3.1. DRAFT MINUTES 09-07-2010MEETING OF THE ELK RIVER CITY COUNCIL
HELDMONDAY, AUGUST 2, 2010 ALL ~ ~~ ~~
Members Present: Mayor Klinzing, Councilmembers Zerwas, Westgaard, Gumphrey, and
Moon
Members Absent: None
Staff Present: City Administrator Lori Johnson, Planning Manager Jeremy Barnhart,
Recreation Manager Steve Benoit, City Attorney Peter Beck, Finance
Director Tim Simon, Human Resources Representative Lauren Wipper,
Building Maintenance Supervisor Gary Lore, IT Manager Bob Pearson, and
City Clerk Tina Allard
Also Present: Planning Commissioner Chad Westberg
1. Call Meeting To Order
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the meeting of the Elk River City Council was called
to order at 6:30 p.m. by Mayor Klinzing.
2. Consider 08/02/2010 Agenda
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER WESTGAARD AND SECONDED BY
COUNCILMEMBER MOTIN TO APPROVE THE AGENDA. MOTION
CARRIED 5-0.
3. Consider Consent Agenda
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER GUMPHREY AND SECONDED BY
COUNCILMEMBER ZERWAS TO APPROVE THE FOLLOWING CONSENT
AGENDA:
3.1. 7/19/10 COUNCIL MINUTES.
3.2. CHECK REGISTER AS OUTLINED IN THE STAFF REPORT.
3.3. SOLICITOR LICENSE TO TOM PEARSON, JOHN PEDERSON
CONSTRUCTION, INC. VALID TO DECEMBER 31, 2010.
3.4. MASSAGE THERAPIST LICENSE TO AMY WHITE MOUNTAIN FOR
SIMONSON'S SALON VALID TO DECEMBER 31, 2010.
3.5. ADOPT ORDINANCE 10-12 OF THE CITY OF ELK RIVER
AMENDING CHAPTER 30 OF THE ELK RIVER, MINNESOTA CITY
CODE TO ADD A NEW INDUSTRIAL ZONING DISTRICT, THE I-3
GENERAL INDUSTRIAL ZONING DISTRICT, AND TO IDENTIFY
THE USES ALLOWED AND ARCHITECTURAL STANDARDS
APPLICABLE IN THE I-3 DISTRICT.
3.6. ADOPT RESOLUTION 10-42 AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF
AGREEMENT OF TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT GRANTS IN REGARDS
TO CRASH AND SAFE AND SOBER CAMPAIGNS.
MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
4. Omen Mike
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Elk River Utilities Commissioner John Dietz discussed a complaint received by
Councilmember Motin regarding utility rates in Elk River. He distributed a letter from
Utility Superintendent Troy Adams to the complainant and noted the letter offered
comparisons of rates between Elk River Utilities and other local utility companies. He noted
Elk River Utilities was in line with surrounding communities.
Commissioner Dietz stated the Elk River Utilities is called upon many times by the
Minnesota Municipal Utility Association to assist other communities.
Commissioner Dietz discussed the quick response time of Elk River Utilities during a recent
storm in Elk River. He noted the utility company who owned the lines couldn't make it to
the site for 6-8 hours but that ERMU was able to respond quickly to restore power.
Andy Fischer, 13231 182°d Lane -Handed out photographs of the prairie grass plantings at
the intersection of Hudson Avenue and Orono Parkway. He expressed visibility concerns
with vehicles that sit lower to the ground being unable to see the intersection clearly.
Paul Sheets, 1766 5~ Street -President of the Lake Orono Improvement Association -
Discussed the dredging study and curly leaf pond weed projects for Lake Orono.
Dredging Study
Mr. Sheets stated the study was to be a cost-share project between the Association, the City,
and the County with a total project estimate of $5,000. He stated the Association is
requesting $2,000 from the city for the study.
He stated the last dredging study was done approximately 11 years. ago and the plan was that
the lake wouldn't need to be dredged again for 20-30 years. He stated the study would help
determine if they can wait for the full 20 year span to dredge again or whether they may
need to do something sooner due to some silting that is occurring on the lake now. He
noted if they need to dredge they would need to find a place to store the silt and costs would
be much higher this time around. He stated they are seeking out options that are less costly
based on early intervention.
There was discussion on which fund the money should be taken from to help pay for the
study.
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER ZERWAS AND SECONDED BY
COUNCILMEMBER WESTGAARD TO AUTHORIZE $2,000 FROM COUNCIL
CONTINGENCY FOR COST SHARE PARTICIPATION IN A LAKE ORONO
DREDGING STUDY. MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
Curly Leaf Pond lY~eed
Mr. Sheets stated the Association would like to draw down the lake in order to kill off some
of this invasive weed. He stated the Association has gotten 75% of the riparian landowner's
signatures on a petition and that a public hearing is required at the city level before the
Department of Natural Resources (DNR) can authorize the draw down.
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Ms. Johnson stated the DNR will verify the signatures. Ms. Johnson discussed the required
process in order to draw down the lake.
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER ZERWAS AND SECONDED BY
COUNCILMEMBER MOTIN TO SET A PUBLIC HEARING DATE OF
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 7, 2010, FOR THE DRAW DOWN OF LAKE ORONO
IN ORDER TO REDUCE THE CURLY LEAF POND WEED. MOTION
CARRIED 5-0.
Councilmember Motin stated he would like more information provided for both these
projects.
5.1. Bailey Point
Ms. Johnson noted this item was requested to be delayed as discussed in her staff report.
5.2. Request by Wapiti Park (Lorraine White) for Interim Use Permit, Case No. CU 10-16 -
Public Hearine
Mr. Barnhart presented the staff report noting staff and the Planning Commission's
recommendation.
Tricia Joy Herom, 510 Canterbury Lane, Moses Lake Washington -Stated she has been
camping at Wapiti for 12 months. She read a letter to the Council stating she felt the city
was trying to force the campground out of business.
Adam Kaatz, 1907 E. Wayzata Blvd. -Representing Wapiti stated he sent an email late
today, which he proceeded to summarize. He noted there have been no adverse comments
against Wapiti.
Mr. Kaatz stated the conditions suggested in the Staff Report are unfair, pre-empted by state
law or take away from Wapiti's right to a legal non-conforming use. He stated only one
condition (that the approval is valid for 10 years) has anything to with the building. He
stated Conditions 2-4 have nothing to do with the building and are governed by statutes and
the MN. Department of Health. He stated having the business close down for two months
takes away from their right as a legal non-conforming use.
Mr. Kaatz stated the condition regarding Wapiti compliance with all nine conditions of their
1984 permit is not legal with respect to issuing a conditional use permit for a legal non-
conforming use. He requested the Council approve the permit for Wapiti subject only to the
conditions that were outlined in the 2000 permit. He also requested the permit be valid for
30 years due to the structure of the building being to specifications of 40-50 years.
Katryna Kish, 518 113 Avenue, Coon Rapids -Stated she is opposed to Condition # 5
regarding the two month closure of Wapiti.
Mark Olson, 18788 Yankton Street -Stated he is opposed to the closure of Wapiti. He
stated some people need to live in trailers because it's all they can afford and the city should
help Wapiti. He stated some parks ask campers to move from one spot to another but are
never asked to shut down.
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Alisha Kish, 518 113~h Avenue, Coon Rapids -Stated she has camped at Wapiti for 12
years. She stated her family camps at Wapiti and her kids now go to the Elk River School
District. She stated she had to live at Wapiti for six months during hard times. She stated
she is opposed to closing Wapiti during the winter months.
Angel Hardy -Stated her driver's license has a Wapiti Park Campground address because
she drives a school bus and delivers pizza's and has to have an address on her license. She
stated she is opposed to closing Wapiti down.
Joe Gordon, 2112 North Lake, Fort Worth, Texas -Stated he stays at Wapiti for 5-6
months at a time. He stated he has Wapiti as his address because the State of Minnesota
requires him to have a license after being in the State for more than 30 days. He stated he is
opposed to closing Wapiti down for any length of time.
Michael Clopping, 18540 Troy Street -Stated he is opposed to closing Wapiti. He stated
concerns with the maintenance of his road if Wapiti is closed down as they are currently
keeping the road maintained.
Kim Satavich 518 113th Avenue, Coon Rapids -Stated she has never had any safety
concerns for her children at Wapiti. She stated she is opposed to shutting down Wapiti.
Chris Kish, 518 113" Avenue, Coon Rapids -Stated he is opposed to closing down Wapiti
during the winter months.
Mayor Klinzing closed the public hearing.
Attorney Beck explained the state law defined terms for recreational camping area and
recreational camping vehicles.
Mr. Barnhart stated it isn't the goal of staff to shut down Wapiti. He indicated that staff, in
working with the applicant, didn't come to an agreement on how to measure that people
staying at Wapiti are only there on a temporary basis. He noted this has been a consistent
issue and stated the two month closure is the easiest option for staff to monitor compliance.
Council agreed they had no issue allowing year-round camping but there has to be other
options for making sure permanent residents are not living at Wapiti because it is a
recreational camping facility. Council agreed that the outstanding violations need to be taken
care of and expressed safety and welfare concerns.
Attorney Beck noted there are many areas in which the city enforces state. regulations. He
stated the city has the authority to regulate a licensed campground in the interest of public
health, safety, and welfare.
Councilmember Gumphrey questioned if there were any structures that needed to be
removed.
Mr. Barnhart stated several structures have exposed plumbing and additions attached to
campers.
Mayor Klinzing stated many of the people speaking tonight are describing their residence
and not a campground. She stated this is an issue because Wapiti is a campground and not a
mobile home park. She noted state law says recreational camping facilities can't be
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permanent residences. She discussed the police report with the 440 calls out to Wapiti and
noted some examples such as a meth lab, numerous assaults, a campfire injury, raw sewage
leaks, exploding camper, and a newborn baby staying with their parent in a tent during the
winter. She expressed safety and welfare concerns due to these police calls. She stated she
would like to see Wapiti come into compliance and the city needs to ensure that there aren't
permanent residents staying at the campground.
Attorney Beck stated there are other options but they may require the city getting involved
more in Wapiti's business than both sides would like. He suggested Wapiti adopt rules
governing length of stay and submit a plan to the city with evidence of compliance on a
periodic basis. He stated Wapiti has a history ofnon-compliance over many years. He stated
Wapiti hasn't complied with the conditions imposed for the last 20 years so another solution
should be worked out. He stated staff is willing to work with the applicant and encourages
Wapiti to come forward with a plan to address the permanent residenry issue.
Councilmember Motion questioned if a condition should be added thatrequires a plan be
submitted to the city demonstrating compliance with non-residenry at a recreational
camping facility.
Attorney Beck stated the best solution would be for Council to review and approve a plan as
he felt acceptance at staff level would be too much delegation. He suggested giving the
applicant an opportunity to bring a plan to Council. He noted this was suggested to the
applicant at staff level. Mr. Beck further noted the city is not trying to put Wapiti out of
business but have been trying to work with the applicant to ensure state law and interim use
permit compliance. He expressed concerns with vehicles not complying with building codes
and noted these codes are designed to protect people from public health, safety, and welfare
issues.
Councilmember Gumphrey suggested adding a condition that a plan must be in place by
January 1, 2011, so that the interim use permit can be approved tonight to accommodate
Wapiti.
Councilmember Moon further suggested a condition stating the permit shall terminate if
there is not an agreeable plan in place that verifies that the property is not able to be used
for year-round residential purposes.
Attorney Beck suggested the Council issue the permit with an expiration date of January 1,
2011. He stated the city would have to begin a revocation process if the permit was
approved for 10 years and an acceptable plan never came forward.
Councilmember Motin suggested the interim use permit be based on a time specific event.
Then if the event didn't occur, the permit would automatically terminate.
There was discussion on the conditions and how they should be organized.
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER MOTIN AND SECONDED BY
COUNCILMEMBER ZERWAS TO APPROVE AN INTERIM USE PERMIT
FOR WAPITI PARK CAMPGROUND, INC., CASE NO. CU 10-16 WITH THE
FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
1. THE APPLICANT SHALL MAINTAIN ALL APPROPRIATE STATE
LICENSES AT ALL TIMES.
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2. THE INTERIM USE PERMIT SHALL BE VALID FOR TEN YEARS OR
UNTIL OWNERSHIP OF THE PROPERTY IS TRANSFERRED,
WHICHEVER COMES FIRST. IN ADDITION THE INTERIM USE
PERMIT SHALL TERMINATE JANUARY 1, 2011, IF THE FOLLOWING
ITEMS HAVE NOT BEEN COMPLETED:
A. A VERIFIABLE PLAN HAS BEEN APPROVED BY THE CITY
COUNCIL THAT WILL ENSURE PERMANENT RESIDENTS WILL
NOT LIVE AT THE RECREATIONAL CAMPING FACILITY.
B. AN INSPECTION HAS VERIFIED THAT THE ONSITE SEPTIC
SYSTEM IS DESIGNED TO BE FUNCTIONAL YEAR ROUND AND
REMAINS FULLY FUNCTIONAL;
C. STAFF HAS APPROVED A MANURE MANAGEMENT PLAN, IN
COMPLIANCE WITH SECTION 10-9 OF CITY CODE;
D. STAFF HAS APPROVED A DEBRIS MANAGEMENT PLAN ;
E. THE APPLICANT HAS PROVIDED EVIDENCE THAT IT IS IN
COMPLIANCE WITH ALL OUTSTANDING VIOLATIONS AS
IDENTIFIED BY THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH INSPECTOR;
F. ALL STRUCTURES AND VEHICLES OTHER THAN RECREATIONAL
CAMPING VEHICLES AS DEFINED BY MINNESOTA STATUTES
SECTION 327.14, SUBDIVISION 7 HAVE BEEN REMOVED; AND
G. THE APPLICANT IS IN FULL COMPLIANCE WITH THE NINE
CONDITIONS OF THE 1984 CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT, AS
FOLLOWS:
1) THAT A PRIVATE ROAD AGREEMENT BE ENTERED INTO
BETWEEN MR. WHITE AND THE CITY OF ELK RIVER FOR
ACCESS FOR THE PROPERTY;
2) THAT THE NUMBER OF CAMPSITES WITHIN THE PROPERTY
BE ESTABLISHED AT 109, WITH 20 TENT SITES AND THAT NO
ADDITIONAL CAMPSITES BE PERMITTED;
3) THAT THE HOURS OF THE CAMPGROUND OPERATION BE
FROM 8 AM TO 11 PM;
4) THAT ONLY MINOR MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR OF
RECREATIONAL VEHICLES WHICH IS RESTRICTED TO
CUSTOMERS OR CAMPERS ON THE SITE BE PERMITTED AT
THE WAPITI FACILITY;
5) THAT THE STORE AND RESTAURANT ON THE EXISTING SITE
BE USED PRIMARILY FOR INDIVIDUALS UTILIZING THE
CAMPGROUND FACILITY AND THAT THE STORE AND
RESTAURANT NOT BE EXPANDED;
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6) THAT THE PERMIT BE REVIEWED EVERY TWO YEARS;
7) THAT THE HORSES HOUSED AT THE SITE BE KEPT IN SUCH
A MANNER THAT THEY DO NOT PROVIDE A NUISANCE TO
ANY NEIGHBORING PROPERTY AS DEFINED IN THE CITY'S
NUISANCE ORDINANCE;
8) THAT THE PROVISIONS OF THE MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT
OF HEALTH RULES AND REGULATIONS PERTAINING TO
RECREATIONAL CAMPING AREAS AND REFERRED TO AS
MDH 187, AND THE PROVISIONS OF MINNESOTA STATUTE
327.10 THROUGH 327.28 PERTAINING TO RECREATIONAL
CAMPING AREAS AND RECREATIONAL CAMPING VEHICLES
SHALL APPLY AND BE CONDITIONS WITHIN THE CITY'S
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT; AND
9) THAT THE WHEELS MUST REMAIN ON VEHICLES PARKED IN
CAMPGROUND AND THAT THERE BE NO PERMANENT UNITS
FOR RENTAL PURPOSES.
MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
A. Consider Liquor Licenses
Ms. Allard presented the staff report and noted the licenses should also be contingent on
Condition #2 of the Wapiti interim use permit discussed above.
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER WESTGAARD AND SECONDED BY
COUNCILMEMBER ZERWAS TO APPROVE 3.2. PERCENT ON SALE AND
3.2. PERCENT OFF SALE LIQUOR LICENSES, AND A CONSUMPTION AND
DISPLAY PERMIT TO WAPITI PARK CAMPGROUND, INC. WITH THE
CONDITION THAT THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS OF INTERIM USE
PERMIT, CASE NO. CU 10-16, MUST BE MET BY JANUARY 1, 2011 OR THE
LIQUOR LICENSES MAY BE REVOKED:
A. A VERIFIABLE PLAN HAS BEEN APPROVED BY CITY COUNCIL THAT
WILL ENSURE PERMANENT RESIDENTS WILL NOT LIVE AT THE
RECREATIONAL CAMPING FACILITY.
B. AN INSPECTION HAS VERIFIED THAT THE ONSITE SEPTIC SYSTEM
IS DESIGNED TO BE FUNCTIONAL YEAR ROUND AND REMAINS
FULLY FUNCTIONAL.
C. STAFF HAS APPROVED A MANURE MANAGEMENT PLAN, IN
COMPLIANCE WITH SECTION 10-9 OF CITY CODE;
D. STAFF HAS APPROVED A DEBRIS MANAGEMENT PLAN ;
E. THE APPLICANT HAS PROVIDED EVIDENCE THAT IT IS IN
COMPLIANCE WITH ALL OUTSTANDING VIOLATIONS AS
IDENTIFIED BY THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH INSPECTOR;
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F. ALL STRUCTURES AND VEHICLES OTHER THAN RECREATIONAL
CAMPING VEHICLES AS DEFINED BY MINNESOTA STATUTES
SECTION 327.14, SUBDIVISION 7 HAVE BEEN REMOVED; AND
G. THE APPLICANT IS IN FULL COMPLIANCE WITH THE NINE
CONDITIONS OF THE 1984 CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT, AS FOLLOWS:
1) THAT A PRIVATE ROAD AGREEMENT BE ENTERED INTO
BETWEEN MR. WHITE AND THE CITY OF ELK RIVER FOR ACCESS
FOR THE PROPERTY;
2) THAT THE NUMBER OF CAMPSITES WITHIN THE PROPERTY BE
ESTABLISHED AT 109, WITH 20 TENT SITES AND THAT NO
ADDITIONAL CAMPSITES BE PERMITTED;
3) THAT THE HOURS OF THE CAMPGROUND OPERATION BE FROM
8 AM TO 11 PM;
4) THAT ONLY MINOR MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR OF
RECREATIONAL VEHICLES WHICH IS RESTRICTED TO
CUSTOMERS OR CAMPERS ON THE SITE BE PERMITTED AT THE
WAPITI FACILITY;
5) THAT THE STORE AND RESTAURANT ON THE EXISTING SITE BE
USED PRIMARILY FOR INDIVIDUALS UTILIZING THE
CAMPGROUND FACILITY AND THAT THE STORE AND
RESTAURANT NOT BE EXPANDED;
6) THAT THE PERMIT BE REVIEWED EVERY TWO YEARS;
7) THAT THE HORSES HOUSED AT THE SITE BE KEPT IN SUCH A
MANNER THAT THEY DO NOT PROVIDE A NUISANCE TO ANY
NEIGHBORING PROPERTY AS DEFINED IN THE CITY'S
NUISANCE ORDINANCE;
8) THAT THE PROVISIONS OF THE MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF
HEALTH RULES AND REGULATIONS PERTAINING TO
RECREATIONAL CAMPING AREAS AND REFERRED TO AS MDH
187, AND THE PROVISIONS OF MINNESOTA STATUTE 327.10
THROUGH 327.28 PERTAINING TO RECREATIONAL CAMPING
AREAS AND RECREATIONAL CAMPING VEHICLES SHALL APPLY
AND BE CONDITIONS WITHIN THE CITY'S CONDITIONAL USE
PERMIT; AND
9) THAT THE WHEELS MUST REMAIN ON VEHICLES PARKED IN
CAMPGROUND AND THAT THERE BE NO PERMANENT UNITS
FOR RENTAL PURPOSES.
MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
5.3. Ordinance Amendment Relating to Hunting and Shooting Near Parks and Trails
Mr. Benoit presented Mr. Leeseberg's staff report.
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MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER GUMPHREY AND SECONDED BY
COUNCILMEMBER ZERWAS TO ADOPT ORDINANCE 10-13 OF THE CITY
OF ELK RIVER AMENDING SECTION 50-117 OF THE CITY CODE OF
ORDINANCES RELATING TO HUNTING AND SHOOTING NEAR PARKS
AND TRAILS.
Councilmember Motin requested the following language change to Section 5 (d):
A request in writing to hunt in these areas may be approved by the Police
Chief or his designee if the person
requesting is either the landowner or has received permission from the
landowner and the hunting can be done in a safe manner. Granted reauests
require that the hunter(s) be issued a special permit which shall be disulaved
at all times while hunting on the permitted property
THE MAKER AND SECONDER OF THE MOTION WERE AMENDABLE TO
THE CHANGE TO THE ORDINANCE.
MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
5.4. Discuss Council Worksession Agendas
Ms. Johnson presented the staff report.
Councilmember Zerwas stated he would prefer to hear the Bailey Point item on the
September 13 agenda.
Ms. Johnson will check with the property owner to see if his schedule would for this date.
Council asked to be notified of the date for this item ahead of time.
6. Other Business
There was no other business.
Council Updates
There were no Council updates.
8. Staff Updates
Ms. Johnson reminded Council of the joint meeting with the Sherburne County Board.
Ms. Johnson provided an update on the Parks and Recreation Director open position.
Mayor Klinzing recessed the meeting at 8:07 p.m. in order for Council to move to the Upper
Town Conference Room for a budget Worksession.
Recess to Budget Worksession
Mayor Klinzing reconvened the meeting at 8:15 p.m.
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Ms. Johnson presented the staff report. The budgets and goals for Administration, Council,
Cable, Human Resources, Information Technology, Finance, Planning Division, and
Building Maintenance were reviewed.
Administration Budget
Council asked to set the Volunteer Dinner budget at $6,000 as aplace-holder at this time in
order to see how it will fit with the full budget figures.
Information Technology
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER ZERWAS AND SECONDED BY
COUNCILMEMBER WESTGAARD TO AUTHORIZE THE PURCHASE FOR A
MICROSOFT SOFTWARE UPDATE IN THE AMOUNT OF $40,000 FROM
THE 2010 BUDGET. MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
Building Maintenance
Mr. Lore stated a grant opportunity recently became available that could decrease the utility
costs for the City Hall building and asked for authorization to proceed with the application
process.
It was Council consensus for staff to apply for the grant.
10. Adjournment
There being no further business, Mayor Klinzing adjourned the meeting of the Elk River
City Council at 9:20 p.m.
Tina Allard, City Clerk
Stephanie Klinzing, Mayor
DRAFT
MEETING OF THE ELK RIVER CITY COUNCIL
HELD AT THE ELK RIVER CITY HALL
MONDAY, AUGUST 9, 2010
Members Present: Mayor Klinzing, Councilmembers Westgaard, Gumphrey, and
Motin
Members Absent: Councilmember Zerwas
Staff Present: City Administrator Lori Johnson, Finance Director Tim Simon, Assistant
Street Superintendent/Fleet Committee Chair Mark Thompson,
Accountant Lori Stich, Chief of Police Jeff Beahen, Fire Chief John
Cunningham, Street Superintendent Phil Hals, Parks Supervisor Rodney
Schriefels, City Engineer Justin Femrite, Police Captain Brad Rolfe, Police
Captain Bob Kluntz
Also Present: Elk River Fire Relief President Scott Schmitt and Elk River Fire
Relief Secretary Bob Pearson
1. Call Meeting To Order
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the meeting of the Elk River City Council was called
to order at 6:30 p.m. by Mayor Klinzing.
2. Consider 08/09/2010 Agenda
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER WESTGAARD AND SECONDED BY
COUNCILMEMBER MOTIN TO APPROVE THE AGENDA. MOTION
CARRIED 4-0.
3. Otien Mike
No one was present for open mike.
4. Worksession
4.1. 2011 Budget
Ms. Johnson presented the staff report.
The 2011 Fleet Committee purchases were reviewed by Fleet Committee Chair Mark
Thompson. Mr. Simon reviewed the financing of equipment. The Council agreed with the
purchases as proposed.
The budgets and goals for streets, snow removal, equipment services, police, fire, and
emergency management were reviewed.
Streets Budget
Staff discussed the current MSA allocation for street maintenance stating it is currently at
five percent but could increase to 25 percent. Mr. Femrite stated he has been in contact with
MnDOT regarding changing the allocation. The City has until December to make the
change. Ms. Johnson stressed the importance of maintaining the City's existing
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infrastructure and recommended that the allocation be increased for the next few years since
there are no pending street projects. The Council agreed and requested staff bring this back
for final consideration at a future meeting.
Srroav Kemoval
The plow was removed from the budget and transferred to the Equipment Replacement
Fund. The Council agreed to add $15,000 in overtime plus benefits to be used only for
snow removal.
Equi~iment Services
Staff reviewed the budget.
Engineering
Staff reviewed the engineering tech position and discussed the need to update and improve
the GIS and pavement management systems.
Police
The Kronos software purchase was discussed. The Council agreed to keep the request in
the budget for now, but to transfer it to the Human Resource budget. Chief Beahen stated
that a change to ProPhoenix software as requested by the County would save $20,000 per
year.
Fire
Staff explained the proposed change in the formula used to charge Otsego for fire service.
The Council agreed to change the formula as requested by staff.
Scott Schmitt and Bob Pearson, representing the Elk River Fire Relief Association, reviewed
a change in the Relief pension data that caused an increase in the minimum City
contribution for 2011. The Council agreed to add $8,500 to the budget to cover the required
contribution. Councilmember Gumphrey questioned Mr. Schmitt and Mr. Pearson about
the pension policies and investments.
Chief Cunningham reviewed his staff report on expanding the duty officer program. The
Council agreed to consider the program and saw the benefits of the program.
Emergency Management
Chief Cunningham indicated that one siren will be replaced in 2011.
4.2. Council Open Forum
There were no items for discussion under Council open forum.
5. Other Business
There was no other business.
6. Council Updates
Councilmember Gumphrey requested that the Fire Relief Association review other forms of
pension plans and present a report back to the Council.
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August 9, 2010
Staff Ugdates
There were no staff updates.
Adjournment
There being no further business, Mayor Klinzing adjourned the meeting of the Elk River
City Council at 9:50 p.m.
Tina Allard, City Clerk
Stephanie Klinzing, Mayor
DRAFT
SPECIAL JOINT MEETING OF THE ELK RIVER CITY COUNCIUCOUNTY
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
HELD AT THE SHERBURNE COUNTY GOVERNMENT CENTER
TUESDAY, AUGUST 10, 2010
City Council Present: Mayor Klinzing, Councilmembers Motin and Westgaard
City Council Absent: Councilmembers Zerwas and Gumphrey
City Staff Present: City Administrator Lori Johnson, Environmental Administrator Rebecca
Haug, City Engineer Justin Femrite,
County Board Present: Commissioners Farber, Leonard, Schmiesing, Petersen, and Riebel
County Staff Present: County Administrator Brian Bensen, Deputy County Attorney Therese
Galatowitsch, Public Works Director John Menter, Deputy County
Administrator Luci Botzek, County Administrator Staff Member Donna
Primus, Accredited Assessor Greg Olson, Certified Assessor Specialist
Theresa Quinn, County Assessor Gerald Kritzeck
1. Call Meeting To Order
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the meeting of the Elk River City Council was called
to order at 9:00 a.m. by Mayor Klinzing. This was followed by a moment of silence and the
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
2. Toint Meeting
Ms. Johnson opened by thanking the Sherburne County Board and staff for hosting the
joint meeting. She then went over the items the City Council wished to discuss and asked if
there were other items to be added to the agenda. The County Board did not have
additional items.
A joint meeting between the County Board and City of Elk River was held with the
following agenda:
^ Update on County Transportation Plan
^ Board of Equalization Assessor Update
^ Pedestrian Trail Funding for Trails Along County Roads
^ Household Hazardous Waste Facility
^ Park Funding
^ Transportation from the Northstar Station to Locations within the City
Mr. Menter was present to discuss the County Transportation Plan that was adopted three
years ago. The following issues were discussed:
^ County Roads within the city limits, possible turn-backs and pedestrian trails.
^ Intersection of Line Avenue and County Road 12 for pedestrian approach
issues.
^ County Road 33 extension to Anoka County.
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Overlay on CR77 (Proctor) and the intersection with Highway 10. Mn/DOT
will be included in this project.
CR 12 issues; a soils investigation is planned for this area.
Mr. Kritzeck was present to answer any questions concerning Board of Equalization follow-
up. The City Council requested that a meeting be scheduled a week or two in advance of
this meeting to discuss legislative information so the Council is informed of issues that may
be of concern to residents. The County and City discussed future efforts regarding
legislative issues they can work together on.
Ms. Johnson indicated that she attended a MnDot Mississippi River Bike Trail meeting.
Currently the trail is not on this side of the Mississippi and at the meeting she requested they"''
add the section from the river bridge in Monticello on to the County Roads connecting to
downtown Elk River. Mr. Femrite will continue working with MnDot on this issue. Ms.
Johnson stated securing linking trails through the City and County is an important goal as it
furthers economic development and becomes a destination for tourists. The City's trail
project along County Road 13 was discussed including a request for Countyparticipation.
It was indicated that trails were requested by residents along CR 32 and CR 44. The County
stated it does not fund trails, but will stripe wider shoulders. Mayor Klinzing discussed the
City's plans fox a trail from downtown Elk River to Babcock park continuing on to the
NorthStar depot. Mr. Bensen gave an update on the County's efforts to complete
acquisition of parcels to complete the Great Northern Trail from the Elk River City limit to
the County line in Princeton.
The City stated its interest in having a household hazardous waste facility located nearby to
provide more convenient service to residents. Ms. Haug stated she receives many calls
requesting a HHW facility be located closer to Elk River. Currently, the County facility is in
St. Cloud and it is not convenient for most residents. The County Board questioned if more
frequent clean-up days for HHW would be helpful. All agreed they would, but that a
permanent facility would be the best. The County and City agreed to work together to
provide better service and site a facility in the east side of the County.
Ms. Johnson stated that the City and County have been working together to market the
NorthStar commuter rail. One of the issues that often comes up is transportation from the
depot and whether RiverRider is available to provide services in both Big Lake and Elk
River for commuters. Commissioners Farber and Leonard are on the RiverR.ider board and
will bring this up at the August 17 meeting.
Discussion was held regarding juvenile crime issues in the city. Ms. Galatowitsch provided
an update on initiatives in the County Attorney's Office.
Mr. Bensen provided an update on the merger of the public health and social service
departments.
3. Adjournment
There being no further business, Mayor Klinzing adjourned the meeting of the Elk River
City Council at 10:03 a.m.
Tina Allard, City Clerk
Stephanie Klinzing, Mayor
DRAFT
SPECIAL MEETING OF THE ELK RIVER CANVASSING BOARD
HELD AT THE ELK RIVER CITY HALL
FRIDAY, AUGUST 13, 2010
Members Present: Mayor Klinzing, Councilmembers Moon and Westgaard
Members Absent: Councilmembers Gumphrey and Zerwas
Staff Present: City Clerk Tina Allard
Call Meeting To Order
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the meeting of the Elk River City Council acting as
the Canvassing Board was called to order at 8:00 a.m. by Mayor Klinzing.
2. Canvass Results of General Election
The August 13, 2010 primary election results fox the Mayoral race were reviewed.
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER MOTIN AND SECONDED BY
COUNCILMEMBER WESTGAARD TO ADOPT RESOLUTION 10-43
APPROVING THE ABSTRACT OF VOTES CAST IN THE PRECINCTS IN
THE CITY OF ELK RIVER, STATE OF MINNESOTA AT THE PRIMARY
ELECTION HELD TUESDAY, AUGUST 10, 2010. MOTION CARRIED 3-0.
3. Adjournment
There being no further business, Mayor Klinzing adjourned the meeting of the Elk River
City Council at 8:10 a.m.
Tina Allard
City Clerk
Stephanie Klinzing
Mayor
MEETING OF THE ELK RIVER CITY COUNCIL
HELD AT THE ELK RIVER CITY HALL
MONDAY, AUGUST 16, 2010
Members Present: Mayor Klinzing, Councilmembers Zerwas, Motin, and Gumphrey
Members Absent: Councilxnember Westgaard
Staff Present: City Administrator Lori Johnson, Planning Manager Jeremy Barnhart, Park
Planner Chris Leeseberg, City Engineer Justin Femrite, Human Resources
Representative Lauren Wipper, City Attorney Peter Beck, and City Clerk
Tina Allard
Also Present: Planning Commissioner Chad Westberg
1. Call Meeting To Order
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the meeting of the Elk River City Council was called
to order at 6:30 p.m. by Mayor Klinzing.
2. Consider 8/16/2010 Agenda
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER MOTIN AND SECONDED BY
COUNCILMEMBER GUMPHREY TO APPROVE THE AGENDA. MOTION
CARRIED 4-0.
3. Consider Consent Agenda
Mayor Klinzing questioned check number 81610 titled overpayment of gravel tax.
Mr. Simon stated the county made a calculation error and over paid the city for the gravel
tax and requested a refund of the overpayment amount.
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER ZERWAS AND SECONDED BY
COUNCILMEMBER MOTIN TO APPROVE THE FOLLOWING CONSENT
AGENDA:
3.1 CHECK REGISTER AS OUTLINED IN THE STAFF REPORT.
3.2. PAY ESTIMATES AS OUTLINED IN THE STAFF REPORT.
3.3. PYROTECNIC DISPLAY LICENSE TO RES SPECIALTY
PYROTECHNICS, INC. VALID SEPTEMBER 2 AND 17 AND
OCTOBER 1 AND 15.
3.4. RESOLUTION 10-44 AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE, SALE, AND
DELIVERY OF MULTIFAMILY HOUSING REVENUE BONDS (DOVE
TREE APARTMENTS PROJECT), SERIES 2010, IN THE ORIGINAL
AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF UP TO $4,000,000, AS WELL
AS THE SUBORDINATE MULTIFAMILY HOUSING REVENUE
NOTE (DOVE TREE APARTMENT PROJECT) SERIES 2010, IN THE
ORIGINAL AMOUNT OF UP TO $3,000,000; AND APPROVING THE
FORM OF AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION AND DELIVERY
OF DOCUMENTS RELATING TO THE BONDS AND NOTE
3.5. SOLICITOR LICENSE TO PAUL KEARNEY, ELK RIVER
EXTERIORS VALID THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2010.
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3.6. RESOLUTION 10-45 REMOVING PARCEL 75-409-0740 FROM THE
SPECIAL ASSESSMENT ROLL FOR THE 2010 MAIN STREET
REHABILITATION PROJECT.
MOTION CARRIED 4-0.
4. Open Mike
Russell Kostreba (and Ryan), 15930 Jarvis Street -Stated he would like to resolve
landscaping and erosion control plan issues from their conditional use permit for mini
storage. He reviewed the Council minutes and conditions from his permit approval. He
stated it is cost prohibitive to plant large diameter trees. He also stated they would like to
come to an agreement on an erosion control plan that isn't costly. He stated he would prefer
to do the original erosion control plan he completed incorrectly in the past.
Ms. Johnson stated staff is trying to work with the applicant but that staff can't change the
ordinances or conditions approved by Council. She suggested meeting in worksession to
work out the issues.
It was consensus to schedule this item for the October worksession meeting.
5.1. Art Bench for Downtown Chris Wilsonl
Ms. Wilson requested to place two large boulders in the downtown area for an art bench.
She stated she received a grant for part of the project and is applying for another one to
complete the seating portion of the bench with fabricated metal. She stated the city could
use the boulders for another project if the second grant isn't received. She requested the city
remove a bush and install mulch in the area where the bench would be placed.
Mayor Klinzing suggested some other greenery be placed near the bench to soften the area.
She questioned if limestone, similar to the rock on the Babcock Trail, could be used instead
of the boulders.
Councilmember Zerwas concurred regarding the greenery.
Ms. Wilson stated she checked on the pricing of the limestone and it cost about $2,000.
whereas she was able to get the boulders for $200.
Councilmember Motin felt the project would be more art than functional seating. He
questioned what the completed bench would look like and whether it could be put in
another location. He noted the Arts Alliance may not remain in the adjacent building.
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER GUMPHREY AND SECONDED BY
COUNCILMEMBER ZERWAS TO DIRECT STAFF TO REMOVE THE BUSH
AND INSTALL MULCH ON THE SITE IN ORDER TO MOVE FORWARD
WITH THE ART SCULPTURE BENCH. MOTION CARRIED 4-0.
6.1. Ordinance Amendment by GRE to Rezone Pro~ert~from R3 ('T'ownhouse/Multiple Family
Residential) to I-1 Light Industrial) Case No. ZC 10-08 -Public Heating
Mr. Barnhart presented the staff report.
Mayor Klinzing opened the public hearing.
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James Macheledt, 205 15Y Street -Expressed concerns with property values. He expressed
concerns with the permitted uses that would be allowed on the property and requested
language in the ordinance requiring a buffer between the GRE parcel and adjacent
residences.
Mr. Barnhart stated the permitted uses would be reviewed at staff level during the site plan
review process.
Mayor Klinzing closed the public hearing.
Mayor Klinzing stated the current zoning of high density residential would create higher
traffic counts on Carson Street so it would make sense to rezone the property for GRE's
use. She also stated some type of buffer should be included.
Councilmember Motin referred to the TH 169 Geometric Plan and stated Carson Street
would most likely be closed and traffic directed to Evans Avenue down to 2nd Street if an
overpass is built. He stated he didn't believe an I-1 zone district between residential and
commercial districts is a good move. He stated the city should consider the future
development of the area.
It was noted GRE has indicated they plan to use the land for storage but they aren't bound
by that and may consider other permitted uses without needing city approval.
Counciltnembers Gumphrey and Zerwas concurred regarding the buffer as some of the
permitted uses would have an impact on the existing residential neighborhood.
Attorney Beck stated it would be considered conditional zoning to require buffering when it
hasn't been agreed to by the applicant which could be problematic.
Rick Heurig, 12300 Elk Creek Circle, Maple Grove -Stated GRE is seeking the rezoning
and nothing additional at this time. He stated GRE's focus for the property may be to the
south due to the narrowness of the lot. He stated GRE will do what's necessary in order to
be a good neighbor.
Counciltnember Motin stated he wouldn't be in favor of allowing access onto Carson Street
and would prefer G]tE use the access on their existing property.
Mayor Klinzing suggested waiting on the rezoning until GRE came back with a proposed
plan for the property.
Attorney Beck suggested Council continue this item if they wish to deny it in order for staff
to prepare a resolution with findings. He noted staff would need direction on the findings
for denial.
Councilmember Zerwas suggested continuing this item in order to give GRE time to
consider application for a conditional use permit.
Attorney Beck stated there may be other options to consider such as a Planned Unit
Development (PUD) but it would raise issues on whether the PUD should apply to the
entire GRE campus.
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Mr. Heurig was agreeable to a continuance in order to look at alternative solutions but stated
GRE was not prepared to move forward with the conditional use permit as they don't know
when they will need to use the parcel for storage purposes and had concerns about
conditional use permit expirations.
Attorney Beck stated the conditional use permit expiration could be addressed with a
condition recognizing that this project is different.
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER ZERWAS AND SECONDED BY
COUNCILMEMBER GUMPHREY TO CONTINUE THIS ITEM TO
SEPTEMBER 20, 2010. MOTION CARRIED 4-0.
Councilmember Motin stated he would like portions of the TH 169 Geometric Pan as it
relates to this item to be part of the staff report.
6.2. Ordinance Amendment b~Ciry of Elk River to Rezone Property from I-1 (Light Industrial)
and I-2 (Medium Industrial) to I-3~General Industrial), Case No. ZC 10-07 -Public
Hearrn~
Mr. Barnhart presented the staff report.
Mayor Klinzing opened the public hearing.
Cullen McClowan, 16038 Jarvis Street -Stated he would like to see some uses allowed that
aren't in the proposed zoning district. He questioned why signage would not be allowed for
retail uses. He stated his property currently wouldn't meet the 10,000 sq. ft. requirement. He
questioned if the ordinance is legal where it states a conditional use permit will expire upon
this zone change or when property ownership changes and referred to MN Statute 46.357
which discusses non-conforming protections. He stated Item #17 (referring to an earlier
mailing he received about creating the I-3 District) allows for temporary structures in I-2 but
questioned if it is allowed in the I-3 district. He expressed concern with government
regulation going from 16 permitted uses to 27 conditional uses and he would like to see
more permitted uses. He further expressed concerns with city fees and made comparisons to
the City of Ramsey.
Mayor Klinzing closed the public hearing.
Mayor Klinzing stated there wasn't a reduction in the number of permitted uses allowed but
that they were transferred from two zone districts to the new zoning district.
Mr. Barnhart stated accessory retail sales (as a part of some uses) may be appropriate and
that signage restrictions are intended to make sure the accessory retail use will not become a
retail center. He stated there is a provision in the I-1 district that certain uses need a
caretaker's residence so there is a square footage size requirement. He noted there are some
non-conforming properties in the zoning district that are allowed to remain forever unless
there is something that triggers a change. Mr. Barnhart stated temporary structures are
allowed in the new I-3 district.
Councilxnember Motin questioned the statute regarding conditional use permits expiring
when the property is abandoned or sold versus the city's six month lapse in using the
permit. He questioned if it is in city ordinance that when property ownership is transferred
the conditional use permit becomes invalid.
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Attorney Beck stated city ordinance is specific to the caretaker's residence and means a
conditional use permit to allow a dwelling for a particular business that needs a caretaker is
unique to that business and doesn't establish a right to a residence if the business type
changed. He noted state law would pre-empt city ordinance if they are inconsistent.
Mayor Klinzing suggested Mr. McClowan discuss with staff his issue regarding residency.
Attorney Beck stated rezoning to I-3 tonight would not change Mr. McClowan's issue.
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER MOTIN AND SECONDED BY
COUNCILMEMBER ZERWAS TO ADOPT ORDINANCE 10-14 AMENDING
THE CITY OF ELK RIVER ZONING MAP TO REZONE CERTAIN
PROPERTIES FROM I-1 (LIGHT INDUSTRIAL) AND I-2 (MEDIUM
INDUSTRIAL) TO I-3 (GENERAL INDUSTRIAL), CASE NO. ZC 10-07.
MOTION CARRIED 4-0.
6.3. Ordinance Amendment by City of Elk River Relating to Definitions for Signs. Case No. OA
10-08. Public Hearing
Mr. Leeseberg presented the staff report.
Mayor Klinzing opened the public hearing. There being no one to speak to this issue, Mayor
Klinzing closed the public hearing.
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER ZERWAS AND SECONDED BY
COUNCILMEMBER GUMPHREY TO ADOPT ORDINANCE 10-15
AMENDING SECTION 30-1 OF THE CITY CODE OF ORDINANCES
RELATING TO SIGNAGE DEFINITIONS. MOTION CARRIED 4-0.
6.4. Update on State Supreme Court Decision Regarding Variance Interpretations
Attorney Beck provided an update of a recent Supreme Court decision regarding variances.
He stated there is a strict test for the reasonable use factor that limits variance opportunities.
He noted there are two different standards in state law for cities and counties and that the
League of Minnesota Cities is working with realtors and developers to propose the county
standard be adopted by the legislature because it is not as restrictive.
7.1. Modification to Main Street an Old Northbound Liquor Store Site
Mr. Femrite presented the staff report.
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER MOTIN AND SECONDED BY
COUNCILMEMBER ZERWAS TO AUTHORIZE CLOSURE OF THE ACCESS
AT 50 MAIN STREET AND FOR STAFF TO OBTAIN QUOTES FOR
EXTENDING THE RIGHT HAND TURN LANE AT THE NORTHEAST
CORNER OF MAIN STREET AND HIGHWAY 169. MOTION CARRIED 4-0.
8.1. Street and Eq_uinment Services Divisions Compensatory Time Payout Date Change
Ms. Wipper presented her staff report.
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER ZERWAS AND SECONDED BY
COUNCILMEMBER MOTIN TO CHANGE THE DATE FOR THE
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CARRYOVER OF COMPENSATORY TIME FOR STREET AND EQUIPMENT
SERVICES DIVISION EMPLOYEES TO OCTOBER 31 EACH YEAR. MOTION
CARRIED 4-0.
Mayor Klinzing recessed the meeting at 8:10 p.m.
9. 2011_ Bude~et
Mayor Klinzing reconvened the meeting at 8:15 p.m.
Ms. Johnson presented the staff report. The budgets and goals for the Parks and Recreation
Department were reviewed.
Activity Center
Councilmember Motin noted it may be unlikely that the carpet can be replaced from the
2011 budget.
Park r Maintenance Budget
Councilmember Motin questioned if staff keeps a list of contractors that have performed
poor work for the city such as on the trail paving projects.
Ms. Johnson stated the trail problems tend to be more of a design issue rather. than a
construction issue.
Kecreation
It was noted staff would do more marketing of the YMCA free passes for residents.
Discussion was held on marketing and how the city could get information to school children
for programming.
Ice Arena
There was discussion on the vessel replacement goal for the arena. Staff is to review this
item further and come back to Council with recommendations. Mayor Klinzing suggested
borrowing money from the fund balance.
Pinewood
There was discussion on increasing program participation.
10. Other Business
Independence Day Event
Mr. Simon reviewed the invoices submitted by the American Legion on behalf of the
Independence Day Committee for their July 4 fireworks event.
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER GUMPHREY AND SECONDED BY
COUNCILMEMBER ZERWAS TO PAY $1,963.36 TO THE AMERICAN
LEGION. MOTION CARRIED 4-0.
11. Council Updates
There were no Council Updates.
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12. Staff Updates
Page 7
Parks and Kecreation Director Position
Ms. Johnson provided an update on the Parks and Recreation Director applications and
interview process.
It was Council consensus that staff bring back not less than two candidates for Council
consideration.
Mayor Klinzing recessed the meeting at 9:35 p.m. in order for Council to go into closed
session.
13. Closed Meeting-Purchase of Property
Members Present: Mayor Klinzing, Councilmembers Zerwas, Gumphrey, and Motin
Members Absent: Councilmember Westgaard
Staff Present: City Administrator Lori Johnson, Finance Director Tim Simon,
and City Clerk Tina Allard
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the closed meeting of the Elk River City Council
was called to order at 9:40 p.m. by Mayor Klinzing.
The purpose of the closed session was to discuss the purchase of the following parcels
pursuant to MN Statute 13D.05, Subd. 3 (c):
^ 75-404-0160
^ 75-405-0540
^ 75-405-0545
^ 75-405-0550
14. Adjournment
There being no further business, Mayor Klinzing adjourned the meeting of the Elk River
City Council at 10:00 p.m.
Tina Allard, City Clerk
Stephanie Klinzing, Mayor