06-15-1998 CC MINMEETING OF THE ELK RIVER CITY COUNCIL
HELD AT THE ELK RIVER CITY HALL
MONDAY, JUNE 15, 1998
Members Present:
Members Absent:
Staff Present:
Aisc Present:
Mayor Duitsman, Councilmembers Dietz, Holmgren
and Thompson
Councilmember Forber
Pat Klaers, City Administrator; Terry Maurer, City Engineer;
Scott Harlicker, Planning Assistant; Cliff Skogstad, Building
Official; Steve Wensman, Planner; Debbie Huebner,
Recording Secretary; Rich Czech, Ice Arena Manager;
Jeff Asfahl, Community Recreation Director; Tom Mesich,
Planning Commission Chair
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Call Meetin.q To Order
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the meeting of the Elk River was called
to order at 6:00 p.m. by Mayor Duitsman.
Consider 6/15/98 A.qenda
The following item was added to the Council agenda:
ITEM 6.10. - LETTER FROM SCOTT BREUER HOMES REGARDING CLUSTER SUBDIVISION
ITEM 6.11. - CONSIDER RESOLUTIONS FOR (MN STATUTES 429) STREET IMPROVEMENT
PROJECTS
COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN MOVED TO APPROVE THE AGENDA AS A/VtENDED.
COUNCILMEMBER THOMPSON SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 4-0.
Consider Consent A.qenda
COUNCILMEMBER THOMPSON MOVED TO APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA AS
FOLLOWS:
3,2.
3.3.
3.4.
3.5.
3.6.a.
3.6.b.
3.7.
3.8.
REQUEST BY CPDC FOR ZONE CHANGE, CASE NO. ZC 97-1 - POSTPONED TO
8/3/98
REQUEST BY CPDC FOR CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT, CASE NO. CU 97-11 -
POSTPONED TO 8/3/98
REQUEST BY CPDC FOR PRELIMINARY PLAT APPROVAL, CASE NO. 97-8 -
POSTPONED TO 8/3/98
SPECIAL ASSESSMENT REAPPORTIONMENT FOR HILLSIDE CROSSING 2 -
APPROVED
PAY ESTIMATE #1 - BUSINESS CENTER DRIVE IMPROVEMENTS - APPROVED
FINAL PAY ESTIMATE - HIGHWAY 169/197TM SIGNAL - APPROVED
PERSONNEL COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION ON PLANNER POSITION
- APPROVED
CERTIFICATION OF LOCAL PERFORMANCE MEASURES FOR LPA PAYABLE IN
1999 - APPROVED
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3.9,
CALL SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING FOR JULY 13, 1998, FOLLOWING THE
6 P.M. EDA MEETING TO CONSIDER TIIF 19 AND OTHER CITY BUSINESS -
APPROVED
COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 4-0.
COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN MOVED TO APPROVE ITEM 3.1., CHECK REGISTER,
WITH THE ADDITION OF $250 FOR BRAD BELAIR. COUNCILMEMBER THOMPSON
SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 4-0.
4.1. Consider Bids for Ice Arena Dehumidifier Project
Ice Arena Manager Rich Czech explained the bid alternate included in the
project to reduce the operating expenses for dehumidification of the ice arena.
Rich reviewed the letter from Nelson-Rudie & Associates, Inc. regarding cost
savings with the energy recovery alternate. The estimated project rebate of
$22,000 and the Nelson-Rudie fees were discussed by the Council.
COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN MOVED TO ACCEPT THE BID SUBMITTED BY ALBERT
MECHANICAL, INCLUDING THE ALTERNATE, AT A COST OF $116,700.
COUNCILMEMBER THOMPSON SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 4-0.
4.2. Utilities Commission Update
Councilmember Dietz, Utilities Commission representative, reported that the
Utilities Commission approved a 3.21% increase for the linemen, as well as the
office staff. Two of the supervisors opted to take only a 1.7% increase and the
third supervisory position was given a 3.21% increase in order to conform to
comparable worth guidelines.
4.3. Boys and Girls Club Update
Councilmember Thompson reported that fundraising efforts are moving forward
and that the "Buy a Brick" campaign is gaining suppod. Soil testing indicates the
proposed building and parking lot must be moved slightly to the west. A lease
document will be prepared by the city attorney when information is received
from the Boys & Girls Club and the local financial institutions.
4.4. Youthbound Buildin,q Improvement Update
Jeff Asfahl, Community Recreation Director, indicated that the Youthbound
recreational facility is scheduled to open June 26th. They are presently recruiting
and selecting staff. Signage will be temporarily leased from St. Cloud Marketing
at a cost of $150 per month. Jeff indicated he is anticipating a story in next
week's Star News regarding the opening. A communication and support plan is
being worked out with the police department.
Cliff Skogstad, Building Official, indicated that sheet rocking, taping and
installation of a suspended ceiling is currently being done. A dance floor area will
be painted and a 42" high partial wall will be constructed to separate the dance
floor from the game room. Cliff indicated he recommends the purchase of
carpeting from Riverside at a cost of $5,360. This price includes 360 square yards
of 20 oz. commercial grade carpeting, $12 per yard for installation and $2,800 for
the removal of the old carpeting.
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4.5.
4.6.
4.7.
4.8.
City Administrator Pat Klaers indicated the improvements are estimated at $37,000
and will be taken out of the liquor store fund. Pat noted approximately $4,400
was received for sale of the shelving and coolers.
COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN MOVED APPROVAL OF THE SALE OF THE FORMER
LIQUOR STORE CANOPY TO JR SALOON FOR $1,000. COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ
SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 4-0.
COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN MOVED TO ACCEPT THE BID BY RIVERSIDE FOR
CARPETING OF THE FORMER LIQUOR STORE. COUNCILMEMBER THOMPSON
SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 4-0.
Community Recreation Update
Jeff Asfahl, Community Recreation Director, indicated they are anticipating
opening the skatepark in June or early July.
Park of the Month Update
Steve Wensman, Planner, reviewed the Park of the Month Progress Chart
attached to his staff report dated June 15, 1998. Steve noted 11 concept plans
for parks which have been endorsed by the Park and Rec Commission, and 3
were presented to the public with favorable results. He is currently working on
costs estimates for the endorsed concept plans.
Northstar Corridor Proiect Update
Scott Harlicker, Planning Assistant, indicated that a planning forum has been
scheduled for June 26, 1998, from 8:00 to 11:30 a.m. Scott stated he anticipates
station locations will be discussed and stressed the importance of having
representation at this meeting to promote Elk River. He explained that federal
legislation has been approved for funding and the North Star Corridor will be
competing with 170 other projects for Federal Transit Authority funding. BRW is
working with Burlington Northern on a dual use feasibility study. Scott noted that
the City of Rice has been accepted as a member on the Nodhstar Corridor
Development Authority. The Council discussed the need for the city to begin the
process to identify a station location in Elk River.
Conditional Use Permit Inspection Update
Steve Wensman, Planner, reviewed progress on conditional use permit inspections
as outlined in his report dated June 15, 1998. The Council expressed their support
for the inspection program.
Open Mike
No one appeared for Open Mike.
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6.1.a. LuAnne Moe Request for Conditional Use Permit for Therapeutic Massaqe, Public
6.1 .b.
6.2.
Hearinq Case No. CU 98-15
Staff report by Scot~' Harlicker, Planning Assistant. LuAnne Mae has requested a
conditional use permit to operate a therapeutic massage business in Martin Plaza,
located at the in'rersection of Highway 10 and Morton. Scott indicated there will
be a limited amount of retail sales.
Mayor Duitsman opened the public hearing. There being no comments from the
public, Mayor Duitsman closed the public hearing.
COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ MOVED APPROVAL OF THE CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR
LUANNE MOE, PUBLIC HEARING CASE NO. CU 98-15, WITH THE FOLLOWING
CONDITIONS:
1. THE APPLICANT RECEIVED APPROVAL FROM THE CITY COUNCIL FOR A
LICENSE TO OPERATE A THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE BUSINESS.
2. SIGNAGE SHALL COMPLY WITH THE SIGN CODE.
COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 4-0.
Consider Therapeutic Massa.qe License for LuAnne Moe
COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ MOVED APPROVAL OF THE THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE
ESTABLISHMENT LICENSE REQUESTED BY LUANNE MOE.FOR 934 HIGHWAY 10.
COUNCILMEMBER THOMPSON SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 4-0.
COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN MOVED APPROVAL OF THE THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE
LICENSE FOR LUANNE MOE. COUNCILMEMBER THOMPSON SECONDED THE MOTION.
THE MOTION CARRIED 4-0.
Chambers Investment/Elk River Brick and Stone Request for Conditional Use
Permit, Public Hearin.q Case No. CU 98-12
Staff report by Scott Harlicker. Chambers Investment/Elk River Brick and Stone has
requested a conditional use permit to construct an addition to their warehouse
and an addition to a storage building. Scott reviewed the proposed project as
outlined in the staff report dated June 15, 1998. He noted that the exteriors of the
proposed additions will match the existing structures. Scott explained that the
easement shown on the survey was never recorded and a revised easement will
be recorded with the county. Scott noted the applicant feels that the required
curb and gutter would hinder snow removal and also would require regrading of
the parking lot.
Mayor Duitsman opened the public hearing. There being no comments from the
public, Mayor Duitsman closed the public hearing.
COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN MOVED APPROVAL OF THE CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
REQUESTED BY CHAMBERS INVESTMENT/ELK RIVER BRICK AND STONE, PUBLIC
HEARING CASE NO. CU 98-12, WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
1. THE PARKING AREA BE PAVED AND BOUNDED BY CURB AND GUTTER.
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6.3.
THE CITY BE PROVIDED WITH A REVISED DESCRIPTION FOR THE DRAINAGE
EASEMENT THAT DOES NOT INCLUDE THE DEVELOPED PORTION OF THE SITE
AND THE DRAINAGE EASEMENT BE RECORDED WITH SHERBURNE COUNTY.
THE APPLICANT BE ALLOWED TO PHASE THE INSTALLATION OF PAVING AND
CURB AND GUTTER IMPROVEMENTS WITH A COMPLETION DATE OF JUNE 1,
2000.
COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 4-0.
Request by Dynamics Desiqn & Land Company for Preliminary Plat Approval
IBarsody Hills), Public Hearing Case No. P 98-2
Staff report by Scott Harlicker. Dynamics Design & Land Company has requested
preliminary plat approval to subdivide 92 acres located on the north side of
County Road 12 and 217th Avenue alignment into 8 single family lots. An existing
farm will be made part of a 30 acre lot and an existing single family home will be
made pad of a 12 acre lot. Mining on the majority of the property is finished,
however, some small scale gravel mining will continue in the southwest corner of
the 30 acre parcel. Scott reviewed issued associated with the plat as outlined in
the staff report, including lot size averaging in the 10 acre zone and extension of
the roadway and septic systems.
Mayor Duitsman opened the public hearing.
Marion Glines, applicant, expressed his objection to. the requirement to provide
payment for Class V and bituminous for extension of the roadway to the property
line. Mr. Glines indicated it was his understanding that when the Planning
Commission recommended this condition, they only recommended grading and
seeding and did not recommend payment for Class V and bituminous. Mr. Glines
stated that future development of the property will be affected by mining on the
adjacent Shiely property.
Scott Harlicker explained that staff had verified this condition with Commissioner
Thompson, maker of the motion for recommendation to approve the plat.
Discussion followed regarding the requirement for a developer to bear the cost of
road improvements to the property line of plats.
Planning Commission Chair Tom Mesich indicated he would prefer that a land
trust be established for the 30 acre parcel to prevent any future subdivision of the
lot.
Councilmember Dietz asked if a letter of credit or some other means could be
used for extending the roadway, other than requiring the developer to pay cash.
City Engineer Terry Maurer explained that typically road construction to the end
of the plat is required and that, in lieu of this requirement, this payment option
should be considered part of the cost for developing the project. He stated that
the policy was implemented so that road improvement costs are covered by
developers and not the city regardless of whether the road is built in five years, or
ten years.
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Marion Glines suggested a deed restriction to identify the road right-of-way to the
end of the property line. He expressed his disagreement with the requirement to
pay for Class V and bituminous, since is not known if the road will ever be built
and if the road will be in the appropriate location when adjoining property is
developed.
There being no other comments from the public, Mayor Duitsman closed the
public hearing.
COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN MOVED APPROVAL OF THE REQUEST BY DYNAMICS
DESIGN & LAND COMPANY FOR PRELIMINARY PLAT APPROVAL (BARSODY HILLS},
PUBLIC HEARING CASE NO. P 98-2, WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
A DEVELOPERS AGREEMENT OUTLINING THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THE
PLAT APPROVAL AND NECESSARY ROAD CONSTRUCTION BE PREPARED AND
EXECUTED PRIOR TO RELEASING THE PLAT FOR RECORDING.
2. ALL THE COMMENTS OF THE CITY ENGINEER BE ADDRESSED.
A LETTER OF CREDIT IN THE AMOUNT OF 100% OF THE COST OF PUBLIC
IMPROVEMENTS BE PROVIDED PRIOR TO RELEASING THE PLAT FOR
RECORDING.
A SURETY BOND IN THE AMOUNT OF 25% BE PROVIDED TO THE CITY UPON
COMPLETING PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS FOR A ONE YEAR PERIOD TO
GUARANTEE QUALITY OF WORK.
SURFACE WATER MANAGEMENT FEE IN THE AMOUNT OF $550.64 BE PAID
PRIOR TO RELEASING THE PLAT FOR RECORDING.
PARK DEDICATION FEE IN THE AMOUNT OF $3900.00 BE PAID PRIOR TO
RELEASING THE PLAT FOR RECORDING.
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A SEAL COATING FEE TO BE DETERMINED BY THE CITY ENGINEER PAID PRIOR
TO RELEASING THE PLAT FOR RECORDING.
8. STREETLIGHTS BE PROVIDED PER ELK RIVER UTILITIES RECOMMENDATION.
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APPLICANT SHALL OBTAIN ALL NECESSARY PERMITS PRIOR TO ANY WETLAND
DISTURBANCE.
10.
IF INDIVIDUAL SEWAGE DIGESTERS ARE USED, THE HOMEOWNERS MUST HAVE
CONTINUOUS MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT WITH PROFESSIONALS TO SERVICE
THE DIGESTERS, A COPY OF THE AGREEMENT BE PROVIDED TO THE CITY, AS
WELL AS COPIES OF THE YEARLY INSPECTION REPORTS AND ANY CHANGES
MADE IN THE CONTINUOUS AGREEMENT, AND REMOTE MONITORING OF THE
PUMP IS REQUIRED TO ENSURE IT IS OPERATIONAL.
11.
OUTLOT A BE MADE PART OF LOT 8 AND OUTLOT B BE COMBINED WITH THE
ADJACENT PARCEL TO THE SOUTH.
12.
A DEED RESTRICTION BE FILED WITH THE COUNTY RESTRICTING FURTHER
SUBDIVISION OF THE 30 ACRE PARCEL UNTIL SUCH A TIME THAT THE ZONING
IS CHANGED TO ALLOW FOR SMALLER LOT SIZES.
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AND, CONTINGENT UPON AN OPINION FROM THE CITY ATTORNEY ON THE
FOLLOWING CONDITION:
13.
THE DEVELOPER GRADE AND SEED THE PROPOSED ROAD TO THE PLAT'S
WESTERN BOUNDARY AND PROVIDE THE CITY PAYMENT TO INSTALL CLASS V
AND BITUMINOUS AT A LATER DATE.
COUNCILMEMBER THOMPSON SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 4-0.
6.4.
Request by Gene Thompson for Administrative Subdivision, Public Hearin.q Case
No. AS 98-2
Staff report by Scott Harlicker. Gene Thompson is requesting an administrative
subdivision to subdivide 40.28 acres located at the northeast comer of County
Road 1 and 217th Avenue, into a 2.5 acre lot and a 37.78 acre lot.
Mayor Duitsman opened the public hearing.
Gene Thompson, applicant, stated he was not aware the city would be requiring
a 5 foot easement around the perimeter of the new lot, and questioned why the
easement was necessary. Scott Harlicker indicated the city routinely requires a 5
foot drainage and utility easement for all administrative subdivisions for the
possibility it may be needed at some point in the future.
Carl (Gene) Thompson, owner of property proposed to be subdivided, expressed
his disapproval of aity government being involved in selling a piece of property to
his son.
Tom Thompson, brother of applicant, questioned if the five foot easement
requirement was a law. Scott Harlicl<er and Terry Maurer explained the
requirement was pall of the city's subdivision ordinance.
There being no other comments from the public, Mayor Duitsman closed the
public hearing.
COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ MOVED APPROVAL OF THE REQUEST BY GENE THOMPSON
FOR AN ADMINISTRATIVE SUBDIVISION, PUBLIC HEARING CASE NO. AS 98-2, WITH
THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
1. DRAINAGE AND UTILITY EASEMENTS BE GRANTED TO THE CITY ALONG THE
PROPERTY LINES OF THE PROPOSED 2.5 ACRE PARCEL.
PAYMENT OF PARK DEDICATION FEE IN THE AMOUNT OF $650 FOR THE NEW LOT
BEING CREATED TO BE PAID PRIOR TO RECORDING THE ADMINISTRATIVE
SUBDIVISION.
PAYMENT OF SURFACE WATER MANAGEMENT FEE IN THE AMOUNT OF $61.80
FOR THE NEW LOT BEING CREATED TO BE PAID PRIOR TO RECORDING THE
ADMINISTRATIVE SUBDIVISION.
FURTHER SUBDIVISION OF THE 37 ACRE PARCEL IS LIMITED TO 2 LOTS FOR A
TOTAL OF 4 LOTS AND A DEED RESTRICTION BE RECORDED THAT RESTRICTS
FURTHER SUBDIVISION TO 2 LOTS.
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COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 4-0.
Request by Edmond Martin for Easement Vacation, Public Hearin.q Case No.
EV 98-2
Staff repod by Scott Harlicker. Chip Martin has requested the vacation of a
portion of city right of way which was platted in Houlton's Addition, as pad of Sth
street. The parcel is approximately 48 feet by 138 feet with an area of 6,624
square feet. If the easement vacation is approved, the property would become
pad of Martin Plaza. Staff recommends denial of the request based on the
findings listed in the staff repod.
Mayor Duitsman opened the public hearing.
Edmond (Chip) Martin, applicant, reviewed his plans for improving the property if
the easement vacation were approved.
Planning Commission Chair Tom Mesich indicated he has received information
that the applicant plans to request a conditional use permit to operate a small
used car sales lot at this location.
There being no further public comments, Mayor Duitsman closed the public
hearing.
COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN MOVED APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 98-65,
DENYING THE REQUEST TO VACATE A PORTION OF THE RIGHT OF WAY FOR 5TM STREET
BASED ON THE FOLLOWING FINDINGS:
THE RIGHT-OF-WAY PROVIDES A BUFFER BETWEEN THE INDUSTRIAL USES AND
OUTDOOR STORAGE AREA NORTH OF THE RAILROAD TRACKS AND HIGHWAY
10.
THE RIGHT-OF-WAY PROVIDES AN OPPORTUNITY TO EXTEND UTILITIES UNDER
THE RAILROAD TRACKS FOR FUTURE CONNECTIONS OF UTILITIES BETWEEN THE
NORTH SIDE OF THE RAILROAD TRACKS AND THE SOUTH SIDE.
COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 4-0.
6.6.
Request by Vau.qhn Smith for Easement Vacation, Public Hearin.q Case No.
EV 98-3
Staff report by Scott Harlicker. Vaughn Smith has requested the city vacate the
portion of Simonet Drive which is now unused due to the street's realignment with
Highway 10. Mr. Smith wishes to make the vacated easement part of his lot.
Staff recommends approval of the request with the condition stated in the staff
report.
Mayor Duitsman opened the public hearing. There being no comments from the
public, Mayor Duitsman closed the public hearing.
COUNCILMEMBER THOMPSON MOVED APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 98-66,
VACATING THE STREET EASEMENT SHOWN ON LOT 1, BEST POINT ON LAKE ORONO,
EXHIBIT A WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITION:
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1. THAT THERE ARE NO BURIED UTILITIES WITHIN THE EASEMENT.
COUNClLMEMBER DIETZ SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 4-0.
6.7.
Request by Richard Kincanon for Easement Vacation, Public Hearinq Case No.
EV 98-4
Staff report by Steve Wensman, Planner. Richard Kincanon is requesting the
vacation of a drainage and utility easement on Lot 7, Block 1, of Heritage
Landing 2nd Addition. At the time of platting, an extra large drainage and utility
easement was created because the drainage issues were not known. The
applicant feels the large easement is no longer necessary now that the drainage
patterns have been identified. The applicant states that he has been unable to
sell the lot because of strong objections by potential buyers to the size of the
easement. Staff recommends approval of the request with the condition stated
in the staff report.
Mayor Duitsman opened the public hearing.
Dennis Chuba, partner to applicant, discussed the reasons for his request, as
presented by staff.
There being no other public comments, Mayor Duitsman closed the public
hearing.
COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ MOVED APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO.98-67, VACATING
THE DRAINAGE AND UTILITY EASEMENT AS SHOWN ON LOT 7, BLOCK 1, HERITAGE
LANDING SECOND ADDITION WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITION:
THAT A LICENSED SURVEYOR PROVIDE VERIFICATION THAT THE DRAINAGE
AND UTILITY EASEMENT IS NOT NECESSARY AND UPON THE APPROVAL OF THE
CITY ENGINEER.
COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 4-0.
6.8. Norwest Banks - Consider Amendment to Conditional Use Permit to Allow Ri.qht-in-
Only
City Engineer Terry Maurer reviewed the proposal by Norwest Bank to a "right-in
only" access off Jackson Road. Terry explained how the curb line would be
extended down from the north to discourage left turns by vehicles moving south
on Jackson, and, placing of "Do Not Enter" signs inside the site to warn vehicles
that the access is not an exit.
The City Engineer also discussed acquiring 10 feet of right of way to develop a
right turn lane at 193~d and Highway 169. Staff believes it may be possible to
relocate Norwest's proposed sign to the originally shown location, or, the city may
consider vacation a small portion of the 40 foot drainage and utility easement for
placement of the sign.
Councilmember Dietz asked if staff is recommending approval of the right-in-only
access. Terry Maurer indicated staff is not recommending the access and he is
only showing how the access would work. Councilmember Dietz indicated Phil
Hals, Streets/Parks Superintendent, has expressed concerns regarding the access.
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6.9.
6.10.
6.11.
Jeff Pflipson, HTG Architects, stated he was not aware the access from Jackson
would be an issue. He indicated the applicant feels that denial of the access
would create a hardship for them regarding competition with other banks in Elk
River. Mr. Pflipson felt there would be a very small percentage of drivers who
would attempt to make a left turn off Jackson into the site because of the design
of the right-in-only access. He indicated they would be willing fo place any type
of signage the Council would require to make the access work.
Discussion followed regarding whether or not the access was appropriate.
COUNClLMEMBER THOMPSON MOVED TO DENY THE REQUEST FOR THE RIGHT-IN-
ONLY ACCESS FOR NORWEST BANK, CASE NO. CU 98-11. COUNCILMEMBER
HOLMGREN SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 4-0.
Request by Car.qill, Inc. for Appeal of Buildinq Permit Denial Decision, Public
Hearin.cl Case No. GP 98-11
At the request of the applicant, this item will be tabled until the July 20, 1998 City
Council meeting.
COUNCILMEMBER THOMPSON MOVED TO TABLE THE REQUEST BY CARGILL, INC. TO
THE JULY 20, 1998, CITY COUNCIL MEETING FOR AN APPEAL OF BUILDING PERMIT
DENIAL DECISION, CASE NO. GP 98-11. COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ SECONDED THE
MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 4-0.
Letter from Scott Breuer Homes Re.qardin.q Cluster Subdivision
Scott Harlicker, Planning Assistant, reviewed a letter from Scott Breuer Homes. It
was the consensus of the Council to request that the Planning Commission review
an ordinance amendment for cluster subdivisions and make a recommendation
to the Council.
Resolutions for Road Improvement Projects
City Engineer Terry Maurer presented draft resolutions for road improvements for
Boston Street, Railroad Drive, and the Guardian Angels project. These resolutions
are consistent with MN Statutes 429 for assessments to benefited property owners.
COUNClLMEMBER HOLMGREN MOVED APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION 98-68, A
RESOLUTION DETERMINING ASSESSED COST OF IMPROVEMENT AND ORDERING
PREPARATION OF PROPOSED ASSESSMENT ROLLIN THE MATTER OF BOSTON STREET
IMPROVEMENT OF '1998. COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ SECONDED THE MOTION. THE
MOTION CARRIED 4-0.
COUNClLMEMBER THOMPSON MOVED APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION 98-69, A
RESOLUTION DETERMINING THE ASSESSED COST OF IMPROVEMENT AND ORDERING
PREPARATION OF PROPOSED ASSESSMENT ROLL IN THE MATTER OF RAILROAD DRIVE
IMPROVEMENT OF 1998. COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ SECONDED THE MOTION. THE
MOTION CARRIED 4-0.
COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN MOVED APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION 98-70, A
RESOLUTION DETERMINING ASSESSED COST OF IMPROVEMENT AND ORDERING
PREPARATION OF PROPOSED ASSESSMENT ROLL IN THE MATTER OF GUARDIAN
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ANGELS IMPROVEMENT OF 1998. COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ SECONDED THE MOTION.
THE MOTION CARRIED 4-0.
7. Other Business
There was no other business presented.
8. Staff Updates
City Administrator Pat Klaers indicated that city staff is experiencing problems with
the current radio communications system and they are researching the purchase
of cellular phones. Pat indicated the cost for 10 phones will be approximately
$2,000. It was the consensus of the Council to support the purchase of cellular
phones, with actual cost to be considered for approval when pricing information
is available.
9. Adjournment
There being no further business, Mayor Duitsman adjourned the meeting at 8:03
p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Debbie Huebner
Recording Secretary