01-20-2004 CC MIN PIEETING OF THE ELK RIVER CITY COUNCIL
HELD AT THE ELK RIVER HIGH SCHOOL LITTLE THEATER
TUESDAY, JANUARY 20, 2004
Members Present:
Members Absent:
Staff Present:
Also present:
Mayor l,,Tdnzing, Councih'nembers Dietz, Kuester, Motin, and Tveite
None
Ci~ Administrator Pat Klaers, Director of Planning Nhchele McPherson,
Senior Planner Scott Hadicker, Planner Chris Leeseberg, Ci.t7 Engineer
Terry Maurer, Recreation Manager M2chele Bergh, City Attorney Peter
Beck, and Recording Secretary Tina Allard
Park and Recreation Commission Arthur Jackett
Nanning Comnzissioner Doug Franz
4.1.
Call Meeting To Order
Pursuant to due call and nodce thereof, the meeting of the Elk Pdver City Council was called
to order at 6:40 p.m. by Mayor Klinzing.
Consider Januaur 20, 2004 Agenda
Mayor I<2inzing added "schedule a special meeting" under Other Business.
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER KUESTER AND SECONDED BY
COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ TO APPROVE THE AGENDA AS AMENDED.
MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
Consider Consent Agenda
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER TVEITE AND SECONDED BY
COUNCILEMBER MOTIN TO APPROVE THE FOLLOWING CONSENT
AGENDA:
3.1.
JANUARY 12, 2004 COUNCIL MINUTES
AUTHORIZE DIRECTOR OF PLANNING TO ATTEND NATIONAL
CONFERENCE
MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
Utilities Update
Councilmember Dietz provided an update of the January 13, 2004 Utilities Commission
meeting.
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4.2. YXv[cA Update
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Mayor Klinzing provided an update of the January 8, 2004 Northstar YMCA Founder's
Committee meeting. Mr. Klaers stated that the Committee is in the process of changing
their name.
4.3. NCDA Update
Scott Harlicker provided an update of the Northstar Corridor Commuter Rail project. He
stated that the project has been scaled do~vn and the f~rst phase to be complete 5vill be from
Minneapolis to Big Lake. l'vLr. Harlicker stated that the Governor has included funds for this
project in the 2004 bonding bill.
NIX. Harlicker stated that All Aboard Elk River is planning a rally on February 5, 2004, at
7:00 p.m., at the Elk River High School auditorium. He stated that another rally is planned at
the state capital on February 26, 2004 from 10:00 a.m. to noon.
4.4. Park and Recreation Commission Update
Michele McPherson provided an update of the Park and Recreation Commission's meeting
on January 14, 2004. She stated that the Elk River Lions are requesting three signs to be
placed on and in the Lions Park Center (LPC) building.
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER TVEITE AND SECONDED BY
COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ TO APPROVE THE THREE SIGNS FOR LPC.
MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
Councilmember Kuester stated that she would like to see an explanation of the sign for the
"Les Anderson Community Room." She believes it ~vould be good for people to 'know the
history of Les Anderson.
Councilmember Mot_in stated that it isn't appropriate for the city to memorialize individuals
but felt that in this situation it would be okay as the city has a partnership ~vith the Lions for
LPC.
Ms. McPherson stated that the Comrmssion is also requesting approvai of their 2004 Capital
Improvement Budget in the amount of $225,000. She provided a breakdown of the budget.
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER TVEITE AND SECONDED BY
COUNCILMEMBER MOTIN TO APPROVE THE 2004 PARKS CAPITAL
IMPROVEMENT BUDGET. MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
Nix. I-Claers noted that the Park and Recreation Capital Improvement Budget does not
include funds for the remodeling of LPC that is necessary, when the new Park and
Recreation Director is hired this summer. He stated that this project would come to the
Council for approval at a future meeting.
Michele Bergh provided an update of programming activities by the Recreation Department.
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4.5.
4.6.
6.1.
Ms. Bergh discussed the non-resident fee policy for programming. She stated that the total
amount of non-resident fees is a small portion of the total revenue received. She stated that
if the fee were eliWnnated it would help cut down on administrative work, allow for larger
class sizes, and help foster more partnerships.
CounciLmember Kuester stated chat she would like the policy to remain the same regarding
giving Elk River residents preferential treatment to sign up for program offerings gu:st. The
Council agreed.
Councilmember Dietz stated that at tn:st he was opposed to eliminating this fee because he
didn't ~vant Elk River residents subsidizing programs for other cides' residents; but he felt
that the benefits created by elhninadng the fee will outweigh the challenges of enforcing the
non-resident fee policy and be more beneficial to Elk River residents. Councilmember
Modn concurred.
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER MOTIN AND SECONDED BY
COUNCILMEMBER TVEITE TO ELIMINATE THE NON-RESIDENT FEES
EFFECTIVE FOR ALL PROGRAMS BEGINNING ON MARCH 1, 2004.
MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
Update on Ciw Hall Remodeling Project
Pat I~daers provided an update of the City HaH remodeling project. He stated that it had
been the goal of the construction manager to accelerate the completion date of the project,
but this is not going to happen. He stated that the move in date for staff to the remodeled
facility will be at the end of March. He stated that the project is on schedule and that the late
March timeframe is when the project was originally scheduled to be finished and the move
to take place.
Consider Ciw Administrator and City of Elk River Work Program (Brimeyer
Recommendations)
Mayor Ia-dmzing stated the Council has been meeting to establish a ~vork program for
organizational management, Council/staff relations, and governance. She stated that this
program is not ready for approval and that Council will be continuing its work and is
holding a special meeting on February 17, 2004.
Open Nfike
No one appeared for Open Mike.
Request by D.R. Horton, Inc. for Final Plat Approval (Trott Brook Farms 9th Addition),
Case No. P 03-17
Senior Planner Scott Harlicker submitted the staff report. NLr. Harlicker stated that D.R.
Horton is requesting final plat approval of Trott Brook Farms 9~h Addition. He provided an
overview of the Trott Brook Farms project and discussed lot and street layout and the Park
and Recreation Commission action.
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER KUESTER AND SECONDED BY
COUNClLMEMBER MOTIN TO ADOPT RESOLUTION 04-05 GRANTING
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FINAL PLAT APPROVAL FOR TROTT BROOK FARMS 9TM ADDITION, CASE
NO. P 03-17 WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
A DEVELOPERS AGREEMENT BE PREPARED AND EXECUTED
OUTLINING THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THE PLAT
APPROVAL AND INSTALLATION OF IMPROVEMENTS PRIOR TO
RELEASING THE PLAT FOR RECORDING.
2. A LETTER OF CREDIT BE PROVIDED TO THE CITY IN THE
AMOUNT OF 100% OF THE COSTS OF PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS.
UPON COMPLETING ALL OF THE IMPROVEMENTS AND
HAVING THEM ACCEPTED BY THE CITY, A WARRANTY BOND
IN THE AMOUNT OF 25% OF THE IMPROVEMENT COSTS SHALL
BE SUBMITTED TO THE CITY FOR A ONE YEAR PERIOD.
SURFACE WATER MANAGEMENT FEE IN THE AMOUNT
REQUIRED BY THE CITY AT THE TIME OF FINAL PLAT BE PAID
PRIOR TO RELEASING THE PLAT FOR RECORDING.
SEALCOAT FEE IN THE AMOUNT TO BE DETERMINED BY THE
CITY ENGINEER BE PAID TO THE CITY PRIOR TO RELEASING
THE PLAT FOR RECORDING.
6. THE NECESSARY DRAINAGE AND UTILITY EASEMENTS BE
DEDICATED ON THE PLAT AS REQUIRED BY THE CITY.
7. ALL COMMENTS OF THE CITY ENGINEER BE ADDRESSED.
8. ALL APPROPRIATE WETLAND PERMITS MUST BE OBTAINED
PRIOR TO COMMENCING WORK ON THE SITE.
GRADING AND EROSION CONTROL PLAN AND DEVELOPMENT
PLAN BE SUBMITTED AND APPROVED BY THE CITY ENGINEER
PRIOR TO THE ISSUANCE OF BUILDING PERMITS.
10. ALL GRADING WILL NEED TO BE CERTIFIED PRIOR TO THE
ISSUANCE OF BUILDING PERMITS.
11. STREET LIGHTS SHALL BE INSTALLED AS RECOMMENDED BY
ELK RIVER MUNICIPAL UTILITIES.
12. WATER AVAILABILITY CHARGE BE PAID PRIOR TO RELEASING
THE PLAT FOR RECORDING.
ALL NECESSARY TRUNK SANITARY AND WATER ASSESSMENT,
AND LATERAL WATER ASSESSMENTS BE PAID PRIOR TO
RELEASING THE PLAT FOR RECORDING.
MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
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6.2.
Request by Centex Homes fi)r Final Plat Approval (Elk River Station 2~° Addition), Case
No. P 03-18
Senior Planner Scott Hariicker submitted the staff report. Mr. Harlicker stated that Eik lever
Station, LLC is requesting final plat approval for Elk River Station 2nd Addition. He stated
that the project is a mixed use development that includes townhomes, apartments,
commercial/office space, and senior housing. He discussed street and lot layout, number of
units, and Park and Recreation Commission action.
Councilmember Modn questioned Mr. Maurer's comment in his staff report regarding the
narrow easement running along a storm sewer line. Nix. Maurer stated that he informed the
applicant of this narrow easement but that the city can't enforce the easement as it is a
private storm sexver running along a private roadway.
Councilmember Tveite stated that he would Like a condition added to the developer's
agreement that informs future residents that the cul-de-sac placed on the northeast end of
172~a Avenue will be tempora~.'y and the road xvill be continued at some point in the future.
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER TVEITE AND SECONDED BY
COUNCILMEMBER KUESTER TO ADOPT RESOLUTION 04-06 GRANTING
FINAL PLAT APPROVAL FOR ELK RIVER STATION 2N~) ADDITION, CASE
NO. P 03-18 WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
A DEVELOPERS AGREEMENT BE PREPARED AND EXECUTED
OUTLINING THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THE PLAT
APPROVAL AND INSTALLATION OF IMPROVEMENTS PRIOR TO
RELEASING THE PLAT FOR RECORDING.
2. A LETTER OF CREDIT BE PROVIDED TO THE CITY IN THE
AMOUNT OF 100% OF THE COSTS OF PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS.
UPON COMPLETING ALL OF THE IMPROVEMENTS AND HAVING
THEM ACCEPTED BY THE CITY, A WARRANTY BOND IN THE
AMOUNT OF 25% OF THE IMPROVEMENT COSTS SHALL BE
SUBMITTED TO THE CITY FOR A ONE YEAR PERIOD.
SURFACE WATER MANAGEMENT FEE IN THE AMOUNT
REQUIRED BY THE CITY AT THE TIME OF FINAL PLAT BE PAID
PRIOR TO RELEASING THE PLAT FOR RECORDING.
o
SEALCOAT FEE IN THE AMOUNT TO BE DETERMINED BY THE
CITY ENGINEER BE PAID TO THE CITY PRIOR TO RELEASING
THE PLAT FOR RECORDING.
6. THE NECESSARY DRAINAGE AND UTILITY EASEMENTS BE
DEDICATED ON THE PLAT AS REQUIRED BY THE CITY.
7. ALL COMMENTS OF THE CITY ENGINEER BE ADDRESSED.
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8. ALL APPROPRIATE WETLAND PERMITS MUST BE OBTAINED
PRIOR TO COMMENCING WORK ON THE SITE.
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GRADING AND EROSION CONTROL PLAN AND DEVELOPMENT
PLAN BE SUBMITTED AND APPROVED BY THE CITY ENGINEER
PRIOR TO THE ISSUANCE OF BUILDING PERMITS.
10. ALL GRADING WILL NEED TO BE CERTIFIED PRIOR TO THE
ISSUANCE OF BUILDING PERMITS.
11. STREET LIGHTS SHALL BE INSTALLED AS RECOMMENDED BY
ELK RIVER MUNICIPAL UTILITIES.
12. WATER AVAILABILITY CHARGE BE PAID PRIOR TO RELEASING
THE PLAT FOR RECORDING.
13. APPROPRIATE CROSS ACCESS EASEMENTS SHALL BE APPROVED
BY THE CITY AND RECORDED WITH THE PLAT.
14.
ANY TREES OFF SITE OR ON SITE, NEAR THE LIMIT OF
GRADING THAT ARE TO BE PRESERVED, SHALL BE FENCED
WITH A SNOW FENCE AT THE DRIP LINE TO PREVENT
GRADING, COMPACTION, OR STORAGE OF EQUIPMENT, DEBRIS
OR MATERIALS. STAFF SHALL INSPECT FENCING PRIOR TO
CLEARING OR GRADING COMMENCING.
15. THE NORTH ACCESS ON THE EAST SIDE OF TWIN LAKES ROAD
SHALL BE RIGHT -IN RIGHT-OUT ONLY.
16. ANY ARCHEOLOGICAL FINDINGS SHALL BE REPORTED AND
THE CITY NOTIFIED.
17. THE AREA ADJACENT TO THE WETLAND SHALL BE KEPT
NATURAL.
18. PARK DEDICATION FEES BE PAID PRIOR TO RELEASING THE
PLAT FOR RECORDING.
19.
ALL NECESSARY TRUNK SANITARY AND WATER ASSESSMENTS,
AND LATERAL WATER ASSESSMENTS BE PAID PRIOR TO
RELEASING THE PLAT FOR RECORDING.
6.3.
MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
Request by Christian Builders, [nc. for Easement Vacation, Public Hearing-Case No. EV-
07
Senior Planner Scott Harlicker submitted the staff report. Nix. Harlicker stated that the
applicant is requesting an easement vacation to vacate a portion of a drainage and utili~
easement in RolLing Hills. He stated that the easement vacation is needed so that a 10' deck
can be added on the proposed house plan.
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Mavor I~nzing opened the public hearing. There being no one to speak to this issue, Mayor
I'Cl.inzing closed the public hearing.
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ AND SECONDED BY
COUNCILMEMBER KUESTER TO ADOPT RESOLUTION 04-07 FOR
VACATING DRAINAGE AND UTILITY EASEMENTS, CASE NO EV 03-07.
MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
6.4.
Request by Powell Realty/~'illiam Clinton for an Administrative Subdivision Public
Hearing-Case No. AS 03-05
Staff report submitted by Planner Chris Leeseberg. Nh'. Leeseberg stated that the applicant is
requesting an administrative subdivision to split one lot into t~vo. He stated that one lot will
be 2.79 acres and the other will be 2.5 acres. He discussed grading, drainage, utilities, and
Park and Recreation Commission action. Nix. Leeseberg stated that the lot l/ne bet~veen the
two parcels is complicated and suggested Option D (in the staff report) as an alternative to
the applicant. The applicant indicated that he preferred Option D.
Mayor I'Ginzing opened the public hearing. There being no one to speak to this issue, Mayor
I,cflinzing closed the public hearing.
Councilxnember Motin stated that he ~vas concerned about the driveway access.
Councilmember Kuester stated that she was concerned about the prhnary and secondary
house locations on the parcels. Nh:. Maurer stated that the applicant will need to submit this
in£ormation to the city,.
Councilmember Tveite questioned whether a variance should be granted prior to including it
in the administrative subdivision. Ms. McPherson stated that there is a provision in the city's
ordinance that allo~vs a variance to be approved by the City Council as part of the process.
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER TVEITE AND SECONDED BY
COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ TO APPROVE THE OPTION D
ADMINISTRATIVE SUBDIVISION WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
1. A SURVEY BE CREATED THAT IS COMPARABLE TO OPTION D
AND ADDRESSES ALL THE COMMENTS OF THE CITY.
ALL COMMENTS OF THE CITY ENGINEER SHALL BE
ADDRESSED.
3. PARK DEDICATION FEES FOR ONE LOT SHALL BE PAID PRIOR
TO RELEASING THE SUBDIVISION FOR RECORDING.
4. SURFACE WATER MANAGEMENT FEES FOR ONE LOT SHALL BE
PAID PRIOR TO RELEASING THE SUBDIVISION FOR RECORDING.
5. THE APPLICANTS SHALL PROVIDE THE REQUIRED DRAINAGE
AND UTILITY EASEMENTS.
6. A VARIANCE BE GRANTED TO REDUCE THE REQUIRED LOT
SIZE FOR THE R-IA DISTRICT FROM TO 2.5-ACRES.
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MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
6.3.
Request by Robert Erbstoesser for Conditional Use Permit for a Home Occupation, Public
Hearing-Case No. CU 03-33
Staff report submitted by Senior Planner Scott Harlicker. Mr. Harticker stated that the
applicant's father ~vas granted a conditional use permit (CUP) for a wood craft business in
April 1992. He stated that the applicant has since bought out the business and is using it as a
cabinet shop. The applicant also has a CUP for a hair salon. Mr. Harlicker discussed the
business operation and Planning Commission action.
Mayor Klinzing opened the public hearing.
.Dick Lutz, 11814 191~t Avenue-Stated that the business is quiet and he has no problem
xvith a CUP being issued.
There being no further comment on this issue, Mayor I-2Ilnzing closed the public hearing.
Discussion ~vas held regarding the number of employees allowed on site, the hours of
operation, and par'king.
MOVED BY MAYOR KLINZING AND SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER
KUESTER TO APPROVE THE CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO OPERATE
A CABINET BUSINESS AS A HOME OCCUPATION WITH THE FOLLOWING
CONDITIONS:
1. THE SHOP SHALL BE SUBJECT TO ANNUAL INSPECTIONS OF
THE FIRE CHIEF.
2. THE HOURS OF OPERATION SHALL BE LIMITED FROM 7:00 A.M.
TO 9:00 P.M.
3. ALL CARS MUST BE PARKED ON SITE.
THE NUMBER OF EMPLOYEES SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE
EQUIVALENT OF TWO FULL TIME EMPLOYEES BESIDES THE
APPLICANT.
MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
6.6.
Request bv Abfalter Brothers Concrete LLC/G.G. ProperV Management. LLC for
Conditional Use Permit for Outside Storage, Public Hearing-Case No. CU 03-34
Staff report submitted by Planner Chris Leeseberg. IYEr. Leeseberg stated that Abfalter
Brothers is requesting a Conditional Use Permit for outdoor storage for a concrete business.
He stated that the applicant is proposing to operate a concrete foundation facility and would
be storing sand, aggregate, and cement on site. He discussed hours of operation, vehicles
traffic, landscaping, par'king and circulation, and Planning Commission action.
Mayor Kdinzing opened the public hearing.
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Doug Franz, Planning Commissioner-Stated that there was not enough room on this parcel
to fit the required 32 trees but staff has worked on an alternative landscaping plan to fit the
sire.
There being no further comment on this issue, Mayor Is2inzing closed the public hearing.
Councihnember Dietz questioned if the applicant planned to be open on Saturdays and if he
planned on selhng retail to the general public.
The applicant stated that he would be open occasionally on Saturdays and there would be no
sales to the general public. He further stated that most of his business was mobile, wherebv
he loads the trucks with materials and then does the mt. ting at the job site.
Ms. McPherson stated that 15xnited retail sales for this type of business are alloxved under the
CUP requirements.
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER TVEITE AND SECONDED BY
COUNCILMEMBER MOTIN TO APPROVE A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
FOR OUTDOOR STORAGE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
ALL VEHICLES AND EQUIPMENT SHALL BE STORED IN A
STRUCTURE.
ALL SAND AND AGGREGATE SHALL BE CONTAINED IN
CONCRETE BLOCK BUNKERS.
3. ALL CEMENT SHALL BE CONTAINED IN THE SILO.
IF THE YARD IS TO BE EXPANDED, THE APPLICANT
SHALL APPLY FOR AN AMENDMENT TO THE
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT.
ALL CHAIN LINK FENCES SHALL HAVE OPAQUE SLATS TO
PROVIDE SOLID SCREENING OF THE STORAGE YARD.
THE PROPOSED LANDSCAPING SHALL BE LOCATED ON
THE OPPOSITE SIDE OF THE FENCE AS IS THE STORAGE
YARD.
THE PARKING AREA SHALL BE RESURFACED WITH
ASPHALT OR CONCRETE AND PROVIDE STRIPED PARKING
STALLS TO ACCOMMODATE ALL EMPLOYEES ON SITE AT
ANY GIVEN TIME.
MOTION CARRIED 4-0-1. Councilmember Dietz abstained.
6.7.
Request by Maureen Ivers (Canine Connections, LLC) for a Conditional Use Permit t__~_o
Operate a Canine Obedience and Daycare Facility,, Public Hearing-Case No. CU 03-35
Staff report submitted by Planner Chris Leeseberg. Mr. Leeseberg stated that fl~e applicant is
requesting a conditional use permit to operate a dog daycare and training center. He
discussed staffing, hour of operation, and Planning Commission action.
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6.8.
Mayor I~Linzing opened the public heating. There being no one to speak to this issue, Mayor
I<linzing closed the public heanng.
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER MOTIN AND SECONDED BY
COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ TO APPROVE A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
TO OPERATE A DOG DAYCARE AND TRAINING CENTER WITH THE
FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
1. ALL CANINE TRAINING AND CARE SHALL TAKE PLACE INSIDE
THE SUBJECT BUILDING.
2. APPLICANT SHALL OBTAIN A COMMERCIAL KENNEL LICENSE
FROM THE CITY OF ELK RIVER.
3. THERE SHALL BE NO OVERNIGHT BOARDING OF ANIMALS.
4. THE TENANT SPACE SHALL COMPLY WITH ALL APPLICABLE
BUILDING CODES.
5. THE TENANT SPACE SHALL COMPLY WITH ALL APPLICABLE
FIRE CODES.
MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
Request for Commercial Kennel License
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ AND SECONDED BY
COUNCILMEMBER KUESTER TO APPROVE A COMMERCIAL KENNEL
LICENSE FOR ELK RIVER CANINE CONNECTIONS, LLC. MOTION
CARRIED 5-0.
Request by Vision of Elk River for an Ordinance Amendment to Section 30-1292 (d) to add
Bus Terminals as a Conditional Use in the LI ,(Light Industrial) Zoning District, Public
Hearing-Case No. OA 03-08
Staff report submitted by Senior Planner Scott Harlicker. Mr. Harlicker stated that Vision
Enterprises is requesting an ordinance amendment to allow bus terminals as a conditional
use in the Light Industrial (Il) zoning district. He reviewed past history, regarding bus and
truck terminals and the ordinance changes that affected these uses.
Mayor 1,2linzing opened the public hearing.
Doug Franz, Planning Commissioner-Stated that the ordinance amendment incorrecdy
states buses and should state school buses.
There being no further comment on this issue, Mayor IClinzing closed the public hearing.
The Council questioned if the applicant had any other type of buses. The applicant stated
that he only has school buses and subcontracts out for motor coach services.
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MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER MOTIN AND SECONDED BY
COUNCILMEMBER TVEITE TO ADOPT ORDINANCE 04-03 AMENDING
SECTION 30-1292 OF THE CITY CODE OF ORDINANCES. MOTION
CARRIED 5-0.
6.9.
Public Hearing-Transportation Plan
Kevin Pape, ~vith Howard R. Green Company, provided a PowerPoint presentation of the
draft Transportation plan.
Mayor I~dinzing opened the public hearing.
Dave Shepard, 18984 Carson Street-Questioned why the city hired a consulting engineer to
draft this plan ~vhen they have an engineer that ~vorks for the city.
Ms. McPherson stated that the city does not have an engineer on staff but that he actually
~vorks for Ho~vard R. Green Company. The city retaSns this firm as the consulting engineer.
Mr. Shepard also quesOoned why the city is drafting this Plan now when it should have been
done years ago. He questioned if overpasses ~vere going to be built over High~v,4y 169.
~. Maurer stated that the Plan is a set of guideLines for the city to follow.
Mayor IClinzing stated that Mn/DOT is ~vorking on a plan to have overpasses installed over
Highway 169. Mr. Maurer stated that this is a long process and that Mn/DOT needs to
complete an Envh'onmental Impact Study (EIS) (which could take up to two years) and then
they'll have to ~vait for funding.
David Plude, 11537 197th Avenue-Stated that he would Like to see Mn/DOT's Highway
169 project expedited. Mr. Maurer stated that the city would like to see the project expedited
also, but he didn't think it would happen due to politics and funding.
Doug Franz, Planning Commissioner-Stated that the Planning Commission would like to
spend more time ~vith Council to determine how to implement this Plan. The Commission
is concerned about approving plans that will cost the city more in the future for land
acquisition.
There being no further comment on this issue, Mayor ICtinzing closed the public hearing.
Councilmember M0dn questioned if Mn/DOT is looking at purchasing land now for the
Highway 169 project. Mr. Maurer stated that it is illegal for Mn/DOT to purchase land until
they have completed the EIS and the geometric design of the interchanges.
Councilmernber Kuester questioned how the city would communicate with neighboring
counties regarding transportation issues. Mr. Maurer stated that the city wouldn't have much
influence with neighboring counties and would have to rely on Sherburne County for that
interaction.
Nfl:. IClaers stated that Mn/DOT has requested formal action from the Council for support
of the Highway 169 study and this ~vould come before them at a later date. He stated that
once the Highway 169 project moves forward and Mn/DOT determines which properties
they plan on taking, the Council will receive a lot of comments of concern from citizens as
tkis Mn/DOT study may impact their ability, to sell their property.
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7. Other Business
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Mayor K. linzing stated that a special meeting needs to be called for Tuesday, February 17,
2004 at 5:00 p.m. to continue planning on a work program for Council and staff
development.
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ AND SECONDED BY
COUNCILMEMBER MOTIN TO CALL A SPECIAL MEETING FOR
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 17, 2004 AT CITY HALL FOR THE PURPOSE OF
DISCUSSING CITY GOALS AND CONTINUING PLANNING ON A WORK
PROGRAM FOR COUNCIL AND STAFF DEVELOPMENT. MOTION
CARRIED 5-0.
8. Staff Updates
Nfl:. Klaers stated that the school district is planning on having another bond referendum on
March 30, 2004. He stated that they have requested to use the city's election equipment and
that City Clerk Joan Schmidt is xvor -krug on a contract agreement with the district.
9. Adjournment
There being no further business, Mayor I</inzing adjourned the meeting of the Elk River
City Council at 9:00 p.m.
Minutes prepared by Tina Allard.
Joan Schmidt, City Clerk