04-17-2000 CC MINMEETING OF THE ELK RIVER CITY COUNCIL
HELD AT THE ELK RIVER CITY HALL
MONDAY, APRIL 17, 2000
Members Present:
Mayor Klinzing, Councilmembers Dietz, Motin, and Thompson (6:30
p.m.)
Members Absent: Councilmember Farber
Staff Present:
Pat Klaers, City Administrator; Sandra Peine, City Clerk; Peter Beck,
City Attorney; Terry Maurer, City Engineer; Michele McPherson,
Director of Planning; Michele Bergh, Community Recreation
Manager; Steve Wensman, Planner; Steve Rohlf, Building and Zoning
Administrator
Also Present:
Joseph Schuster, Planning Commission Representative
1. Call Meetin.q To Order
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the meeting of the Elk River City Council
was called to order at 6 p.m. by Mayor Klinzing.
2. Consider A,qenda
COUNCILMEMBER MOTIN MOVED TO APPROVE THE 4/17/00 CITY COUNCIL AGENDA.
COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 3-0.
3. Consider Consent Aqenda
Mayor Klinzing requested that the following paragraphs be added to the April 10,
2000, City Council/County Board meeting minutes: (the city would support the
county's effort to work with the state in their traffic analysis during the review of the
county state aid road system to determine the highest growth and traffic areas.)
(County Road 44 - The county engineer indicated that County Road 44 was top
priority and will be considered for improvement in two years.)
COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ MOVED TO APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA AS FOLLOWS:
3.1a.
3.1b.
3.1c.
3.2.
4/3/00 REGULAR MEETING CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - APPROVED
4/10/00 SPECIAL MEETING CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - APPROVED AS AMENDED
4/10/00 REGULAR MEETING CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - APPROVED
REQUEST BY BLEEKERS NURSERY FOR A GENERAL PLANNING PERMIT TO
OPERATE A TEMPORARY GREENHOUSE GARDEN CENTER AT MENARDS
PARKING LOT WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS - APPROVED
1. THE GARDEN CENTER/GREENHOUSE MUST BE KEPT IN GOOD
CONDITION THROUGHOUT THE TIME IT IS IN PLACE.
2. THE LOCATION OF THE GREENHOUSE WILL BE CONSISTENT WITH THE
SITE PLAN.
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3.3.
3. THE GREENHOUSE AND DISPLAY AREA SHALL BE REMOVED WITHIN
ONE WEEK OF THE END OF THE SALES AND THE SITE RETURNED TO ITS
ORIGINAL CONDITION.
REQUEST BY STAFF TO RECEIVE BIDS FOR THE ACQUISITION AND INSTALLATION
OF PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT - APPROVED
REQUEST TO REMODEL BUILDING AND ZONING DEPARTMENT IN THE AMOUNT
OF $4,932.84 - APPROVED
COUNCILMEMBER MOTIN SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 3-0.
4.1. Utilities Commission Update
Councilmember Dietz presented an update on the Utilities Commission April 11,
2000, meeting.
4.2. Northstar Corridor Update
Mayor Klinzing presented an update on the Northstar Corridor Development
Authority meeting held on April 6.
4.3. Community Recreation Update
Community Recreation Manager Michele Bergh presented an update on
Community Recreation events and on the April 17, 2000, Community Recreation
Board meeting.
4.4.
Consider Request for On Sale and Sunday Liquor at Nature's Hideaway, Elk River
Country Club
Councilmember Motin noted that he was representing the Elk River Country Club in
lease negotiations with Nature's Hideaway, however, he did not believe there is a
conflict of interest as the arrangement was not contingent upon council approval
of the request.
The city clerk indicated that the city has received an application for an On Sale
and Sunday Liquor License by Jason Hines to sell liquor on sale at Nature's
Hideaway at Elk River Country Club. She indicated that approval of the request
should be based on the City Council approving the conditional use permit to allow
an intensification of use regarding liquor.
COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ MOVED TO APPROVE AN ON SALE AND SUNDAY LIQUOR
LICENSE FOR JASON HINES FOR NATURE'S HIDEAWAY AT ELK RIVER COUNTRY CLUB
CONTINGENT UPON APPROVAL OF THE CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT BY THE CITY
COUNCIL. COUNCILMEMBER MOTIN SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED
3-0.
4,5.
Consider Resolution Awarding $3.6 Million Multi-Family Housin.q Revenue Bonds
Series 2000, Elk River Estates and Oaks Crest Apartments Proiect
COUNCILMEMBER MOTIN MOVED TO ADOPT RESOLUTION 00-22 PROVIDING FOR THE
ISSUANCE AND SALE OF MULTI-FAMILY HOUSING REVENUE BONDS TO PROVIDE
FUNDS FOR A MULTI-FAMILY HOUSING PROJECT ON BEHALF OF WEST SUBURBAN
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HOUSING PARTNERS TO LIMITED PARTNERSHIP. COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ SECONDED
THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 3-0.
4.6. Request to Hire Teresa Tousi.qnant for the Position of Building/Housin.q Inspector
COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ MOVED TO HIRE TERESA TOU$1GNANT FOR THE POSITION OF
BUILDING/HOUSING INSPECTOR WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
2.
3.
4.
STARTING WAGE OF $19.55 PER HOUR.
STARTING DATE OF MAY 8, 2000.
COMPLETION OF ORIENTATION PERIOD DECEMBER 8, 2000.
UPON COMPLETION OF THE ORIENTATION PERIOD INCREASE TO PAY
GRADE 13, STEP D, AT $20.55 PER HOUR.
NORMAL COST OF LIVING INCREASE IN JANUARY 2001.
NEXT STEP INCREASE JULY 2001.
COUNCILMEMBER MOTIN SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 3-0.
4.7. Accept Resi.qnation from Buildin.q Secretary Geryl Ro.qers
COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ MOVED TO ACCEPT THE RESIGNATION FROM BUILDING AND
ZONING SECRETARY GERYL ROGERS. COUNCILMEMBER MOTIN SECONDED THE
MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 3-0.
Councilmember Thompson arrived at this time (6:30 p.m.)
4.8. Economic Development Executive Search Update
City Administrator Pat Klaers updated the council on the progress for the search for
the economic development director. He stated that he has been contacted by
Paul Motin, Daryl Thompson, Pat Dwyer, and Duane Kropuenske who have
volunteered to participate on the interview committee.
COUNCIl. MEMBER DIETZ MOVED TO APPOINT THE INTERVIEW COMMITTEE FOR THE
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR POSITION TO CONSIST OF PAUL MOTIN, DARYL
THOMPSON, PAT DWYER, AND DUANE KROPUENSKE. COUNCILMEMBER MOTIN
SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 4-0.
5. Open Mike
Bill Lewis, resident of Big Lake Township, addressed the council regarding a bill from
the Elk River Fire Department in relation to a fire call to his residence. He indicated
he felt the charge was out of line and requested the council and staff to look into
the matter. The City Administrator indicated that he would review the matter and
get back to the City Council.
Jeff Bulger, 13131 Mississippi Road, informed the council of the problems he is
having regarding maintenance of the bike path in front of his house. He stated that
the City of Elk River does not have an ordinance regarding clean up after dogs. He
indicated he would like fo see an ordinance to this effect so that homeowners are
not responsible for cleaning up after dogs who are on city trails. The city
administrator indicated that Mr. Bulger has discussed this issue with the building
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and zoning administrator and staff believes an ordinance is in order to address this
nuisance.
6.1. Reconsider Requests LU 00-2 and ZC 00-2 by Hoyt Partners
Director of Planning Michele McPherson indicated that on April 10 the City Council
moved to reconsider its approval to change the land use and zoning of the Hoyt
Partners request to Highway Business and Highway Commercial from Light Industrial
and Business Park. Michele reviewed staff concerns regarding Parcel 3, which
entailed traffic generation and access control. Michele McPherson indicated that
staff is recommending staff evaluate the possibility of relocating commercial
zoning from Parcel 3 to another location on the Hoyt property.
Stewart Wilson, applicant, noted that he understood the considerations of safety
on the curve in relation to traffic. He further noted that he was pleased that the
City Council is still considering some Highway Commercial south of Business Center
Drive.
COUNCILMEMBER THOMPSON MOVED TO CONTINUE THE RECONSIDERATION OF
PARCEL 3 TO THE COUNCIL MEETING ON JUNE 19 AND TO AFFIRM THE MARCH 20
ACTION WITH RESPECT TO PARCELS 1 AND 2. COUNCILMEMBER MOTIN SECONDED
THE MOTION.
Stewart Wilson indicated that he agreed with the council motion.
THE MOTION CARRIED 4-0.
6.2. Request by John Bunkers for Easement Vacation, Public Hearinq Case No. EV 00-2
Planner Steve Wensman indicated that John Bunkers is requesting the vacation of
a street and utility easement across a property in the Barrington Place Planned Unit
Development located at 568 Dodge Avenue. Steve reviewed the staff report on
this issue.
Mayor Klinzing opened the public hearing. There being no one for or against the
mah'er, Mayor Klinzing closed the public hearing.
Steve Wensman noted that it is recommended by the city attorney that the
council authorize staff to draft and execute a new easement document that
provides the city with a 25 foot easement along the south property line and 10 foot
easements along the perimeter of the property prior to approving the vacation.
COUNCILMEMBER MOTIN MOVED TO TABLE THE EASEMENT VACATION REQUEST BY
JOHN BUNKERS TO ALLOW STAFF TO DRAFT AND EXECUTE A NEW EASEMENT
DOCUMENT. COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED
4-0.
6.3. Conditional Use Permit Request by TCF Bank, Public Hearin.q Case No. CU 00-7
Planner Steve Wensman indicated that TCF National Bank is requesting a
conditional use permit to construct a financial institution in Elk Park Center Planned
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Unit Development, located at the northeast corner of Jackson and Freeport
Avenue. Steve reviewed the staff report on this issue.
Mayor Klinzing opened the public hearing.
Mike Craft, of Shea Architects, representing TCF, presented a drawing of the
finished building. He further noted that TCF will comply with all recommendations
made by the Planning Commission.
There being no further comments, Mayor Klinzing closed the public hearing.
COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ MOVED TO APPROVE THE REQUEST FOR A CONDITIONAL USE
PERMIT BY TCF NATIONAL BANK TO CONSTRUCT A 4,340 SQUARE FOOT FINANCIAL
INSTITUTION WITH A SEVEN LANE 2,452 SQUARE FOOT CANOPY DRIVE-UP AREA WITH
THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
1. THE CITY ENGINEER COMMENTS BE INCORPORATED INTO THE PLANS.
A SIGN PERMIT BE OBTAINED FROM THE CITY PRIOR TO INSTALLING THE WALL
OR MONUMENT SIGNS.
THE DRIVEWAY AROUND THE DRIVE-THRU BE STRIPED TO ACCOMMODATE
FREE TRAFFIC AROUND STACKED VEHICLES.
4. PARKING STALLS BE STRIPED AS REQUIRED BY CITY ORDINANCE.
SNOW FENCING BE PROVIDED AROUND TREES TO BE SAVED PRIOR TO ANY
CONSTRUCTION TO PREVENT GRADING, STORAGE, OR PARKING THAT MIGHT
DAMAGE THE TREES.
THE SIDEWALK ON THE WEST SIDE OF THE PRIVATE DRIVE EXTEND TO THE DRIVE
LANE OF NORWEST BANK.
COUNCILMEMBER THOMPSON SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 4-0.
6.4.
Request by Patrick Ga.qnon for Preliminary and Final Plat, Norwood Addition, Public
Hearin.q Case No. P 00-4
Planner Steve Wensman indicated that Patrick Gagnon is requesting preliminary
and final plat approval of Norwood Addition, which is a 4 per 40 subdivision with 10
acres per lot in the A1 zoning district located across from the Pheasant Run
subdivision. Steve reviewed the staff report on both the preliminary and final plat.
He noted that the Planning Commission unanimously recommended approval of
the preliminary plat.
Mayor Klinzing opened the public hearing. There being no one for or against the
matter, Mayor Klinzing closed the public hearing.
COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ MOVED TO APPROVE THE PRELIMINARY PLAT OF NORWOOD
ADDITION REQUESTED BY PATRICK GAGNON WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
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1. TWO ACCESS PERMITS BE OBTAINED FROM SHERBURNE COUNTY FOR THE TWO
NEW DRIVEWAY ACCESSES ONTO COUNTY ROAD 33.
2. LOTS 3 AND 4 HAVE A SHARED DRIVEWAY AND A CROSS ACCESS EASEMENT BE
RECORDED WITH THE PLAT FOR THE SHARED DRIVEWAY.
3. A DEVELOPERS AGREEMENT BE PREPARED OUTLINING THE TERMS AND
CONDITIONS OF THE PLAT APPROVAL.
4. THE CITY ENGINEER'S COMMENTS ON THE MEMO DATED MARCH 17, 2000 BE
INCORPORATED INTO THE FINAL PLAT.
5. A DRAINAGE AND UTILITY EASEMENT BE PLACED OVER THE LOW LAND NORTH OF
THE TROTT BROOK AND 100 FEET SOUTH FROM THE TROTT BROOK.
SURFACE WATER MANAGEMENT FEE BE PAID IN THE AMOUNT REQUIRED BY THE
CITY AT THE TIME OF FINAL PLAT PRIOR TO RELEASING THE PLAT FOR RECORDING
WITH SHERBURNE COUNTY.
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PARK DEDICATION FEE AND TRAIL FEE IN THE AMOUNT REQUIRED BY THE CITY AT
THE TIME OF FINAL PLAT BE PAID PRIOR TO RELEASING THE PLAT FOR RECORDING
WITH SHERBURNE COUNTY.
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AN ESCROW ACCOUNT FOR $2000.00 BE PROVIDED TO COVER THE COST OF
REMOVAL OF THE BARN IF IT IS NOT REMOVED BY APRIL 17, 2002. THE ESCROW
CAN BE RELEASED ONCE A HOUSE IS BUILT.
9. DRAINAGE AND UTILITY EASEMENTS BE PROVIDED FROM THE 100 FEET SETBACK
FROM THE TROTT BROOK TO THE REAR OF THE PROPERTY.
COUNCILMEMBER MOTIN SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 4-0.
6.5.
COUNCILMEMBER MOTIN MOVED TO ADOPT RESOLUTION 00-23 GRANTING FINAL
PLAT APPROVAL FOR NORWOOD ADDITION, CASE NO. P 00-4. COUNCILMEMBER
THOMPSON SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 4-0.
Request by Tally Ho for General Piannin.q Permit, Public Hearin.q Case No. GP 00-2
Director of Planning Michele McPherson indicated that Tally Ho Restaurant is
requesting to alter an existing non-conforming freestanding sign at 17069 Highway
10. Michele reviewed the staff repoff on this issue. She noted that the Planning
Commission recommended approval of the request.
Mayor Klinzing opened the public hearing.
Charlie Houle, 1018 6th Street, Elk River, property owner of the site, indicated he was
present to answer questions.
There being no further comments, Mayor Klinzing closed the public hearing.
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COUNCILMEMBER MOTIN MOVED TO APPROVE THE REQUEST TO ALTER AN EXISTING
NON-CONFORMING SIGN TO ALLOW CHANGING THE SIGN FACE FROM FOOD TO
EMBERS AND PLACING THE EMBERS LOGO AT A LOWER LOCATION ON THE SIGN.
COUNCILMEMBER THOMPSON SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 4-0.
6.6.
Request by D.F. Peck for Preliminary Plat (Whitetail Rid.qe), Public Hearing Case No.
P 00-5
Director of Planning Michele McPherson indicated that the city has received a
request from D. F. Peck for preliminary plat approval for a clustered eighteen-lot
single family plat located at Polk Street and 203rd Avenue. Michele McPherson
indicated that the applicant is proposing to plat a 39-acre parcel utilizing the
clustering provision in the subdivision ordinance. The applicant is proposing to plat
eighteen single family lots and to leave 21 acres as open space. Michele reviewed
the staff report on this issue. She noted that the Planning Commission
recommended approval of the request. She further indicated that the Planning
Commission did not feel that the proposed grading was an issue, however staff did
have a concern regarding the grading in regard to the impact it may have on
trees and adjacent properties.
Mayor Kiinzing opened the public hearing.
Mr. Wiley requested clarification of the future access to his property and how it
would affect his driveway.
Dennis Peck, applicant, indicated that they would make every effort to preserve as
many trees as possible.
There being no further comments, Mayor Klinzing closed the public hearing.
COUNCILMEMBER THOMPSON MOVED TO APPROVE THE PRELIMINARY PLAT
APPROVAL REQUESTED BY D.F. PECK FOR WHITETAIL RIDGE WITH THE FOLLOWING
CONDITIONS:
A DEVELOPERS AGREEMENT OUTLINING THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THE PLAT
APPROVAL AND INSTALLATION OF IMPROVEMENTS BE PREPARED AND EXECUTED
PRIOR TO RELEASING THE PLAT FOR RECORDING.
2. ALL COMMENTS OF THE CITY ENGINEER SHALL BE ADDRESSED.
3. A HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION DOCUMENT BE PREPARED SUBJECT TO THE CITY
ATTORNEY'S REVIEW AND APPROVAL PRIOR TO FINAL PLAT.
4. STREET LIGHTS BE INSTALLED AS REQUIRED BY ELK RIVER UTILITIES
5. A LETTER OF CREDIT BE PROVIDED TO THE CITY IN THE AMOUNT OF 100% OF THE
COSTS OF THE 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 THE PERIOD OF ONE YEAR.
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7. PARK DEDICATION FEES IN THE AMOUNT REQUIRED BY THE CITY AT THE TIME OF
FINAL PLAT BE PAID PRIOR TO RELEASING THE PLAT FOR RECORDING.
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.
A SEAL COAT FEE IN THE AMOUNT TO BE DETERMINED BY THE CITY ENGINEER BE
PAID PRIOR TO RELEASING THE PLAT FOR RECORDING.
10. A GRADING AND EROSION CONTROL PLAN BE APPROVED BY THE CITY ENGINEER
PRIOR TO THE ISSUANCE OF BUILDING PERMITS.
11. A DEVELOPMENT PLAN BE APPROVED BY THE CITY ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE
ISSUANCE OF BUILDING PERMITS.
12. ALL GRADING BE CERTIFIED PRIOR TO THE ISSUANCE OF BUILDING PERMITS.
13. RIGHT-OF-WAY BE PROVIDED ON THE NORTH SIDE OF POLK STREET TO PROVIDE
ACCESS TO THE PROPERTY TO THE NORTH.
14. OUTLOT A AND OUTLOT B BE PLACED IN A CONSERVATION EASEMENT TO BE HELD
BY THE HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION OR A QUALIFIED LAND TRUST.
15. ALL MAILBOXES BE CLUSTERED.
16. A TREE PRESERVATION PLAN BE APPROVED PRIOR TO RELEASING THE PLAT FOR
RECORDING.
17. 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 GRADING COMMENCING.
18. THE DEVELOPER ACQUIRE ADDITIONAL PROPERTY FROM THE PROPERTY OWNER TO
THE NORTH IN ORDER TO PROVIDE THE REQUIRED 60 FOOT RIGHT-OF-WAY FOR
POLK STREET.
19. ANY OFF SITE GRADING WILL REQUIRE EASEMENTS FROM ADJACENT PROPERTY
OWNERS.
20. CONSTRUCTION OF A HOUSE ON LOT 7, BLOCK 2 SHALL BEGIN WITHIN 2 YEARS
OF RECORDING THE FINAL PLAT. IF CONSTRUCTION IS NOT STARTED WITHIN 2
YEARS THE STORAGE BUILDING ON SAID LOT SHALL BE REMOVED. AN ESCROW
ACCOUNT IN THE AMOUNT OF $2,000 SHALL BE SET UP TO COVER THE COST OF
REMOVING THE STRUCTURE PRIOR TO RELEASING THE PLAT FOR RECORDING.
21. LANDSCAPE OUTLOT A TO SCREEN THE SEPTIC AREA FROM STREET. ALL DISTURBED
AREAS SHALL BE GRADED AND SEEDED.
COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 4-0.
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6.7.
Request by REP, Ltd. of Elk River for Easement Vacation, Public Hearin.q Case No.
EV 00-1
Director of Planning Michele McPherson noted that Gary Santwire of REP Ltd. is
requesting to vacate a 10' x 60' portion of a drainage and utility easement to
allow the construction of additional parking spaces at 650 Dodge Avenue. Michele
reviewed the staff report on this issue. She noted that if approved, a third condition
should be added regarding no parking/fire lane signs and striping to ensure access
for emergency vehicles.
Mayor Klinzing opened the public hearing.
Gary Santwire, 200 5th Street, noted that he is in full agreement with the conditions 1
through 3.
Mike Sultany, 11272 190th Avenue NW, noted his concern regarding the removing
of the retaining wall and the effect it will have on his driveway at Goodyear.
Bob Rich, business owner, indicated his concern as well regarding the erosion if the
wall is removed.
There being no further comments, Mayor Klinzing closed the public hearing.
City Engineer Terry Maurer indicated that he did not feel the moving of the wall
would adversely effect the pond area.
Councilmember Thompson indicated that striping was not necessary if signage is
provided in regard to the fire lane.
COUNCILMEMBER THOMPSON MOVED TO ADOPT RESOLUTION 00-24 FOR VACATING
DRAINAGE AND UTILITY EASEMENTS FOR CASE NO. EV 00-1 WITH THE FOLLOWING
CONDITIONS:
THE APPLICANT WORK WITH THE CHIEF BUILDING OFFICIAL REGARDING THE
REQUIREMENTS TO BE MET FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE RETAINING WALL.
THE APPLICANT PROVIDE A LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF THE AREA TO BE
VACATED.
THE SOUTH SIDE OF THE DRIVEWAY BE SIGNED TO INDICATE NO PARKING/FIRE
LANE.
COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 4-0.
6.8.
Request by Nature's Hideaway to Expand Liquor License, Elk River Country Club,
Public Hearin.q
Councilmember Motin noted that he was representing the Elk River Country Club in
lease negotiations with Nature's Hideaway, however, he did not believe there is a
conflict of interest as the deal was not contingent upon council approval of the
request.
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Director of Planning Michele McPherson indicated that Nature's Hideaway is
requesting approval of a conditional use permit to allow expansion of their existing
liquor license to full service on sale liquor license. Michele reviewed the staff report
on this issue. She noted that the Planning Commission recommended approval of
the request.
Mayor Klinzing opened the public hearing. There being no one for or against the
matter, Mayor Klinzing closed the public hearing.
COUNCILMEMBER THOMPSON MOVED TO APPROVE THE REQUEST FOR AN ON SALE
LIQUOR LICENSE FOR NATURE'S HIDEAWAY AT ELK RIVER COUNTRY CLUB, WHICH IS
AN EXPANSION OF THE EXISTING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT, WITH THE FOLLOWING
CONDITION:
THE APPLICANT COMPLIES WITH THE CITY'S LIQUOR LICENSING
REQUIREMENTS.
COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 4-0.
6.9.
Request by Wapiti Park Camp,qround for Conditional Use Permit, Public Hearin.q,
Case No. CU 00-6
Director of Planning Michele McPherson indicated that Wapiti Park Campground is
requesting an interim use permit to allow reconstruction of a 30' x 55' structure to
be used for laundry, office, and assembly at Wapiti Park Campground located at
18746 Troy Street. She explained that the use of the property for a campground is a
legal non-conforming use. She further noted that the Planning Commission
recommended approval of the interim use based on the condition that approval is
valid for ten years or until the property is redeveloped. The council suggested
adding to that condition, "or until the property is sold."
Mayor Klinzing opened the public hearing. There being no one for or against the
matter, Mayor Klinzing closed the public hearing.
The owners of the campground were present and had no objections with the
conditions.
COUNCILMEMBER THOMPSON MOVED TO GRANT THE INTERIM USE PERMIT TO WAPITI
PARK CAMPGROUND TO ALLOW RECONSTRUCTION OF A 30' X 55' STRUCTURE WITH
THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
THE APPROVAL IS VALID FOR TEN YEARS, UNTIL THE PROPERTY IS
REDEVELOPED, OR UNTIL OWNERSHIP OF THE PROPERTY IS TRANSFERRED,
WHICHEVER COMES FIRST.
THE BUILDING WILL COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE CHIEF BUILDING
OFFICIAL.
COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 4-0.
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6.10. Request by City of Elk River for Land Use Map Amendment for Tyler Street
Properties, Public Hearing, Case No. LU 00-3
6.11. Request by City of Elk River for Rezoning of Tyler Street Properties, Public Hearin.q
Case No. ZC 00-1
Director of Planning Michele McPherson noted that the City of Elk River is
requesting approval of rezoning and land use designations for remnant parcels
along Tyler Street. Michele reviewed the staff report on this issue. Michele noted
that the Planning Commission recommended approval of the rezoning and land
use changes based on the following findings:
The rezoning and land use changes acknowledges a new physical
boundary between zoning districts ~Tyler Street).
The rezoning and land use changes are consistent with the Comprehensive
Plan.
The changes in zoning and land use designation promote compatible
zoning and land use of the remnant parcels created by the city's right-of-
way acquisition with adjacent parcels.
COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ MOVED TO ADOPT ORDINANCE 00-08 AMENDING THE CITY
OF ELK RIVER'S ZONING MAP TO REZONE CERTAIN PROPERTIES AS DESCRIBED, CASE
NO. ZC 00-1. COUNCILMEMBER THOMPSON SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION
CARRIED 4-0.
COUNCILMEMBER THOMPSON MOVED TO ADOPT RESOLUTION 00-25 AMENDING THE
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN TO CHANGE THE LAND USES FOR CERTAIN PROPERTIES AS
DESCRIBED, CASE NO. LU 00-3. COUNClLMEMBER DIETZ SECONDED THE MOTION. THE
MOTION CARRIED 4-0.
6.12.
Request by City of Elk River to Adopt New Ri.qht-of-Way Ordinance Section 1200 of
the City Code
Director of Planning Michele McPherson noted that the city is requesting to repeal
Section 1200, Excavation and Streets, of the City Code and to adopt a new
Section 1200 that would establish city standards for working in the right-of-way.
COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ MOVED TO ADOPT ORDINANCE 00-09 AMENDING SECTION
1200 0F THE CITY CODE OF ORDINANCES RELATING TO STREETS AND SIDEWALKS AND
STREET EXCAVATIONS. COUNCILMEMBER THOMPSON SECONDED THE MOTION. THE
MOTION CARRIED 4-0.
COUNCILMEMBER MOTIN MOVED TO ADOPT RESOLUTION 00-26 APPROVING NOTICE
OF PUBLICATION OF OFFICIAL SUMMARY OF ORDINANCE 00-09, AN ORDINANCE TO
ADMINISTER AND REGULATE THE PUBLIC RIGHTS-OF-WAY IN THE PUBLIC INTEREST AND
TO PROVIDE ISSUANCE AND REGULATION OF STREET DISRUPTION PERMITS.
COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 4-0.
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7. Staff Updates
The city administrator informed the council that it is anticipated that the King and
Main Street site will be sold on April 24.
The city administrator advised the council that the police department will be
purchasing a child security identification system with funds that have been
donated by the community.
The city administrator advised the council that the police department will be
replacing linoleum floors with tile at an approximate cost of $2600.
The city afrorney updated the City Council on the Deschenes property eminent
domain process.
8. Other Business
The city engineer updated the City Council on the Highway 101 bridge
replacement project.
Mayor Klinzing noted that the city was presented an award at the Boys & Girls Club
open house. The Ambassador Champion Award was received for using green
products in the Boys & Girls Club. Mayor Klinzing thanked Councilmember
Thompson for his leadership in the project.
9. Adiournment
Ther~ being no further business, Mayor Klinzing adjourned the meeting at 9:05 p.m.
~Jandra Peine
City Clerk