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07-24-2000 CC MINMEETING OF THE ELK RIVER CITY COUNCIL HELD AT THE ELK RIVER CITY HALL MONDAY JULY 24, 2000 Members Present: Members Absent: Staff Present: Mayor Klinzing, Councilmembers Dietz, Farber, Motin, and Thompson None Pat Klaers, City Administrator; Lori Johnson, Finance Director; Michele McPherson, Planning Director; Peter Beck, City Attorney; Terry Maurer, City Engineer; Tina Allard, Recording Secretary; Tom Zerwas, Chief of Police 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 6:00 p.m. by Mayor Klinzing. Consider 7/24/2000 A.qenda Item 3.5., Consider Bids for 2000 Seal Coat Program, was removed from the Consent agenda and added to Administration. COUNCILMEMBER FARBER MOVED TO APPROVE THE AGENDA AS AMENDED. COUNCILMEMBER MOTIN SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0. Consider Consent A.qenda COUNClLMEMBER FARBER MOVED TO APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA AS FOLLOWS: 3.1. 3.2. 3.3. 3.4. 7/17/2000 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - APPROVED CHECK REGISTER - APPROVED REQUEST BY CHARLES HOMIER FOR A TRANSIENT MERCHANT LICENSE TO CONDUCT A SALE OF TOOLS AND HOME FURNISHINGS AT THE AMERICAN LEGION ON 9/2/00 - APPROVED PAY ESTIMATES a. #4 - EASTERN AREA TYLER STREET IMPROVEMENTS - LATOUR CONSTRUCTION, INC. IN THE AMOUNT OF $328,128.259 - APPROVED b. #14- EASTERN AREA WATER AND SEWER IMPROVEMENTS - S.R. WEIDEMA IN THE AMOUNT OF $325,854.05 - APPROVED COUNCILMEMBER THOMPSON SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0. Financial Consultant Presentation By Sprin.qsted, Inc Representatives from Springsted Inc. made a presentation to the council regarding their municipal financial consulting service and experience. City Council Minutes July 24, 2000 5.1. Discussion on Appearance alon.q Hi.qhland Road at fhe Cotlage Industries Townhome Development Page 2 The council viewed a videotape that showed the appearance along Highland Road in the Cottage Industries townhome development. Councilmember Farber expressed his concerns regarding the maintenance in the western part of this development. Joyce Wold, Landscape Chairman for the Cottage Industries Townhome Association, stated that her map shows this area as a natural area. Councilmember Farber questioned whether the city has any legal recourse to go after the developer to improve the landscaping along Highland Road. Mr. Klaers stated that the city has no legal recourse as the residential project has been considered complete. Councilmember Farber suggested the townhome association could mow the grass without adding any cost or undue hardship. Ed Wartman, 19121 King Court, stated that he lives adjacent to the property and does not consider it to be an eyesore. Merlin Blair, Wilson Street, suggested that the townhome association just mow the outer strip facing the boulevard. Councilmember Farber stated that the decision of how this area should be landscaped should be left up to the townhome association. 5.2. Discussion Re.qardin.q Traffic on Auburn Street in Hillside Development City Engineer Terry Maurer informed council that the city, along with the police department conducted surveys, informational meetings, speed studies, and an origin/destination study relating to Auburn Street. Mr. Maurer stated that based on these studies, staff is not in favor of constructing a cul-de-sac on Auburn Street. Mr. Maurer informed the council that if Auburn Street were blocked off it would create longer response times for emergency vehicles to respond to a situation. Mr. Maurer stated that there are other alternatives to improve safety in the area, including traffic calming, round-abouts, or gateways. Police Chief Tom Zerwas noted that the average speed on Auburn Street is 23.53 mph and this is the second lowest average speed recorded during speed checks on Elk River city roads. Mayor Klinzing opened the floor to the public for comment. Merlin Blair, Wilson Street, commented that he is not in favor of a cul-de-sac on Auburn Street but would like to see some sort of solution to slow traffic. Dave Crocker, Auburn Street, stated that the speed limit should be lowered and suggested that breakaway barriers be used for emergency personnel to get through. Chris Haugen, 19366 Auburn Street, noted that residents do not want speed bumps, as it would create plowing problems and drivers would go around the City Council Minutes Page 3 July 24, 2000 bumps onto lawns. Mr. Haugen suggested a parking lot in the middle of the street for the nearby park. Todd Kimley, 196r. Lane, stated that he submitted a petition of residents opposing a cul-de-sac on Auburn Street. Mr. Kimley felt that if emergency personnel were opposed to the cul-de-sac then it should not be installed. Tricia Juneau, 196r" Lane, commented that she would like the cul-de-sac and believes it would create parking areas for the park. Ms. Juneau stated her concerns about people parking in the street if a cul-de-sac is installed. Kristi Fischer, Zane and 196r", believes a cul-de-sac should not be installed because it would change police, fire, school, and mail routes. Paul Cravin, Wilson Street and 196th, stated that traffic should be slowed down. Mr. Cravin suggested that a dead-end be put in at Wilson Street. Greg Davis, Zane Court, informed the council that he is opposed to a cul-de-sac and does not believe this access should be blocked. Mr. Davis stated his concern of emergency personnel not being able to get through in a timely manner. Mr. Davis commented that a change in Auburn Street would affect property values and that he has paid taxes to have the road put in. Mr. Davis felt that everyone's needs should be looked at and not just the neighborhood. Mr. Davis stated that alternative solutions should be considered in order to make Auburn Street safe. Mike Baker, 11083 196r" Circle, opposes putting in a cul-de-sac. Mr. Baker agreed with staff recommendations and felt that the city should look at alternative solutions such as stop signs. Gary Weaver, 19438 Auburn Street, stated that Auburn Street needs more accesses. Mr. Weaver suggested traffic be slowed down and blind spots on the street be remedied. Melanie Wynn, 11099 196r. Street, asked that some kind of solution be looked at for making Auburn Street safe. Ms. Wynn stated that the solution wouldn't necessarily have to be a cul-de-sac. Tina Simmons, 19501 Auburn Street, stated that she wants a cul-de-sac installed and the park also installed. Council recessed for a 5-minute break. Merlin Blair, Wilson Street, suggested the city look at other alternatives, such as more stop signs, lower speed limits, or more exits, before considering a cul-de-sac. David Hovich stated he would like to see a cul-de-sac installed on Auburn Street. Mayor Klinzing closed the public comment. Councilmember Thompson stated that break-aways would not do any good as teens would go right through them, and he suggested putting a dead-end on City Council Minutes Page 4 July 24, 2000 Wilson Street. Councilmember Thompson also suggested that the city look at installing a sidewalk if the residents on Auburn Street were inferested. Councilmembers Farber and Motin agreed thaf insfalling a cul-de-sac is not the right solution at this time and suggested that city staff look at other alternatives. Councilmember Dietz stated that he couldn't suppod a cul-de-sac based on staff recommendations. The council directed staff to come back with recommendations for making Auburn Street a safe road and to mail notices informing residents in the area when this issue would be on the council agenda for discussion again. The council also directed staff to look at the alignment of Auburn Street to make sure it is correct according to the plat. Councilmember Thompson stepped down from the council dais for Items 5.3. - 5.6. 5.3, Request by Riverside Development for Easement Vacation, Public Hearin.q - Case No. EV 006 Director of Planning Michele McPherson stated that Riverside Companies is requesting the vacation of drainage and utility easements on Lot 5, Block 3, Hillside Estates 4r~ Addition to allow recording of the plat, The Woods at Hillside (Hillside Estates 9rn Addition. Ms. McPherson informed council that the configuration of the vacant lot changed slightly due to the road design of 195th Street and in order to record the plat for the 9th Addition, the easements for the 4"~ Addition must be vacated. Mayor Klinzing opened the public hearing. David Badger, 19495 Auburn Street, stated that he owns the lot adjacent to the subject property and he questioned how this would affect his lot. Ms. McPherson stated that this would not affect Mr. Badger's property. Mayor Klinzing closed the public hearing. COUNCILMEMBER MOTIN MOVED TO ADOPT RESOLUTION 00-57 VACATING THE DRAINAGE AND UTILITY EASEMENTS ON LOT 5, BLOCK 3, HILLSIDE ESTATES 4TM ADDITION. COUNClLMEMBER FARBER SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 4-0. 5.4. 5.5. 5.6. Request by Phoenix Enterprises for Rezoning from R3 to PUD, Public Hearin.q - Case No. ZC 00-5 Request by Phoenix Enterprises for Preliminary & Final Plat Approval (Twin Lake Townhomes), Public Hearin.q - Case No. P 00-7 Request by Phoenix Enterprises for Conditional Use Permit (Twin Lake Townhomes), Public Hearing - Case No. CU 00-19 Staff report submi~red by Steve Wensman. Director of Planning Michele McPherson reviewed issues that were detailed in Mr. Wensman's report regarding phasing of the project, elevations, density, roads, trails, parking, wetlands, access to adjacent properties, drainage and utilities, grading, tree preservation, City Council Minutes Page 5 July 24, 2000 landscaping, signage, play area, and park dedication. Ms. McPherson noted that the zone change from R3 to PUD is needed because the R3 zoning classification does not address the issues of common areas and private streets. Mayor Klinzing opened the public hearing. Jim Filipovich, 801 Line Avenue, expressed concerns about growth and how more development will impact the Elk River School District. Mr. Filipovich stated concerns regarding trees, screening, assessments, and the trail being too close (3- 4 feet) to his driveway. Ms. McPherson stated that staff would work with Mr. Filipovich on the screening and trail issues. Mayor Klinzing stated that there would not be any assessments to Mr. Filipovich regarding the trail or this development. Brian Doric, 544 Auburn Place, stated concerns about this development lowering property values in the area. City Attorney Peter Beck stated that Mr. Doric could check with the county in regards to how this may affect his property values. Mayor Klinzing closed the public hearing. Councilmember Dietz questioned how this development is affected if the city decides to cul-de-sac County Road 13. Councilmember Matin also commented that County Road 13 could be put into a cul-de-sac when 193rd goes through to Tyler Street. Councilmember Dietz noted concerns regarding the street widths and getting the message to future residents that these would not be city streets and the city would not be responsible for maintenance and plowing. Councilmember Farber noted his concern about the limited number of accesses in and out of the development. Mayor Klinzing stated concerns over the impact of continued growth in the Elk River School District. Director of Planning Michele McPherson noted that the preliminary plat calls for two cul-de-sacs and that this may change in the final plat. The final plat issue tonight is only for the western pad of the site. She further requested that another condition be added to the preliminary plat and the conditional use permit stating that Phase II of the development be contingent upon the developer obtaining the appropriate wetland approvals. COUNClLMEMBER FARBER MOVE TO ADOPT ORDINANCE NO. 00-14 REZONING CERTAIN PROPERTY TO PUD (PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT) FROM R3 (TOWNHOUSE/MULTIFAMILY RESIDENTIAL) BASED ON THE FOLLOWING FINDINGS OF FACT: 1. THAT THE REZONING IS CONSISTENT WITH THE CITY'S COMPREHENSIVE PLAN. 2. THAT THE REZONING WILL NOT CREATE ADVERSE IMPACTS TO ADJACENT USES. City Council Minutes Page July 24, 2000 3. THAT THE REZONING TO PUD WILL ALLOW FLEXIBILITY OF DESIGN AND HOUSING TYPES TO BETTER MEET THE NEEDS OF RESIDENTS. COUNClLMEMBER DIETZ SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 4-0. COUNClLMEMBER FARBER MOVED TO APPROVE THE PRELIMINARY PLAT CONTINGENT UPON THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: THAT THE COMMENTS OF THE COUNTY HIGHWAY ENGINEER BE INCORPORATED INTO THE DEVELOPMENT PLANS AND THAT AN ACCESS PERMIT BE OBTAINED FROM SHERBURNE COUNTY FOR THE PROPOSED ACCESS ONTO COUNTY ROAD 13 PRIOR TO CONSTRUCTION. 2. A DEVELOPERS AGREEMENT BE PREPARED AND EXECUTED OUTLINING THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THE PLAT APPROVAL. 3. THAT THE PLAT AND DEVELOPMENT CONFORM TO THE CITY OF ELK RIVER ORDINANCES. THAT THE DEVELOPER PROVIDES HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION DOCUMENTS FOR THE CITY ATTORNEYS REVIEW AND APPROVAL PRIOR TO THE RECORDING OF THE FINAL PLAT. 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. 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. THAT AN EASEMENT BE PROVIDED FOR A CITY TRAIL AS RECOMMENDED BY THE PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION OVER THE EAST AND WEST TRAILS TO ALLOW PUBLIC ACCESS. 8. THAT THE CITY ENGINEER'S COMMENTS BE INCORPORATED INTO THE PRELIMINARY PLAT AND SITE PLANS. 9. THAT ALL LANDSCAPED AREAS BE IRRIGATED. 10. THAT PHASE TWO BE CONTINGENT ON THE RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE TECH PANEL AND ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEER REVIEWS. 11. THAT THE DEVELOPER OBTAINS WRITTEN APPROVAL FROM THE UTILITIES TO GRADE IN THE GAS AND POWER LINE EASEMENTS. 12. THAT THE PARKING AND PAVEMENT BE REMOVED FROM THE 6TM STREET BOULEVARD WHERE DISRUPTED BY UTILITY WORK AND RESTORED WITH TURF. 13. THAT ANY PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT SIGNS BE SHOWN ON THE DEVELOPMENT PLANS AND THAT A SIGN PERMIT BE OBTAINED FROM THE CITY PRIOR TO INSTALLATION OF ANY SIGNS. City Council Minutes Page 7 July 24, 2000 14. THAT THE PRIVATE ROADS BE RESTRICTED TO PARKING ON ONE SIDE OF THE STREET WITH SIGNS INDICATING NO PARKING. 15. THAT ANY TREES ON OR OFF SITE, NEAR THE LIMIT OF GRADING, THAT ARE TO BE PROTECTED, BE FENCED WITH A SNOW FENCE PRIOR TO TREE REMOVAL OR CONSTRUCTION OF THE PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS AT THE DRIPLINE TO PREVENT DAMAGE TO TREES BY INADVERTENT GRADING, EROSION, SOIL COMPACTION AND STORAGE OF DEBRIS OR EQUIPMENT IN THE TREES. 16. THAT THE RIGHT-OF-WAY BE GRANTED FOR THE LINE AVENUE CUL-DE-SAC. 17. THAT PHASE II OF THE DEVELOPMENT BE CONTINGENT UPON THE DEVELOPER OBTAINING THE APPROPRIATE WETLAND APPROVALS. AND TO ADOPT RESOLUTION 00-58 TO GRANT FINAL PLAT APPROVAL FOR TWIN LAKES TOWNHOMES. COUNClLMEMBER DIETZ SECONDED THE MOTION. COUNClLMEMBER MOTIN MOVED TO AMEND THE MOTION BY ADDING ANOTHER CONDITION STATING THAT IF ANY SIGNIFICANT CHANGES WERE MADE TO THE FINAL PLAT, SUCH AS THE REMOVAL OF THE CUL-DE-SACS, THEN THE PLAT MUST BE BROUGHT BACK TO COUNCIL. COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ SECONDED THE MOTION. THE AMENDMENT CARRIED 4-0. THE MOTION AS AMENDED CARRIED 4-0. COUNCILMEMBER FARBER MOVED TO APPROVE THE CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR TWIN LAKES TOWNHOMES WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: THAT THE COMMENTS OF THE COUNTY HIGHWAY ENGINEER BE INCORPORATED IN TO THE DEVELOPMENT PLANS AND THAT AN ACCESS PERMIT BE OBTAINED FROM SHERBURNE COUNTY FOR THE PROPOSED ACCESS ONTO COUNTY ROAD 13 PRIOR TO CONSTRUCTION. 2. A DEVELOPERS AGREEMENT BE PREPARED AND EXECUTED OUTLINING THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THE PLAT APPROVAL. 3. THAT THE PLAT AND DEVELOPMENT CONFORM TO THE CITY OF ELK RIVER ORDINANCES. THAT THE DEVELOPER PROVIDES HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION DOCUMENTS FOR THE CITY A1TORNEYS REVIEW AND APPROVAL PRIOR TO THE RECORDING OF THE FINAL PLAT. 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. 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. THAT AN EASEMENT BE PROVIDED FOR A CITY TRAIL AS RECOMMENDED BY THE PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION OVER THE EAST AND WEST TRAILS TO ALLOW PUBLIC ACCESS. City Council Minutes July 24, 2000 Page 8 8. THAT THE CITY ENGINEER'S COMMENTS BE INCORPORATED INTO THE PRELIMINARY PLAT AND SITE PLANS. 9. THAT ALL LANDSCAPED AREAS BE IRRIGATED. 10. THAT PHASE TWO BE CONTINGENT ON THE RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE TECH PANEL AND ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEER REVIEWS. 11. THAT THE DEVELOPER OBTAINS WRITTEN APPROVAL FROM THE UTILITIES TO GRADE IN THE GAS AND POWER LINE EASEMENTS. 12. THAT THE PARKING AND PAVEMENT BE REMOVED FROM THE 6TM STREET BOULEVARD WHERE DISRUPTED BY UTILITY WORK AND RESTORED WITH TURF. 13. THAT ANY PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT SIGNS BE SHOWN ON THE DEVELOPMENT PLANS AND THAT A SIGN PERMIT BE OBTAINED FROM THE CITY PRIOR TO INSTALLATION OF ANY SIGNS. 14. THAT THE PRIVATE ROADS BE RESTRICTED TO PARKING ON ONE SIDE OF THE STREET WITH SIGNS INDICATING NO PARKING. 15. THAT ANY TREES ON OR OFF SITE, NEAR THE LIMIT OF GRADING, THAT ARE TO BE PROTECTED, BE FENCED WITH A SNOW FENCE PRIOR TO TREE REMOVAL OR CONSTRUCTION OF THE PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS AT THE DRIPLINE TO PREVENT DAMAGE TO TREES BY INADVERTENT GRADING, EROSION, SOIL COMPACTION AND STORAGE OF DEBRIS OR EQUIPMENT IN THE TREES. 16. THAT THE RIGHT-OF-WAY BE GRANTED FOR THE LINE AVENUE CUL-DE-SAC. 17. THAT PHASE II OF THE DEVELOPMENT BE CONTINGENT UPON THE DEVELOPER OBTAINING THE APPROPRIATE WETLAND APPROVALS. 18. THAT ANY SIGNIFICANT CHANGES MADE TO THE FINAL PLAT, SUCH AS THE REMOVAL OF THE CUL-DE-SACS, THEN THE PLAT MUST BE BROUGHT BACK TO COUNCIL COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 4-0. 5,7. Request by Golden Nu.qget Development, Inc. for Land Use Plan Amendment to Urban Service District Map, Public Hearin.q - Case No. LU 00-5 Director of Planning Michele McPherson stated that Golden Nugget Development Inc. requests that the Urban Service District Map be amended to allow services to be provided to 80 acres in the southwest corner of the intersection of 181st Avenue and Fillmore Street. Ms. McPherson noted that the developer, Golden Nugget, is willing to absorb the financial costs of improvements as well as the assessments. Mayor Klinzing opened the public hearing. There being no one for or against the matter, Mayor Klinzing closed the public hearing. City Council Minutes Page July 24, 2000 Councilmember Motin questioned why the city has 2007 as the date set for extending utilities and charging assessments when sewer and water can be extended to this area now, Ms. McPherson stated that currently this property is not scheduled to receive utilities and assessments until 2007 so as to be sensitive to property owners in this area and defer the impact of the assessments, Mayor Klinzing commented that she would like to slow urban residential growth in Elk River at least until the school district passes a bond referendum, Mayor Klinzing suggested the city examine this part of the comprehensive plan. Leroy Brown, property owner, informed the council that he owns 72 acres next to the subject property and Mr. Brown questioned whether this would affect the timing of when he will be assessed. Mayor Klinzing stated that Mr. Brown's property would not be assessed until 2007. COUNClLMEMBER MOTIN MOVED TO ADOPT RESOLUTION 00-59 AMENDING THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN TO INCLUDE A PROPERTY IN THE URBAN SERVICE DISTRICT. COUNClLMEMBER THOMPSON SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 4-1. Mayor Klinzing opposed. 6. Open Mike No one appeared for open mike. 7.1. Utilities Commission Update Councilmember Dietz commented that everyone should have a copy of the Utilities Commission minutes and that he would try to answer any questions. Councilmember Motin questioned the location and size of the water tower. Councilmember Dietz stated that the water tower would be similar in size to the Gary Street water tower. 7.2. Discussion: Vehicles for Sale in City Lots Chief Zerwas stated that he would like more input from council on how to proceed with stopping people from parking their "for sale" vehicles on city property. Chief Zerwas stated that one potential problem is when someone is legitimately parked in a city lot with "for sale" signs in their windows, such as an employee or customer of a downtown business. Council directed Chief Zerwas to install signs at city lots stating that vehicles can't be parked for selling purposes only and that the vehicle will be towed at the owner's expense. Council directed Chief Zerwas to research the subject and the possibility of adding it to the city ordinance, 7.3. Discussion: Bear Complaints in City of Elk River Police Chief Tom Zerwas responded to Council questions regarding bear complaints in Elk River. Chief Zerwas stated that unless bears are causing significant problems or are threatening to people they should be left alone. Chief Zerwas suggested that, if people secure their garbage and keep dog and bird food put away, bears will not be a nuisance. City Council Minutes July 24, 2000 7.4. Discussion on 175rn Avenue Proposed Improvement Project Page 10 City Engineer Terry Maurer stated that he needed further direction from Council as to what the 175rn Avenue improvement project should include and how the project should be assessed. Mr. Maurer requested council to determine whether to include sanitary sewer and water in the project at this time or delay until a later date at an extra cost of $25,000-$35,000. Mr. Maurer requested council to decide how to proceed with land acquisitions, as 175th Avenue is an old township road with no documented right-of-way. Council directed Mr. Maurer to not include sewer and water in the 175th Avenue Improvement project at this time. Council also directed Mr. Maurer to proceed with attempting to get the right-of- way from the property owners at no cost in exchange for no street assessment. 3.5. Consider Bids for 2000 Seal Coat Program City Engineer Terry Maurer stated that the city received 3 bids for the 2000 seal coating program. Mr. Maurer stated that Allied Blacktop was the Iow bidder at $47, 348.20. COUNClLMEMBER FARBER MOVED TO ACCEPT THE BID OF $47,348.20 BY ALLIED BLACKTOP. COUNClLMEMBER MOTIN SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0. 8. Other Business City Administrator Pat Klaers stated that Building and Zoning Secretary Theresa Ferguson has resigned and requested authorization to seek candidates to fill the vacancy. COUNClLMEMBER THOMPSON MOVED TO ACCEPT THE RESIGNATION OF BUILDING AND ZONING SECRETARY THERESA FERGUSON AND TO SEEK CANDIDATES TO FILL THE VACANCY. COUNClLMEMBER DIEI'Z SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0. City Administrator Pat Klaers questioned whether the council is ready to make a decision on the financial consultants for the city. Mayor Klinzing stated that council would like to hear staff recommendations. City Administrator Pat Klaers questioned whether he could send a letter to the Minnesota Sports Federation, which stated in part that the council would like to donate the "water tower" site to the YMCA who is interested in locating in the city. The council unanimously agreed that staff should send the proposed letter. Pat noted the potential for cost sharing in a YMCA feasibility study. City Administrator Pat Klaers stated that the Northstar Corridor will be holding a commuter rail demonstration and that tickets are available if the council were interested. Pat commented on staff's concerns about the 171st demo site being in a construction zone. Mayor Klinzing stated the issues of parking, police, and risers will be addressed. Mayor Klinzing noted that the city should obtain indemnification insurance from the Northstar Corridor. City Council Minutes July 24, 2000 Page 11 COUNCILMEMBER MOTIN MOVED TO APPROVE THE 171sT SITE FOR THE DEMO CONTINGENT UPON RECEIVING INDEMNIFICATION FROM THE NCDA. COUNCILMEMBER FARBER SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0. Mr. Klaers noted that the MnDOT Highway 10 study public information open house is scheduled for Monday, August 20, at Big Lake City Hall from 4:30 - 7:30 p.m. Mr. Klaers advised the council about a $3,500-$4,000 new septic system that was needed at the Nord house. Mr. Klaers noted that the Economic Development/Chamber Open House is on Thursday, July 20, from 4 - 6 p.m. Mr. Klaers stated that the Special City Council Budget Meeting scheduled for Monday, August 7, 2000 needs to have an item added approving the hiring of election judges. COUNClLMEMBER FARBER MOVED TO APPROVE ADDING THE HIRING OF ELECTION JUDGES TO THE MONDAY, AUGUST 7, 2000 SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL BUDGET MEETING. COUNCILMEMBER THOMPSON SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5.0. Staff Updates Director of Planning Michele McPherson stated that the Devine barn would be moving down County Road 12 between 1:00 - 1:30 p.m., on July 25, 2000, if anyone was interested in watching. 10. Executive Session of the City Council COUNClLMEMBER FARBER MOVED TO CALL AN EXECUTIVE SESSION OF THE CITY COUNCIL TO DISCUSS THE CARGILL ASSESSMENT APPEAL. COUNClLMEMBER DIETZ SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0. 11. Adjournment There being no further business, Mayor Klinzing adjourned the meeting of the Elk ~~River Ci~ Counc~t 11:00 p.m. Tina Allard Recording Secreta~