04-18-2016 CCMMeeting of the Elk River City Council
Held at the Elk River City Hall
Monday, April 18, 2016
Members Present: Mayor Dietz, Councilmembers Olsen, Burandt, Westgaard, and
Wagner
Members Absent: None
Staff Present: City Administrator Calvin Pormer, Finance Director Tim Simon, Fire
Chief T. John Cunningham, Park Planner Chris Leeseberg, Planning
Manager Zack Carlton, Parks and Recreation Director Michael
Hecker, Economic Development Director Amanda Othoudt,
Recreation Manager Steve Benoit, Street Superintendent Mark
Thompson, City Attorney Peter Beck, Environmental Technician
Kristin Mroz, Park Maintenance Superintendent Tim Sevick, Building
Official Bob Ruprecht, and City Clerk Tina Allard
I. Call Meeting to Order
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the meeting of the Elk River City Council
was called to order at 6:00 p.m. by Mayor Dietz.
2. Pledge of Allegiance
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
3. Consider 4/18/16 Agenda
Moved by Councilmember Westgaard and seconded by Councilmember
Olsen to approve the April 18, 2016, agenda. Motion carried 5-0.
4. Consider Consent Agenda
Moved by Councilmember Wagner and seconded by Councilmember Burandt
to approve the following consent agenda:
4.1 April 11, 2016, Board of Appeal Minutes.
4.2 Check register, check numbers 96511-96688 as outlined in the staff
report.
4.4 Pay estimates as outlined in the staff report.
4.4 Special event permit to Salk Middle School for a 5K walk/run
scheduled for Saturday, May 7, 2016, subject to the following
conditions:
1. The event planner is required to notify property owners abutting
the route. The city will provide a template of the notice that must
be distributed. The city will also provide a list of the property
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owners who must be notified. Event planner must submit an
affidavit that the notice was distributed.
2. Walkers/runners are to utilize sidewalks, trail systems, or road
shoulders throughout the entire route. No road closures will be
permitted. It is each runner's responsibility to ensure the streets
and intersections are safe prior to crossing.
3. Applicant shall be responsible for garbage clean-up immediately
following the event.
4. No paint allowed anywhere on trails. Chalk or cones may be used.
5. Applicant must contact Police Captain Darren McKernan
(763.635.7202) at least three weeks prior to event to arrange for
police services.
4.5 Peddler license to Faysal Hasan, Blaine/Anoka Ice Cream truck valid
through December 31, 2016.
4.6 Set Special meetings of the Canvassing Board for Primary Election,
Friday, August 12, 2016, at 8:00 a.m. and General Election: Monday,
November 14, 2016, at 8:00 a.m.
4.7 Transient merchant license for Allen Pantelis to sell kites, ground
spinners, wood carvings, etc., from the parking lot of Wash -n -Fill,
18296 Zane Street NW, weekends May through September, subject to
the following conditions:
1. One 24 -square foot sign shall be allowed. A temporary sign permit
must be obtained prior to display of the sign. Contact the Planning
Department at 763.635.1000.
2. The merchandise displayed shall not occupy more than 100 square
feet [Section 38-414 (6)].
3. Applicant must remain on the asphalt surface and no product shall
be displayed in the grassy areas.
4. No electrical services shall be across any drive or waking surface.
5. If traffic becomes a problem around the temporary site, the sales
area shall be delineated with a barrier to restrict traffic.
6. The area shall be maintained free of debris and kept in an orderly
condition.
7. Trailer shall be no larger than 8x12.
8. No signage may be posted on the trailer.
9. Trailer to be parked overnight as shown on the site plan. Overnight
parking is limited to Friday through Sunday of the sales weekends.
4.8 Reaffirm Resolution 13-34 electing not to waive the statutory tort limits
for liability insurance.
4.9 Financial Policies Update as outlined in the staff report.
4.10 Planned Unit Development and Development Agreements for
Heritage Maples Senior Living.
Motion carried 5-0.
S. Open Forum
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No one appeared for Open Forum.
6.1 City of Elk River Volunteer of the Month - Mayor Dietz
Mayor Dietz introduced, read, and presented a plaque to April Volunteer of the
Month Marilyn Bina. He noted the following volunteering accomplishments:
■ Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors
• Holy Trinity Church Council
■ Marketing for Holy Trinity Church
■ Time for CAER
• Open doors for youth
• Guardian Angels Board of Director
■ Guardian Angels Gala Committee member
6.2 Ambassador Program Coronations
Mr. Portner presented the staff report.
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Elizabeth Lies, Ambassador, discussed the program's mission and purpose and noted
this is the first coronation.
The winning candidates spoke about their experiences, their likes, and school.
Mayor Dietz crowned the 2016 royalty and Council presented certificates and sashes.
6.3 Oath of Office - Firefighters
Fire Chief Cunningham presented the staff report. He discussed the first graduating
class of recruits and the time commitment required for the academy.
Mayor Dietz performed the Oath of Office to the following on-call firefighters:
■ Trent Collins
■ Michael Kaden
■ Michael Kelleher
• Philip Luitjens
• Justin Ryti
• Anthony Seibert
• Kenneth Tietz
Family members pinned firefighters with their badges.
Recognition of Finance Director Tim Simon
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Chief Cunningham recognized Mr. Simon for his work with the Fire Relief
Association. He thanked Tim for his assistance throughout the years and presented a
plaque on behalf of the association.
Mayor Dietz stated people don't realize the work Tim put into his job as finance
director. He did a tremendous job at giving Council advice. He stated Tim is a very
nice person and great with citizen. He stated he would like to convince him to stay
but Tim is expanding his career and will be leaving big shoes to fill.
Councilmember Westgaard agreed and stated it was a pleasure to work with Tim and
he will be missed.
Councilmember Burandt stated Tim can explain money issues in an easy to
understand manner for everyone and she wished him well.
Councilmember Wagner stated she doesn't know how she could've gotten through
her fust year as Councilmember without Tim. She commented on his integrity and
wished him the best.
Councilmember Olsen stated Tim was a great help in helping him to learn about city
finances and was very helpful with resident's questions.
Mr. Simon stated he is surprised and felt Elk River is a great place to work. He stated
the Finance Department is in great shape, it has been fun working here, and he
further thanked all the staff.
6.4 Introduction of New Employee: Planner BrieAnna Simon
Mr. Carlton introduced Brie -Anna to the Council. He discussed her background and
what her current work would entail.
Ms. Simon thanked Council for the opportunity to work at the city.
Council welcomed Ms. Simon.
7.1. Kristin Pearo, 14239 190" Avenue, Conditional Use Permit for Private
Kennel
Mr. Leeseberg presented the staff report.
Mayor Dietz opened the public hearing. There being no one to speak to this issue,
Mayor Dietz closed the public hearing.
Moved by Councilmember Westgaard and seconded by Councilmember
Burandt to approve Conditional Use Permit, Case No. CU 16-08 for a private
kennel with the following conditions:
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1. The Conditional Use Permit shall not be recorded until all applicable
conditions have been completed.
2. The authorized use shall not begin until the Conditional Use Permit is
recorded.
3. If the authorized use ceases for more than six months, the Conditional
Use Permit shall expire.
4. The Conditional Use Permit is not a building permit and the applicant
must apply for and receive approval of required building and sign permits
before construction may begin.
5. The building shall meet all building and fire codes.
6. The private kennel shall be limited to five (5) animals over the age of 6
months. Additional animals will require an amendment to the
Conditional Use Permit.
7. Animal waste, on or off site, shall be disposed of per City Ordinance
Section 10-9.
8. The applicant shall receive a private kennel license from the city.
9. All animals must be licensed and vaccinated.
10. No dogs shall be allowed to run at large as outlined in Section 10-2.
11. No more than two (2) animals per supervisor shall be allowed outside of
the fenced area.
12. All dog waste shall be cleaned up immediately when dogs are off of the
subject property.
13. No dogs designated as dangerous or potentially dangerous are allowed to
be kept at the kennel and keeping of a dangerous or potentially dangerous
dog shall be grounds for revocation.
Motion carried 5-0.
7.2 Rick Haugland, 21475 Highway 169
Rezone Property from CRT (Commercial Reserve Transition) to C3
(Highway Commercial)
Conditional Use Permit for Auto Body Repair Facility
Mr. Leeseberg presented the staff report.
Mayor Dietz opened the public hearing for both the rezoning and the conditional
use permit. There being no one to speak to these issues, Mayor Dietz closed the
public hearing.
Councilmember Westgaard questioned if the applicant is aware of the legal non-
conforming use and how it can cease to exist and the 13 conditions outlined in the
report.
The applicant indicated yes.
Moved by Councilmember Westgaard and seconded by Councilmember
Olsen to adopt Ordinance 16-06 amending the City of Elk River Zoning Map
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to rezone certain property from Commercial Reserve Transition (CRT) to
Highway Commercial (C3). Motion carried 5-0.
Moved by Councilmember Wagner and seconded by Councihnember
Westgaard to approve Conditional Use Permit, Case No. CU 16-09 with the
following conditions:
1. The CUP shall not be recorded until all applicable conditions have been
completed.
2. The authorized use shall not begin until the Conditional Use Permit is
recorded.
3. If the authorized use ceases for more than six months, the Conditional
Use Permit shall expire.
4. The Conditional Use Permit is not a building permit and the applicant
must apply for and receive approval of required building and sign permits
before construction may begin.
5. The building shall meet all building and fire codes.
6. The building shall be inspected by the city's Building Official and Fite
Marshal to verify compliance with all building and fire codes.
7. All septic systems must provide a certificate of compliance or notice of
noncompliance, for the existing septic system, and must be signed by a
licensed inspection business or by a qualified employee certified as an
inspector who is authorized by the local unit of government. The
certificate of compliance or notice of noncompliance must be submitted to
the local unit of government no later than 15 days after any compliance
inspection.
8. The outdoor parking area shall be completely enclosed with a six foot tall
privacy fence. Chain link fencing with vinyl slats are not permitted.
9. All operations must occur within the 2,407 square foot building. There
shall be no repair or maintenance of vehicles outside of the building.
10. All comments in the Environmental Memo dated 3-11-16 shall be
considered.
11. All comments in the Engineering Division memo dated March 15, 2016
shall be addressed.
12. All comments in the Minnesota Department of Transportation District 3
memo dated March 15, 2016, shall be addressed.
13. Car, truck, RV, and marine sales shall not be allowed.
Motion carried 5-0.
7.3 ER Crossing Properties, LLC — 18200 Zane Street NW, Ordinance
Amendment to Allow Additional Menu Board Signs in Drive-thru
Lanes
Mr. Leeseberg presented the staff report. He discussed the language proposed by the
applicant and the difference in the proposed language suggested by staff.
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Mayor Dietz opened the public hearing. There being no one to speak to this issue,
Mayor Dietz closed the public hearing.
Moved by Councilmember Westgaard and seconded by Councilmember
Olsen to adopt Ordinance 16-07 amending Sections, 30-869 (b), C-1 central
business district; 30-871 (b), C-3 highway commercial district; 30-1584 (e),
MU -ERP mixed use Elk River Plaza district; 30-880 (b), XCR extreme
commercial recreation district. Motion carried 5-0.
7.4 Meadows of Elk River Second Addition
Resolution for Final Plat
Resolution for Easement Vacation
Mr. Leeseberg presented the staff report. He discussed the revised plat.
Mayor Dietz opened the public hearing for both the final plat and the easement
vacation. There being no one to speak to these issues, Mayor Dietz closed the public
hearing.
Moved by Councilmember Westgaard and seconded by Councilmember
Olsen to adopt Resolution 16-21 granting final plat for Elk River Crossing,
LLC. Motion carried 5-0.
Moved by Councihnember Wagner and seconded by Councilmember Burandt
to adopt Resolution 16-22 vacating an easement for Elk River Crossing, LLC.
Motion carried 5-0.
7.5 Conditional Use Permit to Establish Planned Unit Development for
Multi -use Building, Modern Construction, Lot 4, Block I, Mississippi
Ridge 2nd Addition
Mr. Carlton stated the applicant withdrew his application. No action was needed.
7.6 City of Elk River Ordinance Amendment Relating to Solar Energy
Ms. Mroz presented the staff report. She reviewed the ordinance as noted in her
presentation.
Mayor Dietz opened the public hearing. There being no one to speak to this issue,
Mayor Dietz closed the public hearing.
Mayor Dietz questioned how the relationship would work between Elk River
Municipal Utilities (ERMU) and the city.
Ms. Mroz stated staff is still working on the process and will be collaborating with
ERMU.
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Councilmember Westgaard questioned how this ordinance would work in the C3
District where the city requires screening of rooftop mechanicals and could create
issues with setback requirements.
Ms. Mroz stated no setback requirements were changed and will still be required to
be met but an applicant could apply for a variance.
Councilmember Wagner concurred with Councilmember Westgaard's comments:
Ms. Mroz stated, as Energy City, this is something the city should want to promote
and not hide. She stated the ordinance, as currently written, doesn't address this
matter either way.
Attorney Beck, stated, as the ordinance is written, the screening requirements would
apply and this is currently the best way to handle the installations. He further stated
the city could look at the commercial setback requirements on a case-by-case basis
through the variance process.
Moved by Councilmember Westgaard and seconded by Councilmember
Olsen to adopt Ordinance 16-08 amending Section, 30-01, Definitions, and
Adding Section 30-805, Solar Energy Systems. Motion carried 5-0.
7.7 Die Concepts Microloan
Ms. Othoudt presented the staff report.
Mayor Dietz opened the public hearing for both the microloan application and the
jobs incentive microloan and blighted properties forgivable loan. There being no one
to speak to these issues, Mayor Dietz closed the public hearing.
Moved by Councilmember Wagner and seconded by Councilmember
Westgaard to adopt Resolution 16-23 approving loan agreement for Die
Concepts Project. Motion carried 5-0. (EDA)
Moved by Councilmember Burandt and seconded by Councilmember
Westgaard to adopt Resolution 16-24 approving loan agreement for Die
Concepts Project. Motion carried 5-0. (HRA)
8.1 Boys & Girls Club of Elk River Commercial Real Estate Loan Support
Request
Mr. Portner presented the staff report. He stated staff supports the resolution.
Mayor Dietz questioned the city's liability if there is a default in payments.
Mr. Portner stated there may be some exposure if there is a default on the initial loan
but not on this request.
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Attorney Beck affirmed there would be no additional exposure.
Moved by Councilmember Westgaard and seconded by Councilmember
Burandt to adopt Resolution 16-25 consenting to a commercial real estate loan
by the Boys & Girls Club of Elk River. Motion carried 5-0.
8.2 Resolution for the Reconveyance of Forfeited Lands to the State of
MN by City of Elk River
Mr. Leeseberg presented the staff report.
It was noted the city should continue to maintain the property until it is sold.
Moved by Councilmember Wagner and seconded by Councilmember
Westgaard to adopt Resolution 16-26 to reconvey a parcel to the State of
Minnesota Motion carried 5-0.
8.3 Houlton Preserve Hunting Plan
Mr. Hecker presented the staff report. He noted staff is requesting to remove the
action regarding the hours as he'd like to take it back to the planning committee for
further discussion.
Moved by Councilmember Olsen and seconded by Councilmember Burandt
to adopt Ordinance 16-09 amending Chapter 50, Article IV, Division 2, to add
new Section 50-119 establishing hunting regulations within the William H.
Houlton Conservation Area. Motion carried 5-0.
8.4 Farm Lease Agreement for Houlton Preserve
Mr. Hecker presented the staff report.
Moved by Councilmember Westgaard and seconded by Councilmember
Olsen to approve an agricultural lease agreement with Shearman Lehn to
allow for continued agricultural purposes on the William H. Houlton
Conservation Area. Motion carried 5-0.
Open Forum
Pete Kimball, 14357 190`' Lane — Stated many in the audience were late, due to a
misunderstanding in the meeting start time, and a representative of the group would
like to speak at Open Forum regarding Pinewood Golf Course.
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Faye Huselid, 14099 182"d Avenue -Discussed a sense of community as it relates to
Pinewood. She apologized to Council for previous behavior. She expressed concerns
with the development of Pinewood and taking away the shared spaces/community.
She noted many retired people use Pinewood. She further stated she understands
improvements are needed, clientele has been lost, and golf numbers have gone
down. She stated the course is good for kids. She questioned what the Council needs
from them and further stated they are willing to help out.
Council recessed at 7:34 p.m. in order to go into work session. Council reconvened
at 7:35 p.m.
9.1 Planning Commission Interview
The Council interviewed Mr. Feinstein.
Moved by Councilmember Burandt and seconded by Councilmember Olsen
to appoint Alexander Feinstein to the Planning Commission with a term
expiration of February 28, 2017. Motion carried 5-0.
9.2 Hillside Mountain Bike Park Plan
Mr. Hecker presented the staff report. He gave a presentation about mountain biking
and discussed volunteer hours and fees.
Mayor Dietz stated he was surprised that the majority of people who utilized Hillside
were non-residents. He stated he didn't realize what an expert course it is and why
people were drawn to it. He stated the park should be developed for all skill levels
and local residents should want to use it too. He stated the city needs to do what is
best for a majority of its own citizens.
Councilmember Westgaard questioned why there were discussions about not
keeping Hillside as a park.
Mr. Hecker stated staff and the Parks and Recreation Commission did include it as
an option due to the many hours needed to sustain the park based on maintenance
records.
Parks Commissioner Dave Anderson stated the current trail was designed prior to
today's standards for trail design. The Commission considered all options but felt it
should stay as a mountain biking park.
Councilmember Wagner stated the Parks Commission liked that the trails could be
sustainable because it was important to try and cut down hours and to have the park
serve a multi -use function for many skill levels and for hikers. She further stated she
doesn't have issue with users from out of town because they would visit some the
city's businesses. She stated the Commission has learned there is a high school
mountain biking team coach, which they didn't know existed and could be a possible
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partnership. She stated they've had discussions with the coach and he felt it was a
great idea to keep the trail and use it for meets. She stated they offered to help
maintain the park.
Matt Andrews, Minnesota Off -Road Cyclists (MORC) representative — Stated
MORC is a non-profit group and one of the first chapters of a larger association,
whose focus is sustainable trail design. He stated their organization does well with
partnering with land managers and assisting with volunteer coordination.
Jay Thompson, MORC representative — Stated Hillside is one of the oldest trails
that was most likely designed before sustainable trails were developed.
There was discussion on the best way to develop sustainable trails utilizing
volunteers and contractors and how best to phase the project.
Councilmember Westgaard again questioned why there was an option on the table to
consider removing Hillside from park status.
Mr. Portner stated all options needed to be considered in order to determine what
was best for the city and the park. He stated the park would have needed a lot of
manpower to maintain it at its current level and new relationships would need to be
established. He stated they didn't know about sustainable trail design.
Councilmember Westgaard stated he likes the connection with MORC and they have
the knowledge and great ideas. He suggested the Parks and Recreation Commission
put together the following:
• Vision
• Long-term plan
• Budget to implement and maintain sustainable trails
• How volunteer hours will work
■ What does it mean to manage the forest
Mayor Dietz stated he'd like to see a formal agreement with MORC.
Councilmember Westgaard concurred.
Mayor Dietz questioned the current status of the park.
Mr. Hecker stated it will remain open with the current volunteer assistance.
Tim Sevick stated current volunteers have been very proactive and have the
experience to maintain the trails. He stated it can be maintained safely for now.
Councilmember Westgaard suggested staff reach out to the Elk River groups who
said they were willing to help.
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Consensus of the Council was to proceed with the current planning and bring back
more formal agreements on a regular agenda.
Mayor Dietz stated he appreciated MORC's assistance and thanked the group for
coming to the meeting.
9.3 United States Post Office Site
Mr. Carlton presented the staff report.
Council discussed transportation, site access, and wanted the applicant to be aware
of some possible road realignments in the area. They discussed the type of
employment this project could bring.
Council stated they were in support of the project moving forward.
9.4 Reflective Stop Signs
Mr. Thompson presented the staff report.
Mayor Dietz liked the reflective panels and how well they worked at night and felt it
was a good plan to implement them in certain areas.
No Parking Sign
Mr. Thompson discussed the school district's request for No Parking signs due to bus
access issues.
Council consensus was to approve the signage requested.
9.5 Rental Dwelling Ordinance
Chief Cunningham presented the staff report.
Attorney Beck stated the ordinance was reviewed by legal.
Mr. Pormer noted, as rentals increase in the community, it is important to maintain
the minimum housing standards; noting in the long-term when housing is kept in
good repair, it's quicker to get the house back on the market and sold.
Attorney Beck stated a public hearing is not required but suggested it come back
under General Business in order to give landlords a chance to review it.
9.6 Pinewood Golf Course
Mr. Pormer presented the staff report. He stated if Pinewood is kept it should have a
vision or master plan similar to Hillside as noted earlier in the meeting. He stated the
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Council should consider the needs of all taxpayers or a professional study completed.
He discussed subsidizing the course and options Council could consider.
Mayor Dietz stated his choice would be to sell Pinewood, but to someone who
would maintain it as a golf course. He stated the city should not be in the golf course
business. He stated he is aware of someone with an interest in it. He said he is not in
favor of operating the course as it was operated in past. He is concerned for
continued financial losses. He indicated he would consider leasing it.
Mayor Dietz stated his least favorite option would be housing. He stated if the
course was to a developer, the city could designate how many homes would be built.
He stated if the city wanted the highest and best use of the land it should sell for
housing. He suggested staff research all options and the value to the city in various
ways. He noted the land could be considered for a community center site.
Councilmember Olsen stated he is not in favor of the city operating a golf course
and Elk River Country Club may have an interest in running it. He stated the
Country Club is pleased with the current condition of the course. He suggested
trying a two-year agreement.
Mayor Dietz noted the city would need to go through a request for proposal process.
He stated if there is a lease, the contract would need to state that the city is actively
marketing the course and the lease discontinues when the land is sold.
Councilmember Wagner concurred with the Mayor's comments. She suggested a
volunteer group may want to take over running the course. She suggested, in the
interim having the course operational this summer, incorporating the big cups. She
questioned the city's level of subsidy.
Councilmember Olsen stated the course would help provides seasonal employment
for younger kids.
Councilmember Burandt expressed concerns with selling Pinewood as a golf course
because the owner may want to sell it at a later date as something different. She
stated the main priority of the city should be maintaining Pinewood as a golf course
she stated if it is not working revenue wise the city could consider other options. She
noted there are a lot of people hoping it stays a golf course.
Mr. Portner noted if Pinewood sold as a golf course there could be a contract
provision stating it remains a course for a certain number of years but the cost of the
course could be impacted.
Councilmember Wagner stated she disagreed with the speaker about their being a
lack of a sense of community in Elk River because there is no Pinewood and noted
some other examples. She stated she would love to see the course open this summer
but she knows there is a lot more work needed to figure out. She questioned what
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the dollar amount would be that the Council would feel comfortable with spending
to maintain a course. She stressed the need for very heavy volunteer commitment.
Councilmember Olsen expressed concerns with debating what to do with the course
all summer. He noted the show of people at open forum expressing (by being at the
meeting) they wanted a golf course. He suggested a reasonable short-term contract
to get the course operational quickly. He stated this would serve two purposes:
elevate the course in terms of what the city can receive for it and we might be able to
get on board for part of the summer.
Mayor Dietz stated the course can't be open in 60 days because the city needs to
establish a plan, take time to work out lease language, and put together a request for
proposal if it decided to go the lease route.
Councilmember Westgaard questioned the involvement of the parks and recreation
commission.
Mr. Portner noted the course operated as a special revenue fund and the commission
was not consulted at the time the course was purchased. He stated the commission
typically doesn't get involved with special revenue funds, noting the arena and
activity center.
Councilmember Westgaard stated he agrees in that there is a lot of information
needed and more work sessions to review all options and the ultimate vision. He
stated it would be foolish to think they can operate the course as it had been
operated in the past. He stated there were not enough rounds of golf played to
justify the money spent to maintain the course without the capital investment. He
stated if there are options for a company to take over of maintenance and operation
with rrummal capital planned it would provide an amenity to a certain percentage of
the taxpayers of the city. He noted there are the same 40 to 50 people who want
Pinewood to remain open but this is a large ticket item for supporting only 40-50
people. He questioned if staff could pull statistics regarding rounds played.
Council agreed more research on all options is needed and asked staff to bring back
recommendations.
Barb Olsen, 18264 Kent Street - Stated Council keeps discussing past issues but
have not discussed what they could make of the golf course today. She stated parents
spend money on taking their kids to camps and suggested turning the course into a
teaching center. She noted the fees for the course were very low. She expressed
concerns with development of the course.
Stated city -owned courses are for a different type of people than you have at a
private business course. She stated she won't play at other courses because she can't
play at that skill level.
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Mayor Dietz noted the city did have classes at the course in the past. He noted the
Council will be considering all options.
Councilmember Wagner noted the Council has thrown out many ideas; more than
selling it as a housing development. She stated it would be great to keep Pinewood as
a golf course if it makes sense. She stated there is a limit to what the city can spend
to subsidize the course. She noted the city did hold camps, lessons and tournaments
at the course in the past. She questioned if the city or a private business should be in
the golf course business.
9.7 Succession Planning in Park Maintenance Lead Position
Mr. Hecker presented the staff report.
Council had no concerns.
10. Adjournment
There being no further business, Mayor Dietz adjourned the meeting of the Elk
River City Council at 10:18 p.m.
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Tina Allard, City Clerk
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