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MEETING OF THE ELK RIVER CITY COUNCIL
HELD AT THE ELK RIVER CITY HALL
MONDAY, JUNE 21, 1999
Members Present:
Mayor Klinzing, Council members Dietz, Thompson, Farber, and
Motin
Members Absent:
None
Staff Present:
Pat Klaers, City Administrator; Sandra Peine, City Clerk; Terry Maurer,
City Engineer; Michele McPherson, Director of Planning; Scott
Harlicker, Assistant Planner; Stephen Rohlf, Building and Zoning
Administrator; Dave Sellergren, City Attorney
Also Present:
Tom Mesich, Planning Commission Representative
1. 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 Klinzing.
2.
Consider Aaenda
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The agenda was amended as follows:
. Item 7.1 - moved to Item 5.
. A correction was made to the memo of item 3.8, noting that the special
council meeting is set for 7/12/99.
COUNCILMEMBER FARBER MOVED TO APPROVE THE 6/21/99 CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
AS AMENDED. COUNCILMEMBER MOTIN SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION
CARRIED 5-0.
3. Consider Consent Aaenda
Councilmember Motin discussed the issue under item 6.9 of the 5/17/99 minutes.
He indicated that he thought a stipulation relating to tree replacement was part of
the motion. After further discussion it was the decision of the council to approve
the minutes as presented and to inform the developer of the council's wish
regarding this tree replacement issue.
COUNCILMEMBER THOMPSON MOVED TO APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA AS
FOLLOWS:
3.10.
3.1b.
3.2.
5/17/99 COUNCIL MINUTES - APPROVED
6114199 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - APPROVED
REQUEST BY CITY OF ELK RIVER FOR ORDINANCE AMENDMENT - CHAPTER 2,
ADD SECTION 215 ESTABLISHING A HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION,
PUBLIC HEARING CASE NO. OA 99-6 - POSTPONED TO 7119/99
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3.3.
3.4.
3.5.
3.6.
3.7.
3.8.
REQUEST BY CITY OF ELK RIVER FOR ORDINANCE AMENDMENT SECTION 900.08
- DEFINITIONS - HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND SITE, PUBLIC
HEARING CASE NO. OA 99-7 - POSTPONED TO 7119/99
REQUEST BY CITY OF ELK RIVER FOR ORDINANCE AMENDMENT SECTION
900.10(1) - ESTABLISHMENT OF HERITAGE PRESERVATION SITE (HPS) OVERLAY
ZONING DISTRICT, PUBLIC HEARING CASE NO. OA 99-8 - POSTPONED TO
7119/99
REQUEST BY CITY OF ELK RIVER FOR ORDINANCE AMENDMENT SECTION 900.12
- DEFINITIONS - HERITAGE PRESERVATION SITE OVERLAY ZONING DISTRICT,
PUBLIC HEARING CASE NO. OA 99-9 - POSTPONED TO 7119/99
REQUEST BY MARC BAILEY FOR CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR HOME
OCCUPATION, PUBLIC HEARING CASE NO. CU 99-15 - WITHDRAWN
REQUEST FOR EXEMPT GAMBLING PERMIT AND A REQUEST TO WAIVE THE 30
DAY WAITING PERIOD - RIVER RIDERS - APPROVED
CALL SPECIAL MEETING OF COUNCIL FOR 7112/99 - APPROVED
COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED
5-0.
Mayor Klinzing introduced David Potvin, the city's new liquor store manager.
4.1.
Boys and Girls Club Update
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Councilmember Thompson updated the council on recent Boys and Girls Club
activities including membership and fundraising. He indicated that the Bank of Elk
River and the First National Bank have entered into a construction loan agreement.
4.2.
Utilities Commission Update
Councilmember Dietz referred the council to the June 8, 1999, Utilities Commission
meeting minutes.
4.3. Community Recreation Commission Update
City Administrator Pat Klaers updated the council on Community Recreation Board
issues. He referred to the memo dated June 4, 1999, addressed to the Community
Recreation Board Members. He stated that the memo reviewed the City Council's
discussion of the future of the Community Recreation program At the June 14
Board meeting, three options for the future of the program were discussed.
Councilmember Motin reviewed these options with the council. The City
Administrator stated that this issue would be discussed by the council on June 28,
when the Community Education Director is available for his presentation to the
council.
4.4.
Northstar Corridor Update
Assistant Planner Scott Harlicker updated the council on the Northstar Corridor. He
discussed legislation that was recently adopted. Councilmember Motin indicated
his concern that at some point the cities will be responsible for some of the
operating funds for this project.
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4.5. East Elk River Proiect Update
City Engineer Terry Maurer updated the council on east Elk River project issues.
4.5.a. Consider MnDOT Aqreement for riqht-of-wav
City Engineer Terry Maurer reviewed the two agreements between MnDOT and the
City of Elk River. He noted that one agreement allows the city to spend federal
funds for right-of-way land acquisition on the east Elk River project. This agreement
estimates that the city will expend up to $700,000, 80 percent of which is eligible for
federal reimbursement. The other agreement pertains to the new railroad crossing
at 171st Avenue. The agreement allows the city to spend up to $398,615 of which
80 percent is eligible for federal reimbursement. In both cases, the city will be
responsible for the remaining 20 percent.
COUNCILMEMBER MOTIN MOVED TO APPROVE THE MNDOT AGENCY AGREEMENT
NO. 79058 WITH THE CITY OF ELK RIVER FOR FEDERAL PARTICIPATION IN THE RIGHT-OF-
WAY/LAND ACQUISITION FOR S.P. 204-133-01, M.P. HPPMN51 (001) IN THE AMOUNT
OF $700,000. COUNCILMEMBER FARBER SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION
CARRIED 5-0.
4.5.b. Consider MnDOT Aareement for Railroad Crossinq Improvements
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COUNCILMEMBER MOTIN MOVED TO APPROVE THE MNDOT AGENCY AGREEMENT
NO. 79059 WITH THE CITY OF ELK RIVER FOR FEDERAL PARTICIPATION IN RAILROAD
FORCE CROSSING IMPROVEMENTS FOR S.P. 204-020-03, M.P. HPPMN51 (001) 398,615.
COUNCILMEMBER FARBER SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
4.5.c. General
The City Administrator updated the council on the right-of-way and property
closings that are scheduled.
5. Open Mike
7.1. Discuss Drivewav at 20369 Meadowvale Road (Gary Martin)
Director of Planning Michele McPherson reviewed the issue of Gary Martin's
request for a driveway permit from Meadowvale Road. Discussion pursued as to
whether or not it was the council's intention to allow Mr. Martin to construct a new
driveway from Meadowvale Road. It was noted that Mr. Martin has begun
construction of the driveway.
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Mark Grimmer - 20446 Victoria Lane - Spoke on behalf of Joe Miske 20431
Meadowvale Road. In Mr. Miske's letter he indicated the reasons for not wanting
Mr. Martin's driveway on Meadowvale Road. The main reason was that the
driveway was too close to his driveway. He requested that either Gary Martin, or
the city, screen his (Mr. Miske's) property from Mr. Martin's driveway. Mr. Grimmer
indicated that he requested to upgrade his existing driveway off of Meadowvale
Road, but has been denied a driveway permit by the county.
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Steve Stoffers 14902 Victoria Lane - indicated that he did not believe it was the
council's intention to approve the driveway for Mr. Martin. Councilmember Dietz
indicated that the idea of a driveway onto Meadowvale Road was thought to be
a solution prior to the adoption of the ordinance, which restricted trailers in
residential areas. Councilmember Dietz indicated that he is in full support of Mr.
Grimmer's driveway.
Councilmember Thompson indicated he believes that Mr. Martin misrepresented
both himself and the council (to the county) in an attempt to get the driveway
permit. He questioned whether this would be grounds for the council to withdraw
the permit.
Council member Farber indicated he was in support of revoking the permit and
that he supports Mr. Grimmer's request for a permit to upgrade his driveway. He
requested staff to review the permit to determine if Mr. Martin is in violation of the
city code.
Tom Mesich, planning commission representative, stated that the current driveway
is a dirt driveway and larger than allowed by ordinance. He suggested that the
council ensure that the new driveway meets code.
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The council directed staff to review the matter and to send a letter to Mr. Martin
indicating that Mr. Martin must follow the permitting procedure and the
requirements of the city to ensure the driveway has a dust-free surface and that
the size also meets city code requirements.
Councilmember Thompson indicated that he is not in favor of allowing a trailer to
be parked on the driveway.
COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ MOVED TO AUTHORIZE THE ENGINEER TO SEND A LETTER TO
THE COUNTY IN SUPPORT OF MR. GRIMMER'S APPLICATION FOR A DRIVEWAY PERMIT
TO UPGRADE HIS DRIVEWAY. COUNCILMEMBER THOMPSON SECONDED THE MOTION.
Councilmember Motin indicated that he would like more information regarding
whether Mr. Grimmer should be allowed a driveway permit onto Meadowvale
Road.
COUNCILMEMBER MOTIN MOVED TO TABLE THIS MOTION. MAYOR KLINZING
SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION TO TABLE FAILED 2-3. Council members
Thompson, Farber and Dietz opposed.
Councilmember Thompson stated that he is in support of the motion because Mr.
Grimmer has an existing driveway onto Meadowvale Road.
THE MOTION CARRIED 4-0-1. Councilmember Motin abstained.
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6.1 . Request bv City of Elk River for Zone Chanae, to Remove Certain Properties from
the Wild and Scenic River Overlav Zonina District. Public Hearina Case No. ZC 99-4
6.2. Request bv City of Elk River for Ordinance Amendment. Section 906 - Wild & Scenic
River Ordinance, Public Hearina Case No. OA 99-10
6.3. Request bv City of Elk River for Ordinance Amendment to Section 900.12 - Wild &
Scenic River District Public Hearing Case No. OA 99-11
Building and Zoning Administrator Steve Rohlf indicated that the city is requesting
amendments to the ordinance pertaining to the Wild and Scenic River. He
explained that the DNR presented an ordinance which is incompatible with the
city's comprehensive plan. Steve explained the process staff has followed to
modify the DNR ordinance to make it compatible with the city's comprehensive
plan.
Steve Rohlf noted that staff has received several letters from businesses who are in
support of the request to modify the ordinance. Steve also indicated that he
received a letter from the DNR on June 16th that agrees with all of the city's
recommended changes.
Mayor Klinzing opened the public hearings for items 6.1, 6.2 and 6.3.
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Renee Sande. oresident of Elk River Chamber of Commerce. 509 Hiahwav 10,
indicated she has submitted a letter in support of staff's recommendations.
Lvnn Caswell. 11801 Brentwood Lane, stated that on behalf of the Elk River Area
Chamber of Commerce, he encourages the council to support the modification to
the ordinance.
Shari Emerson. director of ooerations for Guardian Anaels - indicated her support of
staff recommendation.
Darwin Uoton. Kennedv Transmission, strongly encouraged the council to support
staff's recommendation.
Robert Dare. Dare's Funeral Home, encouraged the council to support staff's
recommendation.
Ted Saxon. Saxon Motors, strongly encouraged the council to support staff's
recommendation.
There being no further comments, Mayor Klinzing closed the public hearing.
COUNCILMEMBER FARBER MOVED TO ADOPT ORDINANCE 99-18 AMENDING THE CITY
OF ELK RIVER ZONING MAP TO REZONE CERTAIN PROPERTY TO REMOVE THEM FROM
WSR (WILD AND SCENIC RIVER OVERLAY DISTRICT) CASE NO. ZC 99-4 AND THAT THE
FORMAL DOCUMENT BE SUBMITTED TO THE DNR FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES.
COUNCILMEMBER MOTIN SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0
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COUNCILMEMBER MOTIN MOVED TO ADOPT ORDINANCE 99-19 AMENDING SECTION
906 OF THE CITY OF ELK RIVER CODE OF ORDINANCES ENTITLED "WILD AND SCENIC
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RIVER ORDINANCE" CASE NO 99-10 AND THAT THE FORMAL DOCUMENT BE
SUBMITTED TO THE DNR FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES. COUNCILMEMBER FARBER
SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
COUNCILMEMBER FARBER MOVED TO ADOPT ORDINANCE 99-20 AMENDING SECTION
900.12 OF THE CITY OF ELK RIVER CODE OF ORDINANCES ENTITLED "PERMITTED,
ACCESSORY, AND CONDITIONAL USES BY DISTRICT" CASE NO. OA 99-11.
COUNCILMEMBER MOTIN SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
The City Council recessed at 7:35 p.m. and reconvened at 7:47 p.m.
6.4. Heritaoe Landino Development Request for Land Use Amendment to Amend the
Urban Service Area, Public Hearino Case No. LU 99-1
Director of Planning Michele McPherson reviewed staff report on this issue. She
indicated that Heritage Landing Development is requesting a land use map
amendment to remove property from the urban service district. The location of the
request is Highway 10 and Waco Street NW. Michele noted that the Planning
Commission reviewed and approved the request.
Mayor Klinzing opened the publiC hearing. There being no one for or against the
matter, Mayor Klinzing closed the publiC hearing.
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Councilmember Dietz questioned whether there has ever been any other property
removed from the urban service district. Pat Klaers stated that there has been no
other similar requests. Pat Klaers explained that this property is an unusual situation
as the city is looking at the realignment of Waco Street to the east and the
extension of utilities would have to come from private property, not a public street.
He felt that this unique situation would merit exclusion from the urban service area.
COUNCILMEMBER FARBER MOVED TO ADOPT RESOLUTION 99-42 WITH THE
FOLLOWING STIPULATION:
1. THAT IF IN THE FUTURE THE APPLICANT WISHES TO RETURN TO THE URBAN
SERVICE DISTRICT, THE APPLICANT SHALL BEAR THE COSTS OF PROVIDING
SEWER AND WATER TO THE PROPERTY.
COUNCILMEMBER THOMPSON SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 4-0-1.
Councilmember Dietz abstained.
6.5.
Heritaoe Landing Development Reauest for Ordinance Amendment to Allow Mini
Storaoe in C3 Zonina District Public Hearino Case No. OA 99-5
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Director of Planning Michele McPherson reviewed the staff report regarding this
issue. She noted that Heritage Landing Development has requested an
ordinance amendment to allow mini-storage as a conditional use in the C3,
Highway Commercial zoning district. She indicated that the applicant is
requesting to construct a mini-storage facility in a C3 zoning district located at
Highway 10 and Waco Street.
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Planning Commissioner Tom Mesich stated that the Planning Commission
recommended denial of the request. The Planning Commission questioned
whether a mini-storage was an appropriate highway commercial use and was
concerned about the appearance of the gateways to Elk River if the ordinance
amendment were approved.
Mayor Klinzing opened the public hearing. There being no one for or against the
matter, Mayor Klinzing closed the public hearing.
Councilmember Motin indicated that he is opposed to the ordinance amendment
due to his concern of the highway use in relation to the gateway of the city. Staff
noted that there are four other parcels of property that would be affected by this
request.
COUNCILMEMBER THOMPSON MOVED TO ADOPT ORDINANCE 99- 21 AMENDING
SECTION 900.10 OF THE CITY CODE OF ORDINANCES, CASE NO. OA 99-5 WITH THE
STIPULATION THAT STAFF PROVIDE STANDARDS FOR MINI STORAGE BUILDINGS IN THE
C3 ZONE. MAYOR KLINZING SECONDED THE MOTION.
Councilmember Motin stated that he opposes motion because this affects other
locations which are also at entrances to the city.
THE MOTION CARRIED 4-1. Councilmember Motin opposed.
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6.6.
Marshall Concrete Products Request for Amendment To Conditional Use Permit No.
CU 96-24 to Construct a Storage Garaae, Public Hearina Case No. CU 99-17
Director of Planning Michele McPherson reviewed the staff report on this issue. She
stated that Marshall Concrete is requesting a conditional use permit amendment
to allow the construction of a storage building.
Mayor Klinzing opened the publiC hearing. There being no one for or against the
matter, Mayor Klinzing closed the public hearing.
COUNCILMEMBER MOTIN MOVED TO APPROVE THE CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
AMENDMENT REQUEST BY MARSHALL CONCRETE TO ALLOW THE CONSTRUCTION OF A
STORAGE BUILDING. COUNCILMEMBER FARBER SECONDED THE MOTION.
Councilmember Thompson stated that the original request for this building
included a temporary building. He stated that if approval of this request allows the
building to become a permanent situation then the stipulations in the conditional
use permit would change.
THE MOTION WAS WITHDRAWN BY COUNCILMEMBER MOTIN AND COUNCILMEMBER
FARBER.
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COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ MOVED TO POSTPONE THIS ISSUE TO THE JULY 19,1999, CITY
COUNCIL MEETING TO ALLOW STAFF TO RESEARCH THE ISSUE REGARDING THE
PERMANENCY OF THE BUILDING. COUNCILMEMBER FARBER SECONDED THE MOTION.
THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
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6.7. Request by Leeann Chin for Conditional Use Permit to Amend Elk Park Center PUD
Aareement Regardina Sianaae, Public Hearina Case No. CU 99-21
Planning Assistant Scott Harlicker reviewed the staff report on this issue. He noted
that Leeann Chin is requesting an amendment to the PUD agreement for Elk Park
Center to allow additional wall signage on the awnings. Scott stated that both
the Planning Commission and staff are recommending denial 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 DIETZ MOVED TO DENY THE REQUEST BY LEEANN CHIN FOR
ADDITIONAL WALL SIGNAGE ON THE AWNINGS. COUNCILMEMBER FARBER
SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
6.8.
Request by Elk River Ford Chrysler to Alter a Non-Conformina Sian, Case No. GP 99-5
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Director of Planning Michele McPherson reyiewed the staff report on this issue. She
noted that Elk River Chrysler is requesting a permit to update their Chrysler signs at
the dealership and to include "Jeep" on one of the signs. She explained that the
ordinance allows two freestanding advertising signs and Chrysler currently has
three signs. She further noted that the applicant's proposed new sign reduces the
overall signage area on the site. She noted that the Planning Commission
recommended approval of the request.
Mayor Klinzing opened the public hearing.
Scott Powell. owner of Elk River Ford Chrysler explained that the signs have been
present for several years. He indicated that the request is a result of adding "Jeep"
to the sign.
There being no further comments regarding the issue, Mayor Klinzing closed the
public hearing.
Discussion was held regarding discrepancies in the city code relating to the sign
ordinance.
COUNCILMEMBER THOMPSON MOVED TO APPROVE THE REQUEST BASED ON THE
FACT THAT IF THE SIGN IS NOT ALTERED IT WILL REMAIN ON THE PROPERTY, AND BASED
ON THE FINDINGS IN SECTION 900.22 5B OF THE CITY CODE. COUNCILMEMBER
FARBER SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
6.9.
Request by Stein Desian (Jeff Aanes) for Amendment to Conditional Use Permit No.
CU 94-8 Reaardina Sianaae for Office Max, Public Hearina No. CU 99- 16
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Assistant Planner Scott Harlicker reviewed the staff report on this issue. He noted
that Stein Design is requesting an amendment to the Elk Park Center PUD
agreement to allow anchor tenant signage for Office Max. Scott noted that the
current PUD agreement does not address signage for a third anchor tenant. He
further explained that the request is for a wall sign with letters 7 feet tall and 52 feet
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wide for a total of 364 square feet. Scott indicated that the Planning Commission
and staff have recommended approval of the request.
Mayor Klinzing opened the public hearing.
Tim Princeton. Bradley Real Estate of Elk Park spoke to the request.
There being no further comments on the matter, Mayor Klinzing closed the public
hearing.
COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ MOVED TO APPROVE THE REQUEST FOR A CONDITIONAL USE
PERMIT TO AMEND THE ELK PARK CENTER PUD TO ALLOW AN ANCHOR TENANT SIGN
NOT TO EXCEED 364 SQUARE FEET OR NOT TO EXCEED 7 FEET IN HEIGHT.
COUNCILMEMBER THOMPSON SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
6.10. Reauest bv Stein DesiGn (Jeff AGnes) ReGardinG Amendment to Conditional Use
Permit ReGardinG Additional Square FootaGe, Public HearinG Case No. CU 99-22
Assistant Planner Scott Harlicker reviewed the staff report on this issue. He
explained that Stein Design is requesting a conditional use permit to amend the Elk
Park Center PUD to allow the construction of a 6,372 square foot retail building on
the north end of Building A. Scott explained that the amendment is due because
this proposal is different than what was approved in the development plan.
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Mayor Klinzing opened the publiC hearing.
Tim Princeton of Bradley Real Estate stated that he concurs with most of staff's
recommendations. Mr. Bradley spoke about tree placement stipulation and noted
that one of the trees requested by staff is located near a fire hydrant and light
stand. He noted that the tree would not survive in this location. Mr. Princeton also
requested to have a certain area on the building be painted block as opposed to
brick which was requested by staff.
There being no further comments on the matter, Mayor Klinzing closed the public
hearing.
COUNCILMEMBER FARBER MOVED TO APPROVE THE REQUEST FOR A CONDITIONAL
USE PERMIT BY STEIN DESIGN TO AMEND THE ELK PARK CENTER PUD TO ALLOW
CONSTRUCTION OF A 6,372 SQUARE FOOT BUILDING EXCLUDING THE TREE AND TO
ALLOW BLOCK OPPOSED TO BRICK ON THE BUILDING EXTERIOR AND WITH THE
FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
1. THAT ALL COMMENTS OF THE CITY ENGINEER BE ADDRESSED.
2. THAT THE DUMPSTER ENCLOSURE BE CONSTRUCTED OF A MATERIAL TO
MATCH THE EXTERIOR OF THE BUILDING.
3. THAT ALL LANDSCAPED AREAS BE IRRIGATED.
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COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
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6.11. Request bv Meadowvale Builders, Inc. for Final Plat Approval, Case No. P 99-5
Assistant Planner Scott Harlicker indicated that Meadowvale Builders have
requested final plat approval for Meadow Townhomes. He stated that the plat
consists of a 26 lot townhouse development located east of Meadowvale Road,
south of 193rd Avenue and north of the Burlington Northern Railroad tracks. Scott
reviewed the staff report on this issue. Scott noted that the final plat is consistent
with the preliminary plat which was approved by the council on May 17.
COUNCILMEMBER MOTIN MOVED TO ADOPT RESOLUTION 99-43 GRANTING FINAL
PLAT APPROVAL FOR MEADOW TOWNHOMES CASE NO. P 99-5 WITH THE FOLLOWING
CONDITIONS:
1. A DEVELOPERS AGREEMENT BE PREPARED AND EXECUTED PRIOR TO
RELEASING THE FINAL PLAT FOR RECORDING.
2. A PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BE PREPARED AND EXECUTED
PRIOR TO RELEASING THE FINAL PLAT FOR RECORDING.
3. ALL COMMENTS OF THE CITY ENGINEER BE INCORPORATED INTO THE FINAL
PLAT.
4. APPROPRIATE DRAINAGE AND UTILITY EASEMENTS BE PROVIDED THROUGHOUT
THE PLAT.
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MEANDERS THROUGH THE TREES AND V ARIES IN DISTANCE FROM
MEADOWVALE ROAD IN ORDER TO PRESERVE THE TREES.
6. 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.
7. SURFACE WATER MANAGEMENT FEES TO BE PAID PRIOR TO RELEASING THE
PLAT FOR RECORDING.
8. ALL NECESSARY WETLAND PERMITS BE OBTAINED PRIOR TO COMMENCING
ANY WORK IN THE WETLANDS.
9. ALL NECESSARY WATER AVAILABILITY CHARGES BE PAID TO ELK RIVER
UTILITIES PRIOR TO RELEASING THE PLAT FOR RECORDING.
10. ALL NECESSARY TRUNK SANITARY SEWER AND WATER ASSESSMENTS ALONG
WITH A LATERAL WATER ASSESSMENT BE PAID PRIOR TO RELEASING THE PLAT
FOR RECORDING.
11. THAT A LETTER OF CREDIT BE PROVIDED TO THE CITY IN THE AMOUNT OF 100
PERCENT OF THE COSTS OF PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS.
12. UPON COMPLETION OF THE IMPROVEMENTS AND ACCEPTANCE BY THE CITY
e WARRANTY BOND IN THE AMOUNT OF 25 PERCENT OF THE IMPROVEMENTS
SHALL BE SUBMITTED TO THE CITY FOR A PERIOD OF ONE YEAR.
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13.
TREES THAT ARE TO BE PRESERVED SHALL BE MARKED, AND IF THE TREES DIE
WITHIN TWO YEARS OF COMPLETION OF CONSTRUCTION, THE DEVELOPER
SHALL REPLACE THOSE TREES WITH AN EQUAL NUMBER OF CALIPER INCHES OF
TREES THAT MEET THE CITY'S REQUIREMENTS OF SIZE AND SPECIES AND THAT
THE CONIFERS SHALL BE A MINIMUM OF 8 FEET, AND THAT ANY EXTRA CALIPER
INCHES BE PLACED ELSEWHERE IN THE CITY AT THE DISCRETION OF CITY STAFF.
COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0
6.12. Request bv Dvnamics Desian & Land Co. for Final Plat Approval (Island View 5th
Addition), Case No. P 99-7
Scott Harlicker reviewed the staff report on this issue. He indicated that Dynamic
Design and Land Co. have requested final plat approval for Island View 5th
Addition. The plat consists of 7 single family lots.
Council member Motin questioned whether the issue of no future subdividing must
be included in this motion. City Administrator Pat Klaers stated that this would be
hard to enforce unless the applicant agreed with the condition.
COUNCILMEMBER MOTIN MOVED TO ADOPT RESOLUTION 99-44 GRANTING FINAL
PLAT FOR ISLAND VIEW 5TH ADDITION WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
1. A DEVELOPERS AGREEMENT BE PREPARED OUTLINING THE TERMS AND
e CONDITIONS OF THE PLAT APPROVAL AND INSTALLATION OF IMPROVEMENTS BE
PREPARED AND EXECUTED PRIOR TO RELEASING THE PLAT FOR RECORDING.
2. A LETTER OF CREDIT BE PROVIDED TO THE CITY IN THE AMOUNT OF 100 PERCENT
OF THE COSTS OF PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS.
3. UPON COMPLETING ALL OF THE IMPROVEMENTS AND HAVING THEM ACCEPTED
BY THE CITY, A WARRANTY BOND IN THE AMOUNT OF 25 PERCENT OF THE
IMPROVEMENT COSTS SHALL BE SUBMITTED TO THE CITY FOR A ONE YEAR PERIOD.
4. 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 WITH
SHERBURNE COUNTY.
5. A SEAL COAT FEE IN AN AMOUNT TO BE DETERMINED BY THE CITY ENGINEER BE
PAID TO THE CITY PRIOR TO RELEASING THE PLAT FOR RECORDING WITH
SHERBURNE COUNTY.
6. A GRADING AND EROSION CONTROL PLAN AND DEVELOPMENT PLAN BE
SUBMITTED AND APPROVED BY THE CITY ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE ISSUANCE OF
BUILDING PERMITS.
7. ALL GRADING WILL NEED TO BE CERTIFIED PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF BUILDING
PERMITS.
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UTILITIES.
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9. ALL WETLANDS ON THE SITE SHALL BE IDENTIFIED AND DELINEATED AND ALL
WETLAND PERMITS SHALL BE RECEIVED PRIOR TO COMMENCING ANY WORK IN A
WETLAND.
10. A REALISTIC TREE PRESERVATION PLAN BE PROVIDED SHOWING WHICH TREES WILL
BE PRESERVED.
11. ALL COMMENTS OF THE CITY ENGINEER SHALL BE ADDRESSED.
12. ALL MAILBOXES SHALL BE CLUSTERED.
13. 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.
14. APPROPRIATE EASEMENTS BE PROVIDED ON ALL LOTS INCLUDING THOSE AREAS
THAT ARE SUBJECT TO PONDING, FLOODING OR WETLANDS.
15. SOIL BORINGS AND PERCOLATION TESTS WILL NEED TO BE PROVIDED WITH EACH
BUILDING PERMIT APPLICATION.
16. A 30 FOOT TRAIL CORRIDOR BE PROVIDED BETWEEN LOT 1, BLOCK 2 AND LOT 1,
BLOCK 3. A MINIMUM 10 FOOT WIDE PEDESTRIAN TRAIL BE INSTALLED BY THE
DEVELOPER, AT THE SAME TIME AS THE STREET, WHICH CONNECTS THE CUL-DE-SAC
WITH 189TH AVENUE.
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17. THAT THE TRAIL CORRIDOR IS INTENDED TO PROVIDE EMERGENCY ACCESS AND
SHOULD BE DESIGNED AND CONSTRUCTED TO SPECIFICATION SET BY THE FIRE
CHIEF.
18. THE TRAIL CORRIDOR SHALL BE LABELED AS AN OUTLOT.
19. THE STREET NAME AS RECOMMENDED BY THE CITY.
20. COVENANTS SHALL BE PLACED ON THE PROPERTY BY THE DEVELOPER THAT NO
CONNECTION TO THE ROAD FROM THE NORTH OR TO THE WEST BE PERMITTED
WITHOUT 100 PERCENT APPROVAL OF ALL THE RESIDENTS WITHIN THE ADDITION
AND THE CLOSING OFF OF ISLAND VIEW EXCEPT FOR EMERGENCY ACCESS ONLY.
MAYOR KLINZING SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
6,13, Request bv D,R. Horton, Inc. for Final Plat Approval, Trott Brook Farms, Trott Brook
Farms Second, Third and Fourth Additions, Case No. P 97-8
Scott Harlicker reviewed staff report on this issue. He explained that D.R. Horton is
requesting final plat approval for the first four additions to Trott Brook Farms. He
indicated that all final plats are consistent with the preliminary plats.
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COUNCILMEMBER MOTIN MOVED TO ADOPT RESOLUTION 99-45 GRANTING FINAL
PLAT APPROVAL FOR TROTT BROOK FARMS CASE NO. 97-8 WITH THE FOLLOWING
CONDITIONS:
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1.
ALL COMMENTS RAISED BY THE DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES BE
INCORPORATED INTO THE PLAT.
2. EACH SINGLE FAMILY LOT SHALL RECEIVE 1 STREET TREE AND 1 FRONT YARD
TREE; CORNER LOTS SHALL RECEIVE 1 STREET TREE AND 1 FRONT YARD TREE PER
STREET FRONTAGE.
3. THAT THE DEVELOPER PROVIDE A PEDESTRIAN AND MAINTENANCE VEHICLE
CORRIDOR TO OUTLET F FROM STREET N AS PER CITY ORDINANCE TO BE
COORDINATED WITH A SEWER AND WATER CORRIDOR TO THE EAST OF THE
PLAT.
4. FRONT SETBACK OF 25 FEET FROM THE PROPERTY LINES ON ALL STREETS EXCEPT
STREETS A, F, J, 0, RAND S. SIDE YARD SETBACKS SHALL BE 10 FEET, 5 FEET ON
THE GARAGE SIDE.
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ALL COMMENTS OF THE CITY ENGINEER SHALL BE INCORPORATED INTO THE
PLANS.
PRIOR TO THE ISSUANCE OF ANY BUILDING PERMITS A DEVELOPMENT PLAN BE
SUBMITTED OUTLINING STYLE OF HOUSE AND FINISHED GRADES ON EACH LOT.
ALL STREETS BE BUILT TO CITY STANDARDS WITH THE EXCEPTION OF STREET A
WHICH WILL BE LARGER.
A DEVELOPERS AGREEMENT AND PUD AGREEMENT SHALL BE SIGNED AND
RECORDED PRIOR TO RECORDING THE PLAT.
PARK DEDICATION FEES BE PAID PRIOR TO RELEASING THE PLAT FOR
RECORDING.
SURFACE WATER MANAGEMENT FEES BE PAID PRIOR TO RELEASING THE PLAT
FOR RECORDING.
HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION DOCUMENTS SHALL BE REVIEWED BY THE CITY
PRIOR TO RELEASING THE PLAT FOR RECORDING.
STREET LIGHTS SHALL BE INSTALLED PER ELK RIVER UTILITIES
RECOMMENDATIONS.
A LETTER OF CREDIT BE PROVIDED TO THE CITY IN THE AMOUNT OF 100
PERCENT 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 PERCENT
OF THE IMPROVEMENT COSTS SHALL BE SUBMITTED TO THE CITY FOR A ONE
YEAR PERIOD.
15. WATER AVAILABILITY CHARGE BE PAID PRIOR TO RELEASING THE PLAT FOR
RECORDING.
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ALL NECESSARY TRUNK SANITARY SEWER AND WATER ASSESSMENTS, AND
LATERAL WATER ASSESSMENTS BE PAID PRIOR TO RELEASING THE PLAT FOR
RECORDING.
17. ALL NECESSARY PERMITS SHALL BE RECEIVED PRIOR TO COMMENCING
WORK WITHIN ANY EASEMENTS.
18. ALL COMMENTS IN THE MEMO FROM STREET/PARK SUPERINTENDENT PHIL
HALS SHALL BE INCORPORATED INTO THE PLANS.
19. ALL MAILBOXES SHALL BE CLUSTERED.
20. LANDSCAPE EASEMENTS SHALL BE INCLUDED AROUND ALL DEVELOPMENT
AND NEIGHBORHOOD SIGNS.
Mayor Klinzing indicated she would be voting against the four final plats for Trott
Brook Farms. She stated that the influx of population from these plats will be too
great of an impact to the city at this time.
COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 4-1. Mayor
Klinzing opposed.
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COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ MOVED TO RESOLUTION 99-46 GRANTING FINAL PLAT
APPROVAL FOR TROTT BROOK FARMS SECOND ADDITION WITH THE SAME 20
STIPULATIONS THAT HAVE BEEN APPROVED FOR TROTT BROOK FARMS.
COUNCILMEMBER THOMPSON SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 4-1.
Mayor Klinzing opposed.
COUNCILMEMBER FARBER MOVED TO ADOPT RESOLUTION 99-47 GRANTING FINAL
PLAT APPROVAL FOR TROTT BROOK FARMS 3RD ADDITION WITH THE SAME 20
STIPULATIONS THAT HAVE BEEN,! APPROVED FOR TROTT BROOK FARMS.
COUNCILMEMBER THOMPSON SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 4-1
Mayor Klinzing opposed.
COUNCILMEMBER FARBER MOVED TO ADOPT RESOLUTION 99-48 GRANTING FINAL
PLAT APPROVAL FOR TROTT BROOK FARMS 4TH ADDITION WITH THE SAME 20
STIPULATIONS THAT HAVE BEEN,! APPROVED FOR TROTT BROOK FARMS.
COUNCILMEMBER MOTIN SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 4-1 Mayor
Klinzing opposed.
6.14. Elk River Shoooina Center Co. Reauest for Preliminary & Final Plat Aoproval Elk River
Plaza 4th Addition, Public Hearina Case No. P 99-8
Assistant Planner Scott Harlic~er indicated that Elk River Shopping Center has
requested preliminary and finial plat approval for Elk River Plaza 4th Addition. The
request involves the rePlattin~ of Lot 4, Block 2, Elk River Plaza into three lots.
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6.15. North Memorial Health Care Reauest for Conditional Use Permit for Health Care
Clinic Elk River Plaza 4th Addition, Public Hearina Case No. Cu 99-18
Assistant Planner Scott Harlicker noted that North Memorial Health Care has
requested to amend the Elk River Plaza PUD to allow a 40,000 square foot medical
clinic located at the northwest corner of the Elk River Mall.
6.16. David Olson Reauest for Conditional Use Permit for Drua Store - Elk River Plaza 4th,
Public Hearina Case No. CU 99-19
Assistant Planner Scott Harlicker explained that David Olson has requested a
conditional use permit to amend the Elk River Plaza PUD to allow a 15,000 square
foot retail building. The specific request is to locate a drug store on the site.
6.17. David Olson Request for Conditional Use Permit for Restaurant - Elk River Plaza 4th,
Public Hearinq Case No. CU 99-20
Assistant Planner Scott Harlicker indicated that David Olson has requested a
conditional use permit to amend the Elk River Plaza PUD to allow a 13,000 square
foot Class I restaurant and retail space.
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Assistant Planner Scott Harlicker reviewed the staff reports on items 6.14 - 6.17. He
explained that part of the existing mall will be demolished for these three buildings
and noted that the main concern revolves around the shortage of parking spaces.
He stated that the proposed redevelopment will result in a shortage of 279 parking
spaces. He then explained that the redevelopment actually meets the required
parking spaces, however, the theater was approved in 1997 with a shortage of 348
parking spaces. He noted that staff felt the parking would be adequate due to
the fact that the medical and entertainment/dining uses compliment each other
for use of the parking lot.
Mayor Klinzing opened the public hearings for items 6.14,6.15,6.16, and 6.17.
Jerry Peddler. Director of ProDertv DeveloDment for North Memorial Health Care,
discussed the details explaining how the site was chosen.
Rick Dahl. BWBR reviewed the architecture of the proposed facility.
Lee Hoffman. Madison MarQuette. spoke about issues relating to parking and
traffic.
Dave Everson. Madison MarQuette. spoke about the parking issue and reviewed
the weekend parking demand.
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Courtney Kooch. RSP Architects spoke about addressing the planning commission
concerns of the building being more of a residential style. He indicated that
mansard roofs have been added at the ends of the building to address this
concern.
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There being no further comments on the matter, Mayor Klinzing closed the public
hearing.
PRELIMINARY PLAT
COUNCILMEMBER MOTIN MOVED TO APPROVE THE PRELIMINARY PLAT FOR ELK RIVER
PLAZA 4TH ADDITION CASE NO. 99-8 WITH THE FOLLOWING STIPULATIONS:
1. DRAINAGE AND UTILITY EASEMENT BE SHOWN ON THE PLAT PER ELK RIVER
UTILITIES RECOMMENDATION.
2. ALL COMMENTS OF THE CITY ENGINEER BE ADDRESSED.
3. ALL NECESSARY CROSS PARKING AND ACCESS AGREEMENTS BE APPROVED
BY THE CITY ATTORNEY AND RECORDED WITH SHERBURNE COUNTY.
COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0
FINAL PLAT
COUNCILMEMBER MOTlN MOVED TO ADOPT RESOLUTION 99-49 GRANTING FINAL
PLAT APPROVAL FOR ELK RIVER PLAZA 4TH ADDITION WITH THE FOLLOWING
STIPULATIONS:
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DRAINAGE AND UTILITY EASEMENT BE SHOWN ON THE PLAT PER ELK RIVER
UTILITIES RECOMMENDATION.
2. ALL COMMENTS OF THE CITY ENGINEER BE ADDRESSED.
3. ALL NECESSARY CROSS PARKING AND ACCESS AGREEMENTS BE APPROVED
BY THE CITY ATTORNEY AND RECORDED WITH SHERBURNE COUNTY.
COUNCILMEMBER FARBER SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR RETAIL BUILDING
COUNCILMEMBER FARBER MOVED TO APPROVE A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO
AMEND THE ELK RIVER PLAZA PUD TO ALLOW A 15,000 SQUARE FOOT RETAIL BUILDING
WITH THE FOLLOWING STIPULATIONS:
1. WINDOWS AND TREES BE PROVIDED ALONG THE FRONT FACADE.
2. THE ACCESS BETWEEN BURGER KING AND THE DRIVE- THRU AISLE BE
ELIMINATED AND LANDSCAPED.
3. ALL COMMENTS OF THE CITY ENGINEER BE ADDRESSED.
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4.
THE ELK RIVER PLAZA PUD AGREEMENT BE AMENDED TO ALLOW A 15,000
SQUARE FOOT RETAIL BUILDING AND SIGNAGE AS SHOWN ON THE
APPROVED SITE PLAN.
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5. ALL WALL SIGNS SHALL REQUIRE A SIGN PERMIT AND COMPLY WITH THE ELK
RIVER PLAZA PUD AGREEMENT.
6. THE LANDSCAPE PLAN BE APPROVED BY THE CITY.
7. COORDINATE THE FACADE OF THE DRUG STORE WITH THE CLINIC.
COUNCILMEMBER MOTIN SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR RESTAURANT AND RETAIL SPACE
COUNCILMEMBER FARBER MOVED TO APPROVE A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO
AMEND THE ELK RIVER PLAZA PUD TO ALLOW A 13,000 SQUARE FOOT CLASS I
RESTAURANT AND RETAIL SPACE WITH THE FOLLOWING STIPULATIONS:
1. THE ELK RIVER PLAZA PUD AGREEMENT BE AMENDED TO ALLOW THE 200 SEAT
CLASS I RESTAURANT WITH ON-SALE LIQUOR AND 6,444 SQUARE FOOT RETAIL
SPACE AS SHOWN ON THE APPROVED SITE PLAN.
2. THE MONUMENT SIGN BE INSTALLED AS SHOWN ON THE APPROVED SITE PLAN
AND RECEIVE THE REQUIRED SIGN PERMIT.
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ALL WALL SIGNAGE COMPLY WITH THE ELK RIVER PLAZA PUD SIGN
AGREEMENT AND RECEIVE THE REQUIRED SIGN PERMITS.
4. ALL COMMENTS OF THE CITY ENGINEER BE ADDRESSED.
5. THE LANDSCAPE PLAN BE APPROVED BY THE CITY.
COUNCILMEMBER THOMPSON SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR MEDICAL CLINIC
COUNCILMEMBER FARBER MOVED TO APPROVE THE CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO
AMEND THE ELK RIVER PLAZA PUD TO ALLOW A 40,000 SQUARE FOOT MEDICAL CLINIC
WITH THE FOLLOWING STIPULATIONS
1. ALL COMMENTS OF THE CITY ENGINEER BE ADDRESSED.
2. THE ELK RIVER PLAZA PUD AGREEMENT BE AMENDED TO ALLOW THE MEDICAL
CLINIC AND SIGNAGE AS PROPOSED.
3. LIGHTING STANDARDS AND LIGHTING PLAN BE APPROVED BY THE CITY.
4. THE LANDSCAPE PLAN SHALL BE APPROVED BY THE CITY.
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COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
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7. Other Business
There was no other business.
8. Staff Updates
Pat Klaers advised the Council that capital improvements will be discussed at next
week's Council meeting.
Pat Klaers advised the council that department heads will be available for Y2K
discussion at the July 12th council meeting. He further noted that NSP and
Minnegasco will also be in attendance on July 12 to discuss a franchise
agreement.
The City Engineer updated the council on the School Street project.
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Director of Planning Michele McPherson informed the council that the Planning
Commission will be discussing cluster development at its next meeting.
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Adiournment
There being no further business, Mayor Klinzing adjourned the City Council meeting
at 10: 10 p.m.
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Sandra Peine
City Clerk
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