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03-16-1992 CC MIN . . . MEETING OF THE ELK RIVER CITY COUNCIL HELD AT THE ELK RIVER PUBLIC LIBRARY MONDAY, MARCH 16, 1992 Members Present: Mayor Tralle, Councilmembers Kropuenske, Dietz, Schuldt and Holmgren (7:10 p.m.) Members Absent: None Staff Present: Pat Klaers, City Administrator; steve Rohlf, Building and Zoning Administrator; Janelle Szklarski, Zoning Assistant; Sandy Thackeray, City Clerk; Darrell Mack, Wastewater Treatment Plant Superintendent; Peter Beck, City Attorney; John Lichter, Environmental Consultant; Mary Eberley, 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 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Tralle. 2. Consider 3/16/92 City Council Agenda Items 8.1. and 8.2. were added to the Council Agenda. Item 8.1.- City Hall Expenditures; 8.2. - Project Manager. COUNCILMEMBER SCHULDT MOVED TO APPROVE THE 3/16/92 CITY COUNCIL AGENDA AS AMENDED. COUNCILMEMBER KROPUENSKE SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 4-0. 3.1 Consider 2/24/92 City Council Minutes COUNCILMEMBER KROPUENSKE MOVED TO APPROVE THE 2/24/92 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES. COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 4-0. 3.2. Consider 3/2/92 City Council Minutes Councilmember Schuldt noted that as a point of clarification, Item 5.8., should indicate that staff researched the possibility of eliminating building permit remodeling fees and the request from Council was to research the possibility of reducing remodeling fees. COUNCILMEMBER SCHULDT MOVED TO APPROVE THE 3/2/92 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES AS AMENDED. COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 4-0. 4. Open Mike No one appeared for this item. 5.1. Consider Proclamation Camp Fire Birthday Week . . . Elk River City Council Minutes March 16, 1992 Page 2 Tralle read a proclamation by the City Council proclaiming March as Camp Fire Birthday Week. The proclamation was presented to a Fire Troop. The Camp Fire Troop thanked the Council by presenting with a cake made by the Camp Fire Troop. Mayor 17-23 Camp them 5.2. Call Assessment Public Hearing for Westwood Improvement Project The City Administrator informed the Council that the City has received the bids for the Westwood Improvement Project and is requesting the City Council to schedule the assessment public hearing for this project. Councilmember Dietz questioned the procedure to inform the public of the assessment options. Councilmember Holmgren arrived at this time (7:10 p.m.) After discussion by the Council, it was the sent to the residents informing them of dates for residents to stop by City Hall so assessment methods could be explained to them Engineer. consensus that a that would be that the five by staff and letter be available different the City Questions by one resident of the Westwood Area regarding the overhead costs of the project were addressed by the City Administrator. Eleanor Todahl indicated that there were a lot of extra costs that the homeowner must consider other than the assessment cost. The City Administrator indicated that these hookup and utility connection costs were discussed at the public hearing for the Westwood project and that most homeowners are aware of these expenses. Larry Hickman questioned whether the City had any luck in receiving funding for this project. Mayor Tralle indicated that no State or Federal funding is available but that the City would be paying a portion of the street improvement, which would reduce that portion of the assessment to the property owner. The City Administrator indicated that the City will be financing the trunk storm sewer line which will be running north and south and east and west. He indicated that the storm sewer laterals would be assessed to the Westwood Area. COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN MOVED TO HOLD A CITY COUNCIL MEETING ON APRIL 21, 1992, 7:00 P.M. AT SALK SCHOOL IN THE COMMONS AREA TO CONSIDER THE WESTWOOD AREA ASSESSMENTS. COUNCILMEMBER KROPUENSKE SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0. 5.3. Consider Garbage Appeal Board Reviewal Process Councilmember Holmgren indicated that when mandatory garbage went into effect in the City of Elk River it was the consensus of the City Council that there would be provisions to allow certain exemptions to the mandatory service. He indicated that the City's ordinance was then amended to allow for these exemptions through review by an Appeals . . . Elk River City Council Minutes March 16, 1992 Page 3 Board. He stated that exemptions and feels ordinance so that each Appeal Board. the City Council is once again reviewing these that a time period should be included in the exemption is periodically reviewed by the Refuse Councilmember Dietz indicated that he felt the approved exemptions should be reviewed by the Refuse Appeal Board on an annual basis. The following people in the audience commented process and indicated they did not feel that all of Elk River were being treated equally regarding up: on the Appeal Board people within the City garbage service pick Cecelia Scheel Eleanor Todahl Dick Peterson Al Froehlich Madalyn Moos Councilmember Dietz indicated that mandatory garbage pick up is new to the City of Elk River and stated that the City is in a learning process. He indicated that the City Council has taken into consideration the comments made by the public regarding the fairness of the Appeal Board process and is attempting to make adjustments to this process. Councilmember Dietz requested that there be an immediate review of all current exemptions. COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN MOVED THAT ALL EXEMPTIONS FROM THE APPEAL BOARD BE REVIEWED ON A TWELVE MONTH BASIS BEGINNING ON THE ANNIVERSARY DATE OF THE EXEMPTION AND FURTHER THAT TWO CITIZEN MEMBERS BE ADDED TO SERVE ON THE APPEAL BOARD WITH ONE MEMBER BEING APPOINTED FOR A TWO YEAR TERM AND ONE MEMBER BEING APPOINTED FOR A ONE YEAR TERM WITH FOLLOWING APPOINTMENTS TO BE MADE EVERY TWO YEARS. COUNCILMEMBER KROPUENSKE SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0. It was the consensus of the Council to immediately begin reviewing current exemptions authorized by the Appeal Board. 5.4. Library Annual Report - Mick Stoffers Mick Stoffers introduced the Library Board members, Vicki Sullivan, Daryl Bronniche, Marsha O'Brien and Debra Anderson. Mick presented the 1991 Library Annual Report to the City Council. She reviewed the library purchases in 1991. Mick also noted that the circulation of library materials is at a high of 93,665 items. Mick further stated that there is a possibility that the Great River Regional Library will become automated within the next year. Mick thanked the Friends of the Library, the Elk River star News, Community Education and the Retired Seniors Volunteer Program for their contributions to the library. The Council questioned Mick Vicki Sullivan explained the Council at a later date about the library plans for expansion. that the Library Board will be meeting with to update them on the library expansion. Elk River City Council Minutes March 16, 1992 Page 4 . 6.1. Consider Environmental Assessment Worksheet by Barton Sand & Gravel Steve Rohlf, Building and Zoning Administrator, explained that Barton Sand and Gravel Company is requesting to mine gravel on an approximate 75 acre parcel of land located in the southwest corner of the intersection of County Roads 33 and 77. Steve further explained that crushing operations would take place in the new pit area on the west side of Proctor Avenue and then be conveyed under the road to the east side of Proctor Avenue at their current site where washing and transportation would take place. He further indicated that Barton has submitted data to prepare an Environmental Assessment Worksheet which would identify environmental issues for the proposed mine. Steve Rohlf recommended to the Council that an Environmental Impact Statement would not be needed based on responses received from several other governmental agencies and review of the data by City staff. COUNCILMEMBER KROPUENSKE MOVED TO ADOPT RESOLUTION 92-19, OF NEGATIVE DECLARATION ON ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT BARTON SAND AND GRAVEL COMPANY. COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0. A RESOLUTION WORKSHEET FOR SECONDED THE 6.2. Consider Zone Change to Mineral Excavation Overlay District by Barton Sand & Gravel Company/p.H. . Steve Rohlf explained that Barton Sand and Gravel has applied for a zone change to the Mineral Excavation Overlay District. Mary Eberley, Planning Commission Representative, stated that the Planning Commission reviewed the zone change and recommended approval to the Mineral Excavation Overlay District. COUNCILMEMBER SCHULDT MOVED TO ADOPT ORDINANCE 92-6, AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CITY OF ELK RIVER ZONING MAP TO ZONE CERTAIN PROPERTY TO THE MINERAL EXCAVATION OVERLAY DISTRICT. COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0. 6.3. Consider Conditional Use Permit and License for Mineral Excavation by Barton Sand & Gravel Company/P.H. Steve Rohlf explained that Barton Sand and Gravel is requesting a conditional use permit for expansion of a gravel pit. Mary Eberley, Planning Commission Representative, indicated that the Planning Commission discussed reclamation issues and the need for a comprehensive plan. She indicated that the Planning Commission recommended approval of the conditional use permit according to the seven standards required by the City. Mayor Tralle opened the public hearing. There being no one for or against the matter, Mayor Tralle closed the public hearing. . The Council discussed the conditions listed in the conditional use permit for Barton Sand and Gravel. Mayor Tralle questioned #8 in the conditional use permit which prohibits the hauling of gravel west on County Road 33. He questioned how this could be enforced. Gary Sauer, President of Barton Sand and Gravel, indicated that they have no actual Elk River city Council Minutes March 16, 1992 Page 5 . way of enforcing this issue, however they will post signs at their gravel pit indicating which direction trucks should be exiting. Councilmember Dietz questioned what reclamation is planned for the gravel pit. Steve Rohlf indicated that the new permit allows for reclamation to take place yearly on the new gravel pit. Councilmember Kropuenske questioned berming along Proctor Avenue. He indicated he would like to see some type of berming on both sides of the highway with some type of vegetation to avoid the windblown gravel. Steve Rohlf indicated that the conditional use permit could be revised to allow for berming to avoid windblown soil. COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ MOVED TO APPROVE THE CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR MINERAL EXCAVATION FOR BARTON SAND AND GRAVEL WITH THE ADDITION THAT GRASS BE ESTABLISHED ON THE BERMS TO AVOID WINDBLOWN EROSION FROM THESE BERMED AREAS. COUNCILMEMBER KROPUENSKE SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0. Steve Rohlf discussed the license necessary for Barton Sand and Gravel. Peter Beck, City Attorney, indicated that he would prepare the license and bring it back to the Council for approval in two weeks. 6.4. Easement Vacation by the City of Elk River . Janelle Szklarski, Zoning Assistant, indicated that the City of Elk River is requesting an easement vacation for a perpetual easement for street purposes which was dedicated to a piece of property to serve as a cul-de-sac on 196th Avenue. She indicated that at the time the easement was recorded, a mistake was made in the legal description describing the land on the north end of the property instead of the south end near the road. Mayor Tralle opened the public hearing. There being no one for or against the matter, Mayor Tralle closed the public hearing. COUNCILMEMBER KROPUENSKE MOVED TO ADOPT RESOLUTION 92-20, FOR VACATION OF AN EASEMENT FOR STREET PURPOSES. HOLMGREN SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0. A RESOLUTION COUNCILMEMBER 6.5. Request to Extend Completion Date for Improvements in the Plat of Barrington Hills by Gary Santwire . Steve Rohlf indicated that Barrington Hills plat was given final plat approval on April 15, 1991. A one year completion date on improvements in the plat was established at that time. Gary Santwire, representing REP, Ltd. of Elk River, is requesting a six month extension to the completion date. Steve Rohlf also indicated that Gary Santwire is also requesting one building permit to be issued after the Developer's Agreement is entered into, a Letter established and the plat recorded. Steve explained that it is the City's policy that house permits are issued after these items are completed and only after roads are surfaced with Class 5 and ready for tar, and sewer and water stubs are in place. . . . Elk River City Council Minutes March 16, 1992 Page 6 COUNCILMEMBER KROPUENSKE MOVED TO EXTEND THE BARRINGTON HILLS FINAL PLAT TO OCTOBER 1, 1992. SECONDED THE MOTION. COMPLETION DATE FOR COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ Councilmember schuldt indicated that he was the dissenting vote at the original time the plat was before the Council because it did not meet with current platting regulations and he would not be in favor of the extension at this time. THE MOTION CARRIED 3-1. Councilmember Schuldt opposed. stepped away from the table during this vote. Mayor Tralle COUNCILMEMBER KROPUENSKE MOVED TO ALLOW ONE HOUSE TO BE BUILT IN THE PLAT WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: 1. THAT THE BUILDING PERMIT STATE THAT NO CERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCY BE ISSUED UNTIL SEWER AND WATER STUBS ARE IN PLACE AND THAT THE ROAD IS SURFACED WITH CLASS 5 AND READY FOR TAR. 2. THAT THE DEVELOPER BE THE BUILDER NAMED ON THE BUILDING PERMIT. 3. THAT A LETTER OF CREDIT BE IN PLACE AND THE PLAT RECORDED. COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0. 6.6. Conditional Use Permit Request by Larry Burton Janelle Szklarski indicated that Larry Burton is requesting a conditional use permit to construct a non-agricultural accessory structure in excess of 1,000 square feet. Janelle further stated that the reason Mr. Burton is requesting permission to construct an accessory structure is to replace the structure which was destroyed by fire on his property. Mary Eberley, Planning Commission Representative, indicated that the Planning Commission recommended approval of the request. Mayor Tralle opened the public hearing. There being no one for or against the matter, Mayor Tralle closed the public hearing. COUNCILMEMBER SCHULDT MOVED TO APPROVE THE CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT REQUESTED BY LARRY BURTON, 18072 CLEVELAND STREET NW, TO CONSTRUCT A NON-AGRICULTURAL ACCESSORY STRUCTURE IN EXCESS OF 1,000 SQUARE FEET WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: 1. THAT THE COLOR OF THE BUILDING MATCH THE EXTERIOR OF THE HOUSE. 2. THAT THE APPLICANT BE REQUIRED TO SUBMIT ENGINEERED DRAWINGS IN ORDER TO RECEIVE A BUILDING PERMIT. 3. THAT THE APPLICANT BE ALLOWED TO DO INCIDENTAL REPAIR WORK ON HIS OWN EQUIPMENT BUT NOT BE ALLOWED TO BRING IN ANY OUTSIDE REPAIR WORK. COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0. . . . Elk River City Council Minutes March 16, 1992 Page 7 6.7. Conditional Use Permit Request by Elk River Municipal Utilities/P.H. Janelle Szklarski indicated that the Elk River Municipal Utilities is requesting a conditional use permit to construct a new building to house the well and filtration plant which are located at the intersection of Highway 10 and Main Street. She indicated that there is an existing building there which will be removed to accommodate the new structure which will measure 24 feet by 48 feet and will be constructed of concrete panels. Bob Mccartney, representing Elk River utilities, was present. Mary Eberley, Planning Commission Representative, indicated that the Planning Commission recommended approval of the request. Mayor Tralle opened the public hearing. There being no one for or against the matter, Mayor Tralle closed the public hearing. COUNCILMEMBER KROPUENSKE MOVED TO APPROVE THE CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT REQUESTED BY ELK RIVER MUNICIPAL UTILITIES TO CONSTRUCT A BUILDING TO HOUSE THE WELL AND FILTRATION PLANT AT THE SITE LOCATED AT HIGHWAY 10 AND MAIN STREET WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: 1. THAT A DETAILED GRADING PLAN BE SUBMITTED WITH THE BUILDING PERMIT APPLICATION AND THAT THE SLOPES ARE STABILIZED THROUGH APPROPRIATE METHODS WHICH ARE APPROVED BY THE BUILDING OFFICIAL. 2. THAT THE PROPOSED PARKING LOT HAVE A BITUMINOUS SURFACE. 3. THAT THE APPLICANT SHALL AID IN THE IMPLEMENTATION OF LANDSCAPING PLAN AS PREPARED BY THE CITY. THE COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0. The City Council recessed at 9:05 p.m. and reconvened at 9:15 p.m. 6.8. Ordinance Amendment to Section 900.08 and 900.12 Regulation of Animals by the City of Elk River/P.H. Janelle Szklarski indicated that City staff is proposing two ordinance amendments to regulate the keeping of animals within the City of Elk River. She noted that this issue was brought to the attention of the City Council when the City received a request to raise ostriches in an agricultural zone. She stated that at that time, the Council referred the animal ordinance to the Planning Commission and the Planning Commission has since then reviewed this ordinance. Janelle stated that the proposed ordinance amendments before the Council regulate domestic, agricultural, dangerous and nontraditional or exotic animals. Mary Eberley stated that the Planning Commission reviewed both ordinance amendments and recommended approval. Mayor Tralle opened the public hearing. There being no one for or against the matter, Mayor Tralle closed the public hearing. The Council discussed the two ordinance Discussion was held regarding existing uses amendments being proposed. and whether or not they . . . Elk River city Council Minutes March 16, 1992 Page 8 would hold grandfather rights. steve Rohlf indicated that the conditional use permits are reviewed every two years. The City Attorney stated that if the ordinance amendments are reasonable and the conditions in the ordinance are reasonable, the ordinance can be enforced at the time situations come to the City's attention. COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ REGULATING ANIMALS. MOTION CARRIED 5-0. MOVED TO ADOPT ORDINANCE COUNCILMEMBER SCHULDT SECONDED 92-7, THE AN ORDINANCE MOTION. THE COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ MOVED TO ADOPT ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 900.12, PERMITTED ACCESSORY AND DISTRICT. COUNCILMEMBER SCHULDT SECONDED THE CARRIED 5-0. 92-8, AN ORDINANCE CONDITIONAL USES BY MOTION. THE MOTION 6.9. Consider Ordinance Amendment Section 900.08 Junk Yard-Junk Vehicles by the City of Elk River/P.H. Steve Rohlf indicated that the City staff definition of a junk yard through an ordinance that the ordinance amendment would reduce the person may have to one vehicle. He further current ordinance allows two junk vehicles per is proposing to amend the amendment. He indicated number of junk vehicles a stated that the City's residence. Mayor Tralle opened the public hearing. There being no one for or against the matter, Mayor Tralle closed the public hearing. Mary Eberley, Planning Commission Representative, indicated that the Planning Commission recommended approval of the request. COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN MOVED TO ADOPT ORDINANCE 92-9, AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 900.08, DEFINITIONS, JUNK YARD. COUNCILMEMBER SCHULDT SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0. 6.10.0ther Janelle Szklarski indicated that she has received a request from Nancy Drews of Drews' Toys and Hobby Shop to locate a bike rack along the sidewalk. After discussion by the Council, it was the consensus to allow a bike rack to be located on the sidewalk in front of Drews' Hobby Shop. 5.5. Consider Bids for 3/4 Ton Pick Up and Vacuum Trailer/Waste Water Treatment Plant Darrell Mack, Waste Water Treatment Plant Superintendent, informed the City Council that the City received three bids on a new pick up. He indicated he is requesting that the Council consider awarding the bid to Elk River Chrysler which was the lowest bid at $15,238. COUNCILMEMBER KROPUENSKE MOVED TO AWARD THE BID FOR A PICK UP TRUCK TO ELK RIVER CHRYSLER IN THE AMOUNT OF $15,238. COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0. . . . Elk River City Council Minutes March 16, 1992 Page 9 Darrell Mack indicated that he also requested bids for a trailer mounted vacuum machine and received bids from two companies. He stated that because the low bid from Crysteel Truck Equipment Company does not meet the City's specifications, he is requesting to reject the low bid and accept the bid from Flexible Pipe Tool Company at $27,800. The Council discussed the fact that the City received only two bids for the trailer mounted vacuum machine. It was the consensus of the Council that the City readvertise for this equipment in the Minneapolis star Tribune Sunday Edition. COUNCILMEMBER KROPUENSKE MOVED TO REJECT THE BIDS FOR THE TRAILER MOUNTED VACUUM MACHINE. COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0. 5.6. Bids for Sale of Asplund Brush Chipper Pat Klaers indicated that the City received eleven sealed bids for the City's Asplund Brush Chipper ranging from $468 to $3,550. COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN MOVED TO AWARD THE BID TO ALLEN SPROSSIG FOR $3,550. COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0. 5.7. Quotes for Dump Box and Hydraulic System The City Administrator stated that the Street Department has requested quotes for a dump box and hydraulic system for the new 1 ton truck that is on order. He stated that the Street Department received three quotes and that Phil Hals is recommending that the Council accept the quote from Crysteel at $11,279 for a three-way triple tipper dump box. COUNCILMEMBER KROPUENSKE MOVED TO ACCEPT THE QUOTE FROM CRY STEEL OF $11,279 FOR THE THREE-WAY TRIPLE TIPPER DUMP BOX SOLENOID CONTROL CENTER FOR HYDRAULIC SYSTEM AND FISCHER SNOW PLOW. COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0. 5.8. Woodland Trails Park Addition The City Administrator stated that the City is considering the purchase of additional park land to expand Woodland Trails Park. He indicated that the City Council can waive Planning Commission review of this purchase if the Council deems that the park land purchase is not inconsistent with the Comprehensive Plan. It was the consensus of the Council that the purchase is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan. COUNCILMEMBER KROPUENSKE MOVED TO WAIVE THE PLANNING COMMISSION REVIEW PROCESS OF THE PURCHASE OF 2.91 ACRES NEAR THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF WOODLAND TRAILS PARK BECAUSE THE PURCHASE IS CONSISTENT WITH THE CITY'S COMPREHENSIVE PLAN. COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0. . . . Elk River City Council Minutes March 16, 1992 Page 10 7. Check Register COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ MOVED TO APPROVE THE CHECK REGISTER. COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0. 8.1. City Hall Expenditures Councilmember Schuldt questioned the authorization City Hall. Councilmember Kropuenske indicated with Zack Johnson and Counci1member Holmgren and have a solution to this concern. of expenditures for that he had a meeting felt that they may 8.2. Project Manager Councilmember Kropuenske indicated that during the meeting with himself, Councilmember Holmgren and Zack JOhnson, discussion was held regarding having a contract manager on site five days per week. He indicated that Zack Johnson had informed him that this could be written into the project bid. He further stated that to keep current of the building project progress, weekly meetings could be held between the Project Manager, Zack JOhnson, a Councilmember and City staff. Councilmember Kropuenske recommended that a committee be formed which would include Zack Johnson, Pat Klaers, City Administrator and one or two Councilmembers. He stated that the purpose of the committee would be to authorize or approve change orders. Councilmember Kropuenske also stated that this would address Gene's concern regarding the authorization of expenditures for City Hall. COUNCILMEMBER KROPUENSKE MOVED TO RESCIND THE EARLIER DIRECTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL TO HIRE A PROJECT MANAGER CONSULTANT AND TO HAVE INCLUDED IN THE BID FOR THE PROJECT THE REQUIREMENT THAT A SUPERINTENDENT BE ON SITE FIVE DAYS PER WEEK AND THAT THERE BE A TRAILER ON SITE FOR MEETINGS AND THAT WEEKLY MEETINGS BE HELD BETWEEN THE GENERAL CONTRACTOR, THE ARCHITECT AND CITY STAFF. COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0. COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN MOVED TO NOMINATE COUNCILMEMBER KROPUENSKE, ZACK JOHNSON AND PAT KLAERS TO SERVE AS THE BUILDING COMMITTEE WITH AUTHORITY TO APPROVE CHANGE ORDERS. COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 4-0. Mayor Tralle stepped away from the table during this time. Discussion was held regarding a security consultant. The Council made no conclusions regarding this issue and instructed staff to further research the issue. 9. City Administrator Update The City Administrator distributed a letter to the City Council from the City's Attorney Dave Sellergren. He indicated that Dave Sellergren will be leaving the firm of Larkin, Hoffman, Daly, Lindgren and is requesting the City to hear a presentation from himself to consider continuing his services with his new company. The City Administrator . . . Elk River City Council Minutes March 16, 1992 Page 11 further stated that Peter Beck of Larkin, Hoffman, Daly, Lindgren will also make a presentation to the Council regarding the City continuing their services with Larkin, Hoffman. Also, the City will continue to use Larkin, Hoffman until otherwise directed by the Council. 10. Adjournment There being no further business, COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN MOVED TO ADJOURN THE MEETING. COUNCILMEMBER SCHULDT SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0. The meeting of the Elk River City Council adjourned at 10:40 p.m. Respectfully submitted, 1 A J,. I}, 0-,'< d/~JzL~7 V~""",~-{..4. I . Sandra A. Thackeray City Clerk