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02-12-1990 CC MIN e -- e MEETING OF THE ELK RIVER CITY COUNCIL HELD AT THE ELK RIVER PUBLIC LIBRARY MONDAY, FEBRUARY 12, 1990 Members Present: Mayor Tralle, Councilmembers Holmgren, Dobel, Schuldt and Kropuenske Members Absent: None Staff Present: Pat Klaers, City Administrator; Sandy Thackeray, Clerk; Peter Beck, City Attorney; Steve Rohlf, and Zoning Administrator; Lori Johnson, Director; Harry Hoffman, Springsted City Building Finance 1. Call Meetin~ to Order Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the meeting of the Elk River City Council was called to order by Mayor Tralle at 7:00 p.m. 2. Consider 2/12/90 City Council A~enda Items 5.2 and 5.3 were moved to the end of the Building and Zoning Items. COUNCILMEMBER DOBEL MOVED TO APPROVE THE 2/12/90 CITY COUNCIL AGENDA AS AMENDED. COUNCILMEMBER KROPUENSKE SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOlnON CARRIED 5-0. 3. Consider 1/29/90 City Council Minutes Councilmember Holmgren indicated that he would like the following sentence added to the eighth paragraph on Page 2; "Councilmember Holmgren raised the question regarding an explosion that took place at the RDF Plant". COUNCILMEMBER KROPUENSKE MOVED TO APPROVE THE 1/29/90 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES. COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0. 3.2 Consider 2/5/90 City Council Minutes COUNCILMEMBER SCHULDT MOVED TO APPROVE THE 2/5/90 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES. COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0. 4. Open Mike No one appeared before the Council for this item. City Council Minutes February 12, 1990 Page 2 e 5.1 Administrative Subdivision ReQuest by Larry CzYscon/P.H./AS-90-002 Mayor Tralle indicated that Larry and Joanne Czyscon have applied for an Administrative Subdivision to split a 20 acre parcel of land into 2 10 acre parcels. Steve Rohlf, Building and Zoning Administrator pointed out the location of the affected property. Mr. Rohlf indicated that there is a swamp located between Pascal Street and the buildable site on the northernmost lot. He stated that Mr. Czyscon has roughed in a location for a driveway to access that lot. Mayor Tralle opened the public hearing. 'I'here being no one for or against the matter, Mayor Tralle closed the public hearing. COUNCILMEMBER DOBEL MOVED TO APPROVE THE ADMINISTRATIVE SUBDIVISION REQUESTED BY LARRY CZYSCON TO SPLIT A 20 ACRE PARCEL INTO TWO 10 ACRE PARCELS WITH THE FOLLOWING S'l'IPULATIONS: 1. That $350 in Park Dedication be paid to the City for the newly created lot. e 2. That the northernmost lot have a minimum 160' of frontage and that the southernmost lot have a minimum of 30' abutting the improved portion of Pascal St. and 200th Avenue. 3. That prior to recording this lot split the Czyscon's provide City staff with a survey verifying stipulation #2. 4. That the construction of the driveway on the northern portion of this lot meet all DNR and Army Corps of Engineer regulations. Further, that the holding capacity of the swamp that needs to be skirted with the drive to access the northern parcel is not diminished. Lastly, that the swamp in this area be left in its natural state as much as possible. 5. That the proposed lot line does not create an encroachment to existing structures. COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0. 5.4 Conditional Use Permit/Abidin~ Church/P.H./CU-90-003 Savior Evan~elical Lutheran e Mayor Tralle indicated that Abiding Savior Evangelical Lutheran Church is requesting approval of a conditional use permit to allow an institutional use; a church. He stated that the church is proposed on property adjacent to the intersection of County Road #l and 193rd Avenue. Arlon Fuchs, Planning Commission Representative, indicated that the Planning Commission recommended approval with the stipulations set forth in the memo from the Building and Zoning Administrator dated February 7, 1990. The Building and Zoning Administrator reviewed with the Council the stipulations set forth by the Planning Commission. City Council Minutes February 12, 1990 Page 3 e 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 REQUEST BY ABIDING SAVIOR EVANGELICAL CHURCH TO ALLOW AN INSTITUTIONAL USE (CHURCH) ON PROPERTY ADJACENT TO COUNTY ROAD #1 AND 193RD AVENUE WITH THE FOLLOWING STIPULATIONS: 1. That the parking and drive be hardsurfaced and striped. That the drive be made three lanes, one entrance, two exits: The left exit lane being a left hand turn lane and the right exit being a right hand turn lane. 2. That the Church be required to provide one parking stall for each four seats in the main sanctuary as per City Ordinance. 3. That the exterior of the Church be brick as proposed on the attached plans. 4. That the lighting for the parking lot be as per City Code. 5. That to the maximum extent possible the natural vegetation on the site (trees and grass) be left undisturbed. The areas disturbed by construction on the lot must be stabilized with at least grass and a minimum of trees and shrubs. Further, that evergreens be planted on the west side of the proposed parking lot extending 15 feet south of the south end of the parking lot to screen it from the adjacent residential dwelling. Lastly, utilities on site and the proposed freestanding sign must be screened with plantings. e 6. That the Church petition for the improvement of 193rd Avenue which waives their right to appeal the improvement. 7. That the Church be allowed, for the time being, to utilize an on site septic system, the design calculations of which must be by a certified designer after a perc test. 8. That signage for the Church be as per City Code with the freestanding sign proposed having its pillars constructed of brick as proposed. 9. That prior to building permit issuance, a grading plan with drainage elevations be approved by the City Engineer. Further, that the Church gain the appropriate drainage easements, if needed, and that the parking area be drained by storm piping as recommended by the City Engineer. e 10. That if a dumpster is placed on the site it be screened in a design architecturally harmonious with the design of the Church building. 11. That no mechanical units be allowed on the roof of the Church building. e e e City Council Minutes February 12, 1990 Page 4 COUNCILMEMBER DOBEL SECONDED THE MOTION. Councilmember Schuldt questioned why the staff should be approving the landscaping. Planning Commissioner Fuchs indicated that because the Ci ty has no landscaping ordinance at the present time and that there was nothing in the applicant's proposal, the Planning Commission requested that the staff assure that landscaping does take place. MOTION CARRIED 5-0. 5.5 Conditional Use Permit/Elk River Printin~/P.H./CU-90-001 Mayor Tralle indicated that Elk River Printing is proposing a printing shop at 596 Dodge Avenue NW. Steve Rohlf, Building and Zoning Administrator, referred the Council to the site map showing the location of the proposal as being 596 Dodge Avenue NW. He further indicated that the applicant is requesting a conditional use permit for light manufacturing in the Barrington Place PUD to operate a printing operation. Planning Commission Representative, Rita Johnson, indicated that the Planning Commission unanimously voted to recommend approval of the conditional use permit. 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 ELK RIVER PRINTING TO ALLOW A LIGHT MANUFACTURING (PRINTING OPERATION) TO BE LOCATED AT 596 DODGE AVENUE NW, ELK RIVER WITH THE FOLLOWING STIPULATIONS: 1. That the CUP for light manufacturing in this location is specifically for "printing" as defined by Elk River Printing's current operation. Any major expansion of Elk River Printing's operation requires an additional review. 2. That no outside storage be allowed. 3. That the proposed exhaust fan for the building does not create excessive noise or odor. 4. That Elk River Printing be allowed 75 square feet of wall signage. 5. If parking becomes a problem, that additional parking be added. COUNCILMEMBER DOBEL SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0. 5.6 Consider Kennel License Renewal by Spen~ler & Ma~ney Mayor Tralle indicated that Jo Magney and Joe Spengler have applied for a renewal of their kennel license located at 20722 York Street in Elk River. He indicated that during the past year the staff has received no complaints regarding the current kennel operation. He further City Council Minutes February 12, 1990 Page 5 e indicated that staff has inspected the operation and all stipulations have been complied with. COUNCILMEMBER KROPUENSKE MOVED TO APPROVE A KENNEL LICENSE FOR JO MAGNEY AND JOE SPENGLER AT 20722 YORK STREET FOR A MAXIMUM OF NINE SPRINGER SPANIELS. COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0. 5.7 Discussion Wm. Ga~ne/Sandpiper Estates I & II This item was tabled due to Mr. Gagne's absence. 5.8 Zonin~ Assistant Application Update Steve Rohlf, Building and Zoning Administrator, indicated that the City has received 73 applications for the position of Zoning Assistant. He indicated that staff is reviewing the applications and that interviews will take place during the week of February 19. 5.9 Buildin~ & Zonin~ Administrator Update e The Building and Zoning Administrator updated the Council on the following environmental subjects: 1. Danny's Trannys Steve Rohlf indicated that the test results from Danny's Trannys have been analyzed and staff does not feel remedial action will be necessary for the site. Mayor Tralle requested that staff notify neighboring residents by letter indicating that the issue has been cleared up. 2. Landfill Steve Rohlf indicated that the Landfill will be applying for a conditional use permit and license to run a thermal conditioner to treat petroleum contaminated soil. He further indicated that the Landfill will be holding an informational meeting and that the Planning Commission and Council are invited to this meeting. 3. Steve's Oil Steve Rohlf updated the Council regarding Steve's Oil. He indicated that City staff, in cooperation with MPCA, has approved a testing and monitoring plan for the Steve's Oil tank site in Elk Ri ver. He stated that tests for the site should be in place within a month. e 4. Landmark Motel Steve Rohlf indicated that staff has reviewed the operation of the Landmark Motel regarding the number of guests and possible safety City Council Minutes February 12, 1990 . Page 6 e problems. He indicated that there is a notable improvement in the operation from two years ago. Councilmember Schuldt questioned if the owner of the Landmark has been informed that the parking area must be hardsurfaced and directed staff to pursue the hardsurfacing of the existing parking area. Mayor Tralle indicated that the Landmark Motel came up during the Board of Review in 1989. He indicated that property values on both sides of the Landmark had been lowered due to the existing condition of the Landmark Motel. 5. Comprehensive Water Mana~ement Plan e Steve Rohlf indicated that Sherburne County is considering a Comprehensive Water Management Plan. He indicated that Sherburne County may be transferring control of the County ditches to the Ci ty. The Council discussed the ramifications of this action should this take place. Mayor Tralle questioned whether the County could just hand the ditches over to the Ci ty making the Ci ty fully responsible for the ditches. Council requested staff to research the situation and determine what exactly the City's rights are in this type of situation. 6.1 Consider EDA Resolution The City Administrator indicated that the Economic Development Authority has recommended that the number of Commissioners for the EDA be increased by two. He indicated that because of this an amendment to Resolution 87-63 must be made allowing for two non-Councilmembers to serve on the EDA. Mayor Tralle indicated that it would important that no more than three of EDA members leave office at one time. Discussion was held regarding the term of office for EDA Commissioners. It was the Council's consensus that one of the At Large Commissioners shall expire on 12/31/91 and the other on 12/31/93 and thereafter all At Large Commissioners shall serve six year terms. COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN MOVED TO ADOPT RESOLUTION 90-5, A RESOLUTION MODIFING THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY FOR THE CITY OF ELK RIVER. COUNCILMEMBER KROPUENSKE SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0. 6.2 Consider EDA Appointment The City Administrator indicated that the City had received two letters of interest for consideration of appointment to the EDA. He indicated that the letters of interest were submitted from Jeff Gongoll and Pat Dwyer. e COUNCILMEMBER DOBEL MOVED TO APPOINT PAT DWYER TO THE EDA WITH HIS TERM EXPIRING ON 12/31/91, AND ALSO TO APPOINT JEFF GONGOLL TO THE EDA WITH HIS TERM EXPIRING ON 12/31/93. COUNCILMEMBER KROPUENSKE SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0. City Council Minutes February 12,1990 Page 7 e 5.7 Sewer and Water Assessments for Sandoioer Estates I and II Mr. Gagne approached the Council and indicated that he has been waiting for close to three years for sewer and water to be installed in Sandpiper Estates. He indicated that he submitted a letter to Steve Rohlf requesting that Sandpiper Estates be placed in the same category as the present housing in the area and that if a trunk line is installed he would not be assessed for at least five years. Mr. Gagne has indicated that they have not been able to market the 44 one acre lots because of the probability of sewer and water coming in the future. He indicated that he did have some builders who are willing to buy the lots and build immediately if the five year deferment on the assessments would be put into effect. Steve Rohlf, Building and Zoning Administrator, indicated that it would not be appropriate for the City commit to no assessments for Mr. Gagne's lot. Mr. Gagne questioned whether there was anything the Council could do in order to help expedite the sale of the lots. He indicated that his taxes on the lots will be increased this year and that it is getting very costly to maintain the lots. Mayor Tralle authorized staff to discuss this problem with Bill Weber the City's Planner, and Terry Maurer the City's Engineer and to see if some type of solution could be decided. e 5.2. Zone Chan~e Reauest by R & D Development/Public Hearin~/ZC-90-001 Mayor Tralle indicated that R & D Development is requesting a zone change from R-lc to R-2b on the portion of the proposed plat of Bailey-Beck Addition, which is Block 2. Steve Rohlf, Building and Zoning Administrator, indicated that R-2b allows townhouse and multi-family residential buildings containing up to four units. Mr. Rohlf indicated that the Planning Commission recommended denial to the R-2b zone, but indicated that they would recommend approval for zoning to an R-2a which would accomodate two- unit buildings. Mr. Rohlf further indicated that the petitioners have agreed to have the R-2a considered. However, it is their preference to have the zoning R-2b. Arlon Fuchs, Planning Commission Representative, indicated that the Planning Commission recommended denial of the R-2b zone change request because they felt that four-unit buildings would not fit into a single family neighborhood. Rick Foster, Developer of R & D Development, indicated that it was their preference to have the zone change remain as R-2b. Steve Rohlf, Building and Zoning Administrator, cautioned the City Council not to consider what is proposed because you cannot set condi tions on a zone change. e Mayor Tralle opened the public hearing. There being no one for or against the matter, Mayor Tralle closed the public hearing. City Council Minutes February 12, 1990 Page 8 e Mr. Foster indicated that they would not be constructing fourplexes in the proposed plat. He indicated that they would be constructing four duplexes and one threeplex. Mayor Tralle indicated that the land value is much too high to put up a fourplex and, therefore, he felt comfortable with zoning the area to R-2b. Councilmember Kropuenske also indicated that due to the value of the property, he would prefer to see the property zoned R-2b. Councilmember Schuldt indicated that he is opposed to the R-2b zoning and his primary interest is to protect the neighborhood. COUNCILMEMBER KROPUENSKE MOVED TO ADOPT ORDINANCE 90-2, AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CITY OF ELK RIVER'S ZONING MAP TO ZONE LOCATED ON THAT PORTION OF THE PROPOSED PLAT OF BAILEY-BECK ADDITION OF BLOCK 2, FROM R-1C, SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL, TO R-2B, TO TOWNHOUSE MULTI FAMILY RES IDENT I AL . MAYOR TRALLE SECONDED THE MOT I ON . THE MOT I ON CARR I ED 4-1. COUNCILMEMBER SCHULDT OPPOSED. Mr. Rohlf indicated the Land Use Map would not need to be amended for this zone change. 5.3. Preliminary Plat Review for Bailey-Beck Addition by R & D 4It Development/Public Hearin~ Mayor Tralle indicated that R & D Development is proposing a plat consisting of sixteen single family lots and eleven townhouse units. Steve Rohlf, Building and Zoning Administrator, indicated that all proposed units will have City water and sewer. Ri ta Johnson, Planning Commission Representative, indicated that the Planning Commission recommended approval of the application with seventeen conditions as stated in the Building and Zoning Administrator's memo dated February 7, 1990. Ms. Johnson further indicated that the Planning Commission discussed the fact that there are safety concerns regarding the lack of street lights at the intersection of the Upland Avenue and Highway 10. Mayor Tralle opened the public hearing. Dick Hinkle, Representative of the Masonic Lodge, questioned whose responsibility it would be to pay for the cul-de-sac on Tipton Avenue. It was indicated by the Council that this would be negotiated between the two owners and further that it would not be an assessable project. e Jeff Vasser stated that the Developer's had purchased land from his father, who is now deceased. He indicated that at the time that the land was purchased, his father was told that the land would be used for a buffer zone to buffer adjoining properties. He indicated that it does not look like the land will be used for a buffer zone according the proposed preliminary plat. Mr. Vasser further indicated that he did not have anything in writing from the developers regarding the City Council Minutes February 12, 1990 Page 9 e buffer zone. The Council indicated that this would be a matter between Mr. Vasser and the developers and that the City could not become involved because there was no legal documentation showing the proposed buffer zone. Mayor Tralle closed the public hearing. COUNCILMEMBER KROPUENSKE MOVED TO APPROVE THE PRELIMINARY PLAT OF BAILEY-BECK ADDITION PROPOSED BY R & D DEVELOPMENT WITH THE FOLLOWING STIPULATIONS: 1. That final approval of streets, water, grading and drainage be as per Terry Maurer, City Engineer, that the approval is prior to final plat approval of the plat. This should include the final plat reflecting all the necessary easement to accomplish utilities. 2. That lots 2, 3, and 4, be given reasonable access to the City water lines, but not be forced to hook up to them unless desired by the owners and further that stub-in be provided. 3. That Fifth Street gain an additional 17 feet of right-of-way through the dedication of this plat. e 4. That upgrading of Fifth Street is not required as part of this plat approval. 5. That the developer gain approval of all the necessary permits from other agencies such as: approval by the DNR for drainage outletting to Lake Orono, Department of Health approval for water main extension, and approval from Minnesota Pollution Control Agency for sanitary sewer connection. 6. That the City's approval of this plat is contingent upon DNR approval of the townhouse units. 7. That the approval of this plat is contingent upon the zone change for those townhouse units being approved by the City. 8. That Tipton is a 32 foot wide face of curb to face of curb, urban section road with concrete curb and gutter and a 7 ton design. Final approval of these standard as per Terry Maurer, City Engineer. 9. That the developer reimburse the City for all plating fees prior to Council final plat review. This includes: $7,700 park dedication fee, $750 first sealcoating fee for Tipton Avenue and the estimated engineering costs, City Attorney fees and staff time, as estimated by staff. e 10. That prior to recording this plat, an $85,000 Letter of Credit in favor of the City is provided by the developer for security on the improvements that the City is to accept with this plat. City Council Minutes February 12, 1990 Page 10 e 11. That street lights are provided on the corner of Upland andl"ifth, Upland and Tipton, at the end of the cul-de-sac on Tipton, and on Upland and Highway 10 on the south side of Highway 10. The lights and the installation of them to be paid for by the developer, the fee for running the lights to be paid for by the City. 12. That Lots 1 through 7, Block 2, have their lowest floor approximately 878 feet above mean sea level. 13. That a townhouse association agreement is provided by the developer and approved by the City Attorney prior to the Council final plat approval. This to guarantee the maintenance of the private drive to access those townhouses and the common lot surrounding them. 14. That the townhouse units are provided two garage stalls each and parking as shown on the preliminary plat and the private road and parking is hardsurfaced. 15. That Lot 12, Block 2, is totally landscaped according to City Code at time of building permit issuance. e 16. That Lot 1, Block 1, is combined with other property to give it access to Xenia Avenue, or designed an unbuildable outlot until access is gained. This stipulation must be recorded on the property and be made part of the developer's agreement to put future purchases on notice. Further, that sewer and water stub-ins for Lot 1, Block 1, not be required at this time, but be the responsibility of whoever proposes to build on that lot. This also must be recorded on the property and entered into the developer's agreement. 17. That Lot 5, Block 3, be provided an additional 5 feet of frontage to meet the City's minimum 80 foot frontage requirement. COUNCILMEMBER DOBEL SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0. 6.3. Installation of Street Li~ht Mayor Tralle indicated that the Council had received a memo from the Police Chief regarding complaints received from concerned citizens on the lack of street lighting at the entrances into the Industrial Park off of County Road 1. COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN MOVED TO AUTHORIZE THE INSTALLATION OF A STREET LIGHT AT THE ENTRANCE INTO THE INDUSTRIAL PARK OFF OF COUNTY ROAD 1. COUNCILMEMBER DOBEL SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0. - 6.4. Deerfield 3rd Development A~reement Amendment Lori Johnson, Finance Director, indicated that the Developers of Deerfield 3rd are requesting that the City amend the Developers City Council Minutes February 12, 1990 Page 11 e Agreement so that Outlot A can be returned to the Developers even though all of the special assessments have not been made. The amendment allows for the exchange of Outlot A for a Letter of Credit in the amount of $214,000. Ms. Johnson indicated that the total principal outstanding is $201,555 and she indicated that the $214,000 Letter of Credit fully covers the outstanding principal on the remaining special assessments. Mayor Tralle indicated that the second issue regarding outlot A is the fact that this parcel of property is being looking at by the Planning Consultant and will be before the Planning Commission as a preliminary recommendation as tp what type of development should take place on the 169 corridor. Mayor Tralle indicated that it is staff's opinion that any requests for this parcel of property could be tabled until the planning study is completed. Steve Rohlf, Building and Zoning Administrator noted that the planning study would directly effect the property. Mayor Tralle indicated that he would not be willing to consider anything for this parcel of property until the City has adequate time to look at the Planning Study. He proposed that the Council consider placing a six month moratorium. e COUNCILMEMBER SCHULDT MOVED TO ADOPT THE DEERFIELD 3RD ADDITION CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT, PLANNED DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT, AND DEVELOPERS AGREEMENT FIRST AMENDMENT. COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN SECONDED THE MOTION. Councilmember Kropuenske explained that he would be abstaining because First National Bank has an option to purchase the property, if and when it is rezoned. MOTION CARRIED 4-0-1. Councilmember Kropuenske abstained. COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN MOVED TO DIRECT STAFF TO PREPARE AN ORDINANCE CALLING FOR A MORATORIUM FOR ANY REQUESTS FOR PROPERTY DEVELOPMENT LOCATED ON THE NORTHERN 169 CORRIDOR. COUNCILMEMBER SCHULDT SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 4-0-1. COUNCILMEMBER KROPUENSKE ABSTAINED. 6.5. Resolution Authorizin~ Issuance of $400.000 in Taxable Tax Increment Financin~ Bonds Harry Hoffman, Springsted, Inc., introduced a resolution which would provide for the negotiated sale of $400,000 in General Obligation taxable Tax Increment Bonds. He indicated that out of the $400,000, $295,000 will be used for property acquisition for the AmericInn Hotel project. e COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN MOVED TO ADOPT RESOLUTION 90-6, A RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR THE NEGOTIATED SALE OF $400,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION TAXABLE TAX INCREMENT BONDS SERIES 1990A. COUNCILMEMBER DOBEL SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED 5-0. City Council Minutes Feb~uary 12, 1990 Page 12 e 6.6. Call Board of EQualization Meetin~ COUNCILMEMBER KROPUENSKE MOVED TO CALL THE LOCAL BOARD OF EQUALIZATION MEETING TO BE HELD ON THURSDAY, APRIL 12, 1990, AT 6:00 P.M. AT THE SHERBURNE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION BUILDING. COUNCILMEMBER DOBEL SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 4-0-1. Councilmember Holmgren abstained. 6.7. Resolution for Feasibility Report for School Street and Proctor Avenue Intersection COUNCILMEMBER KROPUENSKE MOVED TO ADOPT 90-7, A RESOLUTION FOR THE CITY OF ELK RIVER ORDERING A PRELIMINARY FEASIBILITY REPORT IN THE OF THE SCHOOL STREET/PROCTOR AVENUE INTERSECTION IMPROVEMENTS OF 1990. COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0. 7. Check Re~ister COUNCILMEMBER SCHULDT SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0. 8.1. Ro~er Holm~ren-Community Center Task Force Update e Councilmember Holmgren informed the Council that the Task Force has met for the third time. He indicated that Ellie Kretch has resigned from the Task Force and that Kathleen Heaney has been approached regarding becoming a Task Force At Large member. The City Administrator indicated that Allan Kremer has contacted him regarding his interest in the Task Force. Councilmember Holmgren indicated that Pat Rasmusson has been elected as Chairperson and that meetings have been scheduled for the first Thursday and third Monday of every month until the project is completed. He further indicated that the Community Center Task Force has discussed site possibilities and that they are planning on touring surrounding Community Centers. COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN MOVED TO APPOINT ALLAN KREMER AND KATHLEEN HEANEY TO THE COMMUNITY CENTER TASK FORCE. COUNCILMEMBER DOBEL SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0. 9. City Administrator Update The City Administrator informed the Council that the City has received complaints regarding garbage spillage along Highway 10 and 165 Avenue. He indicated that this will have to be address during the conditional use permit and license renewal for NSP and UPA. e Councilmember Holmgren stated that he has seen two trucks driving out of UPA on Sunday. He indicated that this is the second time that he has noticed this happening and requested staff to inform UPA that this has not been approved by the City. e e e City Council Minutes February 12, 1990 Page 13 The City Administrator informed the Council that the Police Dog issue is moving forward. He indicated that Ron Nierenhausen has been appointed as the Canine Officer and that training is scheduled to start in March. The City Administrator informed the Council that the Park and Recreation Master Parks and Recreation Plan is near conclusion. He further indicated that the Park and Recreation Commission has been in discussion with Lake Orono Homeowners Association regarding the speed and number of boats on Lake Orono. The City Administrator informed the Council that the staff is considering entering into discussion with Mr. Gagne regarding property he owns. He indicated that the City is interested in this property for the purpose of constructing the Waco Street bridge. It was the consensus of the Council that it is acceptable for the staff to proceed and enter into discussions with Mr. Gagne regarding property for the Waco Street bridge. The City Administrator informed the Council and showed pictures to the Council of the Street Department sign that has been constructed by the Street Department. Councilmember Kropuenske indicated that the Street Department should be commended on the sign. 10. Adjournment There being no further business, COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN MOVED TO ADJOURN THE MEETING. COUNCILMEMBER DOBEL SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0. The meeting of the Elk River City Council adjourned at 9:35 p.m. Respectfully submitted, i:.:~~ Ci ty Clerk r /