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MEETING OF THE ELK RIVER CITY COUNCIL
HELD AT THE ELK RIVER PUBLIC LIBRARY
MARCH 2. 1987
Members Present: Mayor Gunkel. Councilmembers Dobel. Tralle. Holmgren
and Schuldt.
Members Absent: None
Staff Present: Pat Klaers. City Administrator; Lori Johnson. Financial
Director.
1. The meeting was called to order at 7:30 p.m. by Mayor Gunkel.
2. Consider Agenda
Pat Klaers stated that there would be no requested action on item #5.5-
Beer/Wine Resolution due to the fact that there has been no legislation
introduced at this time.
Councilmember Schuldt added discussion on Main street as a topic under
item #7- other business.
COUNcILMEMBER TRALLE MOVED TO APPROVE THE AMENDED AGENDA OF THE ELK RIVER
CIT! COUNCIL FOR THE MARCH 2, 1987 MEETING. cOUNCILMEMBER SCHULDT
SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
3.1
Consideration of 2-9-87 City Council Minutes
Under item #5.2. delete the paragraph beginning. "I question if..." under
item /15.4. add to the motion the words "and have routes" after "receiving
hours. "
cOUNCILMEMBER TRALLE MOVED TO APPROVE THE FEBRUARY 9. 1987 CITY COUNCIL
MINUTES AS AMENDED. COUNCILMEMBER DOBEL SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION
CARRIED 5-0.
3.2 Consideration of 2-23-87 City Council Minutes
Under item #6.4. it was noted that a face lift was also discussed. Under
item /17.4. add the words "as a street". Under item /17.9. add the words.
"because both lots would be land locked." Under item /18.1. delete the
words "the utility commission meeting which he recently attended." and
add the words "a meeting with the utility manager." Under item /18.3.
replace the word "recycling" with the words "deposit legislation" in two
sentences.
COUNCILMEMBER SCHULDT MOVED TO APPROVE THE FEBRUARY 23. 1987 CITY COUNCIL
MINUTES AS AMENDED. COUNCILMEMBER DOBEL SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION
CARRIED 5-0.
4.
Open Mike
Pat Klaers would like it to be understood by the public that City Hall
will be closed on Friday. March 6. 1987 for a moving day. Comments
were made by Tom Zerwas. Chief of Police and Mayor Gunkel agreeing to
this matter. A message will be left on the recorder for any callers and
a message will be posted on the door.
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5.1 Fire Department Annual Report
Russ Anderson. Fire Chief for the City of Elk River. was in
present the Elk River Fire Department's Annual Report.
briefly explained the Annual Report to the City Council.
attendance to
Mr. Anderson
Councilmembers then asked various questions of Mr. Anderson regarding
such things as: man power. number of runs per year. public awareness.
ambulance calls. boundaries. and average volunteer time involvement.
Brief discussion was also held on a future addition to the fire station.
practice runs or drills. and a helicopter service.
The report was accepted by the City Council as presented by Mr. Anderson
5.2 Award Tanker Truck Bids
Bids were received for the purchase of a new water tanker truck for the
Elk River Volunteer Fire Department. Russ Anderson. Fire Chief was
present to explain to the Council the bid proposals he received. Mr.
Anderson requested approval to go with the bids received from Boyer
Truck. Minneapolis for the truck and Engel Fabrication. Sauk Centre.
Minnesota for the tank.
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cOUNCILMEMBER TRALLE MOVED APPROVAL OF THE BIDS FOR A NEW TANKER TRUCK AS
RECOMMENDED BY RUSS ANDERSON, FIRE. CHIEF. IN HIS 2/23/87 REPORT~
COUNCILMKMBER HOLMGREN SECONDED THE MOTION. . THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
5.3
Police Contract
Pat Klaers breifly explained to the Council the proposed changes in the
Elk River Police Department contract. The proposed wage increase is
based on the fact that the~e has. in the past. been such a large gap
between Elk River and the metropolitan communities in the area of pay
rates for police officers. With the proposed increases. by 1988 the gap
should be approximately 6%. Once this lower gap level is established. it
is projected to remain. Mr. Klaers also stated that city participation
in the insurance coverage is proposed to increase by $10 per month for
1987 and 1988. This will then be covering slightly more than half of a
family coverage plan. Mr. Klaers also stated that vouchers will need to
be submitted by officers before receiving their uniform allowance in
order to insure that public funds are being spent for a public
purpose. The uniform allowance is proposed to be $350/year in 1987 and
$375/year in 1988.
Questions were raised by the Council in regards to the morale of the
officers; how the gap could remain if neighboring communities were to
jump 10%; and whether or not a gap is being kept between the chiefs pay
and the sargeants pay.
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COUNCILMlMBER DOBEL MOVED TO APPROVE THE LANGUAGE CLARIFICATIONS AND THE
fINANCIAL PACKAGE or THE 1987 POLICE CONTRACT AS PRESENTED IN THE 2/23/87
MlMO rROM THE CITY ADMINISTRATOR. COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN SECONDED THE
MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
5.4 Consider Amendment to Salary Resolution
Pat Klaers explained to the Council that the City only intends to pay
holiday. vacation and sick time benefits to clerical permanent part-time
employees.
The word clerical had been omitted in two sentences under paragraph
number 6 from the 1987 salary resolution.
COUNCILMEMBER TRALLE
"CLERICAL" TO ITEM
MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
MOVED TO APPROVE RESOLUTION 87-15 ADDING THE WORD
#6. cOUNCILMEMBER DOBEL. SECONDED THE MOTION . THE
5.5 Beer/Wine Resolution
No action was taken due to no legislation having been introduced at this
time.
~ 5.6 City Hall Proposals
Lori Johnson was in attendance to
information on parties interested
facilities. The three parties Ms.
furniture storage. and a gift shop.
present to the Council recent
in renting the present City Hall
Johnson spoke on are CAER. a
CAER is strongly interested in renting the lower level of City Hall. The
question was raised asking if CAER realizes the amount of work needed in
that area. The Council also questioned the financial situation. It was
then decided that CAER come and see the facilities. and discuss finances.
An individual contacted Ms. Johnson regarding the renting of the lower
level of City Hall to be used as a furniture storage facility. Ms.
Johnson stated that this caller was willing to pay $200 rent a month. was
asking about utilities since he will use very little heat and lights. and
would like a two (2) year lease. Ms. Johnson stated that this man was
also interested in possibly purchasing the building.
There was also some interest
the Police Department as
questioned the possibility
accomodations. Ms. Johnson
buying the building.
shown by a party. Ms.
a gift shop. The
of removing some
also said this party
Johnson stated. to use
interested party had
walls for better
was also interested in
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The general consensus of the Council was to not sell the City Hall site
until they have a permanent facility. It was also the consensus of the
Council to try to facilitate CAER.
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Pat Klaers and Lori Johnson are to see what can be worked out with CAER
and other possible businesses for the renting of City Hall. It was
further noted that interested parties should be informed that the walls
in the city hall will not be removed and further that this building will
not be used as a warehouse. Another ad will be run in the newspaper. and
proposals will be presented to the City Council when available.
6. Check Register
COUNCILMEHBER TRALLE MOVED TO APPROVE THE CHECK REGISTER. COUNCILMEMBER
DOBEL SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0. .
7. Other Business
Councilmember Schuldt began a discussion on the reconstruction of Main
Street. He stated that he believes planning must begin now if the
project is to take place in 1988.
Pat Klaers said that neighborhood
early Summer to discuss the
owners. Mayor Gunkel mentioned
present at these meetings.
meetings are to begin in late Spring or
project with area residents and business
the possibility of Councilmembers being
A main concern of the project is the required utility improvements.
Pat Klaers will bring this matter to the attention of Terry Maurer. for a
timetable of the project.
8.
Adj ournment
'l'HERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS, COUNCILMEMBER TRALLE MOVED TO ADJOURN
'I'HE CIT! COUNCIL MEETING. COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN SECONDED THE MOTION~
THE MOTION PASSED 5-0.
The meeting of the Elk River City Council adjourned at 9:15 p.m.
Respectfully submitted.
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Danille Mathison
Recording Secretary
COMMITTEE MEETING
OF THE ELK RIVER CITY COUNCIL
HELD AT THE ELK RIVER PUBLIC LIBRARY
MARCH 2. 1987
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Members Present: Mayor Gunkel. Councilmembers Dobel. Tralle. Schuldt.
Holmgren.
Members Absent: None
Staff Present: Pat Klaers. City Administrator.
1. The meeting was called to order at 9:16 p.m. by Mayor Gunkel
2. Hydrant-Maintenance Fees
Discussion was held in regards to the services that are being received
from the Utilities Department for the City payments of hydrant
maintenance fees. The City is currently paying $6500 a year but are now
unsure if any service is being provided.
Councilmember Tralle. a member of the Utilities Commission. is going to
mention to the Commisioner that the City would like to see documentation
showing the City agreed to pay such a fee and documentation showing what
services have been provided over the past six (6) years.
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Due to a lack of communication. the hydrant rental fee has not been paid
to the Utilities since August 1986.
3.
The 1987 Annual League Legislative Action Conference dealing with taxes
will be held March 10 in St. Paul. Mayor Gunkel made the registration
form available for anyone wishing to attend.
"Discover Elk River." a Community Education program to educate newcomers
to the community in the areas of commercial. retail. city and community
education. will be held on April 9. 1987 from 7-9 p.m. All Councilmembers
are encouraged to attend.
5. The Elk River Community Festival will be held on Saturday. June 13. The
Police Department will again be having a booth and it was suggested that
the Fire Department be added and also the Street Department with displays
of their past and current projects.
6. Camp Courage Wagon Train will be coming through Elk River on Friday.
June 19. with 20-30 wagons. These people use the trip as a fund-raiser
to help finance handicapped programs and have requested an evening meal
in the City. They will be putting on a variety show while in town as
part of the fund raiser.
Councilmember Schuldt suggested the City paying for the meal. Another
suggestion. which came from Mayor Gunkel. was to buy a piece of
advertising on the side of one of the wagons. which will be parked at the
fairgrounds while in town.
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7. A brief discussion was held regarding Dodge Avenue Days which is to take
place June 20th. There was no consensus from the Council on this topic
as far as City participation.
8.
The Sherburne
was discussion
parade or have
automobile. etc.
County Fair Parade will be held Friday July 24th. There
as to whether or not the City Council would walk in the
a form of transportation: fire truck. hay rack.
9.
The Board of Review
accessible day for the
21st with Ty Bischoff.
suitable.
is proposed to meet on May 14th. This was not an
Council. so Pat Klaers will discuss May 7th or May
County Assessor to see if either of these dates is
10. The City Hall Open House is going to try to be planned along with Law
Enforcement Week which falls on either the second or third week of May.
Pat Klaers distributed a work project list which will be further
discussed at a future Council Meeting.
12.
Adding Officer #11
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Tom Zerwas. Chief of Police. was present to request the hiring of an
Officer #11 be moved up from the original date of July 1st to May 1st or
15th. He also questioned the Council on the type of time frame they
are looking at for an Officer #12.
Mr. Zerwas also stated that with the additional Officer #11. a new squad
car would be needed. A request was planned for three (3) new squad cars
in 1988. With the purchase of a vehicle upon hiring of Officer #11. only
two(2) vehicles would be purchased in 1988.
Discussion was held among the Committee and Tom Zerwas in regards to the
reasoning for a new car. the early hiring of the officer. and the need
for an Officer #12.
It was the general consensus of the Council meeting to allow Mr. Zerwas
to begin the advertising process and this item will be brought before the
City Council at the March 23 Council Meeting.
13. Pat Klaers gave a brief presentation on the situation of an Economic
Development Coordinator. He suggested discussion take place on hiring an
experienced professional. establishing an entry level position. and the
role of consultants with the City.
14. A Growth Management meeting will be held at the New City Hall Conference
Hall on Monday. March 9th at 7:00 p.m.
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15. There was an update given on the Landfill. Pat Klaers distributed a
hand-out to Councilmembers. discussed testing out at the landfill. and
County involvement regarding responsibilities.
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16. Among the Council. discussion was held as to whether or not a City
Attorney should be hired to prosecute in municipal courts versus a County
Attorney. and. if so. from what firm. The Staff was directed to review
this possibility and report back to the Council.
THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS. COUNCILMEMBER TRALLE MOVED TO ADJOURN
THE COMMITTEE MEETING. COUNCILMEMBER DOBEL SECONDED THE MOTION~ THE
MOTION CARRIED 5-0..
Respectfully submitted.
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Danille Mathison
Recording Secretary