07-17-2023 CCMMeeting of the Elk River City Council
Held at the Elk River City Hall
Monday, July 17, 2023
Members Present: Mayor John Dietz, Councilmembers Cory Gmpa, Mike Beyer (6:13 p.m.), Matt
Westgaard, and Jennifer Wagner
Members Absent: None
Staff Present: City Administrator Calvin Portner, City Attorney Jared Shepherd, Community
Development Director Zack Carlton, Senior Planner Chris Leeseberg, Engineer I
Ryan Sandhoefner, Engineering Project Manager Brandon Wisner, Administrative
Captain Joe Gacke, Police Chief Ron Nierenhausen, Business Services
Director/Assistant City Administrator Joe Stremcha, Multipurpose Facility
Superintendent Tim Dalton, and Records Specialist Katie Porath
I . Call Meeting to Order
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the meeting of the Elk River City Council was called to order
at 6:02 p.m. by Mayor Dietz.
2. Pledge of Allegiance:
Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
3. Consider Agenda
Councilmember Wagner asked to add Item 8.5, a discussion of a letter to MnDOT for business
district exit signage on Highway 169.
Moved by Councilmember Westgaard and seconded by Councilmember Grupa to approve
the agenda, as amended. Motion carried 4-0.
4. Consent Agenda
Mayor Dietz stated, if a third budget meeting was needed, he would prefer it be held on September 5,
2023.
Councilmember Wagner asked for clarification on the amount duo- in the iBackCheck Agreement for
Item 4.4. Mr. Portner explained the agreement amended terms for repayment.
Moved by Councilmember Wagner and seconded by Councilmember Westgaard to approve:
4.1
June 20, 2023, Minutes.
4.2
Check register as outlined in the staff report.
4.3
Pay estimates outlined in the staff report.
4.4
Amendment to Lease Agreement 23-19 with iBackCheck.
4.5
2023 Mineral Excavation Licenses.
4.6
Special Meetings for 2024 Budget Discussions on Monday, July 24, 2023, at 4:30 p.m.
and Monday, August 14, 2023, at 4:30 p.m.
4.7
Finance Assistant position description.
4.8
Temporary On -Sale Liquor License to the City of Elk River for the 2023 Riverfront
Concert Series scheduled on August 17, 2023, with the condition alcohol must be
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confined to an area enclosed by a fence with a secured, controlled access. Wrist band
control is required for patrons 21 and over.
4.9 Liquor license renewals for Speedway #4196, Speedway #4338, and Speedway #4470
for the period of July 1, 2023, through June 30, 2024.
4.10 Temporary On -Sale Liquor License to the City of Elk River for the Oktoberfest event
at the Furniture and Things Community Event Center scheduled on September 16,
2023, with the condition alcohol must be confined to an area enclosed with a secured,
controlled access. Wrist band control is required for patrons 21 and over.
4.11 Temporary On -Sale Liquor License to the Church of St. Andrew for their event
scheduled for September 17, 2023, with the condition alcohol must be confined to an
area enclosed by a fence with a secured, controlled access. Wrist band control is
required for patrons 21 and over.
4.12 2023 Street, Park, and Building Maintenance Divisions equipment replacement fund
purchases of five (5) pickups as outlined in the staff report.
4.13 Law Enforcement Agreement 23-20 between the City of Elk River and Independent
School District #728.
4.14 Temporary On -Sale Liquor License to the Fraternal Order of Eagles #3264 for their
event scheduled August 12, 2023, with the condition alcohol must be confined to an
area enclosed by a fence with a secured, controlled access. Wrist band control is
required for patrons 21 and over.
Motion carried 4-0.
S. Open Forum
No one appeared for Open Forum.
6.1 City of Elk River Volunteer of the Month
Mayor Dietz presented the July Volunteer of the Month award to Chris and Kati Grabrick. He
highlighted the following:
Started the group HOODLUM (Helping Out Others During Life's Unkind Moments).
■ Their Christmas program adopted 76 families/individuals with help during the holidays.
■ Raised more than $32,000 in 2021 to assist 15 families at Christmas with gifts, rent payments,
and bills.
■ Assist with parking at Thumbs Up event.
■ In 2019 they helped fillmore than 20,000 sandbags for Otsego flooding.
■ Helps with Lions Pancake breakfasts.
■ Organizes other HOODLUM events to benefit the Elk River Community.
6.2 Recognition of 30 Years of Service, Police Officer Mike Suchy
Police Chief Nierenhausen recognized Office Suchy for 30 years of service.
Mayor Dietz presented Officer Suchy with a plaque.
7.1 Zone Change: Planned Unit Development to Highway Commercial at 19101 Jackson
Avenue, Ann -Marie Ross on behalf of the estate of Roger W. Dickenson
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Mr. Leeseberg presented the staff report.
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Mayor Dietz opened the public hearing. There being no one to speak to this issue, Mayor Dietz
closed the public hearing.
Moved by Councilmember Grupa and seconded by Councilmember Westgaard to adopt
Ordinance 23-15 to rezone certain property from Planned Unit Development (PUD) to
Highway Commercial (C3) as the rezoning is consistent with the City of Elk River Land Use
Plan adopted as part of the City of Elk River Comprehensive Plan.
Motion carried 4-0.
7.2 Conditional Use Permit: Amend Planned Unit Development Agreement at 19475
Evans Street to Allow 45 sq. ft. Menu Board, Culver's Restaurant
Mr. Leeseberg presented the staff report.
Councihnetnber Beyer arrived at 6:13 p.m.
Mayor Dietz opened the public hearing. There being no one to speak on this issue, Mayor Dietz
closed the public hearing.
Moved by Councilmember Wagner and seconded by Councilmember Grupa to approve a
Conditional Use Permit, amending the Planning Unit Development Agreement to allow a 45
sq. ft. menu board for Culver's Restaurant,19475 Evans Street, as the standards set forth in
Section 30-654 have been satisfied.
Motion carried 5-0.
7.3 Conditional Use Permit: Construction of a Truck Terminal and Outdoor Storage at
16234 Jarvis Street — Collins Brothers Towing, Inc.
Mr. Leeseberg presented the staff report.
Mayor Dietz opened the public hearing. There being no one to speak to this issue, Mayor Dietz
closed the public hearing.
Counciltember Wagner asked the applicant if they were okay with the eight conditions, and they
responded that they were.
Moved by Councilmember Westgaard and seconded by Councilmember Wagner to approve a
Conditional Use Permit for the Construction of a Truck Terminal and Outdoor Storage at
16234 Jarvis St. NW with the following conditions to satisfy the standards set forth in Section
30-654:
1. All outdoor storage shall follow Section 30-807 regarding screening.
2. All comments outlined in the Letter of Complete dated June 14, 2023, shall be addressed.
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3. The office hours of operation shall be limited to 7 a.m. — 5 p.m.
4. The parking and driveway area outside of the fenced area shall be bound by B612 curb
and gutter.
5. All parking and driving areas must be finished with an approved surface — bituminous,
concrete, or compacted Class 5.
6. All areas not identified for parking or driving areas shall be maintained as turf grass in
accordance with city standards.
7. Outside of short-term staging requirements, there shall be no storage of vehicles outside
of the approved storage area, to include the city street, exterior parking area, and
landscaped areas.
8. Staff approval of all site and civil plans.
Motion carried 5-0.
7.4 Conditional Use Permit: Expand Educational Use — Building Addition at Handke
School, 1 170 Main Street — ISD 728
Mr. Leeseberg presented the staff report.
Mayor Dietz opened the public hearing. There being no one to speak to this issue, Mayor Dietz
closed the public hearing.
Moved by Councilmember Beyer and seconded by Councilmember Wagner to approve the
Conditional Use Permit to Expand the Educational Use and Building Addition at Handke
School, 1170 Main Street NW — ISD 728 as the Front Yard Setback Variance (V 23-05) was
approved. Motion carried 5-0.
7.5 Conditional Use Permit: Amend Planned Unit Development Agreement to Allow
for Use of Amusement and Recreation to Operate an Indoor Playground at Elk Park
Center
Mr. Leeseberg presented the staff report.
Mayor Dietz opened the public hearing. There being no one to speak to this issue, Mayor Dietz
closed the public hearing.
Councilmember Wagner expressed concerns that parents will drop off their children at the
playground and children will be unsupervised.
Cody Baragar,16283 261" Ave NW, Big Lake, the applicant, stated that parents would sign an
agreement stating they will supervise their children. There will also be eight or nine security cameras
on site.
Moved by Councilmember Beyer and seconded by Councilmember Grupa to approve the
request by Avery's Adventures for an Amendment to the Planned Unit Development
Agreement for Elk Park Center for a Conditional Use Permit as the standards set forth in
Section 30-654 have been satisfied. Motion carried 5-0.
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Mr. Carlton stated the applicant has requested more time to review their proposal.
Mayor Dietz opened the public hearing. There being no one to speak to this issue, Mayor Dietz
continued the public hearing to the August 21, 2023, City Council meeting.
Moved by Councilmember Westgaard and seconded by Councilmember Beyer to continue
the public hearing for Jackson Street Apartments Simple Plat to August 21, 2023. Motion
carried 5-0.
7.7 The Cove, BK Land Development, 13161 US Highway 10
a) Zone Change: Highway Commercial to R- I c (Single Family Residential)
b) Preliminary Plat: The Cove
Mr. Carlton presented the staff report.
Mayor Dietz opened the public hearing.
Steve Hickman, owner of Furniture and Things, asked if there would be a parking lot for "boy
scout island". Mr. Carlton stated that there would not be a parking lot and visitors would need to park
on -street.
Mayor Dietz closed the public hearing.
Moved by Councilmember Wagner and seconded by Councilmember Beyer to approve
Ordinance 23-16 changing the zoning from C3 Highway Commercial to R-1c Single -Family
Residential with the following conditions:
1. City Council approval of city -initiated Land Use Amendments (LU 23-04).
2. Approval of a variance permitting 66-foot-wide lots in an R1c zoning district.
Motion carried 5-0.
Moved by Councilmember Westgaard and seconded by Councilmember Grupa approve the
Preliminary Plat of The Cove with the following conditions:
1. Council approval of the related Land Use Amendment (LU 23-04), Zone Change (ZC 23-
07)
2. Approval of a variance permitting 66-foot-wide lots in an R-1c zoning district.
3. The proposed public street and right-of-way must comply with all city design standards.
4. Provide an ingress/egress easement to the benefit of the public, allowing access to the
city owned island north of the subject site — commonly referred to as "Boy Scout Island."
5. Identify flood zones AE and X on the plat.
6. Outlot A must be included in the expanded Right -of -Way to prevent a "spite strip" from
limiting access to the existing lots west of the site.
7. Staff approval of all site and civil plans.
8. Applicant shall pay for any expenses incurred for address changes of the two existing
residential properties.
Motion carried 5-0.
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7.8 Vinje Investments LLC — PID's 75-01 1-240 I, 75-01 1-2120, 75-01 1-3203, 75-01 1-3235
a. Land Use Amendment: Business Park to Highway Business
b. Zone Change: FAST (H) to Planned Unit Development (PUD)
C. Conditional Use Permit: Establish a PUD
d. Preliminary Plat: Vinje Commercial Addition
Mr. Carlton presented the staff report.
Mayor Dietz opened the public hearing. There being no one to speak to this issue, Mayor Dietz
closed the public hearing.
Mayor Dietz clarified the distance of the setback. Mr. Carlton explained the city is providing a portion
of the right-of-way.
Councilmember Wagner asked the applicant if he was okay with the conditions listed and they
responded they were.
Moved by Councilmember Westgaard and seconded by Councilmember Beyer to adopt
Resolution 23-25 approving the Land Use Amendment changing the guidance from Business
Park to Highway Business, with the condition that the associated Zone Change (ZC 23-01)
and CUP (CU 23-06) applications shall be approved by the City Council. Motion carried 5-0.
Moved by Councilmember Wagner and seconded by Councilmember Grupa to adopt
Ordinance 23-17 approving the zone change from FAST (H) to Planned Unit Development
(PUD) with the following conditions:
1. City Council approval of associated Land Use Amendment (LU 23-03).
2. A PUD agreement shall be approved by the City Council prior to recording the Zone
Change.
Motion carried 5-0.
Moved by Councilmember Westgaard and seconded by Councilmember Beyer to approve a
Conditional Use Permit establishing a Planned Unit Development (PUD) with the following
conditions:
1. A PUD Agreement shall be developed and signed by both parties prior to issuance of a
building permit.
2. Streets, access, and circulation, must comply with MN State Fire Code Chapter 5 and
Appendix D.
3. Staff approval of all site, utility, engineering, and landscaping plans.
4. State approval of permits related to the proposed wetland impacts.
5. Approval of the updated landscape plan.
6. All office and industrial buildings within the PUD shall comply with the Business Park
design standards. The ministorage facility is exempt from strict application of this
standard, but additional materials must be included to improve the overall aesthetic of the
project.
7. Fencing clearly visible from the public street shall be of a wrought iron style. Fencing not
clearly visible from the street shall be black chain -link.
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8. All outdoor storage areas shall be screened with a 100% opaque fence.
9. The driveway access to Twin Lakes Road will be reduced to a right -in -right -out when
Twin Lakes Road is improved to a 4-land divided roadway.
10. Future development phases will be reviewed utilizing the CUP process as outlined in city
ordinances.
11. Improvements within city right-of-way are limited to paving, curbing, grading, and utility
work. Improvements such as fencing will not be permitted.
Motion carried 5-0.
Moved by Councilmember Grupa and seconded by Councilmember Westgaard to approve
the Preliminary Plat of Vinje Commercial Addition with the following conditions:
1. Council approval of the related Land Use Amendment (LU 23-03), Zone Change (ZC 23-
01), and Conditional Use Permit (CU 23-06).
2. The preliminary plat shall be updated to include the proposed billboard within Lot 1,
Block 1.
3. There will be no future access Highway 10.
Motion carried 5-0.
7.9 Lennar's Bradford Park Subdivision — Property IDs 73-136-1300, 2400, 3100, 3200,
4200, and 4300, Case No. P 23-04
a. Zone Change: R I d (Single -Family) to PUD (Planned Unit Development).
b. Conditional Use Permit: Establish a Residential PUD for Bradford Park.
C. Preliminary Plat: Bradford Park.
Mr. Carlton presented the staff report.
Mayor Dietz opened the public hearing.
Jim Sweazey,18434 Cleveland St NW, expressed concern with the impact of future Phase 2
development to his property. He asked if current zoning around his property could be maintained.
Chris Stearns,12268 Ridewood Dr NW, expressed concern with removal of oak trees and oak wilt.
Mr. Carlton stated that the development agreement addresses the proper removal and time period
when oak trees may be removed.
Mayor Dietz closed the public hearing.
Councilmember Westgaard stated the Planning Commission discussed the mix of different units and
density.
The Council agrees with the Planning Commission that Mr. Sweazey's property be given careful
consideration when Phase 2 is submitted by the developer.
Councilmember Westgaard asked City Attorney Shepherd about Mr. Sweazey's request to maintain
zoning surrounding his property. City Attorney Shepherd stated that the PUD needs to be confined
to this application and Phase 2 can be considered when it comes before the commission and council.
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Mr. Carlton added there was no cash dedication coming in with this pro)ect.
Moved by Councilmember Wagner and seconded by Councilmember Beyer to adopt
Ordinance 23-18 rezoning the subject properties from R-1d (single-family residential) to
Planned Unit Development (PUD), subject to the condition that Council approves a PUD
agreement outlining the standards of the subdivision. Motion carried 5-0.
Moved by Councilmember Gmpa and seconded by Councilmember Westgaard to approve
the Conditional Use Permit establishing a residential Planned Unit Development (PUD) with
the following conditions:
1. A PUD Agreement shall be developed and signed by both parties prior to releasing a final
plat for recording.
2. Streets and access must comply with MN State Fire Code Chapter 5 and Appendix D.
3. Staff approval of all site, utility, engineering, and landscaping plans.
4. Submit a phasing plan outlining the anticipated subdivision additions.
5. Hydrants must be spaced to ensure all portions of a residence are within 250 feet of a
hydrant.
6. All watermains shall be looped. Dead-end watermains are not permitted.
7. The water main beneath Ivanhoe Parkway shall be continuous along the entire street to
the connection beneath CR 40.
8. The water main beneath Ivanhoe Parkway should be increased from an 8" line to a 12",
matching the existing pipe size in Miske Meadows.
9. The existing lift station must remain energized throughout the entire construction
process.
10. State and local approval of all wetland permits related to the proposed wetland fill.
11. An internal monotony code for home facades shall be developed and memorialized in the
PUD agreement.
12. Construct trails and trail connections as recommended by the Park and Recreation
Commission.
13. Mailboxes shall be clustered.
14. The front yard setback of 25 feet shall apply to both streets for all corner lots.
15. Driveways shall be limited to 20 feet wide at the property line.
16. All buildable lots shall include a drainage and utility easement for areas within the 45-foot
wetland setback or within 45 feet of the OHW for stormwater ponds.
17. Grading for trails along the pond shall be designed to minimize impacts to existing
grades and vegetation.
18. Grading for the trail north of Ivanhoe shall be updated to create a stable platform/bench
for the trail. Slopes leading to and from the trail must be reduced to minimize erosion.
19. Landscape plans shall identify an overstory tree in the front yard of every parcel and no
more than four of the same tree species shall be on adjacent lots.
20. Add a trail/sidewalk to the southside of Ivanhoe Parkway as it crosses the pond.
21. Complete the trail loop around the central pond as part of this approval of the Bradford
Park development.
22. Complete the trail connection from the park trail to the sidewalk near lots 45 and 46.
23. Create a trail connection from the sidewalk near lot 194, between basins J and K, to the
trail along the pond. This provides maintenance and pedestrian access.
24. Establish a trail connection through outlot C.
25. The street terminating near lots 38 and 39, shall end in a full cul-de-sac.
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-`� 26. A sign noting "future through street" shall be posted at all temporary dead-end streets.
27. The cost to construct the central trail, as identified in the attached park and trail exhibit,
shall be funded by the city through park dedication funds.
28. The cost to construct the 10-foot trail along Cleveland St NW (CR 40) shall be dedicated
to the city and will be used to fund a city project constructing a larger trail project along
the corridor.
Motion carried 5-0.
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Moved by Councilmember Beyer and seconded by Councilmember Wagner to approve the
Preliminary Plat of Bradford Park subject to the following conditions:
1. Council approval of the Conditional Use Permit (CU 23-10) and Zone Change (ZC 23-05)
supporting the plat.
2. The PUD agreement for Bradford Park must be recorded.
3. All recommendations from the Parks and Recreation Commission.
Motion carried 5-0.
7.1 Oa City of Elk River — Land Use Agreement
Mr. Leeseberg presented the staff report.
Mayor Dietz opened the public hearing. There being no one to speak to this issue, Mayor Dietz
closed the public hearing.
Moved by Councilmember Westgaard and seconded by Councilmember Wagner to approve
the Comprehensive Plan Amendments as shown on the exhibit entitled "Land Use Map
(Proposed)". Motion carried 5-0.
7.1 Ob City of Elk River — Zone Change
Mayor Dietz opened the public hearing. There being no one to speak to this issue, Mayor Dietz
continued the public hearing to the August 21, 2023, City Council meeting.
Moved by Councilmember Grupa and seconded by Councilmember Beyer to continue the
public hearing for Zone Change to August 21, 2023. Motion carried 5-0.
8.1 Rolling Hills Sewer Extension Assessment and Project Approvals (handout)
Mr. Wisner presented the staff report.
Darren Thorn, 9717 226`h Ave NW, spoke on behalf of the Home Owners Association (HOA). He
asked the council to lower the interest rate to 3.7%, extend the payback term to 20 years, and waive
the 1.5% administrative fee.
The Council agreed that it would be a bad precedent to waive the administrative fee. They discussed
extending the payback term to 15 years.
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City Attorney Shepherd reviewed the city's special assessment policy that requires the Council to
make a special approval for amounts over $40,000.
Mr. Wisner asked the Council about changing the ordinance stating that private property septic tanks
do not need to be brought up to compliance if they are connected to city sewer.
Councilmember Westgaard was concerned that the extra ground water that was being processed in
the area would now be processed by the city. Mr. Thom stated that the source of some of the extra
groundwater was found when one of the homeowners needed to replace his septic tanks. There is a
notable reduction of flowage from last year.
Moved by Mayor Dietz to set the interest rate at 5.3% for 15 years. Motion died for lack of a
second.
Councilmember Wagner was in favor of considering a 20-year payback due to the high cost of the
assessment.
Moved by Councilmember Westgaard and seconded by Councilmember Wagner to approve
the petition of waiver which was submitted by the Homeowners Association as it is over
$40,000. Motion carried 5-0.
Moved by Councilmember Wagner and seconded by Councilmember Westgaard to adopt
Resolution 23-26 for the adoption of the special assessment roll at a rate of 5.3% over a period
of 20 years. Motion carried 5-0.
Moved by Councilmember Beyer and seconded by Councilmember Grupa to approve
Connection Agreement 23-21 with Rolling Hills. Motion carried 5-0.
Moved by Councilmember Westgaard and seconded by Councilmember Wagner to approve
lift station easement Agreement 23-22. Motion carried 5-0.
Moved by Councilmember Beyer and seconded by Councilmember Grupa to adopt
Resolution 23-27 awarding bid to Northdale Construction Company in the amount of
$1,711,923.51. Motion carried 5-0.
Councilmember Westgaard asked about the timing of construction. Mr. Wisner stated it would begin
in August of 2023, but supply chain issues may delay completion for a year.
8.2 Watson Circle Cul-de-sac
Mr. Sandhoefner presented the staff report.
Scott Stevenson,19850 Watson Circle NW, showed photos of different cul-de-sac in Elk River as
size comparison and discussed clearing snow.
Vickie Stevenson,19850 Watson Circle NW, stated the street was not wide enough for two
vehicles to pass each other.
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1 " Doug Savaloja,12607 Ridgewood Dr, stated he does not like the new design and was concerned
about fire vehicles being able to access the area.
Mr. Sandhoefner reviewed the issue of snow storage. The cost to restore the cul-de-sac to its original
condition would be $8,483.45.
Councilmember Westgaard stated he visited the neighborhood and with neighbors. He believes the
construction is odd and large vehicles would have an issue turning around in the cul-de-sac. He
recommended returning the cul-de-sac to its original design.
Councilmember Grupa stated he drove to the cul-de-sac. He thought the design was different, but not
enough to spend $8,500 to replace it.
Mayor Dietz stated he understands what the residents are saying but supports the Public Works
Director decision on the design.
Moved by Councilmember Westgaard and seconded by Councilmember Beyer to approve a
change order to revert the Watson Circle cul-de-sac to its original size. Motion carried 3-2.
Mayor Dietz and Councilmember Grupa opposed.
8.3 Two Brothers Hockey Agreement
Mr. Stremcha presented the staff report.
Mayor Dietz asked why Two Brothers Hockey was not being charged for use of the fieldhouse. Mr.
Stremcha stated the Multipurpose Facility Advisory Commission made that concession based on the
prior standard established by the Squatch agreement.
Mayor Dietz stated he heard that members of Two Brothers Hockey were sneaking into the facility.
Mr. Stremcha stated that Furniture and Things Community Event Center staff monitors entries and
will be securing a door providing access.
Mayor Dietz is concerned about discounted ice rates. Mr. Stremcha stated the commission felt lower
rates encourage more rentals.
Councilmember Westgaard asked how much more capacity the Furniture and Things Community
Event Center has to sell. Mr. Stremcha stated it depends on the time of year and whether operating
with one or two sheets of ice.
Councilmember Westgaard was concerned that giving away fieldhouse rentals and reducing ice rentals
is giving up a chance to make revenue.
Councilmember Wagner asked if youth hockey has always had a discounted rate. Councilmember
Westgaard stated that youth hockey did not have a discounted rate until the new facility was built.
Mayor Dietz stated that some amount of revenue is better than zero revenue. The Squatch group is
buying formerly unused daytime ice, bringing new revenue to the facility.
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Councilmember Wagner was frustrated with not receiving enough information on the Multipurpose
Facility Advisory Commission to make decisions.
Mayor Dietz asked if the city has a plan in place to try and get back to the average cost of ice rental.
How long is the current contract with youth hockey? Mr. Stremcha responded that the youth hockey
agreement expires after next season.
Councilmember Wagner addressed feedback she had heard from Two Brothers Hockey that they
were coming to open the facilities in the morning and put out nets because staff were not there. Mr.
Dalton stated that, in the old ice rink, this did occur, and the practice carried over to the new facility
and is no longer occurring.
Mayor Dietz stated Two Brothers Hockey should not have keys to the Furniture and Things
Community Event Center. Mr. Dalton stated that facility staff will work with Two Brothers to
monitor their access.
Mr. Dalton clarified Two Brothers Hockey would only be using the field house at times when it was
not being used by other groups.
Moved by Councilmember Wagner and seconded by Councilmember Grupa to approve
Agreement 23-23 approving the Two Brothers agreement as recommended by the Multi -
Purpose Facility Advisory Commission. Motion carried 5-0.
Councilmember Wagner asked Mr. Stremcha to provide data at the upcoming budget meetings to see
the complete picture of what is needed for the facility.
8.4 Summary of City Administrator Performance Review
Mayor Dietz presented the staff report.
Moved by Councilmember Grupa and seconded by Councilmember Westgaard to approve
the summary of City Administrator performance review. Motion carried 5-0.
8.5 Letter to Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT)
Councilmember Wagner stated the Together Elk River subcommittee would like the Council to write
a letter to MnDOT requesting "businesses open, exit Main Street" signs be created and placed as soon
as possible.
Moved by Councilmember Wagner and seconded by Councihnember Beyer for the city
council to direct staff for a letter of support to MnDOT to put up business right-of-way signs
along Highway 169. Motion carried 5-0.
9. Adjourn Regular Meeting
Moved by Councilmember Westgaard and seconded by Councilmember Grupa to adjourn the
regular meeting of City Council. Motion carried 5-0.
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The regular meeting adjourned at 9:04 p.m. Mayor Dietz called the Work Session to order at 9:04 p.m.
10.1 Transition of Detective Assistant Position to Crime Analyst Position
Police Chief Nierenhausen and Captain Gacke presented the staff report.
Mayor Dietz asked about the job description and pay increase.
Captain Gacke responded the position would include a $13,000 raise and change from non-exempt to
exempt. A job description will come to the council at a future meeting.
10.2 2024 Budget Overview
Mr. Stremcha presented the staff report.
11. Motion to Adjourn
Moved by Councilmember Wagner and seconded by Councilmernber Beyer to adjourn the
meeting of the City Council. Motion carried 5-0.
The meeting adjourned at 9:15 p.m.
Minutes prepared by Katie Porath.
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