11-18-2002 CC MINMEETING OF THE ELK RIVER CITY COUNCIL
HELD AT THE ELK RIVER CITY HALL
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 2002
Members Present:
Members Absent:
Staff Present:
Also Present:
Mayor I~inzing, Councilmembers Dietz, Kuester, Motin, and Tveite
None
City Administrator Pat I~aers, Director of Planning Michele McPherson,
Senior Planner Scott Harlicker, City Engineer Terry Maurer, City Attorney
Charlie Wilson, Liquor Store Manager Dave Potvin, Wastewater Treatment
System Chief Operator Gary Leirmoe, Police Chief Tom Zerwas, Building
and Zoning Administrator Steve Rohlf, Environmental Technician Rebecca
Haug, Lead Building Inspector Terry Zajac, Finance Director Lori Johnson,
and City Clerk Sandra Peine
Park and Recreation Commissioner Duane Peterson
Planning Commissioner Dana Anderson
Call Meeting To Order
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the meeting of the Elk River City Council was called
to order at 6:00 p.m. by Mayor KJinzing.
Consider 11 / 18/2002 Agenda
The following items were added to the agenda: 7.1) 175m Avenue resolution and 7.2) City
Administrator Performance Review Process
COUNCILMEMBER MOTIN MOVED TO APPROVE THE AGENDA AS
AMENDED. COUNCILMEMBER TVEITE SECONDED THE MOTION.
THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
Consider Consent Agenda
COUNCILMEMBER TVEITE MOVED TO APPROVE THE CONSENT
AGENDA AS FOLLOWS:
3.1.
3.3.
3.4.
10/28/2002 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
REQUEST BY ELK RIVER LANDFILL, INC. AND TILLER
CORPORATION FOR AMENDMENTS TO CONDITIONAL USE
PERMITS FOR MINERAL EXTRACTION AND LANDFILL
OPERATION, CASE NO.'S CU 02-28 AND CU 02-30 - POSTPONED AT
REQUEST OF APPLICANT TO 12/16/02
ADD EXECUTIVE SESSION OF CITY COUNCIL TO CONDUCT
PERFORMANCE REVIEW OF CITY ADMINISTRATOR TO
DECEMBER 2, 2002 AGENDA
TEMPORARY ON-SALE LIQUOR LICENSE FOR THE LION'S CLUB
FOR BOY'S AND GIRL'S CLUB FUNDRAISER
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3.5. MASSAGE THERAPIST LICENSE FOR FARRAH TIENTER TO
PRACTICE AT SALINA SPA AND SALON
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COUNCILMEMBER MOTIN SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION
CARRIED 5-0.
4.1. Northstar Corridor Development Authority Update
Senior Planner Scott Harlicker provided an update on the November 7m NCDA meeting.
4.2. Municipal Utilities Update
Councilmember Dietz provided an update on the November 12m Utilities Commission
meeting. He noted that the Commission voted to increase electric and water rates in 2003.
4.3. Comprehensive Plan Update
Director of Planning Michele McPherson provided an update of the Comprehensive Plan
Task Force meeting held on October 24m.
4.4. Park and Recreation Commission Update
Director of Planning Michele McPherson provided an update regarding issues that have
been discussed by the Park and Recreation Commission. She noted that two of the main
issues discussed by the Park and Recreation Commission were ice rinks and park dedication
fees. She indicated that the Commission recommended that the Council increase the
residential park dedication fees to $1,615 per lot or dwelling unit, which is slightly less than
a 5% increase.
4.5. Consider Liquor/Tobacco Fee Increases - Public Hearing
The City Clerk stated that Council has requested staff to explore the possibility of increasing
the liquor and tobacco fees. The Clerk indicated that a survey of 34 random cities was
conducted and it was found that the City's liquor fees are low compared to most of the
cities. She further indicated that the City has not increased its on-sale license fee for at least
20 years. The recommendation is to increase this fee from $4,000 to $5,000. The City Clerk
indicated that she also checked with the Police Department to determine enforcement
related costs. She noted that the Police Department has seen an increase in enforcement
related costs.
The City Clerk reviewed the proposed increases in the liquor and tobacco fees:
· Tobacco- $150
· On-Sale Liquor - $5,000
· On-Sale Wine - $700
· 3.2 Beer on-sale - No Change
· 3.2 Beer off-sale - No Change
· Investigation Fees - $400/$200
Mayor Klinzing opened the public hearing.
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Kenn Rockier, Executive Director of the Wine, Beer, Spirits Federation spoke about the
State Statute that authorizes City's to increase liquor fees (S.S. 340A.408). He indicated that
the license fee is intended to cover the costs of issuing and inspecting and other directly
related costs of enforcement.
There being no further comments, Mayor ICJinzing closed the public hearing.
Police Chief %erwas addressed the costs of enforcement.
Mayor ICJinzing indicated that the Council would act on the proposed fee increases under
item 4.6. which is the proposed fee schedule for 2003.
4.6. Consider 2003 Fee Schedule
The City Clerk reviewed the proposed fee schedule for 2003.
COUNCILMEMBER TVEITE MOVED ADOPT RESOLUTION 02-105
ADOPTING FEES FOR SERVICES FOR 2003. COUNCILMEMBER MOTIN
SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
4.7. YMCA Update
Mayor Klinzing provided an update on the issue of Sherburne County's interest in assisting
the YMCA with the building. She also discussed the City's likely participation and noted that
a joint meeting with the County Commissioners and City Council has been scheduled for
November 25, 2002 to discuss this issue.
4.4. Interview for Commission Vacancy
The City Council interviewed Arthur Jackett for the position of Park and Recreation
Commissioner.
4.8. Consider Enterprise Fund Budgets
Garbage Collection/Recycling - The City Administrator reviewed the Garbage
Collection/Recycling enterprise fund budget. He noted that there is a 2.3 percent increase in
the budget. He informed the Council that a $1.00 per month increase for all container sizes
and service options is proposed.
Recycling Rebate - Rebecca Haug, Environmental Technician indicated that staff is
proposing a recycling rebate program to encourage recycling. The rebate would amount to
~glS.00 per household per year. The funding source is the landfill waste abatement fund.
COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ MOVED TO APPROVE THE 2003 RECYCLING
REBATE PROGRAM. COUNCILMEMBER KUESTER SECONDED THE
MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
Compost Bins - Environmental Technician Rebecca Haug informed the Council that staff
is proposing to offer residents compost bins and to offer training sessions to those residents
interested in learning how to compost.
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COUNCILMEMBER TVEITE MOVED TO APPROVE THE 2003 YARD
COMPOSTING PROGRAM. COUNCILMEMBER MOTIN SECONDED THE
MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
Rebecca informed the Council that she has been appointed to the Sherbume County Solid
Waste Advisory Committee.
Wastewater Treatment System - City Administrator Pat ICJaers reviewed the Wastewater
Treatment System budget. He noted that the expenditures are exceeding revenues due to
capital outlay items. The proposed change in sludge hauling and the shed on the sludge land
spreading site were discussed.
Liquor Store - City Administrator Pat ICJaers reviewed the Liquor Store budget. He noted
that the budget remains stable.
COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ MOVED TO APROVE THE $1.00 PER MONTH
RATE INCREASE FOR ALL SERVICE CONTAINERS STARTING JULY 1,
2003. COUNCILMEMBER MOTIN SECONDED THE MOTION. THE
MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ MOVED TO ADOPT THE
GARBAGE/RECYCLING, WASTEWATER TREATMENT SYSTEM, AND
LIQUOR STORE ENTERPRISE BUDGETS AS PRESENTED.
COUNCILMEMBER TVEITE SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION
CARRIED 5-0.
4.9. Consider Payment to School District for Little Theater
The City Administrator recommended that the 2002 payment of $112,600 for the Little
Theater come from the NSP Reserve fund. The City Administrator reviewed information
pertaining to usage of the theater. Councilmember Dietz questioned the minimal amount of
use the theater is experiencing. He suggested promoting the use of the theater through
Recreation Department brochures and the Art's Alliance Group. Councilmember Motin also
indicated his concern over a lack of community use. The Council also discussed the issue of
refurbishing the theater. It was noted that the School District had promised to refurbish the
theater but that nothing has taken place to date.
COUNCILMEMBER TVEITE MOVED TO APPROVE THE FINANCING OF
THE LITTLE THEATER FOR 2002 IN THE AMOUNT OF $112,600 WITH
FUNDING FROM THE NSP RESERVE FUND. COUNCILMEMBER MOTIN
SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
4.10. Discuss Canvas Accesso~ Structures
Building and Zoning Administrator Steve Rohlf and Building Official Terry Zajac presented
this item. Steve discussed the issue of temporary canvas/plastic accessory structures in
residential areas. Terry briefly reviewed Chapter 31 of the UBC as it applies to structure
buildings. Steve reviewed some options for regulating the canvas/plastic accessory
structures. Steve noted that staff recommends that the zoning ordinance be amended to
prohibit these types of structures due to aesthetics and life/safety concerns. Councilmember
Motin indicated that he would like to see an exception for lots 2 1/2 acres or larger.
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It was the consensus of the Council to direct staff to proceed with an ordinance amendment
prohibiting canvas/plastic accessory structures.
5. Open Mike
6.1.
6.2.
6.3.
6.4.
No one appeared for open mike.
The Council recessed at 7:23 and reconvened at 7:32.
Consider Environmental Worksheet for Elk River Station, LLC
Steve Rohlf, Building and Zoning Administrator provided background information for the
Environmental Assessment Worksheet process for Elk River Station. He noted that after
receiving comments from the State Historic Preservation Office, Minnesota Pollution
Control Agency and the DNR, staff and the Planning Commission recommend a negative
declaration on the need for an ElS.
COUNCILMEMBER TVEITE MOVED TO ADOPT RESOLUTION 02-106
REGARDING THE ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT WORKSHEET FOR
THE ELK RIVER STATION PROJECT. COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ
SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
Request by Elk River Station. LLC for Zone Change to PUD, Public Hearing, Case No. ZC
01-03
Request by Elk River Station. LLC for Prelimina~ Plat Approval ,(Elk River Station), Public
Hearing, Case No. P 01-05
Request by Elk River Station. LLC for Conditional Use Permit, Public Hearing, Case No.
CU 01-08
Senior Planner Scott Harlicker indicated that Elk River Station LLC is requesting approval
of a rezoning, conditional use permit, and preliminary plat for a mixed use Planned Unit
Development located north of the Burlington Northern Railroad tracks and east of the
Mn/DOT Park and Ride facility on the east and west sides of Twin Lakes Road.
Mr. Harlicker provided a description of the project and background information. He
reviewed the applicants' request to rezone the property from Light Industrial and Single
Family Residential to Planned Unit Development (PUD). He noted that the Planning
Commission has recommended approval of the request which will allow mix of uses,
including a commercial/office component, senior housing, a daycare center, an apartment
building and townhomes.
Mr. Harlicker then reviewed details of each of the PUD components, including uses,
building sizes and elevations, access and parking, layout of buildings and streets, pedestrian
access, park dedication recommendation, design standards, landscaping, signage, tree
removal, and preservation of the wetland areas. He noted that the Planning Commission
recommended approval of the requests with the conditions listed in the staff report.
Mayor ICJinzing opened the public hearing.
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Len Pratt, applicant, reviewed the changes that have been made to the project since the
last time it was reviewed by the Council. He noted that the changes would enable the project
to fit better with the plans of the city. Mr. Pratt introduced the members of the design team.
Ed Hasek, Westwood Professional Services reviewed the site plan and talked about the key
features of the project.
Steve Ach of Centex Homes explained the four different housing products which will be
used throughout the townhome portion of the project, and discussed the elevation issues.
Mr. Ach talked about the requirement to have 25% of the building elevations having an
exterior finish of brick, stucco and/or natural or artificial stone. He requested that the
Council allow some flexibility in this requirement rather than requiring a straight 25%.
There being no further comments, Mayor Klinzing closed the public hearing.
Councilmember Kuester indicated a concern about the lack of playground equipment.
Council discussion pursued regarding sidewalk maintenance. City Engineer Terry Maurer
recommended that the sidewalks be maintained by the Association. Mr. Ach indicated that
he would prefer that the sidewalks along the major street to be maintained by the City. The
City Engineer indicated that these are internal sidewalks for an internal development and do
not provide connections as major pedestrian movers.
Councilmember Motin indicated his concern with pedestrian traffic safety for those who
want to access the commercial properties along Twin Lakes Road. Another concern
expressed by Councilmember Motin related to the right-in/right-out to Twin Lakes from the
westerly commercial development.
City Engineer Terry Maurer recommended that this should be a right-in only. City Engineer
Terry Maurer suggested a pedestrian crosswalk if necessary to aid in pedestrian crossing.
Mayor Klinzing indicated that she is uncomfortable with the project due to the phasing of
the project, the project being too dense, and because the project focuses mainly on
townhomes. She further noted that the City has just recently turned down a request for a
townhome development and does not feel it is appropriate to treat this one differently.
Councilmember Tveite indicated that he feels this development is different because the City
has been reviewing the request for two years and because of the location of the plat being
near a park and ride. He noted that he is also concerned with the phasing and would like to
see more of a mixed phasing rather than just focusing on the townhomes.
Councilmember Motin indicated his support for townhomes in this location but questioned
the different standards in an R-3 zone from the townhouse zone. Scott Harlicker indicated
that the elevations in the townhouses would be comparable to the R3 standards with a
difference in the materials, but that an R-3 zoning would restrict the density.
Councilmember Kuester indicated that this request is different from the other townhome
request that was denied by the Council. She indicated that it was important to implement
this type of integrated land use development.
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COUNCILMEMBER TVEITE MOVED TO ADOPT ORDINANCE 02-14
AMENDING THE CITY OF ELK RIVER ZONING MAP TO REZONE
CERTAIN PROPERTIES FROM R1A (SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL) AND
I1 (LIGHT INDUSTRIAL) TO PUD (PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT) -
CASE NO. ZC 01-03. COUNCILMEMBER MOTIN SECONDED THE
MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 4-1. MAYOR KLINZING OPPOSED.
Dana Anderson, Planning Commission representative, addressed the Council with concerns
about the PUD not meeting the R3 ordinance requirements.
COUNCILMEMBER MOTIN MOVED TO APPROVE THE CONDITIONAL
USE PERMIT FOR THE PUD WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
1. ALL COMMENTS OF THE CITY ENGINEER BE ADDRESSED.
A LANDSCAPE PLAN BE SUBMITTED FOR STAFF REVIEW AND
APPROVAL.
A TREE PRESERVATION PLAN BE APPROVED PRIOR TO
RELEASING THE PLAT FOR RECORDING.
ANY TREES OFF SITE OR ON SITE, NEAR THE LIMIT OF
GRADING THAT ARE TO BE PRESERVED, SHALL BE FENCED
WITH A SNOW FENCE AT THE DRIP LINE TO PREVENT
GRADING, COMPACTION, OR STORAGE OF EQUIPMENT, DEBRIS
OR MATERIALS. STAFF SHALL INSPECT FENCING PRIOR TO
CLEARING OR GRADING COMMENCING.
THAT NOT LESS THAN 15% OF THE EXTERIOR BUILDING
MATERIALS SHALL BE BRICK, STUCCO, AND/OR NATURAL OR
ARTIFICIAL STONE; THE AVERAGE OF ALL BUILDINGS ON A
PHASE BY PHASE BASIS SHALL BE AT LEAST 25%, AND IN
DETERMINING THAT AVERAGE NO MORE THAN 40% OF THE
BUILDING'S EXTERIOR SHALL BE CONSIDERED AS ONE OF
THOSE EXTERIOR BUILDING MATERIALS.
PARKING SHALL BE ALLOWED ON ONLY ONE SIDE OF THE
PUBLIC STREETS AND NOT ALLOWED IN THE PRIVATE DRIVES.
THE AREA ADJACENT TO THE WETLANDS SHALL BE KEPT
NATURAL.
THE NORTH ACCESS ON THE EAST SIDE OF TWIN LAKES ROAD
SHALL BE RIGHT-IN RIGHT-OUT ONLY AND THAT THE NORTH
ACCESS ON THE WEST SIDE OF TWIN LAKES ROAD SHALL BE
RIGHT IN ONLY.
COUNCILMEMBER KUESTER SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION
CARRIED 3-2. MAYOR KLINZING AND COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ
OPPOSED.
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COUNCILMEMBER TVEITE MOVED TO APPROVE THE PRELIMINARY
PLAT FOR ELK RIVER STATION WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
A DEVELOPERS AGREEMENT BE PREPARED AND EXECUTED
OUTLINING THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THE PLAT
APPROVAL AND INSTALLATION OF IMPROVEMENTS PRIOR TO
RELEASING THE PLAT FOR RECORDING.
A PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BE PREPARED
AND EXECUTED PRIOR TO RELEASING THE PLAT FOR
RECORDING.
A LETTER OF CREDIT BE PROVIDED TO THE CITY IN THE
AMOUNT OF 100% OF THE COSTS OF PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS.
UPON COMPLETING ALL OF THE IMPROVEMENTS AND HAVING
THEM ACCEPTED BY THE CITY, A WARRANTY BOND IN THE
AMOUNT OF 25% OF THE IMPROVEMENT COSTS SHALL BE
SUBMITTED TO THE CITY FOR A ONE-YEAR PERIOD.
SURFACE WATER MANAGEMENT FEE IN THE AMOUNT
REQUIRED BY THE CITY AT THE TIME OF FINAL PLAT BE PAID
PRIOR TO RELEASING THE PLAT FOR RECORDING.
SEALCOAT FEE IN THE AMOUNT TO BE DETERMINED BY THE
CITY ENGINEER BE PAID TO THE CITY PRIOR TO RELEASING
THE PLAT FOR RECORDING.
THE NECESSARY DRAINAGE AND UTILITY EASEMENTS BE
DEDICATED ON THE PLAT AS REQUIRED BY THE CITY.
8. ALL COMMENTS OF THE CITY ENGINEER BE ADDRESSED.
ALL APPROPRIATE WETLAND PERMITS MUST BE OBTAINED
PRIOR TO COMMENCING WORK ON THE SITE.
10.
GRADING AND EROSION CONTROL PLAN AND DVELOPMENT
PLAN BE SUBMITTED AND APPROVEDBY THE CITY ENGINEER
PRIOR TO THE ISSUANCE OF BUILDING PERMITS.
11.
ALL GRADING WILL NEED TO BE CERTIFIED PRIOR TO THE
ISSUANCE OF BUILDING PERMITS.
12.
STREET LIGHTS SHALL BE INSTALLED AS RECOMMENDED BY
ELK RIVER MUNICIPLAL UTILTIIES.
WATER AVAILABILTY CHARGE BE PAID PRIOR TO RELEASING
THE PLAT FOR RECORDING.
14.
A LANDSCAPE PLAN BE SUBMITTED FOR STAFF REVIEW AND
APPROVAL.
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15.
PARK DEDICATION FEES BE PAID AND A 30 FT. EASEMENT FOR A
PEDESTRIAN CONNECTTION ALONG THE RAILROAD TRACKS
BE GRANTED PRIOR TO RELEASING THE PLAT FOR
RECORDING.
16.
APPROPRIATE CROSS ACCESS EASEMENTS SHALL BE APPROVED
BY THE CITY AND RECORDED WITH THE PLAT.
17.
A HOMOWNERS ASSOCIATION DOCUMENT BE PREPARED AND
INCLUDE SOME TYPE OF CONNECTION TO THE SENIOR
HOUSING AND BE SUBJECT TO THE CITY ATTORNEY'S REVIEW
AND APPROVAL PRIOR TO FINAL PLAT.
18.
A TREE PRESERVATION PLAN BE APPROVED PRIOR TO
RELEASING THE PLAT FOR RECORDING.
19.
ANY TREES OFF SITE OR ON SITE, NEAR THE LIMIT OF
GRADING THAT ARE TO BE PRESERVED, SHALL BE FENCED
WITH A SNOW FENCE AT THE DRIP LINE TO PREVENT
GRADING, COMPACTION, OR STORAGE OF EQUIPMENT, DEBRIS
OR MATERIALS. STAFF SHALL INSPECT FENCING PRIOR TO
CLEARING OR GRADING COMMENCING.
20.
THE NORTH ACCESS ON THE EAST SIDE OF TWIN LAKES ROAD
SHALL BE RIGHT -IN RIGHT-OUT ONLY AND THAT THE NORTH
ACCESS ON THE WEST SIDE OF TWIN LAKES ROAD SHALL BE
RIGHT IN ONLY.
21.
ANY ARCHEOLOGICAL FINDINGS SHALL BE REPORTED AND
THE CITY NOTIFIED.
22.
THE AREA ADJACENT TO THE WETLAND SHALL BE KEPT
NATURAL.
23.
THAT LOTS A, B, AND C BE HELD IN COMMON OWNERSHIP OR
BY THE ASSOCIATION.
COUNCILMEMBER MOTIN SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION
CARRIED 4-1. MAYOR KLINZING OPPOSED.
6.5.
Request by the City of Elk River for Zone Change to C3, Highway Business (Ron's Foods),
Public Hearing - Case No. ZC -02-08
Director of Planning Michele McPherson stated that the City Council is requested to rezone
property located at 321 Baldwin Avenue from R4 (Multiple Family) to C3 (Highway
Business). Michele noted that it has been determined by staff that the present zoning of the
subject property is a map error. Michele indicated that Minnesota Statute requires that the
zoning and land use plans be consistent with each other. She indicated that zoning the
property to C3 would accomplish this. Michele indicated that the Planning Commission
voted unanimously to recommend approval of the rezoning.
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Mayor I~inzing opened the public hearing.
Bob Hall, owner of 7 and 23 3rd Street, Pineview apartments, and 337 Baldwin
Avenue, River Garden Apartments. He noted that both of these properties are adjacent to
the re-zoning site. Mr. Hall reminded the Council of a petition of over 100 names that had
been submitted on June 23. He noted that the petition objected to the rezoning because it is
a residential area and the rezoning would result in traffic concerns related to congestion and
safety issues. Mr. Hall suggested that the Council keep the zoning as it is with a Conditional
Use Permit required for uses that would compliment a residential area.
There being no further business, Mayor I~inzing closed the public hearing.
Mayor I~inzing indicated that she could not support a commercial use for the area while it
is still a residential neighborhood. Mayor I~inzing stated that the Council has not
considered all of its options.
Councilmember Tveite indicated that the area has essentially been operating as a C3 use and
stated that it should be zoned C3. Councilmember Dietz concurred with Councilmember
Tveite. Councilmember Motin indicated that he has some concerns due to the current
restraints of surrounding residential property. He further indicated that the property should
be zoned C3 and feels the entire area should be reviewed by the Comprehensive Plan Task
Force.
Discussion was held regarding the possibility of placing a moratorium on the site until it can
be studied.
COUNCILMEMBER TVEITE MOVED TO APPROVE A ZONE CHANGE
FROM R4 TO C3. COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ SECONDED THE MOTION.
THE MOTION FAILED 3-2. COUNCILMEMBERS KLINZING AND MOTIN
OPPOSED. (This motion takes a 4/5 vote to pass).
COUNCILMEMBER MOTIN MOVED TO PLACE A MORATORIUM ON THE
ENTIRE AREA NORTH OF MAIN STREET, SOUTH OF 5TM AVENUE, WEST
OF TWIN LAKES ROAD AND EAST OF 169 UNTIL THE MATTER CAN BE
REVIEWED BY THE TASK FORCE FOR THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
AND THE PLANNING COMMISSION.
Counselor Wilson noted that it would be best to table the zone change motion and then
request the Planning Commission review the moratorium issue.
COUNCILMEMBER MOTIN WITHDREW THE MOTION.
COUNCILMEMBER MOTIN MOVED TO RECONSIDER THE MOTION TO
REZONE THE PROPERTY. COUNCILMEMBER TVEITE SECONDED THE
MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 4-1. COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ
OPPOSED.
COUNCILMEMBER MOTIN MOVED TO TABLE THE MOTION TO
REZONE FOR A PERIOD OF NOT MORE THAN SIX MONTHS AND
DIRECTING THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN UPDATE TASK FORCE TO
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REVIEW THE ENTIRE AREA FROM STH STREET TO MAIN STREET AND
WEST OF TWIN LAKES ROAD TO HIGHWAY 169 AND THAT THE
PLANNING COMMISSION CONSIDER AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING A
MORATORIUM ON LAND USE REQUESTS UNTIL THE REVIEW CAN BE
COMPLETED. MAYOR KLINZING SECONDED THE MOTION. THE
MOTION CARRIED 4-1. COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ OPPOSED.
7. Other Business
7.1. 175m Avenue Improvements
City Engineer Terry Maurer requested the Council to adopt a resolution requesting a
variance to state aid rules. He noted the variance is required due to minor
adjustments that were made to Park Pointe Plat. The adjustments included revisions
to watermain and elimination of the roadside ditch adjacent to the Park Pointe
pond.
COUNCILMEMBER KUESTER MOVED TO ADOPT RESOLUTION 02-
107 REQUESTING A VARIANCE TO STATE AID RULE 8820-2800
CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS SUBPART 2 PLANS AND
ESTIMATES. COUNCILMEMBER TVEITE SECONDED THE
MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
7.2. City Administrator Performance Review Process
Councilmember Dietz distributed a print out of the proposed procedure to follow
for the City Administrator review. He requested the Council to review the process
and report back to him with comments.
8. Staff Updates
There were no staff updates.
9. Adjournment
There being no further business, Mayor Klinzing adjourned the meeting of the Elk River
City Council at 10:10 p.m.
Sandra Peine
City Clerk