City Council Minutes 05-20-1997 SpecialMINUTES
SPECIAL JOTNT MEETING
MONTICELLO CITY COUNCIL/MONTICELLO TOWNSHIP BOARD
Tuesday, May 20, 1997 - 7:30 p.m.
Monticello Township Hall
City Council Members Present: Bill Fair, Clint Herbst, Brian Stumpf, Roger
Carlson, Bruce Thielen
City Council Members Absent: None
Township Board Members Present: Franklin Denn, Ted Holker, Ted Kopff, Ken
Scadden, Charles Holthaus
Township Board Members Absent: None
Moderator: Pat Sawatzke
A special joint meeting of the Monticello City Council and Monticello Township
Board was held for the purpose of reviewing the urban service area boundaries
within the orderly annexation area (OAA).
Opening statements began with Mayor Bill Fair noting that the need for reviewing
the urban service area arose from two township land owners who requested that
their land be included in the urban service area on the southeast border of the city
in order to proceed with annexation. The area defined as the urban service area
was established in the OAA based on the 1989 city boundaries and where urban
services were available at that time. A joint resolution between the City and the
Township specified conditions that land must meet in order to be annexed. Mayor
Fair stated that significant portions of the urban service area have developed since
1989 and that city services had been extended and oversized to accommodate
further growth.
It was the Mayor's view that because parcels adjacent to the city limits now meet
the criteria for inclusion in the urban service area, the boundaries should be
adjusted at this time. He stated that since the properties proposed to be developed
by Orrin Thompson Homes and Bridgeland Development met the criteria of the
urban service area, not adjusting the boundaries to include these properties would
jeopardize the goals of the land use guide plan.
Mayor Fair then reviewed the eight planning goals as noted in the OAA Land Use
Guide Plan and emphasized that the plan and corresponding maps are guides to
help define the urban service area and should be amended as influenced by growth.
He presented 20 supporting reasons to amend the southeast urban service area,
noting that if the urban service area boundaries were not adjusted to include
the land which has been proposed for development, growth may occur in a different
farm which may not be compatible with the land use guide plan. The Mayor also
reported that if modifications to the urban service area were to be considered, the
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City's ability to serve areas should be the starting point for those modifications. In
conclusion, it was Mayor Fair's hope that an immediate agreement could be made
on the two parcels currently proposed for development in addition to beginning the
process of reviewing the entire urban service area.
Franklin Denn, Monticello Township Board Chair, began his opening remarks by
reviewing the history of the township, which originally encompassed 42 square
miles. He also reviewed the history of annexations, noting that considerable area
remains within the OAA that has not been developed. At the time the nuclear
plant was annexed by the City, which gave the City a tremendous tax base and was
contested by the Township Board, an agreement was reached that the City and
Township should share the benefits from that tax base. Chairman Denn stated
that the Township was concerned about the adverse effects annexation had on the
township and that they would work with the City when it was necessary to annex
areas to eliminate sprawling development.
Township Board member Ted Holker added that considerable acreage has been
annexed into the city, such as Hawk's Bar, Gould Brothers Chevrolet, D & D Bus
Company, Halliger's Farm, 160 acres for the Klein Farms development, and the
Krautbauer property. He stated that all of the properties annexed were within the
urbanization area but has caused a steady erosion on the township.
Discussions began with comments on the supporting reasons given by Mayor Fair
for annexation of the two properties requesting development. Township Board
member Ted Holker stated that he disagreed with reason #4 regarding the upscale
housing proposed by Orrin Thompson Homes, as the houses being built in the city
do not pay their fair share. It was his view that industrial and commercial
development was needed rather than additional housing. Mayor Fair noted that
the median valuation of homes was significantly higher in the township than in the
city. Because the land proposed for development by Orrin Thompson Homes was
wooded with rolling hills, upscale housing was being proposed, which would help to
increase the city's tax base.
Councilmember Herbst stated that the discussion should include the entire urban
service area and not only the two parcels being proposed for development.
Moderator Pat Sawatzke then requested that the group focus on the discussion
items presented by the Township Board.
1. WHAT ARE THE NEEDS OF THE CITY
Councilmember Herbst stated that his understanding of the purpose of the
meeting was to discuss the entire urban service area and that annexation of
specific parcels would not be discussed.
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Mayor Fair stated that the City must look at full use of its infrastructure due
to the expense of installation and oversizing to allow for future growth, which
was addressed in the City's comprehensive plan. In addition, very little
commercial and industrial land is available for development, which would
likely need to be discussed with the Township Board in the future. The
Mayor also noted that the city needs population growth for its labor farce and
a housing mix to accommodate the growing population.
2. WHAT IS THE COUNCIL'S VISION FOR THE CITY
Township Board member Ted Holker requested that each Council member
state their idea of what the city should look like in the future so that the
Township has a better idea of where they will be in the future.
Mayor Fair noted that the City's vision is noted in the comprehensive plan,
which is meant to help the City guide growth. How the city grows depends
somewhat on decisions made by land owners; however, if proposed growth
conflicts with the comprehensive plan, then the City should not allow it to
move in that direction.
Counci.lmernber Carlson agreed with the Mayor and noted that he was very
open to updating the OA.A. When reviewing the current OAA, it was
Carlson's view that due to the growth of the city, there is no longer adequate
land available for residential development.
Councilmember Thielen added that the city should grow in an orderly
fashion. It was his view that the procedure for reviewing the orderly
annexation area could be simplified, perhaps by establishing criteria that
dictates when a specific amount of acreage is available for development, then
the boundaries should be considered for adjustment.
Councilmember Herbst stated that he would like to see the city grow in a
compact fashion. It was his view that problems in the past were the result of
developers purchasing land outside the city limits and then petitioning for
annexation. He suggested that the City send a strong message that,
although the marketplace and land owners would dictate what gets
developed, the City would have the final say in determining how the city
would grow.
Councilmember Stumpf stated that much of the vacant land is being utilized,
and it was his hope that the City and Township could review the urban
service area and readjust the boundaries if necessary.
Councilmember Thielen then requested that the Township Board members
give their vision for the city since they are also a part of the community.
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Ken Scadden agreed with Councilmember Herbst that the City should
identify what properties would be allowed to develop so that developers
would purchase those properties rather than agricultural land. It was his
view that there was plenty of land available for development to the south and
west of the city, which would keep the city compact rather than growing only
in one direction.
Mayor Fair pointed out that the City does not own the land to the south and
west and cannot control when it develops; however, since there are two
parcels in the sautheast that are ready for development, they should be
included in the discussion of adjusting the boundaries. Ted Kopff stated that
if development occurs as land owners request, then developers, rather than
the Council, plan the city's growth.
Councilmember Stumpf then reminded the group that the request for
amending the urban service boundaries in the southeast was denied pending
discussion between the City and Township regarding the urban service area
boundaries and requested that discussion focus on the whole area.
Franklin Denn stated that it should be everyone's goal to develop a compact
city. Councilmember Thielen agreed but noted that it wouldn't be realistic to
think that the city could be developed with straight boundary lines. In
addition, he stated that because services can be provided cheaper in some
areas than in others, the cost of providing those services would somewhat
dictate what areas develop.
Ted Holker agreed that the city is going to grow but that it should grow in
ways that benefit the city. Mayor Fair concurred and noted that one reason
for allowing development of the upscale housing proposed by Orrin
Thompson is to help spread the tax base, which would help pay for
infrastructure. He stated that as areas expand, other areas begin to meet the
criteria for urban services and results in requests for development.
Councilmember Carlson compared Monticello's growth to that of Elk River,
which for many years concentrated mainly on housing and very little
commercial; however, during the past two years, commercial development
has increased dramatically because the population has grown enough to
accommodate the needs of commercial enterprise. He stated that people
want to live in Monticello, and Council must decide if they will be allowed to
move here or will be turned away.
$. WHAT ARE THE PROJECTED POPULATION INCREASES OF THE CITY
Moderator Pat Sawatzke noted that mid-growth projections were 6,390 for
the year 2000, 7,940 for the year 2010, and 9,580 for the year 2020.
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Concerns were expressed by Council members that if the city does not have a
mix of housing available, the township will experience pressure for scattered
housing; and without growth, the city's services may deteriorate. It was
estimated in the comprehensive plan that in order to help pay for available
services, homes must be in the $135,000 range or above.
4. WHAT SHOULD THE CRITERIA BE FOR EXPANDING THE URBAN SERVICES LINE
5. HAS THIS CRITERIA SEEN MET
B. DEVELOP A PROCEDURE FOR CHANGING THE URBAN SERVICES LINE V~HEN
APPROPRIATE
Councilmember Stumpf noted that when boundaries would be expanded
would depend on the area and how much growth had been experienced in
any particular area, which would occur quicker in some portions of the city
and slower in others. He noted that the southeast area is very close to
requiring review of the boundary lines, and the southwest area appears to be
developing much slower.
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Councilmember Bruce Thielen suggested that it may be easier for the group
to discuss the entire urban service area if broken down into smaller areas for
discussion purposes. It was also noted that the criteria should be the same
For all areas, even if broken into segments for discussion, but may be
implemented differently. In discussing the current inventory of vacant land
within the city limits, it was noted that much of the land available for
development would not draw the upscale homes that the city needs for a good
housing mix.
Ted Holker noted that the comprehensive plan states that development
should be encouraged to the south and southwest. He asked if the City had
plans for new utility lines in this area. Mayor Fair and Councilmember
Carlson answered that no land owner is interested in developing the property
in the southwest area; therefore, the City could not justify extending lines to
the area at this time. In addition, it was noted that the comprehensive plan
also addresses the southeast area, which must be discussed when proposals
are brought before the City. Holker suggested that the City could control the
growth by defining specific areas for development of houses and industry,
which would eliminate land owners dictating where the city will grow.
Councilmember Herbst added that the City could dictate growth in the
southwest by not allowing development in the southeast. This may not result
in the type of housing desired by the City, but once the additional area in the
current urban service area was developed, the Township and City could move
on with discussions regarding boundary adjustments.
Moderator Pat Sawatzke then noted that it was near the agreed closing time for the
meeting.
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Councilmember Stumpf suggested that the City set another meeting date to discuss
the urban service area boundary lines. Councilmember Herbst suggested that the
City Planner have a map available at the next meeting showing the current
inventory of housing and parcels available far development.
Mayor Fair expressed his concern that the City and Township must look at current
development pressures as well as long-term plans for future development. He
stated that it was his intention to instruct City staff to place the item of amending
the urban service boundaries for the Orrin Thompson Homes and Bridgeland
Development parcels on the agenda for the May 27 Council meeting. It was his
view that if a resolution could not be made on those two proposals, it would be very
difficult to agree on amendments to the entire urban service area. In addition, the
Mayor stated that he would also be proposing to the Council that the City serve the
Township with a 50-day written notice of withdrawal from the joint urbanization
plan resolution; however, if the Township could agree to modifications of the
southeast boundary to accommodate the two parcels proposed for development, the
60-day notice would be withdrawn, and the Township and City could continue
discussions on long-term plans for development.
Councilmember Bruce Thielen stated that he would much prefer to set another
meeting date to continue discussions and ask the Township to discuss the two
parcels in question amongst themselves and address it at the next meeting.
Franklin Denn expressed his disappointment with being given an ultimatum on
annexation of the parcels in the southeast area since the meeting was scheduled to
discuss the entire urban service area.
Moderator Pat Sawatzke brought the meeting to a close by asking if the boards
would like to set a date now for a future joint meeting or discuss it separately prior
to scheduling a second meeting date.
It was the consensus of Council to select a few possible dates at its meeting on
May 27 and forward them to the Township Board for selection of a date that would
work within their schedule.
Moderator Pat Sawatzke then adjourned the meeting.
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Office Manager
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MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING - MONTICELLO CITY COUNCIL
Monday, September S, 1997- 7 p.m.
Members Present: Bill Fair, Clint Herbst, Brian Stumpf, Roger Carlson, Bruce
Thielen
Members Absent: None
2. Ann n al of mi motes of the re~7^r maeting held Aum~ct 5 1 7
A MOTION WAS MADE BY ROGER CARLSON AND SECONDED BY BRIAN
STUMPF TO APPROVE THE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING HELD
AUGUST 25, 1997, AS WRITTEN. Voting in favor: Roger Carlson, Brian
Stumpf, Clint Herbst, Bill Fair. Abstaining: Bruce Thielen. Motion carried.
3. (~onsid ration of addin~jt ms ~ h a n~1~.
A. A MOTION WAS MADE BY BRIAN STUMPF AND SECONDED BY BRUCE
THIELEN TO ADD ITEM #12 REGARDING CHANGE ORDER #6 FOR THE
WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT TO THE CONSENT AGENDA.
Motion carried unanimously.
B. Mr. Mike Gair of Lyman Development requested that the Council
discuss a letter written by the Monticello Township Board regarding
annexation petitions.
Mayor Fair noted that the item would be added to the end of the
agenda.
4. ('iti m n a/ ' ;on a , s .s n~mnlain ~F.
None.
5. Consent. agr~da.
A.
Public Schools. Recommendation: Approve the zoning ordinance
amendment establishing school uses as an interim use in the I-1 zone.
SEE ORDINANCE AMENDMENT NO. 295.
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B.
Recommendation: Approve issuance of an interim use permit to the
Monticello School District to operate an alternative school program at
1248 Oakwood Drive East with the following conditions:
1. Interim Use Permit will terminate on August 31, 1998.
Extension of the use of the subject property for public school
purposes beyond the termination date may only be granted
through reapplication to the City.
2. The District agrees to stripe the existing parking lot in a way
which maximizes the paved area for efficient parking supply
and circulation.
3. The District agrees to expand parking area at the direction of
the City. The City will direct expanded parking based on the
City's observation of parking demand which causes the use of
on-street parking at any time.
4. The use of the subject property will be for alternative classroom
use during normal school and evening hours but no later than
LO p.m. The property will not be used for any other use.
5. The District may occupy the building during remodeling only at
the direction and under conditions identified by the Building
Official.
6. The District shall make every effort to avoid permanent changes
to the building which, in the opinion of the Building Official,
would not be characteristic of an industrial use.
Approval is based on the finding that the proposed use will not
interfere with the City's long-range objectives of encouraging
industrial development in the area due to the temporary nature of the
permit and the minimal alterations to the property.
C.
. Recommendation: Approve the
development agreement and final plat for the HIein Farms 4th
Addition contingent on final review of the plat by the City Engineer
and Public Works Director.
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D.
97.04C. Recommendation: Adopt a resolution accepting bids,
awarding contract to Barbarossa & Sons, Inc., and ordering project for
the HIein Farms 4th Addition, Project 97-04C, contingent on approval
of the associated final plat and development agreement.
SEE RESOLUTION 97-45.
E.
. Recommendation: Approve purchase of a
laptop computer for the building department as requested at a cost not
to exceed $2,890.
F.
. Recommendation: Approve change order #6 in
the amount of $12,682.50 for the wastewater treatment plant
construction project, Project 93-14C.
A MOTION WAS MADE BY CLINT HERBST AND SECONDED BY ROGER
CARLSON TO APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA AS RECOMMENDED. Motion
carx ied unanimously.
6. Coneid ration of i me mov d from h nxent aeenda for ~scnaeion.
None.
7, onsid rafion of endm nt th cmm~x~hencivr ~13n for the ('ity of
* onticello gq~rr~. a~11y aff~ct'ng *h P to n R'ver Dist 'M tLea Anpli n
Montic llo Housing nd~Qpmen . A ~ .hority.
A MOTION WAS MADE BY BRUCE THIELEN AND SECONDED BY CLINT
HERBST TO TABLE CONSIDERATION OF THE AMENDMENT TO THE
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN UNTIL THE SEPTEMBER 22 MEETING TO ALLOW
ADDITIONAL TIME TO REVIEW THE AMENDMENT. Motion carried
unanimously.
$, (`nna'neration of r s~pT9S.a3l~f)r th iss rn d s 1 of n r 1
g.}~1'~ation imu n a t bonds 4rri s 14~97A for A'o~cr 97 04(' (~8
^a a 4th Ad ' +onl nd Prgjg~. 97-07C (Iigh ^hool S rm ~w rl.
Jerry Shannon of Springsted, Inc., estimated the general obligation
improvement bands to finance the HIein Farms 4th Addition and High School
Trunk Storm Sewer projects at $2,300,000. Project costs would be payable
primarily from special assessments and area trunk charges, which would be
certified in 1998 for first collection in 1999.
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For the HIein Farms 4th Addition project, it was assumed that assessments
would be prepaid as the development progresses. Based on past history of
the developer and other similar projects of the City, it was estimated that for
each of the first two years, 30°I° of outstanding assessments would be
prepaid, 40°l0 of outstanding assessments prepaid in the third year, and 50%
each year thereafter. The High School trunk storm sewer portion of the
project would be payable over ten years with minimal payments.
Mr. Shannon noted that the bonds would be offered for sale on Monday,
October 27, 1997, and considered by the Council at their meeting scheduled
for October 27.
A MOTION WAS MADE BY BRIAN STUMPF AND SECONDED BY BRUCE
THIELEN TO ADOPT A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE SALE OF $2,300,000
IN GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS TO FINANCE THE 97-07C AND 97-04C
IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS AS RECOMMENDED BY SPRINGSTED, INC.
Motion carried unanimously. SEE RESOLUTION 97-46.
9. •ons~de ratio of nuth,~~g_a comprehensive p°~- p1~n.
Consideration of authorizing a comprehensive park plan was tabled until the
September 22 Council meeting pending submittal of a work plan by City
Planner Steve Grittman.
10. Considerati n of 199 ~ropo b ~dget and. peso utio se ting, the
nxeliminary tam.
City Administrator Rick Wolfsteller reported that the budget summaries and
capital outlay expenditures were prepared under the alternative of using the
maximum levy allowed by the Department of Revenue, assuming that
additional discussion would occur in future workshop sessions prior to the
final budget being adopted in December. He noted that state legislators have
established levy limits far cities, which results in an overa111evy limitation
for Monticello for 1998 of $2,784,206 after deduction of state aids (HACA).
To this amount, the City is allowed to add any tax levies needed to cover debt
service payments, which amounts to $1,232,807. Of the $627,785 increase in
the debt service levy, more than $541,000 is necessary for the first levy an
the wastewater treatment plant project. If the maximum amount is levied as
allowed by the State, the total overall levy would be $4,017,013.
Because the tax levy cannot be increased once the maximum preliminary
levy has been set, Wolfsteller suggested that the Council adopt a resolution
using the maximum tax levy allowed, which can then be lowered during
future budget workshops prior to final adoption. He did note, however, that
the only drawback to using the maximum levy is that the County would use
that amount for notices to the residents of anticipated taxes for 1998.
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Councilmember Clint Herbst noted his opposition to adapting the maximum
levy and suggested that the Council aet a specific increase for the levy and
work to meet that goal rather than adopting the maximum amount.
Council discussed the pros and cons of approving the maximum levy, and it
was noted that if a lower levy limit is adopted prior to discussing specifics of
the budget, the City may not be able to complete some of the projects planned
for 1998.
AFTER DISCUSSION, A MOTION WAS MADE BY BRIAN STUMPF AND
SECONDED BY BRUCE THIELEN TO ADOFT A RESOLUTION SETTING THE
1998 PRELIMINARY BUDGET AND RESULTING TAX LEVY AT $4,017,013.
Voting in favor: Brian Stumpf, Bruce Thielen, Bill Fair, Roger Carlson.
Opposed: Glint Herbst. Motion carried. SEE RESOLUTION 97-47.
It was the consensus of Council to set a budget workshop date of Tuesday,
October I4, 199?, at 5 p.m.
It was also the consensus of Council to set the Truth in Taxation public
hearing for Wednesday, December 3, 1997, at 5 p.m., and the public hearing
continuation date far Wednesday, December 10, 1997, at 5 p.m., if needed.
11. ~onsidQration of authorizir-g advertiseme - or b' s r t w y now
~gmoval_ eauipm n ..
Public Works Director John Simola reported that the Parks Commission and
Monticello Community Partners have requested that Council consider
maintaining the pathways throughout the winter. This item was listed as a
high priority for Council consideration in the priority-setting process. It was
also discussed in 1996 along with review of bids for snow removal equipment
and discussions of contracting pathway maintenance. The Council's decision
at that time was not to clear the pathways during the winter months.
Simola noted that he may be able to obtain bids for pathway maintenance if
bid by the hour; however, a total contract amount could not be estimated
unless the contract was bid by the season. He also noted that $25,000 is
budgeted yearly for pathway maintenance, a portion of which could be used
to pay the debt on snow removal equipment.
Council discussion focused on the cost of purchasing equipment versus
contracting the winter pathway maintenance. It was suggested that the City
contract for winter maintenance the first year to see haw much the pathways
are used prior to purchasing equipment.
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AFTER DISCUSSION, A MOTION WAS MADE BY ROGER CARLSON TO
INVESTIGATE KEEPING THE PATHWAYS OPEN DURING THE WINTER BY
MEANS OF OBTAINING BIDS FOR CONTRACTING PATHWAY MAINTENANCE.
CLINT HERBST AMENDED THE MOTION TO ALSO OBTAIN BIDS ON THE SKID
LOADER WITH BLOWER. BRUCE THIELEN ALSO AMENDED THE MOTION TO
OBTAIN SIDS ON THE TRACKLESS TYPE 4F SNOWPLOWBLOWER. CLINT
HERBST SECONDED THE AMENDED MOTION. Voting in favor: Roger
Carlson, Clint Herbst, Bruce Thielen, Bill Fair. Opposed: Brian Stumpf.
Motion carried.
12.
~L.a~ n nroiect•.
This item was added to the consent agenda as item 5F.
13. ~onsiderat,~on ~f ado 'nn of gov~~ mo el and project prioritization
liming.
In his report to Council, Chief Building Official Fred Patch stated that after
reviewing comments from commission members regarding the community
vision statement and governing policies, several changes were incorporated
into the draft for Council review such as deleting "spiritual" values under
item #2, and the roles of City Council and the City Administrator were
clarified under Management/Governance Linkage Policies.
Councilmember Bruce Thielen stated that it will be difficult to know whether
the policy is working without performance measures included which can be
reviewed annually. Assistant Administrator Jeff O'Neill suggested that each
department be measured over time for effectiveness by listing goals and
using measurements against the goals. In addition, he stated that the
priority list could be checked against the budget to see if projects have been
completed. Fred Patch suggested that each department or commission choose
five items from the list as goals for the year.
AFTER DISCUSSION, A MOTION WAS MADE BY BRUCE THIELEN TO ADOPT
THE COMMUNITY VISION AND GOVERNANCE POLICY WITH THE
UNDERSTANDING THAT COUNCIL WILL REVIEW THEM ON AN ANNUAL
BASIS, AND STAFF TS DIRECTED TO CREATE PERFORMANCE MEASURES TO
USE IN THE PROCESS.
BILL FAIR AMENDED THE MOTION TO STATE THAT THE POLICY AND
ASSOCIATED GOALS BE REVIEWED IN OCTOBER EACH YEAR IN
CONJUNCTION WITH BUDGET DEVELOPMENT.
THE AMENDED MOTION WAS SECONDED BY ROGER CARLSON. Motion
carried unanimously.
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14. r'nnair~Prnti~T3 of establishing ~]i~y on e~IL ee educational/tr~n;n~
~F.Inirtara,
Chief Building Official Fred Patch reported that the governing policies of the
City establish that the City Council and City Administrator will provide
opportunities for training and professional development directed to purposes
of the City, which is intended for City Council, commission members, and
staff. While seminars and conferences held within the state have been
attended by staff, natianaUout-of--state conferences and seminars have not
been attended. Patch requested permission to attend either the Building
Officials Canference of America (BOLA) conference ar the International
Conference of Building Officaials (ICBO) conference at a cast slightly in excess
of $1,500. In addition, he requested that Cauncil establish guidelines in
cooperation with the City Administrator providing for future out-of--state
travel for training and professional development far staff.
City Administrator Rick Wolfsteller noted that the personnel policy does
provide for and encourage staff training, and each year's budget includes
money for staff conferences/training.
No Cauncil action was necessary, as the governance policy adopted in the
previous agenda item authorizes the City Administrator to provide
opportunities for training and personal development directed to the purposes
of the City or as related to job performance.
15. C'c~nsiderati n o bills for the firs h 1 o Pptember, 997.
A MOTION WAS MADE BY GLINT HERBST AND SECONDED BY BRIAN
STUMPF TO APPROVE THE BILLS FOR THE FIRST HALF OF SEPTEMBER AS
PRESENTED. Motion carried unanimously.
The Mayar called a chart recess to allow time to review a letter received from the
Manticello Township Board regarding annexation petitions.
16. Othe matters.
A. .onsiderat~on n p,~opo ~l l~~o .i ,~11 ToS=mall o r g ;n
a~-~,p.exation req~iests.
Mayor Fair noted that he had now reviewed the proposal from the
Monticello Township Board regarding modifications to the existing
orderly annexation agreement. The Mayor then allowed the
developers why requested discussion of the item to address the
Council.
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John Johnson, consultant civil engineer assisting in development of
the Shermer property, requested that Council consider expediting
annexation of the parcels not in dispute so that they can continue
development plans by making application to the City.
Steve Ryan of Lyman Development also requested that the annexation
process be expedited and requested feedback from the Council on their
intentions.
Janice DeMars, representing Art and Darlene Anderson, requested
that the City consider annexation of the 40-acre parcel an the
southeast side of Monticello even though it was not addressed by the
Township in their letter. Although the parcel is not in the urban
service area, it is located in the orderly annexation area.
Councilmember Brian Stumpf stated that he did not feel the
subcommittees of the Council and Township were given enough time to
negotiate an agreement for consideration.
Councilmember Bruce Thielen suggested that, since City staff only just
received the Township's letter the Friday before the meeting and the
Mayor only received the letter a few minutes ago, the Council
acknowledge receipt of the letter and put the item on the next Council
agenda to allow staff time to review and comment.
Council also discussed the last action taken by the Council regarding
the annexation petitions, which was to accept all of the petitions and
forward them to the Minnesota Municipal Board either jointly with the
Township or an a contested basis without the Township. Therefore,
staff was directed to forward the petitions to the Municipal Board for
consideration and place the Township's letter an the next Council
agenda for discussion.
A MOTION WAS MADE BY CLINT HERBST AND SECONDED BY BRUCE THIELEN TO
ADJOURN THE MEETING. Motion carried unanimously.
Kar n Doty
Office Manager
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