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City Council Minutes 01-26-2015MINUTES REGULAR MEETING — MONTICELLO CITY COUNCIL Monday, January 26, 2015 — 7 p.m. Mississippi Room, Monticello Community Center Present: Brian Stumpf, Charlotte Gabler, Lloyd Hilgart, Tom Perrault, Glen Posusta Absent: None 1. Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance Mayor Stumpf called the meeting to order at 7 p.m. and declared a quorum present. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. 2. Approval of Minutes — January 12, 2015 Regular Meeting CHARLOTTE GABLER MOVED TO ACCEPT THE JANUARY 12, 2015 REGULAR MEETING MINUTES AS PRESENTED. TOM PERRAULT SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED 5 -0. 3. Consideration of adding items to the agenda • Council meeting updates (Brian Stumpf) 4A. Citizen comments, public service announcements, and updates 1) Citizen Comments: None 2) Public Service Announcements: a) Winter Block Party and Snow Sculpture Contest (2/21) — Rachel Leonard announced the 2nd Annual Winter Block Party on February 21' at the community center. There will be a snow sculpture and snowman contest from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Family fun events will run from noon to 2 p.m. The event is sponsored by Friends of Bertram. Persons can register at MCC for the contests. b) City Tree Sales (ends 2/27) — Rachel Leonard announced spring tree sales are underway for city residents. Six trees typed are available for order with limit of three trees per household at a cost of $35 each. Orders are due to city hall by February 27d' and trees will be available for pick up toward the end of April. 3) Updates: a) Wayne Oberg introduced the managers of the Liquor Store and DMV, Randall Johnsen and Carolyn Granger respectively. Wayne Oberg described these operations as very positive for the city as both generate revenue from their operations. City Council Minutes — January 26, 2015 Page 1 Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) - Wayne Oberg reviewed the mission statement of the DMV. For 2014 the DMV realized a net profit of $196,170. They handled 67,462 transactions for the year, with the majority of those being related to motor vehicles. The annual revenue totaled $497,798 with expenses totaling $301,628. Carolyn Granger talked to Council about some of the changes that she has made to increase revenue and transactions. She has increased advertising in various ways, the DMV has participated in some community events to increase awareness of the local office, she has called and sent letters to area car dealers to offer their services, and she has made changes in the office to improve operational efficiencies. Carolyn Granger mentioned a survey that they conducted last year, which generated positive comments as to the office staff and treatment of customers. The Monticello DMV office received high ratings overall. b) Liquor Store — Wayne Oberg introduced the mission statement for Hi Way Liquors. Oberg reviewed the sales by category over the last five years resulting in increases in all categories. Wayne Oberg pointed out that beer sales capture about 50% of the sales. He discussed sales, cost of sales, gross profit, and gross margin, which has remained around 25% over the years. The net change in revenues and cost of sales /expenditures steadily increased from 2010 to 2013 with a slight drop in 2014. Randall Johnsen commented on the slight decrease in 2014 and indicated that should not be of a concern as it was likely due to the construction on I -94. Since the construction ended, sales have rebounded. Randall Johnsen noted that the 25% gross margin in liquor sales is very good for this industry. Randall Johnsen talked about several ways that he promoted Hi Way Liquors to keep customers coming back, including two wine sales and ongoing targeted sales during the construction season. Randall_ Johnsen talked about how the store profits benefit the community and how he provides unique promotions to create connections to the community. Examples: a fundraiser with the Vikings Children's Fund, annual food drive for the Monticello Foodshelf, and winter coat drive sponsored by some beer distributors. Glen Posusta commented on the value of the local liquor store and the amount of money that it brings into the community. Brian Stumpf noted that the liquor store offers fair pricing and good inventory. c) Block 34 — Angela Schumann provided an update on Block 34 as related to the intersection improvements at CSAH 75 and Hwy 25. Angela Schumann summarized the ongoing work by consultants and WSB in preparing Block 34 for demolition and redevelopment, including potential for tax increment financing. The EDA has been kept informed of the progress and was presented with a proposal for demolition of the former Montgomery Farms City Council Minutes — January 26, 2015 Page 2 building at 100 East Broadway on the northwest corner of Block 34. The EDA will be involved in some further actions as this plan progresses. Brian Stumpf asked why only the one building is being demolished at this time. Angela Schumann explained that this preserves flexibility for establishment of future redevelopment as a tax increment district. 4D, Council Liaison Updates 1) Brian Stumpf (IEDC, MCC, FAB, MOAA, MFRA, BCOL, TAC, Personnel) Updated on MCC (down 4% usage in 2014, romp & stomp room improvements, software upgrade in future); TAC (Fallon Avenue overpass); Personnel (city hall space needs) 2) Charlotte Gabler (PC, FAB, Library, M -BL Transp, Personnel) FAB (role of board members & staff, goals, property /utility easement area); PC (interim sign ordinance, solar power land use) 3) Lloyd Hilgart (EDA, IEDC, TAC, TSAC) EDA (TIF districts /financing) 4) Tom Perrrault (EDA, PAC, MOAA, M -BL Transp, WWTF, Emerg, Safety) EDA (welcomed 2 new commissioners); PAC (discussed hours for law enforcement); MOAA and M -BL Transp (upcoming meetings) 5) Glen Posusta (Parks, BCOL, Comm Ed, TSAC) BCOL (next land purchases, biosolids farm) S. Consent Agenda: A. Consideration of approving payment of bills for January 261'. THIS ITEM WAS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA. B. Consideration of approving new hires and departures for City departments. Recommendation: Ratify new hires and terminations for MCC and Liquor Store. C. Consideration of adopting Resolution #2015 -003 approving a contribution from All Elements to sponsor the 2015 Blazin' Thru Bertram/Phillip LaVallee Memorial Run. Recommendation: Adopt Resolution #2015 -003 approving a contribution of $250 from All Elements for sponsorship of the 2015 Blazin' Thru Bertram/Phillip LaVallee Memorial Run. D. Consideration of adopting Ordinance No. 608 amending the Monticello City Code, Title 1, Section 6 — Personnel. THIS ITEM WAS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA. E. Consideration of adopting Ordinance No. 607 amending the Monticello City Code, Title 2, Chapter 1 — Planning Commission, and adopt Summary Ordinance No. 607A for publication. THIS ITEM WAS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA. City Council Minutes — January 26, 2015 Page 3 F. Consideration of approving the 2015 Wright County Annual Highway Maintenance agreement. THIS ITEM WAS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA. G. Consideration of approving amendments to Monticello City Code, Title 3, Chapter 16 — Rental Housing Licensing. Recommendation: Approve the proposed amendments to Monticello City Code, Title 3, Chapter 16 — Rental_ Housing Licensing for sections 6 and 7 and direct staff to prepare an ordinance amendment for Council approval and publication. H. Consideration of approving Amendment No. 3 to the Recreation Agreement between the school district, the hockey association and the City of Monticello. Recommendation: Approve Amendment No. 3 to Article VI, Section 2(b) of the Recreation Agreement between the school district, the hockey association, and the City of Monticello as proposed. I. Consideration of authorizing staff to execute a contract with Golden West Technologies, Inc. to provide after -hours Tech Support for FiberNet. THIS ITEM WAS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA. J. Consideration of adopting Interim Ordinance No. 609 regulating temporary signage and adopt Summary Ordinance No. 609A for publication. THIS ITEM WAS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA. K. Consideration of approving an application for a temporary charitable gambling permit for a raffle conducted by Swan River Montessori School PTO. Recommendation: Approve the application for a charitable gambling permit for a raffle to be conducted by. Swan River Montessori PTO on March 21, 2015 at the community center. LLOYD HILGART MOVED TO APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA WITH THE REMOVAL OF ITEMS A, D, E, F, I, AND J. TOM PERRAULT SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED 5 -0. 6. Consideration of items removed from the consent agenda for discussion 5A. Consideration of approving payment of bills for January 26th Lloyd Hilgart asked about credit card purchases and how that works at the end of the year. Wayne Oberg talked about the modified accrual basis for accounting at the end of the year, which would require adjustments if they were actually for 2014 expenses. Lloyd Hilgart asked about varying prices in gas purchases; it was mentioned that some purchases may be for a different gas type such as premium or diesel. Brian Stumpf noted that some of the fire vehicles require premium gas. City Council Minutes — January 26, 2015 Page 4 TOM PERRAULT MOVED TO APPROVE PAYMENT OF THE BILL AND PURCHASE CARD REGISTERS FOR A TOTAL AMOUNT OF $682,361.77. LLOYD HILGART SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED 5 -0. 5D. Consideration of adopting Ordinance No. 608 amending the Monticello City Code, Title 1, Section 6 — Personnel Tom Perrault asked for an explanation on the personnel ordinance change. Jeff O'Neill discussed the change in job title for the deputy clerk to city clerk and noted that in the position held by Cathy Shuman, she is actually carrying out the responsibilities of a city clerk. Tracy Ergen and Jeff O'Neill added comments about the change in title to reflect separation of City Administrator and City Clerk duties. LLOYD HILGART MOVED TO ADOPT ORDINANCE NO. 608 AMENDING MONTICELLO CITY CODE, TITLE 1, CHAPTER 6 — PERSONNEL AS PROPOSED. CHARLOTTE GABLER SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED 5 -0. 5E. Consideration of adopting Ordinance No. 607 amending the Monticello City Code, Title 2, Chapter I — Planning Commission, and adopt Summary Ordinance No. 607A for publication Tom Perrault asked about the wording of section 2 -1 -8 that allows either the Chair or three members of the Planning Commission to call for a special meeting. He recommended that it be changed to two members so that a quorum cannot call a meeting themselves. Angela Schumann offered to check on that to see if which would be the preferable wording. LLOYD HILGART MOVED TO ADOPT ORDINANCE NO. 607 AMENDING MONTICELLO CITY CODE, TITLE 2, CHAPTER 1 — PLANNING COMMISSION, AS PROPOSED (WITH APPROPRIATE LANGUAGE FOR CALLING A MEETING) AND ADOPT SUMMARY ORDINANCE NO. 607A FOR PUBLICATION. TOM PERRAULT SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED 5 -0. [Note: The language in the ordinance was changed to allow the chair or two members to call for a planning commission meeting.] 5p: Consideration of approving the 2015 Fright County Annual Highway Maintenance agreement Tom Perrault asked Tom Moores about the wording in the agreement relating to average cost per mile for specified years. The years were listed as 2012, 2014, and 2015 and should be listed as 2012, 2013, and 2014. This will be noted when the contract is returned to Wright County. TOM PERRAULT MOVED TO APPROVE THE 2015 MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT WITH WRIGHT COUNTY AS PROPOSED WITH COMPENSATION City Council Minutes — January 26, 2015 Page 5 AT $19,641.90. CHARLOTTE GABLER SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED 5 -0. 51 Consideration of authorizing staff to execute a contract with Golden West Technologies, Inc. to provide after -hours Tech Support for FiberNet Several council members pulled this item for an explanation of the request. Jeff O'Neill discussed the proposal from Golden West and what they would provide for FiberNet. The company handles call services for a number of small entities for after hours support and comes highly recommended from Dan Olsen of Windomnet. This contract would replace some of the after -hours tech support by FiberNet staff. Glen Posusta expressed his concern about entering into a contract without knowing how it will work out for the city. He would recommend trying it out for six months rather than a year. Jeff O'Neill felt this was a good idea and noted that there is a 90 -day notice requirement to cancel the contract. Charlotte Gabler also concurred with a 6 -month trial contract. GLEN POSUSTA MOVED TO AUTHORIZE A CONTRACT WITH GOLDEN WEST TECHNOLOGIES, INC. TO PROVIDE AFTER -HOURS CALL CENTER SUPPORT FOR A 6 -MONTH TRIAL PERIOD. LLOYD HILGART SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED 5 -0. Tom Perrault asked if there were any projections of costs for the city. Rachel Leonard explained the current support system at FiberNet for after- hours, which requires someone to be available whether or not there are incoming calls. With Golden West, the charges would be on a per call basis. Tom Perrault asked what would happen if there was a significant event. Rachel Leonard explained that FiberNet staff could be called on to handle that. Glen Posusta asked staff to confirm how the city would be charged if there were a large quantity of calls on a problem. Lloyd Hilgart asked how this would affect staffing levels at FiberNet. Rachel Leonard reviewed the plans for adjusting staff hours to cover higher volume times. 5J. Consideration of adopting Interim /Ordinance No. 609 regulating temporar-, signage and adopt Summary Ordinance No. 609A for publication Glen Posusta questioned the proposed interim temporary sign ordinance and stated he would prefer to keep the current interim ordinance as is. Angela Schumann explained that an interim ordinance cannot be extended. This proposal asks Council to adopt another interim temporary sign ordinance in order to give the Planning Commission time to review the temporary sign ordinance. GLEN POSUSTA MOVED TO ADOPT INTERIM ORDINANCE NO. 609 REGULATING TEMPORARY SIGNAGE, WHICH WOULD EXPIRE JANUARY 26, 2016, AND TO ADOPT SUMMARY ORDINANCE NO. 609A FOR PUBLICATION. LLOYD HILGART SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED 5 -0. City Council Minutes — January 26, 2015 Page 6 Other Glen Posusta asked for clarification on Item 5G regarding the wording in Section C — Right to Refuse Entry. He wanted to know what would happen if a tenant or owner would refuse entrance for a rental inspection. Ron Hackenmueller explained that a rental unit must be inspected in order to be licensed. If entry was refused for the licensing inspection, they would not receive a rental license. 7. Regular Agenda: A. Consideration of adopting Resolution #2015 -004 denying the January 121h 2015 appeal of the administrative decision as related to application of Monticello Zoning Ordinance, Chapter 4, Section 2 — Tree Protection Angela Schumann explained that this is basically a housekeeping item to follow up on the action taken by Council on January 12a'. By adopting this resolution, Council affirms their decision to deny the appeal related to the Tree Protection ordinance. Glen Posusta questioned when the ordinance was adopted and whether this ordinance could prohibit development in a commercial area. Angela Schumann explained that the zoning ordinance was adopted in 2010 and the tree protection ordinance actually has some exceptions. It is mainly focused on residential properties and exempts commercial and industrial properties. LLOYD HILGART MOVED FOR ALTERNATIVE #1 TO ADOPT RESOLUTION #2015 -004 DENYING THE APPEAL OF THE ADMINISTRATIVE DECISION AS RELATED TO APPLICATION OF MONTICELLO ZONING ORDINANCE, CHAPTER 4, SECTION 2 — TREE PROTECTION. GLEN POSUSTA SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION X13,11,1411" gala B. Consideration of adopting Resolution #2015 -006 accepting the feasibility report and calling for a public hearing for School Boulevard Improvements, Cit.Mject No. 14C003 Shibani Bisson provided a presentation about the feasibility report and proposed project for School Boulevard Improvements. Shibani Bisson reviewed the location of the proposed improvements, existing conditions of the road, and proposed project. Shibani Bisson explained that this would consist ofa mill and overlay between Edmonson and Fallon. Glen Posusta questioned why they are proposing milling the top two inches and why not complete and edge mill. Shibani Bisson explained that milling two inches allows for the overlay to be placed on solid pavement by taking off the top lift. The project would include tree plantings and improvements to some adjacent pathways. Glen Posusta asked if there might be impacts to the existing trees when installing a root control City Council Minutes — January 26, 2015 Page 7 CJ barrier. Shibani Bisson explained the process and stated that they would address this during design. The estimated total project cost is $634,500 with funding through assessments to the school district, city /state aid funds, and pathway improvement budgeted funds. Shibani Bisson pointed out that meetings were held with the school district to discuss the assessments. The school district may also want to make some driveway access improvements in conjunction with this project and that would also be assessed to them. Wayne Oberg explained that Council adopted a reimbursement resolution to bond for the costs up front. Shibani Bisson mentioned that other properties along the project route are not going to be assessed because they do not have direct access to School Boulevard. Shibani Bisson asked Council to call for a public hearing on February 9`h to consider ordering the project and authorizing preparation of plans and specs. Tom Perrault asked about the sidewalk along the school and why that was not included in the project. Shibani Bisson explained that portion of the trail system was overlaid within the last ten years and is in good condition. The Parks Department would take care of any crack filling that is needed. GLEN POSUSTA MOVED FOR ALTERNATIVE #1 TO ADOPT RESOLUTION #2015 -006 ACCEPTING THE FEASIBILITY REPORT AND CALLING FOR A PUBLIC HEARING ON FEBRUARY 9, 2015 FOR SCHOOL BOULEVARD IMPROVEMENTS, CITY PROJECT NO. 14C003. LLOYD HILGART SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED 5 -0. allon A City Project No. 14CO03 the feasibili Shibani Bisson provided a presentation on the Fallon Avenue and 85th Street improvements. Shibani Bisson noted that these streets were turned over to the City when annexation occurred and the City is required to maintain these line roads. Shibani Bisson reviewed the history of the roads and noted the pavement conditions in various sections of the roads. Shibani Bisson explained that MnDOT will be doing work on a portion of 85th Street as part of the Hwy 25 improvements at that intersection. The city is proposing to reclaim and overlay a portion of 85h Street adjacent to the Hwy 25 project and to overlay a portion of Fallon Avenue and 85th Street bordering Hunters Crossing. Glen Posusta asked if the City was going to do anything about the low corner at 85h Street and Fallon Avenue. Shibani Bisson said that would be looked at when they are working on the design for the project. Shibani Bisson discussed the plans for the extension of the Fallon Avenue trail to Hunters Crossing. The pathway would be constructed adjacent to the roadway edge with no boulevard in the area of the wetland. City Council Minutes — January 26, 2015 Page 8 The total projected cost estimate is $280,000, with funding from the Capital Project fund and Closed Bond fund. Shibani Bisson pointed out that a future bond sale would be used to reimburse the Street Reconstruction for the project costs. This project would be bid in conjunction with the School Boulevard Improvement project. Shibani Bisson explained that some of the adjoining properties on this project are located in the township. They will be notified of the public hearing but will not be assessed as part of the project. If any of the parcels would be annexed, there is the potential of assessing the developer when the land is developed. Tom Perrault asked if any of this project would be eligible for using the Texas underseal. Shibani Bisson explained this is a new technology and may be more effective for the School Boulevard project. She noted that eventually Fallon Avenue and 850' Street would be reconstructed to an urban section. Brian Stumpf commented on an issue with standing water at the intersection of Fallon Drive at Fallon Avenue. He suggested that should be looked at. GLEN POSUSTA MOVED FOR ALTERNATIVE #1 TO ADOPT RESOLUTION #2015 -007 ACCEPTING THE FEASIBILITY REPORT AND CALLING FOR A PUBLIC HEARING ON FEBRUARY 9, 2015 FOR THE FALLON AVENUE PATHWAY EXTENSION AND FALLON AVENUE AND 85TH STREET IMPROVEMENTS, CITY PROJECT NO. 14C003. LLOYD HILGART SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED 5 -0. D. Consideration of appointing Daryl Gilles as Monticello Fire Chief as recommended by Fire Department personnel and appointing him as a representative to the Fire Relief Board of Trustees Tracy Ergen presented this item noting that the Fire Department held their annual meeting on January 190' and elected Daryl Gilles as the Fire Chief for a two year tefm. The Council is asked to formally appoint Daryl Gilles to this position. Chief Gilles spoke briefly about his past experience of 1.4 years and answered questions. TOM PERRAULT MOVED FOR ALTERNATIVE #1 TO APPOINT DARYL GILLES AS MONTICELLO FIRE CHIEF FOR A TWO -YEAR TERM AND APPOINT HIM AS A REPRESENTATIVE TO THE FIRE RELIEF BOARD OF TRUSTEES. GLEN POSUSTA SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED 5 -0. E. Consideration of approving membership in the MN Public Broadband Alliance and authorizing a 2015 budget of $7800 City Council Minutes — January 26, 2015 Page 9 Jeff O'Neill explained that this group was formed out of the Blandin Foundation grant that was authorized by Council and four other agencies last year. The Alliance focuses on sharing resources to maximize their use of broadband technology. The organization would like to be established formally with bylaws and a budget of about $39,000 for 2015. Each of the five member agencies would be asked to contribute $7,800 toward the budget. It is proposed to fund this out of the 2015 FiberNet budget. Lloyd Hilgart asked. how much the city is currently saving on broadband. Jeff O'Neill explained some of the investments that the city has made, which have decreased our costs and improved our broadband performance. Lloyd Hilgart would like to see a more concrete definition of costs and benefits that can be derived by membership in an alliance like this. Rachel Leonard explained some of the advantages that have been gained by joining forces with other organizations such as Windomnet. Tom Perrault had a question on the definitions of membership addressed in the proposed bylaws, which Brian Stumpf explained. TOM PERRAULT MOVED FOR ALTERNATIVE #1 TO APPROVE MEMBERSHIP IN THE MINNESOTA PUBLIC BROADBAND ALLIANCE AND AUTHORIZE A BUDGET SHARE OF $7,800 FOR THE COST OF MEMBERSHIP IN 2015. LLOYD HILGART SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED 5 -0. 8. Added items • Updates for upcoming meetings – Brian Stumpf asked for updates from Animal Control and the Monticello Senior Center to be scheduled for February 9', if possible. 9. Adjournment TOM PERRAULT MOVED TO ADJOURN THE MEETING AT 9:22 P.M. LLOYD HILGART SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED 5 -0. Recorder: Catherine M. Shuman CW Approved: February 9, 2015 Attest: 04,t�e_ (a-4-41-1 Cit inistrator City Council Minutes — January 26, 2015 Page 10