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City Council Minutes 04-10-2006MINUTES REGULAR MEETING - MONTICELLO CITY COUNCIL Monday April 10, 2006 - 7 p.m. Members Present: Clint Herbst, Wayne Mayer, Tom Perrault, Glen Posusta and Brian Stumpf Members Absent: None 1. Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance Mayor Herbst called the meeting to order at 7 p.m. and declared a quorum present. The Pledge of Allegiance was said. 2A. Approve minutes of March 27, 2006 regular Council meeting. BRIAN STUMPF MOVED TO APPROVE THE MINUTES OF THE MARCH 27, 2006 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING. TOM PERRAULT SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 2B. Approve minutes of March 20, 2006 special Council meeting. Since no minutes were submitted, the Council tabled approval of the minutes. 3. Consideration of adding items to the agenda. The following items were added to the agenda: 1) Update on Cory Kingbay land purchase; 2) Update on ordinance for public utility use in right-of-way; 3) Trash/litter on streets; 4) Parking signs; 5) Drainage issue at 401 Front Street; and 6) Authorization to proceed with appraisal on YMCA property. 4. Citizen comments, petitions, requests and complaints. Linda Obrycki, 401 Front Street spoke to the Council concerning the lost of her property because on flooding of Linn Street and River Street. She has been working with State Representative Bruce Anderson and the Soil and Water Conservation office to get the problem resolved. Linda Obrycki provided a history of the problem and her attempts to resolve it. She stated she was told four years ago that the storm sewer pipe in the street would be replaced. That has not happened and now she is being told that it is not certain when the storm sewer pipe would be replaced. She did not want to destabilize the river bank which is why she sought Council approval on the placement of her garage. She stated that since she has owned the property 25'-30' of riverbank has been lost to the erosion. She stated the storm sewer is not big enough so runoff water is directed over her driveway (her driveway is the lowest point in the street) and around her house. In dealing with the Soil and Water Conservation office they told her the problem was the City's fault because the City had not planned for growth and the means to handle it. Council Minutes: 4/10/06 The City has come up with a plan that would provide a temporary fix until such time as the storm sewer in the street is replaced. Linda Obrycki stated that when the drainage issue first came up the City had indicated they would participate up to 50% of the cost and now they are limiting their participation to 25% of the cost. She reiterated that she was told by several parties that the storm sewer pipe was not adequate and should be replaced City Engineer Bruce Westby stated that the problem is caused by the river water, ground water and springs located in the area. Clint Herbst asked if there was someway the driveway could be raised or the curb cut changed that would help reduce the problem. Bruce Westby stated that a 5 year rain event would occur before the water runs over the driveway. He stated that the City's plan calls for improvements to be made to city owned property adjacent to 401 Front Street. If these improvements are made it should take care of a considerable amount of the runoff problem. He added this would be a temporary solution to the problem until such time as the street in the area is reconstructed and the storm sewer pipe is replaced. The City's improvement would reduce the amount of water running onto her property but the proposed improvements would not correct the damage to the river bank. Staff felt the City could contribute up to 25% of the cost of the work on her property in addition to covering the entire cost of the improvements on the city owned property. Linda Obrycki stated that initially the City said they would participate up to 50%. She felt the City was responsible for the damage to the river bank and she did not want to put any money into improvements on her property if the temporary fix wasn't going to work. Clint Herbst stated he, John Simola and Bruce Westby would set up a time to review the site and the proposed plan for correcting the problem. Wayne Mayer sought clarification on the Soil and Water Conservation office's participation. Linda Obrycki said that once it was determined that it was a City problem the Soil and Water Conservation office indicated they would not participate in any cost. State Representative, Bruce Anderson indicated he was concerned that in a letter dated early December it stated that a plan to correct the problem would be drawn up. It is now April and there still is no plan nor is there any firm determination on how much the City will be paying. City Administrator, Rick Wolfsteller stated the City does have a plan and that Linda Obrycki had gotten cost estimates based on that plan. There is legal implications for the City relating to doing improvements on private property. The City will be doing the improvements on the city owned parcel and if the Council wants the City could contribute up to 25% for improvements on the Obrycki site. 5. Consent Agenda: A. Consideration of approving hires and departures. Recommendation: Ratify the hires and departures for the liquor store as identified. B. Consideration to approve a resolution calling for a public hearing by the City Council on 2 Council Minutes: 4/10/06 the proposed adoption of a modification to the TIF Plan for TIF District 1-2 (Metcalf - Larson) and a modification to the TIF Plan for TIF District No. 1-24 (St. Benedict's). Recommendation: Adopt a resolution calling for a public hearing by the City Council on the proposed modification to the TIF Plan for TIF District No. 1-2 and the modification to the TIF Plan for TIF District No. 1-24. Res. No. 2006-24 C. Consideration to authorize conveyance of Lot 1, Block 1, Otter Creek Crossing 2nd Addition from the City to the HRA. Recommendation: Approve a resolution authorizing conveyance of city property to the Housing and Redevelopment Authority in and for the City of Monticello. Res. No. 2006-25. D. Consideration of approving one -day charitable gambling license for the Monticello Girls Fastpitch Association. Recommendation: Adopt a resolution authorizing the State Gambling Control Board to issue the temporary charitable gambling license to the Monticello Girls Fastpitch Association for a raffle at the High School Ballfields on July 11, 2006. Res. No. 2006-23. E. Consideration of a request for a conditional use permit for a professional office in a B-1 District. Applicant: Don Hickman. Recommendation: Approve the conditional use permit for a professional and commercial office at 355 East Broadway with the conditions as noted below based on a finding that the low intensity commercial use proposed meets the conditions required by code, is compatible with the area and si consistent with the purpose of the B-1 district: 1. Signage for the site is consistent with the requirements of the applicable zoning district. 2. The applicant provide the noted information regarding parking space dimensions and availability. A parking layout consistent with standard dimensional requirements for angled parking will be required. Parking lot signage to direct traffic as to the one-way nature of the traffic flow. 4. The applicant verify or provide additional tall shrub plantings to mitigate the impact of the building wall on the west, and the lighting on the east, relative to the neighboring residential uses. F. Consideration of a request for a conditional use permit to allow a drive-in and convenience fast food establishment in a B-3 District. Applicant: Tom Holthaus. Recommendation: Approve the conditional use permit for Taco Johns subject to the conditions noted below: 1. The wall sign on the west side of the building shall be removed. 2. The landscape plan shall be revised to provide additional screening in the northwest corner of the site. Said screening may be accomplished through dense vegetation, a solid fence, or any combination thereof. Proposed sod shall be removed and replaced with shrubs and/or mulch at the northwest comer of the site. Irrigated sod is acceptable in the locations around the building. 3. The applicant shall submit sample colors or building photos and verify that materials of the trash enclosure will match those of the principal structure. 3 Council Minutes: 4/10/06 4. The volume of the drive-through communication systems shall not be audible from the nearby residential area. A sound/decibel qualification may be required at the time of the building permit. 5. Photometric plan is subject to approval by the City Building Official. 6. Site plans shall be revised to include a concrete sidewalk along Deegan Avenue. G. Consideration of an amendment to the conditional use permit for a development stage PUD for an expansion to the Muller Theater. Applicant: AMCON. Recommendation: Approve the development stage PUD amendment for AMCON/Muller Theatre based on a finding that the proposed addition is consistent with the requirements of the zoning ordinance and the conditions required of the original PUD. The recommendation is conditioned on: A. The applicant's continuation to work with staff on the westerly driveway design. B. Review of the City Engineer for final engineering detail C. Final lighting plan subject to the review of the Building Official. H. Consideration of a request for an interim use permit for the relocation of a billboard within Outlot A, Country Club Manor. Applicant: City of Monticello. Recommendation: Approve the interim use permit allowing relocation of a sign from the AVR site to Outlot A of Country Club Manor with the term of the interim use permit to match the time frame identified in the original lease agreement. I. Consideration of approving plans and specifications and authorizing the advertisement of bids for the Meadow Oaks and CSAH 39 Lift Stations and Forcemain Improvements. Recommendation: Approve the plans and specifications and authorize the advertisement of bids for Meadow Oaks and CSAH 39 Lift Stations and Forcemain Improvements. J. Consideration of approving addendum to funding participation agreement between City and Wright County - Project No. 2004 -OIC CSAH 18/I-94 Interchange Project. Recommendation: Approve the addendum to the funding and construction agreement as proposed identifying the terms for the County's repayment of their $2,000,00 share of I-94/CSAR 18 Interchange Project. K. Consideration of approving final plat of Prairie Ponds Third Addition. Recommendation: Approve the final plat of Prairie Ponds 3rd Addition based on a finding that the plat is best suited for the specific development needs of the property and that all lots in the plat will continue to meet the City's zoning requirements and conditioned upon the execution of an amended development agreement relating to the Prairie Ponds 3' Addition. L. Consideration to reconsider denial of concept stage approval for a PUD for Tom Rollings. Recommendation: 1) Move to reconsider previous Council action denying the conditional use permit for concept stage and call for a new vote on the request for a conditional use permit for concept stage PUD based on a revised site plan addressing rd Council Minutes: 4/10/06 Council's basis for denial. 2) Move to table action the conditional use permit for concept stage PUD in order to allow sufficient review time regarding the revised plan. Items #5F and #5I were removed from the consent agenda. BRIAN STUMPF MOVED TO APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA WITH ITEMS #5F AND #5I BEING REMOVED AND WITH HIMSELF ABSTAINING FROM VOTING ON ITEM #5L. TOM PERRAULT SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6. Consideration of items removed from the consent agenda for discussion. #SF Conditional Use Permit for Taco Johns/Tom Holthaus: Tom Perrault had a concern about the entrances to the site. Bruce Westby said staff in their review of the plans did not see a problem with the entrances. Clint Herbst asked if there would be a berm placed as a buffer between the site and the residential area and also asked about noise and light from the drive- through area. Jeff O'Neill stated that the Planning Commission was assured that this would not be a problem. Tom Perrault asked if only 2-3 car lengths was room enough for the stacking area and Jeff O'Neill replied that it met design standards. BRIAN STUMPF MOVED TO APPROVE THE CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR TACO JOHNS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: 1. The wall sign on the west side of the building shall be removed. 2. The landscape plan shall be revised to provide additional screening in the northwest corner of the site. Said screening may be accomplished through dense vegetation, a solid fence, or any combination thereof. Proposed sod shall be removed and replaced with shrubs and/or mulch at the northwest corner of the site. Irrigated sod is acceptable in the locations around the building. 3. The applicant shall submit sample colors or building photos and verify that materials of the trash enclosure will match those of the principal structure. 4. The volume of the drive-through communication systems shall not be audible from the nearby residential area. A sound/decibel qualification may be required at the time of the building permit. 5. Photometric plan is subject to approval by the City Building Official. 6. Site plans shall be revised to include a concrete sidewalk along Deegan Avenue. #5IApprove Plans and Specifications for Meadow Oaks & CSAH 39 Lift Stations and Forcemain, City Project No. 2003-02C. Joe Doyle, 9894 Gilbert Avenue NE questioned the location of the work as it appeared from the plans he saw that they would be coming through his property. He wanted to know specifically how his property would be impacted by the proposed construction. Shibani Bisson stated in that area of the project they would be doing directional boring of the line. The area of excavation would be at the boring pits and those boring pits would be located within the right-of-way. Mr. Doyle expressed concern about the cost of the project because of the directional boring rather than open cutting. Shibani Bisson stated that while generally open cutting is the less costly method there are instances, like this project where a number of utilities are located in the right of way, where it is more cost effective to go with directional boring. Mr. Doyle also 5 Council Minutes: 4/10/06 questioned the size of the line that was being installed Wayne Mayer stated that when the Council had first looked at this project the Council too had questioned why an 8" line instead of 12" line was being installed. They had been informed by the engineers that there was not sufficient volume of flows for a 12" line. Mr. Doyle asked about service to the Tyler East development. Shibani Bisson informed him that if Tyler East is provided with sanitary sewer it would be separate line that would tie in at Gillard Avenue as they could not tie in to the forcemain. GLEN POSUSTA MOVED TO APPROVE THE PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND AUTHORIZE ADVERTISEMENT OF BIDS FOR THE MEADOW OAKS AND CSAH 39 LIFT STATIONS AND FORCEMAIN IMPROVEMENT, PROJECT NO.2003-2C. BRIAN STUMPF SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7. Review of RFP for expansion or relocation of a portion or all of the Public Works Facility and consideration of distribution or advertisements of the RFP John Simola, Public Works Director, reviewed the proposed RFP to do a needs study for the Public Works Facilities which would include the review of three sites for possible expansion of existing facilities or relocation of all or a portion of the Public Works Facilities. John Simola reviewed the three sites. The present site at 901/909 Golf Course Road will be looked at as far as expansion. They will also look at the needs the Public Works Department will have for the next 20 years and if the present site can accommodate them and any expansion beyond the 20 year needs. Another site that would be considered would be the water reservoir site adjacent to the animal shelter on Chelsea Road. This will also be the area for a future water treatment facility with a footprint for a facility that could treat the water supply for a population of 34,000. The east side of this site will be used for ponding. The remaining site to be considered is Well #4 which is located on Dundas Road adjacent to the Xcel Energy facility. This site would be looked at for outside storage. There is a gas line located on this site which somewhat limits the use of the site. The site could be used to construct a building for storage of materials and equipment or an enclosed area for storage. John Simola was asking for authorization to distribute the RFP to ten firms. Glen Posusta stated he was somewhat confused by what was being requested. Initially the Public Works Department was just asking for a building for the Water Department now it apparently is a full blown study of everything. He was under the impression that sale of the lot across from the present Public Works site would finance the construction of the building for the Water Department but he did not envision the City abandoning the present Public Works site John Simola responded that there is only 3 1/2 acres of developable land at the site. They are looking long term (30-40 years) if th site would be adequate for the Public Works facility. The study will show what capacity this site would hold for future expansion. It was noted that currently the Water Department shares equipment, staff and mapping with the Street and Parks Departments. Another issue that would be looked at would be the impact that splitting the Water Department from the rest of the departments would have on the shared uses. This study would give a lot of options for the City to look at and would be a comprehensive on Council Minutes: 4/10/06 plan of the Public Works facilities. Glen Posusta felt there was conflicting information in whether there should be a separate building for the Water Department or keep them as part of the Public Works facility. John Simola said the study would show how long they can remain at the present Public Works site and how it can be expanded. Glen Posusta brought up the question of outside storage and why the City is not required to comply with the provisions of the ordinance. BRIAN STUMPF MOVED TO APPROVE THE RFP AS WRITTEN AND DISTRIBUTE THE RFP TO APPROXIMATELY 10 CONSULTING FIRMS WITH THEIR PROPOSALS DUE BACK BY MAY 2, 2006. WAYNE MAYER SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED WITH GLEN POSUSTA VOTING IN OPPOSITION. 8. Consideration of recommendation of Fiber Optic Task Force Committee on firm to conduct fiber optic feasibili , study Milda Hedblom who worked as a consultant with the Fiber Optic Task Force Committee discussed the recommendation of the Fiber Optic Task Force. The Task Force narrowed the list from ten firms to three firms and the three firms were interviewed on March 29th and 30th. They are recommending the firm of CCG Consulting LLC out of Maryland to conduct the feasibility study for a fiber optics system. Although the firm is not from Minnesota, they have considerable experience with fiber projects of all kinds. The study will look at four options: 1) The City builds, owns and operates the fiber to the premise network as a city utility providing triple pay broadband voice/data/video services; 2) City builds, owns and operates the fiber network but leases network access to providers who will supply triple play broadband voice/data/video services on an "open access' basis with providers sharing revenues with the City; 3) City builds and owns fiber network to curb and contracts with one or more providers to install electronics and provide triple play broadband voice/data/video services with the providers sharing revenue with the City and 4) City offers incentives to private providers as partners to build and operate a fiber network providing triple play broadband voice/data/video services with provider sharing revenue with the City. Milda Hedblom noted this study will be occurring at the same time the City will updating their Comprehensive Plan. The information from the fiber optic study should be taken into consideration in the updating of the Comprehensive Plan. The fiber optic feasibility study should begin May 1, 2006 and be completed in late August or early September. The Council asked if Milda Hedblom had worked with CCG Consulting before. She indicated that while she had not worked with them specifically she was familiar with projects that firm had done. She added that the Fiber Optics Task Force had unanimously selected this firm for the study. TOM PERRAULT MOVED TO APPROVE A FIBER OPTIC FEASIBILITY STUDY TO BE CONDUCTED BY THE FIRM OF CCG CONSULTING LLC WITH MILDA HEDBLOM 7 Council Minutes: 4/10/06 SERVING AS TECHNICAL CONSULTANT AT A TOTAL COST OF $65,000. WAYNE MAYER SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 9. Consideration of options to minimize the use of the leaf and grass composting facility. Public Works Director, John Simola showed pictures of the present compost facility. He noted there are 3-4 compost piles out there and that it requires 18-24 month to takes the leaves to a finished product. The piles are turned a couple of times a year. John Simola explained how the facility has been operated. With the City receiving complaints from nearby residents about the operation of the facility, John Simola had prepared some options for the Council to consider. These options include: 1) Offering curbside pickup of yard waste at a cost of $13.25 which is contingent upon the City being able to dump yard waste at the County's compost facility free of charge; 2) Have a drop off site for yard waste at the Public Works facility. This would be a 30 yard roll off box. The cost if dumped at the Wright County facility would be $50 per box or $75 per box plus $9/yd if disposed of elsewhere; 3) A compactor for yard waste to be located at the Public Works facility. A compactor would be supplied free of charge for a trial period so the only cost would be the dumping charges which would be the same charges noted in Option #3 and 4) limit the use of the city site by contractors. Daryl Tindle, 1707 West Street stated he was told that the compost site would not produce odors and access would be limited. Initially traffic to the site was light and the odor problem was minor but that has changed. His complaints about the facility included the odor, debris flying from unenclosed trucks and increased traffic. He felt as a resident he deserved to have fresh air and felt the site should be relocated. John Simola stated that with the roll off container or compactor at the Public Works site they might be better able to control it. The long term plan dictates looking for another site. The present site is not owned by the City but by the County. Clint Herbst asked if there were other sites around Montissippi Park that could be utilized. Wayne Mayer was concerned about dumping of junk and felt the further the site was moved away the greater the dumping problem. Wayne Mayer asked since there has been full access to the compost site whether the compost material has gotten worse. The Council discussed the various options and the advantages and disadvantages of each. John Simola suggested any option that was selected could be done on a trial basis and then evaluated. Daryl Tindle spoke again for the need to have the facility relocated to another site. He also cited concerns with the runoff from the compost site containing yard pesticides. The consensus of the Council was to table this item until the next meeting. 10. Consideration of color selection for new water tower. Mark Rolfs of Bonestroo, Rosene and Anderlik was present to review with the Council the work schedule for completion of the tower, the signage and the paint color for the tower. Clint Herbst suggested that instead of the Monticello logo they consider placing a picture of a swan instead. H Council Minutes: 4/10/06 Clint Herbst asked if the other tower would get painted this year. Mark Rolfs said when the water tower site was changed that made it impossible to get the other tower painted this year. It was proposed that the Monticello logo be placed on both sides of the tower. GLEN POSUSTA MOVED TO SELECT THE BARE BEIGE COLOR FOR THE NEW WATER TOWER TANK USING THE CITY'S STANDARD LOGO AND LETTERING AS PER THE BASE BID IN THE CONTRACT. CLINT HERBST SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED WITH TOM PERRAULT VOTING IN OPPOSITION. 11. Consideration of providing temporary sedimentation pond and erosion control for Spirit Hills/Wildwood Ridge area. Shibani Bisson explained that the temporary sedimentation pond would address an erosion control problem within the development. She noted that the Spirit Hills area had previously been farmed and no vegetation had been established to control runoff. The pond is proposed to be located at the southeast corner of the Spirit Hills development. A berm will be constructed along the easterly boundary that will direct drainage to the temporary pond. The existing storm sewer in the Hillside Farms development will be extended to the temporary pond to provide an outlet. The storm sewer improvements were planned to be constructed with the development of the Spirit Hills South plat but since that plat is not moving forward at this time it is necessary for the City to construct these improvements. Shibani Bisson stated at this time they have received one quote from a contractor and will be getting more. They expect the cost of these improvements not to exceed $25,000. These improvements will provide a temporary fix until the Spirit Hills development proceeds. CLINT HERBST MOVED TO AUTHORIZE THE CONSTRUCTION OF A TEMPORARY SEDIMENTATION POND AND BERM TO PROVIDE STORMWATER MANAGEMENT FOR THE SPIRIT HILLS SOUTH/WILDWOOD RIDGE 2NDADDITION AREA AT A COST NOT TO EXCEED $25,000. WAYNE MAYER SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. Added Items: Cory Kingbay Land Acquisition Update: At the last meeting the Council had indicated that they felt the land prices in the Jefferson Commons development should be reviewed. It was also suggested that only a portion of the 7 acre site be sold to Cory Kingbay. When informed of the Council's discussion, Mr. Kingbay was not pleased with the options. Rick Wolfsteller indicated he had talked to Mr. Kingbay about the cost of adding assessments for School Boulevard ($375,000) to the land price which would add approximately $1.25/sq. ft. to the cost. All the other terms of the agreement would remain the same. The School Boulevard assessments could be levied over ten years like other assessments. Mr. Kingbay indicated that this would be a possibility. Rick Wolfsteller stated that Cory Kingbay needs to have a firm land price so he can determine if he can complete the deal. The general feeling of the Council was to proceed along the line of adding the assessments to the land cost for the property being considered by Mr. Kingbay. C Council Minutes: 4/10/06 Public Utility Right of Way Ordinance: John Simola stated they have some sample ordinances that they can draft an ordinance from and suggested a task force be set up for this project which he estimated would take 3-4 meetings to draft and another 1-2 meetings with the utility companies. Wayne Mayer will work with John Simola and Bruce Westby on this ordinance. John Simola also reported he had talked to Darrin Lahr from Xcel Energy and he is working with their attorney on getting negotiations going with the City on the franchise agreement. Trash/Litter: Council members Glen Posusta and Brian Stumpf both expressed concern about trash and litter along the streets and ditches. It was suggested to bring the summer workers on a little bit earlier or have STS (Sentence to Serve) crews work on it. Brian Stumpf also suggested contacting MnDOT about the trash along that section of the freeway lying between the two Monticello exits. Bruce Westby indicated he would contact MnDOT on this. Parking: Clint Herbst brought up the problem with parking at the Towne Centre site where tenants are parking in other tenants spaces. They would like to have 30 minute parking signs installed. John Simola felt this should be discussed with the Sheriff's Department to see if it is enforceable. John Simola will look into this further. YMCA: At the workshop held earlier in the evening, the general consensus of the Council was to move forward on this. The next step would be to authorize an appraisal on the YMCA property so that the City could negotiate a purchase price. GLEN POSUSTA MOVED TO AUTHORIZE AN APPRAISAL BEING DONE OF THE YMCA PROPERTY AT A COST NOT TO EXCEED $7,100. BRIAN STUMPF SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED WITH TOM PERRAULT VOTING IN OPPOSITION. Tom Perrault noted his opposition was because he felt portions of the YMCA should be developed. 12. Consideration of approving bills for April. GLEN POSUSTA APPROVED PAYMENT OF THE BILLS. TOM PERRAULT SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 13. Adjourn. The meeting was adjourned at 9:35 p.m. Recording Secretary 10