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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1998-12-10 Council MeetingCORCORAN CITY COUNCIL DECEMBER 10, 1998 CALL TO ER/R LL CALL Mayor Larkin called the meeting to order at 7:00 P.M. Present were Council Members Ken Guenthner, Dixie Lindsley, Ken Kluck, and Ernie Mayers. Also present were City Clerk Stacy Doboszenski, City Planner/Administrative Coordinator Roger Bromander, City Attorney Jeff Carson, City Engineer Vince Vander Top, Police Chief Paul Schutte, Public Works Co -Lead Persons Patrick Meister and Robert Krei, Council -elect Ron Thomas, and Council -elect Bill Glowacki. There were approximately 40 people in attendance at the meeting. SET AGENDA The agenda was set with the following changes: • Paul Jacobs stated that the people are here for the downtown storm water meeting presentation by HRUA and he was not sure where on the agenda that would be. PLANNING COMMISSION REPORT: Mayor Larkin introduced the Planning Commission report. REQUEST BY GARY BECK FOR A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT .,Tt,},.CONSTRUCT A 36' X 24'(864 SQ, FT.) POLE BUILDING FOR A TOTAL OF 1728 SO. FT. OF ACCESSORY BUILDING ON A 2.3 ACRE RESIDENTIAL HOMESTEAD, LOCATED AT 19509 JACKIE LANE, PID #01-119-23 21 011 Roger Bromander gave the report on the Gary Beck request. There was a discussion by the Council regarding the recommendation forwarded by the Planning Commission to shingle the roof of the building. The applicant was at the meeting and requested that he put on a brown metal roof versus shingles. Council -elect Glowacki stated that the building will be hidden from the front; the property sits on the end of a cul-de-sac. On a motion by Lindsley, seconded by Larkin, to approve Resolution No. 1998 - 61, A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE ISSUANCE OF A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO GARY BECK TO CONSTRUCT A 36' X 24' (864 SQ. FT.) POLE BUILDING FOR A TOTAL OF 1.728 SQ. FT. OF ACCESSORY BUILDING ON A 2.3 ACRE RESIDENTIAL HOMESTEAD, LOCATED AT 19509 JACKIE LANE, PID 901-119-23 210011 without condition number 4 regarding the requirement of a shingled roof. Motion carried unanimously. FRANK DLI KI - REQUEST TABLED FR M hjQYEMBER 12, t998 Roger stated that he spoke with Mr. Jedlicki and he requested that it be set over until January. PERMAGREEN CUP Roger reported on the citations of the property stating that the five issues previously discussed by Council have been resolved. On a motion by Guenthner, seconded by Kluck, recognizing that the five conditions in question have been met. Motion carried unanimously. RIGHT-OF-WAY REQUIREMENTS IN SUBDIVISION ORDINANCE Roger reported that the Planning Commission's recommendation was for the ordinance to remain the same. No formal action was taken by Council. PERFORMANCE STANDARDS FOR COMMERCIAL AREAS Roger stated that the Planning Commission discussed forming a committee to look at all the aspects of standards for commercial areas. No formal action was taken by Council. PETER BENINCASA. 9530 DUFFNEY DRIVE.REQUEST TO ADDRESS ,THE ,.C,QUNCIL ON ASSESSING SERVICES Mr. Benincasa was not present. SJU THE 1999 LEVY AND BUDGET On a motion by Larkin, seconded by Mayers, to approve Resolution No. 1998 - 62, A RESOLUTION SETTING THE 1999 LEVY FOR $735, 821 AND $93,000 FOR SPECIAL LEVY. Motion carried unanimously. On a motion by Guenthner, seconded by Lindsley, to approve the 1999 Budget at $1,440,808. Motion carried unanimously. MU NIESOTA TEAMSTERS PUBLIC AND LAW ENFORCEMENT EMPLOYEES' UNION LOCAL NO, 320 CONTRACT PROPOSAL Mayor Larkin stated that he feels the new council should have a say in things that would effect them in the future, since three of the current council will be leaving at the end of the month. Council briefly discussed what happened at the mediation session. Council Guenthner stated that he was pleased with the mediation. On a motion by Guenthner, seconded by Lindsley, to approve the Minnesota Teamsters Public and Law Enforcement Employees' Union Local No. 320 Contract Proposal. Motion carried unanimously. PRESENTATION BY HRUA There was a discussion between the Council and Mr. Jacobs regarding how long the presentation would take. Mr. Jacobs stated approximately one hour. Clerk Doboszenski then questioned Mr. Jacobs why he did not approach the Clerk to be placed on the agenda. Mr. Jacobs stated that he informed the Council at the last meeting that he would be giving a presentation at the Wastewater Commission meeting and at the Council meeting. Councilor Lindsley stated that she is not sure how she is suppose to ask intelligent questions on data that she was handed tonight. Council discussed how the agenda can be arranged to accommodate the presentation by HRUA. Jeff Carson stated that putting off the discussion on the 471A Master Agreement wouldn't be a bad idea. He recommended that the Council should set up a series of workshops to discuss what is wanted by the City in terms of wastewater so that a request for proposals (RFP) can be established as required by law. There was a question by Councilor Kluck regarding getting the downtown ditch cleaned. The meeting then proceeded as was set on the agenda. POLICE REPORT Council asked Chief Schutte if the Police Report could be moved to the next meeting. It was agreed that the Police Report be moved to the December 17, 1998 meeting. PUBLIC WORKS REPORT Lawnmower for Citv Park and Order Snow Plow Truck Pavable Budget Year 2000 Pat Meister reported on the ordering of the new snow plow truck and the related snow plow equipment. There was a discussion by council regarding how the purchase of the truck would fit into the City's capital equipment plan. Councilor Kluck asked questions related to the equipment. On a motion by Mayers, seconded by Lindsley, to order the truck and purchase the Toro lawn mower for the park. Motion carried unanimously. It was clarified by the Council that the motion included the snow plow equipment purchase also. Increase in Wage for Part-time Public Works Councilor Mayers stated that Dixie and himself met with the public works regarding Mr. Theis' wage and work performed. It was briefly discussed that Mr. Theis' help is needed during the months when summer youth help is not available. On a motion by Mayers, seconded by Lindsley, to approve the $12 an hour wage for the part-time public works help. Motion carried unanimously. DISCUSSION BY COUNCIL ON 471A DRAFT MASTER AGREEMENT WITH HEADWATERS RURAL UTILITY ASSOCIATION AND PRESENTATION BY THE HRUA Paul Jacobs addressed the Council and gave a presentation of the HRUA regarding downtown storm water. He then introduced Bob Sykes who proceeded with a presentation. Gary Yankoup and Norm Gardner also addressed the audience and Council during the presentation. Chris English from USDA Rural Development spoke on grant funds available for wastewater treatment. Councilor Lindsley asked what the City would have to do to qualify for the grant. Mr. English said that it is based on the median household income of the City. He further explained a formula of how grants are determined necessary for a city. Paul Jacobs then concluded the presentation and asked the council to set a time, possibly late January, to create a workshop similar to that of Rockford Township. Mr. Wetter from Rockford Township stated that they have a date set for January 19th for a workshop. Councilor Lindsley asked what is holding the MPCA up. Norm Gardner stated that the PCA is moving along rather quickly right now. Chris English stated that the MPCA went through major reorganization. Norm stated that after December 21, 1998, when a meeting is set, they will have a better idea of where the MPCA is coming from. Vince stated that the MPCA is as interested in where the community is at as well as the community is interested in where the MPCA is at. Councilor Kluck asked if there are any bylaws set up. HRUA stated that they are in draft form. Councilor Kluck then asked if there is a Board of Directors and how are they elected? Paul Jacobs stated that they are appointed until the first election. John Kingstead stated that there are no formal members of the cooperative yet. Councilor Kluck asked if the easements are wide enough to accommodate a ditch and road? Kluck also expressed a concern with acquiring the property necessary. Councilor Kluck asked if the pond would be fenced behind the Pet Care property? Norm Gardner stated no, but they are making the pond shallow at the edge, then steeper as you enter the middle. Councilor Kluck stated that in regard to the hydrant, he doesn't feel the fire department will be hooking up their equipment to that and that they should contact the fire department. Norm Gardner commented on the screening of the water, Councilor Kluck commented that the creek will be down streaming to the City park. There were comments made on the current water quality of the ditches in Corcoran. There was a break in the meeting at 8:40 p.m. CONSENT AGENDA Council asked what level of engineer Vince was. Vince stated that he is a registered engineer. Mayor Larkin asked a few questioned related to the engineering bill on the list of claims. Councilor Guenthner stated that the City is also getting a lot of problem resolution as well as technical service from Vince. There was a discussion on the budget dollars designated for engineering services. Vince stated that in 1999 there should be a focus on a road plan. Councilor Lindsley stated that we have asked Vince to do more than what is normally asked, for assistance with some of the administrative functions. Vince recommended that the Council discuss items to be resolved in 1999; such as the roads as well as staffing issues. On a motion by Mayers, seconded by Lindsley, to approve the following consent agenda items: • Approval of List of Claims #874 - 943 • Approval of the November 5th, 12th, and 23rd, 1998 City Council Minutes • Approval of Ordinance No. , AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING THE MINNESOTA STATE BUILDING CODE WITHIN THE CITY OF CORCORAN • Approval of Resolution No. 1998 - 63, A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE 1998 CITY ENGINEER CONTRACT • Approval of Resolution No. 1998 - 64, A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE 1999 RECYCLING CONTRACT WITH EZ RECYCLING Motion carried unanimously. DISCUSSIION Correspondence Mayor Larkin commented on a letter received from Larry Anderson, a resident on Larkin Road. No formal action taken. Rental AMement for Chgmher of m Rental Fee There was a brief discussion regarding the rental agreement with the Northwest Suburban Chamber of Commerce. On a motion by Lindsley, seconded by Mayers, to increase the rent 5% per year for a three year lease. Motion carried unanimously. Wastewater_ Commission Meeting of December 7, 1998 Roger reported on the Monday, December 7, 1998 meeting. He stated that Steve Schirmers was at the meeting and reported on the multi -flow septics and that they are all operating well; there are approximately seven of them. Another item heard was the presentation by HRUA. The Commission also talked briefly on the wastewater ordinance. Roger stated he has received a verbal answer from the MPCA regarding the ordinance submitted. MPCA stated that overall the ordinance looked good. However, the Commission still needs to address warranty systems. The Wastewater Commissions objectives for 1999 are to look at a wastewater plan, do an ordinance review every year, and to get more relevant information of wastewater out to the public, possibly by means of a newsletter. Hennepin County Transportation Plan Vince reported that Hennepin County has issued a draft copy of their transportation plan. He briefly discussed some of the Corcoran related items within the plan and stated that guidelines for right-of-way acquisition is also discussed in the plan. A Jp OURN Mayor Larkin adjourned the meeting at 9:07 p.m. o ;Q . e�-4.4,4t i City ler Mayor