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Home My WebLink About1998-6-11 Council MeetingCORCORAN CITY COUNCIL JUNE 11, 1998 CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL Mayor Larkin called the meeting to order at 7:05 P.M. Present were Mayor Larkin, Council Members Ken Kluck, Ernie Mayers, Ken Guenthner, and Dixie Lindsley. Also present were City Clerk Stacy Doboszenski, City Planner/Administrative Coordinator Roger Bromander, and City Attorney Jeff Carson. There were approximately 6 people in attendance at the meeting. SET AGENDA The agenda was set with the following changes: • Engineer's Report pulled from the Agenda as per Vince • Jeff Carson called for an executive session at the end of the meeting to discuss labor negotiations Purchase of disk by Public Works Department PLANNING COMMISSION REPORT; Mayor Larkin introduced the Planning Commission report. (COhLT.)A REQUEST BY NEXTEL COMMUhUCATTONSTO FACILITAIETHE CQNSTRUCTION F A NEW 300 FOOT Q=ED TOWER LOCATED AT 8200 (CITY116 PROPERTY),24-1 - 1 Roger informed the Council that we are waiting for more information from Nextel. He also stated that Nextel contacted him today to inform the City that they are doing additional testing and the design of the tower may possibly change; style and height. REQUEST BY CUSTOM FILTRATION, INC. FOR SITE PLAN PR T FACILITATE THE CONSTRUCTIONF A 12,000 SQ. FT. QFFICE/WAREHOUSE BUILDING, LOCATED AT 7219 COUNTY ROAD 116, PID 26-119-23 410004 Roger explained to the Council that the Planning Commission recommended site plan approval. There was a brief discussion on the location of the driveway. On a motion by Kluck, seconded by Guenthner, to approve Resolution No. 1998 - 22, A RESOLUTION GRANTING SITE PLAN APPROVAL TO CUSTOM FILTRATION, INC. TO FACILITATE THE CONSTRUCTION OF A 12,870 SQ. FT. OFFICE/LIGHT MANUFACTURING BUILDING, LOCATED AT 7219 CO. RD. 116, PID #26-119-23 410004. Motion carried unanimously. LAND DIVISION- 4 A REQUEST BY LOUIS LAZER TO CREATEA 7.79 ACRE PARCEL FROM AN EXISTING 105 ACRE FARMSTEAD,LQCATED AT 9203 CAIN ROAD. PID # 15-119-23 13 001 Roger informed the Council that the concern raised by the Planning Commission was regarding the amount of accessory building space on the 7.79 acre parcel. On a motion by Kluck, seconded by Lindsley, to approve Resolution No. 1998 - 23, A RESOLUTION APPROVING LAND DIVISION NO. 98-04, A REQUEST BY LOUIS LAZER TO CREATE A 7.79 ACRE PARCEL FROM AN EXISTING 105 ACRE FARMSTEAD, LOCATED AT 9103 CAIN ROAD, PID #15-119-23 13 0001. Motion carried unanimously. M TWO 10 ACRE PARCELS FORM A ZQ ACRE L LOCATED AT 97 BECHTOLD ROAD, PID 409-119-2323 0001 On a motion by Mayers, seconded by Lindsley, to approve Resolution No. 1998 - 24, A RESOLUTION APPROVING LAND DIVISION NO. 98-06, A REQUEST BY ROBERT SCHADEWALD TO CREATE TWO (2) 10 ACRE PARCELS FROM A 20 ACRE PARCEL, LOCATED AT 9720 BECHTOLD ROAD, PID #09-119-23 23 0001. Motion carried unanimously. DISCUSSION OF AMENDMENT TO SIGN ORDINANCE TO ALLOW 2 IDENTIFICATION SIGNS FOR RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENTS Roger informed the Council that the Planning Commission recommended no change to the sign ordinance. Council questioned the Planning Commission's reasoning for not wanting to change the ordinance. Roger and Councilor Kluck responded that their feeling was with too many signs, it goes against the rural character of Corcoran. Mayor Larkin expressed his opinion that he can't vote for this. He feels the City has better things to do and doesn't want people to look at the City as their enemy. Councilor Lindsley questioned the conditional use permit process for allowing signs. She asked if Acacia Hills needs to remove a sign. On a motion by Kluck, seconded by Guenthner, to accept the Planning Commission's l recommendation for no change to the sign ordinance. Motion carried with Kluck, Guenthner, Mayers, and Lindsley voting aye; Larkin voting no. Roger briefly discussed the requests for sketch plan by Pat Weber, Ron Roalstad, and Darrel Krueger. No action necessary by Council. FARMS,FOR A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO OPERAIE A HORSE TRAINING/LESSON FACILITY, LOCATED A 20603 COUNTY ROAD 50, PID „##26-119-23 22 0003 Council questioned why this application is before them. Roger explained that the applicant is trying to come into compliance. He explained to Council that the Planning Commission tabled this item until more information is received. Once the Planning Commission receives the information, he believes the application will be accepted. No action required by Council. • REQUEST BY RICHARD GRAUNKE OF MIDSTATE CRANE SERVICE, INC. FOR A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO OPERATE A CONTRACTOR'S YEAR WITH OUTDOOR STORAGE (RENTAL OUTDOOR STORAGE SPACE) WITHIN A C-2 DISTRICT. LOCATED AT 19910 LARKIN ROAD, PID #26-119-23 14 0004, 0005, AND M Councilor Kluck raised concerns about pollutants stored on site and the large equipment. This lead to a lengthy discussion on the following: • Making applicant demonstrate control of pollutants • State inspections of site • Requiring this applicant to submit a control plan when no other contractor in town has one • Not allowing the storage of dirt and rubble on the site • Meeting PCA specifications for the on -site storage of fuel and lubricants • What the Planning Commission meant by dust -free parking • For future applications, requiring a pollution control plan On a motion by Kluck, seconded by Mayers, to approve Resolution No. 1998 - 25, A RESOLUTION GRANTING THE ISSUANCE OF A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO MIDSTATE CRANE SERVICE, INC. TO OPERATE A CONTRACTOR'S YARD WITH 250 OUTDOOR STORAGE (RENTAL OUTDOOR STORAGE SPACE) WITHIN A C-2 COMMERCIAL DISTRICT, LOCATED AT 19910 LARKIN ROAD, PID #26-119-23 14 0004, 0005 AND 0009 and for the Conditional Use Permit to include compliance with state statute for pollution control and no dirt or rubble stored on site. Motion carried unanimously. WASTEWATER COMMISSION Sue Johnson Variance Annlication Roger informed the Council that Sue Johnson made an application for a setback variance to facilitate the construction of a standard mound system on her property. He informed the Council that she is in the process of selling her home. The Wastewater Commission is recommending a zero setback since the toe of the mound system is at the rear property fine. On a motion by Guenthner, seconded by Lindsley, to approve Resolution No. 1998 - 26, A RESOLUTION APPROVING A REAR YARD SETBACK VARIANCE REQUEST BY SUSAN JOHNSON TO FACILITATE THE INSTALLATION OF A NEW SEPTIC SYSTEM WITH THE TOE OF THE MOUND 0 FEET FROM THE REAR PROPERTY LOT LINE, LOCATED AT 20123 HILLSIDE DRIVE, PID #02-119-23 43 0017. Motion carried unanimously. TOBACCO ORDINANCE The Council discussed the tobacco ordinance and paid particular attention to the use of vending machines. The following items were discussed: • Administrative fines • Amount of the license • Compliance Checks • Jerry Becher's proposal for "push button" single sale machine • Councilor Guenthner expressed a concern of allowing vending machines of any type On a motion by Lindsley, seconded by Kluck, to approve the Tobacco Ordinance with the change to allow a single sale push button style vending machine. Motion carried Lindsley, Kluck, Mayers, and Larkin voting aye; Guenthner voting no. CITY ENGINEER REPORT Feasibilityr Pr This item was pulled from the agenda at the request of the City Engineer. Information not available at this time. CONSENT AGENDA There was a question on the claim for Miller Chevrolet. Councilor Mayers explained. On a motion by Mayers, seconded by Lindsley, to approve the following consent agenda items: • Approval of List of Claims #436 - 477 • Approval of the May 28, 1998 City Council Minutes • Approval of Resolution No. 1998 - 27, A RESOLUTION APPROVING A GAMBLING LICENSE FOR BINGO, PULL -TABS, AND RAFFLES AT THE CHURCH OF ST. THOMAS • Approval of Resolution No. 1998 - 28, A RESOLUTION AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 1997-77 Motion carried unanimously. DISCUSSION 251 Correspondr,nce There was a discussion on the Notice of Claim received for the Trevyn Swanson accident on Maple Hill Road. Jeff Carson explained that the Notice of Claim does not necessarily mean that the City will be sued. Mayor Larkin informed the Council that he received a letter from a Ms. Bennet on Maple Hill Road requesting a sidewalk. He stated that he would send a reply letter. Mayor Larkin also received a letter from May Lee, a resident on County Road 50, requesting that the City build a community center for youth. Foxline/Treeline Drive Dispute There was a discussion on the ditch at the intersection of Foxline and Treeline Drive. Mayor Larkin stated he has receive phone calls from a resident who is concerned with the culvert being installed. There was a discussion on whether or not the City should pay for the increased size culvert. Council consensus was to find out the cost of the culvert, and if the cost was reasonable, then replace it. Rig -of--Way Acquisition Councilor Mayers raised a discussion on the purpose of the City acquiring additional right-of-way at the time of land divisions. There was a lengthy discussion on why it is necessary to acquire right-of-way for a whole farm, and not just the piece being divided. It was explained that it is the time when the City can get the easement at no cost to the City. Councilor Mayers questioned if the right-of-way at his farm could be given back to him, then the compensation of the easement would be negotiated with the road improvement. Jeff Carson explained that this would cause all property owners in a similar situation to request ownership of previously dedicated easement. Cogperative Purchase of Disk for Public Work5„Denartment Councilor Mayers informed the Council that the public works along with the Cities of Hassan and St. Michael, will be purchasing a disk at a cost of $1600 to each community. ADJOURN Mayor Larkin adjourned the meeting at 8:45 p.m. and informed the public that the Council will be going into a closed session to discuss labor negotiations. a � JJJ Mayor CLOSED SESSION TO DISCUSS LABOR NEGOTIATIONS Mayor Larkin opened the closed session at 8:50 p.m. Council Members present were Guenthner, Lindsley, Kluck, and Mayers. Also present was City Attorney Jeff Carson. ADJOURN The closed session was adjourned at 9:20 p.m. City Attorney 6 � vd Mayor