HomeMy Public PortalAbout07/02/2013 CCMMEDINA CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES OF JULY 2, 2013
The City Council of Medina, Minnesota met in regular session on July 2, 2013 at 7:00
p.m. in the City Hall Chambers. Mayor Weir presided.
I. ROLL CALL
Members present: Anderson, Pederson, Martin, Martinson, and Weir.
Members absent: None.
Also present: City Administrator Scott Johnson, City Attorney Ron Batty, City Engineer
Tom Kellogg, City Planner Dusty Finke, City Planning Consultant Nate Sparks, Public
Works Director Steve Scherer, Chief of Police Ed Be!land, and Recording Secretary
Amanda Staple.
II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
III. ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA
The agenda was approved as presented.
IV. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. Approval of the June 18, 2013 Special City Council Meeting Minutes
Moved by Martin, seconded by Pederson, to approve the June 18, 2013 special City
Council meeting minutes as presented. Motion passed unanimously.
B. Approval of the June 18, 2013 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes
On page four, beginning line 38, it should state, "Weir advised that both of tho Pioneer
Sarah and Elm Creek Watersheds involved within the City are going through the
development of their Third Generation Plans and both organizations would -like intend to
gain the ability to collect ad valorem taxes from residents in order to pay for future
improvements."
Moved by Pederson, seconded by Anderson, to approve the June 18, 2013 regular City
Council meeting minutes as amended. Motion passed unanimously.
Weir provided an update on the meeting held by the Council the previous week to
discuss the 2014 budget. The proposed 2014 budget includes a 5.5% increase
and 4.5% of the increase is for the bonding and maintenance for the new facility
at 600 Clydesdale Trail. She noted that a budget open house will be scheduled for
September 3, 2013 at 6:00 p.m. and welcomed interested residents to attend.
V. CONSENT AGENDA
A. Authorize Raffle Permit to Twin West Chamber of Commerce Foundation at
400 Evergreen Road on August 12, 2013
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B. Resolution No. 2013-53 Approving Variances for Randy Cole and Sandra
Fenske to Construct an Addition to a Single Family House at 2959
Lakeshore Avenue
C. Resolution No. 2013-54 Accepting Donation from Alerus Financial
D. Resolution No. 2013-55 Approving Off -Site Gambling Permit for the Hamel
Lions Club to Conduct Lawful Charitable Gambling at 3200 Mill Drive
E. Approve Contract for Building Inspection Services with Metro West
Inspection Services
F. Approve Contract for Assessing Services with Southwest Assessing
G Amend G 40 Sick 1 eave Policy
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H. Call for a Special City Council Meeting for the 2014 Budget Open House on
September 3, 2013 at 6:00 p.m.
,l. Approve 1 etter from Mayor Weir to Minnesota Housing in Support of
Weir requested to remove items G (Amend 5.40 Sick Leave Policy) and I (Approve
Letter from Mayor Weir to Minnesota Housing in Support of Proposed Dominium
Project) from the Consent Agenda.
Moved by Pederson, seconded by Martinson, to approve the consent agenda. Motion
passed unanimously.
G. Amend 5.40 Sick Leave Policy
Johnson noted that staff drafted changes to the sick leave policy to meet the State
requirements and clarify specific items.
Moved by Martin, seconded by Pederson, to approve the amendments to 5.40 Sick
Leave Policy. Motion passed unanimously.
I. Approve Letter from Mayor Weir to Minnesota Housing in Support of
Proposed Dominium Proiect
Weir stated that she made alterations to the letter after the Council packet was printed
and confirmed Council consensus of the changes made.
Moved by Martin, seconded by Pederson, to approve the letter from Mayor to Minnesota
Housing in Support of Proposed Dominium Project as amended. Motion passed
unanimously.
VI. COMMENTS
A. Comments from Citizens on Items not on the Agenda
There were none.
B. Park Commission
Park Commissioner DesLauriers reported that the Park Commission met on June 19,
2013 to discuss the Council comments regarding the Trail and Master Plans and noted
that all recommended changes were approved by the Park Commission. He advised
that the Fields of Medina was also discussed in regard to the sport court and reported
that the Commission recommended the addition of a full tennis court and half basketball
court. He stated that the Commission also discussed the intent to install consistent
signage throughout the parks as well as the 2014 CIP budget.
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C. Planning Commission
Finke noted that the Commission will meet the following Tuesday to hold four public
hearings including the Enclave at Medina 5th Addition, an expansion from Peter and Paul
Church for an expansion of the cemetery, a request to subdivide a property, and a
request to rezone property from Money Tree LLC. He noted that two Final Plats will also
be reviewed, which will be reviewed by the Council in the next two weeks.
VII. NEW BUSINESS
A. Complete Eye Care — Site Plan Review —170 Westfallen Trail
Finke presented a request for a Site Plan review from Complete Eye Care to be located
at 170 Westfallen Trail. He advised that the business currently operates as a tenant in
another Medina building, but is intending to construct their own building for Complete
Eye Care. He summarized Resolution 2007-56 that was approved by the Council in the
past and reviewed the variances that were approved as a part of that process. He
reviewed the different portions of the Site Plan, including staff comments. He noted that
the City Engineer recognized that the volume control/filtration requirements would not be
met and advised that the Planning Commission recommended a partial waiver of the
stormwater requirements with additional filtration provided onsite. He advised that staff
recommends approval of the request, subject to the potential conditions included in the
staff report.
Anderson clarified that no actual number had been suggested by the Planning
Commission in regard to the filtration.
Finke noted that staff will work with the applicant.
Pederson addressed a potential safety concern with a lack of fencing around the storm
water pond on site and also referenced potential condition 14 listed in the staff report
and believed the weight of the vehicle should be changed to be consistent.
Finke referenced the fence and advised that staff will speak with the developer in regard
to that issue.
Martin stated that this development was well received by the Planning Commission,
which was nice to see an existing business in the city becoming a permanent business
in Medina.
Martinson referenced the runoff issue and questioned if that extra runoff would empty
into the creek.
Finke stated that the runoff would run through the existing stormwater treatment pond
and piped ultimately to the creek. Martinson confirmed that the businesses downstream
would not be affected by this property.
Kellogg noted that the stromwater treatment is sized to handle a 100 year rainfall event.
Brian Boss, BJ Boss Building, spoke in representation of Dr. Gina Wesley.
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Weir referenced the parking island and stated that she would like to see a larger island
to support a tree, but understood that could reduce the parking.
Boss stated that they could take that under consideration, but noted that the parking
proposed just meets the required parking. He noted that while parking could be shared
in the future, site three has not yet been developed. He noted that this is a tight site and
they are attempting to fully utilize the space. He stated that the business owner believes
that she will need the proposed parking for her business.
Finke noted that the developer will actually create an additional six to seven stalls into
site three to meet their parking needs. He advised that if the island is made larger, the
parking stalls would need to spill onto site three further.
Boss stated that the site has proven to be tougher than originally believed and also
believed that the proposed Site Plan would meet the requirements of the City and the
business owner.
Weir referenced the use of Ash trees and questioned if a different species could be
used in an attempt to avoid the Emerald Ash Borer. She suggested that if the island is
left smaller that shrubs be planted instead of a tree to provide a better chance at
survival. She stated that the City is very glad to see this business come onto the site
and welcomed the thriving business to the new location. She asked that the Council
consider the waiver proposed by the Planning Commission.
It was the consensus of the Council to allow the stormwater waiver for this site only
because of the unique circumstances without setting precedent; it was noted that this
waiver would not be given to site three.
Moved by Pederson, seconded by Anderson, to direct staff to prepare a resolution
approving the Site Plan for Complete Eye Care, 170 Wesffallen Trail based on the
findings and with the conditions described within the staff report, amended to adjust
condition four to support the stormwater waiver. Motion passed unanimously.
Dr. Gina Wesley presented a letter of request for deferment of certain City fees as per
the Economic Development Program. The deferment of fees will be included as a part
of the development agreement for the project.
Johnson accepted the letter.
B. Michael Kunin and Wallace Anderson Estate — 855 and 985 Medina Road
Sparks advised that there are three parcels involved in this lot line adjustment request
for the properties located at 855 and 985 Medina Road. He stated that the proposal
would take portions of the two Anderson parcels to adjust the lot lines and add
additional space to the Kunin parcel. He noted that both properties have been platted
and therefore there are certain drainage and utility easements that would need to be
vacated and rededicated in other areas. He stated that in reviewing the legal
descriptions an error was found that will also be corrected by this action and advised
that the suitable soils will not be affected. He stated that staff feels this proposal meets
the conditions of the City, but does have some recommended conditions along with the
recommendation for approval.
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Michael Kunin, applicant, stated that the goal is to create a larger back yard for his
friends and family to use. He asked that the Council support and approve his request.
1. Lot Line Adjustment
Moved by Martinson, seconded by Martin, to direct staff to prepare a resolution
approving a lot line rearrangement based on the findings in the staff report and upon the
conditions described in the report. Motion passed unanimously.
2. Easement Vacation — Resolution Vacating Certain Drainage and
Utility Easements — Public Hearing
Weir opened the public hearing at 7:44 p.m.
Finke described the easements proposed to be vacated.
Weir closed the public hearing at 7:44 p.m.
Martin confirmed that there are no existing utilities within the easements proposed to be
vacated.
Moved by Martin, seconded by Anderson, to direct staff to present the resolution
vacating certain drainage and utility easements for Council action after the lot line
rearrangement resolution is prepared. Motion passed unanimously.
C. Ned Sorely — Comprehensive Plan Amendment - 4200 Hillview Lane
Sparks stated that the resident at 4200 Hillview Lane has requested a Comprehensive
Plan amendment to include his property into the urban service area in order to connect
his property to the City sewer. He advised that the applicant would like to replace the
house on the property and noted that the proposed three bedroom home would require
an expansion of the septic system. He explained that the current septic is located on an
easement on the neighbor's property near the wetlands and cannot be expanded. He
advised that if the request were denied the applicant would need to find a different area
for the home or the septic system. He advised that the property is currently listed in the
Comprehensive Plan for connection post 2030 based on the sewer staging plan. He
discussed the impact on the density of the City, noting that adding one 4.8 acre property
would offset 14 of the banked 25 density credits provided by another development. He
stated that the Comprehensive Plan states that no properties in this designation should
be offered urban services. He stated that the Planning Commission reviewed this
request and recommended denial, but noted that if the condition is approved certain
conditions should be attached. He noted that an approval would be needed from
Loretto as well because the property would connect to the Loretto system.
Martinson questioned if the applicant would be responsible for the staff time costs to
negotiate with the City of Loretto.
Finke stated that the applicant was not able to attend due to illness but advised that the
applicant would be responsible for any costs.
Martinson stated that it seemed a bit unfair to deny the request and questioned if the
applicant could be responsible for making up the difference in density.
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Weir noted that would open the door for a lot of trouble because developers are not
coming into the City with a proposal to exceed the density requirements. She noted that
this would also open the door for additional requests for lots adjacent to existing sewer
all around the City and she had a deep reluctance to take that step because of the
planning that has been done. She noted that while it may seem unreasonable, this
would make planning of future developments very difficult for the City.
Martin agreed with the comments made by Weir and stated that she did not see a true
hardship for the site. She did not believe that there was an economic hardship for this
site but more of a preference for the property owner.
Weir confirmed that the property owner would still have reasonable use of the property.
Scherer stated that he spoke with the MET Council the previous week in regard to
another matter and advised that this request would be inconsistent with the Plan
submitted to the MET Council to stop using the Loretto pond in the future.
Martinson confirmed that there would not be an unreasonable economic hardship to
constructing a private sewer system on this property. She noted that is a cost you
expect to incur when you purchase a property of that size.
Batty referenced the issue of bailout where there was no alternative. He advised that
there are cases where there is no alternative and failing to approve a request would
render the property unusable. He stated that those are not the facts for this property
and noted that the cost to construct a new system on the property would not be more
expensive than the cost to connect to the Loretto sewer system.
Finke stated that in terms of potential precedent he has already spoken with two
property owners that have presented similar requests that were denied. He noted that
the three requests this year would have upset the density numbers for the City.
Weir stated that while she is sympathetic to the property owner's dilemma, she would
recommend denial.
Moved by Anderson, seconded by Martin, to direct staff to prepare a resolution denying
the request for a Comprehensive Plan Amendment based upon the findings described
by the Planning Commission. Motion passed unanimously.
Finke advised that he would place this item under Old Business, rather than Consent
Agenda, on the next agenda because the applicant was unable to attend the meeting.
VIII. CITY ADMINISTRATOR REPORT
Johnson pointed out the extraordinary work done by Belland and Scherer and their staff
members for the quick response to the problems caused by the recent storm.
Anderson also commended City staff for their efforts in the storm cleanup.
Pederson stated that he also heard positive comments from residents in response to the
efforts of City staff.
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Belland stated that the Emergency Management Group from Hennepin County will be
submitting for federal emergency funds for cities, noting that the cost to the City is about
$20,000 and if approved that cost could be reimbursed.
Johnson stated that an open house will take place on July 10, 2013 from 3:30 to 5:30
p.m. for the proposed Highway 55 and 116 improvements.
IX. MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL REPORTS
Pederson stated that he met with staff at the new Public Works and Police facility and
believed that the contractors were moving along.
Martinson stated that she visited a sport court in Minnetonka with Scherer and two
others and noted that the court looked very good although it was small. She stated that
the surface looks almost new even though it is five years old. She noted that while more
costly it would be really nice to have this surface. She advised that the Park
Commission will review the option with the Fields of Medina Park.
Weir advised that the Mayor's Summer Picnic was held the previous week.
X. APPROVAL TO PAY THE BILLS
Moved by Pederson, seconded by Martinson, to approve the bills, EFT 002159E-
002170E for $32,557.48 and order check numbers 039855-039918 for $202,599.80,
and payroll EFT 505021-505045 for $43,569.83. Motion passed unanimously.
XI. ADJOURN
Moved by Pederson, seconded by Anderson, to adjourn the meeting at 8:10 p.m.
Motion passed unanimously.
Attest:
Scott Johnson, City dministrator
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ORDER CHECKS June 19, 2013 - July 2, 2013
039855 ASPLUND, GERALD $250.00
039856 ANN BENSON $250.00
039857 COMMERCIAL ASPHALT CO $621.17
039858 FECHO, GREGORY $500.00
039859 ERICK OR ALISON KAARDAL $150.00
039860 LAW ENFORCEMENT LABOR $720.00
039861 LEAGUE OF MN CITIES INS.TRUST $3,077.00
039862 LYNCH, MICHELLE $500.00
039863 METROPOLITAN COUNCIL $33,749.10
039864 NAPA $1,222.58
039865 SAM'S CLUB $9.59
039866 YOCUM OIL CO. INC $26,068.63
039867 CONNIE AARSVOLD $150.00
039868 CENTURYLINK $1,043.25
039869 DIDIER, DENISE $250.00
039870 MARY EGAN $250.00
039871 HAACK, JOHN $2,850.00
039872 JORDAN, KATHRYN $250.00
039873 LAMBERT, PETER $210.00
039874 MADISON NATIONAL LIFE $536.00
039875 TSCHUDI, LYNN $150.00
039876 ALLINA OCC MED NW 5685 $168.00
039877 ALLSTAR ELECTRIC $270.00
039878 ASPEN MILLS INC $1,474.74
039879 BRAUN INTERTEC CORP $240.00
039880 BRYAN ROCK PRODUCTS $524.85
039881 BUMPS AUTO & MARINE $2,291.81
039882 CITY OF CORCORAN $3,465.00
039883 DELL MARKETING L.P $894.61
039884 DITTER INC $312.80
039885 EARL F ANDERSEN INC $155.30
039886 ENGEL WATER TESTING INC $180.00
039887 HACH COMPANY $182.33
039888 HAMEL LUMBER INC $332.03
039889 HAMEL ELECTRIC, INC. $1,156.50
039890 HARMON AUTOGLASS $61.25
039891 HENN COUNTY INFO TECH $915.99
039892 HOTSY EQUIPMENT OF MN INC $128.05
039893 KRAEMER MINING AND $1,902.57
039894 KUSTOM SIGNALS, INC. $144.28
039895 LORETTO TOWING $128.78
039896 LUTHER BROOKDALE CHRYSLER $542.53
039897 MARCO (LEASE) $510.50
039898 MONROE MOXNESS BERG PA $1,000.00
039899 MUNICIPAL CLERKS & FINANCE $35.00
039900 NATURAL GREEN INC $4,316.67
039901 OFFICE DEPOT $365.53
039902 PERRY'S TRUCK REPAIR $63.36
039903 PUBLIC AGENCY TRAINING $550.00
039904 RANDY MAYER LTD $160.31
039905 RJM CONSTRUCTION LLC $98,196.26
039906 ROLF ERICKSON ENTERPRISES $6,374.02
039907 DONALD E SALVERDA $69.40
039908 SCHARBER & SONS, INC. $225.01
039909 SCHWAAB, INC. $73.72
039910 STREICHER'S $6.40
039911 SUBURBAN TIRE WHOLESALE $267.02
039912 SUN PRESS & NEWSPAPERS $123.31
039913 TEGRETE CORP $623.17
039914 TIMESAVER OFFSITE $200.25
039915 TITAN MACHINERY $75.23
039916 WACONIA FARM SUPPLY $0.63
039917 WELSH COMPANIES $1,000.00
039918 WESTSIDE WHOLESALE TIRE $85.27
Total Checks $202,599.80
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Electronic Payments June 14.2013 —June 27, 2013
002159E PR PERA $12,114.74
002160E PR FED/FICA $13,156.75
002161E PR MN Deferred Comp $1,000.00
002162E PR STATE OF MINNESOTA $2,978.63
002163E SELECT ACCOUNT $532.00
002164E CITY OF MEDINA $16.00
002165E FARMERS STATE BANK OF $20.00
002166E MINNESOTA, STATE OF $1,912.00
002167E ELAN FINANCIAL SERVICE $206.47
002168E PITNEY BOWES $123.00
002169E HARTFORD LIFE $439.45
002170E EXXONMOBIL $58.44
Total Checks $32,557.48
PAYROLL DIRECT DEPOSIT June 19, 2013
505021 BARNHART, ERIN A $1,628.46
505022 BELLAND, EDGAR J. $2,244.79
505023 BOECKER, KEVIN D $1,962.31
505024 CONVERSE, KEITH A. $1,915.72
505025 DINGMANN, IVAN W. $1,773.37
505026 DOMINO, CHARMANE $1,518.46
505027 FINKE, DUSTIN D $2,054.83
505028 GALLUP, JODI M. $1,462.23
505029 GLEASON, JOHN M $1,915.11
505030 GREGORY, THOMAS $2,182.22
505031 HALL, DAVID M $2,319.43
505032 JESSEN, JEREMIAH S. $1,969.98
505033 JOHNSON, SCOTT T $2,088.11
505034 KLAERS, ANNE M. $590.20
505035 KORDIAK, JEFFREY $686.20
505036 LANE, LINDA $1,312.08
505037 LEUER, GREGORY J $1,888.73
505038 MCGILL, CHRISTOPHER R. $1,675.52
505039 NELSON, JASON $3,056.58
505040 PETERSON, DEBRA A. $1,473.09
505041 PORTINEN, TERI $1,303.81
505042 REINKING, DEREK M $1,351.17
505043 SCHERER, STEVEN T $2,176.47
505044 VIEAU, CECILIA M $1,143.48
505045 VINCK, JOHN J. $1,877.48
Total Payroll Direct Deposit $43,569.83
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