HomeMy Public PortalAbout10/21/2014 City Council MinutesMEDINA CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES OF OCTOBER 21. 2014
The City Council of Medina, Minnesota met in regular session on October 21, 2014 at
7:03 p.m. in the City Hall Chambers. Mayor Weir presided.
I. ROLL CALL
Members present: Anderson, Pederson, Martin, and Weir.
Members absent: Martinson.
Also present: City Administrator Scott Johnson, City Attorney Ron Batty, City Engineer
Tom Kellogg, City Planner Dusty Finke, Public Works Director Steve Scherer, Chief of
Police Ed Be!land, and Recording Secretary Amanda Staple.
II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE (7:03 p.m.)
III. ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA (7:04 p.m.)
The agenda was approved as presented.
IV. APPROVAL OF MINUTES (7:04 p.m.)
A. Approval of the October 7, 2014 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes
It was noted on page three, line 13, it should state, "...least amount of discretion to
seasidef-it-when considering the application." On page three, line 16, it should state,
"...the application applicant...On page three, line 23, it should state, "...little discretion in
reviewing..." On page three, line 36, it should state, "...applicant was correctly feading
interpreted, the ..." On page four, line 35, the following sentence should be added,
"Anderson concluded that a four bedroom apartment could have then up to eight people
not family related." On page four, line eight, it should state, "...conclusion is ..." On page
four, line 34, it should state, "...occupants net-nesessafily did not need to be related."
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page four, line 44, it should state, ".. selatier relationship..." On page five, line 11, it
should state, "...fret meets..." On page six, line 38, it should state, "...and in..." On
page six, line 46, it should state, "...location to be in of a poor location..." On page six,
line 23, it should state, "...RasheIle Rochelle..." On page seven, line 20, it should state,
"...golf course_" On page eight, line 41, it should state, "Kelly Kellogg..." On page eight,
line 48, it should state, "...it was agreed it would be
advantageous to create the additional turn lanes." On page nine,
line 19, it should state, "...assessing evaluating..." On page nine, line 48, it should state,
"explained there can be a partial waiver." On page ten, line ten, it should state,
"...consideration for the environmental fund." On page 11, line 19, it should state, "Weir
stated the Fields of Medina forest is two acres
and of moderate quality wetland. On page 11, line six, it should state, "...Vananse
variance would be needed required if requiring 1200 inches were replaced." On page
12, line -two, it should state, "...along with 2) a ..." On page 12, line 8, it should state,
"...waiver: 04 Resolution ..." On page 12, line 16, it should state, "...post -development."
On page 13, line 15, it should state, "...of trains and train noise was considered." On
page 14, line five, it should state, "...landscaping on the easement to the east post_
project." On page 14, line 21, it should state, "...responded to a
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from a lightning strike but no fire." On page 14, line 23, it should state, "...Celebration
Day open house."
Moved by Anderson, seconded by Pederson, to approve the October 7, 2014 regular
City Council meeting minutes as amended. Motion passed unanimously.
V. CONSENT AGENDA (7:13 p.m.)
Pederson recused himself from this agenda item.
A. Approve League of Minnesota Cities Insurance Trust Liability Coverage
Waiver Form
B. Resolution No. 2014-66 Certifying Delinquent Storm Water Utility Charges
to the Hennepin County Auditor for Collection in 2015
C. Resolution No. 2014-67 Certifying Delinquent Utility Charges to the
Hennepin County Auditor for Collection in 2015
D. Resolution No. 2014-68 Granting Extension of Time to Submit Final Plat for
Woods of Medina Amending Resolution 2014-04
E. Resolution No. 2014-69 Granting Extension of Time to File the Plat of
Enclave at Brockton 4th Addition Amending Resolution 2014-31
F. Resolution No. 2014-70 Granting Extension of Time to File the Plat of Hamel
Haven Amending Resolution 2014-31
G. Resolution No. 2014-71 Approving Joint and Cooperative Agreement for
Use of Law Enforcement Personnel and Equipment
H. Resolution No. 2014-72 Accepting Donation from Shelly Breintenfeldt
J. Approve Mixed Use Stage I Plan Agreement By and Between the City of
Medina and Medina Recreations, Inc. and Dominium Inc.
K. Resolution No. 2014-73 of Applicant for DEED Broadband Grant Application
L. Approve Letter of Support for DEED Broadband Grant Application
M. Approve Final Invoice for 600 Clydesdale Trail Proiect
Moved by Anderson, seconded by Martin, to approve the consent agenda. Motion
passed unanimously.
Peterson rejoined the Council.
I. Resolution No. 2014-74 Approving a Mixed Use Stage 1 Plan for Dominium,
Inc. at 501 Clydesdale Drive
Anderson noted that he had forgotten to add the sprinkling item and questioned if that
item should be added now or whether that should be added in the future.
Weir stated that item is not required by City Code.
Pederson stated that he also agreed that the building should be sprinkled.
Anderson asked whether that item should be further discussed at this time or during the
Stage II review.
Martin stated that the Code does not require that to be done and therefore the item could
not be made a condition of approval and could only be suggested.
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Moved by Anderson, seconded by Martin, to adopt Resolution No. 2014-74 approving a
Mixed Use Stage I Plan for Dominium, Inc. at 501 Clydesdale Drive. Motion passed
unanimously.
VI. COMMENTS (7:18 p.m.)
A. Comments from Citizens on Items not on the Agenda
Mario Fabrizio stated that the citizens of Medina received a mailing regarding the
upcoming elections, which he believed provided false information. He referenced the
new fire station and noted that while the issue had been briefly discussed during a
summer Work Session meeting, he questioned whether there has been conversation at
the Council level regarding the use of the facility at 600 Clydesdale Drive as a fire
substation as mentioned in the mailer.
Weir stated that although the letter may imply that, the issue had not been addressed
and a decision had not been made to use the facility at 600 Clydesdale Trail as a
substation.
Fabrizio stated that the mailer also mentioned a need for better fire service for the
northern portion of the city. He asked that the Council affirm that all citizens are
receiving the same quality service throughout the city.
Anderson first asked why if the two chiefs were addressing the Council as citizens why
were they in uniform. He further stated that the letter never implied that the northern
portion of the City was being underserved, but referenced that when trains are passing
through the City they may be adding time in responding to calls north of Highway 55.
Fabrizio stated that is untrue and the Fire Department has a route that bypasses the
train and stated that as a resident of the northern portion of the city he has the same
access to services as other residents.
In response to the statement that there were no plans for a new fire station Anderson
stated that the station was listed on the Hamel Volunteer Fire Department 2015 CIP.
Fabrizio stated that item was required to be added as a placeholder by the Public Safety
Director. He stated that he has the data to support that everyone in the city has equal
access to fire services.
Anderson reiterated his position taken in a mayoral debate supporting a new substation
in the Public Works Building. He stated that this communication elaborated on his
position.
Fabrizio questioned the position of the Council on whether the north side of the city is
serviced in the same manner as the rest of the city.
Weir stated that she believes that the northern portion of the city is serviced very well
and in the same manner as the rest of the city, noting that she has discussed the issue
with Public Safety Director Ed Belland.
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Martin stated that she believed the Fire Department was looking at an affirmation of the
Council as to whether the northern portion of the city is underserved. She stated that
given the information that she has been given she has no basis to state that any portion
of the city is underserved or served in a manner less than any other portion.
Pederson stated that he believed he had heard that the response time is longer to reach
the northern portion of the City and questioned if there has been a study done on 500
Hamel Road that is unknown.
Fabrizio stated that a study has not been done and the demographics have not been
reviewed. He stated that work will be done in the near future to determine the needs.
Anderson questioned how then the new station was listed in the CIP.
Belland stated that a capital plan is not a budgeted plan but a plan for the future. He
explained that the plan must look into the future to determine needs. He stated that
there is a place marker on the CIP in order to plan for the future capital interests. He
advised that the item is not guaranteed but simply marks it as a placeholder for the
future.
Hamel Fire Chief Jeff Ruchti stated that they simply wanted it to be known publicly that
the department is doing the best they can with what they have. He stated that the plan
was simply developed to ensure the best plans for the future can be made. He noted
that a committee will be formed to study the issue.
Pederson thanked the department for their contribution to the City.
B. Park Commission
Scherer stated that the meeting for the following night had been canceled for lack of
business items.
C. Planning Commission
Planning Commissioner Mitchell advised that a second meeting was held the previous
week to discuss the rate of growth. It was determined that notice would be sent to
additional residents and the public hearing had been continued to the first week in
November. He stated that the Commission believes that the growth rate has been too
rapid and time is of the essence. He noted that additional information was requested
and will be reviewed at the next meeting. He advised that the Commission agreed that
the jump ahead should still be allowed because of the additional conditions that must be
met but questioned the rate of slowing that the Council would like to see in terms of
growth. He asked that the Council pass on any direction they have so that the
Commission can move in the direction the Council desires.
VII. OLD BUSINESS
A. Charles Cudd De Novo — Woodland Hill Preserve — South of Hackamore,
East of County Road 116 (7:33 p.m.)
Finke stated that at the October 7th meeting the Council reviewed this land use request
and application and provided staff with direction to prepare the approval documents and
supply additional information regarding the tree replacement requirements for
incorporation. He reviewed the tree preservation and replacement information specific
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to this project and the "old growth forest remnant" discussed. He stated that although
there is not a map showing this information, the City Arborist did agree that this area
would qualify under old growth standards. He noted that the woodland is identified as
good quality, and is one of only a handful within the City. He stated that the City
Attorney has advised that there should be a map specifying this information if the 2.1
ratio is going to be recommended. He displayed the maps showing forestry within the
City and relating to the quality. He advised that the area in discussion is found to be
ecologically significant within the Natural Resources Inventory. He advised that the
standard Ordinance would require 2,398 inches of replacement while the 2.1 ratio would
require 4,796. He advised that there is a waiver provision that could be granted when
the applicant has exhausted all reasonable design options. He reviewed two alternative
options and the ratio of tree replacement that would be necessary. He stated that the
Planning Commission recommends 1,200 inches of replacement trees.
Martin stated that based on the ambiguity of old growth forest within the Code and given
the comments from the City Attorney she would recommend use of the 1.1 ratio. She
referenced the rate of $100 per caliper inch and questioned if that was taken from City
Code.
Finke stated that is the information based on the language used in the letter of credit but
noted that the letter of credit uses a rate of 150 percent rather than 100 percent.
Martin asked if there is a tree surety as well.
Batty stated that a letter of credit is based on maximum exposure but takes into account
what would be at risk on a worst -case scenario. He stated that the idea is to take a
realistic approach, noting that landscaping is not included at this point. He explained
that landscaping would be covered at the end, but would not be included in the
preliminary total.
Kellogg provided additional explanation noting that the City would not complete the
subdivision if the developer were to walk away but would simply complete the items
necessary for the site.
Martin stated that if the City required a certain number of replacement inches, the packet
states that the trees could be placed elsewhere in the City or a calculation could be
determined and those funds added into the City Environmental Fund. She questioned
how that calculation is determined.
Finke stated that planting of a significant nature could not be completed onsite and
believed the expectation of the applicant would be to pay into the Environmental Fund.
Martin questioned how the amount of tree removal is determined.
Finke stated that the trees are marked on the plan consistent with the grading plan,
which would be confirmed after grading.
Weir stated that there has been a fairly aggressive planting program in the parks and
questioned if there are opportunities for plantings.
Finke stated that there may be an opportunity to plant off -site.
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The applicant stated that they will attempt to plant as many onsite and offsite as
possible.
Pederson asked if staff is aware of areas that could be planted within the City.
Scherer advised that two other developers are fulfilling obligations in other areas where
plantings were necessary. He stated that the Environmental Fund could also be used to
purchase trees that could be given to residents to plant on clean-up day.
Pederson stated that he subsidized the cost of trees to be planted at the previous clean-
up day and they were quickly taken and planted by residents, noting that there is a
demand.
Rick Denman, Charles Cudd Company, stated that he reviewed every tree in the
inventory and they will be saving almost 63 percent of the trees 20 inches to 40 inches,
versus the one third that will be removed.
Weir noted that in essence the tree preservation regulations are working as the
Development Plan for the site has been adjusted and the highest quality trees will be
preserved. She stated that she would be in favor of following the recommendation of the
Planning Commission in regard to the 1,200 inches of replacement.
Pederson also agreed with the recommendation of the Planning Commission.
Anderson stated that 65 percent of the trees will remain, or be added, and therefore he
is also in agreement.
Martin stated that she also agrees.
Anderson questioned if the same type of tree would be replaced.
Denman stated that the attempt will be to enhance the neighborhood to the degree
possible with the largest possible replacement trees. He noted that the entire amount
will not be able to be placed onsite and a payment to the Environmental Fund will also
be made. He confirmed that the trees planted will be of the most desired species, noting
that some deciduous trees will be used for screening.
Martin asked for additional information regarding surety because of the large obligation.
Finke stated that once the landscaping plan is finalized the language in the Development
Agreement would be revised to include that figure.
1. Ordinance No. 567 Amending the Official Zoning Map to Rezone the
Property Being Subdivided
Moved by Martin, seconded by Anderson, to adopt ordinance no. 567 amending the
official zoning map to rezone the property being subdivided as "Woodland Hill Preserve".
Motion passed unanimously.
2. Resolution No. 2014-75 Authorizing Publication of Ordinance No. 567 by
Title and Summary
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Moved by Martin, seconded by Pederson, to adopt resolution no. 2014-75 authorizing
publication of ordinance no. 567 by title and summary. Motion passed unanimously.
3. Resolution No. 2014-76 Granting Plat Approval and Variance Approve to
Charles Cudd De Novo for Woodland Hill Preserve
Moved by Martin, seconded by Anderson, to adopt resolution no. 2014-76 granting
plat approval and variance approval to Charles Cudd De Novo for Woodland Hill
Preserve, with the conditions as stated in the proposed resolution but modifying to
revise Condition 7 to state: A partial tree replacement waiver is hereby granted from
the full replacement required by code. The Applicant shall provide 1200 caliper
inches of replacement trees. Such replacement shall include any one or a
combination of the following: 1) on -site planting of predominantly hardwood species
similar to those removed, but only in quantities and locations likely to support long-
term survival and in accordance with an approved tree replacement plan; 2) planting
of hardwood species in alternative locations within the City as approved by City staff;
or 3) financial contribution to the environmental fund in an amount of $100 per
caliper inch of replacement tree. Provide a surety for replacing 1,200 caliper inches
equal to $180,000. The surety will not be layered on top of the other surety required
by the terms of the Development Agreement, but will be treated as a "Holdback" for
other requested reductions or return of surety. Revise Condition 16 to state: The
Applicant shall record Homeowner's Association (the "HOA") documents against all
residential lots which shall be satisfactory to the City. This document shall describe
responsibilities for maintenance of stormwater improvements, upland buffers, and
lawn irrigation systems. The documents shall also describe requirements to
safeguard existing trees within tree preservation areas, including but not limited to
signage requirements, notification of property owners, and prohibiting removal or
replacement without prior City approval. The revised resolution will also include:
prior to execution, the draft of the Development Agreement provided to the Council
shall be amended, as necessary, to embrace all of the foregoing requirements in
form acceptable to the City Planner and the City Attorney. Motion passed
unanimously.
4. Development Agreement By and Between the City of Medina and
Woodland Hill Preserve, Inc. for Woodland Hill Preserve
Moved by Martin, seconded by Pederson, to approve the Development Agreement by
and between the City of Medina and Woodland Hill Preserve, Inc. for Woodland Hill
Preserve. Motion passed unanimously.
VIII. NEW BUSINESS
A. Tower Drive Stormwater Pond Discussion (8:09 p.m.)
Johnson introduced the Tower Drive Stormwater Pond project, noting that there are two
different options. He advised that staff has been working closely with the two properties
in order to obtain easement agreements. He advised that the draft agreements were in
the Council packets and advised that a revised agreement had been included at the dais
for the Raskob property.
Scherer briefly reviewed background information regarding the project history and
planning process.
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Finke stated that the first option would simply entail the minimum requirements needed
for the additional hardcover. He advised that staff has worked with the two property
owners in order to develop an option with additional treatment which would not only
benefit the project and property owners but also the general public. He reviewed the
proposed costs for both options and noted that the City has received a $65,000
contribution from Hennepin County, should they move forward with the more detailed
project. He advised that the City has also applied for a BWSR grant, which could fund
75 percent of the total project cost. He recommended that the Council approve the
agreements between the City and the Raskob Trust as well as the City and Newvesco,
LLC. He briefly reviewed the terms of each agreement and the revisions to the Raskob
agreement.
Moved by Martin, seconded by Pederson, to direct staff to apply for relevant agency
approval for construction of Option Two for the stormwater improvement for the Tower
Drive/Hamel Road/Kilkenny Lane Improvement project, subject to acquiring easements
as described in the preceding agreements. Motion passed unanimously.
1. Agreement between the City of Medina and John W. Raskob, as Trustee
of the Patricia R. Raskob Trust
Moved by Anderson, seconded by Pederson, to approve the agreement by and between
the City of Medina and Raskob Property, 500 Hamel Road, for the Tower Drive
Stormwater Pond Project. Motion passed unanimously.
2. Agreement between the City of Medina and Newvesco, Inc.
Moved by Anderson, seconded by Pederson, to approve the agreement by and between
the City of Medina and Newvesco property, 610 Hamel Road, for the Tower Drive
Stormwater Pond Project. Motion passed unanimously.
Weir thanked Scherer for his efforts on this project and also thanked the Raskobs and
Newvesco for their cooperation.
B. Comprehensive Plan — Staging and Growth Discussion (8:26 p.m.)
Finke provided the report requested by the City Council earlier this summer in regard to
the staging and growth plan. He noted that the City Council requested that staff study
the staging and growth plan in regard to the rapid rate of growth and the impact that
growth has on infrastructure and services, as well as the recently reduced Metropolitan
(Met) Council projections for 2040. He noted that public meetings were held to discuss
the issue. He stated that the Planning Commission recommended, on a vote of 4-2, to
direct staff to prepare a Comprehensive Plan amendment, which would remove the
ability for a property to "jump ahead" and to amend the Staging/Growth Plan to shift
priority. He displayed the current Staging/Growth Plan as well as that recommended for
amendment by the Planning Commission.
Martin noted that it had been mentioned that properties already in discussion for
development not be included for movement.
Finke agreed those properties would not be pushed back to the next staging period. He
briefly summarized the growth activity within the City recently, and that planned and/or
approved, as well as the reduced projections from the Met Council. He also reviewed
the current staging period capacity as well as the capacity that would be allowed under
the proposed amendment recommended by the Planning Commission.
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Martin referenced the CIP for the next five years and asked which development capacity
would most accurately match the CIP.
Finke stated that the CIP would most likely fall between all of those lines as it is more
accurately developed with the actual rate of growth assumption, rather than assuming all
property available for development would develop in their staging time, as is done with
the capacity.
Martin confirmed that amending the Comprehensive Plan would not interfere with the
CIP. She asked specifically if slowing the rate of growth would interfere with budgeting.
Johnson noted that staff would review the projections to ensure that budgets and staffing
levels would be in -line with what is needed.
Finke stated that this exercise has shown that the current staging plan is rolled out on an
east to west basis and explained that plan ended up front and tail loading residential
development substantially. He advised that the staging for residential was loaded mostly
into the 2001 and 2011 staging periods, with commercial focus for the 2016 staging
period.
Weir agreed that information was very beneficial as the Council may not have wanted to
place both of the residential areas within a desirable school district in the first two
staging periods. She stated that the desire has been for low density residential and
questioned how realistic the leveling out is at the end of that staging period because the
medium density and mixed -use areas have not been as desirable.
Finke stated that if there is a demand for low density residential, and not a large supply
of land, the City would most likely see additional requests for single family balanced with
a smaller area of the site to be used for medium density in order to balance the density
of the site.
Pederson believed that it is important to look at the fact that the police and fire
departments are operating fully and the City still has one of the lowest tax rates of the 16
surrounding communities. He acknowledged road repairs which were also made
through recent development activities rather than forcing that improvement cost upon the
residents. He also acknowledged the other benefits the City has received such as a
water tower site and park. He stated that while the City desires commercial
development, that development cannot be successful without residential development as
well.
Weir agreed that there have been many benefits received through development.
Pederson stated that he was unsure on the issue of the "jump ahead", stating that there
are also additional benefits gained through allowing "jump ahead" and acknowledging
that the Planning Commission would recommend reducing that period from five years to
possibly two or three years. He stated that interest rates may increase and the desire
for residential development may not be as high in the future.
Concerns have been expressed with growth and traffic congestion on County Road 116
and County Road 101 in Medina. Martin noted two statements made at the previous
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Planning Commission meeting. First, none of the land surrounding County Road 116 or
County Road 101 would be affected by any delays or reductions to growth. Second,
slowing our growth in this area does not mean Rogers or Corcoran will slow their growth.
Growth in other cities will keep traffic moving down our roads and frustrating our
residents. Delaying the phasing of development in Medina will not reduce the traffic
from the north or west.
Weir stated that the point had also been made regarding the growth in the Wayzata
School District, noting that Medina is only a small portion of the School District. She
stated that other communities within the Wayzata School District will continue to grow
and the School District is prepared for that growth. She stated that disallowing the "jump
ahead" would have an impact on property owners that may have planned for that and
noted that there are benefits to the additional conditions required under the "jump
ahead". She believed that the development would slow as the available parcels move
out of the Wayzata School District, which is happening now.
Finke acknowledged that the majority of property within the Wayzata School District was
included in the first staging period. He also mentioned a memory care development that
could move forward.
Weir stated that she could be persuaded to consider this study within the context of the
Comprehensive Plan for the 2040 Comprehensive Plan rather than amending the
current Plan.
Pederson agreed that the information could simply be used to develop the new
Comprehensive Plan.
Finke stated that the new Comprehensive Plan could not be submitted to the Met
Council prior to the end of 2015, as the system statements would not be available until
September 2015. He noted that even after the Plan is submitted by the City in 2017,
there is still a ten-month period of review that is required.
Weir believed that based upon her experience that mid 2017 would be a good estimate
of when the Plan would be enacted.
Martin questioned if the Met Council could state that they would not consider an
amendment as the system statements are not yet available.
Finke stated that the Met Council has stated that they will entertain amendments during
this time period based on the reductions.
Martin stated that she would be inclined to amending the Comprehensive Plan in order
to delay some of the growth, provided that it does not interfere with the active
development.
Anderson agreed with the comments made by Pederson that the Council should be wary
of slowing growth. He stated that he attended the Planning Commission meetings and
stated that he would support some level of amendment as recommended.
Weir asked for additional opinion from Finke in regard to reducing the "jump ahead" from
five years to two or three years.
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Finke stated that to limit the "jump ahead" to two to three years could have some
benefits as the "jump ahead" properties would not directly compete with the current
staging period.
Bob Belser stated that it is evident to him that there is a tremendous amount of growth
that has occurred in Medina and is planned for development.
Weir stated that while the development seems sudden, the current rate evens out the
development that did not occur during the recession.
Belser questioned how roads and infrastructure would be affected and paid for.
Weir advised that the new homes pay taxes, which fund those improvements.
Belser referenced the growth of the households and the importance for affordable
housing and asked how those are meeting the needs of the current employers within the
City.
Weir stated that developers are not interested in developing that type of housing in
Medina.
Belser referenced an idea that had been brought forward regarding two-year increments
for development and another idea that could deal with the train traffic. He stated that he
believed the City would implode with the current rate of growth and that the growth rate
should be slowed through a moratorium. He believed that the interest rates would
remain low for a long time and that there would be a benefit to delaying development.
Joe Cavanaugh Jr. referenced the Cavanaugh property and Weir confirmed that
property would remain in the current staging period. He also referenced the memory
care development and believed that would-be a great addition to the City that would not
impact the traffic rates.
Weir stated that the Council is split in their decision as two members would be in favor or
waiting while the other two would be in favor of an amendment. She asked for additional
information regarding reducing the "jump ahead" period.
Mitchell stated that he would not want to see development simply stop abruptly and
agreed that perhaps the best way to slow growth would be to reduce the staging period
from five years to two to three years.
Weir stated that perhaps smaller "jump ahead" periods would be a good compromise.
Martin agreed that could be a compromise.
Weir stated that her goal is to even out growth for budgetary and staffing purposes.
Finke agreed that the goal to take the next 25-30 years of growth and design a staging
plan which would approximate a fairly level achievement could be a very manageable
action. He agreed that could be investigated as an option.
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Weir noted that anyone who has submitted an application or Concept Plan would remain
in the current staging period.
Finke confirmed that the Council would be in agreement with providing notice to the
property owners discussed by the Planning Commission.
IX. CITY ADMINISTRATOR REPORT (9:28 p.m.)
Johnson stated that the crime free multi -housing discussion will take place at the
December Work Session. He advised that Mediacom has chosen not to move forward
with the direction given by the Council and therefore the build -out will not move forward
this year. He advised that there are some residents that will approach Mediacom
directly in an attempt to gain service at their homes at their own cost. He reported that
the employee appreciation breakfast took place this morning and thanked the
department heads for their contributions.
X. MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL REPORTS (9:31 p.m.)
Martin stated that she attended the Hamel Fire training and advised that she and Weir
also met with a resident regarding the possible subdivision of his property. She stated
that she also toured the Hamel Fire Department.
Pederson stated that he attended the candidate forum hosted by the League of Women
Voters and at Medina Ridge and commended all candidates that participated.
Weir stated that she also attended the demonstration house burn and advised that
Hamel Fire worked cooperatively as a team. She stated that Maple Grove Firefighters
also spoke with respect of the Hamel Fire Department. She also commended the
candidates that participated in the forums. She noted that she also visited the new rain
garden at Hamel Legion Park and questioned if there will be additional plantings.
Scherer stated that the plantings are fresh and may spread so staff will continue to
monitor the area. He stated that the City was audited by the MPCA this week and it
went very well, commending staff for their efforts.
Xl. APPROVAL TO PAY THE BILLS (9:36 p.m.)
Moved by Pederson, seconded by Anderson, to approve the bills, EFT 002819E-00285E
for $46,716.57, order check numbers 041913-041973 for $198,405.97, and payroll EFT
505948-505980 for $46,420.91. Motion passed unanimously.
XII. ADJOURN
Moved by Anderson, seconded by Pederson, to adjourn the meeting at 9:36 p.m.
Motion passed unanimously.
Attest:
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Scott Johnson, CiAdministrator
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ORDER CHECKS October 8.2014 - October 21.2014
041913 HAIOU, SUN $1,027.56
041914 HILGER, TERESA $212.50
041915 LOEGERING, MICHAEL $500.00
041916 VANDEWIELE, ANDREA $150.00
041917 CAREFREE SERVICES INC $5,096.00
041918 ALBRECHT, KAREN $6.88
041919 COMMERCIAL ASPHALT CO. $4,653.87
041920 LOVELESS, CHRIS/KATIE $10,000.00
041921 NORTON HOMES $10,000.00
041922 PIERCE, MIKE & JONI $10,000.00
041923 RAKOVSHIK, ANNA $10,000.00
041924 ROLF ERICKSON ENTERPRISES INC $7,193.40
041925 ADAM'S PEST CONTROL INC $149.00
041926 ALLINA HEALTH SYSTEM $50.00
041927 ALLSTAR ELECTRIC $8,302.51
041928 BUDGET PRINTING $18.29
041929 BUMPS AUTO & MARINE $144.36
041930 C & H SPORT SURFACES, INC $10,950.00
041931 CENTURYLINK $221.53
041932 CTS M STEP HENN TECH COLLEGE $195.00
041933 DESIGNING NATURE, INC. $4,531.60
041934 DEVOWE CREATIVE WORKS $424.29
041935 DPC INDUSTRIES INC $1,110.43
041936 ECM PUBLISHERS INC $128.82
041937 EULL'S MANUFACTURING CO $128.25
041938 FASTENAL COMPANY $33.44
041939 GILLUND ENTERPRISES $197.76
041940 GOPHER STATE ONE CALL $588.90
041941 GREEN LIGHTS RECYCLING $52.73
041942 HAKANSON ANDERSON ASSOCIATES I $947.40
041943 HAMEL LUMBER INC $416.35
041944 HAMEL FIRE RELIEF ASSN $40,393.01
041945 HAMEL LIONS CLUB $725.00
041946 HD SUPPLY WATERWORKS LTD $2,180.40
041947 HENN COUNTY INFO TECH $851.05
041948 HENN COUNTY TAXPAYER SVCS DEPT $121.50
041949 JANS LAWN & LANDSCAPE $1,200.00
041950 KERN, DEWENTER & VIERE $6,200.00
041951 LAW ENFORCEMENT LABOR $360.00
041952 LEXISNEXIS RISK DATA MGMT INC $31.50
041953 CITY OF MAPLE PLAIN $2,472.37
041954 MARCO INC $604.86
041955 MCFOA, C/O AUDRA ETZEL $15.00
041956 METROPOLITAN COUNCIL $18,536.87
041957 MHSRC/RANGE $2,376.00
041958 MINUTEMAN PRESS $3,030.84
041959 MN CRIME PREVENTION ASSOC $45.00
041960 MORRIS ELECTRONICS INC $35.00
041961 NAPA OF CORCORAN INC $293.40
041962 NELSON AUTO CENTER $220.00
041963 NORTHWEST ASSOC CONSULTANTS $4,170.94
041964 OFFICE DEPOT $72.18
041965 CITY OF ORONO $1,977.20
041966 PITNEY BOWES $265.00
041967 RES SPECIALTY PYROTECHNICS $4,000.00
041968 RJM CONSTRUCTION LLC $15,000.00
041969 SCHOENING EXCAVATING INC $910.00
041970 SHAKOPEE, CITY OF $25.00
041971 STREICHER'S $299.98
041972 TOWMASTER $1,223.00
041973 WENCK ASSOCIATES $3.340.00
Total Checks $198,405.97
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Electronic Payments October 3.2014 — October 16.2014
002819E ELAN FINANCIAL SERVICE $3,585.81
002820E HARTFORD LIFE $404.85
002821E VALVOLINE FLEET SERVICES $168.33
002822E PR PERA $12,387.98
002823E PR FED/FICA $14,087.82
002824E PR MN Deferred Comp $1,000.00
002825E PR STATE OF MINNESOTA $3,074.68
002826E SELECT ACCOUNT $1,164.99
002827E CITY OF MEDINA $18.00
002828E FARMERS STATE BANK OF HAMEL $20.00
002829E PITNEY BOWES $1,000.00
002830E WRIGHT HENN $1,784.55
002831E SELECT ACCOUNT $78.50
002832E CULLIGAN-METRO $68.10
002833E PREMIUM WATERS INC $54.25
002834E VERIZON WIRELESS $3,440.37
002835E CIPHER LABORATORIES INC. $4.378.34
Total Electronic Checks $46,716.57
PAYROLL DIRECT DEPOSIT October 8.2014
505948 ALTENDORF, JENNIFER L. $1,338.08
505949 ANDERSON, JOHN G. $230.87
505950 BARNHART, ERIN A $1,709.64
505951 BELLAND, EDGAR J. $2,346.39
505952 BOECKER, KEVIN D $2,128.38
505953 CHORLEY, LUCINDA $507.67
505954 CONVERSE, KEITH A. $2,112.75
505955 DINGMANN, IVAN W. $2,174.94
505956 DOMINO, CHARMANE $1,676.23
505957 FINKE, DUSTIN D $2,169.33
505958 GALLUP, JODI M. $1,563.44
505959 GLEASON, JOHN M $1,866.50
505960 GREGORY, THOMAS $1,780.19
505961 HALL, DAVID M $2,090.13
505962 HUNZ, MATTHEW E $565.42
505963 JESSEN,JEREMIAH S. $2,028.15
505964 JOHNSON, SCOTT T $2,164.73
505965 KLAERS, ANNE M. $601.97
505966 LANE, LINDA $1,414.30
505967 LEUER, GREGORY J $1,793.92
505968 MARTIN, KATHLEEN M $230.87
505969 MARTINSON, MELISSA $230.87
505970 MCGILL, CHRISTOPHER R. $1,697.77
505971 NELSON, JASON $2,062.63
505972 PEDERSON,JEFF $221.28
505973 PETERSON, DEBRA A. $1,536.56
505974 REINKING, DEREK M $1,531.53
505975 SCHERER, STEVEN T $2,264.42
505976 VIEAU, CECILIA M $1,174.78
505977 VINCK, JOHN J. $1,882.60
505978 WEIR, ELIZABETH V $327.07
505979 WENANDE, BRANDON S. $499.52
505980 WHITE, JANET $497.98
Total Payroll Direct Deposit $46,420.91
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