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MEDINA CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES OF DECEMBER 6, 2011
The City Council of Medina, Minnesota met in regular session on December 6, 2011 at
7:00 p.m. in the City Hall Chambers. Mayor Crosby presided.
I. ROLL CALL
Members present: Crosby, Pederson, Martinson, Siitari, and Weir.
Members absent: None.
Also present: City Attorney Ron Batty, City Engineer Darren Amundsen, Planner Dusty
Finke, Public Works Superintendent Steve Scherer, Finance Director Joe Rigdon, City
Administrator Scott Johnson, Chief of Police Ed Be!land, and Recording Secretary
Amanda Staple.
II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
III. ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA
The agenda was accepted as presented.
IV. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. Approval of the November 14, 2011 Special City Council Meeting Minutes
Moved by Pederson, seconded by Martinson, to approve the November 14, 2011
special City Council meeting minutes as presented. Motion passed unanimously.
B. Approval of the November 15, 2011 Special City Council Meeting Minutes
Moved by Weir, seconded by Pederson, to approve the November 15, 2011 special City
Council meeting minutes as presented. Motion passed unanimously.
C. Approval of the November 15, 2011 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes
Moved by Weir, seconded by Siitari, to approve the November 15, 2011 regular City
Council meeting minutes as presented. Motion passed unanimously.
D. Approval of the November 16, 2011 Special City Council Meeting Minutes
Moved by Weir, seconded by Pederson, to approve the November 16, 2011 special City
Council meeting minutes as presented. Motion passed unanimously.
V. CONSENT AGENDA
A. Resolution No. 2011-102 Accepting Donation from Twin Cities International
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D. Approve Recording Secretary Service Agreement with TimeSaver Off Site
Secretarial, Inc.
E. Call for Special City Council Meeting on December 15, 2011 at 7 p.m. at St.
Peter and Paul Church in Loretto
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F. Adopt GASB 54-Compliant Fund Balance Policy
G. Resolution No. 2011-103 Committing Specific Revenue Sources for
Specified Purposes in Special Revenue Funds
Moved by Weir, seconded by Siitari, to approve the consent agenda. Motion passed
unanimously.
B. Appoint WSB as City Engineering Firm beginning January 1, 2012
Crosby stated that he did not have any objections to appointing WSB as the City
Engineering firm, but merely wanted to provide additional information. He explained that
the Engineering firm previously used by the City, Bonestroo, had merged with another
firm and the previous representative to the City, Tom Kellogg, had resigned from the
newly merged company. He summarized the interviewing process the City undertook,
and advised that Kellogg is now associated with WSB. He commended WSB for the
depth of skills in their staff pool and hoped to utilize their many associates, rather than
simply relying on one person from the firm as the City had previously done. He believed
that large projects should be put out to bid to obtain quotes from other engineering
firms.
Johnson confirmed that the ability to obtain outside bids on large projects was included
in the scope of services.
Moved by Weir, seconded by Pederson, to approve appoint WSB as City Engineering
Firm beginning January 1, 2012. Motion passed unanimously.
C. Approve League of Minnesota Cities Liability Coverage Waiver Form
Crosby explained liability coverage in regard to municipalities. He provided background
information regarding the type of coverage Medina has obtained in the past and the
reasoning for the decision tonight.
Moved by Weir, seconded by Martinson, to approve the decision to not waive the
monetary limits on municipal tort liability established by Minnesota State Statutes
466.04. Motion passed unanimously.
VI. COMMENTS
A. Comments from Citizens on Items not on the Agenda
There were none.
B. Park Commission
Park Commissioner Thies provided an update regarding the November meeting. She
discussed a request regarding the possible conversion of softball fields, and noted that
the Commission deferred that decision until the Master Plan for the parks is complete.
She advised that the Park Commission would also like to complete a resident survey,
which could be included in an upcoming City newsletter.
C. Planning Commission
Finke stated that the Planning Commission would meet the following week and would
hold three public hearings; he briefly reviewed those requests.
VII. NEW BUSINESS
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A. 2012 Budget
Crosby provided background information regarding the budget process the City has
followed, including the approval of a preliminary levy which took place in September. He
advised that the levy amount would need to be certified tonight, explaining that although
the preliminary levy cannot be raised, the rate could be lowered.
1. Budget and Tax Levy Presentation
Johnson reviewed the proposed budget changes from the 2011 budget as well as the
major budget issues faced in 2012. He reviewed the proposed tax levy information and
compared that information with the figures certified in 2011. He advised that the Public
Works Facility would not factor into the budget until 2013, as firm decisions had not
been made at this point. He presented information regarding the general fund, as well
as comparison information from 2011, and also modifications to the budget, including
proposed reductions. He summarized the long-term needs of the City and explained
how those needs would impact the future budget processes. He provided tax rate
comparisons, comparing the proposed rate for Medina to that of the six closest
neighboring cities, and noted that Medina was the second lowest.
Carolyn Smith thanked the City Council for reducing the budget, although she did not
believe that was hard to do. She believed that the budget could be reduced further,
even though she acknowledged that Medina has the second lowest rate in the area.
She referenced the Financial Management Plan and believed that the City can do a
better job in the future. She believes that government operates differently than most of
the world, providing an example that most employers are not giving raises and yet
Medina staff has received raises for the past two budget years. She stated that she
chose to live in Medina because the tax dollars are low and it is a great place to live.
She was concerned that the tax rate would be changing from 19 to 22 percent and
believed additional reductions could be made.
Kirby Johnson, 320 Calamus Circle, stated that he is the President of the Wild Meadows
Home Association and was present to learn more about the budget process. He agreed
that the current economy is a tough business environment and housing values continue
to drop. He stated that in a time when salaries, investments and home values are
decreasing, taxes should not be increasing. He stated that he appreciates the time and
hard work of the Council and was happy to learn additional information.
Bob Kroll, 315 Calamus Circle, echoed the comments of Mr. Johnson and stated that
foreclosures and the market continue to impair the values of homes. He questioned
how taxes are rising, although decreases continue to occur in this economy.
Crosby stated that this Council is more responsive to these issues than may meet the
eye. He stated that the budget proposed for 2012 is comparable to the 2007 budget.
He stated that the road needs were discussed at a 2007 public meeting, a Truth in
Taxation Hearing, and explained how the road bonding policy had developed from that
public input. He explained how funds were reduced from the budget and provided
examples, such as the use of a consultant rather than hiring a new Finance Director,
and Belland reviewing police vehicles to determine which vehicles could be used an
additional year before replacement. He stated that staff and the Council are making
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sensible cuts to the budget without reducing City services, such as the number of police
officers.
Weir stated that there was one year with no pay increase for staff, a small increase in
2011 and a slightly larger increase for 2012. She explained that with the small increase
in pay, the City is able to retain good staff members and avoid the additional costs of
employee turnover and training new employees. She advised that Medina lost a great
Finance Director because of the large amount of money that the employee was able to
make at another employer.
Martinson advised that the Council reviewed the staff costs and salaries of surrounding
cities and noted that even with the proposed increase for 2012 Medina still has among
the lowest per capita fully burdened staffing costs.
Carolyn Smith stated that she had previously suggested that a Committee be formed,
composed of successful business leaders of Medina, to review the budget and
determine where additional reductions could be made.
Crosby stated that two business forums were held this past year, noting that one forum
would most likely be held annually going forward. He reviewed some of the items
discussed at those meetings, including budgeting and future needs, such as a Public
Works facility. He commented that the Council views these issues with real dollars and
real people but also views future needs, such as roads. He noted that public comment
would be greatly appreciated and welcomed residents to provide input earlier in the
process.
2. Resolution No. 2011-104 Approving 2012 Final Tax Lew
Moved by Weir, seconded by Pederson, to approve the Resolution No. 2011-104
Approving the 2012 Final Tax Levy. Motion passed unanimously.
3. Resolution No. 2011-105 Approving 2012 Final Budget
Moved by Weir, seconded by Siitari, to approve the Resolution No. 2011-05 Approving
the 2012 Final Budget. Motion passed unanimously.
B. Sewer System Request from City of Independence
Johnson noted that members from the City of Independence were present to make a
request to the Council regarding the sewer system and the possibility to amend the Tri-
City Agreement to include Vinland National Center. He provided background
information regarding the Tri-City Agreement, and reviewed the concern staff has with
allowing Vinland to connect to the sewer system. He stated that many items affect the
capacity of the Medina system, including future development.
Mayor Marvin Johnson, Independence, provided background information regarding
sewer development in Independence. He stated that the City would like to do anything
possible to clean-up Lake Independence, including additional hook-ups to the sewer
system. He stated that when Vinland applied to expand their facility, staff suggested the
possibility of connecting to the sewer system.
Mark Kaltsus, Planning Consultant for Independence, explained that the original request
from Vinland was to expand their existing septic system. He explained that staff
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reviewed the request as an opportunity to further clean-up Lake Independence through
connection to the sewer system. He advised that the expansion of Vinland is broken
down into three phases, with only the first phase taking place at this time. He advised
that this would be a 20 bed expansion to the facility, bringing the total from 40 to 60, and
equated that connection to the system to 18 residential connections. He estimated the
possible residential connections for that area which could be proposed in the future.
Crosby confirmed that this request would place the entire facility on the sewer system.
He stated that if the City were to provide sewer connections to the facility he believed
that would put pressure on Medina to accept future expansions, as a practical manner,
as it would be rare for the facility to use a separate septic system for a future expansion.
Crosby explained that Independence would like the facility to connect to the sewer
system now to avoid the possibility of failure of the septic system in the future. He
commented that he would like to stay under capacity, not only to allow for future
development in Medina, but also to solve system failures. He explained the calculations
which are used to determine maximum capacity of the Medina system. He stated that
Medina, Corcoran, Loretto, and Independence all have significant development in their
20 year Comprehensive Plans which will require additional capacity; more than is even
provided through the current system.
Weir stated that the best thing for Lake Independence would be to allow the connection
to the sewer system but acknowledged the capacity levels of the Medina system.
Scherer explained the capacity limits of the Medina system. He stated that the City has
not had a problem with Vinland connecting to the system, but with the expansion
proposed. He stated that Medina has historically paid a larger portion of the system
costs and has more of an investment in the sewer system. He explained that when
additional connections to the system are made there is additional stress put on the
system. He stated that the system will cycle more dependent on the number of
connections, and believed that a study would need to occur before this type of
connection could be made to determine the effects of the connections. He stated that
connections should be used for clean-up rather than expansion.
Crosby questioned the timing for the project.
Kaltsus stated that the expansion has been approved by the City of Independence and
estimated the project would begin in the spring.
Brian Miller, City Engineer for Independence, stated that he reviewed the possible
capacity issues for the Medina system and provided information he obtained from the
Comprehensive Plans for Medina and the surrounding communities, such as Loretto
and Maple Plain. He stated that the Tri-City Agreement also specifies that costs for
expansion of the sewer system would be shared between the cities and would not solely
be the responsibility of Medina.
Crosby suggested that Medina and Independence work together to discuss the issue
further. He stated that he would like to know additional information including the
probable capacity once the already approved problem areas are connected, potential
other problem areas in Independence and Greenfield, the possibility of an end date for
Loretto, and the probable future growth for that area of Medina. He clarified that the
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issue is not simply to save the connections for future Medina development but to
determine the impact of the existing and proposed Vinland connections, while still
dealing with the potential problems in the future. He directed staff to research these
items and develop a proposal and potential costs.
Norm Wenck, Independence Councilmember, stated that the last time he was in front of
the Council he was directed to persuade connections to the sewer system and now he is
asking for those connections.
Mike McLaughlin, Lake Independence Lake Association, stated that the organization he
represents supports this proposed connection to the sewer system. He stated that the
City of Loretto has no future plans to connect to the sewer system. He explained that a
large facility located on the Lake is interested in connecting to the system and believed
that should be allowed, rather than waiting for Loretto, which may not choose to join the
system at all. He questioned if the pump would need to be replaced.
Johnson stated that there is not any problem with the pump and explained that the
concern was with the capacity of the system. He stated the recommendation from staff
would be that Independence pay for the study requested by the Council.
After discussion the Council directed Johnson to conduct studies with the city of
Independence, and other involved parties, at no cost to the city of Medina in order to
provide more facts upon which a decision could be made. The details of such study
could be worked out between staff.
C. Conservation Desiqn Subdivision PUD Concept Plan: 2500 — 2900 Parkview
Drive
Finke presented a request for a conservation design subdivision PUD for the property
located at 2500 to 2900 Parkview Drive. He explained the conservation design process,
noting that this is the first request under this new policy, and provided specific
information regarding the property and proposed design. He explains that the PUD
process contains three steps: the concept plan, the general plan/preliminary plat, and
the final plan/final plat. He stated that the applicant has modified the proposal following
the review of the Planning Commission, and asked that the Council review the plans.
He suggested that the Planning Commission have another opportunity to review the
concept plan, following Council input, as the Commission had not been able to review
the modified plan. He summarized the conservation priorities relevant to this property
and stated that staff would like input from the Council specific to three items: density,
the amount of conservation, and timing. He stated that allowing additional lots,
increased density, is the highest incentive for conservation design, and further explained
the calculations used by the City. He reported that there is a timing issue because of
the Agricultural Preserve Covenant on the property which expires in 2016, and explained
that the applicant would like to move forward in this process, so that development could
begin in 2016. He reviewed the comments from the Planning Commission which
recommended denial of the request, noting that a number of the concerns from the
Commission had been addressed in the modified version of the plan.
Batty explained the timing of plat approval and the ability to grant extensions. He stated
that Ordinances and policies change over time and the City would want an applicant to
be liable to the Ordinances and policies which exist when the project occurs. He stated
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that neither the City, nor the applicant, can remove the Agricultural Preserve Covenant,
which expires in 2016. He confirmed that many of the negotiation abilities occur in the
concept plan review process and the future Council in 2016 may feel obligated to
approve the final plat when that time comes. He stated that another option could be to
complete this process slowly and to condition approval upon certain items.
Crosby briefly recessed the meeting at 9:00 p.m.
Crosby reconvened the meeting at 9:09 p.m.
Crosby stated that he has known the applicant for many years and helped Wally Marx
purchase the property and place that property into the Agricultural Preserve Covenant.
He stated that he no longer, and has not for some time, had a lawyer client relationship
with Mr. Marx. He commended Mr. Marx for his clean-up of the site and commented
that he has done everything correct for the property and has been a great landowner.
Wally Marx thanked the Council and staff for their cooperation in this matter. He stated
that he has worked with Finke for more than a year to develop this concept plan and
identified the hurdles he had to overcome in regard to the terrain of the property. He
stated that he has owned the property for more than 12 years and explained the process
which was followed for placing the land into an Agricultural Preserve Covenant. He
reviewed the conservation design process that he has been a part of since the inception
of the policy. He displayed an aerial picture of the property and provided background
information on the property and the clean-up efforts. He displayed his concept plan
overlay on the natural resources evaluation that was completed for that area. He
described the proposed density and referenced the language from the policy regarding
flexibility and density. He stated that good input was received from both the Planning
and Park Commissions and advised that the plan had been modified based on that
input. He provided information regarding the walk through of the property completed by
himself, Finke and a representative from Stantec.
Jim Lane, neighbor and attorney of the applicant, addressed the Council and stated that
he is a resident of Medina and is also acting as an attorney for Mr. Marx. He suggested
that the work and report of the Open Space Task Force be reviewed, as that helped
drive this process and identifies natural resources specific to the property. He stated
that this is an application for a concept plan approval and is not a request for preliminary
plan or development plan approval. He stated that feedback is simply requested at this
time and noted that the proposed plan is less dense than the plan presented to the
Planning Commission. He confirmed that part of the property is under an Agricultural
Preserve Covenant until 2016 and noted that the applicant would be in agreement with a
slower process for approval, with development beginning in 2016. He stated that on a
personal note he and his wife have lived across from Mr. Marx and commend him as a
neighbor and for his clean-up efforts. He explained that he believes that the southerly
parcel, identified as the guesthouse parcel, contains the most valuable natural
resources and if placed into conservation permanently, additional density should be
gained. He stated that if that parcel is not placed into permanent conservation, the
parcel could be split into several lots and developed once sewer reaches that area. He
stated that although a large portion of the property is undevelopable under today's
regulations, that could change in the future and the area could be highly developed.
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Marx commented that a conservation easement is forever and would prevent a large
number of row homes being developed in the future. He presented pictures of natural
resources and wildlife which are found on his property, as well as the private garden
which has been built on his property and is nationally known.
Michael Pressman addressed the Council on behalf of the applicant. He stated that he
was drawn to this property while working on the Minnehaha Creek Conservation District
and commented that this process is a method to permanently conserve a portion of this
land. He provided additional information regarding valuable natural resources found on
the property. He referenced the Open Space Report and Natural Resource Inventory of
Medina, which both mention this property and the resources found on the property. He
stated that the blend of resources found on this property is what makes portions of the
property unbuildable is also what makes the property valuable for conservation. He
stated that 50 years ago no one would have believed that St. Louis Park would develop
in the manner it has, and urged the Council to conserve natural resources in Medina
while they can. He stated that once sewer extends to this area there will be
development and urged the Council to preserve these resources before that time
comes. He provided an evaluation of the Conservation Design Subdivision PUD for the
property completed by Jean Coleman, President of CR Planning.
Mark Gronberg, land planner representing the applicant, briefly summarized the
modifications which were made to the original proposal to include the input of the Park
and Planning Commissions. He confirmed that each lot would have its own septic site.
He stated that if the conservation design was not approved, and sewer eventually
reached the site, outlot C alone could be divided into nine homes and compared that
number to the proposed eight lots. He explained that the homes have been placed in the
least valuable resource areas.
Cindy Piper, resident of School Lake, drafted a history of the School Lake Trail and
disbursed that information for the Council to review. She stated that the Trail has been
in existence for some time and commended Mr. Marx for his efforts with the trail, as she
and other residents enjoy the trail.
Weir stated that she was concerned with the issue of timing; explaining that as improved
as the proposed modified plan appeared to be, future Councils may have issues. She
stated that she would be in agreement with the rolling approval discussed, if that is
legally possible; and noted that it is hard to review the modified plan, as the Council was
only given the original plan reviewed by the Park and Planning Commissions. She
stated that she could see six lots on this site, could be open to seven and would
consider the proposed eight lots, and would require all shoreline and wetland setbacks
to be met. She also commented on septic placements, and preferred shared driveways.
Pederson agreed that it is hard to judge a plan which is not in front of the Council. He
commented that the timeline is challenging, as there is some time between now and
2016. He stated that he would be more comfortable with seven lots, but again noted
that he has not seen the plan displaying eight lots. He stated that he would also like to
see shared driveways.
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Martinson stated that this is a beautiful piece of property and was glad to see that the
owner is interested in conservation. She stated that she is in favor of seven lots and
welcomed the new plan in order to see the configuration of eight lots.
Siitari stated that the modified plan is significantly better than the original plan and
questioned if the project needs to move forward this early. He did not estimate
development for 15 to 40 years and questioned if this Council was the best body to
make a decision for development which will not occur for many years.
Crosby stated that when the Conservation Design Ordinance was developed he was
thinking more towards a clustered housing design, and explained that is very different
from this proposal. He questioned if waiting would be more beneficial for the applicant,
as being the first applicant under a policy is not often the best position. He stated that
he would be in favor of a rolling renewal issue but explained that the applicant would be
subject to the then current Council. He stated that the issue of timing is not a City issue
but is a self-imposed applicant issue, and explained that this is not a situation where the
City needs to take possession of the land to prevent unfavorable development. He
could be in favor of six lots, possibly increased to seven.
Lane stated that the applicant understands the risk of the rolling approval and is willing
to take that risk.
Batty stated tonight the Council has provided comments on the concept plan, which will
then go back before the Planning Commission for review. He stated that this plan would
come back before the Council after that review and at that time the Council would be
required to make a decision.
Carolyn Smith commented that timing has been a discussion tonight and mentioned that
something could happen to the property owner before 2016. She provided an example
in the past when the Council had pushed approval and something happened to the
landowner, which then caused the City to lose that opportunity. She believed that the
City should begin working on this now, as there would be an overall benefit to the City,
to prevent the loss of this opportunity.
Weir commended the applicant for coming forward as the first applicant under this
process.
Crosby briefly recessed the meeting at 10:23 p.m.
Crosby reconvened the meeting at 10:27 p.m.
D. Private Kennel License Application: 1822 Morgan Road
Finke presented a request for a private kennel license at 1822 Morgan Road, on behalf
of Hannah Buckley, and provided background information. He stated that in 2011
approximately 25 dogs were being kept on the property, as the property owner was not
aware of the limitations, and was involved in animal rescue organizations. He stated
that the property owner is now requesting eight dogs, six of which are pets and two
which would be allowed as foster dogs. He briefly summarized the Ordinance which
governs private kennel licensing and stated that the request could be granted if public
health and safety are not imposed and it is not found to be a nuisance. He stated that
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the police do not oppose the request for eight dogs, so long as measures were
implemented to limit potential impacts of barking.
Hannah Buckley, 1822 Morgan Road, stated that she believed she had provided the City
with as much information as she could. She stated that her children wanted to be
present tonight, as they were concerned with losing their pets. She presented three
years of Christmas cards which feature her children and the dogs to serve as proof that
the dogs are pets and part of their family. She explained that the previous circumstance
where children were visiting their home to interact with the dogs has been moved to a
pet store, to avoid problems. She stated that it had been brought to her attention that
some of her neighbors had voiced complaint but explained that she had asked the
neighbors to bring any concerns to her and she heard nothing from them. She noted
that a neighbor had asked that she put her dogs inside for a graduation party they were
throwing, which she did. She commented that one neighbor stated that barking occurs
when they use their pool but explained that her dogs are not on her property during the
summer months, as she travels to Sweden and her dogs are taken care of in Hugo while
she is away. She commented that the same neighbors that voiced complaint have also
dropped off dogs at her property that they have found running loose; providing an
example of a neighbor who dropped off a dog that did not belong to her while she was
not home and placing that dog in her kitchen, which caused damage. She thanked Weir
for visiting her property and making her aware of the comments made by neighbors.
Weir commented that she did hear barking when visiting the property, but the barking
resulted from the dog belonging to a neighboring property owner.
Buckley stated that dog, who belongs to a neighbor, has bitten a person and that is why
that neighbor had to fence her yard in.
Martinson confirmed that the dogs are not at the property during June, July or August,
and therefore would not have bothered the neighbors using their pool as commented.
Crosby referenced fostering of dogs and was unsure if the Pet Ordinance would be the
best place for fostering, as he viewed that to be a commercial aspect. He stated that he
would be in favor of allowing six dogs, with no fostering. He explained that he would like
to stay away from commercial elements in a residential area.
Buckley stated that a foster child is being looked after and cared for, same as a foster
dog. She did not believe that was a commercial aspect as there is no money being
generated. She stated that previously she assisted in puppy mill situations, where large
numbers of dogs were being housed outside of her home. She noted that function has
stopped because of the concern expressed by the City. She stated that she has six
dogs which are pets and would like the ability to foster up to two additional dogs. She
confirmed that those two dogs would be cared for in the home.
Weir stated that her visit to the home presented a well run family situation. She
suggested that the eight dogs be allowed for one year, with a check completed after one
year to determine if complaints had been made. She stated that Buckley completes
great, necessary, work that functions in the home and is completely different than
boarding.
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Buckley confirmed that she is the only person to enter and exit her property in regard to
foster animals.
Martinson stated that she is in agreement with Weir and asked that some type of visual
boundary be placed between the property and the neighbors with the pool.
Pederson stated that while he admires the applicant for her rescue work, he agreed with
the comments made by Crosby in regard to the link to commercial operations. He
believed that the housing for the animals should be more than 150 feet from property
lines.
Crosby stated that he was most concerned with non -animal issues including the level of
foster dogs, and the possible amount of traffic. He stated that he would be okay with
longer term fostering of animals and explained that he was concerned with the
perception that an animal rescue shelter were being run.
Finke stated that a condition could be added which would state, no visiting the property
for fostering.
Crosby stated that he would be willing to agree with Weir, ensuring that the review occur
after one year.
Belland confirmed that the department could complete a one year review.
Crosby suggested that Buckley also provide feedback to the comments made by
neighbors which she believed to be untrue.
Siitari stated that the Council spent quite some time determining the limit of dogs and
questioned why that number was decided on if the Council continues to override that
limit. He questioned why eight dogs would need to be kept on the property, especially if
some of the dogs are not pets.
Finke confirmed that he would need the number of dogs allowed and staff would then
prepare the Resolution with the specified conditions.
Moved by Martinson, seconded by Weir, to direct staff to prepare a Resolution granting
a private kennel license, allowing up to eight dogs, with a review to occur at one year or
sooner if additional complaints, a visual barrier at the north property line to provide
screening, and to regulate commercial activities regarding the fostering of dogs. Motion
passed unanimously.
VII1. CITY ADMINISTRATOR REPORT
A. Hollydale Advisory Task Force Report
Johnson provided an update on the Hollydale Advisory Task Force and noted that the
Plymouth City Council did approve a Resolution in support of the alternative routes. He
stated that there is not an alternate route proposed for Medina in the November 2011
report.
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Crosby stated that he would be hesitant for the City to take a position at this time as the
property owners have provided utility easements and there is no alternate route
proposed at this time.
Weir suggested a strong recommendation be made that the line be buried where
impacts to existing homes may occur.
Johnson stated that the cost is three to five times higher to bury the line. He advised of
the findings of the November 2011 Task Force Report, and confirmed that the Council
could state agreement with those findings.
Moved by Martinson, seconded by Weir, to accept the Task Force Report and support
the recommendations. Motion passed unanimously.
B. Other
Johnson referenced a letter in regard to drug use in the Delano School District.
Belland further explained the letter and noted that Medina is already moving forward
through the Task Force, and has identified marijuana as an ongoing problem.
IX. MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL REPORTS
Crosby advised of a request for an advance in the rate for the City Criminal Attorney,
which will be brought forward at a future meeting. He discussed a communication which
he received regarding the possibility of building the Public Works facility on the
Hennepin County site and confirmed that the City will follow the agreement for sewer
charges for that site.
Batty confirmed that the County would have to pay approximately $41,000 for the sewer
connection charges, should the City build on that site. He advised that if the City were
not to build on that site, the County would not have to pay those fees. Crosby stated
that input had been received regarding the Highway 55 and CR 116 intersection, as well
as the funding for Watersheds. He advised of a meeting that occurred between City
staff and the Foxberry Farms developers regarding a traffic light.
Belland noted that he received notice of an upcoming meeting between the Foxberry
Farms developers and a County representative, which will take place on December 16th.
Weir discussed the German Liberal Cemetery and the possibility of offering a lower rate
to residents.
Batty confirmed that he did review that item and noted that the modified fee would be
presented with the annual review of the fee schedule.
X. APPROVAL TO PAY THE BILLS
Moved by Pederson, seconded by Weir, to approve the bills, EFT 001406E — 001426E
for $79, 747.10 and order check numbers 037643 — 037716 for $83,956.99 and payroll
EFT 503905 — 503930 for $44, 965.11. Motion passed unanimously.
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XI. ADJOURN
Moved by Weir, seconded by Pederson, to adjourn the meeting at 11:23 p.m. Motion
passed unanimously.
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ORDER CHECKS November 11, 2011 - December 1, 2011
037643 COMMERCIAL ASPHALT CO $387.99
037644 CREATIVE PRODUCT SOURCING $503.25
037645 PREMIUM WATERS INC $32.24
037646 ZAHRA SAJJAD $250.00
037647 JANE SPENDIO $250.00
037648 ACCLAIM BENEFITS LLC $111.30
037649 ACTION FLEET inc $1,073.69
037650 ALDEN POOL & MUNICIPAL $424.83
037651 ASPEN MILLS INC $36.90
037652 ASSURED SECURITY INC $471.00
037653 BANYON DATA SYSTEMS $3,416.39
037654 BRYAN ROCK PRODUCTS $2,188.83
037655 BUMPS AUTO & MARINE $200.00
037656 CARLSON BUILDING SERVICES $494.92
037657 CENTURYLINK $961.39
037658 CIRCLE V SPECIALTIES, INC. $862.12
037659 CITY OF CORCORAN $1,374.82
037660 CRETEX ONCRETE PRODUCTS $8,699.38
037661 DESIGNING NATURE, INC $1,276.03
037662 DITTER INC $1,805.98
037663 EHLERS & ASSOC INC $1,282.50
037664 EMBEDDED SYSTEMS, INC. $1,434.60
037665 EULL'S MANUFACTURING CO $231.00
037666 FOXBERRY FARMS $250.00
037667 HD SUPPLY WATERWORKS $1,336.11
037668 HENN COUNTY SHERIFF $235.71
037669 HENNEPIN TECHNICAL COLLEGE $70.00
037670 HENRYS WATERWORKS INC $420.83
037671 KEVIN HILLUKKA $150.00
037672 INTERSTATE BATTERY SYSTEM $126.11
037673 CHAOYANG JING $115.91
037674 KD & COMPANY RECYCLING INC $78.49
037675 KERN, DEWENTER & VIERE $4,800.00
037676 KENNEDY & GRAVEN CHARTERED $7,643.30
037677 LAW ENFORCEMENT LABOR $336.00
037678 LAWN KING, INC. $148.29
037679 LEAGUE OF MINNESOTA CITIES $470.00
037680 LEAGUE OF MN CITIES INS.TRUST $250.00
037681 CITY OF LONG LAKE $1,794.01
037682 LORETTO TOWING $127.54
037683 MARCO (LEASE) $510.50
037684 MARCO INC $283.48
037685 METRO WEST INSPECTION $1,917.07
037686 MINNETRISTA PUBLIC SAFETY $846.28
037687 MINUTEMAN PRESS $1,378.16
037688 MN SAFETY COUNCIL INC $490.00
037689 CITY OF MOUND $1,265.49
037690 NORTH AMERICAN SALT CO $1,743.92
037691 NORTHEAST WISC TECH COLLE $1,050.00
037692 OFFICE DEPOT $228.41
037693 OIL AIR PRODUCTS LLC $200.00
037694 ON SITE SANITATION $42.75
037695 CITY OF ORONO $1,692.27
037696 PEGS COUNTRYSIDE CATERING $54.51
037697 PERFORMANCE PETROLEUM $180.26
037698 REUTELER-BARNES, HEIDI $250.00
037699 RODRIGUEZ, CATHERINE $500.00
037700 CITY OF ROGERS $4,261.47
037701 ROLF ERICKSON ENTERPRISES $6,368.15
037702 S T SERVICES INC OF BUFFALO $240.46
037703 SNOW N LAWN $4,520.00
037704 SOUTH LAKE MTKA. POLICE $1,789.63
037705 SOUTH METRO PUBLIC SAFETY $50.00
037706 SPRINT $1,037.70
037707 STREICHER'S $582.19
037708 SUN PRESS & NEWSPAPERS $130.61
037709 TIMESAVER OFFSITE $408.75
037710 VACKER INC $276.27
037711 VALLEY NATL GASES LOC93 $121.86
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037712 VIKING INDUSTRIAL CENTER $74.68
037713 CITY OF WAYZATA $2,011.80
037714 CITY OF WAYZATA $11.00
037715 WEST HENNEPIN PUBLIC $3,225.86
037716 WESTSIDE WHOLESALE TIRE $92.00
Total Checks $83,956.99
E-CHECKS October, 28, 2011 — December 1, 2011
001406E ACCLAIM BENEFITS LLC $6,379.08
001407E PIVOTAL PAYMENTS INC $70.42
001408E HEALTHPARTNERS $28,696.40
001409E AFLAC $205.24
001410E PITNEY BOWES $112.17
001411E PAYMENT SERVICE NETWORK INC $171.90
001412E MINNESOTA, STATE OF $1,078.00
001413E PR PERA $11,778.68
001414E PR FED/FICA $11,994.82
001415E PR MN Deferred Comp $925.00
001416E PR STATE OF MINNESOTA $2,890.29
001417E CITY OF MEDINA $17.00
001418E FARMERS STATE BANK OF $20.00
001419E HARTFORD LIFE $424.30
001420E CIPHER LABORATORIES INC. $5,062.07
001421E HOSTINGMINNESOTA.COM $17.98
001422E DELTA DENTAL $2,108.62
001423E ACCLAIM BENEFITS LLC $6,258.64
001424E FARMERS STATE BANK OF $35.00
001425E ACCLAIM BENEFITS LLC $1,489.49
001426E FARMERS STATE BANK OF $12.00
Total Checks $79,747.10
PAYROLL DIRECT DEPOSIT November 11, 2011 — December 1, 2011
503905 BARNHART, ERIN A $1,465.45
503906 BELLAND, EDGAR J. $2,520.04
503907 BOECKER, KEVIN D $2,091.41
503908 CONVERSE, KEITH A. $1,884.82
503909 COONEY, DALE T. $1,182.73
503910 DINGMANN, IVAN W. $1,926.90
503911 DOMINO, CHARMANE $1,813.71
503912 FINKE, DUSTIN D $1,924.21
503913 GALLUP, JODI M. $1,340.23
503914 GLEASON, JOHN M $1,992.77
503915 GREGORY, THOMAS $1,675.80
503916 HALL, DAVID M $2,667.56
503917 JESSEN, JEREMIAH S. $2,239.55
503918 JOHNSON, SCOTT T $2,216.62
503919 KLAERS, ANNE M. $588.47
503920 KORDIAK, JEFFREY $682.48
503921 LANE, LINDA $1,319.50
503922 LEUER, GREGORY J $2,173.89
503923 MCGILL, CHRISTOPHER R. $1,685.06
503924 NELSON, JASON $1,962.95
503925 PETERSON-DUFRESNE, DEBRA A. $1,484.66
503926 PORTINEN, TERI $1,356.87
503927 REINKING, DEREK M $1,509.79
503928 SCHERER, STEVEN T $2,045.62
503929 VIEAU, CECILIA M $1,133.29
503930 VINCK, JOHN J. $2,080.73
Total Payroll Direct Deposit $44,965.11
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