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CITY OF CENTERVILLE
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
February 23, 2011
6:30 p.m.
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the City of Centerville held their regularly scheduled meeting on
February 23, 2011, at City Hall, 1880 Main Street.
PRESENT:
Mayor Wilharber
Council Member Love
Council Member Paar
Council Member Fehrenbacher
Council Member King
ABSENT:
None
STAFF:
City Administrator Dallas Larson
City Attorney Kurt Glaser
City Engineer Mark Statz
I. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Wilharber called the February 23, 2011, City Council meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.
II.PUBLIC HEARING(S)
None.
III. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Council was presented with a set agenda.
Motion by Council Member Paar, seconded by Council Member Love to approve the set agenda
as presented. All in favor. Motion carried unanimously.
IV. APPROVAL OF COUNCIL MINUTES
1.February 9, 2011 City Council Meeting Minutes
Motion by Council Member Paar seconded by Council Member Love to approve the minutes as
presented. All in favor. Motion carried unanimously.
2.February 9, 2011 City Council Work Session Meeting Minutes
Motion by Council Member Fehrenbacher, seconded by Council Member Love to approve the
minutes as presented. All in favor. Motion carried unanimously.
V. CONSENT AGENDA
1. City of Centerville February 10, 2011 through February 23, 2011 Claims
(Check #26153-26169) & (Check #26127-26152)
2. Centennial Lakes Police Department Claims through February 11, 2011 (Check #8244-8256)
3. Restated Plan Document for Nationwide 457 Deferred Compensation Plan (Updated to include
IRS Revisions for 2010)
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4. MN Dept. of Health 2011 Community Fluoridation Grant Award Contract
5. P & R’s Recommendation to Allow the Centennial Little League’s Use of Ball Fields &
Facilities @ Laurie LaMotte Memorial Park April-August, 2011
6.P & R’s Recommendation to Divert $1,500 in Budgeted Funds to P & R Alternative Programs
Rather Than YMCA Park Playdays
Council Member Love requested that Item #6 be pulled for further discussion.
Motion by Council Member Love, seconded by Council Member Paar to approve the Consent
Agenda, items 1-5. All in favor. Motion carried unanimously.
Council Member Love requested additional information regarding Parks & Rec.’s decision to utilize the
budget funds for other uses and what they may be. City Administrator stated that Parks & Rec. felt
Centerville residents would be better served with programs such as Music or Movies in the Parks, and
the 8K Walk/Run rather than the YMCA Park Playdays.
Motion by Council Member Fehrenbacher, seconded by Council Member Paar to approve Park &
Rec.’s recommendation to reallocate $1,500 from the budgeted YMCA Park Playdays line item to
allow its usage for Centerville specific programs such as Music or Movies in the Parks and the 8K
Walk/Run. All in favor. Motion carried unanimously.
VI. AWARDS/PRESENTATIONS/APPEARANCES
1.Mr. George Eilertson, Northland Securities - Finance Plan Summary for Refunding General
Obligation Bond, Series 2011.
Mr. Eilertson introduced himself and reviewed with Council the presented plan.
City Administrator Larson stated that upon staff’s request, Mr. Eilertson has informed them of the
opportunity to decrease current interest rates from approximately 4% to 2% on (2) two existing bonds
(2004 & 2007 Bonds) and that the City could potentially save about $200,000 by taking the proposed
steps.
NEW BUSINESS
Mr. Eilertson stated that if Council chose to approve the presented plan, favorable motions would need
to take place for approving the Financial Advisor Agreement with Northland Securities allowing them to
conduct this transaction on behalf of the City and Res. #11-005 – Providing for the issuance and sale of
$2,755,000 General Obligation Improvement Refunding Bonds, Series 2011. Mr. Eilertson explained
that the proposed interest rates could decrease or increase slightly by the time bids are in and he would
return to Council on March 23, 2011 with those numbers and additional documentation for Council’s
consideration. Several Council Members stated that they were comfortable with Mr. Eilertson and
Staff’s judgment regarding this transaction.
1.Approval of Northland Securities’ Financial Advisor Agreement.
Motion by Council Member Paar, seconded by Council Member Fehrenbacher to approve the
City entering into the presented Financial Advisor Agreement with Northland Securities. All in
favor. Motion carried unanimously.
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1.(a) Resolution #11-005 – Issuance and Sale of $2,755,000 General Obligation Refunding Bond,
Series 2011.
Approve Res. #11-005 – Issuance and Sale of $2,755,000 General Obligation Refunding Bond,
Series 2011. Motion by Council Member Paar, seconded by Council Member King. All in favor.
Motion carried unanimously.
Mayor Wilharber questioned an audience member as to the item they desired to speak in regards. Mr.
Paul Montain, owner of the Trio Inn, stated that he desired to speak in regards to the Proposed Liquor
Ordinance amendment.
NEW BUSINESS
3. Proposed Amendment to Chapter 111 (Liquor) ~ Distance from Schools & Churches –
Reduction to 300 rather than 500 feet.
Mr. Montain made the Council aware of a church that is operating in the building across the street from
Kelly’s Korner and the Trio Inn.
City Attorney Glaser stated that there does appear to be a church that is operating out of the building and
that needs to be taken into consideration; however, it needs to be Council’s discretion on whether or not
to amend the Code.
Lengthy discussion was had regarding modifying the Code to allow for future considerations, i.e.
(downtown redevelopment, future growth, etc.). City Attorney Glaser stated that previously Council’s
discretion was to place the existing requirements in the Code; however, the current Council may modify
that language at any time and a future Council may desire to modify what you have established.
Motion by Council Member Paar, seconded by Council Member Fehrenbacher to
amend City Code, Chapter 111 to decrease the requred setback from a school to 300 feet and
remove the references to church. All in favor. Motion carried unanimously.
VII. OLD BUSINESS
1.Parks & Recreation Committee’s Recommendation to Dedicate Dead Broke Saddle Club’s
Charitable Donation Funds ($2,500) to the Construction of a Sand Volleyball Court at Laurie
LaMotte Memorial Park ~ Previously Tabled by Council for additional information.
Mayor Wilharber stated that Council was presented with background documentation from the Parks &
Recreation Committee, Public Works and City staff regarding the desire and cost estimates to construct
two (2) sand volleyball courts at Laurie LaMotte Memorial Park. Council discussion ensued regarding
the process for proposed projects and funding prior to receiving donations and the intent of the
donations. City Administrator Larson stated that the Committee submitted a request to Dead Broke
Saddle Club for a donation of $10,000 to entirely fund one volleyball court. However, the donation of
Dead Broke was $2,500, leaving a significant shortfall on the project. Council felt that the project
potentially could not be completely funded with donations and the Committee would request additional
funds from the City for the completion of the project. City Administrator Larson stated that Council
could place language in their motion setting aside the funds until such time all outside sources have
funded the project with a deadline date and returning to Council and Dead Broke for alternative usage of
the donation if sufficient funds are not raised. Council concurred with this suggestion.
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Motion by Council Member Paar, seconded by Council Member King to reserve Dead Broke
Saddle Club’s donation of $2,500 for the construction of sand volleyball court(s); however,
if Parks & Rec. is unable to raise sufficient funds to complete the construction by 12/31/2013, the
Committee will return to Council and Dead Broke for alternative projects. All in favor. Motion
carried unanimously.
2. Amended Language Chapter 90 ~ Beekeeping.
Mayor Wilharber questioned whether additional discussion was needed regarding this item and
consensus was that Council was satisfied with the presented language.
Motion by Council Member Fehrenbacher, seconded by Council Member Paar to approve the
amended language for Chapter 90 relating to beekeeping as recommended by the Planning &
Zoning Commission.
City Attorney Glaser recommended the amended language should be as on page 62 and 63 of the packet
for clarification purposes.
Council Member Fehrenbacher accepted the friendly amendment to the motion on the floor ~ that
Council adopt the ordinance amending City Code Chapter 90, as presented on Pages 62 & 63 of
Council’s packet and allowing the presented Summary for publication to be published. All in
favor. Motion carried unanimously.
3. Council Pay Reduction.
Mayor Wilharber stated that upon his request this item was again placed on Council’s agenda for
discussion. Lengthy discussion was had as to differing ideas of Council pay reductions i.e. 10% for a
year, no pay for a month, etc. Lengthy discussion was also had regarding the best options for that
savings i.e. laptops/ipads for Council, decreasing City debt, etc. Consensus was that members did not
desire to decrease the current pay for Mayor or Council Members for an extended period of time with
the potential to hinder individuals in the future from running for office for monetary constrains placed
on families that require daycare or missing other work to allow for serving their community.
Motion by Mayor Wilharber, seconded by Council Member Paar to reduce Council pay by 10%
and designate those monies for the purchase of laptops/ipads for Council.
Additional discussion ensued and it was felt that additional information needed to be brought back to
Council prior to making a decision.
Mayor Wilharber withdrew his motion on the floor and requested that the item be placed on the
March 9, 2011 Council agenda for cosideration.
VIII.NEW BUSINESS
1.Approval of Northland Securities’ Financial Advisor Agreement.
Previously discussed.
1.(a) Resolution #11-XX – Issuance and Sale of $2,755,000 General Obligation Refunding Bond,
Series 2011.
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Previously discussed.
2. 2011 Fete des Lacs Parade Funding.
City Administrator Larsonstated that one of Council’s goals for 2011 was the City Celebration, parade
and fireworks. Council Member Paar stated that he and Ms. Mary Capra both have been approached by
individuals desiring to participate in the City’s parade and would like to reserve the date on their
calendars. Council Member Paar stated that planning, organization and funding are the keys to making
the annual Fete des Lacs celebration successful, but it is critical that City financial support is in place
before beginning that work. City Administrator Larson stated that $5,500 was budgeted for this year.
Council Member Fehrenbacher volunteered his time to this event and Mayor Wilharber stated that the
Lions will be meeting in the next few weeks to commence their organization of the street dance and ball
tournament.
Motion by Mayor Wilharber, seconded by Council Member Paar to approve the budgeted $5,500
to support the 2011 Fete des Lacs parade and fireworks. All in favor. Council Member King
opposed. Motion carried.
3. Proposed Amendment to Chapter 111 (Liquor) ~ Distance from Schools & Churches –
Reduction to 300 rather than 500 feet.
Previously discussed.
4.Ratification of Centennial Lakes Police Governing Board Appointment of Mr. Jim Coan, Police
Chief/Emergency Management Director.
Both Mayor Wilharber and Council Member Fehrenbacher gave brief update on this item.
Council Member Fehrenbacher stated that the Governing Board interviewed three candidates and
Mr. Coan was the offered the position and he has accepted. Council Member Fehrenbacher
stated that Mr. Coan has family in the area and desires to move to this area.
City Administrator Larson stated that Mr. Coan has accepted the offer pending member cities’
approval and that Circle Pines and Lexington Council’s have passed the same motion that is
before the Council this evening.
Motion by Council Member Fehrenbacher, seconded by Council Member Paar to ratify Mr. Jim
Coan’s appointment as Police Chief/Emergency Management Director of the Centennial Lakes
Police Department.
Council Member King desired to have additional information provided on the candidate than what was
in the packet and felt that he could not vote on the matter.
All in favor, except King who opposed Motion carried.
City Administrator Larson stated that once Mr. Coan is on the job, visits will be made to member cities
for introduction.
5.Forest Lake Contracting Final Pay Request (Peltier Lake Drive Street & Utility Improvements) ~
Tabled.
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6.Forest Lake Contracting Final Pay Request (2009 Street Improvement Project) ~ Tabled.
City Attorney Glaser updated Council on the status of these two items stating that additional time was
needed to consider negotiation/settlement options.
X. ANNOUNCEMENTS/UPDATES
1.City Administrator, Mr. Dallas Larson
City Administrator Larson reported that the City had received $12,156.91 from the North Metro
Television Commission from Comcast for Centerville’s portion of the 2010 Franchise Fees dollars
utilized for cablecasting equipment in Council Chambers and the closet off of Chambers. City
Administrator Larson stated that a Council Member had suggested that Council’s pictures be placed on
the City web site and questioned how members felt about this idea stated that all needed to agree or this
suggestion would not happen. Consensus was to have their pictures taken at the next meeting and to
place them on the City’s web site. City Administrator Larson stated that two Council members had
completed the Land Use on-line seminar and if any others needed assistance to let him know.
2.Mayor Wilharber
Mayor Wilharber stated that area Mayors were invited to Living Waters Church recently to discuss
avenues to provide social services to the communities. Also, Mayor Wilharber stated that area Mayors
met with Centennial School District Superintendant Dr. Paul Stremick regarding attendance and funding
of the school district.
XI. ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Council Member Paar, seconded by Council Member Fehrenbacher to adjourn the
February 23, 2011, City Council Meeting at 8:20 p.m. All in favor. Motion carried unanimously.
Transcribed by: City Clerk, Teresa Bender
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