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CITY OF CENTERVILLE
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
April 22, 2015
6:30 p.m.
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the City of Centerville held their regularly scheduled
meeting of April 22, 2015 at City Hall, 1880 Main Street.
PRESENT:
Mayor Tom Wilharber
Council Member Jeff Paar (Left @ 7:43 p.m.)
Council Member D. Love
Council Member Ben Fehrenbacher (Arrived @ 6:20 p.m.)
ABSENT:
Council Member King
STAFF:
City Administrator Mike Ericson
Legal Counsel Kurt Glaser
Sergeant Pat Aldrich, Centennial Lakes Police Department (Arrived @ 7:06 p.m.)
Planning & Zoning Commissioner Russ Koski
Mayor Wilharber opened the Board of Review & Equalization meeting at 6:15 p.m.
Mr. Ken Tolzmann introduced himself to Council and provided them with a brief overview of
statistics regarding sales, values and pertinent information involving values of homes for the
community along with avenues for residents to appeal their market values. Mr. Tolzmann stated
that the commercial market remains flat and no changes were made to land values in this
category, whereas, residential values for the most part increased by 3.8%. Mr. Tolzmann stated
that preliminary indications are that the market for real estate is coming back with fewer bank
owned properties for sale within the community with numbers for last year being 18 to this year
being 8.
Mr. Tolzmann stated that he has received several inquiries and one appraisal regarding a 19 acre
parcel. Mr. Tolzmann stated that no one signed up to be heard this evening and that he is
available to discuss issues that residents at any time if they contact him.
Mayor Wilharber thanked Mr. Tolzmann for his review and Mr. Tolzmann thanked Council for
the opportunity to provide his services to them.
Mayor Wilharber offered an opportunity to the public to address the Board, however, those in
attendance desired not to speak on the issue. Mayor Wilharber closed the Board of Review &
Equalization meeting at 6:22 p.m.
I. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Wilharber called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.
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II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
III. APPOINTMENTS/PRESENTATION
1.Mr. Kevin Knopik, ABDO, Eick & Meyers, Presentation of the 2014 Audit
Mr. Knopik introduced himself to Council and stated that he has been the City’s lead auditor for
five (5) years and would be presenting them with an overview of the City’s 2014 financials. Mr.
Knopik stated that Abdo, Eick & Meyers, LLP had an unmodified opinion, encountered no
issues and their opinion is the same in previous years (proper segregation of duties, internal
controls, and levels of funding are satisfactory). Mr. Knopik stated that two (2) items were
concerning; an agreement for assessments associated with a joint project between the City of
Lino Lakes and the City of Centerville/private property owner; however, an agreement is on file
for those assessments and completion of the project did not allow for the terms of the agreement
to commence (the agreement did not obtain Council approval) and a public purpose purchase of
a retirement gift which was reimbursed in early 2015.
Mr. Knopik stated that the City’s assets exceed liabilities by $21,944,747 and of that $4,826,082
may be used to meet the City’s ongoing obligations. Mr. Knopik also stated that the City’s
General Fund balance increased $60,417 from 2013, its balance of $1,319,013 is 64.5 percent
and exceeds the requirements of 40-50% of the 2015 budgeted expenditures, stated that property
taxes are 71.8% of the total fund revenue while public safety services are 54.7% of the
expenditures, stated that ongoing evaluation of project will assist in determining whether to close
funds or if additional funding sources are needed for deficits, reviewed debt services funds;
enterprise funds (water, sewer, and storm water).
Mr. Knopik stated that the City is fairly consistent with being below peer groups (communities
similar in population and size) similar to in years past. He also stated that new reporting would
be required for the upcoming year (GASB 68 and GASB 71) but he would work with staff to
complete these additional requirements in a timely and efficient manner similar to all reported.
Administrator Ericson stated that he is very comfortable working with ABDO, Eick & Meyers
and believes they deliver a very good product. Administrator Ericson also stated that he is
confident with staff’s abilities and thanked Ms. Paulseth and Ms. Sweeney for their dedicated
service.
Mayor Wilharber thanked ABDO, Eick & Meyers for their years of service to the City and stated
that the City will be receiving their services for the next two years as per their approved contract.
Mr. Knopik also thanked the City for the opportunity to provide audit services.
2. Sergeant Pat Aldrich, Centennial Lakes Police Department Presentation of 2014 Annual
Report
Sergeant Aldrich introduced himself to Council and stated that in 2014 Detective Carlson was
promoted to Sergeant and Patrol Officer Jacobson was promoted to Detective with Patrol Officer
Stepan declining promotion. Sergeant Aldrich provided Council with a brief review of the 2014
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Annual Report. He stated that Class 1 crimes (homicide, rape, robbery, aggravated assault,
burglary, larceny/theft, motor vehicle theft and arsons) increased slightly with Class II crimes
(simple assault, disorderly conduct, drugs/narcotics, DUI, embezzlement, family/children,
forgery/counterfeiting, fraud, gambling, liquor law violations, prostitution, sex offenses,
buy/receive/possess stolen property, vandalism/damage to property, weapons violations, and
other Class II offenses decreased slightly. Sergeant Aldrich also stated that juvenile offenses
have decreased over the past few years including curfew violations. He also reviewed statistics
regarding traffic stops, warnings versus tickets and etc.
Wilharber thanked Sergeant Aldrich for his presentation.
IV. PUBLIC INPUT/HEARING
1.None.
V. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Mayor Wilharber added Check #29407-29414 to Item #1 under Consent Agenda and Res. #15-
0XX – Authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to Affix Their Signatures upon The Approved Plat
(Mylar) for the Center Villa Second Addition for Recording with the Anoka County Recorders
Office and Anoka County Radio Club Request for Special Event Permit for Use of Laurie
LaMotte Park, June 26-28, 2015 under New Business, Items #7 and 8.
Motion by Council Member Love, seconded by Council Member Fehrenbacher to approve
the Agenda with the above stated amendments. All in favor. Motion passed.
VI. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. April 8, 2015 City Council Meeting Minutes
Mayor Wilharber provided Council Members with an opportunity to amend the presented
minutes.
Motion by Council Member Fehrenbacher, seconded by Council Member Paar, to approve
the minutes of the April 8, 2015 City Council Meeting as presented. All in favor. Motion
passed.
VII. CONSENT AGENDA
1.City of Centerville April 9, 2015 through April 22, 2015 Claims (Check #29398-29406)
w/Voided Check #29275 & (Check #29407-29414)
2.Centennial Lakes Police Department Claims through April 10, 2015 (Check #10334-
10348)
Mayor Wilharber provided Council Members an opportunity to pull items from the Consent
Agenda for additional discussion.
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Motion by Council Member Fehrenbacher, seconded by Council Member Love to approve
Consent Agenda as presented. All in favor. Motion passed.
Council Member Paar requested that New Business, Item #8 be discussed at this time due to his
need to leave early. Council concurred.
Council Member Paar stated that the Anoka County Radio Club has submitted a Request for
Special Event Permit – Field Day Exercise for June 26-28, 2015 for use of the Laurie LaMotte
Memorial Park Parking Lot. Council Member Paar stated that this is an annual event of the club
to practice their skills and is held at different locations throughout the County. Council Member
Paar stated that this would be a 24 hour exercise and they would utilize battery power during
evening hours.
Council Member Paar stated that the Club desired expedition of their request due to scheduling
with other groups. Council Member Paar explained that the Parks & Recreation Committee
would be receiving the Special Event Permit Application along with the Police and Fire
Departments.
Motion by Council Member Paar, seconded by Council Member Love to approve the
Anoka County Radio Club Request for Special Event Permit – Field Day Exercise, June
26-28, 2015 (24 hr. operations), LaMotte Park Parking Lot as presented subject to
Centennial Police & Fire approval.
Discussion ensued regarding waiving the park usage fee for this request, but requiring the $100
deposit which would be refundable upon successful cleanup/inspection of the park area of usage.
Council Members Paar and Love accepted a friendly amendment to the motion including
waiving of the park usage fee but collecting the a deposit of $100 and if the park received a
successful inspection following their usage it would be returned to them. All in favor.
Motion carried.
VIII. OLD BUSINESS
1. None.
IX. NEW BUSINESS
1.Lou Suski, Gaughan Companies
a. Purchase Agreement for Lot @ 7212 Mill Road
Mr. Lou Suski introduced himself and stated that he would like to present Council with a
purchase agreement in the amount of $45,000 from Boulder Contracting. Ms. Suski
stated that several months ago Council agreed to reduce the original listing price of
$65,000 to $50,000. Mr. Suski stated that the purchaser desires to close on or about May
29, 2015, however, the purchaser has requested “Seller warrants that the lot is buildable
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without extra ordinary costs”. Attorney Glaser stated that if Council desired that
language could be striken, initialed and the agreement returned to them for their
consideration.
Mr. Suski stated that he had received an additional inquiry, informed them of the offer
and its presentation to Council but no additional contact has been received from this
individual.
Council Member Love questioned whether the offer was a fair offer and Mr. Suski felt
that it was.
Motion by Council Member Love, seconded by Council Member Paar to approve the
submitted purchase agreement for 7212 Mill Road in the amount of $45,000, staff would
strick the language “Seller warrants that the lot is buildable without extra ordinary costs”,
initial it and forward it back to Boulder Contracting. All in favor. Motion carried.
b. Update ~ 1691/1695 Main Street Properties
Mr. Suski updated Council on the status of 1691/1695 Main Street by stating that Council
had approved an extension until May 31, 2015 and hopefully the proposed buyers will
have an agreement with the abutting property owners for purchasing their property by
then.
Administrator Ericson stated that he recently met with representatives from Schwieters
Companies, Inc. and made site visits to property within the city.
Mr. Suski stated that he has not received additional inquiries regarding other properties
available.
Mayor Wilharber reported that Alex’s Lawn and Turf has been making significant
improvements to the City’s old Public Works site.
2.Approval of Annual Audit - 2014
Item was discussed previously.
Motion by Council Member Paar, seconded by Council Member Love to approve the 2014
Audit as presented.
Council Member Love stated that the City’s cost of providing public safety (fire/police) is higher
than peer groups. Mayor Wilharber reported that the community is very well policed and a safe
community.
All in favor. Motion carried.
3. Discussion on Marketing City Properties & Economic Development Authority
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Administrator Ericson stated that economic development is a high priority of Council’s and he
desired to provide Council with an opportunity to participate in a unique offering by a
representative from Ehlers and she is with us this evening to discuss services that she would like
to provide Centerville with assisting in economic growth. Administrator Ericson introduced Ms.
Stacie Kvilvang.
Ms. Kvilvang introduced herself to Council by stating that many similar municipalities have
utilized her services and hosted round-tables which are full day or half day type meetings that
bring together developers and brokers. Ms. Kvilvang stated that this assists in discussions for
development, interest, and availability of property. Ms. Kvilvang also stated that most of the
services that she provides are free or at minimal cost and she has worked with Administrator
Ericson in the past.
Motion by Council Member Paar, seconded by Council Member Love to work with Ms.
Kvilvang, Ehlers and staff regarding economic development. All in favor. Motion carried.
4. Discussion on Six (6) Month Review of City Administrator
Discussion ensued that a work session should be held following the next regularly scheduled
Council meeting to discuss this item.
Motion by Council Member Love, seconded by Council Member Fehrenbacher to table this
item. All in favor. Motion carried.
5. Res. #15-0XX – A Resolution Authorizing Warranty Deed Conveying Parcel(s) 1, 2, 3,
12A, 12B, 12C and a Permanent Easement for Drainage, Utility, Sloping, Snow Storage
and Storm Sewer Purposes Over, Under and Across Parcel(s) 12PE-1, 12PE-2 and 12PE-
3, Anoka County Highway Right-of-Way, Plat No 89, According to the Map or Plat
Thereof on File and of Record in the Office of the Anoka County Recorder and Registrar
of Titles
Legal Counsel Glaser stated that the County need to the City to provide temporary and
permanent easements associated with the CSAH21/Centerville Road project and the presented
documents provide that.
Mayor Wilharber stated that the project is commencing nicely.
Motion by Council Member Fehrenbacher, seconded by Council Member Love to Adopt
Res. #15-016 as presented. All in favor. Motion carried.
6. Consideration of Approving Minnesota Department of Health Clean Water Fund – Seal
Wells on Private Property within City’s DWSMA (Royal Meadows Subdivision) ~ 16
Wells with a Total of 20 to Complete
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Administrator Ericson stated that the City has been successful in obtaining a $10,000 grant
similar to last years which allow the sealing of 16 wells within the Wellhead Protection Area and
would like to continue sealing the wells in this area. Administrator Ericson stated that staff is
requesting authorization to accept the grant funding by authorizing the Mayor signature on the
presented documents.
Motion by Council Member Love, seconded by Council Member Fehrenbacher to approve
the Minnesota Department of Health Clean Water Fund and authorize the Mayor to sign
the document. All in favor. Motion carried.
7. Res. #15-017 – Authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to Affix Their Signatures upon the
Approved Plat (Mylar) for the Center Villa Second Addition for Recording with the
Anoka County Recorder’s Office
Legal Counsel Glaser stated that the County Recorder’s Office requires official action of the
Council to record documents ensuring that the documents have received proper approval by the
respective governing body.
Motion by Council Member Fehrenbacher, seconded by Council Member Love to Adopt
Res. #15-017 – Authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to Affix Their Signatures upon the
Approved Plat (Mylar) for the Center Villa Second Addition for Recording with the Anoka
County Recorder’s Office as presented. All in favor. Motion carried.
8. Anoka County Radio Club Request for Special Event Permit – Field Day Exercise, June
26-28, 2015 (24 hr. operations), LaMotte Park Parking Lot)
This item was discussed out of order due to Council Members Paar’s anticipated absence.
XI. COUNCIL & ADMINISTRATION ANNOUNCEMENTS
1. Administrator Report
Administrator Ericson apologized for his lateness and stated that he had attended the annual
Centennial Fire District Awards Ceremony and Centerville Lions’ Cadillac Dinner this weekend.
Administrator Ericson stated that both events showed the residents of Centerville and
surrounding communities that we have great personnel that provide essential roles/services
within the area. Administrator Ericson stated that the Lions presented the Parks & Recreation
Committee with a $500 donation and he expressed the Committee’s gratitude.
2. Council & Staff Reports
Council Member Fehrenbacher stated that he had attended a recent water meeting in Hugo and
was very impressed with the attendance of representatives from the MN Department of Natural
Resources, affected community leaders, state and local representatives and felt that it was an
informative meeting. Legal Counsel Glaser stated that there are numerous bills/legislation
making its way through the house and senate and it will be interesting to watch what happens
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and the activeness of local leaders requesting that things be stalled until research is completed
rather than attempting to fix a problem that may not exist or be effective.
Council Member Love reported that the Centennial Fire District Steering Committee was
cancelled due to lack of quorum. Council Member Love questioned staff regarding the sale of
the property along Main Street (7261 Main Street) and status of the purchase agreement. Legal
Counsel Glaser stated that Mr. Magdik has been contacted, has paid all appropriate fees to this
point and the property is slated to be closed on June 14, 2015 barring any unforeseen issues.
Mayor Wilharber gave a brief update on the Centerville Road project stating that utility poles
had recently been relocated, storm sewer/culvert replacement had been completed and barring
any severe weather the project should continue without delay. Both the Mayor of Circle Pines
and Commissioner Sivarajah attended the Centerville Lions’ Cadillac Dinner and he thanked
them for their attendance.
X. ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Council Member Fehrenbacher, seconded by Council Member Love to Adjourn
the Regularly Scheduled Council Meeting of April 22, 2015 at 7:52 p.m. All in favor.
Motion passed.
Transcribed by City Staff Member Teresa Bender, City Clerk
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