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CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION
& COUNCIL MEETING
April 10, 2019
5:30 p.m.
CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the City of Centerville held a scheduled City Council
Work Session on April 10, 2019 at City Hall, 1880 Main Street.
PRESENT: Mayor Jeff Paar
Council Member D. Love
Council Member Russ Koski (1,
Council Member Michelle Lakso it
Council Member Matt Montain
ABSENT: None.
STAFF: City Administrator Mark Statz
COUNCIL
I. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Paar called the meeting to order at 6:32 p.m.
II. ITEMS OF DISCUSSION
1. Fire District Succession Planning
Administrator Statz provided Council with numerous reports and statistics regarding calls,
personnel levels, salaries, etc. surrounding the retirement of Assistant Chief Bruder. The
Council also discussed daytime response rates. Administrator Statz stated that the goal of the
Fire Steering Committee is to narrow down options so the initial budget discussions can include
expenditures accordingly and implementation can easily be obtained by the first quarter of 2020.
Council provided input and Administrator Statz stated that he would forward the information to
the Steering Committee.
2. Rebranding Discussion
Administrator Statz provided Council with a Brand Summary Document for rebranding and
complied input from the Council prior to hiring a graphic artist to develop several concepts for
the City's new logo.
Administrator Statz would continue to work with the information provided by Council.
III. ADJOURNMENT
City of Centerville
Council Meeting Minutes
April 10,2019
CITY COUNCIL
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the City of Centerville held a regularly scheduled City
Council meeting on April 10, 2019 at City Hall, 1880 Main Street.
PRESENT: Mayor Jeff Paar
Council Member D. Love
Council Member Russ Koski t (1
Council Member Michelle Lakso
Council Member Matt Montain
ABSENT: None.
STAFF: City Administrator Mark Statz
City Attorney Kurt Glaser
COUNCIL
I. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Paar called the meeting to order at 6:32 p.m.
IL PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
III. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Mayor Paar provided an opportunity for others to add or delete any items.
Motion by Council Member Koski, seconded by Council Member Love to Approve the
Agenda as Presented. All in favor. Motion carried.
L APPOINTMENTS/PRESENTATIONS
1. Chief Coan—Unable to Appear
2. State of the City
Mayor Paar reviewed the presentation with Council stating that the City is in great shape
with many things to be proud of. He thanked staff, Council and the
Committees/Commissions for their hard work in making Centerville the place that it is.
He spoke about new development both commercial and residential, economic
development, rebranding, potential grants assisting in the downtown redevelopment,
parks and recreation programs and building on them, the Centennial Fire District,
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Centennial Police Department, social media strides and the City's reduction in levy of
1.7% for 2019.
II. PUBLIC HEARING
1. None.
III. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES
1. March 27, 2019 Joint Work Session & City Council Meeting Minutes
Mayor Paar provided Council Members with an opportunity for modifications.
Council Member Lakso stated that she would like language added regarding the necessity of a
Part II needing completion of the Wellhead Protection Plan for 2020, she felt that the language
contained on Page 5 of 8 regarding an Adhoc Committee could be explained slightly better and
that a correction to the fact that she and the Cub Scout pack had worked with both the Police and
Fire on the project.
Motion by Council Member Lakso, seconded by Council Member Montain to Approve the
March 27, 2019 City Council Meeting Minutes as Presented. All in favor. Motion carried.
Council Member Montain stated that Council had received a Dropbox link for the Closed
Executive Session on March 27, 2019.
Motion by Council Member Montain, seconded by Council Member Love to Approve the
March 27, 2019 City Council Closed Executive Session Meeting Minutes as Presented. All
in favor. Motion carried.
VIL CONSENT AGENDA
1. City of Centerville March 27, 2019 through April 10, 2019 Claims (Checks
#32545-32577 W/Voided Check#31320, 31382, 32031, 32429 & E-Check
#1325E-1329E)
2. Centennial Lakes Police Claims through April 1, 2019 (Checks #12541-
12555) W/Voided Check#12343
3. Centennial Fire District Claims through April 1, 2019 (Checks #12541-12555)
W/Voided Check#12343
4. Soil Boring Proposals for Block 7
5. Survey For Commerce Drive Property
Mayor Paar provided an opportunity for Council to add or remove any item(s) to the consent
agenda.
Motion by Council Member Koski, seconded by Council Member Montain to Approve the
Consent Agenda as presented. All in favor. Motion carried.
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IV. OLD BUSINESS
1. None.
IX. NEW BUSINESS
1. Downtown Block 7 Redevelopment—P & Z/EDA Recommendation on Developer
Administrator Statz stated that the Planning & Zoning Commission along with the Economic
Development Authority (EDA) met and heard two presentations from developers interested in
constructing an apartment building on Block 7 property which is owned by the City. He reported
that both developers were qualified and the Commission elected to recommend to Council going
forward with Trident Development. He stated that Staff desired to continue discussions with
them regarding a purchase agreement, developer's agreement, rezoning and a TIF District.
City Attorney Glaser stated that the next step would be that negotiations commence for the
purchase of the property which would include possible concessions on the City's part,
determining whether the City received TIF financing, soil borings assisting in determining
whether an underground parking garage is feasible and zoning for the required PUD. He stated
that dependent upon the developer's timeframe for construction, zoning and the other items need
to be taken care of as soon as possible. He stated that a "kick-off' meeting was scheduled for
Monday.
Discussion ensued regarding the necessity of an open house and stakeholder open house,
potential for Tax Increment Financing, aging TIF district that was decertified and concerns for if
things do not work out with this developer would the other remain interested in the site.
Council Member Montain stated that he will not be at Council's next meeting. Mayor Paar
stated that his concerns could be brought forward at the meeting if he forwarded them to
Administrator Statz or there could be a work session/item being placed on an agenda at a later
date. Mark stated that the question may be is what is the role of the EDA in the TIF district and
the development.
Motion by Council Member Koski, seconded by Council Member Love Commence a
Preliminary Agreement with Trident Development, LLC for the Redevelopment of Block 7.
All in favor. Motion carried.
2. Commerce Drive Area Planning and Zoning Recommendation
a. Findings of Fact Per Stantec Memorandum
b. Ord. #95, Second Series —Rezoning of Properties Along 20th Avenue from B-
1 (Commercial) to 1-1 (Industrial):
(R24-31-22-23-0018 (7030 —20'h Avenue); R24-31-22-23-0017 (2065 Commerce
Drive); R24-31-22-23-0016 (7047 — 21" Avenue); R24-31-22-23-0020 (Remnant
of 7047 — 21" Avenue South of Commerce Drive); R24-31-22-23-0019 (City
Owned Parcel South of Commerce Drive); and R24-31-22-32-0003 (Potion of
Parcel South of City Pond Parcel)
C. Ord. #96, Second Series —City Code Amendment—Table 156-A.1
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d. Res. #19-OXX—Comprehensive Plan Amendment
Administrator Statz stated that the Commission discussed numerous aspects of rezoning 2021
Commerce Drive, the desires of Midwest Best Water for the ability to lease space and the
consideration of other businesses' uses that are a better fit for the Industrial District. He stated
that the Commission recommended approval of the Findings of Fact per Stantec's memorandum
dated April 2, 2019 subject to the Metropolitan Council's approval of the City's 2040
Comprehensive Plan as they have cease taking amendments for consideration of the 2030 Plan.
Administrator Statz stated that Items #b & c would need two readings before approval and that
they would appear on Council's next agenda.
Lengthy discussion ensued regarding ability for rezoning in the future if needed, Midwest Best
Water's primary business of assembly of water dispensing equipment, larger opportunities for
tenants of Midwest Best Water and a small amount of retail to be allowed in the Industrial
District.
Motion by Council Member Montain, seconded by Council Member Love to Approve
Stantec's Findings of Fact and Res. #19-OXX — Comprehensive Plan Amendment as
Presented.
Administrator Statz stated that the motion should be contingent upon the Metropolitan Council's
Approval of the City's 2040 Comprehensive Plan.
Council Member Montain accepted the Friendly amendment alone with Council Member
Love. All in favor. Motion carried.
3. Small Cell Tower Policy
City Attorney Glaser stated that the League of MN Cities notified all cities that a deadline
instituted by the FCC to adopt a policy regarding esthetics for small cell towers and their
construction. The League of MN Cities provided some sample policies and the City of
Centerville utilized the City of Windom's with making slight modifications. City Attorney
Glaser stated that most of the 5G equipment that would be installed in Centerville would be
located with existing wireless equipment on top of the watertower as Centerville is extremely
flat. He also stated that the draft City Code for 5G services/equipment will be on the next
Planning and Zoning Commission agenda for consideration. He reassured Council that this was
a policy and the ordinance would be regarding licensing and other items.
Motion by Council Member Koski, seconded by Council Member Lakso to Adopt the
Small Cell Tower Policy as Presented. All in favor. Motion carried.
X. COUNCIL/ADMINISTRATOR ANNOUNCEMENTS
1. Administrator/Engineer Report
Administrator Statz stated that his report was in the packet and he would be happy to answer any
questions that Council had.
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Administrator Statz stated that he attended a meeting with the Department of Health earlier in the
day regarding Part II of the Wellhead Protection Plan. He also reported that he and City
Attorney Glaser would be meeting with the DuFault's, 7045 Centerville Road and several well
drillers shortly to attempt to understand the intricacies of well maintenance, fees, etc. which
would assist with language for City Code 91, related to required connections.
Council Member Lakso stated that she attended the recent P & R Committee meeting and
reported that they currently are seeking two (2) members, that two names have been submitted
for the name of the waterski show, food truck, etc. event on Thursday evenings and that City
Administrator Statz will occasionally be able to not attend meetings due to his schedule.
Council Member Love stated that he attended a Joint EDA/P & Z meeting and would be
attending the EDA meeting next week. He also stated that he attended the recent Centennial
Lakes Police Steering Committee meeting where they awarded lifesaver awards and discussed
the body camera audit.
Council Koski stated that he also attended the Joint EDA/P & Z meeting where good discussion
was had regarding the items on the agenda. He stated that Commissioner Ganzel had submitted
her resignation and he thanked her for her dedicated time to the Commission and stated that she
would be missed. He stated that he would be attending the next Fire Steering meeting and
welcomed Mrs. Katie Hogan to the City as its Part-Time Receptionist/Office Technician.
Administrator Statz stated that there was a vacancy on the P & Z Commission with Ms. Ganzel's
resignation, that the City has received one application and if anyone was interested to complete
an application and submit it to City Hall.
Council Member Montain stated that he would be missing the next Council meeting and
reminded staff that work on the 2020 budget should be commencing shortly as there was only
eight (8) meetings before the budget was due.
Mayor Paar stated that he met with the Ad Hoc Branding Committee (Nick Twohy, City
Administrator Mark Statz, Jim Weatherhead) recently where they discussed a new logo, tag line,
etc. associated with the rebranding of the City. He reported that he and Trevor from North Metro
completed another Mayors Minutes segment. He attended the Centennial Lakes Police
Governing Board meeting where four (4) officers received lifesaver awards with one receiving
his ninth. He stated that the body camera audit was discussed also.
Mayor Paar addressed the audience looking for individuals that work from home to become
volunteer firefighters and stated that any individual interested could contact the Centennial Fire
District.
Mayor Paar also echoed gratitude for Mrs. Ganzel's participation in the Planning & Zoning
Commission and wished her well. He also welcomed Mrs. Katie Hogan.
Mayor Paar stated that he had received an email of a newspaper clipping about the City of
Centerville from 1976 from City Clerk Bender. Administrator Statz reported that Mr. Hal Liebel
dropped it off at city hall as he felt that it was pertinent to the City's history. Mayor Paar stated
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that he was aware that Council Montain was working with the City of Lino Lakes on a
collaborative effort regarding history.
Mayor Paar reported that Mr. Andy Cardinal passed away last week who was 92 years old. He
also reported that he had been the City's Grand Marshal for the Fete des Lacs parade. He stated
that the Cardinal family has played a large part in the history of Centerville and that the City's
prayers are with the family during this difficult time.
XI. ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Council Member Montain, seconded by Council Member Koski to Adiourn the
Council Meeting of April 10, 2019 at 7:38 p.m. All in favor. Motion carried.
Respectfully submitted by City Clerk, Teresa Bender.
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