HomeMy WebLinkAbout2007-11-14 CCCITY OF CENTERVILLE
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
November 14, 2007
6:30 p.m.
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the City of Centerville held their regularly scheduled
meeting on November 14, 2007, at City Hall, 1880 Main Street.
PRESENT:
Mayor Mary Capra
Council Member Tom Lee
Council Member Michelle Lakso
Council Member Jeff Paar
Council Member Linda Broussard
ABSENT:
None
STAFF:
City Administrator Dallas Larson
City Attorney Kurt Glaser
City Engineer Mark Statz
I. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Capra called the November 14, 2007, City Council meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.
II. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Mayor Capra added page 14a to Item 1 and Item 6 to V. Consent Agenda.
Mayor Capra pointed out that Item 1 under VII. New Business included new pages 22-25.
Mayor Capra added pages 32a and 32b to Item 5 under VII. New Business.
Councilmember Broussard added Street Reconstruction Project Comments under VI. Old
Business.
Motion by Council Member Lee, seconded by Council Member Paar, to approve the
agenda as amended. All in favor. Motion carried unanimously.
II. PUBLIC HEARINGS
1.Wellhead Protection Plan
Mayor Capra opened the Public Hearing at 6:35 p.m.
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City Administrator Larson explained that the Wellhead Protection Plan is a method of
preventing well contamination by effectively managing potential contamination to City
wells. He explained the concept of the plan to Council members and the audience. He
pointed out the locations of the two wells.
City Administrator Larson explained that the Wellhead Management issues include land
use, wells, ISTS, hazardous materials, transportation corridors, agricultural incentives,
and feedlots. He outlined the goals associated with the Plan and indicated they are
referenced in the Comprehensive Plan and would be incorporated into other plans.
Mayor Capra stated that this came into play partly due to Homeland Security issues.
Councilmember Lakso inquired as to the timeframe for the goals.
City Administrator Larson replied that by the end of December the plan would be
approved.
Mayor Capra questioned whether residents on Shad Avenue hooked up to City water in
2004.
City Administrator Larson replied that this would need to be investigated.
Councilmember Broussard questioned the Utilities Staging Plan on page five and
indicated the date was not correct.
Motion by Council Member Lakso, seconded by Council Member Broussard, to
close the Public Hearing on the Wellhead Protection Planat 6:44 p.m. All in favor.
Motion carried unanimously.
2.Downtown Environmental Assessment Worksheet
Mayor Capra opened the Public Hearing at 6:45 p.m.
City Engineer Statz summarized the process for publishing the Findings of Fact for the
Downtown Environmental Assessment Worksheet (EAW). He invited the public to make
comments or ask questions they might have.
Mayor Capra commented that there are 25 known wells in the area and questioned the
difference in these wells.
City Engineer Statz explained the difference in the wells. He stated that residential wells
are drift wells.
Mayor Capra questioned potential contamination in the down town area. She questioned
whether the underground storage tanks were still located down town.
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City Administrator Larson replied that the tanks were removed and the site (Block 5) was
examined by the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency.
Motion by Council Member Lee, seconded by Council Member Broussard, to close
the Public Hearing on the Downtown Environmental Assessment Worksheet at 6:50
p.m. All in favor. Motion carried unanimously.
IV. APPROVAL OF COUNCIL MINUTES
1.October 24, 2007 City Council Work Session Minutes (1)
2.October 24, 2007 City Council Work Session Minutes (2)
City Engineer Statz requested that Item C, page 2 of 5, state, “Consensus reached that by
virtue of the Rice Creek Watershed, the City is “ultimately” responsible for the rain
gardens and therefore, the rain gardens should be established within City easements
“where possible.”
Remove the motion to adjourn.
Motion by Council Member Lakso, seconded by Council Member Broussard to
approve the October 24, 2007 City Council Work Session Minutes parts one and
two as amended. All in favor. (Councilmember Paar abstained) Motion carried .
3.October 24, 2007 City Council Meeting Minutes
Mayor Capra requested “developer” be changed to “owner” on page 3 of 5, Item 3.
Motion by Council Member Broussard, seconded by Council Member Lee to
approve the October 24, 2007 City Council Meeting Minutes and Work Session
Minutes parts one and two as amended. All in favor. (Councilmember Paar
abstained Motion carried .
V. CONSENT AGENDA
1.City of Centerville October 25, 2007 through November 14, 2007 Claims
2.Centennial Fire District Claims through November 7, 2007
3.Centennial Lakes Police Department Claims through November 7, 2007
4.Annual Contract Renewal for 2008 – Embedded Systems, Inc. (Tornado Sirens
Maintenance) - $37.95/Siren/Month
5.Annual Addendum to Service Contract for 2008 – TimeSaver (Recording
Secretary Services) – 3% Increase
6.Successful Performance Review and Completion of Year 3, Mr. John Meyer,
Finance Director
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Motion by Council Member Lakso, seconded by Council Member Paar to approve
the Consent Agenda as presented. All in favor. Motion carried unanimously.
VI. AWARDS/PRESENTATIONS/APPEARANCES
None
VII. OLD BUSINESS
1. Street Reconstruction Project Comments
Councilmember Broussard informed Council of expressed concerns by residents over the
Street Reconstruction Project. She asked if the City could consider alternatives to
bonding to finance the street project. She commented she is tired of people saying they
do not want anything done.
Councilmember Lee commented that he thought about how this could be made more
palatable and realized there is no solution. He stated it is the responsibility of the City
Council to ensure the infrastructure is maintained.
Discussion ensued.
Mayor Capra stated that she would like a Public Input Meeting held after the first of the
year. She requested this be discussed at the December, 2007 City Council meeting.
Mayor Capra requested that the media publish and instruct residents to direct their
comments and questions to the City Administrator, who would then inform the Council.
Councilmember Paar commented that if the City paid 100 percent, those residents who
said their road was in good condition would be first in line to state their roads were in
need of repair. He commented that money is put aside for street maintenance. He
explained taxes were not raised because of road maintenance. He encouraged residents to
look at where their taxes went up. He stated that he wants Centerville to be a nice City
and a great place to open businesses. He stressed that he is in favor of cost savings
opportunities; however, because Centerville is a small city, limitations exist.
VIII. NEW BUSINESS
1.Resolution #07-042 – Delinquent Sewer/Water/Garbage Services
Certification/Assessments for 2008
City Administrator reported that this is an annual list of unpaid Sewer/Water/ Garbage
service assessments.
Motion by Council Member Broussard, seconded by Council Member Lee, to
approve Resolution #07-042, a Resolution Approving Delinquent Sewer/ Water/
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Garbage Services Certification/Assessments for 2008. All in favor. Motion carried
unanimously.
2.Resolution #07-043 – City Grass Mowing Services Certification/Assessments for
2008
City Administrator Larson reported that this is a nuisance abatement notification.
Motion by Council Member Lee, seconded by Council Member Lakso, to approve
Resolution #07-043, a Resolution Approving City Grass Mowing Services
Certification/Assessments for 2008. All in favor. Motion carried unanimously.
3.Proposal to Repair and Upgrade Well #1 Pump House
City Administrator Larson pointed out the estimate to complete work on Well House #1.
Discussion ensued.
Mayor Capra asked that staff request another proposal for the repair and upgrade of Well
#1 Pump House.
Motion by Council Member Lee, seconded by Council Member Lakso, to Approve
the Proposal to Repair and Upgrade Well #1 Pump House not to exceed $14,500.
All in favor. Motion carried unanimously.
4.Eagle Pass Townhome Request for Additional Street Lighting Within the
Development
Council members reviewed the map of Eagle Pass Townhomes and the location of the
current lighting.
Mayor Capra requested City Engineer Statz determine if the standards have changed
since these were sited.
Discussion ensued.
Councilmember Broussard stated that she would like to see a letter from the Townhome
Association indicating everyone was in agreement.
Mayor Capra directed City Administrator Larson to speak to the president of the
Homeowners Association and gather additional information.
5.Planning and Zoning Recommendation – 1588 and 1580 Sorel Street
(Hanson/Marshall) Request for Subdivision/Re-Platting of Lot Lines
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a.Resolution #07-044 – Scheduling Public Hearing to Consider Vacation of
Easements
City Administrator Larson informed Council that the request included a variance because
the lakeside frontage did not meet the minimum requirement of 100 feet. He displayed
the preliminary plat of Sorel Street and explained the request. He pointed out the location
of the easements to be vacated.
Discussion ensued.
Councilmember Broussard noted that the adjoining property owner believers that there is
a survey discrepancy on one corner of the plat. She stated that she wanted to make sure
all the variances required are done at the same time.
City Administrator Larson replied that Council is only looking at the lake frontage
variance at this time, but that it is possible that setback non-conformities could be created
if the survey corner moves.
Mr. Lloyd Hanson, 1588 Sorel Street, commented the two surveyors communicated and
the amount is ten inches rather than two feet. He reported the surveyors and property
owners are working together to resolve this issue.
Motion by Council Member Lee, seconded by Council Member Paar, to approve
Resolution #07-044, a Resolution Scheduling a Public Hearing to Consider Vacation
of Easements. All in favor. Motion carried unanimously.
Motion by Council Member Lakso, seconded by Council Member Paar, to approve
the Preliminary Plat based upon Planning and Zoning Commission’s Findings &
Recommendation for 1580 and 1588 Sorel Street, including the Lakeshore Variance.
All in favor. Motion carried unanimously.
6.Consider Appointment of Mr. Roland Parrucci to the Planning and Zoning
Commission
Motion by Council Member Paar, seconded by Council Member Lee, to approve the
Appointment of Mr. Roland Parrucci to the Planning and Zoning Commission. All
in favor. Motion carried unanimously.
7.Resolution #07-045 – Accepting Proposals on the Sale of $2,600,000 General
Obligation (G.O.) Improvement Bonds – (CSAH 14, Old Mill Road and Fairview
Street Improvements)
Motion by Council Member Broussard, seconded by Council Member Paar, to
approve Resolution #07-045, a Resolution Accepting Proposal on the Sale of
$2,600,000 General Obligation Improvement Bonds, Series 2007A, Providing for
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their Issuance and Pledging for the Security Thereof Certain Revenues to United
Bankers Bank. All in favor. Motion carried unanimously.
8.Resolution #07-046 – Authorizing the Mayor to Sign and the Submission of the
Safe Routes to School Application (CSAH 14/Dupre Road Underpass)
City Administrator Larson explained that the City applied for this grant last year but was
not successful. He stated that staff would like to apply for this grant again.
Motion by Council Member Lee, seconded by Council Member Lakso, to approve
Resolution #07-046, a Resolution Authorizing the Mayor to Signand the Submission
of a Safe Routes to School Grant Application to the Minnesota Department of
Transportation. All in favor. Motion carried unanimously.
IX. ANNOUNCEMENTS/UPDATES
1.City Administrator Larson
City Administrator Larson reported that the Comprehensive Plan meeting held on
November 13, 2007 resulted in a good turnout.
City Administrator Larson reported that the paving of Old Mill Road is complete.
City Administrator Larson reported on moving the power lines in the downtown area.
2.Chauncey Barett Gardens – Senior Housing/Rental Rates for 2008
Mayor Capra reported that City staff received a letter signed by the residents of Chauncey
Barett Gardens regarding possible rent increases. She explained that the residents believe
they are on a level with current market value rates for the area. She reported the residents
request that their rental rates for 2008 be held at the current level.
City Administrator Larson explained that the funding programs that financed the project
establish the method of setting rates.
Mayor Capra recommended sending a response to the residents of Chauncey Barett
Gardens acknowledging receipt of their petition.
City Administrator Larson replied he would draft a letter for Mayor Capra’s signature.
3.I35/WE Coalition
Councilmember Lakso reported that the Coalition decided to do an inventory of concerns.
She stated Anoka County is taking the lead on this.
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Mayor Capra indicated that the Coalition would meet every two months to discuss issues
rather than quarterly. She stated this has more to do with lobbying for funding. She
stated that the Metropolitan Council attended and recommended this be included in City
Comprehensive Plans.
Councilmember Broussard reported that she would not be at the next Planning and
Zoning Commission meeting or the next City Council meeting.
Councilmember Lakso reported City Scope would air a show at 6:30 p.m. on Friday,
November 17, 2007 and re-air throughout the week at 6:30 a.m./p.m., 2:30 a.m./p.m., and
10:30 a.m./p.m. highlighting the businesses in the uptown area of Centerville.
Councilmember Lee reported that the Parks and Recreation Committee met on November
7, 2007. He reported that the Committee is working on Tracie McBride Park
renovations.
XI. ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Council Member Broussard, seconded by Council Member Lakso, to
adjourn the October 24, 2007 City Council Meeting at 8:10 p.m. and convened to
the Economic Development Authority Meeting. All in favor. Motion carried
unanimously.
Transcribed by:
Dianna Wise, Recording Secretary
TimeSaver Off Site Secretarial, Inc.
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