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CITY OF CENTERVILLE
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
JULY 13, 2005
6:30 p.m.
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the City of Centerville held their regularly scheduled
meeting on July 13, 2005, at City Hall, 1880 Main Street.
PRESENT:
Mayor Mary Capra
Council Member Lee
Council Member Lakso
Council Member Paar
Council Member Richard Terway
ABSENT:
None.
STAFF:
City Attorney Mr. Hoeft
City Engineer Mr. Peterson
City Administrator Larson
I. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Capra called the July, 2005, City Council meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.
II. SET AGENDA
The following items were added to the Agenda:
Consent Agenda: Successful Performance Evaluation & Completion of Year 1 –
Public Works (Mr. Allen Anderson) (Grade 5, Step 7); Successful Performance
Evaluation & Completion of Year 5 – Account Clerk II/Utility Billing Clerk (Ms. Kris
Sweeney) (Grade 4, Step 6); St. Genevieve’s Use of Old Public Works Site Parking for
Annual Chicken Dinner August 21, 2005.
New Business: Mr. Tom Babcock Resignation from EDC; Administrative Fines;
Schedule Work Session with EDC/League of MN Cities; Special Event – Flag
Ceremony; Family Picnic and Fishing Contest National Night Out; McGuire Iron
Payment; Council Member Lakso Attend Development and Redevelopment Seminar.
Motion by Council Member Paar, seconded by Council Member Terway to approve
the agenda as amended. All in favor. Motion carried unanimously.
III. APPROVAL OF COUNCIL MINUTES
1.June 22, 2005 City Council Meeting Minutes
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Motion by Council Member Terway, seconded by Council Member Lee to approve
the June 8, 2005 City Council Meeting Minutes as presented. All in favor. Motion
carried.
IV. CONSENT AGENDA
1.City of Centerville June 23, 2005 through July 13, 2005 Claims
2.Centennial Fire District through July 8, 2005 Claims
3.Kelly’s Korner, Bill Bisek – 2:00 a.m. Closing
4.Pay Request #10 – Maguire Iron, Inc. $40,945/Watertower
5.KLM Engineering - $14,010.50/Watertower
6.Acceptance of Resignation – Mr. Paul Burke from EDC
7.Acceptance of Parks and Recreation Committee’s Appointment of Ms. Linda
Merkel & Mr. Kevin Amundsen to Parks and Recreation
8.Successful Performance Evaluation & Completion of Year 1 – Public Works (Mr.
Allen Anderson) (Grade 5, Step 7)
9.Successful Performance Evaluation & Completion of Year 5 - Account Clerk
II/Utility Billing Clerk (Ms. Kris Sweeney) (Grade 4, Step 6)
10.St. Genevieve’s Use of Old Public Works Site Parking for Annual Chicken
Dinner August 21, 2005
Council Member Lee requested that Item 6 be removed for discussion.
Motion by Council Member Lee, seconded by Council Member Lakso, to approve
Consent Agenda Items 1 – 5 and 7 – 10 as presented. All in favor. Motion carried
unanimously.
Mayor Capra indicated she received a letter and a phone message from Mr. Burke
indicating that with his efforts to establish the Centerville Economic Development
Company he feels he is not able to dedicate the time to serve on the EDC.
Motion by Council Member Lakso, seconded by Council Member Lee to approve
Consent Agenda Item 6 as presented. All in favor. Motion carried.
V. AWARDS/PRESENTATIONS/APPEARANCES
None.
VI. PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. Planning and Zoning Recommendation for Preliminary Plat & PUD Approval for
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Mr. Richard Carlson, Hunter’s Crossing, 3 Addition
Mayor Capra opened the public hearing at 6:40 p.m.
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Mr. Rick Carlson addressed Council and provided an overview of his preliminary plat
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and PUD for Hunters Crossing, 3 Addition. He then noted that he has purchased
adjacent property, extended the cul-de-sac and added the 7 lots for a total of 44 lots.
Mr. Carlson indicated that Parks & Recreation has agreed to cash in lieu of fees and
the Planning Commission unanimously recommended approval. He then said that he
has submitted plans to Rice Creek Watershed District for approval.
Mr. Carlson asked Council to order the feasibility study if his preliminary plat is
approved. He also said he would like to create the grading at this time while it is dry.
City Administrator Larson recommended a grading permit and surety to ensure that
the work is properly completed.
City Attorney Hoeft indicated that the feasibility would need to be amended to
include the additional property and the minor changes presented with this preliminary
plat.
Motion by Council Member Lee, seconded by Council Member Terway to close
the public hearing. All in favor. Motion carried unanimously.
Mayor Capra closed the public hearing at 6:45 p.m.
Motion by Council Member Lee, seconded by Council Member Lakso to
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approve the Preliminary Plat and PUD for Hunter’s Crossing, 3 Addition. All
in favor. Motion carried unanimously.
Motion by Council Member Terway, seconded by Council Member Paar to
amend the feasibility study. All in favor. Motion carried unanimously.
Mr. Carlson indicated that the last time he did a grading permit it was a permit fee
and not a cash surety. City Attorney Hoeft indicated that based on the fact that Mr.
Carlson has a good working relationship with the City in the past, he has been
allowed to not provide cash surety for grading.
Council Members Lee and Paar indicated they feel confident that the grading permit
fee will be sufficient with this developer.
VII. NEW BUSINESS
1. Resolution #05-032 – Establishing Minimum Hook-Up Charge to City of
Centerville Water and/or Sewer Mains
Motion by Council Member Terway, seconded by Council Member Paar, to
approve Resolution 05-032, Establishing Minimum Hook-Up Charge to City
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of Centerville Water and/or Sewer Mains. All in favor. Motion carried
unanimously.
2. Ordinance #86, Repealing Ordinance #31
Motion by Council Member Lee, seconded by Council Member Lakso, to
approve Ordinance #86, an Ordinance Repealing Ordinance #31. All in
favor. Motion carried unanimously.
3. Ms. Lindsay – Temporary Water Connection
City Administrator Larson indicated that Ms. Lindsay has asked for a temporary
water main connection knowing that the City will do a water project in the next
two or so years in her area. He then said that this seems to be a reasonable
solution to the problem in the interim and she would be assessed for the water
main connection at the time of the installation of the water main down her street.
She would pay connection fees at this time.
Motion by Council Member Lakso, seconded by Council Member Paar to
approve the Temporary Utility Service Connection Agreement with Ms.
Lindsay as recommended by Staff. All in favor. Motion carried
unanimously.
4. Manual Checks/Payments in Between Council Meetings
City Administrator Larson clarified that bills submitted to the City between
Council Meetings, would be paid by Staff based on the City’s established policy.
He further clarified that there are a few occurrences that warrant it and Staff does
not intend to overuse the policy.
5. Agenda Item – Financial Statement and Budget Report
Mayor Capra commented that engineering is over budget as is civil defense.
City Administrator Larson explained that usually fees for engineering are passed
on to developers and the civil defense is over budget because of costly repairs to
the siren.
Council asked Staff to review the Parks and Recreation budget to determine that
things are accurately budgeted.
City Administrator Larson indicated that the City’s budget looks appropriate and
seems to be on track.
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6. Consider Technology Recommendations
City Administrator Larson indicated that Staff feels that the technology is
affordable under the budget combined with this year and some strategic budgeting
for next year.
Council Member Paar indicated he has heard a lot of complaints about the City’s
recordkeeping so spending some funds on technology would help.
Mayor Capra said she feels this will save in Staff time.
Motion by Council Member Lee, seconded by Council Member Terway to
approve technology and automation improvements as presented by Staff. All
in favor. Motion carried unanimously.
7. Centerville Lion’s Request for Fireworks Display Permit – Fete des Lacs
City Administrator Larson confirmed that the City is listed as a co-insured.
Motion by Council Member Terway, seconded by Council Member Lakso, to
approve the Centerville Lion’s Request for Fireworks Display Permit as
requested. All in favor.Motion carried unanimously.
8. Centerville Lion’s Request for Temporary Liquor License - Fete des Lacs
Council discussed the request and agreed to amend the license to sales ending at
11:30 p.m. on Saturday night and beginning at noon on Sunday.
Motion by Council Member Lee, seconded by Council Member Terway to
approve the Temporary Liquor License for the Centerville Lion’s for Fete
des Lacs for 3.2 Malt Liquor on Friday August 5, 2005 from 5:00 to 11:00
p.m., Saturday, August 6, 2005 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 p.m., and Sunday,
August 7, 2005 from Noon to 4:00 p.m. All in favor. Motion carried.
9. Mr. Tom Babcook Reconsideration of Joining/Appointment to EDC
Motion by Council Member Lee, seconded by Council Member Terway, to
accept the resignation/ removal of Tom Babcook from the EDC. All in favor.
Motion carried unanimously
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10. Administrative Fines
City Administrator Larson indicated the other two cities are not interested in
adding traffic to administrative fines.
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City Attorney Hoeft indicated that in Anoka County currently for a speeding
ticket the lowest fine level is $117.00 and $60.00 goes to the State of Minnesota
and $7.00 to the law library and the remaining fee is divided amongst the state,
county and local municipality.
City Attorney Hoeft indicated that cities have looked at using administrative fines
for minor traffic offenses and Centerville may desire looking into the use of
administrative fines for other types of offenses.
Council Member Council Member Lee said that he strongly favors the use of
administrative fines for things other than moving violations and he feels it should
be at least a $50.00 fine.
Mayor Capra indicated that the Police Commission is reviewing this matter and
will bring back a recommendation for the City to consider.
11. Special Work Session
Mayor Capra suggested a worksession on August 3, 2005 at 6:00 p.m. in addition
to the July 27, 2005 worksession with the EDC at 5:30 p.m.
Council asked Staff to attempt to have the League representative at the July 27,
2005 meeting or, if necessary, the August 3, 2005.
12. Special Event – Flag Ceremony
Motion by Council Member Lee, seconded by Council Member Lakso to
approve the request for the special event – flag ceremony. All in favor.
Motion carried unanimously.
13. Family Picnic and Fishing Contest
Mayor Capra indicated that the Social Activities Committee at St. Genevieve is
sponsoring a family picnic, youth fishing contest and games on National Night
Out, August 2, 2005. Admission is free; however, grills will be available on-site
for use, bring grilling items for your family and a dish to pass.
14. Maguire Iron Pay Estimate
City Administrator Larson indicated this would have been paid on the first
meeting of June but was missed. He then asked for Council approval for
payment.
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Motion by Council Member Lee, seconded by Council Member Lakso to
approve the pay request to Maguire Iron in the amount of $33,250. All in
favor. Motion carried unanimously.
15. Urban Development and Redevelopment Conference
Council Member Lakso indicated that she would like to attend this conference
that is designed to provide information on development and redevelopment.
Motion by Council Member Terway, seconded by Council Member Paar to
approve $299.00 for the Urban Development and Redevelopment conference.
All in favor. Motion carried unanimously.
VIII. OLD BUSINESS
1. T-Mobile Antenna Lease
City Administrator Larson indicated that Staff has resolved the issues involved
with their use of the tower and they did agree to pay costs to have the City
Engineer review plans and installation up to $2,000. They will also pay to inspect
welds and inspect the inside of the tank if they do have to weld and do paint touch
ups.
Motion by Council Member Paar, seconded by Council Member Lakso to
approve the T-Mobile Contract as amended by Staff. All in favor. Motion
carried unanimously.
2. Livable Communities Demonstration Account Development Grant Application
For informational purposes.
3. TIF Resolution #05-036
City Administrator Larson indicated that this Resolution would not bind the City
to move forward.
Council Member Council Member Paar indicated he would support TIF for the
City property but not for other properties. He then said he thinks this is good for
the City but he wants to be clear that those that think they are going to get projects
approved that he is not in favor of TIF for any other projects.
Council Member Council Member Lee agreed.
City Administrator Larson said that when doing redevelopment projects where
you have to tear down buildings often times there is a better argument for TIF and
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that is why the legislature allows it. He then asked Council to keep an open mind
and consider projects as they come in.
Council Member Paar clarified that there will not be any automatic TIF approvals
but he is open to reviewing proposals to determine whether or not they would be
in the best interest of the City.
Motion by Council Member Lakso, seconded by Council Member Terway to
approve Resolution #05-036. All in favor. Motion carried unanimously.
Council Member Terway commented that he agrees, in general, that large TIF
districts are not appropriate but feels the need to review the projects on a case-by-
case basis.
4. Partial Release of Easement – Lot 6, Block 1, Eagle Pass
City Administrator Larson indicated that the way the minutes were drawn from
the last meeting, it was not clear that Council agreed to partially release the
easement.
Motion by Council Member Lee, seconded by Council Member Lakso to
approve a partial release of easement for Lot 6, Block 1, Eagle Pass as
recommended by Staff. All in favor. Motion carried unanimously.
City Attorney Hoeft noted that Staff has provided the costs to the City
Administrator and those will be passed on to the property owner.
IX. ANNOUNCEMENTS/UPDATES
1. City Administrator – Mr. Dallas Larson
City Administrator Larson indicated that Staff would like to make a slight change
in how public hearings are handled. He then said that any matters not requiring
two public hearings, or a specific Council hearing will not be scheduled for a
public hearing at the Council level. He then explained that any “hot button”
issues could have a public hearing scheduled as could any other matter at
Council’s discretion. He further clarified that the Planning Commission is the
recommendation body and they hold the public hearing and take comment and, if
there is also a public hearing at the Council level, it leads people to believe they
should circumvent the Planning Commission and, when the Planning Commission
makes its recommendation it has not had those pertinent public comments.
Council agreed.
2.1601 LaMotte Drive
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No report.
3. Downtown Redevelopment Planning
City Administrator Larson indicated that the City is in line to receive a grant
through the County for $200,000 for redevelopment for some demolition and site
work.
4. CSAH 14/Main Street Project/County Response to Draft MOU
City Administrator Larson indicated that he would be meeting with Mr. Fischer
on Friday, July 15, 2005. He then reviewed with Council an alternative to the
backage road butting it on the bottom side toward the south and shifting all the
wetland and ponding as far south as possible.
Council Member Terway asked how that change would affect the option to
purchase on the property or the value of the property.
City Administrator Larson suggested that there is approximately seven (7) acres
with an assumed value of $2.00 per square foot for a price of $150,000 to
$200,000. He then said that a portion of those costs would be absorbed by the
City but most of it could be rolled into the sale of the lots.
Mayor Capra requested information on the cost for an extension of Fairview
Street.
Council asked Staff to talk to Rice Creek Watershed District and the buyer of the
Rehbein property to see if an agreement could be reached.
5. Employee Participation in Fete des Lacs Parade
City Administrator Larson indicated that he has not yet obtained a commitment by
any Staff members to participate in the parade.
Council agreed that Staff that participates will be paid overtime for three hours.
6. Police Commission Update
Council Member Lee indicated that a tentative labor agreement has been reached
that needs to be ratified with the LELS with a three year agreement with 3, 3.5,
and 4% over next three years. He then said that the only real change is a limit of
community service from 40 to 20 hours and a performance pay program was
added.
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Mayor Capra thanked Mr. Larson for his work on the negotiations and said that
she feels the cities brought them a good contract and the performance pay is a
good incentive to retain officers, as the cost of turnover is great.
Mayor Capra indicated the Chief will be bringing the budget for the next meeting
and Centerville’s proposed increase is $26,901.
Council Member Lakso reported that Parks and Recreation approved an additional
light on the pleasure rink.
Council Member Lakso indicated she requested to start getting Tracy McBride
Park revitalized when the old water tower is removed.
Council Member Lee commented that he had considered a motion to recall the
mandatory hook up to City water but, after further consideration and research, he
feels the Council made the right decision for the City as a whole.
Council Member Lee said that the reason he brought this up is there are residents
out there that feel the rules of the game were changed half way through. He then
said that the sunset clause is a good idea and a necessity for the proper financing
and function of the City’s municipal water system.
7. Correspondence
Mayor Capra indicated she received a letter from Andy Burmeister from Senator
Coleman’s office that she will have Staff distribute.
Mayor Capra indicated that she received a letter seeking nominations for City
Engineer and City Project of the year.
X. ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Council Member Lakso, seconded by Council Member Paar to adjourn
the July 13, 2005 City Council Meeting at 8:20 p.m. All in favor. Motion carried
unanimously.
Transcribed by:
Joan Lenzmeier, Recording Secretary
TimeSaver Off Site Secretarial, Inc.
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