HomeMy WebLinkAbout2008-06-11 CC - ApprovedCITY OF CENTERVILLE
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
June 11, 2008
6:30 p.m.
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the City of Centerville held their regularly scheduled
meeting on June 11, 2008, at City Hall, 1880 Main Street.
PRESENT: Mayor Mary Capra
Council Member Linda Broussard-Vickers ~ ~J~ ~
Council Member Michelle Lakso ~ A V /
Council Member Tom Lee O ~
Council Member Jeff Paar ~ ~
STAFF: City Administrator Dallas Larson
City Attorney Kurt Glaser
City Engineer Mark Statz
L CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Capra called the June 11, 2008, City Council meeting to order at 6:35 p.m.
IL PUBLIC HEARING
Mayor Capra inquired whether there was anyone who wanted to speak during
this Public Hearing. No one came forward to speak.
Motion by Council Member Paar, seconded by Council Member Lee, to close the
June 11, 2008, Pubic Hearing at 9:36 p.m. Motion carried unanimously.
III. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Mayor Capra added the following items to the Agenda:
Mayor Capra made the following change to: IV. Approval of Minutes:
Added: "Item 7 -June 10, 2008, City Council Work Session Meeting Minutes (page
40a-40b)"
Mayor Capra made the following changes to V. Consent Agenda:
Item 1 -Change pages to "(Pages 41 & 41a)"
Added: "Item 5 - St. Genevieve Church's Request for Temporary Gambling Permit -
Chicken Dinner (August 17, 2008) (Bingo, Raffles, Paddlewheels, Pull-Tabs &
Tipboards) Waive Fee (Pages 45a-45c)"
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Added: "Item 6 -All Around Rental Request for Rock Wall at Battle of the Boards &
Bands -June 14, 2008 -Fees to be Paid by Participants (Page 45d)"
Mayor Capra made the following changes to VL Old Business:
Added: "Item 2 -Res. #08-0XX -Declaring Cost to be Assessed, Ordering Prep. Of
Proposed Assessment & Calling for a Public Hearing -Part of Old Mill Road"
Added: "Item 4 -Extend Purchase Agreement for Property in Block 7, Downtown to
Centerville Mainstreet, LLCBeard Group (Pages 45f-45r)"
Mayor Capra made the following change to VIII. New Business:
Item 1 -Change pages to "(Page 46-46i)"
City Administrator Larson added Item 4: Encroachment Agreement to VIII: New
Business.
City Administrator Larson added Item 5: Water Hookup Issue Regarding 7146 Shad
Avenue to VIII: New Business.
Councilmember Lee added Item 6: Police Jurisdiction/Mutual Aid to VIII: New
Business.
Motion by Council Member Paar, seconded by Council Member Lee, to approve the
agenda as amended. All in favor. Motion carried unanimously.
IV. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
May 14, 2008, City Council Meeting Minutes
Mayor Capra stated that in the third to the last paragraph on Page 5 of 6, the words "City
Works Staffl' should be replaced with "Public Works Staff."
Councilmember Paar stated that his name is spelled incorrectly throughout the minutes
and this should be changed.
Mayor Capra stated that on Page 6 of 6, Item 5 should be reworded to read "excellent job
she did with CERT."
Motion by Council Member Lee, seconded by Council Member Lakso, to approve
the May 14, 2008, City Council Meeting Minutes as amended. Motion carried
unanimously.
2. May 14, 2008, City Council Closed Executive Session Meeting Minutes
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Mayor Capra stated that the meeting times should be changed to read that the City
Council Meeting recessed at 9:20 PM for the Closed Executive Session and was reopened
at 10:50 PM.
Motion by Council Member Lee, seconded by Council Member Lakso, to approve
the Mav 14, 2008 City Council Closed Executive Session Meeting Minutes as
amended. Motion carried unanimously.
3. May 21, 2008, City Council Work Session Meeting Minutes
Mayor Capra stated that the wording in the second paragraph on Page 12 of 14 should be
reworded to read, "she added that the City of Centerville does not build the collector
streets different than the cul-de-sacs."
Councilmember Lee stated that it looks like there is something missing in the last
paragraph on page 10 of 14. He stated that maybe it should say, "City Engineer Statz
stated that whether or not residents are on City water, they benefit from having City water
available in their community. If they are not paying for it, someone else will have to."
Motion by Council Member Paar, seconded by Council Member Lakso, to approve
the Mav 21, 2008, City Council Work Session Meeting Minutes as amended. Motion
carried unanimously.
4. May 28, 2008, City Council Meeting Minutes
Councilmember Lakso stated that the sentence in the 7th Paragraph of Page 9 is
confusing. Where it states that "she stated that he would support it," she didn't know
who `she' is. This should be clarified to indicate Council Member Broussard Vickers.
5. May 28, 2008, City Council Work Session Meeting Minutes
Councilmember Lee stated that sentence in the 16 Paragraph of Page 4 of 7 should be
reworded to read, "Councilmember Lee stated that the yards upstream are considerably
wetter, and it is closer to the rear of the property line."
6. May 28, 2008, City Council Closed Executive Session Meeting Minutes
Mayor Capra stated that the wording for the times on the meeting should be changed.
She stated that the Closed Executive Session recessed at 9:50 p.m., the meeting was
reopened to the public at 10:50 p.m. and a motion to adjourn was made by
Councilmember Broussard-Vickers and seconded by Councilmember Lee.
Councilmember Lakso stated that she is shown as being in attendance at the May 28,
2008 Closed Executive Session Meeting, and she was not. She requested that this be
corrected.
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7. June 10, 2008, City Council Work Session Meeting Minutes
Mayor Capra stated that the Minutes should be revised to state that the June 10, 2008,
City Council Work Session Meeting was called to order at 6:30 p.m.
Motion by Council Member Lee, seconded by Council Member Paar, to approve the
Mav 28, 2008, City Council Meeting Minutes, the Mav 28, 2008, City Council Work
Session Meeting Minutes and the Mav 28, 2008, Closed Executive Session Meeting
Minutes as amended. Motion carried unanimously (5/0).
V. CONSENT AGENDA
City of Centerville May 29, 2008, through June 11, 2008, Claims
Discussion ensued.
2. Trio Inn Request for Annual Renewal of 2 AM. Liquor Serving License
Discussion ensued.
Mediation Services of Anoka County Request of $420 for the 2009 Budget
Discussion ensued.
4. Ms. Tracy Zarembinski's Request for Massage Therapist Certificate to Practice at
Serenity Now Healin~(Successful Background Check and Educational
Requirements Met.)
Mayor Capra stated that Ms. Zarembinski had a successful background check and her
educational requirements have been met.
St. Genevieve Church's Request for a Temporary Gambling Permit for their
Chicken Dinner on Au u'~ st 17, 2008
Mayor Capra stated that they would be having Bingo, Raffles, Paddlewheels, Pull-Tabs
and Tipboards. She added that they are also requesting that the fees be waived.
6. All Around Rentals' Request for Rock Wall at Battle of the Boards and Bands on
June 14, 2008.
Mayor Capra stated that fees would be paid by the participants, and all Certificates of
Liability are in place. No one on the City Council had objections.
Motion by Council Member Lee, seconded by Council Member Paar, to approve
Items 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 of the Consent Agenda as presented. All in favor. Motion
carried unanimously.
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VL AWARDS/PRESENTATIONS/APPEARANCES
None
VII. OLD BUSINESS
1. 2009 Street Project Res. #08-015 - Orderin.~ Improvements
City Administrator Larson stated that resolution Exhibit A describes the original project,
as it was proposed in May. The Exhibit B describes the area that was proposed from the
work session June 10. The first resolution as drafted, orders the improvements as
desribed in Exhibit B. The second resolution authorizes plans and specifications on the
streets in exhibit B, except for the C type improvements on Peterson Trail south of Fox
Run, Houle Circle, Hayfield and Fox Run west of Peterson and on Center Street, Ivy
Court and Sumac Court. It was understood that he second group of streets may be done if
bids are good on the first group.
City Engineer Statz passed out a map, which is representative of the discussion at the
June 10 City Council Work Session Meeting. It was requested that the City Council
review this for the public. The project is absent Mound Trail, Lavelle, Center Street, the
two cul-de-sacs, and the Robin Lane area, which are C1 improvements, along with Ivy,
Sumac, Fox Run, Peterson Trail and Hayfield Road and Houle Circle.
Mayor Capra inquired whether anything had changed since that meeting on June 10.
Councilmember Broussard-Vickers inquired why they are looking at doing 28 feet street
on Peltier Lake Drive and adding curb and gutter. She stated that it does not have it now,
it has a bituminous curb. She questioned why 25 feet does not meet the standard now and
inquired whether it would be possible to get easements from people to construct
watermain in the boulevard. Councilmember Broussard-Vickers added that this is
probably one of the largest assessments they have. She added that it is just a narrow road
and, if they did not do a concrete curb, the price would go down considerably.
City Engineer Statz replied that concrete is essential. He stated that just because they will
not meet the normal standard, they should not throw the improvement out the window.
He added that curb and gutter is not for style, it is for proper drainage and it keeps the
street together. It is important to have a better product on the road itself. It also brings
value to the neighborhood. He stated if they are going to spend the money, they should
not stop a nickel short. By doing that, they would not be doing justice to the expenditure.
Twenty-eight feet is the minimum he would recommend.
Mayor Capra inquired about the width of Brian Drive. She stated that they had to take
out trees to make it wider.
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City Engineer Statz replied that with Peltier Lake Drive, they made a compromise going
down to 28 feet. He stated that 24-26 feet is generally not an acceptable width. He added
that when the curb on each side is 2 feet wide, that brings the street itself down to 24 feet,
so 28 feet is not all that wide.
Councilmember Lee stated that Brian Drive is wider north of Main Street.
City Engineer Statz replied that the small piece of Peltier Lake Drive is where the road is
in better condition. He added that reducing the street width would provide only minimal
savings.
Councilmember Paar inquired about what could be done with the houses on Peltier Lake
Drive, where CSAH14 is coming through.
Mayor Capra replied that City Attorney Glaser is looking into it.
City Engineer Statz stated that there are another dozen cases that may have been assessed
before, and that those issues will be worked out in a fair manner.
Councilmember Paar stated that things would be resolved along the way.
City Engineer Statz stated that the County is realigning that intersection. He said they are
paying for all of it, and he does not know if they will get any Federal funds back. He
added that they would have a lot of opportunities to work these things out individually as
they go along.
Motion by Council Member Lee, seconded by Council Member Paar, to approve
Res. #08-015 -Ordering Improvements - 2009 Street Proiect. All in favor. Motion
carried unanimously.
Councilmember Paar suggested that they make sure each property is not being over
assessed. He stated that if there is 50 feet of property line, and 60 feet was recorded in
error, the property owners need to be reassured that it will be double checked and
corrected.
Council member Broussard Vickers expressed concern that the Council should be pretty
committed to moving the project forward unless the bids are way above expectations,
given the investment that will be made in engineering plans.
City Engineer Statz stated that the engineering cost to bring the approved work to bid
would be about $170,000.
Councilmember Broussard-Vickers stated that there is a consensus to reconsider the
existing ordinance requiring hook-up to city water within one year and/or change the date
requiring all properties to be connected to City water-currently required by the end of
2012.
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City Administrator Larson stated that City Attorney Glaser needs to look at it first, so it is
not on this Agenda, but it will be on the next Agenda. He added that they would fix the
resolution number contained in the draft resolution.
Motion by Council Member Paar ,seconded by Council Member Lee, to approve
Res. #08-016- Ordering Plans and Specifications on Improvement - 2009 Street
Proiect. All in favor. Motion carried unanimously
2. Res. #08-017 -Declaring Costs to be Assessed, Orderin.~ Prep. of Proposed
Assessments and Calling for a Public Hearing -Part of Old Mill Road
City Administrator Larson reported that this project is close to completion and there is
only minor work to be done. He stated that a Public Hearing would be scheduled for
approximately 1 month from today's date.
Motion by Council Member Paar, seconded by Council Member Broussard Vickers,
to approve Res. #08-017 -calling for public hearing on special assessments for the
Old Mill Road Improvement. All in favor. Motion carried unanimously
Appraisal Updates/Expenditure of Funds -Old Mill Road & Backa e.~ Road
Special Assessments
City Administrator Larson suggested that the City Council authorize an appraiser to
review Old Mill Road, based on actual conditions to make sure we are in good shape with
the proposed assessment. He stated that the appraiser should also take another look at
Backage Road property as we prepare to assess that project. He added that they could
take it a step further to engage a second appraiser to provide a second opinion. He stated
that the cost would be a couple thousand dollars to update previous work, and $4-5,000 to
confirm with a second appraiser.
City Attorney Glaser stated that having a second appraiser would give us more tools to
look at. He stated that there has been a lot of contention on both projects, and it would be
in our best interest to be very accurate.
Mayor Capra inquired whether the City Council agreed.
Councilmember Broussard-Vickers stated that she would want to wait to see what the
first appraisal showed before agreeing to schedule a second one.
Councilmembers Lee, Paar, and Lakso were in favor of getting a second opinion to
ensure that there are no surprises.
City Attorney Glaser stated that they would adjust for market conditions at the same time.
He added that, if both appraisers are close, the City will have a strong case.
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Motion by Council Member Paar, seconded by Council Member Lakso, to approve
the expenditure of funds -not to exceed $8,000 -for an appraisal, and a second
confirming appraisal for Old Mill Road and Backa~e Road. (4/1) (Council Member
Broussard Vickers opposed) Motion carried.
4. Extend Purchase Agreement for Property in Block 7, Downtown to Centerville
Main Street, LLCBeard Group (Pages 45f-45r~
City Administrator Larson stated that the Beard Group applied for outside funding and
was turned down last year. They have reapplied and need to have the Purchase
Agreement updated, because the original one has expired. The new date would be
December 30, 2008.
Mayor Capra replied that they would get their results in October, but they would not be
able to start construction until next year.
Councilmember Lee made a motion, seconded by Council Member Paar, that an
extension to the Proposal Agreement be approved, Motion carried. (4/0/1) Council
Member Broussard-Vickers abstained.
VIII. NEW BUSINESS
1. Contaminated Soils/Downtown Area
City Administrator Larson reported that in the process of the County doing the road
project, they found signs of contaminated soil at 3 locations, causing odors resembling
gas or diesel fuel.
City Attorney Glaser stated that if they experience odors of gas or oil smells, the County
may be able to leave it in place. PCA may not make them change it. If the City then
builds next to that road, the vapors could seep into the building next door.
City Engineer Statz showed on the screen Area 1, 5 and 6 around Main Street, where the
odors were found. He stated that they found tanks around Area 1. He stated that the
issue for the City's concern is what would happen if they built, as the buildings next to
the road may get transferred odors. He added that the County not have obligations to
mitigate contaminated soil under the roadway.
City Attorney Glaser stated that if the City does not act now, they might lose the
opportunity to resolve the issue before the roadway is built.
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City Administrator Larson stated that there might be some Petro Fund Grant dollars
available; but the funds might not be available until they had a bid for the services. He
also was not sure if it could be applied to the problem after the fact.
Councilmember Lee inquired as to what the cost would be.
City Engineer Statz replied that, in general, they would take soil to see how deep the
contamination is and, from there, get a cost.
Councilmember Broussard-Vickers inquired whether the County had been put on notice
that this is an issue.
City Administrator Larson replied that the County would work with the City if the City
has a plan
Councilmember Lee stated that it would be foolish not to look into what the expense
would be.
Mayor Capra inquired about what is the most urgent area.
City Administrator Larson stated that the area along Main Street between Progress and
Centerville Road could be the most urgent problem.
City Engineer Statz stated that they have to determine how serious the problem is, and
they are still searching for good advice.
City Engineer Statz inquired whether the City Council would authorize an expenditure up
to $12,000.
Councilmember Paar inquired as to what part of the contamination will actually be on the
County road.
City Engineer Statz replied that that is what this proposal will find out. He added that
they are still trying to determine how far out the odors will go. A proposal was received
from Prosource Technologies, but he isn't sure the scope of work in the proposal is what
is needed.
Councilmember Broussard-Vickers stated that she does not like this company's contract.
She stated they have no professional liability, and the contract limits their liability. She
added that she does not want that type of wording in the contract.
City Attorney Glaser stated that they might not use this company.
City Administrator Larson stated that there could be a way to put a barrier on the
basement walls of buildings to prevent a problem.
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City Attorney Glaser stated that $10-15,000 is the ballpark estimate of what the cost will
be.
Councilmember Lee made a motion, seconded by Council Member Paar, that the
City Engineer investigate the contaminated soil, provided that the budget not exceed
$12,000. Motion carried unanimously.
2. CSAH14 Project -Permits for Street Obstruction/Opening-Waiver of Fees
City Administrator Larson stated that there had been a problem with the CSAH 14 project
in the area of Peltier Lake Drive. The road was cut off and school buses dropped children
off in other than the normal locations. Neither the County or its contractor had notified
the school or the neighborhood that he street would be closed off. When complaints were
referred to the County, people were told it was a City problem. Staff determined that
permits would be required and the County was concerned about that. The City
Administrator told them he would bring it before the City Council. The fee amount is not
huge, but the City has seen positive results since the permit requirement went into effect.
Mayor Capra stated that in cases of emergencies, if we don't know a road is blocked off,
it could cause a major problem.
City Administrator Larson stated that the County or its contractor has created a handout
related to Lakeland Circle that was sent to the neighborhood, and it provided the job
superintendent's phone number. He added that the City could waive the fee but still
require the permit. Waiving the fee may be a good will gesture.
Mayor Capra stated that she is fine with waiving the fee, but the permit would let the City
know when the roads are blocked.
Councilmember Lee stated that it is too bad the City had to do this to get them to do what
they should have done all along
City Administrator Larson stated that the permit imposes some obligations, and the
County seems to be responding well.
Councilmember Paar stated that part of him would like the County to pay fees. He stated
that he cannot believe the County would blame the City.
Mayor Capra stated that Councilmembers approved of requiring permits. She inquired
whether they should charge a fee.
Councilmember Paar suggested that the fee should be based on performance.
Councilmember Broussard-Vickers stated that she wants the fee.
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Councilmember Paar made a motion, seconded by Council Member Lakso, that the
City require permits for street construction and the waiver of the fee would be
subiect to change if the performance slides. Motion carried (4/1). Councilmember
Broussard-Vickers opposed.
3. Sign for Public Works Building
City Administrator Larson requested that Council consider a sign for the new Public
Works Building. He added that a 3 X 5 sign would cost approximately $1,500. He stated
that they could not paint a sign directly on the wall as it would violate the City Code
relating to signs.
Mayor Capra requested that the City Council get more options.
City Administrator Larson stated that a directional road sign on County Road 54 should
be doable but that signage at the new location should be provided.
Staff was instructed to see if other less costly options are available.
4. Encroachment Agreement
City Administrator Larson stated that residents Steve and Jenny Dosh, 7095 Cottonwood
Court, requested approval to put a storage shed on the back corner of their property,
which would be on the utility & drainage easement. He added that it would be a 10 x 12
shed, and there is a 25-foot easement.
Councilmember Lee stated that the only problem is that it is on an easement. He
suggested putting the shed on blocks in case it needs to be moved.
City Administrator Larson stated that Public Works Director Palzar does not think it will
cause any problems.
Jenny Dosh stated that as shown in the pictures, the back area is really wet but that
proposed location which is in the easement is higher ground.
Steve Dosh stated that the shed would be 10 feet north of the border.
City Administrator Larson stated that it would be better not to put in a concrete floor (in
case it would need to be moved).
Mr. Dosh stated that they would not put electric in the shed.
Councilmember Broussard-Vickers made a motion, seconded by Councilmember
Lakso, that the storage shed for 7095 Cottonwood be approved subiect to the
requirement that the landowner execute an encroachment agreement. Motion
carried unanimously.
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5. Water Hookup - 7146 Shad Avenue
City Administrator Larson stated that this property owner requested he be given a waiver
to allow the on-site well to be repaired. The property owner is willing to sign an
assessment waiver and agreeing to connect to city water by the end of 2009. The property
owner would like to be included in the 2009 Street project if the City provides connection
to homes and specially assesses the cost.
City Attorney Glaser inquired whether they would offer this to other people with the
project.
Mayor Capra inquired as to what would be the purpose to not do it.
City Administrator Larson replied that it would be more cost effective if the city is doing
many home services lines as opposed to an individual resident contracting for the work.
He added that the property owner might also have the opportunity to have it financed by
the City.
Councilmember Broussard-Vickers inquired whether he was willing to sign waiver, not
knowing what that total number is.
City Administrator Larson stated that they would have to give him a "not-to-exceed"
number.
Councilmember Lee stated they would have to make sure the number is high enough
City Administrator Larson stated that there is a line between the well, the yard, and the
house that needs to be repaired if the well is allowed to continue.
Councilmember Broussard-Vickers stated that it would make sense to allow the waiver
agreement with a cost not exceed $8,000.
City Engineer Statz stated that $3,000 - $5,000 would be the approximate cost if the city
did the hook-up, plus a connection fee of about $1,700.
Mayor Capra inquired about what the Resolution figure would be, regarding hookup fees
in lieu of assessments.
City Administrator Larson stated that it applies anywhere that watermain is available but
has not been previously assessed.
Councilmember Paar stated that he is all right with approving the property owner request.
He added that water is available, and technically, he should have to hook up. If he is
looking to get a better deal by including more people, the City can allow that as long as
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they can get it done by 2009. However, if the City does not offer the option at that time,
they would still have to connect by the end of 2009.
City Administrator Larson stated that the homeowner would sign an agreement that it
would be done by 2009.
City Attorney Glaser suggested that the City Staff enter into an Agreement for the
assessment waiver and allowing the repairs to the well, with the understanding that their
assessment waiver does not exceed $8,000.
6 Police Jurisdiction
Council Member Lee stated that Officer Aldridge said Centerville police could not go to
assist in Hugo unless a Mutual Aid Request has been received., because Hugo is not in
their jurisdiction. He inquired whether there is some way that jurisdiction issues could be
amended.
Mayor Capra replied that if there is a call for assistance, they can go.
City Attorney Glaser stated that they do not have a Joint Powers Agreement between the
Centennial Lakes Police and the City of Hugo..
Councilmember Lee suggested that this be put on the agenda for the next police
governance board meeting
Mayor Capra stated that there should not be all these "hoops" to jump through in order
for our officers to assist.
Councilmember Lee stated that when the 35W bridge collapsed, it took a better part of a
week before they could send help.
City Administrator Larson stated that Hugo asked Washington County to relay the
message for assistance to Anoka County, but the message was never relayed to Anoka
County.
City Attorney Glaser stated that communication has been a problem. He added that they
would see aCounty-wide response to this.
Mayor Capra stated that this got the attention of a lot of people, and pointed out how we
needed to be better prepared.
City Attorney Glaser stated that it educated Washington County that Mutual Aid had to
be requested before they could help.
Mayor Capra stated that the issue is liability. She added that it is sad that that is the case,
but it is the case.
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IX. ANNOUNCEMENTS/UPDATES
1. City Administrator, Mr. Dallas Larson
None.
2. Emer.~ency Communications -City Hall (Capra/Lakso~
Councilmember Lakso stated that they need a weather radio in City Hall.
Mayor Capra stated that they would have to use City Hall or the Public Works Building
as a command base.
City Administrator Larson stated that they also had astand-by generator at City Hall but
not at Public Works.
Mayor Capra stated that, at minimum, City Hall should have a weather radio.
City Attorney Glaser replied that the cost of a weather radio is about $30.
Councilmember Lakso stated that everyone is invited to the Storm Story on June 18 at the
Police Department. She stated that they would have a storm presentation and give out
great storm tips. They would give away a weather radio and would like to serve
refreshments (popcorn and lemonade). All the expenses would not exceed $75. She
added that they hope to get a good turnout.
Councilmember Paar suggested to make the maximum expenses an even $100, and that
they purchase a total of 3 weather radios -one for the City Hall, one for Public Works
and one to give out as a prize at the event.
Mayor Capra stated they would make sure every Council Member would have the
emergency material and equipment needed: resolutions, VOAD, Disaster Kit, Long-
Term Planning, etc. She added that the Councilmembers would be updated each year,
with phone numbers, etc.
City Attorney Glaser stated that the education should be required for new
Councilmembers and a refresher should be required for the others.
Councilmember Lakso stated that she would volunteer to be a trainer.
Councilmember Broussard-Vickers stated that it would also be a good idea to have a little
kit in their cars.
Mayor Capra stated that the Councilmembers should keep their ID's with them. If they
don't have one, they should get it redone.
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Mayor Capra requested that a warm thank you go out to all volunteers. She stated that
Centerville stood out significantly. She added that Centex donated safety equipment,
Cindy Johnson of Lutheran Social Services asked what to bring, as did many others.
Mayor Capra stated that she is proud of how everyone came together.
A motion was made by Council Member Lakso, seconded by Council Member Paar
to approve the Emer~ency Storm Presentation and the Emer~ency Presentation
Preparation fund -not to exceed $100. Motion carried unanimously.
3. Code Update
City Administrator Larson stated that, at the last Work Session, they were not able to get
to some of the chapters. Many of the chapters were covered at the Planning & Zoning
Commission meeting, where they resolved a lot of the issues. He added that they have
chapters up to 153 need to be looked at. He suggested that sometime in the next month
or two, the City Council schedule a Work Session to look at changes to Chapters 30-153.
City Administrator Larson stated that he would ask the Planning & Zoning Commission
to look at sign regulations at their next meeting.
Councilmember Broussard-Vickers inquired whether the Council has received a book of
code revisions.
City Administrator Larson replied that he received some of the early chapters, through 93
or so. He added that he would do it in the next week or so, so the City Council could
start looking at it.
Councilmember Broussard-Vickers suggested that they break up the chapters and assign
different sections to different Council Members to review.
X. ADJOURNMENT
A motion was made by Council Member Lee, seconded by Council Member
Broussard-Vickers to adiourn the City Council Meeting. Motion carried
unanimously.
Mayor Capra adjourned the City Council Meeting at 8:28 p.m.
Transcribed by:
Bonita Kaska, Recording Secretary
Timesaver Off Site Secretarial, Inc.
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