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PARK AND RECREATION AGENDA
JANUARY 5�, 2000
6:30 p. m.
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES
1. December 1, 1999 Park and Recreation Meeting Minutes
APPEARANCES
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
1. Individual Z000 Goals
2. Update on the Woods of Clearwater Creek Trail
3. Update on Grants - Doug Porter and Karla DeVine
4. Ice Rink Attendant Update - Steve Brown
5. Family Skate Night Update - Doug Porter I
NEW BUSINESS
DISCUSSION ITEMS �
l. Long term vision priority - discussion of Wayne LeBlanc's request
ADJOURNMENT
PLEASE MARK YOUR
CALENDARS
FOR THE
"GOALS WORKSHOP" '�
SCHEDULED FOR '
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 19 2000
6:00 P.M.
(more information to come to you by mail)
(if not already received)
M EMO
Date: January 4, 2000
To: Chairperson Michael Navin
Park and Recreation Committee �� 5���
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From: Aimee Fairbrother �
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Re: Park equipment price quotes
Although Mr. Porter wi11 not be present for the January 5`�', 2000 meeting, he �
wanted to report prices he has found for replacement park equipment. The quotes
were obtained by Game Time.
Slide re lacement for Ro al Meadows: 2300 I
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Trash receptacle: $ 295 (Same type as Rcorn Creek) ,
Benches: $ 300 (Same type as Acorn Creek)
Tables: $ 525 (Same type as Acorn Creek)
Mr. Porter also wanted to inform the committee that for budget purposes, the
increase in price would be about 3% per year.
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�,��� So�cer Fiel+d Development Surve3
In 1993, socc�r becazne the nurnber one sport played by �fouth in I��innesota with over 90,006 registered players.
This is growing by mor� than 1A°•o per year and by the year 2002 it is projected ttzat these w�iil be over 124,000 children
plaVing organized soccer in Minnesota. By 2904, this number could reach 250,000 registered players.
I�Tore unpcmantly, soccer has gro�xn from th.e suburbs and is rapidly expand'mg to communities in greater A�Iuinesota.
The ?vIinnesota Amatsur Sports Commissioz� (���SC) is conducting research on a possible statewide grant program that
a ill help communities creaUe naw fields.
The'vL�SC would tike w know how recer.t increases in youth s�cc�r participacion haz�e impactad your communin�.
The 14L�SC is seeking responses �om cities, counties, schoot districts, and youth soccer associations. If ��our communi-
ty is planning or w�ould like to develop neu� soccer fields in the next fiti•e years, please take a few momenis to complete
the following questior.s.
In the next five years, we plan to develop:
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1 2 3 4 S 6 7 S 9 # flelds I
200! ❑ O ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ 7 ❑ ❑ ❑
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 S 9 # fields
2002 � ❑ � D � ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ O 'I
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 # fields
2003 � � ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ � ❑ D ❑
1 2 3 4 4 6 7 8 9 # fteld s '
2004 L7 ❑ ❑ ❑ � ❑ ❑ ❑ 0 ❑
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 S 9 # fields
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Or�anization: .
Address:
Phone• Fax• e-mai{�
PLEASE 1dETLRI�' BY JA�ZTARY lOTH, 2000 TO:
'_ltinnesota Amateur Sporis Corrunission
Soccer Field De��elopment Sunrey
1?00 —105� Avenue NE
Blaine, MN 5�449-4500
FAX: (612) 'SS-5699 • e-xnail: masc�cltilinkcom
Time period Lots Park Dedication Fees Yearly Average 21 Year Average
2 � 42 ���.� $84,000.00
2001-20 'r 134 $160,80U.00 $32,160.0�
200C-2010 85 $102,000.00 $20,400.00
2011-2015 � $90,000.00 $18,000.00
2016-2020 60 $72,000.00 $14,400.00
Total 396 $506,g00.pp $24,085.Op
Park dedication fees received: � 997 � �� '
1998 $46,800.00
1999 $72,000.00
The above numbers are based upon buildable areas per the current comp plan with a modification
in the year 2000 of adding the Carlson's development in early at a fee of $2,000.00 per lot. The
balance of the lots are valUed at the current rate of $1,200.Op pe� Iot. Each new acre of land that
Park and Recreation accepts in lieu of cash would reduce the amount� by $20,ppp_pp per acre.
Any improvements to the parks in excess of these figures would come frorn the general budget
or from fund raisers and contributions.
The current cost to maintain the parks is $38,066.Op for the year ZOQO. Grass mowing witl be about $19,QOO.Op.
The other major expenses are th� ice skating and bailfieid programs at costs of $11,�OO.Op and $3,50p.pp
respectively. This leaves about $4,500.00 for maintaining park signs, trails, playground equipment and buildings.
No monies are left in the budget for weed control, turf improvements, parlc/trail enhancement or summer
recreation programs for Centerville's youth.
' NOT APPROVEQ
CITY OF CENTERVILLE
PARK AND RECREATION COMMITTEE
December l, 1999
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Park and Recreation Committee of the City of
Centerville held their regularly scheduled meeting on December 1, 1999 at City Hall, 1880 Main
Street. Chairperson Michael Navin called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.
Present: Chairperson Michael Navin
Dale Larson
Doug Porter
Karla DeVine
Terry Sweeney
Steve Brown (arrived at 6:45)
Absent: None
Staff: Jim Ma.rch
Jill Lien '
ROLL CALL �
CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES
November 3, 1999 Park and Recreation Committee Meeting Minutes
Motion by Mr. Porter to approve the November 3, 1999 Park and Recreation Meeting
Minutes. Motion seconded by Mr. Larson. All in favor. Motion carried.
APPEARANCES
Mr. Ted Mattke appeared on behalf of Mr. Rick Carlson for the proposed Second Addition of the
Parkview Development. Mr. Mattke explained that the property is located south of LaMotte
Park. They are proposing to develope approximately 40 — 42 single family homes, with two (2)
cul-de-sacs. The homes will have fult basements with walkouts, and will range from
approxirr►ately $170,000 -$200,000 with a high end between $250,000 -$275,000. Mr. Mattke
mentioned that Mr. Carlson is willing to install a trail along the backside of the proposed
development.
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Mr. March explained that Mr. Mattke was appearing before the Park and Recreation Committee
because the property is not scheduled in the MUSA until 2001. Modification of the date will
need to be approved by Council, along with some type of benefitlgain outside of the normal Park
Dedication Fees. Once the Park and Recreation Committee approves the proposed plan, a
recommendation will then need to be forwarded to the City Council.
Mr. Mattke presented an offer of $2000 per lot compaxed to the existing park dedication fee of
$1200 per lot, with the condition that the development be developed as a PUD, and the MUSA is
modified to one year earlier than the original date for this property. Homes will not be
constructed until the end of summer/early fa11, so there will only be roughly 6-12 homes built
ne� year, with the balance of the homes being built the following year. Mr. Mattke added that
they are just in the sketch plan phase.
Mr. March mentioned that he spoke with Mr. Jon VonDeLinde, Anoka County Parks Director,
last week. Mr. VonDeLinde informed him that the rough grading for the trail around the south
side of Centerville Lake will begin next week. Mr. March continued, stating that there are 3— 4
acres of proposed wetland in this proposed development. It would be a nice amenity to have a
trail azound the wetland. Also, Metropolitan Council would have to approve modifying the date
change in the MLJSA from 2001 to 2000. When Gor-em plats the property east of this proposed
development, the Park and Recreation Committee will want to retain a trail easement. From
there, Gerald Rehbein has already stated that he has no problem with a trail easement on his
property, in fact, he wants to dedicate some of his property for t� purposes. Mr. Ken Carpenter
will have a problem with a trail easement on his property, so this could be an issue in the future.
Where the trail will be placed once it gets to Mr. Carpenter's property will need further
discussion. Mr. Wilharber owns the next two parcels of land just south of the proposed
development.
Motion by Mr. Navin, seconded by Mr. Larson to recommend to City Council that Park
and Recreation will recommend advancement/modification of the comp plan to one year
earlier, at the developers ezpense with the following conditions: $2000 per lot in park
dedication fees, construction of a trail and/or include sidewalks as deemed necessary at
developers egpense. All in favor. Motion carried unanimously.
OLD BUSINESS
Acorn Creek Park
Mr. Navin questioned the balance of the park dedication fee account, and if the letter was sent
out to Mr. Travis regarding the trail in the Woods of Clearwater Creek development.
Ms. Lien stated that we currently have a negative balance in the park dedication account, and the
letter was sent out to Mr. Travis on the 18`� of November.
Ms. DeVine mentioned that people are parking in the gass at Acorn Creek park, and that at
some point in the future, a parking lot will be a necessity.
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Budget 2000 Update
Mr. Navin explained that he made an appearance at the last City Council meeting, and the Park
and Recreation's request for a$50,000 budget was approved. Mr. Navin requested that each
member of the Park and Recreation committee take ownership or spearhead one or two of the
goals presented to Council. Basically, he wanted to create an action plan for each of the goals.
This will show the Council and the citizens of Centerville that the Park and Recreation
Committee is serious about their visions, plans and goals.
The Committee divided up the goals amongst itself as followings:
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Mr. Navin Turf/Weed Control (All Paxks) —
Trail (LaMotte Park)
Curb and Gutter (LaMotte Paxk)
Mr. Larson Trees (All Parks)
Mr. Porter Benches/Tables (All Parks)
Trash Receptacles (All Parks)
Mr. Brown Turf/Weed Control (All Parks)
General Lighting (All Parks) '
Ms. DeVine Landscaping (Signs) (All Parks} ;
Playground Equip. (Roya1 Meadows)
Mr. LeBlanc Trail (LaMotte Park) I
Ms. DeVine mentioned that she had met Chris Henry with the DNR. Apparently Ms. Henry i
advised Ms. DeVine to apply for the LCMR grants offered by the DNR. They are due by
February, and Ms. Henry offered to help Centerville obtain the grants.
There was discussion regarding surveys that have been done in the city in the past, and surveys
that should be done in the future that would be specific to each committee, along with a
feasibility study.
Mr. LeBlanc stressed that the committee's make the priorities. Adding, there is nothing in the
budget that implements the design team visions. He would like to see them implemented and
included in the budget.
Mr. March stressed that there is still no prioritization of the design team ideas. Adding, that we
cannot do them a11 at once. If the entire City were surveyed, more residents would want to see
the downtown area developed than would want to see the City purchase the $300,OOQ lot for sale
(containing the six-plex) for future park development.
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Ms. DeVine also stressed that most residents are concerned with what is going on in tY�eir
immediate neighborhood — not the whole city.
Mr. Navin expressed that his main goal was to attend to the immediate needs of the parks.
Mr. Sweeney mentioned that the Council wants to see the action plan and what actions have been
taken as the Park and Recreation Committee goes forward.
Mr. March suggested that the Park and Recreation Committee form some type of "grant writing
committee or sub-committee" to help write grants. They can look into partnering with other
organizations for the larger projects like the $300,000 purchase. There would probably be some
residents in the community who would like to work on, or be willing to help with writing the
grants. If this "sub-committee" were established, they could also help with finding out which
grants are being offered, which grants most match what the City is visioning, a11 of the legwork,
letters of support, keep the goals of the Park and Recreation Committee in mind, get volunteers
to help, make recommendations to the Park and Recreation Committee and ultimately to City
Council.
Mr. LeBlanc stressed that he is here for that purpose, and he is willing to put time into writing
these grants. Also, beyond the grants, some visions cost money that do not have grants ofFered
for them.
Ms. DeVine and Mr. Porter oi�ered to look into the grants being offered. NIr. LeBlanc would
like to sit in on these meetings and help with writing the grant.
Enterprise Fund
There was brief discussion regarding setting up an Enterprise Fund, and the accountability of
such a fund. The Park and Recreation Committee could show the Council where/what has been
spent on a semi-annual basis, or 60 days prior to the end of the year show where it stands to
justify rolling over the funds to an Enterprise Fund. Mr. Navin asked Mr. March to put Park and
Recreation's request for an Enterprise Fund on the ne� City Council agenda, which would be on
December 8�', 1999.
Comprehensive Plan
Mr. LeBlanc re-itetated his visions of the Comp Plan and the Park and Pedestrian Comp Plan,
adding he is willing to help in any way he can.
Ice Rink Attendant Update — Steve Brown
Mr. March mentioned he received a letter from the Centennial Hockey Association. Apparently
the Hockey Association was supposed to use the hockey rink last yeax, but never did. This yeaz
they are requesting to use the rink a couple of days a week.
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Family Skate Nig_ht
It was determined that Park and Recreation would have three Family Skate Night's; Sunday,
January 9 Sunday, January 23 and Sunday, February 6�', 2000. The time would run from
4:00 — 6:00 p.m. The City will supply the popcorn and hot chocolate, providing the committee
gets someone to run the event, such as girl scouts, boy scouts etc. Whoever we get to run the
event, will he able to sell their own goods if they desire (girl scout cookies, etc).
Letter from Metro�olitan Council
Metropolitan Council responded to the letter written by Mr. LeBlanc on behalf of the Park and
Recreation Committee. Basically, the letter referenced Mr. John VonDeLinde, Anoka County
Parks Director as our contact person regarding trail linkage.
NEW BUSINESS
Paxk Dedication Fees
Mr. March commented that he has surveyed several surrounding cities, and found that several of
the cities have raised their park dedication fees to $1,500 per lot. Mr. March recommended that
Park and Recreation raise their park dedication fee accordingly from $1,200 to $1,500.
Motion by Mr. Navin to recommend to Council to raise the park dedication fees from
$1,200 to $1,500 per lot for the year 2000. Seconded by Mr. Larson. All in favor. Motion
carried. �
Waterworks
Mr. March explained that Mr. Rich DeFoe approached him and asked if the City would be i
interested in any of the equipment from his ba11 field such as lighting, fence, and/or backstops
(just the physical structures, not the land). Mr. DeFoe is building his home in that area and needs
to remove these things. Apparently he has already offered the diamond to the Little League. �
Mr. March felt it would be prudent to have a feasibility study done to get appropriate trails and
easements.
Public Hearin� at Plannin� and Zoning Meeting
Mr. March stated that Mr. Drilling has purchased the property directly across the street from City
Ha11. Mr. Drilling wants to re-zone the property and demolish the house. Mr. March would like
the Park and Recreation Committee to consider and keep this in mind for future meetings.
DISCUSSION ITEMS
Wavne LeBlanc Ap�earance/Requests at Past Council Meeting
Discussion was held regarding trails, parks, land, design team vision/follow-up throughout most
of the meeting already, so most of Mr. Leblanc's concerns/ideas had already been discussed.
Mr. LeBlanc expressed his opinions on the following items:
• Trails to surrounding communities
• Concerns sent to City Council
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• Follow-up on last months presentation
Mr. LeBlanc strongly urged the follow through of the design team visions, adding he is always
available to help in any way possible.
Reschedule January Meeting
Since Ms. Lien will be on vacation from December 24�` through January Sth, she wanted to
know how the committee felt about receiving their agenda/packet on the 23'� of December, or
change the meeting to the following week. If they received their agendalpacket on the 23`�, there
may be more information that comes in later than that date that will need to be distributed right
before the meeting. The committee didn't have a problem with receiving their agenda/packet on
the 23�, and if an additional supptemental packet needs to be distributed, they understand they
will be receiving it on Tuesday, January 5�'. The committee felt it best to leave the date "as is" if
at all possible.
Januarv A�enda Items
l. Individua12000 goals
2. Update on the Woods of Clearwater Creek Trail
3. Update on Crrants — Doug Porter and Karla DeVine
4. Long term vision priority — discussion of Wayne LeBlanc's report
5. Update on Skate Night
Motion 6y Mr. Larson, seconded by Mr. Brown to adjourn the December 1,1999 Park and
Recreation Committee Meeting. All in favor. Motion carried.
Meeting adjourned at 8:57 p.m.
Respectfully Submitted,
Jill Lien
Secretary
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M EMO
Date: December 23, 1999
To: Chairperson Michael Navin
Park and Recreation Committee
From: Jill Lien ',
Re: Individua12000 Goals
Attached is a copy of the December l, 1999 Meeting Minutes outlining each of the
committee members goals for the year 2000. Please bring your comments and/or
the status of your individual goals to the meeting.
Thank You!
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� Budget 2000 Update
;:�% Mr. Navin explained that he made an appearance at the last City Council meeting, and the Park
and Recreation's request for a$50,000 budget was approved. Mr. Navin requested that each
member of the Paxk and Recreation committee take ownership or spearhead one or two of the
goals presented to Council. Basically, he wanted to create an action plan for each of the goals.
This will show the Council and the citizens of Centerville that the Park and Recreation
Committee is serious about their visions, plans and goals.
The Committee divided up the goals amongst itself as followings:
Mr. Navin Turf/Weed Control (All Parks)
Trail (LaMotte Park)
Curb and Gutter (LaMotte Park)
Mr. Larson Trees (All Parks)
Mr. Porter Benches/Tables (All Parks)
Trash Receptacles (All Parks)
Mr. Brown Turf/Weed Control (All Parks)
General Lighting (All Parks)
Ms. DeVine Landscaping (Signs) (All Parks)
Playground Equip. (Royal Meadows)
Mr. LeBlanc Trail (LaMotte Park)
Ms. DeVine mentioned that she had met Chris Henry with the DNR. Apparently Ms. Henry
advised Ms. DeVine to appiy for the LCNIR grants offered by the DNR. They are due by
February, and Ms. Henry offered to help Centerville obtain the grants.
There was discussion regarding surveys that have been done in the city in the past, and surveys
that should be done in the future that would be specific to each committee, along with a
feasibility study.
Mr. LeBlanc stressed that the committee's make the priorities. Adding, there is nothing in the
budget that implements the design team visions. He would like to see them implemented and
incluaed in the budget.
Mr. March stressed that there is still no prioritization of the design team ideas. Adding, that we
cannot do them a11 at once. If the entire City were surveyed, more residents would want to see
the downtown area developed than would want to see the City purchase the $300,000 lot for sale
(containing the six-plex) for future park development.
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MEMO
Date: December 23, 1999
To: Chairperson Michael Navin
Park and Recreation Committee
From: Jill Lien �
Re: Update on the Woods of Clearwater Creek
I spoke with Paul Palzer today regarding the status of the trail in the Woods of
Clearwater Creek development. Mr. Palzer informed rne that he spoke with Mr.
Travis last week. Mr. Travis stated that he is waiti�g o� �he apF�ova� on the
elevation s from the Rice Creek Watershed District. Mr. Palzer requested t�at once
the approval is in, that Mr. Travis a� �eas� i�rs�a�� t�e e�ass ffve fo� � st�b base for �he
tra.il. Mr. Palzer also has a call in to Mr. Tony Brough of ��e RCWD on the status.
Thank You! �
MEMO
Date: December 23, 1999
To: Chairperson Michael Navin
Park and Recreation Committee
From: Jill Lien
Re: Update on Gratlts
Mr. Porter and Ms. DeVine will discuss their progress on grant writing.
Thank You!
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MEMO
Date: December 23, 1999
To: Chairperson Michael Navin
Park and Recreation Committee
From: Jill Lien
Re: Ice Rink Attendant Update
Mr. Brown will give us a brief update on the Ice Rink Attendants and ,
skating/warming house issues. The pleasure rink should be ready for use by the '
holiday break. Unfortunately, the hockey rink isn't going as well. Public Works is
having trouble with "warm spots" in the ground that make it difficult to freeze
evenly.
MEMO
Date: December 23, 1999
To: Chairperson Michael Navin
Park and Recreation Committee
From: Jill Lien
Re: Family Skate Night - Doug Porter
Mr. Porter will update us on the status of obtaining the Girl Scouts to coordinate
the Family Skate Night. We have published in the monthly newsletter the following
dates for Family Skate Nights: ,
Sunday, January 9 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Sunday, January 23� 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Sunday, February 6` 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
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Jim ilflarch
To: Tom Peterson; Theresa Srenner; Ray Devine; Jim Hoeft; City Council
Subject: Week in Review 1213/99
VVee�c i� �e�+i�w
8�ilding Permits this Period = 5
Buiiding Per�riits YTD = 201
Nev►� �cmes Year ta Date = 73
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* 1 re��ived a phone call from #he president of the Lake Elma Bank. 9 am me�ting with the
president and the �EO of the bank ne� we��C Thursday. They are interesteC in buiiding cn
th� commerciai lot next to the L�ke �rsa Utiiities buildir,g. They are aware that th� Couniy
Bank has purchased a!ot on iVlain Street. They do not appear canc�rned aba�t �a�ii�g two
banks in the community. it sour,ds as i� this �anK is financing the �ew Odyssey L�res
building in the Industrial �ark. Mr. Wiilie Lsssard has don� bus�ness �viif� this bank #or
many years and has said th�i they do a great job.
* f r�ceived a phone call from a commercial reaitor that has �een in the ar�a loo�cin� for I
potentiai sites for a trucking clie�t. This realtor �as a client that is looking to construc�
samething very similar to w�at Terminai Transport built in our industrial �ark, but with a
siightly larger building (26,000 sauare feet). This realtor �vas going to bring his client out to �
view the Industrial Park.
L i r�ceived another phoRe cail irom Kellison Cornpar+y t�is we�k. They have a client thct
is looking for an industrial site. The po�entiai �usine�s is a spin off vf the new iarge
automotive fluids manufacturer that locater� next to the railroad tracks off ofi Nwy. 61 in
Hugo. They have narrowed their site selections to three locations. One of the sites is in
our lndustt Par�c. They hav� expressed interest in tax ircrement financing. Tney arn
supposed to be looking at the pro�er'ty next week.
*�Ne r�c2ived our tax sattl�eme�t for ti�e sz�ond haif of 1�99 from Anoka County. The
s��iiem�nt was approximately ��50,000.
* A meeting was held yesterday at Circle Pines with the three Administrators and the thre�
City Attorneys to finalize the language in the Tri-City Poiice Department Joint Powers
Agreement. We finished reviewing the document and the final ct�anges wiil be made with
the doc�ment available fior distribution next w�s�c. Each City pians to adopt the joint
powers agreement at their last Council msetings in Dec�mber.
* Tom Peterson called me and said that they have not complet�d the downtown feasibility
study. They are seeking additional information from Anaka County in regards to future
road construction projects and what types of crosswalks would be allowed in the County
righ#-of-way.
1 �'?3/99
'` I v received numerous calls from citizens on Center Street, Sumac Court, Iv Court
, ha e Y
and Dupre Road in regards to the rezone request for the north Kenco lot at the intersection
� of 20th Avenue and Center Street. The calls are 100% opposed to the idea of having
apartments at this location. Many callers have said that this property needs to be
developed as commercial. There should be a large turnout at the Planning and Zoning
I public hearing next week. I have informed Mr. Drilling about the early opposition to this
concept. Mr. Dri(ling has also fiied for a rezone request for the house across the street
, from City Hall. This house would be demolished and the property would be rezoned to
commercial. We sent the notices out for this public hearing and we have not heard any
comme�ts. ! have spoke to a number of people that are in favor of this idea. The Quad
never published the legal notice for this hearing, so this second hearing has been
' rescheduled for January. Mr. Drilling and the neighborhood have been notified of the
hearing change.
* I have only received one call from a gentleman who thought his taxes were too high on
his new home. The taxes are $3000 per year. 1 assume this home is in Lakeland Hills. I
have not had any other calls on residential �proAerty. I have had one call on a commercial
property that had a large increase in the property valuation. I am not expecting much of a
turn out for the truth in taxation hearing. I have spoke to numerous residents that have had
significant decreases in their residential tax bill. I will prepare handouts as always for the
hearing.
* Do not forget to place your RSVP for the holiday party!
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Jim March
From: Jim March [jmarch@goldengate.net]
Sent: Friday, December 17, 1999 9:40 AM
To: Tom Peterson; Theresa Brenner; Ray Devine; Jim Hoeft; Terry Sweeney; Mari Nelson; Dick Travis;
Linda Broussard Vickers
Subject: Week in Review 12/17/99
Week in Review
Building Permits this Period = 1
Buitding Permits YTD = 209
New Homes Year to Date = 76
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* I spoke to Dick Hubers in regards to the completion of the appraisal on the Eagle
Trucking site. I indicated that the appraisal and his asking price were in a compatible
range. Mr. Hubers mentioned that he has contracted with the Nova Group to complete the
environmental review on his property. He has spent $3500 so far on the monitoring of the
removal of the below ground fuel tank and soil sampling. It will cost him an additional
$1000 for Nova to complete the Phase I. Mr. Hubers indicated that he would cover the cost
for completing the Phase I study.
* The City received a dividend in the amount of $2,055 from the property/casualty portion
of the insurance package.
* Diane Ward and I attended a meeting yesterday at the Anoka County Government
Center on the subject of the proposed 2000 funding for the Community Development Block
Grants. The City of Centerville is slated to receive an approximate allocation of $7000 for
the year 2000. These funds can be used for various activities such as housing
rehabilitation, commercial revitalization, demolition, property acquisition, etc. Since the
fianding comes from the federal government, there are several strings attached to property
acquisition and building demolition. One of the best uses for the funds is in community
infrastructure. A possible use of the funds would be to use them towards the proposed
streetscape/watermain extension on Main Street. In 2001, the County is considering
having the communities within the County compete for the CDBG funds. This competition
would include two groups. Larger cities would compete with the larger cities. Smaller cities
would compete with the sma{fer cities. I have supported this concept for the last two years.
This would allow Centerville to compete for a larger pool of funds that could be used to
have a much more substantial project impact than the current approximate $7000 per year
entitlement. Applications for the funding have to be received by the County by February
11, 2000.
12/ 17/99
* I spoke to the Eagle Pass Townhome Association president in regards to their request for
additional street lighting in the subdivision. He agreed that we should evaluate the lighting
condition after the holiday lights have been taken down and the subdivision is more fully
developed.
* We received notice that the sidewalk damage claim by Felco Construction for 7137 Brian
Drive was ruled in favor of the City. Felco Construction was awarded $0 dollars in their
suit.
* Reminder! Council meeting is scheduled for Monday evening. Mayor Wilharber is
confident that the meeting should be complete by 8:00, so everyone can watch the Vikings
take out their frustrations on the Packers!
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December 22, 1999
Ms. Paula Hofstetter
6905 Dupre Road
Centerville, MN 55038
Re: Ice Rink Attendant Position
Dear Paula:
The Park and Recreation Committee of the City of Centerville would like thank you for your
interest in the Ice Rink Attendant position. Unfortunately, the position(s) have been filled at this
time. The City will keep your application on file for six months. Again, thank you for your time
and interest in the Ice Rink Attendant position.
Sincerely,
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Jill Lien
Secretary
cc: Park and Recreation Committee
Jim March
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CITY COUNCIL MEETING
DECEMBER 8,1999 APPROVED
6:00 p.m.
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the City Council of Centerville held their regularly
scheduled meeting on December 8, 1999, at City Hall, 1880 Main Street.
PRESENT: Mayor Tom Wilharber
Council Member Dick Travis
Council Member Terry Sweeney
Council Member Linda Broussard Vickers
ABSENT: Council Member Mari Nelson
STAFF: City Administrator, Jim March
City Clerk, Diane Ward
City Attorney, Jim Hoeft
City Engineer, Tom Peterson
I. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Wilharber called the December 8, 1999 City Council meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
II. PUBLIC HEARING (S)
Truth in Taxation Hearing — 6:00 p.m. or shortiv thereafter
Mr. March reviewed budget and tax information with Council and informed Council that
he received three calls regarding ta�ces. He also stated that the budget would not be
approved until the December 20, 1999 meeting. Additional comments from the public will
be taken at the meeting on December 20, 1999.
Mayor Wilharber opened the public hearing.
Mayor Wilharber requested that Mr. March check to see what percentage of the tax base
is commercial and residential and provide that information at the December 20`'' meeting.
Ms. Teresa Brenner and Mr. Wayne LeBlanc requested that Council consider forming a
Long Term Plannuig Committee to assist the current committees in long term planning.
She also stated that the Comprehensive Plan and the Design Team's recommendations
would guide this committee. They would be able to work on grants for various projects
because the City and its committees are busy with cunent work. They requested a budget
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of $25,000. �
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Mayor Wilharber and Council member Travis had some concern that the fornung of this
committee would overlap with the mission of other committees.
Councilmember Broussard Vickers thought the concept was a good idea.
Cauncil stated that the concept would be placed on the agenda of the next meeting.
Motion by Couacit member Broussard Vickers, seconded by Council member Travis
to close the public hearin�. Motion carried unanimously.
III. APPEARANCES/AWARDS - None
IV. CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES
November 22, 1999 Council Meetin� Minutes
Motion by Council member Broussard Vickers, seconded by Council member
Sweeney to approve the December 8, 1999 Council meetin� minutes with
corrections. Motion carried unaaimouslv.
V. PAYMENT OF CLAIMS
The Citv of Centerville November 23 through December 8 1999
Motion by Councit member Sweeney, seconded by Council member Broussard
Vickers to approve the expenditures for the City from November 23, 1999 throu�h
December 8, 1999. Motion carried unanimouslv.
Pay Request for 1999 Seal Coat
City Engineer Peterson stated that this is the final payment for this project and that the
project is approximately $26001ess than ant2cipated.
Motion by Council member Sweeney, seconded by Council member Travis to
approve the 1999 Seal Coat Pav Request. Motion carried unanimously.
Pa�Request No. 1 — Gateway
Pa Re uest No. 1— Fairview
These items were presented for information only.
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VI. SET AGENDA
Unfinished Business
4. Tri-City Police Agreement
New Business
5. Holiday Party Expenditures
Mayor Wilharber acknowledges the receipt of two letters regarding the rezoning of
property on 20`� Avenue.
VII. PETITIONS AND COMPLAINTS
VIII. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Firearms Ordinance
Mr. Mazch informed the Council of the changes suggested by the attorney and the
Planning and Zoning Commission.
Mr. A1 LaMotte spoke against the lot size limit for shooting bow and arrows.
Councilmember Sweeney stated that he is against the lot size limit for bow and arrows and �,
the discharging of BB guns and would vote against this ordinance if the sections were not �
removed.
Council member Broussard Vickers stated that the ordinance is meant to provide safety
for the community.
It was suggested that the City provide a place for the target range. Mayor Wilharber
asked the City Attorney about the liability for the City.
City Attorney Hoeft stated that the liability for the City would be great and the insurance
carrier could provide the coverage, but that it will be expensive because it is considered a
dangerous activity.
There was discussion about a non-profit sports club and if the City wanted to contribute to
the running of a range, then the liability would be removed from the City.
Mr. March stated tha.t if the ordinance passed he would contact Anoka County about the
possibility of establishing an archery range in the County park.
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r Motion bv Council member Broussard Vickers, seconded bY Council me mber Travis �
to pass Ordinance No 5, AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE #5 TO
PROTECT AND PRESERVE THE PUBLIC'S SAFETY BY REGULATING THE
DISCHARGE OF FIREARMS AND DANGEROUS WEAPONS WITHIN THE
' CITY OF CENTERVILLE and reco�nizin� that there are chaa�es that people will
not like, but it is bein� done for public safety.
AYES• Councilmembers Broussard Vickers, Travis and Mavor Wilharber
NAYS: Councilmember Sweeney
Motion carried.
City Attorney Hoeft informed the Council that in order to publish the Title and Summary
it takes a unanimous vote to pass the resolution; otherwise the ordinance will ha.ve to be
published in its entirety.
Motion bv Council member Travis, seconded by Council member Broussard Vickers
to adopt Resolution No. 99-22, APPROVING TITLE AND SUMMARY OF
ORDINANCE NO. 5, AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE #5 TO
PROTECT AND PRESERVE THE PUBLIC'S SAFETY BY REGULATING THE
DISCHARGE OF FIREARMS AND DANGEROUS WEAPONS WITHIN THE
CITY OF CENTERVILLE.
AYES• Councilmembers Broussard Vickers, Travis and Mavor_Wilharber
NAYS: Councilmember Sweenev
Motion failed.
Park and Recreation Enterprise Fund
Mr. March stated that at the Council's November 22, 1999 meeting the Park and
Recreation requested that any money left over from their budget be placed in an
Enterprise Fund that could be carried over to the nea�t year. He also stated that the
auditor would require that the Council pass a motion at the end of each year to approve
this transfer to an enterprise fund.
Council member Sweeney provided information in regards to why the Park and Recreation
would like to establish an Enterprise Fund.
Motion bv Council member Broussard Vickers, seconded by Council member Travis
to reco�nize a Park and Recreation Enterprise Fund with Council approval required
at the end of each vear for the transfer of funds. Motion carried unanimously.
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Eagle Truckin���raisal
Mr. March stated that he received the Eagle Trucking Appraisal today and that it was
close to the price that Mr. Huber was requesting for the property. He stated tha.t the next
step should be an environmental study on the property.
Council directed Mr. March to contact Mr. Huber to discuss the appraisal and indicate
that the City would like to see a Phase I Envirorunental Study. Council also directed the
City Engineer to provide a cost estixnate of this study so that Mr. March can give Mr.
Huber an indication of how much the study would cost.
Tri-City Police Department Joint Powers Agreement
Mr. March stated that the three city administrators and city attorneys met to discuss the
Tri-City Police Department Joint Powers Agreement. He stated that there were some
minor language changes, but no major changes.
City Attorney Hoeft stated that he did not have any major issues, but would like to review
it with the changes. Council directed that the agreement be brought back to the December
20, 1999 meeting for approval. I
IX. NEW BUSINESS
Rick Cazlson — Development Request I
Mr. Carlson presented the Council with an overview of his proposal for property located �
south of LaMotte Park. He also requested that he be allowed to proceed with a MLISA
Amendment to move this development up one year. He stated the impact should be
minimal in that he anticipates only four or five homes being occupied prior to 2001. He ',
wishes to ask for a Planned Unit Development with homes varying in prices from
$175,000 to $275,000.
Mr. Carlson stated that he has agreed to pay a park dedication of $2,000 per lot, all costs
associated with the MUSA amendment and complete the trail as requested by the Park and
Recreation Commission.
The consensus of Council is that Mr. Carlson proceed through the Planning and Zoning
process.
Holidav Party Expenditures
Mr. March stated that the celebration committee is asking for approval for the expenditure
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_ of an additional $150 to provide complementary hors d'oeuvres for the people who have
been invited to the Holiday Party for the commissions, committees and volunteers that
worked in some manner to better the City this past year.
Motion bv Council member Broussard Vickers, seconded bv Council member
Sweenev authorizin� the expenditure of the $150.00 for the holiday party.
Rental Ordinance Re�istration Fee
Mr. March stated that in order to proceed with the Rental Ordinance process Council
would need to set fees for registration of rental units and a penalty fee for non-compliance.
Motion bv Council member Broussard Vickers, seconded bv Council member Travis
to set the fee of $50 for the l Unit and $10.00 per unit thereafter and a Penalty Fee
of $50 00 per day for non-compliance. Motion carried unanimously.
2000 Munici�al Audit
Motion bv Council member Sweeney, seconded by Council member Travis to adopt
Resolution No. 99-22, APPROVAL OF AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF
CENTERVILLE AND ABDO, ABDO, EICK & MEYERS. Motion carried
unanimously.
Electrical Permit Fees
Mr. March presented tke new fees proposed by the Electrical Inspector.
The fees would be:
Single Family dwelling or farm dwelling $90.00 (minimum 3 inspections)
200 AMP up to 400 ANIP services $130.00 (minimum 4 inspections)
For each inspection or reinsepction $25.00
State Surchage $0.50
Motion by Council member Travis, seconded by Connci! member Sweenev to set the
new electricat permit fees as recommended. Motion carried unanimously
Reconsideration of Internet Access, Email and Web Hostin�
Motion by Council member Broussard Vickers, seconded by Council member Travis
to stay with Media Junction for web hostin� and acquire email and internet access
with Protocom (Media Junction Partnership Company).
X. CONSENT AGENDA - None
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XI. COMMITTEE REPORTS
Mayor Wilharber informed the Council of a Police Commission meeting on December 9`
at 7:00 p.m. at Circle Pines.
XII. ADMINISTRATORS REPORT
Mr. Mazch presented a letter to Council from Eagle Pass Townhome Association
regarding the need for more streetlights in the area. Council directed Mr. March to send a
letter to the association to inform that that the City will look into this matter in January,
2000.
Ms. Lorrine French asked the Council about the rezoning of the property on 20` Avenue.
Council member Broussard Vickers stated that the developer would be bringing a different
proposal to the Planning and Zoning Commission in the future.
XIII. ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Council member Broussard Vickers, seconded by Council member Travis
to adiourn the December 8, 1999 Council Meeting at 8:50 p.m. Motion carried
unanimouslv.
Respectfully submitted, ,
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Diane Ward
City Clerk, CMC
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CITY OF CENTERVILLE NOT
CITY COUNCIL MEETING AppROVED
DECEMBER 20, 1999
6:00 p.m.
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the City Council of Centerville held their regularly scheduled
meeting on December 20, 1999, at City Hall, 1880 Main Street.
PRESENT: Mayor Tom Wilharber
Council Member Dick Travis
Council Member Terry Sweeney
Council Member Linda Broussard Vickers
Council Member Mari Nelson
STAFF: City Administrator, Jim March
City Clerk, Diane Ward
City Attorney, Jim Hoeft '
City Engineer, Tom Peterson '�
I. CALL TO ORDER '
Mayor Wilharber called the December 20, 1999 City Council meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. !�
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II. PUBLIC HEARING (S) - None �
III. APPEARANCES/AWARDS
Tri-Citv Police Department Joint Powers A�reement �,
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Chief Heckman was present for the Tri-City Police Department Joint Powers Agreement and
Mayor Wilharber requested tha.t the Tri-City Police Department Joint Powers agreement be
moved to the beginning of the agenda.
Mr. Mazch noted a couple minor errors in the contract:
Section 3.1 Paragraph 2— should read "Rules and Regulations Policy"
Section 5.1.11- should be "contracting" instead of "contacting"
Section 14. l.a — should be "lessor" instead of "less"
Chief Heckman thanked Mayor Wilharber, Council and the citizens on the task force for their
participation in developing this agreement. He also stated that he felt it was an equitable
agreement for all cities involved.
Motion bv Council member Travis, seconded by Council member Nelson to approve the
Tri-Citv Potice Deuartment Joint Powers Agreement with noted changes. Motion carried
unanimously.
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Motion by Council member Sweeney, seconded by Council member Broussard Vickers to
adopt Resoiution No. 99-25, APPROVAL OF THE TRI-CITY POLICE DEPARTMENT
JOINT POWERS AGREEMENT with corrections as noted bv Mr. March. Motion carried
unaaimousl_y.
Wayne LeBlanc — Lon� Planning Committee
Mr. LeBlanc reviewed his letters with Council in regard to the duties that the Long Term Planning
Committee could assist the other commissions/committees in completing long term planning
issues.
Mayor Wilharber asked the CounciI Iiaisons if this issue has been discussed with the other
commissions/committee. The Council liaisons indicated that their respective
commissions/committees have not met since this issue was brought to Council.
Mayor Wilharber stated that this issue should be addressed at a workshop with the various
commissions/committees.
Mr. March stated that this issue was one of the items that should be addressed at the Council
Goals Workshop. It was the consensus of Council to hold a Cbuncil workshop on Wednesday,
January 19, 2000 at 6:00 p.m
Mayor Wilharber stated that an article should be placed in the newsletter letting interested people
know about this issue and tha.t it will be discussed at the January 19, 2000 workshop.
IV. CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES
December 20, 1999 Council Meeting Minutes
Motion by Council member Broussard Vickers, seconded bv Council member Travis to
approve the December 20, 1999 Council meeting minutes with corrections. Motion carried
unanimouslv.
V. PAYMENT OF CLAIMS
The Citv of Centerville December 9 through December 20, 1999
Motion by Council member Travis, seconded bv Council member Broussard Vickers to
approve the expenditures for the Citv from December 9, 1999 through December 20, 1999.
Motion carried unanimouslv.
Centennial Fire District — December Expenses
Motion bv Council member Nelson, seconded bv Council member Travis to approve the
expenditures for the December Ezpenses of the Centennial Fire District. Motion carried
unanimousi_y.
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Centennial Fire District - Payroll Expenses
Motion bv Council mem6er Brnussard Vickers, seconded bv Council member Nelson to
approve the eapenditures for the Centennial Fire District Pavroll Eguenses. Motion carried
unanimouslv.
Request for Payment - Utility Extension Fairview Street/Royal Industrial Park
City Engineer Peterson e�lained the request for payment for this project.
Mr. March recommended that the City pay the contractor directly and receive a lien waiver prior
to payment.
Motion 6v Council member Broussard Vickers, seconded bv Council member Sweenev to
approve the request for pavment for Utility Eztension Fairview Street/Roval Industrial
Park wit6 pavment directiv to the contractor upon receipt of a lien waiver. Motion carried
unanimouslv.
Request for PaXrnent — Water Interconnect
City Engineer Peterson explained the request for payment for this project. He stated they would '
hold a retainage of 5% through the winter for settlement corrections, etc.
Motion bv Council member Travis, seconded by Council member Broussard Vickers to
approve the request for payment for Water Interconnect Motion carried unanimously.
Mayor Wilha.rber stated tha.t the City should write a letter to Lino Lakes eacpressing the gratitude I �
of the City on this joint project. ''
Motion bv Council member Nelson, seconded by Council member Broussard Vickers
directing staff to prepare a letter to Lino Lakes ezuressing the Citv's gratitude on Lino
Lakes efforts and assistance on this ioint proiect. Motion carried unanimoustv. '
VI. SET AGENDA
Motion 6v Council member Travis, seconded bv Council member Sweenev to set thc
agenda. Motion carried unanimoustv.
VII. PETITIONS AND COMPLAINTS - None
VIII. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Downtown Feasibilit,�Report — Water Extension/Street Scane
City Engineer Peterson presented the water extension/street scape improvement for the
downtown azea.
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Mr. March stated that there are issues that need to be discussed and resolved before a formal
public hearing is held on this project. He suggested that Council accept the report and discuss
this project at a workshop session.
Motion bv Council member Broussard Vickers, seconded bv Council member Travis to
adopt Resolution No. 99-28, Accepting Feasibility Report for Water Eztension/Street Scape
Improvements. Motion carried unanimously.
IX. NEW BUSINESS
Consideration of Chan�ing of Telephone Service Provider
Mr. March reviewed the proposal for telephone service with Council.
Motion bv Council member NeLson, seconded bv Council member Broussard Vickers to
anprove the changin� of telephone service to McLeodUSA. Motion carried unanimousl_y.
Livable Communities Act Resolution
Mr. March stated that if the City wishes to elect to continue to participate in the Livable
Communities Program a resolution needs to be passed by Council.
Motion bv Council member Broussard Vickers, seconded bv Council member Sweenev to
adopt Resolution No. 99-26, Electing to Continue Participatins in the Local Housin�
Incentives Account Pro�ram under the Metropolitan Livable Communities Act. Motion
carried unanimousl_y.
2000 Fete des Lacs Committee
Mr. March stated that Mr. DeVine was present to request that the Fete des Lacs Committee be
recognized as a City committee and having the City be the official organization of this
subcommittee. He also stated that Council member Sweeney has agreed to be liaison to this
corrunittee.
Mr. DeVine gave a brief presentation to Council on the proposed Fete des Lacs for 2000.
Motion 6v Mavor Wilharber, seconded bv Council member NeLson to reco�nize the Fete
des Lacs committee as a Citv committee. Motion carried unanimouslv.
Cost of Livin��Increase
Mr. March reviewed salary information with the Council.
Motion bv Council member Travis, seconded bv Council member Sweenev to approve a
cost of livin� increase of 2.6% effective January 1, 2000. Motion carried unanimousl_y.
Adopt 2000 Bud�et
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Mayor Wilharber stated that the purpose of this resolution is to set the tax levy and send to Anoka
County. The proposed levy is $985,000 and the proposed General Fund Budget is 1,489,630.
Motion bv Council member Nelson, seconded bv Council member Broussard Vickers to
adopt Resolution No 99-27, Adopting 1999 Taz Lew, Collectible in 2000 with the lew
bein� $985,000 to be collected in 2000 and the General Fund Budget being $1,489,630.
X. CONSENT AGENDA
Step Increase from Grade 4 Step 2 to Grade 4 Step 3- Deputy Clerk Based Upon Satisfactorv
Performance Review
Motion bv Council member Travis, seconded bv Council member Broussard Vickers
approving the consent agenda Motion carried unanimouslv.
XI. COMMITTEE REPORTS
XII. ADMINISTRATORS REPORT
XIII. ADJOURNMENT
Motion bv Council member Broussard Vickers, seconded bv Council member Sweene_y to
adiourn the December 20, 1999 Council Meeting at 6:55 p.m. Motion carried ;
unanimously.
Respectfully submitted,
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Diane Wazd '
City Clerk, CMC
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CITY OF CENTERVILLE
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
DECEMBER 7, 1999
P�rsnant to due call and notice thereof, the Planning and Zoning Commission of the City of
Centerville held its regularly scheduled meeting at City Hall, 1880 Main Street.
PRESENT: Commission member Brian Hanson
Commission member A1 LaMotte NOT
Commission member Ray DeVine
Commission member John McLean
Commission member Rob Sheppazd APPRUVED
Commission member David Kilian
ABSENT: Chairpersan Kathy Welk
STAFF: City Administrator, Jim March
City Clerk, Diane Ward
Council Member Linda Broussard Vickers
I. CALL TO ORDER I
Commission member LaMotte called the meeting to order at 6:40 p.m.
II. APPEARANCES — None I �
III. CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES '
November 2, 1999 Planning and Zonin� Minutes
Motion bv Commission member DeVine, seconded by Commission member McLean to
approve the November 2, 1999 Planning and Zoning meeting minutes. Motion carried
unanimously.
�es: Commission members Hanson, LaMotte, DeVine, McLean, and Sheppard
Abstain: Commission member David Kilian
IV, DISCUSSION ITEMS
Fire Arm Ordinance
Commission member Hanson stated that he did not like the word "own" in Section 5.02,
Regulations. Mr. Mazch stated that he contacted the City Attorney and that this word
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should be removed from the section. He also stated tha.t he discussed with the attorney
the discharge section in relation to some of the dangerous weapons listed and the City
Attorney suggested that those items be removed from the list of dangerous weapons.
It was the consensus of the commission that Section 5.02, Regulations should read "No
person shall at any time discharge or use in a manner that may cause bodily harm or
property damage any fireaxm or dangerous weapons upon or onto any lands within the
City of Centerville except as provided by this Ordinance."
Mr. Tedd Peterson, 6933 Pheasant Lane, stated that he felt that the limitation of
discharging a bow and arrow to 2.5 acres was too high. He stated that he practices in his
back yard with the target towazds the house and shoots from approximately 20 yards and
with this section he would not be allowed to do that on his property. He also stated that
he could see addressing juvenile issues in the ordinance, but not a sweeping ordinance for
banning archery on lot sizes less than 2.5 acres.
Comrnission member LaMotte explained that there were problems with minors shooting
arrows into people's property without pazental supervision. Even after neighbor's would
talk to the parents it continued and the property owner's did not have any recourse to deal
with this issue. So it was decided that a limit had to be put on the smaller properties.
Commission member McLean stated that the commission obtained ordinances from
Champlin, Forest Lake, Anoka, Coon Rapids, Circle Pines, and Lino Lakes in the
preparation of this ordinance.
Council member Broussazd Vickers stated tha.t ordinances are to provide regulations for
what is best for the community as a whole.
Mr. Mike Carter, 6913 Sumac Court, asked what brought up the need for this ordinance
and if there are reported incidents reflecting problems with bow and arrows. He expressed
that the government is getting too much control on what people can do on their property.
Mr. March explained that the ordinance was brought to the attention of the Planning and
Zoning Commission and City Council by the police department. The police department's
ma.in concern was not the bow and arrows, but weapons, such as BB guns being
discharged in the community and no method of confiscating the weapons.
Commission member McLean moved, seconded bv Commission member Shepard to
amend the Firearm Ordinance with the chan�es in Section 5.02 and forward the
ordinance to the City Couacil.
Ayes: Commission member McLean, Shepard, Devine, Hanson
Nays: Commission member LaMotte, Killian
The Commission recommends that the Council table approval of the ordinance in order to
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receive more public input and information from the police department on the bow and
arrow issue in the ordinance.
V. PUBLIC HEARING(S)
Rezoning Request — Parcel # 23.31.22.41.0007 — 7:00 p.m
Mr. March stated that he received 15-20 calls relating to this issue and the calls were
opposing the rezoning to allow apartments.
Commission member LaMotte opened the hearing at 7:15 p.m.
Mr. Lloyd Drilling presented information reiated to the proposed rezoning of a parcel
located on 20"' Avenue from commercial to residential single family, with a special use
pernvt. The information dealt with the placement of two 24-unit apartment complexes on
the property, which would need to be rezoned.
Mr. Mike Carter, 6913 Sumac Court, asked what is going to happen when you want to
sell the apartments in 3-5 years.
Mr. Driliing stated that this would be a high rent apartment complex and that no subsidies
would be used that would require the setting aside of apartments at a reduced rent. '
Mr. Bill Krech, partner of Mr. Drilling, e�cplained that the use of Tax Increment Financing
would require a certain amount of occupancy towazds a certain rental.
Ms. Briggette Thaewald, 6947 Ivy Court, expressed concern on the height of the three- I
story building. She stated that she has a concern because the elementary school is already
full, and they rent from St. Genevieve's because they do not have room at the school. She
asked if commercial property would provide a better t� base than the proposed
apartments. She feels that owner occupied housing would be better than rental
apartments.
Ms. Mary Billingsley, 6923 Sumac Court, stated that she is concerned at what this
proposal will do to the property values of surrounding homes.
Commission member DeVine informed the audience of the possible uses that can be
allowed on this commercially zoned property.
Council member Broussard Vickers explained the process of approving ar disapproving
what type of businesses can come into the commercial area.
Mr. Tom Hanson, 1965 Center Street, stated he is concerned about property value. He
just bought his house in June.
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Mr. Jim Hoftter, 6905 Dupre, expressed that he felt commercial could be good for the
community in providing jobs, or town homes like what is north of Main Street.
Mr. Drilling stated that he didn't feel that a business would locate in this area because
there is no traffic on 20`� Avenue.
Mr. Mike Carter, 6913 Sumac Court, stated that he disagreed on the traffic issue because
people use the County Road J ramp to come into Centerville rather than use the County
Road 14 exit. He felt tha.t a strip ma.11 would succeed in this azea.
Mr. Blaine Hopp, 1949 Center Road, stated his concern is tha.t if apartment buildings are
built on this property what is to stop someone from building apartments across the street.
He also asked if there would be fences and trees for privacy.
Mr. Drilling stated that that berms, trees, and fencing would be a part of this proposal.
Mr. Mark Olson, 1934 Center Street, asked how close does the County allow you to build
to the road (20` Avenue).
Mr. Drilling stated the County requires an 80-foot setback for the building.
Mr. Joseph Steele, 6926 Sumac Court, expressed his concerns on rental apartments, the
lack of maintenance, trouble tha.t comes with some of the apartment dwellings and he has
had bad experiences with apartments. He also stated that he felt people in the apartments
would complain about snowmobiles in the area. He also stated that having Terminal
Trucking has not lowered the value of his home, but that apartments probably would.
Mr. Krech stated that he felt property values would maintain versus a blacktopping
company or construction company.
Mr. Drillings stated that some low-income apartments are like that, but that this proposal
would be on the order of what is on Highway 96.
Mr. Steele stated that may be the case, but there are very few homes around that complex.
Mr. Drilling asked the audience if they would prefer owner-occupied rather than rental in
this area. The audience responded that they would.
Commission member Hanson reviewed the proposal tha.t was submitted for north of Main
Street to rezone from commercial to town home. He stated that the concern was the
limited commercial property and if commercial were all turned to residential soon all
commercial would be gone and commercial property is a limited resource to the City.
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Ms. Brigitte Thaewald stated that she felt if it were owner-occupied they would have more
of an investment in the community and maintain the property. She also stated she would
rather see residential than commercial, and asked the reasons for wanting commercial
rather than residential.
Commission member LaMotte stated that the City wants nice businesses to bring jobs to
Centerville.
Mr. Carter stated that commercial is needed. He expressed the lack of restaurants in
Centerville.
Council member Broussard Vickers informed the audience that there have been businesses
interested in Centerville, but for one reason or another those plans fell through.
Mr. Mazch explained a previous proposal for the property north of County Road 14, east
of Willow Glen that was before Council. He also stated that Council had no interest in
rezoning the commercial property. He also explained that if a company wishes to place a
business on commercial property and it meets the criteria of the commercial zoning,
Council has to defend its reasons for denial of a particulaz business.
Mr. Peterson asked if there was any other property avaiIable for this type of building.
Mr. Drilling stated no, and that the closer you get to Main Street the price of the property I
increases. '
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Council member Broussard Vickers provided information on the County Road 14 issue, '
County plans for this road, that the County wants to provide a way for people from Lino
Lakes to get to 35E, what they will and will not allow. ;
Council member Broussard Vickers stated that she understands some want to leave it '�
commercial, but she asked the audience that if it goes residential if they want it to be
owner-occupied as opposed to apartments. The audience responded affirmatively.
Mr. March explained that if this issue goes before the City Council if residents would
prefer to see it residential rather than commercial it has to be voiced at the City Council
and the past practice of Council has been not to rezone commercial.
Mr. Drilling stated that town homes wouid be a nice addition to Centerville.
Mr. Hopp stated that if this would proceed would there be a playground for kids and
would pets be allowed.
Mr. Drilling stated that green space would have to be incorporated into the plan.
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Mr. Peterson stated that he felt this could be rezoned easier if it was owner-occupied
residential rather than rental. He also stated that commercial would be good for the
community to provide jobs for teenagers in the area.
Commission member DeVine moved, seconded bv Commissioner Killian to close the
public hearin�. Motion carried unanimously.
Commission member DeVine moved, seconded bv Commissioner Sheppard to table
the rezoning contingent on the Developer signing an eztension to the 60-day Council
approval requirement.
Ayes: Commission members Kilian, LaMotte, DeVine, McLean, and Sheppard
Abstain: Commission member Hanson.
IV. NEW BUSINESS
Public Works Rec�uest for Proposals
Mr. March reviewed the request for proposals that is being sent to potential developers for
the Public Work site and stated that the residents in the area were also notified of the
City's intention for this property.
Set Workshop Dates for Ordinance #4 Rewrite
The Commission set the following dates in January for workshops on the Ordinance #4
rewrite for Tuesdays, January 18 and 25, 2000.
V. ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Commission member Kitian, seconded by Commission member Hanson
to adjourn the meeting at 8:35 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
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Diane Wazd
City Clerk
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+ CENTE�Z`�II�LE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMl�"�ITTEE
• P.EGULAR 1VI�ETING 1bIINUTES
NOVElV:�ER 16, 1999
Pursuant to due call and notice the*eof, the CenterviIle Economic Development Committe� held their
regularly scheduled meeting on November 16, 1999 at City Ha11, 1880 Main Street.
Present: EDC Chairperson Tim R�hbine
Committee Member Mary Capra
Committe� Member Lori Dorn
Cammittee Member Paul Mar,tair�
Committee Member John Magill
Committee Member Betsy Schelle:
Committee Member ntichelle Moser
Cauncil Member D�ck Tra�7s
Staff- EDC/Staff Liaison Aimee Fairbrothe:
Absent: Nocie
CALL TO ORDER
Chairperson Tim Rehbine called the me�ting to order at 7:10 p.m.
APPROVAL OF ML�iUTES ��
Nlotia^ bv Ms. Dorn to approve the October 16, 19Q9 r:��etin2 minutes. 1l�Ir. Nlontain s��ond�d the II
motiQn. All in favor. M�e±aon carri��. I
OLD BUSINESS I
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DESIGI�' TEANZ — "ID�,A� IN ACTI�N"
A. �3istorical Properties. Ms. Capra briefed the committee on the "Historical Register
Guidelines" for properties that qualify to be on the registry. Ms. Capra suggested
contacting property owners in the City who have a property older than 50 years old, to see
if they have an interest in preserving the historical value of their property. Ms. Capra ���ill
identify property owners who qualify, and together with A�s. Dorn will draft a letter for
the property o�vners regarding possible historical value. The letter �vould be sent along
�i�ith a"Commonly asked Questions" brochure for their review. If property owners show
an interest in the historical preservation, EDC would investigate further the registration
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procedures and the guidelines for the Minnesota State Historical Society. Ms. Capra •
added she ��vould like to have this item remain as an agenda item for further discussion if
changes arise.
B. Portable Ezhebits. The committee commented that the exhibits v��ould be more E�isually
appealing as well as easier to display if the exhibits were paced on an easel.
Motion bv Ms. Capra, seconded bv Mr. Ma�ill to rsurchase three easels for the ase
af disnlavin� the Design Team qortable exhibits.
C. Phase I. n�Ir. Rehbine indicated interest in moving for«�ard writh Design Team ideas and
concepts. Ms. Fairbrother indicated that at the October 26, 1999 City Council
Workshop, l��ir. March addressed the public ��vorks site appraisal, and the cost of bringin;
water to the site. Along with conducting a feasibility report for the water main e�ension
to do�mtov��n, Cit�� Engineer Tom Peterson will also be submitting an idea/project cost
e��aluation on the Design Team ideas for "streetscapes" in that area. (Historic lighting,
decorative sideti;=alk, etc.). Council ��Iember Travis indicated that he would update the
committee on the feasibility study results when it is completed.
STAR CITY GQ4LS ANiJ OBJECTIVES
The committee discussed possible activities that v��ould incorpo:ate Star City Goal I�umber l,
Objective Number 3, Task D ���r.ich reads: "Organize �vinter activities to draw more customers to
local businesses." Ideas included: A snowshoeing event, winter Olympics, sleigh rides, cross
countr;�-ski races, snow/ice sculpture contest, and multi-level events throughout a��veekend.
T'he focus of the activities would be to benefit local businesses by providing increased foot trafi�c,
and possibly establish a coupon book.
The committee ti��ill bring back ideas to the D�cember meeting for discussion. The committee
��vould like to put together a plan for presentation at the May business appreciation dinner, with
intent to incorporate the activities next ���nter.
Mr. F.ehbir.� indicz.ted he ���ould like this item to remain on the agenda, and noted if there is an
�cti��ity!e�.�ent the com.mittee could put together for this �:�inter, it would be a great benefit for the
residents, businesses and the City.
SP�CIhL IIt�: L�:LT,�.. � U�TL �
:��Is. Fairbrother distributed a balance statement prepared by Deputy Clerk Teresa Bender. The
committee felt the statement was missing some expenses, and also questioned the I�
Revenues of $1062.Q0. Ms. Fairbrother will discuss these items «ith Ms. Bender, and provide the
committee with an updated Special Revenue Fund balance statement at the December EDC
meeting.
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GOOD NEIGHBOR PACKETS
l��Ir. Fairbrother stated Ms. Dorn and herself are continuing to ��ork on the Good Neighbor
Packets, and they are focusing on having the packets complete by January 2000.
OrZBIiYAI�'CE L?PDATE
❑ Rental Qrdinance - Being revised and taken back to Council.
� Animal Ordinance - Passed, will go into ef�ect January 2000.
❑ Firearm Ordinance = Draft is being re��iewed by the attorney and chief of police.
❑ Zoning Ordinance = Discussion v�,�ill resume at the December meeting. The Planning
and Zoning Commission «�iIl be holding «�orkshops in addition to their regular scheduled
meeting to �:�ork o:� Ordinance #4.
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.Aimee Fairbrother read a letter submitted by Monica Travis to the committe�. Ms. Tra��is
indicated she is a charter member of the YMCA branch board of directors. n�s. TraE�is has been I,
«,�orking ���ith the I'MCA Executive Director Darrell SilE�erness. The committee is currently �
��-orking on developing four sub-committees cansisting of the follo��.�ing: ,
A. Financial Development Committee
B. Board/Volunteer Development Committee
C. Program Comm:ttee
D. Facilities Committe�
:��s. Tra��s also sent an ir.formational sheet that describes, in general the Y1��ICA project as ���ell as
ofFers answers to many questions that surround the project. Ms. Fairbrother �vilt include copies of
the letter and informational sheet in the next packet. ,
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�l�Iotion to adiourn at 8•37 p m. was ma�+e bv Ms. Capra seconded bv Ms. Dorn. MotiQn
cac-reed unanimouslv
Respectfully Submitted,
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Aimee Fairbrother
EDC/Staff Liaisoil
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