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Home My WebLink About2009 12-15 CC MINUTESCITY OF GEM LAKE, MN City Hall - 4200 Otter Lake Road Gem Lake, MN 55110-3763 Minutes of Gem Lake City Council Meeting 15 December 2009 The regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Gem Lake was called to order by Mayor Uzpen on Tuesday, December 15, 2009 at 7:00 pm in the. Gem Lake City Hall meeting room. The following members were present: Mayor Robert Uzpen, Cauncilmernbers Gretchen Artig-Swomley, Thomas Rasmussen, and James Lindner: Councilmember Charles Watson was not present. Other members of the public attended per the sign in sheet sent around the room. APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND MEETING MINUTES City Council Agenda: Mayor Uzpen called for additions, deletions and corrections to the agenda. No corrections were made. Upon motion by Councilmember Lindner, and seconded by Councilmember Artig-Swomley, the agenda was approved for December 15, 2009. Ayes 4, Nays— 0. City Council November Meeting Minutes: The November 17, 2009 minutes were presented and corrections were needed. Upon motion by Councilmember Artig-Swomley, and seconded by Councilmember Rasmussen, the minutes of November 17, 2009 were accepted with corrections being made. Ayes — 4, Nays — 0. Planning Commission October Meeting Minutes: The October 6, 2009 rninutes were presented and corrections were needed. Upon motion by Councilmember Rasmussen and seconded by Councilmember Artig-Swomley, the October 6, 2009 minutes were accepted with corrections being made. Ayes - 4, Nays — 0. OLD BUSINESS City Newsletter — December 2009: Councilmember Artig-Swomley feels we need to print a December and January newsletter versus having a combined January newsletter. The front page will consist of articles on the new single sort recycling and how to notify Jean if any resident will be gone for the winter season. Also mentioned was an article on the straightening of Highway 61 in the early 1900's. Once again letting the residents know that they can get the Look for us on the World Wide Web atgemlakemn.org Gem Lake City Council Meeting Page 2 of 5 newsletter electronically versus the mail. A few more articles will be on the water testing and the 2010 Budget for Gem Lake. Januarys newsletter will have all the accomplishments in 2009 and reflect on the year with Mayor Uzpen. Surface Water Project Plan: Mayor Uzpen stated that the permit for 2008 was approved and all penalties were forgiven. Justin Gese from SEH will be making a current map for the City of Gem Lake as to where the in-falls/out-falls are located in the City. Water Testing: Councilmember Lindner updated the City Council that he called Ramsey County and requested 30 test kits for the residents to test their water. When testing does occur the residents need to produce their water sample in the morning and drop it off at the city hall for delivery. The cost of the testing is $20.00 per kit, which the City of Gem Lake will cover. The City Council will pick a date for residents to pick up the kits and deliver the samples to City Hall. The date when agreed upon will be in the newsletter. Councilmember Lindner will try to get the kits within the week. Flag Pole: Councilmember Lindner updated the City Council that Washington County has not taken the flagpoles down yet, so project will move forth in the spring of 2010. NEW BUSINESS Assessment for Scheuneman Road: Mayor Uzpen addressed the City Council about the. Public Hearing for this meeting and had sent to each City Council member that all businesses were sent a letter discussing their portion of the levy. It was decided to open the Public Hearing first as advised by Gem Lake's Attorney Trevor Oliver. PUBLIC HEARING. The public hearing on the assessment for Scheuneman Road — Resolution 2009- 20 was opened at 7:22 p.m. to the affected property owners for discussion. No comments were made from the public. Mayor Uzpen closed the public hearing at 8:23 p.m. Attorney Trevor Oliver noted for the record that the City Council called the item and no one has delivered any written objections prior to or at the public hearing. Mayor Uzpen asked the City Council if they had any questions. The levy is set up that they will be billed and they have 30 days to pay the levy in full or 2% interest per year over five years. Upon motion by Councilmember Artig- Swomley and seconded by Councilmember Lindner, Resolution 2009-20 passes. Ayes 4, Nays — 0. Look for us on the World Wide Web at gemlakemn.org. Gem Lake City Council Meeting Page 3 of 5 Resolution 2009-23 — Approval of the 2010 Fee Schedule: Attorney Trevor Oliver stated that Gem Lake could do certain fees by resolutions and other fees by ordinances. It is a new way going forward. Attorney Oliver gave handouts to the Council members and discussed the changes and suggestions. Upon motion by Councilmember Artig-Swomley and seconded by Councilmember Rasmussen, Resolution 2009-23 was accepted and passes. Ayes — 4, Nays — 0. Resolution 2009-24 - Country Lounge. Charitable Gambling: John Wayne Barker, Executive Director and Wendy Busch from Merrick, Inc. were present at the meeting to explain what their company does. They manage 10 pull -tab sites in Ramsey County and Country Lounge approached them to manage the pull - tabs. They are licensed and bonded brings reputation and quality. Upon motion by Councilmember Lindner and seconded by Artig-Swomley. A voice vote was also taken: Mayor Uzpen — yes, Councilmember Lindner — yes, Councilmember Rasmussen — yes and Councilmember Artig-Swomley — yes. Resolution 2009- 24 was accepted with changes and passes. Ayes — 4, Nays — 0. Resolution 2009-25 Country Lounge Renewal of Liquor License: The City Council reviewed the renewal documents and upon motion by Councilmember Rasmussen and seconded by Lindner; a voice vote was taken: Mayor Uzpen — yes, Councilmember Lindner — yes, Councilmember Rasmussen — yes, and. Councilmember Artig-Swomley — yes. Resolution 2009-25 was accepted with date changes and passes. Ayes 4, Nays— 0. Resolution 2009-26 — Country Lounge Renewal of Tobacco License: The City Council reviewed the renewal documents and upon motion by Councilmember Lindner and seconded by Councilmember Artig-Swomley with date changes and a voice vote was taken: Mayor Uzpen yes, Councilmember Lindner — yes, Councilmember Rasmussen yes, and Councilmember Artig- Swomley yes. Resolution 2009-26 was accepted with date changes and passes. Ayes — 4, Nays — 0. Resolution 2009-27 — Gem Lake Hills LLC Renewal of Liquor License: The City Council reviewed the renewal documents and upon motion by Councilmember. Rasmussen and seconded by Councilmember Artig-Swomley with the date changes and a voice vote was taken: Mayor Uzpen yes, Councilmember Lindner — yes, Councilmember Rasmussen - yes, and Councilmember Artig-Swomley yes. Resolution 2009-27 was accepted with date changes and passes. Ayes — 4, Nays — 0,. Claims for December: The bills for December were discussed and authorized to pay. Mayor Uzpen stated that some of the checks have already been sent out. Upon motion by Councilmember Artig-Swomley and seconded by Councilmember Rasmussen, motion passes. Ayes - 4, Nays — 0. Look for us on the World Wide Web atgemlakemn.org Gem Lake City Council Meeting Page 4 of 5 Monthly Financial Report: Mayor Uzpen had the City Council look over the handouts they received. The 2010 budget will be on the web -site. Open Items for Council Members: Mayor Uzpen stated that Mike Johnson, the Code Enforcer for White Bear Township, noticed that the ditch ravine on Scheuneman Road was being filled in with dirt from the renter on the property next to it. Mike walked by the bluff and the railroad tracks and the tracks were covered. It was decided by the Council that this needs to be addressed immediately and for the resident to understand what the ordinances are and needs to put an erosion control in place. Attorney Oliver suggested sending out a cease and existing letter to the tenant of the property. The City Council will investigate this matter further, The second item discussed was the conditional use permit allowing Four Season Auto Repairs and Sales. The permit allows for sale of 20 cars along side and in the back of the parking lot. The front parking lot was for the auto repair shop. Mayor Uzpen will look further into this and report to the City Council. Mayor Uzpen received a certified letter from FEMA. They are asking the City Council of Gem Lake to do a new flood map. There will also be a need to create an ordinance and map for flood areas and residents in those areas to get flood insurance. This project must be finalized by June 2010. Attorney Oliver will create an ordinance so residents can obtain flood insurance. Another item on January's agenda will be Administration Traffic Citations, which will be presented by Attorney Oliver. FUTURE COUNCIL MEETINGS Workshop Meeting: January 4, 2010 at 7:00 p.m. City Council Meeting: January 19, 2010 at 7:00 p.m. Look for us on the World Wide Web at gemlakemn.org Gem Lake City Council Meeting Page 5 of 5 ADJOURN The December 15, 2009 regular meeting of the City Council was adjourned at 8:44 p.m. Upon motion by Councilmember Lindner, and seconded by Councilmember Artig-Swomley, the City Council meeting was adjourned. Ayes —4Nays —0. APPROVED: ATTEST: Julie Newkirk Recording Secretary ATTEST: Robert Uzpen Mayor Lookfor us on the World Wide Web at gemlakemn.org