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HomeMy WebLinkAbout03-25-2002 Council MinutesMINUTES OF THE ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING Monday, March 25, 2002 • 7:00 o'clock p.m. ROLL The Council met on the above - mentioned date with the following members present: Mayor Barbara Peterson, Council Members Jay Nygard, Jim White, Richard Flint, and Bob Sansevere. Representing Staff were City Administrator Ron Moorse, Planning Director Mike Gaffron, City Attorney Tom Barrett, Zoning Administrator Paul Weinberger, City Engineer Tom Kellogg, Public Services Director Greg Gappa, and Recorder Jackie Young. Mayor Peterson called the meeting to order at 7:07 p.m. CONSENT AGENDA ( #1) Approve /Amend Items 5, 9, 15, 17, 18, and 22 were added to the Consent Agenda, and Item #8 was removed from the Consent Agenda. Flint moved, White seconded, to approve the Consent Agenda as amended. VOTE: Ayes 5, Nays 0. • INTERVIEWS ( #2) Lake Minnetonka Communications Commission Robert Albertson addressed the City Council regarding the vacancy on the Lake Minnetonka Communications Commission. Albertson stated he is interested in serving on the LMCC because he has a vast experience in communications and in dealing with the regulations that govern that industry. Albertson indicated he would like to see some improvements made to the Commission, and in his opinion his past experience in dealing with the communications industry will aid him in making these improvements. Albertson stated he would like to see the service improved and a review of the rates conducted. Albertson noted he does hold an FCC license. Flint expressed some frustration on the lack of ability of the Council to have an impact at the local level, noting the accomplishments Albertson has achieved over the years have been achieved at the state level. Albertson stated the FCC oversees the communications industry, and that in his view he has the ability to approach the agency for assistance. Albertson stated he would take a pro- active role in improving the rates and service. Flint commented in his opinion any changes to the cable commission would need to take place at the state level. • Peterson indicated the Council would be making their decision at the next Council meeting. Peterson inquired whether Albertson would be interested in keeping his name on the list if he is not selected this time. PAGE 1 MINUTES OF TBE ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING Monday, March 25, 2002 7:00 o'clock p.m. • (Interviews, Continued) Albertson stated he would like to keep his name on the list and possibly would be interested in serving as an alternate on the Planning Commission. Keith Erickson addressed the City Council regarding the vacancy on the Lake Minnetonka Communications Commission. Erickson indicated he has resided in Orono since 1991, and has lived in Minnesota since 1984. Erickson stated he became interested in serving on the Commission when he saw the ad in the newspaper in February, noting he does have the time available to devote to this position. Erickson stated he has some experience in the communications industry, and holds an FCC radio and telephone license. Erickson stated he also has worked for the utilities industry. Mayor Peterson inquired what interest Erickson has in sitting on this Board. Erickson commented he is interested in serving on the Board from the technical standpoint, with his hobby being in radio. Mayor Peterson inquired whether Erickson is knowledgeable about the cable franchise. Erickson indicated he is a current cable subscriber and is neutral at this point on the services and rates • currently being provided by the Commission. Mayor Peterson inquired whether Erickson would be interested in keeping his name on the list and possibly serving in some other role in the City in the event he is not selected to serve on this Commission. Erickson stated he would be. Sansevere inquired what role Erickson viewed he would serve on the Commission for the City of Orono. Erickson stated he is unsure what his role would be, but would be willing to provide whatever input he can. Sansevere inquired whether he would prefer serving on the Planning Commission rather than the cable commission. Erickson stated in his view his talents would be better served on the cable commission. White commented the City is currently encountering issues with cellular towers, noting the City currently does not have an engineer on staff to address those issues. Mayor Peterson stated the Council would be making their decision at the next Council meeting. • PAGE 2 MINUTES OF THE ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING Monday, March 25, 2002 • 7:00 o'clock p.m. APPROVAL OF MINUTES *( #3) Regular Council Meeting of March 11, 2002 Flint moved, White seconded, to approve the minutes of the Regular Council meeting of March 11, 2002. VOTE: Ayes 5, Nays 0. PARK COMMISSION COMMENTS — Andrew McDermott, Representative McDermott stated the Park Commission will be proceeding forward with the items the Council recommended at the work session held earlier this evening. PLANNING COMMISSION COMMENTS — Dan Kluth, Representative Kluth indicated the Planning Commission has had a work session recently, with another one scheduled for this Thursday. Kluth stated the Planning Commission is considering holding regularly scheduled work sessions to help address the number of issues that need to be considered in the upcoming year. • PUBLIC COMMENTS None ZONING ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT ( #4) #02 -2745 ILONA AND KENNETH PETERSON, 1074 WILDHURST TRAIL — VARIANCES, RESOLUTION NO. 4774 Ken Peterson, Applicant, and Jack Carter, Contractor, were present. Weinberger stated the Applicant is requesting variances to permit land alteration and construction of a garage /enclosed walkway that encroaches 24' into a required 26' wetland buffer. Weinberger stated the lot is currently vacant and lies within the LR -1B, Single Family Lakeshore Residential District. The City's Flood Plain and Wetlands Management Ordinance does not permit filling, grading, excavation, hardcover and structures within a protected wetland and within 26' of the edge of the wetland. A variance is also required to permit the garage to be located 17.76' from the front property line, where a 35' setback is required. Weinberger indicated the proposed garage is a two -level building with driveway access to each level. Weinberger noted this property was originally created in 1991, as part of the Wildhurst Estates development, and at the time it was created was a conforming lot. Weinberger stated since 1991, however, the way in which wetlands are delineated has changed, which has resulted in the location of • the edge of the wetland and the area of the lot being changed. The size of the lot, including the wetlands, is slightly over two acres. PAGE 3 MINUTES OF THE ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING Monday, March 25, 2002 7:00 o'clock p.m. • ( #02 -2745 Ilona and Kenneth Peterson, Continued) Weinberger stated the applicants had designed their original house based on wetland information that was determined in 1991, before the Wetland Conservation Act rules for delineation were established, which has resulted in the need for some additional variances. A variance to permit new construction on the property of less than one acre is now required as the expanded delineated wetland has reduced the dry buildable area to less than one acre. Weinberger noted the Applicants have mitigated an area totaling 2,180 square feet as additional wetland and buffer area on the property. The total amount of the buffer area being impacted by the project is approximately 1,500 square feet. The Planning Commission did review the original proposal and recommended the garage be shifted out of the wetland area, even if that meant an encroachment into the street setback. The Applicant has revised his plans, with the garage being shifting closer to the street, and is now located completely outside the wetland. The Planning Commission recommended approval of the revised plan by a vote of 7to0. Weinberger noted the sewer line had been relocated 10 feet north of the south property line, not on the property line. Flint stated he did not put this item on the Consent Agenda due to the number of conditions outlined in Staff's Report, but that he does not have a problem with the application given the vote of the Planning Commission. • Mayor Peterson inquired whether the applicant has any questions regarding the conditions contained in Staff's report. Peterson stated he does not have a problem with the conditions and is willing to work with Staff to address them. Nygard stated according to the drawing, there appears to be a large amount of wetland, and questioned how far the house would be located from the lake. Weinberger stated the deck portion on the front of the house is set back approximately 85 feet from the lake. Nygard inquired what the structural coverage is on the lot. Weinberger indicated the hardcover in the 75 -250' setback area is just under 14 percent, noting he did not calculate structural lot coverage because they were well under the 15 percent limit. Nygard inquired whether the wetland area is included in the calculations. Weinberger stated when hardcover calculations are determined, they do include wetland areas because they absorb water, but noted that wetland areas are not included in the calculation of buildable lot area. • PAGE 4 MINUTES OF THE ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING Monday, March 25, 2002 • 7:00 o'clock p.m. • ( #02 -2745 Ilona and Kenneth Peterson, Continued) Flint moved, White seconded, to approve and adopt RESOLUTION NO. 4774, a Resolution Granting Variances to Ilona and Kenneth Peterson, 1074 Wildhurst Trail, subject to the seven conditions outlined in the March 20, 2002 Planner's Report. VOTE: Ayes 5, Nays 0. *( #5) #02 -2746 MARK FINNEY, 3210 NORTH SHORE DRIVE — VARIANCES — RESOLUTION NO. 4775 White moved, Flint seconded, to approve and adopt RESOLUTION NO. 4775 a Resolution Renewing Variances to Mark Finney, 3210 North Shore Drive, subject to the conditions outlined in the March 20, 2002 Planner's Report. VOTE: Ayes 5, Nays 0. *( #6) #02 -2756 DAVID AND JODI DALVEY, 1520 BOHNS POINTS ROAD — CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT — RESOLUTION NO. 4776 Flint moved, White seconded, to approve and adopt RESOLUTION NO. 4776, a Resolution Granting a Conditional Use Permit for David Dalvey and Jodi Dalvey, 1520 Bohns Point Road. VOTE: Ayes 5, Nays 0. ( #7) #02 -2757 TERRANCE C. JOHNSON, 1045 LINDEN LANE — RENEWAL VARIANCES — RESOLUTION NO. 4777 Terrance Johnson, Applicant, was present. Weinberger stated the Applicants have applied for a variance renewal application to renew variances originally approved in 1992. The variances approved additions to the existing residence and adding three to four courses of block under the existing house to raise the ceiling height of the walkout level of the house. The approval was required to permit expansion of the existing house located within 75' lakeshore setback. A variance to hardcover in the 75 -250' setback was required to permit a number of improvements to the property. The property owner has indicated he was advised by the City that the application would not require yearly renewals. The variances expired one year from the date of approval. The Applicant has indicated the intent is to complete the project in stages, with the raising of the foundation to occur first. The Planning Commission recommended approval of this application on a 6 to 1 vote. The Planning Commission expressed concerns relating to drainage and the condition of the building foundation. Weinberger noted the primary issues with the drainage were dealt with in 1992. The approval of the variances was based on the information the Planning Commission received that the foundation was in good condition and would not need replacement. The Applicant was informed that any structural work • to the foundation would require a new variance application, with the project being considered new construction at that point. PAGE 5 MINUTES OF THE ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING Monday, March 25, 2002 7:00 o'clock p.m. • ( #02 -2757 Terrance Johnson, Continued) Flint noted he did not put this item on the Consent Agenda due to the number of conditions outlined in the Staff's Report. Flint inquired whether the Applicant is agreeable to the conditions. Johnson stated he is. Sansevere moved, White seconded, to approve and adopt RESOLUTION NO. 4777, a Resolution Renewing Variances to Terry Johnson and Jonell Johnson, 1045 Linden Lane, subject to the conditions outlined in the March 20, 2002 Planner's Report. VOTE: Ayes 5, Nays 0. ( #8) #02 -2758 ROBERT D. PIEPER, 3995 NORTH SHORE DRIVE — AFTER -THE -FACT CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT — RESOLUTION NO. 4778 Robert Pieper, Applicant, was present. Pieper stated he is unsure why it was listed as after - the -fact since the unit has never been occupied. Weinberger stated it was listed as an after - the -fact conditional use permit because the permits originally showed only rough -in work and permits were not obtained for the work that was completed. Weinberger stated the City was told the unit would only be roughed in and not finished. • Pieper stated the building inspector was in the unit a number of times and did not say anything about a conditional use permit being required. Mayor Peterson stated a conditional use permit is required before anyone can reside in the apartment. Pieper stated they decided to go forward with finishing the apartment off to avoid the mess from the construction later on. Pieper indicated he has constructed a number of homes in the past, but was unaware a conditional use permit was necessary. Pieper requested the extra fee be waived since he was not aware he needed a conditional use permit. Pieper reiterated the building inspector inspected the site a number of times and did not mention the need for another permit. Pieper stated he does not have a problem with the permit fee, but questioned why the fee needs to be doubled. Pieper stated the inspector has not issued the final occupancy certificate. Nygard indicated he has recently applied for a permit, and without his experience on the Planning Commission, he would have had difficulty complying. Mayor Peterson stated the property owner needs to obtain a conditional use permit for the apartment. Sansevere noted the applicant did indicate he has constructed a number of other homes in the past and should have been aware of the need for the permit. Pieper stated he did obtain the appropriate permits for construction of the house, but reiterated he was not aware the apartment would need a conditional use permit. PAGE 6 MINUTES OF THE ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING Monday, March 25, 2002 • 7:00 o'clock p.m. • ( #02 -2758 Robert Pieper, Continued) Kluth indicated the Planning Commission cannot measure the intent of the person applying for an after - the -fact permit, and the Planning Commission tends to treat every applicant the same in applying fees. Nygard concurred that the City needs to be consistent when applying fees. Sansevere inquired whether the City has waived this type of fee in the past. Gaffron stated normally the City does not waive after - the -fact fees for contractors but on occasion has waived after - the -fact fees for homeowners where a contractor is not involved. Gaffron stated in his view the contractor and owner might have been unaware that a conditional use permit was needed but should have known that a building permit would be needed. Gaffron suggested the Council consider waiving the double fee portion of the conditional use permit but charging a double fee on the building permit for the guest apartment, and to waive the double permit fee for the CUP. Nygard moved, White seconded, to approve and adopt RESOLUTION NO. 4778, a Resolution Approving an After - the -Fact Conditional Use Permit for Robert D. Pieper, 3995 North Shore Drive, with the applicant being charged a double permit fee on the building permit for the guest apartment only. VOTE: Ayes 5, Nays 0. *( #9) #02 -2759 JOHN COLLETTE, 2160 WEST WAYZATA BOULEVARD — CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT — RESOLUTION NO. 4779 Flint moved, White seconded, to approve and adopt RESOLUTION NO. 4779, a Resolution Granting a Conditional Use Permit to John Collette, 2160 West Wayzata Boulevard. VOTE: Ayes 5, Nays 0. *( #10) #02 -2760 JAMES CUSACK, 4140 HIGHWOOD ROAD — VARIANCES, RESOLUTION NO. 4780 Flint moved, White seconded, to approve and adopt RESOLUTION NO. 4780, a Resolution Granting Variances to James Cusack and Christine Grace, 4140 Highwood Road. VOTE: Ayes 5, Nays 0. ( #11) #02 -2763 CLAYT AND JULIE ANN TABOR, 960 NORTH BROWN ROAD — SKETCH PLAN REVIEW Clayt and Julie Ann Tabor, Applicants, were present. Weinberger stated the Applicants are requesting a sketch plan review to split two lots previously • combined. The lots were combined in 1984, with the property now totaling 3.66 acres. Based on the property having only 3.66 acres, it is not possible to subdivide the property without granting a lot area variance for one of the properties for a lot less than two acres. PAGE 7 MINUTES OF THE ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING Monday, March 25, 2002 7:00 o'clock p.m. • ( #02 -2763 Clayt and Julie Tabor, Continued) The Planning Commission reviewed this item at their March meeting and has requested the Council review this application because it would require either rezoning or granting of a lot area variance. The consensus of the Planning Commission was that this request is not consistent with the City's Comprehensive Plan, Zoning Ordinance, and Subdivision Ordinance. Weinberger stated this property has recently been included in the MUSA, but noted that the City's Comprehensive Plan is clear in stating that including rural properties into the MUSA area did not mean these are properties intended for rezoning or higher density development. The Planning Commission did review this item at their March meeting, and since it was a sketch plan review, did not make a formal recommendation. The Planning Commission did look at, however, the precedent that might be set by approving this lot division and the fact that this subdivision is not consistent with what the City has done in the past. Weinberger noted Staff has identified two occasions when a subdivision was approved that created lots less than the required lot area for the respective zoning district since the rezoning of the City in 1975. Sansevere inquired whether the property owners were aware they were in a two -acre district at the time they purchased the property. Tabor stated they were aware of that and were told by the real estate agent that they could possibly subdivide the property. Tabor indicated they have been approached by some people recently who currently live in Long Lake and are being displaced by the new Highway 12 corridor about the possibility of buying a portion of their property. Tabor stated the development adjacent to their property consists of 22 homes, all of which are less than one acre. Tabor stated the largest property located in this area is slightly over two acres, which is adjacent to their property. Tabor stated if the lots were subdivided, the 1.66 acre lot would not be inconsistent with what is currently in the area. Tabor commented they would like to continue to reside in Orono, but are forced to consider relocating because they are financially unable to renovate their house without selling a portion of their property. Tabor stated only one neighbor has expressed a concern with the proposal out of the 23 properties. Sansevere expressed a concern that approval of this request would result in a precedent being set, and stated this could open up the door to others who want to subdivide their lots that do not meet the minimum lot size standard. Tabor questioned whether a precedent would be set, noting there are possibly two or three lots that would fall into that scenario. White questioned how many parcels have been combined into a single parcel that originally were separate parcels. Gaffron stated there are quite a few combined lots in the Navarre area, Saga Hill, and Casco Point area. Gaffron indicated the philosophy of the City has been to encourage combination of small lots to prevent PAGE 8 MINUTES OF THE ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING Monday, March 25, 2002 • 7:00 o'clock p.m. ( #02 -2763 Clayt and Julie Tabor, Continued) higher density in certain areas, such as the Crystal Bay area, noting two acre zoning is standard for this area. Flint stated he is cognizant of the discussion that the Council had at the time the decision was made to extend the MUSA area, noting that it was made very clear at that time that this type of lot would not be allowed to be subdivided since there are other issues involved besides septic. Sansevere reiterated he has a concern that this would create a precedent and result in a number of people requesting their lots be split. Sansevere stated he would have a hard time supporting this type of application. Mrs. Tabor commented they would not be changing the character of the neighborhood since there are already a number of lots less than the two acre minimum. White stated he has viewed the site, noting the City Attorney has advised against doing this type of lot division in the past. Sansevere commented this is a tough decision to make in light of the fact that the Tabors are taxpayers and volunteers in the community, but that the Council must do what is in the best interests of the City. • Mayor Peterson and Flint indicated they also would not be able to support this type of request. White encouraged the Tabors to look at their other options prior to making the decision to relocate. The City Council took no formal action on this item. *( #12) #02 -2765 DAVID CARLSON, 740 WILLOW DRIVE SOUTH — VARIANCE RENEWAL, RESOLUTION NO. 4781 Flint moved, White seconded, to approve and adopt RESOLUTION NO. 4781, a Resolution Granting Variances to Lot Area and Lot Width to David Carlson, 740 Willow Drive South. VOTE: Ayes 5, Nays 0. PLANNING COMMISSION COMMENTS, CONTINUED Kluth stated when the Planning Commission reviewed the Johnson application, the Planning Commission gave deference to the past decision of the City Council since this was labeled as a variance renewal. Kluth suggested in the future if variances are not renewed within three years, that they no longer be called renewals and instead be treated as new applications and fall under current zoning guidelines and restrictions. PAGE 9 MINUTES OF THE ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING Monday, March 25, 2002 7:00 o'clock p.m. • MAYOR/COUNCIL REPORT This item follows Item #20. ( #20) AWARD OF BID — FIRE STATION PROJECT Gabriel Jabbour, Jim Murphy, Orono, Representatives on the Joint Fire Station Construction Committee, and James Cox and Michael Brown, Long Lake Fire Department, were present. Jabbour stated the committee is recommending unanimously to have the new fire station built with the sixth bay, the ambulance space, and the seamless floor, but without the hose tower based on the height limit issue and the price. Jabbour stated the bid the Council will be awarding is for approximately $1.9 million. Jabbour stated the architect is reviewing the bid with the low bidder to insure that all items are covered. Mayor Peterson inquired when construction would start. Jabbour stated they are expected to start in April. Jabbour commented their architect is also familiar with the contractor and feel they are qualified to do the project. Jabbour complimented Cox and Brown for their efforts on this project. . Brown and Cox extended their thanks to the City Council for working with the committee on this project, noting that it was a difficult process at times in coordinating the project between two cities. Brown stated in his view completion of this project will benefit the entire community. Brown also extended his thanks to Jabbour and Murphy for their work on this project. Mayor Peterson, on behalf of the Orono City Council, thanked the committee for their work on this project. Flint stated the Council is aware of how hard the committee has worked on this project and their efforts to make it a win/win situation for both cities, noting that cooperation is a common goal of the two cities. Peterson moved, Flint seconded, to award the bid received from Rochon Construction in the amount of $1,981,000 for construction of the new Long Lake Fire Station, with the addition of the sixth bay, ambulance space, and seamless floor. VOTE: Ayes 5, Nays 0. MAYOR/COUNCIL REPORT White reported he attended the rotary meeting the other day, along with a number of other people from the City of Orono. White stated Mary Hill Smith of the Met Council spoke about cooperative efforts between the Cities of Long Lake and Orono, and about assistance available through the Met Council. Sansevere stated it is helpful to have the applicants that appear before the City Council know what the • possible precedents are and how the Council feels about certain situations. PAGE 10 MINUTES OF THE ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING Monday, March 25, 2002 • 7:00 o'clock p.m. (Mayor /Council Report, Continued) Gaffron indicated the Tabors have been told over the years that the City does not look favorably on subdivision of this property. Moorse commented the City did reguide the land along Willow for two to three lots per acre in order to promote more affordable housing. Nygard stated he is aware the City does not currently allow auto sales, but suggested the City look at allowing a smaller, 10 to 15 car operation. Mayor Peterson stated the City did look at that type of business up near Bay Furniture. Moorse commented the City needs to carefully look at the type of restrictions it places on businesses. PUBLIC SERVICE DIRECTOR'S REPORT ( #13) REVISIONS TO 2002 FEE SCHEDULE — ORDINANCE No. 217 and 218,2 nd SERIES Gappa stated the City has been experiencing problems with numerous properties that have • non - functioning water meters, noting there are currently 50 properties with non - functioning water meters. Currently these properties are paying an estimated water bill each quarter. Gappa noted Staff is having a difficult time to repair the meters and have revised the City Code on water meters to clarify and expand the requirements for water meters and the locations of remote readers. Gappa stated the revised code section also adds a new quarterly service charge for properties with non - functioning or inaccessible water meters. The Code states the City reserves the right to charge a service fee or shut off the water for non - functioning meters. Staff is recommending establishing a quarterly fee of $50 for a non - functioning water meter. Gappa stated Staff is also proposing several changes to the year 2002 golf course fees. The golf course manager has expressed some concern about the large percentage increases that were made to the League and Student Rates. Gappa indicated a consultant has advised the City that the rates for the Orono Golf Course are comparable to other area courses, and is in agreement with the fee revisions. Nygard stated in his opinion a $1.00 increase is not that large of an increase and would not deter people from using the golf course. Gappa stated if the fees are raised $1.00, the consultant recommended only raising the rates every two years rather than yearly. Peterson moved, Sansevere seconded, to approve the revisions to the 2002 City Fee Schedule to add a $50.00 quarterly service charge for a non - functioning water meter. VOTE: Ayes 5, Nays 0. Peterson moved, White seconded, to adjust the 2002 Golf Course rates to reflect a .50 cent increase in the fees charged for leagues, students, and seniors. VOTE: Ayes 3, Nays 2, Nygard and Flint opposed. PAGE 11 MINUTES OF THE ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING Monday, March 25, 2002 7:00 o'clock p.m. • (Revisions to 2002 Fee Schedule, Continued) Peterson moved, Nygard seconded, to approve and adopt ORDINANCE NO. 217, 2 °d SERIES, an Ordinance Amending Section 3.10, Rules and Regulations Relating to Water Service of the City of Orono Municipal Code. VOTE: Ayes 5, Nays 0. Peterson moved, White seconded, to approve and adopt ORDINANCE NO. 218, 2nd Series, an Ordinance Amending Ordinance No. 212, 2 °d Series, an Ordinance Revising the 2002 Fee Schedule — Golf Course Fees and Municipal Water Rates. VOTE: Ayes 3, Nays 2. ( #14) SEASONAL WEIGHT LIMITS — RESOLUTION NO. 4782 Flint stated he is not opposed to what is before the Council tonight, but in his view the City should impose stricter regulations on sanitation trucks, noting they tend to cause problems with the roads. Flint encouraged City Staff to look into this and to come up with some recommendations for regulations. Gappa stated the City needs to notify the sanitation haulers if new restrictions are imposed. Moorse recommended Staff check with Long Lake to see what restrictions they impose. Nygard moved, Sansevere seconded, to approve and adopt RESOLUTION NO. . a Resolution Establishing Seasonal Weight Restrictions on Orono Public City Streets. VOTE: Ayes 5, Nays 0. CITY ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT *( #15) PAY REQUEST — LONG LAKE FIRE STATION Flint moved, White seconded, to approve the payment of the invoices from Cahners in the total amount of $529.38. VOTE: Ayes 5, Nays 0. ( #16) PLANNING COMMISSION APPOINTMENT Sansevere moved, Peterson seconded, to accept the resignation of Bill Stoddard from the Planning Commission effective March 30, 2002, and to appoint Marc Fritzler to fill the vacancy on the Planning Commission. VOTE: Ayes 4, Nays 1, Nygard Opposed. The City Council directed Staff to advertise for two alternate candidates if the City Administrator feels it is necessary after reviewing the list of prior applicants. L� PAGE 12 MINUTES OF THE ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING Monday, March 25, 2002 • 7:00 o'clock p.m. *( #17) PLANNING COMMISSION RE- APPOINTMENTS Flint moved, White seconded, to direct Staff to contact Jeanne Mabusth and Dan Kluth regarding their interest in serving an additional term on the Planning Commission. VOTE: Ayes 5, Nays 0. *( #18) FUNDING FOR NAVARRE HOME OWNERSHIP PROGRAM Flint moved, White seconded, to approve funding in the amount of $89,550 to assist two eligible households in purchasing townhome units in the Lake Minnetonka Woods development, as well as to fund the administration of the financial assistance program, such funding to be a temporary loan from the General Fund to the Affordable Housing Grant/Loan Revenue Fund and to be repaid through grants to the City. VOTE: Ayes 5, Nays 0. ( #19) FIRE STATION PARCEL AGREEMENT Flint questioned why Orono is agreeing to pay the additional expense of the deeper sewer line, which amounts to $70,000. Moorse stated the reason the sewer line is going deeper is to serve properties in Orono. Moorse stated • MN/Dot is providing a sewer line which will go to the fire station, but if Orono wants to serve anything west of the fire station, the sewer line needs to go deeper. Moorse stated the money would come out of the sewer fund, which would be reimbursed by hookup charges. Flint moved, Sansevere seconded, to approve the Agreement between the City of Long Lake and the City of Orono with respect to the joint development of a fire station situated within the City of Orono. VOTE: Ayes 5, Nays 0. CITY ATTORNEY'S REPORT Tom Barrett, City Attorney, had nothing to report. ( #21) LICENSES Flint inquired what a set -up license is. Nygard stated that is where the customer brings in their own bottle of liquor and the business establishment serves the pop to go with the alcohol. Flint moved, White seconded, to approve the following licenses. VOTE: Ayes 5, Nays 0. Set -Up License: 1. Dan Scherven Navarre Lanes, Inc. 3435 Shoreline Drive PAGE 13 MINUTES OF THE ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING Monday, March 25, 2002 7:00 o'clock p.m. • SPECIAL EVENT: 1. City of Orono /Sergeant Correy Farniok "Police Chase" 5 Kilometer Walk/Run City of Orono Parking Lot to Old Crystal Bay Road North to County Road 6 to County Road 201 To Baker Park; return on same route May 18, 2002 8:00 a.m. —10:00 a.m. City of Orono /Sergeant Correy Farniok City of Orono Open House City of OronoParking Lot, Kelley Parkway, and Administrative Offices May 18, 2002 9:00 a.m. — Noon *( #22) BILLS Flint moved, White seconded, to approve payment of the All Funds Account. VOTE: Ayes 5, Nays 0. ADJOURNMENT • Sansevere moved, White seconded, to adjourn the meeting at 9:06 p.m. There being no further business to discuss, the meeting was ad' ed a P.M. Lin Vee, City Clerk Barbara Peterson, Mayor n LJ PAGE 14