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HomeMy WebLinkAbout12-08-1986 Council Minutes�. MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ORONO COUNCIL MEETING HELD DECEMBER 8, 1986 ATTENDANCE 7:04 P.M. The Orono Council met on the above date with the following members present: Mayor Butler, Councilmembers Grabek, Callahan, Frahm, and Adams. The following represented the City staff: City Administrator Bernhardson, Public Works Coordinator Gerhardson, Building and Zoning Administrator Mabusth, Assistant Planning and Zoning Administrator Gaffron, Chief of Police Kilbo, and City Clerk.- Hallin. City Attorney Blatz was also present. CONSENT AGENDA* It was moved by Mayor Butler, seconded by Councilmember Grabek, to approve the Consent Agenda* subject to adding the following items: Item #20 - Allied Blacktop Request for Final Payment Item #35 - Crystal Bay Judgement Settlement Motion, Ayes 5, Nays 0. PUBLIC HEARING 7:06 - 7:26 P.M. POSSIBLE SALE OF MUNICIPAL LIQUOR STORE City Administrator Bernhardson reviewed that at the November 10, 1986 Council meeting, staff presented an analysis of the liquor store based through the third quarter results of 1986. Back in 1985, when the liquor store realized an $8,500 loss, staff developed a business strategy plan to try to turn it around. To the credit of the employees of the liquor store, they had changed it from a negative to a positive operation through the end of the third quarter being $15,000 ahead at the end of September, over 1986. However, at the November 10th Council meeting, based on a number of issues, City Administrator Bernhardson recommended that the Liquor Store be sold and that the City establish a private liquor off -sale ordinance. It was also recommended to hold this public hearing to obtain public comment regarding the possible closing and sale of the liquor store. The Affidavit of Publication was noted by City Clerk Hallin. Public Comments Dean Young, 3555 Crystal Place - He stated that the City should consider the future growth of the City, especially along the Highway 12 area. Council should look forward to what the municipal liquor store would bring in when the City is comparable to cities like Eden Prairie, Edina, Richfield. He feels the City is giving future money away by selling the liquor store now with a short - sighted viewpoint. 1 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ORONO COUNCIL MEETING HELD DECEMBER 8, 1986 LIQUOR STORE CONTINUED Steve Martin, 1295 Loma Linda Ave. - He stated that he has talked to the Council and City Administrator Bernhardson concerning the liquor store. He felt that the City should not be competing with the private sector. He feels that the money issue is relevant but is not the only issue to be considered. He feels that the liquor store should be placed in the private marketplace. He noted his interest in ownership of the liquor store. Dean Young noted that there are over 320 cities in Minnesota (including surrounding communities) that believe that liquor is their business and by actively owning the business themselves, they may have more control over it. Mayor Butler noted that, according to Minnesota law, if a municipal liquor store loses money two out of three years and thus begins to become a drain on the general tax rolls, it is then required that the City put the question of public or private ownership to the voters. Del Pfeifer, 3640 Northern Ave. - Stated that he has been involved in the municipal liquor business and that there is money to be made in the business if properly managed. He felt that the Orono Liquor Store is a fine location and could be a profit making business with better guidance, whether it be a public or private business. He noted that over the 27 year business period .the profit has been only $600,000. Dean Young suggested that possibly what the City needs is a new store in the Highway 12 area. Chuck VanEec%hout, 120 Brown Road South - He felt that the City should get out of the liquor business and should not, be competing in a business that can be handled by a private enterprise. Lorraine McGowan, Manager of the Liquor Store, noted (in reference to Del Pf eifer's comment) that the profit has been $600,000 over the last 20 year period. She felt the City should not quit the business due to one year's loss in profits. Rosemary Burmaster, 3414 Livingston Ave. - Employee of the liquor store, asked where the money would come from if the store is closed, will taxes be raised? City Administrator Bernhardson stated that staff is anticipating that the cash realized from the sale of the store would give annually between $8,000 - $10,000 as it would be invested, at no risk. He noted that there was a loss in one year and the other years have been going down. 2 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ORONO COUNCIL MEETING HELD DECEMBER 8, 1986 LIQUOR STORE CONTINUED Dean Young asked how much it would cost to close the store. City Administrator Bernhardson stated between $10,000 - $20,000. There were no more comments from the public and the public hearing was closed. Councilmember Grabek stated that he does not feel the City should be involved in the business of selling alcoholic beverages. The liabilities is a risk to the City. He does not feel the liquor store is a necessity to the City and would be much better as a private concern. He commended the liquor store employees during a difficult time and understands their position. Councilmember Frahm felt there were two basic problems being 1) State changes in wholesaling policies, which appear to have affected the profits; and 2) drinking age change to 21 creates additional liability problems. He feels the gains are far outweighed by the negatives. Councilmember Adams stressed that he is not reacting to one years operating results and recalls discussing this issue before the store started losing money. He does not believe government should be involved in the private business sector. He noted his appreciation of the efforts from the liquor store employees. Councilmember Callahan stated he basically agreed with the other Councilmembers noting the reasons were the change in the drinking trend and liability. Mayor Butler stated she has split feelings regarding this issue knowing the liquor store employees and their feelings. Based on the other Councilmembers feelings and a business standpoint, she agreed that the City should get out of the business. She noted that she has talked to a person interested in purchasing the store and expressed her biggest concern was the job security of the present liquor store employees. It was moved by Councilmember Grabek, seconded by Councilmember Frahm, to begin the process of selling the Liquor Store in coordination with the proper ordinance for transferring it to a private concern; process starting with establishing a plan to financially gain as much as possible in order to provide for the liquor store employees to be reviewed at the January 12, 1987 Council meeting. Motion, Ayes 5, Nays 0. 3 • MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ORONO COUNCIL MEETING HELD DECEMBER 8, 1986 COMMENDATIONS: MIKE AITCHISON - RESOLUTION #2090 WAYNE QUASI - RESOLUTION #2091 OFFICER KIRNYCZUK - RESOLUTION #2092 CAROL HANSING - RESOLUTION #2093 OFFICER CORNICK - RESOLUTION #2094 OFFICER HENSEL - RESOLUTION #2095 Chief Kilbo noted that Mike Aitchison and Carol Hansing were unable to attend the presentation. City Administrator Bernhardson presented the following Commendations: Citizen Commendation to Wayne Quast, an Orono City employee, commending him for his brave and selfless actions in noticing and reporting a fire and, together with Mike Aitchison, effecting the rescue of the house occupant on November 19, 1986. Special Commendation to Officer James Cornick commending him for his expert actions on November 11, 1986 in an attempted suicide, organizing a search and his excellent handling of the person in talking him out of the suicide, which resulted in the individual being able to be turned over to professional help.. It was noted that Police Secretary Carol Hansing was key in this incident and will be presented her commendation at the next Council meeting. Special Commendation to Officer Mike Kirnyczuk commending him for his assistance in effecting a cross country arrest in Florida of an escaped prisoner from Washington State prison recognizing it as an outstanding achievement demonstrating Officer Kirnyczuk's level of initiative and perserverance. Special Commendation to Officer Mary Hensel recognizing her initiative for excellent performance and upgrade of the "Officer Friendly" program as a means of reaching children in their formative state to develop a positive image of the role of Police in society. It was noted that Officer Hensel has now taken over the City's Reserve program also. APPROVAL OF MINUTES * It was moved by Mayor Butler, seconded by Councilmember Grabek, to approve the Minutes of the November 24, 1986 regular Council meeting as submitted. Motion, Ayes 5, Nays 0. PARK COMMISSION COMMENTS There were no comments from the Park Commission. PLANNING COMMISSION COMMENTS There were no comments from the Planning Commission. 4 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ORONO COUNCIL MEETING HELD DECEMBER 8, 1986 LAKE MINNETONKA CONSERVATION DISTRICT REPORT LIQUOR ON THE LAKE 1987 LEGISLATION PUBLIC COMMENTS LMCD Representative JoEllen Hurr reported that they are in the process of legal research regarding selling of liquor on the lake. The matter of issuing a Lake Minnetonka use sticker has been accepted finding that 90% of the public, marinas, etc. position is positive, if the money from the stickers will be used for lake improvements. The LMCD is working with the DNR to try and give the LMCD more authority on the lake. She noted that the prosecutions by the LaFevre Law firm has been very successful. The LMCD is going to adopt an ordinance that relates to slip sizes. She noted that the cost for temporary de -icing permits is going to increase. Councilmember Grabek asked about the status of additional accesses on Lake Minnetonka. Hurr stated that the Park District has had several meetings and feel positive regarding an additional access specifically for fishing boats. The LMCD would like the Park District to manage all the boat launches in the future because they have the ability to charge a launch fee. She noted that the LMCD has not been opposed to additional accesses. There were no comments from the public. ZONING ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT: #922 VAN EECKHOUT BUILDING CORP. 220/280 SALEM COURT LOT LINE REARRANGEMENT FINAL SUBDIVISION RESOLUTION #2096 Chuck VanEeckhout was presentfor this matter. City Administrator Bernhardson explained the request for a metes and bounds lot line rearrangement of 2 lots in the Dickey Lake Addition to create a more logical lot boundary. He noted that in the near future, Council action will be required for the appropriate easement forms to be executed by the respective property owners as a condition of the proposed easement vacation application. ' Councilmember Adams voiced concern regarding the property changing hands before final plat was approved that could lead to serious problems in other cases. Assistant Zoning Administrator Gaffron stated that some items were partially completed and staff has no authority to push the applicant to complete the requirements in a timely manner on a metes and bounds lot line rearrangement. 5 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ORONO COUNCIL MEETING HELD DECEMBER 8, 1986 #922 VAN EECRHOUT BUILDING CORP. CONTINUED Councilmember Adams found no problem with the request as proposed. It was moved by Councilmember Frahm, seconded by Councilmember Adams, to adopt Resolution #2096 approving a metes and bounds subdivision of a lot line rearrangement for Van Eeckhout Building Corporation. Motion, Ayes 5, Nays 0. #1032 BRIAN FULMER 3505 WAYZATA BOULEVARD VARIANCE RESOLUTION #2097 City Administrator Bernhardson explained that this request for a variance to the developement moratorium within the Highway 12 corridor is somewhat related to the following Application #1058 Comprehensive Plan Amendment that incorporates, for the most part, areas already sewered and include the Fulmer property. Present for this matter were Brian Fulmer and Robert Mitchell. It was moved by Mayor Butler, seconded by Councilmember Adams, to adopt Resolution #2097 granting the variance to the moratorium as requested. Motion, Ayes 4, Nays 1. Councilmember Frahm voted nay. #1058 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT MUSA LINE REALIGNMENT City Administrator Bernhardson explained the request for conceptual approval of the proposed amendment subject to formal action by the Metropolitan Council and to direct staff to commence the formal application process with Metropolitan Council and to r.ubmit such application information to the Watershed District, School District and affected cities. It was moved by Councilmember Adams, seconded by Mayor Butler, to conceptually approve an amendment of the Comprehensive Management Plan that would include certain rural areas of the City within the Metropolitan Urban Service Area and the Metropolitan Sewer Services Area and to direct staff to file a formal amendment application with the Metropolitan Council and to further direct staff to notify all affected local units of government and other jurisdictions. Motion, Ayes 4, Nays 1. Councilmember Frahm voted nay stating it was a bad precedent believing there will be many more requests. 6 • MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ORONO COUNCIL MEETING HELD DECEMBER 8, 1986 #1039 WILLIAM ULRICH 1535 BOHNS POINT ROAD CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT/VARIANCE RESOLUTION #2098 City Administrator Bernhardson reviewed that at the last Council meeting, the DNR representatives addressed the concerns involving the use of the aquifer for residential heating and cooling systems and the discharge of the water used in this system into Lake Minnetonka. He noted that DNR is witholding the discharge permit pending the action on the conditional use permit by Council. Staff received a letter from Dr. Hanson of FWBI indicating that while he does have an objection to thermal energy using aquifer water, but he is not concerned about the actual discharge of the water into the lagoon. Regarding the suggestion that this application be used as a test case and initiate a moratorium to deter other such requests, he noted that the City has no authority over the discharge into the lake, however could legally impose a moratorium prohibiting excavations within the 0 -75' lakeshore setback. Present for this matter were John Noble, Gregory Halbert, and Don Brauer (President of Brauer Group & Planning.Consultant). Mr. Halbert noted that their hardship is the fact that they are installing a geothermal heating /cooling system whereby a discharge area is necessary for this system, and discharge into the lagoon is deemed to be the least environmentally intrusive. He noted that the geothermal heating system is backed -up by a conventional system. Mayor Butler stated that she understands the dilemma, however hardships are in conj>inction with the land, not due to the individual or, desired heating system, therefore, she believes there is no demonstrable hardship that runs with the land in this case. Mr. Brauer stated that he felt this was an unusual situation, because this is not really a variance that is required, it is a regulatory problem which Orono has chosen to treat through a variance process. He stated that the applicant has chosen a certain type of heating /cooling system, which is a very efficient system. The hardship involved is that the applicant is not able to utilize his land to accomodate his choice of heating and cooling his house. Councilmember Frahm noted that in the City of Orono, any grading or land alteration in the 0 -75' setback requires both a variance and conditional use permit. 7 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ORONO COUNCIL MEETING HELD DECEMBER 8, 1986 #1039 ULRICH CONTINUED Councilmember Adams stated that because the proposed pipe does not result in structure or significant hardcover in the 0 -75' area, he was not concerned with the demonstrable hardship argument. It was moved by Councilmember Grabek, seconded by Councilmember Frahm, to adopt Resolution #2098 granting the conditional use permit and variance to permit the installation of an underground pipe extending into the 0 -75' lakeshore protected area. Motion, Ayes 4, Nays 1. Councilmember Callahan voted nay. #1074 GRACE BAPTIST CHURCH 2830 SHADYWOOD ROAD VARIANCE RESOLUTION #2099 City Administrator Bernhardson explained the request for a variance for a sign. Applicant submitted a second signage plan per the directives of the Planning Commission at their first review. The proposed sign (Supra Herald I) would be 11'9" in height and 61.6 s.f. in area. Planning Commission voted to deny this sign plan finding the variances still too excessive and specifically recommended the "Standard" Herald I sign which would be 9' in height and 39 s.f. in area. Zoning Administrator Mabusth noted standards within the sign section of the code allowing signs for quasi commercial uses to be 8' in height and 12 s.f. in area. Present for this matter were Bill Mulligan and Lowell Zitzloff. Mr. Mulligan stated that he made a survey of the signage area of other church signs in Orono, and he found they fluctuate from 35 s.f. to 72 rs. f. in area. They feel because the church is located in a large commercial area, the larger sign is more advantageous to their needs. Mr. Zitzloff noted that they could cut down the height of the Supra sign to about 10' whereas their existing sign is approximately 14' in height. It was moved by Councilmember Grabek, seconded by Councilmember Frahm, to adopt Resolution #2099 approving the proposed Supra Herald I sign installed at a maximum height of 10' requiring a 2' variance, and a sign area variance of 49.6 s.f. Motion, Ayes 5, Nays 0. 0 • MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ORONO COUNCIL MEETING HELD DECEMBER 8, 1986 #1083 THOMAS BERNIER, DOUGLAS KLINT & GARY BARR* 3535 & 3545 IVY PLACE AND 3034 CASCO POINT ROAD FINAL SUBDIVISION RESOLTUION #2100 It was moved by Mayor Butler, seconded by Councilmember Grabek, to adopt Resolution #2100 approving the Plat of Casco Cove. Motion, Ayes 5, Nays 0. #1087 DAVID ANDERSON 860 FOREST ARMS LANE CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT RESOLUTION #2101 David Anderson was present for this matter. City Administrator Bernhardson explained the request for construction of a 50' antenna plus an 8' mast requiring a conditional use permit and a variance to the 30' maximum height allowed. Staff has required that there be a 6' guard around the bottom of the structure and that the applicant provide $100,000 liability insurance. The code requires that the antenna structure be at a minimum distance of 58 feet from all neighbors property lines. The structure will be 45 feet from the side lot line to the north. The antenna structure will require a setback variance of 14 feet. Council did note that the antenna would be located 77 feet from the house on the affected property. Mayor Butler was concerned that if the antenna fell down it would only fall down on the owner's property. Zoning Administrator Mabusth stated that the applicants property could not meet the setback standard being the nearest property is 45' +. Mr. Anderson noted that he was issued a permit to install the footings for the structure which has been completed. He stated that Orono ordinance does not specifically address the height. of an antenna structure noting that a recently FCC ruling provides an exception to municipalities regulating the height of amateur radio communication towers. The proposed structure is screened from the neighbor by bushes and the neighbor has submitted a letter of acknowledgement. Councilmember Grabek stated that he felt letters of acknowledgement should be provided by the neighbors on both sides of the applicant's property and also across the street. Upon receipt of those letters of acknowledgement, he would not be opposed to approving the antenna structure. In addition, he recommended that the neighbors be advised if they experience interference problems they should direct their complaints to the FCC. 9 • MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ORONO COUNCIL MEETING HELD DECEMBER 8, 1986 #1087 ANDERSON CONTINUED Mr. Anderson advised that the FCC responds to interference complaints immediately. He also noted that the type of equipment and frequency he uses precludes interference problems. _ City Attorney Blatz noted that a review of the FCC memorandum of opinion and order dated September 19, 1985, does not say that local governments can not regulate placement but must be the least restrictive in order to accomplish the municipal purposes of health, safety and welfare. It was moved by Mayor Butler, seconded by Councilmember Grabek, to adopt Resolution #2101 conceptually approving the height and setback variances and conditional use permit pending the following: a) letters of acknowledgement from all the neighbors notified of the initial public hearing b) providing the neighbors with information regarding reception problems c) applicant providing a hold harmless agreement Motion, Ayes 5, Nays 0. #1088 DALE J. MCCURDY 4041 NORTH SHORE DRIVE VARIANCE RESOLUTION #2102 Applicant was not present for this matter. Councilmember Frahm commented that there seemed to be an excess amount of driveway that was needed and asked why 3.6% driveway hardcover could not be removed avoiding the 3.6% hardcover variance. Assistant Zoning Administrator Gaffron explEjned that applicant has noted his concerns for adequate room to turn around. Finding that the steep slopes on the property present an extreme hardship in locating the proposed garage elsewhere, it was moved by Mayor Butler, seconded by Councilmember Callahan, to adopt Resolution #2102 granting the variance as proposed. Motion, Ayes 5, Nays 0. #1093 P & A INVESTMENT 1380 SIXTH AVENUE NORTH SUBDIVISION PRELIMINARY APPROVAL Present for this matter was John Adams, and the surveyor Gary Gabriel. ° 10 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ORONO COUNCIL MEETING HELD DECEMBER 8, 1986 11093 P & A INVESTMENT CONTINUED City Administrator Bernhardson explained the request to subdivide a 9.8 acre parcel into 4 buildings sites each at least 2 acres in area. The lots generally meet the zoning standards, however Lot 2 does not meet the lot width standard at the appropriate setback; and Lots 2 and 3 do not front on a public road. The other significant issue is related to the access. Staff received a letter (late this .day) from Hennepin County regarding access recommending Tanglewood Road and the proposed Knoll Manor Road access County Rd. 6 via a common intersection. Staff recommends use of a single access. He noted that the Tanglewood residents oppose any new access onto Tanglewood. City Attorney Blatz is researching the City's authority to direct the access onto Tanglewood. He also noted the critical issue of detemining the actual wetland area. Assistant Zoning Administrator Gaffron explained that there is 0.3 acre basin designated as an official wetland, however the basin contains no cattails or other vegetation types normally associated with a functional wetland. He noted that if this basin were to be dammed, it could have some effect of the proposed septic system on that site. Councilmember Adams stated that he felt careful policy consideration should be given by the City before it moves in on a private road situation. He stated that he would be very reluctant to go against the wishes of the Tanglewood residents if there is an alternative. City Administrator Bernhardson noted that the distinction of public vs. private road issue may not be a persuasive argument. Staff's concern, in this case, is that County Rd. 6 is a very busy road with sight_1ine concerns. Therefore, staff feels the developer's solution of leaving the option of a connection through the expanded outlot is helpful. John Douglas addressed the Council on behalf of the residents of Tanglewood stating they did not want the increased density on the private road. Mayor Butler felt that City Attorney Blatz should review the legalities because the safety question will be raised by the City and /or County at some point in time, therefore, it should be addressed at the time of subdivision. Council questioned why the property to the east has not been considered for access. John Adams noted that the property to the east has not been considered because they were unaware that there would be a problem with the access as proposed. 11 ' MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ORONO COUNCIL MEETING HELD DECEMBER 8, 1986 11093 P & A INVESTMENT CONTINUED City Administrator Bernhardson noted the reason access was proposed to the west is due to the existing underlying road and utility easements. It was moved by Councilmember Callahan, seconded by Mayor Butler, to table this matter until the January 12, 1987 Council, for further study by the City Attorney. Motion, Ayes 5, Nays 0. #1095 CITY OF ORONO* 2345 BLAINE AVENUE CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT RESOLUTION #2103 It was moved by Mayor Butler, seconded by Councilmember Grabek, to adopt Resolution #2103 granting a conditional use permit to permit the installation of an emergency preparedness siren per Municipal Zoning Code Section 10.20 Subd. 3(D). Motion, Ayes 5, Nays 0. #1081 GREGORY W. LONG 3359 CRYSTAL BAY ROAD VARIANCE RESOLUTION #2104 Greg Long was present for this matter. City Administrator Bernhardson explained that at the last review, Council requested that staff look at the impact of narrowing the driveway to a width of 16' resulting in a 29.3% hardcover in the 0 -75' zone (versus 46.3% originally proposed) ; and shorten addition' 3' leaving a 13' addition resulting in 11' encroachment into 0 -75' zone. Councilmember Adams stated that he visited the site and was convinced that applicant's proposal was ,a justifiable request based on the great variation of average setback within the neighborhood. It was moved by Mayor Butler, seconded by Councilmember Adams, to adopt Resolution #2104 granting the variances per the revised proposal as presented. Motion, Ayes 4, Nays 1. Councilmember Grabek voted nay. ENGINEER'S REPORT: REQUEST FOR PAYMENT 18* WILLIAM MUELLER & SONS It was moved by Mayor Butler, seconded by Councilmember Grabek, to approve payment request #8 to Wm. Mueller & Sons in the amount of $6,930.00 for Willow Drive and Old Crystal Bay Rd. Overlay. Motion, Ayes 5, Nays 0. 12 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ORONO COUNCIL MEETING HELD DECEMBER 8, 1986 REQUEST FOR FINAL PAYMENT* ALLIED BLACKTOP It was moved by Mayor Butler, seconded by Councilmember Grabek, to approve final payment to Allied Blacktop in the amount of $120,878.17 for 1986 Seal Coat Project. Motion, Ayes 5, Nays 0. MAYOR'S REPORT: CABLE TV REPORT: Mayor Butler had nothing to report. There was no Cable TV report. CITY ADMINITRATOR'S REPORT: SOLID WASTE - JOINT POWERS* It was moved by Mayor Butler, seconded by Councilmember Grabek, to approve joining the West Hennepin Recycling Commission's Joint Powers Agreement together with appointing John Gerhardson as the City's representative to that Board. Motion, Ayes 5, Nays 0. INSURANCE RENEWALS City Administrator Bernhardson reported that quotes have not yet been received for Worker's Compensation, however, for the most part it is within the budgeted amounts. Staff recommends approval. It was moved by Mayor Butler, seconded by Councilmember Frahm, that the City Council of the City of Orono adopt the insurance renewals as listed through the League of Minnesota Cities Insurance Trust, Western National, St. Paul Co.'s, U F & C, and CNA, for the policy year 1987 commencing on January 1, 1987. Motion, Ayes 5, Nays 0. 1987 FEE SCHEDULE ORDINANCE NO. 28 SECOND SERIES City Administrator Bernhardson noted the significant changes in the fee schedule as follows: Golf Fees 5 -15% Mechanical Fees 15 -20% Kennel Fees $100 -$150 New Fees: Driveway Permits $30.00 Sewer Connection Fees Established ones for areas not previously having fees based on assessment Councilmember Adams recommended that the Special Improvements - Request for Public Road fee be equal to the amount of a Proposed Public Road of $900.00. Council agreed to amend the fee schedule per y Councilmember Adams's recommendation. 13 _ MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ORONO COUNCIL MEETING HELD DECEMBER 8, 1986 1987 FEE SCHEDULE CONTINUED It was moved by Mayor Butler, seconded by Councilmember Frahm, to adopt Ordinance No. 28 Second Series as amended establishing the Fee Schedule for 1987 together with the attached summary for publication. Motion, Ayes 5, Nays 0. REQUEST TO AMEND BASIS OF* CREDITING INTEREST EARNED ON CITY FUNDS RESOLUTION #2105 It was moved by Mayor Butler, seconded by Councilmember Grabek, to adopt Resolution #2105 amending the basis for computing the allocation by fund of investment interest earned each month. Motion, Ayes 5, Nays 0. DESIGNATION OF-CITY OFFICIALS* AUTHORIZED TO APPROVE COLLATERAL TRANSACTIONS RESOLUTION #2106 It was moved by Mayor Butler, seconded by Councilmember Grabek, to adopt Resolution #2106 designating City officials authorized to approve collateral transactions. Motion, Ayes 5, Nays 0. SPECIAL PURCHASE - CHECK PROTECTOR It was moved by Mayor Butler, seconded by Councilmember Grabek, to authorize the expenditure of $485.00 from the Improvement and Equipment Outlay Fund for the purchase of a check protector from F &E Sales and Service. Motion, Ayes 5, Nays 0. 1987 ANIMAL CONTROL CONTRACT City Administrator Bernhardson explained due to lack of animal control contractors available, staff recommends that the City initiate setting up a Community Service Officer program to provide not only animal control services but to the extent that there are related services that might blend with this job, that personnel be utilized for those in addition, with the program to be in the amounts budgeted. ELECTRONIC SIREN* It was moved by Councilmember, Grabek, seconded by Councilmember Frahm, to direct staff to continue to locate a private contracting service for animal control. Motion, Ayes 5, Nays 0. It was moved by Mayor Butler, seconded by Councilmember Grabek, to authorize staff to enter into a contract with Electric Service for construction of electronic siren in the amount of $11,668 and purchase of a steel pole up to $790, at the water tower location. Additionally staff is instructed to work with Spring Park regarding their contribution towards construction of this siren. Motion, Ayes 5,.Nays 0. 14 r MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ORONO COUNCIL MEETING HELD DECEMBER 8, 1986 POLICE BUILDING REMODELING* It was moved by Mayor Butler, seconded by Councilmember Grabek, the Orono City Council authorizes the staff to expend up to $850 for leasehold improvements to the Police facility from the 1986 Budgeted Captial Improvements. Motion, Ayes 5, Nays 0. COMPARABLE WORTH APPROVAL* RESOLUTION 12107 It was moved by Mayor Butler, seconded by Councilmember Grabek, that the Council adopt Resolution #2107 granting raises for comparable worth purposes for the positions outlined in the resolution. Motion, Ayes 5, Nays 0. 1987 SALARY SCHEDULE* RESOLUTION 12108 It was moved by Mayor Butler, seconded by Councilmember Grabek, to adopt Resolution #2108 setting salaries for 1987 commencing 1 January 1987 for general employees subject to further comparable worth adjustments in 1987. Motion, Ayes 5, Nays 0. 1986 INTERFUND TRANSFERS* AND LOAN PAYMENTS It was moved by Mayor Butler, seconded by Councilmember Grabek, that the interfund operating transfers and loan payments be approved as proposed effective December 31, 1986. Motion, Ayes 5, Nays 0. END OF YEAR BILL PAYMENT* It was moved by Mayor Butler, seconded by Councilmember Grabek, to authorize the City Treasurer to disburse City funds in payment of claims received for the December 22nd Council meeting, which has been cancelled, and that such paid claims are to be presented at the January 12, 1987 regular Council meeting for formal approval. Motion, Ayes 5, Nays 0. DEPUTY TREASURER DESIGNATION* It was moved by Mayor Butler, seconded by Councilmember Grabek, that the City Council approve the appointment of Charlotte Knutson to the office of Deputy City Treasurer in conjunction with her other duties effective December 15, 1986. Motion, Ayes 5, Nays 0. CRYSTAL BAY JUDGEMENT SETTLEMENT* It was moved by Mayor Butler, Grabek, to authorize staff to Crystal Bay sewers in the ami attorney for the plaintiffs ix Court's amended order rega: Motion, Ayes 5, Nays 0. 15 seconded by Councilmember pay judgement costs for Dunt of $6,648.63 to the i the matter based on the rding judgement costs. MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ORONO COUNCIL MEETING HELD DECEMBER 8, 1986 ADMINISTRATOR'S INFORMATION* It was moved by Mayor Butler, seconded by Councilmember Grabek, to accept City Administrator Bernhardson's information regarding Commission Appointments, Highway 12 Corridor, Deer Hunting in Baker Park, Hennepin Parks - Lake Minnetonka Involvement, Chapman Easement, and Nadeau Septic. Motion, Ayes 5, Nays 0. CITY ATTORNEY'S REPORT: City Attorney Blatz had no report. LICENSES* BILLS* There were no licenses to be approved. It was moved by Mayor Butler, seconded by Councilmember Grabek, to approve payment of the A 1 1 Funds Accounts. Motion, Ayes 5, Nays 0. COUNCIL RECOGNITION City Administrator Bernhardson thanked the departing Councilmembers and noted that formal recognition of their services will be made at a Council meeting in January or February of 1987. ADJOURNMENT 10:09 P.M. It was moved by Councilmember Grabek, seconded by Councilmember Frahm, to adjourn the regular Council mpPtinn at 10:09 P.M. Motion, Ayes 5, Nays O. Grabek,& t�. IF 0 • 16