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Roll Call
Pledge of Allegiance
Consent Agenda
1. Consent agenda items, including (*) asterisk items, are considered to be routine items to be enacted
upon by one motion by the City Council under this section of the agenda. Items on the Consent
Agenda are reviewed in total by the City Council and may be approved through one motion with no
further discussion by the Council. Any item may be removed by any Council Member, staff
member or person from the public for separate consideration. If you wish to remove any item from
the Consent Agenda, please state the item number and description of the item. Memos regarding
each of the Agenda items are available in the Public Packet - located in the lobby near the sign in
sheet.
Approval of Minutes
* 2. Regular Council Meeting of May 27, 2008
Public Hearing – 7:00 P.M.
3. Annual Public Hearing for NPDES Phase II Storm Water Permit
LMCD Report – Andrew McDermott, Representative
Planning Commission Comments – Tess Rice, Representative
Public Comments – (Limit 5 Minutes Per Person)
Zoning Administrator's Report
* 4. #07-3299 Lowe/Benedict, 25 and 105 Orono Orchard Road North – Rescind Boundary
Rearrangement – Resolution
* 5. #08-3359 Herb Baldwin on behalf of David & Betsy Weyerhaeuser, 1540 Fox Street –
Conditional Use Permit – Resolution
6. #08-3360 Bob Ritter with Berkshire Partners, LLP, 2745 Kelley Parkway – Commercial Site
Plan Review
Mayor/Council Report
City Engineer’s Report
7. City of Orono – Code Amendment Changes on Erosion Control – Review Ordinance
City Administrator's Report
8. 2008 Budget Adjustments
9. 2007 Interfund Loan
10. Appointment of IT Technician
Agenda for Council Meeting Set for Monday, June 9, 2008, 7:00 P.M.
Orono Council Chambers, 2780 Kelley Parkway, Orono, MN 55356
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City Attorney's Report
* 11. Licenses & Permits
* 12. Bills
Upcoming Issues and Events
2008
06/09 – Council Meeting, Monday, 7:00 p.m.
06/10 – Council Work Session, Tuesday, 6:15 p.m.
06/10 – Environmental Summer Series-Class #2, Tuesday, 6:30 p.m. at Gray Freshwater Center
06/16 – Planning Commission Meeting, Monday, 6:00 p.m. (Council Liaison – Lili McMillan)
06/23 – Council Meeting, Monday, 7:00 p.m.
06/24 – Council Work Session, Tuesday, 6:15 p.m.
07/02 – Planning Commission Work Session, Wednesday, 5:30 p.m.
07/04 – HOLIDAY, Friday, Observance of Independence Day
07/14 – Council Meeting, Monday, 7:00 p.m.
07/15 – Council Work Session, Tuesday, 6:15 p.m.
07/15 – Environmental Summer Series-Class #3, Tuesday, 6:30 p.m. at Gray Freshwater Center
07/21 – Planning Commission Meeting, Monday, 6:00 p.m. (Council Liaison – Cynthia Bremer)
07/28 – Council Meeting, Monday, 7:00 p.m.
07/29 – Council Work Session, Tuesday, 6:15 p.m.
08/12 – Environmental Summer Series-Class #4, Tuesday, 6:30 p.m. at Gray Freshwater Center
MINUTES OF THE
ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Tuesday, May 27, 2008
7:00 o’clock p.m.
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ROLL
The Orono City Council met on the above-mentioned date with the following members present: Mayor
James White, Council Members Jim Murphy, Lili McMillan, Cynthia Bremer and David Rahn.
Representing Staff were Interim City Administrator Jay Kiedrowski, Finance Director Ron Olson,
Assistant City Administrator for Long-Term Strategy Mike Gaffron, Planner Evelyn Turner, City
Engineer Tom Kellogg, and Recorder Jackie Young.
Mayor White called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m., followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.
CONSENT AGENDA
Item Nos. 5 through 9 were added to the Consent Agenda.
Murphy moved, Bremer seconded, to approve the Consent Agenda as amended. VOTE: Ayes 5,
Nays 0.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
*2. REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 12, 2008
Murphy moved, Bremer seconded, to approve the minutes of the May 12, 2008, City Council
meeting as submitted. VOTE: Ayes 5, Nays 0.
PRESENTATION
3. FUNDING FOR GILLESPIE CENTER, DONNA SMITH
Donna Smith, Gillespie Center, addressed the Orono City Council regarding a funding request for the
Gillespie Center located in Mound. Smith noted Council Member Rahn attended the past mayors
meeting held in April and that additional information has been sent to each of the council members via
e-mail.
Smith distributed an informational handout on the Gillespie Center. Spring Park and Mound have
approved their funding request and they will be meeting with the Minnetrista City Council on June 9th.
White requested a representative from the Gillespie Center cover the funding request.
Skip Johnson, Board of Director, stated the goal of the funding request is to enable the Gillespie Center
to become self-funded by creating a $3 million endowment fund, which would then pay the center four
percent per year of the value of the fund. The Cities of Mound and Spring Park have entered into
a contract for services and also allows the center to continue their fundraising for the endowment fund.
Private donations in the amount of $350,000 have been received to date. The center is able to function
primarily as a result of their volunteers.
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MINUTES OF THE
ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Tuesday, May 27, 2008
7:00 o’clock p.m.
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(3. FUNDING FOR GILLESPIE CENTER, DONNA SMITH, Continued)
McMillan requested the services provided by the Gillespie Center be covered.
Smith noted their Dial-a-Ride bus service has been decreased to two days a week, which was a result of
Senior Community Services losing their contract with Metropolitan Transit. The last Meals on Wheels
lunch prepared at the center was on February 1, 2008, and the lunch program has since been moved to
Presbyterian Homes in Spring Park. The Gillespie Center continues to run the SCS program for 12
Long Lake residents. The transfer of the meals program to Presbyterian Homes resulted in the loss of
their part-time cook, but volunteers on Wednesdays and Fridays are making homemade meals. In the
near future the center hopes to use their own kitchen to prepare meals the other days of the week
utilizing the services of their own cook. A part-time custodian is also employed.
In addition to serving some meals at the center, the facility is also available for use by other community
groups. Smith noted the veterans used the room for the Memorial Day ceremony. Also available is a
bakery where residents may purchase discounted bakery items from Cub Foods. The center is also now
open on Saturday mornings where they used to be open Monday through Friday from 8:00 to 4:00.
Smith stated the contractual agreement that was recently signed with Mound and Spring Park is
basically the same one that was brought before the Orono City Council last year. Representatives from
the center attended 12 council meetings last summer and the center has decided to focus their efforts for
obtaining financing on the four cities that receive the majority of the services. Smith noted you do not
need to be a member of the center in order to receive services and that the center is basically a
community center.
McMillan asked what the future of the Gillespie Center would be if it is funded to the extent that they
would like to see.
Johnson stated they provide a number of services for seniors, including trips, hobbies, card playing and
other recreational activities. The center does not have a swimming pool but can be utilized for
meetings, weddings, and other community events. Rental income does help offset some of the costs and
the facility is viewed as an all-purpose building.
Harold Pellett addressed the City Council, stating that a loss of funding could result in the loss of the
facility, which would be very difficult to regain. Pellett stated with the center being open on Saturday,
more working people could participate in the activities. Popular programs include the preschool
program, Santa’s Hidden Treasures, and other programs offered during Homecoming Week. A few of
the goals include offering more programs to the residents who work, additional hours of operation, and
enhancing existing services for the seniors. Pellett noted the facility was bought and paid for by the
residents in the community and not from tax dollars. Pellett requested the City Council give serious
consideration to funding the center.
Murphy stated he personally has no question in his mind about the value of the Gillespie Center to the
citizens who utilize the facility and that there are a large number of people who are dedicated to making
the facility a success. Murphy expressed a concern that the Gillespie Center might be straying too far
from their central theme, which may cause problems in the future.
Murphy asked what the relationship is between Senior Community Services and the Gillespie Center.
Murphy noted a year ago there were some concerns expressed that the SCS would still be a viable
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MINUTES OF THE
ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Tuesday, May 27, 2008
7:00 o’clock p.m.
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(3. FUNDING FOR GILLESPIE CENTER, DONNA SMITH, Continued)
service in the future and that the City of Orono agreed to increase its contribution to $20,000 last year.
Murphy asked where the $20,000 was spent, and if the city contributes to the new format, what would
happen with the $20,000.
Murphy stated given the estimated 5000 residents west and south of Highway 84, at $6 per resident, the
City would be contributing $30,000. Murphy stated 5000 residents would be approximately 75 percent
of the population in Orono, and questioned whether an accurate figure should be obtained from the
Census Bureau.
Johnson stated the population number was an estimate but that they could get an accurate count from the
Census Bureau. Johnson indicated the Gillespie Center is here to work with the City and its residents,
and given the value that the Gillespie Center brings to the community, they felt it was a fair number.
Ben Withart, Senior Community Services, stated the association is still viable even though they have
lost the Dial-A-Ride service. Withart noted they have retained three of their vehicles, with two of the
vehicles servicing the City of Orono. The center has retained its Meals on Wheels program but closed
down their dining center in an effort to reduce costs. In response to the closing of the kitchen,
volunteers have come forward and are now cooking homemade meals, which has had good
participation. Withart stated they are continuing the same level of meal service that they have offered in
the past.
Withart stated the Gillespie Center did hit a low point a couple of years ago but that the center is now
growing and they are attempting to reach more of the seniors who are still working by being opening
additional hours on Saturday and during the week. Withart stated the main focus is the senior center
and that they view it as a partnership between two nonprofit associations to serve the seniors in this
area.
Withart stated the estimated population number was an attempt to give some rationalization behind the
numbers and that the primary cities receiving services are Mound, Spring Park, Orono, and Minnetrista.
If an agreement is entered into, SCS would continue to serve Orono as they have in the past.
Murphy asked what the exact amount of funding the Gillespie Center is requesting.
Withart stated it is $30,000, and that it is their hope that within the next ten years, if they receive the
additional funding and the endowment fund is adequately funded, they will no longer need to request
funding from the city.
McMillan asked how it would work with the meals program if the City contributed another $10,000.
Withart stated the center director currently makes the arrangements and volunteers pick up the meals
from the Presbyterian Home.
Rahn asked how the funds would be funneled.
Withart stated the $30,000 would be given to the Gillespie Center.
Murphy asked why there are two separate organizations.
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MINUTES OF THE
ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Tuesday, May 27, 2008
7:00 o’clock p.m.
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(3. FUNDING FOR GILLESPIE CENTER, DONNA SMITH, Continued)
Withart stated the SCS was founded in 1950 and manages seven other senior centers throughout the
area. The SCS provides transportation and other types of transportation that Metropolitan Transit does
not offer. The Gillespie Center Board came into being when they lost their other facility and a new
facility had to be constructed. Withart stated to his knowledge this is the only senior center this size in
the state of Minnesota that is run almost completely by volunteers.
Bremer asked how realistic of a goal it is to raise the $3 million for the endowment fund. Bremer
indicated she is currently on two nonprofit boards and that they are having great difficulty raising
money for capital contributions because of the state of the economy. Bremer asked if a professional
fundraising entity is being utilized.
Johnson stated they are very confident that they will raise the money and that they receive money from
other nonprofit entities in addition to private donations. In addition, bequests and memorials are also
received. Approximately half of the amount is expected to be received from the various cities if they
agree to the funding request. Johnson stated the Gillespie Center is currently solvent and that they have
raised enough money the past two years to operate in the black. The center would like to get to the
point where they have this endowment fund to keep them operating into the future.
Bremer asked if the $3 million is raised in five years rather than ten, what would happen with the
funding from the cities.
Johnson stated once the $3 million is raised, the cities would no longer need to contribute.
White noted the City is at the beginning of their budget process and that the Council will consider the
request by the Gillespie Center during that process. White commented that unfortunately the City never
has enough money to handle all of the requests but that they will be in contact with the Gillespie Center
in a couple of months.
McMillan noted the MN State Legislature has recently approved a property tax cap and that the Council
is unsure at this time how that would impact Orono. McMillan stated they would need to take a very
hard look at their budget in the upcoming months.
Smith thanked the City Council for their time in considering their request.
The City Council took no formal action on this item.
4. PLANNING COMMISSION COMMENTS – DICK KROEGER,
Kroeger stated he had nothing to report but would be available for questions.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Karen Feyo, 4055 Elm Street, thanked the City Council and Staff for their efforts on their variance
application, which took over a year before it was finally approved. Feyo stated their variance was
delayed for one year due to some issues relating to the water drainage and that they spent a considerable
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MINUTES OF THE
ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Tuesday, May 27, 2008
7:00 o’clock p.m.
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(PUBLIC COMMENTS, Continued)
amount of money on their application. After their variance was approved, they received from the City a
charge of $1800, which they were unaware they would incur. Feyo indicated they had an understanding
that Orono has a contract with Bonestroo, who was doing the consulting work, and that the City’s
engineer would have the final say.
Feyo stated she spoke with Ron Moorse and asked whether everybody gets charged this extra fee. She
was told it is not charged on a regular basis. Feyo indicated she then asked why they were not told
about the charge upfront. Feyo stated they had three previous surveys, with two of the surveyors
indicating that a new survey was not necessary since nothing had changed on the lot, but yet they were
told the City required another survey. Feyo stated they did go ahead and obtain another survey. She
then contacted Bonestroo and asked why they were not informed of this additional charge upfront and
was told that Bonestroo’s accounting system was in disarray and they were not aware of the charge.
Later someone at City Hall informed them that the City of Orono’s books were in disarray and were not
aware that they should be charged.
Feyo commented in her view it was a miscommunication and that the charge should be dropped.
Feyo stated she was initially told by Planner Turner that the City Engineer determines whether the
charge would apply but she was later told by City Engineer Kellogg that the decision to charge the fee
was made by Planner Turner.
Rahn stated the City would certainly be willing to look into this issue further and get back to Mrs. Feyo.
Bremer stated generally there are some engineering costs that are included in the application fee but that
once a certain amount is reached, there may be additional charges assessed and the charge is dependent
on the amount of engineering services required.
Feyo indicated she can appreciate that but that they had very little control over the situation. Feyo
stated they do not feel the charge was fair and requested the council look into the matter.
The City Council took no formal action on this item.
ZONING ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT
4. #03-3351 BARRY TANNER ON BEHALF OF BROOK INVESTMENT, B-1 ZONING
DISTRICT – ZONING CODE AMENDMENT
Barry Tanner, Applicant, was present.
Turner stated the applicant is requesting the B-1 retail sales business district regulations be amended to
allow bowling centers as conditional uses. The Council had requested that the Planning Commission
develop conditions and criteria for commercial regulation uses. The Planning Commission discussed
the topic at its May 7th work session and developed some criteria. The criteria were approved by the
Planning Commission at their May 19th meeting.
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MINUTES OF THE
ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Tuesday, May 27, 2008
7:00 o’clock p.m.
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(4. #03-3351 BARRY TANNER ON BEHALF OF BROOK INVESTMENT, B-1 ZONING
DISTRICT – ZONING CODE AMENDMENT, Continued)
Bremer stated she is in agreement with the criteria developed by the Planning Commission for Items 1
and 2, but that she has a question on No. 3 regarding the serving of alcohol. Bremer asked why wine
and beer consumption were recommended but liquor was not.
Kroeger stated typically people like to enjoy a beer or a glass of wine while at a bowling center and that
the majority of bowling centers do not serve alcohol. The Planning Commission also took a broader
look at the category of commercial recreation and did not limit it to bowling alleys.
Bremer stated it appears that the uses that would probably serve alcohol would be the pool, billiards,
and the bowling center. Bremer asked whether the fitness center located in the Otten building is
currently allowed.
Gaffron stated some of the uses located in the Otten building were not contemplated within the B-6
zoning, and through the years were allowed to occur as reasonable uses but are not specifically listed in
the code. Gaffron stated throughout the City there are some uses that have appeared. In some cases
there were formal actions by the City Council approving those uses and in some cases they just
appeared.
Bremer asked if those places contacted the City and asked if they could be located there.
Gaffron indicated he is not aware whether they have contacted the City.
Rahn asked whether uses similar to the uses listed would also be allowed.
Gaffron indicated the list could be amended if the Council felt it appropriate.
Murphy asked if the City is limiting itself by listing certain uses.
Mattick stated if it is not on the list, you would not be allowed to do it and that only uses that are listed
would be allowed. Mattick stated there are two approaches that could be taken. One would be to keep
the categories broad and the other would be to list specific uses.
Murphy noted the initial application was regarding a bowling alley, and at the public hearing some of
the neighbors showed up and expressed concern regarding noise, parking, etc. Murphy asked where
those complaints would fit in on this application.
Gaffron stated this current application is a request by the owner of a specific site but he is asking for a
use to be approved for the entire district. Staff did discuss whether this should be a joint application
with the city since it affects more than just his property but in the end the applicant decided to submit
the application on his own. All property owners within the B-1 zoning district and 350 feet of this
property were notified of the public hearing and there were residents that attended the meeting from all
parts of the City. If the list is approved and the zoning code is amended, a specific application for this
site would be brought back before the Planning Commission and City Council.
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MINUTES OF THE
ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Tuesday, May 27, 2008
7:00 o’clock p.m.
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(4. #03-3351 BARRY TANNER ON BEHALF OF BROOK INVESTMENT, B-1 ZONING
DISTRICT – ZONING CODE AMENDMENT, Continued)
White commented that the main issue with this site is the fact that there needs to be a number of revenue
sources within the bowling center, such as food service, vending machines, and alcohol, which can
create problems.
Tanner noted bowling centers have operated that way for over 50 years.
White stated one of the issues is the fact that the tenants above the bowling center have been told that
their rents will be tripled. White expressed concern that the bowling center will be able to generate
enough income to be viable.
Tanner stated he does not own the building and that he is only the owner of the bowling center, which is
located in the basement.
McMillan moved, Rahn seconded, Application #08-3351, Barry Tanner on behalf of Brook
Investment, B-1 Zoning District-Zoning Code Amendment, to direct staff to develop a code
amendment based on the memorandum received from the Planning Commission.
Murphy asked what the rationale is for including a swimming school, a scuba school, and an events
center in the B-1 District.
Turner stated the list was developed from suggestions from the Planning Commissioners and that the
places selected for the list were recreational.
Murphy stated he would like to understand the rationale for including some of these uses.
White noted the B-1 zoning districts within the City are very small and would not allow some of these
uses.
Gaffron indicated it was not the intent to expand the B-1 districts and that due to the size of the
properties located in the B-1 districts, some of these uses would not be allowed.
Bremer stated if the City Attorney feels it is better to have a list developed, she would be in favor of a
list, but that she has found over the years people’s tastes change and recommended that if the district
cannot accommodate a certain use, it should be eliminated from the list.
McMillan asked whether wine could also be sold.
Bremer stated a liquor license would be required to sell wine or beer stronger than 3.2 beer.
Turner stated if stronger beer or alcohol is served, Staff would like to see a larger food selection offered.
Murphy requested that Staff give some consideration to the future advantages and disadvantages of each
specific use that is listed as they draft the zoning code amendment.
VOTE: Ayes 5, Nays 0.
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MINUTES OF THE
ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Tuesday, May 27, 2008
7:00 o’clock p.m.
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MAYOR/COUNCIL REPORT
Rahn stated he did review the pictures of the work taking place on Big Island and that the work looks
great. Rahn noted the Star Tribune’s Saturday paper carried a story about the Minnehaha and Big
Island.
McMillan suggested the City send a representative to the upcoming LMCD meeting. McMillan
indicated she has a concern regarding the amount of funding the LMCD would like to be levied and
noted that the LMCD is attempting to levy $30,000 for the chemical treatment, which in her view
should fall under Save the Lake. McMillan recommended a letter be sent from the City regarding that
item and suggested this item be discussed further in a work session.
White expressed concern that the residents on the chemically treated bays are not aware of all the
regulations that should be followed and the consequences that could happen if they are not closely
adhered to. White stated based on his past experience, it is doubtful the costs to treat the bays would
decrease in future years.
Keidrowski asked whether Staff should draft a letter regarding the LMCD levy for Council review at
their upcoming work session.
White requested that a letter be drafted.
McMillan commented the LMCD should be more cognizant of the budget constraints that the City is
under and attempt to make reasonable funding requests.
CITY ENGINEER’S REPORT
City Engineer Kellogg had nothing to report.
CITY ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT
*5. URBAN HENNEPIN COUNTY JOINT COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT (CDBG) FOR
FISCAL YEAR 2009-2011 – RESOLUTION NO. 5749
Murphy moved, Bremer seconded, to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 5749, a Resolution Authorizing
the Execution of a Joint Cooperation Agreement Between the City of Orono and Hennepin
County for Participation in the Urban Hennepin County Community Development Block Grant
Program in FY 2009-2011. VOTE: Ayes 5, Nays 0.
*6. ACCEPT RESIGNATION OF OFFICER KIM TOEWE
Murphy moved, Bremer seconded, to accept the resignation of Officer Kim Toewe effective May
25, 2008. VOTE: Ayes 5, Nays 0.
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MINUTES OF THE
ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Tuesday, May 27, 2008
7:00 o’clock p.m.
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*7. POLICE OFFICER HIRING
Murphy moved, Bremer seconded, to approve the hiring of Maureen Riverdahl and Erick Dyer at
Step One of the L.E.L.S. Local #40 Contract, which is $21.07 per hour. Riverdahl will be senior to
Dahl as she was the top candidate. VOTE: Ayes 5, Nays 0.
*8. APPOINTMENT OF 2008 GOLF COURSE EMPLOYEE
Murphy moved, Bremer seconded, to approve the appointment of Thomas Baurle to a seasonal
position with the Golf Course, effective June 7, 2008, at a pay rate of $8.00 per hour under the
applicable provisions of the PERA rules. VOTE: Ayes 5, Nays 0.
CITY ATTORNEY’S REPORT
Mattick reported on the state aid issue, noting the screening board meets tomorrow. Based on
comments made at the prescreening board level, it is likely the screening board will authorize that
Orono can keep the current amount of funding with no penalty subject to the City assuming all private
streets. If the City chooses not to assume the private streets, the state aid would be decreased by
approximately $50,000 this year, and a $250,000 penalty would be assessed for the past five years.
Staff has not calculated the costs to assume the streets. Mattick stated once the screening board makes
their recommendation, Mn/DOT would then typically approve the recommendation.
Murphy stated Staff should calculate the costs to not assume the private streets as well as the costs to
assume the private streets. Murphy asked how Mn/DOT justifies going back five years as opposed to
three years versus some other number of years. Murphy stated in his view this should be looked at
state-wide to see whether other cities categorize their streets the same way.
Mattick stated he is unaware of any rule that states how many years they can go back and that if the City
opposes the finding, Mn/DOT may take the position that they are entitled to be compensated for every
penny Mn/DOT feels has been overpaid. In the past, on other funding issues, Mn/DOT has typically
gone back five years.
Murphy stated in his view the City should fight this issue.
Mattick stated the City of Minnetonka did indicate to the screening board that they also have private
roads but that they do not count those roads in their state aid calculation.
McMillan stated it was her understanding there was some documentation from the screening board
stating that they would not go back in the past and penalize the city.
Mattick stated they are not looking to go back as long as the City adopts the recommendation of the
screening board and the City assumes full control over the private roads. Mattick stated in his opinion
the City has reserved jurisdiction of the private roads in their agreements.
Murphy recommended the City Council look at all the options and the costs associated with those
options and then make a decision.
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MINUTES OF THE
ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Tuesday, May 27, 2008
7:00 o’clock p.m.
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(CITY ATTORNEY’S REPORT, Continued)
Mattick reported there is a resident who will be applying for a residential kennel license that is
somewhat unique in that she does not yet live in the city. Mattick noted in the past the City has only
approved licenses and permits for city residents. This person is waiting to purchase the property to
know whether the permit will be approved by the City. They have estimated that they can accommodate
ten dogs on the 23-acre parcel. The entire lower level of the residence will be turned into a
kennel/living area for the dogs.
Bremer stated she is familiar with this person and that she has done a tremendous amount of work for
dogs in general. Bremer indicated generally speaking she would be supportive of this license if the
neighbors are informed of the permit application and that some conditions should be placed on the
permit. Bremer stated a large number of the dogs would be sick and elderly, would not be outside a
great deal of time, and that there is quite a bit of turnover in the dogs given their age.
McMillan asked what the normal process is for a kennel license.
Mattick stated typically the person would already own a residence in the city and would then make
application to the city. Mattick stated he did speak with the person and that she has indicated the dogs
would primarily be kept indoors. The person has also indicated that she has taken steps to speak with
the neighbors and that it is her intent to create a roaming area, which would not be located next to the
neighbors.
Mattick stated the first issue is whether Staff can accept the application from a nonresident because the
license goes to the person and not the property.
White stated the license would need to be conditioned on her becoming a resident.
Mattick stated the person would also like to be approved for 12 dogs and that the application will likely
be before the Council at the next council meeting.
Bremer asked whether Staff is familiar with a license being considered by the Council that was
submitted by a nonresident.
Gaffron indicated he is not aware of any such application.
Murphy indicated he had recommended to City staff that the City Attorney become involved in this
matter given the legal background of the person interested in applying.
Mattick indicated he raised the issue because he was looking for direction from the Council on how
many dogs would be allowed and whether a nonresident can apply for this type of license.
White recommended the City learn from what happened up in the Hugo area and develop guidelines on
who cleans up the debris, et cetera, following a disaster of that magnitude.
McMillan asked what the status is on the joint powers agreement for police protection during the
Republican Convention.
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MINUTES OF THE
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Tuesday, May 27, 2008
7:00 o’clock p.m.
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(CITY ATTORNEY’S REPORT, Continued)
Mattick stated the agreement is currently being reviewed by the League of Minnesota Cities as it relates
to coverage issues.
McMillan asked if there would be any additional coverage provided to Orono from the City of St. Paul
if the City enters into this joint powers agreement.
Mattick stated the agreement is simply that the City of Orono would help the City of St. Paul during the
Republican Convention and that additional police coverage would not be reciprocated by the City of St.
Paul at some future event held in Orono.
9. LICENSES AND PERMITS
FIREWORKS DISPLAY
1. Applicant: RES Specialty Pyrotechnics
Location: 315 Tonkawa Road
Date: Tuesday, June 3, 2008
Time: 9:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
SALE AND/OR STORAGE OF CONSUMER FIREWORKS
2. Applicant: Thomas Miller/Orono Petro
Location: 2160 Wayzata Boulevard West
Date: May 27 – December 31, 2008
Time: Monday-Friday, 6:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.
GARBAGE HAULER
3. Allied Waste Services of the Twin Cities, LLC
9813 Flying Cloud Drive
Eden Prairie, MN 55347
SPECIAL EVENT
4. Applicant: John Earling
Event: Birthday party with music
Location: 2165 Colin Drive
Date: Saturday, May 31, 2008
Time: 6:00 p.m. – Midnight with music from 7:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
Murphy moved, Bremer seconded, to approve the above listed licenses. VOTE: Ayes 5, Nays 0.
*10. BILLS
Murphy moved, Bremer seconded, to approve payment of the All Funds Account. VOTE:
Ayes 5, Nays 0.
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ADJOURNMENT
Bremer moved, McMillan seconded, to adjourn the meeting at 8:57 p.m. VOTE: Ayes 5, Nays 0.
ATTEST:
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Linda S. Vee, City Clerk James M. White, Mayor
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