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HomeMy WebLinkAbout06-26-2017 Council Minutes MINUTES OF THE ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING Monday,June 26,2017 7:00 o'clock p.m. ROLL CALL The Orono City Council met on the above-mentioned date with the following members present: Mayor Dennis Walsh,Council Members Richard Crosby, II,Wendy Dankey,Aaron Printup, and Victoria Seals. Representing Staff were City Administrator poug Reeder,Community Service Director Jeremy Barnhart, Public Works/City Engineer Adam Edwards, and City Attomey Soren Mattick. Mayor Walsh called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m., followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. APPROVAL OF AGENDA 1. CONSENT AGENDA Walsh moved,Printup seconded,to add Item No.22 to the Agenda. VOTE: Ayes 5,Nays 0. Item No. 12 was removed from the Consent Agenda and Item No. 14 was added to the Consent Agenda. Printup moved,Seals seconded,to approve the Consent Agenda as amended. VOTE: Ayes 5, Nays 0. 2. CITY COLTNCIL MEETING OF JUNE 12,2017 3. CLAIMSBILLS 4. GARBAGE HAULERS LICENSE 5. APPOVAL OF BACKUP GENERATORS FOR THE NAVARRE WATER PLANT 6. PROGRAMMATIC MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT WITH MINNEHAHA WATERSHED DISTRICT 7. APPOINTMENT OF 2017 SEASONAL EMPLOYEES 8. APPROVAL TO ACCEPT DONATION FROM THE CRIME PREVENTION FUND 9. #17-3910 LAKEWEST DEVELOPMENT,LLC,3245 WAYZATA BOULEVARD WEST, INTERIM USE PERMIT,RESOLUTION FOR DENIAL,RESOLUTION NO. 6771 10. #17-3925 CITY OF ORONO,TEXT AMENDMENT: SMALL LOTS/SETBACKS- CORRECTED ORDINANCE,ORDINANCE NO. 199,THIRD SERIES 11. #17-3939 JOHN BAILEY,2807 CASCO POINT ROAD,CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT, RESOLUTION NO.6772 12. JOINT COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT WITH HENNEPIN COUNTY—COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT(CDBG)IN FY 2018-2020,RESOLUTION NO. 6773 This item was removed from the Consent Agenda. Page 1 of 12 MINUTES OF THE ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING Monday,June 26,2017 7:00 o'clock p.m. 14. APPROVAL OF GOLF COURSE DRAINAGE PROPOSAL PUBLIC COMMENTS Mark Doepke,265 Hollander Road, stated he would like to discuss the action that was taken at the previous City Council meeting relating to the change in fire protection for certain portions of Orono that are currently served by the Wayzata Fire Department. Doepke asked if the notice was sent to Wayzata purely to keep the City Council's options open or has the decision been made to make a change. Walsh stated the decision was made to make the change. Doepke noted four to five years ago a similar proposal was brought up, and prior to it being taken up by the City Council,all the residents in the affected areas were sent a mailer notifying them of the proposed change and giving them the opportunity to speak on the matter. Walsh stated that occurred last summer. Doepke stated there was also another hearing on it four to five years ago. Doepke stated when it happened a number of years ago,everybody in the affected area was sent a notice giving them the option to come to the City Council meeting to discuss it. Doepke stated during the course of those discussions, some research was done by either the Wayzata or the Long Lake Fire Department that looked at five different key areas that were serviced by the Wayzata Fire Department as it related to the number of miles and the time to respond. In five out of five of those situations,it took the Long Lake Fire Department longer to respond,particularly to the Chevy Chase neighborhood. Doepke noted it took over four and a half minutes longer for the Long Lake Fire Department to respond theoretically than the Wayzata Fire Department. Doepke stated in each of these five cases,while there were some cost savings to Orono,there was a longer response time required in order to service the call. Doepke stated that means people living in that area in a fire situation will be suffering greater damage than they would currently. Doepke asked if that was taken into consideration in the Council's vote. Walsh stated if Mr.Doepke watches the videotape from the last Council meeting,he will see that the Chief of the Long Lake Fire Department addressed that issue. Walsh noted the Mound Fire Department takes twice as long to get to Minnetonka Beach than Navarre but that it is all within the required response times. Walsh stated the City Council looked at whether the Long Lake Fire Department would be within the required fire response times prior to making the decision,which they were. As a result,the Council felt it was appropriate to bring it under the auspices of the Long Lake Fire Department,which services the rest of Orono. Crosby noted the Long Lake Fire Department has a box alarm system,which is an automatic mutual aid service with Wayzata,who would be responding to a house fire as well. Doepke asked if he is saying that in the instance of a fire there would automatically be an alarm sent to Wayzata and they would respond. Page 2 of 12 MINUTES OF THE ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING Monday,June 26,2017 7:00 o'clock p.m. PUBLIC COMMENTS—Continued Crosby indicated that is correct. Doepke asked if Wayzata would be doing that even though they will not be receiving any money from Orono. Crosby stated on a mutual aid system,the other fire department would get paid for that call. Doepke asked if both the Wayzata Fire Department and the Long Lake Fire Department would simultaneously respond in a house fire situation. Fire Chief Van Eyll stated the box alarm system is set up for 121arge events. In those situations,auto aid would be provided by surrounding departments,and in a house fire situation,the Wayzata Fire Department would still be called to respond. Van Eyll noted there are no payments that go back and forth between the two cities on the mutual aid. Doepke asked if that is the situation currently in the affected area. Van Eyll stated Wayzata would respond but that it is possible the Long Lake Fire Department would respond if Wayzata sends out a box alarm. Van Eyll stated if it is simply a small residential fire, Long Lake would not respond and vice versa. Van Eyll stated the mutual aid would only come into play in the larger events. Doepke asked whether the level of services would be the same with the Long Lake Fire Department as it is currently with the Wayzata Fire Department. Walsh stated it would be. Walsh noted the Orono Police Department would also respond to medical emergencies and other events. Doepke commented he found out about this by reading the local newspaper. Doepke asked if the residents were notified of the potential change. Walsh indicated it was published as all agenda items are published but that no specific letter was sent out to the residents. CITY ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT 20. ORONO WOODS CONTRACT City Administrator Reeder reviewed his Staff report dated June 26,2017. Reeder noted the new property owner is requesting the City provide fee title to the property,waive repayxnent of the park dedication and SAC and WAC charges,extend the tax increment financing district unti12028, and end the requirement that the building remain a senior building in 2044 rather than 2100. If the City denies the request,the TIF will remain in effect unti12024. Caitlyn Goff, Lang-Nelson,4601 Wayzata Boulevard, stated there is one change to the restrictive covenant,and that is that they would extend the affordability piece through the year 2042. Page 3 of 12 MINUTES OF THE ORONO CITY COUNCII.MEETING Monday,June 26,2017 7:00 o'clock p.m. 20. ORONO WOODS CONTRACT—Continued Walsh stated at the time of construction,the developer required some assistance from the City,which led to the creation of a tax increment financing district. In retum,the developer said they would take 20 percent of the complex and apply the affordability index to it, which reduces the payment that some seniors would be required to pay by 30 to 35 percent. Walsh noted the TIF district ends in 2024. Walsh stated the land was given to the City to make sure it stays as senior housing. As part of the incentive for the City to essentially sell the lease for a dollar, Walsh stated the new owner will extend the affordability component that ends in 2024 all the way to 2042,which would add 18 more years to the affordability component. Reeder noted a portion of this agreement is part of the HRA and that a special meeting of the HRA will need to be called along with a public hearing. Seals moved,Crosby seconded,to approve the Declaration of Restrictive Covenants for Orono Woods,to extend the affordability component of the agreement to the year 2042,and to direct Staff to schedule a meeNng of the��RA. VOTE: Ayes 5,Nays 0. 18. #17-3954 LONG LAKE FIItE DEPARTMENT/CITY OF ORONO SITE PLAN EMERGENCY DOCK Barnhart reviewed his Staff report dated June 26,2017,regarding the location of a dock for emergency access off of City-owned property near Molly's Corner on Shoreline Drive for exclusive use by the Long Lake Fire Department for their boat. Staff recommends approval of the dock subject to the conditions outlined in the report. Fire Chief Van Eyll stated they would like to obtain the City of Orono's approval prior to approaching the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District regarding this request and that they are anticipating that process will take 60 to 90 days. In the meantime,approval has been received to utilize the DNR dock over the 4�'of July holiday. Van Eyll stated he will be meeting with a representative from the MCWD as soon as possible following tonight's meeting. There were no public comments regarding this item. Dankey moved,Crosby seconded,to approve the site plan for the Long Lake Fire Department's placement of a dock and overnight boat storage,subject to the conditions outlined in Staff s report. VOTE: Ayes 5,Nays 0. 12. JOINT COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT WITH HENNEPIN COUNTY—COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT(CDBG)IN FY 2018-2020—RESOLUTION NO.6773 Barnhart reviewed his Staff reported dated June 26,2016. Hennepin County is asking the City to adopt a resolution approving the joint cooperative agreement. Barnhart stated the City does not currently have any grants identified at this time but it is a source of funds that could be used to facilitate a qualified project. Staff recommends adoption of the resolution. Walsh asked what type of projects in particular would qualify. Page 4 of 12 MINUTES OF THE ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING Monday,June 26,2017 7:00 o'clock p.m. 12. JOINT COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT WITH HENNEPIN COUNTY—COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT(CDBG)IN FY 2018-2020—RESOLUTION NO.6773— Continued Bamhart stated it could potentially be redevelopment of the Navarre area or work force housing. Barnhart noted the City is not required to apply for the grant but it does provide the City with an option for some funding. Walsh asked whether the developer could apply for the grant. Barnhart stated to his understanding the request would have to go through the City and not the developer. Barnhart noted going through the program would not cost the City anything and that he does not see any downside to being part of the program. Reeder noted Orono would be competing with the other cities in this program in obtaining the grants and that the project would need to come before the City Council for approval. Dankey asked if the City would be required by Hennepin County to do a certain type of housing project for being part of this project. Mattick indicated Hennepin County could suggest a project but that the City would need to approve it. Crosby moved,seconded,to adopt RESOLUTION NO.6773,a Resolution Authorizing the Execution of the Joint Cooperative Agreement with Hennepin County for the Community Development Block Grant(CDBG)in Fiscal Year 2018-2020. VOTE: Ayes 5,Nays 0. PUBLIC WORKS/CITY ENGINEER REPORT 13. APPROVAL OF GOLF COURSE PLANNING PROPOSAL Edwards reviewed his Staff report dated June 26,2017,regarding the development of a comprehensive plan for the golf course focused on future capital improvements. Seals commented she likes all the potential improvements except for the multi-use public trail since Orono already has a number of public trails and that the golf course should remain a golf course. Seals stated she does not like the idea of someone possibly walking on the trail and getting hit by a golf ball. Dankey asked if there is any thought about renting out the golf course for weddings and other events. Walsh stated the Park Commission is looking at a number of options and that is a possibility. Rick Meyers,Park Commission Chair, stated the trail the Park Commission is considering would be used during the wintertime and would be more of a cross-country ski trail. Meyers noted most of the City's trails are not cross-country ski trails and that the Park Commission feels the lack of winter activities available in the City is something that should be looked at. Meyers stated the trail would not be paved and that it would be located back towards the wooded area. Seals commented she would be open to using the trail during the winter. Page 5 of 12 MINUTES OF THE ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING Monday,June 26,2017 7:00 o'clock p.m. 13. APPROVAL OF GOLF COURSE PLANNING PROPOSAL—Continued Meyers stated the object was to make the golf course a winter activity area for sledding and cross-country skiing. Meyers stated in his view it should be included in the plan and that the Council could either decide to approve it or not at a later time. Seals moved,Crosby seconded,to accept Bolton and Menk's proposal to complete a concept plan for the Orono Golf Course for a fee not to exceed$5,800. VOTE: Ayes 5,Nays 0. 15. APPROVAL OF GOLF COURSE/PARKS SUPERINTENDENT POSITION AND RECRUITING Edwards reviewed his Staff report dated June 26,2017,regarding the adjustment of the duties and responsibilities of the Golf Course superintendent to include responsibility for all of the Orono parks and to begin the hiring process for the position. Walsh noted the City Council did discuss this earlier at a work session and that the City's organizational committee also discussed it. Walsh stated based on that discussion, it might be premature to approve the hiring of this position until the Council has a better idea of what functions the Public Works Department will encompass. Printup commented he likes the overall idea of this position but that he agrees with tabling it for the time being. Walsh moved,Printup seconded,to table Item No. 15,Approval of a Golf Course/Parks Superintendent Position and Recruiting. VOTE: Ayes 5,Nays 0. PLANNING DEPARTMENT REPORT 16. #16-3883 KEVIN ANDERSON/JAMES FRANZEL,800 NORTH ARM DRIVE, PRELIMINARY PLAT—RESOLUTION NO.6774 Barnhart reviewed his Staff report dated June 26,2017,regarding the proposed subdivision of a four acre property into three lots. The Planning Commission voted 6-0 to approve the preliminary plat, subject to several conditions,but did not support the lot width variance for Lot 1. Staff recommends approval of the preliminary plat subject to a number of conditions,including revising the plan to eliminate the lot width variance for Lot 1. Walsh noted one of the conditions is that the house on Lot 3, if rebuilt,must completely meet the 75-foot lake setback. Walsh stated it does not appear the property owner has a lot of options. Barnhart stated if you measure 75 feet back,the house would be moved back two feet. Barnhart stated the house is currently nonconforming and that the idea was to make the lot more conforming. Barnhart noted the average lakeshore setback will be done as part of the final plat document. Barnhart stated if the average lakeshore setback is not established and one of the other lots is developed, it could take away from the buildable area on Lot 3. Page 6 of 12 MINUTES OF THE ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING Monday,June 26,2017 7:00 o'clock p.m. 16. #16-3883 KEVIN ANDERSON/JAMES FRANZEL,800 NORTH ARM DRIVE, PRELIMINARY PLAT—RESOLUTION NO.6774—Continued Walsh noted Staff's report says the average lakeshore setback will be per the conceptual building setbacks as shown. Walsh asked if the building pad for Lot 3 would be a different building pad than what is shown as the existing building pad. Barnhart stated the average lakeshore setback would be identified and that the conceptual building pad would be out of the 75-foot zone by the two feet that the current house encroaches. Kevin Anderson,Applicant, stated the only item that was not discussed was the easement that was created for the utility company. Anderson stated by moving the property lot,the utility company can go through that area via the driveway on one of the lots. Anderson stated moving the line was to increase visibility and to provide the easement. Franzel noted it would put the easement along the property line,which would be the most reasonable use of the land rather than having it cut significantly through Lot 1. Barnhart pointed out the location of the easement and noted that shifting the green line over would require a new easement. Barnhart noted a standard plat typically shows easements along the property lines. Anderson stated if they move the easement up and then have the easement follow the property line to create a 140-foot wide lot,they would create a situation where there would be a very sharp turn. Bamhart stated Staff feels the line can be moved over relatively easily and that Staff is attempting to preserve the 140-foot width. Barnhart noted there are two easements,with one of the easements following the property line and the other easement providing access to the lift station. Anderson noted there currently is no easement for the lift station. Barnhart stated the lift station does impede the use and enjoyment of the property and that Staff is attempting to minimize that as much as possible. Walsh asked whether the applicant is okay with relocating the building pad for Lot 3 out of the 75-foot zone. Anderson stated if the house is torn down,there would be enough room to relocate the building pad two feet so it is out of the 75-foot zone. Crosby asked if there is anything on Lot 1 currently. Anderson indicated there is not. Anderson stated the Planning Commission had recommended the proposed building pad on Lot 1 be moved to the south,which has been done. Anderson asked whether the City Council would be willing to grant the lot width variance. Walsh stated that appears to be the only issue and that it would seem more logical to square up the lot as the applicant has proposed. Page 7 of 12 MINUTES OF THE ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING Monday,June 26,2017 7:00 o'clock p.m. 16. #16-3883 KEVIN ANDERSON/JAMES FRANZEL,800 NORTH ARM DRIVE, PRELIMINARY PLAT—RESOLUTION NO.6774—Continued Crosby commented it makes sense and that 100 feet is reasonable. Walsh stated his main concem was that the conceptual building pad be located out of the 75-foot setback. Anderson noted if the house is remodeled, it would still remain within the 75-foot zone. Anderson indicated he did speak with the neighbor who had expressed concerns at the Planning Commission meeting and that he did assure him they would be meeting the LMCD requirements. There were no public comments regarding this item. Crosby moved,Printup seconded,to adopt RESOLUTION NO.6774,a Resolution Granting Preliminary Plat and Rezoning Approval for the Property Located at 800 North Arm Road,File No. 16-3883,with the granNng of the 100-foot lot width variance for Lot 1 and the conceptual building pad for Lot 3 being located out of the 75-foot setback. VOTE: Ayes 5,Nays 0. 17. #17-3940 JASON AND ANELISE PETERSON,4105 HIGHWOOD ROAD,VARIANCES— RESOLUTION NO.6775 Barnhart reviewed Staffls report dated June 26,2017. Barnhart noted at the last City Council meeting, the Council voted 5-0 to direct Staff to draft a resolution for approval of the variances without granting the variance for the deck. The applicants have provided a revised plan modifying the decks on the west side conforming to the 75-foot setback but encroaching 15 feet into the average lakeshore setback,which is a four-foot further extension than originally proposed. Staff recommends approval of the revised plan. Jason Peterson,Applicant,stated the architect removed two posts from the deck and instead cantilevered the deck,which allows for more visibility. Peterson stated there were some challenges with the hardcover currently on the property,which is being proposed to be removed out of the 75-foot zone. Peterson noted that will open up 43 feet of view for the neighbor. In addition,a number of drainage improvements are being proposed,including drain tile. On the east side where the water runs onto the neighboring lot,the swale will be improved. George Applebaum,4109 Highwood Road, stated he lives just west of the subject property. Applebaum stated initially when he met with the applicants,he agreed to support their request for a 5-foot setback on their side of the property,but given the recent changes to the plan,he now questions his level of support for the project. Applebaum asked if the height of the proposed house fits within the City's guidelines for height. Barnhart stated the variance is required due to the height of the garage. Applebaum stated he appreciates the changes the applicants have made to their original plan but that it is still an imposing structure that extends between 38 and 45 feet above grade all the way out into the average lakeshore setback area. Another item of concem is the egress window on the west side,which will be located pretty close to the property line given the amount of encroachment. The fireplace bump- out,which did not appear on the original plan, is also another item of concern. Applebaum stated his 17. Page 8 of 12 MINUTES OF THE ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING Monday,June 26,2017 7:00 o'clock p.m. #17-3940 JASON AND ANELISE PETERSON,4105 HIGHWOOD ROAD,VARIANCES— RESOLUTION NO.6775—Continued assumption was that it was originally pulled into the structure and now it appears as a buxnp-out. Applebaum stated while that might be excluded from the definition of a structural encroachment,it is assuming a normal 10-foot setback. Applebaum commented it is a little unsettling how close the structure is to the property line. Applebaum stated the revised plan has now extended the house another four to six feet into the average lakeshore setback. Applebaum stated being that the entire structure is so tall,it will be like living next to a billboard. In addition, according to current City Code,the two bottom decks could be screened in at a future time without any additional approvals from the City,which would really block their view. Applebaum noted the upper deck will be approximately 30 feet off the ground. Walsh noted the height of the house without the garage meets the 30-foot number. Because the house is attached to the garage, it requires a variance. Applebaum indicated that is his understanding as well. Seals asked if the egress wells are 1.2 feet away from the property line. Barnhart indicated that is what is shown on the drawings. Seals asked if the 1.3 is the fireplace. Barnhart stated it is. Applebaum commented the structure keeps getting closer to the property line and that the egress wells are for a fifth bedroom,which was also not shown on the original plans. Walsb noted the new home will be located further away from the lake. Applebaum pointed out the existing house is 18 feet tall but that it is located closer to the lake. Gary Germnudsen,4101 Highwood Road, stated he and his wife are concemed about some of the encroachments and that they had requested some stakes be placed so they know where the 75-foot setback and the average lakeshore setback is,and that has not happened. Germnudsen stated the encroachment into the average lakeshore setback has increased,which will impact his sightlines further. Germnudsen noted the house is actually over three stories high due to some crawl space being built into the foundation. Germnudsen pointed out his sightlines from the deck. Germnudsen stated he will be looking at their deck since it is three levels high,and that he would recommend the decks be eliminated or move the house back nine feet. Germnudsen commented the applicant is more concerned about his deck than he is for the 75-foot setback or for their sightlines. Dankey stated she has driven past this area and that they are difficult lots. Dankey commented everyone will need to leam how to get along. Crosby asked if the third floor deck services the master bedroom. Page 9 of 12 MINUTES OF THE ORONO CITY COUNCII,MEETING Monday,June 26,2017 7:00 o'clock p.m. 17. #17-3940 JASON AND ANELISE PETERSON,4105 HIGHWOOD ROAD,VARIANCES— RESOLUTION NO.6775—Continued Peterson indicated it is. Crosby asked if he could reduce the size of the third floor deck. Peterson stated it is possible and that he is currently exploring that with his builder. Peterson stated he likes how the builder reduced it down to three beams,and if there is still a way to design the top deck to be smaller,they would be open to that. Crosby encouraged the applicant to consider doing that to help alleviate some of the neighbors' concerns. Peterson stated the challenge with the height is tying the new house into the existing garage and allowing for enough head room to walk into the garage. Peterson stated they also looked at tearing down the existing garage but that it is still a quality garage. Peterson noted they have also reduced the pitch of the roof and kept the ceiling height on the second floor at eight feet. Walsh noted the applicants are not requesting more than the 30 feet that is allowed. Peterson pointed out the corner of the deck and noted that the revised plans allows for 45 feet of open space. Peterson stated they have attempted to accommodate the neighbors' concerns with their design. Walsh noted there is no need for a fifth bedroom and that it could be used for something else. Walsh stated there dces not appear to be a practical difficulty for having the egress well. Walsh stated there also does not appear to be a practical difficulty for the fireplace bump-out either. Peterson stated the well is based on code due to the size of the window and that they could look at installing a smaller window. Peterson noted there are bushes on that side of the house and that the well would not be readily visible. Peterson stated it would be nice to have a fifth bedroom but that they could look at that as well. Walsh stated he understands the encroachment for the house since the structure has to be livable,but when the house is close to the property line,the encroachments should be limited as much as possible. Walsh stated he is struggling with the practical difficulty for the egress well and the fireplace bump-out. Seals commented she feels the same way. Dankey commented a fifth bedroom does not make sense when there is not enough room from the property line. Peterson stated they can make it a non-egress room and that the fireplace has been depicted on their plan for a number of months. . Germnudsen stated in his view the applicant should look at reducing the size of the house as well as getting rid of the egress well. Germnudsen commented it is a tough lot but that the house is getting to be too big. Germnudsen pointed out the line of sight from his property and noted that his sightline is blocked due to the decks. Page 10 of 12 MINUTES OF THE ORONO CITY COUNCII.MEETING Monday,June 26,2017 7:00 o'clock p.m. 17. #17-3940 JASON AND ANELISE PETERSON,4105 HIGHWOOD ROAD,VARIANCES— RESOLUTION NO.6775—Continued Printup stated the main issue is the encroachment on the property line. Crosby stated the applicant could remove the egress well and reduce the fireplace bump-out. Walsh stated the Council could stick with the 5.2 feet. Crosby moved,Printup seconded,to adopt RESOLUTION NO.6775,a Resolution Approving Variances from Municipal Zoning Code Sections 78-1,78-330,78-1279,and 78-1700,removing the egress well and adhering to the 5.2 foot line,File No. 17-3940. VOTE: Ayes 5,Nays 0. MAYOR/COUNCII.,REPORT 19. APPOINTMENT OF CITY ADMINISTRATOR Dankey moved,Crosby seconded,to appoint Dustin Reef as the new City Administrator,and to approve the employment agreement. VOTE: Ayes 5,Nays 0. MAYOR/COUNCIL REPORT,CONTINUED Seals noted the Lurton dog park opening was held July 17 and was a great success. Seals stated she has continued to receive a great outpouring of support over the proposed improvements to Big Island. Printup noted the Children of the American Revolution will be holding a pancake breakfast at the Wayzata Depot on July 4th. Printup commented there was a great story on the Lurton dog park opening in th�Laker and Pion��r. Crosby reminded people to be safe over the July 4"'holiday. � Dankey commented she is happy about the possibility of having winter activities at the Orono Golf Course. Walsh reported 300-plus dog permits have now been issued for the Lurton dog park. Walsh stated the Sky Hawks Sports Day with the Orono School District was held on June 22°a In attendance was Paraolympian Natalie Simms,who competed in the Rio paraolympics. CITY ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT,CONTINUED 21. REPORT ON 2016 AUDIT Reeder noted the City Council recently received a letter from the City's auditors talking about the fact that the City has postponed the audit for 2016,which is normally due at the end of June. Due to the Page 11 of 12 MINUTES OF THE ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING Monday,June 26,2017 7:00 o'clock p.m. 21. REPORT ON 2016 AUDIT—Continued personal leave of absence of the finance director,the City requested the state auditor allow some additional time to complete the audit. Reeder stated that request has been approved and the City now has until the end of August to complete the audit. Walsh noted the City Council has to approve the Abdo, Eick& Meyers contract to complete the City's audit. Printup asked if the audit extension will have any adverse impacts on the City. Reeder stated it will not, given the circumstances. Staff is very confident that the budget and the audit will be completed in the coming months. Crosby moved,Printup seconded,to approve the agreement with Abdo,Eick& Meyers to complete the City's audit subject to review and comments by the City Attorney. VOTE: Ayes 5,Nays 0. CITY ATTORNEY'S REPORT Mattick stated he had nothing to report. ADJOURNMENT Printup moved, Crosby seconded,to adjourn the Orono City Council meeting at 8:39 p.m. VOTE: Ayes 5, Nays 0. ATTEST: , • Anna Carlson, City Clerk Dennis Walsh, Mayor Page 12 of 12