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HomeMy WebLinkAbout07-10-2017 Council Minutes MINUTES OF THE ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING Monday,July 10,2017 7:00 o'clock p.m. 16. NAVARRE AREA PLAN—APPROVE SCOPE AND AUTHORIZE ADVERTISEMENT- Continued identification of small items that generate interest on the part of the residents as well as identification of redevelopment opportunities and private investment opportunities. Printup asked if he is talking about projects such as intersection landscaping. Barnhart stated that could be one example. Barnhart stated the plan would help identify possible land use options for different parcels. Walsh commented he is not sure the City can create the demand for reinvestment. Barnhart stated if the vitality of the neighborhood is a goal and there are some possible land uses identified for different areas,it would give developers a better idea of what is desired in the area,but that the City needs to first understand what the public would like to see. Printup asked if the City can take what they have already compiled and provide it to the consultant or whether that material is outdated. Barnhart stated that material can be reviewed to see whether it still applies. Walsh commented he would hate to spend$25,000 and then nothing happens with the plan. Walsh stated the City is limited in what they can do. Reeder stated the City Council may want to look at providing some type of incentives to business owners to reinvest. Walsh commented that can also be a slippery slope,and if there is enough demand,the owners will invest in their buildings. Dankey stated there should be a way to access the trail from the southern side of County Road 15. Dankey noted if buildings aze improved,that usually means a tenant's rent will increase,which can mean those tenants will go elsewhere. Crosby stated the City should be encouraging the businesses to reinvest. Barnhart stated the City has not acted on a number of plans that were done in the past but that the Navarre area is now starting to see more investment. Barnhart noted the City's current Comprehensive Plan is � eight years old and does not fit with what the residents want and that it would be better to have a plan that the residents want. Barnhart stated a couple objectives of the plan would be to encourage more investment and develop an overall vision for the area. Walsh commented the City Council can provide specific direction to an applicant and they might choose to bring forth a different plan. Barnhart stated if there is a plan that the community wants,it puts the City in a stronger position to provide direction to prospective developers. Barnhart noted Staff frequently hears concern from the Page 12 of 14 MINUTES OF THE ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING Monday,July 10,2017 7:00 o'clock p.m. 15. REVIEW CHANGES TO THE FEE SCHEDULE AS IT PERTAINS TO PLANNING AND ZONING Barnhart reviewed his Staff report dated July 10,2017,r�garding proposed changes to the City's fee schedule as it applies to zoning permits/applications,and building,mechanical and plumbing permits. Barnhart stated Staff is not opposed to the changes but noted the reductions in fees will impact the City's budget in 2018. Walsh stated there were two main issues the Code Review Committee looked at. The first one was what other nearby communities are doing and the second was why the fee was set at what it is. Walsh stated one of the goals is to encourage residents to improve their properties and residences and then also having it be cost effective for the City. Dankey asked if there is a new zoning permit for docks included in the schedule. Dankey noted the schedule says proposed fee$50 and then nothing under currently. Barnhart stated there are no new fees being proposed at this time. Barnhart stated the City requires a dock permit but that he is not recommending a$50 dock fee. Barnhart stated the City Council typically will review the fee schedule in November. Walsh stated in his view a dock fee is not necessary and that he would recommend passing the revised fee schedule without the dock fee and making it effective August 1 S` Barnhart noted the$275 includes the costs identified by Staff and that the proposed fees are in line with other nearby communities. Dankey asked how the budget deficit will be offset. Walsh stated the Council will be starting its budget discussions in the very near future and that the City had an extra$650,000 in revenue last year. Walsh stated the fees are a very small piece of the City's revenue and that he dces not want to have people paying more than they should. Barnhart noted the third quarter begins September lst and that he would recommend having the new fees take effect that day. Dankey moved,Seals seconded,to direct Staff to draft a revised fee schedule ordinance with elimination of the dock fee and with the new fees commencing September 1. VOTE: Ayes 5, Nays 0. 16. NAVARRE AREA PLAN—APPROVE SCOPE AND AUTHORIZE ADVERTISEMENT Barnhart reviewed his Staff report dated July 10,2017. Barnhart stated the goal of the project is to get a sense from the Navarre residents of what they would envision for the Navarre area. Walsh stated he knows the City has undertaken similar projects on the Navarre area and that he would like to know what is different about this project from what has been done in the past. Barnhart stated the Navarre area is starting to see small incremental building changes as well as some reinvestment in the Navarre area. Barnhart indicated Staff would like from a community standpoint Page 11 of 14 MINUTES OF THE ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING Monday,July 10,2017 7:00 o'clock p.m. 14. #17-3944 WESTWOOD PROFESSIONAL SERVICES ON BEHALF OF UGORETS 8098 LLC,2520 SHADYWOOD ROAD,REZONING AND MASTER PLAN APPROVAL- Continued Frank Masserano,2477 Shadywood Road,stated he is located right across from this project. Masserano thanked Mayor Walsh for his comments regarding the recommendation from Staff. Masserano stated he is opposed to the project and rezoning for the following reasons: One,the entrance and exit drive for this proposed building will be directly across from the IMS office building entrance and driveway. The 80-plus cars entering and exiting will intensely increase the difficulty of the staff's and visitors' ability to access his property. Masserano noted at the Planning Commission meeting it was stated this will not significantly increase traffic on County Road 19,which is simply not the case. Two, City Staff indicated the proposed use of the property is the highest intense use for density. Masserano stated this is a conclusion prepared by the powers that be having to meet their own internal requirements for density and was not created with any kind of input from the community. Masserano stated this conclusion represents poor judgment and a lack of common sense and would result in a terrible impact on the immediate community. Masserano commented he likes Alex Ugorets very much and that he supports the development of private property but not at the cost of the health and welfare of the community. Masserano stated the other reasons he is opposed to this project include,one,the proposed condominiums will not sell at$750,000 and will end up the same way as the Mist project did. Masserano stated he is aware of the problems that result from living in multi-family housing. Masserano stated another reason he is opposed to the project is traffic,the impact on the wildlife,and the height of the building. Masserano stated in his view other options exist for the property. Masserano noted Charles Cudd is building seven homes next to his property,which is fine,and perhaps the plan could be changed to allow for something that like. In addition,75 homes are being built on the old golf course,which will also add to the traffic in the area. Masserano commented he realizes Alex Ugorets has invested a lot of money and that it would be appropriate for him to get a yes or a no on the project. Masserano encouraged the City Council to deny the project. There were no further public comments. Crosby stated he appreciates the comments by the applicant and the residents. Crosby stated he believes the applicant wants to do something good for the community but unfortunately the proposed project is not it. Crosby moved,Seals seconded,to direct Staff to draft a denial resolution for Application No.#17-3944,Westwood Professional Services on behalf of Ugorets 8098,LLC,2520 Shadywood Road. VOTE: Ayes 5,Nays 0. (Recess taken from 8:39 p.m.to 8:42 p.m.) Page 10 of 14 MINUTES OF THE ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING Monday,July 10,2017 7:00 o'clock p.m. 14. #17-3944 WESTWOOD PROFESSIONAL SERVICES ON BEHALF OF UGORETS 8098 LLC,2520 SHADYWOOD ROAD,REZONING AND MASTER PLAN APPROVAL- Continued Kirk Sherman,2505 Old Beach Road,stated the Comprehensive Plan gave this piece of property that it could potentially be RPUD. Sherman stated as you look at the overall plan and the discussion relating to Navarre,that was a cautious approach. In that context,the authors noted things like traffic conditions and the Comprehensive Plan specifically says that County Road 15 is far over capacity and it is not practical or economical to increase it. Therefore,additional housing options will be primarily developed along Orono's Highway 12 corridor. Sherman noted there are two key factors embodied in the City's ordinances. Of paramount importance to the citizens of the City is the preservation of Lake Minnetonka and wetlands. The disasterous effects of intense residenrial and commercial development within the City and especially those areas adjacent to Lake Minnetonka and the wetlands are painfully evident. The guiding principles of maintaining open spaces,avoiding the ill effects of overcrowding,avoiding premature development,avoiding future pollution problems which are inherent in any plan,to intensively develop land adjacent to wetlands and Lake Minnetonka,and the need to change some allowed uses in order to preserve the quality of the groundwater supplies in the area were recognized in the Comprehensive Plan. Sherman stated at the time the Comprehensive Plan was done,these parameters were developed and this site was identified as a possible location for RPUD. Sherman stated at the time the applicant created his plan,he knew about the 30-foot height requirement,the 3-story requirement,the setbacks,the density limitation,and the 5-acre requirement. Sherman noted this RPUD requires a number of exceptions, which is not the vision of the Comprehensive Plan,and to say that this parcel envisioned this type of project is not accurate. Sherman stated as it relates to the height,the Freshwater Institute is primarily a one-story building with a small element that is taller,so this building is not comparable to the Freshwater Institute. Sherman stated there was also discussion about how many stories will be visible from County Road 19. Sherman noted the view from County Road 15 will be a 5-story building. Barnhart displayed a picture of the Freshwater Institute. Sherman stated when you take the 58 feet in the back,they can see that it is hugely significant. Sherman stated it is his belief that this property is higher than his,and for most of the year he can see the top element of the Freshwater Institute. Sherman stated with this project he will have the potential of 60 feet of building facing down into his yard blocking his view as well as the people coming around on County Road 19. Sherman encouraged the City Council to follow the recommendation of the Planning Commission. Seals stated Mr. Sherman's house was one of the houses that she thought of when considering this project and that she has been to his property in the past. Seals stated when someone looks up from that property to this area,you would see part of the Freshwater Institute and you would probably be seeing a lot of this proposed building from that lot. Page 9 of 14 MINUTES OF THE ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING Monday,July 10,2017 7:00 o'clock p.m. 14. #17-3944 WESTWOOD PROFESSIONAL SERVICES ON BEHALF OF UGORETS 8098 LLC,2520 SHADYWOOD ROAD,REZONING AND MASTER PLAN APPROVAL- ConNnued Ugorets commented it is virtually unheard of to construct a two-story apartment building in the metropolitan area. Mayor Walsh asked whether anyone from the public would like to comment on this application. Cecelia Cullen,2700 Pheasant Road,stated she appreciated the responses from the City Council because it gave her the sense that she was being heard. Cullen stated she has found over the years that traffic has really increased in this area and that it is very difficult or impossible to take a left off of Pheasant Road during rush hour. Cullen stated due to the curve in the road,Pheasant Road is not very visible,and there are also bicyclists in the area that motorists have to worry about. Cullen stated she cannot imagine the impact of another 80 cars from this development as well as additional drivers from the redeveloped golf course. Tim Olson,2510 Old Beach Road,noted he spoke at the June Planning Commission meeting and that his main points are contained in the minutes. Olson noted he has been asked to speak on behalf of a number of the residents and that people acknowledge proper development of this property under the guidelines and restricrions that are in place. Olson noted over 200 residents have signed the online petition against this project. Olson stated through the development of the Orono Comprehensive Plan,the residents have entrusted the City Council to make decisions in accordance with the plan and guidelines. The Comprehensive Plan was developed with considerable community input with the expectation that this plan would be followed to help shape the development of the area going into the future. The management plan contains six elements,with the main elements being land use and environmental protection. Orono residents place the highest priority on open space,preservation of woodlands and wetlands,with emphasis on dark skies and an emphasis on land use that maintains the historic identity of Orono. Olson stated the residents are aware that this area has to be rezoned RPUD to achieve certain housing goals and that there are seven principles required for an RPUD. Olson noted this particular project does not meet most of those and that the design should be compatible with the surrounding land uses. One of the main problems is that the land does not meet the 5-acre land requirement and that the proposed density at 15.63 units per acre exceeds the maximum allowable density for the project. In addition,the proposed building height exceeds the City's height limitation; fails to meet several setbacks,with the front setback coming as close as 35 feet; and does not provide for open space. Olson stated the design, the size,and the number of units do not in any way fit into this neighborhood and that there is currently no other building remotely this size in Navarre. Olson noted the term flexibility has been used in connection with the RPUD. Olson stated he appreciates flexibility on a project but that flexibility should not meaningfully change the guidelines the City has in place. Olson stated everyone agrees there is no hurry to go through this process and that they all recognize that whatever is developed on this property will become a permanent fixture and will be a part of the Navarre community for decades to come. Olson stated through patient planning and proper development,the City has an opportunity to create a beautiful and vibrant area. Olson stated the residents would ask the City Council to deny the project for the reasons stated and ask that the developer consider a smaller scale building. Page8of14 MINUTES OF THE ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING Monday,July 10,2017 7:00 o'clock p.m. 14. #17-3944 WESTWOOD PROFESSIONAL SERVICES ON BEHALF OF UGORETS 8098 LLC,2520 SHADYWOOD ROAD,REZONING AND MASTER PLAN APPROVAL- Continued sewer and water,access to bus lines and county roads,to support higher density. Barnhart stated how the project fits within the character of the neighborhood is a decision to be made by the City Council. Printup asked whether the City's utilities will support the higher density. Barnhart stated Staff has not looked at the engineering at this point but the system is generally designed based on the City's Comprehensive Plan. Barnhart stated he cannot say that it is 100 percent ready but that is the expectation unless proven otherwise. Seals stated in her view the residents do not want higher density on this site and that they have not moved to this area because there is higher density. Dankey noted she used to reside in this area and the proposal does not fit the area. Dankey stated she also does not believe there are a number of services and jobs available in the Navarre area. Walsh noted a number of residents were perplexed at why Staff supports this application. Walsh indicated Staff looks at applications from a different perspective than the City Council does and that Staff looks at applications more from an information perspective based on what the City is attempting to accomplish with its Comprehensive Plan. Alex Ugorets, 175 Brentwood Road,Tonka Bay,stated he has proposed a three-level building with a penthouse level. Ugorets noted one of the levels is underground and cut into a hill. Ugorets stated he was under the impression that the City desired a large project at this location,but following the Planning Commission meeting he is not sure what the City of Orono desires. Ugorets stated in order to accommodate the concerns of the neighborhood,they have reduced the building from 55 units to 40 units and changed it from apartments to condominiums,which will cost him more money and carry more risk. Ugorets stated people tend to want to live higher up in condominiums and that the height helps make the building financially feasible. Ugorets noted the penthouse and upper level are probably the only two levels that would have a view of the lake. The first two floors would consist of inexpensive condominiums. The penthouse occupies about 25 to 30 percent of the floor area and does not obstruct anyone's views of the lake and is barely above the treetops. Ugorets stated most people will only see a three-story structure as they drive along County Road 19 and that there is screening from the residential area in the rear. Ugorets noted the height of this building is almost the same as the existing Freshwater Business Center. Ugorets noted this is a very big investrnent on his end and will create a good opportunity for the area. Ugorets stated he needs to construct a certain size building in order to make it financially feasible,and that if he is required to stick to 30 feet,the project will not happen. Ugorets stated in his view it will have minimal impact on the traffic but will have a significant benefit to Navarre businesses and bring in tax revenue to the City of Orono. Ugorets stated he would ask the City Council to approve the project as is. Ugorets stated the increased density will provide housing for the older population in the City. Ugorets stated he understands the position of the City but that he cannot construct a 30-foot building and have it be financially feasible. Page 7 of 14 MINUTES OF THE ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING Monday,July 10,2017 7:00 o'clock p.m. 13. #17-3933 CATHERINE SWEET,3405 AND 3407 CRYSTAL BAY ROAD,VACATION OF STREET-ConHnued Barnhart displayed a survey of the two properties. Barnhart noted the City vacated the street that was created in 1908 and then created a new right-of-way as a result of that vacation.Barnhart stated in the event the property owner wished to donate an easement or a right-of-way in another location,there would need to be another public hearing and a variance would also likely need to be granted to the 0-75 foot setback. Seals stated she would agree that the other property owner should be notified of the possible relocation. Crosby asked how much of a variance would be required. Barnhart stated to his understanding the 75-foot line gces through most of the homes in the area. Walsh noted the City Attorney found out today that Crystal Bay Road is not owned by the City and is instead owned in part by each of the residents that live on the road,which also raises some questions. Printup moved,Seals seconded,to direct Staff to draft a denial resolution for Application No. #17-3933,Catherine Sweet,3405 and 3407 Crystal Bay Road. Walsh asked whether the Council would like to consider tabling the application to look at relocating the right-of-way. Crosby stated he would like to see that. Barnhart stated there are two options the Council can consider: the Council can direct staff to draft a denial resolution or the applicant can waive her 60-day time period to allow for additional time to look at relocating the right-of-way. Sweet indicated she would waive the 60-day review period. Printup withdrew his motion. Crosby moved,Seals seconded,to table Application No.#17-3933,Catherine Sweet,3405 and 3407 Crystal Bay Road. VOTE: Ayes 5,Nays 0. 14. #17-3944 WESTWOOD PROFESSIONAL SERVICES ON BEHALF OF UGORETS 8098 LLC,2520 SHADYWOOD ROAD,REZONING AND MASTER PLAN APPROVAL Barnhart reviewed his Staff report dated July 10,2017,regarding rezoning to RPUD and a master plan review for a proposed 40-unit condominium on 3.11 acres. The Planning Commission recommended denial of the project due to concerns with building height and impacts to traffic. Staff recommends approval subject to Council direction on the height. Seals asked what Staff ineans by they generally support this plan. Barnhart stated the City has certain areas that have been identified for higher density and this is one of those areas. Staff supports it from a general perspective since there is infrastructure available such as Page 6 of 14 MINUTES OF THE ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING Monday,July 10,2017 7:00 o'clock p.m. 13. #17-3933 CATHERINE SWEET,3405 AND 3407 CRYSTAL BAY ROAD,VACATION OF STREET-Continued Printup stated he would lean towards opposing it since from a historical perspective Orono has retained these fire lanes for lake access. Seals asked how many fire lanes the City has. Barnhart indicated there are several dozen fire lanes throughout the City but that he does not have an exact number. Seals questioned whether this would be opening Pandora's Box given the other fire lanes throughout the City. Walsh commented there are a number of issues associated with the fire lanes depending on their location and that typically the City does not do anything with them unless something comes up. Dankey asked who owns the dock that is depicted on the survey. Barnhart stated he is not aware of who owns the dock. Barnhart pointed out the four lots owned by the City. Walsh stated it was his understanding that the people who own those lots were given the right to have a dock there but that it had to be removed if the properties were ever sold. Crosby stated instead of trying to control a small piece of lakeshore,the City should look at selling some of these fire lanes to the adjacent property owners. Barnhart stated it is his understanding there is an easement over those four city-owned lots for bathing and bath rights for the benefit of other non-lakeshore properties. Barnhart stated he would need to look into it further before making a formal recommendation. Printup stated he would be opposed to relocating the right-of-way. Walsh noted the City's past policy has been to never get rid of the fire lanes but that in his view they should be judged on a case-by-case basis. Dankey commented it is a great location since it is right off of the bike trail. Seals stated it is unlikely someone from Minneapolis would know there is lake access there. Seals asked why the Planning Commission did not recommend getting rid of this fire lane. John Thiesse,Planning Commission Chair,stated it made a little bit of sense to get rid of it but the discussion focused on the fact that it is lake access near the trail. Thiesse stated it was felt there would never be another lake access created if that property was divided. The Planning Commission did talk about moving it towazds the west but the discussion went towards that other property owner being given notice of the possibility of relocating the easement next to his property. Page 5 of 14 MINUTES OF THE ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING Monday,July 10,2017 7:00 o'clock p.m. 8. PURCHASE OF TAX FORFEITED PARCEL FOR FUTURE PUBLIC PURPOSE- ConHnued Walsh asked if the driveway on the other side goes through the outlot. Rigley indicated it does not. Walsh stated the opportunity to purchase a lot like this always goes to the City first and that a pass through sale is a possibility. Rigley stated Hennepin County has confirmed today that since 1995 it has never been offered for sale to the adjacent property owners. Walsh suggested Ms. Rigley speak with Jeremy Barnhart about possibly purchasing it from the City. Crosby noted with the two private roads and the cul-de-sac,there really is no need for a road to be constructed there. Crosby moved,Printup seconded,to approve the purchase of Z3 acres at the north end of Golden View Drive. VOTE: Ayes 5,Nays 0. PLANNING DEPARTMENT REPORT—REPRESENTATIVE JOHN THIESSE 13. #17-3933 CATHERINE SWEET,3405 AND 3407 CRYSTAL BAY ROAD,VACATION OF STREET Barnhart reviewed his Staff report dated July 10,20l 7,regarding the applicant's request to vacate an unimproved right-of-way adjacent to her properly. The Planning Commission voted to deny the request but recommended the City Council consider a relocated right-of-way. Staff recommends denial of this request as well as relocating the right-of-way. Barnhart noted the public hearing continued at the Planning Commission meeting should be reopened. Mayor Walsh opened the public hearing at 7:33 p.m. Catherine Sweet,Applicant, stated the property has been vacant for a number of years and that she found out at the time she went to list the property for sale that the lot does not have dock rights. Sweet stated when she found out she cannot split the current easement,she suggested relocating it. Sweet indicated if it is relocated,she would tear down the garage,remove the driveway and other hardcover that is on that lot with the exception of the house,and the City would then have an easement over that lot. Crosby asked if the advantage to the applicant is to gain dock rights. Sweet stated if it is approved, she would end up with one continuous property and that she would retain ownership of all the property and keep the dock on the 3405 property. Sweet stated in the future it would be sold as one properiy. Mayor Walsh closed the public hearing at 7:36 p.m. Page 4 of 14 MINUTES OF THE ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING Monday,July 10,2017 7:00 o'clock p.m. 12. RESOLUTION TO HENNEPIN COUNTY REQUESTING RECONFIGURATION— COUNTY ROAD 6 AND OLD CRYSTAL BAY ROAD INTERSECTION—RESOLUTION NO. 6777-ConHnued Crosby stated reducing the speed limit in this area and on Old Crystal Bay Road during school hours to 25 mph would also be a good idea. Edwards stated Old Crystal Bay Road is a city road and it is posted at 25. Edwards noted County Road 6 does not qualify as a school zone where there are active crossings. Edwards stated the City can request the police departrnent place speed trailers in that area. Crosby stated in his view the entire length of Old Crystal Bay Road should be considered a school zone. Walsh stated it is worth asking. Seals stated the turn lanes aze a good first step. Seals stated given the number of parents that drop off and pick up their children at the school,as well as the new recreation center that will be built,some consideration should be given to using the old Highway 12 entrance. Edwards stated the school did commission a study last year that made some recommendations that could be implemented now as well as some future improvements that could be made when Highway 12 is redone. Edwards stated the initial concept with the right in/right out turns is to use flexible bollards in addition to some signage and markings on the road. Edwards stated if that works,the City can look at a more permanent configuration. Dankey moved,Seals seconded,to adopt RESOLUTION NO.6777,a Resolution Requesting Hennepin County Reconfigure the County Road 6/Old Crystal Bay Road intersection to only allow right in and right out for a trial period during the 2017/2018 school year. VOTE: Ayes 5,Nays 0. 8. PURCHASE OF TAX FORFEITED PARCEL FOR FUTURE PUBLIC PURPOSE Barnhart reviewed his Staff inemorandum regarding the purchase of a talc forfeited parcel at the end of Golden View Drive. Barnhart stated Staff generally supports acquisition of parcels like this since the City is not required to build or improve the lot and that there might be a need in the future for a road to be built or extended. Walsh noted the Council has received some comments from a few neighbors in the area. Walsh asked if anyone from the public would like to comment on this item. Stephanie Rigley, 175 Golden View Drive,stated they purchased their property in 2009 and that they were told there was an outlot there but were not told it was available for sale. Rigley stated from what they understand,it was forfeited in 1995,which is probably when the last two houses were developed. Rigley noted Silver View and Golden View are both private roads. Rigley asked what the benefit to Orono would be to acquire this outlot. Rigley noted the City would still need to acquire the other parcel in order to construct a road. Rigley stated she realizes they cannot purchase it directly from Hennepin County but they were told Orono could sell it to them. Page 3 of 14 MINUTES OF THE ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING Monday,July 10,2017 7:00 o'clock p.m. PRESENTATION 11. EAGLE PROJECT PROPOSAL John Ellis,Boy Scout Troop 206,addressed the City Council regarding his Eagle Scout project. Ellis stated as part of his project he is building three flag retirement boxes and that he would like to ask for permission to place one of the boxes at Orono City Hall or on the school campus. Troop 206 will maintain it. Ellis stated he hopes to have the boxes finished by the end of July. Ellis stated the box would be approximately 2' x 2' x 4' with a little door on the front to place the flags in the box. Dankey asked what is done with the flags. Ellis indicated the Boy Scouts will hold a flag retiring ceremony at summer camp each year for the flags they collect. Ellis stated the boxes will allow communities to properly dispose of their American flags,raises awareness for flag etiquette,and will build a relationship between the Boy Scouts and the community. Ellis stated Boy Scout Troop 206 will maintain the boxes and retire the flags. Crosby commented he thinks it is a temfic idea and that he would recommend a box be placed here at city ha1L Printup asked if there would be any identifying marks on the box. Ellis displayed a picture of a similar flag box,noting there would be language on the box stating it is for flag disposal. Crosby moved,Dankey seconded,to approve the Eagle Scout project and to install the flag , retirement box near the Orono City Hall. VOTE: Ayes 5,Nays 0, PUBLIC WORKS/CITY ENGINEER REPORT 12. RESOLUTION TO HENNEPIN COUNTY REQUESTING RECONFIGURATION— COUNTY ROAD 6 AND OLD CRYSTAL BAY ROAD INTERSECTION—RESOLUTION NO. 6777 Edwards reviewed his Staff inemorandum dated July 10,2017,regarding a resolution to Hennepin County requesting they reconfigure the County Road 6/Old Crystal Bay Road intersection to only allow right in/right out for a trial period beginning this coming school year. Staff recommends approval. Walsh noted the City has previously discussed making this intersection safer and that the City is taking some action to hopefully prevent an accident and to be proactive. Walsh stated the City is suggesting the change start in August prior to school starting. Dankey asked if Edwards has heard anything since this was last discussed. Edwards indicated he has not but that he has spoken with representatives from the school and they were in favor of it. Edwards stated he has also spoken with Hennepin County's traffic engineer and that they are waiting for action by the City prior to implementing any change. Page 2 of 14 MINUTES OF THE ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING Monday,July 10,2017 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,W�ndy Dankey,Aaron Printup,and Victoria Seals. Representing Staff were City Administrator poug Reeder,Community Development Director Jeremy Barnhart,Public Works Director/City Engineer Adam Edwards,Assistant City Attorney Andrea McDowell Poehler,and Recorder Jackie Young. Mayor Walsh called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.,followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. APPROVAL OF AGENDA 1. CONSENT AGENDA Item No. 8 was removed from the Consent Agenda. Printup moved,Seals seconded,to approve the Consent Agenda as amended. VOTE: Ayes 5, Nays 0. 2. CITY COLTNCIL MEETING MINUTES OF JUNE 26,2017 3. CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION MINUTES OF JLTNE 26,2017 4. CLAIMSBILLS 5. REPLACEMENT SEWER PUMPS FOR LIFT STATION 28 AND LIFT STATION 20 6. APPROVE RELEASE OF ENCROACHMENT AGREEMENT—3345 CRYSTAL BAY ROAD 7. #17-3943 ALL ENERGY SOLAR ON BEHALF OF LARRY BARAN,480 STUBBS BAY ROAD,VARIANCES—RESOLUTION NO.6776 8. PURCHASE OF TAX FORFEITED PARCELS FOR FUTURE PUBLIC PURPOSE This item was removed from the Consent Agenda. 9. TEMPORARY COMPENSATION ADJUSTMENT FOR FINANCE STAFF 10. COMPENSATION ADJUSTMENT FOR PART-TIME SCANNER EMPLOYEES PUBLIC COMMENTS None Page 1 of 14 MINUTES OF THE ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING Monday,July 10,2017 7:00 o'clock p.m. 16. NAVARRE AREA PLAN—APPROVE SCOPE AND AUTHORIZE ADVERTISEMENT- Continued residents that bigger homes are being built on smaller lots,which takes away the housing for the working class in the area. Barnhart stated that should also be looked at with a fair amount of detail. Printup stated in his view they might be reinventing the wheel but that this particular process might be the most thorough and best thought out strategy that he has seen. Dankey asked if they will also be looking at the intersection near Lunds. Walsh noted Hennepin County has earmarked$1 million for either 2019 or 2020 to study that intersection. Crosby stated the City should look at addressing the trail since it will help bring people in to the downtown businesses. Dankey stated parking for the trail should also be looked at. Barnhart noted this will be done as part of the Comprehensive Plan update and that the items mentioned by the Council can be incorporated into an overall vision for the area. Reeder stated the City Council may also want some experts to tell them what some viable uses would be for the area rather than simply asking the residents what they want to see happen. Crosby stated in his view it should be a combination approach of what is feasible as well as development that is acceptable to the residents. Crosby stated he is comfortable with the proposal and that in his view it is reasonable to get a study done and identify some things the City can do. Seals commented the study would also be a way to get multiple sources of feedback. Seals moved,Crosby seconded,to approve the project scope for the Navarre area as drafted and to authorize the advertisement and review of proposals. Barnhart noted the recommendations would be incorporated into the Comprehensive Plan. VOTE: Ayes 5,Nays 0. MAYOR/COUNCIL REPORT Printup reported some lake cleanup was done around Big Island following the 4�'of July holiday and that he would like to thank the people who helped. Printup noted the amount of garbage collected was less than in the past but was still a substantial amount. Seals noted the Big Island Committee has a meeting scheduled for Tuesday,July 11,and that they have seen a number of offers of help from people. Page 13 of 14 MINUTES OF THE ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING Monday,July 10,2017 7:00 o'clock p.m. MAYOR/COUNCIL REPORT-Continued Seals reported the committee has arrived at two final candidates for the website redesign and that a recommendation will be brought to the next City Council work session. Seals stated redesign of the website will make it more user friendly. Walsh commented the Lurton dog park is still going strong and that he has heard lots of very positive comments about the park. CITY ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT 17. INTERIM FINANCE DIRECTOR Reeder recommended Danielle Amira,accountant,be named as the interim finance director. Reeder stated since the audit was delayed,discussions on the 2018 budget may also be delayed by a couple of weeks. Crosby moved,Dankey seconded,to appoint Danielle Amira as interim finance director effective July 10,2017,and continuing until the return of the finance director. VOTE: Ayes 5,Nays 0. CITY ATTORNEY'S REPORT Assistant City Attorney Poehler stated she had nothing to report. ADJOURNMENT Printup moved,Crosby seconded,to adjourn the Orono City Council meeting at 9:42 p.m. VOTE: Ayes 5,Nays 0. ATTEST Anna Carlson,City Clerk Dennis Walsh,Mayor Page 14 of 14