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Home My WebLink About2016 [04] Apr 04 April 4, 2016 Page 1 of 4 Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the City Council for the City of St. Joseph met in regular session on Monday, April 18, 2016 at 6:00 PM in the St. Joseph City Hall, opening the meeting with the Pledge of Alleg iance. Members Present: Mayor Rick Schultz, Councilors: Dale Wick, Matt Killam, Bob Loso. Administrator Judy Weyrens. Members Absent: Renee Symanietz Citv Representatives: City Engineer Randy Sabart, Finance Director Lori Bartlett, Public Works Director Terry Thene, Community Development Director Therese Haffner. Others Present: Chase Larson, Adam Wicklund Public Comments Agenda Approval: Loso made a motion to approve the agenda with the deletion of item 8b, Purchase Agreement—City Hall; addition of item 8d, Sauk River Park Property; seconded by Symanietz and passed unanimously. Consent A4enda: Loso made a motion to approve the consent agenda.The motion was seconded by Wick and passed unanimously. a. Minutes-approved the minutes of April 4, 2016 b. Bilis Payable-approved payment of check numbers 050408-050460, Payroil EFT #001182-001187 and Accounts Payables EFT#001726-001731. c. Performance Measurement—adopted resolution 2016-009 Accepting St. Joseph's Performance Measures Results. d. Donations and Contributions—accepted the following donations as presented: Anonymous—Archery Range, $20.04; Disc Golf, $28.00; Millstream Park, $3.75. e. Equity Classifications—approved the equity designations as requested. f. Transfers—authorized the 2016 transfers as requested. g. Treasurer's Report—accepted the 15t quarter 2016 and March 2016 Financial reports as presented. Metro Citizens Academv, Presentation of Donation: Chief Klein introduced Adam Wicklund, President of the Metro Citizens Academy Alumni Association. The organization gives the opportunity for area residents to learn about police work. The Alumni association has fundraisers so that they can give back to the area communities that allow residents to participate in the program. Wicklund stated he has been with the organization for two years. A fundraiser was held in April 2015 and the organization would like to donate$700 to the fire department so they may purchase 5 lock boxes. Fire Chief, Jeff Taufen thanked Wicklund and the Alumni Association for their donation. The lock boxes help the fire department access residents' homes more easily rather than having to break down doors to access the home. Wick made a motion accepting the Metro Citizens Academy Alumni Association's donation of $700.00 to the Fire Department for the purchase of DAMA boxes.The motion was seconded by Symanietz and passed unanimously. Committee Reports Planning Commission: Schultz reported the Commission met on April 11`h and received the buildout concepts for the Country Manor Project. Additionally, zoning ordinances were received and the next meeting will include the approval of those amendments. Joint Planninq Board: Loso reported there were two items on the agenda. The first was a lengthy discussion on placing a moratorium on solar gardens in the Orderfy Annexation Area. The Board chose April 4, 2016 Page 2 of 4 not to move forward with the moratorium at that time. A representative from a solar garden company spoke in opposition to the moratorium as his company is in the process of applying to install a solar garden in the OAA. Schultz added the reason the moratorium was requested was due to Stearns County requesting to place a moratorium throughout the county as well. The Board requested the solar company provide additional information regarding their specific solar garden which will be presented at the next meeting. Loso stated the second item on the agenda was regarding a remnant parcel in the River Ridge Estates Development. The developers, Cory Ehlert and Kevin Cox requested an amendment to the Developer's Agreement excluding the requirement of natural gas, replacing it with other more cost-effective sources of energy. Engineer Reports Sabart presented a handout of lighting examples to obtain lighting ideas for Field Street. The illustrations included teardrop, acorn, and lantern style lighting on different collector streets throughout the area. Sabart suggested the Council look at the different lighting at night to see which they would like best. Schultz asked what the cost differences wouid be. Sabart stated the costs will vary. The higher the pole, the more expensive the light will be. The new lights will all be LED. Loso stated he would like to stay consistent with other lighting in the City; moving forward with the acorn lighting. Schultz stated his only concern is the amount of outward lighting acorn lights give off versus a lighting fixture that directs the light downward onto the streets. Administrator Reports AUAR Update—Countrv Manor Proiect: Weyrens stated in 2005, the City acCepted the environmental document, AUAR, for the Arcon development. In 2007, the AUAR was updated to reflect the land use changes on a portion of the plat. Staff has been working with the developer for the Country Manor Project to identify the processes needed for the development. The property purchased by Country Manor is part of the property included in the AUAR. The developer is proposing to update the AUAR for the project. Wick made a motion authorizing Westwood Professionals Inc.to update the AUAR as presented and to manage the submittals and publications with the cost being borne by the developer.The motion was seconded by Symanieta and passed unanimously. Ordinance Amendments: Weyrens stated staff has been working on Ordinance Amendments for both the Planning Commission and the City Council. Included in the packet are amendments that are not land Wse matters, therefore not having to go through the Planning Commission for approval. The ordinances included for review include: • Water—to reflect the current practice • Confectioners/food truck— New ordinance to regulate food trucks • Unreasonable Acceleration—the amendment includes less descriptive language giving the police officers discretion. • Bicycle/rollerblading—the amendment addresses the concerns of bicycling in the downtown area on sidewalks where the space is limited. • R5—Supportive Care District—new ordinances combining the city R4 regulations along with a medical type facility. Schultz questioned how the City will deal with the existing medical care facilities once the R5 district is established. Weyrens stated the ordinance could be superimposed on current care facilities. Wick stated in the bicycle ordinance amendment it won't allow riding a skateboard or bicycle on any street within the restricted area. Klein stated it should only be on sidewalks, not streets and the amendment wiU reflect the changes. April 4, 2016 Page 3 of 4 Wick added the language should be consistent in section 401.07 having the homeowner be responsible for the installation and maintenance of the meter. Sauk River Park Property: Weyrens stated the farmer who rents the property from Arcon is willing to pay the City the same amount he was paying Arcon to use the property next year. Weyrens stated there are currently no plans with the park area and a motion would need to be made to enter into an agreement with the renter of the land. Loso made a motion authorizing the City to enter into an agreement with the individual who has previously cropped the Arcon park land.The motion was seconded by Symanietz and passed unanimously. MayorReports Last Wednesday, Chief Klein and Principal from Kennedy made a presentation to the Chamber about their jobs and how the school and police department work together. Schultz added the fields at Kennedy are going to be improved through collaboration between the City and School District. On May 2"d, Congressman Emmer will be coming to the City Council meeting. CGMC: Schultz reported the coalition is focusing on water quality issues throughout the state, broadband issues, and transportation issues. APO: The APO has received one application with the deadline being Friday. New Business The intergovernmental meeting will be held on April 26t'' in Sartell. Loso: Loso stated the Council is not accustomed to the noises in the downtown area. Every Spring and Summer there are a select 6 or 7 houses having parties every weekend. Loso questioned why the landlords do not get cailed out on the parties and noise violations. Loso stated he feels sorry for the residents that live next to the rental houses. Klein stated the departmenYs policy is when a noise complaint is received, the residence is given the opportunity to remedy the situation. If it is not resolved, then the officers will return and issue a noise violation. Loso questioned if a call has to be received for an officer to report to a party. Klein stated he has discussed the topic with his officers and gave them the authority to shut down parties without receiving a phoned in complaint. Schultz added he has spoken to residents near those houses and they have given up calling in because the parties keep happening. Chief Klein: Klein stated that the Police Department received a Partner in Education Award after being nominated by the School District. Killam: Killam stated the foot golf course is open and fully functional. Weyrens wanted to remind residents to be courteous when walking through the park and utilizing the foot golf course so as to not walk on other peoples' lawns and backyards. April 4, 2016 Page 4 of 4 Adiourn: Wick made a motion to adjourn at 6:45 PM; seconded by Symanietz and passed unanimously by those present. , , r /' f'� ��'2��fr Jud Wey►'ens Ad inistrator