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Nowthen City Council meeting, March 10, 2015

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Tuesday, March 10, 2015

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The Council approved multiple land-use actions (Perkins zoning amendment and façade CUP; Cleath variance), advanced roadwork and Earth Day cleanup plans, authorized MS4 ordinance revisions (not to exceed $1,890), and held back payment of The Planning Company claim pending clarification.

What was on the agenda

28 items as recorded in the packet and minutes, each with a short summary of what was at issue.

  1. 0Approve/amend the meeting agenda

    Agenda amended to add alcohol-proximity discussion and to pull consent items 6.1.1 and 6.1.3 for discussion.

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    Approved
    p. 1City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 City Council Minutes (2015-03-10)Approve/amend the meeting agenda - Bettinger made a motion to approve the meeting agenda; Reighard seconded. Rainville requested adding item 8.m., a discussion on limits as to how close alcohol facilities can be located to each other. Pilon requested that items 6. 1.1 and 6. 1.3 be pulled for discussion. All in favor o…
  2. 1Sheriff Update

    Lt. Wayne Heath reported calls for February 2015; council thanked responders to a cold-weather fire.

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    • fire_response_thanks
    Discussion only
    p. 1City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 City Council Minutes (2015-03-10)1). Sheriff Update - Pilon would like to thank the public safety officials for responding at 2:15 am on a very cold morning to a fire in Nowthen and risking their lives for the public... Lt. Wayne Heath provided an update of calls for Sheriff Services for the month of February 2015.
  3. 2Floor Items

    Public comments included P&Z chair concerns, committee appointments, meeting recording/microphones, staff criticism over data practices, request for Mayor response to December meeting submissions, Perkins project comments, and concern about a potential bar next door to an existing establishment.

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    • planning_and_zoning
    • recording_audio_video
    • data_practices
    • commercial_development
    • liquor_proximity_concern
    Discussion only
    p. 1City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 City Council Minutes (2015-03-10)2). Floor Items: Dale Ames of 22176 Sugarbush Road NW stated that he has come before the Council with items of concern...p. 3City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 City Council Minutes (2015-03-10)Dan Williams of 7967 191st Lane NW stated that he has three things... Williams stated that there was business owner/taxpayer donate a camera and he still doesn't see it set up... The third item Williams had was that at the special meetings he filled out two comment sheets. He was told that someone will get back to him.…p. 4City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 City Council Minutes (2015-03-10)Debbie Mahutga of 7560 Viking Blvd stated that between the two December Special Meetings... Councilmember Rainville is trying to write us up under Council Item L. Data Practices Request Form...p. 4City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 City Council Minutes (2015-03-10)Janine Madsen of 7221 223rd Ave NW stated that, as you know, two special meetings were held in December 2014... asked the Mayor why he has not responded to her?... Why is it not on tonight's agenda?p. 5City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 City Council Minutes (2015-03-10)Dave Perkins of 17945 Nowthen Blvd is applying for variances for his daughter to live in the house and to make his property look nice... The City is running a big rule book in a little operation and it is confusing everyone.p. 5City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 City Council Minutes (2015-03-10)Kevin and Rita Riley of 8167 Viking Blvd stated that they are just trying to find out what is happening with the building next door... there is going to be a bar going in 200 ft. from an establishment that has been in existence for 13 years... Pilon said that they just got information about it tonight and it has not go…
  4. 3Adopt Resolution 2015-03 - A Resolution Making Formal Appointments to Commission and Committees

    The Council attempted to adopt Resolution 2015-03 with a set of appointments for Planning & Zoning, Park & Recreation, Road & Bridge, and the Architectural Review Committee, but the initial motion failed 2-3. A later motion carried to approve appointments while removing Architectural Review Committee appointments from the resolution until roles could be defined, and then the Council voted to establish the Architectural Review Committee as the existing City Council members.

    Initial motion failed; later motion carried to approve appointments but remove Architectural Review Committee from the resolution; then Council established Architectural Review Committee as existing City Council members.

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    Approved
    p. 6City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 City Council Minutes (2015-03-10)3). Adopt Resolution 2015-03 - A Resolution Making Formal Appointments to Commission and Committees - Bettinger made a motion to adopt Resolution 2015-03 with the following appointments: P&Z Commission - Harold Jorgensen, Barry Wagner, Robert Mahutga, Dale Ames and Walter Cleath; P& R Committee - Dan Williams, Chris Ba…p. 7City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 City Council Minutes (2015-03-10)Reighard made a motion to approve the appointments, as presented, with the removal of the appointments to the Architectural Review Committee from the Resolution... Four in favor of Reighard's motion; Bettinger opposed. Motion carried. Rainville made a motion to the existing Architectural Review Committee be established…
  5. 4aPlanning and Zoning — Richard Halldorson — 18560 Cleary Road — Code Enforcement/CUP

    Discuss decision made at last meeting; fence plans and Architectural Review Committee review.

    The Council revisited the Halldorson property fence issue and directed that Mr. Halldorson submit his proposed fence plans to the Architectural Review Committee for review, consistent with prior workshop discussion about how the fence should be handled.

    Council directed Halldorson to submit proposed fence plans to the Architectural Review Committee.

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    • code_enforcement
    • cup
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    Approved
    p. 1City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 CC Packet 1 of 2 (2015-03-10)4). Planning and Zoning a). Richard Halldorson - Would like to discuss decision made at last meeting- 18560 Cleary Road - Code Enforcement/CUPp. 7City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 City Council Minutes (2015-03-10)a). Richard Halldorson - Would like to discuss decision made at last meeting- 18560 Cleary Road - Code Enforcement/CUP - Rainville stated that based on discussion at the workshop, she made a motion to have Mr. Halldorson submit his proposed plans for the fence to the Architectural Review Committee; Bettinger seconded. …
  6. 4b1Planning and Zoning — Dave Perkins — Ordinance amendment to allow residential use to be re-established in C-1 after commercial use (Ordinance 2015-01)

    Amendment to Section 11-3-8 (C-1 District) to allow existing homes to be turned back to residential uses after having been converted to a commercial use.

    The Council approved a zoning ordinance amendment requested by Dave Perkins for 19745 Nowthen Blvd to allow a residence that had been used commercially to be re-established as residential through an interim use permit, with conditions requiring Perkins to apply for an IUP and a CUP and to pay processing costs including planner/engineer/attorney review and additional escrow as needed. Rainville raised concerns about due diligence and fee waivers, but the motion passed 4-1.

    Approved ordinance amendment with conditions requiring IUP and CUP applications and requiring Perkins to pay processing costs/escrow.

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    • residential_in_c1
    • iup
    • cup
    Approved
    p. 1City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 CC Packet 1 of 2 (2015-03-10)b). Dave Perkins (19745 Nowthen Blvd NW - 21-33-25-33-0021) 1. Request for an amendment to Section 11-3-8 (C-1 District to allow existing homes to be turned back to residential uses after having been converted to a commercial use.p. 53City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 CC Packet 1 of 2 (2015-03-10)## CITY OF NOWTHEN ANOKA COUNTY, MINNESOTA ## ORDINANCE 2015-01 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 11 OF THE NOWTHEN CITY CODE TO ALLOW EXISTING RESIDENCES IN THE C-1, COMMERCIAL ZONING DISTRICT THAT HAVE BEEN OCCUPIED BY COMMERCIAL USES TO BE RE-ESTABLISHED AS A RESIDENCE THROUGH APPROVAL OF AN INTERIM USE PERMIT.p. 8City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 City Council Minutes (2015-03-10)1\. Request for an amendment to Section 11-3-8 (C-1 District to allow existing homes to be turned back to residential uses after having been converted to a commercial use. - Bettinger made a motion to approve the request by Dave Perkins for an amendment to Section 11-3-8 (C-1 District) as recommended by the Planning & …
  7. 4b2Planning and Zoning — Dave Perkins — Conditional Use Permit for façade materials (Section 11-5-3)

    CUP to allow deviation from building material requirements for façade changes.

    The Council approved a Conditional Use Permit for Dave Perkins to deviate from building material requirements for façade changes, conditioned on construction per Exhibit A plans (or revised plans submitted for review) and obtaining a building permit before starting work. Rainville objected that the proposal did not conform to the ordinance and lacked negotiation to meet part of the guideline, but the motion passed 4-1.

    Approved CUP with conditions to build per Exhibit A plans and obtain a building permit.

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    • cup
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    Approved
    p. 1City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 CC Packet 1 of 2 (2015-03-10)2\. Request for a Conditional Use Permit to allow deviation from the building material requirements under the terms of Section 11-5-3 for façade changes.p. 9City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 City Council Minutes (2015-03-10)2\. Request for a Conditional Use Permit to allow deviation from the building material requirements under the terms of Section 11-5-3 for facade changes. - Bettinger made a motion to approve Dave Perkins request for a Conditional Use Permit to allow deviation from the building material requirements under the terms of S…
  8. 4cPlanning and Zoning — Walter and Minako Cleath — Variance for Bass Lake setback (150 ft required; 100 ft proposed)

    Variance to allow construction of a +/- 3,000 sq ft house and attached garage closer to the lake than the 150 ft setback requirement; proposal is 100 ft setback.

    The Council approved a variance for Walter and Minako Cleath to build a new home on their 10.96-acre Bass Lake property with a 100-foot setback rather than the required 150 feet, adopting detailed conditions such as revising the survey to show septic and other features, maintaining vegetative screening, obtaining DNR approval, and securing permits and code compliance.

    Approved variance with 7 conditions including DNR review/approval and revised survey details.

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    Approved
    p. 1City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 CC Packet 1 of 2 (2015-03-10)c). Walter and Minako Cleath (21-33-25-31-0007) - Request approval of a Variance to allow construction of a +/- 3,000 square ft. house and attached garage closer to the lake than the 150 ft. setback requirement. The proposal is a setback of 100 ft.p. 10City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 City Council Minutes (2015-03-10)Bettinger made a motion to approve the request by Walter and Minako Cleath for a variance to allow construction of a new home on the 10.96 acre property owned on Bass Lake and a setback of 100 feet instead of the required 150 ft. setback; as recommended by P&Z with the following conditions: 1\. The site survey is revis…p. 11City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 City Council Minutes (2015-03-10)Rainville seconded Bettinger's motion. All in favor; motion carried.
  9. 5aRoad and Bridge — Crack Seal Plan

    Authorize bids for crack sealing using a bid template.

    The Council directed public works (Glaze) to obtain bids for crack sealing using a consistent bid template. The Council also approved the gravel plan after Glaze presented estimated costs for class 5 gravel and recycling material, and the Council approved the plan as within the budget.

    Public works directed to obtain bids using a template.

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    • crack_seal
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    Approved
    p. 1City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 CC Packet 1 of 2 (2015-03-10)7:50 PM 5). Road and Bridge a). Crack Seal Planp. 11City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 City Council Minutes (2015-03-10)a). Crack Seal Plan - Rainville said that she has not had time to look at what is in front of them... Scheffler made a motion for Glaze to move forward with obtaining bids for the crack sealing; Rainville seconded... Scheffler amended his motion to include using a template for the crack sealing bids; Rainville seconded…
  10. 5bRoad and Bridge — Gravel Plan

    Approve graveling plan and material costs (class 5 and recycling material).

    The Council directed public works (Glaze) to obtain bids for crack sealing using a consistent bid template. The Council also approved the gravel plan after Glaze presented estimated costs for class 5 gravel and recycling material, and the Council approved the plan as within the budget.

    Approved graveling plan; costs stated by Glaze for class 5 and recycling material.

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    Approved
    p. 1City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 CC Packet 1 of 2 (2015-03-10)b). Gravel Planp. 11City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 City Council Minutes (2015-03-10)b). Gravel Plan - Glaze stated that they did switch some roads because of the chloride. He stated that the costs would be $4.75 per ton for class 5. That would be 9872 tons at $4.75 per ton for a total of $46,892.00. For the recycling material, it would be 221 tons at $11.00 per ton for a total of $2,431.00. Bettinger …
  11. 6Park and Recreation Update — Earth Day Cleanup support

    Support Earth Day Cleanup Day scheduled for April 22, 2015 5:00–7:00 p.m. at Twin Lakes Park; printing flyers at City Hall; staff support and garbage collection.

    The Council agreed to support the Park and Recreation Committee’s Earth Day cleanup at Twin Lakes Park (April 22, 2015, 5–7 p.m.), including City Hall printing of flyers and arranging for staff to be available to collect garbage and answer questions, with staff time adjusted to support the event.

    Council approved support, staff availability/time adjustment, and City Hall printing.

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    Approved
    p. 1City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 CC Packet 1 of 2 (2015-03-10)The Plan For Earth Day 2015: · The Park and Recreation Committee will create flyers and posters... Cost: · Flyers- 250 x .062400 - $15.60 · Trash Bags - Maintenance thinks we may need approximately 25 bags. · That's it!p. 11City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 City Council Minutes (2015-03-10)6). Park and Recreation Update - Park and Rec. Committee just wants the Council to recognize and support the Earth Day Cleanup Day scheduled for April 22, 2015 from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. at Twin Lakes Park... Rainville made a motion to approve the support of Earth Day and that a staff person is available during this ti…
  12. 7.1.1Consent Agenda item 1.1 — Approve January 13 and February 10, 2015 Council Meeting Minutes

    Approved with corrections to January 13 and February 10 minutes as stated during discussion.

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    Approved
    p. 2City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 CC Packet 1 of 2 (2015-03-10)6). Consent Agenda: 1.1 Approve the January 13, and February 10, 2015 Regular Council Meeting Minutes.p. 12City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 City Council Minutes (2015-03-10)1.1 Discussion - January 13 and February 10 Meeting Minutes - Pilon wanted it stated for the record that there were some amendments made to the January 13th minutes... Pilon made a motion to approve the corrections of the January 13 and February 10th Meeting Minutes; Rainville seconded. All in favor; Motion Carried
  13. 7.1.2Consent Agenda item 1.2 — Financial Report

    Approved separately before other consent items.

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    Approved
    p. 2City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 CC Packet 1 of 2 (2015-03-10)1.2 Financial Reportp. 12City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 City Council Minutes (2015-03-10)Rainville made a motion to approve Consent Agenda item 1.2; Bettinger seconded. All in favor; motion carried.
  14. 7.1.3Consent Agenda item 1.3 — Approve audited bills Claim #9315 through Claim #9353 plus net distribution reports

    While acting on audited bills (claims 9315–9353), the Council discussed confusion around public notice publications and asked for clarification on The Planning Company invoice. The Council voted to hold payment to The Planning Company until further clarification of charges and then approved all claims except Claim #9348.

    Council approved all claims except Claim #9348; payment to The Planning Company was held pending clarification.

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    Approved
    p. 2City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 CC Packet 1 of 2 (2015-03-10)1.3 Approve All Audited Bills Claim # 9315 through Claim # 9353, plus Net Distribution reports dated February 9th, 10th and 23rd, 2015p. 4City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 CC Packet 2 of 2 (2015-03-10)PAY ALL AUDITED BILLS, CLAIM #9315 THROUGH CLAIM #99353 PLUS NET DISTRUBUTION REPORTS DATED FEBRUARY 9TH, 10TH AND 23RD, 2015p. 13City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 City Council Minutes (2015-03-10)Pilon made a motion to hold payment to the Planning Company until the Council gets further clarification of the charges; Rainville seconded. All in favor; motion carried. Pilon made a motion to approve all claims except for Claim #9348; Scheffler seconded. All in favor; motion carried.
  15. 8aCouncil Items — Replace Unit Heating in Fire Station

    Determine whether replacement unit heater should be upgraded; work with heating companies.

    Bettinger and Reighard directed to work with heating companies to determine if unit needs upgrading.

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    • unit_heater
    • facility_maintenance
    Approved
    p. 2City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 CC Packet 1 of 2 (2015-03-10)Replace Unit Heating in Fire Station b). Council Meeting Policy c). Council Reimbursement Policy d). Wage Study/employee reviews and raises e). Renew ad in Chamber of Commerce Official Map? f). Minnesota Mayors Association Annual Conferencep. 14City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 CC Packet 2 of 2 (2015-03-10)Install New Modine 150 BTU Unit Heater $2,376.00 All tax, labor, material and permits included.p. 13City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 City Council Minutes (2015-03-10)a). Replace Unit Heating in Fire Station... Rainville made a motion to have Bettinger and Reighard work with the heating companies to determine if the unit needs to be upgraded; Reighard seconded. Scheffler wants to make sure that if they get a recommendation of an upgraded unit, the other parties would be bidding on t…
  16. 8bCouncil Items — Council Meeting Policy

    Motion to repeal seating assignments failed; separate motion to discuss prior to motions failed.

    No policy change adopted; motions failed.

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    p. 13City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 City Council Minutes (2015-03-10)b). Council Meeting Policy - Bettinger made a motion to repeal 1-1-20, seating assignments, from the Council Meeting Policy. Motion failed for lack of second.p. 16City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 City Council Minutes (2015-03-10)Scheffler made a motion to approve having a discussion prior to the motions; Bettinger seconded... Bettinger and Scheffler in favor of Scheffler's motion; Three opposed. Motion failed.
  17. 8cCouncil Items — Council Reimbursement Policy

    Adopt reimbursement policy; discussion about clarity for authorization and meals.

    Policy approved by 4-1 vote.

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    Approved
    p. 27City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 CC Packet 2 of 2 (2015-03-10)This policy has been adopted by the City Council on and became in effect on said date. Corrie LaDoucer, City Clerk Jeff Pilon, Mayorp. 16City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 City Council Minutes (2015-03-10)c). Council Reimbursement Policy - Bettinger made a motion to approve the Council Reimbursement Policy; Reighard seconded.p. 17City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 City Council Minutes (2015-03-10)Bettinger requested that this be brought to a vote, as they are starting to talk in circles. Four in favor of Bettinger's motion to approve the Council Reimbursement Policy; Pilon opposed. Motion carried.
  18. 8dCouncil Items — Wage Study/employee reviews and raises

    Direct staff to prepare an RFP for a wage study step system; RFP to return to Council for approval before going out.

    Motion carried with amendment requiring Council approval of the RFP.

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    • hr_compensation
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    Approved
    p. 17City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 City Council Minutes (2015-03-10)d). Wage Study/employee reviews and raises - Bettinger made a motion to have staff prepare a request for proposals to have a wage study done for a step system... Bettinger amended his motion to include that the request for proposals goes before the Council for approval; Scheffler seconded the amendment. All in favor; m…
  19. 8eCouncil Items — Renew ad in Chamber of Commerce Official Map?

    Consider renewing map ad; motion not to renew carried.

    Council voted not to renew the ad.

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    • communications
    Approved
    p. 37City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 CC Packet 2 of 2 (2015-03-10)the cost to renew is $295.p. 18City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 City Council Minutes (2015-03-10)e). Renew ad in Chamber of Commerce Official Map - Scheffler made a motion not renew the ad in the Chamber of Commerce Map; Bettinger seconded. All in favor; motion carried.
  20. 8fCouncil Items — Minnesota Mayors Association Annual Conference

    Approve Mayor attendance April 24-25.

    Approved Pilon to attend the conference.

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    • conference_travel
    Approved
    p. 42City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 CC Packet 2 of 2 (2015-03-10)April 24-25 Country Inn and Suites White Bear Lake, MNp. 18City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 City Council Minutes (2015-03-10)f). Minnesota Mayors Association Annual Conference - Rainville made a motion to approve Pilon to attend the Conference on April 24th and 25th; Reighard seconded. All in favor; motion carried
  21. 8gCouncil Items — Renew Safe Assure Contract - No Increase from last year

    Renew safety consulting contract.

    Renewed SafeAssure contract.

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    • osha_safety
    • contract_renewal
    Approved
    PDFCity Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 CC Packet 2 of 2 (2015-03-10)ANNUAL $ 1,413.00p. 18City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 City Council Minutes (2015-03-10)g). Renew Safe Assure Contract - No Increase from last year - Bettinger made a motion to renew the Safe Assure Contract; Rainville seconded. All in favor; motion carried.
  22. 8hCouncil Items — Concrete Work - Recycling Center Concrete Specs

    Go out for quotes; amend specs to include removal option, contractor site review times, etc.

    Motion carried to solicit quotes with amended specs.

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    • concrete_project
    • quotes
    Approved
    p. 51City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 CC Packet 2 of 2 (2015-03-10)## REQUEST FOR QUOTES FOR INSTALLATION OF CONCRETE PAVEMENT AT RECYCLING CENTERp. 18City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 City Council Minutes (2015-03-10)h). Concrete Work - Recycling Center Concrete Specs - Scheffler stated that it was a joint effort with staff and Council and he made a motion to go out for quotes for the concrete work at the recycling center; Bettinger seconded... Scheffler amended his motion to include Rainville's suggestions; Bettinger seconded the …
  23. 8iCouncil Items — MS4 Reporting Requirements

    Move forward with ordinance revisions for MS4 permit compliance; cost not to exceed $1,890.

    The Council authorized moving forward with ordinance revisions needed for MS4 permit compliance, approving staff’s presented cost estimate and setting a not-to-exceed amount of $1,890.

    Council authorized ordinance revisions not to exceed $1,890.

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    Approved
    p. 57City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 CC Packet 2 of 2 (2015-03-10)The total cost for the ordinance revisions for the MS4 Permit Compliance should not exceed $1,890.p. 18City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 City Council Minutes (2015-03-10)i). MS4 Reporting Requirements - Rainville made a motion to move forward with the ordinance revisions as presented by staff, in an amount not to exceed $1,890; Scheffler seconded... All in favor; motion carried.
  24. 8jCouncil Items — Setting Court Fines

    Authorize Kurt Glaser to prepare documents for setting fines and present to Council.

    The Council authorized Kurt Glaser to prepare documents for setting fines (with input anticipated from Council) and present them to the Council, noting it had been discussed and that the work could take about 10 hours.

    Council authorized prosecuting attorney to prepare documents.

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    Approved
    PDFCity Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 CC Packet 2 of 2 (2015-03-10)Scheffler stated that it was discussed that staff prepare the document and the prosecuting attorney stated that he could do it in about 10 hoursp. 18City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 City Council Minutes (2015-03-10)j). Setting Court Fines - Scheffler stated that it was discussed that staff prepare the document and the prosecuting attorney stated that he could do it in about 10 hours and he would like to use his expertise in preparing this. Scheffler made a motion to approve Kurt Glaser to prepare the documents for setting fines, …
  25. 8kCouncil Items — RB's Computer - Security Upgrades

    Table security upgrades pending additional input; vote 4-1.

    The Council tabled the proposed security upgrades for the city’s computers, with Rainville stating she wanted additional input and Scheffler opposing the tabling motion.

    Tabled; Scheffler opposed.

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    Tabled
    PDFCity Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 CC Packet 2 of 2 (2015-03-10)THE FOLLOWING IS A ONE TIME COST: StorageCraft Server consisting of the following: 1 1,185.00Tp. 19City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 City Council Minutes (2015-03-10)k). RB's Computer - Security Upgrades - Rainville made a motion to table the security upgrades. She is not familiar enough with the computers and would like additional input in the matter; Pilon seconded. Four in favor; Scheffler opposed. Motion carried.
  26. 8lCouncil Items — Data Practices Request Form / policy revision discussion

    Review Rainville proposal and state statute; continue discussion next meeting; consider attorney input.

    The Council agreed to review Rainville’s proposal for a revised Data Practices policy, procedures, and forms and to bring the state statute and existing policy to continue discussion at the next meeting. Discussion included interest in attorney input and the importance of data practices and open meeting law compliance.

    Motion carried to review proposal/statute and continue discussion at next meeting.

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    Approved
    p. 74City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 CC Packet 2 of 2 (2015-03-10)# City of Nowthen Data Practice Requestp. 19City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 City Council Minutes (2015-03-10)I). Data Practices Request Form - Rainville made a motion that the Council revise the Data Practices Request Policy, procedures and associated forms. Pilon seconded.p. 19City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 City Council Minutes (2015-03-10)Rainville amended her motion for the Council to review her proposal for a new Data Practices Policy and Procedures. Rainville will pull the state statute and the existing policy and continue the discussion at the next meeting; Pilon seconded.p. 20City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 City Council Minutes (2015-03-10)Scheffler stated that our attorney knows our procedures and to Scheffler's knowledge, he has not said anything about it. He would like to hear from the attorney regarding this... All in favor; motion carried.
  27. 8mCouncil Items — Separation of alcoholic establishments (proximity)

    Discuss possible ordinance about proximity of alcoholic establishments; motion failed for lack of second after amendment proposing draft resolution and attorney work.

    The Council discussed concerns about the proximity of alcohol-serving establishments and whether to add ordinance language. Rainville’s initial motion to begin discussions was seconded, but after she amended it to propose drafting a resolution with the city attorney and moving quickly toward a public hearing, the motion failed for lack of a second; members also discussed legal risks and the need for attorney advice.

    No action taken; motion failed for lack of second.

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    p. 20City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 City Council Minutes (2015-03-10)m). Separation of alcoholic establishments - Rainville made a motion to move forward with discussions on whether or not the Council wants to put something in ordinance in regards to the proximity of alcoholic establishments; Reighard seconded.p. 21City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 City Council Minutes (2015-03-10)Rainville amended her motion to have two Council members put together a draft resolution, in conjunction with working with the City attorney. To present it so they can have a public hearing at the March P&Z Meeting. LaDoucer stated that it would have to be sent to the paper tomorrow.p. 22City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 City Council Minutes (2015-03-10)Motion failed for lack of second.
  28. 9Introduction of New Items

    No new items were presented.

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    p. 22City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 City Council Minutes (2015-03-10)9). Introduction of New Items: - No new items were presented.

Motions and votes

36 motions on the record. Split votes are highlighted.

  • M1Bettinger made a motion to approve the meeting agenda; Reighard seconded.

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    Bettinger made a motion to approve the meeting agenda; Reighard seconded.

    moved by Bettinger, seconded by Reighard

    Passed

    All in favor; motion carried.

    p. 1City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 City Council Minutes (2015-03-10)Approve/amend the meeting agenda - Bettinger made a motion to approve the meeting agenda; Reighard seconded... All in favor of the amended agenda; motion carried.
  • M2Bettinger made a motion to adopt Resolution 2015-03 with the following appointments: P&Z Commission - Harold Jorgensen, Barry Wagner, Robert Mahutga, Dale Ames and Walter Cleath; P& R Committee - Dan Williams, Chris Bassett, Judy Herrala; R&B Committee - Dave Shook, Perry Olson, Phil Nicholas, Al Viall; Architectural Review Comm. - Andy Schreder, Dan Swanson, Jim Scheffler.

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    Bettinger made a motion to adopt Resolution 2015-03 with the following appointments: P&Z Commission - Harold Jorgensen, Barry Wagner, Robert Mahutga, Dale Ames and Walter Cleath; P& R Committee - Dan Williams, Chris Bassett, Judy Herrala; R&B Committee - Dave Shook, Perry Olson, Phil Nicholas, Al Viall; Architectural Review Comm. - Andy Schreder, Dan Swanson, Jim Scheffler.

    moved by Bettinger, seconded by Scheffler

    FailedSplit vote
    • YBettinger
    • YScheffler
    • NReighard
    • NRainville
    • NPilon
    p. 6City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 City Council Minutes (2015-03-10)Bettinger made a motion to adopt Resolution 2015-03 with the following appointments: P&Z Commission - Harold Jorgensen, Barry Wagner, Robert Mahutga, Dale Ames and Walter Cleath; P& R Committee - Dan Williams, Chris Bassett, Judy Herrala; R&B Committee - Dave Shook, Perry Olson, Phil Nicholas, Al Viall; Architectural R…
  • M3Rainville made a motion to appoint the members for the P&Z, Park and Rec. and Road and Bridge Committees, as presented and to keep the existing Architectural Review Committee as follows: Andy Schreder, Bill Schulz, Sue Pilon, Harlan Meyer and Dan Swanson, until they have roles and responsibilities defined for that committee; Pilon seconded.

    Exact transcript text

    Rainville made a motion to appoint the members for the P&Z, Park and Rec. and Road and Bridge Committees, as presented and to keep the existing Architectural Review Committee as follows: Andy Schreder, Bill Schulz, Sue Pilon, Harlan Meyer and Dan Swanson, until they have roles and responsibilities defined for that committee; Pilon seconded.

    moved by Rainville, seconded by Pilon

    FailedSplit vote
    • YRainville
    • YPilon
    • NBettinger
    • NReighard
    • NScheffler
    p. 6City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 City Council Minutes (2015-03-10)Rainville made a motion to appoint the members for the P&Z, Park and Rec. and Road and Bridge Committees, as presented and to keep the existing Architectural Review Committee as follows: Andy Schreder, Bill Schulz, Sue Pilon, Harlan Meyer and Dan Swanson, until they have roles and responsibilities defined for that comm…
  • M4Reighard made a motion to approve the appointments, as presented, with the removal of the appointments to the Architectural Review Committee from the Resolution, until such a time that they can define the roles of the Committee; Rainville seconded.

    Exact transcript text

    Reighard made a motion to approve the appointments, as presented, with the removal of the appointments to the Architectural Review Committee from the Resolution, until such a time that they can define the roles of the Committee; Rainville seconded.

    moved by Reighard, seconded by Rainville

    PassedSplit vote
    • YReighard
    • YRainville
    • YPilon
    • YScheffler
    • NBettinger
    p. 7City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 City Council Minutes (2015-03-10)Reighard made a motion to approve the appointments, as presented, with the removal of the appointments to the Architectural Review Committee from the Resolution, until such a time that they can define the roles of the Committee; Rainville seconded... Four in favor of Reighard's motion; Bettinger opposed. Motion carried…
  • M5Rainville made a motion to the existing Architectural Review Committee be established as existing City Council Members; Reighard seconded.

    Exact transcript text

    Rainville made a motion to the existing Architectural Review Committee be established as existing City Council Members; Reighard seconded.

    moved by Rainville, seconded by Reighard

    Passed

    All in favor; motion carried.

    p. 7City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 City Council Minutes (2015-03-10)Rainville made a motion to the existing Architectural Review Committee be established as existing City Council Members; Reighard seconded. Rainville asks that the Council moves quickly on the Roles and Responsibility for this committee. All in favor; motion carried.
  • M6Rainville stated that based on discussion at the workshop, she made a motion to have Mr. Halldorson submit his proposed plans for the fence to the Architectural Review Committee; Bettinger seconded.

    Exact transcript text

    Rainville stated that based on discussion at the workshop, she made a motion to have Mr. Halldorson submit his proposed plans for the fence to the Architectural Review Committee; Bettinger seconded.

    moved by Rainville, seconded by Bettinger

    Passed

    All in favor; motion carried.

    p. 7City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 City Council Minutes (2015-03-10)Rainville stated that based on discussion at the workshop, she made a motion to have Mr. Halldorson submit his proposed plans for the fence to the Architectural Review Committee; Bettinger seconded. All in favor; motion carried.
  • M7Bettinger made a motion to approve the request by Dave Perkins for an amendment to Section 11-3-8 (C-1 District) as recommended by the Planning & Zoning Commission, with the following conditions: 1. Mr. Perkins makes application for an IUP to allow for re-establishment of the residential use according to the amendment and the required public hearing is noticed and held before the Planning and Zoning Commission; 2. Mr. Perkins makes application for a CUP to accommodate the multiple principal uses on a single parcel according to Section 11-3-8.C.7 and the required public hearing is noticed and held before the Planning and Zoning Commission; 3. Mr. Perkins is responsible for all costs associated with the processing of the requests, including City Planner, City Engineer and City Attorney costs in the review of subdivision, site and building plans necessary to meet the requirements outlined in Ordinance 2015-01 and additional escrow monies shall be submitted as necessary.

    Exact transcript text

    Bettinger made a motion to approve the request by Dave Perkins for an amendment to Section 11-3-8 (C-1 District) as recommended by the Planning & Zoning Commission, with the following conditions: 1. Mr. Perkins makes application for an IUP to allow for re-establishment of the residential use according to the amendment and the required public hearing is noticed and held before the Planning and Zoning Commission; 2. Mr. Perkins makes application for a CUP to accommodate the multiple principal uses on a single parcel according to Section 11-3-8.C.7 and the required public hearing is noticed and held before the Planning and Zoning Commission; 3. Mr. Perkins is responsible for all costs associated with the processing of the requests, including City Planner, City Engineer and City Attorney costs in the review of subdivision, site and building plans necessary to meet the requirements outlined in Ordinance 2015-01 and additional escrow monies shall be submitted as necessary.

    moved by Bettinger, seconded by Reighard

    PassedSplit vote
    • YBettinger
    • YReighard
    • YScheffler
    • YPilon
    • NRainville
    p. 8City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 City Council Minutes (2015-03-10)Bettinger made a motion to approve the request by Dave Perkins for an amendment to Section 11-3-8 (C-1 District) as recommended by the Planning & Zoning Commission, with the following conditions: 1. Mr. Perkins makes application for an IUP to allow for re-establishment of the residential use according to the amendment …
  • M8Bettinger made a motion to approve Dave Perkins request for a Conditional Use Permit to allow deviation from the building material requirements under the terms of Section 11-5-3 for façade changes, as recommended by P&Z, with the following conditions: 1. The facade is constructed according to the plans attached as Exhibit A, or revised plans are submitted to the City for review; 2. A building permit is submitted to and approved by the City Building Official prior to beginning construction.

    Exact transcript text

    Bettinger made a motion to approve Dave Perkins request for a Conditional Use Permit to allow deviation from the building material requirements under the terms of Section 11-5-3 for façade changes, as recommended by P&Z, with the following conditions: 1. The facade is constructed according to the plans attached as Exhibit A, or revised plans are submitted to the City for review; 2. A building permit is submitted to and approved by the City Building Official prior to beginning construction.

    moved by Bettinger, seconded by Reighard

    PassedSplit vote
    • YBettinger
    • YReighard
    • YScheffler
    • YPilon
    • NRainville
    p. 9City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 City Council Minutes (2015-03-10)Bettinger made a motion to approve Dave Perkins request for a Conditional Use Permit... Reighard seconded Bettinger's motion... Four in favor; Rainville opposed. Motion carried.
  • M9Bettinger made a motion to approve the request by Walter and Minako Cleath for a variance to allow construction of a new home on the 10.96 acre property owned on Bass Lake and a setback of 100 feet instead of the required 150 ft. setback; as recommended by P&Z with the following conditions: 1. The site survey is revised to include: a. Revised structure placement, if required; b. The location of the septic system and all associated equipment as approved by the Building Official; c. Existing elevations along the perimeter of the house needed to determine building height; d. Impervious surface calculations; e. Lowest floor elevation; f. The location of the proposed water well; g. The proposed driveway, sidewalk, steps and other impervious surfaces; h. Any planned accessory building locations; i. Silt fence and temporary stockpile locations; j. Rock construction entrance. 2. Vegetative screening will be maintained between the house and the lake. When trees and shrubs die, they will be replaced with similar species. 3. The DNR reviews and approves the proposed structure location. 4. The Public Works Supervisor reviews and approves the existing culvert(s) or a driveway permit is obtained from the City prior to any work commencing on site. 5. A building permit is obtained prior to beginning construction. 6. The project is in compliance with all applicable City and State Building Codes. 7. The applicant and property owner are responsible for all costs incurred during the review of this request by the City and its representatives.

    Exact transcript text

    Bettinger made a motion to approve the request by Walter and Minako Cleath for a variance to allow construction of a new home on the 10.96 acre property owned on Bass Lake and a setback of 100 feet instead of the required 150 ft. setback; as recommended by P&Z with the following conditions: 1. The site survey is revised to include: a. Revised structure placement, if required; b. The location of the septic system and all associated equipment as approved by the Building Official; c. Existing elevations along the perimeter of the house needed to determine building height; d. Impervious surface calculations; e. Lowest floor elevation; f. The location of the proposed water well; g. The proposed driveway, sidewalk, steps and other impervious surfaces; h. Any planned accessory building locations; i. Silt fence and temporary stockpile locations; j. Rock construction entrance. 2. Vegetative screening will be maintained between the house and the lake. When trees and shrubs die, they will be replaced with similar species. 3. The DNR reviews and approves the proposed structure location. 4. The Public Works Supervisor reviews and approves the existing culvert(s) or a driveway permit is obtained from the City prior to any work commencing on site. 5. A building permit is obtained prior to beginning construction. 6. The project is in compliance with all applicable City and State Building Codes. 7. The applicant and property owner are responsible for all costs incurred during the review of this request by the City and its representatives.

    moved by Bettinger, seconded by Rainville

    Passed

    All in favor; motion carried.

    p. 10City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 City Council Minutes (2015-03-10)Bettinger made a motion to approve the request by Walter and Minako Cleath for a variance... Rainville seconded Bettinger's motion. All in favor; motion carried.
  • M10Scheffler made a motion for Glaze to move forward with obtaining bids for the crack sealing; Rainville seconded.

    Exact transcript text

    Scheffler made a motion for Glaze to move forward with obtaining bids for the crack sealing; Rainville seconded.

    moved by Scheffler, seconded by Rainville

    Passed

    All in favor; motion carried.

    p. 11City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 City Council Minutes (2015-03-10)Scheffler made a motion for Glaze to move forward with obtaining bids for the crack sealing; Rainville seconded... All in favor; motion carried.
  • M11Scheffler amended his motion to include using a template for the crack sealing bids; Rainville seconded.

    Exact transcript text

    Scheffler amended his motion to include using a template for the crack sealing bids; Rainville seconded.

    moved by Scheffler, seconded by Rainville

    Passed

    All in favor; motion carried.

    p. 11City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 City Council Minutes (2015-03-10)Scheffler amended his motion to include using a template for the crack sealing bids; Rainville seconded. All in favor; motion carried.
  • M12Bettinger made a motion to approve the graveling plan, as it is within the budge; Scheffler seconded.

    Exact transcript text

    Bettinger made a motion to approve the graveling plan, as it is within the budge; Scheffler seconded.

    moved by Bettinger, seconded by Scheffler

    Passed

    All in favor; motion carried.

    p. 11City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 City Council Minutes (2015-03-10)Bettinger made a motion to approve the graveling plan, as it is within the budge; Scheffler seconded. All in favor; motion carried.
  • M13Rainville made a motion to approve the support of Earth Day and that a staff person is available during this time to collect the garbage and is available for questions and that their time is adjusted to support this and that the printing be done at the City Hall; Reighard seconded.

    Exact transcript text

    Rainville made a motion to approve the support of Earth Day and that a staff person is available during this time to collect the garbage and is available for questions and that their time is adjusted to support this and that the printing be done at the City Hall; Reighard seconded.

    moved by Rainville, seconded by Reighard

    Passed

    All in favor; motion carried.

    p. 11City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 City Council Minutes (2015-03-10)Rainville made a motion to approve the support of Earth Day and that a staff person is available during this time to collect the garbage and is available for questions and that their time is adjusted to support this and that the printing be done at the City Hall; Reighard seconded. All in favor; motion carried.
  • M14Rainville made a motion to approve Consent Agenda item 1.2; Bettinger seconded.

    Exact transcript text

    Rainville made a motion to approve Consent Agenda item 1.2; Bettinger seconded.

    moved by Rainville, seconded by Bettinger

    Passed

    All in favor; motion carried.

    p. 12City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 City Council Minutes (2015-03-10)Rainville made a motion to approve Consent Agenda item 1.2; Bettinger seconded. All in favor; motion carried.
  • M15Pilon made a motion to approve the corrections of the January 13 and February 10th Meeting Minutes; Rainville seconded.

    Exact transcript text

    Pilon made a motion to approve the corrections of the January 13 and February 10th Meeting Minutes; Rainville seconded.

    moved by Pilon, seconded by Rainville

    Passed

    All in favor; Motion Carried

    p. 12City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 City Council Minutes (2015-03-10)Pilon made a motion to approve the corrections of the January 13 and February 10th Meeting Minutes; Rainville seconded. All in favor; Motion Carried
  • M16Pilon made a motion to hold payment to the Planning Company until the Council gets further clarification of the charges; Rainville seconded.

    Exact transcript text

    Pilon made a motion to hold payment to the Planning Company until the Council gets further clarification of the charges; Rainville seconded.

    moved by Pilon, seconded by Rainville

    Passed

    All in favor; motion carried.

    p. 13City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 City Council Minutes (2015-03-10)Pilon made a motion to hold payment to the Planning Company until the Council gets further clarification of the charges; Rainville seconded. All in favor; motion carried.
  • M17Pilon made a motion to approve all claims except for Claim #9348; Scheffler seconded.

    Exact transcript text

    Pilon made a motion to approve all claims except for Claim #9348; Scheffler seconded.

    moved by Pilon, seconded by Scheffler

    Passed

    All in favor; motion carried.

    p. 13City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 City Council Minutes (2015-03-10)Pilon made a motion to approve all claims except for Claim #9348; Scheffler seconded. All in favor; motion carried.
  • M18Rainville made a motion to have Bettinger and Reighard work with the heating companies to determine if the unit needs to be upgraded; Reighard seconded.

    Exact transcript text

    Rainville made a motion to have Bettinger and Reighard work with the heating companies to determine if the unit needs to be upgraded; Reighard seconded.

    moved by Rainville, seconded by Reighard

    Passed

    All in favor; motion carried.

    p. 13City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 City Council Minutes (2015-03-10)Rainville made a motion to have Bettinger and Reighard work with the heating companies to determine if the unit needs to be upgraded; Reighard seconded. ... All in favor; motion carried.
  • M19Bettinger made a motion to repeal 1-1-20, seating assignments, from the Council Meeting Policy.

    Exact transcript text

    Bettinger made a motion to repeal 1-1-20, seating assignments, from the Council Meeting Policy.

    moved by Bettinger

    Failed

    Motion failed for lack of second.

    p. 13City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 City Council Minutes (2015-03-10)Bettinger made a motion to repeal 1-1-20, seating assignments, from the Council Meeting Policy. Motion failed for lack of second.
  • M20Scheffler made a motion to approve having a discussion prior to the motions; Bettinger seconded.

    Exact transcript text

    Scheffler made a motion to approve having a discussion prior to the motions; Bettinger seconded.

    moved by Scheffler, seconded by Bettinger

    Failed

    Bettinger and Scheffler in favor; Three opposed. Motion failed.

    p. 16City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 City Council Minutes (2015-03-10)Scheffler made a motion to approve having a discussion prior to the motions; Bettinger seconded... Bettinger and Scheffler in favor of Scheffler's motion; Three opposed. Motion failed.
  • M21Bettinger made a motion to approve the Council Reimbursement Policy; Reighard seconded.

    Exact transcript text

    Bettinger made a motion to approve the Council Reimbursement Policy; Reighard seconded.

    moved by Bettinger, seconded by Reighard

    Passed

    Four in favor; Pilon opposed. Motion carried.

    p. 17City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 City Council Minutes (2015-03-10)Bettinger requested that this be brought to a vote... Four in favor of Bettinger's motion to approve the Council Reimbursement Policy; Pilon opposed. Motion carried.
  • M22Bettinger made a motion to have staff prepare a request for proposals to have a wage study done for a step system.

    Exact transcript text

    Bettinger made a motion to have staff prepare a request for proposals to have a wage study done for a step system.

    moved by Bettinger, seconded by Scheffler

    Passed

    All in favor; motion carried.

    p. 17City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 City Council Minutes (2015-03-10)d). Wage Study/employee reviews and raises - Bettinger made a motion to have staff prepare a request for proposals to have a wage study done for a step system... Scheffler seconded.
  • M23Bettinger amended his motion to include that the request for proposals goes before the Council for approval; Scheffler seconded the amendment.

    Exact transcript text

    Bettinger amended his motion to include that the request for proposals goes before the Council for approval; Scheffler seconded the amendment.

    moved by Bettinger, seconded by Scheffler

    Passed

    All in favor; motion carried.

    p. 18City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 City Council Minutes (2015-03-10)Bettinger amended his motion to include that the request for proposals goes before the Council for approval; Scheffler seconded the amendment. All in favor; motion carried.
  • M24Scheffler made a motion not renew the ad in the Chamber of Commerce Map; Bettinger seconded.

    Exact transcript text

    Scheffler made a motion not renew the ad in the Chamber of Commerce Map; Bettinger seconded.

    moved by Scheffler, seconded by Bettinger

    Passed

    All in favor; motion carried.

    p. 18City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 City Council Minutes (2015-03-10)Scheffler made a motion not renew the ad in the Chamber of Commerce Map; Bettinger seconded. All in favor; motion carried.
  • M25Rainville made a motion to approve Pilon to attend the Conference on April 24th and 25th; Reighard seconded.

    Exact transcript text

    Rainville made a motion to approve Pilon to attend the Conference on April 24th and 25th; Reighard seconded.

    moved by Rainville, seconded by Reighard

    Passed

    All in favor; motion carried

    p. 18City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 City Council Minutes (2015-03-10)Rainville made a motion to approve Pilon to attend the Conference on April 24th and 25th; Reighard seconded. All in favor; motion carried
  • M26Bettinger made a motion to renew the Safe Assure Contract; Rainville seconded.

    Exact transcript text

    Bettinger made a motion to renew the Safe Assure Contract; Rainville seconded.

    moved by Bettinger, seconded by Rainville

    Passed

    All in favor; motion carried.

    p. 18City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 City Council Minutes (2015-03-10)Bettinger made a motion to renew the Safe Assure Contract; Rainville seconded. All in favor; motion carried.
  • M27Scheffler made a motion to go out for quotes for the concrete work at the recycling center; Bettinger seconded.

    Exact transcript text

    Scheffler made a motion to go out for quotes for the concrete work at the recycling center; Bettinger seconded.

    moved by Scheffler, seconded by Bettinger

    Passed

    All in favor; motion carried.

    p. 18City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 City Council Minutes (2015-03-10)Scheffler... made a motion to go out for quotes for the concrete work at the recycling center; Bettinger seconded.
  • M28Scheffler amended his motion to include Rainville's suggestions; Bettinger seconded the amendments.

    Exact transcript text

    Scheffler amended his motion to include Rainville's suggestions; Bettinger seconded the amendments.

    moved by Scheffler, seconded by Bettinger

    Passed

    All in favor; motion carried.

    p. 18City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 City Council Minutes (2015-03-10)Scheffler amended his motion to include Rainville's suggestions; Bettinger seconded the amendments. All in favor; motion carried.
  • M29Rainville made a motion to move forward with the ordinance revisions as presented by staff, in an amount not to exceed $1,890; Scheffler seconded.

    Exact transcript text

    Rainville made a motion to move forward with the ordinance revisions as presented by staff, in an amount not to exceed $1,890; Scheffler seconded.

    moved by Rainville, seconded by Scheffler

    Passed

    All in favor; motion carried.

    p. 18City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 City Council Minutes (2015-03-10)Rainville made a motion to move forward with the ordinance revisions as presented by staff, in an amount not to exceed $1,890; Scheffler seconded... All in favor; motion carried.
  • M30Scheffler made a motion to approve Kurt Glaser to prepare the documents for setting fines, which is to be presented to the Council; Rainville seconded.

    Exact transcript text

    Scheffler made a motion to approve Kurt Glaser to prepare the documents for setting fines, which is to be presented to the Council; Rainville seconded.

    moved by Scheffler, seconded by Rainville

    Passed

    All in favor; motion carried.

    p. 18City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 City Council Minutes (2015-03-10)Scheffler made a motion to approve Kurt Glaser to prepare the documents for setting fines, which is to be presented to the Council; Rainville seconded... All in favor of Scheffler's motion; motion carried.
  • M31Rainville made a motion to table the security upgrades...; Pilon seconded.

    Exact transcript text

    Rainville made a motion to table the security upgrades...; Pilon seconded.

    moved by Rainville, seconded by Pilon

    Tabled

    Four in favor; Scheffler opposed. Motion carried.

    p. 19City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 City Council Minutes (2015-03-10)Rainville made a motion to table the security upgrades...; Pilon seconded. Four in favor; Scheffler opposed. Motion carried.
  • M32Rainville made a motion that the Council revise the Data Practices Request Policy, procedures and associated forms. Pilon seconded.

    Exact transcript text

    Rainville made a motion that the Council revise the Data Practices Request Policy, procedures and associated forms. Pilon seconded.

    moved by Rainville, seconded by Pilon

    Passed

    All in favor; motion carried.

    p. 19City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 City Council Minutes (2015-03-10)I). Data Practices Request Form - Rainville made a motion that the Council revise the Data Practices Request Policy, procedures and associated forms. Pilon seconded.
  • M33Rainville amended her motion for the Council to review her proposal for a new Data Practices Policy and Procedures. Rainville will pull the state statute and the existing policy and continue the discussion at the next meeting; Pilon seconded.

    Exact transcript text

    Rainville amended her motion for the Council to review her proposal for a new Data Practices Policy and Procedures. Rainville will pull the state statute and the existing policy and continue the discussion at the next meeting; Pilon seconded.

    moved by Rainville, seconded by Pilon

    Passed

    All in favor; motion carried.

    p. 19City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 City Council Minutes (2015-03-10)Rainville amended her motion for the Council to review her proposal for a new Data Practices Policy and Procedures. Rainville will pull the state statute and the existing policy and continue the discussion at the next meeting; Pilon seconded.
  • M34Rainville made a motion to move forward with discussions on whether or not the Council wants to put something in ordinance in regards to the proximity of alcoholic establishments; Reighard seconded.

    Exact transcript text

    Rainville made a motion to move forward with discussions on whether or not the Council wants to put something in ordinance in regards to the proximity of alcoholic establishments; Reighard seconded.

    moved by Rainville, seconded by Reighard

    Outcome unrecorded

    Motion later failed for lack of second after amendment.

    p. 20City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 City Council Minutes (2015-03-10)Rainville made a motion to move forward with discussions on whether or not the Council wants to put something in ordinance in regards to the proximity of alcoholic establishments; Reighard seconded.
  • M35Rainville amended her motion to have two Council members put together a draft resolution, in conjunction with working with the City attorney.

    Exact transcript text

    Rainville amended her motion to have two Council members put together a draft resolution, in conjunction with working with the City attorney.

    moved by Rainville

    Failed

    Motion failed for lack of second.

    p. 21City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 City Council Minutes (2015-03-10)Rainville amended her motion to have two Council members put together a draft resolution, in conjunction with working with the City attorney... Motion failed for lack of second.
  • M36Rainville made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 10:17 p.m.; Bettinger seconded.

    Exact transcript text

    Rainville made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 10:17 p.m .; Bettinger seconded.

    moved by Rainville, seconded by Bettinger

    Passed

    All in favor; motion carried.

    p. 22City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 City Council Minutes (2015-03-10)Rainville made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 10:17 p.m .; Bettinger seconded. All in favor; motion carried.

Dollar amounts in motions

Amounts named in or tied to a motion that passed, each shown with the motion. A motion can approve an amount, cap it, or remove it from a list, so read the motion text. These links are AI-extracted, and the minutes control.

  • Treasurer's report cash balance Pine River State Bank as of 02-28-15.

    $929,967

    Motion Rainville made a motion to approve Consent Agenda item 1.2; Bettinger seconded. Passed(All in favor; motion carried.)
    PDFCity Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 CC Packet 2 of 2 (2015-03-10)Pine River State Bank... $ 929,967.47
  • Total of all Cash in Bank accounts as of 02-28-15.

    $1,404,366

    Motion Rainville made a motion to approve Consent Agenda item 1.2; Bettinger seconded. Passed(All in favor; motion carried.)
    PDFCity Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 CC Packet 2 of 2 (2015-03-10)Total of all Cash in Bank accounts: * $ 1,404,365.50
  • CD investments total (current investments).

    $474,398

    Motion Rainville made a motion to approve Consent Agenda item 1.2; Bettinger seconded. Passed(All in favor; motion carried.)
    p. 3City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 CC Packet 2 of 2 (2015-03-10)Grand Total: $474,398.03
  • Total for selected claims (claims history).

    $31,834

    Motion Pilon made a motion to approve all claims except for Claim #9348; Scheffler seconded. Passed(All in favor; motion carried.)
    PDFCity Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 CC Packet 2 of 2 (2015-03-10)Total For Selected Claims $31,833.59
  • Claim #9348 The Planning Company LLC planning services; Council held payment pending clarification and approved all claims except this cl…

    $8,169

    Motion Pilon made a motion to hold payment to the Planning Company until the Council gets further clarification of the charges; Rainville seconded. Passed(All in favor; motion carried.)
    PDFCity Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 CC Packet 2 of 2 (2015-03-10)03/06/2015 The Planning Company LLC Planning Services 9348 25971 Yes $8,168.94p. 13City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 City Council Minutes (2015-03-10)Pilon made a motion to hold payment to the Planning Company until the Council gets further clarification of the charges; Rainville seconded. All in favor; motion carried. Pilon made a motion to approve all claims except for Claim #9348; Scheffler seconded. All in favor; motion carried.
  • Claim #9337 ECM Publishers legal/public notices; discussed as confusing bundling of notices.

    $194

    Motion Pilon made a motion to approve all claims except for Claim #9348; Scheffler seconded. Passed(All in favor; motion carried.)
    PDFCity Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 CC Packet 2 of 2 (2015-03-10)ECM Publishers, Inc. Legal / Public Notices 9337 25960 Yes $193.50p. 12City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 City Council Minutes (2015-03-10)Pilon has some concern about legal and public notices. There is $193.50 charged for public notices that were charged to residents for public notices. There were 8 public notices on 3 publications.
  • Air Comfort Heating proposal for replacement of unit heater (Modine 150,000 BTU) parts and labor; plus permit fees; lift not included.

    $2,215

    Motion Rainville made a motion to have Bettinger and Reighard work with the heating companies to determine if the unit needs to be upgraded; Reighard seconded. Passed(All in favor; motion carried.)
    p. 13City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 CC Packet 2 of 2 (2015-03-10)TOTAL 2215.00 " Plus permit feesp. 13City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 CC Packet 2 of 2 (2015-03-10)Replacement of unit heater With Modine 150,000 BTU ull Parts + Labor 2215.00
  • Superior Heating estimate to install new Modine 150 BTU unit heater, includes tax, labor, material, and permits (with note about venting).

    $2,376

    Motion Rainville made a motion to have Bettinger and Reighard work with the heating companies to determine if the unit needs to be upgraded; Reighard seconded. Passed(All in favor; motion carried.)
    p. 14City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 CC Packet 2 of 2 (2015-03-10)Install New Modine 150 BTU Unit Heater $2,376.00 All tax, labor, material and permits included.
  • SafeAssure annual contract amount (before Damarco services).

    $1,313

    Motion Bettinger made a motion to renew the Safe Assure Contract; Rainville seconded. Passed(All in favor; motion carried.)
    PDFCity Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 CC Packet 2 of 2 (2015-03-10)ANNUAL CONTRACT $ 1,313.00
  • SafeAssure Damarco services (MSDS on-line).

    $100

    Motion Bettinger made a motion to renew the Safe Assure Contract; Rainville seconded. Passed(All in favor; motion carried.)
    PDFCity Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 CC Packet 2 of 2 (2015-03-10)DAMARCO SERVICES (MSDS ON-LINE) $ 100.00
  • SafeAssure annual total.

    $1,413

    Motion Bettinger made a motion to renew the Safe Assure Contract; Rainville seconded. Passed(All in favor; motion carried.)
    PDFCity Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 CC Packet 2 of 2 (2015-03-10)ANNUAL $ 1,413.00
  • Total cost for MS4 ordinance revisions (engineer/planner/attorney) not to exceed $1,890; Council authorized ordinance revisions with this…

    $1,890

    Motion Rainville made a motion to move forward with the ordinance revisions as presented by staff, in an amount not to exceed $1,890; Scheffler seconded. Passed(All in favor; motion carried.)
    p. 57City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 CC Packet 2 of 2 (2015-03-10)The total cost for the ordinance revisions for the MS4 Permit Compliance should not exceed $1,890.p. 18City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 City Council Minutes (2015-03-10)Rainville made a motion to move forward with the ordinance revisions as presented by staff, in an amount not to exceed $1,890; Scheffler seconded... All in favor; motion carried.
  • Engineer proposal not-to-exceed cost to draft MS4 ordinance revisions and attend two meetings.

    $1,200

    Motion Rainville made a motion to move forward with the ordinance revisions as presented by staff, in an amount not to exceed $1,890; Scheffler seconded. Passed(All in favor; motion carried.)
    p. 58City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 CC Packet 2 of 2 (2015-03-10)We would propose to draft the ordinances and attend the two meetings as discussed above for a not-to-exceed cost of $1,200.
  • Cost to renew City ad on Anoka Area Chamber of Commerce Official Map (Council voted not to renew).

    $295

    Motion Scheffler made a motion not renew the ad in the Chamber of Commerce Map; Bettinger seconded. Passed(All in favor; motion carried.)
    p. 37City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 CC Packet 2 of 2 (2015-03-10)the cost to renew is $295.p. 18City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 City Council Minutes (2015-03-10)Renew ad in Chamber of Commerce Official Map - Scheffler made a motion not renew the ad in the Chamber of Commerce Map; Bettinger seconded. All in favor; motion carried.
  • Class 5 gravel costs for gravel plan: 9872 tons at $4.75/ton total $46,892.00.

    $46,892

    Motion Bettinger made a motion to approve the graveling plan, as it is within the budge; Scheffler seconded. Passed(All in favor; motion carried.)
    p. 11City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 City Council Minutes (2015-03-10)That would be 9872 tons at $4.75 per ton for a total of $46,892.00.
  • Recycling material costs for gravel plan: 221 tons at $11.00/ton total $2,431.00.

    $2,431

    Motion Bettinger made a motion to approve the graveling plan, as it is within the budge; Scheffler seconded. Passed(All in favor; motion carried.)
    p. 11City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 City Council Minutes (2015-03-10)For the recycling material, it would be 221 tons at $11.00 per ton for a total of $2,431.00.
  • Earth Day cleanup flyers printing estimated cost: 250 x .062400 = $15.60.

    $16

    Motion Rainville made a motion to approve the support of Earth Day and that a staff person is available during this time to collect the garbage and is available for questions and that their time is adjusted to support this and that the printing be done at the City Hall; Reighard seconded. Passed(All in favor; motion carried.)
    p. 70City Council Meeting — 2015-03-10 CC Packet 1 of 2 (2015-03-10)Cost: · Flyers- 250 x .062400 - $15.60

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