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HomeMy WebLinkAbout06-04-12CITY OF LAKEVILLE COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES JUNE 4, 2012 Mayor Bellows called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. The pledge of allegiance to the flag was given. Present: Mayor Mark Bellows Council Member Matt Little Council Member Colleen LaBeau Council Member Laurie Rieb Council Member Kerrin Swecker Also Present: Roger Knutson, City Attorney Steve Mielke, City Administrator Tom Vonhof, Police Chief David Olson, Community & Economic Development Director Chris Petree, Public Works Director Dennis Feller, Finance Director Steve Michaud, Parks & Recreation Director Charlene Friedges, City Clerk Citizens' Comments Lawrence Schweich, 8719 -190th Street W., voiced a concern regarding the safety of the 190th Street and Holyoke Avenue intersection. He asked the Council to consider constructing a bypass lane on northbound Holyoke Avenue at 190th Street with the Crescent Ridge Third Addition final plat. Mr. Mielke stated that he recently met with Mr. Schweich and explained to him that because the area of concern is on a curve, the City must be certain that a bypass lane is constructed in accordance with traffic codes_ and standards. The Interim City Engineer is reviewing the matter and will make a recommendation to the City Council. Presentation /Introductions Luke Litteken, District Director with CenterPoint Energy, presented a community partnership grant in the amount of $1,575 to the Lakeville Fire Department. The grant will be used to purchase Channellock rescue tools, one for each firefighter. Mr. Petree presented the May Public Works Department monthly report. CITY OF LAKEVILLE COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES JUNE 4, 2012 Page 2 Consent Agenda Mr. Mielke requested, on behalf of the developer, to remove Item 7k from the consent agenda, to be considered after Item 8. The City Council moved Item 7k to the end of the regular agenda. The City Council added Item 9 to the consent agenda. 12.38 Motion was made by Swecker, seconded by Rieb to approve the consent agenda items as follows: a. Claims for payment. b. Minutes of the May 21, 2012 City Council meeting. c. Minutes of the May 21, 2012 Council work session. d. Resolution No. 12 -56 authorizing the temporary closing of city streets for Pan -O -Prog events. e. Set a Council work session to be held at 5:00 p.m. on June 18, 2012, to discuss the Capital Improvement Plan. f. Agreement with CanAm Tactical K9 LLC for the purchase of a dog. g. Extension of on -sale liquor license for Babe's Sportsbar & Grill to allow the sale of alcoholic beverages and live entertainment in the fenced - in parking lot on July 5 -7, 2012. h. Temporary on -sale liquor license for VFW Post 210 to host Pan -O -Prog events on July 5 -7, 2012. i. Resolution No. 12 -57 receiving bids and awarding contract for transportation safety improvements, Improvement Project 12 -11. j. Kenora Ridge final plat extension. k. (Removed from consent agenda). I. Conditional use permit amendment to allow an addition to a non- conforming single family home located at 9845 Oak Shore Drive. CITY OF LAKEVILLE COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES JUNE 4, 2012 Page 3 m. Resolution No. 12 -59 accepting a Community Partnership Grant from CenterPoint Energy. n. Joint Powers Agreement with Dakota County for maintenance of GIS database containing road names and addresses. o. Authorize Black & Veatch to complete update of Water Treatment Facility Expansion Study. p. Joint Powers Agreement between the cities of Burnsville, Eagan, Apple Valley and Lakeville to provide fire training facilities. q. Temporary on -sale liquor license for Lakeville Beyond the Yellow Ribbon, Inc. r. Appointment of Jeanne Hutter to the Lakeville Area Arts Center Board for a term expiring on March 31, 2015. 9. Ordinance No. 891 amending Title 11 of the Lakeville City Code concerning townhouse exterior materials. Roll call was taken on the motion. Ayes, unanimous. Item 7 - Spice Thai LLC Wine and On -Sale Beer License Mayor Bellows opened the public hearing on the application of Spice Thai LLC for a wine and on -sale 3.2% malt liquor license at 7704 -160th Street W. The city clerk attested to legal notice publication. Chief Vonhof presented the police report and recommended approval of the licenses as requested. The applicant, Chad Sukhtipyaroge, provided a brief overview of his restaurant, Spice Caf6, providing authentic Thai cuisine. There were no questions or comments from the audience. 12.39 Motion was made by Rieb, seconded by Swecker to close the public hearing. Roll call was taken on the motion. Ayes, unanimous. CITY OF LAKEVILLE COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES JUNE 4, 2012 Page 4 12.40 Motion was made by Swecker, seconded by LaBeau to grant a wine and on -sale 3.2% malt liquor license to Spice Thai LLC, effective July 1, 2012. Roll call was taken on the motion. Aye, unanimous. Item 8 - Title 10 Concerning Park Dedication Fees Mr. Michaud explained that the City conducted a review of its park dedication requirements after Shamrock Development disputed the park dedication fee in lieu of land for Crescent Ridge 2nd Addition. The Parks, Recreation & Natural Resources Committee recommended against the proposed ordinance amendment and resulting reduction of the park dedication fee, while the Planning Commission supported staff's recommendation to amend the ordinance. Dan Licht, with The Planning Company, explained that the current cash fees in lieu of land dedication were established in 2007 following adoption of the 2006 Parks, Trails and Open Space System Plan. The 2030 Comprehensive Plan approved by the Metropolitan Council estimates 14,817 additional households in Lakeville by the year 2030. While the timeframe established for the full build -out of Lakeville is likely on the optimistic side given the economic downturn, the approved plan does provide the basis for the City's land use and system plans. He further stated that the City's Parks, Trails and Open Space System Plan was last updated in 2006. That study recommends the acquisition of up to 481 acres of additional active park land by the year 2030. Based upon these assumptions, the proposed land dedication requirements are proposed to increase from 10% to 12% for single family developments and from 5% to 6% for commercial and industrial developments. Mr. Licht reviewed the various options that were considered to determine the method for establishing property value. Based on a consistent 38% reduction in property values since 2008, staff recommends a reduction in the park dedication fees in lieu of land for single family and multiple family development by a corresponding amount. Based on that calculation, the proposed ordinance amendment provides for a park dedication fee of $3,532 per single family lot; $2,403 for medium density (townhouse) dwelling units and $1,824 for high density (multiple family) dwelling units. CITY OF LAKEVILLE COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES JUNE 4, 2012 Page 5 Council Member LaBeau questioned the current population projections and the likelihood that Lakeville will reach full build -out by the year 2030. Mr. Licht explained that the population projections that are adopted as part of the City's Comprehensive Plan are provided by the Metropolitan Council. Their demographers take into account growth patterns that occur over a 30 year period. It is the most reliable, accurate information available to the City at this time. These projections, however, are likely to be reviewed and updated in the near future. Mr. Mielke pointed out that the City is working off the 2006 Parks & Open Space System Plan. That document is currently being reviewed. In addition, the land value factor in the park dedication ordinance should be reviewed on an annual basis. As a result, the park dedication fees will likely change over time, based on demand and land values as they fluctuate. Mr. Mielke stated that staff is recommending the effective date of this ordinance should be retroactive to all final plats subject to payment of park dedication fees from the point at which Crescent Ridge Second Addition was approved, which was October 17, 2011. Judy Hayes, 17326 Idlewood Way, urged the City Council to not only consider the needs of developers, but also consider the importance of parks and trails to this community. Michael Smith, 9566 - 176th Court, and Jason Mahlman, 20584 Hartford Way, spoke on behalf of the Lakeville Outdoor Sports Association. They stated Lakeville's parks and fields are over - utilized and under duress at this time. They are concerned that reducing fees to developers will shift costs to those who utilize the outdoor sports facilities. Jim Stanton, Shamrock Development, stated park dedication fees are not to be used for operations or maintenance of the parks. Todd Bornhauser, Lakeville Area Chamber of Commerce, asked when park dedication fees for commercial /industrial property will be addressed. Bob Erickson, 18224 Justice Way, stated the City needs to re- invigorate the home building industry; and the park dedication fee is one piece of the financial puzzle that dictates the cost of developing a residential lot. CITY OF LAKEVILLE COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES JUNE 4, 2012 Page 6 Robert Swan asked the Council to not approve a reduction in the park dedication fees. In response to a question by Council Member Little, Mr. Mielke explained that review and adoption of the update to the 2006 Parks & Open Space System Plan is independent of the ordinance establishing park dedication fees. Depending on the results of the Plan update, the demand portion of the fee structure may need to be adjusted. Mr. Mielke also responded to Mr. Bornhauser's question regarding commercial /industrial property'values. The staff is currently in the process of reviewing commercial /industrial rates and anticipates having a prepared report for the Council's June work session. Council Member Swecker expressed some reservations with back - dating the ordinance. Mr. Mielke explained that an Escrow Agreement was approved with the Crescent Ridge 2nd Addition final plat on October 17, 2011, related to the park dedication fee. By back - dating the ordinance, any plats that came forward after that date, which required park dedication, would utilize the new fee. Council Member Little voiced concern with changing the park dedication fees now, when they will likely be changed again in the near future when the Parks & Open Space System Plan is updated. He felt that while the equation is fair, the needs assessment should have occurred first. Council Member Rieb stated she feels it is important to determine what residents want and need with respect to the City's parks & trails system; and it is also important to review the park dedication fees annually. 12.41 Motion was made by Rieb, seconded by LaBeau, to adopt Ordinance No. 890 amending Title 10 of the Lakeville City Code concerning park dedication, effective October 17, 2011. Roll call was taken on the motion. Ayes, LaBeau, Rieb, Bellows, Swecker. Nay, Little. Item 10 - Labor Agreement with Minnesota Teamsters, Local No. 320 CITY OF LAKEVILLE COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES JUNE 4, 2012 Page 7 Human Resources Manager Cindi Joosten presented the proposed labor agreement with the City's maintenance employees, effective January 1, 2012 through December 31, 2013. 12.42 Motion was made by Swecker, seconded by LaBeau to approve the Labor Agreement between the City of Lakeville and Minnesota Teamsters Public & Law Enforcement Employees Union, Local No. 320. Roll call was taken on the motion. Ayes, unanimous. Item 6k - Crescent Ridge Third Addition 12.43 Motion was made by Swecker, seconded by Rieb to approve Resolution No. 12 -58 approving the final plat of Crescent Ridge Third Addition. Roll call was taken on the motion. Ayes, unanimous. Announcements: • Farmers Market Wednesdays and Saturdays • Next regular Council meeting, June 18, 2012 Mayor Bellows adjourned the meeting at 8:57 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Charlene Friedges, (;#y Clerk Mark Bellows, Mayor