HomeMy WebLinkAbout12-07-15CITY OF LAKEVILLE
CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
December 7, 2015
Mayor Little called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall. The
Pledge of Allegiance to the flag was given.
Members Present: Mayor Little, Council Members Davis, Swecker, Anderson and LaBeau
Staff Present: Justin Miller, City Administrator; Roger Knutson, City Attorney; Jeff Long,
Police Chief, Chris Petree, Public Works Director; David Olson, Community & Economic
Development Director; Jerilyn Erickson, Finance Director; Daryl Morey, Planning Director;
Charlene Friedges, City Clerk
3. Citizen Comments:
Bob Egan, 17601 Glasgow Way, asked several questions related to a resolution on the consent
agenda requesting the advance of Municipal State Aid (MSA) construction funds to the City's
2016 State Aid construction account balance. He questioned the City's policy of utilizing MSA
funds to finance its portion of County highway projects. He also asked about the MSA bond
principal and interest. The Public Works Director and Finance Director responded to Mr.
Egan's questions.
4. Additional agenda information: None
5. Presentations/Introductions
On behalf of Lakeville Liquors, Director Brenda Visnovec presented food drive donations in the
amount of $6,049 to The Open Door Pantry and 360 Communities. Kristine Albright and
Nancy Wester accepted the donation on behalf of The Open Door Pantry; and Lori Bolin and
Anika Rychner accepted the donation on behalf of 360 Communities.
Representatives of the Lakeville Public Safety Foundation presented a donation in the amount
of $2,895 to the Lakeville Fire Department for the purchase of a new Sparky costume.
Chief Meyer recognized Brad Ancel, who retired from the Lakeville Fire Department after 20
years of service.
Mr. Petree presented the November Public Works monthly report.
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Consent Agenda
Motion was made by Davis, seconded by Anderson, to approve the following items:
a. Claims for payment
b. Minutes of the November 16, 2015 City Council meeting
c. Minutes of the November 23, 2015 City Council work session
d. Ordinance No. 947 amending Title 3, Chapter 6, of the Lakeville City Code
e. Contract Addendum with RMR Services, LLC for water meter reading
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f. Resolution No. 15-152 requesting a speed zone study on Highview Avenue from CSAH 9
(Dodd Boulevard) to CSAH 46 (160' Street)
g. Receive bids for water treatment chemicals and award contract to Hawkins, Inc.
h. Agreement with Maria Jewell for a recreation program
i. Purchase agreement with Musco Sports Lighting, LLC for lighting system equipment at
King Park
j. Minnesota Snowmobile Trails Assistance Program Grant Agreement with Minnesota
Department of Natural Resources
k. Dynamic Speed Display Signs Policy
1. Resolution No. 15-153 setting dates of regular City Council meetings in 2016
m. Resolution No. 15-154 setting dates of City Council work sessions in 2016
n. Resolution No. 15-155 amending the 2015 General Fund Budget
o. Resolution No. 15-156 electing non -waiver of statutory municipal tort liability limits and
declining excess liability insurance coverage
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p. Agreement with Dick's Sanitation, Inc. for municipal solid waste and recyclable material
collection
q. Set a special Council meeting to be held at 6:00 p.m. on Monday, December 14, 2015
r. Resolution No. 15-157 amending the position classification and pay plan for part-time
liquor employees
s. Resolution No. 15-158 approving the position classification and pay plan for regular non-
union employees
t. Resolution No. 15-159 approving the preliminary and final plat of Warweg Addition and
Resolution No. 15-160 vacating public street and alley right-of-way
u. Ordinance No. 948 amending Title 11 of the Lakeville City Code concerning residential
fencing and screening
v. Partial Release of Development Contracts and Planned Unit Development Agreement and
First Amendment to Development Contract and Planned Unit Development Agreement for
Cedar 160 Addition
w. Resolution No. 15-161 authorizing the acquisition of real property located at 19930
Kenwood Trail and dispensing with statutory requirements for review by Planning
Commission of disposal of property
x. Acceptance of improvements and final payment to McNamara Contracting, Inc. for
miscellaneous roadway repairs, Improvement Projects 14-01 and 15-01
y. Resolution No. 15-162 authorizing the advance of municipal state aid construction funds
z. Ordinance No. 949 granting a franchise to Northern States Power Company, d/b/a Xcel
Energy; Ordinance No. 950 granting a franchise to Dakota Electric Association; and
Resolution No. 15-163 adopting summary ordinances for publication
aa. Professional Services Agreement with WSB & Associates, Inc. for the Ritter Farm Dog Park
final design and preparation of construction documents
bb. Resolution No. 15-164 accepting donation from Lakeville Public Safety Foundation to the
Fire Department
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cc. Agreement with Minnesota Dirt Works, Inc. for Aronson Park drainage improvements
dd. Resolution No. 15-165 approving an agreement with the State of Minnesota, Department of
Public Safety, to perform Drug Recognition Expert training classes
Voice vote was taken on the motion. Ayes - unanimous
7. Dodd Crossing Preliminary Plat
Bob Schunicht of Landform Professional Services requested Council approval of the Dodd
Crossing preliminary plat, which consists of 67 single-family lots and three outlots on
approximately 31 acres of land located south of 160th Street, west of Pilot Knob Road and north
of Dodd Boulevard.
Mr. Morey explained that a preliminary plat with the same number of lots was approved by the
City Council in June of 2014; however, it lapsed because that developer did not submit a final
plat application within one year as required by the City's subdivision ordinance. The lot and
street configuration for this plat is the same as what was approved in 2014. He noted that
planned improvements to the Pilot Knob Road/Dodd Boulevard intersection next summer in
conjunction with the Spirit of Brandtjen Farm Commercial 11 Addition (Hy -Vee) will include a
median on Dodd Boulevard from Pilot Knob Road to a point west of Elm Creek Lane. As such,
the Dodd Crossing development will now be allowed an immediate right -in, right -out access to
Dodd Boulevard.
Motion was made by Swecker, seconded by Anderson to approve Resolution No. 15-166
approving the preliminary plat of Dodd Crossing.
Roll call was taken on the motion. Ayes - Davis, Little, Swecker, Anderson, LaBeau
8. Truth in Taxation Public Hearing
Mayor Little opened the truth in taxation public hearing. Finance Director Jerilyn Erickson
provided a brief overview of the 2016 budget and tax levy. The total 2016 tax levy, she stated,
represents a 3.85% increase over 2015. In addition, the proposed 2016 tax levy is $260,629 less
than the preliminary tax levy approved in September. The City portion of property taxes on the
average valued home is estimated to increase by $15 when taking into account the increase in
market value and the 3.85% increase in the property tax levy. Ms. Erickson also explained that
the Utility Funds reflect an increase in the water, sewer and street light rates. This represents
an increase of approximately $6.45 per quarter on a home that utilizes 18,000 gallons of water
per quarter.
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Bob Egan, 17601 Glasgow Way, voiced concerns regarding the City's continued reliance on
debt, which he stated is the highest in Dakota County, and its policy of funding county road
improvements with municipal state aid funds. He felt that municipal state aid funds should be
spent on the City's road improvements so that these projects don't have to be funded by special
assessments and property taxes.
Motion was made by Anderson, seconded by Swecker, to close the public hearing.
Voice vote was taken on the motion. Ayes - unanimous
Motion was made by Anderson, seconded by Davis, to adopt Resolution No. 15-167 adopting
the 2016 property tax levy and Resolution No. 15-168 adopting the 2016 budget.
Davis stated he supports the proposed budget and tax levy and expressed a desire to work
toward identifying additional dollars during the balance of 2015 that could be directed to road
repairs and public safety.
Little expressed concerns about the budget and the City's policy direction related to
underfunding long term capital expenses. The utilization of reserves is a concern and will
impact future city leaders. He felt that given the current assumptions of the budget, without
significant changes, the 2017 budget would require an 8.4% levy increase. He also expressed
concern regarding the significant amount of debt that the City has incurred.
Mayor Little asked council members to consider allocating $250,000 from the operating levy in
addition to the 3.85% to pre -fund street reconstruction. He stated that while this would result
in a levy increase of 4.86% in 2016, it saves taxpayers $313,000 over a 10 year period by
reducing debt.
Swecker stressed the importance of gradual, responsible levy increases. She felt that population
growth is helping pay down some of the City's debt. Reinstating personnel positions that had
previously been eliminated is also important. Consideration must be given to the overall fiscal
impact to taxpayers, not only the City portion. She felt that the proposed budget is reasonable.
Anderson also supported the proposed budget and 3.85% levy increase. He felt the City has
issued debt in a fiscally responsible manner with favorable, fixed interest rates. He stated he did
not support the mayor's proposal to allocate additional levy dollars toward debt. He expressed
a desire to review current policies with respect to paying for parks/trails and police equipment
upgrades.
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LaBeau also supported the proposed budget and 3.85% levy increase. She did not support the
mayor's proposal to allocate additional levy dollars toward debt. She stated she feels the City
offers some services and amenities, such as trails, that are not necessary.
Mayor Little offered an amendment to the motion to allocate $250,000 from the operating levy
in addition to the 3.85% to pre -fund street reconstruction. There was no second.
Roll call was taken on the motion. Ayes - Swecker, Anderson, LaBeau, Davis; Nay - Little
9. Fee Schedule Public Hearing
Mayor Little opened the public hearing to consider an ordinance adopting fees.
Ms. Erickson explained that State law requires the establishment or modification of fees to
process land use applications by ordinance after a public hearing is conducted. She explained
that the fee schedule is reviewed annually to ensure that rate structures accurately reflect the
cost of services provided. The 2016 budget anticipated the adjustment of certain fees. The
proposed changes are consistent with discussions conducted at the November 23rd Council
work session.
There were no questions or comments.
Motion was made by Anderson, seconded by Swecker, to close the public hearing.
Voice vote was taken on the motion. Ayes - unanimous
Motion was made by Anderson, seconded by Davis, to adopt Ordinance No. 951adopting fees
and summary ordinance for publication; and Resolution No. 15-169 adopting the fee schedule.
Roll call was taken on the motion. Ayes - Swecker, Anderson, LaBeau, Davis, Little
10. Unfinished business: None
11. New business: None
Announcements: Next regular Council meeting, January 4, 2016
Council work session, December 14, 2015
Mayor Little adjourned the meeting at 8:40 p.m.
Respectfully submitt ,
Charlene Friedges, City C Matt Li e, Mayor