HomeMy WebLinkAbout08-02-10CITY OF LAKEVILLE COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
AUGUST 2, 2010
Mayor Dahl called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. The pledge of
allegiance to the flag was given.
Present: Mayor Holly Dahl
Council Member Mark Bellows
Council Member Kerrin Swecker
Council Member Laurie Rieb
Council Member Kevin Miller
Also Present: Elliott Knetsch, City Attorney
Steve Mielke, City Administrator
Tom Vonhof, Police Chief
Keith Nelson, City Engineer
Dennis Feller, Finance Director
David Olson, C.E.D. Director
Steve Michaud, Parks & Recreation Director
Chris Petree, Operations & Maintenance Director
Daryl Morey, Planning Director
Judi Hawkins, Deputy Clerk
Additional Agenda Information
There was no additional information for consent agenda Items.
Presentations /Introductions
a. Presentation of a Police Chief's Award of Merit
Chief Vonhof presented a Police Chief's Award of Merit to 16 -year
old Samuel Romain in recognition of his quick action in administering
life- saving CPR when his neighbor suffered sudden cardiac arrest.
Susan Long, ALF Ambulance, presented certificates to EMS
personnel who were also involved in this incident. Mr. Romain
credited the Heart Restart program for providing the necessary CPR
training. Mr. Terry Hanson, whose life was saved, was also present.
b. Presentation to 360 Communities
Steve Michaud introduced Scout leader James Neild, and LAAC
pottery instructor JoAnn Andres, coordinator of the "Empty Bowls"
program. Their efforts during the Pan- O -Prog food drive helped to
raise a total of $700. Mr. Steve Haschig of 360 Communities was
present to accept the check.
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C. Spotlight on Business - Highview Hills
Economic Development Commission member Tom Smith presented
the Spotlight on Business, Highview Hills. Housing Director David
Smith, representing owner Walker Methodist, stated that this is
Lakeville's only senior housing facility offering a continuum of care,
where residents can progress to more advanced levels as their
needs change. Highview Hills has been open for nearly one year
and employs a staff of 85.
d. Operations & Maintenance - monthly report
Chris Petree presented the July monthly report of the Operations &
Maintenance Department. Among the highlighted items were the
seal coating program and the repairs needed on well #2.
e. Proclamation for Night to Unite
Council Member Rieb read the Proclamation proclaiming August 3,
2010 as Night to Unite in the City of Lakeville. Chief Vonhof stated
that there are currently 65 neighborhood parties registered.
Citizens' Comments None
Consent Agenda
City Administrator Mielke highlighted item 6.f. The South Metro Storm Swim
Club's third annual triathlon at Antlers Park on August 15th may create
heavier than usual traffic in the area. Previous events have not caused
any inconvenience for the public.
10.46 Motion was made by Miller, seconded by Rieb, to approve the consent
agenda items as follows:
a. Claims for payment.
b. Minutes of the July 19, 2010 City Council meeting.
C. Final acceptance of public utilities in Fieldstone Creek 6th Addition.
d. Final acceptance of public streets in Chadwick Farm 4th Addition.
e. One year extension of the Appaloosa Farms preliminary plat.
f. Contract with South Metro Storm Swim Club for a triathlon to be
held at Antlers Park on August 15, 2010.
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g. Change Order No. 2 with K.A. Witt Construction, Inc. for Fieldstone
Park, Improvement Project 09 -08.
h. Performance agreements with New Folk Bookings, Sweetwood
Productions and the Minneapolis Guitar Quartet and instructor
agreement with Zach Ailabouni for the Lakeville Area Arts Center.
Resolution No. 10 -54 authorizing the sale of assets from various City
departments.
j. Release of Development Contract for Lot 1, Block 1, Lakeville
Commerce Center 2nd Addition.
k. Contract with Automatic Systems Company for the installation of a
variable frequency drive.
I. Authorize hiring a consultant to prepare a feasibility study for the
ABLE Fire Training Facility.
Roll call was taken on the motion. Ayes, unanimous.
Item 7 - Interim Use Permit for Pizza Ranch
Dave Roedel with MFRA gave a brief overview of the Pizza Ranch Interim
Use Permit (IUP) request. The IUP is required in order for the restaurant to
meet the parking requirements of the Zoning Ordinance. Mr. Zach
Stensland representing Welsh Companies was also present.
Planning Director Daryl Morey stated that the Pizza Ranch restaurant will
be located in the south half of the Hirshfield's building, in front of HOM
Furniture. HOM Furniture has excess parking spaces and is willing to allow
the Pizza Ranch to use the spaces that are closest to the restaurant to
meet Zoning Ordinance requirements. These spaces are the furthest
away from HOM Furniture's main entrance. The interim use parking permit
will remain in effect until this tenant space is no longer occupied as a
restaurant.
The Planning Commission held a public hearing on July 22, 2010 and there
were no comments from the public. The Planning Commission and staff
recommend City Council approval of the Pizza Ranch and HOM Furniture
Interim Use Permit for temporary off -site parking and adoption of the
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Findings of Fact dated August 2, 2010. Mr. Morey stated that the
applicant has submitted a revised building elevation drawing addressing
one of the stipulations recommended by staff and the Planning
Commission.
Council Member Miller asked if there was adequate handicapped
parking available for the Pizza Ranch. Mr. Morey stated that the
handicapped parking requirement will be reviewed by Building
Inspections staff at the time a building permit application is submitted.
10.47 Motion was made by Swecker, seconded by Bellows, to approve the
Interim Use Permit for Pizza Ranch restaurant, located at 16995 Kenyon
Avenue, to allow temporary off -site parking at HOM Furniture and adopt
the Findings of Fact dated August 2, 2010.
Roll call was taken on the motion. Ayes, unanimous.
New business - None
Announcements -
➢ Mayor Dahl announced the passing of Lakeville Pioneer Jerry
Erickson. Mr. Erickson was recognized at the July 6th Council
meeting for his contributions to Pan -O -frog and the Lakeville
community. He was also one of the original members of the EDC.
Mayor Dahl adjourned the meeting at 7:47 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Judi, awkins, Deputy Clerk
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