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HomeMy WebLinkAbout06-06-11CITY OF LAKEVILLE COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES JUNE 6, 2011 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 Laurie Rieb Council Member Kerrin Swecker Council Member Matt Little Council Member Colleen LaBeau Also Present: Roger Knutson, City Attorney Steve Mielke, City Administrator Tom Vonhof, Police Chief David Olson, Community & Economic Development Director Dennis Feller, Finance Director Steve Michaud, Parks & Recreation Director Chris Petree, Operations & Maintenance Director Daryl Morey, Planning Director Charlene Friedges, City Clerk Citizens' Comments Chris Johnson, 16082 Flagstaff Avenue, addressed the City Council regarding the dangerous traffic conditions on Flagstaff Avenue between 160th Street and Dodd Boulevard. Mr. Mielke stated the City has conducted traffic analysis in this area in previous years. He stated staff will meet with Mr. Johnson to share that information as well as traffic calming options that have been identified. He pointed out that there are costs associated with traffic calming, and the City Council will need to review this matter at an upcoming work session. Ron Gerk, 10466 West 175th Street, expressed his concern with property valuations in Lakeville and encouraged the City Council and staff to challenge the Dakota County Assessor's Office with respect to property values. Presentations /Introductions Fire Chief Mike Meyer presented a Chief's Award of Merit to Denise Peltier and Michael Peltier, who called 911 and alerted nearby residents that CITY OF LAKEVILLE COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES JUNE 6, 2011 Page 2 their house was on fire. Their efforts spared the family of any injury and got emergency services to the scene quickly to extinguish the fire and limit the amount of damage to the home. City Engineer Keith Nelson presented an engineering project update. Council Member Swecker asked if the Dodd Boulevard reconstruction project identified in the Capital Improvement Plan could be moved up to an earlier date to avoid having to mill and overlay that same roadway this year. Mr. Nelson stated he would contact Dakota County and report back to the Council. Chris Petree presented the May monthly report of the Operations & Maintenance Department. Consent Agenda 11.36 Motion was made by Rieb, seconded by LaBeau to approve the consent agenda items as follows: a. Claims for payment. b. Minutes of the May 16, 2011 City Council meeting and the May 23, 2011 Council work session. C. Resolution No. 11-52 for the cooperative purchase of election equipment. d. Ordinance No. 879 amending Title 1, Chapter 4 of the Lakeville City Code concerning enforcement. e. Resolution No. 1 1 -53 approving plans and specifications and setting a bid date for Safe Routes to School, Improvement Project 08 -09. f. Agreement with Dakota County for revocation of a portion of CSAH 70 (215th Street) right -of -way. g. Resolution No. 1 1 -54 approving a performance measures program. h. Resolution No. 1 1 -55 authorizing the sale of forfeited vehicles. CITY OF LAKEVILLE COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES JUNE 6, 2011 Page 3 i. Site Improvement Performance Agreement with Minnesota Tile - Lakeville, LLC. j. Grant a 100 -day extension for recording the Kingsley Shores final plat. k. Grant a 100 -day extension for recording the Hosanna Fourth Additional final plat. I. Resolution No. 1 1 -56 accepting a grant to the Fire Department from Factory Mutual Insurance Company. M. Resolution No. 1 1 -57 extending advisory committee terms of office. n. Resolution No. 1 1 -58 awarding contract for the 2011 street improvements, Improvement Project 11 -02. o. Cost -Share Agreement with Vermillion River Watershed Joint Powers Organization and contract with Prairie Restorations, Inc. to stabilize 9.3 acres of City -owned property along South Creek and tributaries. p. Resolution No. 1 1 -59 accepting donations from various sources for the annual roadside watershed cleanup day. q. Resolution No. 1 1 -60 approving salaries for seasonal employees and instructors. r. Booster Pump Installation and Cost Share Agreement with Christopher and Tammy Omdal, 18065 Ixonia Avenue. S. Resolution No. 1 1 -61 accepting donation from Apple Inc. to the Police Department. Roll call was taken on the motion. Ayes, unanimous. Item 7 - Lakeville Commerce Center Third Addition William Matzek of Kimley -Horn and Associates, representing Walmart Real Estate Business Trust, requested Council approval of the Lakeville Commerce Center Third Addition preliminary plat. A Walmart store is proposed to be constructed on 15.94 acres on the east side of Keokuk CITY OF LAKEVILLE COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES JUNE 6, 2011 Page 4 Avenue, south of 205th Street, north of 210th Street and west of Interstate 35. Community & Economic Development Director Dave Olson presented the planning report. He explained that the site is zoned C -3, General Commercial District, and the proposed Walmart store is a permitted use. The Planning Commission held a public hearing on May 19th and unanimously recommended approval of Lakeville Commerce Center Third Addition. He pointed out that the zoning ordinance limits the overall height of the parking lot light poles to 35 feet; and LED style lighting will be utilized throughout the parking lot. Mr. Olson explained that a traffic impact analysis was completed by the developer and was reviewed by the City's traffic engineer. While this development in itself does not necessitate the need for intersection improvements at 205th Street and Kenrick Avenue, improvements will likely be required in the future as the surrounding areas develop. Walmart representatives have agreed to post a $75,000 cash escrow toward a future round -a -bout at 205th Street and Kenrick Avenue. Mr. Olson stated Walmart representatives are requesting approval of only the preliminary plat at this time to allow them an opportunity to finalize the development contract and revise the final site, grading and stormwater management plans. Staff recommends approval of preliminary plat subject to 10 stipulations as recommended by the Planning Commission. Council Member Swecker asked if there are any plans for roadway improvements along Kenrick Avenue between 205th Street and 185th Street, given the current traffic volume and the potential for increased traffic. Mr. Mielke stated that while there are no roadway improvements proposed for this area, there are plans to install a pedestrian trail to improve pedestrian safety. Council Member Little asked if Walmart will be using local laborers for the construction project. Mr. Matzek explained that the general contractor will likely be from the upper Midwest, and subcontractors are likely to be from the local surrounding area. Mayor Bellows asked about a concern related to the length of the drive isles in the parking lot. Mr. Olson stated staff would discuss this with the CITY OF LAKEVILLE COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES JUNE 6, 2011 Page 5 developer's design engineers; however, it doesn't appear feasible to change the parking lot design, as it would result in the elimination of several parking stalls. 11.37 Motion was made by Swecker, seconded by Rieb to approve the preliminary plat of Lakeville Commerce Center 3rd Addition, subject to 10 stipulations as recommended by the Planning Commission. Roll call was taken on the motion. Ayes, unanimous. Item 8 - Liquor Store Economic Impact Study Liquor Manager Brenda Visnovec presented a Professional Services Agreement with Shenehon Company for an economic impact study on the City's municipal liquor operation. She explained that the proposed agreement represents Phase 1 of the study, which will address the economic impacts of municipal and private off -sale stores. It will provide an overview of the City's current municipal liquor operation and compare it to scenarios that assume Lakeville would relinquish its operations and commence licensure of off -sale liquor stores. The cost of Phase 1 is $25,000. Ms. Visnovec explained that after completion of Phase 1, the City Council will need to determine whether or not to proceed with Phase 2 of the study. Phase 2 would cost an additional $11,750 or $23,000, depending upon whether the City Council chooses to remain in the business or vacate the business. Council Member Swecker stated that she supports proceeding with Phase 1 of the study, although she is hesitant to spend $25,000 to study the economic impact of the City's liquor operation, given the fact that this operation is very profitable. Council Member Little stated he does not support the proposed study. He stated he feels the City's liquor operation is very profitable and, if the City were to relinquish its operation, a 5% tax increase or cut in services would be necessary to replace the revenue. Council Member LaBeau stated she supports the study but feels that a majority of the work could be handled in- house. She further stated she CITY OF LAKEVILLE COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES JUNE 6, 2011 Page 6 does not support spending 3.5 million for the acquisition of land to construct a fourth liquor store without knowing the outcome of this study. Council Member Rieb stated she feels the study needs to be done so that the Council can come to a consensus and make decisions for the future. She also felt that the study should be done by an objective, third party. Mayor Bellows stated he feels the study is necessary, as no business would pursue a $3.5 million land purchase without first performing a feasibility study. Mayor Bellows entertained comments from the audience. Mr. Gerk spoke in favor of the study. 11.38 Motion was made by Rieb, seconded by Swecker to approve a Professional Services Agreement with Shenehon Company for Phase 1 of a Liquor Store Economic Impact Study. Roll call was taken on the motion. Ayes, Swecker, LaBeau, Rieb, Bellows. Nay, Little. Unfinished Business None New Business Council Member Little asked what impacts a State government shutdown would have on the City of Lakeville. Mr. Mielke stated, in the short term, there would be no immediate impact to the City. Any additional information received from City staff will be forwarded to the Council. Council Member Swecker asked about the status of the Council Rules of Procedure. Announcements ➢ Mr. Mielke provided an update on the developer's forum. Approximately 35 survey responses have been received to date. A third party will facilitate the forum and provide a written report to the Council. ➢ Next regular City Council meeting, June 20, 2011 CITY OF LAKEVILLE COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES JUNE 6, 2011 Page 7 11.39 Motion was made by Swecker, seconded by Rieb to close the meeting to an executive session for the purpose of discussing labor negotiations with Teamsters Local No. 320. Mayor Bellows adjourned the Council meeting at 9:30 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Charlene Friedges, Cily Clerk Mark Bellows, Mayor