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Alexandria, Minnesota
March 26, 2012
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, a regular meeting of the City Council was held in the Council
Chambers with those present reciting the Pledge of Allegiance, followed by the Invocation by Pastor Sam
McKay, after which Mayor Dan Ness called the meeting to order at 7:00 P.M.
The following members were present: Batesole, Carlson, Miller, Benson, Frank
The following members were absent: None
Two news media representatives were present.
CONSENT AGENDA
A. Approve Minutes of March 12, 2012 Council Meeting
B. Approve License Applications and Authorize Issuance
Fireworks: TNT Fireworks (sell fireworks outside – 4611 Hwy 29 South – Wal-Mart parking
lot)
TNT Fireworks (sell fireworks outside – 209 Nokomis Street – vacant lot next to
Burger King)
Sign Hangar: Albrecht Sign Company Inc. (new)
Gator Sign Company Inc. (new)
Gambling: Minnesota Elk Breeders Association (sell raffles for 2013 Winter Conference at
the Holiday Inn)
Theatre L’Homme Dieu (sell raffles for event on 5/5/12 at Alexandria Golf Club)
A motion was made by Frank and seconded by Miller to approve the Consent Agenda as presented. The
motion carried by the following vote:
YES: Batesole, Carlson, Miller, Benson, Frank
NO: None
DENNIS SCHMIDT, CLIFTONLARSONALLEN – 2011 MUNICIPAL LIQUOR STORES
AUDIT
Dennis Schmidt, CliftonLarsonAllen, LLP, thanked Liquor Store Manager Carol Lanigan, Finance
Director Jane Blade, and other City staff for their help in getting the information for the audit. He then
thanked the Mayor and City Council for allowing his firm to do the audit. He mentioned the Council
Members had received a draft copy of the audit in their packet and a final copy of the financial statements
was distributed to them at this meeting. As stated in the Auditors’ report his firm issued an unqualified or
clean opinion of the financial statements. He then reviewed the summary sheet that included the
combined and individual income statements for the two liquor stores, a copy of which is attached to and
made a part of these minutes. The Total Sales was $4,609,760 in 2011, a decrease of $438,000 from
2010; the Cost of Sales was $3,613,420, a decrease of $420,000 from 2010; the Gross Margin on Sales in
2011 was $996,340, which is 21.6% compared to 20.1% for 2010 for an 1.5% increase; the Total
Operating Expenses in 2011 was $745,137, a decrease of $5,000 from 2010; the Net Operating Income in
2011 was $251,203, a decrease of $14,000 from 2010, which is the great reflection of cost control; the
Transfers to General Fund in 2011 was $200,000 which is a decrease of $200,000 from 2010. Mr.
Schmidt pointed out the two liquor stores have transferred a total of $2,850,000 since 2004.
Council Member Batesole noted the Liquor Commission met for an hour prior to the meeting to review
the audit, and all of his questions were answered at that time so he understands what Mr. Schmidt has
explained in the audit.
Following discussion, a motion was made by Carlson and seconded by Frank to accept and approve the
2011 Downtown and Plaza Liquor Stores Audit. Council Member Miller publicly thanked the Liquor
Store staff. Mayor Ness concurred and stated Manager Carol Lanigan has done a very good job with the
economy and competition, and he asked that she forward this recognition to her staff with the City’s
thanks. The motion carried by the following vote:
YES: Batesole, Carlson, Miller, Benson, Frank
NO: None
PUBLIC HEARING – ERIN BOLLAND, ALEXANDRIA HRA FINANCIAL COORDINATOR –
SMALL CITIES DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM APPLICATION
Mayor Ness noted it was 7:15 p.m. and declared open the public hearing for the Small Cities
Development Program Application.
Erin Bolland, Alexandria HRA Financial Coordinator, reviewed the Small Cities Development Program
(SCDP) Grant application and noted the purpose is to hold a public hearing on the application. Back in
October 2011 she came before the Council with the pre-application. She explained this grant is for
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energy related efficiency on homes. The City Council needs to received public comments, then approve
the cooperative agreement in conjunction with the cities of Starbuck and Osakis, also adopt a resolution.
The new cooperative agreement includes the cities of Alexandria, Starbuck, and Osakis participating in
the Rental Rehabilitation side with Alexandria still being the lead city and Glenwood will be submitting
their own application for owner occupied rehab. By splitting out the two activities it will hopefully give
the HRA a better application and increase their odds of being funded. The verbiage is what HUD wants
to see in their documents, it is not something the Council has the power to change; it is the same verbiage
that has been used on past SCDP grants. The cooperative agreement was approved in the cities of
Starbuck and Osakis during their regular meetings at the beginning of March.
Mayor Ness then called for public comments and hearing none he closed the public hearing at 7:19 p.m.
Following discussion, a motion was made by Frank and seconded by Miller to authorize execution of the
Cooperative Agreement with the cities of Starbuck and Osakis to submit a join Small Cities Development
Project application for the fiscal year 2012 funds. Council Member Batesole indicated it seemed like a
one sided agreement. Nothing in the agreement says what the HRA will do. It is all one party and the
HRA according to statute 469 that all authority needs to be approved by the City Council. He noted City
Administrator Jim Taddei has not received anything nor has he. He does not see where HRA is
cooperating with the City in that the City Council has not received these reports. Ms. Bolland pointed out
the City of Alex is the lead city and that is why the agreement states that. Batesole asked what the HRA
will do if the grant is approved. Ms. Bolland stated if the City gets funded, then the HRA and City will
enter into an agreement. The HRA cannot apply for funds; that is why the applicant is not the HRA.
Batesole asked where is the money coming from. Ms. Bolland noted nothing is requested of the City
fund-wise. Batesole asked if she could explain why the City has not received any of the reports. Mayor
Ness interrupted and stated the motion and discussion was for the grant agreement and resolution only.
The motion carried by the following vote:
YES: Carlson, Miller, Benson, Frank
NO: Batesole
A motion was made by Miller and seconded by Carlson to adopt Resolution No. 2012-18, RESOLUTION
FOR LOCAL GOVERNMENT APPLICATION. Batesole voting against it for reasons he mentioned
above. The motion carried by the following vote:
YES: Carlson, Miller, Benson, Frank
NO: Batesole
The full text of this Resolution appears in the Resolution file.
FRITZ BUKOWSKI, LAKES AREA RECREATION – REQUEST APPROVAL FOR FIVE
RUNNING RACES
Fritz Bukowski, Lakes Area Recreation (LAR) Director, stated the LAR is hosting a series of races called
the “Holy Moly Ole Five. This will be five fun events for the community. There will be one each month
starting in May going through September to coincide with the Homecoming Parade. Mr. Bukowski
mentioned as staff they have had numerous requests, and they wanted to have a fundraiser for youth
programs and scholarships to tie in the community and bring people into the community. This is based
off family fun. They hope to bring in 300 runners for each event maybe more, and he has no idea how
many walkers. They have teamed up with local radio stations to sponsor the events. He is asking for
permission to put on these races which will be hopefully bringing in lots of people to town on those
weekends. For the Homecoming they will have to shut down Broadway a half hour earlier for the runners
to start prior to the Parade. There will be healthy food for people to eat after the races. They have hired a
professional chip company to time the races as well. They are confident they will see at least 300 people
per race. It is a way of promoting health and family wellness as well as promoting scholarships for LAR.
They will have Police at the places they cross the roads and corners; and he also hopes to have the
Sheriff’s Posse help out as well. They are looking at using approximately 20 volunteers each race.
Kelly Wencl, LAR staff, mentioned it will be a professional run event. They want people to come away
with a good experience.
Council Member Batesole stated Mr. Bukowski has recently been appointed to the Alexandria Hotel and
Hospitality Board and feels he will be a good asset; they have high expectations for him to bring people to
the community. He congratulated Mr. Bukowski.
Mayor Ness noted there are a lot of great races around the country.
Following discussion, a motion was made by Carlson and seconded by Frank to approve the LAR’s
request to conduct five running races subject to approval by the Alexandria Police Department and
adequate insurance coverage. The motion carried by the following vote:
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YES: Batesole, Carlson, Miller, Benson, Frank
NO: None
SHAWN REILLY, ALEXANDRIA BEETLES – REQUEST TO CLOSE ELM STREET
BETWEEN FOURTH AND FIFTH AVENUES AND TO HOLD THREE EVENTS
Shawn Reilly, Alexandria Beetles General Manager/Owner, is requesting the City to allow the Beetles to
close Elm Street between Fourth and Fifth Avenues for each of the 2012 home games. They have 35
home games. The Beetles started this about five years ago for safety reasons. It becomes a walkway for
fans. He indicated they try to be aware of the residents that live along that section of Elm Street. Some
properties are rental homes so they would also inform those tenants along with the property owners of the
street closure.
Following discussion, a motion was made by Miller and seconded by Carlson to approve closing Elm
Street between Fourth Avenue and Fifth Avenue for each of Alexandria Beetles 2012 home games with
the condition the property owners and tenants between Fourth and Fifth Avenues are made aware of the
street closure. The motion carried by the following vote:
YES: Batesole, Carlson, Miller, Benson, Frank
NO: None
On another note, Mr. Reilly is also requesting permission to have a parade for the Beetles on Sunday,
June 3, 2012. This would be a welcome back parade which would include the Shriners and as a way to
kick off the Beetles season. The parade would start at Ninth Avenue and Broadway, travel north down
Broadway to Fifth Avenue, and then head west to the Knute Nelson Stadium on Elm Street and Fifth
Avenue. The parade will take no more than an hour.
A motion was made by Miller and seconded by Benson to approve the parade on June 3, 2012 subject to
MnDOT and Alexandria Police Department approval. The motion carried by the following vote:
YES: Batesole, Carlson, Miller, Benson, Frank
NO: None
The third item Mr. Reilly is asking permission for is to use Knute Nelson Ballpark on two separate nights
to host a Beetles Beer & Brat Fest on Saturday, May 19th, and to hold a Military All-Stars Baseball versus
Alexandria All-Starts on Saturday, June 30th. On May 19th there is also another game scheduled until
2:00 p.m. There would be a fee to attend this event, and a person must be 21 years or older. He is
working with partners offering brats and entertainment. The Beetles would pay the regular fee to rent the
facility for this event. He feels it would be an entertainment outing and perhaps be an annual event. They
would have 20 plus staff on hand and monitor it as they do the home games. The June 30th event came as
a request to the Beetles to do a patriotic fallen soldiers tribute to 911. The Beetles will be partnering with
some military people around the community, and working with the Resorters League to make it an old
timer’s event. They are trying to highlight the teams around the area.
A motion was made by Frank and seconded by Carlson to approve the events on Saturday, May 19th and
Saturday, June 30th subject to the Alexandria Park Board approval. Council Member Carlson asked Mr.
Reilly if he has talked to the Park Director. Mr. Reilly stated he has not but will do so. Council Member
Miller asked about law enforcement for the two events. Mr. Reilly stated he would check with them also.
Council Member Frank asked about the music. Mr. Reilly stated the events would be from 6-10 p.m.
Council Member Benson asked if the Beetles have the proper insurance for extra events. Mr. Reilly
stated they do. The motion carried by the following vote:
YES: Batesole, Carlson, Miller, Benson, Frank
NO: None
DAVID MOLESWORTH, CHAIN OF LAKES TRIATHLON – REQUEST APPROVAL FOR
TRIATHLON
David Molesworth, Local Coordinator Chain of Lakes Triathlon, is requesting approval for the Chain of
Lakes Triathlon event on the morning of May 5, 2012. This Tri-Tier event is in its 15th annual year.
Online registration has been up for some time. The event has sold out the last several years. Participants
will use Discovery Middle School. Mr. Molesworth mentioned he has been in contact with the Police,
Sheriff, and the City of Nelson. He is asking for approval to keep it going. There will be anywhere
between 250 and 270 participants.
Following discussion, a motion was made by Carlson and seconded by Frank to approve the Chain of
Lakes Triathlon subject to MnDOT and Alexandria Police Department approval. The motion carried by
the following vote:
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YES: Batesole, Carlson, Miller, Benson, Frank
NO: None
AL CROWSER, ALEXANDRIA LIGHT AND POWER GENERAL MANAGER – PROPOSED
WESTERN AREA POWER ADMINISTRATION RESERVE CONTRACT
Al Crowser, ALP General Manager, noted ALP recently received a proposed contract from the Western
Area Power Administration (WAPA). The contract affirms the hydro-electric resource commitment that
WAPA has with Alexandria. The Branch of Federal Department of Energy manages the electricity in the
Missouri river. We are entitled to that electricity, which is sold at cost plus interest. It pays its own way
– no federal dollars are used. ALP gets 30-35% of its energy from the hydro dam. This is used only by
public entities because it is public water. They are requesting to enter into a contract that preserves the
right of public entities. The current contract runs until 2020 but this reserve contract is a way to preserve
that chunk of power well into the future.
Following discussion, a motion was made by Miller and seconded by Frank to authorize the City
Administrator to execute the Western Area Power Administration Reserve Contract. The motion carried
by the following vote:
YES: Batesole, Carlson, Miller, Benson, Frank
NO: None
PARK DIRECTOR BILL THOENNES – APPROVE BIDS FOR ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES
FOR DEAN MELTON/FILLMORE PARK RESTROOM
Park Director Bill Thoennes noted at the February 27th City Council meeting the City Council authorized
calling for bids for architectural services to replace the restrooms at the Dean Melton/Fillmore Park. The
bid advertisement was published in the Echo Press along with contacting three architectural firms in
Alexandria. The bid opening was held at 11:00 a.m. on March 22, 2012 at City Hall. Two bids were
received:
Firm Bid Amount
JLG Architects $ 6,000
Ringdahl Architects $18,000
He recommends accepting the low bid from JLC Architects in the amount of $6,000 for the architectural
services.
Following discussion, a motion was made by Miller and seconded by Frank to accept the low bid, JLG
Architects, in the amount of $6,000 for architectural services for the Dean Melton/Fillmore Park
restrooms. Council Member Benson asked if they had an architect for the original bathroom, and
wondered why the City needs an architect to build a bathroom. Mr. Taddei noted they need an architect
to prepare the plans and specs to make sure the City complies with the state laws. Council Member
Batesole stated he is going to vote against it; the fact the City Council has already approved four or five
items not in the budget, and now the parking lots, he feels this should be put off for some number of
months to see where the City is heading and if they can afford it. For that same reason he is voting
against it. Council Member Frank asked where the funding coming from is. Mr. Thoennes stated from
the Capital Improvement Fund. Batesole stated it is not in the CIP originally. Council Member Carlson
stated it is, and has been. Mr. Thoennes stated it has been in the CIP for three years.
The above motion carried by the following vote:
YES: Carlson, Miller, Benson, Frank
NO: Batesole
WARD REDISTRICTING
City Administrator Jim Taddei noted the City Council must set the ward redistricting and explained the
three options. The goal is for each ward to have similar population within 3%. With the re-districting, in
Ward 1 and 5, that means there may have to be precincts. City Planner Mike Weber explained the
difference in the three options and where the precincts would be located in each ward. The current
system has precincts so having more than one ward with precincts is not something new. Mr. Taddei
noted due to the annexation, the population has increased and shifted some. The challenge is to notify
those residents as to the ward changes. They will have to forward onto the county and then to the state.
He pointed out the City Council cannot have a first reading of an ordinance until they decide on an option.
Mayor Ness stated the re-districting affects the County. Douglas County Commissioner Paul Anderson
state with Option B both could survive, but Option C would put two of the Commissioners in the same
district. Commission Member Olson stated Option B is the cleanest. Council Member Batesole prefers
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Option B; it is more of a concentrated area. Council Member Carlson prefers Option B only if it will help
out the County Commissioners. Council Member Frank prefers Option B due to the conflict with the
County Commissioners. Council Member Benson prefers Option C but with the conflict with the County
Commissioners he would go with Option B. Council Member Miller is comfortable with Options A or B.
Following discussion, a motion was made by Frank and seconded by Carlson to approve Option B. The
motion carried by the following vote:
YES: Batesole, Carlson, Miller, Benson, Frank
NO: None
City Administrator Jim Taddei noted a description of the new ward boundaries will be forwarded to the
county. He thanked Mr. Schultz and Mr. Weber for the work they did on the ward boundary options.
Mayor Ness then welcomed the County officials in attendance.
RECOGNITION
Council Member Batesole recognized Spencer Jacobson, son of City Attorney Tom Jacobson, as being
accepted by all four military academies and indicated Mr. Jacobson has chose to attend the Air Force
Academy. The Mayor and City Council congratulated Mr. Jacobson on his achievement and wished him
the best of luck.
CITY PLANNER MIKE WEBER – PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS
1. Public Hearing – Living Word Lutheran Church – Conditional Use Permit
This application seeks to authorize a conditional use permit and allow the construction of a 20,000
square foot building housing a fellowship hall, narthex, offices, nursery, etc. for a church in an R-1
“Single Family Residential” zone. The project will be built in phases. The property is located at 1722
16th Ave East, on the east side of CSAH 46 (McKay Avenue), south of proposed 16 th Avenue, and is
legally described as: “Rosewood Meadows, AC 8.00, Lot 1, Block 4, Section 29, Township 128,
Range 37, Douglas County, Minnesota”, Ward III
RECOMMEND APPROVAL of the Conditional Use Permit (C-12-002) submitted by Living Word
Lutheran Church based upon the Findings of Fact:
1. The request is consistent with the City’s Comprehensive Plan = Residential.
2. The request meets land area and setback requirements. Area, shoreland and flood plan is
non-applicable.
3. The request will not depreciate the surrounding area.
4. The request is consistent with the character of the surrounding area and is vacant on all
sides.
5. Utilities will be included in the construction of 16th Avenue.
6. 16th Avenue is proposed to be constructed in 2012.
7. The request will not place any undue financial burden on the City.
AND, the following conditions:
1. One parking stall per four seats.
2. Connection to utilities as per ALP/ALASD.
3. Any exterior lighting to be hooded and directed away from public streets.
4. Final drainage plan to be submitted and approved with building permit application.
5. Landscaping plan to be submitted at time of building permit.
6. Revised site plan submitted showing garage/shed relocation.
Following discussion, a motion was made by Miller and seconded by Frank to accept the
recommendation of the Planning Commission and approve Conditional Use C-12-002 based upon the
Findings of Fact and Conditions outlined above. The motion carried by the following vote:
YES: Batesole, Carlson, Miller, Benson, Frank
NO: None
2. Public Hearing – Gardonville Co-op Telephone Association – Conditional Use Permit
This application seeks a conditional use permit to allow construction of a 150’ wireless
communications tower and appurtenant structures in a B-1, “General Business” zone. The property is
located southeast of 30th Avenue (south and west of Willow Creek) and is legally described as: “30th
Avenue Addition, Outlot A, AC 14.43, Section 30, Township 128, Range 37, Douglas County,
Minnesota.”
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RECOMMEND APPROVAL of the Conditional Use Permit (C-12-003) submitted by Gardonville
Co-op Telephone Association based upon the Findings of Fact:
1. The request is consistent with the City’s Comprehensive Plan = Commercial.
2. The request meets land area and setback requirements. Area, shoreland and flood plan is
non-applicable.
3. The request will not depreciate the surrounding area.
4. The request is consistent with the character of the surrounding area with a mix of existing
and proposed commercial.
5. Existing utilities are adequate to accommodate the request.
6. Existing or proposed streets are adequate to handle the request with Jefferson Street existing.
7. The request will not place any undue financial burden on the City.
AND, the following conditions:
1. Any exterior lighting to be hooded and directed away from public streets.
2. Drainage and grading plans submitted, reviewed, and approved.
3. Access location paperwork submitted, reviewed, and approved.
4. Landscaping required as per City Code Section 10.31.
Following discussion, a motion was made by Frank and seconded by Carlson to accept the
recommendation of the Planning Commission and approve Conditional Use C-12-003 based upon the
Findings of Fact and Conditions outlined above. There was concern about the wetlands. The above
motion carried by the following vote:
YES: Batesole, Carlson, Miller, Benson, Frank
NO: None
CITY ENGINEER TIM SCHOONHOVEN:
A. Fillmore Street Project – Authorization to Call for Bids – City Engineer Tim Schoonhoven is
requesting authorization to call for bids for the Fillmore Street project between Ninth and Seventh
Avenues. He got word last week that he got through the last of the hoops with the state and
federal so he got the green light to proceed. City Administrator Jim Taddei noted funding is both
state and federal funding.
Following discussion, a motion was made by Carlson and seconded by Frank to authorize calling
for bids for the Fillmore Street project. The motion carried by the following vote:
YES: Batesole, Carlson, Miller, Benson, Frank
NO: None
B. Downtown Parking Lots – Resolution Receiving Report and Calling for a Hearing – Mr.
Schoonhoven noted City staff held an informational public hearing with the property owners in
the downtown area. The timeline is looking to move ahead with this project and construction
would start September 6th. So that backs us up to today. Mr. Taddei noted City staff has had
several informational meetings and asked Mr. Schoonhoven to review their individual projects
with the property owners prior to the public hearing.
Following discussion, a motion was made by Frank and seconded by Carlson to adopt Resolution
No. 2012-19, RESOLUTION RECEIVING REPORT AND CALLING FOR A HEARING ON
IMPROVEMENTS FOR THE DOWNTOWN MUNCIPAL PARKING LOTS. Council Member
Batesole noted this project is not in the present budget and another reason why he felt the
Fillmore Restrooms are a concern. The downtown parking lot project was not budgeted until
2014 and now it is in 2012. However, the general public wanted it this year and so now the City
has to move some money around. Mr. Schoonhoven mentioned he asked the business owners
what date they would like to proceed with the project because it cannot be done the same time as
the Broadway Reconstruction Project and they indicated they would like it done before the
Broadway Reconstruction. Mr. Taddei reminded the Council that the money for this project is in
the Revolving Improvement Fund, with a sufficient balance to cover the costs. The motion
carried by the following vote:
YES: Batesole, Carlson, Miller, Benson, Frank
NO: None
CITY ATTORNEY’S ITEMS OF BUSINESS
City Attorney Tom Jacobson mentioned after discussions with the Legislative Committee last month, it
was recommended to make changes to the City Code dealing with nuisances. He then reviewed the
changes to that section. Currently the way a property owner can respond to the notice is when they
receive the notice. The problem is the ordinance has a loop hole as to if the City cannot get a hold of the
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property owner. The proposed changes to the ordinance would close that loop hole and it adds a
definition for a responsible party who can be effectively served. The more substance – it can be sent to
the owner or the responsible party. Now it can actually be posted in a conspicuous place on the property.
The proposed changes make it easier for the City to notify the property owner when there is a problem.
Following discussion, a motion was made by Frank and seconded by Miller to adopt for its first reading
an ordinance amending City Code Section 9.55 dealing with nuisances. Council Member Batesole stated
he had two attorneys help him with this item, and the attorneys felt paragraph 2 should be changed; they
mentioned “the city” is very vague and this could be anybody in the city. It gives no clarification and
Batesole mentioned the attorneys went further to say they recommend that upon notification to the City
that it should be forwarded to the City Council for disposition. He feels paragraph 2 should be looked at
further. He would like it put off approving the proposed changes until it is looked into more and Mr.
Jacobson can think about it to see how it should be worded. Mayor Ness noted this is only a first reading
of the proposed changes.
City Attorney Tom Jacobson stated he respectfully disagreed with Mr. Batesole and felt the proposed
changes were clear and that the term “the city” was a definition for multi-purposes throughout the City
Code.
Council Miller stated he gets upset with second guessing our staff and legal counsel by going to other
sources to get an opinion. He felt the City has qualified staff and legal council to handle those issues. He
gets upset with the fact that individual questions City staff recommendations. Council Members Benson,
Carlson and Frank concurred with Council Member Miller. Council Member Frank stated that to second
guess our City professionals is something he does not agree with also. The motion carried by the
following vote:
YES: Batesole, Carlson, Miller, Benson, Frank
NO: None
On another note, City Attorney Jacobson mentioned the Duininck Brothers lawsuit and gave a brief
update. The case is being defended by Monte Mills from the League of Minnesota Cities; and one
defendant is Widseth Smith Nolting and the hearing had been moved from Brainerd to Alexandria. The
judge in the case did transfer the case so it will be handled here in Douglas County. Another item was the
cable tv franchise – City staff got the Charter perspective and ran it before the Cable TV Commission and
he is confident they will get that wrapped up soon.
CITY ADMINISTRATOR’S ITEMS OF BUSINESS
A. MnDOT Agreement For Broadway Mill and Overlay Project – City Administrator Jim Taddei
noted this year MnDOT will be milling and overlaying Broadway from I-94 to 8th Avenue. As
part of that project they will also be milling and overlaying our parking stalls along the street. To
do that, MnDOT requires a construction agreement be entered into between the State and the
City. The City’s share of the project is $13,815.36 which includes construction and engineering
which will be paid from the City’s 2012 Street Paving Fund. Following discussion, a motion was
made by Frank and seconded by Carlson to authorize the Mayor and City Administrator to
execute the agreement and to adopt Resolution No. 2012-20, RESOLUTION ENTERING INTO
MNDOT AGREEMENT NO. 00823. The motion carried by the following vote:
YES: Batesole, Carlson, Miller, Benson, Frank
NO: None
The full text of this Resolution appears in the Resolution file.
B. Thomas Drive Project – Mr. Taddei noted it has become necessary to reschedule the Thomas
Drive Improvement Project public hearing originally scheduled on April 9 th to April 23rd.
Council action is needed to adopt a resolution revising the public hearing date. Following
discussion, a motion was made by Carlson and seconded by Miller to adopt Resolution No. 2012-
21, A RESOLUTION REVISING RESOLUTION NO. 2012-17 FOR HEARING ON
PROPOSED ASSESSMENT FOR THOMAS DRIVE IMPROVEMENTS. The motion carried
by the following vote:
YES: Batesole, Carlson, Miller, Benson, Frank
NO: None
The full text of this Resolution appears in the Resolution file.
C. Informational Items – Mr. Taddei has been contacted by Habitat for Humanity that they will be
selling raffle tickets for a drawing on three quilts. The proceeds will be used to fund a complete
Habitat home. He noted this is an informational item for publicity. The second informational
item is that he has been contacted by Shelly Baumann from “Let’s Go Fishing” who will be
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conducting a walk-a-thon on the City’s bike path from City Park to Big Ole Central Park on June
2, 2012.
OLD AND OTHER BUSINESS
Council Member Miller reviewed the Joint Legislative Action Day in the cities. They met with the
senators and got some good information that way. Both the Senate and the House are discussing the
Alexandria Regional Center. It also gave them an opportunity to meet with their commissioners.
On another item, Council Member Miller mentioned Foslien Park has a holding pond that is in the shape
of a horseshoe and suggests it be officially named Horseshoe pond. This item was referred to the Park
Board.
Mayor Ness asked if Council Member Batesole is still active on the Rental Board Association. The
nuisance ordinance could be affecting the rental properties and he suggested Mr. Batesole take the
proposed changes to the nuisance ordinance to the Association and let them know. Mayor Ness noted if it
ever comes to the point of getting a Community Service Officer to do the enforcement of the ordinances
and should not have to be passed on by the public to issue complaints. Council Member Frank stated the
person complaining does not want to be identified because they do not want to offend their neighbor.
City Attorney Jacobson noted if the property owner disagrees with the administrative decision all they
have to do is appeal it and then the City Council will make the final decision.
PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD
There were no public comments.
There being no further business a motion was made by Miller, seconded by Frank, and carried
unanimously to adjourn the meeting at 8:43 p.m.
____________________________
H. Dan Ness, Mayor
ATTEST: _______________________________
James P. Taddei, City Administrator
