City Council
Regular MeetingBlaine, MN · August 2, 2021
Minutes
Blaine City Hall
City of Blaine 10801 Town Sq Dr NE
Blaine MN 55449
Anoka County, Minnesota
Minutes
City Council
The council chambers will have limited seating, with audience
chairs being set up at least six feet apart. There will be an
overflow area where the meeting can be watched in the
Cloverleaf Farms Room, also with chairs set up at least six feet
apart.
Monday, August 2, 2021 7:30 PM Council Chambers
1. CALL TO ORDER BY THE MAYOR
The meeting was called to order at 7:30PM by Mayor Sanders followed
by the Pledge of Allegiance and the Roll Call.
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. ROLL CALL
PRESENT: Mayor Tim Sanders, Councilmembers Julie Jeppson,
Chris Massoglia, Richard Paul, Jess Robertson and Jason Smith.
Adjunct Member Drew Brown.
ABSENT: Councilmember Wes Hovland.
Quorum Present.
ALSO PRESENT: City Manager Michelle Wolfe; Community
Development Director Erik Thorvig; City Planner Lori Johnson; Public
Works Director Jon Haukaas; Senior Parks and Recreation Manager
Jerome Krieger; Police Chief/Safety Services Manager Brian Podany;
Finance Director Joe Huss; City Engineer Dan Schluender; City Attorney
Chris Nelson; Communications Manager Ben Hayle; Community
Development Specialist Elizabeth Showalter; Public Service Worker
Kristian Gaasland; and City Clerk Catherine Sorensen.
Present: 6 - Councilmember Jeppson, Councilmember Robertson, Councilmember Paul,
Councilmember Massoglia, Councilmember Smith and Mayor Sanders
Absent: 1 - Councilmember Hovland
4. AWARDS - PRESENTATIONS - ORGANIZATIONAL BUSINESS
None.
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5. COMMUNICATIONS
Councilmember Jeppson invited all members of the community to
participate in Night to Unite activities on August 3, 2021.
6. OPEN FORUM
Mayor Sanders opened the Open Forum at 7:32PM.
There being no input, Mayor Sanders closed the Open Forum at 7:33PM.
7. ADOPTION OF AGENDA
The agenda was adopted as presented.
8. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA:
Moved by Councilmember Robertson, seconded by Councilmember Jeppson,
that the following be approved: Motion adopted unanimously.
Aye: 6 - Councilmember Jeppson, Councilmember Robertson, Councilmember Paul,
Councilmember Massoglia, Councilmember Smith and Mayor Sanders
8.-1 Schedule of Bills Paid
Attachments: July 16, 2021 Bills Paid
July 23, 2021 Bills Paid
July 23, 2021 Subset of Bills Paid
Approved
8.-2 Approval of Minutes
Attachments: 07-07-21 Workshop Minutes
07-07-21 Council Minutes
07-12-21 Closed Session - Pending Litigation Discussion
07-12-21 Workshop Minutes
07-19-21 Workshop Minutes
07-19-21 Council Minutes
Approved
8.-3 Second Reading
Probationary Period Ordinance
Attachments: Existing Ordinance
Draft Policy Language
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Adopted
8.-4 Approve a Temporary On-Sale Intoxicating Liquor License for St.
Tim’s Carnival to be held at the Church of St. Timothy, 707 - 89th
Avenue NE
Approved
8.-5 Change Order No. 2 to the Access Control Upgrade Project for
Security Communication Work at Utility Sites
Attachments: CO - Lift Station Connectivity Corrections PTDQ28868
CO - Well Station Connectivity Corrections PTDQ28869
Approved
9. 7:30 P.M. - PUBLIC HEARING AND ITEMS PUBLISHED FOR A CERTAIN TIME
9.-1 First Reading
Granting Centerpoint Energy Resources Corp., d/b/a Centerpoint
Energy Minnesota Gas (“Centerpoint Energy”), its Successors and
Assigns, a Nonexclusive Franchise to Construct, Operate, Repair and
Maintain Facilities and Equipment for the Transportation, Distribution,
Manufacture and Sale of Gas Energy for Public and Private Use and to
Use the Public Ways and Grounds of the City of Blaine, Anoka County,
Minnesota, For Such Purpose; and, Prescribing Certain Terms and
Conditions Thereof
City Clerk Sorensen stated cities have broad gas and electric franchise
rights under state law. In Minnesota, these franchises are negotiated and
take the form of a contract set forth in an ordinance. Cities have the right
to require franchises and to include certain terms, such as franchise fees.
The franchise ordinance/agreement between the city of Blaine and
CenterPoint Energy (formerly Minnegasco) expired on March 5, 2018.
The franchise agreement has been reviewed by the Public Works
Director, Finance Director, and City Engineer along with the City Attorney
and is being recommended to be approved and renewed.
Mayor Sanders opened the public hearing at 7:35PM.
There being no additional public input, Mayor Sanders closed the public
hearing at 7:36PM.
Declared by Mayor Sanders that Ordinance No. 21-2478, “Granting CenterPoint
Energy Resources Corp., dba CenterPoint Energy Minnesota Gas (“CenterPoint
Energy”), its Successors and Assigns, a Nonexclusive Franchise to Construct,
Operate, Repair and Maintain,” be introduced and placed on file for second
reading at the August 16, 2021 Council meeting.
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9.-2 Granting a Conditional Use Permit Amendment to the Conditional
Use Permit for the North Meadows Development in a DF
(Development Flex) Zoning District at Lexington Avenue and 109th
Avenue NE. North Meadows LLC (U.S. Home Corporation) (Case
File No. 21-0057/LSJ)
Attachments: Attachments
City Planner Johnson stated Lennar is asking for a conditional use permit
amendment to add additional building styles and elevations to the unit
mix in North Meadows. This request would affect the villa homes and twin
homes, changing some of the units into two story products. It was noted
there is no proposed change to the townhome portion of the
development.
Josh Metzer, Lennar, discussed with the Council reasons for the
proposed product change. He explained the original twin home design
would increasing pricing and therefore he was recommending a change.
He indicated the change would create more space between the units.
He commented further on the modifications that would be made to the
villa units. He reported the proposed changes were also being made to
meet current market demands.
Mayor Sanders opened the public hearing at 7:43PM.
John Wenholz, 11061 Flanders Court NE, expressed concerns with the
villa lots and the proposed elevations that will result in loss of privacy and
noise concerns. He reported the original proposal had units that were
level with his development. He commented on how the proposed
products would draw in younger families with children and requested
additional trees be required.
There being no additional public input, Mayor Sanders closed the public
hearing at 7:47PM.
Mr. Metzer reported the market for the villas would still be directed
towards retirees. He indicated the modified two-story may draw a
different market. He discussed the three plans further with the Council
and noted only eight look-out lots would allow for two story units, then
estimated only 30% to 50% of purchasers for these lots would opt for that
product. He stated he could explore with staff providing additional trees
on the west property line of the development.
Councilmember Robertson thanked Lennar for being a great partner to
the city of Blaine. She believed Lennar was providing high quality
products in the community. She explained this area of the city had
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changed over time. She appreciated how the developer worked with the
community to find compromises. She stated her only concern was that
the process that began last April was being changed.
Councilmember Jeppson agreed with Councilmember Robertson. She
understood the developer had gone through all the right channels and
had compromised to make this development work. She indicated the
council also had to take into consideration the market may have changed
and the city should not move forward with a project that will not work. She
explained she would be willing to support this change so long as the
developer capped the number of two stories to 30%.
Councilmember Smith supported Councilmember Jeppson’s
recommendation. He indicated another option would be to require the
developer to plant two trees in the rear yard of the two story units in order
to improve the visual buffer between the two neighborhoods.
Councilmember Paul thanked Mr. Wenholz for sharing his concerns with
the city council. It was his hope Mr. Wenholz could work with the
developer to address his concerns.
Mayor Sanders requested comment from the developer regarding the
recommendations made by the Council. He stated the City encouraged
growth and new developments, but not at the detriment of existing
neighborhoods. He understood the housing market has changed in the
last 18 months and he also did not want to approve a project that would
not work in the community.
Mr. Wenholz stated he could cap the number of two-story products to
30% of the lots on the west edge and supported including additional
trees.
Ms. Johnson reviewed the amended motion the council could make to
take action on this item this evening stating the council could move staff’s
recommendation as stated setting a cap on the number of two-story
walkouts to 30% and requiring the installation of additional overstory
trees along the west property line.
Councilmember Robertson questioned if it would make sense to put this
item on the next agenda versus amending staff’s recommendation.
Mr. Metzer explained he would prefer to have the council take action at
this meeting and would confirm the direction with his firm.
Councilmember Robertson asked for comment from Mr. Wenholz
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regarding council’s proposed amendment.
Mr. Wenholz stated he appreciated the 30% cap on the two-story units
and also appreciated the additional tree recommendation. He explained
he would like to better understand the elevations for the two-story units.
Mr. Metzer reported the west edge would have no modified splits. He
indicated there would be 30% of the homes along the west property line
that would have two-story homes. He provided further comment on the
proposed two-story product.
Moved by Councilmember Jeppson, seconded by Councilmember Smith, that
Resolution No. 21-153, “Granting a Conditional Use Permit Amendment to the
Conditional Use Permit for the North Meadows Development in a DF
(Development Flex) Zoning District at Lexington Avenue and 109th Avenue
NE,” be approved setting a cap on the number of two-story walkouts to 30%
and requiring the installation of an additional overstory tree along the west
property line.
Motion adopted unanimously.
Aye: 6 - Councilmember Jeppson, Councilmember Robertson, Councilmember Paul,
Councilmember Massoglia, Councilmember Smith and Mayor Sanders
9.-3 Granting a Conditional Use Permit for the Addition of a Patio Area
to an Existing Building and Outdoor Seating for 12 in a PBD
(Planned Business District) Zoning District at 4190 108th Avenue
NE. Lexside Shops LLC (Jersey Mike’s Subs) (Case File No.
21-0058/LSJ)
Attachments: Attachments
Ms. Johnson stated Jersey Mike’s is proposing to locate in the
multi-tenant retail building in Lexington Meadows and is requesting
permission to have outdoor seating for 12 on a newly constructed patio
adjacent to their tenant space.
Mayor Sanders opened the public hearing at 8:05PM.
There being no additional public input, Mayor Sanders closed the public
hearing at 8:06PM.
Moved by Councilmember Robertson, seconded by Councilmember Paul, that
Resolution No. 21-154, “Granting a Conditional Use Permit for the Addition of a
Patio Area to an Existing Building and Outdoor Seating for 12 in a PBD
(Planned Business District) Zoning District at 4190 108th Avenue NE,” be
approved.
Motion adopted unanimously.
Aye: 6 - Councilmember Jeppson, Councilmember Robertson, Councilmember Paul,
Councilmember Massoglia, Councilmember Smith and Mayor Sanders
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10. DEVELOPMENT BUSINESS
10.-1 Granting a Conditional Use Permit to Allow for a 4,913 Square Foot
Church in a DF (Development Flex) Zoning District at 12290
Edison Street NE. (Case File No. 21-0030/SLK)
Attachments: Attachments
Unapproved Minutes 071321
Ms. Johnson stated Chain of Lakes Church is requesting a conditional use
permit to construct an approximately 5,000 square foot church just south of
125th Avenue and the Edison Street alignment within The Lakes
Development. The church is currently worshipping at 10130 Davenport
Street NE (multi-tenant building). A typical Sunday currently has about 80
people in attendance. The current zoning and comprehensive land use
designation for the property is DF (Development Flex) and MDR (Medium
Density Residential). Churches are allowed in all Blaine residential zoning
districts as conditional uses. The conditional use permit would provide the
zoning approval needed to build a facility. Chain of Lakes Church proposes
to occupy an approximately 4,913 square foot building just south of 125th
Avenue. Chain of Lakes would expect to hold services on Sundays and has
provided seating for approximately 132 people.
Paul Moore, Pastor of the Chain of Lakes Church, discussed the
proposed church plans with the council and explained the hope to break
ground on this project prior to this winter.
Moved by Councilmember Robertson, seconded by Councilmember Massoglia,
that Resolution No. 21-155, “Granting a Conditional Use Permit to Allow for a
4,913 Square Foot Church in a DF (Development Flex) Zoning District at 12290
Edison Street NE,” be approved.
Motion adopted unanimously.
Aye: 6 - Councilmember Jeppson, Councilmember Robertson, Councilmember Paul,
Councilmember Massoglia, Councilmember Smith and Mayor Sanders
10.-2 First Reading
Granting a Rezoning From FR (Farm Residential) to DF
(Development Flex) for Approximately 8.41 Acres at 11967 and
11985 Radisson Road NE. Applewood Pointe of Blaine (Case File
No. 21-0049/SLK)
Attachments: Attachments
Unapproved Minutes 071321
Ms. Johnson stated United Properties is proposing to develop a 4-story
senior cooperative building adjacent to Radisson Road and the 121st
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Avenue alignment. In order to construct the senior cooperative building,
the applicant needs the approval of a comprehensive plan amendment,
rezoning, preliminary plat and conditional use permit. The zoning of all
8.41 acres is currently FR (Farm Residential). In order to facilitate the
development of the senior cooperative and to have flexibility in
requirements for landscaping, materials used on the building, and other
items, the DF (Development Flex) zoning district is proposed for this
development. The DF zoning has been used in the majority of residential
developments within the City of Blaine over the past several years as it
provides the City with the greatest flexibility and control over the aesthetic
and livability elements within the development. Staff explained the city
received a petition for this project and this should be reviewed by the
council prior to the August 16, 2021 city council meeting.
Declared by Mayor Sanders that Ordinance No. 21-2482, “Granting a Rezoning
from FR (Farm Residential) to DF (Development Flex) for Approximately 8.41
Acres at 11967 and 11985 Radisson Road NE,” be introduced and placed on file
for second reading at the August 16, 2021 Council meeting.
10.-3 Granting a Conditional Use Permit Amendment to Construct an
Interior Elevator with a 6-Foot Setback from the Side Property Line
in a DF (Development Flex) Zoning District at 2952 132nd Avenue
NE. (Case File No. 21-0050/EES)
Attachments: Attachments
Unapproved Minutes 071321
Ms. Johnson stated the applicant is requesting a conditional use permit
(CUP) amendment to allow for a 6-foot setback for living space rather
than the currently required 10-foot setback for an elevator addition in
Wagamon Ranch 2nd Addition. The applicant is retrofitting their home to
accommodate two children who use wheelchairs. They have proposed
adding the elevator to the east side of the home, which is a side yard.
Wagamon Ranch requires a 10-foot living space setback and a 5-foot
garage setback. Living space is interpreted as anything other than
garage, so the elevator would be considered living space. In Wagamon
Ranch and other developments, CUP amendments have been granted to
allow indoor sport courts to meet the garage setback since they are
different from typical living spaces and do not have windows that could
negatively impact neighboring properties. Staff recommends treating the
elevator in a similar manner and amending the CUP to allow for a 6-foot
setback so long as it is architecturally compatible with the existing home.
Moved by Councilmember Robertson, seconded by Councilmember Jeppson,
that Resolution No. 21-158, “Granting a Conditional Use Permit Amendment to
Construct an Interior Elevator with a 6-Foot Setback from the Side Property
Line in a DF (Development Flex) Zoning District at 2952 132nd Avenue NE,” be
approved.
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Motion adopted unanimously.
Aye: 6 - Councilmember Jeppson, Councilmember Robertson, Councilmember Paul,
Councilmember Massoglia, Councilmember Smith and Mayor Sanders
10.-4 First Reading
Granting a Rezoning of Various Properties from B-1
(Neighborhood Business) and FR (Farm Residence) to B-5
(Commercial) on the Southwest Corner of 125th Avenue and
Lexington Avenue. (Case File No. 21-0046/EJT)
Attachments: Attachments
Unapproved Minutes 071321
Community Development Director Thorvig stated as part of the City
Council visioning discussion that occurred in early 2021, four priority
development areas were identified by the City Council. Those areas
were the southwest corner of 125th Avenue and Lexington Avenue,
Northtown Area, 105th Avenue and Radisson Road, and the area west of
Highway 65 north of 99th Avenue. The proposed areas were identified
because they are either larger vacant parcels of land that are available
for development, or redevelopment efforts are required. The City Council
identified the need to be more proactive in the future development of
these areas to ensure it is consistent with the vision of the community.
Staff commented further on the conversations they have had with the
property owners and recommended the council hold the first reading of
this ordinance.
Declared by Mayor Sanders that Ordinance No. 21-2479, “Granting a Rezoning
of Various Properties from B-1 (Neighborhood Business) and FR (Farm
Residential) to B-5 (Commercial) on the Southwest Corner of 125th Avenue and
Lexington Avenue,” be introduced and placed on file for second reading at the
August 16, 2021 Council meeting.
Aye: 6 - Councilmember Jeppson, Councilmember Robertson, Councilmember Paul,
Councilmember Massoglia, Councilmember Smith and Mayor Sanders
10.-5 First Reading
Granting a Code Amendment to Create a New B-5 (Commercial)
Zoning District (Case File No. 21-0046/EJT)
Attachments: Attachments
Code Amendment
Unapproved Minutes 071321
Mr. Thorvig stated this item creates a new zoning district and related
standards consistent with the visioning discussion by the City Council.
Declared by Mayor Sanders that Ordinance No. 21-2480, “Granting a Code
Amendment to Create a New B-5 (Commercial) Zoning District,” be introduced
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and placed on file for second reading at the August 16, 2021 Council meeting.
10.-6 Second Reading
Granting a Code Amendment to the RR (Regional Recreation)
Zoning District to Add Maintenance Facilities and Outdoor Storage
as Conditional Uses. (Case File No. 21-0051/EES)
Attachments: Code Amendment
Unapproved Minutes 071321
Ms. Johnson stated the National Sports Center (NSC) has submitted
plans to construct a maintenance facility and outdoor storage area on the
south side of the Super Rink addition, adjacent to the Blaine Public
Works facility and surrounding industrial park. The NSC has long utilized
two older buildings on 105th Avenue as a maintenance facility. They are
blighted and do not meet the NSC’s needs. Recreational equipment and
landscaping materials have been stored near that building. The NSC
secured state bonding bill financing for the construction of a new
maintenance facility to replace the existing blighted building. The
relocation of the maintenance facility is a step towards achieving the
City’s redevelopment goals at 105th Avenue and Nassau Street. The
Regional Recreation (RR) district, which applies only to the NSC
campus, does not allow for either a maintenance facility or outdoor
storage. The City is proposing a code amendment to allow for the
requested maintenance facility and outdoor storage. Staff commented
further on the request and recommended approval.
Moved by Councilmember Robertson, seconded by Councilmember Smith, that
Ordinance No. 21-2476, “Granting a Code Amendment to the RR (Regional
Recreation) Zoning District to Add Maintenance Facilities and Outdoor Storage
as Conditional Uses,” be approved.
Motion adopted unanimously.
Aye: 6 - Councilmember Jeppson, Councilmember Robertson, Councilmember Paul,
Councilmember Massoglia, Councilmember Smith and Mayor Sanders
10.-7 Granting a Conditional Use Permit to Allow for the Construction of
a 25,954 Square Foot Maintenance Operations Center in an RR
(Regional Recreation) Zoning District at 1850 105th Avenue NE.
National Sports Center (RJ Marco Construction) (Case File No.
21-0054/EES)
Attachments: Attachments
Unapproved Minutes 071321
Ms. Johnson stated the National Sports Center (NSC) currently operates
a campus maintenance facility within two buildings on 105th Avenue, just
west of Invictus Brewing. The facility houses all maintenance operations
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for the golf course and NSC grounds. The buildings pre-date the NSC
(were constructed in the 1960s) and are in poor condition. The new
maintenance facility is proposed as a 25,955 square foot addition to the
back of the Super Rink with a 23,000 square foot outdoor storage area. It
was noted the planning commission recommended approval of this
request with conditions.
Moved by Councilmember Paul, seconded by Councilmember Robertson, that
Resolution No. 21-158, “Granting a Conditional Use Permit to Allow for the
Construction of a 25,954 Square Foot Maintenance Operations Center in an RR
(Regional Recreation) Zoning District at 1850 105th Avenue NE,” be approved.
Motion adopted unanimously.
Aye: 6 - Councilmember Jeppson, Councilmember Robertson, Councilmember Paul,
Councilmember Massoglia, Councilmember Smith and Mayor Sanders
11. ADMINISTRATION
11.-1 Engineering Consultant Pool
Attachments: 2021 Consulting Services list by service
City Engineer Schluender stated the engineering staff is proposing to
create an engineering pool of consultants that will provide the city with
professional services. On May 20, 2021, the Engineering Department
requested Statement of Qualifications from consultant engineering,
geotechnical, and surveying firms. The request was posted online and
an email was sent to all firms that have provided professional services to
the city in the past and any firm that has expressed interest. The
creation of an engineering pool will allow for project efficiencies both for
staff requesting services and the consultants for creating the response to
each request. Having an engineering pool eliminates the need for city
staff to formally post for a project request for proposal and would now be
able to request a less formal proposal from the firms listed in the pool
based on the project type for general municipal or a technical/specialty
service. Staff received Statement of Qualifications from 13 different
firms interested in all or a specific category of service. Staff reviewed the
lists of consultant firms proposed for consultant services and
technical/specialty services. It was noted the consultant pool would be
reviewed annually and recommended to council each year. Another
formal request for Statement of Qualifications would not be conducted for
five years, unless there is an issue that would remove a consultant from
the list.
Councilmember Jeppson asked if five years was standard and
suggested the list be reviewed every three years instead. Mr. Schluender
stated the council could follow this directive.
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Councilmember Massoglia commented he believed going from six
vendors to two would take away the competitive edge for the bid
process. He understood that this would make things more efficient for
staff, but questioned how many projects the city may be spending more
on by not pursuing the competitive bidding process.
Mayor Sanders supported staff and the council reviewing the statement
of qualification every three years.
Moved by Mayor Sanders, seconded by Councilmember Jeppson, that Motion
21-114, “Engineering Consultant Pool,” be approved with the statement of
qualification list reviewed every three years.
Motion adopted 5-1 (Councilmember Massoglia opposed).
Aye: 5 - Councilmember Jeppson, Councilmember Robertson, Councilmember Paul,
Councilmember Smith and Mayor Sanders
Nay: 1 - Councilmember Massoglia
11.-2 Accept Bid from Odessa II, LLC in the amount of $110,333.80 for
the Austin Park Court Replacements
Attachments: AUSTIN PARK IMPROVEMENT PROJECT
Bid Tab Summary
Just Rite Quote
Senior Parks and Recreation Manager Krieger stated bids were
received electronically on July 20, 2021 for the Austin Park project. A
total of 7 bids were received ranging from $110,333.80 to $166,273. The
Engineer’s estimate for construction and three lowest bidders were
reviewed with the council. Bids were checked and tabulated and it has
been determined that Odessa II, LLC of Sauk Rapids, Minnesota is the
lowest bidder. The Parks and Recreation Division has worked with
Odessa II, LLC on previous contracts. Staff recommends the low bid be
accepted and a contract entered into with Odessa II, LLC.
Mr. Krieger explained the project also included fencing, for which three
quotes were received for the fencing contract work. It included removal of
all existing fencing and poles, along with installing all new fabric, rails,
poles and a gate. The Engineer’s estimate for the fencing work and the
three quotes were reviewed with the Council. Staff recommends the low
quote be accepted and to enter into a contract with Just-Rite Fence
Company. That brings the project total to $133,323.80. The City Council
is also asked to approve a 10% contingency for the project to bring the
total project budget to $144,357.18. The funding source for this project is
the Park and Trail Capital Improvement Fund, for which funds have been
appropriated.
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Moved by Councilmember Jeppson, seconded by Councilmember Paul, that
Motion 21-115, “Accept Bid from Odessa II, LLC in the amount of $110,333.80 for
the Austin Park Court Replacements,” be approved.
Motion adopted unanimously.
Aye: 6 - Councilmember Jeppson, Councilmember Robertson, Councilmember Paul,
Councilmember Massoglia, Councilmember Smith and Mayor Sanders
Moved by Councilmember Robertson, seconded by Councilmember Paul, to
accept the bid for fencing from Just Right Fencing including a 10%
contingency.
Motion adopted unanimously.
Aye: 6 - Councilmember Jeppson, Councilmember Robertson, Councilmember Paul,
Councilmember Massoglia, Councilmember Smith and Mayor Sanders
Moved by Councilmember Robertson, seconded by Councilmember Jeppson,
to amend the accepted bid from Odessa II to include a 10% contingency.
Amended motion adopted unanimously.
Aye: 6 - Councilmember Jeppson, Councilmember Robertson, Councilmember Paul,
Councilmember Massoglia, Councilmember Smith and Mayor Sanders
11.-3 First Reading
Amending Appendix D - Fee Schedule Mary Ann Young Center
Room Rental Fees
Mr. Krieger stated when the new Mary Ann Young Center (MAYC)
opened, council approved a fee schedule for the rental of various rooms
in MAYC. Initially, neither full-time nor part-time staffing was provided to
monitor the building. With the need to provide a part-time building
supervisor on-site for rentals at the center, Parks and Recreation staff
revisited MAYC rental fees and incorporated the additional costs of this
position into their rate analysis. The fees were reviewed at the July 19
council workshop and consensus was to bring the fee amendments
forward as proposed. It is projected that room rentals would begin
September 1, 2021.
Declared by Mayor Sanders that Ordinance No. 21-2481, “Amending Appendix
D – Fee Schedule Mary Ann Young Center Room Rental Fees,” be introduced
and placed on file for second reading at the August 16, 2021 Council meeting.
12. OTHER BUSINESS
None.
13. ADJOURNMENT
Moved by Councilmember Robertson, seconded by Councilmember Jeppson,
to adjourn the meeting at 8:38PM.
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Motion adopted unanimously.
Aye: 6 - Councilmember Jeppson, Councilmember Robertson, Councilmember Paul,
Councilmember Massoglia, Councilmember Smith and Mayor Sanders
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Agenda
Blaine City Hall
City of Blaine 10801 Town Sq Dr NE
Blaine MN 55449
Anoka County, Minnesota
Meeting Agenda - Final
City Council
The council chambers will have limited seating, with audience
chairs being set up at least six feet apart. There will be an
overflow area where the meeting can be watched in the
Cloverleaf Farms Room, also with chairs set up at least six feet
apart.
Monday, August 2, 2021 7:30 PM Council Chambers
1. CALL TO ORDER BY THE MAYOR
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. ROLL CALL
4. AWARDS - PRESENTATIONS - ORGANIZATIONAL BUSINESS
5. COMMUNICATIONS
6. OPEN FORUM
Open Forum is an opportunity for the public to present an issue or concern to City
Council that is not on the current agenda. If your issue or concern is on the current
agenda, please wait for that agenda item to be invited to speak. There is a maximum of
fifteen minutes set aside for open forum. Each presentation should be limited to no more
than three minutes. If your item needs follow-up from the City, staff will arrange for that
follow-up and will contact you to let you know what is being done. Thank you for coming
this evening.
7. ADOPTION OF AGENDA
8. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA:
All items listed under the "Consent Agenda" are considered to be routine by the City
Council and will be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of
these items unless a Councilmember or citizen so requests, in which event the item will
be removed from the Consent Agenda and considered in its normal sequence on the
agenda.
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8.-1 MO 21-110 Schedule of Bills Paid
Sponsors: Huss
Attachments: July 16, 2021 Bills Paid
July 23, 2021 Bills Paid
July 23, 2021 Subset of Bills Paid
8.-2 MO 21-111 Approval of Minutes
Sponsors: Sorensen
Attachments: 07-07-21 Workshop Minutes
07-07-21 Council Minutes
07-12-21 Closed Session - Pending Litigation Discussion
07-12-21 Workshop Minutes
07-19-21 Workshop Minutes
07-19-21 Council Minutes
8.-3 ORD Second Reading
21-2477
Probationary Period Ordinance
Sponsors: Tabor
Attachments: Existing Ordinance
Draft Policy Language
8.-4 MO 21-112 Approve a Temporary On-Sale Intoxicating Liquor License for St. Tim’s
Carnival to be held at the Church of St. Timothy, 707 - 89th Avenue NE
8.-5 MO 21-113 Change Order No. 2 to the Access Control Upgrade Project for Security
Communication Work at Utility Sites
Sponsors: Haukaas
Attachments: CO - Lift Station Connectivity Corrections PTDQ28868
CO - Well Station Connectivity Corrections PTDQ28869
9. 7:30 P.M. - PUBLIC HEARING AND ITEMS PUBLISHED FOR A CERTAIN TIME
9.-1 ORD First Reading
21-2478
Granting Centerpoint Energy Resources Corp., d/b/a Centerpoint Energy
Minnesota Gas (“Centerpoint Energy”), its Successors and Assigns, a
Nonexclusive Franchise to Construct, Operate, Repair and Maintain
Facilities and Equipment for the Transportation, Distribution, Manufacture
and Sale of Gas Energy for Public and Private Use and to Use the Public
Ways and Grounds of the City of Blaine, Anoka County, Minnesota, For
Such Purpose; and, Prescribing Certain Terms and Conditions Thereof
Sponsors: Haukaas
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9.-2 RES Granting a Conditional Use Permit Amendment to the Conditional Use
21-153 Permit for the North Meadows Development in a DF (Development Flex)
Zoning District at Lexington Avenue and 109th Avenue NE. North
Meadows LLC (U.S. Home Corporation) (Case File No. 21-0057/LSJ)
Sponsors: Johnson
Attachments: Attachments
9.-3 RES Granting a Conditional Use Permit for the Addition of a Patio Area to an
21-154 Existing Building and Outdoor Seating for 12 in a PBD (Planned Business
District) Zoning District at 4190 108th Avenue NE. Lexside Shops LLC
(Jersey Mike’s Subs) (Case File No. 21-0058/LSJ)
Sponsors: Johnson
Attachments: Attachments
10. DEVELOPMENT BUSINESS
10.-1 RES Granting a Conditional Use Permit to Allow for a 4,913 Square Foot
21-155 Church in a DF (Development Flex) Zoning District at 12290 Edison Street
NE. (Case File No. 21-0030/SLK)
Sponsors: Johnson
Attachments: Attachments
Unapproved Minutes 071321
10.-2 ORD First Reading
21-2482
Granting a Rezoning From FR (Farm Residential) to DF (Development
Flex) for Approximately 8.41 Acres at 11967 and 11985 Radisson Road
NE. Applewood Pointe of Blaine (Case File No. 21-0049/SLK)
Sponsors: Johnson
Attachments: Attachments
Unapproved Minutes 071321
Additional Public Comments
10.-3 RES Granting a Conditional Use Permit Amendment to Construct an Interior
21-157 Elevator with a 6-Foot Setback from the Side Property Line in a DF
(Development Flex) Zoning District at 2952 132nd Avenue NE. (Case File
No. 21-0050/EES)
Sponsors: Johnson
Attachments: Attachments
Unapproved Minutes 071321
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10.-4 ORD First Reading
21-2479
Granting a Rezoning of Various Properties from B-1 (Neighborhood
Business) and FR (Farm Residence) to B-5 (Commercial) on the
Southwest Corner of 125th Avenue and Lexington Avenue. (Case File No.
21-0046/EJT)
Sponsors: Thorvig
Attachments: Attachments
Unapproved Minutes 071321
10.-5 ORD First Reading
21-2480
Granting a Code Amendment to Create a New B-5 (Commercial) Zoning
District (Case File No. 21-0046/EJT)
Sponsors: Thorvig
Attachments: Attachments
Code Amendment
Unapproved Minutes 071321
10.-6 ORD Second Reading
21-2476
Granting a Code Amendment to the RR (Regional Recreation) Zoning
District to Add Maintenance Facilities and Outdoor Storage as Conditional
Uses. (Case File No. 21-0051/EES)
Sponsors: Johnson
Attachments: Code Amendment
Unapproved Minutes 071321
10.-7 RES Granting a Conditional Use Permit to Allow for the Construction of a
21-158 25,954 Square Foot Maintenance Operations Center in an RR (Regional
Recreation) Zoning District at 1850 105th Avenue NE. National Sports
Center (RJ Marco Construction) (Case File No. 21-0054/EES)
Sponsors: Johnson
Attachments: Attachments
Unapproved Minutes 071321
11. ADMINISTRATION
11.-1 MO 21-114 Engineering Consultant Pool
Sponsors: Schluender
Attachments: 2021 Consulting Services list by service
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11.-2 MO 21-115 Accept Bid from Odessa II, LLC in the amount of $110,333.80 for the
Austin Park Court Replacements
Sponsors: Krieger
Attachments: AUSTIN PARK IMPROVEMENT PROJECT
Bid Tab Summary
Just Rite Quote
11.-3 ORD First Reading
21-2481
Amending Appendix D - Fee Schedule Mary Ann Young Center Room
Rental Fees
Sponsors: Krieger
12. OTHER BUSINESS
13. ADJOURNMENT
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