City Council

REGULAR MEETING OAKDALE CITY COUNCIL June 23, 2020 CALL TO ORDER A regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Oakdale was held on Tuesday, June 23, 2020, at Oakdale City Hall, 1584 Hadley Avenue, Oakdale, Minnesota. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Paul Reinke at 7 PM. CALL OF ROLL On a call of roll, the following were present: Mayor Paul Reinke Council Members: Jake Ingebrigtson Susan Olson Colleen Swedberg Kevin Zabel Absent: None Also Present: Craig Dawson, Interim City Administrator Jim Thomson, City Attorney Brian Bachmeier, Public Works Director/City Engineer Susan Barry, City Clerk Mary Cutrufello, Planning Assistant Linnea Graffunder-Bartels, Senior Community Development Specialist Jeff Koesling, Parks Superintendent Alyssa MacLeod, Communications Specialist Chelsea Petersen, Administrative Services Director Emily Shively, City Planner Bill Sullivan, Chief of Police Julie Williams, Recreation Superintendent PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE PUBLIC HEARING: OAKDALE MARKETPLACE PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT, OVERALL SITE PLAN AMENDMENT, SITE PLAN REVIEW, PRELIMINARY AND FINAL PLATS Planning Assistant Mary Cutrufello provided an overview of the request to build an AutoZone on a 2.25 acre site at Oakdale Marketplace, 7530 33rd Street. She explained that the parcel was originally planned to be a restaurant. She reviewed the approvals that were needed relating to the proposal. Mayor Reinke opened the public hearing for comments. No comments were heard. Mayor Reinke closed the public hearing. A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCIL MEMBER ZABEL, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER SWEDBERG, TO WAIVE READING AND ADOPT RESOLUTION 2020-60, APPROVING THE OAKDALE MARKETPLACE PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT/OVERALL SITE PLAN AMENDMENT. 5 AYES. REGULAR MEETING June 23, 2020 Page Two A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCIL MEMBER ZABEL, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER OLSON, TO WAIVE READING AND ADOPT RESOLUTION 2020-61, APPROVING THE SITE PLAN FOR AN AUTOZONE AT 7560 33RD STREET. 5 AYES. A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCIL MEMBER ZABEL, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER INGEBRIGTSON, TO WAIVE READING AND ADOPT RESOLUTION 2020-62, APPROVING THE PRELIMINARY AND FINAL PLATS FOR OAKDALE MARKETPLACE FIFTH ADDITION. 5 AYES. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Workshop, April 28, 2020 Workshop, May 12, 2020 Regular Meeting, May 12, 2020 A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCIL MEMBER ZABEL, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER SWEDBERG, TO APPROVE THE WORKSHOP MINUTES OF APRIL 28, 2020, AS PRESENTED. 5 AYES. A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCIL MEMBER ZABEL, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER OLSON, TO APPROVE THE WORKSHOP MINUTES OF MAY 12, 2020, AS PRESENTED. 5 AYES. A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCIL MEMBER SWEDBERG, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER OLSON, TO APPROVE THE REGULAR MEETING MINUTES OF MAY 12, 2020, AS PRESENTED. 5 AYES. OPEN FORUM Mayor Reinke opened the meeting up to the audience. Washington County Commission Chair Stan Karwoski announced that the Minnesota Department of Transportation was asking the public to provide comments about Highway 120. He also noted that the current interchange upgrades at 94/494/694 were planned as a temporary measure and that a flyover design was being considered in the future. Commissioner Karwoski thanked the Oakdale Police Department and Washington County Sheriff’s Department for their efforts during the unrest in the community. In response to a question from Council Member Zabel about the 4th Street Bridge, Commissioner Karwoski explained that a contingency was put into place should bonding not be achieved. He added that the Kellogg Avenue bridge in Saint Paul is a larger issue. REGULAR MEETING June 23, 2020 Page Three A resident thanked the Oakdale Police Department, particularly Sergeant Newton, for keeping the community safe. He also thanked the City Council. No other comments were heard. CONSENSUS MOTIONS A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCIL MEMBER ZABEL, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER SWEDBERG, TO APPROVE THE FOLLOWING CONSENSUS MOTIONS: a) WAIVE READING AND ADOPT RESOLUTION 2020-63, AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF OAKDALE JOINING THE MNWARN ASSOCIATION STATEWIDE WATER/WASTEWATER AGENCY RESPONSE NETWORK. b) WAIVE READING AND ADOPT RESOLUTION 2020-64, APPROVING THE SITE PLAN FOR A BUILDING ADDITION AT 5115 HADLEY AVENUE (PARK TOOL). c) APPROVE THE ISSUANCE OF PERMITTED SALES OF FIREWORKS LICENSE RENEWAL TO TARGET CORPORATION, dba TARGET 2135, 7900 – 32ND STREET. 5 AYES. ADVISORY BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS a) Economic Development Commission The City Council thanked departing member Christine Harriman for her service on the Economic Development Commission since 2018. b) Planning Commission: Minutes of May 7, 2020 The City Council acknowledged receipt of the Planning Commission minutes of May 7, 2020. c) Tree Board: Minutes of September 3, 2019 The City Council acknowledged receipt of the Tree Board minutes of September 3, 2019. PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR/CITY ENGINEER a) TH 36 and Hadley Landscaping (City Project 2017-02) Public Works Director/City Engineer Bachmeier requested approval for the city to enter into a cooperative construction agreement with the State of Minnesota and Washington County relating to landscaping improvements at the Highway 36 and Hadley Avenue Interchange project. REGULAR MEETING June 23, 2020 Page Four A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCIL MEMBER ZABEL, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER INGEBRIGTSON, TO WAIVE READING AND ADOPT RESOLUTION 2020-65, APPROVING THE PLANS AND AUTHORIZING THE APPROPRIATE CITY OFFICIALS TO ENTER INTO THE COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF OAKDALE AND THE STATE OF MINNESOTA FOR CONSTRUCTION COSTS RELATING TO LANDSCAPING ON COUNTY STATE AID HIGHWAY (CSAH) 13/HADLEY AVENUE AT TRUNK HIGHWAY 36. 5 AYES. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT a) Eagle Point School – Site Plan City Planner Shively reviewed a request from ISD 622 relating to the construction of a new elementary school at 7850 – 15th Street; the new school would be built on the same site as the existing school and the existing school would eventually be demolished following completion of the new school. In response to a question from Council Member Swedberg, City Planner Shively explained the school district’s plan to institute a cohesive look at each school for electronic signage and associated landscaping. She further explained that the electronic signage request would come to the City Council for consideration. The project architect reviewed the construction schedule. Council Member Ingebrigtson expressed concern that a traffic study had not been done for the project and commented on potential traffic issues on 15th Street relating to buses. A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCIL MEMBER ZABEL, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER SWEDBERG, TO WAIVE READING AND ADOPT RESOLUTION 2020-66, APPROVING THE SITE PLAN FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AT 7850 – 15TH STREET). 5 AYES. COUNCIL PRESENTATIONS a) Dawson Recognition Mayor Reinke presented a Certificate of Appreciation to Interim City Administrator Dawson for his service to the city from December 2019 to June 2020. b) Mobile Food Vendor Licenses Interim City Administrator Dawson reviewed the request from the City Council to waive fees for all Mobile Food Vendor licenses through September 30, 2020. REGULAR MEETING June 23, 2020 Page Five Council Member Swedberg suggested that staff organize a community food truck event. A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCIL MEMBER ZABEL, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER OLSON, TO TEMPORARILY RELAX ARTICLE XV OF CHAPTER 9 OF THE CITY CODE, SPECIFICALLY WAIVING PAYMENT OF LICENSE FEES FOR THE CURRENT LICENSE YEAR; EXTENDING THE DURATION OF ANNUAL LICENSE PERIOD FROM AUGUST 31, 2020, TO SEPTEMBER 30, 2020; ALLOWING A BUSINESS TO OPERATE IN A CITY PARK OR PARKING LOT (AS WAS ALLOWED BY THE COUNCIL IN 2018 AT TANNERS PARK); AND ALLOWING A FOOD SERVICE BUSINESS TO OPERATE LESS THAN 2,000 FEET FROM ANOTHER FOOD SERVICE BUSINESS. 5 AYES. AWARD OF BID a) City Project 2020-02 (Walton Park Hockey Rink Reconstruction) Public Works Director/City Engineer Bachmeier reviewed a request to award the bid for City Project 2020-02 (Walton Park Hockey Rink Reconstruction) to All Phase Contracting in the amount of $200,812.15. Council Member Ingebrigtson recommended tabling the matter to allow further review of the 2020 Budget. Interim City Administrator Dawson noted that delaying the project could result in increased costs when the project moves forth. He further noted that the Park Capital Improvement Fund can be used only for park projects. Council Member Zabel note that Park Capital Improvement Funds are a finite resource and he would not support the bid award as he opposed spending $200,000 for a seasonal amenity used by so few, based on data compiled by the Recreation Department. Mayor Reinke supported the project and bid award. He noted that $250,000 was budgeted for the project and that 10 bids were received. Mayor Reinke further noted that Walton rink usage data was skewed due to the poor design and condition of the rink. He added that the Parks and Recreation Commission supports the project and the City Council approved the project, thus, the project should move forward. Council Member Zabel indicated that due to circumstances that have occurred since the project was approved, the City Council needs to make tough decisions on spending. Council Member Olson agreed that a commitment had been made to do the project; however, she had strong concerns with spending and asked about holding off for a year or two due to the current economic climate. Council Member Zabel suggested removing the rink and seeking grant funds to develop a handicapped accessible playground at that location. REGULAR MEETING June 23, 2020 Page Six Council Member Ingebrigtson supported not proceeding with the project at this time for economic reasons. He added that residents would be in agreement. Council Member Olson supported the rink improvements but reiterated her concerns with the cost. Council Member Zabel requested a Roll Call vote. A MOTION WAS MADE BY MAYOR REINKE, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER SWEDBERG, TO AWARD THE BID FOR CITY PROJECT NO. 2020-02 (WALTON PARK HOCKEY RINK RECONSTRUCTION) TO ALL PHASE CONTRACTING INC. IN THE AMOUNT OF $220,812.15. INGEBRIGTSON: NAY SWEDBERG: AYE ZABEL: NAY OLSON: AYE REINKE: AYE VOTE: 3 TO 2. MOTION PASSED. CLAIMS A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCIL MEMBER ZABEL, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER INGEBRIGTSON, TO APPROVE THE CLAIMS FOR THE PERIOD OF JUNE 6 TO JUNE 19 IN THE AMOUNT OF $817,639.77. 5 AYES. ADJOURNMENT A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCIL MEMBER ZABEL, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER INGEBRIGTSON, TO ADJOURN THE REGULAR MEETING, DATED JUNE 23, 2020, AT 8:10 PM. 5 AYES. Respectfully submitted, Susan Barry, City Clerk