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12/12/1978 - City Council SpecialAGENDA EAGAN CITY COUNCIL -.SPECIAL MEETING .EAGAN,,.MINNESOTA CITY HAIL DECEMBER 12, 1978 7:00 P.M. i. 7:00 - Roll Call and Pledge of Allegiance. II. OLD BUSINESS A. Dakota County Library Facility. III. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. Imp. Project No. 257 - storm sewer to Heine Lake to Blackhawk Lake and Oak Chase Pond outlet. B. Imp: Project No., 254 - utilities and streets .to Safari Estates. C. Imp. Project No. 255 - utilities and streets to Thomas Lake Addition. D. imp. Project No. 259 - utilities and streets to Vienna Woods. E. Imp. Project 261 - utilities and streets to Ches Mar East 1st, 2nd and 3rd Additions. IV. OTHER BUSINESS V. VISITORS TO BE HEARD* VI. ADJOURNMENT *For those persons who are not on the agenda 41 • MEMO..TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS . FROM: CITY ADMINISTRATOR HEDGES DATE: DECEMBER 8, 1978 SUBJECT: AGENDA INFORMATION The following memorandum is offered as background information for the special City Council meeting to'be held on Tuesday, December 12, 1978. Old Business A. Dakota County Library facility -- Mayor Murphy has been contacted by Dakota County regarding the possibility of locat- ing the County library headquarters in the City of Eagan. The Dakota County Board of Commissioners and the Dakota County Library Board would like to meet with the City Council and/ or City staff to discuss the possibility of utilizing a portion of the 40 acre parcel of property owned by the City of Eagan for the County library headquarters. Mayor Murphy has pre- pared a memorandum to the City Council and a Resolution for review and consideration. Copies of the resolution and the 'memorandum are enclosed on pages C� through y The City Administrator has enclosed a copy of the letter and City Council minutes relating to previous action by the City Council regarding the possibility of locating a library facility within the City of Eagan. A copy of the letter and City Council minutes are enclosed on page S through for your reference. Public Hearings A. Imp. Project 257, Storm sewer to Heine Lake to Blackhawk Lake and Oak Chase Pond outlet -- A public hearing is scheduled to consider the proposed improvement project 257 which includes the construction of storm sewer trunk from Thomas Lake to Blackhawk Lake. A legal notice was advertised in the Dakota County Tribune for two weeks and all residents affected by th e proposed improvement were sent legal notice. Director of Public Works Colbert and Consulting Engineer Rosene conducted a neighborhood informational meeting at the City Hall on Thursday, December 7, 1978 to discuss the overall project as described with those property owners in attendance. Approximately 45 people were present and for additional information regarding the informational hearing please refer to a memorandum pre- pared by Director of Public Works Colbert enclosed on pages —L— .through. W I• • MEMO TO: MEMBERS OF THE'EAGAN CITY COUNCIL FROM: MAYOR LEO MURPHY DATE: DECEMBER 8, 1978 SUBJECT: PROPOSED LIBRARY I am enclosing a resolution for your consideration at the December 12, 1978 Council meeting. The County wanted something in writing. The Administrator was going to research previous Council action in reference to a library facility. The results of my poll of Council Members on the County library were all affirmative for pursuing the matter further. i believe that the County Library Board intends to make this the County Library Headquarters. The advantages I see of a library headquarters over a branch library are: 1. All new books and periodicals will come to the headquarters first and be available to Eagan residents. Branch libraries do not stock all the books and periodicals; they have to be ordered from the headquarters necessitating a second trip to pick them up. 2. The Burnsville Library has excellent pre-school and lower grades material.and learning facilities as well as reading rooms for 'periodicals and a tape library. These are geared to branch library.size and they would probably be larger and more complete in the main library headquarters. 3. Eagan residents go'to the Burnsville library often stopping and shopping at the neighborhood shopping center. That money should be spent in Eagan and will be if Eagan has a library. 4. County Library headquarters will attract people from sur- rounding communitiesand these people will spend money in Eagan, thus, helping our businessmen. 5. The County proposes some modest county services in the library'building such as a place to pay taxes, a place to purchase hunting and driver's licenses etc. and probably a computer outlet terminal, similar to our police dispatch center, where real estate information can be obtained. Library Memo Page Two December 8, 1978 6.- The Burnsville Library does have community meeting rooms. The County Library headquarter building would also and probably would be larger. The City might be able to induce the Library. ._-Board to,have a large meeting room or auditorium and this .would be ideal for overflow City Council meetings. A large meeting .:room woiil'd-not be possible with a branch library. 7. Parking facilities could be shared by the library and the Eagan facilities. Philosophically speaking, I feel that as a member of a council promoting the health, safety and well-being of the residents, that part ofthat well-being consists of providing facilities for the uplifting and improving of the intellect or mind. We approve beer and liquor licenses.,.discoteques etc..that satisfy the physical needs; we now have the opportunity to,promote a facility that will help upgrade the quality of life in Eagan. It has been said that man is only one generation away from reverting back to primitive life. It is the responsibility of each of the adult generation to promote the intellectual development and aesthetic appreciation of each new generation. i.look forward with enthusiasm to promoting the library. I believe exchanging a few acres of ground fora library is a. good bargain.. 0 RESOLUTION CITY OF EAGAN 0 WHEREAS, the Dakota County Library'Board plans to build a- new' library; and, WHEREAS, Eagan is their first choice for the location; and, WHEREAS, the Library Board does not have funds for a land purchase; and WHEREAS, the Library Board has gone before the Dakota County Board of Commissioners requesting that the County staff search for sites that would be made available to them at no cost including the possibility of locating -it in the County Holland Jensen Park property; and, WHEREAS, the City.of Eagan has added an additional 20 acres to their City office park; and, WHEREAS, all members of the Eagan City Council are interested in pursuing with the County the possibility of donating some of -this acreage for a County Library facility; THEREFORE, in a motion by seconded the City Council of Eagan requeststhe County Board of Commissioners and/or the Library Board to designate County personnel and/or the Library Board CX -staff to meet with the 'Eagan City Council and/or staff to pursue the possibility of,locating the library 1 in Eagan's office park. Dated: �, CITY COUNCIL t CITY OF EAGAN ATTEST: CITY CLERK BY: MAYOR LEO MUR-. Y.rOe rHOMAS.EGAN MARK PARRANTO JAMES A. SWTM L4EODORE WAC.TER .uIC.L -1.91.1 March 14, 1978 9 CITY OF EAGAN 3786 PILOT KNOB ROAD EAGAN, MINNESOTA 87122 PHONE 4548100 Commissioner James Kennedy Dakota County Government Center 1560 west Highway 55 Hastings, MN 5.5033 Re: Dakota County Library Facility Dear Commissioner Kennedy: 0 THOMAS HEDGES CITY AOYIYI9 TR.tOw At a special meeting of the Eagan City Council held on Monday, March 13, 1978, I was directed to write a letter expressing our enthusiasm toward the possibility of locating - a library facility within the City of Eagan. ALYCE BOLKE CITr CLERK The City of Eagan owns twenty (20) acres of land in the center of the community (at the intersection of County Road 31 and Westcott Road). This property was purchased by the City to accomodate various governmental facilities that will be needed as the community continues to grow. The City Council is receptive to locating a county library facility on City property. However, before a decision can be made by the City Council to consider giving land, many questions such as size of the library facility and amount of land required for such a facility would have to be examined. Also, the City must decide whether twenty (20) acres is adequate for additional facilities such as a library and if the land is not adequate it is possible that additional land could be acquired adjacent to the City owned property. Your assistance and attention appreciated. If you.have any please feel free to contact me Sincerely, Thomas L. Hedges City Administrator skk to this matter is greatly questions regarding this matter at any time. N7 THE LONE OAK TREE ... THE SYMBOL OF STRENGTH AND GROWTH IN OUR COMMUNITY. 7 0 DAKOTA COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES TELEPHONE 435.8111 II0I WEST COUNTY ROAD 42. OURNSV ILLE, MINNESOTA 55337 April 21, 1978 Mr. Thomas L. Hedges City Administrator City of Eagan 3795 Pilot Knob Road Eagan, MN 55122 Dear Mr. Hedges: I enjoyed meeting you and discussing our mutual concern for improved library services in the City of Eagan. At the April 20, 1978 meeting of the Dakota County Library Board, the proposal put forth by Eagan as outlined in your letter of March 14, 1978 and as further explored in our meeting of April 19, was discussed. The gist of the discussion'was reservation on the part of the Library Board to deviate from the plan to use the site at the County park in south Eagan as a possible site for a new library building. There was some concern registered as to whether or not there would be sufficient space on the Eagan twenty acre site for a 50,000 square feet building with expansion to another 50,000 should the need ever arise. The Library Board was delighted with the interest and support of Eagan for a permanent library facility in your community and we will be happy to work with you toward our common goal for better library service for Eagan and all of Dakota County. Cordially, Roderick Mac Donald Director RMD/jl cc: C. Mertensotto, President, Dakota County Library Board A05 "I RC'.; 24-1973 1 MINUTES OF A SPECIAL MEETING OF THE EAGAN CITY COUNCIL EAGAN, MINNESOTA March 13, 1978 .A special meeting of.the Eagan City Council was held on March 13, 1978 at 5:00 p.m. at City Hall to review the bids on the $1,800,000 General Obligation Refunding Improvement Bonds which had been opened at 12:00 p.m. Those present were: Mayor Murphy, Council Members Egan, Parranto, Smith and Wachter. Also present were City Administrator Hedges, City Clerk Bolke and Phyllis Slattery, Bill Gablisch and Rod Pakonon from Miller and Schroeder. A tabulation of the four bids which were received is attached hereto and made a part of the official record. To satisfy the escrow it was necessary to sell an additional $20,000 of bonds thereby making the total refunding issue $1,800,000. Upon motion by Council'Member Smith, seconded by Council Member Wachter, all members voting aye, it was RESOLVED that the sale of, $1,800,000 General Obligation Refunding Improvement Bonds be awarded to Banc Northwest for a total interest cost of $387,299.38 and a net interest rate of 4.66068. Upon motion by Council Member Wachter, seconded by Council Member Parranto, all members voting aye, it was RESOLVED that the Resolution -establishing the terms of the'bond sale be approved. ...The City Administrator stated that Dakota County Commissioner Kennedy has notified the City of Eagan that the Dakota County Library Board i -a considering a new library facility in the Eagan area. After a brief discussion.the City Administrator was directed to write a letter to Commissioner Kennedy expressing enthusiasm toward the location of a library facility in the City of Eagan. The twenty (20) 0 3-13-78 acres`of property in Section 22 that was purchased for future expansion is to be considered. :-Upon motion of Wachter, seconded by Parranto, the meeting, adjourned at 6:00 p.m. Dated: March 13, 1978 f City Clerk MINUTES OF A SPECIAL MEETIt?C OF THE EAGAN CIT`! COUNCIL EAGAH, MINNESOTA April 27, 1978 A special meeting of the Eagan City Council was held on.April 27, 1978 at x7-00,=p:m.-,at:.the-Eagan City Hall.All Council Members were present. Also present was City Administrator Hedges. LEAGUE CONVENTION. City Administrator fledges reported that the League,of Minnesota Cities convention is to be held on June 7,8, and 9 at the Downtown Minneapolis Radisson Rotel. It was generally agreed that one reservation be made for a City Council Member to attend the convention in addition to members of the City staff who are planning to attend various parts of the convention. ORP. PROPERTY. The City Administrator recommended that the farm house which Is presently occupied by Hollis Orr and 'owned by the City of Eagan be toured by the Public Works -Committee to determine a rent for the house which will be evacuated on June 30, 1978. The City Administrator stated that Mr. Orr is asking that the City of Eagan purchase a.security light for $60. After a discussion by the City Council it was determined that the security light is part of the .real estate and therefore is owned by the City of Eagan. City Council Members Parranto and Wachter agreed to investigate the farm house and other buildings on Monday, flay 1, 1978 so that a rate of rent and improvements that are necessary to the property can be determined. PUBLIC FACILITY'CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS. The City Administrator reported that the Volunteer=Fire Department is working on plans for Fire Station 03 which is planned for the Wilderness Rua area. The City Administrator also reported that it was learned in &.recent meeting with the Dakota County Library Board that a 50,000 square foot library facility could be constructed on City property if adequate land is available. 'After discussion by City Council Members, it was generally agreed that the City should pursue the feasibility.of purchasing 4-27-78 additional property adjacent to the 20 acres owned by the City southeast of the intersection at Wescott Road and Pilot Knob Road. It was generally agreed by members of the City Council tbat 20 acres would more than likely not be an adequate amount of land to provide facilities for government services for the City of Eagan and possibly Dakota County in future years. There was also a discussion as to when the second story addition to the Police Department facility should be built tq accomodate administrative offices and City Council chambers. Without detailed study available,, it was generally discussed that the facility would be needed in three to five years. DAKOTA COUNTY CENTRAL DISPATCH CENTER. Chief of Police DesLauriere,reported that a committee has.been investigating the feasibility of establishing a county wide central dispatch center in Dakota County for the past several years. He stated that a.federal grant was received by the Dakota County Law Enforcement Association approximately a year and a half ago to study the cost and feasibility of a central dispatch system for Dakota County. Chief of Police DesLauriers reported that Ralph White and Associates were hired and the report was completed in September, 1977. He stated that the City of Eagan.could encounter additional costs of approximately $20,000 per year for the City's share of a central dispatch center. He further indicated that the capability of the County computer is not' known and it appears there could be duplication at the local level. Chief of Police DesLauriers also stated that the City of Eagan would continue its 24 hour operation to properly handle local service calls and also that the level of dispatching that is now provided could not be provided through a central dispatch system. Chief of Police DesLauriere.stated .that the County Board is asking that governing bodies in Dakota County comment on the central dispatch system project by Junel, 1978. After a discussion on the.matter it was generally agreed that the City'Administrator would be directed to send a letter to the Dakota.County Board of i PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR COLBERT'S MEMO WAS NOT READY AT THE TIME THAT THE PACKET WAS READY FOR DISTRIBUTION. IT WILL BE MADE AVAILABLE TO THE COUNCIL MEMBERS AT THE MEETING ON TUESDAY EVENING AT THE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING. eaye 1'WO • December 8, 1978 • For 'additional information regarding the public hearing and proposed improvements, please refer to the consulting engineer's report, a copy is enclosed on pages through_. B. Imp. Project 254 - Utilities and streets in Safari Estates -- A public hearing is scheduled to consider sanitary sewer, water storm sewer and street improvements to Safari Estates referred to as,project 254. Legal notice was published in the Dakota County Tribune for two consecutive weeks and also property owners affected by the proposed improvements were sent legal notice of the hearing. For additional information on the cost of the project, please refer to the preliminary report as prepared by the consulting City Engineer, a copy is enclosed on pages q__through -)� for your reference. C. Imp. Project 255 - Utilities and streets, Thomas Lake Addition -- A public hearing is scheduled to consider the proposed sewer, water, storm sewer and street improvements for the Thomas Lake Addition. Legal notice was published in the Dakota County Tribune for two consecutive weeks and all residents affected by the improvements were sent notice of the hearing. For additional information on the proposed improvements please refer to the consulting City Engineer's report, a copy is enclosed on pages ,� y _through for your reference. D. Imp. Project 259 - Utilities and streets to Vienna Woods -- A public hearing is scheduled to consider sewer, water, storm sewer and street improvements for Vienna Woods. A legal notice was published in the Dakota County Tribune for.two consecutive weeks and all property owners affected by the proposed improvements were sent legal notice of the public hearing. For additional information regarding the proposed improvements please refer to the Consulting City Engineer's report, a copy is enclosed on pages 17 through .�(? for your reference. E. Imp. Project 261 - Utilities and streets to Ches Mar East 1st, 2nd and 3rd Additions -- A public hearing is scheduled to consider sewer, water storm sewer and street improvements to Ches Mar East 1st, 2nd and 3rd Additions. A legal notice was published in the Dakota County Tribune for two consecutive weeks and all property owners affected by the proposed improve- ment were sent notice of the public hearing. For additional information on the matter please refer to the preliminary report as.prepared by the Consulting City Engineer, a copy is enclosed on pages ,�/ through or,your reference. /3 B i , R �U , YKe. . eg le �/ W. //d"A 4444mV 36 One G. Bonemoo, P.E. Lawrence P. Feldtlen, P.£: .2335 _7___ _� Robert W. Roane, P.E. Glenn R. Cook. P.E. 94 pada. M&mmdd4 55113 Joseph C. Anded1k, P.E. Keith A. Gordon. P.E. Bradford A. Lemberg, P.E. Thoma P. Noyes, P.E. Plwm& 636-4600 - Robert D. Frlgaerd, P.E. Richard W. Poster, P.E. Richard E. Turner, P.E. Robert G. Schwlchl, P.P. James C. Olson, P.E. Marvin L. Sorvda, P.S. Donald C. Burgardt, P.S. Kenneth R. Metster, P.S. Charles A. Erlekson Preliminary Report on Leo M.Pateelsky Radon M. Olson Storm Sewer Trunk to Blackhawk Lake Improvement Project 257 Eagan, Minnesota November 21, 1978 SCOPE: This project includes the construction of storm sewer trunks in Section,21, 27 and 28 in Eagan, Minnesota. FEASIBILITY AND RECOMMENDATIONS: The project is feasible and is in accordance with the Master Plan for Storm Sewer for the City of Eagan. It can best be carried out as outlined herein and not as a part of any other project. DISCUSSION: The Master Plan for Storm Water Drainage shows the outlet to Thomas Lake to flow through a series of ponds to Blackhawk Lake. This outlet was expected to be constructed during the development of the land through which the outlet is located. High water on Thomas Lake has caused flooding problems at existing homes on'East Thomas Lake. Thomas Lake this year reached an all time high as far as recorded levels are concerned. Flooding on Carlson Lake also occurred and the construction of a lift station to control the level in this lake is under con- struction. Pumping from Carlson Lake into Thomas Lake with the new lift station cannot be carried out without a proper outlet to Thomas Lake as it would cause flooding on Thomas Lake. As part of the Thomas Lake Road project, the trunk storm sewer is being constructed from a point just west of the west end of Thomas Lake to the pond west of Heine First Addition at County Road 30. Overflow from Thomas Lake cannot Page 1. 0 0 be accommodated in this trunk unless an -outlet to the Heine Addition pond is provided or flooding will occur in Heine First Addition. The proposed trunk storm sewer from Co. Rd. 30 to Blackhawk Lake follows the route of the present sanitary sewer easement wherever possible. Where deviation from the existing easement is required, the trunk storm sewer will follow expected development patterns. Some ponding easements will be required from property owners of ponds shown to be required on the trunk Storm Sewer Master Plan. In the future, a lift station outlet will be required at the west end of Blackhawk Lake. The amount of water currently to be discharged from Thomas Lake to Blackhawk Lake is not expected to raise Blackhawk Lake over a foot. The long range planning anticipates raising the water level several feet at Black - hawk Lake to improve it as a Lake. The lift station will be required in the future when its need is demonstrated by reaching the projected high water level of Blackhawk Lake. Also included herein is the lift station outlet and force main required to control the level of the two interconnected ponds in Oak Chase 1st Addition. The force main has been installed from the south side of Wilderness Run Road to the ponding area to the north and this pond has been provided with an over- flow to Carlson Lake. Flooding has occurred on the Oak Chase Ponds but it has not been possible to relieve this high water condition due to the flooding condition on Carlson Lake. With the outlets to.Thomas Lake and Carlson Lake completed, this lift station outlet will be feasible. It is anticipated that all costs of this project will be paid from the Storm Sewer Trunk Fund with assessments levied against benefited property within Page 2. /S_ the drainage area. Because of the large size of the drainage area and because additional trunk system improvements will be required in the drainage area in the future, assessments will be levied against those properties most immedi- ately benefited which are considered to be the existing developed areas and those currently planned for development. Assessments will be levied in accordance with the current storm sewer assessment policy. This policy allows for a reduction in the rate on large lot single family residential property for lots over 16,538 sq.ft. and up to 5 acres. Credit is given on the assessment for the area of any ponding area for which a pondingeasement is given to the City. In those developments where trunk storm sewer was installed during develop- ment,'it is assumed that the residents of the drainage area served by that trunk storm sewer paid for it with the price of their lots. A credit is given for these trunk storm sewer oversizing costs previously paid during development. For those areas where the full Trunk Storm Sewer Oversize Costs were paid during.development, no further Trunk Storm Sewer Oversize Assessment will be levied by this project and is not anticipated to be required by future projects. AREA TO BE INCLUDED: The NE'k of the NW'k of Section 21, T27N, R23W, Eagan, Mn. The SE'k of the NW'k of Section 21 The SW'k of the NE'k of Section 21 The SE'k of Section 21 The NE'k of Section 28 The SE'k of Section.28 The NW'k of Section 27 All of the Wilderness Run 1st Addition, Section 29 All of the Wilderness Run 2nd Addition, Section 29 Page 3. 0 0 All of the Wilderness Run 3rd Addition, Section 29 All of the Wilderness Run 4th Addition, Section 29 All of the Wilderness Run 5th Addition, Section 29 All of the Wilderness Park Addition, Section 29 All of the Oak Chase 1st Addition, Section 29 All of the Oak Chase 2nd Addition, Section 29 All of the Oak Chase 3rd Addition, Section 29 COST ESTIMATES: The following cost estimates include engineering, legal, administrative and other costs appurtenant to the project: Storm Sewer Trunk Cost Heine Lake to Blackhawk Lake $ 535,000 Oak Chase Pond Outlet 39,000 TOTAL PROJECT COST ............... $ 574,000 ASSESSMENTS: Assessments are proposed to be levied against benefited property in accordance with current City policy. Current City rates are as follows: Trunk Storm Sewer Oversize - Single Family ......$0.0260/sq.ft. Multi -Family ........ $0.0325/sq.ft. Comm. & Ind ......... $0.0390/sq.ft. Large Single Family Lots up to 1 AC..............$430/lot Large S.F. lots over 1 acre - Area in acres times $430.00/lot up to 5 acres. I hereby certify that this report was prepared by me or under my direct supervision and that I am a duly Registered Professional Engineer under the laws of the State of Minnesota. 4Z4AA,, l (A) Robert W. Rosene Date: November 21, 1978 Reg. No. 3488 Page 4. /% JOHNNY CAKE_ fc� ----- -N P � 0 cZ \ \\ -i C Scale: 1" = 1000' T EXISTING TORM SEWER THOMAS ---- -- } �\IQ� � D VPROP�OSED EIN l HOM LAE w PILOT KNOB Cf'—� RD. EX �—fI D FORCE MAI 0 I � 1 (� CARAKE N U BLACK HAWK LAKE STORM SEWER OAK CHAS ROAD FORCE MAIN PROPOSED STATION IMPROVEMENT PROJECT 257 BONESTR00, ROSENE, ANDERUK & ASSOC, INC. 49123 4tej�? YOM 2335 W. 7ewmeig WI[y "mf 86 A Pt4 MJwwado& 85113 P"- 636-4600 0 egj"' , W F to Ono G. Boneslmo. P.E. Robert W. Rosen, P.E. Joseph C. Anderlik. P.E. Bradford A. Lemberg, P.E. Robert D. Frlgaard, P.E. Richard E. Tamer, P.E. James C. Olson, P.E. Preliminary Report on Sanitary Sewer, Water, Storm Sewer and Street Improvements Safari Estates Improvement Project 254 Eagan, Minnesota November 15, 1978 La,rrence P. Feldthn, P.E. Glenn R. Cook, P.E. Keith A. Gordon, P.E. Thomas E. Noyes, P.E. Richard W. Posler, P.E. Robert G. ScMmlchl, P.P. Marvin L. Sorvala, P.R. Donald C. Burgordt. P.E. Kenneth R. Wines. P.E. Charles A. Eriduon Leo M. Pmeehky Harlan M. Olson SCOPE: The project covers the construction of sanitary sewer trunks and laterals, storm sewer trunks and laterals and streets serving the proposed Safari Estates Development in Eagan, Minnesota. The proposed Safari Estates plat is located in the southwest quarter of Section 32 in Eagan, Minnesota. FEASIBILITY AND RECOMMENDATIONS: The project as proposed is feasible and is in ac- cordance with the Master Comprehensive Plans for Sanitary Sewer, Water, Storm Sewer and the Major Street Plan for the City of Eagan, Minnesota. For bidding and con- struction purposes the project can best be carried out in two separate portions, one for utilities and the other for the street improvements. DISCUSSION: The proposed Safari Estates Development consists of 51 single family I residential lots located west of Galaxie Avenue in the Southwest quarter of Section I 32 in Eagan. The platted property is very hilly and has a heavy wooded cover. The I plat also has many large estate type lots. These factors all tend to increase the costs of improvements. The utilities have been routed to provide the most econo- mical combination yet preserve as much of the natural cover on the plat as possible. Sanitary sewer service to the proposed addition will be provided by extending a trunk sanitary sewer from the intersection of Rahn Road and Cliff Road south I along the section line to the right of way of Interstate Highway 35E. The trunk I line will cross I -35E at right angles to the highway centerline and then continue I Page 1. I I 0 0 i . I i in a southerly direction around two storm water holding ponds terminating on the section line westerly of the proposed development. Sanitary sewer laterals will be located in the streets to serve all lots. The lateral to serve Safari Circle will be routed along Safari Circle, Galaxie and across an easement where it will connect with Safari Court South. Trunk water mains will be extended from the Southeast corner of the Vienna Woods Development. An 18 inch diameter trunk water main will be routed east from Vienna Woods to Interstate Highway 35E, cross the highway at right angles and con- tinue east and south following the trunk sewer alignment wherever possible ter - minting at the Safari Estates Development. A water storage site is proposed within the Safari Estates Development. A 24 inch trunk water main will be installed along the "By -Pass" Road from the storage site to Galaxie Avenue. Alternate water storage sites are also currently under investigation and may alter the trunk water main costs, however the lateral Development should remain as indicated in this report. Water main laterals will be extended to serve all menta along lot linesare needed to loop the laterals. lines to connect the "By Pass" Road and Safari Circle. nett Safari Circle and Safari Court South and a third Court North with Galaxie Avenue. These easements need :osts for the Safari Estates platted lots. Several ease - One is required along lot Another is needed to con - Ls needed to connect Safari only be ten feet wide. The Master Storm Sewer Plan for the City of Eagan indicates that the storm run- off from the platted development will flow in a northerly direction. Trunk storm sewer will be installed along Galaxie Avenue to carry 70 cfs from Apple Valley and the runoff.from Safari Circle. The Storm Sewer will follow an easement connecting Galaxie Avenue with Safari Court South. The storm sewer must carry an additional Page 2. F1 P 36 cfs from the Dakota County Park. The storm sewer will follow Safari Court So. to Safari Trail across the "By Pass" Road to a pond located on the Section Line and northeast of the development. One other section of storm sewer consisting of two catch basins and the connecting pipe will drain a low point on the "By Pass" Road to a low marsh on the west side of the "By Pass" Road. All the interior streets in Safari Estates will be constructed as normal residential streets, 32 feet wide with a bituminous surface, with concrete curb and gutter and having a 5 ton per axle carrying capability. The "By Pass" Road is being graded by the Minnesota Department of Transportation in conjunction with the construction of Cedar Avenue and Interstate Highway 35E. COST ESTIMATES: The following coat estimates include construction costs plus 17 percent for engineering, legal, administrative and other costs appurtenant to the project: ITEM TRUNKS LATERALS TOTAL Sanitary Sewer $250,000 $135,900 $285,900 Water Main 127,400 95,000 222,400 Service Stubs 30,000 30,000 Storm Sewer 193.500 74,500 268.000 Total Utilities $570,900 $335,400 $806,300 Street Improvements ...................................................... 80,900 Total Project Costs ....................................................$887,200 * Includes one half of "By Pass" Road. Page 3. PROJECTED DEVELOPERS COSTS The Safari Estates Development contains 51 residential lots. The following costs are proportioned on a per lot basis. ITEM TOTAL COSTS COST PER LOT Sanitary Sewer Laterals $ 135,900 $ 2,665 Water Laterals Service Stubs Storm Sewer TOTAL UTILITIES Street Improvements* $ 95,000 $ 1,865 $ 30,000 $ 590 $ 74,500 1,460 $ 335,400 $ 6,580 $ 80,900 1,590 TOTAL $ 416,300 $ 8,170 *Includes one half of "By Pass" Road. Estimated cost for one half of the "By Pass" Road is $37,000. ASSESSMENTS: Assessments are proposed to be levied against benefited property in accordance with current City policy. Current rates are as follows: Lateral Benefit from a Trunk Water Main $9.00/FF Trunk Water Main Oversize Area Charge $590/Ac. Trunk Storm Sewer Area Charge $0.026/Sq.ft. Sewer Treatment Plant -connection charge $500/SAC Unit Water Supply 6 Storage -connection charge $250/Res. I hereby certify that this report was prepared by me or under my direct supervision and that I am a duly Registered Professional Engineer under the laws of the State of Minnesota. Lawrence F. Feldsien Date: November 20, 1978 Reg. No. 9103 Page 4. Ex. Son. Sewer r Q O CLIFF ROAD Proposed /V U San. Sewer/ . W h� M hj r i D W �C • i 5'r Ez. Water Mai �r v r Pro osed / roposed Water Main, r Storm Sewer %% r Proposed Water Main cr / r A In y/�. r, Proposed DAKOTA COUNTY / , San. Sewer W PARK U / / Proposed Q v Storm Sewer Q osed Storm Sewer 8 Son. Sewer rEAGAN APPLE VALLEY \\ SAFARI ESTATES SANITARY SEWER WATER MAIN STORM SEWER & STREETS IMPROVEMENT PROJECT 254. 3 NNE TM4 RMNE, ANDERUK & 49120 Scale : I 1000 /3 RYqm&As y4, 9.w. 2885 *4 -AmNA adilylra" 86 Otto G. Bonntroo, P.H. Lowpnn P. Peldslen, P.R. /� . J\ 1 AA/fidwaGAA 55!18 Robert W. Roser, P.E. Glenn R. Cook, P.B. 204 Joseph C. Anderllk, P.P. Belth A. Gordon,Garden, P.R. 1 Pbo^w 6864600 Bradford A. Lemberg, P.B. Thomas B. Noyes, P.B. Robert D. Frlgaard, P.E. Richard W. Foster, P.B. ' Richard E. Turner, P.E. Robert G. SchstNUV, P.B. James C. Olson, P.S. Marrin L. Sorvala, P.R. Donald C. Burgordh P.E. Bernath R. Afrum, P.P. Preliminar Re ort on y P A. Ericsson Sewer, Water, Storm Sewer and Streets Leo M. Lao M. Parvehky aarlm Motion Thomas Lake Addition Improvement Project 255 Eagan, Minnesota November 21, 1978 SCOPE: This project covers the construction of sanitary sewer, water and storm sewer laterals and streets serving the Thomas Lake Addition in Eagan, Minnesota. FEASIBILITY AND RECOMMENDATIONS: The project is feasible and is in accordance with the Master Plans for Sanitary Sewer, Water and Storm Sewer and the Major Street Plan for the City of Eagan. For construction purposes it can best be carried out in two projects; one for utilities and the other for street improve- ments. DISCUSSION: The proposed Thomas Lake Addition consists of 8 single family residential lots located north of Cliff Road near Thomas Lake. The proposed plat is located in Section 28 in Eagan, Minnesota. The proposed plat will receive sanitary sewer service through a lateral connecting to a trunk sewer located west of the proposed plat. Future develop- ment to the east will also be served by this lateral. Water service will be provided by connecting to the 24" diameter water trunk in place in Cliff Road. A stub was constructed to the north side of Cliff Road during the construction of the trunk for the purpose of serving the proposed Thomas Lake Addition and other development in the area. Storm sewer drainage for the proposed plat will consist of laterals,drain- ing to a small siltation pond near Thomas Lake and to Thomas Lake directly. All of the streets within the proposed Thomas Lake Addition will be con- structed as normal residential streets with 32' wide bituminous surfaces, con- crete curb and gutter and 5 ton carrying capabilities. In order to serve the Thomas Lake Addition with utilities and streets it is necessary to cross other properties with these services. It is expected that properties to the west of the addition will share in the cost of these services. AREA TO BE INCLUDED: The West 600' of the SE'k of the SE'k of Section 28, T27N, R23W The South 600' of the SW'k of the SE'k of Section 28 COST ESTIMATES: The following cost estimates include construction costs plus 17% for engineering, legal, administrative and other costs appurtenant to the project: Thomas Lake Item Addition Others Total Sanitary Sewer $15,600 $20,400 $36,000 Water Main 8,800 1,400 10,200 Services 4,000 --- 4,000 Storm Sewer 6,400 3,200 9,600 Total Utilities $34,800 $25,000 $59,800 Street Improvements 21,600 3,900 25,500 Total Project $56,400 $28,900 $85,300 PROJECTED DEVELOPER'S COSTS Item Total Cost Cost Per Lot Sanitary Sewer Laterals $15,600 $1,950 Water Laterals 8,800 1,100 Water Trunks 2,800 350 Services 4,000 500 Storm Sewer Laterals 6,400 800 Storm Sewer Trunks 5,600 700 Total Utilities $43,200 $5,400 Street Improvements 21,600 2,700 TOTAL PROJECT ............................. $64,800 $8,100 Page 2. S 0 0 ASSESSMENTS: Assessments are proposed to be levied against benefited property in accordance with current City policy. Current City rates are as follows: Trunk Water Main Area Charge .................$590/Acre Trunk Storm Sewer Area Charge ................$0.026/Sq.ft. Sewer Treatment Plant ........................$500/Res. Water Supply and Storage ......................$250/Res. I hereby certify that this report was pre- pared by me or under my direct supervision and that I am a duly Registered Professional Engineer under the laws of the State of Minnesota. Keith A. Gordon Date: November 21, 1978 Reg. No. 10204 Page 3. a(0 2335 W. 9awae6 esef19irrr" 36 94 pard, MLra ma& 55Jfs plaaer 636-k600 Preliminary Report on. Sewer, Water, Storm Sewer and Street Improvements in Vienna Woods Improvement Project 259 Eagan, Minnesota November 20, 1978 is e""ap ic Otto G. Bonestroo. P.E. Robed W. Rosen., P.E. Joseph C. Anderllk. P.E. Bradl.,d A. Lemberg. P.E. Robert D. Frigaard, P.E. Richard E. ruiner, P.E. James C. Olson, P.E. Lawrence F. Feldsle., P.E. Glenn R. Cook, P.E. Keith A. Garda., P.E. Thoma E. Noyes, P.E. Richard W. Foster, P.E. Robert G. Schmichl, P.F. Marvin L. Sorvala. P.E. Donald C. Burgardr. P.E. Kenneth R. Witte,. P.E. Charles A. Erickson Leo M. Pawlsky Nana. M. Olson SCOPE: This project includes the construction of sanitary sewer laterals, water trunks and laterals, storm sewer trunks and laterals and streets in the proposed Vienna Woods Addition in Eagan, Minnesota. FEASIBILITY AND RECOMMENDATIONS: The project is feasible and is in accordance with the Master Plans for sanitary sewer,water main and storm sewer and the Major Street Plan for the City of Eagan. For bidding purposes it can best be carried out in two projects; one for utilities and the other for street improvements. DISCUSSION: The proposed Vienna Woods Addition consists of 90 single family re- sidential and 15 double family residential lots located in section 31 in Eagan. This project also includes service to several existing homes in the area, three of which are in included in the plat. Sanitary sewer service to the proposed addition will be provided through a series of laterals draining to a 12" diameter trunk in place at the east end of Nancy Circle. Future service to residential property along Cedar Avenue will also be provided through these laterals. Improvement project No. 191 as ordered by the City Council provides for the construction of a 16" diameter water trunk from the intersection of Nancy Circle to the intersection of Cedar Avenue and Kings Road. It is proposed to construct the 16" trunk in conjunction with this project and extend it as an 18" trunk over the length Page 1. C) 0 of Kings Road. Laterals connecting to this trunk will serve the proposed Vienna Woods Addition as well as properties along Cedar Avenue. Improvement project No. 186 as ordered by the City Council provides for the construction of a trunk storm sewer from Pond AP;Bthrough the proposed addition and northerly to Pond AP -9 . Laterals draining to this trunk will drain the western three- fourths of Vienna Woods. The eastern edge of Vienna Woods will drain to a small pond located in the eastern portion of the addition. All of the streets within the proposed addition will be constructed as normal residential streets, 32' wide with bituminous surfaces, concrete curb and gutter and 5 ton carrying capabilities. AREA TO BE INCLUDED: The west 1,900' of the south half of the northeast quarter of section 31, town 27 north, range 23 west, Eagan, Minnesota. COST ESTIMATES: The following cost estimates include construction costs plus 17% for engineering, administrative, legal and other costs appurtenant to the project. Item Trunks Laterals Total Sanitary Sewer $129,600 $129,600 Water Main $38,400 102,600 141,000 Service Stubs 54,000 54,000 Storm Sewer 4,500 86,400 90,000 Total Utilities $42,900 $372,600 $415,500 Street Improvements 207,100 Total Project Cost $6229600 Page 2. .n 0 0 PROJECTED DEVELOPER'S COSTS Item Total Cost Cost Lot Sanitary Sewer Laterals $117,600 $1,200 Water Laterals 92,120 940 Water Trunks 19,600 200 Service Stubs 49,000 500 Storm Sewer Laterals 76,440 780 Storm Sewer Trunks 39,200 400 Total Utilities $393,960 $4,020 Street Improvements 186,200 1,900 Total Project $580,160 $5,920 ASSESSMENTS: Assessments are proposed to be levied against benefited property in accordance with current City policy. Current City rates are as follows: Lateral Benefit From Trunk Water $9.00/Lin.Ft. Trunk Water Main Area Charge $590/Net Ac. $280/Lot Trunk Storm Sewer Area Charge$0.026/Sq.Ft. Sewage Treatment Plant $500/Res. Water Supply & Storage $250/Res. I hereby certify that this report was prepared by me or under my direct supervision and that I am a duly Registered Professional Engineer under the laws of the State of Minnesota. Keith A. Gordon Date: November 20, 1978 Reg. No.10204 Page 3. aC v Q Cliff Rd. Q (Co. Rd. No. 32) Ex. Son. Sewer Proposed Ex. I Sloim Sewer Wolemoin Proposed San. Sewer 0 Proposed V Wolermain�� VIENNA WOODS North ,It SANITARY SEWER , WATERMAIN STORM SEWER & STREETS IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 259 49125 30 ocalem i = i,vvv MUTRK RMNE, ANDERUK & A550G, INC. SCOPE: This project covers the construction of sanitary sewer laterals, water trunks and laterals, storm sewer trunks and laterals and streets in the proposed Chea Mar East Addition in Eagan, Minnesota. FEASIBILITY AND RECOMMENDATIONS: The project is feasible and is in accordance with the Master Plans for sanitary sewer, water main and storm sewer and the Major Street Plan for the City of Eagan. For bidding purposes it can.best be carried out in two projects; one for utilities and the other for street improvements. The proposed Ches Mar East Addition consists of 48 single family re- sidential and 36 double family lots located on the north side of Cliff Road at the proposed intersection with Lexington Avenue. The First Addition consists of 23 single family and 16 double family residential lots located on the northeast quadrant of the intersection. Sanitary sewer service to the proposed plat would be provided through a series of laterals draining to the sanitary sewer trunk proposed for Wilderness Run Road. A short section of sewer lateral must cross property north of the proposed addition in order to connect to Wilderness Run Road. It is expected that the property lying between the proposed addition and Wilderness Run Road will bear the costof that part of the sanitary sewer lateral falling within their property. Page 1. 31 2335 W.-14amil eSQy/" 36 Otto O. Bonestroo, P.F. Lawretee F. Feldrlen, P.R. e� Paw/, MDusa" 551!3 Robert W. Rosent. P.E. Olean R. Cook. P.B. Joseph C. Anderllk, P.F. Filth A. Gordon. P.E. PkowaJ 46364600 A. Lemberg. P.E. Thomas E. Noyes, P.R. Robert Robert D. Frlgaard P.E. Richard W. Fond, P.E. Richard E. Turner, P.E. Robert O. SchwkhL P.E. James C, Olson,P.E. Marvin L. Sorvola, Pd. Donald C. Burgards, PP. Kenneth R. Mekter. P.E. Charles A. Erickson Leo M. Pawelsky Preliminary Report on Rarlaa M. Olson Sewer, Water, Storm Sewer and Streets in Chas Mar East Improvement Project 261 Eagan, Minnesota November 20, 1978 SCOPE: This project covers the construction of sanitary sewer laterals, water trunks and laterals, storm sewer trunks and laterals and streets in the proposed Chea Mar East Addition in Eagan, Minnesota. FEASIBILITY AND RECOMMENDATIONS: The project is feasible and is in accordance with the Master Plans for sanitary sewer, water main and storm sewer and the Major Street Plan for the City of Eagan. For bidding purposes it can.best be carried out in two projects; one for utilities and the other for street improvements. The proposed Ches Mar East Addition consists of 48 single family re- sidential and 36 double family lots located on the north side of Cliff Road at the proposed intersection with Lexington Avenue. The First Addition consists of 23 single family and 16 double family residential lots located on the northeast quadrant of the intersection. Sanitary sewer service to the proposed plat would be provided through a series of laterals draining to the sanitary sewer trunk proposed for Wilderness Run Road. A short section of sewer lateral must cross property north of the proposed addition in order to connect to Wilderness Run Road. It is expected that the property lying between the proposed addition and Wilderness Run Road will bear the costof that part of the sanitary sewer lateral falling within their property. Page 1. 31 Water service will be provided by extending the 24" trunk in place in Cliff Road to Lexington Avenue. A 20" diameter water trunk will then be placed in Lex- inton Avenue forming a loop to the water main proposed for Wilderness Run Road. Water laterals connecting to this 20" trunk water main will serve the proposed plat. Storm sewer laterals serving Ches Mar East will drain to several small ponds located near the north and east edges of the proposed addition. Outlets to these ponds may be provided in the future if needed.' All of the streets within the proposed Ches Mar East Addition will be construct- ed to the City standards for normal residential streets. A normal residential street in the City of Eagan has a 44' wide bituminous driving surface, surmountable con- crete curb and gutter and a 5 ton carrying capability. AREA TO BE INCLUDED: The south 1,500' of the Ek of the SE'k of Sec. 27, T27N, R23W. The Wk of the SW'y of the SWk of Sec. 26, The NW'k of the 'SW's of Sec. 26. COST ESTIMATES: The following cost estimates include construction costs plus 17% for engineering, legal, administrative and other costs appurtenant to the project. PHASE ONE ONLY Ches Mar Other Item Laterals Laterals Trunks Total Sanitary Sewer $ 62,400 $ 22,200 - $ 84,600 Water Main 37,050 $150,000 187,050 Service Stubs Storm Sewer Total Utilities Street Improvements Total Phase One 19,500 31.200 $150,150 $ 22,200 Page 2. 3�)_ 9.600 $159,600 19,500 40.800 $331,950 79.950 $411,900 0 Item Sanitary Sewer Laterals Sanitary Sewer Trunks Water Laterals Water Trunks Service Stubs Storm Sewer laterals Storm Sewer Trunks Total Utilities Street Improvements Total Project PROJECTED DEVELOPERS COSTS Phase One TOTAL PROJECT Item Laterals Trunks Sanitary Sewer $111,720 230 Water Main 77,280 $150,000 Service Stubs 42,000 500 Storm Sewer 56,280 9,600 Total Utilities $287,280 $159,600 Street Improvements 2,050 $ 6,300 Total Project Cost Item Sanitary Sewer Laterals Sanitary Sewer Trunks Water Laterals Water Trunks Service Stubs Storm Sewer laterals Storm Sewer Trunks Total Utilities Street Improvements Total Project PROJECTED DEVELOPERS COSTS $265,200 $ 6,800 Page 3. -]3 0 Total $111,720 227,280 42,000 65,880 $446,880 166,320 $613,200 Total Project Phase One Cost Coat Per Lot $111,720 $ 62,400 $ 1,600 8,970 230 37,050 950 8,970 230 19,500 500 31,200 800 17,160 440 $185,250 $ 4,750 79,950 2,050 $265,200 $ 6,800 Page 3. -]3 0 Total $111,720 227,280 42,000 65,880 $446,880 166,320 $613,200 Total Project Cost Cost Per Lot $111,720 $ 1,330 19,320 230 77,280 920 19,320 230 42,000 500 56,280 670 36,960 440 $362,880 $ 4,320 166,320 1,980 $529,200 $ 6,300 0 46 ASSESSMENTS: Assessments are proposed to be levied against benefited property in accordance with current City policy. Current City rates are as follows: Trunk Sanitary Sewer Area Charge $590/Ac. Trunk Water Main Area Charge $590/Ac. Trunk Storm Sewer Area Charge $0.026/Sq.Ft. Sewage Treatment Plant $500/Res. Water Supply and Storage $250/Res. I hereby certify that this report was pre- pared by'me or. under my direct supervision and that I am a duly Registered Professional Engineer under the laws of the State of Minnesota. Keith A. Gordon Date: November 20,1978Reg. No. 10204 Page 4. 3y North I CIES MAR EAST SAN. SEWER STORM SEWER WATERMAIN & STREETS IMPROVEMENT PROJECT 3s NO. 261 Scale: I'= 1,000' BOpE$i M ROSENE, ANDERUK & ASSOC, INC. edc�e ci_ee December 8, 1978 ` • Other Business A. Final plat - Safari Estates -- Mr. Byron Watschke has requested time on the agenda to discuss the final plat for Safari Estates. The final plat was submitted to City Hall for review by the staff, however, there are no Sh x 11 copies available for the City Council. The City Attorney has the various -figures available required for the Development agreement which -will -be completed in a few days. Even though the final plat and development agreement have not been completed as of -today,'i felt it was necessary to address the Safari Estates issue at the meeting on Tuesday for the following reasons: 1. Mr. Watschke has requested time on the agenda to discuss a reservoir matter in detail and 2. The City staff would like to have the matter discussed with the City Council so there is some direction provided as a result of the meeting on Tuesday. If you recall, the City Council approved site 1 on the Safari Estates Addition plat for dedication of a water reservoir high altitude system as it is required in future years. The Watschkes has objected to dedicating this site for water reservoir. The Watschkes are planning and have had plans to construct their own personal residence on the same site. When the City Council approved the preliminary plat with the understanding that the Site 1 would be selected for the water reservoir high altitude system, the staff was also directed to pursue other alternatives to locating a.reservoir site. The Consulting City Engineer did pursue two other sites in Safari Estates as well as a site on the Sieg property. Those sites were all more expensive than 'Site 1 on Safari Estates. Recently, several meetings have been held between the City staff including the City Administrator, City Attorney, Consulting City Engineer, and Director of Public works with the Watschkes to negotiate various alternatives to locating the water reservoir site either in Safari Estates or an area of land more or less adjacent to the Safari Estates Addition as proposed. The staff has met with Chuck Lowery, Dakota County Park Director, and it appears that it might be possible for the City and County to secure a location within the park to locate a water reservoir which would eliminate the necessity of locating a water reservoir site in Safari Estates. According to Consulting Engineer Rosene, at least one site in the park would be the same cost as Site 1 in Safari Estates. it .is essential that the City establish a site for a high altitude water reservoir that would be constructed in future years at this time. if the final plat of Safari Estates is to be approved by the City Council at the meeting on Tuesday, or at a future meeting, it is recommended that action be taken to approve the reservoir site as site 1 of Safari Estates with the understanding that the reservoir would be located on an alternative site if an alternative site could be secured by the City staff and developers. Mr. Watschke has addressed the whole reservoir question i a letter of which a copy is enclosed on pages -/7 through 3' Additional information on'this matter wili—ne provided by the City staff at the meeting on Tuesday. 3L, —rA e uta , •cx: CA i C Decanber 7, 1978 Mr.`Thcmas L. Hedges Administrator City of Eagan 3795 Pilot Knob Road Eagan, Minnesota 55122 Dear Mr. Hedges: I am writing this letter to you as well as the City Councel Members with respect to the proposed water reservoir location in Safari Estates. Our final Plat hearing is before the Council at the December 12th. meeting and we would Like to address the Council on this matter at that time. The City Council in approving our Preliminary Plat for Safari Estates on August 1, 1978 did so "with the (Council's) understanding that Site #1 would be acquired by the City for water reservoir site purposes". We did not have an opportunity to discuss this issue at that time, the alternate sites, the environmental and economic effects of site #1 on Safari Estates and Eagan nor were we aware of Mr Rosene's letter to the City Council relative to costs of various sites for the Reservoir. Furthermore, -this matter had not cane up before the Planning Comnission as part of Preliminary Plat Approval -so we maturally assumed the question ;and -decision would be brought up in the future as its need was some years away. After the Council action of August 1, 1978 we wrote Mr. Hedges outlining our concern and objections to our site #1 location for the Reservoir, my letter dated 'August 15, 1978. This letter waswrittenafter a physical inspection of the Safari Estates sites and the Seig site was made by Mr. Hedges, Mr. Rosen and the applicant on August 9, 1978 and after we held a meeting in your 'office August 4 where we verbally outlined our great concern -over this matter. We. have held'several meetings with you and your staff since August in an attempt to resolve this matter to both of our satisfaction. Fran these meetings it appears that a water reservoir site in the Dakota County Park land on the East may be available at no additional cost to the City over site #1. Secondly, we have offered to give the Seig site to the City upon acquiring their property abutting on the West. Thesealternates should be discussed at the Council meeting on December 12 at which time I understand refined costs for the various sites will be presented by Mr. Rosen. The major reason for our.,great concern over the location of the,water reservoir in the Safari Estates site is our development plan._ Of the 27 lots in the wooded, rolling hills towards the South, (3) lots are over 2 acres in size, 17 are over 1 acre and the other 7 are approximately 'h,acre to 1 acre. Our Covenants for this area and for these lots will be very restrictive PENTAGON PARK TOWER • 4940 VIKING DRIVE • MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA 55435 • (612) 8353363 2r) • r - - Page 2. and we expect the cost of homes in this area to be $200,000 and over. This could make Safari Estates one of the finest Residential Developments in the whole Metro Area, if not, Eagan for sure. A water tower 80 feet high no matter how it is built would seriously detract from these develofinent plans, in particular, the (4) lots on top of the hills, lots #18, 19, 20 and 21 which are all over.2 acres in size except lot 21 (1.1 A). We, as you arewellaware, have completed plans for our own home on site #1, lot 18, -having started preparation of the house plans early last year, 1977, before we even heard of the water problem. in conclusion, from an economic stand point it would seem more prudent for the City of Eagan to select either one of the Alternate sites; 1. Dakota County Park Iafid.- possible 3 sites or;2. The Sieg Site even tho the Sieg Site may initially cost slightly more. Certainly the cities share of Real Estate taxes and Assessments on 4 homes of $200,000 + value would far exceed any additional costs of construction on the Sieg site and the city would not be removing lot #18 from the tax rolls. We may be willing to even monetarily assist•in relocating the water reservoir to an alternate site under the circumstances should this become an important factor of major consequence. Another suggestion was for us to offer Site #2 (Lot 19) in place of Site #1 (Lot 18). We would bemore in favor of Site 2 of course from a personal stand point but the adverse effect of a water tower would still be there. We will consider this as a possible solution,providing an alternate site does not become available,and discuss the suggestion at the hearing if requested. Recently we investgated a water reservoir site in Apple Valley, Heritage Hills, and of 6 lots on the Tower Cul de sac, only one lot has been built upon:and that home has been for sale every time we have gone by. In Burnsville a Reservoir off.Parkwood Drive in Butlers Addition sits on top of a hill surrounded by a large Condominium Codex. Some residents we talked to complain about noise during.freezing weather carting from the tank and at times, the shade it creates by blocking the suns 'rays during cooler weather, not to mention the appearance factor which no one found appealing. Sites l and 2 are both heavily wooded thus causing Environmental problems as well as those mentioned. We look forward to an open discussion of this matter by all concerned on December 12th. I am'sure we can came up with a reasonable solution to all concerned. ly, J. Watschke - resi t . MEMO TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS FROM: CITY ADMINISTRATOR HEDGES DATE: DECEMBER 8, 1978 SUBJECT: INFORMATIVE MEMO At 5:00 p.m. on Monday, December 11, 1978 Mr. Mac Hyde would like to meet with the City Council to discuss the status of the I -35E bridge permit with the Department of Natural Resources. Mr. Hyde has asked to meet with the City Council in an executive session that will more than likely not exceed one hour in length., I have enclosed for your reference a copy of the final exceptions as presented by Mr. Hyde to the Department of Natural Resources. Also enclosed is a copy of a memorandum from Mr. A.W. Clapp III, who is special Assistant Attorney General representing the DNR, a copy of a letter to the Department of Natural Resources from Dunn and Curry Real Estate Management, Inc., and a copy of a letter from Mr. Hyde to Joe Alexander, all of which relate to the I -35E Blackhawk Lake crossing matter. I met with the Police Association bargaining unit on Wednesday, December 6, 1978 and it appears that I will have a counter proposal to the City Council's proposal #2 prior to the meeting on Tuesday. If the public hearings are not too lengthy, I would like to meet with the City Council briefly to discuss the status of the Police negotiations so that I may continue nego- tiations next week. I have also addressed all non-union and management salaries for 1979 and have completed a spread sheet for consideration by the City Council. I will distribute that after the meeting on Tuesday. City Administrator' 'N' STATE Or MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES In the Matter of the Proposed I -35-E Crossing DNR STAFF RESPO?:SE Over Blackhawk Lake, TO TfiE'. REPORT OF THE In the City of Eagan, HEARING Dakota County. Department of Natural Resources metropolitan region staff appeared at the public hearing, and took the position that the permit applied for should be denied because the alternative route around the lake is a better one. The hear- ing examiner has come to the same conclusion. Staff urges the Commissioner to accept the examiner's recommendation. It is further recommended that the Commissioner immediately issue an Order which, while denying the permit applied for, also grants a permit for the route around the lake. This route is thoroughly analyzed in the record before the Commissioner; no further deliberation on its approval is warranted. A suggested Order is attached. Note that it is drafted to be issued before you have adopted Findings of fact. This enables.you immediately to clear the way for the renewal of design work on the route around the lake, while providing time for you to make sure you adopt Findings which accurately reflect the record. Dated this 28th day of Movembcr, 1978. PIARREN SPANNLAUS Attornev Ge -neral C. PAUL FARACI Deputy Attorney General i A. .". C11APP II]: Special Assistant Attorne Genera] - Box 38 Ceuitenni.ai Bui.),li.ni St. Paul, Oinnesota 55155 Telephone: (612) 29.5-3294 STATE Or MINNESOTA i DEPART?UENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES In the Platter of the Pr000sed I -35-E Crossing Over Blackhawk Lake, in the City of Eagan, Dakota County. ORDER OF THE CO-NUMISSIONER The Report of the Hearing Examiner was received by this.office November 13, 1978. I have accepted exceptions received through November 28, 1978. I have reviewed the hearing examiner's report, the hearing record and the exceptions. The examiner's conclusion is the outcome of an obviously careful review of the facts and application of the statutes and case law to the facts. I agree with his recommendation.and therefore accept it. Because of the generally felt need to get on with the building of I -35-E from Burnsville to Mendota Heights, I am issuing this Order as promptly as possible. Findings of Fact will be forthcoming in the near future. The.application of the Minnesota Department of Transportation for permission to route Interstate 35-E across Blackhawk Lake in the City of Eagan, is denied. A permit is granted for the freeway route which passes around the east end of the lake as more precisely described in the hearing record where it is identified as the A-2 route. It is -a condition of the permit that'MnDOT must obtain approval from DNR of the final plans and specifications, which shall show that reasonable effort has been made to minimize its impact on the lake and the park. Dated this day of 197 JOSEPH N. .7L=' NDER Acting Commissioner Department of Platural Resources Dunn & Curry Real Estate Management Inc. 4940 Ming Drive Pentagon Ofre Park Minneapolis. MN 55435 (6/2) 835.2808 November 28, 1978 Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Centennial Office Building 658 Cedar St. Paul, Minnesota 55101 Attention: Joe Alexander Re: DNR vs. Mn/Dot 35E Blackhawk Lake Bridge Report of Hearing Examiner Myron S. Greenberg of November 9, 1978. Dear Sir: We compelled to respond to what we consider substantial erroneous interpretation of fact by Mr. Greenberg regarding the subject as follows. Planning: Testimony - E. Dunn - Pages 93-98 establishes.the history of an eight year expensive, detailed planning process which led to our present Planned Unit Development agreement with the City of Eagan in 1977. This is a formal, mutually binding contract. Mr. Greenberg's conclusion: "The Dunn proposal is clearly flexible" - Page 12 -DNR -78-922 MG is based on study and hearsay which preceded by two years our final development agreement with the City of Eagan and the selection of alignment A-1 by Mn/Dot. Mr. Greenberg's conclusion: "Mr. Dunn finds either route acceptable" - Page 19 (T-100). My testimony as contained on pages 100-101 documents our reasons why we currently feel A-1 the superior route. Mr. Greenberg ignores my reasoning and conclusion to the contrary. Cost of delay: - Page 98 - Mr. Dunn - "Our costs of holding this.land..... will range on the order of five to six hundred thousand dollars a year just for interest costs. In addition we have paid ..... $166,000 in real estate taxes in Dakota County this year." Page 9.9 - Mr. Dunn - "We think it urgent a solution be found to finishing 35 East." Mr. Greenberg's conclusion: Page 18 - "Delay is not a problem for Dunn f, Curry because they do, not intend to begin construction of the project for more than five years" and Page 28 - "The only direct quantifiable cost to any party con- sists of $129,500 for relocation of a trunk sewer line and waterline in Eagan." Dunn and Curry did invest freely in discussing and evaluating alternatives for A'-1 and A-2. When the decision was made by Mn/Dot and A-1 was selected, we made financial commitments related to projected completion date of this segment of 35E. If started now, this appeared to be three to five years away. A delay of two years impacts all of our property in Eagan - not just 10%. Accordingly we would project any delay approach- ing two years to cost us in excess of forty thousand dollars per month delay. .Greenberg Chart - Page 31. A-1 A-2 Wildlife Habitat 37 acres destroyed 0 acres destroyed Land 150 acres disturbed 167 acres disturbed An inspection of the site and logic both. impeach this "conclu- sion". Page 9 - Greenberg quoting - "Fashingbauer agrees that 'If the whole thing is going to be invaded by the Huns, we are all wasting our time as to whether A-1 or A -Tis completed."' We feel the examiner evidences a prejudice by using this arbi- trary, intemperate statement to help support his findings. It's baffling that seven families who located here previously with an intimate knowledge of the probable alignment of 35E have acquired all of the rights while those who have held property perhaps longer at greater expense, but have not built a building have lost their rights. - 2 - r We have attempted to focus only on those subjects which we believe misconstrue the intent of our own testimony. However there are many other conclusions contained in this report we assume will be questioned by others. In.conclusion we submit it is our firm conviction that the legal, orderly process has been followed and that Mn/Dot application should be granted promptly. Past gross delay can hardly be a justification for continued delay. Sincerely, Edmund B. Dunn James A. Dunn $ Curry Real Estate Management, Inc. Curry - 3 - November 29, 1978 Mr. Joseph N. Alexander Acting Commissioner Department of Natural Resources Centennial Office Building St. Paul, MN 55115 RE: I -35-E Blackhawk Lake Crossing Dear Commissioner Alexander: At approximately 2:00 p.m., this afternoon, Wednesday, November -29, 1978, I received from Mr. A. W. Clapp III, Special Assistant Attorney General for the Department of Natural Resources, a document entitled DNR STAFF RESPONSE TO THE REPORT OF THE HEARING EXAMINER and attached ORDER OF THE: COMMISSIONER which, as I understand it, is proposed for the Commissioner's signature in the above -entitled matter. The DNR staff 'response states: It is further recommended that the Commissioner immediately issue an Order which, while denying the permit applied for, also grantsa permit for the route around the [Blackhawk] Lake . A . A suggested Order is attached. Note that it is drafted to be issued before you have adopted Findings of Fact. The proposed Order includes.the statement: S ,i • r. ,9j% OE1 1 L I N. D O U I ST & VEN N U M :I!'JNARO E.LINDOVIST DAVID J. DAVENPORT ' MAN L. NEWHALL M.qX q. JOHNSON •UMESS V. ACnMAN gICMAwO A. PRIM ,H p -PALO E. NAG "SON 4200 105 CENTER BO SOUTH BT^ STREET JEI "EYw. SCHMIDT CO'NA.0 M. OLCNNON .. STI.E J. STROM 'ELY IN I.OwCNSTEIN TIMOTHY H. BUTLER C'JOEHE H KEATING MINNEAPOLIS MINNESOTA 55402 'ROBERT G.NITCHELL.JR. JAMCS P MAq TINCAU J. MICHAEL OADT PICL..D J. CI TZOERALO J. KEVIN COSTLEY P .1 IP J.ORTHUN JOHN C. GOETZ MACLAT w...YOE TELEPHONE (612) 371-3211 SPvcE A. ENSTAD EDWARD 1. ....CR ROBCQT J.HARTMAN JOHN A. FORREST JOSEPH G. KOHLER WILLIAM E. 10A CABLE ADDRESS: LINLAW I.C. A. ARNOLD JERROLD T. BERGPALn RICHARD D, MCNEIL WILLIAM T. DOLAN WILLIAM C.MORTCNSEN JOHN H.STROIHNAN DA'nD G.MEV'HALL WAYZATA OFFICE nUPTI$ A.OREEHLCT 740 EAST LAKE STREET .0,ERT V, ATMORE HOWARD J. n AVrI.A. WAYZATA, MINNESOTA 55391 JOHN O. 'NIMSTON LAURANCE R.WALOOCH THOMAS H.GARRETT M OT CO...IL DART_E L.UPMOCr THOMAS VENNUM WA NE A. SIVERTSON DENNIS M.HAIHISEN November 29, 1978 Mr. Joseph N. Alexander Acting Commissioner Department of Natural Resources Centennial Office Building St. Paul, MN 55115 RE: I -35-E Blackhawk Lake Crossing Dear Commissioner Alexander: At approximately 2:00 p.m., this afternoon, Wednesday, November -29, 1978, I received from Mr. A. W. Clapp III, Special Assistant Attorney General for the Department of Natural Resources, a document entitled DNR STAFF RESPONSE TO THE REPORT OF THE HEARING EXAMINER and attached ORDER OF THE: COMMISSIONER which, as I understand it, is proposed for the Commissioner's signature in the above -entitled matter. The DNR staff 'response states: It is further recommended that the Commissioner immediately issue an Order which, while denying the permit applied for, also grantsa permit for the route around the [Blackhawk] Lake . A . A suggested Order is attached. Note that it is drafted to be issued before you have adopted Findings of Fact. The proposed Order includes.the statement: S ,i • r. ,9j% OE1 1 N00UIST & VEN�UM f Mr. Joseph N. Alexander Acting Commissioner Department of Natural Resources "November 29., 1978 Page - 2 - "I.have reviewed the Hearing Examiner's report, the -hearing record and the exceptions. The .Examiner's conclusion is the outcome of an obviously carefulreviewof the fact and applica- tion of the statute and case law to the facts.' I agree with his recommendation and therefore accept it. A permit is granted for the freeway route which passes around the east end of the lake as more precisely described in the hearing record where it is identified as the A-2 route." As counsel for the City of Eagan, Minnesota, a party to the above entitled proceedings and the municipality in which the A-2 segment of I -35-E is located, I wish to note that several objections and reservations to the action of the DNR Staff and implications of the Response and proposed Order. it would appear that the implication of the DNR Staff Response and proposed Order is that all regulatory and statutory proceedings necessary to initiate, consider, approve and _.review.a new project locating I -35-E in the east end of the Blackhawk Lake basin on a new and different alignment requiring new designs, anew right-of-way designation and ultimately new takings have already occurred. However, the statutory scheme of federal and state highway development requires that permits must be initiated by the Department of Transpor- ,tation and must be reviewed consistent with federal and state environmental requirements and must be subject'to possible challenge by residents and affected communities under the federal and state environmental laws. The proceedings before the Commissioner at this time contained no such permit application for federal and state environmental reviews.specifically following the statutory scheme. There is no•sugges:tion in the bNR Staff'Response or proposed Order as to any authority in federal or state laws, rules or regu- lations which would allow the Commissioner' to issue a permit for A-2 on the.strength of these proceedings. Moreover, the Staff Response and proposed Order do not provide even the barest specification of the work in 'public waters or other action of a state agency, municipality or private party which constitute the "permitted" activity supposedly to result from the entry of this order. / Mr. Joseph N. AlexaAler Acting Commissioner Department of Natural Resources November 29, 1978 Page - 3 - As the DNR Staff is aware, the jurisdiction of any single agency does not encompass all approvals, reviews and considera- tions which are accorded other agencies, communities and individuals under applicable laws and regulations. Therefore, the implication of the Response and proposed Order is erroneous in suggesting that the entry of such an Order can sweep away the requisiteadministrative actions and community input. The proponents of the A-1 corridor have outlined the potential delays of selecting an A-2 corridor',while the opponents in- cluding the DNR Staff have contended that such delays may he eliminated or ignored. We must unfortunately conclude that the Staff Response and proposed Order are submitted for the purpose of advancing the Staff's adversary position that administrative procedures required by law may be eliminated or ignored. In doing so, we believe that the Staff has exceeded its role as 'a party to this proceeding. 'rime does not permit a detialed explication of the procedures which are required in initiating, considering, approving and reviewing amajor project such as the A-2 corridor. These procedures have been the subject of extensive consideration in the administrative proceedings and are a matter o.`. recor.d. In behalf of the City of Eagan, the undersigned formally lodges an objection to the DNR Staff Response and proposed 0 i:C,-r and states that contrary to the implcation thereof and contrary to any action which the Commissioner might undertake in adopting the Staff proposed Order there will necessarily flow from the rejection'of.the A-1 alternative a significant and substantial delay in the implementation and completion of I -35-E of several years. Yours very truly, LINDQUIST & VENNU.-I By . Maclay R. Hyde Attorneys for. City of Eagan, MN MRII/c Enclosure CC: A. 11. Clapp, .III, Esq. Charles Dayton, Esq. William P. Donohue, Esq. . Luther M. St-alland, Esq. Vance B. Grannis, Jr., Esq. BCC': ✓thomas Hedges Rod Hardy AGENDA EAGAN CITY COUNCIL -.SPECIAL MEETING .EAGAN,,.MINNESOTA CITY HAIL DECEMBER 12, 1978 7:00 P.M. i. 7:00 - Roll Call and Pledge of Allegiance. II. OLD BUSINESS A. Dakota County Library Facility. III. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. Imp. Project No. 257 - storm sewer to Heine Lake to Blackhawk Lake and Oak Chase Pond outlet. B. Imp: Project No., 254 - utilities and streets .to Safari Estates. C. Imp. Project No. 255 - utilities and streets to Thomas Lake Addition. D. imp. Project No. 259 - utilities and streets to Vienna Woods. E. Imp. Project 261 - utilities and streets to Ches Mar East 1st, 2nd and 3rd Additions. IV. OTHER BUSINESS V. VISITORS TO BE HEARD* VI. ADJOURNMENT *For those persons who are not on the agenda 41 • MEMO..TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS . FROM: CITY ADMINISTRATOR HEDGES DATE: DECEMBER 8, 1978 SUBJECT: AGENDA INFORMATION The following memorandum is offered as background information for the special City Council meeting to'be held on Tuesday, December 12, 1978. Old Business A. Dakota County Library facility -- Mayor Murphy has been contacted by Dakota County regarding the possibility of locat- ing the County library headquarters in the City of Eagan. The Dakota County Board of Commissioners and the Dakota County Library Board would like to meet with the City Council and/ or City staff to discuss the possibility of utilizing a portion of the 40 acre parcel of property owned by the City of Eagan for the County library headquarters. Mayor Murphy has pre- pared a memorandum to the City Council and a Resolution for review and consideration. Copies of the resolution and the 'memorandum are enclosed on pages C� through y The City Administrator has enclosed a copy of the letter and City Council minutes relating to previous action by the City Council regarding the possibility of locating a library facility within the City of Eagan. A copy of the letter and City Council minutes are enclosed on page S through for your reference. Public Hearings A. Imp. Project 257, Storm sewer to Heine Lake to Blackhawk Lake and Oak Chase Pond outlet -- A public hearing is scheduled to consider the proposed improvement project 257 which includes the construction of storm sewer trunk from Thomas Lake to Blackhawk Lake. A legal notice was advertised in the Dakota County Tribune for two weeks and all residents affected by th e proposed improvement were sent legal notice. Director of Public Works Colbert and Consulting Engineer Rosene conducted a neighborhood informational meeting at the City Hall on Thursday, December 7, 1978 to discuss the overall project as described with those property owners in attendance. Approximately 45 people were present and for additional information regarding the informational hearing please refer to a memorandum pre- pared by Director of Public Works Colbert enclosed on pages —L— .through. W I• • MEMO TO: MEMBERS OF THE'EAGAN CITY COUNCIL FROM: MAYOR LEO MURPHY DATE: DECEMBER 8, 1978 SUBJECT: PROPOSED LIBRARY I am enclosing a resolution for your consideration at the December 12, 1978 Council meeting. The County wanted something in writing. The Administrator was going to research previous Council action in reference to a library facility. The results of my poll of Council Members on the County library were all affirmative for pursuing the matter further. i believe that the County Library Board intends to make this the County Library Headquarters. The advantages I see of a library headquarters over a branch library are: 1. All new books and periodicals will come to the headquarters first and be available to Eagan residents. Branch libraries do not stock all the books and periodicals; they have to be ordered from the headquarters necessitating a second trip to pick them up. 2. The Burnsville Library has excellent pre-school and lower grades material.and learning facilities as well as reading rooms for 'periodicals and a tape library. These are geared to branch library.size and they would probably be larger and more complete in the main library headquarters. 3. Eagan residents go'to the Burnsville library often stopping and shopping at the neighborhood shopping center. That money should be spent in Eagan and will be if Eagan has a library. 4. County Library headquarters will attract people from sur- rounding communitiesand these people will spend money in Eagan, thus, helping our businessmen. 5. The County proposes some modest county services in the library'building such as a place to pay taxes, a place to purchase hunting and driver's licenses etc. and probably a computer outlet terminal, similar to our police dispatch center, where real estate information can be obtained. Library Memo Page Two December 8, 1978 6.- The Burnsville Library does have community meeting rooms. The County Library headquarter building would also and probably would be larger. The City might be able to induce the Library. ._-Board to,have a large meeting room or auditorium and this .would be ideal for overflow City Council meetings. A large meeting .:room woiil'd-not be possible with a branch library. 7. Parking facilities could be shared by the library and the Eagan facilities. Philosophically speaking, I feel that as a member of a council promoting the health, safety and well-being of the residents, that part ofthat well-being consists of providing facilities for the uplifting and improving of the intellect or mind. We approve beer and liquor licenses.,.discoteques etc..that satisfy the physical needs; we now have the opportunity to,promote a facility that will help upgrade the quality of life in Eagan. It has been said that man is only one generation away from reverting back to primitive life. It is the responsibility of each of the adult generation to promote the intellectual development and aesthetic appreciation of each new generation. i.look forward with enthusiasm to promoting the library. I believe exchanging a few acres of ground fora library is a. good bargain.. 0 RESOLUTION CITY OF EAGAN 0 WHEREAS, the Dakota County Library'Board plans to build a- new' library; and, WHEREAS, Eagan is their first choice for the location; and, WHEREAS, the Library Board does not have funds for a land purchase; and WHEREAS, the Library Board has gone before the Dakota County Board of Commissioners requesting that the County staff search for sites that would be made available to them at no cost including the possibility of locating -it in the County Holland Jensen Park property; and, WHEREAS, the City.of Eagan has added an additional 20 acres to their City office park; and, WHEREAS, all members of the Eagan City Council are interested in pursuing with the County the possibility of donating some of -this acreage for a County Library facility; THEREFORE, in a motion by seconded the City Council of Eagan requeststhe County Board of Commissioners and/or the Library Board to designate County personnel and/or the Library Board CX -staff to meet with the 'Eagan City Council and/or staff to pursue the possibility of,locating the library 1 in Eagan's office park. Dated: �, CITY COUNCIL t CITY OF EAGAN ATTEST: CITY CLERK BY: MAYOR LEO MUR-. Y.rOe rHOMAS.EGAN MARK PARRANTO JAMES A. SWTM L4EODORE WAC.TER .uIC.L -1.91.1 March 14, 1978 9 CITY OF EAGAN 3786 PILOT KNOB ROAD EAGAN, MINNESOTA 87122 PHONE 4548100 Commissioner James Kennedy Dakota County Government Center 1560 west Highway 55 Hastings, MN 5.5033 Re: Dakota County Library Facility Dear Commissioner Kennedy: 0 THOMAS HEDGES CITY AOYIYI9 TR.tOw At a special meeting of the Eagan City Council held on Monday, March 13, 1978, I was directed to write a letter expressing our enthusiasm toward the possibility of locating - a library facility within the City of Eagan. ALYCE BOLKE CITr CLERK The City of Eagan owns twenty (20) acres of land in the center of the community (at the intersection of County Road 31 and Westcott Road). This property was purchased by the City to accomodate various governmental facilities that will be needed as the community continues to grow. The City Council is receptive to locating a county library facility on City property. However, before a decision can be made by the City Council to consider giving land, many questions such as size of the library facility and amount of land required for such a facility would have to be examined. Also, the City must decide whether twenty (20) acres is adequate for additional facilities such as a library and if the land is not adequate it is possible that additional land could be acquired adjacent to the City owned property. Your assistance and attention appreciated. If you.have any please feel free to contact me Sincerely, Thomas L. Hedges City Administrator skk to this matter is greatly questions regarding this matter at any time. N7 THE LONE OAK TREE ... THE SYMBOL OF STRENGTH AND GROWTH IN OUR COMMUNITY. 7 0 DAKOTA COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES TELEPHONE 435.8111 II0I WEST COUNTY ROAD 42. OURNSV ILLE, MINNESOTA 55337 April 21, 1978 Mr. Thomas L. Hedges City Administrator City of Eagan 3795 Pilot Knob Road Eagan, MN 55122 Dear Mr. Hedges: I enjoyed meeting you and discussing our mutual concern for improved library services in the City of Eagan. At the April 20, 1978 meeting of the Dakota County Library Board, the proposal put forth by Eagan as outlined in your letter of March 14, 1978 and as further explored in our meeting of April 19, was discussed. The gist of the discussion'was reservation on the part of the Library Board to deviate from the plan to use the site at the County park in south Eagan as a possible site for a new library building. There was some concern registered as to whether or not there would be sufficient space on the Eagan twenty acre site for a 50,000 square feet building with expansion to another 50,000 should the need ever arise. The Library Board was delighted with the interest and support of Eagan for a permanent library facility in your community and we will be happy to work with you toward our common goal for better library service for Eagan and all of Dakota County. Cordially, Roderick Mac Donald Director RMD/jl cc: C. Mertensotto, President, Dakota County Library Board A05 "I RC'.; 24-1973 1 MINUTES OF A SPECIAL MEETING OF THE EAGAN CITY COUNCIL EAGAN, MINNESOTA March 13, 1978 .A special meeting of.the Eagan City Council was held on March 13, 1978 at 5:00 p.m. at City Hall to review the bids on the $1,800,000 General Obligation Refunding Improvement Bonds which had been opened at 12:00 p.m. Those present were: Mayor Murphy, Council Members Egan, Parranto, Smith and Wachter. Also present were City Administrator Hedges, City Clerk Bolke and Phyllis Slattery, Bill Gablisch and Rod Pakonon from Miller and Schroeder. A tabulation of the four bids which were received is attached hereto and made a part of the official record. To satisfy the escrow it was necessary to sell an additional $20,000 of bonds thereby making the total refunding issue $1,800,000. Upon motion by Council'Member Smith, seconded by Council Member Wachter, all members voting aye, it was RESOLVED that the sale of, $1,800,000 General Obligation Refunding Improvement Bonds be awarded to Banc Northwest for a total interest cost of $387,299.38 and a net interest rate of 4.66068. Upon motion by Council Member Wachter, seconded by Council Member Parranto, all members voting aye, it was RESOLVED that the Resolution -establishing the terms of the'bond sale be approved. ...The City Administrator stated that Dakota County Commissioner Kennedy has notified the City of Eagan that the Dakota County Library Board i -a considering a new library facility in the Eagan area. After a brief discussion.the City Administrator was directed to write a letter to Commissioner Kennedy expressing enthusiasm toward the location of a library facility in the City of Eagan. The twenty (20) 0 3-13-78 acres`of property in Section 22 that was purchased for future expansion is to be considered. :-Upon motion of Wachter, seconded by Parranto, the meeting, adjourned at 6:00 p.m. Dated: March 13, 1978 f City Clerk MINUTES OF A SPECIAL MEETIt?C OF THE EAGAN CIT`! COUNCIL EAGAH, MINNESOTA April 27, 1978 A special meeting of the Eagan City Council was held on.April 27, 1978 at x7-00,=p:m.-,at:.the-Eagan City Hall.All Council Members were present. Also present was City Administrator Hedges. LEAGUE CONVENTION. City Administrator fledges reported that the League,of Minnesota Cities convention is to be held on June 7,8, and 9 at the Downtown Minneapolis Radisson Rotel. It was generally agreed that one reservation be made for a City Council Member to attend the convention in addition to members of the City staff who are planning to attend various parts of the convention. ORP. PROPERTY. The City Administrator recommended that the farm house which Is presently occupied by Hollis Orr and 'owned by the City of Eagan be toured by the Public Works -Committee to determine a rent for the house which will be evacuated on June 30, 1978. The City Administrator stated that Mr. Orr is asking that the City of Eagan purchase a.security light for $60. After a discussion by the City Council it was determined that the security light is part of the .real estate and therefore is owned by the City of Eagan. City Council Members Parranto and Wachter agreed to investigate the farm house and other buildings on Monday, flay 1, 1978 so that a rate of rent and improvements that are necessary to the property can be determined. PUBLIC FACILITY'CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS. The City Administrator reported that the Volunteer=Fire Department is working on plans for Fire Station 03 which is planned for the Wilderness Rua area. The City Administrator also reported that it was learned in &.recent meeting with the Dakota County Library Board that a 50,000 square foot library facility could be constructed on City property if adequate land is available. 'After discussion by City Council Members, it was generally agreed that the City should pursue the feasibility.of purchasing 4-27-78 additional property adjacent to the 20 acres owned by the City southeast of the intersection at Wescott Road and Pilot Knob Road. It was generally agreed by members of the City Council tbat 20 acres would more than likely not be an adequate amount of land to provide facilities for government services for the City of Eagan and possibly Dakota County in future years. There was also a discussion as to when the second story addition to the Police Department facility should be built tq accomodate administrative offices and City Council chambers. Without detailed study available,, it was generally discussed that the facility would be needed in three to five years. DAKOTA COUNTY CENTRAL DISPATCH CENTER. Chief of Police DesLauriere,reported that a committee has.been investigating the feasibility of establishing a county wide central dispatch center in Dakota County for the past several years. He stated that a.federal grant was received by the Dakota County Law Enforcement Association approximately a year and a half ago to study the cost and feasibility of a central dispatch system for Dakota County. Chief of Police DesLauriers reported that Ralph White and Associates were hired and the report was completed in September, 1977. He stated that the City of Eagan.could encounter additional costs of approximately $20,000 per year for the City's share of a central dispatch center. He further indicated that the capability of the County computer is not' known and it appears there could be duplication at the local level. Chief of Police DesLauriers also stated that the City of Eagan would continue its 24 hour operation to properly handle local service calls and also that the level of dispatching that is now provided could not be provided through a central dispatch system. Chief of Police DesLauriere.stated .that the County Board is asking that governing bodies in Dakota County comment on the central dispatch system project by Junel, 1978. After a discussion on the.matter it was generally agreed that the City'Administrator would be directed to send a letter to the Dakota.County Board of i PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR COLBERT'S MEMO WAS NOT READY AT THE TIME THAT THE PACKET WAS READY FOR DISTRIBUTION. IT WILL BE MADE AVAILABLE TO THE COUNCIL MEMBERS AT THE MEETING ON TUESDAY EVENING AT THE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING. eaye 1'WO • December 8, 1978 • For 'additional information regarding the public hearing and proposed improvements, please refer to the consulting engineer's report, a copy is enclosed on pages through_. B. Imp. Project 254 - Utilities and streets in Safari Estates -- A public hearing is scheduled to consider sanitary sewer, water storm sewer and street improvements to Safari Estates referred to as,project 254. Legal notice was published in the Dakota County Tribune for two consecutive weeks and also property owners affected by the proposed improvements were sent legal notice of the hearing. For additional information on the cost of the project, please refer to the preliminary report as prepared by the consulting City Engineer, a copy is enclosed on pages q__through -)� for your reference. C. Imp. Project 255 - Utilities and streets, Thomas Lake Addition -- A public hearing is scheduled to consider the proposed sewer, water, storm sewer and street improvements for the Thomas Lake Addition. Legal notice was published in the Dakota County Tribune for two consecutive weeks and all residents affected by the improvements were sent notice of the hearing. For additional information on the proposed improvements please refer to the consulting City Engineer's report, a copy is enclosed on pages ,� y _through for your reference. D. Imp. Project 259 - Utilities and streets to Vienna Woods -- A public hearing is scheduled to consider sewer, water, storm sewer and street improvements for Vienna Woods. A legal notice was published in the Dakota County Tribune for.two consecutive weeks and all property owners affected by the proposed improvements were sent legal notice of the public hearing. For additional information regarding the proposed improvements please refer to the Consulting City Engineer's report, a copy is enclosed on pages 17 through .�(? for your reference. E. Imp. Project 261 - Utilities and streets to Ches Mar East 1st, 2nd and 3rd Additions -- A public hearing is scheduled to consider sewer, water storm sewer and street improvements to Ches Mar East 1st, 2nd and 3rd Additions. A legal notice was published in the Dakota County Tribune for two consecutive weeks and all property owners affected by the proposed improve- ment were sent notice of the public hearing. For additional information on the matter please refer to the preliminary report as.prepared by the Consulting City Engineer, a copy is enclosed on pages ,�/ through or,your reference. /3 B i , R �U , YKe. . eg le �/ W. //d"A 4444mV 36 One G. Bonemoo, P.E. Lawrence P. Feldtlen, P.£: .2335 _7___ _� Robert W. Roane, P.E. Glenn R. Cook. P.E. 94 pada. M&mmdd4 55113 Joseph C. Anded1k, P.E. Keith A. Gordon. P.E. Bradford A. Lemberg, P.E. Thoma P. Noyes, P.E. Plwm& 636-4600 - Robert D. Frlgaerd, P.E. Richard W. Poster, P.E. Richard E. Turner, P.E. Robert G. Schwlchl, P.P. James C. Olson, P.E. Marvin L. Sorvda, P.S. Donald C. Burgardt, P.S. Kenneth R. Metster, P.S. Charles A. Erlekson Preliminary Report on Leo M.Pateelsky Radon M. Olson Storm Sewer Trunk to Blackhawk Lake Improvement Project 257 Eagan, Minnesota November 21, 1978 SCOPE: This project includes the construction of storm sewer trunks in Section,21, 27 and 28 in Eagan, Minnesota. FEASIBILITY AND RECOMMENDATIONS: The project is feasible and is in accordance with the Master Plan for Storm Sewer for the City of Eagan. It can best be carried out as outlined herein and not as a part of any other project. DISCUSSION: The Master Plan for Storm Water Drainage shows the outlet to Thomas Lake to flow through a series of ponds to Blackhawk Lake. This outlet was expected to be constructed during the development of the land through which the outlet is located. High water on Thomas Lake has caused flooding problems at existing homes on'East Thomas Lake. Thomas Lake this year reached an all time high as far as recorded levels are concerned. Flooding on Carlson Lake also occurred and the construction of a lift station to control the level in this lake is under con- struction. Pumping from Carlson Lake into Thomas Lake with the new lift station cannot be carried out without a proper outlet to Thomas Lake as it would cause flooding on Thomas Lake. As part of the Thomas Lake Road project, the trunk storm sewer is being constructed from a point just west of the west end of Thomas Lake to the pond west of Heine First Addition at County Road 30. Overflow from Thomas Lake cannot Page 1. 0 0 be accommodated in this trunk unless an -outlet to the Heine Addition pond is provided or flooding will occur in Heine First Addition. The proposed trunk storm sewer from Co. Rd. 30 to Blackhawk Lake follows the route of the present sanitary sewer easement wherever possible. Where deviation from the existing easement is required, the trunk storm sewer will follow expected development patterns. Some ponding easements will be required from property owners of ponds shown to be required on the trunk Storm Sewer Master Plan. In the future, a lift station outlet will be required at the west end of Blackhawk Lake. The amount of water currently to be discharged from Thomas Lake to Blackhawk Lake is not expected to raise Blackhawk Lake over a foot. The long range planning anticipates raising the water level several feet at Black - hawk Lake to improve it as a Lake. The lift station will be required in the future when its need is demonstrated by reaching the projected high water level of Blackhawk Lake. Also included herein is the lift station outlet and force main required to control the level of the two interconnected ponds in Oak Chase 1st Addition. The force main has been installed from the south side of Wilderness Run Road to the ponding area to the north and this pond has been provided with an over- flow to Carlson Lake. Flooding has occurred on the Oak Chase Ponds but it has not been possible to relieve this high water condition due to the flooding condition on Carlson Lake. With the outlets to.Thomas Lake and Carlson Lake completed, this lift station outlet will be feasible. It is anticipated that all costs of this project will be paid from the Storm Sewer Trunk Fund with assessments levied against benefited property within Page 2. /S_ the drainage area. Because of the large size of the drainage area and because additional trunk system improvements will be required in the drainage area in the future, assessments will be levied against those properties most immedi- ately benefited which are considered to be the existing developed areas and those currently planned for development. Assessments will be levied in accordance with the current storm sewer assessment policy. This policy allows for a reduction in the rate on large lot single family residential property for lots over 16,538 sq.ft. and up to 5 acres. Credit is given on the assessment for the area of any ponding area for which a pondingeasement is given to the City. In those developments where trunk storm sewer was installed during develop- ment,'it is assumed that the residents of the drainage area served by that trunk storm sewer paid for it with the price of their lots. A credit is given for these trunk storm sewer oversizing costs previously paid during development. For those areas where the full Trunk Storm Sewer Oversize Costs were paid during.development, no further Trunk Storm Sewer Oversize Assessment will be levied by this project and is not anticipated to be required by future projects. AREA TO BE INCLUDED: The NE'k of the NW'k of Section 21, T27N, R23W, Eagan, Mn. The SE'k of the NW'k of Section 21 The SW'k of the NE'k of Section 21 The SE'k of Section 21 The NE'k of Section 28 The SE'k of Section.28 The NW'k of Section 27 All of the Wilderness Run 1st Addition, Section 29 All of the Wilderness Run 2nd Addition, Section 29 Page 3. 0 0 All of the Wilderness Run 3rd Addition, Section 29 All of the Wilderness Run 4th Addition, Section 29 All of the Wilderness Run 5th Addition, Section 29 All of the Wilderness Park Addition, Section 29 All of the Oak Chase 1st Addition, Section 29 All of the Oak Chase 2nd Addition, Section 29 All of the Oak Chase 3rd Addition, Section 29 COST ESTIMATES: The following cost estimates include engineering, legal, administrative and other costs appurtenant to the project: Storm Sewer Trunk Cost Heine Lake to Blackhawk Lake $ 535,000 Oak Chase Pond Outlet 39,000 TOTAL PROJECT COST ............... $ 574,000 ASSESSMENTS: Assessments are proposed to be levied against benefited property in accordance with current City policy. Current City rates are as follows: Trunk Storm Sewer Oversize - Single Family ......$0.0260/sq.ft. Multi -Family ........ $0.0325/sq.ft. Comm. & Ind ......... $0.0390/sq.ft. Large Single Family Lots up to 1 AC..............$430/lot Large S.F. lots over 1 acre - Area in acres times $430.00/lot up to 5 acres. I hereby certify that this report was prepared by me or under my direct supervision and that I am a duly Registered Professional Engineer under the laws of the State of Minnesota. 4Z4AA,, l (A) Robert W. Rosene Date: November 21, 1978 Reg. No. 3488 Page 4. /% JOHNNY CAKE_ fc� ----- -N P � 0 cZ \ \\ -i C Scale: 1" = 1000' T EXISTING TORM SEWER THOMAS ---- -- } �\IQ� � D VPROP�OSED EIN l HOM LAE w PILOT KNOB Cf'—� RD. EX �—fI D FORCE MAI 0 I � 1 (� CARAKE N U BLACK HAWK LAKE STORM SEWER OAK CHAS ROAD FORCE MAIN PROPOSED STATION IMPROVEMENT PROJECT 257 BONESTR00, ROSENE, ANDERUK & ASSOC, INC. 49123 4tej�? YOM 2335 W. 7ewmeig WI[y "mf 86 A Pt4 MJwwado& 85113 P"- 636-4600 0 egj"' , W F to Ono G. Boneslmo. P.E. Robert W. Rosen, P.E. Joseph C. Anderlik. P.E. Bradford A. Lemberg, P.E. Robert D. Frlgaard, P.E. Richard E. Tamer, P.E. James C. Olson, P.E. Preliminary Report on Sanitary Sewer, Water, Storm Sewer and Street Improvements Safari Estates Improvement Project 254 Eagan, Minnesota November 15, 1978 La,rrence P. Feldthn, P.E. Glenn R. Cook, P.E. Keith A. Gordon, P.E. Thomas E. Noyes, P.E. Richard W. Posler, P.E. Robert G. ScMmlchl, P.P. Marvin L. Sorvala, P.R. Donald C. Burgordt. P.E. Kenneth R. Wines. P.E. Charles A. Eriduon Leo M. Pmeehky Harlan M. Olson SCOPE: The project covers the construction of sanitary sewer trunks and laterals, storm sewer trunks and laterals and streets serving the proposed Safari Estates Development in Eagan, Minnesota. The proposed Safari Estates plat is located in the southwest quarter of Section 32 in Eagan, Minnesota. FEASIBILITY AND RECOMMENDATIONS: The project as proposed is feasible and is in ac- cordance with the Master Comprehensive Plans for Sanitary Sewer, Water, Storm Sewer and the Major Street Plan for the City of Eagan, Minnesota. For bidding and con- struction purposes the project can best be carried out in two separate portions, one for utilities and the other for the street improvements. DISCUSSION: The proposed Safari Estates Development consists of 51 single family I residential lots located west of Galaxie Avenue in the Southwest quarter of Section I 32 in Eagan. The platted property is very hilly and has a heavy wooded cover. The I plat also has many large estate type lots. These factors all tend to increase the costs of improvements. The utilities have been routed to provide the most econo- mical combination yet preserve as much of the natural cover on the plat as possible. Sanitary sewer service to the proposed addition will be provided by extending a trunk sanitary sewer from the intersection of Rahn Road and Cliff Road south I along the section line to the right of way of Interstate Highway 35E. The trunk I line will cross I -35E at right angles to the highway centerline and then continue I Page 1. I I 0 0 i . I i in a southerly direction around two storm water holding ponds terminating on the section line westerly of the proposed development. Sanitary sewer laterals will be located in the streets to serve all lots. The lateral to serve Safari Circle will be routed along Safari Circle, Galaxie and across an easement where it will connect with Safari Court South. Trunk water mains will be extended from the Southeast corner of the Vienna Woods Development. An 18 inch diameter trunk water main will be routed east from Vienna Woods to Interstate Highway 35E, cross the highway at right angles and con- tinue east and south following the trunk sewer alignment wherever possible ter - minting at the Safari Estates Development. A water storage site is proposed within the Safari Estates Development. A 24 inch trunk water main will be installed along the "By -Pass" Road from the storage site to Galaxie Avenue. Alternate water storage sites are also currently under investigation and may alter the trunk water main costs, however the lateral Development should remain as indicated in this report. Water main laterals will be extended to serve all menta along lot linesare needed to loop the laterals. lines to connect the "By Pass" Road and Safari Circle. nett Safari Circle and Safari Court South and a third Court North with Galaxie Avenue. These easements need :osts for the Safari Estates platted lots. Several ease - One is required along lot Another is needed to con - Ls needed to connect Safari only be ten feet wide. The Master Storm Sewer Plan for the City of Eagan indicates that the storm run- off from the platted development will flow in a northerly direction. Trunk storm sewer will be installed along Galaxie Avenue to carry 70 cfs from Apple Valley and the runoff.from Safari Circle. The Storm Sewer will follow an easement connecting Galaxie Avenue with Safari Court South. The storm sewer must carry an additional Page 2. F1 P 36 cfs from the Dakota County Park. The storm sewer will follow Safari Court So. to Safari Trail across the "By Pass" Road to a pond located on the Section Line and northeast of the development. One other section of storm sewer consisting of two catch basins and the connecting pipe will drain a low point on the "By Pass" Road to a low marsh on the west side of the "By Pass" Road. All the interior streets in Safari Estates will be constructed as normal residential streets, 32 feet wide with a bituminous surface, with concrete curb and gutter and having a 5 ton per axle carrying capability. The "By Pass" Road is being graded by the Minnesota Department of Transportation in conjunction with the construction of Cedar Avenue and Interstate Highway 35E. COST ESTIMATES: The following coat estimates include construction costs plus 17 percent for engineering, legal, administrative and other costs appurtenant to the project: ITEM TRUNKS LATERALS TOTAL Sanitary Sewer $250,000 $135,900 $285,900 Water Main 127,400 95,000 222,400 Service Stubs 30,000 30,000 Storm Sewer 193.500 74,500 268.000 Total Utilities $570,900 $335,400 $806,300 Street Improvements ...................................................... 80,900 Total Project Costs ....................................................$887,200 * Includes one half of "By Pass" Road. Page 3. PROJECTED DEVELOPERS COSTS The Safari Estates Development contains 51 residential lots. The following costs are proportioned on a per lot basis. ITEM TOTAL COSTS COST PER LOT Sanitary Sewer Laterals $ 135,900 $ 2,665 Water Laterals Service Stubs Storm Sewer TOTAL UTILITIES Street Improvements* $ 95,000 $ 1,865 $ 30,000 $ 590 $ 74,500 1,460 $ 335,400 $ 6,580 $ 80,900 1,590 TOTAL $ 416,300 $ 8,170 *Includes one half of "By Pass" Road. Estimated cost for one half of the "By Pass" Road is $37,000. ASSESSMENTS: Assessments are proposed to be levied against benefited property in accordance with current City policy. Current rates are as follows: Lateral Benefit from a Trunk Water Main $9.00/FF Trunk Water Main Oversize Area Charge $590/Ac. Trunk Storm Sewer Area Charge $0.026/Sq.ft. Sewer Treatment Plant -connection charge $500/SAC Unit Water Supply 6 Storage -connection charge $250/Res. I hereby certify that this report was prepared by me or under my direct supervision and that I am a duly Registered Professional Engineer under the laws of the State of Minnesota. Lawrence F. Feldsien Date: November 20, 1978 Reg. No. 9103 Page 4. Ex. Son. Sewer r Q O CLIFF ROAD Proposed /V U San. Sewer/ . W h� M hj r i D W �C • i 5'r Ez. Water Mai �r v r Pro osed / roposed Water Main, r Storm Sewer %% r Proposed Water Main cr / r A In y/�. r, Proposed DAKOTA COUNTY / , San. Sewer W PARK U / / Proposed Q v Storm Sewer Q osed Storm Sewer 8 Son. Sewer rEAGAN APPLE VALLEY \\ SAFARI ESTATES SANITARY SEWER WATER MAIN STORM SEWER & STREETS IMPROVEMENT PROJECT 254. 3 NNE TM4 RMNE, ANDERUK & 49120 Scale : I 1000 /3 RYqm&As y4, 9.w. 2885 *4 -AmNA adilylra" 86 Otto G. Bonntroo, P.H. Lowpnn P. Peldslen, P.R. /� . J\ 1 AA/fidwaGAA 55!18 Robert W. Roser, P.E. Glenn R. Cook, P.B. 204 Joseph C. Anderllk, P.P. Belth A. Gordon,Garden, P.R. 1 Pbo^w 6864600 Bradford A. Lemberg, P.B. Thomas B. Noyes, P.B. Robert D. Frlgaard, P.E. Richard W. Foster, P.B. ' Richard E. Turner, P.E. Robert G. SchstNUV, P.B. James C. Olson, P.S. Marrin L. Sorvala, P.R. Donald C. Burgordh P.E. Bernath R. Afrum, P.P. Preliminar Re ort on y P A. Ericsson Sewer, Water, Storm Sewer and Streets Leo M. Lao M. Parvehky aarlm Motion Thomas Lake Addition Improvement Project 255 Eagan, Minnesota November 21, 1978 SCOPE: This project covers the construction of sanitary sewer, water and storm sewer laterals and streets serving the Thomas Lake Addition in Eagan, Minnesota. FEASIBILITY AND RECOMMENDATIONS: The project is feasible and is in accordance with the Master Plans for Sanitary Sewer, Water and Storm Sewer and the Major Street Plan for the City of Eagan. For construction purposes it can best be carried out in two projects; one for utilities and the other for street improve- ments. DISCUSSION: The proposed Thomas Lake Addition consists of 8 single family residential lots located north of Cliff Road near Thomas Lake. The proposed plat is located in Section 28 in Eagan, Minnesota. The proposed plat will receive sanitary sewer service through a lateral connecting to a trunk sewer located west of the proposed plat. Future develop- ment to the east will also be served by this lateral. Water service will be provided by connecting to the 24" diameter water trunk in place in Cliff Road. A stub was constructed to the north side of Cliff Road during the construction of the trunk for the purpose of serving the proposed Thomas Lake Addition and other development in the area. Storm sewer drainage for the proposed plat will consist of laterals,drain- ing to a small siltation pond near Thomas Lake and to Thomas Lake directly. All of the streets within the proposed Thomas Lake Addition will be con- structed as normal residential streets with 32' wide bituminous surfaces, con- crete curb and gutter and 5 ton carrying capabilities. In order to serve the Thomas Lake Addition with utilities and streets it is necessary to cross other properties with these services. It is expected that properties to the west of the addition will share in the cost of these services. AREA TO BE INCLUDED: The West 600' of the SE'k of the SE'k of Section 28, T27N, R23W The South 600' of the SW'k of the SE'k of Section 28 COST ESTIMATES: The following cost estimates include construction costs plus 17% for engineering, legal, administrative and other costs appurtenant to the project: Thomas Lake Item Addition Others Total Sanitary Sewer $15,600 $20,400 $36,000 Water Main 8,800 1,400 10,200 Services 4,000 --- 4,000 Storm Sewer 6,400 3,200 9,600 Total Utilities $34,800 $25,000 $59,800 Street Improvements 21,600 3,900 25,500 Total Project $56,400 $28,900 $85,300 PROJECTED DEVELOPER'S COSTS Item Total Cost Cost Per Lot Sanitary Sewer Laterals $15,600 $1,950 Water Laterals 8,800 1,100 Water Trunks 2,800 350 Services 4,000 500 Storm Sewer Laterals 6,400 800 Storm Sewer Trunks 5,600 700 Total Utilities $43,200 $5,400 Street Improvements 21,600 2,700 TOTAL PROJECT ............................. $64,800 $8,100 Page 2. S 0 0 ASSESSMENTS: Assessments are proposed to be levied against benefited property in accordance with current City policy. Current City rates are as follows: Trunk Water Main Area Charge .................$590/Acre Trunk Storm Sewer Area Charge ................$0.026/Sq.ft. Sewer Treatment Plant ........................$500/Res. Water Supply and Storage ......................$250/Res. I hereby certify that this report was pre- pared by me or under my direct supervision and that I am a duly Registered Professional Engineer under the laws of the State of Minnesota. Keith A. Gordon Date: November 21, 1978 Reg. No. 10204 Page 3. a(0 2335 W. 9awae6 esef19irrr" 36 94 pard, MLra ma& 55Jfs plaaer 636-k600 Preliminary Report on. Sewer, Water, Storm Sewer and Street Improvements in Vienna Woods Improvement Project 259 Eagan, Minnesota November 20, 1978 is e""ap ic Otto G. Bonestroo. P.E. Robed W. Rosen., P.E. Joseph C. Anderllk. P.E. Bradl.,d A. Lemberg. P.E. Robert D. Frigaard, P.E. Richard E. ruiner, P.E. James C. Olson, P.E. Lawrence F. Feldsle., P.E. Glenn R. Cook, P.E. Keith A. Garda., P.E. Thoma E. Noyes, P.E. Richard W. Foster, P.E. Robert G. Schmichl, P.F. Marvin L. Sorvala. P.E. Donald C. Burgardr. P.E. Kenneth R. Witte,. P.E. Charles A. Erickson Leo M. Pawlsky Nana. M. Olson SCOPE: This project includes the construction of sanitary sewer laterals, water trunks and laterals, storm sewer trunks and laterals and streets in the proposed Vienna Woods Addition in Eagan, Minnesota. FEASIBILITY AND RECOMMENDATIONS: The project is feasible and is in accordance with the Master Plans for sanitary sewer,water main and storm sewer and the Major Street Plan for the City of Eagan. For bidding purposes it can best be carried out in two projects; one for utilities and the other for street improvements. DISCUSSION: The proposed Vienna Woods Addition consists of 90 single family re- sidential and 15 double family residential lots located in section 31 in Eagan. This project also includes service to several existing homes in the area, three of which are in included in the plat. Sanitary sewer service to the proposed addition will be provided through a series of laterals draining to a 12" diameter trunk in place at the east end of Nancy Circle. Future service to residential property along Cedar Avenue will also be provided through these laterals. Improvement project No. 191 as ordered by the City Council provides for the construction of a 16" diameter water trunk from the intersection of Nancy Circle to the intersection of Cedar Avenue and Kings Road. It is proposed to construct the 16" trunk in conjunction with this project and extend it as an 18" trunk over the length Page 1. C) 0 of Kings Road. Laterals connecting to this trunk will serve the proposed Vienna Woods Addition as well as properties along Cedar Avenue. Improvement project No. 186 as ordered by the City Council provides for the construction of a trunk storm sewer from Pond AP;Bthrough the proposed addition and northerly to Pond AP -9 . Laterals draining to this trunk will drain the western three- fourths of Vienna Woods. The eastern edge of Vienna Woods will drain to a small pond located in the eastern portion of the addition. All of the streets within the proposed addition will be constructed as normal residential streets, 32' wide with bituminous surfaces, concrete curb and gutter and 5 ton carrying capabilities. AREA TO BE INCLUDED: The west 1,900' of the south half of the northeast quarter of section 31, town 27 north, range 23 west, Eagan, Minnesota. COST ESTIMATES: The following cost estimates include construction costs plus 17% for engineering, administrative, legal and other costs appurtenant to the project. Item Trunks Laterals Total Sanitary Sewer $129,600 $129,600 Water Main $38,400 102,600 141,000 Service Stubs 54,000 54,000 Storm Sewer 4,500 86,400 90,000 Total Utilities $42,900 $372,600 $415,500 Street Improvements 207,100 Total Project Cost $6229600 Page 2. .n 0 0 PROJECTED DEVELOPER'S COSTS Item Total Cost Cost Lot Sanitary Sewer Laterals $117,600 $1,200 Water Laterals 92,120 940 Water Trunks 19,600 200 Service Stubs 49,000 500 Storm Sewer Laterals 76,440 780 Storm Sewer Trunks 39,200 400 Total Utilities $393,960 $4,020 Street Improvements 186,200 1,900 Total Project $580,160 $5,920 ASSESSMENTS: Assessments are proposed to be levied against benefited property in accordance with current City policy. Current City rates are as follows: Lateral Benefit From Trunk Water $9.00/Lin.Ft. Trunk Water Main Area Charge $590/Net Ac. $280/Lot Trunk Storm Sewer Area Charge$0.026/Sq.Ft. Sewage Treatment Plant $500/Res. Water Supply & Storage $250/Res. I hereby certify that this report was prepared by me or under my direct supervision and that I am a duly Registered Professional Engineer under the laws of the State of Minnesota. Keith A. Gordon Date: November 20, 1978 Reg. No.10204 Page 3. aC v Q Cliff Rd. Q (Co. Rd. No. 32) Ex. Son. Sewer Proposed Ex. I Sloim Sewer Wolemoin Proposed San. Sewer 0 Proposed V Wolermain�� VIENNA WOODS North ,It SANITARY SEWER , WATERMAIN STORM SEWER & STREETS IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 259 49125 30 ocalem i = i,vvv MUTRK RMNE, ANDERUK & A550G, INC. SCOPE: This project covers the construction of sanitary sewer laterals, water trunks and laterals, storm sewer trunks and laterals and streets in the proposed Chea Mar East Addition in Eagan, Minnesota. FEASIBILITY AND RECOMMENDATIONS: The project is feasible and is in accordance with the Master Plans for sanitary sewer, water main and storm sewer and the Major Street Plan for the City of Eagan. For bidding purposes it can.best be carried out in two projects; one for utilities and the other for street improvements. The proposed Ches Mar East Addition consists of 48 single family re- sidential and 36 double family lots located on the north side of Cliff Road at the proposed intersection with Lexington Avenue. The First Addition consists of 23 single family and 16 double family residential lots located on the northeast quadrant of the intersection. Sanitary sewer service to the proposed plat would be provided through a series of laterals draining to the sanitary sewer trunk proposed for Wilderness Run Road. A short section of sewer lateral must cross property north of the proposed addition in order to connect to Wilderness Run Road. It is expected that the property lying between the proposed addition and Wilderness Run Road will bear the costof that part of the sanitary sewer lateral falling within their property. Page 1. 31 2335 W.-14amil eSQy/" 36 Otto O. Bonestroo, P.F. Lawretee F. Feldrlen, P.R. e� Paw/, MDusa" 551!3 Robert W. Rosent. P.E. Olean R. Cook. P.B. Joseph C. Anderllk, P.F. Filth A. Gordon. P.E. PkowaJ 46364600 A. Lemberg. P.E. Thomas E. Noyes, P.R. Robert Robert D. Frlgaard P.E. Richard W. Fond, P.E. Richard E. Turner, P.E. Robert O. SchwkhL P.E. James C, Olson,P.E. Marvin L. Sorvola, Pd. Donald C. Burgards, PP. Kenneth R. Mekter. P.E. Charles A. Erickson Leo M. Pawelsky Preliminary Report on Rarlaa M. Olson Sewer, Water, Storm Sewer and Streets in Chas Mar East Improvement Project 261 Eagan, Minnesota November 20, 1978 SCOPE: This project covers the construction of sanitary sewer laterals, water trunks and laterals, storm sewer trunks and laterals and streets in the proposed Chea Mar East Addition in Eagan, Minnesota. FEASIBILITY AND RECOMMENDATIONS: The project is feasible and is in accordance with the Master Plans for sanitary sewer, water main and storm sewer and the Major Street Plan for the City of Eagan. For bidding purposes it can.best be carried out in two projects; one for utilities and the other for street improvements. The proposed Ches Mar East Addition consists of 48 single family re- sidential and 36 double family lots located on the north side of Cliff Road at the proposed intersection with Lexington Avenue. The First Addition consists of 23 single family and 16 double family residential lots located on the northeast quadrant of the intersection. Sanitary sewer service to the proposed plat would be provided through a series of laterals draining to the sanitary sewer trunk proposed for Wilderness Run Road. A short section of sewer lateral must cross property north of the proposed addition in order to connect to Wilderness Run Road. It is expected that the property lying between the proposed addition and Wilderness Run Road will bear the costof that part of the sanitary sewer lateral falling within their property. Page 1. 31 Water service will be provided by extending the 24" trunk in place in Cliff Road to Lexington Avenue. A 20" diameter water trunk will then be placed in Lex- inton Avenue forming a loop to the water main proposed for Wilderness Run Road. Water laterals connecting to this 20" trunk water main will serve the proposed plat. Storm sewer laterals serving Ches Mar East will drain to several small ponds located near the north and east edges of the proposed addition. Outlets to these ponds may be provided in the future if needed.' All of the streets within the proposed Ches Mar East Addition will be construct- ed to the City standards for normal residential streets. A normal residential street in the City of Eagan has a 44' wide bituminous driving surface, surmountable con- crete curb and gutter and a 5 ton carrying capability. AREA TO BE INCLUDED: The south 1,500' of the Ek of the SE'k of Sec. 27, T27N, R23W. The Wk of the SW'y of the SWk of Sec. 26, The NW'k of the 'SW's of Sec. 26. COST ESTIMATES: The following cost estimates include construction costs plus 17% for engineering, legal, administrative and other costs appurtenant to the project. PHASE ONE ONLY Ches Mar Other Item Laterals Laterals Trunks Total Sanitary Sewer $ 62,400 $ 22,200 - $ 84,600 Water Main 37,050 $150,000 187,050 Service Stubs Storm Sewer Total Utilities Street Improvements Total Phase One 19,500 31.200 $150,150 $ 22,200 Page 2. 3�)_ 9.600 $159,600 19,500 40.800 $331,950 79.950 $411,900 0 Item Sanitary Sewer Laterals Sanitary Sewer Trunks Water Laterals Water Trunks Service Stubs Storm Sewer laterals Storm Sewer Trunks Total Utilities Street Improvements Total Project PROJECTED DEVELOPERS COSTS Phase One TOTAL PROJECT Item Laterals Trunks Sanitary Sewer $111,720 230 Water Main 77,280 $150,000 Service Stubs 42,000 500 Storm Sewer 56,280 9,600 Total Utilities $287,280 $159,600 Street Improvements 2,050 $ 6,300 Total Project Cost Item Sanitary Sewer Laterals Sanitary Sewer Trunks Water Laterals Water Trunks Service Stubs Storm Sewer laterals Storm Sewer Trunks Total Utilities Street Improvements Total Project PROJECTED DEVELOPERS COSTS $265,200 $ 6,800 Page 3. -]3 0 Total $111,720 227,280 42,000 65,880 $446,880 166,320 $613,200 Total Project Phase One Cost Coat Per Lot $111,720 $ 62,400 $ 1,600 8,970 230 37,050 950 8,970 230 19,500 500 31,200 800 17,160 440 $185,250 $ 4,750 79,950 2,050 $265,200 $ 6,800 Page 3. -]3 0 Total $111,720 227,280 42,000 65,880 $446,880 166,320 $613,200 Total Project Cost Cost Per Lot $111,720 $ 1,330 19,320 230 77,280 920 19,320 230 42,000 500 56,280 670 36,960 440 $362,880 $ 4,320 166,320 1,980 $529,200 $ 6,300 0 46 ASSESSMENTS: Assessments are proposed to be levied against benefited property in accordance with current City policy. Current City rates are as follows: Trunk Sanitary Sewer Area Charge $590/Ac. Trunk Water Main Area Charge $590/Ac. Trunk Storm Sewer Area Charge $0.026/Sq.Ft. Sewage Treatment Plant $500/Res. Water Supply and Storage $250/Res. I hereby certify that this report was pre- pared by'me or. under my direct supervision and that I am a duly Registered Professional Engineer under the laws of the State of Minnesota. Keith A. Gordon Date: November 20,1978Reg. No. 10204 Page 4. 3y North I CIES MAR EAST SAN. SEWER STORM SEWER WATERMAIN & STREETS IMPROVEMENT PROJECT 3s NO. 261 Scale: I'= 1,000' BOpE$i M ROSENE, ANDERUK & ASSOC, INC. edc�e ci_ee December 8, 1978 ` • Other Business A. Final plat - Safari Estates -- Mr. Byron Watschke has requested time on the agenda to discuss the final plat for Safari Estates. The final plat was submitted to City Hall for review by the staff, however, there are no Sh x 11 copies available for the City Council. The City Attorney has the various -figures available required for the Development agreement which -will -be completed in a few days. Even though the final plat and development agreement have not been completed as of -today,'i felt it was necessary to address the Safari Estates issue at the meeting on Tuesday for the following reasons: 1. Mr. Watschke has requested time on the agenda to discuss a reservoir matter in detail and 2. The City staff would like to have the matter discussed with the City Council so there is some direction provided as a result of the meeting on Tuesday. If you recall, the City Council approved site 1 on the Safari Estates Addition plat for dedication of a water reservoir high altitude system as it is required in future years. The Watschkes has objected to dedicating this site for water reservoir. The Watschkes are planning and have had plans to construct their own personal residence on the same site. When the City Council approved the preliminary plat with the understanding that the Site 1 would be selected for the water reservoir high altitude system, the staff was also directed to pursue other alternatives to locating a.reservoir site. The Consulting City Engineer did pursue two other sites in Safari Estates as well as a site on the Sieg property. Those sites were all more expensive than 'Site 1 on Safari Estates. Recently, several meetings have been held between the City staff including the City Administrator, City Attorney, Consulting City Engineer, and Director of Public works with the Watschkes to negotiate various alternatives to locating the water reservoir site either in Safari Estates or an area of land more or less adjacent to the Safari Estates Addition as proposed. The staff has met with Chuck Lowery, Dakota County Park Director, and it appears that it might be possible for the City and County to secure a location within the park to locate a water reservoir which would eliminate the necessity of locating a water reservoir site in Safari Estates. According to Consulting Engineer Rosene, at least one site in the park would be the same cost as Site 1 in Safari Estates. it .is essential that the City establish a site for a high altitude water reservoir that would be constructed in future years at this time. if the final plat of Safari Estates is to be approved by the City Council at the meeting on Tuesday, or at a future meeting, it is recommended that action be taken to approve the reservoir site as site 1 of Safari Estates with the understanding that the reservoir would be located on an alternative site if an alternative site could be secured by the City staff and developers. Mr. Watschke has addressed the whole reservoir question i a letter of which a copy is enclosed on pages -/7 through 3' Additional information on'this matter wili—ne provided by the City staff at the meeting on Tuesday. 3L, —rA e uta , •cx: CA i C Decanber 7, 1978 Mr.`Thcmas L. Hedges Administrator City of Eagan 3795 Pilot Knob Road Eagan, Minnesota 55122 Dear Mr. Hedges: I am writing this letter to you as well as the City Councel Members with respect to the proposed water reservoir location in Safari Estates. Our final Plat hearing is before the Council at the December 12th. meeting and we would Like to address the Council on this matter at that time. The City Council in approving our Preliminary Plat for Safari Estates on August 1, 1978 did so "with the (Council's) understanding that Site #1 would be acquired by the City for water reservoir site purposes". We did not have an opportunity to discuss this issue at that time, the alternate sites, the environmental and economic effects of site #1 on Safari Estates and Eagan nor were we aware of Mr Rosene's letter to the City Council relative to costs of various sites for the Reservoir. Furthermore, -this matter had not cane up before the Planning Comnission as part of Preliminary Plat Approval -so we maturally assumed the question ;and -decision would be brought up in the future as its need was some years away. After the Council action of August 1, 1978 we wrote Mr. Hedges outlining our concern and objections to our site #1 location for the Reservoir, my letter dated 'August 15, 1978. This letter waswrittenafter a physical inspection of the Safari Estates sites and the Seig site was made by Mr. Hedges, Mr. Rosen and the applicant on August 9, 1978 and after we held a meeting in your 'office August 4 where we verbally outlined our great concern -over this matter. We. have held'several meetings with you and your staff since August in an attempt to resolve this matter to both of our satisfaction. Fran these meetings it appears that a water reservoir site in the Dakota County Park land on the East may be available at no additional cost to the City over site #1. Secondly, we have offered to give the Seig site to the City upon acquiring their property abutting on the West. Thesealternates should be discussed at the Council meeting on December 12 at which time I understand refined costs for the various sites will be presented by Mr. Rosen. The major reason for our.,great concern over the location of the,water reservoir in the Safari Estates site is our development plan._ Of the 27 lots in the wooded, rolling hills towards the South, (3) lots are over 2 acres in size, 17 are over 1 acre and the other 7 are approximately 'h,acre to 1 acre. Our Covenants for this area and for these lots will be very restrictive PENTAGON PARK TOWER • 4940 VIKING DRIVE • MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA 55435 • (612) 8353363 2r) • r - - Page 2. and we expect the cost of homes in this area to be $200,000 and over. This could make Safari Estates one of the finest Residential Developments in the whole Metro Area, if not, Eagan for sure. A water tower 80 feet high no matter how it is built would seriously detract from these develofinent plans, in particular, the (4) lots on top of the hills, lots #18, 19, 20 and 21 which are all over.2 acres in size except lot 21 (1.1 A). We, as you arewellaware, have completed plans for our own home on site #1, lot 18, -having started preparation of the house plans early last year, 1977, before we even heard of the water problem. in conclusion, from an economic stand point it would seem more prudent for the City of Eagan to select either one of the Alternate sites; 1. Dakota County Park Iafid.- possible 3 sites or;2. The Sieg Site even tho the Sieg Site may initially cost slightly more. Certainly the cities share of Real Estate taxes and Assessments on 4 homes of $200,000 + value would far exceed any additional costs of construction on the Sieg site and the city would not be removing lot #18 from the tax rolls. We may be willing to even monetarily assist•in relocating the water reservoir to an alternate site under the circumstances should this become an important factor of major consequence. Another suggestion was for us to offer Site #2 (Lot 19) in place of Site #1 (Lot 18). We would bemore in favor of Site 2 of course from a personal stand point but the adverse effect of a water tower would still be there. We will consider this as a possible solution,providing an alternate site does not become available,and discuss the suggestion at the hearing if requested. Recently we investgated a water reservoir site in Apple Valley, Heritage Hills, and of 6 lots on the Tower Cul de sac, only one lot has been built upon:and that home has been for sale every time we have gone by. In Burnsville a Reservoir off.Parkwood Drive in Butlers Addition sits on top of a hill surrounded by a large Condominium Codex. Some residents we talked to complain about noise during.freezing weather carting from the tank and at times, the shade it creates by blocking the suns 'rays during cooler weather, not to mention the appearance factor which no one found appealing. Sites l and 2 are both heavily wooded thus causing Environmental problems as well as those mentioned. We look forward to an open discussion of this matter by all concerned on December 12th. I am'sure we can came up with a reasonable solution to all concerned. ly, J. Watschke - resi t . MEMO TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS FROM: CITY ADMINISTRATOR HEDGES DATE: DECEMBER 8, 1978 SUBJECT: INFORMATIVE MEMO At 5:00 p.m. on Monday, December 11, 1978 Mr. Mac Hyde would like to meet with the City Council to discuss the status of the I -35E bridge permit with the Department of Natural Resources. Mr. Hyde has asked to meet with the City Council in an executive session that will more than likely not exceed one hour in length., I have enclosed for your reference a copy of the final exceptions as presented by Mr. Hyde to the Department of Natural Resources. Also enclosed is a copy of a memorandum from Mr. A.W. Clapp III, who is special Assistant Attorney General representing the DNR, a copy of a letter to the Department of Natural Resources from Dunn and Curry Real Estate Management, Inc., and a copy of a letter from Mr. Hyde to Joe Alexander, all of which relate to the I -35E Blackhawk Lake crossing matter. I met with the Police Association bargaining unit on Wednesday, December 6, 1978 and it appears that I will have a counter proposal to the City Council's proposal #2 prior to the meeting on Tuesday. If the public hearings are not too lengthy, I would like to meet with the City Council briefly to discuss the status of the Police negotiations so that I may continue nego- tiations next week. I have also addressed all non-union and management salaries for 1979 and have completed a spread sheet for consideration by the City Council. I will distribute that after the meeting on Tuesday. City Administrator' 'N' STATE Or MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES In the Matter of the Proposed I -35-E Crossing DNR STAFF RESPO?:SE Over Blackhawk Lake, TO TfiE'. REPORT OF THE In the City of Eagan, HEARING Dakota County. Department of Natural Resources metropolitan region staff appeared at the public hearing, and took the position that the permit applied for should be denied because the alternative route around the lake is a better one. The hear- ing examiner has come to the same conclusion. Staff urges the Commissioner to accept the examiner's recommendation. It is further recommended that the Commissioner immediately issue an Order which, while denying the permit applied for, also grants a permit for the route around the lake. This route is thoroughly analyzed in the record before the Commissioner; no further deliberation on its approval is warranted. A suggested Order is attached. Note that it is drafted to be issued before you have adopted Findings of fact. This enables.you immediately to clear the way for the renewal of design work on the route around the lake, while providing time for you to make sure you adopt Findings which accurately reflect the record. Dated this 28th day of Movembcr, 1978. PIARREN SPANNLAUS Attornev Ge -neral C. PAUL FARACI Deputy Attorney General i A. .". C11APP II]: Special Assistant Attorne Genera] - Box 38 Ceuitenni.ai Bui.),li.ni St. Paul, Oinnesota 55155 Telephone: (612) 29.5-3294 STATE Or MINNESOTA i DEPART?UENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES In the Platter of the Pr000sed I -35-E Crossing Over Blackhawk Lake, in the City of Eagan, Dakota County. ORDER OF THE CO-NUMISSIONER The Report of the Hearing Examiner was received by this.office November 13, 1978. I have accepted exceptions received through November 28, 1978. I have reviewed the hearing examiner's report, the hearing record and the exceptions. The examiner's conclusion is the outcome of an obviously careful review of the facts and application of the statutes and case law to the facts. I agree with his recommendation.and therefore accept it. Because of the generally felt need to get on with the building of I -35-E from Burnsville to Mendota Heights, I am issuing this Order as promptly as possible. Findings of Fact will be forthcoming in the near future. The.application of the Minnesota Department of Transportation for permission to route Interstate 35-E across Blackhawk Lake in the City of Eagan, is denied. A permit is granted for the freeway route which passes around the east end of the lake as more precisely described in the hearing record where it is identified as the A-2 route. It is -a condition of the permit that'MnDOT must obtain approval from DNR of the final plans and specifications, which shall show that reasonable effort has been made to minimize its impact on the lake and the park. Dated this day of 197 JOSEPH N. .7L=' NDER Acting Commissioner Department of Platural Resources Dunn & Curry Real Estate Management Inc. 4940 Ming Drive Pentagon Ofre Park Minneapolis. MN 55435 (6/2) 835.2808 November 28, 1978 Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Centennial Office Building 658 Cedar St. Paul, Minnesota 55101 Attention: Joe Alexander Re: DNR vs. Mn/Dot 35E Blackhawk Lake Bridge Report of Hearing Examiner Myron S. Greenberg of November 9, 1978. Dear Sir: We compelled to respond to what we consider substantial erroneous interpretation of fact by Mr. Greenberg regarding the subject as follows. Planning: Testimony - E. Dunn - Pages 93-98 establishes.the history of an eight year expensive, detailed planning process which led to our present Planned Unit Development agreement with the City of Eagan in 1977. This is a formal, mutually binding contract. Mr. Greenberg's conclusion: "The Dunn proposal is clearly flexible" - Page 12 -DNR -78-922 MG is based on study and hearsay which preceded by two years our final development agreement with the City of Eagan and the selection of alignment A-1 by Mn/Dot. Mr. Greenberg's conclusion: "Mr. Dunn finds either route acceptable" - Page 19 (T-100). My testimony as contained on pages 100-101 documents our reasons why we currently feel A-1 the superior route. Mr. Greenberg ignores my reasoning and conclusion to the contrary. Cost of delay: - Page 98 - Mr. Dunn - "Our costs of holding this.land..... will range on the order of five to six hundred thousand dollars a year just for interest costs. In addition we have paid ..... $166,000 in real estate taxes in Dakota County this year." Page 9.9 - Mr. Dunn - "We think it urgent a solution be found to finishing 35 East." Mr. Greenberg's conclusion: Page 18 - "Delay is not a problem for Dunn f, Curry because they do, not intend to begin construction of the project for more than five years" and Page 28 - "The only direct quantifiable cost to any party con- sists of $129,500 for relocation of a trunk sewer line and waterline in Eagan." Dunn and Curry did invest freely in discussing and evaluating alternatives for A'-1 and A-2. When the decision was made by Mn/Dot and A-1 was selected, we made financial commitments related to projected completion date of this segment of 35E. If started now, this appeared to be three to five years away. A delay of two years impacts all of our property in Eagan - not just 10%. Accordingly we would project any delay approach- ing two years to cost us in excess of forty thousand dollars per month delay. .Greenberg Chart - Page 31. A-1 A-2 Wildlife Habitat 37 acres destroyed 0 acres destroyed Land 150 acres disturbed 167 acres disturbed An inspection of the site and logic both. impeach this "conclu- sion". Page 9 - Greenberg quoting - "Fashingbauer agrees that 'If the whole thing is going to be invaded by the Huns, we are all wasting our time as to whether A-1 or A -Tis completed."' We feel the examiner evidences a prejudice by using this arbi- trary, intemperate statement to help support his findings. It's baffling that seven families who located here previously with an intimate knowledge of the probable alignment of 35E have acquired all of the rights while those who have held property perhaps longer at greater expense, but have not built a building have lost their rights. - 2 - r We have attempted to focus only on those subjects which we believe misconstrue the intent of our own testimony. However there are many other conclusions contained in this report we assume will be questioned by others. In.conclusion we submit it is our firm conviction that the legal, orderly process has been followed and that Mn/Dot application should be granted promptly. Past gross delay can hardly be a justification for continued delay. Sincerely, Edmund B. Dunn James A. Dunn $ Curry Real Estate Management, Inc. Curry - 3 - November 29, 1978 Mr. Joseph N. Alexander Acting Commissioner Department of Natural Resources Centennial Office Building St. Paul, MN 55115 RE: I -35-E Blackhawk Lake Crossing Dear Commissioner Alexander: At approximately 2:00 p.m., this afternoon, Wednesday, November -29, 1978, I received from Mr. A. W. Clapp III, Special Assistant Attorney General for the Department of Natural Resources, a document entitled DNR STAFF RESPONSE TO THE REPORT OF THE HEARING EXAMINER and attached ORDER OF THE: COMMISSIONER which, as I understand it, is proposed for the Commissioner's signature in the above -entitled matter. The DNR staff 'response states: It is further recommended that the Commissioner immediately issue an Order which, while denying the permit applied for, also grantsa permit for the route around the [Blackhawk] Lake . A . A suggested Order is attached. Note that it is drafted to be issued before you have adopted Findings of Fact. The proposed Order includes.the statement: S ,i • r. ,9j% OE1 1 L I N. D O U I ST & VEN N U M :I!'JNARO E.LINDOVIST DAVID J. DAVENPORT ' MAN L. NEWHALL M.qX q. JOHNSON •UMESS V. ACnMAN gICMAwO A. PRIM ,H p -PALO E. NAG "SON 4200 105 CENTER BO SOUTH BT^ STREET JEI "EYw. SCHMIDT CO'NA.0 M. OLCNNON .. STI.E J. STROM 'ELY IN I.OwCNSTEIN TIMOTHY H. BUTLER C'JOEHE H KEATING MINNEAPOLIS MINNESOTA 55402 'ROBERT G.NITCHELL.JR. JAMCS P MAq TINCAU J. MICHAEL OADT PICL..D J. CI TZOERALO J. KEVIN COSTLEY P .1 IP J.ORTHUN JOHN C. GOETZ MACLAT w...YOE TELEPHONE (612) 371-3211 SPvcE A. ENSTAD EDWARD 1. ....CR ROBCQT J.HARTMAN JOHN A. FORREST JOSEPH G. KOHLER WILLIAM E. 10A CABLE ADDRESS: LINLAW I.C. A. ARNOLD JERROLD T. BERGPALn RICHARD D, MCNEIL WILLIAM T. DOLAN WILLIAM C.MORTCNSEN JOHN H.STROIHNAN DA'nD G.MEV'HALL WAYZATA OFFICE nUPTI$ A.OREEHLCT 740 EAST LAKE STREET .0,ERT V, ATMORE HOWARD J. n AVrI.A. WAYZATA, MINNESOTA 55391 JOHN O. 'NIMSTON LAURANCE R.WALOOCH THOMAS H.GARRETT M OT CO...IL DART_E L.UPMOCr THOMAS VENNUM WA NE A. SIVERTSON DENNIS M.HAIHISEN November 29, 1978 Mr. Joseph N. Alexander Acting Commissioner Department of Natural Resources Centennial Office Building St. Paul, MN 55115 RE: I -35-E Blackhawk Lake Crossing Dear Commissioner Alexander: At approximately 2:00 p.m., this afternoon, Wednesday, November -29, 1978, I received from Mr. A. W. Clapp III, Special Assistant Attorney General for the Department of Natural Resources, a document entitled DNR STAFF RESPONSE TO THE REPORT OF THE HEARING EXAMINER and attached ORDER OF THE: COMMISSIONER which, as I understand it, is proposed for the Commissioner's signature in the above -entitled matter. The DNR staff 'response states: It is further recommended that the Commissioner immediately issue an Order which, while denying the permit applied for, also grantsa permit for the route around the [Blackhawk] Lake . A . A suggested Order is attached. Note that it is drafted to be issued before you have adopted Findings of Fact. The proposed Order includes.the statement: S ,i • r. ,9j% OE1 1 N00UIST & VEN�UM f Mr. Joseph N. Alexander Acting Commissioner Department of Natural Resources "November 29., 1978 Page - 2 - "I.have reviewed the Hearing Examiner's report, the -hearing record and the exceptions. The .Examiner's conclusion is the outcome of an obviously carefulreviewof the fact and applica- tion of the statute and case law to the facts.' I agree with his recommendation and therefore accept it. A permit is granted for the freeway route which passes around the east end of the lake as more precisely described in the hearing record where it is identified as the A-2 route." As counsel for the City of Eagan, Minnesota, a party to the above entitled proceedings and the municipality in which the A-2 segment of I -35-E is located, I wish to note that several objections and reservations to the action of the DNR Staff and implications of the Response and proposed Order. it would appear that the implication of the DNR Staff Response and proposed Order is that all regulatory and statutory proceedings necessary to initiate, consider, approve and _.review.a new project locating I -35-E in the east end of the Blackhawk Lake basin on a new and different alignment requiring new designs, anew right-of-way designation and ultimately new takings have already occurred. However, the statutory scheme of federal and state highway development requires that permits must be initiated by the Department of Transpor- ,tation and must be reviewed consistent with federal and state environmental requirements and must be subject'to possible challenge by residents and affected communities under the federal and state environmental laws. The proceedings before the Commissioner at this time contained no such permit application for federal and state environmental reviews.specifically following the statutory scheme. There is no•sugges:tion in the bNR Staff'Response or proposed Order as to any authority in federal or state laws, rules or regu- lations which would allow the Commissioner' to issue a permit for A-2 on the.strength of these proceedings. Moreover, the Staff Response and proposed Order do not provide even the barest specification of the work in 'public waters or other action of a state agency, municipality or private party which constitute the "permitted" activity supposedly to result from the entry of this order. / Mr. Joseph N. AlexaAler Acting Commissioner Department of Natural Resources November 29, 1978 Page - 3 - As the DNR Staff is aware, the jurisdiction of any single agency does not encompass all approvals, reviews and considera- tions which are accorded other agencies, communities and individuals under applicable laws and regulations. Therefore, the implication of the Response and proposed Order is erroneous in suggesting that the entry of such an Order can sweep away the requisiteadministrative actions and community input. The proponents of the A-1 corridor have outlined the potential delays of selecting an A-2 corridor',while the opponents in- cluding the DNR Staff have contended that such delays may he eliminated or ignored. We must unfortunately conclude that the Staff Response and proposed Order are submitted for the purpose of advancing the Staff's adversary position that administrative procedures required by law may be eliminated or ignored. In doing so, we believe that the Staff has exceeded its role as 'a party to this proceeding. 'rime does not permit a detialed explication of the procedures which are required in initiating, considering, approving and reviewing amajor project such as the A-2 corridor. These procedures have been the subject of extensive consideration in the administrative proceedings and are a matter o.`. recor.d. In behalf of the City of Eagan, the undersigned formally lodges an objection to the DNR Staff Response and proposed 0 i:C,-r and states that contrary to the implcation thereof and contrary to any action which the Commissioner might undertake in adopting the Staff proposed Order there will necessarily flow from the rejection'of.the A-1 alternative a significant and substantial delay in the implementation and completion of I -35-E of several years. Yours very truly, LINDQUIST & VENNU.-I By . Maclay R. Hyde Attorneys for. City of Eagan, MN MRII/c Enclosure CC: A. 11. Clapp, .III, Esq. Charles Dayton, Esq. William P. Donohue, Esq. . Luther M. St-alland, Esq. Vance B. Grannis, Jr., Esq. BCC': ✓thomas Hedges Rod Hardy