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10/06/1998 - City Council RegularMINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE EAGAN CITY COUNCIL Eagan, Minnesota October 6, 1998 A regular meeting of the Eagan City Council was held on Tuesday, October 6, 1998 at 6:30 p.m. at the Eagan Municipal Center. Present were Mayor Egan and Councilmembers Wachter, Aw•ada, Masin and Blomquist. Also present were City AM1tti30f::;Wp:edges, Senior Planner Mike Ridley, Director of Public Works Tom Colbert, and City y$it>i:5Elgi�ott :�:� AGENDA Councilmember Wachter moved, Councilmember Masin seconded a motion to approve the agenda as presented Aye: 5 Nay: 0 MINUTES OF THE -SEPTEMBER 14, 1998 REGULAR MEETING Councilmember Masin request ;that on }%iigr 2, the last sentence in the eighth paragraph should read as follows, "She noted that in the Cii"of BurritiYjlle eight public properties are designated as acceptable locations where campaign sigru:mAy.l?e. placed." She also requested that on page 9, the last sentence in the first paragraph should betleoij¢d:rRig3:"ncilmembers indicated that obtaining resident feedback was the main reason Councilmember Blomquist moved, Councilmember Wachter seconded a motion to approve the minutes as amended. Aye: 5 Nay: 0 MINUTES OF THE SEPTEMBER.,A:I* SPECIAL MEETING Councilmember Wachter moved Crlunih cninnbkt Slasin seconded a motion to approve the minutes as presented. Aye: 5 Nav: 0 :< VISITORS TO 09 HEARD Barbara Sutherland, Campaign Chairperson for Meg Tilley, asked Mayor Egan about statements that were made by him in a letter he sent to all Eagan residents regarding Ms. Tilley's position on the Aquatic Facility issue. Mayor Egan responded that he had received some information firsthand and other individuals had told him of information they had witnessed firsthand. Ms. Sutherland stated that Ms. Tilley's campaign has been portrayed as being based on this one issue only. She further stated that there are several issues in the City that Ms. Tilley 1iG erned:wit other than the Aquatic Facility. Mayor Egan apologized if that was the impressppn;t?Iti'f b the letter and added that he knows Ms. Tilley is not running a one issue campai y RECOGNITIONS& PRESENTATIONS PRESENTATION OF A CHECI(13Y THE1ik6AN LION'S CLUB TO THE EAGAN FIRE DEPARTMENT TOWARD THE PURCHASE OF A CAIRNSIRIS THERMAL IMAGING SYSTEM City Administrator Hedges provided ati.pxerxiew on this item. Fire Chief Jensen commented on the donation by the Lion's Club and saidij.fi+ASFeA3ly p reciated Mayor Egan also thanked the Lion's Club on behalf of the City Council for thgo., tierous dbtt�do,. Councilmember Wachter move,¢, Councilmember Aw:ada seconded a motion to approve a resolution' accepting a 530,000 donatiofi_Etom the Eagan Lioi2.RClub to be used toward the purchase of a CairnsIRIS helmet. Aye: 5 Nay: 0 EAGAN CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES; OCTOBER 6, 1998 PAGE 'Upon the advice of the City AtpWrhey, formal resolutions will be prepared from this point forward to formal]}' accept all donations LGi the City. RECOGNITION OF WE$QtjA!:tC£j1 OF COMMUTER AWARD City Administrator Hedges proV4Wd an overview on this item. Tom Wolrath, representing West Group, thanked the Metropolitan Council and Metro Commuter Services for the receipt of the award. He commented on the efforts being undertaken by West to promote and encourage the reduction of commuter traffic. Elizabeth Kautz, Chairperson of 31ie MVTA and Mayor of Burnsville, commented on the partnership and collaboration between West Group'4"nd the MVTA and how this will ensure a plentiful labor force in the community. £(JS SE,F+[T. AGENPA In regard to Item D, Proclamation, Cities Week, October 5-11,1998, Councilmember Masin asked what activities are being undertaken by the City in recognition of Cities Week Communications/ Recycling Coordinator Foote identified a number of events that have occurred recently and those events that will be occurring in recognition of Cities Week. Councilmember Masin asked that the proclamation be shown on cable this week. In regard to Item T, Vacate easemt hearing. City Administrator Hedges state November 3, 1998 to November 2, 1998'. A Personnel Items pub8c.. hearing date should be changed from Item 1 It was recommended to approve the hiring of Tom Struve as Public Works Coordinator/ Administrative Assistant. Item 2. It was recommended to approve the hiring of Susan Marks-Kerst Amanda Helebrant, Patty Brown, Joshua Austad, Kim Moen and Kari Craj$head as pArt,time seasonal skating instructors Item 3 It was recommended to approve:! hfririj ......tc}ien Kirpach, Crystal Stichter, Holly Van Ort, Andrea Duleh and Beth Krutzig as parFiiY le seas dirsT substitute skating instructors. Item 4. It was recommended to approKNthe .bg4� 4f,KAthy Jordahl, Heather Kurata, Michelle Romjue and Stacey Folden as part-time skating3G ?iFi T Item 5. It was recommended to approve the hiring of Brad Champlin as a part-time seasonal football official Item 6 It was recommended to approve tha.hgiti Ai #?rtdsey Carter, Vinny Crouch and Torie Van Horne as part-time seasonal concession stand w 04.pe bifi''tfiE CEK1E arena. Item 7. It was recommended to approvEiite hiring of Megantullen, Daniel Norsten and Jeff Peterson as part-time seasonal skate guards in the d jr arena. Item 8. It was recommended to approvA:tiks yid :(,*witz as a part-time seasonal supervisor in the civic arena. EAGAN CITY COUNCIL MEE 11NG MINUTES; OCTOBER 6, 1998 PAGE Item 9 It was recommended to approve the hiring of Cory Knaffla as a seasonal parks maintenance workers. B. Resolution authorizing execution Of a&reement, Community Oriented Policing (COPS) Grant (Overtime) It was recommended to a � � ` ppidt 7p:{Ebt)Jyl>tOliAujhbrizing the execution of the Cooperative Agreement with the Minnesota Departn*M ii *i'kil C'SiietVioi':the project entitled Community Oriented Policing (COPS) Grant (Overtime) and atfNiorizing Chief of Police Patrick Geagan to execute such agreements and amendments as are nec¢Sddry to implement the project on behalf of the Eagan Police Department. C. Approve 1999 Landfill Abatement Grant Application It was recommended to approve the 1999 Landfill Abatement Grant application. D. Proclamation, Cities Week, October 517, 1998 '##;was recommended to proclaim the week of October 5-11 to be Cities Week in the City of Eagpn; E. Proclamation Minnesota Manufactur s 1998 It was recommended to proclaim October 12-16 to be Manufacturers Week irtlfie: ftiuiif F. Set public hearing final assessment of delinquent false alarm bills It was recommended to set a public hearing for November 2, 1998 to consider the final assessment of the delinquent false alarm bills and certify them to Dakota County for collection with property taxes, G. Request for public hearing - certi: recommended to schedule a public h utility balances to Dakota Countv for H. Approve 1998/1999 D A R E and Polieei:fiA0 } of Eagan. It was recommended to approve the agree services between School District #1% and the Citv of ities, November 2, 1998. It was 998 to consider certification of delinquent taxes. D.A.R.E. and police liaison I Recommendation, Airport Relations Commission Noise Abatement Departure Profile Contour Analysis It was recommended to approve a recommendation by the Airport Relations Commission requesting that the Metropolitan Airports Commission perform noise contour analysis based on its studs of profile altitude data attenuation. It was recommended to approve a supporting the implementation of noise:%s)llls to further stud)of the mitigation of other abii7ces ( idation by the Airport Relations Commission engine run-up test noise and recommending K Pro ect 751 authorize fea ibili , report, Dodd Road =`Cliff Road to Butw in Road Street L' ad Utility Improvements) It was recommended to authorize the preparation of a feasibility report for Project 751 (South Dodd Road - Street Upgrade & Utility Improvements) L. Project 752, authorize feasibility report lohni (Street Overlay). It was recommended to Bird 4l Uohnny Cake Ridge Road - Street Over*),. M. Project 753, authorize feasibihtl re);oa Thoi Overlay). It was recommended to authoriie.the Lake Road - Street Overlay). of a feasibility report for Project 752 feasibility report for Project 753 (Thomas EAGAN CIT' COUNCIL MEETING MINLTES, OC70BER 6, 1998 PAGE N. Project 754, authorize feasibility report, Hilltop Estates (Street Over) It was recommended to authorize the preparation of a feasibility report for Project 754 (Hilltop Estates - Street Overlay). O. Project 755, authorize feasibility repojtt Meadowland P' Add (Street Over) It was recommended to authorize the preparation of a feasibdih, report for Project 755 (Meadowland 1.1 Addition - Street Overlay). _ . ..... P. Project 756, authorize feasi authorize the preparation of a dgate Lane (Street Overlay) It was recommended to for Project 756 (Woodgate Lane - Street Overlay) Q. Project 757, authorize feasibiht)• report, Ridgeview Acres & Rose Hill Additions (Street Overlay) It was recommended to authorize the preparation of a feasibility report for Project 757 (Ridgeview Acres & Rose Hill Additions - Street Overlay). R. Project 758, authorize feasibility repof :surrey gigights (Street Overlay It was recommended to authorize the preparation of a feasibilityreport forPipject 758 (Surrey Heights Addition - Street Overlay). S Contract 98-03 approve final payme0y{.ajAth%&j1g City m6D=ance, Oak Chase Additions (Street Reconstruction) It was recommended tdaplt0v tlj8fltj3k;patent for Contract 98-03 (Oak Chase Additions -Street Reconstruction) in the amount of 510,558.78 to McNamara Contracting, Inc., and accept the improvement for perpetual City maintenance subject to warranty provisions. T Vacate easement (Park Center 5" Add.) - receive petition schedule public hearing It was recommended to receive the petition to vacate a sidewalk easement Document No. 13005774, and schedule a public hearing to be held on November 2,,jy U Project 733, receive final assessment 08f6itdW6iiNj caring (McKee Add - Street Reconstruction & Utility Imp.) It was recommended to rdceivg.the Final k6essment Roll for Project 733 (McKee Additions - Street Reconstruction and Utility Improvkkki t4004.K4 edule a public hearing to be held on November 2,1998. V. Contract 98-13, approve final payment authorize City maintenance, McKee Add (Street Reconstruction & Utility Imo.). It was recommended to approve the final payment for Contract 98-13 (McKee Additions - Street Reconstruction and Utility Improvements) in the amount of $90,629.26 to Danner, Inc., and accept the improvement for perpetual City maintenance subject to warranty provisions W. Contract 97-11, approve final paymerit;;Ale.Ciily:iiiEftenance, Old Sibley Hwy (Street & Utility). It was recommended to approV2:llie final:MbrientYor Contract 97-11 (Old Sibley Highway - Street and Utility Improvements) in the'iinrount of Si2,389.99 to Ryan Contracting, Inc , and accept the improvement for perpetual City maintebabce subj",.to warranty provisions X. Contract 98-24, approve Plans & Blue Water Road wtilibes) It was recommended to approve the plans for Contract 98-24 (Blue Gentian Road and Blue Water Road - Utility Improvements) and authorize the advertisement for a bid opening to be held at 10:30 a.m on Thursday, October 29, 1998 Y. _Approve change in ownership for on -salt 0#A 1i Wr Jkense holder, Parkview Golf Club L.L.C.It was recommended to approve change in ety- fdhippT4, 'rule malt hquor license holder, Parkview Golf Club, L.L.0 Z. Change order, Airliner & Spruce de tion proiect It wy8 recommended to approve a change in the scope of the demolition contract for the�ltilir}et..and..5ww4:*ldtels EAGA.N CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES; OCTOBER 6, 1998 PAGE AA. Drainage concerns, Greensboro Add (Storm Sewer Improvements) It was recommended to continue the action regarding the construction of storm sewer improvements within Lots 1 and 2, Block 4, Greensboro 2^1 Addition to the second City trouncil meeting in March, 1999. BB. Final Plat - Parkview Golf Club It was recommended to approve the Final Plat for Parkview Golf Club located south of Cliff Road and eastjp¢}`IiRZtiGl�ff4 11the NW quarter of Section 34. CC. Final Subdivision - Ronald Ruth andl4ioes Schmidt for Deer Rest Pond Addition It was recommended to approve a Final Subdiv*gh, Deer Rest Pond, consisting of four lots on 2.86 acres located between James Court and Rusten Road in the SW 1/. of Section 31. DD Final Subdivision 6r Final Planned Development - The Home Depot Inc for Lexington Second Addition. It was recommended to approve a Final Subdivision (Lexington Second Addition) consisting of two lots and two outlots on approximate1jr39 acres generally located between east of Lexington Avenue and north of Northwood Parkway, south of; the U.S:R1,$ Bulk Mail Center in the SE' 4 of Section 10. EE. It was recommended to approve a footing and foundation permit I**Ww:c*mI;ucb=.to begin for the Home Depot store located on Lot 1, Block 1, Lexington Second Addy:ytipi P... 1 - 4pprovals and recording of the final plat FF Final Planned Development - Lot 4, Block 2, Eagandale Office park 2^d Addition It was recommended to approve a Final Planned Development to allow construction of a two-story office building on Lot 4, Block 2, Eagandale Office Park 2^d Addition, in the NW i:. of Section 3. GG. Modification to the Conditional Use Permit fortheaiite_Senior Housing to allow 156 units It was recommended to approve a change to the Conditii W L1s0ermit for a retirement home to increase the number of units in the facility from 151 HH Variance extension - Dorothy Baker fora 5' cethack.frnm tha nuhlic riohf-nf-wav an. 1 M 0 RI,1 1 Cedar Grove No 1 It was recommended to appro4'i 06.e #i}Y$ar extension of an approved five (5) foot Variance to the required thirty (30) foot building setback frdfli:Jjiublic right-of-way for Lot 9, Block 4, Cedar Grove No 1 II Vacate easement (Gopher Eagan Industrial Park Vt Add ) - receive petition schedule public hearing It was recommended to receive the petition to vacate Kutoff Drive and Yankee Doodle Court rights-of- way, and schedule a public hearing to be hel.d:gp.NovembgT.2,1998. JJ Approve the list of election iudges fo 'Genei recommended to approve the list of elec8a judges attached in Exhibit A. KK. Renew snow k ice control c renew the existing Snow and Ice rates. ion on November 3. 1998 It was General Election on November 3, 1998 as Ilagher, Inc It was recommended to Gallagher, Inc. for 1998-1999 at the same Councilmember Awada moved, Councilmember Wachter seconded a motion to approve the consent agenda. Aye: 5 Nay: 0 ADIANISTRATIVEt' NDA BID PACKAGE*7)kND 8, EAGAN AQUATIC FACILITY City Administrator Hedges proo;p:oii}di21!Fti4t:jbis item. Director of Parks and Recreation Vraa discussed the types of trees that wi il;e'plaiifed ori the site: EAGAN CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES; OCTOBER 6, 1998 PAGE Councilmember Awada moved, Councilmember Wachter seconded a motion to award Bid Package 7 (fencing and related work) to Midwest Fence in the amount of 531,880 and Bid Package 8 (landscaping, turf and related work) to Erotiomy Landscaping in the amount of $166,757. Aye: 4 Nay (Councilmember BlomquLst opposed) City Administrator Hedges mentioned t}itti o ieY 34fFbi&r forms have been received for the Eagan Forever Green program and added*at additional orders are still being accepted. He noted that the Eagan Foundation received a $5,000 4"ation from Dakota Electric Association. Councilmember Blomquist commented that DEA has suggested that dwarf trees be offered for sale during the next round since they can be planted underneath power lines City Administrator Hedges commented on the employees who were nominated for the EVER1 Step of the Way awards and said that thRit:itames were placed on cable and also referenced the "Community Journal" cable program and added tlfgt:atore efforts are being made to promote public access. City Administrator Hedges stated Owthe received &.memo from the Eagan Historical Society indicating that at their last meeting they.:".oiftio plate'4dncilmember Wachter's portrait in the Council Chambers next to the Council Conference Room, name the Council Conference Room the Ted Wachter Conference Room and place Ted Wachter memorabilia in the display case outside the Council Chambers. He said that the Historical Society would like to proceed with these requests this fall and are asking for Council approval of this recommendation. Councilmember Awada stated that this recommendation is more than appropriate. Mayor Egan cogSurred and added that he could not think of a person more deserving of this honor than Councihrem*i,LV hter Councilmember Wachter said that he was yen• appreciative of this recognition,, Councilmember Awada moved, CoujigUmembef)dasin seconded a motion to accept the recommendation of the Eagan Historical SWik�'*Aqd mte the Council Conference Room as the Ted Wachter Conference Room, to place a portrait of Cbtlfii pliibel Wachter near the conference room and to display Ted Wachter memorabilia in the display case 0'tlk3ide:the Council Chambers. Aye: 4 Nay: 0 (Councilmember Wachter abstained) PUBLIC HEARINGS VACATE DRAINAGE AND UTILITY EAOEMENTS-. T 3, BLOCK 3, INESCOTT GARDENS City Administrator Hedges prottt an ov on this item. Director of Public Works Colbert gave a staff report. Mayor Egan opened the public!blSOTiRQl7$oAf whing to speak. There being no one wishing to speak, he turned the discussion back tp 11h" Councilmember Awada moved, Councilmember Masin seconded a motion to close the public hearing and approve the vacation of a public easement within Lot 3, Block 3, Wescott Gardens and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute all related documents. Aye: 5 Nay: 0 VARIANCE, STEPHEN F. WESRLtIfPCEti:30, BLOCK 3, HILLTOP ESTATES) 1373. RRY RIDCt-i♦EDAD City Administrator Hedges pra#itted an overview otithis item. He distributed a letter that was sent to Senior Planner Ridley from the 66ptda(pi;*ct0ZA4-W Pines Homeowners Association which state that they are in support of the variAeyi63t }Cargted that the applicants had sent a letter to each Councilmember inviting them to attAa'neightioihood meeting at their home on Thursday EAGAN CITY COUNCIL M=NG MINUTES; OCTOBER 6, 1998 PACE evening He further noted that the information did not get relayed to the Council prior to Thursday and he apologized to the W'esterlunds for that misunderstanding. Stephen Westerlund indicated he was available for questions. Mayor Egan asked if it would be more feasible for the applicants to acquire a portion of the Pines Condominiums' property. Mr. Westerlund explained that they had inv ' (iQ11f6j? but it was not cost effective to do so. Ht stated that their variance request is being lfiot#iRei►:Wtn *46i setback to an eight inch setback. He further stated that the soffit will not hang..pi er onto the Pines' property Mayor Egan opened the public hearing to anyone wishing to speak There being no one wishing to speak, he turned the discussion back to the Council He said that he felt hardship was proven for the variance Councilmember Blomquist moved; Councilmember Awada seconded a motion to close the public hearing and approve a four foot, four ir0Nariance 20 the required five (5) foot accessory structure setback from the side property hne in a Single fam4y),.onmg district for Lot 10, Block 3, Hilltop Estates Aye: 5 Nay: 0 VACATE DRAINAGE AND MLItI .k.ASVMEWS,10T 10, BLOCK 3, HILLTOP ESTATES Mayor Egan opened the public hearing to anyone wishing to speak. There being no one, he turned the discussion back to the Council Councilmember Blomquist moved, Councilmember Awada seconded a motion to close the public hearing and approve the vacation of a public easement w'ie viii Hilltop Estates and authorize the Mayor and Cit• Clerk to execute all related documents, Aye: 5 Nay 0 VARIANCE - SCOTT RANKE (LOT 11, IMOCK 4, CEDAR GROVE NO. 4) 2084 QUARTZ LANE City Administrator Hedges provided an overview oti this item. Senior Planner Ridley gave a staff report. Mayor Egan stated that the variance request is logical and reasonable. Mayor Egan opened the public hearing to anyone wishing to speak. There being no one wishing to speak, he turned the discussion back to the Council. Councilmember Wachter commented that there have been numerous similar variances gran�.in this area. Councilmember Wachter moved Mm' quist seconded a motion to close the public hearing and approve a 3 foot Vfro niie 10 foot side yard setback requirement applicable to Lot 11, Block 4, Cedar Grove No. 4. Ay*::.:j Nay: BUILDINGli: IN E. WINZIG City Administrator Hedges provided an overview on this item. Senior Planner Ridley gave a staff report Mayor Egan opened the public hearing d "ypm wishing to speak. There being no one wishing to speak, he turned the discussion back to dyB Councilmember Wachter movedYCouncilmember Atiada seconded a motion to close the public hearing and approve a building move 0.0trut to move a 40' x:28' garage from 810 Lone Oak Road to 710 Lone Oak Road legally described as Lof:{) .Ij�P4k,.11,bfq;6 4it dition (P.I.D. #10-48700-012-00) subject to the following condition EAGAN CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES, OCTOBER 6, 1998 PAGE 8 A building permit for the foundation would be applied for and issued prior to construction. Aye: 5 Nay: 0 PROJECT 7241."' HEARING WILDERNESS RON1MV OVERLAY) City Administrator Hedges prci4od an overview on this item. Director of Public Works Colbert gave a staff report Mayor Egan opened the public hearing to anyone wishing to speak Joann Mariner, 1261 Easter Lanik,;questione ' d.why a twin home is assessed at the same rate as a single family dwelling Director of Publ�:.Works P60"Jiert explained the City's assessment policy. Mayor Egan acldecl� that the rate is calculated abiding tciltpmt footage as well as traffic generation. There being no one else wishing-ta s e .. yw.EW.turned the discussion back to the Council He commented on the petition that had -A.fWber of property owners who were in favor of this project He noted that the bids received were lower than estimated Councilmember Awada moved, Councilmember Wachter seconded a motion to close the pubhc hearing and approve the final assessment roll for Project 729 (Wilderness Run 5' and 61h - Street Overlay) and authorize its certification to Dakota County for collectio;t,:.:Aye: 4 Nay: I (Councilmember Blomquist opposed) PROJECT 72,9 . , FINIAt ASSESSMENT HEARING OAK CHASE`AVD., (STREETIllECONSTRUCTION) City Administrator Hedges provided an ovenvio*,00:tW item. He noted that a letter was submitted by a number of property owners in the Oak ghborhood requesting this item be continued to the October 20, 1998 City Council meeting. Councilmember Awada moved, Councilmember Wachter seconded a motion to continue Project 725, Oak Chase Addition, final assessment hearing to the October 20, 1998 City Council meeting. Aye: 4 Nay: 0 (Councilmember Blomquist abstained..mwe the prqjqi;i.involves her property.) ............. VACATE PUBLIC RIGHTS -Of WAY A**.'%AA4NENTS, LEXINGTON ADDITION City Administrator Hedges proryi4ed an o.yar.yiew on this item. Director of Public Works Colbert gave a staff report. Mayor Egan opened the pubLic hearing to anyone w"'Ishing to speak. There being no one wishing to speak, he turned the discussion back to the Council. Councilmember Awada moved, Mayor Egan seconded a motion to close the public hearing and approve the vacation of public rights-of-way Ardv'fi ... kmts within Lexington Addition and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute all relate(f:":'m":""":�:4:?:i,'htoncuTTent recording of the plat of Lexington Second Addition. Aye: 5 Nay: 0 EAGAN CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES, OCTOBER 6, 1998 PACE OLD BUSINESS COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE PLAN AMENDMENT & PLANNED DEVELOPMENT AMENDMENT- NEW ULM ENTERPRISES City Administrator Hedges pros?idW:aij pverYkEjvtitiAis item. Senior Planner Ridley gave a staff report. Mayor Egan said that he attended $te neighborhood meeting that the developer held last Thursday, He further said that it was his understanding that discussion has occurred between the residents and the developer since that meeting Randy Hedlund, property owner, stated that the neighborhood meeting was productive and he added that they have been working with F$stor Tim Ruden of the Cedar Ridge Church. He noted that one of their concerns is the inadequate0"ge for2ltie church. He said that they would be willing to include the name of the church on a shaped pylon for the hotel He noted that another issue that "as expressed was the need for screening HP added tW-a berm would be constructed along the church's property line. He further added that they stillYw4.tq�epore.a.landscape plan that is acceptable and questioned if this could be included as a ; ;igWapproval. Pastor Tim Ruden, Cedar Ridge Church, questioned the width of the berm and asked for further clarification of details pertaining to the berm and landscape plan. Mayor Egan noted that it appears that all the berming will occur on the church property. Director of Public Works Colbert estimated the width of the berm to be 40 to 60 feet wide and two to seven feet m height Dale Klossner, 2025 Pin Oak Drive, Wd•he hgsyetYo see any solid plans and added that he would like the details to be finalized. Hk:gtittei i iiat it appears the proposal is heading in the right direction. Mayor Egan asked him if he fell his;position wis reflective of the other residents who signed the petition in opposition to the project Mf: V61JW said he could not speak for them with regard to the modified proposal. He commented on the short tiuiEij;For.reviewing the changes. Senior Planner Ridley asked the City Attorney what leverage the City would have to ensure the construction of a berm on property that is not before the City Council. City Attomey Sheldon stated that it would be necessary to prepare legal documents once all the details are solidified. Aric Elsner, 2023 Pin Oak Drive, commirited on the %uahty of the applicant's hotel and said it appears that there is room to work with tq:Itadded;>:the residents know that eventually this property will be developed and further.lit�.d thi('*Z-eiftended stay hotel is preferable to a typical hotel He commented on the construction of tfii &rm on'. church property in addition to other landscaping measures. Mayor Egan asked for a show 6f:1i7D1t f opl l0 t4 idents in the audience who were opposed to the hotel proposal. No opposition was indicated• Giitttilmember Blomquist asked Pastor Ruden if the church has looked at the affect the berm would have on the need for future budding additions. Pastor Roden indicated that the hotel is a good development and after talking with the developer he did not feel that the 25 foot width of the berm will impact future growth of the church. Councilmember Masin stated that: tlJi jeielop¢ii`iiid a good job of hosting the neighborhood meeting. She added that she would like.40' :, ve the reman;injY� details finalized before taking action. She asked how long this item could be contiltiied for. Senior Pl3tiiier Ridley said that the applicant has waived the 60 day agency action requirfgent. Councilmemti0i Awada asked the applicant if the berming and landscape plan could be finalized Dy:#YikFt4be{ 2Q Gitouncil meeting. EAGAN CRY COUNCIL MEETING MINLTES, OCTOBER 6, 1998 PAGE 10 Emmett Erpelding, New Ulm Enterprises, asked if the City Council would be willing to approve the Comprehensive Guide Plan Amendment tonight so the proposal could be forwarded to Met Council for their review. He added that final apprarval of the Planned Development Amendment could be contingent upon detailed plans being worliifd out with the church and the residents. Councilmember Awada asked ifil* Otigjt3l'lvpiflQ: DiC4ble to deny final approval on the PD Amendment if they approve the Compri #ieYu94ibti c+AfeiiAtnendment thu evening Cit Attorney Sheldon stated that the Council could forftrd the Comprehensive Guide Plan Amendment to the Met Council for review and take formal acti6n:on it after the final details are worked out and after the Met Council's review. Councilmember Awada stated that the neighborhood should be renoticed as to what City Council agenda this item will be scheduled on. Mayor Egan commented that the City Council is trying to work with the residents to obtain their feedback and added that it is important for them to show up and voice their concerns. Councilmember Awada said she*els it %W' d be acceptable for the church name to appear on the pylon sign for the hotel. City Attorney Sheldoi ;ppmmented that the developer will need to work with the church to prepare an agreement providing for:" use of church property for construction of a berm Councilmember Blomquist ment34iitd iftgt shewwppld like to ensure that at least two-thirds of the residents on Pin Oak Drive are comfortable with the modified proposal prior to the Council moving forward. Councilmember Awada moved, Councilmember Masin seconded a motion to forward the Comprehensive Guide Plan Amendment from Limited Busipess (LB) to Commercial Planned Development (CPD) for 2.4 acres at the southwest corner 4Rj6nChff Road and Rahn Way, legally described as Lot 2, Block 1, Rahn Ridge 2^a gddiioon, in the northeast 14 of Section 31 to the Metropolitan Council for review and comment Aye:. .6:14;k.Y: 0 PROJECT 663, CONSIDER: ASSES$MENT DEFERRAL REQUEST (VALLEY VIEW PLATEAU+,cj$>H£$ AND UTILITIES) City Administrator Hedges provided an overview on this item Director of Public Works Colberl gave a staff report. Nader Nooryshokry, 2840 Sibley Memorial Highway, indicated that he is trying to sell his property but is having a difficult time because -no buyers are interested in having to pay 6'.4% interest for the length of the deferment. He stated th*t:ipf"pot #ittygrs contact the City about his property they become disinterested in purchasing his.Jloi 4e bec�y9t:bf fli"'deferred assessment and the running interest. He further stated that the CityisHould me.4-the cost until the property is subdivided. Mayor Egan said that it does nCt 3pp..... qe, is: anapreement between the City and Mr. Noaryshokry. Director of Public Work{; oi} .. ftafEid'... " Alf tried to provide the most lenient assessment deferral agreement allowed by law City Attoiney Sheldon stated that the Council did not need to take action on the request since the agreement appeared to be withdrawn by the property owner. Councilmember Awada said the property owner should consider subdividing the property or marketing it to a developer for subdividing,,CAt i i Ember Wachter stated that he would prefer not to take action on this request HesuggesteQr}v3i;It7ilotjElktfka .contact a developer to explore the possibihty of subdividing the property Mayor Ega¢i dLto suggested fii.iioeet with staff to work out his issues and to obtain names of developers who may bE'{ftterested in subdtvIding his property. EAGAN CRY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES; OCTOBER 6, 1998 PAGE 11 NEW BUSINESS CONDITIONAL USI PERMIT - CITI-CARGO & STORAGE CO. Mayor Egan turned the meeting ovgt to Av n$,Mayor Wachter due to a conflict of interest Senior Planner Ridley gave a staff report�im essentially a housekeeping item. Al Ofstehage, Citi -Cargo, stated:,&:..t they are trying to formalize the use of the property. Councilmember Aw•ada moved, Councilmember Masin seconded a motion to approve a Conditional Use Permit to allow the outside storage of semi -tractor trailers upon a 4.1 acre site located north of Yankee Doodle Road and west of Mike Colluu Drive subject to the following conditions: The Conditional Use P shall be recorded within 60 days of its approval by the City Council. 2 Outdoor storage activities shall 1x,confined to the areas south and east of the site's principal structure within the area specifically designated on the site plan Ave. 4 Nay: 0 (Mayor Egan abstained) CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT - EAGAN EXTENDED DAYCARE (TERRY KAYOUM) City Administrator Hedges provided an oven ieNN on this item. Senior Planner Ridlev gave a staff report. Floyd Forsberg, 4555 Lenore Lane, stated he Ns a.< opposed to this daycare because it would be a commercial use in a residential area. Richard Mdac. 1741 Galaxie Court and Gail Zinzer, 1750 Galaxie Court, were in agreement with Mr Forsberg Terry Kayoum, applicant, stated that she has been 'in the daycare business for ten years and feels there is a real need for this type of daycare in Eagan. Councilmember Awada concurred that this need exists but added that this request crosses the boundary between residential and commercial use. Councilmember Wachter stated that he did not have anv financial interest in this property and would be able to vote on the CUP. Mayor Egan concurred with Co¢If¢dmem ;�wada about the need for affordable daycare in Eagan but stated that it must be approprlafely locai`W He added that converting the garage to a daycare would not allow the house to effectively.'Wcbon j*.;ksingle family dwelling. He said it is important to protect the neighboring residents' mvestAlCAk ip.tlil3� j3t. He further said that allowing 45 children at this daycare is excessive. Councilmember Blomquist added that when the Comprehensive Guide Plan was created it was the Council's decision to separate commercial uses from residential uses She further added that she sa%% no reason to allow this type of commercial activity in a residential zone and doing so would constitute spot zoning. Councilmember Blomquist movRO) CouncilmembPt Aivada seconded a motion to deny a Conditional Use Permit to allow the establishment of an "in-lidme" daycare facility of more than eleven children within an R-1, Single Family R¢pidential zoning distiKt upon property legally described as Lots 2 and 3, Black 2, Clearview Addition. A} i+:; 4;!} ember Masin abstained) EAGAIN CITY COUNCIL MEETING NUNU MS; OCTOBER 6, 1998 PAGE 12 Councihnember Masin stated it would be nice to have a daycare that provides care for school age children and the location would be convenient to the park and ride site which is located on Blackhawk She added that she was also concerned about allowing this use because of the impacts to the other residents in the area. Councilmember Awada stated tRa.f... jfQdiii :iflfital given at the APC meeting should be included as follows; due to the commercial:iietiire:iif:iiie:P *pDsed use it was determined to be detrimental to the neighborhood, not harrrtOnious to the Comprehensive Plan and existing zoning, and is incompatible with the use of the neighwtl P' PLANNED DEVELOPMENT AMENDMENT - HONEY TREE LTD. (COMFORT SUITES) City Administrator Hedges provided an overview on this item. Senior Planner Ridley gave a staff report. Ray Anderson, Honey Tree Ltd :introduced Dvlark Finnemann, the Project Architect. Mr. Fineman discussed the changes that have been made to. the.Original development proposal adding that the image of the hotel has been improved 3=ib 3Uso diseiiused'tM pathway system and stated that the% would like to construct a deck on the adjacent City property" Joe Favor, Landscape Architect, showed a drawing of the proposed deck. He added that the developer would rebuild the deteriorated pathway. Further discussion occurred regarding the feasibihh of the deck. Councilmember Wachter stated that.thelthitgg*" iltake the building more appealing Mayor Egan concurred and added that Comfort Ink.** n a' jttaiify'prod*t. Councilmember Wachter moved, eoittlCllitteatber Awada seconded a motion to approve a Planned Development Amendment to modify tfie tote plariitstd include a pylon sign for the Comfort Suites for property located at 4490 Erin Drive, legally desttibed as Lot 1, Block 1, Honey Tree 1" Addition, in the SW 3. of Section 30 subject to the following conditions: A Final Planned Development Agreement shall be executed prior to commencement of construction. The following exhibits are necessary for this Agreement: Final Site Plan Fatal Building ]rbpitimt L'>tti:: ' Final Sign Plati:: Final Landscapp�aan Final Lighting 2 This Planned Development approves a totii=ilory•, 130 -room hotel, possibly with on -sale liquor, with a 200 -seat conference center and indoor swimming pool. 3. One pylon sign is approved for Lot 1, Block 2, Honey Tree 10 Addition and shall be located at the northerly west.etltreftW.4om Erin Drive. The pylon sign shall satisfy City Sign Code standards for hitijS#j. 4*ev:attdt Wbacks. Wall signage is not allowed on the east or south building elgy$bons; wall sigilagC, may be located on the north and west elevation. I. Entrance signs shall be pfQ jatenf.dRiiggJj ka size as shown in the sign elevations and shall be set back at least 21i:tQp;#$ lines EAGAN CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINGfES, OCTOBER 6,1998 PAGE 13 5. Exterior building materials shall be as shown on the building elevation plans. 6. Trash and recyclable materials enclosures shall be attached to the principal building, Constructed of materialsto ziatch the principal budding and of a size sufficient to enclose all trash and recyclable materials receptacles. 7. The landscape plan shall'lie'fP6i .:—::¢eiidtiij 't6 the comments in the staff report and shall provide better heaftht screening opposite the main entrance between the two buildings. 8. A maintenance agreement for landscaping placed on City property shall be executed and recorded with the Final Planned Development Agreement. 9. The developer shall acci.b.im the nKvssary property to accommodate the proposed deck, or the deck shall be del¢w from tie plans 10. Site lighting shall be deii khed to 64kh that on Lot 2, Block 1, Honey Tree I I Addition. Light standards shall not•heAW4T.4hai,Z,5.1,ee1,.:All lights shall have sharp cutoffs and be directed downward to g :yj.. ty of the lighting from off the site Lighting on the east side of the site shall be shielded on the east side to deflect light onto the site. 11 The trail shall be lit for security purposes, and such lighting shall be designed to minimize glare when viewed from off the site.: 12. This hotel shall be staffed 24-botttsa day all year around. 13. Any rooftop mechanical equipment shalibe screened and not visible from the public right-of-way. Aye: 5 Nay: 0 Councibnember Wachter moved, Councilmember Blomquist seconded a motion to direct staff to negotiate with the developer regarding the feasibility of acquiring the City property adjacent to the Comfort Suites to allow for the construction of a deck. Aye: 5 Nay: 0 PLANNED DEVELOPMENT.;? blSl!i 0)kLAXIE PARTNERSHIP, L.L.C. City Administrator Hedges proVWd an ooee4iew on this item Senior Planner Ridley gave a staff report. Lou Olson, property owner, stew*# Y%n was not feasible with Health Systems He added that KinderCare, which is located two buildirigs d6wn, was given approval for a pylon sign. Mayor Egan mentioned that there was never a sign agreement in place for this development. Councilmember Wachter asked if the sign could be installed on the northerly comer. Mr. Olson said he did not want to impact the residents across #*:*#0'lr'y:&cing the sign in their direct view He further said that the sign needs to be 300' feet frotf+;(#i¢i iAfaierit$Sl rl Nicollet Clinic building. Councilmember Wachter restated his support for installing..the sign on the:Ab4berly comer and sharing the sign with another user Mr Olson commented thathe gave the placement of the sign a lot of thought to ensure it would not create a problem for the neiAhors. Mayor Egan sidii that Mr. Olson's concerns about appeasing the neighbors are well-found.66:, ,,,...,,.,: EAGAN CM COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES, OCTOBER 6, 1998 PAGE 14 Councilmember Awada indicated she did not have a problem with this sign since the Council had approved a similar sign for Kinder -Care. Mayor Egan stated that the proposed location is less obtrusive to the neighbors than placing iT:Dit the northerly comer. Councilmember Blomquist moved, Councilmember Awada seconded a motion to approve a Planned Development Amendment to {�3$St5 Plaza Drive Lot 2, Block 1, Galaxie Cliff P aljii:( Plaza 3,d Addition) in the NW 1;4 of conditions: 1. Prior to installation of t"' * Ion sign, a sign permit shall be obtained from the CAN 2. The pylon sign shall not exceed 125 square feet per side in area and must be set back at least 10 feet from all property lines Aye: 4 Nay: 1 (Councilmember Wach�bpposed).. PLANNED DEVELOPS.W4T ANMNDMENT - CSM LODGING, L.L.C. :(TOWNPLACE SUITES) City Administrator Hedges provided an i,ver% we , on jis item. Senior Planner Ridley gave a staff report. Representatives of CSM Lodging were available for questions. Mayor Egan commented that attitudes need to adjust.to changing times and stated that the City has been successful in attracting quality restaurants and it ii not necessary to hold out for another restaurant on this site. Councilmember Wachter inquinod about the land.scape plan. Senior Planner Ridley stated that staff reviews the plan to ensure that a variett. of trek:species are planted Councilmember Masin moved, Councilmember Aiva.4seconded a motion to approve a Planned Development Amendment to allow the construction of a 95 room, "extended stay" hotel upon 1.9 acres of land located north of Crestridge Lane between 1-35E and Pilot Knob Road on property currently platted as Lot 1, Block 1, Duckwood Bluff subject to the following conditions: 7 The applicant and/or developer shall enter.iptq a Final Planned Development Agreement with the City prior to bujjdgzg peitrut-:t aj:aMe 2. The following exhibits arrtequired:i' i the Final Planned Development Agreement A. Finalle'lan•::::::....... B. Final Lagjt9sFitpQ Fk4?!! C. Final Building Elevations'and Signage Plan D. Lighting Plan 3 All trash/ recycling containers shall be stored within the principal buildings or within an enclosure consistent with Ci C4*dR"dQairements. 4. All building, parking/ dr'iV$'aisles, and Iih aped areas shall be properly maintained 5 All exterior lighting sh3f.:¢e hooded and cl&0 ed to deflect Light away from adjacent properties and rights-dfFa}:..:.; •.•:..::.:.;:;:::::::::::::::: :: 6. The use of vinyl siding as An exterior finish material shall be prohibited. EAGAN CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES, OCTOBER 6, 1998 PAGE 15 7. All rooftop mechanical equipment shall be screened from view of all public rights-of- way. 8. The hotel's trash enclosure shall be attached to the principal building and satisfy applicable City requiregtbltA::::: 9. Front desk staffing shalt.W provided on a 24-hour basis Aye: 5 Nay: 0 VISITORS TO BE HEARD A resident asked about Item AA i51t the Consent Agenda, Drainage concerns, Greensboro Add (Storm Sewer Improvements), Director fffPublic YI!�iiks Colbert explained that contractors have not responded to the bids so the project wilr.. rebid ii i:{!1e winter. Stephen Westerlund, 1373 BerryBudge-Road,_.t1>allked,.the Council on behalf of his family for approving their variance request. ROUND TABLE Senior Planner Ridley requested Council authorization to prepare an ordinance amendment to remove daycare with greater than ten children in residential areas Councilmember Blomquist moved,, Couti6krien ber Wachter seconded a motion to direct the Advisory Planning Commission to coni Fet' fi ordfnanceamendment to remove daycare with greater than ten children in residential areas. Aye: 5 Nay: 0 :. Discussion occurred regarding the southeal-A. R» [tiff Road and Galaxie Avenue. Senior Planner Ridley clarified that the property is zoned Agricrihii.75d and guided D-1, single family. Councilmember Blomquist inquired about the number of properties in the City that are located at intersections with County roads which are owned by petroleum companies. ADJOURNMENT,. The meeting adjourned at 9.20 Date City Clerk SILK If you need these minutes in an alternative form such as large print, Braille, audio tape, etc., please contact the City of Eagan, 3830 Pilot Knob Road, Eagan, \1N 55122, L61Ri:�2eM16f1!Q, CPDD phone: (612) 455.8535). The Gn of Eagan is committed to the pobcy.th*611'persons }iitoe equal access to its programs, sen'lces, activities, facilities and employment without regard tdllill6, color, creed, reli$ion, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, marital status or status with regard to public assistance.,. EXHIBIT A LIST OF JUDGES FOR GENERAL ELECTION NOVEMBER 3, 1998 pemocrat Rqubl un Independent Don Giblin LoisAgnmson Donna Hcir Elizabeth Bassett ShaC04kASU6A)X.d,.... Norman H%al Dick Beam ;•..... Papti:.. :: >::;. 8iC!AdR Jan Beli%cau AI%cc Bolkc Ne�1731ack, ;: '' '' ;:;>�� Jos cc Swedean Eleanor Bruce Jopji'8oh1ig Sharon Bruce Marilyn Defrang Dx'iS Gan Perim Breuer Gladys B%rnes Jim Dech Adchne Buehlcr Jud} Christopher Thora Dech Charles Fischer Carol Sue Cruz Eleanor Gnmmer Elaine Fischer Karen Dare Ethel Groff Karen Flood Genanne Dodge Marti Ann GuetzlaJf Jean Harmon James Driscoll Msrf'Hansen Michelle Huck William Guelcher 6ar30ne Hansen Richard Iffen Frank Hamenuk L16 id Hareid Jeanne Koehler Jud) Hansen RANareid Y%onneKnsruk Buma Heine Milftd:i}ketben Eleanor Morson Carolee Jones Mgr *—ii:}3olm Enul% Medin Patricia Kaeder Vicki Jabbra June Nelson Walter Las%rence Marge Jacobs Virginia Nicola\ Richard La.Ma% Perm Johnson Stephen Olson Arlene Leibcl lean Kimber Jud% Peterson Robert Zimmerman Shirlee Klang Patricia Ricke Richard Nicola Alice Krenz Christine Seben Clarice lith Jan KuCl4!- - Donald Sektnan Charlotte O'Donnell Matit�;*jtt<" Nanc%Se%erson Marine Olson Mari'J9ne Pederson ' Man Teske Sharon Orli Sonsa.Lilrfbn Paul Teske E%el%n Ouerness Marihn Legltr . Carolyn Thurston Margaret Pellenn Coni Walters PhN Ills Sgmers Ruth Prior Ruth Lille Bill Fish Pat Ras{, Pits Ills Manche% Eldons Ohm Lorraine Rieger Zella Minck Julie Kaufman Manic Ruzicka Barb Nunall Beth Porter % Saia Judm Ann Ouradnnk Robert Meckle% Sheila Slia) Linda Pansy, Da%%n Sable AnnThonlis BiN'DCcifjrr.: GlonaMcCanunon Ruth T%%ome Marah`n Poner. Jud> Hassle Sue VonDeLinde Aiwr Resiad ' Da%%n Sable Mani n Young Mtd.irlle Sking0en Jud% Hassle Anthom Wilkes Sr YAT.0 Ueckei: < Beth Ramse. Loma Tutl Lois: �?7fi4scit Vman Date Grocer Belhle Caftil Vho2de ` - Julie Kaufman -Boom Jud% Qungle\ Fred Viho%de Man McGuire Manan H\ aid Rose Vimr Glona Wachder Dick Phillippn Vencra YiswA Jod% Severson Jennifer VanHom Bob Voges,... ;;. Patu Paul Marik........1kK:::;:;:;::•; Pat Larson Reform Pam LarJ<;: . Tbomas Pahl Bill Skar He15i±egler Lucia Johnson Diane Tapper Ecercll Waters Laiane Molitor GENERAL ELECTION - NOVEMBER 3, 1998 Eagan H gh School Students Easntew High School Students B"nc, Canssa Haga. AndN Bergstrom Lisa _.. _ ,.._Lieserman Michelle Boatman Tiffam Borgstrom. Lisa Ford Thomas Gabriel, Bate Glsnn Beran Hayhurst -Cruz. Jill Hofferber, Katie Kraning Knsun Lilb, Maithe.. Mercer, Sats Nbichell, Faith Norris. Beck% Olson. Stepharue "" Paukner, Amber Rau. Jaime Samuel. Rose Schultz Beck% Sham. Anna Slusarki. Derek SI%. Jennifer Smith Erin Spring. Stephanie Swanson. Jamie nil]. Andiom VanOserbekc.Jason Walters. Pfau Warner. Knsun ZafNe. Erica Zeroth- Knsti Burnsville High School Students wcn Major. btur Barak jenny Anderson, Staphanis Boa. Jan Bar9s:s. Howe Bo-lnper, ago i Benson, Mn Emiy. BOWL Aaron Borchert, Brandon Brandell. Adam BratlrWyye Brlpino. Mn 8116101, Davi: y Jot Byry, Cosay Bruno. Con Car. Julia CaswaC, KaLhyn p'hs10P'waon. T1Rany Conlon. Molty Ctoka, Rces DeBman, Jeremy Dolly, J*Mlcn Decker, Jane Duran, Bront Dorr-ser Nick Durfm " EOwerds.Sheraya Dwyer, Pa; Ekum, Anjuji Engirt Lirdssy- Faeroe. Dov Oaybrd,Chns Frcher. Jen, Gokr; Vm=rla Factor,Ardrsa Gooa,Snanne Gibson, Nary Grace. Mir3lae Gormley. Joe KUnareklus_r Hepar, Mike Granowou Dealree Hanson, Matt Ouler, Alissa Harrod. Katie Hou "r-00•1 Hicks.06vid Hassett, Janice HitoQue, Kate Mdston, Mchaele Mon. Rarely asc+s, Enn JaDPoon. Rob Kaiser. Drew Johnson, Jami Koslow, Tori Johnson, Ryan Mahadura, Yoppa Johonwn, Tim Moa", Jon Junk, Lar Old@ntaup, Onber KoMr, W71 Pedina Oftri 190ww, Dsrek La~.. K-AxhcwL Je«ica PUIL u4 PW Krara. Erik Rlao, Dorctll�C Knp, Josh PZherunp, LIWIq, '::::`:::: Kropv, Chad Jac kslan. Kana . MOC4MW Channon dohder. Mats IVevel, David BOUnan, Amy Selby. Erie Woma. Kristin Snydar. Anne xwv. Ponjy+.;:;: blvanron, Kale VanGuidsr, Jenny Flat Amanda 2stsran, Mans ::. :::•: . Burnsville High School Students 1`6Gyoemmt judges 82rur, Nick EW, Jon EntA0n, Std os Fl�r, JII K@Jw. Nimle me nawn. pow K8pavd� s1 mis KaAovcA, Nrt KllnpWi�. sra L�akMn,:lCifpe Koenke, Mgls Lamn Dusan Kulhanek, Justin. Link, Mkl McGinnis. mcAMis ADDITIONAL JUDGES FOR GENERAL ELECTION November 3, 1998 Ann Roach Darlene Bahr Andrew Sirouak Kelh Glmer Bonnie Engen Don Levan Parti Good Barbara & Wm Hodapp Pauline NoNack Mona Jadoonath Roger & Ellen Fredlund Ruth Munson Margie Ross Beth Kennelh Penny Johnson Paula Weathers Ltkiar Hauff Darlene Hanson Ann Thon Thomas & Ruth Penn Marion Baker Delores Carlson Tamms Gennch Vigona Gregor\ JoNce Suedean - Diana Aitzell Gen Amundson ?:s:: MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE EAGAN CITY COUNCIL Eagan, Minnesota October 6, 1998 A regular meeting of the Eagan City Council was held on Tuesday, October 6, 1998 at 6:30 p.m. at the Eagan Municipal Center. Present were Mayor Egan and Councilmembers Wachter, Aw•ada, Masin and Blomquist. Also present were City AM1tti30f::;Wp:edges, Senior Planner Mike Ridley, Director of Public Works Tom Colbert, and City y$it>i:5Elgi�ott :�:� AGENDA Councilmember Wachter moved, Councilmember Masin seconded a motion to approve the agenda as presented Aye: 5 Nay: 0 MINUTES OF THE -SEPTEMBER 14, 1998 REGULAR MEETING Councilmember Masin request ;that on }%iigr 2, the last sentence in the eighth paragraph should read as follows, "She noted that in the Cii"of BurritiYjlle eight public properties are designated as acceptable locations where campaign sigru:mAy.l?e. placed." She also requested that on page 9, the last sentence in the first paragraph should betleoij¢d:rRig3:"ncilmembers indicated that obtaining resident feedback was the main reason Councilmember Blomquist moved, Councilmember Wachter seconded a motion to approve the minutes as amended. Aye: 5 Nay: 0 MINUTES OF THE SEPTEMBER.,A:I* SPECIAL MEETING Councilmember Wachter moved Crlunih cninnbkt Slasin seconded a motion to approve the minutes as presented. Aye: 5 Nav: 0 :< VISITORS TO 09 HEARD Barbara Sutherland, Campaign Chairperson for Meg Tilley, asked Mayor Egan about statements that were made by him in a letter he sent to all Eagan residents regarding Ms. Tilley's position on the Aquatic Facility issue. Mayor Egan responded that he had received some information firsthand and other individuals had told him of information they had witnessed firsthand. Ms. Sutherland stated that Ms. Tilley's campaign has been portrayed as being based on this one issue only. She further stated that there are several issues in the City that Ms. Tilley 1iG erned:wit other than the Aquatic Facility. Mayor Egan apologized if that was the impressppn;t?Iti'f b the letter and added that he knows Ms. Tilley is not running a one issue campai y RECOGNITIONS& PRESENTATIONS PRESENTATION OF A CHECI(13Y THE1ik6AN LION'S CLUB TO THE EAGAN FIRE DEPARTMENT TOWARD THE PURCHASE OF A CAIRNSIRIS THERMAL IMAGING SYSTEM City Administrator Hedges provided ati.pxerxiew on this item. Fire Chief Jensen commented on the donation by the Lion's Club and saidij.fi+ASFeA3ly p reciated Mayor Egan also thanked the Lion's Club on behalf of the City Council for thgo., tierous dbtt�do,. Councilmember Wachter move,¢, Councilmember Aw:ada seconded a motion to approve a resolution' accepting a 530,000 donatiofi_Etom the Eagan Lioi2.RClub to be used toward the purchase of a CairnsIRIS helmet. Aye: 5 Nay: 0 EAGAN CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES; OCTOBER 6, 1998 PAGE 'Upon the advice of the City AtpWrhey, formal resolutions will be prepared from this point forward to formal]}' accept all donations LGi the City. RECOGNITION OF WE$QtjA!:tC£j1 OF COMMUTER AWARD City Administrator Hedges proV4Wd an overview on this item. Tom Wolrath, representing West Group, thanked the Metropolitan Council and Metro Commuter Services for the receipt of the award. He commented on the efforts being undertaken by West to promote and encourage the reduction of commuter traffic. Elizabeth Kautz, Chairperson of 31ie MVTA and Mayor of Burnsville, commented on the partnership and collaboration between West Group'4"nd the MVTA and how this will ensure a plentiful labor force in the community. £(JS SE,F+[T. AGENPA In regard to Item D, Proclamation, Cities Week, October 5-11,1998, Councilmember Masin asked what activities are being undertaken by the City in recognition of Cities Week Communications/ Recycling Coordinator Foote identified a number of events that have occurred recently and those events that will be occurring in recognition of Cities Week. Councilmember Masin asked that the proclamation be shown on cable this week. In regard to Item T, Vacate easemt hearing. City Administrator Hedges state November 3, 1998 to November 2, 1998'. A Personnel Items pub8c.. hearing date should be changed from Item 1 It was recommended to approve the hiring of Tom Struve as Public Works Coordinator/ Administrative Assistant. Item 2. It was recommended to approve the hiring of Susan Marks-Kerst Amanda Helebrant, Patty Brown, Joshua Austad, Kim Moen and Kari Craj$head as pArt,time seasonal skating instructors Item 3 It was recommended to approve:! hfririj ......tc}ien Kirpach, Crystal Stichter, Holly Van Ort, Andrea Duleh and Beth Krutzig as parFiiY le seas dirsT substitute skating instructors. Item 4. It was recommended to approKNthe .bg4� 4f,KAthy Jordahl, Heather Kurata, Michelle Romjue and Stacey Folden as part-time skating3G ?iFi T Item 5. It was recommended to approve the hiring of Brad Champlin as a part-time seasonal football official Item 6 It was recommended to approve tha.hgiti Ai #?rtdsey Carter, Vinny Crouch and Torie Van Horne as part-time seasonal concession stand w 04.pe bifi''tfiE CEK1E arena. Item 7. It was recommended to approvEiite hiring of Megantullen, Daniel Norsten and Jeff Peterson as part-time seasonal skate guards in the d jr arena. Item 8. It was recommended to approvA:tiks yid :(,*witz as a part-time seasonal supervisor in the civic arena. EAGAN CITY COUNCIL MEE 11NG MINUTES; OCTOBER 6, 1998 PAGE Item 9 It was recommended to approve the hiring of Cory Knaffla as a seasonal parks maintenance workers. B. Resolution authorizing execution Of a&reement, Community Oriented Policing (COPS) Grant (Overtime) It was recommended to a � � ` ppidt 7p:{Ebt)Jyl>tOliAujhbrizing the execution of the Cooperative Agreement with the Minnesota Departn*M ii *i'kil C'SiietVioi':the project entitled Community Oriented Policing (COPS) Grant (Overtime) and atfNiorizing Chief of Police Patrick Geagan to execute such agreements and amendments as are nec¢Sddry to implement the project on behalf of the Eagan Police Department. C. Approve 1999 Landfill Abatement Grant Application It was recommended to approve the 1999 Landfill Abatement Grant application. D. Proclamation, Cities Week, October 517, 1998 '##;was recommended to proclaim the week of October 5-11 to be Cities Week in the City of Eagpn; E. Proclamation Minnesota Manufactur s 1998 It was recommended to proclaim October 12-16 to be Manufacturers Week irtlfie: ftiuiif F. Set public hearing final assessment of delinquent false alarm bills It was recommended to set a public hearing for November 2, 1998 to consider the final assessment of the delinquent false alarm bills and certify them to Dakota County for collection with property taxes, G. Request for public hearing - certi: recommended to schedule a public h utility balances to Dakota Countv for H. Approve 1998/1999 D A R E and Polieei:fiA0 } of Eagan. It was recommended to approve the agree services between School District #1% and the Citv of ities, November 2, 1998. It was 998 to consider certification of delinquent taxes. D.A.R.E. and police liaison I Recommendation, Airport Relations Commission Noise Abatement Departure Profile Contour Analysis It was recommended to approve a recommendation by the Airport Relations Commission requesting that the Metropolitan Airports Commission perform noise contour analysis based on its studs of profile altitude data attenuation. It was recommended to approve a supporting the implementation of noise:%s)llls to further stud)of the mitigation of other abii7ces ( idation by the Airport Relations Commission engine run-up test noise and recommending K Pro ect 751 authorize fea ibili , report, Dodd Road =`Cliff Road to Butw in Road Street L' ad Utility Improvements) It was recommended to authorize the preparation of a feasibility report for Project 751 (South Dodd Road - Street Upgrade & Utility Improvements) L. Project 752, authorize feasibility report lohni (Street Overlay). It was recommended to Bird 4l Uohnny Cake Ridge Road - Street Over*),. M. Project 753, authorize feasibihtl re);oa Thoi Overlay). It was recommended to authoriie.the Lake Road - Street Overlay). of a feasibility report for Project 752 feasibility report for Project 753 (Thomas EAGAN CIT' COUNCIL MEETING MINLTES, OC70BER 6, 1998 PAGE N. Project 754, authorize feasibility report, Hilltop Estates (Street Over) It was recommended to authorize the preparation of a feasibility report for Project 754 (Hilltop Estates - Street Overlay). O. Project 755, authorize feasibility repojtt Meadowland P' Add (Street Over) It was recommended to authorize the preparation of a feasibdih, report for Project 755 (Meadowland 1.1 Addition - Street Overlay). _ . ..... P. Project 756, authorize feasi authorize the preparation of a dgate Lane (Street Overlay) It was recommended to for Project 756 (Woodgate Lane - Street Overlay) Q. Project 757, authorize feasibiht)• report, Ridgeview Acres & Rose Hill Additions (Street Overlay) It was recommended to authorize the preparation of a feasibility report for Project 757 (Ridgeview Acres & Rose Hill Additions - Street Overlay). R. Project 758, authorize feasibility repof :surrey gigights (Street Overlay It was recommended to authorize the preparation of a feasibilityreport forPipject 758 (Surrey Heights Addition - Street Overlay). S Contract 98-03 approve final payme0y{.ajAth%&j1g City m6D=ance, Oak Chase Additions (Street Reconstruction) It was recommended tdaplt0v tlj8fltj3k;patent for Contract 98-03 (Oak Chase Additions -Street Reconstruction) in the amount of 510,558.78 to McNamara Contracting, Inc., and accept the improvement for perpetual City maintenance subject to warranty provisions. T Vacate easement (Park Center 5" Add.) - receive petition schedule public hearing It was recommended to receive the petition to vacate a sidewalk easement Document No. 13005774, and schedule a public hearing to be held on November 2,,jy U Project 733, receive final assessment 08f6itdW6iiNj caring (McKee Add - Street Reconstruction & Utility Imp.) It was recommended to rdceivg.the Final k6essment Roll for Project 733 (McKee Additions - Street Reconstruction and Utility Improvkkki t4004.K4 edule a public hearing to be held on November 2,1998. V. Contract 98-13, approve final payment authorize City maintenance, McKee Add (Street Reconstruction & Utility Imo.). It was recommended to approve the final payment for Contract 98-13 (McKee Additions - Street Reconstruction and Utility Improvements) in the amount of $90,629.26 to Danner, Inc., and accept the improvement for perpetual City maintenance subject to warranty provisions W. Contract 97-11, approve final paymerit;;Ale.Ciily:iiiEftenance, Old Sibley Hwy (Street & Utility). It was recommended to approV2:llie final:MbrientYor Contract 97-11 (Old Sibley Highway - Street and Utility Improvements) in the'iinrount of Si2,389.99 to Ryan Contracting, Inc , and accept the improvement for perpetual City maintebabce subj",.to warranty provisions X. Contract 98-24, approve Plans & Blue Water Road wtilibes) It was recommended to approve the plans for Contract 98-24 (Blue Gentian Road and Blue Water Road - Utility Improvements) and authorize the advertisement for a bid opening to be held at 10:30 a.m on Thursday, October 29, 1998 Y. _Approve change in ownership for on -salt 0#A 1i Wr Jkense holder, Parkview Golf Club L.L.C.It was recommended to approve change in ety- fdhippT4, 'rule malt hquor license holder, Parkview Golf Club, L.L.0 Z. Change order, Airliner & Spruce de tion proiect It wy8 recommended to approve a change in the scope of the demolition contract for the�ltilir}et..and..5ww4:*ldtels EAGA.N CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES; OCTOBER 6, 1998 PAGE AA. Drainage concerns, Greensboro Add (Storm Sewer Improvements) It was recommended to continue the action regarding the construction of storm sewer improvements within Lots 1 and 2, Block 4, Greensboro 2^1 Addition to the second City trouncil meeting in March, 1999. BB. Final Plat - Parkview Golf Club It was recommended to approve the Final Plat for Parkview Golf Club located south of Cliff Road and eastjp¢}`IiRZtiGl�ff4 11the NW quarter of Section 34. CC. Final Subdivision - Ronald Ruth andl4ioes Schmidt for Deer Rest Pond Addition It was recommended to approve a Final Subdiv*gh, Deer Rest Pond, consisting of four lots on 2.86 acres located between James Court and Rusten Road in the SW 1/. of Section 31. DD Final Subdivision 6r Final Planned Development - The Home Depot Inc for Lexington Second Addition. It was recommended to approve a Final Subdivision (Lexington Second Addition) consisting of two lots and two outlots on approximate1jr39 acres generally located between east of Lexington Avenue and north of Northwood Parkway, south of; the U.S:R1,$ Bulk Mail Center in the SE' 4 of Section 10. EE. It was recommended to approve a footing and foundation permit I**Ww:c*mI;ucb=.to begin for the Home Depot store located on Lot 1, Block 1, Lexington Second Addy:ytipi P... 1 - 4pprovals and recording of the final plat FF Final Planned Development - Lot 4, Block 2, Eagandale Office park 2^d Addition It was recommended to approve a Final Planned Development to allow construction of a two-story office building on Lot 4, Block 2, Eagandale Office Park 2^d Addition, in the NW i:. of Section 3. GG. Modification to the Conditional Use Permit fortheaiite_Senior Housing to allow 156 units It was recommended to approve a change to the Conditii W L1s0ermit for a retirement home to increase the number of units in the facility from 151 HH Variance extension - Dorothy Baker fora 5' cethack.frnm tha nuhlic riohf-nf-wav an. 1 M 0 RI,1 1 Cedar Grove No 1 It was recommended to appro4'i 06.e #i}Y$ar extension of an approved five (5) foot Variance to the required thirty (30) foot building setback frdfli:Jjiublic right-of-way for Lot 9, Block 4, Cedar Grove No 1 II Vacate easement (Gopher Eagan Industrial Park Vt Add ) - receive petition schedule public hearing It was recommended to receive the petition to vacate Kutoff Drive and Yankee Doodle Court rights-of- way, and schedule a public hearing to be hel.d:gp.NovembgT.2,1998. JJ Approve the list of election iudges fo 'Genei recommended to approve the list of elec8a judges attached in Exhibit A. KK. Renew snow k ice control c renew the existing Snow and Ice rates. ion on November 3. 1998 It was General Election on November 3, 1998 as Ilagher, Inc It was recommended to Gallagher, Inc. for 1998-1999 at the same Councilmember Awada moved, Councilmember Wachter seconded a motion to approve the consent agenda. Aye: 5 Nay: 0 ADIANISTRATIVEt' NDA BID PACKAGE*7)kND 8, EAGAN AQUATIC FACILITY City Administrator Hedges proo;p:oii}di21!Fti4t:jbis item. Director of Parks and Recreation Vraa discussed the types of trees that wi il;e'plaiifed ori the site: EAGAN CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES; OCTOBER 6, 1998 PAGE Councilmember Awada moved, Councilmember Wachter seconded a motion to award Bid Package 7 (fencing and related work) to Midwest Fence in the amount of 531,880 and Bid Package 8 (landscaping, turf and related work) to Erotiomy Landscaping in the amount of $166,757. Aye: 4 Nay (Councilmember BlomquLst opposed) City Administrator Hedges mentioned t}itti o ieY 34fFbi&r forms have been received for the Eagan Forever Green program and added*at additional orders are still being accepted. He noted that the Eagan Foundation received a $5,000 4"ation from Dakota Electric Association. Councilmember Blomquist commented that DEA has suggested that dwarf trees be offered for sale during the next round since they can be planted underneath power lines City Administrator Hedges commented on the employees who were nominated for the EVER1 Step of the Way awards and said that thRit:itames were placed on cable and also referenced the "Community Journal" cable program and added tlfgt:atore efforts are being made to promote public access. City Administrator Hedges stated Owthe received &.memo from the Eagan Historical Society indicating that at their last meeting they.:".oiftio plate'4dncilmember Wachter's portrait in the Council Chambers next to the Council Conference Room, name the Council Conference Room the Ted Wachter Conference Room and place Ted Wachter memorabilia in the display case outside the Council Chambers. He said that the Historical Society would like to proceed with these requests this fall and are asking for Council approval of this recommendation. Councilmember Awada stated that this recommendation is more than appropriate. Mayor Egan cogSurred and added that he could not think of a person more deserving of this honor than Councihrem*i,LV hter Councilmember Wachter said that he was yen• appreciative of this recognition,, Councilmember Awada moved, CoujigUmembef)dasin seconded a motion to accept the recommendation of the Eagan Historical SWik�'*Aqd mte the Council Conference Room as the Ted Wachter Conference Room, to place a portrait of Cbtlfii pliibel Wachter near the conference room and to display Ted Wachter memorabilia in the display case 0'tlk3ide:the Council Chambers. Aye: 4 Nay: 0 (Councilmember Wachter abstained) PUBLIC HEARINGS VACATE DRAINAGE AND UTILITY EAOEMENTS-. T 3, BLOCK 3, INESCOTT GARDENS City Administrator Hedges prottt an ov on this item. Director of Public Works Colbert gave a staff report. Mayor Egan opened the public!blSOTiRQl7$oAf whing to speak. There being no one wishing to speak, he turned the discussion back tp 11h" Councilmember Awada moved, Councilmember Masin seconded a motion to close the public hearing and approve the vacation of a public easement within Lot 3, Block 3, Wescott Gardens and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute all related documents. Aye: 5 Nay: 0 VARIANCE, STEPHEN F. WESRLtIfPCEti:30, BLOCK 3, HILLTOP ESTATES) 1373. RRY RIDCt-i♦EDAD City Administrator Hedges pra#itted an overview otithis item. He distributed a letter that was sent to Senior Planner Ridley from the 66ptda(pi;*ct0ZA4-W Pines Homeowners Association which state that they are in support of the variAeyi63t }Cargted that the applicants had sent a letter to each Councilmember inviting them to attAa'neightioihood meeting at their home on Thursday EAGAN CITY COUNCIL M=NG MINUTES; OCTOBER 6, 1998 PACE evening He further noted that the information did not get relayed to the Council prior to Thursday and he apologized to the W'esterlunds for that misunderstanding. Stephen Westerlund indicated he was available for questions. Mayor Egan asked if it would be more feasible for the applicants to acquire a portion of the Pines Condominiums' property. Mr. Westerlund explained that they had inv ' (iQ11f6j? but it was not cost effective to do so. Ht stated that their variance request is being lfiot#iRei►:Wtn *46i setback to an eight inch setback. He further stated that the soffit will not hang..pi er onto the Pines' property Mayor Egan opened the public hearing to anyone wishing to speak There being no one wishing to speak, he turned the discussion back to the Council He said that he felt hardship was proven for the variance Councilmember Blomquist moved; Councilmember Awada seconded a motion to close the public hearing and approve a four foot, four ir0Nariance 20 the required five (5) foot accessory structure setback from the side property hne in a Single fam4y),.onmg district for Lot 10, Block 3, Hilltop Estates Aye: 5 Nay: 0 VACATE DRAINAGE AND MLItI .k.ASVMEWS,10T 10, BLOCK 3, HILLTOP ESTATES Mayor Egan opened the public hearing to anyone wishing to speak. There being no one, he turned the discussion back to the Council Councilmember Blomquist moved, Councilmember Awada seconded a motion to close the public hearing and approve the vacation of a public easement w'ie viii Hilltop Estates and authorize the Mayor and Cit• Clerk to execute all related documents, Aye: 5 Nay 0 VARIANCE - SCOTT RANKE (LOT 11, IMOCK 4, CEDAR GROVE NO. 4) 2084 QUARTZ LANE City Administrator Hedges provided an overview oti this item. Senior Planner Ridley gave a staff report. Mayor Egan stated that the variance request is logical and reasonable. Mayor Egan opened the public hearing to anyone wishing to speak. There being no one wishing to speak, he turned the discussion back to the Council. Councilmember Wachter commented that there have been numerous similar variances gran�.in this area. Councilmember Wachter moved Mm' quist seconded a motion to close the public hearing and approve a 3 foot Vfro niie 10 foot side yard setback requirement applicable to Lot 11, Block 4, Cedar Grove No. 4. Ay*::.:j Nay: BUILDINGli: IN E. WINZIG City Administrator Hedges provided an overview on this item. Senior Planner Ridley gave a staff report Mayor Egan opened the public hearing d "ypm wishing to speak. There being no one wishing to speak, he turned the discussion back to dyB Councilmember Wachter movedYCouncilmember Atiada seconded a motion to close the public hearing and approve a building move 0.0trut to move a 40' x:28' garage from 810 Lone Oak Road to 710 Lone Oak Road legally described as Lof:{) .Ij�P4k,.11,bfq;6 4it dition (P.I.D. #10-48700-012-00) subject to the following condition EAGAN CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES, OCTOBER 6, 1998 PAGE 8 A building permit for the foundation would be applied for and issued prior to construction. Aye: 5 Nay: 0 PROJECT 7241."' HEARING WILDERNESS RON1MV OVERLAY) City Administrator Hedges prci4od an overview on this item. Director of Public Works Colbert gave a staff report Mayor Egan opened the public hearing to anyone wishing to speak Joann Mariner, 1261 Easter Lanik,;questione ' d.why a twin home is assessed at the same rate as a single family dwelling Director of Publ�:.Works P60"Jiert explained the City's assessment policy. Mayor Egan acldecl� that the rate is calculated abiding tciltpmt footage as well as traffic generation. There being no one else wishing-ta s e .. yw.EW.turned the discussion back to the Council He commented on the petition that had -A.fWber of property owners who were in favor of this project He noted that the bids received were lower than estimated Councilmember Awada moved, Councilmember Wachter seconded a motion to close the pubhc hearing and approve the final assessment roll for Project 729 (Wilderness Run 5' and 61h - Street Overlay) and authorize its certification to Dakota County for collectio;t,:.:Aye: 4 Nay: I (Councilmember Blomquist opposed) PROJECT 72,9 . , FINIAt ASSESSMENT HEARING OAK CHASE`AVD., (STREETIllECONSTRUCTION) City Administrator Hedges provided an ovenvio*,00:tW item. He noted that a letter was submitted by a number of property owners in the Oak ghborhood requesting this item be continued to the October 20, 1998 City Council meeting. Councilmember Awada moved, Councilmember Wachter seconded a motion to continue Project 725, Oak Chase Addition, final assessment hearing to the October 20, 1998 City Council meeting. Aye: 4 Nay: 0 (Councilmember Blomquist abstained..mwe the prqjqi;i.involves her property.) ............. VACATE PUBLIC RIGHTS -Of WAY A**.'%AA4NENTS, LEXINGTON ADDITION City Administrator Hedges proryi4ed an o.yar.yiew on this item. Director of Public Works Colbert gave a staff report. Mayor Egan opened the pubLic hearing to anyone w"'Ishing to speak. There being no one wishing to speak, he turned the discussion back to the Council. Councilmember Awada moved, Mayor Egan seconded a motion to close the public hearing and approve the vacation of public rights-of-way Ardv'fi ... kmts within Lexington Addition and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute all relate(f:":'m":""":�:4:?:i,'htoncuTTent recording of the plat of Lexington Second Addition. Aye: 5 Nay: 0 EAGAN CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES, OCTOBER 6, 1998 PACE OLD BUSINESS COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE PLAN AMENDMENT & PLANNED DEVELOPMENT AMENDMENT- NEW ULM ENTERPRISES City Administrator Hedges pros?idW:aij pverYkEjvtitiAis item. Senior Planner Ridley gave a staff report. Mayor Egan said that he attended $te neighborhood meeting that the developer held last Thursday, He further said that it was his understanding that discussion has occurred between the residents and the developer since that meeting Randy Hedlund, property owner, stated that the neighborhood meeting was productive and he added that they have been working with F$stor Tim Ruden of the Cedar Ridge Church. He noted that one of their concerns is the inadequate0"ge for2ltie church. He said that they would be willing to include the name of the church on a shaped pylon for the hotel He noted that another issue that "as expressed was the need for screening HP added tW-a berm would be constructed along the church's property line. He further added that they stillYw4.tq�epore.a.landscape plan that is acceptable and questioned if this could be included as a ; ;igWapproval. Pastor Tim Ruden, Cedar Ridge Church, questioned the width of the berm and asked for further clarification of details pertaining to the berm and landscape plan. Mayor Egan noted that it appears that all the berming will occur on the church property. Director of Public Works Colbert estimated the width of the berm to be 40 to 60 feet wide and two to seven feet m height Dale Klossner, 2025 Pin Oak Drive, Wd•he hgsyetYo see any solid plans and added that he would like the details to be finalized. Hk:gtittei i iiat it appears the proposal is heading in the right direction. Mayor Egan asked him if he fell his;position wis reflective of the other residents who signed the petition in opposition to the project Mf: V61JW said he could not speak for them with regard to the modified proposal. He commented on the short tiuiEij;For.reviewing the changes. Senior Planner Ridley asked the City Attorney what leverage the City would have to ensure the construction of a berm on property that is not before the City Council. City Attomey Sheldon stated that it would be necessary to prepare legal documents once all the details are solidified. Aric Elsner, 2023 Pin Oak Drive, commirited on the %uahty of the applicant's hotel and said it appears that there is room to work with tq:Itadded;>:the residents know that eventually this property will be developed and further.lit�.d thi('*Z-eiftended stay hotel is preferable to a typical hotel He commented on the construction of tfii &rm on'. church property in addition to other landscaping measures. Mayor Egan asked for a show 6f:1i7D1t f opl l0 t4 idents in the audience who were opposed to the hotel proposal. No opposition was indicated• Giitttilmember Blomquist asked Pastor Ruden if the church has looked at the affect the berm would have on the need for future budding additions. Pastor Roden indicated that the hotel is a good development and after talking with the developer he did not feel that the 25 foot width of the berm will impact future growth of the church. Councilmember Masin stated that: tlJi jeielop¢ii`iiid a good job of hosting the neighborhood meeting. She added that she would like.40' :, ve the reman;injY� details finalized before taking action. She asked how long this item could be contiltiied for. Senior Pl3tiiier Ridley said that the applicant has waived the 60 day agency action requirfgent. Councilmemti0i Awada asked the applicant if the berming and landscape plan could be finalized Dy:#YikFt4be{ 2Q Gitouncil meeting. EAGAN CRY COUNCIL MEETING MINLTES, OCTOBER 6, 1998 PAGE 10 Emmett Erpelding, New Ulm Enterprises, asked if the City Council would be willing to approve the Comprehensive Guide Plan Amendment tonight so the proposal could be forwarded to Met Council for their review. He added that final apprarval of the Planned Development Amendment could be contingent upon detailed plans being worliifd out with the church and the residents. Councilmember Awada asked ifil* Otigjt3l'lvpiflQ: DiC4ble to deny final approval on the PD Amendment if they approve the Compri #ieYu94ibti c+AfeiiAtnendment thu evening Cit Attorney Sheldon stated that the Council could forftrd the Comprehensive Guide Plan Amendment to the Met Council for review and take formal acti6n:on it after the final details are worked out and after the Met Council's review. Councilmember Awada stated that the neighborhood should be renoticed as to what City Council agenda this item will be scheduled on. Mayor Egan commented that the City Council is trying to work with the residents to obtain their feedback and added that it is important for them to show up and voice their concerns. Councilmember Awada said she*els it %W' d be acceptable for the church name to appear on the pylon sign for the hotel. City Attorney Sheldoi ;ppmmented that the developer will need to work with the church to prepare an agreement providing for:" use of church property for construction of a berm Councilmember Blomquist ment34iitd iftgt shewwppld like to ensure that at least two-thirds of the residents on Pin Oak Drive are comfortable with the modified proposal prior to the Council moving forward. Councilmember Awada moved, Councilmember Masin seconded a motion to forward the Comprehensive Guide Plan Amendment from Limited Busipess (LB) to Commercial Planned Development (CPD) for 2.4 acres at the southwest corner 4Rj6nChff Road and Rahn Way, legally described as Lot 2, Block 1, Rahn Ridge 2^a gddiioon, in the northeast 14 of Section 31 to the Metropolitan Council for review and comment Aye:. .6:14;k.Y: 0 PROJECT 663, CONSIDER: ASSES$MENT DEFERRAL REQUEST (VALLEY VIEW PLATEAU+,cj$>H£$ AND UTILITIES) City Administrator Hedges provided an overview on this item Director of Public Works Colberl gave a staff report. Nader Nooryshokry, 2840 Sibley Memorial Highway, indicated that he is trying to sell his property but is having a difficult time because -no buyers are interested in having to pay 6'.4% interest for the length of the deferment. He stated th*t:ipf"pot #ittygrs contact the City about his property they become disinterested in purchasing his.Jloi 4e bec�y9t:bf fli"'deferred assessment and the running interest. He further stated that the CityisHould me.4-the cost until the property is subdivided. Mayor Egan said that it does nCt 3pp..... qe, is: anapreement between the City and Mr. Noaryshokry. Director of Public Work{; oi} .. ftafEid'... " Alf tried to provide the most lenient assessment deferral agreement allowed by law City Attoiney Sheldon stated that the Council did not need to take action on the request since the agreement appeared to be withdrawn by the property owner. Councilmember Awada said the property owner should consider subdividing the property or marketing it to a developer for subdividing,,CAt i i Ember Wachter stated that he would prefer not to take action on this request HesuggesteQr}v3i;It7ilotjElktfka .contact a developer to explore the possibihty of subdividing the property Mayor Ega¢i dLto suggested fii.iioeet with staff to work out his issues and to obtain names of developers who may bE'{ftterested in subdtvIding his property. EAGAN CRY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES; OCTOBER 6, 1998 PAGE 11 NEW BUSINESS CONDITIONAL USI PERMIT - CITI-CARGO & STORAGE CO. Mayor Egan turned the meeting ovgt to Av n$,Mayor Wachter due to a conflict of interest Senior Planner Ridley gave a staff report�im essentially a housekeeping item. Al Ofstehage, Citi -Cargo, stated:,&:..t they are trying to formalize the use of the property. Councilmember Aw•ada moved, Councilmember Masin seconded a motion to approve a Conditional Use Permit to allow the outside storage of semi -tractor trailers upon a 4.1 acre site located north of Yankee Doodle Road and west of Mike Colluu Drive subject to the following conditions: The Conditional Use P shall be recorded within 60 days of its approval by the City Council. 2 Outdoor storage activities shall 1x,confined to the areas south and east of the site's principal structure within the area specifically designated on the site plan Ave. 4 Nay: 0 (Mayor Egan abstained) CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT - EAGAN EXTENDED DAYCARE (TERRY KAYOUM) City Administrator Hedges provided an oven ieNN on this item. Senior Planner Ridlev gave a staff report. Floyd Forsberg, 4555 Lenore Lane, stated he Ns a.< opposed to this daycare because it would be a commercial use in a residential area. Richard Mdac. 1741 Galaxie Court and Gail Zinzer, 1750 Galaxie Court, were in agreement with Mr Forsberg Terry Kayoum, applicant, stated that she has been 'in the daycare business for ten years and feels there is a real need for this type of daycare in Eagan. Councilmember Awada concurred that this need exists but added that this request crosses the boundary between residential and commercial use. Councilmember Wachter stated that he did not have anv financial interest in this property and would be able to vote on the CUP. Mayor Egan concurred with Co¢If¢dmem ;�wada about the need for affordable daycare in Eagan but stated that it must be approprlafely locai`W He added that converting the garage to a daycare would not allow the house to effectively.'Wcbon j*.;ksingle family dwelling. He said it is important to protect the neighboring residents' mvestAlCAk ip.tlil3� j3t. He further said that allowing 45 children at this daycare is excessive. Councilmember Blomquist added that when the Comprehensive Guide Plan was created it was the Council's decision to separate commercial uses from residential uses She further added that she sa%% no reason to allow this type of commercial activity in a residential zone and doing so would constitute spot zoning. Councilmember Blomquist movRO) CouncilmembPt Aivada seconded a motion to deny a Conditional Use Permit to allow the establishment of an "in-lidme" daycare facility of more than eleven children within an R-1, Single Family R¢pidential zoning distiKt upon property legally described as Lots 2 and 3, Black 2, Clearview Addition. A} i+:; 4;!} ember Masin abstained) EAGAIN CITY COUNCIL MEETING NUNU MS; OCTOBER 6, 1998 PAGE 12 Councihnember Masin stated it would be nice to have a daycare that provides care for school age children and the location would be convenient to the park and ride site which is located on Blackhawk She added that she was also concerned about allowing this use because of the impacts to the other residents in the area. Councilmember Awada stated tRa.f... jfQdiii :iflfital given at the APC meeting should be included as follows; due to the commercial:iietiire:iif:iiie:P *pDsed use it was determined to be detrimental to the neighborhood, not harrrtOnious to the Comprehensive Plan and existing zoning, and is incompatible with the use of the neighwtl P' PLANNED DEVELOPMENT AMENDMENT - HONEY TREE LTD. (COMFORT SUITES) City Administrator Hedges provided an overview on this item. Senior Planner Ridley gave a staff report. Ray Anderson, Honey Tree Ltd :introduced Dvlark Finnemann, the Project Architect. Mr. Fineman discussed the changes that have been made to. the.Original development proposal adding that the image of the hotel has been improved 3=ib 3Uso diseiiused'tM pathway system and stated that the% would like to construct a deck on the adjacent City property" Joe Favor, Landscape Architect, showed a drawing of the proposed deck. He added that the developer would rebuild the deteriorated pathway. Further discussion occurred regarding the feasibihh of the deck. Councilmember Wachter stated that.thelthitgg*" iltake the building more appealing Mayor Egan concurred and added that Comfort Ink.** n a' jttaiify'prod*t. Councilmember Wachter moved, eoittlCllitteatber Awada seconded a motion to approve a Planned Development Amendment to modify tfie tote plariitstd include a pylon sign for the Comfort Suites for property located at 4490 Erin Drive, legally desttibed as Lot 1, Block 1, Honey Tree 1" Addition, in the SW 3. of Section 30 subject to the following conditions: A Final Planned Development Agreement shall be executed prior to commencement of construction. The following exhibits are necessary for this Agreement: Final Site Plan Fatal Building ]rbpitimt L'>tti:: ' Final Sign Plati:: Final Landscapp�aan Final Lighting 2 This Planned Development approves a totii=ilory•, 130 -room hotel, possibly with on -sale liquor, with a 200 -seat conference center and indoor swimming pool. 3. One pylon sign is approved for Lot 1, Block 2, Honey Tree 10 Addition and shall be located at the northerly west.etltreftW.4om Erin Drive. The pylon sign shall satisfy City Sign Code standards for hitijS#j. 4*ev:attdt Wbacks. Wall signage is not allowed on the east or south building elgy$bons; wall sigilagC, may be located on the north and west elevation. I. Entrance signs shall be pfQ jatenf.dRiiggJj ka size as shown in the sign elevations and shall be set back at least 21i:tQp;#$ lines EAGAN CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINGfES, OCTOBER 6,1998 PAGE 13 5. Exterior building materials shall be as shown on the building elevation plans. 6. Trash and recyclable materials enclosures shall be attached to the principal building, Constructed of materialsto ziatch the principal budding and of a size sufficient to enclose all trash and recyclable materials receptacles. 7. The landscape plan shall'lie'fP6i .:—::¢eiidtiij 't6 the comments in the staff report and shall provide better heaftht screening opposite the main entrance between the two buildings. 8. A maintenance agreement for landscaping placed on City property shall be executed and recorded with the Final Planned Development Agreement. 9. The developer shall acci.b.im the nKvssary property to accommodate the proposed deck, or the deck shall be del¢w from tie plans 10. Site lighting shall be deii khed to 64kh that on Lot 2, Block 1, Honey Tree I I Addition. Light standards shall not•heAW4T.4hai,Z,5.1,ee1,.:All lights shall have sharp cutoffs and be directed downward to g :yj.. ty of the lighting from off the site Lighting on the east side of the site shall be shielded on the east side to deflect light onto the site. 11 The trail shall be lit for security purposes, and such lighting shall be designed to minimize glare when viewed from off the site.: 12. This hotel shall be staffed 24-botttsa day all year around. 13. Any rooftop mechanical equipment shalibe screened and not visible from the public right-of-way. Aye: 5 Nay: 0 Councibnember Wachter moved, Councilmember Blomquist seconded a motion to direct staff to negotiate with the developer regarding the feasibility of acquiring the City property adjacent to the Comfort Suites to allow for the construction of a deck. Aye: 5 Nay: 0 PLANNED DEVELOPMENT.;? blSl!i 0)kLAXIE PARTNERSHIP, L.L.C. City Administrator Hedges proVWd an ooee4iew on this item Senior Planner Ridley gave a staff report. Lou Olson, property owner, stew*# Y%n was not feasible with Health Systems He added that KinderCare, which is located two buildirigs d6wn, was given approval for a pylon sign. Mayor Egan mentioned that there was never a sign agreement in place for this development. Councilmember Wachter asked if the sign could be installed on the northerly comer. Mr. Olson said he did not want to impact the residents across #*:*#0'lr'y:&cing the sign in their direct view He further said that the sign needs to be 300' feet frotf+;(#i¢i iAfaierit$Sl rl Nicollet Clinic building. Councilmember Wachter restated his support for installing..the sign on the:Ab4berly comer and sharing the sign with another user Mr Olson commented thathe gave the placement of the sign a lot of thought to ensure it would not create a problem for the neiAhors. Mayor Egan sidii that Mr. Olson's concerns about appeasing the neighbors are well-found.66:, ,,,...,,.,: EAGAN CM COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES, OCTOBER 6, 1998 PAGE 14 Councilmember Awada indicated she did not have a problem with this sign since the Council had approved a similar sign for Kinder -Care. Mayor Egan stated that the proposed location is less obtrusive to the neighbors than placing iT:Dit the northerly comer. Councilmember Blomquist moved, Councilmember Awada seconded a motion to approve a Planned Development Amendment to {�3$St5 Plaza Drive Lot 2, Block 1, Galaxie Cliff P aljii:( Plaza 3,d Addition) in the NW 1;4 of conditions: 1. Prior to installation of t"' * Ion sign, a sign permit shall be obtained from the CAN 2. The pylon sign shall not exceed 125 square feet per side in area and must be set back at least 10 feet from all property lines Aye: 4 Nay: 1 (Councilmember Wach�bpposed).. PLANNED DEVELOPS.W4T ANMNDMENT - CSM LODGING, L.L.C. :(TOWNPLACE SUITES) City Administrator Hedges provided an i,ver% we , on jis item. Senior Planner Ridley gave a staff report. Representatives of CSM Lodging were available for questions. Mayor Egan commented that attitudes need to adjust.to changing times and stated that the City has been successful in attracting quality restaurants and it ii not necessary to hold out for another restaurant on this site. Councilmember Wachter inquinod about the land.scape plan. Senior Planner Ridley stated that staff reviews the plan to ensure that a variett. of trek:species are planted Councilmember Masin moved, Councilmember Aiva.4seconded a motion to approve a Planned Development Amendment to allow the construction of a 95 room, "extended stay" hotel upon 1.9 acres of land located north of Crestridge Lane between 1-35E and Pilot Knob Road on property currently platted as Lot 1, Block 1, Duckwood Bluff subject to the following conditions: 7 The applicant and/or developer shall enter.iptq a Final Planned Development Agreement with the City prior to bujjdgzg peitrut-:t aj:aMe 2. The following exhibits arrtequired:i' i the Final Planned Development Agreement A. Finalle'lan•::::::....... B. Final Lagjt9sFitpQ Fk4?!! C. Final Building Elevations'and Signage Plan D. Lighting Plan 3 All trash/ recycling containers shall be stored within the principal buildings or within an enclosure consistent with Ci C4*dR"dQairements. 4. All building, parking/ dr'iV$'aisles, and Iih aped areas shall be properly maintained 5 All exterior lighting sh3f.:¢e hooded and cl&0 ed to deflect Light away from adjacent properties and rights-dfFa}:..:.; •.•:..::.:.;:;:::::::::::::::: :: 6. The use of vinyl siding as An exterior finish material shall be prohibited. EAGAN CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES, OCTOBER 6, 1998 PAGE 15 7. All rooftop mechanical equipment shall be screened from view of all public rights-of- way. 8. The hotel's trash enclosure shall be attached to the principal building and satisfy applicable City requiregtbltA::::: 9. Front desk staffing shalt.W provided on a 24-hour basis Aye: 5 Nay: 0 VISITORS TO BE HEARD A resident asked about Item AA i51t the Consent Agenda, Drainage concerns, Greensboro Add (Storm Sewer Improvements), Director fffPublic YI!�iiks Colbert explained that contractors have not responded to the bids so the project wilr.. rebid ii i:{!1e winter. Stephen Westerlund, 1373 BerryBudge-Road,_.t1>allked,.the Council on behalf of his family for approving their variance request. ROUND TABLE Senior Planner Ridley requested Council authorization to prepare an ordinance amendment to remove daycare with greater than ten children in residential areas Councilmember Blomquist moved,, Couti6krien ber Wachter seconded a motion to direct the Advisory Planning Commission to coni Fet' fi ordfnanceamendment to remove daycare with greater than ten children in residential areas. Aye: 5 Nay: 0 :. Discussion occurred regarding the southeal-A. R» [tiff Road and Galaxie Avenue. Senior Planner Ridley clarified that the property is zoned Agricrihii.75d and guided D-1, single family. Councilmember Blomquist inquired about the number of properties in the City that are located at intersections with County roads which are owned by petroleum companies. ADJOURNMENT,. The meeting adjourned at 9.20 Date City Clerk SILK If you need these minutes in an alternative form such as large print, Braille, audio tape, etc., please contact the City of Eagan, 3830 Pilot Knob Road, Eagan, \1N 55122, L61Ri:�2eM16f1!Q, CPDD phone: (612) 455.8535). The Gn of Eagan is committed to the pobcy.th*611'persons }iitoe equal access to its programs, sen'lces, activities, facilities and employment without regard tdllill6, color, creed, reli$ion, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, marital status or status with regard to public assistance.,. EXHIBIT A LIST OF JUDGES FOR GENERAL ELECTION NOVEMBER 3, 1998 pemocrat Rqubl un Independent Don Giblin LoisAgnmson Donna Hcir Elizabeth Bassett ShaC04kASU6A)X.d,.... Norman H%al Dick Beam ;•..... Papti:.. :: >::;. 8iC!AdR Jan Beli%cau AI%cc Bolkc Ne�1731ack, ;: '' '' ;:;>�� Jos cc Swedean Eleanor Bruce Jopji'8oh1ig Sharon Bruce Marilyn Defrang Dx'iS Gan Perim Breuer Gladys B%rnes Jim Dech Adchne Buehlcr Jud} Christopher Thora Dech Charles Fischer Carol Sue Cruz Eleanor Gnmmer Elaine Fischer Karen Dare Ethel Groff Karen Flood Genanne Dodge Marti Ann GuetzlaJf Jean Harmon James Driscoll Msrf'Hansen Michelle Huck William Guelcher 6ar30ne Hansen Richard Iffen Frank Hamenuk L16 id Hareid Jeanne Koehler Jud) Hansen RANareid Y%onneKnsruk Buma Heine Milftd:i}ketben Eleanor Morson Carolee Jones Mgr *—ii:}3olm Enul% Medin Patricia Kaeder Vicki Jabbra June Nelson Walter Las%rence Marge Jacobs Virginia Nicola\ Richard La.Ma% Perm Johnson Stephen Olson Arlene Leibcl lean Kimber Jud% Peterson Robert Zimmerman Shirlee Klang Patricia Ricke Richard Nicola Alice Krenz Christine Seben Clarice lith Jan KuCl4!- - Donald Sektnan Charlotte O'Donnell Matit�;*jtt<" Nanc%Se%erson Marine Olson Mari'J9ne Pederson ' Man Teske Sharon Orli Sonsa.Lilrfbn Paul Teske E%el%n Ouerness Marihn Legltr . Carolyn Thurston Margaret Pellenn Coni Walters PhN Ills Sgmers Ruth Prior Ruth Lille Bill Fish Pat Ras{, Pits Ills Manche% Eldons Ohm Lorraine Rieger Zella Minck Julie Kaufman Manic Ruzicka Barb Nunall Beth Porter % Saia Judm Ann Ouradnnk Robert Meckle% Sheila Slia) Linda Pansy, Da%%n Sable AnnThonlis BiN'DCcifjrr.: GlonaMcCanunon Ruth T%%ome Marah`n Poner. Jud> Hassle Sue VonDeLinde Aiwr Resiad ' Da%%n Sable Mani n Young Mtd.irlle Sking0en Jud% Hassle Anthom Wilkes Sr YAT.0 Ueckei: < Beth Ramse. Loma Tutl Lois: �?7fi4scit Vman Date Grocer Belhle Caftil Vho2de ` - Julie Kaufman -Boom Jud% Qungle\ Fred Viho%de Man McGuire Manan H\ aid Rose Vimr Glona Wachder Dick Phillippn Vencra YiswA Jod% Severson Jennifer VanHom Bob Voges,... ;;. Patu Paul Marik........1kK:::;:;:;::•; Pat Larson Reform Pam LarJ<;: . Tbomas Pahl Bill Skar He15i±egler Lucia Johnson Diane Tapper Ecercll Waters Laiane Molitor GENERAL ELECTION - NOVEMBER 3, 1998 Eagan H gh School Students Easntew High School Students B"nc, Canssa Haga. AndN Bergstrom Lisa _.. _ ,.._Lieserman Michelle Boatman Tiffam Borgstrom. Lisa Ford Thomas Gabriel, Bate Glsnn Beran Hayhurst -Cruz. Jill Hofferber, Katie Kraning Knsun Lilb, Maithe.. Mercer, Sats Nbichell, Faith Norris. Beck% Olson. Stepharue "" Paukner, Amber Rau. Jaime Samuel. Rose Schultz Beck% Sham. Anna Slusarki. Derek SI%. Jennifer Smith Erin Spring. Stephanie Swanson. Jamie nil]. Andiom VanOserbekc.Jason Walters. Pfau Warner. Knsun ZafNe. Erica Zeroth- Knsti Burnsville High School Students wcn Major. btur Barak jenny Anderson, Staphanis Boa. Jan Bar9s:s. Howe Bo-lnper, ago i Benson, Mn Emiy. BOWL Aaron Borchert, Brandon Brandell. Adam BratlrWyye Brlpino. Mn 8116101, Davi: y Jot Byry, Cosay Bruno. Con Car. Julia CaswaC, KaLhyn p'hs10P'waon. T1Rany Conlon. Molty Ctoka, Rces DeBman, Jeremy Dolly, J*Mlcn Decker, Jane Duran, Bront Dorr-ser Nick Durfm " EOwerds.Sheraya Dwyer, Pa; Ekum, Anjuji Engirt Lirdssy- Faeroe. Dov Oaybrd,Chns Frcher. Jen, Gokr; Vm=rla Factor,Ardrsa Gooa,Snanne Gibson, Nary Grace. Mir3lae Gormley. Joe KUnareklus_r Hepar, Mike Granowou Dealree Hanson, Matt Ouler, Alissa Harrod. Katie Hou "r-00•1 Hicks.06vid Hassett, Janice HitoQue, Kate Mdston, Mchaele Mon. Rarely asc+s, Enn JaDPoon. Rob Kaiser. Drew Johnson, Jami Koslow, Tori Johnson, Ryan Mahadura, Yoppa Johonwn, Tim Moa", Jon Junk, Lar Old@ntaup, Onber KoMr, W71 Pedina Oftri 190ww, Dsrek La~.. K-AxhcwL Je«ica PUIL u4 PW Krara. Erik Rlao, Dorctll�C Knp, Josh PZherunp, LIWIq, '::::`:::: Kropv, Chad Jac kslan. Kana . MOC4MW Channon dohder. Mats IVevel, David BOUnan, Amy Selby. Erie Woma. Kristin Snydar. Anne xwv. Ponjy+.;:;: blvanron, Kale VanGuidsr, Jenny Flat Amanda 2stsran, Mans ::. :::•: . Burnsville High School Students 1`6Gyoemmt judges 82rur, Nick EW, Jon EntA0n, Std os Fl�r, JII K@Jw. Nimle me nawn. pow K8pavd� s1 mis KaAovcA, Nrt KllnpWi�. sra L�akMn,:lCifpe Koenke, Mgls Lamn Dusan Kulhanek, Justin. Link, Mkl McGinnis. mcAMis ADDITIONAL JUDGES FOR GENERAL ELECTION November 3, 1998 Ann Roach Darlene Bahr Andrew Sirouak Kelh Glmer Bonnie Engen Don Levan Parti Good Barbara & Wm Hodapp Pauline NoNack Mona Jadoonath Roger & Ellen Fredlund Ruth Munson Margie Ross Beth Kennelh Penny Johnson Paula Weathers Ltkiar Hauff Darlene Hanson Ann Thon Thomas & Ruth Penn Marion Baker Delores Carlson Tamms Gennch Vigona Gregor\ JoNce Suedean - Diana Aitzell Gen Amundson ?:s::