09/29/1998 - City Council Special (2):,:MINUTES OF THE
SPECIAL MEET!R4G OF THE EAGAN CITY COUNCIL
EAGAN, MINNESOTA
Si'7 M8) 32 29r't998
A Special City Council meeting was held on Tuesday, September 29, 1998 in the lunchroom
at the Eagan Municipal Center. Those in attendance were Mayor Egan and Councilmembers Awada,
Blomquist, Masin and Wachter. Also present were Wayne Schwartz, Superintendent of Utilities,
Mark Vaughn, Civic Arena Manager„Director of Parks and Recreation Vraa, Director of Public
Works Colbert, Director of Finance/City Clerk VwOverbeke and City Administrator Hedges.
WATER AND SAIftARY 0$*ER ENTERPRISE BUDGET
City Administrator provided Iln#iflr and Sanitary Sewer Utility Budgets.
�, .. � ty g
He stated that there is no significant change in t}ie Opera{ing Budget for either Water or Sanitary
Sewer proposed for 1999 from the budgets approved for calendar year 1998. Mayor Egan spoke of
the 13 percent reduction in the proposed Water Utility Budget and the conservative increase for the
sanitary sewer expenditures for 1999 stating that this is a healthy trend for the City's budgetary
projections for the calendar year 1999. City Councilmemb .r Blomquist asked about the Water
Treatment Plant repairs and, specifically, if thCPC:.i&s<hW 4�iat should be budgeted for in 1999 out of
the Water Utility Budget. Director of.Pmbt#btTc§` "LAS Ibert stated that the Water Treatment Plant at
Cliff Road and Pilot Knob Road is intirg'�tion and itis the opinion of the City that there should be
no financial liability due to the fact the repaim AM a result of faulty µorkmanship, product or design.
Superintendent of Utilities Schwanz stated that 0* *4X3&kg._wall has been exposed at the Water
Treatment Plant allowing for inspection by an expert riti44tp$ during litigation and, further, that the
exposed area will be properly closed and maintained within the next week.
City Councilmember Awada responded to the City Administrator's presentation that two (2)
reservoirs would be painted during 1999 and asked whether the Lone Oak Tree that was painted on
the Deerwood reservoirs would be includCdoq.the Yartbte.Doodle and Safari reservoirs as a part of
the repainting contract. Director of .C6 Slated that the bid specifications can
provide for an alternate to include the. ng i}{ 'gan and the Lone Oak Tree on the two (2)
reservoirs.
City Councilmember R'achte1r33iSt<};(LtketipRg3b(iut the status of the storm water lift
stations, and further questioned delta t'dM6Vaf'BStfeiiM in the budget document. Superintendent
of Utilities Schµanz provided information about the storm water lift stations in general and further
commented that the delta removal is the removal of sand that is deposited in several wetlands.
City Councilmember Blomquist aAke�:if;he si�rtitary sewer and water utility fees were
increased from 1997 to 1998. Directorflf i3net 1! t"..verbeke stated that he was not certain if
there had been a fee increase, howevtjttiypuld check thi4;4Stt and report back to the City Council. He
further stated that the utility rates for tpe water and sew&4tilities will be further studied and
examined in the fall of 1998 to deterittiit a whether the rat�:,tcrease is necessary for 1999.
Mayor Egan asked about theavailability of water for the City.
Superintendent of Utilities Schwartz stated that the City sold approximately 2.9 billion gallons of
water in 1997 and anticipates that number µill be slightly higher for 1998. He further stated that the
Page 2/Special City Council Minutes
September 29, 1998
DNR regulations for the amount of waterpugtped, by the City is capped at 3 billion, however, due to
the addition of two (2) deep wells he eXpeeikil t:iitigalieC;t4be increased to 5 billion that can
pumped on an annual basis. Superintendtttt'ofUtiIiifeSS.6;kanz further stated that the oddleven day
sprinkling ban has been a success in tke:#limination of sharp peaks and a more constant use of water
consumption on a daily basis.
STORM DRAINAGE/WATER QUALITY UTILITY
City Administrator Hedges reoigw�ed the Storm Drainage/Water Quality Utility Budget
stating that there were very few chang*Srecomir tded in the 1999 budget. He stated that along with
the Director of Parks and Recreation *4y will eY9tuate how the Water Quality Coordinator position
should be filled for the future. He further stated diet the City has the advantage of continuing to
utilize the expertise of Rich Brasch, stac4:hc:isa4?!'.Emplpyed with the firm of Bonestroo, Rosene 8
Anderlik, an engineering consultant tolttit;G*::1Majiii a t asked the Director of Public Works for
his comments on the Water Quality Coordinator position. Director of Public Works Colbert stated
that the City has been fortunate to have Rich Brasch as its first Water Quality Coordinator during
years the Water Quality Management Plan was first implemented. He stated that in his opinion it is
extremely important to maintain the position so the objectives set forth in the Water Quality
Management Plan continue to be implemented. The Dirtcttir of Parks and Recreation and Cite
Administrator agreed and stated that in the short:tttiuihe Oty will utilize the services of Mr. Brasch
in his new capacity as a consultant with:it{t:`KA'Ee'iiieering Firm. Mayor Egan expressed his
appreciation for the Storm Water Utility Bud et as b..
pp g ptt3ented and reflected on what an excellent asset
the Water Quality Management Plan has of Eagan.
The City Administrator outlined the Civic Arena Operating Budget proposed for 1999. He
specifically reviewed changes in the Civic Arena Budget that are the result of adding operations of a
second Civic Arena. He stated that the budget has been increased more than inflation for certain
operating expenses such as electricity due,la he fact.0W.4he City will be operating two (2) facilities.
Mayor Egan asked questions about thG AdOMWA:,kW':d6&tions that are budgeted for the Civic
Arena. Director of Parks and Recrea#pp Vraa r}'p'd'Civic Arena Manager Vaughn responded stating
that the City has had to reduce the charge for advertising in Civic Arena East in order to attract
advertisers for the first year of operati*i. Mr. witgghn stated that there is apprehension by local
businesses as to whether there will bq:EOw" ';atiivay gf:Ltf4 Civic Arena East to justify the
advertising expense. He stated that sihCE'ffie' n§f'fD4:Edvettising was reduced, there have been local
businesses expressing interest in advertising for the 1998'1999 season. City Councilmember Awada
asked whether the difference in the forecast of revenues versus budgeted expenditures is for
depreciation of the facility. Director of Finance VanOverbeke stated that a portion of this is set aside
for capital replacement for the building,-gMptt9i #t *ad related costs the City may incur in future
years. He stated that the City is not spoi C t}iih48sgdepreciation of the building for a full
replacement in twenty to thirty years,,:;director of Parks.' aitd Recreation Vraa stated that many
communities have reduced rates or transferred funds froth Civic Arena operations to balance their
budget with no consideration for futik rapital repairs which has caused a problem when the building
is in need of improvement after sevet2t:ycdiS:9ftfPlf6gtfpei;'City Councilmembers expressed their
appreciation with the preliminary bua....rei�46Aimtivic Arena.
Page 3/Special City Council Minutes
September 29, 1998
CITY ADMINISTRATOR'S UPDATE
City Administrator Hedges stated that '3taff'is pleased that Tom Struve has accepted
employment with the City in his new ggpacity of Administrative Assistant/Public Works
Coordinator. He stated that Mr. Struve kft the City earlier this year in good standing for
employment in Florida and his experience and appreciation for our organization along with the talent
the City was recruiting for the new position provides a good fit for the organization. Director of
Public Works Colbert stated that Mr. Struve has indicated that the work culture in Florida tends to be
that average is acceptable which is significantly different from the Midwest culture and City of
Eagan standard of achieving excellenrr#,which N(t,":Struve is accustomed to.
City Administrator Hedges statt:i3 that aliliy3 with Dr. Tom Wilson, Principal at Eagan High
School, a Resolution has been prepared ackeowiedgiog October 2 as Clyde Thurston Day. He stated
that Dr. Wilson would like to present (he Kastolytiow?,rQclpi ation to Mr. Thurston as a surprise and
a special honor at the Eagan High School football game on Friday evening, October 2. City
Councilmember Masin stated that directing certain residents and honoring them gives an excellent
precedence and supports the effort. Mayor Egan stated that Mr. Thurston has truly been an
exceptionally dedicated volunteer to the community and exemplifies humility and unselfishness in all
his service. After further discussion and in a motion bx: *.Councilmember Awada, seconded by
City Councilmember Blomquist, with all memb4t:ttoifAgfiifavor, Friday, October 2, was
proclaimed as Clyde Thurston Day as.aiitti4ii+tivt:7?Lccognition with Eagan High School.
City Administrator Hedges revietviseftwd io appoint a member of the City Council to the
Koch Refining Citizens Task Force that will
ie4iDly: pppd,tr�ental environmental projects. He stated
that a Stipulation Agreement was executed between ICucd3Eefining Company and a Minnesota
Pollution Control Agency, whereby, Koch is required to pay $1,107,500 into a Trust Fund for
supplemental environmental projects. He stated that a Citizens Task Force is being organized with
representatives from Dakota County, Inver Grove Heights, Rosemount, Hastings and Eagan to
determine how funds should be spent. City Councilmember Awada volunteered to serve as the City
of Eagan's representative on the Citizen s:Task:Force,.:,.:...::.
The City Administrator Hedgetistated tliptii''letter was received from Christopher Moam,
President of Parks Real Estate, asking.{Qr an opportunity to present a plan for the development of the
80 acre parcel adjacent to Lockheed M.ktin cur"ly under the ownership Scenic Enterprises. He
stated that he has shared with Mr. Moeis>:QltIFy#>F3f4t:City Council to not discuss development'
proposals and concepts at work sessioM'cue 'W is t'facitii'3't'the Planning Commission, Park
Commission, public and in some cases the City staff have not had an opportunity to review the
proposal. Mr. Moan's letter was distributed by the City Administrator, requesting the opportunity to
present the plan to the City of Eagan. City Councilmember Blomquist stated that she supports the
City Council policy and feels that it woulA itnppiwie to review this proposal with Mr. Moarn at a
special workshop. City Councilmemberlka8a exort.neo her concurrence with the policy, further
stating that if he would like to send a.G�jty of a proposAl: 4:ihe City Councilmembers for their revie«
or contact them individually, this is acceptable which is &; policy that has been shared when other
similar requests have been made to tfR;£it,, Council. _.
City Administrator Hedges s4at#tl:xit9f:8afieefitig:kVils held with those firms that received an
RFP for the greater Cedarvale area development proposal and a request was made to the City that a
time extension of four (4) weeks be granted to all the firms that received a copy of the Cedar%ale
Page 4/Special City Council Minutes
September 29, 1998
RFP. He stated that the Economic Development Commission met on September 28 and approved the
extension of time to November 27 as tlitr::f Ft5M-Vt; the proposals. City Councilmembers
expressed their agreement with the time' eiifeM7611 gS'ptEseifud.
UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
City Administrator Hedges provided an overview of a proposal to construct the joint parking
lot between the City of Eagan and United Methodist Church. Director of Parks and Recreation Vraa
stated that the United Methodist Chureb:is proposing to expand their church facility and, as a result,
needs more parking and it is suggested; :tealigriMiint of the access to the church and Patrick Eagan
Park with the intersection of NorthvieothleticRoad and Lexington Avenue. He stated that the
APrC is supportive of the joint parkingiitit, the QQu ty and City Engineering Departments agree that
'the new alignment is a safer and better•.".SaPAfAr.Ac��,$$10Ote church and City parkland. Director
of Parks and Recreation Vraa stated
that:;#{titichf1e.upioperly zoned and platted and they have
the ability to apply for a building permit without any review by the City Council. He stated that there
is no formal process to present the access realignment to the property and the proposal for a shared
parking lot with the City Council. He stated that the parking lot is proposed where a City nursery is
currently located.
City Councilmembers generally agrced.i�31t:Aa�'alignment is an improvement for both
the church and the City property, howe+Ck 'stiiepe concern that another location be considered
for the City nursery. City Councilmeti5btf�Vachter stilted that the soil conditions are excellent for a
nursery at the current location and that is tlft44—;Ieason trees have been so successful at that
location. Director of Parks and Recreation Vraa stated Ow internally staff has known the nursery
will not always be there and as a result, there has been a 4itnit to the amount of new nursery stock
planted in recent years.
City Councilmember Awada suggested that the City hold an informational meeting at the
McCarthy House to present the proposed improvements. City Councilmember Blomquist stated that
she is in agreement with the proposal and:-sMd.the mitigltion for a safer intersection is her most
important reason. She further stated pW
tf>j : 1::Fi1 : tpi ie:�SFepared that lays out the present and
future development of Patrick Eagan NAbefore." 'al improvements are made to the parcel. She
further agreed with the suggestion of holding a meeting with the neighbors and suggested that the
church might accommodate more pegpit`given tiit:number of neighbors that may want to attend.
Director of Parks and Recreation Vraa:Stati'4:'K ihOWiiipmeed with a meeting at the United
Methodist Church with the neighborh8ot#'a'rid prepare iYhtfnatives for the relocation of the nursery to
discuss with the City Council at a later date.
OTHER BUSINESS
City Councilmember Masin stat:P41W 3ht fiii .btep asked, while door knocking, about the
status of a traffic semaphore at Silver $eti'and Blackha —"Roads. City Administrator Hedges stated
that he would review the status of the.proposed semaphoit'awith the Director of Public Works.
City Councilmember Blomgdj 'sw udahpl:y .:i U.'1tarned through candidates who are
campaigning for local office, that residktgSO[fAs)it4itry diit expressing frustration that the City has
not responded to a study and remedies for short and long term traffic mitigation on Ashbury Road.
Page 5/Special City Council Minutes
September 29, 1998
The City Administrator stated that he Wo. ld review this matter with the Director of Public Works
and report back to the City Council.
There being no further business,.the meeting was adjourned at 6:45 p.m. Mayor Egan
confirmed that the meeting was adjounus ,4 prior to sundown in recognition of the City Council's
commitment to adjourn prior to start ofthe Yom Kippur Jewish holiday.
Date
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:,:MINUTES OF THE
SPECIAL MEET!R4G OF THE EAGAN CITY COUNCIL
EAGAN, MINNESOTA
Si'7 M8) 32 29r't998
A Special City Council meeting was held on Tuesday, September 29, 1998 in the lunchroom
at the Eagan Municipal Center. Those in attendance were Mayor Egan and Councilmembers Awada,
Blomquist, Masin and Wachter. Also present were Wayne Schwartz, Superintendent of Utilities,
Mark Vaughn, Civic Arena Manager„Director of Parks and Recreation Vraa, Director of Public
Works Colbert, Director of Finance/City Clerk VwOverbeke and City Administrator Hedges.
WATER AND SAIftARY 0$*ER ENTERPRISE BUDGET
City Administrator provided Iln#iflr and Sanitary Sewer Utility Budgets.
�, .. � ty g
He stated that there is no significant change in t}ie Opera{ing Budget for either Water or Sanitary
Sewer proposed for 1999 from the budgets approved for calendar year 1998. Mayor Egan spoke of
the 13 percent reduction in the proposed Water Utility Budget and the conservative increase for the
sanitary sewer expenditures for 1999 stating that this is a healthy trend for the City's budgetary
projections for the calendar year 1999. City Councilmemb .r Blomquist asked about the Water
Treatment Plant repairs and, specifically, if thCPC:.i&s<hW 4�iat should be budgeted for in 1999 out of
the Water Utility Budget. Director of.Pmbt#btTc§` "LAS Ibert stated that the Water Treatment Plant at
Cliff Road and Pilot Knob Road is intirg'�tion and itis the opinion of the City that there should be
no financial liability due to the fact the repaim AM a result of faulty µorkmanship, product or design.
Superintendent of Utilities Schwanz stated that 0* *4X3&kg._wall has been exposed at the Water
Treatment Plant allowing for inspection by an expert riti44tp$ during litigation and, further, that the
exposed area will be properly closed and maintained within the next week.
City Councilmember Awada responded to the City Administrator's presentation that two (2)
reservoirs would be painted during 1999 and asked whether the Lone Oak Tree that was painted on
the Deerwood reservoirs would be includCdoq.the Yartbte.Doodle and Safari reservoirs as a part of
the repainting contract. Director of .C6 Slated that the bid specifications can
provide for an alternate to include the. ng i}{ 'gan and the Lone Oak Tree on the two (2)
reservoirs.
City Councilmember R'achte1r33iSt<};(LtketipRg3b(iut the status of the storm water lift
stations, and further questioned delta t'dM6Vaf'BStfeiiM in the budget document. Superintendent
of Utilities Schµanz provided information about the storm water lift stations in general and further
commented that the delta removal is the removal of sand that is deposited in several wetlands.
City Councilmember Blomquist aAke�:if;he si�rtitary sewer and water utility fees were
increased from 1997 to 1998. Directorflf i3net 1! t"..verbeke stated that he was not certain if
there had been a fee increase, howevtjttiypuld check thi4;4Stt and report back to the City Council. He
further stated that the utility rates for tpe water and sew&4tilities will be further studied and
examined in the fall of 1998 to deterittiit a whether the rat�:,tcrease is necessary for 1999.
Mayor Egan asked about theavailability of water for the City.
Superintendent of Utilities Schwartz stated that the City sold approximately 2.9 billion gallons of
water in 1997 and anticipates that number µill be slightly higher for 1998. He further stated that the
Page 2/Special City Council Minutes
September 29, 1998
DNR regulations for the amount of waterpugtped, by the City is capped at 3 billion, however, due to
the addition of two (2) deep wells he eXpeeikil t:iitigalieC;t4be increased to 5 billion that can
pumped on an annual basis. Superintendtttt'ofUtiIiifeSS.6;kanz further stated that the oddleven day
sprinkling ban has been a success in tke:#limination of sharp peaks and a more constant use of water
consumption on a daily basis.
STORM DRAINAGE/WATER QUALITY UTILITY
City Administrator Hedges reoigw�ed the Storm Drainage/Water Quality Utility Budget
stating that there were very few chang*Srecomir tded in the 1999 budget. He stated that along with
the Director of Parks and Recreation *4y will eY9tuate how the Water Quality Coordinator position
should be filled for the future. He further stated diet the City has the advantage of continuing to
utilize the expertise of Rich Brasch, stac4:hc:isa4?!'.Emplpyed with the firm of Bonestroo, Rosene 8
Anderlik, an engineering consultant tolttit;G*::1Majiii a t asked the Director of Public Works for
his comments on the Water Quality Coordinator position. Director of Public Works Colbert stated
that the City has been fortunate to have Rich Brasch as its first Water Quality Coordinator during
years the Water Quality Management Plan was first implemented. He stated that in his opinion it is
extremely important to maintain the position so the objectives set forth in the Water Quality
Management Plan continue to be implemented. The Dirtcttir of Parks and Recreation and Cite
Administrator agreed and stated that in the short:tttiuihe Oty will utilize the services of Mr. Brasch
in his new capacity as a consultant with:it{t:`KA'Ee'iiieering Firm. Mayor Egan expressed his
appreciation for the Storm Water Utility Bud et as b..
pp g ptt3ented and reflected on what an excellent asset
the Water Quality Management Plan has of Eagan.
The City Administrator outlined the Civic Arena Operating Budget proposed for 1999. He
specifically reviewed changes in the Civic Arena Budget that are the result of adding operations of a
second Civic Arena. He stated that the budget has been increased more than inflation for certain
operating expenses such as electricity due,la he fact.0W.4he City will be operating two (2) facilities.
Mayor Egan asked questions about thG AdOMWA:,kW':d6&tions that are budgeted for the Civic
Arena. Director of Parks and Recrea#pp Vraa r}'p'd'Civic Arena Manager Vaughn responded stating
that the City has had to reduce the charge for advertising in Civic Arena East in order to attract
advertisers for the first year of operati*i. Mr. witgghn stated that there is apprehension by local
businesses as to whether there will bq:EOw" ';atiivay gf:Ltf4 Civic Arena East to justify the
advertising expense. He stated that sihCE'ffie' n§f'fD4:Edvettising was reduced, there have been local
businesses expressing interest in advertising for the 1998'1999 season. City Councilmember Awada
asked whether the difference in the forecast of revenues versus budgeted expenditures is for
depreciation of the facility. Director of Finance VanOverbeke stated that a portion of this is set aside
for capital replacement for the building,-gMptt9i #t *ad related costs the City may incur in future
years. He stated that the City is not spoi C t}iih48sgdepreciation of the building for a full
replacement in twenty to thirty years,,:;director of Parks.' aitd Recreation Vraa stated that many
communities have reduced rates or transferred funds froth Civic Arena operations to balance their
budget with no consideration for futik rapital repairs which has caused a problem when the building
is in need of improvement after sevet2t:ycdiS:9ftfPlf6gtfpei;'City Councilmembers expressed their
appreciation with the preliminary bua....rei�46Aimtivic Arena.
Page 3/Special City Council Minutes
September 29, 1998
CITY ADMINISTRATOR'S UPDATE
City Administrator Hedges stated that '3taff'is pleased that Tom Struve has accepted
employment with the City in his new ggpacity of Administrative Assistant/Public Works
Coordinator. He stated that Mr. Struve kft the City earlier this year in good standing for
employment in Florida and his experience and appreciation for our organization along with the talent
the City was recruiting for the new position provides a good fit for the organization. Director of
Public Works Colbert stated that Mr. Struve has indicated that the work culture in Florida tends to be
that average is acceptable which is significantly different from the Midwest culture and City of
Eagan standard of achieving excellenrr#,which N(t,":Struve is accustomed to.
City Administrator Hedges statt:i3 that aliliy3 with Dr. Tom Wilson, Principal at Eagan High
School, a Resolution has been prepared ackeowiedgiog October 2 as Clyde Thurston Day. He stated
that Dr. Wilson would like to present (he Kastolytiow?,rQclpi ation to Mr. Thurston as a surprise and
a special honor at the Eagan High School football game on Friday evening, October 2. City
Councilmember Masin stated that directing certain residents and honoring them gives an excellent
precedence and supports the effort. Mayor Egan stated that Mr. Thurston has truly been an
exceptionally dedicated volunteer to the community and exemplifies humility and unselfishness in all
his service. After further discussion and in a motion bx: *.Councilmember Awada, seconded by
City Councilmember Blomquist, with all memb4t:ttoifAgfiifavor, Friday, October 2, was
proclaimed as Clyde Thurston Day as.aiitti4ii+tivt:7?Lccognition with Eagan High School.
City Administrator Hedges revietviseftwd io appoint a member of the City Council to the
Koch Refining Citizens Task Force that will
ie4iDly: pppd,tr�ental environmental projects. He stated
that a Stipulation Agreement was executed between ICucd3Eefining Company and a Minnesota
Pollution Control Agency, whereby, Koch is required to pay $1,107,500 into a Trust Fund for
supplemental environmental projects. He stated that a Citizens Task Force is being organized with
representatives from Dakota County, Inver Grove Heights, Rosemount, Hastings and Eagan to
determine how funds should be spent. City Councilmember Awada volunteered to serve as the City
of Eagan's representative on the Citizen s:Task:Force,.:,.:...::.
The City Administrator Hedgetistated tliptii''letter was received from Christopher Moam,
President of Parks Real Estate, asking.{Qr an opportunity to present a plan for the development of the
80 acre parcel adjacent to Lockheed M.ktin cur"ly under the ownership Scenic Enterprises. He
stated that he has shared with Mr. Moeis>:QltIFy#>F3f4t:City Council to not discuss development'
proposals and concepts at work sessioM'cue 'W is t'facitii'3't'the Planning Commission, Park
Commission, public and in some cases the City staff have not had an opportunity to review the
proposal. Mr. Moan's letter was distributed by the City Administrator, requesting the opportunity to
present the plan to the City of Eagan. City Councilmember Blomquist stated that she supports the
City Council policy and feels that it woulA itnppiwie to review this proposal with Mr. Moarn at a
special workshop. City Councilmemberlka8a exort.neo her concurrence with the policy, further
stating that if he would like to send a.G�jty of a proposAl: 4:ihe City Councilmembers for their revie«
or contact them individually, this is acceptable which is &; policy that has been shared when other
similar requests have been made to tfR;£it,, Council. _.
City Administrator Hedges s4at#tl:xit9f:8afieefitig:kVils held with those firms that received an
RFP for the greater Cedarvale area development proposal and a request was made to the City that a
time extension of four (4) weeks be granted to all the firms that received a copy of the Cedar%ale
Page 4/Special City Council Minutes
September 29, 1998
RFP. He stated that the Economic Development Commission met on September 28 and approved the
extension of time to November 27 as tlitr::f Ft5M-Vt; the proposals. City Councilmembers
expressed their agreement with the time' eiifeM7611 gS'ptEseifud.
UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
City Administrator Hedges provided an overview of a proposal to construct the joint parking
lot between the City of Eagan and United Methodist Church. Director of Parks and Recreation Vraa
stated that the United Methodist Chureb:is proposing to expand their church facility and, as a result,
needs more parking and it is suggested; :tealigriMiint of the access to the church and Patrick Eagan
Park with the intersection of NorthvieothleticRoad and Lexington Avenue. He stated that the
APrC is supportive of the joint parkingiitit, the QQu ty and City Engineering Departments agree that
'the new alignment is a safer and better•.".SaPAfAr.Ac��,$$10Ote church and City parkland. Director
of Parks and Recreation Vraa stated
that:;#{titichf1e.upioperly zoned and platted and they have
the ability to apply for a building permit without any review by the City Council. He stated that there
is no formal process to present the access realignment to the property and the proposal for a shared
parking lot with the City Council. He stated that the parking lot is proposed where a City nursery is
currently located.
City Councilmembers generally agrced.i�31t:Aa�'alignment is an improvement for both
the church and the City property, howe+Ck 'stiiepe concern that another location be considered
for the City nursery. City Councilmeti5btf�Vachter stilted that the soil conditions are excellent for a
nursery at the current location and that is tlft44—;Ieason trees have been so successful at that
location. Director of Parks and Recreation Vraa stated Ow internally staff has known the nursery
will not always be there and as a result, there has been a 4itnit to the amount of new nursery stock
planted in recent years.
City Councilmember Awada suggested that the City hold an informational meeting at the
McCarthy House to present the proposed improvements. City Councilmember Blomquist stated that
she is in agreement with the proposal and:-sMd.the mitigltion for a safer intersection is her most
important reason. She further stated pW
tf>j : 1::Fi1 : tpi ie:�SFepared that lays out the present and
future development of Patrick Eagan NAbefore." 'al improvements are made to the parcel. She
further agreed with the suggestion of holding a meeting with the neighbors and suggested that the
church might accommodate more pegpit`given tiit:number of neighbors that may want to attend.
Director of Parks and Recreation Vraa:Stati'4:'K ihOWiiipmeed with a meeting at the United
Methodist Church with the neighborh8ot#'a'rid prepare iYhtfnatives for the relocation of the nursery to
discuss with the City Council at a later date.
OTHER BUSINESS
City Councilmember Masin stat:P41W 3ht fiii .btep asked, while door knocking, about the
status of a traffic semaphore at Silver $eti'and Blackha —"Roads. City Administrator Hedges stated
that he would review the status of the.proposed semaphoit'awith the Director of Public Works.
City Councilmember Blomgdj 'sw udahpl:y .:i U.'1tarned through candidates who are
campaigning for local office, that residktgSO[fAs)it4itry diit expressing frustration that the City has
not responded to a study and remedies for short and long term traffic mitigation on Ashbury Road.
Page 5/Special City Council Minutes
September 29, 1998
The City Administrator stated that he Wo. ld review this matter with the Director of Public Works
and report back to the City Council.
There being no further business,.the meeting was adjourned at 6:45 p.m. Mayor Egan
confirmed that the meeting was adjounus ,4 prior to sundown in recognition of the City Council's
commitment to adjourn prior to start ofthe Yom Kippur Jewish holiday.
Date
TLH