12/19/1995 - City Council Regular
MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE
EAGAN, CITY COUNCIL
Eagan, Minnesota
December 19, 1995
A regular meeting of the Eagan City Council was held on Tuesday, December 19, 1995 at 6:30 p.m.
at the Eagan Municipal Center. Present were Mayor Egan and Councilmembers Wachter, Awada, Masin, and
Hunter. Also present were City Administrator Tom Hedges, Community Development Director Peggy Reichert,
Director of Public Works Tom Colbert, Finance Director Gene VanOverbeke and City Attorney Jim Sheldon.
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Administrator Hedges noted an addition to Department Head Business which Is a license agreement
for Minnesota Umited Liability. He received a request from Opus Corporation to consider their item under New
Business after their items under Old Business. He also noted that Items I and L on the consent agenda are
being continued, and that Item N should be Contract 95-06 Instead of 95-17. Wachter moved, Awada seconded
a motion to approve the agenda as amended. Aye: 5 Nay: 0
Councilmember Hunter requested an amendment on page 6, last paragraph, that the wording be
changed to 'It is the reason the planned development zoning is In the code and he feels it is clear that the city
has the flexibility to change and modify uses within a planned development agreement.' Further down, he
requested a change to read, 'Therefore, the developer had the right to proceed with their development after
the motion to reconsider.' He also requested an amendment on page 7, changing two references to 300 feet
that should be 350 feet. He also requested additional language on page 8, first paragraph to state, 'Mr. Zech
replied no. Hunter responded by stating he believed the county was aware.' Finally, on page 15, regarding
the fee schedule, he requested that the language "from $350 to $850' be changed to 'so much'.
Councilmember Masin asked about language on page 9, relating to statements made about Mark Miller
suggesting this be referred back to the Planning Commission. She noted that Mr. Miller came to that meeting
later and Indicated he felt he was misquoted, and she wondered whether language should be added to reflect
that. Councilmember Hunter stated he doesn't feel it is appropriate to add it to the minutes, but it will be noted
in the minutes of this meeting, which will provide some clarification. Mayor Egan made a correction on page
3, that Ed 'Rundquist should be 'Brunkhorst'. He also requested the addition of language on page 6,
paragraph 1 to read, '...because it was felt they were not appropriate as high density residential.' Wachter
moved, Awada seconded a motion to approve the minutes as amended. Aye: 5 Nay: 0
Awada moved, Masin seconded a motion to approve the minutes as submitted. Aye: 5 Nay: 0
Hunter moved, Masin seconded a motion to approve the minutes as submitted. Aye: 5 Nay: 0
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Hunter moved, Masin seconded a motion to approve the minutes as submitted. Aye: 5 Nay: 0
CMC ARENA COMMUNITY UPDATE
Parks and Recreation Director Vraa gave an update on the civic arena operations, noting that In the
last two months, over 460 hours of Ice time have been rented and over 400 people participated In the Loam
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to Skate program. The second registration session started and they are again approaching 400 people. There
have been about 6,000 people in the open skating sessions. They have had six high school hockey games and
their first hockey tournament. The Ice rental revenue is ahead of projections, as is the concession, skate rental
and advertising. He feels they are on track, but knows they have a long way to go. They are pleased with the
numbers. Discussion followed concerning whether the Minnesota Moose are still practicing here, and
temporary additional parking.
LICENSE AGREEMENT, MINNESOTA UMITED UABIUTY
City Attorney Sheldon noted that this Is a license agreement that needs to be addressed by the end
of the year. He explained that there were six lots owned by Opus and the buyer only wanted three of the lots.
Opus would only allow the sale of all six. At the same time, the Park Department was looking at a proposed
trail easement and it was determined that purchasing these lots would be less than the condemnation of the
trail easement. That deal Is still in negotiation stages, but storm sewer discharge Is necessary for the
development of the other three lots. This license agreement that would allow that. Hunter moved, Wachter
seconded a motion to approve the license agreement as presented. Aye: 5 Nay: 0
Councilmember Hunter asked about the status of the pedestrian crossing at Walnut Hill Park, and
Director of Public Works Colbert Indicated It is scheduled for the first quarter of 1996.
In regard to Item A, Personnel Items. Councilmember Wachter Indicated he would like the 3% car
expense allowances for department heads reduced to 2%. Administrator Hedges explained that typically the
car expense coincides with the salary increase. Other Councilmembers concurred with the reduction to 2%.
Councilmember Hunter asked for an explanation of the difference between Clerical Techs I, II and III and
Secretary and Councilmember Awada explained. Some discussion followed concerning Comparable Worth.
Councilmember Wachter requested an explanation of the duties of the Administrative Technician In the Police
Department, and Administrator Hedges reviewed the duties. Councilmember Wachter asked whether the
Planner that resigned had another offer elsewhere, and Administrator Hedges explained that he is pursuing a
job in a more rural setting.
In regard to Item J, City Attorney Fee Rates for 1996. Councimmember Hunter asked whether these rates
were provided for In the budget. Administrator Hedges noted a ceiling Is set In the budget, and it has come
in under that amount the last two years. He doesn't feel It will have an Impact on the budget allocation.
In regard to Item K, Development Review. New ADDiication Form and Informational Handouts.
Councilmember Hunter stated he feels these are very good and will make the process easier for developers.
He would like to add the posting of signs on property proposed for development within two business days after
receiving a completed application. Community Development Director Reichert Indicated they anticipated the
Council would want that, so the notification sign Is on each of these checklists. They will be bringing the
subject of signs on a future workshop to get some policy direction on how the Council wants to do this.
Councilmember Hunter indicated he doesn't need to see this. He suggested that staff print up some signs at
a minimal cost and start putting them up. Discussion followed concerning what material the sign should be,
the size and what the signs should say. Councilmember Hunter also suggested that addresses be published
In the notices along with legal descriptions. Discussion followed concerning extending beyond the 350 feet
notification requirement. Councilmember Masin suggested some of these issues should be reviewed by task
forces.
In regard to Item M, Project 636R. Councilmember Awada noted that the applicant has concerns about
the costs going up, and she would like those questions to be addressed at the public hearing. Discussion
followed on a lot line dispute that affected the costs.
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A. Personnel Items
item 1. it was recommended to approve the hiring of Gregory Schindler as a regular full-time Park Maintenance
Worker, subject to successful completion of the City's physical examination requirement.
hem 2. It was recommended to approve the hiring of Jason Ball, Andrew Beecher, Matt Buck, Martha Buyck,
Lindsey Dickinson, Francis Dropik, Kim GUII, Ryan GUI, Dana Hampton, Shannon Haugh, Heather Kjos, Ryan
Picek and Megan Wagner as part-time seasonal Winter Recreation Leaders.
Item 3. it was recommended to approve an increase for 1996 of 3% to the compensation rates for regular, non-
collective bargaining employees; an Increase of 3% to the compensation rates for temporary and seasonal non-
collective bargaining employees, with the exception of election judge rates; an increase of 2% to car expense
allowances for department heads; mileage reimbursement rates to be set at the Internal Revenue Service
amount; and an Increase of $6.09 per month to the City's contribution toward premiums for those regular non-
collective bargaining employees choosing family health insurance coverage.
Item 4. It was recommended to approve the reclassification of the Clerical Tech III position in the Fire
Department to Secretary, effective January 1, 1996.
Item 5. It was recommended to approve the hiring of Ken Southern as Administrative Technician for the Police
Department.
Item 6. It was recommended to approve the renewal agreement with DCA, Inc. for administrative services for
the City of Eagan's Flexible Spending Account.
hem 7. It was recommended to accept the letter of resignation from Scott Harlicker, a Planner In the
Community Development Department.
B. Plumbers Ucenses. It was recommended to approve the plumbers licenses for AI's Master Plumbing,
Century Plumbing and Heating, and Doug Linden Incorporated, as presented.
C. Special Hunting Permits. It was recommended to approve special hunting permits for Rick Matschina and
Ray Johnson as presented.
D. License Renewals, it was recommended to approve the annual license renewals for paintball sport facility,
stable, refuse haulers, tobacco sales and tree maintenance contractors as attached In Exhibit A.
E. Chance Orders. Police Department/Municipal Center Expansion. It was recommended to approve change
orders as presented.
F. Approve 1995 General Fund Budget AdJustments. It was recommended to approve the 1995 General Fund
budget adjustments as presented.
G. Approve 1996 Special Revenue Fund Budgets. It was recommended to approve the 1996 Special Revenue
Fund Budgets, Including 113 Housing Revenue Bonds Fund; 114 Police Forfeiture Fund; 116 Housing and
Redevelopment Authority Fund; 117 Recycling; and 196 Cable TV Franchise Fees Fund.
H. Authorize Transfer of General Fund balance to the Radio Replacement Improvement Fund and Authorize
a General Fund Reserve for Abatements. it was recommended to authorize the transfer of $1,250,000 of the
General Fund Balance to the Radio Replacement Improvement Fund and authorize a General Fund Reserve
for Abatements of $500,000.
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1. Contract 96-03. Well No. 19 Contract Award. (This item was continued.)
J. City Attorney Fee Rates for 1996. It was recommended to approve the 1996 fee rates for Severson, Wilcox
and Sheldon of $50 per hour for paralegal work, $95 per hour for general legal work and $145 per hour for
development work.
K Development Review. New ADolication Form and Informational Handouts. It was recommended to approve
a new application form, application checklists and informational brochure, with the addition of posting signs on
property proposed for development, and direct staff to begin using these items in the development approval
process-
L Recommendation. AIn ort Relations Commission. Off-Peak Corridor Crossing Procedures. (This item was
continued.)
M. Project 636R. PoDDler Lane. It was recommended to receive the revised feasibility report for Project 636R
and schedule a public hearing for January 16, 1996.
N. Contract 95-06. Well No. 18. It was recommended to receive the bids for Contract 95-06, award the
contract to the lowest responsible bidder and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute all related
documents.
Wachter moved, Awada seconded a motion to approve the consent agenda as presented. Aye: 5
Nay: 0
CERTIFICATION OF 1996 PAYABLE PROPERTY TAX LEVY
Hunter moved, Awada seconded a motion to approve the resolution certifying the 1996 Payable
Property Tax Levy. Aye: 5 Nay: 0 95.84
1996 GENERAL FUND BUDGET AND 1996 ENTERPRISE BUDGETS INCLUDING WATER,
SANITARY SEWER, STREET LIGHTING, STORM DRAINAGE/WATER DUALITY AND CIVIC ARENA
Administrator Hedges noted a letter was received from Gary Lee, 1237 Wilderness Park Circle, asking
some technical questions about the budget and the public hearing process. He noted they have attempted to
reach him to answer his questions, but haven't been successful. He noted that previously, the Council had the
budget public hearing in August, but due to Truth in Taxation, they are required to be held in December. Mr.
Lee raised a concern about the short period of time people have to review the budget. Councilmember Hunter
noted that residents can also participate in the work sessions when the budget is reviewed in the summer.
Wachter moved, Awada seconded a motion to approve the 1996 General Fund Budget and 1996 Enterprise
Budgets, Including water, sanitary sewer, street lighting, storm drainage/water quality and civic arena. Aye:
5 Nay: 0
STOP SIGNS, WESTON HILLS DRIVE
Director of Public Works Colbert gave a staff report, reviewing the Minnesota Manual on Uniform Traffic
Control Devices warrants which must be met for stop sign installation. He noted staff did a stop sign analysis,
which Includes a speed study, site distance evaluation, traffic count, and accident analysis. He noted there
were no accidents because it is a new area. The site distance survey showed there Is good site distance of
at least 250 feet in all directions. He reviewed the traffic volumes and the predominant traffic movement in the
area. Staff could not find any criteria that would warrant installation of a stop sign. He noted that speed studies
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were performed on two days, one of which had poor weather conditions. Of the 97 vehicles observed, 39
vehicles exceeded the speed limit The highest speed recorded was 43 miles per hour, and the average speed
was calculated to be 30 miles per hour. He noted the city installed temporary pedestrian crosswalk striping
at the Intersection of Red Pine Lane and Weston Hills Drive. With the designated pedestrian crosswalk for
school activities, it meets the criteria as a logical crossing point from a significant generator, which Is the
Weston Hills neighborhood, to an attractor, which Is Red Pine Elementary School and the city park playground.
Staff cannot identify either Intersection as meeting those warrants; however, staff could provide some
justification for stop signs at the Intersection at Red Pine Lane and Weston Hills Drive due to the school
crosswalk location. They have been Informed that a petition will be coming from the neighborhood for
sidewalks. He has also been informed that the parking restriction is no longer a significant Issue due to the
completion of the houses in the area. Discussion followed concerning the location of proposed stop signs and
how they relate to current traffic patterns.
Myriam Hussman, 4677 Stratford Lane, noted that the neighborhood did not expect to meet the criteria,
but were concerned about the safety of the children. She urged Installation of stop signs and reviewed the
traffic patterns of the vehicle and pedestrian traffic. She noted that all other elementary schools In Eagan have
sidewalks from the school to a main road. Another suggestion the neighborhood discussed was putting up
school zone signs and reducing the speed limit
Councilmember Awada noted that the city cannot reduce the speed limit below 30 miles per hour
unless it is a designated school zone. She stated she feels a sidewalk is necessary on Weston Hills Drive
regardless of whether a petition is received. Councilmember Wachter noted that the city has always gone by
the guidelines; however, due to the fact that this area is congested because of the school, he feels an exception
could be made. Counciimember Hunter concurred, noting that there is a very definite attractor In this case
which makes it different than most requests. He stated he prefers to wait to get the petition for sidewalks,
because he wants to make sure the residents want it. Sidewalks take property away, may put the onus on
adjacent property owners for snow removal in the future, and the residents pay for them. Considerable
discussion followed concerning how many and where stop signs should be put in. Director of Public Works
Colbert suggested that If the Council wants to put stop signs at either Intersection, that signs be placed In all
three directions to eliminate confusion.
Hunter moved, Awada seconded a motion to approve the installation of six stop signs at the
Intersections of Weston Hills Drive with Red Pine Lane; and at the intersection of Stratford Lane with Weston
Hills Drive. Director of Public Works Colbert suggested that the crosswalk analysis be considered with the
sidewalk. Aye: 5 Nay: 0
PROJECT 694, PROMENADE FEASIBIUTY REPORT
PROJECT 695, YANKEE DOODLE/35E CORRIDOR IMPROVEMENTS
Administrator Hedges reviewed the process that has been followed to date. Michelle Foster, Senior
Director of Real Estate for Opus Corporation, Indicated they are prepared to proceed based on a figure arrived
at earlier in the amount of approximately $3.357 million. She requested that any savings incurred from the
estimated costs be split equally between the city and Opus. She also requested that the special assessment
portion of the costs estimated at $1.2 million be assessed over a 20 year period. She noted that Opus would
like to consider doing the portion of the Internal roads that are on their property privately, as they feel there may
be some savings that could be realized by doing that. Considerable discussion followed concerning these
requests.
Hunter moved, Awada seconded a motion to receive the draft feasibility report for Project 694, with the
special assessments to be spread over 20 years, and that a public hearing be scheduled for January 16, 1996.
Considerable discussion followed concerning how to compute any savings, how to compute the exact amount
Opus Is paying, and how to modify the feasibility report based on Opus' request to do the internal
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Improvements themselves. Director of Public Works Colbert suggested the feasibility report be kept as it is and
If Opus decides to do portions of the project privately, portions of the feasibility report could be removed at a
later date. Administrator Hedges added that the representatives of the O'Neils and Opus should•tpik to the
Director of Public Works and City Attorney regarding a waiver of objection to special assessments. Aye: 5
Nay: 0
Hunter moved, Wachter seconded a motion to receive the draft feasibility report for Project 695, subject
to the condition that any project savings be split 50-50; that the special assessments be spread over 20 years;
and In the event that internal roads are constructed privately, they must be constructed according to city
standards to be verified by inspection of design documents and inspection of actual construction; and that a
public hearing be scheduled for January 16, 1996. Councilmember Wachter asked why so many changes are
being proposed for the Yankee Doodle Road/35E Interchange. Director of Public Works Colbert indicated they
want to recapture some of the bridge width for a trailway.
Gerry Messier, 1523 Aspen Drive, had questions regarding assessments and a new bridge on Yankee
Doodle Road. Director of Public Works Colbert explained the ring road concept, noting that this Is the first
phase of the project. The new bridge on Yankee Doodle Road will be in a future phase. He also announced
that there will be an open house on this project on January 8th. Aye: 5 Nay: 0
EAGAN PROMENADE, ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT
WORKSHEET AND WETLAND REPLACEMENT PLAN
Community Development Director Reichert gave a staff report, noting that all issues have been
responded to and can be mitigated. Councilmember Wachter questioned the wetlands Issue raised by the
Metropolitan Council, and Jenny Ross, of SRF, noted a recommendation was made to have a wider buffer
around the wetlands, however it is not a requirement. There is one wetland that was designated as having
special significance as a wildlife area, and there will be a wider buffer strip around that one. Hunter moved,
Awada seconded a motion to approve a resolution regarding a negative declaration of the need for an EIS for
Eagan Promenade. Aye: 5 Nay: 0 Hunter moved, Awada seconded a motion to approve the Wetland
Mitigation Plan for the Eagan Promenade project, subject to the execution and recording of the Declaration of
Restrictions and Covenants for Replacement Wetland prior to recording of the final plat. Aye: 5 Nay: 0
LIVABLE COMMUNITIES GOALS 95.93
Community Development Director Reichert gave a staff report, summarizing the Indicators, benchmarks,
existing conditions and proposed goals. In preparing these goals, it was determined that the city has a
diversified housing stock and sufficient density; and that the city should encourage more home ownership and
work on affordability. She noted the Planning Commission is recommending approval, and the Metropolitan
Council has reviewed the goals and feels the goals are generally appropriate. She stated they will be working
with the other Dakota County communities that are clustering to work on an action plan so the limited funds
of the Dakota County HRA can be shared strategically among the communities to meet the goals.
Councilmember Hunter stated that it Is Important that people know that these are just goals; they do not bind
the city to anything. He feels the goals have sufficient flexibility to maintain the status quo In some areas. He
feels it fits the spirit of the Livable Communities Act, and he encouraged people who have concerns that the
purpose of this is to add a lot of low income housing to read the goals in their entirety.
Councilmember Awada Indicated she doesn't support this program. She feels Eagan is within the
parameters the legislature is trying to accomplish, and she feels it is a waste of money. Councllmember Hunter
pointed out that Eagan taxpayers are not paying into this program, but Councilmember Awada noted that they
are paying Indirectly through state taxes. Councilmember Hunter noted, however, that If the city didn't
participate In this program, the taxpayers of Eagan would still pay Into the program and get nothing. The city
will get funds from this program. Councimember Awada noted that If enough cities opt out of this program,
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eventually it would be repealed. She doesn't support reliance on the state for funds and Councllmember Hunter
concurred with that, noting the City of Eagan should maintain the flexibility and means to drop out of this
program in the future if they wish. Mayor Egan stated he feels the city has nothing to lose and something to
gain by this. He feels these goals are reasonable, and the city can opt out In the future if they wish. This is
much better than the Tax Base Equalization Act that was proposed previously. After some discussion, Masin
moved, Hunter seconded a motion to approve the Housing Goals Agreement with the Metropolitan Council
under the Livable Communities Act program and to forward an executed agreement to the Metropolitan Council
for adoption. Aye: 4 Nay: 1 (Awada opposed.)
ADOPT POSITION, DUAL TRACK AIRPORT PLANNING PROCESS
Assistant to the Administrator Hohenstein gave a staff report, explaining the two alternatives, and
reviewing the history of this process, the criteria used for arriving at the recommendations, the issues to be
considered, and a comparison of costs associated with each alternative. He reviewed the Governor's position
opposing continuation of the study, and legislation to be introduced by Senator Ted Mondale to stop the
process. He feels the Council should still make a recommendation. He reviewed the noise and environmental
impacts of each option, as well as the Issues of convenience and changes In development patterns. He
reiterated the recommendation of the Advisory Planning Commission and Economic Development Commission
to expand the current airport, with the understanding that significant mitigation would be required. The Airport
Relations Commission recommended relocation of the airport, with significant mitigation components. All three
commissions recommended support of land banking.
Councilmember Wachter asked whether the current highway system will handle all of the additional
traffic, and Assistant to the Administrator Hohenstein reviewed the upgrades that would be needed with
relocation of the airport.
Gerry Messier, 1523 Aspen Drive, spoke In favor of relocation of the airport for noise and safety
reasons, and to keep Northwest Airlines here.
Steve Soderling, 4657 Park Cliff Drive, a member of the Airport Relations Commission, stated he feels
expansion of the airport will increase the noise problem and will increase the corridor problem. If expansion
is approved, Minneapolis will try to force more air traffic north and west. He feels the mitigation costs will be
much higher with expansion of the current airport.
Myriam Hussman, 4677 Stratford Lane, Indicated they didn't think they would be bothered by airport
noise when they built their house, but they are. They wouldn't have built there If they had known that.
Discussion followed concerning the flight patterns of the current airport versus the relocation of the airport.
Councilmember Hunter referred to figures outlined in Senator Mondale's bill and discussion followed
concerning how accurate the figures are and what costs are Included in the estimates. Councilmember Hunter
noted that the expansion option doesn't include the third parallel runway which he feels will definitely be
needed. The operation growth projection was determined to be 1/2% per year, but the real operational growth
that has been seen over the last 15 years is 8 1/2%, so he doesn't believe the growth projections that are being
stated are accurate and he feels the expansion capacity will quickly be eaten up at the current airport. He
doesn't feel the assumptions by which the viability of expansion were based are completely accurate. He feels
the $2.8 billion that was estimated for expansion of the current airport will quickly grow to equal or more than
the cost of a new airport. The numbers can be manipulated. He agrees with the conclusion of the Airport
Relations Commission and favors relocation. Councilmember Masin concurred, stating relocation makes the
most sense. She feels that In order for a region to be economically viable, it has to have international air travel.
With the expansion of the current airport, they will not be able to have maximum capacity. It would just be
buying time. She feels the safety and noise Issues are important as well. The amount of money associated
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with relocation is a concern, but she feels that land banking needs to be done regardless of the Council's
recommendation.
Councilmember Awada stated she agrees with Senator Mondale's bill. She supports leaving the airport
where it Is. She feels Eagan benefits greatly from being next to the current airport. She supports expansion
of the current airport, but also supports land banking. She feels that as technology gets better, the noise
problem will diminish. If Northwest Airlines ever leaves the area, the capacity needs would go down
significantly. The location of the current airport Is convenient. Councilmember Wachter stated he supports
expansion of the existing airport as well. He feels the study went too far and was a waste of taxpayer dollars.
He feels Eagan would lose the most If the airport is relocated.
Mayor Egan noted that he originally supported expansion of the current airport, but looking at all of the
Issues, he feels that if a new airport Isn't built, the Twin Cities will not be able to be competitive. He feels it is
in the best interest of Eagan and the entire metro area to relocate the airport. Considerable discussion
followed. Councilmember Hunter stated he feels the Council is dose in their views, and he feels the vote will
mean more If it is unanimous. It appears the Council agrees with land banking. Discussion followed
concerning enforcement of the corridor, the capacity of the current airport, and the strength of a unanimous
vote on this Issue.
Hunter moved, Wachter seconded a motion to support expansion of the current airport, with the
conditions that no expansion be pursued until the entire fleet Is at Stage III or quieter; and that the state land
bank the site of a possible future airport at the currently identified expansion site. More discussion followed
concerning the effects of Stage III aircraft and level of delay on the capacity of the current airport. Mike Schlax,
3119 Joyce Court, member of the Airport Relations Commission, stated he feels expansion Is a bandaid
approach to the problem. Counclimember Hunter noted that his intent in the motion Is that in the year 2000
when the fleet is entirely Stage III aircraft, the Legislature should evaluate the capacity of the airport and the
growth that occurs between now and then, and If the trend Is dearly that the airport will exceed capacity, a new
airport should still be considered. Without land banking, this would not be an option. He requested that be
a friendly amendment to his motion. Mayor Egan suggested that if the airport is expanded at its current
location, that additional noise mitigation measures be increased commensurate with the amount of Impact.
Counciimember Hunter concurred, suggesting $160 million. Assistant to the Administrator Hohenstein
responded that that amount Is probably inadequate because it only covers the current maximum CIP amounts
and what is in the dual track estimate. The sense is that substantially more is needed. Counclimember Masin
stated that If more noise insulation is needed, it means the airport Isn't working at Its present location.
Considerable more discussion followed. Aye: 5 Nay: 0
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Administrator Hedges reported on a meeting he had with representatives of the MVTA, and noted he
will be distributing a survey to Counclimembers.
Counclimember Hunter asked about the status of the Dakota County Economic Development
Partnership. Administrator Hedges Indicated he submitted a letter that was going before the membership
committee in December, and a recommendation would be forwarded to the Board of Directors In January.
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Special City Council Meeting Schedule. Hunter moved, Wachter seconded a motion to approve a
special City Council meeting for Tuesday, January 2, at 5:00 p.m.
Advisory Commission Interviews. Wachter moved, Awada seconded a motion to set a special City
Council meeting for January 15, 1996 to conduct advisory commission Interviews. Aye: 5 Nay: 0
Administrator Hedges reviewed the Council calendar for January and February.
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Director of Public Works Colbert requested clarification on how to do the feasibility report for the Eagan
Promenade due to the new calculation of the amount to be paid by Opus. Considerable discussion followed
concerning the rationale for determining the amount and how to calculate the amounts. The consensus was
to leave the amount to be set at $3,357,000.
Mayor Egan reported on a meeting with representatives of The Sage Group regarding locating a life
cycle care housing facility for the elderly in Eagan. He Indicated he will forward Information he received to
Councilmembers. Discussion followed.
Councilmember Wachter asked about the meeting regarding Carriage Hills Golf Course that the City
Administrator was invited to. Administrator Hedges reported on the meeting, noting that he and Community
Development Director Reichert met with about eight people who call themselves the Carriage Hills Coalition
Board and who serve as contact people for their neighborhood.
Wachter moved, Egan seconded a motion to approve the checklist dated December 14, 1995 in the
amount of $2,741,016.94. Aye: 5 Nay: 0
The meeting adjourned at 10:49 p.m. to an Executive Session.
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