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04/18/1995 - City Council Regular MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE 0( EAGAN CITY COUNCIL Eagan, Minnesota April 18, 1995 A regular meeting of the Eagan City Council was held on Tuesday, April 18, 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, and City Attorney Jim Sheldon. GENDA< Hunter moved, Awada seconded a motion to adopt the agenda. Aye: 5 Nay: 0 MINUTES OF APRIL 4, 1995 SPECIAL MEETING Awada moved, Hunter seconded a motion to approve the minutes as presented. Aye: 5 Nay: 0 MINUTES OF APRIL 4, 1995 REGULAR MEETING Wachter moved, Masin seconded a motion to approve the minutes as presented. Aye: 5 Nay: 0 LEGISLATIVE UPDATE Mayor Egan noted that due to activity In the legislature this week, the legislators were unable to attend the meeting tonight. Administrator Hedges reviewed several pieces of legislation that are of concern to the City of Eagan and suggested he can do a letter to each of them stating the Council's position on any Issues they are concerned with. Councilmember Hunter expressed a concern about the H.F. 641 and S.F. 647, which places a time limit on how long land use Issues must be acted on by cities. He indicated he is opposed to this as It is very restrictive and creates a lot of bureaucracy. He added this bill excludes school districts, the Met Council, and first class cities, which he feels Is very unfair. Discussion followed. Mayor Egan raised the tax freeze bill. Councilmember Masin expressed her concerns about this, noting that It is the city's main source of consistent funds. Councilmember Awada stated she feels this is a political ploy by the DFL to have taxes frozen in an election year. If the city wants to keep the same level of services, It will result In a tax hike the next year. Councilmember Hunter added that he Is philosophically opposed to the state deciding what is best for Eagan residents. There Is no one more accountable to Its constituents than the City Council. The state should not be micromanaging city affairs. Mayor Egan explained the components of the livable communities bill, noting that financing Is the main Issue. Councilmember Awada stated she is glad the legislature is getting the government programs to compete with one another rather than using additional tax dollars for new programs. She feels It is the best way to weed out the things that are unnecessary. Senator Deanna Wiener arrived at this time and gave an update on current bills affecting cities. She is a proponent of eliminating existing programs that have a history and bureaucracy behind them, and shifting those funds in new innovative ideas. She noted that communities in the metropolitan area have come together to deal with some of these difficult issues. She added that she recently signed a bill placing a cap on fiscal disparities at 15%. In response to the bill placing time limitations on processing land use Issues, she noted that not all com- munities are as responsive to applicants as Eagan is, and this bill seeks to address that. She added that if there Is a problem with processing an application within this time period, all the city needs to do is write a letter to the applicant letting them know what the problem is and how long it will take to resolve it. Councilmember Awada expressed her concerns about this, noting that the Planning Commission would have to have twice as many meetings as they do now, and the Council would likely need to have more meetings as well if this goes through. While she stated that a city could work to accommodate this requirement, she asked why it was being mandated EAGAN CITY COUNCIL MINUTES; APRIL 18, 1995 Z ~r,-* rTM PAGE 2 if you could simply write a letter, In effect creating a loophole around the new requirement. Senator Wiener stated she feels it is a good government and good consumer piece of legislation. She noted she doesn't concur with the exemption for first class cities. Regarding the property tax freeze, she stated she feels the taxpayers spoke In November on this issue stating they don't want higher taxes. She feels this bill will result In discussion about fiscal disparities and finding new ways to fund the property tax system and school districts. Discussion followed. CONSENT AGENDA, In regard to Item C, Adoption of the Park Systems Plan, Councilmember Hunter noted that although financing was discussed, he feels the funding still needs to be addressed in greater detail. In regard to Item M, Recision of ISTEA Grant, Councilmember Wachter pointed out that by rescinding this grant, the city will save money. Parks and Recreation Director Vraa gave an explanation. In regard to Item T, Declare Surplus Property. Authorize Disposal of Building Fixtures. Administrator Hedges noted the city salvaged a lot of items for the civic arena, the police facility and city hall. A. Personnel Items Item 1. It was recommended to approve the hiring of Matthew Buck, Jason Schwamb, Doug Kuehn, Nat Christiansen and Jason Witt as seasonal ballfield attendants. Item 2. It was recommended to approve the hiring of Laura Hampton as a seasonal park attendant. Item 3. It was recommended to approve the hiring of John OToole, Matthew Torfin, Dale Bishop, Brian Banasewskl, George Sellner, Tim Spencer, Joe Wilcox, Glen Jensen, Mark Barsness, Edward Goettel, Raymond Sped, Mike Marxer, Milo Raaum, Dave Downs, and Leroy Berg as seasonal park maintenance employees. Item 4. It was recommended to approve the hiring of Joseph A. Wilta, Darren Lee Wilke and Christopher Beckman as seasonal utility maintenance workers. Item 5. It was recommended to approve the hiring of Eric Olson as a seasonal tree inspector. Item 6. It was recommended to approve the hiring of Diana Bolander as a seasonal horticultural specialist. Item 7. It was recommended to approve the hiring of Deborah Buntjer, Susan Garry, Holly Confer, Nora Flueger, Wendy Willman, Lei Lani Fischer, Julie Beecher, and Martha Buyck as seasonal concession workers. Item 8. It was recommended to approve the hiring of Rachel Coliingham as a seasonal recreation leader. Item 9. It was recommended to approve the hiring of Chris Wilmer, Heather Roughier and Dave Johnson as summer water resources interns. Item 10. It was recommended to approve the hiring of Jason Jahnke as seasonal engineering intern. Item 11. It was recommended to accept the resignation of Rich Pelletier, Park Operations Supervisor. B. Plumbers Licenses. It was recommended to approve the plumbers license for Kramer Mechanical as presented. C. Adoption of Park System Plan. It was recommended to adopt the Park System Plan as the City's Comprehensive Plan for parks, subject to review and approval by the Metropolitan Council, and direct its submission to the Metropolitan Council. oer EAGAN CITY COUNCIL MINUTES; APRIL 18, 1995 PAGE 3 D. Recommendation. Airport Relations Commission/Comments on FAA Part 150 Program. It was recommended to approve the comments as presented. E. Change Orders, Police Department Building Project. It was recommended to approve the change orders totaling $6,441. F. Vacation of portions of Parcel 47A. MnDOT Right-of-way Plat #19-72 Lying Within the Proposed Deerwood Townhomes Addition. it was recommended to receive the petition and schedule a public hearing for 7:00 p.m. on May 15, 1995. 6. Project 686. Receive Petition /Authorize Preparation of Feasibility Report. Wood-gate Lane Streets and Utilities It was recommended to receive the petition and authorize preparation of a feasibility report and simultaneous preparation of detailed plans and specifications. H. Conditional Use Permit. Shaba Johnson. It was recommended to approve the conditional use permit to conduct a beauty parlor at 1594 Rustic Hills Drive, subject to the following conditions: 1. The applicant shall record this Conditional Use Permit at the Dakota County Recorder's office within 60 days of City Council action. - 2. Hours of operation shall be from 8:00 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. only. 3. The only employee shall be an occupant of the household. 4. The parking shall be on-site and limited to two customer vehicles. 5. There shall be no commercial signs advertising the business. 6. There shall be no over-the-counter sales of merchandise. 1. Conditional Use Permit - Johnson's Richfield & Blacktop. It was recommended to approve a Conditional Use Permit to allow an automobile service facility in a GB zoning district at 3206 Sibley Memorial Highway. J. Final Subdivision and Final Planned Development - Oak Cliff Eighth Addition. It was recommended to approve the final planned development and final subdivision for the Oak Cliff Eighth Addition to permit the construction of the Penn Cycle shop on the south side of Cliff Road west of Cedar Avenue. R-95.21 K Final Subdivision. Eaaan Oaks Addition. It was recommended to approve a final subdivision for the Eagan Oaks Addition. R-95.22 L Resolution. Eagan Arbor Day and Arbor Month. It was recommended to approve the resolution as presented. R-95.23 M. Recision of ISTEA Grant. It was recommended to authorize a recision of the ISTEA grant for the Nicoll Road trail Improvements. N. Easter Lutheran Church, Authorize New Application for Rezoning. It was recommended to authorize Easter Lutheran Church to proceed with a new application for rezoning of the property at the northeast comer of Cliff Road and Pilot Knob Road, provided the Impervious surface area is substantially reduced from the previously considered planned development proposal. 0. Approve Exemption from Lawful Gambling License. Valley Viewers 4-H Club. It was recommended to approve a resolution for the Valley Viewers 4-H Club for an exemption from the lawful gambling license requirement. R-95.24 0C 01 EAGAN CITY COUNCIL MINUTES; APRIL 18, 1995 PAGE 4 P. Resolution Establishing Municipal State Aid Streets. It was recommended to approve the resolution establishing Municipal State Aid Street designation on Lexington Avenue (MSA # 111) from Lone Oak Road to TH 55 and Thomas Lake Road (MSA #128) from Cliff Road to Diffley Road and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the resolution. R-95.25 R. AADprove Solicitation License. Blue Bell Ice Cream. It was recommended to approve the solicitation license for 1995. S. Easter Lutheran Church. Final Plat Extension. It was recommended to approve a 45 day extension for the recording of the final plat for Easter Addition. T. Declare Surplus Property. Authorize Disposal of Building Fixtures. It was recommended to declare certain municipal center building fixtures to be surplus property and authorize their disposal. Hunter moved, Masin seconded a motion to approve the consent agenda. Aye: 5 Nay: 0 PUBLIC HEARINGS PROJECT 681, NORTH NICOLS ROAD STREET RECONSTRUCTION After Introductions by Mayor Egan and Administrator Hedges, Director of Public Works Colbert gave a staff report on this project. Steve Gatlin, of MSA Consulting Engineers, explained the feasibility report and addressed concerns raised at the neighborhood meeting. He reviewed several changes that were proposed as a result of these concerns. Director of Public Works Colbert added that the amount of assessments could vary based on unit prices received; however, he doesn't feel the assessments will change substantially. After some discussion, Mayor Egan opened the public hearing. Lester Spencer, 3786 Nicols Road, expressed concern about the mowability of the ditches along his property and drainage problems he has had in the past. Steve Gatlin explained that they are proposing a 3 to 1 slope on the ditches which is a mowable slope. Mr. Spencer indicated he paid an assessment for storm sewer and feels the water should drain Into the storm sewer rather than ditches. Director of Public Works Colbert explained that they are proposing two Improvements: put in a 30" parallel storm sewer to take care of the excess water flow; and reshaping the ditch. He noted they could install concrete curb and gutter and catch basins, but it would result in a higher cost and more assessments. He didn't feel it was appropriate in this case because that section of Nicols Road is a rural roadway design standard. It could be upgraded to an urban section, but that option hasn't been pursued. Councilmember Masin asked whether Mr. Spencer would prefer concrete curb and gutter, but Mr. Spencer Indicated he would have to know what the costs would be before he could comment. Director of Public Works Colbert noted It would be at least $2,000 more. Considerable discussion followed. Mike Gresser, of Gresser Concrete Masonry, Indicated he would like a breakdown of how much of this project is being paid for by the taxpayers. There being no one else wishing to speak, Mayor Egan turned the discussion back to the Council. He asked whether this project is financially feasible. Director of Public Works Colbert indicated that the present storm sewer is under capacity. With the current construction activity, they felt It is the most economically feasible time to do It. He noted they will get approximately 1,600 feet paid for by state funds. He feels It is economically feasible. Councilmember Wachter pointed out the wide range of estimated costs. Director of Public Works Colbert indicated that is based on the alternates. After the neighborhood meeting, they narrowed the scope of the project. Considerable discussion followed concerning whether curb and gutter should be Installed and where. Hunter moved, Wachter seconded a motion to close the public hearing and continue this project for two weeks to allow Mr. Spencer and the Ramnarine's to meet with Mr. Colbert and Mr. Gatlin to discuss drainage Issues. Aye: 5 Nay: 0 EAGAN CITY COUNCIL MINUTES; APRIL 18, 1995 PAGE 5 PROJECT 664, WESCOTT SQUARE ADDITION STREET RECONSTRUCTION After introductions by Mayor Egan and Administrator Hedges, Director of Public Works Colbert gave a staff report on this project. Mark Hanson, of Bonestroo, Rosene, Anderlik & Associates reviewed the feasibility report. He noted there are two options for this project. The street can be rebuilt, or they can use reclaimed aggregate base. Mayor Egan then opened the public hearing. Darlene Ninteman, 3463 Trails End Road, indicated she is opposed to the assessment. She doesn't access off of Ivy Lane, and If Trails End Road needs to be redone In the future, she will be assessed again. Director of Public Works Colbert noted that when Trails End Road was upgraded, the cost was spread out to all area properties regardless of whether they accessed off of Trails End Road. Also, those fronting on Ivy Lane will be assessed more than those that don't. He feels that is the most fair way to assess for this improvement. Counciimembers concurred. Paul Kappes, 3461 Trails End Road, suggested this could be assessed according to who uses Ivy Lane. There being no one else wishing to speak, Mayor Egan turned the hearing back to the Council. Councilmember Hunter stated he doesn't think the pending assessment roll needs to be revised since the difference Is so small. Egan and Awada concurred. Councilmember Wachter asked why these streets are so deteriorated. Director of Public Works Colbert noted that the streets were constructed In 1971. Also, there have been numerous water main and sewer repairs In the area, the integrity has been disturbed several times due to continuous construction in the area. Hunter moved, Wachter seconded a motion to close the public hearing and approve Project 664. Aye: 5 Nay: 0 PROJECT 661R, SIBLEY TERMINAL INDUSTRIAL PARK FINAL ASSESSMENT After introductions by Mayor Egan and Administrator Hedges, Director of Public Works Colbert gave a staff report on this project. He indicated that Apollo Elevator has no access to Terminal Drive; therefore, they are recommending that this property and the neighboring property be deleted from the assessment roll. These assessments will become city cost. Mayor Egan then opened the public hearing. Mike Gresser, of Gresser Concrete Masonry, noted he requested some information on the breakdown of costs on this project and he never received the information when he was told he could get it last Fall. Director of Public Works Colbert indicated that the information he requested was available at the neighborhood meeting. He was not aware that Mr. Gresser was out of town at that time. He gave him a copy of the assessment report. There being no one else wishing to speak, Mayor Egan turned discussion back to the Council. Hunter moved, Masin seconded a motion to close the public hearing and authorize certification of the final assessment roll as revised. Aye: 5 Nay: 0 PROJECT 645, BLACKHAWK HILLS ADDITION STREET RECONSTRUCTION After introductions by Mayor Egan and Administrator, Director of Public Works Colbert gave a staff report on this project. Mark Hanson, of Bonestroo, Rosene, Anderlik & Associates, reviewed the feasibility report. Mayor Egan then opened the public hearing. Susan Dirks, 3675 Birchpond Road, questioned whether all of the streets need to be done. She noted there is a low point on Birchpond Road that needs to be addressed so the street doesn't need to be done again in 17 years. She feels sidewalks should be considered as there are many people walking in this area. Director of Public Works Colbert reviewed the history of the roads in this area, the life cycle of the roadways, and the condition of the roadway in various areas. A member of the neighborhood suggested the sharp curve on Blackhawk Hills Road be removed. Considerable discussion followed concerning the curve in the road and how it could be redesigned to remove the sharp curve. EAGAN CITY COUNCIL MINUTES; APRIL 18, 1995 PAGE 6 Councilmember Hunter asked about the possibility of putting in a trail in this area. Director of Public Works Colbert noted that the City does more local traffic trailways rather than community neighborhood trails. The costs for a trail or sidewalk were discussed. Ms. Dirks noted there Is a park nearby, and many children must walk In the street to get there. Councilmember Hunter noted that this situation exists all over Eagan, and It is the city's policy that if neighborhoods want this type of trail, they can petition for it. Director of Public Works Colbert added that if a trail were added, another public hearing would need to be held. Joan Bohlig, 1680 Blackhawk Cove, indicated that at the neighborhood meeting, people suggested that Birchpond Road could be narrower due to the small amount of traffic It gets. She suggested that If the road were made more narrow, there would be room for a trail or sidewalk. Director of Public Works Colbert responded that that would result In a significant increase In cost to the project. He suggested that another alternative would be to do an on-street trail with striping. Ms. Dirks stated she feels that would be a good short-term solution. Bart Schmidt, 3625 Birchpond Road, raised the issue of the bridge across Duckwood, indicating he is opposed to it. He feels it would be detrimental to the neighborhood. Don Lerche, 3685 Birchpond Road, expressed concern about the Increase in traffic on this road. He doesn't feel his section of roadway needs Improvement at this time. Ed Kellogg, 3665 Birchpond Road, questioned whether these improvements are needed. He noted the road wasn't used before 1986; therefore, the road has actually only been used for nine years. John Gorman, 3695 Birchpond Road, concurred that Birchpond Road should be made narrower. There being no one else wishing to speak, Mayor Egan turned the discussion back to the Council. Councilmember Hunter stated he feels that making the road narrower is not feasible due to the cost. He feels a striped trail Is the best solution. He doesn't feel the city should include sections of neighborhoods where the road is not deteriorated in projects just because they are in the improvement area, especially if there is a sharp delineation in the condition of sections of a roadway. Director of Public Works Colbert Indicated they can evaluate the area to see which sections need to be redone and which can be overlaid. He noted it makes it difficult to finance because different sections of the road deteriorate at different times. However, If the Council wants, he can reevaluate ft and bring It back with the plans and specifications. Mayor Egan Indicated he would like it reevaluated. He doesn't want to reconstruct streets prematurely. He concurred that making the street narrower Is not economically feasible. Council member Wachter stated he would only favor a striped trail, noting that any type of raised barrier on the street would cause problems with snow removal. Hunter moved, Awada seconded a motion to close the public hearing and approve Project 645; authorize preparation of property benefit appraisals; and authorize the preparation of detailed plans and specifications. Aye: 5 Nay: 0 VARIANCE FOR PAUL J. KLEIN After Introductions by Mayor Egan and Administrator Hedges, Community Development Director Reichert gave a staff report. Mayor Egan then opened the public hearing, and Paul Klein urged Council approval. There being no one else wishing to speak, Mayor Egan turned discussion back to the Council. Hunter moved, Awada seconded a motion to approve a 14' rear yard setback variance to the required 50' setback from Pilot Knob Road for Lot 6, Block 1, Oster Addition, located at 1405 Oster Drive. Aye: 5 Nay: 0 VARIANCE FOR WENSMANN PROPERTIES After Introductions by Mayor Egan and Administrator Hedges, Community Development Director Reichert gave a staff report. Mayor Egan then opened the public hearing. Tom Sand, supervisor for Terry Wensmann, noted that with the current setbacks, the lot would not be buildable and still meet the covenants for this subdivision. He noted they got a building permit, footings were put In and inspected, and some of the block work was done before the city called to have them stop the project. They have put about $15,000 Into the project. He indicated the developer favors this variance. They have been talking with the neighbors informing them of the situation. He indicated that up to six lots in this area do not meet the side EAGAN CITY COUNCIL MINUTES; APRIL 18, 1995 PAGE 7 yard setback requirements. The covenants did not list the setbacks or the zoning of this property. In order to meet the setbacks, they would have to reduce the square footage of the house and eliminate the third garage stall, which would bring down the value of the property. He indicated they are willing to work with the neighbors to resolve this with screening and landscaping. The buyers need to get out of their property and the closing date will have to be delayed. Considerable discussion followed concerning the design of the home and how it could be designed to meet the setbacks and covenants. Councilmember Wachter stated that the developer should have told him the property was zoned Estate. Mr. Sand stated that they submitted their plans and applied for a permit and nothing was said about the zoning. Wachter responded that the developer should correct this with the neighbors who purchased their property as Estate zoning. He feels the lot was too small to build the large homes that are required In the covenants. Discussion followed concerning what the city's liability is in this type of situation. City Attorney Sheldon stated that it Is the buyers responsibility to find out the zoning of a lot. The City Inspectors are responsible for the safety of the public at large. The zoning is a matter of public record. Councilmember Awada stated the Council needs to decide whether this is a buildable lot and where the city's responsibility lies. Mayor Egan stated he thinks the burden is on the applicant to prove there is a hardship. Awada concurred, stating she feels it is feasible to build a home on this lot. Mayor Egan asked the neighbors whether they would be willing to work with the builder to resolve this. Andrea Wahistrom, 1990 Safari Trail, stated that if this home Is built, their master bedroom will look directly into the master bedroom of this house. When they built their home, they were told repeatedly about the covenants and had to redesign their home because of It. They spent a lot of money to get this lot because of the size of the lot and the privacy, and feels they are now paying the cost of the builder's mistake. Don Wahistrom added that they bought the lot for privacy. He doesn't feel that working this out in the short term will make up for the long term effects. Maxwell Amoako, 1998 Safari Trail, indicated he was told about the Estate zoning when he built his house. According to his calculations, the garage is only six inches from the property line and 10 1/2 feet from his house. The builder started digging on the property before the permit was issued. He thinks Wensmann Is trying to cut corners. There are larger lots on this cul-de-sac. Mr. Sand responded that Wensmann Homes is a reputable company. They do not cut comers, and did not move any dirt prior to the building permit being issued. They did remove some trees. He added that Mr. Amoako's house does not meet the 30 foot setback either. Councilmember Awada noted that It the request was for less than 18 feet, the Council would probably be more willing to grant a variance. There being no one else wishing to speak, Mayor Egan closed the public hearing. Wachter moved, Awada seconded a motion to deny the variance, based on the fact that the Council didn't feel that hardship was shown by the applicant. Aye: 5 Nay: 0 Discussion followed concerning how to prevent this type of error from occurring again. Hunter moved, Awada seconded a motion to direct staff to prepare findings to support the denial of this variance. Aye: 5 Nay: 0 VARIANCE FOR CITY OF EAGAN After introductions by Mayor Egan and Administrator Hedges, Community Development Director Reichert gave a staff report. Councilmember Hunter stated he feels the code should change to reflect more reasonable setbacks for reservoirs. Discussion followed on what the setback should be. Mayor Egan opened the public hearing, but finding no one wishing to speak, he closed the public hearing. Awada moved, Wachter seconded a motion to deny the variance and authorize staff to amend the city code changing the setback requirements for reservoirs to 50 feet. Aye: 5 Nay: 0 NEW' BUSINESS EAGAN CITY COUNCIL MINUTES; APRIL 18, 1995 PAGE 8 REZONING AND PRELIMINARY SUBDIVISION WHISPERING WOODS ELEVENTH ADDITION After Introductions by Mayor Egan and Administrator Hedges, Community Development Director Reichert gave a staff report. Wachter moved, Awada seconded a motion to approve the rezoning for Hilla Inc. of 20.97 acres from A to R-1 for property In the southwest quarter of Section 31. Aye: 5 Nay: 0 Wachter moved, Awada seconded a motion to approve the preliminary subdivision for Whispering Woods Eleventh Addition, subject to the following conditions: 1. The developer shall comply with standards conditions of plat approval Al, Bt, B3, C1, C2, C4, E1, F1, G1 and H1 as adopted by the Council on February 3, 1993. 2. Variances to the maximum cul-de-sac length shall be approved as follows: Wall Street - 1,396' variance of 896' Whispering Way - 749' variance of 249' Estates Drive - 468' variance of 68' 3. The proposed development Is subject to a cash parks and cash trails dedication. 4. The tree preservation Is approve as submitted. 5. A detention basin shall be constructed to catch and treat runoff prior to discharge to Pond E-23. 6. A cash dedication for water quality is required for the remainder of the site. 7. No filling or draining of wetland areas is allowed. 8. The final grading plan shall show detailed plans and specifications of the construction of the retaining wall. 9. This development requires that tree protective measures (i.e. 4' polyethylene laminate safety netting) be Installed at the drip line or at the perimeter of the critical root zone, whichever Is greater, of the significant woodlands to be preserved. 10. Individual lot - tree preservation plans are required on all lots within the development at the time of building. 11. The developer is required to contact the City Forestry Division at least five days prior to the Issuance of a grading permit to ensure compliance with the approved tree preservation plan. 12. Subject to final plat approval. 13. Subject to approval of setback variances and approve 10' setback variances on Lots 1, 2, 9, 10, 18, 19, 20, 30, 31, 32, 41, 42 and 43. Aye: 5 Nay: 0 COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE PLAN AMENDMENT AND REZONING - NORI HART After introductions by Mayor Egan and Administrator Hedges, Community Development Director Reichert gave a staff report. Awada moved, Masin seconded a motion to approve a Comprehensive Guide Plan Amendment from Limited Business to Single Family Residential for Lot 1, Block 1, Liebel Addition. Aye: 5 Nay: 0 LEGISLATIVE/INTER-GOVERNMENTAL UPDATE Administrator Hedges referred to a letter he received from the City of Inver Grove Heights Inviting the Council to meet with their Council to discuss development issues. He felt that perhaps another format mat be more appropriate than having the two Councils meet. Mayor Egan Indicated he would be happy to represent the Council EAGAN CITY COUNCIL MINUTES; APRIL 18, 1995 PAGE 9.; and meet with the Mayor of Inver Grove Heights. The Council had no objection to this. Councilmember Hunter suggested the city send a letter representing the Council's position. He doesn't feel both councils should meet. He feels it would be more appropriate for the mayors to meet, or the Public Works Committee. Councilmember Wachter expressed some concerns about this. There Is no benefit to Eagan, and he feels Inver Grove Heights Is developing piecemeal. He feels Inver Grove Heights should get a development plan in place first. He isn't comfortable with piecemeal development. Hunter concurred. Discussion followed. ROUNDTABLE Director of Public Works Colbert noted that the county received bids for the Yankee Doodle Road project. and the bids came in under estimate. He feels the extended working hours helped to get low bids. Administrator Hedges noted that the League of Minnesota Cities conference is coming up in June and he needs to know who on the Council is planning on going. Councilmember Masin reported on a Dakota County League of Governments meeting she attended. Councilmember Hunter noted his business trip scheduled for April has been delayed for two weeks. Discussion followed on upcoming work sessions. CHECK REGISTER Wachter moved, Egan seconded a motion to approve the check register dated April 14, 1995 in the amount of $1,564,607.04. Aye: 5 Nay: 0 fi ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 11:08 p.m. DLP April 18, 1995 =MM Date Ity Clerk 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, MN 55122, (612) 681-4600, (TDD phone: (612) 454-8535). 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