05/20/1980 - City Council Regular
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MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE EAGAN CITY COUNCIL
EAGAN, MINNESOTA
MAY 20, 1980
A regular meeting of the Eagan City Council was held on Tuesday, May
20, 1980, at the Eagan City Hall. Present were Mayor Blomquist and Councilmembers
Parranto, Wachter, Egan and Smith. Also present were City Engineer Rosene,
Public Works Director Colbert, City Administrator Hedges, and City Attorney Hauge.
MINUTES
On motion by Wachter, seconded Egan, it was RESOLVED that the minutes of the
May 6 regular meeting of the City Council be approved with the exception that on
page 1 Wachter voted no as to the tax.exempt bond issue, on page 2 relating to 1-494
Trunk Highway #55 it was noted that an additional reason for the Council action was
that the Council had granted a building permit in 1968 and the City was committed
to assist the median crossing but that the Council would not take this action in
every case; and at page 9, J.K.R. Company IR Bonds, the City Councilmembers had
heard from a number of neighboring property owners who were concerned about com-
mercial development in the area as an additional reason for denial. All voted in
favor.
AGENDA
Egan moved, Wachter seconded the motion to approve the agenda with the exception
that the Central Fence application will be continued to June 3 at the request of
the applicant. All voted yes.
POLICE DEPARTMENT
Assistant Police Chief Jay Berthe was present. He discussed the proposed
County Jail facility and reviewed a letter from the Chief of Police dated May 9,
1980, making recommendations concerning location and the specific type of facility
for the proposed county jail. Mayor Blomquist had earlier recommended consideration
of the issue. Smith moved, Blomquist seconded the motion to set a special Council
meeting with Karen Ferguson to further explore the proposed county jail facility
which meeting will be held at the City Hall on May 29, 1980, at 7 p.m.
CONSENT AGENDA
1. Project #80-4 Contract. The City Attorney presented a contract for
Improvement #80-4 covering Project #295 sanitary sewer, water, storm sewer and
street improvements for Cedar Cliff Addition and recommended approval of the
contract with Walhunt Construction Inc. The City Attorney recommended execution
of the contract.
2. Cedarvale Lanes Softball Team Temporary Beer Permit. Application of
Arnold Doring, manager of the Cedarvale Lanes Softball team, for a temporary beer
permit for a softball tournament at the Univac field on June 21--June 22 was
submitted and recommended for approval.
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3. Bid Award Project #80-13. Bids were received on Monday, May 19, 1980,
for the Ches Mar East 1st Addition street project consisting of Improvement
#80-13 and the Public Works Director recommended approval of the low bid to
Bituminous Roadway Inc. in the sum of $55,915.00
4. Improvement #80-6 Briar Hill. The bids were received on May 14, 1980,
for Briar Hill sewer and water improvements consisting of Improvement #80-6. The
low bid was W. W. Dawson, Inc., in the amount of $136,321 and it was recommended
by Mr. Colbert that the low bid be approved.
5. Change Orders. The following orders were submitted and recommended for
approval by the Public Works Director:
Change Order #2 for Improvement Project #216B - Mallard Park streets in the
sum of $70,846
Change Order #2 for Improvement Project #77-1, Ches Mar East 1st Addition
streets was cancelled
Change Order No. I for Improvement #79-15 for Vienna Woods street improvements
in the sum of $31,481
Change Order No. 1 for Improvement #79-8, Meadowland streets, in the amount
of $15,255
Change Order No. 1 for Improvement #79-16, Alexander Road and Park Cliff
streets in the sum of $34,846.50
Change Order No. 2 for Project #248, Drexel Heights streets, in the amount
of $6,904
Change Order No. 1, Improvement #79-2, Beacon Hills streets in the amount of
$3,888
Change Order No. 2 for Improvement #237, Thomas Lake Road, additional $770
Change Order No. 3 for Improvement #236A, Meadowlands Addition sewer, water
and storm sewer in the amount of $13,150.
6. Oak Chase Fourth Addition Bond Reduction. The developer of Oak Chase
Fourth Addition requested a reduction in the letter of credit pertaining to
payment of assessments for streets and utilities and the Public Works Director
recommended approval for a reduction to. $4,650.
7. Art Rahn Addition PD Agreement and Development Contract. The City
Attorney submitted the Planned Development Agreement and Development Contract
regarding Art Rahn Addition and recommended approval subject to all existing
ordinance requirements.
8. Duckwood Trails Addition PD Agreement and Development Contract. The
Duckwood Trails PD Agreement and Development Contract as prepared by the
City Attorney were submitted and recommended for approval subject to ordinance
requirements.
Upon motion by Smith, seconded Wachter, all voting in favor, it was RESOLVED
that the foregoing recommendations be and hereby are adopted and the recommendations
on the consent agenda be and hereby are adopted except that Councilmember Parranto
abstained concerning the PD agreement regarding the Art Rahn Addition.
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Page Three PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
1. I-35E Detour Route. Mr. Colbert indicated that Mn/DOT had requested
approval of a temporary bypass along Cliff Road, Rahn Road, and Thomas Lake Road
during construction of Blackhawk Road regarding I-35E construction and recommended
approval. Smith moved, Parranto seconded the motion, all voted in favor.
2. Dust Control Assessments. The Public Works Committee discussed on May 13
the possibility of a special tax levy district or assessment abutting gravel roads
for application of seal coat. Parranto moved, Wachter seconded the motion to
direct the staff to determine the feasibility of assessing for additional mainten-
ance and report back to the Council. All voted yes.
3. Parking Stall Dimensions. The Public Works Committee recommended
revisions to the City standard' policy of 10' x 20' parking stalls as follows:
a. 9' x 20' parking spaces will be allowed for underground or structural
parking facilities because of higher costs of construction.
b. 10' x 18' parking spaces will be allowed where space for the front
bumper overhang is provided.
c. Current policy of 10' x 20' will continue to apply in all other cases.
All members voted in favor.
IMPROVEMENT #297 BLACKHAWK LAKE STORM SEWER PUBLIC HEARING
Mayor Blomquist convened the public hearing regarding a proposed storm
sewer outlet for the Blackhawk Lake area to Highway #13 area and Mr. Colbert
introduced the subject. City Engineer Rosene explained the project in detail on
the basis of the preliminary report dated March 4, 1980. A large number of
affected property owners were present, some of whom favored and some of whom ob-
jected to the project.
Two main alternatives available included a lift or a gravity outlet by tunneling
to the west from Blackhawk Lake. He explained that the Blackhawk Lake outlet is
an integral part of the Eagan storm sewer system. Questions were raised as to
whether the N.O.H.W. for Blackhawk Lake should be raised. Mr. Kent Lokkesmoe of
the Department of Natural Resources was present to answer questions.
After approximately one hour and fifteen minutes, Egan moved to close the
hearing and order in the project on the basis of the gravity system noting that
although the immediate cost is actually greater than the lift station, that the
extra cost would be amortized through maintenance costs etc. over a period of
years. Wachter seconded the motion. Mr. Cy Barry was present and requested
that the Council order a second hydrologist's opinion regarding the proposal prior
to action by the Council. After considerable discussion, all Councilmembers
voted in favor of the motion.
Blomquist then moved to direct the staff to acquire a second professional
opinion regarding the feasibility of the gravity system. There was no second to
the motion and the motion died. She stated that she favored the second opinion
because the gravity system had only been seriously considered by the Council for
about six weeks.
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Parranto then moved to direct the Public Works Director to review the plan
in detail and to make a recommendation as to whether a hydrologist should be
employed by the Council to determine the feasibility of the proposal and if he so
recommends, to negotiate preliminarily with a hydrologist of his choice for his
opinion and report back to the Council on June 17, 1980. Blomquist seconded the
motion, and all voted in favor except Wachter who voted no.
Mr. Lokkesmoe explained the two plans were basically a matter of economics
and that he would be willing to review the two proposals. Parranto then moved,
Egan seconded the motion, to authorize the staff to commence whatever procedures
are necessary to schedule a public hearing to consider raising the N.O.H.W. in
Blackhawk Lake to provide for a new control level outlet. All voted yes.
PROPOSED TRAPPING ORDINANCE
City Administrator Hedges introduced the topic regarding a petition to
consider a trapping ordinance first discussed by the City Council on April 15, 1980.
A petition with approximately 300 names was submitted to the Mayor asking that
trapping be prohibited within the City of Eagan and the Council had asked for
additional information from the staff concerning this petition. Mr. Hedges indi-
cated that the staff had reviewed about 25 area ordinances and had asked the City
Attorney to prepare a draft ordinance that was submitted to the Council for review.
He received three alternates:
1. To make no further change but to enforce Ordinance No. 29 which prohibits
trapping in City Parks.
2. To enact an ordinance that prohibits trapping on any property of less
than five acres with property owners of greater than five acres to use a quick
kill trap to control gophers and small rodents with a trapping permit to be
acquired from the Eagan Animal Warden or the Chief of Police.
3. To prohibit trapping anywhere in the City.
A number of residents of Eagan spoke in favor and some against the proposal.
After discussion, Smith moved, Wachter seconded the motion that the City Council
be on record providing for no change in the trapping ordinance provisions of the
City but that the provisions of Ordinance No. 49 regarding trapping in the City
parks be enforced and the staff and DNR be directed to enforce any violations
of the ordinance and state law to a greater extent. Wachter recommended that
this method be used for a period of time with possible review in the future.
It was noted that no trapping licenses had been sold in Eagan in 1979 according
to Kate Laveen, who spoke in favor of the restrictions. Councilmember Egan
spoke in favor of the ordinance and Councilmembers Wachter and Parranto spoke
against any revision to the existing regulations. Mayor Blomquist expressed
her opinion that the urbanizing of the area requires greater restrictions concern-
ing trapping. Councilmember Smith stated the DNR official had testified that the
DNR would not handle any complaints if the ordinance is adopted. Those in favor
of the motion were Parranto, Wachter and Smith. Those against, Egan and Blomquist.
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SAFARI AT EAGAN SHOPPING CENTER
The application of Fortune Realty for preliminary plat approval of Safari
At Eagan and site plan for a shopping center located at the northwest corner of
Thomas Lake Road and Cliff Road was next considered. A public hearing was held
before the Advisory Planning Commission on March 25, 1980, and the Council con-
sidered the matter at its April 15, 1980 meeting. At that time the Council con-
tinued the consideration in order to permit the staff to research certain notice
issues to a greater extent including procedures in the adoption of the Planned
Unit Development for Blackhawk Park and the updating and validity of the Planned
Unit Development Agreement. The notices that had been sent out to the surrounding
property owners were also reviewed. A large number of property owners surrounding
the development were present in addition to Clint McLagan, attorney for certain of
the surrounding residents. Mr. McLagan indicated that 26 people of 59 did not
receive notices but according to the mailing list of the City, all persons were
sent notices of the hearing. He further indicated that according to the PUD
Agreement description, that the south 1,015 of Blackhawk Park was excluded in the
agreement description. Certain property owners who objected indicated that there
were too many shopping centers in the area and the community cannot support
another shopping center.
Mr. Watschke was present and requested the Council act favorably regarding
the application. There was a question as to whether the commercial center was
included in the agreement and whether the Planned Unit Development for that portion
was valid.
After considerable discussion, Smith moved and Egan seconded the motion to
continue the hearing until June 3, 1980, because of the technical issues involved
in the notice and the Planned Unit Development. All voted in favor.
Blomquist then moved, Wachter seconded the motion, to continue for two addi-
tional weeks and that the developer be informed of the change to June 17, 1980.
All voted yes.
WEST END HUNTING AND FISHING CLUB BUILDING PERMIT
The application of the West End Hunting and Fishing Club for a building
permit to replace a clubhouse on their property east of Highway #49 was next
considered. A representative from the club was present as was Earl Marotzke.
There was discussion concerning the need for additional right-of-way along the
West End property. Smith moved, Blomquist seconded the motion, to approve the
application subject to compliance with all ordinance provisions and further subject
to the dedication of an adequate street easement along the north line of the
property before the building permit is authorized because of the heavy use on the
road. All voted in favor.
MARDELANN ADDITION CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
The application of Mr. Frank Hasselman for a conditional use permit to allow
outside storage on Lots 2 and 3, in proposed Mardelann Addition was next considered.
The APC recommended approval at its April 22, 1980, meeting. Egan moved, Wachter
seconded the motion, all voted in favor, to approve the application subject to the
following APC recommendations:
1. An adequate landscaping bond.
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2. Satisfactory landscaping, which was a condition of the preliminary
plat.
3. The conditional use permit shall be approved for an indefinite period of
time provided the conditions herein are met at all times and all provisions of
other City ordinances pertaining thereto are also met.
4. The petitioner shall be required to dust control the outside storage
area at all times.
5. The City Council shall approve of the proposed fence (8' w/3 strands of
barbed wire) prior to the approval of this conditional use permit.
6. Only materials or equipment related to the operations of occupants of the
building on this site shall be permitted in the outside storage area.
All voted yes. D 80-43
DIAMOND T RANCH CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Thomas and Mr. Mike Thomas appeared concerning their
application for a conditional use permit to allow a riding stable and stabling of
horses in an Agriculturally zoned area on a 40-acre parcel on South Pilot Knob
Road. There was discussion concerning the proposed trails in Dakota County Park
including snowmobile trails in the vicinity. The Dakota County Park Director had
indicated he had no objection to the proposal and also that the snowmobile trail
will remain in the park area. After discussion, Smith moved, Egan seconded the
motion to approve the application subject to the recommendations of the Planning
Commission including the following:
1. The conditional use permit shall be granted for a period of ten (10) years
subject to revocation by the City Council if the conditions included in the
granting of the permit are not met at all times.
2. Prior to final approval of a conditional use permit by the City, the
City shall receive a letter from Dakota County (Parks Department) indicating
that they are in accord with the use of the Dakota County Park trails by this
horse stable and riding facility.
3. The applicant shall submit a copy of the contract with Lehmann Mush-
room Company or other satisfactory subcontractor for removal of manure at least once
each week. This contract or a similar contract shall be in effect at all times
while this site is utilized for the stabling of horses. No manure shall be per-
mitted to be stored outside at any time.
4. This conditional use permit shall be reviewed by other governmental
agencies in accordance with the provisions of the "Zoo Area Development Guide"
prior to final approval by the City of Eagan.
5. The conditional use permit shall only be granted to 13.6 acres and
shall not extend to the entire 40 acre area except for pasture purposes. Any
expansion shall require additional approval by the City.
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6. The applicant proposes to develop a fence with barbed wire around the
property and this fence shall require the specific approval of the City Council
in accordance with Section 52.06 - Subd. 20 of the City's Zoning Ordinance
dealing with fences.
7. The applicant shall be required to dedicate additional right-of-way
along Pilot Knob Road in order to achieve a one-half right-of-way dedication of
75 feet from the centerline of Pilot Knob Road. The applicant shall also be
required to receive approval from Dakota County for the proposed driveway.
8. The applicant shall be required to dust control the crushed rock parking
lot at all times and also be required to surface the driveway leading from Pilot
Knob Road to the edge of the parking lot with the initial development of this
facility.
Also subject to the understanding that the snowmobile and cross country skiing
both will be anticipated in the area and through the applicant's facility with
neither to be jeopardized because of the applicant's use. All voted in favor.
The applicant understood that a septic tank will be installed on the property but
that eventually municipal sewer and water will serve the area. D 80-44
CENTRAL FENCE AND SUPPLY COMPANY CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
Parranto moved, Smith seconded the motion, to continue the application until
the June 3, 1980, meeting at the request of the applicant. All voted yes.
CENTEX HOMES VARIANCE
The application of Centex Homes Midwest for 1.94 foot variance from 10 foot
setback requirement covering Lot 1, Block 8, Beacon Hills Addition was next
considered. It was understood that the applicant had withdrawn the application.
Smith moved, Parranto seconded the motion, to continue the application until the
next regular meeting and in the event that the applicant formally withdraws its
application that the matter would then be put on the Consent Agenda for disposition
All voted yes.
U.S. HOMES RIDGE CLIFFE ADDITION REZONING AND PRELIMINARY PLAT APPROVAL
The application of U.S. Homes Orrin Thompson Homes for rezoning from
Agricultural to R-l, Residential Single and R-3, Residential Townhouse and for pre-
liminary plat approval of Ridge Cliffe Addition was next considered by the Council.
The APC approved the application on April 22, 1980. Charles Winden, surveyor,
Orrin Thompson and Bob Carlson were present for the applicant. There was dis-
cussion concerning the findings of the Planning Commission and there were no objec-
tions to the application. There was discussion concerning the proposed new roads
near Cliff Road which will be cul-de-saced due to the exceptions to the plat but
eventually could be extended through the parcels excepted from the plat. Parranto
moved, Smith seconded the motion, to approve the application to rezone subject to
the following:
1. That R-2 and R-3 zoning along the new Galaxie Avenue be provided as
proposed.
All voted yes. R 80-41
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Parranto then moved, Egan seconded the motion, to approve the preliminary
plat subject to the following conditions:
1. The proposed double bungalow lots, which would front on Galaxie
Avenue, shall be platted consistent with the rezoning of this area (R-2 or into
one lot or multiple or limited business zoning).
2. The location of the park shall be determined by the City Council after
review and recommendation by the Park Committee and staff.
3. A trail shall be required to be constructed by the developer at his
cost along the north side of Covington Lane for the entire distance of the
preliminary plat.
4. This preliminary plat shall be reviewed by the Dakota County Plat
Committee prior to final approval by the City. (The plat abuts on a County
road, County Road #32 Cliff Road).
5. The applicant shall be required to provide berming and a landscape
"screen" where dwelling units have a side or rear yard along Cliff Road, Johnny
Cake Ridge Road or Galaxie Avenue. Berming and screening shall only be required
where the grades are substantially the same as that on the abutting roadway where
protective screening can be established. An adequate landscape bond shall be
posted by the Developer as determined by the staff.
6. A "model home" area shall be permitted along proposed cul-de-sac "L"
for a period not to exceed five (5) years. The applicant shall submit a detailed
plan indicating how this area will be altered for model homes and how the area
will be reverted to normal residential development after use for model homes has
ceased. This plan shall be approved by the City Council with the approval of the
final plat.
7. The applicant shall be required to submit street names to the City for
approval prior to the final approval of the preliminary plat. Covington Lane
shall provide for 60-foot right-of-way.
8. The applicant shall be required to grant the City a 60-foot wide street
easement over the property which lies between the Bjelland and Stertz properties
for a future street extension. The proposed'lot at this location should be platted
as an outlot.
9. The 3.44 acre parcel that lies west of Lots 12 and 13 of. Block 5 shall
be platted as an outlot. It is expected that this area will be replatted when
the adjacent area to the west is developed.
10. The applicant shall be required to submit plans for totlots in each of
the three quadraminium blocks and a totlot shall be developed in each area by
the applicant.
11. The applicant shall be required to submit "bylaws" for the homeowner's
association(s) to the City for review prior to approval of the final plat.
12. Lot 1 of Block 2 should be redesigned and incorporated into the
platting of the Esther Johnson property which is shown on the preliminary plat
and which is owned by the applicant.
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13. A storm sewer study must be performed and submitted for City approval,
evaluating the existing and available capacity of the on-site ponding systems prior
to final plat approval.
14. A five-foot concrete sidewalk must be installed along the north side
of Covington Lane as the Developer's responsibility, with maintenance to be the
requirement of the adjacent townhouse association.
15. Sufficient right-of-way should be dedicated to provide for the future
relocated Galaxie Avenue, Cliff Road, and Johnny Cake Ridge Road.
16. This plat must be submitted for comments and restrictions by the Dakota
County Highway Department prior to final plat approval.
17. Sufficient temporary easements must be granted to provide for the
temporary cul-de-sacs along the western edge of this proposed plat for the streets
"G", "C" and Covington Lane, and also street "I", adjacent to the Marstad property
on Cliff Road.
All voted in favor. D 80-45
Mr. Orrin Thompson requested a building permit for six single family
models and two quad unit models which would not be occupied until sanitary sewer
and water are hooked up to the property. Parranto moved, Wachter seconded the
motion, all voted in favor, to approve the request.
TRIPP OIL COMPANY BUILDING PERMIT
The application of Tripp Oil Company for a building permit to build three
storage tanks with dike around the petroleum storage tanks was next considered.
The Building Inspector had no objection to the application and noted that it was
approved by the State Fire Marshal. Parranto moved, Smith seconded the motion, to
grant the application subject to ordinance requirements and further subject to
application and approval of the final plat by the City Council prior to completion
of construction.
BICENTENNIAL 5TH ADDITION FINAL PLAT
The application for final plat approval of Bicentennial 5th Addition was
next considered and appeared to be in order. Wachter moved, Egan seconded the
motion, all voted in favor to approve the final plat subject to ordinance require-
ments. R 80-42
D 80-46
BRITTANY 2ND AND 3RD ADDITIONS FINAL PLATS
The application by Tollefson Builders for final plat approval and for
Development Agreement approval for Brittany 2nd and 3rd Additions was next con-
sidered. Parranto moved, Egan seconded the motion, to approve the application
subject to approval by staff and all ordinance requirements. All voted yes.
R 80-43A
R 80-43B
D 80-47A
D 80-47B
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THOMAS LAKE HEIGHTS ADDITION FINAL PLAT
The application of Dunn & Curry Real Estate Management, Inc., for final plat
approval and Development Agreement approval was next considered by the Council.
Rod Hardy of Dunn & Curry was present and the City Attorney indicated a PUD
amendment had been prepared. Wachter moved, Parranto seconded the motion to ap-
prove the application for final plat approval and Development Agreement approval
together with an amendment to the Planned Unit Development Agreement subject to
staff approval and compliance with necessary ordinances. All voted yes.
R 80-44
MARI ACRES FINAL PLAT D 80-48
The application of Hillcrest Development for final plat approval and
Development Agreement covering Mari Acres on Cedar Avenue was next brought before
the Council. Mr. Ernie Christensen of Hillcrest Development was present. It
was noted that the preliminary plat had been approved by theCouncil in December
of 1979 and that it was proposed that a McDonald's Restaurant be located on a
platted lot within the subdivision. There were concerns by members of the
Council that the application had not conformed to the applicable ordinances
concerning the development of a plat consistently within the subdivision and as
outlined in the report of the City Planner in November of 1979. After discus-
sion, Parranto moved, Wachter seconded the motion, to approve the application
subject to ordinance compliance and approval by the staff. Those in favor were
Parranto and Wachter. Those against were Blomquist, Smith and Egan.
IMRE ADDITION FINAL PLAT
The staff presented the final plat of Imre Addition and recommended approval.
Wachter moved, Egan seconded the motion, all voted in favor subject to compliance
with all necessary City requirements and final staff approval. All voted in favor.
R 80-45
PROJECT #305 WESTCOTT ROAD EXTENSION AND WATER MAIN D 80-49
The City Engineer submitted a feasibility report covering Project #305
for trunk water main for the extension of Wescott Road from Denmark Avenue to
Lexington Avenue. Smith moved, Egan seconded the motion to accept the pre-
liminary report and schedule the public hearing for June 17, 1980 at 7 p.m. at
City Hall.
PROJECT #308 DUCKWOOD TRAIL UTILITY AND STREET IMPROVEMENTS
The feasibility report covering Project #308 consisting of the the Duckwood
Trail utility and street improvements was next submitted. Egan moved, Wachter
seconded the motion, all voted yes, to accept the preliminary report and schedule
a public hearing for June 17, 1980, at 7 p.m. at City Hall.
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IMPROVEMENT #80-14 RAHN ADDITION
It was noted that the final plat for Art Rahn Addition was approved May
6, 1980, and the plans and specifications for Improvement #80-14 were now sub-
mitted. Upon motion by Wachter, seconded Egan, it was RESOLVED to approve the
plans and specifications and order the advertisement for bids with the opening
scheduled for June 12, 1980, at 3 p.m. at the City Hall. All voted yes except
Parranto who abstained.
IMPROVEMENT #80-17 QUARRY LANE AND KRESTWOOD STREETS
The plans and specifications for Improvement #80-17 consisting of street
improvements for Quarry Lane and Krestwood were submitted by the City Engineer and
recommended for approval. Wachter moved, Parranto seconded the motion to approve
the plans and specifications and to authorize the Clerk to advertise for bids to
be opened on June 2, 1980 at 3 p.m. at City Hall. All voted yes except Egan who
voted nay.
PROJECT #80-5 FISH LAKE AND HEINE POND
On June 5, 1979, a public hearing was held and the storm sewer construction
for Heine Strasse around Heine Pond, Project #270, was approved. On August 7,
1979, a public hearing was held on the trunk storm sewer connection between Fish
Lake and Blackhawk Lake, Project #279, was approved. The plans and specifications
have been completed and are now ready to be advertised. Wachter moved, Parranto
seconded the motion to approve the plans and specifications for Project #80-5 and
to authorize the Clerk to advertise for bids in the legal newspaper for opening on
June 12, 1980, at 3 p.m. at the City Hall. All voted yes.
ONE-TON PARK MAINTENANCE VEHICLE
Mr. Colbert stated that bids have been advertised for a one-ton dump truck
and the only bid submitted was from Ridgedale Ford in the sum of $12,174 which
is 32% over the estimate in the 1980 budget. He recommended that the specifica-
tions be changed and new bids be solicited. Smith moved, Parranto seconded the
motion, to continue the consideration of the award of the bid for the one-ton
dump truck and that new quotes be solicited to be reviewed at a later meeting. All
voted yes.
TRAFFIC CONTROL SIGNS
It was recommended that stop signs be placed to provide proper right-of-way
controls on all four legged intersections and "T" intersections for residential
streets of 60 foot right-of-way that meet collector or arterial streets of 80 foot
to 100 foot right-of-way. Parranto moved, Smith seconded a motion to approve
the recommendation. All voted yes.
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BLACKHAWK PARK TRUNK SEWER EASEMENT PAYMENT
Councilmember Smith discussed with the Council the request of Dunn & Curry
Real Estate Management,Inc., for payment for the Fish Lake storm sewer trunk
running through the Blackhawk Park property from Fish Lake to Blackhawk Lake.
It was noted that the Council had denied the request at the previous Council meet-
ing. After additional discussion noting that the property was not ready for
development and that the general policy of the City is to pay owners where
property is not ready for development, Smith moved, Parranto seconded the motion
to reconsider the previous action of the Council concerning the request for pay-
ment. All voted in favor.
Smith then moved, Parranto seconded the motion, to authorize payment at the
normal rate offered by the City for payment for the storm sewer trunk permanent
easement noting also that the drainage area covered by the trunk was greater than
the drainage area within the Developer's property and authorization be given for
payment exclusive, however, of the pond which will be dedicated without cost to
the City. All members voted yea.
PARA-TRANSIT COMMITTEE
The City Administrator reviewed with the Council the recommended appointment
of two or three citizen representatives from the City to a Para-transit Committee
involving five area communities. The Administrator was requested to place a
notice in the local newspapers and report back to the Council.
EAGAN PARK DIRECTOR KEN VRAA
Mr. Hedges indicated that Ken Vraa has accepted the offer of the City to
become the City Park Director. Smith moved Wachter seconded the motion, to authorize
the execution of a contract according to the terms specified by the Council with
Mr. Vraa as the Eagan Park Director. All members voted yes.
STREET LIGHTS
It was recommended by the Public Works Director that ornamental lights be
installed on street intersections under 52 feet and the masthead lights be
installed at intersections on streets over 52 foot. Parranto moved, Blomquist
seconded the motion to clarify the policy regarding the street lights as recom-
mended by the Public Works Director and the recent street lights installed on
Wilderness Run Road be revised to install ornamental light fixtures. All voted
yes.
JOHNNY CAKE RIDGE ROAD
A petition from E. H. Willmus Properties for improvement of Johnny Cake
Ridge Road was next considered by the Council. It was recommended that a public
hearing be scheduled on the petition based upon the report that had been sub-
mitted to the City Council at an earlier time. Egan moved, Wachter seconded the
motion, to accept the petition of E. H. Willmus Properties for improvement of
Johnny Cake Ridge Road south of County Road #30 pursuant to the improvement project
feasibility report covering Improvement Project #298 and that the feasibility
report be approved and that a public hearing be scheduled for June 17, 1980 at
7 p.m. at City Hall. All voted yes.
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UTILITY EMPLOYEES
Tom Colbert recommended the City Council approve the hiring of two new
employees for the Utility Maintenance Department Wilson Marker and Robert
Kriha. Egan moved, Parranto seconded the motion, all voted in favor to approve
the recommendation.
VOUCHERS
Egan moved, Parranto seconded the motion, all voted in favor, to approve
the following vouchers: 998-1017, 10208-10294, 15385-15524.
ADJOURNMENT
Upon motion duly made and seconded the meeting adjourned at 12:35 a.m.
PHH
DATED: May 20, 1980
City Clerk