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10/06/1981 - City Council Regular Z,.9 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE EAGAN CITY COUNCIL EAGAN, MINNESOTA OCTOBER 6, 1981 A regular meeting of the Eagan City Council was held on Tuesday, October 6, 1981 at 6:00 p.m. at the Eagan City Hall. Present were Mayor Blomquist and Councilmembers Egan, and Smith. Councilman Wachter arrived later. Also pre- sent were City Engineer Rosene, Public Works Director Colbert, City Adminis- trator Hedges and City Attorney Hauge. MINUTES The following minutes were presented: August 13, 1981 Special Meeting, Smith moved, Egan seconded the motion to approve the Minutes. All voted yes. August 26, 1981 Special Meeting. Egan moved, Smith seconded the motion to approve the Minutes. All voted in favor. September 9, 1981 Special Meeting. Egan moved, Smith seconded the motion to approve the minutes. All members voted yea. September 15, 1981 Regular Meeting. Egan moved, Smith seconded the motion to approve the Minutes. All voted in favor. It was noted that all Motions were subject to review and correction by Councilman Wachter and Parranto. CIVIL DEFENSE WARNING SIRENS Doug Reid, the Eagan Civil Defense Director proposed four additional locations for civil defense sirens. Councilman Egan suggested that an infor- mational meeting be held at which time further consideration of the sites take place. Smith moved, Egan seconded the motion to authorize the purchase of four defense warning sirens conditioned, however, upon final selection of the specific locations. All voted yes. PARK AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT Park Director Ken Vraa was present. 1. Rahn Park Building Proposals had been received for the erection of the block wall on the Rahn Park shelter building with the low bidder being Rosemount Cement, Inc. Mr. Vraa recommended his approval. Upon motion by Smith, seconded Egan, it was resolved that the low bid of $2,425.00 submitted by Rosemount Cement, Inc. for the erection of the block wall be approved. All voted in favor. 2. Park Master Plan. Mr. Vraa reviewed with the Council his letter dated September 17, 1981 concerning the proposal of the Park and Recreation Committee that the Council approve the request for proposals from park plan- ners for the preparation of a Master Park Plan for the City covering approxi- mately the next 10 year period. Councilman Wachter arrived at the meeting at Council Minutes October 6, 1981 this point. Councilman Smith suggested that there be a two stage preliminary master plan with review by the Park Committee and Council as to whether to continue after the first stage has been completed. Mr. Vraa stated that certain elements of the plan could be eliminated and added at a later time. Councilman Egan stated the plan should provide for guidelines covering development of the park system. Mr. Vraa also stated that the park plan could include an insertion of new programs, parks, etc. at various stages. Council- man Wachter suggested that the park plan be used only as a guideline with a degree of flexibility and suggested that the Park Committee and staff prepare the general guidelines for the plan. Park Committee Chairman Roger Martin and Park Committee Member Sandra Masin were present and recommended that the Council proceed with the preparation of a Master Parks Plan. Councilman Smith also recommended that an intern be used to compile the information for the consulting planner in order to reduce costs. Smith moved, Wachter seconded the motion to authorize a request for proposals from park planners, but that the proposal include a multiple phasing in the planning process to be reviewed and that each phase be reviewed by the Park Committee and Council as it is completed; further, that staff members, including staff intern, be used in the planning procedures to keep costs at a reasonable level. All voted in favor. GALAXIE AVENUE ASSESSMENTS - DAKOTA COUNTY PARK City Administrator Tom Hedges explained that a meeting had been held between the City staff members and Dakota County Park staff persons to discuss the action of the City Council on September 15, 1981 to assess 100% of the residential equivalent along the Dakota County Park for Galaxie Avenue im- provements. A new recommendation was suggested by the staff to assess at a 50% equivalent with deferral of the balance of the assessments until such time as the parkland is used actively and developed by Dakota County. Mr. Hedges stated that he talked with Councilman Parranto who is out of town, about the proposal and he favored the suggested revision. Dakota County Park Director Chuck Lowry was present at the meeting. Wachter moved, Smith seconded a motion to rescind the action of the City Council on September 15, 1981 re- garding the assessment against Dakota County Park land and to revise the assessment to assess 50% of the residential equivalent on Galaxie Avenue and with 50% of the assessment to be deferred until such time as access is ac- quired from Galaxie Avenue to the Dakota County Park for active park land use, with the assessments then levied, at the then residential equivalent rates, for all of the balance of the 50% frontage. All members voted yea. CONSENT AGENDA The following consent agenda items were submitted by the staff and recom- mended for approval: 1. Wilderness Park 3rd Addition. The streets and utilities in Wilder- ness Park 3rd Addition have been installed and completed by the developer and it was recommended that the City approve and accept the streets and utilities for perpetual maintenance. 2 Council Minutes October 6, 1981 2. Beacon Hill Addition. It was noted that streets and utilities that service the model area of Centex Homes on Beacon Hill Court were installed privately by the developer and the staff is now recommending acceptance and approval of the improvements. 3. Storland Road. It was noted that Frontage Road A was recently designated as Slaters Road and it was recommended that the 66 foot easterly extension of Frontage Road A be designated at Storland Road. 4. Improvement 81-1 - Galaxie Avenue Relocation. The staff recommended that due to MnDOT's required relocation of Galaxie Avenue at the intersection of I-35E and Cliff Road. That the Cost Participation Agreement No. 60511 and resolution authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the Cost Participa- tion Agreement be approved by the Council. R 81-62 5. Improvement 81-1 - Galaxie Avenue. It was recommended that the City Council authorize advertisement for bids with opening for 10:30 a.m. on Mon- day, November 9, 1981 for Improvement 81-1 for construction of utilities within the proposed relocated Galaxie Avenue. R 81-63 6. Improvement 81-5. The contract with Barbarossa and Sons Inc. cove- ring Twin View Manor 2nd Addition and miscellaneous other projects was recom- mended for execution by the appropriate officials. 7. Improvement 81-10. It was recommended that the contract with Pine Bend Paving Company covering miscellaneous street projects be authorized for execution by the appropriate city officials. 8. DCR Company Bond Register. An agreement from American National Bank authorizing the Mayor and City clerk covering DCR Company Bond Register was recommended for approval by the staff. 9. Improvement Project 301A - Ches Mar East 3rd Addition. The staff recommended to the Council that the assessment roll covering Ches Mar 3rd Addition Trunk Water improvements be approved and that the hearing on the assessments be scheduled for November 4, 1981 at 7:00 p.m. at City Hall. 10. Mari Acres 2nd Addition. The installation of all utilities and streets in Mari Acres 2nd Addition has been completed and it was recommended that the streets and utilities installed within the 2nd Addition be approved for perpetual maintenance. 11. Improvement Project 350 - Oster Addition. The City received a Petition from the developers of the proposed Oster Addition and it was recom- mended that the Petition be received and the City Engineer be directed to prepare a feasibility report for Improvement Project 350. 12. Improvement 81-1 - Consulting Engineering Agreement. It was recom- mended that the Consulting Engineering Service Agreement for satisfying the Federal Highway Administration requirements regarding the supplement to MnDOT's Agreement 60511 relative to Galaxie Avenue be approved. 3 Council Minutes October 6, 1981 Upon motion by Wachter, seconded Smith, it was resolved that the fore- going Consent Agenda items as recommended, all be approved. All voted in favor. IMPROVEMENT PROJECT 317 - SHIELDS - SANITARY SEWER IMPROVEMENTS Mayor Blomquist convened a public hearing regarding sanitary sewer im- provements to the Martin Shields' property at the Southwest corner of Pilot Knob Road and Lone Oak Road. Mr. Colbert and Mr. Rosene reviewed the project with the Council and noted that a Waiver of Hearing had been signed by Mr. and Mrs. Shields who are the sole owners affected by the improvement. There was discussion concerning the proposed assessments requested by the Shields pro- viding for about two-thirds of the assessments to be levied on the East side of Pilot Knob Road noting the property is now green acred. The principal reason for the project at the present time is to serve a proposed development on the West side of Pilot Knob Road. Mr. Shields was present and had ques- tions concerning the assessments and it was noted that in the event that the Shields' property is divided into residential lots on the north side of Tower View Drive, that the lots would be served from Tower View Drive if the lots face to the South, but if they face to the North, they would be served from a sanitary sewer line to the North and assessed on that basis. Future laterals will be required to serve the internal lots on the east side of Pilot Knob Road, as well as on the West side. Wachter moved to close the hearing and order in the improvement. There was no second and the motion died. Smith then moved and Egan seconded the motion to continue the hearing until the next regular meeting to allow the staff additional time to review the proposed assessments and further, that an agreement be executed between the Shields and the City covering the proposed current split based on benefit and further recognizing that future assessments will be levied for lateral sanitary sewer purposes to serve the additional area on the east side of Pilot Knob Road. All voted in favor. Mayor Blomquist and Tom Colbert were excused to attend a Minnesota House Subcommittee on Transportation Safety in Apple Valley. Vice Mayor James Smith chaired the meeting. AL BUBASH - 2110 JADE STREET VARIANCE Mr. Al Bubash appeared on behalf of his application for variance from 13 foot setback to construct a garage at 2140 Jade Street. It was noted the variance is being processed directly by the City Council without hearing by the Planning Commission due to the ending of the construction season. The City Building Inspector requested that Mr. Bubash make the application because the garage was within the 30 foot setback and he is requesting a 13 foot variance. Mr. Bubash received signatures of consent from all but one owner within 200 feet of his property, but there were no objectors present at the meeting. He stated that the concrete base for the garage has been poured and after considerable discussion, Egan moved, Smith seconded the motion to ap- prove the variance based upon hardship due to the fact that the concrete has already been laid, the staff has been involved and also, there is no adverse circumstances created by the variance; further, that the sole objection was on the basis of possible private restrictions and that there is no precedent 4 Council Minutes October 6, 1981 being set as to the procedure of bringing the variance directly to the Coun- cil; further, that in effect a public hearing has been held because notice had been given to all affected property owners. Smith seconded that motion and all voted in favor. R 81-64 1982 BUDGET - LEVY CERTIFICATION City Administrator Tom Hedges reviewed with the Council and the members of the audience the proposed general fund budget being presented for 1982 in the sum of $3,287,130.00. Several revisions have taken place recently and the mill rate for the budget will be 17.826 mills with .2246 budgeted as a contin- gency for the fund balance. It was noted that there has been a substantial increase in the assessed valuation during the past year and the increase in the mill rate is only 0.5 mills with the same level of service provided as well as increased service in certain departments. Special levies for the general fund total $498,091.00. There were no comments from the audience and Wachter moved, Egan seconded the motion to approve the tax levy payable in 1982 to be certified to the Dakota County Auditor and to approve the 1982 General Fund Budget as proposed. All voted in favor. R 81-65 JAMES THOMPSON - CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT The application of James Thompson for conditional use permit to store commercial vehicles in an agricultural district at 4875 Dodd Road was next considered. Mr. Thompson was present and explained the proposal. The APC recommended approval subject to certain conditions. After discussion, Wachter moved, Egan seconded the motion to approve the application subject to the following conditions: 1. Mr. Thompson shall only be allowed to store 5 refuse trucks on his property and if Mr. Thompson increases or expands the number of trucks, he will first have to obtain approval from the City of Eagan. 2. All trucks in Mr. Thompson's business shall be licensed for the current year. 3. The conditional use permit shasll be reviewed annually and if the City has not received any complaint about the operation of the business, the conditional use permit shall be granted for an additional lyear. All voted yes. AMERICAN FRUIT AND PRODUCE COMPANY VARIANCE Mr. Margolis and other representatives of American Fruit and Produce Company appeared on behalf of its application for variance from parking re- quirements at its location on Eagandale Industrial Blvd. The Advisory Plan- ning Commission recommended approval subject to conditions. Mr. Margolis stated that steps had been taken to resolve the on-street parking objections and Councilmember Egan stated that truck parking on Avalon and Eagandale Blvd. has taken place on a repeated basis in recent months. It was noted there 5 034 Council Minutes October 6, 1981 would be 174 maximum employees at one time with 192 stalls at present with proposal of 224 parking spaces. Councilmember Egan stated the Council will review the on-street parking from time to time and then moved and Wachter seconded the motion to approve the application subject to the following condi- tions: 1. The proposed site plan shows 9 x 10 dimensions for parking stalls. The applicant shall provide 10 x 20 parking stalls for the newly created spaces. 2. If there is a large increase of personnel for American Fruit and Produce Co., they shall provide the additional parking spaces as requested by the City. All voted in favor. WINDCREST 2ND AND WINDTREE 2ND ADDITIONS The applications for final plat approval of Windcreat 2nd Addition and Windtree 2nd Addition have both been submitted to the City and it was recom- mended that they be approved subject to completion of the development agree- ments for each. Wachter moved, Egan seconded the motion to approve the appli- cations for final plat approval for both plats contingent upon completion and execution of appropriate development agreements and compliance with all neces- sary city requirements, including ordinances. All voted yes. R 81-66 D 81-49 R 81-67 CINNAMON RIDGE 2ND ADDITION FINAL PLAT D 81-50 The application for final plat approval of Cinnamon Ridge 2nd Addition was submitted by Zachman Homes. Steve Ryan of Zachman Homes was present and explained that about 4 lots, Lots 5 and 6, and Lots 10 and 11, Block 1, will be undersized and there was considerable discussion that there was no variance that was requested in the original PUD. Mr. Ryan explained that the reason is to meet the setback requirements and that the lots would not be marketable if the lot sizes were revised to exceed the 7,000 square feet each. In addition, changing the size would require filling ponding for construction purposes and would disrupt more trees. If the private driveways are included, then the lots would be on the average in excess of 10,000 square feet per lot. Egan moved, Wachter seconded the motion to approve the plat, subject however, to all requirements being met, including review of the variances by the staff to determine whether there are any problems created by the lower lot sizes and in addition, compliance with all other city regulations. All voted yes. R 81-68 D 81-51 CEDARVALE SHOPPING CENTER SIGN PERMIT The application of the owners of the Cedarvale Shopping Center for a 45 foot pylon sign with a maximum 228 square feet, was next considered. Mr. Dave Brown representing the management appeared. It was noted that under Section 1606 of the Sign Ordinance, the City Council could determine the maximum size after reviewing certain factors for shopping center pylon signs. New owners acquired Cedarvale in January of 1981 and expect to make improvements to the 6 Council Minutes October 6, 1981 building of about $250,000.00. Staff members requested that the private access drives be reviewed for maintenance purposes, noting some are in dis- repair. Smith moved, Wachter seconded the motion to approve the application noting the nature of the shopping center, its importance to the Eagan com- munity, and because the freeway structure in the area has been changed. All voted in favor. Mayor Blomquist had indicated prior to the meeting that she favored the application. UNIVAC SEMI CONDUCTOR VARIANCE An application of Sperry Univac for a variance under Ordinance 17 to extend hours of operation by the M. A. Mortenson Company, general contractor, for the semi conductor facility was next presented. A request was made that the hours for construction until December 31 be extended from 7:00 P.M. to 10:00 p.m. Representatives of M. A. Mortenson and Univac were present stating that the strikes during 1981 have caused construction to be behind schedule, thus the reason for the request. Several neighboring property owners were present and stated that if the hours are increased, that there would be severe hardship to the residents in homes in Timberline, north of the construction site. Mr. Bill Cox of M. A. Mortenson stated that there would be no concrete trucks during the extended hours and that there would be two work shifts. Some neighbors objected to the noise and lights of the vehicles at night. Councilman Smith suggested screening or berming to diminish the light and sound problems and further that there be no concrete trucks after 7:00 P.M. Wachter moved, Egan seconded the motion to authorize the variance to extend until 10:00 p.m. for 30 days with the undnerstanding that the variance will be reviewed at the next regular meeting, that the applicant consider the possi- bility of two seven hour shifts, that screening or berming be installed to diminish the light and sound problems, that no concrete trucks will be allowed after 7:00 p.m. and further, that in the event that there are any problems that develop, the Council may terminate the variance permit at any time. All voted in favor. PDQ AMUSEMENT DEVICE PERMIT An application of PDQ Food Stores for one amusement device at each of the PDQ locations in Silver Bell Shopping Center and Hilltop Plaza was considered next. There was no appearance and council members indicated they did not feel it was appropriate to have such devices in small grocery stores with little supervision. Wachter moved, Egan seconded the motion to deny the application for the above reasons. All voted in favor. ELECTION JUDGES The schedule of election judges for the November 3, 1981 Municipal Elec- tion were submitted according to a copy attached to these Minutes. Smith moved, Wachter seconded a motion to approve the election judges for the City election. All voted yes. 7 Council Minutes October 6, 1981 PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENTS - ANNUAL REVIEW Mr. Hedges stated that a joint meeting was held with the Advisory Plan- ning Commission and City Council on September 29, 1981 at which time 26 Planned Unit Developments were reviewed and planned developments in the City reviewed in detail. The Advisory Planning Commission made recommendations as to each of the planned unit developments. Upon motion by Smith, seconded Egan, all voted in favor to approve the recommendations of the Advisory Plan- ning Commission subject to all of the conditions that were outlined in the Joint Planning Commission-Council Minutes of September 29, 1981. All voted yes. CABLE T.V. - MUNICIPAL OWNERSHIP A proposed resolution was submitted for the potential ownership for the City of Eagan of Cable T. V. facilities. Noting that Senate Bill 898 has been introduced into the United States Senate which would restrict or regulate municipal ownership, it was felt appropriate to adopt such a resolution. Wachter moved, Egan seconded the motion to approve the resolution as submitted as revised. All councilmembers voted aye. R 81-61 ADVISORY PARK & RECREATION COMMITTEE APPOINTMENT It was noted that Dick Pettit had resigned from the Park and Recreation Committee and the only applicant for the position was Donn Schumaker. Upon motion by Wachter, seconded Egan, it was resolved that Donn Schumaker be appointed to fill the term of the resigning member, Dick Pettit. All voted in favor. ADVISORY PLANNING COMMISSION APPOINTMENT It was noted that Bob Haywood had resigned as the alternate member of the Advisory Planning Comission and 5 persons have submitted their requests to fill the vacancy, including Louis W. Frillman, Michele Ekblad-Frank, Richard A. Bertz, Ronald R. Voracek and Dale Vogt. Egan moved, Wachter seconded the motion to continue consideration of the appointment until the next regular meeting. All voted yes. PUBLIC WORKS EQUIPMENT Plans and specifications for a 50KVA Generator was submitted and it was recommended that the Council authorize the advertisement for bids with bid opening for 10:30 a.m. on November 5, 1981 at City Hall. Wachter moved, Egan seconded the motion to accept and implement the recommenation. All voted in favor. 8 Council Minutes October 6, 1981 IMPROVEMENT 81-13 - WINDCREST 2ND ADDITION & WINDTREE 2ND ADDITION Plans and specifications for Improvement 81-13 consisting of street and utility improvements for Windcrest 2nd Addition and Windtree 2nd Addition were submitted and recommended for approval. The plans were reviewed by the Con- sulting Engineer Bob Rosene and it was noted that a pond easement in Windcrest Addition should be acquired and in addition, an easement for storm sewer line to the pond. Egan moved, Wachter seconded the motion to approve the plans and specifications and authorize the advertisement for bids with an opening sche- duled for 9:30 a.m. on October 29, 1981; further, however, that the developer dedicate a ponding easement as required in Windcrest 2nd Addition and an easement for storm sewer line. All voted in favor. PILOT KNOB SHOPPING CENTER - TAX EXEMPT FINANCING A request from Mr. Ronald Krank, one of the developers of the proposed Pilot Knob Shopping Center for approval of a one year extension for tax exempt financing status was discussed. It was noted that the tax exempt approval continues for 15 months from the date of the original approval and therefore, council members suggested that it was premature to consider an extension of time. IMPROVEMENT 81-12 Upon motion by Wachter, seconded Egan, it was resolved that the plans and specifications for Improvement 81-12 consisting of storm sewer outlet from O'Leary Lake be approved and that the Clerk be authorized to advertise for bids to be opened ast 10:30 a.m. on October 29, 1981 at the City Hall. All voted yes. IMPROVEMENT PROJECT 2614 - TWIN VIEW MANOR ASSESSMENTS A request was received from Mr. and Mrs. Frank Lehmann whose address is on Pilot Knob Road, south of Twin View Manor, that their property be exempted from lateral and trunk assessments for installation of utilities in the Twin View Manor area. It was noted that the Lehmann property was intended to be assessed from the time of the original hearing, but Egan moved and Smith seconded the motion to continue consideration of the request of the Lehmanns until the next regular meeting until Mr. Colbert reviews the issue with Mr. and Mrs. Lehmann. All voted in favor. At this time, Mayor Blomquist and Public Works Director Colbert returned from the Minnesota House Transportation Sub-Committee Meeting in Apple Valley. CONSENT AGENDA 1. Improvement Project 349 - Robins Addition. A Petition has been received from R.E.S. Investment Company and the 494 Investment Company for the installation of streets and utilities within the proposed relocation of Blue Gentian Road being performed by MnDot as part of the I-494 freeway construc- tion adjacent to and west of trunk Highway 149. The City staff has had preliminary meetings with MnDot and the petitioners concerning a cooperative agreement regarding the construction of relocated Blue Gentian Road. It was 9 Council Minutes October 6, 1981 recommended that the council accept the Petition and order a feasibility report with the understanding that the applicants will guaranty the costs of the study. 2. Improvement 81-5 - Change Order No. 1 Twin View Manor Second Addi- tion. It was recommended that the Council approve Change Order No. 1 to Improvement 81-5 in the amount of $4,315.00 covering restoration of Cliff Road, adjacent to Twin View Manor 2nd Addition. 3. MTC Permanent Cost Participation Agreement. The Cost Participation Agreement with Metropolitan Transit Commission No. 81-82-62 Q for bus shelter installation at Valley View Apartment site on Rahn Road was recommended for approval. It was recommended by the Council that the ridership figures be reviewed, however, for the specific location. Smith moved, Egan seconded the motion to approve the foregoing agenda items and order their implementation. All voted yes. CITY CENTER SITE RESOLUTION A proposed resolution prepared by City Attorney Paul Hauge providing for the City accepting the donation of fill material from M. J. Ryan Excavating Contractor for the fill material placed on the Eagan Center site from the Dakota County Library facility equivalent to $57,774.00 donation was recom- mended for approval. Upon motion by Wachter, Seconded Egan, it was resolved that the resolution be adopted. All voted in favor. R 81-69 R. L. JOHNSON ASSESSMENT HEARING - PROJECT 2417 City Attorney Paul Hauge recommended to the Council that the Council rescind its action of September 15, 1981 adopting the assessment roll for the R. L. Johnson property. The R. L. Johnson Company has appealed the assessment adopted on September 15, covering Improvement Project 247 consisting of the Alexander Road Improvement and it was recommended that the Council rescind its action and reassess the property. Egan moved, Wachter seconded the motion to reconsider the action of the City Council on September 15, 1981 adopting the assessment roll covering the R. L. Johnson property under Improvement Project 247. All voted in favor. Smith then moved, Egan seconded the motion to schedule a hearing on the assessment roll for Improvement Project 247 for the R. L. Johnson property to be scheduled on November 4, 1981 at 7:00 p.m. at the City Hall. All voted yes. RESCHEDULED REGULAR MEETING Noting that election day falls on Tuesday, November 3, 1981, upon motion by Smith, seconded Wachter, it was resolved that the regular meeting of the City Council be rescheduled to Wednesday evening, November 4, 1981 at 6:30 p.m. at the City Hall. All voted yea. 10 ~ ar Council Minutes October 6, 1981 THOMAS LAKE TRUNK STORM SEWER APPEAL Paul Hauge reviewed with the Council the decision of District Judge Martin Mansur ordering the City Council to hold a reassessment hearing on 87 parcels of property that appealed the trunk storm sewer improvements in Carlson Lake-Thomas Lake area in 1980. It was recommended that Council re- assess the property and authorize the hiring of an appraiser to determine benefits to the 87 parcels. Wachter moved, Egan seconded the motion to accept the recommendation to schedule a public hearing on the assessments for 7:00 p.m. at City Hall on December 1, 1981 and further, to authorize the hiring of an appraiser to determine benefit to the property. All voted in favor. MECHANICAL INSPECTOR City Building Inspector Dale Peterson recommended that an additional $4,000.00 be budgeted for mechanical inspection due to the additional three large building projects in the City consisting of the Dakota County Library, Sperry-Univac and CocaCola buildings. Smith moved, Wachter seconded the motion to authorize the funding to provide for an increase in hours as re- quested but with the understanding that it would be only temporary. All voted yes. COMMERCIAL BUILDING HEIGHT RESTRICTIONS It was recommended by the Aavisory Planning Commission that the City Council appoint a committee to consider the revision to height restrictions regulated under Ordinance No. 52 which would provide for three or more stories for commercial buildings. The Administrator was requested to return to the Council at the next regular meeting with recommendations as to persons and representatives for the committee. CLERICAL UNION CONTRACT City Administrator Tom Hedges reviewed with the council the status of negotiations with the clerical union representing the clerical unit. Smith moved, Egan seconded the motion to submit the proposal as outlined by the City Administrator to the union representing the clerical workers. All voted yes. SCHOOL FACILITIES STUDY COMMITTEE Upon motion by Egan, seconded Wachter, it was resolved that Dale Runkle be appointed as Eagan's representative to the School Facilities Study Commit- tee. All voted in favor. TAX EXEMPT MORTGAGE FINANCING Mr. Hedges discussed with the Council his request of Miller and Schroeder Municipals to determine whether an additional $10 million tax-exempt mortgage financing could be issued by the City for financing of houses. Preliminary 11 Council Minutes October 6, 1981 interpretation from Dick Lincoln of Miller and Schroeder is that it would not be permissable for the City to advertise and sell addidtional tax-exempt financing under the former program, but Mr. Hedges will review the matter in greater depth. CAPITAL FOR A DAY Mayor Blomquist stated that November 9, 1981 has been selected as Capital for a Day in the Northern Dakota County and Governor Quie will be visiting and meeting with citizens and officials in the Burnsville-Eagan area on that day. CHECKLIST Egan moved, Wachter seconded the motion to approve the checklist dated: 8-31, 9-30 and 10-6. All voted in favor. ADJOURNMENT Upon motion duly made, and seconded the meeting adjourned at 10:30 p.m. PHH Gv - 1P, City rk 12