06/19/1984 - City Council Regular
MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE EAGAN CITY COUNCIL
EAGAN, MINNESOTA
JUNE 19, 1984
A regular meeting of the Eagan City Council was held on Tuesday, June 19,
1984 at 6:30 p.m. at the Eagan Municipal Center. Present were Mayor Blomquist
and City Councilmembers Smith, Wachter and Thomas. Absent was Councilmember
Egan who was excused. Also present were City Administrator Hedges, Public
Works Director Colbert, City Planner Runkle, Consulting Engineer Rosene and
City Attorney Hauge.
AGENDA
Thomas moved, Wachter seconded the motion to approve the Agenda as pre-
pared. All voted yea.
MINUTES
March 27, 1984 - Special Meeting. Smith moved, Thomas seconded the
motion to approve the minutes. All votd in favor.
June 5, 1984 _ Regular Meeting. Thomas moved, Smith seconded the motion
to approve the minutes as prepared. All voted yes.
PAM & RECREATION DEPARTMENT
City Administrator Thomas Hedges reviewed with the Council alternatives
that have been discussed regarding staffing relative to the development
projects that will be approved as a part of the overall Park Bond Referendum.
The alternatives were included in the report submitted by Ken Vraa, the Park
Director, and a rough draft of the position description with three alternates
included an outside consulting firm, an internal landscape architect and
project manager. Ken Vraa was also present and discussed the alternates and
answered Councilmember's questions. The Advisory Parks and Recreation Commis-
sion recommended the internal landscape architect with some consulting ser-
vices for specific projects. Councilman Wachter commented about the use of
an ouside consultant versus an employee and the potential for the employee
continuing employment after completion of the projects. Mr. Vraa stated that
the consulting engineers would be utilized for specific technical work and
also recommended one or two persons for internal landscape architect purposes
on a limited time basis with a maximum term for the project. Councilman Smith
moved, Thomas seconded the motion to approve the alternative and provide the
necessary staffing to implement development work as a part of the Park Refer-
endum Bond Issue, utilizing internal landscape architects and authorize the
staff to proceed to advertise for the position. All voted in favor.
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CONSENT AGENDA
The following consent agenda items were presented and recommended for
approval:
1. Contractors' Licenses. A schedule of licenses for contractors for
heating and ventilating, general contractors and plumbing contractors was
submitted and recommended that it be approved.
2. Fourth of July Association - Non-Intoxicating Liquor License. An
application was submitted by the Fourth of July Association for a non-intoxi-
cating malt liquor license for the Eagan 4th of July celebration, July 1
through July 4 and it was recommended that it be approved.
3. Personnel Items. The following persons were recommended to be hired
as temporary full-time employees during the summer months of 1984: James L.
Hatterman - Utility Maintenance; John Ojala - Street Maintenance; John Strand
- Street Maintenance; Richard Ohland - Street Maintenance; Vie Rolfing -
Street Maintenance; Richard.Robohm - Utility Maintenance.
4. Lexington Place 2nd Addition - Final Plat. The application for
final plat approval of Lexington Place 2nd Addition by U. S. Homes Corporation
consisting of the replat of Lot 1, Block 3, Lexington Place 1st Addition, was
submitted and recommended to be approved. R 84-34.13
5. Lexington Place South - Final Plat. The next application for final
plat approval was also submitted by U. S. Homes Corporation covering Lexington
Place South Addition. The staff reviewed the application and recommended
approval, subject to compliance with all City requirements. R 84-34.14
6. Brittany 7th Addition - Project #409. A feasibility report has been
received covering Brittany 7th Addition streets and utilities and it was
recommended that the report be received and that a public hearing be scheduled
for July 17, 1984 at 7:00 p.m. at the City Hall.
7. Patrick Eagan Park - Birch Park Addition - Project #411 - Storm
Sewer. The city council has authorized the preparation of a feasibility
report for Project #411 consisting of storm sewer trunk improvements in the
Patrick Eagan Park-Birch Park Addition in the McCarthy area. The feasibility
report has been completed and it was recommended that the report be accepted
and that the public hearing be scheduled for July 17, 1984 at 7:00 p.m. at the
Eagan Municipal Center.
8. Cedar Cliff Commercial Park - Project #415. A petition has been
received requesting a feasibility report by Federal Land Company and Durnflan,
Inc. for the installation of streets and utilities for the internal public
roads to service the proposed Cedar Cliff Commercial Park. It was recommended
the petition be received and that the feasibility report be authorized for
Project #415.
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Thomas moved, Wachter seconded the motion to approve the foregoing con-
sent agenda items and authorize their implementation and execution of the
necessary documents. All voted in favor.
JULY 4th ASSOCIATION CONTRIBUTION
The Council has received a request from the 4th of July Association for
contribution to the July 4 festivities and Councilman Wachter suggested in-
creasing the amount from $500.00 to $600.00. Wachter moved, Smith seconded
the motion to authorize the sum of $600.00 be appropriated to the 4th of July
Association for the Eagan 4th of July celebration in 1984. All voted yes.
HACKMORE DRIVE - PROJECT #406 - FEASIBILITY REPORT
A petition, received from Gary King of 790 Hackmore Drive requesting the
preparation of a feasibility report for the installation of streets and
utiliies within Hackmore Drive, was brought before the Council. It was noted
that Minnesota Statutes require that the project is ordered in by a 4/5th vote
of the Council where the Petitioners represent less than 35% of the frontage
proposed to be assessed. It was noted that Mr. King does not control 35% of
the total frontage on Hackmore Drive. Councilman Wachter stated he was
opposed to the project because of objections to the project. Smith moved,
Thomas seconded the motion to receive the feasibility report and authorize the
public hearing to be scheduled on July 17, 1984 at 7:00 p.m. at the Municipal
Center. Those in favor were Smith, Thomas and Blomquist; Wachter voted no.
YANKEE DOODLE RESERVOIR - REPAINTING - CONTRACT #84-4
A proposed Change Order with the addition in Part A of $400.00 and deduct
under Part B of $3,600.00 regarding painting on the Yankee Doodle Reservoir
was submitted to the Council. It was recommended the Change Order covering
Parts 1 and 2 be approved with the total deduct of $3,200.00. Wachter moved,
Smith seconded the motion to approve the Change Order covering Parts 1 and 2
with the total deduct of $3,200.00. All voted in favor.
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SILVER BELL ROAD - PROJECT #399
Mayor Bea Blomquist convened the public hearing concerning street repair
and upgrading for Project #399 consisting of Silver Bell Road. Tom Colbert,
the Public Works Director detailed the feasibility report and noted that the
proposal is to combine overlay with various sub-grade correction and surface
repair. He also reviewed the proposed assessments, including the multiple
family projects along Silver Bell Road and the method proposed for the assess-
ment. He stated that the third and final phase has yet to be constructed for
the community collector street to bring it up to 9 ton status. Assessments
for the multiple units are from $62.00 to $328.00 per unit. There were
questions about the repair work and the assessments and noting no objections,
after discussion, Smith moved, Wachter seconded the motion to close the public
hearing, to approve Project #399 and to authorize the preparation of detailed
plans and specifications. All voted in favor.
WOODRIDGE PROPERTIES - MULTI-FAMILY HOUSING PROJECT
The Mayor convened the public hearing regarding the application which has
been received from Woodridge Limited Partnership for approval of $9,500,000.00
in multi-family housing revenue bonds for the construction of 210 units of
rental housing located at the southwest corner of the intersection of Letendre
Street and Coachman Road. The City would be a facilitator for the type of
bonding program allowing tax-exempt status and Mr. Hedges outlined the propo-
sal by the applicants. Marcia Cohodes from Miller & Schroeder was present and
explained that Miller & Schroeder will purchase the bonds from the City. She
noted that the interest rate is 9 3/4% plus the credit enhancement charged by
Fanny Mae at 3/4%. Steve Wilson of Brutger Companies of St. Cloud, the
developer, was present and stated that 6 to 8 handicapped units will be
included. There was discussion also about the proposal for tax increment
financing which Mr. Wilson stated is a possibility, but no application has
been submitted. The proposal would not include land write downs. After
review, Wachter moved, Thomas seconded the motion to close the hearing and
approve the application providing for $9,500,000.00 of multi-family revenue
housing bonds. All voted in favor.
CINNAMON RIDGE - MULTI-FAMILY HOUSING BONDS
The next public hearing convened by the Mayor concerned the application
of Cinnamon Ridge Limited Partnership for the approval of multi-family housing
revenue bonds in the amount of $12,500,000.00 for the proposed Cinnamon Ridge
Apartment project north of Cliff Road. Mr. Hedges stated that a question was
raised by the Can-American Group seeking the bonds as to whether a different
bond firm could be used to underwrite the issue. The Finance Committee met on
Tuesday, June 12, 1984 and it was learned that Can-American Group intends now
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to use Miller & Schroeder Municipals, Inc. to underwrite the housing revenue
bond issue. Can-American also intends to request tax increment revenue finan-
cing to assist in the total package, and it was noted that the tax increment
revenue financing differs from the tax increment general obligation bonds
previously utilized by the City with the proposed race facility. Complete
documentation has not been prepared for the industrial revenue multi-family
housing. A TIF revenue bond application is anticipated and therefore it was
recommended that the hearing be continued until July 2, 1984. Representatives
of Can-American Group were present. Smith moved, Wachter seconded the motion
to continue further action on the application until July 2, 1984. All voted
yes.
SPERRY SEMICONDUCTOR PLANT - NOISE COMPLAINTS
The next issue to be brought before the Council dealt with the Timberline
Civic Association request to review the level of noise emissions at the Sperry
Semiconductor plant. Tom Hedges explained that on May 1, 1984 the City
Council discussed the issue with representatives of Sperry and neighboring
property owners and asked that Sperry submit a detailed analysis of the noise
problem at the plant. A meeting was held between Sperry representatives and
property owners, including certain representatives of the City on May 16, at
which time Dr. Richard VanDoern was present, as was Dave Kelso from the MPCA.
Ed Michaud from Sperry presented the report dated June 15, 1984 in which
Sperry reviewed the study of Dr. VanDoern, including the determination of the
sound levels from Sperry, monitoring of the rooftop sound levels, the determi-
nation of the individual sound sources and an analysis and recommendation to
Sperry regarding sound reduction alternatives. Included in the report was a
noise abatement time schedule indicating that all proposed revisions, includ-
ing the sound barrier wall, the scrubber stack attenuator and secondary source
reductions would be completed approximately by the end of October, 1984. He
stated that an attempt will be made to move the process along as quickly as
possible. Dave Kelso of the MPCA was present and read the report and stated
he had no further information but had only limited background because Dr.
VanDoern's actual report to Sperry was not disclosed to the City.
John Gustin of the Timberline Association stated that neither the City
nor the residents have substantive information to review and that he suspected
that Sperry was not implementing all of the recommendations of Dr. VanDoern.
Several other representatives of Sperry were present, including Dr. VanDoern.
Councilman Smith stated he was concerned about the time frames and Mr. Michaud
said that Sperry will pursue the issue to a point where it is not bothersome
to the neighbors. Dr. VanDoern stated he could not answer precisely whether
the proposals will resolve the problem, but there should be a substantial
reduction in the noise emanating from the plant. A question was asked by Tom
Nikolai whether Sperry would compensate the neighbors for their losses and Mr.
Michaud stated that he could not answer at this time. Monitoring of noise
levels will continue, according to Mr. Michaud, and they will give updated
reports to the City periodically.
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PHEASANT KNOLL TOWNHOMES - PRELIMINARY PLAT
The application of Dunn Real Estate Management, Inc. for preliminary plat
of Pheasant Knoll Townhomes was then brought before the Council. Mr. Hedges
and Mr. Runkle detailed the application to the Council and indicated that 14
units will have access directly from County Road #30. Mr. Runkle noted that
the building coverage is 23% and therefore would require a 3% variance in
excess of the standard allowable coverage, according to the ordinance. He
described the access to Diffley Road and stated that the north-south internal
private street has been redesigned, moving it 30 feet to the west. The
private drive from the public access street leading to the park will be
maintained by the Homeowners Association in the winter, and a homeowners
association restriction should include such a provision. The new access from
Diffley Road has been recommended by the Advisory Park and Recreation Commit-
tee but has not been reviewed by the Advisory Planning Commission.
A number of neighboring property owners were present objecting to certain
aspects of the proposal. The nearest house from the edge of the water is 60
to 70 feet, according to Mr. Boshart, a representative of the applicant. He
also stated that an envirofence to prevent erosion will be constructed and
that hay bales will also be used. Councilman Smith recommended a stubbed
street be provided to the triangular parcel to the west but Mr. Colbert stated
that the internal private streets would not be conducive to a stubbed street
to the west. Several neighbors asked whether all trees will be retained, and
Mr. Boshart stated that all significant trees along the slope will be saved.
There were objections to the amount of expected traffic, and it appeared that
a number of trees would be removed. Mayor Blomquist explained that the zoning
was in existence and one neighbor indicated that information given by the City
was not accurate as to the actual zoning. The builder will be Dunn Real
Estate Management, Inc., according to Mr. Boshart.
Smith moved, Wachter seconded the motion to approve the application for
preliminary plat approval of Pheasant Knoll Addition, subject to the following
conditions:
1. The developer will work with the staff and Dan Dolan to develop a
stub access to the west for street purposes.
2. A proposed plan for the removal of trees from the site will be
submitted to the staff for approval prior to removal of any trees.
3. A development agreement shall be required and signed prior to the
construction of any of the dwelling units.
4. A detailed grading, drainage and erosion control plan shall be
submitted and approved by City Staff prior to final plat approval.
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5. The Homeowners Association articles, by-laws and restrictions shall
be submitted to the City for review prior to the final plat application. A
variance from the 20% lot coverage shall be granted in order to allow the
double car garage per dwelling unit.
6. The applicant shall dedicate adequate rights-of-way for Thomas Lake
Road and Diffley Road (County Road 30) and also provide all easements as
requested by City staff.
7. A detailed landscape plan shall be submitted and an adequate land-
scape bond shall be required and not released until one year after the land-
scaping has been completed.
8. The Park Committee shall review this proposed cul-de-sac street and
determine how this proposed development would fit into the overall Park Master
Plan for Heine Lake Park.
9. The Dakota County Plat Commission shall review and comment upon the
application.
10. No internal drainage from streets and parking lots will be allowed
to be diverted into Heine Pond.
11. No watermain should be looped through this site as referenced in the
Engineering Report.
12. Sewer, water and storm sewer stubs to the west property line of this
development shall be installed.
13. The private street from Thomas Lake Road to where it branches shall
be a minimum of 36 feet wide.
14. The remaining interior private street shall be a minimum of 20 feet
wide.
15. All private streets shall be constructed to City standards with
concrete curb and gutter.
16. If required by the Park Commission, an 8 foot trailway will be
required from Thomas Lake Road to the proposed cul-de-sac street.
17. A 55 foot half right-of-way shall be dedicated for County Road 30.
18. A full 50 foot right-of-way shall be dedicated for the radius of 55
feet.
19. Easements of sufficient width shall be dedicated over all City
maintained utilities.
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20. A 10 foot trailway easement shall be dedicated adjacent County Road
30 and over the internal trailway if it is required.
21. Additional easements shall be dedicated as referenced in the
Engineering Report and required by staff.
22. This development shall be responsible for the lateral benefit
assessment from trunk watermain at the rate in effect at the time of final
plat approval.
23. This development shall be responsible for a multiple equivalent
street assessment at the rate in effect at the time of final plat approval for
County Road 30 upgrading.
24. All costs for internal streets and utilities, including the cul-de-
sac street, will be the sole responsibility of this development.
25. The cul-de-sac access to Diffley Road shall be reviewed by the
Dakota County Highway Department.
26. The parkland credit, upon verification, shall be credited to the
Blackhawk Park P.U.D. Shortages of parkland shall be made up in future dedi-
cations at Blackhawk Park/Blackhawk Lake.
27. A trail easement shall be provided along County Road 30.
28. The private road and cul-de-sac shall be the sole responsibility of
the developer and Homeowners Association and the public street from County
Road 30 be the association's responsibility for winter maintenance.
29. The developer shall be required to erect "Envirofence" as well as
temporary and permanent seeding measures to guard against erosion.
All members voted in favor.
SEE PLAT FILE
BIRCH PARK ADDITION AND PILOT POINTE ADDITION - PRELIMINARY PLATS
The application of Sienna Corporation for preliminary plat approval of
Birch Park Addition consisting of approximately 43 acres and containing 77
dwelling units in Windcrest 2nd Addition was submitted to the Council. Dale
Runkle reviewed the application and indicated that the proposal now is to
reduce the number of dwelling units from 77 to 73, with a combination of
certain units along several of the proposed lots bordering Deerwood Drive.
The number of units reduced from the original plan will be 27. Four-plex and
twin-home lots are being replatted to single family on the northern portion of
the proposed plat. Two important changes will be the elimination of Fawn
Ridge Drive and accesses to Deerwood Drive are being changed to provide for
two accesses to the four 200 foot lots along the westerly portion of Deerwood
Drive.
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A large number of neighboring property owners were present with questions
and some objections. Ron Boyle commented upon the impact on the residents on
the south side of Deerwood, which are all 5 acre lots and recommended that all
lots on the north side of Deerwood consist of estate size lots. He emphasized
the need to maintain beauty and continuity, but it was noted the City Council
cannot compel estate sized lots. He also had questions as to the change in
design and elimination of Fawn Ridge Drive. There were concerns about the
cul-de-sac on the east and the number of lots included, but it appeared that
there was no change in the number of lots in that location. There were
questions as to who would be assessed for the Deerwood Drive improvements and
neighbors thought that the developer of Windcrest would be responsible for all
of the street improvements. They also indicated they would prefer to reduce
the width of proposed Deerwood Drive which would reduce the steepness of their
driveways on the south side.
Doris Wilkins, an Advisory Planning Commission member, appeared and
indicated she was not able to be present at the last Planning Commission
meeting but had objections to the elimination of Fawn Ridge Drive. It was
noted that soil conditions, topography and trees would make it uneconomical
and unfeasible to develop that street according to the developer.
There were also questions about the grade of the proposed Pilot Pointe
plat to the west and the Council then considered also the application of
Sienna Corporation for the preliminary plat approval for Pilot Pointe consist-
ing of 8.8 acres and containing 20 single family lots. A letter from Ted and
Alyce Bolke expressing concerns about the Pilot Pointe development was read to
the Council. Mr. Runkle explained the Pilot Pointe proposal and indicated
that one lot variance setback was requested along Pilot Knob Road. He ex-
plained that proposed fill would be brought in from the I-35E construction.
He stated the only previous access would have been from the east and therefore
Fawn Ridge Drive is not required for access, noting that Dakota County has now
consented to access directly to Pilot Knob Road. Mayor Blomquist was con-
cerned about access to the north of Pilot Pointe due to the terrain differen-
tial and also the fact that neighbors in that area appeared to object to such
a connection. She also stated she felt the westerly access running north
would be better than the more easterly access. Mr. Colbert recommended the
access to the north be moved east because of less grade differential.
Mr. Honsa, a neighbor, stated that it would not be feasible to put in
Fawn Ridge Drive as proposed because of the pond located on the west end of
Birch Park Addition. He also indicated he felt it would be a mistake to fill
the Pilot Pointe property. It was noted there would be a common drainageway
on the north and south lines of the proposed plat. Miriam Nall, a neighbor,
appeared and was concerned about the low area east of their property on the
south side of Pilot Pointe where water ponds. Mr. Colbert noted that the
drainage area will be reduced in the back yards of the proposed lots because
front yard drainage will run to the center street. Soil erosion concerns,
traffic on Pilot Knob Road and also safety issues were discussed by neighbors
and council members.
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Rod Hardy of Sienna Corporation was present and stated the purchase
agreement has been entered into with the owners of the Windcrest Addition,
conditioned upon some changes in layout. He stated the cost of Fawn Ridge is
prohibitive, that for topographic reasons and the number of trees that would
be required to be removed, construction of Fawn Ridge Drive is unfeasible. He
also indicated that a large amount of material is now available but that the
existing boundaries on the north and south sides of Pilot Pointe will not be
changed.
Councilman Smith stated that there should be two accesses to Pilot Point,
including that to the east, and without two accesses the cul-de-sac may be
excessive in length. After lengthy discussion, Wachter moved, Blomquist
seconded the motion to continue the application for approval of the Pilot
Pointe preliminary plat and Birch Park preliminary plat until the July 2, 1984
regular council meeting to allow the staff to submit additional information
concerning grades and access locations to the property north of Pilot Pointe.
All voted in favor.
SEE PLAT FILE
SOUTH OAKS POND WATER ELEVATION
At the May 15, 1984 council meeting several members expressed concern
about the stabilization of the water elevation of South Oaks Pond (LP-49)
located north of Cliff Road. Elevation findings beginning on May 26, 1983 to
the present were included in the packet, including a letter dated June 14,
1984 from Bob Rosene, the consulting engineer, concerning the issue. The
City's position is that it has had a positive effect evidenced in the steps
taken but that there is some seepage and it is very difficult to find. The
control elevation has raised about 1 1/2 feet higher than previously. There
has been some fluctuation and 30% of the drainage area has been eliminated.
Mr. Colbert recommended continued monitoring of the pond and indicated that
some of the solutions are prohibitively expensive. Wachter moved, Blomquist
seconded the motion to continue the monitoring and also the dye testing if the
residents approve. All voted in favor.
THOMAS RAFNER - CEDAR GROVE NO. 3 - VARIANCE
The application of Thomas Hafner for 3 foot variance from 5 foot garage
sideyard setback covering Lot 19, Block 7, Cedar Grove No. 3 was presented to
the Council. The applicant proposed to expand his existing single garage into
a double garage and there were no objections. Smith moved, Thomas seconded
the motion to approve the application, subject to all other ordinance require-
ments. All voted in favor.
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EZ MINI STORAGE - BUILDING PERMIT
A request has been received from Nolan and Nolan to construct an EZ Mini
Storage addition to the property on Highway #13 and Cedar Avenue. One of the
conditions in granting the EZ Mini Storage permit initially was that the
property be platted in conjunction with the issuance of a building permit.
The platting was not completed and the staff now recommended that any approval
be subject to platting. Upon motion by Wachter, seconded Thomas, it was
resolved that the application be approved subject to compliance with all
necessary ordinances and that the platting of the entire parcel be completed
prior to occupancy or use of the premises. All voted in favor.
HARVEY BRAUN PROPERTY - STORAGE OBJECTIONS
City Council members had received a citizen's complaint from Leonard Walz
concerning open storage on the Harvey Braun property adjacent to the Walz
property in Drexel Heights. Discussion has taken place between Mr. Braun and
Mr. Walz and several neighboring property owners were present at the Council
meeting as were Mrs. Mary Braun and Robert Braun, her son. Mr. Braun stated
the property was bought in 1951 and that Harvy Braun had operated as a con-
tractor from the site for many years. Mary Braun indicated that the corpora-
tion has been operating less than 10 years and that the owners would build a
fence if acceptable to the City. Harvey Braun indicated to the Council at an
earlier time that he would work out the problems with the neighbors and the
Councilmembers expected the property to be cleaned up some months ago. There
was discussion concerning non-conforming uses and whether the property was a
non-conforming use strictly under the City Ordinance. It was noted a number
of changes in use had taken place on the property over the years. No action
was taken and it was suggested the neighbors attempt to resolve the problem.
CONTRACT #83-13 - LEXINGTON AVENUE BOOSTER STATION
The plans and specifications for the Lexington Avenue Booster Station
were submitted and it was recommended the council approve them, and further,
that the Council authorize a bid opening for 10:30 a.m. on Friday, July 14,
1984 at the Eagan Municipal Center. Wachter moved, Smith seconded the motion
to approve the plans and authorize the advertisement of bids. All voted in
favor. Wachter then moved, Thomas seconded the motion to provide for the sign
on the booster station with quotes to be acquired with future approval by the
City Council. All voted yes.
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CABLE TELEVISION COMMISSION UPDATE
Councilman Smith gave a brief update on the status of the Cable Commis-
sion, indicating that a full time cable administrator is being proposed. He
stated that 25% to 30% of the system is expected to be in operation this fall
and construction has now started within Eagan. Jim Horne was present and was
concerned about poles installed by the Cable Commission on the west side of
Pilot Knob Road.
COACHMAN ROAD/SILVER BELL ROAD - CONTRACT #84-10
The plans and specifications for Contract #84-10 consisting of road
improvements for Silver Bell and Coachman Roads were submitted to the Council
and staff recommended approval. Thomas moved, Wachter seconded the motion to
approve the detailed plans and authorize the advertisement of bids to be
opened at 10:30 a.m. on July 27, 1984 at the City Municipal Center. All voted
in favor.
ROSE HILL ADDITION - CONTRACT #84-12
The bids have now been received for the Rose Hill Addition utility and
street improvements and the low bidder is Widmer Bros. in the amount of
$93,635.50. It was recommended the low bidder be awarded the contract and
Wachter moved, Thomas seconded the motion to approve the recommendation. All
voted in favor.
CUSTOM! ENERGY HOMES - OAK CHASE ADDITION
A representative of Custom Energy Homes was present and requested a
variance for hardship reasons an an emergency basis of 19 feet from a 30 foot
setback on a new home being constructed within Oak Chase. Letters from all
neighbors approving the variance, except one neighbor, were submitted. It was
noted noted that 5 oak trees would be required to be taken and without the
variance the house would be closer to a neighbor whose house is 10 feet from
the property line. Smith moved, Thomas seconded the motion to approve the
variance for hardship purposes provided that signatures are submitted from all
owners within 200 feet approving the variance, and further subject to the
formal hearing process; further, it was understood that construction can
commence as soon as all signatures are acquired. All voted in favor.
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ODELL VS. CITY OF EAGAN
The city attorney's office submitted a proposed Resolution authorizing
the platting of the Odell property consisting of McCarthy Ridge Addition,
subject to certain conditions, according to the Supreme Court ruling. Also, a
resume' of the expenses that have been approved by the District Court were
submitted for approval. Thomas moved, Wachter seconded the motion to approve
the Resolution as submitted. All voted in favor. Thomas then moved, Smith
seconded the motion to approve the expenses directed by the District Court in
the amount of $639.20, rather than $1,922.71 requested by the applicants. All
voted yes. R 84-34.12
ENGINEERING AID INTERNSHIP
The staff has recommended that the City Council authorize the continua-
tion of the internship for the engineering special assessment division aid for
an additional six months during calendar year 1984. Thomas moved, Wachter
seconded the motion to approve the recommendation and authorize the extension
for six months. All voted in favor.
CAPITAL EQUIPMENT ACQUISITION
As a part of the 1984 Budget a one-ton dump truck with plow and sander
and a 32 GVW dump truck with plow were given review with final consideration
to be given during the calendar year 1984 based upon financing with equipment
certificates. The Public Works Director requested that the two vehicles be
purchased. Thomas moved, Wachter seconded the motion to approve the authori-
zation and advertise for bids for the two trucks as recommended with final
approval and authorization of equipment certificates at the time the bids are
awarded. All voted yes.
EAGAN HOCKEY BOOSTERS
A letter was received from Don Kotula representing the Eagan Hockey
Boosters for combination gambling license to be used as a part of the July 4th
festivities for fund raiser for the hockey boosters, including waiver of the
license fee and the $10,000.00 bond requirement. It was noted the City has
traditionally waivied the bond requirement but has required the license fee.
Wachter moved, Thomas seconded the motion to approve the license waiving the
$10,000.00 bond but requiring the $25.00 license fee. All voted yes.
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ADVISORY PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION VACANCY
There was discussion concerning filling the vacancy on the Park Commis-
sion and Mike Fette was suggested as the replacement. Mr. Fette had applied
and it was noted Mr. Fette has had experience. Tom Hedges was asked to
contact Mr. Fette to determine whether he is interested in filling the posi-
tion.
COUNCIL WORKSHOP SESSION
July 12, 1984 at 5:00 p.m. was set as a council workshop session includ-
ing interviews and tax increment finance discussion.
ROBINS ADDITION - PRELIMINARY PLAT
An application had been received from the developer of the proposed
Robins Addition located south of I-494 and west of Trunk Highway #49 for a
third extension to June 15, 1985 for its preliminary plat. The staff recom-
mended approval due to the I-494 construction but required that the property
be platted by June 15, 1984 with no further extensions. Smith moved, Thomas
seconded the motion to accept the recommendation. All voted in favor.
PATRICK EAGAN - TRUNK STORM SEWER - CONTRACT #84-16
The City Public Works Director, Tom Colbert, recommended to the City
Council that it authorize the preparation of plans and specifications for the
Patrick Eagan trunk storm sewer project under Contract 484-16. Thomas moved,
Smith seconded the motion to approve the recommendation and authorize the
preparation of plans and specifications in conjunction with the public hearing
on the project. All voted in favor.
EAGAN EROSION CONTROL MANUAL
The Manual covering erosion control in new developments within the City
dated May 1984 has been distributed to the Council members and copies are
available for public use.
CHECKLIST
Wachter moved, Thomas seconded the motion to approve the following check-
list dated: May 31, 1984 & June 19, 1984
$437,204.29 $1,636,554.94
All voted in favor.
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ADJOURNMENT
Upon motion duly made and seconded, the meeting adjourned at 12:20
p.m.
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