10/02/1984 - City Council Regular
MINUTES OF A REGULAR FETING OF THE EAGAN CITY COUNCIL
EAGAN, MINNESOTA
OCTOBER 2, 1984
A regular meeting of the Eagan City Council was held on Tuesday, October
2, 1984 at 6:30 p.m. at the Eagan Municipal Center. Present were Mayor
Blomquist and Councilmembers Smith, Wachter and Egan. Councilman Thomas
arrived at 8:30 p.m. Also present were Public Works Director Colbert, City
Consulting Engineer Rosene, City Administrator Hedges, Assistant Planner Greg
Ingraham and City Attorney Hauge.
AGENDA
Egan moved, Smith seconded the motion to approve the agenda with the
understanding that the issue concerning joint financing through a joint
venture relationship will also be added to the Agenda. All members voted in
favor.
MINUTES
Wachter moved, Egan seconded the motion to approve the minutes of the
previous regular meeting of the City Council dated September 18, 1984. All
voted yea.
LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS - PROCLAMATION
Mayor Bea Blomquist proclaimed the week of October 7, 1984 as the League
of Women Voters in Northern Dakota County Area Week.
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PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT - SPEED LIMIT SURVEY
Public Works Director, Tom Colbert, submitted a list of existing and
proposed speed limits for various streets throughout the City, noting that
Eagan has several non-conforming speed limits and several others that have not
been reviewed or approved by MnDOT or the City. There was discussion con-
cerning whether increases should be requested on certain streets. Egan moved,
Wachter seconded the motion to continue consideration of the request for speed
studies for the City streets and to direct the staff to propose a written
policy concerning maximum speeds on streets, including thoroughfares within
the City. All voted yes.
CONSENT AGENDA
The following consent agenda items were submitted to the City Council for
review and recommended for approval:
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1. Personnel Items. It was recommended that Richard Riste be
terminated as a City utility maintenance employee effective Wednesday, Septem-
ber 26, 1984, according to the staff memorandums, findings and recommenda-
tions.
2. Contractors' Licenses. The contractors' licenses scheduled in the
packet as distributed to the Council were recommended for approval by the
staff.
3. - Election Judge Approval. It was recommended that a list of election
judges submitted in the packet to the City Council be approved for the general
election on November 6, 1984.
4. Lions Club - Temporary Gambling License. An application was re-
ceived from the Lions Club for temporary gambling license for October 12, 1984
with the location at the Diamond T Ranch, including tipboard, paddlewheel and
raffle. It was recommended the application be approved.
5. St. John Neumann - Consumption & Display License for November 17.
An application for a consumption and display license was submitted by St. John
Neumann Church for a dance scheduled at the church on November 17, 1984. The
staff recommended the Council approve the application.
6. Service Station Permit Renewals. A list of applications for renewal
of service station permits was submitted and recommended to be approved.
7. William Jackson - Resignation. William Jackson submitted his resig-
nation as a member of the Park and Recreation Advisory Committee and staff
recommended acceptance of the resignation.
8. Federal Revenue Sharing - Grievance Procedure. The office of
Revenue Sharing has published Federal regulations requiring local governments
receiving $25,000.00 or more annually in revenue.sharing funds to comply with
the 1973 Rehabilitation Act. The procedure under Section 504 was submitted to
make programs and services accessable to handicapped and staff recommended the
Council approve it._
9. LAWCOM Grant - Resolution. The City has received approval of its
preliminary grant application for LAWCON/LCMR Grant Fund for 1985 for Schwanz
Lake Park. The grant would be filed in the amount of $221,000.00 with
$88,750.00 as the federal share, $66,125.00 as the state share and the City
share as $66,125.00. It was recommended that the Resolution authorizing the
filing of the application and execution of Grant Project Agreement to develop
open space under the provisions of the FLWC Fund Act and the State Natural
Resource for Schwanz Lake Park development be approved.
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10. Violet Lane/Pilot Knob Road - Gradin Application. The application
of Ron Cornwell for grading permit at the southwest corner of Violet Lane and
Pilot Knob Road was submitted and staff recommended approval, subject to
compliance with the City requirements.
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11. I-35E/Diffley Road - Grading Permit. The next application that was
reviewed consisted of an application from Ron Cornwell for grading at the
northeast corner of I-35E and Diffley Road. The staff recommended to the
Council that it approve it subject to compliance with the City Ordinance
requirements.
12. Peaceful Heights Addition - Project #420. The feasibility report
for Project 4420 covering streets and utilities in Peaceful Heights Addition
was submitted and it was recommended that the feasibility report be received
and the public hearing be scheduled for October 30, 1984 at 7:00 p.m. at the
Eagan City Municipal Center.
13. Wescott Hills Revised - Final Plat Application. The application for
approval of the final plat of Wescott Hills Revised Addition by Richard Cover-
dale was submitted and it was recommended that the Council approve the appli-
cation subject to compliance with City requirements.
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14. Blackhawk Lake Addition - Final Plat Application. The developer of
Blackhawk Lake Addition, Norse Development Company, submitted an application
for final plat approval and staff recommended approval, subject to compliance
with the normal City requirements.
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15. Blackhawk Oaks Addition - Final Plat Application. The next applica-
tion for final plat approval covered Blackhawk Oaks Addition, and was sub-
mitted by Blackhawk Oaks Partnership. The staff recommended approval based
upon compliance with all City requirements.
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Upon motion by Egan, seconded Wachter, it was resolved that the foregoing
Consent Agenda items be ordered in and that the Mayor and Clerk be authorized
to execute the appropriate documents. All voted in favor.
LEXINGTON STANDARD CORPORATION - I.R. FINANCING
The public hearing regarding the application of Lexington Standard Cor-
poration for industrial revenue financing in the amount of $735,000.00 was
convened by Mayor Bea Blomquist. There was no limited partnership and the
taxes and financing note will be purchased by Norwest Bank as a private
placement. Representatives of Lexington Standard were present and there was
discussion concerning the priorities of the entitlement funds. Councilman
Smith questioned whether capitalized interest should be included in the
financing and also, whether the equipment proposed to be purchased under the-
financing is of a long-term nature. The representatives indicated that an
over-head crane is being planned under the equipment item. Wachter moved,
Egan seconded the motion to approve the industrial revenue financing for
Lexington Standard Corporation in the amount of $735,000.00 subject, however,
to a determination as to whether the City has, under its policy and practice,
allowed capitalized interest to be included in the industrial revenue
financing. All voted in favor.
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RICHARD NORDLUND - INDUSTRIAL REVENUE FINANCING
The next hearing convened by the Mayor concerned the application of
Richard Nordlund for industrial revenue financing in the amount of $500,000.00
for the purpose of constructing an office building on Lot 2, Block 2, Knob
Hill Professional Park. Mr. Hedges explained the application and indicated
that the financing instrument is intended to be sold to an institution as a
private placement, noting also that there is no guarantee that the funds will
be available in the 1984 City entitlement. Mr. Nordlund was present and asked
that the City allocate funds from its entitlement or that he will ask for
State entitlement funds. The Councilmembers discussed the priorities of uses
for office buildings, and after discussion, Egan moved, Wachter seconded the
motion to approve the industrial revenue financing application of Richard
Nordlund as requested, with the understanding that there is no assurance by
the City Council that 1984 entitlement funds will be available, unless another
applicant that has financing committed, decides not to proceed with its
project; further, that there is no assurance that 1985 entitlement funds will
be available for the project through the City. All voted in favor.
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H. G. ASTLEFORD COMPANY - INDUSTRIAL REVENUE FINANCING
The next public hearing convened by Mayor Blomquist covered the applica-
tion of M. G. Astleford Company for industrial revenue financing for
$8,000,000.00 to construct a hotel at the southeast quadrant of I-35E and
Cliff Road and in addition, a convenience store & station and automobile
service station. City Administrator Hedges reviewed the project and indicated
that discussion only will take place by the Council but no formal action until
action is completed on the preliminary plat for the property. There were no
objections to the application. A representative of Juran & Moody was present
as was a representative from M. G. Astleford. It was noted that there was no
certainty as to whether the financing will be privately placed or publicly
offered. There was further discussion concerning the amount of entitlement
funds available with the understanding that there may not be a total of
$8,000,000.00 available under the 1984 entitlement. Egan moved, Wachter
seconded the motion to continue consideration of the application until the
preliminary plat is acted upon. All voted in favor.
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BOATING & WATER ACTIVITY ORDINANCE
The staff submitted a revised draft of a proposed Boating and Water
Activities Ordinance and Councilmembers discussed the letter from Barbara
Schmidt, the Assistant Director of the Dakota County Parks Department, con-
perning the use of County lakes for boating purposes. Two letters from Eagan
residents objecting to power boats on certain lakes was submitted and reviewed
by the Councilmembers. It was suggested that Heine Pond and Blackhawk Lake be
stricken as lakes allowing power boats. Councilman Wachter indicated he was
against motorized boats on Eagan lakes because of the small sizes. There was
also discussion of the potential liability of the City on lakes where there is
thin ice, due to lift stations creating moving water. Councilman Smith
directed the staff to make certain that the snowmobiling provisions on lakes
is consistent with the Snowmobile Ordinance. Subdivision 4 regarding vehicles
was requested to be removed. After discussion concerning the jurisdiction of
the County as opposed to the City regarding County lakes, Smith moved, Egan
seconded the motion to approve the Ordinance subject to the revisions re-
quested by the Council.. Wachter voted no, indicating he was opposed to spear-
ing fish, and Blomquist also voted no. Egan and Smith voted yes. Egan then
moved and Blomquist seconded the motion to direct the staff to contact Dakota
County concerning its position on motorized boats and dark houses on County
lakes for ice-fishing purposes. All voted in favor.
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THOMAS LAKE PLACE - PRELIMINARY PLAT
The application of Dominium Group for preliminary plat approval of Thomas
Lake Place was requested to be continued until the October 30, 1984 meeting.
Upon motion by Smith, seconded Wachter, it was resolved to continue considera-
tion of the application as requested. All voted in favor.
VOGY'S ON-SALE LIQUOR LICENSE
The application of William.. Dahlberg and James Flakne for on-sale liquor
license for restaurant, presently under the name of Vogy's was submitted for
consideration by the Council. City Administrator Hedges stated that all of
the application information has been submitted and has been approved, and the
staff recommends approval. There were no objections to the application. Mr.
Dahlberg and Mr. Flakne were present and answered questions of the Council.
Egan moved, Wachter seconded the motion to approve the application under the
name of J & W Restaurants, Inc. for on-sale liquor license at the Vogy's
Restaurant location. All members voted yes. Smith moved, Egan seconded the
motion to approve the request to cancel the on-sale liquor license held by
Norman Vogelpohl at the Vogy's Restaurant. All voted in favor.
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1985 BUDGET - LEVY CERTIFICATION
The Director of Finance/City Clerk has prepared the 1984 General Property
Tax Levy payable in 1985 and information for certification to the Dakota
County Auditor. The information was distributed to the Council and a proposed
Resolution was also prepared and submitted for approval. There were no objec-
tions and after explanation by Mr. Hedges, Smith moved, Egan seconded the
motion to approve the levy certification for the proposed 1985 Budget as
presented. All voted yes.
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BROWN MINNEAPOLIS TANK - CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
An application was received from Brown Minneapolis Tank for conditional
use permit to allow a temporary office structure on Lot 4, Robert O'Neill
Homestead. It was noted that the Advisory Planning Commission at its meeting
on September 25, 1984 recommended approval, subject to certain conditions.
Greg Ingraham, the Assistant City Planner, briefly detailed the application
and there were no objections. Smith moved, Egan seconded the motion to
approve the application, subject to the following conditions:
1. The trailer shall be painted to blend in with the black and tan
colors of the existing office building.
2. The trailer and connections to the office area shall meet State
building codes and a .City building permit shall be obtained.
3. The office trailer shall be temporary and be limited to a two-year
period.
All voted in favor.
R. L. JOHNSON - JOHN DEERE - CONDITIONAL USE PERMITS
The application of R. L. Johnson for conditional use permit to allow
outside storage and conditional use permit to allow pylon signs on the pro-
posed John Deere property in the S & W Addition was submitted. Robert Johnson
was present and answered questions of the Council. It was noted that the sign
will be 87 square feet per side and 23 1/2 feet high. In addition, there was
a request for conditional use permit for outside storage and Councilmembers
discussed the option on behalf of the City to revoke the conditional use
permit for outside storage if it is not compatible with the City requirements.
Smith moved, Wachter seconded the motion to approve the application for condi-
tional use permit for outside storage, subject to the following conditions:
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1. The application shall be for one year with automatic renewal period,
with the understanding that the City Council has the right to revoke the
permit at such time as the City determines in its sole discretion, that the
applicant does not comply with City requirements.
2. A detailed grading, drainage and erosion control plan shall be
submitted and approved by the City Engineer.
3. A dust control plan shall be submitted and approved by City staff
and dust controlled substances shall be provided on the parking area.
4. A detailed landscape plan shall be submitted and a 20 foot landscape
area shall be maintained around the perimeter of the outside storage area.
5. Adequate parking shall be maintained at all times.
All voted in favor.
Smith moved, Egan seconded the motion to continue the application for
conditional use permit for the pylon sign until such time as the staff
receives information as to the exact location of the proposed sign, the eleva-
tion in relation to the adjacent road right-of-way and in relation to the
building proposed on the lot, together with site distances. All voted in
favor.
Councilman Thomas then arrived at 8:30 p.m.
BELL LEXINGTON ADDITION - PRELIMINARY PLAT
The application of Northwestern Bell Company for preliminary plat
approval for Bell Lexington Addition consisting of three industrial lots on 3
acres at the northeast intersection of Lexington Avenue and Lone Oak Road was
brought before the Council. Ken Dallman appeared and Greg Ingraham detailed
the project for the Council. The Advisory Planning Commission recommended
approval subject to conditions. There were no objections and after discus-
sion, Wachter moved, Smith seconded the motion to approve the application
subject to the following conditions:
1. The staff shall determine whether Lot 2 is a buildable lot prior to
the consideration by the City Council.
2. The applicant shall enter into a Development Agreement with the City
prior to final plat application.
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3. The plat shall be subject to review by the Dakota County Plat
Commission since it abuts a County road.
4. The plat shall be subject to the review and recommendations of the
Advisory Parks Committee for park dedication requirements.
5. The temporary parking area on Lot 2 shall be removed when equipment
installation is completed.
6. A detailed landscape plan shall be submitted for review by the City
staff, and an adequate landscape shall be posted and not released until one
year after the landscaping is completed.
7. Storm sewer shall be required for this development as referenced by
alternates one and two referenced within this report.
8. Sanitary sewer and water services shall be constructed to Lots 2 and
3.
9. Detailed plans and specifications prepared by a registered engineer
shall be submitted to the Engineering Department for approval for the sanitary
sewer and water services.
10. The access to Lot 3 shall be located so that a future access to Lot
2 may be combined with it.
11. A minimum of a 55 foot half right-of-way shall be required to be
dedicated for Lone Oak Road. A 10 foot utility easement shall be required to
be dedicated adjacent to all publicly dedicated right-of-way.
12. A minimum of a 20 foot utility easement shall be required for storm
sewer across the north portion of this development.
13. A 5 foot drainage and utility easement shall be required to be
dedicated adjacent to all remaining lot lines.
14. This development shall be responsible for lateral benefit from trunk
sanitary sewer and water main at the rates in effect at the time of final
platting.
15. All costs associated with the improvements of this proposed develop-
ment shall be the sole responsibility of this development.
All voted yea.
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Mr. Dallman requested approval of an application for building permit
prior to final plat approval. Smith moved, Thomas seconded the motion to
approve the request for building permit prior to final plat approval, noting
that a hardship exists in the need to proceed immediately to take necessary
steps to upgrade the telephone system within the City, and further, that the
applicant comply with all other City requirements; further, that the final
plat be completed by such time as designated by the staff and other conditions
imposed by the staff. All voted in favor.
RAHNCLIFF ADDITION - PRELIlIINARY PLAT
The application of M. G. Astleford for preliminary plat approval of
Rahncliff Addition, consisting of 21.8 acres and containing
motel/hotel/service and gas facility was brought to the Council for considera-
tion. Mr. Hedges and Greg Ingraham detailed the project. The Advisory
Planning Commission considered the application at its meeting on September 25,
1984 and one of the important issues discussed by the Planning Commission
members was whether an office building is deemed appropriate in an RB Dis-
trict. In addition, there were comments about the proposed right-turn-in and
right-turn-out access directly to Cliff Road. Staff recommended against
approval of that access because Rahn Road will be a major intersection and
should be sufficient to handle traffic to the subdivision and for the general
area. Staff also recommended the looped street should provide the only access
to the subdivision and that the direct access from the service station be
eliminated.
Don Stalley, the hotel developer, was present, as was a representative of
M. G. Astleford and stated that full-service hotel demand is very weak and
that no restaurant is being proposed. Banquet and meeting rooms are being
planned with catered food service. After lengthy discussion, Wachter moved,
Egan seconded the motion to approve the application for preliminary plat with
the following conditions:
1. The proposed right-turn-in, right-turn-out direct access to Cliff
Road shall be deleted.
2. The direct access from the service station to Rahn Road shall be
deleted.
3. A detailed grading/drainage and erosion control plan shall be sub-
mitted and reviewed prior to final plat approval.
4. The plat abutts County Road and State rights-of-way, therefore, the
plat shall be subject to the Dakota County Plat Commission's and Minnesota
Dept. of Transportation's review and comment for plat approval.
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5. Any pylon signs or drive-up facilities shall require additional
conditional use permits in order that they can be properly reviewed.
6. A detailed landscape plan shall be submitted for Lots 1 and 3, Block
1 and Lots 1, Block 2 and an adequate landscape bond shall be required and not
released until one year after the landscaping has been completed.
7. - Rahncliff Court or Drive should be installed in its entirety with
the first phase of development.
8. The plat shall be subject to the Park Commission's review and com-
ments for park dedication on commercially zoned land.
9. The existing billboard shall be removed after approval of the
project.
10. A variance shall be granted for Lot 5, Block 1, without precedent,
to allow an office facility in RB District.
11. A detailed grading, drainage and erosion control plan shall be
submitted to staff for review and approval.
12. Concurrence from MnDOT regarding drainage onto I-35E shall be re-
ceived.
13. The developer shall petition the City for installation of public
utilities and Council, shall approve the project prior to final plat approval.
14. The right-in, right-out on Cliff Road shall not be allowed until a
concrete median is installed within Cliff Road.
15. A 60 foot right-of-way shall be dedicated for Rahn Cliff Court with
a 30 foot half right-of-way dedicated for Rahn Road.
16. A 10 foot utility easement shall be dedicated adjacent to all public
rights-of-way.
17. Utility easements of sufficient shall be dedicated over all City
utilities not located within City right-of-way.
18. A 5 foot drainage and utility easement shall be dedicated adjacent
to all remaining lot lines.
19. All costs for future lateral public improvements and lateral
benefits from trunk watermain shall be the sole responsibility of this
development.
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20. No access shall be permitted to Rahn Road except from public
streets.
All members voted yea.
The Councilmembers discussed the request for the proposed office building
in an RB zoned area. Thomas moved, Wachter seconded the motion to convert Lot
5 to Outlot B in the event that there is a request for office use on the
parcel and that the developer submit an application to rezone the property to
an appropriate zoned designation. All members voted in favor.
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INDUSTRIAL REVENUE BOND FINANCING - H. G. ASTLEFORD
After further discussion, Egan moved, Wachter seconded the motion to
approve the application for industrial revenue financing on behalf of M. G.
Astleford in an amount not to exceed $8,000,000.00 and subject to compliance
with the City's policy concerning inclusion of capitalized interest; further,
to verify that the equipment being proposed to be financed is of a capital
equipment nature. All voted in favor. R 84-55
LEMAY LAR APARTMENT PROJECT
A representative of O'Conner & Hannen was present on behalf of the
Healey-Ramme project on Lemay Lake and answered questions concerning the
financing of the project. There was a question as to whether the developer
should have an equity position or allow the land also to be financed under the
proposed multi-family housing revenue bonds. It was noted that the Council
has approved more than the 1,500 apartment unit maximum under its policy and
there was a question as to whether the Council ought to approve further rental
projects. No formal action was taken.
CEDAR CLIFF COMMERCIAL PARK - STREETS & UTILITIES - CONTRACT #84-20
The bids were received for Contract #84-20 covering Cedar Cliff Commer-
cial Park streets and utilities and the low bidder was Spencer Construction
Co. in the amount of $134,906.00. Smith moved, Wachter seconded the motion to
accept the bid and to award the contract to Spencer Construction Co. All
voted in favor.
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1985 CITY CELEBRATION COMMITTEE
Tom Hedges reviewed with the Council a proposed memorandum that he had
prepared covering suggested committee appointments to the Eagan Celebration
Committee, and also committee objectives, celebrating the 125th Anniversary of
Eagan's organization as a township. The Councilmembers requested that a
representative of the Volunteer Fire Department be added, and further, that
the committee report to the City Council periodically. Smith moved, Thomas
seconded the motion to approve the establishment of an Eagan City Celebration
Committee celebrating the City's 125th Anniversary, with the understanding
that all final plans for the celebration will be approved by the City Council,
and further that regular reports be submitted to the Council for review and
comment. All Councilmembers voted yes.
REBNE HOUSE - PATRICK EAGAN PARK
A detailed report prepared by the Park and Recreation Department was
submitted to the Council and Ken Vraa and Chairman Roger Martin of the Park
and Recreation Committee were present. They detailed six options that had
been proposed by the Committee and Roger Sjobeck, a volunteer architect.
Option No. 6 providing for upgrading the structure for continued house rental
or private rental was discussed in some detail and Roger Martin explained the
reasons for the Park Committee's request to implement Option No. 6. The total
cost would be about $30,000.00 to $35,000.00. The Park Committee has recom-
mended against moving or destroying the building, noting that substantial
repairs are necessary, and further indicated that rental would be about
$550.00 per month. The purpose would be to convert the building to public use
at a later time. Security for the relatively isolated house was a strong
concern by City Council members. Smith moved, Egan seconded the motion to
direct the Park and Recreation Commission to make recommendations to the City
Council concerning security systems for the house. All voted in favor.
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT RENEWALS
Thirteen conditional use permits were submitted to the Council for review
and potential renewal. The staff suggested a revised policy as to conditional
use permit renewals and to make them subject to staff review. After discus-
sion, Egan moved, Wachter seconded the motion to approve the request for
conditional use permit renewals, but to continue the current conditional use
permit renewal process on a regular basis as has been provided in the past,
noting the Council had an interest in reviewing the applications as they
arise; further, that the application for the MCCL sign renewal be considered a
sign permit renewal rather than a conditional use. All voted in favor except
Councilman Thomas who abstained.
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SCHWANZ LABS OUTLET - CHANGE ORDER NO. 2 - PROJECT #383
Under Project #383 Schwanz Lake had a lift station installed to control
its water elevation. During the design of the gravity outlet from a pond
located between Fawn Ridge Development and Oak Pond Hills area, the developer
of Fawn Ridge Addition requested the storm sewer outlet elevation be 6 feet
higher than recommended in the Comprehensive Storm Sewer Plan. Because of
flooding that has occurred, it was recommended that the Council approve a
change order to the Contract in the amount of $21,280.00 for corrected storm
sewer work for Project #383. Smith moved, Egan seconded the motion to approve
the recommendation. All voted in favor.
CITY COMPOST PROGRAM
The Park Department has proposed at the direction of the City Council, to
establish a leaf compost processing site for Wedgewood Park allowing people to
bring compost to be treated and made available at that location for
fertilizer. A satelite deposit site would also be established at Rahn Park.
The staff will proceed with the program.
PERA RESOLUTION
The City Administrator submitted a proposed Resolution that was promoted
by the League of Cities and other city organizations recommending that Mr.
Allers, the executive director of the PERA, be removed as interim director and
that a formal, open selection process be initiated for the PERA Director's
selection. A detailed account of the reasons for the proposed Resolution was
outlined by Mr. Hedges. Wachter moved, Thomas seconded the motion to approve
the Resolution as presented. All voted in favor.
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I-35E OPENING
Mr. Hedges stated that October 26, 1984 at 1:00 p.m. there will be a
special opening ceremony for a portion of I-35E north of Lone Oak Road.
FIRE ADMINISTRATION - OPEN HOUSE
The Fire Department has designated October 13, 1984 at 11:30 a.m. as the
open house for the Fire Administration Building.
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SPECIAL ASSESSMENT COMI4ITTEE MEETING
The Council reaffirmed the scheduling of October 9, 1984 at the City Hall
for a meeting of the Special Assessment Committee beginning at 4:00 p.m.
WELL SITE #5 - STORM SEWER IMPROVEMENTS - PROJECT #426
Tom Colbert explained to the Council that there are some storm sewer
problems in the Well Site #5 area and recommended that the Council order a
feasibility report to determine whether additional storm sewer facilities
ought to be installed. Wachter moved, Egan seconded the motion to authorize
the Consulting Engineer to prepare a feasibility report for Well Site #5,
storm sewer under Project #426. All members voted affirmatively.
NORTHERN NATURAL GAS COMPANY LEASE
Mr. Colbert discussed with the Council a proposal of Northern Natural Gas
Company to acquire the NNG site on Coachman Road owned by the City for
$5,000.00. The staff was directed to negotiate the use of the site with
Northern Natural Gas Co.
PARKING BAN
The Public Works Director discussed with the Council a proposal to
resolve the snowbird parking problem during the winter months. He stated that
snow removal crews have had serious problems during snow removal and recom-
mended that the Council authorize the preparation of an Ordinance providing
for on-street parking on odd-even days between November 15, and April 15 of
each year for purposes of alleviating snow removal problems. Smith moved,
Thomas seconded the motion to authorize the preparation of an ordinance to be
submitted to the Council for approval, providing that the ordinance include a
sunset provision after one year and then automatic renewal provisions, unless
the Council revises the ordinance. All voted in favor.
SIDEWALK - SNOW REMOVAL
There was discussion amongst City Council members concerning snow removal
on sidewalks, and direction was given to the Public Works Director to prepare
a proposed schedule for removal of snow, including projected costs.
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CHECKLIST
Upon motion by Egan, seconded Wachter, it was resolved that the
following Checklist be approved dated: October 2, 1984; $644,365.64
All voted yea.
ADJOURNMENT
Upon motion duly made and seconded, the meeting adjourned at 11:45
p.m. All voted in favor.
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