06/02/1987 - City Council Regular
MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE EAGAN CITY COUNCIL
EAGAN, MINNESOTA
JUNE 2, 1987
A regular meeting of the Eagan City Council was held on Tuesday,
June 2, 1987 at 6:30 p.m. at the Eagan Municipal Center. Present
were Mayor Blomquist and Councilmembers Smith, Wachter, Egan and
Ellison. In addition, City Administrator Tom Hedges, Public Works
Director Tom Colbert, City Planner Dale Runkle, Consulting Engineer
Bob Rosene, and City Attorney Paul Hauge were present.
AGENDA
Wachter moved, Egan seconded the motion to approve the agenda as
presented. All voted yes.
MINUTES
Ellison moved, Wachter seconded the motion to approve the
minutes of the May 19, 1987 regular meeting, with the following
changes: Page 2, Lone Oak Addition Traffic Study, the proposed
subdivision incorporates approximately 115 acres; page 4, Nancy
Circle, Project #482, the last paragraph, 4 of 6 owners favored the
project and the other two were out of state and no objections were
presented; on page 23 Metro Council Airport Adequacy Study, Mayor
Blomquist and Councilman Egan will share the responsibility of
membership on the Task Force. All voted in favor.
ABATEMENTS
Mr. Bill Peterson of the Dakota County Assessor's`office was
present. The following abatements were submitted and recommended to
be approved:
1. Eagan Apartments Associates, Parcel #010-01. It was
recommended that the assessed value be reduced from $1,266,840.00 to
$902,588.00 for 1986, payable in 1987.
2. Reuben and Joyce Meissner, Several Parcels. It was
recommended that the assessed value be reduced from $5,400.00 to
$3,000.00 for 1986, payable in 1987.
3. Carl Rosen, Parcel #090-01. The recommendation was made
that the assessed value reduced from $65,280.00 to $53,584.00 for
1986, payable in 1987.
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Upon motion by Smith, seconded Wachter, it was resolved that the
foregoing recommendations be approved and ordered implemented. All
voted yes.
DAKOTA COUNTY TAX STATEMENTS
Councilmembers inquired of Mr. Peterson the reason for the
approximately 10% to 15% increase in market value on 1987 real
estate tax statements recently sent by Dakota County. Mr. Peterson
indicated that the market value requirement has been increased from
85% to 90% and that the- Boards of Equalization will be meeting
shortly to discuss objections.
1987 BOND REFUNDING ISSUE
The City Council again considered the proposed refunding of a
cross over issue and water treatment plant revenue bond issue which
had been considered at earlier council meetings. Mr. Hedges
indicated that the Director of Finance and City Administrator had
reviewed the bond buyer interest rate comparisons provided by both
Miller & Schroeder Financial, Inc. and Piper, Jaffray and Hopwood,
and it appeared that the refunding bond sale is not in the best
interest of the City at this time. Egan moved, Smith seconded the
motion to indefinitely postpone the bond refunding issue as
reviewed. All members voted yea.
PARK COMMISSION
1. Brittany 10th Addition - Parkland. Ken Vraa was present and
explained to the City Council a proposal of the Park Commission that
the Brittany 10th Addition developer be required to post park
dedication funds in a cash escrow account, the equivalent of the
cash dedication, which would be returned at the time` that the
required land dedication of 1.7 acres is completed. The concern of
the Park Commission is that the John Brown parcel, south of Cliff
Road, being developed partially for Brittany Additions, eventually
be required to dedicate approximately 7 to 8 acres for park
purposes. Mr. Hedges also discussed the proposal and it was
suggested that the City not allow future platting without agreement
to dedicate on a periodic basis. It was recommended that a letter
be sent to the developer and the owner, explaining the City's
position and requesting that an agreement be entered into and that
the City not allow future platting until a specific agreement
regarding park land dedication, be entered into, and that park
dedication fees be held in escrow to be refunded by City policy at
the time of land dedication. Wachter moved, Egan seconded the
motion to direct the staff to write a letter to the owner and
developer based upon information mentioned above. All voted yes.
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2. Fire Administration Building. The Park and Recreation
Commission recommended to the City Council that it revise its policy
concerning the building usage of the Fire Administration Building
community rooms. It was suggested that the regulation prohibiting
continued consecutive use of the facility by any one group be
changed to allow groups such as church groups, to use the facility
with the payment of fees, on three month intervals. After
discussion at length concerning the requests for usage and the
possibility of one user requesting an excessive length of time for
the rental of the building, Egan moved, Ellison seconded the motion
to allow a single group to use the building up to two 3-month
periods and month-to-month thereafter on a priority basis with the
City Park Commission determining whether to extend the usage on a
month-to-month basis; further, that the regular fees and charges be
required. All members voted affirmatively.
FIRE HALL - BOND REFERENDUM
Fire Chief Southorn was present and reviewed the results of the
very successful fire bond issue election of May 28, 1987 and thanked
the electorate and the City Council, including staff and all
firefighters, for their efforts in making it a successful vote. The
Mayor also thanked the Volunteer Fire Department members for a very
concentrated effort in a successful referendum.
CONSENT AGENDA
The following consent agenda items were submitted and
recommended to be approved:
1. Personnel Items.
a. Seasonal Street Maintenance Worker. The recommendation
was made that John Robinson be hired as a seasonal street
maintenance worker.
b. Park and Recreation - Seasonal Program Leaders. A
schedule of names of proposed Park and Recreation seasonal program
leaders was submitted and recommended to be approved for the summer
recreational program for 1987.
2. Plumbers Licenses. Five applications for plumbers
licenses including All-State Plumbing & Heating, Inc., Dolder
Plumbing, Krumholz Company, Thompson Plumbing Company and Wenzel
Mechanical, Inc. were submitted and were recommended to be approved.
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3. Fourth of July Association - Temporary License. An
application from the Fourth of July Association for non-
intoxicating beer license to be issued from July 1 to July 5, 1987
with the responsible person being Lowell Johnson, was recommended to
be approved by the City Council.
4. Vi Huong, Inc. - Wine and Beer License. An application was
submitted by Vi Huong, Limited, for a wine and beer license for the
restaurant, formerly operated under Charlie Chen's Restaurant in
Silver Bell Center. It was recommended that the license be approved
and further, that a refund for the existing wine and beer license at
Charlie Chen's be approved and $277.50 be refunded for the pro-rated
license year.
5. Otto Leitner - Airport Relations Committee - Resignation.
The resignation of Otto Leitner from the Airport Relations Committee
was submitted and it was recommended it be accepted.
6. Country Hollow Addition - Project #505. A Petition was
submitted by the developer of the Country Hollow Addition and it was
recommended that the Petition be received for Project #505 and that
the City Consulting Engineer's office be directed to prepare a
feasibility report and detailed plans and specifications as
requested.
7. Brittany 10th Addition - Project #496. A recommendation was
made to the City Council that it receive the Petition from Tollefson
Builders, Inc. for feasibility report for Project #496 consisting of
trunk storm sewer for Brittany 10th Addition and schedule a public
hearing at the Eagan Municipal Center for July 7, 1987 at 7:00 p.m.
8. Braun Court - Project #487. A feasibility report had been
completed for Braun Court streets and storm sewer improvements and
it was recommended that the feasibility report be received for
Project #487 and a public hearing be scheduled for July 7, 1987 at
7:00 p.m. at the City Municipal Center.
9. Eagandale Center Industrial Park - Overlay - Project #480.
The feasibility report regarding Project #480 consisting of
Eagandale Center Industrial Park Overlay for the streets in the
subdivision had been completed and it was recommended that the
Council receive the report and schedule a public hearing on July 7,
1987 at the City Municipal Center at 7:00 p.m.
10. Eagan Hockey Association - Gambling License. An
application was received and recommended for approval for a not-for-
profit gambling license for the Eagan Hockey Association for pull-
tabs from July 2 through July 6, 1987 at Rahn Park as part of the
Eagan Fourth of July Celebration.
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11. Park Improvement - Contract #86-1. A final payment request
had been received and it was recommended that the Council approve
the final payment under Improvement Contract #86-1 concerning
improvements in five parks with the payment to go to Central
Landscaping, Inc. in the sum of $16,181.30.
12. Park Improvement - Contract #86-21. The recommendation was
made that the final payment request be approved and that the payment
be made to Century Fence Company in the amount of $8,441.80 as the
fourth and final payment under Improvement Contract #86-21.
13. Water Quality Management - Consulting Service Contracts.
Two contracts were received from the Dakota County Soil and Water
Conservation District and E. A. Hickok and Associates, Inc.
regarding water quality management plan for the City of Eagan with
the staff strongly recommending that the contracts be approved,
subject to final staff approval.
14. Chapel Hill Baptist Church - Project #499. The feasibility
report for street and storm sewer improvements for the Chapel Hill
Baptist Church under Project #499 south of Pilot Knob Road was
recommended to be received and that the public hearing be scheduled
for July 7, 1987 at 7:00 p.m. at the Eagan Municipal Center.
Wachter moved, Egan seconded the motion to approve the foregoing
consent agenda items and direct the staff to implement the
recommendations. All voted yes.
TOWN CENTRE DRIVE - STREET NAME CHANGE
A public hearing had been held on May 19, 1987 to consider
street name changes for the two east and west streets for Town
Centre Drive to avoid confusion. The Council had continued the
public hearing and the Mayor reconvened the hearing, at
approximately 7:00 p.m. Staff recommended the Council continue the
public hearing and upon motion by Egan, seconded Wachter`, it was
resolved that the hearing be continued until June 16, 1987 at the
regular meeting at 7:00 p.m. All voted in favor.
WOODGATE LANE - STREETLIGHT - PROJECT #490
A feasibility report was received by the City Council and the
Mayor convened the public hearing concerning Project #490 consisting
of street lights on Woodgate Lane. Upon recommendation that the
hearing be continued, Smith moved, Ellison seconded the motion to
continue the hearing -until the June 16, 1987 regular council
meeting. All voted yes.
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POND VIEW ADDITION - BUSINESS USES
City Administrator Tom Hedges introduced the agenda item
regarding the Comprehensive Guide Plan Amendment and preliminary
plat for Pond View Addition, which had been last discussed by the
City Council at the May 19, 1987 meeting. The Council requested the
staff designate a list of potential business uses for certain lots
identified in the Pond View Addition, which could be incorporated
into the planned development agreement, and further, that a layout
of the property be submitted for final council review. It was noted
that the type of restaurant was an issue and it was suggested that
the owners get together in an attempt to submit a joint
recommendation for the general site which would be compatible with
the proposed uses. A revised planned development diagram dated June
1, 1987 was submitted and the applicants did request a Class II
restaurant be included as an alternate.
The Mayor was concerned about the residential property to the
west and recommended that conditions be included to avoid any
adverse impact upon that property.
Ed Dunn was present, together with a number of other
representatives of the developers and owners and stated on behalf of
the owners and developers that there was general agreement with the
proposed uses. Meg Clarey of Fairview Ridges was present and made a
presentation indicating that Fairview Ridges is anxious to proceed
with the project and had determined that it was a favorable site
because of access and visibility. Lot 5 was marked Multiple
Residential according to the current proposal and Ellison
recommended that no designation of density be provided for that lot.
Egan moved, Wachter seconded the motion to accept the schedule of
proposed uses, including the Class II restaurant as submitted to the
City Council. All council members voted affirmatively.
R & B ADDITION - REZONING & PRELIMINARY PLAT
The application of LeRoy Rother and Gerald Braun for rezoning
R & B Addition had last been reviewed by the City Council at its May
19, 1987 regular meeting. Concerns were then expressed regarding
location of the proposed driveway for the development and the
Council continued the item until the June 2, 1987 meeting. A
meeting was held with the affected property owners on the north side
of Duckwood Drive, to review the access locations and Dale Runkle
gave a brief update.
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LeRoy Rother appeared and stated that a meeting had been held
with the Homeowners Association and representatives were in general
agreement, including berming as high as possible along the south
line of the property. Mr. Colbert noted the need to acquire a slope
easement from the owner to the south. Steve Knutson, a
representative of the Hidden Oaks Homeowner's Association, was
present and stated that the Association members were in agreement
and requested assistance in the construction and implementation of
the berm proposal.
Mr. Colbert noted that access would be about 275 feet south of
the northwest corner and, it would be the only access at the present
time, until the land to the west is developed, with a new primary
access in the northwest corner. It would be understood that a
cross-easement would be required at that time. Ken Applebaum was
also present and stated that he expected that the northwest access
would be implemented in the near future.
There was also discussion concerning the modification of
condition No. 13 to allow an 18 foot driving lane along the west
line with the recommendation of one-way and angled parking, which
was acceptable to the developers.
Wachter moved, Egan seconded the motion to approve the
Comprehensive Guide Amendment from D-III and rezoning from R-4 to
CSC (Community Shopping Center) in order to clean up the remainder
parcel left because of the realignment of Duckwood Drive and the
pond which has now been defined, and in order to become compatible
with the adjacent parcels to the north and west. All members voted
yes.
Egan moved, Wachter seconded the motion to approve 'the
application for preliminary plat and variance to the parking stall
requirement, subject to the following conditions:
1. All standard platting conditions shall be adhered to.
2. A variance to allow 59 parking stalls shall be approved.
3. A landscape plan shall be submitted with the final plat
submission compatible in sizes and species with the adjacent
commercial properties. The financial guarantee shall not be
released until after one year from the date of installation. The
southeast portion of the parking lot shall be suitably screened from
the residential land to the south.
4. This plat shall adhere to all applicable Sign Ordinances.
5. No rooftop fan units shall be visible.
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6. The trash enclosure(s) must be located next to or within the
building and approved by the Fire Marshall. No perimeter trash
enclosure will be allowed.
7. No exterior storage shall be permitted.
8. All four sides of the building shall be constructed of the
same materials.
9. The plat shall be subject to a parks dedication fee.
10. The two proposed driveway connections shall be consolidated
into one major access approximately 275 feet south of the northwest
corner. An appropriate cross easement and driving aisle shall be
dedicated from the major driveway access to the westerly property
line with the current access being the major access until the land
to the west is developed when a new primary access in the northwest
area width cross-easement will be provided.
11. The ponding area in the southeast corner shall be
constructed to provide the required storage volume in accordance.
with the Comprehensive storm sewer system.
12. This development shall provide an internal storm sewer
system to handle the onsite runoff and the drainage from the west
and discharge it into the ponding area in the east corner. If any
portion of this project is to be performed under City contract, the
project must be authorized by Council action prior to final plat
approval.
13. The internal traffic circulation and parking lot layout
shall incorporate the minimum 24 foot driving aisle width with
concrete curb and gutter perimeters, especially in those areas where
it encroaches on adjacent private property, but 18 foot driving
aisle along west line will be allowed with one way traffic and'
angled parking.
14. A revised grading plan shall be submitted providing proper
cross slopes and parking lot grades within the service road on the
west and south side of the facility.
15. This development shall accept its financial obligations
pertaining to additional and upgraded special assessments.
16. This development shall extend the 6 inch water lateral to
the west property line for continuation of service.
17. This development shall be responsible for the installation
of an 8 foot bituminous trail along Duckwood Drive.
18. Berming, landscaping and screening shall be provided
according to the agreement with direction from the staff.
All voted affirmatively.
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ULTRA IV ADDITION - PRELIMINARY PLAT
The application of Ultra IV, Inc. for preliminary plat approval
for restaurant and athletic fields in an L-1 District and
conditional use permit for on-sale wine and 3.2 beer sales, pylon
sign and recreational use, was next brought to the Council. The APC
recommended the applications for approval, subject to conditions and
the applicant, according to Mr. Hedges, also will pursue an on-sale
liquor license. The Administrator discussed the on-sale liquor
license request and City Attorney Paul Hauge outlined a letter
prepared by him dated May 29, 1987 laying out several options for
the Council regarding rezoning the property, revision of the
ordinance. regarding conditional use to allow on-sale liquor or a
variance for hardship purpose if the application qualifies. The
Adelmanns, neighboring property owners, were present and had no
objections to the project.
Mike Schumacher of Merrill Lynch Realty appeared on behalf of
the applicant and stated that the applicant had met with Mrs.
Adelmann and that fencing would be provided, and lighting for the
ball fields would be directed in such a way as to avoid a nuisance.
John Berglund, attorney, discussed the future liquor license
proposal and indicated the land does not have adequate compaction
for buildings but is more compatible for open space. Bob Vanney,
architect, described the site proposal for the building and
Councilman Smith questioned the use of the outlot and it was
proposed it would be a warm-up area for the ball teams. There was
no provision for showers or locker rooms in the restaurant
building.
Bill Fear, a lighting consultant, appeared and described the
method for determining the amount of lighting and also it was
intended to avoid impact on the neighbors on Highway #13.
Councilman Wachter questioned whether the lights would interfere
with the air corridors and the applicant indicated that they would
check with MAC and FAA. He also indicated that the Adelmanns should
not be disturbed by the lighting.
Smith moved, Egan seconded the motion to approve the application
for preliminary plat, subject to the following conditions:
1. All standard platting conditions shall be adhered to.
2. The detailed landscape plan will be required with the final
plat and the financial guarantee shall not be released until one
year after the date of installation.
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3. A parking lot lighting plan shall be submitted with the
final plat. No direct lighting source shall be visible from Highway
#13.
4. All Sign Ordinances shall be adhered to.
5. This plat shall be subject to a parks dedication fee.
6. No tailgating parties shall be allowed.
7. The northerly most driveway access must line up opposite the
exiting main entrance to LaHass Corporation on the east side.
8. A revised grading and drainage plan must be submitted to
provide the installation of softball fields compatible to City of
Eagan recreational standards and other standard engineering
concerns.
9. The adjustment to the existing trunk storm sewer and trunk
water main facilities shall be the full responsibility of this.
development.
10. This development shall provide a 17 cfs capacity storm
sewer extension to Blackhawk Road for future extension to the east
to handle upstream drainage.
11. The northerly most portion of the parking lot should be
reduced or relocated to minimize the impact of foul balls from the
softball complex.
12. All regulatory agency permits and/or comments shall be
obtained prior to final plat approval.
13. This development shall accept its full financial
responsibility for additional assessment obligations associated with
the development of this property.
14. This development shall provide adequate drainage easements
for any existing or proposed utility system or drainage swales
providing service to other private/public properties.
15. The Planning Commission's recommendation for approval is
conditioned upon the developer providing necessary plans and
information to the staff by May 6, 1987 to address staff concerns in
staff's report. Failure to comply with this condition shall result
in the plat being considered to have been continued by the Planning
Commission until its next regular meeting.
All voted in favor.
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Egan then moved, Ellison seconded the motion to approve the
application for conditional use for softball diamonds with the
lighting reviewed after one season. All voted yea.
Egan moved, Smith seconded the motion to approve the application
for conditional use permit for pylon signs subject to the following
conditions:
1. That staff verify that proper notice was provided for the
public hearing before the Planning Commission in regard to this
matter.
2. All Sign Ordinance requirements shall be adhered to.
All voted yes.
Wachter moved, Smith seconded the motion to direct the staff to
provide for a method of application for a variance under the Zoning
Ordinance for on-sale liquor license. All councilmembers voted in
favor.
1986 CITY CODE AMENDMENT - CODIFICATION
Mr. Hedges described to the City Council a memorandum dated May
26, 1987 submitted by Finance Director VanOverbeke regarding City
Code revisions for 1987. He noted that an amendment regarding
gambling proposed at the May 19, 1987 meeting was approved. After
review of the recommendations, Smith moved, Ellison seconded the
motion to approve the codification amendments as submitted by the
staff, including the gambling ordinance revision and authorize their
implementation. All members voted in favor.
KNUTSON RUBBISH SERVICE - RECYCLING DROP-OFF
An application of Knutson Rubbish Service for special 'permit for
recycling drop-off center located on Lot 1, Block 2, Cedar Grove No.
4 at 2014 Shale Lane was submitted. Dale Runkle briefly described
the application, the uses within an R-1 district, and it was noted
that the parcel had been used for storage of trucks at one time.
Larry Knutson appeared and explained that separate containers for
various types of recyclables will be provided. It could also
include a container for non-recyclables. The hours would include
Saturdays from 8:00 to 3:00 and possibly expanded hours with an
attendant on the site when in operation.
Bruce Hochensmith, next door neighbor, appeared and had concerns
about a commercial enterprise in a residential area. He objected to
cars stopping to deposit waste -materials, the effect upon the
resale of homes and suggested renting a commercial site. Craig
Barom, a neighbor, also was opposed to potential glass being spread
around and also the use of the site.
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Councilman Ellison encouraged the Knutsons to proceed with the
concept, but in a more appropriate area. Mr. Knutson stated that
there is interest in a recycling center and would withdraw the
application. Motion was made by Wachter, seconded by Egan to accept
the withdrawal of the application. All voted yes.
RAHN RIDGE ADDITION - WAIVER OF PLAT
An application was submitted by B. H. Grace Corporation for
waiver of plat, requesting the division of duplex lots located on
Lot 2, Block 1, Block 4, Block 1, and Lot 2, Block 3, Rahn Ridge 1st
Addition. There were no objections and Smith moved, Egan seconded
the motion to approve the application, subject to compliance with
all City ordinances. All members voted yes.
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WILDERNESS PONDS ADDITION - TIM GARNEY - VARIANCE
An application from Tim Garney for five foot front yard setback
to allow 25 foot setback on Lot. 33, Block 2, Wilderness Ponds
Addition, was presented to the Council at 1286 Wilderness Curve.
The engineering department strongly recommended denial of the
variance, noting that the right-of-way width in the subdivision had
been reduced upon request from the developer from 60 to 50 feet with
the understanding at that time that there would be no further
variances requested. He noted that off-street parking would
possibly be eliminated and snow storage would be jeopardized.
Mr. Garney was also present and strongly requested approval,
indicating the intent was to save two trees. Upon questioning, it
was determined that there was approximately 10 trees on the lot and
one or two would be lost. Mr. Colbert recommended that the house be
designed to fit the lot so as to avoid the setback problem. After
extensive discussion, Smith moved, Wachter seconded the motion to
deny the application, noting a variance had already been' given to
the developer and that there is another alternate, including
revising the location of the house on the lot. All members voted
yes.
PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT CONTRACTS
LEXINGTON HILLS ADDITION - SANITARY SEWER
NORTHVIEW PARK - TRUNK STORM SEWER - CONTRACT #87-5
Staff recommended that the Council receive the bids for Contract
#87-5 for Lexington Hills sanitary sewer and Northview Park trunk
storm sewer, and award the contract to the low bidder, Norex,
Incorporated in the amount of $449,420.75. Smith moved, Ellison
seconded the motion to approve the recommendation. All voted yes.
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LEXINGTON SQUARE 6TH ADDITION/NORTHVIEW PARK ROAD
CONTRACT #87-12
It was recommended that the bid for Contract #87-12 consisting
of street and utility improvements for Northview Park Road and
Lexington Square 6th Addition be awarded and that the low bidder,
Richard Knutson, Incorporated, in the sum of $431,381.20 be
approved. Egan moved, Wachter seconded the motion to approve the
recommendation of the staff and order its implementation. All voted
yea.
GREENSBORO 2ND ADDITION - CONTRACT #87-11
Mr. Colbert indicated that the permit had not been received but
the developer had agreed to revision of the street grade for
Contract #87-1. Staff recommended approval, subject to the receipt
of the necessary permits. Smith moved, Wachter seconded the motion
to approve the recommendation, subject to receipt of the necessary
permit. All members voted yes.
EAST WESCOTT ROAD - CONTRACT #87-15
Detailed plans and specifications have been completed for the
grading and installation of utilities for the last segment of
Wescott Road from the Greensboro 2nd Addition to South Hills. Some
curves have been provided because of the existing homes on the north
side and the pond on the south side of Wescott Road and staff
recommended approval. Wachter moved, Egan seconded the motion to
approve the plans and schedule a bid opening to be held at 10:30
a.m. on Thursday, July 2, 1987 at the City Municipal Center. All
voted yes.
LONE OAK DRIVE - STREET & UTILITIES - CONTRACT #87-H
It was recommended that the Council approve the Escrow
Agreement/Financial Guarantee Contract for Contract #87-H for Lone
Oak Drive streets and utilities and authorize the mayor and city
Clerk to execute all related documents. Egan moved, Ellison
seconded the motion to approve and implement the recommendations.
All members voted yes.
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PARK CLIFF ADDITION - STORM SEWER PROBLEMS
Mark Voight, and two other neighbors, in Park Cliff Addition,
appeared informally before the City Council and indicated some
serious storm sewer erosion problems had taken place on their lots
due to lack of sufficient storm sewer installation. Mr. Colbert
described the problem and the property owners present, requested
that the storm sewer pipes be extended. Jim Gordon, one of the
neighbors, was present and stated that he tried installing rock but
it had eroded. Egan moved, Wachter seconded the motion to order the
preparation of a feasibility report and notice all appropriate
parties that may have responsibility but prior to scheduling a
public hearing, that the proposal, including cost estimates, be
submitted to the City Council for its review. All councilmembers
voted yes..
PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT - STREET LIGHTING POLICY
Public Works Director Tom Colbert described to the City Council
a question that has arisen whether the City should be initiating the
installation of street lights on collector and arterial streets.
One developer has requested the City install street lights on
collector and arterial streets, including county roads, at City
expense. He noted that the policies and procedures of the two
electric power companies differ. Smith recommended that burying of
the conduit be permitted but noted the difficulty in assessing
affected property owners who do not request the installation.
Blomquist moved, Egan seconded the motion to refer the issue to the
Developer's Task Force for review and recommendation. All voted in
favor.
GUN CLUB LAKE - WATER MANAGEMENT ORGANIZATION
Mr. Colbert noted that Diane Worner Hood, a member of the Gun
Club Lake WMO had not responded to requests of the staff whether she
intended to continue as a member of the organization. The staff
recommended that she be removed from her position. Egan moved,
Ellison seconded the motion to approve the recommendation. All
members voted yes.
JOINT PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
The City Council scheduled June 30, 1987 at 7:00 p.m. as a joint
meeting with the Advisory Planning Commission to discuss a proposed
Ordinance and Comprehensive Guide Review revision regarding freeway
zoning and uses.
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BIRCH PARK ADDITION - TRAFFIC REQUEST
A request from several residents in Birch Park Addition along
Denmark Avenue to reduce the traffic speed on Denmark Avenue was
presented to the Council. Council directed staff to contact the
property owners and also to request additional police surveillance
along Denmark Avenue.
E-Z AIRPARK - STORM SEWER PROJECT
The Public Works Director reported that a request had been made
from the railroad company adjacent to the E-Z Airpark project,
indicating that a crossing of the railroad right-of-way will cost
$10,000.00. or $500.00 per year. The Councilmembers discussed the
alternates and directed the staff to further negotiate the
acquisition of the easement and to avoid the lump sum payment of the
cost, if it appears to be excessive.
1987 SEAL COATING - CONTRACT #87-8
Public Works Director Colbert recommended expanding Seal Coating
Contract #87-8 to include the parking lot at the Eagan Municipal
Center. Egan moved, Wachter seconded the motion to approve the
amendment to the sealcoating project. All members voted in favor.
SPERRY - WATER RESERVOIR - REPAINTING
Mr. Colbert recommended that the City Council authorize bids to
repaint the Sperry water reservoir and the City Engineer was
requested to submit plans for the repainting project.
WELL PROJECT - PLANS & SPECIFICATIONS
The Public Works Director recommended that the City Council
authorize the preparation of plans and specifications for two
additional wells, one to be located on the Blue Cross property and
another adjacent to Well Site #5. Egan moved, Wachter seconded the
motion to direct the consulting engineer to prepare plans and
specifications and submit them to the City Council for review. All
voted yes.
MAINTENANCE BUILDING - CONTRACT #85-21A
The staff recommended that the Council approve Change Order No.
1 to Contract #85-21A consisting of the auto-fuel site for the
maintenance building at an estimated cost of $679.35. Egan moved,
Wachter seconded the motion to approve and authorize the
implementation of the recommendation. All members voted aye.
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TECHNOLOGY CIRCLE - VACATION OF RIGHT-OF-WAY
A request for vacation of a portion of right-of-way on
Technology Circle was submitted by Cray Research. Smith moved,
Ellison seconded the motion to receive the Petition and authorize a
public hearing to be scheduled on July 7, 1987 at 7:00 p.m. at the
Eagan Municipal Center. All voted yes.
ASSESSMENT COMMITTEE MEETING
An Assessment Committee meeting was scheduled for Thursday, June
25, 1987 at 4:00 p.m. at the City Municipal Center.
COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE AMENDMENT
Dale Runkle explained that a Metropolitan Council planner had
contacted his office and indicated that certain revisions to the
Eagan Comprehensive Guide submitted in early 1987 may have an impact
on the Metropolitan Airports Section of the Metro Guide and an
additional 90-day review will be required.
CHECKLIST
Smith moved, Wachter seconded the motion to approve the
checklist dated June 2, 1987 in the amount of $619,781.57. All
voted in favor.
ADJOURNMENT
Upon motion by Wachter, seconded Egan, it was resolved that the
meeting adjourn at 10:35 p.m. All voted in favor.
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