03/17/1987 - City Council Regular
MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE EAGAN CITY COUNCIL
EAGAN, MINNESOTA
MARCH 17, 1987
A regular meeting of the Eagan City Council was held on Tuesday,
March 17, 1987 at 6:30 p.m. at the Eagan Municipal Center. Present
were Mayor Blomquist and Councilmembers Smith, Wachter, Egan and
Ellison. Also present were City Administrator Tom Hedges, Public
Works Director Tom Colbert, City Planner Dale Runkle, Consulting
Engineers Bob Rosene and Mark Hanson, and City Attorney Paul Hauge.
AGENDA
Wachter moved, Smith seconded the motion to approve the agenda
as presented. All voted yes.
MINUTES
March 3, 1987 - Regular Meeting. Upon motion by Ellison,
seconded Wac ter, it was resolved that minutes of the March 3, 1987
regular City Council meeting be approved with exception on page 8
relating to Eagan Hills Farms, that John Hankinson, on behalf of
Sienna Corporation, stated that if all lots complied with the 85
foot width minimum in Bridle Ridge, that 57 additional lots could be
permitted. All members voted yea.
February 24, 1987 - Special Joint Meeting. Egan moved, Smith
seconded the motion to approve the minutes of the special joint
meeting with the Park Commission and City Council of February 24,
1987. All members voted aye.
CHAMBER OF COMMERCE WEEK
Mayor Blomquist proclaimed the week of April 21 through April 25
as Chamber of Commerce Week in Eagan at the request of the Eagan
Chamber of Commerce.
AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY - DAFFODIL DAYS CELEBRATION
Mayor Blomquist read a request from the American Cancer Society
and proclaimed March 30 through April 1 as Annual Daffodil Days
Celebration in the City of Eagan.
BURNSVILLE/EAGAN CABLE COMMISSION
Ralph Campbell, the Cable Administrator for the Burnsville/Eagan
Joint Cable Commission, appeared and updated the City Council
regarding current cable issues. He indicated that James Glish of
Burnsville is the new Chairman of the Joint Cable Commission, and
the Vice-Chair is Bob Cooper of Eagan. He further noted that cable
penetration is about 45% of the market within the two cities at the
present time.
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CONSENT AGENDA
The following consent agenda items were presented and
recommended to be approved:
1. Personnel Items.
a. Part-time Police Dispatcher. It was noted that Susan
Diehl has notified the City that she will not accept the part-time
police dispatcher position and it was recommended that the Council
authorize the advertisement for a new part-time dispatcher.
b. Police Officer. It was recommended that Brian Gunderson
be hired as a police officer with the Eagan Police Department
effective April 1, 1987.
c. Community Service Officer. The recommendation was made
that James Thieland be engaged as a Community Service Officer with
the Eagan Police Department effective April 1, 1987.
d. Seasonal Street Maintenance Worker. The recommendation
was made that Keith Wallace be hired as a seasonal maintenance
worker for the streets and equipment division effective March 18,
1987.
e. Zoning Administrator Salary. A recommendation was made
by the staff to approve setting the salary for the new Zoning
Administrator position in the planning department, at 85% of total
equity of the City's compensation plan, with an advertisement for
the entry level range of $1,946.00 to $2,004.00 per month.
f. Park Maintenance Worker. It was recommended that John
VonBank be hired as a seasonal maintenance worker in the Parks
Department effective March 14, 1987.
g. Planning Intern. It was recommended that Kenneth
Roberts be hired as a Planning Intern.
2. Technical Advisory Committee/Transportation Advisory Board.
A recommendation was made by the City that Jon Hohenstein be
appointed to serve on the Technical Advisory Committee Aviation Sub-
Committee through the Transportation Advisory Board. A response
letter had been received from the Chairman of the TAC and it was
recommended that the City Council recommend to the AMM that Jon
Hohenstein be considered for the appointment to the Technical
Advisory Committee.
3. Eagan Hills Farm - Project #491. The feasibility report for
Eagan Hills Farm trunk utilities and streets under Project #491 has
now been completed and it was recommended that the Council receive
the report and authorize the public hearing to be scheduled on April
21, 1987 at the City Hall at 7:00 p.m.
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4. East Wescott Road - Project #494. The feasibility report
for Project #494 regarding streets and utility improvements on East
Wescott Road was submitted by the consulting engineering firm. The
staff recommended the report be received and that the Council
schedule a public hearing at the Municipal Center at 7:00 p.m. on
April 21, 1987.
5. Dallas Development 2nd Addition - Kennebec Drive - Project
#495. A petition had been received for street and utility
improvements in the proposed Dallas Development 2nd Addition and
Kennebec Drive and it was recommended that the Council receive the
petition and authorize the preparation of the feasibility report.
6. Brittany 10th Addition - Project #496. An application had
been received from the developer of Brittany 10th Addition
requesting a feasibility report for storm sewer in that Addition.
It was recommended to the City Council by the staff that the Council
receive the petition and authorize the preparation of a feasibility
report by the consulting engineering firm, Bonestroo, Rosene and
Anderlik.
7. Royal Oak Circle - Project #432. The assessment roll has
now been completed for Project #432 consisting of utility and street
improvements to service the Royal Oak Circle apartment project. The
recommendation was made that the Council receive the roll and
schedule a public hearing for April 21, 1987 at the Municipal Center
beginning at 7:00 p.m.
8. Windtree 5th and 6th Additions - Project #462. The final
assessment roll covering assessments for Windtree 5th and 6th
Additions under Project #462 has been completed and the staff
recommended to the Council that it receive the roll and schedule the
hearing before the City Council on April 21, 1987 beginning at 7:00
p.m.
9. Larry Billmeyer Property in Section 26 - Project #497. A
request had been made by Larry Billmeyer of 825 Cliff Road to study
the feasibility of water and sewer service for his property. It was
recommended the petition be received and the Council authorize the
preparation of the feasibility report by the consulting engineering
firm.
10. Crestridge Lane - Road Right-of-Way Vacation. A Petition
had been received by the developer of the Pinecrest Addition for the
vacation of a portion of Crestridge Lane. It was recommended that
the Council receive the Petition and schedule a public hearing for
April 21, 1987 at 7:00 p.m. at the Eagan Municipal Center.
Egan moved, Wachter seconded the motion to approve and authorize
the implementation of all of the consent agenda items presented
above. All voted yes.
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C. C. LUDWIG AWARD
A letter was received from Kenneth Rosland, Edina City Manager,
requesting the Eagan City Council adopt a Resolution favoring the
nomination of C. Wayne Courtney for the C. C. Ludwig Award, given at
the League of Cities Convention. After discussion, upon motion by
Blomquist, seconded Ellison, it was resolved that the Council
endorse Wayne Courtney for the C. C. Ludwig Award. All members
voted yes.
PARK DEPARTMENT - OUT-STATE VEHICLE USAGE
A request had been made by Ken Vraa, the Director of Parks and
Recreation to acquire approval from the council for use of a City
vehicle by two park staff members to attend an executive development
program meeting in Bloomington, Indiana on March 22, 1987. Based
upon the comparative costs involved, the fact that two members are
attending the convention, Smith moved, Egan seconded the motion to
authorize the use of the park vehicle for the purpose requested.
All members voted in favor.
SPECIAL MEETING - MARCH 31, 1987
A special Council meeting was scheduled for March 31, 1987 at
7:00 p.m. at the Eagan Municipal Center to discuss miscellaneous
issues, including a transportation study, a senior housing study,
freeway zoning, etc. Smith moved, Wachter seconded the motion to
schedule the meeting for the time described above. All members
voted aye.
BRAUN COURT - STREET IMPROVEMENTS - PROJECT #487 - PUBLIC HEARING
The public hearing regarding Braun Court under Project #487 for
street and storm sewer improvements was reconvened by Mayor
Blomquist. Tom Colbert noted that a public hearing had been
continued from the February 17, 1987 council meeting for further
consideration by the affected property owners and that several
neighborhood property owners had met with staff members. Henry
Braun was present in the audience and asked for another continuance
in order to review the assessment issues further. Wachter moved,
Egan seconded the motion to continue the public hearing
indefinitely. All voted yes.
E Z AIRPARK - PROJECT #486 - STORM SEWER
The Mayor reconvened the public hearing regarding Project #486
concerning storm sewer in the E Z Airpark area which had last been
continued at the March 3, 1987 regular meeting. Tom Colbert
introduced the project and Mark Hanson described the present status
of the proposal for storm sewer outlet. He reviewed the fourth
alternate regarding the Villaume Industries property with a proposal
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for an elongated 60 foot by 1,100 foot ponding area along the
railroad right-of-way. The estimated construction cost would be
$86,270.00 with $30,500.00 cost for the land.
Mr. Colbert noted that both McKee Enterprises and Contract
Beverages had now submitted letters indicating withdrawal of their
objections to the project, and he recommended that the project as
originally proposed be approved by the City Council. Jim Luzum, a
representative of Villaume Industries, appeared and also recommended
approval of the original proposal. Wachter moved, Egan seconded the
motion to close the hearing, to order in Project #486 according to
the feasibility report and to authorize the preparation of plans and
specifications. The manager of the E Z Airpark also appeared and
spoke in favor of the Council's proposed action. It was noted that
in the event that Villaume Industries develops its property to a
greater extent, that the additional storm sewer outlet pipe to the
north will be required at that time. All councilmembers voted
affirmatively.
GREENSBORO 2ND ADDITION - PROJECT #493
The public hearing regarding street and utility improvements
under Project #493 in Greensboro 2nd Addition was convened by Mayor
Blomquist. Mr. Colbert and Mr. Hanson described the project,
indicating the improvements were in the second phase of the
development of the Greensboro Addition, located north of Wescott
Road and south of Carriage Hills Golf Course. It was suggested an
agreement be entered into with the owner of the Carriage Hills Golf
Course regarding the payment of assessments for the sanitary sewer,
noting that the pipe was scheduled to be installed at a depth that
would authorize development of a portion of the golf course
property. Councilman Smith moved, Councilman Egan seconded the
motion to close the hearing, to order in the project and authorize
the plans and specifications with the understanding that the depth
of the sanitary sewer line will be determined after submission of
the plans and specifications and after the staff has made contact
and negotiated with the owner of the Carriage Hills Golf Course
concerning the assessment of that benefited property for sanitary
sewer purposes. All members voted yes.
FENCING OF EXPOSED BASEMENTS
A request had been made by Terry Bohling of 1059 Briar Creek
Road at the February 17, 1987 City Council meeting that the Council
consider an ordinance that would require contractors and builders to
fence all exposed basement units during construction. Mr. Bohling
was concerned about safety around the exposed construction sites.
City Administrator Tom Hedges expressed concerns of the staff about
City enforcement of the fencing requirement, particularly after
regular working hours during the construction season. Acting Chief
Building Inspector Doug Reid was present and answered questions of
the City Council. Mr. Reid recommended the readoption of the policy
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regarding citizen complaints and the inspection by department staff
within 24 hours, depending on the potential hazard of such
construction sites. Egan moved, Wachter seconded the motion to
approve the existing policy and to continue the policy recommended
by the staff. All voted yes.
STONE BRIDGE & BRIDLE RIDGE PROPOSALS
Mayor Blomquist asked Tom Hedges to open the discussion
concerning the Stone Bridge and Bridle Ridge planned development
applications as a part of the over-all Eagan Hills Farm project.
Dale Runkle briefly described the revisions that were requested by
the City Council since the City Council meeting of March 3, 1987
covering the following items:
1. The development team has provided maps including streets,
park land, small lots, executive lots, and other pertinent
information.
2. There was concern as to whether 50 foot or 60 foot minimum
street widths should be provided and the developers included 50 foot
streets in certain locations.
3. The City Council suggested the development team consider a
PUD for the remaining phases that were left to develop after the
Bridle Ridge and Stone Bridge planned developments are acted upon.
4. The Council was concerned about the lot sizes and
specifically directed the developers to return with 12,000 square
foot minimum lot sizes and 85 foot minimum frontages.
5. The recommendation was made that certain outlots proposed
with the Bridle Ridge Addition planned development be eliminated and
the land area then be incorporated as part of adjoining lots.
A. STONE BRIDGE PLANNED DEVELOPMENT.
Dale Runkle indicated that within 30 days, it is expected the
responses shall be received from the appropriate agencies concerning
their comments regarding the planned developments. He noted that
the Stone Bridge plan will meet the minimum R-1 lot requirements,
but a planned development is being requested with setback issues
still existing.
David Sellergren, attorney, appeared for the applicants and made
a presentation concerning the two developments, jointly, indicating
that Stone Bridge included 202 lots, including nine R-1 lots in the
northeast corner of the plat, and that certain streets will retain
the 50 foot right-of-way according to the request. A representative
of United Mortgage was present, as was Wayne Tauer of Pioneer
Engineering .
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There was concern about the property exception parcel owned by
the Johnsons along Dodd Road and where access to the street must
pass. Dale Runkle stated that negotiations or condemnation will be
required in order to acquire access through the Johnson property.
Mr. Sellergren argued that the narrower streets may be more
attractive and the Developers Task Force has recommended that if
there are less than 1,000 trips per day, that a 50 foot minimum
should be permitted. Mr. Colbert stated the traffic volume is an
issue but recommended 60 foot access to Wescott Road; cul-de-sacs
could be 50 feet but possibly others should also be 60 foot minimum
width.
Councilman Smith asked where there are 50 foot rights-of-way and
parking on one side only, what would the impact be concerning the
Eagan winter parking program. Mr. Colbert stated that this may not
create a problem. Mr. Tauer stated that the developer could comply
with the minimum street width requirements.
Councilman Wachter asked whether the park proposal was adequate
according to the Park Commission's requirements. Park and
Recreation Director Ken Vraa was present and noted the design
proposal included active area in park parcel II, and also a possible
active area along Wescott Road. About 25 acres is proposed to be
dedicated within the two plats in question. Erosion control
measures were described and he noted that the developer will be
required to regrade the property.
Councilman Egan asked whether any lots were compromised by
increasing their sizes to minimum lot sizes and Tauer's answer was,
"no, and that there were very minor changes only". There was
discussion concerning the outlot for Pond GP-7 and Mr. Tauer stated
that a temporary pond could be installed at the northeast corner.
Mr. Sellergren agreed that the developer will work out the storm
sewer issue to the City's satisfaction, prior to final plat
approval.
Wachter moved, Egan seconded the motion to approve the
application for rezoning for Stone Bridge from A (Agricultural) to
R-1 Planned Development, noting that there are two deviations in the
street widths. All members voted yes.
Egan then moved, Ellison seconded the motion to approve the
application for preliminary plat, subject to the following
conditions:
1. 60 foot minimum street widths will be incorporated as
required through negotiations with the staff and it was understood
that the cul-de-sacs and one of the inter-connector streets in the
south could retain the 50 foot minimum street width.
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2. A 50 foot half right-of-way shall be dedicated for Wescott
and Dodd Roads adjacent to this development. An 80 foot right-of-
way shall be dedicated for Elrene Road and a 40 foot right-of-way
shall be dedicated for the southerly extension of the collector
street to the southwest corner.
3. In addition to the required common lot line drainage and
utility easements, all ponding easements and utility easements
located outside of public right-of-way shall be dedicated with the
final plat as required by final detail design alignment, depth and
dimensions.
4. This development hall be responsible for the acquisition of
all permanent right-of-way, utility and ponding easements in
addition to temporary slope and construction easements from the
undeveloped property adjacent to this proposal. In addition, this
development shall assume its pro-rata share on an area basis for all
costs associated with the acquisition of permanent and construction
easements to install the trunk sanitary sewer lift station and force
main outlet on the east side of Dodd Road and the connection of
Elrene Road to Dodd Road.
5. This development shall grade all park land and collector
street alignments to the final design standards as required by the
City.
6. An outlet for Pond GP-7 shall be ordered by Council action
prior to final plat approval, or approximately 30 lots in the
northeast corner shall be incorporated into an outlot until the
required storm sewer outlet has been approved.
7. This development shall provide a public street access to
Wescott Road at approximately 1,300 feet west of the existing
centerline intersection of Dodd Road with Wescott.
8. The installation of trunk sanitary sewer, water main, storm
sewer and collector road construction/upgrading shall be ordered by
Council action prior to final plat approval.
9. This development shall assume its future assessment
obligation for the upgrading of Dodd Road at the rates in effect at
the time of final plat approval based on final plat calculations for
frontage abutting Dodd Road. This development shall be responsible
for the acquisition of all regulatory agency permits in a time frame
consistent with their requirements.
10. This development shall provide sanitary sewer and water
lateral or service stubs to the adjacent undeveloped property at the
appropriate locations.
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11. The Environmental Assessment Worksheet shall be reviewed
and approved by all agencies prior to any construction or site
preparation.
12. A planned development agreement shall be entered into
specifying the lot size deviations in accordance with this specific
plan.
13. The applicant shall meet with adjacent property owners in
order to provide the extension of Elrene Road as well as the
potential to stub proposed cul-de-sacs to adjacent properties.
14. The City shall authorize all improvements to be installed
in this area.
15. All standard plat conditions shall be complied with.
16. The Park Committee's recommendations shall be complied with
by the developer.
All members voted yes.
2. BRIDLE RIDGE PLANNED DEVELOPMENT
Mr. Sellergren continued the presentation regarding Bridle Ridge
planned development and noted that three lots of the 202 lots are
less than 85 foot frontage and 12,000 square foot in size, that 6
lots are less than 12,000 square feet and 20 lots less than 85 foot
frontage. Other representatives of the applicant were present,
including Rod Hardy and James Hill. Mr. Sellergren explained the
slope with the tree concentration along Wescott Road and the
constraints involved in the development. He recommended that the
trees along the west line be protected by the developer originally,
and later that maintenance be taken over by the City. He indicated
that several of the proposed outlots are now included as part of
abutting lots to avoid the tax forfeiture potential. The entry area
from Wescott Road was recommended to be retained to utilize the
retaining wall rather than the 3 to 1 slope that was being proposed
in order to retain the trees in the location.
Councilman Egan asked whether there are any compromises
regarding the increases in lot sizes and Mr. Sellergren indicated
that the small lots in the south were created because of the deeper
park and the steep slopes. Councilman Ellison asked whether the
developer could not comply with all minimum requirements if one or
two lots are removed. Mr. Colbert recommended that the Bridle Ridge
road right-of-way be retained for 60 foot right-of-way and noted
that not all sites on the road are executive home sites and could
create winter parking problems. Mr. Sellergren stated that there
would be parking only on one side of the street. Mr. Hardy also
suggested that all parking be prohibited on the street.
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Smith moved, Wachter seconded the motion to approve the
application for rezoning of the property for Bridle Ridge PD
consisting of approximately 123.3 acres with 202 single family lots
from A (Agricultural) to R-1 Planned Development. All voted in
favor.
Smith moved, Egan seconded the motion to approve the application
for preliminary plat approval, conditioned upon the following:
1. The road network shall be studied by the staff and the final
review and approval of the road pattern and street widths will be
made by the City Council.
2. A 50 foot half right-of-way shall be dedicated for Wescott
Road. An 80 foot right-of-way shall be dedicated for Elrene Road.
A 40 foot half right-of-way shall be dedicated for the north/south
collector from Elrene Road to the future Northview Park Road at the
southern boundary.
3. All internal loop streets shall have a minimum 60 foot
right-of-way and all cul-de-sacs shall have a minimum 55 foot radius
without a center island or a 65 foot minimum radius with a center
island.
4. A lift station manhole and inlet pipe shall be constructed
in the land locked drainage basin adjacent to Wescott Road between
Surrey Woods Road and Bridle Ridge Road to accommodate a future
temporary pump unless soil percolation tests verify this drainage
basin's ability to be self-sufficient.
5. The northerly 600 feet of Bridle Ridge Road, related cul-de-
sac and adjacent lots should be lowered approximately 10 feet to
minimize the backyard slopes and access grades from Wescott Road.
6. The installation of trunk sanitary sewer, storm sewer, water
main facilities and required collector roads shall be ordered for
installation by Council action prior to final plat approval.
7. This development shall dedicate all required ponding
easements and storm sewer utility easements as required by final
approved utility construction and grading plans.
8. This development shall provide or assume its pro rate per
acre share of costs associated with the acquisition of all street
right-of-way, utility easements or ponding easements located outside
of the boundaries of this development as necessary to provide street
and utility service to this subdivision.
9. This development shall acquire all regulatory agency permits
within the time frame required by the affected agency.
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10. This development shall perform or provide all grading
requirements necessary for the full right-of-way width construction
of the internal collector roads and adjacent parklands to City
approved standards.
11. Final detailed grading, drainage and erosion control plan
shall be submitted and approved prior to final plat approval.
12. Temporary cul-de-sacs shall be constructed at the ends of
all stub streets to City standards where their extension is not
scheduled.
13. In addition to the required common lot line drainage and
utility easements, this development shall dedicate with the final
plat all drainage and utility easements located outside the public
right-of -way.
14. An internal storm sewer lateral system shall be installed
to insure interceptor catch basins are provided at least every 600
feet.
15. Surrey Woods Court, Carriage circle and Coral Circle shall
provide water main looping as required by City staff.
16. Carriage Lane street alignment west of Elrene Road shall be
revised to eliminate the proposed "bubble".
17. Satisfactory findings and approvals are given on the EAW
prior to any construction or grading of the site.
18. A planned development agreement shall be entered into for
the Bridle Ridge planned development, spelling out the deviations in
the lot size requirements.
19. The City shall authorize the installation of the major
trunk utilities to this area.
20. A homeowners association shall be established and documents
reviewed and approved by the City in order that maintenance
agreements are established for any outlots and common property.
21. All standard plat conditions shall be adhered to.
22. The Park Committee's recommendations shall be complied
with.
All councilmembers voted in favor.
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ROCKWOODS ADDITION - REZONING & PRELIMINARY PLAT
The application of Jane and Samuel Rockwood for rezoning from
R-2 within the Lexington South PD to R-1 Single Family, and
preliminary plat approval of Rockwoods Addition consisting of two
lots, was brought to the City Council. The application had been
presented at the March 3, 1987 Council Meeting and the Advisory
Planning Commission recommended approval of the application. Dale
Runkle indicated that staff had reviewed the potential street
pattern in the area and recommended that no more than one additional
lot could be added, in the event that sewer and water are available
in the area. Staff therefore recommended approval of the plat.
Upon motion by Wachter, seconded Smith, it was resolved that the
application for rezoning be approved and the application for
preliminary plat be approved, subject to the following conditions:
1. All standard platting conditions shall be adhered to.
2. This plat shall be subject to the required Parks Dedication
fee.
3. A ponding easement shall be dedicated to incorporate the
890.0 elevation.
4. This development shall assume the related trunk area
sanitary sewer and water assessments and accept the financial
obligation of the revised trunk area storm sewer assessments in
accordance with the rates in effect at the time of final plat
approval as calculated by the final plat dimensions.
5. On site septic and private well systems shall be constructed
in accordance with WPC 40 and all other regulatory agency rules and
regulations.
All members voted yes. SEE PLAT FILE
BLUE BELL ICE CREAM REQUEST
An application was submitted by a Blue Bell Ice Cream operator
for a permit to operate ice cream trucks on public streets
throughout the City in 1987. Tom Hedges reviewed the approval that
was given by the Council on July 1, 1986 for a similar application
and the conditions that were imposed upon Blue Bell at that time.
He noted there were some reservations by staff whether the Council
should allow exceptions to the Solicitation Ordinance, but at a
minimum, require review on a case by case basis. After discussion
and upon presentation of the application, Egan moved, Wachter
seconded the motion to approve the application, subject to the
following conditions:
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1. That the applicant will notify the police department when
the operations are to start.
2. That the time frame shall be from April through October of
1987.
3. The applicant shall submit an acceptable insurance
certificate.
4. The hours of operation shall be from noon until 15 minutes
prior to sunset.
5. The trucks shall not generate a noise level greater than 65
decibels.
6. Caution swing arms shall be required on each vehicle.
7. Local employment shall be used for drivers operating in
Eagan.
All members voted in favor.
STAFFORD PLACE - REZONING & PRELIMINARY PLAT
The application of Delta Development for rezoning approval from
A (Agricultural) to R-1, and preliminary plat approval consisting of
180 lots on 88 acres, north of Diffley Road, came next to the
Council. Mr. Hedges noted that staff had requested a continuance
when the application was initially submitted in order to resolve
primarily the north-south road between Diffley and Northview Road.
Dale Runkle described the application and stated that all lots meet
the minimum City requirements. He also described the proposed swap
with the ISD #196 property to the west. Mr. Runkle noted that the
final information regarding the application, had not been reviewed
by the staff prior to the Advisory Planning Commission and therefore
the Planning Commission submitted the application to the Council
without recommendation at its meeting on February 24, 1987.
Wachter recommended that because the Planning Commission had not
reviewed the full staff report, that the applications should be
returned to the Planning Commission for recommendation.
Mark Parranto was present and explained the reasons for the
delay from October to the February Planning Commission meeting.
There was discussion concerning Lots 22 - 25, Block 1, due to future
upgrading of County Road #30 and the very steep terrain with a
retaining wall alternate for development purposes.
Erosion control issues were discussed and recommendations were
submitted by the Soil and Water Conservation District. Mr. Parranto
stated that all lots will meet the 85 foot minimum frontage
requirement at the setback line.
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Smith moved, Ellison seconded the motion to approve the
application for rezoning as requested. All voted yes except Wachter
who voted no, indicating that it was his opinion that the
application should be returned to the Planning Commission and also
more coordination be obtained from District #196.
Egan then moved for approval of the Comprehensive Guide Plan
revision as required, Smith seconded the motion. All voted yes
except Wachter who voted against.
Egan then moved, Smith seconded the motion to approve the
application for preliminary plat, subject to the following
conditions:
1. The City Council shall authorize the installation of trunk
watermain, trunk storm sewer and sanitary sewer facilities, the
north/south collector road prior to final plat approval.
2. This development shall dedicate the necessary half right-of-
way for Diffley Road as required by the County.
3. This development shall provide all easements and rights-of-
way necessary for Northview Park Road and the north/south collector
road, ponding and utility easements necessary to provide sanitary
sewer and storm sewer service to this development.
4. This development shall assume all assessment obligations
associated with upgrading Diffley Road, the north south collector
road and trunk area utilities.
5. All detailed utility and street improvement plans shall be
designed in accordance with the current City engineering standards
and requirements.
6. All standard City plat conditions shall apply.
7. The development of Lots 22-25, Block 1, is questionable due
to the future upgrading of County Road #30. The road loop in the
southeast corner of the development may, dependent upon County Road
#30, be required to move northerly.
8. The land locked low area in the southwest corner of this
development, adjacent to Diffley Road, shall have City approved
outlet constructed.
9. The backyards of Lots 2 and 3, Block 3, and Lots 1-5, 16-21,
Block 6, shall have storm sewer extended to them or additional
grading done to provide positive drainage to the street.
10. The construction of the outlet for Pond JP-21 shall be a
requirement of this development.
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11. The location of the required number of watermain pressure
reducing stations shall be coordinated with City staff.
12. A lateral watermain shall be extended easterly in the
easterly stub street to the west property line of the development.
13. Watermain in the north/south collector street shall connect
to the trunk main in Northview Park Road.
14. Sanitary sewer service shall be extended to serve the
unplatted parcel abutting County Road #30.
15. All street widths (F-F) and right-of-way widths shall be as
set forth in the body of this review.
16. This development shall perform erosion/sediment control
measures in accordance with the City of Eagan's Erosion Control
Manual and recommendations made by Dakota County Soil and Water
Conservation District. See the attached Exhibit "A".
17. All lots shall comply with the 85 foot, 12,000 square foot
criteria for an R-1 District.
18. The outlots shall be included in the adjacent plats when
the property is developed.
19. The Park Committee recommendations shall also be
implemented.
It was noted that the Conservation District recommendations will
be implemented prior to the final plat approval. Mr. Parranto
questioned the 60 foot street right-of-way requirement and requested
that the applicant be allowed to review the issue with the staff,
with the understanding that 50 foot rights-of-way will be permitted
on the cul-de-sacs and that final determination of the right-of-way
widths on other streets will be approved by the City Council and
prior to the final plat approval. All voted affirmatively, except
Wachter who voted no. SEE PLAT FILE
ACCESSORY HOUSING ORDINANCE - SECTION 11.20
The Advisory Planning Commission at its meeting on February 24,
1987 recommended that the Council approve the accessory housing
ordinance that had last been considered at the January 6, 1987 City
Council meeting. After discussion, and upon motion by Egan,
seconded Smith, it was resolved that the ordinance be approved and
that the City Attorney's office be authorized to publish the draft
of the ordinance. All voted yes.
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BRAA INCORPORATED - SAFARI 3RD ADDITION - WAIVER OF PLAT
A request for waiver of plat for BRAA Incorporated in order to
shift the property line on Lot 6, Block 2, Safari 3rd Addition, was
brought to the Council. The APC recommended approval. Tom Colbert
briefly explained the request, noting that the issue had been
submitted to the City Council at an earlier time and he stated that
as soon as the new property line is created through the waiver
process, the acquisition of a new 10 foot easement and vacation of
the existing 10 foot easement may take place. Wachter moved, Smith
seconded the motion, all voted in favor to approve the waiver of
plat, subject to compliance with applicable ordinances.
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LEHMANS GARAGE INCORPORATED - CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
The application of Lehmans Garage, Inc. for a conditional use
permit for a 20 foot tall pylon sign located on Lot 6, Block 2,
Cedar Industrial Park was brought to the Council for its
consideration. The Planning Commission recommended approval and a
representative of Lehmans was present. Ellison moved, Wachter
seconded the motion to approve the application as submitted, subject
to compliance with the City sign ordinance. All voted yea.
BLACKHAWK PLAZA - GAS PUMP - CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
The application of Blackhawk Plaza, Inc./Steve Ramsey for
conditional use permit to allow gas pumps and service bays on
separate lots in the Blackhawk Plaza Shopping Center on Blackhawk
and Diffley Road was next brought to the Council. The APC at its
meeting on February 26, 1987 recommended denial of the application
for the reasons provided in its minutes. Dale Runkle reviewed the
application and explained that staff had reviewed the proposal in
detail with the developer, recommending changes in the proposed
plan. Mayor Blomquist noted specific design criteria had been
imposed upon the development in order to lessen the impact on the
residential neighboring owners.
John Wells of Kathryn Circle west of Blackhawk Road appeared,
was concerned about the higher elevation of the shopping center and
understood that it would be placed at a lower level. He expected
berming also at a higher point. There were questions about berming,
planting, and location of the gas station site in the original
approved plan. Because of some uncertainties as to the Council's
conditions placed upon the shopping center approval, originally,
Wachter moved, Egan seconded the motion to continue the application
to the next regular meeting to acquire more complete information as
requested. All members voted yea.
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BOULDER RIDGE - PRELIMINARY PLAT
The application submitted by New American Homes for preliminary
plat approval of Boulder Ridge consisting of 71 townhouse units
on approximately 18 acres on the south side of Diffley Road came
next to the Council. Dale Runkle reviewed the application, noting
that the Advisory Planning Commission recommended approval, subject
to conditions at its last regular meeting. The original plan was
recommended for denial by the Advisory Planning Commission in December
of 1986 and the applicant withdrew that application and submitted
revisions to the plan. There is one fewer unit with the overall
density after park dedication of approximately 900 square feet
of building coverage with total site coverage of 16% of the 9.2
acres to be developed. The additional 9.5 acres will be dedicated
to the City for a neighborhood park facility, including pond.
David Sellergren appeared on behalf of the applicant and stated
that discussions had been held concerning the acquisition of the
property, with the owner to the west, Dan Dolan. He noted that
the number of units has been reduced, and a strong attempt is being
made to retain the existing pine stand. The units will be owner
occupied with sale prices of $80,000 to $90,000 per unit. Councilman
Egan had concerns about safety problems on the sub street extending
to Diffley Road, and Councilman Smith was concerned about a single
cul-de-sac and recommended access to the west. Greg Frank, engineer,
appeared and stated that he expected there would be no additional
access to Thomas Lake Road if the parcel to the west is acquired,
but that the applicant will explore that possibility.
Smith moved, Egan seconded the motion to approve the application
for preliminary plat, subject to the following:
1. The second access to Thomas Lake Road should provide direct
access to the land to the west before the final plat is approved.
2. All private streets and public utilities necessary to
service the development shall be constructed in accordance with
plans and specifications approved by the Engineering Division and
in accordance with City standards,. policies and codes.
3. All surface water drainage from this development shall
be intercepted and discharged directly into the existing trunk
storm sewer facility.
4. A final detailed grading, drainage and erosion control
plan shall be approved by the Engineering Division prior to final
plat approval.
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5. All required retaining walls shall be constructed in
accordance with City standards and Codes.
6. All internal streets shall have a minimum width of 28 feet
and a minimum cul-de-sac radius of 40 feet.
7. No structural building shall be located closer than 25 feet
to the centerline of the existing trunk sanitary sewer or storm
sewer facilities.
8. This development shall acquire or dedicate all necessary
utility easements, public rights-of-way and temporary slope ponding
easements as required by the City or the County.
9. This development shall be responsible for the acquisition of
all required regulatory agency permits in accordance with their
stipulated time frames.
10. This development shall be responsible for the upgrading of
trunk related assessments associated with the rezoning and any
additional trunk areas, lateral benefit or front footage assessments
previously not levied and/or associated with the future upgrading of
County Road. 30.
11. This development shall extend a sanitary sewer lateral to
the west property line for future extension and service to the
undeveloped property to the west.
12. This development shall be subject to all conditions and
restrictions of Dakota County regarding its proposed street access
and platting adjacent to County right-of-way.
13. A ponding easement shall be dedicated incorporating the
887.0 elevation around Heine Pond.
14. The required conservation easement for the side hill on the
west side of Heine Pond shall be properly conveyed and recorded
simultaneously with the final plat.
15. All standard plat conditions shall be adhered to.
16. A 10 foot setback variance to 20 feet shall be granted for
Unit 60.
17. A copy of the homeowners association's articles and by-laws
shall be reviewed and approved by the City Attorney.
18. The park land dedication shall be fulfilled in accordance
with the PD Agreement and the Advisory Park and Recreation
Commission recommendations.
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19. A financial guarantee for the landscaping shall not be
released until one year following the installation date.
All voted affirmatively. SEE PLAT FILE
DANBURY PLACE ADDITION - REZONING, VARIANCE AND
PRELIMINARY PLAT
Applications from Tri-Land Properties for Comprehensive Guide
Plan Amendment, rezoning from A (Agricultural) to R-1 and
preliminary plat approval consisting of 17 lots entitled Danbury
Place Addition came to the Council for its review. The APC at its
meeting on February 26, 1987 recommended approval of all
applications subject to certain conditions. Dale Runkle described
the application and noted that a number of the lots do not conform
with the R-1 minimum widths and size requirements, and therefore a
variance to deviate from the standards was requested.
The 5.5 acre parcel contains 17 lots and constitutes an
exception to the Lexington South PD. It also includes an additional
lot that is currently Outlot A of Lexington Square 3rd Addition and
it was noted that an amendment to the Comprehensive Guide Plan is
not required. Generally, the proposal fits with the surrounding
development, and Brad Swenson was present to answer questions of the
Council members.
Smith moved, Ellison seconded the motion to approve the
application for rezoning from A (Agricultural) to R-1 Single Family.
All members voted yes.
Egan moved, Wachter seconded the motion for preliminary plat
approval, including variance, regarding deviation and lot standards,
subject to the following conditions:
1. The final detailed grading, drainage and erosion control
plan shall be approved prior to final plat approval.
2. This development shall be responsible for any outstanding,
unlevied or deferred assessments or other financial obligations
associated with this development at the rates in effect at the time
of final plat approval.
3. All publicly dedicated streets and utilities shall be
designed in accordance with City standards and constructed in
accordance with City approved plans and specifications.
4. This development shall be responsible for the acquisition of
all regulatory agency permits within their time frame required by
the affected agency.
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5. All standard platting conditions shall be adhered to.
6. A variance allowing 3.15 units per acre shall be granted
with R-1 side yard setback requirements.
7. This plat shall be subject to a parks dedication fee.
8. The applicant shall conserve the grove of trees located in
the northwest corner of the proposed plat.
All voted in favor except Ellison who voted no, noting that the
lots were below the standard lot minimum requirements. SEE PLAT FILE
WOODLANDS ADDITION - REZONING AND PRELIMINARY PLAT
The Council next considered the application of Robert Engstrom
Associates for rezoning from A (Agricultural) to R-1 and preliminary
plat approval of Woodlands Addition, consisting of 125 lots located
north of Wescott Road and west of Elrene Road. The rezoning would
cover 73.2 acres and the Comprehensive Guide provides for D-I
density and an amendment is not necessary. Dale Runkle introduced
the application and noted that the Advisory Planning Commission
recommended approval of both applications. Robert Engstrom was
present and described the steep slopes on the west and explained
that the pricing of the homes is expected to be between $190,000 and
$350,000 per unit. Berming along Wescott Road will be provided and
also a divided entrance. Access to the east is virtually impossible
according to Mr. Engstrom, because of the terrain.
After further description, Wachter moved, Egan seconded the
motion to approve the application for rezoning. All members voted
yea.
Egan moved, Ellison seconded the motion to approve the
application for preliminary plat, subject to the following
conditions:
1. The upgrading of Wescott Road and the trunk area storm sewer
system servicing this development shall be approved by Council
action prior to final plat approval.
2. In addition to the required common lot line drainage and
utility easements, this development shall dedicate all. ponding and
utility alignment easements as required by the final design approved
by staff prior to or as a part of final plat approval.
3. A temporary cul-de-sac shall be constructed at all stub
streets at the boundaries of this development.
4. A detailed grading, drainage and erosion control plan
showing buildable house elevations for each lot shall be submitted
and approved prior to final plat approval.
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5. All cul-de-sacs shall be eliminated that cannot provide
feasible building sites without extensive grading and/or retaining
wall requirements.
6. An 8 foot water main shall traverse through this plat for
future extension to the north.
7. Sanitary sewer laterals shall be stubbed to the adjacent
property on the northwest and southeast portions of this plat for
future extensions and service.
8. All regulatory agency permits shall be acquired within the
time frame requirements of the affected agencies.
9. All cul-de-sacs with center islands shall have a minimum
right-of-way radius of 65 feet. A 50 foot half right-of-way for
Wescott Road shall be dedicated. A minimum 60 foot right-of-way for
all internal through streets shall be dedicated.
10. Sanitary sewer to service this development from Wescott
Road shall be ordered for installation by Council action prior to
final plat approval.
11. Water main looping between cul-de-sacs shall be provided as
required by City staff.
12. All standard platting conditions shall be adhered to.
13. A variance shall be granted for the two cul-de-sacs in
excess of 500 feet.
14. The plat shall be subject to a parks dedication fee and
trailway requirements imposed by the City.
All voted yea. SEE PLAT FILE
SUNRISE ADDITION - REZONING AND PRELIMINARY PLAT
The application of Tri-Land Properties to rezone 36 acres from
Agricultural to R-1 Single Family and preliminary plat approval of
Sunrise Addition, consisting of 70 lots, located north of Wescott
Road in the southeast quarter of Section 14, came to the Council for
its deliberation. The APC recommended approval subject to
conditions. The proposal is consistent with the Land Use Plan
designation. Mr. Runkle noted that the lots meet the R-1 minimum
criteria and that the proposal is for the City to swap a parcel of
land with the developer for park purposes. Ken Gangl, realtor for
the Mueller estate, appeared and recommended approval of the
application. There being no objections, and after description of
the application, Ellison moved, Wachter seconded the motion to
approve the application for rezoning. All voted in favor.
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Brad Swenson was also present and answered questions of the
Council members. Wachter moved, Egan seconded the motion for
approval of the preliminary plat application, subject to the
following conditions:
1. The upgrading of Wescott Road shall be approved by Council
action prior to final plat approval.
2. The installation and extension of trunk sanitary sewer and
water main within Wescott Road shall be approved by Council action
prior to final plat approval.
3. The internal sanitary sewer collection system shall drain to
its ultimate connection at Wescott Road and also provide extensions
to the adjacent unplatted property and golf course in the extreme
northwest corner.
4. A detailed grading, drainage and erosion control plan shall
be submitted and approved by staff prior to final plat approval.
5. This development shall dedicate the required storm water
ponding easements in accordance with the revised Comprehensive Storm
Sewer Plan necessary to provide the required storage volumes.
6. In addition to the common lot line drainage and utility
easements, this development shall dedicate appropriate easements as
dictated by the final alignment and depth of all utilities
constructed outside of dedicated street right-of-way.
7. Public street right-of-way shall be provided for future
extension into the golf course property at the extreme northwest
corner.
8. A temporary cul-de-sac shall be constructed at the end of
all stub streets that do not provide for immediate extension to
other existing or scheduled streets.
9. An 8 inch diameter internal water main shall connect at
Wescott Road and provide for future connection to the Duckwood Drive
trunk water main near the northwest corner.
10. Wescott Hills Drive final alignment should provide for a
free flowing traffic movement from the northwest corner to Wescott
Road with the stub street to the proposed Woodlands Addition
intersecting at a "T" configuration.
11. This development shall be responsible for all additional
assessment obligations associated with the development of this plat
at the rates in effect at the time of final plat approval.
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12. This development shall obtain all regulatory agency permits
necessary within the time frame required by the affected agency. In
addition, a permit to work within the Williams Brothers easement
shall be obtained prior to final plat approval.
13. This development shall provide the appropriate easements
and construction of a trailway providing access to the proposed
elementary school from the Woodlands Addition on the east in a
location as approved by the Parks Department.
14. All standard platting conditions shall be adhered to.
15. The existing home on Lot 18, Block 3, shall meet setback
requirements.
16. A cash dedication shall be required for park purposes.
17. A sidewalk on Wescott Road shall be installed.
18. A bituminous trail on the west side of the plat, connecting
to the school/park site shall be constructed.
Mayor Blomquist noted that the Council had approved at the
current meeting, approximately 870 residential units and stressed
the importance of the ISD #196 school construction objectives. All
members voted yes.
SEE PLAT FILE
JOHNNY CAKE RIDGE 5TH ADDITION - PRELIMINARY PLAT
City Administrator Tom Hedges described to the City Council the
ruling from Dakota County Judge Robert J. Goggins regarding an
application from Good Value Homes for preliminary plat approval for
12 townhouse units consisting of Johnny Cake Ridge 5th Addition.
The City Attorney reviewed his letter dated March 5, 1987 to the
Council and the Order of the Court dated February 27, 1987 directing
the Council to submit written evidence to the Court that it has
complied with the Peremptory Writ of Mandamus, ordering the Council
to approve the application for preliminary plat.
John Peterson of Good Value Homes and Larry Johnson, attorney,
appeared on behalf of the applicant. When questioned by City
Council members, Mr. Peterson stated that the developer will not
reduce the number of buildings from 3 to 2 (12 to 8 units) at the
present time, although the developer had proposed a reduction at an
earlier time.
Councilman Smith asked the City Attorney about the cost of an
appeal and the chances of the City's success on appeal. He noted
the importance of representing the neighborhood, the reliance that
the public had upon the representations of Orrin Thompson Homes when
they purchased their units, the fact that Orrin Thompson Homes had
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signed a Development Agreement indicating maximum units of 152 and
that the 12 proposed units would exceed the maximum, and the other
reasons cited by the City Council in its decision to disapprove the
application.
After discussion, Wachter moved, Egan seconded the motion to
authorize the City Attorney to commence an immediate appeal to the
Court of Appeals. Mayor Blomquist stressed the need to the
developer to comply with its agreement concerning development of the
property. All councilmembers voted yes.
SEE PLAT FILE
PILOT KNOB ROAD - CONTRACT #87-6
Plans and specifications for Contract #87-6 consisting of trunk
storm sewer on Pilot Knob Road were submitted for approval. Upon
motion by Smith, seconded Wachter, it was resolved that the plans
and specifications be approved, and that the Clerk be authorized to
advertise for bids with an opening at 10:30 a.m. on April 16, 1987
at the Municipal Center. All voted yes.
NORTHVIEW PARK - CONTRACT #87-5
A recommendation was made by the staff to approve the plans, and
upon motion by Egan, seconded Ellison, it was resolved that the
plans be approved and that the advertisement for bids be authorized
for Contract #87-5 consisting of Northview Park trunk storm sewer
and Lexington Hills sanitary sewer, with the opening to be held at
10:30 a.m. on April 17, 1987 at the City Hall. All members voted
affirmatively.
LONE OAK 2ND ADDITION - CONTRACT #87-7
The plans for Contract #87-7 consisting of Lone Oak 2nd Addition
streets and utilities were submitted for approval. Upon motion by
Wachter, seconded Ellison, it was resolved that the plans be
approved and the clerk be directed to submit an advertisement for
bids in the legal newspaper with the opening to be held on April 17,
1987 at the Municipal Center at 10:30 a.m. All voted yea.
NANCY CIRCLE - CONTRACT #87-10
The plans for Contract #87-10 consisting of street improvements
for Nancy Circle were submitted. There was discussion concerning
approval of the project if the neighboring property owners are in
agreement with the contract proposal. Egan moved, Wachter seconded
the motion to approve the plans and specifications and to authorize
the advertisement for bids to be opened at the Municipal Center on
April 16, 1987 at 10:30 a.m. All councilmembers voted affirmatively.
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PILOT KNOB ROAD - CITY PROJECT #466
COUNTY CONTRACT #31-21
Public Works Director Tom Colbert explained to the City Council
that the plans and specifications for County Contract #31-21
consisting of Pilot Knob Road upgrading had been essentially
completed and requested that the City Council review the plans and
authorize approval of the plans and the Cost Participation Agreement
with Dakota County. Dave Everds, the Dakota County Highway
Engineer, and Gary Erickson, Director of Physical Development, were
present at the meeting.
Mr. Colbert detailed some of the areas that had been of concern
to the City Council members and the residents along Pilot Knob Road,
including the 5 lane design from Rebecca Lane to I-35E, with the
exception around Thomas Lake, noting the intent to minimize the
encroachment to the lake. A fifth lane also has been included
around Fish Lake because of the Englert Road access. Trailways will
extend nearly the entire length on both sides of Diffley and Cliff
Road, where the improvements are intended to take place. Several
affected property owners were present. After discussion, upon
motion by Wachter, seconded Egan, it was resolved that the plans and
specifications for Contract #31-21/City Project #466 and the Cost
Participation Agreement be approved with the understanding that
special concerns of affected property owners shall be considered by
the City Council from time to time. The Mayor commended all of the
persons involved in the designing. All members voted yes. R 87-10
LEXINGTON SQUARE PHASE II - CONTRACT #85-00
The consulting engineering firm of Bonestroo, Rosene and
Anderlik had submitted a certificate of compliance with the City
approved plans and specifications for the installation of utility
and street improvements to service Lexington Square Phase II. Smith
moved, Egan seconded the motion to authorize formal acceptance of
the improvements under Lexington Square Phase II. All voted yea.
RADIO COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMS UPDATE
Tom Hedges described to the City Council the current status of
the radio communications equipment installation and discussed with
the Council, several alternates for financing. A letter dated March
7, 1987 from Dr. John R. DuBois, the communications consultant,
outlining completion dates, the radio bid flow chart prepared by
Administrative Assistant Jon Hohenstein, and the proposed financing
report by City Clerk VanOverbeke were reviewed. Mr. Hedges
recommended a centralized fund for the expenditures. Smith moved,
Wachter seconded the motion to approve the funding in the
approximate amount of $400,000.00 as follows: $200,000.00 from the
fund balance, $200,000.00 from future general operating budget in
1988. It was noted that most of the expenses will take place in
1987. All councilmembers voted yes.
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E Z AIR PARK IDS PERMIT
Mr. Runkle indicated that the City staff has taken the position
that the City should not be considered a co-permittee for the E Z
Air Park parking facility indirect source permit through the MPCA.
The MPCA has requested that cities act as co-permittees on the
issuance of such permits, in spite of the fact that a potential
substantial administrative burden could result from the City serving
in such a role. The Councilmembers generally stated they would not
favor acting as co-permittee unless the scope and extent of the
project are significant, such as the Town Centre 70, Wachovia, and
Eagan Heights projects. The staff was directed to contact the MPCA
indicating that it would not approve acting as co-permittee on the E
Z Air Park permit.
GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND ISSUE - REFUNDING
Mr. Hedges stated that he and the Director of Finance have been
meeting with representatives of Miller & Schroeder Municipals to
analyze general obligation and revenue bond debt that is outstanding
to determine whether refunding any of the issues would represent a
positive savings to the City. A schedule of bond issues that have
been reviewed by Miller & Schroeder was attached to the packet. He
noted the municipal bond rates are extremely favorable at the
present time and would provide a significant reduction in the
interest charges for many of the bond issues. However, by
refunding, the City can no longer enjoy high interest that could be
received on the investment of funds, especially if interest rates
should increase and investments should become more lucrative in
comparison to interest rates charged on the bond funds. The effect
of the refunding would be to lower interest rates at the present
time and shorten the retirement period. Further consideration will
take place regarding the refunding with a report to the City Council
at a later time.
WHISPERING WOODS 3RD ADDITION - FINAL PLAT
An application of Hilla Construction Company for final plat
approval of Whispering Woods 3rd Addition was next informally
brought to the City Council. The applicants were present and
requested approval of the application, noting that the plat covers
5.7 acres of a total of 35 acres. Mr. Colbert recommended the
balance as an outlot, but it was noted that the original application
covered only 5.7 acres and that the hearing regarding the
application did not encompass the entire 35 acre parcel. Blomquist
moved, Egan seconded the motion to approve the application for final
plat, subject to compliance with all City requirements and the
conditions imposed by the City, with the understanding that no
further applications for platting on the Whispering Woods project
will be approved until all of the adjacent property is platted,
either as subdivided lots or as outlots. All voted in favor.
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Blomquist moved, Egan seconded the motion to authorize the
developer to proceed with the private development of the
improvements as proposed, subject to compliance with City standards.
All voted in favor. SEE PLAT FILE
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BRITTANY 9TH ADDITION - PROJECT #459
The final assessment roll for Brittany 9th Addition under
Project #459 was submitted. Upon motion by Smith, seconded Wachter,
it was resolved that the final assessment roll be received and the
public hearing be scheduled for April 21, 1987 at 7:00 p.m. at the
Municipal Center. All voted yes.
FAIRWAY HILLS ADDITION
Mr. Colbert stated that an issue has arisen regarding the
approval of the final plat for Fairway Hills, noting that Dakota
County will not approve the plat because of the County's request to
revise the intersection along Cliff Road to conform with the
intersecting street from the north to Cliff Road., It was noted that
the developer did not submit information in compliance with the City
requirements to indicate the streets surrounding the development at
the time of the application for preliminary plat approval. No
special action was taken.
CHIEF BUILDING INSPECTOR
The City Council members requested that they be involved in the
direct interviewing of the final candidates for the position of
Chief Building Inspector.
YMCA
The City Administrator announced that he had been contacted by
the St. Paul YMCA Director who indicated that both Woodbury and
Eagan are being strongly considered for the location of YMCA's
within each of the cities.
CHECKLIST
Upon motion by Wachter, seconded Egan, it was resolved that the
following checklist be approved dated March 17, 1987 in the amount
of $484,457.83. All voted yes. and dated February 28,1987 in the
amount of $472,857.10.
ADJOURNMENT
Upon motion duly made and seconded, the meeting adjourned at
12:40 a.m. All voted yea.
PHH
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