09/16/1986 - City Council Regular
MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE EAGAN CITY COUNCIL
EAGAN, MINNESOTA
SEPTEMBER 16, 1986
A regular meeting of the Eagan City Council was held on Tuesday, September
16, 1986 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, City Engineer Tom Colbert, City Planner
Dale Runkle, Consulting Engineers Bob Rosene and Mark Hanson, and City
Attorney Paul Hauge.
AGENDA
Wachter moved, Egan seconded the motion to approve the agenda as
submitted. All voted in favor.
MINUTES
September 2, 1986 - Regular Meeting. Upon motion by Ellison, seconded
Wachter, it was resolved that the minutes of the September 2, 1986 regular
council meeting be approved with the exception on page 7 regarding liquor
license investigation policy, that there be an additional escrow requirement
of $200.00 for each investigation beyond 5 persons in-state is incurred, and
an additional $400.00 for-put-of-state; and, on page 9, regarding Kevin Murphy
Building Permit, that the staff would not issue the permit and suggested an
overall plan. All councilmembers voted yes.
KIDS-'N-KINSHIP PROCLAMATION
A proclamation was submitted by a representative of the Kids-'N-Kinship
requesting the Mayor declare the week of September 21 through 28, 1986 as
National Kinship Week to help promote the program. The proclamation was
submitted and Mayor Blomquist approved and read the Proclamation.
PARK & RECREATION-DEPARTMENT - THOMAS LAKE PARK - LAWCON/LCMR GRANT
City Administrator Tom Hedges announced that the City has received
notification that its application for a Lawcon/LCMR grant for Thomas Lake Park
was ranked No. 1 for all metropolitan communities, and funding in the amount
of $330,000.00 should be certain for the project. The total cost is
$458,000.00 with the City matching $120,000.00 from existing Park Site funds.
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Park Director Ken Vraa was present and shared in the announcement. Smith
moved, Wachter seconded the motion to approve the adoption of the Resolution
to authorize the filing of the application and execution of a Grant Project
Agreement with the State of Minnesota and to complete all grant documentation
on the Thomas Lake Project. All voted yea.
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JOINT BURNSVILLE/EAGAN CABLE COMMISSION
Ralph Campbell, the Cable Commission Coordinator, was present and answered
questions of the City Council regarding the sale of the joint cable system by
Group W that is now proceeding through the Joint Cable Commission. He
indicated that at the meeting on September 25, the Commission is expected to
review the sale proposal.
FIRE TRAINING FACILITY
Mr. Hedges discussed the potential joint construction of a fire training
facility with several neighboring cities, including Burnsville. He stated
that the proposed contribution from the City of Eagan would be about
$25,000.00 and that further information will be submitted to the City Council
at a later time.
SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING
A special City Council meeting to further consider the 1987 City Budget
will be held on October 14,- 1986 at 7:00 p.m. at the Eagan Municipal Center.
CONSENT AGENDA
The following consent agenda items were submitted by the staff and
recommended that they be approved:
1. Contractor's Licenses. A schedule of contractors, homeowners and
plumbers licenses was submitted and recommended to be approved by the Council.
2. Personnel Items.
a. Compost Site Monitor. It was recommended that Lori Belz be hired
for the position of part-time seasonal compost monitor.
b. Clerk Typist/Protective Inspections. The staff recommended the
hiring of Cheryl Malmanger as a Clerk Typist in the Protective Inspections
Department subject to successful completion of the City's physical examination
requirement.
c. City Administrator Car Allowance. The staff recommended approval
of the car allowance increase of 3.8% for the calendar year 1986 for the City
Administrator.
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3. Rahn and Ridgecliff Parks - Parking Lot and Trailway Surfacing -
Contract #85-25. The staff recommended to the Council that it accept the work
as completed for City Contract #85-25 and authorize the final payment to
Valley Paving in the amount of $4,209.18.
4. Lexington Square 6th Addition - Project #485. A Petition had been
received requesting the upgrading of Northview Park Road with streets and
utilities to service the Lexington Square 6th Addition. It was recommended
that the Council receive the Petition and authorize the preparation of the
feasibility report and plans for Project #485.
5. Burr Oak Addition - Project #484. The feasibility report for Project
#484 consisting of streets and utilities for the Burr Oak Addition were
completed and it was recommended to the Councilmembers that they receive the
feasibility report and order a public hearing for October 21, 1986 at 7:00
p.m. at the Eagan Municipal Center.
6. Eagandale Office Park 4th Addition - Final Plat. The application for
final plat approval of Eagandale Office Park 4th Addition (Compri Hotel) was
submitted to the Council and it was recommended that the final plat
application be approved and that the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute
all related documents, subject to compliance with all City requirements.
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7. Eagandale Park 4th Addition - MWCC Sewer Permit. A Resolution was
submitted authorizing connection for the Eagandale Park 4th Addition to the
Metropolitan Waste Control Commission sanitary sewer trunk facility, and it
was recommended that the Resolution, based upon the request of the Developer,
be approved. R 86-67
8. Town Centre 70 Fifth Addition - Final Plat. The final plat
application for Town Centre 70 Fifth Addition has been submitted and according
to staff, the necessary requirements are complete. It was recommended that
the final plat application be approved. R 86-68
Upon motion by Wachter, seconded Egan, it was resolved that the foregoing
consent agenda items be approved and authorized to be implemented according to
the recommendations. All voted yes.
PILOT KNOB ROAD - TRUNK STORM SEWER - PROJECT #473 - PUBLIC HEARING
Mayor Bea Blomquist convened the public hearing regarding Project #473
consisting of trunk storm sewer improvements on Pilot Knob Road in three
parts, mainly Evergreen Park area, Berry Patch Park area, and the City Hall
area. Tom Colbert introduced the project and Mark Hanson of the consulting
engineering firm explained the alternate alignments. It was noted that the
hearing was originally held on July 15, 1986, at which time there were several
concerns and objections raised pertaining to the proposed storm sewer outlet
for Mooney Lake to McCarthy Lake within the Patrick Eagan Park, through the
wooded back yard areas of several single family homes. The Council continued
the public hearing until September 16th to allow staff to investigate various
alternatives and to meet with the affected property owners regarding the
proposed alignment.
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On August 5, 1986, City Administrator and Consulting Engineer met with the
affected property owners. The alternate report, dated September 2, 1986 was
reviewed by the City Council. Three alternates were explained, including the
following:
1. A gravity line from Mooney Lake "JP-7" to JP-8, along Berry Ridge
Road. It was noted that deep cuts would be required under this alternate.
2. A lift station with the storm sewer line along Berry Ridge Road,
noting long term maintenance would be an issue.
3. Or the storm water would be moved to the west with a force main and
lift station. It would include a gravity sewer line across Pilot Knob Road,
but extensive easement acquisition would be required with no easements
necessary for alternates 1 or 2.
Attorney Tom Rooney appeared and objected to the project and to the
proposed assessments against his property. Several alternates were available
to the City, including review of the benefits, proceeding on a portion of the
project only, and proceeding on all the project with the City to pick up a
portion of the costs. It was noted that the Council had held an. assessment
hearing before ordering in the project for Deerwood Drive.
Bruce Patrick of 1269 Berry Ridge Road appeared and asked whether the City
could retain the water by discharging it into an aquifer, but Mr. Colbert
indicated that it would not be feasible. There are about 250 ponds in the
City and Eagan continues to use them as retention ponds. Teresa Fritz of
Deerwood Drive stated the neighboring owners support the line down Berry Ridge
Road while certain owners recommended running the water to the west to avoid
the disruption of the pond area. The proposed lift station carrying the water
through Berry Ridge Road would be located near the street and it was noted
that Alternate 1 would impact substantial trees and require significant cuts.
Egan moved, Wachter seconded the motion to close the hearing and approve
the project utilizing Alternate 2, and authorize the Engineer to prepare the
plans and specifications, noting that the project is feasible and essential to
the overall master plan, and that most of the owners favor that route. The
park commission recommended alternate 2 as the most logical location. It was
noted completion is expected in June or July of 1987. All members voted in
favor.
KENNEBEC DRIVE - PROJECT #428 - STREET & UTILITY IMPROVEMENTS
The final assessment hearing regarding Project #428 consisting of Kennebec
Drive street and utility improvements was convened by the Mayor. Tom Colbert
reviewed the assessments and noted an objection from Ellerbe Associates. Mr.
Colbert explained the benefits to the affected parcels and there being no
further objections, upon motion by Wachter, seconded Egan, it was resolved
that the assessment roll be approved and that it be authorized to be certified
to the County Auditor with the exception of the Ellerbe property which would
be continued indefinitely, and that the City be authorized to hire an
appraiser and to hold a future hearing regarding the assessments. All voted
in favor.
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TOWN CENTRE 70 AND 100 ADDITIONS - PROJECT #429
STREET & UTILITY IMPROVEMENTS
The Mayor then convened the public hearing regarding Project #429
consisting of street and utility improvements in Town Centre 70 and 100
Additions. The Mayor turned the hearing over to Public Works Director Tom
Colbert who explained the project in some detail, including the proposed
assessments, providing for an interest rate of 9% spread over 10 years,
covering 37 parcels. He also explained the special request of Federal Land °
Company regarding overhead cost and proposed reduction in the administrative
and legal fees commensurate with the reduction in the engineering fees.
Ken Applebaum, an affected owner, was present and stated that his partners
desire to dedicate a pond easement and requested credit from the Council for
the pond area, but noted that the documents had not been signed at the time of
the meeting. Mr. Colbert commented that there was no objection by the staff
as to the easement grant, but that it would increase the other assessable
areas slightly. Martin Colon of Federal Land Company appeared and indicated
that Federal Land had no objection to the revision in the assessment and the
Council requested a consent and waiver of objection from all other owners.
Charles Bartholdi, attorney for Federal Land Company was present and
stated that the roll was the largest that had been presented to the City
Council and requested reduction of the administrative fee and the legal fee.
He noted that the bonds were sold at 7.8% interest with a 9% interest charge
being proposed, with 1.2% additional for collection and some other related
costs. He also objected to-the percentages being greater than the amount of
the corresponding work.
Mr. Hedges presented the staff recommendations that no change be granted,
noting that the developers could choose whether the public had the opportunity
to determine whether to finance the projects through public or private
contracts and such a change would invite revisions by other developers and
create a precedent issue. Councilman Smith stated that it is a policy issue
and the staff did not have a chance to assess the request. He suggested
adopting the roll and having the Council review the issue at a later time,
noting that the purpose is to avoid a subsidy to the developer at the expense
of the taxpayer. Councilman Ellison recommended there be no change in the
roll, but that the Council should compare the charges with other cities. An
amended or supplementary roll also was discussed. Egan moved, Ellison
seconded the motion to close the hearing, to approve the assessment roll with
the understanding that the Applebaum easement area will be stricken from the
roll upon the submission of an acceptable easement and a revision to the roll,
provided there are no objections that are submitted by any of the affected
property owners. All members voted affirmatively.
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BIRCH PARK ADDITION - PROJECT #417 - FINAL ASSESSMENT HEARING
The final assessment hearing regarding Project #417 consisting of Birch
Park Addition area street and utility improvements next was convened by the
Mayor. Two contracts were involved, including #85-9 consisting of Denmark
Avenue and Deerwood Drive surfacing, and #85-10 consisting of internal streets
and utilities, according to Mr. Colbert. The feasibility report was presented
at a public hearing before the Council on September 18, 1984 and the special
assessment committee recommended a reduction in the assessments on Deerwood
Drive, based upon an appraisal covering the improvements. Objections were
received from Teresa and Bernard Fritz, John and Karen Hosford, and from Mr.
and Mrs. Michael Kohler. The September 1985 appraisals provided for maximum
benefit of $14,000.00 per lot for the building parcel site on the south side
of Deerwood.
Karen Hosford appeared and objected that the work was not completed and
also the water area assessments were assessed at an earlier time, according to
information that she presented to the Council. Mr. Colbert noted that the
retaining wall was eliminated and for all practical purposes, the work is
complete with only final clean up yet to be done. He recommended
incorporating the appraisals into the assessments for each parcel.
Teresa Fritz appeared and indicated that notices of the assessment hearing
had included errors and requested reduction because of the elimination of the
retaining wall. After extensive discussion, Egan moved, Wachter seconded the
motion to close the hearing, to approve the assessment roll based upon the
reduction of the assessments along the south side of Deerwood Drive, according
to the appraisals acquired by the City. All voted in favor.
SLATERS ACRES - FINAL ASSESSMENT HEARING - PROJECT #419
The next final assessment hearing convened covered Project #419 consisting
of Slaters Acres street and utility improvements. Mr. Colbert identified the
cost over-runs beyond the feasibility report estimates resulting from
unexpected cost increases for easement acquisition and change orders during
construction. He stated that a written objection had been received from Hills
Construction Co. but that representatives of Hilla Construction Co. were
present at the hearing and desired to withdraw their objection.
A number of other objections from other property owners in Slaters Acres
and Norvin Oaks, including 14 of the 17 owners were submitted to the City
Council. Mr. Colbert then reviewed a recalculation of the assessment
consideration with some recommendations for reduction from $15,552.06 per lot
to $13,304.57 per lot. He noted that $12,500.00 had been paid for easement
acquisition costs.
Aubrey Hall of James Court reviewed the history and was concerned about
the increases in the rates. He noted that the affected owners had petitioned
to scale back the project but the Council proceeded with the original proposal
and that the estimate had gone from $12,800.00 to the final cost of $15,552.00
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per lot in the assessment roll. He was opposed to paying costs of the entire
18 inch storm sewer line and Mr. Colbert stated the staff had recommended
reduction in the total assessment. Also, there were objections to the Hilla
Construction Co. property being assessed at an alleged lower rate but it was
explained that it covered only the frontage on Rusten Road, and that there
would be internal improvements also for the development. After extensive
discussion, Egan moved, Wachter seconded the motion to continue the hearing
until later in the meeting for deliberation by the property owners present
regarding the recommended revision in the assessment roll. All voted yes.
GROUP W CABLE ADDITION - PROJECT #423 - FINAL ASSESSMENT HEARING
The final assessment hearing regarding Group W Cable street improvements
under Project #423 then was convened by the Mayor. Mr. Colbert detailed the
project and there were no objections. Wachter moved, Egan seconded the motion
to close the hearing, to approve the roll and authorize the certification to
the County for collection. All voted in favor.
LEXINGTON SQUARE 2ND ADDITION - PROJECT #433 - FINAL ASSESSMENT HEARING
The final assessment hearing for the trunk storm and sanitary sewer
Project #433 in Lexington Square 2nd Addition came then to the City Council
for its consideration. Mr. Colbert presented the roll to the Council and
explained it in some detail. Charles Hall appeared on behalf of the Trustee
for the Hall property on Wescott Road and submitted a written objection based
upon the fact that he had not received adequate information whether or not to
make an objection to the ..roll. He objected to 91.3 acres of assessments
whereas, it was noted there would only be 20 acres that would be assessed. He
further indicated that there may not be an objection after information has
been reviewed and had questions about the elevation of the sewer line.
Egan moved, Smith seconded the motion to close the hearing and to approve
the final assessment roll with the exception of the Hall property, which will
be continued indefinitely and to authorize the certification of the balance of
the roll for collection. The staff was further authorized to select an
appraiser in the event it was necessary because of objections regarding the
Hall property. All voted affirmatively.
SLATERS ACRES - PROJECT #419 - FINAL ASSESSMENT HEARING
The Mayor then reconvened the public hearing regarding Project #419
special assessments. Representatives of the property owners appeared and
indicated that all owners present discussed the proposed revisions to the
assessments and approved them. Egan moved, Smith seconded the motion to close
the hearing and to authorize the certification of the assessment roll as
revised with the condition that all objections will be removed, noting the
final assessment would be in the sum of $13,304.57 for each platted lot. All
members voted yes.
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EAGAN INDUSTRIAL ROAD - STREET VACATION
The public hearing regarding the vacation of a portion of Eagan Industrial
Road at the intersection with Eagandale Blvd. was convened. Mr. Colbert was
asked to review the vacation and there were no objections. Egan moved,
Ellison seconded the motion to close the hearing and approve the vacation and
authorize the execution of the appropriate documents. All voted yes.
1987 GENERAL FUND - BUDGET HEARING
The public hearing regarding the proposed 1987 General Operating Budget
was convened by Mayor Bea Blomquist and the City Administrator reviewed the
budget, noting that guidelines had been determined by the City Council to
avoid a mill levy increase in 1987. Budget workshops had been held and the
total budget being considered for 1987 is $7,389,630.00. After review by the
City Administrator, there being no objections, Smith moved, Wachter seconded
the motion to close the hearing and direct the City Administrator to further
develop the operating budget. All members voted yea.
COMPRI HOTEL - CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT - LIQUOR LICENSE
The application of the Compri Hotel developers for conditional use permit
for liquor license was brought to the Council. The APC recommended
conditional approval of the conditional use permit. There was discussion
about the fact that there would be no other licenses on the hotel site and
Wachter moved, Egan seconded the motion to close the hearing and to approve
the conditional use permit. All members voted yea.
BOW AND ARROW HUNTING SEASON
The City Administrator stated that he had been contacted by John Parker,
area wildlife manager for the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources and
recommended that the City permit bow and arrow deer hunting during 1987. The
Police Department suggested controlling all bow and arrow hunting to unplatted
areas of no less than 5 acres. There was discussion as to where bow and arrow
hunting should be allowed within the City, noting that a minimum size parcel
should be determined for bow and arrow hunting purposes. Smith moved, Wachter
seconded the motion to acknowledge the 1987 bow and arrow deer hunting season
set forth by the DNR, and that the hunting be permitted in unplatted areas of
no less than 5 acres with the understanding that the owner will accompany the
deer hunters or give written permission to do so. All voted in favor except
Blomquist who voted no.
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MWCC - WAIVER OF PLAT
The application of the Metropolitan Waste Control Commission for waiver of
plat to split a 5.36 acre parcel from a 32 acre parcel in the Cedar Industrial
Park came to the Council for its review. The building permit was issued in
1985 for the 32,000 square foot maintenance facility, and on October 1, 1985,
the City Council denied a request to calculate user fee on the 5.5 acre area,
suggesting a waiver of plat. The APC recommended approval, subject to
conditions. Mr. Runkle described the application and two representatives of
the MWCC were present. Ellison moved, Egan seconded the motion to approve the
application, subject to the following conditions:
1. All applicable Ordinances shall be adhered to.
2. The Waiver of Plat shall be subject to a parks dedication fee.
All voted yea.
KILLDEER ADDITION - REZONING
The application of Michael R. Wills and two other owners for rezoning from
R-2 to R-1 on Lots 6 through 13 in the Killdeer Addition next came before the
Council. The APC recommended approval. City Planner Dale Runkle noted that
all residences constructed in the subdivision were single family and that the
market at the present time was for R-1 purposes. Mr. and Mrs. Michael Wills
was present and requested approval. Wachter moved, Egan seconded the motion
to approve the application, subject to single family code compliance
requirements. All members voted yes.
TOWN CENTRE 100 THIRD ADDITION - PRELIMINARY PLAT
The application of Federal Land Company for preliminary approval of Town
Centre 100 Third Addition consisting of two lots and two outlots on
approximately 2.5 acres came to the Council. The plat will allow an
additional acre of land to be added to the day care facility along Lexington
Avenue and the lot line was shifted during the Fall of 1985. Also, the plat
created approximately a three acre parcel to be dedicated to the City for park
purposes. The APC recommended approval. Mr. Bartholdi was present on behalf
of the applicant. Egan moved, Ellison seconded the motion to approve the
application, subject to compliance with all City Code requirements. All voted
aye.
SEE PLAT FILE
FAIRWAY HILLS 2ND ADDITION - PRELIMINARY PLAT
The application of Derrick Land Company for approval of the Fairway Hills
2nd Addition preliminary plat consisting of 59 lots on 25 acres next came
before the Council. Dale Runkle detailed the planner's report and the APC
recommended approval subject to conditions. Egan moved, Wachter seconded the
motion to approve the application, subject to the following:
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1. A variance to the 2% grades at intersections shall be granted as
discussed within this report.
2. Utilities shall be extended to its southeasterly most corner of the
development and also to the easterly boundary within the right-of-way stub to
the Parkview Golf Course.
3. The developer shall provide the necessary documents whereby the owner
of Lot 1, adjacent to the golf course and between the public street and the
park area, agree to maintain a private driveway within public right-of-way.
4. The developer shall also prepare documents whereby the owner of Lot I
and 2 of the block adjacent to the golf course and between the public street,
and also the owner of Lot 2 in the block north of the Northern Natural Gas
Company easement and adjacent to the golf course, acknowledge the existence of
public right-of-way and the right of the City to construct a residential
street within that right-of-way upon development of the golf course property.
5. This development shall be responsible for obtaining all necessary
regulatory agency permits prior to the City releasing the final plat for
recording.
6. This development shall be responsible for dedicating a 65 foot half
right-of-way for Pilot Knob Road and a 60 foot full right-of-way for internal
public roads.
7. This development shall be responsible for dedicating a 30 foot utility
easement over the sanitary sewer and water main extended to the southeasterly
most corner of this development and a minimum of a 20 foot utility easement
over any public utilities not installed within public right-of-way. This
development will be required to dedicate a 40 foot drainage easement over the
back yards adjacent to the Northern Natural Gas pipeline and a 10 foot
drainage easement adjacent to rear lot lines used for drainage swails. This
development will be responsible for providing a 30 foot temporary construction
easement along all lots adjacent to Pilot Knob Road north of the Rebecca Lane
street extension.
8. This development shall be responsible for the remaining trunk area,
street improvements and trailway assessments not covered by the Fairway Hills
1st Addition. This development shall also be responsible for the additional
street and trailway assessments for frontage along Pilot Knob Road as a result
of the parkland swap at the rates in effect at the time of final platting.
9. All standard plan conditions shall be adhered to.
10. This plat shall be reviewed by the Advisory Parks and Recreation
Commission and shall be subject to their recommendations.
11. Home buyers shall be notified by the developer or its agents and
assigns of the risks of being adjacent to the golf course and gas line in
negotiating for lots adjacent to these facilities and the method of notice
shall be reviewed and approved by City staff.
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12. The Building Inspection Department shall closely monitor the
construction of the dwelling on the corner lot backing to Parkview Golf Course
on Lot 2, Block 1, and special consideration will be given that the building
pad will not encroach on the easement.
All councilmembers voted yes. SEE PLAT FILE
SUNPOINTE ADDITION - PRELIMINARY PLAT
The application of RMC Development and Advance Developers for preliminary
plat approval of the Sunpointe Addition covering 90 townhouse units on 10.5
acres was next considered. The APC at its meeting recommended approval,
subject to certain conditions. Dale Runkle described the proposed
development, noting the location on the north side of Diffley Road is an area
that had been zoned for high density or 12+ units per acre. The proposed plat
would include an overall density of 8.6 units per acre with 9 separate lots,
including six with 12-unit buildings and three with 6-unit buildings. The
balance of the 44.35 acres would consist of Outlot A. The planned development
provided for a 15 foot buffer and Bob Carlson, the applicant, was present and
he noted that the developer will comply with enhanced landscaping in the
buffer area. It was understood that the cul-de-sac is under 500 feet in
length and that all City requirements will be complied with. Pat Hoffman also
appeared for the developer.
Jack Willenburg, a neighboring owner, was concerned about the use of the
balance of the vacant parcel and whether additional park is being planned. It
was noted that there are no further plans for parks in the area, except for
possible tot lot installation. Another neighboring owner objected to there
being no direct access to park land and the potential that traffic volume will
be excessive. He recommended an R-3 density maximum on the parcel.
Dennis Castle of Jade Lane stated that the northerly parcels would
generally be the least desirable and recommended buffering along the north.
The staff was concerned about the road pattern throughout the entire
development, and recommended the road configuration as proposed.
There were also strong concerns from neighboring owners regarding the
possibility of higher density on the north portion of the parcel, whereas the
planned development concept reflected duplexes on the north, with higher
density moving southerly to Diffley Road.
Mayor Blomquist recommended the schematic plans be submitted on the
balance of the parcel before proceeding further. Mr. Hoffman stated that only
blob concept plans were attached to the planned development agreement. Mr.
Carlson noted that the intention is to develop for-sale homeowner-occupied
units throughout the entire parcel and noted that the market now calls for
units comparable to those of Southpointe on the south side of Diffley Road.
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Councilman Wachter-reflected on the special consideration on the north
area when the planned development was originally approved and recommended
reviewing the planned development agreement more carefully.
Blomquist moved, Egan seconded the motion to continue consideration of the
application until a concept understanding is reached with the developer for
the entire parcel. All members voted yea.
SEE PLAT FILE
JOHNNY CAKE RIDGE 5TH ADDITION - PRELIMINARY PLAT
The application of Good Value Homes, Inc. for approval of the preliminary
plat of proposed Johnny Cake Ridge 5th Addition came next to the Council. The
plat would consist of three 4-plex buildings on Outlot B of Johnny Cake Ridge
4th Addition. The plat was submitted by Orrin Thompson Homes and approved in
1984 but no construction had taken place on Outlot B or on the building sites
in Johnny Cake Ridge 4th Addition. The total number of units in the 4th and
5th Additions would increase from 56 to 68 units, with a gross area for the
Outlot being 5.1 acres. Twelve additional units provides overall density of
7.01 units per acre with the area outside of the building sites being
designated as Outlot common space.
Mr. Runkle detailed the application and noted that there was poor soil and
the developer would be required to correct the soil in order to insure proper
drainage and building suitability. Mr. Runkle also explained the objections
on behalf of the Advisory Planning Commission and the neighboring property
owners and noted the Planning Commission recommended denial of the
application. Surrounding owners stated that they bought houses with the
understanding that open space was intended for the site.
John Peterson, the Vice President of Good Value Homes, Inc. was present as
was its attorney, Lawrence Johnson. Mr. Peterson argued that the change did
not alter the nature of the neighborhood and that the total proposal would be
within ordinance requirements. He also indicated that the applicant was
willing to delete one of the building sites within the complex and noted that
Orrin Thompson Homes did not develop the site because Thompson determined it
was not feasible to correct the soil conditions, but Good Value Homes
determined it is feasible at the present time. Mayor Blomquist objected that
the proposal would increase the density and it was noted that.no services or
stubs were installed originally to the site because of the intention that the
property would not be developed. It was further noted that no homeowners
association was organized at the present time but that the developers would
organize such an association. The common area outlot also encompasses the
parcels between the platted lots in the 4th Addition.
A proposed Resolution was submitted to the City Council covering
alternates including proposed favorable and unfavorable actions by the City
Council. After extended discussion, Blomquist moved, Wachter seconded the
motion to deny the application based upon the reasons outlined in the
Resolution attached to and made a part of these Minutes. A copy of the
Resolution was given to Mr. Peterson during the course of the meeting. All
members voted in favor.
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PARK LIGHTING CONTRACTS
Contract #86-21. Smith moved, Ellison seconded the motion to approve
award of Contract #86-21 to Judd Electric in the amount of $20,646.50. All
voted yes.
Contract #86-22. Wachter moved, Egan seconded the motion to approve the
award of the contract for the installation of light poles and fixtures in the
amount of $19,200.00 to Midland Electric Company. -A11 members voted yea.
HOLLAND LAKE - TRUNK STORM SEWER - CONTRACT #86-23
The plans and specifications for Contract #86-23 consisting of trunk storm
sewer in the Holland Lake, Cliff Road area were submitted. Mr. Colbert
recommended proceeding with the project. Blomquist was concerned that
contacts had not been made with the affected property owners, and Mr. Colbert
emphasized the need to avoid additional future flooding in the spring and that
all contacts will be made with the affected property owners. Notices had been
sent to the owners concerning the proposed condemnation.
Bob Ferguson was present with certain concerns as was Bob Lane of Lakewood
Hills Addition. Mr. Lane requested the contractor be given specific
instructions regarding construction within Lakewood Hills because of the
sensitivity of the area and the importance of maintaining access. Upon motion
by Egan, seconded Smith, it was resolved that the plans and specifications for
Contract #86-23 be approved and that the Clerk be authorized to advertise for
bids to be opened at 10:30•a.m. on Friday, October 17, 1986 at the Municipal
Center, subject to instructions given to the contractor and that the staff
continue to work with the property owners regarding the acquisition of the
easements. All voted yes.
BLACKHAWK PLAZA - FINAL PLAT
Tom Colbert described to the City Council, the information received from
Peter Stalland in the late afternoon of September 16, 1986 regarding the final
plat. He stated that a Letter of Intent had been submitted but that no review
had taken place in detail regarding the completion of all requirements for
plat approval. Because all the requirements had not been reviewed by the
staff, Blomquist moved, Egan seconded the motion to continue consideration of
the application until a later meeting. All voted in favor.
SEE PLAT FILE
TOWERVIEW ROAD AND HIGHVIEW AVENUE - CONTRACT #86-24
The bids for Contract #86-24 concerning street improvements for Towerview
Road and Highview Avenue had been received and it was recommended that the low
bid from Alexander Construction Co. in the sum of $63,156.25 be approved.
Upon motion by Wachter, seconded Smith, it was resolved that the contract be
awarded to the low bidder with the understanding that the final surfacing will
not be completed until 1987, and therefore the alternate will be included.
All voted yes.
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BURR OAKS ADDITION - CONTRACT #86-25
Ellison moved, Wachter seconded the motion to approve the plans for
Contract #86-25 in the Burr Oaks Addition and authorize the Clerk to advertise
for bids in the legal newspaper with the opening to be held at the Municipal
Center at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, October 17, 1986. All voted yea.
R. L. JOHNSON 2ND ADDITION - PROJECT #85-BB - FINAL ACCEPTANCE
The developer of R. L. Johnson 2nd Addition requested approval of Project
#85-BB consisting of a private improvement project. Smith moved, Egan
seconded the motion to accept Project #85-BB for the R. L. Johnson 2nd
Addition for perpetual maintenance. All members voted yea.
RAHN RIDGE ADDITION - PROJECT #85-RR - FINAL ACCEPTANCE
At the request of the developer, upon motion by Egan, seconded Ellison, it
was resolved that Project #85-RR consisting of the Rahn Ridge improvements
installed privately, be accepted and that the City accept the project for
perpetual maintenance. All members voted yea.
COMPARABLE WORTH UPDATE
City Administrator Tom Hedges reviewed the final results of the comparable
worth point values for each position classified in the City of Eagan. He
noted the Personnel Committee met on Tuesday, September 9, 1986 and reviewed
the point values and recommended final action by the City Council. Upon
motion by Egan, seconded Wachter, it was resolved that the Council approve the
comparable worth point values and authorize the release of the information to
allow the City employees to review them. All voted affirmatively.
DEERFIELD ADDITION & TOWN CENTRE 70 - EAW's
The City Planning Department has processed two environmental worksheets
including Deerfield Addition and Town Centre 70. According to Dale Runkle,
comments had been significant regarding Town Centre 70. After discussion and
upon motion by Egan, seconded Blomquist, it was resolved that the City will
issue a negative declaration for Deerfield Addition and Town Centre 70
Addition, with the understanding that a traffic study will be conducted for
the intersection of Yankee Doodle Road and Pilot Knob Road under Town Centre
70 Addition. All voted yes.
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PARK KNOLL ADDITION - FINAL PLAT
Staff recommended approval of the final plat application for Park Knoll
Addition, located north of Wilderness Run Road and east of Oakwood Heights
Addition. Smith moved, Egan seconded the motion to approve the final plat and
authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute all related documents. All
voted yes. R 86-70
SPERRY CONSOLIDATION FACILITY AMENDMENTS
The City Attorney submitted amendments to the tax increment financing
program and development agreement for the Sperry consolidation facility and it
was recommended that the amendments be approved. Upon motion by Egan,
seconded Smith, it was resolved that the amendments as submitted and requested
by Sperry Corporation, enlarging the area covered by the TIF financing, be
approved and authorized to be executed. Those in favor were Smith, Egan and
Blomquist; those against were Ellison and Wachter.
LEXINGTON SQUARE 4TH ADDITION - FINAL PLAT
Staff recommended approval of the final plat application of Lexington
Square 4th Addition. Wachter moved, Egan seconded the motion to approve the
plat subject to compliance with all City requirements. All voted
affirmatively.
R 86-71
BORCHERT-INGERSOLL - STORM SEWER ASSESSMENT APPEAL - PROJECT #381
There was discussion concerning the proposed settlement of a claim by
Borchert Ingersoll to commence an action appealing storm sewer improvements
under Project #381. Smith moved, Egan seconded the motion to authorize
settlement of up to $18,500.00 based upon the information submitted by the
Public Works Director and City Attorney. All voted in favor.
GOODWILL BOX - FIRE ADMINISTRATION BUILDING
There were concerns among the City Councilmembers regarding the piles of
debris around the Goodwill box from time to time in recent months. Blomquist
moved, Wachter seconded the motion to direct the staff to contact Goodwill
Industries and request that the deposits be removed on a more regular basis,
or that the Goodwill box be removed because of the blighted appearance in the
area. All voted in favor.
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DEERWOOD DRIVE - PROJECT #455 - CONDEMNATION SETTLEMENTS
The City Attorney's office submitted a schedule of proposed settlements
covering 7 of the 9 property owners against whom condemnation had been
commenced in the Spring of 1986 on Deerwood Drive under Project #455.
Negotiations had taken place and tentative settlements had been reached
covering the following:
Parcel 010-05 - TXI, Inc. (Dunn) - $4,200.00 pursuant to the City's
appraisal;
Parcel 020-03 - TXI, Inc. (Dunn) - $4,950.00 pursuant to the City's
appraisal;
Parcel 010-08 - Henry Franz - $1,050.00 pursuant to the City's
appraisal plus $300.00 appraisal fee.
Parcel 010-07 - Todd Franz - $3,250.00 per City appraisal plus
$300.00 appraisal fee pursuant to Statute; and $450.00 for,any and
all damage to owner's vehicle due to road construction.
Parcel 030-03 - George Dougherty - $5,650.00 paid pursuant to the
City's appraisal.
Parcel 010-78 - Anna Heuer - $800.00 pursuant to the City's appraisal
plus $300.00 appraisal fee.
Parcel 010-77 - Elmer Heuer - $2,200.00 consisting of $1,250.00
(City's appraisal); $950.00 damage to future lot; and $300.00
appraisal fee.
After review, Egan moved, Ellison seconded the motion to accept the
recommendation of the staff and authorize settlement according to the schedule
above. All councilmembers voted affirmatively.
CHECKLIST
Egan moved, Wachter seconded the motion to approve the following Checklist
dated September 16, 1986 in the amount of $ 1,682,608_91 All voted
yes.& August 31, 1986 in the amount of $368,666.21.
ADJOURNMENT
Upon motion duly made and seconded, the meeting adjourned at 1:30 a.m.
All voted in favor.
PHH
Cit Clerk -
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