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02/15/2000 - City Council Regular MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE EAGAN CITY COUNCIL Eagan, Minnesota February 15, 2000 A regular meeting of the Eagan City Council was held on Tuesday, February 15, 2000 at 6:30 p.m. at the Eagan Municipal Center. Present were Mayor Awada and Counci1members Masin, Blomquist and Carlson. Counci1member Bakken was absent on military duty. Also present were City Administrator Tom Hedges, Senior Planner Mike Ridley, Director of Public Works Tom Colbert, and City Attorney Jim Sheldon. OOO.:~3 Boy Scout Troop 171 led the Pledge of Allegiance. ......................... AGENDA ........................ ......................... Counci1member Carlson moved, Mayor Awada seconded a motion to approve the agenda as presented. Aye: 4 Nay: 0 MJ~~S.:.QF'W~::lIBRY~x:;u:m::If;1Q~:M'ijIfJI~ Counci1member Masin requested the first sentence on page two under Minutes of the January 13,2000 Special City Council Meeting be changed as follows, "Counci1member Masin requested that the second to the last sentence on page five be changed as follows, "Counci1member Masin suggested that this is a City Council job prefile list." Counci1member Blomquist moved, Counci1member Carlson seconded a motion to approve the minutes as amended. Aye: 4 Nay: 0 yl$.!WQl.t.$;:[fifi~:M_g Phil Souchery, 3725 Drexel Court, spoke on behalf of the Eagan OPEN and explained the group's purpose. He applauded the Council for being receptive to an open government. He stated that the group is nonpartisan and is concerned about how City government is conducted. He extended an invitation to the next meeting on February 28 at 6:30 p.m. at the Wescott Library. R""E""'C'""Q' '.,'G""'..'N""'I.."T"""I"". 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" ' . . ... ... ...... . ... . -. . ....... . :....;::...:..::.:::::::.:::.:::.:::.:.:..:::..~:..:::...:::...:..:::..:..::::..:.::...~:~........:~::...::~...:.,:~...:.::..:.::...:.:..:;:...~::..:~::.::..::~:...:~...:::.:::.::..:::...:....,: RECOGNITION OF ADVISORY COMMISSION MEMBERS' SERVICE The following outgoing commission members were acknowledged for their service to the City: Airport Relations Commission - Tom Pedersen Advisory Planning Commission - Larry Frank and Ron Miller Advisory Parks Commission - Lee Markell, Bonnie Karson and Robert Douglas Kane, Jr. BurnsvillejEagan Telecommunications Commission - Jerry Sowells Economic Development Commission - Cathy Clark and John Young Solid Waste Abatement Commission - Floyd Hiar Lee Markell stated that it has been a pleasure to serve on the Advisory Parks Commission for the past nine years. AWARD TO CABLE ACCESS FACILITY STAFF FROM U.S. NAVY Personnel from the U.s. Navy Recruiting Office presented an award to Cable Access Facility staff for the help given to the recruiting office over the past few years. 00044 EAGAN CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES; FEBRUARY 15, 2000 PAGE 2 pmr.]m.::.m:tlp~~I$$ Fire Chief Craig Jensen noted that a brief segment would be aired on KARE 11 regarding the difficulty fire departments are having in recruiting volunteer firefighters for day shifts. He assured the Council and the public that the City of Eagan has ample day volunteer firefighters. '(JE""""""N"'.,"'S""'U""""'S""""'2"'"O'OO""""""',..DP'...,""""D""""'A:""""lll"'"..',", . . .. . . . . .. . .". ...,... ... -.. .. .... . ... .. . ". '. .... .. . .... :..:::::...:.....::...;...:.:::..:..:=..:...:\..::...:.....;.....:;:::..:..:...::::...:..:::..::..:::...:::...:.. City Administrator Hedges provided an update on the Census 2000 Readiness Event held on February 8. CONSENTt!\GENDA! ......................................-.............. ..........................,......................... A. Personnel Items Item 1. It was recommended to approve the hiring of Barry Grieve as a Building Inspector in the Community Development Department. Item 2. It was recommended to approve the hiring of Jill Gilbertson as a Clerical Tech IV in the Police Department. Item 3. It was recommended to approve the hiring of Katy Jonas as a part-time Clerical Tech III in the Police Department. Item 4. It was recommended to approve the hiring of Molly Angermeyr, Jarrett Capstick, Emily Klatt, John Koniges, Danelle Larson, Tammy Macht, Keri Ragsdale and Rachel Ramaker as seasonal lifeguards at Cascade Bay. Item 5. It was recommended to approve the hiring of Amy Bardis as a seasonal lifeguard shift leader at Cascade Bay. Item 6. It was recommended to approve the hiring of Eve St. Peter and Ben Elton as seasonal guest relations workers at Cascade Bay. Item 7. It was recommended to approve the hiring of Elisa Swenson and Megan Lindwall as seasonal concessionaires at Cascade Bay. B. Exemption from lawful gambling license, Apple Valley Chamber of Commerce to conduct a raffle on March 31, 2000 at the Royal Cliff Banquet Facility. It was recommended to approve a resolution 00-12 providing for an exemption from the lawful gambling license requirement for the Apple Valley Chamber of Commerce to conduct a raffle on March 31, 2000 at the Royal Cliff Banquet Facility. C. Extension for recording the Final Plat of Gramercy Park of Eagan - Gramercy Corporation. It was recommended to approve a 90-day extension of the recording requirement for Gramercy Park of Eagan located north of Yankee Doodle Road and east of Coachman Road within the SW V4 of Section 9. D. Extension for recording Conditional Use Permit - Tyler Tay Company. It was recommended to approve a 60 day extension for recording the Conditional Use Permit for Tyler Jay Company for property located at 1725 Meadow View Road, in the NE % of Section 8. E. Receive feasibility report/schedule public hearing, Project 750 (TH 55 @ Blue Water Road - South Frontage Road Street Improvements). It was recommended to receive the draft feasibility report for Project 750 (TH 55/Blue Water Road - Access Modifications and Frontage Road Improvements) and schedule a public hearing to be held on March 6, 2000. EAGAN CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES; FEBRUARY 15, 2000 PAGE 3 00045 F. Approve Revocation of Restricted Access Agreement - Old Sibley Memorial Highway. It was recommended to approve the revocation of restricted access control along Old Sibley Memorial Highway (Old Highway 13). G. Approve final payment/authorize City maintenance, Contract 98-01 (Southern Lakes Water Tower). It was recommended to approve the final payment for Contract 98-01 (Southern Lakes Water Tower- 1.0 Million Gallon Reservoir) in the amount of $61,959.60 to PDM, Ine., and accept the improvements for perpetual City maintenance subject to warranty provisions. H. Acknowledge completion/authorize City maintenance, Project 98-FF (Gardenwood Ponds 3rd Addition. It was recommended to acknowledge the completion of Contract 98-FF (Gardenwood Ponds 3rd Addition - Street & Utility Improvements) and authorize perpetual City maintenance subject to warranty provisions. I. Receive feasibility report/schedule public hearing, Project 788 (TH 3/Gardens of Eagan - Utility Improvements). It was recommended to receive the draft feasibility report for Project 788 (Highway 3- Gardens of Eagan Sanitary Sewer and Water Improvements) and schedule a public hearing to be held on March 21, 2000. J. Approve resolution of support of federal funding application, Project 738 (Northwood Parkway Ring Road - 35E Overpass). It was recommended to adopt a resolution supporting the application for 00-14 Federal Funding for the Northwoods Parkway Ring Road overpass for 35E (Project 738). K. Award bid for indoor surface for Civic Arena. It was recommended to award the indoor recreation surface (turf) for the Civic Arena to Centaur Products in the amount of $56,300. L. Change Order, Fire Station No.2. It was recommended to approve the Change Order to Fire Station No.2. M. License Renewals for the year 2000, tree contractor. It was recommended to approve the tree contractor license renewal for the year 2000 for Vet's Tree Service. Mayor Awada moved, Councilmember Carlson seconded a motion to approve the Consent Agenda. Aye: 4 Nay: 0 PUBUciftE~GS ................................................... PROJECT 680, CLIFF ROAD (STREET RECONSTRUCTION IMPROVEMENTS) City Administrator Hedges provided an overview on this item. Director of Public Works Colbert gave a staff report. Craig Ebeling, Howard R. Green Company, provided additional project details. Mayor Awada opened the public hearing to anyone wishing to speak. Chris Soderling, 4657 Park Cliff Drive, spoke on behalf of the Park Cliff residents and said that they are pleased that the project is moving forward and will be completed in 2000. She expressed their support for leaving the median open at Park Ridge Drive and provided reasons in support of that option. John Wittmayer, 4593 Cliff Ridge Court, stated that he did not receive a mailed notice regarding the public hearing but rather that notification of the meeting was given at the informational open house. He expressed concern with the south side of Cliff Road having two accesses. He further added that a U- turn situation will create safety hazards. He commented on the destruction of trees on his lot and raised questions about the catch basin. 00046 EAGAN CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTF5; FEBRUARY 15, 2000 PAGE 4 Mr. Ebeling stated that there is flexibility in the design of the pond. He noted that tree loss would be minimized. Director of Public Works Colbert explained that notification for this evening's public hearing was sent to all properties to be assessed and added that notices for the informational open house were sent to all residents living one-quarter of a mile from Cliff Road. He further explained the reasons supporting the designated access points. He stated that although formally requested by the City, the County Board would not consider full access at both locations and it was determined by the County that the safest access point would be at Park Ridge Drive. Keith Feickert, 1265 Dunberry Lane, expressed his support for the project and the access on the north side of Cliff Road. Barb Groven, 4679 Park Ridge Drive, questioned if it was possible to construct a two-lane road with turn lanes as opposed to a four-lane roadway. She requested information on the projections of the future road usage and the impact to Lebanon Hills Park. Director of Public Works Colbert commented on the new access to Lebanon Hills Park. He noted that the four-lane roadway design is in accordance with 20-year County design standards. KariJohnson, 4655 Park Ridge Drive, expressed support for the project and stated that the residents on the north side of Cliff have several access points but there are only two on the south side. Tom Brost, 4487 Oak Chase Road, supported the project as designed and expressed concern for safety, property values and convenience factors. Roger Martin, 4435 Oak Chase Road, stated that the right-in right-out to Oak Chase Road was an acceptable option. Michael Peterson, 4551 Oak Chase Circle, indicated that he was adamantly opposed to the project in its current state. He said that elimination of the full access is not safe and added that right-in right-out access will not eliminate traffic. He said he did not think the City needed to spend money on a trail. Mayor Awada said that the right-in right-out access is not for the purpose of eliminating traffic. Director of Public Works Colbert commented on traffic calming measures. A resident of 4555 Oak Chase Circle expressed concern about tree loss. Mr. Martin raised a question about emergency access to the Oak Chase neighborhood with regard to the median. Police Captain Rick Swanson commented on the emergency response time and indicated that police officers would take the necessary measures to gain access to the development. Tim Day, 4564 Cliff Ridge Court, opposed the removal of the full access to the Oak Chase neighborhood. Duane Olson, 1250 Cliff Road, expressed concern about the construction of a turn lane and the loss of pine trees. He requested that the trail be made smaller and that a center turn lane be constructed. Counci1member Blomquist said that City and County staff will work with Mr. Olson to preserve as many trees as possible. Marco Alfaro, 4585 Oak Chase Road, expressed concern about the potential tree loss on his property. He said that he was supportive of the project but was concerned about the lack of a left turn lane. Director of Public Works Colbert suggested he contact staff to review the plans for the project. A resident of 4505 Oak Chase Road said that he supported the project as proposed. There being no one else wishing to speak, Mayor Awada closed the public hearing and turned the discussion back to the Council. EAGAN CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES; FEBRUARY 15, 2000 PAGES 00047 Mayor Awada stated that she supported the project for safety reasons and noted that there will be some tree loss, but that is to be expected with progress. Mayor Awada moved, Councilmember Blomquist seconded a motion to approve Project 680 (Cliff Road - Street and Utility Improvements) and authorize the preparation of detailed final plans and specifications. Councilmember Blomquist stated that the project is long overdue. She expressed concern with tree loss and said that the County and City staff will do everything possible to mitigate tree loss. She added that this is the safest option and said she would not support closing either entrance into the Park Cliff neighborhood. Counci1member Carlson said that a trailway should lead to Lebanon Hills Park. Counci1member Masin thanked everyone for attending the informational open house. She added that the project was necessary in order to address the safety concerns. A vote was taken on the motion. Aye: 4 Nay: 0 ().""""L""']J."""""".B"""U"""""S""'I""NBS"":""""""""'S" ......' . .. .. . .. . . . ... .. . :.:::::.:...:::...::;.};.....:::..::.::.::...:..::.:::...~..,:,,:,,:-::,::,,: CONSIDER 60 ACRE LAND ACQUISITION FOR CENTRAL FACILITIES PROPERTY City Administrator Hedges provided an overview on this item. Councilmember Carlson moved, Mayor Awada seconded a motion to ratify the letter of intent with Duke-Weeks for acquisition of a 60 acre parcel for the central facilities, to authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute a purchase agreement and to direct the City Attorney to cease condemnation activities with respect to this property. Joe Bari, 3033 Timberwood Trail, questioned the estimated market value calculation. Finance Director Gene VanOverbeke explained the difference between market value versus tax capacity rates. Councilmember Carlson thanked Pat Thomas for her inspiration. Counci1member Masin added that this is one of the last parcels suitable for community events. She mentioned that a previous Council had passed on the opportunity to purchase 200 acres of land at Lexington Avenue and Yankee Doodle Road for community uses. Mayor Awada noted that the City Council put in a sealed bid for the 200 acres; however, the City was outbid by $600,000. Councilmember Carlson said that this is the best location for a central park and added that the shared parking with the corporate neighbors is of benefit to the City. She noted that the land will be acquired at the going rate and is not too high. Mayor Awada stated that this site will be utilized to increase the sense of community in Eagan. A vote was taken on the motion. Aye: 4 Nay: 0 Dorothy Peterson, member of the Central Park Task Force, provided an update on the group's process. Discussion occurred regarding what elements should be included on the "input" document that will be distributed to residents with the next issue of the Parks and Recreation Department brochure. Counci1member Carlson stated that only the elements that were included in the Council's original motion should be included. Mayor Awada concurred. Councilmember Masin stated that the entire community should be given an opportunity to indicate what elements they would like to see in a community center. Counci1member Blomquist said that the cost of including more elements is minimal and stated that the Council has the authority to make the ultimate determination as to what to do with the information. EAGAN CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTFS; FEBRUARY 15, 2000 PAGE 6 00048 Mayor Awada stated that she was in support of the "input" document but added that she did not support the format being proposed. Counci1member Carlson said that she was in agreement with leaving the additional elements on the document but suggested adding disclaimers to avoid giving the public the wrong impression about what elements will be ultimately considered by the Council. Counci1member Masin questioned the point of asking for input if the Council was going to limit the choices presented to the public. Mayor Awada stated that at the last Council meeting the Council passed a motion identifying the elements to be included with a community center. Counci1member Masin said that the City does not have any real good communication system and added that sending this document to the public is the most effective method of reaching a broad audience. Mayor Awada noted that the Council had determined that certain elements that have been added to the list are not feasible and are too costly. Councilmember Carlson added that the inclusion of the auditorium and lap pool on the "input" document would be misleading. Mayor Awada moved, Councilmember Carlson seconded a motion to delete the auditorium and lap pool from the "input" document. Aye: 2 Nay: 2 (Counci1members Masin and Blomquist opposed) The motion failed for lack of a majority. Pat Thomas concurred that the lap pool and auditorium were elements that were not feasible. She stated that the timing is critical and the public should be given an opportunity to provide input. She said that it had been suggested that Eagan businesses be sent an "input" document and that a larger comment section be provided on the form. Councilmember Carlson moved, Mayor Awada seconded a motion to delete the auditorium and lap pool from the "input" document and allow an opportunity for feedback regarding the other elements. Councilmember Carlson suggested that feedback be obtained regarding the preferred number of seating for the banquet facility. A vote was taken on the motion. Aye: 4 Nay: 0 Mayor Awada moved, Councilmember Carlson seconded a motion to authorize the hiring of a consultant to prepare a Master Plan for the 60-acre site at a cost not to exceed $7,000. Aye: 4 Nay: 0 Mayor Awada recessed the meeting at 9:35 p.m. She reconvened the meeting at 9:40 p.m. Qljjtil$~Nj$$ CONSIDER MEMBERSIllP, DAKOTA COUNTY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT PARTNERSHIP City Administrator Hedges provided an overview on this item. Councilmember Masin stated that in the past the Economic Development Commission has supported the City's membership in this organization; however, some of the City Council members did not want to belong. Counci1member Blomquist noted that the structure and membership of the organization has changed. She added that she would be willing to attend the quarterly meetings. Counci1member Carlson moved, Counci1member seconded a motion to approve membership in the Dakota County Economic Development Partnership. Aye: 3 Nay: 1 (Mayor Awada opposed) SUBDIVISION, INVER GROVE HEIGHTS - BETTY ALLEN PROPERTY City Administrator Hedges provided an overview on this item. Senior Planner Ridley gave a staff report and added that the Advisory Parks Commission recommended a cash dedication in lieu of parkland dedication. EAGAN CI1Y COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES; FEBRUARY 15, 2000 PAGE 7 00049 Mike Black, representing Royal Oaks Realty, discussed the project details, the site location, utility extensions, traffic study, the future park proposal and concerns of the adjacent neighbors. He stated that they have agreed to the street connections between Apennine Way and Albavar Path and to Stratford Lane. He noted that they have agreed to protect the volunteer tree growth. He commented that the plan before the Council responds to each issue of concern raised by the Eagan Advisory Planning Commission. Mayor Awada asked if the proposal meets City standards. Director of Public Works Colbert stated that the plan meets City standards, subject to the refinement of the storm sewer plans. Mayor Awada asked what control the City has with regard to the Joint Powers Agreement OP A) with Inver Grove Heights. City Attorney Sheldon stated that Eagan's approval of the extension of water and sanitary sewer service to Inver Grove Heights is conditioned upon Eagan's approval of development plans for the property. He said that under the JPA the City's review is more pertinent to engineering issues rather than subdivision issues. Counci1member Carlson stated that the utility plan must be in conformance with City standards, but the Council only has the ability to comment on the subdivision. Mayor Awada asked if the utility plan is in conformance with City standards. Director of Public Works Colbert stated that the plan is consistent with the JP A. Counci1member Blomquist questioned if there was a legal basis for denying this proposal. City Attorney Sheldon responded that the Council would need to articulate specific engineering-related reasons to deny the proposal. Mayor Awada said her main concern was access to the subdivision. Several residents of both Eagan and Inver Grove Heights spoke about concerns regarding increased traffic, circulation, parkj open space, density, transition, school bus stop safety and tree preservation. Discussion occurred about discouraging development south of the subject property until 120th Street is improved, thereby providing an additional outlet from this area. Mayor Awada said the neighborhood needs additional parkland and suggested it be located near the corporate boundary in the vicinity of Lot 1, Block 4 and further suggested a partial land and partial cash dedication. Councilmember Masin questioned if the Southern Lakes Park issue had been resolved. Director of Parks and Recreation Ken Vraa clarified the status of the Southern Lakes Park. Mayor Awada suggested that a requirement be added to the APC conditions to provide a mini park in the general area of Shorty Mullen's property. She said the APrC should review the mini park component. Mayor Awada moved, Councilmember Carlson seconded a motion to approve the extension of utilities subject to following conditions: 1. Street connections shall be made from Apennine Way to Stratford Lane and to Albavar Path. 2. Park dedication shall be satisfied by providing a partial land (mini park) near the corporate boundary and the Mullen's property and partial cash dedication. 3. The developer shall demonstrate to the satisfaction of Eagan's Engineering staff that the stormwater management plan protects existing homes in Eagan from drainage problems. 4. The grading and tree preservation plans shall provide for protection of the trees along the EaganjInver Grove Heights border. EAGAN CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES; FEBRUARY 15, 2000 PAGE 8 00050 5. All other conditions and requirements of the Joint Powers Agreement shall be fulfilled. Aye: 4 Nay: 0 Mayor Awada moved, Councilmember Carlson seconded a motion to direct staff to send a letter to the City of Inver Grove Heights stating that the City of Eagan will not provide further utility extensions to properties south of the Betty Allen property unti1120th Street is extended and improved. Aye: 4 Nay: 0 COMMERCIAl/CONSTRUCTION-DEMO RESIDENTIAL TRASH HAULER LICENSE FOR NEW EARTH SERVICES City Administrator Hedges provided an overview on this item. Mayor Awada asked if the applicant's vehicles comply with City standards. Communications/Recycling Coordinator Joanna Foote stated that the new vehicle appears to meet City standards. She added that the issues with the County are still pending. Ann O'Reilly, attorney representing New Earth Services, stated that the County issues are separate from the licensing issue. City Administrator Hedges reiterated that the vehicles appear to meet City standards. Counci1member Blomquist moved, Counci1member Carlson seconded a motion to approve a commercial/ multi-family and construction/ demolition waste-hauling license for New Earth Services, Ine. Aye: 4 Nay: 0 Counci1member Masin moved, Counci1member Carlson seconded a motion to approve an increase in the number of residential hauling licenses. Aye: 4 Nay: 0 Counci1member Carlson moved, Counci1member Blomquist seconded a motion to approve a residential waste-hauling license for New Earth Services, Inc. Aye: 4 Nay: 0 N~,j;tY$.~NI$$. REZONING & PRELIMINARY SUBDIVISION, DANIEL AND DEBORAH GOETZ (GOETZ FIRST ADDITION) City Administrator Hedges provided an overview on this item. Senior Planner Ridley gave a staff report. Jay Karlovich, attorney representing Daniel and Deborah Goetz, explained the issue with the storm sewer obligation. Mayor Awada asked if the City has ever waived the storm water assessment with a new subdivision. Discussion occurred regarding when storm water charges have not been assessed. Mayor Awada stated that the main problem is that the back of the property backs up to Patrick Eagan Park and it would not be possible to subdivide it so that a third lot could be accommodated, unless a variance was granted. She noted that the Goetz's request to reduce or defer the storm water charge is not in compliance with City policies. Counci1member Carlson said that the City Council has to be consistent with regard to assessments. Mayor Awada stated that this request would require the Council to deviate from standard policy. 00051 EAGAN CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES; FEBRUARY 15, 2000 PAGE 9 Mayor Awada moved, Counci1member Masin seconded a motion to approve a Rezoning of approximately 4.7 acres from A (Agricultural) to R-l (Single Family) located south of Deerwood Drive and east of Denmark Avenue in the southwest 1/4 of Section 22. Aye: 4 Nay: 0 Mr. Karlovich asked if the City would be interested in a land swap in exchange for a reduction or elimination of the storm sewer charges. Mayor Awada stated that staff could look at the possibility and bring back information at the time the final subdivision is given consideration. Mayor Awada moved, Counci1member Masin seconded a motion to approve a Preliminary Subdivision entitled the "Goetz First Addition" located south of Deerwood Drive and east of Denmark Avenue in the southwest 1/4 of Section 22 subject to the following conditions: 1. The developer shall comply with these standard conditions of plat approval as adopted by Council on February 3,1993: A1, B1, 4, Cl, Dl, El 2. The property shall be platted. 3. Proposed Lot 1 shall be subject to a cash parks dedication and cash trails dedication. 4. An individual lot tree preservation plan shall be required for Lot 1 at the time of building permit application. 5. Tree Protective measures (i.e. orange colored silt fence or 4 foot polyethylene laminate safety netting) shall be installed at the Drip Line or at the perimeter of the Critical Root Zone, whichever is greater, of significant trees/woodlands to be preserved. 6. The applicant shall contact the City Forestry Division and set up a pre-construction site inspection at least five days prior to the issuance of the grading permit to ensure compliance with the approve Tree Preservation Plan and placement of the Tree Protection Fencing. 7. This development shall be responsible for a water quality cash dedication in lieu on-site ponding. Aye: 4 Nay: 0 RESOLUTION CALLING FOR PUBLIC HEARINGS ON ESTABLISHMENT OF AN ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY AND ADOPTION OF AN ENABLING RESOLUTION AND EST ABLISIllNG DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT FOR SITE TO BE ACQUIRED CENTRAL FACILITIES PROPERTY City Administrator Hedges provided an overview on this item. Counci1member Masin moved, Counci1member Carlson seconded a motion to approve a resolution calling for public hearings on establishment of an Economic Development Authority and 00-13 adoption of an enabling resolution and establishing development district for site to be acquired - Central Facilities Property. Aye: 4 Nay: 0 yrm!wQ3$w@~~I,:Egp Jeff Gregory, 1322 Deercliff Lane, commented on the City's governmental process, the criteria used to purchase prime property, overspending and taxes and the ability of a community center to generate revenues. He questioned the availability of the City Council Meeting Procedure and Guideline handout. Mayor Awada noted that the handout is being updated but has been made available in the 00052 EAGAN CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES; FEBRUARY 15, 2000 PAGE 10 lobby of City Hall. Mr. Gregory said that he appreciated the amount of time and effort that the City Council devotes to the community. ImIQ'QB_ The meeting adjourned at 12:15 a.m. Date FEBRUARY 15, 2000 If you need these minutes in an alternative form such as large print, Braille, audio tape, etc., please contact the City of Eagan, 3830 Pilot Knob Road, Eagan, MN 55122, (651) 681-4600, (TDD phone: (651) 454-8535). The City of Eagan is committed to the policy that all persons have equal access to its programs, services, activities, facilities and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, marital status or status with regard to public assistance.