04/20/1999 - City Council Regular
MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE
EAGAN CITY COUNCIL
Eagan, Minnesota
April 20, 1999
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A regular meeting of the Eagan City Council was held on Tuesday, April 20, 1999 at 6:30 p.m. at
the Eagan Municipal Center. Present were Mayor Awada and Councilmembers Masin, Blomquist,
Carlson and Bakken. Also present were City Administrator Tom Hedges, Senior Planner Mike Ridley,
Director of Public Works Tom Colbert, and City Attorney Jim Sheldon.
AGENDA
Mayor Awada noted that the Administrative Agenda would be considered as Item IV. A,
following Department Head Business.
Councilmember Bakken moved, Councilmember Masin seconded a motion to approve the
agenda as presented. Aye: 5 Nay: 0
MINUTES OF THE APRIL 6, 1999 REGULAR MEETING
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Councilmember Blomquist moved, Councilmember Carlson seconded a motion to approve the
minutes as presented. Aye: 5 Nay: 0
VISITORS TO BE HEARD
Danielle Gebhart, Karie Jorgenson, Kirsten Jorgenson and Katey Munson were present. Ms.
Munson provided an update on the Eagan Forever Green program and thanked the City Council for their
participation. Mayor Awada noted that an essay written by Ms. Munson served as the impetus for this
program.
Jill Wiedemann-West, 600 Lone Oak Road, commented on Consent Agenda Item D, Tree"
contractor license renewal. Outdoor Specialties, 560 Lone Oak Road, and said that the drainage from this
business has been adversely impacting drainage on her property. She added that the City has been
apprised of this situation for the past two years and requested the Council re-consider the license request
if drainage continues to be a problem."
ADMINISTRATIVE AGENDA
CONSIDER FINANCIAL PARTICIPATION IN FEASIBILITY STUDY FOR PROPOSED MULTI-
SPORT AIR STRUCTURE
City Administrator Hedges provided an overview on this item. Councilmember Masin asked if
this information had been presented to the Advisory Parks Commission for review. She also questioned
if the Park Department and the APrC have identified this type of facility as part of the Park Master Plan.
City Administrator Hedges stated that this item has not been to the APrC for formal recommendation.
He further stated that a gymnasium is one of the goals of the APrC since they have identified a shortage
of gymnasium space.
Councilmember Blomquist moved, Councilmember Bakken seconded a motion to approve
participating financially in a feasibility study for the development of a multi-sport air structure on the
EHS/Dakota Hills Middle School Campus, subject to an affirmative action taken by School District 196 to
participate financially in the feasibility study.
Councilmember Blomquist inquired about the potential location for this facility. City
Administrator Hedges said that the location that was discussed is on the north side of Dakota Hills
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Middle School. Mayor A wada stated that the location has not been officially determined at this time and
further stated that the feasibility study will identify potential locations.
A vote was taken on the motion. Aye: 5 Nay: 0
Councilmember Masin moved, Councilmember Blomquist seconded a motion to direct this item
to the APrC for their review and recommendation.
Councilmember Blomquist said she would like the Council to meet with the School Board and the
APrC to further discuss this request and added that the meeting should be televised on cable.
Councilmember Masin added that the Council needs to know if this request fits with the APrC's goals.
A vote was taken on the motion. Aye: 5 Nay: 0
SCHEDULE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS/APRIL 27 & MAY 4
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City Administrator Hedges provided an overview on this item.
Councilmember Masin moved, Councilmember Bakken seconded a motion to schedule Special
City Council meetings for April 27 and May 4 at 4:30 p.m. Aye: 5 Nay: 0
CONSENT AGENDA
Councilmember Bakken moved, Councilmember Carlson seconded a motion to separate Item D,
Tree contractor license renewal, Outdoor Specialties, 560 Lone Oak Road, from the Consent Agenda. Aye:
5 Nay: 0
A. Personnel Items
Item 1. It was recommended to approve the hiring of Renae Elert as the Assistant Facility Manager for
Cascade Bay.
Item 2. It was recommended to approve the hiring of Alison Doering as the Lifeguard Manager for
Cascade Bay.
Item 3. It was recommended to approve the hiring of Amanda C. York as a Lifeguard Shift Leader for
Cascade Bay.
Item 4. It was recommended to approve the hiring of Bridget Love, Maya Schwartz and Nacole
VanThomme as lifeguards for Cascade Bay.
Item 5. It was recommended to approve the hiring of Justin Johnston and Kevin Weber as
operations/maintenance workers for Cascade Bay.
Item 6. It was recommended to approve the hiring of Nicole Brady, Nicole Gundacker, Ashley Kjos, Matt
Overhaus and Eve St. Peter as guest service workers for Cascade Bay.
Item 7. It was recommended to approve the hiring of Lacey Kotval, Jeannie Knoedler, Dale Skogstad and
Mallory Wessel as concession workers for Cascade Bay.
Item 8. It was recommended to approve the hiring of Colleen Mathiason as a seasonal Preschool Program
Instructor.
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Item 9. It was recommended to approve the hiring of Andrew Beecher, Julie Beecher, Deborah Buntjer,
Karen Butler, Marti Vuyck, Holly Confer, Meghan Doherty, Nora Flueger and Christie Mason as
concession workers for Northview.
Item 10. It was recommended to approve the hiring of Shannon Haugh and Christie Mason as seasonal
recreation leaders.
Item 11. It was recommended to approve the hiring of Ben Anderson as a seasonal streets maintenance
worker.
Item 12. It was recommended to approve the hiring of LeRoy Rother as a seasonal parks maintenance
worker.
Item 13. It was recommended to approve the hiring of Gretchen Ferris as a seasonal park atte~dant.
Item 14. It was recommenCled to approve the hiring of Paul Whisenand as a seasonal ballfield attendant.
Item 15. It was recommended to approve the reclassification of the part-time Accounts Payable position
from Clerical II to Clerical III.
Item 16. It was recommended to accept the letter of resignation from Jacqueline Snortheim, a part-time
Clerical Tech III in Community Development.
Item 17. It was recommended to accept the letter of resignation from John LeMeiux, a streets
maintenance worker.
B. Set Saturday, May 8 at 10:00 a.m., Eagan Maintenance Facility, 3501 Coachman Point as the date and
location for the 1999 City auction and declare bicycles, unclaimed property and miscellaneous City
property to be surplus. It was recommended to schedule the Eagan City Auction for 10:00 a.m. on
Saturday, May 8, 1999, at the Eagan Maintenance Facility, 3501 Coachman Point and to declare items,
including bicycles, unclaimed property and miscellaneous City property, to be surplus eligible for sale.
C. Approve Third Assignment and Consent Agreement and Subordination Agreement - Eagan Business
Commons, LLC. It was recommended to approve the Third Assignment and Consent Agreement and the
Subordination Agreement related to Lot 1, Block 1, Eagan Business Commons 2nd Addition.
D. Tree contractor license renewal, Outdoor Specialties, 560 Lone Oak Road. This item was pulled from
the Consent Agenda.
E. Exemption from lawful gambling, Valley Viewers 4-H Club, to conduct bingo luly 2-4, 1999 at Sky Hill 99 - 21
Park. It was recommended to approve a resolution providing for an exemption from the lawful gambling
license requirement for the Valley Viewers 4-H Club to conduct bingo July 2 through July 4, 1999 at Sky
Hill Park in conjunction with the Fourth of July celebration.
F. Contract 99-07, approve plans & specs/ order ad for bids (Safari Reservoir - Refurbish & Repaint). It
was recommended to approve the plans for Contract 99-07 (Safari Reservoir - Refurbish and Repaint) and
authorize the advertisement for a bid opening to be held at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, May 27, 1999.
G. Commercial fertilizer applicator license renewal, Land Care USA (formerly Showcase Landscape), 357
Ulysses St. N.E., Minneapolis. It was recommended to approve a commercial fertilizer applicator license
renewal for Land Care USA as presented.
H. Project 717R, receive final assessment roll/ order public hearing (Country Home Heights - Street
Improvements). It was recommended to receive the Final Assessment Roll for Project 717R (Country
Home Heights - Street Improvements) and schedule a public hearing to be held on May 18,1999.
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I. Resolution, Arbor Day. It was recommended to approve the Arbor Day Resolution setting Saturday, 99-19
May 1 as Arbor Day and May, 1999 as Arbor Month in the City of Eagan.
Councilmember Blomquist moved, Councilmember Masin seconded a motion to approve the
Consent Agenda. Aye: 5 Nay: 0
Mayor A wada acknowledged the item that was separated from the consent agenda.
In regard to Item D, Tree contractor license renewal, Outdoor Specialties, 560 Lone Oak Road,
Councilmember Bakken stated that he would like more information about the drainage problems being
created on the property located at 600 Lone Oak Road as a result of this business's operations.
Councilmember Bakken moved, Councilmember Carlson seconded a motion to continue the tree
contractor license renewal for Outdoor Specialties to the May 4, 1999 City Council meeting. Aye: 5 Nay:
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LEGISLATIVF/lNTERGOVERNMENTAL AFFAIRS
Mayor Awada referenced a letter the Council received from the Ramsey County Regional
Railroad Authority. Councilmember Masin stated that the letter was inappropriate and parochial. She
further stated that any pilot project, regardless of location, would be beneficial. Mayor Awada added that
Dakota County should consider sending out a similar letter. Councilmember Blomquist suggested a letter
be written providing information on the City's position in regard to light rail. Councilmember Masin said
that a letter countering Ramsey County's plea should be sent by the City of Eagan. Councilmember
Bakken said that the City should speak out on this issue but should not be too critical. Mayor Awada
stated that the East Metro has indicated that they will not support LRT in Minneapolis if they are not also
given consideration. Councilmember Bakken suggested the City should request the East Metro not
jeopardize the future of LRT in the metropolitan area. Councilmember Blomquist said that the letter
should express the Council's support of the core alignment for LRT, but should also suggest that all
counties be included in consideration for future funding. Councilmember Masin added that it should
also be noted that Dakota County feels strongly about LRT and it should be emphasized that any project
will benefit the region and the state.
Councilmember Bakken suggested that each Councilmember contact City Administrator Hedges
with their input allowing staff an opportunity to prepare a draft letter for review by the Council. Mayor
Awada said that the letter should be sent within the next week to Ramsey County and all legislators.
Councilmember Masin stated that a letter should also be sent to the MVT A and the ST A.
Councilmember Masin mentioned that a letter written by her will appear in the editorial section
of the local newspapers regarding the STA and its position on legislative issues. She encouraged
residents of Eagan to contact local legislators to express their support of repealing the sales tax to cities
and also to indicate their support of the state's development of a first-class transportation multi-modal
system in the area.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
V ARIANCE, ROBERT ROL (1639 NORWOOD DRIVE)
City Administrator Hedges provided an overview on this item. Senior Planner Ridley gave a
staff report.
Councilmember Carlson moved, Councilmember Bakken seconded a motion to approve a
Variance of 3 feet to the required ten foot setback from a side lot line for 1639 Norwood Drive, legally
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described as Lot 7, Block 2, Brittany Addition located in the NW 1/4 of Section 32 subject to the following
conditions:
1. The applicant shall obtain a building permit prior to beginning any construction.
2. If within one year after approval, the variance shall not have been completed or utilized,
it shall become null and void unless a petition for extension has been granted by the
Council. Such extension shall be requested in writing at least 30 days before expiration
and shall state facts showing a good faith attempt to complete or utilize the use permitted
in the variance.
Mayor Awada opened the public hearing to anyone wishing to speak. There being no one, she
closed the public hearing and turned the discussion back to the Council.
A vote was taken on the motion. Aye: 5 Nay: 0
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PROJECT 734, FINAL ASSESSMENT HEARING, TOWN CENTRE DRIVE 100 (SIDEWALK)
City Administrator Hedges provided an overview on this item. Director of Public Works Colbert
gave a staff report.
Councilmember Bakken moved, Councilmember Blomquist seconded a motion to approve the
Final Assessment Roll for Project 734 (Town Centre 100 Additions - Sidewalk Improvements) and
authorize its certification to Dakota County for collection.
Mayor A wada opened the public hearing to anyone wishing to speak. There being no one else
wishing to speak, she closed the public hearing and turned the discussion back to the Council.
A vote was taken on the motion. Aye: 5 Nay: 0
OLD BUSINESS
PROJECT 709R, HWY.13 UPGRADE, NEGATIVE DECLARATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
City Administrator Hedges provided an overview on this item. Director of Public Works Colbert
gave a staff report.
Councilmember Carlson moved, Councilmember Bakken seconded a motion to adopt a
Resolution of a Negative Declaration for the need to prepare an Environmental Impact Statement for 99 - 20
Project 709R (State Trunk Highway 13 - Upgrade) and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute all
related documents. Aye: 5 Nay: 0
CONTRACT 99-05, JOHNNY CAKE RIDGE ROAD EXTENSION
STREET & UTILITY IMPROVEMENTS
City Administrator Hedges provided an overview on this item. He noted that, although it was
not known if Pulte Homes had acquired the necessary property for rights-of-way and easements, the
Council could take action subject to the recording of the final plat.
Councilmember Bakken moved, Councilmember Carlson seconded a motion to receive the bids
for Contract 99-05 Q"ohnny Cake Ridge Road Extension - Street and Utility Improvements), award the
contract to Ryan Contracting, Inc., for the Base Bid in the amount of $1,066,695.39, and authorize the
Mayor and City Clerk to execute all related documents subject to the recording of the Oakbrooke plat.
Aye: 5 Nay: 0
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CONSIDER INTERIM USE ORDINANCE (MORATORIUM)
CEDAR AVENUF/HIGHWAY13 STUDY AREA
City Administrator Hedges provided an overview on this item.
Councilmember Blomquist moved, Councilmember Bakken seconded a motion to adopt the
study area as recommended by the Cedar Avenue/Highway 13 Task Force.
Margaret Schreiner, Chair of the Cedar Avenue/Highway 13 Task Force, commented on the areas
the task force had recommended be included in the study area. Councilmeinber Masin asked about the
rationale for the expansion. Ms. Schreiner stated that the task force included the additional areas
particularly because of traffic flow and access issues.
A vote was taken on the motion. Aye: 5 Nay: 0
Councilmember Blomquist moved, Councilmember Bakken seconded a motion to schedule the
Interim Use Ordinance, to include the moratorium area and parameters for the moratorium as
recommended by the Cedar Avenue/Highway 13 Task Force, on the May 4, 1999 City Council meeting
agenda.
Mayor Awada asked why the Duke property and the vacant property immediately to the north
across Kennebec Drive were excluded from the moratorium area. Ms. Schreiner stated that the properties
were not included because a plan already exists for these areas.
A vote was taken on the motion. Aye: 5 Nay: 0
Ms. Schreiner noted that the task force also took action to make every effort to minimize impacts
to the Cedarvale business community that may result from the study or the moratorium.
NEW BUSINESS
COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE PLAN AMENDMENT - CITY OF EAGAN AMENDING THE LAND USE
OF APPROXIMATELY FOUR ACRES OF EXISTING RIGHT-OF-WAY, T.H. 77 (CEDAR AVENUE),
TO D-l, SINGLE FAMILY AND A REZONING TO R-l (SINGLE FAMILY), LOCATED SOUTH OF
CLIFF ROAD BETWEEN CEDAR AVENUE AND NICOLS ROAD IN THE NW % OF SECTIONS 31
Senior Planner Ridley gave a staff report.
Councilmember Blomquist moved, Councilmember Bakken seconded a motion to approve a
Comprehensive Guide Plan Amendment that would establish a D-I, Single-Family Land Use Guide Plan
designation subject to Met Council approval, upon 4.0 acres of excess T.H. 77 right-of-way located south
of Cliff Road and west of Nicols Road in the northwest 1/4 of Section 31.
Senior Planner Ridley noted that an amended petition submitted by the adjacent residents had
been received and distributed to the City Council.
Brock Kiecker, 2142 Nancy Circle, stated that single-family homes are more appropriate than a
larger multi-family development. He mentioned that the neighborhood has experienced some problems
with a rental property in the area. He said he would prefer to have the property remain undeveloped and
wooded.
Randy Hedlund, who has worked with MnDOT to have the property identified as excess right-of-
way, indicated that they would prefer the multi-family development approach which would provide
greater control than a single-family development. He added that they have met with a client that would
be interested in building a 16-unit multiple housing development. He further added that the units would
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be for sale for approximately $185,000 per unit. He mentioned that the amount of tree loss is comparable
between the single-family development and the multi-family development. He stated that they would be
agreeable to either a single-family or multi-family development.
Councilmember Blomquist said she did not support the multi-family development.
Janice VanLeuven, 2148 Nancy Circle, supported the single-family development.
Mayor Awada indicated she was also in support of the single-family development.
Councilmember Masin stated that the existing development has been surrounded by a lot of commercial
development. She added that the Council should ensure that a buffer is preserved on the existing right-
of-way. Councilmember Carlson stated that some of Councilmember Masin's concerns could be
addressed as part of the rezoning. She suggested a rezoning to Planned Development (PO) as opposed to
Single-Family (R-l) to allow for greater development control. Mayor Awada concurred.
Senior Planner Ridiey provided an explanation on rezoning to PD.
Councilmember Bakken called for the question. A vote was taken on calling the question. Aye: 5
Nay: 0
A vote was taken on the motion. Aye: 5 Nay: 0
Councilmember Carlson moved, Mayor Awada seconded a motion to approve a Rezoning of 4.0
acres of excess T.H. 77 right-of-way located south of Cliff Road and west of Nicols Road in the northwest
1/4 of Section 31 to PD, (Planned Development) designation, subject to the Met Council approving the
Guide Plan Amendment to D-I.
Barbara Kiecker, 2142 Nancy Circle, asked for clarification on the effect of a rezoning to PD.
Mayor Awada stated that this rezoning will only allow single-family development and that the PD
classification provides the Council with greater development control. Councilmember Carlson added
that the Council is trying to mitigate the residents' concerns.
Jim McGuire, 2144 Nancy Circle, requested the trees and the contour of the land be preserved
with this development.
Councilmember Blomquist stated that the PD designation will accomplish Mr. McGuire's request.
She suggested that a condition be added requiring that a new plat be submitted showing, to the greatest
degree possible, limited disturbance to the existing hills and vegetation. Councilmember Carlson noted
that the developer has only presented a conceptual plat for an example and said that the approval of the
actual plat is not before the Council at this time. Councilmember Masin mentioned that there have been a
few situations where the Council has not taken any action prior to the actual plat design being submitted
to the Council for consideration. Mayor Awada stated that this would be possible under an R-l zoning
designation but not under a Planned Development zoning designation. Senior Planner Ridley explained
that a PD zoning classification does not allow any development without a Planned Development
agreement. Councilmember Blomquist reiterated that there should be limited changes to the existing
terrain and the impacts to the existing trees should be mitigated.
A vote was taken on the motion. Aye: 5 Nay: 0
ORDINANCE AMENDMENT TO CHAPTER 11 - CITY OF EAGAN
ESTABLISHING COFFEE KIOSKS
City Administrator Hedges provided an overview on this item.
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Councilmember Bakken moved, Councilmember Carlson seconded a motion to approve an
Amendment to Chapter 11 (Land Use Regulations) of the City Code that would establish "coffee kiosks"
as conditional uses within the City's commercial and industrial zoning districts.
Councilmember Masin questioned why there was a performance standard stating that no on-site
preparation of food shall be allowed. Senior Planner Ridley said that the heating of prepared food is
acceptable, but the Health Department's concern pertains to the preparation of food, given the small area
of the kiosk.
Councilmember Carlson asked if the kiosks will be required to be connected to City water. Senior
Planner Ridley stated that the State Health Department had been reviewing those requirements and
added that this ordinance has been drafted to be consistent with the State's requirements.
Councilmember Blomquist noted that this ordinance specifically addresses coffee kiosks and
asked how other requests for different types of kiosks will be handled. City Attorney Sheldon stated that
the zoning ordinance only"'provides for coffee kiosks at this time and other requests could be addressed at
the time they are brought forward. Councilmember Bakken added that the first section of the ordinance
defines a coffee kiosk as a retail food business in a freestanding building that sells primarily coffee or
other beverages, which allows for some interpretation by the Council.
A vote was taken on the motion. Aye: 5 Nay: 0
ORDINANCE AMENDMENT - CHAPTER 6
DECREASING THE NUMBER OF HAULER LICENSES
City Administrator Hedges provided an overview on this item.
Councilmember Blomquist moved, Mayor A wada seconded a motion to approve the ordinance
amendment regarding the number of licensed haulers.
Councilmember Blomquist asked for a list of the licensed haulers currently operating in the City.
City Administrator Hedges indicated that he would provide that information to the Council in the
Informative Memo.
Councilmember Carlson stated that she might vote against this item because she does not believe
in the philosophy of government controlling business. Councilmember Blomquist stated that, although
the ordinance limits the number of haulers in the City, it also attempts to prevent excessive wear and tear
of City streets by reducing the duplication of truck trips in residential neighborhoods.
Mayor Awada added that she originally voted against this ordinance, but said she does not feel
as strongly that the Council is limiting competition. Councilmember Bakken stated that he would be
opposed to restricting the number of licenses and limiting the free market, although he understands the
safety concerns and the negative effect on City roads. He further stated that he has not found that
limiting the number of licenses has a significant impact on reducing the number of trucks. He said that it
works best if neighborhoods work together to create a unified trash collection plan. He further said that
many of the haulers now offer a discount for unified trash collection and added that this is the best way to
approach the problem.
Councilmember Masin stated that the City does encourage neighborhoods to band together to
choose one hauler to collect neighborhood trash. She said it may be helpful to review how many
neighborhoods have a unified trash collection plan. She noted that the Council and the Solid Waste
Abatement Commission (SW AC) were informed that when they adopted this ordinance the haulers were
going to begin buying out other hauling companies.
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Councilmember Blomquist amended her motion to cap the number of haulers at seven. Mayor
A wada, as the seconder of the original motion, accepted the amendment.
Councilmember Carlson said that limiting the number of licensed haulers to five is too minimal
and limiting the number to seven or eight is more compatible with the population of Eagan.
Councilmember Bakken added that he was more comfortable with the amended motion.
Mayor A wada made a friendly amendment providing direction to change the current policy to
state that it is no longer necessary for staff to revise the ordinance each time the number of haulers
changes following a consolidation of haulers. Councilmember Blomquist, as the maker of the motion,
accepted the amendment.
Councilmember Masin stated that a lot of time was spent devising the current policy and
suggested that this item be continued to allow discussion with the SW AC. Councilmember Carlson asked
if the Council was taking action contrary to the existing policy. Mayor Awada stated that the policy
allowed for the ordinancelo be amended each time consolidation occurred, with an ultimate goal of
having approximately five residential haulers in the City. Councilmember Carlson agreed with
Councilmember Masin's suggestion to discuss the changes to the policy with the SW AC. Councilmember
Blomquist asked if the SW AC was aware of this ordinance amendment. City Administrator Hedges said
he was unsure if they were aware of the change. He noted that their ultimate goal was to cap the number
of haulers at five. Councilmember Blomquist said she would like the Council to vote on the motion
subject to the SW AC's review. Councilmember Carlson suggested the motion be split into two motions.
Councilmember Bakken suggested that action be taken on the motion on the floor and called the
question. A vote was taken on calling the question. Aye: 4 Nay: 1 (Councilmember Masin opposed)
A vote was taken on the motion. Aye: 3 Nay: 2 (Councilmembers Carlson and Masin opposed)
Councilmember Masin stated that if the Council is changing the policy they should give the
SW AC the courtesy of being informed about the Council's decision and their rationale.
Councilmember Carlson noted that she voted against this item for a different reason than
Councilmember Masin voted against the item.
Councilmember Blomquist moved, Councilmember Carlson seconded a motion to forward the
Council's action regarding the ordinance amendment and the change to the existing policy to the Solid
Waste Abatement Commission for review and comment.
Councilmember Carlson further amended the motion to request the comments of the SW AC be
forwarded to the City Council. Councilmember Blomquist, as the maker of the motion, accepted the
friendly amendment.
A vote was taken on the motion. Aye: 5 Nay: 0
ROUND TABLE
City Administrator Hedges requested the City Council submit their proposed goals to him.
Mayor Awada commended Koch Refinery for their efforts to cut their emissions below what the
regulations mandate. She mentioned that Coca Cola, one of the Eagan Forever Green sponsors, is
donating a portion of their proceeds from the sale of cases of pop at Byerly's to the Forever Green
program, which is above their earlier commitment.
Councilmember Masin mentioned that she and Mayor Awada attended the Youth Summit on
April 9 and asked for the Council's permission to invite some of the teens who were in attendance at the
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Summit to address the Council at the next meeting. City Administrator Hedges stated that they could be
scheduled under Department Head Business at the May 4 meeting. Councilmember Masin said that the
Eagan Healthy Community Initiative is looking for someone to design a web site and to act as the host for
the site. She questioned if the City could volunteer its services. City Administrator Hedges said he
would check with the City's webmaster to see if this would be feasible and he would identify the
parameters for the Council to consider at a future work session.
Councilmember Blomquist asked if City Administrator Hedges had incorporated the facilitator's
goals in the Council's list of goals. City Administrator Hedges said the facilitator's goals were
incorporated.
Councilmember Blomquist apologized for failing to mention that the Eagan Athletic Association
should be included in discussions with the Council and the School District regarding the multi-sport air
structure. She added that EAA is an integral part of this discussion.
Councilmember Carlson asked for an update on the agenda hotline. City Administrator Hedges
stated that the hotline is operational at this time.
Advisory Parks Commission Member Joseph Bari mentioned that members of the commission
received a copy of the 1999 budget and he complimented the City Council and staff for the excellent
presentation of the budget.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 8:20 p.m.
April 20, 1999
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