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06/01/1999 - City Council Regular 00161 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE EAGAN CITY COUNCIL Eagan, Minnesota June 1, 1999 A regular meeting of the Eagan City Council was held on Tuesday, June 1,1999 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 Councilmember Masin would be commenting on the significance of the Memorial Day holiday under Department Head Business as Item AA. She also noted that Item A, Personnel Items, would be separated from the Consent Agenda and moved to Item B of Old Business. Mayor A wada moved, Councilmember Bakken seconded a motion to approve the agenda as modified. Councilmember Masin requested that Items C, I, J and L be separated from the Consent Agenda and considered under Old Business. Mayor Awada mentioned that Councilmember Masin would be providing a report under Legislative/Intergovernmental Affairs regarding appointments to AMM Policy Committees. She further mentioned that a change to the upcoming Special City Council meeting date would be discussed under Department Head Business. City Administrator Hedges noted that Item D of the Consent Agenda would be continued. A vote was taken on the motion. Aye: 5 Nay: 0 MINUTES OF THE MAY 18,1999 REGULAR MEETING Councilmember Masin requested that the first sentence in the first paragraph under Round Table on page six be changed as follows, "Councilmember Masin mentioned that she attended the Center for Transportation Studies' Annual Meeting and said the speaker discussed America's dependence on automobiles in comparison to other countries and presented transportation alternatives to the automobile." Councilmember Bakken moved, Councilmember Carlson seconded a motion to approve the minutes as amended. Aye: 5 Nay: 0 MINUTES OF THE APRIL 27, 1999 SPECIAL MEETING Councilmember Masin noted a typographical error in the last paragraph on page two and requested the word link be changed to length. Councilmember Blomquist moved, Councilmember Bakken seconded a motion to approve the minutes as amended. Aye: 5 Nay: 0 DEPARTMENT HEAD BUSINESS HOLIDAY RECOGNITIONS ON CABLE Councilmember Masin commented on the significance of Memorial Day and commended those individuals, both past and present, who have served in the armed forces. 00162 EAGAN CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES; JUNE 1, 1999 PAGE 2 Councilmember Masin moved, Councilmember Blomquist seconded a motion to direct staff to recognize holidays such as Memorial Day, Veterans Day, and July 4th on cable government channel 16 and also via other media. Aye: 5 Nay: 0 CONTRACT 99-03, YANKEE RESERVOIR REPAINTING - LOGO SELECTION Director of Public Works Colbert provided an overview on this item. Councilmember Blomquist moved, Councilmember Masin seconded a motion to approve Alternate "B" for the logo design for Contract 99-03 (Yankee Doodle Road Reservoir - Repainting). Aye: 5 Nay: 0 WESCOTT ROAD AND LEXINGTON AVENUE CORRIDOR STUDY City Administrator Hedges provided an overview on this item. Director of Public Works Colbert gave a staff report. Councilmember Masin suggested that environmental designs be integrated at the Lexington Avenue and Wescott Road intersection. Mayor Awada said that the Council could discuss design elements at a future work session. Councilmember Bakken moved, Mayor A wada seconded a motion to receive the Corridor Study for Wescott Road and Lexington Avenue and directed that the study be kept on file pending further Council action. Councilmember Carlson stated her desire to implement various recommendations of the study. Director of Public Works Colbert stated that preparation of a detailed study or analysis should be direcetd by the Council as a whole due to related costs. Councilmember Carlson said that school safety warranted further consideration. She asked how much it would cost to install flashing yellow lights identifying school crossings within school zones in the corridor. She suggested that a traffic control signal be installed at Wescott Road and T.H. 149. Director of Public Works Colbert stated that MnDOT is currently evaluating the feasibility of submitting an application requesting regional funding for signalization at Wescott and T.H. 149. He further stated that if MnDOT does not submit an application, the City should initiate the request. Mayor Awada offered a friendly amendment to encourage MnDOT to submit an application for funding to assist in the installation of a signal at Wescott Road and T.H. 149 and to direct the investigation of flashing yellow lights or other traffic mitigation measures adjacent to Glacier Hills and Woodland Elementary Schools. Councilmember Bakken accepted the amendment. Councilmembers Masin and Blomquist concurred with Councilmember Carlson's concern for school crossing safety. A vote was taken on the motion. Aye: 5 Nay: 0 SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING Councilmember Carlson moved, Councilmember Bakken seconded a motion to schedule a Special City Council meeting for June 8, 1999 at 6:00 p.m. Aye: 5 Nay: 0 OC163 EAGAN CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES; JUNE 1, 1999 PAGE 3 CONSENT AGENDA Councilmember Bakken moved, Councilmember Carlson seconded a motion to approve the Consent Agenda. Aye: 5 Nay: 0 A. Personnel Items. All items were pulled from the Consent Agenda and considered under Old Business. B. Preliminary Subdivision, extension request for RiverPark Office Center - BCBSM, Inc. It was recommended to approve an extension of the Preliminary Subdivision for RiverPark Office Center through June 30, 2000 located at 3400 Yankee Drive. C. Final Subdivision, Faithful Shepherd Addition - Faithful Shepherd Catholic Church. This item was pulled from the Consent Agenda and considered under Old Business. 99-36 D. Final Subdivision, Oakview Center - Holiday Stationstores, Inc. This item was continued indefinitely. E. Final Plat and Final Planned Development of Lone Oak Fourth Addition - CSM Properties. It was 99 - 37 recommended to approve a Final Planned Development to allow a single story, 73,465 square foot office- warehouse building upon a 6.4 acre site located north of Northwest Parkway and west of Lone Oak Parkway upon property currently platted as Outlot B, Lone Oak Addition (within the NW % of Section 1) and to approve a Final Plat (Lone Oak Fourth Addition) establishing a single 6.4 acre parcel. F. Contract 99-03, receive bids/ award contract (Yankee Reservoir). It was recommended to receive the bids for Contract 99-03 (Yankee Doodle Reservoir - Refurbish and Repaint), award the contract to Swanson and Youngdale, Inc., for the Base Bid in the amount of $524,960, and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute all related documents. G. Proiect 775, receive feasibility report, order plans & specs (Advent United Methodist Church). It was recommended to receive the feasibility report and approve Project 775 (Advent United Methodist Church - Sanitary Sewer Extension). H. License renewals, service stations and amusement devices. It was recommended to approve license renewals for service stations and amusement devices as presented. I. Project 771, authorize feasibility report and agency agreement with Dakota County (Lexington Ave. widening and signals - Lone Oak to Yankee Doodle). This item was pulled from the Consent Agenda and considered under Old Business. J. Approve rate change - Civic Arena (effective 9/99). This item was pulled from the Consent Agenda and considered under Old Business. K. Adopt the Burnsville/Eagan Community Television Operational Use Policies and Guidelines. It was recommended to adopt the Burnsville/Eagan Community Television (BECT) Operational Use Policies and Guidelines. L. Project 668, request for extended operating hours (Lone Oak Road - Street Improvements). This item was pulled from Consent Agenda and considered under Old Business. M. Final Plat, (Dart Addition) Dart Transit Company. It was recommended to approve a Final Plat (Dart Addition) of a single 10 acre parcel of land located south of Stark's Restaurant between T.H. 149 and the Canadian Pacific rail line in the northwest % of Section 12. 99-38 001.64 EAGAN CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES; JUNE 1, 1999 PAGE 4 LEGISLATIVF/INTERGOVERNMENTAL AFFAIRS Councilmember Masin stated that she would like to serve on the AMM Transportation Committee. Mayor Awada supported Councilmember Masin retaining her position on the Transportation Committee. City Administrator Hedges commented on the Community Services Open House scheduled for June 3, 1999 from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. PUBLIC HEARINGS PROJECT 770, DENMARK AVENUE (STREET AND UTILITY EXTENSION) Councilmember Bakken moved, Councilmember Blomquist seconded a motion to open the public hearing for Project 770 (Denmark Avenue Extension - Street and Utility Improvements) and continue it to July 6, 1999. Aye: 5 Nay: 0 PROJECT 766, WESCOTT ROAD & LEXINGTON AVENUE (SIGNALIZATION) City Administrator Hedges provided an overview on this item. Director of Public Works Colbert introduced Matt Hanson representing SRF and Dakota County Traffic Engineer Pete Sorenson. Mr. Hanson discussed the project details. Director of Public Works Colbert stated that Option D provides the best level of service while being the least intrusive and most economical. He suggested that the right-turn lanes be constructed at the same time that the signal is installed. Mayor Awada asked for a show of hands of those present who were in support of and those who were opposed to the project. The majority of those present were in support of the project. Councilmember Bakken moved, Councilmember Carlson seconded a motion to approve Option D for Project 766 (Wescott Rd. - Signal) and authorize the preparation of plans and acquisition of right-of- way through the quick take eminent domain process, if necessary. Mayor Awada opened the public hearing to anyone wishing to speak. Terry Bolling, neighborhood spokesperson, stated that the majority of the property owners were in support of Option D. He thanked Director of Public Works Colbert for his additional work in identifying an acceptable solution to the neighborhood. He noted that Option D affected fewer property owners, created less environmental impacts, was less expensive and could be completed more quickly than other options. He requested that the affected homeowners be informed about the impacts to their property . There being no one else wishing to speak, Mayor A wada closed the public hearing and turned the discussion back to the Council. Councilmember Blomquist commended Director of Public Works Colbert for his extra effort in attempting to reach a workable solution with the neighbors. Councilmember Carlson questioned the effects of platooning. Dakota County Traffic Engineer Sorenson noted that a traffic signal will create platooning and it is more pronounced during periods of heavy traffic. He also commented on the synchronization of signal lights and added that interconnection of lights is not included in the first phase of the project. Mayor Awada acknowledged Dakota County Commissioner Patrice Bataglia who was present and thanked her for her assistance with this project. A vote was taken on the motion. Aye: 5 Nay: 0 EAGAN CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES; JUNE 1, 1999 PAGES 00165 Mayor Awada requested that a sign be installed at the intersection of Wescott and Lexington informing the public that signalization was approved and will be installed this year. V ACATION OF DRAINAGE & UTILITY EASEMENT (LOTS 3 & 6, BLOCK 1, GREAT OAKS ADDITION) City Administrator Hedges provided an overview on this item. Director of Public Works Colbert gave a staff report. Councilmember Bakken moved, Councilmember Carlson seconded a motion to approve the vacation of the drainage and utility easements on Lot 3 and Lot 6, Block 1, Great Oaks Addition and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute all related documents. Mayor A wada 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. Councilmember Carlson asked if notification had been sent to the surrounding property owners. Director of Public Works Colbert explained that notification is not required for an easement vacation. Mayor Awada commented that this item would require a replatting of the two parcels and that notification would be required. Senior Planner Ridley explained that a subdivision requires mailed notification; however, replatting does not. A vote was taken on the motion. Aye: 5 Nay: 0 OLD BUSINESS RECEIVE OFFICIAL MAP 699-1 (NORTHWOOD PARKWAY) City Administrator Hedges provided an overview on this item. Director of Public Works Colbert gave a staff report. He stated that the APC needs to review this matter before the public hearing is held by the City Council. Councilmember Masin noted that one of the major property owners in the area had only been notified today that this item was scheduled for this evening's Council meeting. Councilmember Masin moved, Councilmember Blomquist seconded a motion to continue this item to the June 15, 1999 City Council meeting. Mayor Awada stated that the only action being taken by the Council was for the purpose of scheduling a public hearing. Director of Public Works Colbert added that the Glen Pond Apartment owner's representative had been notified last week about this evening's meeting. Councilmember Carlson said that taking action to schedule a public hearing will get the process moving forward which will provide an opportunity for public input. Councilmember Bakken concurred. Councilmember Masin stated that the property owner should have been given the courtesy of being informed about this evening's meeting. A vote was taken on the motion. Aye: 2 Nay: 3 (Mayor Awada and Councilmembers Bakken and Carlson opposed). The motion failed for lack of a majority. Councilmember Bakken moved, Councilmember Carlson seconded a motion to receive Official Map #669-1 and schedule a public hearing for July 6, 1999. EAGAN CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES; JUNE 1, 1999 PAGE 6 001.66 Larry Wenzel, owner of the Glen Pond Apartment complex, clarified that there was a lack of communication between he and his architect regarding this evening's meeting. He said that if the road bisects his property he would be left with an unsaleable piece of property. He referenced the proposed land swap and questioned if MnDOT's right-of-way is buildable land. Councilmember Blomquist asked Mr. Wenzel if he would have enough time to address all the outstanding issues if the public hearing were scheduled for July 6. Mr. Wenzel indicated that this timeframe was sufficient. A vote was taken on the motion. Aye: 5 Nay: 0 PERSONNEL ITEMS Mayor A wada moved, Councilmember Bakken seconded a motion to approve the personnel items. Councilmember Masin stated that she would be abstaining on Item 10 due to a possible conflict of interest. A vote was taken on the motion. Aye: 5 Nay: 0; (With the exception of Item 10 - Aye: 4 Nay: 0; Councilmember Masin abstained) Item 1. It was recommended to approve the hiring of Jill Andrew, Julie Beecher, Cassie Braegelman, Meghan Doherty, Jake Groff, Katie Jensen, Tina Kampa, Julie Kugler, Kim Moen, Julie Russomanno, Stacy Showalter and Jennifer Utecht as seasonal recreation leaders. Item 2. It was recommended to approve the hiring of Lucas Behnke, Jim Bredemus, Jim Halloran, Megan Halloran, Jessie Hausman, Ashley Kjos, Tara Knudsen, Emily Krinhop, Jessamine Kruzitski, Kristin Kuklinski, Melissa Maloney, Jennifer Rummel, Jessie Savre, Lindsay Severson, Crystal Stevenson and Laura Tippens as seasonal recreation assistants. Item 3. It was recommended to approve the hiring of Cara Doring as a seasonal arts & crafts specialist. Item 4. It was recommended to approve the hiring of Judy Forde as a seasonal preschool program instructor. Item 5. It was recommended to approve the hiring of Kellee Kattleman and Becky Schmidt as seasonal recreation leaders/ dance. Item 6. It was recommended to approve the hiring of Johanna Malamen as a seasonal park attendant. Item 7. It was recommended to approve the hiring of Chris Larson as a seasonal forestry/parks intern. Item 8. It was recommended to approve the hiring of Colin McIlhon as a seasonal utilities maintenance worker. Item 9. It was recommended to approve the hiring of Eric Hansen as a seasonal streets maintenance worker. Item 10. Hiring of Randy Kane, Aaron Morrison, Kathryn Konat, Ryan Neumann, Adria Carlyon, Nathan Hauenstein and Trisha Larson as seasonal parks maintenance workers. The vote on this item was as follows: Aye: 4 Nay: 0 (Councilmember Masin abstained) Item 11. It was recommended to approve the hiring of Mark Miller as a seasonal engineering intern. EAGAN CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES; JUNE 1, 1999 PAGE 7 00167 Item 12. It was recommended to approve the hiring of Matt Adams and Nicholas Burt as seasonal supervisors for the Civic Arena. Item 13. It was recommended to approve the hiring of Andrea Froelich and Stacie Ozbun as seasonal skating instructors for the Civic Arena. Item 14. It was recommended to approve the hiring of Andrew LaMere, Stephanie Bousley, Patrick Adams, Kathryn Glynn and Drew Goodson as seasonal guest relations workers for Cascade Bay. Item 15. It was recommended to approve the hiring of Tiffani Anglin as a seasonal concessions shift leader for Cascade Bay. Item 16. It was recommended to approve the hiring of Shawna Whitney, Kassandra Deml, Justin Fleming, Jodi Macht and Stephanie Lawrence as seasonal lifeguard shift leaders for Cascade Bay. Item 17. It was recommended to approve the hiring of Michelle Mahers, Paul Buske, Alison Wright, Katie Pastorius, David Olson, Kathryn Jamieson, Jacob Bennett, Jacqueline Scholz, Angela Knoll, Karen Hendrickson, Nikki Peterson, Kristin Fleming, Lindsay Connolly, Valerie Breitbarth, Kelley Irvan, Heather McGregor, Lindsay Nelson, Alex Porter, Jackie Peters, Amy Ellis, Matthew Spurr, David Hernick and Charlie Goodman as seasonal lifeguards for Cascade Bay. Item 18. It was recommended to approve the hiring of Ann McGrath, Ian Wright, Lindsay Stemig, Katie Nelson, Kathryn Finch, Alison O'Brien and Quan Tran as seasonal concessions workers for Cascade Bay. FINAL SUBDIVISION, FAITHFUL SHEPHERD ADDITION FAITHFUL SHEPHERD CATHOLIC CHURCH Councilmember Masin asked if there were any remaining issues with regard to the access to the site. Senior Planner Ridley stated that all issues have been resolved. Councilmember Masin moved, Councilmember Bakken seconded a motion to approve a Final Subdivision (Faithful Shepherd Addition) consisting of one lot and a public right-of-way dedication located north of Yankee Doodle Road and west of Lexington Avenue in the SW % of Section 11. Aye: 5 Nay: 0 PROJECT 771, AUTHORIZE FEASIBILITY REPORT AND AGENCY AGREEMENT WITH DAKOTA COUNTY (LEXINGTON AVE. WIDENING AND SIGNALS - LONE OAK TO YANKEE DOODLE) Councilmember Carlson moved, Councilmember Bakken seconded a motion to authorize the preparation of a Feasibility Report and Lead Agency Agreement with Dakota County (Lexington Ave. widening and signals - Lone Oak to Yankee Doodle). Aye: 5 Nay: 0 APPROVE RATE CHANGE - CIVIC ARENA (EFFECTIVE 9/99) Councilmember Bakken moved, Mayor Awada seconded a motion to approve an increase in prime time ice rental at the Eagan Civic Arena from $135.00 to $140.00. Councilmember Masin said she was concerned about increasing the cost since there does not appear to be a financial need for the increase. City Administrator Hedges said that the purpose for the rate change is that costs associated with personnel, maintenance and operations are expected to increase. He added that the rate change was not intended for the purpose of competing with other arenas. Councilmember Masin stated that subsequent requests should include reasons supporting the need for an EAGAN CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES; JUNE 1, 1999 PAGE 8 00168 increase. Councilmember Carlson requested information on how the City of Eagan's ice rental fees compare to neighboring cities' fees. Councilmember Blomquist questioned if increasing ice rental fees would cause users to purchase ice time from other ice arenas that are currently being constructed. Mayor Awada said that the ice arena is operated as a public enterprise with an independent budget. She added that staff was directed to ensure that a positive revenue stream be maintained and said she supported the rate change as recommended by staff. Councilmember Carlson indicated she would be voting against this request because she wanted to review information regarding ice rental fees charged by other cities. A vote was taken on the motion. Aye: 2 Nay: 3 (Councilmembers Blomquist, Masin and Carlson opposed) Councilmember Blomquist moved, Councilmember Carlson seconded a motion to direct staff to respond to questions regarding the effects of competition and neighboring cities' ice rental fees with the rate change to be addressed during the budget process. Aye: 5 Nay: 0 PROJECT 668, REQUEST FOR EXTENDED OPERATING HOURS (LONE OAK ROAD- STREET IMPROVEMENTS) Councilmember Carlson moved, Councilmember Bakken seconded a motion to approve extended hours of operation for S. M. Hentges and Sons, Inc., under Project 668 (County Cont. 26-28) from 6:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, and from 6:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. on Saturday until September 2, 1999, and continuously from 6:30 a.m. Friday to 10:00 p.m., Monday, either July 9th-12th or July 16th- 19th. Councilmember Masin said she was concerned about replacing the bridge over the railroad tracks with an at-grade crossing. She requested information on the terms of the agreement with the railroad. Councilmember Carlson said that Councilmember Masin's concerns were not germane to the issue before the Council. Councilmember Masin stated that she was not informed about the decision to remove the bridge. Mayor Awada added that Councilmember Masin's concerns should be addressed as a separate agenda item. Councilmember Blomquist also requested additional information regarding the agreement with the railroad and the decision to remove the bridge; however, she said she did not have a problem with extending the work hours. A vote was taken on this item. Aye: 5 Nay: 0 Mayor Awada recessed the meeting at 8:25 p.m. The meeting was reconvened at 8:30 p.m. NEW BUSINESS HIGHWAY 55 ACCESS MANAGEMENT STUDY City Administrator Hedges provided an overview on this item. Director of Public Works Colbert gave a staff report. Councilmember Bakken moved, Councilmember Carlson seconded a motion to receive the State Trunk Highway 55 Access Management Study and pass a resolution adopting the findings and recommendations. Aye: 5 Nay: 0 99-35 EAGAN CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES; JUNE 1, 1999 PAGE 9 001.69 CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT - MASTER MECHANICAL City Administrator Hedges provide an overview on this item. Senior Planner Ridley gave a staff report. The applicant was available for questions. Councilmember Bakken moved, Mayor Awada seconded a motion to approve a Conditional Use Permit to allow the outside storage of materials upon a 2.4 acre parcel of land located north of Gemini Road and west of Neil Armstrong Boulevard subject to the following conditions: 1. The Conditional Use Permit shall be recorded within 60 days of its approval by the City Council. 2. All materials shall be stored and maintained in an orderly fashion. 3. All storage materials, including a maximum of four truck trailers, shall be stored on the site and shall be confined to the area north of the site's principal structure as specifically designated on the site plan. 4. . Additional screening (i.e. landscaping, fencing, berming or combination thereof) shall be provided such that stored materials are not visible from the Neil Armstrong Boulevard right-of-way. Aye: 5 Nay: 0 CONDITIONAL USE PERMITS AND VARIANCE - ELLER MEDIA COMPANY City Administrator Hedges provided an overview on this item. Senior Planner Ridley gave a staff report. Michael Cronin, representing the applicant, commented on the uniqueness of the site and said that an additional sign will not impact the site. Mayor Awada mentioned that the City's Sign Ordinance states that off-premise signs must be spaced at least 1,500 feet apart. A repIesentative of the Osman Shrine organization spoke about the benevolence they provide to the community. He added that the revenue generated from this use will further their charitable cause. He further added that the signs will not create a negative impact. Councilmember Carlson said that she was glad that the applicant would be removing two existing signs and further said that the proposed location of the off-premise signs was acceptable. Mayor A wad a concurred. Councilmember Masin stated that the Council established the Sign Ordinance for the purposes of eliminating billboards. She questioned how long the signs would be allowed to remain on the new site. Councilmember Carlson said that the Council could attach restrictions to the approval. Mayor Awada said that the purpose of the Sign Ordinance was to restrict any new billboards from being installed in the City. She added that the only problem she has with this request is the variance of 250 feet. She further added that the signs are proposed to be installed at an appropriate location. Councilmember Bakken said he was not concerned about transferring billboard space within the City; however, he added that he was somewhat concerned about the variance request. Councilmember Masin questioned the advantage to the City because one of the signs proposed to be removed as part of this application is already guaranteed to be removed no later than August of 2003. EAGAN CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES; JUNE 1, 1999 PAGE 10 00170 Councilmember Bakken moved, Councilmember Carlson seconded a motion to approve a Conditional Use Permit to erect a 1,248 square foot off-premise sign upon a 1.2 acre property (which comprises a portion of the Lost Spur Country Club) located south of 1-494 and east of T.H. 13 (2750 Sibley Memorial Highway) subject to the following conditions: 1. The subject property shall be platted. 2. The Conditional Use Permit shall be recorded within 60 days of final plat approval. 3. City approval of a variance to allow two off-premise signs which have a separation of 1,250 feet. 4. A sign permit shall be obtained from the City prior to installation of the signs. 5. The sign shall not exceed 40 feet in height. 6. The existing off-premise sign located at 4855 Robert Trail shall be removed prior to building permit issuance for the proposed off-premise sign. 7. The City Sign Code shall be amended to reflect the City-wide reduction in off-premise - sign number, area and surfaces. 8. The existing off-premise sign shall be removed prior to the issuance of a building permit. Aye: 5 Nay: 0 Councilmember Masin said she would prefer to have the allotted time expire regarding the sign located at Silver Bell Road rather than approve the relocation of this sign. She added that she would not support the variance request. Councilmember Bakken moved, Councilmember Carlson seconded a motion to approve a Conditional Use Permit to erect a 1,344 square foot off-premise sign and a Variance to allow two off- premise signs to have a separation of 1,250 feet upon property which comprises a portion of the Lost Spur Country Club located south of 1-494 and east of T.H. 13 (2750 Sibley Memorial Highway), subject to the following conditions: 1. The subject property shall be platted. 2. The Conditional Use Permit shall be recorded within 60 days of final plat approval. 3. The current Conditional Use Permit for the existing sign on the property shall be terminated upon the issuance of the new sign permit for the 1,344 square foot off-premise sign at the location shown on the site survey. 4. A sign permit shall be obtained from the City prior to installation of the sign. 5. The sign shall not exceed 40 feet in height. 6. The existing off-premise sign located at Highway 13 near Silver Bell Road shall be removed prior to building permit issuance for the proposed off-premise sign. 7. The City Sign Code shall be amended to reflect the City-wide reduction in off-premise sign number, area and surfaces. EAGAN CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES; JUNE 1, 1999 PAGE 11 00171 8. The existing off-premise sign shall be removed prior to the issuance of a building permit. Aye: 4 Nay: 1 (Councilmember Masin opposed) PLANNED DEVELOPMENT AMENDMENT - CEDAR RIDGE CHURCH City Administrator Hedges provided an overview on this item. Senior Planner Ridley gave a staff report. The applicant was available for questions. Councilmember Bakken moved, Councilmember Carlson seconded a motion to approve a Planned Development Amendment to allow the establishment of a daycare center within the existing church building and an outdoor playground at 2024 Rahn Way (Lot 1, Block 1, Rahn Ridge), subject to the following condition: 1. An amendment to the Planned Development shall be executed and recorded against the property before the daycare center opens. 2. The applicant is responsible for obtaining and maintaining the required state daycare - license. Proof of insurance of the license must be submitted to the City prior to the release of the Planned Development Amendment Agreement for recording. Aye: 5 Nay: 0 ORDINANCE AMENDMENT - CHAPTER 6, REGARDING GARBAGE, REFUSE AND RECYCLING HAULERS City Administrator Hedges provided an overview on this item. Councilmember Carlson moved, Mayor Awada seconded a motion to approve the proposed Ordinance Amendment to Chapter 6 relating to solid waste and recycling transfer stations. Aye: 5 Nay: o ROUND TABLE Director of Public Works Colbert stated that it was necessary to close Lone Oak Road in order to facilitate the construction of street improvements. He said that notices were sent to the affected businesses and further said that staff is monitoring the situation to limit disruptions. He thanked the public for their patience and understanding. Mayor Awada mentioned that a member of the APrC had expressed interest in receiving the list of Council goals. Councilmembers concurred that they should be distributed to all commission members. Councilmember Masin commented on the Rahn and Diffley intersection. The City Council directed staff to send an informational letter to surrounding property owners providing an update on the status of the intersection upgrade. Councilmember Masin questioned the ability of the City to assess benefiting property owned by the MWCC. She further suggested that the City should initiate discussions with the City's legislative delegation and the Metropolitan Council representative in that regard. Councilmember Blomquist requested further information on the railroad crossing at Lone Oak Road. EAGAN CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES; JUNE 1, 1999 PAGE 12 00172 Councilmember Carlson mentioned that History Committee members would be staffing a booth at the Community Services Open House. She stated that she has resigned from her position with the Eagan Small Business Association. She said that the ESBA is considering establishing a Vince Kennedy Scholarship Fund. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 9:15 p.m. June 1, 1999 Date MLK 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.