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MINUTES OF A SPECIAL MEETING OF THE
EAGAN CITY COUNCIL
Eagan, Minnesota
August 19, 1997
A special meeting of the Eagan City Council was held on Tuesday, August 19, 1997, at 5:00 p.m.
in the lunchroom of the Eagan Municipal Center building. Present were Mayor Egan and City Councilmembers
Awada, Blomquist, Masin and Wachter. Also present were Director of Finance VanOverbeke, Director of Parks &
Recreation Vraa, Park Planner Lilly, Chief of Police Geagan and City Administrator Hedges.
VOLUNTEER FIRE RELIEF ASSOCIATION PENSION
City Administrator Hedges stated that staff is responding to a request by the City Council at the
August 5 meeting to prepare funding scenarios for a defined contribution plan that includes the $3,650 as proposed
by the Relief Association, as well as other numbers less than that amount, and also to compare these numbers with
various examples of a lump sum benefit under the defined benefit plan.
Director of Finance VanOverbeke presented a comparison of benefit plans from the cost side and
from the projected benefit side, as requested. There were several examples presented for the defined benefit
pension plan, which included a lump sum payment at $4,200, $4,500, $4,700, $5,000, $5,250 and $5.500. These
were compared to an amount available per firefighter per year, assuming 100 firefighters under a defined
contribution pension plan; those amounts being $2,400, $2,700, $2.900, $3,200, $3,650 and $3,700. Director of
Finance VanOverbeke noted that the $3.650 should actually be $3,450, stating that the actuary discovered an error
in their report which has changed the annual total cost from $365,000 to $345,000 under the defined benefit pension
plan scenario of $5,250 for lump sum payment per year of service.
City Councilmember Wachter stated that the firefighters certainly deserve an increase in the
pension for the service they provide the City and also the pension is helpful in attracting new members. He further
stated that the amount of the pension needs to be fair and not become burdensome for the taxpayers. City
Councilmember Blomquist asked how many firefighters are participating in the pension program. City Administrator
Hedges stated that the Fire Department has approval for up to 150 firefighters; however, the average number of
firefighters has rarely exceeded 100. City Councilmember Awada suggested that the City consider the defined
contribution at the amount required to be equivalent to a lump sum defined benefit of $4,700 per year of service.
With a 3% adjustment per year used for the assumption, the actual rate of increase would be based on the salary
increase of non-union personnel with a 6.2% interest assumption on pool earnings.
City Councilmembers discussed the proposal and generally agreed that the amount suggested
would be a reasonable pension amount for the firefighters. Mayor Egan stated that the City Administrator will
present this information to the Fire Relief Association for their consideration. City Administrator Hedges stated that
the Fire Relief Association was told at their last meeting that they would have an opportunity to present information
at the August 26 work session.
MUNICIPAL CENTER CAMPUS SITE PLAN REVIEW
Greg Ingraham, Ingraham & Voss, presented five concept plans for the Municipal Center Campus
site. The first four concepts (A through D) include an outdoor municipal swimming pool and additional parking. Mr.
Ingraham presented Concept E, which included only an amphitheater and additional parking. Concept D also
included a concert plaza. Mr. Ingraham stated that the major finding of the study was the site was not large enough
to accommodate both a pool and an amphitheater. He went on to explain the parking requirements and approximate
pool size needed to accommodate an Eagan population of 60,000. He went on to say that another important
element of each site plan is the need to acquire access from the County Library site for parking and roadway. Mr.
Ingraham reviewed possible cost for a swimming pool, indicating that Eagan was an ideal community given its size
and location to other communities. The proposals included a concept that would relocate the Old City Hall to the
Municipal Center site. City Councilmember Wachter stated that the History Committee reviewed the possibility of the
Old City Hall moving to the Municipal Campus. It is their recommendation that it not be relocated, but remain on its
original site.
City Council members raised questions about each of the concepts as to how the parking would
best serve the civic arena and the other recreational services.
Mr. Paul Dahlberg, representing A.C.C. Architects, presented options for locating the second sheet
of ice, stating that those plans have been integrated with the master planning performed by Mr. Ingraham. Mr.
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Dahlberg explained that options are limited as to how far the second sheet of ice can be shifted in the proposed
drawings due to the location storage of the ice resurfacer and access to the ice.
Mr. Ingraham stated that his choice of the five concepts is Concept C, which locates the municipal
swimming pool adjacent to the internal drive as a focal point to the Municipal Center Campus. He further stated that
the parking lot surrounds the pool, providing a good access for people parking their cars to that facility. He also
favored this plan as it located the pool away from residents to the east, reasoning that parking would be Jess of an
intrusion than the pool. City Council members concurred that a concept with a municipal swimming pool is favored,
preferred and that an amphitheater could be located elsewhere. Council members liked Concept B, stating that
moving the pool further to the east provides more parking opportunities for the civic arena during winter months. City
Councilmembers and Mr. Ingraham concurred that the plans are not definite and more detail would be needed to
determine a final concept.
Recognizing that it was approximately 6:30 p.m., City Councilmember Wachter proposed that the
meeting be suspended until after the regular City Council meeting at which time the Council could further discuss the
second sheet of ice and the concept plans for the Municipal Center Campus Master Plan.
SECOND SHEET OF ICE
Mayor Egan resumed the Special City Council meeting at 9:10 p.m. to further discuss the
alternative plans for the Municipal Center Campus site and meet with Paul Dahlberg regarding the second sheet of
ice.
Mr. Dahlberg reviewed various plans that include a changing/restroom for the wading pool. City
Councilmembers stated that in of the site concepts, the wading pool will be moved, reducing the need for a separate
exterior changing/restroom facility. In response to a question on parking, Mr. Dahlberg noted that access from
Rocky Lane for service would still be required, and that limited parking for staff at peak times might still be an option
to be considered by the Council. Temporary parking could be developed north and east of the wading pool by
grading the site and putting down Class 5 until the City is ready to do any additional development. Mr. Dahlberg also
asked for direction from the City Council relative to the intention of the City Council to bid for a general contractor,
contractor/construction manager or straight construction manager. After discussing the pros and cons, it was
determined that it would be to the benefit of the City and the project to utilize a contractor/construction manager.
City Councilmembers stated that they would prefer the contractor/construction manager as providing greater
opportunities for a cost effective project. Mr. Dahlberg and staff will put together a list of four firms that meet the
criteria of also having been involved with ice arenas.
Mayor Egan said that the Council needed to provide direction to staff, specifically contacting the
County for parking and roadway. Council agreed that staff shall proceed with this as well.
Mayor Egan thanked Mr. Dahlberg for his presentation and was pleased as to how the project is
progressing for the second sheet of ice. City Councilmember Wachter stated that he would like the Municipal Center
Master Plan to be further refined by Mr. Ingraham and also include an outdoor swimming pool and parking
expansion as a part of the 1997 Part I CIP with a funding consideration for the use of Community Investment Funds.
After discussing this matter further with the City Council, Mayor Egan proposed the City Administrator include as a
project and funding consideration, the municipal swimming pool and expanded parking as a part of the five-year CIP
to be considered for 1998.
ADJOURMENT
There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at approximately 10:00 p.m.
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August 19, 1997
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MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE
EAGAN CITY COUNCIL
Eagan, Minnesota
August 19, 1997
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A regular meeting of the Eagan City Council was held on Tuesday, August 19, 1997 at 6:45 p.m.
at the Eagan Municipal Center. Present were Mayor Egan and Councilmembers Wachter, Awada, Masin
and Blomquist. Also present were City Administrator Tom Hedges, Senior Planner Mike Ridley, Director
of Public Works Tom Colbert, and City Attorney Jim Sheldon.
~GENDA
Councilmember Masin moved, Councilmember Wachter seconded a motion to approve the
agenda as presented. Aye: 4 Nay: 0 (Councilmember Awada was not present)
f,fiNUTES OF THE AUGUST 5, 1997 REGULAR M:EmNG
Councilmember Blomquist moved, Councilmember Masin seconded a motion to approve the
minutes as presented. Aye: 4 Nay: 0 (Councilmember Awada was not present)
MINUTES OF mE AUGUST 5, 1997SI'JJGJ)\I.~G
Councilmember Blomquist moved, Councilmember Masin seconded a motion to approve the
minutes as presented. Aye: 4 Nay: 0 (Councilmember Awada was not present)
Councilmember Awada arrived at 6:47 p.m.
MINUTES OF mE JUt Y 29, 1997 SPECU\.L MJJETING
Councilmember Blomquist moved, Councilmember Wachter seconded a motion to approve the
minutes as presented. Aye: 5 Nay: 0
VISITORS TO BE HEARD
Pastor Jim Borschatz of Easter Lutheran Church introduced Lois Pallmeyer as the new Associate
Pastor at Easter Lutheran Church.
COMMUNITY RECOGNITION
City Administrator Hedges provided an overview on this item. The following
individuals/ organizations were recognized and presented certificates for their service to the community:
Boy Scout Troop 510, Eagan Convention & Visitors Bureau, Eagan Lions Club, Knights of Columbus,
Raleigh Seelig and Pat Thomas for their contributions and commitment to the Fourth of July celebration;
the Friends of the Farm in recognition of the July 6 Hog Roast and Hoe Down held at Holz Farm; and
Larry Lundberg for planning and coordinating Espress Fest '97.
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BOULEV ARD TREES
City Administrator Hedges provided an overview on this item. Councilmember Blomquist stated
that staff did a great job in putting together the supporting information on this item. She requested the
visual aid used in conjunction with the information be shared with the rest of the City Council.
Councilmember Blomquist moved, Councilmember Wachter seconded a motion to direct staff
and the City Attorney's office to make the appropriate City Ordinance modification that would assess the
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property owner for the cost of trimming or removal of boulevard trees, and further, that staff adopt a
practice of notifying the affected homeowner of identified problems before taking corrective action based
on a standard for interpreting the problem. Aye: 5 Nay: 0
Councilmember Wachter asked if the improvements being made to c.R. 42 will impact Eagan
residents. City Administrator Hedges stated that what design criteria and construction standards may be
imposed by the Metropolitan Council on c.R. 42 could affect Cliff Road in Eagan which has the same
functional classification.
Councilmember Wachter said he observed a City of Eagan dump truck and the dump body was
encased in rust. He suggested that employees who utilize certain pieces of equipment could compete in a
pride contest to try and keep the equipment in good condition.
Councilmember Awada asked if the placement of a monopole at Parkview Golf Course will affect
the widening of Cliff Road. Senior Planner Ridley stated it should not have any effect on the widening
since it will have to meet the building setback requirements and future right-of-way requirements have
also been anticipated.
CONSENT AGENDA
In regard to Item G, Recommendation, Airport Relations Commission, request for current and
projected noise level comparisons for North-South Runway public information, Councilmember
Blomquist said she would like to see how the 60 DNL contour impacts the City.
In regard to Items H and I, Resignation, APC and Resignation, APrC, Councilmembers concurred
that standard past practice should be followed in filling the vacancies.
A. Personnel Items
Item 1. It was recommended to approve the hiring of John VanDiver as a seasonal equipment
maintenance worker.
Item 2. It was recommended to approve the hiring of Steve Dykstra as a part-time seasonal supervisor at
the Civic Arena.
B. Exemption from Lawful Gambling License, Eagan Chapter of Ducks Unlimited. It was recommended 97-69
to approve an exemption from the lawful gambling license requirement for the Eagan Chapter of Ducks
Unlimited for a raffle to be held in conjunction with their annual event on September 6, 1997.
C. Kern, DeWenter, Viere, Ltd., engagement letter for auditing services - year ending December 31, 1997.
It was recommended to approve the engagement letter for Kern, DeWenter, Viere, Ltd., to provide
auditing services for the year ended December 31, 1997.
D. Project 700, receive final assessment roll I order public hearing (fH 3 Service Rd. & Hall St. - Utilities).
It was recommended to receive the final assessment roll for Project 700 (fH 3 Service Road & Hall Street -
Utilities) and schedule a public hearing to be held on September 16, 1997.
E. Recommendation, Airport Relations Commission, Metropolitan Aircraft Sound Abatement Council
Representation. It was recommended to approve a recommendation by the Airport Relations
Commission ratifying comments concerning possible changes in the representation on the Metropolitan
Aircraft Sound Abatement Council (MASAC).
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F. Final Subdivision, Opus Northwest, LLC for Eagandale Center Industrial Park No. 13. It was
recommended to approve a Final Plat (Eagan dale Center Industrial Park No. 13) for 1 lot on 6.69 acres
located south of Lone Oak Road, east of Lexington Avenue in the NW 1/( of Section 11.
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G. Recommendation, Airport Relations Commission, request for current and proiected noise level
comparisons for North-South Runway public information. It was recommended to approve a
recommendation by the Airport Relations Commission to formally request that MAC provide a map
depicting current noise levels out to the 50 and 60 DNL contour for purposes of comparison with the 50
and 60 DNL contours previously generated for the north south runway addition.
H. Resignation, APC It was recommended to accept the resignation of Kurt Augustin, alternate member,
from the Advisory Planning Commission and staff was directed to contact remaining candidates and
others who have expressed an interest in serving on an advisory commission regarding the alternate
position. If no response is received, advertisements will be placed in the local media.
I. Resignation, APrC It was recommended to accept the resignation of Guy Kohlnhofer from the
Advisory Parks Commission and appoint alternate member Steven Knutson to a full member. Staff was
also directed to contact remaining candidates and others who have expressed an interest in serving on an
advisory commission regarding the alternate position. If no response is received, advertisements will be
placed in the local media.
Councilmember Wachter moved, Councilmember A wada seconded a motion to approve the
consent agenda. Aye: 5 Nay: 0
PUBLIC HEARINGS
PROJECT 721, MULCAHY ADD. - SANITARY SEWER
City Administrator Hedges provided an overview on this item. Development/Design Engineer
Gorder gave a staff report. Mayor Egan opened the public hearing to anyone wishing to speak.
Ed Kerschke, President of Bernard-Mulcahy Company, said they are concerned about the $77,000
it will cost for this project. He said it would be more economical if they were to get a single contractor to
accomplish the work in one project rather than break it into two separate projects. Director of Public
Works Colbert explained that staff is proposing to combine it with the Muphy Parkway project in order to
reduce costs. There being no one else wishing to speak, Mayor Egan turned the discussion back to the
Council.
Councilmember Wachter moved, Councilmember Blomquist seconded a motion to close the
public hearing and approve Project 721, Mulcahy Addition (Sanitary Sewer). Aye: 5 Nay: 0
PROJECT 722, MURPHY PKWY. - WATERMAIN
City Administrator Hedges provided an overview on this item. Development/Design Engineer
Gorder gave a staff report. Mayor Egan opened the public hearing to anyone wishing to speak. He noted
that one written objection was received. Director of Public Works Colbert explained that the objector has
already waived his right to object by signing the development agreement for the Murphy Farms
Addition. He also explained that the objector thought the assessment was $50,000, but he noted that the
assessment to the property owner will only be $12,500. Mayor Egan opened the public hearing to anyone
wishing to speak. There being no one wishing to speak, he turned the discussion back to the Council.
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Councilmember Awada moved, Councilmember Wachter seconded a motion to close the public
hearing and approve Project 722, Murphy Parkway (Watermain) acknowledging one written objection to
be considered at the time of the final assessment. Aye: 5 Nay: 0
V ARIANCE, REM-METRO SERVICES, INC.
City Administrator Hedges provided an overview on this item. Senior Planner Ridley gave a
staff report.
Councilmember Awada asked if the six foot fence would be removed. Tena Buell, representing
REM-Metro Services, Inc., indicated the fence would be removed.
Mayor Egan opened the public hearing to anyone wishing to speak.
Carl Hayle, 3811 Alder Lane, asked why they need an eight foot fence. Ms. Buell explained that
one resident tends to climb over the fence and run away from the group home. She said that the six foot
fence has some gaps that provide foot holds that make it easy to climb over. Mr. Hayle questioned
whether the teenagers belong in the group home if they need to be restrained by an eight foot fence. He
asked if the City of Eagan pays for the care of the residents and also if the City will pay the cost of the
fence. Ms. Buell explained that the funding is through Dakota County Human Services. Ms. Buell stated
that they have had two incidences in the past four years and that it has been one youth who has gotten
over the fence both times.
Ms. Buell said the eight foot fence would provide better protection for the neighbors as well as
the youth. Mr. Hayle stated that if the neighbors needed protection from the youth perhaps they do not
belong in this home. Councilmember Wachter stated that it is not for the Council to decide and said that
Mr. Hayle would have to discuss his concerns with Dakota County Human Services. Councilmember
Awada said that the youth have the right to live in a residential neighborhood. She added that state
statute governs this use and the City Council does not have control over it. Ms. Buell added that the fence
is mainly for the protection of the youth.
Doris Donnelly, an adjacent neighbor, stated that the youth has been over the fence more than
twice. She further said that perhaps this individual needs to be relocated to a more secure facility. She
added that an eight foot fence would look atrocious next to her property. She noted that this one
individual climbs over the six foot fence by stepping on top of a raised flower bed. She said she did not
think the two foot variance is necessary.
There being no one else wishing to speak, Mayor Egan turned the discussion back to the Council.
Councilmember Blomquist stated that an eight foot fence may not be the solution, but rather the
child may have to be removed. Mayor Egan said that the property owner requesting the variance has not
met with the adjacent neighbors regarding the application and has not answered the Council's questions
about this request very well. He added that it is not the operation of the home that is in question, but
rather the need for an eight foot fence. Councilmember Blomquist commented that she could not approve
this request when a hardship has not been proven. Councilmember Wachter suggested that the gaps in
the six foot fence be filled with other boards.
Councilmember Blomquist moved, Councilmember A wada seconded a motion to deny a two-foot
Variance for fence height to allow an eight-foot fence in a residential district at 3820 Alder Lane, legally
described as Lot 1, Block 10, Langhoven, in the NW Y4 of Section 20. Aye: 5 Nay: 0
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OLD BUSINESS
CONTRACT 97-15, (MULCAHY ADD. & MURPHY PKWY. - UTILITIES)
City Administrator Hedges provided an overview on this item. Director of Public Works Colbert
gave a staff report.
Councilmember Awada moved, Councilmember Wachter seconded a motion to approve the
plans for Contract 97-15 (Mulcahy Addition & Murphy Parkway - Utilities) and authorize the competitive
advertisement for a bid opening to be held at 10:30 a.m., on September 12, 1997. Aye: 5 Nay: 0
RECONSIDERATION, PRELIMINARY SUBDIVISION (EAGAN PROMENADE 3RD ADD.)
OPUS NORTHWEST
City Administrator Hedges provided an overview on this item. Senior Planner Ridley gave a
staff report.
Councilmember Wachter asked about the lack of a final subdivision for this property. City
Administrator Hedges explained that the final subdivision needs to be applied for by Opus and the action
before the Council tonight is to approve the Preliminary Subdivision only. Senior Planner Ridley noted
that Opus has revised this request from their earlier subdivision request.
City Attorney Sheldon clarified that it would not be necessary for the Council to approve a
separate motion for reconsideration since the Council is not reconsidering their original application but
are considering a revised application.
Councilmember Masin moved, Councilmember Awada seconded a motion to approve a revised
Preliminary Subdivision (Eagan Promenade 3rd Addition) consisting of one lot located on the south side
of Northwood Drive in the SE quarter of Section 10. Aye: 5 Nay: 0
NEW BUSINESS
REZONING (KENNETH & JANE GREENE) &
PRELIMINARY SUBDIVISION (VERDANT HILLS)
City Administrator Hedges provided an overview on this item. Senior Planner Ridley gave a
staff report. Director of Public Works Colbert explained the rationale for extending the 16" watermain to
Wescott Hills Drive.
Councilmember Wachter said he would like to see the watermain looped because it helps make
the water taste better. Councilmember Blomquist asked what the costs would be to the developer if the
watermain was looped. Director of Public Works Colbert did not know the exact costs.
Roger Anderson, Civil Engineer for the applicant, stated that Mr. Greene has worked hard at
combining parcels and working with the topography. He said they are concerned about the substantial
assessment for storm drainage. He requested additional information be provided to them with regard to
what adjoining properties and areas have been assessed for storm drainage. He added that their primary
concern is with the need for the watermain to be extended to Wescott Hills Drive. He said they feel this
extension is premature. He noted that a developer is coming in with a proposal and they would like to
avoid constructing the watermain twice. He stated they would like the land to remain unplatted and
allow the normal development process to proceed and make the connection at the appropriate time.
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Ken Greene, applicant, reiterated Mr. Anderson's comments. He added that the cost of extending
the watermain and assessments for storm sewer would make this project unfeasible. Senior Planner
Ridley explained why the applicant is being asked to plat the remaining three acres.
Mayor Egan said that Mr. Greene has worked a lot with the design of this property and added
that only six trees need to be removed. He further said that the three acre Stricker parcel is unnaturally
connected to the rest of the property and it is illogical to include it with the other parcels. He stated that
the watermain is carried to a logical terminus and he also said he is confident that development will occur
to the west in the near future. He said that he felt the watermain should terminate at the eastern portion
of the newly platted lots.
Councilmember A wada stated that the watermain should be extended to the west side of the
platted lots of Verdant Hills and Lot 5 should be excluded from the plat and an easement should be
provided, in a feasible location, to Wescott Hills Drive.
Councilmember Blomquist moved, Councilmember Awada seconded a motion to approve a
Rezoning of 5.92 acres from A (Agriculture) to R-l (Single Family) located east of Wescott Hills Drive,
west of Woodland Court in the NE % of Section 14. Aye: 5 Nay: 0
Councilmember Blomquist moved, Councilmember Awada seconded a motion to approve a
Preliminary Subdivision for Verdant Hills consisting of 11 lots on 9.2 acres located east of Wescott Hills
Drive, west of Woodland Court in the NE 1/4 of Section 14 subject to the following conditions:
Standard Conditions
1. The developer shall comply with these standard conditions of plat approval as adopted
by Council on February 3, 1993:
Al, Bl, B2, B3, B4, Cl, C2, C3, 01, El, Fl, Gl, and Hl.
2. The subdivision shall be platted.
Airport Noise
3. Architectural designs and construction methods for new construction within the
development will incorporate sound attenuation standards sufficient to achieve an
interior sound level of 45dBA. This would require an inside noise level reduction of at
least 20 dBA.
4. A notice shall be recorded on the deed for each lot and/ or condominium unit indicating
that it is in the Metropolitan Council Aircraft Noise Zone IV.
Utilities
5. An easement by document shall be provided for a 16-inch trunk water main from the
west edge of the plat to Wescott Hills Drive, where feasible, as part of this development
as identified in the City Water Supply and Distribution Plan.
Easements
6. The drainage and utility easements dedicated with the previous platting of this property,
with the exception of the existing ponding easement on Lots 1, 2, and 3, shall be vacated
at time of final subdivision approval.
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Park Dedication
7. The developer shall be responsible for a cash parks dedication.
8. The developer shall be responsible for a cash trails dedication.
Tree Preservation
9. Individual Lot Tree Preservation Plans will be required for Lots 2 through 12 at the time
of building permit application.
10. Tree Protective measures (i.e. 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 during both initial site
development and individual lot development.
11. The applicant shall contact the City Forestry Division at least five days prior to the
issuance of the grading permit to ensure compliance with the approved Tree Preservation
Plan.
Water Quality
12. The developer shall be subject to a cash dedication in lieu of on-site ponding for water
quality mitigation. The amount of the cash dedication shall be based on the total area
and development density of the site, less the area of the existing developed lot (Lot 1).
13. Filling or draining of the jurisdictional wetland along the southern border of the site is
prohibited.
Aye: 5 Nay: 0
COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE PLAN AMENDMENT & REZONING - CITY OF EAGAN
(LEXINGTON ADDITION)
City Administrator Hedges provided an overview on this item.
Councilmember Wachter moved, Councilmember Blomquist seconded a motion to approve a
Comprehensive Guide Plan Amendment for approximately 42 acres from Industrial to Business Park,
contingent upon Metropolitan Council review and approval. Aye: 5 Nay: 0
Councilmember Wachter moved, Councilmember Blomquist seconded a motion to approve a
Rezoning of approximately 42 acres from Limited Industrial to Business Park for approximately 42 acres
located north of Northwood Drive and west of Lexington Avenue in the southeast quarter of Section 10,
contingent upon Metropolitan Council approval of the Comprehensive Guide Plan Amendment. Aye: 5
Nay: 0
COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE PLAN AMENDMENT - CITY OF EAGAN
(EAGANDALE CORPORATE CENTER NO.2)
City Administrator Hedges provided an overview on this item.
Councilmember Blomquist moved, Councilmember A wada seconded a motion to approve a
Comprehensive Guide Plan Amendment changing the land use from Industrial to Business Park for
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approximately 80 acres preliminarily platted as Eagandale Corporate Center No.2 located north of
Yankee Doodle Road and east of Lexington A venue in the southwest quarter of Section 11, contingent
upon Metropolitan Council review and approval. Aye: 5 Nay: 0
ORDINANCE AMENDMENT - CHAPTER U"LAND USE REGULATIONS" (ZONING)
97-71
City Administrator Hedges provided an overview on this item. He said that it is also being
recommended that the City Council adopt a resolution authorizing publication of a summary ordinance.
Councilmember Blomquist asked who did the work with regard to the proposed amendments.
Senior Planner Ridley stated that the work was a joint effort by the legal staff, planning staff and the
Advisory Planning Commission members. Councilmember Blomquist stated that the change appears to
be a stylized change in how it is written. Councilmember Wachter said he is concerned with being able to
enforce these codes. He further said the Code should not be amended until the changes are enforceable.
Councilmember Blomquist added that she tried to find the appropriate language that makes the
amendments enforceable and the changes that have been made seem more like style changes and the
actual content of the code appears to be the same. She further added that she is concerned with
enforceability also.
Senior Planner Ridley noted that these codes will be enforceable and the amendments strive to
achieve goals through performance standards and the changes will make the code more efficient
Mayor Egan stated that reason for the amendments to the Code is because the Council is trying to
create a level playing field and a more user-friendly environment.
Councilmember Wachter moved, Councilmember A wad a seconded a motion to adopt an
ordinance of the City of Eagan amending Eagan City Code Chapter Eleven entitled, "Land Use
Regulations (Zoning)" by amending: Section 11.03 regarding definitions; Section 11.10, Subdivision 14
regarding off-street loading areas; Section 11.10, Subdivision 15 (C), (D), (E) and (F) regarding landscape
requirements; Section 11.10, Subdivision 29 regarding outdoor storage, sales and events; Section 11.20,
Subdivisions 16, 17, 18, 19,20,21 and 22 regarding industrial and by reference Eagan City Code Chapter 1
and Section 11.99. Aye: 5 Nay: 0
Councilmember Wachter moved, Councilmember A wada seconded a motion to approve a
resolution authorizing publication of a summary ordinance. Aye: 5 Nay: 0
Councilmember Blomquist stated that once the summary ordinance is the Councilmembers
should receive the changes to be included in their Code books.
ADMINISTRATIVE AGENDA
Councilmember Wachter indicated he would like to meet further with Councilmembers to
discuss the second sheet of ice that was discussed earlier at the Special City Council meeting. City
Administrator Hedges stated that the Special City Council meeting held at 5:00 p.m. could be suspended
and resumed following the regular City Council meeting and the Executive Session.
INVER GROVE HEIGHTS - NOTICE OF MINING/EXCA V ATION APPLICATION
(NORTH OF ARGENT A TRAIl/fRAlLER COURT)
Councilmember Blomquist asked what impact this proposal will have on the homes and churches
in the area with regard to the dust that will be generated. Director of Public Works Colbert explained that
the according to the application they are proposing to address the dust factor via a number of measures.
He said there will be some dust associated with the construction activity.
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Director of Public Works Colbert stated that Councilmembers will be receiving a letter from a
property owner on Briar Creek Road and the item will be presented at the September 2 City Council
meeting.
City Administrator Hedges reminded Councilmembers that the budget information will be
distributed on Friday and he noted that a lot of work went into the preparation during the past three to
four months. He said that the Council may want to consider appointing Councilmembers to a committee
to serve with appointed Planning Commission members for the purpose of discussing the details
involved with the Comprehensive Guide Plan review. Councilmembers Blomquist and Awada indicated
they would like to serve on this committee.
Mayor Egan appointed Councilmembers Blomquist and A wada as members of a Joint APC/ City
Council Comprehensive Guide Plan Review Committee with Councilmember Masin serving as an
alternate member. Councilmember Wachter moved, Councilmember Masin seconded a motion to
appoint Councilmembers Blomquist and A wada as members of a Joint APC/ City Council
Comprehensive Guide Plan Review Committee and Councilmember Masin as an alternate member. Aye:
5 Nay: 0
Councilmember Wachter stated that he was concerned about some of the results of the 1997
Business Survey relating to comments about our public school system. He added that he appreciated the
effort that went into the survey.
Councilmember Masin requested that Councilmembers provide her with any comments they may
have so she can pass them along to the "County of the Future" Conference Steering Committee.
Councilmember Blomquist distributed copies of the advertisement for the upcoming Airport
Days. She presented City Administrator Hedges with some questions on the bill's list. She asked if the
Parks Department would be replacing the burned bales of hay used for bow and arrow target practice.
Director of Parks and Recreation Vraa indicated they would be replaced. Councilmember Blomquist
asked why there is no trail on the 300 foot stretch between Timberline Park and Pilot Knob Road. City
Administrator Hedges stated that staff will check into the matter.
Councilmember Wachter asked about the roof leak located at the roof drain. Director of Parks
and Recreation Vraa indicated that the leak was fixed, but he noted that a few other leaks have been
discovered. Councilmember Wachter asked about the repair to a well pump on the bill's list. Director of
Public Works Colbert stated that there was one well that was out of commission this summer and it had
to be repaired. He said it was scheduled to be repaired next year but had to be done a year early.
plECK REGI~TER
Councilmember Wachter moved, Mayor Egan seconded a motion to approve the check register
dated August 14, 1997 in the amount of $1,544,051.52. Aye: 5 Nay: 0
~DJOtJIUll,MENT
The meeting adjourned at 9:00 p.m. to an Executive Session for the purpose of discussing clerical
negotiations. Present were Mayor Egan and Councilmembers Wachter, Awada, Masin and Blomquist,
City Administrator Tom Hedges, and City Attorney Jim Sheldon. The Special City Council meeting held
at 5:00 p.m. was suspended to be resumed following the Executive Session.
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