07/07/1981 - City Council Regular
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MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE EAGAN CITY COUNCIL
EAGAN, MINNESOTA
JULY 7, 1981
A regular meeting of the Eagan City Council was held on Tuesday, July 7,
1981 at 6:30 p.m. at the Eagan City Hall. Present were Mayor Blomquist and
Councilmembers Parranto, Smith, Wachter and Egan. Also present were City
Administrator Hedges, City Engineer Rosene, and City Attorney Hauge.
AGENDA
Egan moved, Wachter seconded the motion to approve the Agenda with the
addition of the application of Chicago Tube and Iron for variance at the end
of New Business. All voted yes.
MINUTES
Egan moved, Wachter second the motion to approve the minutes of the
special meetings of June 4 and June 24, 1981, and the June 16, 1981 regular
meeting. All voted in favor.
POLICE DEPARTMENT
Chief Des Lauriers was present. Mr. Des Lauriers recommended that the
Council adopt a proposed ordinance prohibiting exibition driving to cover high
acceleration, screeching of tires and other unrelated and unsafe acts by
motorists in shopping centers and apartment areas together with City streets.
Wachter moved, Egan seconded the motion to accept the recommendation and to
adopt the ordinance and authorize its publication. All voted in favor.
CINNAMON RIDGE-PARK DEPARTMENT
Park Department Director, Ken Vraa was present at the meeting. He in-
dicated that the Park Committee on June 11th, recommended against granting a
credit to Zachman Homes for the 6.0 acre park pond and the 2.5 acre dedication
that would be made to the City. The reasons for the actions by the Park
Committee were explained in their minutes of June 11, 1981. Mr. Steve Ryan
was present for Zachman Homes. The question concerning credit for park land
development was discussed and it was noted the 6 acre pond would be extended
for ponding also with about four acres required for the maximum pond area.
After considerable discussion, Smith moved, Egan seconded a motion to grant
1/3 credit for the 6.0 acre parcel and full credit for park contribution for
the 2-1/2 acre parcel noting that title will be transferred to the City for
both lots; further with the understanding that all assessments, real estate
taxes and other liens will be paid by the developer and owner prior to accept-
ance of the park land by the City and further that the grant of the credit
will not act as a precedent for other relatively small parcels. It was noted
that the Zachman land is essentially land-locked between Burnsville and the
Cedar Avenue freeway. All members voted yes.
COUNTY COMMISSIONER JOHN VOSS
Mr. Voss was present and stated that the bids have been opened and the
new county library located in Eagan on Wescott Road is now under construction.
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He thanked the Council for the action in dedicating the land and also for the
fill material arrangement made by the City.
DONNYHOOD ADDITION STREETS
Certain residents in the Donnywood Addition area were present and ex-
plained their concerns about the poor condition of streets due to the seal
coating done in 1980. They submitted a slide presentation and requested that
action be taken by the City Council as quickly as possible to correct the
street problems. It was noted that the staff is proceeding to collect damage
from the bonding company for Erickson Construction Company and that seal
coating has been designated for the streets in 1981.
CONSENT AGENDA
The following consent agenda items were reviewed by the Council:
1. Amusement Devise - Annual Renewals:: The following amusement devise
renewal applications were submitted and recommended for approval:
Amore Pizza & Deli
Cedarvale Shopping Center
Cedarvale Lanes
Coachman Oaks
Eagandale Club
LaFonda
Mr. D's Pizza
Pizza Hut
Ruperts (Southfork)
Starks Halfway
2. Eagan Lion's Club Gambling License: The application from the Eagan
Lion and Lioness Clubs for gambling license including tip board, paddle wheel
and raffle was submitted and recommended for approval by the City staff.
3. Windcrest 2nd Addition - Project 340: It was recommended that the
feasibility report for Project 340 consisting of Windcrest 2nd Addition be
accepted and that a public hearing be scheduled by the City Council for the
Eagan City Hall on August 4, 1981 at 7:00 p.m.
4. Windtree 2nd Addition Project 341: The City staff recommended
that the feasibility report for Improvement Project 341 consisting of utility
improvements in Windtree 2nd Addition be accepted and that the Clerk be auth-
orized to schedule a public hearing to be held on August 4, 1981 at 7:00 p.m.
at the City Hall.
5. Cinnamon Ridge 1st Addition Project 346: It was recommended that
the petition from Zachman Homes for the preparation of a feasibility report
for Cinnamon Ridge 1st Addition consisting of Project 346 be accepted and that
the City Engineer be authorized to prepare the report.
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6. MN/DOT Cost Participation Agreement I-494: A resolution was
submitted covering the proposed agreement with MnDOT for cost participation
covering Contract 81-3 for the installation of trunk storm sewer outlet for
trunk highway 55 ponds and Bur Oak pond. It was recommended that Agreement
#660535 under Improvement 81-3 be approved and the Mayor and Clerk be author-
ized to execute the appropriate resolution. R 81-42
7. Dodd Road Street Vacation: A request from the developer of proposed
Overhill Farm Addition to vacate a portion of Old Dodd Road had been submitted
on July 2, 1981. The staff recommended that a public hearing be scheduled to
vacate that portion of Old Dodd Road for August 4, 1981 at 7:00 p.m. both
adjacent to the proposed Dineen Addition and proposed Overhill Farm Addition.
8. Final Payments for Contracts:
a. Improvement 79-16, R. L. Johnson Addition - It was recommended
that the final pay request for Improvement 79-16 in the amount of $5,998.75 to
Minnesota Valley Surfacing be approved.
b. Improvement 80-5, Fish Lake and Heine Pond By-Pass: It was
recommended that the final payment for Improvement 80-5Fish Lake Outlet and
Heine Pond By-Pass in the amount of $5,797.20 be made to Parrott Construction
Company and that the project be accepted by the City.
c. Improvement 80-6, Briar Hill and Eagan Metro Center 2nd Addition
Utilities: The final payment for Improvement 30-6 covering Briar Hill Addition
and Eagan Metro Center 2nd Addition utility improvements to Richard Knutson,
Inc. in the amount of $7,637.35 was recommended for approval and that the City
accept the project for perpetual maintenance.
d. Improvement 80-9, James Refrigeration Utilities: The Public
Works Director recommended that the City approve the final payment for Im-
provement 80-9 consisting of James Refrigeration project utilities and that
final payment in the amount of $.48 for Fredrickson Excavating, Inc. be paid
and the project be accepted for perpetual maintenance.
e. Improvement 80-15, Deerwood and Silver Bell Street Improvements:
The Public Works Director recommended that the Council approve the fifth and
final payment for Improvement 80-15 covering East and West Deerwood Drive and
Silver Bell Road to Bituminous Roadways, Inc. in the sum of $6,621.83 and to
accept the project covering perpetual maintenance.
f. Improvement 80-16, Galaxie Avenue Grading and Gravel Base: The
Public Works Department recommended that the City Council approve on behalf of
the City the fourth and final payment request for Improvement 80-16 consisting
of Galaxie Avenue grading and gravel base to Enebek Construction Company in
the amount of $10,466-72 and to accept the project.
g. Improvement 80-19, Twin View Manor Utilities: The final pay
request for Improvement 80-19 covering Twin View Manor Addition utility im-
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provements was recommended for approval and that the final payment in the
amount of $9,015.52 be made to Sandmark Construction Company and the project
be accepted by the City.
h. Improvement 80-20, Northview School and Schmidt Addition
Utilities: The Public Works Director recommended that the City Council ap-
prove the fifth and final pay request for Improvement 80-20 consisting of
Northview School and Schmidt Addition utilities to Richard Knutson, Inc. for
$8,866.55 and to accept the project.
i. Improvement 80-24, Ridgecliffe First Addition Utilities: The
staff recommended that the Council approve the sixth and final pay request for
Improvement 80-24 consisting of Ridgecliffe First Addition utilities to Thomas
Montgomery Construction Company in the amount of $70,430.57 and to accept the
project for perpetual maintenance.
J. Improvement 80-27, Brittany 2nd and 3rd Additions and Art Rahn
1st Addition: The fifth and final pay request for Improvement 80-27 to
McManara Vivant Contracting Company in the amount of $8,925.77 was recommended
for approval covering Brittany 2nd and 3rd Additions and Art Rahn 1st Addition
and that the Council accept the project for perpetual maintenance.
9. Sperry Univac Gadzooks Softball Team 3.2 License. The application of
Ron Podpeskar representing Sperry Univac Gadzooks Softball Team to sell non-
intoxicating malt liquor at Univac Field on July 11 and 12, 1981 for a soft-
ball tournament was recommended for approval.
Smith moved, Parranto seconded a motion to approve the foregoing recom-
mendations under the Consent Agenda and order their implementation. All voted
in favor except that Parranto abstained as to Improvement 80-27 concerning Art
Rahn First Addition.
IMPROVEMENT PROJECT 285
SILVER BELL ROAD, WUTHERING HEIGHTS UTILITIES
ASSESSMENT HEARING
Mayor Bea Blomquist reconvened the public hearing regarding the final
assessments for Silver Bell Road Wuthering Heights Area utilities which had
been continued from the June 16, 1981 meeting. Although the Council closed
the hearing, the Council requested further clarification of the Vernon Seuer
property. The Public Works Department now recommended revisions to the
assessment rates for water and sanitary sewer laterals and a modification of
the assessment for the Vernon Seuer property in the amount of $2,604.28 and
$2,934.53. Parranto moved, Smith seconded a motion to close the reconvened
public hearing and to approve the roll with the balance of the reduced assess-
ments from the Vernon Sower property respread thoughout the project. All
voted in favor.
O'LEARY LASS TRUNK STORM SEWER OUTLET - IMPROYRMENT PROJECT 322
The Mayor then convened the public hearing regarding Improvement Project
322 consisting of the trunk storm sewer outlet from O'Leary Lake. It was
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noted that a Petition had been received from several residents adjacent to
O'Leary Lake in November, 1980, and that a feasibility report was submitted on
May 19, 1981. Mr. Rosene explained the project and there were concerns about
the fact that the Orrin Thompson development proposal has now apparently been
withdrawn, but Mr. Rosene stated that the Orrin Thompson project did not
affect the proposed improvements. There were no objections to the project.
Wachter moved, Egan seconded a motion to close the hearing, to order in Phase
1 and to authorize the City Engineer to prepare the plans and specifications
for Phase 1 only and that Phases 2 and 3 not be ordered in at the present
time. All voted yes.
WINKLER/JACKSON ADDITION PRELIMINARY PLAT
The Planning Commission on May 26, 1981 recommended denial of the
preliminary plat of Winkler/Jackson Addition and the City Council had
postponed consideration of the plat until the July 7th meeting. Mayor
Blomquist had discussions with the Mayor of Burnsville and the City
Administrator and Public Works Director met with Burnsville staff to discuss
street connections covering both Zachman's Cinnamon Ridge Addition and the
Winkler/Jackson Addition. Burnsville intends to connect the Burnsville
Parkway with Slater's Road according to information received from the City
Manager of Burnsville. Richard Winkler was present. It was noted there
would be six single family lots adjacent to Slater's Acres. Residents of
Slater's Acres were present with questions about' the development. After
discussion, Parranto moved, Smith seconded a motion to approve the preliminary
plat of Winkler/Jackson Addition noting that in Outlot B consisting of 53.45
acres there would be a density of 5.5 dwelling units per acres which is
equivalent to townhouse or R-3 use; and subject to all conditions imposed upon
approval of the Planned Development by the Council on June 2, 1981. There was
a question as to whether required phasing could be determined according to
density of development until the Burnsville Parkway connection to Slater's
Road is completed. All voted in favor. D 81-39
SILVER BELL ADDITION - PYLON SIGN
The application of Metram Properties for conditional use permit for pylon
sign in Silver Bell Addition was next considered. The Planning Commission
recommended approval at the June 23, 1981 meeting. A representative from
Coldwell/Banker was present and had no objection to the recommendations of the
Planning Commission. Smith moved, Wachter seconded a motion to approve the
application subject to the recommendations of the Planning Commission as
follows:
1. The pylon sign shall be allowed in lieu of a free-standing ground
sign adjacent to Highway #13.
2. The pylon sign shall not be located within 300' of any other pylon
sign, measured on the same side of the street or within 300' of the north
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3. The pylon sign shall not project more than z'#- feet above ground
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4. The pylon sign shall not exceed 120 square feet of signage per side.
5. The pylon sign shall not be located nearer than 20' from any street
or highway right-of-way, nor nearer than 10 feet from any property or dividing
line.
6. The sign shall be in conformance with all other applicable ordinance
requirements.
There were no objections and all voted in favor.
COUNTRYSIDE FIRST ADDITION PRELIMINARY PUT, REZONING AND VARIANCE
The application of Countryside Builder's Inc. for preliminary plat
approval of Countryside First Addition, rezoning from R-1 to R-4 and variance
to convert two single family homes to multiple dwellings was next considered.
The APC recommended approval at its June 23, 1981 meeting subject to certain
conditions. The rezoning request was for a 2.31 acre parcel to be rezoned
from R-1 to R-4 and the preliminary plat would contain two 8-plex buildings
and the rehabilitation of two existing single family dwellings with a variance
to allow two single family structures to be rehabilitated to an R-4 classifi-
cation. The former Haswell-Lang property on Gold Trail was the subject prop-
erty. Mr. Daryl Anderson, architect, appeared on behalf of the applicant and
explained the project. He stated that the plan was to tie the architecture of
all buidings together. Smith moved, Wachter seconded a motion to approve the
rezoning from R-1 to R-4 and the variance as requested. All voted in favor.
Egan moved, Parranto seconded a motion to approve the application for prelimi-
nary plat with the understanding that building permits for the 8-plexes may be
granted prior to final plat approval provided that all conditions for the
final plat are complied with including the development agreement and further
subject to the following:
1. That homeowner's association bylaws be reviewed and approved by City
staff in order to insure that there is access to the east 8-plex and further
that the homeowner's association will provide maintenance for the common
areas.
2. The 24-foot asphalt drive shall have concrete curbing around the
perimeter of the drive and parking areas.
3. All drainage and utility easements shall be provided as requested by
City staff.
4. A tot lot shall be provided for the proposed development and approved
by City staff.
5. An adequate landscape bond shall be required and not released until
one year after the landscaping has been completed.
6. The newly created units shall be subject to the park dedication
policy in effect at the time of final plat.
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7. No more than 19 dwelling units shall be provided on this subject
parcel.
8. A ponding easement shall be dedicated to incorporate the 801.2 ele-
vation in the northwest corner of this proposed plat.
9. A revised grading and drainage plan shall be provided prior to final
plat approval providing for positive drainage from the northeast corner of
this proposed plat to the pond located in the northwest corner.
All voted in favor. R 81-42
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ODEGARD OUTDOOR ADVERTISING SIGN
Mr. David S. Odegard appeared on behalf of Odegard Outdoor Aadvertising
Company for two outdoor advertising signs, one of which to be located on
Eagandale Blvd. South of Highway 55 and another on Lexington Avenue, South of
55. Mr. Odegard was present and indicated that if the space is unsold, that
the copy would promote local city purposes and that he would work with the
City of Eagan in this respect. He stated that the signs would be 5' by 11',
55 square feet of signage on each side and would stand 15' in height. All
provisions of the ordinance would be met according to Mr. Odegard and that the
intent of the signs is more of a local nature. Wachter moved, Parranto
seconded a motion to approve the application, subject to compliance with all
applicable ordinance requirements. All voted in favor except Blomquist who
voted no and stated that she did not favor additional advertising signs and
was concerned about the precedent that it could create throughout the City.
CHICAGO TUBE AND IRON COMPANY VARIANCE
The Planning Commission at its May 26, 1981 regular meeting voted to
recommend approval of the variance of Chicago Tube and Iron Company to provide
for 36% proposed lot coverage on the Chicago Tube property in Eagandale
Industrial Park, 1% above the 35% ordinance provision. Mr. Bob Ochtrup, the
manager of Chicago Tube was present and stated that his intention was to
reserve some space to expand in the future because of the impending I-35E
acquisition. He explained the proposed request for variance based upon hard-
ship. Wachter moved, Smith seconded a motion. All voted in favor to approve
the application subject to the following conditions:
1. If any additional office space is constructed, the applicant will be
required to add additional parking as approved by the City staff.
2. The expansion shall not exceed the 18,750 square feet of warehouse as
proposed.
All voted yea. It was further noted that the hardship included the fact
that the company intends to construct overhead cranes due to the MN/DOT I-35E
acquisition.
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DONALD AVENUE STOP SIGN
A request from Mr. Ronald Klatz of 3371 Donald Avenue for installation of
a stop sign on Donald Avenue and Donald Court was next considered. Mr. Klatz
and other residents of Donald Avenue were present noting that severe traffic
problems have occurred on Donald Avenue. The Council members indicated that
they opposed spered bumps, but because of the unique circumstances on the
street, stop signs may be required. Smith moved, Parranto seconded a motion
to install a stop sign on Donald Court at Donald Avenue and further request
the Police Department to monitor the street intensively for three weeks,
further that "Slow, Children at Play" signs would be included on Donald
Avenue. All voted in favor.
1980 AUDIT REPORT
The City Administrator, Tom Hedges, had submitted the 1980 audit report
to the Council and requested action concerning the report. He stated that
specific issues regarding fund balances and status of accounts will be ad-
dressed during consideration of the 1982 budget and further explained the
reason for the two audit reports. Egan moved, Wachter seconded a motion, all
voted in favor to approve the report.
SIGN ORDINANCE REVISION
The City Attorney's office submitted a proposed revision to the sign
ordinance covering freeway signs under Section 16.06, subdivision 4. After
review, Smith moved, Egan seconded a motion to approve the ordinance revision
and order its publication. All voted in favor. _
DUCIWOOD DRIVE - STOP SIGN
A request was received from 81 persons representing 43 properties in
Duckwood Estates and St. Francis Wood Additions that a stop sign be placed at
Duckwood Drive and Widgeon Way. A number of neighboring residents were pre-
sent favoring the stop sign. Smith moved, Wachter seconded a Motion to accept
the Petition and approve the request and order the installation of a stop sign
at that location. All voted in favor.
PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL REVIEWS
Wachter moved, Egan seconded a motion to schedule a special joint meeting
with the Advisory Planning Commission for September 29, 1981 at 7:00 p.m. at
City Hall to consider the applications for annual review of existing planned
developments. All voted yea.
IMPROVEMENT 81-6 - PILOT KNOB CENTER UTILITIES AND STREET IMPROVEI NTS
The bids for the Pilot Knob Center utilities and gravel base improvements
under Improvement 81-6 were received on June 25th, but a letter from the
developer asking that the bids be rejected due to the fact that the developer
does not intend to proceed at the present time because of financial condi-
tions. A late request, however, was received from the developer asking a
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continuation for two weeks for the decision on the bids. Parranto moved,
Wachter seconded the motion to continue the consideration of the bids until
the next regular meeting at the request of the developer. All voted yes.
IMPROVEMENT 81-7 - COACHMAN LAND COMPANY FIRST ADDITION UTILITIES
The bids for Coachman Land Company First Addition utilities under Im-
provement 81-7 were received on June 26, 1981 and the Public Works Director
recommended the award of the contract to the low bidder, Lametti & Sons in the
amount of $137,700. Parranto moved, Egan seconded a motion to approve the
recommendation authorizing the award of the contract to Lametti & Sons. All
voted in favor.
IMPROVBMENT 81-8 - PROJECTS
Plans and specifications for Improvement 81-8 consisting of street
improvements under Project 329, Cedar Cliff Second Addition, Project 3r28,
Chesmar East Fourth Addition, Project 307, St. Francis Woods Second Addition,
and Project 327, Joyce Addition were next reviewed. Upon motion by Parranto,
seconded by Wachter, it was resolved that the plans and specifications for
Improvement 81-8 be approved and that the Clerk be authorized to advertise for
bids to be opened at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, July 30, 1981 at the City Hall.
All voted yea.
IMPROVEMENT 81-9 - TOMARK FIRST ADDITION UTILITIES
The plans and specifications for Tomark First Addition Utilities under
Improvement 81-9 were submitted by the consulting engineer. Upon motion by
Wachter, seconded by Parranto, it was resolved the plans and specifications
for Improvement 81-9 be approved and that the Clerk be authorized to advertise
for bids which bids will be opened at the City Hall on Thursday, July 30, 1981
at 11:00 a.m. All voted in favor.
IMPROVEMENT 81-11 - 1981 SEAL COATING
The plans and specifications for the 1981 seal coating project covering
Improvement 81-11 have now been submitted and recommended for approval. There
was considerable discussion concerning the need to seal coat certain streets
in Cedar Grove and with possible deletion of certain funds from street con-
struction funds in order to complete necessary seal coating. The Public Works
Committee will inspect the streets necessary for seal coating and prepare
revised recommendation if appropriate. Smith moved, Egan seconded a motion to
direct the Public Works Committee to make the inspection and to make necessary
recommended changes and further that the plans and specifications for such
seal coating project be approved and that the Clerk be authorized to advertise
for bids to be opened on Monday, July 20, 1981 at 10:30 a.m. at the City Hall.
All voted in favor.
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JADE LANE STOP SIGN
A request of 23 residents in the area of Jade Lane for a stop sign at
Jade Lane and Topaz Drive was submitted. A stop sign had been approved on May
19th for Topaz at Jade Lane and it was noted certain people in the area were
opposed to the stop sign. Smith moved, Egan seconded a motion to approve the
installation of "Slow, Children at Play" signs in the general location. All
voted yes.
CINNAMON RIDGE ADDITION GRADING PERMIT
The application of Zachman Homes for grading permit under the excavation
ordinance was submitted for action to the Council. Staff noted it had no
objections. Egan moved, Wachter seconded a motion to approve the request
subject to all city requirements. All voted yes.
JEAN LOKEN - PARK COII(ITTEE
A letter had been received from Jean Loken requesting a leave of absence
from the Advisory Park and Rec Committee for six months to one year during
which time her family will be living in New York City. There was discussion
concerning the precedent being set for a leave of absence and noting techni-
cally that Ms. Loken would not be a resident of the City of Eagan during that
time. Blomquist moved that Sandra Mason be appointed as a replacement noting
she had submitted her application for Park Commission at an earlier time and
further that the Park Committee appoint a replacement as the vice-chairperson.
There was no second and the motion died. Wachter then moved, Egan seconded a
motion to accept her resignation and to instruct the administrator to adver-
tise for a replacement with a letter of thanks being sent to Jean Loken for
service on the Committee. All voted yes.
PRELIMINARY PLAT - TIME EXTENSIONS
The City staff has reviewed the applications for preliminary plat ap-
proval that have been approved by the City Council. A letter had been sent by
the planning staff to 28 subdividers who have. preliminary plat approval but
have not submitted applications for final plat approval. The current ordi-
nance provides for the requirement that the preliminary plat approval will
lapse after six months if not extended by the Council. Six subdividers have
responded to request for extensions of time for various reasons. Council
members discussed alternates with the possibility of taking no action leaving
the final approval of each final plat as the application comes in to the
discretion of the Council. Smith moved, Wachter seconded a motion approving
the request for extension for one additional year for the six developers with
the understanding that the staff will forward a letter to the remaining de-
velopers indicating that extensions could be requested and that explanation
for the reason for the extension be submitted to the City. All voted yes.
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PERSONNEL POLICY REVISIONS
City Administrator Hedges submitted certain proposed revisions to the
personnel policy and through meetings with department heads he recommended
there be certain changes in language consistent with collective bargaining
language in existing collective bargaining agreements and further that changes
in the personnel policy conform with legislative changes. He noted that the
Minnesota Legislature adopted legislation during 1981 that no longer allows
municipalities to enforce a residency requirement for City employees. There
was also a question concerning the vacation schedule and compensatory time
provisions. Wachter moved, Egan seconded a motion to authorize a revision to
the personnel policy according to the recommendation subject to item E con-
cerning working hours being revised. All voted in favor.
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FERN PEDERSON - HAZARDOUS BUIDING
The Eagan Police Department requested that the Council institute pro-
ceedings to remove the buildings at 3766 Nicols Road owned by Fern Pederson
because of their delapitated condition noting the home is vacant. Smith
moved, Parranto seconded a motion to authorize the staff to proceed under the
Hazardous Building Statute to order the repair or removal of the buildings on
the property. All voted in favor.
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GORDON HUISTENTRUIT PROPERTY
Paul Hauge, City Attorney, requested authorization from the Council to
Quit Claim Deed a portion of Quarry Lane outside of the 16-1/2 foot road
easement that had been granted by the Huisentruits at the time of their
acquisition of the property. The confusion has resulted because of other
easements along the street which have been given to the City and therefore it
was recommended that a Quit Claim Deed releasing the City's interest in the
south 13-1/2 feet of the 30-foot right-of-way be granted to the Huisintruits.
Parranto moved, Wachter seconded the motion to approve the recommendation and
authorize the execution and conveyance of the Quit Claim Deed. All voted yes.
ROSS KRAMER - BLACKHAWI LAKE OUTLET
The City Attorney and Director of Public Works recommended that the
Council consider settling the condemnation action against the Ross Kramer
property in the amount of $13,800 based upon the City's and owner's appraisals
and proceed with the completion of the easement acquisition. Smith moved,
Wachter seconded the motion to approve the recommendation and authorize the
settlement on the terms proposed. All voted in favor.
METRO WASTE CONTROL COMMISSION DEEDS AND EASEMENTS
The City Attorney submitted a group of easements and deeds running from
the City of Eagan to the Metro Waste Control Commission covering the North
District Sanitary Sewer Trunk Interceptor and recommended approval and auth-
orization for execution. Egan moved, Parranto seconded the motion to accept
the recommendation and authorize its implementation. All voted yes.
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ADMINISTRATIVE FEE TRANSFER
The Director of Finance and City Administrator had been requested to
review the financial billing covering special assessment projects to deter-
mine whether the administrative transfer currently at two per cent should be
increased to either three or four per cent. After considerable study, the
staff recommended an increase of up to four per cent which was last changed in
1974 covering all special assessment projects. The recommendation was based
upon the administrative costs to the City for improvement projects. There
were concerns by certain Councilmembers about identifying cost related items
and it was understand that the special billing to developers will not continue
for the same or related purposes. There were also concerns expressed about
encouraging developers to construct their own improvements. Blomquist moved,
Egan seconded a motion to authorize the increase to four percent as
recommended. Those in favor were Blomquist, Egan, and Wachter. Against were
Parranto and Smith.
WATER TREATMENT FACILITY
Consulting Engineer Bob Rosene had prepared, at the direction of the City
Council, a questionnaire intended to be directed to property owners in the
City asking for comments regarding quality of municipal water supply. The
questionnaire was reviewed by Councilmembers and it was noted that revenue
bonds could be used to finance the project. The staff was asked to make
certain revisions to the questionnaire and to return it to the Council for
final review.
DAY CARE CENTER LICENSING
The planning staff prepared a memorandum relating to information received
from Dakota County Human Services Department with the names and addresses of
the licensed family day care providers in the City noting that there are a
total of 76 licensed family day care providers in the City with children from
two up to ten in the home. There had been concerns by Councilmembers due to
applications received by the City for conditional use permits under Ordinance
No. 52 whether there should be revisions to the Ordinance requirements.
Wachter moved, Parranto seconded a motion to direct the staff to prepare a
proposal regarding conditional use permit requirements for six or more child-
ren exclusive of the children of the day care provider. All voted in favor.
COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETINGS
The Councilmembers requested that all Councilmembers be notified by the
staff of impending council committee meetings.
WILDERNESS RUN ROAD STOP SIGNS
Parranto moved, Blomquist seconded a motion to install three-way stop
signs at the intersection of Wilderness Run Road and Wilderness Run Drive and
Wilderness Run Road at Oak Chase Drive. All voted yes.
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Council Minutes
July 7, 1981
VOUCHERS
Egan moved, Parranto seconded the motion to approve the following
vouchers: 188101-188853.
CASHIER-CLERI
After recommendation by the City Administrator, upon motion by Wachter,
seconded Parranto, it was Resolved to hire Patricia Larson as cashier clerk at
City Hall effective July 6, 1981. All voted yes.
ADJOURNNM
Upon motion duly made and seconded, the meeting adjourned at 11:35 p.m.
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