01/04/2000 - City Council Regular
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MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE
EAGAN CITY COUNCIL
Eagan, Minnesota
January 4,2000
A regular meeting of the Eagan City Council was held on Tuesday, January 4, 2000 at 6:30 p.m.
at the Eagan Municipal Center. Present were Mayor Awada and Counci1members 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.
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City Administrator Hedges provided an overview on this item. Chief of Police Therkelsen
commented on the addition of the three new police officers to the Eagan Police Department.
City Clerk VanOverbeke administered the oath of office to Police Officers Lisa Fancher, Paul
Maier and Andrew Speakman.
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Mayor Awada moved, Counci1member Carlson seconded a motion to adopt the agenda with the
removal of Item 1, Commission Appointments, from the Administrative Agenda.
Councilmember Masin suggested that discussion on this item should occur at tonight's meeting
or be continued for one month. Councilmember Blomquist said that she was concerned about the
appointment procedure since part of what occurred during last year's appointment process was
unprecedented.
A vote was taken on the motion. Aye: 3 Nay: 2 (Counci1members Masin and Blomquist
opposed)
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Councilmember Bakken moved, Counci1member Carlson seconded a motion to approve the
minutes as presented. Aye: 5 Nay: 0
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Councilmember Bakken moved, Councilmember Carlson seconded a motion to approve the
minutes as presented. Aye: 5 Nay: 0
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Councilmember Bakken moved, Councilmember Carlson seconded a motion to approve the
minutes as presented. Aye: 5 Nay: 0
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Counci1member Masin requested that the second sentence in the first paragraph on page two be
revised as follows, "Counci1member Masin asked if the City has regulations regarding the location for
planting trees on private property that can impact adjoining property owners."
Mayor Awada moved, Counci1member Carlson seconded a motion to approve the minutes as
amended. Aye: 5 Nay: 0
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City Administrator Hedges provided an overview on this item. Director of Parks & Recreation
Vraa commended both City Forester Hove and Recreation Supervisor Nowariak on the receipt of the
their awards.
Cregg Hove, City Forester, was recognized for receiving the Distinguished Service Award from
the Minnesota Sodety of Arboricu1ture. Paula Nowariak, Recreation Supervisor, was recognized for
receiving the Dorthea Nelson Award from the Minnesota Recreation and Parks Association.
City Forester Hove thanked Director of Public Works Colbert for the letter of recommendation
that he wrote on his behalf. He commented on the success of the tree preservation ordinance, the
installation of new plant material within the City and preparing for the future through public education.
Recreation Supervisor Nowariak thanked the City Council for their support of the Eagan Parks
& Recreation program and the City staff, Eagan residents and her family for their support also. She
further thanked former Superintendent of Recreation Dorothy Peterson for nominating her for the
award.
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Counci1member Masin asked why the City will be burning cattail plants for the benefit of
Thomas Lake. Director of Public Works Colbert explained the benefits of cleansing the wetlands and the
balance that must be maintained.
Counci1member Masin asked if copies of the guidelines/handout for public presentations and
public partidpation in City Council meetings are still available to the public. She also suggested the City
Council review the appointment process and the guidelines/handout. She noted that the
guidelines/handout for public presentations and public participation in City Council meetings stated
that items can be pulled from the consent agenda. City Administrator Hedges state that the guidelines
will be reviewed at the January 18,2000 City Council meeting.
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City Administrator Hedges provided an overview on this item. Councilmember Blomquist
stated that it is important to ensure the accuracy of the census figures because of the effect it can have on
the amount of federal funding provided to the City of Eagan.
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A. Personnel Items
Item 1. It was recommended to approve the hiring of Holly McGraw as a Clerical Technician 11 in the
Community Development Department.
Item 2. It was recommended to ratify the hiring of Catherine Bolduc as the Program & Events
Supervisor in the Parks & Recreation Department.
Item 3. It was recommended to approve the hiring of Dave Jungers, Robert Rausch and Ryan Rausch as
seasonal park laborers.
Item 4. It was recommended to approve the hiring of Ben Koenke and Justin Brown as seasonal
warming house attendants.
Item 5. It was recommended to approve the hiring of Kevin Weber as a seasonal skate guard.
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Item 6. It was recommended to approve the hiring of Jennifer Petsinger as a temporary clerical worker
in the Parks &: Recreation Department.
Item 7. It was recommended to approve the hiring of Aaron Hunter as a seasonal concessions manager
at Cascade Bay.
Item 8. It was recommended to approve the hiring of Katy Jonas as a part-time Clerical Tech III in the
Police Department.
Item 9. It was recommended to approve the 2000, 2001, and 2002 Collective Bargaining Contract with
the Clerical Unit.
B. Direct staff to initiate an ordinance amendment to define transfer stations as a conditional use in the
Limited Industrial Zoning District. It was recommended to direct staff to initiate an Ordinance
Amendment to Chapter 11 to define the transfer station and incorporate as a conditional use in the
Limited Industrial Zoning District.
C. Contract renewal for janitorial services with Lifeworks Services, Inc. It was recommended to
approve a contract renewal for janitorial services with Lifeworks Services, Ine. for the period of 1/1/00
to 12/31/00 and authorize signature.
D. Resolution approving the submission of a metro greenways planning grant application for Patrick
Eagan Park. It was recommended to approve a resolution authorizing staff to submit a "Metro 00-02
Greenways Planning Grant" application to the Department of Natural Resources for the development of
a management plan for Patrick Eagan Park.
E. Contract 99-11, approve final payment, authorize City maintenance (Wescott Road - Pavement
Markings). It was recommended to approve the final payment for Contract 99-11 (Wescott Road-
Pavement Markings) in the amount of $2,575.52 to Warning Lites of MN, Inc., and accept the
improvements for perpetual City maintenance subject to warranty provisions.
F. Contract 99-10, approve Change Order No.1, Wescott Road &: Lexington Avenue (Traffic
Signalization). It was recommended to approve Change Order No.1 to Contract 99-10 (Wescott Road
and Lexington Avenue - Traffic Signalization) and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute all
related documents.
G. Project 740, receive final assessment roll/ order public hearing (Silver Bell Road - Street
Improvements). It was recommended to receive the final assessment roll for Project 740 (Silver Bell
Road - Street Reconstruction Improvements) and schedule a public hearing to be held on February 1,
2000.
H. Grant application, Minnesota Auto Theft Prevention Program. It was recommended to approve a
resolution authorizing the City of Eagan to enter into a cooperative agreement with the State of 00-03
Minnesota for the project entitled Minnesota Auto Theft Prevention Program.
I. Direct the City Attorney's office to amend Chapter 4, Table A - Billboard Signage, of the City Code.
It was recommended to direct the City Attorney's office to prepare an ordinance amendment to Chapter
4 of the Eagan City Code, Table A - Billboard Signage.
J. License renewals for the year 2000, trash hauler and tobacco. It was recommended to approve the
trash hauler and tobacco license renewals for the year 2000.
Counci1member Bakken moved, Counci1member Carlson seconded a motion to approve the
consent agenda. Aye: 5 Nay: 0
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VACATE PUBLIC DRAINAGE & UfILITY EASEMENT
(LOTS 1 & 2, CENTURY ADDITION)
City Administrator Hedges provided an overview on this item. Director of Public Works
Colbert gave a staff report.
Counci1member Carlson moved, Counci1member Bakken seconded a motion to approve the
vacation of public drainage and utility easements within Lots 1 and 2, Block 1, Century Addition as
described and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute all related documents.
Mayor Awada opened the public hearing to anyone wishing to speak. There being no one, she
closed the public hearing.
A vote was taken on the motion. Aye: 5 Nay: 0
VACATE PUBLIC DRAINAGE & UfILITY EASEMENT
(LOT 1, BLOCK 1 COMSERV NO.1 ADDITION)
City Administrator Hedges provided an overview on this item. Director of Public Works
Colbert gave a staff report.
Counci1member Carlson moved, Counci1member Bakken seconded a motion to approve the
vacation of public drainage and utility easements within Lot 1, Block 1, Comserv No.1 as described and
authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute all related documents.
Mayor Awada opened the public hearing to anyone wishing to speak. There being no one, she
closed the public hearing.
A vote was taken on the motion. Aye: 5 Nay: 0
VACATE PUBLIC DRAINAGE & UTILITY EASEMENT
(LEXINGTON 2ND ADDITION)
City Administrator Hedges provided an overview on this item. Director of Public Works
Colbert gave a staff report.
Councilmember Carlson moved, Counci1member Bakken seconded a motion to approve the
vacation of public drainage and utility easements as described within Outlot B, Lexington 2nd Addition
(now known as Northwood Business Park), and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute all
related documents.
Mayor Awada opened the public hearing to anyone wishing to speak. There being no one, she
closed the public hearing.
A vote was taken on the motion. Aye: 5 Nay: 0
TRASH HAULER LICENSES FOR NEW EARTH SERVICES, INC.
City Administrator Hedges provided an overview on this item.
Counci1member Bakken moved, Counci1member Carlson seconded a motion to deny a
residential and commercial/multi-family waste-hauling license for New Earth Services, Inc.
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City Attorney Sheldon said it would be appropriate for the Council to direct the preparation of
findings of fact for consideration at the January 18, 2000 City Council meeting.
Counci1member Bakken agreed to amend the motion to include directing the preparation of
findings of fact.
Counci1member Bakken stated that since one of the two trucks does not comply with City
standards he did not want to put the City in the position of having to police which truck New Earth
would be using. He added that New Earth Services does not meet City Code requirements and unless
the trucks are brought into compliance and the other items are addressed as noted in the staff report he
did not feel comfortable approving the license. Mayor Awada stated that the staff report also indicates
that City contacts with this business have gone unanswered and the City is in the process of filing a
complaint. Counci1member Blomquist stated that this request does not completely follow the
recommendations of the Solid Waste Abatement Commission. She said the City needs to work hard to
promote neighborhood trash collection.
Mayor Awada opened the public hearing to anyone wishing to speak.
Jeff Glewwe, General Manager of Superior Services Solid Waste Hauling and Recycling
Collection Company, stated that competition has been reduced due to the large number of
consolidations and mergers that have occurred in the solid waste industry. He added that competition
is beneficial to the residents of the City.
Robert Barber, 1461 Richards Court, stated that it is important to maintain competition and
commented on the national program of waste haulers buying out smaller independent haulers.
Counci1member Blomquist said that neighborhoods could collectively solicit bids for garbage
service. She noted that the garbage trucks are hard on City streets.
Counci1member Carlson mentioned that the City Council had previously capped the number of
available licenses at five but recently increased the number to seven in an effort to commit to a more
competitive market.
There being no one else wishing to speak, Mayor Awada closed the public hearing. She stated
that City Attorney Sheldon advised the Council to change the motion of denial to a motion directing
staff to prepare findings of fact. Counci1member Bakken agreed to amend the motion.
A vote was taken on the motion. Aye: 5 Nay: 0
Counci1member Carlson moved, Counci1member Bakken seconded a motion to direct staff and
the City Attorney to review and recommend modifications to City Code Chapter 6.37 regarding waste-
hauler licensing. Aye: 5 Nay: 0
CITY OF EAGAN'S BUSINESS SUBSIDY POLICY
City Administrator Hedges provided an overview on this item.
Counci1member Bakken moved, Counci1member Carlson seconded a motion to adopt the City
of Eagan Business Subsidy Policy.
Mayor Awada opened the public hearing to anyone wishing to speak. There being no one, she
closed the public hearing.
A vote was taken on the motion. Aye: 5 Nay: 0
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REPORT FROM THE COMMUNITY ACTIVITY CENTER TASK FORCE
City Administrator Hedges provided an overview on this item.
Clyde Thurston spoke on behalf of the Community Facilities Land Acquisition Task Force and
provided an overview of the proceedings of the Task Force. He noted that due to the complexity of the
project and the holidays the Task Force did not have a final report to present at this time. He added that
the Task Force has defined the groundwork for the possible elements of the community center. He said
there should be a comprehensive and open dialogue with the community. He commented on the costs
associated with land acquisition and the construction of the facility. He further commented that cost
could be a barrier for some of the potential users and said that user fees need to be addressed.
Counci1member Masin thanked Mr. Thurston for his work on the Task Force and also thanked
the rest of the Task Force members for their efforts.
Danny Ducharme, a sixth-grade student at Dakota Hills Middle School, expressed her support
for more gymnasiums and for a gathering place for the youth in the community.
Sam Fields expressed his support for additional gym space and a recreation center.
Dan Klekner, President of the Eagan Athletic Association, stated that many of the youth athletic
teams need to travel outside the City to find gym space. He requested a commitment from the City for
gym space.
Ann Carlon, Executive Director of the Eagan Convention & Visitors Bureau, said that the
proposed location is perfect for community events. She commented on the need for meeting space and
encouraged the City Council to acquire the land and proceed with the plans for a community activity
center.
Cyndee Fields, 4725 Weston Hills Drive, expressed her support for the community center and
encouraged the Council to commit to giving approximately 20% of the available gym time to the EAA.
Mayor Awada said that she was supportive of keeping the process moving forward. She noted
that the land will be purchased over the next couple of months and a public hearing will be scheduled to
discuss the proposed community center.
Councilmember Masin thanked the Task Force members for attending the tour of the
community centers. She said that perhaps the Task Force would like to meet again since many of the
members were unable to attend the meeting in December. Councilmember Blomquist stated that the
Council should ensure that the Task Force remain cohesive and that membership be expanded to
include representatives from the girlscout and boyscout community. She requested an invitation be
extended to them.
Councilmember Carlson stated that she would like to continue to obtain input from the public
on a regular basis regarding the central area park. She further stated that the process should not be held
up and added that a public hearing should be scheduled. She said that Task Force members should be
asked whether they would like to meet again prior to the public hearing.
Councilmember Masin suggested that the request for a 20% dedicated use by the EAA was
premature prior to purchase of property and the design of the building. Councilmember Carlson noted
that specific elements have been identified for the community center and based on these elements it
would be possible to obtain cost estimates.
Mayor Awada referred to a motion that she prepared regarding the scheduling of a public
hearing and the preparation of cost estimates for the community activity center.
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Councilmember Masin stated that the process is off to a good start but the Council should focus
on getting as much information as possible. She said that scheduling the public hearing for January 18
would be fine. Councilmember Blomquist concurred with Mayor Awada stating that the process should
move forward. Counci1member Carlson concurred also and added that it is not necessary to know the
design elements at this point. She said that the public hearing would provide an opportunity for the
public to indicate their support or opposition to the proposed community activity center. She requested
that two additional items be added to the list of elements including an entrance monument and
courtyard area and fireproof storage area for the Historical Sodety.
Mayor Awada concurred with the addition of the two elements as suggested by Councilmember
Carlson.
Mayor Awada moved, Councilmember Bakken seconded a motion to set a public hearing on
January 18,2000 to take citizen input and discuss the process and action required for a bond referendum
for the community center and central park development.
Councilmember Blomquist questioned if the Council would be acting on whether to schedule a
bond referendum at the January 18 City Council meeting. Mayor Awada noted that the purpose of the
public hearing would be to take citizen input and if the Council so chooses to act on the issue of a
referendum they may do so. Councilmember Carlson added that legally a bond referendum can not be
held until 49 days following the public hearing.
Counci1member Blomquist indicated that she was going to abstain on the vote stating that she
was in favor of the idea of a community center and wanted to receive public input but questioned
whether a public hearing was the appropriate format. Counci1member Masin stated that she was
supportive of a public hearing but was not ready to analyze a bond referendum at the January 18
meeting.
A vote was taken on the motion. Aye: 3 Nay: 1 Abstain: 1 (Counci1member Masin opposed
and Counci1member Blomquist abstained)
Mayor Awada moved, Councilmember Blomquist seconded a motion to direct staff to compile
costs for the Eagan Community Center which generally includes the following elements:
Four gyms with wood floors usable for tournaments
Banquet facility like Maplewood
Senior center, teen center, EAA offices, historical society and other meeting rooms and space,
including storage space
Large center atrium
Running track
Exercise space
Locker rooms
Enclosed kids indoor playground
Contract hourly childcare
Concessions managed by City
Outside skating on pond
Site development for festival areas and parking
Infrastructure improvements
Entrance monuments and courtyard
Historical Society fireproof storage
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FINAL PLAT - CENTURY SECOND ADDITION - CLIPPER'S & MORE, INC.
City Administrator Hedges provided an overview on this item. Senior Planner Ridley gave a
staff report.
Counci1member Bakken moved, Councilmember Carlson seconded a motion to approve a Final 00-04
Plat (Century Second Addition) that will combine two parcels of land currently described as Lots 1 & 2,
Century Addition into one platted lot located north of Yankee Doodle Road and west of Coachman
Road in the SW V4 of Section 9. Aye: 5 Nay: 0
FINAL SUBDIVISION, RIVERP ARK OFFICE CENTER, BLUE CROSS BLUE SHIELD
City Administrator Hedges provided an overview on this item. Senior Planner Ridley gave a
staff report.
Councilmember Carlson moved, Councilmember Bakken seconded a motion to approve a Final 00-01
Subdivision (RiverPark Office Center) consisting of one lot and one outlot located at 3400 Yankee Drive,
west of Highway 13 and south of Yankee Doodle Road within the south V2 of Section 8 and the north V2
of Section 17. Aye: 5 Nay: 0
PLANNED DEVELOPMENT AMENDMENT - HONEY TREE LTD.
City Administrator Hedges provided an overview on this item. Senior Planner Ridley gave a
staff report.
Councilmember Bakken moved, Councilmember Carlson seconded a motion to approve a
Planned Development Amendment to allow additional building signage on the tower portion of the
Sleep Inn hotel at 4510 Erin Drive (Lot 1, Block 1, Honey Tree First Addition) subject to the following
conditions:
1. An Agreement amending the Planned Development shall be executed and recorded at
the Dakota County recorder's office.
2. A sign permit for each sign is required prior to installation.
3. There shall be no signage on the east elevation of the building.
Ray Anderson, applicant, stated that the lack of signage has resulted in low occupancy. He
referenced a letter declining the request for highway logo signage because of the lack of visibility of
Sleep Inn's onsite signage from Cliff Road. He said that the Council has set a precedent for deviating
from the City's Sign Code.
A vote was taken on the motion. Aye: 5 Nay: 0
PLANNED DEVELOPMENT AMENDMENT - STAHL CONSTRUCTION
City Administrator Hedges provided an overview on this item. Senior Planner Ridley gave a
staff report.
Dean Olson, applicant, provided additional information regarding the proposed project.
Councilmember Masin questioned if the new hotel would be under the same ownership as the Holiday
Inn Select. Mr. Olson indicated that the ownership would be the same for both hotels.
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Mayor Awada commented on the number of hotels being built in the City, but added that
government is not in a position to dictate how many can be built.
Todd Buyer, General Manager of the Holiday Inn Select in Eagan, mentioned that the Holiday
Inn Select will be changed to a four star, Crown Plaza in August of 2000, which will appeal to a higher
end market. He noted that most of the hotel owners in the City are not apprehensive about the addition
of new hotels.
Councilmember Masin inquired why no one from the hospitality industry was present at the
Council meeting. Ann Carlon, Executive Director of the Eagan Convention & Visitors Bureau, stated
that the hotel industry is doing well and also commented on the free-enterprise system.
Mayor Awada moved, Counci1member Masin seconded a motion to approve a Planned
Development Amendment to allow the construction of an 87 room hotel upon 1.7 acres of land located
north of Corporate Center Drive and east of Pilot Knob Road on property currently platted as Lot 2,
Block 1, Eagandale Office Park 4th Addition subject to the following conditions:
1. The applicant and/or developer shall enter into a Final Planned Development
Agreement with the City prior to building permit issuance.
2. The following exhibits are required for the Final Planned Development Agreement:
A. Final Site Plan
B. Final Landscape Plan
C. Final Building Elevations and Signage Plan
D. Lighting Plan
3. All trash/recycling containers shall be stored within the principal buildings or within an
enclosure consistent with City Code requirements.
4. All building, parking/ drive aisles, and landscaped areas shall be properly maintained.
5. All exterior lighting shall be hooded and directed to deflect light way from adjacent
properties and rights-of-way.
6. All rooftop mechanical equipment shall be screened from view of all public rights-of-
way.
7. The proposed ground sign shall meet Sign Code requirements.
8. City Officials find the proposed wall signage on the building's western fal,;:ade to be
acceptable.
9. The developer shall be responsible for providing as-built record plan drawings in
accordance with City standards of the relocated public sanitary and storm sewer lines.
10. The developer shall dedicate all necessary drainage and utility easements over the
relocated public sanitary and sewer lines.
11. Building plans, materials and construction shall be such that they will ensure an interior
sound level of 50 dBA.
12. This proposal shall be responsible for a cash parks and cash trails dedication at the time
of building permit.
13. The installation of twenty-one (21) Category A trees, or forty-two (42) Category B trees,
or eighty-four (84) Category C trees, or an equivalent combination of these trees as
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mitigation for tree removal in excess of allowable limits shall be required. Mitigation
shall be in addition to any City required landscaping.
14. A revised tree mitigation plan shall be submitted before building permit issuance that
separates tree mitigation trees from landscape required trees.
15. Tree Protective measures (i.e. orange colored silt fence or 4 foot polyethylene laminate
safety netting) shall be required to 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.
16. The applicant shall contact the City Forestry Division and set up a pre-construction site
inspection at least five days prior to the issuance of the grading permit to ensure
compliance with the approved Tree Preservation Plan and placement of the tree
protection fencing.
17. A water quality cash dedication (in lieu of on-site ponding) of $6,394 shall be required at
the time of building permit.
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SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS
City Administrator Hedges provided an overview on this item.
Mayor Awada moved, Councilmember Bakken seconded a motion to schedule the January 11
Special City Council meeting at 4:30 p.m. for the purpose of interviewing Advisory Commission
candidates and schedule a Special City Council meeting for Thursday, January 13 at 4:45 p.m. for the
purpose of reviewing 2000 goals, with the possibility of additional items pertaining to CDBG funding
and a proposed right-of-way ordinance.
Counci1member Masin stated that she was in support of the January 13 Special City Council
meeting but was opposed to the January 11 meeting because the process regarding the appointment of
commission members should be postponed and discussed at a later date.
A vote was taken on the motion. Aye: 3 Nay: 2 (Counci1members Masin and Blomquist
opposed)
INVER GROVE HEIGHTS DEVELOPMENT PROPOSAL
(BETTY ALLEN PROPERTY)
Director of Public Works Colbert gave a staff report. He identified that one of the concerns
identified by staff is the lack of connection to provide a secondary outlet for this development to be able
to access Cliff Road to the north. He stated that a portion of right-of-way needs to be acquired for an
additional access. He commented on the additional traffic through Eagan neighborhoods that would
result without the appropriate road connections. He said that the Joint Powers Agreement with the City
of Inver Grove Heights allows the City of Eagan to review development proposals as a condition of the
City of Eagan providing sewer and water utilities. He added that the Inver Grove Heights Planning
Commission will be reviewing the development proposal on January 18. He further added that given
the late receipt of the development proposal, the Advisory Parks Commission has not had an
opportunity to review any parks dedication issues with this development. He noted that there is a
provision in the JP A that allows either land dedication or an equivalent cash dedication to the City of
Eagan for parks purposes.
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Counci1member Masin expressed concern that the parks dedication for the Southern Hills
development in Inver Grove Heights has not been resolved which is in violation of the JP A. She stated
that it is important for the APrC to review any new development proposals in Inver Grove Heights.
Director of Parks and Recreation Vraa commented on a meeting between Eagan's Advisory Parks
Commission and the Inver Grove Heights Park Commission. He said that the Inver Grove Heights Park
Commission is planning to bring back a proposal regarding the ballfield.
Counci1member Carlson questioned if Eagan residents were notified of this proposed
development.
Mike Black, Royal Oaks Realty, stated that a list of property owners was supplied to the City of
Inver Grove Heights and did include Eagan residents.
Councilmember Carlson said that she would not approve of this development until adequate
access is provided. Mayor Awada said that the City of Eagan has to provide utilities to the City of Inver
Grove Heights. Councilmember Carlson stated that the Council has the right to question this
development because of the access issue and the impact to Eagan neighborhoods. Mayor Awada
suggested that the Council's comments be forwarded to the City of Inver Grove Heights and also
requested that the development proposal be brought back before the Eagan City Council.
Counci1member Masin said that Eagan's advisory commissions should review the development
proposal before the Council provides any formal comment for consideration. Counci1member Carlson
reiterated that Eagan residents should be notified.
Counci1member Masin moved, Counci1member Bakken seconded a motion to direct staff to
present the development proposal to the City of Eagan commissions to allow for Eagan resident input.
Counci1member Blomquist stated that Outlot A should be eliminated and incorporated into
adjacent lots with a pond easement. She added that a proposed plan should be shown for the property
where utilities have to cross. Director of Public Works Colbert stated that a development proposal
might have been submitted for this property when the Pines Edge First Addition development was
considered. Councilmember Blomquist requested that a copy be provided to her.
A vote was taken on the motion. Aye: 5 Nay: 0
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The meeting adjourned at 8:55 p.m. to an Executive Session for the purpose of receiving an
update on the status of the central park land acquisition and to provide direction for police officer union
negotiations. Present were Mayor Awada and Councilmembers Masin, Blomquist, Carlson and Bakken,
City Administrator Tom Hedges, and City Attorney Jim Sheldon.
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