2016-02-16 Council minutes
CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
DAKOTA COUNTY
STATE OF MINNESOTA
Minutes of the Regular Meeting
Held Tuesday, February 16, 2016
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the regular meeting of the City Council, City of Mendota
Heights, Minnesota was held at 7:00 p.m. at City Hall, 1101 Victoria Curve, Mendota Heights,
Minnesota.
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Krebsbach called the meeting to order at 7:02 p.m. The following members were present:
Councilmembers Norton, Petschel, and Povolny. Absent: Councilmember Duggan.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Council, the audience, and staff recited the Pledge of Allegiance.
AGENDA ADOPTION
Mayor Krebsbach presented the agenda for adoption. Councilmember Povolny moved adoption of the
agenda.
Councilmember Petschel seconded the motion.
Ayes: 4
Nays: 0
Absent: 1 (Duggan)
CONSENT CALENDAR
Mayor Krebsbach presented the consent calendar and explained the procedure for discussion and
approval. Councilmember Norton moved approval of the consent calendar as presented and
authorization for execution of any necessary documents contained therein, pulling items f.) Adopt
Ordinance 492 No Parking on Mendota Road and l.) Approve Resolution 2016-13 Appoint Jill Smith as
alternate to Noise Oversight Committee.
a. Approval of January 19, 2016 City Council Minutes
b. Approval of January 19, 2016 Council Workshop Minutes
c. Acknowledgement of January 26, 2016 Planning Commission Minutes
d. Approval of the February 9, 2016 City Council Special Meeting Minutes
e. Approval of the February 9, 2016 City Council Workshop Minutes
f. Adopt Ordinance 492 No Parking on Mendota Road
g. Appointment of Traffic Safety Committee Members
-It was noted that Councilmember Petschel has joined this committee.
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h. Award Professional Services Contract for updating the City's Local Surface Water Management Plan
i. Authorization to Seek Professional Qualifications for Establishment of a Consultant Pool
j. Approve Resolution 2016-09 Accepting Donation for Citizens Academy
k. Approve Resolution 2016-10 Authorizing Public Use of Unclaimed Property
l. Approve Resolution 2016-13 Appoint Jill Smith as alternate to Noise Oversight Committee
m. Approve Resolution 2016-16 Amendments to the Fee Schedule
-It was noted that the City Council thoroughly reviewed the fee changes in the workshop meeting.
n. Approval of December 2015 Treasurer's Report
o. Approval of Claims List
p. Approval of January Building Activity Report
Councilmember Petschel seconded the motion.
Ayes: 4
Nays: 0
Absent: 1 (Duggan)
PULLED CONSENT AGENDA ITEM
F) ADOPT ORDINANCE 492 NO PARKING ON MENDOTA ROAD
Public Works Director John Mazzitello explained that as part of the ongoing planning of the Mendota
Road/Warrior Drive neighborhood improvements project, which is scheduled for construction in 2016,
the City is going to utilize municipal state aid funds on the project. Mendota Road is an MSA
designated street. In order to get MnDOT’s approval of the plans for bid, the City has to codify the
proposed no parking areas along the street.
This ordinance would prohibit parking on the south side of Mendota Road from Oak Street to Delaware.
Parking would also not be allowed on the north side of Mendota Road from Oak Street to 450 feet west
of Warrior Drive, and from 950 feet east of Warrior Drive to Delaware Avenue, and 30 feet east and
west of Warrior Drive. The residents requested that parking be allowed between Knob and Warrior, and
parking between Warrior and the southeast parking lot entrance was requested by the School District.
Councilmember Petschel moved to adopt Ordinance 492 No Parking on Mendota Road.
Councilmember Povolny seconded the motion.
Ayes: 4
Nays: 0
Absent: 1 (Duggan)
L) APPROVE RESOLUTION 2016-13 APPOINT JILL SMITH AS ALTERNATE TO
NOISE OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE
Councilmember Petschel noted that for the last five years she has served as the City’s primary
representative on the Noise Oversight Committee (NOC), and she has also been so-chair of the NOC for
the last year and a half. She has informed NOC that she will be stepping down from her leadership role
as co-chair effective March, 2016. She recommended that someone who is experienced in public
boards, legislative processes and relations, and in airport issues be appointed as an additional alternate to
represent the City on the NOC. She recommended Ms. Jill Smith.
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Ms. Smith is a former Councilmember, currently serves on the Dakota County Planning Commission,
and has a long history and knowledge of airport issues.
Councilmember Povolny moved to approve Resolution 2016-13 Appointing Jill Smith as Alternate to
Noise Oversight Committee.
Councilmember Norton seconded the motion.
Ayes: 4
Nays: 0
Absent: 1 (Duggan)
PUBLIC COMMENTS
There were no public comments.
PRESENTATIONS
A) RECOGNITION OF PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSIONER EVANS
Mayor Krebsbach presented Mr. Jackson Evans with a plaque in recognition of his years of service on
the Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission (2014-2016).
B) EMPLOYEE RECOGNITION AWARD
Assistant to the City Administrator Tamara Schutta explained that at the January 19, 2016 City Council
meeting, staff awards were given out for years of service and for the Core Value Awards. Police Officer
Todd Rosse was recognized as the “Respectful” Core Value award recipient; however, he was not
recognized for his fifteen years of service to the City.
At this time, the City Council recognized Officer Todd Rosse for his fifteen years of service to the City.
PUBLIC HEARING
No items scheduled.
NEW AND UNFINISHED BUSINESS
A) ORDINANCE 490 CONCERNING SUBDIVISION REGULATIONS
PLANNING CASE 2016-03
Planner Nolan Wall explained Ordinance 490, which proposed amendments to Title 12 of the City Code,
concerning subdivision regulations. Staff identified several issues with the existing regulations; the bulk
of which were adopted in 1981 with some amendments in 2003 and 2009. The proposed amendments
included administrative and regulatory modifications for review and comment.
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Staff reviewed past subdivision requests, reviewed platting guideline manuals, and consulted with the
Dakota County Surveying Department in order to identify potential amendments to the existing
subdivision regulations. Staff proposed updates to certain sections, which identified issues that needed
to be addressed.
Planner Wall briefly summarized each section of the ordinance and answered questions from Council.
No specific concerns were raised.
Councilmember Norton moved to adopt Ordinance 490 Concerning Subdivision Regulations
Councilmember Povolny seconded the motion.
Ayes: 4
Nays: 0
Absent: 1 (Duggan)
B) RESOLUTION 2016-14 APPOINTMENT OF
PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSIONERS
Acting Mayor Povolny, who facilitated the interviews for the Parks and Recreation Commission
applicants, noted that Mr. Jay Miller is being recommended for appointment to the Parks and Recreation
Commission through January 2017, filling the vacancy left by Mr. Jackson Evans. Also, Clair Dunham
and Myles Bowen were recommended to be appointed as youth representatives to the Parks and
Recreation Commission for a one year term.
Commissioners Stephanie Levine, Michael Toth, and Joel Paper were also recommended for
reappointed for an additional three year term.
Councilmember Petschel moved to adopt Resolution 2016-14 Appointing Parks and Recreation
Advisory Commission Members.
Councilmember Norton seconded the motion.
Ayes: 4
Nays: 0
Absent: 1 (Duggan)
COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS
Assistant to the City Administrator Tamara Schutta made the following announcements:
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An Airport Relations Commission Open House is scheduled for March 9 at 7:00 p.m. at City
Hall. Representatives from MAC and the FAA will be joining the ARC to talk about the issues of
interest to Mendota Heights residents, and to provide an overview of MSP’s economic impact for
the region.
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The Mendota Heights 5K is scheduled for June 4. Registrations are being taken.
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• Due to the state precinct caucuses being held on March 1st, the City Council meeting has been
rescheduled to Thursday, March Pat 7:00 p.m.
COUNCIL COMMENTS
Councilmember Petschel noted the passing of Ms. Eunice Dietrich, who was recognized by the Council
last year on her 100th birthday.
Mayor Krebsbach recognized her neighbor for clearing away snow from the hydrant on Glenhill Road.
She reminded residents to assist in keeping the hydrants clear of snow to assist the fire department.
ADJOURN
Councilmember Petschel moved to adjourn.
Councilmember Norton seconded the motion.
Ayes: 4
Nays: 0
Absent: 1 (Duggan)
Mayor Krebsbach adjourned the meeting at 7:40 p.m.
ATTEST:
Lorri Smith
City Clerk
Sandra Krebsbac
Mayor
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