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CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
DAKOTA COUNTY, MINNESOTA
AGENDA
MAY 7, 1985 - 7:30 P.M.
1. Call to Order. ' '10
2. Roll Call. at
3. Adoption of Agenda. -'
4. Approval of Minutes, April
5. Consent Calendar: — j4
16, April 30.
a. Acknowledgement of letter to Mr. and Mrs. Gonsowski.
b. Acknowledgement of Code Enforcement monthly report.
c. Acknowledgement of April 23 Planning Commission minutes.
d. Acknowledgement of Memo on Summer Help for Public Works.
e. Approval of the List of Claims.
f. Approval of the List of Licenses.
End of Consent Calendar
6. Public Comments 0,ie
7. Response to Public Comments and Requests:
a. Mee o an roposedOrd n gulatin Truck Parking. (Ordinance No. 213).
b. Memo onaz
L�aKe LeFJa�y� Flooding (Bredvold) . "
c. Memo on Requ for Sid walk.
8. Unfinished and New Business:
a.
Memo on Fire Marshal - PauldjCa.iser will be present.
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b. Memo and Resolut on n Nort End Sd S reef ;vemen s. (Resolution No.
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c Case No. 85-07, United Properties - HEARING to Request Conditional
Use Permit for Planned Unit Development and Preliminary P at. (Recommend
ApprovalResolution No. 8573 8:30 j Prn�
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d. Case No.
86-02, Kubes Request for Lot Division. (Recommend Approval -
Resolution No. 85-34). ,../4
e. Case No. 85-06, Redding - Request for Variance. (Recommend Approval).
f. CAO 85-03, Taurin ka � Request for Critical Area Variance. (Recommend .
Approval). /,
May 7, 1985 Agenda Page Two
8. Unfinished and New Business - Continued
g. Memo on 1.7/rIlGlnexal Contractor License. ett+64.---&4V;
h. Memo on Roger's Lake Tennis ourt Overlay. /4
i. Memo on Cost of City Newsletter
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FIRE MARSHAL
CONSULTING SERVICES AGREEMENT
This Agreement, made the 17th day of April, 1985, by and between the
City of Mendota Heights, 750 South Plaza Drive, Mendota Heights, Minnesota
55120 (hereinafter referred to as CITY), and Mr. Paul M. Kaiser, 7233 South
Sheridan Avenue, Richfield, Minnesota 55423 (hereinafter referred to as
CONSULTANT.
The CITY hereby retains the services of the CONSULTANT to carry out the
functions and duties of Fire Marshal for the CITY.
It is agreed by and between the parties as follows:
1. The CITY retains the services of the CONSULTANT to perform the
services of Fire Marshal as set forth in Attachment A.
2. The CONSULTANT will carry out those functions in a manner generally
prescribed by the City Administrator and Fire Chief of the City of
Mendota Heights.
3. Hourly compensation for services provided shall be $12.50. The
CONSULTANT is also authorized to charge the CITY 20.50 per mile for
use of a personal vehicle while conducting the business of Fire
Marshal.
The CONTRACTOR shall submit a monthly invoice for services provided.
The CITY shall provide office space, office supplies, telephone,
clerical services, and other items of general administrative support
necessary for fulfilling the duties of Fire Marshal.
The CITY shall not be responsible for payment of any additional
compensation or benefits, except for incidental expenses that may
be agreed to by the CONSULTANT and the CITY.
4. This Agreement shall be for an indefinite period of time. Either
party may terminate the agreement upon thirty (30) days prior written
notice to the other party.
Paul M. Kaiser, CONSULTANT
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Kevin D. Frazell, CITYf'ADMINISTRATOR Date
NORTHERN DAKOTA COUNTY CABLE
COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION
c/o City Offices
750 South Plaza Drive
Mendota Heights, Minnesota 55120
NORTHERN DAKOTA COUNTY CABLE COMMUNICATION COMMISSION
FULL COMMISSION MEETING
MINUTES - APRIL 17, 1985
1. The meeting was called to order by Chairman Dave Zemke at 7:35 o'clock P.M.
The following Directors were present:
Henderson - Inver Grove Heights
Hanson - West St. Paul
Walker - West St. Paul
Zemke - Mendota Heights
EXCUSED ABSENCE
Baird - Sunfish Lake
Carlson - Lilydale
Boelter - Mendota
Harrison - Sunfish Lake
Tatone - Inver Grove Heights
Witt - Mendota Heights
Kinney - South St. Paul
UNEXCUSED ABSENCE
Bruestle - Mendota
Weiss - Lilydale
Lanegran - South St. Paul
Also present was John Gibbs, legal counsel.
2. Harrison moved, seconded by Walker to approve the agenda. Voting 8 ayes, 0
nays. Motion carried.
3. Tatone moved, seconded by Henderson, to approve the minutes of the
January 16, 1985 meeting. Voting: 8 ayes, 0 nays. Motion carried.
4. Several items of communication were presented: Winter and Spring 1985
Reports to Minnesota from Rudy Boschwitz; MCCB meeting agendas for
January 11, February 8, March 8, and April 12, 1985; MCCB meeting
minutes for December 14, 1984, January 11, February 8, and March 8,
1985; copy of Order Issuing A Regular Certificate of Confirmation to
Continental Cablevision from the Minnesota Cable Communications Board.
Kinney moved, seconded by Henderson to receive the above communica-
tions. Voting: 8 ayes, 0 nays. Motion carried.
5. Chairman Zemke commented on the items that
for certification. He stated the MCCB was
Commission in the way that the franchising
took place at the hearing
very complimentary to the
process was conducted.
Tatone reported that he has been contacted by Rite Cable Company
keeping him informed of items going on around the state. He also
reported that there is an education committee in NDC4 and that they are
meeting regularly. They have formulated a position paper regarding
joint programming, use of facilities etc.
Treasurer Kinney reported that the escrow account was closed out April
17, 1985. The original award was $122,503.43, the Commission received
$1,004.60 in interest for a total of $123,508.03. The Commission had
an existing balance of $1,938.12. The grand total of the checking
account is $125,446.15.
Kinney also presented a number of billings to the Commission which
included a bill from the City of Mendota Heights for secretarial fees
in the amount of $130.04; bill from Anita Stech for technical consulta-
tion for $210.40; bill from Roger A. Blessen and Associates, Inc. for
renewal of public official liability insurance in the amount of
$783.08; a bill from Herbst & Thue for legal fees in the amount of
$28,535.12.
Motion by Henderson, seconded by Wit to pay all of the bills. Voting:
8 ayes, 0 nays. Motion carried.
6. Chairman Zemke addressed the subject of reimbursement to the cities.
John Gibbs, legal counsel, stated that the cities have provided an
itemized statement of cable costs. The figures he -has reflect actual
expeditures and the cities contribution to the Commission.
Henderson requested a breakdown of contributions for all cities.
Zemke suggested partial reimbursement to the cities at this time and,
complete reimbursement to the cities upon receipt of operating funds
from Continental. The suggested payment being 90% now and 10% at the
time Continental provides the operating funds. This would be a 3-4
month time frame.
Kinney asked what a reasonable balance would be for the checking ac-
count. Zemke stated $10,000 - $12,000. Kinney stated that if the
Commission paid total reimbursement to the cities the balance would be
approximately $4,500, if 90% were paid the balance would be approxi-
mately $13,500.
After some discussion, Walker moved, seconded by Hanson to pay 90% of
the costs incurred by the cities. Voting: 7 ayes, 1 nay - Tatone.
Motion carried.
Kinney stated a letter should accompany the check explaining to the
cities what the Commission is doing and why.
7. Gibbs reported on Continental's plans for construction, office facili-
ties, and the status of the franchise.
The next meeting of the full Commission will be Wednesday, May 17, 1985
at 7:30 P.M.
8. There were no comments from the public.
9. Tatone moved, seconded by Hanson to adjourn. Voting: 8 ayes, 0 nays.
Motion carried.
TIME OF ADJOURNMENT: 8:21 o'clock P.M.
Prepared by:
Diane F. Ward
Staff Secretary
Engineering Offices
April 18, 1985
CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
Mr. and Mrs. Eugene J. Gonsowski
544 Miriam Street
Mendota Heights, MN 55118
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Gonsowski:
Thank you for complying so promptly with the City's request to move
your recreational vehicle. There is still some concern about the blacktop
pad that remains on the City right of way. The pad is lower than the street
and provides an area for ponding water. This water can then enter the
subgrade of the street softing it and allowing for breakup. The City Coun-
cil has asked that the pad be removed and that the area be raised to prevent
ponding water. Because the pad is on City right of way, the City mainten-
ance forces would remove the pad, put in black dirt and seed or sod the area
as lawn.
Before we proceed with this work we wanted to coordinate it through you
so there were no misunderstandings on what was going on. Please call me at
452-1086 before May 1, 1985, if you have any questions, concerns or comments
on this matter. Thank you.
Very truly yours,
James E. Danielson, P.E.
Public Works Director
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PLANNING REPORT
DATE: 23 April 1985
CASE NUMBER: 85-05
APPLICANT: Michael R. Kurtz
LOCATION: Westerly of Hunter Lane at
Orchard Place
ACTION REQUESTED: Approval of Subdivision
PLANNING CONSIDERATIONS:
1. Attached is a copy of a drawing submitted by the applicant
and prepared by E. G. Rud and Sons, Inc., Land Surveyors,
indicating a proposal to develop a third lot consisting of
portions of two existing lots to the north and south for the
proposed new lot. The existing lot to the south (Lot 2,
Phillips Hill Addition) consists of 31,500 square feet. The
existing lot to the north is 45,885 square feet. Each of
these area calculations exclude the long thin strips of
property devoted to access purposes.
2. The basic lot requirement, as you know, is 15,000 square feet
of land area and 100 feet of frontage (with at the building
line).
Divided as proposed (into three lots) the southerly -most lot
will contain approximately 29,400 square feet, of which
26,100 square feet is above the top of the slope.
The center lot as proposed will have approximately 24,428
square feet, with 11,933 square feet above the slope line.
The northerly -most lot will have 22,050 square feet with
16,050 square feet above the slope.
The center lot, as indicated on the drawing, will have 85
feet of frontage at the building line, though the land area
will be approximately 24,428 square feet. Thus, the proposed
new lot will be 15 feet short at the building line, though it
will have 104 feet of frontage at the rear of the building,
if the building is 30 feet deep. It would appear that
adequate setbacks can be accomplished on both sides of any
proposed structure on the center lot, if it is designed to
suit the site.
3. The principal issue with respect to the proposal is a
combination of three strips of land providing frontage and
access to the three lots. Obviously, at this point, two lots
share this common access and frontage to Hunter Lane.
Obviously, one of the optional ways of developing the
property would be to construct a public street in the form
CASE NUMBER: 85-05
APPLICANT: Michael Kurtz
Page 2
of a cul-de-sac. Attached is a drawing we have prepared
indicating how this could be done. The problem with this is
two fold:
a. The land area required for the construction of the
cul-de-sac is anexisting attractive foreground to the
existing homes and the proposed building site as well.
There are also some good trees in this area, portions of
which would have to be removed in order for the
cul-de-sac to be built.
b. The cost of such a cul-de-sac may make the development
of the land uneconomical.
4. Obviously, the two existing lots are grossly over -sized (.in
relationship to the standards), their being 77,385 square
feet, compared to the minimum 30,000 square feet required for
two lots. Isolated as the lots are at the top of the bluff,
developing a third lot has some merit in terms of efficient
and reasonable use of the land. We should not adversely
impact existing development, but the efficient use of the
remaining land to develop in the City is a meritorious
objective.
5. The City has, in the past, approved isolated instances of
extended, private, common access drives, where it appears
reasonable in lieu of a dedicated street. The lot owners.
bear the additional cost of the construction and maintenance
of long individual sewer and water lines to the public street
connection. Also they are responsible for maintenance and
plowing of the common access drive. The City, on the other
hand, does -not have to maintain a public cul-de-sac which
could replace the common access drive system.
6. One concern might be that of safe and adequate access for
emergency vehicles, particularly fire trucks. Ordinarily,
fire access rules indicate that a single driveway should not
be longer than 150 feet (the distance you have to back the
truck out). We suggest the fire department be contacted
regarding this concern. Without using the public street
cul-de-sac, there could be a private loop system constructed
which would allow a fire truck to turn around. This,
however, would have to be carefully planned so as to preserve
the maximum number of trees in the turn around area.
7. Subject to the fire truck access question, it would appear
that the proposal is workable in this .particular
circumstance, assuming the Planning Commission and Council
regard the lot width variance as reasonable.
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PLANNING REPORT
DATE: 23 April 1985
CASE NUMBER: 85-07
APPLICANT: United Properties
LOCATION: North of Mendota Heights
Road, Southwesterly of
Transport Drive
ACTION REQUESTED:
Approval of Conditional
Use Permit for Planned
Unit Development
PLANNING CONSIDERATIONS:
1. As you know, the City has previously approved two planned
unit development projects south of the development proposal
now under consideration. The first. project has been
completed and was rented quickly, and therefore United
Properties proposed the second, now under construction. They
now propose a third project consisting of three structures to
be located between the Conserv building and the Big Wheel
building north of Mendota Heights Road.
2. The project will consist of a total of 154,000 square footage
to be developed as one story office/service buildings similar
to the two previous projects approved. Because of their
success of attracting extensive office .use in the two
previous projects, this development is planned to accommodate
five parking spaces per 1,000 square feet gross of the entire
structure which would allow for the possible, ultimate 100
percent use of the buildings for office purposes. This
concept results in higher value and higher quality, and
ultimately provides a stronger tax base for the City (and for
the communities sharing. in the fiscal disparities dispersion
of tax benefits):
3. As in the two previous projects, the service areas provided
to the structures orient to the interior of the site, an
attractive design feature. which was utilized in the two
previous planned unit developments as well.
4. The staff has "met with *the'- _applicants and carefully reviewed
the site plansbuilding';plans, and landscape plans. The
plans --appear well' done',;.and+ in the opinion of ;the staff, are
appropriate and in conformance with development
requirements.
5. At the southwest corner of the site, a portion of the
property is owned and occupied- by the City of Mendota
Heights. This parcel -'measures 80 feet by 50 feet and is
CASE NUMBER: 85-07
APPLICANT: United Properties
Page 2
occupied by a very important sanitary sewage lift station,
which we are told cost $130,000 twenty years ago. The
building is above a shaft which provides access to the sewage
system. This shaft is some 20 to 30 feet deep, and thus the
movement of this building would be very costly. The
structure contains an emergency generator to provide power
for the lift station in the event of power loss. We had
discussed with the developers the possibility of
incorporating this facility in the building, though it now
appears this will be uneconomic to accomplish.
6. We suggest, however, that the applicants consider working
with the City to move the driveway access to the building
from the frontage street (Mendota Heights Road) to the
driveway. Thus, a berm and landscaping could be developed
between the building and the street, minimizing the visual
impact of the structure upon the total development. An
easement could be provided over the driveway so as to allow
City vehicles access to the front of the building where there
would have to be an asphalt pad oriented towards the openings
on the south side of the structure. The Planning Commission
and Council may wish to discuss this with the applicant, and
include such provisions as a part of the development approval
process. Subsequent detailing of such changes could be left
for staff approval if the Planning Commission and Council so
desire.
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PLANNING REPORT
DATE: 23 April 1985
CASE NUMBER: 85-06
APPLICANT: William R. Redding
LOCATION: Southwest Corner of Pueblo
Drive and Keokuk Street
ACTION REQUESTED: Approval of Front Yard
Variance
PLANNING CONSIDERATIONS:
1. The Reddings propose to put a 12 foot by 12 foot addition on
the front of their house which will accommodate a new eating
area and entrance. Attached is a copy of a plan and a
statement from the Reddings delineating their proposal.
2. The staff has discussed the plans for the addition with the
Reddings and established the fact that if the addition is to
accommodate these two functions, the appropriate location is
as proposed. Because the existing structure is "L" -shaped,
the variance to the required 30 foot setback is a mere 2
foot, 8 inches. Construction of the rear of the home will
not require a variance where there is adequate room at the
rear lot line.
3. You will notice, however, that the drawing indicates nine
(9) foot ofsetback from the garage to the side property
line. Here a variance should be also considered for the one
(1) foot difference to the 10 feet required. Thus, the
existing structure is not conforming to the extent of the one
(1) foot shortage in the side yard setback.
4. The applicant's letter indicates that two contiguous
neighbors are aware of the development proposal. The letter,
however, does not make it clear that they approve of the
variance. Perhaps this should be discussed at the meeting to
clarify this point.
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PLANNING REPORT
DATE: 23 April 1985
CASE NUMBER: 85-05
APPLICANT: Michael R. Kurtz
LOCATION: Westerly of Hunter Lane at
Orchard Place
ACTION REQUESTED: Approval of Subdivision
PLANNING CONSIDERATIONS:
1. Attached is a copy of a drawing submitted by the applicant
and prepared by E. G. Rud and Sons, Inc., Land Surveyors,
indicating' a proposal to develop a third lot consisting of
portions of two existing lots to the north and south for the
proposed new lot. The existing lot to the south (Lot 2,
Phillips Hill Addition) consists of 31,500 square feet. The
existing lot to the north is 45,885 square feet. Each of
these area calculations exclude the long thin strips of
property devoted to access purposes.
2. The basic lot requirement, as you know, is 15,000 square feet
of land area and 100 feet of frontage (with at the building
line).
Divided as proposed (into three lots) the southerly -most lot
will contain approximately 29,400 square feet, of which
26,100 square feet is above the top of the slope.
The center lot as proposed will have approximately 24,428
square feet, with 11,933 square feet above the slope line.
The northerly -most lot will have 22,050 square feet with
16,050 square feet above the slope.
The center lot, as indicated on the drawing, will have 85
feet of frontage at the building line, though the land area
will be approximately 24,428 square feet. Thus, the proposed
new lot will be 15 feet short at the building line, though it
will have 104 feet of frontage at the rear of the building,
if the building is 30 feet deep. It would appear that
adequate setbacks can be accomplished on both sides of any
proposed structure on the center lot, if it is designed to
suit the site.
The principal issue with respect to the proposal is a
combination of three strips of land providing frontage and
•access to the three lots. Obviously, at this point, two lots
share this common access and frontage to Hunter Lane.
Obviously, one of the optional ways of developing the
property would be to construct a public street in the form
CASE NUMBER: 85-05
APPLICANT: Michael Kurtz
Page 2
of a cul-de-sac. Attached is a drawing we have prepared
indicating how this could be done. The problem with this is
two fold:
a. The land area required for the construction of the`
cul-de-sac is an existing attractive foreground to the
existing homes and the proposed building site as well.
There are also some good trees in this area, portions of
which would have to be removed in order for the
cul-de-sac to be built.
b. The cost of such a cul-de-sac may make the development
of the land uneconomical.
4. Obviously, the two existing lots are grossly over-sized_'(in
relationship to the standards), their being 77,385 square
feet, compared to the minimum 30,000 square feet required for
two lots. Isolated as the lots are at the top of the bluff,
developing a third lot has some merit in terms of efficient
and reasonable use of the land. We should not adversely
impact existing development, but the efficient use of the
remaining land to develop in the. City is a meritorious
objective.
5. The City has, in the past, approved isolated instances of
extended, private, common access drives, where it appears
reasonable in lieu of a dedicated street. The lot owners
bear the additional cost of the construction and maintenance
of long individual sewer and water lines to the public street
connection. Also they are responsible for maintenance• and
plowing of the common access drive. The City, on the other
hand, does not have to maintain a public cul-de-sac which
could replace the common access drive system.
6. One concern might be that of safe and adequate access for
emergency vehicles, particularly fire trucks. Ordinarily,
fire access rules indicate that a single driveway should not
be longer than 150 feet (the distance you have to back the
truck out). We suggest the fire department be contacted
regarding this concern. Without using the public street
cul-de-sac, there could be a ,private loop system constructed
which would allow a fire truck to turn around. This,
however, would have to be carefully planned so as to preserve
the maximum number of trees in the turn around area.
7. Subject to the fire truck access question, it would appear
that the proposal is workable in this particular
circumstance, assuming the Planning Commission and Council
regard the lot width variance as reasonable.
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CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
PLANNING COMMISSION
MINUTES
APRIL 23, 1985
The regular meeting of the Mendota Heights Planning Commission was called to
order by Vice -Chairperson Morson at 7:02 o'clock P.M. The following members were
present: Morson, Frank, McMonigal, and Burke. Stefani had advised the
Commission that he would be late and Kruse and Henning had advised the Commission
that they would be unable to attend. Also present were Planning Consultant
Howard Dahlgren and Public Works Director Jim Danielson.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Ayes: 4
Nays: 0
HEARING, CASE 85-07,
UNITED PROPERTIES, CUP
FOR PUD
Minutes of the March 26 meeting had been submitted
previously, with a correction noted on Page 3.
Commissioner Frank moved to approve the minutes as
modified.
Commissioner McMonigal seconded the motion.
Vice -Chairperson Morson called the meeting to order for
the purpose of a public hearing on an application from
United Properties to consider a Conditional Use Permit
for a Planned Unit Development. Mr. Dale Glowa was
present to explain the proposal. He noted that the
property is located north of Mendota Heights Road,
southwesterly of Transport Drive, and that it will be
called Southridge Business Center. The site contains
13.8 acres of land and the buildings will be constructed
in three phases, totalling 155,000 square feet of space.
Mr. Glowa noted that Phase 1, directly north of Mendota
Heights Road, will contain 53,700 square feet. The
building exterior will be a little bit darker brick than
that used across the street in the United Properties
Business Park. He also noted that there are several
plans regarding the City's lift station, which is
located in front of Phase 1. He thought that it would
be heavily landscaped to try to minimize its impact on
the site.
Planner Dahlgren noted that the site plan was done
extremely well. Mr. Glowa added that the buildings will
be 60% office space and 40% warehouse, and also that
very little site work would be required. He also felt
that construction would be over a one year period for
each phase.
Vice -Chairperson Morson asked for questions or comments
from the audience. There were none.
Commissioner Burke moved to close the public hearing at
7:14 P.M.
Commissioner Frank seconded the motion.
Page Two, April 23, 1985 Planning Commission Minutes
Ayes: 4
Nays: 0
Ayes: 4
Nays: 0
HEARING, CASE 85-05,
KURTZ, SUBDIVISION
Commissioner Burke recommended approval of the
Conditional Use Permit for a Planned Unit Development
and approval of the preliminary plat, as requested.
Commissioner Frank seconded the motion.
Vice -Chairperson Morson opened the meeting for the
purpose of a public hearing on an application from Mr.
Michael Kurtz, for the subdivision at the corner of
Hunter Lane and Orchard Place. Mr. Lawrence Culligan
spoke for Mr. Kurtz, noting that Mr. Kurtz owned two
very large lots which he would like to make three lot
out of. Mr. Culligan advised the Commission and
audience that Mr. Kurtz proposes to substantially
increase the size of the houses now located on the two
lots. Mr. Culligan noted that the proposed north lot
will contain 27,000 square feet, the middle lot will
have 26,000 square feet and the lot with Mr. Kurtz's
home on presently will contain 29,000 square feet. He
felt that the proposal would not warrant a cul-de-sac,
and felt that the proposed sites would be best served by
a common driveway, diverting to the three separate lots.
Mr. Culligan noted that Mr. Kurtz is requesting a 15
foot variance to allow a proposed home to be 85 feet
from the building line, rather than the 100 feet that
are required.
Commissioner Stefani arrived at 7:26 P.M.
Planner Dahlgren suggested a common driveway with
separate sewer and water lines for each lot, noting that
the City would not maintain the driveway.
Vice -Chairperson Morson asked for questions or comments
from the audience.
Mr. John Phillips, 1835 Hunter Lane, advised the
Commission that he is still the owner of Lots 1 and 2,
Phillips Hill Addition, and that Mr. Kurtz is purchasing
them on a contract for deed. He advised the members
that he is strongly opposed to the subdivision until the
lots are paid for. (He later stated that he would still
be opposed even if he were given a cashier's check for
the property tonight). He stated that when he was on
the Planning Commission about 30 years ago, it was his
understanding that these areas would be protected, and
that was one of the reasons why he platted his lots the
way they are. He said if anyone could get a variance
for the lots, what is the purpose in having regulations.
Page Three, April 23, 1985 Planning Commission Minutes
Ayes: 5
Nays: 0
Ayes: 5
Nays: 0
CASE 85-06" REDDING,
VARIANCE
Ms. Vicki Katz, 1855 Hunter Lane, wondered if the new
home to be constructed would be for sale or for rent or
for family members. She also had a question on the
legal description contained in the hearing notice.
Dr. Stephen Hunter questioned why anyone would choose to
build their home on the middle lot, when it affords such
a choice view, and then be limited to the size of the
home that could be constructed since the lot is only 85
feet wide at the building site.
Mr. Richard Frye, I844 Hunter Lane felt that by granting
this subdivision, this could set a precedent and this
would detract from the value of the land.
Mr. Mike Kurtz, applicant for the subdivision spoke and
stated that he is moving in to have some privacy. He
noted that he is proposing to place protective covenants
on the land and that none of the buildings will be seen
from Hunter Lane.
Dr. Samuel Hunter, 1175 Orchard Place, felt that he
would be impacted by the proposed subdivision, since
there would be more traffic in the area, and he asked if
any of the Commission members had looked at the site.
There being no further questions or comments from the
audience, Commissioner Frank moved to close the public
hearing at 8c05 P.M.
Commissioner McMonigal seconded the motion.
Commissioner Frank moved to recommend denial
proposed subdivision.
Commissioner Stefani seconded the motion.
Mr. Kurtz asked the Commission if their recommendation
would have been favorable had he moved the lot lines
over to add 15 feet to the center lot. Vice -Chairperson
Morson responded that the Commission could not answer
that since that was not the proposal they looked at. He
advised Mr. Kurtz that his idea could be presented at
the City Council meeting on May 7tb,
Mr. William Redding, 2331 Pueblo Drive, was present to
request a variance to the front yard setback. Planner
Dahlgren interrupted to advise the Commission that his
:report Was prepared with the wrong location in mind, and
the incorrect plans regarding an addition to the back of
the home as well as to the front. Be apologized to Mr.
Redding and -the Commission for the error.
Page Four, April
Ayes: 5
Nays: 0
23, 1985 Planning Commission Minutes
CAO CASE 85-03,
TAURINSKAS, VARIANCE
Ayes: 5
Nays: 0
VERBAL REVIEW
ADJOURN
Ayes: 5
Nays: 0
Mr. Redding explained that he would like to put an
addition to the front of his home to allow more eating
space in the kitchen. He had received written approval
from his neighbors to his proposal.
Commissioner Burke moved torecommend approval of a 2'8"
front yard variance to allow construction of an addition
to 2331 Pueblo Drive.
Commissioner Frank seconded the motion.
Mr. James Taurinskas was present tn request a 15 foot
variance to the 40 foot setback to the bluff for his lot
on Knollwood Lane, which is Lot 13, Block 1, Ivy Falls '
West 2nd Addition.
Planner Dahlgren gave an oral report noting that this
particular lot is suitable for a walkout home and is
difficult to develop. Be noted that the deck, which
will be located on the lower level, is 25 feet from the
bluffline, and that the highest portion of the home is
more than 40 feet from the bluffliue. Be noted that the
front corner of the home is 30 feet from the cul-de-sac.
Mr. Taurinskas had received written approval from his
neighbors.
Public Works Director Danielson noted that the plans
were extremely well done and the home should be a good
addition to Mendota Heights.
Commissioner Stefani moved to recommend approval o 5
foot variance to the 40 foot setback of the bluffline
and towaive the public hearing requirement.
Commissioner McMooigal seconded the motion.
Public Works Director Danielson gave a verbal review of
the Linvill variance that had been acted upon by the
City Council.
There being no further business to come before the
Commission, Commissioner Frank moved that the meeting be
adjourned.
Commissioner Stefani seconded the motion.
TIME OF ADJOURNMENT: 8:37 o'clock P.M.
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WINTHROP, WEINSTINE & SEXTON
MEMORANDUM
MENDOTA HEIGHTS CITY COUNCIL
DAVID E. MORAN
APRIL 18, 1985
LOWER MISSISSIPPI RIVER WATERSHED MANAGEMENT
ORGANIZATION
APR 2 4 1985
The purpose of this memorandum is to briefly discuss the
legislation which requires the establishment of watershed manage-
ment organizations, and to discuss the terms of the proposed Joint
Powers Agreement which has been negotiated by the City Administra-
tors, Engineers and Attorneys for the eight cities within our
designated watershed.
THE STATUTES.
In 1982, the Minnesota legislature adopted the Metropolitan
Surface Water Management Act, Minn. Stat. §§ 473.875-883. The
purpose of the legislation was to require multi -community planning
for surface water problems in the 7 -county area. The vehicle chosen
by the legislature to accomplish such multi -community planning is
a watershed management organization ("WMO") created through a joint
powers agreement.
After it is created, the WMO proceeds to adopt a plan for
dealing with the surface water problems within its boundaries.
Briefly, the plan is required to describe the existing surface water
situation, state objectives and policies for dealing with problems,
and set forth a specific implementation program for dealing with the
problems. After the plan's creation and approval, it must be
submitted to the county, the cities within the watershed, the
Metropolitan Council, the Department of Natural Resources and the
Pollution Control Agency. All of these entities have the right to
review and comment upon the plan.
After the plan is approved and adopted, the cities within the
district are required to prepare local water management plans
including capital improvement programs, zoning and comprehensive
plan amendments necessary to bring local water management into
conformance with the WMO plan. After adoption of this local plan
by the City Council, the City must submit the plan to the WMO for
review for consistency with the overall plan.
After all of these planning activities have been completed,
projects will be adopted and implemented in accordance with the
plans.
The statute further provides that cities may establish "water-
shed management tax districts" in the portion of the city lying
within the watershed, for the purpose of paying the city's share of
the costs of planning, capital improvements and maintenance. The
statute sets forth the procedure for creating such a district and
imposing the taxes. The statute also provides that any such tax
levy imposed by a city in order to pay the costs of implementing the
WMO, or the costs of capital improvements thereunder, is exempt from
the levy limit. However, the proceeds of any tax levied to fund such
items must be deposited in a separate fund and expended only for
watershed management purposes. Finally, this statute provides that
a city may issue bonds in the amount deemed necessary to pay for a
capital improvement, and pay the bonds out of the proceeds of the
tax.
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JOINT POWERS AGREEMENT.
Although this memorandum will only discuss the "high points"
of the proposed agreement, I would strongly urge you all to read the
entire agreement carefully and contact either myself or Jim
Danielson with any questions or comments you may have regarding its
terms. As I mentioned at the April 16 City Council meeting, this
agreement will be in place until at least January 1, 2000, and the
City will be delegating a tremendous amount of its authority with
respect to surface water management concerns to the WMO. Again, our
main area of concern lies with the allocation of the costs of
capital improvement projects which run through two or more cities
and the maintenance of such projects. Such costs will probably run
into the millions during the term of the agreement. The agreement
contains a formula setting forth the method pursuant to which these
costs should be allocated. In addition, examples have been attached
to the agreement as illustrations of how the formula should work in
practice. In the event the City is unhappy with a proposed
allocation, our sole remedy will be to ask for arbitration with
respect to the allocation. In essence, the decision of the
arbitrators will be final and binding upon the City, since our right
to appeal a decision of the arbitrators to District Court is limited
by statute. Therefore, we will be committed to living with the
terms of the agreement for many years, and I would strongly urge you
to review the agreement in detail, and contact either Jim or myself
with any questions or comments you may have.
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1. Organization.
The WMO will be governed by a "Board of Managers." The Board
of Managers will consist of eight members, and each city party to
the agreement will have the right to appoint one representative to
the Board. We would also be required to appoint an alternate in the
event the main representative is unable to attend. Most matters
presented to the Board would be subject to a weighted voting system.
The weighted votes are set forth in Section 4 of the Joint Powers
Agreement. As you can see, the City of Mendota Heights has two7out
of fourteen votes. Unless otherwise stated, a majority of all
eligible votes is required to approve all matters before the Board.
There are several situations in which extraordinary votes are
required. First of all, at several points in the agreement, the
weighted voting is not utilized, and each city shall have only one
vote. Specifically, 5/8ths voting is required for purposes of
adopting the plan (and approving local plans), acquiring, operat-
ing, constructing and maintaining the drainage system improvements
set forth in the capital improvement program which is part of the
plan, and in ordering a specific improvement and allocating the
costs of constructing that improvement. The other extraordinary
vote situtation would arise in the event of the dissolution of the
WMO. An 11/14ths vote is required to dissolve.
2. Powers and Duties.
Paragraph 7 sets forth the powers and duties of the WMO. I leave
the review of this section to you, since I feel most of the powers
and duties are self-explanatory.
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3. Capital Improvement Procedure.
Section 8 sets forth the procedure pursuant to which the WMO
will implement capital improvement projects. This procedure
roughly approximates the procedure set forth -in Chapter 429 for
ordinary projects funded by special assessments.
The engineer prepares a feasibility report, indicating the
estimated cost of the improvements and proposed allocation between
the members. After notice, the Board will hold a public hearing
concerning the improvement. By 5/8ths vote, the Boardmay adopt a
resolution ordering the improvement, designating the engineers to
prepare plans and specifications, and designating whether the WMO,
or one of the member cities, will contract for the improvement.
Thereafter, each city has from 90 to 270 days to conduct hearings
complying with appropriate state law to ascertain how the city will
finance its proportionate share of the cost of the improvement. In
this regard, the City may either utilize a special taxing district
hereinabove described, the special assessment procedure set forth
under Chapter 429, or other appropriate financing method.
If a city is unhappy with the allocation of the cost of an
improvement project it can appeal the Board's determination. The
appeal will be addressed to the Board, and the Board will refer the
appeal to an arbitration panel. Arbitration must be completed
within the same 270 -day period the member cities have to determine
how they will finance their portion of the cost.
Section 8 sets forth certain other rules concerning capital
improvements, including the procedure for letting construction
contracts, supervision of construction, easement and right-of-way
acquisition matters, and design criteria for storm sewers, drainage
ditches and detention ponds.
4. Finances.
The agreement contains rules regarding the three main areas of
financing: administrative expenses, capital improvements, and
maintenance expenses.
a. Administrative Expense.
The WMO will adopt an administrative budget on an annual basis.
Each city will be required to bear a portion of the total annual
administrative budget determined by comparing the city's total area
to the area of the entire watershed management district, and by
comparing the city's total assessed valuation to the total assessed
valuation of the entire district. The average of those two
percentages is the amount of the total administrative budget which
the city must bear. The WMO's annual administrative budget:vis
"capped" by language in the agreement which provides that the budget
cannot be increased beyond the point at which any member's share of
the budget equals one-half mill of the city's assessed valuation.
Information presented to us at the meeting indicates that Sunfish
Lake will reach the one-half mill level at a point which would
require Mendota Heights to pay no more than $21,000 per year in
annual administrative expenses.
b. Capital Improvements.
The agreement provides that each city must bear the cost of
constructing the portion of any project (to the extent the project
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is located within its borders) which is necessary to accommodate its
"allowable flow" and the allowable flow of all other upstream
members. A city is also required to bear the proportion of costs
of the drainage system which is necessary to -accommodate its
"excessive flows" downstream from the city. Basically, this
allocation language is an extension of the "reasonable use" doc-
trine, a legal theory recognized in Minnesota, which states that
entities or landowners are required to receive and bear the expense
of runoff from upstream areas which existed in the natural scheme
of things, and that any improvements by the upstream landowners or
entities which increase the amount of runoff must be paid for by the
upstream member. "Allowable flow" and "excessive flow" are defined
in paragraph 3, and the examples attached to the agreement explain
how those concepts work in practice.
c. Maintenance.
The WMO has the option of funding maintenance work through the
general administrative budget or funding it as a capital improve-
ment in accordance with the scheme hereinabove set forth for
allocating the cost of capital improvements.
Again, although this memorandum has discussed the high points
of the agreement, I would urge you all to read the agreement as
carefully as possible.
As Mr. Danielson mentioned at the April 16 City Council meet-
ing, we should move fairly quickly with respect to this agreement.
If we are unable to reach agreement with the other seven cities in
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our district by July 1, 1985, the County has the right to take
control of the entire situation, and impose its will upon us with
respect to capital improvements and all of the other items covered
by the agreement. Mr. Danielson and myself will attend the next
City Council meeting in order to answer any questions or comments
you may have.
DEM:rmb
cc: Sherman Winthrop, Esq.
Thomas M. Hart, Esq.
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CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
NOTICE OF HEARING ON APPLICATION FOR CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
FOR PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT
April 24, 1985
TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN:
NOTICE is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Mendota
Heights will meet at 8:30 o'clock P.M., on Tuesday, May 7, 1985, in the City
Hall Council.Chambers, 750 South Plaza Drive, to consider an application from
United Properties for a conditional use permit for a planned unit development
to construct three office/service buildings on the following site:
Lots 1, 2, 4 and 5, and that part of Lot 7, lying east of the
west 116.9 feet; all in Block 2, Mendota Heights Industrial Park;
and that part of the South 518.6 feet of the north 884 feet of the
west 420 feet of the N1 of the S1 of Section 34, Township 28, Range
23, lying easterly of the northerly extension of the east line of the
west 116.9 feet of said Lot 7.
More particularly, this land is located on the north side of Mendota Heights
Road, between Pilot Knob Road and Transport Drive.
This notice is pursuant to City of Mendota Heights Ordinance No. 401.
Such persons as desire to be heard with reference to the proposed Conditional
Use Permit for a Planned Unit Development will be heard at this meeting.
Kathleen M. Swanson
City Clerk
MEMO
TO: Mayor, City Council and City Admi istrator
FROM: Paul R. Berg
Code Enforcement Officer
SUBJECT: Building Activity Report for April, 1985
CURRENT MONTH
NO. VALUATION
BLDG PERMITS
SFD 7 841,452.11
APT 0 0
c/I 5 3,671,200.00
MISC. 8 83,085.38
SUB TOTAL 20 4,595,737.49
TRADE PERMITS
Plbg 5
Wtr 5
Swr 2
Htg, AC,
Gas Pipe
1
FEE COLLECTED
5,554.72
0
15,980.96
1,037.04
22,572.72
126.00
27.50
35.00
53.50
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DATE: April 24, 1985
YEAR TO DATE - 1985
N0. VALUATION
14 1,572,015.49
0 0
9 4,346,700.00
15 130,960.38
FEE COLLECTED
10,681.28
0
19 ,450.04
1,737.96
38 6,049,675.57
17
13
8
7
31,869.28
404.00
12,562.50
140.00
261.00
SUB TOTAL 13
LICENSING
Contractor's
Licenses 23
TOTAL
242.00
575.00
45
147
13,367.50
3,675.00
YEAR TO DATE - 1984
NO. VALUATION FEE COLLECTS?
10 978,727.78 6,947.33
2 4,500,000.00 19,166.40
25 1,475,623.00 9,195.09'
15 1,993,142.00 9,771.65
52 8,947,492.78 45,080.47
33 2,273.00
25 125.00
20 350.00
41 3,585.00
119 6,333.00
180
4, 500'.00
56 $4,595.737.49 $23,389.72
230 $6,049,675.47 $48,911.78
180 $8,947,402.78 $55,913.47
NOTE: All fee amounts exclude Sac, Wac and State Surcharge. Amounts shown will reflect only permit, plan check fee an.
valuation amounts.
April 25, 1985
To the city of Mendota Heights:
We, Mr. & Mrs. William Wegner, owner's of the property adjacent to
583 Valley Lane, Mendota Heights, do not object to the building of a single
car garage on the present location of the existing slab.
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Dat e: 14°G2 trff‘
Signed:
577 Valle Lane
Mendota Heights, MN
CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Kevin D. Fraz-
City Admini ator
MEMO
April 25, 1985
SUBJECT: Hearing on Mn/FSL General Contractor License
INTRODUCTION
Council originally scheduled a hearing for the April 2nd meeting to
take.testimony from residents concerned about the performance of Minnesota
FSL Corporation in their construction of Delaware Crossing. That hearing
was tabled to the meeting of May 7th to give Mn/FSL and the homeowners an
opportunity to meet and discuss the concerns.
That meeting was held on April 17th, but unfortunately the problems
were not resolved, so the homeowners still wish to appear before Council.
DISCUSSION
To prepare for the hearing, Council may want to review my memos dated
March 22 and January 23, copies of which were included with the agenda
material for April 2nd. To reiterate briefly, the test for revocation of a
general contractor's license under City Ordinance No. 601, Section 9 is:
The Council may suspend or revoke the license of any person licensed
under this Ordinance, whose work is found to be improper or defective
or so unsafe as to jeopardize life or property.
City Attorney Hart has added that a finding of gross misrepresentation or
fraud on the part of a contractor would also be legally acceptable grounds for
a suspension or revocation.
PURPOSE AND PROCESS OF THE HEARING
The purpose of the May 7th hearing is for Council to receive testimony,
so as to determine whether there is adequate cause for license suspension or
revocation. The aggrieved homeowners should be allowed to present their case,
and Mn/FSL to give its response. When Council feels that everyone has had
adequate opportunity to present their position, the hearing can be closed.
ALTERNATIVES FOR ACTION
Upon completion of the hearing, Council would have, at least, the following
alternatives:
1. Make a finding that Mn/FSL Corporation has mt. violated Ordinance No.
601, in which case, no further action would be required.
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2. Make a finding of Ordinance violation of such severity that a suspension
of 30 days to one year should be placed on the licensee.
3. Make a finding of Ordinance violation of such severity that the license
should be revoked.
4. Refer the matter to staff for more complete investigation of the
complaints raised, tabling any further action pending the outcome
of that investigation. Staff follow-up would include an
analysis of the legal issues involved.
KDF:madlr
CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
MEMO
April 26, 1985
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Kevin D. Fraze
City Administrator
SUBJECT: Nuisance and Zoning Code Enforcement
INTRODUCTION
At the March 19 and April 2 meetings, we had some brief discussion about
enforcement of nuisance and zoning code ordinances (i.e., weeds, refuse,
illegally parked recreational vehicles, etc.). In my memo of response, I
suggested that if the Council wished us to more aggressively enforce these
types of ordinances, it would require additional staffing. Council asked
staff to look into the cost of a "stepped up" seasonal enforcement program
for the summer.
DISCUSSION
My suggestion was that, if Council wants more aggressive ordinance
enforcement, we hire a person for the summer months, when we get the
most complaints. Our most likely source for such a person would be a college
student, such as we hire in public works.
The cost to hire a student would likely be $4.50 - $5.00 per hour. There
are no other fringe costs with seasonal employees, so the total personnel cost
for 12 weeks at full-time would be $2,100 to $2,500. To this would be added
transportation costs of approximately $400. The total direct costs would be
$2,500 - $3,000.
The above figures assume full-time work for a 12 week period. We could,
of course, cut back either the number of hours per week, or the length of
the season, although that could make it more difficult to hire the best person.
ALTERNATIVES
The alternative is to continue our current "response to complaint only"
basis of ordinance enforcement.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff has no recommendation. The question is really one of preferred service
level; in other words, how much money is the Council willing to spend on code
enforcement.
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BUDGET IMPACT
No funds were budgeted for a stepped up enforcement program, so costs
would have to come from the General Fund balance.
ACTION REQUIRED
If Council desires to continue pursuing the possibility of seasonal
enforcement, it should authorize us to advertise the position. The remaining
details could be worked out when we have selected an applicant for appointment.
KDF:madlr
TO: Planning Commission
FROM:
CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
MEMO
April 26, 1985
Jim Danielson Paul Berg
Public Works Director
and Code Enforcement Officer
SUBJECT: Case ##85-06, Redding, Variance at 2331 Pueblo Dirve
DISCUSSION
Bill Redding, 2331 Pueblo Drive, proposes to construct a 12' x 12' addition
to the front of his home. The proposed addition will encroach 2'8" into the
front yard setback.
RECOMMENDATION:
Lots in the
present-day lots
been a number of
Staff recommends
yard setback.
ACTION REQUIRED:
Friendly Hills addition were platted at a size less than the
at a minimum of 15,000 square feet. Consequently, there have
variances granted to allow similar additions in Friendly Hills.
the granting of a 2'8" variance to the required 30 foot front
Review with the applicant the details of his plan and make a recommendation
to the City Council.
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CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
MEMO
April 26, 1985
TO: Mayor, City Council and City A inistrator
FROM: James E. Danielson
Public Works Director
SUBJECT: Kubes Lot Division
Case No. 85-02
DISCUSSION:
The Planning Commission conducted a public hearing at their January
meeting to discuss an application by Mr. Raymond Kubes to subdivide a lot at
645 Callahan Place.
The Planning Commission approved the lot division provided that a survey
was received prior to City Council review.
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff has received the survey of the lot (attached) and recommend
approval.
ACTION REQUIRED:
If Council concurs with staff and Planning Commission recommendation,
they should pass a motion adopting Resolution No. 85- , Resolution
Approving the Lot Division of Lot 30, Willow Springs Addition, Section 25,
Township 28 North, Range 23 West.
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Dakota County, Minnesota
RESOLUTION NO. 85 -
RESOLUTION APPROVING THE LOT DIVISION OF LOT 30,
WILLOW SPRINGS ADDITION, SECTION 25, TOWNSHIP 28 NORTH,
RANGE 23 WEST
WHEREAS, Mr. Raymond Kubes owner of Lot 30, Willow Springs Addition,
Section 25, Township 28 North, Range 23 West, Dakota County, Minnesota, has
requested from the City to divide that lot into two (2) lots; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has reviewed said lot split and finds the
same to be in order.
NOW THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of
Mendota Heights, Minnesota that the lot division submitted at this meeting
be and the same is hereby approved.
Adopted by the City Council of the City of Mendota Heights this 7th day of
May, 1985.
CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
By
Robert G. Lockwood, Mayor
ATTEST:
Kathleen M. Swanson, City Clerk
CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
MEMO
April 29, 1985
TO: Mayor, City Council and City Ad r I5, for
FROM: James E. Danielson
Public Works Director
SUBJECT: Roger's Lake Tennis Court Overlay
DISCUSSION:
The Park and Recreation Commission at their April meeting discussed the
condition of tennis court surfaces. They remembered that the courts at
Friendly Hills and Marie Park were resurfaced three years ago and that the
intention was to budget for the remaining four courts at the rate of two a
year. Due to an oversite the remaining resurfacing were never budgeted for.
Terry Blum (Park Forman) reported that of the four remaining courts,
the one at Roger's Lake was in the worst and should be redone as soon as
possible. The Commission would like Rogers Lake courts resurfaced this year
and request that up to $3,440 be authorized from the general fund. Staff
obtained one quote for information purposes and will get others if autho-
rized to proceed. (Attached)
If Council authorizes this court to be resurfaced in 1985 the Commis-
sion will budget for one more in 1986 and the remaining two 1987.
RECOMMENDATION:
The Park and Recreation Commission recommends that Roger's Lake tennis
courts be resurfaced in 1985. Financing to be from the general fund.
ACTION REQUIRED:
If Council concurs with the recommendation they should pass a motion
authorizing an unappropriated expenditure from the Park and Recreation
Budget of up to $3440.
A C -TI 0 N COURTS, INC.
Mailing Address
P.O. Box D
Rosemount, MN 55068
April 23, 1985
Dick Ploumen
Mendota Hgts Parks & Rec.
750 South Plaza Drive
Mendota Heights, MN 55120
Dear Dick:
(612) 423-5555
Business Location
4860 Biscayne Ave.
Eagan, MN
We are quoting a price of $3,440.00 for resurfacing the tennis
courts at Rogers Lake. This would include the following:
-clean the court surface
-flood the surface to locate areas holding water
-patch depressions
-repair cracks
-apply 2 coats tennis court filler
-apply 2 coats acrylic tennis court color
-line stripe to USTA specifications
All work would be done to U.S. Tennis Court and Track Builders
Association specifications.
Thank you for the opportunity to submit this quotation.
Sincerely,
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Don Smith, President
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Acceptance
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CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
MEMO
TO: Mayor and City Council
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FROM: Kevin D. Fra /�
City Admini trator
SUBJECT: Cost of City Newsletter
INTRODUCTION
April 29, 1985
While the City newsletter, Heights Hilites, continues to receive favorable
comments, a recent cost accounting of the last issue revealed that it is not
inexpensive to produce and distribute. The purpose of this memo is to seek
Council directive for future publications.
DISCUSSION
One of our emphasis' over the past year has been to do a tighter cost
accounting of City programs, so we better know just what they are costing.
A recent audit of the Winter, 1985 issue of the newsletter revealed a cost of
$3,652.85 for production and distribution. By far, the major cost factor is
Guy's time for coordination, lay -out, photography, trips to the printer and
post office, etc. We experimented with a new distribution method this issue
which required some additional effort, that hopefully can be saved in the
future.
The 1985 budget as adopted includes only $5,800 for the newsletter:
Administration $2,500; Utility Fund $1,300; Burliness Development Fund $1,500;
and Tax Increment District $500.
ALTERNATIVES
Obviously, the appropriated funds will not allow for the publication of
three additional issues in 1985. Alternatives to bring costs more into line
with funds would include at least the following:
1. Taking all possible steps to reduce "overhead" and excess costs.
2. Reducing the size of each issue from 6 to 4 pages.
3. Reducing the number of 1985 issues.
4. Appropriating additional funds.
5. Publishing paid advertisement's as a source of revenue.
We briefly investigated #5, paid advertising, and decided against it.
The thought was for something appropriate and tasteful, such as "business card"
notices from local merchants (similar to those in the LMC magazine). However,
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our research revealed that market rates for such are modest, and the cost of
administration could quickly exceed the revenues received.
RECOMMENDATION
I recommend a combination of alternatives 1, 3, and 4.
411 - Reducing overhead - This one almost goes without saying. However, the
cost savings will not be significant.
413 - Reduce number of issues - We would publish only two more times (as
opposed to three) in 1985. This should save approximately $3,500.
Due to our temporarily reduced engineering staff size, and the early
summer projects coming up, it will not be possible to get the next
issue out until approximately July 1st anyway. We could then do a
Fall issue. A more drastic option would be to do only one more issue
this year, likely late summer. ..
414 - Additional funds - Much of the funding comes from enterprise restricted
funds. These could easily be tapped a little more and additional funds
(i.e., Engineering) asked to kick in.
ACTION REQUIRED
To select whatever alternatives Council prefers.
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CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
MEMO
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Kevin D. Fra � /�
City Admin' tra�o�
April 29, 1985
SUBJECT: Resolution on Policy of Urban Design Streets
INTRODUCTION
During our recent discussions about projects of significant street
reconstruction, Council expressed some interest in adopting a policy of a
preference for urban design standards. Attached for your consideration is
a proposed resolution adopting such a policy.
DISCUSSION
As we halediscussed this issue at some length, I think most of you are
aware of the pros and cons of rural versus urban design streets. Therefore,
I will not reiterate those in this memo.
Attached is a proposed resolution setting forth the desirable aspects
of urban design streets, and expressing a preference for urban design streets.
Specifically, the resolution states that all new subdivisions will have urban
design streets (which is already our current practice), and that when undergoing
substantial reconstruction, existing streets will be upgraded to urban design
standards, when technically and financially feasible.
The biggest practical issue is, of course, going to be cost. Under MSA
Chapter 429, the City can levy special assessments against a property, only
to the extent that it can prove the assessment resulted in an equivalent
improvement to the value of the property. As the City learned with the Ivy
Falls project, it is extremely difficult to prove that the amount of the assess-
ment necessary to pay for upgrading to urban standard streets will be reflected
in the value of the property.
Practically speaking, I thinkthat if the Council is serious about upgrading
to urban design standards, we are probably going to have to subsidize these
projects out of general tax revenues, to the extent that we cannot levy the
assessment. In this case, upgrading streets becomes a community priority,
competing with other city projects and programs for funding.
RECOMMENDATION
While I think it is going to be difficult to enforce the policy stipulated
in the attached resolution, I do agree that if this is the Council preference,
we are in a far better position if we have adopted a written policy standard,
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as opposed to reacting to each project on its own merits. Therefore, if
urban streets are the Council preference, I would recommend passage of the
proposed resolution.
ACTION REQUIRED
Motion to adopt resolution 85-
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CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
MEMO
April 29, 1985
TO: Mayor, City Council and City Admi
FROM: James E. Danielson
Public Works Director
SUBJECT: Northend Street Improvements
Job No. 7843
Improvement No. 79, Project No. 3
DISCUSSION:
At the public hearing for this project on April 16, 1985, Council asked
for more input from residents on whether or not they desire curb and gutter
along Hiawatha, Fremont, and Garden Lane.
I have received a number of phone calls on the project and many of them
left their names and opinions. The following were generally for the smaller
project and against curb and gutter throughout.
Mrs. Fred Vatke
Alfred Johnson
Catherine Pallas
Mike Riley
Audrey Longbern
Tony Mancuso
- 574 Hiawatha Avenue
1105 Dodd Road
924 Chippewa Avenue
947 Delaware Avenue
1100 Chippewa Avenue
552 Annapolis Avenue
Two people called to report that they were circulating petitions for
curb and gutter however they have not been received by City Hall as of this
date.
ACTION REQUIRED:
If Council chooses to go with the project that has curb and gutter
throughout, the costs are substantially higher and a new hearing should be
ordered. Because of mailing and advertising requirements, that hearing
should be set for 8:00 o'clock P.M., June 4, 1985. If Council desires to
proceed as originally proposed they should pass a motion adopting Resolution
No. 85- , Resolution Ordering Improvement and Preparation of Plans and
Specifications For Construction Of Street Improvements And Appurtenances to
Serve Chippewa Avenue, Ellen Street, Garden Lane, Hiawatha Avenue, Fremont
Avenue, Municipal State Aid Project No. 140-108-01 And Adjacent Areas
(Northend Streets, Improvement No. 79, Project No. 3)
CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
MEMO
April 30, 1985
TO: Mayor, City Council and City Ad inist ator
FROM: James E. Danielson
Public Works Director
SUBJECT: Redding Variance
Case No. 85-06
DISCUSSION:
Planning Commission reviewed the attached variance at their April
meeting and unanimously voted to recommend approval to the City Council.
RECOMMENDATION:
Planning Commission and Staff recommend that Council grant Bill
Redding, 2331 Pueblo Drive a 2'8" variance into the front yard setback.
ACTION REQUIRED:
If Council concurs with the Planning Commission and Staff recommenda-
tion, they should pass a motion waiving the public hearing and granting
William R. Redding, 2331 Pueblo Drive a 2'8" variance to the required 30
foot front yard setback.
CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
MEMO
April 30, 1985
TO: Mayor, City Council and City Ad 042 or
FROM: James E. Danielson
Public Works Director
SUBJECT: United Properties
Conditional Use Permit for Planned Unit Development
Case No. 85-07
DISCUSSION:
At their April 23rd meeting the Planning Commission conducted a public
hearing on United Properties' proposal for a new Planned Unit Development
(similar to their two previous ones). There was no public at the meeting
and the Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend approval of the
proposal to the City Council.
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff and the Planning Commission recommend granting United Properties
a Conditional Use Permit for a Planned Unit Development and preliminary plat
approval for their latest office/warehouse development.
ACTION REQUIRED:
Council needs to conduct a public hearing on the proposal and based on
input from Council members and public, act on the Planned Unit Development
and preliminary plat proposal.
If Council desires to approve the proposal with no conditions, staff
has prepared for consideration Resolution No. 85- , Resolution Approving
United Properties Planned Unit Development and Preliminary Plat.
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City of Mendota Heights
Dakota County, Minnesota
RESOLUTION NO. 85 -
RESOLUTION APPROVING UNITED PROPERTIES
PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT AND PRELIMINARY PLAT
WHEREAS, United Properties has applied for a Conditional Use Permit to
construct a Planned Unit Development consisting of office and warehouse
space on Lots 1, 2, 4 and 5, and that part of Lot 7, lying east of the west
116.9 feet; all in Block 2, Mendota Heights Industrial Park; and that part
of the South 518.6 feet of the north 884 feet of the west 420 feet of the
N1/4 of the S1/4 of Section 34, Township 28 North, Range 23 West, lying
easterly of the northerly extension of the east line of the west 116.9 feet
of said Lot 7; and
WHEREAS, such Planned Unit Development will consist of approximately
154,000 square feet of area enclosed within three structures and staged over
three phases of construction; and
WHEREAS, the proposed construction is to be on 13 acres of land.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Mendota
Heights that the Conditional Use Permit for the United Properties Planned
Unit Development and Preliminary Plat be approved.
Adopted by the City Council of the City of Mendota Heights this 7th day of
May, 1985.
CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
By
Robert G. Lockwood, Mayor
ATTEST:
Kathleen M. Swanson, City Clerk
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April 30, 1985
CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
DAKOTA COUNTY
STATE OF MINNESOTA
Minutes of the Adjourned Meeting
Held Tuesday, April 30, 1985
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the workshop meeting of the City
Council, City of Mendota Heights, was held at 7:30 o'clock P.M. at City
Hall, 750 South Plaza Drive, Mendota Heights, Minnesota,
Mayor Lockwood called the meeting to order at 7:39 P.M. The following members
were present: Mayor Lockwood, Councilmembers Blesener, Cummins, Hartmann, and
Witt. Also present were Planning Commission members Kruse, Burke, Frank, Henning,
McMonigal, Morson, and Stefani. Also present were Administrator Frazell and Planner
Dahlgren.
ADOPTION OF Councilman Hartmann moved adoption of the agenda for the meeting.
AGENDA Councilmember Witt seconded the motion.
Ayes: 5
Nays: 0
MENDOTA As the representatives from Mn/DOT, District 9, were present,
INTERCHANGE Mayor Lockwood suggested that the agenda be reversed to take
up this issue first.
Mr. Dick Elasky and Mr. Earl VanBerkom, project manager for
the Mendota Interchange were present.
Mr. Elasky began by giving the group a quick rundown on the
progress of the construction on the interstate system in Dakota
County.
Mr. VanBerkom then gave a presentation on the Mendota interchange
project. He indicated that the purpose of the project is to
split up the current intersection of Highways 13, 55 and 110, and
to get these key intersections in different places. He said
that the roadways would be urban expressways, with signalized
intersections, rather than limited access freeways. This was
due to the fact that traffic volumes are expected to drop with
the opening of the interstate systems in Dakota County. He
said that there would be signals at the intersections of 13 and
55, 13 and 110, and 110 and Lexington, in addition to the existing
signal at 55 and Mendota Heights Road. He indicated that it was
also likely that signalization would be needed at TH 13 and Pilot
Knob Road at some time in the future.
Mr. VanBerkom said that any kind of interchange of 55 with Acacia
Blvd. :would be difficult, since the plan envisions the highway
at this point tapering down to single lanes where it leads into
TH 110. He also indicated that the curvature and grade approaching
this intersection could make it dangerous.
COMPREHENSIVE
GUIDE PLAN
AMENDMENT -HOUSING
ELEMENT
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April 30, 1985
In general, the bid time letting for the stages of the project
were Highway 110- March of 1988; Highway 55 - January, 1989;
and the TH 13 and City of Mendota connection - January, 1990.
Dick Elasky indicated that most of the funding for the project
will come from federal sources, and that the timelines given
are fairly well set.
City Planner Howard Dahlgren said that he thought more attention
should be given to the TH110 access road by the Gould property,
where it intersects with Lexington Avenue. Mr. VanBerkom said
that that could be looked at in the detail design stage.
There was then a general discussion about the TH55/Acacia Blvd.
intersection. Councilmember Witt questioned the need for a
bridge from Acacia over to the access road on the east side.
Planner Dahlgren said that a "T" intefsection at thigsloeatioh
would have much less traffic than at the TH110/13 intersection,
and that he felt that this connection was important to the quality
and intensity of development that the City could expect in this
area.
Mr. VanBerkom responded that the bridge was put in because it was
necessary that a County road be connected somewhere near its
northerly terminus. Mr. Elasky responded that the curvature and
grade changes in the area would make it dangerous to have a "T"
intersection directly with TH 55.
It was agreed that the City staff and Planner should come up with
some traffic projections for development in the area so that the
City Council could consider taking an official position on whether
it wanted to request a "T" intersection with TH55.
City Planner Howard Dahlgren gave a very brief overview of the
substantative changes in the Housing Plan. He indicated that
the plan stipulates that the City's goal will be the development
of 45 low and moderate income housing units and 30 modest cost
housing units by 1990. Mr. Dahlgren said this is approximately
25% of the City's projected increase in housing, which is a
fairly substantial proportion.
Planner Dahlgren also pointed out the implementation steps as
being the allowance for a 25% density credit in multi -family units,
and 15% in single family residential, as well as the option to
forego immediate construction of a garage. He pointed out the
Lexington Heights apartment project as one where the City had
given a 25% density bonus and had created approximately 45 low
and moderate income units.
Mr. Dahlgren said that he thought because of the market forces,
most developers in Mendota Heights will continue to develop
large and expensive homes, and it may not be realistic to think
that the goals would ever be achieved. However, he said it was
possible that one or two major projects could achieve the goals.
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April 30, 1985
Planner Dahlgren also pointed out that even with the density
bonuses, the allowable densities in Mendota Heights are still
substantially less than the standard minimums in most other
communities.
There was some discussion about when and if garage construction
would be required. It was agreed that the language in the
chapter should be amended to stipulate that each developer's
agreement will address this issue.
Planning Commission Chairperson Kruse pointed out the certificate
of occupancy program proposed if housing conditions become a
community concern. It was generally agreed that while certificates
of occupancy are a good idea, they can be difficult to enforce.
There was agreement that the language stating that it could be
invoked if it becomes a community concern was an acceptable way to
approach it.
Planner Dahlgren was then directed to make several minor wording
changes, and to prepare the final draft for consideration and
formal adoption by the City Council at an upcoming meeting.
CONDOR CORP. City Administrator Frazell said that this issue was on the
APARTMENT PROPOS- agenda tonight simply to inform Council and Planning Commission
AL of an upcoming project.
City Planner Dahlgren reported that Condor Corporation, developers
of the Lexington Heights apartments, had been in to talk with
staff about a proposal for a rather sizeable apartment project
south of Mendota Heights Road and north of 494. Planner Dahlgren
indicated that the land in question had been left at low and
rural residential designation on the City's future land use plan
in 1979, since it was not even certain, at that time, that the 494
freeway would be built. He said that with construction of 494,
it might not be as practical to plan to build single family homes
in that area.
Planner Dahlgren indicated that the Condor proposal was for a
rather low density apartment complex, approximately eight units
per acre, but that that would be a significant change in density
standards from the existing land use designation and zoning.
City Administrator Frazell reiterated that no action was necessary
on this item this evening, but that it is a very real project,
and the Planning Commission and Council can expect to see it in
the future.
I-494/DELAWARE The Council and Commission briefly reviewed a letter from Inver
INTERCHANGE GroVe Heights seeking an initial reaction to the thought of
having an interchange with 494 and Delaware Avenue.
Planner Dahlgren said that an interchange had not been planned
there originally because of the large lot zoning in the area,
ADJOURN
Ayes: 5
Nays: 0
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April 30, 1985
and the feeling that the interchange was not needed and would n.
be consistent with land development patterns in the area.
It was the concensus of the Council and Commission that the
conditions that had led to the original decision had not changed,
and that there didn't appear to be any reason to change that
decision at this time.
There being no further business to come before the Council,
Councilmember Hartmann moved that the meeting be adjourned.
Councilmember Cummins seconded the motion.
TIME OF ADJOURNMENT: 10:07 o'clock P.M.
Kevin D. Frazell
City Administrator
ATTEST:
Robert G. Lockwood
Mayor
CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
MEMO
TO: Mayor, City Council, City Ad ‘s0aL
FROM: Kathleen M. Swanson
City Clerk
SUBJECT: Proposed Parking Restrictions
April 30, 1985
INTRODUCTION
On April 2nd Council received a complaint from Russ Wahl over the
parking of a semi on Callahan Place. A staff memo to Council on April
16th indicated that comprehensive staff review of the City's Code of
Ordinances (to identify issues which need to be addressed) would begin
in the interim between the April 16th and May 7th Council meetings. We
proposed that a draft ordinance to address Mr. Wahl's complaint would
be given top priority in the review process. Mr. Wahl also appeared at
the April 16th meeting and indicated that while the semi was no longer
being parked on -street, the tractor was being "stored" on a residential
property on Callahan. He urged that action be taken to resolve his
complaint.
The purpose of this memo is two -fold: to provide the Council with
proposed regulations which react to the complaint, and to suggest an
alternate course of action.
DISCUSSION
The attached proposed Ordinance is a response to the recent
complaint, somewhat hastily prepared by Chief Delmont and me. We
believe the issue raised by Mr. Wahl is adequately addressed therein
and that the regulations proposed are both reasonable and enforceable.
We agree that the City's Code should include the attached, or similar,
provisions. However, the parking of various types of trucks is a
problem throughout the community and we do not feel that the total
issue should be addressed on a piecemeal basis. Dennis and I feel very
strongly that serious study should be given to the total issue and that
thorough review of all of the City's parking regulations should occur
before any additional provisions are adopted.
The City Code currently includes five individual ordinances
regulating the parking of motor vehicles in residential areas. The
Zoning Ordinance contains numerous references to the parking of
vehicles (including recreational vehicles). Chief Delmont and I feel
that it would be in the best interest of the community as a whole to
update and consolidate all of the parking regulations into a single,
enforceable Ordinance. Adoption of additional, new legislation at this
time in response to an individual complaint would only hamper the
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consolidation process, perhaps even conflict with existing Ordinance
language, and very possibly be revised as the result of consolidation
of parking laws.
Chief Delmont and I plan to meet early next week to again review
and, with input from other staff members and sample regulations from
other communities, begin to consolidate and update all existing parking
restrictions and determine what additional regulations should be
recommended.
ALTERNATIVES
1. Respond to the expressed complaint by adopting the attached
proposed ordinance. Enforcement of the provisions and resolu-
tion of the complaint could then occur after May 15th
Ordinance publication. If this alternative is selected,
Council should acknowledge that potential consolidation of
parking restrictions may result in repeal of the ordinance in
the near future.
2. Defer action on the issue until a consolidated parking
restriction ordinance, which will include the parking of semi-
trailers and commercial vehicles, is available for Council
review and decision.
CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
MEMO
May 1, 1985
TO: Mayor, City Council and City Ad
FROM: James E. Danielson
Public Works Director
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SUBJECT: Temporary Easement - 1760 Douglas Court
DISCUSSION:
Attached is a letter from Tom Hart, requesting on behalf of a client
the release of a 20 foot wide temporary construction easement. This ease-
ment was for City Project 77-1 to install a 12 inch storm sewer lead that
picks up a low spot in the south corner of the lot (see Map on Back). The
City should retain the 10 foot permanent easement but there is no need to
retain the temporary easement.
RECOMMENDATION:
The City no longer has a need for the subject temporary easement, staff
recommends that it be released.
ACTION REQUIRED:
If Council wishes to implement the staff recommendation, they should
pass a motion authorizing the Mayor and Clerk to execute the attached Re-
lease of Easement document on behalf of the City.
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MEMO
May 1, 1985
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Kevin D. Fraz
City Admini
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SUBJECT: Green Space in Business Developments
INTRODUCTION
Following our recent discussion on the Linvill project, Councilmember
Blesener questioned whether we should consider changing our regulations
to require more "green space". This memo provides a response.
DISCUSSION
Attached is a copy of our zoning regulations establishing setbacks,
floor -area ratios, etc., in the "Industrial" district. City Planner Dahlgren's
opinion is that these criteria are already somewhat more restrictive than those
found in the average metropolitan area community. For example, our front yard
setback of 40 feet compares to a more usual 30 feet. The parking lot setback
of 20 feet compares to 10 and 15 feet.
"Interior" green space is controlled by the floor -area ratio of .5 set
forth in Section 16.7 (6). Howard was aware of only one community, Golden
Valley, that requires more. To reduce that standard further would, in essence,
negatively impact that value of the property.
ALTERNATIVES
1. Direct staff to prepare alternative Industrial development regulations
for Council consideration. Before considering adoption of any amend-
ments, we would likely want to meet with major landowners to get their
suggestions and reactions.
2. Leave the current regulations in place.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff's recommendation is to leave the regulations as they are. The vast
majority of the land left in the business park is controlled by United Properties,
with whom we have had a very positive working relationship. As our regulations
are already relatively restrictive, it might be disadvantageous to both the
property owners and the City (i.e., in terms of potential tax base expansion)
to further restrict -land use intensity.
ACTION REQUIRED
If Council concurs with the recommendation, no further action is required.
Otherwise, staff should be directed as to further desired study or action.
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16.5(3) All parking areas shall be surfaced with a hard all-weather
durable material with an approved curb or bumper stops defin-
ing*the edge of all parking areas and driveways. All parking
areas containing more than six spaces facing a public street
or residential zoned property shall have a solid screen wall
or fence not less than four (4) feet or more than six (6) feet
high.
16.5(4) No parking spaces or aisles serving parking spaces shall be
less than twenty (20) feet from any public right-of-way nor
less than ten (10) feet from a building or lot line.
16.6 Landscaping and Screening
16.6(1) All areas of any lot or combination of lots which comprise the
site for one (1) or more buildings, except those areas used
for parking or buildings, shall be landscaped with grass,
trees, shrubs, or other planted ground cover, in accordance
with detailed landscaping plans prepared and signed by -'a
landscape architect. A bond in an amount not to exceed one
and one-half (1 1/2) times the cost of landscaping and screen-
ing shall be required to guarantee the placement and construc-
tion thereof as required in this Ordinance. In addition:
16.6(2) The owner shall have a continuing responsibility to maintain
such landscaping and any required screening in reasonable
condition.
16.7 Lot Area, Height, Lot Widths and Yard Requirements
16.7(1) Not more than fifty (50) percent of the lot area shall be
occupied by buildings.
16.7(2) No structure shall exceed forty-five (45) feet in height ex-
cept as provided in Section 20.
16.7(3) Side yard abutting a street on a corner lot shall be not less
than forty (40) feet in width.
16.7(4) Where a lot has a railroad trackage abutting the interior
side lot line or rear lot line there shall be no side'or rear
yard requirement abutting the trackage in providing a rail-
road loading facility.
16.7(5) Whenever an "I" Use District abuts an "R" District a fence
not less than fifty (50) percent opaque nor less than six (6)
feet in height shall be erected along the property line.
16.7(6) Floor -area -ratio shall not exceed 0.5.
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16.9 Performance Standards
The manufacture, compounding, processing, packaging, treat-
ment, assembly, or storage of products shall comply with the
performance standards outlined in Section 17 of this Ordi-
nance.
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CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
MEMO
May 1, 1985
TO: Mayor, City Council and City Ad rust ator
FROM: James E. Danielson
Public Works Director
SUBJECT: Taurinskas, Critical Area Ordinance
Case No. 85-03
DISCUSSION:
Jim Taurinskas has applied.for a 15 foot variance to the 40 foot
bluffline setback as required by the Mississippi River Critical Area Ordi-
nance (CAO). His home is to be'constructed on Lot 13, Block 1, Ivy Falls
West 2nd Addition. Mr. Taurinskas met with Planner Dahlgren and Staff and a
site visit was conducted. Staff feels that the proposed house has been
situated as well as possible to respect the bluffline. The house only
encroaches 25 feet at one corner, with the rest being setback between 30-40
feet from the bluff line.
This lot was created in the Ivy Falls West 2nd Addition subdivision
that was approved by the City in 1977 before the CAO was adopted. (Map on
Back) To situate a home on the;lot with any reasonable depth to the home
and retaining the 30 foot setback in the front yard, will require a variance
to the 40 foot bluffline setback. Staff feels this creates a hardship on
the homebuilder and provides for Council to grant a variance to a reasonable
home proposal.
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff and Planning Commission feel that there is sufficient hardship
because of the dimension of the lot to allow the granting of a variance to
the bluffline setback, and feel that Mr..Taurinskas' proposal is a reason-
able one that should have a variance granted.
ACTION REQUIRED:
Review the plans with Mr. Taurinskas, consider waiving the requirement
for a public hearing (applicant.has obtained signatures of approval from
neighbors) and consider a 15 foot variance to the 40 foot CAO bluffline
setback.
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May 1, 1985
FROM: James E. Danielson
Public Works Director
SUBJECT: Request for Sidewalk
DISCUSSION:
Staff has received the attached letter requesting that a sidewalk be
constructed along Emerson between Dodd Road and Delaware Avenue. The City
presently has no sidewalks, only 8 foot wide trails (there is a sidewalk
along Delaware Avenue north of Trunk Highway 149 which staff considers the
County's).
If the Council wants to install sidewalks they could be done by the
City as public improvement projects and the costs assessed to the abutting
homeowners. Staff would also ask that if sidewalks are installed, an agree-
ment be reached with the property owners requiring them to complete snow re-
moval.
The person requesting this sidewalk along Emerson does not live along
Emerson and would not be charged for the sidewalk unless some agreement is
reached whereby the neighborhood would participate in the costs.
Staff recommends that if the Council considers constructing a sidewalk
at this location, the requestor be asked to contact or to help contact the
neighborhood. It would be best if those along Emerson where the sidewalk
would be constructed, were to petition for the sidewalk.
ACTION REQUIRED:
Review the request and determine if the City wants to begin con
structing sidewalks.
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MEMO
May 1, 1985
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Kevin D. Fraz /
City Administ tor�
SUBJECT: Fire Marshal
Mr. Paul Kaiser, our new Fire Marshal, began his duties on May 1st.
Paul will be present to meet the Council.
Attached is Gene Lange's "official" resignation, which should be
accepted by Council, effective April 30, 1985.
ACTION REQUIRED
Motion to accept the resignation of Gene Lange as Fire Marshal.
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March 7, 1985
Mr. Kevin Frazell,
City Administrator
City of Mendota Heights
Mendota Heights, MN 55120
Dear Mr. Frazell:
Please accept this letter as my resignation from the appointed position of
Fire Marshal for the City of Mendota Heights. This resignation will take
effect on the date the City Council appoints the new Fire Marshal,
I wish to inform you and the Council that I have been working with
Assistant Chief John Maczko on the record keeping and reporting of the
Department's activities. We have also been working on the Annual Report
for 1984. I will continue to aid him with the upcoming insurance report
to the State and the 1986 contracts for our contract areas. John has been
preparing the monthly reports for several months and is doing a fine job.
Most of the records from my office have been transferred to John's office.
The remaining records will be sent over to him shortly.
My duties as Project Manager for the new station are just about completed.
There are several problems remaining inside the building. These will be
resolved in the upcoming meeting between the contractor and engineers.
There are also several things on the outside that are documented on the last
pay order for Steele Construction Company. They will be corrected as soon
as the weather permits.
I would like to thank the Members of the City Council and the Administration
for their confidence and cooperation during the past nine years that I have
served as Fire Marshal.
CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
MEMO
May 2, 1985
TO: Mayor, City Council, and City/ &nstrator
FROM: Dick Ploumen
Public Works Superintendent
SUBJECT: Summer Help
HISTORY
It is time, once again, to think about summer help in the Public Works
department. As in the past, we would give our past summer help first oppor-
tunity to come back for another summer. We have always had three people for
the summer, one in each department. Of the three we have had, two want to
come back, and the third one has to go to Army boot camp. Therefore, we will
need to hire one new person for the Parks department. As in the past, we will
hire from Mendota Heights first, and will hire only a person who is going to
college next year. We will review applications we currently have on file.
ACTION REQUIRED
None.
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CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
DAKOTA COUNTY, MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION NO. 85 -
RESOLUTION COMMITTING FUNDS TO UPGRADING MUNICIPAL
RADIO SYSTEM AT WEST ST. PAUL COMMUNICATIONS CENTER
WHEREAS, the City of West St. Paul provides public safety communications
for the City of Mendota Heights; and
WHEREAS, the two cities have committed themselves to a substantial
upgrading of their municipal radio systems; and
WHEREAS, it has been previously agreed that Mendota Heights will pay,
30% of the estimated cost of $136,250 for upgrading of the communications
center located in West St. Paul.
NOW, THEREFORE IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED that the City Council of the City
of Mendota Heights hereby agrees to contribute 30% of the actual cost for
upgrading the Municipal Radio Communications System, as identified in Table
II of the John R. DuBois report, dated November 23, 1984, in an amount not
to exceed $40,875.
Adopted by the City Council of the City of Mendota Heights this 7th day
of May, 1985.
CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
By
Robert G. Lockwood
Mayor
ATTEST:
Kathleen M. Swanson
City Clerk
CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
MEMO
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Kevin D. V"-
City Ad istr o
SUBJECT: Add-on Agenda for May 7th
May 7, 1985
Three items are recommended for addition to this evening's agenda.
3. Adoption of Agenda
It is recommended that Council adopt the agenda with the addition of
Items 861 - Southridge Business Center Building Permit; 8n. - Resolution
concerning radio system improvements, and 80. - Set date for goal setting
workshop.
801 - Southridge Business Center Building Permit
Item 8c is consideration of a Conditional Use Permit application by
United Properties for a Planned Unit Development of their proposed Southridge
Business Center.
Pending approval of that PUD, United has requested Council consideration
of a building permit for Phase I. Attached is a memo from Jim Danielson. '
8n. - Resolution Committing Funds for West St. Paul Communications Center
At its meeting of January 15, Council approved expenditures of an amount
up to the $127,200 in the 1985 budget for upgrading of our radio system, including
30% of the costs of equipment upgrading at the West St. Paul Communications Center.
The West St. Paul Council and staff are prepared to proceed with the project, but
are somewhat concerned about the lack of action by our Council to commit funds
specifically for the joint costs of upgrading the communications center.
Attached is a proposed resolution which should address their concerns. As
the resolution is fully consistent with past Council actions and our mutual
understandings with West St. Paul, I recommend passage.
ACTION REQUIRED
Motion to adopt the resolution. (Resolution No. 85-36).
80.- Date For Goal Setting Workshop
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discuss and refine priority work projects. The only action required this evening
is to select a date for that workshop.
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architects.
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CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
MEMO
May 7, 1985
TO: Mayor, City Council and City AYrib"Ez+ator
FROM: James E. Danielson
Public Works Director
SUBJECT: United Properties - Building Permit
Southridge Business Center
DISCUSSION:
United Properties is very anxious to begin construction on Southridge
Business Center Phase I and have asked that Council, pending favorable
action on the Planned Unit Development request, consider granting a building
permit.
Staff only received the final set of plans and specifications for
review on May 6th so they have not as of yet been reviewed in detail, however
a quick look finds no faults.
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends that Council grant United Properties a building permit
for Phase I, Southridge Business Center subject to final review of the 1
plans and specifications by staff.
ACTION REQUIRED:
If Council wishes to implement the staff recommendation they should
pass a motion approving the building permit subject to final staff review.
LIST OF CONTRACTORS TO BE APPROVED BY CITY COUNCIL ON MAY 7, 1985
Excavating License:
Industrial Utilities, Inc.
Junek Excavating Company
Raymond E. Haeg Plumbing, Inc.
Wm: Murr Plumbing, Inc.
Southview Sanitation
Larson Excavating, Inc.
Masonry License:
Dan Dietrich Construction, Inc.
General Contractor License:
J and D Builders, Inc.
AAA Builders, Inc.
Donnelly Stucco
L.H. Sowles Company
B.J. Larson Remodeling & Construction Company
Gas Piping License:
Thermex Corporation
Heating and Air Conditioning License:
Gopher Heating and Sheet Metal, Inc.
Metropolitan Mechanical Contractors, Inc.
City of Mendota Heights
Dakota County, Minnesota
RESOLUTION NO. 85 -
RESOLUTION ORDERING IMPROVEMENT AND PREPARATION OF
PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR CONSTRUCTION OF STREET IMPROVEMENTS
AND APPURTENANCES TO SERVE CHIPPEWA AVENUE, ELLEN STREET, GARDEN
LANE, HIAWATHA AVENUE, FREMONT AVENUE, MUNICIPAL STATE AID
PROJECT NO. 140-108-01 AND ADJACENT AREAS
(NORTHEND STREETS, IMPROVEMENT NO. 79, PROJECT NO. 3)
WHEREAS, a public hearing was held on the 16th day of April, 1985, at
8:00 o'clock P.M. in the City Hall of the City of Mendota Heights,
Minnesota pursuant to resolution duly adopted by the City Council of
the City of Mendota Heights on the question of the proposed construc-
tion of the following described improvements:
The installation of a bituminous overlay on all the above streets
together with a limited amount of Storm Sewer, including appurten-
ances and incidentals thereto.
WHEREAS, due publication of the notice of public hearing on said pro-
posed construction has been attended to; and
WHEREAS, mailed notice of said hearing has been mailed more than 10
days before the date of said hearing to the owners of each parcel
situated within the area proposed to be assessed, all in accordance
with the applicable Minnesota Statutes, and
WHEREAS, the Public Works Director reported that the proposed improve-
ment and construction thereof were feasible and desirable and further
reported on the proposed costs of said improvements and construction
thereof; and
WHEREAS, the area proposed to be assessed for said improvements is
situated within the City of Mendota Heights in Dakota County, Minnesota
and is more particularly described as follows:
The property lying West of Delaware Avenue, North of Junction
lane, East of State Trunk Highway No. 13, and South of Annapolis
Street.
WHEREAS, the City Council then proceeded to hear all persons interested
in said improvement and all persons were afforded an opportunity to
present their views and objections to the making of said improvements.
NOW THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of
Mendota Heights, Minnesota as follows:
1. That it is advisable, feasible, expedient and necessary that
the City of Mendota Heights construct the above described improvements,
and it is hereby ordered that said improvement be made.
2. That the Public Works Director be and he is hereby authorized
and directed to prepare plans and specifications for said improve-
ment.
3. That said improvement shall hereafter be known and designated
as Improvement No. 79, Project No. 3.
Adopted by the City Council of the City of Mendota Heights this 7th day of
May, 1985.
CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
By
Robert G. Lockwood, Mayor
ATTEST:
Kathleen M. Swanson
City Clerk
CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
DAKOTA COUNTY, MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION NO. 85 -
RESOLUTION ADOPTING A PREFERRED STANDARD
OF URBAN DESIGN STREETS
WHEREAS, several subdivisions of Mendota Heights' were developed with
streets at rural design standards, without curb, gutter, and storm drainage;
and
WHEREAS, many of these streets are at or near the end of their useful,
life, and will soon require substantial reconstruction; and
WHEREAS, streets developed to urban design standards, with curb, gutter,
and storm sewer are preferable for several reasons, including:
1. Improved storm water runoff, reducing damage to both public and
private property.
2. Extended street life.
3. Ease of maintenance, including snowplowing.
4. Improved neighborhood aesthetics.
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED, that it is the policy of the City
that urban design streets with curb, gutter, and storm sewer are the preferred
standard.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of Mendota Heights,
that all new subdivisions shall be required to install urban design streets,
and when technically and financially feasible, existing streets undergoing
substantial reconstruction shall be upgraded to urban design standard.
Adopted by the City Council of the City of Mendota Heights this 7th day ofi
May, 1985.
CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
By
Robert G. Lockwood
Mayor
ATTEST:
Kathleen M. Swanson
City Clerk
STATE OF
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DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES
PHONE NO. 296-8607
May 6, 1985
1200 Warner Rd., St. Paul, MN 55106 FILE NO.
Kevin Frazell
City Administrator
City of Mendota Heights
750 South Plaza Drive
Mendota Heights, MN 55120
MAY 4 145
Dear Mr. Hedges:
We would like to request permission to hold a special deer hunt in Fort
Snelling State Park on November 23 and 24, 1985. In order to hold a hunt,
we will need an exemption from your firearm ordinances for that portion of
the park located within your community.
In order to get information about the Fort Snelling hunt into the statewide
Big Game hunting synopsis, we need to finalize plans for the hunt in early
June. It would be a great help to us if we could take this matter up at
your last meeting in May, or your first meeting in June.
Last year's hunt went very well. A total of 57 deer were taken by hunters
in two days of hunting. There were no accidents or injuries, and; the
mechanics of the hunt ran smoothly.
The fifty-seven deer that were removed were not enough to reduce the herd
to sustainable levels. Our census in January of 1985 showed an estimated
deer population of 333 (40 deer/square mile) within the Park and the
Refuge. This is down from the 1984 estimate of 381 deer (45 deer/square
mile). The drop in deer numbers was probably due, in part, to a mild
winter that led to a lower concentration of deer in the Park. It appears
that enough deer were removed to prevent another increase in the herd,, but
not enough deer were removed to reduce the herd to a level the Park can
sustain over the long term.
The other indicators of deer numbers also show that the problem has, not
been solved. In 1984, 88 deer were killed in collisions with vehicles; 56
in Eagan, 22 in Mendota Heights, and 10 in the vicinity of the airport.
Again, these are only those deer killed that were reported to us. There
were most likely others killed that went unreported. By February of 1985,
another 17 deer were killed by cars; 13 in Eagan, 2 in Mendota Heights, and
2 in the vicinity of the airport.
Our surveys of Park vegetation show that the utilization of browse by deer
was 35% as of March, 1985, down from 85% utilization at the same time last
year. This is another reflection of the mild winter last year. Deer were
not forced to begin browsing woody plants until very late in the season.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Kevin Frazell
City Administrator
May 6, 1985
Page Two
However, there has been a continuing decrease in the number of woody plants
indentified during the survey. In 1984, six species were found. In 1985,
only two species were recorded. This indicates a continuing decline in the
health and vigor of park vegetation, a decline that will have serious
consequences for all park wildlife as well as the deer themselves.
For these reasons we believe it is imperative that we take measures to
further reduce the deer herd in the Park. Our proposal is to hold another
public hunt, with the goal of removing 100 deer. All regulations would be
basically the same as before. That is, the weapons allowed would be
shotguns with slugs. All hunters would be required to attend a hunter
orientation session, and would be required to hunt from portable deer
stands. News releases, signing and other methods would be used to inform
the public that a hunt would be held in the Park, and the Park would be
closed during the hunt.
Our experience last .year indicated that we were conservative in our
estimates of how -many hunters could safely use the Park. Substantial areas
of the Park received little or no hunting pressure, resulting in fewer deer
taken. Therefore, we would like to increase the number of permits issued
by fifteen. Ten additional permits would be issued in the zone within
Eagan, and five additional permits would be issued in the zone within
Mendota Heights.
I appreciate you taking the time to review this request. Your help last
year was a significant part of the reason the hunt went as well as it -did.
I look forward to working with you again this year.
If you need any more information, I can be reached at 296-2553. I will
bring more specific data to your council meeting, and will be prepared to
answer specific questions.
a
Craig A ox
Resourc lanagement Specialist
Page No. 2251
May 7, 1985
CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
DAKOTA COUNTY
STATE OF MINNESOTA
Minutes of the Regular Meeting
Held Tuesday, May 7, 1985
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the regular meeting of the City I
Council, City of Mendota Heights, was held at 7:30 o'clock P.M. at City Hall,
750 South Plaza Drive, Mendota Heights, Minnesota.
Mayor Lockwood called the meeting to order at 7:30 o'clock P.M. The following
members were present: Mayor Lockwood, Councilmembers Blesener, Cummins,
Hartmann and Witt.
AGENDA ADOPTION
Ayes: 5
Nays: 0
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Ayes: 5
Nays: 0
CONSENT CALENDAR
Councilmember Hartmann moved adoption of the agenda
for the meeting including additional items contained
in the add-on agenda.
Councilmember Witt seconded the motion.
Councilmember Cummins moved approval of the minutes of
the April 16th meeting with corrections and approval
of the minutes of the April 30th meeting.
Councilmember Hartmann seconded the motion.
Councilmember Hartmann moved approval of the consent
calendar as submitted and recommended for approval as
part of the regular agenda, along with authorization
for execution of all necessary documents contained
therein.
a. Acknowledgement of a letter to Mr. & Mrs. Eugene
Gonsowski regarding removal of a parking pad.
b. Acknowledgment of the Code Enforcement monthly
report for April.
c. Acknowledgment of the minutes of the April 23rd
Planning Commission meeting.
d. Acknowledgment of a memo on summer help.
e. Approval of the List of Claims dated May 7., 1985
and totalling $163,789.20.
f. Approval of the list of contractor licenses,
granting licenses to:
Page No. 2252
May 7, 1985
Excavating Licenses:
Industrial Utilities, Inc. Junek Excavating Company
Wm. Murr Plumbing, Inc. Southview Sanitation
Raymond E. Haeg Plumbing,Inc. Larson Excavating, Inc.
Masonry License: Dan Dietrich Construction, Inc.
General Contractor Licenses:
J and D. Builders, Inc. AAA Builders, Inc.
Donnelly Stucco L.H. Sowles Company
B.J. Larson Remodeling & Construction Company
Gas Piping License: Thermex Corporation
Heating and Air Conditioning Licenses:
Gopher Heating and Sheet Metal, Inc.
Metropolitan Mechanical Contractors, Inc.
Councilmember Cummins seconded the motion.
Ayes: 5
Nays: 0
PARKING REGULATIONS The Council acknowledged and discussed a memo and
proposed ordinance restricting semi parking.
Councilmember Witt moved to direct staff to proceed
with preparation of a comprehensive, consolidated
z parking ordinance.
Councilmember Hartmann seconded the motion.
Ayes: 5
Nays: 0
LEMAY LAKE
The Council acknowledged a memo from the Public Works
Director responding to a request for help from Mr. and
Mrs. Miles Bredvold about the rising level of LeMay
Lake.
Mrs. Bredvold, present for the discussion, stated that
their property has already been partially destroyed:
two acres of their land are now under water and many
trees have been lost. She stated that if they were to
decide to sell their property it would be very
difficult to sell under current conditions.
Mayor Lockwood stated that for involvement of public
financing in a personal problem such as this, the
Council would possibly want to limit the expenditure
to the protection of the Bredvold home and garage. He
informed the Bredvolds that the only way the City
SIDEWALK REQUEST
FIRE MARSHAL
Ayes: 5
Nays: 0
NORTH END STREET
IMPROVEMENTS
Ayes: 4
Nays: 1 Hartmann
Page No. 2253
May 7, 1985
could expend public funds other than for protection of
the structures would be to initiate a public
improvement project to be financed by assessments.
He felt that the City could offer no immediate
solution to the problem of the rising lake level but
indicated that he could see no reason why the City
could not be doing some sandbagging to protect the
structures if necessary.
Councilmember Witt suggested that perhaps the
Bredvolds should seek an abatement of taxes for the
land which is under water.
The Council acknowledged a request from Mrs. M.V.
Seymour for construction of a sidewalk along Emerson
Avenue between Dodd Road and Delaware Avenue.
Councilmember Witt stated that she does not think the
City should construct sidewalks and that the Council
should not change its policy in that regard.
Staff was directed to respond to the letter,
explaining the City's position on sidewalks.
Mayor Lockwood moved to accept, with regret and
appreciation for past services, the resignation of
Gene Lange from the position of Fire Marshal.
Councilmember Witt seconded the motion.
Administrator Frazell introduced Mr. Paul Kaiser, the
recently appointed Fire Marshal, to the Council.
Mayor Lockwood informed the audience that at the
public hearing on proposed North End area street
improvements held on April 16th, the Council had
suggested that those property owners interested in a
complete project including curb and gutter should
submit a petition for such improvements. He stated
that a petition for curb and gutter, signed by
seventeen residents on Hiawatha and Garden Lane,
has been received. He then read the petition for the
audience.
The Council, with input from several members of the
audience, discussed the proposed improvements and
potential assessment rates.
After lengthy discussion, Councilmember Cummins moved
to conduct a feasibility hearing on proposed North End
area street and storm sewer improvements on June 4th
and to direct staff to prepare a more categorized
estimate of costs.
Councilmember Blesener seconded the motion.
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May 7, 1985
RECESS Mayor Lockwood called for a recess at 9:13 P.M.
The meeting was reconvened at 9:22 P.M.
HEARING -- UNITED
PROPERTIES P.U.D.
Ayes: 5
Nays: 0
Ayes: 5
Nays: 0
Ayes: 5
Nays: 0
CASE NO. 85-02,
KUBES LOT DIVISION
Mayor Lockwood opened the meeting for the purpose of a
public hearing on an application from United
Properties for a conditional use permit for Planned
Unit Development, along with consideration of
preliminary plat and building permit approval.
Mr. Dale Glowa, representing United Properties, stated
that the proposed site, located on the north side of
Mendota Heights Road between Pilot Knob Road and
Transport Drive, consists of 12 acres of land. He
indicated that the proposed Southridge Business Center
development would consist of approximately 155,000
square feet of office/ warehouse space, and would be
an upscale research and development project. Mr.
Glowa briefly reviewed the schematic plans for the
proposed development and requested Council approval of
a building permit for phase one of the project along
with conditional use permit and preliminary plat
approvals.
Mayor Lockwood asked for questions and comments from
the audience.
There being no questions or comments, Councilmember
Cummins moved that the hearing be closed at 9:35 P.M.
Councilmember Hartmann seconded the motion.
Councilmember Hartmann moved the adoption of
Resolution No. 85-32, "RESOLUTION APPROVING UNITED
PROPERTIES PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT AND PRELIMINARY
PLAT."
Councilmember Blesener seconded the motion.
Councilmember Cummins moved approval of the issuance
of a building permit for Phase I of the Southridge
Business Center subject to staff review and approval
of the plans.
Councilmember Blesener seconded the motion.
The Council reviewed an application from Mr. Raymond
Kubes for the division of a parcel of land described
as 645 Callahan Place into two lots.
After brief discussion, Councilmember Witt moved the
adoption of Resolution No. 85-33, "RESOLUTION
APPROVING THE LOT DIVISION OF LOT 30, WILLOW SPRINGS
Ayes: 5
Nays: 0
CASE NO. 85-06,
REDDING
Ayes: 5
Nays: 0
CASE NO. CAO 85-03
TAURINSKAS
Ayes: 5
Nays: 0
MN/FSL GENERAL
CONTRACTOR LICENSE
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May 7, 1985
ADDITION, SECTION 25, TOWNSHIP 28 NORTH, RANGE 23
WEST."
Councilmember Cummins seconded the motion.
Mayor Lockwood moved to grant a 2'8" variance from the
front yard setback requirement at 2331 Pueblo Drive
(W. Redding property) to allow construction of an
addition.
Councilmember Witt seconded the motion.
Councilmember Cummins moved to waive the Critical Area
Ordinance public hearing requirement and grant a 15
foot variance from the 40 foot critical area bluffline
requirement for Lot 13, Block 1, Ivy Falls West 2nd
Addition.
Councilmember Hartmann seconded the motion.
Mayor Lockwood opened the meeting for the purpose of a
fact-finding discussion relative to the Mn/FSL general
contractor license. He observed that there were
several Delaware Crossing homeowners present to share
discourse on problems they have experienced in the
Delaware Crossing area. He stated that the matter was
originally scheduled for April 2nd to hear about
performance of the contractor but that the discussion
was tabled to tonight in order to provide the property
owners and contractor an opportunity to get together
to discuss the problems.
Councilmember Cummins stated that for the benefit of
those who are unclear on the proceedings, the matter
before the Council is to take testimony to review the
conduct of Mn/FSL as a general contractor in Mendota
Heights. He stated that the firm is a developer and
contractor in Delaware Crossing and the agenda item
deals specifically with a proposal to consider revoca-
tion or suspension of the general contractor license.
Councilmember Cummins pointed out that the Council has
heard of defective construction practices and failure
to repair defects along with misrepresentations by the
contractor. He stated that he has experienced
problems with the firm after having purchased a home
in Delaware Crossing which was constructed by Fasenden
(Builders) in 1982. Councilmember Cummins pointed out
that the attitude of Mn/FSL has been that they refused
to deal with problems in a meaningful way. They have
been more active in repairs since the license
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May 7, 1985
revocation consideration has come before the Council
but have not in the past three weeks made any
meaningful efforts to negotiate protective covenants.
Councilmember Cummins stated that he has judged Mn/FSL
as not being suitable to be a general contractor in
the City. He stated that he believes that after
hearing the testimony of the property owners the
Council may arrive at the same conclusion and that if
the City's licensing regulations are to have any
meaning he believes the discussion should result in
suspension or revocation.
Councilmember Cummins stated that since he has an
interest in the matter he would withdraw from the
Council table for the discussion and subsequently
vacated the Council table.
City Administrator Frazell distributed communications
received from Tom Balyk, Mn/FSL'S counsel, at the
beginning of the meeting.
Mayor Lockwood opened the meeting for presentations by
the Delaware Crossing property owners.
Dr. Ed Hanton, 2381 Apache Court, stated that he
picked out a lot and Mn/FSL built his home. On
August 30, 1983 the closing occured and his family
moved into the home on the same date. He stated
that at that time many items were left undone but
his family was under time constraints and had to
move in at that time. He stated that Mr.
McKinstry gave his word that they (Mn/FSL) would
deal with the problems. On the Thursday before
Labor day he had 1 to 2 inches of water in his
basement and called a plumber who came out to the
house. On Labor Day morning they had another 2
inches of water in the basement. The plumber said
that it appeared that a connection between the
house and the sewer was not in tact. On Tuesday
morning his driveway disappeared and it was
discovered that the drain was not connected to the
sewer. He stated that he was told that in the
backfilling it must have been moved but felt that
that could not have been possible. He stated that
the problem got resolved but that they did get
water in their basement at a later date. Mn/FSL
later suggested that the problem was that his line
was filled with sanitary napkins: Dr. Hanton
stated that at that time his family had resided in
the home for no more than two weeks, that nothing
would support the Mn/FSL suggestion, and that he
felt the suggestion was "a line of baloney." He
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May 7, 1985
stated that he still does not think the line is
properly connected to the City sewer system. Dr.
Hanton stated that many other things have not been
fixed. He was told by Mn/FSL that the problem
with the whirlpool could be solved by filling the
water above the drains and then blowing into the
drains to prime them to get them to work: this did
not work. It has been two years and the whirlpool
still doesn't work. He stated that last
Thanksgiving he had a faimily party and happened
to look out a window and saw a rat running across
his yard and heading for the sewer. He contacted
the Health Officer the next day and the Health
Officer subsequently walked the neighborhood and
commented to Mrs. Hanton that there was lots of
evidence of rats in the neighborhood. He stated
that there was lots of food wrappers, milk cartons
and general debris and suggested that the Hantons
contact the contractor to have the area policed.
The Hantons contacted Mn/FSL and they agreed to
clean the area but it snowed shortly thereafter
and the policing never got done. Dr. Hanton
stated that he contacted City Hall today and was
told that there is no report from Dr. Chao but
that contact from the City Clerk to Dr. Chao
indicated that the area was littered with food
wrappers, milk cartons and debris which would
breed rats. Dr. Hanton stated that there was no
report because the Health Officer did not feel it
was a nuisance created by Mn/FSL. Dr. Hanton
stated that he has found that Mn/FSL doesn't clean
up anything and stated that this is not the type
of neighborhood where neighbors have McDonald's on
the back porch and pitch the wrappers into the
yards. He stated that his family cleaned up their
yard during construction and felt that the
contractor would not do it. He stated that he has
had a very bad feeling with Mn/FSL, that he has
attempted to deal with the contractor. He asked
whether this means that the license should be
withdrawn: Mn/FSL is a very difficult group to
deal with and does not go through with their
promises.
In response to a question from Mayor Lockwood, Dr.
Hanton responded that the debris emanates from
around the building sites: the workmen have to
eat. He stated that the workmen bring their
lunches and then leave the debris: they are
responsible for leaving the debris behind. He
felt that someone should be responsible for
policing the area while the construction is going
on.
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May 7, 1985
Mr. Tom Goetz, 700 Apache Court, stated that he
closed on his home in March,1984 and had numerous
problems at the time of closing. At that time Mr.
McKinstry said the problems would be taken care
of: some of them were, but there has been no
contact from Mn/FSL since November. He stated
that there are many deficiences in his house from
workmanship on the tile installation to nail pops
on the sheetrock, driveway sinking and cracking
concrete and settling in the backyard. He stated
he was told that those things would be taken care
of in the spring. He stated that he has a letter
from Mn/FSL acknowledging that he had referred the
matter to the H.O.W. He stated that Mn/FSL told:
those present at the neighborhood meeting that the
residents should submit their problems to H.O.W.
He stated that he is still waiting for the
contractor to correct the deficiencies in the
house and has not yet heard from HOW.
Mr. Jerry Blank, 694 Ocala Lane, stated that his
main problem has been a wet basement. He
indicated that he has recently received a letter
from Mn/FSL stating that they are going to put
gutters on the house. Another problem he has
experienced is plumbing problems in the laundry:
Mn/FSL has indicated they would take care of the
problem. He indicated that if Mn/FSL resolves
those problems he will be satisfied, but he
stated that the real point is that he has been
complaining to the firm about the wet basement for
over a year and only now are they going to do
anything about it.
Mr. Ron Jacob, 2353 Apache Court, stated that his
was the first or second house built in the
neighborhood and that Joe Dotty was the contractor who
built it. He stated that he has not had any
problems with the house but that at the time he
purchased his property, Mr. Dotty represented to
him that Minnesota Federal and he were partners,
that the area (homes) would all be of a similar
design and that there would be covenants and an
approval committee. He indicated that Mr. Dotty
made the same statement to the original people who
were building similar houses. The covenants never
materialized and the issue got lost when Joe Dotty
and Minnesota Federal split up. He felt that
Mn/FSL should follow through with the promise of a
partner at that time. In response to a question
from Councilmember Witt, he stated that Mn/FSL's
response to the matter of covenants has not been
positive and that what they propose is not worth
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May 7, 1985
anything.
Mrs. Judy Cummins, 2312 Nashua Lane, stated that
her primary concern is faulty windows. On final
inspection of their home in August, 1982, they
noticed that six windows did not function and made
the contractor aware of this and $1,000 was put in
escrow but nothing has been done about the
windows. In July of 1983 she contacted the
distributor who stated that the windows were
designed for the southern climate and should not
be used in Minnesota. Mrs. Cummins stated that
she contacted Mn/FSL and on two occasions talked
to Mr. McKinstry whose solution was to have the
firm's handyman repair the windows: that did not
work. In November, 1983, she contacted the
manufacturer's representative and the firm
inspected the windows and she was told that
windows could not work properly in holes that were
not square. She was also told that Peachtree
windows are not appropriate in this climate and in
putting double glass in the windows there is too
much strain on the hardware. In July, 1984,
Peachtree indicated that they would replace the
hardware, but Mn/FSL will not do anything.
Mn/FSL's response to the problem has been to send
the handyman out numerous unsuccessful times and
for Steve Vangan (from Mn/FSL) to close the
windows from the outside while Mrs. Cummins
promptly locked them from the inside. Thye have
since received a letter from Mr. Balyk stating
that Mn/FSL had no part in the problem. She
stated that she was told originally that there
were protective covenants and also was told that
Huber Drive would remain a small street.
Mr. Lance Moberg, 682 Ocala Lane, stated that
his problem is that he bought a house in November,
1981 at which time he was given a surveyor's
certificate that said that there were no
encroachments. He only discovered later that his
house encroaches on the adjacent lot. The
response from Mn/FSL to this problem was to tell
him that they could cut a corner off of his roof
to take care of the encroachment. He stated that
they presented him with an easement from his
neighbors, but the point is that he bought his
house with the understanding that there was no lot
line encroachment and Mn/FSL will do nothing about
it. He stated that the matter came to his
attention because
his survey was not the same as the neighbors and
indicated that Mr. Moberg's house encroached on
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May 7, 1985
the lot line.
Mr. Brent Baskfield, 687 Ocala Lane, stated that
he has lived in his home for 3 1/2 years and has
had too many problems to describe in 2 to 3
minutes. Some of the problems have been resolved
and some have not. He stated that in general it
is the attitude towards the customers and clients
and neighbors which has been more adversarial than
anything else.
Dr. Hanton stated that at the recent neighborhood
meeting Mn/FSL stated that the homeowners should
go to their HOW warranties but that he never
received a warranty and mentioned this both prior
to and at the meeting. He indicated that he had
just this past week received (from Mn/FSL) an
application for HOW protection dated April 29,
1985 stating the date of begin.ing of the warranty
period was August 30, 1983. He stated that the
warranty is on the basis of one year for
workmanship, 2 years for plumbing and 8 years for
major defects. He stated that he has called HOW
and informed him that he is confused on the
matter. They did not have his name in their files
at all. He stated that his home wasn't covered
and is not now covered and now Mn/FSL wants
him to sign and date the documents back to 1983
even though the two years of warranty are up.
Mr. Ed Lavigne, 695 Apache Lane, stated that he
has had no problems with his home but has
attempted to generate constructive dialog with
Mn/FSL on covenants and so far has been unsuc—
cessful.
Mr. Tom Balyk, legal counsel for Mn/FSL, stated
that Mn/FSL is a subsidiary of Minnesota Federal
and that a series of builders, including Fasenden
and Dotty have built in the development. He
stated that what is being considered is the
general contractor license issued to Mn/FSL and
the health and safety issues. He stated that he
has provided the Council with a preliminary
statement and that of all the testimony, Mn/FSL
built only the Goetz house: the rest were built by
August Construction and Fasenden. He stated that
the Council has heard from 6 people and 31 homes
have been built in Delaware Crossing. He
indicated that he feels there are two problems,
the warranty claims and the suggestion of
fraudulent conduct on the part of Mn/FSL relative
to covenants. He stated that he takes that issue
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May 7, 1985
seriously and does not take the allegation
lightly.
With regard to the Hanton discussion, Mr. Balyk
stated that Mn/FSL "blew it," that they didn't
order the HOW warranty and that this was an over—
sight. He stated that the first time he heard
about the issue was on April 17th and has
responded in detail in that regard. Mr. Balyk
stated that his firm has done a large amount of
warranty work. In the Goetz case, he stated, a
disinterested third party is needed and Mn/FSL is
willing to remedy anything HOW requires. He
stated that he will provide a list of Mn/FSL's
costs for the warranty work which has been done.
He pointed out that the Cummins home was not built
by Mn/FSL, that the general contractor was
Fasenden, but that as a good corporate partner,
Mn/FSL has attempted to resolve the Cummins
problem with the Fasenden product.
In response to the Jacob complaints, Mr. Balyk
stated that this is the first time he has heard
from Mr. Jacob. He also stated that he has heard
Mr. Lavigne's name mentioned previously but that
the Lavignes have no problems with their house —
they have a problem with the covenant issue.
Mr. Balyk stated that he believes he has responded
to all of the complaints he has received and also
believes Mn/FSL is taking action to resolve those
problems. He indicated that the firm has come
back and done some additional work and that he has
taken it upon himself to resolve the complaints.
He stated that he is not saying that Mn/FSL will
take care of the complaints: he believes the
problems should have been taken care of in the HOW
process.
With regard to the covenants, he stated that he
does not find any allegation that supports the
issue. He indicated that his firm is willing to
put protective covenants on the property and that
he had submitted samples of covenants on a
development in Ramsey County to the Counci this
evening. Mr. Balyk stated that the samples
reflect the kind of covenants that make sense for
single family developments.
Mr. Balyk stated that if he has not addressed and
responded to the issues he will do so. He further
stated that Mn/FSL has a vested interest in the
project: there are still 30 vacant lots in the
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May 7, 1985
development. He noted that some of the residents
have talked about reduced property values: it
would not be in Mn/FSL's best interest to do
anything that would reduce the value of the
remaining lots.
Councilmember Blesener asked Mr. Balyk to respond
to the comment about partnership with August
Construction. Mr. Balyk stated that Minnesota
Federal is the fee owner of the property and that
Joe Dotty (August Construction) was the builder,
so they were partners in a sense. He further
stated that Minnesota Federal owns fee title to
the properties and enters into joint ventures with
a general contractor to build -- Minnesota Federal
is a developer.
Councilmember Witt noted that Mr. Balyk stated
that Mn/FSL has built only one house and asked why
the firm built that house. In response, Mr. Balyk
stated that the firm only built one of the houses
which was discussed tonight. Councilmember Witt
asked why, if Mn/FSL didn't build any of the other
houses they have made repairs and responded to the
complaints. She asked if Mn/FSL did not therefore
accept the responsibility for the problems. Mr.
Balyk responded that Mn/FSL was being a good
neighbor.
Councilmember Blesener asked City Attorney Tom
Hart whether a general contractor license is
requied for a developer entity. He responded that
a license should not be required if a developer,
is the owner of the land contracting with someone
to build the homes.
Councilmember Blesener then asked if a homeowner
wanted to buy a lot from Mn/FSL and wanted to
contract with someone else to build a home whether
they could do so. Mr. Hart responded that he did
not know, and that even if the contract were
through Mn/FSL that still would not require a
license. From a contractual standpoint, he
stated, if the owner has entered into a direct
contract with Mn/FSL, they are responsible.
Mr. Balyk stated that he thought he had resolved
the survey problem (with Mr. Moberg) and further
that he readily admitted that Mn/FSL made a mistake.
He stated that Mn/FSL has spent a good deal trying to
rectify the problem. Mr. Moberg responded that as far
as he is concerned the problem has not been resolved:
he has correspondence dating back three years saying
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May 7, 1985
that he is not satisfied. He further stated that in
May of 1984 he sent Mn/FSL a letter saying that the
easement is not a satisfactory resolution of the
problem.
Mr. Bruce Hinsted, Minnesota Federal general counsel
and Vice President, stated that the last
correspondence regarding the Moberg issue was from
his attorney more than a year ago, that he had also
talked to the attorney by phone. He informed the
Council that Minnesota Federal paid Mr. Baskfield
$4,000 for the easement. He has not talked to the
Moberg's attorney since last year and has heard
nothing else on the issue until this week. He also
stated that the easement was executed and has changed
hands.
Mr. Baskfield stated that he had written a letter that
as far as he was concerned the situation was
unreasonable and that he also wrote about the shabby
treatment and runaround from Mr. Hinsted and Mr.
McKinstry. He informed the Council that he went to
Mr. Mosentine, President of Minnesota Federal to
resolve the matter. The $4,000 compensation was for
the regrading of the property to prevent ponding from
coming into his basement. He stated that he went
through a horror story with Mn/FSL, had to put forth
an extra effort to maintain a neighborhood
relationship and that the matter was a nightmare. Mr.
Baskfield stated that the process was anything but
helpful and could be summed up as adversarial. He
stated that he doesn't think that's the kind of
neighborhood situation which should exist in the City,
and that the state of the state at Mn/FSL could be
described as almost an armed camp, that everyone was
worked into a frenzy.
Mr. Balyk stated that he participated in the
neighborhood meeting and worked with Howard Dahlgren
and the City in trying to resolve the encroachment
problem. He stated that Mn/FSL has attempted to work
with the City, that it has taken some time to resolve
the problem but that he did attempt to resolve a
problem created by a surveyor.
In response to a question from Councilmember Witt
regarding the level of Mn/FSL activity as a general
contractor, Mr. Balyk responded that the firm is a
general contractor in the Delaware Crossing area.
Councilmember Witt stated that it seems to her that
Mr. McKinstry has been contacted or come out to see
the people often and that she doesn't know why he
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May 7, 1985
would respond if he had no responsibility to do so.
She stated that the people are not complaining about
Fasenden or August Construction, only about Mn/FSL.
Mr. Balyk pointed out that the City ordinance talks
about jeopardizing life or property and that
resolution of the owners disputes happens as a common
situation in the industry. He stated that he doesn't
see the kind of activity that is talked about in the
ordinance and that he hopes that the purpose of the
hearing was to take testimony on that issue.
Mr. Goetz stated that Mn/FSL indicated that he
would give the Council the bills spent on his house:
those bills have been spent for the mistakes made in
the construction of the house. He stated that he has
over 30 years of construction experience and that the
standard comment he has heard from Mn/FSL
representatives in response to the errors was "when
you are sitting in front of your fireplaces with milk
and cookies, you will forget about it."
Mr. Rich Gabriel, 670 Apache Lane, responding to the
covenants submitted by Mr. Balyk, stated that he has
read them and that they basically prohibit nuisance,
intoxicating liquor, and other things that the City's
code would prohibit anyway. He stated that the
homeowners have submitted protective covenants for
Mn/FSL's consideration and asked for comments. There
were none. He felt that there is a problem of
attitude and responsibility: between the Hanton lot
and his there is a vacant lot which harbors rats: He
felt that this is a safety and health problem. He
stated that there is debris all over the neighborhood:
debris overflowing into the yards, creating life and
safety problems, and he also pointed to the issue of
raw sewage backing up (into the Hanton house). He
felt that the basic party behind the problems is
Mn/FSL and they have taken a do-nothing attitude.
Mr. Balyk responded that the rat problem is not
Mn/FSL's problem - the Health Officer did not report
on it and told Mn/FSL it was not a problem.
With regard to the sewer back-up, Dr. Hanton stated
that he was with the plumber when the sewer line was
"snaked" and there was no evidence of sanitary
napkins. He also stated that the Health Inspector did
find evidence of rats but made no report because he
could find nothing specific to construction but did
find debris and rat evidence.
Mayor Lockwood thanked the members of the audience
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May 7, 1985
for their cooperation and patience. He stated that it
is obvious that something is wrong. He further stated
that if there is no finding by the Council of the dire
problems which Council must use in making a
determination on the license, it is obvious that there
has been a lack of good faith dealings in vendor/
customer relationship. He did not think that the
evidence is sufficient to immediately say that Mn/FSL
can no longer do business in Mendota Heights but
stated that he believes it is appropriate to refer the
matter to the City's legal counsel and staff to review
the information and prepare a report and recommenda-
tion.
Administrator Frazell indicated that preparation of a
report may take considerable time since the issue is
very complex and projected that the report may be
available for the first meeting in June.
Staff was directed to perform a thorough investigation
and report.
TENNIS COURT OVERLAY Councilmember Witt moved to authorize an
unappropriated expenditure of up to $3,440 from the
Park and Recreation budget for the resurfacing of the
Roger's Lake Park tennis courts.
Councilmember Blesener seconded the motion.
Ayes: 5
Nays: 0
NEWSLETTER
The Council acknowledged and discussed a memo from the
City Administrator regarding costs associated with
preparation of the City's newsletter.
It was the concensus of the Council that the
newsletter should continue to be prepared on a
quarterly basis but that the size should be reduced to
four pages. Staff was directed to solicit bids for
keylining and pasteup work to determine whether this
would be less costly than keylining and pasteup by
staff.
NUISANCE ENFORCEMENT The Council acknowledged and discussed a memo from the
City Administrator regarding enforcement of the City's
nuisance and zoning code ordinances.
Councilmember Cummins moved to authorize staff to
solicit applications for a seasonal employee to
perform nuisance and zoning code enforcement for the
summer months, at a maximum cost of $3,000.
Councilmember Witt seconded the motion.
Ayes: 5
Nays: 0
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
GREEN SPACE
STREET POLICY
Ayes: 4
Nays: 1 Lockwood
EASEMENT RELEASE
Ayes: 5
Nays: 0
RADIO SYSTEM UPGRADE
Ayes: 5
Nays: 0
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May 7, 1985
The Council acknowledged and discussed a memo from the
City Administrator regarding regulations on green
space in business developments.
The Council acknowledged and discussed a memo and
proposed resolution on an urban design street policy.
Councilmember Blesener moved adoption of the proposed
resolution adopting a preferred standard of urban
design streets.
Councilmember Hartmann seconded the motion.
Councilmember Hartmann pointed out that the City can
not assess above and beyond the value added by
improvements. He stated that the Council must realize
that if the City were to have a written policy the
decision on an improvement project must be made with
the knowledge that some of the assessments will be
overturned.
Attorney Hart stated that if the written policy is
adopted and the Council were to decide to waive the
policy for a future project, the Council would have to
establish that the policy is not financially or
technically feasible.
Councilmember Cummins stated that the Council would
have to make an affirmative finding before it could
construct a street improvement project: the City would
have to perform a market analysis.
After discussion, Councilmember Blesener moved to
table the matter indefinitely.
Councilmember Hartmann seconded the motion.
On the recommendation of staff, Councilmember Hartmann
moved to authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute
a Release of Easement document to release a temporary
construction easement over Lot 10, Block 1, Tilsen's
Highland Heights Plat 3.
Councilmember Blesener seconded the motion.
Councilmember Cummins moved the adoption of Resolution
No. 85-34, "RESOLUTION COMMITTING FUNDS TO UPGRADING
MUNICIPAL RADIO SYSTEM AT WEST ST. PAUL COMMUNICATIONS
CENTER."
Councilmember Hartmann seconded the motion.
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May 7, 1985
GOAL SETTING It was the concensus of the Council that a goal
setting workshop be conducted on June 10th.
ADJOURN
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Ayes: 5
Nays: 0
ATTEST:
There being no further business to come before the
Council, Councilmember Witt moved that the meeting be
adjourned to 7:30 P.M. on May 14th, at which time City
Hall architect interviews are scheduled to be
conducted.
Councilmember Hartmann seconded the motion.
TIME OF ADJOURNMENT: 11:45 o'clock P.M.
Robert G. Lockwood
Mayor
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1. A full & adequate description of all phases of the operationlaor proposed
physical changes.
2. • A topographic map of the area. Contour intervals shall be drawn at two (2)
foot intervals at a horizontal scale of 1" = 1,000' or larger. '
3. A detailed site plan of the proposal showing proposed drainage, grading &.landsu
4. A site design map showing the location of existing and future man-made features
within the site and -to a distance of five hundred (500) feet surrounding the sit(
05/07/85
AMOUNT
5.39
5.30 *..
248.30
248.30 *,
252.30
252.30 *,
100.50
100.50
624.61
624.61 *-
105.00
26.25
26 .2 5
26,25
26.25
210.00 *-'
66 OD
60.50
126.50
47.06
47.36
3,440.00
3,440.30 *,
1'87.00
187.00
66.53
66.50 *�
31 .D0
5.00
1.00
17.50
.50
55.00
187.45
187 a4 5
42.5 0
42.50 *_,
141.45
141.45
147.00
HECK REGISTER
VENDOR
AMERICAN POLICE ACAD
AIRPORT MEDI CAL CL
CENTRAL AC&HT G
CORRIGA:N ELECTRIC CO
DAKOTA CTY AUDITOR
FME CORP FILES534
EME_.CAR P_ FILES534
FME CORP FILE8534
FME CORP FILE8534
FME CORP FILE8534
PRECHS OF FI CE MCH
KRECrIS OFFICE MCH
LEONARD KANITZ
KLAMM MECH CONTR
JIM KILBUR3
LAND CARE ER
THOMPSON ?LBG
THOM'SO41 PLBG
_.THOMP.SON._P_L6G.
THOMPSIMN PLBG
TH GAPS ON PLBG
CITY M1 P=TTYCASH
PEDICAL OKI! & EO CO
RANDY MC NAMARA
MENDS T4% ti3 TS FO
Dept lU-Admin Dept 5U Kd&Bridge
15-Engr 60 -Utilities
20 -Police 70 -Parks
30 -Fire 80 -Manning
I TEM DESCRIP TION--Ceo
INFO REQUEST
EXA MSVILLARD/THOMAS
RPR HTG SYSTEM
HWY 55&MH RD
0/S ASSMTS2121D00D
6MDS 86MTCN
6MOS85MTCN . _
6MOS85MTCN
6MOS85MTCN
6MDS85MTC?
IBM R B NS
SPLYS
COVERALLS
PYMT 6 FS FINAL
ELECTRICAL WORK FS.
TORO BLADE
ACC80N7mA0� o�
01-4402-020-20
01-4244-030-30
01-4330-490- 30
01-4211-420-50
16-4490-850-00
01-1215-000-00
490r_ 10
01-4305-040-40
01-4330-490-20
_05-4330,490-15
.01-4300-110-10
01-4300-110-10
f
01-4490-050-50
• 16-4460-850-00
01-41 10-031-30
01-4330.-496-70
RFD PER m2426 01-3254-000-00
RFD PERM1948 01-3255-000-00
RFIl _ S /C H _.
RFD PER M2427 15-3252-000-00
RFD S -/CNG 15-3315-000-00
REIMBURSE PC
CYL HYDRO TEST
MI FF I
TRNG IGH
01-1021-000-00
01-4330-490-30
01-4415-030-30
01-4400-030-30
A MOUNT
1 47.00 *-
1 ,800.00
1,800.00 *-
14.50
14.50 *,
29.40
29.40 *,
11.97
11,97 *�
479.50
479.50
88.70
88.70
88.60
266.00
60.00
60.00 +�
1w1422,76
1,422,76 +t,
82.12
'82.12
6,901.75
6,901 .75 -
9.15
9.15
9.20
27.50
535.J0
535.00
65.0
382.91
234.93
67.79
750.63
28.77
23.77 *-
122.80
122.8-0 *-
440.30
CHECK REGISTER
VENDOR
M000VS IMUESTORS SVC
MAIL FIRE PROT
L ROY NOA K
PERSONAL COMPUTING
POUCHER PRTG&LITHO
P IONEER HI - BRED
PIONEER HS -BRED
PIONEER HI -BRED
ST MINN POST BD
ST TREAS
SO ST PAUL BEELINE
SHAUS HNESSY C0
S L S INC
S L S INC
S L S INC
SPECIALTY SALESSVC
UNITED ELECTR IC
UNITED ELECTRIC
UNITED ELECTRIC
UNIT=D ELECTRIC
UNITED STORES
CRAGU NS
LMC
ITEM DESCRIPTION
BOND RATING FEE
ONE YR F IRE COMMAND
EXP SPEC DRILL 4/20
ONE YR SUBS
BO PRTG 2/1 ISSUE
GRASS SEED
GRASS SEED
GRASS SEEO
1985 LIC
1ST QTR S/CHCS__
ALIGN
80 FEE 2/1 ISSUE
I D CARDS
I D CARDS
I D CARDS
PLAQUE FS
PARTS
PARTS
PARTS
PARTS
BLA NKETS
BALANCE
ANNL CON F
ACCOUNT NO. IN3b.
75-4226-000-00
01-4402-030-.30 TI
01-4490-030-30
01-4402-110-10 4
75-4226-000-00 .9
01-4305-050-50 2
01-4305-070-70 2
15-4305-060-60 2
01-4404-020-20
01-4447-110-'1
01-4330-440-20 2
75-4226-000-00
01-4490-020-20 7
01-4490-110-10 7
05-4490-105-15 7
16-4490-850-00 M
01-4330-460-30 4
___01-4330-460-30 4
01-4330-460-30 4
01-4330-460-30 ,4
01-4330-440-20 A
01-4400-110-'
01-4400-110-10
MOUNT
440.00 11‘.."
182.10
182.10
713.55
713.55
3,59
4.50
8.09
23.00
53.36
76.36
4.44
4.44
107.91
4.45
121.24 -*/9
96.93
96.93 4,../
63,36
63.36
59,84
59.84
12.00
3.38
27.80
6.42
34.26
7.38
9.75
100.99
CHECK REISTER
VENN)?
JOE WE PSS
WILENSKY
AT & T INF) SYSTEMS
AT & T INFO SYSTEMS
B&J Auro SPLY
B&J AUTO SPLY
BD WATER COMMISSION
BO WATER :OMMISSION
BO WATOR COMMISSION
BD wAT:a :DMMISSION
BROWN PHOTO
CASE POWER&EQUIP
CHAPIN PUBL
CITY MOTOR SUPPLY
CITY.MOTOR SUPPLY
CITY MOTOR SUPPLY
CITY MOTOR SUPPLY
CITY MOTOR SUPPLY
CITY MOTOR SUPPLY
CITY MOTOR SUPPLY
ITEM DESCRIPTION
PARTS
PARTSYLBR 304
APR SVC
APR SVC
ACCOUNT NO. INV.
01-4330-460-30 11
01-4330-490-50 w
01..4210'.020..20
014210..070..70
SEAL .BEAM-_. 01-4330-440-20 44
BATTERY CRE 01-4330-490-70 44
2431LEX
2431LEX
21210000
2431LEX
01!.4425..310..50
01..4425..310..70
01-4425-31 5-30
15..4425..310..60
FILM 01•4305..020..20 23
SEAL KIT/SOCKET 15..4330..490..60 37
SEAL COAT ._. 01-4240-050-50 34
FLOR DRI
AC
MUD FLAPS
MISC PARTS
MISC PARTS
AC
BELTS 505/506
01-4305-070-70 18
01,4330..440..20 18
01-4330-440-20 18
01-.4330-460..30 18
01...4330..490.'70 18
01-4330-490-70 18
01-4330-490-70 18
CHECK REGISTER
MOUNT VENDOR ITEM DESCRIPTION ACCOUNT NO. INV.
14.72
2.77
9 .12
26• 61
*..
74.1 5
118.65
59.32
252.1 2
125.36
4.75
1 30.1 1 *L
COAST TO COAST
COAST TO OAST
COAST TO : OAST
CONTEL CR_D IT CORP
CONTEL CREDIT CORP
CONT_L CREDIT CORP
COPY ENUI' CO
COPY__E.QUIP CO
PAI NT
TRASH BAGS
TIE GOWNS
MAY PYMT 42
MAY PYMT 42
MAY PYMT 42
MISC SPLYS
VELLUM _
01-4305-070 4(
01-4 305-070- 70 4i
01-4305-070-70 4E
01-4210-020-20 5:i
01....4210.0 10.0 0 5i
05-4210-105-15 5i
05-4300-105-15 1(
_, .._--,--- - 10-43052!.000-00 1(
121.25 D;,R CORIP. 1985 TAXES 01-4200-600-10
1 ,601.00 DCR CORP. MAY RENT __._.____..,._..._-_01-4200-b00-10
121.25 OCR CORP. 1985 TAXES 01-4200-600-20
905.00 OCR CORP. MAY RENT 01-4200-600-20
1,664.00 DCR CORP. MAY RENT 05-4200-600-1
121.21 OCR CORP. 1985 TAXES 05-4200-600-.
4,533.71 *✓
120.00 DENNIS DELMONT MO ALLOW
120.00
144.64 ELVIN SAFETY SUPPLY NOSE CUP
144.64
102.65 EXECUTONE SYSTEMS RPRS EXT14
102.65 iv
17.28 FRAZELL KEVIN TEA!! BLDG BOOKS _.
175.0,0 FRAZELL KEVIN MAY ALL01i
192.28 *_-
25.78
25,78
25.78
FORT ROAD I DWE .
FORT RIOA) HD WE
FORT ROAD HD WF
SHOP CLNG_.SP.LYS
SHOP CLNG SPLYS
SHOP CLNG SPLYS
_. 01-4415-021-20
01-4330-490-30 84
01-4330-490-20 31
01-4402-110-10
01-4415-110-10
_4.1-_4.3 35-310- 5 ....
01-4335-310-70 13
15-4335-310-60 13
AMOUNT,
77•34 *..>
107.82
105.32
213.14
21.20
45.00
66.20 *-
132.31
66.1 9
198.50 *V
49.75
16.15
7.60
3.60
80.30
21 .85
6.2 5
4 .40
189.90
8.41
2.70
13.74
10.00
2.67
7.18
1 4.15
4.72
11.89
75.46
5.95
6.77
3.90
9.23
25.85 *!
CHECK REGISTER
V:NDOR
G0ODYE4-R SERVICE STR
GOODYEAR SERVICE STR
I C M A-
I C M
ICMA RC
I CMA RC
INTER CITY
I NTE R CITY
INTER CITY
INTER CITY
INTER CITY
INTER CITY
INTER CITY
INTER CITY
KNUTH TOM
KNUTH TOM
KNUTH TOM
KNUTH TOM
KNUTH TOM
KNUTH TOM
KNUTH TOM
KNUTH TOM
KNUTH TOM
PAPER
PAPER
PAPER
PAPER
PAPER
PAPER
PAPER
PAPER
KULLANDER GUY
KULLtNDER GUY
KULLANDER GUY
KULLMNDER GUY
1.273.00 LANGULA1 H09E
1 ,273.00 */
ITEM DESCRIPTION
TIRES
TIRES
PMS PUBL
ACCOUNT NO. INV.
01-.4330-4413-20 3:
01-4330-440-20 3
01-4402-020-20 0
ELECTED OFF HANDBOOK 01-4402-110-10
4/26 PAYROLL
4/26PATROLL
COPY
COPY
COPY
COPY
COPY
COPY
COPY
COPY
PAPER
PAPER
PAPER
PAPER
PAPER
PAPER
PAPER
PAPER
THRU 4,/30
THRU 4/3 0
THRU 4/3 0 ._
MO ALLOW
THR U 4 /30
THRU 4/3 0 _ ._
THRU 4/30
THRU 4/30
THRU 4/30 .
THRU 4/30
THRU 4/30 _
THRU 4/30
THRU 4/30
ROTARY MOVER
01-2072-000-00
01-41 34-110-10
01-4300-020-20 B'
01-4300- 030-30 B'
.0.1-_4300-040-.40_8
01-4 300- 080- 80 B°
01-4300-110-10 8
05-4300-105-15.8
10-4300-000-00 8'
15-4300-060-60 8'
01-4415-040-40
05-4305-10 5-1 5
_OS -4415-_105- 15.._
05-4415-105-1 5
10-4415-000-00
.51-4415-.92.5-00
87-4415-812-00
88-4415-828-00
05-4415-105-15
__..10-4415-.000-00
87-4415-812-00
88-4415-828-00
12-4620-000-00 8;
AMOUNT
1 53.00
153.33
59.80
293 .30.
67. 74
41 7.54
9.00
9.30,
9.00
1,092 .30
18.89
101 .60
18.80
557.65
73.35
1 8.80
1 ,881 .3 9 sk-'.
4 9.35
16.00
7.55
3.60
79.70
2.87
21 . 65
6.20
4 • 3,
191 .30
597,10
826 .50
436.30
155.00
651 .25
281.00
682.50
620.30
155.00
VEND0'.
LEIS
CHECK REGISTER
Lmar HP 'LAN
LMCI T 1P 'LAN
LMCI T HP' 'LAN
LEEF EROS INC
LEEFBROS INC
L EEF 8R'0S INC
LO GI
LOGIS
LOGIS
LOGIS
0 GI S
LOGIS
OGI
M& W INC
M&W INC
M&W INC
M&W INC
M& W INC
M&sti INC
M&W INC
M&W INC
M&W INC
CA NONPROD
C14 NONPR op
CANONPROD
CA NONPROD
CANONPROD
CANONPROD
CANONPROD
CANONPROD_
CANONPROD
MEDCENTERS HP
MEDC:NTERS HP
MEDCENTERS
MEDCENTERS HP
MEDCENTERS HP
MEDCE NTERS HP
MFDCr NT Re* ifiP
MEDCENTERS HP
MEDCENTERS HP
ITEM DESCRIPTION
MAY DUES:
MAY PREM
MAY PRE M
MAY PREM
APR SVC
APR SVC_
APR SVC
MAR SVC _
MAR SVC
MAR S VC
MAR SVC
MAR SVC
MAR. SVC
MAR SVC
MTC N/COP IES
MTC N/COP IES_
MTC N/COP IES
MTCN/COPIES
MTC IN /COP IES.
FRT T ONER
MTCN/COP IES
MTC N/CQLS.._
MTC N/COP IES
MAY
MAY
MAY
MAY
MAY
MAY
MAY
MAY
MAY
PRE M
PREM
PREM
PREM
PREM
PREM
PREM
PREM
PREM
ACCOUNT NO. xi*
01..20 75.• 000-.40
01-.20 74..000...00'
01-4131-020-2V
..01-4i 31-021- 20t
01-4335-310..50'1
017.7.4335-310..,70
15-4335-310-60
214."0 111'0 0
03‘,4214..,000...001
05..4214-10 5..1 5]
10...4214-,000' ]
15-4214-060-
16-4214-000-00 A ]
21r421 4-000-00
01-4300-020-20
_01.n4,3007.930!.30
01-4300-040-40 '
01-4300-080-80 '
01.524300-110-10
01-4300-110-10 '
05-4 300-105- 15
4(30-!000?.00
15-4 300-060-60
.01?2074,..00.0-00
01-41 31-020-20
01-41 31-021- 20
01.m41 31-040-40
01-41 31-050-5'-
01-41 31-070-
0_1-4.1.31-!11 OT 1U
05-41 31- 105-15
15-41 31-060-60
AMOUNT
4,404.35 *�
833.33-
22,227.65
33.33-
22,227.65
2 ,083.33-
19,310.99 *�
7.80
7.80
7.80
7.80
7.80
7.80
7.83
7.80
62.40 *-
24.95
8.30.
32.95 *-
1 50.00
150.00
1 6.30
59.45
17.00
122.45
1 77.3 7
119.29
37.46
75.60
293.93
57.17
37.46
797 .98
* i
1 83,.3.3
80.00
260.00 *_-•
CHECK REGISTER
VE MD OR
METRO WASTE CONTROL
METRO WASTE CONTROL
METRO WASTE CONTROL
MILLER
MILLER
MILLER
MILLER
MILLER
MILLER
MILLER
MILLER
PRINTI NG
PR INT ING
PRINTI NG
PRINTING
PRINTING
PRINTING
PRINTING
PRINTING
MINN BENEFIT ASSN
MINN_ BENEFIT ASSN
MN DEPT PUBLICSAFETY
MINN FIRE INC
MINM FIRE INC
MINN FIRE INC
NORTHWESTERN BELL
NORTIWESTERN BELL
NORTHWESTERN BELL
NORTH WE S T. . R N _._BELL
NORTHWESTERN BELL
NORTHWESTERN BELL
NORTHWESTERN BELL
OAK C REST KENNELS
OAK CREST KENNELS
143..0 OSWALD SIRE HOSE
ITEM DES CRIP.TI ON
MAY INSTALL
MAY INSTALL
MAY INSTALL
ID TAGS
IO TA GS
ID TAGS
ID TAGS
ID TAGS
_. ID.. TAGS
ID TAGS
ID TAGS
ACCOUNT NO. I1
14-3575-000-0(
15-4449-060-61
17-35 75-000-0(
01-4490-020-2(
01-4490-030-31
01-4490-040-4I
01-4490-050-5(
01-4490-070-7(
_ .01-.4490-110-1(
05-4490-105-1'
15-4490-060-6(
MAY PREM 01-2074-000-0C
MAY _PrREM _ _.._ _._._ 01-4131-021-2(
1ST QTR CHGS _ _. _ _.
DRY CHEM
. FIRE OUT
DRY CHEM
APR SVC
APR SVC
APR SVC
_.._.APR SVC
APR SVC
APR SVC
APR SVC
APR SVC
ADAPTERS
_ 01-4200-600-2(
01-4 305-.030-.3(
01-4305-030-3C
01-4305-030-3(
01-4210-020- 2C
01-4210-030-3C
01...4210.-050..5C
01-4210-070-7(
01-4210-110-1C
05-4210-105-15
15-4210-060-6(
01-4221-800-9C
01-4225-800-9(
01-4330-460- 3C
4MOUNT
140.00
7,84
153,65
135.03
296.52 *�
2,149,50
287.40
371 .00
52.85
477.50
271.15
1 ,338.35
52.25
5,000.0
164.85
164, 85 *�•
21 .49
35.05
11.41
48.05
18.49
12.98
5.06
4.25
156,78
40.00 __ .
40.00 *....-
1
_
1 ,089.95
66.80
95.40
834,75
174,10
124.10
2,385 .10
CHECK REGISTER
VENDOR
PAYLESS ,CASH WAYS INC
PAYLESS CASHWAYS INC
PAYLESS CASH WAYS INC
, PEAT-MARWICK- MITCHEL
PEAT• MARWICK-MITCHEL
PEAT -Mei RWI CK- MITCHEL
PEAT -MAR WICK-MITCHEL
PEA T-MARWI CK- MITCHEL
PF AT.. MARWICK-MITCHEL
PEA T-MARWI CK- MITCHEL
PEAT- MARWICK-MITCHEL
POWER BRAKE EQUIP CO
S&T
S&T
S&T
S&T
S&T
S&T
S&T
S&T
OFFICE
OFF ICE
OFFICE
OFFICE
OFFICE
OFFICE
_OFFICE
OFFICE
PROD
PR OD
PROD
PROD
PROD
PR 00
PROD
PROD
SELAND R._DUAN E C
SHAUGHNESSY L E JR
SHAUGHNESSY L E JR . ,,.
SH AUGHNESSY L E JR
SHAUGHNESSY L E JR
SHAUGHNESSY L E JR ._.....__
SHAUGHNESSY L E JR
10.44 SIGNAL CAR WASH
ITEM DESCRIPTION_
SPLYS
SPLYS
SPLYS
2ND PYMT AUDIT FEE
2ND PYMT AUDIT FEE
2N0 PYMT._-_AUDITT_ FEE
2N0 PYMT AUDIT FEE
2ND PYMT AUDIT FEE
2ND PYMT AURIT_.F_EE__
2N0 PYMT AUDIT FEE
2ND PYMT AUDIT FEE
PARTS 501
FILES
MI SC SPLYS
MISC SPLYS
MISC .STFLYS..
COL SHEETS
MISC SPLYS
ACCOUNT NO. IN+V:.
01-4305-050-50
01-4305-070-703S
01-4305-070-70€
01-4220-130-10
03-4220-130-00
.05-4 220-130-15
10-4220-130-00
14-4220-130-00
16-4220-130-00
21-4220-130-00
01-4330-490-70 ?,
01-4300,020-20 IC
01-4300-020-20 IS
01-4300-020-20 34
01-43.00-.020-20 1
01-4300-020-20 16
01-4300-110-10 1�
RBR,_BAND S__- ___.�_.___. _._05-4300_-_105-_i5
PENCILS 05-4300-105.-15 1g
APR SVC
APR._S VC ..,
APR SVC
APR SVC
APR. SVC
APR S VC
MAR WASHES
01-4415,-200-.7.0_.._
01-4220-132-10
03-4220-132-.00.
05-4220-132.15
14-4220-132.00
16-4220-132-,00
21.4220-132-00
01-4430-020-20 21
A MOU NT
10.44 •+tom
1,945 .83
1 ,330.85
537.29
18.16
46.35
1 92. 39
106.44
1 41.39
178.70
58 .1 7_
4,555.57 */
45.48
45.4 8
16.15
32.35
48.60 .
82.65
20.65
200.40 */
79.1 7
34.1 2
19.80
9.90
142.99 *-
90.0.0._.
90.00 *__
72.33
10.50
82.80
VENDOR
STATE
STATE
STATE
STATE
STATE.
STATE
_STATE
STATE
STATE
STATE
CHECK REGISTER
TRE4 S
TREAS
TREAS
TRE%S
TRE4S
TREAS
TREAS
TREAS
TREAS
TREAS
DERA
P ERA
PERA
P ERA
PERA
P ERA
PERA
P ERA
PERA
P ERA
SUN NEWSPAPERS
^
UNIF ORMS UNLIMITED
UNIFORMS UNLIMI TED
UNIFORMS UNLIMITED
UNIFORMS UNLIMI TED
UNIFORMS UNLIMITED
UNITED CENT TRUSTEE
UNITED CENT TRUSTEE
UNITED CENT.. TRUSTEE.
UNITED CENT TRUSTEE
UNITED WAY, ST PAUL
VIKING IND;ISTRIAL CT
VIKING INDUSTRIAL CT
ITEM DESCRIPTION_
4 /1 2 PAYROLL...
4/12 PAYROLL
4/12 PAYROLL
4112 PAYROLL
4 /1 2 PAYROLL
4/12 PAYROLL
4/1 2_. PAY ROLL ..
4/12 PAYRCLL
4/12 PAYROLL
4/1 2 ,PAY ROLL __.
HRG NOT
HAT BLAC KFELLNER
PANTS KL E!BER
HI GLO .BADGE_.__._
MISC BLACKFELLNER
GLOVES MILLER
MAY PRE M
MAY PREM
MAX PREM_. _._ _......_._.__
MAY PREM
ACCOUNT NO. IN`
01-2062-000-00
01-41 34-020- 20
01-4134-021-20
01-41 34-030-30
01-4134-040-40
01-4134-050-50
01-4134-070-70
01-4134-110-10
05-4134-105-15
15...4134- 060-60
63-4240-937-00
01-4410-020-20
01-4410-020-20
D1-4410-020-20
01-4410-020-20
01-4410-020- 20
01-2071-000-00
01-4132-020-20
_ 01-4132-050-50.
01-41 32-070-70
MAY. ...WH._..01-20 70-000- 00.
TAPE
EAR PLUG S._.__.____ ._..._ .....
93.00 WALDOR PUMP, FLOAT
93 .00_.
01-4305-030-30
01-4490-070-70
15-4330-400-60
AMOUNT,
131.20
131 .20 *„.,
26 9297.33
373.39
3 ,522 .21
98.29
1 ,273.00
478.92
23 ,625. 85
6,185,41
2 ,083.33-
195.05
7.18
45.48
9 ,1 t1 .25
18.05
13.95
11.89
69,243.42
MANUAL CHECKS
10750
10751
10752
10753
10754
10755
10756
10758
10757
10759
10760.
10761
10762
10763
10764
10765
10766
CHECK REGISTER
VENDOR
WESTERN LIFE INS CO
FU4 0
FU ND
FIND
FUND
FUND
FUND
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FUND
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FUND
FUND
FUND
FUND
FUND
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01
03
35
10
12
14
15
16
17
21
51
63
75
87
88
98
TOTAL
TOT AL
TOTAL
TOTAL
TOTAL
TOT AL
TOTAL
TOT AL
TOTAL
TOTAL
TOTAL
TOTAL
TOTAL_
TOTAL
TOTAL
TOTAL
TOTAL
4,733.22 Dir Internal Revenue
5,448.33 Commissioner REvenue
2,709.58 St Treas SS Fund
475.00 DC Bank
1,323.72 SCCU- --
21,966.76 City MH PR Acct
76.00 Ramsey County
3,783.13 NSP
VOID
21,653.54 Venita Warnke
- VOID --
500.00
2,677.16
4,976.61
475.00
1,323.72
22,423.81.
94,545.58
GT 163,789.20
USPost Office
St Treas SS Fund
Dir. Intarnal Rev
DCB
S CCU
City MH -ft Acct
ITEM DESCRIPTION
MAY PRE M
ACCOUNT NO.IN-
01-41
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GENERAL FUND
WATER REVENUE FUND
ENGR ENTERPR ISE
SPECIAL PARK FUND
EQUIPMENT CERTIFICATES
C ONSOLIDA:TED_OEBT. SERVIC
SEWER UTILITY
TID 179-7/81-4/82-2182-6
UTIL RES ERVE__ _ .
INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT
179.-3 MI R IAM--HIAW DRAINA
179.1 3/.,8 2,3/82..4 494.135E_
181 4/81 .4/81•4
T83...4/83-413 GRYC/OAK CTY
185-3 68, L___P,R DPER T Y
184-6MH RD LEX 55 MSA
4/12 W/H
3/26&4/12 W/H
4/12 FICA
4/12 Payroll Deductions
Net Payroll 4/12
Bail
. 4/30 Due Date-.
Pymt 2
Refill Meter
4/26 Payroll
4/26 W/H
4/26 Payroll Deductions
+.,
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Net
-Net Payroll 4/26--------
32-03(
CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
DAKOTA COUNTY, MINNESOTA
ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE REGULATING TRUCK PARKING
The City Council of the City of Mendota Heights, Minnesota, ordains as
follows:
SECTION 1. It is unlawful to park a detached semi -trailer upon any
residential street within the City.
SECTION 2. It is unlawful to park a semi -trailer, truck -tractor, �r a
combination thereof, within an area zoned as a residential district,
except for the purpose of loading or unloading the same.
SECTION 3. Any person violating any provisions of this Ordinance may
be guilty of a misdemeanor and upon conviction may be punished by a
fine of not more than seven hundred dollars ($700.00) or imprisoned for
not more than ninety (90) days or both, plus the. cost of prosecution in
any case.
SECTION 4. This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and
after its publication according to law.
Enacted by the City Council of the City of Mendota Heights this
of , 1985.
ATTEST:
Kathleen M. Swanson
City Clerk
CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
By
Robert G. Lockwood
Mayor
CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
MEMO
TO: Mayor, City Council and Cit dntif{s�� trator
FROM: Jim Danielson
Public Works Director
and
Thomas C. Knuth
Senior Engineering Technician
SUBJECT: Lake LeMay Flooding
INTRODUCTION:
In response to a request for help from Mr. Bredvold about the rising
level of Lake LeMay (letter attached), staff has completed a background
study.
DISCUSSION:
The water levels in both LeMay and Augusta Lakes, because there is no
outlet and development has continued in the area, has been steadily getting
higher (see attached table). As of 3-21-85 the water level of LeMay was
about 3-1/2 feet below Bredvold's garage/basement; 1-1/2 feet below their
gravel driveway; and 5 feet below their neighbor's garage. Estimating from
the contour map, this would put the Lake elevation at 839+, up 3-4 feet from
1982 and up 7-9 feet from the 1974 aerials. Lake Augusta's elevation is
estimated to be about 835, up 2 feet from 1982 and up 7 feet from the 1974
aerials. For comparison purposes, if Lake LeMay were to rise another 3
feet, this would be approximately 98 acre-feet of water, while the drainage
district for LeMay is 190 acres.
If the Lake continues to rise before Mn/DOT begins work on Trunk High-
way 55, an emergency pumping project could be undertaken across to Lake
Augusta over land 23 feet higher than Lake LeMay. (Resurrection Cemetery is
already having problems with flooding of their pump house) If a real dire
situation were to arise, a horseshoe pattern of sandbags could protect the
basement until the pumps lower the lake. Another alternative would be to
install the proposed LeMay overflow storm line before Mn/DOT construction.
This would be done at a considerably higher expense than during a coordi-
nated construction project. Estimated pumping costs and extra overflow
storm sewer costs can be obtained if needed. (The Bredvold's will be noti-
fied that this matter is being put on the May 7, 1985 City Council Agenda by
sending them a copy of this memo)
RECOMMENDATION:
There is little the City can do at this time to help the Bredvold's
with their problem. The time to act will be in conjunction with the Mn/DOT
Mendota Interchange Project, which is due to be completed in 1989. If the
water continues to rise, and the City wants to help the Bredvold's, the
possibility of pumping into Lake Augusta could be studied as an emergency
alternative.
ACTION REQUIRED:
Short of ordering a project there is no action that can be taken by the
Council at this time.
' -HISTORr-OFLAKE LEMAY AND LAKE AUGUSTA LEVELS
DATE AUGUSTA LEMAY SOURCE
1934+ 825+ 830+ McLagen Survey
1954 822 1974 Hickock Report
1962 6-26 825.15 826.2 Barr Engineering
1962+ 822 830 Barr Engineering
1967 822 U.S.G.S.
1963 825+ 826.6 (Swamp) Mn/DOT Topography
1974 Nov. 828.3 832.2 S Mendota Heights Topo-
830.1 N graphy Air Photo Topo-
graphy by Harry S.
Johnson
1980 6-26 833.7 WCA Survey
1980 7-29 833.2 WCA Survey
1980 834.4 Mark on Resurrection
Cemetery Pump House
Wall
1982 4-27 833.23 835.63 WCA Survey
1985 3-20
839+ Mendota Heights
Engineering Dept.
• ^:7.17,
NEWSLETTER COSTS - FIRST QUARTER - 1985
Printing/Typesetting $880.45
Northwest Printcrafters $357.45
Miller Printing 523.00
Postage 265.45
Mileage/Miscellaneous 176.00
Staff Costs 2,381.75
Total Cost $3,652.85
..f
MENDOTA ri's FIRE DEPARTMENT
MONTHLY REPORT
Fire Calls No.85-42 Thru .85-64 Number of Calls 23 Month of April
FIRE ALARMS DISPATCHED
TYPE NO. STRUCTURE CONTENTS MISC. TOTALS TO DATE
$2,n00 $9,090
Commercial
Residencial 2
Vehicle Fires 3
Contract Fires(A11)
Vehicle Accidents
Rescue (no fire)
Grass, Brush&No Value
False Alarm Criminal
1
False
False
11
Commercial.
Residencial
-0--
$2,000 3,000
$ 2,000 $ 2,000
Monthly Loss Totals Men,Htgs.
3 All Fires All Areas $ 4,000 $ 5,090
-0-
7
4
Men Hgts Only Struct/Contents 2,090
Men Hgts Only Miscellaneous 3,000
Men Hgts Total Loss to Date 5,090
.BILLING FOR SERVICES
Good Intent Calls 2 Agency 'This Month To Date
TOTAL CALLS 23 Mn:DOT
LOCATION OF FIRE ALARMS To Date Last Yr. Milw RR
Mendota Heights 20 57 45 CNW RR
Mendota 3 3 Others
Sunfish Lake 1 2
Lilydale
Other Mutual Aid, WSP 2 2 1 FIRE MARSHAL'S TIME FOR MONTH
TOTAL 23 64 57 Inspections
1
7
TOTALS $
WORK PFRFORMED
Fire Calls
Meetings
Drills
Weekly Clean -Up
Special Training
Administrative
Fire Marshal
TOTA
Hours To Date Last Yr.
345 1017 1263
76 160 125
68 226 230
42
76 188
NOT REPORTED
177
Investigations
Fire Calls
Meetings
ills, Training
Miscellaneous
Total NOT REPORTED
799 2228 .2055 Remarks: See other side of this
!Meet for monthly synopsis.
SYNOPSIS OF MONTHLY CALLS
This was a very busy month for the department. We responded to 23 calls,
seven of which were of the grass -type fires. The department had one serious
structure fire on April 21, at 2535 Pilot Knob Road. The department was dispatched
at 5:11 P.M., to a waterflow alarm there. When they arrived, they found heavy
smoke in one of the rented spaces owned by Ralph Linvill & Associates. The fire
was virtually out when the men entered,thanks to the operation of the sprinkler
system. Smoke and fire damage was confined to the silver products space, but
water damage occurred in three other rental units. Damage was set at $2,000.
The department also responded to two mutual aid calls to West St. Paul.
The first was to fight a large grass fire in the Dodge Nature Center and while
fighting that fire, we assisted in responding to a possible structure fire, which
turned out to be nothing. West St. Paul then returned the favor and assisted
us at a large brush fire near Sibley.
SYNOPSIS OF MONTHLY TRAINING
The department had a very busy month with over 260 hours devoted to training.
The highlight of the month was on April 20th, when an airplane carrying 70 passen-
gers crashed at St. Thomas Academy. There -were over 300 people and 20 agencies
participating in the drill. According to sources, this was one of the largest
drills ever conducted in the metropolitan.area. The drill did not go as smoothly
as everyone would have liked it to, but overall, we felt that everyone learned
a lot and that there still is work to be done to prepare for such a large disaster.
FIRE DEPARTMENT
MONTHLY WORK PERFORMANCE
Month ,4ptsL , 1985
Calls for
Month ot3
Fire
Calls
Fire
Calls
Per-
centUp
Clean
Month-
ly
Bus.
Meet-
Of Pr
Meet
Spec.
Drills
Other
Act'y
Other
Act'y
Year Total
to Date (,'I .
Att'd
Month
Att'd
Year
Att'd
Year
•
Hrs 2..
rill
Hrs 2
ing
Hrs 1
ing
Firs/
liars a.
ix&OA
Hrs 7
Ste"-
Hrs
LeRoy Noack. Chief`
13
Y 7 77
k X
kX
X
X
XXX
)(
Admin
John Maczkof .Asst.
13
$ , .59
X
XX
Xi
x
XXr
X_
e'7 Hrs
Asst.
`
-
C.pt. Jamie Lerbs 1y
37 50
X
X
K
Paul Dreelan . 12..
37 S6
X
X
X ` '
X
Mike Coonan '
to
a 3 3 to
A
X X
Gordy Skjerven
11
32 0
X
X•
k•
Ed A4rian
8
31
Pat Knight
10
37 513
X
rX X
XXIX Y
X
Allen Valencout.1
/
.2 3-2- i
?i
.._2(X
.___K,1�
�X
`J►'
Marc Connolly
Cam
T ?
LIS 10_e 7
j„S(X -
X" I)0(
Paul Maczko
Rengef6
Bill Chisler
5
20 i'
)(
Y Y
John Neska
Zo
L•/5 70
X X
X
Steve Carlson
8
.0 31
X X
Dick Zwirn
1O
37 5$
X X X X X
George Lowe
11
3 L1 53
X 1 X X x X
Mike Thomas
7
1
X'
Pete Villard
--
�c
__X_�_
Cagt- .Teff St•Pnh mg
10
015- 19
X
1 • Il 1 i
.
Gnrgp Nnark Sr
9
013 3(.
jIx
I
Gera1A Na1Snn
12-
30 H7
X
X X !X JC K
T.amhart• nprk.
027
yZ
X•
•
Bill7.enc�
_JO
3
12
19
X
' X ,
George Noack Jr.
18
38.
59
X
Ted Husnik
I3
35
55
X
r X X
Mike Maczko
l'1 :
35
Ss
1: X
•
•
Capt. Ken Noack
15 .
YS
70
X
x X J( a' .X 'X
' Tom Weinzettel
9
.23
3(0
X
Tom Olund
9
al
3 8
Xi
x
John Lapakko
15
113
(07
)(
X
Jim Kilburg
/C
37
58
X :
XX X 1 Y X !C
_
Keith Stein
/3
�7
58
)0X 1
X"X' • XX
x
Randy McNamara 13
3 2..
50
X
1C ! X
i
ar
X
�
t
i
Total Attended
a� � •
3R
a�`I !-�
aV
A0
a
Tot. Man Hours
in_
J8
2
+'{
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L.st Y.
C mments
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51.103
_
57.73
CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
TREASURER'S REPORT - APRIL, 1985
L. SHAUGHNESSY
DAKOTA COUNTY STATE BANK
Checking Account
Savings Account
C.D. Due
Savings Certificates 9-25-85 @ 8.86%
Collateral - Bonds
Gov't Guar.
CHEROKEE STATE BANK
C.D. due 7-28-85 @ 7.85%
C.D. due 7-07-85 @ 12.75
C.D. due 5-4-85 @ 8.35%
Savings Cert. 9-3-85
at 10.7%
TOTA L
Collateral -Bonds
Gov't. Guar.
U.S.TREASURY BILLS
due 3-20-86 $690,000
9-12-85 425,000
5-02-85 680,000
Collateral -Bonds
Gov't. Guar.
BALANC E
$ 97,043.75
387.87
25,000.00
TOTAL $22,431.62
$200,000
100,000
250,000.00
300,000.00
125,000.00
13,952.59
$ 688,952.59
1,500,000.00
100,000.00
(AM) (10.60)
(1st) (9.85)
(Dk)
MINNESOTA STATE BANK
C.D. Due
Collateral, Gov't. Guar.
MINNESOTA FEDERAL SAVINGS & LOAN
C.D. due 3-12-85 @ 11.85%
Collateral, Gov't. Guar.
FIRST NATIONAL BANK OF ST. PAUL
C.D. due
Collateral - Bonds
Gov't. Guar.
Repo.
$625,884.43
405,877.36
648,234.93
TOTAL FUNDS AVAILABLE: $2,491,380.93
COLLATERAL
$300,000
1,600,000
100,000
RE: Case 1185-05, Michael R. Kurtz, Subdivision
April'l8, 1985
There is no problem with this site plan from the fire surpression view
as long as they maintain a minimum clearance of 12' x 12' in the driveway
wide high