2017-06-06 Council MinutesCITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
DAKOTA COUNTY
STATE OF MINNESOTA
Minutes of the Regular Meeting
Held Tuesday, June 6, 2017
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the regular meeting of the City Council, City of Mendota
Heights, Minnesota was held at 7:00 p.m. at City Hall, 1101 Victoria Curve, Mendota Heights,
Minnesota.
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Garlock called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Councilmembers Miller, Petschel, and Paper
were also present. Councilmember Duggan was absent.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Council, the audience, and staff recited the Pledge of Allegiance.
AGENDA ADOPTION
Mayor Garlock presented the agenda for adoption. Councilmember Petschel moved adoption of the
agenda with the addition of item 9i. Regarding State of Minnesota Funding,
Councilmember Miller seconded the motion.
Ayes: 4
Nays: 0
Absent: 1 (Duggan)
CONSENT CALENDAR
Mayor Garlock presented the consent calendar and explained the procedure for discussion and approval.
Councilmember Petschel moved approval of the consent calendar as presented and authorization for
execution of any necessary documents contained therein.
a. Approval of May 16, 2017 City Council Minutes
b. Approval of May 16, 2017 Council Work Session Minutes
c. Approval of May 22, 2107 Council Goal Setting Session Minutes
d. Designate Floating Holiday for Non-Union Staff
e. Approve Extension of Light Duty/Modified Duty Assignment
f. Approve Police Officer Hires
g. Grading Permit for Mendota Corporate Center Parking Lot Expansion
h. Award of a Professional Services Contract for the Dodd Road Trail Project — Change Order
i. Accept Planning Commissioner Resignation-Authorize Advertising of Open Position
j. Approve Out of State Travel for City Administrator
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k. Approve Resolution 2017-44 Accept Gift of $2,200 From The Dakota County Victim Impact Panel
1. Approval of Claims List
Councilmember Miller seconded the motion.
Ayes: 4
Nays: 0
Absent: 1 (Duggan)
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Mr. David Hiner, 1295 Kendon Lane, spoke about on-going water quality issues in Augusta Lake and
Lemay Lake. He believes the water quality issues are due to the runoff into that lake.
Mayor Garlock replied that staff and the Council would take note of this issue; they will look into what
kinds of improvements could be taken.
PRESENTATIONS
A) PRESENTATION OF PLAQUE HONORING PLANNING COMMISSIONER
HOWARD ROSTON
Mr. Howard Roston was acknowledged for his role on the Planning Commission for the past six years.
As a token of the City's appreciation, Mayor Garlock presented Mr. Roston with a plaque.
Councilmember Petschel commented that Mr. Roston has an incredible skill set in terms of his
understanding of real estate, planning, the law, and his ability to ask the right questions at the meetings.
Mr. Roston stated that it has been his honor to serve.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
A) LIQUOR LICENSE RENEWALS
City Clerk Lorri Smith explained that the following liquor renewal applications have been received, and
background investigations have been conducted resulting in no negative findings for:
Intoxicating Liquor and Sunda�quor licenses:
• Felipe's LLC dba Teresa's Mexican Restaurant, 762 Highway 110
• Courtyard Management Corp. dba Courtyard by Marriott, 1352 Northland Drive
� Haiku Japanese Bistro Inc dba Haiku Japanese 754 Highway 110
Club Liquor and Sunday Liquor licenses:
• Mendakota Country Club, 2075 Mendakota Drive
• Somerset Country Club, 1416 Dodd Road
Wine licenses:
• Mendo Restaurant Group, Inc., dba Mendoberri located at 730 Main Street
• Windy City Pizza LLC dba Tommy Chicago's Pizzeria located at 730 Main Street
• King and I Thai, LLC, dba King and I Thai, 760 Highway 110
Off-Sale Liquor licenses:
• Twin City Beverage Inc. dba Mendota Liquor Barrel, 766 Hwy ll 0
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On-Sale 3.2 percent Malt Liquor licenses:
• Mendota Heights Par 3 located at 1695 Dodd Road
• Mendo Restaurant Group, Inc., dba Mendoberri located at 730 Main Street
• Windy City Pizza LLC dba Tommy Chicago's Pizzeria located at 730 Main Street
• King and I Thai Corporation, dba King and I Thai, 760 Highway 110
Off-Sale 3.2�ercent Malt Liquor licenses:
• Northern Tier Retail LLC dba SuperAmerica #4521 located at 1080 Highway 110
Northern Tier Retail LLC dba SuperAmerica #45161ocated at 1200 Mendota Heights Road
Ms. Smith noted that a renewal application has not been received from Maple Tree Mendota Retail LLC
dba The Wine Market, Suite 101, 720 Main Street. It is understood that the owner is working on the
application and will be turning it in. This application could be considered at the June 20, 2017 City
Council meeting.
Councilmember Petschel moved to open the public hearing.
Councilmember Miller seconded the motion.
Ayes: 4
Nays: 0
Absent: 1 (Duggan)
There being no public comments, Councilmember Petschel moved to close the public hearing.
Councilmember Miller seconded the motion.
Ayes: 4
Nays: 0
Absent: 1 (Duggan)
Councilmember Petschel moved to approve the issuance of the license renewals as listed above for the
period of July 1, 2017 through June 30, 2018, contingent upon the City receiving the outstanding
documentation from Tommy Chicago's Pizzeria Tommy Chicago's Pizzeria — Certificate of Liquor
Liability Insurance and Bond. Staff expects to receive this documentation before they are issued their
license.
Councilmember Miller seconded the motion.
Ayes: 4
Nays: 0
Absent: 1 (Duggan)
NEW AND UNFINISHED BUSINESS
A) RESOLUTION 2017-39 — DENYING THE REQUEST OF A ZONING CODE AMENDMENT
TO ALLOW MOTOR FUEL SERVICE STATIONS AS A PLACE OF SALE OR RESALE OF
NEW OR USED MOTOR VEHICLES, PLANNING CASE 2017-OS
Community Development Director Tim Benetti explained that Mr. Sean Hoffmann is the proprietor of
the BP-Mendota Heights Auto Service station, located at 2030 Dodd Road. Mr. Hoffmann came with a
request to amend the City Code that currently does not allow motor fuel stations and convenience stores
as places to be used for the sale/resale of vehicles. Under Title 12-1F-4, limited auto sales are permitted
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only in the B-3 District. Staff researched the surrounding communities and found that there are not
many cities in the metro that allow this either as a permitted accessory use or a permitted use.
Councilmember Petschel asked if this use would be allowed at an office in the business park? Mr.
Benetti replied that, based on his experience in other cities, the type of activity described is usually a
wholesale or a broker-to-broker kind of sales activity. He said that any display, inventory, or storage of
vehicles on a site is usually forbidden in most cities; unless they are specifically targeted for a certain
district.
Mr. Sean Hoffmann, 711 Woodridge Drive, stated he would like to get the car dealers license as a
service to his customers. The license has to be approved by the City. He would also inspect the vehicle
on his site. He stated he does not want to display any vehicles or have any `for sale'.
Councilmember Petschel noted a question that was raised at the Planning Commission meeting about a
variance for this request. Planner Benetti replied that under the current ordinance, service stations and
convenience stores are allowed as a Conditional Use Permit in the respective zoning districts. Planning
Commissioner Mr. Roston stated that there is a fine line between granting a use variance for this type of
activity under a variance process. He suggested that it not be tried as it would be easier to amend the
code and make the allowance fair to everyone — not just site specific.
Commissioner Paper stated that he understood what Mr. Hoffinann was trying to do as a community
service, however, the amendment would allow this use for others.
Councilmember Petschel asked Mr. Hoffmann if he has thought of other ways to obtain his license. Mr.
Hoffmann replied that, per state law, it has to be approved by the city for that particular zoning district.
Councilmember Petschel then asked if had thought of another place where he could meet the zoning
requirements. Mr. Hoffmann said he wanted to have this at the property they already own and has not
considered any other alternatives.
Mr. Hoffinann asked for suggestions from the Council. Councilmember Petschel recommended he
search out other alternatives or other locations. The Council could table this application until a different
circumstance or location could be found that would qualify.
City Attorney Tom Lehmann noted that the City is under the 60 day rule from the date of the
application, unless it was to be extended by the applicant. Mr. Hoffmann agreed.
Councilmember Petschel moved to table RESOLUTION 2017-39 DENYING A PROPOSED ZONING
CODE AMENDMENT TO ALLOW MOTOR FUEL SERVICE STATIONS AS A PLACE OF SALE
OR RESALE OF NEW OR USED MOTOR VEHICLES with Mr. Hoffmann's approval to waive of the
60-day rule.
Mayor Garlock seconded the motion.
Ayes: 4
Nays: 0
Absent: 1 (Duggan)
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B) RESOLUTION 2017-40 — APPROVE LOT L1NE ADJUSTMENT FOR
DODGE NATURE CENTER, 656 HIGHWAY 110, PLANNING CASE 2017-06
Community Development Director Tim Benetti explained this request from the Dodge Nature Center.
They are looking for a lot line adjustment to a parcel that is currently part of the Dodge Nature Center.
They intend to readjust the lot line for the Mendota-Lebanon Hills Regional Greenway Trail. This is part
of a trail connector leading from the new tunnel system underneath Highway 110.
For any lot line adjustment, it is requested by the lot owner. City Attorney Tom Lehmann stated this lot
line adjustment is an appropriate use for this area. The 6.53-acre parcel would not affect the remaining
45.5-acre parcel or the adjacent property.
Councilmember Petschel noted that, in the past, there has been a very close relationship between Dakota
County and the Dodge Nature Center, particularly on this piece of property.
Councilmember Petschel moved to adopt RESOLUTION 2017-40 APPROVING A LOT LINE
ADJUSTMENT FOR DODGE NATURE CENTER, LOCATED AT 656 HIGHWAY 110.
Mayor Garlock seconded the motion.
Ayes: 4
Nays: 0
Absent: 1 (Duggan)
C) RESOLUTION 2017-41— APPROVING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT AND VARIANCE
TO ALLOW LARGER GARAGE WITH REDUCED SETBACKS,
1023 DELAWARE AVENUE, PLANNING CASE 2017-07
Community Development Director Tim Benetti explained that this application was for a Conditional
Use Permit and a Variance to allow for the reconstruction of an 812 square foot garage with reduced
setbacks. The current home is a single-family, 1.5 story house with a detached 18 x 22 garage. The
setback is currentiy 12.5 feet from the rear property line.
Mr. Benetti shared a photo of the property, noting that the driveway comes about halfway to the
backside of the garage. There is also a hard surface pad on the side that is approximately 2 to 3 feet from
the property line. The intent is to match the alignment of the current driveway, which would necessitate
a 3-foot setback along the side yard. They would maintain a 10-foot setback on the rear property line.
Mr. Benetti explained the requirements that made it necessary to request the Conditional Use Permit and
the Variance, noting that the standards for approval would be met.
Mayor Garlock moved to adopt RESOLUTION 2017-41 APPROVING A CONDITIONAL USE
PERMIT AND VARIANCE TO ALLOW LARGER GARAGE WITH REDUCED SETBACKS AT
1023 DELAWARE AVENUE.
Councilmember Paper seconded the motion.
Ayes: 4
Nays: 0
Absent: 1 (Duggan)
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D) RESOLUTION 2017-42 — APPROVING VARIANCE TO ALLOW REDUCED FRONT
(CORNER) YARD SETBACKS FOR GARAGE AND DWELLING ADDITION,
1897 WACHTLER AVENUE, PLANNING CASE 2017-09
Community Development Director Tim Benetti explained that Ben & Erika Christopherson are looking
to build an addition to the back of their home and to the side of their garage; they are requesting a
variance to a side-yard setback from 30 feet down to 16.9 feet.
This property is a corner lot with three frontages, requiring a 30 foot setback along each. They currently
have an existing 1,546 square foot single family residential home and an existing 440 square foot two-
car garage. They would like to add approximately 1,450 square feet of new building space to the
existing home, and approximately 558 square feet to the existing garage, making it a 3-car garage.
Mr. Benetti pointed out the frontage along Wachtler and the slight frontage along Hilltop. The frontage
along Hilltop is what is necessitating the variance request. The subject parcel is well over an acre in size,
and the existing home is well set back by approximately 60 feet. There is a parking pad on the site that is
well within the property lines.
Mr. Benetti then shared a photo of the subject parcel with the existing buildings and an outline of the
proposed construction. He also indicated the teardrop shaped park land nearby which would lessen the
impact from the roadway. The setbacks would go from 16.9 feet, creating a 131 foot variance.
However, with the addition of the park land it becomes a 22.5-foot to a 30.9-foot setback point, creating
a 7.5-foot variance.
Councilmember Miller moved to adopt RESOLUTION 2017-42 APPROVING A VARIANCE TO
ALLOW REDUCED SETBACKS FROM FRONT (CORNER) YARD SETBACKS, 1897
WACHTLER AVENUE.
Councilmember Paper seconded the motion.
Ayes: 4
Nays: 0
Absent: 1 (Duggan)
E) RESOLUTION 2017-43 — APPROVING AMENDMENT TO THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
TO RE-GUIDE FUTURE LAND USE FROM EXISTING "B — BUSINESS" TO "HR-PUD
HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL-PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT" DESIGNATION
2180 AND 2160-64 HIGHWAY 13, PLANNINGB CASE 2017-08
Community Development Director Tim Benetti explained this request from Michael Development, who
is seeking to develop two, 69-unit apartment buildings at 2180 and 2160-64 Highway 13. The subject
property is a combined 5.5-acre site. This is just the first step of a multi-layered process to redevelop
this property.
All of the existing structures would be removed from the site to make room for this development. If
approved, the phasing of this project would begin on the Mendota Motel site, and Phase 2 would be the
redevelopment of the Larsen Garden Center site.
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The request under consideration is to change the underlying Comprehensive Plan language and is not an
approval of any zoning changes or development plan. Mr. Swenson will need to return to the Planning
Commission and the City Council for a rezoning, a re-plat, and a development plan approval; which
would be coming up within the next few months.
The current land use is "B — Business" and the request is to modify that to "HR-PUD High Density
Residential-Planned Unit Development". The applicant is proposing two, 69-unit apartment buildings at
market rates, underbuilding parking areas, with surface parking. Approximately 2.3-acres of the site
would be developed with the remaining 3.2-acres would be left as green space. The apartment buildings
would employ approximately 3-4 full-time people.
Staff analysis on the Larsen property, supported by the City's TIF consultants, indicated that this site, in
its current general disrepair, could not be easily repurposed for a similar facility. The site was marketed
as potential commercial development but no viable business plans ha�e ever developed. The initial
assessment indicated that the site may need extensive environmental cleanup and demolition.
The applicant has indicated that this project would be primarily financed through a private local bank,
and it would be at his own cost to clear the properties and develop them. However, if the TIF district is
approved on June 20th, that funding source would assist in the development and redevelopment costs
that are eligible under that TIF agreement.
Councilmember Paper moved to adopt RESOLUTION 2017-43 APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO
THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN TO RE-GUIDE FUTURE LAND USE FROM EXISTiNG "B -
BUSINESS" TO "HR-PUD HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL-PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT"
DESIGNATION FOR PROPERTIES LOCATED AT 2180 AND 2160-64 HWY. 13.
Councilmember Petschel seconded the motion.
Ayes: 4
Nays: 0
Absent: 1 (Duggan)
F) ORDINANCE NO. 510 — AMENDING TITLE 12, CHAPTER 1, ARTICLE B, RULES AND
DEFINITIONS CONCERNING NEW SIGN DEFINITIONS AND TITLE 12, CHAPTER 1,
ARTICLE D, GENERAL ZONING PROVISIONS CONCERNING CERTAIN TYPES OF
SIGNS 1N THE BUSINESS DISTRICTS
Community Development Director Tim Benetti explained that this request is a code amendment to allow
for free-standing monument signs in the B-1 Limited Business and B-lA Business Park Districts. Some
of the businesses within the City already have some type of free-standing or monument-style signs.
Mr. Benetti shared the proposed changes to the Code and explained the reasoning behind each.
Councilmember Petschel commented that, regardless of the fact whether it is a monument or pylon sign,
it makes no difference because they are all the same height, width, and sign coverage.
Mayor Garlock noted that the new language is easier to understand.
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Councilmember Petschel moved to adopt ORDINANCE NO. 510 — AMENDING TITLE 12,
CHAPTER l, ARTICLE B. RULES AND DEFINITIONS CONCERNING NEW SIGN DEFINITIONS
AND TITLE 12, CHAPTER 1, ARTICLE D. GENERAL ZONING PROVISIONS CONCERNING
CERTAlN TYPES OF SIGNS 1N THE BUSINESS DISTRICTS.
Councilmember Miller seconded the motion.
Ayes: 4
Nays: 0
Absent: 1 (Duggan)
G) AWARD CONTRACT FOR COMPLETION OF A CLASSIFICATION AND
COMPENSATION STUDY FOR NON-CONTRACT CITY EMPLOYEES
Assistant City Administrator Cheryl Jacobson explained that the City had received six proposals from
qualified firms to complete a Classification and Compensation Study for the City's non-union positions.
The RFP's scope of services included a review of current non-union job descriptions and classification,
the establishment of a job evaluation system, an internal pay equity review as well as a market
competitiveness, and the completion of a 2018 pay equity report.
City Administrator Mark McNeill and Assistant City Administrator Cheryl Jacobson reviewed the
responses using the criteria established in the RFP. Staff recommended the selection of Springsted
Incorporated, as it is well qualified to complete the services, has a proven evaluation method that has
been approved by the State of Minnesota, currently serves as the classification consultant for several
municipalities throughout Minnesota, and has provided similar services to the City in the past.
Springsted has proposed a not-to-exceed amount of $12,600 to complete the study, which is within the
2017 budgeted amount of $15,000. If approved, work would begin immediately and be completed by
October 1, 2017. This would allow time to make any pay equity requirement adjustments and complete
the January 2018 pay equity report.
Councilmember Paper moved to award the contract to Springsted, Incorporated for the completion of a
Classification and Compensation Study.
Councilmember Petschel seconded the motion.
Ayes: 4
Nays: 0
Absent: 1 (Duggan)
H) AUTHORIZE RELEASE OF REQUEST FOR QUOTES FOR
FIBER OPTIC INSTALLATION TO MUNICIPAL BUILDINGS
Assistant City Administrator Cheryl Jacobson explained that staff is requesting authorization to release a
Request for Quotes (RFQs) for the installation of conduit and fiber optic cable to City Hall, the Fire
Department building, and the Public Works building.
LOGIS, the City's information technology provider, has come up with three separate RFQs to have the
conduit and fiber optic installed at the three buildings. Staff has also been working with Dakota County
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on a larger broadband project regarding the timing, project management, and cost financing of
installation of fiber.
Ms. Jacobson shared an image of a map showing where the fiber optic network had already been
installed. The City Hall building has been part of a larger county-wide `gap project' for Dakota County
fiber network, or the Institutional Network (I-Net). Dakota County, in partnership with Dakota County
cities and the Dakota County CDA, continues to work towards the development of a Joint Powers
Agreement which would link designated public facilities with high speed data infrastructure and
broadband capabilities as well as coordinated administration of the network.
The RFQ that LOGIS has put together focuses on the Mendota Heights gap and lays out three
engineering quotes:
1. To extend fiber from the Public Works Building, along Lexington Avenue, to City Hall
2. To the Public Works Building
3. To the Fire Department
Staff would continue to work with Dakota County to determine a cost sharing for the installation of the
fiber.
Councilmember Petschel asked for an explanation of how the fiber would make the City more
productive. Assistant Administrator Jacobson replied the fiber would increase productivity, would
provide the bandwidth in order to go to virtual servers that could be located at LOGIS; improving back-
up capabilities, improving the security of the network, provide the opportunity to upgrade the telephone
system to new technology, and increase the speed for uploading and downloading information.
Councilmember Petschel asked for confirmation that LOGIS is involved with the communication center
in Dakota County. Assistant Administrator Jacobson confirmed and stated that in the discussions with
Dakota County, staff has also talked about the fact that this might be a good test for the relationship
between LOGIS and Dakota County — to handle larger Dakota County iiber projects.
Councilmember Petschel asked if there would be any relationship between this I-Net and the GNet.
Assistant Administrator Jacobson replied that it would be the same, but different. If the City were to
install fiber now they would install fiber for both the I-Net and the C-Net; it would just be a matter of
how many fiber strands they dedicate to each one.
Mayor Garlock indicated that he has worked with LOGIS for many years and every recommendation
they have made has been something that was needed.
Councilmember Petschel moved to authorize LOGIS to be the project manager for the City and to
authorize the release of the Request for Quotes for the installation of conduit and fiber optic cable to
City Hall, the Fire Department building, and the Public Works building for purposes of connecting to
Dakota County fiber.
Mayor Garlock seconded the motion.
Ayes: 4
Nays: 0
Absent: 1 (Duggan)
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I) RESOLUTION 2017-45 — AUTHORIZE SUBMITTAL OF A REQUEST TO THE STATE OF
MN FOR PARTICIPATION 1N THE FUNDING OF THE RECONSTRUCTION OF
PORTIONS OF FORMER MNDOT ROADWAYS IN THE CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
In response to a recommendation from the City's State legislative delegation that Mendota Heights
request State bonding money, City Administrator Mark McNeill and Public Works Director Ryan Ruzek
have been working to identify streets that need reconstruction and would qualify for state assistance to
complete the project. They found five streets or street segments that, at one time, were state highways
and were turned back to the City beginning in the early 1990's. These streets are in a condition now
where they need to be renovated, resurfaced, or reconstructed. The problem is that half of the property
the City would normally be assessing is state-owned, making it difficult for the City since the state
traditionally has not paid assessments for improvements.
The streets proposed for assistance include Center Point Curve, Carmen Lane, Crown Point Drive,
Dakota Drive, Waters Drive, and Victoria Curve. These areas, located within Mendota Heights, have
needs that are over two miles in length. The request would be for the state to pick up half of the cost of
approximately $3.SM, or approximately $1.6M.
Staff also identified about 700 feet that are actually within the City of Mendota, and has prepared a
resolution for the City of Mendota to act upon, which would add another $85K.
The deadline for applying is June 15, 2017, which is a very short timeframe. It is possible that staff may
find that there are some ancillary changes needed to the proposed resolution. To this and, with the
Council's approval and if these items are within the spirit of the application, Mr. McNeill asked that
staff be allowed to amend the document at the staff level, which would then be brought back to the
Council for affirmation at a later time.
Councilmember Miller moved to adopt RESOLUTION 2017-45 - AUTHORIZE THE SUBMITTAL
OF A REQUEST TO THE STATE OF MINNESOTA FOR PARTICIPATION 1N THE FUNDING OF
THE RECONSTRUCTION OF PORTIONS OF FORMER MNDOT ROADWAYS 1N THE CITY OF
MENDOTA HEIGHTS and that any ancillary changes that are needed, be done and reported to the
Council at a later date.
Mayor Garlock seconded the motion.
Ayes: 4
Nays: 0
Absent: 1 (Duggan)
COMM[7NITY ANNOUNCEMENTS
City Administrator Mark McNeill announced that residents are asked to consider volunteering to plant
pollinator-friendly plantings outside of City Hall. Two master gardeners will be on-site to answer
questions, show techniques, and provide hands-on experience. Councilmember Petschel asked that this
information be provided to the residents at the CDA at The Plaza, as they have expressed an interest.
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COUNCIL COMMENTS
Mayor Garlock noted the outstanding Parks Celebration had over the weekend. He commended
Recreation Program Coordinator Sloan Wallgren for all of his hard work putting this together; including
all of the staff, police, fire, and volunteers. He noted that the SK had raised over $11K for Special
Olympics.
Councilmember Petschel expressed her appreciation to Mayor Garlock for his work on the SK. She said
that the City is developing a metro-wide reputation for having the best and most prizes following a SK.
Councilmember Miller also expressed his appreciation to Mayor Garlock for the work done on the SK.
He also stated that it is construction season and urged everyone to drive safely and cautiously.
Councilmember Paper sent congratulations to the local graduates. He also congratulated the St. Thomas
Academy Experimental Vehicle Team which had recently won the Shell Drivers World Championship.
He expressed good luck to the St. Thomas Academy Baseball Team at the state tournament.
He echoed the comments and expressions of appreciation to Mr. Wallgren for the celebration event, in
conjunction with the Mendota Heights Athietic Association in-house tournament. He congratulated
Mayor Garlock for the growing success of the Scott Patrick Memorial SK, noting that it had more than
400 participants this past weekend.
ADJOURN
Councilmember Petschel moved to adjourn.
Councilmember Paper seconded the motion.
Ayes: 4
Nays: 0
Absent: 1 (Duggan)
Mayor Garlock adjourned the meeting at 8:30 p.m.
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Lorri mith
City Clerk
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