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2017-08-15 Council MinutesCITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS DAKOTA COUNTY STATE OF MINNESOTA Minutes of the Regular Meeting Held Tuesday, August 15, 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 Duggan, Paper, Miller, and Petschel were also present. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Council, the audience, and staff recited the Pledge of Allegiance. AGENDA ADOPTION Mayor Garlock presented the agenda for adoption. Councilmember Miller moved adoption of the agenda. Councilmember Petschel seconded the motion. Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 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, pulling items b) Feasibility Study for podd Road Corridor Study, c) Approve Joint Powers Agreement for Cherokee Heights Ravine Stabilization, i) Accept Resignation from Jill Smith, Alternate-Noise Oversight Committee, and k) Approval of Claims. a. Approval of August 1, 2017 City Council Minutes b. Accept Feasibility Report for podd Road Corridor Study c. Approve Joint Powers Agreement for Cherokee Heights Ravine Stabilization d. Approve Resolution 2017-63 Rogers Avenue Right-of-Way Vacation, Call for Public Hearing e. Approve First Avenue Striping Modifications and Purchase Order for Solar Speed Signs £ Approve Resolution 2017-65 Approve Plans & Authorize Advertisement of Bids for the 2017 Storm Sewer Improvements Project g. Accept Resignation of Christine Costello from Planning Commission h. Approve Resolution 2017-64 Appointment to the Planning Commission i. Accept Resignation from Jill Smith, Alternate on the Noise Oversight Committee August I5, 2017 Me�adota Heiglzts Ci�ty Council Page 1 of II j. Acknowledge July 2017 Fire Synopsis k. Approval of Claims List Councilmember Miller seconded the motion. Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 PULLED CONSENT AGENDA ITEM B) ACCEPT FEASIBILITY REPORT FOR DODD ROAD CORRIDOR STUDY Councilmember Duggan asked if any consideration had been given to the new Vikings facility and the impact it would have on Dodd Road traffic. Public Works Director Ryan Ruzek replied that pedestrian and vehicle traffic are not estimated to be a major increase north of Highway 110. That is based on the AUAR study completed by the Viking's development; a copy of which is available on the City of Eagan's website. Councilmember Duggan noted that he reviewed the study and was not impressed with the impact on Mendota Heights. Councilor Duggan said that, having spoken with residents from the area north of Highway 110, their concerns were for the loss of land due to the trail. He suggested that staff pay more attention to the study to ensure that there is either enough room or enough money to handle the additional City costs. Mr. Ruzek replied that the feasibility study can identify the construction costs and needed right-of-way, but not necessarily the right-of-way costs. Councilmember Duggan noted that the property owners are not particularly interested in trading their land for anything. Councilmember Petschel noted that approval is needed to accept the report. Mr. Ruzek said that the City would be able to use this as a planning document in the future. Councilmember Petschel moved to accept the Dodd Road Corridor Trail Feasibility Study. Mayor Garlock seconded the motion. Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 C) APPROVE JO1NT POWERS AGREEMENT FOR CHEROKEE HEIGHTS RAVINE STABILIZATION Councilmember Duggan stated he was concerned about having protections for Mendota Heights built into the agreement. He requested that Mendota Heights be kept appraised of what is going on. He asked if the City were to accept this report as is, does that mean that the City also accepts the consequences of any failures that may result going forward? Mayor Garlock spoke about the landslide that occurred a few years ago, and stated that St. Paul took the full brunt of that liability. He stated that he believes the area of concern is that same area. Councilmember Duggan agreed but also stated that some protections should be built into this agreement so that the City of Mendota Heights is not expected to pay for an unexpected failure. August I5, 2017 Mendota Heights City Council Page 2 of ll Councilmember Petschel referred to Section 13 (Indemnification) of the agreement and asked City Attorney Tom Lehmann to address it. Attorney Lehmann stated that the clause would indemnify the City to the extent that it was not liable or contributed to any of the responsibilities. He pointed out that at the beginning of the document, it set out the responsibility and the purpose--to come up with plans and specifications. The City would be involved in that. He believed that Mr. Ruzek would take that into consideration when the plans are developed and brought before the cities for their acceptance. Councilmember Duggan moved to approve the Joint Powers Agreement with the Cities of Saint Paul and West St. Paul for the Cherokee Heights Ravine Stabilization Project. Councilmember Miller seconded the motion. Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 I) ACCEPT RESIGNATION FROM JILL SMITH, ALTERNATE ON THE NOISE OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE Councilmember Duggan stated that Ms. Jill Smith has offered stellar service to the City in many capacities, with the most significant work was when dealing with airport noise. He expressed his appreciation for her service to the community. Councilmember Petschel pointed out that Ms. Smith served on the Transportation Advisory Board at the Met Council, and also the Blue Ribbon Committee that established the Noise Oversight Committee. She had the vision to create the NOC, which has been productive for the communities surrounding the airport. Councilmember Miller commented that his time with Ms. Jill Smith on the Noise Oversight Committee has been short but that she has been nothing but kind and generous with her time. Councilmember Duggan moved, with deep regret, to accept the resignation of Jill Smith as the City's alternate to the Noise Oversight Committee. Councilmember Miller seconded the motion. Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 K) APPROVAL OF CLAIMS LIST Councilmember Duggan asked that someone address the payment to ISD 197 for the Sibley Park Maintenance Agreement in the amount of $22,342.12. Councilmember Petschel asked if the City was receiving feedback from the Mendota Heights Athletic Association that they are having access to the baseball field at Henry Sibley. Councilmember Petschel noted that this is a line item in the budget and since the Council is taking a look at the budget they should receive some information going forward. City Administrator Mark McNeill agreed to provide the requested information. Councilmember Petschel moved to approve the Claims List. Councilmember Duggan seconded the motion. Ayes: 5 August I5, 2017Mendota Heiglzts City Coaincil Page 3 of ll Nays: 0 PUBLIC COMMENTS Mr. Bernard Friel, 750 Mohican Lane, spoke on behalf of a group of residents who are concerned about a number of issues facing the City. As background, he provided the Council with a Mission Statement from that group, and a list of the people who support it. The item he discussed was the impact the Vikings complex in Eagan will have on Mendota Heights, the proposal for development of the City owned property in The Village, and the City's 2040 Comprehensive Plan. He said that all of these concerns involve the issue of traffic, in particular the impact of the traffic from the Vikings complex. This is particularly in connection with the pending 2040 revision to the Comprehensive Plan. He said that the study commissioned by City of Eagan on the Vikings complex was characterized as an area-wide study. The area it actually covered was essentially the City of Eagan; it did not extend to the City of Mendota Heights. The group also expressed concern about the proposal from Trammel Crow to build a four-story residential complex on the City's vacant lots near podd Road and Maple Street, which the group feels is incompatible with the existing development. In view of the known traffic problems, he said that the group feels that it may be unwise to do any development in this location at this time. Mr. Friel said that his group is asking the City to conduct a traffic study of its own to determine the traffic impacts the Vikings complex may have on Mendota Heights. They asked the Council to not approve any project for the city properties at The Village until a traffic study has been completed. They asked the Council to keep the residents informed as the 2040 Comprehensive Plan goes forward. Councilmember Petschel stated that when the Council set their goals and objectives this year, Dodd Road traffic issues was on the list. The Council has met with the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) about the Dodd Road traffic issues. She encouraged the group to understand that the Council has been talking to MnDOT. The Council has tried to have as much input as possible in the environmental worksheet that Eagan completed for the Vikings facility. Mr. Thomas Smith, 625 Hampshire Drive, added that he has observed an increase in heavy truck traffic along Mendota Heights Road over the last few weeks. He feels this is related to the Vikings site. His concern addresses a statement made by Public Works Director Ruzek that the AUAR study concluded that the traffic impacts on Dodd Road would be minimal. Mr. Smith disagreed strongly with that statement. Mr. Smith continued by stating that the study was an engineering study and does not address the driver behavioral implications once traffic is established to and from the site. He suggested the Council take a closer look an official city position. City Administrator Mark McNeill stated that Mr. Ruzek was not the Public Works Director at the time that the AUAR was being considered. Mr. Brad Wallace, 715 Linden Street, asked for a show of hands on how many people in the audience were in support of the comments made by Mr. Friel. A number of attendees raised their hands. August I5, 2017 t11e�Zdota Heiglzts City Council Page 4 of ll Mr. Bob Bonine, 688 3rd Avenue, stated that he believes every Police Department should have a policy that requires a police ofiicer to make a statement after they shoot a suspect or bystander. If the officer does not make a statement, then they should be suspended from the police department. He encouraged the Council to have such a policy in the Mendota Heights Police Department. No items scheduled. No items scheduled. PRESENTATIONS PUBLIC HEARING NEW AND UNFINISHED BUSINESS A) RESOLUTION 2017-57 PRELIMINARY PLAT OF ORCHARD HEIGHTS WITH RELATED VARIANCE AND WETLANDS PERMIT Community Development Director Tim Benetti explained Resolution 2017-57, presenting a preliminary plat for Orchaxd Heights. An application was received from Marcel Eibensteiner of Royal Oaks Realty acting on behalf of the property owners, Marilyn and David Olin, 1136 and 1140 Orchard Place. The property is situated near Orchard Place, is just under 13.5 acres, is guided LR—Low Density Residential, and is zoned R-1 Single Family Residential. Two houses and the outbuildings located on the property would be removed as part of this new development. The layout was revised and is now being presented as an 18-lot subdivision. All lots meet the 100-foot minimum lot width and the 15,000 square foot minimum lot size standards. The density was reduced from the initial 1.41 units per acre to 1.34 units per acre, well under the 2.9 units per acre allowed by the code. Mr. Benetti shared an image of the property showing the grade elevation of 50+ feet from the front of the property to the middle and then dropping off on the back side down to the wetland. Storm water would be handled on the north and south ends by separate storm utility systems. Based on concerns raised by staff, the proposed utility plan was modified to show a reduction in the depths of the sanitary and water service lines. He said that this subdivision is being served by a single cul-de-sac street. The road meets the minimum width of a right-of-way; however, it does exceed the City's guided 6% grade maximum. City Engineer Ruzek has accepted the grading plan. He further noted that the cul-de-sac as proposed is more than 950 feet in length. Based on City Code 11-3-3 Streets and Alleys, cul-de-sacs in Mendota Heights shall no�^mally not be longer than 500 feet. City staff stated that there are a number of cul-de-sacs over 500 feet in length within the City, including some within this area itself. August I5, 2017 Me�zdota Heights City Cou�zcil Page S of II It was noted that the subject property has two potential right-of-way access points coming off Hunter Lane which ran along the west side of the property. The City-owned lot at the end of Veronica Lane houses a sanitary lift-station. Any connection onto Veronica was ruled out due to distance, grading issues, and greater impacts to the wetlands. Mr. Benetti said that any connection to Mallard Lane would impose severe impacts on the adjacent wetlands. To re-grade the section of Mallard Lane to make the connections would also require grading beyond the limits of the Mallard right-of-way and into neighboring properties. It would cause the loss of some significant evergreen trees on the north side of Mallard Lane. There was initially a concern by the Fire Department that a long cul-de-sac could hinder emergency response times. However, the Fire Department previously stated that they would drop their objections to a long cul-de-sac if the homeowners or the developer were to provide sprinkler systems to each individual house as a requirement. The Police Department had not raised any concerns or objections. Mr. Benetti said that the Council may either adopt a resolution for approval of this preliminary plat, or adopt a resolution denying the preliminary plat. Councilmember Miller, referencing the third reason why a variance would be allowed that reads "The variance to allow this longer roadway system will not alter the essential character of the neighborhood", said that this is a very subjective statement. He asked how the essence of a neighborhood is defined, and whose job is it to define that? Mr. Benetti replied that when the state law was re-crafted in 2011, when the law removed the hardship language from the variance test, with the intent being to give discretionary rights to the decision makers or local government unit. Staff believes that if the developer was meeting the minimum standards on the lots, the length of the cul-de-sac would not alter the essential character of the neighborhood. City Attorney Tom Lehmann replied that in 2011, there was a push to try to make property rights more to align with the property owner, rather than with government. The statute was amended to be amended to look at practical difficulties as the reason for giving variances. Minnesota Statute 462.357 Subdivision 6 set out the requirements for a City to grant a variance. City Attorney Lehmann continued by explaining that it is a factual determination as to whether or not the sitting body feels that this cul-de-sac is out of character with other streets in the area. Mayor Garlock asked if a majority of the longer cul-de-sacs are located in the southern part of the City. Mr. Benetti replied that most of them are located in that area because that is where the newer developments have been built. Mayor Garlock asked if the Fire Department had any problems with the 30 foot street widths? Mr. Benetti replied in the negative. Councilmember Petschel asked if any of the longer cul-de-sacs have trail abutments or other egress or ingress into the neighborhood? Mr. Benetti replied that Augusta Shores does have a safety connection through Resurrection Cemetery, for use by emergency vehicles. He said that he is unaware of any other situations like this within the city. Mayor Garlock asked if there had been any discussions on using Mallard Lane as a safety trail. Mr. Benetti replied that discussions did occur; however, the developer declined to put that in. August I5, 2017 Mendota Heights City Coztncil Page 6 of ll Councilmember Petschel asked if the load-bearing requirements for a pedestrian trail are different than a street? Mr. Benetti said that he was not an engineer, but felt that it probably would be very challenging. However, in this case it would still need to cross over the wetland area, and that was the biggest issue. Councilmember Miller asked, in regard to the cul-de-sac, if there was any thought of lining up the cul- de-sac with the existing Orchard Circle. Mr. Benetti replied in the affirmative and shared an image suggested by another homeowner in the area. From a staff perspective, that modification was believed to be a good plan because it does line up with the intersection with Orchard Circle. However, it would involve re-engineering the whole northern end of the proposed plat, and the developer could lose a lot or two. City Engineer Ruzek noted that intersections should ideally line up, as off-set streets create hazards when cars turn at different times. Councilmember Miller stated that the non-alignment of the cul-de-sac with Orchard Circle, and the longer cul-de-sac length, present hazards. He also believes this plat does not fit in with the existing character of the neighborhood. He stated he is not against the development of the area, and is not against people being able to sell this property. However, this is the time to make the intersection safe and make the lots in line with the beauty and the openness of the surrounding community. Councilmember Duggan noted past experiences with plats that have been presented that were too dense. He stated that that takes away from the character of the neighborhood. The Comprehensive Plan states that the character of a neighborhood matters a lot, as does the ordinance language. He said that he personally would not support the lot sizes in this proposed development. Councilmember Paper stated that he believes the intersection should be a 4-way, and the street could then curve going into this development. The way this was proposed, he would not support it. Councilmember Petschel stated that she believes this is a really beautiful and valuable piece of property. She did not see that with this plan. More value could be reaped from this plan if it was redone with a realigned street and fewer lots. She encouraged the owners and the developer to look at realigning the street, losing a few of the lots, and making it more spacious so that it does match the character of the neighborhood. Mr. Benetti said that he heard consensus from the Council that they would like to see changes made to the plat, if possible. He said that the developers have been made aware of information and emails from the residents in the area. He asked that if the developer offered to make some changes, would the Council be willing to have this brought back at another meeting? After brief discussions, Counsel Lehmann stated that the Council should hear from the developer to determine if he is willing to make modifications to the plan. Mr. Marcel Eibensteiner of Royal Oaks Realty and developer of the property, came forward to address the Council and indicated that he was representing Marilyn Olin and David Olin, who were in attendance. He also introduced Mr. Adam Ginkel of Plowe Engineering, and Mr. Ernest F. Peake, Attorney for Royal Oaks Realty. Mr. Eibensteiner explained that the plat is an 18-lot subdivision containing a cul-de-sac that is 950 feet long. He noted that this plan follows the City's subdivision ordinance. He did not feel that the developer should be required to obtain a variance for the cul-de-sac. He questioned why a variance was necessary. August 15, 2017 Mendota Heights City CouiZcil Page 7 of ll Mr. Eibensteiner continued by explaining that Orchaxd Hill was developed in 1995, and the City told the the Olins that their property could be developed. All of the lots proposed are within the ordinance guidelines. He further stated that what makes the other long cul-de-sacs in the area different is that they have curves. However, this could not be done on the Olin property because it is boxed in, and that they have only have so much property with which to work. Because of these factors, he believed that the City must grant a variance under the law if they decide that it is required. Councilmember Duggan asked if Mr. Eibensteiner had looked at the plans that were developed by Mr. Stephen Rolf. Mr. Eibensteiner indicated that he had seen the plans; however, it reduces his 18 lots down to 11 lots. Mr. Eibensteiner stated that this would be stealing from the landowner. Councilmember Duggan also noted that when the City ordinance sets a lot minimum size, it is guidance for developers. The same guidance applies to the length of cul-de-sacs. From the Council's viewpoint, he said that the Comprehensive Plan suggests that the character of the neighborhood is paramount. Councilmember Petschel, addressing Mr. Eibensteiner, noted that he has been made aware of the feelings of the surrounding neighborhood, the concerns of how the streets do not line up, and the concerns raised that the development does not match the character of the neighborhood. She asked him how willing he would be to adjust his plan to address the issues and concerns, should the Council decide to table this application. Mr. Eibensteiner replied that what he is hearing is whether he would provide for the street to curve going through the area. He said that all he could do would be to put the street back 30 feet. Mayor Garlock stated that it would only be one curve, not curving all the way through the development. Mr. Eibensteiner stated that as of right now they are set to have 181ots. Mr. Ernie Peake, Attorney for Royal Oaks Realty and Mr. Eibensteiner, came forward and asked for an answer to Mr. Eibensteiner's question regarding the appropriateness of requiring a variance for the length of the cul-de-sac. City Attorney Tom Lehmann replied staff has indicated that a variance is required by their interpretation of the ordinance. The length of the cul-de-sac is over 500 feet, and as such, staff has determined that a variance is required. Councilmember Duggan moved to adopt RESOLUTION 2017-57, DENYING THE PRELIMINARY PLAT OF ORCHARD HEIGHTS AND THE RELATED VARIANCE AND WETLANDS PERMIT FOR THE PROPERTIES LOCATED AT 1136 AND 1140 ORCHARD PLACE with an edit to the Findings of Fact for denial #4 as follows: 4. The layout and sizes of the lots as presented under the preliminary plat, although recognized as meeting City Code minimum standards, do�s not match with other adjacent or abutting single family lot sizes, and appears to be inconsistent and out of character with the neighborhood. Councilmember Petschel seconded the motion. Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 Councilmember Duggan expressed his appreciation to all of the residents in attendance. August I5, 2017 Mendota Heights City Council Page 8 of II B) MENDOTA HEIGHTS ROAD & KENSINGTON STREET IMPROVEMENTS — CHANGE ORDERS 1 & 2 Public Works Director Ryan Ruzek explained that under consideration was a change order to the Mendota Heights Road construction project, as well as a change order to the contract with the City's consulting engineers Stantec. He introduced Mr. Chad Davison from Stantec to explain the change order. Mr. Davison explained that they are currently under contract, along with Valley Paving, to complete the Mendota Heights Road & Kensington Street Improvement Project. Since they started the project, they have a number of items that have come up on the contract. A. Additional mobilization costs to fast track portions of the Kensington construction for soccer program. ($2,950) B. Add water service wet taps, water service to 2535 Condon Court and reduce service size from 1.5" to 1" ($6,709.40). It was originally assumed that this work was going to be completed by St. Paul Regional Water Service. C. Add portable concrete barrier, truck detour, and drain tile to maintain traffic through the area of Mendota Heights Road that was not closed ($15,879.05) D. Add a storm sewer catch basin east of the city trail in north Kensington Park. The city trail has caused seasonal flooding to the back yards of homes on Stockbridge Road ($15,462). Remove `Brentwood Estates" monument sign ($1,690). Residents on Whitfield Drive and Stockbridge Road requested the development monument sign be removed due to lack of an association. This entire cost will be added to the single family home portion of the assessment. E. Remove milling existing trail and overlay only (-$345) Councilmember Paper asked what `additional mobilization costs to fast track portions of Kensington Construction for soccer program' meant? Mr. Davison replied that the contract has a completion date for Kensington Street of September l, 2017, a substantial completion date for the remainder of the project of October 1, 2017. Typically, a contractor would bring in its concrete crew, do all of the curb replacement in the development, all of the grading, and then all of the paving at one time. Ahead of schedule in the Kensington area, they brought in crews to remove the curb in the single family portion, replaced the curb, reclaimed the pavement, and are now nearly ready to start preparation for the bituminous paving the following week. Under the current contract, the contractor could have phased that later with all of the other work on Concord Way, Bedford Court, Lockwood Drive, and along with the paving of Claremont. The equipment the contractor uses is fairly large, and there are costs associated with moving it on and off site. Councilmember Paper, for clarification, noted that there was a discussion that the city would ensure that this would not be an impairment on the neighborhood during the soccer season. Mr. Davison replied that the contactor is ahead of schedule on this portion of the project, as it was asked to "fast track" that work. Councilmember Paper noted that they were going to try to pave Mendota Heights Road and Kensington all at the same time. Mr. Davison replied that Mendota Heights Road scheduling has always been that they would pave that ahead of time to accommodate the schools. Councilmember Paper asked what equipment they are bringing in that is different — for $3,000. Mr. Davison replied that the contractor is August I5, 2017 Alendota Heights Crty Coauzcil Page 9 of II bringing in materials in small quantities, bringing in small amounts of concrete compared to the entire development. Councilmember Paper asked what was being done early. Mr. Davison replied that they are trying to complete the eastern half of the Kensington development. Councilmember Petschel, referencing the piece about the water main, asked if St. Paul Water was not handling the water service wet taps? Mr. Davison replied that St. Paul Water had not planned for the project. Councilmember Petschel stated that she was of the understanding that this was part of the agreement with St. Paul Water. Mr. Ruzek replied that St. Paul Water crews have been busy, and that they do not have much in way of crews available to share with this type of work. New water main installations are the costs of the developer. Councilmember Petschel asked about the sign removal, and whether that is being charged to the homeowners of that development? Mr. Ruzek confirmed that it was. Councilmember Petschel continued by explaining that there are some development signs within the City that should either be removed or repaired as they are in poor condition. Councilmember Petschel asked that this topic be returned to Council at a later date for discussion, along with reviewing aerials of the City to know the locations of waterways. Councilmember Duggan noticed that the percentage difference is approximately 2.5% more for the additional costs. This seemed quite reasonable to him. Change Order #2 was outlined in the staff documents as a request from the city consultant, Stantec, for an increase in the contract amount to perform the necessary work due to the poor soil conditions and additional requested tasks. Councilmember Duggan moved to authorize Change Order #1 in favor of Valley Paving, and Change Order #2 Stantec, both regarding the Mendota Heights Road & Kensington Street Itnprovement project Mayor Garlock seconded the motion. Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 COMM[_1NITY ANNOUNCEMENTS No community announcements were made. COUNCIL COMMENTS Councilmember Petschel observed that this is a beautiful City in terms of the care people are showing for their yards and neighborhoods. She extended her appreciation to the residents whose properties make her walks enjoyable. Councilmember Miller noted that he is continually reminded of what a special place Mendota Heights is. He felt that it was on full display tonight when the residents spoke about things about which they are passionate. He said that this is what makes this City unique and excellent. There are many places across August I5, 2017 Mendota Heights City Council Page 1 D of ll Minnesota and the country where people are not tuned in to what is going on in their community. He expressed his appreciation to the evening's meeting attendees, and especially for their civility. Councilmember Paper expressed his appreciation to everyone who came to the meeting and expressed their opinion, one way or the other. He also wished good luck to the students who are seniors in the Class of 2018 as they begin their senior year. Councilmember Duggan pointed out that the solar eclipse would be the following Monday, August 21St, and asked that everyone should be careful and do not ignore the advice about viewing safety that is being presented by the media. He thanked Tim Benetti for the presentation on Orchard Heights. He said that businesses north and south of Dodd Road and Highway 110 are struggling due to the TH 110 construction. He encouraged residents to go visit them. Mayor Garlock stated that this new Council has been very busy with many meetings and workshops, and that it has received support from city staf£ He felt that everyone is seeing a Council that works together, and is becoming a cohesive team. He expressed his appreciation to everyone for their hard work. ADJOURN Councilmember Paper moved to adjourn. Councilmember Duggan seconded the motion. Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 Mayor Garlock adjourned the meeting at 9:01 p.m. ATTES . ' c � Lorri Smith City Clerk (� a���C Neil Garlock Mayor August I5, 2017 Mendota Hezghts City Council Page 11 of II