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2017-10-17 Council MinutesCITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS DAKOTA COUNTY STATE OF MINNESOTA Minutes of the Regular Meeting Held Tuesday, October 17, 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 Petschel moved adoption. Mayor Garlock 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 e) Approve Ordinance 515, Stop Sign Installations in Rogers Lake Neighborhood, � Authorize Request for Proposals for the Ivy Hills Park Pond Improvements, and h) Approve Resolution 2017-91, Acceptance of Park Bench Donation from Louis Strobel. a. Approval of October 3, 2017 City Council Minutes b. Approval of October 3, 2017 Council Work Session Minutes c. Acknowledge September 12, 2017 Parks and Recreation Commission Minutes d. Approve 2018 Insurance Renewal and Election to Not Waive Statutory Tort Limits e. Approve Ordinance 515, Stop Sign Installations in Rogers Lake Neighborhood £ Authorize Request for Proposals for the Ivy Hills Park Pond Improvements g. Approve Purchase of Fire Turn Out Gear h. Approve Resolution 2017-91, Acceptance of Park Bench Donation from Louis Strobel i. Acknowledge September Fire Synopsis Report j. Acknowledge September Building Activity Report October 17, 2017 Mendota Heights City Coui�cil Page 1 of 12 k. Approval of Claims List Councilmember Duggan seconded the motion. Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 PULLED CONSENT AGENDA ITEM E) APPROVE ORDINANCE 515, STOP SIGN INSTALLATIONS - ROGERS LAKE NEIGHBORHOOD Public Works Director Ryan Ruzek explained that staff had met with a number of residents from the Rogers Lake neighborhood. The Traffic Safety Committee recommended that stop signs be placed at various intersections. The residents have had a number of complaints over the years and staff has been looking at options to help control traffic in this area. The Committee is recommending the installation of traffic control at some of the t-intersections to help control who has the right of way. Standard traffic rules are that traffic on the right usually has the right- of-way; however, an a T-intersection; it is not always construed that way. Mr. Ruzek noted that there is an existing stop sign at northbound Cygnet at Wagon Wheel Trail which is not shown in the code. The ordinance under consideration would codify this stop sign, along with stop signs on these streets: • Cygnet Lane at Cheri Lane • Kressin Avenue at Lake Drive • Rogers Avenue at Lake Drive • Swan Drive at Lake Drive • Bluebill Drive at Swan Drive Mr. Jim Martin, 901 Cheri Lane, expressed concern that having the stop sign on Cygnet would encourage the drivers on Cheri Lane to speed. He requested that stop signs be installed on Cheri Lane as well. Councilmember Petschel stated that this plan is a work in progress. These signs would establish who has the right-of-way. The Council has authorized a traffic study to be completed for this area so experts can review the traffic movements and make a recommendation to improve the traffic flow. Ms. Diane Martin, 901 Cheri Lane, asked if the installation of these proposed stop signs should be delayed until after the traffic study is completed. Councilmember Petschel replied that the Committee felt, at a minimum and on advice received from law enforcement and a traffic engineer, that a real problem in Rogers Lake is the lack of right-of-way. The signs are being installed to address those safety concerns now rather than later. The signage could be adjusted. Ms. Martin noted that with construction being completed on the surrounding streets, some of the issues may be eliminated. Councilmember Petschel encouraged Jim and Diane Martin to provide Mr. Ruzek with their name and contact information so they could be informed of when the Traffic Safety Committee would be meeting on this particular topic and encouraged them to be engaged. October 17, 2017 Mendota Heights Ciry Council Page 2 of 12 Ms. Sonja Hauter, 2371 Rogers Avenue, stated that she believes a stop sign at Crescent and Rogers was unnecessary. The real issue is not being addressed, that being the traffic on Lake Drive. Mayor Garlock stated this is the first step in establishing right-of-way. The traffic survey may show other options. This has been an issue for a number of years. A lot of complaints have been heard and extra time and effort is being expended to resolve the traffic issues in this area. Councilmember Petschel moved to adopt ORDINANCE NO. 515 AMENDING TITLE 6, CHAPTER 3, SECTION 1 OF THE CITY CODE. Mayor Garlock seconded the motion. Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 F) AUTHORIZE REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR THE IVY HILLS PARK POND IMPROVEMENTS Public Works Director Ryan Ruzek explained that in ivy Hills Park is a stormwater treatment pond originally constructed in 1965; it may have been a natural wetland prior to that. This is one of the few ponds located on the north end and it provides a large water quality benefit. There is a 60-inch pipe that enters the pond on the east side, which drains from the Dodd Road and Delaware Avenue intersection. From the pond, it enters another small storm sewer system and then discharges into Ivy Falls Creek. Staff has received a number of complaints that this pond has become odorous, which is a sign that it is full of sediment. The City pumped down the pond a couple of times to get some oxygen into the sediment and try to kill off some of the bad bacteria. The pond does refill after every rainstorm. Staff is proposing to complete a dredging of the pond. A consultant has been authorized to do wetland delineation. The next step would be to issue a Request for Proposals to consultants included in the City's consulting pool. The consultant hired would test the sediment in the pond to determine if there are any hazardous materials present. If the sediment is free of contaminants, it would be used to fill in a low area on the north end. If contaminants are present, the Parks Department would request to add an extension into an existing storm sewer where they can collect some water from that low area. Currently, the City has $80,000 budgeted for pond maintenance. Councilmember Miller asked who would deem that hazardous and what the threshold would be. Mr. Ruzek replied that that there are standards set forth through the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency and there are also material testing companies. Some of the biggest chemicals are heavy metals — lead and mercury, along with polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs). They are found in ponds that have runoff from coal-tar based driveway sealers. Councilmember Miller asked if there was any idea of what was causing the pollution in ivy Hills Park Pond. Mr. Ruzek replied that it is sediment, which includes leaves, sand, road salts, and debris that go down the storm sewers. This pond seems to be undersized for the amount of water flowing through it. It was originally constructed in 1965 and it was dredged once in 1992. October 17, 2017 Mendota Heights City Council Page 3 of 12 Councilmember Miller asked if staff has identified any other problem wetlands or ponds. Mr. Ruzek replied that staff tested three ponds several years ago and found localized fill right at the inlets to the ponds. All three were found to be fulfilling their treatment requirements. Staff will be creating a Pond Improvement Plan based on the stormwater utility budget which will be $100,000/year. The city can start cleaning two ponds per year. Councilmember Petschel explained that ponds now fall under the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency and five or six years ago they required all cities to complete a pond inventory. Going forward they will provide guidelines for the cities. Councilmember Duggan asked where the storm sewer extension would be placed. Mr. Ruzek explained that there is an existing storm sewer line that runs along the east edge of the pond through a ditch. What they would do is break a hole into one of the existing manholes aYd run a line directly to the east and install a new catch basin at the end of that line. Councilmember Duggan asked what filling in of the low area would do. Mr. Ruzek replied that if they were able to fill that low area in, water would drain into the existing storm sewer line and the ditch. Councilmember Duggan stated this is a huge challenge for the City. He asked, as the delineation report is being completed, would there be an emphasis on getting reports to the City stating the condition of the water, the steps that need to be taken to remediate, and the results of those remediation steps. Mr. Ruzek replied that the Council will award the contract for the preparation of the Delineation Report on November 21 St. Then that consultant would provide plans, specifications, and an estimate. Councilmember Petschel moved to authorize staff to issue a Request for Proposals for the Ivy Hills Park Pond Improvements. Councilmember Miller seconded the motion. Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 H) APPROVE RESOLUTION 2017-91, ACCEPTANCE OF PARK BENCH DONATION FROM LOUIS STROBEL Councilmember Paper explained that Mr. Louis Strobel has donated the park bench in memory of his wife, Nancy. He also noted that this is a terrific program. He expressed his appreciation for the donation as it helps the City and is a remembrance of someone. Councilmember Duggan noted that former Councilmember Ms. Mary Jeanne Schneeman started this program approximately 20 years ago. Councilmember Paper moved to adopt RESOLUTION 2017-91 ACCEPT GIFT FROM LOUIS STROBEL. Councilmember Duggan seconded the motion. Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 October 17, 2017 Mendota Heights City Coaincil Page 4 of 12 An audience member asked how much it costs to dontate a park bench. The reply was $1,000.00. City Administrator Mark McNeill noted that these costs will be reviewed as they are possibly out of date. There were no public comments. PUBLIC COMMENTS ALCOHOL PENALTY APPEALS A) RESOLUTION 2017-90, F1NDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS OF APPEAL HEARINGS FOR THE ADMINISTRATIVE PENALTIES IMPOSED Chief of Police Kelly McCarthy gave a brief overview of the City's process for alcohol compliance checks. The department works with a volunteer who is over 18 but less than 21 years of age. On September 8, 2017, an experienced Community Service Officer from another city was used to complete the compliance checks. He has conducted compliance checks in Mendota Heights, Mendota, and Lilydale for the past few years. They are instructed to wear their street clothes and use their own identification that states they are under 21. During this round of compliance checks, five establishments failed the compliance check. Two of those establishments have paid their administrative fee and served their three day suspension. Three of the establishments that failed the check requested to appeal the penalty to the City Council. Councilmember Paper asked if five failures was a lot for one year. Chief McCarthy replied in the affirmative and noted that last year, Mendota Heights had one failure. The department used the same volunteer last year. Councilmember Miller noted that SuperAmerica stated that they ran the ID through the Point of Sa1e register system and still sold the alcohol. He asked what the machine said. Chief McCarthy stated she is unfamiliar with their system, however, the ID provided to the seller showed that the buyer was under 21 years of age. Councilmember Duggan mentioned that the construction on Hwy 110 has been hard on a lot of businesses. However, if there is a policy to ask for ID, then the establishments should ask everyone no matter their appearance. He believes the City is somewhat serving a double penalty — the administrative fine and three-day suspension of sales. His recommendation would be to only issue a three day license suspension, and also to refund the two establishments that have already paid the administrative fee. Mr. Ian Hotsworth, district manager of SuperAmerica #4521, presented the history of compliance for the company and noted that they consider compliance issues as part of their business. In the last five years, as a company of 200 stores, they have had an 89% compliance rate and in the last three years they have been able to raise that rate to 95%. This shows that they are making strides to improve their training. They have not had any violations in Mendota Heights prior to this. Their employee that failed the check was immediately terminated. The company took this violation very seriously and took corrective action. October 17, 2017 Mef2dota Heights City Council Page 5 of 12 They also took the step of having a third-party come into every store every month; this is a person under the age of 30. Their policy is to card anyone who appears to be under 30 years of age. With all of that in mind, he would appreciate any leniency on the fine and on the three-day suspension of sales. Councilmember Paper asked for an explanation of how the ID swipe machine works. Mr. Hotsworth replied that, depending on the ID, it is a matter of if the machine read the ID properly. There would be an error message if the machine did not read the ID accurately, which is what he believes happened. Ms. Theresa Li, manager of Haiku Japanese Bistro, stated that construction in the area has had a negative affect on their business and they have had a high turnover of servers. The server in question was not well trained and, in fact, was still in training. This is why the mistake was made and they hoped to have their penalty lowered because of the special situation they currently have. Ms. Ann Ulrich, co-owner of Mendoberri, stated that last week, Mendoberri marked their seventh year of doing business in the community. They are honored to provide a casual, up-scale environment. Two essential ingredients for their success are the professionalism and hospitality of their staff. Unfortunately, in a momentary lapse of judgment, one of their servers failed to request identification from an underage patron during the compliance check. They offer no excuses and take full responsibility for ensuring their staff have the knowledge necessary for complying with the laws. Most of their servers do hold alcohol awareness certifications and the newer employees who do not yet hold certification have been enrolled in a Minnesota approved certification course. In addition, the Mendoberri training has always covered how and when to card. In short, they require their staff to card everyone who appears to be under the age of 40. They believe the severity of the penalty must also fit the offense. They believe that a$1,000 fine, in addition to a suspension of their license for three days, is not warranted. A suspension of their liquor license would have a ripple effect and would not only punish the business, but it would also punish their customers and staff. An average of $3,500 a day in revenue would equate to an approximate loss of $10,500 over the three-day suspension. This is an unjust penalty. Mendoberri's requested that the penalties for this first offense be reduced. Councilmember Paper asked if the three-day suspension was for three consecutive days. City Administrator Mark McNeill replied that had been the practice. City Attorney Tom Lehmann also noted that compliance is easier when the days are consecutive. Councilmember Petschel said that the issue that is complicating this is the two establishments that have already paid the iine and have fulfilled the 3-day suspension of alcohol sales. Ms. Ulrich asked if the other two establishments were in the same position as Mendoberri, have they had the same clean record and is liquor one of the core products of their business. The reply was a resounding yes. The City has had no issues at either of those two establishments. Councilmember Petschel continued by stating that the Council has been very sensitive to what the issues were this summer with the traffic and the foot traffic in The Plaza and in The Village. However, they are going to have to find a way to make this equitable for everyone. Octobe�• 17, 2017 Mendota Heights City Cottncil Page 6 of 12 Mayor Garlock noted that staff has surveyed the area cities and determined that the City is pretty harsh with the fine and the suspension. However, since two businesses have completed their 3-day suspension and paid the administrative fine, he believes that these three establishments should be issued a 3-day license suspension as we1L He would be willing to waive the administrative iine and refund the other two estabiishments their fines. Councilmember Duggan noted that this is the most equitable for all of the businesses involved. He noted that these businesses have all been exemplary in helping the City with public events. Councilmember Paper asked if there was a law or rule that states the three days need to be consecutive. City Attorney Tom Lehmann replied in the negative, although the City would want to know what those three days are to ensure they are in compliance. There is also no timeframe that the three days would need to fit into. He noted that the other two establishments were suspended for three consecutive days. Councilmember Petschel recommended the restaurants be given the decision of which three consecutive days would work best for them. She also stated that she believes the people in Mendota Heights are reasonable and that the restaurants would not need to explain to all of the patrons. The establishments could have a plan and pick their dates for suspension. Mayor Garlock recommended that staff and Council review the administrative penalties and address if they should be reduced or adjusted in any way. Councilmember Duggan moved to adopt RESOLUTION 2017-90 CONCLUSIONS OF APPEAL HEARINGS HELD FOR THE ADMINISTRATIVE PENALTIES IMPOSED FOR VIOLATION OF THE ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES CITY CODE REGULATIONS with the following changes: L That SuperAmerica #4521, 1080 Highway 110, shall be imposed an administrative fine of $0 and a 3 day suspension of their license. They can select the three consecutive days between now and Thanksgiving [November 23, 2017]. 2. That Haiku Japanese Bistro, 754 Highway 110, shall be imposed an administrative fine of $0 and a 3 day suspension of their license. They can select the three consecutive days between now and Thanksgiving [November 23, 2017]. 3. That Mendoberri, 730 Main Street, shall be imposed an administrative fine of $0 and a 3 day suspension of their license. They can select the three consecutive days between now and Thanksgiving [November 23, 2017]. And to refund Teresa's and Tommy Chicago's the administrative fine of $1,000. Councilmember Petschel seconded the motion City Administrator Mark McNeill asked if there was a separate license for Sunday's sales. City Clerk Lorri Smith replied that Haiku Japanese Bistro has a Special Sunday license; the other two licensees have an off sale 3.2 beer and a on sale wine with a 3.2 beer license which include Sunday sales. It would not make a difference in the days they can choose for the suspension. October 17, 2017 Mendota Heiglzts City Council Page 7 of 12 City Attorney Tom Lehmann asked that an addition be put in place that they provide notice to the City Clerk of the three days selected so the Police Department would have that information if they would like to do a compliance check. Councilmember Paper asked that the licensees be given until the end of 2017 to complete the suspension. Councilmember Duggan accepted the friendly amendments, as did the second Councilmember Petschel. Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 Councilmember Paper asked for an explanation of what the plans are for the future in regards to this type of violation. City Administrator Mark McNeill recommended that when the Council reviews the fee schedule for 2018, they look at this more closely before adoption. Councilmember Petschel asked the community to continue to support the local establishments. PUBLIC HEARING A) RESOLUTION 2017-88, APPROVING STREET VACATION OF ROGERS AVENUE Public Works Director Ryan Ruzek stated that on the south side of Wagon Wheel Trail, there is a 60- foot right-of-way that abuts Rogers Lake. The property is surrounded by two single-family residential homes. The property is located east of Wagon Wheel Court and west of Cygnet and Rogers Lane on the north. The west 30 feet was dedicated in the Caroline's Lake View plat, platted in 1929. There is an additional 30 feet on the east side that was dedicated as right-of-way as shown on the Dakota County's property maps. A petition has been submitted by both adjacent landowners to have this piece of land vacated. The single family home on the west of the right-of-way is proposed to be torn down and reconstructed but would remain a single family home. Due to the requirements of the land abutting a public waterway, as Rogers Avenue is, staff was required to do a 60-day review period through the Department of Natural Resources (DNR). Their letter was received yesterday stating that, due to the proximity to Rogers Lake Park with the existing boat access and the existing fishing pier, the DNR did not have any objections to this vacation. Staff received two phone calls on this hearing request. Once the homeowners understood that it was just one single-family home being constructed they were not objecting to the right-of-way vacation. Councilmember Petschel moved to open the public hearing. Councilmember Duggan seconded the motion. Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 Mr. Greg Quail, 963 Wagon Wheel, stated he had no objections to this vacation. October 17, 20I7 Mendota Heiglits City Council Page 8 of 12 Mayor Garlock moved to close the public hearing. Councilmember Petschel seconded the motion Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 Councilmember Petschel moved to adopt RESOLUTION 2017-88 APPROVING A STREET VACATION OF ROGERS AVENUE. Councilmember Paper seconded the motion. Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 NEW AND UNFINISHED BUSINESS A) RESOLUTION 2017-89, PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF $1,370,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS, SERIES 2017A Mr. James Lehnhoff, representative from Ehlers and Associates, provided the background and results of the bond sale. Staff had a conference call with Standard & Poor's and their rating did reaffirm the City's AAA rating, which is both excellent and the highest possible. Highlights from the S&P report included that the City has strong management and good financial policies, has a strong budgetary performance, has strong budgetary flexibility with high available fund balance, has strong liquidity with total government available cash at 126% of total government fund expenditures, and has adequate debt and contingent liability position. 78% of the City's debt is expected to be retired over the next 10 years, which is a very positive credit position. The sale was held through a competitive process and the City received two bids, with Baird having the low bid with a true interest cost of 2.1055%, an excellent rate for a 10-year bond. The par amount was reduced from $1,370,000 to $1,340,000 because the City did receive a premium on the bond. In combination between the premium and slightly lower cost of issuance, the par amount of the bond reduced; however, the City still receives the same amount of proceeds. Councilmember Duggan acknowledged that the `team' of financial people at The City of Mendota Heights consists of Finance Director Kristen Schabacker and one part-time assistant. He expressed his appreciation of Ms. Schabacker efforts in keeping the City at an AAA rating. Councilmember Petschel asked if Baird was out of Milwaukee, which it is. Councilmember Duggan moved to adopt RESOLUTION 2017-89 PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF $1,340,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION IMPROVEMENT BONDS, SERIES 2017A, PLEDGING FOR THE SECURITY THEREOF SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS, AND LEVYING A TAX FOR THE PAYMENT THEREOF. Councilmember Paper seconded the motion. Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 October 17, 2017 Mendota Heights City Council Page 9 of 12 B) SOUTH PLAZA DRIVE CROSSWALK IMPROVEMENT Public Works Director Ryan Ruzek explained that city staff has concerns of a crosswalk at South Plaza Drive across Trunk Highway 149 (Dodd Road). The Traffic Safety Committee (TSC) discussed this at their last safety meeting on October 9, 2017. Their recommendations were to request high visibility pedestrian crossing signs as a short-term improvement to the existing crosswalk. Long-term improvements would be reviewed and could require relocation of the crosswalk to a safer area. The proposed Dodd Road reconstruction in 2018 is supposed to have the same lane configuration in this area as exists today. These high visibility signs would remain through the reconstruction until the City decides to look at a possible relocation of that crossing. The Traffic Safety Committee suggested the high visibility signs have a rapid flash system. The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) has allowed these in select locations; however, they do not have this system on their approved list. Staff is working with them to see if they would permit and allow this system to be installed. These systems have been shown to reduce stopping by 80% in a pedestrian crosswalk. These have sixteen flashers on each side and they flash 180-degrees with a very bright rapid flash to alert vehicles. They are operated by a push button system and are powered by a solar panel with a battery. Staff received a quote for this system of $9,100. The City would still be required to hire a contractor to install the system. Staff requested approval to purchase two solar powered, high visibility pedestrian crossing signs. If MnDOT were to choose to not allow them, then staff would have to go to the blinker-type signs. Councilmember Petschel stated that her message to MnDOT would be that if they were not going to approve this, then they move the crossing so there would only be two lanes of traffic to cross. She stated this is a dangerous crosswalk. With the improvements at The Plaza and with the Hwy 110 underpass, there will be more foot trafiic in the area. She suggested an article in the Heights Highlights urging parents to speak to their children about using the crosswalks. Councilmember Miller liked the suggestion of the article but also stressed that a large amount of education should go to the drivers on the road. Stopping for pedestrians in the crosswalk is the state law. Councilmember Duggan asked if there was a warranty on the system. Mr. Ruzek replied that he has not checked the warranty; however, it does have a 10-year battery life. Mr. Ruzek stated that city staff would be responsible for all maintenance as it would be a city-owned structure. Councilmember Duggan asked if the City had the power to say `no drivers on their cell phones going through our city' . City Attorney Tom Lehmann replied that by state statute, texting while driving is already not allowed. Talking on a cell phone is allowed; however, there is a push in the legislature to look at adding that to the law, and only allowing hands-free devices in cars. October 17, 2017 Mendota Heights Ciry Counczl Page 10 of 12 Councilmember Paper, referencing the battery life, asked how long it would hold the charge. Mr. Ruzek answered that the supplier states that this should operate for 30 days if there were 30 days of clouds. Councilmember Paper then asked what makes these so expensive. Mr. Ruzek was unsure, which was why the city is obtaining a second quote. Councilmember Petschel noted that if something better comes along for this particular intersection, the City could move this system to another location. Councilmember Paper asked how big the sign would be and if the lights would make the reflective part of the sign light up. Mr. Ruzek replied that they were planning to install a 36-inch sign, the bottom sign would be 30-inches long and a few inches high. There would be some shining of the lights. He then asked if there was a system available that would have a light higher up on the pole that, when the button was pushed, would shine a floodlight type light directly down toward the crosswalk from each direction. Mr. Ruzek replied that he was unaware if that technology existed. With this being a state right-of-way they would have to approve any products installed. Councilmember Duggan moved to approve the purchase of two solar powered, high visibility pedestrian "Rapid Flash" crossing signs. Councilmember Petschel seconded the motion. Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS City Administrator Mark McNeill announced that the ribbon cutting ceremony for the Highway 110 underpass is scheduled for 11:30 a.m. on October 27, 2017. Residents can bring brush to the bonfire site beginning October 26, 2017. Details can be found on the City's website. COUNCIL COMMENTS Councilmember Duggan reminded residents of the "Name the Tunnel" contest. The details are on the City's website. Councilmember Duggan noted that the Henry Sibley High School Band is being honored by representing the State of Minnesota in Washington DC next year. They are accepting donation to cover trip expenses. Donations can be made at www.henrysibleyband.or�. Councilmember Duggan recognized the Fire Department for a stellar open house. The firefighters also serve the hot dogs at the bonfire. With construction taking place, the City is being challenged to find a place for the bonfire next year. He read a poem he wrote about the bonfire. Councilmember Duggan noted that NDC4 held their 30th birthday party last week. These are significant things in our community and everyone should hold their heads a bit higher. Octobe�• 17, 2017 Mendota Heights Cr�ty Council Page 11 of 12 Councilmember Paper reminded residents that on October 26, 2017 the school district would be hosting a District-wide Facilities Planning Project Review at Henry Sibley High School. There will be two sessions; one between 6:00 — 7:00 p.m. and one between 7:00 — 8:00 p.m. Free childcare will be available. They are also offering tours of the high school. Councilmember Miller stated what an honor it is for the Henry Sibley marching band to be selected to represent Minnesota in Washington D.C. The band has not been there since 1992. He pointed out that there were two people in the room — including himself — who were part of the last trip to DC and were crowned Nationai Marching Bank Champions. He also thanked everyone who came to the Fire Department Open House. Councilmember Petschel stated that there has been work done on the traffic issues in Rogers Lake. She complimented the residents on their civility, kindness, and respectfulness. If we all work together we can find a permanent solution. She expressed thanks to the Police Chief and the City Engineer who have been a big part of the work group. Councilmember Petschel stated that, from her experience, the Traffic Safety Committee is a very dynamic and productive group. She credited the Police Chief, the City Engineer, and the new resident on the committee for providing great input. She believes that when there are issues in the City, there is much to be gained from civil discussions and working together. ADJOURN Mayor Garlock moved to adjourn. Councilmember Miller seconded the motion. Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 Mayor Garlock adjourned the meeting at 8:44 p.m. �� Neil Garlock Mayor ATTEST: Lorri Smith City Clerk October 17, 2017 Alendota Hezghts City Council Page 12 of 12