2019-06-18 Council PacketCITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
June 18, 2019 – 7:00 pm
Mendota Heights City Hall
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Adopt Agenda
5. Presentations
a. Update on Fire Station Expansion/Remodel by Paul Oberhaus, CPMI
b. 2019 Legislative Session Review by State Representative Ruth Richardson
6. Consent Agenda
a. Approval of June 4, 2019 City Council Minutes
b. Approval of June 4, 2019 Council Work Session Minutes
c. Acknowledge the May 14, 2019 Parks/Rec Commission Minutes
d. Acknowledge the May 23, 2019 Parks/Rec Work Session Minutes
e. Beyond the Yellow Ribbon Participation
f. Acknowledge the 2020 Budget Timeline
g. Approve the Liquor License for Haiku MH Inc. dba Haiku Japanese Bistro
h. Accept Retirement Notice of Firefighter John Boland from the Mendota Heights Fire
Department
i. Approve Public Works Lead Worker Appointment
j. Approve Invoice from Saint Paul Regional Water for the Dodd Road Watermain Offset
k. Approval of Resolution 2019-38 Accepting Donations for City Events
l. Approval of Claims List
7. Citizen Comment Period
*see guidelines below
8. Public Hearings - none
9. New and Unfinished Business
a. Resolution 2019-37 Accept Feasibility Report and Call for Public Hearing on the Town Center
Village Retaining Wall Improvements
b. Award Hagstrom King Park Playground Improvements
c. Confirm Location of the Portable Toilet and Hagstrom King Park
10. Community Announcements
11. Council Comments
12. Adjourn
Guidelines for Citizen Comment Period: “The Citizen Comments section of the agenda
provides an opportunity for the public to address the Council on items which are not on the
agenda. All are welcome to speak.
Comments should be directed to the Mayor. Comments will be limited to 5 minutes per person
and topic; presentations which are longer than five minutes will need to be scheduled with the
City Clerk to appear on a future City Council agenda. Comments should not be repetitious.
Citizen comments may not be used to air personal attacks, to air personality grievances, to
make political endorsements, or for political campaign purposes. Council members will not
enter into a dialogue with citizens, nor will any decisions be made at that presentation.
Questions from the Council will be for clarification only. Citizen comments will not be used as
a time for problem solving or reacting to the comments made, but rather for hearing the
citizen for information only. If appropriate, the Mayor may assign staff for follow up to the
issues raised.”
To: Mayor and City Council
From: Mark McNeill, City Administrator
Subject: Construction Manager Update
Date: June 18, 2019
Comment:
Introduction:
The Construction Manager for the Fire Station project will be in attendance at the June 18th meeting to
provide an update on the progress of the project.
Background:
CPMI was hired by the City to be the Construction Manager for the Fire Station expansion and
remodeling. Paul Oberhaus is employee assigned to the Mendota Heights project.
At the request of the City Council, Mr. Oberhaus will be providing a brief update on construction
activities each month at the Fire Station. We will normally schedule this for the second meeting each
month of the City Council. His first report will be June 18th.
Mark McNeill
City Administrator
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To: Mayor and City Council
From: Mark McNeill, City Administrator
Subject: Appearance by Representative Ruth Richardson
Date: June 18, 2019
Comment:
Introduction:
At the June 18th meeting, Minnesota Representative Ruth Richardson will appear before the City Council
to provide a review of the just-ended 2019 Legislative Session
Background:
Representative Richardson was elected to serve House District 52B in November, 2018. That district
consists of Mendota Heights south of TH 62, and Inver Grove Heights. She is a resident of Mendota
Heights.
She has requested time to appear before the Mendota Heights City Council to provide a wrap-up of the
2019 Minnesota Legislative session.
Action Required
Information only. No action is required.
Mark McNeill
City Administrator
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CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
DAKOTA COUNTY
STATE OF MINNESOTA
Minutes of the Regular Meeting
Held Tuesday, June 4, 2019
Pursuant to due call and notice, the regular meeting of the City Council, City of Mendota Heights,
Minnesota was held at 7:00 pm at City Hall, 1101 Victoria Curve, Mendota Heights, Minnesota.
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Garlock called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m. Councilors Duggan, Paper, Miller, and Petschel
were also present.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Council, the audience, and staff recited the Pledge of Allegiance.
MOMENT OF SILENCE
Councilor Duggan asked everyone to observe a Moment of Silence to acknowledge the tragedy that
occurred on May 31, 2019 in Virginia Beach, VA.
AGENDA ADOPTION
Mayor Garlock presented the agenda for adoption. Councilor Petschel motioned to move item 8f.
Consider the Request for Proposals for the Sale of Vacant Lots at The Village at Mendota Heights to item
8a, and the remaining items to be renumbered after that.
Councilor Duggan seconded the motion.
Ayes: 5
Nays: 0
CONSENT CALENDAR
Mayor Garlock presented the consent calendar and explained the procedure for discussion and approval.
Councilor Petschel moved approval of the consent calendar as presented, pulling items a.) Approval of
May 21, 2019 City Council Minutes; k.) Approve 2019 Street Striping Contract; and o.) Approval of
Claims List.
a. Approval of May 21, 2019 City Council Minutes
b. Approval of May 16, 2019 Council Work Session Minutes
c. Approval of May 21, 2019 Council Work Session Minutes
d. Approval of May 28, 2019 Council Work Session Minutes
e. Acknowledge the April 9, 2019 Parks/Rec Commission Minutes
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f. Acknowledge the April 23, 2019 Planning Commission Meeting Minutes
g. Approve Renewal of Liquor Licenses
h. Approve City Compensation Plan and Pay Matrix Adjustments
i. Authorize Purchase and Installation of a New City Telephone System
j. Approve Grading Permit for 1895 Lexington Avenue
k. Approve 2019 Street Striping Contract
l. Approve Noise Oversight Committee Appointments
m. Approve Out of State Training for Police Department
n. Approve Out of State Training for Fire Department
o. Approval of Claims List
Councilor Miller seconded the motion.
Ayes: 5
Nays: 0
PULLED CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS
A) APPROVAL OF MAY 21, 2019 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
Councilor Duggan suggested edits to the May 21, 2019 City Council Minutes. He suggested on page 3,
the sentence, “In effect, the city has emasculated the increase in density that was provided for.” should
read “In effect, the city has emasculated the increase in density that was just being provided for.”
On page 9, in the first full paragraph, the word perspective should be ‘prospective’ and the word it should
be ‘its’ legislative powers. In the second full paragraph, it should read “Councilor Miller, in an attempt
to clarify Councilor Duggan’s question earlier earlier question . . . on how close these facilities could
be from to each other.”
Councilor Petschel moved to approve the May 21, 2019 City Council Minutes with Councilor Duggan’s
suggested changes.
Mayor Garlock seconded the motion.
Ayes: 5
Nays: 0
K) APPROVE 2019 STREET STRIPING CONTRACT
Councilor Duggan asked Public Works Director Ryan Ruzek what was being proposed in this contract.
Mr. Ruzek explained that the city budgeted $40,000 a year for street sweeping and striping. The spring
street sweeping has been completed and staff is now looking to do the street striping. The city chooses to
use an epoxy rather than a paint because it seems to last longer.
This year, staff is proposing to stripe Chippewa Avenue and Lemay Lake Road, which will have a chip
seal installed. Once that project is complete, the successful bidder, will do the striping. The remaining
budget will go towards street sweeping in the fall.
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Councilor Duggan asked if there would be enough money left in the budget for the fall street sweeping.
Mr. Ruzek replied that if not, then money would come from the Stormwater Utility Fund since street
sweeping keeps the leaves and debris from entering the stormwater ponds.
Councilor Petschel asked if the issue with the paint on Mendota Heights Road had been addressed. Mr.
Ruzek replied that it has been corrected. The epoxy used last year never cured. They were able to remove
it and reapply the correct mixture. It is a permanent adhesion now.
Councilor Petschel moved to award the 2019 Street Striping contract to Sir Lines-A-Lot for the amount
of $8,376.20.
Councilor Miller seconded the motion.
Ayes: 5
Nays: 0
O) APPROVAL OF CLAIMS LIST
Councilor Duggan noted the payment to CPMI and asked if staff could give an update on the Fire Station
addition/remodel project. City Administrator McNeill noted that CPMI is the project construction
manager. This payment would be for the work that took place last month.
Councilor Duggan then asked about the payment to Stonebrooke Engineering for The Village retaining
wall work. Mr. Ruzek replied that the feasibility report to repair the retaining wall is almost complete. It
is scheduled to be accepted by the City Council at their June 18, 2019 meeting; and a public hearing would
be scheduled for July 16, 2019.
Councilor Duggan, referencing the payment to Green2 Solar Leasing, asked if this was something the city
paid every month. Mr. McNeill replied in the affirmative and noted that the intent is that the solar
generated from the panels would then offset this lease cost. Councilor Duggan asked for confirmation that
when that started to be offset, the city would be saving approximately $1,100 per month. Mr. McNeill
replied that the savings start slowly and build over the five-year term.
Councilor Duggan asked if the city ever compares the Claims List to the same month the previous year.
Mr. McNeill replied that because costs vary from year to year he did not know if that would be a good
comparison.
Councilor Paper, regarding the payment to CPMI, asked if the Council could get a verbal monthly report
from CPMI about the progress being made at the Fire Station. Mr. McNeill stated he would contact CPMI
to make this request. He stated he recently spoke with the construction manager and was told that they
have been waiting for Xcel to relocate an underground line. In the meantime, crews have been working
on the ambulance bay. Xcel should be out June 6th to relocate the line and the transformer box will be two
weeks later. He indicated that he is busy making sure they have the materials and labor ready to go.
Councilor Duggan moved to approve the Claims List.
Councilor Petschel seconded the motion.
Ayes: 5
Nays: 0
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PUBLIC COMMENTS
No one from the public wished to make a public comment.
PUBLIC HEARING
No items scheduled.
NEW AND UNFINISHED BUSINESS
CONSIDER THE REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR THE SALE OF VACANT LOTS AT
THE VILLAGE AT MENDOTA HEIGHTS
City Administrator Mark McNeill explained that, before this meeting, the Council met in two separate
closed sessions for the purpose of discussing the sale of the vacant city-owned property at The Village at
Mendota Heights. The property is bounded by Dodd Road to the west, Maple Street to the south, and
Linden Street to the east. There was no action taken during the closed sessions. The Council is now in a
position where they could direct staff to draft a purchase agreement with the preferred developer.
Councilor Paper stated that the Council had two development plans that were considered and both were
equally good in their own rights. Either plan would have worked. He believed the city was fortunate to
get to where they are now in the development of this property.
Councilor Petschel moved to direct City staff to negotiate a purchase agreement with Grand Real Estate
Advisors out of St. Paul, MN, for sale of the vacant lots.
Councilor Duggan seconded the motion.
Ayes: 3 (Duggan, Petschel, Garlock)
Nays: 2 (Miller, Paper)
RESOLUTION 2019-39 APPROVING AN INTERIM USE PERMIT TO SOUTHVIEW DESIGN
FOR PROPERTY AT 2383 PILOT KNOB ROAD (PLANNING CASE NO. 2019-10)
Community Development Director Tim Benetti explained this request from Southview Design for an
Interim Use Permit to allow for temporary off-site parking on the adjacent Minnesota Department of
Transportation (MnDOT) property at 2383 Pilot Knob Road. Southview is requesting to use this area
for their seasonal workers who are now parking along Enterprise Drive. This has caused complaints
from some the local businesses and it is also a safety factor.
Southview Design approached MnDOT with the idea of purchasing this property, however, MnDOT is
willing to only lease the space to Southview Design. They will not allow the area to be improved with
drainage improvements or hard surfaces. Southview Design has agreed and will be putting down bark
mulch to control weeds and to provide a temporary drivable surface. There will be no direct access to
this parking area from Pilot Knob Road, only from Southview Design’s current parking lot.
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Councilor Petschel noticed that the conditions listed did not include the requirement that the property
must be returned to its pre-parking condition. Mr. Benetti pointed out that this is included in Condition
#4 of the resolution.
Councilor Duggan moved to adopt RESOLUTION 2019-39 APPROVING AN INTERIM USE
PERMIT TO SOUTHVIEW DESIGN FOR TEMPORARY OFF-SITE PARKING IN THE I-
INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT, LOCATED AT 2383 PILOT KNOB ROAD (PLANNING CASE NO.
2019-10).
Mayor Garlock seconded the motion.
Ayes: 5
Nays: 0
RESOLUTION 2019-40 APPROVING A VARIANCE (OVER-HEIGHT FENCE) FOR
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1341 CHERRY HILL ROAD (PLANNING CASE NO. 2019-12)
Community Development Director Tim Benetti explained that this request is for a variance for the
installation of an over-height fence was submitted by Mr. Chuck Mastel for the property located at 1341
Cherry Hill Road. He was requesting an allowance to extend a six-foot high fence to nine feet.
Currently, the back yard has a six-foot high fence. The fence is located along the trail on Wachtler
Avenue. Dakota County has ordered the owner to relocate the current fence due to its encroachment into
their right-of-way.
Mr. Mastel is requesting approval for a nine-foot high fence to keep the same level of privacy he
currently has with the six-foot high fence. His rear yard slopes down significantly and persons on the
trail would be able to see into their rear yard.
Councilor Miller asked if a situation similar to this has arisen in the past. Councilor Petschel replied that
she was unaware of any request for a nine-foot high fence during her tenure on the City Council.
Councilor Duggan replied that he would be in support of the variance based on the fact that it was an
innocent mistake.
Councilor Paper asked what would happen to the current landscaping. Mr. Benetti replied that the owner
was planning on removing it, except for some of the trees.
Councilor Duggan moved to adopt RESOLUTION 2019-40 APPROVING A VARIANCE FOR
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1341 CHERRY HILL ROAD (PLANNING CASE NO. 2019-12).
Mayor Garlock seconded the motion.
Ayes: 5
Nays: 0
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RESOLUTION 2019-41 APPROVING A WETLANDS PERMIT FOR PROPERTY LOCATED
AT 660 HIDDEN CREEK TRAIL (PLANNING CASE NO. 2019-13)
Community Development Director Tim Benetti explained that this request was from Mark and Stacy
Roszkowski for a Wetlands Permit to construct and install a new in-ground pool with deck to the rear of
their property. Their property is located at 660 Hidden Creek Trail and all new work would have
minimal impacts to the adjacent pond and wetland feature. The in-ground pool with deck would replace
the current deck area and encompass the same footprint.
Councilor Duggan moved to adopt RESOLUTION 2019-41 APPROVING A WETLANDS PERMIT
FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 660 HIDDEN CREEK TRAIL (PLANNING CASE NO. 2019-13).
Councilor Petschel seconded the motion.
Ayes: 5
Nays: 0
RESOLUTION 2019-42 APPROVING A LOT SPLIT FOR PROPERTY LOCATED
AT 1133 ORCHARD PLACE (PLANNING CASE NO. 2019-15)
Community Development Director Tim Benetti explained that this subdivision request was received
from Ms. Nona Mosvick for property located at 1133 Orchard Place. The lot is just over 200 feet in
width and approximately 214 feet in depth. The request is to split the lot into two parcels, Parcel A being
100 feet x 214.51 feet and Parcel B being 111 feet x 214.51 feet. Both lots would meet the minimum lot
size requirements.
Mrs. Mosvick would remain in her home on Parcel B; an existing 1.5 story, split level single family
dwelling. A new single family home would be built on Parcel A.
Councilor Duggan asked what the distance would be between the existing house and the proposed side
lot line. Mr. Benetti replied that it would be 15 feet, which is more than the side yard setback
requirement.
Councilor Petschel asked that the engineering staff take a close look at how both of these lots drain to
address any issues before the new home is built.
Councilor Paper, referencing the existing house to the west, asked if it was 10.4 feet from the property
line. Mr. Benetti replied that was correct.
Mayor Garlock moved to adopt RESOLUTION 2019-42 APPROVING A LOT SPLIT FOR
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1133 ORCHARD PLACE (PLANNING CASE NO. 2019-15).
Councilor Duggan seconded the motion.
Ayes: 5
Nays: 0
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CONSIDER APPROVAL OF THE DRAFT 2040 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN UPDATE
Community Development Director Tim Benetti explained that the Council was being asked to consider
the final draft of the Mendota Heights 2040 Comprehensive Plan. He pointed out that this was not an
official adoption of the plan, only accepting the recommendation of the Planning Commission. He
expressed his appreciation to the Council for their discussion and review at the May 16th Council
Workshop meeting. Mr. Benetti provided updates from that meeting as follows:
• Chapter 1 – Introduction & Background
o Minor edits and changes were made
• Chapter 2 – Land Use
o Minor grammatical changes made
o Removed Policy 2.4.5
o Modified the MR – Medium Density Residential land use category
o Discussed modifications to the HR – High Density Residential density allowance;
however, no changes were made. Staff was asked to bring back more information, which
was included in the packet of information
o Concerns were raised regarding address 340 D Street which is currently listed as
‘Industrial Preferred’ on the Dakota County Property Information Record; the city
requested it be designated as ‘Industrial’
• Chapter 3 – Transportation
o Added a statement that the city will support park and ride facilities if demand is met or
requested
o Identified HCM as Highway Capacity Manual
o A statement draft by Councilor Petschel was added – “Daily trips on Dodd and Delaware
are projected to increase to levels creating unacceptable conditions at various city
intersections. Although some solutions lie within the city itself, rising levels of “pass
through” traffic from development to the south of the city need to be addressed. This
must be accomplished through a regional traffic plan that involves Mendota Heights,
Inver Grove Heights, Eagan, MnDOT and Dakota County. This should be a formal
process with clear goals and objectives.”
o Deleted Policy 3.3.5
o Ch. 8 Resilience: Pg 8-12, Policy 8.7.1 has been deleted
• Chapter 4 – Parks and Trails; Chapter 5 – Housing; Chapter 6 – Economic Development;
• Chapter 7 – Natural Resources; Chapter 8 – Resilience; Chapter 9 – Critical Area; Chapter 10
Implementation
o Few changes
Councilor Miller stated that he appreciated the time and energy that staff and the Planning Commission
put into this; however, he did not feel that there has been a compelling argument made that would allow
the Council to reasonably change the city’s density calculations. When looking at the 2030 Plan in its
entirety, the city was almost completely built-out when that plan came out. Between that plan and when
the city started working on the 2040 Plan, they have not had a dramatic change in population. It was his
opinion that the city should not be changing the density calculations because there is no need.
Councilor Duggan noted that he would support that. He also stated that he looked through his records on
the history of Mendota Heights in relation to the Comprehensive Plans. In the past, letters have been
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sent to the Metropolitan Council (MetCouncil) in relation to where the city was in regards to densities
during those times; and he believed those letters pertained to approvals being given regarding densities.
He referenced previous future population estimates.
In the documentation on the Land Use Plan, it reads “Low Density Residential (LR): is the most
prevalent land use category in the city and provides for single family development. This designation is
intended for a density not to exceed 2.9 units per acre. The corresponding zoning district classifications
are One Family Residential R-1 (2.9 units per acre), R-1B (1.45 units per acre) and R-1C (2.18 units per
acre).” Councilor Duggan noted that what was left out was the fact that the R-1B and R-1C dealt with
lots of 30,000 square feet and 20,000 square feet – as opposed to the minimum standard of 15,000
square feet that was determined and approved in the mid 1980’s. So those are now in place.
Mr. Benetti replied that they are in place; however, the city does not have any zoning category of R-1B
or R-1C.
Councilor Duggan noted that Medium Density Residential (R-2) provides for townhome and attached
housing development at urban densities of up to 4.35 units per acre. He stated that he feels the majority
of vacant land within this designation is located along I-494 and east of Acacia Cemetery. Councilor
Duggan noted that these are the approved densities. He recalled from the last Council meeting, they
accepted that 5.9 units per acre was a reasonable medium density consideration.
Councilor Duggan continued by stating that the current high density is actually 8.54 units per acre
except under the PUD system.
Councilor Duggan, referencing the section titled “LAND USE CHANGES FROM 2030 TO 2040
COMPREHENSIVE PLANS” asked if the owners had been informed of these changes reflecting
current use versus guided or zoned use. Mr. Benetti replied that staff sent out notices to these properties.
The lots along Valencour Circle were guided as NP-Nature Preserve but since their use was single
family, it was a logical step to change them to single family. If the properties remained guided as NP-
Nature Preserve it could cause a problem if the owners decided to sell.
Councilor Duggan pointed out other land use changes in the Comprehensive Plan and asked for
confirmation that the land owners were properly notified of the proposed changes. Mr. Benetti replied
that the city was not obligated to notify every property owner; however, they are obligated to publish a
notice in the City’s official newspaper. The city can go above and beyond that, which they have done -
they advertised for and held nine public hearings for receiving public comments on the draft plan.
Councilor Petschel noted that it was interesting how people could read through this document and focus
on different things. For instance, the land use changes from 2030 to 2040 have resulted in more open
space.
Councilor Duggan returned the focus to the list of changes from the 2030 Plan to 2040 Plan, notably the
Augusta Shores / Lemay Shores Townhomes; Kingsley Estates; Victoria Highlands; Eagle Ridge;
Valley View Heights Park zoning. He noted that these are large tracts of homes and wondered if they
were left alone what the impact would be. He stated that based on the changes being suggested, these
would change, in some of these cases, from medium to high density or high to medium density.
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Councilor Petschel disagreed. She pointed out that the changes were being made to reflect what is on
the ground now. The Council is looking forward to the year 2040 and this needs to be accurate. It needs
to reflect what is on the ground now. Many of the current zoning designations on these pieces of
property make no sense.
Mr. Benetti clarified that if a structure is a legal non-confirming building and it burns to the ground, the
property owner can rebuild within the same footprint and same height without penalty or asking for
variances. Anything built outside of the previous footprint or height, would require a variance.
Councilor Duggan, referencing MnDOT Right-of-Way on Decorah Lane under the LAND USE
CHANGES heading, asked if it was needed. Mr. Benetti replied that this is a small triangular site, is part
of the MnDOT right-of-way, and is a recommended change. Councilor Miller noted that if MnDOT
gave up their rights to the property and it became a buildable lot, then the owner would need to apply for
an amendment to the Comprehensive Plan. Mr. Benetti confirmed that this was true.
Mr. Miller commented that he reviewed the land use plan and was surprised at the number of lots in the
R-1 District that actually had multi-family or twin-home uses on them. He believed these to be
housekeeping changes. The MetCouncil, of course, has the ability to correct what the Planning
Commission and staff have done in their comments. Mr. Benetti stated that this was exactly how the
Planning Commission was looking at these changes.
Councilor Duggan asked if they have resolved that High-Density is 8.54 units per acre. Mr. Benetti
replied that there is no magic number. This number – 25 units per acre – was presented by the Planning
Consultant two years ago. The comparison matrix of other cities shows that Mendota Heights is in line
with the Low Density and within range of the Medium Density. The Planning Commission felt that
those numbers were adequate. If the Council has another suggestion for High Density, they can put that
forward.
Councilor Duggan stated that all of the discussion that he has heard from the public has been about the
open space and low density. He did not think anyone was interested in higher density. He suggested that
the city leave the density at the 0-2.9 for Low Density Single Family Residential; 3.0-5.9 for Medium
Density; and then 6.0-8.0 for High Density.
Councilor Petschel went on the record by saying that she had no issues adjusting the High Density
number to whatever the Council feels it should be. She stated that Councilor Duggan is correct that the
majority of the residential building that took place in the city was done in the late 1980’s or early
1990’s. At that point in time, the City Council did a number of very wise things. They set a minimum lot
size that is very generous, they set substantial setbacks, and also height to the peak. It is these things that
are the template that the city was developed under. It is what gives the city the feeling of openness.
Councilor Petschel continued by saying that she hears people equating lot splits to density. She believed
that residents need to understand that the lot splits acknowledge the minimum lot size and the required
setbacks. She wanted it to be clear that the discussions regarding lot splits and Medium to High Density
are not the same discussions.
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Mr. Benetti asked when looking at a development like the Lexington Apartments which is about 15+
units per acre, is that what the Council envisions as High Density; or do they envision The Reserve at
60+ units per acre; or Michael Development at 22 units per acre. Mayor Garlock replied that, in this
case, it does not seem to be too overbearing because of what is around it. The backside has the freeway,
across the street is a huge cemetery, and it seems fitting at that location.
After discussion, Mayor Garlock moved to set the density levels as Low Density Single Family
Residential – 0 to 2.9 units per acre; Medium Density – 3.0 to 5.9 units per acre; High Density – 6.0 to
9.0 units per acre.
Councilor Paper seconded the motion.
Ayes: 5
Nays: 0
Councilor Paper, referencing 340 D Street, asked what INDUSTRIAL PREFERRED meant. Mr. Benetti
replied that he believed this was the general use category for the property. This is a homesteaded
property; meaning there appears to be some type of residential unit included on the property.
Mayor Garlock suggested the land use category of Industrial remain on the property with a footnote
added that the city holds the right to change it when the property is sold.
Mr. Michael Toth, 849 Cherry Lane, Planning Commissioner, stated that he believed the property is
classified as Industrial / Preferred Residential. He understands this to mean that it’s currently designated
as industrial but they would prefer that it be residential.
Ms. Cindy Johnson, 1755 Victoria Road South, stated that she appreciated the City Council taking a
close look at the density numbers and she agreed they should be realistic.
She shared information on a recent study from the MetCouncil on the top 10 best and worst lakes
according to their 2017 monitoring work. She reviewed with the Council the Minnesota Pollution
Control Agency’s recommendations for keeping lakes clean. She stated that Lake Augusta was named
one of the MetCouncil’s top ten worst lakes. The Natural Resources Chapter of the Comp Plan is a very
important section that guides city leaders on the protection of our natural resources. The city needs to
address many aspects of natural resources, such as invasive species, water quality and pollution. These
are taking away the beauty and the functioning eco-system. This is an important guide for the city to
help to protect our natural resources. She expressed her thanks and gratitude for all of the hard work put
into the Comprehensive Plan.
Ms. Beth Pearlman, 1773 Diane Road, echoed Ms. Johnson’s comments and expressed her appreciation
for the careful consideration given to the Comprehensive Plan by the Planning Commissioners,
especially Chapters 7 and 8. She has heard some people ask if it’s going to be expensive to have careful
planning of our natural resources. She believed it would actually cost the city much more if they did
nothing. It also means that Mendota Heights is an example of what a small city can do.
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She stated she agreed that The Village at Mendota Heights is wonderful for the city to have and she
wondered if it would be there if the City had not allow the extra density in that area. She cautioned the
Councilors to not pare back the density numbers too much. The city needs to balance environmental
needs with enough people to support commerce, diversity of people, and seniors.
Councilor Petschel moved to approve the Draft 2040 Comprehensive Plan and direct city staff to send
the plan out for adjacent jurisdictional review.
Councilor Paper seconded the motion.
Ayes: 5
Nays: 0
SET MEETING DATE AND TIME FOR A CITY COUNCIL JOINT MEETING
WITH THE PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
City Administrator Mark McNeill noted that this is not a workshop meeting but a joint meeting with the
Parks and Recreation Commission. They have a number of items to talk about including budgetary
considerations, capital improvements, the future of the dog park, and the Commission’s bylaws.
Staff recommended Tuesday, July 9th at 6:30 PM, which would be the Parks and Recreation
Commission’s regular meeting time.
The Councilors all agreed that Tuesday, July 9, 2019 at 6:30 PM would work.
COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS
City Administrator Mark McNeill announced several recreational programming opportunities coming up.
There will be workout sessions at Mendakota Park at 6:30 pm on June 12th. The Tour de Rec is scheduled
for June 13th, starting at 5:00 pm at Wentworth Park. There is an upcoming concert at Mendakota Park-
The Teddy Bear Band will perform on June 19th. On June 23rd, Bogey with the Red and Blue will be held
at 2:00 pm at the Par 3. The annual 4th of July Fireworks Display will be held at Mendakota Country Club
at dusk. The fireworks display can be viewed by the public from The Plaza or The Village areas.
COUNCIL COMMENTS
Councilor Petschel commended the Mayor for organizing a wonderful 5K event. He raised a record
amount of money for Special Olympics. Because of volunteers and donations, the event is held at no cost
to the city.
Councilor Miller echoed Councilor Petschel’s sentiments regarding the 5K event. It is a wonderful event
mainly because of all of the time and effort put in by Mayor Garlock. He expressed his appreciation to
Ms. Johnson and Ms. Pearlman who continue to ring the bell for Lake Augusta. With the end of the school
year upon us, he reminded everyone to watch for children and other pedestrians closely when driving.
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Councilor Paper congratulated all of the high school graduates. He expressed his appreciation to the
residents that helped with the Comprehensive Plan. This has been a long arduous process which has
involved many volunteer hours to get it to something that the majority of the residents are satisfied with.
The 5K was a spectacular event. He expressed his appreciation to the mayor for continuing to make it a
success.
Council Duggan echoed the same thoughts voiced by others regarding the 5K event. His grandson
graduated from Minnetonka High School this year. He had the honor of being there and brought a gift
back. He expressed his appreciation for all of the work the community members put into the
Comprehensive Plan.
Mayor Garlock expressed his appreciation to a very hard worker on the Park Celebration – Recreation
Program Coordinator Meredith Lawrence. He also expressed his appreciation to the Public Works
department, other city staff, and other volunteers who helped with the 5K. It does not come together until
all of the volunteers show up and make everything look smooth.
ADJOURN
Councilor Paper moved to adjourn.
Councilor Petschel seconded the motion.
Ayes: 5
Nays: 0
Mayor Garlock adjourned the meeting at 9:45 p.m.
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Neil Garlock
Mayor
ATTEST:
_______________________________
Lorri Smith
City Clerk
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CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
DAKOTA COUNTY
STATE OF MINNESOTA
Minutes of the City Council Work Session / Closed Session
Held June 4, 2019
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, a work session of the City Council, City of Mendota
Heights, Minnesota was held at the City Hall, 1101 Victoria Curve, Mendota Heights, Minnesota.
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Garlock called the meeting to order at 5:00 pm. Councilmembers Miller, Paper and
Petschel were also present. Councilor Duggan arrived at 5:05 pm.
City staff present included Mark McNeill, City Administrator; Cheryl Jacobson, Assistant City
Administrator; Tim Benetti, Community Development Director; Ryan Ruzek, Public Works
Director; and Lorri Smith, City Clerk.
CONSIDER PROPOSALS FOR THE SALE OF VACANT LOTS LOCATED AT
THE VILLAGE AT MENDOTA HEIGHTS
At the May 28th Council Work Session, the Council determined two finalists amongst the five
requests for proposals received for the sale of the vacant lots located at The Village.
Grand Real Estate Advisors – Judd Fenlon introduced the development team members including
Steve Norton, Brian Kueppers, and Paul Dzubnar. They are local developers with a stake in the
success of Mendota Heights.
This proposal included a mixed use commercial/residential concept. It will include a three-story,
45 unit apartment building for ages 55+, with underground parking, multiple public and
community spaces, and a fitness studio. The project will also include a 4,000 square foot full-
service restaurant within the building and a 2,000 square foot co-working space mix with private
office spaces. Maple Street will remain unchanged. The project has a projected value of $13 to
$16 million.
They noted how the development will complement the scale of the neighboring buildings and
reflect the design and construction quality of other significant projects in the neighborhood.
Closed Session – A motion was made by Mayor Garlock, seconded by Councilor Petschel, to
adjourn to a closed session of the City Council to discuss this proposal for the Village Lots
development, as permitted by Minnesota Statutes, Section 13D.05, Subdivision 3(c)(3), as the
Council will be considering an offer for the sale of City-owned property. The motion passed
unanimously.
The Council went into a closed session at 5:24 pm. Those present included Mayor Garlock,
Councilors Duggan, Miller, Paper and Petschel. City staff present included Mark McNeill, City
Administrator; Cheryl Jacobson, Assistant City Administrator; Tim Benetti, Community
Development Director; Ryan Ruzek, Public Works Director; and Lorri Smith, City Clerk.
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Members of the development team present included Judd Fenlon, Steve Norton, Brian Kueppers,
and Paul Dzubnar. City Attorney Andy Pratt joined the closed session at 5:30 pm.
At 5:45 pm, a motion was made by Councilor Petschel, seconded by Mayor Garlock, to return to
an open meeting. The motion passed unanimously.
The City Administrator noted that no official action was taken by the Council in the closed session.
The Council will provide a summary of the closed session at the regular meeting of the City
Council.
At Home Apartments – Representatives Mike Cashill, President of At Home Apartments, along
with Leanna Stefaniak, representing At Home Apartments and Pete Keely, Architect, presented
their amended proposal which included three separate buildings. One apartment building which
will include 59 units, 16 of them will have private entries. Two other buildings will include
eight private entry row houses. The housing could be catered towards residents ages 55+. There
will be a total of 112 parking stalls, including 82 underground. Each row house will have a two
car garage attached. There will be 14 parking stalls for visitors.
At Home’s proposal is exclusively dedicated to housing. They feel this is the best use of this
site. It provides a type of housing that is not currently available within the City, compliments the
existing residential neighborhood feel, and provides ample green space.
At Home Apartments is dedicated to providing high-quality apartment homes with a
commitment to promoting an eco-friendly environment. The apartments include energy
efficiencies throughout.
The project is estimated to have a value of $17.7 million.
Closed Session – A motion was made by Councilor Duggan, seconded by Councilor Petschel, to
adjourn to a closed session of the City Council to discuss this proposal for the Village Lots
development, as permitted by Minnesota Statutes, Section 13D.05, Subdivision 3(c)(3), as the
Council will be considering an offer for the sale of City-owned property. The motion passed
unanimously.
The Council went into a closed session at 6:09 pm. Those present included Mayor Garlock,
Councilors Duggan, Miller, Paper and Petschel. City staff present included Mark McNeill, City
Administrator; Andy Pratt, City Attorney; Cheryl Jacobson, Assistant City Administrator; Tim
Benetti, Community Development Director; Ryan Ruzek, Public Works Director; and Lorri Smith,
City Clerk. Members of the development team present included Mike Cashill, President of At
Home Apartments; Leanna Stefaniak, At Home Apartments; Pete Keely, Architect.
At 6:45 pm, a motion was made by Councilor Duggan, seconded by Councilor Petschel, to return
to the open meeting. The motion passed unanimously.
The City Administrator noted that no official action was taken by the Council in the closed session.
The Council will provide a summary of the closed session at the regular meeting.
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ADJOURN
The meeting was adjourned at 6:57 pm.
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Neil Garlock, Mayor
____________________________
Lorri Smith, City Clerk
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CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS, DAKOTA COUNTY, MINNESOTA
PARKS AND RECREATION MEETING
May 14, 2019
The regular meeting of the Mendota Heights Parks and Recreation Commission was held on
Tuesday, May 14, 2019, at Mendota Heights City Hall, 1101 Victoria Curve.
1. Call to Order
Chair Goldade called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.
2. Roll Call
The following Commissioners were present: Steve Goldade, Pat Hinderscheid, Bob Klepperich,
Stephanie Meyer, David Miller, Dan Sherer and Student Representative Matthew Boland.
Absent: Ira Kipp.
Staff present: Recreation Program Coordinator Meredith Lawrence, Assistant City Administrator
Cheryl Jacobson and Public Works Director Ryan Ruzek.
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Approval of Agenda
Chair Goldade asked to discuss the Parks Improvement Update. Commissioner Miller asked for
the addition of a Park Bench Update to the unfinished business agenda and Commissioner
Hinderscheid asked for the addition of a discussion on the Dog Park to the new business
agenda.
Motion Klepperich/second Meyer to approve the agenda as amended.
AYES: 6: NAYS 0: ABSENT 1
5. Approval of Minutes from April 9, 2019
Motion Klepperich/second Miller to approve the minutes of the April 9, 2019 Parks and
Recreation Commission meeting. AYES: 6: NAYS 0: ABSENT 1
6. Citizen Comment Period (for items not on the agenda)
There were no public comments
7. Acknowledgement of Reports
a. Par 3 Update
b. Recreation Update
Motion Klepperich/second Miller to acknowledge receipt of the Par 3 Update and the Recreation
Update. AYES: 6: NAYS 0: ABSENT 1
c. Parks Improvement Update
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Chair Goldade requested an update from staff and comments/questions from the
Commissioners regarding park updates. Public Works Director Ryan Ruzek briefly described
the list of park improvements provided in the Park Improvement Update included in the packet.
Chair Goldade noted that there is a difference between Valley View Heights Park and Valley
Park.
Commissioner Sherer asked when the bike rack and pad would be installed in Hagstrom King
Park. Mr. Ruzek replied that the installation is on hold until the discussion on moving the
playground container is finalized.
Commissioner Sherer asked if the city had lost their spot on the vendors schedule since the
installation of the playground equipment has been delayed. Mr. Ruzek replied that he has not
had a conversation with Flagship; however, Minnesota/Wisconsin Playground left a voice mail
indicating that if the city wanted to keep the early August schedule they would need to hear that
soon.
Chair Goldade noted that the sub-committee working on Rogers Lake Park had identified the
need for new picnic tables and he asked for a status update. Mr. Ruzek replied that he was
unsure if they had been moved to the park.
Chair Goldade asked how soon a decision needed to be made to ensure a new warming house
at Wentworth Park for the 2019/2020 winter season. Mr. Ruzek replied that if they go with the
plan to replace what is currently there, the contractor should be onboard by October. However,
staff will be working with the City Council on a number of different options and they will have to
see how the Council wants to proceed.
Commissioner Miller asked if there was a target figure for the budget for the warming house. Mr.
Ruzek replied that Council has set a maximum amount of $150,000.
Chair Goldade commented that the adjustable basketball hoops at Marie Park are well used and
a huge addition to the park. He suggested the Commissioners and staff think about adding a set
of adjustable basketball hoops south of Highway 62 as an upgrade to a park.
Commissioner Hinderscheid asked about the basketball courts at Mendakota. Mr. Ruzek replied
that Mendakota received improvements four or five years ago.
8. Unfinished Business
8.a Parks Celebration
Recreation Program Coordinator Meredith Lawrence stated that she, Chair Goldade, and Vice-
chair Klepperich met to draft a survey for the Parks Celebration event on June 1, 2019. She
then listed the four questions.
Ms. Lawrence reviewed the commissioner’s volunteer schedule. Commissioner Meyer agreed to
be added to the middle shift. Commissioner Sherer noted that he may need to leave early from
his shift; Chair Goldade volunteered to cover whatever time he could not.
Commissioner Hinderscheid asked if the survey was going to contain any of the suggestions
made by the public in the past. Ms. Lawrence replied in the negative. Chair Goldade noted that
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it was decided to keep the survey open ended to give community members a chance to give
feedback.
8.b Community Engagement Ideas
Recreation Program Coordinator Meredith Lawrence stated that she, Chair Goldade, and Vice-
chair Klepperich met to discuss groups that the Commission could reach out to for community
engagement, which were listed in the Commission memo. She then asked the Commission to
determine how they would like to reach out to these groups and the purpose of the
communication. She also asked them to identify if there were other local groups they would like
to add to the list.
Chair Goldade noted that this came out of the Commission’s discussion about surveying and
trying to get feedback from the community. This would be a way for the Commission to connect
with a community group.
Commissioner Hinderscheid asked if the main goal was to connect with these groups and find
out if they have any input on the city’s parks. Chair Goldade replied in the affirmative.
Ms. Lawrence stated that another idea would be to include Student Representative Boland on
this as he could get input from high school students.
Commissioner Meyer expressed her strong favor of this suggestion. Commissioner
Hinderscheid agreed. Chair Goldade noted that this could be a volunteer opportunity; not
something that a Commissioner would have to do if they did not have time.
Commissioner Meyer suggested that it would be helpful if one of the Commissioner’s would take
a pass at creating a tool with four discussion points that they want to make sure they hit. Chair
Goldade suggested that this tool be reviewed and agreed upon at their June meeting.
Commissioners would not meet with any of the groups until after the June meeting but before
the October meeting. Reports from each Commissioner who met with a group would be given at
the October meeting. He then asked for volunteers and an indication of which group(s) they
would like to contact.
Commissioner Meyer – Mendota PTA; Night to Unite event(s)
Commissioner Sherer – Mom’s Club
Student Representative Boland – football team
Commissioner Hinderscheid – West St. Paul-Mendota Heights Rotary Club
Commissioner Miller – Night to Unite event(s)
Vice-Chair Klepperich – Community Education Staff
Chair Goldade – Somerset PTA
Chair Goldade said he would follow-up with Commissioner Kipp to see if he had any interest in
contacting a group.
Commissioner Meyer asked if anyone had any ideas on reaching out to retirees. Ms. Lawrence
replied that there was TPAC (Thompson Park Activity Center) in West St. Paul that works really
closely with the residents of Mendota Heights. Assistant City Administrator Cheryl Jacobson
also noted that the Dakota County CDA has two senior buildings within Mendota Heights (Park
View Plaza and Village Commons) and then there was also White Pines, an assisted living
facility.
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Commissioner Meyer volunteered to create the discussion points document.
Commissioner Hinderscheid asked what kind of signage would be available at the Parks
Celebration to let community members know that the Commissioner welcomes their
engagement. Ms. Lawrence replied there will be a sign, a parks map, surveys, Par 3 coupons,
putting green and games, and program information.
8.c Parks Tour Itinerary
Recreation Program Coordinator Meredith Lawrence provided an overview of the upcoming
parks tour to be held on Thursday, May 23, 2019 beginning at 5:00 pm.
Commissioner Hinderscheid asked if the Commission wanted to encourage residents to attend
and provide input. Ms. Lawrence replied that members of the community are welcome to attend.
It was noted that the tour will be starting at Valley View Heights Park.
8.d Park Benches
Commissioner Miller asked if there had been any discussion with City Council about increasing
the park bench donation amount or if there were any changes. Public Works Director Ryan
Ruzek replied that this has not made it to City Council yet.
9. New Business
9.a 3rd Lair Proposal
Public Works Director Ryan Ruzek explained that he had reached out to 3rd Lair, due to the
number of events that happened last summer at the Rogers Lake Skate Park, with the objective
of getting improvements done at the park to make the users of it more satisfied.
3rd Lair held a focus group meeting at their offices on March 16, 2019 with 25 attendees and
put together a proposal to construct three additional features in the skate park – a round rail, a
grind box, and a wall ride ramp.
Mr. Ruzek noted that he had requested a proposal from 3rd Lair for approximately
$10,000/year. They said they could construct the three suggested features, as well as provide
maintenance on the existing structures, for that $10,000 fee. This is not a budgeted item for
2019 so if the decision is made to proceed the funds would most likely have to come from the
Special Parks Fund. Mr. Ruzek intends to present this to the Council during the budget time to
try to get a full long-term commitment put into the general levy.
Chair Hinderscheid asked if the $10,000/year would include some updates to features, etc. Mr.
Ruzek replied in the affirmative.
Commissioner Sherer asked if there was a maintenance agreement that defined what entails
their maintenance. Mr. Ruzek replied that this is the first feedback and it may be that one year
there would not be a new feature added because of maintenance needs. Commissioner Sherer
then asked if Action Sports of MN Inc. [listed as the contractor on the agreement] was the same
entity or would the city be required to obtain a second quote. Mr. Ruzek replied that Action
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Sports has the same owner as 3rd Lair; he has the contracting business and the 3rd Lair
business.
Chair Goldade asked if 3rd Lair had provided any indication of how many people they spoke
with were actually from Mendota Heights. Mr. Ruzek replied in the negative.
Chair Goldade asked if Mr. Ruzek was making a recommendation on this proposal. Mr. Ruzek
replied that he had no recommendation on this; he was presenting it to the Commission to see if
they were interested in making a recommendation to the City Council.
Chair Goldade asked if there was some sort of timeline for completing the work. Mr. Ruzek
replied that this was beyond the discussions that have currently been held.
Commissioner Hinderscheid asked if this was a year-to-year or a long-term contract. Mr. Ruzek
replied that what was in front of the Commission was just the three improvements and would not
commit the city to any long-term improvements.
Commissioner Sherer asked if ongoing maintenance of the park could be done in house. Mr.
Ruzek replied that he could not commit the time and effort of Public Works in maintaining the
skate park.
Commissioner Sherer asked that the proposal be updated to include a detailed listing of
maintenance to occur in 2019.
Motion Hinderscheid/second Miller to recommend City Council approve the proposed single-
year contract with 3rd Lair to add three additional features to the skate park and maintenance to
the skate park at a not-to-exceed cost of $10,000; funding to come from the Special Parks Fund
Commissioner Meyer stated that it seemed to her that there were project suggestions coming to
the Commission that they have debated the cost as being unjustifiable because of the
uncertainty of usage. It seemed to her that without knowing who these 25 people were that 3rd
Lair had spoken – she would be uncomfortable moving ahead with this. Chair Goldade, to
provide clarity and context, explained that discussion on this first started last summer when the
skateboarders added their own features. This is part of a bigger discussion that started 12-14
months ago.
Mr. Ruzek also reminded the Commission that the city does hold a skateboard camp at the
skate park every year. Student Representative Boland also stated that, per his conversations
with the skateboarders, most of them are from Mendota Heights.
As requested, Recreation Program Coordinator Meredith Lawrence provided a brief explanation
of the programs held at the skate park.
Chair Goldade called for the vote: AYES: 6: NAYS 0: ABSENT 1
9.b Discuss PRC Golf Event
Chair Goldade noted that when he, Vice-chair Klepperich, and Recreation Program Coordinator
Meredith Lawrence were meeting the topic was how to help increase the number of rounds of
golf at the Mendota Heights Par 3. They brainstormed that possibly in early fall the Parks and
Recreation Commission could host a golf event and achieve two objectives:
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• Increase the number of rounds of golf being played
• Increase the Commission’s visibility in the community
Ms. Lawrence added that if this is something the Commission would like to do she would need
to start planning the event very soon. She asked for feedback from the Commission on the level
of interest and, if they want to pursue, discuss the details.
Vice-Chair Klepperich suggested that this be advertised as an ‘event’ rather than a ‘tournament’,
they could include reduced greens fees, try to make it family-friendly, and have as many
commissioners there as possible.
Commissioner Meyer suggested that they include something that is sort of like a contest;
although not a tournament – like ‘closest to the pin’; something fun.
Commissioner Hinderscheid asked if they were talking about including prizes or giveaways. Ms.
Lawrence replied that they need to keep in mind that if they do offer a reduced rate, which she
believed was a good idea, they need to look at what they are bringing in, the time to plan it, and
how much money would left to spend on prizes.
Chair Goldade summarized the thoughts as follows:
• Event rather than Tournament
• It should break event
• It could include contests
• Reduced greens fees
• Family-friendly
Vice-chair Klepperich suggested that Ms. Lawrence return to the June meeting with date/time
suggestions. Both Chair Goldade and Vice-chair Klepperich recommended a weekend in the
month of September.
When asked for a quick count on interest, the response was 2 maybe and 5 yes.
Commissioner Hinderscheid asked if it would be possible to provide hot dogs or something. Ms.
Lawrence replied that she would have to check because the golf course does not have a license
to sell hot dogs; they only have a license that enables them to sell pre-packaged food.
9.c Work Session with City Council
Recreation Program Coordinator Meredith Lawrence noted that staff recommended that the
Parks and Recreation Commission meet with the City Council for a work session to discuss park
improvements and the budget. Staff recommended June 17 or June 20. After discussion the
Commission recommended June 11 or July 9, starting at 6:30pm. If agreed upon, this would
then take place instead of the Commission’s regular monthly meeting.
9.d Dog Park
Commissioner Hinderscheid passed along an inquiry from a Planning Commissioner suggesting
that the city plant pollinator-friendly flowers around the outside of the dog park. Ruzek replied
that the dog park is an interim use park until December 31, 2020; improvements should not be
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made until the permanency of the dog park is determined. Commissioner Hinderscheid
suggested that the topic of permanence of the dog park be added to the work session agenda.
10. Staff Announcements
Recreation Program Coordinator Meredith Lawrence made the following announcements:
• Park Celebration
o The movie “Mary Poppins Returns” will be shown on Friday, May 31
o 5K the AM of Saturday, June 1 (registration is open) at Market Square Park
o Park Celebration in the afternoon of Saturday, June 1
• All recreation programs are starting up the week of June 10
11. Student Representative Update
Student Representative Matthew Boland noted that he, along with four other students, recently
started an Environmental Club. The purpose of the club is to go from park to park – some in
West St. Paul, some in Mendota Heights, and some in Eagan – to clean up trash around the
area. They had their first clean up at Rogers Lake on April 20, 2019. They started at 9:00am
and had approximately 28 student to help clean up trash and they were there for approximately
four hours.
12. Commission Comments and Park Updates
Commissioner Dan Sherer
• Hagstrom Kings and Friendly Hills – beautiful weather has created a lot of activity in the
parks
• Hagstrom Kings – a lot of users have complained about the location of the portable toilet
as not being as accessible as the location in the past had been and the odor is
noticeable from the playground. Public Works Director Ryan Ruzek noted that he would
work with staff on that.
Commissioner Bob Klepperich
• Had the opportunity to participate in a park cleanup at Mendakota with Commissioner
Meyer. It was also an opportunity for him to observe the adult softball league in
progress. He was very impressed and believes it to be a wonderful resource.
• Lots of activity at the Civic Center Park almost every night.
Commissioner Stephanie Meyer
• The activity at Mendakota with Vice-chair Klepperich was great.
• Marie Park looks fantastic; everyone loves the basketball hoops
• The cement slab with accessible picnic table is at Marie Park now
• Kensington Park is beautiful and the green space looks great; it is in wonderful condition
• Her son found a hole in the fence at Kensington Park
Commissioner Pat Hinderscheid
• Ivy Hills
o It was great to see that the tennis court is getting a lot of use
o He spoke with a mother and daughter and was very impressed that the daughter
knew how to change the net from volleyball to tennis. They did suggest that
some instructions be included.
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o Regarding the placement of the picnic tables; there is one in the back behind the
basketball net and he questioned if anyone would use it there. He suggested it
be moved to beside the baseball field. Recreation Program Coordinator Meredith
Lawrence replied that when she spoke to the Parks Maintenance Lead and he
said he put the picnic tables where the Commission had asked them to be; this
may have been a recommendation from a few years back.
o There is a tree that has come down on the west side of the pond
Commissioner David Miller
• Victoria Highlands Park is in great shape. The fence is very unobtrusive and does not
take away from the open feeling of the park.
• He appreciated the very positive attempts to get outreach and contact points to the
community. Unless there is an issue that affects someone right in their neighborhood,
there is not a lot of the public here. There are other events and other meetings where it
is very important to be open and transparent as a Commission and ask people for their
input.
Chair Steve Goldade
• Valley Park
o The park looks great
• Wentworth Park
o Everyone is sitting on pins and needles to figure out about the warming house
• He was really impressed with all of the excellent summer events and expressed his
appreciation to Ms. Lawrence and staff.
• He encouraged community members to keep paying attention to dates and getting them
on their calendars as there are a lot of free / no-charge events being offered by the city.
• A link in Friday News was provided to a story about Mayor Garlock and all of his
wonderful work on the June 1, 2019 5K race coming up. This event supports Special
Olympics and is also in memory of Officer Scott Patrick.
13. Adjourn
Motion Klepperich/Second Meyer to adjourn the meeting at 7:54 PM
AYES: 6: NAYS 0: ABSENT 1
Minutes Taken By:
C. Darlene Oehlke
Independent Contractor
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CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
DAKOTA COUNTY
STATE OF MINNESOTA
Minutes of the Parks and Recreation Commission Work Session
Held May 23, 2019
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, a work session of the Parks and Recreation Commission,
City of Mendota Heights, Minnesota began at Valley View Heights Park, 1056 Cullen Avenue,
Mendota Heights, MN 55120.
CALL TO ORDER
Chair Steve Goldade called the meeting to order at 5:10 pm. Commissioners Sherer, Miller,
Klepperich and Meyer were also present.
City staff present included Meredith Lawrence, Recreation Program Coordinator; Cheryl
Jacobson, Assistant City Administrator; and Ryan Ruzek, Public Works Director.
TOUR OF VALLEY VIEW HEIGTS PARK
Staff and commissioners toured the park and discussed options for future improvements. Staff
noticed there was not a recycling bin at this park. Public Works staff is currently working on a
park identification sign which will be installed soon. Staff determined that more mulch is needed
in the playground, and Public Works staff will be addressing this. The commissioners
determined the playground is in good condition. An ADA picnic table is needed at this park and
will be delivered.
TOUR OF HAGSTROM KING PARK
Staff discussed with the commission complaints that have been received regarding the location
of the current portable restroom. This will be discussed at the commission’s regular June
meeting. Staff discussed the option of adding a full size basketball court to this facility with two
baskets. The location of staff’s recommendation of pickleball courts was discussed and the
commission discussed adding more pickleball courts to Friendly Hills Park hockey rink instead
of dedicated pickleball courts. The commission inspected the plastic playground edging and
determined it was not preferable for future playground improvements. Staff is currently
addressing drainage issues at this park’s baseball field.
TOUR OF MENDAKOTA PARK
Staff toured the softball complex and marveled at the number of adult softball players at the
facility. Staff provided an overview of the program. The commission discussed with staff the
pour in place rubber at the playground. Staff explained the pros and cons of the surface and cost.
The commission determined the basketball court is in great condition, but felt this could be a
good location for adjustable hoops.
TOUR OF WENTWORTH PARK
The commissioners toured the existing warming house at Wentworth Park. Staff believes the
facility was constructed in 1972. The commissioners determined the warming house is in dire
need of replacement and will discuss the issue with the City Council at their upcoming joint
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work session. Staff determined the current location would fit a standard size warming house, but
conversations are still ongoing regarding the facility including restrooms. The commission
looked at the current tennis courts and determined there are a lot of deep cracks in the surface
and it needs to be replaced soon. This is the next tennis court facility on schedule to be repaired.
ADJOURN
The commission adjourned the meeting at 7:05 PM
Minutes Taken By:
Meredith Lawrence
Recreation Program Coordinator
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To: Mayor and City Council
From: Mark McNeill, City Administrator
Subject: Beyond the Yellow Ribbon Participation
Date: June 18, 2019
Comment:
Introduction:
The City Council is asked to endorse Mendota Heights’ participation in the formation of a joint Beyond
the Yellow Ribbon Committee with the Cities of Mendota, Lilydale, and West St. Paul.
Background:
Since 9/11, the Minnesota Army National Guard and all branches of service have answered the call of
duty in the fight against terrorism. Each deployment places increased demands on service members and
military families. The Beyond the Yellow Ribbon Community Campaign unites key areas to create a
network that coordinates and connects agencies, organizations, resources and employers for the purpose
of proactively supporting those affected by military deployments.
Individuals who are instrumental in making this happen include leadership of city, county, veterans and
civic organizations, educators, employers, representatives from faith-based, medical and social services
organizations.
Beyond the Yellow Ribbon (BTYR) is a comprehensive program that creates awareness for the purpose
of connecting service members and their families with community support, training, services and
resources. The City of West St. Paul has had a BTYR group for several years, but has now invited
Mendota Heights, Lilydale, and Mendota to join it so as to become a joint committee, with the goal to
become nationally recognized as a Yellow Ribbon Community which will serve the northern Dakota
County region. The Yellow Ribbon Community would unite all areas within the designated area to create
a comprehensive network that connects and coordinates agencies, organizations, resources and employers
for the purpose of proactively supporting service members and military families.
Assuming interest from each of the cities, the first step would be to form a Steering Committee which
would consist of representatives from seven key areas in the community:
• Businesses
• City leadership
• Education/youth
• Faith based organizations
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• Public safety/judicial
• Social services/medical
• Veteran's organizations
Once the Steering Committee is established, they would begin working on a sustainable Action Plan to
coordinate agencies, organizations, resources and employers for the purpose of meeting the needs of
service members, military families and employers at our local level.
City Involvement--Mayor Garlock is very interested in having a veteran and active-duty support
organization for Mendota Heights, and has volunteered himself to serve on the initial steering committee.
He would also recruit other individuals who are interested in veterans and military affairs to volunteer
their time to a BTYR organization.
Mendota Heights, along with the other cities who are looking to form this group, would have some
incidental staff time involved with initial support of a forming BTYR group. There would also be some
small photocopying and mailing expenses. Eventually, once the BTRY Committee is established, those
expenses would become theirs, or the BTYR group could reimburse the City.
Budget Impact:
Other than staff time, we estimate initial support costs to be a couple of hundred dollars annually.
Recommendation:
I recommend that the City endorse the efforts to establish a joint BTYR Committee, and also allow for
city staff and resource support of its forming efforts.
Action Required:
If the Council concurs, it should, by motion, endorse the formation of a joint Beyond the Yellow Ribbon
Committee along with the Cities of Mendota, Lilydale, and West St. Paul, and further authorize staff
support.
Mark McNeill
City Administrator
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DATE: June 18, 2019
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Kristen Schabacker, Finance Director
Mark McNeill, City Administrator
SUBJECT: Budget Timeline for FY 2020
INTRODUCTION
As budget time approaches, this memo is to give you an estimated timeline for the budget process.
The timeline is an estimate of dates and can be modified to fit within your schedules.
BACKGROUND
The City Council will need to certify the preliminary budget for 2020 to Dakota County before
September 30, 2019. Our tentative plan and dates are as follows:
• June 18, 2019 – Budget sheets and instructions are distributed to department heads
• July 2, 2019 – Budget sheets due back to City Administrator/Finance Director
• Week of July 22, 2019 – Budget meetings with department heads
• Week of July 29, 2019 – Prepare preliminary budget numbers
• August 8th/13th, 2019 – Possible dates for budget workshops with Council
• September 3, 2019 – Adoption of preliminary budget at Council Meeting
The dates above are flexible, with the final deadline of having a preliminary budget for 2020
certified to Dakota County by September 30, 2019. We picked the budget workshops for earlier
in August, but can be moved to accommodate any scheduling conflicts there may be.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff is recommending that Council take a look at their schedules to see if the dates presented will
work or need to be modified.
ACTION REQUIRED:
For information purposes only. However, if scheduling conflicts exist, Council should notify
staff.
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Request for City Council Action
MEETING DATE: June 18, 2019 TO: Mayor, City Council, and City Administrator FROM: Lorri Smith, City Clerk
SUBJECT: Approval of On Sale & Sunday Intoxicating Liquor Licenses for
Haiku MH Inc. doing business as Haiku Japanese Bistro
COMMENT:
BACKGROUND
The City has received an application for an On Sale and Sunday Intoxicating Liquor License from
Haiku MH Inc. doing business as Haiku Japanese Bistro. This is a transfer of the license currently
issued to Haiku Inc. The owner of the business, Yu Qin Lin, has stated there are no major changes
proposed for the menu or the restaurant.
DISCUSSION
The applicant has submitted a complete license packet and paid the required license and
investigation fees. They have provided the City with a Certificate of Liquor Liability Insurance.
The Mendota Heights Police Department has completed a thorough investigation of the applicant
and has found no issues or concerns.
If approved, the license would be effective July 1, 2019 through June 30, 2020.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends the approval of the On Sale Intoxicating and Sunday Liquor License for Haiku
MH Inc. doing business as Haiku Japanese Bistro, located at 754 North Plaza Drive, for the period
of July 1, 2019 through June 30, 2020.
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Request for City Council Action
DATE: June 18, 2019
TO: Mayor, City Council, and City Administrator
FROM: Dave Dreelan, Fire Chief
Cheryl Jacobson, Assistant City Administrator
SUBJECT: Firefighter Retirement—John Boland
INTRODUCTION
The City Council is asked to accept the retirement notice of John Boland as a firefighter with the
Mendota Heights Fire Department.
BACKGROUND
Firefighter John Boland has announced his retirement from the Fire Department effective July 1,
2019. John has been an active member of the department for the past 21 years.
While John’s retirement will be formally recognized at the Department’s dinner in February,
staff would like to acknowledge John’s contributions to the department and community and
thank him for his time served.
BUDGET IMPACT
N/A
ACTION RECOMMENDED
Staff recommends that the City Council accept the retirement notice of John Boland as a
firefighter with the Mendota Heights Fire Department and formally thank John for his 21 years
of service.
ACTION REQUIRED
If the Council concurs, it should, by motion, accept the retirement of John Boland from the
Mendota Heights Fire Department and formally thank John for his 21 years of service to the
community as a Mendota Heights firefighter.
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Request for City Council Action
DATE: June 18, 2019
TO: Mayor, City Council, and City Administrator
FROM: Cheryl Jacobson, Assistant City Administrator
Ryan Ruzek, Public Works Director
SUBJECT: Public Works Lead Worker Appointment
INTRODUCTION
The City Council is asked to approve the appointment of Tim Oster to the position of Public Works
Lead Worker.
BACKGROUND
The promotion of John Boland to the position of Public Works Superintendent resulted in a
vacancy within the Public Works Lead Worker position assigned to the Parks Division. The City
Council authorized the recruitment of a Public Works Lead Worker at the May 21 City Council
meeting. The recruitment process followed the internal promotional process as provided for in
the Teamsters Labor Agreement.
One internal application was received for the vacancy. Staff is pleased to recommend Tim Oster
to the position of Public Works Lead Worker. Tim has been with the City for nearly 24 years.
He began his city career in the streets division and was reassigned to the Parks division in 2017.
BUDGET IMPACT
Funding for the position is provided for in the 2019 budget.
ACTION RECOMMENDED
Staff recommends the appointment of Tim Oster to the position of Public Works Lead Worker
for the Parks Division effective June 24, 2019, with wages set at $32.68 per hour per the 2018-
2019 Teamsters Labor Agreement.
ACTION REQUIRED
If the Council concurs, it should, by motion, approve the promotion of Tim Oster to Public
Works Lead Worker, effective June 24, 2019, with the pay provisions listed above.
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REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION
DATE: June 18, 2019
TO: Mayor, City Council, and City Administrator
FROM: Ryan Ruzek, P.E., Public Works Director
SUBJECT: Saint Paul Regional Water Invoice - Dodd Road Rehabilitation Watermain Offset
COMMENT:
INTRODUCTION
The purpose of this item is to provide an update from Saint Paul Regional Water in response to
watermain work on Dodd Road and to request authorization of the invoice for this work.
BACKGROUND
The Minnesota State Department of Transportation (MnDOT) has been working on State Trunk
Highway 149 (Dodd Road), which had impacts to city owned infrastructure in the State right-of-
way. The City of Mendota Heights owns a sanitary sewer collection system located in State
right-of-way, and is responsible for adjustments to a watermain also located in the same right-of-
way.
DISCUSSION
Mendota Heights received an unexpected invoice from St. Paul Regional Water Services
(SPRWS) for a portion of the work that occurred at Emerson Avenue. Staff presented this
invoice to the Council on May 7, 2019 and the Council directed staff and SPRWS to provide
additional information.
SPRWS met internally and have developed additional standard operating procedures which are
as follows:
• Design Phase – SPRWS will communicate any project design potential conflicts with the
municipalities involved via email. Where conflicts are possible, a consensus between the
municipality and SPRWS will be agreed upon and cost responsibility determined at that
time. The cost responsibility will be agreed upon by the SPRWS Damage Prevention
Supervisor or SPRWS Project Engineer and the municipal representative via electronic
communication (email).
• Construction Phase – During construction, any identified conflicts with SPRWS facilities
and project construction that was not identified during the design phase will be
communicated to the municipal representative and a corrective action will be agreed upon
and confirmed via electronic communication (email). Any cost responsibility related to
the conflict will be communicated as part of the corrective action and documented. All
parties will agree to the responsibility prior to corrective action being taken except in the
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case of an emergency wherein costs will be determined in the field, documented, and
agreed to prior to any billing.
The SPRWS memo also states that the work performed on Dodd Road had a total cost of
$93,993.30 of which Mendota Heights is being billed $58,091.23.
BUDGET IMPACT
The costs are proposed to be allocated to the respective Water Utility Fund. This fund has an
adequate balance for this work. The city is being invoiced $58,091.23 for the work.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the Council approve the invoice for a watermain offset and valve
relocation authorizing payment to SPRWS for this work on Dodd Road.
ACTION REQUIRED
If the Council agrees with the staff recommendation, the Council should pass a motion
authorizing payment of the invoice for watermain offset and valve relocation on Dodd Road.
This action requires a simple majority vote.
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Saint Paul Regional Water Services
1900 Rice Street
Saint Paul, MN 55113
BACKGROUND
The Minnesota State Department of Transportation (MnDOT) have been working on State
Trunk Highway 149 (Dodd Road), which had impacts to Mendota Heights infrastructure in the
State right-of-way. The City of Mendota Heights owns a sanitary sewer collection system
located in State right-of-way and is responsible for adjustments to a watermain also located in
the same right-of-way.
The Highway 149 (Dodd Road) rehabilitation project required adjustments to 24 sanitary sewer
manholes, 60 water valves, and adding a casing pipe over other sections of watermain for
protection from the weight of the new storm sewer structures. This work was performed by
the contractor on the project.
SCOPE OF WORK
The new storm sewer that was installed included larger diameter manholes which would be
over the watermain. There was concern that these manholes could cause a failure to the
watermain and make repairs difficult. Two sections of watermain near Emerson Avenue were
removed and replaced, offsetting the alignment away from the storm sewer. Two other
sections of watermain near Coleshire Lane were placed in a casing pipe to protect from the
additional weight.
OUTCOMES
Saint Paul Regional Water Services (SPRWS) invoiced the City of Mendota Heights $58,091.23
based on the Article VII of the Omnibus Agreement Between the City of Mendota Heights and
the Board of Water Commissioners for the work at Emerson & Dodd.
Article VII, Section 1. Right of Way
All expenses or costs accruing to the water system in Mendota Heights, which result from the
maintenance, reconstruction, grinding, overlaying, or paving of public streets, alleys, or rights-
of-way resulting from the action of Mendota Heights, County of Dakota, or State of Minnesota,
shall be the responsibility of Mendota Heights.
Total cost from the activities described in the Scope of Work was $93,993.30. Due to existing
deficiencies at Coleshire as well as improvements made at Emerson, a total of $35,902.07 was
not invoiced to the City of Mendota Heights as these costs were related to a betterment of our
system.
In accordance to Article VII, Section 1, the City of Mendota Heights is responsible for the invoice
in the amount of $58,091.23.
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RECOMMENDED ACTIONS
A defined process for communications as it concerns municipal project will be developed for
responsibility and cost to be clearly communicated.
• Design Phase – SPRWS will communicate any project design potential conflicts with the
municipalities involved via email. Where conflicts are possible a consensus between the
municipality and SPRWS will be agreed upon and cost responsibility determined at that
time. The cost responsibility will be agreed upon by the SPRWS Damage Prevention
Supervisor or SPRWS Project Engineer and the municipal representative via electronic
communication (email).
• Construction Phase – During construction, any identified conflicts with SPRWS facilities
and project construction that was not identified during the design phase will be
communicated to the municipal representative and a corrective action will be agreed
upon and confirmed via electronic communication (email). Any cost responsibility
related to the conflict will be communicated as part of the corrective action and
documented. All parties will agree to the responsibility prior to corrective action being
taken except in the case of an emergency wherein costs will be determined in the field,
documented, and agreed to prior to any billing.
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Request for City Council Action
DATE: June 18, 2019
TO: Mayor and City Council, City Administrator
FROM: Meredith Lawrence, Recreation Program Coordinator
SUBJECT: Resolution 2019-38 Accepting Donations
COMMENT:
INTRODUCTION
The City Council is asked to formally accept donations which were received for the 2019 Officer
Scott Patrick Memorial 5K, 2019 Parks Celebration, and 2019 Cliff Timm Memorial Fishing
Derby.
BACKGROUND
By state law, all donations to the City must be accepted by the City Council by means of a
resolution.
On June 1, the annual Scott Patrick Memorial 5K Race and City Parks Celebration were held. A
total of $18,837 was donated for the race for prizes that included cash, services and merchandise.
An additional $3,400 was donated for the Parks Celebration. There were 388 participants in the
5K this year, which raised over $15,000 for Special Olympics of Minnesota.
NOTE: An additional series of donations which was not included in the original memo and
resolution has raised the total to $28,256.94. These include cash sponsorships of $5000 from the
Mendota American Veterans Post #1; $2500 from Robert Brackey; $1000 cash, and the post-race
pizza from Gateway Bank in the amount of $919.94.
The attached resolution reflects these additional changes.
On August 1st, the annual Cliff Timm Memorial Fishing Derby will be held. Donors have
contributed $1,050 in cash for the event.
The City is grateful for the generosity of these donations. These community events would not be
possible without the support of these donations. A special thank you to the 5K Race Director,
Mayor Neil Garlock and the Public Works staff for all of their hard work to make these events
possible.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the Mendota Heights City Council approve Resolution 2019-38.
ACTION REQUIRED
If the Council concurs, it should, by motion adopt RESOLUTION 2019-38 FORMALLY
ACKNOWLEDGING THE RECEIPT OF DONATIONS TO THE CITY, THE SCOTT
PATRICK MEMORIAL 5K RACE, CITY PARKS CELEBRATION AND CLIFF TIMM
MEMORIAL FISHING DERBY
CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
DAKOTA COUNTY, MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION 2019-38
RESOLUTION FORMALLY ACKNOWLEDGING THE RECEIPT OF DONATIONS
TO THE CITY, THE SCOTT PATRICK MEMORIAL 5K RACE, CITY PARKS
CELEBRATION AND CLIFF TIMM MEMORIAL FISHING DERBY
WHEREAS, the City of Mendota Heights desires to follow Minnesota Statute 465.03
“Gifts to Municipalities”; and
WHEREAS, the Minnesota State Statute requires a resolution to accept gifts to
municipalities; and
WHEREAS, the City has previously acknowledged gifts with a resolution; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Mendota Heights have duly considered this
matter and wish to acknowledge the civic mindedness of citizens and officially recognize their
donations.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED that the City Council of the City
of Mendota Heights is accepting donations from the following people and organizations in
support of the Scott Patrick Memorial 5K Race, Parks Celebration and Cliff Timm Memorial
Fishing Derby:
2019 5K Donations
VENDOR DONATION VALUE
Neil Garlock 65” inch Sharp TV $535
BP-Mendota Heights 2 oil changes $100
Paradise Car Wash – Eagan Complete vehicle detail $260
Paradise Car Wash – Eagan 2 – 5 pack supreme washes $270
Chet’s Liquor Case of Wine – 12 bottles $150
Steve Morganson 65” inch Sharp TV $500
Bob Brackey 65” inch Sharp TV $500
DeGidio’s 4 - $50 gift cards $200
Lucky’s – Mendota 10 - $20 gift cards $200
Cherokee Tavern 2 - $25 gift cards $50
Romero Auto Repair Oil change $50
Holiday – Lilydale 2 - $25 gift cards $50
Mike’s Butcher Shop $15 gift card $15
Artitude $150 gift card $150
Great Moon Buffet 2 - $25 gift cards $50
Mauer Chevrolet 2 oil changes $100
Pool & Yacht Club 2 - $100 gift cards $200
Pizza Shop 3 - $25 gift cards $75
Soapy Joe’s 12 assorted car washes $150
Boca Chica $30 gift card $30
Teresa’s 2 - $25 gift cards $50
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Tapper’s Pub 8 - $25 gift cards $200
Gallagher’s 3 - $25 gift cards $75
Inver Grove Ford 2 oil changes $100
Holiday Inn Express – Eagan One night stay $120
Lost Spur 4 rounds of golf $76
Bill & Brenda Moosbrugger $50 cash $50
Kaposia Tree Service $150 gift card $150
Sunfish Cellars 3 - $50 gift cards $150
Granite City – Eagan $50 gift card $50
Yankee Tavern 3 - $20 gift cards $60
Ultimate Events 2 MN Twins Tickets $180
Burger Moe’s $25 gift card $25
Speedway $25 gift card $25
Neil Garlock Coors Light neon sign $300
5-8 Grill & Tap – West St. Paul 2 - $25 gift cards $50
Fairfield Inn 2 – free one night stays $220
Fireside Lounge $15 gift card $15
Mendakota Country Club Golf for 4 with cart and lunch $600
Best Western Plus – Eagan 2 – free one night stays $240
Perkins – Eagan $25 gift card $25
Buffalo Wild Wings Wing party and sauce $65
Saint Paul Hotel Bed and breakfast package $200
Billy’s on Grand $25 gift card $25
Tom Reid’s $30 gift card $30
Sweet Pea’s 4 - $25 gift cards $100
Dixie’s 2 - $20 gift cards $40
Tiffany’s 2 - $50 gift cards $100
Southview Country Club Social membership $250
Gordi & Judy Dahlberg $50 cash $50
Shepard Road Parking 1 week parking pass $90
St. Paul Saints 8 outfield reserve tickets $112
Kraus Anderson 4 MN Twins dugout tickets $288
John, Joe and Bill 70” LG TV $855
James Webster $25 cash $25
Bogey’s 6 - $25 gift cards $150
Downtowner 2 - $25 gift cards $50
Bob Brennan 2 MN United tickets $68
Bob & Laurie Murphy 2 Amazon Echo’s $200
Patty McFarlane $100 cash $100
Zerorez Gift basket $200
Mendota Heights Par 3 12 rounds of golf $168
Applebee’s – West Saint Paul $30 gift card $30
Anytime Fitness – Mendota Heights
10 – 2 month membership + 8 training
sessions $4,500
FixAll Inc. $100 cash $100
Courtyard by Marriott 5 free night stays $600
Ed Hayes 28 pairs of Juzo socks $280
Bierstube – Inver Grove Heights $50 gift card $50
Greg Boyle 65” Magnavox TV $535
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2019 Parks Celebration Donations
VENDOR DONATION VALUE
Somerset Country Club $200 cash $200
McDonalds 100 Free Cone Certificates $100
Paul R. Wild D.D.S PA $100 cash $100
Hudson Co. $100 cash $100
Bituminous Roadways $500 cash $500
Saint Thomas Academy $375 cash $375
Perfect Polish Nails $300 cash $300
Convent of the Visitation $375 cash $375
Andros Medspa $500 cash $500
Lexington Heights Apartments $250 cash $250
The Reserve at Mendota Village $300 cash $300
Mendakota Animal Hospital $300 cash $300
Bob Klepperich $50 cash $50
Total $3,400
2019 Cliff Timm Memorial Fishing Derby Donations
VENDOR DONATION VALUE
Ira Kipp $50 cash $50
Charitable Gift Fund of Clifford Timm $1,000 cash $1,000
Brian Woessner Snacks/water $300
Goodfellows 500 hand sanitizers $500
Landmark Jewelers Pearl necklace $295
Garry Cunningham $100 Tinucci gift card $100
Grand 7 Saloon $100 gift card $100
Deerwood Bank Gift bag $60
Julie Fronk $25 BP gift card $25
Meisinger Construction $200 cash $200
Mark McNeill 2 - $50 Speedway gift cards $100
Emerald Greens Golf 18 holes of golf for 4 $220
Doc & Kay Frye $50 cash $50
Tom DePauw 65” Magnavox TV $535
Dave Libertini $50 cash $50
Kelly McCarthy $20 Lucky’s gift card $20
BC Contracting Shade tree $325
Lagunitas 2 cases of beer with gift bags $60
Dale Robinson 5 cap caddies $40
Meals From the Heart 2 - $100 gift cards $200
American Veterans Post – Mendota Cash sponsorship $5,000
Robert Brackey Cash sponsorship $2,500
Gateway Bank Cash sponsorship $1,000
Gateway Bank Post race pizza party $919.94
Total $28,256.94
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Total $1,050
Adopted by the City Council of the City of Mendota Heights this 18th day of June 2019.
CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
Neil Garlock, Mayor
ATTEST:
Lorri Smith, City Clerk
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REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION
DATE: June 18, 2019
TO: Mayor, City Council, and City Administrator
FROM: Ryan Ruzek, P.E., Public Works Director
SUBJECT: Resolution 2019-37 Accepting Feasibility Report and Calling for a Public Hearing
for the Town Center/Village of Mendota Heights Boulder Wall Improvements
COMMENT:
INTRODUCTION
The purpose of this memo is to request that the Council approve the feasibility report and
schedule a Public Hearing for the Town Center/Village of Mendota Heights Boulder Wall
Improvements.
BACKGROUND
The preparation of a feasibility report for Town Center/Village of Mendota Heights Boulder
Wall Improvements was authorized by issuing a professional services contract to Stonebrooke
Engineering on February 5, 2019. The proposed project includes replacement of failing boulder
retaining walls on Outlot E of the Town Center/Village of Mendota Heights development.
The city proposes to specially assess a portion of the project costs to the benefitting properties.
DISCUSSION
The feasibility report indicates the estimated costs for the project, along with preliminary
assessment estimates. At the end of the feasibility report, a project financing summary is
included to show project cost splits and funding sources to be utilized. The total estimated cost of
the project is $456,053 including indirect costs.
The feasibility report looked at several wall options including, boulder, small block, large block,
and sheet piling. Staff met with affected properties and the boulder wall options was preferred.
The city consultant does recommend that the larger height wall type be of the small block style
for constructability but a boulder wall is a feasible. Council is asked to provide a
recommendation of the wall style desired. The cost difference is approximately $18,000 for a
boulder wall over a small block wall.
Staff also asked Stonebrooke to look at a failing wall on the corner of Walsh Lane and Victoria
Road. The city built a retaining wall as part of the city street reconstruction of Victoria Road.
This wall required field modifications due to a large gas main (26 inch high pressure) that runs
the power plant. The trail width was reduced and a higher wall was built to protect the gas main.
Xcel Energy reimbursed the city for modifications to the wall design. The wall appears to be
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lacking in drainage, poor grading on top of the wall (a tree has since been removed which will
allow for better grading), and lack of a geogrid. The consultant is being asked to include the
salvaging and reinstallation of this wall as an alternate in the bid package which can be
considered after bids are received. This needs to be included in the feasibility report if city
bonding would be desired for this project.
BUDGET IMPACT
Improvement projects are proposed to be assessed to the benefiting property owners. Pursuant to
the City’s Rehabilitation and Reconstruction Policy, the benefiting properties should be assessed
50% of the reconstruction and rehabilitation costs. The following tables show the estimated unit
assessments based on the City policy.
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RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that Council accept the feasibility report and schedule the public hearing for
July 16, 2019.
ACTION REQUIRED
If City Council wishes to implement the staff recommendation, pass a motion adopting A
RESOLUTION ACCEPTING FEASIBILITY REPORT AND CALLING FOR A PUBLIC
HEARING ON THE TOWN CENTER/VILLAGE OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS BOULDER
RETAINING WALL IMPROVEMENTS. This action requires a simple majority vote.
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CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
DAKOTA COUNTY, MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION 2019-37
A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING FEASIBILITY REPORT AND CALLING FOR A PUBLIC
HEARING ON THE TOWN CENTER/VILLAGE OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS BOULDER
RETAINING WALL IMPROVEMENTS
(PROJECT #201810)
WHEREAS, pursuant to a professional services contract issued on February 5, 2019, City
Council ordered a feasibility report to be prepared by the Public Works Director with reference to the
improvement of boulder retaining walls on Outlot E of the Town Center/Village of Mendota Heights
development; and
WHEREAS, the Public Works Director has submitted a report to the City Council with
respect to the Town Center/Village of Mendota Heights Boulder Retaining Wall improvements
which include: replace of the existing retaining walls, and appurtenant work; and
WHEREAS, in said report the Public Works Director reported that the proposed
improvements and construction thereof are desirable and necessary, technically and economically
feasible, cost effective, and further reported on the estimated cost of the proposed improvements; and
NOW THEREFORE IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED, by the Mendota Heights City Council
as follows:
1. The City Council hereby accepts the Feasibility Report as submitted.
2. The Council will consider the improvement of such retaining walls and areas in
accordance with the report and the assessment of property as described in the report for
all or a portion of the cost of the improvements pursuant to Minnesota Statutes Chapter
429 at an estimated total cost of the improvements of $456,053.
3. A Public Hearing shall be held on such proposed improvements on the 16th day of July,
2019 at City Hall, 1101 Victoria Curve, City of Mendota Heights, Minnesota at 7:00 p.m.
Statutory notice and publication requirements shall be followed.
Adopted by the City Council of the City of Mendota Heights this eighteenth day of June, 2019.
CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
Neil Garlock, Mayor
ATTEST
_________________________
Lorri Smith, City Clerk
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FEASIBILITY REPORT FOR
TOWN CENTER/VILLAGE OF
MENDOTA HEIGHTS BOULDER
RETAINING WALL
IMPROVEMENTS
WHICH INCLUDES IMPROVEMENTS TO:
OUTLOT E BETWEEN LINDEN ST, OAK ST, KARL
HOHENSTEIN PL, AND MARKET ST
CITY PROJECT #201810
JUNE 2019
City of
Mendota Heights I hereby certify that this Feasibility Report was prepared by me or
under my direct supervision and that I am a duly licensed
Professional Engineer under the laws of the State of Minnesota.
6/11/2019
Tim Arvidson, P.E. Date
License Number: 25502
6/11/2019
Anthony Sellner, P.E. Date
License Number: 54241
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June 11, 2019
Honorable Mayor and Member of the City Council
City of Mendota Heights
1101 Victoria Curve
Mendota Heights, MN 55118
RE: Town Center/Village of Mendota Heights Boulder Retaining Wall Improvements
City Project No. MH201810
Honorable Mayor and City Council Members:
As requested, we have prepared a Feasibility Report for the improvements of select retaining
walls on Outlot E and at the intersection of Victoria and Walsh Street. We have included the
proposed method of financing and maps showing the locations of the proposed improvements.
I am available to discuss this report at the June 18, 2019 Council Meeting.
Sincerely,
Tim Arvidson, PE
Chief Executive Officer
Stonebrooke Engineering
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Table of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS ............................................................................................................................................ 3
INTRODUCTION ....................................................................................................................................................... 4
AUTHORIZATION........................................................................................................................................................ 4
SCOPE ........................................................................................................................................................................ 4
LOCATION ................................................................................................................................................................. 4
EXISTING CONDITIONS ......................................................................................................................................... 5
RETAINING WALLS .................................................................................................................................................... 5
PRIVATE UTILITIES .................................................................................................................................................... 5
PRIVATE PARKING LOTS ............................................................................................................................................ 5
PROPOSED IMPROVEMENTS ............................................................................................................................... 6
RETAINING WALL RECONSTRUCTION ........................................................................................................................ 6
PRIVATE UTILITIES .................................................................................................................................................... 7
PRIVATE PARKING LOTS ............................................................................................................................................ 7
FEASIBILITY............................................................................................................................................................... 7
FUNDING SOURCES AND SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS ....................................................................................... 8
ESTIMATED PROJECT COSTS ...................................................................................................................................... 8
PROPOSED ESTIMATED ASSESSMENTS ....................................................................................................................... 9
PROPOSED PROJECT SCHEDULE ..................................................................................................................... 10
CONCLUSION .......................................................................................................................................................... 10
APPENDIX A: RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT AREA ..................................................................................... 11
APPENDIX B: ENGINEER’S ESTIMATE ............................................................................................................ 14
APPENDIX C: PRELIMINARY ASSESSMENT ROLE ...................................................................................... 18
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INTRODUCTION
Authorization
The preparation of this report was authorized by the Mendota Heights City Council by a Request
for Council Action at the City Council meeting held on February 5, 2019. The Town
Center/Village of Mendota Heights Boulder Retaining Wall Improvement project has been
designated as City Project No. 201810. The improvements to Outlot E are located in the
Southeast Quarter of the Northwest Quarter of Section 25, Township 28, Range 23, and the
improvements to the existing retaining wall at the Northwest quadrant of the Victoria Road and
Walsh Lane intersection are located in the Northwest Quarter of Section 26, Township 28, Range
23.
Scope
This report addresses the feasibility of rehabilitating retaining walls on Outlot E and at the
intersection of Victoria Road and Walsh Lane. Opinions of estimated costs for the associated
improvements are noted herein and project funding strategies have been developed within this
report.
Location
The proposed retaining wall rehabilitation area is shown in Appendix A.
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EXISTING CONDITIONS
Retaining Walls
Boulder retaining walls were constructed in 2004 as part of the Town Center/Village of Mendota
Heights development. The site is characterized by existing steep slopes and multi-level boulder
retaining walls. The boulder retaining walls exist on Outlot E, between the residential properties,
the Dakota County CDA building, and the Village at Mendota Heights Commercial property.
The boulder retaining walls were identified as failing in 2018 and concrete jersey barriers were
added as a temporary public safety improvement to protect trail users from falling rocks. As the
retaining wall has begun to fail it is anticipated additional rocks will continue to displace and
result in further embankment destabilization. The failing walls are likely due to inadequate
boulder size and backfill installation methods. Site visits also reveal lack of geotextile fabric
overlap between the walls and backfill material at various locations thereby exposing soil to the
boulders which gradually push the rocks outward with freeze-thaw cycles.
These walls appear to be near the end of their useful life and we recommend reconstruction.
The modular block retaining wall constructed at the Northwest quadrant of the Victoria Road and
Walsh Lane intersection was constructed in 2015 as part of the Victoria Road South
Reconstruction. Due to a shallow 24” gas main and conflict with proposed trail, a retaining wall
needed to be installed to facilitate trail construction. The retaining wall varies from 2’ to 5’ in
height.
The modular block wall was identified as failing in 2018, with further block joint expansion
observed in 2019 resulting in a loss of backfill material. Current gaps in blocks are measured up
to 1”, and further displacement is expected to occur. The failing wall is likely due to lack of
geogrid placement for wall support and lack of drain tile to remove water from behind the wall.
We recommend the modular block wall to be salvaged and reinstalled with geogrid, drain tile,
and new filter rock.
Private Utilities
Providers of privately owned gas, electric, communications, irrigation, and cable television
utilities are present in the neighborhood and may need adjusting or relocating to facilitate
reconstruction.
Private Parking Lots
The Village at Mendota Heights commercial parking lot abuts Outlot E. The existing pavement
and curb is in overall good condition.
The CDA building underground parking ramp access roadway abuts Outlot E. The ramp drive
and curb is in overall good condition.
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PROPOSED IMPROVEMENTS
Retaining Wall Reconstruction
Five options where evaluated for replacement of the retaining walls on Outlot E:
Option 1: Boulder Wall
Option 2: Modular Small Block Wall
Option 3: Modular and Small Block Boulder Wall
Option 4: Modular Prefabricated Large Block Wall
Option 5: Sheet Piling
Replacement costs to salvage and reinstall the existing retaining wall at the Northwest Quadrant
of the Victoria Road – Walsh Lane intersection were also evaluated.
Retaining wall reconstruction options were evaluated and fitted into existing site conditions. A
breakdown of the estimated cost for each option on follows:
PRELIMINARY COST ESTIMATE - SUMMARY
Option 1: Boulder Walls $329,361
Option 2: Modular Small Block Walls $311,695
Option 3: Modular Small Block and Boulder Walls $318,031
Option 4: Modular Prefabricated Large Block Walls $420,161
Option 5: Sheet Piling $603,168
Victoria - Walsh Street Modular Block Wall Reconstruction $46,811
Option 1: Boulder walls, although a possible solution for the site grading at this location, may be
difficult to construct due to the elevation changes over 9’, steep grades, and limited physical area
available for site grading. Based on input received from the public this was the preferred solution
of the area residents and property owners.
Option 2: Modular Small Block Walls work well in locations where there are tight site grading
constraints and higher wall heights, and typically have increased wall service life, and cost
effectiveness. This solution is fitted particularly well for the changes in elevation required on this
project. Small block walls also provide an aesthetic solution with multiple color and texture
options.
Option 3: The preferred option, this is a combination of Options 1 and 2, with all walls being
replaced with Modular Small Block except for one. The wall adjacent to Mendota Heights Town
Center LLC will be replaced in kind with a Boulders at the request of the property owner. We
recommend this Option as this portion of the site the wall height can be made to less than 9’.
Option 4: A Modular Prefabricated Large Block Wall would provide the longest lifespan, being
made of the largest precast concrete blocks typically seen in the market. These are also the most
intrusive to install of the block types and require much heavier installation equipment. It is
therefore the most expensive block type solution.
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Option 5: A sheet piling solution was evaluated for this site and determined to be the least cost
effective option, being over two times the cost estimated for a small block wall solution.
The construction of a vinyl coated wire fence at the top of the proposed walls is recommended for
safety purposes. The Mendota Heights Town Center LLC properties requested ornamental fence
at the top of the wall adjacent to their property, and the Village of Mendota Heights Town Center
Properties requested a hedge row to hide the fencing at the top of the wall adjacent to their
properties.
Any damaged concrete curb and gutter and pavement impacted as required for wall reconstruction
will be replaced in kind. Disturbed boulevard areas will be restored with topsoil and sod in
backyard areas and seed mix and mulch in other areas.
The existing right-of-way varies throughout Outlot E and at the Victoria – Walsh Street
Intersection. Temporary construction easements will be needed to facilitate wall reconstruction
on Outlot E. No additional right-of-way or easements are anticipated with this project.
Private Utilities
No utility companies have indicated they will be making improvements to their distribution
networks in conjunction with our proposed improvements.
Private Parking Lots
Spot repairs of parking lot and curb and gutter will be replaced in kind. Replacement costs on
Outlot E will be shared equally between the City and adjacent property owners.
Feasibility
From an engineering standpoint, this project is necessary, cost-effective, feasible, and can be
accomplished as proposed.
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FUNDING SOURCES AND SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS
The area proposed to be assessed is every lot, piece, and parcel within the city limits benefiting
from said improvement, whether abutting or not, within the following described areas:
Properties within the area bound by Market Street, Oak Street, Linden Street, and Karl
Hohenstein Place/Main Street and specific properties within the area bound by Dodd
Road, Wesley Street, South Lane, North Freeway Road, Linden Street, and Maple Street.
Reconstruction of the existing wall at the Victoria Road – Walsh Lane intersection will not be
assessed.
Specific property descriptions included in the above-described area, are owners in the following
associations:
The Village of Mendota Heights Town Center (56 units)
Dakota County CDA
Mendota Heights Town Center LLC
The retaining wall improvement costs can be assessed on a unit basis to the benefiting properties
as per the Street Rehabilitation and Reconstruction Policy adopted by the City council on June
16, 1992.
The following sections discuss the assessment distribution based on the City’s policy.
Estimated Project Costs
The following costs were prepared based upon an Engineer’s Estimate (Appendix B) and are
subject to change, depending on the final design of the project, soil conditions, bids received, and
actual work performed.
PROJECT COSTS
ITEM CONSTRUCTION* INDIRECT** TOTAL
Outlot E Retaining Wall
Reconstruction $318,031 $79,508 $397,539
Victoria Rd - Walsh Ln Modular Block
Wall Reconstruction $46,811 $11,703 $58,514
TOTALS $364,842 $91,211 $456,053
* Includes 10% for contingencies.
** Includes 25% indirect costs for legal, engineering, administration, and finance.
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Proposed Estimated Assessments
The estimated total assessable amount for the project is based on specially assessing 50% of all
costs for the retaining wall work occurring on Outlot E.
The estimated unit assessment for this project was determined by separating improvements to
each benefiting property. The preliminary assessment roll listing the assessable parcels can be
found in Appendix C and is summarized below:
ASSESSMENT CALCULATIONS - OUTLOT E RETAINING WALL RECON.
Assessable Costs $397,539
Assessment $198,769
Assessable Units 55
Estimated Unit Assessments per City Policy
The Village of Mendota Heights Town Center Properties *** $110,624
Dakota County CDA $19,836
Mendota Heights Town Center LLC $68,310
Proposed Assessment Total $198,769
***Property consists of 53 units; Assessment to be divided equally.
ASSESSMENT CALCULATIONS ***The Village of Mendota Heights Town Center
Assessable Costs $110,624
Assessable Units 53
Proposed Unit Assessment per City Policy $2,087
The estimated unit assessments for the retaining wall reconstruction are at the level of rates that
staff anticipates for future rehabilitation projects with similar work. Staff proposes to assess the
benefiting properties as outlined in the Assessment Calculation Table above.
The costs and funding sources for the projects are summarized in the following table:
FUNDING SOURCES
ITEM COST
ESTIMATE ASSESSMENT MUNICIPAL
BONDS
Outlot E Retaining Wall Reconstruction $397,539 $198,769 $198,770
Victoria Rd - Walsh Ln Modular Block
Wall Reconstruction $58,514 $58,514
Totals $456,053 $198,769 $257,284
With a total estimated reconstruction project cost of $456,053, the assessed amount of $198,769
would be equivalent to 44% of the total bond issue. Minnesota Statutes Chapter 429 Special
Assessment Bond Issue requires that a minimum of 20% of the total bond issue amount be
recovered through special assessments. The total municipal bonding amount is $257,284.
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PROPOSED PROJECT SCHEDULE
The following project schedule outlines an approach to complete the assessable project in 2019:
ACTIVITY DATE
Accept Feasibility Study/Call for Public Hearing June 18, 2019
Conduct Public Hearing/Accept Project/Order Plans and Specifications July 16, 2019
Approve Plans and Specifications/Order Advertisements for Bids August 2019
Open Bids August 2019
Accept Bids/Award Contract September 2019
Begin Construction September 2019
Substantial Project Completion November 2019
Authorize Amount to be Assessed/Schedule Assessment Hearing November 2019
Conduct Assessment Hearing/Adopt Assessment Roll December 2019
CONCLUSION
The proposed improvements are necessary, cost effective, and feasible from an engineering
standpoint and should be made as proposed.
The total estimated cost of the proposed improvements is $456,053. A portion of this project is
proposed to be assessed to the benefiting property owners and the remainder through other
funding sources.
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APPENDIX A: Reconstruction Project Area
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GIS Map Disclaimer:This data is for informational purposes only and should not be substituted for a true title search, property appraisal, plat,survey, or for zoning verification. The City of Mendota Heights assumes no legal responsibility for the information containedin this data. The City of Mendota Heights, or any other entity from which data was obtained, assumes no liability for any errorsor omissions herein. If discrepancies are found, please contact the City of Mendota Heights.
Contact "Gopher State One Call" at 651-454-0002 for utility locations, 48 hours prior to any excavation.
Existing Walls to be replaced (Typ.)
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720
720
750
697
698
730
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740
698
1900
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MAPLE ST
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PLOAK ST RAMPDakota County GIS
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Date: 12/27/2018
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Mendota
Heights0100
SCALE IN FEET
GIS Map Disclaimer:This data is for informational purposes only and should not be substituted for a true title search, property appraisal, plat,survey, or for zoning verification. The City of Mendota Heights assumes no legal responsibility for the information containedin this data. The City of Mendota Heights, or any other entity from which data was obtained, assumes no liability for any errorsor omissions herein. If discrepancies are found, please contact the City of Mendota Heights.
Contact "Gopher State One Call" at 651-454-0002 for utility locations, 48 hours prior to any excavation.
Existing Walls to be replaced (Typ.)
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APPENDIX B: Engineer’s Estimate
page 74
SPEC NO.ITEM DESCRIPTION Unit
UNIT
PRICE
ESTIMATED
QUANTITY COST
2021.501 MOBILIZATION LUMP SUM $17,000 1.00 $17,000
2101.501 CLEARING & GRUBBING LUMP SUM $1,500 1 $1,500
2104.503 SAWING BIT PAVEMENT (FULL DEPTH)LIN FT $5 80 $400
2104.503 REMOVE CURB & GUTTER LIN FT $3 60 $180
2104.503 REMOVE RETAINING WALL LIN FT $30 796 $23,880
2104.504 REMOVE CONCRETE WALK SQ YD $10 30 $300
2104.504 REMOVE BITUMINOUS PAVEMENT SQ YD $8 14 $112
2104.518 REMOVE BITUMINOUS WALK SQ FT $1 2466 $2,466
2106.507 COMMON EMBANKMENT (CV)CU YD $20 272 $5,440
2211.507 AGGREGATE BASE (LV) CLASS 5 CU YD $30 53 $1,590
2360.504 TYPE SP 12.5 WEARING COURSE MIX (3;C)SQ YD $25 14 $350
2411.618 BOULDER RETAINING WALL SQ FT $39 4015 $156,585
2506.502 CASTING ASSEMBLY EACH $650 1 $650
2521.518 4" CONCRETE WALK SQ FT $8 240 $1,920
2521.518 3" BITUMINOUS WALK SQ FT $6 2466 $14,796
2531.503 CONCRETE CURB & GUTTER DESIGN B612 LIN FT $30 60 $1,800
2557.503 WIRE FENCE DESIGN 48V-9322 LIN FT $30 260 $7,800
2557.603 ORNAMENTAL FENCE DESIGN SPECIAL LIN FT $100 160 $16,000
2563.601 TRAFFIC CONTROL LUMP SUM $1,000 1 $1,000
2571.524 CONIFEROUS TREE 4' HT CONT TREE $500 10 $5,000
2571.524 DECIDUOUS TREE 4' HT CONT TREE $600 10 $6,000
2571.525 CONIFEROUS SHRUB 3' HT CONT SHRUB $150 9 $1,350
2571.525 DECIDUOUS SHRUB 3' HT BR SHRUB $125 93 $11,625
2571.527 ORNAMENTAL GRASS NO 1 CONT PLANT $35 30 $1,050
2573.502 STORM DRAIN INLET PROTECTION EACH $150 1 $150
2573.503 SILT FENCE; TYPE MS LIN FT $3 150 $375
2573.503 SEDIMENT CONTROL LOG TYPE WOOD CHIP LIN FT $3 350 $1,050
2574.508 FERTILIZER TYPE 3 POUND $2 110 $220
2575.504 SODDING TYPE LAWN SQ YD $10 860 $8,600
2575.505 RAPID STABILIZATION METHOD 2 ACRE $1,400 0.3 $420
2574.507 COMMON TOPSOIL BORROW CU YD $60 142 $8,520
2575.508 SEED MIXTURE 25-151 POUND $4 60 $240
2575.508 HYDRAULIC BONDED FIBER MATRIX POUND $1 1050 $1,050
$29,942
$329,361
SPEC NO.ITEM DESCRIPTION Unit
UNIT
PRICE
ESTIMATED
QUANTITY COST
2021.501 MOBILIZATION LUMP SUM $17,000 1.00 $17,000
2101.501 CLEARING & GRUBBING LUMP SUM $1,500 1 $1,500
2104.503 SAWING BIT PAVEMENT (FULL DEPTH)LIN FT $5 80 $400
2104.503 REMOVE CURB & GUTTER LIN FT $3 60 $180
2104.503 REMOVE RETAINING WALL LIN FT $30 796 $23,880
2104.504 REMOVE CONCRETE WALK SQ YD $10 30 $300
2104.504 REMOVE BITUMINOUS PAVEMENT SQ YD $8 14 $112
2104.518 REMOVE BITUMINOUS WALK SQ FT $1 2466 $2,466
2106.507 COMMON EMBANKMENT (CV)CU YD $20 272 $5,440
2211.507 AGGREGATE BASE (LV) CLASS 5 CU YD $30 53 $1,590
2360.504 TYPE SP 12.5 WEARING COURSE MIX (3;C)SQ YD $25 14 $350
2411.618 MODULAR BLOCK RETAINING WALL SQ FT $35 4015 $140,525
2506.502 CASTING ASSEMBLY EACH $650 1 $650
2521.518 4" CONCRETE WALK SQ FT $8 240 $1,920
2521.518 3" BITUMINOUS WALK SQ FT $6 2466 $14,796
2531.503 CONCRETE CURB & GUTTER DESIGN B612 LIN FT $30 60 $1,800
2557.503 WIRE FENCE DESIGN 48V-9322 LIN FT $30 260 $7,800
2557.603 ORNAMENTAL FENCE DESIGN SPECIAL LIN FT $100 160 $16,000
2563.601 TRAFFIC CONTROL LUMP SUM $1,000 1.00 $1,000
2571.524 CONIFEROUS TREE 4' HT CONT TREE $500 10 $5,000
2571.524 DECIDUOUS TREE 4' HT CONT TREE $600 10 $6,000
2571.525 CONIFEROUS SHRUB 3' HT CONT SHRUB $150 9 $1,350
2571.525 DECIDUOUS SHRUB 3' HT BR SHRUB $125 93 $11,625
2571.527 ORNAMENTAL GRASS NO 1 CONT PLANT $35 30 $1,050
2573.502 STORM DRAIN INLET PROTECTION EACH $150 1 $150
2573.503 SILT FENCE; TYPE MS LIN FT $3 150 $375
2573.503 SEDIMENT CONTROL LOG TYPE WOOD CHIP LIN FT $3 350 $1,050
2574.508 FERTILIZER TYPE 3 POUND $2 110 $220
2575.504 SODDING TYPE LAWN SQ YD $10 860 $8,600
2575.505 RAPID STABILIZATION METHOD 2 ACRE $1,400 0.3 $420
2574.507 COMMON TOPSOIL BORROW CU YD $60 142 $8,520
2575.508 SEED MIXTURE 25-151 POUND $4 60 $240
2575.508 HYDRAULIC BONDED FIBER MATRIX POUND $1 1050 $1,050
$28,336
$311,695
TOWN CENTER/VILLAGE OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS BOULDER RET. WALL IMP.
6/11/2019
PRELIMINARY COST ESTIMATE - OPTION 1: BOULDER WALLS
PRELIMINARY COST ESTIMATE - OPTION 2: MODULAR SMALL BLOCK WALLS
TOTAL:
CONTINGENCY (10%)
CONTINGENCY (10%)
TOTAL:
ENGINEERS ESTIMATE page 75
SPEC NO.ITEM DESCRIPTION Unit
UNIT
PRICE
ESTIMATED
QUANTITY COST
2021.501 MOBILIZATION LUMP SUM $17,000 1.00 $17,000
2101.501 CLEARING & GRUBBING LUMP SUM $1,500 1 $1,500
2104.503 SAWING BIT PAVEMENT (FULL DEPTH)LIN FT $5 80 $400
2104.503 REMOVE CURB & GUTTER LIN FT $3 60 $180
2104.503 REMOVE RETAINING WALL LIN FT $30 796 $23,880
2104.504 REMOVE CONCRETE WALK SQ YD $10 30 $300
2104.504 REMOVE BITUMINOUS PAVEMENT SQ YD $8 14 $112
2104.518 REMOVE BITUMINOUS WALK SQ FT $1 2466 $2,466
2106.507 COMMON EMBANKMENT (CV)CU YD $20 272 $5,440
2211.507 AGGREGATE BASE (LV) CLASS 5 CU YD $30 53 $1,590
2360.504 TYPE SP 12.5 WEARING COURSE MIX (3;C)SQ YD $25 14 $350
2411.618 BOULDER RETAINING WALL SQ FT $39 1440 $56,160
2411.618 MODULAR BLOCK RETAINING WALL SQ FT $35 2575 $90,125
2506.502 CASTING ASSEMBLY EACH $650 1 $650
2521.518 4" CONCRETE WALK SQ FT $8 240 $1,920
2521.518 3" BITUMINOUS WALK SQ FT $6 2466 $14,796
2531.503 CONCRETE CURB & GUTTER DESIGN B612 LIN FT $30 60 $1,800
2557.503 WIRE FENCE DESIGN 48V-9322 LIN FT $30 260 $7,800
2557.603 ORNAMENTAL FENCE DESIGN SPECIAL LIN FT $100 160 $16,000
2563.601 TRAFFIC CONTROL LUMP SUM $1,000 1.00 $1,000
2571.524 CONIFEROUS TREE 4' HT CONT TREE $500 10 $5,000
2571.524 DECIDUOUS TREE 4' HT CONT TREE $600 10 $6,000
2571.525 CONIFEROUS SHRUB 3' HT CONT SHRUB $150 9 $1,350
2571.525 DECIDUOUS SHRUB 3' HT BR SHRUB $125 93 $11,625
2571.527 ORNAMENTAL GRASS NO 1 CONT PLANT $35 30 $1,050
2573.502 STORM DRAIN INLET PROTECTION EACH $150 1 $150
2573.503 SILT FENCE; TYPE MS LIN FT $3 150 $375
2573.503 SEDIMENT CONTROL LOG TYPE WOOD CHIP LIN FT $3 350 $1,050
2574.508 FERTILIZER TYPE 3 POUND $2 110 $220
2575.504 SODDING TYPE LAWN SQ YD $10 860 $8,600
2575.505 RAPID STABILIZATION METHOD 2 ACRE $1,400 0.3 $420
2574.507 COMMON TOPSOIL BORROW CU YD $60 142 $8,520
2575.508 SEED MIXTURE 25-151 POUND $4 60 $240
2575.508 HYDRAULIC BONDED FIBER MATRIX POUND $1 1050 $1,050
$28,912
$318,031
SPEC NO.ITEM DESCRIPTION Unit
UNIT
PRICE
ESTIMATED
QUANTITY COST
2021.501 MOBILIZATION LUMP SUM $20,000 1.00 $20,000
2101.501 CLEARING & GRUBBING LUMP SUM $1,500 1 $1,500
2104.503 SAWING BIT PAVEMENT (FULL DEPTH)LIN FT $5 80 $400
2104.503 REMOVE CURB & GUTTER LIN FT $3 60 $180
2104.503 REMOVE RETAINING WALL LIN FT $30 796 $23,880
2104.504 REMOVE CONCRETE WALK SQ YD $10 30 $300
2104.504 REMOVE BITUMINOUS PAVEMENT SQ YD $8 14 $112
2104.518 REMOVE BITUMINOUS WALK SQ FT $1 2466 $2,466
2106.507 COMMON EMBANKMENT (CV)CU YD $20 272 $5,440
2211.507 AGGREGATE BASE (LV) CLASS 5 CU YD $30 53 $1,590
2360.504 TYPE SP 12.5 WEARING COURSE MIX (3;C)SQ YD $25 14 $350
2411.618 MODULAR BLOCK RETAINING WALL SQ FT $42 265 $11,130
2411.618 PREFABRICATED MODULAR BLOCK WALL SQ FT $60 3750 $225,000
2506.502 CASTING ASSEMBLY EACH $650 1 $650
2521.518 4" CONCRETE WALK SQ FT $8 240 $1,920
2521.518 3" BITUMINOUS WALK SQ FT $6 2466 $14,796
2531.503 CONCRETE CURB & GUTTER DESIGN B612 LIN FT $30 60 $1,800
2557.503 WIRE FENCE DESIGN 48V-9322 LIN FT $30 260 $7,800
2557.603 ORNAMENTAL FENCE DESIGN SPECIAL LIN FT $100 160 $16,000
2563.601 TRAFFIC CONTROL LUMP SUM $1,000 1.00 $1,000
2571.524 CONIFEROUS TREE 4' HT CONT TREE $500 10 $5,000
2571.524 DECIDUOUS TREE 4' HT CONT TREE $600 10 $6,000
2571.525 CONIFEROUS SHRUB 3' HT CONT SHRUB $150 9 $1,350
2571.525 DECIDUOUS SHRUB 3' HT BR SHRUB $125 93 $11,625
2571.527 ORNAMENTAL GRASS NO 1 CONT PLANT $35 30 $1,050
2573.502 STORM DRAIN INLET PROTECTION EACH $150 1 $150
2573.503 SILT FENCE; TYPE MS LIN FT $3 150 $375
2573.503 SEDIMENT CONTROL LOG TYPE WOOD CHIP LIN FT $3 350 $1,050
2574.508 FERTILIZER TYPE 3 POUND $2 110 $220
2575.504 SODDING TYPE LAWN SQ YD $10 860 $8,600
2575.505 RAPID STABILIZATION METHOD 2 ACRE $1,400 0.3 $420
2574.507 COMMON TOPSOIL BORROW CU YD $60 142 $8,520
2575.508 SEED MIXTURE 25-151 POUND $4 60 $240
2575.508 HYDRAULIC BONDED FIBER MATRIX POUND $1 1050 $1,050
$38,197
$420,161
PRELIMINARY COST ESTIMATE - OPTION 4: PREFABRICATED MODULAR BLOCK WALLS
CONTINGENCY (10%)
TOTAL:
CONTINGENCY (10%)
TOTAL:
PRELIMINARY COST ESTIMATE - OPTION 3: MODULAR SMALL BLOCK & BOULDER WALLS page 76
SPEC NO.ITEM DESCRIPTION Unit
UNIT
PRICE
ESTIMATED
QUANTITY COST
2021.501 MOBILIZATION LUMP SUM $30,000 1.00 $30,000
2101.501 CLEARING & GRUBBING LUMP SUM $1,500 1 $1,500
2104.503 SAWING BIT PAVEMENT (FULL DEPTH)LIN FT $5 80 $400
2104.503 REMOVE CURB & GUTTER LIN FT $3 60 $180
2104.503 REMOVE RETAINING WALL LIN FT $30 796 $23,880
2104.504 REMOVE CONCRETE WALK SQ YD $10 30 $300
2104.504 REMOVE BITUMINOUS PAVEMENT SQ YD $8 14 $112
2104.518 REMOVE BITUMINOUS WALK SQ FT $1 2466 $2,466
2106.507 COMMON EMBANKMENT (CV)CU YD $20 272 $5,440
2211.507 AGGREGATE BASE (LV) CLASS 5 CU YD $30 53 $1,590
2360.504 TYPE SP 12.5 WEARING COURSE MIX (3;C)SQ YD $25 14 $350
2452.603 STEEL SHEET PILING CAP LIN FT $40 630 $25,200
2452.603 STEEL SHEET PILING DRIVER ATTACHMENT RENTAL (1 MONTH)LUMP SUM $6,400 1 $6,400
2452.603 STEEL SHEET PILING DRIVING CREW - 4 MAN HOUR $600 200 $120,000
2452.618 STEEL SHEET PILING (PERMANENT) - HPZ 18 MATERIAL ONLY SQ FT $20 12045 $240,900
2506.502 CASTING ASSEMBLY EACH $650 1 $650
2521.518 4" CONCRETE WALK SQ FT $8 240 $1,920
2521.518 3" BITUMINOUS WALK SQ FT $6 2466 $14,796
2531.503 CONCRETE CURB & GUTTER DESIGN B612 LIN FT $30 60 $1,800
2557.503 WIRE FENCE DESIGN 48V-9322 LIN FT $30 260 $7,800
2557.603 ORNAMENTAL FENCE DESIGN SPECIAL LIN FT $100 160 $16,000
2563.601 TRAFFIC CONTROL LUMP SUM $1,000 1.00 $1,000
2571.524 CONIFEROUS TREE 4' HT CONT TREE $500 10 $5,000
2571.524 DECIDUOUS TREE 4' HT CONT TREE $600 10 $6,000
2571.525 CONIFEROUS SHRUB 3' HT CONT SHRUB $150 9 $1,350
2571.525 DECIDUOUS SHRUB 3' HT BR SHRUB $125 93 $11,625
2571.527 ORNAMENTAL GRASS NO 1 CONT PLANT $35 30 $1,050
2573.502 STORM DRAIN INLET PROTECTION EACH $150 1 $150
2573.503 SILT FENCE; TYPE MS LIN FT $3 150 $375
2573.503 SEDIMENT CONTROL LOG TYPE WOOD CHIP LIN FT $3 350 $1,050
2574.508 FERTILIZER TYPE 3 POUND $2 110 $220
2575.504 SODDING TYPE LAWN SQ YD $10 860 $8,600
2575.505 RAPID STABILIZATION METHOD 2 ACRE $1,400 0.3 $420
2574.507 COMMON TOPSOIL BORROW CU YD $60 142 $8,520
2575.508 SEED MIXTURE 25-151 POUND $4 60 $240
2575.508 HYDRAULIC BONDED FIBER MATRIX POUND $1 1050 $1,050
$54,834
$603,168
SPEC NO.ITEM DESCRIPTION Unit
UNIT
PRICE
ESTIMATED
QUANTITY COST
2021.501 MOBILIZATION LUMP SUM $2,400 1.00 $2,400
2104.503 SALVAGE RETAINING WALL LIN FT $70 120 $8,400
2106.507 COMMON EMBANKMENT (CV)CU YD $20 100 $2,000
2411.618 INSTALL RETAINING WALL SQ FT $29 805 $23,345
2563.601 TRAFFIC CONTROL LUMP SUM $1,000 0.12 $120
2573.503 SEDIMENT CONTROL LOG TYPE WOOD CHIP LIN FT $3 150 $450
2574.508 FERTILIZER TYPE 3 POUND $2 35 $70
2575.504 SODDING TYPE LAWN SQ YD $10 280 $2,800
2575.505 RAPID STABILIZATION METHOD 2 ACRE $1,400 0.1 $140
2574.507 COMMON TOPSOIL BORROW CU YD $60 40 $2,400
2575.508 SEED MIXTURE 25-151 POUND $4 20 $80
2575.508 HYDRAULIC BONDED FIBER MATRIX POUND $1 350 $350
$4,256
$46,811TOTAL:
CONTINGENCY (10%)
PRELIMINARY COST ESTIMATE - VICTORIA & WALSH STREET INTERSECTION MODULAR BLOCK WALL
RECONSTRUCTION
CONTINGENCY (10%)
TOTAL:
PRELIMINARY COST ESTIMATE - OPTION 5: STEEL SHEET PILINGS page 77
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APPENDIX C: Preliminary Assessment Role
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City of Mendota Heights ‐ Assessment RollInterest Rate = Town Center Retaining WallJob #201810Parcel IDOwner and AddressLegalLot and BlockImprovementAmount274833506020Dakota County CDA1228 Town Centre Drive$19,836.00Retaining WallEagan, MN 55123Mendota Heights Town Center26274833506030Mendota Heights Town Center LLC1221 Lake Street W., Suite 203$68,310.00Retaining WallMinneapolis, MN 55408Mendota Heights Town Center36274833510101Mary McNamara1937 Oak Street$2,087.00Retaining WallMendota Heights, MN 55118CIC #464 The Village Residences Unit #10125274833510102Mark J. McKasy1939 Oak Street$2,087.00Retaining WallMendota Heights, MN 55118CIC #464 The Village Residences Unit #10225274833510103Tom P. & Anne M. Rusch1941 Oak Street$2,087.00Retaining WallMendota Heights, MN 55118CIC #464 The Village Residences Unit #10325274833510104Stephen C. Tste Glynn1943 Oak Street$2,087.00Retaining WallMendota Heights, MN 55118CIC #464 The Village Residences Unit #104256/14/2019Page 1 of 9page 79
Parcel IDOwner and AddressLegalLot and BlockImprovementAmount274833510105Theresa Sexton1945 Oak Street$2,087.00Retaining WallMendota Heights, MN 55118CIC #464 The Village Residences Unit #10525274833510106Norman & Corrine Geiger1947 Oak Street$2,087.00Retaining WallMendota Heights, MN 55118CIC #464 The Village Residences Unit #10625274833510702Paul Jr. & Nona S. Fenton702 Linden Street$2,087.00Retaining WallMendota Heights, MN 55118CIC #464 The Village Residences Unit #70235274833510704Karyn M. Devinny704 Linden Street$2,087.00Retaining WallMendota Heights, MN 55118CIC #464 The Village Residences Unit #70435274833510706John Paul & Deanne Marie Bennett706 Liden Street$2,087.00Retaining WallMendota Heights, MN 55118CIC #464 The Village Residences Unit #70635274833510708Leslie Ann Callahan708 Linden Street$2,087.00Retaining WallMendota Heights, MN 55118CIC #464 The Village Residences Unit #70835274833510710Henry J. Tste Brandis710 Linden Street$2,087.00Debra S. Tste BrandisRetaining WallMendota Heights, MN 55118CIC #464 The Village Residences Unit #710356/14/2019Page 2 of 9page 80
Parcel IDOwner and AddressLegalLot and BlockImprovementAmount274833510712Robert A. Jablonski712 Linden Street$2,087.00Retaining WallMendota Heights, MN 55118CIC #464 The Village Residences Unit #71235274833510714Keith & Barbara B. Tstes Theisen714 Linden Street$2,087.00Retaining WallMendota Heights, MN 55118CIC #464 The Village Residences Unit #71435274833511951Stephan Gary Kleine1951 Oak Street$2,087.00Retaining WallMendota Heights, MN 55118CIC #464 The Village Residences Unit #195115274833511953Patricia A. Jagunich1953 Oak Street$2,087.00Retaining WallMendota Heights, MN 55118CIC #464 The Village Residences Unit #195315274833511955Linda Marie Byrne1955 Oak Street$2,087.00Retaining WallMendota Heights, MN 55118CIC #464 The Village Residences Unit #195515274833511957Jeffery T. & Linda M. Graves1957 Oak Street$2,087.00Retaining WallMendota Heights, MN 55118CIC #464 The Village Residences Unit #195715274833511959Sara E. Braziller1959 Oak Street$2,087.00Retaining WallMendota Heights, MN 55118CIC #464 The Village Residences Unit #1959156/14/2019Page 3 of 9page 81
Parcel IDOwner and AddressLegalLot and BlockImprovementAmount274833511961Paul A. S. & Judy K. Tstes Helland1961 Oak Street$2,087.00Retaining WallMendota Heights, MN 55118CIC #464 The Village Residences Unit #196115274833511963Jill M. Skogheim1963 Oak Street$2,087.00Retaining WallMendota Heights, MN 55118CIC #464 The Village Residences Unit #196315274833570101Ronald L. & Janet A. Odalen701 Linden Street Unit 101$2,087.00Retaining WallMendota Heights, MN 55118CIC #464 The Village Residences Unit #70110124274833570102Michael W. Stanley701 Linden Street Unit 102$2,087.00Michelle J. Henry‐ StanleyRetaining WallMendota Heights, MN 55118‐1168CIC #464 The Village Residences Unit#70110224274833570103Brad J. & Susan M. Brady969 Acacia Drive$2,087.00Retaining WallCedar Roapids, IA 52402CIC #464 The Village Residences Unit #70110324274833570104Patrica J. Johnson Tst701 Linden Street Unit 104$2,087.00Retaining WallMendota Heights, MN 55118CIC #464 The Village Residences Unit #70110424274833570105John A. & Nancy Price701 Linden Street Unit 105$2,087.00Retaining WallMendota Heights, MN 55118CIC #464 The Village Residences Unit #701105246/14/2019Page 4 of 9page 82
Parcel IDOwner and AddressLegalLot and BlockImprovementAmount274833570106Albert & Kathleen Woodward701 Linden Street Unit 106$2,087.00Retaining WallMendota Heights, MN 55118CIC #464 The Village Residences Unit #70110624274833570107Joseph A. & Gloria C. Cascalenda701 Linden Street Unit 107$2,087.00Retaining WallMendota Heights, MN 55118CIC #464 The Village Residences Unit #70110724274833570108Dale E. & Ruth E. Warland701 Linden Street Unit 108$2,087.00Retaining WallMendota Heights, MN 55118CIC #464 The Village Residences Unit #70110824274833570201Charles & Mary B. Tsts Field701 Linden Street Unit 201$2,087.00Retaining WallMendota Heights, MN 55118CIC #464 The Village Residences Unit #70120124274833570202Kenneth A. & Marie A. Iverson900 Village Lane, Unit 143$2,087.00Retaining WallPass Christian, MS 39571CIC #464 The Village Residences Unit #70120224274833570203Richard B. Tste Schachtman701 Linden Street Unit 203$2,087.00Janice M. Tste SchachtmanRetaining WallMendota Heights, MN 55118CIC #464 The Village Residences Unit #70120324274833570204Robert E. & Kathleen M. Gilsdorf701 Linden Street Unit 204$2,087.00Retaining WallMendota Heights, MN 55118CIC #464 The Village Residences Unit #701204246/14/2019Page 5 of 9page 83
Parcel IDOwner and AddressLegalLot and BlockImprovementAmount274833570205Kathleen Carey Kovar701 Linden Street Unit 205$2,087.00Retaining WallMendota Heights, MN 55118CIC #464 The Village Residences Unit #70120524274833570206Patrick J. & Patricia Marren701 Linden Street Unit 206$2,087.00Retaining WallMendota Heights, MN 55118CIC #464 The Village Residences Unit #70120624274833570207Josephine H. Cizek701 Linden Street Unit 207$2,087.00Retaining WallMendota Heights, MN 55118CIC #464 The Village Residences Unit #70120724274833570208Barbara Ann Walton Trust Spradley701 Linden Street Unit 208$2,087.00Retaining WallMendota Heights, MN 55118CIC #464 The Village Residences Unit #70120824274833571101David W. & Marcia L. Tstes Hierseman11809 Yarmouth Lane$2,087.00Retaining WallFrisco, TX 75036CIC #464 The Village Residences Unit #71510114274833571102JPRM Investments LLC715 Linden Street Unit 102$2,087.00Retaining WallMendota Heights, MN 55118CIC #464 The Village Residences Unit #71510214274833571103Jacyln M. & Mark D. Tarman715 Linden Street Unit 103$2,087.00Retaining WallMendota Heights, MN 55118CIC #464 The Village Residences Unit #715103146/14/2019Page 6 of 9page 84
Parcel IDOwner and AddressLegalLot and BlockImprovementAmount274833571104Bremer Trust NA TstePO Box 986$2,087.00Michelle D. Tste ValadezRetaining WallSaint Cloud, MN 56302CIC #464 The Village Residences Unit #71510414274833571105Teresa A. Daly Konat715 Linden Street Unit 105$2,087.00Gregory J. KonatRetaining WallMendota Heights, MN 55118CIC #464 The Village Residences Unit #71510514274833571106Harry D. & Jane A. McPeak715 Linden Street Unit 106$2,087.00Retaining WallMendota Heights, MN 55118CIC #464 The Village Residences Unit #71510614274833571107Eugene C. & Joan M. Dorsa715 Linden Street Unit 107$2,087.00Retaining WallMendota Heights, MN 55118CIC #464 The Village Residences Unit #71510714274833571108Mitchell F. & Dana J. Berg715 Linden Street Unit 108$2,087.00Retaining WallMendota Heights, MN 55118CIC #464 The Village Residences Unit #71510814274833571109Thomas E. & Laura L. Schmidt715 Linden Street Unit 109$2,087.00Retaining WallMendota Heights, MN 55118CIC #464 The Village Residences Unit #71510914274833571110Thomas A. & Karen Bramwell715 Linden Street Unit 110$2,087.00Retaining WallMendota Heights, MN 55118CIC #464 The Village Residences Unit #715110146/14/2019Page 7 of 9page 85
Parcel IDOwner and AddressLegalLot and BlockImprovementAmount274833571204Joseph Kapla715 Linden Street Unit 204$2,087.00Retaining WallMendota Heights, MN 55118CIC #464 The Village Residences Unit #71520414274833571205Malcolm M. & Nancy L. Tstes McKay715 Linden Street Unit 205$2,087.00Retaining WallMendota Heights, MN 55118CIC #464 The Village Residences Unit #71520514274833571206Yevgenia Vizelman168 Stonebridge Road$2,087.00Retaining WallLilydale, MN 55118CIC #464 The Village Residences Unit #71520614274833571207Gloria J. Chadima715 Linden Street Unit 210$2,087.00Retaining WallMendota Heights, MN 55118CIC #464 The Village Residences Unit #71520714274833571209Laurel A. & Merrill E. Zieman715 Linden Street Unit 209$2,087.00Retaining WallMendota Heights, MN 55118CIC #464 The Village Residences Unit #71520914274833571213Brad & Kara L. Wallace715 Linden Street Unit 201$2,087.00Retaining WallMendota Heights, MN 55118CIC #464 The Village Residences Unit #715201 & 71520314274833572210Gloria J. Chadima715 Linden Street Unit 210$2,087.00Retaining WallMendota Heights, MN 55118CIC #464 The Village Residences Unit #715208 & Unit 715210146/14/2019Page 8 of 9page 86
Parcel IDOwner and AddressLegalLot and BlockImprovementAmountNumber of Properties:55Total Assessment$198,757.006/14/2019Page 9 of 9page 87
REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION
DATE: June 18, 2019
TO: Mayor, City Council, and City Administrator
FROM: Ryan Ruzek, P.E., Public Works Director
SUBJECT: Award Hagstrom King Park Playground Improvements
COMMENT:
INTRODUCTION
The Council is asked to award a contract to Mn-Wi Playground for improvements to the
Hagstrom King Park Playground.
BACKGROUND
The Parks & Recreation Commission established a playground subcommittee that met with
vendors and developed a recommendation for playground improvements at Hagstrom King Park.
DISCUSSION
The proposed equipment at Hagstrom King Park include a dual Zipline feature. Hagstrom King
will require a new container be constructed as the new layout will be much larger than the
existing layout. Highlighted features include an arch swing (tire swing), tilted sky runner, and
slides. In addition, the existing 2-5 age equipment will be salvaged and reinstalled. Other
changes will be moving the entire playground approximately 15 feet west to utilize existing trees
for shade.
City Council approved the replacement of the playground at their March 19, 2019 meeting but
asked staff to review if any additional features could be salvaged and if alternative container
options were available. Staff visited with the park with the Parks and Recreation Commission
and it is recommended by the Commission that the 2-5 age equipment are the only feature
recommended to be salvaged. Staff also reviewed the container options and inventoried that
most playground borders are made of a composite material that looks like timber in seven parks
and a concrete border in two of our newest parks (Mendakota & Kensington). Hagstrom King is
the only park with the plastic border and is in the poorest condition of all container styles. The
city consultant provided the following estimated costs:
Plastic $19,218
Treated Timber $22,906
Concrete $24,368
Composite $27,906
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The Parks and Recreation Commission is recommending concrete for maintenance, and as the
most cost effective option due to the longevity of concrete. A composite could be considered as
an alternate although that is the most costly option.
Staff applied for an Outdoor Recreation grant from the Minnesota DNR to assist with this
improvement but was not selected. The city was selected to receive a grant for improvements to
Wentworth Park which is planned to be discussed at the workshop on July 9, 2019.
BUDGET IMPACT
The City Council authorized a budget amount of $160,000 for the improvements to the Hagstrom
King Park Playground. The current estimate for this work is $160,000. The city is proposing to
use the Special Park Fund for this project.
RECOMMENDATION
The Parks & Recreation Commission recommends that Council award the Hagstrom King Park
playground improvements to Mn-Wi Playground.
ACTION REQUIRED
If Council agrees with the recommendation from the Parks & Recreation Commission, the
Council should pass a motion awarding a playground improvement contract to Mn-Wi
Playground for a not-to-exceed amount of $160,000. This action requires a simple majority vote.
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Plan D9282L2
Hagstrom King Park City of Mendota Heightspage 91
QuantityQuantityQuantityQuantity Part #Part #Part #Part #DescriptionDescriptionDescriptionDescription Unit PriceUnit PriceUnit PriceUnit Price AmountAmountAmountAmount
1 INS Install play equipment, benches, fabric, and
wood fiber. -
Includes the relocation and installation of the
existing Toddler 2
$28,002.00 $28,002.00
1 WASTE Disposal of packaging and construction waste.$726.00 $726.00
SubTotal:
Total Amount:
$28,728.00
$28,728.00
This quotation is subject to current Minnesota/Wisconsin Playground policies as well as the following terms and conditions. Our quotation is
based on shipment of all items at one time to a single destination, unless noted, and changes are subject to price adjustment. Purchases in excess
of $1,000.00 to be supported by your written purchase order made out to Minnesota/Wisconsin Playground.
Pricing: f.o.b. factory, firm for 30 days from date of quotation. A tax-exempt certificate is needed at time of order entry for all orders whether
from tax-supported goverment agencies or not. Sales tax, if applicable, will be added at time of invoice unless a tax exempt certificate is
provided at time of order entry.
Payment terms: net 30 days for tax supported governmental agencies. A 1.5% per month finance charge will be imposed on all past due accounts.
Equipment shall be invoiced separately from other services and shall be payable in advance of those services and project completion. Retainage
not accepted.
Minnesota / Wisconsin Playground
5101 Highway 55, Suite 6000
Golden Valley, Minnesota 55422
Ph. 800-622-5425 | 763-546-7787
Fax 763-546-5050 | dan@mnwiplay.com
QUOTE
#23878
02/25/2019
Hagstrom-King Park D9282L2 Install
City of Mendota Heights
Attn: Ryan Ruzek
1101 Victoria Curve
Mendota Heights, MN 55118
Phone: 651-452-1850
ryanr@mendota-heights.com
Ship To Zip: 55118
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QuantityQuantityQuantityQuantity Part #Part #Part #Part #DescriptionDescriptionDescriptionDescription Unit PriceUnit PriceUnit PriceUnit Price AmountAmountAmountAmount
1 RDU GameTime - Play Equipment as shown per
plan drawing.
$84,314.55 $84,314.55
(1) 4842 -- Echo Chamber Ass'Y
(1) 4843 -- Flat Mirror Ass'Y
(1) 5055 -- Merry-Go-All
(1) 5056 -- Arch Swing
(1) 5128 -- Expression Swing 3 1/2" X 8'
(1) 6201 -- Tilted Sky Runner (F/S)
(1) 6248 -- Deco Spring Rider Double
(1) 8696 -- Encl Seat 3 1/2"(8696)
(2) 8910 -- Belt Seat 3 1/2"Od(8910)
(1) 12024 -- 3 1/2" Uprt Ass'Y Alum 9'
(4) 12025 -- 3 1/2" Uprt Ass'Y Alum 10'
(4) 12027 -- 3 1/2" Uprt Ass'Y Alum 12'
(2) 12068 -- 3 1/2"Uprt Ass'Y Alum 13'
(2) 12069 -- 3 1/2"Uprt Ass'Y Alum 14'
(2) 12928 -- Deck Flat Cap Pkg-45 1/2"
(1) 18200 -- 36" Sq Punched Deck P/T 1.3125
(6) 18201 -- 36" Tri Punched Deck P/T
(1) 18679 -- Bongos
(1) 18763 -- Nature Discovery Table - 36"
(1) 18826 -- Primetime Swing 3 1/2" X 8'
(1) 18827 -- Primetime Swing Add A Bay 3
1/2" X 8'
(2) 19002 -- Single Gizmo Panel
(1) 19005 -- Transfer System W/Barrier (2'
Rise)
(1) 19036 -- Optional Access Step (4')
(1) 19084 -- Ashiko
(1) 19085 -- Djembe
(1) 19253 -- Scramble Up (3'6" & 4')
(1) 19255 -- Scramble Up (5'6" & 6')
(1) 19286 -- Transfer Platform W/ Guardrail 4'
(1) 19289 -- Two Piece Hex Deck
(1) 19362 -- 3'-6"/4'-0" Zip Swerve Slide Left
Minnesota / Wisconsin Playground
5101 Highway 55, Suite 6000
Golden Valley, Minnesota 55422
Ph. 800-622-5425 | 763-546-7787
Fax 763-546-5050 | dan@mnwiplay.com
QUOTE
#23899
02/27/2019
Hagstrom-King Park D9282L2 Materials
City of Mendota Heights
Attn: Ryan Ruzek
1101 Victoria Curve
Mendota Heights, MN 55118
Phone: 651-452-1850
ryanr@mendota-heights.com
Ship To Zip: 55118
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QuantityQuantityQuantityQuantity Stock IDStock IDStock IDStock ID DescriptionDescriptionDescriptionDescription Unit PriceUnit PriceUnit PriceUnit Price AmountAmountAmountAmount
(1) 19369 -- Gt Jambox
(3) 19386 -- Left Curve Section Wilderslide Ii
(1) 19391 -- Support Wilderslide Ii
(1) 19418 -- Walk-In Double Fun-L Up (Link)
(1) 19424 -- Long Exit ( Use On 7' & 8' Slides)
(1) 206167 -- Double Entrance Section
(1) 19689 -- Pine Climber 8'
(1) 19692 -- Erratic Climber W/Hex Net
5'6"-6'6"
(1) 26058 -- 3 Way X-Pod Step
(1) 26064 -- Dna Climbing Wall Attachment
(4) 26094 -- Triangular Shroud
(1) 26095 -- Hanging Pod Link
(1) 26159 -- 4'-0" Connectscape Climber
(1) 26170 -- Xcelerator
(1) 32076 -- Trinet (Med) W/Pt Connection
(4) G12069 -- 3 1/2"Uprt Ass'Y Galv 14'
(1) M90863 -- Zip Track 53' with a Zero G
Chair
(1) M90863B -- Zip Add A Track
1 23002 GameTime - In-Ground Pkg For 20002 $898.00 $898.00
2 28009 GameTime - 6' P/S Bench W/Back Inground $643.11 $1,286.22
4 161290 GameTime - Geo-Textile 2250 Sqft Roll $659.00 $2,636.00
1 178749 GameTime - Owner's Kit $55.00 $55.00
1 EWF - 12L EWFLGE - 12" compressed depth engineered
wood fiber.
$6,947.65 $6,947.65
1 158244 GameTime - Bubble Panel $660.00 $660.00
1 RDU GameTime - 20002 Replacement hardware $30.34 $30.34
(2) 801010 -- 3/8 X 2-3/4 Hex Hd Bolt
(2) 801014 -- 3/8 X 3-3/4 Hex Hd Bolt
(6) 817334 -- 3/8 Lockwasher
(4) 817401 -- 3/8" Flatwasher 1"O.D.
(8) 156079 -- Molded Bolt Guard
(4) 804556 -- 3/8 T Nut (Spanner)
(4) 817424 -- 3/8 Flat Washer 1 1/4" Od
(2) 811057 -- 3/8"X2 1/2"But Hd Soc Scr
Minnesota / Wisconsin Playground
5101 Highway 55, Suite 6000
Golden Valley, Minnesota 55422
Ph. 800-622-5425 | 763-546-7787
Fax 763-546-5050 | dan@mnwiplay.com
QUOTE
#23899
02/27/2019
Hagstrom-King Park D9282L2 Materials
Page 2 of 4
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QuantityQuantityQuantityQuantity Part #Part #Part #Part #DescriptionDescriptionDescriptionDescription Unit PriceUnit PriceUnit PriceUnit Price AmountAmountAmountAmount
1 SITE Demo and dispose existing equipment,
excavate and dispose existing surfacing and
playcurbs, and install a 6" wide by 12" tall
concrete border.
$28,846.00 $28,846.00
SubTotal:
Total Amount:
$28,846.00
$28,846.00
This quotation is subject to current Minnesota/Wisconsin Playground policies as well as the following terms and conditions. Our quotation is
based on shipment of all items at one time to a single destination, unless noted, and changes are subject to price adjustment. Purchases in excess
of $1,000.00 to be supported by your written purchase order made out to Minnesota/Wisconsin Playground.
Pricing: f.o.b. factory, firm for 30 days from date of quotation. A tax-exempt certificate is needed at time of order entry for all orders whether
from tax-supported goverment agencies or not. Sales tax, if applicable, will be added at time of invoice unless a tax exempt certificate is
provided at time of order entry.
Payment terms: net 30 days for tax supported governmental agencies. A 1.5% per month finance charge will be imposed on all past due accounts.
Equipment shall be invoiced separately from other services and shall be payable in advance of those services and project completion. Retainage
not accepted.
Minnesota / Wisconsin Playground
5101 Highway 55, Suite 6000
Golden Valley, Minnesota 55422
Ph. 800-622-5425 | 763-546-7787
Fax 763-546-5050 | dan@mnwiplay.com
QUOTE
#23877
02/25/2019
Hagstrom-King Park D9282L2 Site Work
City of Mendota Heights
Attn: Ryan Ruzek
1101 Victoria Curve
Mendota Heights, MN 55118
Phone: 651-452-1850
ryanr@mendota-heights.com
Ship To Zip: 55118
Page 1 of 3
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REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION
DATE: June 18, 2019
TO: Mayor, City Council, and City Administrator
FROM: Ryan Ruzek, P.E., Public Works Director
SUBJECT: Hagstrom King Park Portable Toilet Location
COMMENT:
INTRODUCTION
The Council is asked to confirm the location of the portable toilet facility at Hagstrom King
Park.
BACKGROUND
The City has been providing a standard portable toilet facility at Hagstrom King Park, which was
tucked back into a wooden area. American with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires that if the city
provides facilities, certain percentage must be ADA compliant. Since the city only provides one
toilet, it is required to be ADA complaint including the access. All parks were converted to
ADA complaint toilets this year.
DISCUSSION
Due to the access requirement, the toilet facility is currently placed in the parking lot. Staff
received a complaint from a neighboring property regarding this location. Staff walked the park
with the resident but no other suitable locations exist with constructing a paved access which
would be costly. The service company also needs to access the location for maintenance
purposes.
The Parks & Recreation Commission reviewed the location at their meeting on June 11, 2019
and recommended locating the toilet along the path approaching the playground from the parking
lot. A map of the proposed location is attached.
BUDGET IMPACT
The parks budget includes funds for the toilet facility. No change in budget is expected unless
the Council desires an alternate location that would need to be made ADA compliant. The
Commission is also recommending some screening through the addition of a tree or shrubs.
RECOMMENDATION
The Parks & Recreation Commission recommends that Council confirm their recommendation
of the location along the trail from the parking lot to the playground.
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ACTION REQUIRED
If Council agrees with the recommendation from the Parks & Recreation Commission, the
Council should pass a motion confirming the location of the portable toilet facility along the trail
from the parking lot to the playground. This action requires a simple majority vote.
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MENDOTA HEIGHTS RDHAMPSHIRE
DRWINTHROP CTMORSON CIRHagstrom King ParkToilet location
Date: 6/13/2019
City of
Mendota
Heights0100
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Contact "Gopher State One Call" at 651-454-0002 for utility locations, 48 hours prior to any excavation.
Proposed location
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