2010-09-07 City Council minutesSeptember 7, 2010
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CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
DAKOTA COUNTY
STATE OF MINNESOTA
Minutes of the Regular Meeting
Tuesday, September 7, 2010
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the regular meeting of the City Council, City of Mendota
Heights, Minnesota was held at 7:00 p.m. at City Hall, 1101 Victoria Curve, Mendota
Heights, Minnesota.
CALL TO ORDER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
AGENDA ADOPTION
Ayes: 5
Nays: 0
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Ayes: 4
Nays: 0
Abstain: 1 (Schneeman)
CONSENT CALENDAR
Mayor Huber called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. The
following members were present: Councilmembers Duggan,
Krebsbach, Schneeman and Vitelli.
Council, the audience and staff recited the Pledge of
Allegiance.
Councilmember Duggan moved adoption of the agenda as
presented.
Councilmember Krebsbach seconded the motion.
Councilmember Duggan moved approval of the minutes of
the regular meeting held on August 17, 2010 as corrected.
Councilmember Vitelli seconded the motion.
Councilmember Duggan moved approval of the consent
calendar as presented, pulling items 6i, 6j, and 6k for further
discussion, and authorization for execution of any necessary
documents contained therein.
a. Acknowledgement of the NDC4 Meeting Agenda
b. Acknowledgement of the July 2010 Building Activity
Report
c. Acknowledgement of the July 2010 Treasurer's Report
d. Authorize Insurance Agent of Record Quotes
e. Approval of September 2010 Airport Relations
Commission Meeting Date /Location Change
f. Approval of Rescheduling of November 2, 2010 City
Council Meeting
Approval of Seasonal Rink Attendant and Rink Flooder
Job Posting and Seasonal Rink Flooder Job Description
h. Approval of Sign Permit for Orbit Systems (1333
Northland Drive)
g.
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i. Approval of Sign Permit for Mendoberri (730 Main
Street)
j. Approval of Building Permit for Restaurant Technologies
(2250 Pilot Knob Road)
k. Approval of Third Amendment to the Mendota Plaza
Development Agreement
1. Adoption of Resolution No. 10 -66: "RESOLUTION
ELECTING TO CONTINUE PARTICIPATING IN THE
LOCAL HOUSING INCENTIVES ACCOUNT
PROGRAM UNDER THE METROPOLITAN LIVABLE
COMMUNITIES ACT"
m. Adoption of Resolution No. 10 -67: "RESOLUTION
FORMALLY ACKNOWLEDGING THE RECEIPT OF
THE GIFT FROM WILLIAM AND MARLENE
FERGUSON TO THE CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS"
n. Adoption of Resolution No. 10 -68: "RESOLUTION
FORMALLY ACKNOWLEDGING THE RECEIPT OF
THE GIFT FROM THE FAMILY OF ROBERT
JOHNSON TO THE CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS"
o. Adoption of Resolution No. 10 -69: "RESOLUTION
AUTHORIZING MENDOTA HEIGHTS TO ENTER
INTO A GRANT AGREEMENT WITH THE DAKOTA
COUNTY TRAFFIC SAFETY GROUP"
p. Adoption of Resolution No. 10 -70: "RESOLUTION
APPROVING FINAL PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS
AND AUTHORIZING ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS
FOR 2010 SANITARY SEWER REHABILITATION
PROJECT"
q. Approval of Contractors List, dated September 1, 2010
r. Approval of the List of Claims, dated September 7, 2010,
totaling $556,613.56
With regard to Item 6b, Councilmember Duggan noted that
year -to -date, building activity is 30% higher than in 2009.
Councilmember Schneeman seconded the motion.
Councilmember Krebsbach asked to comment on item 6i and
requested an explanation of the sign request and name of the
restaurant.
Robert Ulrich, applicant, stated they are slated to finish the
project at the end of September. He presented a picture of the
proposed sign, which had been approved by the building
owner. Mr. Ulrich explained that Mendoberri means Mendo
for Mendota Heights, and berri implying fresh food and wine.
The menu is American with European and eastern influences
Ayes: 5
Nays: 0
RESTAURANT TECHNOLOGIES
BUILDING PERMIT
Ayes: 5
Nays: 0
MENDOTA PLAZA DEVELOPMENT
AGREEMENT THIRD AMENDMENT
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including a children's menu and served in a deli environment.
They will use local farmers and growers to provide seasonal
produce and the restaurant has seating for dining or the food
can be packaged to go. The council welcomed Mr. Ulrich to
the community and wished him success.
Councilmember Duggan moved approval of the Mendoberri
sign, 730 Main Street, #105, and grant staff the authority to
issue the requested sign permit.
Councilmember Vitelli seconded the motion.
Councilmember Duggan asked to comment on item 6j. He
referenced code standards and requested staff be alert to this
business as it moves forward to assure there are no concerns
with generation of odors.
Councilmember Duggan moved approval of the building
permit for Restaurant Technologies, 2250 Pilot Knob Road,
and grant staff the authority to issue the requested building
permit.
Councilmember Vitelli seconded the motion.
Councilmember Krebsbach asked to comment on item 6k,
noting the current agreement indicates nothing is to be opened
24 hours a day. She expressed concern whether that will
remain the case with this amendment, noting that Walgreen's
is not open 24 hours a day, and requested a legal opinion.
City Attorney Diehm stated it is correct that the current PUD
agreement restricts all retail businesses, except for restaurants
where liquor is served, and this amendment would create
another exception.
City Administrator McKnight noted this business is for
members only.
Mayor Huber agreed that requests had been made for an
exception where the council felt it made sense due to a unique
situation. However, approving an exception may make it
more difficult to deny the next requested exception.
Councilmember Schneeman expressed concern that the city
may be open to a legal challenge if a future exception is
denied. Ms. Diehm advised that the city cannot protect itself
completely from a legal challenge. She recalled the
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Walgreen's request was not denied but restrictions were
imposed through a process of negotiation.
Councilmember Krebsbach stated concern with considering an
exception that weakens the city's position and stated support
to deny the proposed amendment.
Councilmember Vitelli stated this business is currently located
in The Village and asked what are the hours? Mr. McKnight
stated it is open 24 hours a day. Councilmember Vitelli asked
why 24 hours a day is appropriate in its current location but
not at Mendota Plaza?
Councilmember Krebsbach noted that when Anytime Fitness
carne into The Village, it was not considered by the council.
Assistant to the City Administrator Sedlacek explained the
Mendota Heights code does not place restrictions on hours of
operation on any industrial or commercial property. Such
restrictions have come under a conditional use permit (CUP)
or planned unit development (PUD) and are part of the
development agreement. He stated it is difficult to compare
the hours of operation as a policy discussion when the
consideration is an application for a specific request.
Mayor Huber asked whether a business could be open 24/7 if it
had no variances, PUD, or CUP? Mr. Sedlacek said that
business could be open 24/7. He explained that no other
property in Mendota Heights has the 24 hours a day restriction
except for Mendota Plaza. Mayor Huber clarified that a staff
approval is not required to permit a 24 hour business, it is
allowed by code. Mr. Sedlacek agreed that staff would
enforce the code.
Councilmember Vitelli stated he finds it hard to explain to a
business that it cannot continue a 24 hour operation when it is
already doing so across the street. In addition, this is a club
that requires a membership access to get into the
establishment and is not open to the public.
Councilmember Duggan stated he was also concerned about
the impact of allowing a 24 hour business at one end of the
Plaza when Walgreen's is not to be opened 24 hours a day.
He stated support for allowing this business since it is already
in operation within Mendota Heights and suggested
consideration be tabled so a legal analysis can be conducted
prior to the council taking action.
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Ms. Diehm advised that the development agreement is with
Paster Enterprises and is not a contractual agreement with
Walgreen's. She read Section 4.9 of the development
agreement that addressed restriction of hours for a retail
establishment and the proposed language that would add a
second exception for a fitness club.
Councilmember Krebsbach stated there was significant
testimony and negotiation with Paster Enterprises about
Walgreen's agreeing to the restriction and she supported
obtaining a legal opinion prior to council action.
Councilmember Krebsbach indicated she is concerned the first
negotiation with Walgreen's will become null and void if
another business is allowed to be opened 24 hours a day.
Councilmember Duggan asked whether all retail
establishments as indicated in the development agreement
properly defines Anytime Fitness? Mr. Sedlacek answered in
the affirmative.
Councilmember Duggan moved to table consideration of the
third amendment to the Mendota Plaza development
agreement to allow time for legal analysis whether Anytime
Fitness can be allowed to be opened 24 hours a day as a
membership club while still restricting Walgreen's from being
open 24 hours a day and the impact on the request for future
exceptions.
Councilmember Schneeman seconded the motion.
Councilmember Krebsbach stated she would like advice from
the city's legal staff. Mayor Huber stated he would also like
additional comment from Ms. Diehm.
Councilmember Vitelli stated he is prepared to take action on
the amendment tonight.
Councilmember Schneeman stated she would like additional
input on the path the city would be going down if this
amendment is approved.
Councilmember Duggan asked when Anytime Fitness
anticipates opening? Ken Henk, Paster Enterprises, advised
that they have received a building permit and the space is
under construction. The applicant is out of the country tonight
but plans to open on September 24, 2010. Mr. Henk noted
this business has been in Mendota Heights for four years and
Ayes: 5
Nays: 0
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no concerns have been raised about it being open 24/7 at its
current location. He stated he understands the council's
concern that precedence would be established but this is a
private membership club and not open to the public as other
retail establishments.
Councilmember Duggan requested the city consider
supporting an award for Mendota Plaza's outstanding
conversion of its old building to a new building that makes the
downtown area more appealing and energetic. The council
concurred.
Mr. Henk advised that the Minnesota Shopping Center
Association has presented awards for The Village. The
existing building remodel has been submitted for a Star
Award as well as the city's overall development process.
PUBLIC COMMENTS There were none.
2010 GO IMPROVEMENT BONDS
Finance Director Schabacker reviewed that at the August 17,
2010, meeting, the council authorized the public sale of
$1,055,000 general obligation bonds to finance the 2010 street
reconstruction project.
Stacie Kvilvang, Ehlers & Associates, explained the bonds are
being sold for a 19 -year period. The rehabilitation portion
will be paid through special assessments through a 10 -year
term, the reconstruction portion through a 19 -year term, and
the remainder through a special tax levy. Ms. Kvilvang
advised that Moody's had reviewed and affirmed the city's
AA1 bond rating. The bond sale was held this morning, three
bids were received, and the lowest responsible bidder was
United Bankers Bank of Bloomington, Minnesota, with an
excellent rate at about 3 %. If awarded, the closing will be on
or about September 29, 2010, when the city will receive the
proceeds. Ms. Kvilvang advised that the rates dipped last
week, which is evident with these bids. She explained that
Ehlers reviews the opportunity for refunding bonds on a
quarterly basis and if there is an opportunity for a significant
savings, Ehlers will come before the council with a
recommendation for refunding.
Councilmember Duggan referenced page 65, sale of bonds,
noting only 18 years are accounted for and asked about the
19th year? Ms. Kvilvang explained the first year of capitalized
interest may not be shown and indicated she will look at this
further. Councilmember Duggan commented on the cost to
Ayes: 5
Nays: 0
TRUNK HIGHWAY 55 AND
MENDOTA HEIGHTS ROAD
IMPROVEMENT PROJECT
Ayes: 5
Nays: 0
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issue the bonds and asked about the cost for the registrar? Ms.
Kvilvang explained the difference between the $1.055 million
and $1.041 million is the underwriter's discount. The registrar
is the paying agent, Bond Trust Services, who handles the
paperwork and sends payments to Depository Trust Company
on behalf of the city.
Councilmember Vitelli moved adoption of Resolution No. 10-
71, "RESOLUTION AWARDING THE SALE OF
$1,055,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION IMPROVEMENT
BONDS, SERIES 2010A FIXING THEIR FORM AND
SPECIFICATIONS; DIRECTING THEIR EXECUTION
AND DELIVERY; AND PROVIDING FOR THEIR
PAYMENT."
Councilmember Schneeman seconded the motion.
Public Works Director /City Engineer Mazzitello presented
the draft resolution before the council to award the bid for
the Highway 55 and Mendota Heights Road improvement
project contract. He reviewed that construction plans were
completed, advertised, and five bids were received and opened
on August 23, 2010. Mr. Mazzitello advised the low bid was
received from Bituminous Roadways, Inc. in the amount of
$726,557.70. The engineer's estimate was $820,000. Mr.
Mazzitello stated the engineering consultant verified the
accuracy of the bid information and that analysis was also
verified by staff. He recommended modification to the
consultant contract to provide construction services including
field staking, resident inspection, and administration services
for this contract in the sum of $41,245. It was noted that these
services and documentation are necessary since the city
received $549,281 of MnDOT construction funds. Mr.
Mazzitello recommended the council adopt the draft
resolution awarding the bid and revise the contract.
Councilmember Schneeman noted that Bituminous Roadways,
Inc. is a local company.
Councilmember Vitelli moved adoption of Resolution No. 10-
72, "RESOLUTION ACCEPTING BIDS AND AWARDING
CONTRACT FOR TRUNK HIGHWAY 55 AND
MENDOTA HEIGHTS ROAD INTERSECTION
IMPROVEMENT PROJECT (S.A.P. 140 -103- 017)."
Councilmember Duggan seconded the motion.
CONSTRUCTION OVERSIGHT
CONTRACT
Ayes: 5
Nays: 0
DISCUSSION OF COST FOR
JULY 4TH FIREWORKS
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Councilmember Vitelli moved to authorize staff to enter
into an agreement with Bonestroo for construction oversight
of the Trunk Highway 55 and Mendota Heights Road
intersection improvement project in an amount not to exceed
$41,245.
Councilmember Duggan seconded the motion.
Mr. McKnight reviewed the council's discussion at the
August 17, 2010, work session regarding the cost of the
annual July 4th fireworks display that is sponsored by
Mendakota Country Club and the city. He referenced the
summary provided by Mendakota Country Club on the cost
for the fireworks, donations received, city contributions, and
percentages paid towards the annual fireworks show.
Councilmembers Krebsbach and Schneeman recused
themselves from this discussion.
Tim Milner, representing Mendakota Country Club, stated he
has held discussion with staff and Mayor Huber so everyone
should be comfortable with the background information
provided. He noted the club has additional costs with the
cleanup as does the city with traffic control and other
activities. Mr. Milner explained that some local businesses
and club members who have historically supported the cost of
the fireworks are no longer in a position to do so. This year
41 club member families and guests attend the 4th of July
celebration out of 300 golf members and 350 social members.
Mr. Milner reviewed what was expended for a relatively low
number of club members. He stated they hope that in several
years, there will be better economic times, at which point
there may not be the need for additional city contributions.
Mayor Huber asked if 41 members is lower participation than
past celebrations? Mr. Milner clarified it was 41 families,
which is lower than in past years.
Councilmember Duggan stated his support for the request, to
a degree. He noted that at a recent meeting he had mentioned
he would be comfortable with a higher contribution than the
current amount. Councilmember Duggan noted the 4"' of July
celebration provides good will for the community and many
enjoy the fireworks show. He stated he is comfortable with
the city covering one -third of the cost if the total cost is
$12,000 or less.
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Councilmember Vitelli stated he opposed increasing the city's
exposure. He noted that Mr. Milner has mentioned that the
club members are having difficulty during this economic
downturn and he believed it was not a good decision to
increase the exposure of the city's residents who are also
having economic difficulties. He believed it would be a better
approach to cut the cost by $2,000 to $3,000.
Councilmember Duggan stated the 4th of July celebration is an
integral part of the community and noted the city is not being
asked to pay for all or one -half of the costs. He agreed that
costs could be cut by reducing several minutes of fireworks
but he felt $1,000 could be found. Councilmember Duggan
reviewed the areas within Mendota Heights where the
fireworks can be viewed.
Councilmember Duggan moved to support a cost increase to
pay one -third of the fireworks cost, not to exceed $4,000 for
the city's contribution.
Mayor Huber seconded the motion.
Mayor Huber stated increasing the contribution recognizes
this is a community -wide celebration. He acknowledged
Councilmember Vitelli's suggestion to reduce costs, noting
there is incentive to Mendakota Country Club to reduce the
overall cost since they are paying two- thirds of the cost.
Councilmember Vitelli offered a friendly amendment to ask
Mendakota Country Club to reduce the total cost of the 4th of
July fireworks show by $2,000.
Councilmember Duggan declined the friendly amendment.
Mr. Milner stated in 2005 -2008 the club negotiated a cost of
$11,000 and in the last two years the cost was maintained at
$11,783. He assured the council that the club is conscious of
the costs and has continued to negotiate with the fireworks
supplier to assure an A+ display without being frivolous with
costs.
Councilmember Vitelli asked what would change with a
$9,000 limit? Mr. Milner indicated it would raise a question
whether the fireworks supplier would accept the bid and do
the show and whether Mendakota Country Club would want
to be associated with a show that is significantly different than
displayed in the past. He noted Mendakota Country Club may
Ayes: 2 (Duggan and Huber)
Nays: 1 (Vitelli)
Abstain: 2 (Krebsbach and Schneernan)
PRELIMINARY 2011 LEVY
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decide that based on their brand they would prefer no show
rather than a diminished show.
Mayor Huber noted the friendly amendment has been
declined and called for a vote on the original motion.
Mr. Milner thanked the council for its support and advised
Mendakota Country Club will be before the council in the
spring of 2011 to present upgraded landscaping for the corner
of Dodd Road and Highway 110. He stated they will also
present plans for a new sign, which may be a challenge in this
residentially zoned area.
Mayor Huber stated the city has enjoyed a good working
relationship with Mendakota Country Club over a lot of years.
He noted that many residents and several councilmembers are
members and Mendakota Country Club adds to the
community.
Ms. Schabacker stated the preliminary levy and proposed
2011 budget is before the Council. She said a budget work
session was held on August 17, 2010, and the changes
discussed were made to the levy and proposed budget. She
noted the total general fund budget for 2011 is $6,309,016,
which is 2.6% greater than the 2010 budget. The total city
budget for 2011 is $10,456,049, which is 0.02% lower than
the 2010 budget. The levy for 2011 is $54,000 less than 2010
due, in large part, to the payoff of some park bonds. Last
year, the net certified levy was $6,255,533 and in 2011 the
preliminary net certified levy is $6,201,620. The proposed
levy for 2011 reflects a 0.86% decrease over the final levy for
2010. Ms. Schabacker advised that the city's net tax capacity
decreased by 6.62% and the tax rate increased by 5.84 %,
resulting in flat amounts for the city's portion of the property
taxes from 2010 to 2011. Residential home values decreased
about 6% from 2010. She explained the preliminary levy will
be certified to Dakota County before September 15 and
Dakota County will send out parcel specific tax statements to
residents in November that show the change in taxes based on
the preliminary levy adopted. The final budget and levy will
be considered by the council on December 7, 2010, when
public input will be taken. Ms. Schabacker presented the three
resolutions under consideration at tonight's meeting.
Ayes: 5
Nays: 0
SCHEDULE ELECTION CANVASSING
BOARD MEETING
Ayes: 5
Nays: 0
PROPERTY MAINTENANCE
IN COMMERCIAL ZONES
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Councilmember Vitelli moved adoption of Resolution No. 10-
73, "RESOLUTION ADOPTING 2011 PROPOSED
BUDGET" and Resolution No. 10 -74, "RESOLUTION
APPROVING PROPOSED 2010 LEVY COLLECTIBLE IN
2011" and Resolution No. 10 -75, "RESOLUTION
APPROVING FINAL 2010 TAX LEVY FOR SPECIAL
TAXING DISTRICT NO. 1 COLLECTIBLE FOR 2011."
Councilmember Schneeman seconded the motion.
Councilmember Krebsbach stated it was wonderful that the
city was able to reduce the actual dollar amount of the levy.
She commented that a reduction of only 6% in home values in
Dakota County is considered to be doing well in this
economy.
Mr. McKnight said Councilmember Duggan had asked how
much the tax levy would need to be reduced to keep the same
tax rate as 2010? He advised the amount is just over
$308,000 due to the loss of net tax capacity in the city.
Mr. McKnight advised an amendment to the election laws
this spring has changed the period during which city election
results must be canvassed. The city is now required by state
statute to canvass the returns of the city election between the
third and tenth day after an election rather than canvassing the
results within two days after the election. The council
discussed available dates to conduct the election canvassing
board meeting.
Councilmember Duggan moved to schedule the election
canvassing board meeting on November 5, 2010, at 4:30 p.m.
Councilmember Schneeman seconded the motion.
Mr. Sedlacek stated the council discussed whether to have
a property maintenance code for business and industrial
properties. The city currently has a property maintenance
code for residential properties which carne about because there
was a need for proactive action across the community as its
housing stock aged. It was noted the property maintenance
code was enforced on a complaint basis.
Ms. Sedlacek explained that the city does not have a code
addressing business and industrial properties but, on occasion,
receives a complaint that staff works on with the property
owners. He advised there has not been an instance when that
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process has not worked for Mendota Heights. However, other
communities have taken a different approach and adopted an
international property maintenance code that was created by a
nonprofit organization and applies to industrial and
commercial properties. Mr. Sedlacek stated another common
approach is to identify the issues and create a property
maintenance code based on common complaints received. He
advised that staff is comfortable with the status quo because it
is not aware of ongoing maintenance issues with industrial or
commercial properties. He requested council direction
whether it supported further code regulations.
Councilmember Duggan stated support for staff's
recommendation to take no action at this time.
Councilmember Krebsbach stated support for additional
regulations to prohibit using plywood on windows, completion
of all four sides of commercial and industrial buildings,
property maintenance, and landscaping. She stated the city
needs leverage to resolve complaints received on commercial
and industrial properties and to protect the investment made
by other properties.
Councilmember Krebsbach stated she had received a
complaint in June about the use of plywood on the Mendota
Heights Motel windows. Mr. McKnight stated he and the
police chief are working with the owner of the motel.
Councilmember Duggan referenced the Title 12 performance
standard codes that apply to all districts and would address
such as complaint.
Councilmember Vitelli stated support for staffs
recommendation.
Councilmember Schneeman concurred and noted that issues
are addressed on a complaint basis. She agreed with
Councilmember Krebsbach that no windows should be
boarded up, even in residential property.
Councilmember Krebsbach stated if there is nothing in the
code, it is up to staff to negotiate a resolution. However, if the
city has a maintenance code the property owner can be issued
a citation. She pointed out that negotiations, when occurring
several times, do not build friendships and a violation cannot
be cited unless it is restricted in a code.
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Councilmember Schneeman stated support for staff's
recommendation and if there are more unresolved violations in
six months, she may support looking at additional regulations.
Mayor Huber stated he is inclined to support staff's
recommendation at this time. He agreed the necessary code
tools are needed to cite a property violation but it is another
action to compel compliance and the city needs the ability to
hold discussion with the property owner to work through the
issue.
Councilmember Krebsbach noted the city does not currently
have a code to cite a violation in commercial and industrial
districts. Mr. McKnight stated it comes down to the issue of
what is the definition of unsightly.
Councilmember Duggan suggested the term unsightly be
interpreted that property needs to be kept in a workmanship
like fashion.
Mayor Huber stated he views this as something the city may
want to consider but it would be a big policy change. He
noted the council took a lengthy period of time to consider the
residential property maintenance agreement and determined to
enforce it on a complaint basis. He questioned the Likelihood
of a commercial or industrial business registering a complaint
because they do not want a complaint issued against their own
property.
Councilmember Vitelli agreed and noted that even though the
property maintenance code is on the books, it still involves
negotiation due to interpretation. He did not think that having
a commercial /industrial maintenance code would eliminate
negotiation by staff with the property owner. Councilmember
Vitelli stated he has seen several commercial /industrial
properties that are unsightly but neighbors are not
complaining. He supported making no change until a case
comes up that cannot be resolved.
Councilmember Krebsbach noted that this type of code will
take some time to create. She thanked staff for providing this
information and encouraged them to keep an eye on it.
COUNCIL COMMENTS Councilmember Duggan wished all a successful school year.
Mayor Huber announced that he will not be in attendance at
the October 19, 2010 meeting. He asked when is the firemens
ADJOURN TO CLOSED SESSION
AYES: 5
NAYS: 0
ATTEST:
ancy B. : r, Acting City Clerk
Prepared by Carla Wirth, Recording Secretary
September 7, 2010
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dance? Mr. Sedlacek stated the annual firemens dance is on
Saturday, November 13, 2010, at the Royal Cliff.
Councihnember Vitelli stated he had called Howard Paster to
extend his congratulations and last Wednesday he attended
their construction meeting and complimented the whole
construction team on the great job being done at the Mendota
Plaza.
Councihnember Schneeman said she had been concerned
about the back side of the building but found that it looks
wonderful.
Councilmember Krebsbach wished Happy New Year to the
city's Jewish residents. She requested the indulgence of the
council to hear comments from Liz Petschel regarding former
Airport Relations Commissioner John Roszak.
Liz Petschel, Airports Relations Commission (ARC) Chair,
stated her appreciation for the opportunity to speak. She
commented that John Roszak, who had served on the ARC
almost from its inception and was very knowledgeable, is
currently having health challenges. She stated Mr. Roszak is
much beloved and asked everyone to keep him in their
thoughts and prayers. The council thanked Ms. Petschel for
her comments.
Mr. McKnight announced the brush drop -off for the bonfire is
scheduled from October 25, 2010 to October 29, 2010.
Mayor Huber adjourned the meeting to closed session to
consider teamsters labor negotiations at 8:21 p.m. Present at
the closed session were all five city council members, the city
administrator, and the city engineer. The closed session
adjourned at 8:40 p.m.