1998-12-15 Council minutesCITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
DAKOTA COUNTY
STATE OF MINNESOTA
Minutes of the Regular Meeting
Held Tuesday, December 15, 1998
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the regular meeting of the City Council, City of Mendota
Heights, Minnesota was held at 7:30 o'clock p.m. at City Hall, 1101 Victoria Curve, Mendota
Heights, Minnesota.
Mayor Mertensotto called the meeting to order at 7:30 o'clock p.m. The following members were
present: Mayor Mertensotto, Councilmembers Dwyer, Huber, Krebsbach and Smith.
AGENDA ADOPTION Councilmember Smith moved adoption of the revised agenda
for the meeting.
Councilmember Huber seconded the motion.
Ayes: 5
Nays: 0
Ayes: 5
Nays: 0
Ayes: 4
Councilmember Dwyer moved approval of the minutes of
the regular meeting held on December 1, 1998 amended to
reflect on Page 11, last paragraph, add "Councilmember
Krebsbach asked that Mr. Fefercorn be advised of the prior
consensus of the Council regarding the Freeway Road area
that single family, townhomes and limited commercial
would be desirable for this area. In addition, a realtor in the
Mendota Heights area has determined there is a market for
single family homes and townhomes in this area. " Page 12,
Paragraph 2, Sentence 1, change to read, "Councilmember
Smith noted that this process puts the City in a position . .
it
Councilmember Smith seconded the motion.
Councilmember Krebsbach moved approval of the minutes
of the Truth -in- Taxation Meeting held on December 7, 1998
as amended on Page 2, Paragraph 5, change "3%" to
"11%"; on Page 3, Councilmember Huber seconded the
motion.
Councilmember Huber seconded the motion.
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Nays: 0
Abstain: 1 (Mayor)
CONSENT CALENDAR Councilmember Dwyer moved approval of the consent
calendar for the meeting, with the exception of Items "in"
and "n", along with authorization for execution of any
necessary documents contained herein.
a. Acknowledgement of the Treasurer's Report for
November
b. Acknowledgement of the Building Activity Report
for November
C. Acknowledgement of the Fire Department Report for
November
d. Acknowledge the Withdrawal of the Wetlands Permit
Application by Mr. David Durigan
e. Acknowledge Receipt of DARE Program Donation
from Vasatka Goers VFW #6690
f. Approval to Promote Maintenance II Worker to
Maintenance 111 Worker (T. Oster)
9. Approval to Attend Out-of-State Conference (Police
Department)
h. Approval of Sign Permit Request - 2444 Enterprise
Drive
i. Approval of CAO-98-06: S. Petersen Construction -
Modified Site Plan - 1954 Glen Hill Road
Approval to Purchase Six Sets of Turnout Gear with
1999 Budget
k. Adoption of RESOLUTION NO. 98-96 - A
RESOLUTION APPROVING THE
APPLICATION OF THE CITY OF MENDOTA
HEIGHTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 1999 DAKOTA
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COUNTY COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
BLOCK GRANT FUNDING
1. Approval of Glen Toro Second Addition Final Plat
RESOLUTION NO. 98 -97 - A RESOLUTION
APPROVING THE FINAL PLAT FOR GLEN
TORO SECOND ADDITION, and adoption of
RESOLUTION NO. 98 -98 - A RESOLUITION
ACCEPTING PETITION AND ORDERING
PREPARATION OF A FEASIBILITY REPORT
FOR GLEN TORO SECOND ADDITION.
m. THIS ITEM WAS REMOVED FROM THE
CONSENT CALENDAR. Approval of Centre
Pointe Business Park Phase III Tax Increment
Agreement
n. THIS ITEM WAS REMOVED FROM THE
CONSENT CALENDAR. Adoption of
RESOLUTION NO. 98- - A RESOLUTION
AMENDING PAY CLASSIFICATION
SCHEDULE FOR NON ORGANIZED
EMPLOYEES TO REFLECT A THREE
PERCENT ANNUAL ADJUSTMENT FOR 1999
and Adoption of RESOLUTION NO. 98-- - A
RESOLUTION ADOPTING A SCHEDULE OF
COMPENSATION FOR CERTAIN
EMPLOYEES FOR 1999 AND ESTABLISHING
CERTAIN OTHER BENEFITS
o. Approval to Renew Conditional Use Permit and
Front Yard Setback Variance for 2371 Swan Drive
(Case No. 95 -11: McNamara)
P. Approval of the List of Contractors
q. Approval of the List of Claims
Councilmember Smith seconded the motion.
Ayes: 5
Nays: 0
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PUBLIC COIVIMIENTS Cynthia Shanno, Mendota Meadows Development, spoke to
the Council regarding issues with the developer /contractor.
She noted the City is giving the contractor until May 31 to
prepare for a final inspection of the development.
Ms. Shanno noted the slope has failed a number of times and
pointed out the correction of this is addressed in the
engineering reports regarding this project which she
supplied to the Council.
Mr. Danielson explained at this time of year it would be
impossible to judge the condition of the landscaping and it
would be possible to do this in the spring when the trees are
leafed out.
In addition, Attorney Hart explained a developer must be
given a reasonable opportunity to cure the defaults. Given
typical Minnesota weather, it would not be reasonable to
give a 30 day time period for the developer to remedy the
situation.
Mayor Mertensotto suggested directing the developer to
submit proper engineering plans to the City prior to the May
31 deadline which would permit time for Staff to determine
the accuracy of the plans. This will also be an indication of
whether the developer intends to comply.
Ms. Shanno pointed out repair attempts in the past have been
unsuccessful, therefore, she suggested there be some sort of
professional accountability for the corrections which are
implemented.
Councihnember Huber moved directing the Engineering
Department to require the developer to submit plans and
specifications to the City by March 1, 1998 relative to the
remedial action which will be taken in compliance with the
Developer's Agreement at the Mendota Meadows
Development.
Councilmember Smith seconded the motion.
Ayes: 5
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Nays: 0
Tom Koepke, 539 John Street, spoke to the Council about
the recent vandalism suffered by School District 197 at the
Somerset Heights School. Mr. Koepke asked whether the
School District has set up a security system and felt the City
should verify the school has a security system since they do
utilize the City's police and fire departments.
Mayor Mertensotto acknowledged Chief Johnson and the
Mendota Heights Police Department and expressed his
appreciation for their work in bringing this situation to a
very rapid conclusion. He asked this appreciation be relayed
to the members of the department.
In response to Mr. Koepke's question, Mayor Mertensotto
explained it is not incumbent upon the City to determine the
security measures which are taken by the school and noted
this question would be more appropriately directed to the
District 197 School Board.
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SUBSEQUENT TRUTH -IN- Councilmember Huber moved closing the public hearing at
TAXATION HEARING 8:10 p.m.
FINAL 1999 BUDGET Councilmember Smith seconded the motion.
DISCUSSION AND LEVY
RESOLUTION
Ayes: 5
Nays: 0
Ayes: 5
Nays: 0
DISCUSS RESOLUTION
AMENDING PAY
Councilmember Smith moved adopting RESOLUTION NO.
98 -99 - A RESOLUTION APPROVING FINAL 1998
TAX LEVY COLLECTABLE IN 1999 AND ADOPTING
PROPOSED BUDGET FOR 1999.
Councilmember Huber seconded the motion.
Administrator Batchelder explained on December 7, 1998,
the Council held the Truth -in- Taxation public hearing to
CLASSIFICATION
SCHEDULE FOR NON
O R G- A N I Z E D
EMPLOYEES AND
CONSIDERATION OF A
SCHEDULE OF
COMPENSATION FOR
CERTAIN EMPLOYEES
FOR 1999 AND
ESTABLISHING CERTAIN
OTHER BENEFITS
(CONSENT CALENDAR
ITEM NO. "n ")
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consider the 1999 Budget and the tax levy which would have
to be adopted to support the final budget.
At that time, the Council requested a final recommendation
be made regarding a proposed salary increase for the Fire
Chief and Assistant Fire Chief.
Council acknowledged the memo of City Administrator
Kevin Batchelder relative to the final 1999 Budget
discussion and levy resolution, including a recommendation
relative to a compensation schedule for the Fire Chief and
the Assistant Fire Chief.
Administrator Batchelder noted an additional explanation has
been added specifying the administrative salary for the Fire
Chief and Assistant Fire Chief as well as the hourly rate
which applies to fire training and drills.
Councilmember Huber moved adopting RESOLUTION
NO. 98 -100 - A RESOLUTION AMENDING PAY
CLASSIFICATION SCHEDULE FOR NON
ORGANIZED EMPLOYEES TO REFLECT A THREE
PERCENT ANNUAL ADJUSTMENT FOR 1999.
Councilmember Krebsbach seconded the motion.
Ayes: 5
Nays: 0
Councilmember Huber moved adopting RESOLUTION
NO. 98 -101 - A RESOLUTION ADOPTING A
SCHEDULE OF COMPENSATION FOR CERTAIN
EMPLOYEES FOR 1999 AND ESTABLISHING
CERTAIN OTHER BENEFITS.
Councilmember Smith seconded the motion.
Ayes: 5
Nays: 0
APPROVAL OF CENTRE Attorney Hart explained the lender has objected to the City
POINTE BUSINESS PARK having any interest in the insurance proceeds should there be
PHASE III TAX a casualty in the first seven years which is the remaining
7 I N C R E M E N T term of the tax increment district. It is of concern to the
AGREEMENT (CONSENT City the lump sum basis of the tax increment financing is
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CALENDAR ITEM "m ") being invested and if there were a casualty in the early days
of the project and the project were not rebuilt, the City
would be deprived of the benefit of the bargain.
Ayes: 5
Nays: 0
DISCUSS CROSS
COUNTRY SKI TRAILS
AT MENDOTA HEIGHTS
PAR 3 AND DISCUSS
REQUEST FOR
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
Attorney Hart agreed with Counsel for the developer it
would be appropriate for the City to subordinate its interest
in the insurance proceeds to that of a first mortgage holder.
The developer has agreed that in the event there is a
casualty, and in the further event the first lender does not
allow use of the insurance proceeds for restoration, they will
be obligated to either restore the property in any event or, if
they have not done so in a timely manner, to repay the City
the unamortized balance of the tax increment benefits which
the City has given them. The City would then have a first
priority lien on the property to secure that right.
Mayor Mertensotto questioned whether there is a forfeiture
provision relative to the land. Attorney Hart explained the
City would have to foreclose on the lien, however, he felt it
would be unlikely the City would have to utilize this option.
Councilmember Dwyer moved approving Centre Pointe
Business Park Phase III Tax Increment Agreement as
amended.
Councilmember Huber seconded the motion.
Council acknowledged the memo from Bill Bird, Recreation
Programmer, regarding a cross country ski trail at Mendota
Heights Par 3 as well as a request for financial assistance.
Mr. Bird was in attendance to discuss this matter. Members
of the Henry Sibley and Convent of the Visitation Cross
Country Teams were in attendance along with Tom
Gustafson, Ski Coach of the Henry Sibley Team, and Ann
Norton of the Parks and Recreation Commission.
Mr. Bird explained after over a year of working together
with the schools, residents, Parks and Recreation
Commission and the Mendota Heights Par 3 Golf Course, a
cross country ski trail will be opening at the Par 3 golf
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course in December 1998, weather permitting. The ski trail
will be completely contained within the Par 3 golf course
boundaries. Members of the community have requested that
the City make a contribution to this project since it would
enhance the usability of the trails for all Mendota Heights
residents.
It was noted the ski trail will be open free to the public,
seven days per week. Users of the course will include the
general public, local schools, City run program participants
and the Mendota Heights Athletic Association.
Mr. Bird stated at this point, he would like the County to
come in and groom the trail once per week. Commissioner
Norton explained this type of trail has been discussed for a
number of years and she felt the proposal before the Council
to be an excellent start in the right direction.
Commissioner Norton stated the goal is to expand the
recreational opportunities for the residents of Mendota
Heights. She asked the Council to consider a $4,000
contribution which would initially be used to purchase the
snowmobile equipment to allow the school to do the
grooming. Commissioner Norton asked that there be some
flexibility relative to how the funds are used to be able to fill
in any gaps in this first year.
Given the lack of snow this year, Commissioner Norton
pointed out some of the expenses of implementing this plan
will be reduced since the number of weeks of skiing will be
greatly reduced.
Mayor Mertensotto asked whether the Parks and Recreation
Commission has authorized the expenditure of these funds
from the Special Park Fund. Commissioner Norton noted
the Commission did approve the funds coming out of the
Special Park Fund.
Mayor Mertensotto noted these funds have historically been
used for park land acquisition and constructing park
facilities with no other use allowed.
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Mayor Mertensotto inquired as to the purchaser of the
groomer. Mr. Gustafson explained the Sibley Athletic
Department purchased the groomer and would now like to
acquire a snowmobile for purposes of utilizing the groomer.
He anticipates the snowmobile and groomer would be stored
in a small building on the golf course.
Mayor Mertensotto noted the ordinance does not permit the
operation of snowmobiles in the city except in times of
emergency and using a snowmobile on Par 3 would require
special permission of the Council.
Mayor Mertensotto asked who would oversee the program
and be responsible for the scheduling of the trail. Mr.
Gustafson stated he would take this responsibility for the
school, however, with respect to the public use or the
scheduling of meets, this would be handled through the
Parks and Recreation Commission. Mayor Mertensotto
stated he would not have a problem with the School District
running this program.
Mayor Mertensotto suggested the City offer $2,000 for the
purchase of the snowmobile which would be under the
jurisdiction and use of the School District on Par 3. In the
event the program disbanded or the snowmobile is no longer
Zn
used, it would be returned to the City.
With respect to grooming of the trail, Commissioner Norton
explained Dakota County would be performing the grooming
of the trail which would be billed on an hourly basis. It is
anticipated the City would cover this expense. Mr.
Gustafson noted it would take approximately half an hour to
groom the trail.
Councihnember Krebsbach asked whether the trail will be
open to the public. Mr. Gustafson commented the school
would be using the trail for half an hour per day.
Councilmember Smith stated she is very supportive of this
concept, but questioned how the trail would be groomed and
what hours it would be open for use by the public.
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Mr. Gustafson stated it will be necessary to establish a
schedule of events for the trail which indicates when the
school is using the trail and when it is open for public use.
Councilmember Dwyer pointed out there are some
underlying administrative costs which will be involved with
monitoring the scheduling of this area.
Councilmember Huber felt while there may be some initial
scheduling in the fall, the schedule could be determined and
posted in advance. Mr. Gustafson felt weekends would have
the heaviest public use.
Councilmember Krebsbach expressed concern there may be
calls from the public wanting to use the trail and they have
not been groomed for use. Mr. Gustafson stated he would
be able to groom the trail after school.
Councilmember Dwyer raised the issue of liability in the
event someone is injured on the trail which is located on
private property with involvement by the City and the
School District. Mr. Gustafson explained the school
requires a signed waiver.
Councilmember Krebsbach suggested the first season be
conducted the same as the high school season with this
matter being revisited after one season to determine what
kind of use the trail gets. The City's involvement would be
limited to $2,000 for a snowmobile.
Councilmember Huber suggested Mr. Bird and Mr.
Gustafson meet with Mr. Hollister to discuss this matter and
ensure there is an understanding relative to who will be
responsible for the various aspects of this program.
With respect to grooming, Mr. Gustafson stated the trail will
be groomed by Dakota County and the school through the
cross country season. He pointed out this is an ideal place
for families and young children to learn to ski.
Councilmember Krebsbach commented the City would be
responsible for $2,000 in grooming fees to Dakota County
as well as the $2,000 cost of the snowmobile. Mayor
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Mertensotto stated the City's contribution would be $4,000
for the purchase of the snowmobile and grooming expense.
Any excess funds can be used as the school deems
appropriate for this program. He suggested there may be a
senior citizen who would be interested in grooming the trail.
Councilmember Dwyer expressed concern the surrounding
home owners may be opposed to a snowmobile in this area.
Councilmember Krebsbach suggested informing them a
snowmobile will be in the area during specified periods of
time for grooming purposes. Councilmember Dwyer
suggested possibly a public hearing be held.
Councilmember Huber suggested granting conditional
approval for the season and then proceeding from that point
with respect to future seasons with the speed and hours of
operation of the snowmobile to be designated. Mr.
Gustafson noted the grooming would be done between 2:30
and 3:00 p.m.
Councilmember Huber moved, approving a $2,000
contribution to School District for the purchase of a
snowmobile which will be returned to the City if the
program is discontinued or ceases to exist, a $2,000
maximum contribution for grooming, use of the snowmobile
will be limited to the Par 3 golf course to be operated
between the hours of 12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m.
Councilinember Smith seconded the motion.
Councilmember Krebsbach stated the season will run
concurrent with the high school cross country season.
Mayor Mertensotto commented this disbursement will come
from the 1998 General Fund.
Councilmember Dwyer stated he would like any excess
funds to be accounted for. Mayor Mertensotto stated the
excess funds will remain with the School District, however,
the City will want the School District to account for the
expenditure of the funds.
Mayor Mertensotto stated the Council will give the School
District a waiver from the ordinance provision prohibiting
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snowmobiling in the City to allow the use of the snowmobile
on the Par 3 golf course between the hours of 12:00 noon
and 5:00 p.m. for purposes of grooming the trail.
Ayes: 5
Nays: 0
DISCUSSION NDC4 Council acknowledged the memo of City Administrator
FRANCHISE RENEWAL Kevin Batchelder relative to the NDC4 Franchise Renewal
AND JOINT POWERS and Joint Powers Agreement.
AGREEMENT
Jodie Miller, Executive Director, NDC 4, was in
attendance. She pointed out the franchise agreement expires
in 2000 and NDC4 has begun active work on the cable
franchise renewal process with MediaOne.
Over the next six months, NDC4 will complete several
projects with its member cities to study and document the
cable related future needs and requirements of the member
cities as a basis for negotiations and drafting of a
recommended cable franchise agreement for each city to
consider.
NDC4 requests that each city review the Joint Powers
Agreement and consider whether any changes or revisions
are desired to the agreement.
Ms. Miller pointed out that effective June of 1999, the
withdrawal provision of the agreement changes to allow any
member city to withdraw on an annual basis by providing
six months notice to the group.
Some consideration has also been given to reviewing the
issue of voting, noting at the present time, a weighted voting
process is utilized. Various voting models will be reviewed
and considered.
Ms. Miller noted none of the seven cities involved in the
Joint Powers Agreement have indicated they will be
changing their status. Mayor Mertensotto expressed concern
with seven cities involved in the Joint Powers Agreement,
there is no incentive to negotiate with the cities. He stated
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he would not want to enter into a franchise agreement in
which the cities would not have some negotiation powers.
Mayor Mertensotto asked what procedure is utilized to
obtain user input. Ms. Miller explained a public hearing
was held at the last Cable Commission meeting which was
well attended by the public. The public may also call in live
during the Cable Commission meetings and voice their
opinions or concerns. A telephone survey was also
completed with Decision Resources to gain public input.
Announcements will continue to be placed in the newspapers
and on the cable bulletin board channel.
Mayor Mertensotto stated he is not in favor of the Decision
Resources telephone surveys given the preconceived
questions which are formulated. Ms. Miller stated some
open ended questions were utilized as well.
Mayor Mertensotto raised the issue of the converter boxes,
indicating many residents are opposed to the boxes given the
fact televisions can now be purchased cable ready. Ms.
Miller related her belief there will be a continuing need for
the converter boxes.
Councilmember Huber noted there was some discussion at
a previous meeting relative to working on this issue to find
a way to eliminate the need for the boxes. Ms. Miller
pointed out without the use of a converter box, a subscriber
would be unable to purchase pay per view events and could
not change their service via telephone. The converter boxes
also allow the company to monitor, adjust and control the
signal and the channels of an individual subscriber from the
home office without the need for a technician to visit the
property.
Councilmember Huber noted the Council will review the
Joint Powers Agreement and forward any questions,
concerns or comments to Ms. Miller.
CASE NO. 98 -40: Council acknowledged the memo of Administrative Assistant
LLOYD'S BARBEQUE Patrick Hollister relative to the request of Lloyd's Barbeque,
FRONT YARD SETBACK 1455 Mendota Heights Road, for a 38.5 foot front yard
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VARIANCE setback variance for a building addition. Jack Goldbach and
Todd Segal were in attendance on behalf of Lloyd's
Barbeque to address this request.
Mayor Mertensotto inquired how many employees are
present on the property and whether there is sufficient
parking. Mr. Goldbach noted there are approximately 300
employees with sufficient parking on the site.
Mayor Mertensotto questioned whether the existing drainage
will be altered. Mr. Goldbach explained there will be
additional drainage on the site. Mayor Mertensotto noted
the drainage plans will be subject to the approval of the
City's Engineering Department.
Councilmember Krebsbach noted a particular function needs
to be contained in a particular area of the building which
creates somewhat of a hardship since the owner may be
forced to relocate if he cannot expand on this site as a result
of property which was taken by MNDOT for the widening
of Highway 13. Mr. Goldbach noted this separation is
necessary and explained the process which is followed to
ensure the cooked meat does not come into contact with the
uncooked meat. The proposed plan will accommodate this
necessary separation of the process.
Councilmember Krebsbach moved adopting RESOLUTION
NO. 95 -102 - A RESOLUTION APPROVING
BUILDING PERMIT AUTHORIZATION AND A 35.5
FOOT FRONT YARD SETBACK VARIANCE FOR A
BUILDING ADDITION FOR LLOYD'S BARBEQUE
AT 1455 MENDOTA HEIGHTS ROAD subject to the
submission of a drainage plan to the City Engineering
Department for review and approval.
Councilmember Huber seconded the motion.
Ayes: 5
Nays: 0
DISCUSS STREET LIGHT Council acknowledged the memo of Public Works Director
OPTIONS AT VERONICA James Danielson relative to a request by residents for a
LANE AND HUNTER street light at Veronica and Hunter. Councilmember
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LANE Krebsbach requested an opportunity to discuss this matter
with the neighbors who have requested the light prior to
further Council consideration of this matter.
PRE - APPLICATION
CONFERENCE TO
DISCUSS HOFFMAN
HOMES TOWN HOME
DEVELOPMENT AT
RESURRECTION
CEMETERY
Council acknowledged the memo of City Administrator
Kevin Batchelder relative to a pre - application conference on
a townhome development at Resurrection Cemetery by
Hoffman Homes. Peter Coyle, Attorney, Larkin Hoffman
Law Firm, was in attendance along with Pat Hoffman,
Hoffman Townhome Development.
Hoffman Homes presented the City with a plan to develop
44 townhomes on a 44 -acre site in the Augusta Shores area.
These upscale townhomes would be served by a loop road
cul -de -sac with access to TH 13. While this proposed
development would not require a rezoning from the current
R -1 zoning designation, it will be necessary to amend the
Comprehensive Plan to accommodate this development. The
existing Comprehensive Plan designation is cemetery.
Mr. Coyle stated the Metropolitan Council has begun to
work with the developer to address a pragmatic approach to
this property. The primary issue for the developer is to try
to mitigate noise which he hopes to manage through careful
architecture and sound - proofmg. The Metropolitan Council
has engaged a noise consultant to evaluate structural issues
which the developer believes will lead the Metropolitan
Council to modifying their building standards which are
applied to buildings such as the one being proposed.
Mayor Mertensotto requested Mr. Coyle document the
arguments he has made to Metropolitan Council to be
included in the City's records.
Mr. Hoffman described his plans for the site. He noted the
product has been upgraded and will range in price from
$250,000 to in excess of $300,000. Mr. Hoffman noted
while the first plan anticipated 66 units, the current plan
provides for 44 units.
Councilmember Krebsbach stated there is an indication
residents are looking for high quality townhomes and the
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City has been losing residents to areas such as Eagan and
other areas. She felt this would be a good product for the
City.
Councilmember Smith felt this to be a good product. She
noted her belief the traffic patterns and will be very effective
with respect to sound attenuation.
Councilmember Dwyer noted the difficultly comes in
convincing the Metropolitan Council this area should be
redirected to residential rather than cemetery.
Mayor Mertensotto pointed out lowering the number of units
has addressed the sensitivity which was previously expressed
by the Council. He stated if the proposed plan is not
changed, it would be favorable to the Council.
Councilmember Krebsbach commented since the airport will
not be moving, it will be in the City's best interests to have
quality homes in this noise zone area. These homes will
also reinforce the existing neighborhood so that property
values in those areas will not be lost.
COUNCIL COMMENTS Councilmember Huber expressed appreciation to
Councilmember Smith for her eight years of service on the
Council and wished her well.
Councilmember Krebsbach noted her agreement with
Councilmember Huber's comments and expressed best
wishes to Councilmember Smith as well.
Mayor Mertensotto stated he will miss Councilmember
Smith's expertise with respect to the MASAC Committee as
well as her diligent work on the Council.
Councilmember Dwyer noted the City has been well served
by Councilmember Smith and wished her well.
Councilmember Smith reflected on her eight years of service
on the Council and expressed her appreciation to both the
Council and City Staff for their support.
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Administrator Batchelder wished Councilmember Smith well
on behalf of City Staff. He noted she will be recognized
along with former Councilmember Koch at the first meeting
in January for their service to the City of Mendota Heights.
ADJOURN There being no further business to come before the Council,
Councilmember Huber moved to adjourn the meeting.
Councilmember Smith seconded the motion.
Ayes: 5
Nays: 0
ATTEST:
� 2 5, 1,41
Charles E. Mertensotto
Mayor
TIME OF ADJOURNMENT: 10:16 p.m.
K thleen M. Swanson
City Clerk
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