1994-11-15 Council minutesPage No. 4213
November 15, 1994
CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
DAKOTA COUNTY
STATE OF MINNESOTA
Minutes of the Regular Meeting
Held Tuesday, November 15, 1994
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the regular meeting of the City Council, City of Mendota
Heights, 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 Koch and Smith. Councilmembers Huber and Krebsbach
had notified Council that they would be out of town.
AGENDA ADOPTION Councilmember Smith moved adoption of the revised agenda for the
meeting.
Councilmember Koch seconded the motion.
Ayes: 3
Nays: 0
CONSENT CALENDAR Councilmember Koch moved approval of the consent calendar for
the meeting, revised to table item 4g, park rules and rental fees, to
the December 6, 1994 meeting, along with authorization for
execution of any necessary documents contained therein.
a. Approval of the minutes of the Joint Council/Planning
Commission workshop held on October 24, 1994.
b. Acknowledgment of the unofficial minutes of the October 5,
1994 NDC-4 meeting.
c. Acknowledgment of the Treasurer's monthly report for
October.
d. Approval of a request from police officer Mario Reyes for a
parental leave of absence from November 9, 1994 through
November 29, 1994.
e. Adoption of Resolution No. 94-77, "RESOLUTION
ACCEPTING WORK AND APPROVING FINAL
PAYMENT NEW CITY HALL."
f. Adoption of Resolution No. 94-78, "RESOLUTION
ACCEPTING WORK AND APPROVING FINAL
PAYMENT COMPLETED ARCHITECTURAL
SERVICES."
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g. Acknowledgment of a memo from Treasurer Shaughnessy
regarding insurance coverage for 1995 and a premium
summary including a quote for excess liability coverage. No
consideration was given to excess coverage.
h. Acknowledgment of a report from Assistant Batchelder
regarding the school districts 1994 "Summer Under the Sun"
program.
j. Approval of the list of contractor licenses dated November 15,
1994 and attached hereto.
k. Approval of the list of claims dated November 15, 1994 and
totaling $311,068.67.
Councilmember Smith seconded the motion.
Ayes: 3
Nays: 0
BOND SALE Treasurer Shaughnessy reviewed the bids received for the sale of
$290,000 Equipment Certificates and $1,300,000 General
Obligation Revenue Bonds.
Councilmember Smith moved to accept the bids on both issues and
adopt Resolution No. 94-79, "A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING
BIDS ON THE SALE OF $1,300,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION
REVENUE BONDS OF 1994 AND PROVIDING FOR THEIR
ISSUANCE," awarding the sale to Cronin and Company for its low
(bid) effective rate of 6.25%.
Councilmember Koch seconded the motion.
Ayes: 3
Nays: 0 Councilmember Smith moved adoption of Resolution No. 94-80, "A
RESOLUTION ACCEPTING BID ON SALE OF $290,000
GENERAL OBLIGATION EQUIPMENT CERTIFICATES OF
1994 AND PROVIDING FOR THEIR ISSUANCE AND
LEVYING A TAX FOR THE PAYMENT THEREOF," awarding
the sale to Norwest Investment Services et al for its low (bid)
effective rate of 5.44%.
Councilmember Koch seconded the motion.
Ayes: 3
Nays: 0
GENERAL PUMP Council acknowledged a memo from Administrative Assistant
Batchelder regarding a request from General Pump for a shared
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driveway, along with letters from Joseph D. Zwak, legal counsel for
General Pump, and Del Erickson, architect, and a proposed easement
agreement. Mr. Erickson and Mr. Zwak were present for the
discussion.
Mr. Erickson reviewed the General Pump site plan for Council and
the audience.
Mayor Mertensotto stated that at the last meeting Council had
expressed concern that the city allow the maximum development
area on Lot 4 and at the same time General Pump was to proceed to
put as much of the driveway easement as possible on Lot 3 without
negatively affecting the grade into the parking lot and terminal. He
stated that the revised site plan shows the exit for both lots so that
there is only one curb cut starting on the centerline and tapering
back.
Mr. Erickson responded that the driveway is not within any of the
developable area of either lot and that he proposes to move the
driveway so that the easement would not be more than ten feet onto
Lot 4 and shift the driveway so that it is only a driveway for a
distance of seven feet. He explained that the plan, which has a drive
location difference of about five feet from the first plan, gives Lot 4
the potential of developing directly off the drive and still preserves
adequate space for grade changes for Lot 3.
Mayor Mertensotto stated that the easement document reflects a
condition of approval that there will be no variances requested or
granted for Lot 4 from the setback on T.H. 55 and that the future
owners be put on notice that no hardship existed except for any
hardship created by the request for shared driveway.
Councilmember Smith asked if there should be a variance granted
for the shared driveway for Lot 4 as well as Lot 3.
Mr. Zwak stated that all discussions before the Planning
Commission included the drive being on Lot 4 also even though no
action was taken on a variance for Lot 4.
Councilmember Smith responded that the understanding of the
Planning Commission was that the lot line was at the south edge of
the driveway rather than straddled.
Mr. Zwak stated that there was confusion at the last meeting and that
he felt that the commission understood that the easement would
straddle the lot line of Lot 4 as well.
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Mayor Mertensotto stated that procedurally, when the grading
permit was issued it was stated there would not be any changed
needed and it was discussed that it would be perhaps better to share
the driveway to improve the grade situation to the parking area. He
further stated that he believes Council asked Mr. Zwak to use his
best effort to put the drive on Lot 3. He cautioned Mr. Zwak to take
the gas line and all other easements into account because of their
impact on development of the lots. He stated that the applicant will
need driveway setback variances for both lots and will also need a
10 foot sideyard setback for the parking area to improve the truck
turn around area and a sign setback variance.
Councilmember Smith stated that Council had approved a variance
for the rear lot line before and it is not clear that this encroaches onto
the setback area. She asked if that variance will be needed.
Mr. Zwak responded that it will, as it enables back in movement
from the east.
Councilmember Smith informed Mr. Zwak that the site plan will
have to be amended to the configuration that was shown when
Council granted that variance.
Mr. Erickson stated that the setback will vary from 10 to 20 feet -
the 20 feet being at the edge of the truck dock.
Mayor Mertensotto asked what right the future owner of Lot 4 has
for access onto the property. He felt that access should be anywhere
along the driveway after passing the General Pump parking entrance.
He suggested that a condition should be added that Lot 4 shall have
access to the shared common driveway at any point equal to or north
of the driveway access to the parking lot for General Pump and that
the site plan be so adjusted for file purposes.
Councilmember Smith moved to approve a driveway setback
variance for Lots 3 and 4, Block 1, Northland Plaza to allow a
shared driveway, a ten foot sideyard setback variance for the parking
area to improve the truck turn around area, and a twenty foot front
yard sign setback variance with the following conditions: a) that the
applicant file the easement which establishes the shared driveway
with the understanding that should the applicant desire to use the
other parcel, a vacation should be sought; b) that no variances will
be allowed along Highway 55 for Lot 4 due to the conditions created
by the shared driveway; and c) that the plan submitted this evening
be revised to show that Lot 4 shall have access to the shared
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common driveway at any point equal to or north of the driveway
access to the General Pump parking lot revised to show the truck
turn around.
Councilmember Koch seconded the motion.
Ayes: 3
Nays: 0
Council directed General Pump to file the easement and submit a
copy of the recorded document to the city.
PRIME NET SITE PLAN /TIF Council acknowledged a letter from Mr. Dale Glowa requesting
approval of an alteration in the approved site plan for PrimeNet Data
Systems to reconfigure the parking layout. Council also
acknowledged an associated report from the Administrative
Assistant.
Mr. Glowa reviewed the modifications, stating that the request is
driven by the desire to save as many existing trees as possible. He
explained that there are two alternatives (A and B), and that the
preferred Alternate (B) requires a curb cut from Pilot Knob Road.
He stated that if this alternate is not approved, the other alternative
would be to have a circular drive to the north parking lot. He
informed Council that he has discussed the curb cut with Dakota
County and their response was that since Mendota Heights will take
' over Pilot Knob Road when construction is completed they would
defer a decision to the Council.
Mayor Mertensotto stated that he feels multi -level parking lots are a
catastrophe in the Minnesota climate and he would prefer to see a
single level parking lot.
Mr. Glowa responded that the only affect the multi -level lots will
have from a risk standpoint is that there will be a series of stairs
from the south parking lot to the building, but they will be well
maintained. He explained that because the site is 20 feet higher
from the north property line to the south property line, an added curb
cut to the south property line will keep it at a level, flat elevation and
create a safer condition.
Councilmember Smith asked the status of Victory Avenue.
Public Works Director Danielson responded that initially the
developer felt that he would need to have Victory combined with the
PrimeNet site but upon further consideration found it was not
needed. He stated that he anticipates that a vacation of Victory will
be requested in conjunction with the development of the property to
the north. He informed Council that he understands that United
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Properties reserved the rights to the Victory right -of -way at the time
they transferred the property to PrimeNet.
With respect to tax increment financing, Treasurer Shaughnessy
informed Council that the draft agreement which was submitted with
the agenda has been revised.
Acting City Attorney Evan Coobs explained that changes in the draft
were requested by United Properties, and the major issue is that
United Properties has requested that they be permitted to transfer the
property after commencement of the lease to PrimeNet. He stated
that they propose to sell the fee interest but PrimeNet must remain
the lessee of the property in order to receive the pay -as- you -go.
Mayor Mertensotto stated that Council has restricted transfer in all
other TIF agreements.
Mr. Glowa responded that in this case, the TIF goes directly to the
tenant with the condition that PrimeNet remains as the tenant paying
the rent. He stated that PrimeNet is the only beneficiary since they
are paying for the improvements. He explained that PrimeNet will
not be purchasing the property on completion of the building but
rather has a long -term lease and in order to accomplish the financing
United Properties holds the interest. He stated that the language in
the agreement was structured such that if PrimeNet defaults in
paying taxes the tax increment ceases - the tax increment benefit
would be gone because PrimeNet must be the tenant by condition of
the agreement.
Attorney Coobs stated that in concept the city would be letting
United Properties sell fee interest in the property but tax increment is
conditioned upon PrimeNet keeping the taxes current and remaining
the tenant.
Mayor Mertensotto stated that he would like to review the revised
draft of the agreement before taking action.
Mr. Glowa asked if Council could give approval conditioned upon
the language being satisfactory to Council, stating that contracts for
the sale of the property will occur before the next Council meeting.
Mayor Mertensotto responded that Council should establish the fact
that the agreement meets the conditions set by Council and if the
benefit is going only to the tenant the situation is the same as usual
since the property owner does not gain from the tax increment
except in aiding to develop the property. He suggested that the
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matter be tabled to the December 6 consent calendar and if Mr.
Glowa runs into problems of forfeiture on the purchase agreement a
special meeting could be called.
Administrator Lawell informed Council that the proof of parking
issue has been satisfied in the revised site plan for PrimeNet.
Responding to a question from Councilmember Koch with respect to
landscaping, Mr. Glowa stated that he will submit the landscaping
plan for Council review within the next few weeks.
The Council directed Public Works Director Danielson to review the
storm drainage plan for the two parking lots to determine whether
the plan meets the needs of the area and the two parking lots.
Councilmember Koch moved to approve the revised site plan for
PrimeNet dated November 4, 1994, approving Option B, with three
curb cuts on Pilot Knob Road, and to table action on the TIF
agreement to December 6 with the understanding that if United
Properties comes into a forfeiture condition, a special Council
meeting will be called.
Councilmember Smith seconded the motion.
Ayes: 3
Nays: 0
CASE NO. 94 -25, MENDOTA Council acknowledged an application from Mendota Homes for
HOMES rezoning and conditional use permit for planned unit development,
along with associated staff reports, a declaration of covenants and
restrictions and homeowners association bylaws. Mr. John Mathern,
from Mendota Homes, was present for the discussion.
Mayor Mertensotto stated that the Planning Commission
unanimously recommended denial of the application and the Council
has complete documentation on the denial. He stated that there is
question as to the density of the project. If Mr. Mathern is
proposing to have day care on one acre and 36 units on the
remaining nine acres he exceeds the ordinance requirements and also
exceeds the impervious surface maximum limit of 25 %. He
informed the audience that the major controversy is over a day care
facility to serve 117 children. Mayor Mertensotto stated that there is
some disagreement as to the opinion of the traffic engineers that
much of the traffic to the day care will come from existing traffic on
the access roads. He informed Mr. Mathern that the city has
independent evidence that the day care could generate up to 300
additional trips per day at the already busy intersection of Mendota
Heights Road and Dodd Road. He explained that the concern over
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existing traffic prompted Mn/DOT to install traffic controls at the
intersection. He recommended that Council accept the findings of
the Planning Commission and support its recommendation for
denial. He stated that the townhouse units are in compliance for a
ten acre site but the impervious surface and density must be
corrected and the child care facility will need to be eliminated in
order to meet ordinance requirements. He recommended denial of
the conditional use permit and adoption of the Planning Commission
findings and recommendations and fiurther recommended that
Council indicate to Mr. Mathern that one of the most objectionable
parts of the proposal is the day care center. He stated that Council
could deny the application with the condition that Mr. Mathern be
allowed to come back with a revised plan for single level townhouse
units consistent with the zoning and elimination of the day care
center if the plan meets the requirements for density and impervious
surface. He explained that Mr. Mathern would then not have to
submit a new application and fee and would only need to return to
the Planning Commission for the final plat.
Mr. Mathern stated that he has no objection to the recommendation.
He stated that his original application requested one level town
house units and some two story units and that he would like to have
to ability to build two level units by the pond.
Mayor Mertensotto responded that the Planning Commission was
most in favor of single story units and recommended berming along
the freeway.
Mr. Mathern stated that he understands that he must adhere to the
impervious surface requirements but that he would like some leeway
in using two story because some buyers will look for two story units.
Mayor Mertensotto responded that in past discussions Mr. Mathern
had indicated that the development would primarily be of interest to
empty- nesters and it appears that low - profile units are most desirable
to the Planning Commission. He stated that if Mr. Mathern
proposes two story units he will be required to return to the Planning
Commission.
Mr. Mathern responded that he would then withdraw his request for
two -story units.
There being no further discussion, Councilmember Smith moved to
deny the rezoning and conditional use permit and adopt the October
25, 1994 Planning Commission findings and recommendations and
its entire record on the application with the condition that the
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- applicant may return with a revised application for single story
townhouses and a plan that meets the impervious surface
requirements without additional filing fee or appearance before the
Planning Commission except for plat approval.
Councilmember Koch seconded the motion.
Ayes: 3
Nays: 0
ASSESSMENT WAIVER Council acknowledged a letter from Mr. Michael Kurtz requesting
waiver of a portion of a creek realignment assessment on a parcel of
property located on the northeast corner of Marie Avenue and Dodd
Road. Council also acknowledged a report from Assistant
Batchelder. It was noted that Mr. Kurtz also requested a front yard
setback variance to allow construction of a home on the property.
Mr. Kurtz informed Council that he has a purchase agreement with
the Dakota County State Bank, which has foreclosed on the
property. He explained that the lot appears to have been a problem
for many years and several developers have tried to develop it. He
stated that several years ago the city relocated the creek at the
request of a developer who wished to create three buildable sites on
the property. The developer did not properly fill the area between
the old and new creeks and the water want over the banks of the
creek, leaving only one site buildable. He stated that the single site
would be about 30 feet deep and 85 feet wide and would need
wetlands and front yard setback variances. He informed Council
that he would put a conservation easement on the remaining 320 feet
of the lot and leave it natural - the home owner would own the land
but would never touch it. He stated that he is asking for a single
home site with a conservation easement and variances and the city
waiver of two- thirds of the $21,899 assessment.
Administrator Lawell stated that the request is before Council this
evening for concept review and consideration of the assessment
request. He informed Council that the matter has not been before
the Planning Commission for consideration of the variance or
wetlands permit because staff felt it was pointless to bring the matter
to the Commission if Council is not willing to grant the assessment
waiver.
Mayor Mertensotto stated that he feels the only way Council should
forgive any of the assessment is if it feels the lot is buildable. He
reviewed the history of the lot and creek relocation, explaining that
in order for the lot to be buildable, the owner at the time requested
that the creek be relocated to its present location. He stated that as
he understands it, it is not a question of not putting in enough fill but
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rather a question of even though the creek bed is serving the
property there is water leaching in and creating a problem in the
front of the property. He stated that the home owner next to the lot
indicated to him that he had a problem when he constructed his
home and compaction cost him $12,000 yards before he could put
down a foundation. That home was allowed to be constructed in
front of the normal setback because of the water and the owner did
not feel safe in putting in a permanent driveway until two years ago.
He stated that Council is aware of the problems with the lot but that
if the neighbor is correct that water is coming through and Mr. Kurtz
builds an 80 by 35 foot home on the lot it would be nearly on top of
the wetlands.
Mr. Kurtz responded that a Dakota County Soil and Water person
visited the site at his request, but informed Council that he has not
spent the money to do a wetlands delineation because he does not
know what the Council's action will be on the assessments. He
stated that the proposed house would be 23 to 24 feet from the
wetlands.
Mayor Mertensotto stated that there has been fill hauled to the lot
and the area has been leveled over time, and, according to neighbors,
excess fill from developments in the area has been brought in as
well.
Mr. Kurtz responded that he has an engineering report on the soils
test which was done on the lot and that he would not have made the
request to Council if he did not feel the property was adequate to
build a home on. He stated that this is an opportunity for the city to
capture a portion of the cost of the creek improvement and also to
protect two- thirds of the wetlands area.
Mayor Mertensotto stated that he does not think every lot in the city
must be developed and that he sees no real reason why Council
should approve the request. He further stated that someone would
purchase the home and Council would have to live with the
problems which may occur. He stated that the bank has indicated
that if Council does not approve the request the property will be
forfeited to the county for non - payment of taxes. He pointed out
that the city can elect to take the land for conservation of the
wetlands area. He stated that he does not think it is a question of the
city recouping one -third of the assessment but rather whether the
city is so desperate for building sites that Council should promote
the development of this site which has so many problems.
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November 15, 1994
Mr. John Seidel, representing Dakota County State Bank, asked if
Council would deal with the assessment question this evening and
let Mr. Kurtz try to convince the Planning Commission and Council
that the lot is developable.
Mayor Mertensotto responded that there is no reason for Council to
deal with the assessment issue if it questions that the lot is
developable. He pointed out that if Council were to give consensus
to the assessment issue Mr. Kurtz could claim reliance on that action
caused him to make an investment in planning, etc. He pointed out
that Council is trying to avoid future problems.
Councilmember Smith stated that she has heard some of the
neighborhood concerns and one of her major concerns over the site
plan is the area between the old and new creek is a wetland and
Council has been reluctant to approve a wetlands setback less than
50 feet. She pointed out that a 35 foot setback would not allow for
any future development at the back of the house, such as a deck.
Mayor Mertensotto stated that since adoption of the comprehensive
plan in 1959 it has not been the city's plan to develop every possible
parcel of land and Council is not going to approve Mr. Kurtz'
assessment request and have him spent considerable money thinking
that Council will approve development of the lot.
After discussion, Mayor Mertensotto moved to deny the request for
waiver of a portion of the assessments for the creek realignment
project as it affects the three lots located in the northeast quadrant of
Marie Avenue and Dodd Road.
Councilmember Smith seconded the motion.
Ayes: 3
Nays: 0
FRIENDLY HILLS STREETS Council acknowledged and discussed a feasibility report for
proposed Friendly Hills street reconstruction.
After discussion, Councilmember Koch moved adoption of
Resolution No. 94- 81, "RESOLUTION ACCEPTING
ENGINEER'S FEASIBILITY REPORT FOR THE PROPOSED
RECONSTRUCTION OF FRIENDLY HILLS RE-
ARRANGEMENT STREETS, PAGEL ROAD, HAZEL COURT,
AND SURROUNDING AREAS (IMPROVEMENT NO. 92,
PROJECT NO. 6)," the hearing to be held on December 6.
Councilmember Smith seconded the motion.
Ayes: 3
Nays: 0
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LILYDALE STORM WATER Council acknowledged a memo from Public Works Director
Danielson regarding Lilydale Storm Sewer Project No. 1 (Riverrain,
Riverwood and Lilydale Townhomes).
Public Works Director Danielson informed Council that Lilydale has
let the contract for the work and, based on the WMO formula the
Mendota Heights potential cost, prior to credit from Mn/DOT, is
$39,178.45.
Councihnember Smith moved adoption of Resolution No. 94 -82, "A
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING MENDOTA HEIGHTS TO
PARTICIPATE WITH LILYDALE IN LILYDALE STORM
WATER PROJECT NO. 1."
Councilmember Koch seconded the motion.
Ayes: 3
Nays: 0
POND DREDGING Council acknowledged a memo from Public Works Director
Danielson regarding dredging of the Lexington/Marie pond.
Council briefly discussed the matter and directed staff to notify
property owners within 350 feet of the pond on what will be done
and invite them to contact the city if they have any questions.
MENDOTA HEIGHTS ROAD Council acknowledged a memo from Public Works Director
SPEED REDUCTION Danielson recommending that Council request Mn/DOT to lower the
speed limit on Mendota Heights Road.
After discussion, Councilmember Smith moved adoption of
Resolution No. 94 -84, "A RESOLUTION REQUESTING MN /DOT
TO LOWER THE SPEED LIMIT ON MENDOTA HEIGHTS
ROAD," to 30 miles per hour between Dodd and Delaware.
Councilmember Koch seconded the motion.
Ayes: 3
Nays: 0
Council directed staff to advise Mn/DOT that the Council is very
concerned that the speed reduction be granted because of curves in
Mendota Heights Road, the significant number of small children and
the extensive use of the parks and ballfields along Mendota Heights
Road.
IVY HILL PARK Council acknowledged a memo from Parks Project Manager Guy
Kullander regarding landscape improvements to the Ivy Hills Park.
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November 15, 1994
Councilmember Koch moved to adopt the Park and Recreation
Commission recommendation to authorize additional monies for Ivy
Hills Park landscaping and for pond expansion for a maximum cost
of $20,000 plus $5,000 for landscape architectural services.
Councilmember Smith seconded the motion.
Ayes: 3
Nays: 0
MSP PLAN Council acknowledged a memo from Administrator Lawell and draft
response to the MSP Long Term Comprehensive Plan - Alternative
Environment Document.
Mayor Mertensotto reviewed the plan for the audience.
Councilmember Smith suggested additional points in the draft,
stating that MAC often talks about not putting noise where it has not
occurred before and that is exactly what they propose with the third
north parallel runway. She stated that the runway would
dramatically increase traffic to the city and would make it even
worse in areas that are already receiving air noise.
Administrator Lawell stated that the north south runway certainly
opens new areas to noise as well as flying new portions of Eagan,
Apple Valley and Burnsville. He further stated that he believes any
of the expansion options would impact new areas of the city.
Mayor Mertensotto suggested that the city start talking about
excessive noise as another category and point out that the south two
thirds of the city receives substantial noise as is substantiated by
ANOMS data. He stated that adding a third parallel runway would
only increase the burden and any plan to do such expansion would
expand the area of objection from Mendota Heights residents.
It was the consensus to add a new section on excessive noise
exposure to the response and to direct staff to send the response to
the commission members in addition to the commission chair.
Councilmember Smith expressed concern over the noise contours,
stating that the LDN 65 used in 1992 is different from what is in the
document. She stated that she would also like to learn more about
assumptions on air traffic.
MENDOTA HEIGHTS ROAD Councilmember Smith stated that she has spoken to residents in
TRAIL the area of the Dodd/Mendota Heights Road intersection and there
are many who do not want or believe there is a need for a trail on the
north side of the intersection.
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November 15,1994
Public Works Director Danielson responded that when people reach
the signal lights they will need to cross the intersection and at the
signal task force meeting one of the members asked that the trail be
extended at least one block east of the intersection. He stated that it
seems that those who immediately abut the trail on the north side of
Mendota Heights Road object to the trail and since the extension of
the trail was to serve that area, there does not seem to be any benefit
to keeping it in the project.
Councilmember Smith stated that there is a cross walk from north to
south and on the north side of the intersection, from east to west.
She stated that the concern had been that the residents of Bridgeview
Shores would not have access to the intersection without crossing
Dodd at a non cross walk intersection.
Public Works Director Danielson responded that the advantage of
doing the trail section from Westview Terrace on the North side of
Mendota Heights to Dodd as part of this project is that it would be
funded by MSA. He stated that if Council wishes to delete the trail
section, the contractor would have to be notified.
Mayor Mertensotto, suggested leaving the trail for the time being but
notifying the property owners that it would be a means of providing
a better crossing for all of Bridgeview Shores and at the same time,
asking the contractor to hold up on constructing the trail until at least
April or May to allow time for Council to meet with the property
owners in the spring.
ADJOURN There being no further business to come before the Council,
Councilmember Koch moved that the meeting be adjourned.
Councilmember Smith seconded the motion.
Ayes: 3
Nays: 0 TIME OF ADJOURNMENT: 10:31 o'clock P.M.
Kathleen M. Swahson
City Clerk
ATTEST:
OFIXI
Charles E. Mertensotto,
Mayor
LIST OF CONTRACTORS TO BE APPROVED BY CITY COUNCIL
November 15, 1994
Concrete Contractor License
Dale Griepp & Sons Best Blactop
Hi -Tech Floors, Inc.
Excavation Contractor License
KCI Construction
Metro Utilities, Inc.
Voson Plumbing
General Contractors License
Bituminous Roadways, Inc.
M & N Structures, Inc.
Community construction
Gas Piping Contractor License
Area Mechanical Inc.
S & S Plumbing & Heating
Owens Services Corporation
SVAC Contractors License
Owens Services Corporation
Drywall /Plaster /Stucco Contractor License
JBL Plastering Inc.