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1992-05-19 Council minutesPage No. 3283 May 19, 1992 CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS DAKOTA COUNTY STATE OF MINNESOTA Minutes of the Regular Meeting Held Tuesday, May 19, 1992 Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the regular meeting of the City Council, City of Mendota Heights, was held at 8:00 o'clock P.M. at City Hall, 1101 Victoria Curve, Mendota Heights, Minnesota. Mayor Mertensotto called the meeting to order at 8:00 o'clock P.M. The following members were present: Mayor Mertensotto, Councilmembers Blesener, Cummins, Koch and Smith. AGENDA ADOPTION Councilmember Koch moved adoption of the revised agenda for the meeting. Councilmember Smith seconded the motion. Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 APPROVAL OF MINUTES Councilmember Cummins moved approval of the minutes of the May 5, 1992 regular meeting with correction. Councilmember Smith seconded the motion. Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 CONSENT CALENDAR Councilmember Blesener moved approval of the consent calendar for the meeting along with authorization for execution of any necessary documents contained therein. a. Acknowledgment of the minutes of the May 12th Park and Recreation Commission meeting. b. Acknowledgment of the Treasurer's monthly report for April. c. Acknowledgment of the Fire Department monthly report for April. d. Award of bids for park equipment to the following low bidders: Earl F. Anderson, signage for $6,521; Flannagan Sales, picnic tables for $6,059; Seating and Facility Enterprises, bleachers for $12,540. Page No. 3284 May 19, 1992 e. Award of the contract for the 1992 tree planting program to Blaeser Landscape for its low bid of $13,625. f. Adoption of Ordinance No. 283, "AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 503," (swimming pool fencing). g. Adoption of Ordinance No. 284, AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 264," regarding mandatory garbage collection. h. Authorization to advertise for bids for seal coating. i. Acknowledgment of a memo on 1993 budget planning. j. Adoption of Resolution No. 92 -2816 "RESOLUTION APPROVING SUBDIVISION AND WETLANDS PERMITS FOR BRIDGEVIEW SHORES 3RD ADDITION," and Resolution No. 92 -29, "RESOLUTION APPROVING FINAL PLAT FOR BRIDGEVIEW SHORES 3RD ADDITION." k. Approval of the list of contractor licenses dated and attached hereto. 1. Approval of the list of claims dated May 19, 1992 and totalling $205,685.96. m. Authorization to hire Paul Giefer and Dan Kennedy as summer helpers in the Park Department effective June 1st at salaries of $6.00 and $5.50 per hour respectively. n. Authorization for no- parking designation on the Crown Point frontage road between T.H. 110 and Crown Point Drive, along with authorization for the installation of no- parking signs. o. Authorization to set public hearings for 7:30 P.M. on June 2nd for liquor license renewals for Somerset Country Club, Mendakota Country Club, MGM Liquor Warehouse and the Courtyard by Marriott. Councilmember Koch seconded the motion. Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 CUB SCOUT RECOGNITION Council expressed appreciation to Cub Scout Pack #198 for their efforts in cleaning trash Page No. 3285 May 19, 1992 and debris from Ivy Park on April 23rd in connection with Earth Week. Councilmember Smith moved to authorize Mayor Mertensotto to individually recognize each Cub Scout with a letter of appreciation. Councilmember Koch seconded the motion. Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 HEARING - IVY FALLS Mayor Mertensotto opened the meeting for the CREEK DRAINAGE purpose of a feasibility hearing on proposed IMPROVEMENTS Ivy Falls Creek drainage system improvements. Council acknowledged a letter of opposition to the project from Mr. Ellis Abrahamson, 714 Maple Park Court. Mayor Mertensotto turned the meeting over to Engineer Klayton Eckles for review of the proposed project. Engineer Eckles stated that letters had been sent to the affected property owners to explain the proposed improvement and assessment methodology. He gave a brief history of the proposed project and described the drainage district improvement area, which includes Ivy Creek, the Ivy Hill Park Reach, which are regional drainage areas and the Ivy Falls First Addition reach, which is a local drainage segment. He explained that the First Addition reach is considered local because it does not carry the volume of water that the other two segments do, but does have erosion problems. He informed the audience of significant drainage improvements made in 1979 to the section of the creek from Delaware to Dodd and from Dodd to Laura, which included installation of gabion baskets and construction of ponds on the Somerset Country Club property. Mr. Eckles informed the audience that erosion is eroding the side slopes and creek bed, and that as the creek bed drops because of erosion, the creek will get deep and will be made wider. He stated that minor improvements cannot be done and that the problem must be corrected. There are two ways to approach the problem: private property owner repair of damage along their properties, or public improvement. He then explained the advantages and disadvantages of each approach. He informed the audience that if a public improvement is ordered, it appears that the city will participate in up to 80% of the Page No. 3286 May 19, 1992 project costs, including a contribution from the City of West St. Paul through the watershed management organization, and funding other than assessments. He stated that potential assessments to the affected property owners range from $3,000 to $15,000. Mr. Eckles reviewed a number of potential ways to accomplish a solution to the problem and stated that a project consisting of installation of gabion baskets, bank protection where needed, and increasing the ponding capacity in the North Park appears to be the best solution. He then explained the proposed funding mechanism, which includes West St. Paul cost sharing, assessing of properties and a city-wide 10% surcharge on quarterly sanitary sewer bills. Mr. Eckles stated that ordinarily costs for an improvement are assessed to the benefitting properties but that in this case, it is proposed that 80% be funded through other sources and that 20% of the cost be assessed based on property area and frontage on the creek. The proposed rates are $0.13 per square foot of property area and $25.45 per exposed foot of frontage on the creek. He explained that easements and neighborhood cooperation will be needed. Engineer Eckles informed Council and the audience that one area which has been under question is the First Addition Reach, which is a local rather than a regional creek. He stated that there is not much support in this area for the project and that although there is much erosion, the volume of water is much less than the other creek segments. He explained that the First Addition Reach is a very expensive section to construct, and if it is eliminated from the project, the assessments throughout the remainder of the project would be reduced. Responding to a question from Mayor Mertensotto, Mr. Eckles stated that the 1979 drainage project was financed by two-tier assessments based on a high benefit area rate of $0.25 to .35 per square foot and low benefit area rate of about $0.06 per square foot and a small amount of city participation. Councilmember Smith asked how other areas of the city have been assessed for drainage Page No. 3287 May 19, 1992 improvements. Mr. Eckles responded that in the past all storm sewer costs have been assessed as properties develop. Councilmember Smith asked if it is possible to make more extensive use of ponding. Engineer Eckles responded that ponding is one of the best ways to control high water flows but that there is no place to put a large pond in the area except in the North Park, where some park re-grading is proposed. The park would then serve as a buffer in large storms. Mayor Mertensotto asked for questions and comments from the audience. Mr. Ellis Abrahamson, 714 Maple Park Court, stated that there are three property owners in the First Addition reach and their lots are not actually on the creek. He indicated that the property which abuts the creek is owned by the Ivy Falls Homeowners Association, and stated that the area where the water runs through is pretty much stabilized. He stated that the area in which city sanitary sewer was installed many years ago has not been maintained and erosion has occurred around the manholes. He felt that nothing needs to be done in the reach other than maintenance. Mr. Leon Goodrich, President of the homeowners association, stated that he cannot state by metes and bounds what property belongs to the association. He informed Council that he is present at the suggestion of Mr. Eckles who felt that the association should be represented because of the possibility of assessment of the property owned by the association. Mr. Goodrich stated that there has been no proposal for an improvement or assessment put before the association and that his statements will convey only his personal expressions. He explained that the association is a voluntary organization which has no assets other than the subject property, and that if there were an assessment which would require the association to raise funds, most of its members would leave the organization. He informed Council that the organization has paid about $1,200 annually for property taxes on the subject parcel, but that the 1992 taxes are considerably reduced. Page No. 3288 May 19, 1992 j Mayor Mertensotto pointed out that easements would be needed and asked if the homeowners association would be available to deed easements for improvement purposes. Mr. Goodrich responded that the he personally feels the organization would be willing to cooperate to whatever extent it is capable in finding a solution, but pointed out that there is a difference between granting rights to the city and conveying permanent rights to the land. It was noted that many of the homes which would be affected by the improvement project are valued at $300,000 and that losing land to creek erosion would likely reduce those property values to a greater extent than an average $10,000 assessment. Mr. Harvey Miller, 715 Sylvandale Court, asked why the southwest reach of the creek is not shown on the project drawings. Mr. Eckles responded that he considers that area more of a local reach, and that he is unaware of any problems in the area. Mr. Miller stated that he does not feel that gabions are the answer to the problem, and that gabions installed in the southwest reach washed out of their baskets. He further stated that the north reach is eroding badly, and that he would heartily recommend that that reach be repaired. Mr. Eckles responded that fabric will be used to keep rocks in the gabion baskets in the proposed improvement, which had not been done in the past creek improvements. Mr. Tom Peine, 706 Maple Park Court, stated that he is very concerned about the erosion factor on his property and would not like to have the improvements along his property dropped. He further stated that he is very concerned about what is happening to his property and particularly what will happen if • downpour occurs. He felt that the creek is • major artery of the city and to assess people just because they live on the creek is unjust. He stated that he views the improvement as restitution for damage that has occurred to his property, that development has dumped water into the natural creek and created the erosion problem. Page No. 3289 May 19, 1992 Mayor Mertensotto responded that this is why the Council has indicated the city holds some responsibility and has found a way to fund up to 70% of the project cost. Mr. Peine stated that he recently had his home appraised, that it is not valued at $300,000 and that the value was not affected by creek erosion. He stated that he has two small children and cannot afford the proposed assessment. Councilmember Blesener asked what storm sewer assessments have been paid by area residents in the past. Public Works Director Danielson stated that curb and gutter and storm sewer was installed in Maple Park in the past but that he would have to research assessment information. Councilmember Blesener stated that she understands the comments about the creek serving as a trunk line and about the city contributing, but that at the same time questioned what is a fair share for residents to pay for storm sewer. She pointed out that typically in new developments storm sewer costs are fully assessed when the improvement is installed. She stated that she would like to know what share of storm sewer costs the subject area has already paid. Councilmember Smith asked if there is any way to change the formula for West St. Paul since much of the water coming into the creek comes from West St. Paul. Mr. Eckles responded that when the 1979 improvement was made, much of the water in that project area came from West St. Paul. The WMO did not exist at that time, and West St. Paul could not be required to contribute. He stated that although Mendota Heights can try to work the formula to its best advantage, the city has agreed to live by the WMO formula and agreements when it entered into the WMO joint powers agreement. He stated that making major changes in the joint powers agreement would require involvement from all of the involved cities. He pointed out that the WMO also affects Mendota Heights on the downstream (Lilydale). Mr. Allen Taylor, 1297 Sylvandale, stated that he is concerned about the gabion plan. He Page No. 3290 May 19, 1992 stated that he does not think the gabions installed in the golf course are attractive, that they look like dams and are mostly silted in. He felt that there is no gabion design that accommodates vegetation and that trees and shrubs hold back soil and prevent erosion. He pointed out that the plan does not include trees and shrubbery and felt that this type of solution, rather than an engineered solution, should be employed. Mayor Mertensotto stated that since there is a question among the residents that gabions may not be the right solution, perhaps additional outside engineering for review of the proposal should be considered. Councilmember Blesener asked whether there is some possibility for a staged solution, correcting the problems on the upper reach which might alleviate the problems further down the creek. Engineer Eckles responded that the project does not need to be done all at once but that once the project starts it must stop somewhere where the project stops, the channelized, controlled water will stop and more erosion will occur beyond the project end. He further stated that it is more cost effective to do a large project. Mr. Norman Lorentzen, 675 Ivy Falls Court, stated that he has owned his home for 25 years and that there is a very serious problem and in his opinion, something must be done. He stated that he does not know whether the gabion proposal is the right solution but pointed out that the city's engineers have the ability to make a reasonable judgment. He recommended against doing the project in pieces. Mr. Lorentzen informed Council that he spends three to four days each year moving rocks around to protect the embankment on his property and so do his neighbors. He stated that although he would like the city to assume more of the cost, something must be done and he is willing to pay for it. Mr. Curt Buehl, 1200 Falls View Court, stated that he wrote to the city in 1980 about a serious erosion problem, In 1980 the bank along his property was about three feet deep before it hit the creek and now it is about 15 Page No. 3291 May 19, 1992 to 20 feet deep. He stated that he has lost 15 to 20 feet of property since 1980, and the quicker an improvement is done, the better. He pointed out that the problem is serious now and will only get worse until improvements are made, and stated that while it is true that a few properties are hurt worse than others, he felt the entire project should be done at one time. Mr. Eric Miller, 681 Ivy Falls Court, stated that he lives at the junction of the two creeks and that he has only owned his property for four years, he has lost much property to the creek. He informed Council that the next storm will possibly take out his underground watering system. Mr. Miller stated that he will not receive benefit from the project but rather that his property will not be damaged any more after the project. He further stated that because of development of surrounding areas, more water has come into the creek and caused much damage. In the last three years, even the smallest storm does damage, and more water has been diverted to the creek since the T.H. 13 project was constructed. He asked whether there is any proposal in the project to shore up some of the bank rather than using gabions. He stated that there is a dangerous sheer drop along his property, a 20 foot straight drop down onto rocks. Engineer Eckles responded that the main portion of the project would be gabions but that there will also be some bank protection. Mayor Mertensotto asked Mr. Miller if he is proposing that the project should be supported entirely by the city's taxpayers. Mr. Miller responded that he has a hard time understanding why the creek owners should pay a weighted portion of the cost, since a greater volume of water flows through the creek because there is no storm sewer to take water. Councilmember Cummins asked if the creeks are not an amenity to the property. Mr. Miller responded that they were until the water started damaging his property. He stated that he has not had an appraisal to determine whether or not the beauty of the creek is more of the value than the land lost Page No. 3292 May 19, 1992 to the creek. He asked whether Council would weight the cost to repair an overtaxed sanitary sewer to those who abut the sewer. Mr. Miller stated that he appreciates the city's good will in accepting 800 of the cost but that he was not sure that 80% is enough. Mayor Mertensotto asked the Public Works Director for suggestions on firms which could be called in to review the project design. Mr. Danielson responded that BARR Engineering has been consulted and has suggested that gabions are the correct way to solve the problem. Councilmember Cummins pointed out that Council has reviewed several possibilities and that BARR's recommendation on gabions seems to be the best method of handling the problem. Engineer Eckles stated that BARR Engineering identified nine options and that gabion installation is the solution they recommend. He pointed out that the gabions which were used in the creek in the past have been quite successful, and that the comment from one resident about gabions which failed related to gabions which were not engineered but were just put in the creek - not as part of a city project. Councilmember Blesener asked whether the type of gabions which were installed near Somerset School are what is proposed, and stated that they are unsightly. Mr. Eckles responded that the proposed construction is the same, and that staff had looked at high flow pipe, low flow channel, but that the cost was about twice that of gabion construction. He further stated that there is not enough room for detention basins, and that while landscaping is a good solution for the side slopes, the dropping creek bed is the problem and must be stabilized. Mr. Jack Brassard, 1205 Sylvandale, pointed out that gabions work great in Battle Creek, where a water permeable fabric was placed under the gabion baskets. He also pointed out that dirt can be placed on top of the gabions and will hold grass, etc. He informed Council that the creek in back of his house is eight inches deeper than it was last year and stated Page No. 3293 May 19, 1992 that something must be done. He stated that while everyone feels strongly that West St. Paul should contribute more, there is a point where there is no choice but to do improvements and those improvements must be done quickly. Mr. Bill Gagke, 1198 Falls View Court, stated that he understands the point of the 80/20% cost sharing but thinks it is arbitrary and would argue that the project cost should be spread against the total population of the city. He further stated that if a 10% surcharge will cover 70% of the cost another dollar per quarter on sewer bills would pay the entire cost. He pointed out that a 10% surcharge might amount to $12 to $15 per year in additional cost per year on a sewer bill whereas the property owners who are proposed to be assessed are looking at a burden of $10,000 to $15,000. Mr. Marion Newman, 1289 Sylvandale, stated that he concurs with the logic expressed earlier that a $10,000 assessment is not significant in proportion to a $300,000 home. He further stated that he would not be disturbed about such an assessment against his property He pointed out that the interest over 19 years would nearly double the assessment, and that there are affected property owners who have children and do not have $300,000 homes who would bear a great burden if assessed. He did not feel the Council would receive much objection to spreading the cost over the entire city as a surcharge. Mayor Mertensotto responded that a 10% surcharge on a minimum sewer bill would result in $12 in additional annual sewer charges. He pointed out that many residents have sewer usage greater than the minimum and pay much more than the minimum quarterly charge and that the rates continue to rise as the Metropolitan Waste Control Commission increases its billings to the city. Mrs. Lorraine Hammerly, 661 Ivy Falls Court, stated that she watches trees drop into the creek every year. She informed Council that there is a 20 foot drop to the creek from her lot and it is very dangerous and must be Page No. 3294 May 19, 1992 corrected soon. She stated that she is in favor of doing the project. Mrs. O'Brien, 1199 Fallsview Court, stated that she is concerned that no one has spoken about conservation. She stated that the creek in her neighborhood is a wildlife area and that it is unfortunate that everyone is focusing on engineering rather than conservation, and on the affect rather than the cause, which is water. She felt that the focus should be to stop the water from coming from the higher areas, and that a storm sewer project for those areas should be constructed to keep the water from coming into the creek. She stated that although there is horrible damage in the creek, she is against the approach being taken. Mayor Mertensotto responded that the city must work with the existing drainage patterns and could not build a storm sewer project all the way to the river. He also pointed out that in order to be financed by improvement bonds, he project must be at least 20% assessed. j Mr. Rick Smokler, 682 Ivy Falls Court, stated that he is in favor of doing something and is willing to pay his fair share. He asked if those who are assessed must also pay the sewer surcharge, and if so, why must they pay assessments. Councilmember Blesener responded that the surcharge hardly relates to the proposed project being a storm water management problem. She pointed out that there are many neighboring properties which contribute to the problem but by and large most of the city does not contribute to the problem but will be contributing to the solution if a surcharge is employed. Councilmember Cummins stated that he has spoken to many of his neighbors about the surcharge and they ask why they should pay anything since they do not contribute to the problem. Mayor Mertensotto responded that in this case the money will initially be directed to the subject project and in the future will be used for other storm water problems. Page No. 3295 May 19, 1992 Councilmember Blesener pointed out that if the project was being done for a new development all of the land that contributes runoff to the project would be assessed on a square foot basis and the rest of the city would pay nothing. Mayor Mertensotto stated that in 1979 the city assessed people on the creek and those upstream who contributed to the runoff because it was legally possible to do so at that time. He stated that under current assessment guidelines the city cannot justify assessing properties a half mile away for an improvement in someone else's back yard, which is why Council has looked at other possible solutions. Councilmember Blesener stated that she would like to explore the option of an area assessment specific to those properties draining into this micro system. She also pointed out that the sewer surcharge will continue and will be used to assist in the cost of correcting future storm water problems in the city. Mayor Mertensotto asked whether Council could consider a drainage district ad valorem tax. Treasurer Shaughnessy responded that staff has explored the option but that part of the area has already been assessed. Engineer Eckles reviewed the drainage district and the area in the district that did not pay any assessments in 1979. He stated that the problem in assessing a district is that many of the properties within the district have already been assessed for storm sewer and are still paying on those assessments. He further pointed out that assessments must be based on benefits received and that he did not think the city could prove benefit to properties 1/2 mile away from the creek. Mr. Smokler stated that whatever is determined, he hopes that the improvement is expeditious because many people are really suffering. He asked Council to explore increasing the surcharge percentage. Mayor Mertensotto stated that the only way to approach the project is to conduct an assessment hearing in advance of the project so that the the costs t] is ordered. the project Chapter 429 Page No. 3296 May 19, 1992 property owners and the city know aey will be facing if the project He again pointed out that 20% of cost must be assessed under the MS requirements. Mr. Chris Doyle, 428 Maple Park Drive, stated that the creek area is very pretty but that he considered it a drawback when he purchased his property. He stated out that a $10,000 assessment will be a huge burden for him, that he is in favor of the project and is trying to overcome the shock of the cost. He informed Council that he is a landscape architect and felt that Council should contact a landscape architect group to look into plantings as an alternative to gabions. He also asked why his neighbor is not proposed to be assessed even though his property borders on the stream. Mayor Mertensotto stated that he realizes that there will always be objections to improvement projects and that if the city is to start a new program of city participation in storm sewer work, this project will be the initiation of a surcharge. He pointed out that a 10% surcharge is as much as Council can justify, but that Council can review the assessment area to be sure that all properties on the creek are proposed to be assessed. There being no further questions or comments, Councilmember Cummins moved that the hearing be closed. Councilmember Smith seconded the motion. Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 Councilmember Cummins moved adoption of Resolution No. 92 -30, "RESOLUTION CALLING FOR FEASIBILITY /ASSESSMENT HEARING ON IVY FALLS CREEK DRAINAGE SYSTEM IMPROVEMENTS (IMPROVEMENT NO. 91, PROJECT NO. 8)," the hearing to be held at 8:00 P.M. on July 21st. Councilmember Smith seconded the motion. Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 Mayor Mertensotto asked if the project can be started this year if the hearing is held in June. Engineer Eckles responded that it will be a big job to survey and that easements will need to be acquired . He stated that November would be a good time to start the project. Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 Page No. 3297 May 19, 1992 Councilmember Blesener stated that she would like staff to get an opinion on whether gabions are the best and most cost effective solution from a landscape architect oriented firm with a particular eye towards environmental concerns. Mr. Eckles responded that the BARR study cost over $10,000 and that he did not know how much more Council wishes to spend for a study. Councilmember Blesener stated that all she is looking for is a second opinion on whether the proposed solution is best. Mayor Mertensotto stated that the information must be back before an assessment roll is developed, and that it is not likely this could be done by June 16th. Councilmember Cummins moved to amend the motion to schedule an assessment hearing for 8:00 P.M. on July 21st. Councilmember Blesener seconded the motion. Mayor Mertensotto suggested that staff be directed to request informal quotes for June 2nd in order to get another opinion from a firm that is involved in hydrology work oriented towards landscape, to critique the proposed gabion solution. He further suggested that staff be directed to explore alternatives for expanding the assessment area to include those properties which border on the creek but which have not been included within the assessment area. Staff was directed to research what kind of assessment area might be feasible and legally defensible, to obtain informal quotes on review of the proposed gabion solution, and to report back to Council on June 2nd. Itwas suggested by a resident that properties that contribute water to the North Park pond should be assessed. DAKOTA ALLIANCE FOR Council acknowledged a memo from City PREVENTION Administrator Lawell regarding nominees for appointment to the Dakota Alliance for Prevention. Page No. 3298 May 19, 1992 Councilmember Blesener moved to submit the names of Marnie Adams and Kim Befort as nominees for appointment to the Dakota Alliance for Prevention Board. Councilmember Cummins seconded the motion. Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 JOINT WORKSHOP Council acknowledged a memo from Administrative Assistant Batchelder regarding the scheduling of a joint workshop with the Park and Recreation commission for June 9th, and a memo outlining a proposed agenda for the meeting. Councilmember Smith stated that Planning Commission Chair Mike Dwyer has informed her that the Planning Commission would also like to have a joint meeting. She suggested that both commissions participate in the proposed June 9th meeting. Councilmember Blesener responded that the Park Commission has suggested several agenda items that they would like to discuss. She did not feel that the concerns of both commissions could be handled at the workshop. Mayor Mertensotto suggested that Council meet with the Park Commission on June 9th and schedule a separate meeting with the Planning Commission. Councilmember Smith stated that some of the planning items overlap with the Park Commission. She felt that the Planning Commission should be included in the workshop. Mayor Mertensotto responded that staff should inform the Planning Commission that Council is willing to meet with them and ask them for suggested dates. He further stated that the Planning Commission is free to attend the meeting if they wish, but that it will be difficult to cover more than the Park Commission agenda at one meeting. Councilmember Blesener stated that she would not be available until 8:00 P.M. on June 9th. Councilmember Cummins moved to schedule a joint Council/Park Commission workshop for Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 Page No. 3299 May 19, 1992 7:30 P.M. on June 9th. Councilmember Smith seconded the motion. Council directed the Administrative Assistant to get a proposed date and agenda from the Planning Commission, to inform them of the agenda for the June 9th meeting, and to inform them that any interested members are welcome to attend the June 9th workshop. D.A.R.E. Council acknowledged a reminder of the D.A.R.E. graduation ceremonies. AIRCRAFT NOISE Council acknowledged a memo from Administrator Lawell regarding the ANLEF brochure and the scheduling of a community meeting on extending the ANLEF deadline and to explain the ANLEF program on the June 2nd agenda. PARK EQUIPMENT Councilmember Blesener stated that the Park Commission minutes reflect discussion on the purchase of play equipment for the Kensington Park. She felt that the $21,000 maximum proposed by the Park Commission is inadequate for Kensington Park and suggested that the amount be raised. She was also concerned that the purchase of equipment should be made before the date the City is obligated to pay sales tax. Administrative Assistant Batchelder stated that the Earl Anderson Company has submitted a quote of about $24,000 for equipment to meet the ADA requirements, but that staff was directed to reduce the equipment to keep the cost within the $21,000 budget. Councilmember Blesener moved to authorize staff to issue purchase orders in a total amount not to exceed $25,000 for play equipment for the Kensington Park. Councilmember Cummins seconded the motion. Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 COUNCIL COMMENTS Councilmember Smith informed Council that she will be unable to attend the June 2nd meeting. ADJOURN There being no further business to come before the Council, Councilmember Blesener moved that Page No. 3300 May 19, 1992 the meeting be adjourned. Councilmember Smith seconded the motion. Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 TIME OF ADJOURNMENT: 11:03 o'clock P.M. r thleen M. Swansonr City Clerk ATTEST: Charles E. Mertensotto Mayor LIST OF CONTRACTORS TO BE APPROVED BY CITY COUNCIL Masonry License Don Kimmes Masonry Excavating License Fogerty Excavating Inc. Frandrup Excavating Junek Excavating General Cont. License Braxton Hancock & Sons, Inc. Plaster/Stucco License Housley Construction, Inc. Gas Piping License Rollins Heating & Air Conditioning Dick Lind Co. Heating & Air Cond— License Arneson Heating Service Rollins Heating & Air Conditioning Dick Lind Co.