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1990-07-17 Council minutesPage No. 2852 July 17, 1990 CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS DAKOTA COUNTY STATE OF MINNESOTA Minutes of the Regular Meeting Held Tuesday, July 17, 1990 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 Anderson, Blesener, and Hartmann. Councilmember Cummins had notified the Council that he would be late. AGENDA ADOPTION Councilmember Hartmann moved adoption of the revised agenda for the meeting. Councilmember Anderson seconded the motion. Ayes: 4 Nays: 0 CONSENT CALENDAR Councilmember Hartmann 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 Treasurer's monthly report for June. b. Adoption of Resolution No. 90 -43, "RESOLUTION APPROVING FINAL PLAT FOR MENDOTA WOODS," along with approval of the developers agreement, subject to receipt of a plat with the street name "Ryan Road" changed to "Arbor Court." C. Adoption of Resolution No. 90 -44, "RESOLUTION CALLING FOR HEARING ON ASSESSMENT ROLLS FOR BIG WHEEL AUTO SITE (IMPROVEMENT NO. 88, PROJECT NO. 3), IVY FALLS CREEK ADDITION (IMPROVEMENT NO. 87, PROJECT NO. 2), NORTH IVY HILLS 2ND ADDITION (IMPROVEMENT NO. 88, PROJECT NO. 6), AND ALICE LANE SUBDIVISION (IMPROVEMENT NO. 89, PROJECT NO. 3) IMPROVEMENTS," the hearings to be held on August 21st. d. Approval of the list of contractor licenses dated July 10, 1990 and attached hereto. Page No. 2853 July 17, 1990 e. Approval of the List of Claims dated July 17, and totalling $1,185,490.77. f. Approval of the refund of a $1,000 house moving escrow to Frank Fabio for the house moving and clean up procedures for 1199 Rogers Road. g. Acknowledgment of a petition from nine Furlong Addition area property owners in opposition to proposed Furlong area public improvements. Councilmember Anderson seconded the motion. Ayes: 4 Nays: 0 PUBLIC COMMENTS Dr. Sol Mastbaum, 1008 James Court, and a number of residents from Mayfield Heights and Highland Heights were present to express their opposition to a proposal for the development of the Weinzettel property on Highway 13. GREEN AREA MOWING Council acknowledged a memo from Code Enforcement Officer Dick Gill regarding the mowing of properties. Ms. Margie Johnson, 671 Apache, was present for the discussion and stated that she is concerned over the mowing of the school property which abuts Mendota Heights Road. She stated that she considers the growth on the property to be a natural habitat rather than weeds and expressed concern that the property will be completely mowed before the Council discusses possible exemptions on August 7th. Mayor Mertensotto stated that the City weed ordinance relates to a statutory program which must be carried out and that as a land owner the School District is responsible for cutting noxious weeds on its property. Administrator Lawell informed the audience that the City staff enforces the ordinance, which also requires the cutting of weeds of 12 inches in height as well as noxious weeds, on a complaint basis and that the School District has been notified to mow its property. He further stated that Mr. Gill has temporarily suspended the order to the School District until after the August 7th meeting. Page No. 2854 July 17, 1990 Councilmember Blesener stated that one of the things Council will discuss on August 7th is a staff report on whether some places in the city should be exempt. PUBLIC COMMENTS Mrs. David Hiner, 1312 Furlong, asked whether the City has written notice from the County Assessor that it owns the homes it purchased in the Furlong area. City Attorney Hart responded that the City has recorded the deeds and has filed a certificate of real estate value. Mrs. Hiner asked about City regulations on fences. Mr. Doug Guyer, 1309 Kendon asked what is happening on the Furlong Addition, and further stated that nothing has been done on capping the wells on the City lots and that septic pipes are exposed. Public Works Director Danielson stated that the feasibility study for Furlong improvements will be ready for the August 7th meeting. With respect to well capping, he stated that the City has let a contract for the capping which stipulated a date by which it must be completed. The contractor is working with Ron Spong from the County, who wishes to do some specific work before the capping is done. City staff will go to the properties to be sure that the sewage pits are covered. Councilmember Cummins arrived at 7:55 P.M. VOLUNTEER FIREFIGHTERS Fire Chief Maczko introduced Volunteer Firefighter candidates Mark Kaufman, Roy Kingsley, Dave Dreelan and Walter Klarkowski, and recommended their probationary appointment to the Department. Councilmember Blesener moved that Mark Kaufman, Roy Kingsley, Dave Dreelan and Walter Klarkowski be given one year probationary appointment as Volunteer Firefighters, effective on August 1, 1990. Councilmember Hartmann seconded the motion. Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 Page No. 2855 July 17, 1990 HEARING - DELTA Mayor Mertensotto opened the meeting for the ENVIRONMENTAL purpose of a public hearing on an application from Delta Environmental for a conditional use permit to construct an accessory structure at the Mendota Heights Amoco Station to house equipment necessary to clean up ground water contaminated as the result of leaking underground gas tanks. Mr. Craig Anderson, representing Delta, stated that the leaking problem was discovered during excavation of the old tank. He stated that the structure will be temporary - during the ground water clean up process - and that he anticipates the process will take from 3 to 8 years. Responding to a question from Mayor Mertensotto, he stated that he is a registered professional engineer and that he will provide a certificate to the City that the proposed system is adequate to take care of the contamination. Public Works Director Danielson informed Council that Delta will monitor the water that goes into the City sewer, and City staff will have to read the Amoco water meter quarterly and bill for sewer use at the same rate as other industrial users. Responding to a question from Councilmember Blesener, he stated that there has been no contact from McDonalds. Mayor Mertensotto asked for questions and comments from the audience. There being no questions or comments, Councilmember Cummins moved that the hearing be closed. Councilmember Anderson seconded the motion. Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 Councilmember Hartmann moved adoption of Resolution No. 90-45, "RESOLUTION APPROVING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT ALLOWING AN ACCESSORY STRUCTURE AT 2030 DODD ROAD (AMOCO STATION)," as amended to stipulate a sewer charge rate and method, to require that Delta notify the City when the treatment is completed and further to require a certification by the professional engineer appearing on behalf of the applicant that the system is adequate. Councilmember Anderson seconded the motion. Ayes: 5 Nays: .0 Page No. 2856 July 17, 1990 HEARING, CASE NO. Mayor Mertensotto opened the meeting for the 90-20, SJOHOLM purpose of a continued hearing on an application from Mr. & Mrs. Jack Sjoholm, 1161 Delaware Avenue for a conditional use permit for a fence. Council acknowledged a staff report addressing a compromise plan prepared and submitted by Mr. & Mrs. Sjoholm since the July loth discussion. Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 Mrs. Gretchen Sjoholm informed Council that the fence has been moved to 52 feet from the Delaware centerline, providing 32 feet of green area between the street and the fence. She stated that there are many mature trees in this area and also voluntary growth which will be allowed to remain. The applicants are willing to plant 3 black hills spruce to further shield the fence from the road. She stated that they would also be willing to let vines grow on the fence if Council so desires. Mrs. Sjoholm further stated that she feels the fence will make a difference to her family's comfort and that their proposal does not open the floodgates for similar fences. She pointed out that there are many factors that make their request unique - the fence will not go along the whole side of the yard, it will be 52 feet from the centerline and allows 32 feet of green space which the applicants will be willing to populate with more trees. Also, the roadbed is 30 inches above the grade level of the house for about 75 feet. Mayor Mertensotto asked for questions and comments from the audience. There being no questions or comments, Councilmember Hartmann moved that the hearing be closed. Councilmember Blesener seconded the motion. Councilmember Cummins moved adoption of Resolution No. 90-46, "A RESOLUTION APPROVING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR A FENCE," on the conditions that the fence be located inside the pine trees, that it be no closer than 52 feet from the centerline of Delaware Avenue and not longer than 115 feet, and that the Sjoholms plant three 4 to 5 foot Black Hills Page No. 2857 July 17, 1990 Spruce trees to provide additional screening for the fence. Councilmember Blesener seconded the motion. Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 CASE NO. 90 -21, Mr. Dan Houpt, from Kiesland, Inc., and BATESVILLE his legal counsel and Architect Bruce Jones, along with Jerry Harmon from M.I.S.T. were present for continued discussion on Batesville Casket Company's application for variance and lot split to allow construction of a warehouse on Lot 4 and part of Lot 3, Block 1, Northland Plaza. Mr. Houpt reviewed a revised plan for Council. He stated that considerable changes have been made to the proposed project, including reducing the size of the structure and considerably upgrading the landscaping, pulling the building from I -494 and moving the truck docks to the east side of the building. He stated that he will be purchasing the property and selling half of it to Batesville. The building was originally proposed to be 30,000 square feet with a potential future 10,000 square foot expansion. He stated that he had originally asked for a 20 foot setback variance and is no longer requesting that variance. Mayor Mertensotto pointed out that a variance is necessary for the proposed shared driveway for Lots 3 and 4. Councilmember Blesener asked about the reduction in the truck dock blacktop and whether anything has been done with the exterior wall as it faces the freeway.. Mr. Houpt responded that the blacktop area was reduced by 20 feet. With respect to the wall, another metal strip has been added along the wall and the size of the wall has been reduced, but it is still a solid wall with no windows. Responding to a comment from Mayor Mertensotto that the band be removed and more planting be added, Mr. Houpt stated that they will be planting creeping vines along the building. Councilmember Blesener informed the Council that she met with the project architect to review the plan and talked about doing something about breaking up the mass of wall Page No. 2858 July 17, 1990 expanse along T.H. 55. She felt that something more creative could be done to make the wall look more like a front exposure. Mr. Houpt responded that he met with Batesville representatives yesterday and:-very indication now is that they would like the upper site. They want to'be in the project but when they found out that the City did not want the truck dock on the south side they decided that the other lot is preferred because it allows truck docks on the south. Councilmember Cummins asked who will occupy the building on Lot 3. Mayor Mertensotto asked if the applicant is applying for two building permits. Councilmember Anderson stated that Council thought Mr. Houpt was talking about Batesville being on Lot 4 and asked whether he is now saying that Batesville is being moved to the other site and he is asking for approvals on one or both. Mr. Houpt responded that Batesville would like to go to the other lot to get a southern exposure. Mayor Mertensotto pointed out that Council approves all building permits in the industrial area, and that the applicant will have to make a choice as to which site the Batesville building is proposed to be built on. Mr. Houpt responded that the upper lot is preferred. Councilmember Blesener pointed out that there are lots of other planning considerations the City Planner will need to address - the upper site has an even greater exposure. She informed the applicants that Council cannot start deliberations on a different site without a report from :the -Planner, Councilmember Hartmann pointed out that the Planning Commission has not had an opportunity to review the new proposal. Mr. Houpt responded that given the time factor he has to deal with, he would ask Council to Page No. 2859 July 17, 1990 approve the first site so he has some approval. Administrator Lawell stated that the building should be tied to a specific site. The approval must be for a specific use, not for an owner or occupant. Councilmember Cummins stated that the Council looks forward to welcoming Batesville to Mendota Heights but if they are in fact much more inclined to occupy Lot 3, what is the potential that there will be a more suitable building for Lot 4. Mr. Houpt asked Council to building as proposed in the and he will diligently work to use that site. Mayor Mertensotto suggested just ask for the lot split the shared driveway and not permit. approve the lower Council packets to get Batesville that Mr. Houpt and variance for for a building Councilmember Anderson suggested that if Council approves the lot split and driveway variance and the Mr. Houpt comes back with something that needs no variances, the Council has lost all leverage as to what goes on the lot. He stated that he felt the planning considerations should be tied to something and that he would like to know specifically what is proposed to go on the lots. He suggested that perhaps the lot split and variances could be approved subject to Council reserving the right to approval of the specific uses and building which will go on the sites. Mr. Houpt responded that he would be willing to come before the Council again on that condition, final approval of the final proposed buildings. Mr. Jerry Harman, from M.I.S.T., stated that he thinks Mr. Houpt is being reasonable and giving council control over what he will build. He urged Council to vote favorably on the request. He stated that the project approved on Lots 1 and 2, Block 1 is the soccer arena. The money M.I.S.T. hopes to gain from the sale of Lots 3 and 4 to Kiesland development will go a long way to helping MIST meet its development. Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 Page No. 2860 July 17, 1990 Mr. Tom Owens, legal representative for Kiesland, stated that Kiesland specifically and expressly accepts the condition that Council reserves the right to approve the use and design of the buildings which may go on the parcels, as long as it is reasonable, conditioned upon current City standards and rules. Mayor Mertensotto asked for questions and comments from the audience. There being no questions or comments, Councilmember Anderson moved that the hearing be closed. Councilmember Hartmann seconded the motion. Mayor Mertensotto stated that the discussion has been that Kiesland is requesting approval of the lot split and variance for the common driveway and that approval would be conditioned upon Council reserving the right to approve the use and design and aesthetics of the buildings to be located on each of the parcels. He pointed out that the applicants will have to submit a plat for the lot split and that Council is only to take action this evening on preliminary approval of the split - Council would reserve the right to approve the final survey. Mr. Owens felt that approval of a lot split is not required because the applicant is not requesting a replat but rather a conveyance of property. Mayor Mertensotto responded that the condition for approval of the final survey is necessary so that the survey can not be recorded until it is approved. Councilmember Cummins stated that Council could approve in concept the use and the shared driveway and the potential shift in the lot lines of the two lots subject to approval of the two buildings to be constructed on them. He pointed out that the sense of the Council appears to be that conceptually the request is fine but that the applicant must come back with decent looking buildings and a specific location of the lot lines. Councilmember Anderson pointed out that the Public Works Director's memo indicated that Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 Page No. 2861 July 17, 1990 the lot reconfiguration could be done as a simple lot division. He felt that the issue can be resolved in the future and that council should not be approving a lot split without a survey. Councilmember Cummins moved that it is the sense of the Council that it is prepared to approve a shared drive and reasonable shift in the lot line between Lots 3 and 4 subject to review and approval by the Council of the two building plans and building permits for buildings to be proposed for Lots 3 and 4, and that Council reserves final discretionary approval of specific future plans. Councilmember Blesener seconded the motion. Mayor Mertensotto pointed out that the Council has not approved the variance or lot division by its action but has only given concept approval. 3M BUILDING Mr. Gene Murphy, from 3M's Architectural MODIFICATIONS Engineering Division, other 3M representatives and Keith Smith from Ryan Construction were present to give Council an informational presentation on proposed exterior modifications to the former Unisys building. Mr. Murphy informed Council that 3M proposes to construct a cafeteria/entry lobby/security addition and a tower of a maximum height of 55 feet. An outdoor eating area adjacent to the new entry is also proposed. Seven interior truck docks would be eliminated, three docks would be relocated to the east exterior wall and the truck access road will be reduced, there would be a fenced area around proposed chiller units which would be buffered by vegetation. The interior warehouse space would be converted to office space and 18 new exterior windows would be needed. He showed Council an elevation of the proposed building additions and informed Council that the tower is proposed for 1991. He stated that there is a five-year program for the modifications and it is anticipated that the facility will house 230 to 250 employees. Mayor Mertensotto expressed concern over the potential compressor noise from the chillers and the chiller location. Page No. 2862 July 17, 1990 Councilmember Blesener asked whether the tower could be partly underground and whether adequate parking can be provided for the office use. Mr. Murphy responded that it might be possible to depress the tower and that the existing building height is 24 feet. He further responded that parking is adequate now and there is space to install more parking if needed. Mayor Mertensotto stated that there is a general consensus for concern over the chiller noise and a reluctance over the proposed tower addition height. He suggested that if the tower can be depressed the concern might be resolved. Mr. Murphy asked for Council comments with respect to the proposed front entry/cafeteria area. Councilmember Blesener stated that she felt that the proposed entry/cafeteria addition would be a welcome addition to the site. Mr. Murphy informed Council that he will have an answer to the question about chiller noise and location when he comes back to Council with a final proposal. He asked for Council approval to cut in the windows on the east elevation, south elevation and north wing of the structure before final approval of-the remodeling. It was the Council consensus that a building permit can be issued for the window installation as long as the requirements of the building code are met. AIRPORT EXPANSION Council acknowledged and discussed a memo from the City Administrator regarding expansion plans at the MSP airport. In his memo, Administrator Lawell stated that he feels the true objective in the Minnesota Advisory Council on Metropolitan Airport Planning hearing process should be to convince the MAC to undertake a collaborative planning process with communities neighboring MSP. He recommended that the City request a time extension beyond January 1, 1991 to allow public input and that the Council adopt a proposed resolution supporting the collaborative community planning process. Page No. 2863 July 17, 1990 It was the consensus of Council that it is best to support the dual track approach and stress the equity concept (air noise). Mayor Mertensotto stated that the City should stress that if there are changes in the use of the airport, expanded use, the equity issue of noise must be addressed. Councilmember Cummins also stressed the point that the Council specifically opposes construction of an additional runway north of the existing runways. He pointed out that construction of such a runway would severely exacerbate the problems over Mendota Heights and would be totally contrary to the concept of what noise equity would be. Administrator Lawell also suggested that the City's testimony must take into account the impact plans for relocation would have on business interests in the City. After discussion, Councilmember Cummins moved adoption of Resolution No. 90-48, "A RESOLUTION EXPRESSING SUPPORT FOR COLLABORATIVE COMMUNITY AIRPORT PLANNING PROCESS," along with approval of the recommendation contained in the City Administrator's report and authorization for the City Administrator to testify at the hearing on behalf of the City. Councilmember Hartmann seconded the motion. Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 WATER SYSTEM STUDY Council acknowledged and discussed a memo from the Public Works Director recommending award of a contract to HNTB for preparation of a Kentucky Pipe Flow Model for the city's water distribution system. It was noted that the maximum cost of $6,900 includes a computer program which will become the property of the City and eight hours of training provided to city staff. After discussion, Councilmember Hartmann moved to award a contract to HNTB for preparation of a Kentucky Pipe Flow Model for the Mendota Heights water distribution system according to their proposal dated June 21, 1990 for a price not to exceed $6,900, the contract to be Page No. 2864 July 17, 1990 funded by the Utility Enterprise Fund. Councilmember Anderson seconded the motion. Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 SOS Council acknowledged a memo from Public Works Director Danielson regarding purchase of the SOS Convenience Mart property, along with a letter from the legal counsel for the owners of SOS asking that the purchase be consummated as soon as possible because the EPA deadline for tank replacement is drawing near. Mayor Mertensotto felt that discussion on the issue is premature since there is no project in process and it is not likely that one will occur in the near future. Mr. Dick Kassa, co -owner of SOS, stated that last year there was an unsigned purchase agreement between the SOS owners and the City and that his attorney reviewed the agreement and asked for some rewording. Subsequently there was a meeting with the City Attorney and Treasurer and all parties had agreed to revisions. Tank removal was scheduled for December 13th or 14th, in compliance with EPA regulations. The agreement was since withdrawn and he had to schedule tank removal and replacement. Testing was done in January and they tested fine. He stated that he must do something with the tanks in December to stay in compliance and due to the age of the tanks they must be tested annually. He stated that his options are to replace the tanks or to test them again before December. Responding to a question from Mayor Mertensotto, Mr. Kassa stated that the PCA does not assist in the cost of removing the tanks but will pay about 90% of the clean -up costs if SOS stays in compliance. SOS currently monitors the tanks daily and must install overflow spill collectors. They would install a monitoring system. The monitoring system and new pumps would go along with new tanks, and his cost varies from $40,000 to $60,000. That cost would have to be passed along to the City if the work occurs before City purchase. Mr. Kassa stated that the monitoring system and tank and pump replacement is a business decision. If the tanks were tested and found Page No. 2865 July 17, 1990 to be leaking in December SOS would have to replace them. Councilmember Cummins stated that it is his understanding that they do not have to be replaced in 1990. Councilmember Blesener stated that she thinks the long range goal is to clean up the Lexington/110 corner. It has always been in the tax increment plan to acquire the SOS property. She felt that whether or not John Duffy goes ahead with his proposed project the City has a tentative agreement with SOS and the purchase agreement price is the best price the City will get for the property. She felt that removal of SOS will facilitate doing something with the corner and pointed out that the SOS owners have been hanging on for a long time. She stated that she would rather see the City acquire the SOS property now and clean up the corner rather than keeping the owners in limbo. Councilmember Cummins stated that he does not like the idea of Mr. Kassa coming in and saying he is going to spend $50,000 to $60,000 but that he is inclined to agree with Councilmember Blesener and felt that it would be a very good idea to purchase the property now. Councilmember Anderson stated that it does not make sense for the City to buy property anywhere in the City unless there is something certain in terms of immediate development. He suggested that the City could end up waiting 10 to 20 years without development. Mr. Kassa responded that the tank test last year cost $3,500. This year it will probably cost $4,000. He has to install spillage collectors on the tank for about $2,000 at a minimum. He stated that he has no commitment from the City, Mr. Duffy or Mr. Curley as to when the Duffy project would be constructed. He felt that the best thing to do is to install new tanks and did not want to wait until freeze up before making the decision for new tanks. He further stated that he will Page No. 2866 July 17, 1990 have to do the replacement in September or October to avoid frost but that he hates to go ahead with the installation if there is a possibility of the City reaching agreement. Councilmember Anderson stated that from the City's standpoint no commitment can be made because none have been made to the City by a developer. The upgrading of Highway 55 could hold everything off for a few years. He did not feel that the City should buy property unless Council knows it will be developed in the near future. Mr. Kassa asked whether he can assume SOS could be there for 5, 10 or 15 years. Councilmember Anderson responded that if the owners want to fix up the building and develop their property they could possibly get some assurances. Councilmember Blesener asked whether Council would be satisfied if SOS dresses up the site and pointed out that it is the City's option to buy the property and facilitate development of the corner. Councilmember Cummins asked what could be done to put pressure on Mr. Duffy and Mr. Curley to give the City a yes or no on their project. Councilmember Blesener asked what the expiration date is on the development plan that has been approved. City Attorney Hart responded that one of the items Mr. Curley takes exception to is the layout of the strip mall and the fact that the corner is not being used, and also the moratorium on the residential lots and the zoning on Ethan Allen. He further stated that Mr. Curley has been convinced that if the plan is proposed to change to that extent it would basically be a new development plan. Councilmember Cummins asked whether, in an effort to accommodate SOS, it would be appropriate for Council to take some action to indicate that it intends to rescind approval of what Mr. Duffy presented within 90 days if firm action is not taken to begin the development. Attorney Hart responded that the parties have not yet entered into a developers agreement, Page No. 2867 July 17, 1990 and that he thinks it is appropriate to indicate to Mr. Curley that SOS has come before the Council and that the matter is fundamental to the development. Responding to a question from Councilmember Blesener as to whether there is money in the TIF for acquisition of SOS, Treasurer Shaughnessy responded that the funding has been available since the Curley development was approved and has been held for this purpose. Councilmember Anderson suggested that staff be directed to update and to let the developers know that it is time to get moving or Council will have to consider other options - the Council needs more certainty on what is going to happen. Mr. Kassa stated that he wants to stay in compliance with EPA. He suggested that if he had an agreement for purchase and lease-back from the City, Royal Car Service could continue to do business and SOS might close the tanks to stay in compliance with the EPA and continue selling groceries until Mr. Duffy develops or a specific date occurs. It was Council consensus to direct staff to contact Mr. Duffy, and place the matter on the agenda in 30 days so that Mr. Kassa can be given a decision as to whether the City intends to go forward with the purchase or not. Councilmember Blesener suggested that Council consider the possibility of advertising ­- somehow, asking for redevelopment proposals for (Lexington/T.H. 110) corner if Mr. Duffy's proposal does not transpire. SIBLEY PARK COMFORT Council acknowledged a tabulation of bids STATION received for the Sibley Park comfort station and a memo from Parks Project Manager Guy Kullander. Administrator Lawell noted that the low bid of $68,000 was 35% higher than what had been anticipated and informed Council that staff reviewed the bid results with Kodet Architects. He recommended that the bids be rejected and that staff be directed to work with Kodet to revise the plan, keeping the Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 Page No. 2868 July 17, 1990 functional items and eliminating the "frills." He informed Council that Kodet understands that they must design a building for $50,000. Councilmember Cummins moved to reject all bids and to direct staff to reevaluate the design and bidding options with Kodet Architectural Group and the Park and Recreation Commission. Councilmember Blesener seconded the motion. Councilmember Anderson stated that the concession aspect seems to be what is driving the price up and asked how important this is. Administrator Lawell responded that the City has had requests from the School District and Mend -Eagan that such a facility be provided and that the concession is very bare bones. CUSTODIAN Council acknowledged a memo regarding appointment of a part -time custodian for the Public Works and Fire Station buildings, on the basis of 12 hours per week to be evenly divided between the two facilities. Councilmember Cummins moved the appointment of Edward Vaillancourt, Jr. as part -time custodian for the public works and fire buildings contingent on satisfactory completion of the routine background check and pre- employment physical. Councilmember Blesener seconded the motion. Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 APPRECIATION Councilmember Anderson moved adoption of RESOLUTIONS Resolution No. 90 -49, "A RESOLUTION OF APPRECIATION FOR DISTINGUISHED SERVICE TO HOWARD DAHLGREN," and Resolution No. 90 -50, "A RESOLUTION OF APPRECIATION FOR DISTINGUISHED SERVICE TO ELIZABETH WITT." Councilmember Blesener seconded the motion. Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 BUDGET WORKSHOP Council acknowledged a memo recommending that Council schedule a budget workshop. COUNCIL COMMENTS Councilmember Hartmann asked for information on the testing of tanks at the Lilydale Standard Station. He also informed Council of historical information available in the City's Page No. 2869 July 17, 1990 records regarding Metropolitan Council review of the City's Comprehensive Plan. He also informed Council that he may be absent from the August 21st meeting. ADJOURN There being no further business to come before the Council, Councilmember Cummins moved that Ayes: 5 the meeting be adjourned. Nays: 0 Councilmember Blesener seconded the motion. TIME OF ADJOURNMENT: 10:42 o'clock A.M. Wathleen M. Swanson City Clerk ATTEST: Charles E. Mertensotto Mayor LIST OF CONTRACTORS TO BE APPROVED BY CITY COUNCIL JULY 17, 1990 General Contractors License Butler Housing Ken's Roofing Company Rem -Con, Inc. Sandvik Construction Co., Inc. Excavating Licenses Danner Landscaping Ingram Excavating, Inc. 0