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1989-06-06 Council minutesPage No. 2562 June 6, 1989 ( CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS DAKOTA COUNTY STATE OF MINNESOTA Minutes of the Regular Meeting Held Tuesday, June 6, 1989 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 Blesener, Cummins, Hartmann and Witt. AGENDA ADOPTION Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 PRESENTATION APPROVAL OF MINUTES Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 CONSENT CALENDAR Councilmember Hartmann moved adoption of the revised agenda for the meeting, as amended to move discussion on the Citizens' Park Committee report to section 8 of the agenda. Councilmember Witt seconded the motion. Mr. Jim Madigan, representing the Northern Dakota County Chamber of Commerce, presented the City Council with a plaque recognizing the cooperation exhibited to the Chamber by the City during the past year. Councilmember Cummins moved approval of the minutes of the meeting with correction. Councilmember Blesener seconded the motion. Councilmember Hartmann moved approval of the consent calendar for the meeting, amended to remove Items 5d and 5j for discussion, along with authorization for execution of any necessary documents contained therein. a. Acknowledgment of a memo regarding fire damage to the Mendota Heights Road lift station. b. Adoption of Resolution No. 89-45, "RESOLUTION ADOPTING A WETLAND PROTECTION POLICY." Page No. 2563 June 6, 1989 c. Authorization for the Mayor and City Clerk to execute a Quit Claim Deed for transfer of an easement over a portion of Lot 41, Auditor's Subdivision No.3, to Mr. & Mrs. Harry Kladis, conditioned upon receipt from Mr. & Mrs. Kladis of a quit claim deed for a relocated easement area. d. Approval of the issuance of an on-sale 3.2 Non-Intoxicating Malt Beverage License to Par # Golf, Inc. e. Approval of the Issuance of an off-sale 3.2 Non-Intoxicating Malt Beverage License to Tom Thumb Food Markets, Inc. f. Approval of the modified Critical Area site plan for Mr. Segundo Velasquez, allowing construction of a three season porch at 774 Sibley Memorial Highway in accordance with plans dated May 22, 1989, along waiver of the $100 application fee. g. Approval of Change Order No. 1, Improvement No. 89, Project No. 2, Executive Drive Improvements, for removal of excess dirt, for a project cost increase of $8,100. h. Adoption of Resolution No. 89-46, "RESOLUTION ACCEPTING WORK AND APPROVING FINAL PAYMENT FOR IMPROVEMENT NO. 86, PROJECT NO. 9," authorizing final payment of $5,563.63 to Annandale Contracting, Inc., for work completed on the Ponds of Mendota Heights and Rolling Woods 2nd Addition project. i. Acknowledgment of the Code Enforcement monthly report for May. j. Acknowledgment of the minutes of the May 23rd Planning Commission meeting. k. Approval of the list of contractor licenses dated June 6, 1989 and attached hereto. 1. Approval of the list of claims dated y Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 SMALLIDGE VARIANCE Page No. 2564 June 6, 1989 June 6, 1989 and totalling $153,005.27. Councilmember Witt seconded the motion. Mr. Ronald Smallidge was present regarding his request for a variance from the swimming pool fence height requirement. He explained that he understood the pool fence height requirement to be for four foot and has already installed a four foot fence on the south and west sides of his property. A five foot fence as required will be installed on the east property line, but he asked that Council grant a variance to allow the fencing which has already been installed. After brief discussion, Council directed staff to prepare a report on the pool fence requirement for presentation at the City Council meeting of July 11th. BALLFIELD BENCH FENCING Council acknowledged and briefly discussed a memo recommending installation of fencing in front of the players' benches at the City Hall ballfield. Ayes: 4 Nays: 1 Hartmann SOMERSET VIEW WATER PRESSURE Councilmember Hartmann stated that he opposed construction of the ballfield because he feel it is an inappropriate location and cannot support the recommendation. After brief discussion, Councilmember Cummins moved to authorize staff to expend $595 from the Park Development Fund for the purpose of installing fencing in front of the player benches at the City Hall baseball field. Councilmember Blesener seconded the motion. Council acknowledged a report from Public W Works Director Danielson regarding a complaint from Mr. Art Miller, 1 Dorset Road, over water pressure and discussed the alternatives contained in the report. Mr. Miller, present for the discussion, took exception to the staff suggestion that a St. Paul Water Department inspector PUBLIC COMMENTS Page No. 2565 June 6, 1989 review the plumbing in his home and suggest improvements. He also took exception to the fourth alternative, having individual residents add their own pressuring boosting devices as needed. Mayor Mertensotto commented that the alternative to add a pressure boosting device or water tower to the neighborhood would probably not be economically feasible. Council directed staff to ask St. Paul Water for a recommended solution and to be sure that Mr. Miller gets copies of subsequent reports on the matter. Mr. Ultan Duggan urged Council to do everything possible to convince airport officials to keep aircraft on their proper flight corridors and informed Council that an individual interested in buying his home on Hazel Court backed out because of air noise. PARK REVIEW COMMITTEE On behalf of the Citizens' Park Committee, Councilmember Blesener gave Council an oral report on the group's recommendation for an August referendum for $2.7 million in bonding to upgrade and expand the park system and an additional $700,000 to acquire additional park land as it becomes available in the community. She asked Council to endorse the recommendation and direct staff to prepare the appropriate resolution for consideration at the next meeting. Staff was directed to prepare a resolution calling for the proposed referendum for consideration on June 20th. CASE NO. 89-10 HANSON SUBDIVISION Council acknowledged a report from the Public Works Director indicating that LeRoy Hanson has decided not to pursue his request for the division of the south half of Lot 13, Lametti Addition No. 2 and the east half of Lot 1, Kirchners Addition, located on Junction Lane, in view of neighborhood objection and the recommendation for denial by the Planning Commission. Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 Page No. 2566 June 6, 1989 Public Works Director Danielson indicated that the owners of the north half of Lot 13 plan to acquire the south half from Mr. Hanson, and Mr. Hanson proposes to dedicate the east half of Lot 1, Kirchner's Addition to the City for drainage and utility purposes. Councilmember Hartmann moved adoption of Resolution No. 89 -47, "RESOLUTION REJECTING A LOT DIVISION REQUEST FOR THE EAST PART OF LOT 1, KIRCHNER ADDITION AND THE SOUTH 89.33 FEET OF LOT 13, LAMETTI'S ADDITION NO. 2." Councilmember Cummins seconded the motion. Councilmember Blesener moved to direct staff to prepare the appropriate legal document accepting the east portion of Lot 1, Kirchner Addition from LeRoy Hanson for drainage and utility purposes. Councilmember Cummins seconded the motion. Mrs. Sandra Barrot, prospective owner of Lot 13, stated that if the City will clean up the Kirchner Addition lot, removing diseased trees, etc, she will maintain it from that time forward. She also asked that the City give her access through the property to get to her property. Mayor Mertensotto responded that Council would not want to allow formal access across the property to Junction, such as a driveway, she could bike or walk across the lot. HEARING - CASE 89 -03, Mayor Mertensotto opened the meeting for DUFFY DEVELOPMENT the purpose of a public hearing on an application from Duffy Development for conditional use permit for planned unit development, and Zoning Ordinance Amendments along with consideration of variances and preliminary plat approval for the proposed redevelopment of the Curley property located at the southeast quadrant of Lexington Avenue and Highway 110. Mr. Duffy explained his proposal for a 24,000 square foot shopping center with a free - standing 3,000 square foot convenience store /gas station with a capacity to serve Page No. 2567 June 6, 1989 twelve cars, and reviewed for Council and ( ) the audience his narrative materials dated May 30, 1989. It was noted that the architectural style and exterior materials used on the shopping center and convenience store will match those used on City Hall. With respect to screening the property from the residential neighborhood, he proposed that a wall and new row of evergreens be planted and that the existing wall along Mary Adelle be removed when the trees reach a height of 12 feet. With regard to financing, Mr. Duffy indicated that he has not yet received the financing plan being prepared by his consultant. Mayor Mertensotto asked for questions and comments from the audience. Mr. Harry Wise, 2077 Timmy, expressed his concerns over a number of issues. He felt that the Planning Commission recommendation for another row of trees in the buffer area would have left more residential area and that the parcel proposed tonight is significantly smaller than it is today: the responsibility for buffering the development is being placed on the future homes. He observed that the neighborhood had requested that there be no traffic flow behind the building and suggested terminating the rear drive. He also noted that the plan proposes the largest service station so far. He stated that the topographic information shows the filling station almost at the level of the residential neighborhood, and all of the lighting for the station would shine onto the neighborhood. Mr. Wise stated that his study of the topographic information indicates that the floor of the shopping center building would be 8 1/2 feet above the centerline of the intersection and suggested that the center and convenience store elevation should be reduced 7 feet to make it less offensive to the neighborhood. With respect to the convenience station, he felt that the facility is much too large and that all of the noise and light is faced into the neighborhood. He responded to Council Page No. 2568 June 6, 1989 questions on elevations of the intersection at T.H. 110/Lexington and the Ethan Allen facility. Mr. Duffy responded to Mr. Wise's concerns. He stated that the intent of the developer is to screen the site more than it has been in the past. He stated that this will be a slab on grade project using sewer line elevations. He informed Council that the original SuperAmerica proposal was for a 4,400 square foot facility with 24-car capacity and the facility has been reduced to 3,000 square feet with 6 pumps. He stated that the station is not an all-night facility, that the light cannot protrude beyond the property, and that no diesel fuel will be available. He stated that it is his understanding that the neighborhood wants to keep the repair garage on the site and six parking stalls will be provided for it. Mrs. Judy Richalder, 2044 Patricia, asked the hours of operation proposed for the gas station and how many cars must be serviced during those hours to make the facility economically feasible. Mr. Duffy responded that the operation hours will be 7:00 a.m. to midnight and that he believes 230 cars must be serviced per day. Mrs. Joyce Farnsworth, 1090 Cullen, stated that there has been much tenant turn-over in the Mendota Plaza and she feels it is ridiculous to build a new center when the other is almost empty. Mr. Al Werthauser, 2044 Patricia, felt that Mr. Duffy has been sensitive to neighborhood wishes to keep the residential lots unchanged. He felt that the main issue is that no one in the neighborhood is interested in such a large gas station and that a 12-car capacity facility will serve as a magnet to the neighborhood. He felt that the remainder of the proposal is acceptable. He asked Mr. Duffy to show a compromise plan for a four pump facility which had been discussed at the Planning Commission meeting. Page No. 2569 June 6, 1989 Mr. Duffy displayed the plan and stated that at all of the meetings, the neighborhood has made it known they do not like the larger facility, but that it necessary to make the project economically feasible. Councilmember Blesener stated that after studying all of the materials Council has been given, it seems that the neighborhood wants an attached facility. She did not feel that the City wants to put a gas station on the corner only to be sure TIF money is recaptured, and observed that the City should be more concerned about good planning and good design. Mr. Duffy responded that he feels the economics can be worked out and also felt that everyone preferred the attached station design. Responding to a question from Mayor Mertensotto, Mr. Duffy stated that he could build the shopping center and leave SOS in place but that he feels this would be unfair to the owners of the SOS. Councilmember Blesener pointed out that one of the objectives in putting the property into the Tax Increment District was to eliminate the SOS. The City wants to clean up the corner and to maintain a feeling of open space at the intersection. She felt that something aesthetically pleasing can be accomplished and does not think there should be compromises just because of financing. Councilmember Cummins stated that he has serious reservations over the scope of the proposal and the uncertainty of design. He stated that he wants to see a solid plan not subject to change and a financing proposal that City staff finds acceptable. Administrator Frazell explained the TIF theory for the audience. He stated that Council will have to decide whether it wishes to put Tax Increment Financing into this project with the understanding that it may not pay back what is necessary in 17 years of the bond issue. He further stated that he feels what Mr. Duffy presented is Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 Page No. 2570 June 6, 1989 what the Planning Commission endorsed, but that this is not necessarily what the neighborhood wants. Councilmember Blesener stated that there are so many questions about financing that she feels it needs to be looked at as a separate issue. She suggested putting the package on hold until the financing issue has been resolved. Mayor Mertensotto felt that the developer should covenant against the residential lots that the existing berm and wall will not be removed until there is a back-up wall and berm of sufficient height to screen the development. Mr. Tom Curley responded that at some time there will be homes built on those lots which will serve as a buffer. Mayor Mertensotto responded that he does not want new homes to provide a screen for the existing neighborhood and asked whether Mr. Curley would be willing to provide the suggested covenants. Mr. Curley responded that he would covenant that he will not remove the wall or screen until there is another in place. Mr. F.B. Daniel, 2056 Timmy, stated that two primary concerns of the neighborhood at all past meetings are not satisfactorily addressed in the current plan: traffic overload at the intersection and inadequate buffering - one row of trees and a fence rather than two rows of trees and a wall that exist now. There being no further questions or comments, Councilmember Cummins moved that the hearing be continued to 8:00 P.M. on June 20th. Councilmember Witt seconded the motion. Councilmember Blesener moved to endorse in concept Plan A contingent upon a subsequent meeting to determine financing feasibility and tax increment financing participation in the plan, followed by one additional Page No. 2571 June 6, 1989 meeting to lay out the final design. Councilmember Cummins seconded the motion. Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 RECESS Mayor Mertensotto called a recess at 9:30 P.M. The meeting was reconvened at 9:40 P.M. HEARING, CASE NO. 89-14, POSTHUMUS Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 Councilmember Cummins moved to reconsider its action of May 2, 1989 pertaining to Planning Case 89-14, Posthumus Conditional Use Permit and variance request. Councilmember Witt seconded the motion. Mayor Mertensotto opened the meeting for the purpose of a public hearing on the Posthumus application for conditional use permit and variance to allow construction of a detached garage on a through lot located at 540 Annapolis. Mayor Mertensotto asked for questions and comments from the audience. Mr. Posthumus stated that his request is for a conditional use permit, variance and building permit to construct a three-car garage on Lots 9 and 10, Block 1, C.D. Pierce Addition. The structure meets all building codes and was set back 20 feet from the right-of-way at the suggestion of City staff so that cars can be parked off of the right-of-way. He stated that the Zoning Code requires a 30 foot setback but there is hardship because of the lot elevation. The Planning Commission recommended approval of the plan as proposed. Mayor Mertensotto pointed out that the hearing on the application had originally been waived at the recommendation of the Planning Commission because consent of all of the neighbors had been submitted. He stated that one of the neighbors thought there would be a ten foot setback. He asked Mr. Posthumus whether a 10 foot setback would be acceptable. Mr. Posthumus responded that this would be acceptable. He stated that there is an existing driveway and that he would have to Page No. 2572 June 6, 1989 demolish the foundation of a garage which was on the property at one time. Mr. Paul Anderson, representing Mrs. Theresa Meidlinger and Ms. Margaret Mortinson, 538 West Annapolis, stated that his clients object to the proposal. There was a misunderstanding as to the location of the garage, and his clients object to the massive size of the structure (30 by 33.3 feet) and the 20 foot setback. He stated that the proposed structure is massive and would interfere with his clients' enjoyment of their property. He suggested that the Council consider a 9 or 10 foot setback, which his clients would find acceptable -- other garages along the street are at a similar setback. He further stated that his clients are concerned that the garage might be used for car repairs, and it is proposed to be located just outside of their kitchen windows. He showed pictures of both properties. With respect to the proposed size of the garage, Mr. Posthumus stated that the size is determined by his family's needs. His home has no basement for storage and his attached garage is full. He stated that if he built a two-car garage there wouldn't be any room left in it for cars. Responding to a question from Councilmember Hartmann, City Planner Dahlgren stated that where there are double frontage lots, there is the potential for putting a garage on either end of the lot. The conditional use permit process controls which end of a lot a garage can be built on so that there is consistency with the rest of the neighborhood. He stated that in this case all of the garages are on Fremont. He also pointed out that staff suggested the 20 foot setback because this would allow cars to be parked off the right-of-way and that staff was of the understanding that Mr. Posthumus had received the agreement of his neighbors. Councilmember Blesener suggested that the five foot sideyard setback be maintained and that the garage be setback 7 feet from the Fremont property line and limit the Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 ADRIAN LOT DIVISION CASE NO. 89-18 Page No. 2573 June 6, 1989 garage to 30 feet deep so that off-street parking can be accommodated. Mrs. Posthumus stated that she explained to the objecting neighbors that it would be a three-car garage and what the setback would be, and that she did not mislead them. Mayor Mertensotto stated that Ms. Mortinson had indicated to him that she had a problem with the consent she gave and that the consent was based on her misunderstanding, which is why the public hearing is being conducted. There being no further questions or comments, Councilmember Witt moved that the hearing be closed. Councilmember Hartmann seconded the motion. Mr. Posthumus gave Council assurance that he does not and will not conduct an auto repair service on his property. Councilmember Blesener moved to grant a conditional use permit for a 33.3 by 30 foot garage to be setback a minimum of 7 feet from the south property line and a maximum distance of 37 feet north of the south property line, granting a 23 foot variance to the 30 foot setback requirement. Councilmember Witt seconded the motion. Mr. Anderson indicated that the action is acceptable to his clients. Mr. Ed Adrian was present to request approval of the division of Lots 1 and 2, Block 4, T.T. Smith Subdivision No. 2 so that the easterly half of the property can be added to his lot and the westerly portion can be added to Ms. Toni Smith's lot. After brief discussion, Councilmember Blesener moved adoption of Resolution No. 89-18, "RESOLUTION APPROVING THE LOT DIVISION OF LOTS 1 AND 2, BLOCK 4, T.T. Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 CASE NO. 89 -19, FOLEY CASE NO. 89 -20, WARD Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 ALICE LANE AREA IMPROVEMENTS Page No. 2574 June 6, 1989 SMITH'S SUBDIVISION NO. 2." Councilmember Hartmann seconded the motion. Since neither Ms. Diane Foley nor any representative was present regarding her application for variance, discussion on the matter was tabled to June 20th. Staff was directed to ask the applicant to be present for the discussion. Mr. Jeff Ward was present to request approval of a wetlands permit to allow construction of a fence at 609 Hampshire Drive. He stated that it is his understanding that the fence is 25 feet from the pond on one side and 40 feet from the pond on the other site. He informed Council that he did not realize that permits were necessary and that the fence has already been constructed. He stated that the fence does not encroach on the scenic easement area. It was also noted that approval letters had been submitted by contiguous property owners. After brief discussion, Councilmember Cummins moved to waive the public hearing and grant a wetlands permit for construction of a wooden fence consistent with the application and corrected property survey. Councilmember Hartmann seconded the motion. Councilmember Blesener was excused from the Council table to participate in discussion of the following item. Council acknowledged and discussed the feasibility report for proposed improvements to serve the Alice Lane Subdivision No. 1, located north of Wagon Wheel Trail and west of Dodd Road. Mr. Dale Johnson, 2215 Dodd Road, stated that he is definitely not in favor of the full cul de sac option and would like to see the improvements stop south of the McCoy property. Ayes: 4 Nays: 0 Ayes: 3 Nays: 1 Witt Page No. 2575 June 6, 1989 Mayor Mertensotto stated that Council must decide whether full cul de sac option is appropriate way to develop the area in the future and felt that Council should adopt a road layout plan. Ms. Blesener stated that by no means does the developer want to extend the improve- ments beyond the Eide property at this time and is requesting that the cul -de -sac be stopped on the south end of the McCoy land. Mr. Johnson stated that he has no intention of developing his property as long as he owns it and objected to consideration being given to future planning adjacent to his property. Councilmember Witt stated that she would vote against the designation of Option A as the preferred layout for the following reasons: the proposal is premature, future property owners may wish to propose a lay- out better suited to the land in question; and present property owners oppose the layout as not being in their best interest. Mayor Mertensotto pointed out that utilit- ies would only be installed as far as the McCoy property and that the full cul -de -sac option is included only to show what future planning could be. After discussion, Councilmember Witt moved adoption of Resolution No. 89 -50, "RESOLUTION ACCEPTING ENGINEER'S REPORT, ORDERING IMPROVEMENT AND PREPARATION OF PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR SANITARY SEWERS, WATER, STORM SEWERS AND STREET CONSTRUCTION TO SERVE ALICE LANE SUBDIVISION NO. 1 AND ADJACENT AREAS (IMPROVEMENT NO. 89, PROJECT NO. 3)," for Option B, subject to receipt of a final plat, a petition and waiver of hearing and a developer's agreement. Councilmember Cummins seconded the motion. Councilmember Hartmann moved to designate Option A as the preferred layout for future Alice Lane. Councilmember Cummins seconded the motion. Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 FURLONG AREA Page No. 2577 June 6, 1989 Wilt Disease Study as outlined in the proposal of May 25, 1989, and to appropriate $3,000 from the general fund balance for the project. Councilmember Hartmann seconded the motion. Council acknowledged and briefly discussed a follow up report on Furlong Area home purchases. Councilmember Blesener moved to adopt the draft policy statement regarding the City's willingness to acquire properties at the request of the owner, to authorize circulation of the statement to the Furlong neighborhood, and to invite neighborhood residents to attend the June 20th meeting. COPPERFIELD STOP SIGNS Police Chief Delmont was present and discussed his report and recommendations for stop signs in the Copperfield area. Mr. Mike Dwyer and Mr. Phil Villaume, Copperfield residents, were present to endorse Chief Delmont's recommendations. Ayes: 4 Nays: 1 Cummins COMMISSION APPOINTMENT AIRPORT COMMITTEE Chief Delmont informed Council that he hopes to be at the June 20th meeting with a proposed policy and checklist for signs so that consistent rationale can be applied to requests for signs. After discussion, Councilmember Blesener moved adoption of Ordinance No. 265, "AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 1113." Councilmember Hartmann seconded the motion. Council acknowledged a memo from Administrator Frazell regarding applications for appointment to the Parks and Recreation Commission. It was the consensus of Council that Council meet at 7:00 P.M. on June 20th to conduct interviews with the candidates. Council acknowledged a letter from Senator Knutson regarding the Airport Study Bill and appointment of members to the Airport Study Committee. Staff was directed to request a copy of the bill as adopted. DEER HUNT Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 OAK WILT Page No. 2576 June 6, 1989 Councilmember Blesener returned to the Council table. Council acknowledged a memo from the City Administrator, a draft Short -Range Recommendations Report of the Deer Management Task Force, and a proposal from the DNR for 1989/90 Minnesota Valley Deer Population Control. Mr. John Parkin from the DNR was present, and requested that Council adopt the DNR recommendation to allow a shotgun hunt in the Fort Snelling National Park area, followed by DNR sharpshooting as may be necessary to reduce the deer population to a density of 15 per square mile. He informed Council that Eagan will not allow bow hunting but has agreed to a shotgun hunt followed by sharpshooting if necessary. Council heard comments from Richard Layborn, a member of the Deer Management Task Force, who indicated that the group believes that sharpshooting is the best solution, not the public hunt, because the DNR thins the herds out selectively. Councilmember Cummins stated that in the near term he does not see a problem with authorizing both the public hunt and the sharpshooting, and that hopefully a final report and long term solution from the Task Force will be available for Council action next year. Councilmember Cummins moved to authorize the DNR request for sharpshooting and a shotgun hunt in 1989 in that portion of the Fort Snelling National Park located within the City limits. Councilmember Hartmann seconded the motion. Council acknowledged a proposal from Mike Scharrer to prepare a study of the presence and problem of oak wilt disease in the City. Councilmember Witt moved to authorize the Mayor and City staff to execute an agreement with Mr. Mike Scharrer for an Oak COMPUTER Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 COUNCIL COMMENTS ADJOURN Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 ATTEST Page No. 2578 June 6, 1989 Council acknowledged a memo from the City Clerk regarding acquisition of computer equipment for Gopher State One-Call Responses. Councilmember Hartmann moved to authorize acquisition of an Express-XT computer, color monitor, printer and modem for an amount not to exceed $2,100, to be financed by the Utility Fund. Councilmember Witt seconded the motion. Mayor Mertensotto asked whether the old Fire Station was vacated on June 1st. Administrator Frazell was directed to look into the matter. Staff was also directed to check on weeds along Lexington Avenue and South Plaza Drive, sand washing from 1016 and 1022 Chippewa, and to contact the developer at the Marie/Victoria intersection about street sweeping. Councilmember Blesener stated that the West property at Marie and Delaware is for sale and felt that it is appropriate to try to get an option on the property. Administrator Frazell stated that he would contact the school superintendent to see what the School District intentions are and will talk with the landowner and respond to Council on June 20th. There being no further business to come before the Council, Councilmember Hartmann moved that the meeting be adjourned. Councilmember Cummins seconded the motion. TIME OF ADJOURNMENT: 11:15 o'clock P.M. Charles E. Mertensotto Mayor thleen M. 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