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1987-12-01 Council minutesPage No.2224 December 1, 1987 CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS DAKOTA. COUNTY STATE OF MINNESOTA Minutes of the Regular Meeting Held Tuesday, December 1, 1987 Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the regular meeting of the City Council, City of Mendota Heights, was held at 7:30 P.M. at City Hall, 750 South Plaza Drive, 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 APPROVAL OF MINUTES Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 CONSENT CALENDAR Councilmember Hartmann moved adoption of the revised agenda for the meeting. Councilmember Witt seconded the motion. Councilmember Witt moved approval of the minutes of the November 19th meeting. Councilmember Blesener seconded the motion. Councilmember Hartmann moved approval of the consent calendar as submitted and recommended for approval as part of the regular agenda, amended to include item 9c, Poore variance application, along with authorization for execution of all necessary documents contained therein. a. Acknowledgment of the minutes of the November 24th Planning Commission meeting. b. Approval of a request from the Planning Commission to conduct a joint meeting on January 26th to discuss proposed Zoning Ordinance amendments. c. Acknowledgment of a letter from Mr.& Mrs. Douglas Geier, 1309 Kendon Lane, regarding the November 19th Council discussion on the Highway 55 Corridor Study. d. Acknowledgment of the Code Enforcement monthly report for November. Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 PUBLIC COMMENTS STREET LIGHTS Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 e. Approval Licenses attached f. Approval December Page No.2225 December 1, 1987 of the list of Contractor dated December 1, 1987 and hereto. of the List of Claims dated 1, 1988 and totaling $132,196.60. g. Approval of an application from Mr. Richard Poore, 1660 Dodd Road, for a variance from the rear yard setback requirement to allow construction of an attached garage within 25 feet of the rear property line at 1660 Dodd Road. Councilmember Cummins seconded the motion. School District Business Affairs Director Lois Rockney and School Board Member Bakewell were present to comment and ask for clarification on Council action of November 19th stipulating Comprehensive Plan language relating to development of the School Forest property. Their concern related specifically to stipulations on the use of the water area in calculating density for the property. As the result of the discussion, staff and the City Planner were directed to meet with the School District representatives and the prospective developers of the property, and, if the concerns cannot be resolved, to place the matter on the December 15th agenda. The Council acknowledged a report from the Public Works Director recommending the award of bid for installation of commercial district street lights, along with communications from J. Sander of Davis & Associates, Inc and City Attorney Tom Hart regarding Mr. Sander's position relative to Hitech versus Sterner lights. After discussion, Councilmember Blesener moved adoption of Resolution No. 87 -113, "RESOLUTION ACCEPTING BIDS AND AWARDING CONTRACT FOR INSTALLATION OF STREET LIGHTS TO SERVE THE COMMERCIAL DISTRICT OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS (IMPROVEMENT NO. 86, PROJECT NO. 11)," awarding the contract to Collins Electrical for a low bid of $321,198.00 for Alternate A. Councilmember Witt seconded the motion. Page No.2226 December 1, 1987 Councilmember Blesener asked why Sterner lights are not being installed at new City Hall. Staff was directed to notify the architects that Sterner lights should be installed. EQUIPMENT CERTIFICATES Treasurer Shaughnessy reviewed the tabulation of quotations received for the sale of $380,000 in Equipment Certificates. Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 HEARING - HILLSIDE CREEK IMPROVEMENTS Councilmember Cummins moved adoption of Resolution No. 87-114, "RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF $380,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION EQUIPMENT CERTIFICATES OF 1987, AND LEVYING A TAX FOR THE PAYMENT THEREOF," awarding the sale to Norwest Securities for its low net rate of 6.176%. Councilmember Hartmann seconded the motion. Mayor Mertensotto opened the meeting for the purpose of a public hearing on proposed public improvements to serve the Hillside Creek Addition and adjacent areas. Public Works Director Danielson reviewed the proposed project. He informed Council that the developer plans to do the grading within the plat area in the early spring and that the City would install the public utilities during the summer of 1988. He stated that while the project could be constructed to serve only the Hillside Creek plat, which would result in construction of a cul-de-sac at the end of Hillside, the Planning Commission has recommended that the street and utilities should be extended easterly, to Laura Lane. Mr. Danielson stated that the lots within the plat area could be assessed approximately $12,000 because the grading by the developer will create considerable savings for the project. With reference to the properties east of the plat, Mr. Danielson informed Council that the properties which would be affected are six platted 60 foot lots owned by the School District, and facing on the Brookside Lane right-of-way, which could be assessed about $63,000 - $21,000 per lot if the lots were combined into three 120 foot lots. He explained that the improvements to the properties outside of the plat are considerably greater because grading of the Page No.2227 December 1, 1987 right -of -way and tree removal must be included in the City's construction contract. Mr. Danielson further stated that if the project is extended easterly,the platted lots on the south side of the Brookside right -of- way would also be assessed. He stated that if the lots were combined into 120 by 120 foot lots, as recommended by staff, the assessments would be approximately $18,000 per lot. He pointed out that the Robinson lot already is served by sewer, water and street but has not been served by storm sewer. It was suggested that the lot be assessed for 25% of its frontage for street and storm sewer, for approximately $3,500. Councilmember Blesener asked why the costs are separated and why the two projects should not be considered as one even though the developer is doing his own grading. She felt that regardless of the developer grading the total project cost should be divided by the number of lots affected. Mr. Danielson responded that it is a single project but that what makes it more costly for the easterly properties is the cost of grading that portion of the project - -- this is a small project and the cost of grading and significant tree removal will be high. In response to a comment from Mr. Anderson that one excavator should be hired for the entire project, Mr. Danielson stated that if Mr. Anderson could work out an agreement with the other land owners to share an excavator it would be a good solution. Mayor Mertensotto asked for questions and comments from the audience. Mr. Blum stated that he owns a 60 by 125 foot lot which will be combined with the Schomaker lot in the future to create a single 120 by 125 foot lot Mayor Mertensotto felt the proposed assessments were very high for the lots outside of the plat, particularly for substandard lots. School District Director of Business Affairs Lois Rockney stated that the District has no plans for its lots at this time and that she Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 Page No.2228 December 1, 1987 and Board Member Bakewell are present just to see what is planned by the City. Mr. Bakewell stated that the School Board is not crazy about the possibility of $60,000 in assessments for the project. Councilmember Blesener stated that she would like to see what the actual costs could be before taking action on the project. Public Works Director Danielson suggested that Council order plans and specifications and bidding so that costs can be known, and further suggested that extension of the services to the properties outside of the plat could be treated as a deduct alternate. Mr. Schomaker asked whether the Council would consider vacating the alley right -of -way. It was the consensus of Council that staff should initiate the process necessary for vacating the unneeded rights -of -way and alley easements in the area. Council discussed the desirability of continuing the street name Brookside Lane through the Hillside Creek plat rather than using Hillside Avenue as shown on the proposed plat. Mr. Anderson stated that he would have no objection to changing the street name to Brookside. There being no further questions or comments, Councilmember Cummins moved that the hearing be closed at 8:36 P.M. Councilmember Witt seconded the motion. Councilmember Witt moved adoption of Resolution No. 87 -115, "RESOLUTION ORDERING IMPROVEMENT AND PREPARATION OF PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR SANITARY SEWERS, WATER, STORM SEWERS, AND STREET CONSTRUCTION TO SERVE HILLSIDE CREEK AND ADJACENT AREAS (IMPROVEMENT NO. 87, PROJECT NO. 2)," on the basis that extension of the public improvements to the property east of the plat and construction of a foot bridge across the creek to the Somerset School be specified as "deduct alternates." Councilmember Hartmann seconded the motion. CASE NO. 87-29, LEARNING TREE Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 HEARING - CENTEX Page No.2229 December 1, 1987 Mr. Anderson stated that he will get a cost estimate from his excavator for grading of the total street right-of-way and will contact the affected property owners. Mayor Mertensotto opened the meeting for the purpose of a public hearing on an application from Learning Tree for conditional use permit. Council acknowledged a report from Public Works Director Danielson informing Council that the applicant again requested that the hearing be continued and recommending that the hearing be closed and readvertised when the applicant is prepared to bring a proposal to Council. Mayor Mertensotto asked for questions and comments from the audience. There being no questions or comments, Councilmember Witt moved that the hearing be closed. Councilmember Blesener seconded the motion. Councilmember Cummins moved to direct staff to notify the applicants that the hearing has been closed and that they must reapply for consideration when they are ready to proceed. Councilmember Hartmann seconded the motion. Mayor Mertensotto opened the meeting for the purpose of a public hearing on applications from Centex Homes for rezoning, conditional use permit for planned unit development and preliminary plat approval for Kensington. Administrator Frazell reviewed his reports and recommendations. Mayor Mertensotto expressed concern over considering approval of the requests contingent on Metropolitan Council approval of the Southeast Area Comprehensive Plan Amendments. Administrator Frazell responded that the Metropolitan Council approvals should be back by the December 15th meeting. Councilmember Blesener stated that she must leave the December 15th meeting early and that Page No.2230 December 1, 1987 she would prefer to deal with the requests tonight. Mr. Dick Putnam, from Tandem Corporation, reviewed the history of the project, stating that Sketch Plan A had been reviewed and recommended for approval by the Planning Commission and that subsequently the Council asked the developers to prepare alternatives which would provide area for a community recreation facility on the property. He stated that Sketch Plan B was then prepared. Mr. Putnam reviewed Plan A, which provides for 540 units on 81 acres, and Plan B, which provides 500 units and incorporates approximately 23 acres of additional land to the east of the original project, and includes 40 acres of park and 62 acres of developable land. He stated that Sketch Plans A and B are being submitted to the Council, that both have been recommended by the Planning Commission who suggested that both plans be kept active because a referendum would be necessary before the City could acquire the community athletic complex land area. He stated that keeping both plans active is acceptable to Centex and that Phase I of the development works with the Plan B park alternative and also with the Plan A alternative. Mr. Tom Boyce, from Centex Homes, reviewed the proposed unit types. Mr. Putnam reviewed the site characteristics and street locations. He stated that the Planning Commission has suggested that the entire road be built at once but that the developers would prefer not to do that because they are planning to begin the project with three units in the west side of the site. He stated that the first phase will be a mix of 4 and 8 unit condominium buildings ranging in unit size from 1072 square feet to almost 1500 square feet and that some of the units will have walk-out basements. He informed Council that in the planning report for the project, the City Planner expressed concern over the number of parking spaces and asked that proof of additional parking capability be shown on the drawings. He then explained how the proof of parking was incorporated into the drawings. Mr. Boyce reviewed sketches of the buildings and the units, stating that the developer will Page No.2231 December 1, 1987 mix 4 and 8 unit manor homes throughout the site and that all of the units will have at least one attached garage. He explained that the provision of walk-outs in the units around the ponds is a new concept,untried in condominium developments. He explained that base purchase prices will vary from $70,000 to $82,000 and that various options could average $10,000 to $15,000. He stated that it is anticipated that 30 % of the buyers will be in management, 25% in sales, 25% professionals and 15 to 20% retired. In response to a question from Councilmember Blesener, Mr. Boyce stated that approximately half of the buildings will have basements and that if there is a demand, more may be added. Councilmember Blesener asked whether the buyer proportion is specific to this project and asked how the development will get by with one car, one garage per unit. Mr. Boyce stated that there will be at least one enclosed parking space for each unit and that a percentage of the buyers will be empty nesters and single people. He stated that two-car garages will be proposed in another phase of the development but that because a garage must face the street, the buildings in this phase would get too long if all units had double garages. He stated that it is definitely a trade-off for the buyer and that many could not afford the additional expense. He explained the experience he had had with a Manor Home project in Edina where detached garages had been constructed to respond to a Council request for additional enclosed spaces. Councilmember Blesener objected to parking proposed off the public streets, and stated that she does not see the need for providing as much guest parking as is shown in the proof of parking. Mr. Putnam stated that while the City regulations allow guest parking on the street, he feels it is safer to provide spaces off-street and that the spaces will be plowed by the Association. He stated that, not counting spaces in front of the garages, there are 213 parking spaces and that there are 161 garages. He stated that he has tried to address the Planner's concern that there be Page No.2232 December 1, 1987 ( ) 1.5 parking spaces per unit, not counting the spaces behind the garages. Councilmember Cummins stated that there are only 15 of the 136 units which have 2 garages and that he feels that up to half of the project could have double garages occupied by vehicles. He and Councilmember Blesener both indicated that they would rather give up some of the guest parking to provide for more garages. Mr. Putnam responded that Centex has not yet built a building with a 2-car garage and that if Centex finds that there is a demand for two-car rather than single car garages they could be added to the buildings. He stated that he is concerned that it is not known whether people would be willing to pay an additional $4,000 to $5,000 for the extra garage space, and that the buyers must make that decision. He pointed out that the model units would have two car garages on one end of the building and one-car garages on the other end. There was brief discussion over street right- of-way widths and front yard setbacks. Councilmember Cummins asked whether the City could require, in approval of a PUD, that 25% of the units (34 units) must be constructed with two-car garages. He stated that he feels it is a public safety issue. He also stated that if the developer is going to pursue the market he identified, more people will want two car garages than are provided. Mr. Boyce responded that the question is whether the buyers will want to pay the additional cost. Councilmember Blesener suggested that since the project will be phased, the two-car garages could be tested in the first phase reconsidered in later phases if necessary. Mr. Boyce stated that if people want two garages he would have no objection to building them but that he would prefer not to be required to do so. Mayor Mertensotto pointed out that the Council must be very careful in what it requires since it does not want to get into the position of Page No.2233 December 1, 1987 getting rental housing rather than owner- occupied. Mr. Boyce stated that he understands the Council's desire, that if people want two-car garages he will be glad to build them and will make sure to push for them in his marketing efforts. Councilmember Blesener felt that the guest parking provided in the proof of parking is overkill. Mr. Boyce stated that he would prefer to build the plan as originally proposed, with 2.4 spaces per unit, that additional spaces can be added to increase the ratio to 2.9. He suggested that this could be a stipulation in the developers agreement - that more spaces be available if needed, and indicated that he would be willing to bond for this requirement as part of the developer's agreement. Councilmember Blesener stated that the guest parking should be off of private drives and not off of public streets. She also suggested that the developers show proof of the possibility that additional garages could be added. Mayor Mertensotto asked for questions and comments from the audience. Mrs. Celia Kennedy asked whether there is a possibility of reducing the number of units to allow for two-car garages. Mr. Ultan Duggan suggested that 50% of the first units be required to have two garages. Mr. James Losleben, 815 Hazel Court, reminded the Council of petitions submitted in the past in opposition to any increase in density on the property. He also strongly recommended that the Council require two-car garages. Mr. Bruce Richall, 2374 Apache Court, stated that he just moved to Mendota Heights from a similar type of development in Roseville where everyone had double garages and the entire development looked like garages. He felt that there must be some kind of compromise or the development will look like a sea of garages. Page No.2234 December 1, 1987 ! i Mr. Putnam stated that multi - family developments typically include one garage per unit. He pointed out that the townhouse development in a future phase of the project includes two -car garages for each unit, but that the units are considerably more expensive. He stated that the developers are trying to appeal to many different people and is not trying to have each of his projects appeal to everyone. Mr. Boyce stated that he plans to build a model building and then pre - sell into buildings and that the buyers will determine what they want. He indicated that the buildings will take about five months each to construct. Mr. Putnam stated that the developers are experimenting to some degree: where the buildings have a walk -out level it is more costly and many people don't want walk -outs. He stated that the developers will experiment with what the market wants and that the largest unit, basement included, will be about 2300 square feet. He expected that the buyers of those units will want two -car garages. Mr. Losleben stated that in all past discussions he has not seen manor homes and that all the townhouses had double garages. Mr. Putnam responded that he has shown slides of every project Centex has built and that perhaps the reason Mr. Losleben has not seen the proposed manor homes is because at one of the earlier meetings Council asked him to add basements and two car garages and larger units to what Centex had proposed. He stated that to say that he has not shown condominium units as well as townhouses is not true and that he has represented precisely what Centex has built. The only changes made to the buildings were done to respond to what Council has asked. Mayor Mertensotto suggested continuing the hearing until a response has been received from the Metropolitan Council on the Comprehensive Plan amendments. He pointed out that the Council options are to table action or to make action contingent on Metropolitan Council approval and that what is before the Council is consideration of a conditional use permit for Phase I of Kensington and sketch Page No.2235 December 1, 1987 ) plan approval for the entire Kensington development. Councilmember Cummins felt that some of the parking spaces should be removed. He also stated that Council hasn't made any changes in the comprehensive plan for the housing areas south of Mendota Heights Road since the Southeast Area amendments were made two years ago. He pointed out that there is high density indicated in the sketch plan where the comprehensive plan shows MR. He asked whether the Council would be backing into a change by approving the proposed sketch plan. Administrator Frazell stated that Council could either go through a comprehensive plan amendment process but that Planner Dahlgren has stated that combining and averaging the district, if the total density is consistent with the density in the comprehensive plan, is allowed in the PUD ordinance. In response to a concern expressed by Mayor Mertensotto, Administrator Frazell stated that both he and Planner Dahlgren are confident that what the process being followed is consistent with the comprehensive plan. City Attorney Tom Hart concurred with the statements made by Administrator Frazell and stated that he would be prepared to document his support in writing should the Council so desire. Councilmember Cummins noted that Plan A includes 540 units on 81 acres of land and that Plan B indicates 500 units on 102 acres or 62 acres after park space is excluded. Regarding Plan A, Mr. Putnam stated that there are 540 units proposed on 80 acres, 10.5 acres of which is park property and 10 acres of which is trails, leaving 60 acres of land on which to construct the 540 units. Plan B is approximately 100 acres, 60 acres of which is developable and on which 500 units are proposed. Councilmember Cummins noted that density under Plan B is roughly 25% less than Plan A in terms of overall acres. Mr. Putnam responded that while the statement is true it is unfair in a sense since a great deal of the property is taken out of housing and put into park. He pointed out that Plan B Page No.2236 December 1, 1987 is actually more dense than Plan A in the area that is being developed. He stated that the developers had planned on lower density units, more single family and townhouses, on Plan A, and that the simplest action would be for the City to buy the park land at the price the developer pays for it and the developer could then develop Plan A with MR and LR types of housing. Mr. Ultan Duggan stated that as a Planning Commission member he voted against Plan A and for Plan B. Mr. Bernard Friel stated that during the discussions on the Southeast Area amendments several years ago one of the motivations for multiple family rather than single family was aircraft noise and among the items discussed was that there are less entrances and fewer outdoor amenities in multiple family developments. He stated that he does not see that that is present in these plans. He asked whether an EAW was prepared and if one had been submitted to the Metropolitan Council. Responding to the density issue, he stated that it doesn't matter if HR and MR are next to each other, the City must stick to the comprehensive plan, and he disagreed with Administrator Frazell and Attorney Hart on the issue. With reference to the Environmental Assessment Worksheet, Administrator Frazell responded that the EAW has been submitted to the Metropolitan Council and all other agencies as required. Councilmember Cummins stated that Council is being asked to approve Plan B which shows a community park. He informed the audience that there was a great deal of concern at a joint meeting with the Park Commission this morning over whether a bond issue could be passed in the spring. He stated that before Council proceeds any further with Plan B he would like to have an assurance from Mr. Friel of his support for a community park in this area, as submitted in Plan B. Mr. Friel stated that without respect to what happens to the remainder of the area he will do everything he can to support a bond issue Page No.2237 December 1, 1987 to raise funds to provide a park on the subject property. Mr. Losleben stated that he would strongly support the proposed location of a community park and that he would spend more time in support of the bond issue than he has spent in getting petitions against development of this project. Mr. Duggan agreed and stated that if the City approves Plan A it will be a loser and he will work very strongly in support of the recreation area. There being no further questions or comments, Councilmember Cummins moved that the hearing be continued to 8:00 P.M. on December 15th. Councilmember Hartmann seconded the motion. Administrator Frazell suggested that Council adopt the proposed ordinance number 245 to implement the Southeast Area Comprehensive Plan Amendment. Councilmember Cummins moved adoption of Ordinance No. 245, "AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE MENDOTA HEIGHTS ZONING ORDINANCE." Councilmember Witt seconded the motion. Mr. Putnam expressed concern over timing. He stated that there are a number of legal details that must be accomplished between any approvals and January 1st, that if what Centex is proposing is acceptable to the Council a number of agreements must be drafted. He stated that if he must start again from ground zero on December 15th he may run out of time in drafting and getting agreements to the Council. He stated that there has been a great deal of discussion over the development and asked whether Council wants him to proceed with what he believes Council wants. Administrator Frazell stated that the City's staff and the developer should proceed with drafting agreements now so that they are ready for Council review on the fifteenth. He stated that Council has raised many good issues tonight and that staff can proceed to draft what he believes Council wants. Page No.2238 December 1, 1987 RECESS Mayor Mertensotto called a recess at 10:35 P.M. The meeting was reconvened at 10:44 P.M. DAMAGE CLAIM Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 The Council acknowledged a claim from Mr. Bernard Karon, 1781 Summit Lane, for damages incurred as the result of a "water hammer" which occurred during City clean -up after the July storm. Council also acknowledged an associated report from the Public Works Director. Mr. Karon, present for the discussion, informed Council on the damage and the damage repairs which were required. He explained that he is asking to be reimbursed for his time and that of his wife because they chose to do the clean -up rather than hiring it done commercially at estimated costs of $180 to $250. After discussion on the matter, Councilmember Hartmann moved that Mr. Karon be reimbursed $200 for damages subject to his submission of a release to the City. Councilmember Witt seconded the motion. PARK PLACE 2ND ADDITION On the recommendation of the Planning Commission, Councilmember Cummins moved approval of the preliminary plat for the Park Place 2nd Addition. Councilmember Hartmann seconded the motion. Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 CRAY RESEARCH Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 CITY HALL FINANCING Mr. Mark Merrill, from Architectural Alliance, was present to request approval of the issuance of a building permit for an 8300 square foot computer facility addition to the southwest corner of the Cray facility adjacent to Highway 13. Councilmember Cummins moved approval of the issuance of the requested building permit subject to staff review and approval of the plans. Councilmember Hartmann seconded the motion. Councilmember Hartmann moved adoption of Resolution No. 87 -116, "RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING FUND TRANSFERS FOR CITY HALL CONSTRUCTION." Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 Page No.2239 December 1, 1987 Councilmember Witt seconded the motion. AMM POLICIES Council briefly discussed the proposed 1988 AMM Legislative Policies. BOARD OF REVIEW Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 RAILROAD CROSSING Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 Councilmember Hartmann moved that the annual Board of Review for 1988 be conducted at 7:30 P.M. on Tuesday, April 12, 1988. Councilmember Witt seconded the motion. On the recommendation of the Public Works Director, Councilmember Cummins moved adoption of Resolution No. 87-117, "RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF SOO LINE RAILROAD PERMIT NO. 27743," to allow the City to auger a watermain casing under the tracks at Northland Drive and T.H. 55. Councilmember Hartmann seconded the motion. PERSONNEL The Council acknowledged and briefly discussed a report from the City Administrator ( i responding to a Council request concerning Public Works use of overtime hours. YORKTON IMPROVEMENTS MISCELLANEOUS The Council acknowledged a report from the Public Works Director and letters from Robert J. Huber, representative for Brown & Cris, Inc., relative to a claim from Brown & Cris for compensation for extra costs in connection with the Yorkton Centre Pointe South contract. City Attorney Tom Hart stated that the claim is in the amount of $6,130. It was noted that litigating the issue could be more costly than settling the claim, and after discussion, it was Council consensus to direct Attorney Hart to negotiate the matter with authorization to settle the claim for an amount not to exceed $3,000. Council acknowledged a request from Mr. & Mrs. Carey, 976 Douglas Road, for waiver of the building permit fee for remodeling work required as the result of storm damage to their home. It was Council consensus that the permit fee should be waived. COUNCIL COMMENTS ADJOURN Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 ATTEST: Page No.2240 December 1, 1987 Councilmember Hartmann informed the Council that he would be late for the December 15th meeting. Councilmember Blesener informed the Council that she must leave the December 15th meeting early. Councilmember Blesener asked that staff check the condition of the streets in the Furlong area in response to the letter from the Geiers. There was brief discussion on noticing the Furlong area residents that pumping of septic systems onto streets and yards is illegal. 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: 11:10 P.M. Charles E. Mertensotto Mayor ath een M. Swanson City Clerk LIST OF CONTRACTORS TO BE APPROVED BY CITY COUNCIL ON DECEMBER 1, 1987 Concrete License: Tom Ostertag Masonry Excavating License: Dakota Plumbing Gas Piping License: Air Flow Systems, Inc. Bruce Nelson Plumbing & Heating General Contractors Licenses: Christ Construction, Inc. C.J. Homes The Joseph Company, Inc. Kingswood Builders, Inc. RK & T Construction, Inc. Heating & Air Conditioning License: Red Wing Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc.