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1987-05-05 Council minutesPage No. 2428 May 5, 1987 CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS DAKOTA COUNTY, MINNESOTA STATE OF MINNESOTA Minutes of the Regular Meeting Held Tuesday, May 5, 1987 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, 750 South Plaza Drive, Mendota Heights, Minnesota. Mayor Mertensotto called the meeting to order at 7:37 o'clock P.M. The following members were present: Mayor Mertensotto, Councilmembers.Blesener, Cummins, and Hartmann. Councilmember Witt had notified the members that she would be late. AGENDA ADOPTION Councilmember Hartmann moved adoption of the agenda for the meeting, including items contained in the add -on agenda. Councilmember Cummins seconded the motion. Ayes: 4 Nays: 0 APPROVAL OF MINUTES Ayes: 4 Nays: 0 Ayes: 4 Nays: 0 CONSENT CALENDAR Councilmember Blesener moved approval of the minutes of the April 21 joint meeting. Councilmember Cummins seconded the motion. Councilmember Hartmann moved approval of the minutes of the April 22 regular meeting with corrections. Councilmember Blesener seconded the motion. Councilmember Cummins moved approval of the consent calendar as submitted and recommended for approval as part of the regular agenda, along with authorization for execution of all necessary documents contained therein. a. Acknowledgement of April 28 Planning Commission minutes. b. Acknowledgement of the March Code Enforcement report. c. Acknowledgement of a letter from the Dakota County HRA regarding 1987 Community Development Block Grant Funds. d. Acknowledgement of a memo from Divine Ayes: 4 Nays: 0 BID AWARD Ayes: 4 Nays: 0 CASE 87- 03/04, TANDEM /KING, REZONING, PRELIMINARY PLAT HEARING Page No. 2429 May 5, 1987 Redeemer Ambulance Service. e. Acknowledgement of a memo on the extension of the City's office lease with Dakota County State Bank. f. Approval of the List of Claims dated May 5, 1987 and totalling $120,543.65, deleting manual check #11384 in the amount of $44.00. g. Approval of the List of contractor licenses dated May 5, 1987, and attached hereto. h. Approval of the issuance of Cigarette Licenses to Twin City Vending Co., Inc., Mendakota Country Club, and DVM, Inc. i. Approval of the issuance of rubbish haulers licenses to Roadway Rubbish and Triangle Services. Councilmember Hartmann seconded the motion. Two bids were received for improvements to serve Spring Creek Acres and Valley Curve Estates. Orfei Contracting's bid was for $145,403.82 and Lake Area Utility Contracting submitted a bid of $157,520.00. Both bids were about 30% over the engineers estimate of $110,000. Councilmember Hartmann moved to accept the two bids and to table action to the May 19 meeting. Councilmember Blesener seconded the motion. Mayor Mertensotto called the hearing to order for the purpose of a public hearing to consider an application from Tandem Corporation, Copperfield Associates, and R.A. Putnam & Associates, to rezone and subdivide part of the SE 1/4 of Section 25, and Outlots A, B, and C, Copperfield 2nd Addition. Mr. Dick Putnam was present to explain the proposal and answer any questions. He noted that Copperfield II would be replatted to allow three lots previously part of Copperfield II to be platted in Copperfield III and that there would be a total of 71 lots in Copperfield III addition. Sixty -one single family lots are proposed for Hampshire Estates. He advised that the roadway alignments were changed and lots lines around the pond had been Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 Page No. 2430 May 5, 1987 adjusted to meet the 100 foot setbacks. Councilmember Witt arrived at 7:51 P.M. Mr. Putnam addressed the park issue, noting that originally two parks were preferred, but that the Park and Recreation Commission was satisfied with one park containing 5.7 acres, which exceeds the 10% park land dedication. He also noted that if their request is granted by the DNR to fill part of the pond, the park size would be increased to 6.25 acres. Mr. Putnam stated that a five foot concrete sidewalk would be installed as well as an eight foot bituminous trail system, if the Park Commission wishes. He also noted that all lots in Copperfield I and II are sold. Lot sizes in Phase I average 18,300 square feet. Phase II average lot sizes are 19,000 square feet, and Phase III would be 20,500 square feet. Mayor Mertensotto asked how many lots will require a wetlands permit. Mr. Putnam responded that there are probably five lots needing wetlands variances and that all homes will be constructed four feet above the DNR established high water mark. He also added that Tandem creates and grades the building pad and guarantees the soil to make sure that everything is satisfactory. Mayor Mertensotto asked for questions or comments from the audience. No one from the audience responded. Councilmember Blesener noted that she liked the street patterns in Copperfield, but she would like to see the discouragement of through streets and asked if one of the through streets could be made into a cul-de-sac. Mr. Putnam responded that the streets in the plat are not designed for speed. Mr. John Karwacki, the engineer who designed the ponds, was present and noted that there are many dead trees around the ponds which will be taken out. There being no further comments Councilmember Hartmann moved to hearing at 8:16 P.M. Councilmember Witt seconded the or questions, close the public motion. Councilmember Cummins expressed concern with the Page No. 2431 May 5, 1987 four lots having substandard frontages and asked if one lot could be removed from the plat to adjust the lot lines, enlarging the substandard lots. Mr. Putnam stated that the minimum lot frontages should be 90 feet, not some at 80 feet as indicated on the plat. He noted that he will try to make them 95 feet wide, but that for sure, no lots will be less than 90 feet wide. Mayor Mertensotto asked if any Councilmember objected to rezoning the property from R-1A to R- 1, or if anyone objected to approving the preliminary plat subject to changing the lot widths as suggested during the hearing. No one objected to the requests. Mr. Putnam noted that the grading and utilities will be the same as for Copperfield II, with Tandem being responsible for doing the grading and utility work, rather than the City performing the work. Councilmember Blesener asked about the 55 foot right-of-way in Hampshire Estates. Public Works Director Danielson responded that the narrower right-of-way will not cause a change in the standard street width. Mr. Putnam also noted that a snow fence will be erected across the Weed property to help keep trash and trespassers off her property and also that the property will be posted. It was the concensus of the City Council that approval of the rezoning and preliminary plat for Copperfield III and Hampshire Estates would be granted after the State of Minnesota enacts the enabling legislation for the noise ordinance and after the Metropolitan Council approves the Comprehensive Plan amendment. These requests may be considered at the May 19 City Council meeting, subject to the necessary State and Met Council approvals. STRATFORD The feasibility hearing for Stratford Woods was WOODS FEASIBIL- continued from April 7, and the developer, Terry ITY HEARING Dobie, asked that the hearing be continued to May 19, to allow time to resolve problems. Councilmember Witt moved to continue the feasibility hearing to May 19, at 8:00 P.M. Councilmember Hartmann seconded the motion. Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 UNISYS PARKING LOT EXPANSION Page No. 2432 May 5, 1987 Council acknowledged receipt of a request from Ryan Construction to allow construction of 53 additional parking spaces in the southeast corner of the Unisys facility, located at 2465 Lexington Avenue. No one was present for the discussion. Staff had determined that their request totally complied with ordinance requirements. Councilmember Cummins moved approval of the request for expansion of the parking lot to create 53 additional parking spaces at 2465 Lexington Avenue. Councilmember Witt seconded the motion. Ayes: 4 Nays: 0 Abstain: 1, Hartmann CASE NO. 87-08, ST. PAUL'S UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, SUBDIV- ISION Mr. William Gydesen, Chairman of the Church Board was present to request approval of a five lot single family subdivision to be located east of St. Paul's United Methodist Church. It was noted that all lots meet or exceed all of the city's ordinance requirements. Councilmember Cummins moved approval of the preliminary plat of Wesley Addition. Councilmember Hartmann seconded the motion. Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 CASE NO. 87-10, Mr. Jim Losieben, 815 Hazel Court, was present LOSLEBEN, WETLAND to request approval of a wetlands permit to PERMIT allow construction of a 28 foot round swimming pool in the southwest corner of his property, which would be within six feet of the pond. He noted that his pool would be from 4 feet to 7 feet deep. Councilmember Cummins moved approval of the wetlands permit as requested, allowing construction of a swimming pool within six feet of the pond which is partially located at 815 Hazel Court. Councilmember Witt seconded the motion. Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 ROLLING WOODS/ Mr. David Doyle, surveyor from Tri Land THE PONDS, PLANS Surveying, was present to request final plat & SPECS approval for Rolling Woods. Mr. Floyd Unruh, Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 Page No. 2433 May 5, 1987 developer, was also present to answer questions. The Council acknowledged receipt of the plans and specifications for sewers, water, and streets to serve The Ponds of Mendota Heights and Rolling Woods. Councilmember Blesener asked why a 20 foot wide drain tile easement was shown on Lot 9, Block 1, Rolling Woods. She expressed concern with the City's liability in having to maintain it. City Attorney Hart felt the 20 foot wide drain tile easement should be eliminated from the plat and that the City should have no responsibility for the easement, that it should be a private matter between the lot owners. Mr. Unruh noted that Mr. Houchens had installed the drain tile in 1949 and that the City had not maintained it in the past, but that the engineering staff had requested that it be shown on the plat. Another concern Council expressed was over the width of the drainage easement between the lots. Mr. Unruh noted that the Public Works Director suggested widening the drainage easement to 10 feet on either side of the back lots. Councilmember Cummins moved adoption of Resolution No. 87 -41, "RESOLUTION APPROVING FINAL PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND AUTHORIZING ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS FOR IMPROVEMENTS TO SERVE THE PONDS OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS AND ROLLING WOODS (IMPROVEMENT NO. 86, PROJECT NO. 9)." Councilmember Blesener seconded the motion. It was the concensus of the Council that final plat approval for Rolling Woods would be acted upon at a later date, after Dakota County approvals were granted and the changes noted at this meeting were incorporated into the final plat. UNITED PROPERTIES Mr. Dale Glowa was present to request a 20 foot SIGN VARIANCE setback variance to allow installation of a sign at the Cray Research building on Mendota Heights Road and Enterprise Drive. This property is located at 1340 Mendota Heights Road and is Lot 3, Block 1, Mendota Heights Business Center 2nd Addition. Mr. Glowa noted that the request is for better sign visibility and it will not visually obstruct traffic. It is the exact same Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 FIRE DEPARTMENT MEDICAL RESPONSE POLICY MARRIOTT LIQUOR LICENSE Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 PERSONNEL Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 Ayes: 5 Page No. 2434 May 5, 1987 sign as the one for Northland Insurance Company and Contel, and will be internally lit. Councilmember Blesener moved approval of a 20 foot setback variance to allow placement of a sign at 1340 Mendota Heights Road. Councilmember Witt seconded the motion. The Council acknowledged receipt of a memo from Fire Chief Maczko and Police Chief Delmont relative to the fire department's response to medical runs, and expressed their appreciation for their efforts to "tighten up" the types of medical calls on which the fire department will be called out. The Council acknowledged receipt of a memo from Police Chief Delmont reporting on his favorable investigation of the Courtyard by Marriott establishments in Virginia and Maryland. Chief Delmont introduced Kevin Beauvais, the manager of the Mendota Heights Courtyard by Marriott. Mayor Mertensotto noted that this will be the first liquor license issued in Mendota Heights and Mr. Beauvais noted that the grand opening is scheduled for June 13. Mayor Mertensotto welcomed Mr. Beauvais to the community. Councilmember Cummins moved approval of granting a liquor license for "limited service" to the Courtyard by Marriott hotel. Councilmember Hartmann seconded the motion. Councilmember Hartmann moved that Patrolman Jeffrey Piotraschke be given permanent status appointment as a patrolman effective May 1, 1987. Councilmember Biesener seconded the motion. The Council acknowledged receipt of a letter of resignation from Captain Gene Lange, effective June 30, 1987. Councilmember Witt moved to accept with great regret, Captain Lange's resignation effective June 30, 1987. Councilmember Hartmann seconded the motion. Page No. 2435 May 5, 1987 Nays: 0 BARTON-ASCHMAN The Council discussed the need for a proposed CONTRACT contract with Barton-Aschman Associates to study the Riley site as a possible athletic complex site. Councilmember Blesener felt the money was being thrown away, as she expressed confidence in resolving the matter with School District 197. Mayor Mertensotto felt that the maximum expenditure for the proposed contract should be $3,000, including all out of pocket expenses. Councilmember Cummins moved approval of the contract as amended to reflect that compensation for the stated tasks in the proposal shall not exceed $3,000, including out of pocket expenses. Councilmember Hartmann seconded the motion. Ayes: 3 Nays: 2, Blesener, Witt MET COUNCIL It was the desire of the Council to be put on PLANNING the mailing list of the Metropolitan Council for future information on their planning efforts. PERSONNEL Councilmember Blesener moved the appointment of Nancy J. Platz to the position of Clerk- Receptionist, at Step A, Grade I of the 1987 pay matrix effective April 27, 1987. Councilmember Witt seconded the motion. Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 LMC BOARD Councilmember Hartmann moved to endorse the nomination of Elizabeth Witt for Vice-President of the League of Minnesota Cities Board of Directors, and the endorsement of Betty Sindt for a position of the League's Board of Directors. Councilmember Blesener seconded the motion. Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 PARK BOND COSTS Council acknowledged receipt of a memo from Treasurer Shaughnessy outlining expenses incurred in the Park Bond Referendum to April 15, 1987, and totalling $39,221.22. MISCELLANEOUS The Council acknowledged a memo relative to dog training in the Copperfield addition and felt that the police department should enforce Minnesota Statute 100.29, Subd. 20, which PAR 3 GOLF COURSE Page No. 2436 May 5, 1987 prohibits training of hunting dogs in fields between April 16 and July 14. Mayor Mertensotto informed the Council that he had been approached by Eugene Schway, one of the owners of the Par 3 golf course, to see if the City might be interested in purchasing and maintaining the golf course. The Council agreed that this matter should be discussed by the Park and Recreation Commission and staff for further feedback and comments. MISCELLANEOUS Councilmember Witt noted problems with the Boyd Ratchye assessments upon sale of his property at 1844 Dodd Road. She also asked what the developers intention is concerning grading the property at Dodd and Marie. ADJOURN Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 Councilmember Biesener asked if a bike trail could be included when Wagon Wheel Trail is resurfaced. Councilmember Cummins asked what the status is of 1987 MSA construction, particularly regarding Huber Drive and Mendota Heights Road. Councilmember Hartmann noted that construction trash on the south side of Fourth Avenue needs to be cleaned up. 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: 9:41 o'clock P.M. Mary n DeLaRosa Deputy Clerk ATTEST: 2.44 Charles E. Mertensotto Mayor LIST OF CONTRACTORS TO BE APPROVED BY CITY COUNCIL - . ON MAY 5,198T Excavating License: Bob Freiermuth Sanitation Maplewood Sewer and Water Rauchwarter Inc. Fencing License: Able Fence Inc. General Contractor's Licenses: Arteka Joseph D. Farrington Exteriors Lake Region Construction O'Malley Construction Co. Dan Dietrich Construction Inc. Eagle Fire Protection Co. J. A. Development Doug Speedling Wenzel Plumbing & Heating Inc. Gas Piping License: Stein Air - Earl Arneson, Jr. All American Mechanical Inc. Masonry License: Carlson Masonry Dahn Buiders, Inc. Beaver Construction Asphalt Specialties E. L. Bulach Construction Co. Inc. 1987 Cigarette Licenses to be Approved by City Council: Twin City Vending Co., Inc. Mendota Country Club Inc. DVM Inc. 1987 Rubbish Haulers Licenses: Roadway Rubbish Triangle Services