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1987-03-03 Council minutesPage No. 2399 March 3, 1987 CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS DAKOTA COUNTY STATE OF MINNESOTA Minutes of the Regular Meeting Held Tuesday, March 3, 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 7:30 o'clock P.M. The following members were present: Mayor Mertensotto, Councilmembers Blesener, Cummins, Hartmann. Councilmember Witt had notified the Council 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 Blesener seconded the motion. Ayes: 4 Nays: 0 APPROVAL OF MINUTES ( Ayes: 4 Nays: 0 Ayes: 4 Nays: 0 CONSENT CALENDAR Councilmember Cummins moved approval of the minutes of the February 17th meeting. Councilmember Hartmann seconded the motion. Councilmember Cummins moved approval of the minutes of the February 24th Joint Council/Planning Commission meeting. 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. Acknowledgment of the minutes of the February 24th Planning Commission meeting. b. Approval of the purchase of a Motorola Syntor X mobile radio for the new fire pumper from Motorola Communications & Electronics, Inc. for $2,745.00. c. Approval of the purchase of ten self-contained breathing apparatus for the Fire Department from Fire Safety and Communications Corporation for the purchase price of $898.45 per unit. Ayes: 4 Nays: 0 CHAMBER OF COMMERCE WEEK Ayes: 4 Nays: 0 PRESENTATION OF APPRECIATION ABATEMENT Ayes: 4 Nays: 0 FEASIBILITY HEARING -- PARK PLACE Page No. 2400 March 3, 1987 d. Adoption of Resolution No. 87 -15, "RESOLUTION REVISING SCHEDULE OF FEES FOR ADMINISTRATIVE AND ENGINEERING SERVICES." e. Approval for Paul f. Approval 1987 and of a critical area modified site plan Katz, 1855 Hunter Lane (CAO 87 -02). of the List of Claims dated March 3, totalling $134,746.66. g. Approval of the list of contractor licenses dated March 3, 1987 and attached hereto. h. Acknowledgment of the building activity report for February. Councilmember Hartmann seconded the motion. Councilmember Hartmann moved that Mayor Mertensotto proclaim the week of April 21 -25, 1987 as Chamber of Commerce Week in Mendota Heights. Councilmember Blesener seconded the motion. Mayor Mertensotto awarded a Certificate of Appreciation to Mary Jeanne Schneeman for her service on the Park and Recreation Commission. Assistant County Assessor Bill Peterson was present to request approval of a tax abatement. Councilmember Cummins moved to grant an abatement to Daniel and Mary Caruso for Parcel NO. 27- 30700- 090-00, reducing the assessed value from 5236 to 3500 for taxes payable in 1987. Councilmember Hartmann seconded the motion. Mayor Mertensotto opened the meeting for the purpose of a public hearing on proposed improvements to serve the Park Place Addition and adjacent areas. Public Works Director Danielson reviewed the feasibility study and stated that the project was initiated by petition from the developers. He pointed out that there are two parcels of land at the south end of the plat which are not owned by the developers and which would be affected by the project. Mr. Danielson stated that the lots within Ayes: 4 Nays: 0 Ayes: .4 Nays: 0 DEER TRAIL HILLS Page No. 2401 March 3, 1987 the plat would be assessed approximately $12,000 to $13,000 each, the cost to the Zwach property would be approximately $14,000 and the Nelson property could be assessed approximately $28,000. Mayor Mertensotto asked for questions and comments from the audience. Mrs. Grace Zwach, 1575 Wachtler Avenue, stated that she does not know why her property should be assessed for sewer and water because she has already paid for those improvements years ago. She also expressed concern that the street will be very close to her home. Public Works Director Danielson responded that the City will need to acquire seven feet of right -of- way from Mrs. Zwach and that the edge of the right - of -way would be about 23 feet from her home. Mayor Mertensotto directed that the Public Works Director make an appointment with Mrs. Zwach to discuss her concerns. Mr. Philip Nelson, 1573 Wachtler Avenue, stated that their property is served by City water now and expressed concern over the cost for the proposed improvements. There being no further questions or comments, Councilmember Cummins moved that the hearing be closed at 8:48 P.M. Councilmember Hartmann seconded the motion. Councilmember Cummins moved adoption of Resolution No. 87 -16, "RESOLUTION ORDERING IMPROVEMENT AND PREPARATION OF PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR SANITARY SEWERS, WATER, STORM SEWERS AND STREET CONSTRUCTION TO SERVE PARK PLACE SUBDIVISION AND ADJACENT AREAS (IMPROVEMENT NO. 86, PROJECT NO. 12) ." Councilmember Hartmann seconded the motion. The Council reviewed bids received for construction of public improvements to serve the Deer Trail Hills plat. Councilmember Cummins moved adoption of Resolution No. 87 -17, "RESOLUTION ACCEPTING BIDS AND AWARDING CONTRACT FOR CONSTRUCTION OF SANITARY SEWER, WATER, STORM SEWER AND STREET CONSTRUCTION TO SERVE DEER Page No. 2402 March 3, 1987 TRAIL HILLS (IMPROVEMENT NO. 86, PROJECT NO. 10)," awarding the contract to Larry's Excavating for their low bid of $81,074.50. Councilmember Blesener seconded the motion Ayes: 3 Nays: 0 ( ) Abstain: 1 Hartmann MENDAKOTA ESTATES The Council reviewed bids received for construction of public improvements to serve the Mendakota Estates plat. Councilmember Cummins moved adoption of Resolution No. 87-18, "RESOLUTION ACCEPTING BIDS AND AWARDING CONTRACT FOR CONSTRUCTION OF SANITARY SEWER, WATER, STORM SEWER AND STREET CONSTRUCTION TO SERVE MENDAKOTA ESTATES SUBDIVISION (IMPROVEMENT NO. 86, PROJECT NO. 8)," awarding the contract to Lake Area Utility Contracting, Inc. for their low bid of $379,347.99. Councilmember Hartmann seconded the motion. Ayes: 4 Nays: 0 TAX ANTICIPATION CERTIFICATES The Council reviewed a tabulation of bids received for the sale of tax anticipation certificates. Councilmember Blesener moved adoption of Resolution No. 87-19, "RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF $500,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION TAX ANTICIPATION CERTIFICATES OF 1987," awarding the bid to Norwest Securities for a net interest rate of 4.29%. Councilmember Cummins seconded the motion. Ayes: 4 Nays: 0 COUNTRY CLUB Mr. Ronald Lagerquist was present on behalf of MARKETS Country Club Markets to request approval of a building permit for construction of a warehouse at 1460 Sibley Memorial Highway. Mr. Lagerquist stated that Country Club representatives have met with Councilmember Blesener and City staff since the last Council discussion on the matter. He reviewed a proposed plan, developed as the result of the discussion, which increases the landscaping and screening proposed in prior plans. After discussion, Councilmember Blesener moved approval of the issuance of the building permit as requested subject to staff review of completed plans and specifications and subject to receipt of a signed statement from the owners confirming their Ayes: 4 Nays: 0 ) HIGHWAY IMPROVEMENTS MENDOTA INTER- CHANGE CABLE COMMISSION Ayes: 4 Nays: 0 STRATFORD WOODS Page No. 2403 March 3, 1987 intent to develop the site in accordance with the plan reviewed this evening and to comply with the conditions presented in Mr. Lagerquist's February 24th letter and those required by staff. Councilmember Hartmann seconded the motion. Mr. Dan Berklund, from Mn /DOT, reviewed proposed plans for Mendota Interchange improvements, and the reconstruction of the Mendota Bridge. The Council acknowledged receipt of letters from three individuals interested in appointment to the NDC -4, Judy Skoglund, Mike Sokol, and Ron Rogoscheske. Mr. Sokol and Mr. Rogoscheske were present for the discussion and reviewed their qualifications and interest for the Council. After discussion, Councilmember Cummins moved that Michael Sokol be appointed to fill the vacancy on the Commission created by the resignation of Dave Zemke. Councilmember Blesener seconded the motion. The Council thanked Mr. Rogoscheske and informed him that his resume will be kept on file and he would be informed in the event of a vacancy on the Board or other Cable agencies. Staff was directed to research whether terms on the Commission are to be indefinite. The Council acknowledged and briefly discussed the feasibility report for proposed improvements to serve the Stratford Woods plat and adjacent areas. Councilmember Witt arrived at 8:48 P.M. Councilmember Cummins moved adoption of Resolution No. 87 -20, "RESOLUTION ACCEPTING ENGINEER'S REPORT AND CALLING FOR HEARING ON PROPOSED SANITARY SEWER, WATER, STORM SEWER, AND STREET IMPROVEMENTS TO SERVE STRATFORD WOODS AND ADJACENT AREAS (IMPROVEMENT NO. 86, PROJECT NO. 13)," the hearing to be held on April 7th. Councilmember Hartmann seconded the motion. Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 VALLEY CURVE Councilmember Hartmann moved adoption of Resolution ESTATES /SPRING No. 87 -21, "RESOLUTION APPROVING FINAL PLANS AND CREEK ACRES Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 Page No. 2404 March 3, 1987 SPECIFICATIONS AND AUTHORIZING ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS FOR IMPROVEMENTS TO SERVE SPRING CREEK ACRES (IMPROVEMENT NO. 87, PROJECT NO. 1). Councilmember Blesener seconded the motion. Councilmember Hartmann moved adoption of Resolution No. 87 -22, "RESOLUTION APPROVING FINAL PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND AUTHORIZING ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS FOR IMPROVEMENTS TO SERVE VALLEY CURVE ESTATES (IMPROVEMENT NO. 86, PROJECT NO. 5)." Councilmember Blesener seconded the motion. Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 PARK BOND Councilmember Blesener moved adoption of Resolution REFERENDUM No. 87 -23, "RESOLUTION CALLING FOR AN ELECTION ON $1,860,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS OF 1987," establishing polling places and confirming the form of ballot for a special election to consider the sale of $1,860,000 bonds to defray the expense of acquisition and betterment of an athletic facility and neighborhood parks, including trails, the election to be conducted on April 21st. Councilmember Witt seconded the motion. Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 DUMP TRUCK Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 AMM MEETING Administrator Frazell reviewed a proposed resolution of intent concerning designated use of the School Forest property, located in the southeast area of the City, and his related memorandum. After discussion and public comments, Councilmember Witt moved adoption of Resolution No. 87 -24, "RESOLUTION EXPRESSING INTENT TO CONSIDER AMENDMENT OF THE COMPREHENSIVE LAND USE PLAN." Councilmember Hartmann seconded the motion. Councilmember Blesener moved approval of the specifications for purchase of a dump truck cab and chassis and dump body and appurtenances for the Public Works Department and authorization to receive bids until 10:00 A.M. on March 24th. Councilmember Cummins seconded the motion. It was the consensus that the Council supports the Association of Metropolitan Municipalities legislative policies and that the Administrator be directed to write to the City's legislative Page No. 2405 March 3, 1987 representatives urging their support. Councilmember Blesener stated that she is not able to attend the AMM annual meeting. Alternate AMM delegate Councilmember Hartmann indicated that he would attend. ( ' TAX FORFEIT The Council acknowledged and briefly discussed a PROPERTY memo from the City Clerk relative to the tax forfeit status of 15 lots in the Victoria Townhomes plat. Councilmember Hartmann moved to approve the non- conservation classification of the property and to authorize Mayor Mertensotto to execute the County's Certificate of Classification of Forfeited Lands. Councilmember Witt seconded the motion. Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 CITY SLOGANS ADJOURN Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 The Council briefly discussed the City slogan entries and referred the matter back to the City Administrator. There being no further business to come before the Council, Councilmember Hartmann moved that the meeting be adjourned. Councilmember Witt seconded the motion. TIME OF ADJOURNMENT: 9:30 P.M. K.thleen M. Swanson lty Clerk ATTEST: Charles E. Mertensotto Mayor