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1983-04-19 Council minutesPage No. 1811 April 19, 1983 CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS DAKOTA COUNTY STATE OF MINNESOTA 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 the City Hall, 750 South Plaza Drive, Mendota Heights, Minnesota. Mayor Lockwood called the meeting to order at 7:30 o'clock P.M. The following members were present: Mayor Lockwood, Councilmembers Hartmann, Mertensotto and Witt. Councilman Losleben had advised that he would be late. APPROVAL OF Councilwoman Witt moved approval of the Minutes of the April MINUTES 5th meeting. Councilman Hartmann seconded the motion. Ayes: 4 Nays: 0 CONSENT Councilman Mertensotto moved approval of the Consent Calendar CALENDAR as submitted and recommended for approval as part of the regular agenda, along with authorization for the executionof all necessary documents contained therein. 1. Acknowledgement of the Fire Department monthly report for March and the Treasurer's report for March. 2. Acknowledgement of a Citizens League Report, the NAIOP Newsletter for April, and a memo from the A.M.M. on a forthcoming seminar. 3. Acknowledgement of a letter from Councilwoman Witt on state aid and acknowledgement of a LMC Alert regarding a PELRA bill. 4. Approval of the list of contractor licenses, granting licenses to: Lakeside Masonry, Inc. Chester Maciaszek M.J. Moser Construction Councilwoman Witt seconded the motion. Ayes: 4 Nays: 0 Concrete License General Contractor General Contractor UNITED PROPERTIES, The Council briefly discussed a memo from the Public Works FINAL PLAT Director recommending final plat approval for United Properties. APPROVAL Councilman Hartmann moved the adoption of Resolution No. 83-33, "RESOLUTION APPROVING FINAL PLAT FOR MENDOTA HEIGHTS BUSINESS CENTER". Councilwoman Witt seconded the motion. Ayes: 4 Nays: 0 SIGNALS AT TH 110 Ayes: 4 Nays: 0 Page No. 1812 April 19, 1983 . Public Works Director Danielson explained his memo noting the installation of new traffic signals at the intersections of TH 110 and Lexington and TH 110 and Delaware. The Council also discussed a letter from Dakota County relative to the cost of these installations. The City's cost for signals at Lexington is estimated to be $18,515.75, and the cost for signals at Delaware is estimated to be $5,969.88. Maintenance and operation responsibilities remain the same as with the old signals. Councilman Mertensotto questioned whether warning flashers would be installed in: advance of the signals at TH 110/149. Public Works Director Danielson noted that these flashers are to be installed. After further discussion, Councilman Mertensotto moved the adoption of Resolution No 83-34, "RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR THE SIGNAL REVISIONS ON TRUNK HIGHWAY NO. 110 AT COUNTY ROAD 43 (LEXINGTON AVENUE) AND AT C.S.A.H. NO. 63, (DELAWARE AVENUE)". Councilman Hartmann seconded the motion. Mayor Lockwood moved approval of staff's recommendation that this be funded through M.S.A. funds. Councilman Hartmann seconded the motion. Ayes: 4 Nays: 0 OPTICOM Public Works Director Danielson explained his memo regarding the installation of Opticom at the intersection of TH 110/149. He noted that this installation is estimated to cost the City $5,581.43, and that this amount has been budgeted for. After further discussion, Mayor Lockwood moved the adoption of Resolution No. 83-35, "RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR THE INSTALLATION OF OPTICOM ON TRUNK HIGHWAY NO. 110 AT TRUNK HIGHWAY NO. 149". Councilwoman Witt seconded the motion. Ayes: 4 Nays: 0 ASSESSMENT HEARING Mayor Lockwood opened the meeting for the purpose of a public PILOT KNOB ROAD hearing to consider proposed assessments for Pilot Knob Road IMPROVEMENTS improvements, (Improvement No. 80, Project No. 1). (80-1) Public Works Director Danielson explained the in-place improve- ments for Pilot Knob Road, between 1-494 and Mendota Heights Road. Said improvements included the widening of Pilot Knob Road between 1-494 and Mendota Heights Road, including the acquisition of easements and the grading, stabilization, drainage and bituminous surfacing of this portion. Mr. Danielson noted that Pilot Knob Road is a County road and the City had to petition the County for upgrading. He noted that there are six properties to be assessed, five of which are corner lots. He also noted that there should be a correction of Parcel No. 27-48300-010-03, and that the assessment should read $2,310.00, instead of $2,541.00. Mr. Danielson stated that the assessments Ayes: 4 Nays: 0 Ayes: 4 Nays: 0 HEARING, IVY FALLS ADDITION PROPOSED IMPROVEMENTS Page No. 1813 April 19, 1983 would be spread over a 10 year period, at 9% interest. Mayor Lockwood asked for questions and comments from the audience. There being no comments or questions, Councilman Mertensotto moved that the hearing be closed at 7:59 P.M. Councilman Hartmann seconded the motion. Councilman Mertensotto moved the adoption of Resolution No. 83-36, "RESOLUTION ADOPTING AND CONFIRMING ASSESSMENTS FOR PILOT KNOB ROAD IMPROVEMENTS (IMPROVEMENT NO. 80, PROJECT NO. 1)", with corrections. Councilman Hartmann seconded the motion. Mayor Lockwood opened the meeting for the purpose of an assessment/ feasibility hearing to consider proposed improvements for the Ivy Falls Addition. Public Works Director Danielson explained the assessment area for the Council and audience, noting that the project would include a two inch blacktop overlay and a minimum amount of stolm sewer work, with concrete curb and gutter in front of two residences on Maple Park Court, and three residences on Maple Park Drive. He noted that 58 lots were affected by the project, with the majority of the lots being assessed for $2,385 per lot for street overlay. Where permanent curb and gutter are to be installed, the assessment would be increased by $8.00 per lineal foot. These assessments would be spread over a 10 year period at 9% interest. Councilman Losleben arrived at 8:13 o'clock P.M. Councilwoman Witt wondered if curb and gutter on one side of the street would be adequate to do the job. Public Works Director Danielson noted that yes, this would do the job and this was a bare bones minimum project. Mayor Lockwood asked for questions and comments from the audience. Mr. Tom Schellinger, 679 Maple Park Drive, presented pictures of the trouble spots to the Council. Mrs. Lorraine Freischel, 663 Maple Park Drive, noted that she does not want curb and gutter. Mr. Robert Leffert, 669 Maple Park Drive spoke, noting that he feels the project is basically feasible and recognies that it is a bare bones project, but that he is opposed to the curb and gutter portion. He noted that he and Mr. Schellinger would be assessed for curb and gutter and that they do not have a water problem. Page No. 1814 April 19, 1983 Mrs. Schellinger wondered how curb and gutter would help the intersection of Sylvandale Road and Maple Park, where the water problem originates. Mr. Ralph Menning, 706 Maple Park Court felt that the engineering and street departments made a mistake some 20 years ago when the streets were first put in. Now they should correct this and pay a portion of the cost. Mr. Amos Martin, 700 Woodridge Drive noted that he is not opposed to the extra cost of the curb and gutter. Mr. Richard Herzog, 703 Maple Park Court agreed with Mr. Leffert and Mr. Schellinger. He told the Council not to force the curb and gutter on them if they don't want it. He wanted to know the definition of "temporary" if this is a temporary project. Public Works Director Danielson responded that the present streets are "temporary", and that this is a maintenance project. Mr. Leon Goodrich, 1157 Cascade Lane spoke, supporting the overlay project and commending the City and Council for being receptive to the concerns of the neighbors. He added that he would not object to the additional cost of curb and gutter being extended further. Mr. Tom Schellinger, 679 Maple Park Drive, spoke again in favor of the street overlay, noting that he is not in favor of the curb and gutter but that he understands that if he is assessed for curb and gutter now, that he will not be assessed in the future for curb and gutter. He then withdrew his opposition to the curb and gutter portion of the project. Mr. Lloyd Smith, 716 Maple Park Court spoke in favor of the project and stated that he is willing to pay for the curb and gutter. Dr. Richard Foreman, 688 Woodridge Drive objected to the discussion about spreading the costs further. Mr. Ellis Abrahamson, 714 Maple Park Court, spoke in favor of the project and was willing to pay for the curb and gutter. Mrs. Lorraine Freischel, noted that she had never had a water problem until the townhouses were constructed and she had spent several thousands of dollars to waterproof her home and had received no help from the City. Dr. Foremen spoke again, casting a negative vote on the street project, noting that he would be in favor of a gravel street or speed bumps, as opposed to blacktop. Mr. Amos Martin wondered what the cost of asphalt is. Mrs. Elise Tesar, 731 Woodridge, wondered what benefit she would receive from the project. Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 Page No. 1815 April 19, 1983 There being no further questions or comments from the audience, Councilman Losleben moved to close the public hearing at 9:10 P.M. Councilwoman Witt seconded the motion. Dr. Foreman desired to know the method of appeal if favorable action was taken on this project. He was advised by the City Attorney that he could file an objection to the project tonight, that he would have ten days to serve the City with Notice of Appeal and he would have 30 days in which to file an Appeal with the District Court. Councilman Losleben moved the adoption of Resolution No. 83-37, "RESOLUTION ORDERING IMPROVEMENT AND PREPARATION OF PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR STREET IMPROVEMENTS AND APPURTENANCES TO SERVE IVY FALLS ADDITION AND ADJACENT AREAS (IMPROVEMENT NO. 79, PROJECT NO. 12)". Councilwoman Witt seconded the motion. Councilman Losleben moved that those persons being assessed for curb and gutter now not be included in any further assessments for curb and gutter. Mayor Lockwood seconded the motion. Councilman Mertensotto moved the adoption of Resolution No. 83-38, "RESOLUTION ADOPTING AND CONFIRMING ASSESSMENTS FOR IVY FALLS ADDITION AND ADJACENT AREAS STREET IMPROVEMENTS AND APPURTENANCES (IMPROVEMENT NO. 79, PROJECT NO 12)". Councilman Hartmann seconded the motion. Mayor Lockwood noted that any objectors could file their notice- of objection with the City Clerk at this meeting. LEGISLATIVE Representative Art Seaberg was present to discuss legislative MATTERS matters including Local Government Aids, and various bills on open agendas for City Council meetings, public employees who work more than 67 days being entitled to full-time employee benefits, tort liabilities and other matters. Mayor Lockwood requested that Representative Seaberg check into the small cities plan and thanked him for updating the Council. RECESS Mayor Lockwood called for a recess at 9:37 P.M. The meeting reconvened at 9:45 P.M. "DOWNTOWN" MENDOTA HEIGHTS Planning Consultant Howard Dahlgren was present and went through a series of development slides.for the intersection of TH 110/ 149. The practicality of several schemes was discussed and eliminated because of unworkable conditions. He ended with several slides showing schemes that appeared workable and practical. These two schemes are as follows: 1. Bringing TH 149 easterly along South Plaza Drive and then northerly on the new alignment and across TH 110 via a bridge. Page No. 1816 April 19,, 1983 2. A new alignment for. TH 149, commencing at Wagon Wheel Trail, following the dedicated right-of-way and across TH 110 via a bridge. Planner Dahlgren noted that he and several staff members had met with Mn/DOT personnel with these several schemes and Mn/DOT was very receptive to them and would have information to the City for the first meeting in June. Councilman Mertensotto suggested that this area be set up as a supplemental Tax Increment Financing area and perhaps City Attorney Winthrop should look into the acquisition of fee title for the highway property. After further discussion, Councilman Losleben moved to hold an informational meeting on June 7th, to discuss this idea and receive input from the area residents. Councilman Hartmann seconded the motion. Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 LINVILL ASSOCIATES, Mr. Ralph Linvill, from Linvill Associates, was present, along BUILDING PERMIT with his architect and general contractor for the project. APPROVAL He noted that construction of the project would be done in one stage, with a 90 day construction schedule. He noted that the protrusions and banding near the top of the structure would be a light bronze, anodized aluminum material. Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 MISCELLANEOUS FRIENDLY HILLS TOT LOT MISCELLANEOUS After a brief discussion, Councilman Losleben moved the approval of the building permit as requested. Mayor Lockwood seconded the motion. Mr. Stuart Henning, 532 Huber Drive, asked about the status of Huber Drive improvements. City Attorney Winthrop reported on his findings after researching the property known as the Friendly Hills Tot Lot. He notdd that these four lots in Friendly Hills are owned by the City and are to be used for park purposes, open space, or a school location. He noted several alternatives to dispose of the property, but no official action was taken pending a recommend- ation from the Park and Recreation Commission at their next meeting. City Attorney Winthrop advised the Council of his contacts regarding the problem of George McNeill, 1472 Sibley Memorial Highway, selling retail wood from property on TH 13. Mr. Winthrop noted that he had spoken with Robert Knaus, President of Country Club Markets, who leased the land to Mr. McNeill. Mr. Knaus indicated that they were working on evicting Mr. McNeill by the end of April, and he felt that things would progress just as fast with Country Club taking action as it would if the City commenced legal action against Mr. McNeill. Attorney Winthrop advised that he will monitor the situation. Page No. 1817 April 19, 1983 COUNTY ROAD The Council acknowledged a memo from the City Engineer TURNBACKS relative to a proposed County hearing to be held May 25, regarding a five year plan turning back certain County roads to cities in which they are located. Victoria Road and Wagon Wheel Trail are proposed to be turned back to the City, sometime in the next five years, after certain repairs or improvements have been made. Councilman Mertensotto pointed out that a portion of Victoria Road is in Lilydale, while the major portion is in Mendota Heights and he wondered who would take responsibility for future maintenance or repairs needed for Victoria. After further discussion, Councilman Mertensotto moved that staff attend the public hearing on May 25th, advising the County Commissioners that the City of Mendota Heights objects to the turnback of County Road 45 (Victoria Road), until such time as a detailed responsibility and maintenance agreement is arrived at between the local municipalities adjoining said roadway, and also that the City of Mendota Heights objects to County Road 16 (Wagon Wheel Trail) being turned back until the I-35E bridge work is completed. Councilman Losleben seconded the motion. Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 WATERMAIN The Council acknowledged a memo from the City Engineer EXTENSIONS requesting approval of plans and specifications for watermain cross- ings for I-35E at Wagon Wheel Trail and Mendota Heights Road. Mayor Lockwood moved the adoption of Resolution No. 83-39, "RESOLUTION APPROVING FINAL PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND AUTH- ORIZING ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS FOR CONSTRUCTION OF A WATERMAIN CROSSING AT WAGON WHEEL TRAIL AND I-35E (IMPROVEMENT NO. 81, PROJECT NO. 2)". Councilwoman Witt seconded the motion. Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 Councilman Hartmann moved the adoption of Resolution No. 83-40, "RESOLUTION APPROVING FINAL PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS, AUTHORIZING ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS AND ORDERING CONSTRUCTION OF A WATERMAIN CROSSING AT MENDOTA HEIGHTS ROAD AND I-35E (IMPROVEMENT NO. 81, PROJECT NO. 3)". Councilman Losleben seconded the motion. INFILTRATION/ The Council acknowledged a memo from the Public Works Director INFLOW regarding infiltration/inflow analysis and approval from the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency to receive the state's 15% share of the I/I study. 1983 STREET SWEEPING The Council acknowledged a memo from the Public Works Supervisor relating to awarding bids for 1983 street sweeping. Mayor Lockwood moved that Joe Rosse Sweeping be awarded the 1983 street sweeping, based on his low bid of $40.00 per hour. Page No. 1818 April 19, 1983 Councilman Losleben seconded the motion. Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 MENDOTA Public Works Director Danielson briefly explained a map posted INTERCHANGE in the Council Chambers showing the proposed Mendota Interchange. After a brief discussion, Councilman Losleben moved adoption of Resolution No. 83-41, "RESOLUTION APPROVING PRELIMINARY PLAN LAYOUT". Mayor Lockwood seconded the motion. Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 LIST OF CLAIMS Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 MISCELLANEOUS SUMMER JOBS Councilwoman Witt approved the List of Claims, dated April 19, 1983, and totalling $129,183.59. Councilman Losleben seconded the motion. The 1983 quarterly report was also received and acknowledged. The Council acknowledged receipt of a notice regarding a project called "Volunteer for Minnesota". Mayor Lockwood was directed to handle the matter. City Administrator Johnson advised the Council that the three seasonal positions should be advertised publicly in the local newspapers. CITY ADMINISTRATOR The Council acknowledged receipt of a Handout letter from RECRUITMENT Government Training Service and discussed the possibility of a future training session with Lyle Sumek, Council and City department heads. The session would help the transition of the City Administrator's planned retirement. ADJOURN Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 ATTEST: Afte some discussion, it was the concensus of a majority of the Council members that they would like to conduct this session on Friday, June 17th. The Council decided to carry over any discussion on a proposed salary for the proposed new administrator until the next regular City Council meeting. There being no further business to come before the Council, Mayor Lockwood moved that the meeting be adjourned. Councilman Hartmann seconded the motion. TIME OF ADJOURNMENT: 12:18 o'clock A.M. Ro.4.49,4-G,-.b4eltwet414, Mayor, 421- 09.44 %0001MVY: nn DeLaRosa, Deputy Clerk