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1980-07-01 Council minutesPage 1295 July 1, 1980 CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS DAKOTA COUNTY STATE OF MINNESOTA Minutes of the Regular Meeting Held Tuesday, July 1, 1980 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. Acting Mayor Mertensotto called the meeting to order at 7:30 o'clock P.M. The following members were present: Acting Mayor Mertensotto, Councilmen Hartmann and Losleben and Councilwoman Witt. Mayor Lockwood had notified the Council that he would be out of town. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Ayes: 4 Nays: 0 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN/ CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PLAN Ayes: 4 Nays: 0 Ayes: 4 Nays: 0 MISCELLANEOUS Councilman Losleben moved approval of the minutes of the June 3rd meeting. Councilman Hartmann seconded the motion. The Council acknowledged and discussed an amended Airports Element Section of the Comprehensive Plan, which had been revised to reflect corrections made by Councilwoman Witt. The Council made several changes in wording in the portion entitled "Effects on Mendota Heights." The Council also received and discussed the proposed Capital Improvements Plan. The Council discussed several possible changes within the program, including a correction on page 3 relating to Police Department capital improvements. This correction would replace the first sentence to indicate that the City may need to purchase replacement squad cars with equipment certificates. The Council also discussed a correction to Table I of the plan, noting that development of the Wachtler and School sites had not been included. On Table 2, the Council determined that the asterisk and explanation on Ivy Creek drainage debt service levy should be eliminated. After discussion, Councilman Hartmann moved to approve the proposed Capital Improvements Plan as corrected and authorize submission of the document to the Metropolitan Council for review. Councilwoman Witt seconded the motion. Councilman Losleben moved to approve the proposed Comprehensive Plan as corrected, and the adoption of Resolution No. 80-61 "RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING COMPREHENSIVE PLAN SUBMISSION," to the Metropolitan Council. Councilman Hartmann seconded the motion. The Council acknowledged receipt of a memo from the Code Enforcement Officer relative to renovation currently underway at 713 Wentworth Avenue. The Council noted that all of the items contained in the schedule of renovation approved by the Council some time ago had not been completed. Ayes: 4 Nays: 0 COMMENDATION Ayes: 4 Nays: 0 Page 1296 July 1, 1980 After discussion, Councilman Losleben moved to receive the report from the Code Enforcement Officer and direct that he inspect the structure and submit a status report to the Council on August 5th. Councilman Hartmann seconded the motion. The Council acknowledged receipt of a memo from the Police Chief recognizing superior performance by Officer Hugo Blackfelner in the recent apprehension of two armed burglary suspects. The Council reviewed the action and concurred in the commendation. Councilman Hartmann moved to direct preparation of a letter of commendation to Officer Blackfelner to be signed by all Council members. Councilwoman Witt seconded the motion. PLANNING COMMISSION The Council acknowledged receipt of the minutes of the June 24th Planning Commission meeting. CASE NO. 80-12, FORSBERG Ayes: 4 Nays: 0 CASE NO. 80-13, PEDERSON Mr. Dennis Forsberg, 1111 Dodd Road, was present to request approval of a rear yard setback variance to allow construction of a detached garage on his property. Mr. Forsberg stated that he would like to construct a garage 22 feet from the rear lot line. In response to Council questions, he indicated that the existing tuck-under garage would be closed off and insulated for use as a workshop area. The Council also acknowledged letters of approval from adjacent property owners. As the result of the discussion, Councilman Losleben moved approval of a 10 foot rear yard setback variance to allow construction of a detached garage at 1111 Dodd Road. Councilwoman Witt seconded the motion. M. Alan Pederson, 707 Stanwich Lane, was present to request approval of a variance to allow installation of a swimming pool ten feet from the rear property line. Mr. Pederson acknowledged that the City holds a six foot utility easement along the rear property line, and stated that the concrete pool apron would not infringe on the easement. The Council acknowledged receipt of letters of consent from several adjoining property owners but noted that no letter had been received from the owner of 708 Bachelor Avenue. Mr. Pederson indicated that he had received verbal approval and would submit written approval from Mr. Lionetti. After discussion, Councilman Losleben moved approval of a twenty foot rear yard setback variance to allow construction of a swimming pool at 707 Stanwich lane ten feet from the rear property line, subject to receipt of written consent from Mr. Lionetti, compliance with the site plan for landscaping and fencing dated June 12, 1980, and acquisition of all necessary permits and licenses. COMMUNICATIONS Ayes: 4 Nays: 0 COMMUNICATIONS Ayes: 4 Nays: 0 MISCELLANEOUS Ayes: 4 Nays: 0 ASSESSMENT ROLL, IVY FALLS CREEK Page No. 1297 July 1, 1980 The Council acknowledged receipt of a memo of Metropolitan Municipalities relative to dues. Councilwoman Witt moved to approve payment dues for 1980/81 in the amount of $897. Councilman Hartmann seconded the motion. from the Association 1980-81 membership of A.M.M. membership The Council acknowledged and briefly discussed a letter from the Metropolitan Council to Independent School District 197 relative to the School District's proposed Capital Improvement Program. The Council acknowledged a letter from Mrs. Sue Guiton requesting approval to close the cul-de-sac at Ridge Place to allow a block party on July 4th. As the result of the discussion, Councilman Losleben moved approval of the request to allow closing of Ridge Place on the following conditions: that a temporary barricade be installed at Ridge Place from 4:00 P.M. to 10:00 P.M. for safety purposes, that the residents remove any debris from the public right-of-way and that no hot charcoal be deposited on the street surface. Councilwoman Witt seconded the motion. The Council acknowledged a letter from Ms. Betty Briggs requesting that she be allowed to breed and raise cats at her residence, 2165 Highway 55. The Council was advised that the Health Officer has inspected the site and would be submitting a report. Discussion on the matter was tabled pending receipt of reports from the Health Officer and staff. City Attorney Winthrop recommended that the Council authorize execution of an amendment to an expired group health policy. Mr. Winthrop advised that Wisconsin National Life Insurance had increased the City's health insurance benefits for pregnancy care as the result of State legislation in 1979, however the amendment had never been submitted for execution by the City. Councilman Hartmann moved to approve amendment number one to the Wisconsin Life Insurance coverage retroactive to April 29, 1979, and to authorize its execution by the appropriate City officials. Councilwoman Witt seconded the motion. The Council acknowledged a memo from the City Engineer and proposed assessment roll for Ivy Falls Creek drainage improvement! The Council discussed the proposed roll and determined that it was prepared in compliance with Council direction relative to rates. Councilwoman Witt moved the adoption of Resolution No. 80- 62 Ayes: 4 Nays: 0 ELEVATED WATER TANK Ayes: 4 Nays: 0 SEAL COATING Ayes: 4 Nays: 0 GUYER DRAINAGE SURPLUS PROPERTY SATE NEWSTFTTER FINANCING Page 1298 July 1, 1980 "RESOLUTION CALLING FOR HEARING ON ASSESSMENT ROLL FOR IVY FALLS CREEK DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENTS (IMPROVEMENT NO 77, PROJECT NO. 14," the hearing to be held at 7:30 P.M., August 19th. Councilman Hartmann seconded the motion. The Council accepted a memo suggesting proposed assessment hearing dates for Eide Addition and Delaware Crossing Addition public improvements. The Council expressed to the City Engineer its displeasure with the lack of responsiveness exhibited by the contractor for the elevated water tank construction. Several members of the Council felt-thatTconsideration Should .be given toimithholding of fhrther-payment orders because of the lack of responsiveness. After discussion, Councilman Hartmann moved that the City Engineer be directed to notify the contractor in writing of the Council's displeasure and invite him to prepare and submit a schedule of completion on painting and appear at the July 15th meeting to explain past delays and the schedule of completion. Councilman Losleben seconded the motion. Public Works Director Danielson reviewed the proposed seal coating plans and specifications and schedule for the Council. In response to a question from Acting Mayor Mertensotto, Engineer Kishel stated that the contract provides for deleting or adding to the schedule. Councilman Losleben moved that the plans and specifications for 1980 seal coating be approved and that the City Engineer be authorized to advertise for bids to be received on July 15th. Councilman Hartmann seconded the motion. The Council discussed a memo from Public Works Director Danielson regarding drainage problems at the Reynolds Guyer property, 765 Willow Lane, outlining several possible solutions. The Council acknowledged that corrective action should be taken. It was the concensus of the Council that the City could undertake to do the work necessary and assess the property owner if the owner consents to the assessment and to the installation of a 60" diameter pipe, construction of bentonite or concrete anti-seepage dams at the inlet and outlet, and rip-rap at the ends. The Council acknowledged and discussed a memo from the City Clerk recommending that a sale of unclaimed and surplus property be conducted on July 15th. The Council concurred in the recommendation. On the recommendation of the City Clerk, Councilwoman Witt moved the adoption of Resolution No. 80-63, "RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING TRANSFER FROM INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT REVENUE FUND," to support newsletter preparation expenses. Ayes: 4 Nays: 0 LIST OF CLAIMS Ayes: 4 Nays: 0 LICENSES Ayes: 4 Nays: 0 FIRE STATION GUYER DRAINAGE Page 1299 July 1, 1980 Councilman Hartmann seconded the motion. Councilman Hartmann moved approval of the list of claims dated July 1, 1980 and totalling $138,178.57. Councilman Losleben seconded the motion. Councilwoman Witt moved approval of the list of licenses, granting licenses to: Markfort Construction M.V. Nelson Construction Wayne Construction Co., Inc. Charles Zwinger, Inc. E & H Earth Movers, Inc. Sam Zappa Contracting, Inc. Dave's Home Maintenance Karma Construction Co. Thomas L. Norman Co. Fredrickson Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc. Midway Sign Co., Inc. Country Club Markets, Inc. George's Golf Range Snyder's Drug Stores, Inc. Concrete License Concrete License Concrete License Concrete License Excavating License Excavating License General Contractor License General Contractor License General Contractor License Heating & Air Conditioning License Sign Erecting License 3.2 Off Sale License 3.2 On & Off Sale License 3.2 Off Sale License Councilman Hartmann seconded the motion. Councilman Losleben reviewed discussions recently held at a meeting which he and Public Works Director Danielson had attended at Mn/DOT. He noted that the purpose of the meeting was to determine the advisability of siting a fire station on proposed locations in the southern area of the City along Highway 149. He reviewed with the Council a drawing of proposed future 149, and suggested that in view of proposed frontage road plans south of T.H. 110, perhaps the Council should give consideration to locating the proposed facility on property owned by the City north of T.H. 110. After discussion, the Council directed that the Fire Marshal and Public Works Director prepare a more detailed study of the proposed site to explore its potential. Mr. Reynolds Guyer was present to discuss the driveway drainage problem on Willow Creek. The Council pointed out the potential solution which was discussed earlier in the meeting and suggested that Mr. Guyer work with the Public Works Director to determine whether the solution is feasible. Page 1_1300 July 1, 1980 ADJOURN There being no further business to come before the Council, Councilman Losleben moved that the meeting be adjourned. Councilman Hartmann seconded the motion. Ayes: 4 Nays: 0 TIME OF ADJOURNMENT: 9:40 o'clock P.M. thleen M. Swanson City Clerk ATTEST: Charles E. Mertensotto Acting Mayor