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1979-03-20 Council minutesPage 1055 March 20, 1979 CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS DAKOTA COUNTY STATE OF MINNESOTA Minutes of the Regular Meeting Held Tuesday, March 20, 1979 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, Councilmen Hartmann and Losleben, and Councilwoman Witt. Councilman Mertensotto had notified the Council that he would be out of town. CASE NO. 79-3, EINCK (IVY KEEP) Mr. Richard Einck was present to request approval of his application for conditional use permit for completion of the Ivy Keep Planned Unit Development. He stated that he proposes to construct twenty two-bedroom units and 8 three-bedroom units. He noted that the front and sides of the buildings will be brick and the back will be masonite siding painted •white, to match the existing Ivy Keep structures. Engineer Kishel stated that the drainage plan appears satisfactory but that he would like to evaluate drainage again towards the end of the project. He urged Mr. Einck to exercise caution on exactness of cover on the water main -- it must be 71/2 feet. Several Council members and Mr. Donald Huber, representing the homeowners association, expressed concern over soundproofing between the units and that the quality of the original units is retained. Mr. Huber suggested that Mr. Einck come back with the actual building plans and that only the concept be approved this time. Mr. Einck stated that they will be using a double wall between the units, which should be very sound-proofed, and he will also look into the possibility of using resilient clips on the walls to reduce vibrations. Mr. Huber suggested that if the Council approves the application they will actually be approving a total of 84 units rather than 83 approved under the original P.U.D. Mr. Kurt Forsland, attorney for the Westinghouse Corporation, stated that it is his understanding that there are 55 existing units, which would leave a balance of 28 to be completed under the original P.U.D. After considerable discussion, Mayor Lockwood moved approval of the application, to allow construction of 28 units to complete the original P.U.D., directing staff to check thenumber of existing units and make a recommendation on amending the PUD if the total number of units approved and existing exceed the P.U.D. Councilman Losleben seconded the motion. Ayes: 4 Nays: 0 ROGERS LAKE LFVEL Ayes: 4 Nays: 0 Page 1055 March 20, 1979 It was noted that with the completion of the 28 units, the density of the PUD, which includes Outlots F and H, has been used. Councilman Losleben stated that staff should be directed to check the number of existing units, make sure locations of the structures are actual, and that the Building Inspector should make a recommendation on soundproofing prior to permit issuance. Councilman Losleben withdrew his second to the motion. Mayor Lockwood withdrew the motion. Mr. Einck stated that he will submit soun dproofing plans to the Building Inspector and ask for his direction on the best type of soundproofing. Councilman Losleben moved that a foundation permit be granted for Building D-1, directing the Building Inspector to review the building plans and report to the Council. Councilwoman Witt seconded the motion. Mr. Mike Williams was present, both as a Park Commission member and resident, to discuss the possibility of raising the level of Rogers Lake. Mr. Williams suggested that a double drainage system be installed. He suggested that by putting a drain on the golf course side of Wagon Wheel Trail the lake level on that side could be kept at 872.2 (MSL) while the other side could be raised to 873 (MSL). After discussion, Councilman Losleben moved to direct the City Engineer to prepare a feasibility study to determine the feasi- bility of a dual system. Councilwoman Witt seconded the motion. MISCELLANEOUS The Council acknowledged receipt of the Association of Metropolitan Municipalities Bulletin for March 8, 1979. LILYDALE APARTMENT COMPLEX The Council acknowledged receipt of a letter from the Highland Heights Civic Association relative to proposed construction of a hi-rise apartment complex on Victoria Road. Mayor Lockwood advised that he has been in contact with members of the Civic Association and Lilydale officials. It is his understanding that the Lilydale Council approved the building permit subject to E.O.B. approval and if proper surface water disposal is possible. City Attorney Winthrop advised the Council that only two parcels of property were settled in the Lilydale lawsuit, the Overlook Condominium site and the Bream property, and those are the only sites over which the Council has any control. After discussion, the Council directed the Planner and Fire Marshal to review the Doerfler apartment complex proposal and report to theL;Council. 1 Page 1056 March 20, 1979 COMMISSION RESIGNATION The Council acknowledged receipt of a letter from Mrs. Kathleen Ridder in resignation as Planning Commission Chairwoman. Mayor Lockwood read the letter for the audience and Council members. Mayor Lockwood moved that the Council accept the resignation with regret, and that the Council adopt Resolution No. 79-32, "RESOLUTION EXPRESSING APPRECIATION FOR COMMUNITY SERVICE," expressing community appreciation to Mrs. Ridder. Councilman Hartmann seconded the motion. Ayes: 4 Nays: 0 DEPARTMENT REPORTS The Council acknowledged receipt of the Police and Fire Department monthly reports for March. PROPERTY The Council acknowledged and discussed a memo and proposed ACQUISITION resolution relative to acquisition of school district property for open space purposes, in particular, acquisition of 10 acres south of Callahan Place, north of South Lane and west of Warrior Drive. Councilwoman Witt was concerned that there has been no Park Commission input relative to acquiring the subject parcel in lieu of theformer Schieffner property. Ayes: 4 Nays: 0 MSA STREET Ayes: 4 Nays: 0 MARIE AVENUE . STREET REPAIR The Council directed that copies of the memo be submitted to the Park Commission and that the Commission be directed to advise the Council which parcel they deem more appropriate for purchase. Councilwoman Witt moved the adoption of Resolution No. 79-33, "RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING NEED FOR PARK AND OP EN SPACE NEED AND AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING NEGOTIATIONS." Councilman Hartmann seconded the motion. After a brief explanation by the City Engineer, Councilwoman Witt moved the adoption of Resolution No. 79-34, "RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING MUNICIPAL STATE AID HIGHWAY," that being the portion of Wagon Wheel Trail between Lexington Avenue and Dodd Road. Councilman Hartmann seconded the motion. Engineer Kishel stated that he has requested that Mn/DOT get involved in mud jacking on the east end of the Marie Avenue bridge. He noted that Mn/DOT has a-mud-jacking crew, but that there will be a charge for the service. He stated that the pro- cess will solidify the soils that are now unstable below the fil] and raise the existing durb and surface to its planned grade without the need to remove or replace existing surfacing. Councilman Losleben asked who would be responsible for paying for the repairs. Engineer Kishel stated that this is really a maintenance item and not the responsibility of the contractor. Councilman Losleben pointed out that the problem has been DRAINAGE ANNUAL REPORT LIST OF CLAIMS Ayes: 4 Nays: 0 LICENSES Ayes: 4 Nays: 0 ADJOURN Ayes: 4 Nays: 0 ATTEST Page 1058 March 20, 1979 evident since the beginning of the project, that he feels there is a design problem, and that it would behoove the Council to assess the responsibility for repair costs. Engineer Kishel advised the Council that the City of West St. Paul has accepted bids for drainage improvements adjacent to Mendota Heights on Delaware Avenue. He informed the Council of the project design and his concerns. After discussion, the Council directed staff to study the plans and specifications and determine where the system will vent. The Council acknowledged receipt of the General Office and Administration annual report for 1978. Councilwoman Witt moved approval of the List of Claims. Councilman Hartmann seconded the motion. Councilwoman Witt moved approval of the list of licenses, grantir licenses to: Bade Construction Kryzer Builders, Inc. Ray N. Welter Heating Corrigere Construction General Contractor License General Contractor License Heating & Air Conditioning License Masonry License Mayor Lockwood seconded the motion. There being no further business to come before the Council, Councilman Losleben moved that the meeting be adjourned. Councilman Hartmann seconded the motion. TIME OF ADJOURNMENT: 10:12 o'clock P.M. (ii) Robert G. Lockwood Mayor -hleen M. Swanson City Clerk