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1978-07-11 Council minutesPage 919 July 11, 1978 CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS DAKOTA COUNTY STATE OF MINNESOTA Minutes of the Regular Meeting Held Tuesday, July 11, 1978 Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the regular meeting of the City Council, City of Mendota Heights was held at 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 Losleben, Mertensotto and Wahl. APPROVAL OF Mayor Lockwood moved approval of the minutes of the June 6 MINUTES meeting. Councilman Mertensotto seconded the motion. Ayes: 4 Nays: 0 Ayes: 4 Nays: 0 Ayes: 4 Nays: 0 IVY FALLS CREEK DRAINAGE Councilman Mertensotbo moved approval of the minutes of the annual Board of Review held on June 7, 1978. Councilman Wahl seconded the motion. Mayor Lockwood moved approval of the minutes of the June 20th meeting with Correction. Councilman Mertensotto seconded the motion. City Engineer Kishel briefly reviewed his written report regarding possible drainage controls in the Ivy Falls creek area. The council discussed proposed new alternatives not discussed on June 20th, including the installation of 450 feet of twin 48 inch pipes as well as a 48 inch pipe under Laura Street and under Sylvandale. Mr. Harvey Miller, 715 Sylvandale Court, asked that consideration be given to either incre&sing the capacity of the Ivy Falls Park holding pond or that the pond be drained. He stated that both sides of his property are being eroded because of overflow from the pond. Engineer Kishel briefly reviewed the possible emergency measures contained in his report in response to Mr. Miller's questions. Public Works Inspector Pearson reviewed his recent meeting with Soil Conservation representatives re- lative to changing the channel of the Ivy Falls Creek. There was considerable discussion relative to the responsibility of the City of West St. Paul in the financing of drainage improvements. There was also some discussion over the pumping of sewage by West St. Paul Public works people into the Mendota Heights system at Delaware Avenue. July 11, 1978 After considerable discussion relative to proposed solutions to the drainage problems and the extent of the drainage district, it was determined that the matter be considered on an area basis, including consideration of improvements along the entire distance of the Ivy Falls Creek drainage area, from Delaware Avenue to Highway 13. It was further determined that the proposed improvements to considered in stages, the first a feasibility hearing on the first stage be conducted on August 22nd, and that notices be sent to owners of property within the entire drainage district. Councilman Losleben moved the adoption of Resolution No. 78-71, "RESOLUTION CALLING FOR HEARING ON PROPOSED DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENTS': the hearing to be conducted at 7:30 P.M., Tuesday, August 22, 1978, at the Somerset School. Councilman Wahl seconded the motion. Ayes: 4 Nays: 0 Councilman Losleben moved the adoption of Resolution No. 78-72, "RESOLUTION ORDERING PREPARATION OF PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE PROPOSED CONSTRUCTION OF A DRAINAGE AND STORM SEWER SYSTEM TO SERVE IVY FALLS CREEK AND ADJACENT AREAS (IMPROVEMENT NO. 77, PROJECT NO. 14)." Mayor Lockwood seconded the motion. Ayes: 4 Nays: 0 Mr. Walter Villaume, 681 Ivy Falls Court, stated that his property has suffered serious erosion problems and asked if anything can be done to alleviate this problem, particularly, some type of correction in the North Park pond. The Council directed staff to study the problem and take remedial action. Mr. J.B. Crary, 1313 Laura Street, explained erosion and other problems at the discharge point of the 72 inch culvert. After discussion, Mayor Lockwood moved that staff be directed to take whatever cleaning and remedial action is necessary to correct the problems at the 72 inch culvert discharge point. Councilman Losleben seconded the motion. Ayes: 4 Nays: 0 The Council acknowledged receipt of letters from C.J. Bute, and residents of the Hiawatha/Chippewa area on erosion and • surface water drainage problems. Public Works Inspector Pearson gave the Council a report on estimated costs for monitoring flows in sanitary sewer manholes and television inspection of sewer 11nes. Councilman Mertensotto moved that an expenditure of $960 be authorized for flow studies on the Sanitary sewer lines in the Laura Court area. Councilman Wahl seconded the motion. Ayes: 4 Nays: 0 Page 920 July 11, 1978 ROGERS LAKE LEVEL The Council acknowledged receipt of a memo from the City Clerk regarding the status of the City's application to the Department of Natural Resources for an increase in the level of Roger's Lake. The Council also acknowledged receipt of a letter from the Wagon Wheel Trail Association in support of the level increase. Mr. Gil Schlagel was present and outlined his letter to the Council in support of the increased level. CITY COUNCIL VACANCY The Council acknowledged receipt of letters from Mrs. Liz Witt and Mr. John Hartmann in application for appointment to the vacant Council seat. BID AWARD Ayes: 4 Nays: 0 ROLLING GREEN PLANNING COMMISSION CASE NO. 78-10 HAMIEL Ayes: 4 Nays: 0 The Council acknowledged receipt of a letter from Programmed Land relative to the bids received for construction of improvements to serve the Inland Industrial Park. Councilman Losleben moved the adoption of Resolution No. 78-73, "RESOLUTION ACCEPTING BIDS AND AWARDING CONTRACT FOR INLAND INDUSTRIAL PARK IMPROVEMENTS," awarding the bid to the Robert W. Moore Company in the amount of $182,653.35. Councilman Wahl seconded the motion. Mr. Roger Derrick was present to request the Council to direct the Engineer to expedite the engineering process preparatory to construction of public improvements to serve Rolling Green. The Council advised Mr. Derrick of the many demands on engineering time, in particular the studying of drainage problems, acknowledged Mr. Derrick's concerns, but advised him that other engineering matters must be given priority status at this time. The Council acknowledged receipt of the minutes of the June 27 Planning Commission meeting. Mr. Jeffrey Hamiel was present to request approval of a wetlands permit and sideyard setback variance of Lot 8, Block 8, Kirshner Addition. He advised the Council that all necessary precautions will be taken during home construction to eliminate erosion problems. Councilman Losleben moved that a wetlands permit be granted for Lot 8 Block 8, Kirchner Addition, subject to the applicant's adherence to the conditions contained in the Wetlands Ordinance, and approval of a 20 foot variance from the Partition Road side of the lot. Councilman Wahl seconded the motion. CASE NO. 78-14, Mr. Bertil E. Sandberg, 1114 Sylvandale Road, explained his SANDBERG application for sideyard setback variance. Ayes: 4 Nays: 0 Councilman Wahl moved that a 5 foot 2 inch sideyard setback variance be granted to allow a garage addition on the north side of 1114 Sylvandale Road. Councilman Losleben seconded the motion. CASE NO. 78-18, KRAJINIAK/WAHL Page 921 July 11, 1978 Councilman Wahl requested that he be excused from the Council druing discussion of the subject case, so that he may explain the application. After being excused, he explained the proposed subdivision and the wetlands permit request. After some discussion, Councilman Losleben moved approval of the division of Parcel No. 27-02400-070-79, located on Marie Avenue, as proposed, subject to receipt of a $500.00 park contribution, and approval of a wetlands permit for the parcel, subject to adherence to the conditions contained in the Wetlands Ordinance. Councilman Mertensotto seconded the m6tion. Ayes: 3 Nays: 0 Wahl resumed his seat on the Council. PARK AND The Council acknowledged receipt of the minutes of the RECREATION June 27th Park and REcreation Commission meeting. VALLEY PARK Park and Recreation Commission Chairperson Liz Witt was present CREEK CROSSINGS ' to outline a-memo relative to construction of a Valley Park Creek Bridge structure and pedestrian crossing. Councilaman Losleben moved approval of an expenditure for the construction of two crossings, as recommended and directed preparation of plans and specifications therefor, financing to be supported via the Special Park Fund. Councilman Wahl seconded the m6tion. Ayes: 4 Nays: 0 PATHWAYS Mrs. Witt explained a memo regarding the blacktopping of walking paths at Valley Park, Wentworth Park and Rogers Lake Park. Ayes: 4 Nays: 0 WHITE COLLAR Mr. Daniel Mabley, of the Dakota County Attorneys Office, was CRIME INVESTIGATOR present to outline a proposal whereby the County will provide funding (through a Federal Grant) for a "white collar crime Investigator" for 22 months. It would be the City's obligation to provide the officer to work on an over-time basis. If the program is successful, it is anticipated that it will be continued, with continued federal or county funding. After a brief discussion, Mayor Lockwood moved that the appropriate City officials be authorized to execute a white collar crime investigator contract with the County, said contract to be terminable upon 30 days written notice. Councilman Mertensotto seconded the motion. COMMUNICATIONS The Council received a letter from Mr. Lawrence Wenzel requesting that he be granted an extension of time for sanitary sewer connection at 1062 Wagon Wheel Trail. The Council referred the matter to Health Officer Chao for investigation and recommendation. Councilman Losleben moved to authorize an expenditure not to exceed $5,500 for the blacktopping of paths as recommended by the Park and Recreation Commission. Mayor Lockwood seconded the motion. COMMUNICATIONS Ayes: 4 Nays: 0 PERSONNEL Ayes: 4 Nays: 0 Page 922 July 11, 1978 The Council acknowledged receipt of a letter from the Association of Metropolitan Municipalities relative to the 1978-79 membership dues. Councilman Wahlmoved authorization of the membership extension and that Councilman Losleben be designated as the Association delegate for 1978-79, Councilman Wahl to be designated alternate delegate. Councilman Mertensotto seconded the motion. The Council acknowledged receipt of a letter from the League of Minensotat Cities advising the Council that City Administrator Orvil Johnson has been appointed to serve on the League Board for a two-year term. The Council acknowledged receipt of a letter from Congressman Albert Quie regarding deferred compensation. The Council acknowledged receipt of a notice of filing and hearings for an order revising the Northern States Power Company electric rate structure. The Council acknowledged receipt of a letter from Mr. Doug Lassey requesting that the speed limit on South Victoria be reduced from 40 miles per hour to 30 miles per hour. The matter was referred to the Police Department and to the Dakota County traffic engineer. The Council briefly discussed a letter from residents of the Hiawatha and Chippewa Avenue area regarding drainage and referred the matter to Public Works Inspector Pearson for study and response. The Council acknowledged receipt of a memo from Public Works Supervisor Franzmeier in resignation from employment effective August 11, 1978. Councilman Mertensotto moved that the City Clerk be appointed Deputy Treasurer, effective immediately. Councilman Wahl seconded the motion. Administrator Johnson briefly explained the recent arbitration award-Police Department Labor Agreement) and a memo from Police Chief Thul. MISCELLANEOUS Ayes: 4 Nays: 0 ENGINEERING STATUS REPORT Page 923 July 11, 1978 Councilman Wahl moved that the City Attorney be directed to begin negotiations with the City of West St. Paul relative to West St. Paul's financial obligations for drainage improvements. Councilman Losleben seconded the motion. The Council acknowledged receipt of the engineering status report for June, 1978. PUBLIC WORKS Councilman Wahl moved the adoption of Resolution No. 78-74, GARAGE PUBLICE "RESOLUTION ACCEPTING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND ORDERING IMPROVEMENTS ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS FOR PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS TO SERVE THE PUBLIC WORKS GARAGE AND ADJACENT AREAS (IMPROVEMENT NO. 78, PROJECT NO. 5)." Ayes: 4 Mayor Lockwood seconded the motion. Nays: 0 SEAL COAT BIDS The Council acknowledged receipt of the tabulation of bids received for the 1978 seal coating project. Ayes: 4 Nays: 0 MISCELLANEOUS Councilman Losleben moved the adoption of Resolution No. 78-75, "RESOLUTION ACCEPTING BIDS AND AWARDING CONTRACT FOR SEAL COATING," awarding the bid to Bituminous Roadways, Inc. for their low bid of $18,234. Councilman Mertensotto seconded the motion. Public Works Inspector Pearson advised the Council of drainage and erosion problems in the Marie Park Pond and Lexington Avenue pond and erosion along Lexington Avenue. LIST OF CLAIMS Councilman Losleben moved the adoption of the following motion: Ayes: 4 Nays: 0 LICENSES RESOLVED, that the claims submitted to the City Council for payment, a summary of which is set forth on the list attached hereto and identified as list of claims submitted for payment, July 11, 1978, having been audited by the City Council, be and are hereby allowed and the Mayor and City Treasurer be and are hereby authorized and directed to issue City checks in payment of said claims. Mayor Lockwood seconded the motion. Councilman Wahl moved approval of the list of licenses, granting licenses to: Ayes: 4 Nays: 0 ADJOURN Ayes: 4 Nays: 0 ATTEST: )::hleen M. Swanson City Clerk Page 924 July 11, 1978 Ban-Con, Inc. Paycheck Plumbing Ray Rotter Construction Bream Homes, Inc. Julius Construction Co. Marich Construction Co. Sun Excavating, Inc. Dependable Excavating Rauchwarter, Inc. Carlson Sewer Co., Inc. Hayes Contractors, Inc. Rumpca Excavating A.C. Doyle Company, Inc. Central Air Conditioning & Heating Montgomerty Ward & Company C.O. Carlson Air Concitioning Co. Rivard Plumbing & Heating J &EPiumbing, Inc. Loren Brown Plumbing Aquarius Heating & Plumbing A.E. Nelson Plumbing & Heating Johnny Masonry, Inc. Dale Pexa Masonry General Contractor License General Contractor License General Contractor License General Contractor License General Contractor Licence General Contractor License Excavating License Excavating License Excavating License Excavating License Excavating License Excavating License Heating/Air Cond. License Heating/Air Cond. License Gas Heating License Plumbing License Plumbing License Plumbing License Plumbing License Plumbing License Masonry License Masonry License Councilman Mertensotto seconded the motion. There being no further business to come before the Council, Mayor LOckwood moved that the meeting be adjourned. Councilman Mertensotto seconded the motion. The meeting was adjourned at 1:10 o'clock A.M. Robert G. Lockwood Mayor