1977-09-20 Council minutesPage 877
CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
DAKOTA COUNTY
STATE OF MINNESOTA
Minutes of the Regular Meeting
Held Tuesday, September 20, 1977
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 7:36 o'clock P.M. The following
members were present; Mayor Lockwood, Councilmen Losieben, Schaberg, and Wahl.
Councilman Mertensotto had notified the Council that he would be our of town.
APPROVAL OF Councilman Wahl moved approval of the minutes of the
MINUTES September 6th 1977 meeting.
Councilman Losleben seconded the motion.
Ayes: 4
Nays: 0
BUDGET
BID OPENING
Mayor Lockwood opened the meeting for the purpose of a public
hearing on the proposed 1978 Budget. Administrator Johnson
outlined the budget proposal. The Council held a short dis-
cussion and the Mayor asked for questions or comments from
the audience. No public comments were given. The Mayor then
requested the Council to study the budget and be prepared to
offer recommendations at a continued hearing date scheduled
for Monday September 26th at 7:30 o'clock P.M. in the Conference
Room of City Hall.
Financial Advisor Larry Shaughnessy was present to open bids
received on the sale of $1,295,000 General Obligation Improve-
ment bonds.
The following bids were received: First National Bank of St.
Paul bid $561,745. for an interest rate of 4.8614%; Dain Kalman
and Quail bid $562,362.64 for an interest rate of 4.8668%;
Bank Northwest of Minneapolis bid $569,950. for an interest
rate of 4.9324%; E. J. Prescott & Company bid $564,390. for an
interest rate of 4.8843%; and Continental Illinois National
Bank & Trust bid $593,159.63 for an interest rate of 5.1333%.
The Council accepted the bids and turned them over to the
Financial Advisor for review.
ABATEMENTS County Assessor O'Toole was present to request approval of a
list of abatements.
The following parcels were discussed:
Richard S. Johnson & D. M. Kammerer
Parcel #27-84300-210-00
Requesting a reduction in the assessed value from 15768 to
15354 for taxes palpable in 1977.
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Jean Franson & Don I. Perron
Parcel #27-57000-050-02
Requesting a reduction in value from 860 to 774 for taxes
payable in 1977.
Jean Franson & Don I. Perron
Parcel #27-57000-040-02
Requesting a reduction in value from 2279 in 1974 to 1548;
from 2494 in 1975 to 1634 and reduce from 2752 in 1976 to
1720 for taxes payable in 1975, 1976 and 1977.
Jean Franson & Don I. Perron
Parcel #27-57000-031-02
Requesting a reduction in value from 817 in 1974 to 731;
from 903 in 1975 to 774; and from 989 to 860 in 1976 for
taxes payable in 1975, 1976 and 1977.
Stanley & Jean A. Franson
Parcel #27-57000-021-02
Requesting a reduction in value from 1118 to 800 in 1974;
from 1247 to 880 in 1975; and from 1376 to 960 in 1976
for taxes payable in 1975, 1976 and 1977.
After a brief discussion, Councilman Wahl moved that all
the abatements be approved as requested.
Councilman Losleben seconded the motion.
Ayes: 4
Nays: 0
AUGUST CONSTRUCTION Howard Dahlgren, Planning consultant gave a detailed report
RAUENHORST CORP. on a development solution he had prepared in relation to
DEVELOPMENT the overall development and circulation in the area.
Specific recommendations regarding traffic ciruuLation, lot
size, Park expansion, wetland regulations and thorotghfare
alignment were defined.
Mr. J. Tucker, attorney for Rauenhorst stated that there
was come concern regarding the cost and construction date
of the proposed State Aid Street, but that they agreed with
the overall concept.
A discussion between the Council and the Rauenhorst and
August Construction representatives was held. Councilman
Losleben asked about a seperate construction road to be
used during the completion of the project. He was advised
that such a road would be constructed.
A Mr. Erickson, address unknown, representing the petitioners
against additional traffic on Decorah stated their concern.
He deplored the Council to listen to his plea for the safety
of their children playing in the street. A reply from the
Council members and certain members of the audience was given
in regard to the responsibility of dicipline by the parents
in this safety problem.
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September 20, 1977
After further discussion on street right-of-way and the
requirement of an escrow deposit, Mayor Lockwood moved
adoption of the following Resolution No. 77-80, "RESOLUTION
AUTHORIZING THE CITY ENGINEER TO PREPARE FEASIBILITY STUDIES
WHICH INCLUDE GROUND WATER STUDIES, PUBLIC UTILITIES, STREET,
STATE AID ROAD, AND A ROAD FOR CONSTRUCTION USE", the prepar-
aration of the report to be contigent upon an escrow deposit
of $7,500.00.
Councilman Losleben seconded the motion.
Ayes: 4
Nays: 0
RECESS Mayor Lockwood called for a short recess at 9:25 P.M.
Mayor Lockwood reconvened the meeting at 9:32 P.M.
BID AWARD Financial Advisor Larry Shaughnessy addressed himself to the
Council with the bid tabulation on the $1,295,000. bond sale.
After consideration, Councilman Losleben introduced the following
resolution and moved its adoption: Resolution No. 77-81,
"RESOLUTION ACCEPTING BID ON SALE OF $1,295,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION
IMPROVEMENT BONDS OF 1977, PROVIDING FOR THEIR ISSUANCE AND
LEVYING A TAX FOR THE PAYMENT THEREOF AND CALLING FOR REDEMPTION
OF $925,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION TEMPORARY IMPROVEMENT BONDS,
SERIES 1975," awarding the bid to the First National Bank of
St. Paul. Councilman Wahl seconded the motion.
Ayes: 4
Nays: 0
EAGLE RIDGE Mr. Carmen Tuminelli appeared before the Council to request
EAST approval of a change in his preliminary plat with respect to
configuration and location of Unit #2, and the approval of
additional units #7, 8, and 9.
Ayes: 4
Nays: 0
MISCELLANEOUS
After a short discussion and with the recommendations of both
the Planning Consultant, Howard Dahlgren and the Building
Inspector, Richard Bjorklund, Councilman Wahl moved to approve
the changes and additions as requested.
Councilman Schaberg seconded the motion.
Mrs. Dale Peterson of 871 Cheri Lane addressed the Council
with a request to help solve the problem of the setback
requirement of a proposed house being built adjacent to their
home, which according to the ordinance, allows it to be built
10 to 12 feet ahead of their house setback. She stated that
at the time their home was built, the then existing Council
requested them to place their hote at an 85 foot setback, which
they did. Her request is for the adjacent homeowners to be
requested to align their home closer to the existing setback.
STORM DAMAGE
STORM DAMAGE
CLAIMS
BUILDING APPROVAL
REQUEST
Ayes: 4
Nays: 0
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September 20, 1977
After a short discussion, Councilman Losleben was appointed
to investigate this matter and report back to the Council
for a recommendation.
The Council discussed briefly a report submitted by the
Public Works Inspector, Chet Pearson which he and the City
Engineer , Ed Kishel had prepared after a thorough investigation
of the overall flood damage sites in the City.
The City Engineer presented a slide presentation showing the
storm damage to our utility facilities here in Mendota Heights.
A brief discussion followed the slide presentation with the
Council in full agreement on the need for the implementation
of repair work.
The City Engineer and the Public Works Inspector were
requested to supply a work study and an approximate cost
report for the continued meeting on Monday night.
City Administrator, Orvil Johnson gave a short report on the
Federal Small Business loan requirements which are being
implemented to aid the storm damage residents.
Mayor Lockwood requested that Councilman Schaberg, who had
previously toured the damage sites, be the Councils repre-
sentative to follow thru on the progress of the damage repair.
Jerry Murphy was on-hand to elaborate on a letter submitted
by the Somerset Country Club regarding their property damage.
He stated that Somerset would ask that the City initiate a
detailed study to develop plans for management of water
drainage in the area. He stressed full cooperation with the
City on such a project.
After further discussion the Council adjourned this matter
to the Monday night meeting.
The Council acknowledged receipt of storm damage letters
from C.C. Herbert; John T. Henke; and Mr. & Mrs. M.F. Welsch;
which will be turned over to the Citys insurance carrier for
Consideration.
The Council acknowledged receipt of a letter from Duane Kilde
of 1311 Delaware Avenue requesting approval of a building
permit to allow him to finish enclosing a carport which had
been built in 1972.
After a short discussion, the Mayor moved the permit be
issued with the approval of all staff requirements. Councilman
Wahl seconded the motion.
LILYDALE The Council acknowledged receipt of a letter from the City
DAMAGE CLAIM of Lilydale regarding a claim brought against the City of
MENDOTA WATER
COMPANY
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September 20, 1977
Mendota Heights concerning substantial water damage resulting
from the recent flooding.
Mayor Lockwood noted that Administrator Johnson had attended
the Lilydale Council meeting on the previous Thursday evening,
and that he be requested to continue discussions with the
Lilydale officials.
The Council acknowledged receipt of a letter from Joseph
J. LaBuda, vice president of the Mendota Water Company
explaining a malfunction in their water supply system.
Their letter requests assistance from the City of Mendota
Heights personnel for operation of a hydrant supplying water
to the Friendly Hills residents from the St. Paul Water
system, with all expenses incurred being covered by the
Mendota Water Company.
DEPARTMENT REPORTS The Council acknowledged receipt of the Police and Fire
Department reports for August, 1977.
RESOLUTION 77-82 Tke Council acknowledged receipt of a letter from former
I-35E Mayor Donald Huber, introducing a Resolution on I-3BE.
Ayes: 4
Nays: 0
WATER SURCHARGE
LAND PLAN GRANT
After a brief discussion, Council Wahl moved the adoption
of Resolution No. 77-82, "RESOLUTION EXPRESSING INTENSIONS
CONCERNING I-35E CORRIDOR."
Councilman Schaberg seconded the motion.
Administrator Johnson gave a short explanation regarding an
Ordinance establishing a Water surcharge for the City of
Mendota Heights. The Council took it under advisement
for further consideration.
The Council acknowledged a memo from Administrator Johnson
stressing the time limit regarding the application of the
Comprehensive Plan Grant.
After a brief discussion, the Council requested the contin-
uation of discussion be adjourned to the Special meeting
on Monday night.
EMPLOYMENT The Council acknowledged receipt of a memo regarding the
CHANGE resignation of Mrs. Valerie Bliss from the Receptionist/
Clerk/Typist position on August 23, and under routine process
in the advertising of employment and interviewing aid screen.-
ing of applicants, the position has been offered to Mrs.
Pamela Giles of Eagan. Employment commenced on Sept. 14th.
Councilman Losleben moved approval and confirmation of
employment for Mrs. Giles. Councilman Schaberg seconded
the motion.
Ayes: 4
Nays: 0
NOTICE OF APPEAL
RESOLUTION 77-83
PETITION FOR
IMPROVEMENTS
Ayes: 4
Nays: 0
Ayes: 4
Nays: 0
RESOLUTION 77-85,
SOMERSET III
Ayes: 4
Nays: 0
MISCELLANEOUS
LIST OF CLAIMS
Ayes: 4
Nays: 0
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September 20, 1977
Acting City Attorney, Bill Studer, read a Notice of Appeal
from Robert A. & Rosemary Morin of 963 Chippewa Avenue,
regarding their assessment for storm sewer and street
improvements.
City Engineer Ed Kishel submitted a petition from VErnon and
Cathryn Lovegren and Henry and Kathryn Pabst, for the
construction of watermain extensions to serve their respective
properties.
After a brief discussion, Councilman Schaberg moved the
adoption of Resolution No. 77-83, "RESOLUTION ACCEPTING WORK
AND APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND ORDERING WORK DONE
BY DAY LABOR (IMPROVEMENT NO. 77, PROJECT NO. 7, WATERMAIN
EXTENSION)," conditioned upon approval of the affected property
owners and procedure according to Chapter 429, Minnesota
Statutes.
Councilman Losleben seconded the motion.
After a brief discussion, Councilman Schaberg moved the adoption
of Resolution No. 77-84, "RESOLUTION ACCEPTING REPORT AND
APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND ORDERING WORK DONE BY
DAY LABOR (IMPROVEMENT NO. 77, PROJECT NO. EU/WATER SERVICES),"
conditioned upon approval of the affected property owners and
procedure according to Chapter 429, Minnesota Statutes.
Councilman Losleben seconded the motion.
The City Engineer submitted a feasibility report for the
proposed utilities to serve the Somerset No. III Addition. He
outlined the construction and the costs involved in the
project.
After a short discussion, Councilman Losleben moved adoption of
Resolution No. 77-85, "RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE FEASIBILITY
STUDY AND ORDERING PREPARATION OF PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS
THEREFORE," (option on Bachelor Avenue.
Mayor Lockwood seconded the motion.
The Council acknowledged receipt of the monthly statement
for August, 1977.
Mayor Lockwood moved the adoption of the following motion:
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,
September 20, 1977, having been audited by the City Council, be
and are hereby allowed and the Mayor and Clerk/Treasurer of the
City of Mendota Heights are hereby authorized and directed to
issue City checks in payment of said claims.
Councilman Schaberg seconded the motion.
LICENSES
Ayes: 4
Nays: 0
ADJOURN
Ayes: 4
Nays: 0
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September 20, 1977
Councilman Wahl moved to grant license approval to the
following list of applicants, with the approval of the
Building Inspector, Richard Bjorklund.
Marich Construction
Pischke Construction
Robert Licha
Dick Lind Company
General Contractor License
General Contractor License
Masonry Contractor License
Heating & Air Conditioning License
Councilman Schaberg seconded the motion.
There being no further business to come before the Council,
Councilman Schaberg moved that the meeting be adjourned to
7:30 o'clock P.M. on Monday, September 26, 1977.
Councilman Losieben seconded the motion.
TIME OF ADJOURNMENT: 12:51 o'clock P.M.
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