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1975-06-17 Council minutesPage 539 June 17, 1975 CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS DAKOTA COUNTY STATE OF MINNESOTA Minutes of the Regular Meeting Held Tuesday, June 17, 1975 Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the regular meeting of the City Council, City of Mendota Heights, was held at 8:00 o'clock P.M. at the City Hall, 750 South Plaza Drive, Mendota Heights, Minnesota. Mayor Huber called the meeting to order at 8:00 o'clock P.M. The following members were present: Mayor Huber, Councilmen Gutzmer, Losleben, and Wahl. Councilman Lockwood had notified the Council that he would be absent. APPROVE Approval of the minutes was tabled until July 1, 1975, MINUTES due to equipment breakdown and delay of the submittal of the minutes to the Council. FURLONG AVENUE AREA IMPROVEMENTS Ayes: 4 Nays: 0 Ayes: 4 Nays: 0 Mayor Huber opened the meeting for the purpose of the continuation of a feasibility hearing on proposed sanitary sewer and water improvements to serve the Furlong Area. Mayor Huber asked for questions and comments from the audience. Mr. Bernard Biessener, 1309 Furlong Avenue, stated that he hopes for feasibility approval and acceptance of the project. Several unrecognized members of the audience participated , in the discussion and questions were asked on assessments regarding what would be considered useable and non-useable property and the possibility of special adjustments on such property. Administrator Johnson stated that the MAC property would benefit from the water improvements, and that the cost for watermain construction would be distributed amonst the benefitting property owners. He further stated that a determination will be made at a later date regarding what should and should not be considered useable property and the associated assessments. Mr. Clarence Krueger, 1015 MacArthur Avenue, stated that he is in favor of the project, but that the current building moratorium has created a problem. He purchased a house in the MAC area in 1973, and has a lot in the proposed project area for the home to be moved upon, but he cannot meet the deadline of July 1 given to him by the MAC for moving the house because of the moratorium. Mayor Huber stated that the City would assist Mr. Krueger in his request for more time from MAC. There being no further questions or comments, Mayor Huber moved that the hearing be closed. Councilman Gutzmer seconded the motion. The hearing was closed at 8:55 o'clock P.M. Councilman Losleben moved the adoption of Resolution No. 75-5001, "RESOLUTION EXTENDING BUILDING MORATORIUM," extending the moratorium through July 15, 1975. Councilman Wahl seconded the motion. Page 540 June 17, 1975 CLEMENT/VANDALL Mr. Jere Logan, representing the residents in the proposed AREA PROPOSED improvement area, addressed himself to the Council in affirming IMPROVEMENTS their position on the proposed project and presented their latest proposal as follows: COMMUNICATIONS SIGN VIOLATION 24 foot wide streets on Upper Clement, 1st Avenue, 2nd Avenue, 3rd Avenue, 4th Avenue, Clement from 2nd to 3rd Avenues, Vandall from 3rd to 4th Avenues; 18 foot wide streets in all other areas; curbs only at corners; storm sewers essentially as in the "country style" street proposal by Bettenburg dated May 14, 1975. The petition and sketch of this proposal was received in the City offices on June 17, 1975. Mayor Huber thanked Mr. Logan for his presentation. Mr. Fred Metcalfe, 695 Wentworth Avenue, stated that the residents of Somerset, as direct recipients of the storm sewer drainage from Clement/Vandall improvements, wish to go on record regarding their concern of the water drainage problem. The Council informed the Council that a decision on the proposed improvements would be made on July 15. The Council acknowledged receipt of a letter from Miles Bredvold, 1281 Lakeview Avenue, regarding proposed Furlong area improvements, The Council also acknowledged receipt of letters from Mr. & Mrs. Vern Richgels, 1310 Kendon Lane, Frances Richgels, 1309 Kendon Lane, and Mr. & Mrs. Hollis Huebner, 1305 Kendon Lane, regarding proposed Furlong area improvements. The Council acknowledged receipt of a letter from Phillip Fournier, 1306 Kendon Lane, regarding proposed Furlong area improvements. The Council acknowledged receipt of a letter from the Dakota County Highway Department regarding a meeting to be held on June 19 on the County Highway System Plan and the 5-year County highway system construction program. Administrator Orvil Johnson stated that Howard Dahlgren was planning to attend the meeting. Councilman Gutzmer and Planning Commission Chairwoman Ridder also stated that they would attend the meeting. The Council acknowledged receipt of a petition from several residents requesting the re-establishment of the pond in the valley between T.H. 110 and Marie Avenue. Mr. Harvey Bream was present to discuss a letter submitted by the City Administrator to Mrs. Ruth Rossetter and Mr. Bream regarding a sign violation. The letter indicated that the advertising sign located on Mrs. Rossetter's property across from Diamond Jim's is not in conformance with the Zoning Ordinance. MARIE PARK POND Ayes: 4 Nays: 0 Ayes: 4 Nays: 0 Page 541 June 17, 1975 Mr. Bream asked the Council for a special permit or variance on a temporary basis, stating that he has a contract with the Rossetter Realty Company for a six-month period, which began May 1, 1975, and that he feels the sign is invaluable to the sale of the Eagle Ridge condominiums. The Council pointed out that the Zoning Ordinance does not allow a variance in this instance, and the acting City Attorneystated that the sign is in violation of the ordinance and to allow it would be setting a precedent. Mr. Bream stated that he will research the Ordinances of surrounding communities to find out what their regulations are concerning this type of advertising sign. City Engineer Kishel stated that because of the potential surface water developing in the Marie Park there is much concern over the capacity of a holding pond in the park. He stated that it is necessary to take immediate steps to control the water level in the pond. He further stated that it is questionable whether the Burow pond could be a complete holding pond for the area, as he does not feel it would be effective enough, but that perhaps the park pond and theBurow pond should be interconnected. Mr. Kishel outlined two schemes for surface water control and the associated cost. After considerable discussion, Mayor Huber moved that the Engineer be authorized to prepare a change order in the Fischer Construction Company contract (Improvement No. 73, Project No. 2) to include construction of force mains for the Marie Park Pond. Councilman Losleben seconded the motion. Councilman Losleben moved that the Engineer be directed to prepare a change in the Kopp/Gearman plans and specifications to include construction for the Marie Park pond. Councilman Gutzmer seconded the motion. RECESS Mayor Huber called a recess at 10:45 o'clock P.M. The meeting was readjourned at 11:00 o'clock P.M. PARK COMMISSION The Council acknowledged receipt of the May 28 Park and Recreation Commission meeting minutes. There was some discussion regarding the acquisition of property to provide park facilities for the Curley Valley View area. DEPARTMENT The Council acknowledged receipt of the Police Department REPORTS monthly report for May, 1975, and the Fire Department monthly report for May, 1975. CETA Administrator Johnson stated that the City will be provided with three employees through the CETA program for part of the summer. He explained that the program will last for ten weeks, 32 hours per week per employee, at a salary of $2.10 per hour. The program is funded through the CETA program. HIGHWAY STUDY Page 542 June 17, 1975 The Council acknowledged receipt of a proposal from Planning Consultant Dahlgren for the preparation of a highway study for Mendota Heights. The study is proposed to take approximately 6 months to complete, at a cost of $3,000. Mayor Huber pointed out that such a study is a necessity and would enable the City officials to take a firm stand on future highway construction. After discussing the proposal, the Council directed Mr. Dahlgren to submit a more detailed proposal for consideration at a later date. LEXINGTON HIGHLAND Administrator Johnson stated that the Developers Agreements for EAST AND WEST Lexington Highland East and West have been executed by Mr. Kopp and Mr. Gearman and submitted to the City officials for Council approval. Mr. Johnson outlined the agreements for the Council. Ayes: 4 Nays: 0 SPACE STUDY After a brief discussion, Councilman Gutzmer moved that the Mayor and Administrator be authorized to execute the Developers Agree- ments for Lexington Highland East and West. Councilman Losleben seconded the motion. Administrator Johnson stated that the cost for the preparation of the Space Study overran the original cost estimate and outlined the new figures. After a brief discussion, the Council directed the Administrator to negotiate with Mrs. Barbara Lukermann on the additional costs; the new billing is not acceptable. CHERRY HILLS SECOND Engineer Kishel submitted to the Council a feasibility report ADDITION on proposed Cherry Hills Second Addition improvements. After a brief discussion, Mayor Huber moved the adoption of Resolution No. 75-51, "RESOLUTION ACCEPTING ENGINEER'S REPORT AND CALLING FOR HEARING ON PROPOSED CONSTRUCTION OF SANITARY SEWER, WATER, STREET, CURB AND GUTTER AND STORM SEWER IMPROVEMENTS TO SERVE THE CHERRY HILLS SECOND ADDITION," the hearing to be held on August 5. Councilman Wahl seconded the motion. Ayes: 4 Nays: 0 Councilman Gutzmer moved the adoption of Resolution No. 75-52, "RESOLUTION ORDERING PREPARATION OF PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR PROPOSED'CONSTRUCTION OF SANITARY SEWER EXTENSIONS, WATER MAIN EXTENSIONS, STORM SEWERS AND STREET AND CURB AND GUTTER CONSTRUCTION FOR THE CHERRY HILLS SECOND ADDITION." Councilman Wahl seconded the motion. Ayes: 4 Nays: 0 ASSESSMENT - Mayor Huber moved the adoption of Resolution No. 75-53, HEARINGS "RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING PREPARATION OF ASSESSMENT ROLL AND CALLING FOR HEARING ON ASSESSMENT ROLL FOR INLAND INDUSTRIAL PARK IMPROVEMENTS (IMPROVEMENT NO. 74, PROJECT NO. 1)," the hearing to be held on August 12. Councilman Gutzmer seconded the motion. Ayes: 4 Nays: 0 Ayes: 4 Nays: 0 LICENSES Ayes: 4 Nays: 0 Ayes: 4 Nays: 0 Ayes: 4 Nays: 0 Ayes: 4 Nays: 0 Ayes: 4 Nays: 0 Page 543 June 17, 1975 Mayor Huber moved the adoption of Resolution No. 75-54, "RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING PREPARATION OF ASSESSMENT ROLL AND CALLING FOR HEARING ON ASSESSMENT ROLL FOR STREET IMPROVEMENTS ON MARIE AVENUE BETWEEN.,.DODD ROAD AND DELAWARE AVENUE (IMPROVEMENT NO. 73, PROJECT NO. .1) ," the hearing to be held on August 12. Councilman Gutzmer seconded the motion. Councilman Losleben moved that an On-Sale Club Liquor License be granted to the Somerset Country Club. Councilman Gutzmer seconded the motion. Councilman Losleben moved that an On-Sale Club Liquor License be granted to the Mendakota Country Club. Councilman Wahl seconded the motion. Councilman Wahl moved that a Firewokks permit be issued to the Somerset Country Club for July 4. Mayor Huber seconded the motion. Mayor Huber moved that a cigarette license be granted to Hannigan's Kwik Shop. Councilman Wahl seconded the motion. Councilman Wahl moved approval of the list of licenses, granting licenses to: B. & E. Fence Company Stromath & Theis Construction Company Soren G. Sorenson Sussel Company Quality Construction Service & Supply, Inc. A. Kamish & Sons, Inc. Maplewood Sewer & Water Inc. A. Binder & Son, Inc. Spriggs Plumbing & Heating Company Central Air Conditioning & Heating Company Goifview Plumbing Rascher Plumbing & Heating Inc. , Doody, Inc. Consolidated Plumbing & Heating Company General Contractor License General Contractor License General Contractor License General Contractor License General Contractor License Excavating License Excavating License Heating License Heating License Heating License Plumbing License Plumbing License Plumbing License Plumbing License Councilman Losleben seconded the motion. Page 544 June 17, 1975 LIST OF CLAIMS Mayor Huber moved the adoption of the following motion: RESOLVED that the claims submitted to the City Council for payment, a summary of which is setforthlon the list attached hereto and identified as List of Claims submitted for payment, June 17, 1975, having been audited by the City Council, be and are hereby allowed and the Mayor and Clerk-Treasurer are hereby authorized and directed to issue City checks in payment of said claims. Councilman Gutzmer seconded the motion. Ayes: 4 Nays: 0 ADJOURN There being no further business to come before the Council, Councilman Gutzmer moved that the meeting be adjourned. Councilman Wahl seconded the motion. Ayes: 4 Nays: 0 TIME OF ADJOURNMENT: 12:13 o'clock A.M. ATTEST: Donald L. Huber Mayor