1974-01-15 Council minutesPage322
January 15, 1974
CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
DAKOTA COUNTY
STATE OF MINNESOTA
Minutes of the Regular Meeting
Held Tuesday, January 15, 1974
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.
Acting Mayor Lockwood called the meeting to order at 8:00 o'clock P.M. The
following members were present: Acting Mayor Lockwood, Councilmen Losleben,
Wahl and Gutzmer. Mayor Huber had notified the Council that he would be out
of town.
HEARING --
MARIE AVENUE
IMPROVEMENTS,
DODD ROAD TO
VICTORIA AVENUE
Acting Mayor Lockwood opened the meeting for the
purpose of a public hearing on the proposed
construction of Marie Avenue from Dodd Road to
Victoria Avenue. He then turned the meeting over to
City Administrator Johnson for an explanation of the
proposed project.
Mr. Johnson gave a brief history and presentation of
the proposed project, stating that notices had been
sent to all owners of property which would be
affected by the proposed project and that notices had
also been published in the West St. Paul Sun Newspaper
in accordance with State Statutes. The proposed
project includes street, curb and gutters, sanitary
sewer, storm sewer and water improvements, with the
following estimated costs: sanitary sewer, $30,000;
storm sewer, $30,000; water, $55,000; streets and
curb and gutters, $430,000. Mr. Johnson stated that
the street is proposed to be built according to MSA
standards, with a 44 foot driving surface and concrete
curb and gutters. He also explained the MSA road
system in Mendota Heights and the theory of MSA road
systems. Mr. Johnson also outlined the reason that
the street construction is being proposed.
Financial Advisor Larry Shaughnessy explained the
proposed financing of the project. He stated that the
cost estimates are based on mid-1973 cost figures.
Acting Mayor Lockwood asked for questions and comments
from the audience.
Mr. Richard Sherlock, 1822 Valley Curve, asked why
the proposed width of the east segment of Marie
Avenue is 36 feet when the Council proposes 44 feet
for the section from Dodd to Victoria.
Mr. Joseph Stefani, 1920 Valley Curve, suggested that
the Council consider alternate construction, such as
completing Marie Avenue to Wachtler Avenue and
completing Wachtler Avenue.
Ayes: 4
Nays: 0
RECESS
MARIE AVENUE
IMPROVEMENTS,
DODD ROAD TO
VICTORIA AVENUE
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Dr. Richard Meierotto, 1794 South Lexington, stated
his objection to having any construction done in
the valley and cautioned the Council to consider the
value of aesthetics.
Mr. John Phillips, 1835 Hunter Lane, expressed his
desire for construction of this segment of Marie
Avenue, stating that an east-west thoroughfare has
been needed for twenty years. He stated that this
would provide a safe roadway for children to bicycle
on as well as providing an east-west thoroughfare for
persons who do not want to cope with highway speeds.
Mrs. Neil Sher, 1694 Lilac Lane, requested that a
pathway or trail along the roadway be provided for
pedestrian access to the park area.
Mr. David Fogelson, 1800 Valley Curve, stated that
the valley is a recreational area and that the valley
should be preserved.
Mr. Clarence Lindberg, 1808 Valley Curve, aske d how
the drainage will be handled.
Mr. John Spanjers, 1824 Valley Curve, stated that there
is a culvert in the creek for park construction and
asked if that would remain in place after Marie Avenue
construction. He requested that the culvert be
removed before spring so that his lot does not flood.
Mrs. Peg Fogelson, 1800 Valley Curve, stated that the
project should be delayed a few years.
Mrs. Carol McQuay, 976 Kay, stated that she is in
favor of the proposed construction and that her
family has waited for this project for several years.
Councilman Losleben indicated his desire to provide
pedestrian and non-motorized vehicle access along this
roadway.
There being no further questions or comments from the
audience, Acting Mayor Lockwood moved that the hearing
be closed.
Councilman Wahl seconded the motion.
Acting Mayor Lockwood called a recess at 9:36 P.M.
The meeting was readjourned at 9:46 P.M.
Councilman Gutzmer moved the adoption of Resolution
Number 74-09, "RESOLUTION ORDERING CONSTRUCTION OF
STREET IMPROVEMENTS, STORM SEWER, AND OF AN EXTENSION
TO THE VILLAGE'S WATER AND SANITARY SEWER SYSTEMS FOR
Ayes: 4
Nays: 0
Ayes: 4
Nays: 0
COMMUNICATIONS
FIRE PROTECTION
CONTRACTS
Ayes: 4
Nays: 0
Ayes: 4
Nays: 0
MSA ALLOTTMENT
FLOOD PLAIN
REGULATIONS
MARIE AVENUE
AND ORDERING
THEREFORE."
Acting Mayor
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BETWEEN DODD ROAD AND VICTORIA AVENUE
PREPARATION OF PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS
Lockwood seconded the motion.
Councilman Losleben moved that the Engineer and City
Administrator be directed to provide plans for
pedestrian ways and non-motorized vehicle access
along the roadway in the final plans and
specifications.
Councilman Gutzmer seconded the motion.
The Council acknowledged receipt of correspondence
from Dakota County Administrator Anderson regarding
the appointment of a County Civil Defense Director
and commending Police Chief Martin Baldwin for his
assistance in selecting the new Director.
Councilman Gutzmer moved that the Acting Mayor and
Clerk-Treasurer be authorized to execute the Fire
Service Contract Amendment with Sunfish Lake.
Councilman Losleben seconded the motion.
Councilman Wahl moved that the Acting Mayor and
Clerk-Treasurer be authorized to executethe Fire
Service Contract Amendment with Mendota.
Acting Mayor Lockwood seconded the motion.
City Administrator Johnson outlined for the Council
the 1973 MSA allottment, indicating that the
allottment for 1973 is $53,600, while the allottment
for 1972 was $42,200.
The Council acknowledged receipt of a notice of
hearing on flood plain regulations for the Lower
Minnesota River Watershed District. Administrator
Johnson stated that there is nothing in the rules and
regulations which would be adverse to anything the
city might plan for the watershed district area in
the future and suggested that no action be taken by
the City on the adoption of flood plain regulations.
Attorney Winthrop stated that there is no reason for
the city to adopt anything on this matter, but rather
that the city can use the rules and regulations
adopted by the Board of Managers of the Watershed
District.
SALARY NEGOTIATIONS -
POLICE DEPARTMENT
Ayes: 4
Nays: 0
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City Administrator Johnson stated that the League of
Minnesota Municipalities negotiator, Cy Smythe, has
negotiated a 1974 salary rate of $1,085 for top
patrolman, and that the union has agreed to this
rate: there will be no increase in fringe benefits.
The salary increments for each position on the
patrolman scale will be increased by $78.00 per month.
He requested that the Council authorize the Mayor an d
Clerk to execute the labor contract after it has be en
checked by the League of Minnesota Municipalities
and signed by the Union officials, so that the police
officers can receive the salary adjustment on January 31
Councilman Gutzmer moved that the Mayor and Clerk-
Treasurer be authorized to sign the 1974 police
contract with Local No. 320, authorizing a salary of
$1,085 per month for top patrolman.
Councilman Wahl seconded the motion.
DEFERRED Administrator Johnson and City Attorney Winthrop
COMPENSATION explained to the Council the purpose and theory of
a deferred compensation plan for city employees.
Mr. Johnson requested that he and Attorney Winthrop
be authorized to prepare a deferred compensation plan
for Mendota Heights city employees.
Ayes: 4
Nays: 0
WEST ST. PAUL
FIRE RESPONSE
AIR CONDITIONING
LICENSE
METROPOLITAN TRANSIT
COMMISSION
MENDOTA HEIGHTS
INDUSTRIAL PARK
Acting Mayor Lockwood moved the adoption of Resolution
No. 74-10, "RESOLUTION RELATING TO DEFERRED
COMPENSATION PLAN FOR CITY EMPLOYEES."
Councilman Losleben seconded the motion.
Administrator Johnson briefly outlined for the
Council the Mendota Heights Fire Department involvement
in the containment of the recent fire in West St. Paul.
Councilman Wahl requested that the City Attorney make
a provision in the Licensing Ordinance to include
licensing for Air Conditioning installation.
Councilman Losleben reported on a MTC meeting he and
Councilman Wahl had attended on January 9. He
suggested that the city request mailing packet surveys
from the MTC to be sent to area residents requesting
their feelings on the need or desire for bus routes
within Mendota Heights.
City Engineer Kishel submitted to the Council final
plans and specifications for Mendota Heights
Industrial Park improvements, Improvement No. 73,
Project No. 3, and requested that the plans and
specifications be approved by the Council so that they
can be submitted to the Minnesota Highway Department
for approval.
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Councilman Losleben moved the adoption of Resolution
Number 74-11, "RESOLUTION APPROVING PLANS AND
SPECIFICATIONS FOR MENDOTA HEIGHTS INDUSTRIAL PARK."
Councilman Gutzmer seconded the motion.
Ayes: 4
Nays: 0
LIST OF CLAIMS Councilman Wahl moved the Council to adopt the
following motion:
RESOLVED that the claims submitted to the Council for
payment, a summary of which is set forth on the list
attached hereto and identified as List of Claims
submitted for payment, January 15, 1974, 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 Losleben seconded the motion.
Ayes: 4
Nays: 0
CIGARETTE LICENSES Acting Mayor Lockwood moved the approval of the list
of Cigarette Licenses, granting licenses to:
Ayes: 4
Nays: 0
LICENSES
Ayes: 4
Nays: 0
Hannigan's Kwik Shop
Somerset Country Club
McNamara's Gulf
Cigarette License
Cigarette License
Cigarette License
Councilman Gutzmer seconded the motion.
Councilman Losleben moved approval of the list of
licenses, granting licenses to:
Northland Concrete Co. Masonry License
Dick Timmers Excavating Excavating License
Councilman Wahl seconded the motion.
PUBLIC WORKS Continued from January 8. After a lengthy discussion
INSPECTOR of the proposed Public Works Inspector position,
Councilman Losleben moved the adoption of Resolution
Number 74-12, "RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING PUBLIC WORKS
INSPECTOR POSITION."
Councilman Wahl seconded the motion.
Ayes: 4
Nays: 0
ADJOURN
Ayes: 4
Nays: 0
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There being no further business to come before the
Council, Acting Mayor Lockwood moved that the meeting
be adjourned.
Councilman Gutzmer seconded the motion.
TIME OF ADJOURNMENT: 12:22 o'clock A.M.
ATTEST:
Robert G. Lockwood
Acting Mayor
Clerk-
dahau gh
reasurer