1973-12-04 Council minutesPage 304
December 4, 1973
VILLAGE OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
DAKOTA COUNTY
STATE OF MINNESOTA
Minutes of the Regular Meeting
Held Tuesday, December 4, 1973
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the regular meeting of the Village
Council, Village of Mendota Heights was held at 8:00 o'clock P.M. at the
Village Hall, 750 South Plaza Drive, Mendota Heights, Minnesota.
Mayor Huber called the meeting to order at 8:10 o'clock P.M. The following
members were present: Mayor Huber, Councilmen Losleben, Wahl and Gutzmer.
Councilman Lockwood had notified the Council that he would be late.
APPROVE
MINUTES
Ayes: 4
Nays: 0
PLANNING COMMISSION
CASE NO. 73-7, PERRON
REZONING HEARING
Ayes: 4
Nays: 0
PARKS AND RECREATION
COMMISSION
TAX ABATEMENTS
Ayes: 4
Nays: 0
Ayes: 4
Nays: 0
PLANNING COMMISSION
CASE NO. 73-22,
PALMITESSA SUBDIVISION
Mayor Huber moved approval of the minutes of the
November 20 meeting.
Councilman Wahl seconded the motion.
Mayor Huber opened the meeting for the purpose of
a public hearing on rezoning of property at 8:15 P.M.
He noted that weather conditions were extremely bad
and that the apparent lack of public attendance
would precltde a full hearing.
After a short discussion, Councilman Losleben moved
that the hearing be continued to December 18.
Councilman Gutzmer seconded the motion.
Mayor Huber acknowledged receipt of the November 26
Parks and Recreation Commission minutes. He
expressed concern and uneasiness that the Commission
had created a sub-committee on trails, suggesting
that public hearings are preferable to sub-committees
for citizen input.
Mayor Huber moved that an abatement be granted to
John J. Lapakko for Parcel #27614, reducing from
$266 to nil taxes payable in 1973.
Councilman Wahl seconded the motion.
Mayor Huber moved to deny the abatements for
Floyd Eiselt for Parcel #26865.
Councilman Losleben seconded the motion.
Administrator Johnson explained the two surveys
submitted by Mr. Palmitessa, explaining that both
parcels exceeded the 15,000 square foot requirement
however, the lot width was 98.26 feet. After further
Ayes: 4
Nays: 0
PLANNING COMMISSION
CASE NO. 73-27, INLAND
INDUSTRIAL PARK
SOILS PROTECTION
ORDINANCE
FUEL AND ENERGY
COMMITTEE
APPOINTMENT OF
VOLUNTEER FIREMAN
Ayes: 4
Nays: 0
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discussion, Councilman WAhl moved that the
subdivision be approved and a variance granted for
the front yard width.
Councilman Gutzmer seconded the motion.
Mayor Huber noted that representatives of Inland
were not present at this time and the agenda would
be continued.
Administrator Johnson displayed a soils protection
map and briefly explained the relationship between
the proposed ordinance and the map, which is to be
made a part of the ordinance. Mayor Huber noted
that the various wetlands must be dovetailed in with
future drainage facilities as will be proposed in
the Surface Water Management Study. Councilman Gutzmer
noted that he had a number of questions concerning the
ordinance, including whether this was the final form.
It was noted that the proposed ordinance had not been
submitted to Attorney Winthrop for final drafting at
this time. It was agreed that further soils
protection policies should be developed and that the
proposed ordinance should be developed in concert
with the Surface Water Management proposals.
Administrator Johnson was directed to submit the map
to Hickok and Associates, requesting that they study
the map, advising on a proposal that would satisfy
both soils protection policies and future surface
water facilities. Further discussion on the
ordinance intent is to follow.
Civil Defense Director Martin Baldwin appeared to
advise the Council of recent Civil Defense directives
concerning fuel and energy shortages. He noted that
the State Civil Defense Director had recommended
the establishment of a Fuel and Energy Committee.
Mayor Huber noted that he had received a communication
from the State Civil Defense Director advising as to
local policies and practices. Director Baldwin and
Administrator Johnson were directed to proceed,
obtaining names of suppliers willing to serve on such
a committee.
Administrator Johnson noted that an application had
been received from David Noack. He noted that
David Noack would be available for day time response,
that he met all qualifications, and recommended his
appointment.
Councilman Gutzmer moved that David Noack,
665 4th Avenue, be appointed to the Volunteer Fire
Department.
Councilman Losleben seconded the motion.
Councilman Lockwood arrived at 9:35 o'clock P.M.
PLANNING COMMISSION
CASE NO. 73-27,
INLAND INDUSTRIAL
PARK
Ayes: 5
Nays: 0
APPLICATION FOR
BUILDING PERMIT
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After a brief introduction by Administrator Johnson,
Bruce Patterson of Minnesota Valley Engineering
explained a proposed plat for Inland Industrial
Park located south of Mendota Heights Road and east
of T.H. 13. After his explanation, reports were
noted from Planner James Ruone and Engineer Ed Kishel.
Mayor Huber suggested that street right-of-way
widths be 80 feet in accordance with Ed Kishel's
report. Mr. Patterson indicated that Inland would
be petitioning for public facilities in the near
future. He further indicated that Inland propos ed
to grade the northwesterly two or three lots in the
very near future.
After further discussion, Mayor Huber moved approval
of the preliminary plat subject to the following
conditions:
1. Street right-of-way be increased to 80 feet.
2. Road surfaces be established at 44 feet.
3. The plat provide all easements as recommended
by Engineer Kishel.
4. Grade the sites so that first floor level of
proposed buildings be no less than 2 feet above
street grade.
5. Determine the location of storm sewer extension
and provide easement and/or revise lot lines.
6. Work out a park contribution proposal with
Administrator Johnson.
7. Provide firm grading plans for the proposed
plat.
Councilman Gutzmer seconded the motion.
Mr. Tom Boemer was present to explain his application
for a building permit for Minnesota Knitting Mills
to be placed on proposed Lot 1 of the Inland
Industrial Park. He explained the proposed metal
building, submitting an architect's rendition. He
noted that the building was to be 33,600 square feet
and that he would like to start construction
immediately. A representative of Minnesota Knitting
Mills was present to further explain the manufacturing
process to be conducted on the site.
Mayor Huber moved that the building permit be
approved subject to:
1. Review and approval by Administrator Johnson as
to the application meeting Zoning Ordinance
requirements.
Ayes: 5
Nays: 0
PERSONNEL
RESOLUTION
Ayes: 5
Nays: 0
STAFF APPOINTMENT
Ayes: 5
Nays: 0
LABOR NEGOTIATIONS
MISCELLANEOUS
LIST OF CLAIMS
Ayes: 5
Nays: 0
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2. That all necessary
Metropolitan Sewer
4, 1973
data be submitted to the
Board and approval granted.
Councilman Wahl seconded the motion.
Councilman Wahl moved the adoption of Resolution
NUMber 73-95, "RESOLUTION CORRECTING RESOLUTION
NO. 73-93, SECTION 10, SICK LEAVE."
Councilman Losleben seconded the motion.
The appointment of Kathleen Dierberger as clerk-
receptionist was recommended by Administrator Johnson.
Administrator Johnson noted that Phyllis Lang had
requested a transfer to the part-time Police Clerk
position. Such request was granted, therefore the
full-time clerk-receptionist position was vacant at
this time.
Councilman Lockwood moved that Kathleen Dierberger
be appointed clerk-receptionist.
Councilman Losleben seconded the motion.
Administrator Johnson noted that a master contract
with Teamsters' Union 320, Police Bargaining Unit,
was prepared by Cy Smythe. He also noted that
Mr. Smythe had been instructed to meet with the
Union business agent and local police steward.
The Council acknowledged receipt of the Village
Engineer's Engineering Status Report for
November, 1973.
The Council acknowledged receipt of the Village
Financial Statement for October, 1973.
Mayor Huber moved the Council to adopt the
following motion:
RESOLVED that the claims submitted to the Village
Council for payment, a summary of which is set forth
on the list attached hereto and identified as List
of Claims submitted for payment, December 4, 1973,
having been audited by the Village Council, be and
are hereby allowed and the Mayor and Clerk-Treasurer
of the Village of Mendota Heights are hereby
authorized and directed to issue Village checks in
payment of said claims.
Councilman Gutzmer seconded the motion.
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LICENSES Councilman Wahl moved approval of the list of
licenses, granting a license to:
Dimensional Builders General Contractor License
Councilman Gutzmer seconded the motion.
Ayes: 5
Nays: 0
ADJOURN
Ayes: 5
Nays: 0
There being no further business to come before
the Council, Councilman Gutzmer moved that the meeting
be adjourned.
Councilman Losleben seconded the motion.
TIME OF ADJOURNMENT: 10:40 o'clock P.M.
ATTEST:
Donald L. Huber
Mayor
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