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Home My WebLink About03.04.91 Council Packet AGENDA COUNCIL MEETING REGULAR MARCH 4, 1991 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. APPROVE AGENDA 3. APPROVE MINUTES a. February 19, 1991 - Regular 4. CITIZENS.COMMENTS a. Expression of Appreciation to DARE Donors 5. PUBLIC HEARINGS a. Rezoning Ni of Vacated Locust Street and Lot 9, Block 5 b. Rezoning Ei of NWi of Section 23 6. PETITIONS, REQUESTS AND COMMUNICATIONS 7. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS 8. UNFINISHED BUSINESS a. Police Sergeant Salary/Appeal Process b. Project 87-7 - Fairground Utility Improvements - Change Order/Payment Request c. Assessment Policy d. Personnel Policy e. 1991 Street and Utility Improvement Project - Feasibility Report f. LGA Cuts Analysis g. City Survey Questions 9. NEW BUSINESS a. Specifications for Automated Solid Waste Vehicle and 300 Gallon Containers b. 1991 Solid Waste User Fees c. Tree City USA Designation d. Plans and Specifications for Sewage Flow Monitoring Station 10. MISCELLANEOUS a. Fire Department Vehicle Repair 11. CONSENT AGENDA a. School/Conference Request - Section Fire School b. School/Conference Request - Police Department c. City Hall Maintenance Agreement • d. Add Assistant Engineer Position to Organizational Chart e. Approve Payment of the Bills 12. ADJOURN THE AGENDA IS CLOSED OUT AT NOON ON THE TUESDAY PRECEDING MEETING. AGENDA REQUEST FORM ITEM NO. 12--- NAME: Dan Siebenaler DEPARTMENT: Police DATE: February 26, 1991 MEETING DATE: March 4, 1991 CATEGORY: Citizens Comments SUBJECT: Expression of Appreciation - DARE Donors EXPLANATION: Self Explanatory REFERENCE MATERIAL/RESPONSIBILITY: REFERRED TO: (NAME) DEPARTMENT: Larry Thompson Administration Dan Siebenaler Police (17/1(- L5—e-f; SIGNATURE V3:0)._(P° trut:tii>1 • AGENDA REQUEST FORMVt1)1-1 Cel, ITEM NO. LS Nom: Daniel M. Siebenaler PP2r- DEPARTMENT: Police DATE: February 15 , 1991 MEETING DATE: March 4 , 1991 L likAA u,L 4_ . CATEGORY: New Business p 'apr storm/ /w- SUBJECT: Acceptance of Donations !ALA' AAA/ EXPLANATION: Accept donations of $12 ,750. from various organizations REFERENCE MATERIAL/RESPONSIBILITY: See memo REFERRED TO: (NAME) DEPARTMENT: Larry Thompson City Administrator Wayne Henneke Wayne Henneke - 40110 SIGNATURE MEMO TO: Mayor and Council SUBJECT: D.A.R.E. DATE : February 14 , 1991 In January, 1989 , Officer Ted Dau approached me with the idea of starting a D.A.R.E. Program in the Farmington Schools. D.A.R .E. (Drug Abuse Resistance Education ) is a nationally recognized and very successful program taught at the fifth..grade level by a uniformed police officer. The program involves one hour per week for each fifth grade class over a period of seventeen weeks. The purpose of the program is two fold. First , it educates the children about the effects and consequences of drug use and abuse . Second , and I feel more importantly, it builds self esteem in the kids and gives them the tools and strength to say "NO" to drugs, in all forms. I am familiar with the D.A.R.E. Program and I believe it would fill a need in both our police and school systems. My concern though, was program funding. ' I asked Officer Dau to present a proposed budget for the D.A .R .E. Program. In approximately April of 1989 , Officer Dau presented a budget that broke down program costs for the first year . D.A.R .E . Officer Training --- $2 ,000.00 Training Materials --- 6 ,000.00 Officer' s Time --- 6 ,000.00 Needless to say , in the face of strictly limited resources and cuts from existing budgets , these costs could not be absorbed by the police department budget . I informed Officer Dau that the D.A.R .E. was feasible only if we could solicit private funding. Officer Dau began a campaign to find the money for this worthwhile program. In cooperation with the Farmington School District , a grant appli- cation was filed to cover the cost of D.A.R.E. Officer Training. That application was successful and Officer Dau has been accepted into the LosAngeles Police Department ' s two week D.A.R .E. Officer' s School. All expenses associated with the school are being covered by this Grant. The next stop involved solicitation of funds to cover operating expenses for the program. Representatives from Farmington Schools, Officer Dau and I made requests of the VFW, The American Legion, The Chamber of Commerce and the Eagles. Each of these organizations has pledged $3 ,000. toward the D.A .R .E. Program in the Farmington Schools. In addition SADD ( Students Against Drunk Driving ) held a steak fry at the VFW and raised an additional $750.00. Mayor and Council February 14 , 1991 Page 2 As of this date, the Farmington Police Department has received cash contributions of $12 ,750. and $2 ,000. in the form of a Grant. This overwhelming show of support proves that the City, the School, our business and service organizations and especially our young citizens can pull together to work toward a brighter ,. healthier future for our community. I whole heartedly recommend that the City Council accept the following donations. ( In the order received ) Independent School District ---- $2 ,000.00 Farmington VFW ---- $3 ,000.00 Farmington American Legion ---- $3 ,000.00 Farmington Chamber of Commerce ---- $3 ,000.00 Farmington SADD ---- $ 750.00 Farmington Eagles ---- $3 ,000.00 As always, if you have any comments or questions , feel free to contact me at your convenience. cl) Daniel M. Siebenaler Chief of Police DMS/m cc : Larry Thompson Wayne Henneke Ted Dau VFW American Legion Chamber of Commerce Eagles SADD Leo Ruberto, Ind School Distr. ., . PROPOGED RESOLUTION ACCEPTING DONATIONS OF CASH FROM, FARMINGTON VFW, AMERICAN LEGION, EAGLES, CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, STUDENTS AGAINST DRUNK DRIVERS, AND INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT 192, TOWARD ESTABLISHMENT AND OPERATION OF DRUG ABUSE RESISTANCE EDUCATION (DARE) PROGRAM AND THE ESTABLISHMENT OF SPECIAL REVENUE FUND - DARE FUND #205 Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Farmington, was held in the City Hall of said City on the 19th day of February, 1991, at 7:00 P. M. The following members were present : The following members were absent : Member introduced and Member seconded the following resolution: WHEREAS, the Farmington Police Department has long standing cooperation with the Farmington Independent School District 192; and WHEREAS, it is the intent of the Police Department and the School District to establish a Drug Abuse Resistance Education (DARE) Program; and WHEREAS, there have been cash contributions offered to pay all expenses relating to a DARE Program in the following amounts and by these organizations. Independent School District 192 $2, 000. 00 • VFW Post 7662 $3, 000. 00 Farmington American Legion $3, 000. 00 Farmington Eagles $3, 000. 00 Farmington Chamber of Commerce $3, 000. 00 Students Against Drunk Driving $ 750. 00 and WHEREAS, it is in the best interest of the City of Farmington to accept these donations. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that said donations be hereby accepted. . ' NOW THEREFORE, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED to establish a special revenue fund called DARE FUND #205. All financial transactions of the D. A. R. E. Program shall be recorded in this fund. Expenditures not related to the D. A. R. E. Program activities may not be made from this fund. This resolution adopted by recorded vote of the Farmington City Council in open session on the 19th day of February, 1991. . • . I MEMO TO : Mayor and Council SUBJECT: Add-on to February 19th Agenda DATE : February 19 , 1991 Request permission to place three additional items on the add-on agenda . These items were originally intended for the March 4th meeting , however we received notification today that in order to take advantage reduced air fares , it is necessary to book at least 14 days in advance and therefore action must be taken at this meeting to save $200. I apologize for any inconvenience this late notice may cause , but I feel that it is important to save money where we can. CO A Daniel M. Siebenaler Chief of Police DMS/mw f ti AGENDA REQUEST FORM 45 ITEM NO. NAME: Charles Tooker DEPARTMENT: Planning DATE: February 20, 1991 MEETING DATE: March 4, 1991 CATEGORY: Public Hearings SUBJECT: Rezoning Ni of Vacated Locust Street and Adjoining Lot 9, Block 5 EXPLANATION: A Planning Commission initiated amendment to follow up upon the removal of an industrial building on the west side of Second Street. A public hearing was held by the Planning Commission on February 12th. The recommendation is to rezone from B-3 to R-3. REFERENCE MATERIAL/RESPONSIBILITY: Agenda Report/Minutes of 2/12/91 Planning Commission Meeting REFERRED TO: (NAME) DEPARTMENT: Larry Thompson Administration Karen Finstuen Administration Charles Tooker Planning 17)/ if /441(eL SIGNATURE t MEMO TO: MAYOR AND COUNCIL SUBJECT: PUBLIC HEARINGS - REZONING DATE: FEBRUARY 28, 1991 As you will note there are two proposed rezoning items on the March 4, 1991 agenda. Per the Zoning Ordinance, the Council has the option of taking action on the items or schedule public hearings. If a hearing is scheduled, notices will have to be sent to property owners within 350' of the area proposed to be rezoned. 4° 14 L ry Thompso City Administrator cc: Charlie Tooker Karen Finstuen file I- II 1 nv w \ \ r) I _._. . I a et ��IINYr �� \;i I I co r Lau ,r Iv, -r I • nu�r_ - • A01, 1 4 N /nnn 111 II 5`," a G ix COC J } N 1-4 >.� _I" ®�ung®� 11111n11 IN tliiliiii��k�„ ' ,�..i.,,, 1 i_ J.wane eon rano=WM ..,,- 1- e 1j - 0 O W ct - W - Al -` �[T- 2� -- 1111111 �i:li'Mliat i H Z N D Z O II `t1 z---="-- ulim � b>Mwr unrl-- 'J Q -! I• J W , /i ' F'="----N..:2=ti E.=`L.. 1=1.14iAii tri-If-Sumo. 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Public Hearing - 7:00 P.M. - Rezoning of Lot 9, Block 5 and North Half of Locust Street When the original Comprehensive Plan was drafted, the first implementation document, the zoning ordinance of 1971, indicated that the industrial building on the east side of the railroad with frontage on Second Street should be zoned B-3 Heavy Business rather than to be designated a non-conforming use and placed in one of three categories of residential zoning. Following a long period of vacancy, this building fell into disrepair and was ultimately condemned by the City. Certain neighbors called this new vacant parcel to the attention of the Planning Commission asking that it be given a residential designation before another business or industrial use was introduced. The City staff believes that the property could be placed in either of two residential districts since it adjoins the R-2 Medium Density District to the south and east, and the R-3 High Density District to the north. Lot dimensions taken from the half section maps indicate a lot area of 11,000 square feet. This would allow a two family dwelling in the R-2 District or 3.5 units in the R-3 District. Staff is of the opinion that the open space available in that portion of the railroad right of way not occupied by trains would justify a variance to accommodate a 4 unit apartment structure if zoned R-3. Building coverage standards, if adopted, would protect on-lot open space for any building constructed on this site. The Comprehensive Plan, with an objective of increasing residential densities around the business district, indicates that this lot shall become high density residential. While Honeysuckle Lane was developed 20 years ago with single family construction, it would appear that a high density option would offer a better possibility that this property will be redeveloped. Recommendation Forward this Planning Commission generated amendment to the City Council with the recommendation that Lot 9 and the north half of vacated Locust Street should be rezoned from B-3 Heavy Business to R-3 High Density Residential. 4. Public Hearing - 7:20 P.M. - Rezoning the East One Half of the NW* of Section 23 from R-1 to A-2 A similar proposal to this application was acted upon favorably by the City Council approximately two years ago. The problem is that the Comprehensive Plan looks upon the north branch of the Vermillion River and its flood plain as the dividing line between potential residential development land and long term agricultural land. The urban service area or MUSA limits uses the north/south half section line in Section 23 as the division between residential development potential and long term agricultural land. This means that the landowner may not receive the benefits of the Metropolitan Agricultural Preserve Program even if the utility services will not be programmed in this area for more than 20 years. In order to qualify for reduced taxes offered by the Ag Preserve Program, land must have a long range agricultural potential recog- • nized by both the City Comprehensive Plan and the zoning ordinance. yyyy 4-i1 44 r ► MINUTES PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR FEBRUARY 12, 1991 1. Chairman Hanson called the meeting to order at 7:00 P.M. Members Present: Gramentz, Hanson, Rotty, Schlawin, Thelen. Members Absent: None. Also Present: Planner Tooker. 2. The Chairman asked for discussion of the minutes of January 8, 1991. MOTION by Rotty, second by Thelen to approve the minutes of January 8, 1991 as distributed. APIF, MOTION CARRIED. 3. Chairman Hanson opened the Public Hearing advertised for 7:00 P.M. to rezone the north half of vacated Locust Street and adjoining Lot 9, Block 5 from B-3 Heavy Business to R-3 High Density. Because the property to the north of this site is zoned R-3 and the draft Comprehensive Plan indicates a high density residential classification here, the staff recommended rezoning this property R-3 as outlined in the Agenda Report. Harvey Snyder, representative of the owner, was recognized. He said that the owner is interested in rebuilding a multiple dwelling on the site and therefore favors the zoning proposal. Member Rotty asked if the lot would be large enough for a structure, off street parking and some open space. Planner Tooker said that the building coverage limits in the ordinance already under dis- cussion by the Commission would be helpful to regulate development of the site. MOTION by Rotty, second by Schlawin to close the public hearing. APIF, MOTION CARRIED. MOTION by Schlawin, second by Rotty to recommend that the City Council rezone the north half of vacated Locust Street and adjoining Lot 9, Block 5 from B-3 Heavy Business to R-3 High Density Residential. APIF, MOTION CARRIED. 4. Chairman Hanson opened the public hearing advertised for 7:20 P.M. regarding the rezoning of the Ei of the NWi of Section 23 from R-1 to A-2 requested by Patrick and Robert Donnelly. Planner Tooker outlined that the reason for the request was to enable the Donnelly brothers to put the entire farm into the Agricultural Preserve program. The land is outside the MUSA Limits and unlikely to be included for at least 20 years. The adjoining property owner to the east, Mr. Jim Nelsen, was in attendance but was not opposed to the change. MOTION by Schlawin, second by Thelen to close the public hearing. APIF, MOTION CARRIED. MOTION by Thelen, second by Schlawin to recommend to the City Council that the Ei of the NWi of Section 23, except for the General Flood Plain District, should be rezoned from R-1 Low Density Residential to A-2 Agricultural Preserve. APIF, MOTION CARRIED. Robert Donnelly asked if they should attend the Council meeting when this request is discussed. Member Schlawin responded that it probably would be a good idea if the Council decides to hold a public hearing. Planner Tooker indicated that he would notify the Donnelly's if a second public hearing is scheduled. 5. Chairman Hanson recognized Marie Miner of 312 7th Street who wished to discuss problems created for neighborhoods when accessory structures like garages are very tall and placed close to the property line. The specific case in point was an accessory apartment above a garage approved by Conditional Use Permit at the old Ham Clay House on Oak Street. The problem for the adjoining property owner is shortened periods of sunlight into their property which would not occur if a single story garage were built in the same location. Chairman Hanson said that because previous hearings were handled quickly, the Commission had discussed the problem informally earlier in the meeting. He indicated there was a consensus of the members AGENDA REQUEST FORM R 5bITEM NO. NAME: Charles Tooker DEPARTMENT: Planner DATE: February 20, 1991 MEETING DATE: March 4, 1991 CATEGORY: Public Hearings SUBJECT: Rezoning the E# of the NWi of Section 23 EXPLANATION: A landowner initiated amendment to allow the property to be enrolled within the Metropolitan Agricultural Preserve Program. A public hearing was held by the Planning Commission on February 12, 1991. The recommendation is to rezone from R-1 Low Density Residential to A-2 Agricultural Preserve REFERENCE MATERIAL/RESPONSIBILITY: Agenda Report/Minutes of 2/12/91 Planning Commission meeting. REFERRED TO: (NAME) DEPARTMENT: Larry Thompson Administration Karen Finstuen Administration Charles Tooker Planning C") AGENDA REPORT PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR FEBRUARY 12, 1991 1. Call to Order - 7:00 P.M. 2. Approve Minutes - January 8, 1991 3. Public Hearing - 7:00 P.M. - Rezoning of Lot 9, Block 5 and North Half of Locust Street When the original Comprehensive Plan was drafted, the first implementation document, the zoning ordinance of 1971, indicated that the industrial building on the east side of the railroad with frontage on Second Street should be zoned B-3 Heavy Business rather than to be designated a non-conforming use and placed in one of three categories of residential zoning. Following a long period of vacancy, this building fell into disrepair and was ultimately condemned by the City. Certain neighbors called this new vacant parcel to the attention of the Planning Commission asking that it be given a residential designation before another business or industrial use was introduced. The City staff believes that the property could be placed in either of two residential districts since it adjoins the R-2 Medium Density District to the south and east, and the R-3 High Density District to the north. Lot dimensions taken from the half section maps indicate a lot area of 11,000 square feet. This would allow a two family dwelling in the R-2 District or 3.5 units in the R-3 District. Staff is of the opinion that the open space available in that portion of the railroad right of way not occupied by trains would justify a variance to accommodate a 4 unit apartment structure if zoned R-3. Building coverage standards, if adopted, would protect on-lot open space for any building constructed on this site. The Comprehensive Plan, with an objective of increasing residential densities around the business district, indicates that this lot shall become high density residential. While Honeysuckle Lane was developed 20 years ago with single family construction, it would appear that a high density option would offer a better possibility that this property will be redeveloped. Recommendation Forward this Planning Commission generated amendment to the City Council with the recommendation that Lot 9 and the north half of vacated Locust Street should be rezoned from B-3 Heavy Business to R-3 High Density Residential. 4. Public Hearing - 7:20 P.M. - Rezoning the East One Half of the NW* of Section 23 from R-1 to A-2 A similar proposal to this application was acted upon favorably by the City Council approximately two years ago. The problem is that the Comprehensive Plan looks upon the north branch of the Vermillion River and its flood plain as the dividing line between potential residential development land and long term agricultural land. The urban service area or MUSA limits uses the north/south half section line in Section 23 as the division between residential development potential and long term agricultural land. This means that the landowner may not receive the benefits of the Metropolitan Agricultural Preserve Program even if the utility services will not be programmed in this area for more than 20 years. In order to qualify for reduced taxes offered by the Ag Preserve Program, land must have a long range agricultural potential recog- nized by both the City Comprehensive Plan and the zoning ordinance. Planning Agenda Keport - 2/1L/9U - Page L This request is being made by the new owners of this land, Patrick and Robert Donnelly, in order to enroll the property in the Agricultural Preserve. Based upon the Planning Commission discussion last month, an application has already been forwarded to the County Auditor which would accomplish this objective. This means that two areas of residential land east of the north branch of the Vermillion River will be agricultural when the revised Comprehensive Plan is adopted. It might be well for the Commission to reflect on three other parcels which fall into the same category before the Com- prehensive Plan is adopted by the City Council. Recommendation Forward this application to the City Council with a recommendation that the east one half of the NWk of Section 23, except the General Flood Plain District, should be rezoned from R-1 Low Density Residential to A-2 Agricultural Preserve. 5. Public Hearing - 7:30 P.M. - Variance Requested by the VFW to Place a Sign Above the Front Building Line The VFW has had problems with its sign. It first was overhanging the public right of way. The sign ordinance eliminated these, allowing for amortization, when it was adopted in 1986. The club, without inquiring, made it into a roof sign which also was illegal and required to be taken down. Now the club would like to place it flat above the new awning on the front of the building. However, as noted on the rough sketch, the sign is 61 inches high and the space between the building front height and the awning is approximately 37 inches. The request is to hang the sign above the awning in advance of adding approximately two feet of block to the building front. The appli- cation does not include the last part of the request but it came as part of the verbal discussion of the problem. If the request is looked upon favorably by the Commission, the staff would suggest some reasonable amount of time in which the front parapet is extended making it the same height as the sign, plus a reasonable attempt by the Club to assure that the extension blends with the existing building. Recommendation Approve the request subject to a three month limit on the amount of time that the sign extends above the building front and specifications on the addition which assure that it matches the character of the building front. 6. Discussion - Proposed Amendment to the Zoning Ordinance This item has been on the agenda several times and, because it includes a variety of items, perhaps it should be pulled apart. Only those items which the Commission is comfortable with should be forwarded to the City Council. With Spring approaching, the garage/yard sale provision is relatively important. Charles Tooker Planner u z a . r MINUTES PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR FEBRUARY 12, 1991 1. Chairman Hanson called the meeting to order at 7:00 P.M. Members Present: Gramentz, Hanson, Rotty, Schlawin, Thelen. Members Absent: None. Also Present: Planner Tooker. 2. The Chairman asked for discussion of the minutes of January 8, 1991. MOTION by Rotty, second by Thelen to approve the minutes of January 8, 1991 as distributed. APIF, MOTION CARRIED. 3. Chairman Hanson opened the Public Hearing advertised for 7:00 P.M. to rezone the north half of vacated Locust Street and adjoining Lot 9, Block 5 from B-3 Heavy Business to R-3 High Density. Because the property to the north of this site is zoned R-3 and the draft Comprehensive Plan indicates a high density residential classification here, the staff recommended rezoning this property R-3 as outlined in the Agenda Report. Harvey Snyder, representative of the owner, was recognized. He said that the owner is interested in rebuilding a multiple dwelling on the site and therefore favors the zoning proposal. Member Rotty asked if the lot would be large enough for a structure, off street parking and some open space. Planner Tooker said that the building coverage limits in the ordinance already under dis- cussion by the Commission would be helpful to regulate development of the site. MOTION by Rotty, second by Schlawin to close the public hearing. APIF, MOTION CARRIED. MOTION by Schlawin, second by Rotty to recommend that the City Council rezone the north half of vacated Locust Street and adjoining Lot 9, Block 5 from B-3 Heavy Business to R-3 High Density Residential. APIF, MOTION CARRIED. 4. Chairman Hanson opened the public hearing advertised for 7:20 P.M. regarding the rezoning of the Ei of the NWi of Section 23 from R-1 to A-2 requested by Patrick and Robert Donnelly. Planner Tooker outlined that the reason for the request was to enable the Donnelly brothers to put the entire farm into the Agricultural Preserve program. The land is outside the MUSA Limits and unlikely to be included for at least 20 years. The adjoining property owner to the east, Mr. Jim Nelsen, was in attendance but was not opposed to the change. MOTION by Schlawin, second by Thelen to close the public hearing. APIF, MOTION CARRIED. MOTION by Thelen, second by Schlawin to recommend to the City Council that the E} of the NWk of Section 23, except for the General Flood Plain District, should be rezoned from R-1 Low Density Residential to A-2 Agricultural Preserve. APIF, MOTION CARRIED. Robert Donnelly asked if they should attend the Council meeting when this request is discussed. Member Schlawin responded that it probably would be a good idea if the Council decides to hold a public hearing. Planner Tooker indicated that he would notify the Donnelly's if a second public hearing is scheduled. 5. Chairman Hanson recognized Marie Miner of 312 7th Street who wished to discuss problems created for neighborhoods when accessory structures like garages are very tall and placed close to the property line. 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(Zi NAME: Larry Thompson DEPARTMENT: Administration DATE: February 20, 1991 MEETING DATE: March 4, 1991 CATEGORY: Unfinished Business SUBJECTi City Survey Questions EXPLANATION: Per directive of City Council REFERENCE MATERIAL/RESPONSIBILITY: See attached REFERRED TO: (NAME) DEPARTMENT: Larry Thompson Administration Department Heads / SI MEMO TO: MAYOR AND COUNCIL SUBJECT: CITY SURVEY DATE: FEBRUARY 28, 1991 Per Council directive, I have enclosed a copy of suggested survey questions along with a sample size card on which the questions will be written—_,I_ addition to the attached questions, it has been suggested by Councilmembers that following question be submitted: I Would you be in favor of increasing your utility bill by $ /year ( in order to change from quarterly to a monthly billing? Yes No I will have a more exact dollar figure by Monday night's meeting. /%7' !./(fit Larry Thompson City Administrator cc: Department Heads file • • Suggested Questions - Councilmember Orr If you had to choose one development priority for Farmington from the list below, what would it be? (Check one) Expand the tax base to keep property taxes down. Attract more jobs to Farmington. Revitalize downtown retail district. Preserve open spaces to keep a small town atmosphere. There is ongoing discussion about the placement of a new Twin Cities International Airport near Farmington. Do you favor or oppose the construction of a new inter- national airport near Farmington? (Check one) Strongly Favor Somewhat Favor Somewhat Oppose Strongly Oppose Don't Know Would you support or oppose low density, rural residential development of at least five acres in Farmington that allows no tie in to City sewer and water; that is, with wells and septic systems? (Check one) Support Oppose Don't Know Other suggested questions would be modified versions of numbers 93, 94 and 84, and questions 21 through 28 of the Rosemount Survey. (See attached.) • I would like to read you a list of a few city services. For each one, please tell me whether you would rate the quality of the service as excellent, good, only fair, or poor? EXC GOOD FAIR POOR �� 21. Police protection? ` - --- 22 . Fire protection? 23 . City street repair and maintenance? `_ 24 . Wate 25. Snow plowing? 26. Animal control? 7,,\ v\34eii,' xid i 28 . Parc maintenance? :5-_ „ 84 . If you could place a ceiling on the future residential population of Rosemount, what would it be? DON'T KNOW: PREFER NONE: UNDER 10000: 10-15000: 15-20000: __ 30-35000: 35-40000: 20-25000: �_ 25_3 �: 40000+: 93 . developmentDo you think ithat ththe pace of TOO RA RIGD T has been ABOUT RIGHT too rapid, about right, _ fast enough? not NOT FAST ENOUGH DON'T KNOW/REFUSED 94 . Does the development across the WELL-PLANNE city seem well-planned for the future of Rosemount? NOTA P7,�p_ DON'WELL KNOW/REFUSED_ N 2 J ,, r ' r Below is a list of a few City services. For each one, please indicate whether you would rate the quality of service as excellent, good, fair or poor. Please check • only one for each service listed. Excellent Good Fair Poor Don't Know Police Protection Fire Protection City Street Repair and Maintenance Water Service Snow Plowing Animal Control Park Maintenance Solid Waste Service Comments: 7 e There is ongoing discussion about the placement of a new Twin Cities International Airport near Farmington. Do you favor or oppose the construction of a new inter- national airport near Farmington? Please indicate only one. Strongly Favor Somewhat Favor Somewhat Oppose Strongly Oppose Don't Know Would you be in favor of increasing your utility bill by $5.00 per year in order to change from quarterly to a monthly billing? Yes No I! AGENDA REQUEST FORM ITEM NO. NAME: Tom Kaldunski ;}} T\ C. DEPARTMENT: Public Works - , DATE• February 26, 1991 MEETING DATE: March 4, 1991 ---, CATEGORY: New Business SUBJECT: Automated Solid Waste Collection Vehicle and Containers EXPLANATION: The Council will be asked to approve the specifications for the purchase of a new automated solid waste collection vehicle and new 300 gallon containers. I am also requesting authorization to advertise for bids. These purchases will be funded through the 1991 Budget and Met Council grant. REFERENCE MATERIAL/RESPONSIBILITY: Specifications/Memo - Tom Kaldunski REFERRED TO: (NAME) DEPARTMENT: Larry Thompson Administration Wayne Henneke Finance Tom Kaldunski Public Works Bob Williamson Solid Waste Benno Klotz Solid Waste 14' 17,414i t MEMO TO: MAYOR AND COUNCIL SUBJECT: PURCHASE OF AUTOMATED SIDE LOADING SOLID WASTE COLLECTION VEHICLE AND 300 GALLON REFUSE CONTAINERS DATE: FEBRUARY 22, 1991 Attached are a set of detailed specifications for the purchase of a new automated solid waste collection vehicle and (135) 300 gallon refuse containers for the pur- pose of automating commercial solid waste collections and implementing the weight based solid waste collection system. The 1991 budget has set aside funds for this purchase. In addition, the City has received a Metropolitan Council grant to implement the weight based system. These purchases are critical components of the City's updated collection system. I hereby request Council approval of the attached specifications and request authori- zation to advertise for bids. The bid date has been set for March 21, 1991. It is anticipated that an award will be made at the first meeting in April. It will take 3 to 6 months for the vehicle to be delivered. Thomas . Kaldunski Public Works Director/City Engineer cc: file Larry Thompson Wayne Henneke Bob Williamson Benno Klotz TJK I AGENDA REQUEST FORM qa/ ITEM NO. NAME: Tom Kaldunski I n t; DEPARTMENT: Public Works / ,1-)2)T1.,( DATE: February 20, 1991 MEETING DATE: March 4, 1991 CATEGORY: New Business SUBJECT: Tree City USA Designation EXPLANATION: The City has been notified that it has been given Tree City USA Designation from the National Arbor Foundation. I will be presenting various information for Council review. REFERENCE MATERIAL/RESPONSIBILITY: Information - Tom Kaldunski REFERRED TO: (NAME) DEPARTMENT: Larry Thompson Administration Jim Bell Parks and Recreation Tom Kaldunski Public Works 4042:00/ S'C,GNA A ti MEMO TO: MAYOR AND COUNCIL SUBJECT: TREE CITY USA DATE: FEBRUARY 27, 1991 This memo is to inform you that the City has been named as a 1990 Tree City USA. Please see the attached letter from the National Arbor Day Foundation. A special presentation will be arranged by the State Forester as a later date. The Council will be asked to proclaim April 26, 1991 as Arbor Day and the month of April as Arbor Month. 1.-..:44.4496,1(4.461 Thomas J. Kaldunski Public Works Director cc: file Larry Thompson Department Heads .. The National ru► Arbor Day Foundation John Rosenow Executive Director 211 No.12th St.•Lincoln,NE 68508(402)474-5655 February 6 , 1991 HONORARY TRUSTEES STEWART UDALL Chairman Former ALER BEetary of RTSONInterior The Honorable Eugene "Babe" Kuchera F.DALE ROBERTSON ResourceSDAFoChairman Mayor of the City of Farmington USDA ForestestService Chief EDDIE ALBERT 325 Oak St. Entertainer WILLIAM H.BANZHAF Farmington, MN 55024 Executive Vice President Society of American Foresters ALAN BEALS Executive Director Dear Mayor Kuchera: National League of Cities DOUGLAS BEREUTER U.S.Congressman Congratulations to Farmington on being named as a ROGER e Speciall Correspondent 19'90 Tree City USA! ABC TV News DICK CAVETT Entertainer We know trees for the beauty they lend to our I.THOMAS COCHRAN Executive Director homes, neighborhoods, parks and business areas, and U.S.Conference of Mayors MRS.EUGENE A.DAVIDSON their contribution to• increased property values. At Great-granddaughter of J.Sterling Morton the same time, trees help ,clean the air and conserve I.jUSEXON U.S. Senator soil and water. But if we're to have trees in LADY BIRD JOHNSON abundance in our towns and cities, they must be planted Stonewall,Texas BILL KRUIDENIER and given proper care. Executive Director Intl.Society of Arboriculture JACK ExecuutivetiveDirector The Tree City USA award indicates that you take Izaak Walton I.MICHAEL McCLOSSEY your municipal tree-care responsibilities seriously. Chairman Sierra Club :MAXINE(Mrs.Frank)MORRISON An effective tree-care program is an ongoing Coordinator,National Awards Ceremonies process of growth and renewal--a program of planting IAI.S�C.g OONI. and care that continues through the years. As a Tree Biographer R.NEIL SAMPSON City USA, you have a solid foundation for that process Executive Vice President of improvement. American Forestry Association ERNEST C.SHEA Executive Vice President Nat.Assn.or Conservation Districts State foresters are responsible for the R.C.harmanTURNER presentation of the Tree City USA flag and other Turner BrSSystem D WI LAURENCE O.WISEMAN materials. We will forward your awards to Meg Hanisch Presient American Forest Council in your state forester' s office. They will be BOARD OF TRUSTEES coordinating the presentation with you. It would be DR.JAMESO'HANLON especially appropriate to make the Tree City USA award President JIMLEUSCHEN a part of your Arbor Day ceremony. Vice President,President-Elect GARY HERGENRADER Secretary Again, congratulations on receiving this national MRS.LEE A.CRAYTON JR.(Carolyn) Treasurer recognition for your tree-care program. DALE BREE SENATOR CALVIN CARSTEN CHARLES CHACE Best regards,. DR.ROBERT LIVINGSTON j ROBERT LUTE,II / SUSAN SEACREST J ADVISORY COMMITTEE / /�� GENE W.GREY John Rosenow JOHN ROSENOW Executive Director Executive Director I.GREG SMITH JR/my cc: Meg Hanisch Thomas J. Kaldunski Americans dedicated to tree planting and conservation. News from 63 The National For more information,contact TM JohnRosenow,Di Executive Director or Arbor Day Foundation Yager, Mary Yagerr,Director of Program Services(402)474-5655 100 Arbor Avenue•Nebraska City,NE 68410 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Farmington Named Tree City USA Farmington has been named a Tree City USA by The National Arbor Day Foundation. It is the first year Farmington has received this national recognition. The Tree City USA program is sponsored by The National Arbor Day Foundation in cooperation with the USDA Forest Service and the National Association of State Foresters. To become a Tree City USA, a community must meet four standards: a tree board or department, a city tree ordinance, a comprehensive community forestry program, and an Arbor Day observance. "Trees have long been recognized for the beauty and value they lend to our homes, neighborhoods, parks and business areas. At the same time, those trees help clean the air and keep the atmosphere in balance, " John Rosenow, The National Arbor Day Foundation' s executive director, said. "An effective community forestry program is an ongoing process of renewal and improvement--a program of tree planting and care that continues through the years, " Rosenow said. "The Tree City USA award is an excellent indication that there is a solid foundation for that process of improvement. " # # # - - • -• alww News from eAs‘ The National For more information,contact lu! Arbor Day Foundation John Rosenow,Executive Director or Mary Yager,Director of Program Services(402 474-5655 100 Arbor Avenue•Nebraska City,NE 68410 THE HISTORY OF ARBOR DAY The idea for Arbor Day originally came from Nebraska. A visit to Nebraska today wouldn' t disclose that the state was once a treeless plain. Yet it was the lack of trees there that led to the founding of Arbor Day in the 1800 ' s. Among pioneers moving into the Nebraska Territory in 1854 was J. Sterling Morton from Detroit. He and his wife were lovers of nature, and the home they established in Nebraska was quickly planted with trees, shrubs and flowers. Morton was a journalist and soon became editor of Nebraska' s first newspaper. Given that forum, he spread agricultural information and his enthusiasm for trees to an equally enthusiastic audience. His fellow pioneers missed their trees . But more importantly, trees were needed as windbreaks to keep soil from blowing and for fuel and building materials , as well as shade from the hot sun. Morton not only advocated tree planting by individuals in his articles and editorials, but he also encouraged civic organizations and groups of every kind to join in. His prominence in the area increased, and he became secretary of the Nebraska Territory, which provided another opportunity to stress the value of trees. On January 4 , 1872 , Morton first proposed a tree-planting holiday to be called "Arbor Day" at a meeting of the State Board of Agriculture. The date was set for April 10 , 1872 . Prizes were offered to counties and individuals for planting properly the largest number of trees on that day. It was estimated that more than one million trees were planted in Nebraska on the first Arbor Day. Arbor Day was officially proclaimed by the young state' s Gov. Robert W. Furnas on March 12 , 1874 , and the day itself was observed April 8 , 1874 . In 1885 , Arbor Day was named a legal holiday in Nebraska. During the 1870s , other states passed legislation to observe Arbor Day, and the tradition began in schools in 1882 . - more - Today the most common date for the state observances is the last Friday in April, and several U.S. presidents have proclaimed a national Arbor Day on that date. But a number of state Arbor Days are at other times to coincide with the best tree-planting weather, from January and February in the south to May in the far north. Arbor Day has now spread beyond the United States and is observed in many countries of the world. In some it is the king or queen who leads the national celebration, and in many countries exotic trees not suited to North America are planted in commemoration of the day. J. Sterling Morton was proud of the success of Arbor Day and noted, "Other holidays repose upon the past. Arbor Day proposes for the future. " He thought trees much superior to cold marble as a memorial to persons or events. "How much more enduring are the animated trees of our own planting, " he said. # # # r Local Release from Mayor/City Forester FOR RELEASE (date) CITY OF ISSUE, DATE ---" has been named a Tree City USA, " Mayor/City Forester said today. "It is the time the city has received this national recognition, " he/she added. "The Tree City USA honor comes from The National Arbor Day Foundation, a nonprofit education organization dedicated to tree planting and conservation, " (Mayor/City Forester) said. Communities entering the nationwide program receive the Tree City USA designation upon recommendation by state foresters . Communities qualify which meet the following standards: a city tree ordinance, a legal tree governing body, a comprehensive urban forestry program, and observance of Arbor Day. (Space for quote from the mayor/city forester, congratulating the community and explaining briefly how the community went about qualifying. ) Tree City USA communities receive a flag with the program' s logo and a walnut-mounted plaque. Winners also receive Tree City USA community signs . Maple leaf stickers will indicate additional qualifying years , the Foundation said. will present the Tree City USA flag and other recognition materials to (community representative) on (date) at (place) . The public is invited to attend. "Trees have long been recognized for the beauty and value they lend to our homes, neighborhoods, parks and business areas . At the same time, those trees help clean the air and keep the atmosphere in balance, " John Rosenow, The National Arbor Day Foundation' s executive director, said. "An effective community forestry program is an ongoing process of renewal and improvement--a program of tree planting and care that continues through the years, " Rosenow said. "The Tree City USA award is an excellent indication that there is a solid foundation for that process of improvement. " # # # AGENDA REQUEST FORM ITEM NO.j, I vi NAME: Larry Thompson DEPARTMENT: Administration DATE: February 26, 1991 MEETING DATE: March 4, 1991 CATEGORY: Consent Agenda SUBJECT: Addition of Assistant Engineer's Position to Organizational Chart EXPLANATION: Self Explanatory REFERENCE MATERIAL/RESPONSIBILITY: REFERRED TO: (NAME) DEPARTMENT: Larry Thompson Administration Tom Kaldunski Engineering Wayne Henneke Personnel SI TURF MEMO TO: MAYOR AND COUNCIL SUBJECT: ASSISTANT ENGINEER POSITION - ORGANIZATIONAL CHART DATE: FEBRUARY 28, 1991 Upon review of the City's salary manual, it was noted that the Assistant Engineer position was inadvertently left off the organizational chart. I have attached a revised organizational chart for approval. /74."5Z76V4" Larry Thompson City Administrator cc: Department Heads file CITY OF FARMINGTON POSITION DESCRIPTION POSITION: ASSISTANT ENGINEER PURPOSE AND SCOPE: RELATIONSHIPS: Reports to: Director of Public Works/Engineer Gives Work Direction to: Engineering Technician Engineering Intern MAJOR TASKS: TASK 1. PUBLIC WORKS 1.1 Assists City Engineer with maintaining as-builts for streets, water and sewers and sees that the data is reported to the proper authorities as required. 1.2 Coordinates construction projects with consulting engineers, consulting planner, contractors, developers, City administration and public utilities as directed by the City Engineer. TASK 2. STREETS AND UTILITIES 2. 1 Assists City Engineer in seeing that contract street and utility work is planned and submitted for bids according to established procedures, and inspects the performance of such contracts. 2.2 Monitors contracted work to ensure performance meets City standards. 2.3 Performs sewer and water and street inspections. 2.4 Reviews plans and specifications for street and utility construction by private developers. Sees that as-builts are submitted. 2.5 Assists City Engineer in securing all necessary permits and approvals from Federal, State and local levels. 2.6 Performs surveys and field work as crew chief for all in-house designed projects. 2.7 Assists City Engineer in design of public works projects. 2.8 Assists City Engineer in right of way acquisition. TASK 3: PERSONNEL 3.1 Assists City Engineer in developing qualifications for employees for vacancies in Engineering. 1 3.2 Assists City Engineer in training and development programs for employees in order to meet established standards of performance. TASK 4: CIVIL ENGINEERING SERVICES 4. 1 Makes recommendations for Engineering budget and capital improvement program. 4.2 Assists City Engineer as liaison and advisor for the City with consulting engineers, governmental agencies, developers and the general public for all engineering activities. 4.3 Assists City Engineer in reviewing and commenting on plans submitted by developers and consultants. 4.4 Assists City Engineer in preparing long range engineering plans and feasibility studies. 4.5 Assists City Engineer in preparing plans and specifications for public improvements. 4.6 Assists City Engineer in receiving and tabulating bids on public improvement projects, and overseeing administration of contract. 4.7 Assists City Engineer in providing construction staking and inspections and preparing pay estimates. 4.8 Responds to complaints involving engineering projects. 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