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HomeMy WebLinkAbout05.02.77 Council Minutes MINUTES COUNCIL MEETING REGULAR MAY 2, 1977 1. The meeting was called to order by the Mayor at 7:00 P.M. Present: Mayor Akin, councilmen Johnson, Kuchera, McElmury, Whittier Also Present: Administrator Ford, Attorney Gorgos, Engineer Blaisdell 2. Motion by McElmury, second by Kuchera that the minutes of April 18, 1977 be approved as presented. APIF, motion carried. 3. In a discussion concerning the condition of the Hill Dee 2nd and Hillview Subdivisions, several members of the council stated they had inspected the subdivisions since the last council meeting and had discovered vast improvement over the conditions that had earlier prevailed. It was the consensus that the appearance in those subdivisions was now satisfactory, although not 100% and that certain work should continue on the part of the developers. 4. The council then discussed project #75-3, Spruce Street, Wearing course. It was pointed out that this covered the stretch of Spruce Street between Co. Rd. 31 and Division Street and at the time that the street was constructed, the wearing course was left off purposely to allow the heavy hauling in conjunction with the construction of the Arena to be completed prior to the wearing course going on. The council instructed the Engineer to modify his feasibility by including the cost of sealcoating, the cost of sodding behind the curb, and the cost of inspections. Motion by Johnson, second by Kuchera to adopt Resolution #R14-77 which accepts theeasibility report dated May 2, 1977 with the above ad itions or modifications for a bond total of $14,490.06. APIF, motion carried. 5. The council then discussed project 76-8, Hillview 5th Addition, Street Improve- ment. The Administrator informed the council that John Broback of Fairfax Con- struction had petitioned for the improvement and that he was satisfied that either the city put it in as a public improvement financed through bonding, or that he be allowed to put it in upon approval of his plans and specifications by the city and payment of the normal li% plan review fee. Motion by Akin, second by Whittier to adopt Resolution #R15-77 which gives preliminary approval to the construction of this improvement to paid for by the developer and subject to review and approval of plans and specifications by the City and payment of appropriate fees. APIF, motion carried. 6. Motion by McElmury, second by Kuchera to adopt Resolution #R16-77 which sets a pu lemic-Nearing for project 75-3, Spruce Street, Wearing Course or 5:00 P.M. , May 23, 1977, Attorney to publish and mail notice. APIF, motion carried. 7. Motion by McElmury, second by Kuchera to adopt Resolution #R17-77 which sets a pu 11ic—Nearing for project 77-1, Sewer and Water Laterals, Ash Street, for 5:30 P.M. May 23, 1977. APIF, motion carried. 8. The Mayor then apologized to those in the audience that he had missed the number one item on the agenda which was the public hearing scheduled for 7:30 P.M. to consider the rezoning of a parcel of land in Westview Acres. At which time then he did open the public hearing and there was a general discussion between members of the council, the Administrator, the Attorney and Mr. Gilbertson. It was pointed out that the area under consideration for rezoning, which had been recommended by the Planning Commission, was a strip of land 23 ft. wide to be rezoned from R-3 to B-2 which had been made necessary by Mr. Gilbertsons agreement to move the lot line to the East to make room for an easement for sewer and water for project 77-1. Motion by Akin, second by Kuchera to adopt Resolution #R18-77 which rezones from R-3 to B-2 the following described land: T e West 27.13 eet of lot 4, block 'i,��'I Replat of Westview Acres Subdivision. APIF, motion carried. 1 9. Motion by Johnson, second by McElmury to approve the proposed annual contract with Da ue Landfill, Inc. in the base amount of $8268.00. APIF, motion carried. 10. The Mayor then opened the public hearing to consider the proposed ordinance dealing with parental responsibility and vandalism. Following the discussion the Mayor reminded the council and the audience that there would again be a public hearing at the next meeting, notice of which has officially been published in the newspaper. 11. Motion by Kuchera, second by Johnson to approve the hiring of Robert Dale Johnson to the position of Technician II, permanent full-time, at a salary of $4.50/hr as a CETA qualified participant. APIF, motion carried. tee._,.•v 12. Motion by Kuchera, second by Akin to approve the budget adjustment dated 4/29/77 or Park Improvement Fund 6-48-76 in the amount of $955 involving backstops vs ag lime. APIF, motion carried. 13. Motion by Akin, second by McElmury to approve the budget adjustment in the General Fund, dated 4/30/77, in the amount of $400 involving Parkkeeper vs CETA position supplement. APIF, motion carried. 14. Motion by Kuchera, second by Johnson that the council approve the proposed municlpa swimming pool rates as recommended in City Administrator memo dated 4/29/77 as follows: SEASON TICKETS RESIDENT NON RESIDENT Family $30.00 $35.00 .Adult 20.00 25.00 Children 13-17 15.00 20.00 Children 12 and under 10.00 15.00- SINGLE ADMISSION Adult $1.00 Children 13-17 .75 Children 12 and under .50 Wading Pool .10 APIF, motion carried. 15. Motion by Kuchera, second by Whittier that the list of recommended individuals for s5iFer park and recreation employment, part-time as requested in memo from Recreation Manager dated May 2, 1977, hereby be approved. APIF, motion carried. 16. The City Administrator clarified for the council a statement in the most current park and recreation minutes in that the restrooms, previously damaged in Rambling River Park, were not at the present time being repaired but that estimates were being obtained. 17. The Mayor stated, and the rest of the council concurred that a letter of gratitude would be in order to former Municipal Pool Manager, Jay Rasmussen, who had now left the employ of the City upon the employment of a full time Recreation Manager by the City. All members of the council agreed that his services had been exemplary and that his assistance in transition to a full time department had been extremely helpful. 18. The matter of a possible evening closing of public parks was put over to the meeting of May 16, 1977, and the Administrator was asked to have Police Chief Metcalf present. 19. The council again dealt with the proposed policy concerning rental of city owned facilities in regard to the display and consumption of 3.2 beer, liquor and set-ups. Blanket approval was given to the Recreation Manager for the rental of facilities in accordance with his rental rates recommended in his memo of March 15, 1977, which are as follows: ARENA YOUTH CENTER 24 Hour Base Rate $125.00 $50.00 Hourly Add-on Rate 5.00/hr 3.00/hr Damage deposit 50.00 50.00 Special policing 5.00/man/hr 5.00/man/hr It was agreed that the City.Administrator would present a more detailed question- aire to the council regarding specific instances dealing with the display and sale of liquor based on the refinements discussed to date by the council and hopefully from that firm policy would evolve. 20. Motion by Kuchera, second by Akin that the council approve the hiring of John Akin as summer, temporary, part-time employment as General Services Laborer at $4.50/hr. APIF, motion carried. 21. Motion by Johnson, second by Kuchera to approve the request for budget adjustment dated May 2, 1977, for the General Services Capital Outlay Misc. account, to permit the purchase of a 3" water pump and hose in the amount of $250.00. APIF, motion carried. 22. The Administrator informed the council of the meeting to be held May 3, 1977, 2:00 P.M. , in the Dakota County Government Center, concerning the site selection for a chemical waste land fill facility in Dakota County. 23. The council then discussed the proposed agreement between the City and Mr. Gil Gilbertson, Developer of Westview Acres, concerning the easements over his property for the construction of sewer and water laterals under project 77-1 connecting from Hickory South to Ash Street which would be the sewer and water provided for the yet to be constructed Dakota Electric Building. It was clarified Minutes of 5/2/77 cont. 23. continued during the discussion with Mr. Gilbertson, who was in the audience, that although one section of the agreement implied that he may be able to build a parking lot or driveway over the easement, that he would do so with,,,the understanding that if access to the pipe were necessary that the City would' b ' ' responsible. repair that would be necessary. He indicated that 'fie further tuhders bbt-that In, the reallocation of the lift station cost, that it would be done by way of fund transfer and that no reimbursement would be made directly to any individual or property owner. On the basis of the above, Motion by Johnson, second by Kuchera that the Mayor and the City Administrator hereby e authorized to execute said agreement. APIF, motion carried. 24. Motion by McElmury, second by Johnson that a public hearing be set for 7:30P.M. May 16, 1977, to consider the matter of rezoning a parcel of land 1.2 acres in size on Highway #3 near Walnut Street. APIF, motion carried. 25. The council dealt with a memorandum dated 4/29/77 from the City Administrator which informed them that elected officials were eligible for coverage under the city's regular group hospitalization and life insurance plan and that a City Attorney's opinion stated that if the city were to pay the premiums, it would indeed represent remuneration under title 1, chapter 10, which would have to be amended. It was agreed that any elected official who wanted coverage would pay for it himself. It could be handled administratively, internally. 26. The council deferred to the meeting of May 16, 1977 a letter from Independent School District 192, concerning the possible fencing of railroad right of way from Ash Street to Spruce Street. 27. The City Administrator also informed the council that a letter from the Railroad to the Minnesota Department of Transportation informing the latter that installation on an automatic signal would be installed very shortly at the inter- section of Co. Rd. 74 (Ash Street) and the Chicago, Milwaukee, St. Paul and Pacific Railroad. 28. Motion by Kuchera, second by Akin that the amount of $1667.75 be approved for payment to Mr. John McBrien for the legal services performed up through March 2, 1977 in matters involving annexation and that this approval include approval of a budget adjustment for this amount in the general fund coming from the contingency account. APIF, motion carried. 29. The Administrator informed the council that he had concluded his negotiations with the Metropolitan Waste Control Commission and the result was that an additional 100 connections could be made in the north part of Farmington in addition to the 125 now in place, for a total of 225 over the next two years. The Administrator recommended to the council that this be accepted and that a suitable resolution be adopted. After some discussion the council agreed that this would probably be the best agreement that could be obtained, in view of the problems which the MWCC were now involved with concerning the Federal Regulatory Agencies. Motion by McElmury, second by Johnson to adopt Resolution #R19-77 entitled Agreement to limited number of sewer connections to Apple Valley Waste Water Treatment Plant. APIF, motion carried. 30. The council briefly discussed the confusion that existed concerning the Fire Department Grant application for personal equipment and it was agreed that the City Administrator and the Fire Chief would inquire into the exact details. 31. Councilman Kuchera complained about the large number of items coming to the council after the agenda has been prepared resulting in a deluge of memos and' documents in the councilmen's boxes on the same Monday on which the meeting is held. All members of the council and the Administrator were in agreement that steps should be taken to eliminate this confusion and inconvenience. 32. Motion by Akin, second by Johnson to approve the bills as presented. APIF, motion carried. 33. The Mayor said he would talk to General Services Superintendent Bill Hince concerning dust control on Pine Street North and East of Highway 50. 34. Councilman Whittier questioned the Administrator whether or not the proposed street lights at the interesection of Co. Rd. 31 and T.H. 50 could be put on the north side rather than on the south side where no poles exist. The Administrator said he would look into it. 35. Motion made and carried to adjourn at 10:10 P.M. Respec fully submitted, William J. Ford City Administrator WJF/kf APPROVED � 7 7