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MINUTES
COUNCIL MEETING
REGULAR
AUGUST 21, 1989
1. Mayor Kuchera called the meeting to order at 7:00 P.M.
Members Present: Kuchera, Mayer, McKnight, Sprute, Galler.
Members Absent: None.
Also Present: Administrator Thompson, Attorney Grannis.
2. MOTION by Mayer, second by McKnight to approve the agenda with the following
changes:
a. Remove bills from the Consent Agenda for general discussion.
APIF, MOTION CARRIED.
3. MOTION by McKnight, &econd by Mayer to approve the minutes of the August 7,
1989 regular meeting. APIF, MOTION CARRIED.
4. The Council next considered the proposed assessment roll for Project 89-5
(TH 50 Sanitary Sewer). Administrator Thompson explained the assessment roll
is outlined in his memo dated August 18, 1989. Mr. Thompson outlined 3 options
for possible assessments:
a. Per the feasibility report.
b. Include the north 64 acres of the proposed industrial park as a
"reserve capacity" and assess all of the Northern Natural Gas and
Hammer property.
c. Include the east part of the Hammer property and the north 64 acres
of the industrial park as a reserve capacity.
Mr. Thompson recommended the Council adopt an assessment roll which includes the
highest potential assessment for each property. Attorney Grannis stated that
while the Council had the legal right to increase or decrease the final assessment
from those stated in the notice, it would probably be the best policy to be in a
position to decrease, rather than increase, the assessments.
5. Mayor Kuchera opened two public hearings at 7:15 P.M. to consider the rezoning
of Lots 1-10, Block 18 from B-3 to R-3 and to consider the replat and PUD for
Lots 1-10, Block 18. The hearing was continued until later in the meeting.
6. A number of questions were raised regarding the use of a "reserve capacity"
and which properties should be included. MOTION by Galler, second by Kuchera
to adopt RESOLUTION NO. R68-89 accepting the assessment roll for Project 89-5
using the highest projected assessment for each property, including the eastern
portion of the Northern Natural Gas property as a reserve capacity in the list of
options, and to set a public hearing for September 18, 1989 at 7:15 P.M. to con-
sider the proposed assessment roll. APIF, MOTION CARRIED.
7. Mayor Kuchera opened a public hearing at 7:30 P.M. to consider the grading
permit application of Reisinger Excavating. The hearing was continued until later
in the evening.
Minutes - August 21, 1989 - Page 2
8. Mayor Kuchera reopened the public hearings to consider the rezoning of
Lots 1-10, Block 18 from B-3 to R-3 and the replat and pun of Lots 1-10,
Block 18. Planner Tooker reviewed the proposed development, noting the concerns
of the Engineer, Fire Chief, and Planning Commission. Mr. Tooker also noted
that the Planning Commission had granted the following variances.
a. pun less than the 5 acre minimum.
b. The setback was reduced from 23' to 20'.
c. The building coverage would be 25.7%, which exceeds the 20% maximum.
Mr. Tooker stated thaL the Planning Commission felt it was a very good project
and that it fit the intent of the ordinance. The following testimony was given:
Jerry Henricks: I have discussed the Fire Chief's concerns regarding the
6" water loop and fire hydrants wit:h che developer and he
seems receptive to the idea.
Cm. Mayer:
Jerry Henricks:
Mayor Kuchera:
Charles Tooker:
Will the hydrant on the north side be looped?
Yes.
Will the main be a 6" loop?
Yes.
Adm. Thompson: The alley will need to be vacated before the plat is
filed. Also, the developer should be responsible for
the disposition of the utilities in the alley. I would also recommend that the
Council direct staff to prepare a resolution relating to plat approval at this
meeting.
Pam Wagner:
If the alley is vacated, how will we get out from our
block to the west?
Cm. Mayer:
First Street and Main Street will remain open.
There is a problem of parking on Elm Street. Will this
compound it?
The major problem is due to the church.
The Council should restrict parking on Elm Street.
There is adequate parking within the plat, so Elm Street
should not be affected.
It appears there would be a parking problem with or without
a development, and it should be addressed as a separate
Adm. Thompson:
Pam Wagner:
Mayor Kuchera:
Pam Wagner:
Charles Tooker:
i.ssue.
Jack Rother:
Mayor Kuchera:
Will the development affect the Co-op?
It shouldn't.
Ralph Day:
Charles Tooker:
Will the noise and dust from Austin Products be a nuisance?
Mayor Kuchera:
There is an approximately 30 to 40 foot setback and screening
has been provided.
I believe most of the loading is done on the east side
which is away from the development.
Minutes - August 21, 1989 - Page 3
Charles Tooker:
It was staff recommendation to move the shrubs to the east
side of the development for additional screening.
Mayor Kuchera: When will 1st and Main streets be improved?
Charles Tooker: First Street improvement has already been ordered. Main
Street will be improved when the HRA attracts a developer
for the northern property.
Helen Davidson:
Jerry Henricks:
Mayor Kuchera:
Jerry Henricks:
Helen Davidson:
Jerry Henricks:
Ralph Day:
Adm. Thompson:
Pam Wagner:
Charles Tooker:
Will the Alexander house be torn down?
Yes.
Will this project be a clustered townhouse design?
Yes.
Cm. Mayer:
When will the project start?
In the near future.
Will this project have a bearing on my property taxes?
It shouldn't.
Will the trees be saved?
Yes.
Will the reducing of the stub streets allow vehicles to
to adequately maneuver?
Yes.
Charles Tooker:
Mayor Kuchera:
Charles Tooker:
Mayor Kuchera:
Charles Tooker:
Cm. Mayer:
Charles Tooker:
Will there be a problem with garbage collection?
There was no comment from General Services on that matter.
Who will handle the snow plowing?
The owners.
What kind of garbage containers will be used?
Probably 90 gallon containers.
MOTION by Galler, second by McKnight to close the hearing. APIF, MOTION CARRIED.
9. MOTION by Sprute, second by McKnight to adopt ORDINANCE NO. 089-219 rezoning
Lots 1-10, Block 18 from B-3 to R-3. APIF, MOTION CARRIED.
10. MOTION by Mayer, second by Sprute to adopt ORDINANCE NO. 089-220 approving
the PUD overlay district on Lots 1-10, Block 18. APIF, MOTION CARRIED.
11. MOTION by Sprute, second by Kuchera to direct staff to prepare a resolution
approving the preliminary plat of Lots 1-10, Block 18 and authorizing the signing
of the final plat. APIF, MOTION CARRIED.
12. MOTION by Sprute, second by MAyer to adopt RESOLUTION NO. R69-89 setting a
public hearing for September 18, 1989 at 7:15 P.M. to consider the vacation of
the alley in Block 18. APIF, MOTION CARRIED.
Minutes - August 21, 1989 - Page 4
13. Mayor Kuchera reopened the public hearing to consider the Reisinger grading
permit application for 20522 Akin Road. The Administrator noted that the applicant
had been requested to attend, but it appeared he was not present. Councilmember
Galler stated that it appeared the main concern was the 30' width and the Council
could consider approving the permit with a 15' wide roadway. Attorney Grannis
stated that without knowing the applicant's intent, the Council should not
arbitrarily reduce the width. It was the consensus of the Council that without the
applicant's input regarding the width and use of the road, the permit should not
be approved. MOTION by McKnight, second by Sprute to close the hearing. APIF,
MOTION CARRIED.
14. MOTION by Sprute, second by Mayer to deny the permit because no satisfactory
explanation was given for the 30' roadway width. APIF, MOTION CARRIED.
15. MOTION by McKnight, second by Sprute to allow Mr. Reisinger 30 days to remove
the fill, and if it is not removed, the City is to charge for violation of the
mineral extraction and grading ordinance. APIF, MOTION CARRIED.
16. EDC Director Henricks presented a resolution approving the sale of the
$2,000,000 IDR Bonds for Duo Plastics. Mr. Henricks indicated that the sale was
slightly different from past sales because only 50% of the bonds had been sold
at this time, but the resolution did set forth a maximum interest rate of 9.5%
for the remaining sale. Attorney Grannis stated that the bond counsel had drafted
the resolution and the Council had to trust that it had been drafted in compliance
with State and Federal regulations. MOTION by Sprute, second by Galler to adopt
RESOLUTION NO. R70-89 providing for the issuance and sale of the $2,000,000
IDR Bonds on behalf of Duo Plastics, Inc. APIF, MOTION CARRIED.
17. The Council next considered a memo from the Administrator dated August 16,
1989 recommending the City hold a referendum relating to the construction of a new
General Services facility. A lengthy discussion followed regarding the need for
a referendum. The Council directed staff to request the City's financial advisor
to attend the next meeting to discuss the referendum.
18. Administrator Thompson informed the Council that, due to a proposed rule change
regarding MSA funding, it does not appear likely that Projects 89-1, 89-3 and 89-14
can be completed this year. Mr. Thompson stated that staff was analyzing the
impact and would advise the Council as to the best way to proceed with the project.
19. The Council next considered a memo from the Finance Director requesting the
Council reduce the interest disparity requirement in the investment policy from
1% to .25%. Councilmember Sprute stated that he felt 1st National Bank of
Farmington had been helpful in the past to the City and that it should be considered
when setting the rate. MOTION by Kuchera, second by Galler to reduce the invest-
ment policy disparity rate from 1% to .25%. MOTION by Sprute to amend the motion
to change the disparity from 1% go .5%. VOTING ON THE AMENDMENT TO THE MOTION:
For: Galler, Mayer, McKnight, Sprute. Against: Kuchera. MOTION CARRIED.
VOTING ON THE AMENDED MOTION: APIF, MOTION CARRIED.
20. MOTION by Sprute, second by McKnight to transfer $9,000 for the purchase of
a flail mower from the 1989 General Services operating budget to the Capital
Outlay fund. APIF, MOTION CARRIED.
Minutes - August 21, 1989 - Page 5
21. The Council next considered a capital outlay request to purchase an underbody
snow plow for $3,375 and to transfer $693 from Capital Outlay to Repairs and
Maintenance for sandblasting and painting the snow plow boxes. The financing
was to come from the cost underruns of the General Services Truck, Snow Plow
and Sander. Concern was expressed regarding the City spending all the funds
when equipment came in under bid. MOTION by Galler, second by Sprute to transfer
$693 to Repairs and Maintenance from the Capital Outlay account. APIF, MOTION
CARRIED .
22. MOTION by Sprute, second by Mayer to approve the Consent Agenda as follows:
a. Adopt RESOLUTION NO. R71-89 accepting the donation of $1,190 from
the Chamber of Commerce for planters.
b. Approve Change Order #2 adding $8,713.82 to the contract and approving
the final pay estimate of $39,267.93 to Allied Blacktop for Project 89-8
(1989 Seal Coating)
c. Give blanket approval to attend the LMC Regional meeting.
d. Approve School/Conference request - Fire - Hazmat Training.
e. Approve School/Conference request - Fire - Firefighter I Training.
APIF, MOTION CARRIED.
23. Councilmember Galler requested that the bill for printing from the Extension
Service be verified. MOTION by Galler, second by Kuchera to approve the payment
of the bills contingent upon the Extension bill being verified. APIF, MOTION
CARRIED .
24. During roundtable, the following items were discussed:
a. Set next meeting (9/5/89) at the Dakota Extension Office or Dakota
Electric building.
b. Place Elm Street parking on the next agenda.
c. No truck parking signs on 5th Street.
d. No parking signs down by the Middle School.
25. MOTION by Mayer, second by McKnight to adjourn at 10:00 P.M. APIF, MOTION
CARRIED .
Respectfully submitted,
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Larry Thompson
City Administrator
Approved
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