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HomeMy WebLinkAbout04.16.90 Council Minutes MINUTES COUNCIL MEETING REGULAR. APRIL 16, 1990 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 item 8c - Dakota County Estates 6th Addition Feasibility Report. b. Add setting a public hearing for April 30, 1990 relating to the proposed Vermillion River Industrial Center Plat. c. Add discussion of the alignment of the sidewalk on Division Street between Elm and Oak Streets. d. Add proclamation - Arbor Day on April 27, 1990. e. Remove item lIe - Purchase Agreement for CMC Property - from the Consent Agenda for general discussion. f. Discuss handicapped street crossing at Senior Center. APIF, MOTION CARRIED. 3. MOTION by Mayer, second by Galler to approve the minutes of the April 2, 1990 regular meeting. APIF, MOTION CARRIED. 4. Mayor Kuchera opened the Annual Board of Equalization meeting at 7:00 P.M. Bill Petersen of the County Assessor's office stated that it was normal procedure for the County staff to adjourn to a separate room to hear questions and concerns and return later in the meeting to report on any problems that could not be dealt with and for citizens to specifically address the Council if they wished. The hearing was continued until later in the meeting. 5. The Council next considered a request by the townships to participate in the City's Spring Clean Up Day. While it was acknowledged that the townships would pay for their share of the cost, concern was expressed as to whether or not the Fire Hall site could accommodate the traffic. It was also noted that only Empire Township had made the request. MOTION by Galler, second by McKnight that the con- cept of allowing the townships to participate in Clean Up Day be approved, provided a suitable site is found and an agreement relating to shared costs be approved. APIF, MOTION CARRIED. 6. Mayor Kuchera opened a public hearing to consider the therapeutic massage license application of Doris Louis dba Rite Touch (business), Doris Louis (Individual) and Kay Bratsch (Individual). The following testimony was heard: Cm. McKnight: The background investigation showed nothing which would prevent approval of the licenses. I've known the individuals for years, and they are respectable people. I hope you approve it. Many people need the massage for personal reasons. I've known these people for years. Their business will Pol. Chief Siebenaler: Bonnie Walz: LaVonne Nicolai: Council Minutes - April 16, 1990 - Page 2 be a good addition to the Community. Cm. Mayer: Will you be providing in home service? I will operate out of Kay's (Barger's Hair Design) but will provide in home service. MOTION by Sprute, second by Kuchera to close the public hearing. APIF, MOTION CARRIED . Doris Louis: 7. MOTION by McKnight, second by Mayer to approve the following therapeutic massage licenses: Doris Louis dba Rite Touch (Business) Doris Louis (Individual) Kay Bratsch (Individual) APIF, MOTION CARRIED. 8. MOTION by Galler, second by McKnight to adopt RESOLUTION R20-90 relating to cooperation with ISD 192. APIF, MOTION CARRIED. 9. Mayor Kuchera reopened the Board of Equalization. Bill Peterson informed the Council that they had met with all persons wishing to be heard and were able to address all of the concerns or set up appointments to review the property in person. Administrator Thompson presented letters from Elwood "Gil" Gilbertson and Robert Warweg to Mr. Peterson. MOTION by Mayer, second by Kuchera to close the public hearing. APIF, MOTION CARRIED. 10. The Council next reviewed the Celebrate Minnesota 1990 plans and the update as outlined in the Park and Recreation Director's memo dated April 12, 1990. HRA representative Don Mayer noted the HRA had reviewed the plans and concurred with the concept and design as presented. It was the consensus of the Council that it concurred with the plans as presented. 11. MOTION by Mayer, second by McKnight to approve the lease with Centel for garage/office space to be sublet to the Soo Line in lieu of relocation costs with the following changes: a. Insurance requirements be verified by the Finance Director. b. Hold Harmless clause should be set at statutory or insurance limits. c. Allow limited office use. d. Allow sublet to Soo Line. Also approved was a $500 budget adjustment by adding $1400 from Gas Excise Tax Refund and $500 to General Fund Lease. APIF, MOTION CARRIED. 12. The Council next considered the Park Dedication Fee survey dated April 12, 1990. The Council acknowledged that the proposed increase was substantial, but that the rate would place Farmington "in the middle" and the fees were necessary to fund park improvements. MOTION by Sprute, second by Kuchera to adopt RESOLUTION NO. R21-90 amending Resolution No. R2-90 by changing the Park Dedication Fee to $400/ unit plus $100/unit for trail improvements. APIF, MOTION CARRIED. 13. The Council directed staff to prepare a trail dedication ordinance for the next regular meeting. 14. MOTION by Mayer, second by Sprute to approve Change Order #1 for Project 89-1 increasing the contract price by $8,650.00. APIF, MOTION CARRIED. Council Minutes -,April 16, 1990 - Page 3 15. Administrator Thompson presented an update on the purchase of the Centel Building as outlined in his April 11, 1990 memo. It was the consensus that the Administrator be authorized to meeting with the School Board and HRA to further discuss the purchase. 16. The Council next considered a request to approve the position of Assistant City Engineer and authorize the advertising of the position as outlined in his April 11, 1990 memo. Public Works Director Kaldunski noted that AutoCADD had not been listed as a minimum qualification because it was not offered in college. MOTION by Galler, second by Kuchera to approve the position and advertise for applicants. VOTING FOR: Galler, McKnight, Kuchera. AGAINST: Sprute, Mayer. MOTION CARRIED. 17. It was the consensus that the City stripe and paint "No Parking" on the alley by the Faith Methodist Church. 18. MOTION by Galler, second by Sprute to approve the Consent Agenda as follows: a. Approve Capital Outlay Request - Fire Hose - $2,141.60. b. Approve tree give away program. c. Approve School/Conference Request - Administration - Secretary's Workshop. d. Approve HAZMAT Joint Powers Agreement. e. Approve hiring of part time clerks - Liquor Store. f. Approve payment of the bills as submitted. APIF, MOTION CARRIED. 19. Administrator Thompson informed the Council that a public hearing had been set for April 30, 1990 at 7:15 P.M. to consider the proposed Vermillion River Industrial Center Plat. 20. MOTION by Kuchera, second by Sprute that per recommendation of the Administrator as outlined in his April 13, 1990 memo, the Council approve the storm sewer easement agreement with CMC properties for $10,000. APIF, MOTION CARRIED. 21. The Council next considered the proposed alignment of the sidewalk on the west side of Division Street between Elm and Oak Streets. Councilmember Sprute stated the trees which were recently planted lined up with the existing sidewalk south of the area. Councilmember Sprute recommended the trees be moved in order for the sidewalk to line up. Public Works Director Kaldunski stated he was following standard policy by locating the sidewalk next to the property line. Mr. Kaldunski stated that the Council should consider ordering the sidewalk project which would include the property by the Clinic, west of Whispering River and Elm Street south between Division and 1st Street and that the project should be assessed. Councilmember Galler stated this item should have been included in the budget unless the Council was willing to assess 100%. MOTION by Sprute, second by Mayer to adopt RESOLUTION NO. R22-90 realigning the sidewalks on Division Street between Elm and Oak Streets, moving the trees to the west and ordering a feasibility report for the installation of sidewalk as follows: Division Street (west side) between Oak and Elm Streets Spruce Street (north side) from west line of Whispering River to east line of Arena property Elm Street (south side) from 1st Street to Division Street. VOTING FOR: Kuchera, Sprute, Mayer, McKnight. AGAINST: Galler. MOTION CARRIED. Minutes - April 16, 1990 - ~age 4 22. It was the consensus that for safety reasons the City not place a crosswalk in the middle of the block between Spruce Street and the Senior Center. 23. MOTION by Kuchera, second by Sprute to proclaim April 27, 1990 as Arbor Day. APIF, MOTION CARRIED. 24. The Council adjourned into executive session to discuss the Rod Hahn matter. 25. MOTION by Sprute, second by Mayer to adjourn at 11:30 P.M. APIF, MOTION CARRIED . Respectfully submitted, '/7 i2r Larry Thompson City Administrator Approved