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HomeMy WebLinkAbout08.17.87 Council Minutes MINUTES COUNCIL MEETING REGULAR AUGUST 17, 1987 1. Acting Mayor Kelly called the meeting to order at 7:00 P.M. Members Present: Kelly, Mayer, Sprute, Uhl. Members Absent: Akin. Also Present: Administrator Thompson, Attorney Grannis. 2. Motion by. Sprute, second by Uhlto approve the agenda with .the following changes: 1. Remove item 8c - Consider Bids for Project 87-16. 2. Discuss erosion control at the Fire Hall. APIF, motion carried. 3. It was the consensus of the Council to approve the minutes of the July 30, 1987 special meeting. 4. It was the consensus of the Council to approve the minutes of the August 3, 1987 regular meeting. 5. The Council considered a proposal by the Fire Chief to convert the 1969 step van into a Code 1 equipment truck. Chief Kuchera indicated that, while it was not feasible to continue using the vehicle as a Code 3 (lights and sirens) vehicle, it could be used to transport miscellaneous equipment. Concern was expressed regarding the road worthiness of the truck and the amount of repairs required to keep it operating. It was noted that there appeared to be a use for the vehicle with minimal costs, and if any major repairs were required, the matter would be reconsidered. Administrator Thompson stated that, as noted in his budget message, he was concerned about keeping trucks in service which should be retired. It was noted that the vehicle would be used on a limited basis. Acting Mayor Kelly opened a public hearing at 7:15 P.M. to consider the proposed liquor license of Larry L. Mann dba Farmington Lanes. The hearing was continued until later in the meeting. 6. Motion by Sprute, second by Mayer to continue using the 1969 metro step van as a Code 1 equipment truck. Voting for: Uhl, Sprute, Mayer. Against: Kelly. Motion carried. 7. Acting Mayor Kelly opened a public hearing at 7:30 P.M. to consider the Comprehensive Plan Amendment relating to the 190th Street collector. The hearing was continued until later in the meeting. 8. Motion by Mayer, second by Sprute to adopt Resolution NO. R57-87 amending Resolution NO. R109-86 relating to the 1987 Community Development Block Grant which changes the project description from part of Block 18 to part of Block 17. APIF, motion carried. 9. Acting Mayor Kelly opened the public hearing to consider the on sale liquor license and special Sunday license application of Larry L. Mann dba Farmington Lanes. Police Chief Whittingham noted that he had completed an investigation and found no problems. Administrator Thompson noted, while the applicant had submitted the full fee, it had been the past practice of the Council to pro rate the fee. Acting Mayor Kelly Glosed the hearing. 10. Motion by Kelly, second by Sprute to approve the On Sale Liquor License and Special Sunday Liquor License for Larry L. Mann dba Farmington Lanes and to charge 38% of the fee. APIF, motion carried. 11. Acting Mayor Kelly opened a public hearing to consider an amendment to the Comprehensive Plan which would change the east/west collector street from 190th Street to 195th Street. Administrator Thompson stated that the Planning Commission had recommended the change based on the location of the new elementary school on 195th Street, existing development and the terrain east of CSAH 31. Council member Uhl asked who would have jurisdiction over 195th Street. General Services Superintendent Tom Kaldunski stated that it was hoped that it would be a County road and that staff had requested it be placed in the County's Capital Improvement Program. Acting Mayor Kelly closed the hearing. 12. Motion by Kelly, second by Uhl to adopt Resolution No. R58-87 amending the Comprehensive Plan by moving the future collector street from 190th Street to 195th Street contingent upon approval by the Metropolitan Council. APIF, motion carried. 13. Motion by Uhl, second by SPrute to set a public hearing for September 8, 1987 at 8:00 P.M. to consider various amendments to the Zoning Ordinance. APIF, motion carried. 14. Administrator Thompson updated the Council on the status of the easements for project 86-9. Mr. Thompson reviewed his August 13, 1987 memo that stated 1t did not appear the Council could secure before the contract deadline, but could proceed under right to enter agreements. Mr. Thompson added that the School District Superintendent had indicated the Board would grant the easement, but it did not meet until next Monday. Attorney Grannis indicated that the Council could proceed if the Council was confident the School District would grant the easement. If the easement was not conveyed, the City could explore the possibility of reducing the scope of the project to stop at the school property line. Mr. Thompson stated that it was a risk proceeding without having the cost of the easements known, but noted that the costs were assessable. Mr. Thompson stated that an appraiser had been hired to determine the value of the easements. Mr. Thompson added that as with any 429 projects, the property owners had the right to appeal the assessments if they feel the property has not benefitted the amount of the assessment. Motion by Kelly, second by Uhl to proceed with the project based on the right to enter agreement with Jerome and Mary Stoffel and Jon Malinski etal. APIF, motion carri~d. 15. General Services Superintendent Tom Kaldunski presented the plans and specifications for the 1987 Street Improvement Project. Mr. Kaldunski gave a brief overview of the project. Council member Mayer asked how driveways were going to be handled. Mr. Kaldunski stated that each owner would be con- tacted and if they did not want the driveway replaced, the City would install a standard 3 foot apron. Council member Sprute asked where the grades were changed. Mr. Kaldunski reviewed the various cross sections of existing and proposed grades. Council member Sprute stated that the grades were acceptable. Motion by Mayer, second by Kelly to adopt Resolution No. R59-87 approving the plans and specifications for the 1987 Street Improvement project and to order the advertisement of bids to be opened on September 14, 1987 at 10:00 A.M. APIF, motion carried. August 17, 1987 - Council 16. Administrator Thompson presented an outline fora proposed improvement/ assessment policy. Mr. Thompson gave an overview of the policy. Various questions were raised regarding the front footage adjustment and corner lot credits. Administrator Thompson indicated that many assessment methods were available as long as they were fair and equitable and the Council could prove benefit. No action was taken at this time. 17. Motion by Kelly, second by Mayer to approve the consent agenda as follows: a. Approved the change of status of Marilyn Speiker from 3/4 time to full time employee. b. Approved a request to attend a school and conference - Fire Department. c. Approved a request to attend a school and conference - Park Department. d. Approved a deadline extension to file Fair Hills Fourth plat to September 16, 1987. e. Approve the hiring of Trudy Volkert and Gina Asher as part time liquor clerks. f. Approve request for payment #1 - Moser Construction - $35,709.04. g. Approve payment of the bills as submitted. APIF, motion carried. 18. Motion by Kelly, second by Sprute to approve the capital outlay/budget adjustment by General Services to purchase a radio for $1,076.34. APIF, motion carried. 19. Motion by Sprute, second by Uhl to approve a budget adjustment of $2,725 from sealcoating to tree planting. APIF, motion carried. 20. The Council directed the General Services Superintendent to prepare a brief report on addressing the erosion at the fire hall and to address the financing. 21. Motion by Sprute, second by Uhl to adjourn at 9:15 P.M. APIF, motion carried. Respectfully submitted, ~s:a LT/mh Approved C\11/~1 City Administrator