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HomeMy WebLinkAbout09.08.87 Council Minutes MINUTES COUNCIL MEETING REGULAR SEPTEMBER 8, 1987 1. Mayor Akin called the meeting to order at 7:00 P.M. Members Present: Akin, Kelly, Mayer, Sprute. Members Absent: Uhl. Also Present: Administrator Thompson, Attorney Harmeyer. 2. Motion by Kelly, second by Mayer to approve the agenda with the following changes: a. Remove item 8d - Comptime for Police Officers b. Add discussion of speed limit on CSAH #31. APIF, motion carried. 3. It was the consensus of the Council to approve the minutes of the August 17, 1987 regular meeting. 4. Jerry Shannon of Springsted, Inc. presented the following bids for the sale of the $1,700,000 G.O. Bond Issue: FIRM INTEREST COST $ 694,846.69 702,220.13 679,660.00 699,748.33 NET RATE 7.0068% 7.081211% 6.8537% 7.05628% American National Bank of St. Paul Smith, Barney, Harris, Upham 1st National Bank, St. Paul/Mpls. Dain Bosworth Mr. Shannon noted that the City had retained its Baal rating. Mr. Shannon recommended that the City award the sale to 1st National Bank of St. Paul/Mpls. Motion by Kelly, second by Akin to adopt Resolution No. R60-87 awarding the sale of the $1,700,000 G.O. Bond issue to 1st National Bank of St. Paul/Minneapolis at an interest cost of $679,660.00 and a net annual interest rate of 6.8537%. APIF, motion carried. 5. County Commission Joe Harris informed the Council that the County Physical Development Commission had recommended the County pave the first 800' of County Road #64, but if the City wished to extend the paving to Euclid Path, the cost would be split 55/45. The Council thanked Mr. Harris for the information and tabled discussion on the matter until later in the evening. 6. Mayor Akin opened a public hearing at 7:15 P.M. to consider the vacation of Eureka Court, Fair Hills Addition. Administrator Thompson stated that the new Eureka Court created by the replatting of Fair Hills Fourth Addition did not exactly line up with Eureka Court Fair Hills. Mr. Thompson stated that Eureka Court, Fair Hills Addition, should therefore be vacated contingent upon the filing of Fair Hills Fourth. Mayor Akin closed the hearing. 7. Motion by Mayer, second by Sprute to adopt Resolution No. R61-87 vacating Eureka Courty, Fair Hills Addition, contingent upon the filing and recording of Fair Hills Fourth Addition. APIF, motion carried. 8. Administrator Thompson presented a resolution declaring the costs to be assessed for project 86-9 (Section 24 Sanitary Sewer) as follows: ~ 1. Contract Price 2. Additional Expense 3. Total Cost 4. City Share 5. Assessable Costs 6. Annual Interest Rate $187,479 63,067 250,546 9,309 241,237 8.35% Mr. Thompson stated that the costs included $15,000 for the estimated cost of the easements and a 5% contingency. Mr. Thompson indicated that the costs could be adjusted down once actual costs were determined, but could not be adjusted up. Mayor Akin asked when actual costs would be determined. Mr. Thompson stated that most costs would be known by the assessment hearing. Mr. Thompson stated that the City's share was for services to undeveloped property, which wouln he funden by cash reserves and collected when hookup permits were issued. Hot~on by Kelly, second by Akin to adopt Resolution No. R62-87 declaring the abovementioned costs to be assessed for Project 86-9 and ordering the preparation of an assessment roll. APIF, motion carried. 9. Administrator Thompson presented a proposed resolution declaring costs to be assessed for projects 86-13 thru 86-16 (Dakota County Estates 2nd - Phase II and Dakota County Estates Fourth) as follows: 1. Contract Price 2. Additional Expense 3. Total Project Cost 4. City Share 5. Assessable Costs 6. Annual Interest Rate $713.515 182,885 896,399 189,986 706,413 8.35% Mr. Thompson indicated that the City share was for storm sewer trunk. Mr. Thompson added that the costs also included a 5% contingency. Motion by Akin, second by Mayer to adopt Resolution No. R63-87 declaring the above- mentioned costs to be assessed for project 87-13 thru 87-16 and ordering preparation of the assessment roll. APIF, motion carried. 10. Administrator Thompson presented the following bids for Project 87-16 (Dakota County Estates 2nd Phase II and Dakota County Estates Fourth Street improvement: FIRM BASE BID $ 203,662.25 206,301.00 216,848.60 217,340.00 227,014.00 Northwest Asphalt, Inc. Alexander Construction, Co. Bituminous Materials, Inc. McNamara Contracting, Co. Bituminous Roadways ALTERNATE $13,538 15,428 13,160 14,000 12,698 Consulting Engineer Glenn Cook recommended in a letter dated September 3, 1987 that the bid be awarded to the apparent low bidder Northwest Asphalt, Inc. Administrator Thompson noted that the alternate bid was for sealcoating, which was bid in order to estimate the cost for assessing purposes. Motion by Akin, second by Kelly to adopt Resolution No. R64-87 awarding the contract to Northwest Asphalt, Inc. for the base bid of $203,662.25 and authorizing and directing the Mayor and Administrator to execute the appropriate agreements. APIF, motion carried. / 11. City Engineer Kaldunski informed the Council that the Eaves Way drainage project had been completed, and requested that the Council turn back the property required for the project to the adjacent property owners while retaining .... Sept. 8, 1987 a 20' easement. Attorney Harmeyer noted that the property had been acquired from the State through tax forfeiture and the only alternatives were to retain title or turn the property back to the State. Administrator Thompson stated that it would be a disadvantage for either the State or City to retain title because all that was required was an easement. The Council directed staff to contact the adjacent property owners regarding the legal restrictions of turning it back and to contact the City's State representatives for assistance in the matter. 12. The Council next considered a feasibility report on erosion control at the Fire Hall. City Engineer Kaldunski reported that the estimated cost was $6,580 but could be lower if one of the contractors performing street improvements bid the job. Administrator Thompson stated that he had not received a definite answer on using Fire Hall construction funds on the project. The Council directed staff to obtain written quotes on the project and obtain an answer on the use of Fire Hall construction funds. 13. Mayor Akin opened a public hearing at 7:45 P.M. to consider deleting Title 2-4 of the City Code relating to the Zoning Board of Adjustment. Administrator Thompson explained that Title 2-4 regulated the process and activities of the Board and was no longer necessary since they were included in the revised Zoning Ordinance. Administrator Thompson added that the first two sections, which establishes the Board and Fees, should not be deleted because they are not included in the revised Zoning Ordinance. Mayor Akin closed the public hearing. 14. Motion by Kelly, second by Sprute to adopt Ordinance No. 087-192 deleting Title 2-4 of the City Code except for the first two sections. APIF, motion carried. 15. Motion by Kelly, second by Sprute to set a public hearing for September 21, 1987 at 7:15 P.M. to consider the On-Sale Club and Special Sunday Liquor License application of the Eagles Club dba 313 Third Street. APIF, motion carried. 16. Mayor Akin opened a public hearing at 8:00 P.M. to consider various amendments to the Zoning Ordinance. Administrator Thompson explained the proposed changes which were outlined in his memo dated July 30, 1987 (Accessory Structures). Mayor Akin asked why accessory structures were limited to 800 square feet, when 3 car garages were normally more than 800 square feet. Administrator Thompson stated that the 800 square feet presently applied to R-l zones, and it was just being extended to all residential zones. Administrator Thompson stated that the Uniform Building Codes placed a 1,000 square foot limitation on garages. Discussion followed regarding the Planning Commission's intent in limiting the square footage to 800 square feet. (B-2 Parking Requirements) Councilmember Mayer asked if light industry in the B-2 Zone would require a conditional use and therefore approval of a parking plan. Administrator Thompson stated that it would. (Access Plan to Platted Property) Mayor Akin asked if this ordinance may be too restrictive and asked the Administrator for clarification. Administrator Thompson st~ted that the ordinance only required an access plan to the property, which was already a requirement of the Subdivision Ordinance. Administrator Thompson stated that he knew of one property where a garage had been built on an unimproved alley. Administrator Thompson stated that he was trying to prevent a confrontation with property owners if streets/alleys are not improved after a building is constructed which will require access. Mayor Akin stated that he would be against the ordinance if it was too restrictive. (Swimming Pool defined) No comments. Mayor Akin continued the public hearing until October 5, 1987 at 7:30 P.M.. The Council referred the matter back to Planning and Zoning for further clarification on garage sizes and property access. 17. Fire Chief Kuchera presented proposed amendments to the Fire Department By-Laws and Constitution. Mr. Kuchera noted that all firemen had the opportunity to vote on the changes. Mr. Kuchera stated that the changes transferred the training officer duties from the Assistant Chiefs to the Captains, formally recognized the Rescue Squad and added a "rookie" classification. Motion by Mayer, second by Kelly to approve the amended Fire Department By-Laws. APIF, motion carried. Motion Motion by Mayer, second by Kelly to approve the amended Fire Department Constitution. APIF, motion carried. 18. Administrator Thompson presented the 1988 Police Officer's Labor Agreement changes proposed by Local 320. It was the consensus that the Administrator, Police Chief and negotiating committee meet to prepare a response. 19. Mayor Akin called a special meeting for September 15, 1987 at 5:30 P.M. to consider the bids for Project 87-3 (Street Improvements). 20. Jack Benedict presented an amendment to the Dakota County Estates Second Grading plan which would create a wet pond in the northeast corner of the plat. City Engineer Kaldunski stated that he had reviewed the plan with Glenn Cook and both agreed it would have some benefit to the existing storm sewer system. Mr. Kaldunski stated that the pond would not create any additional flows. Mayor Akin stated that he thought the pond would be of value to the development based on the first pond. Councilmember Sprute stated he opposed the pond because of potential liability and the City's experience with the Townsedge pond. Mr. Benedict stated that the first pond had worked out quite well and this pond would also be beneficial. Councilmember Mayer asked if the future owners would know about the pond. Mr. Benedict replied that they would. Motion by Akin, second by Kelly to amend the Dakota County Estates 2nd Addition Grading Plan in Block 2 as proposed. Voting for: Akin, Kelly, Mayer. Opposed: Sprute. Motion carried. 21. The Council continued discussion of the County's proposal to pave County Road 64 from CSAH #31 to Euclid Path with the City participating with 45% of the cost. The Council expressed its displeasure with the lack of County road improvements when the City's population was under 5,000. Mayor Akin noted that if the County was willing to pick up the entire cost if the road was only paved 800', why did the City have to share in the cost if they paved 2,000'. The Council directed the Administrator to attend the next County Board meeting to express the Council's sentiments. 22. Motion by Kelly, second by Akin to approve the consent agenda as follows: a. Approve a temporary 3.2 Beer License for St. Michael's Church. b. Approve a revised final payment request for McNamara Contracting in the amount of $2,680 for Project 86-12. c. Approve the appointment of Steve Bower and Mike Pesek~s probationary firefighters. September 8, 1987 d. i. Approve a capital outlay request for the Fire Department in the amount of $7,325 for Fire Truck Restoration. Approve a school and conference request for Administration. Approve a capital outlay request for the Fire Department for $282 for rechroming of the Fire Truck Bumper. Approve a school and conference request for the Fire Department. Approve a school and conference request for the Parks Department. Approve Payment #1 for J.P. Norex in the amount of $116,338.32 for Project 86-9. Approve a capital outlay request for the Fire Department for $1,201.70 for Turnout Gear. Approve payment of the bills as submitted. carried. e. f. g. h. j. k. APIF, motion 23. Motion by Akin, second by Mayer to approve a plat correction request for Dakota County Estates Fourth. APIF, motion carried. 24. Motion by Akin, second by Sprute to approve a budget adjustment transferring $1,000 from Streets - Curb and Gutter - and $1,000 from Streets - Fuel - to Dustcoating. APIF, motion carried. 25. Administrator Thompson presented the 1988 Operating Budget. Mr. Thompson gave a brief summary of the budget and recommended that special meetings be set to discuss the budget. It was the consensus of the Council that each member is to meet with the Administrator before the next meeting. 26. The Council briefly discussed speed limits on CSAH #31. Staff was directed to prepare a resolution petitioning a traffic survey and place the matter on the next agenda. 27. Motion by Sprute, second by Kelly to adjourn at 9:30 P.M. APIF, motion carried. Respectfully submitted, Approved 9/ d//n LT/mh