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HomeMy WebLinkAbout01.19.88 Council Minutes MINUTES COUNCIL MEETING REGULAR JANUARY 19, 1988 1. Mayor Akin called the meeting to order at 7:00 P.M. Members Present: Akin, Kelly, Mayer. Members Absent: Sprute, Uhl. Also Present: Administrator Thompson, Attorney Grannis. 2. Motion by Kelly, second by Mayer to approve the agenda with the following changes: 1. Remove item lId - Parental Leave Policy - from the consent agenda for general discussion. 2. Consider adopting a resolution requesting County Landfill Abatement assistance. 3. Remove item 11a - Capital Outlay Request (Voting Machines) from the consent agenda for general discussion. APIF, motion carried. 3. It was the consensus of the Council to approve the minutes of the January 4, 1988 regular meeting. 4. The Council next considered a request by Eugene Kuchera to be reimbursed $100 for sidewalk repair. Administrator Thompson noted that the City Engineer had indicated that the sidewalk was in poor shape, and that based on previous action by the Council, the reimbursement should be made. Mayor Akin stated that unlike the previous request, the sidewalk in question was replaced as part of a driveway project. Also, Mayor Akin noted that he had opposed the first reim- bursement, and would continue to oppose reimbursement. Councilmember Kelly also stated that she was opposed to the first request and also opposed this request. Councilmember Mayer stated that to remain consistent, the Council should approve the request. Motion by Hayer, second by Akin to approve the request to reimburse Eugene Kuchera $100 for sidewalk replacement. Voting for: Mayer. Against: Akin, Kelly. Motion failed. 5. The Council next considered a request by the Administrator to adopt an ordinance which would allow private haulers the right to remove refuse from construction sites. Administrator Thompson stated that, while it is common practice to allow this type of service, the Code did not allow it. Motion by Akin, second by Kelly to adopt Ordinance No. 088-196 amending Title ~-1-2 of the Farmington City Code which would allow private haulers the authority to remove refuse from construction sites. APIF, motion carried. 6. The Council next considered a staff proposal which would make garbage service mandatory and fine non-residents for bringing refuse into the City. A lengthy discussion followed regarding different volumes produced by various customers and inequities in the present billing system. Various alternatives were discussed. It was the consensus of the Council that a volume based billing method and an educational program for recycling would need to be implemented. It was also the consensus of the Council that it defer action on this matter until more information is obtained and a full Council is present. 7. The Council next considered the 1988 Firefighters' salaries. Attorney Grannis noted that because Councilmember Sprute was a firefighter, he could only vote if it was a unanimous decision. Mayor Akin stated that at first he was supportive of the increase, but after giving it additional thought, he was not in favor of it in light of the increase in retirement benefits. Fire Chief Kuchera stated that the request was not unreasonable in light of salary increases granted to other City employees, and that it would only cost the City an additional $l,OOO/year. Mr. Kuchera stated that it would not be fair to the firefighters to freeze their salaries. Councilmember Mayer stated that he had no problem with setting wages at $5.00/hour. Motion by Mayer, second by Akin to set the 1988 Firefighters' salaries at $5.00/hour. Voting for: Mayer. Voting against: Kelly, Akin. Motion failed. 8. City Engineer Kaldunski presented an amendment to the proposed Municipal State Aid system. Mr. Kaldunski stated the proposed changes were based on Council and MnDOT comments. Councilmember Sprute arrived at 8:05 P.M. Motion by Kelly, second by Akin to adopt Resolution No. R2-88 certifying the MSA system as follows: MSA No. Street From To 101 102 103 104 105 Flagstaff Avenue 195th Street (CR 64) Essex Avenue Walnut Street First Street T.H.50 (212th St.) Essex Avenue 212th St. (TH 50) First St. Walnut St. 180th Street Akin Road (CSAH 31) Pilot Knob (CSAH 31) Chippendale (TH 3) Elm St. (TH 50) APIF, motion carried. 9. The Council next considered a memo from the Administrator dated January 14, 1988 outlining the various methods for financing storm sewer projects. Administrator Thompson noted that while he was not expecting an immediate decision, it was felt that the Council should begin discussing the subject because of upcoming storm sewer projects. Considerable discussion followed on the subject. It was the consensus that discussion continue on this subject during future meetings. 10. Discussion followed regarding a proposed agreement with the City of St. Paul for bomb squad services. It was the consensus of the Council that the Police Chief seek an amendment to the agreement relating to a "softening" of the indemnification clause and consulting with Farmington staff regarding time at the scene. 11. It was the consensus of the Council that the Water Board review staff proposal relating to water hookups to properties which have not been assessed for water laterals. 12. Motion by Kelly, second by Mayer to make the following appointments: Name Board/Commission Term From To Robert Boeckman CATV 3 years 2-1-88 1-31-91 Carol Sprute HRA 5 years 2-1-88 1-31-93 Ken Hanson, Jr. Human Rights Comm. 2 years 2-1-88 1-31-90 Gale Sprute Human Rights Comm. 2 years 2-1-88 1-31-90 Carol Boyd Human Rights Comm. 2 years 2-1-88 1-31-90 APIF, motion carried. 13. Motion by Mayer, second by Kelly to make the following appointments: Name Board/Commission Term From To - Ken Hanson, Jr. Planning Commission 2 years 2-1-88 1-31-90 Dirk Rotty Planning Commission 2 years 2-1-88 1-31-90 Chris Galler Planning Commission 2 years 2-1-88 1-31-90 APIF, motion carried. 1-19-88 - Council Minutes 14. Mayor Akin stated that if there were no objections from the Council, he would continue to serve as the Council's representative on the ALF Board. No objections were raised. 15. Motion by Mayer, second by Kelly to make the following appointments: Name Board/Commission Term From To Bill Vetscher PARAC Larry Vorwerk PARAC APIF, motion carried. 2 years 2 years 2-1-88 2-1-88 1-31-90 1-31-90 16. It was noted that there were openings remaining on the Water Board and PARAC. 17. Motion by Akin, second by Mayer to reduce the special assessment on Parcel # 14-03600-013-29 for the T.H. 50 Water Main project by $378.84. APIF, motion carried. . 18. The Council next received a report from Police Chief Whittingham on the part time mechanic position. Motion by Akin, second by Kelly receiving the report, approving the continuation of the position, and adjusting the Police Department budget by transferring funds from repairs and maintenance to part time salaries to accommodate the position. APIF, motion carried. 19. The Council next considered a recommendation to approve a Planning Services contract with Charles Tooker. Councilmember Sprute stated that he had not been satisfied with Mr. Tooker's responses during recent discussions over Whispering River and the Comprehensive Zoning amendment. Mayor Akin stated that he felt the City was fortunate to have the services of Mr. Tooker available. Motion by Akin, second by Kelly to approve Resolution No. R3-88 approving the 1988 Planner's Contract as proposed. Voting for: Akin, Kelly, Mayer. Against: Sprute. Motion carried. 20. Motion by Kelly, second by Akin to approve the consent agenda as follows: 1. Approve Capital Outlay Request - Finance - Printer - $475. 2. Approve Capital Outlay Request - Arena - Ice Edger - $595. 3. Approve Payment of the bills as submitted. APIF, motion carried. 21. Mayor Akin noted that the requested voting machines were going to be a welcome addition to the City. Mayor Akin noted that the machine had to be ordered at this time to allow the public to become familiar with them before the elections. Motion by Mayor, second by Kelly to authorize a capital outlay request for $15,390.00 to purchase voting machines. APIF, motion carried. 22. Motion by Sprute, second by Mayer to approve a schools and conferences request by the Fire Department (Rescue). APIF, motion carried. 23. Motion by Akin, second by Sprute to approve a capital outlay from Administration for $493.93 to purchase a table. APIF, motion carried. 24. Motion by Sprute, second by Mayer to adopt Resolution No. R4-88 classifying certain tax forfeited properties in Pine Knoll as non-conservation. APIF, motion carried. 25. Motion by Sprute, second that it wishes to acquire tax Knoll for parkland purposes. by Mayer to notify the Dakota County Board forfeited Lots 1,2,3 and 7, Block 4, Pine APIF, motion carried. 26. Motion by Mayer, second by Sprute to adopt Resolution No. R5-88 requesting landfill abatement assistance funds from Dakota County. APIF, motion carried. 27. During round table, the following items were discussed: 1. Letter from Sen. Darril Wegscheid regarding bridge funding. 2. Response State Rep. Tompkins and Rep. Frenzel regarding use of CDBG funds by Minneapolis/St. Paul. 3. Status of Co-compost grant application. 4. Status of People's Natural Gas Company. 28. Motion by Sprute, second by Mayer to adjourn at 10:00 P.M. carried. APIF, motion Respectfully submitted, ~!r- City Administrator Approved ~/; /~$f