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HomeMy WebLinkAbout07.18.88 Council Minutes MINUTES COUNCIL MEETING REGULAR JULY 18, 1988 1. Mayor Kelly called the meeting to order at 7:00 P.M. Members Present: Donaldson, Kelly, Sprute. Members Absent: Mayer. Also Present: Administrator Thompson, Attorney Grannis. 2. Motion by Sprute, second by Donaldson to approve the agenda with the following changes: a. Add discussion of the grain elevator at 3rd and Main. b. Add discussion of a tax increment program for Duo Plastics. c. Remove Oath of Office - Phyllis Kelly. d. Remove appointment of new councilmember. e. Remove appointment of Acting Mayor. f. Remove capital outlay request - Parks. APIF, motion carried. 3. Motion by Donaldson, second by Kelly to approve the following minutes: a. June 14, 1988 special session. b. July 5, 1988 regular session. c. July 13, 1988 special session. d. June 6, 1988 regular session. APIF, motion carried. 4. Mayor Kelly presented a plaque and gold watch to former Mayor Patrick Akin for his years of dedicated service to the City. Mr. Akin thanked the Council and staff for their assistance during his term, and the citizens for giving him the oppor- tunity to serve the community. Mayor Kelly read a letter from Elwood "Gil" Gilbertson commending Mr. Akin on his tenure in office. 5. Motion by Kelly, second by Donaldson to transfer $150 from contingency to Park and Recreation for the purchase of a tree to be dedicated to Patrick Akin. APIF, motion carried. 6. The Council next considered a mining permit application by Dakota County. The Council clarified that it wished to have all required information for the public hearing. Motion by Sprute, second by Kelly to set a public hearing for August 1, 1988 at 7:15 P.M. to consider the mining permit application of Dakota County. APIF, motion carried. 7. Motion by Kelly, second by Donaldson to adopt Ordinance No. 088-203 amending Title 8-8-6 of the Farmington City Code by extending the expiration date of the Cable TV Franchise to December 6, 1997. APIF, motion carried. 8. The Council next considered a proposed Dangerous Dog Ordinance. Councilmember Sprute stated that he was concerned about the safety of individuals after the numerous reports of attacks by Pit Bull Terriers. It was the consensus of the Council that the definition of dangerous dogs specifically include Pit Bull Terriers. The Council tabled further action until the next regular meeting. 9. Motion by Kelly, second by Donaldson to adopt Resolution No. R47-88 amending Resolution No. Rl-88 relating to City fees and charges by incorporating charges from the Farmington Water Supply and Distribution Report. APIF, motion carried. 10. Motion by Donaldson, second by Sprute to approve the 4th Street Sanitary Sewer Agreement as to form. APIF, motion carried. 11. Motion by Sprute, second by Donaldson to approve the consent agenda as follows: a. Approve a temporary 3.2 On-Sale License - St. Michael's Parish. b. Approve a capital outlay request - Fire - Pump Panel Heater - $400. c. Approve payment of the bills as submitted. APIF, motion carried. 12. The Council next considered the Whispering River Project. Administrator Thompson informed the Council that the project completion date had expired and he had pulled the letter of credit. Mr. Thompson stated that the developer wished to meet with staff to discuss the completion of the project. It was the consensus of the Council that staff begin obtaining quotes for completing the project. 13. Motion by Kelly, second by Donaldson to deny sponsorship of a School Avoidance/ Delinquency program. APIF, motion carried. 14. Motion by Kelly, second by Sprute to approve a transient merchant license for the Chamber of Commerce to conduct a community sidewalk sale. APIF, motion carried. 15. Motion by Kelly, second by Sprute to direct the City Attorney to begin pro- ceedings for the demolition of the grain elevator at 3rd and Main Streets. APIF, motion carried. 16. Administrator Thompson updated the Council on the Duo Plastics tax increment project. Mr. Thompson stated that most technical aspects could be worked out, but the following concerns should be addressed. a. The duration of the TIF District would have to be 8 years instead of 5. b. A quirk in the State Law may reduce project revenue by 55%. c. A restriction on eligible costs may force the City to include the write down of property, which is presently owned by a partnership controlled by the Board members of Duo Plastics, Inc. d. The City would more than likely be forced to sell bonds, which would reduce the amount of money available to the developer. Mr. Thompson stated that Duo Plastics had exceeded the promise made to the Council during 2 previous TIF projects. Mr. Thompson requested that the Council give direction to staff if they should continue to proceed with the project. It was the consensus of the Council that staff continue to work on the project. 17. The following items were discussed during roundtable. a. Acknowledged the receipt of the summary judgement on Terra Second Assessment appeal. b. Mayor Kelly indicated that she would set a special meeting for July 26, 1988 at the Empire Town Hall to discuss the Co-Compost Plant. c. Staff was directed to contact MnDOT regarding the cleanup of the Townsedge Pond. 18. Motion by Donaldson, second by Kelly to meet in executive session for the purpose of discussing the 1988 Police Officers Labor Agreement. APIF, motion carried. 19. Motion by Donaldson, second by Kelly to accept the term of the agreement as outlined in the Administrator's memo dated July 13, 1988. APIF, motion carried. 20. Motion by Sprute. second by Donaldson to adjourn at 9:00 P.M. APIF, motion carried. Respectfully submitted, ~)7r- Larry Thompson City Administrator Approved /, '-- ' ;;