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Home My Public Portal About01/07/75 CCMJanuary 7, 1975 The Council of the City of Medina met in regular session on Tuesday January 7, 1975 at 7:40 P.M. Members present: Mayor Wayne Neddermeyer, Councilmen Donald DesLauriers, Thomas Stevens, Robert Franklin, Arthur Theis, Building Inspector Russel Bouley Jr. Motion by Arthur Theis, seconded by Robert Franklin to suspend with reading of minutes and approve with clarification of Vacation Time, Page 74 as follows: 10 paid vacation days after working 1 year and 15 days after 10 years. Motion carried unanimously 1. INDEPENDENCE BEACH SEWER Ray Odie of Metropolitan Wast Control Com;ission discussed intent and need to service Independence Beach and the necdsssity of adding that area to the sewer service area and not to remove area 22 at this time. He commented also on Medina Morningside stating that the Medina Interceptor would not be available until at least 1977 and that the Metropolitan Council needs further evidence of septic problems in Medina Morningside, Robert Franklin presented comments he had received from the Metro Council. Engineer Skip McCombs stated that Tim Marr of Hennepin Co. Park Reserve had conveyed the parks wishes to discuss the cost sharing. Bob Ehlers Jr., Financial Consultant explained procedures for bonding. 1. The earliest a public hearing could be held is January 28th and then the engineer could rlraw final plans and bids could be let. 2. A minimum of 3-4 months time would be needed before construction could begin. 3. Various methods of funding could be used and he would work with engineer before hearing and prepare a study. McCombs reported on theestimated assessment per acre and aprcel. Robert Franklin stated that there are approximately 95 seasonal and year round homes with 58 additional parcels at Independence Beach although probable only 36 of those lots can be developed. There are 26 lots in Independence Heights with 7 presently developed. Motion by Robert Franklin, seconded by Arthur Theis to adopt resolution No. 75-1 (att-ached herewith) and to hold a public hearing February 4, 1975 at 8:00 P.M. Mayor polled council as follows: DesLauriers, Yes; Theis, Yes; Neddermeyer, Yes; Franklin, yes; Stevens, yes. McCombs stated he would invite Hennepin Co. Park Board members and staff to the February 4th meeting. 2. METROPOLITAN DEVELOPMENT FRAMEWORK Discussion with Engineer. Council will read material and draft st,ptement regarding the Metropolitan Council plans. 3. ROBERT BERTHIAUME, LIQUOR LICENSE APPLICATIONS Mr. Berthiaume appeared with his attorney and completed applications. Discussion and recommendation by Police Chief Charles Hoover. Motion by Thomas Stevens seconded by RobeTAJranklin to grant an On -Sale Liquor license to Robert M. Berthiaume of "Bob's 55 Club"after presentation of bonds. Motion carried unanimously Motion by Robert Franklin, seconded by Arthur Theis to grant a Sunday Liquor license to Robert M. Berthiaume of "Bob's 55 Club Inc." Motion carried unanimously Motion by Arthur Theis, seconded by Donald DesLauriers to grant Off -Sale Liquor license to Robert M. Berthiaume of " Bob's 55 Club Inc." after presentation of bonds. Motion carried unanimously Motion by Donald DesLauriers, seconded by Thomas Stevens to grant Non -Intoxicating on and Off sale Malt Liquor license to Robert M. Berthiaume of " Bob's 55 Club, Inc." Motion carried unaniugaously 18 4. PRISCILLA'S ADDITION Robert Scott appeared with final plans of Priscilla's Addition. Motion by Donald DesLauriers, seconded by Robert Franklin to approve final plans of Priscilla Arens Addition upon payment of fees as previously agreed upon. Motion carried unanimously 5. Crosby ROAD Motion by Robert Franklin, seconded by Arthur Theis to direct Clerk to contact Wright Hennepin Electric Co. asking them to submit plans for moving poles from road easement. Motion carried unanimously 6. HAMEL ROAD SEWER AND WATER. EXTENSION Skip McCombs discussed the request of Medicine Lake Bus sewer and water service Motion by Donald DesLauriers, seconded by Arthur Theis prepare assessment roles for sewer and water extension Motion carried unanimously Co. to pay their assessment for to authorize McCombs -Knutson to project on Hamel Road. 7. ANNE DORWEILER FLOOD INSURANCE APPEAL Anne Dorweiler explained letter and maps she had prepared for Medina's appeal Motion by Robert Franklin, seconded by Thomas Stevens to send letter as prepared by Anne Dorweiler. Motion carried unanimously S.J. GROVES LAID ALTERATION Anne Dorweiler read letter from Minnehaha Creek Watershed District stating that they had visited the Groves farm and noted that filling had been done i two places and permits had not been issued. The land owners wer aware that permits were needed before work could be started. They will keep Medina informed of further developments. 8. JIM HART Discussion with Russel Bouley, Building Inspector as to status of building Mr. Hart wishes to occupy a a pizza restaurant. Mr. Bouley informed council that a building permit was not secured and he has not seen detailed plans of entire building. Attorney advised that application should be truned down because correct set of plans were not submitted. Anne Dorweiler advised that she had not received drawings of parking stalls for 15 cars and that bond should be hosted to guarantee completion of parking lot. Robert Franklin stated he would be in favor of granting a Non -intoxicating Malt Liquor license if bond was posted for parking lot and if building met inspection of building inspector and the details of building code. Motion by Robert Franklin, seconded by Arthur Theis to grant an On -Sale, Off -Sale Non - intoxicating Malt Liquor license to James R. hart subject to granting of occupancy permit to him at 225 Highway 55, Hamel, Minn. Motion carried unanimously Motion by Thomas Stevens, seconded by Donald DesLauriers to grant a cigarette license to James R. Hart. Motion carried unanimously Motion by Robert Franklin, seconded by Donald DesLauriers that Council approve issuance o; Certificate of Occupancy to James R. Hart at 225 Highway 55 upon finding of building inspector that all building nd occupancy requirements have been met and upon filing of proper parking plans and posting of bond for the amount recommended by City Lngineer. Bond to insure paving of driveway and space for 16 cars with work to be done by July 31, 1975. Motion carried unanimously 9. MEDINA RECREATION T'EFUIVD Motion by Thomas Stevens, seconded by Arthur Theis to grant liquor license refunds to Medina. Recreation for the period teat they were forced out of business, subject to approval of city attorney. Motion c rried unanimously 10. SANIT DY LANDFILL APPLICATION Motion by Thomas Stevens, seconded by Donald DesLauriers to grant Woodlake Sanitary Service a license to operate a sanitary landfill for 1975. Motion carried unanimously 11. CIGARETTE LICENSES Motion by Thomas Stevens, seconded by Donald DesLauriers to approve 1975 Cigarette licenses for Medina Recreation, Harold a.nd Dwaines, Hamel K.O., Loretto Standard, Joe and Irene's Bottle Shop, and, ', Rolling Green Country Club. Motion carried unanimously 12. 1975 APPOINTMENTS Motion by Robert Franklin, seconded by Thomas Stevens to appoint Donald DesLauriers as Road Chairman Motion carried unanimously Motion by Thomas Stevens, seconded by Robert Franklin to appoint Arthur Theis as Recreation Chairman Motion carried unnanimously Motion by Arthur Theis, seconded by Donald DesLauriers to appoint Thomas Stevens as Sewer and Water Chairman Motion carried unanimously Motion by Donald DesLauriers, seconded by Thomas Stevens to appoint Robert Franklin as Commissioner of Public Safety Motion carried unanimously Motion by Thomas Stevens, seconded by Robert Franklin to appoint Charles Hoover as Chief of Police Motion c.rT ied unanimously Motion by Robert Franklin, seconded by Arthur Theis to appoint Donald DesLauriers as as Acting Mayor Motion carried unanimously Motion by Arthur Theis, seconded by Donald DesLauriers to appoint Donna Roehl as Clerk. Motion carried unanimously Motion by Donald DesLauriers, seconded by Thomas Stevens to appoint William Rudolph as. Treasurer Motion carried unanimously Motion by Thomas Stevens, seconded by Donald DesLauriers to appoint Richard Schieffer as attorney Motion carried unanimously Motion by Robert Franklin, seconded by Arthur Theis to appoint Willis Kohnen as Assessor Motion carried unanimously Motion by Donald DesLauriers, seconded by Thomas Stevens to appoint Strand and Roe as Auditor Motion carried unanimously 80 Motion by Donald DesLauriers, seconded by Thomas Stevens to appoint Russel Bouley Jr. as Building Inspector Motion carried Unanimously Motion by Thomas Stevens,seconded by Robert Franklin to appoint Anne Dorweiler as Zoning Administrator Motion carried unanimously Motion by Robert Franklin, seconded by Arthur Theis to appoint Dr. R.A. Olson as Health Officer Motion carried unanimously Motion by Thomas Stevens, seconded by Donald DesLauriers to raise wages of Weed Inspector to 14.50 per hour. Wayne Neddermeyer appointed Ray Hoosier as Weed Inspector Motion carried unanimously Motion by Arthur Theis, seconded by Donald DesLauriers to appoint Chsrles Hoover as Tree Inspector Motion carried unanimously Motion by Thomas Stevens, seconded by Robert Franklin to pay Tree Inspector 4.50 per hour for tree inspecting outside of Police Duty. Motion carried unanimously Motion by Robert Franklin, seconded by Arthur Theis to appoint the Farmers State Bank of Hamel as Official Depository Motion carried unanimously Motion by Donald DesLauriers, seconded by Thomas Stevens to appoint the Crow River News as the Official Newspaper Motion carried unanimously 13. MEDINA MORNINGSIDE WATER Discussion of recent water main break at Medina Morningside. Will ask Bergerson-Caswell to explain problem and also secure map for Leo Leuer to have at his disposal. 14. HENNEPIN COUNTY ROAD STUDY REPRESENTATIVE Emil Jubert and Gerald Carlson were appointed Medina's representatives to the above board. Emil Jubert gave report of business conducted at meeting he had attended. 15. ELM CREEK BUDGET APPROVAL Discussion of 112,000 total budget and Medina's share which is 81836.00. Request tabled until future date. 16. ENGINEER ARE OINTT ENT Discussion of services rendeted-and bills. Tabled until later. 17. BILLS Motion by Arthur Theis, seconded by Donald DesLauriers to pay the bills, Order checks in the amount of 822,081.45, Payroll in the amount of 18500.17, and Revenue Sharing of "285.00. Motion carried unanimously 18. UTILITY BUILDING Donald DesLauriers had discussed with several people and finds that price is about the same as originnal stated. Will pursue further and report at a later meeting. 19. ATTORNEY ITEMS Report by Richard Schieffer that suit of Laurie Ann Scott will be handled by the Insurance Co. attorneys and if further advice is need he will suggest counsel. Mot by Arthur is, seconded by Robert Franklin to a.djo � r 04e2eXlerk January 7, 1975 Meeting adjrrnned at 12:55 AM ��T�,,yor