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HomeMy Public PortalAbout03/15/77 CCMPAYROLL CHECKS MARCH 15, 1977 4434 Charles Hoover 462.50 4435 Kerome TaPond 383.15 4436 Michael Rouillard 385.50 4437 Robert Dressel 410.55 4438 Ronald Duran 462.32 4439 Kenneth Volkenant 16g.45 4440 Steve Tillmans 69.75 4441 Leo Leuer 285.39 4442 Farmers State Bank of Hamel 18.75 $2,647.36 ORDER CHECKS MARCH 15, 1977 6600 University of Minnesota 15.00 I1 ®The Council of the City of Medina met in regular session on Tuesday, March 15, 1977 at 7:35 P.M. Members present: Mayor, Wayne Neddermeyer; Councilmembers, Thomas Crosby, Arthur Theis, William Reiser, Nancy Laurent; Clerk, Donna Roehl; Attorney Richard Schieffer; Assessor Willis Kohnen Thomas Crosby asked that the following corrections and additions be made to the minutes of March 1, 1977: Item 5, Page 107: additional explanation that"pay must be at the same rate as in effect for the employee prior to commencing the subject work unless otherwise authorized. Item 7, Page 107: add a sentence, "Discussion of having attorney prepare an ordinance regard- ing posting of roads." Additional item at end of minutes: Statement by Thomas Crosby as follows; regarding letter of Robert Franklin to the Northwest Chamber of Commerce: While I applaud participation of residents in city affairs, for those who feel strongly on issues, we should have their views before or at the time the decisions are made, particularly on matters on the posted meeting agenda." Richard Schieffer stated that he doubted whether or not the City could spend public funds for dues to an organization such as the Chamber of Commerce. He also noted that Item 10, page 107 should read 10:00 A.M. not 10:00 P.M. Motion by Arthur Theis, seconded by Thomas Crosby to accept the minutes of March 1, 1977 as corrected. Motion carried unanimously 1. CHARLES PANGIER Mr. Pangier presented a request for a rear and front yard setback variance for Lot 11 and the E. of Lot 10, Block 7, Independence Beach. William Reiser and Thomas Crosby stated that they had looked at the property. Plans indicated the house_ will be 15 feet from the street but 25 feet from the traveled portion of the street. Rear yard setback will be 31 feet. Motion by Thomas Crosby, seconded by Arthur Theis to approve the variance request of Charles Pangier for Lot 11 and the E. i of Lot 10, Independence Beach. Motion carried unanimously 2. LEONARD LEUER Mr. Leuer discussed, with Council, his request for payment of wages, at his company pay rate, for hours spent making repairs at the Independence Beach Well. He felt that he had done the work of a professional with knowledge obtained at his own expense. He expressed the need for someone to work during the day when he is not available and because Leo Leuer cannot work temporarily. Thomas Crosby stated that he had asked Leonard to discuss with Council, payment of his company rate of pay for emergencies. He also wondered if J4.00 base pay is enough and whether or not Council would be able to judge what type of work constitutes a larger rate of pay. Leonard stated that he would want 36.00 per hour for regular work and his company pay rate for emer- gency calls. Discussion of contacting Maple Plain and the Vo Tech School regarding wages and what is needed for certification after completidg a Vo Tech course. Leonard stated that he would work with Ken Volkenant, who is interested in taking a Vo Tech course, so as to familarize him with the systems for regular checks and after that would be available for emergencies at $7.50 per hour. Motion by Thomas Crosby, seconded by William Reiser to authorize payment of $75.00 to Leonard Leuer, to encompass 5 training sessions, every other evening, to enable Ken Volkenant to do routine sewer and water chekcing work subject to approval and supervision of Leo Leuer. Motion carried unanimously Thomas Crosby asked Richard Schieffer to secure information regarding the city using an unlicensed person for routine inspection work. He also explained to Leonard Leuer that he may not be called in for emergency situations at the $7.50 per hour that he asks to be paid. 3. SYCAMORE TRAIL Nancy Laurent stated that she felt that Sycamore Trail, Independence Heights, should be 1 blacktopped and paid for with funds from the Independence Beach Sewer and Water Construction account, as the property owners have been assessed for the project that included blacktopping streets in Independence Beach. Lyle Swanson, engineer, estimated the cost to be 88200.00 which would include some grading, gravel and a 2 inch blacktop mat. He explained that the only other road disturbed during utility installation is Townline Rd. south of Hwy. 12; and as this belongs partly to Maple Plain it may never be blacktopped. Motion by Nancy Laurent, seconded by Arthur Theis to authorize the engineer to prepare plans and specifications to blacktop Sycamore Trail. Motion carried unanimously 4. PLANTSCAPE Bryce Peterson and Tony Westerhouse explained plans for a retail garden center on Hwy. 55 and Sioux Dr. in Hamel, using two-thirds of the building presently housing the pizza restaurant. Planning Commission had recommended approval of the plans contingent upon blacktopping an add- itional 30 ft. strip west of the planned parking area, post bond in the amount of $1500, stripe the parking lot for 25 stalls and obtain the necessary building, sign and fence permits from the city. Discussion of the 30 ft. hoop building being planned and whether or not a one year permit could be issued to determine if objections, by nearby residents, would be raised. Moticn by Thomas Crosby, seconded by Nancy Laurent to approve plans of Plantscape, subject to the Planning Commission recommendations and subject to Council's right to revoke Special Use permit for Poly House, after March 1, 1978. Motion carried unanimously 5. PLANNING COMMISSION MEMBER Motion by Nancy Laurent, seconded by Wayne Neddermeyer to appoint Anne Theis to a two year term on the Planning Commission. Motion carried unanimously 6. PLANNING AND ZONING ADMINISTRATOR Arthur Theis recommended the appointment of Jeanne Mabusth as Planning and Zoning Administrator. Discussion of Ms. Mabusth qualifications and hiring her on a temporary trial basis, also, hiring Anne Dorweiler to work with her to familarize her with various aspects of the work. Motion by Thomas Crosby, seconded by Arthur Theis to appoint Jeanne Mabusth as Planning and Zoning Administrator, on a 6 month temporary basis; pay to be $5.00 per hour, plus $10.00 for attendence at Planning Commission meetings and $15.00 for Council meetings, plus 10 cents per mile travel expense, and to pay Anne Dorweiler at her current pay rate for time spent for transfer of responsibility. Motion carried unanimously 7. TAX FORFEIT LOTS Mr's. Ludwig and Kost appeared to discuss the purchase of tax forfeit lots at Lake Independence. Richard Schieffer explained the procedure by which property may be purchased by the city and resold by them. Discussion as to public purpose and if city could combine 2 lots and sell as one unit. Richard Schieffer stated that individual lots must be sold as such. Motion by Thomas Crosby, seconded by William Reiser to direct attorney to request a private sale from Hennepin County, of Lots 17 and 18, Block 2, Independence Teach. Motion carried unanimously 8. COLONIAL DRIVE IN Mel Lebowitz of Northwest Cinema Corp. explained that Metro Engineering of Hamel will complete the work of removing the hazardous sewage treatment plant but that it could not be done until ground conditions were favorable. The cost is estimated to be $1078.00. Richard Schieffer stated that the bond should be posted in an amount 1 times the estimated cost, deleivered to his office and he would prepare a contract to be signed by all concerned. Motion by Nancy Laurent, seconded by Thomas Crosby to approve Colonial Drive In Theatre license for 1977 contingent upon posting of a bond in the amount of $1607 or more, and signing of a contract stating work must be completed by May 15, 1977. Motion carried unanimously 142 9• CIGARETTE LICENSES Motion by Arthur Theis, seconded by Nancy Laurent to grant a 1977 cigarette license to Colotiai Drive In Theatre. Motion carried unanimously 10. ELM CREEK WATERSHED DISTRICT George Wyse presented a proposal of a legislative bill which would allow for a property tax levy of up to one mill, by municipalities, to cover administration expenses of the watershed district. Be asked that Medina recommend passage of the bill. Motion by Thomas Crosby, seconded by Arthur Theis to recommend passage of House File No. 1812 allowing for a one mill tax levy for watershed expenses. Motion carried unanimously George Wyse also discussed the aw ilability of a floodways map for Medina. Motion by Thomas Crosby, seconded by Arthur Theis to request a floodways map from the Elm Creek Conservation District. Motion carried unanimously 11. ARNOLD OSTLUND APPEAL Richard Schieffer explained the special assessment appeal of Mr. Ostlund and the settlement agreement. Mr. Ostlund agrees to allow the easement of the lift station and will combine cer- tain lots into one unit. Medina will maintain the lift station. Richard Schieffer advised settlement of the appeal to avoid litigation over tax forfeit lots not being assessed. Motion by Thomas Crosby, seconded by Arthur Theis to accept the attorneys recommendation re- garding settlement of the Ostlund appeal. Motion carried unanimously 12. DONALD MAYER INC. Mr. Mayer requested information regarding relocation of his bulk storage fuel tanks to Hwy. 55 and Co. Rd. 116. The property in question is zoned commercial and bulk storage tanks re- quire industrial zoning. He has contacted the State Fire Marshal and will be receiving recommendations from him. Richard Schieffer stated that the Planning Commission must hold a public hearing regarding rezoning. Clerk was advised to put on the Planning Comm- ission agenda for April 12, 1977. 13. FIRE DEPARTMENT BOUNDARIES Discussion of letter sent to fire departments regarding new boundaries in Medina. Discussion, also, as to whether or not the departments should be paid a portion of the contract price, at this time, or defer payment until Maple Plain signs the contract. Council agreed that the fire departments should be paid one half of the 1977 pro -rated fee, at this time. 14. HURST POWER RESCUE TOOL Police Chief Hoover presented request from the Maple Plain fire department for an amount of money to go toward the purchase of a Rescue tool to be used in rescuing victims pinned in wreckage. Motion by William Reiser, seconded by Thomas Crosby to give '200 to Maple Plain Fire Depart- ment toward purchase of Hurst Power Rescue Tool, on the condition that it be used in Medina when needed. Motion carried unanimously 15. KENNETH VOLKENANT, VO TECH CLASSES Motion by William Reiser, seconded by Arthur Theis to pay $10.00 tuition of Ken Volkenant to attend Vo Tech School for water management course. Motion carried unanimously 16. VO TECH SCHOOL PUBLIC HEARING Donna Roehl asked Council if they wished a tape recording, a Court Reporter or someone other than her to take the minutes of the Public Hearing scheduled for March 29, 1977. Council felt that she should take the minutes and anyone wishing to submit precise information into the record could do so in writing, after the meeting. Richard Schieffer advised Council not to take action immediately but to wait until the information presented at the hearing is compiled. 17. BILLS 113 Motion by Arthur Theis, seconded by Thomas Crosby to pay the bills; Payroll checks # 4434- 4442 in the amount of 32,647.36 and Order Check # 6600 in the amount of $15.00. Motion carried unanimously 18. PRO RATING SEWER BILLS Discussion of simplifying sewer billing procedures as presented in memo from City Clerk. Clerk was asked to compile totals of the four billings per year for a comparison of differences as to seasons. 19. LEAGUE OF CITIES INFORMATION Nancy Laurent stated that she would secure prices of informational material available from the League of Cities for Council members as she felt that all could benefit from the mater- ials. Motion by Arthur Theis, seconded by Thomas Crosby to adjourn. Motion carried unanimously Meeting ddjourned at 12:10 A.M. /cia7.2 Clerk Mayor