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HomeMy Public PortalAbout04/15/86 CCM47 PAYROLL CHECKS - APRIL 15, 1986 9154 Robert Anderson $ 977.29 9155 Jill Hodapp 808.36 9156 Mark Moran 930.26 9157 Michael Rouillard 969.04 9158 Michael Sankey 1,226.41 9159 James Dillman 945.96 9160 Robert Dressel 776.67 9161 Francis Pumarlo 631.64 9162 Karen Dahlberg 457.76 9163 JoEllen Hurr 859.48 9164 Donna Roehl 847.53 9165 Laura Skarda 519.65 9166 Sandra Larson 225.43 9167 Janice Petersen 50.57 9168 Law Enforcement Labor Services 37.00 9169 Prudential 17.25 9170 Farmers State Bank of Hamel 1,666.21 9171 Commissioner of Revenue 771.38 9172 P.E.R.A. 828.82 9173 Social Security Retirement Div. 523.24 $14,069.95 ORDER CHECKS - APRIL 15, 1986 4746 Dahlgren, Shardlow & Assoc. 1,800.00 4747 A T & T 6.34 4748 Commissioner of REvenue 331.02 4749 Minnesota Assn. of Women Police 65.00 4750 P.E.R.A. 1,115.16 4751 Social Security Retirement Div. 523.2 The Council of the City of Medina met in regular session on Tuesday, April 15, 1986 4[8 at 7:30 P.M. Present: Mayor, Thomas Anderson; Councilmembers, Robert Mitchell, Anne Heideman, William Reiser, Wilfred Scherer; Clerk -Treasurer, Donna Roehl; Planning and Zoning Administrator, JoEllen Hurr; Police Chief, Michael Sankey; Engineer, Glenn Cook; Attorney, Richard Schieffer 1. ADDITIONAL AGENDA ITEMS Moved by Heideman, seconded by Mitchell to discuss the following additional items: Woodlake Landfill, update Mohawk Dr./Medina Rd., alignment Hwy. 55, traffic detours during construction West Hennepin Human Services, report Historic Preservation Commission, selection of a Chairman Motion declared carried 2. MINUTES OF APRIL 1, 1986, BOARD OF REVIEW MEETING Moved by Heideman, seconded by Mitchell to approve minutes of Board of Review Meeting of April 1, 1986, as presented. Motion declared carried 3. MINUTES OF APRIL 1, 1986 Moved by Heideman, seconded by Scherer to approve minutes of April 1, 1986, as presented. Motion declared carried 4. POLICE DEPARTMENT Dorothy Martin, Liquor License Application Michael Sankey reported that he had investigated the applicant, Dorothy Martin, and recommended that an Off -Sale Liquor license be granted to her for Westbound Liquors. He also asked that Council consider charging a feee for such investigations, as is done in some other cities. Donna Roehl asked if Council wished to pro -rate the yearly fee for the two months re- maining in the 1985-86 licensing period. Moved by Scherer, seconded by Reiser to approve the license of Dorothy Martin, for Westbound Liquors, at a prorated fee of $17.00 for the remainder of the 1985-86 license period and that the applicant must apply for a Conditional Use Permit through the Plann- ing Commission and City Council before the renewal for 1986-87. Motion declared carried Hamel Athletic Club, Gambling License Thomas Anderson reported that the Hamel Athletic Club had withdrawn its request to be heard by City Council. Inoperable Vehicles Richard Schieffer recommended that the prepared ordinance regarding inoperable and un- licensed vehicles be adopted. Moved by Mitchell, seconded by Heideman to adopt Ordinance # 229, regarding removal of Pulbic Nuisances. Motion declared carried 5. PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT Tamarack Dr., Flooding Glenn Cook presented a sketch of the Tamarack Dr. ditich and explained what needed to be done to correct the flooding problem on Tamarack Dr. He reported that he had spoken with Tom Reiser, Mrs. Klise and Mrs. Schneider, who have property that would be affected by the ditching. Council discussed the cost and the need for culverts near the Merz property and under Deer Hill Rd. Glenn Cook stated that the work should last for ten years if not dug to deep and the cost would be approximately $10,000. Moved by Scherer, seconded by Heideman to proceed with the ditching project for Tamarack Dr. at a cost of not to exceed, $10,000, with the replacement of culverts at Deer Hill Rd. and also near the Alfred Merz property. Motion declared carried Minnegasco Moved by Scherer, seconded by Heideman to adopt Resolution 86-29. allowing Minnegasco to bury gas lines at. Pinto Dr. and Tower Dr. Motion declared carried 49 Wright -Hennepin Electric Moved by Scherer, seconded by Heideman to adopt Resolution 86-30, allowing Wright -Hennepin Electric to bury lines on private road serving the Medina Creekside subdivision, provided that they tunnel under Willow Dr. Motion declared carried Mohawk Dr./Medina Rd. Glenn Cook presented a plan to upgrade the intersection of Medina Rd. and Mohawk Dr. to accomodate the road that is planned for the Tom Ogland subdivision. He explained that Oglands would do the grading, if the city would do the graveling, which would cost about $15,000. He stated that the area of alignment is owned by several different people and would need to be obtained from them. He stated that the grading would cost approximately $5000. JoEllen Hurr stated that she would like to know if Council was interested in participating in the project before they proceed further with the plans. William Reiser stated that the City had a lot of problem roads that needed to be taken care of before spending money on this project. Moved by Heideman, seconded by Scherer to table the matter until the Planning Commission has submitted its recommendations on the subdivision. Motion declared carried 6. PLANNING AND ZONING DEPARTMENT Leonard Greene, Conditional Use Permit for Kennel JoEllen Hurr reviewed memo and Planning Commission recommendations regarding the application of Leonard and Carole Greene to construct a house and adjoining kennel at 2800 Hunter Dr. She stated that the house would be located 150 ft. from property lines and Council discussed the list of Planning Commission recommendations. Leonard Greene read a memo explaining their plans and addressing the concerns of the Plann- ing Commission. He asked that that not be limited to the breed of dog nor the sex of dogs. Thomas Anderson stated that the Council needs to consider subsequent owners of the property. JoEllen Hurr stated that unless a new owner kept Schnauzer's they would need to apply to the City for a Conditional Use Permit. Phil Zietlow, Planning Commission member, stated that they had addressed the number of dogs of either sex because there might be a problem is the numbers were not specified. Anne Heideman stated that the Nelson permit did not specify the breed and allowed 8 female and 7 male dogs. Maxwell , Orono resident explained that he has a kennel license in Orono for 20 years, with no complaints; they do not limit the number of dogs and that the dogs are raised for show, not profit. Phil Zietlow stated that the Nelsons do not have close neighbors, who might be bothered by noise, that is why the breed of dog was specified in the Greene conditions. Moved by Mitchell, seconded by Reiser to authorize preparation of a resolution approving the Leonard and Carole Greene Conditional Use Permit to operate a kennel at 2800 Hunter Dr. with Planning Commission recommendations except that 15 dogs of either sex will be allowed. Motion declared carried Dr. Greene asked if they would need to come to Council every time that they wished to keep a different breed of dog on the premises. JoEllen Hurr stated that she could handle that request on an administrative basis. Jim Lutz, Lutz Elm Creek Addition JoEllen Hurr reviewed conditions to be included in the development contract for Lutz Elm Creek Addition. She stated that the Park Dedication fee would be $6800; security to be posted for street, sewer and water construction, would be $391,335.15; Red Fox Dr. would be changed to Elm Creek Dr. She also stated that Mr. Lutz had asked if the security amount could be reduced as work progresses; that the city agree to plow the snow prior to accept- ance of the streets and that the number of building permits that would be issued would not 'at)be limited to a specific number. Jim Lutz presented a schedule for beginning and progression of site work. Thomas Anderson asked if a Letter of Credit amount could be reduced. Glenn Cook stated that $130,000 should be retained until final approval was given to the streets and sewer and water project. Richard Schieffer explained that the city did not have to plow the snow before the project is given final approval. Robert Mitchell stated that he would want Jim Lutz to sign a hold harmless agreement if the city were asked to plow the snow. Mr. Lutz asked if he could begin construction of houses off of Red Fox Dr., adjacent to the Klein property. Robert Mitchell asked that information be given to the Engineer and Attorney before the May meeting. Moved by Mitchell, seconded by Reiser to authorize preparation of a Development Contract for the Lutz Creekside Addition including payment of a Park Dedication Fee in the amount of $6800; Financial guarantee for sewer, water and street construction in the amount of $391,335.15; snow plowing of streets to be done by the city after receipt of release signed by Jim Lutz; Council to approve issuance of building permits after sewer/water and base street constuction is complete, inspected and approved by the engineer; No limit on the number of building permits that will be issued prior to final approval of utility and street construction; No occupancy of homes until base blacktop is installed, inspected and approved by the city; Letter of credit amount to be reduced after inspection by the enginner and released by Council with $130,000 to be retained as a guarantee. Motion declared carried Larry Thomas, Big Woods Saloon JoEllen Hurr reviewed resolution approving the construction of a Volley Ball court at the Big Woods Saloon. She reported that the Council had approved the project in 1985 but had directed that the building be painted and the parking lot repaired, which was now complete. Larry Thomas explained that he would like to install lighting in the area. Anne Heideman stated that he should bring a lighting plan to the May 6th meeting. Moved by Heideman, seconded by Scherer to table action on the Thomas resolution until lighting plans have been received. Larry Thomas stated that he would like to begin site work as soon as possible and asked for action on the resolution without the lighting, explainning that he would submit plans later. JoEllen Hurr stated that there would need to be an amendment to the resolution for out- door lighting. Moved by Scherer, seconded by Heideman to remove the Thomas resolution from the table. Motion declared carried Moved by Heideman, seconded by Mitchell to adopt Resolution 86-31, granting Larry Thomas a Conditional Use Permit to operate a Volleyball area at the Big Woods Saloon, 4445 Hwy. 55, without outdoor lighting. Motion declared carried Holy Name Church, Conditional Use Permit JoEllen Hurr reviewed the application of Holy Name Church to construct a new chapel at 155 Co. Rd. 24. She stated that the Planning Commission had reviewed the application and attached a number of conditions to their recommendation of approval. Doug Cooley explaiend plans for the new building to seat 1000 people, with parking ex- panded from 235 to 430 spaces. He stated that the existing convent and rectory would be removed and a new rectory would be constructed. he explained plans for the existing church, with two meeting rooms and a chapel, seating 75 people. He stated that bids were to be taken on April 22nd and they would review the bids in connection with the amount they intended to spend on the project. Wilfred Scherer asked if the existing church could be connected to the new church at the point where the existing door to the church is now located. Anne Heideman asked if permits had been obtained from Plymouth. Doug Cooley stated that he had spoken with Fred Moore of Plymouth and the necessary permits would be obtained when construction is approved. Thomas Anderson asked for information on the drainage and pond on the site. Mr. Cooley explained that a representative of the Minnehaha Creek Watershed Commission had said that it was not necessary to retain the pond but that Medina's engineer wanted the pond left on the site. He said that they were concerned about aesthetics and safety. He explained plans for control of water runoff into Holy Name Lake by construction of a weir. He explained plans for traffic to and from the site in an attempt to delay con- struction of another traffic lane on Brockton Lane. Donna Roehl asked if the connection between the old and new building could be done with glass or wood, rather than brick. Robert Mitchell asked how fencing and would be accomplished to the north parking lot. JoEllen Hurr explained that the fence would be similar to that of Northridge Farms, with a gate and that the area could be used for parking for special events, not to exceed four times a year. Father Arnold Weber stated that he would like to be given the discretion of deciding when the area would be used for parking. JoEllen Hurr stated that they had specified four times per year as they did not want it used on a routine basis. Anne Heideman stated that they could request additional usage if they JoEllen Hurr explained that they would like to modify the landscaping near the Northridge property. Cliff Otten of Otten Brothers Nursery, stated that they would need to very soon. Thomas Anderson asked when the Heritage Preservation Committee would meet. JoEllen Hurr stated that a Public Hearing had been scheduled for may 6th. Moved by Scherer, seconded by Heideman to table action on the Holy Name Conditional Use Permit application until May 6, 1986. Motion declared carried had used the quota. by planting trees transplant trees Heritage Preservation Moved by Heideman, seconded by scherer to hold a Heritage Preservation Public Hearing on May 6, 1986, at 8:00 P.M. and to appoint Thomas Crosby as Chairman of the Committee. Motion declared carried Woodlake Landfill JoEllen Hurr stated that the bill for services that had been submitted to Woodlake in December, had not bee paid. Highway 55 Traffic Detours JoEllen Hurr presented MnDot plans for detours during the week that Hwy. 55 is closed for construction east and west of Co. Rd. 116. 7. HENNEPIN COUNTY LIBRARY Moved by Mitchell, seconded by reiser to increase 1987 Library rent to $300 per month. Motion declared carried 8. FAIR LABOR STANDARDS ACT Donna Roehl explained that she had discussed compliance with the Fair Labor Standards Act, with Attorney, Dayle Nolan, and other than making some corrections in the Personnel Policy Council would not need to take any action unless in the Police Chiefs situation where the work time for administration versus patrol time must be at least 50/50. Michael Sankey stated that his job description would need to be changed. Moved by Mitchell, seconded by Scherer to change the job description for the Chief of Police to a 50/50 time split for administration and patroling, subject to further review. Motion declared carried 51t Donna Roehl stated that she present the suggestions of Dayle Nolan at the May 6th meeting. 9. WEST HENNEPIN HUMAN SERVICES Robert Mitchell reported that he had attend a West Hennepin Human Services meeting and discussed various programs with personnel. He stated that Medina's representative, Kathy Andrews, was active on the committee, and that programs would need to be moved from the suburbs toward Minneapolis, as funding decreases. 52 10. BILLS Moved by Reiser, seconded by Scherer to pay the bills: Order Checks # 4747-4751 in the amount of $2040.76 and Payroll Checks # 9154-9173 in the amount of $14,069.95. Motion declared carried 11. PCA WASTEWATER TREATMENT FEES Moved by Heideman, seconded by Scherer to ask the City Clerk to inform the League of Cities of costs for services in connection with wastewater treatment, that will be charged by the PCA. Moved by Scherer, seconded by Mitchell to adjourn. Motion declared carried Meeting adjourned at 10:05 P.M. 94,-14-1,1411 Donna Roehl, Clerk Treasurer ayor