HomeMy Public PortalAbout05/07/91 CCMThe Council of the City of Medina met in regular session on Tuesday, May 7, 1991 at
7:30 P.M.
Present: Mayor, Gary Acromite; Councilmembers, Wilfred Scherer, Robert Mitchell, Philip
Zietlow; Clerk -Treasurer, Donna Roehl; Folice Chief, Richard Rabenort; Public
Works Director, Tames Dillman; Zoning Administrator, Loren Kohnen; Engineer,
Glenn Cook
Absent: CouncilmeMber, Ann Thies
1. ADDITIONAL AGENDA ITEMS
Moved by Zietlow, seconded by Scherer to discuss Hunter Farms Park.
Motion declared carried
2. MINUTES OF APRIL 16, 1991
Moved by Scherer, seconded by Acromite to approve minutes of April 16, 1991, as presented.
Motion declared carried
3. MINUTES OF APRIL 23, 1991
Moved by Scherer, seconded by Acromite to approve minutes of April 23, 1991, as presen
Motion declared carried
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4. MINNEGASCO
Kit Nissam and Gary Petricka of Minnegasco presented cost information for installing gas
lines along Co. Rd. 24 from Hickory Dr. to Mohawk Dr. near city hall. They explained that
a deposit of $28,749 would be required for the gas main with $6114 contributed by the city;
$15,090 by the residents and $7545 from the owners of SouthRidge Farm. They explained that
the cost for installing the line from the main to the house is $4.67 per foot, with no charge
for the first 50 feet. Also they listed costs to convert furnaces and other appliances.
They then met with individual property owners in an adjacent office to discuss specific
situations.
5. KATHY COOK
Kathy Cook presented a. petition from property owners adjacent to Co. Rd. 19, north of the
present 45mph sped zone on Co. Rd. 19, requesting that a study be done to determine if the
speed in that area could be reduced from 55 mph to 45mph.
Police Chief Rick Rabenort stated that foot traffic in the area had increased.
Kathy Cook stated that there will be more pedestrian traffic after the Maple St. hark is
completed.
Moved by Acromite, seconded by Zietlow to request that a speed study be done on Co. Rd. 19
from the existing 45mph zone, northerly, to Maple St.; for the possibility of reducing the
speed limit in that area to 45mph.
Motion declared carried
6. POLICE DEPARTMENT
Rolling Green Country Club
Rick Rabenort asked if council
sell beer on the golf course.
Robert Mitchell asked that regu
Philip Zietlow asked the chief
Moved by Mitchell, seconded by
other golf courses.
Motion declared carried
wished to consider allowing Rolling Green Country Club to
lations. enforced in other -cities be checked.
to check with Hennepin Parks.
Scherer to table the matter until staff does a review of
7. LANDFILL SI`1ING
Robert Mitchell explained that lobbiest Larry Redman is working to set up a meeting of city
council members with Senator Merriam to discuss what the state plans are for additional
landfill space when landfills are filled.
`.CONSENT AGENDA.
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8. PUBLIC WORKS DEPARMENT
* Wright -Hennepin Electric
Moved by Scherer, seconded by Zietlow to adopt Resolution 91-28, allowing Wright -Hennepin
Electric to install underground lines in South Ridge Farm.
Motion declared carried
Civil Defense Sirens, Public Hearing, 8:00 P.M.
Jim Dillman explained that the city had purchased three sirens from the City of Richfield
at a cost of $500 each and the purpose of this hearing was to inform residents of the
planned locations of the sirens.
Don Anderson of. Hennepin County Emergency Preparedness stated that the city had made an
exceptional purchase, as new sirens cost from $7000 to $12,000 and decoders cost $2700.
The sirens purchased for $500 have new decoders in them. He indicated on a map where
staff would like to place the sirens; one at the Medina Morningside well house; one at
either the Independence beach well house or on park property and one at Holy Name Lake
park:
Ellen Olson, principal of Holy Name school,asked if the siren could be located on church
property as the facility is in use most of the time, not just during church and school
hours and a siren on the property would definitely be heard.
Don Anderson stated that the sirens were for weather alerts and were activated from the
weather service to the county sheriffs radio.
Moved by Mitchell, seconded by Scherer to close the public hearing.
Motion declared carried
Public Hearing was closed at 8:15 p.M.
Moved by Mitchell, seconded by Scherer to authorize installation of three storm warning
sirens; one at the Medina Morningside well house; one on Holy Name Church property and
one in the Independence Beach area, _location to be determined by staff.
Motion declared carried
Cherry Hills Farm, 4th Addition, Street and Utility Improvements
Glenn Cook reported that fifteen bids had been received for street and utility improve-
ments at Cherry Hill Farm, 4th Addition, on April 30, 1991 at 10:00 A.M., with B and D
Underground the low bidder at $142,809.00. He stated that they had worked with the com-
pany on other projects and because they are a small company the work may not be completed
as quickly as if they were a larger firm, but they do satisfactory work.
Moved by Acromite, seconded by Scherer to adopt Resolution 91-29, awarding bid for Cherry
Hill Farm 4th Addition street and utility work, to B and D Underground at a cost of
$142,809.00.
Motion declared carried
Independence Beach Water Information
Philip Zietlow reported that water filter tests will be run at three problem houses and
that Minnesota Water Treatment Co. had agreed to do the testing at no cost to the city.
He stated that Culligan had been contacted but they wanted some of the costs of the
test to be paid by the city.
Gary Acromite asked how long the testing would continue.
Philip Zietlow stated that a report would be gotten in June.
Orlo Eisinger and Emil Jubert stated that Robert Hill Co. in St. Louis Park should be
contacted as they have a very good filter.
Philip Zietlow stated that after the testing he would not want to recommmd a specific
filter and that information received from the residents in the survey indicated that
they wanted to solve their own problems if the city would provide them with information.
Charlie Pangier, Conciliation Court Summons
Jim Dillman stated that he and Philip Zietlow would work on this matter with Ron Batty.
* Summer Youth Employment Program
Moved by Scherer, seconded by Zietlow to enter into agreement with Twin City Tree Trust
for administration of the Summer Youth Employment Program.
Motion declared carried
Data Base Map
Glenn Cook explained that Hennepin. County had base maps of eachcity on a computer disk
which Medina can purchase for about $150., but because Medina does not have a CAD system
Bonestroo would use the disk and prepare maps for city projects. He stated that Medina
must agree that the disk will be used only by t'-e-city and must_not be sold to anyone else.
Moved by Scherer, seconded by Zietlow to enter into an agreement with Hennepin County for
the purchase of an electronic map data base and to agree not to distriute the data base
disk to anyone except city consultants.
Motion declared carried
Elm Creek Interceptor
Gary Acromite asked that this item be discussed at time Comprehensive Plan is discussed.
9. PLANNING AND ZONING DEPARTMENT
Lance Beaulieu, Subdivision
Loren Kohnen explained that Lance Beaulieu had made application to subdivide 39.5 acres at
2662 Hamel Rd. into two parcels; a 23.33 acre parcel which is their homesite and a 15.59
acre parcel which they intend to sell. He stated that access to the front parcel "B" would
be obtained through a 60 ft. by 60 ft. outlot at Hamel Rd.; over the existing driveway.
Robert Mitchell asked that access for a future subdivision of the 15 acre parcel be discussed.
Attorney, Clarkson Lindley, stated that the purchaser of Parcel "B" should be made aware of
the necessity to obtain an easement from the owner of Parcel "A" should Parcel "B" ever by
subdivided.
Moved by Mitchell, seconded by Zietlow to authorize staff to prepare a resolution allowing
subdivision of the Lance Beaulieu property at 2662 Hamel Rd. according to Planning Commiss-
ion recommendations, recommendations from the city engineer regarding easements along Hamel
Rd. and access to Parcel "B" if ever subdivided.
Motion declared carried
Juergen Holzer, Conditional Use Permit
Loren Kohnen explained that Juergen Holzer had made application to construct an auto.body/
training facility on Pioneer Tr. south of Hwy. 55. He stated that the application also
included a motel facility on the upper floor with all of the facilities allowable under
city ordinance.
Philip Zietlow asked if a potential .sel tic problem will be created if the motel is allowed.
Loren Kohnen stated that if they maintain the number of students and employees at 15 the
septic system will be sufficient.
Robert Mitchell explained that the Metropolitan Council has criticized Medina for allowing
commercial businesses in an unsewered area.
Juergen Holzer stated that the motel facility would be excellant for his students who come
from out of state. He asked if offices could be constructed on the upper floor or if a
caretakers livin<vcuarters would be allowed.
Robert Mitchell stated that it is unusual to have living quarter above a business.
Philip Zietlow stated that there are living quarters above the stable across Pioneer tr.
Loren Kohnen explained that the site plans need to be revised to accomodate the realignment
of Pioneer Tr. and relocating the septic system site.
Moved by Mitchell, seconded by Zietlow to table the matter untilMay 21 and ask applicant
to revise the site plan to accomodate the realignment of Pioneer Tr. and to ask him to
reconsider his application for a motel on the upper level of the building.
Motion declared carried
Walter Diachuk, Conditional Use Permit
Loren Kohnen explained that Walter Diachuk had made application for a Conditional Use Permit
at the southwest corner of Co. Rd. 24 and Hunter dr. to accomodate a home occupation in a
new house that is to be built. He stated that normally home occupation applications are
not brought before the planning commission and council but because this facility is large,
covering three floors, plus an elevator, he had brought it before the city.
Robert Mitchell stated that those working in the office must be family members who live in
the house.
Mrs. Diachuck stated that only she and her husband would work in the office, other employees
are in Shoreview and that they have two teenage children living at home.
64 Jim Dillman stated that some additional information is needed regarding the driveway
entrance.
Moved by Mitchell, seconded by Zietlow to authorize preparation of a resolution granting
a home occupation Conditional Use Permit to Walter Diachuk according to Planning Commiss-
ion_ recommendations with no family members except those living in the house to be working
in the office, owners to work with staff to finalize entrance requirements, permit to
be issued to- the'Diachucks with a new owner needing to apply for a new permit.
Motion declared carried
Robert Pierce, Subdivision
Loren Kohnen explained that Robert Pierce had made application to subdivide approximately
21 acres west of Willow dr.; south of Medina Morningside, into 29 lots. He stated that
the applicant needs direction from the city as to how to proceed, should he approach the
cities of Long Lake and Orono regarding sewer to the property?
Robert Mitchell stated that the Metropolitan Council is negative to - e— iee extending
se;ae � a. Pv�k f's o v c6an- lse5rcleniiit1, e,i\C1 s 1on
Robert Pierce stated that the proposal is not out of character with Medina Morningside
housing and would act as a transition to the larger lots in Orono.
Philip Zietlow stated that the Metropolitan Council does not support sewer expansion in
that area.
Attorney, Richard Schieffer, stated that the owner of the. property, Fred Keller, had made
application to have a number of lots sewered in the 1970's, but Orono would not allow
vacant property to be sewered, merely the 80 lots in Medina Morningside. Then in the late
1980's he had made application for subdivision but he stated that he did not know how
far that application had gotten.
Donna Roehl explained that there had been applications for subdivision and for sewer in
the late 1970's but Orono would only agree to allow sewer to the existing Medina Morning -
side houses
Gary Acromite stated that the Metropolitan Council would look with disfavor on pockets
of sewer.
Richard Schieffer stated that the Metropolitan Waste Control Commission has said "give
us a problem and we'll solve it," Voile the Metropolitan Council draws a line regarding
development. He asked that council give favorable consideration to this request.
Fred Keller stated that there is a lift station on his property which anticipated sewer
expansion.
Gary Acromite asked if the city would want to change the zoning of the property.
Philip Zietlow stated that there now is large lot zoning and sewer could be requested
for 5 acre lots.
Robert Pierce stated that if sewer can be brought in for 5 acre lots it could just as
well serve one half acre lots.
Wilfred Scherer stated that the city should contact Long Lake and Orono before the
Metro Council.
Robert Pierce stated that he wanted direction from the city council.
Philip Zietlow stated that the direction is for 5 acre lots.
Moved by Mitchell, seconded by Zietlow t of rezoning the Keller
property to urban sewer C o_ i d e.Y14%a\ con o O Q o Se
Motion carried Voting No -Scherer rw rQ r e 5' a ,n. a +
Laurel Awes, Rezoning and Conditional Use Permit
Robert Mitchell stated that action on the Awes application needed to be preceded by
amending the RR-2 ordinance; then rezoning to RR-2 PUD and then approve the PUD conditions.
He stated that the drainage problem in the southeast corner will be corrected by putting
the pipe in at the correct elevation; the operation does not meet the cities ordinance
but the PUD would allow 28 horses; hardcover is 47% while ordinance requires 40%; the
apartment in the barn can be considered a residential unit and the water flow can be
metered because the drainfield is not sufficient to accomodate what is being allowed on
the property; portable toilets are to be used for special events.
Moved by Mitchell, seconded by Zietlow to adopt Or.d.inance::#.253 amending the RR-2 dis-
trict and to authorize staff to prepare a summary ordinance for publication.
Motion declared carried
Moved by Mitchell, seconded by Zietlow to authorize preparation of an ordinance to rezone
the Awes property at Hwy. 55 and Pioneer Tr. to RR-2 PUD.
Motion declared carried
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Moved by Mitchell, seconded by Zietlow to authorize preparation of a development agreement
for Laurel Awes to operate a horse facility at 4555 Pioneer Tr. according to Planning Comm-
ission minutes with the number of horses, percentage of hardcover, no separate house, septic
system to be monitored and staff to work with Richard Schieffer on the details.
Motion declared carried
Loren Kohnen thanked Robert Mitchell for attending the Planning Commission meeting to explain
what was needed to complete the application.
Tuckborough Farm, 3rd. Addition, Preliminary Subdivision
Moved by Acromite, seconded by Zietlow to adopt Resolution 91-29, granting preliminary sub-
division approval to Tuckborough Farm 3rd Addition.
Motion declared carried
North/South Road Easement Vacation
Moved by Mitchell, seconded by Acromite to hold a public hearing on June 4, J_991, at 8:00 p.m.
for the purpose of vacating the north/south easement in Tuckborough Farm 3rd Addition.
Motion declared carried
Comprehensive Plan Amendment
Gary Acromite presented a report he had prepared from the Planning Commission/City Council
committee meeting in response to a letter received from Barbara Senness of the Metropolitan
Council.
City Councilmembers reviewed the report, discussing the ultimate sewer area; residential
units; service to six existing commercial establishments experiencing septic problems; the
Elm Creek Interceptor and how it is to be sized and in what form the response to the Metro
Council should be.
Representatives of Loram, W.G. Anderson, Temroc and Lundgren Bros. comments on the amend-
ments.
Moved by Mitchell, seconded by Acromite to authorize Glenn Cook to prepare a letter of
response to Barbara Senness of the Metropolitan Council explaining that council will for-
ward a revised copy of the plan which addresses their concern; Gary Acromite and Robert
Mitchell to meet with John Bergley to secure maps and software of the June 19, 1990 plan
and Philip Zietlow to prepare a vision statement for the June 4th meeting.
Motion declared carried
Elm Creek Interceptor
Moved by Acromite to approve resolution regarding timing for planning and construction of
the Elm Creek Interceptor. Motion not seconded.
* 10. IMPREST FUND
Moved by Scherer, seconded by Zietlow to transfer $738.69 from General to Imprest Fund..
Motion declared carried
* 11. HAMEL FIRE DEPARTMENT
Moved by Scherer, seconded by Zietlow to tranfer $12,000 from the Hamel Fire department
Relief Ass'n. to the fire department Pension Fund.
Motion declared carried
12. TREE PLANTING PROJECT
Wilfred Scherer reported that funds were being collected.for the pioneer tree planting
project at city hall. Orlo Eisinger has teen doing a great deal of the organizing and
no city funds will be spent.
13. HUNTER FARMS PARK
Philip Zietlow stated that a resident of Hunter Farms would like another survey of the area
taken and if favorable he would also dedicate 5 feet for an easement.
1.4. PAYMENT OF BILLS
Moved by Mitchell, seconded by Zietlow to pay the bills; Order Checks # 9605-9675
in the amount of $85,206.88 and Payroll Checks # 12131-12165 in the amount of $25,018.71;
and payroll checks $8933-8934 in the amount of $150.00.
Motion declared carried
Moved by Scherer, seconded by Mitchell to adjourn.
Motion declared carried
Meeting adjourned at 11:30 P.M.
Clerk -Treasurer
May 7, 1991
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PAYROLL CHECKS - MAY 7, 1991
12131 Wayne Wallace $ 778.65
12132 Jill McRae 946.74
12133 Richard Rabenort 1,258.77
12134 Michael Rouillard 935.88
12135 Scott Stillman 696.55
12136 James Dillman 1,005.51
12137 Robert Dressel 968.84
12138 Cecilia Vieau 324.67
12139 Laura Monroe 616.37
12140 Sandra Larson 514.20
12141 Benedict Young 905.04
12142 Danna Mugalla 330.04
12143 Gary Acromite 221.74
12144 Ann Thies 147.82
12145 Robert Mitchell 150.00
12146 Philip Zietlow 150.00
12147 Wilfred Scherer 150.00
12148 Wayne Wallace 783.93
12149 Jill McRae 874.16
12150 Richard Rabenort 1,099.50
12151 Michael Rouillard 837.28
12152 Scott Stillman 632.77
12153 James Dillman 955.19
12154 Robert Dressel 466.39
12155 Cecilia Vieau 152.70
12156 Donna Roehl 1,096.43
12157 Laura Monroe 284.46
12158 Sandra Larson 253.54
12159 Shannon Formisano 188.66
12160 Benedict Young 440.36
12161 Danna Mugalla 142.99
12162 Farmers State Bank (Fed.) 2,974.95
12163 Commissioner of Revenue 1,197.43
12164 P.E.R.A. 1,502.83
12165 Farmers State Bank (S.S.) 1,034.32
$25,018.71
8933 Jeremy Marr 130.00
8931 Jeff Parrish 20.00
$150.00
ORDER CHECKS - MAY 7, 1991
9592 Marjorie Vigoren 540.00
9593 MPCA OE , d-- 0.00
9594 Delta Dental 496.50
9595 Physician's Health Plan 2,913.00
9596 Farmers State Bank of Hamel 1,028.88
9597 Postmaster 329.00
9598 Donna Roehl 83.13
9599 Budget Printing 890.69
9600 U.S.West Cellular 224.11
9601 Copy Duplicating Products, Inc. 136.58
9602 Greater N.W. Office of R.E. Assess. 1,728.00
9603 Fortin Hardware 301.351,10 -
9604 U.S. West Communications 273.45
ORDER CHECKS - MAY 7, 1991 (CONT'D)
9605 A T & T 48.50
9606 Wright/Hennepin Electric 1,010.99
9607 Medcenters Health 120.00
9608 Marjorie Vigoren 940.48
9609 Henn. Co. Gen. Acct. Div. 3,228.00
9610 Metro West Inspection Services 8,318.97
9611 Metro Waste Control 6,080.00
9612 Minn Comm 34.11
9613 Genuine Parts 207.03
9614 Reynolds Welding 152.83
9615 NSP 351.52
9616 Viking Safety Prod. 74.52
9617 City of Orono 49.60
9618 P.E.R.A. 2,030.02
9619 Warning Lites 40.00
9620 Crow River News 18.00
9621 Hamel Building Center 770.24
9622 Bonestroo, Rosene, Anderlik 4,426.34
9623 Commercial Life 42.70
9624 St. Paul Stamp Works 31.45
9625 Bureau of Criminal Appre. 240.00
9626 Terminal Man 276.20
9627 NSP 117.53
9628 Int'1 Assn. of Chiefs of Police 135.00
9629 Allied Business Products 125.00
9630 Sheriff's Dept., Co. of Henn. 255.15
9631 Dept. of Adm., Bldg. Code Stds. 1,794.01
9632 Bryan Rock Products 2,745.64
9633 Midwest Asphalt 105.15
9634 Uniforms Unlimited 406.68
9635 Blitz Photo 7.56
9636 Hamel Fire Dept. 12,000.00
9637 Earl F. Anderson & Assoc. 2,196.38
9638 Perry's Truck Repair 29.15
9639 Randy's Sanitation 260.23
9640 Lake Business Supply 138.30
9641 Goodyear Auto Service 243.68
9642 Henn. Co. Publ. Recs., Elect. Section 12.00
9643 Police Dept. 84.77
9644 Wenck Assoc. 1,064.05
9645 Chapin Publishing 146.00
9646 League of Minn. Cities 16.50
9647 MAB Enterprises, Inc. 483.41
9648 Minn. Sub. NAACP 25.00
9649 Chippewa Top Soil 660.00
9650 MN. Dept. of Jobs & Training 73.63
9651 State Bank of Long Lake 14.85
9652 Scherer Meats 72.50
9653 N.W. League of Municipalities 521.37
9654 Harris Office Eq. 14.85
9655 Holy Name School 150.00
9656 Kar Products 211.35
9657 Culligan 49.20
9658 Allstar Electric 171.51
9659 AWWA Customer Services 31.00
9660 Holmes & Graven 15,392.09
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ORDER CHECKS - MAY 7, 1991 (CONT'D)
9661 A T & T 15.55
9662 West Hennepin Auto 574.43
9663 West Henn. Recycling COIO. 200.70
9664 Glenwood -Inglewood 10.10
9665 Biff's Inc. 142.50
9666 Midland Nursery 725.00
9667 Polka Dot Recycling 1,516.32
9668 Barbarossa & Sons 440.00
9669 Westside Wholesale 10.00
9670 A T & T Credit Corp. 121.42
9671 Imprest Fund 738.69
9672 Copy Sales, Inc. 59.95
9673 Jill McRae 49.99
9674 Gopher State One Call 195.00
9675 Metro Waste Control. 3,217.50
$85,206.88