HomeMy Public PortalAbout05/20/75 Board of Appeals & Regular CCMThe Council of the City of Medina met as a Board of Review on May 20, 1975 at 7:40 P.M. 1 0 9
Members present: Mayor -Wayne Neddermeyer; Councilmen -Thomas Stevens, Arthur Theis,
Donald DesLauriers, Robert Franklin; Clerk -Donna Roehl; Assessor -Willis
Kohnen; Attorney -Richard Schieffer; Henn. Co. Assessor -Ray Johnson.
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Virgil Eisinger inquired about not having received his tax statement. Mr. Johnson informed
him that because there had been a land division it would be some time in coming and he would
have 30 days in which to pay taxes after receiving statement.
Paul Ditterstated that valuation on his 8 acre land -locked property had increased from $9000
to $14,180. Feels that taxes are to high and asks for reviewal. Willis Kohnen stated that a
valuation of $1750 per acre has been put on such land, keeping in lime with other villages.
Howard Glaefke Plat 60015, Parcel 6030. Has 13.76 acres and is being taxed almost equal to
market value. Asks to be taxed on real value as neighbors are.
Lloyd Borg has 20 acres which is zoned industrial but is used for agricultural and boarding
of several horses. Asks that property be kept agricultural and not rated commercial
H. (Biff) Jones on behalf of Leon Warner Plat 60024, Parcel 4100; Plat 60025, Parcel 6610;
Plat 60025, Parcel 8000; Plat 60026, Parcel 6240. Questioned valuation of acreage under plow
and wishes a re-evaluation as there may be an error.
Vern Olson asked for an assessor to visit his property because he felt that one had never
been there.
Jim Victorson market value on his property up 15% on his property and wanted to know if
others in the area have gone up accordingly.
Fred Keller has 5 acres, home market value is $62,000. Wants consideration
Val Higgins states that there seems to be a lack of uniformity in assessing property. His
valuation to high in comparison to his neighbors.
Motion by Robert Franklin, seconded by Thomas Stevens to ask that assessor consider requests
of Ditter, Glaefke, Borg, Olson, Keller, Warner, Higgins and report to the June 3rd council
meeting.
Motion carried unanimously
Motion by Donald DesLauriers, seconded by Arthur Theis to recess the tax equalization meeting
until June 3rd.
Motion carried unanimously
The Council then met in regular session at 9: 25 P.M.
Motion by Arthur Theis,seconded by Robert Franklin to accept minutes of May 6, 1975 meeting
as presented.
Motion carried unanimously
Arthur Theis reported that he had discussed the basketball court project at Medina Morningside
with Mr. Eastman but had not talked to Leo Leuer who had said the work would have to be done
later in the summer.
Also he reported on the Suburban Nursing Service meeting he had attended.
1. INDEPENDENCE BEACH SEWER AND WATER PROJECT
Mr. McCombs presented itemized bids that had bben received on project noting that the low
bid was $695,934 from G and L Contracting. He also presented his memo regarding numerous
phases of the project which were discussed by council in detail.
It was also noted that Hennepin Co. Park would be acting on easement approval on May 22nd but
would not recommend approval if lift station is not moved so a3 not to destroy recently
installed curbs. Changing location would cost about 06000 more.
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Bob Ehlers Jr., financial consultant, presented memo stating that bonds in the amount
of $1,025,000 should be sold to cover this and the Hamel project of 1974. This amount
would be less after the amount Henn.Co. Park would be paying toward the project is determined.
He explained long and short term bonds and discussion of graduated and level payment of
assessments by property owners.
Motion by Robert Franklin, seconded by Thomas Stevens to hold bond sale on June 17, 1975
at 8:00 P.M., on Water and Sewer bonds not to exceed $1,025,000 with alternated of 20
year long term and 3 year short term bonds.
Motion carried. Wayne Neddermeyer voting No.
Motion by Robert Franklin, seconded by Artudr.Theis to amend previous motion by addition
of "level special assessment payments, phut` 'interest." C!orreJed 6/s/75'
Voting Yes -Arthur Theis, Robert Franklin; No -Thomas Stevens, Wayne Neddermeyer, Donald
DesLauriers. Motion defeated
Donald DesLauriers asked for an explanation of Resolution,
Richard Schieffer went through resolution regarding awarding of bids, bonding and method of
payment.
Motion by Robert Franklin, seconded by Arthur Theis to set graduated scale assessment payments.
Motion carried. Wayne Neddermeyer voting No.
Motion by Robert Franklin, seconded by Donald DesLauriers to determine with Hennepin Co. Park
Board the total amount to be paid by them toward the project at their meeting May 22nd.
Motion carried. Wayne Neddermeyer abstaining.
Motion by Thomas Stevens, seconded by Robert Franklin to adopt Resolution 75-25 regarding
awarding of Independence Beach Sewer and Water Project bid to G and L Contracting.
Motion carried Wayne Neddermeyer voting No.
2. ENGINEERING AND FINANCIAL CONSULTANT CONTRACTS
Mr. McCombs stated they would make corrections in contract as requested: Enginner to inspect
project once every 3 working days. He stated that an inspector costs about $10.00 per
hour and could be hired by the city and work under the direction of the engineer.
Financial Consultant, Mr. Ehlers stated that we owe them nothing under part 1 of Two
Part contract, everything would be included in second part.
3. BOND RATING
Mr. Ehlers suggested that Medina secure a bond rating and if favorable rating cannot be
obtained there would be no charge. Cost for such rating is $650.00.
Motion by Robert Franklin, seconded by Donald DesLauriers to have Ehlers Associates send
in for a bond rating for Medina.
Motion carried unanimously
4. FRED KELLER
Mr. Keller discussed with council trees that had been destroyed by mowing and snowplowing
as he had indicated in his letter dated January 23, 1975. Estimated bill from Otten Bros.
was also discussed. Attorney advised matter be referred to insurance carrier.
Donald DesLauriers stated that he would check the trees and discuss with Leo Lauer' before
referring to insurance company.
5. ANNE DORWEIT,ER
WOODLAKE SANITARY LANDFILL
Reviewed in sequence the work that had been done regarding application of Woodlake for a
Special Use permit to expand facilities. In February Woodlake presented 3 maps showing
expansion plans and was referred to Planning Commission. They felt that land should be
rezoned but attorney said application would need a special use Hermit. On March 11 Mr.
Kager explained to Planning Comm. and asked for applications. He was asked for clarificati
of raods, screening, etc. March 29 a letter of clarification from Kager regarding roads,
litter control and Tomahawk Trail. Prior to May 13th meeting Anne Dorweiler prepared a
memo and discussed at Planning Comm. meeting and motion as included in Planning Comm.
minutes was made.
Council discussed ownership of Boyer rd., leaching to Lake Independence and land use
after all areas have been filled, also haul route.
Attorney stated tat procedured for obtaining permits are quite detailed and state agencies
will not act until municipalities take some form of action. He recommended that preliminary
approval be given so agencies know that project can go forward. After state agencies act
the Special Use Permit can be issued and final points may be specified.
Motion by Robert Franklin, seconded by Donald DesLauriers that the Medina city council give
preliminary approval to the application of Woodlake Sanitary Landfill Inc. for expansion
of landfill operation subject to terms and conditions required by Special Use and Land Alt-
eration permits to be granted by the city; Be it Further Resolved that the City council
forward to EQC the Environmental Assessment prepared for the city with the suggestion that
other affectad agencies consider in detail the ramifications of leaching from the site.
Motion carried unanimously
MANNIX OR LORAM
Anne Dorweiler presented ne landscaping plans and explained chages the company would lice to
make.
Motion by Thomas Stevens, seconded by Donald DesLauriers that Council approve plan changes
of LoRam and Zoning Adm. discuss tree varieties and locations with them. Also that bond
being held by the city be amended to cover this site plan.
Moti n carried unanimously
6. BILLS
Motion by Thomas Stevens, seconded by Arthur Theis to pay bills, payroll in the amount of
$1835.95. Motion carried unanimously
7. PARKING PROBLEMS
Discussion of parking problems at various businesses and the fact that our zoning regulations
are strong enough to enable us to enforce. Also Chief of Police was instructed to have
people responsible for painting the yellow curb in Hamel remove paint as soon as possible.
Motion by Robert Franklin, seconded by Thomas Stevens to instruct Leo Leuer to properly
block off road leading to WCCO property as previously discussed.
Motion carried.
Motion by Robert Franklin, seconded by Thomas Stevens to instruct clerk to write letter to
Soo Line Railroad requesting their repairing the tracks at the Sioux Dr. crossing in Hamel.
Motion carried unanimously
8. LICENSES
Motion by Robert Franklin, seconded by Donald DesLauriers to grant an On -Sale Intoxicating
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 an Off -Sale Intoxicating
Liquor license to Robert Berthiaume of Bob's "55" Club Inc.
Motion carried unanimously
Motion by Donald DesLauriers, seconded by Thomas Stevens to grant an On -Sale Non -Intoxicating
Malt Liquor license to Robert M. Berthiaume of Bob's "55" Club Inc.
Moti'm carried unanimously
Council tabled the Sunday Liqupr application of Mr. Berthiaume until June 3, 1975.
Motion by Robert Franklin, seconded by Arthur Theis to grant a Private Club license to
Rolling Green Country Club.
Motion carried unanimously
Motion by Arthur Theis, seconded by Thomas Stevens to grant a Sunday Liquor license to
Rolling Green Country Club.
Motion carried unanimously
Motion by Donald DesLauriers , seconded by Thomas Stevens to grant an On -Sale Non -Intoxicating
Malt Liquor license to Roger Nygaard and the Animal Humane Society for $10.00 for June 20,
21 and 22.
Motion carried unanimously
9. INSURANCE BIDS
Discussion of specifications as prepared for the League of Municipalities and the need
for a 5% bid bond or $250.00 whichever is greater.
Motion by Robert Franklin, seconded by Thomas Stevens to advertize for bids on
municipal insurance, bids to be taken at 7:45 P.M. on June 17, 1975. Specifications
to be completed by June 3rd.
Motion carried unanimously
10. VANDALISM REWARD
Information by Clerk that the Northwest Suburban Chamber of Commerce was posting a
$100 reward for information leading to conviction of vandal or vandals doing damage
to Police Officers Auto in Hamel. Also 25.00 has been received anonimously for
future reward to vand,lism to property of a city employee or injury to an employee.
Motion by Donald DesLauriers, sedonded by Arthur Theis to accept reward.
Motion carried unanimously
11. MORATORIUM ORDINANCE
Motion by Donald DesLauriers, seconded by Robert Franklin to adopt Ordinance No. 153
and to have same published.
Motion carried unanimously
Motion by Arthur Theis, sedonded by Thomas Stevens to adjourn.
Meeting adjourned at 1:55 A.M.
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