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HomeMy Public PortalAbout07/20/82 CCM83 PAYROLL CHECKS - JULY 20, 1982 6745 Robert Anderson 578.26 6746 Michael Rouillard 723.28 6747 ,Tames Dillman 593.82 6748 Robert Dressel 573.33 6749 Director of Internal Revenue 509.80 6750 Commissioner of Taxation 248.00 6751 Pera 217.14 6752 Social Security -Retirement Division 112.87 3,556.50 ORDER CHECKS - JULY 20, 1982 1381 Wright -Hennepin Electric 1,500.00 1382 Francis Pumarlo 348.00 1383 Pera 317.29 1384 Social Security -Retirement Division 112.87 2,278.16 The Council of the City of Medina met in regular session on Tuesday, July 20, 1982, at 7:35 P.M. Present: Mayor, Thomas Anderson; Councilmembers, Wilfred Scherer, Thomas Crosby, William Reiser, Sarah Lutz; Clerk -Treasurer, Donna Roehl; Planning and Zoning Administ- rator JoEllen Hurr; Public Works Director, James Dillman; Engineers, Glen Cook Paul Pearson; Attorney, Richard Schaeffer 1. Additional Agenda Items Council agreed to discuss the following additional items: Woodlake WCCO 2. MINUTES OF JULY 6, 1982 Motion by Reiser, seconded by Scherer to approve minutes of July 6, 1982, as presented. Motion declared carried Minutes of July 7, 1982 Motion by Scherer, seconded by Reiser to approve minutes of July 7, 1982, as presented. Motion declared carried 3. POLICE DEPARTMENT Police Chief Contract Richard Schaeffer reviewed prepared contract and discussed various sections that Council agreed needed revising. He stated that after revisions were made he would have Mr. Sankey sign and forward to Mayor Anderson, for signature. 4. PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT Medina Morningside Water System Paul Pearson explained that the additional work performed by Nodland's had been necessary to the water system and he recommended payment of $3518.25. Motion by Reiser, seconded by Scherer to pay Nodland and Associates $3518.25 for additional work to the Medina Morningside water system and to borrow the amount from the Park Fund. Motion declared carried Septic Tanks Paul Pearson explained that Fred Keller had agreed that Medina Morningside residents could use 500-600 cubic yards of dirt that had been stockpiled on his property, to fill septic tanks, as residents connect their properties to the sanitary sewer. He stated that Mr. Keller has requested that the site be maintained in a safe condition on a daily basis. Sarah Lutz asked if there should be a time limit for use of the dirt. JoEllen Hurr stated that the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District does not want the area to remain open any longer than necessary. Paul Pearson explained that the area to be exposed would be approximately 50 ft. x 50 ft.; he also stated that he did not think an agreement with Mr. Keller would be necessary and that the area could be inspected by the cities inspector as he did the connection inspect- ions. Unsigned Change Order Paul Pearson updated the Council on progress being made on the Medina Morningside sewer construction with a request from Nodland for an extension on the contract to October 1, 1982, because of wet weather. He reported that he has recommended that Bobolink Dr. and Elsinore Circle not be blacktopped until 1983 and that Nodland's have asked for a 5% re- duction in the retainage amount and an additional $3840 if the surfacing is delayed until 1983; the dollar amount requested because of expected increases in labor and material in 1983. Thomas Anderson asked if the contractor would not recognize the fact of the decrease in retainage when asking for an additional amount of money to delay the surfacing of Bobolink and Elsinore. Discussion of letter outlining request for additional funds in the amount of $24,000 through the grant from PCA. Paul rearson stated that they had verbally approved the request. Thomas Crosby suggested adding a memo outlining the reasons for the additional funds. Motion by Lutz, seconded by Crosby to approve sending the unsigned Change Order # 7 and the letter of explanation with suggested additions. Motion declared carried 85- Discussion of dust control that could be used until Bobolink and Elsinore are blacktopped. Paul Pearson stated that Jim Dillman had suggested a coating of drain oil which would cost about $800. 5. 1981 AUDIT Mark Babcock answered questions regarding the audit: Delinquent taxes are shown as receivables Income from utilities more than enough to cover depreciation, but city is not building up reserves for capital improvements. School districts are setting aside funds for severance pay, until now cities were not allowed to set up such funds. Motion by Scherer, seconded by Lutz to accept 1981 Audit Report. Motion declared carried Thomas Crosby stated that water and sewer rates should be reviewed when losses exceed depreciation. 6. PLANNING AND ZONING DEPARTMENT Wright -Hennepin Electric JoEllen Hurr explained that Wright -Hennepin Electric is requesting permission to construct a 7 ft. high fence around their property at 4352 Willow Dr. She stated that city ordinance allows for a 6 ft. high fence, but they wish it higher with barb wire at the top to deter vandalism and theft. She stated that she would visit the property to determine that the fence will not be con- structed on the mound septic system nor outside their property lines. Motion by Reiser, seconded by Crosby to allow Wright -Hennepin Electric to construct a per- imeter fence, 7 ft. high, at 4352 Willow Dr., according to plans that have been submitted. Motion declared carried Meadowwoods Farm Street Lights JoEllen Hurr reported that Wright -Hennepin Electric is charging $6.00 more for ornamental lights than conventional street lights. She stated thatshe had suggested that the developer should be charged an additional fixture charge and that the city should be billed the same as any other street light. Motion by Crosby, seconded by Scherer to authorize JoEllen Hurr to proceed with securing the same rate for ornamental lights as regular street lights in the Meadowwoods Farm area. Motion declared carried West Creek JoEllen Hurr reported that site plans for the West Creek building meet requirements of the city and that the Hennepin County Soils office would review the plan for the Elm Creek Con- servation District and that Glen Cook wished to make comments regarding drainage, etc. She explained that the parking lots would be combined without a green area between them. G len Cook stated that storm water drainage would be to the creek; sewer connection would be made near the creek and water connected at Hickory Dr.; parking lot would have an 8 inch base with 2 1/2 inches of blacktop. Richard Schieffer stated that Council should find out how the Industrial Revenue bonding was proceeding before taking action. Mr. Reese, representing West Creek, stated that they needed concept approval before they could proceed with bonding and would have something back to the city within 20 days. JoEllen Hurr explained that they are seeking site approval. Motion by Crosby, seconded by Lutz to acknowledge that plans meet zoning requirements of the city and that reviewal and approval need to be gotten from the Hennepin County Soils £ ffice. ilotion declared carried Holy Name Church JoEllen Hurr reviewed memo regarding a meeting that had been held to determine whether or not an entrance to the parking lot could be relocated either onto Co. Rd. 24 or Brockton Lane. She stated that the revised plans have an exit one-third the distance from Co. Rd. 24 and 30th Ave. onto Brockton Lane. Pat Moen, Plymouth, stated that the compromise had been submitted to the Greentree West Homeowner's Assn. and they determined that all options for entrances had not been ex- plored and that they had contracted for a traffic study of the area with a private firm and asked that a decision on the entrance be delayed until the study had been completed. Thomas Anderson asked how long such a study would take to be completed. Glen Cook stated that it would probably be completed within 30 days. Harry Wald (sp.), Plymouth resident, stated that Hennepin County is saying they do not want access onto Co. Rd. 24, this study may substantiate that policy. Thomas Crosby stated that the project should be approved recognizing that some access could be worked out. T homas Anderson stated that he would reconsider the Brockton Lane access if appropriate evidence is shown to substantiate another plan. Mr. Wald stated that the traffic is the same whether it comes directly off of Co. Rd. 24 or is channeled through Brockton Lane. Glen Cook stated that Hennepin County has a policy of not allowing an access to a county road if an alternate access is available. Motion by Crosby, seconded by Reiser to approve the Holy Name project and to consider the access question based on information that will be provided by residents of Greentree West. Motion declared carried Council discussed various portions of the resolution with Father Arnold Weber: Item 5: Parking lot construction and surfacing; needs to be constructed so as to be ready at the same time new facility is ready for use. Lot may be used with a gravel surface for one year and blacktopped in 1984. Bond will need to be posted until asphalt is applied. Item 6: Church would need to pursue cost sharing with Plymouth if Brockton Lane should need to be upgraded to include a left turn lane. Item 8: Co. Rd. 24 will be posted immediately with "No Parking" signs. Item 11: Screening east side of Brockton Lane; delet item as screening will be taken care of by Plymouth residents. Motion by Scherer, seconded by Crosby to approve Resolution 82-14, granting a Conditional Use Permit to Holy Name of Jesus Catholic Church to allow construction of classrooms, gym- nasium, parking lot and a liturgical and social function center. Motion declared carried Manufactured Homes Motion by Lutz, seconded by Scherer to adopt Ordinance # 202, amending zoning ordinance regarding manufactured homes. Motion declared carried Marilyn McCormick Motion by Reiser, seconded by Crosby to approve Resolution 82-15, allowing Marilyn McCormick to operate a "flea market" on the Colonial Drive In Theatre property. Motion declared carried Displaymasters/Severson Products Motion by Lutz, seconded by Scherer to approve Resolution 82-16, granting a Conditional Use Permit to Displaymasters/Severson Products, to construct a warehouse/light industrial building on Lot 2, Grier Industrial Park. Motion declared carried Moorcroft Motion by Reiser, seconded by Scherer to approve Resolution 82-17, approval of Moorcro Plat. Motion carried Abstaining --Crosby Motion by Scherer, seconded by Crosby to enter into development agreement for Moorcroft Motion declared carried Motion by Reiser, seconded by Crosby to approve private roadway maintenance agreement for Moorcroft. Motion declared carried Angel Perez Council discussed with Mr. Perez, his letter requesting indefinite postponment of an office addition to his building at 3575 Kilkenny Lane. Discussion of vehicles and other items that are stored on property and should be removed, also the area where the office will be located should be seeded. Motion by Crosby, seconded by Reiser to extend contract with Angel Perez until July 15, 1983, with a requirement that grass be seeded on vacant areas within two weeks and that trucks and other materials be moved within that time period. Motion declared carried Tilr. Perez asked that Council require the pipe company on Hamel Rd. to clean up their yard and that the owner of the golf cart business be required to store his carts inside. Thomas Anderson stated that perhaps some tickets should be issued. JoEllen Hurr stated that she has tried to work with the pipe company and had spoken to the owners of the golf carts and that she would continue to pursue both problems. Woodlake Sanitary Landfill Charles IeFevere reported that there had been delays in working on the Woodlake Landfill permit; testing protocol guaranteeing that liner and berm are adequate and indemnification. He stated that the County Attorney does not think the County can enter into an agreement but he is working with Woodlake and the County to determine if a joint powers agreement would be appropriate. He stated that the county is intending to act on the application, ignoring the indemnification provision. Thomas Anderson asked that Mr. LeFevere report to them that the city has the authority to close down the operation if the permit is granted without city approval. 7. WORTH BRUNTZEN, FIREWORKS Motion by Crosby, seconded by Reiser to approve the Bruntzen fireworks display subject to their having an expert handling the actual display and approval of the city attorney as to the form of the document to be signed. Motion declared carried 8. WCCO Richard Schaeffer reported that the Planning Commission had reviewed the Development Con- tract prepared by Mike Nash and that Thomas Crosby has asked that nothing included in the 1972 permit be included in the contract, whereas, JoEllen Hurr would like the permit to be more inclusive. JoEllen Hurr stated that because more land is included in the permit she would like to get better things for the city under the development contract, such as setback requirements and specifics dealing with interference. Thomas Crosby stated that he had three problems with the contract: 1. borne things are included for emphasis 2. General statements of law need not be included 3. Anything new that needs to be negotiated should be included. JoEllen Hurr stated that they are trying to get WCCO to agree to a condition where if they get FCC approval they have guidelines that they must work within. Thomas Crosby stated that he does not want to extract more from WCCO than was included in 1972. JoEllen Hurr stated that she would be meeting with attorney, Mark Hamel on Wednesday. Consensus of Council was to implement, where required, the 1972 and 1982 permits. 9. POLICE UNION CONTRACT Thomas Anderson asked that any Oouncilmember interested in the new police contract should attend the first negotiating session on Tuesday, July 27th at 5:00 P.M. 10. BILLS Motion by Crosby, seconded by Lutz to pay the bills; Order Checks # 1381-1384 in the amount of $2278.16 and Payroll Checks # 6745-6752 in the amount of 53556.50. Motion declared carried Motion by Scherer, seconded by Lutz to adjourn. Motion declared carried Meeting adjourned at 11:30 P.M. g(/-1721i,ez_J/6e-le-=- Clerk-Treasurer July 20, 1982