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Home My Public Portal About08/05/75 CCM127 The Council of the City of Medina met in regular session on Tuesday August 5, 1975 at 7:40 P.M. Members present: Mayor Wayne Neddermeyer; Councilmen, Arthur Theis, Donald DesLauriers, Robert Franklin; Clerk Donna Roehl; Attorney Richard Schaeffer Motion by Robert Franklin, seconded y Arthur Theis to accept the minutes of the July 15u, 1975 meeting, as presented, with a��rrection of the July 1st minutes, deleting the word "unanimously" regarding vote taken on type of fire hydrants to install at Independence Beach as Wayne Neddermeyer and Donald DesLauriers had voted "No" on the question. Motion carried unanimously 1. MRS. ROBERT MEAD AND GIRL SCOUT TROOP Girl Scout Troop # 1265 and Leader, Mrs. Robert Mead explained a "Beep America. Beautiful" project they wish to become involved in. They asked the Council for approval and help in having Railroad viaducts painted and weeds cut around the viaduct so they may paint an appropriate scene or design on them. They were informed that permission must be gotten from Burlington Northern Railroad. Motion by Donald DesLauriers, seconded by Robert Franklin to refer project to Arthur Theis and that road department be instructed to cut the weeds. Motion carried unanimously 2. INDEPENDENCE BEACH SEWER AND WATER PROJECT Engineer, Lyle Swanson, explained that Hennepin Co. Park had requested relocation of lift station resulting in a cost deduction of $1352.50. Motion by Donald DesLauriers, seconded by Arthur Theis to approve Change Order No. 1 regarding Independence Beach system for revising lift station. Motion carried unanimously 3. INDEPENDENCE BEACH WELL BIDS Mayor Neddermeyer called for well bids Berglund -Johnson Inc. Cardon Const. & Masonry Keho Const. Lee Richert Plb. & Htg. Overdahl Coast. Inc. Stevens Well 54,20o.00 55,129.0o 53,335.00 54,650.00 at 8:04 P.M. The following Alt. ie$tir4ii.70 Alt. 1 " 2 n 1 n 2 26,109.00 27,662.80 29,568.00 30,028.00 25,230.00 bids were received: $ 77T299170 78,057.00 80,309.00 82,791.80 83,363.00 78,223.00 (with Deducts Mr. McCombs stated that their estimate had been $74,800.00. After discussion Mr. McCombs asked that they be allowed to check bid amount figures to determine if correct, before Council awarded the bid. Engineers Contract Mr. McCombs explained major portions of the contract: Cost to be 6% of total construction cost with an addition cost for staking, inspection and land surveying. He or Lyle Swanson would visit the site once every 3 working days and there would be no overtime charges. He also agreed to delete the stipulation concerning the city having to pay attorney fees if they should find it necessary to take legal action to collect contract prioe. He also explained that the charges of $6868 for easements were boundry surveys. It was agreed that $2095.00 be deducted from their bill and not paid until such time as Federal Grant money is received for Infiltration -Inflow report completed by them through October of 1974• Motion by Robert Franklin, seconded by Arthur Theis to approve amended contract with McCombs -Knutson. Motion carried unanimously 4. ED SORGATZ, HENNEPIN COUNTY PARK RESERVE Mr. Sorgats explained letter he had forwarded to Councilmen and Weed Inspector regarding their control of noxious weeds. He reported on weed control for this season and long-range plans for the next 3 years. 128 Road Restrictions With the completion of Parkview Dr. and Hamel:Road E of Boyer Rd., Mr. Sorgatz requested some sort of road restriction be placed on those roads to discourage rubbish haulers from using that route. 'Motion by Robert Franklin, seconded by Arthur Theis that County restrict trucks to local deliveries on Parkview Dr. and Hamel Rd. East of Boyer Rd., with rubbish haulers required to use Co. Rd. 19 and Hamel Rd. West of Boyer Rd, Motion carried unanimously Park Reserve Dams Discussion with Anne Dorweiler of maps received concerning waterfowl project proposed by Park Reserve and submitted to DER. Mr. Sorgatz explained the proposed dams and Anne Dorweiler was advised to sign and return as members could see no problems. 5. CHIPPEWA CORPORATION Anne Dorweiler discussed application of Chippewa Corp. for a land alteration permit Northof Hwy. 55. Lyle Swanson had reviewed the request and suggested several stip- ulations. Motion by Donald DesLauriers, seconded by Arthur Theis to grant Chippewa Corporation a land alteration permit on 40 acres West of Mohawk Dr. subject to the following: 1. No drainage pattern shall be altered in any way 2. No trees are to be removed 3. No Black dirt shall be removed to such a dept that at least 6" of black dirt does not remain on the area. 4. The permit shall be renew annualy the work taking place 5. A separate permit shall be issued 6. The legal description of the West Motion carried unanimously so the city has an opportunity to re-evaluate for the work on either side of MchaWk Dr. 40 acres must be submitted to the City. 6. MANNIX BONDS Motion by Arthur Theis, seconded by Donald DesLauriers to release the Mannix Corp. road bond as work has been completed and inspected by City engineer. Motion carried unanimously 7. JIM HART BOND Motion by Donald DesLauriers, seconded by Robert Franklin to release Parking Lot bond from Jim Hart after payment of $50.00 administration and inspecting fees. Motion carried unanimously 8. INDEPENDENCE BEACH WELL AND PUFF HOUSE BIDS Bids were calculated and determination made that bids could be awarded in sections. Motion by Donald DesLauriers,seeonded by Arthur Theis to award Berglund -Johnson Inc. Section I of bid for $49,885.00. Motion carried unanimously Motion by Arthur Theis, seconded by Alternate I of bid for $25,230.00. Motion carried unanimously Robert Franklin to award Stevens Well Co. Section II, 9. MEDICINE LAKE BUS COMPANY Marvin Johnson of Medicine Lake Bus Co. disoussed with council the proposed take-over of their bus company and 3 other independent companies by Metropolitan Transit Commission. Notion by Robert Frantlinl,aeconded by Donald DesLauriers to adopt Resolution No. 75-31 :regarding disapproval eNtfepolitan Transit taking over the Medicine Lake Bus Co. • Motion carried unanimously Clerk was instructed to contact MTC as to procedure for distribution of resolution to board members and also contact local representatives seeking them support regarding said resolution. Hamel Rd. Sewer and Water Project Mr. Johnson inquired as to the completion of remaining work on Hamel Rd. and was in- formed that Underground Utilities had been working to complete the project. 1_ 29 10.INDEPENDENCE BEACH PROJECT ASSESSMENTS Engineer was instructed to compile several alternates to use in determining special assessments for Ind. Beach project and present them at August 19th meeting. 11. NORTH SHORE COMMUNITY COUNCIL CONTRACT Discussion of contract R. Schieffer had prepared regarding services rendered by North Shore for community activities. Discussion also of requests for donations from other athletic clubs in the area. Motion by Robert Franklin, seconded by Donald DesLauriers to have Arthur Theis, Rec- reation Chairman determine a formula for allocating funds vor various recreation services. Motion carried unanimously 12. SPECIAL ASSESSMENT DEFERMENT Motion by Robert Franklin, seconded by Donald DesLauriers to approve Resolution No. 75-32 regarding deferment of special assessments and to adopt Ordinance No. 154. Motion carried unanimously 13. PARKING LOT SURFACE Motion by Arthur Theis, seconded by Robert Franklin to adopt Ordinance No. 155 deleting dust -free surface and changing surface finishing to blacktop. Motion carried unanimously 14. CETA FUNDS Donna Roehl notified eounoil that application for CETA funds had been approved and explained procedure involved for hiring an individual to fill the designated position. Motion by Donald DesLauriers, seconded by Arthur Theis to authorize the Clerk to advertise for a Sewer and Water maintainence person to be employed under the CETA program. Motion carried unanimously 15. BOND FUNDS Discussion of disbursements from City Hall Bond fund and division of funds to cover Hamel Sewer and Water Extension and Independence Beach project. Clerk was asked to present a breakdown of payments made by Ken Zylla and Medicine Lake Bus Co. 16. CON'T'E1u NTIAL TELEPHONE COMPANY Discussion of rate increase proposal being asked by Contentential Telephone Co. Motion by Arthur Theis, seconded by Donald DesLauriers to delegate Robert Franklin and Robert Linkenheil to attend meeting and inform them that Medina is opposed to their rais- ing of rates. Motion carried unanimously 17. HAMEL FIRE DEPARTMENT TRUCK Discussion of new truck being purchased by Hamel Fire Dept. and various means by which it could be paid for. Also discussion of paying a flat fee to fire departments rather than an hourly charge. 18. UTILITY BUILDING and CITY HALL SIGN Donald DesLauriers stated that he is preparing specifications for building and that grad- ing has been completed. The City Hall sign will be painted be6ause of high cost of indiv- idual letters. 19. POLICE CAR Motion by Robert Franklin, seconded by Donald DesLauriers to order a new police car not to exceed a cost of 15000.00. Motion carried unanimously 130 20. BILIS Motion by Arthur Theis, seconded by Robert Franklin to pay the bills. Order checks in the amount of S88,604.44 and Payroll in the amount of S4,696.10. Motion carried unanimously 21. Council vacancy Council tabled filling vacancy until August 19, 1975 meeting in order to give any other interested residents time to express wishes to fill council position. Motion by Donald DesLauriers, seconded by Arthur Theis to adjourn. Motion carried unanimously Meeting adjourned at 1:20 A.M. Clerk August 5, 1975 ff Mayor,