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MEDINA CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES OF OCTOBER 4, 2005
The City Council of Medina, Minnesota met in regular session on October 4, 2005 at
7:00 p.m. in the Hamel Community Building, 3200 Mill Drive. Acting Mayor Smith
presided.
I. ROLL CALL
Members present: Brinkman, Cavanaugh, Smith, Weir, and Workman (8:55 p.m.)
Members absent: None.
Also present: City Attorney Ron Batty, City Engineer Tom Kellogg, Public Works
Director Jim Dillman, Police Chief Ed Belland, City Planner Rose Lorsung, City Planner
Consultant Sarah Schield, City Administrator Chad Adams and Recording Secretary
Cheryl Felix.
II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
III. ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA
Cavanaugh requested an addition to New Business, Item E, Ryan Companies Land
Alteration Permit.
Adams requested an addition to City Administrator Report, Item B, closing City Hall
October 14 in preparation for renovations.
Moved by Weir, seconded by Cavanaugh, to approve the agenda as amended. Motion
passed unanimously.
IV. PRESENTATION
Wayzata High School National Honor Society — Proposal for Hunter Lions Park.
There was no one present.
V. APPROVAL
A. Approval of the September 20, 2005 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes
It was noted on page 2, the 7th paragraph, it should state: "Brinkman... is 25% 29%...."
It was noted on page 2, the 8th paragraph, it should state: "If an applicant...a
complement complaint with the soils overlay, it he...."
Moved by Weir, seconded by Cavanaugh, to approve the September 20, 2005 regular
City Council meeting minutes as amended. Motion passed unanimously.
VI. CONSENT AGENDA
A. Resolution Designating National Incident Management System (NIMS) as
the Basis for All Incident Management in Medina, Minnesota
B. Acceptance of 54,175 in Donations for Medina Preservation Day
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C. Approve Job Description for Finance Director/Assistant City Administrator
Position and Authorize Staff to Post an Advertisement for Hiring
D. Acceptance of 2006 Proposed Lake Minnetonka Communications
Commission Budget
E. Accept Resignation of Park Commissioner Jeff Evanson
Moved by Weir, seconded by Cavanaugh, to approve the consent agenda. Motion
passed unanimously.
VII. COMMENTS
A. Comments from Citizens on Items not on the Agenda
There were none.
B. Park Commission
Dillman noted at their last meeting one member was missing but had resigned. He
added on October 16 from 8:30 to noon volunteers are wanted for the 4th annual
Buckthorn Removal Party in Uptown Hamel.
C. Planning Commission
Lorsung stated the October meeting includes the Dairy Queen redevelopment site plan
and discussion of the sign ordinance. She added a couple of applications were
incomplete and will be on the November agenda. Mr. Hopper's County Road 24
variance request has been pulled permanently because he is looking for a CUP instead
The City received two submittals regarding the proposed Uptown Hamel entry sign,
which they will review.
VII. OLD BUSINESS
There was none.
VIII. NEW BUSINESS
A. Resolution Authorizing Variance Extension at 4629 Brook Street — Public
Hearing
Lorsung stated the applicant is requesting a variance extension. The City received one
letter stating she is in favor of the extension due to the property being in poor condition
She added staff is recommending approval of a one-year extension for the variances
that were previously granted.
Smith opened the public hearing at 7:09 p.m.
Janet White, 4642 Brook Street, asked the intentions of the property owners in this ne
year. She added she has seen very little improvement this past year.
Joe Ahlstrom, 4629 Brook Street, stated the variance was received towards the end of
November and construction in winter is not good. His job took him out of town this
summer. He added there are plans to start, hopefully before November; otherwise the
will wait until spring.
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Smith closed the public hearing at 7:12 p.m.
Weir asked how often the City renews variances. She added with seasonal changes
she could see extending the request for a year. Lorsung replied the applicant could
request one with any type of time frame and Council has the authority to decide.
Cavanaugh stated he would not want to see improvements extend beyond this next
extension; he is unsure he would grant another.
Moved by Weir, seconded by Cavanaugh, to approve the resolution authorizing a
variance extension at 4629 Brook Street. Motion passed unanimously.
B. Award Contract for City Hall Improvements
Maureen Bellows, project architect, stated there was a total of eight bids. A call was
received from G.A. Construction noting they had made a mathematical error, had
inadvertently left out one item, and requested their bid be removed. Proof was asked
for and provided; therefore, this bid was removed from consideration. She suggested
acceptance of alternate one and two and suggested bid bond also be retained for the
second low bidder because if the low bidder, McFarland Construction, is unable to sign
the contract, the second low bidder, American Liberty Construction, would be
considered.
Cavanaugh asked under what circumstances a bidder would not sign a contract. He
also asked what the bid bond is. Bellows replied the bidder could choose to withdraw or
there could be a schedule conflict. Batty replied the bid bond is five percent.
Cavanaugh asked if the contract is awarded to the second lowest bidder does the City
keep the bid bond from the first. Batty replied yes, if they fail to enter into a contract.
He added he does not anticipate this, but this procedure is done routinely with projects
such as this. He added bidders are not normally allowed to retract their bids, but G.A.
Construction proved they made errors; they are also not allowed to amend their bid.
Cavanaugh asked how the company names are chosen and how does a company
qualify. He also asked about quality and dollar satisfaction. Bellows replied they
advertise for bids several ways; companies may pick up drawings at City Hall then
present their bid. She added they are satisfied with the quality and dollars; many
contractors were spoken to and most visited the site more than once.
Adams stated that furnishings and equipment are not included in the contract, but with
those expenses they are within the total budget of $225,000 to $235,000.
Moved by Weir, seconded by Brinkman, to award the contract for City Hall
improvements to McFarland Construction with American Liberty Construction as the
alternate. Motion passed unanimously.
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C. Interim Ordinance (Moratorium) Discussion
Adams stated Staff is looking for policy direction whether to execute a moratorium and,
if so, where the moratorium should be located, what are the issues to be studying, what
the time frame of the moratorium should be, and who should the moratorium affect in
regards to existing applications.
Batty referenced the memorandum provided to Council. He stated a moratorium is
when Council comes to the conclusion there is a deficiency in an ordinance and if not
remedied would be challenged. Staff needs an indication if Council is interested in one.
A time limit needs to be established, which can be extended for short periods of time
under certain circumstances, with a maximum of one year. A decision has to be made
as to whether it would go into effect immediately and cover all applications or cover
applications after the effective date. He added it can be adopted without Planning
Commission review or a public hearing.
Smith asked if there is an interest in a moratorium.
Cavanaugh stated it depends; the heart of Medina needs to be protected and people
should be given benefits such as additional building rights for conforming to open space
preservation. He added he does not think it is fair to place the moratorium on
applications already submitted.
Weir stated she is interested; the comp plan is not in sync with subdivisions in the rural
area. She added the timeline should be six months to accomplish and should only cover
subdivisions in the rural residential zone.
Brinkman stated the City has some extraordinary circumstances and starting today all
applications need to be included. He added the rural residential should be covered with
a timeline of six months.
Lorsung noted the rural residential area encompasses about 65% of land in the City.
Smith asked if it is appropriate to have a moratorium on dividable lots. Batty replied yes.
Cavanaugh asked whether it applies to all or new applications.
Smith asked if it is legal to do with submitted applications. Batty replied the statute
states a moratorium cannot be imposed on a property that has received preliminary
approvals. Everything else is subject to the moratorium.
Lorsung stated there are three applications pending.
Brinkman stated it is not wise to have something take place in the face of a pending
issue. He added the moratorium should be for the shortest time period possible.
Weir stated she agrees; if the City requires an innovative design from a developer they
might reward that developer with an extra unit. She noted she could then support
applying it to current applications.
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Brinkman agreed stating allowing a developer one more unit, if it would be a better
looking development, would be sensible to consider, but hard to do until defined.
Cavanaugh stated including current applications is not fair since they have already spent
time and money. He added the most significant criteria consistently used, among
others, were five contiguous acres and if a developer goes through the process and has
fit those criteria they need approval or non -approval, not a rule change at this point.
Smith suggested lots where length cannot be longer than width is included. She added
the moratorium should be on all rural residential subdividable lots.
Weir suggested if there are four houses on the site the developer could have two to the
front and two set back. She stated the moratorium should only apply to subdivisions.
She added the intent is to make sure the rural residential area ordinance matches what
the vision statement in the comprehensive plan wishes to achieve. She suggested width
setback be looked at as well as rewarding a developer who will consider a different
design that helps preserve the rural nature.
Smith stated if setbacks are not working they should be changed.
Brinkman stated the ordinance must match the vision statement. He suggested the
shape and size of lots be reviewed.
Smith suggested the timeline be six months. Adams replied that six months would be
difficult for staff to meet because there are a number of current projects happening now,
as well as several variables involving the study of this moratorium area, with two being
open space planning and the comprehensive plan review.
Batty suggested since the timeline is difficult to extend, that the maximum of one year
be approved. He noted Council needs to direct Staff to study changes to the ordinance
for general applications, not to impede a certain project.
Lorsung reminded Council that once the Metropolitan Council vision for Medina is
reviewed, if that plan is adopted and effects subdivisions, the ordinance would need to
be changed. Smith replied her concern is if they wait two years the City may not have a
rural residential area.
Lorsung stated suitable soils requirements frame the lot. Smith replied amendments
could be made to meet other requirements.
Moved by Cavanaugh, seconded by Weir, to impose a moratorium on the rural
residential area, specifically subdivisions, excluding applications already submitted, with
a timeline of one year.
Schield asked if the exclusion applies to complete or incomplete applications. Weir
replied if the application has been submitted to the Planning Commission it should not
be considered.
Lorsung stated there are two or three applications coming in within the next 60 days.
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Brinkman stated if they do not do a clean sweep now they might miss an opportunity to
apply restrictions, which is not wise. He suggested a shorter time frame.
Weir stated she is not comfortable with posing a year on applicants.
Smith stated a year is necessary. She noted it does not matter if a developer has
submitted a plan; the area needs to be preserved, and it is only three applications.
Cavanaugh asked if it is setting precedence. Brinkman replied no, fixing an incorrect
thing. He added communities have been through this before and Medina needs to catclj
it now and keep the area on track as intended.
Cavanaugh stated a year is a long time. He asked about deadlines for the three
applications. He suggested Staff work with the developers on these now. Lorsung
replied they all have deadlines. She noted one has preliminary plat approval on
November 9, one on December 31, and one is incomplete so has no date. She added
to meet the November 9 deadline, Staff would need approval/denial at the next Council
meeting.
Brinkman stated Staff should not just pull out the three applications and spend time on
these. He added he feels bad for the applicants but feels they are doing the right thing.
Smith requested a vote on the motion.
Cavanaugh stated he would be interested in Workman's comments.
Smith stated she would give people two minutes to speak. She added this issue will
come back in two weeks.
Holly Leuer, 1522 Medina Road, stated she is shocked Council is considering opposing
a subdivision that meets all requirements. The moratorium adoption is being discussed
to prevent one development from going forward and that is not legal. To pass a
moratorium without a public hearing would affect dozens of property owners, and they
have the right to voice their opinions. She added the Council's job is to enforce the law,
She requested Council vote no for a moratorium.
Jim Lane, 2605 Hamel Road, stated he believes the proposed moratorium should
require a published notice and public hearing and, if not, would recommend it. A
moratorium should not be taken lightly and without due process. He added City Staff
has been aggressive and over reaching in implementing/opposing subdivision
requirements in other areas.
Michael Leuer, 1522 Medina Road, stated he is a developer in the City and people rely
on zoning and guidance which is Council's job to uphold. He asked how there can be
an ordinance change without a meeting and a public hearing, noting Planning
Commission as well as residents should be involved. He asked if Council is trying to
cram in a moratorium to stop one development. He suggested Council remember their
duty.
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Smith asked if the incomplete application is included in the motion. Cavanaugh replied
he would include it based on the rules that were in place when it was submitted.
Adams requested clarification on the motion, whether it includes just the three submitted
applications or any applications submitted before the moratorium is approved.
Cavanaugh replied the three applications already submitted.
Batty stated Council should decide whether or not to include submitted applications
upon the moratorium effective date, not by a specific application. He noted Council is
adopting a motion to direct Staff to prepare an ordinance with indicated outlines.
Cavanaugh replied applications in and complete as of today.
Adams stated the defining date should be the document acceptance date. Cavanaugh
replied he agrees.
Motion Failed. 1-3 (Cavanaugh — aye; Weir, Brinkman, Smith — nay).
Moved by Brinkman, seconded by Weir, to direct Staff to prepare an ordinance to
consider a moratorium on the rural residential area, to prohibit subdivisions, including
applications already submitted, with a timeline of one year.
Cavanaugh stated this would require submitted applications to be put off for a year after
initial requirements have been met. He added he would not vote in favor of this.
Mark Metzger, 4065 Shorewood Trail, stated he read the agenda on the City's website.
He stated if somebody is in complete compliance with the rules it sounds like they are
being punished.
Motion Passed. 3-1 (Weir, Brinkman, Smith — aye; Cavanaugh — nay).
Batty stated there is no requirement for a public hearing; therefore, Council can give as
little or as much notice as they want.
Smith stated Council has always allowed public comment. Adams replied they can
publish for a hearing in next week's newspaper and/or send notices by mail to residents
in the rural residential area. Lorsung suggested notices be sent to all subdividable
properties within this area.
Cavanaugh recommended notices be sent to everyone in the rural residential area
because it affects their neighborhood.
Adams clarified the direction to Staff, which is to send out a postcard to everyone in the
rural residential area and to publish for a public hearing.
Smith requested City reply to the letter they received today via email and have City
Attorney respond. Batty noted it was received yesterday.
Smith recessed the meeting at 8:50 p.m.
Workman presided and reconvened the meeting at 8:55 p.m.
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D. Preliminary Plat, Rezoning to PUD-UC, PUD General Plan, Vacation of
Phase 1 Easement, CUP Withdrawal for Ace Properties Phase II Located at
5065 CSAH 101
Lorsung stated Ace Properties has applied for a preliminary plat, rezoning to PUD-UC,
PUD general plan, vacation of easements, and CUP withdrawal for the property located
at 5065 CSAH 101. The request has gone through several revisions. Ryan Companies
and Ace are working together to utilize a parcel designated for parking. She reviewed
several issues including traffic flow, the design of the building, signage, and tree
mitigation.
Workman stated this is a gateway project to the Ryan project. He noted concerns with
the proposed drive-thru regarding traffic. He added a nicer facade on the eastern side
of the building would enhance the development. Brinkman replied they could add trees
on the east side, which would not be covering up anything such as signs.
Smith asked how parking flows. Lorsung replied the traffic engineer had a concern
regarding larger vehicles needing to get through. She added there is an opportunity
with construction of the right-of-way; there is a left over City parcel created with the
development, whereby, Staff could direct the developer to mitigate trees. She also
added there is a location on the county right-of-way that can be dressed up because it
will no longer be a storm pond.
Smith asked why there are no trees on the right-of-way. Lorsung replied there are trees
on both sides of Clydesdale. She added it is not part of this project.
Weir asked if some trees could be extended to the county right-of-way. Lorsung replied
yes, it could be landscaped.
Workman asked about the land being graded flat between Ace Properties and 101. He
also asked if phase II is at a lower elevation. Lorsung replied the retaining wall would be
moved. She added phase II is lower by five to six feet.
Weir asked about the luminaries noting a concern that they will shine into the neighbor's
yards. Lorsung stated the right-of-way does not interfere with the parking lot luminaries.
Smith asked if there was a zero setback at the lot line. Lorsung stated yes, they need to
meet lighting standards and make sure it is not a really well lit development.
Weir asked if all buildings are required to have all-around architecture.
Workman asked if there was outside receptacles for trash. Lorsung replied yes.
Smith asked why the trash is not kept inside. Workman replied tenants would not like to
haul their trash all that way to the receptacle.
Weir stated the trash enclosure is taking up two parking spaces and is opposite the
housing. Lorsung replied it is the first thing you see entering the drive-thru area and if
you are traveling on Clydesdale; therefore, it does not meet the requirements.
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Cavanaugh stated the sides of the building should be dressed up because that is the
entrance of the City. He added Target has to meet these same standards.
Steve Oliver, Architectural Group for Ace Properties, stated he appreciates Council's
comments and noted building costs need to be considered. Phase II is an upgrade from
Phase I in terms of exterior items such as brick. Landscaping, such as trees, could be
added to the east side and the back side could be upgraded with fencing or a trellis as
well as other landscaping elements.
Workman noted a third of the building is at a higher elevation and it would be nice to
balance out both sides. Oliver replied it is a personal preference; the south side was
treated differently than the north.
Smith stated there should be something on the east side that makes it look like not part
of the back of a building. Oliver replied it will be reviewed and ideas brought back.
Oliver stated regarding the drive-thru issue, the amount of stacking is typical and the
site is tight, that is why the trash enclosures are not in the building. This allows trash
vehicles to make a loop like everyone else. The trash enclosures have the same type of
exterior as the building. Workman replied they do not want enclosures outside like that.
Larry Palm, Ace, stated all finances revolve around the site. He noted Council keeps
squeezing but they cannot push much more. He added they had to write a check to
Ryan Companies for $150,000 and at some point the bleeding needs to stop. Workman
replied he understands, but Council needs to look at where the City is going long term.
Brinkman stated there is latitude regarding traffic and the trash enclosure. He noted the
trash trucks would stop drive-thru traffic.
Workman stated they have no problem giving extra square footage if they want to put
the trash in the building. He added they are trying to negotiate the best project they
can. Palm replied they have been through several, several revisions.
Smith stated she does not understand why each tenant cannot use 96-gallon carts for
garbage. She added this might be more convenient than walking through traffic to
dump garbage.
Cavanaugh stated he does not see the point of enclosed garbage and would be
comfortable with it outside if it had a nice surround. He added the designated spot is
mostly hidden and the least obtrusive.
Weir stated the trash enclosure is taking up parking spaces.
Lorsung stated if the goal is to hide the trash enclosure it might be better moving it to
the left. Workman replied that area is not as easy for trucks to access. Palm replied it
could be put on the northwest comer where trucks could drive straight in.
Oliver stated if the enclosure were moved to the northwest comer of the lot Target sees
a brick structure from their side and they would get two parking stalls back.
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Cavanaugh asked if the enclosure would block parking stalls. He also asked if there
would be a problem for trucks coming in if cars were parked. Oliver replied the
enclosure would still take up two stalls. He added trucks would not have a problem
because the doors face east.
Weir stated from an entrance point of view it would be better on the Target side.
Workman stated he would like more space on the drive-thru. He added he does not
think it is a good thing to have in a sensitive location; it needs to be a stand-alone. Palm
replied on phase I the entrance is one way.
Brinkman stated traffic could be an issue and Council did not approve a drive-thru for
Ryan. He asked when drive-thrus are primarily used and if there is a traffic count. He
also asked if the drive-thru could be restricted or if Ace could live without it. Palm
replied the user will make a difference. He added the drive-thru is a big deal; traffic
engineers looked at it and approved it.
Lorsung stated Staff does not recommend a fast food restaurant. Workman replied fast
food trips or coffee shop trips per day is not that much different. He noted the worst
time on County Road 101 is from 6:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.
Brinkman stated the drive-thru should be eliminated; it is very tight. Palm replied land
was given up to acquire parking and services to the building.
Palm suggested they route Clydesdale across the back as originally planned. Workman
replied when people invest money they take risks.
Brinkman stated they should get rid of the drive-thru and put the trash inside. Palm
replied the trash enclosure was originally configured as attached to the building.
Weir asked if the City could give back 100 square feet if Ace takes away the drive-thru.
Smith asked where the recycling is. Oliver replied the trash enclosure contains a double
container.
Workman stated he would rather see them add 10 feet on the north side of the building
and add the trash enclosure there. He suggested they build the enclosure like the
building with roll up or similar doors. Oliver replied if they add on 10 feet and take away
the drive-thru trash would have to be dragged.
Cavanaugh stated if the City gives Ace extra space they would be picking up square
footage. Palm replied the parking problem would worsen. Workman replied no, if the
enclosure was placed on the north side and the drive-thru was removed this would open
up two more parking spaces.
Oliver stated if all parties agree the drive-thru is gone, the service area in the back could
be narrowed. This will increase the width to the boulevard or they can add landscaping.
Workman noted lighting concems. Palm replied they will take care of it.
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Workman asked about the timeframe. Lorsung replied the deadline has been extended
until December 1.
Workman asked when Staff would get new plans. He added there should be one more
review session before a resolution. Oliver replied they need a little bit of time.
E. Land Alteration Permit — Ryan Companies
Dick Koppy, Ryan Companies, handed out site layout information regarding the
proposed land alteration. He added the specific fill portion of the site is in the center,
filling in a low spot, not a wetland.
Brinkman asked how much dirt would be exported and if it would all be dumped on this
proposed site. Koppy replied the volume will vary, but approximately 75,000 yards. He
added all the dirt would be dumped on this site and graded out.
Smith referenced the Planning Commission minutes of February 2005 which indicated
Koppy stated the removed dirt would be used to level out other parts on the Ryan site as
a net balance. She asked why they now are requesting to move dirt off -site. She also
asked about several trucks moving dirt through the City. Koppy replied they had always
intended to move dirt. He added plans changed slightly because the Target store now
sits a bit lower than originally planned.
Workman stated the City has no problem with Ryan doing what they need to with the
site, but land alterations to the other property needs to be taken into account, which is
that property owner's call. Smith replied she disagrees; it is not just the owner's call.
She again questioned how many truckloads of dirt would be going through the streets.
Workman stated the trucks will generally go around City streets, noting it is in the
submitted plans. He added Staff has not had a chance to review the information since it
has just been handed out.
Brinkman stated a lot of dirt is being moved.
Smith asked why Council is just finding out dirt is being moved.
Koppy stated the reason information is brought to Council tonight is because it was
realized through discussions with the Watershed District. He added they are hoping to
get the Target foundation placed this fall and without a dirt drop-off site available it will
be difficult.
Cavanaugh asked if there was any reason they cannot move the dirt to another site then
to the proposed site, if and when approved. Koppy replied they might have to.
Workman asked if, to this day, Staff has received any earthwork calculations. Kellogg
replied no.
Smith stated she would like to see this back with a plan and the Watershed District
comments.
Brinkman asked why moving dirt is needed. Koppy replied the store is lower.
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Smith asked if the store has been lowered since February 2005. Koppy replied no. He
added they will bring back an explanation with details; some grades may have changed
due to City request, and they may have run into bad soils on some parts of the site.
Workman noted Council consensus to continue this item until the next meeting.
IX. CITY ADMINISTRATOR REPORT
A. Park Commission Vacancy
Adams asked when to advertise for the vacancy, noting the appointment is in January.
Workman replied wait until January. He added he would like to review possible all new
appointments for both the Park Commission and the Planning commission.
Weir stated if one is reviewed the other one should be, too. Workman replied he would
consider all new applications to both Commissions. He added the intent is not to
eliminate certain people, but to build a consensus with groups of people.
Smith stated Commissioners need to understand that being appointed does not mean
they can come and go as they please. She added there is trouble with attendance.
Workman replied the City needs a cohesive group that feels they have value in what
they are doing. He added Council might not be listening to them sometimes;
independent bodies need to be independent bodies.
Smith stated Commissioners need to be trained on how to have meetings. Adams
replied the three bodies had a workshop this spring and will have another one shortly t
address these types of concerns.
Weir stated she is not sure about dissolving both bodies. She added people are not
lining up to be on these Commissions.
Cavanaugh suggested Council review what the City of Corcoran did because they did
not handle the situation the right way.
Workman requested Staff put together a review process and bring back to Council.
B. City Hall Closing October 14
Adams stated he is suggesting City Hall be closed to the general public on October 14
in order to remove items from the building for the anticipated renovation.
Smith requested the closing be posted to advise residents.
Moved by Weir, seconded by Smith, to close City Hall to the general public on October
14, 2005 for renovation preparation. Motion passed unanimously.
Adams stated Staff met with the City of Corcoran to discuss City sewer and water
extension to their southwest corridor.
Adams thanked Staff members and all those involved for their help with Medina
Preservation Day. He added letters would be sent to those who donated and/or helpe
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X. MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL REPORTS
Weir stated she has been looking at street lighting, noting Wild Meadows is far superior.
She added she is not happy with the Vernon because they disburse lots of lighting onto
the street. She asked if Council would be interested in looking into cheaper, more
superior fixtures. Adams replied Xcel Energy no longer offers the preferred Shepard
Hook model, so the City selected the Vernon style. He added the City pays less
operating costs for the Vemon because of the Xcel program; however, another option is
to look at utility districts (taxing residents) to offset electrical costs the City provides.
Smith asked if Council let Ryan put the Vernon light in. Adams replied not yet, because
the developer and Council preferred the Shepard Hook design.
Lorsung added the City might not want the same standard for every area.
Cavanaugh stated at the last planning session different sites for future City facilities
were discussed. He added one site talked about earlier was recently sold and is about
to expire soon. Workman suggested Staff look at and provide a feasibility report.
Adams reminded the Council that the master planning for such future city facilities has
been scheduled to begin after the City Hall renovation project is complete; and advised
that staffs current workload is significant and advised against starting any earlier.
Xl. APPROVAL TO PAY THE BILLS
Moved by Weir, seconded by Cavanaugh, to approve the bills, order check numbers
028462-028508 for $657, 664.84, and payroll check numbers 019496-019521 for
$27, 319.11. Motion passed unanimously.
XII. ADJOURN
Moved by Smith, seconded by Cavanaugh, to adjourn the meeting at 10:53 p.m.
Motion passed unanimously.
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ce D. Workman, Mayor
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Chad M. Adams, City Administrator -Clerk
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ORDER CHECKS - OCTOBER 4, 2005
028462 RES SPECIALTY PYROTECHNICS $4,000.00
028463 ADAMS, CHAD $54.75
028464 ALLEGRA PRINT & IMAGING $329.09
028465 BONESTROO, ROSENE, ANDERLIK $159,817.30
028466 BRAUN INTERTEC $6,208.60
028467 BRYAN ROCK PRODUCTS $1,247.30
028468 BUFFALO BITUMINOUS $211.25
028469 CLASSIC CLEANING $399.38
028470 Dl'1"1'hR, INC. $378.19
028471 EHLERS & ASSOC. $2,231.25
028472 ELECTRON HERDERS $55.37
028473 ERICKSON, ROLF ENT., INC $5,435.02
028474 GOETSCH, W.W. ASSOCIATES, INC. $909.51
028475 HALLMAN OIL CO. FUEL DIV. $18,003.00
028476 HAMEL FIRE RELIEF ASSN. $38,606.00
028477 HENNEPIN CO.TREAS.(JAIL SVC.) $652.00
028478 HENRYS WATERWORKS $457.22
028479 HOSTINGMINNESOTA.COM $24.95
028480 KELLY'S WRECKER SERVICE $159.74
028481 KEN'S SNOWPLOWING & BOBCAT $2,000.00
028482 KENNEDY & GRAVEN $31,168.51
028483 LAKE BUSINESS SUPPLY $64.09
028484 LANDFORM $7,942.64
028485 LAW ENFORCEMENT LABOR SERVICES $222.00
028486 LEAGUE OF MN CITIES, FIN. DEPT $3,669.00
028487 LONG LAKE FAMILY PHYSICIANS $122.00
028488 MCFOA $35.00
028489 MEDICA $253.95
028490 MEDICA CHOICE $12,418.25
028491 METROCALL $27.75
028492 NATIONAL WATERWORKS $1,264.88
028493 NELSON ELECTRIC MOTOR REPAIR $90.00
028494 NEXTEL COMMUNICATIONS $644.83
028495 QWEST $466.00
028496 RANDY'S SANITATION $118.06
028497 RICE LAKE CONST $350,828.00
028498 STREICHER'S $423.13
028499 STS CONSULTANTS $1,062.60
028500 TRI STATE PUMP&CONTROL $315.00
028501 TRUGREEN CHEMLAWN (OSSEO) $2,613.54
028502 TWIN CITY WATER CLINIC $45.00
028503 UNION SECURITY INS. CO. $435.35
028504 VALVOLINE FLEET SERVICES $138.48
028505 VIEAU, CEC $40.53
028506 WESTSIDE EQUIPMENT $138.50
028507 WRIGHT-HENNEPIN ELECTRIC $1,654.35
028508 XCEL ENERGY $283.48
$657,664.84
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PAYROLL CHECKS - OCTOBER 3, 2005
019496 WORKMAN, BRUCE $207.79
019497 SMITH, CAROLYN A. $138.52
019498 BRINKMAN, RANDY $138.52
019499 ADAMS, CHAD M. $1,922.44
019500 SCHERER, STEVEN T. $1,219.72
019501 MCGILL, CHRISTOPHER R. $1,470.39
019502 HALL, DAVID M. $1,431.55
019503 DILLMAN, JAMES D $1,839.05
019504 DRESSEL, ROBERT P. $1,120.90
019505 BELLAND, EDGAR J $2,231.89
019506 CONVERSE, KEITH A $1,299.27
019507 VIEAU, CECILIA M $1,028.73
019508 DINGMANN, IVAN W $1,183.06
019509 SULANDER, LAURA L. $1,186.65
019510 LARSON, SANDRA L $1,232.31
019511 BOECKER, KEVIN D $1,439.15
019512 CAVANAUGH, JOSEPH $138.52
019513 WEIR, ELIZABETH V. $138.52
019514 GREGORY, THOMAS $1,513.16
019515 LORSUNG, ROSE A $1,171.59
019516 NELSON, JASON $1,673.14
019517 THUL, JEFFREY P. $1,300.38
019518 KLISZCZ, DAVID A. $469.81
019519 VINCK, JOHN J. $1,086.59
019520 FINKE, DUSTIN D. $282.82
019521 MAROHNIC, NICHOLAS $454.64
$27,319.11