HomeMy WebLinkAbout6.b. Minutes of the February 18, 2014 Regular Meeting Proceedings
ROSEMOUNT CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING PROCEEDINGS
FEBRUARY 18, 2014
CALL TO ORDER
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof a regular meeting of the Rosemount City Council was held
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on Tuesday, February 18, 2014 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 2875 145 Street
West, Rosemount.
Mayor Droste called the meeting to order with Council Members DeBettignies, Shoe-Corrigan,
Weisensel and Demuth attending. Staff present included City Administrator Johnson, City Clerk
Domeier, City Attorney Tietjen, Director of Public Work/City Engineer Brotzler, Community
Development Director Lindquist, Planner Lindahl and Director of Parks and Recreation Schultz.
The Pledge of Allegiance was said.
ADDITIONS OR CORRECTIONS TO AGENDA
City Administrator Johnsons stated there were no proposed changes.
Motion by Droste. Second by Shoe-Corrigan.
Motion to Adopt the Agenda.
Ayes: 5
Nays: 0. Motion carried.
CONSENT AGENDA
Motion by DeBettignies. Second by Weisensel.
Motion to Approve the Consent Agenda.
a.Minutes of the February 3, 2014 Regular Meeting Proceedings
b.Bills Listing
c.Receive Donations – Parks & Recreation Dept.
d.Donation Account Expenditure – Police Equipment Fund
e.Approve Joint Powers Agreement for 2014 Cracksealing and Sealcoating
f.Authorize Eminent Domain – Bacardi Avenue Street and Utility Improvements, City
Project 452 (Resolution 2014-18)
g.Community Center/Armory Maintenance Agreement
h.Cooperative Purchasing Agreement – Splash Pad
Ayes: DeBettignies, Shoe-Corrigan, Droste, Weisensel, Demuth
Nays: None. Motion carried.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
7.a. Bacardi Avenue Improvements Project Public Hearing, City Project 452
Assistant City Engineer Olson provided a summary of the staff report that included proposed
options for the pedestrian bridge. He noted that the bridge would be bid separately from the
Bacardi Avenue Improvement Project. Council Member DeBettignies questioned the life span of the
proposed bridges. Mr. Olson stated all the bridges proposed would last approximately 50 years.
Mayor Droste opened the Public Hearing.
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Craig Mahoney, 13075 Bacardi Avenue, Rosemount, questioned if there was a special ordinance that
requires him to pay for half the road. Mr. Olson explained the City’s assessment policy. He also
explained that the full 40 feet of the road was not included in the assessment calculation. Mr.
Mahoney also questioned if any sewers are collapsing in the northern area. Mr. Olson replied that
the sewer that was being extended was for the current area, toward the north for future
development and on the east and west sides of the road. He added that connection did not need to
occur in the next 10 years unless a system fails.
Council Member Shoe-Corrigan questioned if exceptions are made or if the timeline could
potentially be extended for connection. Director of Public Works/City Engineer explained the
history behind the connection timeline. Further discussion was held on options and requirements
for connection.
Motion by Droste. Second by DeBettignies.
Motion to Close the Public Hearing.
Ayes: 5
Nays: 0. Motion carried.
Council Member DeBettignies questioned if the motions needed to include anything about the
pedestrian bridge. Mr. Olson stated that staff was looking for direction on the pedestrian bridge
item but it did not require any action tonight. Mayor Droste requested that staff prepare a cost data
on the bridge maintenance. Council Member Weisensel stated that the wood would be a more
natural look for the area. Mayor Droste suggested that the pedestrian bridge be discussed at a future
work session.
Motion by DeBettignies. Second by Shoe-Corrigan.
Motion to Adopt a Resolution Ordering the Bacardi Avenue Improvements, City Project
452.
Ayes: Shoe-Corrigan, Droste, Weisensel, Demuth, DeBettignies
Nays: None. Motion carried. (Resolution 2014-19)
Motion by DeBettignies. Second by Shoe-Corrigan.
Motion to Adopt a Resolution Receiving Plans and Specifications and Authorize the
Advertisement of Bids for the Bacardi Avenue Improvements, City Project 452.
Ayes: Droste, Weisensel, Demuth, DeBettignies, Shoe-Corrigan
Nays: None. Motion carried. (Resolution 2014-20)
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OLD BUSINESS
8.a. Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment for Alternative Energy Systems, Case 12-27-TA
Planner Lindahl provided a summary of the staff report. He explained that the motion include
options for including or not including screening.
Council Member Weisensel questioned the 3 foot height requirement for commercial buildings. He
talked about the site lines. Mr. Lindahl stated that 3 feet was the number selected because it was the
same as other requirements for rooftop equipment. Further discussion was held about a reasonable
standard in Rosemount for commercial and residential uses. Council Member Shoe-Corrigan stated
that over time the technology changes will address the aesthetic concerns. Mr. Lindahl provided
more information about the proposed screening.
Mayor Droste was concerned about the buffering. Mr. Lindahl explained the property owner would
be responsible for the screening. The buffering would have to occur on the existing property.
Community Development Director Lindquist explained that the screening proposed is only from
the public right-of-way.
Further discussion was held on the screening of mechanical equipment. Council Member Weisensel
suggested eliminating the three foot requirement for commercial buildings. He wanted the site line
to be the screening.
Discussion was held about the height requirements within the residential zoning districts. Council
Member Shoe-Corrigan questioned how the residential zoning would affect schools. Ms. Lindquist
replied that schools are a non-residential land use.
Further discussion was held about the screening requirements and setbacks. Ms. Lindquist stated
that if Council feels that the setback is enough they should not adopt the screening requirements.
Any IUP would require Council approval.
The Council directed staff to amend the ordinance language to include that non-residential roof
mounted systems will refer back to the zoning district standards but residential mounted systems will
have a height requirement of 3 feet with the exception of schools and churches. Staff will make the
recommended changes and bring back to the next meeting for consideration.
NEW BUSINESS
9.a. Four City Volunteer Service Agreement
City Administrator Johnson provided a summary of the staff report. Council Member Shoe-
Corrigan thought the volunteer efforts were to increase volunteerism with community engagement.
Council Member DeBettignies did not see the partnership as a good fit or a benefit to the
community. Council Member Weisensel requested that the services not be limited to just clerical
support.
Motion by Weisensel. Second by Shoe-Corrigan.
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Motion to approve the attached agreement providing for participation in a four city
program to encourage and recruit volunteers and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to
execute it.
Ayes: Weisensel, Demuth, Shoe-Corrigan, Droste
Nays: DeBettignies. Motion carried.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Mayor Droste reviewed the calendar of events. The next City Council meeting will be held on
Tuesday, March 4, 2014 at 7:00 p.m.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the City Council and upon a motion by Droste,
second by DeBettignies, the meeting was adjourned at 8:34 p.m.
Respectfully Submitted,
Amy Domeier, City Clerk