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HomeMy WebLinkAbout6.b. Minutes of the April 1, 2008 City Council Proceedings ROSEMOUNT CITY COUNCIL REGULAR PROCEEDINGS APRIL 1, 2008 CALL TO ORDER Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, a regular meeting of the Rosemount City Council was duly held on Tuesday, April 1, 2008, at 7:30 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, Sterner and Baxter in attendance. Also in attendance were City Administrator Verbrugge, Assistant City Administrator Foster, Community Development Director Lindquist, Project Manager Aderhold, City Engineer Brotzler, Chief of Police Kalstabakken, Fire Chief Aker, Director of Parks and Recreation Schultz, Communications Coordinator Cox and City Clerk Domeier. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by the Boy Scouts in attendance. ADDITIONS OR CORRECTIONS TO AGENDA City Administrator Verbrugge stated the addition of item 6.o. Receive Plans and Specifications /Authorize Ad for Bid Well House #15, City Project #408 to the Consent Agenda. Motion by Droste. Second by Baxter. Motion to Adopt the Agenda with the Addition of item 6.o. Ayes: 5 Nays: 0. Motion carried. DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS /BUSINESS 3.a. Commendations for attainment of Eagle Scout rank The City Council commended John Hannasch and Colin Patience for recently obtaining the Eagle Scout ranking. 3.b. Recognition of American Legion Fire Fighter and Police Officer of the Year Fire Fighter Leigh Anderson and Police Officer Mikael Dahlstrom were recognized for receiving awards from the American Legion Post #65. 3.c. Presentation by Staff Sergeant Erik Solheid and Michelle Solheid Staff Sergeant Eric G. Solheid and Michelle Solheid presented a United States flag that was flown during SSG Solheid's deployment in Iraq. Mayor Droste proudly accepted the flag which will be permanently displayed in the Council Chambers. 3.d. Arbor Day Proclamation Parks and Recreation Director Schultz presented information about the proclamation naming May 3, 2008 as Arbor Day and the month of May as Arbor Month. Motion by Droste. Second by Sterner. Motion to approve the attached proclamation naming May 3, 2008 as Arbor Day and the month of May as Arbor Month. ROSEMOUNT CITY COUNCIL REGULAR PROCEEDINGS APRIL 1, 2008 Ayes: 5 Nays: 0. Motion carried. CONSENT AGENDA Motion by Baxter. Second by DeBettignies. Motion to approve the Consent Agenda with the addition of item 6.o. Ayes: DeBettignies, Shoe Corrigan, Droste, Sterner, Baxter. Nays: None. Motion carried. PUBLIC HEARINGS 7.a. Assessment Hearing 2007 Street Improvements Project, City Project #410 Project Engineer Aderhold provided an overview of the 2007 Street Improvement Project. City Attorney LeFevere explained the assessment appeal process. Mayor Droste opened the public hearing. Rick Cook, 14665 Biscayne Way, Rosemount, expressed concern about the cracks in the driveway aprons. He was also concerned about the slope from the homes to the street level. He added that the City did a fabulous job on the project. City Engineer Brotzler explained the warranty period for the project. He also explained how the concrete cracks may be fixed. Laura Radosevich, 14765 Cambrian Avenue, Rosemount, questioned if the street improvements improved her property value. Mr. Brotzler explained the assessment process that was provided in State Statute. Ms. Radosevich also expressed her personal concerns about the project. She was not convinced that Cambrian Avenue was in a state that it needed to be repaired. She was also concerned about the property value, loss of trees and water pressure. She added that she felt the truck traffic during the construction of the Rosemount Crossing project caused the damage to the road. Mr. Aderhold stated he was aware of Ms. Radosevich's claims and would be checking into her claims. He stated that eight trees were removed that were within the right -of -way. Mr. Brotzler added that the tree removal was necessary for the replacement of the sewer and water service. City Attorney LeFevere stated that the claims described would be against the contractor and would not be handled as part of the appeal process. Ms. Radosevich's stated the trouble they had with accessing their property. She also stated that the new driveways and sidewalks did not match aesthetically. Mr. Brotzler explained more about the pavement management program including the rating system that is used on all streets. Motion by Droste. Second by Baxter. Motion to Close the Public Hearing. ROSEMOUNT CITY COUNCIL REGULAR PROCEEDINGS APRIL 1, 2008 Ayes: 5 Nays: 0. Motion carried. Council Member Shoe Corrigan questioned the complaint of the outside faucet that leaked for two days. Mr. Aderhold stated that he was unaware of the complaint. Council Member Shoe Corrigan questioned if the deterioration of the street was caused by truck traffic. Mr. Brotzler stated no and added that garbage trucks do as much damage to a street on a weekly basis. Council Member DeBettignies questioned the tree replacement policy. Mr. Brotzler stated that tree replacement varied depending upon circumstances and the property owner's requests. Council Member Baxter explained to the residents the amount of time that is spent during the budget season on the pavement management program. Mayor Droste explained the appeal process. Ms. Radosevich provided an appeal notice to Mr. Aderhold. Motion by Baxter. Second by Shoe Corrigan. Motion to Adopt a Resolution Adopting the Assessment Roll for the 2007 Street Improvements Project, City Project #410. Ayes: Shoe Corrigan, Droste, Sterner, Baxter, DeBettignies Nays: None. Motion carried. ANNOUNCEMENTS The Mayor and City Council Members thanked City Administrator Verbrugge for his five years of service and dedication to the City of Rosemount. Mr. Verbrugge thanked the Mayor and City Council Members for their kind words. Mayor Droste reviewed the calendar of upcoming events. The next regular City Council meeting will be held on April 15, 2008. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the City Council, Mayor Droste made a motion to adjourn the meeting, second by Sterner. The motion was adjourned at 9:03 p.m. Respectfully Submitted, Amy Domeier, City Clerk