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HomeMy WebLinkAbout6.a. Minutes of January 16, 2001 Regular City Council Meeting1 ROSEMOUNT CITY PROCEEDINGS REGULAR MEETING JANUARY 16, 2001 Pursuant to due call and notice thereof a regular meeting of the Rosemount City Council was duly held on Tuesday, January 16, 2001, at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 2875 145th Street West. Mayor Busho called the meeting to order with Councilmembers Klassen, Cisewski, Riley, and Edwards present. Also in attendance were City Administrator Burt, City Attorney LeFevere, Human Resources /Communication Coordinator Graff, Community Development Director Parsons, Parks & Recreation Director Schultz, Police Chief Kalstabakken, and Engineering Consultant Weiss. Mayor Busho opened the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance. There were no public comments or response to public comment. Additional information was received on the results of the bid tabulations for Item 8.a. Award Bid for Stage and Bandshell. Recognition of First State Bank of Rosemount Parks & Recreation Director Schultz presented Dave and Barb Tombs of the First State Bank of Rosemount with a plaque of appreciation for the many donations of money and participation in community events. Councilmember Klassen noted the First State Bank of Rosemount was the primary supporter of Teen Night held ten times a year. Last week the event had 281 teens participate. Mayor Busho applauded First State Bank for their generosity with the Fire Department, Police Department, and Parks and Recreation Department. Councilmember Cisewski thanked First State Bank for their donation of the picnic structure in Central Park. Mr. Toombs confirmed the fact that they have been in business for 91 years and they were honored to accept the plaque. Director Schultz also mentioned their participation in D.A.R.E. and summer Safety Camp. Consent Agenda Councilmember Cisewski pulled Consent Agenda Item 61 Mineral Extraction Permit Renewal — Solberg Aggregate Co./Koch Refining Group for discussion and Councilmember Klassen pulled 6.g. Linder's Flower mart Seasonal Permit Renewal. MOTION by Edwards to approve the Consent Agenda removing Item 61 Mineral Extraction Permit Renewal — Solberg Aggregate Co./Koch Refining Group and 6.g. Linder's Flower Mart Seasonal Permit Renewal for discussion. Second by Cisewski. Ayes: Busho, Riley, Edwards, Klassen, Cisewski. Nays: None. Motion carried. a. Minutes of January 2, 2001, Regular City Council Meeting b. Bills Listing C. Expenditure from Donation Account - Administration d. Transfer/Loan — Flexible Spending Account e. On -Sale Liquor License on Public Premise f. Mineral Extraction Permit Renewal - Solberg Aggregate Co./ Koch Refining Group (removed for discussion) g. Linder's Flower Mart Seasonal Permit Renewal (removed for discussion) M _ ROSEMOUNT CITY PROCEEDINGS REGULAR MEETING JANUARY 16, 2001 h. Non -Union Salaries for Year 2001 i. Operations Coordinator Position j. Set Special Meeting for City Council on January 27, 2001 k. Payment No. 7 and Final for Conley Ave. Improvements, City Project 303 1. Order Feasibility Report — Marcotte Pond Forcemain Improvements, C.Proj. 329 M. Order Feasibility Report — Hawkins Pond Lift Station & Forcemain, C. Project 328 n. 2001 Solid Waste Hauler Licenses Item 61. Mineral Extraction Permit Renewal — Solberg Aggregate Co./Koch Refining Group Councilmember Klassen noted that the mining moratorium is still in effect so that any changes to grading would not be acceptable at this time. The renewal of the mineral extraction permit is acceptable. Mr. Loren Howard was present to note that the grading change is for closure of the mining operation. Koch Refining has given Howard notice that the pit will close in 2003. The changed grading plan would allow a better end use of the land. Attorney LeFevere noted that Exhibit A would contain the phasing plan and the conditions would remain the same (thus removing the proposed grading plan changes.) Mayor Busho noted that further discussion on mineral extraction would conclude in March, 2001. MOTION by Klassen to approve the mineral extraction permit renewal for Solberg Aggregate Co., Inc. located on the Koch Refinery property subject to the attached conditions for 2001. Second by Busho. Ayes: Riley, Edwards, Klassen, Cisewski, Busho. Nays: None. Motion carried. Linder's Flower Mart Seasonal Permit Councilmember Klassen stated she was against Linder's locating in Rosemount at peak season without benefit of a vendor's license or a permanent Rosemount address to compete with already established businesses in Rosemount. MOTION by Cisewski to approve the request for Linder's Flower Mart to operate at Rosemount Market Square for the period starting April 15 to July 7, 2001. Second by Riley. Ayes: Cisewski, Busho, Riley. Nays: Edwards, Klassen. Motion carried. Award Bid for Stage and Bandshell Parks & Recreation Director Schultz presented photos of the proposed band shell structure and installation information. This idea began in 1991 with the resident committee for Erickson Community Master Plan. The grading for a grass amphitheater was completed last year and entertainment for Leprechaun Days was done in that area with very positive results. There has been overwhelming response by local groups to use this proposed bandshell. The exterior design would match the design of the Central Park shelter using green shingles and treated wood. The stage will be 54 feet wide by 33 feet deep and be elevated 36 inches. The two bids received are from Miracle Recreation for the bandshell structure and installation 2 ROSEMOUNT CITY PROCEEDINGS REGULAR MEETING JANUARY 16, 2001 and Nadeua Utility, Inc. for the site excavation and concrete stage. Staff recommends approving these bids minus the ramp for the amount of $142,985. MOTION by Klassen to approve the bids for the bandshell, installation, excavation of the site, and construction of the concrete stage in the amount of $142,985. Second by Busho. Ayes: Klassen, Cisewski, Busho, Riley, Edwards. Nays: None. Motion carried. Councilmember Klassen commended the visioning process, in -put from businesses, residents, staff, and many organizations to bring this project to completion. The city's good Capital Improvement Process also made this possible. Congratulations to all. ANNOUNCEMENTS Mayor Busho noted the successful Snow Fun Day last Sunday. Snow shoeing and dog sled rides were available. Busho also thank local reporters for their coverage of this event. Councilmember Klassen reported that the annual Career Day at Rosemount Middle School demonstrated interest from local business and city hall staff who spoke about their professions. This was well received and Klassen thanked staff for their participation. Mayor Busho adjourned the meeting at 8:13 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Linda Jentink, City Clerk The City Council Agenda Packet is Clerk's File 2001 -03. 3