HomeMy WebLinkAbout4.a. Minutes of August 4, 1992 Regular MeetingROSEMOUNT CITY PROCEEDINGS
REGULAR MEETING
AUGUST 4, 1992
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof a Regular Meeting of the City
Council of the City of Rosemount was duly held on August 4, 1992, at
7:30 p.m. in the Council Chamber at City Hall, 2875 145th Street West.
Mayor McMenomy called the meeting to order. Councilmembers present
included Willcox, Wippermann, Staats, and Klassen. City staff present
included Jilk, Freese, Wasmund, Lundy, Walsh, Aker, Pearson, Bechtold,
Osmundson, and May.
Mayor McMenomy led the group in the Pledge of Allegiance.
The agenda was amended to remove from the Consent Agenda items 4. i) to be
discussed under Old Business and 4. 1) to be discussed under New Business
and to add item 8. e) MVTA Update under New Business.
Councilmember Klassen updated Council on recent SOAR meetings and
activities and dates of upcoming meetings. City Administrator Jilk
reviewed information regarding work being done by the Technical Advisory
Committee for siting of the airport and information from the "Dual Track
Update", a newsletter published by the Metropolitan Airports Commission.
Public Works Director Wasmund briefly updated Council on the status of
stormwater utility calls being received. Of the 3,686 billings mailed out,
1,277 of these were stormwater customers only. The Public Works Department
has received 177 calls and as a result 100 adjustments have or will be
made. It was suggested that staff research the idea of adding verbiage on
the stormwater bill advising residents that they can pay their bills
annually.
Fire Marshal Lundy reviewed the report from ISO Commerical Risks Services,
Inc. regarding the City's fire insurance classification. Lundy advised
that the City's rating had improved to 5/9 from 6. A rating of 5 applies
to buildings within 1000 feet of a fire hydrant and a rating of 9 is for
buildings with no fire hydrants near them. This new classification will
result in a decrease in fire insurance rates for many commercial properties
within the City, and it was also noted that this rating was comparable to
other surrounding cities. The new classification took effect March 1,
1992.
MOTION by Willcox to approve the Consent Agenda with the correction to the
July 21, 1992 minutes on the last page regarding polling of an amended
motion and with the two items pulled from the Consent Agenda. SECOND
Klassen. Ayes: Willcox, Wippermann, McMenomy, Staats, Klassen. Nays: 0.
Mayor McMenomy opened the public hearing scheduled at this time to consider
public improvements for O'Leary's Hills 5th Addition Street and Utility
Improvements, Project #232.
The recording secretary presented for the record the Affidavit of
Publication and Affidavit of Posted Hearing Notice. See Clerk's File
1992- 31.
City Engineer Osmundson reviewed costs relating to the project and informed
Council and audience that Dave Simons from SEH would provide an overview of
the project if they so desired.
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There were no questions or concerns expressed from the audience or
Council.
MOTION by Wippermann to close the public hearing. SECOND by Staats. Ayes:
Wippermann, McMenomy, Staats, Klassen, Willcox. Nays: 0.
MOTION by Wippermann to adopt A RESOLUTION TO APPROVE O'LEARY'S HILLS 5TH
ADDITION STREET & UTILITY IMPROVEMENTS, PROJECT 232. SECOND by Staats.
Ayes: McMenomy, Staats, Klassen Willcox, Wippermann. Nays: 0.
MOTION by Wippermann to adopt A RESOLUTION ORDERING PLANS AND
SPECIFICATIONS FOR O'LEARY'S HILLS 5TH ADDITION STREET & UTILITY
IMPROVEMENTS, PROJECT 232. SECOND by Staats. Ayes: Staats, Klassen,
Willcox, Wippermann, McMenomy. Nays: 0.
Mayor McMenomy opened the public hearing to consider the Armory Project,
Comprehensive Guide Plan Amendment No. 23.
The recording secretary presented for the record the Affidavit of
Publication and Affidavit of Posted Hearing Notice. See Clerk's File
1992-31.
Director of Planning Freese advised that a minor amendment to the
Comprehensive Guide Plan was necessary to include the Armory site into the
Metropolitan Urban Service Area which is necessary to be allowed to extend
urban services to the site. Council was also advised that this amendment
could be put into effect as soon as 10 days after the Metropolitan Council
receives the application and approves it.
There were no questions or concerns from the audience.
Director Freese answered a question regarding a concern on whether the
approval of the amendment was in sync with the construction timeframe of
the Armory. Freese stated that approval should be in place prior to any
bids being received on the project.
MOTION by Wippermann to close the public hearing. SECOND by Klassen.
Ayes: Staats, Klassen; Willcox, Wippermann, McMenomy. Nays: 0.
MOTION by Wippermann to adopt A RESOLUTION AMENDING THE COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE
PLAN OF THE CITY OF ROSEMOUNT TO INCLUDE THE 12 -ACRE NATIONAL GUARD
ARMORY/COMMUNITY CENTER SITE WITHIN THE METROPOLITAN URBAN SERVICE AREA
(MUSA) BOUNDARY. SECOND by Klassen. Ayes: Klassen, Willcox, Wippermann,
McMenomy, Staats. Nays: 0.
Finance Director May introduced Mike Schaefer of Springsted to review the
bids for the sale of $895,000 General Obligation Storm Water Revenue Bonds,
Series 1992A. Mr. Schaefer advised that it was a tight sale with four bids
received and that the interest rates were very favorable. He recommended
awarding the bid to FBS Investment Services, Inc.
MOTION by Klassen to adopt A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING OFFER ON THE SALE OF
$895,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION IMPROVEMENT BONDS, SERIES 1992A, PROVIDING FOR
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THEIR ISSUANCE AND LEVYING A TAX FOR THE PAYMENT THEREOF. SECOND by
Staats. Ayes: Willcox, Wippermann, McMenomy, Staats, Klassen. Nays: 0.
Mr. Schaefer also reviewed the bids for the sale of General Obligation
Storm Water Revenue Bonds, Series 1992. He stated that the rates were
slightly better because of the length of maturity and that these interest
rates were also very favorable. He recommended awarding the bid to FBS
Investment Services, Inc.
MOTION by Klassen to adopt A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING OFFER ON SALE OF
$1,525,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION STORM WATER REVENUE BONDS, SERIES 1992B AND
PROVIDING FOR THEIR ISSUANCE. SECOND by Staats. Ayes: Wippermann,
McMenomy, Staats, Klassen, Wippermann. Nays: 0.
Parks & Recreation Director Bechtold explained to Council the factors
relating to why the bids came in higher than the architect's estimates for
the Jaycee Park shelter. He explained that because a 12 -foot concrete slab
was added around the shelter for maintenance reasons and to facilitate
handicap access, the estimates were higher than expected. Mr. Neil Weber,
of Schwarz Weber Architects, explained that because of new ADA requirements
in regard to restroom facilities, costs were much higher than originally
planned because of the addition of square footage to accommodate these new
requirements. Discussion ensued regarding the Jaycees' $80,000 donation
and where this donation should be used. Director Bechtold explained that
the Jaycee donation was now slated for use in the Erickson Park shelter
project because the Jaycee Park shelter was downgraded in size. The
Jaycees approved the change in funding allocation. Finance Director May
and Director Bechtold explained that the Jaycee donation could be utilized
on either project at Council discretion. It was also questioned whether
there was an advantage to bidding this project at a later date. Mr. Weber
explained that it would not change much when considering inflation and that
the bidding climate in the state is favorable because of the lack of
projects being bid. The shelter should be completed by November 15, 1992.
MOTION by Willcox to accept the bids and to award the contract to the C.O.
Field Company for the amount of $127,750, funding to come from CIP Account
#521 for $90,000, $18,000 from CIP #531, the fountain from Jaycee donations
and the remaining amount from Park Dedication. SECOND by Klassen. Ayes:
McMenomy, Staats, Klassen, Willcox, Wippermann. Nays: 0.
Director Freese reviewed the reasons for Mr. Tom O'Leary resubmitting the
Carrollton 4th Addition final plat for approval. Director Freese stated
that the necessary steps to resolve title problems with properties along
the eastern boundary have been taken care of and that the documents are
being drafted. It was also noted that problems with adjoining neighbors
have also been resolved. Councilmember Willcox asked that when the project
is resumed, the developer address issues relating to severe dust problems
and late night work.
MOTION by Willcox to adopt A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE CARROLLTON 4TH
ADDITION FINAL PLAT and to authorize the execution of the development
contract. SECOND by Staats. Ayes: McMenomy, Staats, Klassen, Willcox,
Wippermann. Nays: 0.
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Parks & Recreation Director Bechtold reviewed his recommendation to replace
and take down the old hockey rink and construct two new ones behind the old
MNDOT garage at the north end of the City Hall parking lot. Because of a
plan to place these rinks in the northern part of Erickson Park when plans
are implemented for the new shelter and amphitheater, Council raised
concerns that these rinks should not be moved at this time, but to wait and
develop the park all at once. Director Bechtold stated that they have
delayed replacing the lights and poles because of this proposed move and
that because of safety concerns they should be replaced this year when the
new rinks are built. Councilmember Klassen felt that these rinks could be
moved twice anyway depending on the planned development of the park, and
she felt that Council should show the community that they are committed to
moving ahead with the Erickson Park projects.
MOTION by McMenomy to accept the quotes and to award the contract for the
grading of the hockey rink site in the Erickson Community Square to the
firm of DLR Excavating for $12,512.50. SECOND by Klassen. Ayes: Klassen,
Wippermann, McMenomy. Nays: Staats, Willcox.
City Council provided City Administrator Jilk names to serve on the Fire
Station Referendum Citizens Committee. See Clerk's File 1992- 31.
MOTION by McMenomy to approve the appointment of the persons recommended by
Councilmembers and Mayor McMenomy to the Fire Station Referendum Citizens
Committee. SECOND by Staats. Ayes: Willcox, Wippermann, McMenomy,
Staats, Klassen. Nays: 0.
Administrator Jilk requested that Council approve the attendance of up to
three Councilmembers/Mayor and the City Administrator to attend the
National League of Cities Conference in New Orleans scheduled for November
28 through December 2, 1992.
MOTION by McMenomy to approve the attendance of up to three
Councilmembers/Mayor and the City Administrator to attend the National
League of Cities Conference in 1992 and the authorization for normal
expenses be paid by the City. SECOND by Wippermann. Ayes: Wippermann,
McMenomy, Staats, Klassen. Nays: Willcox.
Mayor McMenomy called for a recess at 9:20 and reconvened the Regular City
Council Meeting at 9:28 p.m.
The agenda was amended at this time to consider item 8. b), being a
proposal for an Islamic Community Cemetery. Representatives of the Islamic
Community indicated that their wish at this time was to receive a concept
approval and no formal action was requested. Assistant Planner Pearson
explained that the land in question was a 15 -acre parcel between Biscayne
Avenue and the Soo Line Railroad across from Rosemount Woods. The ultimate
capacity of this cemetery would be approximately 4,000 burial spaces and
would provide for their needs for many years. Pearson also explained that
a Guide Plan amendment would have to be done and the land would have to be
rezoned from agricultural to public. Mr. Elakkad was introduced to explain
the Islamic community and ask Council for any objections to their proposal.
No objections were voiced from Council.
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The agenda was amended again to consider item 8. a), being U.S. Home
Corporation in regards.to their final plat approval for Country Hills Sixth
Addition. Director Freese reviewed information regarding this request and
advised that the Planning Commission had reviewed the final plat and passed
a motion recommending approval subject to their listed terms.
Councilmembers raised concerns regarding tree preservation and were
informed by Assistant Planner Pearson that the PUD agreement has in place a
tree preservation policy and explained some of the details. Mr. Lee
Johnson, representing U.S. Homes, answered questions regarding price range
of homes.
MOTION by McMenomy to adopt A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE COUNTRY HILLS SIXTH
ADDITION FINAL PLAT and to authorize the execution of the development
contract. SECOND by Willcox. Ayes: McMenomy, Staats, Klassen, Willcox.
Nays: Wippermann.
The regular order of the agenda was resumed at this time.
City Administrator Jilk commented on the Goal Setting Report received from
Don Bargen, the outside consultant involved in the session. This report is
a result of the session held on June 12, 1992 to develop goals and
strategies for the next 90 day work period. Jilk requested that Council
accept the report and approve the goals and strategies as outlined in this
report. Council stated a desire to research the idea of televising City
Council meetings on cable.
MOTION by Willcox to accept the report for the 1992 goal setting session
and to approve the goals and strategies as outlined. SECOND by Staats.
Ayes: Staats, Klassen, Willcox, Wippermann, McMenomy. Nays: 0.
Councilmember Willcox commented that funds spent to send the Building
Official to the ICBG Business Meeting in Dallas, Texas, could be put to
better use elsewhere. Mayor McMenomy stated that funds spent for the
continuing education of City staff was worth these expenditures.
MOTION by McMenomy to authorize the Building Official to attend the Annual
ICBO Conference in Dallas, Texas, August 30, 1992 - September 4, 1992, and
not to exceed $1,150. SECOND by Klassen. Ayes: Klassen, Wippermann,
McMenomy, Staats. Nays: Willcox.
Administrative Assistant Walsh introduced the new "Policy Against Workplace
Harassment" and stated that the policy had been drafted by City Attorney
Mike Miles. Walsh also stated that training sessions for all City
employees will be conducted by Miles. Councilmember Klassen asked if
changes could be made to wording in certain places. Staff will make the
suggested changes.
MOTION by Wippermann to adopt policy number AD -4 entitled, Policy Against
Workplace Harassment. SECOND by Staats. Ayes: Willcox, Wippermann,
McMenomy, Staats, Klassen. Nays: 0.
City Engineer Osmundson reviewed his memo requesting approval to have a
consultant, OSM Engineering, complete a transportation study for the
western portion of the city. Osmundson explained that with the Highway 52
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Corridor study now being done under joint venture with Dakota County, Inver
Grove Heights and Koch, this study would blend with the western study and
provide a complete transportation study for the City. Osmundson further
explained that the purpose of the study will be to provide needed
information and planning for the Comprehensive Guide Plan, assist with the
Street Capital Improvements Program, and guide future transportation
planning for the developing areas and existing areas of western Rosemount.
Osmundson introduced Mr. Ron Bray from OSM to answer any questions Council
had regarding the study. It was questioned why Highway 3 was not included
in this study and it was explained that Highway 3 is now and always will be
a major collector street and that the state has no plans to make any
changes, unless plans are initiated by the City. It was noted that this
study will be completed within a 6-8 week timeframe, if approved.
MOTION by Willcox to authorize staff to proceed with the transportation
study. SECOND by Klassen. Ayes: Wippermann, McMenomy, Staats, Klassen,
Willcox. Nays: 0.
Councilmember Klassen informed Council that a new bus route, with a
destination of the Mall of America, is being added by the MVTA. This route
will begin August 10, 1992. She also advised that the C.R. 42 route is
being heavily used and appears to be successful.
Councilmember Klassen expressed a concern that because of the proposal to
amend the Redevelopment Plan and Tax Increment Financing Plan to
accommodate the Armory site, it appears to the public that the financing
for this project is a "done deal." Administrator Jilk advised that this
preparation work will not commit the City to any funding.
MOTION by McMenomy to adopt A RESOLUTION APPROVING SPECIAL LAW and direct
Briggs and Morgan to prepare amendments to the Redevelopment Plan and Tax
Increment Financing Plan. SECOND by Willcox. Ayes: McMenomy, Staats,
Klassen, Willcox, Wippermann. Nays: 0.
Mayor McMenomy requested that staff research the idea of requiring time
requirements for putting in new lawns with newly built homes.
Mayor McMenomy requested that staff research costs for televising City
Council meetings on cable television. Council agreed that residents should
be asked if they would like meetings televised and that they should be
informed of costs associated with this service. They also agreed that this
should be presented to residents in the form of a survey in the local
newspaper.
Motion by Wippermann to adjourn.
ATTEST:
Stephan Jilk, City Administrator
SECOND by Willcox. Ayes: 5.
Respectfully submitted,
N.
Deborah Widstrom
Recording Secretary
Nays. 0.