HomeMy WebLinkAbout4.a. Minutes of April 5, 1988 Regular MeetingROSEMO CITY PROCEEDINGS
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Pursuant to due call and notice thereof the Regular Meeting of
the City Council of the City of Rosemount was duly held on
Tuesday, April 5, 1988, at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers of
the City Hall.
Mayor Hoke called the meeting to order with all members present.
Mayor Hoke led the group in the Pledge of Allegiance.
The agenda was amended to include Item 9(i) Fire Department
Membership/Grievance Committee Approval and Item 9(j) Training
Exercise/Burning Permit Approval.
MOTION by Wippermann to approve the Consent Calendar with
amendment to page 3, paragraph 7, line 9, to read, Hefti further
recommended that upon completion of a satisfactory six month
probationary period, Sandstrom be moved up to the Step C
classification; and after one year completion of a successful
probationary period, move up to Step D classification. SECOND by
Walsh. Ayes: Walsh, Wippermann, Hoke, Oxborough, Napper. Nays:
0. '
MOTION by Walsh to ratify the election of Robert Tabery as
secretary of the Rosemount Volunteer Fire Department beginning
this date and ending at the annual meeting in January, 1989.
SECOND by Oxborough. Ayes: Wippermann, Hoke, Oxborough, Napper,
Walsh. Nays: 0.
Mayor Hoke conducted the swearing in of Robert Tabery for the
position of secretary for the Rosemount Volunteer Fire
Department. Secretary Tabery was congratulated by Council and
staff. See Clerk's File 1988-10.
Administrator Stephan Jilk advised the fire department salaries
approved by Council at the December 1, 1987 regular Council
meeting were somewhat different from the salaries that were
approved by the fire department membership on December 8, 1987 at
a special meeting. At the regular March meeting the fire
department membership voted to present the salary situation to
Council again for adjustment. Specifically, the membership
requested that the fire marshall's salary go from $750 to $600
and the training department go from $350 to $500. The
administrator recommended approval of the adjustment. See
Clerk's File 1987-10.
MOTION by Walsh to approve the officer salaries recommended by
the fire deparmtent as outlined in the memorandum from Scott Aker
dated March 23, 1988. SECOND by Napper. Ayes: Hoke, Oxborough,
Napper, Walsh, Wippermann. Nays: 0.
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City Engineer Rich Hefti advised he contacted Torn Nelson,
Director of Support Services of Independent School District 196,
who indicated he did not feel the school district could provide
any financial assistance in the Chili/Chippendale intersection,
Project 179. Traffic consultant, Glen Van Wormer, provided an
overview of the revised feasibility study and answered questions
from Council and residents regarding this project. It was the
unanimous consensus of the Council that staff arrange a meeting
with school district officials to discuss further the school
district's financial responsibility in this project and that
plans and specifications be postponed until this meeting occurs.
See Clerk's File 1988-10.
MOTION by Walsh to accept and place on file the feasibility
report on 145th Street Intersections at Chippendale Avenue and
Chili Avenue, City Project No. 179. SECOND by Wippermann. Ayes:
Oxborough, Napper, Walsh, Wippermann, Hoke. Nays: 0.
Mayor Hoke suspended the regular agenda at 8:00 p.m. to allow the
Council to conduct a public hearing scheduled for that time.
Mayor Hoke opened the public hearing to consider the improvements
for Project ##181, Sanitary Sewer Extension from Lift Station ##4
to Shannon Parkway.
The administrator/clerk had in his presence the Affidavit of
Publication and Affidavit of Mailed and Posted Hearing Notice.
See Clerk's File 1988-10.
Consulting Engineer Steve Campbell provided a presentation of the
project, the scope and the estimated cost. Campbell recommended
combining this project with Project 176 to enable a cost savings
although there would be a separation of costs for each project.
City Engineer Rich Hefti advised there was an informational
meeting held on March 29, 1988 for the residents in the project
area. Hefti explained the proposed method of assessments to
include an estimated assessment rate of $18.50 per front foot.
Hefti felt consideration should be given to extending the
mandatory hook up time for those residents who have recently
revamped their septic system and drainfield. See Clerk's File
1988-10.
.john Hawkins, 4173 - 145th Street West opposed the proposed
assessment on his two lots which are zoned agriculture and stated
he felt the developer of the Carrollton property should
participate in the assessments of this project.
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City Engineer Hefti answered several questions from Council and
audience members regarding extension of the sanitary sewer hookup
time, the affect of the project on the market value of homes, the
proposed assessment methodology, green acres and senior citizen
deferment policies for assessments and placement of future water
lines in this area.
MOTION by Walsh to close the public hearing. SECOND by
Wippermann. Ayes: Napper, Walsh, Wippermann, Hoke, Oxborough.
Nays: 0.
Councilmember Wippermann advised he would not approve the project
until the issue on the assessment method for this project is
resolved. The general consensus of the Council was to order the
plans and specifications, and direct staff to address the
assessment issue with further recommendations to Council prior to
approval of the plans and specifications.
MOTION by Walsh to approve Project 181, Sanitary Sewer Extension
from Lift Station #4 to Shannon Parkway and to order the plans
and specifications for Project 181. SECOND by Napper. Ayes:
Walsh, Hoke, Oxborough, Napper. Nays: Wippermann.
Mayor Hoke opened the public hearing scheduled for this time
explaining the purpose of the hearing is to consider the Shannon
Oaks Preliminary Plat.
The administrator/clerk had in his presence the Affidavit of
Published Notice and the Affidavit of Mailed and Posted Hearing
Notice. See Clerk's File 1988-10.
Community Development Director Dean Johnson presented the
preliminary plat for Shannon Oaks which consists of 62.4 acres
and subdivided into twelve lots. This plat is located off County
Highway 38 and will be accessed from the northernmost portion of
Shannon Parkway which will be constructed for this project. The
lots range in size from slightly over four acres to approximately
seven acres yielding an overall density of one home per five
acres.
Developer John Houston, President of the Great Stock Corporation
explained the Shannon Oaks preliminary plat and answered
questions from Council concerning grading and trails. Houston
advised there will be minimal grading and clearing of trees, and
he is contemplating trails on each side of the proposed Shannon
Parkway and around the perimeter of the subdivision.
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Johnson advised the Planning Commission has indicated they will
approve a variance request to allow horses on those lots less
than five acres.
MOTION by Wippermann to close the public hearing. SECOND by
Oxborough. Ayes: Wippermann, Hoke, Oxborough, Napper, Walsh.
Nays: 0.
MOTION by Wippermann to adopt Resolution 1988-25, A RESOLUTION
GIVING APPROVAL TO THE SHANNON OARS PRELIMINARY PLAT AND SETTING
OUT THE CONDITIONS FOR FINAL APPROVAL. SECOND by Oxborough.
Ayes: Hoke, Oxborough, Napper, Walsh, Wippermann. Nays: 0.
A recess was called at 9:10 p.m. with the meeting continuing at
9:24 p.m.
Administrator Stephan Jilk informed Council of the names of the
two residents who indicated a desire to serve on the Dakota
County subcommittees concerning solid waste issues. One of the
citizens contacted city hall this date and indicated there may be
a time problem. Council discussed the two councilmembers who
indicated a willingness to serve on the committee and the one
resident. See Clerk's File 1988-10.
MOTION by Hoke to appoint Vernon Napper to the Recycling
Committee, John Oxborough to the Routed Collection Committee and
John Stoerzinger to the Education Committee. SECOND by Walsh.
Ayes: Oxborough, Napper, Walsh, Wippermann, Hoke. Nays: 0.
Administrator Stephan Jilk referred to his memorandum dated March
28, 1989 regarding the commission/committee pay information
survey by city staff and the results. The administrator advised
the survey revealed that the majority of standing committees are
not specifically compensated for monthly meetings but receive pay
for associated expenses for conferences and outside city
meetings. The survey further revealed the reimbursement for
educational expenditures is different for every city, and the
compensation for monthly meetings averages $25-$35. Discussion
followed with Council offering several recommendations. See
Clerk's File 1988-10.
MOTION by Walsh to approve the compensation levels for the
Utilities Commission, Cable TV Commission and HRA Commission at a
$25 a meeting rate and the Planning Commission and Parks &
Recreation Committee at a $15 a meeting rate. SECOND by Napper.
Ayes: Napper, Walsh, Hoke, Oxborough. Nays: Wippermann.
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MOTION by Oxborough to adopt Ordinance No. VII.51 AN ORDINANCE
AMENDING TITLE 2, CHAPTER 4, PERTAINING TO PUBLIC UTILITIES
COMMISSION. SECOND by Hoke. Ayes: Walsh, Wippermann, Hoke,
Oxborough, Napper. Nays: 0.
Community Development Director Dean Johnson
the transit opt -out involving the cities of
Rosemount, Apple Valley, Burnsville and Eag
study to evaluate transit needs in this are
Council a grant for up to $50,000 has been
area needs assessment/transit study as well
the Regional Transit Board staff,
provided an update on
Prior Lake, Savage,
an to coordinate a
a. Johnson informed
approved to fund an
as the involvement of
Council reviewed the petition received from the developer of
Shannon'Oaks for the construction of Shannon Parkway within the
Shannon Oaks development. City Engineer Hefti noted the
developed area represents 100% of the property owners affected by
this proposed project and recommended that Council order the
feasibility report. See Clerk's File 1988-10.
MOTION by Wippermann to received the petition and order the
feasibility report for Shannon Parkway North Street Improvements,
Project #185. SECOND by Oxborough. Ayes: Wippermann, Hoke,
Oxborough, Napper, Walsh. Nays: 0.
Discussion on the airport issue was addressed by Mayor Hoke.
Mayor Hoke outlined the format for discussion: (1) provide
background review to some citizens who may not be familiar with
the process; (2) have council discussion; (3) recognize L. James
Fortman, Director of Airport Development, Metropolitan Airports
Commission; (4) hear from citizens; and (5) action by Council, if
necessary.
Mayor Hoke reviewed his understanding of the current studies
being conducted by the Airport Adequacy Task Force and the
Metropolitan Airports Commission. Mayor Hoke advised the sole
purpose of the Airport Adequacy Task Force is to determine the
adequacy of the existing airport to handle the projected demand
on it; and if the projections cannot be handle by the existing
airport whether or not a new airport should be built. Mayor Hoke
stated the Council had taken a position to honor the process
established by these two commissions; but because of ongoing
studies, media coverage of the process and other proponents'
recommendations have led to the general public's perception that
Rosemount is being.considered and in fact has already been
chosen for the new airport, the Mayor recommended that Council
reconsider their present position. Mayor Hoke questioned whether
the rules of the formal process that Council has been honoring
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changed by giving so much credibility to the Citizens League and
the Serrin/Richter report.
James Fortman, Director of Airport Development, Metropolitan
Airports Commission, advised he requested to attend this Council
meeting to clarify any questions and to clarify the present
process by the associated airport agencies. Fortman reviewed the
process of the Metropolitan Airports Commission and the
Metropolitan Council noting that the study by the Metropolitan
Airports Commission addresses the existing airport only. Fortman
offered to return before Council in a few months to provide
another update. Fortman also explained the Serrin/Richter plan
advising the plan was designed by two individuals who are members
of the Metropolitan Aircraft Sound Abatement Council, and not
associated with the Metropolitan Airports Commission.
Members of the audience offered several questions and comments
regarding the possibility of an airport in Rosemount.
Council discussed the Airport Position Paper prepared by city
staff in setting a position on the issue of the airport, the
media coverage on the airport and citizen concerns about the
process occurring presently dealing with this issue. Council
unanimously agreed a form of communication should be forwarded to
the agencies involved setting out the city's position.
Councilmember Wippermann consented to act as Council liaison to
any citizens concerned with the airport issue.
MOTION by Napper to nominate Dennis Wippermann as Council liaison
to citizens on the airport issue. SECOND by Walsh. Ayes: Iioke,
Oxborough, Napper, Walsh, Wippermann. Nays: 0.
MOTION by Wippermann to direct city staff to address letters to
the Minneapolis/St. Paul International Airport Adequacy Study
Commission, Metropolitan Council, Metropolitan Airports
Commission and Metropolitan Aircraft Sound Abatement Council
outlining the three position statements outlined in the Airport
Position Paper dated March 31, 1988 and to request these agencies
to clarify their positions on the proposals for the new airport
being presented through the Serrin/Richter plan and any other
proposals. SECOND by Hoke. Ayes: Oxborough, Napper, Walsh,
Wippermann, Napper. Nays: 0.
Mayor Hoke gave a slide presentation on his proposal for a
community involvement process. Mayor Hoke stated he felt it was
the responsibility of council and staff to empower citizens to be
a part of the community involvement process. The Mayor proposed
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utilizing the services of the Minnesota Community Improvement
Program which would provide recommendations and staff to assist
in the community involvement process. Mayor Hoke explained the
core of the community involvement process would be town meetings
with the first one to be held this fall. He further suggested
that a steering committee be appointed to help in the planning
for the fall town meeting. Mayor Hoke also requested approval
for an open house to be held on May 3, 1988 at city hall in
conjunction with Minnesota Cities Week to be proclaimed by the
Governor for the first week in May.
MOTION by Hoke to apply to be part of the Minnesota Community
Improvement Process, to support the concept of community
involvement process and to have an open house at city hall on May
3, 1988 in participation of Minnesota Cities Week. SECOND by
Wippermann. Ayes: Napper, Walsh, Wippermann, Hoke, Oxborough.
Nays: 0.
Bob Sime of 1504 Auburn Court, Eagan, Minnesota requested that
Council adjust or forgive his assessment on Lot 5, Block 2 of
White Lake Acres. Sime objected to having to pay the interest on
the special assessment due to lack of notice of the assessment.
Sime offered to pay the assessment and interest to date.
MOTION by Walsh to deny the request of Bob Sime to adjust or
forgive the interest on Lot 5, Block 2 of White Lake Acres.
SECOND by Napper. Ayes: Walsh, Wippermann, Hoke, Oxborough,
Napper. Nays: 0.
City Engineer Rich Hefti requested Council authorization to
authorize up to $10,000 for various handicap access projects
within the city, removing the existing grass around the tennis
court in Charlies' Park and replacing it with concrete and other
additional work the contractor would be able to perform at the
same time. See Clerk's File 1988-10.
MOTION by Napper to authorize expenditures not to exceed $10,000
for the items listed in the city engineer's memorandum dated
March 31, 1988. SECOND by Walsh. Ayes: Wippermann, Hoke,
Oxborough, Napper, Walsh. Nays: 0.
City Engineer Hefti reported on the survey conducted by the
public works department regarding the existing conczete sidewalk
situation in the city and the approximately 9,000 square feet of
sidewalk'in very poor condition. See Clerk's File 1988-10.
MOTION by Wippermann to authorize staff to prepare a feasibility
report on the condition of the existing sidewalk, the appropriate
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correction methods and the estimated cost. SECOND by Oxborough.
Ayes: Hoke, Oxborough, Napper, Walsh, Wippermann. Nays: 0.
City Engineer Rich Hefti requested Council's approval to add to
the State Aid Street System 135th Street from Biscayne Avenue to
0.41 mile east of Biscayne (Bacardi Avenue) and an extension of
Bacardi Avenue from 135th Street to County Road 42. See Clerk's
File 1988-10.
MOTION by Walsh to adopt Resolution 1988-26, A RESOLUTION
ESTABLISHING A MUNICIPAL STATE AID STREET, 135TH STREET FROM
BISCAYNE AVENUE TO BACARDI AVENUE (0.41 MI). SECOND by Hoke.
Ayes: Oxborough, Napper, Walsh, Wippermann, Hoke. Nays: 0.
MOTION by Walsh to adopt Resolution 1988-27, A RESOLUTION
ESTABLISHING A MUNICIPAL STATE AID STREET, BACARDI AVENUE, FROM
135TH STREET WEST TO COUNTY STATE AID HIGHWAY 42 (1.05 MI).
SECOND by Wippermann, Ayes: Napper, Walsh, Wippermann, Hoke,
Oxborough. Nays: 0.
Council reviewed the specifications for the tractor
backhoe/loader as prepared by staff. City Engineer Hefti
requested that Council approve the specifications and authorize
advertisement for bids with a bid opening date of April 19, 1988,
at 10:00 a.m. See Clerk's File 1988-10.
MOTION by Napper to approve the specifications and authorize
advertisement for bids for the tractor backhoe/loader with a bid
opening on April 19, 1988, at 10:00 a.m. SECOND by Oxborough.
Ayes: Walsh, Wippermann, Hoke, Oxborough, Napper. Nays: 0.
MOTION by Walsh to approve the five members appointed to the Fire
Department Membership/Grievance Committee as outlined in Fire
Chief Scott Aker's memorandum dated April 4, 1988. SECOND by
Oxborough. Ayes: Wippermann, Hoke, Oxborough, Napper, Walsh.
Nays: 0.
Administrator Stephan Jilk reviewed the agreement to allow the
fire department and police department to utilize private property
for training exercises involving the burning of a building. The
administrator advised approval of the agreement will satisfy this
interest and set up a procedure to be used in the future for
similar situations. See Clerk's File 1988-10.
MOTION by Walsh to approve the agreement between Raymond Rahn and
the City of Rosemount and to authorize the necessary signatures.
SECOND by Oxborough. ayes: Hoke, Oxborough, Napper, Walsh,
Wippermann. Nays: 0.
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Mayor Hoke proclaimed the week of April 3-9, 1988 as Community
Development Block Grant Week in Rosemount.
Administrator Stephan Jilk reminded Council of the Board of
Review Meeting scheduled for April 26, 1988, at 7:30 p.m.
Administrator Stephan Jilk advised Council staff has had
discussions with the city's animal warden regarding a revised
contract and additional patrolling for dogs in the parks.
The administrator informed Council that staff will begin 1989
budget discussion this week. The administrator hoped the CIP
discussion will be completed by June, 1988 and then followed by
the operating budget discussion.
MOTION by Wippermann to adjourn.
Nays: 0.
ATTEST:
Stephan Jilk
Administrator/Clerk
SECOND by Oxborough. Ayes:
Respectfully submitted,
Susan M. Johnson
Deputy Clerk
Published this day of , 1988 in Dakota County
Tribune.
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