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HomeMy WebLinkAbout04/12/2007 CITY OF APPLE VALLEY Dakota County, Minnesota April 12, 2007 Minutes of the regular meeting of the City Council of Apple Valley, Dakota County, Minnesota, held April 12, 2007, at 8:00 o’clock p.m., at Apple Valley Municipal Center. PRESENT: Mayor Hamann-Roland; Councilmembers Bergman, Erickson, Goodwin, and Grendahl. ABSENT: None. City staff members present were: City Administrator Lawell, City Clerk Gackstetter, City Attorney Dougherty, City Engineer Manson, Finance Director Ballenger, Fire Captain Cross, Assistant City Administrator Grawe, Public Works Director Heuer, Parks and Recreation Director Johnson, Police Chief Johnson, City Planner Lovelace, Community Development Director Nordquist, Police Captain Rechtzigel, and Human Resources Manager Strauss. Mayor Hamann-Roland called the meeting to order at 8:00 p.m. Everyone took part in the Pledge of Allegiance led by Boy Scouts John Farrell, Tom Fix, and Chad Serba of Troop 205. APPROVAL OF AGENDA MOTION: of Erickson, seconded by Grendahl, removing items 4.T – Resolution Amending 2007 Employee Pay and Benefit Plan and 5.C – Resolution Approving Wirsbo Third Addition Preliminary Plat, and approving the agenda for tonight’s meeting, as amended. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0. AUDIENCE Mayor Hamann-Roland asked if anyone was present to address the Council, at this time, on any item not on this meeting’s agenda. No one requested to speak. CONSENT AGENDA Mayor Hamann-Roland asked if the Council or anyone in the audience wished to pull any item from the consent agenda. There were no requests. MOTION: of Bergman, seconded by Goodwin, approving all items on the consent agenda with no exceptions. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0. CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS MOTION: of Bergman, seconded by Goodwin, approving the minutes of the regular meeting of March 22, 2007, as written. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY Dakota County, Minnesota April 12, 2007 Page 2 Resolution No. 2007-67 MOTION: of Bergman, seconded by Goodwin, adopting accepting, with thanks, the donation of $150.00, from Marlene Fridland, for landscape beautification at Lebanon Cemetery. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0. Resolution No. 2007-68 MOTION: of Bergman, seconded by Goodwin, adopting accepting, with thanks, the donation of three used stair climber exercisers, from Ecolab, for use at the Fire Stations. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0. MOTION: of Bergman, seconded by Goodwin, approving issuance of a temporary license for an outdoor special event to H. O. C., Inc., d/b/a Rascals-Apple Valley Bar & Grill, from 5:30 p.m. on July 3, 2007, to 2:00 a.m. on July 4, 2007, for use in the parking lot at 7721 - 147th Street West; and approving temporary street closings for a motorcycle show, with conditions, as described in the City Clerk’s memo dated April 9, 2007. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0. MOTION: of Bergman, seconded by Goodwin, setting a public auction and sale to dispose of unclaimed bicycles and surplus City property, on May 8, 2007, beginning at 5:30 p.m., at Central Maintenance Facility, as described in the City Clerk’s memo dated April 9, 2007. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0. MOTION: of Bergman, seconded by Goodwin, proclaiming April 27, 2007, as “Arbor Day” and May 2007, as “Arbor Month”, and encouraging citizens to participate in tree planting programs. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0. MOTION: of Bergman, seconded by Goodwin, receiving the Police Chief’s memo on Severe Weather Awareness Week, April 9-13, 2007, as proclaimed by Governor Pawlenty, with two tornado drills scheduled for April 12, 2007, with sirens sounding at 1:45 p.m. and 6:55 p.m. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0. MOTION: of Bergman, seconded by Goodwin, receiving notice of temporary parking restriction on Pennock Avenue, as described in the Police Chief’s memo dated April 9, 2007. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0. MOTION: of Bergman, seconded by Goodwin, authorizing the expenditure of $25,000.00 from the Park Dedication Fund for various park projects as described in the Parks and Recreation Director’s memo dated March 14, 2007. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0. MOTION: of Bergman, seconded by Goodwin, approving Valleywood Golf Course tournament promotions as described in the Parks and Recreation Director’s memo dated April 9, 2007. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0. MOTION: of Bergman, seconded by Goodwin, approving the Joint Powers Agreement with the City of Burnsville for harvesting curlyleaf pondweed in Keller Lake as attached CITY OF APPLE VALLEY Dakota County, Minnesota April 12, 2007 Page 3 to the Natural Resources Coordinator’s memo dated April 12, 2007, and authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to sign the same. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0. MOTION: of Bergman, seconded by Goodwin, approving the Joint Powers Agreement with the City of Burnsville for Water Quality Projects in Lake Alimagnet as attached to the Natural Resources Coordinator’s memo dated April 12, 2007, and authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to sign the same. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0. MOTION: of Bergman, seconded by Goodwin, approving the Encroachment Agreement with Magellan Pipeline Company, in connection with Project 03-237, as attached to the City Engineer’s memo dated April 6, 2007, and authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to sign the same. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0. Resolution No. 2007-69 MOTION: of Bergman, seconded by Goodwin, adopting approving the final plat for correction or recombination for Petter Farquar Lake Addition, and authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to sign the same. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0. MOTION: of Bergman, seconded by Goodwin, approving a 159 square foot variance for an “R-1” lot on Lot 5, Sec. 24, Township 115, Range 20, Dakota County, Minnesota, (13000 Pilot Knob Road), as recommended by the Planning Commission. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0. MOTION: of Bergman, seconded by Goodwin, approving an 8-foot side-yard setback variance on Lot 5, Sec. 24, Township 115, Range 20, Dakota County, Minnesota, (13000 Pilot Knob Road), subject to proof of recording of the final plat for Petter Farquar Lake Addition, and as recommended by the Planning Commission. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0. MOTION: of Bergman, seconded by Goodwin, approving an 8-foot front-yard setback variance on Lot 5, Sec. 24, Township 115, Range 20, Dakota County, Minnesota, (13000 Pilot Knob Road), subject to the removal or relocation of the 120 square foot accessory building so it does not encroach into any easement or setback, and as recommended by the Planning Commission. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0. Resolution No. 2007-70 MOTION: of Bergman, seconded by Goodwin, adopting directing the City Engineer to prepare plans and specifications for Project 07-357, Sanitary Lift Station 4 Replacement. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0. Resolution No. 2007-71 MOTION: of Bergman, seconded by Goodwin, adopting approving plans and specifications for Project 05-311R, Cobblestone Area Streets and Trunk Utilities, and authorizing advertising for receipt of bids, at 9:00 a.m., on May 7, 2007. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY Dakota County, Minnesota April 12, 2007 Page 4 MOTION: of Bergman, seconded by Goodwin, approving an Agreement for 2007 Sealing Decorative Concrete and Block Retaining Wall with Budget Sandblasting & Painting, Inc., in an amount not to exceed $9,500.00, and authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to sign the same. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0. MOTION: of Bergman, seconded by Goodwin, approving an Agreement for 2007 Painting of New Steel Fence Sections with Top Coat Painting Service, in the amount of $10,625.00, and authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to sign the same. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0. MOTION: of Bergman, seconded by Goodwin, approving an Agreement for 2007 Reconditioning of Fence Post Supports with Top Coat Painting Service, in an amount not to exceed $9,500.00, and authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to sign the same. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0. MOTION: of Bergman, seconded by Goodwin, approving an Agreement for 2007 Reconditioning of Charleston Cast Aluminum Light Poles with Top Coat Painting Service, in the amount of $12,180.00, and authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to sign the same. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0. MOTION: of Bergman, seconded by Goodwin, approving Change Order No. 1 to the contract with Flair Contracting, Inc., for Kelley Park Fountains and Related Equipment, in the amount of an additional $2,854.20. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0. MOTION: of Bergman, seconded by Goodwin, accepting Project 03-239, Galaxie Avenue Reconstruction, as final and authorizing final payment on the contract with McNamara Contracting, Inc., in the amount of $30,464.39. Ayes - 5 - Nays. MOTION: of Bergman, seconded by Goodwin, accepting the Municipal Center Fire Alarm Panel Replacement Project as final and authorizing final payment on the contract with Simplex Grinnell, L.P., in the amount of $4,998.00. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0. MOTION: of Bergman, seconded by Goodwin, authorizing the distribution of promotional materials for high school senior class parties as described in the Parks and Recreation Director’s memo dated April 9, 2007. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0. MOTION: of Bergman, seconded by Goodwin, approving an amendment to the Administrative Services Agreement with ICMA Retirement Corporation, as attached to the Human Resources Manager’s memo dated April 6, 2007, and authorizing the City Administrator to sign the same. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0. MOTION: of Bergman, seconded by Goodwin, approving the hiring of full-time and seasonal employees as listed in the Personnel Report dated April 12, 2007. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY Dakota County, Minnesota April 12, 2007 Page 5 END OF CONSENT AGENDA VOLUNTEER RECOGNITION WEEK Mayor Hamann-Roland noted that a volunteer recognition reception was held prior to the meeting for all commission and committee members. She thanked all the volunteers for their generous commitment of time, energy, education, and skills which help make Apple Valley a quality community. Jerry Brown and John Magnusson of the Telecommunications Advisory Committee were recognized for ten years of service. The Council presented Mr. Brown with a marble apple clock. Mayor Hamann-Roland noted Mr. Magnusson was not able to be present but would also receive a clock. She then read the proclamation for Volunteer Recognition Week. MOTION: of Grendahl, seconded by Erickson, proclaiming April 15-21, 2007, as “Volunteer Recognition Week” thanking all those who contribute their time, talent, and energy to the community. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0. ROTARY CLUB DONATION Randy Johnson said the Rotary Club has offered to pay for tables with chess and checkerboard tops, large planters, and bronze plaque for Kelley Park. Terry Merritt, Scott Ramsdale, and Clint Hoopaw, of Apple Valley Rotary Club, presented the Mayor with a check for $5,070.00. Mr. Merritt said Rick Kelley was President of the Rotary Club in 2001-2002. Mr. Johnson provided an update on the progress of the park. He noted the playground has been a huge success and was featured on the cover of a national magazine. Councilmember Goodwin suggested the Metropolitan Council receive a copy of the magazine cover. Mr. Johnson said he would be sure to send them a copy. Resolution No. 2007-72 MOTION: of Grendahl, seconded by Erickson, adopting accepting, with thanks, the donation of $5,070.00 from Rotary Club of Apple Valley towards amenities in Kelley Park. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0. DODD BOULEVARD VACATION Mr. Lovelace reviewed the request for vacating the Dodd Boulevard easements and a temporary easement. The roadway easements are 66-feet wide and 100-feet wide. The temporary easement varies in width from 15 to 30 feet. The easements represent the abandoned Dodd Boulevard. This portion of street will be realigned and renamed 155th Street W. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY Dakota County, Minnesota April 12, 2007 Page 6 Mayor Hamann-Roland called the public hearing to order, at 8:26 p.m., to consider the vacation of Dodd Boulevard easements, and noted receipt of the affidavit of publication of the hearing notice. She asked for questions or comments from the Council and the public. There were none and the hearing was declared closed at 8:27 p.m. Resolution No. 2007-73 MOTION: of Goodwin, seconded by Bergman, adopting completing vacation of the Dodd Boulevard easements, and authorizing filing the Notice of Completion with Dakota County. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0. SET SPECIAL INFORMAL MEETING The Council discussed setting a special informal meeting with the Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee. Due to conflicting schedules, Mr. Lawell suggested he work with the Council to find a time that would work. The Council can then set the date at the next meeting. COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS Councilmember Bergman reminded the public there will be a Metropolitan Airports Commission (MAC) Noise Oversight Committee (NOC) Open House/Public Input Meeting at the Municipal Center on April 17, 2007, at 7:00 p.m. Mayor Hamann-Roland said yesterday she testified before the Senate’s Committee on State and Local Government Operations and Oversight to request representation on the MAC. Mayor Hamann-Roland further said the Hubert H. Humphrey Institute of Public Affairs along with the League of Minnesota Cities, Association of Minnesota Counties, and Minnesota School Board Association presented 11 cities and Dakota County the 2006 Local Government Innovation Award for Efficiency/Effectiveness for the Dakota County High Performance Partnership. A similar award was presented to the school district for its Joint Powers Agreement for fiber optics, of which Apple Valley was also a part. CALENDAR OF UPCOMING EVENTS MOTION: of Goodwin, seconded by Grendahl, approving the calendar of upcoming events as included in the City Clerk’s memo dated April 12, 2007, and noting that each event listed is hereby deemed a Special Meeting of the City Council. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0. CLAIMS AND BILLS MOTION: of Bergman, seconded by Goodwin, to pay the claims and bills, check registers dated March 28, 2007, in the amount of $2,028,970.90; April 4, 2007, in the CITY OF APPLE VALLEY Dakota County, Minnesota April 12, 2007 Page 7 amount of $3,594,958.63; and April 11, 2007, in the amount of $3,035,989.85. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0. MOTION: of Grendahl, seconded by Bergman, to adjourn. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0. The meeting was adjourned at 8:38 o’clock p.m.