HomeMy WebLinkAbout03/12/1981CITY OF APPLE VALLEY
Dakota County, Minnesota
March 12, 1981
Minutes of the meeting of the City Council of Apple Valley, Dakota County, Minnesota
held March 12, 1981, at 8:00 o'clock p.m. at the City Hall.
PRESENT: Mayor Garrison; Councilmembers Branning, Kelly (attended at 8:35 p.m.),
Overgard, and Savanick; Clerk Asleson.
ABSENT: None.
Mayor Garrison called the meeting to order at 8:00 p.m. The Councilmembers and everyone
in attendance took part in the pledge of allegiance to the flag.
MOTION: of Branning, seconded by Overgard, approving the agenda for to-
night's meeting as amended. Ayes - 4 - Nays - 0.
APPROVE AGENDA
MOTION: of Branning, seconded by Overgard, removing the annual review of
David Schilling to the regular agenda, adding referral of a pawn
shop ordinance to the consent agenda and approving all items on
the nonsent agenda. Ayes - 4 - Nays - 0.
CONSENT AGENDA
DIAMOND PATH
9TH PLAT, AGRMT.
& BLDG. PERMITS
PAWN SHOP
ORDINANCE
4TH OF JULY
COM. MAILING &
LEGAL ASSISTANCE
RES. 1981-38
ASSESSMENT
DIVISIONS
PRELIM. REPORT
153RD STREET
RES. 1981-39
CITY CODE
SALE PRICE
CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS
MOTION: of Branning, seconded by Overgard, approving the final plat, sub-
division agreement and building permits for 60 townhouses in
Diamond Path 9th Addition as reconmended by the Planning Commis-
sion and authorizing the Mayor and Clerk to sign the documents.
Ayes - 4 - Nays - 0.
MOTION: of Branning, seconded by Overgard, directing the Urban Affairs
Committee to research the feasibility of and prepare a draft of
an ordinance regulating the licensing and operation of pawn shops.
Ayes - 4 - Nays - 0.
MOTION: of Branning, seconded by Overgard, authorizing the City Attorney
to review contracts and documents for the 4th of July Committee
and authorizing mailing an insert with utility bills requesting
donations by the 4th of July Committee. Ayes - 4 - Nays - 0.
MOTION: of Branning, seconded by Overgard, adopting Resolution No. 1981-
38 dividing special assessments in Apple Valley Square, Kerry
Addition, Apple Valley Industrial Park 2nd Addition, Bor-Nel Ad-
dition and Valley South 2nd Addition. Ayes - 4 - Nays - 0.
MOTION: of Branning, seconded by Overgard, receiving a request dated Feb-
ruary 25, 1981, from Craig J. Minea for construction of 153rd
Street between Pennock and Cedar and authorizing the Engineer to
prepare a preliminary feasibility report on it. Ayes - 4 - Nays
MOTION: of Branning, seconded by Overgard, adopting Resolution No. 1981-
39 establishing the sale price for the City's Code of Ordinances
at $50.00 per copy and supplemental service at $.50 per page with
a minimum charge of $5.00 per supplement. Ayes - 4 - Nays - 0.
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Dakota County, Minnesota
March 12, 1981
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MOTION: of Branning, seconded by Overgard, approving a 1981 transient
merchant license for World Book-Childcraft International to
sell door-to-door. Ayes - 4 - Nays - 0.
WORLD BOOK
TRANS. MERC. LIC.
EZC NUMBERING
TRANS. MERC. LIC.
FISCAL DISPARI-
ITIES LAW
DEEP WELL NO. 1
REPAIRS
PROJ. 76-13(2)
FINAL PAYMENT
MOTION: of Branning, seconded by Overgard, approving a 1981 transient
merchant license for EZC Numbering Service to paint house num-
bers on curbs. Ayes - 4 - Nays - 0.
MOTION: of Branning, seconded by Overgard receiving Burnsville's re-
solution requesting repeal of the fiscal disparities law and
tabling it until there is more information on its effect on
Apple Valley, Ayes - 4 - Nays - 0.
MOTION: of Branning, seconded by Overgard, authorizing the expenditure
of up to $10,000 for repairs to Deep Well No. 1 to be an ad-
dendum to Project 80-15(3). Ayes - 4 - Nays - 0.
MOTION: of Branning, seconded by Overgard, accepting Project 76-13(2),
Longridge 2nd Utilities, from Richard Knutson, Inc., and au-
thorizing final payment on the project in the amount of $5,000.
Ayes - 4 - Nays - 0.
MOTION: of Branning, seconded by Overgard, approving a 1981 refuse co- 1981 LICENSE
lection license for Forunier Rubbish Removal and a 1981 filling & PERMIT
station permit for J.A.V.S. Ayes - 4 - Nays - 0.
MOTION: of Branning, seconded by Overgard, adopting Resolution No. RES. 198~-40
1981-40 awarding the contract for supplying water meters for AWARD WATER
a three year period ending March 1, 1984, to Badger Meter Com- METER CONTRACT
pany, the iow bidder, at $41.28 per 5/8-inch meter. Ayes - 4
- Nays - 0.
MOTION: of Branning, seconded by Overgard, approving hiring Sylvia Dob- HIRE COMMITTE
rovolny for the position of Commission and Committee Secretary SECRETARY
effective March 17, 1981, at the salary previously established
for this position. Ayes - 4 - Nays - 0.
MOTION: of Branning, seconded by Overgard, approving hiring Patrick
Lubeley and salary adjustments for Swinging Program parttime
employees as listed in the memo from Mike Bassett dated March
6, 1981. Ayes - 5 - Nays - O.
PARTTIME
EMPLOYEES
HIRE ELIASON
CASHIER-RECPT.
MOTION: of Branning, seconded by Overgard, approving hiring Kathryn
Eliason for theposition of Cashier-Receiptionist effective
March 16, 1981, at the salary established in the 1981 Personnel
plan. Ayes - 4 ~ Nays - O.
END OF CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS
Mayor Garrison called the public hearing to order at 8:04 p.m. on a street lighting
system in the South Apple Valley area and noted receipt of the affidavit of publi-
cation of the hearing notice. John Gretz reviewed a map showing the locations of the
135 lights proposed. The lights will be 100 watt high pressure sodium installed on
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Dakota County, Minnesota
March 12, 1981
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12-foot high laminated wood standards. He reviewed the cost estimates which break
down to $6.33 per quarter, per lot, added to the utility bill for the first 10 years,
or $25.32 per year per lot. Ed Brunkhorst, of Dakota Electric, was present and said
future energy costs cannot be estimated accurately, but in its current request for a
rate increase, a decrease in the rate for sodium lights is being recommended.
Mayor Garrison called for questions and comments from the public. (See detail of
questions and answers attached. Councilmember Kelly attended during this time.) After
everyone had been given an opportunity to comment, the hearing was closed at 8:55 p.m.
Councilmember Branning said he lives in the North Apple Valley area where street lights
were recently installed. He checked into the costs when lights were discussed and be-
lieves the cost is reasonable. He said the locations of the lights seem to provide
sufficient lighting, but there seems to be a problem with some of the light sensors;
some of the lights do not always work. Mr. Brunkhorst said this has been a problem and
that is why they are proposing different fixtures for the South Apple Valley area.
Stan Larson asked why one sensor couldn't be used for the entire system to reduce costs?
Mr. Brunkhorst explained that each light is wired individually and the lights are not
interconnected so each light requires its own photo-sensor.
Councilmember Savanick asked how the cost could be prepaid if homeowners wished to do
so? Deputy Clerk Mueller said the cost is based on the rate the City will pay to Dakota
Electric for the 10-year term of the contract and no amount for prepayments has been
computed.
Councilmember Savanick asked Mr. Brunkhorst to explain the costs further. He said the
fixture costs approximately $300, installation is $300 to $350 per fixture and the bal-
ance is for maintenance, interest and overhead for a total of about $1,000 per light.
He also said this is an estimated maximum and the homeowners' charges will be based on
the actual cost.
Councilmember Savanick said she is concerned about the rate proposed to be charged to
the townhouses, but this cannot be resolved tonight. She agrees the gasline easement
needs more light and County Road 42 needs better lighting. Since lights are located
only at intersections, the lighting along County Road 42 is not adequate. Councilmember
Kelly also mentioned that Galaxie Avenue does not have adequate lighting.
Councilmember Overgard said she would like the Council to consider charging the light
installation costs to the property owners, if street lights are installed throughout the
City, and the City paying the energy costs because the lights will be a general benefit
to everyone in the City.
Mayor Garrison said Keith Sterling, and any other interested residents, should meet with
Mr. Gretz and Mr. Brunkhorst to review the light locations and costs.
MOTION: of Branning, seconded by Overgard, approving the intent to order
the street lighting project in the South Apple Valley area sub-
ject to receiving revised cost estimates. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0.
SOUTH APPLE
VALLEY LIGHTS
FEB. 12, 1981
MINUTES
MOTION: of Overgard, seconded by Branning, approving the minutes of the
meeting of February 12, 1981, as written. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0.
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Dakota County, Minnesota
March 12, 1981
Page 4
MOTION: of Branning, seconded by Overgard, approving the minutes of the
meeting of February 26, 1981, as written. Ayes - 4 - Nays - 0
(Garrison Abstained).
FEB. 26, 1981
MINUTES
MOTION: of Overgard, seconded by Savanick, adopting Resolution No. 1981-
41 receiving preliminary reports dated March 2, 1981 on street
lighting in four areas of the City and setting a public hearing
on them on April 30, 1981, at 8:00 p.m. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0.
RES. 1981-41
STREET LIGHT
HEARING
The Council received amemo dated March 6, 1981 from Michael Bassett on the Naming of
City Parks which also included recommendations by the Historical and Park Committees.
Councilmember Overgard suggested considering all of the recommendations at a special
meeting. Mr. Bassett said, after names have been approved, the Park Department will
be making signs to be placed in each of the parks.
Bob Naegeli, of the Park Committee, said those names on which both Committees agree
or recommend no change could be approved now so signs can be prepared. Councilmember
Overgard said all the names should be reviewed regardless of the recommendation and
she would also like to consider better criteria for determing the names.
MOTION: of Kelly, seconded by Overgard, tabling consideration of park SET MEETING
names and setting a special meeting to consider the recommend- ON PARK NAMES
ations on April 30, 1981, after the 8:00 p.m. public hearing.
Ayes - 5 - Nays - O.
Peter Sorenson, of the Dakota County Highway Department, was present to discuss his
report, dated February 9, 1981, on the traffic studies on 140th Street at Garden
View Drive and Pilot Knob Road. Councilmember Overgard questioned the recommendation
against installing four-way stop signs at 140th and Pilot Knob at this time. Mr.
Sorenson said the studies show traffic counts are not high enough to warrant the signs
and the accident rate is lower than at the other 140th Street intersections. He also
said when County Road 42 construction begins and 140th Street is used as a detour,
stop signs will be installed, because it is expected traffic will increase.
The Council discussed the possibility of erecting four-way stop sighs at the inter-
section of 140th Street and Pilot Knob Road shortly before construction begins or during
the summer before school begins if construction is delayed, to allow traffic to adjust
to the changes. No action was taken.
Ross Feffercorn, of Omni Shelter, Inc., was present and showed a model of the four-
plexes proposed to be built in Carrollwood Village 5th Addition.
MOTION: of Overgard, seconded by Branning, approving building permits
for seven fourplexes on Lots 13 through 16 and 29 through 52 of
Block 1, Carrollwood Village 5th Addition, a 1.5-foot setback
variance from Pennock Avenue for Lots 51 and 52, a two-foot set-
back variance from Pennock Avenue for Lots 13 and 14, and sub-
ject to a shared driveway being constructed to serve Lots 15,
16 and 17, as recommended by the Planning Commission. Ayes - 5
- Nays ~ 0.
CARROLLWOOD
5TH BLDG.
PERMITS AND
VARIANCES
KINDER-CARE
REZONING
MOTION: of Overgard, seconded by Savaniek, approving in concept the re-
zoning of the .57 acre site for a Kinder-Care Learning Center on
Essex Avenue from M-1 P.D. to B-1 as recommended by the Planning
Commission. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0.
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Dakota County, Minnesota
Mmrch 12, 1981
Page 5
MOTION: of Branning, seconded by Savanick, approving the preliminary plat,
conditional use permit and building permit for a Kinder-Care
Learning Center on Essex Avenue subject to a subdivision agreement
between the property owner and the City.
KINDER-CARE
PRELIMINARY
PLAT & PERMITS
The Council discussed the Planning Commission's recommendation as to roof color and
Councilmember Savanick asked whether a requirement as to color could legally be made
by the Council?
Mr. Sheldon explained that with conditional use permits, more restrictive requirements
can be established for approval, but the Council would have to have reasons for making
those requirements.
Vote as taken on the motion. Ayes - 4 - Nays - 1 (Overgard).
MOTION: of Overgard, seconded by Kelly, adopting Resolution No. 1981-42
setting a public hearing at 8:00 p.m. on April 9, 1981, on the
proposal of Richard J. Nordlund for a Kinder-Care Learning Center
project to be financed by $325,000 of industrial development re-
venue bonds. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0.
RES. 1981-42
I. R. B. HEARING
KINDER-CARE
The Council received a memo, dated March 3, 1981, from John Gretz on the revised prelim-
inary plat of the Morningview subdivision. On January 22, 1981, the Council approved a
maximum of 710 units or a density of five units per acre for the development. After the
changes requested by the Council were made, the developer's plan shows 714 units or 5.02
units per acre. Councilmember Branning asked if the revised plat had been revi'ewed by
the Planning Commission? Mr. Gretz said no, the Planning Commission had recommended
approval of 790 units, but it could be referred to the Planning Commission if the
Council desires.
Councilmember Branning asked if the condominium sites and ponding areas are being re-
quested for approval also? Mr. Gretz said the condominium sites will be platted as outl0ts
and the buildings and ponding areas, sketched on the preliminary plat, are shown in con-
cept only to show the lots could accommodate both. Another public hearing would be re-
quired for replatting the condominium sites before the buildings would be approved.
MOTION: of Overgard, seconded by Branning, approving the revised prelim- MORNINGVIEW
inary plat of the Morningview subdivision proposed by Graham Devel- PRELIM. PLAT
opment with a maximu of 714 units.
Councilmember Savanick asked if all of the single family lots were buildable? Mr. Gretz
said yes.
Debbie Poire asked who would be notified of the public hearing when the outlots are
replatted? Mr. Gretz said property owners within 350 feet of the outtots would receive
mailed notices. Ms. Poire commented on the Planning Commission's recommendation on den-
sity of the condominiumlsites and said if 4.1 acres for ponding area are deducted from
the total, the density would actually be 5.17 units per acre. She asked if the Council
would consider this when the outlots come back for hearing. Mayor Garrison sRid they
will make sure adequate ponding is available. Keith Gordon also said when ponding area
is referred to, it does not mean the entire area will be covered by water. The ponding
area is also designed to provide water storage area for occasional flooding and most of
the time it will probably be green space.
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Dakota County, Minnesota
March 12, 1981
Page 6
Ms. Poire commented on her concerns about traffic problems caused by the density. Mary
Biever also said she is concerned about potential traffic problems for future residents
of the area who may not be aware of what they are getting into. She also commented on
157th Street traffic and read a statement, dated March 12, 1981, further expressing her
Vote was taken on the motion. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0.
MOTION: of Overgard, seconded by Kelly, authorizing the payment of
$9,000.00, which represents the cost of relocating a driveway
on Michael McNamara's property in connection with Cedar Avenue
construction, subject to receipt of the access restriction,
T.H. #77 (Cedar Avenue) right-of-way and Pennock Avenue right-
of-way from Mr. McNamara. Ayes - 5 ~, Nays - 0.
CEDAR SERVICE
DRIVE McNAMARA
SETTLEMENT
The Council received the report of the Urban Affairs Committee, dated January 16, 1981,
concerning a proposed noise ordinance. Mr. Sheldon said he has not yet completed a
legal review of the proposed ordinance. The Council agreed to table this item until
the March 26, 1981 meeting.
Mr. Asleson reviewed revised cost estimates for construction of County Road 42 from
Pennock to Rosemount. He said some of the increase is due to expanding the original
project to include the area between Cedar and Pennock and three signals instead of
one. Because of the cost increases, another public hearing for special assessment
purposes will be required. Some of the property abutting County Road 42 has not yet
been appraised and this information will be needed for the hearing.
MOTION: of Branning, seconded by Overgard, authorizing Stassen Apprais-
als. to prepare appraisals of property abutting County Road 42
between Pennock and Rosemount, which has not previously been ap-
praised, for special assessment purposes.
COUNTY ROAD 42
APPRAISALS
Councilmember Branning asked how property in platted areas will be handled? Mr.
Asleson said it is proposed to include the area one lot deep along the road. Council-
member 8avanick asked how much the appraisals will cost? Mr. Gretz said approximately
$300 per parcel and about 10 more appraisals are needed.
Vote was taken on the motion. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0.
The Council discussed changing Council meeting days and the conflicts each of the
members has on certain days. Councilmember Branning said, if possible, he would like
to change the meetings to other than the second and fourth Thursdays after June 1st
because he has a conflict on those nights. Councilmember Kelly said she would not be
able to consider a change now, but possibly it could be discussed this summer.
MOTION: of Branning, seconded by Savanick, changing regular Council meet-
ings to the first and third Thursdays of each month beginning
in June of 1981. Ayes - 2 - Nays - 3 (Garrison, Kelly and Over-
gard). Motion Failed.
COUNCIL MEETING
DATES
RES. 1981-43
ECON. DEV. COM.
APPOINTMENT
MOTION: of Overgard, seconded by Branning, adopting Resolution No. 1981-
43 appointing Ed White to the Economic Development Commission
for a term expiring in January of 1983. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0.
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Dakota County, Minnesota
March 12, 1981
Page 7
MOTION: of Overgard, seconded by Savanick, appointing Pamela Sohlberg to
the Urban Affaris Connnittee for a term expiring March 1, 1983.
Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0.
URBAN AFFAIRS
APPOINTMENT
MOTION: of Kelly, seconded by Savanick, appointing Terry Langager to the PARK COMMITTEE
Park Committee for a term expiring March 1, 1983. Ayes - 5 ~ APPOINTMENT
Nays - 0.
The Council discussed salary increase recommended for David Schilling in Mr~ A~leson's
memo dated March 9, 1981. Mr. Asleson said the Council's approval of the 1981 Person-
nel Plan included 10 percent adjustments for certain Schedule II employees effective
on their anniversary dates. If different adjustments are recommended at the time of
the reviews, specific Council approval is required. A 15 percent adjustment is re-
commended for Mr. Schilling, based on his performance. Bonnie Shea, Liquor Manager,
was present and said Mr. Schilling is the Wine Coordinator for both stores and also
performs some of the duties of Store Supervisor at Store No. 2.
MOTION: of Savanick, seconded by Branning, approving a 15 percent salary SCHILLING
increase for David Schilling, effective March 17, 1981. Ayes - SALARY INCREASE
5 - Nays - 0.
MOTION: of Savanick, seconded by Overgard, approving hiring Ronald Walker HIRE WALKER
for the position of Parkkeeper I effective March 16, 1981 at the PARKKEEPER I
starting salary established in the 1981 personnel plan. Ayes -
5 - Nays - 0.
MOTION: of Overgard, seconded by Savanick, adopting Resolution No. 1981- RES. 1981-44
44 awarding the contract for Project 80-15(3), Deep Well No. 9 PROJ. 80-15(3)
Pumphouse and Pump and Deep Well No. 1 repairs, to A & K Construc- CONTR. AWARD
tion, Inc., the low bidder, in the amount of $132,967.00. Ayes -
5 - Nays - 0.
MOTION: of Overgard, seconded by Savanick, to pay the claims and bills,
checks numbered 21518 through 21604, 21664 through 21699 and
21704 through 21783, in the total amount of $205,859.38. Ayes -
5 - Nays - 0.
CLAIMS & BILLS
MOTION: of Overgard, seconded by Savanick, to adjourn. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0.
The meeting was adjourned at 11:35 o'clock p.m.
CITY OF APPLE VALLEY
Dakota County, Minnesota
March 12, 1981
Detail of Questions and Answers on South Apple Valley Street Light Public Hearing
Richard Tuthill, 781 Newell Drive, asked if interest is calculated into the cost? Mr.
Brunkhorst said yes, the interest rate is the same as is charged to Dakota Electric and
is a blended rate, currently 7.33 percent.
Keith Sterling, 819 McIntosh Drive, asked if the total cost of the lights, approximately
$1,000 per light, isn't too high? Mr. Brunkhorst said the cost includes the light it-
self, installation and maintenance. Mr. Sterling also stated that when gas lights were
originally installed they were to serve as street lights, but have since been pro-
hibited. What guarantee is there that the same will not happen to electric lights?
Karen Mott, 958 Redwood Drive, asked if a study has been done to determine which type
of light gives off more light, white or yellow? Mr. Brunkhorst said the sodium lights,
which are a kellow color, do give off more light and are less expensive to operate, but
it is a softer light. Ms. Mott said she is in favor of the lights no matter what they
cost.
Doug Groen, 913 Cortland Drive, asked if any statistics on reduction of vandalism, etc.,
are available on areas where street lights have been installed, such as North Apple
Valley? Mayor Garrison said since the lights have only been operating for a few months,
no statistics have been developed. The Police Department does have information on
national statistics which show lower crime rates and vandalism in areas with street
lights.
Robert Gartner, 892 Gelding Lane, asked if the location of the lights will provide
lighting over the entire area? Mr. Brunkhorst said the lights are not proposed to
provide overlapping lighting and there will be dark spots between lights, but should
provide enough light. Mr. Gartner said he would like enough light to be able to see
pedestrians.
Anthony Nelson, 891 Redwood Drive, commented on different types of light fixtures, as
he had at a previous hearing. He reviewed information on light meter readings he had
taken on both style lights and the lights with a fixture directing the light downward
provide more light. He also said fixtures with white glass panels on the street and
house sides of the fixture reduce light efficiency. Mr. Brunkhorst said the downward
style fixture is usually mounted much higher than 12 to 14 feet above the ground and
if they are mounted that low, they must be installed closer together because the light
does not spread out that far. Mr. Nelson said the proposed lights are listed as
ornamental and he would like to see the most efficient lights used. He is not for or
against street lights.
Keith Sterling asked if the energy rate for street lights is the same the City pays
for its other energy uses? Mr. Brunkhorst said there is a separate energy rate for
street lights.
Gerald Schulz, 7593 Whitney Drive, representing Townhouse 4th Addition, said they
believe the rate proposed to be charged to them is unfair because the homeowners
association has already installed 10 lights, at its own expense, some of which also
light Pennock and Whitney. Mr. Gretz said it was recognized that some adjustment
will have to be made for the townhouse area and he will be developing something on
it. He said he would contact Mr. Schulz with the information.
Robert Gartner asked how the lights are turned on and off? Mr. Brunkhorst said there
is a photo-cell on each light.
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Dakota County, Minnesota
March 12, 1981
Detail of Questions and Answers
Page 2
Karen Mott asked if a cost comparison was done on locating the lights closer to-
gether and using more lights, such as one for every three houses? Mr. Brunkhorst
said no, but it would be approximately 25 percent more. Ms. Mott said she would
be willing to pay more for more lights.
(Councilmember Kelly attended at this time.)
Bob Naegeli, 836 McIntosh Drive, asked how the spacing of the lights was decided?
Mr. Gretz said 6ne light was located at each intersection, at the end of each cul
de sac and approximately 400 feet apart in other areas. Mr. Brunkhorst said in
some places, the lights are closer together because the distance between two inter-
sections might have been 500 feet and another light was added between the two
intersections.
Paul Coufal, 886 Redwood Drive, asked if the decision has been made to have street
lighting in South Apple Valley? Mayor Garrison said no, but it could be made after
the public hearing. Mr. Coufal said he is not for or against street lights, but he
would like everyone to consider that street lights light the street and most breakins
and vandalism occur in the backs of houses where there is no lighting. He asked
if the reason for the light installation is as a crime deterrent? Mayor Garrison
said that is only one of the reasons.
Stan Larson, 819 Whitney Drive, said he is opposed to the lights, but if they are
going to be installed, the gasline easement should also be lit. Only two lights
are shown along the easement and a lot of people use it.
Debbie Poire, 776 Whitney Drive, asked if consideration had been given to electri-
fying the gas lights which most homes already have?
Keith Sterling said he is in favor of the lights, but asked the Council to look into
what the normal commercial rate for energy would be and if there isn't some less
expensive way to install them.
Paul Coufal asked how they will know if the lights are approved? Mmyor Garrison said
the Council will try to let them know tonight.
Bob Naegeli questioned whether changing the location of some lights or adding some
more could be done before it is approved. Mr. Brunkhorst said he would be willing
to meet with the residents to discuss changes and suggestions. Mayor Garrison asked
Mr. Sterling to meet with Mr. Brunkhorst and Mr. Gretz.
Gerald Schulz commented on the proposed costs and said everyone is paying a share of
all of the lights and not just those lights which are adjacent to their property,
is that correct? He was answered yes.
It was also noted that written correspondence was received from:
Donna Large 840 Greening Drive, in favor of the lights.
Norman Reuterdahl, 797 Newell Drive, in favor of the lights.
Erling Vinje, 1074 Lowell Drive, opposed to the lights.