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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1969/08/13 VILLAGE OF APPLE VALLEY Dakota County, Minnesota Minutes of the meeting of the Village Council, Village of Apple Valley, Dakota County, Minnesota on August 13, 1969 at 7.30 P. M. PRESENT• Mayor Largen, Councilmen Hollenbeck, Pearsall and Garrison, Administrator Curtis E. Olsen and Deputy Clerk. ABSENT Councilman Branning The Mayor called the meeting to order at 7'30 P. M. All residents-attending took part in the pledge of allegiance to the flag. Pastor Gerhard Knutson of Grace Lutheran Church gave the invocation for this meeting. MOTION. of Garrison, seconded by Largen, to approve the minutes of the meeting of July 30, 1968 as corrected. Those in favor Hollenbeck, Pearsall, Largen and Garrison. Opposed - none. Motion carried. Communications Letter received from the State of Minnesota, Department of Highways, enclosing the preliminary layout and resolutions for interchange 35E and ~.~E. 36. This matter was referred to the- Planning Commission for their report and recommendation. Letter received from Gerald T. Carroll, representing Mr. M. W. Fairbrother. He wishes to buy an "L" shaped parcel which is believed to be owned by the Village. MOTION. of Garrison, seconded by Pearsall, to authorize the attorney to purchase an abstract of the property if one is not available from Mr. Carroll. Those in favor Pearsall, Largen, Garrison and Hollenbeck. Opposed - none. Motion carried. Letter received from Pollution Control Agency regarding Apple Valley's priority rating in the request for a grant for financial assistance for the construction of the sewage treatment plant expansion. Our priority rating was not sufficient for direct grant funding, but we were informed that we could proceed under the reimbursement provisions of the Federal Act. Letter received from Ernst & Ernst showing various adjustments to be made between the fund accounts. MOTION: of Pearsall, seconded by Hollenbeck, that we authorize the Administrator to make the necessary adjustments as noted in the letter. Those in favor Hollenbeck, Garrison, Largen and Pearsall. Opposed - none. Motion carried. Mayor's Report There has been continued discussion with Fairview Southdale Hospital about both a clinic and hospital and they will have something for the Council with the next four weeks. The Mayor and Administrator viewed some utilities installations run by gas and they were very impressed with the reported economies of gas over electricity. He also suggested that such an installation might be advisable for Apple Valley so that we would not be entirely dependent on electrical power. VILLAGE OF APPLE VALLEY Page 2 Minutes of the meeting of August 13, 1869 Administrator's Report The Administrator presented a report of current and proposed investment actions which are listed on the attached report. He request Council concu~•rence. MOTION: of Pearsall, seconded by Hollenbeck, that we approve the investment actions of the Administrator. Those in favor Hollenbeck, Pearsall, Largen and Garrison. Opposed - none. Motion carried. (See report attached) Regarding the Ash Tree Borer, Village employees have completed the treatment program throughout the Village. A news release was issued to the press advising citizens of the program and requesting increased watering. The Metro Council Referral Committee took favorable action on our revised request for expansion of our sewage treatment plant. The matter will be heard by the Metro Council August 1~+ and the Administrator and Village Engineer will be present at that meeting. The Mayor recommended to the Council that a letter be sent to Mr. Hetland regarding the manner in which our request was handled and the disturbing statements mac~,e by their staff. The Council discussed the- report at some length. MOTION• of Hollenbeck, seconded by Garrison, that the Mayor writeaa letter to Mr. Hetland, copy to Mr. Borgelt, outlining the Council'sfeelings, said letter to be signed by the members of the Council. Councilman Pearsall advised that the Metro Council has initiated a study of the • effluent in the Vermillion River water shed. The Mayor asked fox the criteria for the study. This is to be requested in a separate letter. Rosemount Incorporation The Administrator has discussed this matter with the Planner, Attorney, Engineer and Panning Board Chairman, with the consensus being that tae oppose the consolidation. Mr. McMenomydiscussed some of the positions ~bhe Village Council should consider regarding Rosemount, Lakeville and Farmington boundary proceedings. MOTION: of Garrison, seconded by Hollenbeck, to authorize the Attorney to appear on our behalf at the Rosemount Incorporation meeting on the 28th of August. Those in favor Pearsall, Largen, Garrison, Hollenbeck. Gpposed - none. Motion carried. Mr. Pearsall suggested that we start. now to get together a policy and plan for our Village regarding proposed boundaries. MOTION• of Hollenbeck, seconded by Pearsall, that a point meeting be held with, the Planning Commission on Wednesday, August EO at 7:00 P. M. in regard to the Rosemount Incorporation and other problems. Those in favor Hollenbeck, Garrison, Largen and Pearsall. Opposed - none. Motion carried. The installation of the playground equipment is scheduled for the latter part of this week and the first part of next week. The Administrator recommends that we use our own forces and the forces provided by the equipment salesman so as to save costs. VILLAGE OF APPLE VALLEY Page 3 Minutes of the meeting of August 13, 1969 The Administrator- presented a revised budget calendar, to provide for presentation of the preliminary budget on September 10 and the budget hearing on September 2~+, with the final adoption to be held at the regular Council meeting October 8, 1969. The building inspector's report states work begun in the Village during the month of July. The Council received a copy of the report from the Village Attorney on the Lawler building permit. The attorney commented on the letter. He stated that permits should be granted because the properties involved are 22 or more acres and he states that they could probably win the case in oourt. He suggests we condemn the land and build the road and assess the cost. back to the property owners. Mr. Ulrich stated the recommendations of the Planning Commission, agreeing with the suggestions of the Village Attorney. Mr. Ulrich suggested we declare a moratorium on all other permits to be granted on land less than 10 acres. MOTION: of Pearsall, seconded by Hollenbeck, that we authorize the Engineer to proceed with the preliminary study on the feasibility of a public road in this area and that he is authorized to purchase a topo map of this area. Those in favor Pearsall, Largen, Garrison and Hollenbeck. Opposed - none. Motion carried. The Engineer submitted to the Council a copy of a letter from the Dakota County Electric Company, stating their policy on billing rates for residential and commercial properties. The electric company brings the service to the property line. In order to have them bring it into the home the Council would. have to pass an ordinance. The Engineer recommends that this be referred to the Planning Commission for discussion. The Engineer and Council discussed his letter stating the cost of putting in the driveway at the pump house. He recommends we put in the 20 foot drive at a cost of $575.00. MOTION of Pearsall, seconded by Hollenbeck, to authorize McNamara-Vivant to blacktop this area as stated in the letter of recommendation, 1 20 foot drive at a cost of $575.00. Those in favor Hollenbeck, Garrison, Largen and Pearsall. Opposed - none. Motion carried. The Village Planner stated the Planning Commission passed a resolution that the Village establish an ordinance stating that a driveway have no more than a ls~o grade. It was noted that the Village Inspector had the responsibility for checking the grade level on all new homes. Pearsall suggests that we have a policy on this. The resolution will be prepared and submitted. Cedar Knolls Report 1. Development contract amendment regarding sidewalks. Mr. Voss outlined the Planning Commission recommendations and a proposed development contract amendm~gt regarding sidewalk requirements in the development. Sidewalks would be installed by the developer on both sides of the streets in the townhouse area, both sides of public and private streets in the mobile home area, but not on either side of Germane or County Road 38. When the commercial area develops, walks would be required on the west side of Germane, north of 38 and the north side of County Road 38 from Galaxie to Cedar, the cost of which to be assessed back agamnst the benefited property. MOTION• of Garrison, seconded by Pearsall, to pass the resolution amending the Cedar Knolls development contract dated December 30, 196 in relation to required sidewalks. Those in favor Garrison, Pearsall, Largen and Hollenbeck. Opposed - none. Motion carried. (See resolution attached) VILLAGE OF APPLE VALLEY Page Minutes of the meeting of August 13, 1969 2. Bond Security - The developer wi11 be required to provide additional bond security to the Village to cover surface improvements in the public right-of-way for the townhouse area. Bond to include street surfacing, boulevard sod and sidewalks. Palomino Hills ~+th Addition The final plat was presented by Mr. Voss and Mr. Rosene. Recommended provisions for inclusion in the development contract were also outlined. The attorney was authorized to prepare the development contract in accordance with the recommendations presented. MOTION: of Garrison, seconded by Pearsall, to authorize the Engineer to prepare plans and specs for water and sanitary sewer laterals and house services for Palomino Hills ~+th Addition. Those in favor Hollenbeck, Garrison, Larger and Pearsall. Opposed - none. Motion carried. Valley Commercial Park Development Contract This plat was approved originally by the Town Board. No development contract was asked for their. The plat was never recorded so we can ask for a development contract now. The Engineer recommended assessing the property for the improvements, rather than asking for a bond. The Administrator and staff will discuss the policy and come back with recommendations. The Administrator presented the mid-year budget review. The Council went over the report with him. The Administrator prepared a recommendation for the Council pertaining to the audit management letter frmm Ernst and Ernst. MOTION: of Hollenbeck, seconded by Garrison, that we accept the Administrator's recom- mendations and authorize the recruitment of an accountant. Those in favor Hollenbeck, Garrison, Larger and Pearsall. Opposed - none. Motion carried. MOTION• of Pearsall, seconded by Garrison, to authorize the Administrator to engage a systems consultant once the accountant is hired. Those in favor Pearsall., Larger, Garrison and Hollenbeck. Opposed - none. Motion carried. The Administrator read the ordinance requirements for hiring a police officer. MOTION• Of Garrison, seconded by Hollerbeck, authorizing the Administrator to advertise for a police officer in accordance to the ordinance and civil service testing. Final decision is to be made after joirt recommendation of both the Police Chief and the Administrator. Those in favor Hollenbeck, Garrison, Larger and Pearsall. Opposed - none. Motion carried. MOTION: of Hollerbeck, seconded by Pearsall, to send Ordinance 32 to the Police Committee for revamping and updating. Those in favor Pearsall, Larger, Garrison and , Hollenbeck. Opposed - none. Motion carried. MOTION: of Garrison, seconded by Hollenbeck, to authorize Mr. Olsen to go to the T. C. M. A. Conference if time schedule permits. Those in favor Hollenbeck, Garrison, Larger and Pearsall. Opposed -none. Motion carried. VILLAGE OF APPLE VALLEY Minutes of the meeting of August 13, 1969 Page 5 MOTION of Largen, seconded by Garrison, authorizing the Industrial and Commercial Committees to draft formats for brochures for the Village. Those in favor Pearsall, Largen, Garrison and Hollenbeck. Opposed - none. Motion carried. MOTION• of Pearsall, seconded by Hollenbeck, that we pay the bills, with the addition of the bill to DeForrest Spencer. Those in favor Hollenbeck, Garrison, Largen and Pearsall. Opposed - none. Motion carried. The Administrator mentioned the necessity of locating the driveway entrances to the Village Hall. There will have to be some regrading of the parking lot, due to a change in street grade. It is also recommended that the Village Hall hook up to the water and sewer. The stubs are now installed. Detailed cost estimates to be developed for Council consideration. The Mayor mentioned that the Police Chief asked that a drinking fountain be installed in the office. The Mayor then suggested that we buy fountains for both inside and out as the children are coming in the office often. MOTION• of Pearsall, seconded by Hollenbeck, to adjourn. Those in favor Hollenbeck, Pearsall, Garrison and Largen. Opposed - none. Motion carried. Adjorned at 12 10 P. M. c~~a~ urtis E. Olsen, Administrator R E S O L U T I O N RESOLVED, that the agreement between HUGK B, THORSON and RONALD CORNWELL, developers., and the Town ~,of Lebanon, dated December 30th, 1968, may be and hereby is amended as follows• 19, (a~ Except as provided in Subdivision (b), the developers agree to construct sidewalks, according to reasonable specifications. of the Village, along both sides of all streets, both public and private, in the development except as follows. 1. No sidewalk shall be provided on Germaine Avenue north of 127th Street West 2. No sidewalk shall be provided on 127th Street West (also known as County Road 3$) (b) Developers hereby agree that the Village shall have the right and option to require them to construct Sidewalks on the West side of Germaine Avenue North of 127th Street and on the North side of 127th Street West (also known as County Road 38) at such time as developers present the plat of the commercial area for approval. C E R T 1 F 1~ CAT E f, the undersigned, being the duly appointed and acting Clerk of the Village of Apple Valley, Dakota County, Minnesota (Successor Municipal Corporation to the Town of Lebanon, Dakota County, Minnesota, as of January lst, ]969)•, hereby certify that the above is a true and correct copy of a resolution, duly passed and adopted 6y the Village Council of said Village, at a duly held meeting on August 13th, 1969. DATED at Apple Valley, Minnesota this 13th day of August, 1969. Curtis E. Olsen - Village Clerk We, the undersigned, hereby agree to the above changes. DATED this day of 19b9, Hugh B. Thorson • Ronald Cornwe VILLAGE OF APPLE VALLEY • PAYROLL 8-13-69 Gene Corrigan $ 288.63. James Heidemann 256.51 Yvonne Jacobson 190.90 James Knaeble 238•x+5 Elliel Knutsen 2+9.15 Charles Kohls ?79•x+3 Charles R. Kraft 151.90 Joseph S. Oistad 153.01 Curtis E. Olsen x+08.03 Joel Osterhus 307.76 John O'Toole 138.70 Charles Ross 306.x+2 Kenneth Rowley 2~+2.79 Joyce Viveiros 182.x+0 Tom Wahl 199.15 Prudential Insurance Co. 163.12 Wisconsin National Insurance Co. 25.16 State of Minnesota (P.E.R.A. ) 21~+.~+9 James A. Bjornlie 76.x+8 Susan Flippin 32.13 Margaret N~yers 25.70 Paula Rice 28.13 • Michele Ullrich 32.13 Judy Wegman 50.75 $4,241.30 VILLAGE OF APPLE VALLEY • GENERAL FUND DISBURSEMENTS August 13~ 1969 • Petty Cash Fund (Curtis E. Olsen) $ 30.00 Dakota County Electric 167.38 The Paper Shop 20.00 Urban Planning b Design, Inc. 877.50 Fireside Office Supply, Inc. 49.90 Dakota County Tribune 123.06 Xerox 60.09 Vill. of Apple Valley, Util. Dept 202.50^ Corrigan Electric Company 106.75,%r,~6~~ Bonestroo d Rosene, Inc. 167.50• UU Apple Valley Utilities Dept. 10,760.67-~ Toombs Insurance Agency 663.00 Int'1 Conference of Bldg. Officials 9.80 Bonestroo S. Rosene, Inc. 48.50 St. Paul Book d. Stationery Co. 15.59 Gagers 26.75 Mobil Oil Corporation 304.37 _ ~f~~ir~~``° McNamara-Vivant Contr. Co., Inc. 8.25 Fluegel Elevator, Inc. 23.9 5-- ~~~"Tv Corcoran Hardware b Impl. Co. 50.47-~~~0 -irna~ Int' 1 Harvester Co. 13.68 -4P~' Bahls Motor and Implement, Inc. 17.40~~ p n~~ D McNamara-Vivant Contr. Co., Inc. 345.00 ~ r ~2s Fischer Oldsmobile 2.00 Charles S. Berres 12.00' • Rosemount Dodge 11.36 , Twin Tires, Inc. 84.00 4 2 Phillips Petroleum Co. 73.03 G~'~ ~ ~ Hanson Drug 12.56 Valley Chrysler Plymouth 102.47 - U Prudential Insurance Co. 136.86 L~ Wisconsin National Ins. Co. 12.10 341.25 State of Minnesota (P.E.R.A.) ' ~ B. D. Smith 25.00 0~ Steichen's Assoc. Sales 24.00 19.37 American Handicraf is Co. $14,948.11 __.~_n_~.,.___...~_~..~._ VILLAGE OF APPLE VALLEY BOND FUND DISBURSEN~T1'I'S . 8-?-3-69 110M TOWN HALL & FIRE E~UIl'MENT BONDS Fidelity Bank and Trust Company $ 2 160.3 2,1 0.39 $2601000 BOND National Bank and Trust Company 9~~+~+~71 4• a•,~ ~ 944.71 $300, 000 BOND Apple Valley Development Account $ 257.18 X57.1$ X525, o0o BOND William L. Carroll $ 2,568.00 Bonestroo, Rosene, Anderlik 217.50 Twin City Testing and Engineering Laboratory, Inc. 30.00 Northwestern National, Bank of Minneapolis 2g 628.5+ • 32,444.04 $1,135,000 Bohn Peter Lametti Constr. Co. $ 1,812.33 Pittsburgh-Des Moines Steel Co. 95 9+5.13 97,757• $1,220,000 BOND Bonestroo, Rosene, Anderlik & Associates $ 7,697.27 Austin P. Keller Constr. Co. 50,198.73 Erickson & Erickson, Inc. 16,073.23 Sandstrom & Hafner, Inc. 23,190.16 ~ 97,159.39 r,~cc` ~ ~ a~d~ o~ 9 1.~9 3~ Y Y . VILLAGE OF APPLE VALLEY UTILITIES DEPARTMIIVT DISBURSEN~NTS - 8-13-6g Robert L. Erickson, M.D. ~ _306''" Phillips Petroleum Company 24.01 Skelly Oil Company 20.00.• St. Paul Stamp Works, Inc. 10.85 - Fireside Office Supply, Inc. 17.90 Central77~~TTT,elephno}~ny.-e~yCo. 20.65 Michel Sales Company 11.10° T`"-' ' Roberts Drugs 3.33 ,~~~~'~~„L~,~ Duane Nielsen 122.15 Duane Nielsen 33.30 a.C,a-~ ~p~~ Wenzel Plumbing & Heating 60.00 ,t,~r~'~ J~~'" Hawkins Chemical, Inc. 95.80 Hawkins Chemical, Inc. 152.1 Continental Safety Equipment, Inc. 16.18 ~ Sanfax Chemicals 40.50 State of Minnesota (Sales & Use Tax) 66.57 ~~u~~/~t~~ LaVernes Pumping Service 40.00-~A'1~ ~V Central Telephone Company 24.OO..r ~acl~.t,~.~~ Dakota County Electric 1,340.25 Corcoran Hardware 3.94.1*i ~~%~?v~ Power-Process , .n~ ~ 1,94g.60,,r Davies Water Equipment Co. ~ a~C. ~~U"~~~ 182.60 ~ 1 .OO•s- Dick s Valley Service 5 Yvonne M. Jacobson (Mileage) 33.00.• Utilities Department - Petty Cash 50.00 Deposit Refunds to be Paid Ronald W. Ittner 30.00 Gordon A. Petersen 15.00 David Roberts, Jr. 15.00 James W. Hendrickson 13.60 Rickey E. Ravenholdt 30.00 Thomas Taylor, Jr. 30.00 Gary 0. Olson 15.00 Keith Komarek 30.00 David Jungwirth 30.00 John W. Fesler 15.00 George A. Ledoux 30.00 Luverne Nielsen 5.55 Earl R. Bucholz 15.00 Richard Shaughnessy 27.00 William D. Gilbert 20.68 Rex T. Larsen 30.00 Vernon J. A. Buchholz 15.00 Tri State Drilling 165.91r Waterous Company 190.75 Coast-to-Coast 12.94"' Roger C. Guenther 15.00 $5,087.26