HomeMy WebLinkAbout1971/08/18VILLAGE OF APPLE VALLEY
Dakota County, Minnesota
Minutes of the meeting of the Village Council, Village of Apple Valley, Dakota County,
Minnesota held August 18, 1971.
PRESENT: Mayor Largen; Councilmen Branning, Garrison and Hollenbeck; Clerk Asleson
ABSENT: Councilman Pearsall
The Mayor called the meeting to order at 8:10 p.m.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Joint Public Hearings Planning Commission and Village Council
Phillips 66 Special Use Permit for Car Wash- The hearing was called to order at 8:12
pom. The affidavit of publication was read and the affidavit of mailing noted. The
Planning Consultant gave his opinion of the proposal. Mr. Walker of Phillips 66 pre-
sented the plans they had for this. Discussion on realigning of frontage road to pro-
vide more stacking area. The Mayor asked for additional comments from the Planning
Commission or Council and then opened the discussion to the floor. There being no
further discussion, the hearing was declared closed at 8:30 p.m.
Lapaz Addition Preliminary Plat- The hearing was called to order at 8:34 p.m. Affidavit
of publication was read aloud and affidavit of mailing noted. The Planning Consultant
presented the proposed plat. The Engineer commented on the utilities and the drainage.
Mro Ulrich felt that, in his opinion, the recommendations of the Planning Commission
were not carried out satisfactorily. Councilman Hollenbeck questioned the length of
the cul-de-sac. Mr. Gilmore commented on what they had planned for the area. They
would like to plat just the north section as the first addition. Councilman Branning
mentioned the recreation area. He asked if they were aware of park land dedication or
cash in lieu of park. The hearing was then opened to the public. Mr. Bell wondered
what would be done to Ellice Trail regarding the street. The Mayor said the whole plat
should be discussed with Mr. Winden. The hearing was continued until September 1, 1971,
and closed at 9:15 p.m.
The Council then left the Planning Commission at this time and reconvened in the Adminis~
trator's office at 9:35 p.m.
1. Gary Gray and Tom Brunberg of the Apple Valley Jaycees were present to discuss with the
Council an "Apple Valley Days" celebration. First they mentioned to the Council some
of the projects they would be working on during the coming year to include aiding in
voter registration this fall and erecting a flag pole in front of the Village Hall
The Council requested their help in organizing a system for covering the Village with a
petition regarding the County Court system. Tom Brunberg mentioned some of the events
they had planned for their celebration, such as a Jr. Miss pageant, a donkey softball
game, teen dance and requesting special sales from the local merchants.
2. Letter from the Valley Athletic Association received.
3. Letter from Mr. Wendeln received. Mayor has responded.
ORDINANCES & RESOLUTIONS
1. Resolution accepting storage ponding easement in Apple Villa Addition.
MOTION: of Garrison, seconded by Hollenbeck, to pass the resolution accepting the ponding
easement, subject to the attorney's reviewal. Those in favor Garrison Hollenbeck,
Largen and Branning - opposed none. Motion carried.
MOTION: of Branning seconded by Hollenbeck to pass the resolution accepting the Fiseher rate
quotation for 1971 -72. Those in favor Branning, Hollenbeck, Garrison and Largen
opposed - none. Motion carried.
Transient merchants ordinance- Council discussed tile portion on registration of merchants and
tabled the item until the next Council meeting.
Mayor's news release to the papers noted.
Councilman Branning submitted a resolution requesting a flashing red light and pedestrian button
for County Road #42 and Garden View Drive,
MOTION: of Branning seconded by Hollenbeck to pass the resolution, as amended, requesting the
County's consideration of some type of electric signals at the above location. Those
in favor Branning, Hollenbeek Largen and Garrison opposed none Motion carried.
MOTION: of Branuing, seconded by Hollenbeck, to pass the resolution setting a public hearing
for September 15th for the treatment plant connection charges in Valley Commercial. Park.
Those in favor Branning, Hollenbeck Garrison and Largen opposed - none. Motion
carried.
Clerk-Treasurer's Bond.-
MOTION: of Branning, seconded by Hollenbeck, to accept the Treasurer's Bond and authorize cer-
tifying it to the County Auditor. Those in favor Branning Hollenbeck Garrison and
Largen opposed - none. Motion carried.
Greenleaf 4th Addition Development Contract- Discussion on the paving of Fairgreen Avenue. The
Mayor questioned tile assessmeat charged Mr. Thompson for ~ residential equivalent on Gaiaxie
Avenue. The Engineer commented and it was stated that the bill sent to him did not include
curb and gutter. An amended bill is to be sent. The development contract will be held
August 25th.
Councilman Hollenbeck left the meeting at 10:50 p.m.
Engineer's Report- The Engineer requested authorization to do a storm sewer study for the area
east of Cedar Avenue. Approximate cost would be $6,000.
MOTION: of Branning, seconded by Garrison, to authorize the Engineer to prepare a storm sewer
study for the above. Those in favor Branning, Garrison and Largen - opposed - none.
Motion carried.
Councilman Garrison noted that Mr. George Lawrence would be in town on Wednesday, August 25th
and there would be a meeting at the Village Hall at 3:00 p.m. that day regarding Valley Commer-
cial Park. All Council. members were invited to attend.
MOTION: of Garrison, seconded by Branning, to authorize the issuance of a building permit for
an addition to the Snyder Drug Store, as recommended by the Planning Commission. Those
in favor Garrison, Branning, and Largen - opposed none. Motion carried.
MOTION: of Branning, seconded by Garrison, to pay the bills, check #2359-2426, in the amount
of $162,292.51, except for the McNamara bill, which will be looked into further.
Those in favor Branning, Garrison and Largen opposed none. Motion carried
MOTION: of Garrison, seconded by Branning, to adjourn. Unanimously carried.
Adjourned at 11:10 p.m.
Mayor
Clerk