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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1971/08/25VILLAGE OF APPLE VALLEY Dakota County Minnesota Minutes of the meeting of the Village Council Village of Apple Valley Dakota County, Minnesota held on August 25, 1971. PRESENT: Mayor Largen; Councilmen Garrison. Branning and Hollenbeck; Clerk Asleson ABSENT: Councilman Pearsall The meeting was called to order at 7:35 pm All residents attending took part in the pledge of allegismce to the flag. Pastor Knutson of Grace Lutheran Church gave the invo- cation. Minutes MOTION: of Garrison seconded by Branning to approve the minutes of the meetings of August 11 amd August 18, 1971, with the change to page I of the August 11th min- utes Those in favor Garrison, Branning, Largen and Hollenbeck - opposed - none. Motion carried. Petitions Requests smd Communications 1. Notice of Public hearing re: Sand and Gravel operation in Burnsville. The Burnsville Plsmning ConFnission is to meet on Monday, August 30th. The Clerk will notify the Burnsville Administrator of the plsm Mm. Skelton has filed with Apple Valley 2 Mr, and Mrs. Goracke- fire hydrsmt location problem- The Council discussed this smd felt this could not be done. The building inspector read the letter from the Gorackes. MOTION: of Hollenbeck, seconded by Garrison, to turn down the petitioner's request to pay for the moving of the hydrant and stand behind the building inspector's letter. Those in favor Hollenbeck, Garrison, Largen and Branning - opposed - none. Motion carried. Ordinances & Resolutions 1. Consider transient merchant ordinance. Discussion on fees forcharitable organizations. The Plaraning Consultant suggested the Council consider each application smd then their name be put on a list which would not have to be reconsidered each time. Public Hearings ~ 1. Galaxie Avenue from 132nd street to 136th Street. Affidavit of publication read smd hearing declared open at 8:25 p.m. The Village Engineer made comments on the project and the hearing was then opened to the public. Mr. Roberts of 15607 Galaxie questioned the original estimate as opposed to the final assessment. Mrs. Scott had a complaint about the manner in which the construction was carried on. She would like the torn smd dead brsmches cut down and taken away. The Engineer is to look into this. Mrs. Scott also had a question on the front footage charge. There being no further coffments, the hearing was declared closed at 8:35 p.m. 2. Eaton's Trailer Park. Affidavit of publication read and the hearing was declared open a 8:35 p.m. The Engineer explained the project~ smd the clerk read the proposed costs. Mr. Bergen requests a postponement of the hearing on this because of some delay in his receiving the notice of the hearing and his attorney being out of town. Council agreed to continue the hearing to September 1 1971. Eaton's Ranch- affidavit of publication with the above. There being no discussion on the assessment~ the hearing was declared closed at 8:40 p.m. Apple Valley 4th Addition Sewer Improvements. Affidavit of publication was read and hearing declared open at 8:40 p.m. Discussion on prepaymnent of assessments. Dan Hogan submitted figures pertaining to his assessment to the Council. He did not agree with the assess- ment on the street repairs and cited previous Council action as it applied to him. Mrs. Scobie had a complaint about the repairs done to the sidewalks and curbs, and also said that since her hookup to the city sewer she had been having backup problems in her basement. Mr. Alroy Docter mentioned that the boulevard sod had never been replaced, and the engineer took his address. Mr. Atherton wanted to know the method of assessing used. He was told it was done on a per-lot basis. Mr. Hogan asked what percentage was added on to the total cost for engineering fees and other miscellaneous costs. The Mayor said this was the actual cost and there was no add-on, Maynard 01son asked if it would be possible to pay extra on the assessments each year without actually paying it up. He was told it was not advisable. There being no further discussioni the hearing was declared closed at 9:25 p.m. Cedar Avenue Frontage Road. The hearing was called to order at 9:25 p.m. The affidavit of publication was read aloud. The Engineer commented on the project. Mr. 0sterhus questioned the cost of $13.88 per front foot for both side of the street. He objected -bo having to pay for the portion of the frontage road that abutted Cedar Avenue as a part of the assess- ment. The Cotmcil said there was a written agreement as to the maximum assessment to be chargedj so any other improvements would be primarily at Village expense. There being no further discussion, the hearing was closed at 9:40 p.m. Transient Merchants License- referred to the attorney for final draft of ordinance.- Mayor's Report He had a meeting with the zoological board and they are still intending to have a zoo in App' Valley. They are affirming our site. He wrote a letter to the Dakota Gounty Commissioners and Chairman Ahlberg regarding the "Emer- gency Employment Act" by municipalities, for veterans. The County is to act as the agency. The Mayor has put in a request for Apple Valley for an additional police officer and, if possibl~ someone for the Park Department. Councilman Garrison said that John Peck has consented to head the program for Apple Valley, which is to obtain signatures on a petition requesting the County to submit a ballot in the upcoming election as to the location of the new Cotunty Court House He also related that the Police Department; with the aid of a local citizen, just today appre- hended a young man who was AWOL. The Mayor mentioned he had received a communication from Jerry Tritten of the Jaycees challen- ging them to a donkey ball game during "Apple Valley Daze". It will be on Sunday, September '19th at 2:30 p.m. The Council approved the Jaycees request to allow voter registration at the Penny's Shopping Center, with the necessary oath sad instructions. Councilman Branning mentioned some of the items discussed at the recent school board meeting. They would like the Jr. High area seeded this fall. The estimate for seed and seeding is approx- imately $3,000 for the 20 acres involved. The VAA would like -to use white wash to paint the football fields this fall and was won- dering ifthe Village was planning to purchase a paint sprayer in the near future. MOTION: of Brarnaing, seconded by Garrison to check into the prices for a paint sprayer and obtain three quotations on such a machine. Those in favor Branning, Garrison, Largen and Hollenbeck - opposed - none. Motion carried. VILLAGE OF ALPPLE VALLEY Dakota County, Minnesota Page 3 The 1972 budget work session was set for Tuesday, September 7th at 4 p.m. Letters were sent out to the sand and gravel operators regarding the hours allowed under the present ordinance. Mr. Fischer was at the meeting to request a 24 hour basis from Sunday through Saturday. MOTION: of Garrison seconded by Branning, to allow Fishers to continue to operate with the changes in operation discussed on a trial basis for one month. Those in favor Garrison, Branning, Hollenbeck and Largen - opposed - none. Motion carried. Planning Commission and Consultant 1. Bids for development of four parks- MOTION: of Branning, seconded by Garrison to reject all of the bids. Those in favor Branning Garrison, Largen and Hollenbeck - opposed - none. Motion carried. MOTION: of Garrison seconded by Hollenbeck, to readvertise for bids for park development £or September 14th on the four parks as recommended by the Planning Consultant smd Engineer with the separating of the types of construction smd discussion with each of the bidders. Those in favor Garrison Hollenbeck, Largen and Branning - opposed - none. Motion carried. 2. Home Occupation. Douglas Anderson- Planning Commission recommends allowing a 5-month permit to operate this business without advertising. MOTION: of Garrison, seconded by Largen, to not allow a commercial business, with adver- tising, in a residential area, and authorize the Clerk to write a letter, stating said, and return fee. Those in favor Garrison Largen and Branning - opposed - Hollenbeek. Motion carried. The Planning Consultant read a letter from Ed Blraemer & Sons regarding the sand and gravel permit. Faith Park, Greenlea£ 4th Addition- the Planning Consultant presented the plan and the Council discussed the plans with him and Dave Padrta of the Park Committee. The Engineer is to call Mr. Thompson regarding saving the trees. Park Cofnmittee minutes for August 24th submitted. The attorney said the Roberts land was condemned for the water easement. He also mentioned that Mrs. Hayes had called him and is still waiting for a reply for her appraiser. 01d Business Development Contract, Greenleaf 4th Addition- MOTION: of Branning seconded by Hollenbeck, to approve the development contract for the Greenleaf 4th Addition. Those in favor Branning Hollenbeck, Largen and Garrison - opposed - none. Motion carried. Water and sewer bids Greenleaf 4th Addition- the Engineer explained the situation and recommended the bid be awarded to Erickson & Eriekson, the low bidder, at the amended bid of $249,405.00. MOTION: of Garrison, seconded by Hollenbesk, to pass the resolution awarding the bid to Erickson & Erickson, in the amount of $249,405.00. Those in favor Garrison~ Hollenbeck, Largen and Branning - opposed - none. Motion carried. The Engineer read a letter from Mr. Bonestroo to the Council regarding 2he Eastern Sewer Trunk. It was discussed by the Council. The Engineer mentioned 2here would be a Metro Sewer Board meeting at 3:30 p.m. on August 30th regarding sanitary sewer service in the vicinity of Crystal Lake. Councilman Pearsall will be asked to attend the meeting. Engineer's Report 1. Change Order- Palomino Hills Street project, Fischer Sand and Aggregate Company. MOTION: of Garrison, seconded by Branning, to approve the change order. Those in favor Garrison Branning Rollenbeck and Largen - opposed - none. Motion carried. 2. Apple Valley 4th Addition- Change order re constgo, ction of sewer and water to Eaton's Trailer Park and Eaton's Ranch. This change order was revised to include both projects. MOTION: of Branning, seconded by Hollenbeck, to approve the change order to the Apple Valley 4th Addition project. Those in favor Branning, Hollenbeck Largen and Garrison - opposed - none. Motion carried. 3. Palomino Hills 4th Addition change order~ Erickson & Erickson-- MOTION: of Garrison, seconded by Branning, to approve the change order for Palomino Hills 4th Addition as recommended. Those in favor Garrison Branning, Largen and Hollenbeck - opposed - none. Motion carried. Councilman Garrison summarized this afternoon's meeting with the property owners in Valley Commercial Park and other owners of property abutting Pennock Avenue~ north and south of County Road 42. The Mayor is to talk to the property owners about extending the frontage road north of 147th Street. The Engineer recommended the acceptance of the streets in Apple Valley 4th Addition and rec- ommended payment of the final estimate. MOTION: of Branning seconded by Hollenbeck, to approve the final payment for the Apple Valley 4th Addition Streets. Those in favor Branning, Hollenbeck, Largen and Garrison - opposed - none. Motion carried. The Council requested that the Clerk ask someone to come out and look at the tree situation in Apple Valley, especially those in the Scott Highlands area. MOTION: of Hollenbeck seconded by Branning, to pay the bills cheek #2427 through 2483, in the amount of $101,173.20, plus the McNamara bill which was held from the last Council meeting. Those in favor Hollenbeck, Branning, Largen and Garrison - opposed - none. Motion carried. MOTION: of Branning, seconded by Hollenbeck to adjourn. Unanimously carried. Adjourned at 12:45 a.m. ATTEST: Mayor Clerk