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HomeMy WebLinkAbout02/22/1996CITY OF APPLE VALLEY Dakota County, Minnesota February 22, 1996 Minutes of the meeting of the City Council of Apple Valley, Dakota County, Minnesota, held February 22nd, 1996, at 8:00 o’clock p.m., at Apple Valley City Hall. PRESENT: Mayor Branning; Cou ncilmembers Erickson, Goodwin, Humphrey, and Sterling. ABSENT: None. City staff members present were: City Administrator Gretz, City Clerk Mueller, City Attorney Sheldon, Fire Chief Calvin, Police Captain Erickson, Assistant to the Administrator Grawe, Parks & Recreation Director Johnson, Community Development Director Kelley, Assistant Planner Lovelace, and Public Works Director Miranowski Mayor Branning 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. APPROVAL OF AGENDA MOTION: of Sterling, seconded by Erickson, approving the agenda for tonight’s meeting as amended. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0. AUDIENCE Mayor Branning asked if anyone was present to address the Council at this time on any item not on this meeting’s agenda. No one was present to speak. CONSENT AGENDA MOTION: of Goodwin, seconded by Sterling, moving support for gypsy moth spray program to the regular agenda and approving all remaining items on the consent agenda. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0. CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS MOTION: of Goodwin, seconded by Sterling, approving the minutes of the regular meeting of February 8th, 1996, as written. Ayes - 4 - Nays - 0 (Sterling Abstained). Resolution No. 1996-36 MOTION: of Goodwin, seconded by Sterling, adopting approving amendments to the Bylaws of the Apple Valley Firefighters’ Relief Association as approved by the membership at its regular meeting of February 11, 1996. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0. Resolution No. 1996-37 MOTION: of Goodwin, seconde d by Sterling, adopting designating MGSI Securities Incorporated of Texas as an additional depository for City funds CITY OF APPLE VALLEY Dakota County, Minnesota February 22, 1996 Page 2 and deleting GSC Group, Inc., of Texas from the list of depositories approved by Resolution No. 1996-13. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0. MOTION: of Goodwin, seconded by Sterling, approving 1996-1997 renewal of City insurance with the League of Minnesota Cities Insurance Trust, at a premium of $373,498, as listed in the Finance Director’s memo dated February 15, 1996. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0. MOTION: of Goodwin, seconded by Sterling, authorizing the Finance Director to request proposals, due March 19, 1996; for financial services, for a two-year period, from institutions with offices located in the City as described in the Finance Director’s memo dated February 14, 1996. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0. MOTION: of Goodwin, seconded by Sterling, approving additional 1996 cigarette sales and coin-operated device licenses as shown on the list dated February 22, 1996. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0. Resolution No. 1996-38 MOTION: of Goodwin, seconded by Sterling, adopting approving the final plat and subdivision agreement for Cedar Isle Estates 4th Addition and authorizing the Mayor and Clerk to sign the same. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0. MOTION: of Goodwin, seconded by Sterling, granting a setback variance to allow construction of a new house on Lot 1, Block 1, Alimagnet Landing, to within 40 feet of the north side lot line as recommended by the Planning Commission. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0. Resolution No. 1996-39 MOTION: of Goodwin, sec onded by Sterling, adopting awarding the purchase of “Removable Artificial Turf Flooring” for Hayes Park Arena to Playfield International, Inc., the lowest responsible bidder, in the amount of $51,566.72 including installation. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0. MOTION: of Goodwin, seconded by Sterling, amending the 1996 Council meeting schedule by setting informal meetings at 6:30 p.m. on the second Thursday of each month, preceding regular meetings, and canceling informal meetings previously set for the third Thursday of each month. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0. MOTION: of Goodwin, seconded by Sterling, approving hiring the part-time employee as listed in the Personnel Report dated February 22, 1996. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0. MOTION: of Goodwin, seconded by Sterling, approving contracting with CUI-Career Temps for temporary substitute receptionist service at City Hall as listed in the Personnel Report dated February 22, 1996. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY Dakota County, Minnesota February 22, 1996 Page 3 END OF CONSENT AGENDA GYPSY MOTH ERADICATION SPRAY PROGRAM Mr. Gretz said the City has been informed by the Minnesota and United States Departments of Agriculture (MDA/USDA) that gypsy moth infestations were found in the southwest part of the City. The MDA/USDA are proposing an aerial spray program, in May, to eradicate the infestation. They have submitted a schedule to implement the program and will be holding a neighborhood meeting with residents of the infected area. Resolution No. 1996-40 MOTION: of Erickson, seconded by Goodwin, adopting supporting the gypsy moth eradication spray program proposed by the Minnesota and United States Departments of Agriculture in May, 1996, involving approximately 230 acres of land in the City. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0. GOOD NEIGHBOR AWARDS Fire Chief Calvin reviewed the events of February 7, 1996, when a fire occurred at 12751 Garner Way, in Cedar Knolls Mobile Home Park. Michael Clark, Les Jandert and Steven Sheehan had rescued a resident, Nancy Fahrforth, from the burning home before the Police and Fire Departments arrived. In recognition of their efforts, the Fire Department nominated these individuals for “Good Neighbor Awards”. Mayor Branning then presented certificates to Michael Clark and Steven Sheehan (Les Jandert was not present) and expressed appreciation for their efforts. Police Captain Erickson then presented “Police Department Citizen Appreciation Awards” to them. ANCHOR BANK OFFICE BUILDING Mr. Lovelace reviewed the Planning Commission’s recommendation on a proposal by Anchor Bancorp for an office building on the northwest corner of 147th Street and Galaxie Avenue. Representatives of the bank and the architect were present to answer questions. Resolution No. 1996-41 MOTION: of Sterling, seconded by Erickson, adopting approving the final plat of Apple Valley Commercial 4th Addition (Replat of Lots 2 and 3, Block 5, Apple Valley Commercial Addition); waiving the requirement for a subdivision agreement; and authorizing the Mayor and Clerk to sign the same as recommended by the Planning Commission. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0. Resolution No. 1996-42 MOTION: of Erickson, seconded by Goodwin, adopting approving the site plan and authorizing issuance of a building permit to Anchor Bank for an office building on Lot 1, Block 1, Apple Valley Commercial 4th Addition; contingent upon an agreement for proof of parking, as recommended by the Planning Commission. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY Dakota County, Minnesota February 22, 1996 Page 4 ORDINANCE AMENDING FEES Mr. Gretz reviewed the City Clerk’s memo dated February 16, 1996, concerning a proposed ordinance amending certain fees and charges for services contained in City Code Section 1-23. It would also amend City Code Sections 6-23 and 6-24 related to commercial sand and gravel excavation permits. The Council accepted this as the second reading. Ordinance No. 612 MOTION: of Erickson, seconded by Goodwin, passing amending certain fees and charges in City Code Section 1-23 and provisions related to commercial sand and gravel excavation permits in City Code Sections 6-23 and 6-24; effective March 1, 1996. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0. PLANNING COMMISSION APPOINTMENTS Mr. Gretz reviewed the City Clerk’s memo dated January 25, 1996, advising that the Planning Commission terms of Frank Blundetto, Diane Nagler and David Swanson expire March 1, 1996. Resolution No. 1996-43 MOTION: of Humphrey, seconded by Goodwin, adopting reappointing David A. Swanson to the Planning Commission for a three-year term expiring March 1, 1999. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0. Resolution No. 1996-44 MOTION: of Erickson, seconded by Goodwin, adopting reappointing Diane L. Nagler to the Planning Commission for a three-year term expiring March 1, 1999. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0. Resolution No. 1996-45 MOTION: of Humphrey, seconded by Goodwin, adopting reappointing Frank R. Blundetto, Jr., to the Planning Commission for a three-year term expiring March 1, 1999. Ayes - 4 - Nays - 0 (Branning Abstained). MARCUS CABLE TV SERVICE CHANGES Mayor Branning commented on potentially misleading information in Marcus Cable’s literature regarding its service and price changes. Councilmember Erickson said the change in service results in about a $2.00 per month increase for his service. Councilmember Humphrey noted the City can only control. base rates, not premium services; however, new Federal legislation will no longer require the City’s phone number to appear on bills. Mr. Gretz said Marcus has notified the City of its request for early renegotiation of its franchise and some of these issues may be able to be addressed. Yesterday the City was notified by Marcus that scrambling of the HBO channel will begin Saturday. Information is being prepared for residents who might call the City and the comments will be logged and forwarded to Marcus. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY Dakota County, Minnesota February 22, 1996 Page 5 VISITOR’S BUREAU Mayor Branning said he has been working with the City Administrator on the possibility of establishing some type of visitors’ bureau now that a motel will be opening in the City. More information on this will be forthcoming. SCHOOL/CITY FACILITY USAGE Mayor Branning commented on high school and middle school attendance boundary issues being addressed by the School Board. He noted that Eagan has joint powers agreements with the School District for each school located in the City and would like more information on this. He said he has also asked Staff to prepare a report on what items the City provides for the School District and what the School District provides for the City as far as facility usage. Councilmember Goodwin said he would like to see the report and provide a copy to the School District for its review and response. COUNCIL ITEMS AND COMMUNICATIONS The Council discussed the Transportation Summit, held yesterday, to reach consensus on issues affecting the Metropolitan Area. Mr. Gretz said there are now five transportation and transit related bills in the House and Senate all calling for some type of gas or sales tax increases. Mayor Branning announced that Arleigh Thorberg, former Planning Commission member and Lebanon Town Board member, died yesterday. The funeral will be February 26, 1996. Congratulations were offered for National League of Cities appointments; Councilmember Sterling was appointed to the Finance, Administration and Intergovernmental Relations (FAIR) Steering Committee and Councilmember Humphrey was appointed to the Economic Development Policy Committee. CLAIMS AND BILLS MOTION: of Erickson, seconded by Humphrey, to pay the claims and bills, check registers dated February 14, 1996, in the amount of $796,693.41; and February 21, 1996, in the amount of $2,877,010.99. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0. MOTION: of Humphrey, seconded by Sterling, to adjourn. Ayes - 5 - Nays - 0. The meeting was adjourned at 8:55 o’clock p.m.