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HomeMy WebLinkAbout03/08/1994CITY OF APPLE VALLEY Dakota County, Minnesota March 8, 1994 Minutes of the regular meeting of the City Council of Apple Valley, Dakota County, Minnesota, held March 8th, 1994, at 8:00 o~clock p.m. at Apple Valley City Hall. PRESENT: Mayor Branning; Councilmembers Erickson, Humphrey, and Sterling. ABSENT: Councilmember Goodwin. City staff members present were: City Administrator Melena, City Clerk Mueller, City Attorney Sheldon, City Engineer Gordon, Personnel Director Boland, Fire Chief Calvin, Police Captain Erickson, Community Development Director Gretz, Associate Planner Hickok, Parks and Recreation Director Johnson, City Planner Kelley, and Public Works Director Miranowski.' Mayor Branning called the meeting to order at 8:05 p.m. The Councilmembers and everyone in attendance took part in the pledge of allegiance to the flag led by the members of Cub Scout Troop 293. MOTION: of Erickson, seconded by Sterling, approving the agenda for tonight's meeting as amended. Ayes - 4 - Nays - 0. APPROVE AGENDA Mayor Branning asked if anyone was present to address the Council at AUDIENCE DISC. this time on any item not on this meetingWs agenda. Helen Schultz, SR. SPACE NEED representing the "Apple Valley Seniors", submitted a list of members TASK FORCE interested in participating on a task force to address meeting space needs for senior citizens. They are Helen Schultz, Robert Backer, Richard English, John Rynerson and John Raiche. MOTION: of Sterling, seconded by Humphrey, moving consideration of the 1994-95 insurance renewal and purchase of Vactor Jet- Rodder to the regular agenda and approving all remaining items on the consent agenda. Ayes - 4 - Nays - 0. CONSENT AGENDA FEB. 24, 1994 MINUTES PROCLAIM VOLUNTEER WEEK PROCLAIM AFS HOSTS WEEK PROCLAIM DANA PETERSON DAY CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS MOTION: of Sterling, seconded by Humphrey, approving the minutes of the regular meeting of February 24th, 1994, as written. Ayes - 4 - Nays - 0. MOTION: of Sterling, seconded by Humphrey, proclaiming March 6 to 13, 1994, as "Volunteers of America Week in Apple Valley". Ayes - 4 - Nays - 0. MOTION: of Sterling, seconded by Humphrey, proclaiming March 6 to 12, 1994, as "AFS Host Family Recognition Week". Ayes - 4 - Nays - 0. MOTION: of Sterling, seconded by Humphrey, proclaiming March 11, 1994, as "Official Dana Peterson Hometown Day" during which she will be honored for her accomplishments on the University of Minnesota Women's Tennis Team. Ayes - 4 - Nays - 0. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY Dakota County, Minnesota March 8, 1994 Page 2 MOTION: MOTION: MOTION: MOTION: MOTION: MOTION: MOTION: MOTION: MOTION: of Sterling, seconded by Humphrey, adopting Resolution No. 1994-63 approving specifications for Furnishing and Planting Up to 420 Boulevard Shade Trees and authorizing advertising for bids to be received at 2:00 p.m. on March 29, 1994. Ayes - 4 - Nays - 0. of Sterling, seconded by Humphrey, adopting Resolution No. 1994-64 approving specifications for Refurbishing a 1979 Fire Pumper/Telesqulrt, Unit 4984, and authorizing advertising for bids to be received at 2:00 p.m. on March 29, 1994. Ayes - 4 - Nays - 0. of Sterling, seconded by Humphrey, adopting Resolution No. 1994-65 approving a request for proposals for Police/Fire Computer Aided Dispatch and Records Management System and authorizing advertising for proposals to be received by 4:00 p.m. on April 18, 1994. Ayes - 4 - Nays - O. of Sterling, seconded by Humphrey, approving renewal of an on-sale 3.2 beer license, for 1994, for Joel Watrud, d/b/a Apple Valley Golf Course. Ayes - 4 - Nays - 0. of Sterling, seconded by Humphrey, approving the classifi- cation of Lot 1, Block 1, The Oaks of Apple Valley II, as non-conservation in preparation for its sale for nonpayment of taxes. Ayes - 4 - Nays - 0. of Sterling, seconded by Humphrey receiving the City Clerk's memo dated March 4, 1994, reporting on the history of increases in various license, permit and service fees. Ayes - 4 - Nays - 0. of Sterling, seconded by Humphrey, adopting Resolution No. 1994-66 supporting President Cltnton's order on procurement of recycled materials and directing Staff to prepare City policies to reflect the same. Ayes - 4 - Nays - O. of Sterling, seconded by Humphrey, adopting Resolution No. 1994-67 expressing concern with the Commission on Reform and Efficiency (CORE) Report and opposing its use for comparison of local government services or establishing changes in state aid distribution. Ayes - 4 - Nays - O. of Sterling, seconded by Humphrey, approving a Plumbing Permit and Inspection Agreement with the Minnesota Zoological Board, for 1994, and authorizing the Mayor and Clerk to sign the same. Ayes - 4 - Nays - 0. RES. 1994-63 BOULEVARD TREE BIDS RES. 1994-64 REFURBISH FIRE TRUCK BIDS RES. 1994-65 POLICE/FIRE CAD R.F.P. GOLF COURSE BEER LICENSE TAX FORFEIT CLASSIFICATION FEE SCHEDULE REPORT RES. 1994-66 "BUY RECYCLED" RES. 1994-67 CORE REPORT OPPOSITION ZOO PLUMBING AGREEMENT CITY OF APPLE VALLEY Dakota County, Minnesota March 8, 1994 Page 3 MOTION: MOTION: MOTION: MOTION: MOTION: MOTION: MOTION: MOTION: MOTION: of Sterling, seconded by Humphrey, authorizing the expenditure of $10,000.00 from the LGA Contingency Fund to fund the Economic Growth Partnership Committee activities. Ayes - 4 - Nays - 0. of Sterling, seconded by Humphrey, approving a Cooperation Agreement with the Dakota County Housing and Redevelopment Authority to construct up to 99 dwelling units ~or senior citizen housing on Lot 1_, Block 2, Carroll Center 2nd Addition, and authorizing the Mayo~ and Clerk to sign the same. Ayes - 4 - Nays - 0. of Sterling, seconded by Humphrey, adopting Resolution No. 1994-68 approving a subdivision grading permit for The Woodwinds 2nd and 3rd Additions, as recommended by the City Engineer. Ayes - 4 - Nays - 0. of Sterling, seconded by Humphrey, adopting Resolution No. 1994-69 approving the final plat and subdivision agreement for Cedar Pointe 2nd Addition and authorizing the Mayor and Clerk to sign the same. Ayes - 4 - Nays - 0. of Sterling, seconded by Humphrey, adopting Resolution No. 1994-70 directing the Engineer to prepare plans and specifi- cations for Project 94-438, Cedar Pointe 2nd Addition Utility and Street Improvements. Ayes - 4 - Nays - 0. of Sterling, seconded by Humphrey, directing the Engineer to prepare a preliminary feasibility report for improvements to serve Carroll Center 2nd Addition, located east of Cedar between 155th and 157th Streets. Ayes - 4 - Nays - 0. of Sterling, seconded by Humphrey, adopting Resolution No. 1994-71 receiving the preliminary engineering report for Project 94-432, Mistwood Utility and Street Improvements, and setting a hearing on it at 8:00 p.m. on April 14, 1994. Ayes - 4 - Nays - 0. of Sterling, seconded by Humphrey, a~opting Resolution No. 1994-72 directing the Engineer to prepare plans and specifications for Project 94-432. Ayes - 4 - Nays - 0. of Sterling, seconded by Humphrey, adopting Resolution No. 1994-73 receiving the preliminary engineering report for Project 94-428, Cedar Isle Estates Utility and Street Improvements, and setting a hearing on it at 8:00 p.m. on May 12, 1994. Ayes - 4 - Nays - 0. ECONOMIC GROW. COM. FUNDING' HRA SENIOR HOUSING COOP. AGREEMENT RES. 1994-68 WOODWINDS GRADING PERMIT RES. 1994-69 CEDAR POINTE 2ND FINAL-PLAT RES. 1994-70 PROJ. 94-438 PLANS & SPECS. PRELIM. REPORT CEDAR CENTER 2ND ADDITION RES. 1994-71 PROJ. 94-432 SET HEARING RES. 1994-72 PROJ. 94-432 PLA_NS & SPECS. RES. 1994-73 PROJ. 94-428 SET HEARING CITY OF APPLE VALLEY Dakota County, Minnesota March 8, 1994 Page 4 MOTION: MOTION: MOTION: MOTION: MOTION: MOTION: MOTION: MOTION: MOTION: of Sterling, seconded by Humphrey, adopting Resolution No. 1994-74 directing the Engineer to prepare plans and specifications for Project 94-428. Ayes - 4 - Nays - 0. of Sterling, seconded by Humphrey, adopting Resolution No. 1994-75 receiving the preliminary engineering report for Project 94-452, Industrial Area Utility and Street Improvements (147th Street, Pilot Knob Road to Johnny Cake Ridge Road), and setting a hearing on it at 8:00 p.m. on April 14, 1994. Ayes ~ 4 - Nays - 0. of Sterling, seconded by Humphrey, approving change orders to contracts for Police Facility construction, as listed in the Personnel Director's memo dated March 8, 1994, in the amount of an additional $3,921.00. Ayes - 4 - Nays - 0. of Sterling, seconded by Humphrey, approving the Fire Chief's appointment of Fire Department Officers as listed in his memo dated March 1, 1994. Ayes - 4 - Nays - 0. of Sterling, seconded by Humphrey, ratifying the 1994 Police Officer Union Labor Agreement with Law Enforcement Labor Services, Inc., and authorizing its execution by the City. Ayes - 4 - Nays - O. of Sterling, seconded by Humphrey, approving hiring Jessica Goff for the full-time position of Receivables Accountant, at a starting salary of $28,500, effective March 21, 1994. Ayes - 4 ~ Nays - 0. of Sterling, seconded by Humphrey, approving hiring Sharon Babcock for the full-time position of Utilities Accountant, at a starting salary of $28,500, effective March 9, 1994. Ayes - 4 - Nays - 0. of Sterling, seconded by Humphrey, approving rehiring the seasonal employees as listed in the Personnel Report dated March 8, 1994. Ayes - 4 - Nays - O. END OF CONSENT AGENDA of Sterling, seconded by Erickson, approving renewal of City insurance with the Loague of Minnesota Cities Insurance Trust for 1994-95, at an estimated premium of $453,379, as recommended in the Finance Director's memo dated March 1, 1994. Ayes - 3 - Nays - 0 (Humphrey Abstained). RES. 1994-74 PROJ. 94-428 PLUS & SPECS, RES. 1994-75 PROJ. 94-452 SET HEARING CHANGE ORDERS POLICE STN, FIRE DEPT. OFFICERS LELS 19oz AGREEMEN? HIRE GOFF ACCOUNTANT HIRE BABCOCK ACCOUNTANT HIRE SEASONAL EMPLOYEES INSURANCE RENEW - LMCIT CITY OF APPLE VALLEY Dakota County, Minnesota March 8, 1994 Page 5 Councilmember Humphrey asked if the purchase of a new sewer j etter SEWER JETTER includes trade-in of old equipment? Mr. Melena said the old equip- PURCHASE ment is being converted for use by the Street Department. Mr. Miranowski explained the equipment transfer between the Utility and Street Departments. The sewer jetter is intended to be mounted on a trailer which will be towed. Councilmember Humphrey questioned why the old truck chassis would be sold. Mayor Branning said only the purchase of new equipment is being considered at this time and asked that use of other equipment be discussed at another time. MOTION: of Humphrey, seconded by Erickson, adopting Resolution No. 1994~76 awarding the purchase of a Vactor Sewer Jet-Rodder, for the Utilities Department, to ABM Equipment and Supply, the low bidder, in the amount of $63,154.50. Ayes - 4 - Nays - O. RES. 1994-76 AWARD SEWER JET PURCHASE John Voss reviewed the Planning Commission's recommendations on Valley VAT3.~Y OAKS Oaks Townhomes located east of Pennock at 128th Street. It is a 52- TOWNHOMES unit rental townhome development. The Planning Commission recommended denial of the variance request for one-car garages. The building plans have been revised to add brick to the front and sides of the units; the remainder would be vinyl siding. MOTION: of Ertckson, seconded by Sterling, adopting Resolution No. 1994-77 authorizing submitting the Comprehensive Plan amendment (from CC to MD) for Valley Oaks Townhomes to the Metropolitan Council, as recommended by the Planning Commission, subject to further consideration by the City Council after Metropolitan Council approval. RES. 1994-77 VALLEY OAKS COMP. PLAN AMENDMENT Councilmember Erickson asked what the proposed monthly rent is for the units? Mr. Voss said the petitioner stated it would be approximately $850 per month and it is not subsidized housing. Bruce Reikowskt, 7616 West 128th Street, spoke representing the Saddle Ridge neighborhood, and said they all oppose this proposal. They do not see this as a buffer between their neighborhood and Cedar Avenue; but as the entrance to their neighborhood and an extension of it. They believe it should conform to the surrounding use with lower density and higher quality construction. Mayor Branning asked what the difference is between A and B categories in multiple zones? Mr. Kelley said the difference is setbacks allowed. Councilmember Humphrey said the petitioner requested M-6B zoning and he asked the Attorney to comment. Mr. Sheldon said if the City were to initiate a different zone from the one on which the Planning Commission held the hearing, a new hearing would be required. The issue being considered is a Comprehensive Plan amendment. After an amendment is approved, the City has 180 days to approve a zoning change in conformance with the land use desi~ation. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY Dakota County, Minnesota March 8, 1994 Page 6 Mayor Branning commented on the proposed land use change and said the Council has tried to limit strip commercial centers in the City and develop a downtown. He supported the change from neighborhood commercial to multiple residential use and said he believes the Council can work with the petitioner on the preliminary plat and building permit issues. Vote was taken on the motion. Ayes - 4 - Nays - 0. Mr. Voss said, after reviewing the Planning Commission's actions on this development, it was determined no action was taken on the preliminary plat; only on a waiver of platting for property the MVTA is acquiring. The preliminary plat should be referred back to the Planning Commission. MOTION: of Sterling, seconded by Erickson, referring the preliminary VALLEY OAKS plat of Valley Oaks Townhomes (a three-lot subdivision) to PRELIM. PLAT the Planning Commission for consideration. Ayes - 4 - Nays - 0. MOTION: VALLEY OAKS BLDG. PERMIT of Humphrey, seconded by Erickson, adopting a resolution authorizing issuance of building permits for Valley Oaks Townhomes, consisting of 52 dwelling units, with conditions as recommended by the Planning Commission, and granting a variance to allow one-car garages. Councilmember Sterling said, with the number of two and three bedroom units proposed, she feels strongly all garages should be two-car garages. Wally Johnson, representing the developer, said they are not opposed to two-car garages, but will have to change the plan to accommodate them. Mr. Reikowskl said there is no hardship shown for the garage variance; it is strictly economics and should be denied. MOTION: of Humphrey, seconded by Sterling, amending the foregoing motion by deleting approval of a variance to allow one-car garages. Ayes - 4 - Nays - 0. AMEND MOTION DELETE VARINCE TABLE VALLEY OAKS PERMIT MOTION: of Humphrey, seconded by Erickson, tabling consideration of Valley Oaks Townhomes building permit, for up to 30 days, pending a revised site layout. Ayes - 4 - Nays - O. MOTION: of Ertckson, seconded by Sterling, adopting Resolution No. 1994-78 approving a conditional use permit for Valley Oaks Townhomes allowing exterior building materials consisting of 50 percent brick and 50 percent steel siding. RES. 1994-78 VALLEY OAKS C,U,P, Bruce Fredrick, 7823 West 128th Street, asked for clarification of what was being approved. The Mayor said the building permit has been tabled pending a revised layout; however, if the conditional use permit is approved, it would apply to the building permit when it comes back. CITY OF APPLE VAT3~mY Dakota County, Minnesota March 8, 1994 Page 7 Vote was taken on the motion. Ayes - 4 - Nays - 0. MOTION: of Humphrey, seconded by Sterling, tabling preparation of a TABLE VALLEY preliminary engineering report for Valley Oaks Townhomes OAKS REPORT until a building permit is authorized. Ayes - 4 - Nays - 0. Mayor Branning called the public hearing to order at 9:33 p.m.-to PUBLIC HEARING consider Project 94-430, Palomino Drive/County Road 11 ~ntersection PROJ. 94-430 Reconstruction, and noted receip~ of the affidavit of publication of the hearing notice. Mr. Gordon reviewed the preliminary engineering report and said the project will include widening Palomino Drive between County Road 11 and Garden View Drive. The Mayor asked for questions or comments from the Council and the audience. Ray Connelly said he represents interests that have a purchase agreement on the preperty and understands the time schedule for the project is about three months because a commitment from the state is involved. They will need an extension on the purchase agreement with Brown Tank Company and he will explain the process to them. There were no other questions or comments and the hearing was declared closed at 9:40 p.m. MOTION: of Ertckson, seconded by Humphrey, adopting Resolution No. 1994-79 ordering installation of Project 94-430, Palomino Drive/County Road 11 Intersection Reconstruction. Ayes - 4 - Nays - 0. Mayor Branning called the public hearing to order at 9:41 p.m. to consider Project 94-436, Wyndemere Utility and Street Improvements (Fischer/Centex), and noted receipt of the affidavit of publication of the hearing notice. Mr. Gordon reviewed the preliminary engineering report. The Mayor asked if water mains on the cul de sacs can be connected? Mr. Gordon said they can be. RES. 1994-79 ORDER PROJ. 94-430 PUBLIC HEARIN~ PROJ. 94-436 The Mayor asked for questions or comments from the Council and the audience. There were no other questions and the hearing was declared closed at 9:48 p.m. MOTION: of Sterling, seconded by Ertcks0n, adopting Resolution No. 1994-80 ordering installation of Project 94-436, Wyndemere Utility and Street Improvements. Ages - 4 - Nays - 0. RES. 1994-80 ORDER PROJ. 94-436 RES. 1994-81 TAKE BIDS PROJ, 94-436 PUBLIC HEARING EASEMENT VAt. APPLE PONDS MOTION: of Sterling, seconded by Erickson, adopting Resolution No. 1994-81 approving plans and specifications for Project 94- 436, Wyndemere Utility and Street Improvements, and authorizing advertising for bids to be received at 2:00 p.m. on April 7, 1994. Ayes - 4 - Nays - 0. Mayor Branntng called the public hearing to order at 9:49 p.m. to consider vacating drainage and utility easements on Outlot F, Apple Ponds 3rd Addition, and noted receipt of the affidavit of publication CITY OF APPLE VALLEY Dakota County, Minnesota March 8, 1994 Page 8 of the hearing notice. Mr. Kelley reviewed the site and said a replacement easement and new pond will be constructed with the apartment project under private contract. The Mayor asked for questions or comments from the Council and the audience. There were none and the hearing was declared closed at 9:50 p.m. MOTION: of Humphrey, seconded by Erickson, adopting Resolution No. 1994-82 completing vacation of drainage and utility easements on Outlot F, Apple Ponds 3rd Addition, subject to a replacement easement and subdivision agreement for Apple Ponds 5th Addition. Ayes - 4 - Nays - 0. RES. 1994-82 VACATE APPLE PONDS EASEMT. MOTION: of Erickson, seconded by Humphrey, adopting Resolution No. 1994-83 authorizing issuance of a building permit for Apple Ponds Apartments, on Apple Ponds 3rd Addition (being replatted as Apple Ponds 5th Addition) with conditions, as recommended by the Planning Commission, and the revised site plan with relocated garages. RES. 1994-83 APPLE PONDS APARTMENTS BLDG. PERMIT Douglas Dahms, representing the developer, reviewed the revised plan and noted 20 garages were removed from the Cedar Avenue side and relocated to open up the site. Vote was taken on the motion. Ayes - 4 - Nays - 0. Mr. Hickok reviewed the report on Marquette Bank, at the northwest MARQUETTE BANK corner of 155th Street and Cedar Avenue. (Councilmember Humphrey was TRAFFIC PLAN out of the room during this time, 9:58 p.m.) Glen VanWormer, the City's traffic consultant, presented his analysis of the site. His recommendations included: reconfiguring the access to east-west Whitney Drive for entrance only; extending the median to the east on the north property line so traffic cannot enter teller lanes from the north; extending teller lane exits with surmountable curbs; and realigning curbs for entrance from the north to the bank site. Gene Pederson, representing Whitney Plaza, commented on the existence of cross easements for traffic flow between the properties and planned development requirements for parking availability. MOTION: of Erickson, seconded by Sterling, reapproving issuance of a building permit for Marquette Bank on Lots 1 and 2, Block 1, Delegard 2nd Addition, as authorized by Resolution No. 1994- 61, and granting a variance for drive through teller lanes with traffic plan modifications as presented and recommended by the traffic consultant. REAPPROVE MARQUETTE BANK BLDG. PERMIT & VARIANCE The Mayor asked if there are easement and parking issues the Council should address? Mr. Melena said the City Attorney advised that easement concerns are between the property owners. The bank use still allows the additional parking spaces to be available for school use, after hours, as required. Vote was taken on the motion. Ayes - 3 - Nays - 0. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY Dakota County, Minnesota March 8, 1994 Page 9 Mr. Hickok reviewed the report concerning Dr. Walter-Hansen's appli- HANSEN VET. cation for a building permit at 14990 Garrett Avenue. (Councilmember CLINIC PERMIT Humphrey returned to the room during this time, 10:20 p.m.) A joint parking plan was discussed with adjoining preperty owners, as directed by the Council, but they are not interested. The City Code requires 21 parking stalls for this use which can be accommodated, but if the building's use changes in the future that might be inadequate. MOTION: of Humphrey, seconded by Ertekson, adopting Resolution No. 1994-84 authorizing issuance of a building permit to Dr. Walter-Hansen for a veterinary clinic on Lot 2, Block 1, Apple Valley Commercial 2nd Addition, with conditions, as recommended by the Planning Commission, except a deed covenant concerning future parking; adding a sidewalk connection to County Road 42; and directing Staff to review possible City installation of shared parking and the need for a sidewalk and report back in 30 days. kES. 1994-84 WALTER-HANSEN VET. CLINIC BLDG, PERMIT Mr. Melena said the City can contact adjoining landowners about shared parking and use special assessments to construct the parking. Mayor Branning asked the Attorney for an opinion on whether condemnation could be used to construct parking, if needed, and assess the costs? Mr. Sheldon said he would research the question and report back in 30 days. Dr. Walter-Hansen was present and said he is in favor of Joint parking, but objects to the sidewalk. There is no parking on County Road 42 and it would run along side of his building where he would not want to encourage pedestrians. Reid Hansen, representing him, also objected to the sidewalk and said if it were to be constructed, it should be along Garrett Avenue, not between buildings. Vote was taken on the motion. Ayes - 4 - Nays - 0. Mr. Kelley reviewed the Planning Commission recommendations on the TIRES PLUS proposed Tires Plus south of 149th Street and east of Pennock Avenue. BLDG, PROPOSAL The Council is being asked to make a determination whether this can be deemed a conditional use in an "RB" zone. No outside storage or display or overnight storage of vehicles would be allowed. Mike Dimond, the developer, said Tire Plus does not do mechanical repairs on vehicles and if someone just wanted to buy tires without having them mounted, they could do so. Ron Fiscus, of Yaggy Colby Architects, reviewed sketches of the building and said they agree to the conditions being placed on the site. Kelly Doran, representing the property owner, was present and said they are still proceeding with plans for a Taco Bell, at the northwest corner of County Road 42 and Granda, as previously approved. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY Dakota County, Minnesota March 8, 1994 Page l0 MOTION: of Erickson, seconded by Humphrey, adopting Resolution No. 1994-85 approving a conditional use permit for Tires Plus, allowing minor auto repair with service bays, on Lot 3, Block 1, Margolis Addition, as recommended by the Planning Commission. Ayes - 4 - Nays - 0. MOTION: of Eriekson, seconded by Sterling, adopting Resolution No. 1994-86 authorizing issuance of a building permit for Tires Plus on Lot 3, Block 1, Margolis Addition, with conditions as recommended by the Planning Commission. Ayes - 4 - Nays - 0. MOTION: of Sterling, ssconded by Humphrey, adopting Resolution No. 1994-87 supporting legislation enabling local governmental units to implement a transportation utility to finance local transportation systems. Ayes - 4 - Nays - 0. MOTION: of Humphrey, seconded by Sterling, adopting Resolution No. 1994-88 supporting H.F. 1757 increasing protection from liability for private landowners who make their land available for public recreation without charge. Ayes - 4 - Nays - 0. MOTION: of Humphrey, seconded by Sterling, setting a special meeting at 7:00 p.m., on March 17, 1994, to consider a second sheet of ice. Ayes - 4 - Nays - 0. The Council received a report showing the balance in the LGA Contin- gency Fund at $179,070 as of this meeting date. Mayor Branning noted that the three-year terms of Alan Felknsr and Marcia Gowling, on the Planning Commission, expired March 1st. Mayor Branning noted that the next Economic Growth Partnership Commit- tee Meeting will be April 5, 1994, at 7:30 a.m., at City Hall. MOTION: of Sterling, seconded by Humphrey, approving retaining the firm of Jensen, Oldani & Cooper, Inc., of Bellevue, Wash- ington, for recruitment to fill the Police Chief position. Ayes - 4 - Nays - 0. MOTION: of Humphrey, seconded by Sterling, approving the use of City Public Works Facilities and a Joint exercise with the Army 407th Civil Affairs Battalion on May 6 and 7, 1994, as requested by George Miserendino in his letter dated March 7, 1994. Ayes - 4 - Nays - 0. RES. 1994-85 TIRES PLUS CONDL. USE RES. 1994-86 TIRES PLUS BLDG. PERMIT RES. 1994-87 TRANSPORTATION UTILITY LEG. RES. 1994-88 REC. LIABILITY LIMITS SET SPECIAL MEETING LGA FUND BAL. PLANNING COM. TERMS EGP MEETING POLICE CHIEF SEARCH FIRM ARMY JOINT EXERCISE CITY OFAPPLE Dakota County, Minnesota March 8, 1994 Page 11 Mayor Branning reminded the Council that the Dakota County League of DCLG MEETING Governments' next meeting is March 9, 1994, at 7:00 p.m., in Burnsville. MOTION: of Humphrey, seconded by Sterling, to pay the claims and bills, check registers dated March 4, 1994, in the amount of $2,794,181.40; and March 8, 1994, in the amount of $212,417.67. Ayes - 4 - Nays - 0. CLAIMS & BILLS MOTION: of Sterling, seconded by Erickson, to adjourn. Ayes - 4 - Nays - O. The meeting was adjourned at 11:22 o'clock p.m.