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Home My WebLink About2024/04/25 CITY OF APPLE VALLEY Dakota County, Minnesota April 25, 2024 Minutes of the regular meeting of the City Council of Apple Valley, Dakota County, Minnesota, held April 25, 2024, at 7:00 o'clock p.m. PRESENT: Mayor Hooppaw; Councilmembers Bergman, Goodwin, and Grendahl. ABSENT: Councilmember Melander. City staff members present were: City Administrator Lawell, City Clerk Gackstetter, City Attorney Hills, City Engineer Anderson, Community Development Director Benetti, Parks and Recreation Director Carlson, Deputy Police Chief Dahlstrom, Finance Director Hedberg, Fire Chief Nelson, and Public Works Director Saam. Mayor Hooppaw called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Everyone took part in the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag. APPROVAL OF AGENDA MOTION: of Grendahl, seconded by Bergman, approving the agenda for tonight's meeting, as presented. Ayes - 4 -Nays - 0. AUDIENCE Mayor Hooppaw asked if anyone was present to address the Council, at this time, on any item not on this meeting's agenda. Mr. Doug Cornelius, 13720 Hannibal Circle, commented on SR1370 (a bill before the Minnesota Legislature related to housing), and expressed his opposition. He said there is no evidence it will create affordable housing. If it is not passed this year, he fears the bill could come back next year. He encouraged the Council not to let up on watching and opposing this legislation. Mayor Hooppaw said he thinks it is done for this session, but the City will continue to keep an eye on it. CONSENT AGENDA Mayor Hooppaw asked if the Council or anyone in the audience wished to pull any item from the consent agenda. There were no requests. MOTION: of Goodwin, seconded by Grendahl, approving all items on the consent agenda with no exceptions. Ayes - 4 -Nays - 0. CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS CITY OF APPLE VALLEY Dakota County, Minnesota April 25, 2024 Page 2 MOTION: of Goodwin, seconded by Grendahl, approving the minutes of the regular meeting of April 11, 2024, as written. Ayes -4 -Nays - 0. MOTION: of Goodwin, seconded by Grendahl, adopting Resolution No. 2024-65 approving additional 2023 interfund transfers. Ayes -4 -Nays - 0. MOTION: of Goodwin, seconded by Grendahl, adopting Resolution No. 2024-66 amending the 2023 Operating Budget for year-end items. Ayes -4 -Nays - 0. MOTION: of Goodwin, seconded by Grendahl,adopting Resolution No. 2024-67 amending the 2024 Operating Budget for specific items. Ayes -4 -Nays - 0. MOTION: of Goodwin, seconded by Grendahl,proclaiming May 5 through May 11, 2024, "Drinking Water Week" and calling upon each citizen of Apple Valley to help protect our source waters from pollution,to practice water conservation, and to get involved in local water issues. Ayes-4 -Nays - 0. MOTION: of Goodwin, seconded by Grendahl,receiving the Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee's annual report. Ayes - 4 -Nays - 0. MOTION: of Goodwin, seconded by Grendahl, receiving the Parks and Recreation Department's 2023 annual report. Ayes -4 -Nays- 0. MOTION: of Goodwin, seconded by Grendahl, adopting Resolution No. 2024-68 authorizing submittal of an application to United States Senator Tina Smith for Congressionally Directed Spending for FY2025 appropriation for the Apple Valley Community Center/Apple Valley Senior Center. Ayes - 4 -Nays- 0. MOTION: of Goodwin, seconded by Grendahl, approving release of the subdivision financial guarantee for Orchard Place 3rd Addition/Pulte, as listed in the Community Development Department Assistant's memo. Ayes -4 -Nays - 0. MOTION: of Goodwin, seconded by Grendahl, adopting Resolution No.2024-69 designating multiple Apple Valley roadways as Municipal State Aid Streets. Ayes - 4 -Nays - 0. MOTION: of Goodwin, seconded by Grendahl, adopting Resolution No.2024-70 supporting the Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Grant funding application. Ayes-4 - Nays - 0. MOTION: of Goodwin, seconded by Grendahl, approving the Modification and Amendment of Easement Grant for Northern Natural Gas Company at Hayes Park, as attached to the Parks & Recreation Director's memo, an authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to sign the same. Ayes -4 -Nays - 0. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY Dakota County, Minnesota April 25, 2024 Page 3 MOTION: of Goodwin, seconded by Grendahl, approving the General Obligation Bond Proceeds Grant Agreement—Construction Grant for the Apple Valley Inclusive Playground, with the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economics Development, associated with the 2023 Parks Bond Referendum, in the amount of $1,410,000.00, and authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to sign the same. Ayes - 4 -Nays - 0. MOTION: of Goodwin, seconded by Grendahl, approving the declaration restricting Redwood Park property to receive Minnesota General Obligations Bond Proceeds Grant for the Apple Valley Inclusive Playground, associated with the 2023 Parks Bond Referendum, and authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to sign the same. Ayes - 4 -Nays - 0. MOTION: of Goodwin, seconded by Grendahl, approving the General Obligation Bond Proceeds Grant Agreement—End Grant for the Hayes Arena Project under the James Metzen Mighty Ducks State Grant Program with Minnesota Amateur Sports Commission, associated with the 2023 Parks Bond Referendum, in the amount of$166,367.00, and authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to sign the same. Ayes - 4 -Nays - 0. MOTION: of Goodwin, seconded by Grendahl, approving the declaration restricting Hayes Arena property to receive the James Metzen Mighty Ducks Grant for Hayes Arena, associated with the 2023 Parks Bond Referendum, and authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to sign the same. Ayes - 4 - Nays - 0. MOTION: of Goodwin seconded by Grendahl, adopting Resolution No. 2024-71 approving plans and specifications for Project 2024-148, Apple Valley City Hall Reroof; and authorizing advertising for receipt of bids, at 10:00 a.m., on May 9, 2024, via a posting on the City's website and Quest Construction Data Network. Ayes - 4 - Nays - 0. MOTION: of Goodwin, seconded by Grendahl, adopting Resolution No. 2024-72 awarding the agreement for Project 2024-103, 2024 Micro Surfacing, to Asphalt Surface Technologies Corp., the lowest responsible bidder, in the amount of$293,150.47. Ayes - 4 -Nays - 0. MOTION: of Goodwin, seconded by Grendahl, adopting Resolution No. 2024-73 awarding the agreement for Project 2024-105, 2024 Street Improvements, to McNamara Contracting, Inc., the lowest responsible bidder, in the amount of$1,476.670.98. Ayes - 4 -Nays - 0. MOTION: of Goodwin, seconded by Grendahl, approving the Joint Powers Agreement with Dakota County Community Development Agency (CDA) for the Construction of Sidewalk Improvements for Glazier Avenue abutting 14614 Cedar Avenue, with CITY OF APPLE VALLEY Dakota County, Minnesota April 25, 2024 Page 4 minor modifications as approved by the City Administrator and City Attorney, and authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to sign the same. Ayes -4 -Nays - 0. MOTION: of Goodwin, seconded by Grendahl, approving the Joint Powers Agreement with Dakota County for Dakota County Project 23-085 (Project 2024-105, Street Improvements),with minor modifications as approved by the City Administrator and City Attorney, and authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to sign the same. Ayes-4 -Nays - 0. MOTION: of Goodwin, seconded by Grendahl, approving the Agreement for Commissioning Agent for City of Apple Valley Central Maintenace Facility (CMF) & Police Department(Police Building Only)with Emanuelson-Podas, Inc., in the amount of$28,500.00, and authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to sign the same. Ayes- 4 -Nays - 0. MOTION: of Goodwin, seconded by Grendahl, approving the Agreement for 2024 Pavement Management Consulting Services,with GoodPointe Technology, LLC, in the amount of$24,718.00, and authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to sign the same. Ayes-4 -Nays - 0. MOTION: of Goodwin, seconded by Grendahl, approving the Agreement for Police Operations Building-Card Readers and Cameras with Pro-Tec Design, Inc.,in the amount of$94,030.00, and authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to sign the same. Ayes-4 -Nays- 0. MOTION: of Goodwin, seconded by Grendahl, accepting Project 2023-165, 2023 Ash Tree Removals Second Batch, as complete and authorizing final payment on the agreement with Carr's Tree Service, Inc., in the amount of$23,083.75. Ayes-4 - Nays - 0. MOTION: of Goodwin, seconded by Grendahl, approving the personnel actions as listed in the Personnel Report dated April 25, 2024. Ayes -4 -Nays - 0. MOTION: of Goodwin, seconded by Grendahl,to pay the claims and bills, check registers dated April 3, 2024, in the amount of$1,234,411.76, and April 10, 2024, in the amount of$862,626.02. Ayes-4 -Nays- 0. END OF CONSENT AGENDA VOLUNTEER RECOGNITION WEEK Ms. Gackstetter introduced this item and read the proclamation proclaiming April 21 through April 27, 2024, as"Volunteer Recognition Week". CITY OF APPLE VALLEY Dakota County, Minnesota April 25,2024 Page 5 MOTION: of Goodwin, seconded by Grendahl,proclaiming April 21 through April 27, 2024, as"Volunteer Recognition Week" and thanking all those who contribute their time, talent, and energy to the community. Ayes - 4 -Nays - 0. Mayor Hooppaw presented Urban Affairs Advisory Committee Member Walter Mahlum with a marble apple clock. The following individuals who were also present were recognized: Cemetery Advisory Committee Members Alan Kohls and Jan Monro; Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee Members Randy Bailey and Mark Schori; Planning Commissioner Paul Scanlan; Traffic Safety Advisory Committee Members Greg Dahlstrom and Matt Saam; and Urban Affairs Advisory Committee Members Joel Engel and Walton Mahlum. LES SCHWAB TIRE CENTER STORE Mr. Benetti reviewed the request by KLJ Engineering, acting on behalf of Rockport, LLC, for a site plan and building permit authorization for a 15,897 sq. ft. Les Schwab Tire Center store and a Conditional Use Permit to allow service bays in conjunction with an auto accessory store, located at 15690 English Avenue. The Planning Commission held a public hearing on February 7, 2024. On April 3, 2024, the Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend approval. Discussion followed. MOTION: of Grendahl, seconded by Bergman, adopting Resolution No. 2024-74 approving the site plan and authorizing issuance of a building permit for a 15,897 sq. ft. retail auto accessory and service center store on Lot 2, Block 1, Orchard Place 2nd Addition (15690 English Avenue), with conditions as recommended by the Planning Commission. Ayes-4 -Nays- 0. MOTION: of Goodwin, seconded by Grendahl, adopting Resolution No. 2024-75 approving a Conditional Use Permit to allow service bays as an accessory use in conjunction with an auto accessory store outdoor store located in an"RB" (Retail Business) Zone, on Lot 2, Block 1, Orchard Place 2nd Addition(15690 English Avenue), with conditions as recommended by the Planning Commission. Ayes -4 -Nays- 0. Mr. Mark Rohweder, from KLJ Engineering, said Les Schwab Tires is excited about opening its store in Apple Valley and becoming an active business member of the community. He complimented Mr. Benetti and his team on the excellent job they did getting them to this point. Mayor Hooppaw said that because Apple Valley has local control, it was able to get a better- quality building that fits nicely in this development. He pointed out that the bill Mr. Cornelius was speaking about during the audience portion of the meeting strips municipalities of that control. He said that is why the housing bills that have been discussed are so important. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY Dakota County, Minnesota April 25, 2024 Page 6 2024-2028 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PROGRAM Mr. Hedberg presented the proposed 2024-2028 Capital Improvements Program(CIP)and provided background. The CIP is a planning document that anticipates significant capital outlays and service demands in future years and is not an authorization to expend funds. It provides a description of the City's capital assets and encourages consideration of alternate forms of service delivery that do not require significant capital expenditure. Councilmember Grendahl pointed out Apple Valley is one of only nine cities in Minnesota with two triple A bond ratings. Mr. Hedberg said the AAA bond rating gives the City the lowest possible costs for borrowing money. Discussion followed. MOTION: of Bergman, seconded by Goodwin, adopting Resolution No. 2024-76 approving the 2024-2028 Capital Improvements Program. Ayes-4 -Nays- 0. COMMUNICATIONS Mr. Lawell reminded everyone that the annual State of the City address will be held on May 8, 2024, at Valleywood Golf Course. This event is sponsored by, and registration is through,the Apple Valley Chamber of Commerce. The address will be videotaped for those unable to attend. Mayor Hooppaw said last week the Minnesota Real Estate Journal recognized the City of Apple Valley as a finalist for the 2024 "City of the Year". Several businesses in Apple Valley and developers who have done work in town were also recognized at the event. In 2023,Apple Valley was selected "City of the Year". He thanked everyone who made it possible for the City to be a finalist again this year. CALENDAR OF UPCOMING EVENTS MOTION: of Goodwin, seconded by Bergman, approving the calendar of upcoming events as included in the Deputy City Clerk's memo, and noting that each event listed is hereby deemed a Special Meeting of the City Council. Ayes-4 -Nays - 0. Councilmember Grendahl said she was invited to the League of Minnesota Cities Board of Directors meeting last week to talk about being Chair of the National League of Cities Energy Environment and Natural Resources Committee. Mayor Hooppaw thanked Councilmember Grendahl for her work on that committee and making those connections. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY Dakota County, Minnesota April 25, 2024 Page 7 MOTION: of Grendahl, seconded by Bergman, to adjourn. Ayes - 4 - Nays - 0. The meeting was adjourned at 7:47 o'clock p.m. Respectfully Submitted, &niu-W 6 Pamela J. Gacl&tteUity Clerk Approved by the Apple Valley City Council on SM Clint Hooppaw, Mayor