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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCCMin_90May23MINUTES REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MAY 23, 1990 r Baldwin convened the meeting at 7:00 P.M. ALL MEMBERS PRESENT Baldwin, Ciernia, Gehrz, Jacobs and Wallin. Gedde, Maurer, Wiessner and Chenoweth. MINUTES OF MAY 9, 1990 APPROVED 2~ Also present were The Minutes of May 9, 1990 were approved by unanimous consent. ADDENDA TO CONSENT AGENDA: Council added the following items to the Consent Agenda: Municipal License for Coiffure DuChien, Planning Commission Minutes of May 21 and a Resolution Commending Norma Fusco. CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS APPROVED Council approved the following Consent Agenda Items by unanimous consent: 1. Disbursements: a. General Disbursements through 5/23/90, $76,036.97 b. Payroll, 5/1/90 - 5/15/90, $11,761.99 2. Cancellation of Check #23874 issued 4/26/90 to Emergency Medical Products for $43.68 (Duplicate Check) '-`~3. Resolution R-90-21 Granting A Conditional Use Permit to Kevin Busch to Construct a Dwelling 26 1/2 Feet High at 1804 Lindig St. 4. Parks and Recreation Minutes of 4/9/90 5. Appointment of Deborah Weiland to Parks & Recreation Commission, Term to Expire 12/31/90 6. Licenses - 7. Resolution R-90-22 Awarding the 1990 Sealcoating Bid to Astech Corporation at a Price of $28,122.00 8. Appointment of Seasonal Employees to Parks and Recreation and Public Works Departments ~-9. Appointment of Deloris Swenson to Full-Time Secretary Position 10. Planning Commission Minutes of 5/21/90 11. Resolution R-90-22a Commending Norma Fusco for 21 Years of Service to the Community DISCUSSION - AGREEMENT WITH MN DOT FOR 1987 SNELLING AVE. CONSTRUCTION Mike Christiansen of the Minnesota Department of Transportation reviewed past correspondence, discussions, and action taken relating to the Snelling Avenue Improvement Project. Baldwin and Ciernia stressed that at early discussions MN DOT had assured residents that there would be no charge to the City for the street improvements, the City had operated on that basis, and was questioning the present charge for street construction. Christiansen explained that the street costs amounting to a little over $11,000, are for items connected with the City's MINUTES MAY 23, 1990 ~~ PAGE 2 water installation, storm drainage, driveway repair and connections to City streets, and that the City is not being charged for the roadway, curb and gutter. Following the discussion, it was agreed that there had been a misunderstanding in intrepreting the charges and that the total amount now in dispute is $13,000. The City Engineer will work with MN DOT in an attempt to remedy the situation. DRAINAGE PROBLEM AT IOWA AVE. AND PASCAL ST. Maurer explained that Bob Fry, the homeowner at 1457 W. Iowa, had registered complaints regarding the drainage problem on the street by his residence. Maurer agreed that there is a problem which could easily be solved but would be relatively expensive if done as a separate project. He recommended postponing any work until it can be made a part of a larger project such as the proposed 1991 street improvements. Council discussed the matter after which it was decided to include the repair with the first future construction project. Maurer will explain the situation to Mr. Fry. PARK BUILDING UPDATE Dick Friemuth, Buetow and Associates, provided a progress report on the new park building construction and indicated the contractor is confident it will be finished on schedule. DISCUSSION - WATER CONNECTION COSTS FOR PARK BUILDING Wiessner explained that there has been much confusion surrounding the water connection costs and that there are two separate issues involved; costs attributed to the increase from a 4" to a 6" line for the sprinkler system, and costs directly due to connection to the St. Paul system. Friemuth stated the specifications did include water connection costs, however bidders were unable to get prices from St. Paul and for that reason, the bids did not include this item. Many bidders did make note of this fact; however, Jefferson Construction did not acknowledge the fact that water connection costs were not included in their bid, and it was assumed that the cost was included. Friemuth assured Council that all prospective bidders were provided with an addendum making it clear that the bid must address water connection. Letters from Jefferson Construction (5/18/90) and Buetow & Associates (5/21/90) relating to the matter were discussed, after which Maurer suggested that one solution Council might consider--to pay the actual price for St. Paul's charges, approximately $3,000, and not pay the amount listed for the contractor's overhead, profit, etc. Following a thorough discussion, Jacobs moved that the City be responsible for payment of the cost of $3,017 for increasing the size of the line from 4" to 6". Upon a vote being taken the following voted in favor thereof: Gehrz, Jacobs and Wallin, and the following voted against the same: Baldwin and Ciernia. Motion carried. MINUTES MAY 23, 1990 PAGE 3 ~~ REQUEST FOR "NO PARKING" ON EAST SIDE OF ARONA, CALIFORNIA TO LARPENTEUR Ciernia explained that on March 23rd the Planning Commission discussed a request from Susan McAllister, 1513 W. California, that the east side of Arona, Larpenteur to California, be posted "No Parking". The McAllisters have encountered problems with littering and damage to their landscaping by drivers of the parked vehicles, and trouble in making a safe exit from their driveway due to such vehicles. A majority of the drivers are believed to be residents of the apartment building at Larpenteur and Arona where garages are available but are apparently unused due to the rental charge and inconvenience of accessing the garages. Council discussed the alternatives presented in the City Planner's memo of May 14, 1990 and the recommendation made by the Planning Commission, after which Ciernia moved that "No Parking" signs be posted fifteen feet to the south of the McAllister driveway to fifteen feet to the north of the furtherest edge of the alley as recommended by the Planning Commission. Motion carried unanimously. Staff was directed to work with the apartment owner to attempt to find a solution to the tenants' parking problem. USE OF ALCOHOL IN CITY PARKS PROHIBITED As requested by Council at a previous meeting, City Attorney Gedde informed that he had researched the concern that the City would have increased liability by continuing the issuance of permits for use of beer in the parks, and has determined the City would not increase liaibility by allowing consumption in the parks. Baldwin explained that there have been discussions of two opposing ideas, one--that parks are not an appropriate place for consumption of alcohol and two--the park is a peoples' park and may be an appropriate place. Council discussed the fact the Parks and Recreation Commission have consistently opposed the use of alcohol in the parks, that there is no monitoring to prohibit use by minors; many residents are opposed to alcohol in the parks, whether or not prohibiting use would be legislating against those who do not break the law; and there are already State Statutes and City Ordinances which may be enforced to punish violators. Following the discussion, Gehrz moved that Ordinance 0-90-6 be adopted and that proper signage be prominently displayed at the park stating that alcohol is prohibited. Upon a vote being taken the following voted in favor thereof: Gehrz, Jacobs and Wallin, and the following voted against the same: Baldwin and Ciernia. Motion carried. ORDINANCE 0-90-6 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 3-4.01, SUBDIVISION 4(e) PROHIBITING ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES IN ANY CITY PARK MORATORIUM DECLARED ON ISSUANCE OF BEER PERMITS Council declared an immediate moratorium on issuance of any permits for use of alcohol in the parks. MINUTES MAY 23, 1990 PAGE 4 REQUEST FOR EMT-I TRAINING FOR RESCUE WORKERS DEFERRED AWAITING RESULTS OF RESCUE TASK FORCE RECOMMENDATIONS Rescue Captain Ray Brown presented information on the cost of the proposed training to upgrade Rescue Squad Members from EMT to EMT-I status, and a request for authorization to solicit training funds from the Falcon Heights/Lauderdale Lions Club. Council discussed whether or not the training would be beneficial to the community, and questioned the true cost, such as retraining to maintain the EMT-I level, the projected use required to cover increased costs while still maintaining competitive ambulance fees, and whether or not the Rescue Task Force would support it. Council referred the matter to the Rescue Task Force for discussion and requested answers to the questions regarding ongoing costs. APPROVAL OF 1989 AUDIT REPORT Council approved the Audit Report for the year ending December_ 31, 1989 as presented by Dick Ellsworth of George M. Hansen Company, P.A. RESOLUTIONS REGARDING 1666 COFFMAN TORRENS PROCEEDING Gedde explained there are some problems with titles to the property and both the residents of 1666 Coffman and the mortgage companies are becoming uneasy. He then presented Proposed Resolution R-90-23 approving the deeds on the property and approving the development Agreement on which formal action is required for title purposes. He also presented proposed Resolution R-90-24 approving an agreement between the City and the University of Minnesota relating to a utility easement and amending the legal description on the lease for University Grove Park. Gedde assured Council the Resolution will not change the boundaries of the existing park land. Jacobs moved adoption of both resolutions which carried unanimously. RESOLUTION R-90-23 A RESOLUTION APPROVING DOCUMENTS REGARDING 1666 COFFMAN (DEEDS AND DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT) RESOLUTION R-90-24 A RESOLUTION APPROVING AGREEMENT REGARDING EASEMENTS AND APPROVING AGREEMENT AMENDING AND RESTATING LEASE FOR UNIVERSITY GROVE PARK PROPERTY CELEBRATE DRUG FREE COMMUNITIES PROGRAM - RED RIBBON CAMPAIGN Gehrz, speaking on behalf of the Drug Free Committee, requested permission to tie red ribbons on City street and No Parking signs, and to authorize using the City Hall address for mailing donations to the project. Council approved both requests. ~~ MINUTES MAY 23, 1990 PAGE 5 CANCELLATION OF JUNE 13, 1990 COUNCIL MEETING 3~G Council cancelled the June 13, 1990 meeting due to the fact that three Councilmembers will be attending the League of Minnesota Cities Conference in Duluth at that time. WORKSHOP SCHEDULED TO DISCUSS COMMUNITY SURVEY Baldwin suggested Council consider authorizing staff to hire Decision Resources to conduct a Community Survey as discussed at the April 25th meeting, and to schedule a subsequent workshop to discuss the survey. Following a brief discussion, Council scheduled a Workshop for June 6, 1990 at 6:00 P.M. to discuss possible survey questions and whether or not the survey would be cost effective. ADMINISTRATOR'S REQUEST FOR LEAVE OF ABSENCE APPROVED Wiessner informed Council that she has received a four week Bush Leadership Fellowship which would involve a total leave of 16 work days, and requested that she be granted a leave of absence for that period of time. Ciernia moved that the leave of absence be granted and that the City contribute up to $1,200 toward the cost. Motion carried unanimously. PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED ORDINANCE 0-90-7 RELATING TO SWIMMING POOLS Baldwin opened the Public Hearing at 10:20 P.M. and noted that the hearing notice was published in the May 16, 1990 Focus Newspaper. There being no one wishing to be heard, the hearing was closed at 10:21 P.M. Council briefly discussed the latest draft of the proposed Ordinance and after making one change relating to chain link fences, Wallin moved adoption of Ordinance 0-90-7. Motion carried unanimously. ORDINANCE 0-90-7 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 9-14.01, SUBDIVISION 16 OF THE CITY CODE RELATING TO SWIMMING POOLS ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at 10:30 P.M. ~~ Tom Baldwin, Mayor ATTEST Shirley Chen eth, City Clerk LICENSES Consent Agenda May 23, 1990 General Contractor * Stock Roofing, Inc. #540 * Construct-All Corporation #543 Leske Co., Inc. #541 Tree Trimming Thomas and Thomas #539 Business Ceramic Tile International #542 Bullseye Yogurt #544 * Coiffure Du Chien #544 *NEW