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REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
FEBRUARY 11, 1987
Baldwin opened the meeting at 7:05 P.M.
PRESENT
Baldwin, Ciernia, Chenoweth, and Wallin. Also present were Barnes,
Maurer, and Schroeder.
ABSENT
Hard (Arrived Later)
CONSENT AGENDA APPROVED
Ciernia moved, seconded by Wallin, approval of the Consent Agenda with the
removal of Item 11, Letter from Keith Heuer, 1840 Snelling, regarding
reimbursement for tree trimming. Motion carried unanimously.
MINUTES OF JANUARY 28, 1987 APPROVED
Ciernia moved, seconded by Wallin, approval of the Minutes of January 28,
1987. Motion carried unanimously.
APPROVAL OF VARIANCE REQUEST FROM EDWARD RUBES, 1877 HOLTON
Baldwin presented a variance request from Edward C. Kubes, 1877 Holton, to
expand his garage to within one foot of the lot line. Wallin explained
the Planning Commission approved the variance with the stipulation that
rain gutters be required on the structure with water draining to the
street, not on the adjoining property. Mr. Kubes assured he would comply,
after which Wallin moved, seconded by Ciernia approval of the variance
contingent upon compliance with conditions set forth by the Planning
Commission. Motion carried unanimously.
COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT WITH MN/DOT ON SNELLING AVENUE IMPROVEMENTS APPROVED
WITH CONDITIONS
Council reviewed items in the agreement which had been discussed at a
workshop with MN/DOT prior to the meeting, and expressed their concerns
and objections relating to the agreement. Council inquired if the bid for
the proposed new water service on the west side of Snelling is exorbitant,
and the city decides to delete that portion of the project, would the City
be expected to pay for administrative costs. Robert Cartford, MN/DOT
engineer replied in the negative. Following a lengthy discussion Council
agreed the following contingencies be added to the agreement: (1)
willingness clause be changed to reflect that the City sees no benef it
from upgrading the storm sewer north of Larpenteur on Minnesota State
Highway 51, but as a sign of good faith will cooperate up to 50 percent of
the present ascribed cost of $41,464, (2) State will retain ownership and
maintain the storm sewer on Minnesota State Highway 51, (3) State is
responsible for all landscaping or restoration costs, (4) City considers
at minimum that MN/'DOT will make a significant effort to enact changes
detailed in the letter dated February 1, 1987 to Terry Maurer, Maier,
Stewart and Associates, from Robert H. Cartford, Assistant District
Engineer, Minnesota department of Transportation, and letter dated January
28, 1987 from Bob Cihlar of St. Paul Water Department, and City retains
the right to contest any costs for adjustment of existing water utilities,
and (5) State will agree to payment schedule outlined by MN/DOT.
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HARD ARRIVES DURING SNELLING AVENUE DISCUSSION
Hard arrived at 7:35 P.M. during the Snelling Avenue discussion.
Chenoweth moved, seconded by Wallin, adoption of Resolution R-87-8 with
contingencies. Motion carried unanimously.
RESOLUTION R-87-8
A RESOLUTION RELATING TO AGREEMENT N0. 63866 WITH THE
STATE OF MINNESOTA, DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION REGARDING
SNELLING AVENUE IMPROVEMENTS, COMO AVENUE TO HIGHWAY 36
JOHN CARNES, 1775 SNELLING, was pleased to hear of the contingencies to
keep costs down, and asked if there would be any direct costs to property
owners on Snelling Avenue. Baldwin explained there would be no direct
charges to residents for Snelling Avenue construction, however, there
possibly will be some charges connected with the proposed new watermain,
and those costs will be discussed at a public hearing.
GLEN OLSON, 1780 SNELLING, asked if residents would be forewarned prior to
work being done, and reported when landscaping was done last fall, the
lawn at 1770 Snelling was damaged. Cartford assured the project engineer
will keep the City and residents appraised of work scheduling, and the
damage to the lawn will be reported.
SNELLING AVENUE PLANS APPROVED
After Maurer assured he had no problems with the plans, Wallin moved,
seconded by Ciernia, adoption of Resolution R-87-9. Motion carried
unanimously.
RESOLUTION R-87-9
A RESOLUTION RELATING TO APPROVING THE PLANS FOR
SNELLING AVENUE IMPROVEMENTS, COMO AVENUE TO HIGHWAY 36
ENGINEER TO PREPARE PLANS FOR ARONA WATERMAIN - HOYT TO LARPENTEUR
Maurer presented possible locations for the proposed watermain as follows:
east right-of-way, which would be the least expensive, (approximately
$8,000 less) but would require destroying 11 mature trees, the west
right-of-way, which would require major repair to the street/curb and
gutter, and middle of the street, also requiring street repair. Also
noted was the City Horticulturist's report that the mature trees could
have a life expectancy of 30 years. Council discussed the matter and
concurred it would be advisable to preserve the trees as they do add to
the appearance of the community and increase property values. Chenoweth
moved, seconded by Wallin, that the watermain be placed in the street and
. the shade trees be preserved. Motion carried unanimously. Barnes will
pursue possible grants for this project and the Snelling Avenue project.
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FINAL PAYMENT TO ASHBACH CONSTRUCTION - RESOLUTION R-87-10
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Ciernia moved, seconded by Hard, adoption of Resolution R-87-10. Motion
carried unanimously.
RESOLUTION R-87-10
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING FINAL PAYMENT OF $912.04 TO
ASHBACH CONSTRUCTION, INC. FOR RECONSTRUCTION OF THE
ALLEY BETWEEN LARPENTEUR AND CRAWFORD, RUNNING FROM
ARONA TO SNELLING AVENUE
APPROVAL OF CHANGE ORDER N0. 1 - DELETION OF MAJORITY OF FORD STREET STORM
SEWER IMPROVEMENTS
Baldwin explained that due to an oversight, the change order deleting some
items from the the Ford Right-Of-Way storm drainage improvement (which was
included in the Larpenteur/Coffman/Tatum project) had not been officially
approved or signed, and it should be formalized at this time. Ciernia
moved, seconded by Wallin, approval of the change order. Motion carried
unanimously.
FINAL PAYMENT TO AUSTIN P. KELLER CONSTRUCTION -RESOLUTION R-87-11
Ciernia moved, seconded by Chenoweth, adoption of Resolution R-87-11.
Motion carried unanimously.
RESOLUTION R-87-11
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING FINAL PAYMENT OF $11,191.10 TO
AUSTIN P. KELLER CONSTRUCTION COMPANY FOR THE COFFMAN/TATUM
IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS RELEASE OF THE RETAINER IN THE AMOUNT OF
$28,725.89
PLANNING COMMISSION RE APPOINTMENTS
Wallin moved, seconded by Hard, reappointment of David Black, Donald
Grittner, and Carolyn Nestingen, to the Planning Commission for three year
terms. Motion carried unanimously.
APPOINTMENT OF DOUG KAYSER, 1759 PLEASANT, LAUDERDALE TO FIRE/RESCUE
Chenoweth moved, seconded by Wallin, appointment of Doug Kayser to the
Fire/Rescue Department subject to the required physical and one year
probation period. Motion carried unanimously.
REVISED SICK LEAVE AND VACATION SCHEDULE FOR FULL TIME EMPLOYEES APPROVED
Council briefly discussed the latest revision of proposed changes in the
sick leave and vacation schedules after which Hard moved, seconded by
Ciernia, approval of the schedule as amended. Upon a vote being taken the
following voted in favor thereof: Baldwin, Ciernia, Wallin and Hard, and
the following voted against the same: None. Chenoweth abstained. Motion
carried.
RECYCLING DISCUSSION
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Council discussed the possibility of instituting curb-side pickup of
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recyclables and start up date, use of special containers, cost to
apartment owners if they participate in the program, and concurred it was
not feasible to start the program prior to April to allow time for proper
promotion. Staff was authorized to proceed with plans for publicizing
recycling and obtain information on out-of-pocket expenses to apartment
owners should they opt to participate.
PARTIAL REIMBURSEMENT TO KEITH HEUER, 1840 SNELLING, FOR TRIMMING OF
BOULEVARD TREE
Baldwin presented a letter from Keith and Nancy Heuer, 1840 Snelling,
requesting the city reimburse them for trimming a boulevard tree which was
then removed by MN/DOT in conjunction with the Snelling Avenue project.
Council discussed whether or not it was appropriate to reimburse for the
trimming of a boulevard tree on State right-of-way, and if so, amount of
reimbursement. Also discussed was the fact that an unlicensed tree trimmer
did the work. Ciernia moved, seconded by Hard, that Heuers be reimbursed
for one half the cost after deducting the tree license fee of $35.00 from
the total trimming charge of $125.00, for a total reimbursement of
$45.00. Upon a vote being taken the following voted in favor thereof:
Baldwin, Ciernia, and Hard, and the following voted against the same:
Chenoweth and Wallin. Motion carried.
ADJOURNMENT
Wallin moved, seconded by Cheoweth, adjournment at 9:08 P.M. Motion
carried unanimously.
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CONSENT AGENDA
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
FEBRUARY 11, 1987
1. Falcon Heights Fire Reports #1-00187
2. Falcon Heights Ambulance Reports #2-00387 - #2-00887
3. Lauderdale Fire Report #3-00187
4. Disbursements 1/28/87 - 2/11/87 $ :•29,597.29
5. Payroll 1/16/87 - 1/31/87
$ 7,493.71
6. Park and Recreation Commission Minutes of January 12, 1987
7. Human Rights Commission Minutes of January 15, 1987
8. Planning Commission Minutes of February 2, 1987
9. Bonestroo, Rosene, Anderlik and Associates, Inc. Statement for
Services through December 31, 1986
10. Licenses:
Refuse Hauler #1676
Gene's. Disposal Service
6808 - 117th Avenue North
White Bear Lake, MN 55110
11. Letter from Keith and Nancy Heuer_ 1840 N. Snelling Dr., Requesting the
Tree Removed by :~iT/DOT~be Replaced or that Tley be Reimbursed for the Cost
of Tree~Trimming (a Copy has been Forwarded to MN/DOT)
12. Ramsey County Sheriff's Report for January, 1987