HomeMy WebLinkAbout09-16-2014 CCMLAKE ELMO CITY COUNCIL MINUTES SEPTEMBER 16, 2014
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CITY OF LAKE ELMO CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
SEPTEMBER 16, 2014 Mayor Pearson called the meeting to order at 7:00 pm.
PRESENT: Mayor Mike Pearson and Council Members Wally Nelson, Anne Smith, Justin Bloyer, and Mike Reeves.
Staff present: City Administrator Zuleger, City Attorney Snyder, Community Development Director Klatt,
City Engineer Griffin, Finance Director Bendel, and City Clerk Bell.
PLEDGE OF ALLIGENCE
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Council Member Bloyer pulled Item 13 for discussion. Council Member Smith pulled Items 9 and 12 for discussion.
MOTION: Council Member Bloyer moved TO APPROVE THE SEPTEMBER 16, 2014 CITY COUNCIL AGENDA AS AMENDED. Council Member Nelson seconded the motion. MOTION PASSED 5-0.
ITEM 1: ACCEPT MINUTES
THE SEPTEMBER 2, 2014 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES WERE APPROVED AS PRESENTED BY CONSENSUS OF THE CITY COUNCIL.
COUNCIL REPORTS:
Mayor Pearson: attended meeting with residents of the Hamlet neighborhood regarding sewer hook-up; met with Commissioner Kriesel and County Staff on a few matters, attended Gateway Corridor meeting and
library event. Reported making headway on the library JPA with the county; attended groundbreaking for Family Means youth center. It was a great event with a great group.
Council Member Smith: attended finance committee meeting; noted that some Planning Commissioners
she has spoken with want the planning packets to be in a consistent format and more time to review; called for an action item list to determine the status of development conditions being met; read statement regarding
moments of silence. A moment of silence was held for staff members Cathy Bendel and Joan Ziertman who recently lost their father and for resident Kacee Tollefsbol and her sister Ashlee Steele, who were recently killed.
Council Member Nelson: attended finance committee meeting, groundbreaking for Family Means, and library event to meet the new director.
Council Member Bloyer: met the new library director; met with Commissioner Kriesel and Wayne
Sandberg.
Council Member Reeves: attended Hamlet neighborhood meeting, library event to meet the new director,
and Parks Commission meeting on September 15th; HR Committee will be meeting soon to finalize performance management process; attended Gateway Corridor meeting and library event.
PRESENTATION: 36TH & 37TH STREET IMPROVEMENTS
City Administrator Zuleger read the resident submitted letter. The letter called for postponing the street
improvements. Mayor Pearson noted that the city is considering the question of how to deal with urban and
rural roads.
PUBLIC COMMENTS/INQUIRIES
Steve DeLapp, 8468 Lake Jane Trl., spoke about city densities. He called for a moratorium on development.
Susan Dunn, 11018 Upper 33rd St. N., requested the current city debt amount. She spoke about pausing growth instead of using the term moratorium. She called for a city-wide open meeting for all residents. City
Administrator Zuleger stated the debt amount was $18,500,000.00
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Ben Roth, 10819 3rd St. Pl., accused the City of violating the open meeting law. He wanted a more specific description of the April 15 closed meeting that had been reported during a previous meeting.
Ed Klein, St. Paul, is currently Council Member Smith’s Realtor license broker. He spoke about how he would have handled complaints.
Jay Johnson, 12153 Marquess Ln. N., Anne Smith’s husband spoke alleged that the council, attorney, and
staff have gone too far in restricting her. He criticized the city for not following the civility rules.
Kofi Bruce, 11671 56th St. N., spoke about the Sanctuary Park playground. He did not understand the
process that took place to delay installing the park. He wants the park installed.
Ben Backberg, 5693 Linden Ave. N. spoke about not receiving proper notice about Parks Commission meeting that took place on 9/15/2014 that discussed the Sanctuary Park playground according to the city
code. He wants the park installed.
Mayor Pearson and Council Member Reeves responded to some of the public comments regarding the park and the council-staff relations. The park approval process was further explained. Also, due to privacy rules,
there are restrictions on what can be disclosed publicly regarding the personnel matter. Council Member Bloyer asked that the park be placed back on the agenda. City Administrator Zuleger responded that the item
will be on the first meeting in October. Council Member Nelson also wants the park back on the agenda.
Teresa Silvernale, 11751 58th St. N., spoke about her involvement in having the park built. She asserted that Council Member Smith was the party responsible for stopping the park being installed. Ms. Smith responded
that she did not stop the park, but asked that it be held for two weeks to make sure the process had been properly followed.
ITEM 2: PROCLAMATION – CONSTITUTION WEEK
Mayor Pearson read the proclamation recognizing the week of September 15th 2014 as Constitution Week.
PUBLIC COMMENTS/INQUIRIES (Cont’d)
Deb Krueger, 4452 Lake Elmo Ave. N., spoke about the Wildflower development. She claimed to not be
notified as she believed she was entitled.
Todd Ptacek, 812 Julep Ave. N., spoke about being concerned about the impact of the previously approved
Kwik Trip station. Community Development Director Kyle explained that there has been no change as the parcel has always been guided for commercial.
Curtis Monteith, 331 Julep Ave. N., spoke about the Stonegate Park and the surrounding development. He
asked that the City consider increasing the green space/lung space of Stonegate Park.
ITEM 3: PROCLAMATION – VOLKSMARCH
Council Member Bloyer read the proclamation recognizing Sunday, October 11, 2014 as the first Annual
Volksmarch.
FINANCE CONSENT AGENDA
4. Approve Payment of Disbursements and Payroll
5. Accept Financial Report dated August 31, 2014 6. Accept Building Report dated August 31, 2014
7. Accept City Assessor Report dated August 31, 2014 8. Pumphouse No. 4 Improvements – Pay Request No. 4 9. Lake Elmo Avenue Watermain Improvements – Pay Request No. 2
10. 2014 Street Improvements – Pay Request No. 2 11. Well No. 4 Connecting Watermain Improvements – Call for Final Assessment Hearing; Res. No. 2014-
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12. Lake Elmo Avenue Trunk Watermain Improvements – Call for Final Assessment Hearing; Res. No. 2014-69
13. Special Assessment Abatement Request – MN DNR Land; Res. No. 2014-70 MOTION: Council Member Nelson moved TO APPROVE THE FINANCE CONSENT AGENDA AS
AMENDED. Council Member Bloyer seconded the motion. MOTION PASSED 5-0.
OTHER CONSENT AGENDA
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14. Authorize John Schiltz to dispense Beer and Wine Coolers at the Volksmarch Event on 10/11/2014. MOTION: Mayor Pearson moved TO APPROVE THE OTHER CONSENT AGENDA AS
PRESENTED. Council Member Reeves seconded the motion. MOTION PASSED 5-0.
ITEM 9: Lake Elmo Avenue Watermain Improvements – Pay Request No. 2 Council Member Smith explained her reasoning for not supporting this item. She does not approve the
watermain improvement project and wants to be consistent.
MOTION: Council Member Nelson moved TO APPROVE PAY REQUEST NO. 2 TO GM CONTRACTING INC IN THE AMOUNT OF $395,509.31, FOR THE LAKE ELMO AVENUE
TRUNK WATERMAIN IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT. Council Member Reeves seconded the motion. MOTION PASSED 4-1 (SMITH – NAY).
ITEM 12: LAKE ELMO AVENUE TRUNK WATERMAIN IMPROVEMENTS – CALL FOR FINAL ASSESSMENT HEARING; RES. NO. 2014-69
Council Member Smith explained her reasoning for not supporting this item. She again does not support the
watermain project. She wants to be consistent. Council Member Reeves asked what the financial impact would be if the project was stopped at this point. Finance Director Bendel explained that as it is a water
project and is paid out of the water fund, the payments would have to come from somewhere. Ms. Smith
does not want to be forced to accept development simply to pay for it.
MOTION: Council Member Nelson moved TO APPROVE RESOLUTION NO. 2014-69; A
RESOLUTION DECLARING COSTS TO BE ASSESSED, ORDERING PREPARATION OF
PROPOSED ASSESSMENT, AND CALLING FOR THE HEARING ON THE PROPOSED ASSESSMENT FOR THE LAKE ELMO AVENUE TRUNK WATERMAIN IMPROVEMENTS.
Council Member Reeves seconded the motion.
It was noted that this item is about the assessments for those who will be benefiting from the water line.
MOTION PASSED 4-1 (SMITH – NAY).
Anne Bucheck, 2361 Legion Ave. N., asked about the project.
ITEM 13: SPECIAL ASSESSMENT ABATEMENT REQUEST – MN DNR LAND; RES. NO.
2014-70
Council Member Bloyer asked for clarification. The DNR objected on the grounds of being a sovereign government and therefore not assessable.
MOTION: Council Member Bloyer moved TO APPROVE ABATEMENT OF $270.00 BECAUSE THE MN DNR OBJECTS TO ASSESSMENT AS A SOVEREIGN GOVERNMENT. Council Member Smith seconded the motion. MOTION PASSED 5-0.
REGULAR AGENDA
ITEM 15: GATEWAY CORRIDOR LPA RESOLUTION; RES. NO. 2014-71
City Administrator Zuleger presented summary of the proposed Gateway Corridor Bus Rapid Transit line. He explained the proposed resolution. By supporting the resolution now, the city becomes eligible for transit funding.
Lake Elmo requests: 1) is to turn back the section of Hudson Blvd. to Washington County; 2) access plan for Hudson Blvd land owners; 3) locating an eastern Gateway station and dedicated planning resources for transit
oriented development; 4) no interchange at Lake Elmo Ave and I94; 5) security for area is addressed.
Commissioner Kriesel commended Mr. Zuleger’s overview of the project. He acknowledged that there are many unanswered questions. The county has them too. He noted that the resolution is non-binding support.
The County Transit Investment Board funding was also explained.
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Council Member Bloyer asked what benefit would be gained. Mr. Kriesel said that is what the study is for. The economic development is one claimed benefit. Commissioner Lisa Weik explained some of the other
benefits that the project will include and further explained some of the financial breakdown. Traffic lanes and other transportation options were discussed. Council Member Nelson asked about who is doing the study. County Senior Planner Andy Getzlaff explained who would be doing what in regards to the study.
Community Development Director Klatt read letter from business owners along corridor who support the public transportation benefits. Mr. Klatt also explained the Met Council does not see any increase in density
due to transit.
Mr. Nelson asked why all four alternatives are listed in the resolution. It was explained that the crossing location will be studied in depth. By leaving the other alternatives in the resolution it allows the most
flexibility for future stations. Council consensus was in favor of adding the E3 alternative language. It was clarified that light rail is no longer an option. City Attorney Snyder suggested now is the time that Council should add any language that they want.
MOTION: Mayor Pearson moved TO ADOPT RESOLUTION 2014-71, TRANSMITTING THE CITY OF LAKE ELMO’S SUPPORT OF THE LOCALLY PREFERRED ALTERNATIVE (LPA) TO
THE RAMSEY COUNTY REGIONAL RAILROAD AUTHORITY, WASHINGTON COUNTY
REGIONAL RAILROAD AUTHORITY, AND THE METROPOLITAN COUNCIL. Council Member Reeves seconded the motion.
Mayor Pearson wants the E3 alternative language added. Mr. Getzlaff suggested adding city also supports an E3 alternative. “The City of Lake Elmo would also support an A-B-C-D2-E3 alignment and continued evaluation as part of the Draft EIS.”
Council member Reeves believes there is a benefit for Lake Elmo if the City’s requested conditions are met. He supports the resolution as it keeps the City involved in the process without granting formal approval.
MOTION PASSED 5-0.
Council Member Bloyer requested a point of privilege at 8:59 pm. Meeting reconvened at 9:05 pm.
ITEM 16: INWOOD PUD CONCEPT PLAN; RES. NO. 2014-72
Community Development Director Klatt presented the PUD proposal by Inwood 10, LLC. Concept plan includes a mixed-use planned development consisting of 157 Acres including 273 single family residential lots, 144 townhomes, 150 multi-family units, 120 senior townhouse units and approximately 68,814 sq. ft. of
commercial/office uses. Mr. Klatt explained the Planning Commission conditions of approval updates.
Council discussed Condition #20 regarding the western placement of the trails, Condition #18 regarding
prohibiting multifamily north of 5th street, and Condition #19 regarding sidewalks in cul-de-sacs. The Council
consensus is to have those conditions re-evaluated as to whether they are necessary.
Council Member Smith stated that she had not received this item in her packet. Mr. Klatt explained the
number and type of units included in proposal. The density numbers were explained. It was noted that the northwestern 150 multifamily units would be eliminated and revert back to commercial. Mr. Klatt also explained the PUD was being sought for more flexibility in design.
Pam Morreale, 785 Jasmine Ave. N., read letter from neighbor Tom Fitzgerald (877 Jasmine Ave. N.), who could not attend meeting. He requested that the council deny the PUD based on the density. He also
demanded that the city rewrite the comprehensive plan. Ms. Morreale read the petition that Stonegate
submitted to the Planning Commission.
John Rask from Hans Hagen Homes presented the proposed development.
Wayne Prowse, 697 Julep Ave. N., spoke about preserving the Lake Elmo heritage by denying development that does not fit the character of the City.
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Nancy Andert, 697 Julep Ave. N., spoke about the impact on the Stonegate neighborhood. Requested that council deny PUD.
Michael Lancette, 832 Jasmine Ave. N., spoke in opposition to the PUD. He also identified specific issues he had with some of the conditions of approval.
Curt Montieth, 331 Julep Ave. N., asked if council had enough time to review the proposal. Council clarified
that they had received the info along with the Planning Commission and Park Commission meetings.
City Administrator Zuleger explained staff’s efforts to work with Mr. Montieth on the park issue.
Planning Commissioner Tom Kreimer, 772 Jewel Ave. N. and Stonegate resident, asked council to deny
the request.
Planning Commissioner Kathleen Haggard, 12154 Marquess Ln. N., spoke about how the whole
Stonegate neighborhood should have been notified.
Greg Milner, 9073 9th St. N., spoke about his concern about the density and the 100 foot buffer.
Planning Commissioner Jill Lundgren, 8282 Hidden Bay ct. N., took issue with the packet delivery. She
does not believe the amount of time is enough. Asked the council to deny proposal.
David Heinrichs, 781 Jewel Ave. N., asked the council to reconsider the pace of growth.
Council Member Bloyer noted that the city has to pay for the infrastructure in the ground.
Ann Bucheck, 2361 Legion Ave. N., agrees with the petition and urged Council to deny the PUD.
Fred Pomeroy, 687 Jewel Ave. N., opposed to PUD. He thinks that a builder will come back with a better
product if they were forced to.
Ben Roth, 10819 3rd St. Pl., asked that council send the developer back “to the drawing board”
MOTION: Mayor Pearson moved TO ADOPT RESOLUTION 2014-072, APPROVING THE INWOOD
PUD GENERAL CONCEPT PLAN. He withdrew his motion.
Council Member Smith presented the REC units previously mandated under the MOU and the new figures now that the MOU is no longer in effect. She suggested that the city reevaluate the density numbers. Mr.
Klatt explained the comp plan and density.
Council Member Reeves noted that the developments Lake Elmo has approved have all been at the lower
end of density figures. He and the mayor believe that it is important to have greater diversity in type of development. The current proposal is only 66% of the maximum density.
Mr. Zuleger explained staff efforts on managing the traffic issues on Inwood and 10th.
Mayor Pearson noted that the developer is following the approved land use plan. The Council clarified and discussed the proposed density. The overall density is 3.4 units per acre. Low density range is 2.5 to 4.0 units
per acre.
Mayor Pearson expressed his desire for further consideration of conditions #19(sidewalks) and #21(designer lots). City Attorney Snyder explained the legal status of the proposal. It was further explained that the
preliminary plat may contain different final densities when submitted, but it will be within the approved range. Council consensus was to direct the Planning Commission give further consideration of conditions #19 and #21.
Motion: Council Member Bloyer moved TO ADOPT RESOLUTION 2014-072, APPROVING THE INWOOD PUD GENERAL CONCEPT PLAN, WITH ALL THE PROVISIONS DISCUSSED. Council Member Reeves seconded the motion.
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Council Member Nelson acknowledged that the proposal is not perfect, but it is a great product and will be good for Lake Elmo. Council Member Smith wishes the numbers were lower but she likes Hans Hagen
product. Council Member Bloyer noted that the city needs to play by the rules that are in place. Council Member Reeves is happy this builder is in Lake Elmo and this development can be something special. Council discussed density ranges versus set density numbers. Mr. Bloyer asked for the last comp plan that was
approved when the city moved to ranges provided to council.
MOTION PASSED 4-1 (SMITH – NAY)
Council Member Smith explained she is not against developer or project but wants the parties to work
together.
Meeting recessed at 11:29 pm. Meeting reconvened at 11:34 pm.
ITEM 17: BOULDER PONDS PRELIMINARY PLAT AND PRELIMINARY PUD PLAN; RES. NO. 2014-73
Community Development Director Klatt presented the Boulder Ponds PUD. The proposal consists of a 162-
unit planned residential development on a 58.3 acre parcel. There will be 98 residential lots in 2 phases. There will be future multi-family units. Mr. Klatt explained the reason for the PUD, which mainly includes a couple
of smaller lots and homes set closer together. Council Member Reeves noted that the proposal was at 61% of
the maximum density.
Deb Ridgeway of OP3 Boulder Ponds Excelsior Group was available for questions. There were none.
MOTION: Council Member Reeves moved TO ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2014-73, APPROVING THE BOULDER PONDS PRELIMINARY PLAT AND PRELIMINARY PUD PLAN SUBJECT TO 12 CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL. Council Member Smith seconded the motion.
Some of the engineering department and fire department concerns were noted.
MOTION PASSED 5-0.
ITEM 18: VILLAGE PARK PRESERVE PRELIMINARY PLAT; RES. NO. 2014-74
Community Development Director Klatt described the proposed development by GSWA. The proposal consists of a 104-unit residential subdivision on a 63.6 acre parcel. Mr. Klatt explained the critical issues that
are still pending. Stormwater management is a large issue. The street light impact fee was noted. Stormwater and regional retention was discussed. The impact these developments will have on the village was discussed. The proposed developments will actually be part of the solution for stormwater management.
The park dedication was discussed. Mr. Klatt noted that because the developer has another project in the Village planning area they are looking to receive credit for one applied to other.
Dave Gonyea noted that the additional infiltration and screening will be an option if the southern 4 homes
on west side of the parkway are removed.
Planning Commissioner Kathleen Haggard, 12154 Marquess Ln. N., spoke in opposition to
development. She wants a grander entrance and additional landscaping. It was agreed that Gonyea could “dress up” the entrance a bit and possibly put an island back in the plans.
MOTION: Mayor Pearson moved TO ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2014-74, APPROVING THE
VILLAGE PARK PRESERVE PRELIMINARY PLAT SUBJECT TO 13 CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL. Council Member Nelson seconded the motion. MOTION PASSED 5-0.
ITEM 19: HUNTERS CROSSING FINAL PLAT; RES. NO. 2014-75
Community Development Director Klatt presented an overview of the proposed development by the Ryland Group. The proposal consists of a 51-unit residential subdivision on a 23 acre parcel and includes 22 single
family lots. The phasing and design of 5th Street, access to the development, and landscaping was addressed. City Administrator Zuleger noted that the City has been working on this project for 14 months. What “half the road” means was further explained.
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Tracy Rust explained why the park dedication funds were proposed instead of land. Staff explained that the Regional trail on Manning will connect to the Jr. High.
Planning Commissioner Kathleen Haggard, 12154 Marquess Ln. N., spoke about her concern about the number of conditions attached. She would like the City to be able to check on plat condition completion after approval. She also does not believe that the school facilities are sufficient park facilities due to scheduling. Mr.
Klatt explained that the final plats are not released until all the conditions are met.
Council Member Nelson asked about the required timeline to meet the final conditions.
MOTION: Council Member Reeves moved TO ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2014-75, APPROVING THE
FINAL PLAT FOR HUNTERS CROSSING. Mayor Pearson seconded the motion.
Council Member Nelson noted that this development is also at the low range of density range.
MOTION PASSED 5-0.
Meeting recessed at 12:27 am. Meeting reconvened at 12:31 am.
ITEM 20: SAVONA 2ND ADDITION FINAL PLAT; RES. NO. 2014-76
Community Development Director Klatt summarized the Savona 2nd addition proposal. The second phase includes 45 additional lots. The timing of 5th Street construction was noted.
MOTION: Council Member Bloyer moved TO ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2014-76 APPROVING THE
FINAL PLAT FOR SAVONA 2ND ADDITION. Council Member Reeves seconded the motion. MOTION PASSED 5-0.
ITEM 21: SAVONA 2ND ADDITION DEVELOPERS AGREEMENT; RES. NO. 2014-77
Community Development Director Klatt summarized the Savona 2nd addition developer agreement. Council Member Nelson asked about the typo in paragraph 33. Staff explained that when the final figures are entered,
it will be corrected.
Lennar representative who was present stated that they have exceeded expectations in the number of lots
being sold.
MOTION: Council Member Reeves moved TO ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2014-77, APPROVING THE DEVELOPER’S AGREEMENT FOR SAVONA 2ND ADDITION. Council Member Nelson seconded the
motion. MOTION PASSED 5-0.
ITEM 22: WILDFLOWER AT LAKE ELMO COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT; RES. NO. 2014-46
Community Development Director Klatt explained that the previously set conditions for the CPA have been met. Those conditions included the conservation easement agreements between the Fields of St Croix and the
City and Robert Engstrom Companies are completed, the developer makes a good faith effort to satisfy the
adjacent properties regarding screening. The conservancy maintenance was discussed. Robert Engstrom explained that the HOA will assume the maintenance.
Neil Krueger, 4452 Lake Elmo Ave. N., urged the Council to eliminate the twelve lots in the northwest section of the proposal to preserve the viewshed.
MOTION: Mayor Pearson moved TO ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2014-46, APPROVING A
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT TO CHANGE THE FUTURE LAND USE DESIGNATION OF TWO AREAS WITHIN THE WILDFLOWER AT LAKE ELMO
DEVELOPMENT FROM RAD AND OP TO V-LDR AND V-MDR. Council Member Reeves seconded the
motion.
Council Member Smith wants to expand the notification radius. Council Member Reeves asked if the 12
homes could be relocated. Mr. Engstrom said that it is possible. His opinion is that the proposal will be special.
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MOTION TO AMEND: Mayor Pearson moved TO AMEND THE MOTION BY ADDING THE LANGUAGE “CONTINGENT UPON THE CITY’S APPROVAL OF PRELIMINARY AND
FINAL DEVELOPMENT PLANS FOR THE WILDFLOWER AT LAKE ELMO PUD THAT
CONFORMS SUBSTANTIALLY WITH THE CONCEPT PLAN WITH THE CONVEYANCE AND/OR PROTECTION OF THE PLANNED OPEN SPACE AREAS OF THE CITY AND
NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATIONS AS STATED THEREIN.” Council Member Reeves seconded the motion to amend. MOTION TO AMEND PASSED 5-0.
ORIGINAL MOTION PASSED 5-0.
ITEM 23: 39TH STREET NORTH: STREET AND SANITARY SEWER IMPROVEMENTS – CHANGE ORDER NO. 1
City Engineer Griffin explained the reason for the change order. Engineering conducted some water system analysis and determined that by increasing the size of a section of the 39th Street watermain project from 12 inch to 16 inch, the City can eliminate the need for a water tower. The change order amount is $118,975.00.
The cost of the otherwise needed water tower is $2.1 Million. Finance Director Bendel confirmed that the City could pay for this and then the shortfall would be added to 2015 bonding.
MOTION: Council Member Smith moved TO APPROVE CHANGE ORDER NO. 1 FOR THE 39TH
STREET NORTH: STREET AND SANITARY SEWER IMPROVEMENTS IN THE AMOUNT OF $118,975.00. Council Member Bloyer seconded the motion. MOTION PASSED 5-0.
ITEM 24: DISCOVER CROSSING REPAIRS – TA SCHIFSKY QUOTE – $21.9K City Administrator Zuleger provided overview of the item. This has been an ongoing issue for 6 years. The issue includes stormwater problems that have resulted because there is no curb on the island. It was explained
that the funds will be taken out of the stormwater fund. Staff suggested that the amount be increased to $24,000.
MOTION: Council Member Smith moved TO APPROVE AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $24,000 TO
DO THE REPAIRS NEEDED AT THE DISCOVER CROSSING CIRCLE. Council Member Nelson seconded the motion. MOTION PASSED 5-0.
STAFF REPORTS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
City Administrator Zuleger: On 10/14/2014 City will be holding a downtown summit/workshop.
City Attorney Snyder: no report.
Community Development Director Klatt: no report.
City Engineer: 39th street construction is underway.
Finance Director Bendel: working on cash flows, enterprise budget, and assessments.
Mayor Pearson adjourned meeting at 1:27 am.
LAKE ELMO CITY COUNCIL
ATTEST: ______________________________
Mike Pearson, Mayor
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Adam R. Bell, City Clerk