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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - 1975/02/10PROCEEDINGS OF THE CITY COUNCIL. CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW RAMSEY COUNTY, MINNESOTA A regular meeting of the Mounds View City Council was called to order by Mayor Johnson at 8:00 p.m., February10, 1975, at the Pinewood Elementary School, 5500 Quincy Street, Mounds View, Minnesota 55112 Present: Mayor Johnson Councilman Hodges Councilman Baumgartner Councilman Pickar Councilman Shelquist Also Present: Clerk- Administrator Achen Attorney Meyers Engineer Bearden MSP Pickar- Hodges) To approve the minutes of January 27, 1975 with the following corrections. Page 9, Councilman Pickar's Report, Sue Lynn shoul.' be spelled Sue Lind. Page 1, first paragraph, should state "at the Pinewood Elementary School, 5500 Quincy Street" instead of Mounds View City Hall. Page 3, last paragraph, Steven Thomson should be spelled Steven Thompson. Page 4, second paragraph, should read Project 1973 -6, ($100) and Project 1973 -5 ($4,200). Page 5, fifth paragraph, should read original motion passed "as amended." Page 6, first sentence, should read scheduled "by Ramsey County" for February 10. Page 6, sixth paragraph, after the word Commission should read "to the Council and public at the hearing that the maximum enrollment expected would be approximately 60 to 70 students." Page 8, paragraph 7 second sentence, should read Attorney Meyers stated we are "not" technically liable for anything on the boulevard. Mayor Johnson presented a copy of a bill submitted by Senator McCutcheon abolishing police d ^partments and creating a police agency. Mayor Johnson stated he has written letters to State representatives opposing this bill. Mayor Johnson commented on the effort being made by Ramsey County to keep the court system revenues in Ramsey County instead of funding 50% back to the cities. Mayor Johnson asked that the Council be attentive to the proposals of the County and give study to them. Mayor Johnson noted that two day activity care center applications were received from Judith Olson, 7739 Woodlawn Drive, and Kathy St. John, 7900 Eastwood. Mayor Johnson acknowledged receipt of a note from Jim Engebretson for recognition of Music in our Schools Day. He read a proclamation supporting Music in our Schools Day. 5 Ayes MSP (Johnson Hodges) to adopt Resolution No. 659 proclaiming March 15, 1975, "Music in our Schools Day." 5 Ayes Mayor Johnson commented on the proposed bill by Representative Neisen asking for a change in the open meeting law restricting open meetings to meetings other than salary negotiations, lawsuits, employee reprimands, etc. February 10, 1975 Mayor Johnson read a letter from State of Minnesota Department of Admini- stration which consisted of a list of available commodity contracts through the State. Mr. Leonard Gareis, 5046 Silver Lake Road, asked about the home occupation ordinance. Councilman Baumgartner read an exerpt of the ordinance and noted that additional information could be obtained at city hall. Mr. Harley Rasmussen, 8380 Red Oak Drive, wanted to find out how soon building permits for the land on the new streets in Project 1973 -4 could be issued. Engineer Bearden stated that it would be spring or early summer. Mayor Johnson stated it would be difficult for builders of new homes to know what grade to build on before the street grade is established. Mr. Rasmussen felt the project would encourage most epople to ultimately divide their land, and he felt that people should be allowed to develop this property to help pay for the assessment in 1976. Attorney 'Meyers stated Council could adopt a policy in anticipation of lots being split then the building inspector would have something to follow. The ordinance on building permits at present prohibits issuance of building permits without an established road. Mayor Johnson asked Engineer Bearden to get a time -table for an idea of when improvements will be going in. Mayor Johnson told the audience that last Monday evening the Council interviewed applicants for the Planning Commission position, Paul Fedor, Steven Thompson and Michael Lonergan. Mayor Johnson submitted the name of Paul Fedor to fill the vacancy. Council felt that because Mr. Fedor was a long -term resident in the area and a local businessman and a member of the Businessmen's Association that he would be a link between Council and the businessmen in the City. MSP (Johnson- Baumgartner) To appoint Paul Fedor to serve a term of one year on the Planning Commission in place of Robert Shelquist. 5 Ayes Mayor Johnson told Mr. Thompson and Mr. Lonergan that he appreciated their involvement and interest. Mr. Steven Thompson commended Council for the manner in which this vacancy was filled. Clerk Administrator Achen's Report MSP (Hodges Shelquist) to approve the following bills: General fund chec No. 9691 through 9752, Payroll account checks No. 1146 through 1149, Payroll checks No. 1683 through 1719. Transfer check No. 9753 transferring from General $11,525.76, from Water '1,273.84, from Sewer $1,669.07 to pay gross pay of February 15, 1975. Transfer check No. 121, transferring $18,352.70 from Bond Account to General Account to close out the former. Total Disbursements $84,795.74. 5 Ayes -3- February 10, 1975 MSP (Pickar- Hodges) To approve the licenses: General Contractor Lee Holthans, Construction Coordinator for Bridgeman's; Sign Billboard Triad Sign Company; Heating F, Air Conditioning-- Buck's Sheet Metal; Cigarettes at Retail Tom Thumb Superette #110; Non Intoxicating Liquor "Off Sale" Tom Thumb Superette #110; Solicitor Peddler Cub Scout Pack 167. MSP (Pickar Baumgartner) To waive the license fee for Cub Scout Pack 167. Administrator Achen read the bids for the automatic sprinkler system which were opened at 2:00 p.m., Friday, February 7, 1975: Industrial Sprinkler Corporation $4,707.00 Axel Newman Heating 4 Plumbing $6,000.00 Viking Automatic Sprinkler Co. $5,325.00 United Sprinkler $4,640.00 Eagle Automatic Fire Protection Co. $4,440.00 Sunrise Fire Protection Co. $5,110.00 Midwest Fire Protection Co. $5,175.00 Mr. Glen Gausman, consulting engineering for Walijarvi F, Associates, stated that there is a considerable difference in the prices between the January 7th and February 7th bid openings. He feels Eagle Automatic is a competent company with a good reputation although he has had no direct association with them in the past. 5 Ayes 5 Ayes MSP (Johnson Shelquist) to recommend the bid be let to Eagle Automatic with the proviso that this amount offset against the retained architect's fee. 5 Ayes Mayor Johnson asked the clerk to inform the architect of the bid award and direct the architect to confirm the bid to Eagle Automatic so they can begin work as soon as possible. Administrator Achen presented the 1974 delinquent utility accounts for which meter deposits are to be confiscated. MSP (Hodges Pickar) to so confiscate meter deposits tc pay these 1974 delinquent accounts. 5 X/“ 5 Ayes MSP (Hodges-Pickar) to appoint the First National Bank of St. Paul as paying agent for the City for Improvement Bond of 1974 in accordance with Resolution No. 650. 5 Ayes MSP (Hodges Baumgartner) to authorize the ,Mayor and Clerk to execute the paying agent agreement. 5 Ayes Administrator Achen presented the proposed agreement with the State for the installat'an of signal lights at County Roads I and H2 at Highway 10. Engineer Bearden explained the formula used by the State in determining the cost of the signals. Where there are two state or two county legs as the case is on County Road I and Highway 10, the agreement between the State and County is that the State requests the County to pay for relamping, painting of lights and power. The County in turn is trying to transfer some of the cost to the local communitie such as Mounds View. Councilman Baumgartner asked what the cost would be if we have to bring the utility service to the lights. -4- February 10, 1975 Engineer Bearden stated in this case power already is in the general area and should not cost too much. Attorney Meyers felt we should not have to pay anything at County Road I and only 25% at County Road H2. Mayo. Johnson referred the contract back to Clerk Achen for renegotiation with the County. Attorney Meyers suggested Compassion Christian Center be invited to sign the special use permit and one executed copy returned to MSP (Pickar Hodges) to accept Resolution No. City reserving the right to withdraw support the cost involved. him. MSP (Hodges Pickar) to authorize execution of the Compassion, Inc. special use permit by the Mayor and Clerk. Administrator Achen presented proposed Resolution No. 660 endorsing a police selection standards project by the Metropolitan Area Management Association and Metropolitan Council sponsorship of federal grant appli- cation. Councilman Baumgartner asked what this would commit us to as far as "cash match Administrator Achen stated the estimated cost to the City would be about $200. Mayor Johnson felt the benefits to be received far outweigh the minimal cost. Clerk Achen stated a need exists for improved police recruitment and selection procedures within the suburban Twin Cities area to meet the requirements of the Federal Equal Employment Opportunity Act. The proposal is for a research study to validate recruitment and selection standards. The Metropolitan Council, being an agency representing all communities within the Twin Cities metropolitan area, has been asked by MAMA to act only as the sponsoring agency of the grant. Councilman Shelquist is in favor of the Resolution if it doesn't commit us to funds at this time. Clerk Achen stated that he did not know whether this Resolution legally committed city funds, but that it implies we will share in the cash matcl osts. Councilman Hodges stated he favors the proposal. 660 as presented with the pending final notice of Shelquist Pickar Baumgartner Hodges Johnson County legislative to eliminate the Administrator Achen presented a memorandum tc the Ramsey delegation regarding a bill proposed by the County Board distribution of half the court fines to the municipalities. MSP (Johnson Shelquist) to direct the Administrator to forward the proposal to the District No. 1 County Commissioner and State Representatives in the Ramsey County delegation. Administrator Achen announced that Representatives Neisen and McCarron would be at the agenda meeting Monday night, February 17, at 6:30 p.m. He reminded Council of the joint meeting at Spring Lake Park City Hall February 13 and the Minnesota Municipal League Action Conference at the St. Paul Arts Science Center February 26. 5 Ayes Aye Aye Aye Aye Aye 5 Ayes -5- February 10, 1975 Administrator Achen presented the cost estimates of the change orders on the city hall addition along with samples of carpet and paint color selections for the building. MSP (Johnson Baumgartner) to authorize the change order to substitute two drawer sections for $750.00, for electric operation for two overhead doors at $550.00 with proviso for one remote operator in each squad, $440.00 to change driveway location, add one riser in front of dais and to lower dais one riser at no charge. Administrator Achen is to check to see if a greater credit for the garage floor can be obtained. Councilman Hodges' Report Councilman Hodges reported on a memo from Pack 167 regarding planting of flowers at the city hall. The memo was direc.ed by Council to the Park Director. Councilman Hodges presented an announcement that the Metro Council would hold a public hearing Monday, March l0,onthe proposed metropolitan signi- ficance regulation. Councilman Shelquist's Report Councilman Shelquist stated the Planning Commission wanted to bring to Council's attention the statement of Mayor Hofstede to the Advisory Committee regarding approval of comprehensive plans of counties and municipalities. Councilman Shelquist presented the subdivision request of Robert Bruflodt, 8346 Groveland Road, creating one 120' X 100' lot fronting on proposed Knollwood and another lot 303' X 100' fronting on Groveland Road. Normally subdividers split their lot into two equal portions. The Planning Commission felt the lot split as proposed was poorly planned even though it met the minimum lot requirments. The final result was a 180' X 100' lot less a 30 foot street easement and a 273.2' X 100' lot with a 10' utility easement on its east border. This would allow a 70 to 80 foot front setback and a 30 foot rear setback as required. Mr. Bruflodt is not pleased with the new street going in and wants to retain the maximum amount of his lot for himself. MSP (Shelquist- Hodges) to approve the lot split as recommended by the Planning Commission but deleting the requirement for a survey. Mayor Johnson stated that he feels a procedure should be set up whereby a person splitting his lot can get a commitment from the Planning Commission indicating that it is acceptable to the Commission. He favors requiring of surveys. Attorney Meyers said a survey is not required by State law, but most communities with considerable development are requiring it. He stated that a survey at the Planning Commission level should be required. Councilman Pickar is not in favor of surveys, because of the additional expense to the property owner. Councilman Baumgartner stated if the person has a sketch plan and previous approval by the building inspector, he favors a survey. 5 Ayes 5 Ayes -6- February 10, 1975 Councilman Hodges stated he favors surveys. MSP (Johnson Shelquist) to instruct the administrator to review the ordinance section on minor subdivisions and come up with some alternative in terms of wording and inserting that a survey be required when submitting a minor subdivision to the Planning Commission and before it goes to Council for approval. 5 Ayes Councilman Shelquist noted the minutes of January 27th requesting a recording secretary at the Planning Commission meeting. Mayor Johnson directed the administrator to investigate the possibility of hiring someone to record Planning Commission minutes. Councilman Baumgartner's Report Councilman Baumgartner reported that at the Park and Recreation meeting January 9th Luverne Peterson was elected as chairman and Wayne Burmeister, vice chairman. Thursday, March 6th is the next meeting. Councilman Pickar's Report Councilman Pickar announced the Silver Skates Competition to beheld February 23rd at Lakeside Park. Attorney Meyers' Report Attorney Meyers commented on the potential claims for water and sewer backups and insurance claims rejected by our insurance company. He suggests establishing a claims committee to periodically review these claims. He commented on the request of PBK Investment Company to mike torrens property of the Mounds View Industrial Park. Council will have to file a cross application to protect the City of Mounds View. This will have no adverse on our interest. MSP (Hodges Pickar) to sign the cross application regarding the registration of property known as Mounds View Industrial Park. 5 Ayes Engineer Bearden's Report Engineer Bearden stated NPDES permits for our water treatment plant should be given to the Public Works department. Permit for Plant No. 1 delays the date for completion of construction to June 30, 1976. The water extension to JR0 Estates will add approximately $1700 to Project 1973 -4 to bring sewer 25 feet into the property. Councilmen were in favor of the extension to get service to the lots. Mayor Johnson instructed the engineer to inform contractor to extend service into the lot. Engineer Bearden presented a preliminary study to extend Knollwood south of Ardan Avenue. MSP (Johnson- Baumgartner) to accept this prelinimary study. 5 Ayes MSP (Pickar- Baumgartner) to accept the color scheme as presented in the architect's display. 5 Ayes MSP (Baumgartner Hodges) To adjourn at 11:00 p.m. 5 Ayes Respectfully submitted, Mark Achen Clerk- Administrator