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HomeMy WebLinkAbout06-21-99 CITY OF LAKEVILLE COUNCIL MEETING ]UNE 21, 1999 Mayor Zaun called the meeting to order at-7:00 p.m. The pledge of allegiance to the flag was given. Roll call was taken. Present: Council Members Ryan, Sindt, Mulvihill, Luick and Mayor Zaun. Also.-present: R. Knutson, City Attorney; B. Erickson, City Administrator; K. Nelson, City Engineer; M. Sobota, Community & Economic Development Director; D. Feller, Finance Director; S. Michaud, Parks & Recreation Director; D. Martens, Police Chief; J. Wedel, Civil Engineer II; L. Gustafson, Assessment Clerk; D. Volk; Director of Operations & Maintenance; J. Hennen, Administrative Assistant; C. Friedges, City Clerk. MINUTES The minutes of the June 7, 1999 City Council meeting were approved i with one correction to a typographical error in Motion 99.106. STAFF ANNOUNCEMENTS ATTORNEY None ENGINEER None ADMINISTRATOR Mr. Erickson asked the Council to consider setting a work session under New Business. Mr. Erickson provided additional information for agenda item No. 8. PARKS & RECREATION DIRECTOR Mr. Michaud presented the May Parks & Recreation Department monthly report. CHIEF OF POLICE Chief Martens presented the May Police Department monthly report. PRESENTATIONSJINTRODUCTIONS Chief Martens introduced six new members of the Police Reserve Unit. They are Eric Benjamin, Jurgan Almlie, Paul Jarvis, Mike Lamm, Laura CTTY OF LAKEVILLE COUNCIL MEETING JUNE 21, 1999 PAGE 2 Schwartz and Randy Smith. Mayor Zaun administered the oath of office to the new Reserve Officers. Chief Martens presented the ~~Chief's Award of Merit" to Troy Grossman and Duane Hirsch. Both men were honored for pulling people out of burning vehicles. Human Resources Director Marcy Cordes introduced Becky Kjergaard, City Hall Secretary/Receptionist. Building Official Gene Abbott introduced Karen Murphy, Inspections Department Assistant. Sue Skorseth, 1999 Pan-O-Prog President, provided an overview of upcoming Pan-O-Prog events. Ms. Skorseth presented. Pan-O-Prog buttons to the mayor, council members and staff. Mr. Joe Green, representing People's Natural Gas Company, presented the donation of a Fuelmaker vehicle refueling appliance, (valued at approximately $4,300), and $2,000 cash to offset the cost of installation, to the City of Lakeville for Lakeville Ames Ice Arena. Rick Dale, representing the Lakeville Community Corporation, and LHA President Bill Forbord acknowledged receipt of the donation on behalf of the two organizations. CITIZENS' COMMENTS None CONSENT AGENDA Council Members added Item 10 to the consent agenda. 99.114 Motion was made by Ryan, seconded by Mulvihill to approve the consent agenda items as follows: a. Claims for payment. b. May investment report. c. Receive minutes of the following advisory committee meetings:. Planning Commission, June 3, 1999 Parks & Recreation Committee, June 2, 1999 Lakeville Ames Arena, May 26, 1999 CITY OF LAKEVILLE COUNCIL MEETING JUNE 21, 1999 PAGE 3 d. Appoint Keith Nelson as the delegate to appoint two commissioners to the Vermillion River Watershed Management Commission. e. Receive City of Lakeville Comprehensive Annual financial Report. f. Receive City of Lakeville Single Audit Report. g. Receive Lakeville Fire Relief Comprehensive Annual Financial Report. h. Receive Lakeville Convention and Visitor's Bureau Comprehensive Annual Financial Report. i. Resolution No. 99-149 authorizing the sale of forfeited vehicles. j. Resolution. No. 99-150. receiving donation from Peoples Natural Gas Company. k. Resolution No. 99-151. accepting donation from Dakota Electric Association and Resolution No. 99-152 accepting donation from Marquette Bank of Lakeville to the Parks & Recreation. Department. I. Resolution No. 99-153 accepting donation from Gephart Gallery & Gifts to the DARE Program. m. Change Order No. 1 with Rosti Construction for King Park walking trails. n. Resolution No. 99-154 authorizing extension of park hours at Antlers Park for 1999 Panorama of Progress Teen Dance. o, Resolution No. 99-155 adopting findings and making a negative declaration on the need for an Environmental Impact Statement on the Ipava Avenue and 192"d/195th Street project, Improvement Project 98-10. p. Authorize installation of stamped, colored concrete pavers in medians for reconstruction of CSAH 50 from Dodd Boulevard to Holyoke Avenue, Improvement Project 94-13. CITY OF LAKEVILLE COUNCIL MEETING JUNE 21, 1999 PAGE 4 q. Ordinance No, 651 amending Title 7 of the Lakeville City Code concerning certified pipe layers. r. Extension of on-sale liquor license for Babe's Sportsbar & Grill to allow the sale of alcoholic beverages and live entertainment in the fenced-in parking lot on July 9-11, 1999. s. Temporary 3.2% malt liquor license for the Lakeville Lions Club for Pan-O-Prog events at the Lakeville VFW on July 8-9, 1999. t. Temporary on-sale liquor license for the Lakeville VFW for Pan-O- Prog events on July 8-11, 1999. u. .Temporary 3.2% malt liquor license for the LakeviNe Men's Softball. Association. v. Change Orders No. 1 and 2 with Kelleher Construction. Company for Lakeville Ames Arena, Improvement Project 98-6. • w. Resolution No. 99-156 donating 41 computers to the Minnesota Computers for Schools Refurbishing Program. x. Approve specifications and set a bid date for a triple combination pumper for the Fire Department. 10. Receive Planning Commission's Findings of Fact and Recommendation and approve a conditional use permit to allow an expansion to anon-conforming single-family home located at 17401 Kodiak Avenue. Roll call was taken on the motion. Ayes, Ryan, Zaun, Sindt, Mulvihill, Luick. ITEM 8 Mayor Zaun. opened the public hearing on an amendment to Interest Reduction Program and Housing Development Project Plan and to Tax Increment Financing Plan for Tax Increment Financing District No. 8. The City Clerk attested to publication of the legal notice. Mr. Feller explained that Modification No. 5 to Tax Increment Financing District No. 8, Southfork Apartments, would allow the City to issue up to CITY OF LAKEVILLE COUNCIL MEETING JUNE 21, :1999 PAGE 5 $2 million of bonds for the acquisition and/or renovation of property owned by All Saints Catholic Church for a Lakeville Area Arts Center. Tax Increment Financing funds are being used at the present time to fund the acquisition, relocation and demolition of properties needed to accommodate a Dakota County senior housing project in downtown Lakeville. Mr. Feller explained that the tax increment modification does not bind the City or HRA to the project. It simply enables the City to sell bonds if the opportunity presents itself. The 1999 State Legislature approved legislation that prohibits tax increment financing to construct or renovate facilities to be used for social, recreational or conference purposes, effective January 1, 2040. Therefore, expenditures must be made or binding contracts entered into prior to that date. The Dakota County Commissioners indicated support of the proposed plan. Their resolution states, ~~The use of tax increment financing for this purpose is consistent with the County's policy regarding tax increment financing because it will result in bona fide redevelopment efforts and housing opportunities for low and moderate income families and seniors." The Planning Commission found the proposed plan to be consistent with the City's Comprehensive Plan. The Economic Development Commission • recommended approval of the plan modification. Clinton Kennedy, 16570 Kenosha Avenue, asked about parking associated with the senior housing facilities. Mr. Erickson stated each living unit would have its own underground parking stall. There will also be on-site parking, which is part of the acquisition involving three different parcels of property. Mayor Zaun asked if any comments were received from the school district. Mr. Feller stated the school district has not responded in writing. He further stated notification of the proposed plan has been given in accordance with state statute. 99.115 Motion was made by Ryan, seconded by Sindt to close the public hearing on Modification No. 5 to Tax Increment Financing District No. 8. Roll call was taken on the motion. Ayes, Zaun, Sindt, Mulvihill, Luick, Ryan. 99.116 Motion was made by Ryan, seconded by Sindt to approve Resolution Noy 99-157 approving an amendment to Interest Reduction Program and Housing Development Project Plan and to Tax Increment Financing Plan for Tax Increment Financing District'No. 8. CITY OF LAKEVILLE COUNCIL MEETING JUNE 21, 1999 PAGE 6 • Roll call was taken on the motion. Ayes, Sindt, Mulvihill, Luick, Ryan, Zaun. ITEM 9 Mayor Zaun opened the public hearing on the installation of streetlights at 161St Street West, Upper 161St Street West and Jacquara Avenue, Improvement Project 99-11. The City Clerk attested to legal notices being duly published and mailed. Jason Wedel, Civil Engineer II, presented the proposed project, which began with a petition signed by 25 property owners along 161St Street and Jacquara Avenue. The petition did not include residents along Upper 161St Street; however, the proposed project includes street lights on Upper 161St Street to complete the street lighting for that entire neighborhood. A total of seven streetlights are proposed. The streetlight at the corner of 161St Street Court and 161St Street is being moved to the opposite corner at the request of several residents. If approved by • the City Council, Dakota Electric will stake the locations for the lights next week, and residents will be able to provide feedback on the actual location of the lights. The total estimated project cost is $11,000, all of which is proposed to be assessed to the benefiting property owners. The proposed single family unit assessment will be $161.76, which is less than the previous estimate of $213.00 per unit.. A fee of $4.90 per unit for energy and maintenance will be added to the property owners' quarterly utility bills, which is consistent with City policy. Mr. Feller .indicated that a special assessment hearing would be called after the improvements are completed. The assessment is proposed to be levied over atwo-year period at an interest rate of 7%. Property owners will have an opportunity to pay their assessment in advance and avoid the interest. Senior citizens will. be eligible for an assessment deferment. Dee McManus, 9795 161St Street W., explained the problems that occurred in the neighborhood last summer which the Lakeville Police Department responded to. It was discovered that this neighborhood is one of only three areas in Lakeville that do not have streetlights. She expressed support for the project on behalf of the neighborhood residents. CITY OF LAKEVILLE COUNCIL MEETING JUNE 21, 1999 PAGE 7 Pat Albers, 10030 -161St Street West, asked about the location of the lights. Mr. Wedel stated the light in the vicinity of 9865 Upper 161St Street was moved to the south side of the street, because property owners were concerned that landscaping and trees along the property line would have needed to be removed. Mr. Albers also asked if there are any lights planned for the inside of the curve. Mr. Wedel explained that Dakota Electric has determined that placing lights on the outside of the curve, which would be the south side of the street, will provide a better overall lighting of the street. This layout is also more cost effective, since there is already an underground electrical line on the south side of the street. Jim Jackson, 10072 161St Street, asked about the design of the light poles and fixtures and whether bids were received for this work. He asked if a duplex would be charged for two unit assessments. He also asked who is .responsible for maintenance after the lights are installed and why there were originally eight lights and now there are seven. Mr. Wedel explained that bids are not taken for this work, because Dakota Electric has the exclusive franchise for this area. The lights will be 17-foot tall fiberglass poles with post top fixtures and 150-watt bulbs, identical to what is installed in new subdivisions. Since property is assessed on a per-unit basis, a duplex would have two assessments. He also stated Dakota Electric would own the poles and lights and would be responsible for maintenance. Mr. Wedel stated that early in the process, it was estimated that eight lights would be needed. The feasibility report recommends seven lights. Mr. Jackson was also concerned that 150-watt high-pressure sodium lights might be too hard on the eyes. Craig Knudsen, representing Dakota Electric, explained that 150-watt high-pressure sodium lights are more energy efficient than 100-watt bulbs.. Mr. Jackson stated he had not signed the petition and is not in favor of ' the project. Council Member Ryan asked if all work includes restoration of the grass r and landscaping. Mr. Knudsen stated all restoration is included. CITY OF LAKEVILLE COUNCIL MEETING JUNE 21, 1999 PAGE 8 Council Member Ryan asked why the cost of streetlights is assessed and not paid for out of the City's general fund.. Mr. Erickson stated it is the City's policy to assess the cost of streetlights in existing subdivisions, based on a request for streetlights by a majority of the residents. The City's subdivision ordinance now requires the developer to install streetlights in new developments. 99.117. Motion was made by Mulvihill, seconded by Ryan to close the public hearing on the installation of street lights on 161St Street West, .Upper 161~t Street West and Jacquara Avenue. Roll call was taken on the motion. Ayes, Mulvihill, Luick, Ryan, Zaun, Sindt. 99.118 Motion was made by Mulvihill, seconded by Luick to approve Resolution No. 99-158 ordering public improvement for street lights on 161St Street West, Upper 161St Street West and Jacquara Avenue, Improvement Project 99-11. Roll call was taken on the motion. Ayes, Luick, Ryan, Zaun, Sindt, Mulvihill. ITEM 11 Administrative Assistant John Hennen presented a proposal by Grooters, Leapaldt, Tideman Architects to convert Hart Hall into a performing arts center. He explained that this firm designed the renovation plans for converting Holy Angels Catholic Church in St. Cloud into a performing arts facility. Dan Tideman, representing the firm, provided an overview of the proposed project. He explained that the firm would provide conceptual floor plans, a narrative description of the design issues and a cost estimate for the renovation. The firm would also provide a written description, evaluation and recommendation for the mechanical and electrical systems in the building. These services could be completed within 30 days at a cost of $18,000. Other reimbursable expenses such as mileage, long distance. phone charges and printing would be billed separately but should not exceed $500. Council Member Ryan stated he feels the $18,000 for this type of information is reasonable: He stated this study is .important, in that the CITY OF LAKEVILLE COUNCIL MEETING JUNE 21, 1999 PAGE 9 • City can get a total estimated cost for the art center prior to some hard decisions being made. Council Member Luick asked if the firm would be using existing information with regard to environmental cost estimates. Mr. Tideman stated they did receive a certain amount of existing information that will be included in the project study. Council Member Luick asked if the project would include the All Saints school. Mr. Tideman stated his firm has not been asked to include the school. 99.119 Motion was made by Sindt, seconded by Mulvihill to accept the proposal from Grooters, Leapaldt, Tideman Architects to convert Hart Hall into a performing arts center for a total cost not to exceed $18,500. Roll call was taken on the motion. Ayes, Ryan, Zaun, Sindt, Mulvihill, .Luick. . ITEM 12 City Engineer Keith Nelson presented an Interstate Access Modification. Request to complete the full interchange at CSAH 60 (185t" Street) and I-35. He explained that construction of the remaining ramps at 185t" Street needs to be completed prior to beginning reconstruction of the County Road 70 bridge to accommodate detours, and the City and County are going to have to proceed without MnDOT funding. He pointed out that it is unlikely the City would receive funding for all three interchanges, CSAH 50, 60 and 70). The State has nothing programmed in its 20-year transportation plan. for this segment of I-35. The first step in completing the interchange is the submittal of a modification request to the Metropolitan Council, MnDOT and the Federal Highway Administration. Dennis Eyler, SRF Consulting Group, explained the .modification request process and proposed interchange improvements.. Don Theisen, Dakota County Highway Engineer, stated the County supports this intersection. modification and will .participate with the City financially on the usual cost share formula. He stated funding is a challenge, and emphasized the importance of planning ahead. He suggested going to the .federal level for funding. CITY OF LAKEVILLE COUNCIL MEETING JUNE 21, 1999 PAGE 10 Council Member Sindt asked about traffic projections from .Scott County Road 21 to this intersection. Mr. Nelson stated that when traffic counts were taken last year, the Burnsville cross-town had been under construction. That road is now open and, as a result, traffic along 185tH Street from the west has decreased somewhat. Mr. Theisen stressed the importance of a partnership with Scott County in this intersection improvement project. Mayor Zaun stated he feels the City and County need to initiate some action and discussion to gain support from the federal level. He .suggested an initial meeting with the congressional delegations involved for some guidance on proper protocol, including representatives from the Metropolitan Council 99.120 Motion was made by Sindt, seconded by Mulvihill to authorize SRF Consulting Group, Inc. to prepare an Interstate Access Modification Request to complete the full interchange at CSAH 60 (185th Street) and I-35. • Roll call was taken on the motion. Ayes, Zaun, Sindt, Mulvihill, Luick, Ryan. 99.121 Motion was made by Ryan, seconded by Mulvihill to direct staff to contact congressional delegates that serve Lakeville (Dakota County) and Scott County to meet and identify the cost of retaining the services of a lobbyist on the Federal level to pursue funding on behalf of the City for the three interchanges on I-35, (CSAH 50, 60 and 70), and report back to the City Council with a recommendation. Roll call was taken on the motion. Ayes, Sindt, Mulvihill, Luick, Ryan, Zaun. UNFINISHED BUSINESS .None NEW BUSINESS 99.122 Motion was made by Luick, seconded by Sindt to hold a Council work session on Monday, July 12th, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Roll call was taken on the motion. Ayes, Mulvihill, Luick, Ryan, Zaun, Sindt. CITY OF LAKEVILLE COUNCIL MEETING JUNE 21, 1999 PAGE 11 • ANNOUNCEMENTS: Next regular Council meeting, Tuesday, July 6, 1999 Mayor Zaun adjourned the Council meeting at 9: i0 p.m. Respectfully submitted, c..__- Charlene Friedges, City C k Duane Zaun, Mayo •