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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCC 09-11-1995 I I. I I I I I I I Ie I I I I I I I Ie I MINUTES CITY OF ARDEN HILLS, MINNESOTA REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING SEPTEMBER 11, 1995 7:30 P.M. - NEW BRIGHTON CITY HALL CALL TO ORDERlROT.T, CALL Pursuant to due ca.1l and notice thereof, Mayor Dennis Probst ca.1led to order the regular City Council meeting at 7:30 p.m. Present: Mayor Dennis Probst; Councilmembers Beverly Aplikowski, Dale Hicks, Paul Malone and Susan Keirn. Also present were: City Accountant, Terry Post; Public Works Superintendent, Dwayne Stafford; Commnnity Development Director, Kevin Ringwald; City Consulting Engineers, Greg Stonehouse and Terry Maurer; City Attorney Jerry Filla; and Recording Secretary, Ruth McLaurin. ADOPT AGENDA MOTION: Hicks moved and Aplikowski seconded a motion to adopt the agenda for the September 11, 1995 City Council meeting as presented. The motion carried nnllnimously (5-0). APPROVAL OF COUNCIL MINUTES August 28, 1995 Corrections: Page 7, paragraph five: to expand, add; . which is a sttw increase 00%. the effective cost increase of purchased water for 1996 will be 2.4% Page 7, paragraph seven: "...Ramsey County Sheriff's Office..." should be corrected to "...Ryder Student Transportation Services....". MOTION: Keirn moved and Aplikowski seconded a motion to approve the minutes of the August 28, 1995 regular City Council meeting as presented. The motion carried unanimously (5-0). CONSENT CALENDAR A. Resolution 95-63, Truth in Taxation Public Hearing Dates. B. ClaimslPayroIL I I. I I I I I I I I. I I I I I I I Ie I .AJll)EN HILLS CITY COUNCIL - SEPTEMaER 11, 1995 2 MOTION: Malone moved and Hicks seconded a motion to approve the Consent Calendar as presented, and authorize execution of all necessary documents contained therein. The motion carried lm,m;mously (5-0). PUBLIC COMMENTS Ms. Doris Canniff, 3946 Glenview, expressed concern about City spending, she felt the City was spending money unwisely. Ms. Canniff suggested any expenditure over $5,000 should be voted upon by the residents. Ms. Canniff indicated it was aggravating to the citizens to see spending on such items as park improvements. Mayor Probst extended an invitation for further public comment, hearing none, he moved on to the next item of business. UNFINISHED AND NEW BUSINESS Ol!l"en EA W Community Development Director Ringwald briefly reviewed the staff report in regard to the Environmental Assessment Worksheet ordered by the City Council for the Ogren development. Mr. Ringwald indicated the 30 day public comment period for the Environmental Assessment Worksheet (EA W) closed on August 30, 1995. Therefore the City Council is being requested to either; decide on the need for an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS), or postpone a decision for up to 30 days to gather information which is critical to the decision on the need for an EIS. Mr. Ringwald explained the EA W is a brief document prepared in a worksheet format which is designed to mpidly assess the environmental effects which may be associated with a proposed project. The criteria for determining significant environmental effect are found in Minnesota Rule Chapter 4410.1700, Subpart 7, which states: "In deciding whether a project has the potential for significant environmental effects, the following factors shall be considered: A. Type, extent and reversibility of environmental effects; B. Cumulative potential effects of related or anticipated future projects; C. The extent to which the environmental effects are subject to mitigation by ongoing public regulatory authority; and D. The extent to which the environmental effects can be anticipated and controlled as a result of other environmental studies undertaken by public agencies or the project proposer, or ofEIS's previously prepared on similar projects. I I. I I I I I I . .e I I I I I I I Ie I .MJ)EN HIlLS CITY COUNCIL - SEPTEMBER 11, 1995 3 Mr. Ringwald noted the City is required, within five days of mRking its decision on the adequacy of the EA W, to notify all persons on the EA W distribution list, all persons who provided written comments during the 30 day public comment period, and to any other person upon written request. Mr. Ringwald indicated staff concludes that the development proposal, as modified by its recommendations is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and City Code. Mr. Ringwald indicated staff concludes, and the developer has agreed to the following: a) that the development proposal should comply with the intent of the City Shoreland Management and Floodplain regulations, even though the development project is not located in the shoreland area or in a floodplain; b) to comply with certain tree and vegetation preservation measures, even though the City has no tree protection ordinance; c) to provide a butTer adjacent to the wetlands which will be protected by a conservation easement; d) to receive approval of and comply with the required permits from the Rice Creek Watershed District, Department of Natural Resources and Minnesota Pollution Control Agency. He noted the development proposal has received the necessary nationwide permit from the US Army Corps of Engineers. Mr. Ringwald pointed out the project in this development proposal is a one-time effect. In general, the construction of residential units is considered to be a non-reversible effect Given that, the rules and regulations which govem residential construction are geared towards prevention and mitigation of those effects during the design and approval process, rather than reversing them through time. Mr. Ringwald noted there are currently no anticipated future development projects which are associated to this development proposal. The previously described prevention and mitigation measures have been established to minimi7e the long term or cumulative effects of this 16 unit residential project. Mr. Ringwald reported the ongoing public regulatory authority over the project is limited to those agencies who the developer is required to receive approval from prior to commencement of the project. The approval of and compliance with the permit requirements of these agencies will be a condition of the Planned Unit Development. Mr. Ringwald explained the 16 unit residential project in this development proposal is subject to a myriad of ongoing public regulations which have been designed to mitigate the environmental effects of these types of projects. He noted the proposed conditions of approval for this PUD, as recommended by staff and agreed to by the developer, would prohibit future modification to this development proposal without further public input and City Council approval. Mr. Ringwald reported the rules and regulations which apply to this development are based on well established practices by the reviewing agencies to prevent and mitigate the anticipated effects of the development activity. I I. I I I I I I I I- I I I I I I I I- I ARDEN HII ,LS CITY COUNCIL - SEPlEMBER 11. 1995 4: Mr. Ringwald believed the EA W, public comments on the EA W, and responses to those public comments have adequately identified the environmental effects which may be reasonably expected to occur from this 16 unit residential project. The identification of and mitigation procedures for these environmental effects will provide the City Council sufficient information to make an informed decision on this development proposal. Mr. Ringwald indicated the staffwould recommend in the Environmental Assessment Worksheet for the Townhomes of Lake Valentine that: I. The City Council adopt the response to the public comments; 2. The City Council adopt the Findings of Fact; 3. The City Council adopt a negative declaration on the need for an EIS; 4. The City Council authorize staff to distribute the responses to the public comments; and 5. The City Council authorize staff to distribute the decision of the City Council on the need for an EIS. Mayor Probst indicated this is not a Public Hearing, but the Council will allow public comment at this time. He noted comments would be limited to three minutes, to allow the opportunity for all who wish to speak. Mr. Paul Rem, 1670 Glenview Court, presented the Council with information regarding drainage and flooding on the site. He wanted the Council to be informed of the lake levels, he did not believe the EA W addressed this issue. Mr. Rem noted in 11 out of the last 20 years the lake level has been higher than 879.3 feet. And also, three of the past 20 years the lake was at or above 880.6 feet. Mr. Rem expressed concern that these facts were not addressed by agencies commenting on the EAW because the plan included in the EAW was not the current version dated July 17,1995. Further he indicated that the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) had reservations about the sediment basin as shown in the earlier version of the plan, the only one upon which they could base their comments. Mr. Mark Chapin, 3947 Rolling Hills Road, expressed disappointment with the EA W. He felt the information provided in the EA W was not much more than what was previously known. He believed the EA W to be inadequate and urged the Council to postpone their decision until more detailed information could be provided. Mr. Chapin indicated the EA W did not address any of the concerns regarding wildlife. He noted the addition of impervious surface at the nearby elementary school was also not addressed. I I. I I I I . I I .- I . I I . I I Ie I ,AIIDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL - SEPTEMBER 11, 1995 5 Mr. Chapin felt the traffic study was inadequate. He noted the study compared the traffic from this development to 18 single family homes. He believed this was inappropriate because there is no indication that 18 Single Family homes could be built on this site. He also noted the information was based on information from 1993, which is outdated. Mr. Chapin noted the comment period was until August 31, 1995 and urged the Council to postpone their decision until September 25, 1995 to obtain additional information. Mr. Jay Schranlder, 1748 Venus Avenue, noted the EA W was completed prior to the remodeling of Valentine Hills Elementary School. He felt this addition of impervious surface and additional drainage issues should be addressed. Mr. Shrankler indicated if the Shoreland Management requirements are being upheld, the clear cutting of trees would be prohibited. He noted in this proposed development there would be three acres of clear cutting. Mr. Shrankler also urged the City Council to take additional time for gathering information. Mr. Craig Wilson, 1677 County Road F West, expressed concern for EA W, he believed the answers were too brief to the questions proposed by commentators. He noted many residents spent many hours preparing and researching, to comment in an intelligent way, asking pertinent questions only to receive curt answers. Mr. Wilson expressed concern for drainage with the addition of hard surfaces, not only from the development, but also from new surrounding construction such as; the Valentine Hills Elementary School, County Road F, and construction at Bethel College. Mr. Wilson did not feel a comprehensive review of the area had been done in the EA W. He expressed concern that future residents coming to the City would not receive relief when their property is flooded. Ms. Fran Holmes, 1804 Venus Avenue, presented the Council with a memo and information. She noted residents spent quite a bit of time speaking in regard to the Planned Unit Development at the Planning Commission meeting and she felt comments were ignored by the Commission. She encouraged the Council to send the PUD back to the Planning Commission for further review. Ms. Holmes indicated she believed the development should not only be suggested to follow shore1and regulations, but be included in the Shoreland Map. She noted in the Shoreland Management Regulations. "clear cutting trees" is prohibited, yet in this development over 60% of trees will be removed. I I. I I I I I I I I- I I I I I I I Ie I ,MID.EN HILLS CITY COUNCIL - SE~1:EMBER 11, 1995 6 Ms. Holmes expressed concern regarding net density, the Comprehensive Plan, Zoning and Easement in her memo to the Council. Ms. Doris c..nniff, 3946 Glenview, expressed concern regarding that by building on the site those buyers who purchase homes may have problems. She was afraid the City would have to cover the cost, if the development is not successful. Ms. Canniff indicated the residents wish for the area to stay the same. She feels the site is not appropriate for building, but is more of a swamp like or wetland area Mr. Roger Aiken, 4360 Hamline, felt the EA W was inadequate and an EIS was necessary. Mr. Aiken felt pertinent information was not addressed in the EA W, such as; wildlife concerns, traffic, future impact, etc. He did not believe some questions were resolved, such as control of the private road, pipe/culvert responsibilities, etc. Mr. Aiken felt in the Staffs report, they mentioned upholding the Shoreland Requirements, but he believed the minimum lot size of20,000 square feet and 30% density should also be upheld. Mr. Aiken felt the watershed area had been changed, which has not been reviewed. Mr. Aiken urged the Council to delay their decision. Ms. Sharon Turgeon, 1777 Venns Avenue, indicated she had previously addressed the Planning Commission regarding this issue. She felt there should be an archaeological study of the site. She noted the Minnesota Historical Society recommended that a site survey be taken. She believes this site has good potential for unreported properties because it is near a lake and settlements are known to be on hilltops. Ms. Turgeon noted this survey would not be drastic and the cost most likely under $2,000. She felt this issue should be addressed before the hilltop is removed. Mr. Joe V odonik, 1723 Glenview, expressed concern for the lake levels and flooding. He inquired who would take the responsibility should the site flood after development. Hilda Reynold, 1645 Glenview Court, indicated the site flooded twice last year. She noted more trees will be removed and there will be less to absorb the water. Ms. Billie Schacht, 1683 West County Road F, inquired if the property is owned by Mr. Ogren or is the ownership still pending. She also asked if the Council was listening to the comments and concerns of the residents. I I. I I I I I I I I- I I I I I I I I- I ,ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL - SEPTEMBER 11. 1995 7 Mayor Probst indicated it is the Council's understanding that Mr. Ogren has control of the property. Mayor Probst indicated the question before the Council is the adequacy of the EA W. Councilmember Hicks asked about the information provided by Mr. Rem, he inquired as to the significance of 1957 water levels. Mr. Rem indicated this was selected as a typical year. Councilmember Hicks noted the information denoted the levels increasing by .3 inches each year in the last 40 years, where would the expected changes be for the next 40 years. Mr. Ringwald noted there has been a substantial anaount of development over the last 40 years and until the 1980s there were no regulations regarding run off and drainage, he felt this was one of the major factons for the increase in lake levels. He noted now the area is at its highest level of development Councilmember Hicks inquired as to the effect of the Valentine Elementary School. Mr. Ringwald noted the impact is not significant since the run off will flow to the west into Valentine Creek and not into Valentine Lake. Councilmember Hicks inquired why the drainage would be to Valentine Lake and not to Valentine Creek from the proposed development Mr. Ringwald noted the project could provide for a two cell approach with the sediment basin. The ponding would provide water to a historical wetland that is currently not a jurisdictional wetland. Also in providing a connection into Valentine Lake with the piping, through the PUD the City could enforce Shoreland Management requirements. Mayor Probst asked in regard to the traffic analysis, what impact the traffic would have on the road. Mr. Ringwald indicated in general, the entrance to the development is a safe distance from Old Highway 10 and 490 feet from the entrance to Valentine Hills Elementary, therefore there would be no concern regarding access. In regard to increase in traffic flow, the road was designed as an minor arterial and could support the additional traffic. He noted the additional traffic will not be significant. Mayor Probst inquired as to the "clear cutting" of a stand of trees. Mr. Ringwald agreed with the definition given by Ms. Holmes for a stand of trees, but indicated in his assessment the cluster of trees he was referring to will still be within the development. The area to be cleared would be mostly brush and not defined as a stand of trees. Mayor Probst asked if a survey of the vegetation was available. Mr. Ringwald noted there is one, but he did not have it available at the Meeting. Mayor Probst inquired if there is a body of evidence to support an archaeological survey. Mr. Ringwald indicated he did not feel the Minnesota Historical Society provided enough information to warrant a survey, and also noted there are mechanisms available should any remains be found during construction. He noted it is a felony to continue work if any remains are found. I I. I I I I I I I I- I I I I I I I Ie I ,ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL - SE~TEMBER 11~1995 8 Mayor Probst noted there are three options available to the Council; 1) the item could be deferred to a later date, 2) Council could establish the need for an EIS, and 3) the Council could establish no need for the EIS and if so publish the responses to the comments made during public comment of the EA W. Councilmember Aplikowski wished to assure the residents that the Council is listening to the concerns of the citizens, and indicated many hours of reading, meeting and reviewing the issues goes into the Council's decisions. She noted, even though it may at times be difficult for the residents to listen to the Council's actions, they are acting on behalf of the community as a whole. Councilmember Keirn indicated, in her opinion, there are three issues to address; first, the archeological survey, which she believes is not warranted due to lack of evidence, if there were to be a settlement it would have been on the hilltop to the north of the site, which sits slightly higher than the knoll on this site; secondly, there is not an e...nrn..t...d significant increase in traffic from the development; thirdly, the issue of drainage which is still a difficult one, but she indicated many questions can be answered without the EIS. Councilmember Keirn inquired if it was Mr. Ringwald's opinion that the increase oflake level was mostly due to the significant development between the 1950s and 1970s. Mr. Ringwald felt that was a fair statement, the requirements for drainage have changed since the 1970s. Councilmember Malone indicated he has read reports, and listened to comments, and the issue has been a difficult one. He believed the EA W answers all the questions the Council had. He did not see a reason to proceed with an EIS. Councilmember Aplikowski agreed, and felt any additional questions could be answered without an additional study. Councilmember Hicks concurred with Councilmembers Aplikowski and Malone. Mayor Probst inquired if one motion could contain all five requests of staff. City Attorney Filla indicated item number one should contain identification of the memo ofRLK Associates Ltd. MOTION: Keirn moved, and Aplikowski seconded a motion to adopt the responses to the public comments in the report ofRLK Associates, Ltd; adopt the Findings of Fact; adopt a negative declaration on the need for an EIS; authorize staff to distribute the responses to the public comments; and authorize staff to distribute the decision of the City Council on the need for an BIS. The motion carried unanimously (5-0). Mayor Probst noted this issue has been a difficult one, but felt questions had been answered in the EA W and an BIS would not address any additional questions. I I. I I I I I I I I. I I I I I I I I- I ,ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL - SEP.JEMBBRJ 1, 1995 9 City Attorney Filla indicated all information presented to the Council be included in the minutes, those items would be: Environmental Assessment Worksheet pages 1-17; Figures 1-10; Attachments 1-4; Casey comments dated July 10, 1995; Army comments to Ogren dated August 2, 1995; Army comments Grimmestad dated August 2, 1995; Met Council comments dated August 3, 1995; Historical Society comments dated August 14, 1995; Aiken comments August 23, 1995 and attachments; Turgeon comments dated August 30, 1995; Lyons comments dated August 30, 1995; DNR comments August 25, 1995; Lois Rem comments dated August 30, 1995; Paul Rem comments dated August 30, 1995; Holmes comment dated August 30, 1995; Bergly memo dated July 5, 1995; MSA comments dated June 29,1995; Chapin comments dated August 28, 1995; Chapin comments dated August 30, 1995; Staff memo dated September 11,1995; RLK responses dated September 6,1995; Handouts presented at Council meeting September 11, 1995: Turgeon memo dated September 6, 1995 and September 11, 1995; Holmes comments dated September 11,1995; Paul Rem comments dated September 11, 1995. Mayor Probst reiterated that this action was in regard to the EA W only and the Planned Unit Development (PUD) will be addressed at the October 10, 1995 meeting and will require a 4/5 vote of the Council for approval. Mayor Probst also noted the residents have the right to appeal any action of the City Council to the District Court. County Road F Stop Sign Consulting Engineer Terry Maurer briefly reviewed the request for a three way stop sign at the intersection of County Road F and Fairview Avenue. Mr. Maurer analyzed the warrants or justifications for installing a multi-way stop sign at this location. He would recommend against installation if slowing the average speed on County Road F is the only reason for considering a stop sign at this location. However, if additional reasons, such I I. I I I I I I I I- I I I I I I I I- I ,ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL - SEPTEMBER 11, 1995 10 as pedestrian movements crossing County Road F or vehicular traffic trying to enter County Road F from Fairview A venue are present, then the installation could be valid. Mr. Maurer recommended not installing the stop sign. Councilmember Aplikowski indicated she agreed with the engineer, but in talking with residents, they have a difficult time entering County Road F from their drives. She noted if this is the reason, the sign should be located on V alentine Avenue. Councilmember Malone agreed with the engineer's report and indicated he did not feel the sign is necessary. Councilmember Aplikowski inquired if the Sherifi's Department had an opportunity to monitor the speeding problems. Mr. Post indicated he had noticed a patrol presence on County Road F and that the Sheriff's Smart Unit is scheduled to monitor traffic speed on the road later this month. Mayor Probst indicated there is a problem, and if a stop sign helps address this problem, he feels it would be appropriate. He noted there is significant pedestrian traffic across County Road F that would also benefit from the sign. He noted this is an inexpensive, simple way to address the problem. Ms. Ann-Marie Hoelscher, 1750 Gramsie Road, indicated she felt the number one reason she would request a sign is to enable her to leave her driveway in the morning. Ms. Billie Schacht, 1683 W. County Road F, indicated her and her husband observed 305 cars, and 20 buses between 7:00 a.m. and 7:30 a.m. They also noted traffic backed up from Highway 10 to Crystal Avenue. Mr. John Steinglen, 1785 County Road F West, noted if it is a matter of money he would pay. He noted it is his opinion that a sign is necessary and he hopes it does not take loss of human life to convince the Council to do something. Mr. Ken Schacht, 1683 West County Road F, indicated the traffic needs to be controlled. Mr. Craig Wilson, 1677 West County Road F, indicated it was his understanding the stop sign was a suggestion of the Sheriffs Department. He felt this suggestion should be followed. MOTION: Hicks moved, Probst seconded a motion to approve the installation of three-way stop sign at the intersection of County Road F and Fairview Avenue. The motion carried (3-2, with Councilmembers Malone and Aplikowski in opposition.) I I. I I I I I I I Ie I I I I I I I Ie I ,ARDEN_HILLS CITY COUNCIL - SEPTEMBER 11, 1995 11 Councilmember Aplikowski noted her objection was only to the location, not the installation of a stop sign. An unidentified resident indicated it is important for the City Council to remember that speeding is a very important issue near the park. He urged the City to get the assistance of the Sheriffs Department to control the problem. Mayor Probst noted the Staffhas contacted the Sheriffs Department. Ms. Billie Schacht, 1683 West County Road F, indicated the Sheriffs Department had two cars drive through at 8:30 a.m., but by that time the majority of the traffic had already gone. Public Works Ventilation System City Accountant Post indicated due to the increased safety awareness, it has been pointed out by several people, including Don Zehm, a former State OSHA Compliance Officer, that the Maintenance Building is in need of a ventilation/make up air system. Public Works Superintendent Stafford indicated the City solicited bids for a complete job, which would meet all codes and OSHA standards. The job would inelude all plumbing, electrical work, duct work, and carpentry. Mr. Stafford indicated of the four mechanical contractors contacted, three came out and did a complete inspection of our maintenance building. All three returned bids ranging from $12,080 to $23,190. Mr. Stafford indicated Staff recommends the Council approve the bid from Apollo Heating and Ventilating Corporation in the amount of $18,400.00 for a new make up air system for the Public Works Maintenance Building. MOTION: Hicks moved, and Malone seconded a motion to accept bids and award bid to Apollo Heating and Ventilation Corporation in the amount not to exceed $18,400.00 for a new make up air system for the Public Works Maintenance Building. The motion carried nnRnimously (5-0). Mayor Probst indicated he realized the expenditure was large, but noted the City had no choice, safety comes first. Public Works Pickup Purchase City Accountant Post noted the pickup had been budgeted, but this purchase would be above what was budgeted. I I. I I I I I I I I- I I I I I I I Ie I ,ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL - SEPTEMBER 11..J995 q Public Works Superintendent Stafford indicated the purchase would allow for a snow plow which will help in small areas of the City to be plowed, such as alley ways and cuI-de-sacs. Mr. Stafford noted StaffwouId recommend approval of acquisition of the 1995 Ford 3/4 Ton 4x4 with plow package from Superior Ford at a total cost of$21,894.73. MOTION: Malone moved, and Ap1ikowski seconded a motion to authorize the acquisition of the 1995 Ford 3/4 Ton 4x4 with plow package from Superior Ford with a cost not to exceed $21,894.73. The motion carried unanimously (5-0). Midwest A$phalt Pay Estimate Number Two (2), Consulting Engineer Maurer recommended retaining additional money to assure proper action by the contractor in regard to insurance matters that are, as of yet, unresolved. Mr. Maurer noted based upon conversations with the contractor on Wednesday, September 6, 1995, it appears that the three flooded basement claims were to be paid by the contractor's insurance; however, it is unclear as to whether or not all checks have been written or sent Until the City is assured that these and the other two property claims are addressed, it is important to retain this extra amount. Mr. Maurer further recommended tabling action until the next Meeting to draw additional attention to the unsolved issues. MOTION: Aplikowski moved to withhold payment until a later date, the motion failed for lack ofa second. Councilmember Keim noted that Midwest Asphalt is the contractor who did the 1994 parking lot work at Valentine Park and indicated no heavy vehicles shouId be used on the pavement, yet they were the ones to park all of their heavy equipment on the pavement during the County Road F reconstruction. Mr. Craig Wilson, 1677 County Road F West, noted for the Council that a metal cover was placed over one of the manholes, but was not covering the manhole completely. Mr. Maurer indicated it is not uncommon to use metal covers, but it is not appropriate to use the cover for an extended amount of time. He noted he will contact the contractor in regard to this issue. TCAAP Community Development Director Ringwald indicated at the September 9, 1995 meeting of the Reutilization Committee, Arden Hills presented their plan for the Arsenal property. I I. I I I I I I I I- I I I I I I I Ie I ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL - SEPTEMBER 11. 1995 13 , Mr. Ringwald noted although the plan was not directly endorsed, he felt the presentation went well. He indicated the Task Force hopes to present a resolution that will be endorsed at the next meeting of the Reutilization Committee. Mayor Probst commended Mr. Ringwald for his presentation at the Reutilization Committee meeting and noted eight of the ten Task Force members were present. Mayor Probst indicated two plans have been presented, the one from Arden Hills and a plan from the Friends ofTCAAP, he felt the plans were very similar. He noted he hopes the Reutilization will choose a conceptual plan without specifically identifying land use. Mayor Probst indicated the last two meetings of the Reutilization Committee will be held on October 14th and 23rd. ADMINISTRATOR COMMENTS City Accountant Post presented the arlministrator comments due to the absence of Mr. Fritsinger. Mr. Post indicated at the December 28, 1994 Council Meeting, Council authorized Staff to proceed with at $13,856.82 unbudgeted capital item in the Water Fund, this item cousisted of the :first phase of a two phase project. The first phase consisted of replacing the control panels at the booster Station and Femwood (north) water tower. Mr. Post noted Staff indicated that the second phase of the project, including replacement pumps, motors and the control panel at the Red Fox (south) water tower would be evaluated in 1995. Public Works Superintendent, Stafford indicated after working with the Roseville Water Department Engineer they have provide the City with information on how to save money using the updated controls and will now be able to fill the south tower for the :first time since it was built. Mr. Post indicated it is recommended that the Council authorize Connelly Electronics to go ahead with the Telemetry portion of Phase n at the price of about $4,400.00 and eliminate plans for replacing motors, saving approximately $19,000.00 from planned Phase n. MOTION: Malone moved, and Hicks seconded a motion to authorize Connelly Electronics to proceed with The Telemetry portion of Phase n at a price not to exceed $4,400.00. The motion carried unanimously (5-0). COUNCll.. COMMENTS Councilmember Malone indicated the trail near the City Hall was not opposed by the nearby townhome development, but rather they could not afford the expense. I I. I I I I I I I I- I I I I I I I Ie I ,ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL - SEPTEMBER.U,J995 14 Councilmember Aplikowski wished to thank Mr. Jon Hoelscher for the publication of the Town Crier. Councilmember Aplikowski inquired ifpurchasing water from the Arsenal had been investigated. Mayor Probst indicated Staff could further research this, at one time they spoke of giving the water to the City. Council member Malone indicated it had been spoken of previously, but because the supply is not permanent, the water of a lesser softened quality and the offer was for 2 million gallons, the option was passed at that time. Mayor Probst indicated this item could be added to a Worksession agenda. Councilmember Keirn indicated she would not be able to attend the September 21, 1995 Worksession. Mayor Probst noted another committee chair opening and urged Councilmembers to suggest appointments. Councilmember Hicks mentioned the change of the first October regular Council meeting due to Columbus Day. MOTION: Hicks moved and Malone seconded a motion to authorize the change of the October 9, 1995 meeting to Tuesday October 10, 1995 at 7:30 p.m. with the location to be announced. The motion carried unanimously (5-0). ADJOURN MOTION: Malone moved and Keirn seconded a motion to adjourn the meeting at 10:00 p.m. The motion carried unanimously (5-0). ~ City Administrator I Ie I I I I I I I I. I I I I I I I Ie I ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL - SEPTEMBER 11,.J 995 15 NOTICE OF MEETINGS The next regular Council meeting will be held September 25, 1995, at 7:30 p.m., at New Brighton City Hall.