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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCC 05-27-1986 .. -. ~ MINUTES OF REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING Village of Arden Hills Tuesday, May 27, 1986, 7:30 p.m. Village Hall Call to Order Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, Mayor Woodburn called the meeting to order at 7:32 p.m. Roll Call Present: . Mayor Robert Woodburn, Councilmembers Dale Hicks; Nancy Hansen, Thomas Sather Councilmember Gary Peck Public Works Supervisor Robert Raddatz, Clerk Administrator Charlotte McNiesh, Deputy Clerk D~rothy Zehm Approval of Minutes Sather moved, seconded by Hicks, that the minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of May 12 be approved as submitted. Motion carried unanimously. (4-0) Absent: Also Present: Business from the Floor None. REPORT OF VILLAGE ENGINEER DONALD CHRISTOFFERSEN Absent Glenview Avenue Storm Sewer Council was referred to Engineer's report of June 6, 1979 relative to drainage problem reported at Glenview Avenue and' Glenview Court, and to Council action taken 6/25/79. Council acknowledged, after discussion of a recent complaint, that the drainage situation should be resolved. Hicks moved, seconded by Sather, that Council authorize the City Engineer to study the drainage and give Council his recommendations to alleviate the problem. Motion carried unanimously. (4-0) Public Safety/Works Committee Recommendations Council was referred to minutes of Public Safety/Works Committee meeting of 5/15/86. Purchase of Jetter with Truck and Snow Plow Truck Raddatz explained that the 1970 Jetter was found to be in good shape, for its 17+ years, by Mcqueen Equipment; noted that its estimated trade-in value is $10,000; cost of new Jetter is estimated at $55,000; noted that the only rust inside is apparently where it has been welded; reported that, when purchased by Arden Hills in 1977, cost was about $10,000. In discussion, Raddatz explained that the 1970 Jetter runs on two engines; new Jetter would run on one engine: reported that the Public Safety/Works Committee r~commends purchase of a new Jetter at this time while City can still recoup the cost of the 1970 Jetter; estimated useful life of Jetter at 10 to 15 years; estimated time of delivery of a new Jetter at 5 to 6 months. . Raddatz reported that the snow plow truck he proposes to purchase is smaller than the budgeted truck, but will better fit the City's need at this time; estimated the cost of the smaller truck at $45,000 (larger truck at $54,000); reported the truck/hoist/plow to be replaced is about 10 years old. Hicks moved, seconded by Sather, that Council authorize advertisement for bid for jetter/truck and snowplow truck as described. Motion carried unanimously. (4-0) Street Li~ht Format Paul Malone referred Council to an amended draft of proposed insert for the Town Crier explaining the purpose of the street light survey, and to a revised version of the proposed survey card. Minutes of Regular Council Meeting, May 27, 1986 Page 2 In discussion, it was noted that the narrative, as modified, including the underlining in the third paragraph, very adequately describes the situation. It was suggested that it might be useful to know where people want lights and where they are not wanted, possibly adding a line or two on the card for signature. The anticipated percentage of response was queried. Malone said they anticipate a high response; noted survey card will be postage paid; reported the Committee proposes to make phone calls if 35% or more do not respond. The general concurrence was tqi't a uno response" means "not interested". .. .",.. Council concurred to amend the third sentence of paragraph ~of the narrative to read: "...so part of the operating cost will likely reduce . other services currently provided." Hicks moved, seconded by Sather, that Council approve the opinion survey narrative and return card, as modified. Motion carried (Hicks, Sather, Hansen voting in favor of the motion; Woodburn voting in opposition). (3-1) Letter from North Oaks re Fire Contract Council was referred to rough draft of letter proposed by Councilmember Hansen, to be sent to Fire Chief Dan Winkel. After discussion, McNiesh was requested to send letter, as modified, to Fire Chief, and copies thereof to North Oaks and Shoreview. Letter from Shoreview re South End Fire Station Council was referred to McNiesh's memO (5/19/86) re Fire Protection Needs Study. After discussion, Hicks moved, seconded hiring of Bill Quirk as a consultant to of $25/hour for an estimated 120 hours. by Sather, that Council authorize the study Arden Hills' fire needs at a cost Motion carried unanimously. (4-0) Council concurred that Shoreview be advised of Council's action to hire a consultant, anticipating information in approximately 30 days, after which Arden Hills will respond to Shoreview re the proposed south fire station; if Shoreview needs a response before that time, Shoreview should make its decision without Arden Hills. Preliminar Discussion - Additional Lake Johanna Controls Council was referred to McNiesh's memo 5 15 86 re Lake Johanna Controls, and letter from Ramsey County Engineer Ken Weltzin (5/8/86), and excerpt from City of New Brighton Code, Article III, Long Lake Surface Use. After discussion, Hansen moved, seconded by Hicks, to refer Sections 19-35 and 19-39 of the New Brighton Code to Attorney Lynden, and authorize Lynden to draft similar sections amending the Arden Hills Code (Section 12) providing for the closing of the lake surface of Lake Johanna by the Mayor, and including exemptions. Motion carried unanimously. (4-0) Hicks moved, seconded by Hansen, to request DNR to consider construction of an adjustable weir for the purpose of annual Lake Johanna shoreland management. Motion carried unanimously. (4-0) Public Safety/Works Committee Resi~nation , Hansen moved, seconded by Sather, to accept the resignation of Kevin Rautio from the Public Safety/Works Committee. Motion carried unanimously. (4-0) McNiesh was requested to express Council's appreciation for his service to the City. Status Report - Karth Lake Pumpin~ Raddatz reported that the pumping has progressed with no problems to date; reported the lake is down 12" to 13" (5 days, including 1" rainfall); estimated . .. . Minutes of Regular Council Meeting, May 27, 1986 Page 3 it will require close to 12 days of pumping to reach the 934' level. McNiesh reported receipt of an objection to the generator noise, especially over the Memorial Day weekend. It was reported that the Karth Lake Homeowners Association will discuss the issue of a permanent solution to the lake level problem and report their recommendations to the City Council. It was noted that 3 or 4 non-lske residents have stated that they receive no benefit from the pumping and should not be assessed; 3 residents on the lake did not want the lake pumped. . Park Dedication Payment Schedule - Northpark Business Center Council was referred to letter of May 16, 1986 re Park Dedication Fees, Northpark Business Center, expressing reluctance to any change to their current park dedication fee agreement. Council accepted letter - took no action. Finance Committee Appointment Hicks moved, seconded by Sather, to ratify the Mayor's appointment of Thomas Steele as a member of the Finance Committee for the remainder of 1986. Motion carried unanimously. Other Business Ed~ewater Estates Council was referred to memo (5/20/86) from Zehm notifying Council of the re-siting of the apartment building 30 feet to the east. Excess Land - Twin Cities Army Ammunition Plant Council was referred to letter from Department of the Army (5/16/86) advising that the 25 acres (Area A) has been withdrawn from excess. REPORT OF VILLAGE CLERK ADMINISTRATOR CHARLOTTE MCNIESH Report on Investment Transactions (Treasurer Lamb absent) $502,754.15 at Twin City Federal at 6.51% interest, to mature 9/15/86. $1,066,633.33 invested in Treasury Bill to mature 11/13/86 at 6.274% interest (effective rate) at Kidder Peabody. $100,000.00 at American Savings, Stockton, CA @ 7.8% interest (interest paid monthly) to mature 5/20/87. $596,085.22 at Twin City Federal at 6.71% interest, to mature 6/19/86. 5/14/86 - 5/15/86 - 5/20/86 - 5/20/86 - Sather moved, seconded by Hansen, to ratify the investments as reported. Motion carried unanimously. (4-0) Approval of Retail Sales and Rubbish Hauler Licenses Hansen moved, seconded by Hicks, that Council approve the retail sales license for L & T Tailer (Arden Plaza) and the Rubbish Hauler License for Waste Management (commercial hauler), Motion carried unanimously. (4-0) . Resolution No. 86-27, Apportionment of Assessments Relatin~ to Impr. Nos. Street 81-2, Water 67-1. and Storm Sewer 83-2 - Everest Investments II Sather moved, seconded by Hicks, that Council adopt Resolution No. 86-27, APPORTIONMENT OF ASSESSMENTS RELATING TO IMPR. NO. STREET 81-2, WATER 67-1, AND STORM SEWER 83-2. Motion carried unanimously. (4-0) Claims Hicks moved, seconded by Hansen, to approve the Claims as submitted. Motion carried unanimously. (4-0) LJVFD Benefit Association Meetin~. May 29 McNiesh reported that Councilman Peck may have a conflict. Hansen volunteered to attend the meeting. Property at Glenpaul and New BriRhton Road Dale Eickelberg inquired about condition of property at the corner of Glenpaul and New Brighton Road, which is overgrown with tall grass and weeds; reported windows are broken, house looks abandoned and is wide open; property is an . ~ Minutes of Regular Council Meeting, May 27, 1986 Page 4 eyesore and a nuisance. McNiesh reported that she received a call from the owner advising they are renovating the interior; asked the City to cut the grass and trim bushes, and bill cost to them. McNiesh to refer matter to Deputy Sheriff to determine whether house should be boarded up. McNiesh said she'd get quotes for the yard clean-up, cost of which will be certified to the County for collection with property taxes, if not paid. Union Ne~otiations - Status Report The Council meeting was closed for Council discussion on status of union negotiations. . Adjournment Hicks moved, seconded by Sather, to adjourn at 10:15 p.m. Motion carried unanimously. (4-0) r2iM~#i~~ Charlotte McNiesh Clerk Administrator ~~~~ oDert L. Woodburn Mayor Notice of MeetinR The next Regular Council Meeting will be held on Monday, June 9, at 7:30 p.m. at the Village Hall. .