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Home My WebLink About2000-02-16 MINUTESREGULAR MEETING COTTAGE GROVE CITY COUNCIL February ?6, 2000 OPEN FORUM — 7:15 p.m. Open forum provides a person an opportunity to inform the Council of a problem or to request information related to City business noTscheduled for Council action and on the Agenda. Mayor Denzer encouraged persons to Iimit their remarks to two (2) minutes per issue. Present: Mayor John Denzer Council Member Pat Rice Council Member Cheryl Kohls Council Member Sandy Shiely Council Member Jim Wolcott Also Present: Ryan Schroeder, City Administrator Elizabeth Johnson, Finance Director Jim Kinsey, Public Safety Director Bob Long, City Attorney, Kennetly & Graven Jerry Bourdon, City Engineer, BRAA Les Burshten, Public Works Director Michelle Wolfe, Asst. City Administrator There were no open forum issues. CALL TO ORDER The City Council of the City of Cottage Grove, Washington County, Minnesota held a regular meeting on Wednesday, February 16, 2000, at the Cottage Grove City Hall, 7516 80' Street South. Mayor Denzer called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. RO�L CALL Present: Mayor John Denzer Council Member Pat Rice Council Member Cheryi Kohls Councii Member Sandy Shieiy Councii Member Jim Wolcott Also Present: Ryan Schroeder, City Administrator Elizabeth Johnson, Finance Director Jim Kinsey, Public Safety Director Bob Lo�g, City Attorney, Kennedy & Graven Jerry Bourdon, City Engineer, BRAA �es Burshten, Public Works Director Michelle Wolfe, Asst. City Administrator John McCool, Senior Planner Mayor Denzer presided over the meeting. RegularMeeting—Pebruary 16, 2000 Cottage Grove City Counci/ Page 2 ADOPTION OF AGENDR MOTION BY WOLCO'1'f, SECONDED BY KOHLS, TO APPROVE THE FINAL AGENDA. MOTION CARRIED. 5-0. PRESENTATIONS John Conzemius, District Representative, presented information regarding the Metropolitan CounciPs recent approval of Livable Community Demonstration Account grants, Cottage Grove was awarded a grant of $150,000 for the �angdon Square Planning Project. Mr. Conzemius thanked the Council for their cooperation in achieving this grant. APPROVAI OF MINUTES No minutes were prese�ted for approval. CONSENT CALENDAR Council amended Item M to indude the $4,000 Budget Carry-Forward for the. Great Grove Get Together as a part of the contribution from the Gambling Contribution Fund. MOTION BY WOLCOTT, SECONDED BY SHIELY, TO: A. ACCEPT AND PLACE ON FILE THE FOLLOWING MEETING MINUTES: i. ECONOM6C DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF JANUARY 11, 2000. B. ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 00-23, ADOPTING 1999 TO 2000 BUDGET CARRY FORWARDS. C. ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 00-24, AMENDING THE 1999 GENERAL FUND, THE 1999 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FUND AND THE 1999 ICE ARENA FUND BUDGETS. D. AWARD 2000 AND 2001 SATELLITE RENTAL CONTRACT TO RENT "N° SAVE PORTABLE SERVICES. E. ADdPT RESOLUTION NO. 00-25, AUTHORIZING ISSUANCE OF PREMISES PERMIT TO THE COTTAGE GROVE ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION FOR CLASS A GAMBLWG EVENTS AT FANTASY CRUISE BfNGO HALL, 8200 HADLEY AVENUE SOUTH, CONDITIONED ON COMPLIANCE WITH ALL STATE AND LOCAL REGULATIONS RELATING TO GAMBLING. F. ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 00-26, APPROVING FINAL PAYMENT IN THE AMOUNT OF $24,113.89 TO HYDROCON, INC. ON THE PINE FOREST 3 ADDITION UTILITY AND STREET IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT. G. ADOPT RESOLUTJON NO. 0027. APPROVING FINAL PAYMENT IN THE AMOUNT OF $39,283.14 TO HYDROCON, WC. ON THE PWE FQREST 4 ADD1TION UTILITY AND STREET IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT. H. REAPPOINT THE FOLLOWING COMMISSIONERS FOR TWO-YEAR TERMS COMMENCING MARCH 1, 20d0 AND ENDING FEBRUARY 28, 2002: HISTORIC PRESERVATION — GARY GO�USKY AND TINA VALEK; HUMAN SERVIGES/HUMAN RIGHTS — BRUCE SCHMIDT AND GRACE KRUMM; PARKS, RECREATION & NATURAL RESOURCES — DIANE FREDRICKSON; RegularMeeting—February 16, 2000 Cottage Grove City Council Page 3 PUBLIC SAFETY, HEALTH & WELFARE — WILLIAM SCHMIDT, DONALD STROM AND MATfHEW TROM; PUBLIC WORKS — BOB EDDY AND TIM MATHISON. i. APPOINT DENNIS ACKERMAN AS CHAIR AND MARK RUDEK AS VICE-CHAIR OF THE PUB�IC SAFETY, HEALTH AND WELFARE COMMISSION FOR 2000. J. PASS ORD/NANCE N0.675, AMENDWG CHAPTER 2 OF THE COTTAGE GROVE CITY CODE RELATING TO COMMISSIONS. K. ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 00-28, GRANTING A VARIANCE TO SECTION 28-64(B) OF THE CITY'S ZONING ORDINANCE TO REDUCE THE MINIMUM REAR YARD SETBACK REQUIREMENT ALONG THE FLUME IN THE INDUSTRIAL PARK. L. APPROVE CHANGE ORDER NO. 5 BETWEEN THE CITYAND TOWER ASPHALT FOR THE RELOCATION OF TRUNK SANITARY SEWER AND STORM SEWER AT A COST OF $164,388.50 FOR THE 80 STREET PROJECT. M. APPROVE CONTRIBUTIONS FROM THE GAMBLWG CONTRIBUTION FUND FOR 2000, AS RECOMMENDED IN THE REPORT FROM CITY CLERK CARON STRANSKY. N. PASS ORD/NANCE N0.676 AMENDING CHAPTER 7 OF THE COTTAGE GROVE CITY CODE RELATING TO EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT. MOTION CARRIED. 5-0. RESPONSE TO PREVIOUSLY RAISED OPEN FORUM ISSUES PUBLIC HEARWGS A public hearing was held to consider the proposed street improvements in the 2000 Pavement Management Project in the Highlands neigtiborhood. Mayor Denzer opened the public hearing for comments from the audience. Donald Peters, 8400 66t Street South, expressed his concem regarding the section of 66` Street that passes in front of his residence. He stated that he anticipates backtracking to extend the repairs in the future and he fears that his property will be charged twice for assessments, now and again in the future. Council Member Wolcott assured him that he would not be assessed twice. City Engineer Dave Hanson detailed the fifth year of this seven-year program. He discussed gas mains proposed by NSP Gas and the restoration involved. He outlined the project schedule, with work projected to begin April 19, 2000 and end September 15, 2000. Mayor Denzer closed the public hearing. MOTION BY WOLCOTf, SECONDED BY RICE, TO ADOPT RESOLUT/ON NO. 00-29, ORDERING THE 2000 PAVEMENT MANAGEMENT-HIGHLANDS IMPROVEMENT PROJECT AND AUTHORIZING BONESTROO, ROSENE, ANDERLIK AND ASSOCIATES TO PREPARE THE PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS. MOTION CARRIED 5-0. RegularMeeting—February 16, 2000 Cottage Grove City Council Page 4 BID AWARDS MOTION BY WOLCOTT, SECONDED BY RICE, TO AWARD THE BID FOR THE PURCHASE OF FIVE (5) 2000-MODEI CHEVROLET IMPALA SQUAD CARS TO GROSSMAN CHEVROLET IN THE AMOUNT OF $19,226.35 PER VEHICLE, FOR A TOTAL BID OF $96,131.75. MdTION CARRIED. 5- 0. UNFINISHED AND NEW BUSINESS Residential Development — Ken and John Tschida Wayne Tower, Pioneer Engineering, introduced a proposed residential development of 117 acres located west of Hadley Avenue between the westetly extension of 95` and Y00` Streets. Mr. Tower asked that Council consider extending sanitary sewer to serve the area. He also asked guidance to move forward. He explained the zoning of the area, most of which is proposed to be zoned as an urban residential district for singie family, townhouses and senior housing. He presented exhibits demonstrating future roadway mapping, walking trail networks, environmentally sensitive aieas, and pond areas. Developer John Tschida of Kingsborough Homes expiained the proposal for single-family housing. He described it as very similar to the Sandy Hilis �eighborhood. He stated that home values wouid be in the range of $225',OOO to $300;000, and those homes wouid be predominantly2-story; 3-4 bedroom homes with brick, stone, and stucco exteriors. Council discussed traffic flow and sewer requirements. Council Member Shiely stated that while the development looked promising, a Comprehensive Plan amendment was necessary to address sewer issues before the project could be seriously considered. Richard Hanson, Realife, Inc., presented information on senior housing proposed for the area. He explained the history and philosophy behind Realife and its goals for providing housing opportunities for seniors. He described successful projects that Realife has brought to other metro areas. Council Member Kohis described a proposed unit in the Realife project, clarifying the nature of a typical floor plan and the financiai structure of the cooperative corporation. Mr. Hanson outlined the targeted income levels for the proposed project and described the demographics of other Realife residences. He stated that the Realife Mounds View project was similar to the project currently before Council. He welcomed Council to tour that project. Council discussed changes to the Comprehensive Plan; as this project lies within a transition zone. Setbacks and lot sizes were discussed. Council Member Kohls pointed out that while the Comprehensive Plan included no provision for development in the southwest side of Cottage Grove, she perceived that we now had significant projects to consider: She referred to this discrepancy as "accidental planning." She expressed concern for the cost of sewer pipe and impact on the schools. Floyd Ott, reai estate consultant, spoke of the need to "change with the times" and consider the rapidiy changing population demographics. He stated, "You have to go where the peopie want to go" and referred to satisfying a public need. He said that if the land is appropriate, then it is necessary to carry these projects to fruition in order to meet the needs of the populus. Council discussed costs of building sewer lines for ail proposed development and how this large project wiil affect future growth of the City. Mr. Ott clarified that, for this particular development, the Regular Meeting —February 16, 2000 Coftage Grove City Council Page 5 utilities are already conveniently located for easy extension and drainage will occur naturally off the bluff, without the cost of additionai lift stations. Ken Tschida, developer, stated that this project has a natural flow and makes sense in this location. He expressed his wiliingness to reexamine trunk lines and street planning to fit Council's vision. He emphasized his belief that this project meets a very real need in the community. He stated that his team is sirnply asking for sewer availability to continue developing this very worthy project. Mayor Denzer stated that Councii requires a lot more information before they can provide direction to Mr. Tschida on this project. Council directed staff to provide information on land ownership and an acreage breakdown for vacant land currently i� the MUSA and proposed in the new MUSA areas. Councii Member Shiely requested a copy of Mr. Hanson's demographic data. Council Member Kohis requested estimated costs for ail potential infrastructure projects that may be needed as the result of urban development in the southwest area of the community. RESPONSE TO PREVIOUSLY RAISED COUNCIL COMMENTS AND REQUESTS Council received a report from Public Safety Director Jim Kinsey regarding noise associated with the 3M Trap Shooting Range. No action taken. COUNCII. COMMENTS AND REQUESTS Council Member Kohls expressed support toward the purchase of thermal imaging equipment for the Fire Department, and stated that the firefighters themselves have donated $700 toward its purchase, which speaks to its value in their work. She commented that residents may donate as well, and they may send their donations to 7516 80` Street South, Cottage Grove. PAY BILLS MOTION BY WOLCOTT, SECONDED BY RICE, TO APPROVE PAYMENT OF CHECK NUMBERS 111702 TO 111906 TOTALING $449,839.70. MOTION CARR(ED. 5-0. ADJOURNMENT MOTION BY WOLCOTT, SECONDED BY RICE, TO ADJOURN THE REGULAR MEETING AT 9:34 P.M. MOTION CARRIED. 5-0. Respectfully submitted, Caron M. Stransky City Clerk CMC Lori Amundson TimeSaver Secretarial i J