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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2006-08-09 MINUTESREGULAR MEETING COTTAGE GROVE CITY COUNCIL August 9, 2006 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 not scheduled for Council action and on the Agenda. Mayor Shiely encouraged persons to limit their remarks to two (2) minutes per issue. Present: Mayor Sandy Shiely Council Member Myron Bailey Council Member Karla Bigham Council Member Mark Grossklaus Council Member Pat Rice John Perkins, 10723 Lehigh Road South, stated his support for a subject to be brought before the August 24 Planning Commission regarding a two-block move of a house from 7008 Lamar Avenue South. He said surveys have been completed, letters sent and the move is part of a Cottage Grove United Church of Christ project, which would save the church $7,000. There being no additional speakers, the Open Forum was closed at 7:17 p.m. CALL TO ORDER The City Council of the City of Cottage Grove, Washington County, Minnesota, held a regular meeting on Wednesday, August 9, 2006, at the Cottage Grove City Hall, 7516 80t Street South. Mayor Sandy Shiely called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. ROLL CALL Present: Mayor Sandy Shiely Council Member Myron Bailey Council Member Karla Bigham Council Member Mark Grossklaus Council Member Pat Rice Also Present: Ryan Schroeder, City Administrator Howard Blin, Community Development Director Les Burshten, Public Works Director Corrine Thomson, City Attorney Craig Woolery, Public Safety Director Mayor Shiely presided over the meeting. Regular Meeting — August 9, 2006 Cottage Grove City Council Page 2 ADOPTION OF AGENDA Mayor Shiely deleted item 4.0 from the agenda in that it is a duplication of Item 4.Q. Council Member Grossklaus requested that item 2.D. under Presentations be moved to 2.A. MOTION BY RICE, SECONDED BY BAILEY, TO APPROVE THE AGENDA AS AMENDED. MOTION CARRIED 5-0. PRESENTATIONS A. Consider Approvinq the Appointments of Randy McAlister and Michael Coffey to the Position of Police Serqeant MOTION BY BIGHAM, SECONDED BY RICE, TO APPROVE THE APPOINTMENTS OF MICHAEL COFFEY AND RANDY MCALISTER TO THE POSITION OF POLICE SERGEANT. MOTION CARRIED 5-0. City Administrator Schroeder administered the Oaths of Office to Randy McAlister and Michael Coffey, and the Public Safety Director expressed his personal congratulations. B. Presentation bv South Washinaton Countv School District 833 Superintendent Tom Nelson. Tom Nelson, South Washington District 933 Superintendent of Schools, reported an annual City population growth rate of 1-3% and referenced reasons for the need of a new high school as well as replacement of an outdated mechanical system at the secondary schools and technology improvements, all of which will be on the September 12 Primary Election ballot. He noted the reasons being: 1) cramped space in elementary grades, 2) accommodation of upcoming sixth graders who are ready for higher-level choices and curriculum, and 3) current air quality problems in the schools which are 30-50 years old. He noted that three questions which will be on the ballot: 1) $107 million for a new high school and equity improvements, 2) $42 million for replacement of inechanical systems, and 3) $1 million for ten years for technology. In addition, Nelson noted the expected tax impact on the community as being, as examples, $100 annually for a home valued at $200,000, $151 for $300,000, and $201 for $400,000. Mr. Nelson then thanked the Council for the opportunity to address them. C. Overview of activities by Code Enforcement Interns David Boguslawski and Ben Pierson. Community Development Director Blin introduced interns Ben Pierson and David Boguslawski. The interns described their work during the summer concerning community development code enforcement and planning issues. They said their work involved verifying and rectifying violation complaints from May 11 through August 8, totaling 408 letters Regular Meeting — August 9, 2006 Cottage Grove City Council Page 3 (136/month), resolving 289 cases (71 %). Residential issues included parking area improvements, exterior storage, yard waste, improper storage of vehicles, trash containers, composting, and building permits. Commercial issues included temporary signs, window signs, and dumpster enclosures. Messrs. Boguslawski and Pierson reported that they have created a grass-roots program, the goal of which is to provide residents of need with a list of group contacts who are wiling to assist with various tasks such as yard, work and general property maintenance and include local Boy Scout groups, Girl Scout groups and church youth programs. They then described their planning report, in which Mr. Pierson had recommended deck Variance #V- 036 for approval to the Planning Commission and Mr. Boguslawski had recommended a conditional use permit for the Steward dog kennel at 9435 Kimbro Avenue South. They thanked City staff for their support and indicated it had been a valuable experience. Mayor Shiely said she was impressed with their presentation and that they have done a wonderFul job for the City. Council Members expressed their appreciation and wished them good luck. D. Presentation bv Horticulture Interns Laura Huser, Seth Ristow, Alana Shambow, and Mindv Walter. Mayor Shiely introduced interns Laura Huser, Seth Ristow, Alana Shambow, and Mindy Walter. The interns described their backgrounds and details of their City summer projects, which included 80 Street, 14 park signs, Woodridge, Highlands pond, maintenance of existing horticulture displays, plant data collection, trail entrance containers, Jamaica open space, and Kingston memorial garden; and cited their recommendations. They reported that they have suggestions for next year's interns, including field trips, plant references, drawing supplies, 80 Street plant replacement, and designated computer. Mayor Shiely stated she was pleased with the presentation and the jobs done over the summer. Council Members expressed their appreciation and wished them good luck. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A. June 7, 2006. Reqular Meetinq Mayor Shiely stated that the minutes stand approved as presented. CONSENT CALENDAR Council Member Bigham pulled items H and K for discussion. She inquired about the previous year's activity for item H(write-off of $1,553 in unpaid accounts receivable invoices billed out for Police Department lockout services). Regular Meeting — August 9, 2006 Cottage Grove City Council Page 4 Finance Director Hedberg responded that they have expanded efforts to attract people down up to two years prior but the collection agency hadn't been able to locate their whereabouts. Council Member Bigham then inquired about the square footage for the structure that is going to be removed in item K(conditional use permit with variance to allow 3,451 square feet of accessory structures and construction of a 42-foot by 60-foot table that is 22 feet high at 76106 Lamar Avenue South). Applicant Richard Gaalswyk, 7160 Lamar Avenue South, responded that he believed the size to be 25 x 30 feet and gave a background of the request for the conditional use permit, adding that the new building would straddle the old building and parts of the old building would be retained. MOTION BY BIGHAM, SECONDED BY BAILEY, TO ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 06-126, APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT WITH VARIANCE APPLICATION OF RICHARD GAALSWYK TO ALLOW 3,451 SQUARE FEET OF ACCESSORY STRUCTURES AND CONSTRUCTION OF A 42-FOOT BY 60-FOOT STABLE THAT IS 22 FEET HIGH AT 7160 LAMAR AVENUE SOUTH. Mayor Shiely inquired as to whether horses, other than those owned by the applicant, would be stabled at the facility, noting that additional requirements would be needed that was the case. Mr. Gaalswyk responded that only his horses would be stabled at the site. Mayor Shiely referenced item P(conditional use permit to allow a do boarding kennel at 9435 Kimbro Avenue South) and inquired as to whether the pictures of the dog kennel was already constructed. Development Community Director Blin responded that it was under construction and there is no problem with it, as only a for-profit would need a conditional use permit. UPON VOTE BEING TAKEN, MOTION CARRIED 5-0. MOTION BY RICE, SECONDED BY BAILEY, TO: A. ACCEPT AND PLACE ON FILE THE FOLLOWING MINUTES: NONE. B. ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 06-127, REQUESTING WASHINGTON COUNTY TO AUTHORIZE THE COMMISSIONER OF TRANSPORTATION TO PERFORM A SPEED STUDY TO DETERMINE THE REASONABLE AND SAFE SPEED LIMIT OF 70 STREET SOUTH BETWEEN TH 61 AND HINTON AVENUE SOUTH. C. REMOVED FROM AGENDA. D. ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 06-128 DESIGNATING THE CITY ADMINISTRATOR Regular Meeting — August 9, 2006 Cottage Grove City Council Page 5 AS PERSONNEL OFFICER FOR THE CITY OF COTTAGE GROVE AND DELEGATING AUTHORITY OVER CERTAIN POSITIONS. E. MOVED TO ITEM 2.A. F. ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 06-129 ESTABLISHING WAGES FOR PART-TIME AND TEMPORARY EMPLOYEES, REPEALING RESOLUTION 04-099. G. ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 06-130, APPOINTING ELECTION JUDGES FOR THE SEPTEMBER 12, 2006, PRIMARY ELECTION AND NOVEMBER 7, 2006, GENERAL ELECTION. H. APPROVE THE WRITE-OFF OF $1,553.00 IN UNPAID ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE INVOICES BILLED OUT FOR POLICE DEPARTMENT LOCKOUT SERVICES. ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 06-131 CALLING FOR A PUBLIC HEARING ON SEPTEMER 6, 2006 REGARDING THE ISSUANCE OF REVENUE BONDS TO FINANCE A PROJECT FOR SENIORS ON BEHALF OF PHM COTTAGE GROVE, INC. J. ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 06-132 AUTHORIZING THE CITY ADMINISTRATOR TO ACQUIRE A PARCEL OF LAND FROM MN/DOT FOR THE APPRAISED VALUE OF $90,000 AND SELL IT TO HOLIDAY COMPANIES FOR THE SAME VALUE PLUS ATTORNEY'S FEES. K. REMOVED. ACTION ON ITEM TAKEN SEPARATELY. L. ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 06-133, APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO AMERICAN MOTOR SPORTS BAR AND GRILL'S CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO ALLOW AN EXPANSION OF THEIR RESTAURANT AND A VARIANCE TO PARKING REQUIREMENTS AT GROVE PLAZA. M. AUTHORIZE THE REFUND OF A PREPAYMENT OF ASSESSMENT TO MATT REIMANN. N. RECEIVE INFORMATION ON THOMPSON GROVE TRAFFIC CONTROL CHANGE UPDATE. O. ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 06-134, AUTHORIZING THE PREPARATION OF A FEASIBILITY REPORT FOR JAMAICA AVENUE RECONSTRUCTION FROM CSAH 20 TO CSAH 22. P. ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 06-135, APPROVING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT APPLICATION OF ALLEN STEWART TO ALLOW A DOG BOARDING KENNEL AT 9435 KIMBRO AVENUE SOUTH. Q. ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 06-136, APPROVING THE FEASIBILITY REPORT, ORDERING THE PROJECT, AUTHORIZING THE PREPARATION OF PLANS AND Regular Meeting — August 9, 2006 Cottage Grove City Council Page 6 SPECIFICATIONS, AND AUTHORIZING THE PREPARATION AND ACQUISITION OF EASEMENTS FOR THE EAST RAVINE NEIGHBORHOOD 1 TRUNK SANITARY SEWER EXTENSION PROJECT. R. RECEIVE THE 2007 SOUTH WASHINGTON COUNTY TELECOMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION PROPOSED BUDGET. MOTION CARRIED 5-0. RESPONSE TO PREVIOUSLY RAISED OPEN FORUM ISSUES A. Response to Open Forum Discussion at Julv 16, 2006, City Council Meetinq Re ay rding Peter Thompson Park. Council Member Bigham reported that the mowing and water issues were resolved and expressed appreciation to staff for the improvements. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. Hold the Public Hearinq and Consider Authorizinq Issuance of an On-Sale Wine Intoxicatinq and On-Sale 3.2 Beer License to Alan Hui and Yuen Pinq Hui, DBA Ho King Restaurant, 8711 East Point Douqlas Road. MayorShiely opened the public hearing at 8:55 p.m. There being no speakers, Mayor Shiely closed the public hearing at 8:56 p.m. MOTION BY RICE, SECONDED BY BIGHAM, TO AUTHORIZING ISSUANCE OF AN ON- SALE WINE INTOXICATING AND ON-SALE 3.2 BEER LICENSE AND SALE OF STRONG BEER TO ALAN HUT AND YUEN PING HUI/DBA HO KING RESTAURANT, 8711 EAST POINT DOUGLAS ROAD. MOTION CARRIED 5-0. B. 1. Hold the Public Hearinq on an Amendment to the Cottage Grove United Church of Christ's Conditional Use Permit to Allow an Addition to their Building and Parking Lot at 7008 Lamar Avenue South. 2. Consider Approvina the Amended Conditional Use Permit for Cottaqe Grove United Church of Christ. Mayor Shiely asked the Community Development Director if he had additional comments on the subject. Community Development Director Blin responded that they were adding a 5,700 addition to church, requiring some site improvements including relocating driveways and had no concerns, noting that the Planning Commission recommends approval of the applications. Mayor Shiely opened the public hearing at 8:57 p.m. John Perkins, 10723 Lehigh Road South, said that for 2-1/2 years he and the Church Council have taken steps to turn the church around, hired a youth minister and worked with Regular Meeting — August 9, 2006 Cottage Grove City Council Page 7 architects and committee members to put plans together to update the church and now needs a conditional use permit. He said he was asking the Council to approve an amendment for the conditional use permit and thanked them for their attention. Elaine Mitchell, 8401 79 Street South, said she has been a resident of the City for 35 years and a member of church for 33. She said she was looking forward to the growth of the City, loved the church, and looked forward to expanding it, nurturing members of community through outreach and fellowship. There being no speakers, Mayor Shiely closed the public hearing at 9:00 p.m. MOTION BY BIGHAM, SECONDED BY GROSSKLAUS, TO ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 06-137, APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE COTTAGE GROVE UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST'S CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT, TO ALLOW AN ADDITION TO THE BUILDING AND PARKING LOT. MOTION CARRIED 5-0. C. 1. Hold the qublic hearing on the requested vacation and discontinuance of certain drainaae and utilitv easements on property known as Lot 1. Block 1, Summerhill Crossing. 2. Consider approvinq the vacation and discontinuance of certain drainage and utilitv easements. Community Development Director Blin highlighted the application of MSP/RYGH Summerhill Commercial, LLC to vacate and discontinue certain drainage and utility easements on property located on Lot 1, Block 1 of Summerhill Crossing. He noted that staff has no objection to the application. Mayor Shiely opened the public hearing at 9:03 p.m. There being no speakers, Mayor Shiely closed the public hearing at 9:04 p.m. MOTION BY RICE, SECOND BY BIGHAM, TO ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 06-138, VACATING AND DISCONTINUING CERTAIN DRAINAGE AND UTILITY EASEMENTS ON ON LOT 1, BLOCK 1, OF SUMMERHILL CROSSING. MOTION CARRIED 5-0. D. 1. Hold the Public Hearinq on a Variance from Title 9-8-8, Off-Premises Advertisinq Signs, and Title 9-8-5F. Prohibited Signs, to Allow an Off-Site Siqn for the Gatewav North Commercial District Monument Sign, and Title 9-8-13 Freestandinq Siqns to Allow US Bank to have Additional Freestanding Siqnaqe and 35 Square Feet of Copv and Graphic Area at 7200 80 Street South. 2. Consider Approving the Variances. Mayor Shiely asked for staff and/or Council comments. Community Development Director Blin displayed photos and reported that the sign requires a variance but matches signs and would complete the four corners of that area. Council Member Bailey inquired about the retaining wall and said he thought the original plan was to have it replaced. Regular Meeting — August 9, 2006 Cottage Grove City Council Page 8 Community Development Director Blin responded that it is still the plan and the keystone wall resembles the others in the Gateway North Commercial District. Mayor Shiely opened the public hearing at 9:07 p.m. There being no speakers, Mayor Shiely closed the public hearing at 9:08 p.m. MOTION BY GROSSKLAUS, SECONDED BY BAILEY, TO ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 06- 139, GRANTING A VARIANCE FROM TITLE 9-8-8, OFF-PREMISES ADVERTISING SIGNS, TITLE 9-8-5F, PROHIBITED SIGNS, AND TITLE 9-8-13 FREESTANDING SIGNS TO ALLOW THE SHARED USE GATEWAY NORTH COMMERCIAL DISTRICT MONUMENT SIGN TO BE LOCATED ON THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF 80 STREET AND HARDWOOD AVENUE. MOTION CARRIED 5-0. : � • �-� A. Consider Adopting a Resolution Awardinq the Bid for the CP Rail-Heminqway Avenue Project to Ryan Contractinq in the amount of $1.600,774,92. MOTION BY BIGHAM, SECOND BY BAILEY, TO ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 06-140, AWARDING THE BID TO RYAN CONTRACTING IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,600,774.92. MOTION CARRIED 5-0. UNFINISHED AND NEW BUSINESS A. Consider Ratifying the EDA Actions Approvinq Development Aqreements Between the EDA and Kappa Properties LLC, and the EDA and Blue Vessel LLC. Mayor Shiely asked for staff and/or Council comments. City Administrator Schroeder reported that both were on the EDA agenda and approved. He said the investment would be recovered within a six-year period. MOTION BY GROSSKLAUS, SECONDED BY BAILEY, TO RATIFY THE EDA ACTIONS APPROVING DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENTS BETWEEN THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY AND KAPPA PROPERTIES LLC, AND THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY AND BLUE VESSEL LLC. MOTION CARRIED 5-0. B. Consider Approvinq a Comprehensive Plan Amendment to Expand the MUSA 5"' Addition on Burr Oak Cove; A Zoning Amendment to Chanqe the Zoning Classification; and a Preliminary Plat for Oak Cove, Consisting of 12 Sinqle-Family Lots and Outlots Mayor Shiely asked for confirmation that four separate resolutions were being sought. Community Development Director Blin responded that was correct and presented a brief Regular Meeting — August 9, 2006 Cottage Grove City Council Page 9 overview pf the Oak Cove Addition and stated that the Planning Commission has reviewed is recommending approval of the applications of Summit Ridge Two Company. Applicant Brad Gonyea described the first phase of the project, with an attempt to save trees. He said he'd read through the staff reports and recommendations. Mayor Shiely asked for staff and/or Council comments. Mayor inquired about the 24" storm sewer pipe in adjacent Hidden Oaks and whether owners had been notified. Community Development Director Blin responded that they had been notified. Mayor Shiely said there had been insufficient feedback from neighborhood meetings and/or the Planning Commission. Council Member Bigham said she agreed, thought there was insufficient feedback, and asked that the subject be tabled to the next Council meeting to allow time to read the Planning Commission minutes. Council Member Grossklaus asked if there was access to Outlot A relating to recent issues. City Engineer Levitt responded that the easement on the storm pipe to the west is sufficient if needed to do any maintenance in that area. Council Member asked Mr. Gonyea if tabling the issue was an issue for them if the item was tabled. Mr. Gonyea responded that it was not an issue. MOTION BY BIGHAM, SECONDED BY MAYOR SHIELY, TO TABLE TO THE NEXT REGULAR MEETING (SEPTEMBER 6, 2006) THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT TO EXPAND THE MUSA BOUNDARY AND TO CHANGE THE LAND USE OF PROPERTY LOCATED SOUTH OF TIMBER RIDGE 5 ADDITION ON BURR OAK COVE; A ZONING AMENDMENT TO CHANGE THE ZONING CLASSIFICATION; AND A PRELIMINARY PLAT FOR OAK COVE, WHICH WOULD CONSIST OF 12 SINGLE FAMILY LOTS AND OUTLOTS. MOTION CARRIED 5-0. C. Consider a Variance to Allow an Addition at 8841 Upper 80' Street Circle South to be Setback 10 feet from the Rear Property Line when 35 Feet is Reauired. Mayor Shiely stated that the report was difficult to follow, as the recommendations of the Planning Commission and Saff were confusing. Community Development Director Blin said it was confusing because the recommendations were split, with the Planning Commission recommending a denial and staff recommending approval because of the unusual shape of the lot. He displayed a photo of the subject in question and described the property. Regular Meeting — August 9, 2006 Cottage Grove City Council Page 10 Mayor Shiely invited the applicant to address the Council. Allen Gallas, 8841 Upper 89 Street Circle South, said he and his wife want to be able to expand their house for their children's needs as well as vehicle storage and stated their lot is oddly shaped. Mayor Shiely invited anyone else to address the Council. John Glenn, 8850 Upper 89 Street Circle, said he supported the variance because it would keep an excellent family in Cottage Grove and asked the Council to approve the variance. Council Member Grossklaus asked Mr. Glenn if the variance would lower the value of his property, Mr. Glenn responded that he felt it would add value instead, showing a desire for neighbors to invest in the neighborhood. Council Member Bigham expressed appreciation to the Gallas' for their effort to ask neighbors to write letters and share concerns. MOTION BY BIGHAM, SECONDED BY BAILEY, TO ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 06-141 GRANTING A VARIANCE FROM TITLE 11-9D-5A, DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS IN THE R-3, SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT, TO ALLOW CONSTRUCTION OF AN ADDITION AT 8841 UPPER 89 STREET CIRLCE SOUTH, 10 FEET FROM THE REAR PROPERTY LINE WHEN 35 FEET IS REQUIRED. MOTION CARRIED 5-0. D. Consider approvinq a site plan review for a 42,336 square-foot building for ICHOR Creative Stone, which would be located in the industrial park on the west side of Heminawav Avenue. north of 100 Street and south of 97 Street. Community Development Blin described the location and site plan, stating that the plan would buffer commercial area from residential on the west side. He said the Planning Commission asked for more landscaping, more trees on the south side, and approved the plan. Craig Moss, Vanguard Construction, 2350 White Cliff in St. Paul, said he represented ICHOR Creative Stone, and said the owner has gone to great lengths to incorporate her product in the front elevation of the building and showed an illustration. Owner Sara Westall said she was excited to come to the City and has been working hard on the design, especially with the growth and expansion of the City. Mayor Shiely asked for staff and/or Council comments. Council Member Rice said he would appreciate a tour of the site once it was up and running. Mayor Shiely said the product and final design appeared to be exciting. Council Member Bailey commented that he liked the building concept of broken-up front Regular Meeting — August 9, 2006 Cottage Grove City Council Page 11 facades, which add character to the industrial park. Council Member Bigham said the number of employees was very good and she thought it was a good project. MOTION BY RICE, SECONDED BY GROSSKLAUS, TO ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 06- 142, APPROVING A SITE PLAN REVIEW FOR A 42,336 SQUARE FOOT BUILDING FOR ICHOR CREATIVE STONE, WHICH WOULD BE LOCATED IN THE INDUSTRIAL PARK ON THE WEST SIE OFHEMINGWAY AVENUE, NORTH OF 100 STREET AND SOUTH OF 97 STREET. MOTION CARRIED 5-0. RESPONSE TO PREVIOUSLY RAISED COUNCIL COMMENTS AND REQUESTS NONE. COUNCIL COMMENTS AND REQUESTS Mayor Shiely said she'd been approach by a couple of residents about their concern regarding the 80 Street and Jamaica Avenue street light situation. Public Safety Director Woolery responded that he would check into it. Mayor Shiely reported that County Commissioner Myra Peterson had come up with a creative plan to help nonprofits in the Cottage Grove, St. Paul Park, and Newport area. She said it was an event called "Heart of the County" scheduled for October 1 in which City Mayors and others would participate in a fundraiser. Mayor Shiely invited interested residents to obtain information by calling 458-0923 or call Sue at River Oaks Golf Course. Council Member Bailey said he had a question about litter and adequate receptacles along the trails befinreen Kingston Park and Indian Boulevard. Public Works Director Burschten responded that receptacles had just been placed. Council Member Bailey suggested that the receptacles be chained or others be considered that are more attractive. Council Member Bigham expressed appreciation to participants of National Night Out. She also expressed concern about inadequate landscaping maintenance at Office Max. Community Development Director Blin responded that Office Max corporate people had said they planned to do all new landscaping and would get an update. Council Member Bigham asked that Office Max be given a timeline to make the improvement. Mayor Shiely reported on litter she noticed along the northbound entrance ramp from Jamaica Avenue South onto TH 61 North. Public Works Director Burschten responded that the State is responsible for maintenance and that is may be more noticeable now because the grass was mowed, allowing litter to show more clearly. PAY BILLS MOTION BY RICE, SECONDED BY BAILEY, TO APPROVE PAYMENT OF CHECK NUMBERS 146080 TO 146343 IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,279,471.18. MOTION CARRIED 5-0. Regular Meeting — August 9, 2006 Cottage Grove City Council Page 12 WORKSHOP SESSION — OPEN NONE. WORKSHOP SESSION — CLOSED NONE. ADJOURNMENT MOTION BY BIGHAM, SECONDED BY BAILEY, TO ADJOURN THE MEETING AT 9:42 P.M. MOTION CARRIED 5-0. Respectfully submitted, Mary Heintz TimeSaver Off Site Secretarial, Inc.