HomeMy WebLinkAbout19890206_regular2/6/89 19 . MINUTES
OF TBE REGULAR HEXTING
EDINA CITY COUNCIL HELD AT
FEBRUARY 6, 1989
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Richards
OF THE
CITY HAXL
at 7:OO p.m.
ROLLCALL Answering rollcall were Members Kelly, Paulus, Rice, Smith and Richards.
CREEK VAILJ5Y FIFTH GRADE WEBEMS WELCOMED
seven boys of the 5th grade Webelos from Creek Valley School.
are working on their citizenship activity badge and that he had met with them
prior to the meeting to answer questions which they had prepared pertaining to our
governmental system.
EHS CONCERT BAND BOOSTER PROMOTES EDINA POPS CONCERT
the EHS Concert Band Boosters, announced that the Edina High School Concert Band
will present the 36th annual Pops Concert featuring vocal and instrumental
highlights from West Side Story. The concerts will be presented at 7:30 p.m. in
the Fick Auditorium on the following nights: February 17, 18, 23, 24 and 25. She invited the Council Members and the audience to attend and continue the loyal .
support the community has given in the years past.
CONSENT AGENDA IT- ADOPTED
Member Kelly to approve and adopt the consent agenda items as presented.
Mayor Richards welcomed and introduced
He said that they
Karen Knudsen, on behalf.of
Motion was made by Member Smith and was seconded by
Rollcall:
Ayes: Kelly, Paulus, Rice, Smith, Richards
Motion carried.
*MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING OF NOVEMBER 21 AND SPECIAL MEETINGS OF AUGUST 18,
SEPTEMBER 9 AND 15. 1988 APPROVED
seconded by Member Kelly to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of November
21 and special meetings of August 18, September 9 and 15, 1988.
Motion carried on rollcall vote, five ayes.
Motion was made by Member Smith and was
PUBLIC HEXRING CONDUCTED ON PERMANENT STREET SURFACING WITH CONCRETE CURB AND
COOPERATIVE CONSTRUCTION AGREEMENT WITH COUNTY AUTHORIZED Affidavits of Notice
were presented by Clerk, approved and ordered placed on file.
Hoffman explained that the proposed improvement of France Avenue is a cooperative
effort between Hennepin County, Edina, St. Louis Park and Minneapolis to
reconstruct France Avenue from West 49 1/2 Street to Excelsior Boulevard.
original project started in 1984 with the Minnesota Department of Transportation
(MNDOT) proposing to improve the street with the participation of the cities.
Edina City Council conducted hearings on the issue in August 1984, January 1985
and in June 1986 when the project plan was approved.
go forward because MNDOT had a lack of funds and the project was cut from the
construction list.
GUTTER & SIDEWALK IMI?ROVEMENT NO. P-BA-286 (PRANCE AVEm): PROJECT APPROVED;
Engineer Fran
The
The
However, the project did not
In 1988, Hennepin County and MNDOT exchanged several roadways in the metro area
and France Avenue became a county road on July 1, 1988. Subsequently, the county
took over project control.
The reason for the present hearing is two-fold: 1) A considerable period of time
has passed from the last hearing and new people now live along the street, and
2) We now have a final cost estimate for the project and are proposing to assess
the normal rate for construction of a county state aid or municipal state aid
street.
The project as originally proposed by MNDOT required a four lane roadway.
City objected and requested and obtained a variance from that requirement.
project as now proposed is for a two lane roadway with one parking lane.
The
The
The
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following information presented in the hearing notice as to street width, parking
restrictions, and sidewalk are a result of a survey conducted by the City of the
residents adjacent to the street.
Parking
Location Existing ProDosed (West Side) Sidewalk
W 49 1/2 St to W 49th St 41.5' 42 ' No Same
W 49th St to W 45th St 43.5 42 I No as
W 45th St to Morningside Rd 41.0' 48 Yes existing
Morningside Rd to W 40th St 33.0' 40 ' No I1
(Business Area) .
Engineer Hoffman stated that in addition to street width, another issue was the
profusion of NSP power poles. Back in the early days NSP provided power by one
overhead line serving two homes.
underground lines.
together with disturbing vegetation to bury the lines it was concluded not to bury
the power lines. In one area, from Morningside Road to W. 42nd Street there are
some extra poles that can be removed.
north of W. 42nd Street in the low area, the plan provides for sewer being byilt
under France Avenue to get to the west side.
The City looked at removing the poles and using
However, that would require re-wiring all the homes and
With regard to the sanitary sewer system
Estimated cost for the eneire project is $1,725,043.02.
construction agreement with Hennepin County would result in the following
splits :
The cooperative
Hennepin County $1,328,700.66
Edina 102,028.80
Minneapolis 227,909.00
St. Louis Park 66,404.56
cost
City
1984, in
MNDOT to
Engineer Hoffman explained that the $102,028.80 in costs allocated to the
basically are construction costs. In the initial stage of the project in
order to get the project off the ground, the three cities had agreed with
do the preliminary engineering work. At that time the City paid Minneapolis
$55,000 for the engineering work they did to get the plans to the point where the
State would supposedly pick it up and go build it. Therefore, the total cost for
the City is estimated at $157,000.00. I I For the Edina portion of the project, the cost split would be funded by special
assessment and municipal state aid funds.
are proposed to be assessed at $20.00 per lineal foot of single family lots,
$30.00 per lineal foot of multiple family property and $40.00 per lineal foot for
commercial. Additionally, it is proposed that the City not assess any properties
that have a rear yard facing France Avenue and properties who are asked to give a
ten foot sidewalk easement from Morningside Road to West 42nd Street.
The properties abutting France Avenue
Engineer Hoffman concluded his presentation by recommending the following action:
1) Re-approve the improvement project, 2) Approve the cooperative construction
agreement for the project with Hennepin County, and 3) Authorize the mayor and
manager to sign the agreement.
the City would inform the County that rights of way, permits and easements
required for construction had been acquired at our expense.
commitments had been made to the property owners upon obtaining such rights of
way, permits and easements and that the County should cooperate with the City to
fulfill those commitments.
Member Smith asked where and when the construction would begin.
explained that the proposal is to start on the south end and work north to W. 44th
Street as the first segment, with W. 44th to Excelsior Boulevard as the second
segment.
days, starting in the middle of May.
He suggested that a resolution be passed whereby
Also, that certain
Engineer Hoffman
The contractor is to have the first segment completed within 25 working
The second segment would be started after
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that.
the construction schedule.
aware of the schedule.
Mayor Richards asked if the 50th and France merchants had been notified of
Engineer Hoffman said that the liaison committee is
Mayor Richards then called for public comment on the project.
4116 France Avenue, asked if the sanitary sewer would be improved from W. 42nd
Street north and also if there would be curbing along the west side of France.
Engineer Hoffman replied that sewer would be constructed under France Avenue from
the east side to the west side and that it should help with the sewer back-up
problems in that area.
Mrs. Fretner asked if the new roadway would have a load limit that would prohibit
18 wheelers.
street and will be built to carry commercial traffic.
Delores Fretner,
Curbing would be constructed along the west side.
Engineer Hoffman explained that it is designed to be an arterial
Richard Deme, 4846 France Avenue, asked if the slope for the driveways would be
changed.
necessary the driveway grades would be improved.
James O'Brien, 4352 France Avenue, suggested a stop sign between Excelsior .
Boulevard and W. 44th Street to slow down the traffic because it was difficult to
get out of the driveways.
handled through the Traffic Safety Committee and that he should request this. be
placed on an upcoming agenda for the committee's recommendation.
said that he would be losing extra land because of the proposed angling of the
street and asked why that was necessary.
were two reasons for the angling: 1) To improve the sight distance for cars
traveling east on Morningside Road at France Avenue, and 2) To provide transition
to the 48 foot street width for the commercial area. Mr. O'Brien said that he had
a lot of landscaping and a new sidewalk and wanted to be sure it would be put back
in kind after the roadway construction.
Kent Dixon, 4709 Meadow Road, explained that the rear of his property abuts
France Avenue and that for the last three years their house has shook from the
traffic on France Avenue.
Engineer Hoffman said that the present roadway from near W. 44h Street south is a
concrete pavement overlaid with asphalt and that the concrete panels have caused
vibrations. The new street will be asphalt and it should improve the situation.
Engineer Hoffman said that the driveway aprons would be replaced and if
Mayor Richards said that this type of request is
Mr. O'Brien also
Engineer Hoffman explained that there
He asked what the Koadway materials are proposed to be.
Glen Eaton, 4324/28 France Avenue, asked if he could get the name of the
contractor so that he could arrange to have his driveway replaced during the
street construction.
Mr. Eaton could contract for his private driveway work.
Engineer Hoffman said that it would be possible and that
Connor Schmid, 4711 Meadow Road, stated that the houses in his block do not face
France Avenue and asked that this be considered in terms of assessment.
Hoffman reiterated that those homes that have rear yards facing France Avenue
would not be assessed. Mr. Schmid also said he was concerned about possible
plaster damage to his house as a result of the vibrations from breaking up the
existing concrete. .
Susan Wahman, 4715 Meadow Road, said she was also concerned about the vibrations.
She asked what the assessment cost would be to have the NSP lines placed
underground.
looked at several times with NSP and they recommended that it not be done because
of the existing wiring and also that the cost would be prohibitive.
Engineer
Engineer Hoffman said he had no estimates of cost, that this was
John Metcalf, property owner of 4228 France Avenue, said he was concerned with the
encroachment of the street onto his property, that he would like to move the house
further back on the property and would like to be assured that he could obtain a
permit to do that and keep the existing basement area a garage/driveway. Engineer
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Hoffman suggested that he contact the Planning Department to see if this would be
permissible.
what he is planning to do complies with all ordinances and that there is a process
that he must follow.
Mayor Richards suggested that if any resident had a specific question regarding
his property that he contact the Engineering Department as to the roadway plan as
it would affect his property.
Mayor Richards cautioned that the City can give no assurances that
No further comments being heard, Member Kelly introduced the following resolutions
and moved adoption:
WHEREAS, Agreement for participation in the construction of County State Aid
Highway No. 17 between West 49 1/2 Street and Excelsior Boulevard, Hennepin County
Project No. 8560, Agreement No. PW 96-11-88, has been prepared and presented to
the City.
WHIBEAS, Plans for Hennepin County Project No. 8560 showing proposed alignment,
profiles, grades, and cross sections €or the reconstruction of County State Aid
prepared and presented to the City.
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS RESOLVED: "hat said Agreement be in all things approved.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED: That the Mayor and Manager are authorized to sign
Agreement No. 96-11-88, Hennepin County Project No. 8560.
RESOLUTION
Highway No. 17, within the limits of the City, as a State Aid Project, have-been 1
REXOLUTION
WHEREAS, Agreement for participation in the construction of County State Aid
Highway No. 17 between West 49 1/2 Street and Excelsior Boulevard, Hennepin County
Project No. 8560, Agreement No. PW 96-11-88, has been prepared and presented to
the City.
WHEREAS, The City at its own expense, acquired all rights of way, permits and/or
easements required for construction of said project as it related to the Edina
side of France Avenue.
WEEREAS, The City made commitments to property owners upon obtaining necessary
rights of way, permits and easements, and understands that such costs shall be
borne by the City.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED: That necessary supplemental agreements and/or
the extent that assures completion of agreements that were reached by the City and
said property owners.
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change orders shall be executed by Hennepin County in cooperation with the City to I
RESOLUTION ORDERING IMPROWMEN!I! NO. BA-286
BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the City of Edina, Minnesota, that this Council
heretofore caused notice of hearing to be duly published and mailed to owners of
each parcel within the area proposed to be assessed on the following proposed
improvement:
PEDUNENT STREET SURFACING WI!CH CURB & GUTTER IKPROVEHENT NO. BA-286
France Avenue from West 49 1/2 Street to North City Limits
and at the hearing held at the time and place specified in said notice, the
Council has duly considered the views of all persons interested, and being fully
advised of the pertinent facts, does hereby determine to proceed with the
construction of said improvement including all proceedings which may be necessary
in eminent domain for the acquisition of necessary easements and rights for
construction and maintenance of such improvement; that said improvement is hereby
designated and shall be referred to in all subsequent proceedings as:
and the area to be specially assessed for a portion of the cost of the proposed
improvement shall include: Lots 1 through 8, Blk 1, Edina Hill Townhouse Add'n;
Lots 1 and 2, 5 through 10, 13 and 14, 16 tbrough 23 and 50, Aud. Sub. 172; Lots
25 through 27, Aud. Sub. 319; Lots 9 through 14, White Oaks 5th Add'n; Lots 1 and
4, Blk 1, and Outlot A, White Oaks Townhouse Add'n; Lots 8 through 13, Blk 20,
P- STREET SURFACING WI!CH CURB. C GUTTER IMPROVEMENT NO. BA-286
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Waveland Park Add'n; Lot 1, Blk 1, Mark Nelson 1st Add'n; bts 1 ~rmgh 5, and 7,
Blk 1, Fairbairn's Rearrangement; Lots 1 through 13, and 79, EcmnZmgsEde AddPn;
Lots A through I, RLS 651; and City of MinneapolZs Wazer bep-e~e, except that
properties having a rear yard facing France AvenGe an& ease properties from
Morningside Road to West 42nd Street who give a tea fooz sidewalk easement shall
not be assessed for the improvement.
Motion for adoption of the resolutions was seconded by Member Smith.
Rollcall :
Ayes: Kelly, Paulus, Rice, Smith, Richards
Resolutions adopted.
*LOT DIVISION APPROVED FOR LOT 1. BLOCK 2. SOUTH EDINA DEVELOPMENT ADDITION
Motion was made by Member Smith and was seconded by Member Kelly to adopt the
following resolution:
WHEREAS, the following described property is at present a single tract of land;
WHEREAS, the owners have requested the subdivision of said tract into separate
parcels (here& called "Parcels") described as follows:
RESOLUTION
Lot 1, Block 2, SOUTH EDINA DEVELOPMENT ADDITION; and
All that part of Lot 1, Block 2, SOUTH EDINA DEVELOPMENT ADDITION, according
to the recorded plat thereof, Hennepin County, Minnesota, described as
follows :
Beginning at the southeast corner of said Lot 1; thence on a assumed
bearing of North 00 degrees 14 minutes 09 seconds West, along the easterly
line of said Lot 1 for 100.00 feet; thence North 18 degrees 11 minutes 57
seconds East, along said easterly line for 47.23 feet; thence South 89
degrees 45 minutes 51 seconds West for 148.64 feet; thence North 45 degrees
14 minutes 09 seconds West for 35.67 feet; thence North 00 degrees 14
minutes 09 seconds West for 37.79 feet; thence South 89 degrees 45 minutes
51 seconds West for 143.93 feet to the westerly line of said Lot 1; thence
South 00 degrees 14 minutes 09 seconds East, along said westerly line €or
146.64 feet; thence South 35 degrees 08 minutes 34 seconds East for 154.42
feet to the southerly line of said Lot 1; thence North 56 degrees 15
minutes 46 seconds East, along said southerly line for 5.00 feet; thence
easterly for 222.69 feet along said southerly line on a tangential curve
concave to the south, radius 377.50 feet and central angle 33 degrees 47
minutes 55 seconds, to the point of beginning; and
All of Lot 1, Block 2, SOUTH EDINA DEVELOPMENT ADDITION, except that part
described above.
WHERJUS, it has been determined that compliance with the Subdivision and Zoning
Regulations of the City of Edina will create an unnecessary hardship and said
Parcels as separate tracts of land do not interfere with the purposes of the
Subdivision and Zoning Regulations as contained in the City of Edina Ordinance
Nos. 801 and 825;
NOW, TIIEREFORE, it is hereby resolved by the City Council of the City of Edina
that the conveyance and ownership of said Parcels as separate tracts of land is
hereby approved and the requirements and provisions of Ordinance No. 801 and
Ordinance No. 825 are hereby waived to allow said division and conveyance thereof
as separate tracts of land but are not waived for any other purpose or as to any
other provision thereof, and subject, however, to the provision that no further
subdivision be made of said Parcels unless made in compliance with the pertinent
ordinances of the City of Edina or with the prior approval of this Council as may
be provided for by those ordinances.
Motion carried on rollcall vote, five ayes.
*HEARING DATE SET FOR PLANNING MATTER
seconded by Member Kelly setting February 21, 1989 as hearing date for the
following Planning matter:
1)
Motion was made by Member Smith and was
Preliminary Plat Approval - Fairview Southdale Addition - BTO Development and
Fairview South Hospital - Generally located east of France Avenue and north
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of West 65th Street.
Motion carried on rollcall vote, five ayes.
PORTION OF SCRIVW ROAD RIGHT OF WAY VACATED
by Clerk, approved and ordered placed on file.
request for vacation of excess right of way for Scriver Road.
property owner on Lot 1, Block 2, Hyland Acres has petitioned the City to vacate
excess right of way adjacent to the subject lot.
a result of the roadway being extended to the west, with the existing cul-de-sac
not being necessary at this location.
request, subject to retaining tttility easement rights for NSP, Rogers Cablesystems
and Minnegasco as requested by the utility companies.
Member Kelly asked if the purpose was to create another buildable lot or to
enhance the property. Terri Groen, Rider, Bennett, Egan and Arundel, said that
she represented the proponents, Douglas R. and Linda Linder. She explained that
the Linders plan to build a single family home on Lot 1. Member Rice asked what
the square footage was of the proposed area to be vacated.
to be approximately 1,000 square feet.
limits lot coverage to 25% and the square footage that would be added by the
vacation would permit a slightly larger house to be built on the lot.
Affidavits of Notice were presented
Engineer Hoffman presented the
He advised that the
He explained that the excess is
Staff would recommend approval of the
Ms. Groen estimated it
She pointed out that the Zoning Ordinance
Mayor Richards called for public comment on the proposed easement vacation.
No comments or objections were heard.
Member Smith introduced the following resolution and moved adoption:
RESOLUTION VACATING
EASEXEXI! FOR STREET PURPOSES
WHEREAS, a resolution of the City Council, adopted the 19th day of December, 1988,
fixed a date for a public hearing on a proposed vacation of easement for street
purposes; and
WHEREAS, two weeks' published and posted notice of said hearing was given and the
hearing was held on the 6th day of February, 1989, at which time all persons
desiring to be heard were given an opportunityto be heard thereon: and m. the Council deems it to be in the best interest of the City and of the
public that said easement vacation be made; and
w€EREAS, the Council has considered the extent to which the vacation affects
existing easements within the area of the vacation and the extent to which the
vacation affects the authority of any person, corporation, or municipality owning
or controlling electric, telephone or cable television poles and lines, gas and
sewer lines, or water pipes, mains, and hydrants on or under the area of the
proposed vacation, to continue maintaining the same, or to enter upon such
easement area or portion thereof vacated to maintain, repair, replace, remove, or
otherwise attend thereto;.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Edina, Hennepin
County, Minnesota, that the following described street right of way is hereby
vacated:
That part of Scriver Road dedicated on the recorded plat of HPLBND ACRES
and now vacated which lies southerly of a line described as follows:
Beginning at the Northwest corner of Lot 1, Block 2, in said plat;
then on a assumed bearing of East, along the North line of said
Lot 1 and its easterly extension, a distance of 36.65 feet; thence
southeasterly, a distance of 36.49 feet, along a tangential curve
concave to the Southwest having a radius of 35.14 feet and a central
angle of 59 degrees 30 minutes 00 seconds, to the easterly line of
said Lot 1 and said line there terminating;
PROVIDED, HOTJEVW, that after due consideration, the Council has determined and
hereby specified that the foregoing vacation shall not affect, and there is hereby
continued, reserved and retained a utility easement and the authority of the City
of Edina and each and every other person or corporation owning or controlling any
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electric, telephone or cable television poles and lines, gas or sewer lines, or
water pipes, mains and hydrants, now in, on or under the above vacated area, to
enter upon the above vacated area to maintain, repair, replace, remove, or
otherwise attend thereto;
The City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to cause a notice of completion
of proceedings to be prepared, entered in the transfer record of the County
Auditor, and filed with the County Recorder, in accordance with Minnesota
Statutes, Section 412.851.
Motion for adoption of the resolution was seconded by Mayor Richards.
Rollcall :
Ayes: Kelly, Smith, Richards
Nays: Paulus, Rice
Resolution adopted.
WRDINANCE NO. 171-A29 (TO CORRECT MINIMUM FEE FOR WATER SERVICE) ADOPTED: SECOND
READING WAIVED
for adoption of Ordinance No. 171-A29 - To Correct Minimum Charge for Water
Service as follows, with waiver of Second Reading:
Motion was made by Member Smith and was seconded by Member Kelly
ORDINANCE NO. 171-829
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 171
TO CORRECT MINIMUM CHARGE FOR WATER SERVICE
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EDINA, MINNESOTA, ORDAINS:
Ordinance No. 171 is hereby amended to read as follows:
ORD. SEC. - NO. - NO. PURPOSE OF FEE/CJURGE AMOUNT
1111 3(B) Water Service Minimum charge of $6.60 per 39d
Section 1. The amount of the following described Fee Number of Schedule A to
FEE NO.
quarter will be made where
water consumption amounts to
less than 1800 cubic feet
Sec. 2. This ordinance shall be in full force and effect immediately upon its
passage and publication.
ATTEST :
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City Clerk
Motion carried on rollcall vote, five ayes.
*BID AWARDED FOR MUNICIPAL POOL FILTERS
seconded by Member Kelly for award of bid for municipal pool filters to
recommended low bidder, Northwestern Power Equipment Company, at $12,582.
Motion was made by Member Smith and was
Motion carried on rollcall vote, five ayes.
*BID AWARDED FOR SEMI-AUTOMATIC HAElD GUNS
seconded by Member Kelly for award of bid for semi-automatic hand guns to
recommended low bidder, Ray O'Herron Company, at $18,350.00.
Motion carried on rollcall vote, five ayes.
Motion was made by Member Smith and was
*BID AWARDED FOR FIVE PASSENGER MINI-VAN
seconded by Member Kelly for award of bid for a five passenger mini-van to Thane
Hawkins Polar Chevrolet at $12,508.00 under Hennepin County Contract #9544.
Motion carried on rollcall vote, five ayes.
Motion was made by Member Smith and was
*BID AWARDED FOR (2) REVERSIBLE SNOW PLOWS & WINGS FOR TRUCKS Motion was made by
Member Smith and was seconded by Member Kelly for award of bid for (2) reversible
snow plows and wings for trucks to recommended low bidder, LaHass Manufacturing &
Sales, Inc., at $14,107.00.
Motion carried on rollcall vote, five ayes.
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*BID AWARDED FOR CUSHMAN TRUCKSTW Motion was made by Member Smith and was
seconded by Member Kelly for award of bid for cusbman truckster to recommended low
bidder, Gushman Motor Company as sole supplier, for $6,600.00. I Motion carried on rollcall vote, five ayes.
*BID AUARDED FOR (10) POLICE TRAFFIC RADAR UNITS
and was seconded by Member Kelly for avard of bid for (10) police traffic radar
units to recommended low bidder, MPH Industries, Chanute KS, at $7,750.00.
Motion carried on rollcall vote, five ayes.
Motion was made by Member Smith
CITY-WIDE RECYCLING PROPOSAL Janet Chandler, Recycling Coordinator, presented the
city-wide recycling proposal stating that it was in answer to Council's request of
January 9 which directed staff to develop a recycling program featuring weekly
pickup of recyclables the same day as garbage pickup using only one vehicle
(single trip) if possible, and containers for those residents who request them.
Staff was also asked to find a way to maximize the funding that would be available
from Hennepin County.
The program would include the following:
1.
2.
3.
Weekly recycling pickup by garbage haulers for their customers, same day
as garbage service (required by proposed ordinance).
Volume based garbage fees to encourage recycling and waste reduction
(required by proposed ordinance).
City contract to pay each hauler for recycling pickup for their
customers.
annual basis.
Recycling Center to remain open through 1989.
Promotion campaign that includes a mailing to each household, and
containers and decals
Alternate Option A: City pay a rebate to recyclers on an
4.
5.
Coordinator Chandler then explained the features and implementation requirements
of the program as follows:
Item #1 - Pickup of Recvclables bv Licensed Garbage Haulers By ordinance, the
City would impose that the garbage haulers must (a) pick up recyclables from their
customers weekly and on the same day as garbage pickup, and (b) submit monthly
recycling tonnage reports. (Ordinance No. 1301, new Sec. 16 Collection of
Recyclables) Council had requested one trip, single truck garbage/recycling
pickup.
limitation of available equipment.
determine feasibility at that time.
recyclables should be required.
Staff does not believe this is feasible at the present time due to the
The issue should be revisited in one year to
Until then, same day service for garbage and
Item #2 - Volume Based Fees
haulers must be structured so as to promote recycling and waste reduction, e.g.
those who have the least amount of non-recyclable garbage would pay the lowest
rate for pickup service. Staff concluded that this would be extremely difficult
to prescribe and would recommend more general standards by ordinance as well as a
requirement that fee structures be submitted for the City's review and approval.
The City may publish fee structures of all haulers so as to promote competition
thereby providing the most advantageous fee structure to the customer.
No. 1301, Sec. 3 - new Sec. 18)
City would require that fees charged by garbage
(Ordinance
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Item #3 - Contracts with Haulers/Countv Funding - Hennepin County presently will
reimburse 80% of program costs.
collection costs, the City must contract for and incur the collection costs.
Staff believes a system can be structured whereby each homeowner would retain the
flexibility of selecting the garbage/recycling hauler and that would also qualify
the City for reimbursement of costs. The City would contract with each licensed
residential hauler and agree to pay that hauler a designated amount per customer
I In order to qualify for reimbursement of
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per month to defray costs of pickup.
per customer per month is a reasonable fee.
resolution of the Council. (Ordinance No. 1301, Sec. 17) (City/Hauler Agreement)
Staff believes that a payment of one dollar
The fee could be changed by
Alternative Option A - City would not pay the hauler a designated amount per
customer per month to defray costs of pickup.
Hennepin County funding to give a direct rebate to each recycler on an annual
basis, e.g. credit on the water bill.
Item #4 - Recycling Center - The Center would remain open through 1989.
at the Center would most likely decrease and staffing would continue on a parttime
basis.
Instead, the City would use
Traffic'
Sunday closing would be enforced.
Item #5 - Program Promotion - Flyers explaining program details, preparation of
materials, volume based fees, containers and the compost program would be sent to
each household. A reduced version giving highlights of the program could also be
given to haulers to include with their customer mailings.
flyer could be included with each container that is delivered.
Hennepin County is planning a promotion for March and April which will benefit'all
recycling programs.
A "How to Recycle"
In addition,
Miscellaneous Ordinance Changes - An amendment is proposed which would make .it a
misdemeanor for anyone other than the designated collector to pick up recyclables.
(Ordinance No. 1001, new Sec. 21) "Recyclables" would be defined and
differentiated from other categories of refuse. (Ordinance No. 711, Sec. 1)
Placement of Recvclables - Placement of recyclables would be as follows:
recyclables shall be stored and placed for collection in containers separate from
refuse and clearly marked or identified as recyclables. Recyclables shall be
placed for collection within 5 feet of the garage and must be visible from the
street or alley. This recommendation would allow some flexibility in placement,
taking into account the variety of house/garage/driveway configurations.
Residents who have alleys could have alley-side pickup. The haulers' concern is
for efficiency in pickup. They have pointed out that time spent in checking out
garages of non-participants would increase their costs. (Ordinance No. 711,
Sec. 1 & Sec. 3)
Containers - Containers are an important part of successful programs and have
practical and promotional functions. The Council directed that the City should
not purchase containers for all residents but make them available for residents
who want them. It was also suggested that decals be made available for residents
to place on their own containers. Staff would recommend that the City purchase a
container for each household and also decals. The haulers would then pick up the
containers and distribute them to their customers who request them.
Hennepin Countv Funding - With the proposed program, the City would be reimbursed
by Hennepin County for 80% of the hauler contract costs, $5 per household for
purchase of containers, and 80% of all other program costs.
. Start-up Date - Staff would recommend that the program begin in May. This would
allow time for preparation of promotional materials and delivery of containers.
The haulers have indicated that would be workable for them also.
Action Recommended - Adoption of Ordinance Amendments Nos. 1301-A4, 1001-A4 and
711-A6. If
Alternate Option A is selected proposed Sec. 17 of Ordinance No. 1301-A4 would be
deleted. Authority to accept bids for containers.
Adoption of a resolution establishing the City payment to haulers.
Summarv of Costs - Net program cost whereby the City would contact with current
haulers is estimated at $144,000 (Hennepin County 80% = $115,200; City 20% =
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$28,800).
$245,150 (Hennepin County share = $182,700; City's share $62,550).
Total container cost is estimated at $101,250 (Hennepin County @ $5 = I t $67,500; City @ $2.50 = $33,750). Total 1989 recycling cost is estimated at
2 8.
Following the presentation, Mayor Richards called for comment from representatives
of Hennepin County, haulers and citizens.
Valerie Varno, 5112 Duggan Plaza, spoke in support of the proposed program and
suggested that the City also involve businesses.
D. L. Tuveson, 4300 Branson Street, said he would like the freedom of choice as to
individual hauler for recyclables.
Jim Utley, 4704 W. 70th Street, said he supported the general concept of the
proposal in terms of weekly pickup, containers, etc. He commented that he was
concerned about the increased pickup costs to the homeowner over current garbage
fees when recyclables are included. Also, he asked how yard waste would be
handled. Coordinator Chandler explained that currently the City requires the
hauler to make separate pickup of yard waste to be taken to a compost site. .
Bob Elliot, Quality Waste Control, said that he was concerned by the requirement
that fee structures be submitted for the City's review and approval. He suggested
that the competitive nature of the hauler business would take care of the issue of
fees.
the backyard would not be out of order.
Also, he said that a charge of $1.20 per month per customer for pickup in
Levering Wood, Recycling Commissioner, asked that the Council not get hung up on
the issue of curbside versus garage pickup of recyclables; that efficiency is the
important factor to consider.
position in supporting a single service provider for recycling pickup.
was concerned about the service level that would be provided by individual
haulers.
He stated that he still felt strongly about his
He said he
Stephen Sando, Recycling Commissioner, said that he had voted for a single hauler
city-wide, but that he now felt comfortable with contracting with individual
haulers with a review of the issue in a year.
Member Paulus commented that after reading the proposal she had reversed her '
preference of individual haulers and would support a single recycling pickup
provider based on several concerns, e.g. that this would be a new field for the
current haulers, that they may not be able to purchase the needed equipment, that
if not successful an individual hauler may not continue pickup, and that it would
result in more traffic on residential streets.
Member Smith stated that he would opt for contracting with individual haulers.
said he hoped that the City would adopt a system that would send incentive money
(County funding) to the residents who recycle, that the monthly rate to residents
who recycle would be structured so that those who have the least amount of garbage
would pay the lowest rate, and that containers for recyclables would not be a
mandatory requirement but that residents could use their own containers on which
they would place a recycling decal.
that the coordinator and staff has done in developing the proposed program.
said that the City needs to move forward in getting a program established that
will motivate residents to recycle.
Member Rice said that he would support contracting with individual haulers, same
day service as garbage pickup, placement of recyclables for pickup within 5 feet
of the garage and visible from the street, and good container or decal as
incentive.
recycling because it is the right thing to do.
He
He expressed his appreciation for the work
He
As to the proposed rebate to residents, he said we should encourage
He said he felt that service costs
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would go up over a period of time and therefore it would be difficult to say how
much any rebate might be.
Member Kelly commented that she felt a single service provider would do a better
job and would make the program easier to administer.
the necessary equipment, know where the markets are for recyclables, and
facilities to hold the material until the market is created and that they will
come up with the ways to re-use the material. Regarding the proposed rebate, she
said she felt that the real "rebate" would be the enhancement of the environment.
As to placement of recyclables for pickup, she said whether it is at the garage or
the curb is not a big issue for her.
the Recycling Center remain open.
The big single haulers have
She added that it was very important that
Mayor Richards said that he would go with a single service provider, that he did
not feel the City needed to provide containers but that it was not a big issue.
He said he felt strongly that recyclables should be picked up at the garage and
also, that he would like it to be a mandatory program.
Attorney Tom Erickson advised that there is a statute that regulates organized.
collection.
then there are certain procedures that must be followed.
of approximately 90 days to get to the point of saying the City is going to.
organize the collection and have it done in a certain manner.
to have independent o'r multiple haulers, it is not looked on as organized
collection and would not be within the statute.
single hauler for the entire City or with a single hauler for a number of
districts of the City then it arguably would be organized collection. He added
that there is a difference of opinion within municipalities and their attorneys as
to whether organized collection applies to household refuse and recyclables.
recommended that if the City goes with the single hauler that we proceed by
following the statute requirement concerning the 90 day period.
Following debate by the Council on the various issues of the proposed recycling
program, Member Kelly made a motion to approve a City-wide recycling pickup
program for R-1 and R-2 Dwelling Unit Districts that would include the following:
If the City would opt for that method for collection of recyclables
It would take a period
If the City decides
If the City contracts with a
He
1) Publish required notice for public hearing on March 6, 1989 to consider
adoption of a resolution for organized collection,
2) Bid process to contract with a single hauler for collection of
recyclables,
3) Recyclables to be placed for collection in the rear of premises to be out
of view of the street, or in the garage,
4) No costs to the residents except through the General Fund,
5) Reimbursement from Hennepin County for all eligible costs to City,
6) No rebate program to residents who participate in program.
Motion was seconded by Member Paulus, who then offered.an amendment to the motion
that the program be mandatory.
Richards.
Motion for the amendment was seconded by Mayor
Ayes: Paulus, Richards
Nays: Kelly, Rice, Smith
Motion for amendment defeated.
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Ayes: Kelly, Paulus, Rice, Richards
Nays: Smith
Mayor Richards then called for rollcall vote on the main motion. .
Member Smith said he voted no because he did not support contracting with a single
hauler.
TRAPPIC SAFETP COMMITTEE MINUTES OF 1/17/89 APPROVED
of the following recommended action list in Section A of the Traffic Safety
Committee Hhutes of January 1, 1989:
Member Kelly moved approval
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1) That "NO PARKING SCHOOL DAYS, 8 AH - 4 PH" signs be installed in front of the
listed residences: 6801, 6805, 6809 and 6813 St. Patrick's Lane;
2) That "3 HOUR PARKING" signs be installed on the wall facings of the north and
west sides of the upper level of Jerry's ramp; and in the lower level for all
areas to the right side of the ramp entrance, including the north, west and south
walls and the two middle parking rows;
3) Add one "HANDICAPPED PARKJXG" space at the west end
of the lower level, adjacent to the existing handicapped parking area.
the first level support columns in the northwest corner, next to Lund's grocery
store.
south ends of all levels of the ramp;
4) That a "STOP" sign be installed at the pedestrian crossing and to place
"CAUTION" signs to alert crossing pedestrians to oncoming traffic on the service
alley that goes from West 51st Street, past the east side of the ramp, and on to
France Averme;
and to acknowledge Sections B and C of the Minutes.
Motion was seconded by Member Smith.
West 49 1/2 Street Ramp:
West 51st Street Ramp: Replace the two missing "HANDICAPPED PARKING" signs on
Blso install "NO PARKING" signs next to the drive aisles at the north and
Ayes: Kelly, Paulus, Rice, Smith, Richards
Motion carried.
RIGHT OF WAY PLAN APPROVAL FOR FRANCE AVENUE (W. 70TH STREET TO MNNESOTA DRIVE)
CONTIN[TED TO 3/6/89
had conducted a public hearing on the proposed reconstruction of France Avenue
from West 70th Street to Minnesota Drive.
from four to six lanes as is the case from the Crosstown Highway to West 70th
Street.
parking resolution for both sides of France Avenue.
Hennepin County has submitted plans for right of way acquisition for portions of
22 parcels along France Avenue.
right of way plan for the project.
reviewed the plan and would recommend approval.
of way of $932,000 will be split by Hennepin County, county state aid and
municipal state aid, and special assessment.
Engineer Hoffman recalled that on March 21, 1988 the Council
The project is to widen France Avenue
The Council approved a preliminary plan for the project and passed a no
The County's request is to receive approval of a
Engineer Hoffman stated that staff has
The costs for purchase of right
Engineer Hoffman explained that approval of the right of way plan for France
Avenue is tied to the next agenda item concerning the proposed Mavelle Drive
street vacation for which staff would recommend a hearing date of March 6, 1989.
Member Kelly made a motion to continue the right of way plan approval for the
France reconstruction to March 6, 1989 to be considered in conjunction with the
proposed Mavelle Drive vacation.
Motion was seconded by Member Smith.
Ayes: Kelly, Paulus, Rice, Smith, Richards
Motion carried.
HEBRING DA'IZ OF 3/6/89 SET FOR MAVEI;tE DRIVE VACATION
that during review of the proposed France Avenue reconstruction it was determined
that one parcel (Collins Interior/Room & Board) loses all of its parking on the
France Avenue side of the site. Hennepin County and City staff have met with the
property owners on several occasions regarding the effects of the France Avenue
reconstruction.
Engineer Hoffman observed
I The objective of the meetings was to review how the site might be reconstructed to
serve all purposes.
the project; the property owners need the parking spaces for the site.
has a significant shortage according to City ordinances.
understand the need to eliminate as many curb cuts from France Avenue as possible
The County and City need the France Avenue right of way for
The site
All parties involved
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for traffic safety, and to restore the site to an equal or better position
following the reconstruction of France Avenue. '
Staff has reviewed the Mavelle Drive right of way as a possible way to restructure
the sites to accommodate all needs.
very few users of the existing Mavelle Drive.
only 77 vehicles drove the entire length of Mavelle Drive (one short block).
those that drove the entire length, only a very few were from the neighborhood.
Engineer Hoffman concluded with the recommendation that the Council conduct a
public hearing on May 6, 1989 to consider vacating Mavelle Drive.
Following discussion, Member Kelly introduced the following resolution and moved
adopt ion :
Traffic counts conducted for a day indicated
After an eleven hour manual count,
Of
RESOLUTION CATLING PUBLIC HEARING ON VACATION OF
OF EASEMENT FOR STREET PURPOSES (MAVET2.E DRIVE)
BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Edina, Hennepin County,
Minnesota, as follows:
1.
street purposes should be considered for vacation, in accordance with-the
provisions of Minnesota Statutes, Sections 412.851 and 160.19:
It is hereby found and determined that the following described easement for
Commencing at the Northeast comer of Lot 1, Block 3, Rearrangement of Blocks
1, 9 and Lot 1, Block 2, Stow's Edgemoor Addition, a recorded plat of
Hennepin County, Minnesota; thence Northerly on an assumed bearing of
North 00 degrees 15 minutes 40 seconds West 60 feet; thence West 200.00
feet; thence Southwest along a curve concave to the Northwest with a
chord bearing of South 18 degrees 00 minutes 40 seconds West, central
angle of 36 degrees 32 minutes 40 seconds, a radius of 179.26 feet 114.34
feet; thence Southwesterly bearing 35 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West
29.03 feet; thence Northeasterly on a tangential curve concave to the
Southeast with a central angle of 55 degrees, a radius of 54.21 feet 52.04
feet; thence East along the North line of said Lot 1 173.96 feet to the point
of beginning and there terminating.
2.
included in paragraph 3 hereof for the purpose of holding a public hearing on
whether such vacation shall be made in the interest of the public.
3. The Clerk is authorized and directed to cause notice of the time, place and
purpose of said hearing to be published once a week for two weeks, in the Edina - Sun, being the official newspaper of the City, the first publication at least 14
days prior to the date of such hearing and to post such notice, at least 14 days
prior to the date of such hearing, in at least three (3) public and conspicuous
places within the City, as provided in Minnesota Statutes, Section 412.851. Such
notice shall be in substantially the following form:
(OFFICIAL PUBLICATION)
CITY OF EDINA
4801W. 50TH STREET
EDINA, MINNESOTA 55424
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
ON VACATION OF EASEMENT FOR STREET PURPOSES
IN THE CITY OF EDINA
HENNEPIN COUNTY, MINNESOTA
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of the City of Edina, Hennepin
County, Hinnesota will meet at the Edina City Hall, 4801 West 50th Street on March
6, 1989, at 7:OO p.m. for the purpose of holding a public hearing on the proposed
vacation of the following street right of way:
This Council shall meet at the time and place specified in the form of notice
I
Commencing at the Northeast comer of Lot 1, Block 3, Rearrangement of Blocks
1, 9 and Lot 1, Block 2, Stow's Edgemoor Addition, a recorded plat of
Hennepin County, Minnesota; thence Northerly on an assumed bearing of
North 00 degrees 15 minutes 40 seconds West 60 feet; thence West 200.00
feet; thence Southwest along a curve concave to the Northwest with a
chord bearing of South 18 degrees 00 minutes 40 seconds West, central
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angle of 36 degrees 32 minutes 40 seconds, a radius of 179.26 feet 114.34
feet; thence Southwesterly bearing 35 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West
29.03 feet; thence Northeasterly on a tangential curve concave to the
Southeast with a central angle of 55 degrees, a radius of 54.21 feet 52.04
feet: thence East along the North line of said Lot 1173.96 feet to the point
of beginning and there terminating. I
All persons who desire to be heard with respect to the question of whether or not
the above proposed street right of way vacation is in the public interest and
should be made shall be heard at said time and place. The Council shall consider
the extent to which such proposed street right of way vacation affects existing
easements within the area of the proposed vacation and the extent to which the
vacation affects the authority of any person, corporation, or municipality owning
or controlling electric, telephone, or cable television poles and lines, gas and
sewer lines, or water pipes, mains, and hydrants on or under the area of the
proposed vacation, to continue maintaining the same or to enter upon such easement
area or portion thereof vacated to maintain, repair, replace, remove or otherwise
attend thereto, for the purpose of specifjring, in any such vacation resolution,
the extent to which any or all of any such easements, and such authority to
maintain, and to enter upon the area of the proposed vacation, shall continue.
BY ORDEX OF THE EDINA CITY COUNCIL
Marcella H. Daehn, City Clerk
Motion for adoption of the resolution was seconded by Member Smith.
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Rollcall :
Ayes: Kelly, Paulus, Rice, Smith, Richards
Resolution adopted.
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GITP TO OPPW FOR PURCHASE OF LOT 9. WJ3ITE OAKS 2ND ADDITION FOR OPEN SPACE
Manager Rosland recalled that at the meeting of December 19, 1988, residents of
the White Oaks neighborhood had asked the Council to consider acquiring Lot 9,
White Oaks 2nd Addition, for open space and ponding of storm water. They were
concerned because a builder has purchased the lot and they did not want to see it
developed.
seller to enforce the purchase agreement.
Board and Engineering Department review the subject lot for their recommendations
on purchase for open space and the effect filling would have relative to
stormwater retention if a home were built on the lot.
Manager Rosland reported that the Park Board has considered the request that Lot 9
be acquired for open space and had referred to the Open Space Report of 1974 as it
concerned the White Oaks area.
available within the Country Club area it should be considered for possible
acquisition for open space or recreation.
space areas in the White Oaks neighborhood - only that a meadow owned by residents
was maintained as open space in the White Oaks area.
consideration the Park Board had moved to table any discussion on the subject
until after the current litigation is settled.
A review of the subject area by the forester concluded that the lot in question
does not contain any hardwoods - the only trees found were small boxelders,
willows, etc. normally found in lowland areas.
that of squirrels in the area.
Engineer Hoffman reported that from the stormwater review staff had concluded that
none of the rainstorm designs they use would cause the adjacent roadways to become
flooded. In a rainstorm event water would rise about 3 feet, plus or minus, and
stay within the confines of the lowland area. The filling of Lot 9 to provide a
building pad would affect the water elevation by approximately one-half foot. The
only case in which staff felt there could be a problem would be a snow melt event
in the winter when the ground vas frozen and water could not seep into the ground.
This could be mitigated with piping and/or pumping. Additionally, he stated that
They reported that presently there is litigation between the buyer and
The Council had requested that the Park
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The report had stated that if any property became
It specifically did not refer to open
After discussion and
The only evidence of wildlife is
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during the severe rainstorm of July, 1987 this area was not a problem area.
concluded that the lot could be buildable Erom an engineering point of view.
to whether is would be cost effective because of the site problems, he said that a
specific proposal has never been presented.
Connor Schmid, 4711 Meadow Road and representing the White Oaks Improvement
Association, referred to his letter of February 3, 1989 stating the position of
the Association relative to the Townes Road marsh area and the acquisition of Lot
9. He noted the following points: 1) Pledges of over $8000 from neighbors have
been received to assist the City in purchase of Lot 9, 2) A probable 12,500 square
foot complementary open space easement dedication from current abutting neighbors,
3) A probable 5,000 square foot complementary ponding easement dedication from
current abutting owners, 4) Avoidance of new storm sewer/pumping expense, 5)
Reduction or avoidance of road repairs due to periodic flooding, 6) Preservation
of the Townes Road entrance area plan of the original developer, 7) Preservation
of the over 50-year status quo area of the marsh, and 8) Avoidance of possible
variance problems or over-crowding of Lot 9 with building mass because of the high
estimated cost of correcting soil conditions and providing sewer access.
stated that the very fact of pending litigation, indicating a dispute over the.
seller's ability to compel Andron's (buyer) acquisition of the site for $75,000
may present an opportune time for the City to explore acquisition of Lot 9 at its
estimated fair market value, which as of January 2, 1988 is at $26,600.
He
As
He
Cliff Code, 4704 Townes Road, stated he had resided there for 27 years and knew
the marsh well. He said he was the pledge seeker, that the responses have been
fabulous and no one has refused to pledge.
over $8,500 towards purchase of Lot 9.
keeping the marsh as it is presently.
Mayor Richards asked the residents what kind of a price should be offered if the
City were to participate.
than $75,000. He said there is substantial evidence that it is worth less than
that.
the lot.
dispute over the property concerning purchase of the lot.
To date he has secured 41 pledges for
He added that everyone was in support of
Mr. Schmid replied that it should be something less
The City Assessor placed a market value of $26,600 as of January 2, 1988 on
He suggested that the City approach the seller and buyer that are in
Member Paulus asked what the City has done in the past on acquiring land for
basically nature/aesthetic purposes.
land at the market price. Krahl Hill was purchased at approximately $320,000
which is a significantly larger piece of land.
fund but the majority came from the Open Space Fund which has been exhausted.
The Hume property along County 18 was considered for purchase with Open Space
Funds but instead the funds were put towards the open space and property
surrounding the Edina Art Center.
by the City as tax forfeited land and cost was incurred in the development of the
stormwater pond on the property.
Mayor Richards asked for clarification on the issue of whether Lot 9 is a
buildable lot according to City ordinances. Planner Larsen explained that if a
proposal to develop the lot were presented that would provide answers and satisfy
staff concerning the engineering and stormwater questions for the lot, then the
City would issue a building permit.
requirements in the Zoning Ordinance.
has demonstrated that it is feasible to build on the lot. If cost is no issue, he
said he felt that the lot could be put into shape and form that would allow a home
to be buiit.
Manager Rosland said that the City has bought
The neighbors contributed to that
The property at 42nd and Kipling was acquired
The lot would also have to meet the size
Engineer Hoffman added that to date no one
Member Smith made a motion to direct staff to prepare a purchase agreement for
purchase of Lot 9 at the appraised value, subject to the requirement that one-half
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of the money vould come from the Uhite Oaks Improvement Association and other
donations. Motion was seconded by Member Rice.
Ayes: Kelly, Paulus, Rice, Smith, Richards
Motion carried.
REPORT GIVEN ON LINK ROAD
the City Council had ordered the reconstruction of Link Road and the closure of
the Eden Avenueflernon Avenue intersection as recommended by the Grandview
Development Plan.
reasons.
Assistant Manager Hughes recalled that on June 1, 1987
He said that the project has not proceeded for a number of
Construction of the improvement requires a relatively large right of way purchase
from the SuperAmeria station. It also requires that SuperAmerica redirect access
to and from the station.
station is located on an unusually small site and the station building is somewhat
obsolete.
difficult to structure an agreement meeting all interests.
Compounding this problem is the fact that the present
Although staff has met several times with SuperAmerica, it has been
He also recalled that staff has met on past occasions with developers interested
in redeveloping the Lewis Engineering, Kunz Oil warehouse and the Edina school bus
garage properties. As part of those discussions, issues have arisen concerning
the Link Road project.
Wash and possibly SuperAmerica in a redevelopment project.
possible, staff would recommend that the design of Link Road should be upgraded
from that approved by the Council.
Some interest has been expressed to include the Wave Car
If such a project were
However, based on what staff understands to date, it may be doubtful that there
will be a larger project in the area that may come along so that the Link Road
construction could be done in the 1989 construction season. Given these factors,
coupled with the relatively slow lease up of Vernon Terrace, staff has not
vigorously pursued the Link Road project ordered by the Council.
Assistant Manager Hughes advised that staff believes we should proceed with the
original project during the 1989 construction season to comply with the spirit of
the City's agreement with the Vernon Terrace developers and the wishes of the
Richmond Hills residents. He added that the Council should be aware that the City
may have to resort to condemnation to acquire the necessary right of way.
However, the Council would have the opportunity to review and accept or reject the
condemnation award.
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Member Smith asked about the traffic light proposed for the intersection that was
a part of the package for the Vernon Terrace project. Engineer Hoffman explained
that the existing intersection is too small to accommodate the traffic light and
that the light is tied into the Link Road project.
the City proceed with the Link Road project so as not to adversely impact Vernon
Terrace.
Member Smith suggested that
Considerable discussion was held by the Council as to whether or not to proceed
with the project as approved by the Council on June 1, 1987.
that staff should move forward with the project.
It was concluded
CITP NOT TO PARTICIPATE IN -PIN COUNTY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CONSORTIUH
Member Smith said that the Mayor had asked him to attend a meeting on January 10
concerning the Hennepin County Economic Development Consortium.
has drafted a mission statement and goals and has invited the City's
participation. No membership dues will be assessed in 1989, but a dues structure
is expected to be established for 1990.
Edina will be assessed lower dues than developing cities.
1989 are not committed to rejoin in 1990.
The Consortium
Apparently, fully developed cities like
Also, cities joining in
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Member Smith said that he had no strong recommendation in that the City has no
land for economic development as do our neighbors.
participate.
participate in the Consortium.
ANNUAL CONGRESSIONAL CITY CONPERENCE
had an interest in attending the Annual Congressional City Conference on March
11-14 in Washington, D.C.
final decision.
He suggested that the City not
Following some discussion it was informally concluded not to
Mayor Richards asked the Council if anyone
He requested that it be put on the next agenda for
ADVISORY BOARDS/COMMISSIONS APPOINTMENT PROCESS DISCUSSED: REAPPOINTMENTS APPROVED
Mayor Richards referred to his suggested procedure that the Council hold
interviews with residents during the year who are interested in being considered
for appointment to advisory boards and commissions. This would give the Council
time to think about the candidates to make sure there is a fair, good cross
section representation on the boards and commissions in advance of February 1 when
terms expire and appointments are made. He advised that Itti Furlong has told him
that she no longer can serve on the Edina Park Board because of time constraints.
Mayor Richards said he would have no problem making reappointments to the boards
and commissions for those members who terms expired February 1.
could deal with the current vacancies by submitting names for consideration..
proposed interview procedure would not be followed for the current vacancies.
Names of candidates on file, the individuals who had sought Council appointment
recently, together with any additional names submitted would together be
considered when filling the current vacancies.
Member Smith made a motion to accept the appointment process as proposed by Mayor
Richards. Motion was seconded by Member Kelly.
Ayes: Kelly, Paulus, Rice, Smith, Richards
Motion carried.
The Council then
The
Motion was made by Member Kelly, for consent of the Mayor's reappointment of
individuals to advisory boards/commissions/committees as follows: Community
Development and Planning Commission (3 year term to 2-1-92) - John Bailey, Gordon
V. Johnson, Geoffrey Workinger; Edina Park Board (3 year term to 2-1-92) - James
R. Fee and William M. Lord; Board of Appeals and Adiustments - (3 year term to
2-1-92) James H. Bentley; Building Construction Appeals Board (3 year term to
2-1-92) Quentin A. Collins and Eugene P. Palmer; Human Relations Commission - (3
year term to 2-1-92) Patricia Llona, Judith Semsch and Nancy Atchison; Recycling
Commission (2 year term to 2-1-91) Virginia Bodine, Nancy Grimsby and
C. Levering Wood; Community Health Services Advisory Committee
2-1-91) Dr. Sharon Aadalen, Holly Branch, Virginia McCollister, Effie McKerson and
Dr. Walter Wilder; Edina Art Center Board (3 year term to 2-1-92) Arthur H. Dickey
and DeLores Paul. Motion was seconded by Member Smith..
(2 year term to
Ayes: Kelly, Paulus, Rice, Smith, Richards
Motion carried.
Mayor Richards announced that appointments to the Heritage Preservation Board and
to fill current vacancies would be on the Council agenda for February 21 and that
any additional candidate names should be submitted promptly.
COUNCIL LIAISON ASSIGNMENTS TO BOARDS/COMMISSIONS TO BE DISCUSSED
referred to the 1988 list of Council liaison assignments to the various advisory
boards and commissions and suggested that the present Council Members advise the
Manager's office of their preferences to be included in the Council packets for
discussion at the February 21 meeting.
liaisons to the advisory boards and commission was really necessary or desirable.
Mayor Richards asked that the subject be placed on the February 21 Council agenda
for further discussion.
Mayor Richards
The Council also briefly discussed whether
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COUNCIL OAR OF UPCOMING DATES NOTED
the following dates on their calendars:
Mayor Richards asked the Council to note
I Thursday, March 9 - Council Orientation - 1:30-4:30 p.m. - Manager's Conf. Rm.
Saturday, March 11 - Strategic Planning Retreat - 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m. - Braemar
Tuesday, March 21 - Annual Dinner Meeting - 6:OO p.m. - Braemar Clubhouse
Friday, April 21 - Edinamite Party - 6:OO p.m. - Edinborough Park
Monday, April 24 - Board of Review - 5:OO p.m. - Council Room
Tuesday, April 25 - Volunteer Recognition Reception - 5:OO p.m. - Braemar
Clubhouse
Clubhouse
WORARY 3.2 ON-SALE BEER LICENSE APPROVED FOR ST. PATRICK'S CWRCH Motion was
made by Member Smith and was seconded by Member Kelly to approve issuance of a
temporary 3.2 on-sale beer license to St. Patrick's Church for March 12, 1989.
Motion carried on rollcall vote, five ayes.
CORNELIA PARK ACTIVITY EXPLAINED Member Smith asked about the vehicle activity at
the Cornelia Park parking lot.
Hospital had asked permission for staff to park their cars in the Cornelia parking
lot during the current construction on their campus.
transported to and from the hospital by a shuttle service and use the temporary
shelter while waiting for the bus.
of $1,000 in appreciation.
Manager Rosland explained that Fairview Southdale
The employees are
The hospital has made a donation to the City
LETTERS FROM RESIDENTS NOTED Mayor Richards referred to the following letters
residents :
Verne 0. Phelps, 5101 W. 70th Street - Concerning response he had from
Hennepin County regarding ragweeds.
James E. Toepel, 4622 Arden Avenue - Concerning !'speed traps" on W. 50th
Street
Larry Laukka - Reporting on opening of sales office for Centennial Lakes
housing.
99 interested prospects.
Madeline Habighorst, 5801 Brookview Avenue - Requesting discount for seniors
at municipal swimming pool.
Richard G. Taplin, 4904 Aspasia Lane - Requesting larger size units
and expressing concern about the lack of elevators in the Centennial Lakes
housing units. (Referred to Developer)
(Referred to Police Department for response)
During the first two days the count was over 250 individuals with
(Referred to Park Department for response)
PROPOSED LEGISLATION FOR PUBLIC TRANSIT SYSTEM TO BE INTRODUCED
reported on the proposed legislation concerning the public transit system planned
Manager Rosland
for the southeast area of the City which will be introduced in the legislature by
Senator Don Storm and Representative Mary Forsythe. He explained that it follows
the present state laws regarding public transit systems and special service
districts.
and Senate in the next few weeks.
Staff feels that it will move relatively smoothly through the House
PROPERTY TAX INFORMATION PRESENTED TO COUNCIL Manager Rosland stated that the
1989 real estate taxes on Edina homes have increased dramatically from 1988.
referred to rate and tax charts which had been included in the Council packets
together with some examples of increases and a proposed news release which
includes an announcement of a special property tax refund. The purpose of the
news release is to make citizens aware that they may be eligible for the $250
rebate. Member Rice commented that he felt the news release was confusing and
that the staff should take another look at it before it is released.
He
Manager Rosland also passed out information on cities in Minnesota having over
10,000 in population and listing 1987 figures on revenues and expenditures,
including the per capita expenditures for each city. He noted that Edina is at
2/6/89 3 7%
$320.28 per capita and in comparison with surrounding communities Edina is
operating in a relatively sane position.
CLAIMS PAID Motion was made by Member Smith and was seconded by Member Kelly for
approval of payment of claims as per pre-list dated 2/6/89:
$189,092.46, Art Center $2,928.50, Golf Course Fund $16,541.89, Recreation Center
Fund $247,724.08, Gun Range Fund $54.04, Edinborough Park $15,004.27, Utility Fund
$252,781.40, Storm Sewer Utility $1,669.45, Liquor Dispensary Fund $3,898.74,
Construction Fund $28,968.40, Total $758,663.23; and for confirmation of payment
of Claims dated 12/31/88: General Fund $410,634.56, Art Center $1,165.95, Swimming
Pool Fund $316.21, Golf Course Fund $3,898.77, Recreation Center Fund $10,141.78,
Gun Range Fund $501.72, Edinborough Park $9,390.36, Utility Fund $22,583.81, Total
$499,775.19 and second Claims list dated 12/31/88: Liquor Dispensary Fund
$206,276.87.
General Fund
Motion carried on rollcall vote, five ayes.
There being no further business on the Council Agenda, Mayor Richards declared the
meeting adjoined at 10:48 p.m.
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City Clerk