1989-06-1391
June 13, 1989
MINUTES - MOUND CITY COUNCIL - JUNE 13, 1989
The City Council of Mound, Hennepin County, Minnesota, met in
regular session on Tuesday, June 13, 1989, at 7:30 P.M., in the
Council Chambers at 5341 Maywood Road, in said City.
Those present were: Mayor Steve Smith, Councilmembers Andrea Ah-
rens, Liz Jensen, Phyllis Jensen and Skip Johnson. Also present
were: City Manager Edward J. Shukle, Jr, City Clerk Fran Clark,
City Attorney Curt Pearson, City Engineer John Cameron, Building
Official Jan Bertrand, Finance Director John Norman, Sewer &
Water Superintendent Greg Skinner, Street Superintendent Geno
Hoff and the following interested citizens: Jack Cook, Ruth
Gray, Mr. & Mrs. Jack Mateffy, Gerald Henke, John Taffe, Mike
Mueller, Jr., Dave Feerhusen.
The Mayor opened the meeting and welcomed the people in atten-
dance.
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
MINUTES
Councilmember Jensen made the fo7
24, 1989, Board of Review Minutes:
3. PID #14-117-24 31 0024 -
The Assessor recommended
MOTION made by Smith to
over the 1988 valuation.
second.
.lowing corrections to the May
DUANE NORBERG. 6015 ASPEN.
no change - $85,500
adjust to an increase of 4.4%
The motion died for lack of a
MOTION made by Jensen, seconded by Ahrens to accept the
Assessors recommendation as stated. The vote was 4 in
favor with Smith voting nay. Motion carried.
12. PID #14-117-24 34 0019 - HOWARD ORN, 6057 LYNWOOD.
The Assessor recommended no change - $102,800.
MOTION made by Smith, seconded by Johnson to adjust to
an increase of 4.4~ over 1988 valuation. Motion failed
with 1 in favor and Ahrens, Jensen, Jessen and Johnson
voting nay.
MOTION made by Jensen, seconded by Johnson to approve the
minutes of the May 23, 1989, Regular Meeting as submitted
and the May 24, 1989, Reconvened Board of Review as amended.
The vote was unanimously in favor. Motion carried.
CERTIFICATE OF APPRECIATION - AMERICAN LEGION POST #398
The Mayor read the following Certificate of Appreciation:
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"The City Council of the City of Mound would like to take
this opportunity to express their sincere appreciation to
the Mound American Legion Post #398 for their generous dona-
tion of flag poles, flags and installation at the following
three city locations: Brookton Park, Chester Park and the
new Public Works Facility. Presented this 13th day of June,
1989."
Smith moved and Jensen seconded the following:
RESOLUTION #89-64 RESOLUTION E%PRESSING APPRECIATION TO
THE MOUND AMERICAN LEGION POST #398
The vote was unanimously in favor. Motion carried.
The Mayor then presented the plaque to John Taffe, member of the
post.
PUBLIC HEARING: VACATION OF UTILITY EASEMENT ON PRIVATE
PROPERTY - RUTH GRAY, 2640 LAREWOOD LANE
The City Engineer explained that the purpose of this vacation is
to clarify some easement problems dating back to the 1979 Street
Improvement project. When the new storm sewer was installed from
the catch basin in Lakewood Lane to the lake, field adjustments
were necessary to avoid trees and the old pipe which was left in
place. As a result of the revisions, the recorded easement did
not adequately protect the needs of the City and covered property
of Mrs. Grays which was not necessary for maintenance of the
storm sewer. These are the reasons for the request for a vaca-
tion of the easement recorded in 1980 and then Mrs. Gray can sign
the new documents and place them of record at the time the ease-
ment vacation is recorded.
The Mayor opened the public hearing.
Jack Mateffy, 2650 Lakewood Lane, asked if the dip at the
end of the storm sewer pipe could be filled in with gravel
to stop stagnant water from accumulating. The Engineer ex-
plained that this is a problem in many areas of the City be-
cause of the low lake level and that if the dip were filled
the water from the storm sewer would create another dip
along side.
The Mayor closed the public hearing.
Johnson moved and Jensen seconded the following resolution:
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RESOLUTION #89-65 RESOLUTION VACATING A UTILITY EASEMENT
ON PRIVATE PROPERTY BELONGING TO RUTH
GRAY, 2640 LAREWOOD LANE, PID #24-117-24
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The vote was unanimously in favor. Motion carried.
CASE #89-809: JACK COOK, 4452 DENBIGH ROAD, BLOCK 1, LOT 2,
AVALON, PID # 19-117-23 24 0002, VARIANCE
The Building Official gave the background. Jack Cook, applicant,
stated he is working with his neighbor Ms. Konnad to try and pur-
chase some property. They are presently waiting for a response
from Ms. Konnad's mortgage company on the subdivision of the
piece Mr. Cook needs.
The Council discussed the previous denials for a variance and the
need for a variance to allow a continuous level deck above grade
even if the decks and walls were completely on the applicant's
property. Councilmembers Jessen and Johnson discussed variance
criteria not being met and could find no hardship to justify ap-
proval.
The applicant asked that the item be returned to the Planning
Commission for further consideration and to give him time to
finalize the purchase of the additional property.
MOTION made by Smith, seconded by Jensen to table this item
for 6o days and give Mr. Cook the opportunity to appear
before the Planning Commission at their July 10th meeting.
The vote was 3 in favor with Jessen and Johnson voting nay.
Motion carried.
REQUEST FOR CITY TO REPURCHASE TWO CEMETERY LOTS
The City Clerk explained the request.
MOTION made by Johnson, seconded by Ahrens to authorize the
City to repurchase 2 cemetery lots (Division C, Lot 91,
Grave 1 & 2) for $100.00 each from Clarence & Lydia Splet-
tstoeszer. The vote was unanimously in favor. Motion
carried.
COMMENTS & SUGGESTIONS FROM CITIZENS PRESENT
There were none.
ORDINANCE AMENDMENT - PARR DEDICATION FEE SCHEDULE - SECTION
330:120 OF THE CITY CODE
Jessen moved and Jensen seconded the following:
ORDINANCE #30-1989 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 330:120,
SUBDIVISIONS 2, 3 AND 5 RELATING TO PARR
DEDICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR SUBDIVISION
The vote was unanimously in favor. Motion carried.
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APPOINTMENT OF PERSONS TO COMMUNITY ENERGY COUNCIL
The City Clerk explained that each of the three cities involved
in the project and grant application will be appointing two per-
sons to serve on the council. The recommended people from Mound
are Dotty O'Brien and Cathy Bailey.
Jensen moved and Johnson seconded the following resolution:
RESOLUTION #89-66 RESOLUTION APPOINTING DOTTY O'BRIEN AND
CATHY BAILEY TO THE COMMUNITY ENERGY
COUNCIL
The vote was unanimously in favor. Motion carried.
REVIEW OF CITY WATER SHUTOFF POLICY
Finance Director, John Norman, reviewed the City's policy
(Resolution #86-52) on water shutoffs and the procedures followed
for the payment of delinquent bills. No action was taken.
APPROVAL OF PERMITS
MOTION made by Smith, seconded the Jensen to authorize the
issuance of the following permits to the Northwest Tonka
Lions for June 9, 1989:
Charitable Organization 3.2 Beer Permit
Public Dance Permit - Waiving the fee
Set-Up Permit - Waiving the fee.
The vote was unanimously in favor. Motion carried.
PAYMENT OF BILLS
MOTION made by Jensen, seconded by Ahrens to authorize the
payment of bills as presented on the pre-list in the amount
of $190,059.45, when funds are available. A roll call vote
was unanimously in favor. Motion carried.
ADD-ON ITEMS
A. RE VEST FROM DEVELOPERS OF HARRISON SHORES ADDITION
Dave Feerhusen, representing David Morse, requested recon-
sideration of the placement of the water curb boxes and the
3 copper lines into the proposed structures (Resolution #89-
52) .
The Sewer & Water Superintendent and the City Engineer ad-
vised the Council not to approve the request because of pos- .
sible future problems and the city's liability.
No action was taken.
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B. REQUEST FROM JERRY HENRS AND JOHN TAFFE TO CHANGE THE NAME
OF BROORTON PARR (CLOVER CIRCLE PARR) TO PHILBROOR PARR
The City, Manager explained that the Park Commission has
reviewed and recommended a name change for Brookton Park to
Philbrook Park because of the civic commitment Jetty and
Mary Lou Philbrook have shown over the years. Also the land
for Brookton Park was originally donated to the City by a
member of the Philbrook family. The Park Commission will
hold a ceremony dedicating the park at a future date and
signage will be erected if this is approved.
Smith moved and Jensen seconded the following resolution:
RESOLUTION #$9-67 RESOLUTION TO CHANGE THE NAME OF BROOR-
TON PARR TO PHILBROOR PARR DEDICATED TO
MARY LOU AND JETTY PHILBROOR
The vote was unanimously in favor. Motion carried.
C. SIGNS FOR SHORELINE BLVD.
The City Manager showed the Council the different types of
signage that have been drawn by Ganzel Signs for Mound,
Spring Park and Navarre. He also showed a planter. The es-
timated cost is $2250. The Council asked that the item be
researched and other costs obtained. They asked that the 3
cities work together for uniformity.
D. L.M.C.D. APPLICATION FOR A LIQUOR LICENSE ON A CHARTER BOAT
BY AL & ALMA'S SUPPER CLUB
The City Manager explained this is a renewal and if the City
has no objections it can be signed off.
MOTION made by Johnson, seconded by Jensen to authorize the
City Manager to execute the L.M.C.D. certificate regarding a
liquor license authorized port of call for Al & Alma's Sup-
per Club. The vote was unanimously in favor. Motion
carried.
E. MINNESOTA SAFETY COUNCIL AWARD
The City Manager presented the Council with the Outstanding
Achievement Award from the Minnesota Safety Council in
recognition of outstanding accident prevention performance
in traffic safety.
F. REQUEST FOR TEMPORARY, PORTABLE SIGNS - INCREDIBLE FESTIVAL
The City Manager explained that Our Lady of The Lake's In-
credible Festival is requesting permission to display three
outdoor signs (4' x 8') in various locations and two banners
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across city streets.
MOTION made by Ahrens, seconded by Smith to allow Our Lady
of the Lakes Incredible Festival to display three outdoor
signs (4~ x 8~) at the following locations:
1. County Road 110 and Three Points Blvd.
2. Mound Bay Park
3. The City parking lot across from Ben Franklin.
and two banners, one near the Seton Bridge and the other on
County Road 110 coming from St. Bonifacius. The vote was
unanimously in favor. Motion carried.
G. AMENDMENT TO STANDARDS & GUIDELINES_FOR DEFERRAL OF SPECIAL
ASSE33MENT8 BECAUSE OF HARDSHIP FOR SENIOR CITIZENS
MOTION made by Johnson, seconded by Jensen to table this
item to the next meeting when more information on low income
can be obtained. The vote was unanimously in favor. Motion
carried.
INFORMATION~MISCELLANEOUS:
A. Department Head Monthly Reports for May 1989.
B. 1988 Annual Report of the Minnehaha Creek Watershed Dis-
trict.
C. Report from Tom Reese, LMCD Representative.
D. Planning Commission Minutes of May 22, 1989
E. Letter from Dr. Jim Smith, Superintendent of Schools regard-
ing the program and budget for Community Services. Meeting
will be held Monday, July 10, 1989, 7:30 P.M., Westonka Com-
munity Center.
F. Letter from Senator Gen Olson summarizing 1989 Legislative
Session.
G. REMINDER: Committee of the Whole Meeting, Tuesday, June 20,
1989, 6:30 P.M., City Council Chambers. Pizza will be
brought for your convenience.
H. LMCD mailings.
I. Letter from Jo Ellen Hurr thanking the City of Mound for
their support for her re-appointment to the Metro Waste Con-
trol Commission. She was not re-appointed.
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J. .Letter from Coldwell Banker Realty stating they would again
be putting up flags in people yards the evening of June 13
in recognition of Flag Day which is June 14.
MOTION made by Jensen, seconded by Johnson to adjourn at
9:35 P.M. The vote was unanimously in favor. Motion
carried.
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E ward J. Shu le 'Jr., City Manage
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Fran Clark, CMC, City Clerk
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