HomeMy WebLinkAbout11-04-19852536 RECORD OF OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS
CITY OF ROCHESTER,
Regular Meeting No. 17 - November 4,
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MINNESOTA
1985
President Postier called the meeting to order at 2:00 P.M., the
following members being present: President Postier, Aldermen Allen,
Bluhm, Duffy, Powers ,Solinger and Strain. Absent: None.
Allen moved, Strain second to approve the minutes of the October
21, 1985 meeting. Ayes (7), Nays (0).Motion carried.
C-1 Solinger moved, Powers second to approve the appointment by Mayor
Hazama to the Cable TV Advisory Committee as follows: Jeff Korsmo
of 11 Elton Ridge Court N. W. He fills the unexpired term of William
Crawford who resigned and the term ends' December 31, 1988.
Ayes (7), Nays (0).Motion carried.
C-2 Bluhm moved, Strain second to approve the appointment by Mayor
Hazama to'the Energy Action Committee as follows: Doug Ondler of
924 17th Street S. E. He fills the unexpired term of Gregory Munson
who resigned. Ayes (7), Nays (0).Motion carried.
C-3 Duffy moved, Powers second to approve the apointment by the Mayor
to the Building Code Board of Appeals as follows: Vimal Shah of
3908 19th Avenue N. W. Mr. Shah fills the unexpired term of John
Benike and the term will end November, 1987. Ayes (7), Nays (0).
Motion carried.
C-4 Powers moved, Allen second to approve the appointment by the Mayor
to the Ventilating and Air Conditioning Board as follows: Phillip
L. Breutzman of 1503 14th Street N. W. He fills the unexpired term
of Lloyd Collopy and the term expires November, 1988. Ayes (7),
Nays (0).Motion carried.
C-5 Duffy moved, Strain second to approve the appointments by Mayor
Hazama to the Rochester Human Rights Commission as follows:
Mary Jane Weamer of 2921 7th Avenue N. W. replacing Deborah Bowman.
Term expires on May 1, 1988. Gwendolyn (Peg) Twentyman of 211 2nd
Street N. W. She fills the unexpired term of Anita Bunting. Term
expires May 1, 1986. Tung Thanh Nguyen of 2121 44th Street N. W.
replacing Dwight Gorneau. Term ends May:l, 1988. Donald R. Nichols
of 207 5th Avenue S. W. He is reappointed for a three year term
to May 1, 1988. Ayes (7), Nays (0).Motion carried.
C-7 Allen moved, Strain second to approve the appointment by Mayor
Hazama to the International Affairs Committee as follows: Dr.
Lyman S.V. Judson of 207 Fifth Avenue S. W. and David Moretel of
2526 6th Avenue N. W. Ayes (7), Nays (0).Motion carried.
C-6 Bluhm moved, Solinger second to approve the appointment by Mayor
Hazama to the MACADA ( Maya's Advisory Committee on Alcohol and Drug
Abuse ).as follows: Lt. R.G. Neuman of 1610 5th Avenue S. E.
Replacing Warren Zimmerman , Wilma Douglas P.O. Box 911 replacing
Sharon Kueker and Roger Ring of 2641 12th Avenue N. W. replacing
Bill Walker. Ayes (7), Nays (0).Motion carried.
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D-1 Strain moved, Solinger second to adopt Resolution No.573-85 referring
the petition for local improvements - Watermain - to serve Salem
Sound lying in a part of the SE 1/4 of Sec. 9, Township 106 North,
Range 14 West - submitted by Lowell Penz.- to the Public Services
Department for a feasibility study. Ayes (7), Nays (0).Motion
carried.
E-1 Allen moved, Bluhm second to approve the allocation of the 1985
Community Development Block Grant appropriations contingent upon
final eligibility determinations by HUD. These totals were
arrived at by an average vote of the Common Council. The allocation
is as follows for each catagory:
Child Care Resource and Referral $ 17,000.
Gift of Life 15,000.
RAEDI 26,000.
Lourdes High•School -25,000.
HRA Residential Rehab. 150,000.
Architecutral Barrier Removal 38,000.
Administration 12,000.
Tree Removal Subsidy 3,000.
River Clean -Up 4,000.
Downtown Development ( Slum & Blight ) 50,000.
Flood Control 73,000.
Total 413,000.
Remainder 12,000.
Total amount of CDBG Funds for 1986. - 425,000.
President Postier stated that these amounts as listed above is not
a commitment as to the exact allocation. The reason is because the
City is not sure of the exact amount that will be funded thru the
CDBG program. Aldermen Strain and Solinger both commented on the
fact that funding for some programs were less then the initial
request. If these agencies cannot use the money allocated, then
these will be reprogrammed by the City Council. It was noted by
the City Administration Department that funds are to be used for the
projects as indicated by the agencies when they applied for the
funds. If they do not use monies for these specific programs, the
agency will forfeit the money.and the City will reprogram the
allocation. Having no further comments, vote was taken.. Ayes (7),
Nays (0).Motion carried.
E-2 Request was received for a reduction in the radius of the 17th
Avenue N. W. - Bel Air First Subdivison - Cul-de-sac. Wishing to
be heard on behalf of this request was Roger Plumb, Public Services
Director. He stated that they recommend .that the ROW be reduced from
100 feet to 85 feet which may allow Mr. Stan Mohn to develop an
additional lot in this area. Mr. Stan Mohn was also present and
indicated that he desired the 100 foot radius because he stated that
the future extension of the street was blocked by the construction
of a church in the area and Mr. Mohn should not have to suffer this
loss because of the church. After Council discussion, Solinger moved
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Allen second to table this matter and have further discussion at
the Committee of the Whole. Ayes (7), Nays (0).Motion carried.
Mr. Mohn at this point stated that he would accept the 85 foot
ROW as recommended by the Public Services Department. Allen
moved, Bluhm second to remove the tabled item from the table.
Ayes (7), Nays (0).Motion carried. Allen moved, Bluhm second to
reduce the Bel Air First Sub. 17th Avenue N. W. cul-de-sac radius
to 85' contingent upon the platting or dedication of the street
area to the public. Ayes (6),Nays (1). Alderman Solinger voting
nay. Motion carried.
Strain moved, Bluhm second to approve the following licenses and
bonds: Request received from Gerry Webster, Zumbrota for an
Auctioneer's license for the period ending Dec. 31, 1985. Request
received from St. Mary's Hospital for an Auction permit for Oct. 26,
1985. Preliminary approval was given on this application.
Request received from Austin P. Keller Construction Company Inc.
St. Paul for a Sewer and Drain License for a period ending Dec.
31, 1985. Application was received from Cragg Signs inc. from
Golden Valley for a license to Erect and Maintain Signs for a
period ending Dec. 31, 1985. Request received from the Aviary
Restaurant for a single dance permit to be held on Oct. 31, 1985
(Preliminary approval was given on this ). Ayes (7), Nays (0).
Motion carried.
Solinger moved, Allen second to approve the extension of 60 days
for the sidewalk permit for the Unification Church of Rochester
from November lst, to December 31st, 1985. Ayes (7), Nays (0).
Motion carried.
Duffy moved, Strain second to adopt Resolution -No. 574-85 setting
a hearing date for the weed and tree removal assessments to be held
on November 18, 1985..Ayes (7), Nays (0).Motion carried.
Duffy moved, Strain second to approve the semi-monthly Accounts
Payable in the amount of $1,335,429.01 ( list on file in the City
Clerk's office ). Ayes (7), Nays (0).Motion carried.
Solinger moved, Bluhm second to approve the retaining of the firm
Smith, Schafer and Ferguson to conduct an examination of the financia
statements of the Rochester City Lines Company for the year ending
December 31, 1985. Ayes (7), Nays (0). Motion carried.
Strain moved, Solinger second to adopt Resolution No. 575-85 author-
izing the City Clerk to advertise for bids on protective clothing
for the City meeting the latest NFPA and OSHA standards. Bids to be
opened at 11:00 A.M. on November 25, 1985. Ayes (7), Nays (0).
Motion carried.
Bluhm moved, Allen second to approve the No. 85-20 Preliminary Plat
of Apple Ridge II subject to the following: 1. All existing
structureson the platted lots ( former apple orchard buildings )
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that do not conform to the R-1 setback standards must be removed
but not prior to final plat approval as recommended by staff.
2. The profile of Beacon Drive should be checked by the applicant
to see if it's comparable with the future profile of 20th Street
S. W. 3. The easement between Lots 23 and 24, Block 1, should
be at least 25 feet wide to contain 3 utilities. 4. Define
easements on the plat. Ayes (7), Nays (0).Motion carried.
Solinger moved, Bluhm second to approve the PUD# 85 - 12 , Revised
Preliminary Plan of Lakeview Homes of Green Meadows II subject to
the following conditions:
1. Relocate existing storm sewer so it is not located under any
dwelling units as provided on concept plan.
2. All underground utilities must have access manholes raised or
changed to coincide with new surface elevations.
3. Easements will be needed to the public watermain. Also a
contract between the City and the owner will be necessary to insure
construction of the watermain.
4. Applications and permits needed for sidewalks and approaches
before construction. NOTE: The previous preliminary plan approval
did not require the application to provide sidewalks along this
project in Greenfield Lane or Greenfield Drive. No sidewalk permits
are necessary.
5. Provide all necessary electrical and telephone utility easements
on the final plat.
6. Provide plans for the below grade or bermed storm shelter with a
design meeting, Building Code standards,for flood plain requirements
handicap accessibility, occupancy load, light and ventilation re-
quirements and of a size to meet the standards of the Zoning Code
(at least 320 square feet ).
7. Developers should provide for recreational vehicle parking area
or restrict their storage by placing the restriction on the final
plan drawing and in the homeowners association bylaws.
8. Note on plans the exterior lighting proposed. Ayes (7),
Nays (0). Motion carried.
Strain moved, Bluhm second to adopt Resolution No. 576-85 approving
the setting of a date of hearing to be December 2, 1985 on the
Vac 85-25 Petition to vacate the West three feet of the 10 ' utility
easement located at 4316 and 4314 13th Avenue N. W. Ayes (7), Nays
(0).Motion carried.
Powers moved, Bluhm second to adopt Resolution No. 577-85 approving
the setting of the hearing date to be December 2, 1985 on the
vacation No. 85-24, Petition to vacate the walkway located between
the homes at 1412 and 1418 21st Avenue N. E. in Parkwood Hills.
Ayes (7), Nays (0).Motion carried.
Solinger moved, Duffy second to adopt Resolution No. 578-85.setting
a new bid date of November 14, 1985 at 11:00 A.M. on the 2nd Street
Ramp Heating conversion. Ayes (7), Nays (0).Motion carried.
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Duffy moved, Bluhm second to adopt Resolution No. 579-85 authorizing
the installation of a choker on the north leg of llth Avenue and 16t1
Avenue N. W. for a period of November 1, 1985 to April 1, 1986 on a
trial basis. Ayes (7), Nays (0).Motion carried.
Solinger moved, Strain second to adopt Resolution No. 580-85 approv-
ing the removal of the following stop signs:
1. 2nd Street S. E.@ 12th Avenue North leg
2. 2nd Street S. E. @ 13th Avenue North and South leg
3. 2nd Street S. E. @ 13 112 Avenue South leg
4. 2nd Street S. E. @ 15th Avenue South & North leg
5. 2nd Street S. E. @ 16th Avenue south leg.
Ayes (7), Nays (0).Motion carried.
Duffy moved, Allen second to adopt Resolution No. 581-85 approving tI
following parking changes:
1. adopt Paragraph 2.5 to Sec. H Zone F of the Comprehensive Parking
Resolution - 2 hour Parking to read: (2.5) Fifth Street S. W. on the
South side from 8th Avenue to Ninth Avenue - Monday thru Friday
8:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. Ayes (7), Nays (0).Motion carried.
Bluhm moved, Solinger second to deny the request for adding no
parking on 8th Avenue S. W. on the west side from 5th Street to
60 feet plus or minus south. Ayes (7), Nays (0).Motion carried.
Allen moved, Powers second to adopt Resolution No. 582-85 approving
a resolution of the Public Utility Board as follows
Purchase Agreement with Syscon Corporation for furnishing an
electronic meter reading system. The amount of the agreement is
$39,675.00. Ayes (7), Nays (0).Motion carried.
An Ordinance Relating to Wages on Public Projects; providing for the
Repeal of the Rochester Code of Ordinances, Chapter 25 was given
its first reading.
An Ordinance Relating to Cable Television; establishing a maximum ra e
for basic service; amending the Rochester Code of Ordinances,
Chapter 91 was given its second reading. Solinger moved, Strain sec nd
to adopt the Ordinance as read. Upon Roll call vote, Aldermen
Bluhm, Solinger, Strain and President Postier voted aye. Ayes (4),
Aldermen Allen, Duffy and Powers voted nay. Nays (3). Motion
carried.
An Ordinance relating to the Home Rule Charter of the City of Roch.
providing for an amendment thereto by adding a section relating
to filing fees for candidates for municipal elections. This was
given its second reading. Duffy moved, Solinger second to adopt the
Ordinance as read. Ayes (7), Nays (0).Motion carried.
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An Ordinance Relating to the investigation fees for On -Sale Wine
licenses; Est. new investigation fees and amending Sec. 125.18
was given its second reading. Solinger moved,.Strain second to
the Ordinance as read. Ayes (7), Nays (0).Motion carried.
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An Ordinance relating to Building Movers; providing for the issuance
of permits and collection of fees; amending Ordinances Sec. 108.01,
108.02, 108.03, 108.04, 108.05; Repealing Sec. 108.06 was given its
second reading. Allen moved, Bluhm second to adopt the Ordinance as
read. Ayes (7), Nays (0).Motion carried.
Solinger moved, Bluhm second to remove the Fontaine Towers Parking
from the table. Ayes (7), Nays (0).Motion carried. Solinger moved,
Bluhm second to approve the adding of Paragraph (20.5) to Sec. H
Zone C of th Comprehensive Parking Res. - 30 minutes limit parking
zones to read - (20.5) 2nd St. S. E. On the S. Side from lst Avenue
to a point 100 feet, more or less east (5 stalls - Fontaine Towers )
Ayes (7), Nays (0).Motion carried. Res. 583-85 was adopted.
Strain moved, Bluhm second to deny the --`request to add paragraph
17.5 - 2nd St. S. E. on the S. Side from 1st Ave. to a point 500 ft.
more or less , East ( 5 stalls - Fontaine Towers ) and to extend the
Senior Discount in Ramp parking to include residents of Fontaine
Towers , Park Towers and Central Towers. Ayes (7), Nays (0).
Having no further business, Allen moved, Strain second to adjourn
the meeting. Ayes (7), Nays (0).Motion carried.
President Postier called the meeting to order at 7:30 P.M. the foll
ing members being present: President Postier : Aldermen Allen,
Bluhm, Duffy, Powers ,Solinger and Strain. Absent: None.
A Hearing on the Vacation Petition No. 85-23 to vacate the South
4' of 14th Street N. W. along 1828 14th Street N. W. Having no
one present that wished to be heard, President Postier closed the
hearing. Bluhm moved, Solinger second to adopt Resolution No. 584-85
approving the vacation. Ayes (7), Nays (0).Motion carried.
A Hearing on the Zoning Commission No. 85-22 Petition to change the
Zoning District from R-1 to M-2 on the Seneca Foods Property on the
east side of Third Avenue S. E. south of 20th Street. Having no
one present that wished to be heard , President Postier closed the
hearing. Duffy moved, Allen second to instruct the City attorney
to prepare an -Ordinance for adoption. Ayes (7), Nays (0).Motion
carried.
A Hearing on the PUD No. 85 - 14 Amended Concept for the Planned Unit
Development of Meadow Park Apartments at 14th Street and 4th Ave.
S. E. to add buildings for garages and storage. Wishing to be
heard was Floyd Whipple, petitioner. He stated that the main reason
he wanted these garages and storage -areas was to keep his tenants
in the buildings.•He stated that storage areas were also in demand.
He also stated that he would rent out the remaining garages and
storage areas to those in the''area if the tenants in the adajacent
apartments could not use all of them. Aldermen questioned this
use and questioned the use as "commercial" if this was indeed allowed
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Planning and Zoning Dept. stated that they could possibly be used
for this purpose, however, in certain cases a building permit would
have to be issued for storage of certain material. It was noted that
under a PUD almost the entire area of garages and storage area could
be rented out to a "commerical" use. After Council discussion,
and having no one else present that wished to be heard, President
Postier closed the hearing. Strain moved, Duffy second to approve
this concept plan with the units.being used for residential garages
including the storage spaces within the garages. Ayes (7), Nays (0).
Motion carried.
A Hearing on the Proposed Project No. 6107-85A J 8924 - Sanitary
Sewer to Serve to West 1/2 of the West 1/2 of Lot 1, Block 9
Golden Hill Addition. The owner has requested that this be withdrawn
for one year for a larger project in which he will have a cheaper
assessment. Having no one present that wished to be heard , Presiden-
Postier closed the hearing. Solinger moved, Powers second to deny
the project. Ayes (7), Nays (0).Motion carried.
Duffy moved, Bluhm second to adopt Resolution No. 585-85 authorizing
the execution of a Project to be known as China Wall Foodstuffs
agreement between the City and the State of Minnesota Economic
Recov.erv.Loan/ contingent upon execution of an acceptable loan
agreement between China Wall Foodstuffs and the City of Rochester,
Minnesota. Ayes (7), Nays (0).Motion carried.
Duffy moved, Solinger second to instruct the City Attorney to
prepare an Ordinance increasing the fees for the Taxi Cab Fares in
the City of Rochester. Ayes (7), Nays (0).Motion carried.
An Ordinance relating to Taxicabs providing for the maximum rate of
fare; amending the Rochester Code of Ordinances Sec. 95.13 Subd. 2
was given its first reading.
An Ordinance Rezoning certain property to M-2 ( General Industrial)
Seneca Foods in Sec. 14 T106N, R14W was given its first reading.
Duffy moved, Bluhm second to suspend the rules and give the Ordinance
a second reading. Upon Roll call vote, Aldermen Allen, Bluhm, Duffy,
Powers , Solinger and Strain and President.Postier voted aye. Ayes
(7), Nays (0).Motion carried and the Ordinance was given its second
reading. Allen moved, Bluhm second to adopt the Ordinance as read.
Ayes (7), Nays (0).Motion carried.
Having no further business, Solinger moved, Duffy second to adjourn
the meeting. Ayes (7), Nays (0).Motion ca ried.
City Clerk
Information 11-4-85
1. Notice of Claim - Jeffrey B. Witter - Ref. Attorney and Finance
2. Notice of Claim - Jeanette Meyer - Ref. Attorney and Finance
3. Notice of Claim - Roxanne Johnson - Ref. Attorney and Finance.
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