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Adjourned Meeting No. 12 - October 16, 1989
President Selby called the meeting to order at 7:30 P.M., the follow-
ing members being present: President Selby, Aldermen Bluhm, Canfield,
Hunziker, McConnell, Solinger and Strain. Absent: None.
Canfield moved, Solinger second to approve the minutes of the October
2, 1989 meeting. Ayes (7), Nays (0).Motion carried.
A Hearing on the Riverbend Property owners. The City of Rochester
invited the owners to make comments on potential City/County
Government Center Project.
Wishing to be heard was Roger Christenson of 2824 Fairview Ct. S. E.
He is the owner of an apartment house in the area and urges the City
to make a decision soon. His tenants are worried about possibly
having to vacate the house and are leaving because of it. He also
reminded the Council that this building offers lower rent and by
having to tear down this building to allow for the Govt. Center
would take away this lower rental units from the occupants. It may
be hard to find such lower rental property in Rochester.
Wishing to be heard was Jim Buchan of 109 4th St. S. E. He is with
Energy Products and Design Stoves and fireplaces window cover.
He would like to have his business remain in the area and speaks
also for Hentges Glass of 115 4th St. S. E. He suggested that
a land swap could be considered if the Govt. Center became a reality.
But they are opposed to the Govt. Center being located at the River -
bend site.
Wishing to be heard was Elmer Wetenkamp of 207 4th St. S. E. He
owns Rite -Way Radio and TV. He is happy of the present location
of his business and does not want to move. He stated that you lose
some of your customers when you move. However, he would like to be
kept informed of the transactions in the future.
Having no one else present that wished to be heard, President Selby
closed the hearing. No action was taken as this was just an
informative item.
A Hearing on the 1990 Community Development Block Grant Program.
Wishing to be heard was the Coordinator of Southeastern Minn.
Center for Independent Living. He urged the Council to approve the
requested $7,600.00. This is to assist with the Access/Advocacy
Project. This would provide employers to improve access for persons
with disabilities and remove physical barriers so that persons with
disabilities could be able to get to work. Alderman Solinger
questioned the fact if this was to be used for operational or a
building project. He was informed that this would be to improve
access and not operational.
Wishing to be heard was Katherine Snyder of Child Care Resource
Referral. This is located at 2116 Campus Center. She was present
on behalf of the child care assistance program. This program
allows lower income employees to keep a job and still have child
care. The amount of money they are requesting is $75,000.00.She
noted that 350 families are waiting to be accepted in this program.
She urged the Council to grant them this funding.
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B-2. Wishing to be heard was Tom Dyer of 215 Elton Hills Dr. He is
present on behalf of the Rochester Energy Action Committee. They
are requesting $35,000.
Wishing to be heard was Linda Erickson and is with the Association
for Retarded Citizens. ,She urged the Council to approve the re-
quest for $17,383. The program allows retarded citizens to be
placed in the community in jobs that they can do. There is no other
program at this time to help with job placement of retarded citizens.
Wishing to be heard was Walter Staubach of 1415 Damon Ct. S. E.
He appeared on behalf of HUD and introduced Randy Clement of 921
8th Avenue S. E. They would like to have the Council consider the
request for $15,000.00 which would be used for administrative costs
for investigation of housing programs to assist low -moderate income
persons.. HRA administers 12 programs with another four that are
being pursued.
Mr. Clement stated that some federal monies are being cut and these
CDBG funds will keep up with those losses.
Wishing to be heard was Elaine Schmidt of Children's Home Society of
Mn. They are requesting $17,559.00 They provide quality child care
services in Rochester. They are currently being held in various
churches. Some of these churches and other buildings are needed to
house other programs related to the church and they need to purchase
and install fencing and other playground equipment at the new
location at 22nd St. and 32nd Avenue N. W. Playground equipment
must be provided in order for them to be in compliance with this
program. St. Pius has stated that they will not renew the lease for
beyond Dec. 31, 1989 as they need the space for school rooms of their
own. This new location will house 68 children.
Wishing to be heard was Richard Westerlund of 1638 Wilshire Dr. N. E.
He is representing Channel. One. They would like to have the Council
consider the amount of $14,200. to be used to construct a parking
lot. They have a parking lot now, but this is being eliminated from
their use due to additional businesses in Woodlake Park. They have
clients from all over the area and between the customers and employee
they do not have enough room.
Having no one else present that wished to be heard, President
Selby closed the hearing. No action will be taken until the Nov.
6, 1989 Council meeting. Total amount of requests is $337,752.
and monies available are $203,000.00.
B-3 A Hearing on the Assessment for Tree Removal. Having no one present
that wished to be heard, President Selby closed the hearing. Bluhm
moved, Hunziker second to adopt Resolution No. 620-89 accepting the
assessment. Ayes (7), Nays (0).Motion carried.
B-4 A Hearing'on the Weed Eradication.. Wishing to be heard was
Anita Galkin of 2205 Regent Lane S.W. She stated that the weeds
were removed before she had a chance to remove them herself. She
also had a problem with the U.S. Mail and by the time she picked
up her mail, the weeds had been removed. Since she had a landscape
person hired, when the weeds were removed she thought they were re-...
moved by the landscaper. She does not feel that she should pay for
this removal. The amount is $76.52.
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Denny Stoltz of 403 East Center Street, Forester for the City of
Rochester was present and stated that what Ms. Galkin stated was
true. Last fall, Ms. Galkin had weeds removed and had no problem
with receiving notices. This spring the time frame was more re-
strictive, but he felt she had ample time to remove the weeds and
the City did do the removal of weeds which he feels she should pay
for.
Having no one else present that wished to be heard, President Selby
closed the hearing. Strain moved, Canfield second to adopt Resoluti
No. 621-89 accepting the weed eradication assessments minus the $76.
of Ms. Galkin. Ayes (7), Nays (0).Motion carried.
A Hearing on the proposed assessment on Project 8808 J 9048
Sanitary Sewer Extension to serve General Warehouse Complex on
Valleyhigh Road N. W. Having no one present that wishes to be heard,
President Selby closed the hearing. Solinger moved, Canfield
second to adopt Resolution No. 622-89 approving the assessment.
A Hearing on the Petition to vacate the 20' walkway located between
2302 and 2222 llth Avenue N. W. Wishing to be heard was Arvid Nass
of 2302 llth Avenue N. W. He would like this vacated and used as
part of his property. It has been a walkway and no one walks on it.
It goes nowhere and only teens use it late at night if it is used at
all. Having no one else present that wished to be heard, President
Selby closed the hearing. Solinger moved, Strain second to adopt
Resolution No. 623-89 approving the vacation. Ayes (7),. Nays (0).
Motion carried.
Discussion was held by the Council on the preferred width for a
Reconstructed 6th Street S. W. President Selby stated that a letter
had been distributed to the Council members from the 6th St. S.W.
residents regarding the 6th St. Reconstruction survey. This
survey clearly shows a preference for a 32 foot street. Parking
preference is less clear cut from the survey, but shift parking would
be acceptable.
A survey showing the various street widths along with the vote on
the widths was presented. The conclusion was that a 32 foot wide
street from 5th to loth would be acceptable.
Alderman Chuck Canfield stated that this street goes thru an establisl
ed neighborhood and has many trees that should be saved. This street
could be widened to 32' from 5th Avenue to loth Avenue. There is an
area from the alley west of 4th Avenue that has a 36' width.
Alderman Bluhm is in favor of this street being 32' for the most part
but would like to see parking during certain hours of the day and the
street should be signed as such.
Alderman Strain asked Mr. Roger Plumb if a 32' street could have
no parking or parking on certain times of the day. Mr. Plumb,
Public Services Dir. stated that if parking is allowed on a 32' wide
street,'the State of Mn. could demand their money to construct this
street refunded.
Alderman Solinger wondered how many trees would be stressed due to
the cutting of the roots, etc. Mr.Denny Stoltz, 'Forester for the
City stated that five trees would be taken. The others should not
be hurt.
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Having no further Council discussion, Canfield moved,.Hunziker
second to approve the street width of 32 feet from 5th Avenue to
loth Avenue tapered by the alley west of 4th Avenue from 36 feet
to 32 feet. The Public Services Dir. is instructed to seek relief
funds for construction of this street.
After further Council discussion, Bl.uhm moved, Strain second to
amend the motion to construct the street to 36 feet from the
alley west of 4th Avenue to 6th Ave.Ayes (7); Nays (0).Motion carried
Vote was taken on the original motion. Ayes (7), Nays (0).Motion
carried. Resolution No. 624-89 was adopted.
E-2 Solinger moved, McConnell second to approve the intent to establish
regulations governing the repair, renovation, or demolition of
buildings designed as historically significant properties. The
staff is instructed to prepare draft regulations for further Council
consideration. Ayes (7), Nays (0).Motion carried.
E-3 Bluhm moved, Canfield second to deny the requested second driveway
opening off of West River Parkway for Convenience Station.
Alderman Solinger noted that the City did not have the County
cooperation on this. Ayes (7), Nays (0).Motion carried.
E-4 Bluhm moved, Solinger second to authorize the use of Community
Development Block Grant Funds for acquisition of blighted properties
in the Civic Square block and establish the approved appraised
value as just compensation for property to be acquired and authorize
staff to negotiate the purchase of blighted properties.
Ayes (6),Nays (1). President Selby voted nay . Motion carried.
Alderman Hunziker was concerned about certain elements that the
developer should be doing before the City gets involved. These
things include soil testing, etc.
E-5 Canfield moved, McConnell second to approve Change Orders No. 4
and 5 for First St. Pedestrian Plaza and Hotel and Office Building
Streetscaping. The total net increases to the contract is an
increase of 2% and the amount is $9,907.92. Ayes (7), Nays (0).
Motion carried.
E-6 Strain moved, Solinger second to approve the request of the
Rochester Airport Commission to pay the following:
1. Rochester Public Utilities $122.84 for repairs to a high
voltage power line. Lighting struck a utility pole along the hangar
service road.
2. HIMEC, Inc. for final payment on a heating line replacement
project in the amount of $3,412.00. This is City J 6939.
Ayes (7), Nays (0).Motion carried.
E-7 Canfield moved, McConnell second to adopt Resolution No. 625-89
authorizing the City Clerk to advertise for bids on the State/
Local Project Terminal Street extension, entrance drive overlays and
street lighting. This is pending approval of Mn/DOT Aeronautics.
Ayes (7), Nays (0).Motion carried.
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Solinger moved, Bluhm second to adopt the following Resolutions
as approved by the Rochester Public Utility Board:
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Resolution No. 626-89 approving an insurance agreement with Arkwrighi
Mutual Insurance Co. for property insurance and boiler and machinery
insurance. The amount of the first year effective Oct. 18, 1989 is
$105,513.00.
Resolution No. 627-89 approving an insurance agreement with C.O.
Brown Agency with Assoc. Electric and Gas Ins. Services Ltd.
for Comp. General liability insurance for one year starting Oct.
18, 1989 and the premium is $212,121.00.
Ayes (7), Nays (0).Motion carried.
Bluhm moved, Hunziker second to approve the following licenses &
Request received from Francis Grover of Plainview Mn. for an
Auctioneer's License and from Denny Brusse of Preston, Mn.
for an Auctioneer's license and approval to hold a public auction
for Seneca Foods Warehouse S. E. on Nov..11, 1989.
Request received from Randy Krause Masonry of Zumbrota, Mn.
for a license to construct cement sidewalks, curb and gutters and
driveways for the period ending Dec. 31, 1989.
bonds:
Request received from Greenway Co-op Service Co. of Rochester. Mn.
to sell over-the-counter Cigarettes for a period ending
April 1, 1990.
Ayes (7), Nays (0).Motion carried.
Canfield moved, Solinger second to approve the Accounts Payable
in the amount of $980,477.93 - list on file with the City Clerk.
Ayes (7), Nays (0).Motion carried.
Bluhm moved, Hunziker second to adopt Resolution No. 628-89
authorizing the sale of the General Obligation Improvement Bonds
in the amount not exceed $4,900,000. These will be considered at
1:00 P.M. on November 14, 1989. Ayes (7),Nays (0).Motion carried.
Canfield moved, Solinger second to adopt Resolution No. 629-89
awarding the low bid of Hawkins Chemical at $173.50 per ton to
furnish one years supply of liquid aluminum sulphate for the
Water Reclamation Plant. Low bidder last year was $149.84
and Council instructed staff to inform them of why the price is so
much higher this year. Ayes (7), Nays (0).Motion carried.
Hunziker moved, Strain second to adopt Resolution No. 630-89
approving the leave of absence ( Medical ) for Keith A. Pingree
Crew Chief of the Water Reclamation Plant. This is from 10-1-89
to 12-31-89. Ayes (7), NaYs (0).Motion carried.
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AdJourned Meeting No. 12- October 16, 1989
Canfield moved, Strain second to approve the Council initiated
annexation of properties at 2004 and 2022 2nd St. S. W. and 210 21st
Avenue S. W. The City Attorney is instructed to prepare an ordinance
for adoption. Ayes (7), Nays (0).Motion carried.
Bluhm moved, McConnell second to approve the Council initiated
annexation of the 100% surrounded Postier and Eggers and Helgerson
properties and rezoning this to the B-4 district at the time of
annexation. The City Attorney is instructed to prepare an Ord.
for adoption. Note: A hearing on the rezoning part of the Ord.
will have to be held before the ordinance can be given its second
reading. Ayes (7), Nays (0).Motion carried.
Bluhm moved, Strain second to approve the Preliminary Plat of Baihly
Heights Fifth Sub. with the following conditions:
1. On the north end of the plat is a remnant parcel platted as Out -
lot "F" in Baihly Heights Fourth. This outlot should be replatted
with this subdivision and made part of Lot 29 of this plat.
2. A complete drainage and grading plan should be provided as re-
quired by the Subdivision Ordinance. The drainage plan should add-
ress the need for stormwater retention.
3. The intersection of Britt Lane and -19th Avenue S. W. is on a
section of roadway with an 8 percent grade. The intersection design
should be provided to assure city standards for maximum grade
through the intersection can be met and still have safe sight
distance.
Ayes (6), Nays (1). President Selby voting nay. Motion carried.
Hunziker moved, McConnell second to deny the Preliminary plat of
Baihly Heights Sixth Subdivision. Discussion was held on the
access provided. It is noted that a petition was received by the
Planning Commission from property owners in the area against
any temporary or permanent connection between Folwell Dr. and Fox
Valley Drive. They requested that the developer be required to
build Fox Valley Drive from Salem Road up to this plat to provide
primary access to the majority of the lots that lie south of the
extension of Folwell Dr. Alderman Solinger stated that the street
width of Folwell Dr. is a collector street and Fox Valley Dr. is also
a collector street. Mr. Roger Plumb, Public Services Dir. recommends
a permanent road as a connection between the two.
Alderman Bluhm stated that in his area, an extension of No. Heights
Dr. to Viola Road was needed. The people were not in favor, but
he felt this was needed and it was done. He feels that it is a
better situation today because of this connection.
Having no further discussion, Roll call vote was taken.
Aldermen Canfield, Hunziker, McConnell and President Selby voted aye.
Ayes (4), Aldermen Bluhm, Solinger and Strain voted nay. Nays (3).
Motion carried. This was denied.
Bluhm-moved, Strain second to adopt Resolution No. 631-89 and 632-
89 setting a hearing for Nov. 20, 1989 on the proposed project
of 8608-0-89 J 9125 - San. Sewer and Watermain Ext. in West Frontage
Road Co. State Aid Hwy No. 8. Future Fox Valley Dr. Easement and
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Hwy No. 8 to Britt Lane in Baihly Heights 5th Sub. plus Cont. of
San. Sewer only in Future Fox Valley Dr. from Easement in Baihly
Heights 5th Sub. to a pt. near the East Ln. of Baihly Hgts. 6th
Sub. Ayes (7), Nays (0).Motion carried.
E-19 Strain moved, Hunziker second to adopt Resolution No. 633-89
approving the execution of a contract with the U.S. Dept. of
Transportation for Federal Project MN-904041. This is a Federal
Grant for transit operating and capital assistance in the amount of
$706,000.00. Ayes (7), Nays (0).Motion carried.
E-20 Strain moved, Bluhm second to adopt Resolution No. 634-89 approving
the amendment No.l to the Calender Year 1989 contract for transit
assistance with the Rochester City Lines, Inc. Ayes (7), Nays (0).
Motion carried.
E-21 McConnell moved, Solinger second to adopt Resolution No. 635-89
approving the Transit Assistance/Amendment to Federal Project
MN-90-X027-02. This amendment basically reallocates dollars
between projects and increases the number of buses from 3 to 5.
Ayes (7), Nays (0).Motion carried.
E-22 Solinger moved, McConnell second to adopt Resolution No. 636-89
authorizing the City Clerk to advertise for bids to be opened at
11:00 A.M. on November 1, 1989 on the purchase and removal of
houses on 3rd Ave. N. W., 4th Ave. N. W. and 3rd St. N. W. for the
extension of 5th Street N. W. Project 6003-85A J 2214.
Ayes (7), Nays (0).Motion carried.
E-23 Solinger moved, McConnell second to adopt Resolution No. 637-89
approving the payment for work done on Project No. 6314-3-87
14th Avenue S. W. and 3rd St. to 6th St. S. W. J 8966 - This
is in the amount of $1,200.00. Ayes (7), Nays (0).Motion carried.
E-24 Strain moved, Bluhm second to adopt Resolution No. 638-89 setting
a hearing date for November 6, 1989 on the issuance of tax exempt
housing revenue bonds for the ::ivic quare project and instruct the
City Clerk:to publish the necessary notices. Ayes (6), Nays (0).
Motion carried. President Selby did not vote on this matter.
F-1 An Ordinance creating the Planned Unit Development to be known as
Aspens was given its first reading.
F-1 An Ordinance Relating to an annexing to the City of Roch-
ester Lots 1 2 and 3 and a portion of Lots 4 and 5 Block 3 of
Highland Addition, together with adjacent public ROW, in the town
of Rochester was given its first reading.
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F-1 Bluhm moved, Strain second to adopt Resolution No. 639-89 approving
the owner contract prepared by McGhie and Betts, Inc. for Basic
Construction in Wilshire Estates 4th Sub. Ayes (7), Nays (0).Motion
carried.
F-1 Strain moved, Bluhm second to adopt Resolution No. 640-89
approving an owner contract prepared by Yaggy Colby Associates for
Basic Construction in Lincolnshire III. Ayes (7), Nays (0).Motion
carried.
G-1 Hunziker moved, Canfield second to remove the Final Plan PUD for
The Aspens from the table. Ayes (7), Nays (0).Motion carried.
Alderman McConnell stated that after two years of dealing with this
project, he is ready to vote on this and favors the project.
Alderman Strain was concerned about the easements on the north
side of 4th St. and is the City satisfied with the way the street
will be widened.
Alderman Hunziker was concerned about the precedent the City may be
making if paying for replacing the driveways. He was told that
4th Street will have a temporary asphalt surface and that the steep
grade makes this an unusual si.tuation and a precedent may not be
set in this case.
Wishing to be heard was Tony Potech of 2412 4th St. S. W.
and is still concerned about the public safety of this project.
He stated that 26 additional homes being built in the area will be
putting an extra amount of traffic on this narrow road. Even if it
is widened it is still a safety hazard.He feels the development
should fix the road and the development in itself with 26 additional
houses does not fit the neighborhood. He also wondered if sidewalks
would be mandatory and if they would be paying for driveways.
Wishing to be heard was Karen Biel of 215 Highland Ct. S. W. and
stated that Rochester has a reputation for going for the best and
she does not think we are doing that in this case. By making this
road in a second rate way, having a question of safety being present,
and the traffic overload. She thinks if everyone worked together -
we would have the best.
Wishing to be heard was Hal Henderson, Dev. of the project.
He stated that he has worked with various staff from the City as
well as informing the residents and he was under the assumption that
everything was O.K. He did not understand.that the Council may
still have concerns that were not solved.
Alderman Hunziker•stated that the Council has had this request back
many times and he feels that this could have been designed better
in the first place. Alderman Hunziker stated that the Council did
not vote on the paving of the driveways, the safety factor is still
not addressed and is still a poor access to Aspens. Alderman
Strain stated that a private drive is still shown on the plat.
Mr. Henderson stated that it is a recorded easement ( driveway).
President Selby stated that this is not the best project that the
Council has to deal with. Alderman Hunziker stated that for the
following three reasons he will not be in favor of this project.
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1. Question of sidewalks in the project have not been answered
2. Driveways being paid for by the City
3. Easement of 4th St. and the road design is not good.
Alderman Canfield stated that you don't build . sidewalks on a
County Road.
Alderman Hunziker wondered if the easement on the top of this hill
in this project is made a part of the project. Jeff
Ellerbush of the Planning Dept. stated that the Aspens property
owner retained a 33 foot easement and their may be a possibility
that a public street or public road would be put across this area
in the future.
Having no further Council discussion, Bluhm moved, McConnell second
to approve this PUD subject to the following conditions:
1. Up-to-date Homeowners Association documents and covenants
will be submitted to incorporate the necessary items addressed
at this meeting.
2. Easements for the storm sewer pipe shall be prepared. A 10 foot
easement should be provided on lot 6 along the shared property
line of lot 5. A 20 foot easement on lot 6 should be provided
on the East side of the West property line that runs in a North
South direction. A 15 foot easement should be provided along th
West property line of the Glenn Miller property.
3. It was agreed that no sidewalk was necessary along Aspens Lane
west of Highland Court. A graded berm would be established
along the south side of Aspens Lane.
4. McGhie and Betts will provide Plan and Profit sheets for the
public streets. (Appens Lane and Highland Court.)
5. Roger Plumb will discuss with Fred Suhler how the contract for
the construction of the West side of Highland Court shall be
handled. The estimated price for this work was discussed. The
cost for the West half of Highland Court including the 6
driveways to be rebuilt is approximately $6,500.00.to
$8,100.00. The developer has agreed to pay for the three
driveways that remain in the township. The North three
driveways are to property that is annexed into the City,
therefore the City agrees to pay the cost of replacing them.
6. It has been determined that access rights exist. Mr. Plumb
has discussed this issue with Mr. Suhler
7. No sidewalks along Highland Court are necessary. A graded berm
shall be provided.
8. The widening of 4th Street would take place entirely on the Nort
side of the existing roadway at the present time. The Aspens
Development agrees to grant a 15 foot drainage and utility
easement along the South property line. The City will widen
(provide temporary) 4th Street.
9. The temporary development sign will be limited to 32 square
feet.
10. An updated narrative has been submitted.
11. The private drive easement shall be shown on the Final PUD
drawings and the 33 foot wide easement shall be shown on the
Final Plat for the Aspens. The private drive shall remain
as a future option.
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G-1 12. The'Developer has agreed to no driveway approaches off Highland
Court for lots 19-21 only. Lots 22, 23, 24 and 25 will be
permitted to have driveways off Highland Court.
Upon Roll call vote, Aldermen Bluhm, Canfield, McConnell and Solinger
voted aye. Ayes (4), Aldermen Hunziker and Strain and President
Selby voted nay. Nays (3). Motion carried. It was noted by the
City Attorney that this item passed by a 4-3 vote, however, the City
Attorney is instructed to prepare an -Ordinance for adoption ( see
F-1 items ) for a first reading. Upon adoption after the second
reading ( Nov. 16, 1989 ) this ordinance will have to be adopted by
a 5-2 and not more than.that figure. Res. 641A-89 was adopted.
G-2 Canfield moved, Solinger second to remove the Final Plat of
The Aspens from the table. Ayes (7), Nays (0).Motion carried.
Solinger moved, Canfield second to approve the plat subject to the
following six conditions:
1. The west half of the ROW for Highland Court where it abuts the
southeast corner of Outlot B should be shown to be available to the
City for street use by existing public records or b y the applicants
providing an easement for this section of needed ROW lying adjacent
to the last house on the west side of the H;i'ghland Court. Highland
Court is a road for which the ROW has only been established by use.
At the north end in front of the house at 211 Highland Court there
is a question if the government has ever used the entire length of
the lot frontage to its north line for street purposes. If it has
not been used, then the City has no legal right to assume it for
public street use.
2. The plat should show how the ROW for 4th Street adjacent to Lots
16-19 was established. Again, the 4th Street ROW -was never platted.
If -it exists by spearate easement we would like to plat to show
that for clarification. The street ROW is outside the boundaries
of the plat but it does help show how access is provided to lots
in this plat and therefore provides a service the public who will
use this plat in the future.
3. Easements for drainage must be provided depending on how the
developers decide to exit drainage from the site. Either easements
are needed over Lots 8 9 and Outlot C or over Lot 6 and the Glen
Miller tract to the north outside this plat.
4. Easements needed by: U.S. West to provide underground telephone
service should be provided. 10' wide easements are needed on parts
of lots 14-21. Also an easement is needed across Lot 9 unless the
City will agree to let U.S. West use part of the exising 50' wide
sewer and water easement on lots 8 and 9.
5. Access control should be shown along the ROW for Country Club
Road where it abuts;, Lots 8 and 9 and Outlot C as requested by
the County Engineer.
6. The developer must provide additional ROW for 4th Street S. W.
where it abuts the south side of this plat.if it is determined that
there is not enough area to widen 4th Street along this plat to make
a right turn lane as planned.
Ayes (7), Nays (0). Motion carried. Resolution No. 641-89 was adopte,
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RECORD OF OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE COMMON
CITY OF ROCHESTER, MINNESOTA
Adjourned Meeting No. 12 - October 16, 1989
COUNCIL
N° 3418
Bluhm moved, Strain second to approve the request for sharing the
cost on a 50% basis for the heating and air conditioning of the
Skyways in downtown Rochester. Alderman Solinger stated that he
feels that the contractors were aware of the fact that the skyways
had to be heated and cooled and does not feel the City should have
to pay for this. Alderman Hunziker agrees with Alderman Solinger
wondered if UMPTA did not pay for the skyway over 2nd St. Doug
Knott, Dev. Dist. Adm. stated that $204,000 was allocated to this
project.
Alderman Strain stated that the skyways are heated and cooled on the
ends but the distribution of the heat/cool thru the skyways was not
clearly defined and this has to be done and he feels that 50/50 is
fair since the problem was not addressed before.
Upon roll call vote, Aldermen Bluhm, Canfield, McConnell and Strain
voted aye. Ayes (4), and Aldermen Hunziker, Solinger and President
Selby voted nay. Nays (3). Motion carried.
Having no further business, Strain moved, Canfield second to adjourn
the meeting. Ayes (7), Nays (0).Motion carried.
City Clerk
Information -
Committee of the Whole Minutes for 9-25-89 and 10-2-89.
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