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President John Hunziker called the meeting to order at 7:00 P.M. with the
following member present: Councilmembers Mack Evans, Ed Hruska, Marcia
Marcoux, Jean McConnell, David Senjem and Walter Stobaugh. Absent: None.
A Hearing to Amend Rochester Code of Ordinances Chapter 80 - Human Rights
Ordinance.
Wishing to be heard was Kathy Schatzberg, representing the Human Rights
Commission. Ms. Schatzberg noted that the amendments were to update the
local ordinance to reflect State Statute. She outlined six points that the
Commission felt were notable for the changes. Ms. Schatzberg asked the
Council to endorse State law and approve the amendments.
The following individuals spoke in support of the amendments:
Donald Twentyman
931 Cabernet Lane N.W.
Father Nicklas Mezacapa
625 Folwell Lane S.W.
Mary Wallace
2510 23rd Avenue N.W
Barbara Larsen
945 Tenth Avenue N.E.
Mary Jasmin
3911 Villa Road N.W.
Bob Werner
3049 15th Avenue N.W.
Gerry Werven
3707 7th Street N.W.
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Brenda Vonahsen
33 Sixth Street N.W.
Heidi Grandson
1821 13th Avenue N.E.
Karen Croft
915 Seventh Avenue S.W.
The following individuals spoke against the approval of the amendments:
Howard Winholtz
1928 26th Avenue N.W.
Curtis Dean Machholz
Rochester
Gary McIntire
2006 Seventh Avenue N.E.
Chris Brandt
1034 Northern Valley Drive N.E.
Bruce Snyder
4349 Cimarron Court N.W.
Dan Holter
1934 Third Avenue N.E.
Howard Ives
4735 Countrywood Drive S.E
Char Derksen
2508 18th Avenue N.W.
Having heard a proportionate share of individuals expressing both sides of the
issue, President Hunziker closed the hearing.
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President Hunziker recognized Boy Scout Troop 321 from the United Methodist
Church.
Councilmember Stobaugh moved to amend Chapter 80 of the Rochester Code of
Ordinances to reflect State Statute. Motion failed for lack of second.
Councilmembers Evans moved, Hruska seconded, to deny amending Chapter 80
of the Rochester Code of Ordinances. Ayes (5), Nays (2). Motion carried.
Councilmember Stobaugh and President Hunziker voted nay.
B-2 A Hearing Relating to Disorderly Use of Property at 233 Seventh Avenue S.E.
Wishing to be heard was Jerry Weinrich, 1610 Fourth Street S.E., representing
the owner of the property, Vitalis Kapler. Mr. Weinrich explained the background
of the rental property stating that the Kapler's had two management agencies
renting for them which was not satisfactory. The last tenants they had obtained
on their own, attempted to evict them which resulted in a five month period
_ before they were actually gone. He said that Mr. Kapler only wants to sell the
property and is not interested in renting it out and does not object to revocation
of the license. He asked that no other penalties be imposed on Mr. Kapler.
Wishing to be heard was Judy Heller, 121 Seventh Avenue S.E. Ms. Heller told
of the intimidation, harassment, drug sales and vandalism that she and her
neighbors have experienced from tenants living in the property.
Wishing to be heard was Officer Michael Vik, 101 Fourth Street S.E.. Officer Vik
related the support that the Police Department gave the neighborhood in removal
of the tenants. He also noted that the owner of the property had not attended
any of the crime seminars offered through the Crime Resistance Unit nor sought
background information through the Rochester Police Department on any of the
tenants.
Councilmember Stobaugh read a letter from Officer Bruce Sherden of the Police
Department reciting the history of his work as the beat officer in the
neighborhood and, particularly, in his efforts with the neighborhood association to
remove the tenants.
Wishing to be heard was Steve Jensen, 303 Eighth Avenue S.E., also relating to
stories of drug buys, noise and other problems with the tenants.
Wishing to be heard was Vitalis Kapler, 1033 Forest Hills Drive S.W. Mr. Kapler
related his experience in trying to remove the tenants and the amount of time it
took. He stated that it was his intent to sell the property as soon as possible.
When asked about revoking the rental license for the property, he had no
objection.
Wishing to be heard was Jay Weichselbaum, President of the East Side Pioneer
Neighborhood Association. Mr. Weichselbaum stated that the Association did
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not feel that Mr. Kaplar should be penalized other than having the rental license
revoked.
Having no one further wishing to be heard, President Hunziker closed the
hearing.
Councilmembers Stobaugh moved, Hruska seconded, to revoke the rental
license and accept the revocation from Mr. Kaplar and instruct the City Attorney
to prepare Findings of Fact, Conclusions of Law, and Order. Ayes (7), Nays (0).
Motion carried.
Type III, Phase II Restricted Development Preliminary Plan #97-25 by Western
Digital Corporation for the development of facility to be used primarily for
research and development on land located along the east side of West Circle
Drive, west of the Douglas Trail and north of 41 st Street NW in a part of the SE
1/4, Section 17 and the NE 1/4, Section 20, Cascade Township, and US 63
South Intersection in Section 26, Rochester Township.
Mitzi Baker, Planning Department, noted that condition #4 had been amended to
include that the stormwater drainage and sedimentation basins on the site would
need to be approved by Rochester Public Works.
Wishing to be heard was Bill Tointon, McGhie and Betts, representing the
applicant. Mr. Tointon outlined the land and structure parameters of the project.
He noted that they were in agreement with all seven conditions and condition #4
as amended.
Wishing to be heard was Mark Utz, 300 Norwest Center, Alpha Realty Company.
Alpha Realty owns adjoining properties and supports the development of the
Western Digital project.
Having no one further wishing to be heard, President Hunziker closed the
hearing.
Councilmembers Evans moved, Stobaugh seconded, to adopt Resolution No.
640-97 approving Restricted Development Preliminary Plan #97-25 by Western
Digital Corporation. Ayes (7), Nays (0). Motion carried.
A Hearing on Annexation by Ordinance Petition #97-20 by Tory Keefe to annex
land located along the south side of 15th Street SE, west of Sunset Avenue SE,
consisting of Lots 1 & 2 and the east 16 feet of Lot 3, Block 4, Rose Harbor First
Subdivision and Lots 4 & 5, Block 4, Rose Harbor Fourth Subdivision, Section 7,
Marion Township.
Having no one wishing to be heard, President Hunziker closed the hearing.
Councilmember Stobaugh moved, McConnell seconded, to approve Ordinance
Petition #97-20 by Tory Keefe. Ayes (7), Nays (0). Motion carried.
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A Hearing on Final Plat #97-34 to be known as Bel Air Eighth Subdivision.
Dave Goslee, Deputy City Attorney, noted that Bob Suk, Attorney representing
the developer, called requesting approval subject to the City Attorney approving
association documents or private street agreements.
Wishing to be heard was Ken Meyer, 1102 34th Street N.W., representing his
neighborhood. Mr. Meyer stated that the neighborhood felt that this was a good
use for the property.
Having no one further wishing to be heard, President Hunziker closed the
hearing.
Councilmembers Senjem moved, Stobaugh seconded, to adopt Resolution No.
641-97 approving Final Plat #97-34 to be known as Bel Air Eighth Subdivision
with four conditions and subject to the City Attorney approving association
documents or private street agreements. Ayes (7), Nays (0). Motion carried.
B-fi A Hearing on Zoning District Amendment #97-11 by James Alker to R-3 property
legally described as Lots 32, 33, and 34, Block 1, Cascade Ridge Subdivision
located along the north side of 55th Street NW, between 26th Avenue NW and
28th Avenue NW in the SE 1/4, Section 9, Cascade Township.
Wishing to be heard was Wade Dumond, Yaggy-Colby Architects, representing
the developer, and available for any questions.
Having no one further wishing to be heard, President Hunziker closed the
hearing.
Councilmembers Stobaugh moved, Evans seconded, to approve Zoning District
Amendment #97-11 by James Alker with three findings. Ayes (7), Nays (0).
Motion carried.
B-7 A Hearing To Consider Levying Proposed Assessments for Sidewalk Project No.
4-1996 (J-9371) "New and Replacement Sidewalk and Concrete Curb & Gutter
on 4 1/2 Street N.W. and 4th Place N.W. from 11th Avenue N.W. to 16th Avenue
N.W.".
Having no one wishing to be heard, President Hunziker closed the hearing.
Councilmembers Marcoux moved, Stobaugh seconded, to adopt Resolution No.
642-97 levying proposed assessments for Sidewalk Project No. 4-1996 (J-9371)
"New and Replacement Sidewalk and Concrete Curb & Gutter on 4 1/2 Street
N.W. and 4th Place N.W. from 11th Avenue N.W. to 16th Avenue N.W.". Ayes
(7), Nays (0). Motion carried.
B-8 IA Hearing To Consider Local Improvement Project No. 6200-E-97 (J-9406)
"Reconstruct East Center Street from 11th Avenue to 15th Avenue".
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Councilmember Stobaugh noted a letter received from Vern Strauss, 6 13th
Avenue S.E., questioning the corner lot formula for assessing his property. The
Public Works Department will look into the matter and contact Mr. Strauss.
Having no one further wishing to be heard, President Hunziker closed the
hearing.
Councilmembers McConnell moved, Stobaugh seconded, to adopt Resolution
No. 643-97 approving Local Improvement Project No. 6200-E-97 (J-9406)
"Reconstruct East Center Street from 11th Avenue to 15th Avenue". Ayes (7),
Nays (0). Motion carried.
A Hearing to Consider levying proposed assessments for Project No. 6200-E-97
(J-9406) 'Reconstruct East Center Street from 11th Avenue to 15th Avenue".
Having no one wishing to be heard, President Hunziker closed the hearing.
Councilmembers Evans moved, Stobaugh seconded, to adopt Resolution No.
644-97 levying proposed assessments for Project No. 6200-E-97 (J-9406)
"Reconstruct East Center Street from 11th Avenue to 15th Avenue". Ayes (7),
Nays (0). Motion carried.
A Hearing to Consider Local Improvement Project No. 6217 1/2-2-97 (J-9450)
"Rehabilitate with Concrete Curb and Gutter 900 Block of 17 1/2 Street S.E."
Having no one wishing to be heard, President Hunziker closed the hearing.
Councilmembers Hruska moved, Marcoux seconded, to adopt Resolution No.
645-97 approving Local Improvement Project No. 6217 1/2-2-97 (J-9450)
"Rehabilitate with Concrete Curb and Gutter 900 Block of 17 1/2 Street S.E."
Ayes (7), Nays (0). Motion carried.
A Hearing to Consider levying proposed assessments for Project No. 6217 1/2-2-
97 (J-9450) "Rehabilitate with Concrete Curb and Gutter 900 Block of 17 1/2
Street S.E."
Having no one wishing to be heard, President Hunziker closed the hearing.
Councilmembers McConnell moved, Stobaugh seconded, to adopt Resolution
No. 646-97 levying proposed assessments for Project No. 6217 1/2-2-97 (J-
9450) 'Rehabilitate with Concrete Curb and Gutter 900 Block of 17 1/2 Street
S.E.". Ayes (7), Nays (0). Motion carried.
A Hearing to Consider Local Improvement Project No. 6201-3-95 (J-9330)
"Reconstruct 1st Street S.W. from 11th Avenue S.W. to 16th Avenue S.W.".
Having no one wishing to be heard, President Hunziker closed the hearing.
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Councilmembers Marcoux moved, Stobaugh seconded, to adopt Resolution No.
647-97 approving Local Improvement Project No. 6201-3-95 (J-9330)
"Reconstruct 1st Street S.W. from 11th Avenue S.W. to 16th Avenue S.W.".
Ayes (7), Nays (0). Motion carried.
B-13 A Hearing to Consider levying proposed assessments for Project No. 6201-3-95
(J-9330) 'Reconstruct 1st Street S.W. from 11th Avenue S.W. to 16th Avenue
S.W.".
Having no one wishing to be heard, President Hunziker closed the hearing.
Councilmembers Marcoux moved, Hruska seconded, to adopt Resolution No.
648-97 levying proposed assessments for Project No. 6201-3-95 (J-9330)
"Reconstruct 1st Street S.W. from 11th Avenue S.W. to 16th Avenue S.W.".
Ayes (7), Nays (0). Motion carried.
B-14 A Hearing to Consider Local Improvement Project No. 6110-92 (J-9215)
"Rehabilitate and Reconstruct 18th Avenue N.W. from 22nd Street N.W. to 37th
Street N.W.".
Having no one wishing to be heard, President Hunziker closed the hearing.
Councilmembers Senjem moved, Stobaugh seconded, to adopt Resolution No.
649-97 approving Local Improvement Project No. 6110-92 (J-9215) 'Rehabilitate
and reconstruct 18th Avenue N.W. from 22nd Street N.W. to 37th Street N.W.".
Ayes (7), Nays (0). Motion carried.
B-15 A Hearing to Consider levying proposed assessments for Project No. 6110-92 (J-
9215) "Rehabilitate and Reconstruct 18th Avenue N.W. from 22nd Street N.W. to
37th Street N.W.".
Having no one wishing to be heard, President Hunziker closed the hearing.
Jim Loehr, Public Works Department, noted that the project amount to be
assessed has been reduced from $111,725.00 to $110,860.00 and that the
assessment for the property located at 2606 18th Avenue N.W., Plat 1060 Parcel
00641, be reduced by $865.00.
Councilmembers McConnell moved, Senjem seconded, to adopt Resolution No.
650-97 levying proposed assessments for Project No. 6110-92 (J-9215)
"Rehabilitate and Reconstruct 18th Avenue N.W. from 22nd Street N.W. to 37th
Street N.W.". Ayes (7), Nays (0). Motion carried.
B-16 A Hearing on Final Plat #97-34 to be known as Salem Meadows.
Having no one wishing to be heard, President Hunziker closed the hearing.
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It was noted that the grading and drainage plans, private street agreements or
association documents have not been submitted or approved. Therefore, it was
recommended that the hearing be continued to the December 1 st, 1997 meeting.
Councilmembers Evans moved, Marcoux seconded, to continue the hearing for
Final Plat #97-34 to be known as Salem Meadows to the December 1st, 1997
meeting. Ayes (7), Nays (0). Motion carried.
A Hearing on Zoning District Amendment #97-12 by Venstar Corporation to
rezone from M-2 to M-1 property located north of the relocated Cascade Creek,
south of 19th Street NW and west of West Circle Drive in the Southeast Quarter
of Section 29, Cascade Township.
Having no one wishing to be heard, President Hunziker closed the hearing.
Councilmembers Senjem moved, Stobaugh seconded, to approve Zoning District
Amendment #97-12 by Venstar Corporation with three findings. Ayes (7), Nays
(0). Motion carried.
A Hearing on the Proposed Assessment for Weed Eradication, Tree Removal,
Debris Removal and Delinquent Electric/Sewer/Water.
Having no one wishing to be heard, President Hunziker closed the hearing.
Councilmembers Evans moved, Stobaugh seconded, to adopt Resolution No.
651-97 levying the assessments for Weed Eradication, Tree Removal, Debris
Removal and Delinquent Electric/Sewer/Water. Ayes (7), Nays (0). Motion
carried.
A Hearing to Revoke the On -Sale Intoxicating (Exclusive) Liquor License for
Hinck's Lounge, Incorporated DBA Rochescheer.
Having no one wishing to be heard, President Hunziker closed the hearing.
It was recommended that no action be taken as the licensee has paid the
second half of the liquor license.
Councilmembers Evans moved, Stobaugh seconded, to approve the following
consent agenda items:
Approval of the minutes of the November 3, 1997 council meeting.
Adopt Resolution No. 652-97 calling for a public hearing on December 15, 1997
to adopt the Development Program for the Development District and establish a
new Tax Increment Financing District No. 9-1 for the Western Digital project.
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Adopt Resolution No. 653-97 calling for a pubic hearing on December 15, 1997
on the proposed grant application from the Department of Trade and Economic
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Development to assist in the development of the Western Digital Project in
Rochester.
C-3 Adopt Resolution No. 654-97 executing a change order with Benike Construction
in the amount of $667.13 for Airport terminal building roofing repairs.
C-4 I Approve the following licenses and miscellaneous activities:
Cigarettes - Over the Counter
Kwik Trip, 4120 Highway 52 North
Gambling - Premise Permit
National Multiple Sclerosis Society at Rochescheer Pub & Grill
Master Plumber
Bruce Willson DBA St. Charles Plumbing & Heating, St. Charles
Sign Installation
Ace Sign Displays, Inc., South Sioux City, Iowa
House Moving
Progressive Movers, House from 1831 16th Avenue N.W. to. Dodge
County - November 24, 1997
C-5 Approve Accounts Payable in the amount of $1,347,633.99.
C-6 Approve the Quarterly Investment Report from the Department of Finance.
C-7 Adopt Resolution No. 655-97 authorizing the City Clerk to advertise for bids on
December 2, 1997 for One Year's Supply of Anhydrous Ferric Chloride and
Liquid Aluminum Sulfate for the Water Reclamation Plant.
C-8 Adopt Resolution No. 656-97 entering into an amendment to the consulting
services agreement with Olmsted County for the services of Barbara Huberty as
the City's Project Manager on the landfill and lagoon remedial action plan.
C-9 Adopt Resolution No. 657-97 reapportioning the previously levied assessments
for Plat 2870 Parcels 01801 and 02801 (Macken Funeral Home and
Crematorium) for Curb and Gutter Project No. J-9388 "Construction of Concrete
Curb and Gutter on West Side of 11th Avenue SE from 10 1/2 Street to 12th
Street SE, East Side of 11th Avenue SE from 11 1/2 Street to 12th Street SE,
South Side of 17 1/2 Street NW from 19th Avenue to 21st Avenue NW and
replacement of Concrete Curb and Gutter on the West Side of 5th Avenue SW
from 5th Street SW to approximately 200 Feet North".
C-10 Adopt Resolution 658-97 entering into a utility connection agreement with
property owners in Hillcrest Subdivisions for Projects J-9353 and J-8569, record
the utility connection agreement, authorize the levying of unpaid charges against
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a property if payment of the connection charges and availability fees are not
made by December 1, 1999, and levying a supplemental assessment against a
property if not connected to the public sanitary sewer and watermain system by
December 1, 2001.
Adopt Resolution 659-97 entering into a utility connection agreement with
property owners in Riverview Subdivisions for Project J-9352, record the utility
connection agreement, authorize the levying of unpaid charges against a
property if payment of the connection charges and availability fees are not made
by December 1, 1999, and levying a supplemental assessment against a
property if not connected to the public sanitary sewer and watermain system by
December 1, 2001.
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Adopt Resolution 660-97 amending paragraph (270) of Section B "No Parking
Zones" of the Comprehensive Traffic & Parking Resolution book to read:
(270) 55th Street N.W. on both sides of the street from Trunk Highway
52 to West River Road (County Road 133), at all times.
Adopt Resolution 661-97 adding paragraph (10) of Section A "Angle Parking
Zones" of the Comprehensive Traffic & Parking Resolution Book to read:
(10) Fifth Avenue S.W., on the east side, from 6th Street S.W. to the
alley south of 6th Street (70 degree angle parking), and
Authorize the City Clerk to publish notice of a Public Hearing for 7:00 P.M. on
December 15, 1997 to consider the establishment of Residential Parking Zone
#6 (Edison Area) on the following streets between the hours of 9:00 A.M. to 5:00
P.M., Monday through Friday:
a) 5th Avenue S.W. from 6th Street to 7th Street.
b) 7th Street S.W. from the alley east of 5th Avenue to the alley west
of 5th Avenue
Adopt Resolution 662-97 adding paragraph XXI to Section N "School Speed
Zones" of the Comprehensive Traffic & Parking Resolution Book to read:
(XXI) John Adams Middle School on 31 st Street N.W. from 15th Avenue
to 18th Avenue (20 mph), and
Approve the following sidewalks as needed for student walking to John Adams
Middle School: the east side of 18th Avenue N.W. from 41 st Street to 45th
Street; and on the east side of 11th Avenue from 34th Street to 37th Street, and
Proclaim September 1998 as "School Speed Zone Month" to draw more attention
to this new Zone and the other existing zones.
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Ayes (7), Nays (0). Motion carried.
C-12 Councilmember Senjem asked about the truck route for 18th Avenue N.W. He
was told that 18th Avenue has been an existing truck route up to 37th Street in
the past (county).
Councilmembers Senjem moved, Stobaugh seconded, to approve the
amendment to the Truck Route Ordinance by adding the following routes to
Section 135.08 and to instruct the City Attorney to prepare the required
ordinance for adoption.
1) 55th Street N.W. from TH 52 to West River Road (County Road
133), 9-ton year-round.
2) 19th Street N.w. from West Circle Drive (CSAH 22) to Valleyhigh
Drive N.W., 10-ton year-round.
Ayes (7), Nays (0). Motion carried.
D-1 No one wished to be heard.
E-1 Gary Neumann asked that the Council approve retaining Messerli & Kramer for
the 1998 Legislative Services for a retainer fee of up to $50,000.
Councilmembers Marcoux moved, Stobaugh seconded, to adopt Resolution No.
663-97 retaining Messerli & Kramer for the 1998 Legislative Services for a
retainer fee of $50,000 plus out of pocket and disbursement costs not to exceed
$500.00. Discussion.
Some Councilmembers were frustrated and concerned about having to use
lobbyists to promote city needs at the legislative levels. They felt that the current
staff were as effective in knowing and promoting sales tax and bonding issues
and other city interests. Gary Neumann, Assistant City Adminstrator, told the
council that they are not as knowledgeable nor know all of the people to inform
about city issues. It is necessary to have the trained lobbyists.
Ayes (5), Nays (2). Motion carried. Councilmembers Evans and McConnell
voted nay.
E-2 Councilmembers Senjem moved, Stobaugh seconded, to adopt Resolution No.
664-97 to initiate appropriate proceedings in order to acquire the Woolworth
Building at Second Street S.W. and South Broadway for the Healthco
Redevelopment Project. Ayes (7), Nays (0). Motion carried.
E-3 Councilmembers Stobaugh moved, Evans seconded, to adopt Resolution No.
665-97 approving an amendment to the Development Agreement for the old city
hall to December 15, 1997. Discussion.
Mac Hamilton, Hamilton Realty, noted that they (developers) have asked for the
extension due to the difficulty in obtaining financing. The high rents and unusual
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nature of the project have contributed to the difficulty. Doug Knott, Downtown
Development Director, recommended Council approval of the extension saying
that their is not another use for the building in the foreseeable future and this
would be the best use of the property.
Councilmembers Stobaugh moved, Evans seconded, to amend the original
motion extending the amendment to December 31, 1997. Ayes (7), Nays (0).
Motion carried.
Councilmembers voted on the original motion with amendment. Ayes (7), Nays
(0). Motion carried.
Councilmembers Evans moved, Hruska seconded, to adopt Resolution No. 666-
97 entering into a purchase order with Electric Utility Supply Company for one
1000kVA and one 2500kVA Distribution Transformers at a cost not to exceed
$40,735.00. Ayes (7), Nays (0). Motion carried.
Councilmembers Senjem moved, Stobaugh seconded, to adopt Resolution No.
667-97 closing completed improvement projects and transferring unexpended
balances pursuant to the City Charter, Section 11.10 and approving transfer of
funds pursuant to resolution. Ayes (7), Nays (0). Motion carried.
Councilmembers McConnell moved, Stobaugh seconded, to accept the donation
of EMS delivery equipment for the Rochester Fire Department Hazardous
Materials Emergency Response Team from Steven Belau. Ayes (7), Nays (0).
Motion carried.
Councilmembers Stobaugh moved, Evans seconded, to adopt Resolution No.
668-97 approving the First Amendment to Memorandum of Agreement Between
the City of Rochester and the Rochester Board of Park Commissioners for the
Rochester Civic Music Department's booking function for the Mayo Civic Center.
Ayes (7), Nays (0). Motion carried.
Councilmembers Senjem moved, Stobaugh seconded, to approve the Asbestos
Inspection/Sampling Survey by NOVA for $11,990.00. Ayes (7), Nays (0).
Motion carried.
Councilmembers Hruska moved, Stobaugh seconded, to adopt Resolution No.
669-97 approving Annexation Petition #97-18 by Wayne and Beverly Thede and
G. A. Nelson Company of Rochester to initiate Orderly Annexation on 39.2 acres
of land located along the north side of 55th Street N.W. and the west side of 18th
Avenue N.W. in the SE 1/4 of the SW 1/4, Section 10, Cascade Township. Ayes
(7), Nays (0). Motion carried.
Councilmembers Senjem moved, Stobaugh seconded, to adopt Resolution No.
670-97 approving Annexation Petition #97-21 by Bryce Prow to initiate Orderly
Annexation on 10 acres of land located along the south side of Valleyhigh Road
N.W. and east of West Circle Drive in a part of the SE 1/4 of Section 20,
Cascade Township. Ayes (7), Nays (0). Motion carried.
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E-11 Councilmembers McConnell moved, Marcoux seconded, to adopt Resolution No.
671-97 levying the proposed assessments for Storm Sewer Project No. 1997 (J-
9405) "Storm Sewer and Drain Tile for Rear Yard Drainage at 42nd Street and
43rd Street N.W. in the Southwest Corner of the Intersection". Ayes (7), Nays
(0). Motion carried.
E-12 Councilmembers Hruska moved, Stobaugh seconded, to adopt Resolution No.
672-97 adding Section Q "Safe Speed Zone on Roads with Bike Lanes" to the
Comprehensive Traffic & Parking Resolution Book, with paragraph (1) to read:
(1) Pinewood Road, from 11th Avenue S.E. to 30th Avenue (35 mph).
Ayes (7), Nays (0). Motion carried.
E-13 Councilmembers Senjem moved, Stobaugh seconded, to adopt Resolution No.
673-97 authorizing payment of Supplemental Agreement #1 for Project No. 6255-
94 (J-9270) "Reconstruction of 55th Street N.W. from Fairway Drive to 50th
Avenue N.W.". Ayes (7), Nays (0). Motion carried.
E-14 Councilmembers Evans moved, Stobaugh seconded, to withdraw the proposed
policies for Public Works fees for 1998 until a later time. Ayes (7), Nays (0).
Motion carried.
F-2a An Ordinance Annexing to the City of Rochester Approximately 1.79 Acres of
Land Located in Rose Harbor 1st and 4th Subdivisions, All in Section 7,
Township 106 North, Range 13 West, Olmsted County, Minnesota, was given a
first reading. (south side of 15th Street SE, west of Sunset Avenue SE, Rose
Harbor 1st and 4th - Tory Keefe)
F-2b An Ordinance Rezoning Certain Property from the PUD R76 District to the R-3
District and Amending Ordinance No. 2785, Known as the Zoning Ordinance and
Land Development Manual of the City of Rochester, Minnesota, was given a first
reading. (north side of 55th Street N.W., between 26th Avenue and 28th Avenue
N.W., Cascade Ridge subdivision - James Alker)
F-2c An Ordinance Rezoning Certain Property From the M-2 District to the M-1 District
and Amending Ordinance No. 2785, Known as the Zoning Ordinance and Land
Development Manual of the City of Rochester, Minnesota, was given a first
reading. (north of relocated Cascade Creek, south of 19th Street N.W., west of
West Circle Drive - Venstar Corporation)
F-2d An Ordinance Amending and Reenacting Section 135.08 of the Rochester code
of Ordinances, Relating to the Designation of Truck Routes, was given a first
reading.
F-3a An Ordinance Creating and enacting Chapter 57 of the Rochester Code of
Ordinances, Relating to the Regulation of Alarm Systems in the City of
Rochester, was given a second reading.
RECORD OF OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE COMMON COUNCIL
5120 CITY OF ROCHESTER, MINNESOTA
Regular A urned Meeting No- 26 - Novemher 17, 1997
Agenda
Item
F-4a
Councilmembers Stobaugh moved, Senjem seconded, to amend the Ordinance
to make the effective date of the Ordinance January 1, 1998. Ayes (7), Nays (0).
Motion carried.
Councilmembers Stobaugh moved, Senjem seconded, to approve the Ordinance
as read and amended. Ayes (7), Nays (0). Motion carried.
Councilmembers Senjem moved, Stobaugh seconded, to adopt Resolution No.
674-97 entering into an Owner Contract with Carriage Homes, Inc. and Friedrich
Construction for Project No. J-9446 "Watermain Extension to Serve Carriage
Homes - Phase II". Ayes (7), Nays (0). Motion carried.
Having no further business, Councilmembers McConnell moved, Stobaugh
seconded, to adjourn the meeting. Ayes (7), Nays (0). Motion carried.
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Citi Clerk
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