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HomeMy WebLinkAbout02-10-1992 Council Minutesi MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ORONO COUNCIL MEETING HELD FEBRUARY 10, 1992 ROLL The Council met on the above date with the following members present: Mayor Barbara Peterson, Councilmembers Gabriel Jabbour, Edward Callahan, and J. Diann Goetten. Mary Butler was absent. The following represented the City staff: City Administrator Ron Moorse, Public Works Director John Gerhardson, Building & Zoning Administrator Jeanne Mabusth, Assistant Planning and Zoning Administrator Michael Gaff ron, Septic Manager Stephen Weckman, City Attorney Tom Barrett, CI %ty Engineer Glenn Cook and City Recorder Teri Naab. Mayor Peterson called the meeting to order at 7:00 P.M. ( #1) CONSENT AGENDA Goetten removed Item #11. Mayor Peterson added Item #9. Callahan removed Items #5 and 13. It was moved by Callahan, seconded by, Goetten, to approve the Consent Agenda, with the exception of Items #5, 11 and 13, and with the addition of Item #9. Ayes 4, nays 0. Motions for all items adopted by consent agenda will be included in the minutes in their respective numerical order. ( * #2) APPROVAL OF MINUTES It was moved by Callahan, seconded by Goetten, to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of the Orono Council held on January 27, 1992. Ayes 4, nays 0. ( #3) PARK COMMISSION APPLICANT INTERVIEWS Mayor Peterson announced that Les Kelley had passed away that week, and on behalf of the City Council, the Planning Commission and the Park Commission wished extended their sincere condolences to the Kelley family. Mark Johnson, 1025 Heritage Lane Johnson explained that he is interested in the baseball situation i n Orono and the need for a fac it i ty. He noted he has l I ved I n the City for 4 1/2 years and would like to get more involved with City Issues. He felt that the City could be spending more on park -type improvements. R MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ORONO COUNCIL MEETING HELD FEBRUARY 10, 1992 PARK COMMISSION APPLICANT INTERVIEWS — CONT. Mayor Peterson asked if Johnson was familiar with the Park Commission's current projects. Johnson noted that he was familiar with the bike /hike trail, and stated he had not attended any of the Park Commission meetings. Lill Tod McMillan, 1275 Lyman Avenue McMillan noted that she had reviewed the minutes from the 1991 Park Commission meetings and realized the Commission is dealing with many issues. Mayor Peterson asked if she was aware that the Commission is looking to develop a master park plan for the City. McMillan asked if that would be an update of the current plan. Mayor Peterson asked what McMillan felt was the most important issue before the Commission. McMillan felt that the Crystal Bay site was the most pressing Issue. She also felt the Commission should look to the citizens for input in the development of the comprehensive park plan. Goetten asked her opinion of the bike /hike trail opportunity. McMillan felt it was an important part of the City's park system, and felt it was a more complex issue because of the many organizations involved with the development of the trail. Dana Mock, 80 Hackberry Hill Mock noted she has lived in Orono for 5 years and has a 1 year old child. She felt that the safety of children using the park equipment was very important. Mayor Peterson asked if she had attended any of the Park Commission meetings, and asked what she felt was the most important issue the Commission was currently dealing with. Mock noted she had not attended any of the meetings, but felt that safety of those using the parks was very important. She noted the park system could use more organization, such as Hackberry Hill has a basketball hoop with grass under it, which is unusable. She felt that neighborhood watches should be organized. K i w' j MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ORONO COUNCIL MEETING HELD FEBRUARY 10, 1992 1 PARK COMMISSION APPLICANT INTERVIEWS Robert Howells, 1423 Park Drive Howells noted he has been a resident of Orono since age 2. He is a retired school teacher, football and baseball coach, and has worked for Hennepin County Parks. He noted since he is retired he has more time to dedicate to civic duties. He felt the nature park near;him could be upgraded. He noted he had not attended any of the meetings of the Park Commission. Catherine E. Miller, 1635 Shadywood Road Miller stated she has lived in Orono for the past 25 years and has come to appreciate the park system even more with her grandchildren. She noted she has not attended any current Park Commission meetings, but went to the meeting where the Commission decided that a dock would not be installed at Sandy Beach. She noted that she had not been notified of that meeting and felt that there should be a-dock provided. Miller stated that she has more time to get involved with issues of the City. Mayor Peterson announced that the Council will decide who will be appointed to the Park Commission at their February 24th meeting. Goetten noted that many of the applicants had noted comments or suggestions on their application about the park system, and urged them to contact either Gerhardson or Dick Flint to relay those thoughts. Tim Pattrin, 1360 Railroad Avenue - Unable to attend the meeting. PLANNING COMMISSION COMMENTS - MAUREEN BELLOWS, REPRESENTATIVE Mayor Peterson asked Bellows to confirm the Planning Commission's position regarding the sewer plant property.' Bellows noted that the Commission felt It was inappropriate to sell off 2 lots for residential development, and' felt-the entire area should be retained as a nature area. PUBLIC COMMENTS Skip Madge, 855 Forest Arms Lane Madge asked the Council to compare Orono's ordinance on loose dogs with Mound's ordinance. K3 t. � MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ORONO COUNCIL MEETING HELD FEBRUARY 10, 1992 PUBLIC COMMENTS — CONT. Mayor Peterson asked Moorse to have the Police Chief contact Mr. Madge regarding his concerns. Goetten,reminded them that Orono is a rural area, and agreed that the Council should address Madge's problem but did not feel a need to change the ordinance. ( #4) #1470 & #1706 WILLIAM & EVELYN KNAPP, 4300 BAYSIDE ROAD — PRELIMINARY SUBDIVISION /PRD — RESOLUTION #3069 \William and Evelyn Knapp were present for this application. Moorse explained this is an application for conditional use permit approval for a PRD for a three lot subdivision.which has received conceptual approval from the Council. He noted the PRD incorporates the conditions and special setbacks for the property. Mabusth explained the resolution does not yet incorporate the special setbacks for accessory structures. She explained that because of the covenant that would restrict building within areas in excess of 18% slope, two of the lots will be greatly impacted and therefore it is being suggested that special consideration be given in placing accessory structures in front of the front line of the principal structure. Knapp stated that the existing residence on the property would need to be expanded to be in keeping with the surrounding neighborhood properties. Mabusth noted that the current code does not allow a credit for dry buildable of areas in excess of 18% slopes. The code does not stated that you cannot build in such areas. She explained that this condition was imposed to minimize the impact on the trees on the property. She felt that a detailed survey would show areas where the existing residence could be expanded which would be out of the 18% slope limitation area. Goetten asked why they should grant a variance for accessory structures in advance. Mabusth indicated that they were creating restricted building setbacks. She noted that with a PRD is it common to create special setbacks, we had already in approving 2 acre standards for the proposed 2 to 3 acre pads. It should be the goal of a PRD to minimize future variances. 4 } MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ORONO COUNCIL MEETING HELD FEBRUARY 10, 1992 ZONING FILE #1470 & #1706 - CONT. Mayor Peterson asked how the Planning Commission felt on this issue. Mabusth- indicated there 'was no discussion on this issue by the Planning Commission. Be I I ows stated that the i ssue was not c I ear fel °t that when creating a PRD, parameters be established at the beginning. Mabusth noted that in addition to the 50' lot line for an accessory structure, she setback from the private drive be establis to the Commission. She for development should setback from the front is recommending a 50' hed. It was moved by Mayor Peterson, seconded by Goetten, to adopt Resolution #3069 to be amended to include special setbacks for accessory structures for Application #1470 and #1706 William and Evelyn Knapp, 4300 Bays ide Road, granting preliminary approval of a Class III subdivision and conceptually approving a conditional use permit for a PRD of 3 residential units. Ayes 4, nays 0. -Knapp thanked staff for all the hard work they have done with regards to this application. ( #5) #1661 S. MCCLOUD, RECORD LOTS 16 AND 22, BIG-ISLAND - SUBDIVISION OF A LOT'LINE REARRANGEMENT--.RESOLUTION #3070 Moorse explained that this application is a lot line rearrangement, which provides legal lake access-for a parcel. Gaffron noted that in 1983 when the City designated record lots on Big Island, Record Lot 22 retained a strip along the lakeshore adjacent to another parcel. That strip will now be combined with the adjacent parcel. He noted once that- has been completed, the City will grant the automatic lot area variance to both parcels. He noted that the application had received preliminary approval from the Planning Commission prior to the adoption of the subdivision moratorium. It was moved by Callahan, seconded by Mayor Peterson, to adopt Resolution #3070 for Application #1661 for; S. McCloud, Record Lots 16 and 22, Big Island, for a subdivision of a lot line rearrangement. Ayes 4, nays 0. 1.7 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ORONO COUNCIL MEETING HELD FEBRUARY.10, 1992 ( #6) #1700 DALE MCCURDY, 4041 NORTH SHORE DRIVE - VARIANCE Moorse explained this application is a request for a variance to allow the construction of a second story deck onto an existing structure. He noted there is a difference of opinion about whether this deck was ever previously approved. He noted that with any variance application, an updated survey would be required, but the applicant has indicated that he does not wish to supply the City with an updated survey because of the cost. ' Mabusth stated that when McCurdy filed the after - the -fact variance application, he appealed the request for an updated survey. At that time, staff noted discrepancies with the original survey, noting excesses of hardcover within the 0 -75' area and changes in the driveway. Mabusth noted that the applicant has indicated he will allow the partially built deck to remain on the property without approval and hold the City liable for any accidents the partial deck may cause. It was moved by Mayor Peterson, seconded by Goetten, to deny Dale McCurdy's request for special exception to the requirement of an updated survey be provided, and that he has 60 days to submit an updated survey, and if that deadline is not met, directs the City to proceed with whatever penalties are appropriate. Ayes 4, nays 0. Jabbour asked if a survey was required of all applicants regarding issues such as this. Mabusth indicated in the affirmative, and stated the staff has acted consistently with this application as with other similar applications. ( #7) #1704 C. ARNOLD CARLSON /DARLOW MADGE, 855/875 FOREST ARMS LANE - CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT /VARIANCE - RESOLUTION #3071 Mr. & Mrs. Darlow Madge and C. Arnold Carlson were present. Moorse explained that applicants are requesting approval of alterations to a drainage ditch, which have been completed, and for realignment of a drainage area so it functions better. Goetten stated that these properties handle the drainage for the surrounding area. 6 J t MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ORONO COUNCIL MEETING HELD FEBRUARY 10, 1992 ZONING FILE #1704 — CONT. Mayor Peterson asked if this solution would be In place of a storm sewer system. Cook indicated that if installed and maintained properly, it would replace a storm sewer system. Callahan asked who would bear the cost of Installation and maintenance. Gerhardson noted the property owners would install the system, and if there was a public easement over the property, it would be the City's responsibility to maintain the system. Mabusth noted that there is a public easement. Richard Lee, property owners'' designer, Indicated he felt there should be very little maintenance. Madge requested that a screen be added to the manhole at the street to eliminate some of the sediment build up. It was moved by Jabbour, seconded by Goetten, to adopt Resolution #3071 for Application #1704 for C. Arnold Carlson and Dar Iow Madge of 855 and 875 Forest Arms Lane, approving a conditional use permit and variance to the realignment and installation of a drainage ditch. Ayes 4, nays 0. Carlson asked the Council to consider the waiving of the permit fees in lieu of the'fact that the property owners were bearing the cost of installation. Mayor Peterson noted that they would consider the request. ( #8) #1708 & #1709 JUDSON DAYTON, 825 OLD CRYSTAL BAY ROAD SOUTH — VARIANCE /CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT — RESOLUTION #3072 f Judson Dayton was present for this application. Moorse explained that this is a variance to allow an addition to an oversized accessory structure and a conditional use permit to renovate a former caretaker apartment. Goetten stated the Planning Commission requested the applicant to apply for a conditional use permit for the existing caretaker's residence on the property. 7 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ORONO COUNCIL MEETING HELD FEBRUARY 10, 1992 ZONING FILE #1708 & #1709 - CONT. Mabusth explained there was no record of conditional use approval for that structure, but noted improvements for that residence are not currently being proposed. Dayton noted that the existing caretaker structure had been added onto about 5 -8 years ago. Mabusth noted she found no record of a building permit for the addition. Barrett felt that although the structure is not directly tied to these applications, it would be wise to require conditional use approval at this time.. It was moved by Goetten, seconded by Mayor Peterson, to adopt Resolution #3072 for Applications #1708 and #1709 for Judson Dayton for property at 825 Old Crystal Bay Road south for a variance and conditional use permit, and requesting the applicant to apply for a conditional use permit for the existing caretaker's residence. Ayes 4, nays 0. .. ( * #9) #1710 RICHARD BLOOMQUIST, 3333 SHORELINE DRIVE— VARIANCE - RESOLUTION #3073 It was moved by Callahan, seconded by Goetten, to adopt Resolution #3073 for Application #1710 for Richard Bloomquist of 3333 Shoreline Drive, approving a variance for a salt storage shed. Ayes 4, nays 0. ( #10) SEPTIC ORDINANCE AMENDMENT - ORDINANCE #100, SECOND SERIES Mayor Peterson asked if the amendment had anything to do with the fact that the State is currently issuing well permits. Goetten asked if the City would ever hope to regain the authority to oversee well installations. Weckman noted he has monitored the State inspectors to see what they are concerned with in the installation of wells. He noted he is working with the State to receive well information . on a regular basis. He noted some well drillers still check with the City for we I I s'i t es . Callahan asked about the licensing provision in the amendment. Weckman explained they would license site evaluators, which would ensure they have passed the MPCA septic course. 8 _ MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ORONO COUNCIL MEETING HELD FEBRUARY 10, 1992 s` SEPTIC ORDINANCE AMENDMENT - CONT. It was moved by Mayor Peterson, seconded by Goetten, to adopt Ordinance #100, Second Series, septic ordinance amendment as proposed. Ayes 4, nays 0. ( #1.1) MARINA LICENSE APPLICATION UPDATE Goetten expressed concern that the Lake Use Committee was not scheduled to meet for another month, and felt that with spring fast approaching this issue should be addressed immediately. She suggested the Committee also .look at the B -2 zoning district. She asked Barrett how far the City could push marina owners to comply with the ordinances. Barrett noted the City has a right to focus licensing authority on issues that relate to th.e shore -side impacts created by these marinas. He cautioned them that water -side issues,are out of the City's jurisdiction. Moorse reviewed that when the marina ordinances were adopted they were quite restrictive and therefore variances were granted to existing marinas. He suggested they review exactly what has been approved for each marina. Jabbour noted that residents of Orono are concerned how Orono is treating marina owners. He questioned Orono's liability in letting certain marinas to have financial advantage by not making them pay for an-annual license. Barrett felt the City would not be liable for such actions, but felt the City wou I d' be best served by consistent enforcement of the ordinances. JoEIIen Hurr felt it was advantageous for the City and the LMCD to jointly look at these issues and she encouraged the City to issue licenses to marinas. Callahan reviewed that it has become very expensive for the City to enforce its marina ordinance in relation. to the benefit and noted in the past the LMCD has been considered by the City to be regulator of the marinas. He pointed out the event at a marina on Brown's Bay when the LMCD just went ahead and reacted to the problem. He stated that the marinas are having some financial difficulty, and noted that they do perform a service to the public and the removal of the marinas to be replaced by fishing boats is not a desireable move. He pointed out that many residential lots i n Orono are gu i I ty of stor i ng j unk, j ust as the mar i nas are gu i 1 ty of such storage. D MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ORONO COUNCIL MEETING HELD FEBRUARY 10, 1992 1 MARINA LICENSE APPLICATION UPDATE — CONT. Jabbour noted that no one on the Council 1s advocating that the marinas be replaced with boat launches. He stated that the Council requires residents to uphold the ordinances and felt they should do the same with marina owners. He noted that if the Council is going to allow marinas to have excessive density on their property, it should be acknowledged and monitored, and conditions of such should be incorporated within the license. , Callahan noted that the Lake Use Committee was established to review this situation and decide whether to make changes or enforce the current code: Hurr stated that Gay Ie's Marina was required to replace trees many years ago, and they have never completed with such requirement. She f I t the C i ty shou I d force the mar i nas to f I I ow the ord i nances the same as they do the residents. Jabbour suggested that licenses approved in the past should be reviewed by staff for conditions set for each marina, and, the Committee should establish whether those conditions are reasonable. Mayor Peterson established the next Lake Use Committee meeting for Thursday, February 27, 1992 at 7:45 a.m. in the Council Chambers. ( * #12) JOINT USE DOCK LICENSES - RESOLUTIONS #3074, 3075, 3076, 3077, 3078, 3079, 3080 & 3081 It was moved by Callahan, seconded following resolution approving a 1992 Foxhill Homeowners' Association Minnetonka Power Squadron Walter's Port Sandy Beach Victoria Estates Rhode /Enlow /Lindahl Forest Arms Navarre Cove Ayes 4, nays 0. MAYOR /COUNCIL REPORT by Goetten, to adopt the Joint Use Dock License: Resolution # 3074 3075 3076 3077 3078 3079 3080 3081 A. Mayor Peterson noted that Sara Moos has. Indicated she no longer wishes to serve on the Planning Commission or the Facility Design Committee. 10 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ORONO COUNCIL MEETING HELD FEBRUARY 10, 1992 MAYOR /COUNCIL REPORT - CONT. B. Mayor Peterson reminded the Council of the AMM reception, which is to be held the same evening as the LMCD's 25th aniversary dinner. j C. Mayor Peterson reminded the Council to return their draft scoping document comments by February 11, 1992. D. `Mayor Peterson reviewed Long Lake's desire to ban personal watercraft from the east end of the lake. Gerhardson stated that the DNR passed legislation regarding this type of watercraft, and there was an understanding between Long Lake and Orono that they would wait and see what effect that legislation would. have, and if needed, an addition to that ordinance would be added. E. Mayor Peterson requested the Council be sent the Park Commission agendas. k F. Goetten advised the Council that Les Kelley had served on the Park Commission for approximately 20 years. She suggested the City dedicate a memorial site or garden at the new City facility site. Callahan suggested that they name a new park after Kelley. G. Jabbour added that he had received many calls requesting the City to reconsider their position on Highway 12, and change that position to a "no- build" option. H. Jabbour noted that residents have called him regarding the fire truck which was out of service. Moorse noted that the one tanker with a problem, is operational in the event of a fire, but a small pump used for miscellaneous services is-in need of repair. ( #13) FEASIBILITY STUDY - WILLOW DRIVE - RESOLUTION #3082 Callahan reviewed that this is a proposed Improvement to Willow Drive between Highway 12 and County Road 6, and asked if that was the area that the County was willing to help improve. Gerhardson noted that the County has removed that project from its capital improvement plan. 11 . MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ORONO COUNCIL MEETING HELD FEBRUARY 10, 1992 FEASIBILITY STUDY WILLOW DRIVE - CONT. Goetten stated she thought that was a part of the improvement scheduled for 1993. Gerhardson noted that i s on I y for the s i gna I I i ght at W i I I ow Dr i ve. He noted they are working with MnDot to coordinate both the upgrade to Willow Drive and the installation of the signal light. It was moved by Callahan, seconded by Mayor Peterson, to adopt Resolution #3082 directing the City Engineer to prepare a feasibility study for the upgrade of.Willow Drive from Highway 12 to County Road 6. Ayes 4, nays 0. ( #14) BID AWARD - WATER TOWER f Moorse explained this is a tabulation of bids received for the installation of a hydropillar designed water tower. Jabbour asked how the bid could be approximately one - quarter of a million over estimate. Cook explained that the price depends Ion how busy they are. He stated that they have worked with this company before and did not have any problems with them. It,was moved by Mayor Peterson, seconded by Goetten, to award the elevated water storage tank project to Pittsburgh -Des Moines, Inc. for an amount not to exceed $595,150.00. Ayes 4, nays 0. ( #15) STREET LIGHTING - FRONTAGE ROAD - NEW CITY FACILITY Moorse asked if the Council would like to install ornamental street lights along the frontage road for the new City facilities. It was moved by Mayor Peterson, seconded by Goetten, to direct staff to accept bids on street lighting for the frontage road to the new City facilities. Ayes 4, nays 0. ( * #16) POLICE CHIEF PAY ADJUSTMENT It was moved by Callahan, seconded,by Goetten, to adjust the Police Chief Sullivan's salary by 3% effective on his` sixth month anniversary date. Ayes 4, nays 0. 12 I. . I P MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ORONO COUNCIL MEETING HELD FEBRUARY 10, 1992 ( * #17) SALARY ADJUSTMENT PATROL OFFICER KURT ERICKSON It was moved by Callahan, seconded by Goetten, to increase Officer Kurt Erickson's salary from $18.178 per hour to $18.524 per hour as of January 15, 1992, as per the 1991 LELS contract currently in effect. Ayes 4, nays 0. ( * #18) HIRING OF PART TIME POLICE OFFICERS It was moved by Callahan, seconded by Goetten, to authorize the hiring of John Schoenhoff and Scott Boris as part -time officers for Orono to begin on Tuesday, February 11, 1992, at a pay rate of $10.30 per hour. Ayes 4, nays 0. ( * #19) 1991 WAYZATA FIRE CONTRACT It was moved by Callahan, seconded by Goetten, to,approve the 1992 fire service contract with the Wayzata Fire Depa'rtment. Ayes 4, nays 0. ( * #20) ESTABLISH PUBLIC HEARING DATE YEAR XVIII CDBG PROGRAM It was.moved by Callahan, seconded by Goetten, to conduct a public hearing at 7:00 p.m. on March 9, 1992 to receive citizen input for the Community Development Block Grant Program for year XVIII. Ayes 4, nays 0. ( * #21) WEST HENNEPIN RECYCLING COMMISSION JOINT POWERS AGREEMENT - RESOLUTION #3084 It was moved by Ca- Ilahan, seconded by Goetten, to adopt Resolution j #3084 approving the extension of the current West Hennepin Recycling Commission Agreement until December 31, 1992. Ayes 4, nays 0. ( #21A) BID AWARD - DUMP TRUCK Moorse explained this is a bid for a replacement of a.1980'truck. He noted the cost is $45,400 and has been budgeted for. It was moved by Mayor Peterson, seconded by Jabbour, to purchase a new dump truck from Lakeland Ford Truck Sales at a cost of $38,340.37 and the hyrdraulic system and dump box from McQueen Equipment at a cost of $7,062.00 for a total cost of $45,402.37. Ayes 4, nays 0. 13 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ORONO COUNCIL MEETING HELD FEBRUARY 10, 1992 ( #21B) SCHEDULING A COUNCIL WORK SESSION & ASSESSMENT HEARING CONCERNING.THE STUBBS BAY SEWER PROJECT Moorse noted that this is a request to schedule a work session with the Council prior to the assessment hearing. Dennis Shaw, 405 Oxford Road, requested that prior to the work session; a date be set to review the alternatives for-the Oxford Road area with the residents of that street, as suggested by Cook In his letter to the Council dated December 1991. Cook stated they still plan to meet with the homeowners, but are currently taking bids and want to wait until those bids have been reviewed. Mayor Peterson reiterated that a defined area for the sewer project has not yet been approved. Cook requested an extension of the date to accept bids for the project to February 28th. He noted the project has been bid'in sections, so the City will have the right to accept or reject any portion of the bid. Jabbour requested that costs be sent to homeowners prior to the assessment hearing. Cook noted they will be sent out in accordance with State Statute. Jabbour suggested the letter state, "if and when the project is realized, here is the cost ". Shaw asked how the potential shortfall resulting from appeals is to be funded. Jabbour noted it'would be funded by the entire City, not by raising the assessment of the non- ape,llants. Moorse noted the hearing has been scheduled for March 25, 1992 at 7:00 p.m. at the Orono Education Link. Mayor Peterson directed Members to contact Moorse to establish a work session date. ( #21C) COUNCIL CHAMBERS AUDIO /VISUAL SYSTEM Moorse explained his memo outlines various alternatives to the audio /visual system for the new Council Chambers. Goetten pointed out that Tim Pattrin is very knowledgeable in this area and suggested Moorse contact him for his input. 14 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ORONO COUNCIL MEETING HELD FEBRUARY 10, 1992 COUNCIL CHAMBERS AUDIO /VISUAL SYSTEM - CONT. Jabbour stated-that the job could be spec'd out and ask the vendors to design the system. He noted that each vendor would submit a proposal of how the job could be done and would have to guarantee the project. Callahan felt there was no reason to spend excessive amounts on the audio /visual system. Moorse explained that Jack Boarman has been asked to have his construction documents ready to go out by the end of the month, and the electrical, and the audio /visual system needs to be incorporated within those documents. Jabbour felt that it is more important to spend some money up front by hiring a consult than to just give it to a vendor to decide what to purchase. It was moved by Mayor Peterson, seconded by Goetten, to authorize $ for the audio /visual system, to retain a consultant to design a system for the City facilities. Ayes 3, nays 1. Callahan voted nay. * Moorse handed out an evaluation form sent from Biermeyer to be completed for his 6 month performance review. He stated Biermeyer has offered to facilitate the review at no cost. Moorse asked that the form be completed and returned to Biermeyer'by next week._ j * Moorse asked the Council if they had a preference where the .podium for the public to use should be placed in the new Council Chambers. The Council members noted they did not care. Moorse asked how the Council felt about monitors mounted flush in the Council dias to allow viewing of the visual aides. Jabbour suggested a large screen be placed behind the podium off to the side of the room. Goetten suggested he contact the City of Minnetrista as they are not happy with the way they installed their system. ( * #22) LICENSES It was moved by Callahan, seconded by Goetten, to approve the following license: On -Sale Non - Intoxicating Malt Liquor - Orono Golf Course Ayes 4, nays 0. • 15 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ORONO COUNCIL MEETING HELD FEBRUARY 10, 1992 ( * #23) BILLS It was moved by Callahan, seconded by Goetten, to approve payment of the All Funds Account. Ayes 4, nays 0. CITY ATTORNEY'S REPORT Barrett explained he has reviewed the covenants with Long Lake regarding the sewer plant property. He noted that Dietson has requested 2 changes, as follows: 1. Current covenants require that all land owners agree to changes prior to being reviewed by either City Council. They have requested the language be changed to the majority of the land owners. Barrett recommended to change the covenant to reflect this request. 2. The procedure for change is currently established through a letter, and they are suggesting this procedure be incorporated within the covenants. All Council members agreed. Callahan felt that a majority of 13 lots was too few and suggested a two - thirds consensus or 9 lots., All agreed. ADJOURNMENT It was moved by Goetten, seconded by Mayor Peterson, to adjourn the regular Council meeting.at 9:50 p.m. Ayes 4, nays 0. ATT allin, City Clerk Barbara A. Peterson, Mayor i[:j