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AGENDA FOR COUNCIL MEETING SET FOR MONDAY, FEBRUARY 9,1998,7:00 P.M.
ORONO COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 2780 KELLEY PARKWAY, ORONO, MINNESOTA
(*) Asterisk items are considered to be routine items to be enacted upon by one motion by the City Council
under the Consent Item* on the agenda. Memos regarding each of the Agenda items are available in the Public
Packet - located on the counter near the sign in sheet.
ROLL CALL
1.7:00 P.M. EDGEWOOD HILLS IMPROVEMENT PROJECT - PUBLIC HEARING
A.Order Plans and Specifications for Edgewood Hills Sanitary Sewer Project - Resolution
2.CONSENT AGENDA
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
*3. RegularMeetingof Januar>'26,1998
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PARK COMMISSION COMMENTS CITY OF ORONO
PLANNING COMMISSION COMMENTS - Elizabeth Hawn Representative
PUBLIC COMMENTS •< (T imit 5 Minutes Per Person)
ZONING ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT
4.#2289 Jon Pendleton, 350 North Arm Lane - Conditional use permit to seasonally allow a horse in
the LR-1A Zoning District - Resolution
MAYOR/COUNCIL REPORT
ENGINEER REPORT
^ 5.Authorize Grant Application for I & I Sewer Repairs - Resolution
CITY ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT
6.U. S. West Water Tower Lease Agreements
4 7.Seasonal Weight Restrictions - Resolution
8.Bid Award - 1998 Materials and Equipment
9.Planning Commission Reappointments
10.Appointment of Planning Commission and Park Commission Chairs and Vice Chairs
11.Appointment of Park Commission Member
12.Community Service Officer Work Schedule and Pay Adjustment, and Budget Amendment
M3.Appointment of Mary Ann Johnson to Part-Time Customer Service/Data Assistant Position
CITY ATTORNEY'S REPORT
*14. LICENSES
*15. BILLS
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AGENDA FOR COUNCIL MEETING SET FOR MONDAY, FEBRUARY 9,1998,7:00 P.M,
ORONO COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 2780 KELLEY PARKWAY, ORONO, MINNESOTA
UPCOMING ISSUES AND EVENTS
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02/02 - Park Commission Meeting 7:15 p.m.
02/04 - Highway 12 Design Review Committee Meeting 5:30 p.m.
02/09 - Council Meeting 7:00 p.m.
02/12 - Council Work Session 8:00 a.m. n nn
02/12 - Informational Meeting - Sanitary Sewer Project along Shoreline Drive and Heritage Drive 7:00 p.m.
02/16 - HOLIDAY - Office closed in observance of President's Day
02/17 - Tuesday, - Planning Commission Meeting 6:30 p.m.
02/23 - Council Meeting 7:00 p.m.
03/02 - Park Commission Meeting - Friends of the Park Award 7:00 p.m.
03/02 - Park Commission Meeting 7:15 p.m.
03/04 - Highway 12 Design Review Committee Meeting 5:30 p.m.
03/09 - Council Meeting 7:00 p.m.
03/16 - Planning Commission Meeting 6:30 p.m.
03/23 - Council Meeting 7:00 p.m.
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REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION
FEB 9 1998
DATE: February 9, 1998
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Department Approval:
Name Gregory A. Gappa
Title Director of Public Services
Administrator Reviewed:Agenda Section:
Engineer's Report
Item Description: Public Hearing and Order Plans & Specificaticns Edgewood Hills Sanitary
Sewer Project
The Edgewood Hills area, located off Woodhill Road, was included in the recent MUSA
expansion for sanitary sewer installation. The project area residents have sent a letter requesting
that the City begin the process for an assessment sewer project. It is proposed that a sewer project
for this area will be funded by assessment of all the costs to the benefiting properties.
A feasibility study has been completed and a public hearing will be held at this Council meeting
Attached you will find letters from project area residents providing comments on this project.
The next step after the public hearing is to approve a resolution ordering preparation of plans and
specifications for this project.
COUNCIL ACTION REQUESTED:
Motion to approve resolution ordering the preparation of plans and specifications for the
Edgewood Hills Sanitary Sewer project.
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Mr. & Mrs. D. ELDREOGE JACKSON III
1055 Edgewood Hill Road
Wayzata, MN 55391
February 1,1998
Gregory A. Gappa
Director of Public Services
City of Orono
P.O. Box 66
Crystal Day, MN 55323-0066
RE: Edgewood Hills Sanitary Sewer Project
Dear Mr. Gappa,
cSrCeBilg”"' "" to «tond th. City
possible.
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Keith has had a stoke
I was glad to see ihat your plan enabled all homes to be on a gravity system.
WHI coUmd iTt’the mMtln^ ' *«re that
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Ann L. Simonson
P.O. Box €6
Crystal Bay, MN 5f323-0066
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JAN 2 9 1998
January 27,1998
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Mr. Gregoiy G. Gappa
Director of Public Services
2750 KeUy Parkway
Orono, MN 55356
Dear Mr. Gappa,
I have reviewed your summary of the feasibility study and I would opt for Option A.
I will be out of town on February 9th, but I would urge you to proce^ with the project as soon
as it is possible.
Yours truly.
Anne L. Simonson
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A RESOLUTION ORDERING
PREPARATION OF PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS
FOR EDGEWOOD HULLS
SANITARY SEWER IMPROVEMENTS
WHEREAS, the City of Orono is a municipal corporation existing under the laws
of the State of Minnesota; and
WHEREAS, the City Engineer has prepared a feasibility study to determine the
feasibility of serving the Edgewood Hills neighborhood with sanitary sewer; and
WHEREAS, on January 6, 1998 the City Council adopted Resolution No. 4018
receiving the feasibility report and calling for a public hearing for the Edgewood Hills sanitary
sewer improvements; and
WHEREAS, ten days mailed notice and two weeks published notice of the hearing
was given, and the hearing was held thereon on the 9th day of February 1998, at which all persons
desiring to be heard were given an opportunity to be heard thereon.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Orono City Council does
hereby direct the City Engineer to prepare plans and specifications for the installation of sanitary
sewer for the Edgewood Hills neighborhood.
Adopted by the City Council at a regular meeting held on February 9,1998 by a vote
ayes and____nays.
Gabriel Jabbour, Mayor
ATTEST:
Dorothy M. Hallin, City Clerk
NOTICE OF MEETING
CITY Of ORONO
Notice is hereby given that the City
Council of Orono. Minnesota will hold a public
hearing in the Orono Council Chambers,
2780 Kelley Parkway, at 7:00 p.m. on Monday,
February 9.1998 to consider the installation
of municipal sanitary sewer trunks and
laterals pursuant to Minnesota Statutes,
Sections 429.011 to 429.111. The area
roposed to be assessed for the
mprovement is generally known as the
“Edgewood Hills* area described as follows;
The following property in Hennepin
County. Minnesota:
A. Lot 2. Block 1, Edgewood Place
Subdivision. Section 02. Township 117 North.
Range 23 West.
B. Lots B. C. 0. E. F. G. and H.
Registered Land Survey No. 1098. Section
01.Township 117 North. Range 23 West
The properties proposed to be assessed
are alternatively described by the following
property identification numbers:
02-117.23 13 0003
02-117-23 13 0005
02-117-23 14 0001
02-117-23 41 0002
02-117-23 41 0003
02-117-23 42 0002
02-117-23 42 0003
02-117-23 42 0004
The estimated cost of such
improvemenu is $169,119.00. Suchf>ersons
as desire to be heard with reference to the
proposed improvements will be heard at this
meeting.
Linda S.Vee, City Qerk
(Published in The Laker and Pioneer,
Jan. 24 and 31,1998)
Affidavit of Publication
State of Minnesota, County of Hennepin.
Bill Holm, being duly sworn on oath, says that he is
an authorized agent and employee of the publisher
of the newspaper known as THE LAKER, Mound.
Minnesota, and has full knowledge of the facts
which are stated below:
A. ) The newspaper has complied with all the
requirements constituting qualifications as a
qualified newspaper, as provided by Minnesota
Statute 331A.02, 331A.07, and other applicable
laws, as amended.
B. ) The printed ■ Pu^lir hearing. .Qan■^^a*^y
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which is attached was cut from the columns of said
newspaper, and was printed and published once
each week for _2 ____successive weeks:
It was first published Saturday
the—24— day of .Tarmat»y_____ Q QQ ^
and was thereafter printed and published every
Saturday, to and including Saturday.
the —21 day of January____1 g Qfl .
uthorized Agent
Subscribed and sworn to me on this
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31 day of/ Janiiary
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NOUnv PUBIC • IMNNESOTA
MY COMMISSION EXPIRES
JANUARY 31.2000
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(1) Lowest dassifled rate paid by commercial users ‘
for oimparable space: $12.90 per inch.
(2) Maximum rate allowed by law (or above matter: $12.90.
(3) Rate actually charged for above matter: $7.19 pw inch.
Each additional successive week: $5.14.
ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING OOUNCLMEEIM
MINUTES FOR JANUARY 26,1998
_______ppp a 1998
ROLL
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The Council met on the above mentioned date with the following members present:
Mayor Gabriel Jabbour, Council Members J. Diann Goetten, Charles Kelley, Barbara
Peterson, and Richard Flint. Representing Staff were City Administrator Ron Moorse,
City Attorney Tom Barrett, Senior Planning Coordinator Michael Gaffron,
Planner/Zoning Administrator Elizabeth Van Zomeren, Public Services Director Greg
Gappa, Planning Intern Brad Bressler, City Engineer Tom Kellogg, and Recorder Sherry
Frost. Mayor Jabbour called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
(*#1) CONSENT AGENDA
Items #20 and 22 were removed from the Consent Agenda. Items #5, 6,7, 8, and 19
were added to the Consent Agenda.
Goetten moved, Peterson seconded, to approve the Consent Agenda as amended. Vote:
Ayes 5, Nays 0.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
(*#2) REGULAR MEETING OF JANUARY 12,1998
Goetten moved, Peterson seconded, to approve the Minutes of the Regular City Council
Meetingof January 12, 1998. Vote: Ayes 5, Nays 0.
PARK COMMISSION COMMENTS
Commissioner McDermott referenced an article in The Laker regarding the opening of
the golf course and warming house for sledding. Flint noted that the facility is receiving a
large amount of use.
Jabbour informed McDermott that a past Park Commissioner, Jim Gilbert, was recently
sworn in to serve on the State Supreme Court.
LAKE MINNETONKA CONSERVATION DISTRICT
Lili McMillan reported that the LMCD is discussing a possible code restriction on outlots
related to boat storage. A moratorium is also being considered. McMillan felt the study
could occur without the moratorium and suggested the LMCD review Orono's outlot
code. No decision was reached at the LMCD meeting. McMillan said she would like to
see ordinance information gathered from all lake cities.
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Jabbour asked what generated the discussion. McMillan confirmed that an application
prompted the discussion, Jabbour noted that the LMCD was given information on dock
Ss^e^howing Orono only allows docks as a secondary use on properties with a pnmary
McMillan said the LMCD authorized their staff to submit an ^
from the UCMR for acquisition of additional public access to the lake. She ‘^at
Jabbour had voiced concern regarding the LMCD's involvement in this activity. It felt
the cities should work with the DNR on access.
Jabbour noted that the initial $2.3 million grant amount was rais^ to $5 He
briefed the Council regarding the grant money and LMCD's ‘"''olvement.
LMCD does not have the authority or expertise m this matter and should P
from cities The DNR should be made aware of the city philosophy acc
Jabbour indicated that the DNR’s original plan for Maxwell Bay would not have Iwd
positive results for the City. He believes the plans need to be site specific and design
weighted to a community.
Goetten asked how the LMCD got involved between the city and DNR.
Kelley questioned where it states in the charter that the LMCD can ask for such funding.
Jabbour said the LMCD is to be the lead agency but not get involved in the “<l“'S'';o"
she agreed.
McMillan reported that a tentative car/trailer space inventory is being created.
Lord Fletcher’s on Febniary 12. He asked
boat show that many who would consider attending
that other dates be considered in the future as the conflict occurs y y.
PLANNING COMMISSION COMMENTS
Planning Commission Chair, Dale Lindquist, had no comments
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PUBLIC COMMENTS
Landmark Drive, Orono, reported that he lives on Stubbs Bay Casev
IS installing np rap on his shoreline and is in the process of adding a beach vrith^he
ap^oval of the Watershed District. He said he learned that he nLded a condUional use
hfr^ ^ lakeshore. The contractors have been
^red, and the need to go through the CUP process will affect the time frame He asked
for approval now to move the dirt and obtain an after-the-fact CUP.
Jabbour informed Casey that it is not within the Council's power to grant approval
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G^n 8^“' «<<ininislrative approvalGaffron said he would submit a memo regarding such code changes.
t^f^urina riprapping; yet. he finds it hard to believe
requested ^ ‘’®^“*red, the Council should be able to grant such approval as that being
ZONING ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT
(#3) #2295 CONLEY BROOKS, 980 WEST FERNDALE ROAD - VARIANCES -
REQUEST FOR RECONSIDERATION
Conley Brooks was present.
Gaffron reported that Mr. Brooks is requesting reconsideration of a variance approval
Tu ®*I 13 for a storage garage. The property is located on West Femdale Road
the 12x15 garage received approval for location within the front street yard, but was
^ ^ ^ • The residence is located further to the east. The garage would meet
the 26 wetland setback and be located T from the street. The applicant originally
® ’’'“"''8 Commission recommended approval of a
18x24 garage. The applicant is asking approval of a I6'x22'garage. A diagram of the
Structure was provided.
G^on sad the appUcant believes a 12’x 15' stnicture is too small to be functional. He
indicated it would require a 4/5th vote in order for reconsideration of the application.
Barrett said the Council can discuss the merits of the request and then take action or refer
the application back to the Planning Commission.
Jabbour noted that a motion from a Council member, who voted with the majority on the
initial action, is required to open the application for reconsideration.
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Flint moved, to reconsider the application. The motion failed for lack of a second to the
motion.
Brooks said he felt the Council was being disrespectful and not .reasonable in failing to
reconsider the application. He feels it is his right as a citizen to be given this
reconsideration.
Jabbour infer.ned Brooks that the 4/1 vote received previously for variance approval was
passed after dit;>cult discussion on the issue. He expressed his thought process regarding
the storage ga»age. Jabbour felt the beach users should not have to go all the way to the
residence in order to obtain equipment for the beach. He did not view the structure as
being storage or a location for trailers. He feels a 12'xl5' structure is adequate for beach
use. He said the Council could be polled regarding their opinion, but he felt the applicant
was given due consideration.
Brooks said he felt too many issues were before the Council for discussion when the
variance approval was granted and late on the agenda. Jabbour noted that the issue was
the first for review at this meeting.
Gaffron indicated the applicant can reapply in 6 month*' Brooks said he was
disappointed in the Council's decision not to reconsider the application. Gaftron clarified
that since the application itself was approved in October, it would not require a 6 month
wait but another application could be submitted by Brooks.
Brooks noted new information was submitted. Jabbour acknowledged receipt of the
information. He asked Brooks if the facts fairly represent his view. Brooks said they did.
(fW) #2308 BROOK PARK REALTY, 3760 SHORELINE DRIVE - PRD & CLASS
HI PRELIMINARY SUBDIVISION
Bill Gleason represented Brook Park Realty.
Van Zomeren distributed pictures of the property and reviewed the proposal. The 9.93
acre parcel is located in the LR-IC-I Zoning District and includes 2.2 acres of wetlands
and 7.7 acres of dry buildable. The proposal is for 30 townhome units requiring a Class
111 Subdivision and PRD approval. The density allowed for this property is 2 units per
acre. The applicant is requesting a density credit to allow 3 units per acre.
Van Zomeren reviewed the purpose of the PRD, #1 through #5, as noted in the
information packet. She explained the PRD, noting variances to subdivision requirements
can be allowed if the goals of the PRD are met. There were outstanding issues when the
application was last discussed and are listed in the packet as "a-I" on page 2 and forward.
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- #2308 Brook Park Realty - Continued)
Van Zomeren referenced the plan for a hammerhead versus a cul-de-sac. She reviewed
townhomes. Due to conflicting viewpoints over the hammerhead, a cul-de-sac is
proposed that shifts four easterly units to the north. This alternative requires removal of
some trees includmg 34 and 24" oaks. Van Zomeren said the appUcant is asking for
direction on the cul-de-sac or hammerhead option. The cul-de-sac is required to be 50 ’
proposed at 30 ’. The applicant is asking for a change
to the subdivision requirements. ^ ®
Van Zomeren reviewed the setbacks. A 30 ’ front setback, 30 ’ rear setback, and 10’ side
^tback are required. The 30* front and 10’ side setbacks are met. The 30 ’ rear setback is
from the edge of the nght-of-way from the railroad requiring an additional 25' from the
rwiroad right-of-way. Consideration of this request is necessary. The units on
Livingston Avenue would be 15 ’ from the road right-of-way but farther from the paved
area because the right-of-way is 50' and the paved area is 30 ’.
Density was previously discussed. Van Zomeren referenced a letter from City Attorney
Barrett regarding this issue. With the TRD, there should be no need for a trade off with
open space. Van Zomeren indicated that the adjacent property’s density is 24 units on 7.6
acres with no wetlands.
Van Zomeren reviewed sprinklers versus looping. It was indicated that water pressure is
not the issue but capacity is a concern. Looping destroys more trees.
There are two plans proposed for road width; a 22' private drive with hammerhead or a
28' private drive with cul-de-sac. The subdivision ordinance does not recognize right-of-
way or minimum paved road width standards for townhome developments.
Van Zomeren noted City’s concern with the design of the individual units. Guests would
have to f.iter the units through the garage or walk around to the courtyard side for entry.
The City's consultant planner expressed concern with the functionality of the units,
including the inability for a temporarily disabled person to climb the deck stairs. The
maintenance concern for the deck and staircase, especially during the winter months, was
noted. The narrowness of the garage for additional storage is also a concern.
Guest parking is an issue for the development. The question has been raised regarding
the need for gaining permission from other residents for guest parking if parking needs
exceed that allowed in the driveway. No parking is allowed on the private roads.
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(#4 - #2308 Brook Park Realty - Continued)
Van Zomeren reported that Staff does not feel the number of trips into the development
Van Zomeren said the applicant has provided a copy of the homeowner's association
agreement for another development that would be similar to this development. It Is
currently being reviewed by the City Attorney.
Van Zomeren said no resolution is included In the packet. She asked Council to give
foTws the?r dirw*t^^^^^ application; the Staff would draft a resolution that
Bill Gleason said his company conducted two traffic studies, one through their own
comply and the other through BRW. Their monitoring indicated 3.2 trips per day pi
unit BRW monitor resulted in 5 trips per day per unit, which included deliveries
garbage pickup, and mail delivery.
Gleason expressed surprise regarding the road. The landscape architect recommended a
narrow road and no hammerhead. The Planning Commission asked for a narrow road
with a hainmerhead. The Council wanted a wider road with a cul-de-sac. The road as
proposed is wider than originally planned. Gleason said he would comply with the
Council s decision. He noted, however, that it would be unavoidable to take additional
trees.
Gleason compared the units with other developments. He felt the design met or
exceeded what he found elsewhere. He expressed concern with the landscape architect
giving direction on design of inside of the units. Jabbour asked how this occurred.
Moorse said concern had been expressed over the limited 20' width of the units and
advice was sought. He noted the concern for parking limitations and entry into the units.
Gleason reported that the garage width is as wide or wider than at other developments
and includes two garage stalls rather than one which is typical in other developments.
Gleason said the units are not designed for handicap accessibility and other homes would
have similar problems if temporary disability occurred. He said the deck is made of a
maintenance free material with a longer life expectancy than wood. The parking is similar
to that found in other developments too. Gleason noted good products being used, i.e.,
aesthetically and security-wise, and upgrades, such as siding and windows.
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(#4 - #2308 Brook Park Realty - Continued)
Gleason said the development’s market niche is people who are downsizing, working
couples, and single workers He felt this type of homeowner would generate fewer tnps
than families. Gleason also noted the importance of preserving views. He indicated that
if the number of units are reduced in the development, the cost of the remaining units
would increase. The original plan called for 45 units. He feels the PRD makes the land
more usable, and the plan is sensible, allowing for concessions to be made on setbacks.
Jabbour clarified direction being sought. Gleason noted the cost involved in each
redesign. He asked for Council to clarify their requirements due to the opposing
viewpoints of Council, Planning Commission, and landscape architect.
Jabbour said a hardship would have to be shown to deviate from the cul-de-sac
requirement. While he does not want to lose any more trees than necessary, this may be
the case due to the need for the cul-de-sac and lack of any real hardship.
Kelley said he is not in favor of the project. He feels the plan proposes more density than
the site can reasonably accommodate.
Goetten said she feels the project is appropriate to the area, though there are concerns to
resolve. She asked for further clarification regarding direct access from CoRd 15. bhe
was informed that the property to the west would have to be acquired and developed in
order for access to CoRd 15. Discussions are underway with the owner but no
commitments have been made. Gleason reviewed the plan for the road if the other
property was developed. Sewer lines would be provided to CoRd 15 for future
development of the western parcel.
Jabbour asked Kelley to elaborate on his viewpoint. KeUey said
be a PRD as a cluster-type development. He does not want to s« the ad
moving to the east. Kelley cited the development to the east as being a well-ptoed
development and asked the applicant to consider such a plaa He
of the proposed units and their prominence from the road. Gleason the
the 30’ hemht requirement. Kelley said the structures are massive, and he would not
support 3 fevelsLated on the hillside Kelley indicated there were sin^e farmly
dwellings to the east, and 30 units on this property would be too inuch density. He did
not have any direction regarding the number of units per acre. Kelley is concOT^ wth
12 units being located off the driveway and feels the cul-de-sac is necessary. G1
noted the updated plan calls for a 28 wide road.
Peterson said she agrees with Kelley that the development is too dense. She also ^ees
with the need for a cul-de-sac. She feels the subdivision should be designed with the
development to the east in mind.
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(#4 - #2308 Brook Park Realty - Continued)
Gleason said the density is the same as the development to the east. Kelley countered
that it is different due to the amount of dry buildable land. Gleason said the development
to the east is not what is being purchased in today's market. It is also a non-association
development, which would be cost prohibitive. Gleason feels an association is vital for
control in this type of development. Jabbour indicated that covenants are placed on most
developments.
Gleason said he feels there are benefits for this type of development. He does not believe
the density level is too high and needs are shown for this type of housing and
affordability. Gleason said he was confused in that he thought the zoning requirements
were being met, yet the Council is asking for more. Jabbour said the code provides the
City's prerogative regarding how the subdivision should be designed. He noted that
people purchase properties with the understanding that the code will protect their
properties.
Flint said he favors saving more trees and would prefer a smaller cul-de-sac and road
width. He does have a problem with the proposed density. Regarding egress to the east
off of Livingston, Flint said the project could be further reviewed if the property to the
west is developed.
During public comments. Park Commissioner McDermott said the additional amount of
66 people for the area would equal that of development of 150 acres in the City's rural
area. He noted the park in Navarre is in poor shape. As a resident, McDermott said he
feels the visibility from the height of the townhomes would be an issue of concern.
Gleason countered that the homeowners would most likely be singles with no children
and would have little use of a park. He indicated a park land atmosphere would be
created within the project area.
Jabbour informed Gleason that the Council is reviewing different criteria. He suggested a
plan using zero lot line, less density, less height, different design, and if the ordinance was
changed, a narrower roadway.
Gleason asked if the Council had any advice regarding the number of units. Jabbour
suggested he review the neighboring development for ideas and indicated that massing
and height are problems with the current plan.
Gleason expressed his confusion over the differing guidelines. He thought the design was
what was desired and now hearing that the Council does not like the look of the
development. Jabbour responded that this was only one concern, but there were others
as well. He noted the desire of access from CoRd 15 and differing concerns amongst the
Council members.
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Flint asked how the cost of the units would differ if there were only two to a group. He
noted the land cost was less than other land in the area. Gleason said the buildings to the
east we generally split entrys and not one level living. The units in the proposed
d^elopment are similar to walkouts. Gleason said the land is not economical and 75%
of the project cost is for the infrastructure. He noted other cities would allow more
density. Flint responded that the plan is incompatible with the philosophy of Orono and
land use effiaency is not a consideration but best use of land is a consideration. He
su^ested single level units be considered. Gleason said single level units require more
land and would not be feasible for this project.
Goetten said she was not against the project but is concerned with CoRd 15. She
su^ested a^aduation in the type of units from twinhomes to townhomes. Jabbour
added that the plan should not require sprinkling and include only one cul-de-sac.
John Glea^n, the builder for the development company, questioned what alternatives
would be favored. He asked if the product as proposed would be totally unacceptable
with the proj^ed he#t. Kelley said he did not beUeve so. John Gleason felt the mixed
use of smgle level with umts as proposed would make sense. Goetten noted the need to
create a good transition in the housing but admitted not being aware of the cost effects.
Jabbour ask^ that the applicant present sketches for submission to Council without
^uinng a full design and laying out several options for Council to give direction on
Other Council members agreed with this proposition
Bill Gleaiwn said he would explore this possibiUty. Density was still creating a problem
for him Jabbour said there is no formula for density in the City. Jabbour noted that the
code allows for leeway in its interpretation.
Tom Barrett said the landowner has the right to build on 1/2 acre lots on the property
without a density credit. The density credit is more of a legislative judgment. The
appearwce of the development can be considered, as well as height, design, and
recreational needs. Jabbour felt these comments were relevant.
KeUey said the plan would be that of sketch plan given the discussion at this meeting. He
prefeired a prel ininary sketch plan be presented to Council and options given for
consideration before further development.
Goetten moved, Peterson seconded, to table Application #2308. Vote; Ayes 5, Nays 0.
(*#5) #2310 DICK BURY, CLASSIC CAR SALES, 3850 SHORELINE DRIVE
Goetten moved, Peterson seconded, to accept withdrawal of the application. Vote Aves
5, Nays 0. ^
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(•#6) #2315 C. DOUGLAS AND MARILYN HOLCOMBE, 1040 AND 1056
LOMA LINDA AVENUE - LOT LINE REARRANGEMENT AND VARUNCES -
RESOLUTION NO. 4021
Goetten moved, Peterson seconded, to approve Resolution No. 4021. Vote; Ayes 5,
Nays 0.
{*»!) #2316 MIKE HILBELINK, 120 GOLDEN VIEW DRIVE - PRELIMINARY
PLAT FOR CLASS HI SUBDIVISION - RESOLUTION NO. 4022
Goetten moved, Peterson seconded, to adopt Resolution No. 4022. Vote; Ayes 5, Nays
0.
(*#8) #2318 C.N. OSTROM & SONS, FOR JEANNE MITHUN, 755 FERNDALE
ROAD NORTH - CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT - RESOLUTION NO. 4023
Goetten moved, Peterson seconded, to approve Resolution No. 4023. Vote; Ayes 5,
Nays 0.
(#9) #2319 RON LAUER, 1040 TONKAWA ROAD - VARIANCES -
RESOLUTION NO. 4024
Ron Lauer was present along with architect, Bruce Schmidt, and prospective
homeowners, Mr. & Mrs. Bu-xton.
Gaffron reported that the property is located in the LR-IB, one acre Zoning District.
The 120' wide property meets 80% of the width standard for an existing lot. There is an
existing house on the property with a total of 39.5% hardcover in the 75-250' setback,
excluding plastic removed from landscaping, approved within the last ten years. The
original proposal was for new construction with hardcover of 35%. The majority of the
driveway and house is located in the 75-250' setback. The average lakeshore setback is
met by the plan. The house will be located 120' from the lakeshore. The Planning
Commission recommended approval on a vote of 3 to 2 subject to 75-250' zone
hardcover not to exceed 30%.
The applicant has revised his plan with more of the driveway located in the 250-500'
setback and reduction in sidewalk and patio to result in 75-250' hardcover at 29.78%.
The packet includes information regarding the new plan and hardcover calculations.
Gaifron indicated that the minority vote in the Planning Commission recommendation
stipulated that there was no hardship shown for hardcover to exceed the 25% maximum.
Gaffron said Staff acknowledges the difficulty in meeting the 25% hardcover limitation
on smaller lots. This lot is larger, however, and Staff finds it difficult to justify exceeding
the limitation. The applicant is asking for approval of a 30% limitation and did receive
some support for this request by the Planning Commission.
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(#9 - #23 1 9 Ron Lauer - Continued)
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Jabbour noted that when the Shoreland Ordinance was adopted, the City was asked to
clu«enng of building wd decide to split the zone into two. GaflFron acknowledged that
City s philosophy differed from that of the DNR. Jabbour said he feels the zone solit
gives a imxed message to the Planning Commission. If the zone was 75-500’ a more
massive house would have been allowed. This results in the need to make other
considerations for long and narrow lots.
Goetten said the steepness of the hill creates the hardship.
Jabbour said building a small home on this lot could not be justified.
Mre^ Edmunds 1030 Tonkawa, said she is 100% in favor of the house placement She is
drSnaee W' PO®' being removed. She would be concerned with
drainage if building was moved back into the hillside. Edmunds stated her architect built
m swales to accommodate the drainage and would like drainage to remain as it exists.
"“u “ “’® A relevant point
toui m ^ h T * P"™ '’““‘"8 lo< “<l requires «suLantialhouse to be built on the expensive real estate. Assuming ecological reasons for the
hiM a?H”’ P'“ "'eiu'les reducing the current hardcover and saving the
andbuaXgreuhiTngwaor* P*"*™*
hke toTee •h!”*'* "" io be moved back. He would
He i 3 7“?".“ '“"8 ">'re is a need for parking
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(#9 - #2319 Ron Lauer - Continued)
Flint said he initially was not in favor of the proposed plan, but after hearing the
discussion, he is undecided.
Peterson cited a recent application where a building pad for the home was turned to
accommodate the average lakeshore setback. In viewing this application as new
construction and yet agreeing with the need for the large home size, Peterson said she
finds it difficult to approve the variance.
Goetten said she initially questioned the variance but has gained a better understanding of
the grading changes and problems arising from moving the house back on the lot. She
feels the hardship is the hill. If the concern is the hardcover, she suggested that the
resolution stipulate no additional hardcover will be allowed in the future. Goetten noted
that there is no hardcover proposed in the 0-75' setback and supports the application.
Kelley said he supported the application. He did suggest the possibility of reducing the
garage to two stalls and building another garage on the hill.
Jabbour reiterated his concern with sending mixed messages. He noted the concern with
building massiveness by the lakeshore would not be present in this case. He questions the
benefit of meeting the requirements with no variance due to the circumstances with the
hill. Jabbour feels the large amount of land can be reallocated into another zone. He
supported the application. Jabbour noted he had not met the applicants prior to this
meeting.
Goetten moved, Jabbour seconded, to approve Resolution No. 4024 with the new
rendering of the driveway portion out of the 75-250' setback for a 29.87% hardcover in
the 75-250' setback. Additional hardcover is to be reallocated and reduce the amount
allowed in the 250-500' setback.
Gaftron reviewed the findings in favor of the application: hill, loss of trees, view,
driveway, existing building pad, reallocation of hardcover being reused due to
narrowness of lot. Gaftron said more findings from the discussion can be added. He
asked if the application should be seen by Council again. Goetten and Jabbour agreed to
add the findings to the motion without flirther review by Council. Kelley asked that the
findings include the neighbor to the north's concern regarding runoff He assumed a
grading plan will be required. Gaftron said a condition can be placed requiring the
drainage and grading plan be submitted prior to issuance of building permit. This
condition was added to the motion.
Vote: Ayes 4, Nays 1, Peterson
(A short recess was held.)
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(#10) #2322 STEVEN N. FILIPS, 2570 THOROUGHBRED LANE - VARIANCE
RESOLUTION NO. 4025
Mrs. Filips was present.
Gaffron reported that the request is for a temporary variance for a 6' privacy fence along
Watertown Road. I he property is directly opposite i ruffula 1 rail resulting in glare from
headlights being received in the residence. He noted that the applicant had received
incorrect information, most likel> due to misunderstanding of the lot itself, regarding
fencing requirements. Gaffron said a fence on a through lot requires 50' setback for a
fence higher than 3-1/2 feet. The Council informed the applicant at a previous meeting
that the variance process was necessary.
Gaffron indicated the Planning Commission recommended approval of the temporary
fence to remain as a barrier for a 2-1/2 year time frame until vegetative screening has
matured. The fence would be required to be removed in June of 2000, or relocated to
become conforming. Findings are included in the draft resolution. The uniqueness of the
lot in relation to Truffiila Trail was noted. Addition of trees would be at the applicant's
discretion.
Mrs. Filips had no additional comments at this time.
Jabbour was informed that the normal application fee had boen charged to the applicant,
but based on the miscommunication, no after-the-fact fee was assessed. Jabbour felt if *
the City played a part in the mistake, perhaps no fee should be charged.
Kelle> asked if there were type 1 wetlands on the property. Gaffron said there were type
1 wetlands, but they were non-City protected. The covenants protecting these wetlands
do prohibit neighboring properties to the east from building any type of a berm. MCWD
and Corp of Engineer approval is required.
Mrs. Filips said they originally planned on building a berm and were informed that they
could not do so. Their goal is to block headlights fi’om shining into their home.
Kelley said he would like to condition any approval on the fencing being in conformity if
the residence is sold prior to the expiration of the time period allowed for the temporary
variance. Mrs. Filips agreed with stipulation of this condition. Council also voiced their
agreement.
Peterson was informed that Staff would be responsible for enforcement.
Kelley moved, Goetten seconded, to approve Resolution No. 4025 for a temporary
variance with the condition that the fence be brought into compliance prior to closing if
the residence is sold within the time period of 2-1/2 years. Vote; Ayes 5, Nays 0.
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(#11) #2330 ROBERT BEUTLER, 1331 NORTH ARM DRIVE - VARIANCE -
RESOLUTION NO. 4026
The Applicants were present.
Bres.sler reported that the application is a renewal of a lot width variance which had
expired. The lot is 83' wide at the 75' setback and 74.9' at the OHVVL, where 140' is
required. No other variances are required. He reported a peculiarity to the application is
the request to retain the existing residence for storage space af^er the new residence is
constructed. This was previously approved with the caveat that the plumbing and heating
facilities be removed to ensure that the structure was not used for rental property. The
Planning Commission recommended approval. The applicants indicated their desire to
maintain the heating facilities but have since said they would comply with the direction
given.
Mr. Beutler said he questioned the logic behind requiring removal of the heating facilities
since he would be allowed to heat his garage. Jabbout reiterated the removal gives the
City some assurance that the structure will not be used as a rental property.
Goetten moved, Flint .seconded, to approve Resolution No. 4026. Vote: Ayes 5, Nays
0.
(#12) #2331 MARC GILLETT, 2160 WAYZATA BOULEVARD - FINDING OF
SUBSTANTIALLY SIMILAR USE
The Applicant was present.
Van Zomeren showed information received from applicant regarding the go-carts and the
floor plan of the inside of the building. The request is for finding of substantially similar
use to enable the applicant to lease retail space within the Orono Mall to sell go-carts,
parts, and accessories, which is not included in the permitted or conditional uses of the
ordinance. The Planning Commission voted 4:1 that the use is not similar to that of a
hobby shop or bicycle shop. Their concern was engine noise being incompatible with
retail uses in the mall. The Council was requested to deny the applicant's request.
Marc Gillett said he is interested in pursuing this retail operation with his sons as a family
oriented sport. The sport is conducted in a safe, controlled environment. He noted
another type of go-cart is sold in a business across the street in Long Lake. Gillett
responded to concern regarding running the go-carts on the lot. Due to the need to
maintain a 3/4" road clearance, it is not possible to run the carts in a parking lot. He
would use a delivery service for customers, and testing of engines would occur at the
Dakota County track in Rosemount.
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(#12 - #2331 Marc Gillett - Continued)
Gillett said the property owner, Mr. Wear, has given approval for the engines to be run in
the building. Gillett said any engine work could be done after hours or in the basement
portion of the building. He noted the operation is not greasy. The engine is attached to
the frame in the shop.
Jabbour reported that there is no distinction between racing carts and 4-wheelers, and the
City would be unable to specify this particular type of cart. Gillett responded that the
concerns expressed about carts in the lot won't happen because of the cart design.
Flint said he would not support an amendment to the ordinance and stood by the Planning
Commission's recommendation for denial.
Gillett noted the need to provide the opportunity for people to get involved in this sport
requiring such a retail outlet.
Goetten said she would be concerned with the noise from the engines. Gillett responded
that he would follow any restrictions placed on the use. Gillett sud the go-carts come
two to a box and are assembled in the shop. To test the go-cart, it must be taken to the
Dakota Technical College track course. He would prefer to be allowed to start the
engine on the property without disturbing the neighbors. He noted it is alcohol based and
environmentally safe.
Jabbour questioned if there was a better location for this business.
Kelley noted that there are marinas where boats are repaired and gas stations where
engines are repaired, and suggested a condition on the use restricting engine-starting to
enclosed areas.
Goetten did not believe the use was substantially different from that of a bicycle shop.
Moorse said the difference is with the engine. He noted that if a finding of substantially
similar use is made under permitted uses, then no conditions would be placed on the use.
If a finding is made for being similar to a conditional use, such as garages, the code could
be amended with specific conditions for the proposed use.
Planning Commission Chair Lindquist was asked if the Planning Commission had a
problem with comparison of the uses. Lindquist said he objected to the use in its entirety
noting the difficulty in controlling the business. Gillett asked if there was any known
problem with the use in Long Lake. No indication of any problems was known.
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Mwrse said if the determination v. as made that go-carts are a substantially similar use
whether other uses similar to go-carts would be considered similar; also, the conditional
use could naiTowly defined. While agreeing with the need to narrowly define the use.
^bbour said Iw found it difficult to distinguish between other go-carts and 4-wheelers
Gil ett noted that these uses are able to run on the road. He suggested having a retail
outlet only with no hands on type of business.
Kelley asked if there was any zoning district within the City where this use would be
aUowed. Van Zomeren ^d go-carts are not listed as a permitted or conditional use in
the code in any zomng district. She did note, however, that the proposed zoning district
allows for a hardware, where repairs of lawnmowers could occur.
Goetten asked for Staffs opinion. Van Zomeren said if it is not substantially similar, then
no conditional use could be granted. A text amendment to add this use as a conditional
use would be consistent with garage and repair work in the B-1 district. Gaflfron
explained where the other B-1 locations are in the City.
Flint said he stands by his position that there is no similar use.
Goetten was informed that a used go-cart would run about $600 and could cost as much
as $12,000.
Flint moved, Goetten seconded, to deny the request for finding that a go-cart operation is
similar to that of a hobby shop or bicycle shop. Vote; Ayes 4, Nays 1, Kelley.
Van Zomeren reported that to amend the ordinance as a conditional use would require a
4/5 majority vote.
Kelley said he was not sure that this location was the best place for this use and asked if
there was another appropriate location. He questioned how the jet ski sales operation
obtained its conditional use permit. Jabbour indicated that this came into operation after
the ordinance was adopted.
Kelley noted the difficulty in limiting the use to just go-carts. He felt the use has the
possibility of expanding into other vehicles.
Jabbour asked Staff to come back with suggestions for uses within the B-1 . Kelley noted
the changes occurring in society create the need to update the list for additions and
deletions He stipulated that he was not stating whether the proposed use should or
should not be included on the list of uses.
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(#12 - #2331 Marc Gillett - Continued)
Jabbour asked Staff to make a recommendation based on if the use were to locate in the
Uty of Orono and determine the most appropriate location. Council agreed. He asked
that the guidelines be presented for discussion at the next meeting.
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Representing the Freshwater Foundation were Don Brown and JoEIIen Hurr.
Van Zomeren reported that the request by the Freshwater Foundation is to update or
^end the conditional use permit. She presented the history behind the foundation and
the building. The University of Minnesota did not need a zoning approval because it is
the State that grants poUce power to the City to regulate land use. The University of
Minnesota gave the facility back to the foundation in the early 1990's. A corporate tenant
has been found to lease the lower level. The Planning Commission reviewed the
application and were concerned with the lack of information on the tenant and their
work. The lease was under negotiations at the time. Van Zomeren said Staff did not
believe they could give approval without direction from Council. The Planning
Commission recommended no action be taken as they found no change to the conditional
use. Council was asked to provide direction to the applicant regarding the status of the
conditional use permit and if the lease fit the use.
JoEIIen Hurr, a Foundation board member, said the lease is with Cargill, who is interested
in leasing the facility for research. In response to the City’s concern regarding the type of
rese^ch, Hurr said the tenant must adhere to requirements of the permit. The permits
require maintaining review and authorization.
Hurr informed Flint that the reason behind the new tenant lease is economical. She noted
the expense related to laboratories.
Jabbour was informed by Don Brown that the type of research is biological in nature and
includes water based processing. He said the research is compatible with the design and
activities conducted by the University of Minnesota.
The Council was to determine whether the CUP in place is compatible with the tenant's
use and within the parameters of the CUP itself. The City needs to be aware of the State
and Federal regulations guiding the use. Jabbour said he would like assurance that no
hazardous materials are involved.
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■(#13 - #2338 Freshwater Foundation - Continued)
Kelley noted that the University operated the building for 19 years. He asked if there was
any change in the floor plan or hardcover during that time period. Hurr indicated a
g^age was added. Brown said the garage is located in the comer of the property by the
O Sullivan property and used as a storage facility. The original speciflcations and plans
have been followed. Brown indicated that, at one time, there was the intention to
constmct a channel from the "boat room" to the lake for scientists to bring samples
directly to the labs by boat. This did not occur.
Kelley asked if the garage would require a variance. Hurr said the garage was built
legally by the University. Kelley said it should be included in the records for future
reference.
Kelley moved, Peterson seconded, to approve the use within the conditional use permit.
Jabbour asked that the motion reflect no hazardous materials and put the tenant on notice
regarding this exclusion. All chemicals in use are to be filed with the Fire Department.
Vote; Ayes 5, Nays 0.
(#14) MOONEY LAKE ELEVATION CONTROL - INFORMATION UPDATE
Douglas Dayton, 300 CoRd 6, reported that his intention is to solve the high water
problem on Mooney Lake. The lake has continued to rise, causing the loss of trees. The
lake has no outlet. Dayton indicated that the high water levels of the 100 acre lake has
caused 115 of 6" diameter trees and 65 of 12" diameter trees to die. This is the second
tree line that has been lost since he moved there in 1960. Dayton reported that the
Watershed District is aware of the problem and agree that it should be solved. Dayton
said it would be helpful if the City would ask the Watershed District to solve the problem.
Gaffron indicated there were three issues of concern. One is the question of where the
pump discharge outlet will be located and whether it would be tied in to storm sewers or
with the Nortn Femdale Road improvement project. He thought the discharge may go to
the Plymouth side to Hadley Lake. If it flows to the Orono side, the water would run
through Spring Hill Golf Course or to Lydiard Lake. Gaffron said any additional water
to Lydiard may cause problems to this sensitive area. Gaffron said he would recommend
the outlet not discharge to either Spring Hill Golf Course or Lydiard Lake.
Another issue is how the solution would be funded. Gaffron indicated that discussion has
occurred regarding assessing the watershed. The property owners affected include
Dayton, a few in Medina, and the majority in Plymouth.
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(#14 - Mooney Lake Elevation Control - Continued)
Gaffron suggested the Watershed District work with the homeowners association m
solving the problem. Staff does not feel this is an issue for the City. He received a
sample petition from MCWD that could be used to request the Watershed District to
solve the problem. A letter from the homeowners association has suggested all three
cities be involved in the solution.
Gaffron reported that no resolution has been drafted. He is asking for any questions the
Council may have and indication of conceptual support. The Watershed has performed a
number of studies but no design has been created. They are looking for City support as
well.
Jabbour asked if the water increase is due to development in Plymouth. Gaffron said the
higher development density in Plymouth has probably contributed to the fluctuation of a
few feet along with the lack of an outlet. At the current water level, Gaffron said trees
will be impacted but the houses should not be directly impacted. Dayton noted that he
has lost the ability to walk along the shoreline.
Jabbour said it was important for Mr. Dayton to understand that some Watershed District
people would like the City to do the project and are divided on how to handle it. Jabbour
said he is in favor of finding a solution. He questioned whether all three cities would
have to initiate the project if the Watershed does not get involved. Dayton indicated that
the City of Medina has agreed to the need to monitor the water level. Gappa said he has
also discussed an outlet with the City of Plymouth.
Jabbour clarified with Dayton that he is asking the Council to endorse a project to reduce
the level of the water on Mooney Lake.
Kelley said he did not believe the cities could solve the problem without a catalyst. He
feels the problem is generated by the City of Plymouth, who should pay for correcting the
problem. Gaffron informed Kelley, when asked, that he did not know if storm sewer
empties directly into the lake from Plymouth.
Jabbour said the Watershed District involvement is based on receiving City cooperation
and feels a resolution should be pursued. He feels the Watershed should consider ways
for all three cities to correct the problem.
Flint said he would like Staff to study the issue and make recommendations. He does not
want to give carte blanche to whatever needs to be done to solve the problem.
Jabbour moved, Goetten seconded, to pass a resolution supportive of the Watershed
District reviewing the problem and developing a solution and cost estimate with copies
sent to Orono, Plymouth, and Medina with request for their ideas. Vote; Ayes 5, Nays
0.
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(^15) GARY DESANTIS, SAILORS WORLD MARINA - LETTER OF
REQUEST RE: SLIPS
Gary DeSantis, owner of Sailors World Marina, was present
Gaffron reported that DeSantis is requesting City support for a business plan regarding
the number of slips allowed for use at his marina. The LMCD is requiring removal of 10
slips, which were allowed to be used for a ten year time period, based on an agreement
reached in 1988 between LMCD and former owner, Toberman, when 20 buoys were
required to be removed. The ten year period is due to expire. Gaffron said 1987 City
action to approve a redevelopment of the site led to the boat sales operations being
moved to the gas station across the street. This operation continued for some time, then
discontinued. The marina eventually came under DeSantis’ ownership. Boat sales at the
marina have never been sanctioned but apparently have been on-going off season for
some time. This is a change that needs an amendment of the commercial site plan
approval and a revision to the boat club CUP. There are no specific dock regulations in
the City code. The LMCD requirement to remove 10 slips will result in a change in the
business.
Gaffron also noted that a storage module was allowed by the City a few years ago. The
location of the module in Staffs opinion is too visible, and it should be moved to an area
where it can be screened from the lake or with vegetation by the lake.
DeSantis indicated that the use of the marina has been a concern since 1994. Activities
include a boat club and off-season brokerage in addition to slip rental. The boat dub use
has been reduced in volume resulting in his proceeding with the brokerage of up 26
length boats. He said he has worked with the City since 1977 when he took over Paul s
Landing. DeSantis said the 79 water storage units is down from 170. He has made
$500,000 worth of improvements to the property and needs to offset the change in
business. If he loses these 10 slips, it would create a problem.
DeSantis referenced a 5/3/95 detailed report regarding parking. He said he'S using 34
stalls with the business, although his CUP allows a 100 member boat club and dockage
usage. The slip customers come in at varying times. DeSantis said the boat club pwple
is a 7.1 ratio. With reducing this business, he has cut down on the number of stalls by 6.
DeSantis said this has resulted in less intense use of the operation and with resulting
improvement to the property and to the community. To lose the 10 slips would cau^
uZ Kowo mt^ncifv hk nthpr activities. Removal of 6 slips in the northeast portioi
improvement to tne propeny ana lo me eunmiuiui^. . w ^ ^-r- -
him to have to intensify his other activities. Removal of 6 slips in the northeast portion
and 4 in the southeast portion of the slips will cause the loss of the natural brwkwater
and jeopardize the complex. It is currently set up to protect the area,and jeopardize the complex. It is currently set up to proieci me aica, «..u
would have to reconfigure the whole dock system if these slips are lost. DeSantis said he
has not received any complaints from the neighbors and feels no benefit would be gained
by the loss of the slips. He noted a letter sent by him to the Council.
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(#15 - Gary DeSantis - Sailors World Marina - Continued)
Goetten asked about the history behind the 10 slips. GafTron said the LMCD, in
approving the dock reconstruction in 1988, recognized there were 20 buoys located
outside of the 200' limit and informed the marina to come into conformity. Due to its
impact on the business, an agreement was reached that allowed for the 10 slips to be
added to the previous number of docks for a ten year time period to make up for the 20
buoy loss. Jabbour questioned whether it was only 10 docks. DeSantis said there were
also other water storage units removed. This occurred when the property was owned by
another person but the agreement is imposed on him as current owner. Gafiron read
from the agreement that the ability to reconfigure the docks included these 10 slips.
Goetten received confirmation from DeSantis that the time frame for the slips to
disappear has arrived and he had been aware of this agreement.
Goetten asked how many boats there were per running foot and how it applies to
marinas. She was informed that there were 79 dock slips of which 76 are rented.
Gaffron indicated with 250' of shoreline, it is about 1 boat for every 3'. Goetten asked
how this compares to other marinas. Gaffron said the use is dense citing 1 per 30' at
Minnetonka Boat Works, although Lakeside and North Shore Marinas have similar
density to that found at Sailors World. Jabbour noted that the Boat Works special
density license agreement was made with the City of Wayzata and the City did not agree
to the terms.
DeSantis responded that he felt the comparisons were not similar and noted his attempt
to reduce the intensity of activity on his property. He has also borne the cost to clean up
the soils. DeSantis said it would be difficult to continue to run his operation without the
use of these slips.
Jabbour indicated he would abstain from voting on the issue. Goetten chaired the
discussion.
Peterson asked what can be done about the brokerage sales. Gaffron said a commercial
site plan review must take place for such a change to the operation and will require an
additional 8 parking spaces. DeSantis already has a variance for parking and has shown
how it works. He suggested a formal application be submitted by DeSantis for the
amendment to the commercial site plan and for the parking variance.
DeSantis indicated that his allowance of 100 boat clubs members is down 50%. He
asked to continue the brokerage aspect of his business and maintain the lower boat club
numbers. Peterson informed him that he has no permission to sell boats. DeSantis said
he has done so since 1973.
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(#15- Gary DeSantis - Sailors World Marina - Continued)
Flint questioned why the City was becoming involved in this matter. Goetten said
DeSantis would like support from the City for his reque.st that the LMCD grant
permission to keep the 10 slips. DeSantis felt it was an issue of defining goals. His goal
is to de-intensify the use of the site. One way to do so is by brokering. DeSantis said he
has demonstrated by his improvements to the property and by cleaning up of the soils,
regardless of City support, good faith in his operation and had thought the City was
happy with his operation. He would like to show the LMCD that the City is satisfied
with how his business is being run. He noted that the only condition he has not complied
with is the landscaping plan, and that is due to the soil clean up. Gaffron agreed.
Flint felt his question was not answered. He supported submitting a letter regarding
DeSantis being a good business owner but does not feel the City should otherwise be
involved. DeSantis said his goals are predicated on having the number of slips available.
He would need to intensify the use to build up his operation if he loses the income from
the slips. He felt this should be of interest to the City. He reiterated he would have to
change the dock complex and increase rental activity. DeSantis said he believed the City
was not in favor of this occurring.
JoEllen Hurr, who is a past Council member and familiar with this operation, said she has
trouble seeing a hardship to allow the 10 slips to continue. She feels the hardship is self-
created. Hurr said DeSantis knew that he would loss these slips and should have
responded to it sooner in his business plan. She noted he was also not in compliance as
his approval did not include for the brokerage. She feels the agreement was made in
good faith and the operator should follow it. DeSantis responded that the agreement was
not made with him. Hurr said she understood that but he bought the operation.
Goetten closed the discussion and asked for Council to consider what action should be
taken.
Peterson asked for clarification on what DeSantis is requesting from the Council.
Gaffron said DeSantis would like a letter showing support of his business plan making
use of the 10 slips in order to maintain a lower level of intensity. He indicated that an
advisory should also be included that stipulated the brokerage was not sanctioned. Past
approvals of the use of this site have not been based on a sales operation. Adding a sales
operation will require an amendment. The letter of support is requested for the intensity
of use as well. Goetten indicated that even if the Council supports the business by a
letter, there are other issues that need to be resolved. Peterson felt that the City would be
opening up the ability for other marinas to act in the same manner if a letter of support
was given. Gaffron said he was unaware of a similar situation but supporting one
operation may require supporting the other operations as well. Flint said his concern is
with the request for more slips.
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MEETING HELD ON JANUARY 26, 1998
(#15 - Gary DeSantis - Sailors World Marina - Continued)
Flint moved, Peterson seconded, to move that no action be taken. Vote: Ayes 4 Navs 0
Abstain 1, Jabbour.
(The Engineering Report preceded the Mayor/Council Report.)
ENGINEER REPORT
(#16) REPORT ON FERNDALE ROAD NORTH PROJECT
Gappa reported that the public hearing was held at the last Council meeting. The draft
feasibility study proposed a 36' wide road, which was eliminated due to public respon.se
and Council's input. Gappa indicated the Council asked for cost estimates for a 32' v. ide
road project, a 28' wide road project, and a reclaim and pave option.
Gappa indicated that Orono's projected cost for a 32' wide road is $743,200. A 28' wide
road would cost Orono $700,763. These two options are eligible for State aid funding
The reclaim and repave cost of $242,974 is not eligible for the State aid funding. Gappa
reported that repaving is not recommended due to the existing problem with the subgrade
drainage, which would not be corrected, the ineligibility for MSA funding, and the City of
Plymouth's plan for a road project using MSA funding.
Jabbour asked if Gappa investigated Plymouth's policy regarding assessing the cost.
Gappa reported that Plymouth's policy is one where the residents of the road, based on
road frontage, are assessed for the cost of the improvement. Gappa thought the
assessment amount is less on a collector road. Jabbour said he would like the City to be
proactive in this matter with determining some assessment guidelines for future use.
Kellogg noted that only Plymouth residents will have direct access on North Femdale
Road.
Jabbour asked Gappa if he has discussed with Plymouth the fact that the Orono Council
does not want a 36' wide road. Gappa said he met with representatives of Plymouth
who were made aware of this fact. He informed them that the City of Orono would be
reviewing other options. Gappa said the City of Plymouth has not yet approved a formal
feasibility report. He asked for direction on the road width from the Council.
Jabbour opened the meeting to public comments.
Mary Wng, 142 Chevy Chase Drive, indicated that the 1993 guidelines stipulate if the
speed is reduced to 30 mph, a 26' wide road would be eligible for MSA funding. Jabbour
said he had asked Staff what the minimum road width is allowed in order to receive the
funding and was informed of the 28' width. Gappa said he was unaware of a 26' road
being eligible for the funding. Jabbour noted that there is the option of the bike path
located off the roadway.
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MEETING HELD ON JANUARY 26,1998
(#16 - Feradale Road North Project - Continued)
King noted the difficulty with working between two cities. She said the residents would
like to see trees saved and the character of the area maintained. These were reasons why
people moved here initially, and King would like the road to be as close to what currently
exists as possible. She asked if the design of Brown Road at 28' has proved suitable with
the road and bike path. Gappa reported that the winter trail maintenance is an issue for
the 28' width, which is too narrow for bikers and hikers to bike and walk on.
Martin Gardiner, a Plymouth resident, said he asked the City of Plymouth about plowing
the trail in the winter months. He was told that Plymouth would plow and pay for the
expense. Jabbour informed him that the neighbors had indicated at the public hearing that
it is dangerous to ride bikes on the road.
Jabbour said the original intent of the City was to repave the road, and that is still an
option. He referenced the cost differences for the options and pointed out that North
Ferndale Road is not a primary road.
Stuart Dietz, a Plymouth resident, asked if the Council has seen the citizen survey.
Jabbour informed him that they have seen it and discussed it at the public hearing.
Jabbour said the Council has no agenda regarding the road and are only reacting to the
requests for repairing the road.
King asked what the next step would be after the public hearing in Orono, cost
information gathered, Plymouth notified of Orono's intent, and Plymouth's public hearing.
Jabbour reviewed the history of the request for road improvement as it has transpired to
date. Staff will bring the information to the City of Plymouth.
Gappa indicated that the City of Plymouth wants to schedule another informational
meeting and invite representatives of all three cities and meet with the Orono Council.
Plymouth will then hold a public assessment hearing and a recommendation will be made.
Jabbour said the City of Orono needs to make their position known regarding the road
improvement. He asked whether the minimum road width for MSA funding eligibility is
26' or 28'. Kellogg said the State guidelines say 28'. He said cost figures could be
calculated for a 26' road, but he did not believe the State would agree to that width.
Gappa noted the measurements are metric. He noted the language also refers to the
recommendation regarding the speed limit, which he thought could possibly allow for a
26' wide road if the speed limit was 30 mph.
Goetten said her understanding is that the City of Plymouth usually builds wider roads.
Gappa said their standard road is 32'. Gappa felt the Council needs to make a
recommendation and forward it to the City of Plymouth. Jabbour suggested reviewing
the City's road standards for subdivision development.
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MEETING HELD ON JANUARY 26,1998
(#16 - Femdale Road North Project - Continued)
Mr. Dietz asked whether an interchange at Femdale and Interstate 394 is being
considered. Jabbour said the interchange was eliminated but the decision could change.
Dietz said the possibility of this interchange is a reason behind a narrower roadway
request.
Mary King felt the 32* design with bike path and two lanes is a good design but would
create a problem for this road. The residents would like to see the design approached in
a conservative manner.
Martin Gardiner asked if it would be helpful to gather input from the residents along the
road by use of the available drawings. Jabbour indicated the Council has a good idea of
what is desired by the residents. Flint felt the Council was coming to a consensus
regarding the road design and should move forward.
Mary King was informed by Gappa that the public information meeting in Plymouth
would be held in February. The road improvement is projected for construction this
coming summer but may be delayed until 1999.
Goetten questioned why the City of Plymouth is taking so long. Gappa agreed that
Orono is ahead of Plymouth in the process.
Terry Knight, a Plymouth resident and co-president of the Hadley Lake Homeowners
Association, noted there has been no addressing of the storm sewer runoff. Kellogg said
the drainage areas are drawn out and sewer proposed. There are questions in the
southern portion of the road. He indicated the drainage issue is in preliminary form and
more information will be forthcoming in the next couple weeks.
Jabbour asked if Orono will schedule another public hearing. Moorse said the residents
were informed of this meeting at the last hearing.
Flint moved, Peterson seconded, to approve the 28' width with the condition that the cost
be split 50/50 with the City of Plymouth including the off-road bike trail.
Kelley felt the City of Orono should not be participating in the cost of the bike trail. He
felt the trail would only serve a finite group of Orono residents. With the location on the
east or Pljmiouth side, Kelley felt it would be a waste of Orono taxpayer dollars to pay
for the trail.
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MEETING HtLD ON JANUA ki zo ,
(U]ft - FemHale North Project - Continned)
Jabbour clarified that based on State guidelines Plymouth is paying for 100% of the tr^l.
However, under this formula, Orono is paying $700,000 for the road, while Plymouth is
only paying $515,000. If the bike path is added in to the cost, Orono would pay for half ^
that cost but Plymouth wouid be increasing their cost by picking up i/2 of the iuii cost of
the road. With the even split in costs, Jabbour questioned asking Plymouth to pay for the
trail too. Flint added that all of the residents voiced support of the trail.
Goetten reported that she has received many calls over the years from residents of this
neighborhood asking for a path on the west side of the road for their use. She is
concerned that the trail is only for the east side. Flint said the larger portion of
popuiaiion is on ihe east side but the trail wiii be used by aii.
Jabbour asked if a path can be striped on the west side on a 28 ’ wide road, (hppa said
no. A 4’ traii on both sides of the road wouid require 52 ’. Gappa indicated that the
difference comes into play due to the curb reaction distance, which requires 2'. Kellogg
elaborated that the dnving lane cannot be closer than 2' from the curb.
Kelley asked how cost sharing can be discussed without seeing the design. Jabbour
disagreed that the design is unknown. Kelley questioned what land is being taken on
both sides of the road. Jabbour felt enough information has been gathered. He noted the
road is staked at 36' and residents should be able to determine the change related to the
28' roadway.
Jabbour noted there were two choices for the Council to consider, the 28' MSA road or
the 28 ’ repavement. He thought that the cost was the only issue to resolve, and a
decision is necessary in order to move forward.
Kelley asked if the road will be centered on the right-of-way. Jabbour said it would be
shifted toward the Orono side. Kellogg said the road center would be 4’ into the Orono
or western side of the center line of the right-of-way. Kelley asked why this is occurring.
Kellogg said the reason is to balance the road within the right-of-way, especially with the
trail construction, and avoid destroying trees. The road will transition 2' to the east on
the north end of the road. The road is staked in order for the residents to get a
preliminary idea of where the road will be.
Flint asked if the road was now coming in 4' on each side with the 28' design. He was
informed that this is true, though the detailed layout has not yet been done.
Jabbour noted that the detailed drawing of the 36 ’ width roadway was denied. He asked
what the cost was for the drawing. Kellogg said he believed the cost was not wasted.
Jabbour said the cost is wasted if the road is only repaved.
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MEETING HELD ON JANUARY 26,1998
(#16 - Femdale Road North Project - Continued)
Gappa said Staff is asking for a basic concept approval at this time for width and whether
a rural or urban section should be considered. More detailed plans will require further
approval. Direction is required on the concept before final plans are drawn. Jabbour
added that the concept cannot be submitted to the City of Plymouth if the Council does
not agree on the basics. He said the Council cannot continue to make changes on what is
going to occur. Gappa said the recommendation for the road will be forwarded to
Plymouth.
Martin Gardiner informed the Council that the road layout is also due to the location of
the power lines on the east side. He said he has walk^ the roadway and concluded that
any improvement will affect the neighborhood with the exception of repaving only. He
feels the 28' concept is a win-win situation for all.
Jabbour noted that the storm sewer design received is a rural design. Jabbour said he had
thought repaving would be appropriate and last 6-10 years. However, with the proposed
split in cost and life expectancy of total reconstruction being 20 years with an overlay
allowing for up to 40 years, it would be irresponsible to only repave the road. Repaving
is half the cost of total reconstruction and the underlying problem would not be repaired.
Jabbour said he also feels the bike path is not an issue as it has been determined that the
trail will be built on the Plymouth side.
Kelley asked what the position would be if the City of Plymouth does not agree to split
the cost. Flint said the matter would be reassessed at that time.
Terry Knight said the City of Plymouth would like to see the project move forward. He
feels the plan is taking alot of time for what is considered a small project in Plymouth.
Kelley asked what type of curbing would be used. Gappa said he would like to see a
vertical curb in order to k*!cp people off the boulevard area. Flint noted the problems
arise from motorcyclists iS well. Tom Lane noted that the kids ride up the curbs with
their bikes, skate boards, and roller blades.
Vote: Ayes 3, Nays 2, Goetten, Kelley.
The recommendation is for a 28 ’ wide MSA road, with an urban curb, and cost being split
50/50 between the Cities of Orono and Plymouth.
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MEETING HELD ON JANUARY 26, 1998
(#17) WINTER MAINTENANCE OF TRAILS
Tom Lane, 915 North Brown Road, informed the Council that discussion has been held
regarding winter maintenance of the trail. The question had been asked at two different
meetings who will maintain the trails. Lane said the past Public Works Director, John
Gerhardson, said the City would maintain the trails. Lane asked the Council why the
trails are not being maintained. He noted weeds are plentiful during the summer months
and snow has made the trail impossible to use over the winter. He said the snow is piled
6' high near Sugarwoods.
Lane said the 28' wide road receives alot of use. He submitted a letter regarding the trail
to 70 residents and received 35 replies. There are not alot of homes on the road
indicating the trail is being used by other residents as well. Lane said the trail serves
seven different neighborhoods. Safety problems are arising from attempts to walk the
trail.
Lane said the residents love the trail. He indicated he personally lost a major portion of
his front yard when the trail was constructed but felt the trail would be a benefit to the
residents. Lane said he is now being told the policy is that the trails are not maintained.
He questioned this as the trail is a main access point for many people. He asked the
Council to reconsider the policy and remove the snow from the trail. Lane felt a solution
could be reached.
Flint informed Lane that the problem is the cost in maintaining the trails. He noted the
short trail system in the City does not justify buying the necessary equipment. F!»nt
indicated that the trail on Old Crystal Bay Road will be tied in to Hennepin Parks trail
system and maintained by Hennepin Parks in the future. This, however, does ii '*t solve
the problem for Brown Road North. He suggested possibly contracting with the City of
Plymouth. Flint said the City cannot afford to maintain the trails but would like to see an
attempt made at maintaining it. He said he has been told that trails can become icy in the
winter months. Flint asked Staff to consider other options.
Jabbour informed Lane that it is the City’s policy not to plow roads in new subdivisions.
The issue of trails and maintenance must be a City-wide policy Jabbour said he reviewed
this issue with Moorse. It was noted that each community has different roads. There are
benefits to narrow roadways. Jabbour noted that there are people in the City who pay
high taxes but receive little benefit in service from the City.
Lane asked if a wing could be added to a plow. Goetten informed him that a
determination cannot be made for one trail only. She also questioned the issue of
liability. Lane asked what the policy is if someone were to be hit on the roadway.
Goetten said she would question what people did before trails were built.
Jabbour asked Lane if he would be interested in a special assessment. Lane said he would
have to discuss the matter with the other neighboring residents.
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MEETING HELD ON JANUARY 26,1998
(#17 - Winter Maintenance of Trails - Continued)
Gappa indicated that the policy would have to be reviewed. He noted the difficulty in
maintaining the grass in the boulevard area between the curb and the trail. One option is
to pave from the trail to the road. Special equipment would be required and plowing
cannot be done with the current equipment.
Jabbour asked Staff to review this issue.
MAYOR/COUNCIL REPORT
No report was given.
CITY ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT
(#18) U.S. WEST - ANTENNA LEASE ON NAVARRE WATER TOWER
Moorse reported that U.S. West would like to negotiate lease agreements for both the
Navarre Water Tower and the North Water Tower at the same time.
Jabbour moved, Goetten seconded, to table Agenda Item #18. Vote: Ayes 5, Nays 0.
(*#19) TAX FORFEIT PROPERTIES - RESOLUTION NO. 4027
Goetten moved, Peterson seconded, to adopt Resolution No. 4027 requesting
conveyance of tax forfeit lands for public use by the City of Orono. Vote: Ayes 5, Nays
0.
(#20) PURCHASE OF POUCE SQUAD CARS
Peterson reiterated the need to have 4-wheel drive vehicles.
Peterson asked whether the transmissions were inspected on the vehicles and
maintenance records reviewed. Kelley indicated he asked similar questions of Moorse.
Peterson said she did not understand why the City of Champlin would sell these newer
vehicles. Kelley asked if the vehicles had posi-traction rear engines. Moorse said he
would have to check with the Police Department.
Goetten noted that the purchases have already been made.
Moorse indicated that the vehicles have 28,000 miles on their odometers and are in
immaculate condition. The City of Champlin has a policy where they have take-home
squad cars and turn them back in for resale prior to expiration of the warranty. Moorse
said he is satisfied with the vehicles.
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MEETING HELD ON JANUARY 26,1998
Gocttcn moved, Flint seconded, to confirm the authorization to purchase four used 1996
police squads fromthe City ofChampUn at a cost of$14,900 per squad. Vote: Ayes 4,
Nays 1, Peterson.
(#21) ANIMAL CONTROL SERVICE CONTRACTS WITH SOUTH LAKE
CITIES
Moorse reported that the contract is a general form used to provide animal control
services to the cities of Excelsior, Shorewood, and Tonka Bay for the year 1998. These
cities received a short notice from their prior service provider, requiring them to seek
service elsewhere. The contracts were negotiated with the cities, but they were mfoiroed
to continue to seek other alternatives in the event the service does not meet expectations
of Orono or these cities. Language is included in the contract where the contract can be
reviewed at mid-year and 3/4 year for release or renegotiation of the contract.
Peterson asked if these cities were paying the cost for half a person. Moorse said the
amount was more than that and should result in no increase in costs to Orono and a
substantial benefit to the City.
Kelley voiced concern with taking on more responsibi when the work level is ^ready
complex. He also felt the trip to Excelsior was a lai ^ ibr the personnel. Moorse
felt the benefits outweighed the additional work load.
Jabbour asked about problems with maintaining staff. Moorse said problems have not
occurred recently. He did note that the longevity of part-time employees is lower th^
that of a full-time employee. With the ability to hire a full-time employee, this should
benefit the City.
Peterson asked if the employees are on patrol. Moorse said the service includes on-patrol
duty and employees are also on-call.
Moorse indicated that the City is stepping in to aid these other cities to assist in solving a
problem. The service will not be continued if it creates problems.
Jabbour noted the need for providing alternative impound facilities.
Peterson moved, Goetten seconded, to approve, on a trial basis, the contracts with the
cities of Excelsior, Shorewood, and Tonka Bay for the provision of animal control
services for 1998. Vote; Ayes 4, Nays 1, Kelley.
CITY ATTORNEY’S REPORT
City Attorney Barrett had no report.
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MEETING HELD ON JANUARY 26,1998
Goetten asked if the cigarette licensees were abiding by the newly adopted tobacco
guidehnes and regulations. Moorse said they were in compliance.
Flint moved, Peterson seconded, to approve the following licenses. Vote: Ayes 5, Nays
Residential Kennel Licenses:
1) Wayne E. and Gayle D. Carrier 2) Jane Kline and Steve Bell
1376 North Arm Drive 4455 West Branch Road
3) Tracey Morrow
3026 Casco Point Road
4) John Redmond
2695 Casco Point Road
5) Kenneth B. & Karen S. Rolland 6) Judith A. Spinner
4119 Oak Street 940 North Arm Drive
Cigarette Licenses:
1) Richard Bloomquist
Rick's Super Valu
3333 Shoreline Drive
3) Jimmie Holtz
Jimmie's Lounge
3380 Shoreline Drive
5) Richard Kohn
Wayzata Country Club
200 Wayzata Boulevard
7) John O'Sullivan, O'Sullivans II
(Convenience Store & Culver's)
3340 Shoreline Drive
9) Grant Wenkstem
Lake^dew Golf of Orono, Inc.
405 North Arm Drive
(*#23) BILLS
Goetten moved. Peterson seconded, to approve payment of the All Funds Account
Vote: Ayes 5, Nays 0.
2) Steven Corl
Navarre Liquors, Inc.
3421 Shoreline Drive
4) LeRoy Koehnen
Navarre Amoco
3360 Shoreline Drive
6) John O'Sullivan
2695 Casco Point Road
8) William Wear
Orono Self Service
2160 Wayzata Boulevard
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FEB 9 1998REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION
DATE:
ITEM NO.:H-
Department Approval:
Name Brad Bressler
Title Planning Assistant
Administrator Reviewed:Agenda Section;
Zoning
Item Description:#2289 Jon Pendleton
350 North Arm Drive
Conditional Use Permit-Public Hearing
Zoning District:LR-IA One Family Lakeshore Residential District (2 acres)
Lot Area:191,664 square feet (4.4 acres)
Application:
The applicant is proposing to keep one horse on his property during the non-winter months,
approximately April through November. Two pasture areas are proposed. Pasture #1 is 1.14
acres and Pasture 02 is .67 acre, yielding 1.81 acres total. A conditional use permit is required
for the keeping of a horse.
PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION:
The Planning Commission recommended by a 4 to 0 vote to:
1.Approve a conditional use permit for the seasonal keeping of one horse
on the subject property, utilizing both pastures as proposed.
2.Best management practices suggested by University of Minnesota extension
educator Jeremy Geske should be followed by the applicant. His recommendations
are attached as Exhibit B of the Resolution.
COUNCIL ACTION REQUESTED:
To approve or amend the enclosed resolution.
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A RESOLUTION GRANTING
A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
PER MUNICIPAL ZONING CODE
SECTION 10.20, SUBDIVISION 3(M)
FILE NO. 2289
WHEREAS, Jon M. Pendleton (hereinafter the "applicant") is the owner of the
property located at 350 North Arm Lane within the City of Orono (hereinafter "City") and
legally described as:
Lot 2, Block, 1, Markoe Addition, Hennepin County, Minnesota (hereinafter
"property"); and
WHEREAS, the applicant has applied to the City for a conditional use permit
to permit the seasonal keeping of a horse on his property.
Minnesota:
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of Orono,
FINDINGS
1. This application v/as reviewed as Zoning File #2289.
2. The property is located in the LR-IA Zoning District. The property consists of
4.4 acres.
3.On January 20, 1998, the Orono Planning Commission reviewed the application
as proposed and recommended approval based on the following findings:
a.A University of Minnesota extension educator specializing in animal
feedlots indicated the pasture sites will not negatively affect the
waterways or neighborhood.
b.Pasture #1 is not considered a feedlot as it allows more than 1 acre per
animal unit. This pasture meets the 75' lakeshore setback. Pasture #2
is considered a feedlot as it allows less than 1 acre per animal unit. This
pasture meets the 300' feedlot setback from waterways. Exhibit A is the
survey depicting the location of the pastures.
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c.The combined pasture area of 1.81 acres where 2 acres is required for 1
animal unit is sufficient as the horse will be rotated between pastures and
will be provided additional feed.
d.A 10' drainage easement separating the pastures inhibits the ability to
have one contiguous pasture area.
e.The horse would only be kept on the property during the non-winter
months.
f. No structure for the horse is required or proposed.
The City Council finds that granting a conditional use permit to allow the
seasonal keeping of one horse on the pro,«rty wilt not be detnmen^ to the
health, safety or general welfare of the public, would not adversely affect light,
air nor pose a fire hazard or other danger to neighboring properties, nor will its
use depreciate surrounding propeity values and that the proposed level of use of
the property will be in keeping with the intent and objectives of the 2kming
Code and Comprehensive Plan of the City.
The City Council has considered this application including the findings and
recommendations of the Planning Commission, reports by City staff, comments
by the applicant and the effect of the proposed conditional use permit on the
health, safety and welfare of the community.
CONCLUSIONS, OHDER AND CONDITIONS
grants a condiS uTpcmil'^ril^iS^S'
fo permit the keeping of one horse on tlie subject property dun-,- the non-winter months,
subject to the following conditions:
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ATTEST:
The applicant shall follow best management practices as suggested in the
attached letter dated February 6, 1998 from Jeremy Geske, University of
Minnesota extension educator specializing in feedlots (Exhibit B).
Authorities granted by this resolution run with the property not with the owner
but are permissive only and must be exercised within one year of the date of
Council approval or the special conditions of this resolution will expire on that
date (February 9, 1999).
Violation of or non-compliance with any of the terms and conditions of this
resolution shall constitute a violation of the Zoning Code, shall automatically
terminate any authority granted herein, and shall be punishable as a
misdemeanor.
The undersigned applicant has read, understood and hereby agrees to the terms
of this resolution and on behalf of himself, his heirs, successors and assigns,
hereby agrees to the recording of this resolution in the Chain of Title of the
property.
Adopted by the Orono City Council on this 9th day of February, 1998.
Linda S. Vee, City Clerk Gabriel Jabbour, Mayor
Property Owner(s)
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The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me on this 9th day of
February, 1998 by Gabriel Jabbour and Linda S. Vee, Mayor and City Clerk of the City of
Orono, a Minnesota municipal corporation and said instrument was executed on behalf of the
City.
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On this____day of____199 _before me a Notary Public within and
for said county, personally appeared
known to me to be the person(s) described in and who executed the foregoing instrument, and
acknowledged that he (they) executed the same as his (their) free act and deed.
NOTARY PUBLIC
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On this____day of____., 199 _before me a Notary Public within and
for said county, personally appeared
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acknowledged that he (they) executed the same as his (their) free act and deed.
NOTARY PUBLIC
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February 6,1998
TO; Brad Brcssicr, City of Orono
FR: Jeremy Oeske, Extension Educator, Livestock Syste
RE: Jon & Mog Pendleton’s request to keep I horse...
CC: Jon & Meg Pendleton
The Pendleton’s wish to keep one horse, for approximately six months of the year, on
their properly. The total amount of manure production from one for half a year is
relatively minor. I have recommended a few management practices that should ensure
that the manure will not be a pollution problem.
❖ When building the two lots where the horse will be kept, follow city (and/or county)
required / recommended setbacks from shoreland and septic system.
>* Three areas of concern were the lakeshore, the septic system and the small creek
that cuts across the property and empties into the lake. I'he creek is basically
only a concern during spring run-off from snowmelt. Since the horse will not be
kept on the property over winter, this shouldn’t be a problem.
*> Maintain a vegetation cover on the horse lots if possible.
> Meg A Jon have expressed their willingness to provide supplemental forage
(hay) to reduce grazing pressure on the lots. I would be happy to inspect the site
at the end of the first summer to evaluate the vegetative cover.
> If the lots become devoid of vegetation, there arc two things I would recommend:
• It would be very cosy to design a clean water diversion that would keep r\in-
off from flowing over the lots.
• Set up a manure composting pile.
If it is deemed that a compost pile is necessary , I would be happy to work with the
Pendleton's to design a system for them. Compost piles quickly and efficiently convert
manure into organic matter that can readily be used as fertilizer for gardens or fields, and
they are relatively odorless. We can design a system that is not in tl»e path of run-off, and
by putting a fence around it, we can keep Che area aesthetically pleasing. We’ve talked
about this, and they are more than witling to do whatever is necessary. 1 can provide
details on how oAen the lot needs to be cleaned, the compost pile emptied, etc.
I would also like to add that Jon & Meg give me every indication that they are not only
willing to, but also want to manage ihcir horse in a w'ay that is healthy for the horse and
safe for the environment. They have made connections with a veterinarian, other horse
owners. University of Minnesota Extension staff and other professionals to assist them as
they care for this horse. They clearly have the resources and the desire to do things right,
and 1 see no reason to deny their request.
Jon & Meg may call on me to provide information or assistance in these areas. If you
hove any question.s, 1 can be reached at (612)891-7704.
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FROM:
Chair Lindquist and Orono Planning Commission Members
Ron Moorse, City Administrator
Brad Dressier, Planning Assistant
DATE:Jan ’-ir}’ 2,1997
SUBJECT: #2289-Jon Pendleton
350 North Arm Lane
Conditional Use Permit-Public Hearing
Zoning District: LR-1 A One Family Lakeshore Residential District (2 Acres)
Lot Area:1 91,664 square feet (4.4 acres)
Application: This application was tabled at the October 20, 1997 Planning Commission
meeting at the request of the applicant and pending the receipt of a certified survey per Planning
Commission recommendation. The applicant is proposing to keep one horse on his property during
the sunum", months (approximately April through November). A conditional use permit is required
for the keeping of a horse in this zoning district. Two possible pasture areas are proposed.
Attachment F shows where the pastures are proposed to be located. Pasture #1 is 1.14 acres and
Pasture #2 is .67 acres yielding 1.81 acres total. The applicant had proposed the construction of a
bam and the keeping of two horses year round on the property in a previous application in 1096.
The application was withdrawn.
Pertinent Ordinances:
Section 9.13, Subd. 13; Regulation of Horses
Section 10.02, Definition 5: Animal Unit
Section 10.03, SuUJ. 15; Non-Encroachments
Section 10.20, Subd. 3(M); LR-1A Conditional Uses, Animals
Section 10.56, Subd. 3, Definition 1; Animal Feedlot
Section 10.56, Subd 13; Conditional Uses in Shoreland Areas
Section 10.56, Subd. 16 (N,2); Animal Feedlot Standard.s
U2289 -Jon Pendleton
330 North Arm Lane
Conditional Use Permit
January 20, 1998
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Findings:
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That the proposed location of the conditional use is in accord with the objectives of the
Zoning Chapter and the purposes of the district in which the site is located and
Comprehensive Municipal Plan.
Horses are allowed as a conditional use in the LR-1A zoning district. The comprehensive
plan addresses the issue of keeping horses on pages 4-20, #2 and 4-29 "Rural
Agricultural Land Use . According to these two sections, quasi-agricultural uses are
permitted, but will be analyzed and reviewed on an individual basis to assure appropriate
safeguards for the environment and the neighbors".
That the proposed location of the conditional use and the proposed condition under
which it would be operated or maintained would not be detrimental to the public health,
safety or welfare, or materially injurious to properties or improvements in the vicinity.
An inspection of the proposed pasture areas was conducted on September 8, 1997 by
Jeremy Geske, a University of Minnesota extension educator specializing in animal
feedlots. Mr. Geske has indicated that the proposed pasture sites will not negatively
affect the neighborhood or waterways. Runoff containing manure should also not be a
problem if the pastures are properly maintained. His recommendations are attached as
Attachment G.
The keeping of a horse on the property would not be out of character with the
neighborhood as the horse is currently kept on the property across the road to the west from
the subject property.
That the proposed conditional use will comply with each of the applicable provisions
of the Zoning Chapter.
According to City Code Section 10.56, Subdivision 3, Definition 1, a confined area allowing
more than one acre for each animal unit is not considered a feedlot. Pasture #1 meets this
definition, however Pasture #2 is subject to feedlot standards as it provides less than 1 acre
per animal unit. The previous proposal was considered a feedlot as two animals were
proposed to be kept on less than 2 acres of pasture. Pasture #1 is not subject to the 300’
setback requirement from the OHWL, while Pasture #2 is considered a feedlot and is subject
to this setback requirement. Pasture ^1 has proposed a fence located 75’ from the OHWL,
meeting the lakeshore setback requirement and Pasture #2 has proposed a fence located
approximately 300’ from the OHWI, meeting the feedlot setback requirement.
M2289^Jon Pendleton
250 Sorth Arm Lane
Conditional Use Permit
January'20, 1998
Pa^e 2
A minimum of 2 acres of pasture area is required for the keeping of one horse according to
Zoning Code Section 10.20, Subdivision (3,M). This code section also makes a provision
that when pasture is not required for feed purposes, the two acre requirement may be adjusted
at the discretion of the City Council. The applicant has indicated that additional feed will
be provided on site for the horse. If both pastures are utilized, a total of 1.81 acres would be
available, nearly meeting the two acre requirement. Mr. Geske has advocated in his letter
(Attachment G) that the horse be occasionally rotated between pastures to relieve pressure
on vegetation. Combining the two pastures is not possible as a 30' drainage easement
separates them.
The proposed fence would not exceed 6' or be located within the 75' lakeshore setback.
Fences not exceeding 6' in height are considered non-encroachments and are not subject to
zoning district setback requirements. There is no defined setback requirement for fences
from property lines. The applicant is proposing locating the north fence for the pasture
directly behind the property line.
There are no codified setback requirements for pastures from drainage easements, structures
or septic systems. The City Septic Inspector has noted a 10' setback from the septic system
is the advisable guideline. Pasture #2, the nearest proposed pasture to the septic system,
would be located 25' from the system at its closest point.
An accessory structure to shelter the animal i'> not proposed, nor is it required for the
seasonal keeping of an animal.
Staff Recommendation:
• Staff recommends both pastures being approved, with Pasture being the primary site as
this is preferrt>l ?,y both the applicant and neighbor to the north. Pasture #2 should be used
occasionally to relieve pressure on the vegetation of Pasture #1, as Mr. Geske has
recommended.
• Staff recommends approval of the proposed setbacks from the OHWL for both pastures.
Pasture #1 meets the required 75' setback and is not considered a feedlot and Pasture #2
meets the required 300' setback and is considered a feeJlot.
• Staff recommends approval of Pasture #1 at 1.14 acres and Pasture #2 at .67 acre for a total
of 1.81 acres.
. Staff recommends that the Planning Commission approve the application based on the
findings of the extension educator subject to the manure being composted on site according
to best management practices advised by Mr. Geske.
H2289Jon Pundleton
350 North Arm Lane
Conditional Use Permit
January 20, 1 998
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■______$250.00 Institutional (church, school, etc.)
_____$225.00 Guest House/Guest Apartments
_____$200.00 Duplex Credit/Bldg
_____$300.00 Commercial/Industrial Use
_____$250.00 Land Alteration
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____ Grading and filling - 101 cu. yd. or more
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_____$150.00 Renewal Fee (no change from original application)
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_____$250.00 Commercial Site Plan Review (+ consultant fees)
_____$300.00 Vacation
_____$200.00 Easement Vacation
_____$100.00 Easement Vacation With Subdivision
_____$350.00 Rezoning (PUD - refer to fee schedule)
_____$350.00 Comprehensive Plan Amendment
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SURVEY OF THE BOUNDARIES OF:
LOT 2, BLOCK 1, MARKOE ADDITION
HENNEPIN COUNTY. MINNESOTA
IT DOES NOT PURPORT TO SHOW IMPROVEMENTS OR ENCHROACHMENTS. EXCEPT AS SHOWN. AS SURVEYED BY ME OR
UNDER MY DIRECT SUPERVISION THIS I7TH DAY OF NOV.. 1997.
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E-mail: dakota@mes.umn.edu
Sept. 8, 1997
TO: Mr. & Mrs. Pendleton
FR: Jeremy Geske, E.xtension Educator
RE: Sept. 5 farm visit
I wasn t sure who to address this to, so I’ll send it to you along with a copy for you to forward to the appropriate
people.
As I understand it, the Pendletons are hoping to build a smaP pasture and a riding arena (which could also serve as
a second pasture) to keep their one horse during the summer months (approx. 6-7 months, April- Nov.). The horse
would be boarded over winter. Currently, the horse is boarded year round.
I assume the reason I was asked to inspect the site is because of the concern over manure, considering the
proximity of the lakf a small creek and a septic system. I’m not familiar with the local setbacks for these regions,
but the Pendletons will comply with regulations and build their fences accordingly. The plan would be for both
the pasture and riding arena to maintain a cover of vegetation, which greatly reduces the potential for run-off to
carry manure into the lake. In addition, one horse will not produce manure in large enough quantity to be a major
concern. Nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium from the manure should be utilized by the e.\isting vegetation. Their
are plans for the lot to be cleaned occasionally, and the manure composted. I can ’t see manure building up in
significant quantity to become a pollution hazard.
If I understand correctly, there are about 4 and 1/2 acres of land; however, I would like to know how many acres
will be available after the setbacks are taken into consideration. This would help us determine if supplemental
feeding would be necessary. The amount of horse traffic on land also has an impact on the vegetation. Having
two pastures, so the horse could be rotated every so often, would relieve some of this pressure.
The Pendletons indicated that they have a very' good working relationship with a veterinarian, and with the family
that sold the horse to them. They have given me every indication that the have the desire and the resources to take
care of the horse, and are very anxious to comply with all regulations.
Based on our visit and the inspection of the land, I do not see any reason to deny the permit. If the permit is
granted, I would like lo visit the site late ne.xt summer to see if the pastures have maintained the vegetation. If the
pressure from grazing and horse traffic reduces the vegetation too much, one could simply board the horse at
another site. Since the horse is boarded part of the year anyway, this shouldn’t be a probfen..
When selecting a site for comnostlng the mnure, choose one that is not in the path of runoff, and preferably out of
view from the public. If nece.'saiy', wr could .ilso look at diverting clean water runoff away from the pastures.
I hope this letter meets your needs for this pennit process. Don’t hesitate to call me at 891-7704 If I can be of
further assistance. 1 would N glad to provide information on such things as composting manure or horse
management.
UNIVERSIT/ OF MINNESOTA. U.S. DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE. AND MINNESOTA COUNTIES COOPERATING
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REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION ^
DATE: February 9, 1998
Department Approval:
Name Gregory A. Gappa
Title Director of Public Services
Administrator Reviewed:Agenda Section:
Engineer's Report
Rem Description: Sanitary Sewer Grant for I & I Rehabilitation
The Metropolitan Environmental Services is offering matching grants for correction of inflow and
infiltration problems in sanitary sewers. The City of Orono has a significant I & I problem
because of high groundwater and sewers near Lake Minnetonka. This > the second round of
grants available. The City obtained a grant during the first round in 1996. Completion of the work
for this lirst grant is substantially complete. Televising and manhole and pipe rehabilitation was
completed in the Saga Hill area under the first grant. The intent of the MCES is to offer this
program every two years. This application will be for work to be completed during 1998 and 1999
with the next grant application anticipated for the year 2000.
Work in the Casco Point and the area between Navarre and Tonka Bay is being proposed for this
grant application. This is a 50% matching grant program. The proposed program for the next two
years is for $60,000 to be spent on manhole and pipe rehabilitation and $20,000 programmed for
manhole and pipe inspection. This results in a required City contribution of $20,000 per year for
the next two years, total City amount of $40,000. There are funds appropriated in the 1998
budget for this work and continued budgeting of this money will be necessary in 1999.
COUNCIL ACTION REQUESTED:
Motion to approve resolution authorizing the submittal of an I/I reduction grant from the
Metropolitan Council Environmental Services.
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A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE SUBMITTAL OF AN APPLICATION
FOR AN I/I REDUCTION LOAN OR GRANT TO THE
METROPOLITAN COUNCIL ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES (MCES)
WHEREAS, the city of Orono currently experiences substantial infiltration and
inflow (I/I) into its sanitary sewer system; and
WHEREAS, Orono has initiated, in recent years, a comprehensive program to
reduce I/I, and
efforts.
WHEREAS, liie MCES is offering a program of loans and grants for I/I reduction
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Orono City Council does
hereby authorize the submittal of an I/I reduction loan or grant application to MC^ and also does
hereby authorize Gregory A. Gappa, Director of Public Services, and Ronald J. Moorse, City
Administrator, to serve as subject matter contacts related to the grant.
Adopted by the City Council this 9th day of February, 1998.
ATTEST:
Gabriel Jabbour, Mayor
Linda S. Vee, City Clerk
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COUNCIL MEET1NQ
PEB 9 1998
REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTIONciTY OF ORONO
DATE: February 5,1998
ITEM NO; ^
Department Approval:
Name Ron Moorse
Title City Administrator
Administrator Reviewed:Agenda Section:
City Administrator’s
Report
Hem DMcriplion: Lease Agreements with US West for PCS Antennas on the Navane Water
Tower and the Highway 12 Water Tower
The City and US West have reached agreement on the terms of lease agreements to enable US West
to locate PCS antenna on both the Navarre water tower and the Highway 12 water tower. The
annual lease amount is $12,000 for each tower. A draft form of the lease is attached for Council
review.
COUNCIL ACTION REQUESTED:
Motion to approve lease agreements with US West for the installation of PCS „n the
Navarre water lower and the Highway 12 water tower, with annual lease rates of $ 12 000 for each
lower; and to authorize the Mayor and City Administrator to sign the final lease agreements
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SITE LEASE AGREEMENT
THIS SITE LEASE AGREEMENT ("Lease"), made this-----day of 199
between City of Orono ("Landlord"), and U S WEST COMMUNICATIONS WIRELESS
GROUP, a division of U S WEST Communications, Inc., a corporation organized and existing
under the laws of Colorado ("Tenant").
For good and valuable consideration, the parties agree as follows:
1.t.4»ased Property and Premises. Subject to the terms and conditions of this Lease,
Landlord hereby leases to Tenant and Tenant leases from Landlord certain space on
Landlord’s north water tower (hereinafter referred to as the "Tower" or the
"Structure"), and space adjacent to the Tower, subject to any and all existing
easements located , (collectively referred to as the "Premises") together with a non
exclusive easement for reasonable access to Landlord’s property and for adequate
utility services, including sources of electric and telephone facilities on Landlord s
property located at 2700 Kelley Parkway, Orono, Minnesota (the "Property") on a non
exclusive basis. The Properly is legally described on Exhibit A.attached hereto. The
Premises on which antennas, connecting cables and appurtenances will be attached and
located, and on which an equipment shelter will be located, the exact location of each
to be reasonably approved by the Landlord, are described on Exhibit B_attached
hereto. The installation detail of the antennas, connecting cables and appurtenances,
and of the equipment shelter/cabinets is described in Exhibit_C attached hereto.
Exhibits A, B and C are made a part hereof.
2.Rent.
(a) Amount. Adjustments. As a consideration for this Lease and in consideration
of Tenant’s intention to install no more than 6 antennas. Tenant shall pay Landlord an
annual rent in the amount of S^2,000.0 ^r the initial year, which shall be increased
each year on January 1, commencing January 1,1999, by the greater of: (a) five
percent (5%) of the previous year ’s annualized rental, or (b) by an amount equal to the
increase in the Consumer Price Index ("CPI"). The CPI shall mean the "Consumer
Price Index - for All Urban Consumers, All Cities, All Items (1982-84=100)" as
published by the United States Department of Labor Statistics, or if such index shall
be discontinued, the successor index, or if there shall be no successor index, such
comparable index as mutually agreed upon by the parties. To determine the annual
rental increase to be paid by Tenant under a CPI adjuster, the annualized rental for the
previous year shall be multiplied by a percentage figure, computed from a fraction, the
numerator of which shall be the CPI for the third quarter of the preceding year and the
denominator of which shall be the CPI for the corresponding quarter of one year
earlier. Such fraction shall be converted to a percentage equivalent. The resulting
percentage figure shall be multiplied by the previous year ’s rent (annualized for the
first year, see Paragraph 4 below).
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(b) Time of Payment, Taxes. Landlord shall communicate all rental increases to
the Tenant in writing by the preceding December 1 of each year. The annual rental
shall be paid before January 1 of each year. For the first year, the rental shall be pro
rated through December 31 and shall be paid to Landlord in full at the time Lease is
executed. If the Tenant does not meet the requirements referenced in Subparagraph
3(a) below by March 15, 1998, and Tenant has diligently pursued such requirements,
Landlord shall refund to the Tenant all rental payments made by Tenant and this Lease
shall terminate.
In addition to the annual rental. Tenant agrees to timely pay its pro rata share
of any taxes or payment in lieu of taxes required as a result of this Lease.
(c) If this Lease is terminated at any time other than on the last day of a month.
Rent shall be prorated, based on a thirty day month, as of the date of termination, and
in the event of termination for any reason other than nonpayment of Rent, or Tenant’s
default, all prepaid Rent shall be refunded to Tenant.
3. Governmental Approval Contingency.
(a) Tenant Application. Tenant’s right to use the Leased Premises is expressly
made contingent upon its obtaining all the certificates, permits, zoning and other
approvals that may be required by any federal, state or local authority. This shall
include the engineering study specified in Subparagraph 3(b) below on the Structure to
be conducted at Tenant’s expense. Landlord shall cooperate with Tenant in its efforts
to obtain and retain such approvals and shall take no action which would adversely
affect the status of the Leased Premises with respect to the Tenant’s proposed use
thereof.
(b) Interference and Engineering Study. Before obtaining a building permit.
Tenant must pay its share for the reasonable cost of (i) a radio frequency interference
study carried out by an independent and qualified professional selected by the
Landlord showing that Tenant’s intended use will not interfere with any existing
communications facilities and (ii) an engineering study showing that the Structure is
able to support the Tenant’s Communications Facilities, as defined in Subparagraph
5(b), without prejudice to the City’s use of the Structure. If the study finds that there
is a potential for interference that cannot be reasonably remedied or for prejudice to
the Structure, Landlord or Tenant may terminate this Lease immediately and Landlord
shall refund the initial rental to Tenant.
(c) Non-approval . In the event that any application necessary under Subparagraph
3(a) above is finally rejected or any certificate, permit, license, or approval issued to
Tenant is cancelled, expires, lapses, or is otherwise withdrawn or terminated by
governmental authority so that Tenant, in its sole discretion, will be unable to use the
Premises for its intended purposes. Tenant shall have the right to terminate this Lease
and be reimbursed for the rental payment if made pursuant to Subparagraph 2(b)
above. Notice of Tenant’s exercise of its right to terminate shall be given to Landlord
in writing by certified mail, return receipt requested, and shall be effective upon
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receipt of such notice by Landlord as evidenced by the return receipt. Except as
required under Paragraph 10 and Subparagraph 13(d) below, upon such termination,
this Lease shall become null and void and the parties shall have no further obligations
to each other.
Term and Renewals. The term of this Lease shall be five years, commencing on
January 1, 1998 (the "Commencement Date") and ending on December 31, 2002. The
Commencement Date may be extended until the equipment listed in Exhibit C is
installed. Tenant shall have the right to extend this Lease for three additional five
year terms ("Renewal Term"). This Lease shall terminate automatically fifteen years
from the termination date of the initial term. The Renewal Term shall be on the same
terms and conditions as set forth herein except for rental adjustments as provided in
Paragraph 2, Rent, above. Tenant shall have elected to renew this Lease for a renewal
term unless it gives Landlord written notice of its intention not to renew at least ninety
(90) days prior to the expiration of the term, commencing on January 1 following the
expiration date of the Initial Term or of any subsequent Renewal Term.
Tenant^s Use.
(a) User Priority . Tenant agrees that the following priorities of use, in descending
order, shall apply in the event of communication interference or other conflict while
this Lease is in effect, and Tenant’s use shall be subordinate accordingly:
1.
2.
3.
4.
Landlord;
Public safety agencies, including law enibrcement, fire, and ambulance
services, that are not part of the Landlord;
Other governmental agencies where use is not related to public safety;
and
Government-regulated entities including "Tenant" whose antennae offer
a service to the general public for a fee, in a manner similar to a public
utility, such as long distance and cellular telephone, not including radio
or television broadcasters.
(b) Purposes . Subject to the terms of this Lease, the Premises may be used by
Tenant solely for the purposes of installing, removing, maintaining, and operating the
Communications Facilities in accordance with Exhibit "B" including antennas, subject
to such modification and alterations as may result from changes or improvements in
technology or as maybe necessary to conduct business (collectively the
"Communications Facility") and in accordance with the transmi.-'don and reception of
wireless communication signals authorized for use by Tenant by the Federal
Communications Commission ("FCC"). Tenant shall use the Premises only for the
purpose of installing, maintaining, and operating a Landlord-approved communications
antenna facility, equipment, cabinets and an accessory building, and uses incidental
thereto for providing radio and wireless telecommunication services which Tenant is
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legally authorized to provide to the public. This use shall be non-exclusive, and
Landlord specifically reserves the right to allow the Landlord ’s Property and the
Tow - '' be used by other parties and to make additions, deletions, or modifications to
its own facilities on the Property and the Tower. Tenant shall comply with all
applicable ordinances, statutes and regulations of local, state and federal government
agencies.
Tenant, its agents and contractors, are hereby granted the right, at its sole cost and
expense to enter upon the Property and conduct such studies as Tenant deems
necessary to determine the Property ’s suitability for Tenant ’s intended use. These
studies may include surveys, soil tests, enviionmental evaluations, radio wave
propagation measures, field strength tests and such other analyses and studies as
Tenant deems necessary or desirable.
(r) Construction. The placement of the equipment shelter and the manner in which
the antennas are attached to the Tower shall be subject to the prior approval of the
Landlord, which shall not be unreasonably withheld. Tenant shall bear a prorated share
of the cost of any additions to the Tower necessary to enable the Tower to
accommodate the location of antennas and appurtenances to the Tower. Jeraxni may
erect and operate a communications antenna facility in accordance with Exhibit C.
Any damage done to the premises during installation shall be repaired at Tenant s
expense within 30 days after written notification of the damage.
(d) Pmrftss for Additional Antennas . If Tenant seeks to increase the number of
nntennas beyond m it must first pay for an evaluation cairicd oat by a qualified
professional, retained by Landlord demonstrating that (i) each additional antenna will
not interfere with existing antennas or with proposed antennas with a higher priority
and that (ii) the Tower can structurally support the additional antennas. The cost ot
each evaluation must be paid by the Tenant within 30 days after receiving written
notice of the cost. Landlord consent is required for installation of additional antennas,
such consent will not be unreasonably withheld, conditioned or delayed, taking into
consideiation safety, adequate space on the Tower to accommodate additional
antennas, and the structural capacity and integrity of the Tower. If Landlord consents,
the parties will negotiate the amount of additional rental for the antennas.
(e) Notice of Rppnir hv Landlord Landlord agrees to give reasonable advance
notice of any major repair or maintenance activities related to Tower operations. In
the case of an emergency, notification is not required; however. Tenant will be
notified as soon as possible of a recognized emergency. In the event that use of the
Tower for water service, or use of the Tower to perform any necessary maintenance or
repair is interrupted or made impractical because of Tenant ’s antenna usage on the
Tower, the City may interrupt Tenant ’s use of the Premises as reasonably necessary to
prevent interruption of water service or interruption of maintenance and repair of tne
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Tower. The City will use its best efforts to prevent or minimize interruptions to
Tenant’s use.
(f) Operation. Tenant shall have the right, at its sole cost and expense, to operate
and maintain the Tenant’s Facilities on the Leased Premises. Tenant agrees to install
and operate equipment (Tenant’s "Facilities" or "Communications Facilities") in
compliance with all of Landlord’s Technical Site Standards set forth on Exhibit D alt
FCC rules and regulations, and good engineering practices. Tenant’s installation of all
Communication Facilities shall be done according to plans approved by Landlord,
which approval shall not be unreasonably withheld or delayed. Any damage done by
Tenant to the Leased Premises or other Landlord property including the Tower during
operations, shall be repaired at Tenant’s expense within 30 days after notification of
damage. The Communication Facilities shall remain the exclusive property of the
Tenant.
(g) Maintenance. Improvement Expenses. All modifications to the Premises and
all improvements made for Tenant’s benefit shall be at the Tenant’s expense and such
improvements, including antenna, facilities and equipment, shall be maintained in a
good state of repair, at least equal to* the standard of maintenance of the Landlord’s
facilities on or adjacent to the Premises, and secured by Tenant. If Tenant’s Antenna
Facilities are mounted on the Structure they shall, at all times, be painted, at Tenant’s
expense, the same color as the Structure.
(h) Updates. Before the Tenant may update the Antenna Facilities, Tenant must
notify and provide a detailed proposal to Landlord. Tenant shall submit to Landlord a
detailed proposal for any such update of facilities and any other information
reasonably requested by Land.ord of such requested update, including but not limited
to a technical study, carried out at Tenant’s expense. Landlord may not unreasonably
withhold, delay or condition approval taking into consideration safety, availability of
adequate space on the Tower, and the structural integrity of the Tower.
(i) • Drawings. Umless identical to previous specifications or drawings submitted to
Landlord, Tenant shall provide Landlord with as-built drawings of the equipment and
improvements installed on the Premises, which show the actual location of all Antenna
Facilities. Said drawings shall be accompanied by a complete and detailed inventory
of all equipment, personal property, and Antenna Facilities actually placed on the
Premises.
(j) No Interference. Tenant shall, at its own expense, maintain any equipment on
or attached to the Property and Premises in a safe condition, in good repair and in a
manner suitable to Landlord so as not to conflict with the use of the Property and
Tower by Landlord. Tenant shall not unreasonably interfere with the operations of
any prior tenant using the Property and Tower and shall not interfere with the working
use of the Tower.
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(k) Access. Tenant, at all times during this Lease, shall have access 24 hours a
day, seven (7) days a week to the ground portion of the Leased Premises in order to
install, operate, and maintain its Communication Facilities, including additional rights
of access, ingress and egress to and from the Leased Premises. Tenant shall have
access to the Structure only with the approval of Landlord. Tenant shall request
access to the Structure twenty-four (24) hours in advance, except in an emergency, and
Landlord’s approval thereof shall not be unreasonably withheld or delayed or
conditioned. In the event it is necessary for Tenant to have access to the Structure at
some time other than the normal working hours of Landlord, Landlord may charge
Tenant for whatever reasonable expense, including employees wages, that Landlord
may incur in providing such access to Tenant.
(1) Payment of Utilities. Tenant shall separately meter charges for the
consumption of electricity and other utilities associated with its use of the Leased
Premises and shall promptly pay all costs associated therewith.
Emereencv Facilities. In the event of a natural or man made disaster, in order to ^
protect the health, welfare, and safety of the community. Tenant may erect additional
antenna facilities and install additional equipment on a temporary basis on the Leased
Premises to assure continuation of service. Such temporary operation shall not exceed
90 days unless Tenant obtains written approval from the Landlord, which approval
shall not be unreasonably withheld.
Additional Maintenance Expenses. Upon notice from Landlord, Tenant shall
promptly pay to Landlord all additional Landlord expenses incurred in maintaining the
Premises and Property, including painting or other maintenance of the Tower, that are
caused by Tenant’s occupancy of the Premises and Property.
Advances in Technology. As consideration for the Landlord’s agreement to allow
extensions of the lease for a total of fifteen years beyond the original term, the
Landlord may require that as technology advances and improved antennas are
developed which are routinely used by Tenant in Tenant’s business, the replacement of
existing antennas with the improved antennas if the new antennas are more
aesthetically pleasing or otherwise foster a public purpose, as long ^ the installation
and use of the improved antennas are practical and technically feasible ana offers
equivalent performance at this location.
Additional Buildings. Tenant acknowledges that Landlord may permit additional
buildings to be constructed on the Property described in Exhibit A. At such Ume as
this may occur. Tenant will permit said buildings to be placed immediately adjacent to
Tenant’s cabinet and will allow "attachments" to its building so as to g»ve the
appearance that all buildings are a connected facility. Said attachments will be made
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at no cost to Tenant and will not compromise either access to or the structural
integrity or interfere with the utility of Tenant ’s building.
10. Defense and Indemnification.
(a) General . Tenant agrees to defend, indemnify and hold harmless Landlord and
its elected officials, officers, employees, agents, and representatives, from and against
any and all claims, costs, losses, expenses, demands, actions, or causes of action,
including reasonable attorneys ’ fees and other costs and expenses of litigation, which
may be asserted against or incurred by Landlord or for which Landlord may be liable
in the performance of this Lease, except those which arise from the negligence, willful
misconduct, or other fault of Landlord. Tenant shall defend all claims arising out of
the installation, operation, use, maintenance, repair, removal, or presence of Tenant ’s
Antenna Facilities, equipment and related facilities on the Leased Premises.
(b) Hazardous Materials. Tenant agrees that it will not use, generate, store or
dispose of any hazardous material on, under, about or within the Property in violation
of any law or regulation. Without limiting the scope of Subparagraph 10(a) above.
Tenant will be solely responsible for and will defend, indemnify, and hold Landlord,
its agents, and employees harmless from and against any and all claims, costs, and
liabilities, including attorney ’s fees and costs, arising out of or in connection with the
cleanup or restoration of the Premises and Property resulting from Tenant ’s use of
Hazardous Materials. For purposes of the Lease, "Hazardous Materials" shall be
interpreted broadly and specifically includes, without limitation, asbestos, fuel,
batteries or any hazardous substance, waste, or materials as defined in any federal,
state, or local environmental or safety law or regulations including, but not limited to,
CERCLA.
(c) Tenant ’s Warranty . Tenant represents and warrants that its use of the Property
and Premises will not generate and Tenant will not store or dispose of on the Property
or Premises, nor transport to or over the Property or Premises, any Hazardous
Materials, unless Tenant specifically informs Landlord thereof in writing twenty-four
hours prior to such storage, disposal or transport, or otherwise as soon as Tenant
becomes aware of the existence of Hazardous Materials on the Property or Premises.
The obligations of this Paragraph 10 shall survive the expiration or other termination
of this Lease.
(d) Landlords Warranty Landlord wairants that it has no knowledge of any
hazardous materials which arc stored or disposed of on the property inconsistently
with any state or federal law as of the date of this lease.
11. Insurance.
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(a) Workers* Compensation. The Tenant must maintain Workers Compensation
by disease, each employee.
(b) r.p.np.ral Liabilit/. The Tenant must maintain-an occurrence form
comprehensive general liability coverage. Such coverage shall include, but not be
limited to, bodily injury, property damage-broad form, and personal injury, for the
hazards of Premises/Operation, broad form contractual and independent contractors.
The Tenant must maintain aforementioned general liability coverage with limits
of liability not less than $1,000,000 each occurrence; $1,000,000 personal; $2,000,000
general aggregate, and $2,000,000 products and completed operations aggregate.These
limits may be satisfied by the general liability coverage or in combination with an
umbrella or excess liability policy, provided coverages afforded by the umbrella or
excess policy are no less than the underlying general liability coverages.
Tenant will maintain Completed Operations coverage for a minimum of two
years after the construction is completed.
(C) Antnmnhile l.iabilitv. The Tenant must carry Automobile Liability coverage.
Coverage shall afford total liability limits for Bodily Injury Liability and Property
Damage Liability in the amount of $1,000,000 per acc.dent. The liability limits may
be afforded under the Commercial Policy, or in combination with an Umbrella or
Excess Liability Policy provided coverages afforded by the Umbrella Excess Policy
are no less than the underlying Commercial Auto Liability coverage.
Coverage shall be provided for Bodily Injury and Property Damage for the
ownership, use, maintenance or operation of all owned, non-owned and hired
automobiles.
The Commercial Automobile Policy shall include at least statutory personal
injury protection, uninsured motorists and underinsured motorists coverages.
Failure to maintain the insurance as listed above will result in immediate
termination of the Lease, and Tenant will be liable to the Landlord for 150% of the
annual rent as called for in Paragraph 13(c).
(d) Tpnnnt Property Insurance. The Tenant must keep in force during the term and
any renewals of the Lease a policy covering damages to its properly at the Leased
Premises. The amount of coverage shall be not less than 90% of the full replacement
cost of the Communication Facility.
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Adjustment to Insurance Coverage Limits. The coverage limits set forth herein
shall be increased at the time of any Renewal Term by a minimum of the Consumer
Price Index as calculated under Paragraph 2(a). If the increase would be less than
25% based on the consumer price index, the limits may be increased up to 25% based
on the limits needed to provide adequate coverage.
(8) i^ditional Insured - Certificate of Insurance. The Tenant shall provide, prior
to tenancy, evidence of the required insurance in the form of a Certificate of Insurance
issued by a company authorized to do business in the state of Minnesota, which
includes all coverages required in this Paragraph 11. Tenant will name Landlord as an
Additional Insured on the General Liability and Commercial Automobile Liability
Policies. The Certificate(s) shall also provide the coverage may not be canceled, non-
renewed, or materially changed without thirty (30) days prior written notice to
Landlord.
Waiver of Claims: Subrogation. Each of Landlord and Tenant hereby releases
the other from any and all liability or responsibility to the other or anyone claiming
through or under it by way of subrogation or otherwise for any loss or damage that
may occur to the Property or any improvements thereto, or the Tower or any
improvements thereto, or any property of such party therein, by reason of fire or any
other cause which could be insured against under the terms of standard fire and
extended coverage (all-risk) insurance policies, regardless of cause or origin, including
lault or negligence of the other party hereto, or anyone for whom such party may be
responsible. Each party shall cause each insurance policy obtained by it to state that
the insurer waives all right of recovery by way of subrogation against either party
hereto in connection with damage covered by such policy. The releases in this
paragraph shall be effective whether the loss was actually covered by insurance.
Tenant assumes all risk of loss or damage to Tenant’s property or leasehold
improvements within the Property, including any loss or damage caused by water
leakage, fire windstorm, explosion, theft, act of any other tenant, or other cause.
Landlord shall not be liable to Tenant, or its employees, for loss or damage to any
property in or at the Property, the Premises, or the Tower.
Damage or Destruction. If the Premises is destroyed or damaged, without
contributory fault of the Tenant or its agents, so as, in the reasonable judgement of the
Tenant, to hinder its effective use of the Antenna Facilities(definition?), Tenant may
elect to terminate this Lease upon 30 days’ written notice to Landlord. In the event
Tenant elects to terminate the Lease, Tenant shall be entitled to reimbursement of
prepaid rent covering the period subsequent to the date of damage to or destruction of
the Leased Premises.
13. Lease Termination.
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W Events of Terminaliofi. Except as otherwise provided herein, this Lease may
l« terminated without penalty or further liability upon sixty (60) days written notice to
the other party as follows:
(i) by e.iher party upon a default of any covenant or term hereof by the
other party, which default is not cured within sixty (60) days of receipt of written
notice of default to the other party (without, however, limiting any other rights of the
parties pursuant to any other provisions hereoO;
(ii) by Tenant for cause if it is unable to obtain or maintain any license
permit or other governmental ..pnroval necessary for the construction and/or operation
of the Antenna Facilities or Te.^'ant’s business;
(iii) by Tenant for cause if the Leased Premises is or becomes unacceptable
for technological reasons including without limitation shadowing or interference under
Tenant s Antenna Facilities, design or engineering specifications or the
communications systems to which the Antenna Facilities belong;
by Landlord in the event that as the result of an independent study, paid
for by Tenant, it is determined that the use of the Tower for water service is
jeopardized because of antenna usage on the Tower;
(v) by Landlord, upon 180 day’s prior written notice to Tenant if its
Council decides, for any reason, to redevelop the Leased Premises in a manner
inconsistent with continued use of the Leased Premises by Tenant and/or discontinue
use of the Structure for all purposes;
(vi) by Landlord if it determines that the Structure is structurally unsound,
including, but not limited to, consideration of age of the Structure, damage or
destruction of all or part of the Structure on the Leased Premises from any source or
factors relating to condition of the Leased Premises;
(vii) by Landlord if it determines that a potential user with a higher priority
under Subparagraph 5(a) above cannot find another adequate location, or the Tenant’s
Facilities unreasonably interfere with another user with a higher priority, regardless of
whether or not such an interference was predicted in the initial interference study that
was part of the application process and Tenant is unable to correct the interference
within the sixty (60) day notice period.
(viii) by Landlord if it reasonably determines that Tenant has failed to comply
with applicable ordinances, or state or federal law, or any conditions attached to
government approvals granted thereunder, after a public hearing before the Landlord’s
Council.
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(b) Notice of Termination. The parties shall give Notice of Termination in writing
by certified mail, return receipt requested. Such Notice shall be effective upon receipt
as evidenced by the return receipt, or such later date as stated in the Notice. Except
as otherwise provided herein, all rentals paid for the Lease prior to said termination
date shall be retained by Landlord.
(c) Tenant’s Liability for Early Termination. If Tenant terminates this Lease other
than of right as provided in this Lease, Tenant shall pay to Landlord as liquidated
damages for early termination, 150% of the annual rent for the year in which Tenant
terminates, unless Tenant terminates during the last year of any Term under Paragraph
3 and Tenant has paid the annual rental for that year. Landlord agrees that liquidated
damages under this paragraph shall be Landlord’s sole remedy for Tenant’s early
termination.
(d) Site Restoration. Upon termination of this Lease, Tenant shall, within ninety
(90) days thereof, remove all of its equipment from the Premises, and its transmission
lines and antennas from the Tower. Tenant, at its expense, agrees to return the
property and Premises including the Tower surface where Tenant’s Communication
Facilities have been to their original condition, ordinary wear and tear excepted. If
Tenant fails to remove its property within such ninety-day period. Landlord shall have
the right to remove the same and place it in storage. Tenant may notify Landlord that
an entity or entities have an interest in the Communication Facilities and related
equipment because of financing arrangements. If Landlord removes the
Communication Facilities or related equipment. Landlord shall give written notice to
the entities at the addresses provided by Tenant, if any, informing them that the
Communication Facilities or related property have been removed and will be deemed
abandoned if not claimed and the storage fees and other reasonable costs paid within
ninety days. If the property is not claimed. Tenant shall pay Landlord’s storage,
removal and moving costs. Any of Tenant’s property remaining on the Premises, the
Tower or in storage, one hundred twenty (120) days after the expiration or the
termination of this Lease shall become the property of Landlord free of any claim by
tenant or any person claiming through tenant.
Limitation of Landlord’s Liability. If Landlord terminates this Lease other than as
of right as provided in this Lease, or Landlord causes interruption of the business of
Tenant other than as of right as provided in this Lease, or for any other Landlord
breach of this Lease, Landlord’s liability for damages to Tenant shall be limited to the
actual and direct costs of equipment removal, relocation or repair, reimbursement of
all prepaid rent and shall specifically exclude any recovery for value of the business of
Tenant as a going concern, future expectation of profits, loss of business or profit or
related damages to Tenant. In no event shall Landlord be liable for damages in excess
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of limits in State law on municipal liability. Nothing herein shall prevent Tenant from
maintaining an action for injunctive or other equitable relief.
Temporary Interruptions of Service. If Landlord determines that continued
operation of the Communications Facilities would cause or contribute to an immediate
threat to public health and/or safety (except for any issues associated with human
exposure to radio frequency omissions, which is regulated by the federal government),
Landlord may order tenant to discontinue its operation. Tenant shall immediately
comply with such an order. Service shall be discontinued only for the period that the
immediate threat exists. If Landlord does not give prior notice to Tenant, Landlord
shall notify Tenant as soon as possible after its action and give its reason for taking
the action. Landlord shall not be liable to Tenant or any other party for any
interruption in Tenant’s service or interference with Tenant’s operation of its Antenna
Facilities, except as may be caused by the willful misconduct of the Landlord, its
employees or agents. If the discontinuance extends for a period greater than three
days, either consecutively or cumulatively. Tenant shall have the right to terminate this
Lease within its sole discretion for cause and without payment of any early
termination fee or other damages..
16. Tenant Interference.
(a) With Structure. Tenant shall not interfere with Landlord ’s use of the Structure
and agrees to cease all such actions which unreasonably and materially interfere with
Landlord ’s use thereof no later than three business days after receipt of written notice
of the interference from Landlord. In the event that Tenant s cessation of action is
material to Tenant’s use of the Leased Premises and such cessation frustrates Tenant s
use of the Leased Premises, within Tenant’s sole discretion. Tenant shall have the
immediate right to terminate this Lease for cause and without payment of any early
termination fee or other damages.
(b) With Higher Priority Users and Pre-Existing Tenants. If Tenant’s Antenna
Facilities cause impermissible interference with higher priority users as set forth in
under Subparagraph 5(a) above or with pre-existing tenants. Tenant shall take all
measures necessary to correct and eliminate the interference. If the interference
cannot be eliminated within 24 hours after receiving Landlord ’s notice of the
interference. Tenant shall immediately cease operating its Antenna Facilities and shall
not reactivate operation, except intermittent operation for the purpose of testing, until
the interference has been eliminated. If the interference cannot be eliminated within
30 days after Tenant received Landlord ’s written notice. Landlord or Tenant may at its
option terminate this Lease immediately.
It is further agreed that the Landlord in no way guarantees to Tenant non
interference to the operation of Tenant’s equipment; provided, however, that Landlord
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will use its best efforts to notify other users of interference, and to coordinate
elimination of interference among site users. If Tenant clearly demonstrates the
primary cause of the interference to be the property of Landlord or another user,
Landlord will notify the other user to eliminate the interference within 24 hours or
cease using the equipment causing the interference.
Prior to adding additional transmitter or receiver frequencies on the premises,
Tenant agrees to notify the Landlord of the modified frequencies so that the Landlord
can perform the necessary interference studies to insure that the modified frequencies
will not cause harmful radio interference to other existing Tower leases. Tenant will
be required to pay the reasonable costs for said study which will be performed by
Landlord’s registered professional communications engineer. In the alternative. Tenant
may perform the interference studies and submit the results to the City. However, the
City, in its sole discretion, shall retain the right provided herein to submit the study
results to its registered professional communications engineer for review at Tenant’s
expense.
(c) Interference Study - New Occupants. Upon written notice by Landlord that it
has a bona fide request from any other party to lease an area including or in close
proximity to the Leased Premises ("Leased Premises Area"), Tenant agrees to provide
Landlord, within sixty (60) days, the radio frequencies currently in operation or to be
operated in the future of each transmitter and receiver installed and operational by
Tenant on the Leased Premises at the time of such request. Landlord shall then have
an independent, registered professional engineer of Landlord’s choosing perform the
necessary interference studies to determine if the new applicant’s frequencies will
cause harmful radio interference to Tenant. Landlord shall require the new applicant
to pay for such interference studies, unless the Landlord or other higher priority user
requests the use. In that event, the Tenant and all other Tenants occupying the
Leased Premises Area shall pay for the necessary interference studies, pro rata.
(d) Interference - New Occupants. Landlord agrees that it will not grant a future
lease in the Leased Premises Area to any party who is of equal or lower priority to
Tenant, if such party’s use is reasonably anticipated to interfere with Tenant’s
operation of its Antenna Facilities. Landlord agrees further that any future lease of the
Property will prohibit a user of equal or lower priority from interfering with Tenant’s
Antenna Facilities. Landlord agrees that it will require any subsequent occupants of
the Leased Premises Area of equal or lower priority to Tenant to provide Tenant these
same assurances against interference. Landlord shall have the obligation to eliminate
any interference with the operations of Tenant caused by such subsequent occupants.
If such interference is not eliminated, Tenant shall have the right to terminate this
Lease or seek injunctive relief against the interfering occupant, at Tenant’s expense. If
Tenant terminates this Lease because of such interference. Landlord shall reimburse all
prepaid rent covering the period subsequent to the date of termination.
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18.
19.
20.
Assignment and Sublettine. Tenant may not assign, or otherwise transfer all or any
part of its interest in this Lease or in the Premises without the prior written consent of
Landlord; provided, however, that Tenant may assign its interest to its parent
company, any subsidiary or affiliate of it or its parent company or to any successor-in-
interest or entity acquiring fifty-one percent (51%) or more of its stock or assets,
subject to any financing Agreement upon written notice to Landlord, subject to the
assignee assuming all of Tenant’s obligations herein, including but not limited to,
those set forth above. Notwithstanding anything to the contrary contained in this
Lease, Tenant may assign, mortgage, pledge, hypothecate or otherwise transfer without
consent its interest in this Lease to any financing entity, or agent on behalf of any
financing entity to whom Tenant (i) has obligations for borrowed money or in respect
of guaranties thereof, (ii) has obligations under or with respect to letters of credit,
bankers acceptances and similar facilities or in respect of guaranties thereof.
Utility Service . Tenant agrees to timely pay for and install all required utility services
and meters. Payment for electric and/or telephone service for Tenant’s Antenna
Facilities shall be Tenant’s responsibility without any adjustment to rent. The
Landlord shall not be responsible for any damages which occur as a result of
interruption of utility services. Installation of utility services are subject to City
approval as to siting.
Condemnation. In the event the whole of the Leased Premises is taken by eminent
domain, this Lease shall terminate as of the date title to the Leased Premises vests in
the condemning authority. In event a portion of the Leased Premises is taken by
eminent domain, and such taking materially interferes with the ability of either party
to meet its obligations or exercise its rights under this Lease, either party shall have
the right to terminate this Lease as of said date of title transfer, by giving thirty (30)
days’ written notice to the other party. In the event of any taking under the power of
eminent domain. Tenant shall not be entitled to any portion of the reward paid for the
taking and the Landlord shall receive full amount of such award. Tenant hereby
expressly waives any right or claim to any portion thereof. Although all damages,
whether awarded as compensation for diminution in value of the leasehold or to the
fee of the Leased Premises, shall belong to Landlord, Tenant shall have the right to
claim and recover from the condemning authority, but not from Landlord, such
compensation as may be separately awarded or recoverable by Tenant on account of
any and all damage to Tenant’s business and Tenant Facilities and any costs or
expenses incurred by Tenant in moving/removing its equipment, personal property.
Antenna Facilities, and leasehold improvements and Tenant shall receive the full
amount of such reward.
Default. Except as expressly limited hereby. Landlord and Tenant shall have such
remedies for the default of the other party hereto as may be provided at law or equity
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24.
25.
following written notice of such default and failure to cure the same within thirty (30)
days.
Notices. All notices hereunder must be in writing and shall be deemed validly given
if delivered personally or if sent by certified mail, return receipt requested, addressed
as follows (or any other address that the party to be notified may have designated to
the sender by like notice):
If to Landlord, to: City of Orono
P.O. Box 66
Crystal Bay, MN 55323
If to Tenant, to:U S WEST Communications, Inc.
c/o U S WEST Business Resources, Inc.
188 Inverness Drive West, Suite 420
Englewood, Colorado 80112
with a copy to:US WEST Communications Wireless Group
426 North Fairview Avenue, Room 101
St. Paul, Minnesota 55104
Attn: Regional Real Estate Manager
Authority. Each of the individuals executing this Lease on behalf of the Tenant or
the Landlord represents to the other party that such individual is authorized to do so
by requisite action of the party to this Lease.
Binding Effect. This Lease shall run with the Leased Premises. This Lease shall
extend to and bind the heirs, personal representatives, successors and assigns of the
parties hereto.
Complete Lease: Amendments. This Lease constitutes the entire agreement and
understanding of the parties and supersedes all offers, negotiations, and other
agreements of any kind. There are no representations or understandings of any kind
not set forth herein. Any modification of or amendment to this Lease must be in
writing and executed by both parties.
Governing Law. This Lease shall be construed in accordance with the laws of the
State of Minnesota.
26. Limitation of Liability. Nothing in the Lease shall be deemed a waiver of any
limitation of liability or defenses under Minnesota Statutes Chapter 466 or any other
provision of law.
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27. Severability . If any term of this Lease is found to be void or invalid, such invalidity
shall not affect the remaining terms of this Lease, which shall continue in full force
and effect.
28. Memorandum . Upon request by either party, the parties agree to promptly execute
and deliver a recordable Memorandum of this Lease in a form acceptable to both
parties which may be recorded by the party requesting the Memorandum of Lease.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have set their hands and affixed
their respective seals the day and year first above written.
LANDLORD:CITY OF ORONO
By:
Its Mayor
By:
Its City Administrator
TENANT:U S WEST COMMUNICATIONS
WIRELESS GROUP, a division of U S
WEST COMMUNICATIONS, INC.
By;
U S WEST Communications, Inc,
BY:
ITS; Attorney in Fact
STATE OF MINNESOTA
COUNTY OF
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)SS
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The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me this
______199____by
day of
., the Mayor
and City Manager respectively of the City of
corporation.
., on behalf of the
Notary Public
STATE OF MINNESOTA )
) SS
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The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me this
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WEST COMMUNICATIONS WIRELESS GROUP
,the
on behalf of U S
Notary Public
STATE OF MINNESOTA )
COUNTY OF
) SS
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The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me this day of
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WEST Communications, Inc.
,the
, on behalf of U S
Notary Public
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COUNCIL MEETING
FEB 9 1998
REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION
CITY OF 0R0^;0
DATE: January 26,1998
ITEM NO.1
Department Approval:
Name Greg Gappa
Title Director of Public Services
Administrator Reviewed:Agenda Section:
Public Works
Item Description: Seasonal Weight Restrictions
Attached is a list of the recommended axle weight limit restrictions for each City street. The
streets will be posted from March 15 through May 15, 1998.
The normal length of time that restrictions are in effect is related to weather conditions.
In the past several years, we have allowed solid waste haulers to continue their normal operations,
limiting them to gross weight on any single axle of seven tons or 14,000 pounds. If a street shows
signs of severe breakup, we will limit the solid waste haulers to smaller vehicles.
An axle limit exemption for public service vehicles to be used during emergency situations has
also been included in this resolution.
I have drafted a resolution for the 1998 weight limits for Council approval.
COUNCIL ACTION REQUESTED:
Proposed Motion: Moved by __, seconded by __, that Council adopt Resolution #
establishing the 1998 Weight Limits for City streets from March 15 through May 15, 1998. Ayes
nays
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The City of Orono ordains that axle weight limits are restricted on the following streets in the City
of Orono from March 15,1998 through May 15,1998 in accordance with regulations as provided
in Chapter 6.11 of the Orono Municipal Code. An exemption is provided for refuse collection
vehicles to exceed the listed limits except no refuse collections vehicles shall be operated during the
seasonal restriction time where the gross weight on any single axle exceeds 14,000 lbs. The City
also reserves the right to restrict refuse collection vehicles to the posted weight limits should
conditions warrant.
An axle limit exemption to public service vehicles namely Northern States Power Company, Wright-
Hennepin Cooperative, Minnegasco, U.S. West Communication, Triax Cable and septic tank service
companies that when responding to an emergency are hereby exempt from posted axle weight limit
restrictions on City streets. An emergency response shall include but not be limited to power
outages, gas leaks, emergency cummunication, line down or severed, etc.
The following streets are limited to four ton axle limits:
Arbor Street Cherry Place Elm Lane
Baldur Park Road Chevy Chase Drive Elm Street
Barrett Avenue Chippewa Lane Elmwood Avenue
Bayview Place Concordia Street Ethel Avenue
Bederwood Drive Corral Road Eagerness Point Road
Birch Lane Country Club Road Fairview Cottage
Blaine Avenue Crestview Avenue Farview Lane
Bohn’s Point Lane Crystal Avenue Femdale Green
Bohn's Point Road Crystal Bay Road Femdale Road West
Brackett's Point Road Crystal Place Forest Arms Lane
Briar Street Cygnet Place Forest Lake Drive
Brown Road, North Dahl Road Forest Lake Landing
Carman Road Dakota Avenue Fox Ridge Road
Carman Street Dickenson Street Fox Street (S. Brown to
Caroline Avenue Dickenson Street Alleys Orono Orchard )
Casco Avenue Dickey Lake Drive Fox Street (S. Brown
Casco Circle Dunwoody Avenue to Willow Drive)
Casco Cove Eastlake Street Fox Street (#84 to
Casco Point Road East Long Lake Road Willow Drive)
Cherry Avenue Eileen Street Frederick Street
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Glendale Avenue North Arm Drive Watertown Road
Grandview Avenue North Arm Lane Wear Lane North
Hackberry Hill North Femdale Road Wear Circle
Hanlon Avenue Northern Avenue Webb Street
Heritage Drive Oak Street Webber Hills Road
Heritage Lane Old Beach Road West Femdale Road
High Lane Old Long Lake Road West Lafayette Road
Highwood Road Olive Avenue Westlake Street
Hunter Drive Orchard Beach Place Wildhurst Trail
Ivy Place Orchard Park Road Willow Drive (Dickey
Keene Avenue Orono Lane Lake Dr. to Sixth
Kelly Avenue Orono Orchard Road Avenue)
Kenwood Way Orono Townline Road Willow Drive (Sixth
Lakeview Avenue Park Avenue Avenue to Medina
Lafayette Ridge Court Park Drive City limits)
Lakeview Terrace Park Lane Willow Drive (from
Leaf Street Partenwood Road South Brown Road
Lilac Lane Pheasant Lawn Road to Fox Street)
Linden Avenue Prospect Avenue Willowbrook Road
Linden Lane Railroad Avenue Windjammer Lane
Livingston Avenue Rest Point Circle Woodhill Avenue
Loma Linda Avenue Rest Point Lane
Long Lake Boulevard Russell Avenue
Lydiard Avenue Shevlin Drive
Lydiard Circle Smith Avenue
Lyman Avenue Spates Avenue
Lyric Avenue Spring Hill Road
M^ple Lane Spruce Place
Maple Place Starkey Road
Mapleridge Lane Stubbs Bay Road
Minnetonka Avenue Tamarack Drive
Minnetonka Highlands Togo Road
Minnie Avenue Tonka Avenue
Myrtlewood Road Tumham Road
Navarre Avenue Union Cemetery Road
Navarre Lane Vine Place
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The following are nine-ton axle limit:
Kelley Parkway
Old Crystal Bay Road
McCulley Road
Tonkaview Lane
Willow Drive (from Watertown Road to Long Lake)
Willow Drive (from Fox Street to Watertown Road)
Willow Drive (from Highway 12 375' north to Often Brothers driveway)
Adopted by the City Council of the City of Orono. Minnesota at a regular meeting held February 9,
1998.
ATTEST:
Linda S. Vee, City Clerk Gabriel Jabbour, Mayor
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FEB 9
REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION CITY or OROMO
DATE: February 4, 1998
ITEM NO.: ^
Department Approval:
Name Greg Gappa
Title Director of Public Services
Administrator Reviewed:
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Agenda Section:
City Administrator ’s Report
Item Description: Bid Award - Equipment & Materials Bid 1998
The City of Orono advertised for two successive weeks for street materials and equipment
rental, with bid opening at 10:00 A.M. Friday, January 30, 1998.
The enclosed tabulation contains a complete accounting of all bids. For comparison
purposes I have also included a copy of the 1997 bid tabulation.
The accepted low bids for materials are determined by availability and location of
materials. Traveling distance to a supplier is considered a cost factor when determining a low bid.
When renting equipment with an operator, we are guided by the type, size of equipment,
and an hourly rate. It is possible to award the low bid to more than one contractor when
considering materials and equipment. In order to stimulate enthusiasm for the following year s
work, we make sure to divide the work accordingly among these low bidders.
In the event the low bidder is not available, the City reserves the right to purchase from
the next alternate.
COUNCIL ACTION REQUESTED:
I recommend that the City Council accept the bids as presented for the calendar year 1998.
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CITY OF ORONO
1998 BID TABULATIONS FOR STREET MATERIALS & EQUIPMENT RENTAL
ALL QUANTITIES ARE BID IN TONS - EQUIPMENT IS BID PER HOURLY RATE
CLASS 5 GRAVEL
TON
PIT DEL.
CLASS 5 GRAVEL
TON
RECYCLED
PIT DEL.
FA-2 CLASS C
(SEAL COAT)
TON
PIT DEL.
FA-1
(WINTER SAND)
TON
PIT DEL.
Wm Mueller & Sons 3.39 7.79 4.28 8.68 7.26*11.66 2.68 7.08
Barton Sand & Gravel Co.3.62 6.12*4.21* 6.71*3.30 5.50
Midwest Asphalt Corp.5.27 7.95
Fischer Aggregates, Inc.3.09*6.19 7.56 10.76*1.92*5.12*
Buffalo Bituminous 3.14 4.50
♦ Denotes low bid
CITY OF ORONO
1998 BID TABULATIONS FOR STREET MATERIALS & EQUIPMENT RENTAL
ALL QUANTITIES ARE BID IN TONS - EQUIPMENT IS BID PER HOURLY RATE
11/2" CLEAN
CRUSHED LIMESTONE
TON
PIT DEL.
1 1/2" MINUS
CRUSHED LIMESTONE
TON
PIT DEL.
3/4" CLEAN
CRUSHED LIMESTONE
TON
PIT DEL.
I
3/4" MINUS U
CRUSHED LIMESTONE I
TON i
PIT DEL.
MC 30,70, 250, 800 CRS- 1 & 2 RC 250-800
GALLON GALLON GALLON
PLANT DEL. & PLACED
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Wm Mueller & Sons 1.86*
Buffalo Bituminous 1.00*1
♦ Denotes low bid
CITY OF ORONO
1998 BID TABULATIONS FOR STREET MATERIALS & EQUIPMENT RENTAL
ALL QUANTITIES ARE BID IN TONS - EQUIPMENT IS BID PER HOURLY RATE
PLANT
2331 AC
TON
DELIVERED PLACED PLANT
2331 MC
TON
DELIVERED PLACED
Wm Mueller & Sons 18.97*23.67 27.17
Midwest Asphalt 25.00 26.55 26.55*
Commercial Asphalt 23.00
Buffalo Bituminous 19.50 23.50*27.00
PLANT
2341 AC
TON
DELIVERED PLACED PLANT
2341 MC
TON
DELIVERED PLACED
Wm Mueller & Sons 18.97*23.67 27.17
Midwest Asphalt 25.00 26.55 26.55*
Commercial Asphalt 23.00
Buffalo Bituminous 19.50 23.50*27.00
♦ Denotes low bid
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1998 BID TABULATIONS FOR STREET MATERIALS & EQUIPN ENT RENTAL
ALL QUANTITIES ARE BID IN TONS - EQUIPMENT IS BID PER lOURLY RATE
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2341 AC
TON
PLANT DEL. PLACED
MOD. FINE MIX
2341 MC
TON
PLANT DEL. PLACED
50-50
2341 AC/MC
TON
PLANT DEL. PLACED
Wm Mueller & Sons 19.91*24.61*28.11
Midwest Asphalt 26.00 28.00
28.00*
Commercial Asphalt 24.10
Buffalo Bituminous 20.65 24.65 28.00* 1
*.p'
* Denotes low bid
CITY OF ORONO
1998 BID TABULATIONS FOR STREET MATERIALS & EQUIPMENT RENTAL
ALL QUANTITIES ARE BID IN TONS - EQUIPMENT IS BID PER HOURLY RATE
* Denotes low bid
ALL PRICES TO 12" CMP 15" CMP 18" CMP 24" CMP 24" CMP 36" CMP 48" CMP 60" CMP
BE DELIVERED 16 GAUGE 16 GAUGE 16 GAUGE 14 GAUGE 16 GAUGE 14 GAUGE 12 GAUGE 10 GAUGE
Johnston Fargo 9.00 10.00 12.00
22.00 17.00 32.00 60.00 90.00
All Steel Products 8.30 10.45 12.50
21.00 16.60 31.00 56.00 87.00
Contech 7.75*9.75*11.75*19.50*15.75*29.75* 54.50*85.50*
ALL PRICES TO
BE DELIVERED
12"
APRON
15"
APRON
18"
APRON
24-
apron
36"
APRON
48"
APRON
60"
APRON
Johnston Fargo 44.00 54.00 70.00 106.00 310.00 836.00 1460.00
All Steel Products 39.00 49.00 64.50 96.00
260.00*690.00 1105.00*
Contech 38.25*48.50*63.00* 94.50*
280.00 670.00*1175.00
ALL PRICES TO 12"15"18"24"36"0060"
BE DELIVERED BAND BAND
BAND BAND BAND BAND BAND
Johnston Fargo 9.00 10.00*12.00*17.00*32.00*60.00*90.00*
All Steel Products 8.30*11.30 13.50 22.00 45.00 85.00 180.00
Contech 15.00 19.50 23.50 31.50 59.50 109.00 171.00 11
CITY OF ORONO
1998 BID TABULATIONS FOR STREET MATERIALS & EQUIPMENT RENTAL
ALL QUANTITIES ARE BID IN TONS - EQUIPMENT IS BID PER HOURLY RATE
TRUCK RENTAL
PER HOUR
CY RATE
TRUCK RENTAL
PER HOUR
CY RATE
TRUCK RENTAL
PER HOUR
CY RATE
TRUCK R
PER
CY
£NTAL 1
HOUR
RATE
Schoening Excavating 12 42.00*
♦ Denotes low bid
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1998 BID TABULATIONS FOR STREET MATERIALS & EQUIPMENT RENTAL
ALL QUANTITIES ARE BID IN TONS - EQUIPMENT IS BID PER HOURLY RATE
BACKHOE
PER HOUR
BACKHOE
PER HOUR
BACKHOE
PER HOUR
CY RATE CY RATE CY RATE
Schoening Excavating 1/2 60.00*3/4 70.00*
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3/4 TON PICKUP
W/8 PLOW PER HOUR
Schoening Excavating 45.00/hr*
WHEEL LOADER
PER HOUR
WHEEL LOADER
PER HOUR
WHEEL LOADER
PER HOUR
CY RATE CY RATE CY RATE
Schoening Excavating 2 60.00*3 65.00*
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1997 BID TAiJULATIONS FOR STREET MATERIALS & EQUIPMENT RENTAL
ALL QUANTITIES ARE BID IN TONS - EQUIPMENT IS BID PER HOURLY RATE
♦ Denotes low bid
,
*
CLASS 5 GRAVEL
TON
PIT DEL.
CLASS 5 GRAVEL
TON
RECYCLED
PIT DEL.
FA-2 CLASS C
(SEAL COAT)
TON
PIT DEL.
F.
(WINTO
T
PIT
A-1
IK SAND)
ON
DEL.
Wm Mueller & Sons 3.32 7.32 7.26 11.26 2.04 6.04
Barton Sand & Gravel Co.3.46 5.91*
4.21*6.71*3.04 5.43 1
Midwest Asphalt Corp.4.95 7.55
Fischer Aggregates, Inc.2.98 6.08 6.92*10.02*1.81*4.91* 1
1 Buffalo Bituminous 2.75*6.55 5.00 8.50
CITY OF ORONO
1997 BID TABULATIONS FOR STREET MATERIALS & EQUIPMENT RENTAL
ALL QUANTITIES ARE BID IN TONS - EQUIPMENT IS BID PER HOURLY RATE
I 1/2" CLEAN
CRUSHED LIMESTONE
TON
PIT DEL.
1 1/2* MINUS
CRUSHED LIMESTONE
TON
PIT DEL.
3/4" CLEAN
CRUSHED LIMESTONE
TON
PIT DEL.
3/4* MINUS
CRUSHED LIMESTONE
TON
PIT DEL.
Bryan Rock Products 4.85*8.10*4.64*7.89*5.86*9.11*4.64* 7.89*
Wm Mueller & Sons 4.95 8.95 4.95 8.95 6.02 10.02 4.74 8.74
•f
MC 30, 70, 250, 800
GALLON
PLANT DEL. & PLACED
CRS- 1 & 2
GALLON
PLANT DEL. & PLACED
]
RC 250-800
GALLON
PLANT , DEL. & PLACED
Wm Mueller & Sons 1.98*
♦ Denotes low bid
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1997 BID TABULATIONS FOR STREET MATERIALS & EQUIPMENT RENTAL
ALL QUANTITIES ARE BID IN TONS - EQUIPMENT IS BID PER HOURLY RATE
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PLANT
2331 AC
TON
DELIVERED PLACED PLANT
2331 MC
TON
DELIVERED PLACED
Wm Mueller & Sons 18.71*23.01*26.46*
Midwest Asphalt 23.75 26.55 26.55
Conunercial Asphalt 23.00
Buffalo Bituminous 19.50 23.50 30.00
PLANT
2341 AC
TON
DELIVERED PLACED PLANT
2341 MC
TON
DELIVERED PLACED
Wm Mueller & Sons 18.71*23.01*26.46*
Midwest Asphalt 23.75 26.55 26.55
Commercial Asphalt 23.00
Buffalo Bituminous 21.70 25.50 31.50
♦ Denotes low bid
MOD. FINE MIX
2341 AC
TON
MOD. FINE MIX
2341 MC
TON
50-50
2341 AC/MC
TON
PLANT DEL.PLACED PLANT DEL.PLACED PLANT DEL. PLACED
Wm Mueller & Sons 19.64*23.94*27.39*
Midwest Asphalt 24.60 27.60 27.60
Commercial Asphalt 24.10
i Buffalo Bituminous 23.45 27.25 33.501
V 4 I i * >1'mi HID TABULA'nONS FOR SI RFICT MA rRUIAL4S & liQUli’MENT RRN'IAL ALL QUANTITIES ARE HID IN TONS - EQUIPMENT IS HID PER HOURLY RATE
1 ALL PRICES TO
BE DELIVERED
12"
APRON
15"
APRON
18"
APRON
24"
APRON
36"
APRON
48"
APRON
60"
APRON
Johnston Fargo 44.00 54.00 70.00 106.00 310.00 836.00 1460.00
All Steel Products 39.00 49.00 64.50 96.00 260.00* ^690.00 1105.00*
Contech 38.25*48.50*63.00*94.50*280.00 670.00*1175.00
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1997 BID TABULATIONS FOR STREET MATERIALS & EQUIPMENT RENTAL
ALL QUANTITIES ARE BID IN TONS - EQUIPMENT IS BID PER HOURLY RATE
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1997 BID TABULATIONS FOR STREET MATERIALS & EQUIPMENT RENTAL
ALL QUANTITIES ARE BID IN TONS - EQUIPMENT IS BID PER HOURLY RATE
BACKHOE BACKHOE BACKHOE
PER HOUR PER HOUR PER HOUR
CY RATE CY RATE CY RATE
Schoening Excavating 1/2 55.00*3/4 65.00*
1 i
J/4 TON PICKUP
W/8 PLOW PER HOUR
Schoening Excavating 45.00/hr*
1---------. WHEEL LOADER WHEEL LOADER WHEEL LOADER
PER lioUR PER HOUR PER HOUR
CY RATE CY RATE CY RATE
Schoening Excavating 2 1 55.00*3 65.00*
* Denotes low bid
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COUNCIL MEETING
FEB 9 1998
REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION
DAT^"?ibVJ^"5?l998
ITEM NO:9
Department Approval:
Name Ron Moorse
Title City Administrator
Administrator Reviewed:Agenda Section:
City Administrator's
Report
Item Description: Planning Commission Reappointments
The ternis of two members of the Planning Commission will expire on March 31 of 1998. These
are Sandy Smith and Liz Hawn. Sandy Smith was originally appointed to the Wanning Commission
^ApTof ^3 and has served one 2-par term and one 3-year term. Liz Hawn was originally
appointed to the Planning Commission in July of 1995.
COUNCIL ACTION REQUESTED:
Motion to reappoint Sandy Smith and Liz Hawn to additional 3-year terms on the Planning
Commission expiring March 31,2001.
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COUNCIL MEETING
REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION FEB 9 1998
^ _ CITY OF ORONO
DATE: February 5,1998
ITEM NO:
Department Approval:
Name Ron Moorse
Title City Administrator
Administrator Reviewed:Agenda Section:
City Administrator's
Report
Item Description: Appointment of Planning Commission and Park Commission Chairs and
Vice Chairs
It has been the practice of the Council to rotate the Chairs of the Planning and Park Commissions
on an annual basis. Generally the Vice Chair is appointed to the Chair position and a new Vice
Omr is selected. The current Vice Chair of the Planning Commission is Sandy Smith. The current
Vice Chair of the Park Commission is Andrew McDermott.
COUNCIL ACTION REQUESTED:
Motion to appoint Sandy Smith as Chair of the Planning Commission, and to appoint Andrew
McDermott as Chair of the Park Commission.
Motion to appoint new Vice Chairs to both the Planning Commission and Park Commission.
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COUNCIL MEETING
REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION
FEB 9 1998
CUYOFORONO
DATE: February 5, 1998
ITEM NO: f/
Department Approval:
Name Ron Moorse
Title City Administrator
Administrator Reviewed:Agenda Section:
City Administrator ’s
Report
Item Description: Park Commission Appdfntment
There is currently a vacancy on the Park Commission due to David Beal moving out of the City.
The Council has determined it will make an appointment from the group of candidates who applied
to swe on the Park Commission in the spring of 1997. Those applications were previously provided
to the Council.
COUNCIL ACTION REQUESTED:
^ appointment to the Park Commission for a three year term expiring on December
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request for council action FEB 9 1998
CITYOrORONO
DATE; Februaiy 5, 1998
Department Approval:
Nflme Ron Moorse
Title City Administrator
item NO; / X
Administrator Reviewed- a ^ ^lewea. Agenda Section:
^ City Administrator ’s
ervice
.adjusunen., as we,i as
rn\ received from the South Lake Citi#»c i? l <^iu^u witi oe covered
COUNCIL ACTION REQUESTED:
reflect the additional $26,000 of bothTx^2erMd°
revenues.eneral Fund budget to
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COUNCIL MEETING
FEB 9 1998
REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION
CITYOFORONO
DATE: February 6, 1998
ITEM NO: / 3
Department Approval:
Name Ron Moorse
Title City Administrator
Administrator Reviewed:Agenda Section:
City Administrator’s
Report
Item Description: Appointment of Mary Ann Johnson to Part-Time Office Support Position
The retirement of Dorothy Hallin and the subsequent movement of three office support staff into new
positions left a vacancy in the part-time office support position. The selection process to fill this
vacancy has now been completed. The top candidate is Mary Ann Johnson. Staff is recommending
Mary Ann Johnson be appointed to the part-time office support position at the pay rate of $9.90 per
hour (Step 1 of Level 2 of the City's pay plan), effective February 17,1998.
COUNCIL ACTION REQUESTED:
Motion to approve the appointment of Mary Ann Johnson to the part-time office support/customer
service position at a pay rate of $9.90 per hour (Step 1 of Level 2 of the City's pay plan), effective
February 17,1998.
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COUNCIL MEETING
FEB 9 1998
REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION
CITY OF ORONO
DATE: February 6,1998
ITEM NO:IH
Department Approval:
Name Lin Vee
Title City Clerk
Administrator Reviewed:Agenda Section:
Licenses
Item Description: List of Licenses for Council Approval
RESIDENTIAL KENNEL LICENSE
Jayne Paasch
2150 Kenwood Way
CIGARETTE LICENSE
Don Scherven
Navarre Lanes Inc.
3435 Shoreline Drive
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SET-UP LICENSE
Don Scherven
Navarre Lanes Inc.
3435 Shoreline Drive
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COUNCIL ACTION REQUESTED:
Motion to approve/deny the above listed licenses.
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KENNEL LICENSE APPLICATION
Effective January 1,19___to December 31, 19.
Owner: UAVNIF
Property Address: c^/6~79 UJAV u/aI7i, Ma/. -S^9/
Mailing Address (if different):
(include city and zip)
Phone; (home) ____________(work).
RESIDENTIAL Kennel License Fee: S25.00
(payment must accompany application)
Nfaximum No. of dogs to be kept at one time:
(over 6 months of age)
PisCt'ViiO
IwTZ'rtw-
C\TV OF OHONO
Principal Breed: T'FR b 'i £7?--T Ajsr. 6ll!re.TPt 0 - j
Purpose for more than 2 does: LfU/feT ____________________
Dogs normally kept: V inside____kennel structure
COMMERCIAL Kennel License Fee: S150.00
(payment must accompany application)
Name of Business:
Business Activities:
(example: boarding, breeding, veterinary care, retail, etc.)
Normal Business Hours:
After Hours Contact: (name).
(phone).
Dog runs/exercise areas are:inside outside both
The undersigned hereby makes application to the Orono City Council for a Kennel License as
specified on this form; the undersigned acknowledges that a kennel license is permissive only and
does not grant any authority to violate any provision of any City Ordinance or other law or
regulation; the undersigend hereby grants the City permisssion to inspect the premises prior to
license approval and at any other reasonable time during the license duration; and the undersigned
agrees to abide by the requirements of Municipal Code Chapter 5.36 including any special
conditions imposed by the City Council as part of any kennel license approval.
Date
97
For City Use Only
Kennel inspected by
Recommends Approval Denial
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APPLICATION FOR LICENSE TO
SELL TOBACCO PRODUCTS AND
TOBACCO RELATED DEVICES
(Ordinance No. 164, Second Series - A'dopted
Make check payable to: City of Orono 2 5 ]99g
Mailing address: P.O. Box 66 ui 1 y ur ORO(\'o
Crystal Bay, MN 55323
FEE: $100.00 (February 1-January 31)A-^A-i^re
1. Applicant'& Full Name
MIDDLE
'Cr
LAST
2. Applicant's Home Address
vr
HOUSE NUMBER
CITY
i\yp___M (IV f\/u
STREET . ^ HOME PHONE
3. App)Ucant's Business
TYPE OF BUSINESS /A/ft LAtJe^
BUSINESS NAME
MAILING ADDRESS
-rf-^U
BUSINESS^^NE SI
STREET ADDRESS
/>Ae>
OTY ZIP
Describe how the actual physical exchange of the tobacco, tobacco product, or
tobacco related device between the customer and the licensee or employee takes
place.__________________________
StCLL m f 4/
I HEREBY MAKE APPLICATION FOR LICENSE TO SELL TOBACCO. TOBACCO
PRODUCTS. OR TOBACCO RELATED DEVICES AT THE ABOVE LOCATION SUBJECT
TO THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF MINNESOTA AND THE ORDINANCES OF THE CITY
Date
Thn Issuance of a license under this ordinance ^aO be considered a privilege and not an absolute right of the applicant
and shall not entitle the holder to an automatic renewal of Ihe ffcense.
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Date:February 3,1998
To:Ron Moorse, City Administrator
From: Gary Cheswick, Chief of Police
Subject: Navarre Lanes - Set Up License
I have reviewed past record history for Navarre Lanes and have no objection to the
issuance of this license.
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Date:February 3,1998
To:Ron Moorse, City Administrator
From: Gary Cheswick, Chief of Police j
Subject:Navarre Lanes - Set Up License
COUNCIL MEETING
CITYOFOBONO
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29 Jan 1998
Thu 10:05 AM
Chech
Number
Check Number
55583
Check Register
City of Orono
Date Name
55583 CITY COUNTY CREDIT UNION
29-Jan-98 CITY COUNTY CREDIT UNION
Totals Check Number 55583 CITY COUNTY CREDIT UNION
Check Number
55584
55584
55584
55584 FIRST NATIONAL BANK OP LAKES
29-Jan-98
29-Jan-98
29-Jan-98
Totals Check Number
FIRST NATIONAL BANK OF LAKES
FIRST NATIONAL BANK OF LAKES
FIRST NATIONAL BANK OF LAKES
55584 FIRST NATIONAL BANK OF LAKES
Check Number
55585
55585 GREAT WEST LIFE ASSURANCE CO.
29-Jan-98
Totals Check Number
GREAT WEST LIFE ASSURANCE CO
55585 GREAT WEST LIFE ASSURANCE CO,
Check Number
55586
55586 HENNEPIN CO. SUPPORT 6 COLL
29-Jan-98
Totals Check Number
HENNEPIN CO. SUPPORT k COLL
55586 HENNEPIN CO. SUPPORT k COUs
Check Number
55587
55587 HENNEPIN COUNTY SUPPORT k COLL
29-Jan-98
Totals Check Number
HENNEPIN COUNTY SUPPORT k COLL
55587 HENNEPIN COUNTY SUPPORT k COLL
Check Number
55588
55588 ICMA RETIREMENT TRUST - 457
29-Jan-98
Totals Check Number
ICMA RETIREMENT TRUST - 457
55588 ICMA RETIREMENT TRUST - 457
Check Number
55589
55589 LAN ENFORCMENT LABOR SERVICE
29-Jan-98
Totals Check Number
LAW ENFORCMENT LABOR SERVICE
55589 LAW ENFORCMENT LABOR SERVICE
Check Number
55590
55590 MN DEPT OP REVENUE
29-Jan-98
Totals Qieck Number
MN DEPT OP REVENUE
55590 W DEPT OF REVENUE
Check Number
55591
55591 MN MUTUAL LIFE
29-Jan-98
Totals Check Number
MN MUTUAL LIFE
55591 MN MUTUAL LIFE
Transaction
Amount
6,459.00
6,459.00
3.744.09
3.744.09
9,500.00
16,983.18
1,079.68
1,079.68
174.50
174.50
184.50
184.50
225.00
225.00
462.00
462.00
3,781.20
3,781.20
396.30
390.30
Page 1
Comments
SAVINGS W/H & TRANSFERRED
PICA k MEDICARE W/H
FICA,MEDCR CITY SHARE
FEDERAL WITHHOLDING
DEFERRED COMP W/H
THOMTON 8C0266780
SKREEN SC0262310
DEFERRED COMP W/H
UNION DUBS W/H
STATE TAX W/H
DEFERRED COMP W/H
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29 Jan 1998
Thu 10:05 AM
Check Register
City of Orono
Check
Number Date Name
Oieck Number
55592
55592 MN STATE RETIRBMBNT-DEP COMP
29-Jan-98 MN STATE RETIREMENT-DEF COMP
Totals Check Number 55592 MN STATE RETIRETiENT-DEF COMP
Check Number 55593 PEBSCO/OBRA
55593 29-Jan-98 PEBSCO/OBRA
Totals Check Number 55593 PEBSCO/OBRA
Check Number 55594 PEBSCO/US CONP OP MAYORS
55594 29-Jan-98 PEBSCO/US CONP OP MAYORS
Totals Check Number S5594 PEBSCO/US CONP OP MAYORS
Check Number 55595 PERA
55595
55595
29-Jan-98
23-Jan-98
PERA
PERA
Totals Check Number 55595 PERA
Check NUodber 55596 UNITED MAY
55596 29-Jan-98 UNITED MAY
Totals Check Number 55596 UNITED HAY
Grand Total
Transaction
Amount
315.00
315.00
31.64
31.64
1«835.37
1,835.37
4,384.27
5,674.05
10,058.32
30.00
30.00
42,020.69
Page 2
Comments
DEFERRED COMP M/H
OBRA DEFERRED COMP M/H
USCM DEFERRED COMP M/H
PERA EMPLOYEE M/H
PERA CITY SHARE
CHARITY DONATIONS M/H
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29 Jan 1998
Thu 9:28 AM
Check Register
City of Orono
Check
NUirher Employee Hame
Check Itunber 043925
043925 QBMAR, JAMIE L.
Totals Check Number 043925
Check Number 043926
043926 HALLIN« DOROTHY M.
Totals Check Number 043926
Check Number 043927
043927 KASBMAN« CAROLE A.
Totals Check Number 043927
Check Number 043928
043928 HOORSB, RONALD J
Totals Check Number 043928
Check Number 043929
043929 VEE, LINDA S
Totals Check Number 043929
Check Number 043930
043930 KUEHN, THOMAS M.
Totals Check Number 043930
Check Number 043931
043931 OLSON« RONALD J
Totals Check Number 043931
Check Number 0^3932
043932 ANDERSON, BRUCE L.
Totals Check Number 043932
Check Number 043933
043933 BOBZIEN, SUB A.
Totals Check Number 043933
Check
Date
28-Jan-98
28-Jan-98
28-Jan-98
28-Jan-98
28-Jan-98
28-Jan-98
28-Jan-98
28-Jan-98
28-Jan-98
Page 1
Check
Amount
372.49
372.49
812.98
812.98
711.91
711.91
1,465.47
1,465.47
1,002.94
1,002.94
1,263.33
1,263.33
851.13
851.13
445.56
445.56
644.28
644.28
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Thu 9i28 AM
Check Register
City of Orono
Check
Number HRployee Name
Check Number 043934
043934 BORIS. SCOTT W.
Totals Check Number 043934
Check Number 043935
043935 CARLSON. MICHAEL B
Totals Check Number 043935
Check Number 043936
043936 CHESNICK. GARY B.
Totals Check Number 043936
Check Number 043937
043937 CORNICK. JAMES L.
Totals Check Number 043937
Check Number 043938
043938 DBMBOUSKI. JAY C.
Totals Check Number 043938
Check Number 043939
043939 ENGLISH III. IRVING H
Totals Check Number 043939
Check Number 043940
043940 ERICKSON. KURT R
Totals Check Number 043940
Check Number 043941
043941 FARNIOK. CORREY L.
Totals Check Number 043941
Check Number 043942
043942 FISCHENICH. DAN T
Totals Check Number 043942
Check Number 043943
Check
Date
28-Jan-98
2S-Jan-98
28-Jan>98
28-Jan-98
28-Jan-98
28-Jan-98
28-Jan-98
28-Jan-98
28-Jan-98
Page 2
Check
Amount
884.07
884.07
321.61
321.61
1*553.22
1.553.22
1.155.17
1.155.17
1.178.66
1.178.66
91.48
91.48
1.175.67
1.175.67
1,123.08
1,123.08
1.251.96
1.251.96
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Thu 9:28 AM
Check Register
City of Orono
Check
Humber Bit^loyee Name
Check Number 043943
043943 HANSINO. CAROL J.
Totals Check Number 043943
Qieck Number 043944
043944 JOHNSON, BRADLEY P
Totals Check Number 043944
Check Number 043945
043945 KNOLLBNBERG, KRISTIN L.
Totals Check Number 043945
Check Number 043946
043946 MCNALLY, STEVEN A,
Totals Check Number 043946
Check Number 043947
043947 MCNICHOLS, DAVID L,
Totals Check Number 043947
Check Number 043948
043948 MORONCZYNSKI, JAMES
Totals Check Number 043948
Check Number 043949
043949 PBISELL, WILLIAM R
Totals Check Number 043949
Check Number 043950
043950 SCHOENHOFF, JOHN B
Totals Check Number 043950
Qieck Humber 043951
043951 THOKTON, MARK R.
Totals Check Number 043951
Check Number 043952
Check
Date
28-Jan-98
28-Jan-98
28-Jan-98
28-Jan>98
28-Jan-98
28-Jan-98
28-Jan-98
28-Jan-98
28-Jan-98
Page 3
Check
Amount
376.25
376.25
987.07
987.07
632.13
632.13
433.00
433.00
531.65
531.65
1,516.07
1,516.07
195.04
195.04
1,175.16
1,175.16
793.04
793.04
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29 Jan 1999
Thu 9:28 AM
Qieck Register
City of Orono
Check
Humber Enqployee Name
Check Humber 043952
0^3952 TOMCHBCK, LAWRENCE P.
Totals Check HUmber 043952
Check Humber 043953
043953 tomczyk, mark M
Totals Check Number 043913
Check Number 043954
043954 FISCHER. CHRISTOFF K.
Totals Check Number 043954
Check Number 043955
043955 WITTKB, ANTHONY A,
Totals Check Number 043955
Check Number 043956
043956 BRESSLER, BRADLEY J.
TotJ^ls Check Number 043956
Check Number 043957
043957 GAPPRON. MIOIABL P
Totals Check Number 043957
Check Number 043958
043950 GAPPA, GREGORY A.
Totals Check Number 043958
Check Number 043959
043959 OMAN, LYLE E.
Totals Check Number 043959
Check Number 0439C0
043960 VAN ZOMBRBN, ELIZABETH
Totals Check Number 0439C0
Check Nundber 043961
Check
Date
28-Jan-98
28-Jan-98
28-Jan-98
28-Jan 98
28-Jan-98
28-Jan-98
28-Jan-98
28-Jan-98
28-.T' 98
Page 4
Check
Amount
253.29
253.29
1.243.14
1.243.14
164.38
164.38
261.56
261.56
480.20
480.20
1,115.61
1,115.61
1,508.26
1,508.26
1.088.75
1.088.75
1.101.81
1,101.81
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Thu 9:28 AM
Check Register
City of Orono
Qieck
Number Employee Name
Check Number 043961
043961 VANG, BRUCX L.
Totals Check Number 043961
Check Number 043962
043962 HECKMAN, STEPHEN J
Totals Check Number 043962
Check Number 043963
043963 BRINKHAUS, JOHN P
Totals Check Number 043963
Check Number 043964
043964 DBBAERB, DONALD L.
Totals Check Number 043964
Check Number 043965
043965 GREGORY, JAMES D
Totals Check Nundt>er 043965
Check Humber 043966
043966 HANSEN, STEVEN C.
Totals Check Number 043966
Check Number 043967
043967 OBERAIGNER, SCOTT G
Totals Check Number 043967
Check Number 043968
043968 OBRIEN, RANDY L.
Totals Check Number 043968
Check Number 043969
043969 PALMER, GREGORY A.
Totals Check Number 043969
Check Number 043970
Check
Date
28-Jan-98
28-Jan-98
28-Jan-98
28-Jan-98
28-Jan-98
28-Jan-98
28-Jan-98
28-Jan-98
28-Jan-98
Page 5
Check
Amount
976.33
976.33
42.78
42.78
1,048.80
1,048.80
1.031.29
1.031.29
795.56
795.56
985.84
985.84
1,137.14
1,137.14
477.97
477.97
710.60
910.60
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29 Jan 1998
Thu 9;28 AM
Check Register
City of Orono
Check
Number En^loyee Name
Check Number 043970
043970 RATHBUN. BARRY J.
Totals Check Number 043970
Check Number 043971
043971 SKREEN. DALE S.
Totals Check Number 043971
Check Number 043972
043972 ROSS, JOHN A.
Totals Check Number 043972
Check Number 043973
043973 STEPFENKAGEN, RONALD B
Totals Check Number 043973
Check Number 043975
043975 HALLIN. DOROTHY M.
Totals Check Number 043975
Check Number 043977
0439Vf GREGORY, JAMES D.
Totals Check Number 043977
Grand Total
Check
Date
28-Jan-98
28-Jan-98
28-Jan-98
28-Jan-98
28-Jan-98
28-Jan-98
Page 6
Check
Amount
1,041.33
1,041.33
1,011.60
1,011.60
98.63
98.63
1,054.36
1,054.36
3,045.05
3,045.05
342.10
342.10
44,160.80
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5 Feb 1998
Thu 5:54 PM
Check Register
City of Orono
Check
Number Date Name
Check Number
55598
55598 AIRTOUCH CELLULAR
04-Feb-98 AIRTOUCH CELLULAR
Totals Check Number 55598 AIRTOUCH CELLULAR
Check Number 55599 ALL STAR ELECTRIC
55599
55599
21-Jan-98
05-Feb-98
ALL STAR ELECTRIC
ALL STAR ELECTRIC
Totals Check Number 55599 ALL STAR ELECTRIC
Check Number 55600 AMERICAN MEDICAL SECURITY
55600 05-Feb-98 AMERICAN MEDICAL SECURITY
Totals Check Number 55600 AMERICAN MEDICAL SECURITY
Check Number 55601 ASLET
55601 05-Feb-98 ASLET
Totals Check Number 55601 ASLET
Check Number 55602 ASPLUNDH COFFEE
55602 04-Feb-98 ASPLUNDH COFFEE
Totals Check Number 55602 ASPLUNDH COFFEE
Check Number 55603 AT a T -
55603 05-Feb-98 AT a T -
Totals Check Number 55603 AT a T -
Check Number 55604 AT a T CONSUMER PRODUCTS DIV
55604 05-Feb-98 AT a T CONSUMER PRODUCTS DIV
Totals Check Nuc^ber 55604 AT a T CONSUMER PROnuCTS DIV
Q\eck Number 55605 BENEFITS DESIGN GROUP
55605 04-Feb-98 BENEFITS DESIGN GROUP
Totals Check Number 55605 BENEFITS DESIOf GROUP
Check Number 55606 BONESTROO ROSENE a ASSOC.
55606 05-Feb-98 BONESTROO ROSENE a ASSOC.
Transaction
Amount
309.93
309.93
204.73
340.00
544.73
785.68
785.68
60.00
60.00
288.95
288.95
27.86
27.86
19.55
19.55
1.508.80
1.508.80
827.50
Page 1
Comments
CELLULAR PHONE BILL
SIREN BATTERIES 1997
CB POST OFFICE-1996
FEBRUARY DENTAL
1998 MEMBERSHIP
COFFEE
LONG DISTANCE
1ST QUARTER PAYMENT
ADM FEE FEBRUARY
CC MTGS NOV
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Thu 5:54 PN
Check Register
City of Orono
Check
Number D«te Name
Check Number
55606
55606
55606 BONESTRCX) ROSENE fc ASSOC.
05-Peb-98 BONESTROO ROSENE & ASSOC.
05-Feb-98 BONESTROO ROSENE k ASSOC.
Totals Check Number
Qieck Number
55606 BONESTROO ROSENE k ASSOC.
55607 BUDGET PRINTING
a 55607
55607
55607
SS607
22-Jan-98
04-Feb-98
04-Feb-98
04-Feb-98
BUDGET PRINTING
BUDGET PRINTING
BUDGET PRINTING
BUDGET PRINTING
Totals Check Number 55607 BUDGET PRINTING
Check Number 55608 BURTON EQUIPMENT
55608 05-Feb-98 BURTON EQUIPfENT
Totals Check Number 55608 burton equipment
Check Number 55609 CHAPIN CONSTRUCTION BULLETIN
rheck Number S5611 CITYVIEW PLUMBING k HEATING
SS611
SS611
C5-Feb-98
OS-Feb-98
CITYVIEM PLUMBING k HEATING
CITYVir-f PLUMBING k HEATING
Total* Check Number 55611 CITYVIEN PLUMBING k HEA'ING
Check Number 55612 CONNELLY INDUSTRIAL ELTC.
55612 05-Peb-98 CONNELLY INDUSTRIAL ELEC.
Transaction
Amount
74.25
690.00
1,591.75
5.10
6.19
3.73
84.89
99.91
159.58
159.58
286.36
420.65
707.01
359.38
Page 2
Comments
EASEMENT LL BLVD
PART PREP-ROOF REPORT
SHIPPING FOR TRAINING KAT
SHIPPING FROM CART RET CT
LAMINATING
#10 ENVELOPES
PARTS RACK
55609 05-Feb-98 CHAPIN CONSTRUCTION BULLETIN 95.70 STREET MAINTQIANCE
Totals Check Number 55609 CHAPIN CONS'iHUCTION BULLETIN 95.70
Check Number 55610 CHUNKS LAKESHORE AUTO
55610 05-Feb-98 CHUNKS LAKESHORE AUTO 174.71 BRAKE PADS
55610 05-Feb-98 C^SeiKS LAKESHORE AUTO 144.51 BATTERY
55610 05-Feb-98 CHUNKS LAKESHORE AUTO 25.19 CONNECTOR
55610 05-Feb-98 CHUNKS LAKESHORE AUTO 272.61 OIL, TIE ROD
55610 OS-Feb-98 CHUNKS LAKESHORE AUTO 296.32 ALTERNATOR
55610 05-Peb-98 CHUNKS LAKESHORE AUTO 75.57 DOOR LOCK SWITCH
55610 05-Feb-98 CHUNKS LAKESHORE AUTO 29.89 LUBE WINDOW CHANNELS
55610 OS-Feb-98 CHUNKS LAKESHORE AUTO 31.98 OIL CKAIIGB
55610 OS-Feb-98 CHUNKS LAKESHORE AUTO 45.48 OIL CHANGE
55610 OS-Feb-98 CHUNKS LAKESHORE AUTO 297.87 OIL CHANGE. PLUG HIRE
55610 OS-Feb-98 CHUNKS LAKESHORE AUTO 53.69 OIL CHANGE, BULBS
55610 OS-Feb-98 CHUNKS LAKESHORE AUTO 160.73 HEAD LIGHT SWITCH
Totals Check Number 55610 CHUNKS LAKESHORE AUTO 1,608.55
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PERMIT k GAS LINE-PD GEN
ALTERNATOR
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Thu 5:54 PM
Check Register
City of Orono
Check
Number Date Name
Check Number 55612 CONNELLY INDUSTRIAL ELEC.
Totals Check Number 55612 CONNELLY INDUSTRIAL ELEC,
Check Number 55613 CRYSTEEL
55613 C4-Feb-98 CRYSTEEL
Totals Check ^'’imber 55613 CRYSTEEL
Check Number 55614 CUMMINS DIESEL SALES INC.
55614 05-Feb-98 CUMMINS DIESEL SALES INC.
Totals Check Number 55614 CUMMINS DIESEL SALES INC.
Check Number 55615 CYS UNIFORMS
55615 04-Feb-98 CYS UNIFORMS
Totals Check Number 55615 CYS UNIFORMS
Check Number 55616 DAKOTA CO. TECHNICAL COLLEGE
55615 05-Feb-98 DAKOTA CO. TECHNICAL COLLEGE
Totals Oieck Number 55616 DAKOTA CO. TECHNICAL COLLEGE
Qieck Number 55617 DNR-DIVISION OF WATER & MAIL
55617 06-Dec-95 DNR-DIVISION OF WATER & MAIL
Totals Check Number 55617 DNR-DIVISION OF WATER i MAIL
Check Number 55618 E-Z RECYCLING
55618 05-Feb-98 E-Z RECYCLING
Totals Check Number 55618 E-Z RECYCLING
Check Number 55619 EARL F. ANDERSON k ASSOC.
55619
55619
04- Feb-98
05- Feb-98
EARL P. ANDERSON k ASSOC
EARL F. ANDERSON k ASSOC.
Totals Check Number 55619 EARL F. ANDERSON k ASSOC,
Check Number 55620 FROST, SHERRY R.
55620
55620
05-Feb-98
OS-Feb-98
FROST, SHERRY R
FROST, SHERRY R
Totals Check Number 55620 FROST, SHERRY R
Check Number 55621 G & K SERVICES
Transaction
Amount
359.38
13.49
13.49
59.08
59.08
134.00
134.00
80.00
80.00
50.00
50.00
5,583.48
5,583.48
668.13
433.16
1,101.29
745.00
58.80
803.80
Page 3
Comments
COTTERLESS PIN
BUILD UP r -:lay
RED WINGS - TOfKTZYK
ETHICS IN LAW ENFORCEMENT
WATER PERMIT
JANUARY RECYCLING
STREET SIGNS
MO TUR14 AROUND SIGNS
PARK COMMISION
PLANNING COM 1/20
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Check
Number Date Name
Check Number
55621
55621
55621
55621
55621
55621
55621
55621
55621
55621
55621
55621 G k
05-Peb-98
05-Feb-98
05-Feb-98
05-Feb-98
05-Feb-98
05-Feb-98
05-Feb-98
05-Feb-98
05-Feb-98
05-Feb-98
05-Feb-98
K SERVICES
G a K SERVICES
0 & K SERVICES
G & K SERVICES
G & K SERVICES
G & K SERVICES
G & K SERVICES
G & K SERVICES
G & K SERVICES
G a K SERVICES
G a K SERVICES
G a K SERVICES
Totals Check Number 55621 G a K SERVICES
Check Number 55622 GALL'S INC.
55622
55622
05-Feb-98
05-Feb-98
GALL'S INC,
GALL'S INC,
Totals Check Number 55622 GALL'S INC.
Check Number 55623 GOPHER STATE ONE-CALL INC,
55623
55623
05-Peb-98
05-Feb-98
GOPHER STATE ONE-CALL INC.
GOPISR STATE ONE-CALL INC.
Totals Check Number 55623 GOPHER STATE ONE-CALL INC.
Check Number 55624 GRAPIX SHOPPE
55624 04-Feb-98 GRAFIX SHOPPE
Totals Check Number 55624 GRAFIX SHOPPE
Check Number 55625 HANKINS CHEMICAL INC.
55625
55625
04- Feb-98
05- Feb-90
HAWKINS CHEMICAL INC,
HAWKINS CHEMICAL INC.
Totals Check Number 55625 HANKINS CHEMICAL INC.
Check Number 55626 KENN COUNTY TREAURBR /
55626 21-Jan-98 HENN COUNTY TRBAURER /
Totals Check Number 55626 HENN COUNTY TREAURER /
Check Number 55627 RQINBPIN COUNTY SHERIFF
55627 05-Feb-98 HENNEPIN COUNTY SHERIFF
Totals Check Number 55627 HENTJEPIN COUNTY SHERIFF
Transaction
Amount
198.48
318.47
13.13
13.12
26.25
1,299.80
1,299.80
101.38
30.00
131.38
2,177.20
2,177.20
110.58
110.58
rage 4
Comments
116.61 UNIFORMS 1/26
12.15 UNIFORMS 1/26
5.93 UNIFORM 1/26
62.55 UNIFORMS 1/19
12.15 UNIFORMS 1/19
5.93 UNIFORMS 1/19
70.07 MATS 1/6
54.69 MATS 1/6
54.69 MATS 1/6
95.37 MATS 1/6
5.93 STEFFKAGEN
496.07
119.99 SECURITY SCREI
MISC SQUAD EQUIP
DECEMBER 97 LOCATES
DECEMBER 97 LOCATES
GRAPHICS FOR NEW SQUADS
HYDROFLUOSILICIC ACID
DQfURRAGE
ROOM a BOARD NOV 1997
DECEMBER BOOKING
5 Feb 1998
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Page 5
Check
Number Date Name
Check Number
55628
55628
55628 HINZB BUSINESS MACHINES
04-Feb-98 HINZB BUSINESS MACHINES
04-Feb-98 HINZB BUSINESS MACHINES
Totals Check Number 55628 HINZE BUSINESS MACHINES
Check Number 55629 HYDRO SUPPLY CO.
55629 04-Feb-98 HYDRO SUPPLY CO.
Totals Check Number 55629 HYDRO SUPPLY CO.
Check Number 55630 INT'L ASSN OF CHIEFS OF POLICE
55630 04-Feb-98 INT'L ASSN OF CHIEFS OP POLICE
Totals Check Number 55630 INT*L ASSN OF CHIEFS OF POLICE
Check Number 55631 INT'L ASSOC OF PLUM,MECH OFFIC
55631 05-Feb-98 INT'L ASSOC OF PLUM,MECH OFFIC
Totals Check Number 55631 INT'L ASSOC OF PLUM.MECH OFFIC
Check Number 55632 INTOXIMETERS
Transaction
Amount
414.29
67.10
481.39
113.24
113.24
360.00
360.00
150.00
150.00
Comments
SANYO TRANSCRIBER TRC8800
TONER LANIER FAX
HOUSING BOTTEMS
CRIM INV TECH I
1Q98 DUES
55632 05-Feb-98 INTOXIf«TERS 355.71 MN ALCO SENSOR III
Totals Check Number 55632 INTOXIMETERS 355.71
Check Number SS633 KOEHNEN’S AMOCO
55633 04-Feb-98 KOBHNEN'S AMOCO 18.95 WIPER BLADES
Totals Check Number 55633 KOBHNBN'S AMOCO 18.95
Check Number SS634 LAXESHORE WEEKLY NEWS
55634 05-Feb-98 LAKESHORE WEEKLY NEWS 73.25 PR/UTILITY
55634 05-Feb-98 LAXESHORE WEEKLY NEWS 72.25 CS ASSISTANT
Totals Check Number 55634 LAKESHORE WEEKLY NEWS 145.50
Check Number 55635 LEAGUE OF MN CITIES INS. TRUST
55635 05-Feb-98 LEAGUE OF MN CITIES INS. TRUST -875.00 1997 INS DELETES
55635 05-Feb-98 LEAGUE OF MN CITIES INS. TRUST 1.154.00 1997 INS ADDITIONS
55635 05-Feb-98 LEAGUE OF MN CITIES INS. TRUST 480.00 1ST HALF WC INSURANCE
55635 05-Feb-98 LEAGUE OF MN CITIES INS. TRUST 1.156.00 1ST HALF WC INSURANCE
55635 05-Feb-98 LEAGUE OF MN CITIES INS. TRUST 609.00 1ST HALF MC INSURANCE
55635 05-Feb-98 LEAGUE OF MN CITIES INS. TRUST 10.975.50 1ST HALF MC INSURANCE
Totals Oieck Number 55635 LEAGUE OP MN C'^TIES INS. TRUST 13.499.50
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Check
Number Date Name
Check Number
55636
55636 LONG LAKE POWER EQUIPMENT
04-Feb-98 LONG LAKE POWER EQUIPMENT
Total. Check Number 55636 LONG LAKE POWER EQUIPMENT
Check Number SS63T MACQOEEN EQUIPMENT
55637 05>Peb-98 MACQUEEN EQUIPMQIT
Totals Check Number 55637 MACQUEEN EQUIPMENT
Check Number 55638 magic cleaners
55638 04-Feb-98 MAGIC CLEANERS
Total* Check Number 55538 MAGIC CLEANERS
Check Number 55639 MAMA-LMC LABOR RELATIONS SERV
55639 05-Peb-98 MAMA-LMC LABOR RELATIONS SERV
Total. Check Number SS639 MAMA-LMC LABOR RELATIONS SERV
Check Number 55640 MEDICA CHOICE
55640
55640
04-Feb-98
04-Feb-98
MEDICA CHOICE
MEDICA CHOICE
Total* Check Number 55640 MEDICA CHOICE
Check Number 55641 MET COUNCIL ENVIRONMENTAL SVCS
55641
SS641
OS-Peb-98
05-Peb-98
MET CX)UI;CIL ENVIRONMENTAL SVCS
MET COUNCIL ENVIRONMENTAL SVCS
Total. Check Number 55641 MET COUNCIL ENVIRONMENTAL SVCS
Check Number 55642 MET COUNCIL ENVIRONMENTAL SER
55642 05-Feb-98 MET COUNCIL ENVIRONMENTAL SER
Total* Check Number 55642 MET COUNCIL ENVIRONMENTAL SER
Check Number 55643 MINN STATE TREASURER
55643 OS-Feb-98 MINN STATE TREASURER
Total* Check Number 55643 MINN STATE TREASURER
Check Number 55644 MINNEAPOLIS OXYGEN COMPANY
S5644 04-Peb-98
Totals Check Nunbcr
MINNEAPOLIS OXYGEN COMPANY
55644 MINNEAPOLIS OXYGEN COMPANY
Transaction
Amount
27.01
27.01
45.26
45.26
10.65
10.65
2,515.00
2,515.00
202.25
10,043.00
10,245.25
3,500.00
35,976.00
39,476.00
9*405.00
9*405.00
4*237.30
4,237 ju
13.50
13.50
Page 6
Comments
CHAIN SAW CHAIN
OIL PRESS GAUGE
BLANKET CLEANING
SUBSCRIPTION
JANUARY PREMIUM
JANUARY PREMIUM
MCBS PROJ 86-51 PY 1988
CVC REDUCTION 1995-97
DECEMBER 97 SAC CHARGES
DECEMBER SURCHARGE
OXYGEN
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Check
Number Date Name
Check Number
55645
55645
55645
55645 MINNEGASCO
05-Feb-98 MINNEGASCO
05-Peb-98 MINNEGASCO
05-Feb-98 MINNEGASCO
Total* Check Number 55645 MINNEGASCO
Check Number 55646 MINNESOTA SUN PUBLICATIONS
55646 05-Feb-98 MINNESOTA SUN PUBLICATIONS
Total* Check Number 55646 MINNESOTA SUN PUBLICATIONS
Check Number 55647 MN BENEFIT ASSOCIATION
55647 05-Feb-98 MN BENEFIT ASSOCIATION
Total* Check Number 55647 MN BENEFIT ASSOCIATION
Check Number 55648 MN CHAPTER OF lAPMO
55648 05-Feb-98 MN CHAPTER OF lAPMO
Total* Check Number 55648 MN CHAPTER OF lAPMO
Check Number 55649 MN CHIEFS OF POL. ED. FOUNDATI
55649 05-Feb-98 MN CHIEFS OF POL. ED. FOUNDATI
Total* Check Number 55649 MN CHIEFS OF POL. ED. FOUNDATI
Check Number 55650 MN GOLF ASSOCIATION INC.
55650 05-Feb-98 MN GOLF ASSOCIATION INC.
Total* Oieck Number 55650 GOLF ASSOCIATION INC.
55652 05-Feb-9B OBRIEN. RANDY
Total* Check Number 55652 OBRIBI, RANDY
Transaction
Amount
69.70
473.00
3.551.26
4.093.96
161.20
161.20
74.32
74.32
30.00
30.00
255.00
255.00
100.00
100.00
66.24
66.24
Comments
GAS SERVICE
GAS SERVICE
GAS SERVICE
CS ASSISTANT
INSURANCE - BORIS
1998 DUES
1998 TRAINING INST
1998 DUES
Check Number 55651 NSP
55651 04-Feb-98 NSP 122.63 JANUARY BLECTICAL
55651 04-Feb-98 NSP 845.73 JANUARY ELECTICAL
55651 04-Feb-98 NSP 2.289.94 JANUARY BLECTICAL
55651 04-Feb-98 NSP 1.906.77 JANUARY BLECTICAL
55651 04-Feb-98 NSP 19.94 ELEC SERVICE
55651 05-Feb-98 NSP 44.39 EI.ECTRICAL SERVICE
55651 05-Feb-98 NSP 19.55 SEWER LIFT
55651 05-Peb-98 NSP 23.16 ELECT SERVICE
Total* Check Number 55651 NSP 5.272.11
Check Number 55652 OBRIEN.RANDY
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MILEAGE SEWER SCHOOL
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Check
NVufiber Date Name
Check Number
55653
55653 OLSON. RON
OS-Feb-98 CLSON. RON
Total* Check Number 556S3 OLSON, RON
Aeck Number 55654 OMAN, LYLE
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55654
55654
f.
05-Feb-98
OS-Feb-98
OMAN. LYLE
OMAN. LYLE
Totals Oieck Number 55654 OMAN. LYLE
Qieck Number 55655 PERA LIFE INSURANCE
Totals Check Number 55659 POMP & METER SERVICES INC,
Check Number 55660 RADISSON SUITES
OS-Feb-98 RADISSON SUITES55660
Transaction
Amount
40.82
40.82
24.18
22.86
47.04
55655 04-Feb-98 PERA LIFE IKSCRANCE 156.00
Totals ^^vmber 55655 PERA LIFE INSURANCE 156.00
Iheck Number 55656 PERRYS TROCK REPAIR
55656 04-Peb-98 PERRYS TRUCK REPAIR 51.125565604-Feb-98 PERRYS TRUCK REPAIR 25.27
Totals Check Number 55656 PERRYS TRUCK REPAIR 76.39
Check Number 55657 PIONEER
55657 05-Feb-98 PIONEER 104.2655657OS-Feb-98 PIONEER 409.8355657C5-Feb-98 PIONEER 61.655565705-Feb-98 PIONEQt 37.755565705-Feb-98 PIONEER 43.165565705-Feb-98 PIONEER 35.953565705-Feb-S8 PIONEER 23.375565705-Feb-98 PIONEER 93.475565705-Peb-93 PIONEER 39.55
Totals ChecK Number 55657 PIONEER 848.99
Check Number 55658 PRAIRIE OFFSET
55658 05-Peb-98 PRAIRIE OFFSET 298.35
Totals Check Number 5S6S8 PRAIRIE OFFSET 298.35
*heck Number SS659 PUMP S. METER SERVICES INC.
55659 OS-Feb-98 POMP It METER SERVICES INC.250.00
250.00
297.71
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Cofoments
MILEAGE
MILEAGE
MILEAGE
FEBRUARY PR»«IUM
TOW
REPAIR HINGES 8172
1998 BUDGET
ORDINANCE 167
SANITARY SEHAR ISARING
ODINANCE 168
BIDS
ZONING COD AMENDMENT
PC PUBLIC HEARING
PC AOKNDA
ZONING AMEND
INSPECTION NOTICE* LH
PARTIAL REFUND §8442
ACCOMODATIONS
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Cieck
Number Date Name
Check Number S5660 RADISSON SUITES
Totala Check Number 556co RADISSON SUITES
Check Number 55661 REED VENDING
55661 05-Feb-98 REED VENDING
Totals Check Number 55661 REED VENDING
Check Number 55662 RICKS SUPERVALUB
55662 05-Feb-98 RICKS SUPERVALUE
Totals Check Number 55662 RICKS SUPBRVALUE
Check Number 55663 RITZ CAMERA
55663
55663
55663
05-Feb-98
05-Peb-98
05-Peb-98
RITZ CAMERA
RITZ CAMERA
RITZ CAMERA
Totals Check Number 55663 RITZ CAMERA
Oieck Number 55664 SCHOENHOFP, JOHN
55664 05-Peb-98 SCHOENHOPP, JOHN
Totals Check Number 55664 SCHOENHOPP, JOHN
Check Number 55665 SRP CONSULTING GROUP INC.
55665
••5665
05-Peb-98
05-Peb-98
SRF CONSULTING GROUP INC
SRF CON'^ULTING GROUP INC
Totals Check Number 55665 SRF CONSULTING GROUP INC,
Check Number 55666 STAR TRIBUNE
55666 05-Feb-98 STAR TRIBUNE
Totals Check Number 55666 STAR TRIBUNE
Check Number 55667 STS CONSULTANTS LTD.
55667 05-Feb-98 STS coNsiTiTArrrs ltd
Totals Check Number 55667 STS CONSULTANTS LTD
Check Number 55668 TEMPORARIES-TO-GO
55668 05-Fcb-90 TEMPORARIES - TO - GO
Totals Check Number 55668 TEMPORARIES-TO-GO
Transaction
Amount
297.71
35.40
35.40
16.43
16.43
32.94
11.79
6.34
51.07
316.51
316.51
386.40
2,839.55
3,225.95
26.00
26.00
1.964.40
1.984.40
48.00
48.00
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CANDY
CUPS a NAPKINS
FILM, DEVELOPING
DEVELOPING
DISP CAMERA
MEALS
TH12 RELOCATION II OCT
TH12 RELOCATION II NOV
13 WEEK SUBSCRIPTION
SOIL TESTING
TEMP-H/XLIN RETIREMENT
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Number
Check Number
55669
Check Register
City of Orono
Page 10
Name
55669 THE SIGN AGE
05-Feb-98 THE SIGN AGE
Transaction
Amount Comments
STREET SIGNS
Totals Check Number 55669 THE SIGN AGE
Check Number 55670 TRACY TRIPP FUELS
55670 05-Fcb-98 TRACY TRIPP FUELS
Totals Check Number 55670 TRACY TRIPP FUELS
Check Number 55671 ULTRAMAX
55671 04-Feb-98 ULTRAMAX
Totals Check Number 55671 ULTRAMAX
Check Number 55672 UNITED SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGY, INC
55672 04-Feb-98 UNITED SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGY, INC
Totals Check Number 55672 UNITED SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGY, INC
55673 US WEST COMMUNICATIONSCheck Number
04-Feb-98
04-Feb-98
04-Peb-98
04-Feb-98
04-Feb-98
04-Feb-98
04-Feb-98
04-Feb-98
US WEST
US WEST
US WEST
US WEST
US WEST
US WEST
US WEST
US WEST
COMMUNICATIONS
COMMUNICATIONS
COMMUNICATIONS
COMMUNICATIONS
:OMMUNICATIONS
COMMUNICATIONS
COMMUNICATIONS
COMMUNICATIONS
Totals Check Number 55673 US WEST COMMUNICATIONS
Check NUmbei 55674 VAN ZOMEREN, ELIZABETH
55674 05-Peb-98 VAN ZOMEREN, ELIZABETH
Totals Check Number 55674 VAN ZOMEREN, ELIZABETH
Check Number 55675 WARNING LITES OP MN
55675 05-Feb-98 WARNING LITES OF MN
Totals Check Number 55675 WARNING LITES OF MN
Check Number 55676 WESTSIDE WHOLESALE TIRE
55676 04-Pcb-98 WESTSIDE WHOLESALE TIRE
Totals Check Number 55676 WESTSIDE WHOLESALE TIRE
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COUNCIL MEETINQFEB 9 1998
CfTYOFORONO
January 26, 1998
Board of Hennepin County Commissioners
A-2400 Government Center
Minneapolis, MN 55487-0240
Dear Commissioners:
The Board of Water and Soil Resources has completed the enclosed report on the
Minnehaha Creek Watershed District as requested by resolution no. 97-9-624R3
which was adopted by the County Board on September 23, 1997. Also enclosed
IS a memorandum from the office of the state auditor.
Although no violation of applicable statutes, rules and regulations was found, the
rejport offers several recommendations. The Board of Water and Soil Resources
will continue to work with the District, and cities, to implement these
recommendations.
It is evident that the District has made some significant changes over the past
^veral months. We are also aware that the District is presently in the process of
implementing some of the recommendations brought forth in the report. Cities
have been generally satisfied with the progress made by the stormwater task force
dealing with Rule B.
It is our intent to keep the momentum going and foster better working
relationships with the District, cities and the county.
Please feel free to contact Jim Haertel of my staff at 297-2906 should you wish
to discuss this matter further.
Enclosures
cc’s on attached page
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Report to the
Hennepin County Board of Commissioners
on the
Minnehaha Creek Watershed District
January 26,1998
INTRODUCTION
The Minnesota Board of Water and Soil Resources provides this report in response to a
request, passed on September 23,1997, in the form of Resolution No. 97-9-624R3, by
the Hennepin County Board of Commissioners.
The resolution requested the Board of Water and Soil Resources to;
(A) determine if the activities of the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District (district)
are in compliance with statutes, rules, and regulations;
(B) facilitate dialogue between the district and affected municipalities;
(C ) determine if the cost effectiveness of capital projects proposed by
the district is in compliance with statutes, rules, and regulations; and
(D) request the State Auditor to audit the district to address issue (A) or (C), if
necessary.
In addition to addressing these concerns, this report will also present various guidelines and
perspectives on the roles and responsibilities involved in watershed district management.
Although reports of this type inevitably focus on recommended improvements, the Board of
Water and Soil Resources recognizes and commends the district for the dedication and
commitment of its board of managers, staff and consulting engineers and attorneys. The district
is highly professional and is justifiably proud of its accomplishments. District staff and managers
were cooperative and accommodating throughout this study.
The Board of Water and Soil Resources gathered information several different ways for this
report. Interviews were conducted with various staff members from several cities in the district.
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Past and present district staff were also interviewed. Interviews were conducted with citizen and
environmental groups, non-district consulting engineers and attorneys, other metro watershed
district managers and staff, and select state agency staff. In addition, many district records were
reviewed, including an exhaustive review of the Long Lake project and reviews of the Gray’s
Bay Dam Outlet, Gleason Lake, Painter Creek, and Langdon Lake projects. Staff from the Board
of Water and Soil Resources also reviewed the 1994 Management Study and the 1997 Draft
Strategic Plan, both of which the district commissioned. Lastly, the State Auditor reviewed the
audited financial statements of the district for fiscal years 1994, 1995, and 1996.
SUMMARY OF FINDINGS
Based on all the information gathered, the Board of Water and Soil Resources concludes that the
district has not violated any applicable statutes, rules and regulations. In addition, the district has
shown significant leadership in comprehensive water management.
However, a number of concerns did arise during our research for this report, primarily in two
areas: micro management by the Board of Managers and lack of District commumcation with
stakeholders or constituents, especially cities. Additionally, the issue of accountability for
expenditure of public funds was raised as a concern by some interviewees.
Although some of these concerns are already being addressed through recent administrative
changes, including hiring a new administrator, our review suggests improvements focused on
district management; district operational procedures; district outreach, commumcation and
coordination; and financial accountability.
DISTRICT MANAGEMENT
The board of managers for the district had a history of being dedicated and running the
operations “hands-on” during the first 25 years. The district had no staff, choosing instead to use
engineering and legal consultants. In 1992, two staff positions were established, a full time
administrator and a half-time clerical.
Since then, the board of managers has not completely shifted its focus and priorities from day-to-
day management of operations to that of being a policy and oversight body. Too many and
lengthy meetings result. Too often managers function individually and give administrative
direction to staff, or opinions to constituents, without full board awareness and approval. Further,
the district administrator and staff should be working directly with the constituents wdthout
excessive oversight from individual managers.
Oftentimes constituents are uncertain who to contact at the district level. Members of the district
staff are generally seen as not empowered to make decisions, except the most simple or basic
types, so district consultants or managers are contacted directly. District staff have been pulled in
many different directions by individual contact from managers, resulting in conflicting direction
and overworked situations. Certainly the practice undermines employee morale; turnover rate of
district staff has been hi eh.
Two recent management studies the district commissioned corroborate this finding and point to
the need for correcting micro management by the board of managers. In fact, the 1997 draft
strategic plan shows six of the seven managers spoke of micro management and the problems it
created. This also underscores the need for strong leadership by county boards in choosing
managers that will cooperate together and work as a team.
COMMUNICATION, OUTREACH, COORDINATION
District communications with stakeholders, especially the member cities, needs to be improved.
Communication would likely improve if the board of managers will step back and allow district
staff to conduct routine communications with constituents. The district would speak with a more
uniform voice, reduce the likelihood of sending mixed messages, and reduce false expectations
among constituents.
Nevertheless, it takes two parties openly communicating to make the situation work.
Constituents, such as cities, ohentimes do not put enough effort into the process. This was very
evident when the district actively solicited comments from member cities during the
development of the second generation watershed management plan. Most substantial comments
from cities only arose during the very final stages of plan review by the state agencies, resulting
in a reactive, rather than proactive, approach. It is also evident there are some situations where
cities attempt to downplay water resources management concerns such as erosion control
measures or on-site water detention. This may occur in commercial projects as the result of
pressure from developers or in cities’ own public works projects as they try to complete them in
a timely and cost-effective manner. In those cases, the district is unfairly criticized for
monitoring non-compliance and refusing to relax its standards.
The Board of Water and Soil Resources has proposed using the services of a state mediator to
help facilitate a dialogue among the cities and the district. This option will continue to be
explored and assessed along with the adoption and implementation of these recommendations.
We understand that the district administrator and a manager are in the process of meeting
individually with staff of all cities in the district. While generally viewed by constituents as a
step in the right direction, there is some concern about the need for, or desirability of, having a
manager present. Again, city staff do not see district staff as being empowered by the board of
managers to carry out their assigned duties, or what most would agree should be a staff duty.
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CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS
Another area of concern revolves around capital improvement projects and taxation to cover the
planning and implementation of the projects. Comments from all people interviewed varied
regarding the taxation issue, but the need for the projects, or similar projects, goes largely
unchallenged. The Board of Water and Soil Resources found no evidence that the cost
effectiveness of capital improvement projects is not in compliance with statutes, rules, and
regulations.
The issue of who should pay for the projects, or where taxes should be levied and to what extent,
is the subject of considerable debate and a primary focus of concern for some cities. Opinions on
solutions span a vast range and include: (a) fund all projects by an ad valorem district-wide tax as
is presently the case; (b) fund major projects of regional importance by an ad valorem district
wide tax and ftmd smaller projects on a subwatershed district basis; (c ) divide the district into
two tax districts divided at Gray’s Bay dam; (d) continue as is presently the case but spread the
projects around so many cities have a project in their area; and (e) fund projects by a combination
of an ad valorem disirict-wide tax and create a subwatershed district or stormwater utility district
for the area directly benefitting or contributing, e.g., 70 percent of the project cost levied over the
area directly benefitting or contributing and 30 percent ad valorem over the remainder of the
district.
Defining the appropriate funding option is a district responsibility and a matter of policy. Greater
proactive participation by city and county policy makers and staff in the plan development
process would create greater awareness and understanding of the options.
FINANCIAL ACCOUNTABILITY
The cost of capittil improvement projects is an area of concern, specifically the cost of
engineering and, to a lesser extent, legal services for the projects. The expense of engineering
consultants and legal consultants for other district activities is also an area of concern raised by
several people interviewed.
It does appear that the district could reduce net operating expenses by hiring some professional
staff. A staff engineer and a staff attorney or paralegal could reduce expenses in the areas of
pennits and planning and a staff engineer would be helpful in monitoring engineering consultant
costs. In addition, since the district does not have a staff attorney or engineer, individual
managers are assigned to implementation of individual capital improvement projects, furthering
the problem of board members performing tasks that should be done by staff.
Several interviewees also recommended using different engineering firms to design capital
improvement projects. Under this scenario, the district would still maintain a single consulting
engineering firm for district activities, but would vary the engineering firms used for capital
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improvement projects, either through a bid process or by rotation within a pool of firms. Other
sugpstions include relying more on the Hennepin Conservation District; and using the city
engineer as the project manager, instead of an engineering consultant. This latter suggestion
would also address the cities’ perception of a lack of coordination and information dissemination
at the project irnplementation stage. While we don’t know if these suggestions would decrease
costs, they would defimtely decrease the risk of communication breakdowns.
study stated the need for the district administrator to monitor consultant
costs. 1 ms has been implemented over the past few months.
Reviews of the Dhtricl's I994.'l995, and 1996 financial statements by the State Auditor
recommendations
In summary, the Board of Water and Soil Resources recommends the following:
1.
A. The bo«d of managers should shift their management style from being involved in
many details of dis^ct operations towards being a policy and oversight body as
presented in the “District Management’’ section on pages 2 and 3.
B. The bomd of manaprs should assign district staff and empower district staff to carry
out most of the operational fimctions and administrative services, as presented in the
Uistnct Management’’ section on pages 2 and 3.
C The dis^ct should rely more on staff in the areas of permits and planning, which may
requne additional staff, as presented in the “Financial Accountability’’ section on pages 4
II.
A. The district should improve communications with constituents, especially cities, as
presented m the “Communication, Outreach. Coordination’’ section on page 3.
B. The district should hold an annual meeting with the cities and counties to discuss
capital improvement projects on line for the coming year and try to achieve broad
agreement among the parties on sources of funding for the projects.
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III. The district should consider using additional engineering firms or the Hennepin
Conservation District on capital improvement project design, as presented under the
“Financial Accountability” section on pages 4 and 5.
rv. The district should consider using city engineers as project managers, as presented in the
“Financial Accountability” section on pages 4 and 5.
V. Hennepin County should establish “guiding principles and standards” for selecting
managers and judging performance.
VI. Cities that have not already done so should designate a technical and policy
representative to act as liaison with the district.
CONCLUSION
Managing water resources in a responsible and effective manner is extremely challenging. In
today’s urban setting this challenge is made even more complex by the many political boundaries
that are crossed. The large population center of the Minneapolis area, the wealth of water
resources, including such regionally significant ones as the Chain of Lakes, Minnehaha Creek,
and Lake Minnetonka, coupled with the primarily agricultural nature of the upper reaches of the
watershed combine to make the district’s job very complicated and yet extremely important. The
district has shown innovative leadership. While the Board of Water and Soil Resources hais made
some recommended changes, the overall job the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District has done
in the management of such important waters has been, for all purposes, quite satisfactory.
In conclusion, the Board of Water and Soil Resources offers assistance to work with Hermepin
County, the district, and the cities towards establishing a strong framework for watershed
management within the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District.
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MEMORANDUM
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To:Jim Haertel
From:Tom Karlson
Subject:Minnehaha Creek Watershed• •• •
Date:December 19,1997
Finally, I have completed some notes on my review of the 1994,1995, and 1996 audited financial
statements for the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District. I did some comparison of revenues,
expenditures, and fund balances over the years. Attached are my observations from reviewing the
reports and some schedules comparing the years.
The notes are not arranged in any particular order. Please call if you have any questions.1
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Review of Minnehaha Watershed District
Financial Statements for 1994,1995 and 1996
Annual Audit:
The District was audited by CPA firms for each year reviewed. In 1994 the firm was Larson Allen
Weishair & Co. In 1995 and 1996 the firm was Babcock, Langbein and Company. My personal
e.xperience has been that I have been more impressed by the quality of reports issued by Larson
Allen Weishair & Co, than the latter firm.
Independent Auditor's Report:
In all three years the District received an unqualified “clean" opinion on their financial statements.
In other words it was the auditors’ opinion that the financial statements were fairly presented in all
material respects. There were a couple minor errors in the wording for the 1995 and 1996 opinions.
Other Auditor Reports:
The audits were conducted under Government Auditing Standards, issued by the Comptroller
General of the US. These standards require reports on internal control and compliance to be issued.
For all three years these reports were issued. These reports indicate that the auditor’s had no issues
of noncompliance that were required to be issued and no material reportable conditions. In the 1996
Babcock, Langbein actually erred by stating they noted no reportable conditions. This^actually a
violation of auditing standards. (Codification of Statements on Auditing Standards AU § 326.17).
What all the above means is that the firms reported no findings or recommendations related to their
audits of the District. In some cases CPA firms issue separate management letters directly to
mangement. There is.no indication that they have done this, but you may want to ask the District
if they have received separate letters.
Financial Statements:
A few minor presentation errors noted in the 1995 and 1996 financial statements. However, nothing
too critical. The one curious item is that the General (Administrative) Fund in 1995 had a
$3,000,000 certificate of deposit that it did not have in 1994. The revenues of the General Fund were
roly $265,000 so they were not the source of this investment. It came fi-om the Special Revenue
Funds, in particular the tax revenues of the Management Planning Fund. The General Fund does
have a liability to the Special Revenue Funds, but the interest earned on the project revenues are
being used to eliminate the General Fund ’s deficit.
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Fund Balances:
From the schedule of fund balances you can see that the financial condition hit a low in 1994. At
that time the District had an overall deficit of $115,494. The overall deficit was due to the large
$324,004 in the General Fund. The condition of the General Fund has improved over the last two
years. Two other funds also had deficits at the end of 1996. The project revenues of the
Management Planning Fund are responsible for the healthier looking total fund balance. The deficits
result firom expending funds without current revenue sources.
Revenues:
No major observations on revenues. Property taxes are their primary source of revenue. Total
revenues of course increased due to the large projects started in 1995.
Expenditures:
As was the case with revenues, expenditures have increased in the last two years due to the large
projects. The largest expenditure has been for engineering, which is probably understandable due
to the nature of their purpose. Possibly more unusual is the large amount of legal expenditures,
which have ranged firom about 10% of total expenditures to a high of 26% in 1994. On the issue of
managers’ per diem, they have increased each year from $22,436 in 1993 to 560,42 j in 1996. On
the flip side coordinator ’s expense has dropped firom $79,620 in 1993 to $11,201 in 1996. An
unusual item was a negative expenditure in 1995 labeled “Returned Wayzata Check" for $175,540.
Generally should not have negative revenue or expenditure amounts.
Summary:
Reviewing financial statements will not necessarily address the concerns raised about the District.
Based on no findings and clean opinions on the financial statements there are no major red fl^s that
were noted firom our review of the financial statement reports. There are just some areas identified
above that may require additional information to determine if there is anything to be concerned
about.
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Review of Financial Statements
Fund Balances 1993 to 1996
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1996 ! 3.528.7031
1995 3.042.164,
1994 (115.494)
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1992 i 192.346!
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Administrative Planning Maintenance and Data
Fund Fund_____and Repair Acquisition
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(192.578)
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3.845.363 84,913 (1.420)(207.575)
3.427.604 79.503 3.875 (207.576)
106.504 70.970 24.200 6.836'
459.385 73.626 41.594 (60.204)
441.515 112.790 881 (123.310)
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