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CHANHASSEN CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
SUMMARY MINUTES
APRIL 27, 2009
Mayor Furlong called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. The meeting was opened with the
Pledge to the Flag.
COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT:
Mayor Furlong, Councilman Litsey, Councilwoman
Ernst, Councilwoman Tjornhom, and Councilman McDonald
STAFF PRESENT:
Todd Gerhardt, Roger Knutson, Laurie Hokkanen, Paul Oehme, Todd
Hoffman, and Jill Sinclair
PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Mayor Furlong welcomed people in the council chambers as
well as those watching at home before inviting the public to join in the city’s Arbor Day
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activities on Saturday, May 2. Mayor Furlong then presented certificates to the following 5
grade students who were the runners-up in the Arbor Day Poster contest: Lynsey Zemanick,
Max Scharfenberg, Daniel Scharfenberg, Sydney VanBergen, Amasia Gordon, Piper Melbye,
Chloe Kucera, Clairisa Wagner, Annie Rothstein, Tess Ryan, Abbey Nichols, Anna Zumwinkle,
Allie Bodin and Maddy Schmall. The grand prize winner was Hugh Trumpei. His father and
brother accepted the prize on his behalf.
CONSENT AGENDA: Councilwoman Ernst moved, Councilman McDonald seconded
that the City Council approve the following consent agenda items pursuant to the City
Manager’s recommendations:
a. Approval of Minutes:
-City Council Work Session Minutes dated April 13, 2009.
-City Council Verbatim and Summary Minutes dated April 13, 2009.
Receive Commission Minutes:
-Park and Recreation Commission Verbatim and Summary Minutes dated March 24,
2009
Resolution #2009-34:
b. Approval of Vehicle and Equipment Purchases, 2009 CIP.
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Resolution #2009-35:
c. Burlwood & Burlwood 2 Addition, Project 03-10: Accept
Street and Utility Improvements.
Resolution #2009-36:
d. Public Works Facility: Approve Quotes for Floor Finishing.
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e. Cheers Wine & Spirits, 530 West 79 Street:
1) Approval of Stipulation of Facts and Civil Sanction.
2) Renewal of Off-Sale Intoxicating Liquor License.
City Council Summary - April 27, 2009
f. Approval of Temporary On-Sale Liquor Licenses for Softball Tournaments at Lake Ann
Park, May 16, June 27 & 28, Chanhassen Lions Club.
g. Approve Purchase Agreement for Remnant Right-of-Way Parcel along TH 212 from
MnDot.
Resolution #2009-37:
h. Proclamation Declaring Saturday, May 2, 2009 as Arbor Day in
the City of Chanhassen.
All voted in favor and the motion carried unanimously with a vote of 5 to 0.
VISITOR PRESENTATIONS:
Mike Schwartz, 469 Pleasant View asked the City to enforce
it’s current fence ordinance with the possibility of looking at future amendments regarding
maintenance of fences.
LAW ENFORCEMENT/FIRE DEPARTMENT UPDATE.
Lt. Jim Olson asked if there were
any questions regarding the sheriff’s office area report, the area citation list, a crime alert that
was issued by Crime Prevention Specialist Beth Hoiseth, and the Community Service Officer
report for the month of March which were included in the staff report. Seeing no questions, he
informed the council of the sheriff’s awards banquet held last week which awarded Corporal Tim
Gerber the sheriff’s office highest award, the Medal of Valor; Deputy Ben Grommetz, Jamie
Horvath and Mike McCurahan who received life savings awards; and Sergeant Pete Anderley
who received the Medal of Distinction. He also discussed property which was recovered from a
theft from vehicle that Detective Bob Zydowsky is currently working on, the increase in
vandalism around town with the weather warming up, curfew times for juveniles, and a reminder
that air soft BB and paintball guns are illegal within the city limits of Chanhassen. Mayor
Furlong asked Lieutenant Olson to comment on the safety seminar that was sponsored by the
City of Chanhassen. Chief Gregg Geske discussed the fire ban for scheduled fires with burning
permits but explained that recreational fires, with the exception of burning leaves, are still
permitted.
PUBLIC HEARING: 2009 STREET IMPROVEMENT PROJECT 09-01: ASSESSMENT
HEARING AND AWARD CONTRACT.
Public Present:
Name Address
Richard B. Brown 7114 Pontiac Circle
Alex Avedikian 10220 Mandan Circle
Marvin Oman 6951 Redwing Lane
Marge Johnson 1031 Pontiac Lane
Jim Pedersen 10300 Mandan Circle
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City Council Summary - April 27, 2009
Paul Oehme reviewed the three project areas in detail and the proposed assessment amounts for
each. Councilwoman Ernst asked for clarification of the $75,000 amount identified in the CIP
for Dell Road. Mayor Furlong opened the public hearing. Richard B. Brown Sr, 7114 Pontiac
Circle, felt the road repairs are unnecessary and untimely due to the current economic conditions.
He also suggested, if the project does move forward, that something be done with the manholes
to bring them level with the pavement. Marvin Oman, 6951 Redwing Lane asked if full
payment could be deferred to 2010, how interest is charged if the assessment is paid during the
year, and what type of maintenance will be done after this project is complete. At this point
Mayor Furlong reiterated that according to the City’s policy practice, any property owners that
wish to object to their assessment needs to do so in writing prior to closing the public hearing.
Marge Johnson, 1031 Pontiac Lane stated her objection to the assessment at this time. Jim
Pedersen, 10300 Mandan Circle asked about the time table for extension of city utilities to this
area in the future. Alex Avedikian, 10220 Mandan Circle asked for clarification on who was
being assessed and how much for the residents on Mandan Circle before registering and
submitting his written objection to the assessment.
Councilman Litsey moved, Councilwoman Tjornhom seconded to close the public hearing.
All voted in favor and the motion carried unanimously with a vote of 5 to 0. The public
hearing was closed.
Councilman McDonald asked for clarification of the scoring system for road conditions and the
consequences of delaying the projects. Councilman Litsey asked about the history of Mandan
Circle and why the road quality had deteriorated to it’s present state. Councilwoman Ernst asked
staff to clarify why the surrounding houses don’t have access to the benefits of the project but yet
they’re being assessed. With the current low interest rates and the City’s classification, Mayor
Furlong asked staff to discuss what the City could expect to see if the City bonded for this
project. The council discussed whether or not to defer payments and the amount of the interest
rate before the following motions were made.
Resolution #2009-38: Councilwoman Ernst moved, Councilwoman Tjornhom seconded to
adopt the assessment roll for the 2009 Street Improvement Project, City Project 09-01
amending paragraph 2 to read 5% interest. All voted in favor and the motion carried
unanimously with a vote of 5 to 0.
Resolution #2009-39: Councilwoman Ernst moved, Councilwoman Tjornhom seconded
that the City Council accept the bids and award the contract for the 2009 Street
Improvement Project, City Project 09-01 to Chard Tiling and Excavating, Inc. for
$943,124.90. All voted in favor and the motion carried unanimously with a vote of 5 to 0.
PUBLIC HEARING: CONSIDER APPLICATION FOR A JUSTICE ASSISTANCE
GRANT (JAG) PROGRAM FOR POLICE SERVICES AND EQUIPMENT.
Laurie Hokkanen presented the staff report on this item. Mayor Furlong opened the public
hearing. No one spoke and the public hearing was closed. Mayor Furlong asked if any
matching funds were required with this grant. Laurie Hokkanen stated there were not with this
specific request.
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City Council Summary - April 27, 2009
Councilman Litsey moved, Councilman McDonald seconded that the City Council approve
the application for the Justice Assistance Grant Program in the amount of $11,966. All
voted in favor and the motion carried unanimously with a vote of 5 to 0.
COUNCIL PRESENTATIONS:
Mayor Furlong informed the council that he would be
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speaking at the Southwest Chamber of Commerce breakfast on Tuesday, April 28 as well as
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Breakfast with the Mayor at the senior center on May 11. He also wished his youngest
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daughter Mary a happy 5 birthday.
ADMINISTRATIVE PRESENTATIONS:
Todd Gerhardt informed the council that
construction would begin on the new public works facility this week, weather permitting.
CORRESPONDENCE DISCUSSION:
None.
Councilwoman Ernst moved, Councilman McDonald seconded to adjourn the meeting. All
voted in favor and the motion carried unanimously with a vote of 5 to 0. The City Council
meeting was adjourned at 9:00 p.m.
Submitted by Todd Gerhardt
City Manager
Prepared by Nann Opheim
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