1967 11 27CHANHASSEN VILLAGE COUNCIL MEETING NOVEMBER 27, 1967
The Chanhassen Village Council met in regular meeting on November 27, 1967,
at 8:00 P:M. The following members were present: Mayor Coulter, Councilmen
Hill, Bennyhoff, Pearson, and Klingelhutz.
On a motion made by Councilman Hill and seconded by Councilman Pearson the
minutes of the November -20th meeting be approved as submitted. Motion
unanimously approved.
ORDINANCE #14 - PARK DEDICATION: Mr. Tom Klingelhutz explained to the
Council that he thought this Ordinance will create a hardship to the
future home owners and developers in the area. He stated Option #1 was
a little high but the biggest objection was to Option #3.- He also,stated
that he felt it should be up to the developer to dhose which option he
will take. Mr. Keith Anderson,-Developer, voiced his objections on the
Ordinance. His biggest objection being Option #3. Mr. Joe Boyer,
Developer, stated he felt the entire ordinance was unnecessary and
that park funds should be raised by a general mill levy. Mr. Dean
Degler, land owner, objected to the percentage of land that must be
donated. He stated that the land owners will be hurt by this Ordinance.
Several other land owners were present. The Council advised them that
Professional Planners have been hired and they will lay out the areas
where they think parks will be needed. The land owners asked that they
be notified when a park plan is presented.
Councilman Pearson moved that this Council defer action and hold up on
the publication of Ordinance #14 and that this Council will consider
this Ordinance at our next regular meeting on December 4, 1967, at 9:30
P.M. Motion seconded by Councilman Bennyhoff and unanimously approved.
KAISE LOT: Mr, Don Kaiser appeared before the Council desiring approval
of his Building Permit Application. A discussion was held on the road
dedication of Lot 22. On a motion made by Councilman Klingelhutz and
seconded by Councilman Pearson that the Attorney be instructed to obtain
an easement on Lot 22 in Auditor's Sub. #2 (20 wide and 265 in length)
and that he be charged with the responsibility of vacating Dot 22 and
that the costs be borne by the Kaiser's. Discussion followed. Councilman
Pearson withdrew his second and Councilman Klingelhutz withdrew his
motion. Councilman Klingelhutz moved that before lot 22 in Auditor's
Sub. #2 is vacated a-20 x 2651 easement be dedicated to the Village.
Councilman Pearson seconded and unanimously approved. On a motion made
by Councilman Bennyhoff and seconded by Councilman Pearson that the Building
Permit and lot layout for Don Kaiser be approved as shown on the survey by
Egan, Field & Nowak. Motion unanimously approved. On a motion made by
Councilman Klingelhutz and seconded by Councilman Pearson that the
Attorney be instructed to obtain the deed from White Investment Company
to secure Lot 22, Auditorts Sub. #2. Motion unanimously approved.
JOHN HAVLIK - 1967 -2 & 3 PROJECT: John HavUk operator of the Mileage
Station appeared before the Council requesting that something be done
to improve the approaches to his station. As a result of the road
project,the approaches are in poor condition. The Engineer stated that
Gleason would be out in the next few days-and this will be taken care of..
The Council instructed the Engineer and Mr. Havlik to work out a solution.
November 27, 1967 - minutes continued (page 2)
ROAD BARRICADE: The Council instructs the maintenance men-to put
barricades across both ends of the field road in Western Hills. This
field road will no longer have.to be used. It was also noted that
there has been car racing going on in the new Western Hills Addition.
It was suggested to the developers of Western Hills to barricade this
road at night and when there is no work going on.
WESTERN HILLS BOND: Hansen & Klingelhutz appeared before the Council
stating that no bonding company will go along with 1j times more than
the cost of the estimate for completion of the road and they further
stated that no one else has posted a bond for 1j� times more than the
estimated cost. On a motion made by Councilman Pearson and seconded
by Councilman Bennyhoff that the bond for Western Hills be 110% of
the estimated cost of completion ($3,900.00 bid) with completion date
on or before October 1, 1968 as per contract. Motion unanimously
approved. Councilman Klingelhutz abstained from voting.
PROFESSIONAL PLANNERS: An agreement was presented to the Council for
approval on the hiring of professional planning service. The Planning
Commission interviewed several planners and chose the firm of Nason,
Wehrman, Knight, and Chapman, Inc. On a motion made by Councilman
Bennyhoff and seconded by Councilmen Pearson approving the agreement
between Nason, Wehrman, Knight,and Chapman, Inc. and the Village of
Chanhassen for the sum of $2,000.00 and authorizing the Mayor and Clerk
to sign the agreement in behalf of the Village. Motion unanimously
approved. It is noted that any additional expenses will have to have the
approval of the Council.
JOHNSON & PETERSON: A discussion was held on the amount of credit due
the Village from Johnson & Peterson on completion of the,Municipal
Building. On a motion made by Councilman Pearson and seconded by
Councilman Klingelhutz that the Village accept the $800.00 credit from
Johnson & Peterson. Motion unanimously approved. It was decided that
Tom Carmody draw up the final closing papers and submit to the Attorney
for approval.
METROPOLITAN SECTION OF THE LEAGUE: On a motion made by Councilman Hill
and seconded by Councilman Bennyhoff that the Village join the Metropolitan
Section of the League. Motion unanimously approved.
OFFICE FURNITURE: On a motion made by Councilman Pearson and seconded by
Councilman Klingelhutz authorizing the Clerk to order a desk and chair.
Motion unanimously approved.
PLUMBING PERMITS: On a motion made: by Councilman Klingelhutz and seconded
by Councilman Hill approving the Plumbing Permit applications and permit
form and authorizing the Clerk to have some printed. Motion unanimously
approved.
LETTER - TOM HODGSON: A letter was read from Tom Hodgson regarding the
nuisance of airplanes landing and taking off on Lotus Lake and requesting
the Council to check into this. Mayor Coulter is meeting with the
Sheriff and stated he will inquire into what can be done.
On a motion made by Councilman Bennyhoff and seconded by Councilman Hill
the meeting be adjourned.
TIME: 11:00 P.M.
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