SUM 2004 01 12CHANHASSEN CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
SUMMARY MINUTES
JANUARY 12, 2004
Mayor Furlong called the meeting to order at 7:08 p.m. The meeting was opened with the
Pledge to the Flag.
COUNCILMEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor Furlong, Councilman Labatt, Councilman Ayotte,
Councilman Lundquist, and Councilman Peterson
STAFF PRESENT: Todd Gerhardt, Elliott Knetsch, Justin Miller, Kate Aanenson, Matt Saam,
Todd Hoffman, Lori Haak, and Bruce DeJong
PUBLIC PRESENT FOR ALL ITEMS:
Janet & Jerry Paulsen
Debbie Lloyd
Lexy Unze
Allison Alejo
Britt Job
Zach Schelhaas
Eric Nelson
Matt Saldack
Kevin McHale
Katie Holm
Ashlay Jung
Andy Riesgraf
Melissa Gilman
Sharif E.
Christopher B.
Jeff Lundquist
Rich Slagle
Scott Anderson
Melissa Olson
Alison Eiler
Krista Trebiatowski
Emily Anderson
Steve Daniel
Brianna Bigaovetto
Shawn Smith
Mike Korsh
Melissa Dooner
Stephanie Thomes
Derek Thompson
Dan Johnson
Samantha Schwartz
7305 Laredo Drive
7302 Laredo Drive
1080 Lyman Court
7465 Chippewa Trail
112028 Warner Circle
110935 Van Hertzen Circle
1480 Meadow Lane
8760 Lake Susan Court
6940 Tecumseh Lane
2770 Autumn Woods Drive
211 Oak Street
588 Innsbruck Drive
Chanhassen Villager
421 Pineview Court
Chaska Government Class
8705 Mary Jane Circle
Planning Commission
7550 Canyon Curve
8015 Dakota Circle
7000 Shawnee Lane
163 Highland Drive
810 Ashley Court
8759 Ridge Ponds Drive
2362 Manuela Drive
725 Halla Nursery Drive
Kraus Anderson
5920 Dahlgren Road
1445 Meadow Court
1033 Trumble
112511 East Scott Lane
8770 Deer Run Drive
City Council Summary - January 12, 2004
PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENTS:
PRESENTATION OF MAPLE LEAF AWARDS:
Mayor Furlong presented Maple Leaf awards and read a list of their accomplishments while
serving on these commissions: Rod Franks, Park and Recreation Commission; James Bohn,
Housing and Redevelopment Authority/Economic Development Authority; and Randy Herman,
Southwest Metro Transit Commission.
ORGANIZATIONAL ITEMS,
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Official Newspaper: Councilman Peterson moved, Councilman Labatt seconded to
appoint the Chanhassen Villager as the city's official newspaper. All voted in favor
and the motion carried unanimously with a vote of 5 to 0.
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Actin~ Mayor: Councilman Lundquist moved, Councilman Labatt seconded to
appoint Craig Peterson as Acting Mayor. All voted in favor and the motion carried
unanimously with a vote of 5 to 0.
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Fire Chief: Councilman Peterson moved, Councilman Labatt seconded to reaffirm
Greg Geske as Fire Chief for the Chanhassen Fire Department for a two year term.
All voted in favor and the motion carried unanimously with a vote of 5 to 0.
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Health Officer: Councilman Lundquist moved, Councilman Peterson seconded to
appoint Dr. Michael Lano as the City's Health Officer. All voted in favor and the
motion carried unanimously with a vote of 5 to 0.
CONSENT AGENDA:
approve the following
recommendations:
Councilman Ayotte moved, Councilman Lundquist seconded to
consent agenda items pursuant to the City Manager's
Approval of Minutes:
-City Council Work Session Minutes dated December 8, 2003
-City Council Verbatim & Summary Minutes dated December 8,
2003
Receive Commission Minutes:
-Planning Commission Summary & Verbatim Minutes dated December 2, 2003
-Park and Recreation Commission Summary & Verbatim Minutes dated December 16,
2003
Resolution #2004-01: Accept Street & Storm Sewer Improvements in Big Woods on
Lotus Lake, Project 01-12.
Resolution #2004-02: Accept Utility Improvements in Boyer on Lake Minnewashta
Addition, Project 02-11.
d. Resolution #2004-03: Approve Change Order for Well 9 Test Drilling Project 03-02.
e. Resolution #2004-04: Approval of Change Order for Kings Road Pond Project.
g. Approval of Amendment to City Code Concerning the Bluff Creek Overlay District.
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Resolution #2004-05: Approval of 2004-08 Capital Improvement Program.
Approve Request for a Wetland Setback Variance and Conditional Use Permit for the
Construction of a Shed, 7474 Moccasin Trail, Khai & Heather Tran.
Approve Stipulation of Settlement for Tessler Easement on Highway 101 North Trail,
Project 97-12-3.
All voted in favor and the motion carried unanimously with a vote of 5 to 0.
F. APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT TO CHAPTER 2 OF
CITY CODEs
ADMINISTRATION.
Councilman Labatt moved, Councilman Ayotte seconded to table Amendment to Chapter 2
of City Code, Administration until the first general meeting after our work session which
we discuss public safety. Councilman Labatt and Councilman Ayotte voted in favor.
Mayor Furlong, Councilman Lundquist and Councilman Peterson voted against. The
motion failed with a vote of 2 to 3.
Mayor Furlong suggested moving this item to the end of the agenda for discussion but
Councilman Labatt stated his desire to discuss public safety while people are present. He stated
his reasons for wanting to discuss public safety issues before taking action on this item. Mayor
Furlong asked staff for a staff report. Kate Aanenson explained the reasoning behind the changes
in the code. Councilman Peterson stated his recollection was that the City Council discussed
during a work session the fact that this item can be brought back at any time so let's get the code
straight and accurate now. Councilman Ayotte read a passage from the ordinance as clarification.
Councilman Peterson moved, Councilman Lundquist seconded to approve the amendment
to Chapter 2 of the City Code, Administration as presented. All voted in favor and the
motion carried unanimously with a vote of 5 to 0.
VISITOR PRESENTATIONS: None.
PUBLIC HEARING: AMENDMENT TO CITY CODE CHAPTER 4 ESTABLISHING
VARIOUS CITY FEES:
A. SURFACE WATER MANAGEMENT FEES.
Kate Aanenson presented the staff report on the surface water management fees. Councilman
Lundquist asked if there were any current applications that would be affected by passage of this
amendment. Kate Aanenson said typically they try to advise anybody that fees can change at the
end of each year. Mayor Furlong opened the public hearing. No one spoke and the public
hearing was closed.
Councilman Labatt moved, Councilman Ayotte seconded that the City Council adopt the
attached ordinance for Chapter 4 of the Chanhassen City Code to increase SWMP fees by
8.39% and approve the summary ordinance for publication purposes. All voted in favor
and the motion carried unanimously with a vote of 5 to 0.
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B. PARK DEDICATION FEES.
Todd Hoffman presented the staff update on this item. Councilman Ayotte asked staff for
clarification on what these fees will be used for, and if they were adequate. Mayor Furlong
opened the public hearing. No one spoke and the public hearing was closed.
Councilman Peterson moved, Councilman Labatt seconded to adopt the attached ordinance
for Chapter 4 of the Chanhassen City Code. All voted in favor and the motion carried
unanimously with a vote of 5 to 0.
C. PROPERTY OWNERS LIST FOR DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION.
Kate Aanenson presented the staff report on this item. Councilman Labatt asked staff to verify
that $3.00 was enough to cover costs. Mayor Furlong opened the public hearing. No one spoke
and the public hearing was closed.
Councilman Lundquist moved, Councilman Ayotte seconded that the City Council adopt
the attached ordinance for Chapter 4 of the Chanhassen City Code incorporating frees per
property owners. All voted in favor and the motion carried unanimously with a vote of 5 to
0.
PUBLIC HEARING: RECEIVE PUBLIC COMMENTS AND ANNUAL UPDATE~
NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM, PHASE II MS4
PERMIT.
Lori Haak presented the staff report and outlined a number of projects the city has accomplished
this past year. Councilman Ayotte asked about priorities. Mayor Furlong asked staff to address
the use of best management practices in managing projects. Mayor Furlong opened the public
hearing. No one spoke and the public hearing was closed.
Councilman Peterson moved, Councilman Lundquist seconded that the City Council
authorizes the Mayor to sign the City's NPDES Phase II MS4 General Permit annual report
as compiled by staff and submit the report and all required materials to the Minnesota
Pollution Control Agency by March 10, 2004. All voted in favor and the motion carried
unanimously with a vote of 5 to 0.
COUNCIL PRESENTATIONS: PRESENT FINDINGS OF CITY MANAGER'S
PERFORMANCE EVALUATION.
Mayor Furlong reviewed the two executive sessions held by City Council to discuss the City
Manager's performance and evaluation.
Councilman Peterson moved, Councilman Labatt seconded that the City Council approve
increasing the City Manager's total compensation in 2004 by 4.7 percent above that which
he received in 2003. All voted in favor and the motion carried unanimously with a vote of 5
to 0.
ADMINISTRATIVE PRESENTATIONS: None.
CORRESPONDENCE DISCUSSION: None.
City Council Summary - January 12, 2004
Councilman Lundquist moved, Councilman Peterson seconded to adjourn the City Council
meeting. All voted in favor and the motion carried. The meeting was adjourned at 8:08
p.m.
Submitted by Todd Gerhardt
City Manager
Prepared by Nann Opheim