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CHANHASSEN CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
SUMMARY MINUTES
JULY 25, 2005
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, Councilwoman Tjornhom, Councilman
Peterson, Councilman Labatt and Councilman Lundquist
STAFF PRESENT:
Todd Gerhardt, Roger Knutson, Justin Miller, Paul Oehme, Kate
Aanenson, and Todd Hoffman
PUBLIC PRESENT FOR ALL ITEMS:
Cheryl, Jeff & Adam Peckron 968 Bluff Point Drive, Chaska
Janet Paulsen 7305 Laredo Drive
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PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Mayor Furlong announced that Tuesday, August 2 is
National Night Out and invited all residents to attend neighborhood parties being held
throughout the city.
CONSENT AGENDA: Councilman Lundquist moved, Councilman Peterson seconded to
approve the following consent agenda items pursuant to the City Manager’s
recommendations:
a. Approval of Minutes:
-City Council Work Session Minutes dated July 11, 2005
-City Council Verbatim & Summary Minutes dated July 11, 2005
Receive Commission Minutes:
-Park and Recreation Commission Verbatim & Summary Minutes dated June 28, 2005.
d. Approval of Plans & Specifications; Authorize Advertising for Bids; Lake Susan
Playground.
e. Approval of Membership to the Surface Water Management Plan Update Task Force.
Resolution#2005-63:
f. Approve Letter of Support and Resolution; Carver County
Application for Transportation Enhancement (TE) Funds for Trunk Highway 41 Bicycle/
Pedestrian Underpass and Trails.
All voted in favor and the motion carried unanimously with a vote of 5 to 0.
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VISITOR PRESENTATIONS: HIGHWAY 212 UPDATE, JON CHIGLO, MNDOT,
PROJECT 03-09.
Scott Risery with ZRC, the design build team for the construction of Highway 212, provided an
update of where they are in the process, showing a video simulation of the 212 corridor before
and after construction and a schedule for completion. Councilman Lundquist asked about the
hours of construction near residential areas. Mayor Furlong asked Mr. Risery to expand on the
traffic flow during construction. An open house will be held in the Chanhassen council
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chambers on Wednesday, August 3.
EAGLE SCOUT PROJECT, CURRY FARMS PARK, MIKE CRIST.
Mike Crist presented drawings and outlined his Eagle Scout project to install benches and trees
at Curry Farms Park. Councilman Lundquist asked for a timeline for the project. Mayor Furlong
asked if funds were in the budget to cover the costs of the trees and one bench.
Councilman Lundquist moved, Councilwoman Tjornhom seconded that the City Council
approve to purchase trees and one bench for Curry Farms Park as requested by Mike
Crist for his Eagle Scout project. All voted in favor and the motion carried unanimously
with a vote of 5 to 0.
LAW ENFORCEMENT/FIRE DEPARTMENT UPDATE.
Sergeant Olson presented the numbers from the sheriff’s office area report, area citation list, and
the community service officer report for June, along with copies of the crime alerts issued by
Crime Prevention Specialist, Beth Hoiseth. Councilman Lundquist asked for an explanation of
the increase in crimes, specifically drug violations. Sergeant Olson commented on the recent law
that was passed by the State regarding gas and electric scooters and stated he would take a look
at the law and make possible recommendations for action by the City Council.
PUBLIC HEARING: REQUEST FOR VACATION OF UTILITY AND DRAINAGE
EASEMENTS LOCATED ON LOTS 8 & 9, BLOCK 2, WALNUT GROVE, 7571
WALNUT CURVE, VACATION FILE NO. 05-02.
Paul Oehme presented the staff report on this item. The applicant, Steve Lillehaug thanked staff
for their assistance over the past 2 ½ years in reaching this point. Mayor Furlong opened the
public hearing. No one spoke and the public hearing was closed.
Resolution#2005-64: Councilman Peterson moved, Councilman Labatt seconded that the
City Council approve Vacation of Drainage and Utility Easements for Lots 8 and 9, Block
2, Walnut Grove, Vacation File No. 05-02. All voted in favor and the motion carried
unanimously with a vote of 5 to 0.
PUBLIC HEARING: REQUEST FOR A METES AND BOUNDS SUBDIVISION OF
LOT 2, BLOCK 1, FRONTIER THIRD ADDITION INTO TWO PARCELS,
APPLICANT, CHARLES STINSON, PLANNING CASE NO. 05-21.
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Public Present:
Name Address
Charles Stinson 18304 Minnetonka Boulevard, Deephaven
John & Genell Lemley 7523 Frontier Trail
Ralph Burrell 7555 Frontier Trail
Theresa Watt 7423 Frontier Trail
Dave Howe 400 Santa Fe Trail
Tom Manarin 7552 Great Plains Boulevard
Kate Aanenson presented the staff report on this item. Councilman Lundquist asked for
clarification of public and private access to the site. Mayor Furlong asked for clarification of the
storm water management plan in this area of town. Todd Gerhardt asked staff to explain the
public road right-of-way. The applicant, Charles Stinson provided background information on
this property. Mayor Furlong opened the public hearing.
John Lemley, 7523 Frontier Trail presented background information to support his request that
the City Council deny the subdivision request and ask that Mr. Stinson be required to discuss his
plans with the rest of the neighborhood, that appropriate measures be taken to correct or address
the traffic situation that is being created, and to address drainage issues. Ralph Burrell, 7555
Frontier Trail asked that this subdivision not be included with the previous subdivisions and that
the drainage issue of silt build up in the pond be addressed. He also requested that this
subdivision be denied. Terry Watt, 7423 Frontier Trail stated she would not have purchased the
home she did if she had known this property could be further subdivided. Dave Howe, 400
Santa Fe Trail explained that public road that is shown on the drawing is not how the road is
built and expressed concern with the architectural mismatch between Western Hills and this
development. Tom Manarin, 7552 Great Plains Boulevard, who is two-thirds owner of the
private drive, reviewed the work that was done by the neighbors and staff in designing this road
and private driveway configuration. Mayor Furlong closed the public hearing. Mayor Furlong
asked for further clarification on the requirements for public notice and the possibility of further
subdivision of this property. After council discussion the following motion was made.
Resolution#2005-65: Councilman Lundquist moved, Councilwoman Tjornhom seconded
that the City Council approve the metes and bound subdivision (#05-21) of Lot 2, Block 1
Frontier Third Addition into two lots as shown on plans stamped “Received June 10,
2005”, subject to the following conditions:
1.Water Resources Coordinator Conditions:
a.The bluff area on the property (i.e., slope greater than or equal to 30% and a rise in slope
of at least 25 feet above the toe) shall be preserved. In addition, all structures shall
maintain a 30-foot setback from the bluff and no alterations shall occur within the bluff
impact zone (i.e., the bluff and land located within 20 feet from the top of a bluff).
b.The plans shall show a culvert under the driveway on Parcel B.
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c.The applicant shall ensure adequate riprap is installed at the flared end section in the
southwest corner of Parcel A.
d.Erosion control blanket shall be installed on all graded slopes greater than or equal to 3:1.
All exposed soil areas shall have temporary erosion protection or permanent cover year
round, according to the following table of slopes and time frames:
Type of Slope Time (Maximum time an area can
Steeper than 3:1 7 days remain open when the area
10:1 to 3:1 14 days is not actively being worked.)
Flatter than 10:1 21 days
These areas include any exposed soil areas with a positive slope to a storm water
conveyance system, temporary or permanent drainage ditch or other natural or man made
systems that discharge to a surface water.
e.The plans shall show four 6” diameter biologs in the drainageway along the southern
property line (one biolog for every four feet in elevation change) from the flared end section
to the 10” ash to reduce storm water velocities and encourage sedimentation behind the
biologs. The ends of the biologs shall be pointed slightly upslope.
f.The applicant shall apply for and obtain permits from the appropriate regulatory agencies
and comply with their conditions of approval.
2.Prior to building permit issuance for Parcels A and B, detailed grading, drainage, erosion
control, and tree removal plans are to be submitted to the City for review and approval.
3.Driveway grades for Parcel B will not exceed 10%. Show spot elevations.
4.Parcels A and B are to be custom graded lots.
5.Supply a detailed street closure and patching plan on Frontier Trail for water service hookup
to Parcel B.
6.Show 75' rock construction entrance to Parcels A and B.
7.Erosion control measures and site restoration will conform to the MPCA's "Protecting Water
Quality in Urban Areas" (BMPH). Type I silt fence is to be used in accordance with the
plans and the City of Chanhassen's Detail Plate No. 5300. Extend erosion control measures
along grading limits for driveway on Parcel B.
8.Water and sewer service for Parcel B will be constructed at the time of home construction.
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9.Storm sewer, water, and sewer service for Parcel A will be constructed in conjunction with
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Frontier 3 Addition and all its conditions of approval.
10.All water and sewer service construction will require a permit from the City of Chanhassen's
Building Inspection Department.
11.Building Official Conditions:
a.Final grading plans and soil reports must be submitted to the Inspections Division before
building permits will be issued.
b.Both parcels must be provided with separate sewer and water services.
c.Retaining walls over 4’ high require a permit and must be designed by an engineer
licensed in the State of Minnesota.
d.The building foundations must be designed by a professional engineer due to the slope of
the property.
12.The developer shall pay full park dedication fees.
13.Typical drainage and utility easements shall be dedicated on the rear property line of Parcels
A & B.
14.Approval of this metes and bounds subdivision is contingent upon recording of the plat of
Frontier Third Addition.”
All voted in favor and the motion carried unanimously with a vote of 5 to 0.
COUNCIL PRESENTATIONS:
None.
ADMINISTRATIVE PRESENTATIONS:
Todd Gerhardt showed an artist rendering of City
Center Park and the library which will be sold as Christmas cards at Byerly’s. He updated the
council on new businesses that have opened in town and construction projects.
CORRESPONDENCE DISCUSSION.
Councilman Peterson suggested that the press release
from Money Magazine be forward to more television and radio stations. Mayor Furlong
reminded people of the second annual Chanhassen Day at the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum
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on Friday, August 19.
Councilman Lundquist moved, Councilman Peterson seconded to adjourn the meeting. All
voted in favor and the motion carried unanimously. The City Council meeting was
adjourned at 8:25 p.m..
Submitted by Todd Gerhardt
City Manager Prepared by Nann Opheim
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