June 10, 2003
Regular Session
Pursuant to notice and call the Waverly City Council met in regular session at 7:30 p.m. in the council chambers of Waverly City Hall. Those in attendance were Mayor Bush, and Council Members Hausladen, Olson, and Henry-Neaton. Council Member Antil was absent.
Public Hearing: Code of Ordinances Adoption
The public hearing was opened at 7:30 p.m.
There were no members of the public present to comment on the proposed Code of Ordinances.
The public hearing was held open until 8:45 p.m. pending additional comments from the public.
Motion by Bush, seconded by Hausladen to close the public hearing at 8:50 p.m. Carried 4-0.
Motion by Olson, seconded by Hausladen to adopt Ordinance 02-12 for code adoption. Carried 4-0.
City Engineer’s Report
Brad DeWolf, Bolton & Menk was present at the meeting to present the specifications and plans for Water Tower construction. The advertisement for bids needs to be published for 21 days. A bid opening could be scheduled for July 22, 2003. This would allow the council to approve the bid at the August council meeting. The foundation construction could be completed this fall with the tower construction being completed in the spring. The existing water tower will be demolished.
Motion by Bush, seconded by Hausladen to advertise for bids for the water tower project. Carried 4-0.
Requests from the Public
Ken Kutz was present at the meeting. He talked to Barry Glienke, Bolton & Menk about doing concrete improvements at the same time as the construction work for the realignment of CSAH 9 is done. The curb has sunken into the asphalt on the north side of the building located at 202 N. 4th Street. Kutz requested that the city contribute and remove sidewalks. Kutz will clean up with grass seed once the sidewalk is removed. Brad DeWolf, Bolton & Menk will meet with Kutz and review plans for the CSAH 9 construction. Kutz plans to coordinate concrete work with road construction.
Richard Smith-125 Summerfield Drive
Richard Smith, 125 Summerfield Drive was present at the meeting to address issues regarding the condition of their back yard and water run off problems. There was also a ditch that was installed that has caused drainage issues on his property. Smith has concerns with the way the ditch was built and that it is not working properly. Smith’s invisible fencing was ripped out during the construction and he has not received a response from city engineers upon several inquiries. The culvert height was changed with highway 12 construction and has become a wetland area. There is standing water 80 feet back from the highway. Brad DeWolf will check on the drainage and utility easement area. DeWolf will check with MN Dot about hydrology planning for highway 12 reconstruction. There was an overflow pipe installed in easement area.
Heidi Bruntlett, 127 Summerfield Drive is the owner of the neighboring property and has standing water in her back yard that comes from the easement area.
The Council authorized the city engineers to examine and correct the problem. Brad DeWolf will meet with the concerned property owners, contact the Minnesota Department of Transportation, and check on the drainage easement locations. The council requested that the situation be reviewed and remedied before the July 8, 2003 council meeting. This item will be placed on the agenda for the July 8, 2003 council meeting for futher discussion.
Minutes
The minutes of the May 9, 2003 council work session were presented for approval.
Motion by Hausladen, seconded by Henry-Neaton to approve the May 9, 2003 minutes as presented. Carried 4-0.
The minutes of the May 13, 2003 Regular Session were presented for approval.
Motion by Hausladen, seconded by Henry-Neaton to approve the May 13, 2003 minutes as presented. Carried 4-0.
The minutes of the May 15, 2003 Railroad Land Committee meeting were presented for approval.
Motion by Hausladen, seconded by Henry-Neaton to approve the May 15, 2003 Railroad Land Committee meeting as presented. Carried 4-0.
The minutes of the May 20, 2003 Fire Committee meeting were presented for approval.
Motion by Henry-Neaton, seconded by Bush to approve the May 20, 2003 minutes as presented. Carried 4-0.
The minutes of the May 22, 2003 Special Meeting were presented for approval.
Motion by Hausladen, seconded by Bush to approve the minutes of May 22, 2003 as presented. Carried 4-0.
Accounts Payable
Motion by Olson, seconded by Henry-Neaton to approve the accounts payable in the amount of $104,260.34. Carried 4-0.
Council Member Olson asked about the payment to Braun Intertec for the soil borings for the CSAH 9 project. Brad DeWolf explained that the city will be reimbursed for engineering costs and subsequent payment by Wright County in accordance with a cost sharing agreement.
Maintenance Report
Maintenance Supervisor John Rassat reported that the project in Waverly Terrace that included tiling for the property owners is currently on hold. This is due to the desire for another quotation since the first price came in high. The city’s portion of the project has been taken care of.
The culvert has been repaired and is working properly in Summerfields.
Parks/Streets Superintendent Woitalla reported that a walk through is being conducted in the Summerfields Development and the contractors will begin working on the walking path which includes the phase two area in the development.
Planning Commission Report
The Planning Commission issued a recommendation to the council to approve the proposed park development fee for multi family and new dwellings on vacant lots. The fees are proposed as an additional charge on the building permit per unit.
Motion by Olson, seconded by Hausladen to approve the proposed amendment for park development fees for dwellings with the change of wording of including but not limited to in the section referring to types of developments. Carried 4-0.
The Planning Commission issued a recommendation to the council to proceed with the annexation request of Brad Paumen for property adjacent to Summerfields.
Motion by Bush, seconded by Henry-Neaton to authorize Brad Paumen to proceed with the annexation procedure. Carried 4-0.
Public hearings are scheduled on July 2 for Daniel Graham II’s request for a conditional use permit and planned unit development and the variance request of John Konrath.
The boulevard tree policy that was formulated by the Planning Commission was reviewed.
Motion by Hausladen, seconded by Bush to approve the boulevard tree policy. Carried 4-0.
Jim Woitalla expressed concern about the proposed maintenance responsibility within the boulevard tree policy. The policy was discussed. Planning and Zoning proposed that City Maintenance staff perform tree trimming, watering, and maintenance/removal or the city could contract the services. Maintenance Supervisor Rassat recommended that the city continue the unwritten policy for maintenance responsibility. The current policy is that the adjacent property owner maintains the trees, and removes dead trees. The city pays for stump removal and restoration.
Motion by Hausladen, seconded by Bush to amend the previous motion to reflect the current maintenance policy within the boulevard tree policy. 4-0.
Economic Development Authority
Council Member Hausladen reported that Lori Kuschel attended the June 5 Planning Commission with an update on the Eagle Creek Development project. The promotions are on hold until the builder is ready to proceed. The builder is currently completing other projects and plans to focus on the Waverly project soon.
Park Commission
Jim Woitalla reported that the Park Commission is working on a plan layout for improvements at Waverly Legion Waterfront Park. Barry Glienke, Bolton & Menk will map out specifications as suggested by Park Board members.
The council discussed the planning to accommodate 10 camp sites at the park. The Park Commissioners were not in favor of the camp site development. Mayor Bush requested that Woitalla bring this item back to the Park Commission for additional discussion.
Waverly Terrace Park is being prepared for plantings. The Waverly Lake Association is checking into a concrete boat landing at 5th Street at the 5th Street public access area. They are currently checking with the Department of Natural Resources to see if the Lake Association could do these improvements.
Waverly Fire Department
Motion by Hausladen, seconded by Henry-Neaton to adopt the annual agreement with Waverly Fire Department, Inc. Carried 4-0.
There were no changes or additions requested by the Waverly Fire Department, Inc. or the City Council.
Waverly Daze Events
A listing of events being held during Waverly Daze was reviewed by the council.
Motion by Olson, seconded by Hausladen to accept the Waverly Daze events as listed. Carried 4-0.
Insurance Renewal
Motion by Hausladen, seconded by Bush to not waive the monetary limits of tort liability. Carried 4-0.
Municipal Liquor Store Report
Motion by Hausladen, seconded by Bush to approve the May 2003 Municipal Liquor Store Report. Carried 4-0.
Church of Saint Mary
The Church of Saint Mary is requesting permission to conduct margarita sales along with Fiesta Night during the Fall Festival on September 6. Pepitos Restaurant carries the insurance. The church has requested written permission from the city.
Motion by Olson, seconded by Hausladen to provide written permission for the sale of margaritas during the fall festival. Carried 4-0.
Acknowledgements and Recognition
Council Member Henry-Neaton recognized the 2003 graduates and Deb Ryks for completion of 6 years as city clerk on June 9.
Utility Connections
Maintenance Supervisor Rassat asked about the utility connection for the Graham Town homes. There will be the need for 3 services off of the street. He is recommending that the city charge for 2 since 1 service is existing. Barry Glienke, Bolton & Menk has recommended 6 services to accommodate 1 for each unit so that sewer back ups are avoided. Apartment complexes usually have 1 main service supply for a multiple number of units. This should be investigated with Bolton & Menk for the recommended charge system and number of services for multiple facilities.
Adjournment
Motion by Bush, seconded by Hausladen to adjourn the meeting at 9:20 p.m. Carried 4-0.
__________________ __________________
Deborah Ryks, Clerk Charles Bush, Mayor
Back to Reference Menu
Announcements | City Officials | General Info | Community Info | Location | Contact Info | Home
Announcements | City Officials | General Info | Community Info | Location | Contact Info | Home