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121597 CC Reg Min '.. '" . . . CITY OF SHOREWOOD REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MONDA Y, DECEMBER 15, 1997 COUNCIL CHAMBERS 5755 COUNTRY CLUB ROAD 7:30 P.M. MINUTES 1. CONVENE CITY COUNCIL MEETING Mayor Dahlberg called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. He also announced the Council will convene in Executive Session immediately following the regular portion of the meeting to discuss pending litigation. A. Roll Call Present: Mayor Dahlberg; Councilmembers Stover, McCarty (arrived at 7:40 p.m.), O'Neill and Garfunkel; Administrator Hurm; City Attorney John Dean; Finance Director AI Rolek; Engineer Larry Brown; Planning Director Brad Nielsen Review Agenda B. Mayor Dahlberg read the Agenda for December 15, 1997. Councilmember Stover requested the removal of Item D from the Consent Agenda. It was agreed Item D will become Item 4.1. Mayor Dahlberg requested Item 17 be moved to Item 5.1. Engineer Brown requested Item No.3 be amended to reflect consideration of a resolution providing direction to MNDOT regarding access closures and improvements to various intersections with State Trunk Highway 7. Administrator Hurm requested the removal of Item 14 since a finalized 1998 Capital Budget was not available. Hurm noted Item 7C to include consideration of a motion regarding a zoning code amendment as well as a resolution regarding a Conditional Use Permit for Self-Storage Facility. The agenda was approved as amended. 2 . APPROVAL OF MINUTES A. City Council Work Session Minutes. November 19, 1997 O'Neill moved, Garfunkel seconded approving the City Council Work Session Minutes for November 19, 1997, as amended on Page 2, Paragraph 1, add "Mayor Dahlberg stated this would not necessarily be the case if the infrastructure did not already exist." Paragraph 10, Sentence 4, add "depending on how it is defined." Paragraph 11, Last Sentence, change "should" to "could." Motion passed 4/0. B. City Council Regular Meeting Minutes. November 24, 1997 O'Neill moved, Stover seconded approving the City Council Regular Meeting Minutes for November 24, 1997, as submitted. Motion passed 4/0. C . City Council Work Session Minutes . November 25, 1997 Garfunkel moved, O'Neill seconded approving the City Council Work Session Minutes for November 25, 1997, as submitted, however, Councilmember Stover requested a copy of the map depicting each of the areas referenced be attached to and made a part of the minutes. Motion passed 4/0. . ,. . t CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MINUTES DECEMBER 15, 1997 . PAGE 2 D . City Council Work Session Meeting Minutes . December 1, 1997 Garfunkel moved, O'Neill seconded approving the City Council Work Session Minutes for December 1, 1997, as submitted. Motion passed 3/0. (Councilmember Stover abstained.) Councilmember McCarty arrived at 7:40 p.m. E. City Council Regular Meeting Minutes . December 3, 1997 O'Neill moved, Stover seconded approving the City Council Regular Meeting Minutes for December 3, 1997, as amended on Page 2, Item 3, delete from the motion "and adopting the Resolutions therein." Motion passed 5/0. F. City Council Special Meeting Minutes - December 3, 1997 Dahlberg moved, Stover seconded approving the City Council Special Meeting Minutes for December 3, 1997, as submitted. Motion passed 5/0. G . City Council Work Session Meeting Minutes - December 8, 1997 Dahlberg moved, O'Neill seconded approving the City Council Work Session Minutes for December 8, 1997, as submitted. Motion passed 5/0. 3. REPORT ON OPEN FORUM MEETING HELD DECEMBER 15 FROM 6: 00 P.M. TO 7:15 P.M. ON HIGHWAY 7 IMPROVEMENTS A RESOLUTION PROVIDING DIRECTION TO MNDOT REGARDING ACCESS CLOSURES AND IMPROVEMENTS TO VARIOUS INTERSECTION WITH STATE TRUNK IDGHWAY 7 Engineer Brown explained MNDOT has requested the City's participation in making changes to the Highway 7 corridor with various city intersections which would make Highway 7 a safer corridor to travel. the City conducted trial closings of the access points to investigate how this would impact the various intersections. Yellowstone Trail, east of Country Club Road, experienced an increase of approximately 400 vehicles. Yellowstone Trail, west of Country Club Road, experienced a decrease in traffic during the trial closure. Eureka Road, north of Highway 7, experienced an increase of 70 vehicles per day which would not be considered significant given the amount of traffic on this road on a daily basis. Engineer Brown noted the survey results were reviewed during the public information meeting at which time staff and Council had an opportunity to speak with residents regarding this issue. Brown explained the changes which will be requested of MNDOT. Councilmember Garfunkel noted Pleasant Avenue to be a problem area. Councilmember Stover commented a 100 percent petition was received from the residents living on this drive. Councilmember O'Neill pointed out that according to the traffic counts, traffic would be reduced in one neighborhood by 60 percent and increased in other areas by only 15 to 20 percent. - . . CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MINUTES DECEMBER 15, 1997 - PAGE 3 Brown reported there had been discussions during the public informational meeting relative to emergency service vehicles responding to Wood Drive if some of these accesses were to be closed and it was noted emergency response time would increase. Councilmember McCarty expressed. concern relative to the ongoing traffic concerns on Yellowstone Trail and stated she would not feel comfortable increasing this traffic. She felt the addition of a right turn lane on Pleasant Avenue to be a compromise. Mayor Dahlberg expressed concern there is not a clear measure relative to the traffic on Lake Linden Drive. He stated he would support closing Pleasant Avenue if it does not place inordinate pressure on Lake Linden Drive. Councilmember O'Neill pointed out according to the study, there are 200 fewer cars traveling into this neighborhood. Brown explained that in an effort to identify the position of MNDOT relative to funding, he added the Lake Linden project to the plan. He explained the level of fmancial participation which was originally promised by MNDOT is not as much as staff had hoped. Councilmember O'Neill suggested denying the proposal given MNDOT's unwillingness to assist the City with this project. Councilmember Stover noted if MNDOT will not fund the project, the City would not be required to either. Mayor Dahlberg suggested the City put traffic counters at Country Club, Yellowstone and Lake Linden to determine the level of traffic on these roadways with no access points closed. He noted the option would remain to close Pleasant Avenue. In addition, this would allow time to investigate the traffic counts on Lake Linden Drive. Councilmember O'Neill stated he would be in favor of closing Pleasant Avenue, however he has a concern relative to access by emergency vehicles. Councilmember Garfunkel commented this is an issue of safety and is not simply limited to traffic counts. He noted his agreement with MNDOT that a controlled intersection is much safer than an uncontrolled intersection along the subject stretch of highway. Mayor Dahlberg noted his agreement. O'Neill moved, Garfunkel seconded amending Item 4 of the proposed resolution to reflect the closure of Pleasant A venue. Motion passed 3/2. (Mayor Dahlberg and Councilmember McCarty were the dissenting votes.) Stover moved, McCarty seconded amending Item 1 of the proposed resolution changing "Highway 41" to read "Shopping Center." Motion passed 5/0. Stover moved, Dahlberg seconded amending Item 2 of the proposed resolution to read "The intersection at Lake Linden Drive with Trunk Highway 7 shall be closed." Motion passed 5/0. O'Neill moved, Garfunkel seconded adopting RESOLUTION NO. 97-109, "A Resolution Providing Direction to MNDOT Regarding Access Closures and Improvements to Various Intersection with State Trunk Highway 7." Motion passed 5/0. 4. CONSENT AGENDA McCarty moved, O'Neill seconded approving the Motions on the Consent Agenda and adopting the Resolutions therein: CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MINUTES DECEMBER 15, 1997 - PAGE 4 - A. B. C. D. E. Motion passed 5/0. A Motion to Approve a Three Year Extension of the Recycling Contract with E-Z Recycling A Motion Adopting RESOLUTION NO. 97-110, "A Resolution Approving 1998 Licenses for Refuse Haulers" A Motion Adopting RESOLUTION NO. 97-111, "A Resolution Approving 1998 Licenses for Tree Trimmers" A Motion Authorizing the Hire of a Secretary A Motion Adopting RESOLUTION NO. 97-112, "A Resolution Amending Resolution No. 97-104 by Changing Final Payment Amount" 4.1 CONSIDERATION OF A MOTION ADOPTING A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING ENDORSEMENT OF A GRANT APPLICATION FOR TONKA UNITED SOCCER Administrator Hurm explained representatives of the Tonka United Soccer Association contacted the City relative to a grant program which is available through the Minnesota Amateur Sports Commission. . Councilmember Stover inquired whether there would be potential for legal liability in endorsing the grant application. City Attorney Dean stated if the City were to go forward and enter into a relationship with Tonka United Soccer, it would be important to address issues of potential liability. These issues can be addressed through a Joint Powers Agreement or other forms of agreernents. Stover moved, McCarty seconded adopting RESOLUTION NO. 97-113, "A Resolution Authorizing Endorsement of a Grant Application for Tonka United Soccer." Motion passed 5/0. 5. MATTERS FROM THE FLOOR - None Cory Nelson, 5980 Seamans Drive, commented on the newspaper article relative to a lawsuit which is being threatened by the Eagle Crest Northwest Developers. Mr. Nelson commented most of the people in the neighborhood would like to see the land used and used appropriately. Steve Hertzenberg, 26115 Shorewood Oaks Drive, also commented on the newspaper article. He encouraged the Council not to enter into a settlement with the developer and not to reconsider their decision. Mr. Hertzenberg stated his neighborhood is determined a project such as this will not be approved. Keith Monjack, 6140 Pleasant Avenue, commented on the Highway 7 closures and felt there would be significant traffic on Pleasant Avenue if Wood Drive and Seamans are to be closed. Councilmember O'Neill pointed out the motion had been to close Pleasant Avenue. . Mayor Dahlberg recessed the meeting at 8:46 p.m. and reconvened at 8:54 p.m. . . . CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MINUTES DECEMBER 15, 1997 - PAGE 5 6. PUBLIC HEARING - LIQUOR STORE OPERATIONS Finance Director Rolek addressed this issue. Bill Josephson, Liquor Store Manager, was in attendance and he reviewed various interventions which have been undertaken and benefited the operation. He noted there was increased activity at the plaza store given the change of Driskill's to New Market. Councilmember Garfunkel noted the Old Market Road facility is too large given the sales versus the rent. Negotiations are underway to reduce the square footage of the store. There is a seven year lease in which the store is in its third year. Finance Director Rolek noted there has been interest expressed by some of the tenants in obtaining the space the store would like to turn back. Councilmember Stover provided some background on this matter and pointed out the proceeds of the liquor stores built the city hall building. These proceeds also purchased much of the park land which now exists. Mayor Dahlberg clarified the overall condition of the liquor store operation is slightly profitable. He noted the store on Highway 7 loses money, however, the other two stores produce a profit. Mayor Dahlberg commented the Highway 7 store is now considered more of a convenience store location emphasizing the more popular products. Councilmember O'Neill questioned why something has not been done prior to this time given the fact this particular store has lost money over the last three years. Councilmember Stover pointed out this is one of three stores and overall there is a profit. She pointed out the losses are covered through a reserve liquor fund. Councilmember Garfunkel pointed out there has been a turn around of approximately $30,000 over the previous year. Councilmember O'Neill noted this to be a result of the other stores and not the Old Market Road operation. Councilmember Garfunkel explained the trend at this location to be moving in a positive direction. Rolek explained the history of this operation and the effect the opening of a warehouse type liquor store has had on this location. The slow traffic flow of the shopping center affected the business as well. Rolek felt with the continued growth in the area and the new marketing strategies which are being undertaken, this operation can become profitable. Councilrnember Garfunkel pointed out the Old Market Road operation is part of an entire operation and cannot be separated out from the rest of the stores. Councilmember O'Neill felt if the Old Market Road facility does not earn a profit in the next year, the business should be sold. He felt there to be no point in being in this business if the City is only going to break even or recognize only a minimal profit. Councilmember Garfunkel noted any losses which are experienced are not taken out of the General Fund. Mayor Dahlberg opened the public hearing at 9:24 p.m. Roger Champa, 25500 Nelsine Drive, questioned whether benefits, licensing, and insurance are included in the numbers which were presented when Rolek stated the business is self-sustaining. Rolek noted those expenses were included in addition to some administrative costs which have been factored in. Mr. Champa expressed his opinion the City does not belong in the liquor business. He expressed concern enhanced advertising and marketing to increase the business will put the City at risk for selling to people they shouldn't which could result in a lawsuit. He noted his agreement with Councilmember O'Neill that if the situation does not turn around, the City should discontinue this business. Hearing no further public testimony, Mayor Dahlberg closed the public hearing at 9:27 p.m. . . . CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MINUTES DECEMBER 15, 1997 - PAGE 6 A. Consideration of a Motion Authorizing the Expenditure of Liquor Operation Funds in Relation to Reducing the Square Footage of the Waterford Liquor Store Hurm noted the Council received a proposed letter authorizing the liquor store to reduce the square footage of the facility from 4,500 to approximately 3,100 square feet. All transaction costs associated with designing and building out the space in question as well as brokerage fees will be the responsibility of the City. These costs are expected to be kept to a minimum. McCarty moved, Garfunkel seconded authorizing the expenditure of Liquor Operation Funds in Relation to Reducing the Square Footage of the Waterford Liquor Store. Motion passed 5/0. B . Consideration of a Motion to Approve a One Year Extension 0 f Cooperative Operating Agreement and Lease with Tonka Bay Regarding Municipal Liquor Store Garfunkel moved, Stover seconded approving a one year extension 0 f Cooperative Operating Agreement and Lease with Tonka Bay Regarding Municipal Liquor Store. Motion passed 5/0. Mayor Dahlberg recessed the meeting at 9:30 p.m. and reconvened at 9:38 p.m. 7. CONSIDERATION OF A MOTION TO ADOPT A RESOLUTION MAKING A NOMINATION TO THE MINNEHAHA CREEK WATERSHED DISTRICT BOARD OF MANAGERS Councilmember Stover inquired whether this nomination will confuse the Hennepin County Board given the fact the City has already submitted the nomination of Woody Love. Mayor Dahlberg explained the Board requested the submission of nominations. Councilmember Stover explained two of the three seats on the Board of Managers are open for appointment from Hennepin County. She felt since there are two seats open in Hennepin County, they would be distributed around the various cities of the county rather than making two appointments from one city. Councilmember McCarty noted her agreement. Councilmember O'Neill felt the more qualified people who can be nominated, the better the end result will be. Councilmember Stover expressed her feeling it will weaken the support of Rascop or Love to nominate more than one person. She felt more thought should be given to this issue. Councilmember Stover stated she would prefer to make one nomination per year. Councilmember McCarty was in agreement. Mayor Dahlberg did not feel nominating more than one person would weaken either position. Councilmember Garfunkel felt by making more nominations, this would enhance the chance of someone familiar with Shorewood being appointed to the Board. Mayor Dahlberg commented the City may not be adequately represented if sufficient nominations are not made. Dahlberg moved, O'Neill seconded adopting RESOLUTION Resolution Making a Nomination of Robert Rascop to the Watershed District Board of Managers." Motion passed 3/2. Stover and McCarty were the dissenting votes.) NO. 97-114, "A Minnehaha Creek ( Councilmembers . . , CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MINUTES DECEMBER 15, 1997 - PAGE 7 8. PARKS Report on December 9, 1997 Park Commission Meeting Mayor Dahlberg reported on the joint work session of the City Council and the Park Commission which was held on December 9, 1997 (as detailed in the minutes of that meeting). 9. PLANNING - Report by Representative Commissioner Turgeon reported on the special meeting of the Planning Commission which was held on December 9, 1997, (as detailed in the minutes of that meeting). Councilmember Stover felt it would be worthwhile to follow the recommendations of the Planning Commission relative to the moratorium and review the criteria for PUDs. Mayor Dahlberg clarified it has been the official policy of the Council to retain the PUD as a tool which might be used under certain circumstances such as to reduce density rather than increase it. Councilmember Garfunkel questioned whether there are any situations in which a development would be required to have a PUD. Nielsen stated a development would not be required to use a PUD, it would normally be at the request of a developer. Councilmember Garfunkel asked the reasoning for a moratorium on PUDs. Councilmember Stover noted there are some properties which can be developed as PUDs if a request were to be made. Nielsen felt there should be a moratorium given the statements of the Council. Councilmember O'Neill suggested referring this matter to the Planning Commission for a list of concerns which they feel should be addressed. He would like to see a list of specific problems which need to be addressed. Councilmember Stover felt the Council should provide the Planning Commission with the goals the Council would like to achieve or have available through a PUD. Mayor Dahlberg inquired relative to the City's vulnerability in the event a request for a PUD is denied. Attorney Dean explained even though there is a great deal of flexibility and discretion of the Council in reviewing and approving or disapproving PUDs, there are some standards currently contained in the ordinance which must be followed in determining whether to approve or deny a PUD. One of the concerns is whether or not those standards are appropriate and properly carry forth the desires of the Council from a land use standpoint. Attorney Dean commented if there is a concern about the need to have or not have a moratorium, the Council may want to evaluate and consider changing the standards in an environment when the City is not facing the potential that someone is going to make an application and the Council would be forced to apply the standards which are under evaluation. Mayor Dahlberg stated he would like to review the PUD criteria and felt it would be an opportunity to consider whether or not it may be problematic. He suggested referring this matter back to the Planning Commission to inquire what areas the Council should focus on. The consensus of the Council was to direct staff to request the Planning Commission describe in detail the areas they feel the Council should review. Attorney Dean explained a moratorium can be imposed after an application has been made. In addition, the Council could impose a moratorium at various stages of the review process. ,. . . CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MINUTES DECEMBER 15, 1997 - PAGE 8 A. A Motion to Adopt a Resolution Approving the Preliminary Plat - Mary Lake Woods Applicant: Location: James Wyman 24020 Yellowstone Trail Nielsen noted there is a recommendation from Engineer Brown for a Class 5 driveway, although the Planning Commission recommended against that type of driveway. Engineer Brown explained his position that if the City is required to maintain the NURP pond, then the City must have a means and a method for accessing the site with heavy equipment in order to do this work. Brown stated if the City is not to have this access, it would be his recommendation the homeowners association take the responsibility for maintaining the pond. Councilmember O'Neill inquired whether there will be a homeowner's association. Mr. Wyman was in attendance and explained he anticipates there will be a homeowners association and he felt the association would take the responsibility for maintaining the pond. Councilmember Stover suggested changing Item No.8 of the resolution to reflect that the fmal plat include a way to access the pond. Councilmember O'Neill suggested staff investigate the matter of the well with the DNR. Brown stated the well has been in existence for a number of years. There is nothing being done to cause a permitting process on the .well. Brown noted the well is being used to maintain the level of Mary Lake. Mayor Dahlberg expressed concern the final plan include a detailed description of how the NURP pond is going to be maintained. Mr. Wyman stated the other residents of Mary Lake requested the lake level be monitored on a full year basis. In addition, with respect to a rezoning of Lot 8, although there is substantial acreage, most of the lot is under water. Mr. Wyman stated there is no need to rezone it given the fact any kind of division of the lot would require a variance. Nielsen stated he did not feel the lot could be subdivided without significant variances being granted by the City. Stover moved, O'Neill seconded adopting RESOLUTION NO. 97-115, "A Resolution Approving the Preliminary Plat - Mary Lake Woods for James Wyman, 24020 Yellowstone Trail." Motion passed 5/0. B . A Motion Directing Staff to Prepare Findings of Fact Regarding a Conditional Use Permit for Special Home Occupation Permit Applicant: Location: Sondra Traylor 23115 Summit Avenue Councilmember Garfunkel excused himself from consideration of this matter given a potential conflict of interest. Councilmember O'Neill stated he is opposed to granting a Conditional Use Permit given the width and characteristics of the roadway. He was not in favor of increasing the business to .any degree, stating this site is not adequate for this use. Councilmember McCarty noted her agreement. Mayor Dahlberg did not feel he had enough information available at this time to take action on this matter. ,. . , CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MINUTES DECEMBER 15, 1997 - PAGE 9 McCarty moved, O'Neill seconded directing staff to prepare Findings of Fact denying a Conditional Use Permit for Special Home Occupation Permit for Sondra Traylor, 23115 Summit Avenue. Motion passed 3/0. (Mayor Dahlberg and Councilmember Garfunkel abstained.) C . A Motion to Adopt a Resolution Approving Zoning Code Amendment and a Conditional Use Permit for Self-Storage Facility Applicant: Todd Jones, representing Two S. Properties (MN Mini-Storage) Location: 19395 Highway 7/5170 Vine Hill Road Stover moved, McCarty seconded approving a zoning code amendment to Chapter 1201 of the Shorewood City Code relating to zoning regulations. Motion passed 5/0. McCarty moved, Stover seconded adopting RESOLUTION NO. 97-116, "A Resolution Granting a Conditional Use Permit for Self-Storage Facility for Todd Jones, representing Two S. Properties (MN Mini-Storage), 19395 Highway 7/5170 Vine Hill Road" Motion passed 5/0. 10. REVIEW AND APPROVAL OF LIQUOR, WINE AND BEER RULES AND REGULA TIONS FOR THE SOUTHSHORE CENTER AS PROPOSED BY THE FRIENDS OF THE CENTER Bob Gagne, Friends of the Southshore Center, was in attendance and explained the Minnesota League of Cities Insurance Trust does not exclude coverage for the serving of alcoholic beverages, however, the Center cannot sell liquor. A recommendation was made the sponsor serving the liquor be required to obtain a $1 million liability policy. Mr. Gagne stated in checking with various insurance companies, a $1 million liability policy can be obtained at a reasonable cost. McCarty moved, O'Neill seconded approving liquor, wine and beer rules and regulations for the Southshore Center as proposed by the Friends of the Center. Motion passed 5/0. 11. CONSIDERATION OF AN ORDINANCE AMENDMENT REGARDING NON-INTOXICATING LIQUOR Dahlberg moved, Stover seconded amending ORDINANCE NO. 327 regarding non-intoxicating liquor. Motion passed 5/0. Dahlberg moved, McCarty seconded authorizing Summary publication and approving the amending of the Official Summary of Ordinance No. 327. Motion passed 5/0. 12. CONSIDERATION OF A MOTION TO ADOPT A RESOLUTION MAKING APPOINTMENTS TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION Dahlberg moved, O'Neill seconded accepting the resignation of Planning Commissioner Jeff Foust. Motion passed 5/0. .. . , CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MINUTES DECEMBER 15, 1997 - PAGE 10 Stover moved, Garfunkel seconded adopting RESOLUTION NO. 97 -117, "A Resolution Making Appointments to the Planning Commission, " subject to the following amendments: adding Deborah Borkon as the fourth appointment to the Commission for a term through 1998; changing the first paragraph of the resolution to reflect the Planning Commission; deleting the statement "further resolved." Motion passed 411. (Councilmember McCarty was the dissenting vote.) Councilmember McCarty stated she was uncomfortable voting for someone whom she has never met or spoken to and, therefore, voted against the motion. 13. CONSIDERATION OF A MOTION TO ADOPT A RESOLUTION MAKING APPOINTMENTS TO THE PARK COMMISSION Garfunkel moved, O'Neill seconded adopting RESOLUTION NO. 97-117, "A Resolution Making Appointments to the Park Commission" subject to changing the first paragraph of the resolution to reflect the Park Commission. Motion passed 4/1. (Councilmember McCarty was the dissenting vote.) Councilmember McCarty explained she voted against the motion because a very competent, enthusiastic commissioner who everyone on the Council voted for five months ago was not reappointed and she felt this sends a bad message. Councilmember Stover noted her agreement with Councilmember McCarty's statement. 14. CONSIDERATION OF A MOTION TO ADOPT A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE 1998 BUDGETS AND APPROVING THE 1997 PROPERTY TAX LEVY COLLECTIBLE IN 1998 Stover moved, McCarty seconded adopting RESOLUTION NO. 97-118, "A Resolution Approving the 1998 Budgets and Approving the 1997 Property Tax Levy Collectible in 1998." Motion passed 5/0. 15. CONSIDERATION OF A MOTION TO ADOPT A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE 1998 CAPITAL BUDGET ** This item was deleted from the agenda. ** 16. CONSIDERATION OF A MOTION TO ADOPT AN ORDINANCE AMENDMENT ESTABLISHING THE 1998 RECYCLING FEE Dahlberg moved, O'Neill seconded amending ORDINANCE NO. 238 establishing the 1998 recycling fee. Motion passed 5/0. 17. CONSIDERATION OF A MOTION TO ADOPT A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING THE 1998 PAY SCALE Stover moved, McCarty seconded adopting RESOLUTION NO. 97-119, "A Resolution Establishing the 1998 Pay Scale." Motion passed 5/0. 18. ADMINISTRATOR AND STAFF REPORTS Staff Report on Development Monitoring Planning Director Nielsen noted there are no reports at this time. .~ l'. . . ,. ,. CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MINUTES DECEMBER 15, 1997 - PAGE 11 19. MA YOR AND CITY COUNCIL REPORTS Preparation for January 27, 1998 Open Forum Regarding Snowmobiles on the LRT Trail Councilmember Stover felt it would be interesting to obtain the residents' concerns in a passive setting. She suggested neighborhood meetings as a possibility rather than an open forum. Mayor Dahlberg stated the objective would be to hear from the residents who are impacted the most by the situation. 20. ADJOURNMENT Stover moved, McCarty seconded adjourning to Executive Session at 11:33 p.m. subject to the approval of claims. Motion passed 5/0. RESPECTFULLY SUBMITTED, Cheryl Wallat, Recording Secretary TimeSaver Off Site Secretarial, Inc. ATTEST: . 0' JA S c. HURM, CITY ADMINISTRATOR .