The City of Mankato City Council Agenda Feed

Monday, November 24, 2008 6:05 PM: Work Session

Thu, 20 Nov 2008 09:50:22 GMT

Meeting Packet (Large File -- PDF)

A G E N D A

NOTE: THERE IS NO PACKET

2009 Budget Adjustments and Recap

Public and City Council Comments on Other Issues

Adjournment

Monday, November 24, 2008 6:00 PM: Regular Meeting

Thu, 20 Nov 2008 12:55:38 GMT

Meeting Packet (Large File -- PDF)

1. Call Meeting to Order

1.1. Roll Call

1.2. Pledge of Allegiance to Our Flag

2. Recognition

2.1. Lifesaving Award to Jamie Dittrich (Citizen) and Officer Brett Roddy (Mankato DPS) and Officer Dan Forster (North Mankato Police).

2.2. Introduction of New City Employees

3. Approval of Agenda

4. Approval of Minutes

4.1. Approval of Minutes from Regular Meeting of November 10, 2008.

5. Public Open Forum (15 Minutes)

Those wishing to speak must state their name and address for the record after they reach the podium.

6. Consent Calendar

NOTE: All items listed under the Consent Calendar will be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items. If a Council Member wishes to discuss any of these items, they may ask that the item be removed from the consent calendar. Removed items(s) will be discussed and acted upon by separate motion.

6.1. Motion approving Wine and 3.2 Percent Malt Liquor at Northwoods Café & Grill, 1010 Raintree Road, Mankato.

6.2. Resolution Approving Mankato Area Hockey Association (MAHA) to conduct Lawful Gambling at Wow! Zone Family Entertainment Center, 2030 Adams Street, Mankato.

6.3. Motion approving taxi-cab license for Taxi Pro’s, 329 N. Broad Street, Suite 202, Mankato.

6.4. Motion approving bids for trailers, hauling, disposal & tip fee of lime by-product from Water Treatment Plan, Project #30168. (Low bidder Tom Borneke).

6.5. Motion to approve the purchase of replacement vehicles and equipment for the central garage, infrastructure and parks department.

6.6. Resolution adopting final assessment for Improvement No. 06092 and 06099, reconstruction of Lewis Street from Byron Street to Fuller Street and alley surfacing from Lewis Street to south between Wickersham Court and Center Street.

6.7. Resolution adopting final special assessment for Improvement No. 05068, reconstruction of Crocus Place from Main Street to north end.

6.8. Resolution adopting final special assessment for Improvement No. 6041, Sibley Parkway Redevelopment from Mound Avenue to Rogers Street.

6.9. Motion to approve Change Order Nos. 1 and 2 on Project No. 07085, Sibley Parkway, Phase 1 West.

6.10. Motion to approve Supplemental Agreement No. 1 on Project No. 07065, Stony Creek Estates sewer and water extension.

6.11. Resolution Directing Traffic Control: Install “Yield Sign” along Cameo Lane at Glen Ellen.

6.12. Resolution Directing Traffic Control: Install “Yield Sign” along Lincoln Street at Parson Street.

6.13. Resolution Directing Parking Control: Install “No Parking” both sides along Dellview Lane from East Main Street to 190’ feet southerly.

6.14. Resolution Directing Traffic Control: Remove the current resolution stating “No Truck Traffic” on 2^nd Street from Madison Avenue to Plum Street and allow truck traffic.

7. Public Hearings

7.1. Resolution Vacation of Part of Plum Street (1100 Block) and Alley Adjacent. By Request of Immanuel St. Joseph’s Mayo Health System, Thro Companies, and Bernard and Marlys Heller.

7.2. Resolution determining sufficiency of petition filed pursuant to 429.031, Subdivision 3, and ordering Improvement No. 08002, Miscellaneous Improvements as requested by benefiting property owners and Assessment hearing on Improvement No. 08002.

7.3. Assessment hearing on Improvement No. 07022, Utility services, storm drainage, grading, base, curb and gutter, and bituminous surfacing on Trail Drive from Doc Jones Road to approximately 900 feet north.

7.4. Assessment hearing on Improvement No. 07012, Construction of sanitary sewer, water main, storm drainage, grading, base, curb and gutter, and bituminous surfacing on Adams Street from existing end to approximately 1,000 feet east.

8. City Manager’s Report

8.1. Report on Coalition of Greater Minnesota Cities (CGMC) Fall Conference Legislative Agenda.

9. Reports of City Council Members

9.1. Traffic and Safety Committee Meeting Minutes from November 13, 2008.

9.2. Multi-Modal Transportation Committee Meeting Minutes from November 5, 2008.

10.Miscellaneous Business

10.1. Airport Commission Meeting, November 25, 2008, 7:00 a.m., Mankato Regional Airport.

10.2. Truth in Taxation Hearing, December 1, 2008, 7:00 p.m., Minnesota River Room (followed by Council Work Session).

10.3. Multi-Modal Transportation Committee Meeting, December 2, 2008, 4:30 p.m., Minnesota Valley Room.

10.4. Regular City Council Meeting, December 8, 2008, 7:00 p.m., Minnesota River Room.

11.Public Open Forum (15 Minutes)

Those wishing to speak must state their name and address for the record after they reach the podium.

12.Adjournment

Monday, November 17, 2008 6:00 PM: Budget Hearings

Fri, 14 Nov 2008 11:24:33 GMT

Meeting Packet (Large File -- PDF)

A G E N D A

NOTE: There is no packet

Central Services Budget

Capital Improvement Projects

Engineering Budget

Public and City Council Comments on Other Issues

Adjournment

Monday, November 10, 2008 6:00 PM: EDA

Thu, 06 Nov 2008 08:46:03 GMT

Meeting Packet (Large File -- PDF)

I. Call to Order

II. Approval of Agenda

III. Approval of Minutes

13 October 2008

IV. New Business

· Economic Development

1. Review and Approval of Request for City Center Renaissance Revolving Loan – 501 North Riverfront Drive. By Request of Steve Meyer Insurance Services, Inc.

Recommended action – MotionAuthorizingCity Manager to Negotiate Loan Terms and Conditions Per Adopted EDA Criteria and Execute Loan Documents. The motion shall be in affect for a period of 90-days

2. Motion Authorizing Executive Director to Negotiate and Enter into Lease Agreement with Greater Mankato Growth – Technology Plus Center

Recommended action – Approval of motion contingent on terms and conditions outlined in Option 3 of City Proposal

· Housing

3. Resolution Adopting New Dwelling Lease and Revised Admissions and Occupancy Policy

Recommended action – Adoption of the attached resolution

EDA

V. Reports/EDA Comments

4. Foreclosure Report – 3^rd Quarter

VI. Adjournment

Monday, November 10, 2008 7:00 PM: Regular Meeting

Thu, 06 Nov 2008 09:08:23 GMT

Meeting Packet (Large File -- PDF)

1. Call Meeting to Order

1.1. Roll Call

1.2. Pledge of Allegiance to Our Flag

2. Approval of Agenda

3. Approval of Minutes

3.1. Approval of Minutes from Regular Meeting of October 27, 2008.

4. Public Open Forum (15 Minutes)

Those wishing to speak must state their name and address for the record after they reach the podium.

5. Consent Calendar

5.1. Motion approving Mankato Curling Club Consumption and Display Permit (Bottleclub liquor license).

5.2. Motion approving DKR Inc., DBA Wow! Zone Family Entertainment Center On Sale Intoxicating Liquor license (Class New), Sunday liquor, and liquor license agreement.

5.3. Motion approving change order #4, for the reconstruction and extension of the Runway 15/33 at the Mankato Regional Airport.

5.4. Motion Approving Supplemental Agreement No. 1 on Project No. #07077, Parking Ramp Repairs at 210 South Broad Street.

5.5. Resolution Approving the Final Plat of Copperfield No. 3 Subdivision. By Request of Kim Born.

5.6. Resolution Approving the Final Plat of Jacob Estates Phase VI Subdivision and Resolution Vacating Certain Utility Easements in Jacob Estates Phase III. By Request of Rome Reichel.

5.7. Resolution Granting Certificate of Design Compliance – 501 North Riverfront Drive. By Request of Steven Meyer.

5.8. Resolution adopting final special assessments on:

(A) Improvement No. 03084, Reconstruction of Sixth Street from Madison Avenue to May Street.

(B) Improvement No. 05069, Reconstruction of Swiss Street from Madison Avenue to Belleview Avenue.

5.9. Motion to approve Supplemental Agreement No. 1 for Project No. 08009, 2008 Critical Links Sidewalks.

6. Public Hearings

6.1. Final assessment hearing on Project No. 07008, Construction of sanitary sewer, water main, storm drainage, grading, base, curb and gutter, and bituminous surfacing on Hazeltine Road and St. Andrews Drive within, R & R North Subdivision and, Project No. 07014, Storm drainage installation in St. Andrews Drive from Hazeltine Drive, south and east to the R & R holding pond, construction of temporary access road, and fill and grading of lots within R & R North.

6.2. Final assessment hearing on Project No. 05056, Construction of sanitary sewer, water main, storm drainage, grading, base, curb and gutter, and bituminous surfacing on Augusta Drive, Grayhawk Drive, Cog Hill Lane, LaCosta Lane and LaCosta Court within Country Club Estates No. 17.

7. City Manager’s Report

7.1. (A) Resolution Setting December 8 as the date for the Competitive Negotiated Sale of $8,915,000 General Obligation Improvement Bonds, Series 2008A.

(B) Resolution Setting December 8 as the date for the Competitive Negotiated Sale of $815,000 General Obligation Capital Improvement Bonds, Series 2008B.

8. Reports of City Council Members

8.1. Planning Commission Meeting Minutes from October 22, 2008.

8.2. Intergovernmental Youth Asset Committee Minutes from October 23, 2008.

8.3. Blue Earth County Environmental Services Advisory Committee Minutes from September 18, 2008.

9. Miscellaneous Business

9.1. Council Work Session, November 17, 2008, 6 p.m., Blue Earth River Room.

9.2. Environmental Committee Meeting, November 19, 2008, 4 p.m., Minnesota Valley Room.

9.3. Planning Commission Meeting, November 19, 2008, 6:30 p.m., Minnesota River Room.

9.4. City of Mankato/Blue Earth County Intergovernmental Committee Meeting, November 20, 7:00 a.m., Holiday Inn.

9.5. Regular City Council Meeting (followed by council work session), November 24, 2008, 6:00 p.m., Minnesota River Room.

9.6. Airport Commission Meeting, November 25, 2008, 7:00 a.m., Mankato Regional Airport.

10.Public Open Forum (15 Minutes)

Those wishing to speak must state their name and address for the record after they reach the podium.

11.Adjournment

Monday, November 03, 2008 3:00 PM: Work Session

Wed, 29 Oct 2008 11:37:39 GMT

Meeting Packet (Large File -- PDF)

A G E N D A

Review 2009 Budget Amendments and Levy Adjustments

Public and City Council Comments on Other Issues

Adjournment

NOTE: There will be no packet attached. For Review of Budget Document, please call Finance Director Dan Scott at 387-8670, stop by the Intergovernmental Center, 10 Civic Center Plaza (2^nd floor), or email Dan at dscott@city.mankato.mn.us

Monday, October 27, 2008 6:05 PM: Work Session

Thu, 23 Oct 2008 10:22:03 GMT

Meeting Packet (Large File -- PDF)

A G E N D A

MSU Off Campus Discipline Presentation, presented by Mary Dowd

Fire Rescue Pumper Replacement

Public and City Council Comments on Other Issues

Adjournment

Monday, October 27, 2008 6:00 PM: Regular Meeting

Thu, 23 Oct 2008 10:34:29 GMT

Meeting Packet (Large File -- PDF)
1. Call Meeting to Order

1.1. Roll Call

1.2. Pledge of Allegiance to Our Flag

2. Recognition of 2009 Calendar Photo Contest Winners

Photo Name Winner

Winter Wonderland Mary Kay Ash, SSND, Mankato

Riverside Erick Raygor, Lake Crystal

Train Station Hilary Roberts, Mankato

Moonlit Reflections at the Bend of the River Vicki Lauruhn, North Mankato

Hubbard House Garden Julie Thorleifson, Mankato

King of the Hill Bruce Poburka, Mankato

Courthouse Concert Charles Berg, Mankato

Racing Friends at Kiwanis Recreation Area Jason Bennett, Mankato

Light at the End of the Tunnel Brad Kerkow, Mankato

Pumpkin Patch Allen Schmidt, Mankato

Snowstorm at Highland Park Matt Brand, Mankato

Early Morning Jeri Clement, Mankato

¨ Mankato’s city calendar, a 39-year tradition, is a useful communication tool that features public meeting dates and locations, contact information, 24-hour service numbers and important key city service messages for residents.

¨ The annual photo contest encourages citizen involvement and showcases Mankato’s quality of life and spaces and places.

¨ The top two winning photographs are enlarged, framed and placed on the walls of the Intergovernmental Center.

¨ The calendar is scheduled to be released in the November 25 edition of the Home Magazine and will be available on Mankato’s Web site, www.ci.mankato.mn.us

¨ Special thanks to contest judge John Cross, photographer at The Free Press.

3. Approval of Agenda

4. Approval of Minutes

4.1. Approval of Minutes from Regular Meeting of October 13, 2008.

5. Public Open Forum (15 Minutes)

5.1. Chip Gay – Exercise is Medicine National Campaign

Those wishing to speak must state their name and address for the record after they reach the podium.

6. Consent Calendar

6.1. Resolution Approving Hearing Officer’s Findings on revocation of rental license at 719 N. 4th Street.

6.2. Motion to approve Public Works Department replacement vehicles and equipment.

6.3. Motion to approve change order #2, Well 15 WTP Expansion, Well 15.

6.4. Resolution Establishing Fees for Hauled in Wastes.

6.5. Resolution declaring costs to be assessed and ordering preparation of proposed assessment, and set date of hearing for November 24, 2008, for:

· Improvement No. 08002, Miscellaneous Improvements as requested by benefiting property owners

· Improvement No. 07022, Utility services, storm drainage, grading, base, curb and gutter, and bituminous surfacing on Trail Drive from Doc Jones Road to approximately 900 feet north

· Improvement No. 07012, Construction of sanitary sewer, water main, storm drainage, grading, base, curb and gutter, and bituminous surfacing on Adams Street from existing end to approximately 1,000 feet east.

6.6. Set November 24, 2008 as date of hearing for the vacation of part of Plum Street (1100 block) and alley adjacent. By Request of Immanuel St. Joseph’s Mayo Health System, Thro Companies, and Bernard and Marlys Heller.

7. Licenses

7.1. Review of rental license at 317 E. Cherry Street.

8. Reports of City Council Members

8.1. Traffic & Safety Committee Meeting Minutes from October 9, 2008.

8.2. Multi Modal Committee Meeting Minutes from October 7, 2008.

9. Miscellaneous Business

9.1. Airport Commission Meeting, October 28, 2008, 7:00 a.m., Mankato Regional Airport.

9.2. (Budget) Council Work Session, November 3, 2008, 3:00 p.m., Blue Earth River Room.

9.3. Multi-Modal Transportation Committee, November 4, 2008, 4:30 p.m., Minnesota Valley Room.

9.4. Regular City Council Meeting, November 10, 2008, 7:00 p.m., Minnesota River Room.

9.5. Budget Work Session (Capital Projects), November 17, 2008, 3 p.m. Blue Earth River Room.

9.6. Regular City Council Meeting (followed by Budget Work Session), November 24, 2008, 6 p.m., Minnesota River Room.

10. Public Open Forum (15 Minutes)

Those wishing to speak must state their name and address for the record after they reach the podium.

11.Adjournment

Monday, October 13, 2008 6:00 PM: EDA

Wed, 08 Oct 2008 14:47:19 GMT

Meeting Packet (Large File -- PDF)

I. Call to Order

II. Approval of Agenda

III. Approval of Minutes

8 September 2008

IV. New Business

Economic Development

1. Review and Approval of Request for an Economic Development Authority Revolving Loan – 3201 3rd Avenue North. By Request of Jones Metal Products, Inc.

2. Review and Approval of Request for an Economic Development Authority Revolving Loan – 77 Pine Street. By Request of M & A Rental, LLC - Matthew and Angela Johnson

EDA

Housing

3. Resolution Authorizing Executive Director to Enter Into Option for Purchase and Preliminary Development Agreement – Sibley Parkway

Recommended action – Adoption of the attached resolution

4. Resolution Approving Public Housing Agency Plan for 2009

Recommended action – Public Hearing required followed by Adoption of the attached resolution

V. Consent Calendar Recommended action – motion approving all items

5. Resolution Authorizing Amendments to the Housing Choice Voucher Administrative Plan

6. Resolution Authorizing the Adoption of Updated Payment Standards

7. Agreement with T-Mobile to Lease Rooftop Space for Cellular Equipment at Orness Plaza

VI. Reports/EDA Comments

8. City Center Renaissance Revolving Loan Job Creation & Retention Status

VII. Adjournment

Monday, October 13, 2008 7:00 PM: Regular Meeting

Thu, 09 Oct 2008 11:00:23 GMT

Meeting Packet (Large File -- PDF)

1. Call Meeting to Order

1.1. Roll Call

1.2. Pledge of Allegiance to Our Flag

2. Approval of Agenda

3. Approval of Minutes

3.1. Approval of Minutes from Regular Meeting of September 22, 2008.

4. Public Open Forum (15 Minutes)

Those wishing to speak must state their name and address for the record after they reach the podium.

5. Consent Calendar

5.1. Motion approving On Sale Intoxicating liquor license, Sunday Liquor, 2 a.m. Closing, and Liquor License Agreement for Rounders, Inc., DBA Rounders, 414 S. Front Street, Mankato, MN.

5.2. Motion approving Currency Exchange License for Pawn America.

5.3. Motion approving license to encroach at 629 N. Riverfront Drive (Mom and Pops Renovation & Addition).

5.4. Resolution Directing Traffic Control: Install “stop sign” along Paddington Parkway at Stoltzman Road.

5.5. Resolution Directing Traffic Control: install “yield sign” along Timberwolf Court at Timberwolf Drive.

5.6. Resolution Directing Traffic Control: install “yield sign” along Quinion Drive at Timberwolf Drive.

5.7. Resolution Directing Traffic Control: install “stop signs” along Power Drive at North Victory Drive.

5.8. Resolution Directing Traffic Control: install “stop signs” along Sohler Drive at North Victory Drive.

5.9. Motion approving Change Order #4, water treatment plant expansion, Contract B, Filtration System and Plant Modifications

5.10. Motion approving Change Order #1, Hubbard House porch restoration.

5.11. Motion approving Change Order #1, Riverfront Park

5.12. Consideration of bids on Project No. 45114, Riverfront Park Trailhead Building.

5.13. Motion authorizing City Manager to execute an agreement with Bolton & Menk, Inc for onsite professional engineering services in conjunction with the water treatment plant expansion, contract B

5.14. Motion authorizing City Manger to execute Task Order #23 with Earth Tech for continued construction-related services in conjunction with the water treatment plant expansion, Contract B.

5.15. Resolution Granting Conditional Use Permit to Allow Apartments or Dwellings Located Above and Ground Floor and Approving Certificate of Design Compliance – 225 Madison Avenue, 824 North Broad Street, and 826 North Broad Street. By Request of Kent Bauer.

5.16. Resolution Approving the Final Plat of Birkdale Commercial Center. By Request of Jonathon Kietzer.

5.17. Resolution Annexing Property Under Joint Resolution with Mankato Township (MNDOT Regional Facility). By request of the Minnesota Department of Transportation.

5.18. Resolution adopting final special assessments on:

(A) Improvement No. 03089, Reconstruction of Dolph Road from Iota Avenue to Malin Street

(B) Improvement No. 06088, Reconstruction of Moreland Avenue from Baker Avenue to Carney Avenue

(C) Improvement No. 07035, Reconstruction of Warren Street from Davis Street to Coy Street and sidewalk construction to Highland Park

5.19. Resolution declaring costs to be assessed and ordering preparation of proposed assessment, and set date of hearing for November 10, 2008, for:

· Project No. 07008, Construction of sanitary sewer, water main , storm drainage, grading, base, curb and gutter, and bituminous surfacing on Hazeltine Road and St. Andrews Drive within, R & R North Subdivision

· Project No. 07014, Storm drainage installation in St. Andrews Drive from Hazeltine Drive, south and east to the R & R holding pond, construction of temporary access road, and fill and grading of lots within R & R North

· Project No. 05056, Construction of sanitary sewer, water main, storm drainage, grading, base, curb and gutter, and bituminous surfacing on Augusta Drive, Grayhawk Drive, Cog Hill Lane, LaCosta Lane and LaCosta Court within Country Club Estates No. 17.

5.20. Motion extending towing contract for one year to Affordable Towing.

6. Public Hearings

6.1. Ordinance Amending Sections 2.46 and 10.82 of the Mankato City Code by the Adoption of the Heritage Preservation Commission and Ordinance. By Request of the Planning Agency.

6.2. Ordinance Rezoning 820 Thompson Ravine Road from T, Transition, To R-1, One-Family Dwelling District. By Request of Terry Sullens and Heidi Heath.

6.3. Ordinance Rezoning Property from T, Transition District, to R-1, One-Family Dwelling District – 823 Thompson Ravine Road. By Request of WM Specialty Mortgage, LLC.

6.4. Ordinance Rezoning Property from T, Transition District, to R-1, One-Family Dwelling District, and Resolution Approving the Final Plat of ISD No. 77 Subdivision. By Request of Edward Goebel.

6.5. Ordinance Rezoning Property from T, Transition, to R-1, One-Family Dwelling District, Resolution Approving Final Plat of Gumo Subdivision. By Request of the Thro Company.

6.6. Resolution Granting Variance from Section 10.45, Subdivision 6A of the City Code to reduce the required corner-side yard setback from 15 feet to 10 feet and from Section 10.45 Subdivision 8 to increase the maximum ground coverage from 50% to 59.3%. The variance is being requested in order to construct a 44’ x 28’ office building at 501 North Riverfront Drive. By Request of Steven Meyer.

6.7. Resolution Granting Variances from Section 10.63, Subdivision 6A of the City Code to reduce the required front yard setback to impervious surface from 15 feet to 6 feet and from Section 10.63, Subdivision 6A of the City Code to reduce the required front yard setback from 30 feet to 0.2 feet. The variances are being requested in order to construct a driveway and a 24’ x 80’ building at 200 West Ruth Street. By Request of Steven Kleinschmidt.

6.8. Final assessment hearing on Improvement No. 07023, Construction of sanitary sewer, water main, storm drainage, grading, base, curb and gutter, and bituminous surfacing on Sienna Circle and Sienna Court within Rosewood Subdivision, Phase 3.

6.9. Final assessment hearing on Improvement No. 07007, Necessary sanitary sewer, water main, utility services, storm drainage, grading, base, curb and gutter, and bituminous surfacing on Firestone Drive from North Victory Drive to 500 feet north.

7. Licenses

7.1. Review of liquor license for South Street Saloon.

8. City Manager’s Report

8.1. Resolution Extending the Conditional Use Permit for 410 South Front Street and Approving the Liquor License for Brad Miller, DBA Hazzard.

9. Reports of City Council Members

9.1. Region Nine Development Full Commission Summary from September 10, 2008.

9.2. Traffic and Safety Committee Minutes from October 2, 2008.

10. Miscellaneous Business

10.1. Environmental Committee Meeting, October 15, 2008, 4:00 p.m., Minnesota Valley Room.

10.2. City of Mankato/Blue Earth County Intergovernmental Committee Meeting, October 16, 2008, 7:00 a.m., Holiday Inn.

10.3. Planning Commission Meeting, October 22, 2008, 6:30 p.m. Minnesota River Room.

10.4. Regular City Council Meeting (followed by work session), October 27, 2008, 6:00 p.m., Minnesota River Room.

11. Public Open Forum (15 Minutes)

Those wishing to speak must state their name and address for the record after they reach the podium.

12. Adjournment

Monday, October 06, 2008 6:00 PM: Work Session

Wed, 01 Oct 2008 12:48:10 GMT

Meeting Packet (Large File -- PDF)

Agenda

NOTE: There is no packet

Towing Contract Renewal with Affordable Towing – Kent Reeves Request to Discuss

Status of Madison Lake Sewer Extension

Canadian Pacific Railway Purchase of DM&E

Public and City Council Comments on Other Issues

Adjournment

Monday, September 22, 2008 6:05 PM: Work Session

Thu, 18 Sep 2008 09:48:06 GMT

Meeting Packet (Large File -- PDF)

A G E N D A

South Street Saloon Occupancy Violations

Development of 2009 Budget and Potential State Deficit Strategy

U.S. Mayors Climate Protection – Sustainability Plan Update

Public and City Council Comments on Other Issues

Adjournment

Monday, September 22, 2008 6:00 PM: Regular Meeting

Thu, 18 Sep 2008 10:22:31 GMT

Meeting Packet (Large File -- PDF)

1. Call Meeting to Order

1.1. Roll Call

1.2. Pledge of Allegiance to Our Flag

2. Presentations

2.1. Lifesaver Award to Louis King and Alex Huynh

2.2. Tim Flaherty – Coalition of Greater Minnesota Cities (CGMC)

3. Approval of Agenda

4. Approval of Minutes

4.1. Approval of Minutes from Regular Meeting of September 8, 2008.

5. Public Open Forum (15 Minutes)

Those wishing to speak must state their name and address for the record after they reach the podium.

6. Consent Calendar

6.1. Resolution Approving Additional Election Judges for General Election on November 4, 2008.

6.2. Motion approving Application for Temporary Inclusion of Non- Enclosed Premises in the Licensed Premises for Boomtown, 1600 Warren Street on September 27, 2008.

6.3. Resolution Adopting the All-Hazard Mitigation Plan.

6.4. Report on Supplemental Agreement No. 1 on Project No. 06020 (S.P. 0702-118) Traffic Signal Systems on Victory Drive at Raintree Road and at Trunk Highway #14 south ramps.

6.5. Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute an Intergovernmental Joint Services Agreement with the Metropolitan Council for the Purchase of Transit Buses.

6.6. Recognition of donation by Mary Styndl and Vance Stuehrenberg to assist in the purchase of a TV set for the Department of Public Safety – Fire Bureau.

6.7. Motion approving purchase of mobility van for paratransit.

6.8. Consideration of bids on Project No. 07077, Parking Ramp Repairs at 210 South Broad Street.

6.9. Consideration of bids on Project No. 07056, Reconstruction of Byron Street.

6.10. Motion to reject bids on Project No’s. 08040 & 08044, alley surfacing projects.

6.11. Resolution declaring costs to be assessed and ordering preparation of proposed assessment, and set date of hearing for October 13, 2008, for:

· Improvement No. 07023, Construction of sanitary sewer, water main, storm drainage, grading, base, curb and gutter, and bituminous surfacing on Sienna Circle and Sienna Court within Rosewood Subdivision, Phase 3.

· Improvement No. 07007, Necessary sanitary sewer, water main, utility services, storm drainage, grading, base, curb and gutter, and bituminous surfacing on Firestone Drive from North Victory Drive to 500 feet north.

6.12. Set October 13 as date of hearing for the following:

· Ordinance Rezoning Lot 1, Block 1, Gumo Subdivision from T, Transition, to R-1, One-Family Dwelling District. By Request of Thro Company.

· Ordinance Rezoning Block 2, ISD No. 77 Subdivision from T, Transition, to R-1, One-Family Dwelling District. By Request of Edward Goebel.

· Ordinance Rezoning 820 Thompson Ravine Road from T, Transition, To R-1, One-Family Dwelling District. By Request of Terry Sullens and Heidi Heath.

· Variance request of Steven Meyer from Section 10.45, Subdivision 6A of the City Code to reduce the required corner-side yard setback from 15 feet to 10 feet and from Section 10.45 Subdivision 8 to increase the maximum ground coverage from 50% to 59.3%. The variance is being requested in order to construct a 44’ x 28’ office building. The property is zoned B-1, Community Business District and is described as the West 90.5 feet of the South 41 feet of Lot 5, Block 19, City of Mankato (501 North Riverfront Drive).

· Variance request of Steven Kleinschmidt from Section 10.63, Subdivision 6A of the City Code to reduce the required front yard setback to impervious surface from 15 feet to 6 feet and Section 10.63, Subdivision 6A of the City Code to reduce the required front yard setback any portion of the building from 30 feet to 0.2 feet. The variance is being requested in order to construct a driveway and a 24’ x 80’ building. The property is zoned M-1, Light Industrial District and is described as the Lot 132, Block 32, Dukes Park and Lot 4, Block 1, Dickmeyer Subdivision (200 West Ruth Street).

7. Public Hearings

7.1. Estimated assessment hearing on Improvement No. 08036, rehabilitation of Madison Avenue from Riverfront Drive to Seventh Street.

8. Licenses

8.1. Review of rental license at 719 N. 4th Street.

9. Reports of City Council Members

9.1. Multi-Modal Transportation Committee Meeting Minutes from September 2, 2008.

9.2. Traffic and Safety Committee Meeting Minutes from September 11, 2008.

10. Miscellaneous Business

10.1. (Tentative) Council Work Session, October 6, 2008, 6:00 p.m., Blue Earth River Room.

10.2. Multi-Modal Transportation Committee Meeting, October 7, 2008, 4:30 p.m., Minnesota Valley Room.

10.3. Regular City Council Meeting, October 13, 2008, 7:00 p.m., Minnesota River Room.

10.4. Environmental Committee Meeting, October 15, 2008, 4:00 p.m., Minnesota Valley Room.

10.5. City of Mankato/Blue Earth County Intergovernmental Committee Meeting, October 16, 2008, 7:00 a.m., Holiday Inn.

10.6. Planning Commission Meeting, October 22, 2008, 6:30 p.m. Minnesota River Room.

10.7. Regular City Council Meeting (followed by work session), October 27, 2008, 6:00 p.m., Minnesota River Room.

11. Public Open Forum (15 Minutes)

Those wishing to speak must state their name and address for the record after they reach the podium.

12. Adjournment

Monday, September 08, 2008 7:00 PM: Regular Meeting

Thu, 04 Sep 2008 13:39:59 GMT

Meeting Packet (Large File -- PDF)

1. Call Meeting to Order

1.1. Roll Call

1.2. Pledge of Allegiance to Our Flag

2. Recognition

2.1. Introduction of Volunteer Fire Recruit Class

3. Approval of Agenda

4. Approval of Minutes

4.1. Approval of Minutes from Regular Meeting of August 25, 2008.

5. Public Open Forum (15 Minutes)

Those wishing to speak must state their name and address for the record after they reach the podium.

6. Consent Calendar

6.1. Resolution Declaring Hazardous Building on the property located at 129 N 6th Street.

6.2. Resolution Annexing Property under Joint Resolution with Mankato Township and Resolution Granting Conditional Use Permit to Allow Church Expansion and Construction of Parking Lot in the R-1, One-Family Dwelling District - 105 Hosanna Drive. By request of Hosanna Lutheran Church and Thro Company.

6.3. Resolution Granting Conditional Use Permit to Allow Apartment on the Ground Floor in the Central Business District-Fringe, CBD-F - 526 S. 2nd Street. By request of Rose Dallenbach.

6.4. Consideration of bids on Project No. 08034, utility and surfacing construction on Carver Road from Madison Avenue to Blue Earth County Justice Center.

6.5. Motion to approve Change Order No. 2 for Improvement No. 07023, Rosewood Subdivision, Phase 3.

6.6. Motion to approve Supplemental Agreement No. 1 for Improvement No. 06065, Southview Heights Utility and Streets Improvements.

6.7. Resolution Directing Parking Control:

· Remove Resolution stating “No Parking” on the southerly side of Pleasant Street from Willard Street to Byron Street.

· Approve Resolution stating “Seasonal No Parking” from December 1 to April 1 along the southerly side of Pleasant Street from Willard Street to Byron Street.

6.8. Set October 13, 2008 as Date of Public Hearing for:

· Ordinance rezoning property to rezone property from T, Transition to R-1, One-Family Dwelling District - 823 Thompson Ravine Road. By request of WM Specialty Mortgage, LLC

· Ordinance Amending Sections 2.46 and 10.82 of the Mankato City Code by the Adoption of the Heritage Preservation Commission and Ordinance. By request of the Planning Agency.

7. Public Hearings

7.1. Ordinance Creating Section 16.15 of the Mankato City Code Imposing a One-Half Percent Sales Tax on Food, Beverages, and Entertainment.

8. Licenses

8.1. Review of Liquor License for South Street Saloon, 515 South Front St.

9. City Manager’s Report

9.1. Resolution Establishing a Preliminary Property Tax Levy for the Property Taxes to Be Collected During the 2009 Fiscal Year.

10. Reports of City Council Members

10.1. Appointment of Council Representatives to Southern Minnesota Women’s Exposition Center and Performing Arts Auditorium Planning Committees.

10.2. Planning Commission Meeting Minutes from August 27, 2008.

11. Miscellaneous Business

11.1. Environmental Committee Meeting, September 17, 2008, 4:00 p.m., Minnesota Valley Room.

11.2. City of Mankato/Blue Earth County Intergovernmental Committee Meeting, September 18, 2008, 7:00 a.m., Holiday Inn.

11.3. Regular City Council Meeting (followed by work session), September 22, 2008, 6:00 p.m., Minnesota River Room.

11.4. Airport Commission Meeting, September 23, 2008, 7:00 a.m., Mankato Regional Airport.

11.5. Planning Commission Meeting, September 24, 2008 6:30 p.m., Minnesota River Room.

12. Public Open Forum (15 Minutes)

Those wishing to speak must state their name and address for the record after they reach the podium.

13. Adjournment