City Council Minutes 10-27-2014MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING — MONTICELLO CITY COUNCIL
Monday, October 27, 2014 — 7 p.m.
Mississippi Room, Monticello Community Center
Present: Clint Herbst, Lloyd Hilgart, Tom Perrault, Glen Posusta, Brian Stumpf
Absent: None
1. Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance
Mayor Herbst called the meeting to order at 7:03 p.m. and declared a quorum present.
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
2A. Approval of Minutes — September 22, 2014 Regular Meeting
Tom Perrault requested Deputy Clerk Cathy Shuman to explain the purpose and content
of meeting minutes. She provided a brief explanation and noted that additional
information was included in the Council Connection.
TOM PERRAULT MOVED TO ACCEPT THE SEPTEMBER 22, 2014 REGULAR
MEETING MINUTES AS PRESENTED. LLOYD HILGART SECONDED THE
MOTION. MOTION CARRIED 5 -0.
2B. Approval of Minutes — October 13, 2014 Regular Meeting
LLOYD HILGART MOVED TO ACCEPT THE OCTOBER 13, 2014 REGULAR
MEETING MINUTES AS PRESENTED. TOM PERRAULT SECONDED THE
MOTION. MOTION CARRIED 5 -0.
3. Consideration of adding items to the agenda
• Left turn lane at River Street & Hwy 25 (Glen Posusta)
• Jake breaking on bridge (Glen Posusta)
• Home at 7 Fairway Drive (Glen Posusta)
• Fire Department request — Fire Chief Steve Joerg reported that the Fire
Department would like to conduct search and rescue training in the commercial
buildings at CSAH 751114wy 25 on November 3rd and November 10th. They will
notify the Sheriff s Department as requested by Council.
4. Citizen comments, public service announcements, updates
A. Citizen Comments: Beth DeBoer, Girl Scout troop leader from 8658 Eisele
Avenue NE in Hunters Crossing, would like to see a pathway connection along
Fallon Avenue to Pioneer Park. Girl Scout member Chloe Leach (3657
Brentwood Drive) and Madi Malley (8658 Eisele Avenue NE) also spoke about
the petition for a pathway connection and the dangers that might be encountered
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along Fallon when walking or riding a bike, and then presented the petition to
Council which was signed by many homeowners in Hunters Crossing.
B. Public Service Announcements:
1) Absentee Voting (11 /1) — Rachel Leonard encouraged the public to
consider absentee voting on Saturday, November 1 st at City Hall if they
cannot make it to vote on Tuesday, November 0. Hours for the election
on Tuesday will be from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. and city residents vote at the
Monticello Community Center in the gym.
2) Bertram Photo Contest Winners — Angela Schumann announced the
Bertram Photo Contest and displayed the winning photos for the various
categories. The winners were announced at a special showing on October
23rd at the MCC. Winning photos will be displayed in various places at
the community center, on the city website and in brochures.
C. Updates:
1) FiberNet/Blandin Broadband Community application — Jeff O'Neill
announced that the City has submitted an application to become a Blandin
Broadband Community, which would entitle the city to receive grant
funding to assist with underserved populations in the community. Jeff
O'Neill also commented on the recent internet upgrade for FiberNet,
noting that it is working very well and running at a much higher
broadband speed, which puts FiberNet in the 98th percentile for speed and
performance. FiberNet has also been able to lower some of their access
costs with membership in the Midwest International Cooperative
Exchange. Video channels have improved with the switch in service
provision. Jeff O'Neill commented on a newer firm, Truman Howel, that
has signed on with FiberNet and there are other businesses indicating an
interest in FiberNet.
2) Transit Update - Jeff O'Neill updated Council on the Monti Shuttle bus
service provided by Hoglunds A+ Taxi and noted that they are providing
about 25 -30 rides per day. They need to increase the numbers to meet
their goals. Clint Herbst suggested contacting businesses where people are
dropped off to see if they could put up information about the Monti
Shuttle with their phone number.
3) October Market Matching report — John Uphoff of WSB provided an
update to Council.
5. Consent Agenda:
A. Consideration of approving payment of bills for October 27th.
Recommendation: Approve the bill and purchase card registers for a total
amount of $685,241.07.
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B. Consideration of approving new hires and departures for City departments.
Recommendation: Ratify new hires and terminations for Liquor Store and
Parks.
C. Consideration of appointing an additional election judge to serve for the 2014
General election. Recommendation: Appoint Barb Berndtson as an election
judge for the 2014 General Election.
D. Consideration of approving an application for a temporary charitable gambling
permit for a raffle to be conducted by the Monticello Chamber of Commerce for
their Annual Banquet on December 5th. Recommendation: Approve the
application for a charitable gambling permit for a raffle to be conducted by the
Monticello Chamber of Commerce in conjunction with the Annual Banquet at the
Community Center on December 5, 2014.
E. Consideration of appointing a FiberNet Advisory Board member for a 5 -year term
to expire on December 31, 2018. THIS ITEM WAS REMOVED FROM THE
CONSENT AGENDA.
F. Consideration of approving a 60 -month lease for the city hall postage machine.
THIS ITEM WAS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA.
G. Consideration of accepting quotes and awarding contract for repairs to City Well
No. 3 and Booster Pump No. 4. Recommendation: Accept the quotes and award
a contract to Thein Well Co, Inc. of Spicer MN in the amount of $16,644 for
refurbishment of Well No. 3 and High Service Booster Pump No. 4.
H. Consideration of adopting Resolution #2014 -106 approving modifications of the
Tax Increment Financing Plan for TIF Districts 1 -36, 1 -37, and 1 -38.
Recommendation: Adopt Resolution #2014 -106 approving modification to the
Tax Increment Financing Plans for Tax Increment Finance Districts No. 1 -36, 1-
37, and 1-38.
I. Consideration of approving a farm management agreement of 40.17 acres at the
Bertram Chain of Lakes Regional Park. Recommendation: Approve a Farm
Maintenance Agreement with Mark Holker for controlled use of approximately 40
acres of farmland at Bertram Chain of Lakes Regional Park for one year.
J. Consideration of adopting Ordinance No. 603 amending the Monticello Zoning
Ordinance, Chapter 5, Section 1 - Use Table by redesignating "Personal Services"
as permitted use in the L -2 Sub - District of the CCD. Applicant: City of
Monticello. THIS ITEM WAS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT
AGENDA.
K. Consideration of authorizing purchase of ONT equipment for new FiberNet
customers. THIS ITEM WAS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT
AGENDA.
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L. Consideration of approving the annual Snow Plowing and Ice Removal Policy for
the 2014 -2015 snow season. THIS ITEM WAS REMOVED FROM THE
CONSENT AGENDA.
GLEN POSUSTA MOVED TO APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA WITH THE
REMOVAL OF ITEMS E, F, J, K, AND L. TOM PERRAULT SECONDED THE
MOTION. MOTION CARRIED 5 -0.
6. Consideration of items removed from the consent agenda for discussion
5E. Consideration of appointing a FiberNet Advisory Board member for a 5-year term
to expire on December 31, 2018
Brian Stumpf asked if this was the only application the city received as he wanted to
make sure Council was able to review all applications. Clint Herbst confirmed that only
one application was received. Candidate Jacob Kramer was not able to be present
tonight.
BRIAN STUMPF MOVED TO APPOINT JACOB KRAMER TO THE FIBERNET
ADVISORY BOARD FOR A 5 -YEAR TERM EXPIRING ON DECEMBER 31, 2018.
GLEN POSUSTA SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED 5 -0.
5F. Consideration of approving a 60 -month lease for the city hall postage machine
Glen Posusta asked why the City would need to renew the lease at this time if it's going
to cost the City to do that. Wayne Oberg explained that the city would be replacing one
lease with another one. The new machine will be able to do some things that the old
machine cannot do and are now required, such as the commercial postage pricing. The
old lease doesn't end until next March, but Neopost is willing to replace the lease now in
order for the City to get the new machine with the ability to handle the commercial
postage. The City does not have to pay a fee to buyout the old lease, since they are
replacing a lease with the same company.
Wayne Oberg explained that Neopost is a vendor on the state contract a-L-id this equipment
is available under a lease agreement for either 48 or 60 months.
LLOYD HILGART MOVED TO APPROVE THE NEOPOST LEASE OPTION FOR 60
MONTHS. TOM PERRAULT SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED 5 -0.
3.T Consideration of adopting Ordinance No. 603 amending the Monticello Zoning
Ordinance, Chapter S, Section 1- Use Table by redesignating "Personal Services" as
permitted use in the L -2 Sub District of the CCD. Applicant. City of Monticello
Angela Schumann asked to have this item removed so she could explain the Planning
Commission action which took place just prior to the Council meeting. Angela noted that
the three commissioners present recommended approval of this item.
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BRIAN STUMPF MOVED TO ADOPT ORDINANCE NO. 603 AMENDING THE
ZONING ORDINANCE SECTION 5.1 TO CHANGE TABLE 5 -1A BY
REDESIGNATING "PERSONAL SERVICES" AS A PERMITTED USE IN THE CCD
L -2 SUBDISTRICT, BASED ON FINDINGS IN PLANNING COMMISSION
RESOLUTION #2014 -107. LLOYD HILGART SECONDED THE MOTION.
MOTION CARRIED 5 -0.
5% Consideration of authorizing purchase of ONT equipment for new FiberNet
customers
Brian Stumpf asked if the purchase of ONTs is a necessary supply for FiberNet. Jeff
O'Neill explained that this unit is mounted on a home or business and used to bring
internet into a building from the street. These ONT's are intended for new customers or
to replace old equipment that is no longer working. Brian Stumpf asked what the life of
the ONTs are. Jeff O'Neill noted that the warranty life is about two years and many of
the existing ONTs are in excess of the warranty life. Jeff O'Neill stated that Dan Olsen
has indicated that ONTs sometimes last as long as 10 years.
Brian Stumpf asked which reserves are being used for this purchase; Jeff O'Neill said
that would come from Liquor Store balances.
Brian Stumpf noted that the Council Connection shows the gross sales for the Liquor
Store but not the net sales. He feels Council should be provided with the net sales so they
have a better idea what is available for reserves. Wayne Oberg commented on that,
noting that the Liquor Store nets over $600,000 annually.
Lloyd Hilgart asked if all houses have an ONT placed on them. Jeff O'Neill said only
those homes that receive service have an ONT put in place. There are homes that no
longer take service from FiberNet; the electronics are usually removed from the ONT
boxes to try and reuse the components. Jeff stated that he would check into this to see
how FiberNet is utilizing the components.
LLOYD HILGART MOVED TO AUTHORIZE THE PURCHASE OF 25 OPTICAL
NETWORK TERMINALS (ONT) FROM CALIX AT THE COST OF $9,375. TOM
PERRAULT SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED 5 -0.
5i. Consideration of approving the annual Snow Plowing and Ice Removal Policy for
the 2014 -2015 snow season
Tom Perrault removed this item because he had some questions on the policy. Tom
Perrault noted that Dundas is listed as a primary route and Chelsea as a secondary route.
Tom Moores explained that Dundas is a primary route due to the Xcel station which must
be kept open for service delivery. Primary routes are those that are likely to be used for
emergencies, for school routes, etc.
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Tom Perrault also asked about the chain of command and wondered if the City
Administrator would continue to be the main person to be contacted rather than the
interim Public Works Director. Tom Moores indicated that, although the City
Administrator is the main contact, he would also report to the Finance Director, who is
serving as Public Works Director. Jeff O'Neill noted that he is familiar with the snow
removal policy and is comfortable in continuing to be the contact. Clint Herbst
commented that he is fine with the way it is and would leave it up to staff to indicate if
they feel a change is warranted.
TOM PERRAULT MOVED TOAPPROVE THE SNOW PLOWING AND ICE
REMOVAL POLICY FOR THE 2014 -15 SEASON AS PRESENTED WITH
CHANGES NOTED IN RED. LLOYD HILGART SECONDED THE MOTION.
MOTION CARRIED 5 -0.
7. Regular Agenda:
A. Public Hearing - Consideration of adopting Resolution #2014 -108 approving an
assessment roll for delinquent miscellaneous accounts to be certified to the
County Auditor for 2015 payable tax ,Year
Clint Herbst asked if this was normal to have so few delinquent miscellaneous
accounts. Wayne Oberg explained that the mowing bills from this summer were
not presented in time to qualify for consideration on the delinquent roll this year.
Lloyd Hilgart asked if the delinquent charges to Maplewood Development from
last year were ever paid. Wayne Oberg will check into that.
Mayor Herbst opened the public hearing. As there were no comments, the public
hearing was closed.
GLEN POSUSTA MOVED FOR ALTERNATIVE #1 TO ADOPT
RESOLUTION #2014 -108 APPROVING AN ASSESSMENT ROLL FOR
DELINQUENT MISCELLANEOUS ACCOUNTS IN THE AMOUNT OF
$1,897.33 TO BE CERTIFIED TO THE COUNTY AUDITOR FOR 2015
PAYABLE TAXES. BRIAN STUMPF SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION
CARRIED 5 -0.
B. Public Hearing - Consideration of adopting Resolution #2014 -109 approvingg
assessment roll for delinquent utility billing accounts to be certified to the County
Auditor for 2015 payable tax year
Wayne Oberg presented the delinquent utility billing listing and compared this
year to prior years, with a slight increase for the 2014 total. There are 344
delinquent accounts averaging slightly over $400. Wayne Oberg displayed a
graph showing that majority of the accounts have a delinquency of $100 -$199.
Wayne Oberg noted that delinquent accounts are presented once a year for
certification to be assessed with the upcoming tax year and cover a range from
Quarter 3 of 2013 through Quarter 2 of 2014.
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Mayor Herbst opened the public hearing. As there were no comments, the public
hearing was closed.
BRIAN STUMPF MOVED FOR ALTERNATIVE #1 TO ADOPT
RESOLUTION #2014 -109 APPROVING AN ASSESSMENT ROLL FOR
DELINQUENT UTILITY BILLING ACCOUNTS IN THE AMOUNT OF
$144,941.92 TO BE CERTIFIED TO THE COUNTY AUDITOR FOR 2015
PAYABLE TAXES. LLOYD HILGART SECONDED THE MOTION.
MOTION CARRIED 5 -0.
C. Consideration of ap rp oving_plUgound design and specifications, accepting quote
from Webber Recreation, and approving development of the Hunters Crossing
Pla rye
Tom Pawelk explained that the Park Commission prepared a playground plan for
Hunters Crossing and he is bringing this forward to Council per request at the last
council meeting. Tom Pawelk described the plan that would include a play
structure, an open air shelter, and natural area with a walking path. There is
$85,000 budgeted for the Hunters Crossing Park.
Brian Stumpf asked what the developer paid for park dedication fees. Angela
Schumann explained that the developer donated the land in lieu of paying park
dedication fees. Jeff O'Neill noted that there were some park dedication fees
paid, but the Park and Pathway Fund balances have been used to supplement the
Bertram Park land purchases.
Glen Posusta asked how much input has been received from Hunters Crossing
residents as to the location and content of the park plan. Tom Pawelk explained
that the Parks Commission has worked on this over the last two weeks and they
have not surveyed the residents, although there has been some email contact with
a couple of the residents. Glen Posusta feels that this is premature to approve
development of the park until city staff has a chance present the plan to the
residents of Hunters Crossing. Clint Herbst cautioned on creating a plan based
only on current resident input. This park has been designed for a variety of ages
and uses, to last over many years. Glen Posusta also recommended looking at
placement of the equipment so that it is not too close to houses and thus could
generate complaints from adjacent homeowners. Tom Pawelk indicated that there
is some flexibility in placement and items could be moved up to 50 feet in
different directions. It was noted that the park will not be developed until spring
so there would be time to meet with the residents in Hunters Crossing prior to
installation of the play structure and other design features.
There was some discussion of improving Fallon Avenue and 85th Street and
whether that would affect the park or a future path connection. Tom Moores said
it would probably be several years out before Fallon would be considered for an
upgrade to an urban section, but an overlay could be needed in 1 -2 years. Clint
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Herbst asked if a pathway connection could be incorporated at that time. Shibani
Bisson commented that Fallon is scheduled for an overlay for 2015 in addition to
improvements on 85th Street and the pathway could be included.
Glen Posusta asked about the natural area of the proposed park. Tom Pawelk
explained that they would put in native grasses and maintain a walkway through
the area. This would attract butterflies and birds and they would not have to
mow. Tom Perrault stated that he would not be in favor of all the native grasses
and would like to see a small sandlot or ballfield. Clint Herbst commented that it
would save time on mowing and reduce the number of outside users of the park if
they put in a natural area rather than a ballfield. The idea would be to create a
playground similar to River Mill Park.
CLINT HERBST MOVED FOR ALTERNATIVE #1 APPROVING PLANS,
SPECIFICATIONS AND PROPOSAL FOR DEVELOPMENT OF HUNTERS
CROSSING PARK; ACCEPTING THE STATE CONTRACT QUOTE FROM
WEBBER RECREATION FOR PURCHASE OF MIRACLE PLAYGROUND
EQUIPMENT WITH A CASH DISCOUNT; AND AUTHORIZING
DEVELOPMENT OF HUNTERS CROSSING PARK AT AN ESTIMATED
COST OF $82,874.33. PARKS DEPARTMENT STAFF WILL WORK WITH
WEBBER RECREATION ON SUPERVISED INSTALLATION OF THE
PLAYGROUND STRUCTURE AND CONSTRUCTION OF THE OPEN AIR
SHELTER IN 2015. LLOYD HILGART SECONDED THE MOTION.
MOTION CARRIED 4 -1 WITH TOM PERRAULT VOTING IN OPPOSITION.
Glen Posusta encouraged city staff to solicit input from the residents before the
park structures are put in place. Staff was directed to contact residents over the
winter season.
D. Consideration of adopting Resolution #2014 -110 approving a Cooperative
Construction Agreement with MnDOT for Hwy 25 South Expansion, State
Project No. 8605 -50
Shibani Bisson introduced Claudia Dumont from MnDOT and indicated she is
present to answer questions. Shibani Bisson provided a presentation about the
Hwy 25 project to include widening to four lanes from Kjellberg's through CR
1.06/8.5t' Street intersection, a raised median separating lanes, a new full_ access on
Hwy 25 with protected left turn lanes to serve Kjellberg's and Featherstone, a new
traffic signal at Hwy 25 and CR 106/85h Street, sidewalk extension on the west
side of Hwy 25, grading of a future trail on the east side of Hwy 25, and turn lane
improvements on 85h Street and CR 106. Shibani Bisson noted that the focus of
her presentation is on the latter — the turn lane improvements onto Hwy 25 at 85th
Street. She noted that municipal consent for the Hwy 25 expansion project was
approved at the January 28, 2013 Council meeting. MnDOT is now requesting
the City enter into a cooperative construction agreement for cost sharing and
maintenance of the signal improvements and turn lane improvements on 85th
Street.
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The city cost share would be $103,328 for signal installation and $200,080 for
turn lane improvements at Hwy 25/85' Street. Glen Posusta asked why a
roundabout was not considered for this intersection. Claudia Dumont stated that
MnDOT does not favor high -speed 4 -lane roundabouts because it creates unsafe
driving situations with people crossing over lanes. Shibani Bisson explained the
proposed turn lane construction on 85a' Street consisting of a right turn lane,
through lane, and left turn lane. Although the turn lanes are not needed right now,
they will be necessary in the future when Featherstone develops.
Shibani Bisson summarized a staff meeting with Novak - Fleck, owners of the
Featherstone property, regarding a potential deferred assessment agreement for
future benefit to their property. After calculating possible benefits, it is proposed
that their share would be about 33% for signal and turn lanes, which would be
approximately $102,357. Novak -Fleck agrees that there would be a future benefit
to them and is willing to negotiate an agreement with the city. City staff would
work with Novak -Fleck on developing an agreement and bring that back to
Council at a future time for approval. Shibani also noted that MnDOT purchased
right of way from Novak -Fleck for the 85h Street turn lanes. The right of way
would have been dedicated by Novak -Fleck with development and has been
acknowledged by them at time of preliminary plat approval. The cost is proposed
to be assigned back to Novak -Fleck with the special assessment agreement.
Glen Posusta asked about a trail along the Featherstone property. Claudia
Dumont explained that the area would be graded and ready for completion when
the property is developed. Shibani Bisson pointed out that MnDOT will put in a
sidewalk along the west side of Hwy 25 from Kjellberg's entrance north to School
Boulevard and between Chelsea Road and the I -94 westbound off ramp.
Clint Herbst complimented Claudia Dumont on the I -94 reconstruction project by
MnDOT.
Lloyd Hilgart asked what was different between alternatives #1 and #2; Shibani
Bisson explained that alternative #2 would have the City negotiate fees for cost
reimbursement from Novak -Fleck at time of Featherstone development instead of
negotiating this cost in an assessment agreement now.
GLEN POSUSTA MOVED FOR ALTERNATIVE #1 TO ADOPT
RESOLUTION #2014 -110 APPROVING COOPERATIVE CONSTRUCTION
AGREEMENT #06675 WITH THE MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF
TRANSPORTATION FOR STATE PROJECT NO. 8605 -50 TO EXTEND THE
4 -LANE SECTION OF TH 25 TO 85TH STREET /CR 106, WITH THE
UNDERSTANDING THAT NOVAK -FLECK WILL ENTER INTO A SPECIAL
ASSESSMENT AGREEMENT WITH THE CITY DURING THIS PROJECT.
TOM PERRAULT SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED 4 -1
WITH BRIAN STUMPF VOTING IN OPPOSITION.
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Brian Stumpf stated he does not favor closing the access at Kjellberg's Park and
adding a new access to the south which would allow left turn lane U -turns on
Hwy 25.
E. Consideration of approving the Final Intersection Concept Plan and authorizing
WSB to proceed with Final Design for Hi way 25 /CSAH 75 Intersection
Improvements, City Project No. l 00009 (Z25/75)
Shibani Bisson indicated that the final intersection concept plan for Hwy
25 /CSAH 75 is the result of a number of discussions which took place over the
past months. The city identified reasons for the intersection improvements and
staff worked with the Transportation Advisory Committee, Wright County, and
MnDOT on preparing a plan to address these needs. The preliminary studies led
to development of a concept plan which was used to secure $1.7 million in federal
and state funding toward the improvements. Shibani Bisson gave a presentation
on the concept plan details. Meetings with Wright County staff and the County
Board identified four primary issues:
• Maintaining parking on Broadway (CSAH 75) west of TH 25
• Maintaining two lanes in each direction on Broadway (CSAH 75)
• Construction of improvements to accommodate future growth
• Using the federal and state funding secured for future improvements
A compromise solution was reached resulting in a final intersection concept plan,
which maintains parking on Broadway, west of Hwy 25. Two thru lanes are
maintained in all directions except westbound CSAH 75 west of Hwy 25. Criteria
was established that would eventually trigger a change to two lanes in that section
when the area is redeveloped.
Glen Posusta said he heard that the County was not going to contribute to the
project because the parking on Broadway was retained in lieu of a second thru
lane. He asked whether the county would eventually contribute to improvements
on CSAH 75. Bret Weiss explained that this has been discussed with the county
and specific criteria were developed for an agreement between the county and city
that will define when these improvements would occur. They will continue to
work on the agreement and present it to Council when completed.
Staff is asking Council to authorize engineering services for the preparation of
environmental documents and final design including preparation of final plans
and specifications. The project design will include: turning radii for trucks,
impacts to streetscape improvements, northbound TH25 to eastbound Broadway
right turn lane, pedestrian improvements /sidewalks, future city costs, and county
cost participation.
Shibani Bisson discussed the budget impact which is estimated at $2,246,000
including construction and indirect costs. It is anticipated the funding will come
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from the federal STP funds, state CIMS funds, state aid, and city and county
funds.
Shibani Bisson reviewed the construction schedule and noted that the project must
be under construction by July 1, 2015 according to requirements of the federal
STP and state CIMS funding. Wayne Oberg commented that development of
plans and specs are not covered by federal funding so the project would use state
aid funds for those costs. Shibani Bisson noted that the state will serve as the
conduit for the federal funds.
BRIAN STUMPF MOVED FOR ALTERNATIVE #1 TO APPROVE THE
FINAL INTERSECTION CONCEPT PLAN AND AUTHORIZE WSB &
ASSOCIATES TO PROCEED WITH FINAL DESIGN FOR HIGHWAY
25 /CSAH 75 INTERSECTION IMPROVEMENTS, CITY PROJECT NO.
100009 (Z2575), WITH A CAVEAT TO LOOK AT THE SOUTHWEST
CORNER OF THE INTERSECTION TO DESIGN A SMOOTHER TURNING
RATIO FOR LARGE VEHICLES. GLEN POSUSTA SECONDED THE
MOTION. MOTION CARRIED 5 -0.
8. Added items
• Left turn lane at River Street & Hwy 25 - Glen Posusta asked Shibani Bisson
about the pylons that were put in. Shibani Bisson noted that they should be
removed by now. A citizen had also commented about the length of time for the
traffic signal to change. Lloyd Hilgart indicated that southbound traffic crossing
the bridge is backing up into the left turn lane for northbound traffic because
vehicles are stacking into two lanes as they did when the pylons were in place.
There was also discussion on striping River Street on the west side of TH 25 to
delineate the lanes better. Shibani Bisson will review these items.
• Jake breaking on bridge - Glen Posusta stated he contacted the Sheriff's
Department and reminded them to monitor this.
• Home at 7 Fairway Drive - Glen Posusta requested Ron Hackenmueller to
comment on the nuisance situation at this home. Ron indicated that he has been
in touch with Captain Dan Anselment and is working on finishing up the nuisance
clean-up. Glen Posusta wanted to know if there was any improvement. Ron will
check it out tomorrow and noted that it is a long process.
9. Adi ournment
TOM PERRAULT MOVED TO ADJOURN THE MEETING AT 9:16 P.M. BRIAN
STUMPF SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED 5 -0.
Recorder: Catherine M. Shuman 4ffd1--'
Approved: November 11, 2014
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