1994-10-03 CC Agenda/PacketALBERTVILLE CITY COUNCIL
AGENDA
October 3, 1994
• 7:30 pm I. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
II. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
III. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS
*Attached List
IV. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES
*September 19, 1994 - Regular Meeting
7:45 pm V. COMMUNITY FORUM : 10 Minute Limit
-John Vetsch: Curb Repair
7:55 pm VI. DEPARTMENT BUSINESS
A. ENGINEERING
-Bids for WWTP paving project
-I-94 drainage project
-Smoke Testing results
-Dundee drainage
-Hack's sewer
-Other projects
B. ADMINISTRATION
• #Financial Statement (September 16-September 29)
*Approve Bills (Check 4's 008B03-88201, P001153-P001157)
*Zimmer Brothers lease
-Speed limits on 50 St between La Beaux and Main: further
clarification
-Proposed amendment to JPA re: watermains
-Change Order 7 (9/23/94) re: 1992-11B Improvement Project
-Confirm staff hours
-Fire Hall referendum update
-Organized Collection update
9:00 pm VII. ADJOURN
UPCOMING MEETINGS/IMPORTANT DATES
October
4,
1994: Fire Hall Building Committee
6:00pm
October
4,
1994: Public Hearing: Organized Collection
7:30pm
October
10,
1994: EDA
7:30pm
October
13,
1994: PZ Public Hearing: Simonson Lumber
7:30pm
October
17,
1994: City Council Meeting
7:30pm
October
20,
1994: Park Board
7:00pm
October
25,
1994: Planning and Zoning
7:30pm
ALBERTVILLE CITY COUNCIL
CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS
October 3, 1994
*Approval of the minutes: September 19, 1994
CC meeting
#Financial Statement (September 16-September
29)
*Approve Bills (Check Ws 008803-B9201, P001153-P001157)
*Zimmer Brothers lease
MINUTES
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
OCTOBER 3. 1994
CIOUNCILMEMBER.S PRESENT: Mayor Mike Potter; Councilmembers Sharon Anderson,
Albert Barthel, Duane Berning, John Vetsch
STAFF PRESENT: Interim City Administrator Dale Powers, City Engineer Pete
Carlson
The meeting was called to order by Potter @ 7:30pm.
Berning/Anderson unanimous to approve agenda as amended.
Anderson/Barthel unanimous to apprt3ve the following consent agenda items
amended:
*Financial Statement (September 16-29)
*Approve Bills (Check Vs 008803-008820, P001153-P001157)
*Zimmer Brothers lease
*Minutes of the 9/19/94 regular City Council meeting
COMMUNITY FORUM
John Vetsch: (Vetsch stepped drawn from the Council table at this time to
discuss his concerns.) Vetsch discussed with the Council the condition of
the curb in front of his new house at 5618 Large Av NE. The curbing is
uneven due to the settling of the soil after the placement of the sewer
trunk line. Potter and Barthel stated that this is not a unique situation,
and that the City has paid to raise curbing in the past. Carlson mentioned
the fact that the City has a street, maintenance fund, and that, perhaps the
City could do several projects at the same time, maybe when Doug Psyk`s
contractor is in town. Vetsch said he is willing to contribute to the cost
of the reconstruction. Carlson cautioned the Council to clarify the
situation; work of the type envisioned for Vetsch should be placed in a
different category than a total road reconstruction that can be assessed to
the property owners. Vetsch needs a letter from the City to his mortgage
company stating what the City will do about the curbing. The Council
directed Powers to send such a letter.
(Vetsch returned to the Council table.)
Pat Adamski: Adamski addressed the Council concerning a situation involving
a telephone answering machine message left by Powers concerning Adamski`s
construction of a deck without the requisite permit. Adamski replayed the
answering machine message for the Council. Adamski's concerns were that the
message left by Powers was polemic; the City failed to respond to a request
for information about the derivation of building permit fees; a certified
letter was sent to him, instead of using first class mail delivery; and
that City Hall was not open., during normal business hours, when he came in
to pick up his permit.
Potter responded that, after Powers conveyed the entire situation to him,
he authorized issuance of certified mail to correspond to Adamski on this
issue.
Powers explained his side of the story, and, while apologizing again to
Adamski for his misunderstanding of the answering machine message, defended
his actions as proper and necessary to get a response. Powers further
mentioned that the reason Adamski constructed the deck without a permit is
that his neighbor put up a fence on the property line without a permit and
without his consent. Adamski agreed with this assessment of the situation,
and elaborated on the fence situation. Adamski concluded with the thought
that it appears that, if one doesn't get caught, one can get away with
anything.
Potter responded that the City lacks the staffing to properly enforce the
City's ordinances, and out of necessity relies on the goodwill and civic -
mindedness of the public to perform in a lawful manner. Regarding the
fence, Potter was unaware of the situation and indicated he would contact
City Building Inspector Kevin Mealhouse about the situation.
ENGINEERING
WWTP Paving Project: Former City Engineer Norm Gartner reviewed with the
Council bids for the paving project at the wastewater treatment plant
(WWTP). Six (6) bids were solicited, and two (2) were received: Aero
Asphalt and Buffalo Bituminous, Aero Asphalt was the low bidder; however,
Gartner recommended rejecting all the bids for two reasons: each bid came
in higher that the anticipated cost amount, and that Powers indicated that
mere may be additional paving projects in 1995 that could be combined with
this project, resulting in a lower per unit cost of the projects.
Berning/Anderson unanimous to reject all bids for the WWTP paving project.
I-94 Drainage Project: Carlson reviewed with the Council correspondence to
him from MN/DOT District Agreements Engineer Lori Vanderhider regarding
this project. Essentially, Vanderhider stated that, funding for this project
will be available in FY 1996 (commencing 7/1/95) and that MN/DOT"s share of
the costs will, most likely, be no higher than 25%.
Carlson stated that he could try to negotiate a higher participation level
out of MN/DOT, but the amount of documentation required, when combined with
the tenuous nature of state funding, leads Carlson to believe the City
would be better served by working with the 25% MN/DOT participation amount.
Potter agreed,, citing documentation requirements, and mentioned that he was
asked by the Frankfort Township engineer what the City is asking for in the
way of Frankfort's participation. Potter mentioned that the City should
negotiate with Frankfort for a mutually agreeable participation level.
Carlson responded by stating that, while Frankfort's participation would be
preferable, the City should proceed with the project irrespective of any
other pending cost -sharing arrangements. Carlson noted that the time spent
in negotiating with Frankfort could cause MN/DOT to pull their funding for
the project, resulting in no net financial gain for the City.
When asked by the Council when construction could begin, Carlson responded
by saying it could start, at, the earliest, in spring -to -early summer 1995.
Sanitary Sewer Smoke Test, Summary: Carlson reviewed with the Council the
summary of the smoke test results of 9/14/94. Powers stated that the
private property owners have been notified of the concerns and the
requirement to correct the deficiencies. Ken had been previously instructed
to seal the manhole on Lander Av NE adjacent to City Park.
Dundee drainage: Carlson reviewed with the Council the drainage map
submitted by Meyer-Rohlin on behalf of Jerry Theis of Dundee Nursery
affecting the property between Main Av/Lander Av and 55/54 Sts. Carlson
feels the drainage plan is unrealistic due to the flat grades on the swale.
Powers informed the Council that Carlson discussed this issue last week
with Theis, and that Theis was disappointed that Carlson would not do any
"ad -hoc" engineering for him. Carlson agrees with the first of two points
in correspondence to Theis from Thore Meyer of Meyer-Rohlin, but the
elevations on the print are not accurate, leading to the insufficient
grade. Carlson disagrees with Meyer on the second point of his letter
regarding assessibility of the project. Carlson feels that this dispute is
between two private property owners (Clemens Marx and Theis). This could
become a City issue if the property owners petition the City for relief, in
which the City could respond under the authority of Minnesota Statute 429.
Barthel stated that maybe the City should just, wait until Theis wants the
property to sell. Carlson responded that Theis is aware that no certificate
of occupancy will be issued on new residential construction on his property
until the drainage issue is resolved. Perhaps Marx should be instructed to
proceed with his drainage plan independent of Theis. Powers recommended a
letter be sent to Marx, with a copy to Theis, stating that this issue is
between the two of them and, if Marx and Theis can't mutually resolve it,
proceed on your own. The Council rejected that approach, and instead City
Attorney Mike Couri to correspond with Theis on this issue. Specifically,
the Council instructed Couri to advise Theis to submit an approved drainage
plan within 30 days or Marx will be able to proceed can his own.
Hack's sewer: Carlson discussed the situation regarding the malfunctioning
of the septic system at Hackenmueller-s groceries/Gas/Liquors at 11854 NE
62 St. The preferred installation plan would be for a 12" sanitary sewer
service that could serve adjacent properties to the east. There is a
question of assessibility. Stating that "assessing is a matter of timing",
in Hackenmueller's case the timing is too late, while for the other
property owners it is too early. The City is in a Catch-22 in that the City
can't afford to proceed with the project unless the property owners waive
their rights to notice and a hearing, while the majority of property owners
are not ready to develop their land and, consequently, may be averse to
foregoing those rights.
The Council discussed with Carlson the cost estimates for the project.
Carlson indicated that the costs were assuming wet soil conditions, and
that if the soil is dryer than anticipated the costs should be adjusted
accordingly. Potter stated that the property owners are aware that the
sewer service will increase their property values, so there should not be
much opposition to any assessment costs. Powers was directed by the Council
to set up a meeting with the property owners to discuss the "sewer only"
option.
I-94/CSAH 19 feasibility study: Carlson advised the Council that the Wright
County Transportation Study will be completed soon, and their findings will
have an impact on this issue. This is due to the fact that the property in
question contains a "Type 3" wetland, which mandates a policy hierarchy of
avoidance -mitigation -replacement. If the transportation study shows no
significant need for a full -service access at I-94/CSAH 19, DNR most likely
will not allow construction of the off -ramp and interior road network.
Carlson further stated that, even with a positive response from Wright
County, there are significant hurdles to overcome. MN/DOT requires a one -
mile separation between interchanges on its rural network, and the distance
between CSAH 19 and CSAH 37 is nine -tenths (.9) of a mile. Carlson
intimated that the City may have to give up the interchange, or part of it,
at CSAH 37. The effect this treatment will have on traffic patterns will
have to be part of any environmental assessment worksheet (EAW) study. When
asked by the Council when and how long the EAW study will take, Carlson
relied that, if the study were to start. 11/1/94, it would take at least
until 6/95 to complete.
Vetsch stated a concern that the City needs to know how the CSAH 37
interchange will be affected before committing tot, he CSAH 19 interchange
plan. Carlson replied that, the EAW study needs to analyze all potential
situations that could impact traffic flow, so as to be able to answer
questions from the public on this issue.
Skin patching at Westwind: Carlson mentioned that City Public Works Working
Foreman Ken Lindsay was interested in performing some skin patching of some
of the local road network in the Westwind area, Carlson stated that this
action would not be a waste of money, and that, from what he has seen of
past skin patching Ken has done a good job.
Other engineering issues: Potter asked Carlson about the condition of the
land around Psyk's 6th addition, stating that it appeared to be quite wet
out there. Carlson replied that the soil was worked on last. Thursday
through Saturday, then farmed for two days after that, The soils.did not
pass roll testing, and that for the roads the soil is too wet, for any class
5 to be laid down. A possible solution would be to scrape off some of the
top "muck" to reveal a stable soil surface for class 5 and eventual paving
and curbing.
ADMINISTRATION
Speed limits: a clarification: Powers reviewed with the Council
correspondence to him from MN/DOT District Traffic Engineer Anthony J.
Kempenich concerning speed limits on 50 St, The letter states that the
previous conclusion (treat the roadway meets urban district criteria and,
therefore, can be posted at 30 MPH) covered only the section of 50 St under
the City's jurisdiction (between Main and Mac Iver Av's), The section of 50
St that is also known as CSAH 35 was authorized at, 45 MPH under a separate
study performed earlier.
Proposed amendment to JPA re: watermains: Powers reviewed with the Council
the proposed amendment to the Joint, Powers Agreement establishing a
regional water service. This amendment would transfer ownership of each
member's watermains to Joint Powers, establish a depreciated surplus
account for future watermain replacement, and prepare and present a five
year capital improvement plan. Council discussion centered on the
inappropriateness of the City agreeing with this amendment due to the fact
that it benefits one member jurisdiction only. The amendment was never
formally brought up for a vote.
Change Order # 7 for the 1992-11B Improvement Project: Gartner discussed
this change order and the reasons for the change. Part, of the problem,
according to Gartner, was incorrect information contained on 15 year old
prints of the project area. Vetsch mentioned that the City should not have
to pay for costs associated with bad information provided by the City
engineer. Powers asked Carlson to put this into perspective., and asked
whether the final cost overrun of 1.08% is normal, high, or low for a
project of this type. Carlson responded by saying that, assuming there were
no substantive changes to the project, the cost, overrun seemed within the
range of respectability.
Anderson/Barthel unanimous to approve, with reservations, Change Order # 7
for Project 1992-11B.
Staff Hours: Potter and Berning wished to discuss with Powers reported
incidents of staying late at, the office and occurrences of no staffing
during normal office hours at City Hall. Both elected officials had
concerns about overtime. Powers gave a reply to the situation that, due to
Council directives, there was an occasion that prompted him to stay until
10:45 pm one evening. This was due to leaving early the day before to
attend to a personal matter that needed immediate attention. Powers further
mentioned that, as a temporary employee, he has no vacation or sick time;
as a result, when personal situations arise treat, need attention, he has to
shift hours to meet the competing priorities. Anderson mentioned that
employees have to earn vacation and sick time. Powers responded to Anderson
by saying that, according to the City's personnel policy, vacation time
starts accruing at six (6) months, and he has worked seven (7) months.
Powers advised the Council, in addressing the "overtime" issue, that he had
requested of the Council the ability to work as many hours as necessary to
complete Council directives without being paid overtime. In other words, to
get paid the same weekly wage, but put in more hours for that same wage.
The Council turned him down. Addressing the reports of lack of staffing
during normal City Hall office hours, Powers responded that with only two
staff people at City Hall, rare situations occur that result in temporarily
closing City Hall for a period of time. Powers stressed that these
incidents were extremely rare, but are unavoidable. The Council was
satisfied with Powers" response to the situation.
Replacement Maintenance Department Worker: Powers discussed with the
Council the results of the interviewing for the temporary maintenance
worker position. Powers felt that all three candidates have their strengths
and weaknesses, but recommended to the Council the hiring of Mike Koch of
Albertville for the position due to the immediate needs of the City.
Barthel/Vetsch unanimous to approve the hiring of Mike Koch as a temporary
maintenance department worker., at a wage of $7.00/hour to start, with
performance increases of 50 cents a hours every other pay period.
"Turn Off The Violence": Potter discussed with the Council correspondence
from the Wright County Attorney-s office regarding "Turn Back The Violence
week.
Anderson/Berning unanimous to approve a letter to the editor on this issue
to be published in the North Crow River News.
Anderson/Barthel unanimous to adjourn @ 10:45 pm.
Mike Potter, Mayor
Dale Powers, Interim City Administrator
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CITY OF ALBERTVILLE
FOLLOW UP SHEET
September 19, 1994
DATE ACTION TO BE TAKEN PERSON
9/6 Review feasibility of extending sanitary sewer Pete
10/3 service to Hack's
9/6 Prepare a list of non -essential City equipment Staff
to be sold by means of sealed bids
9/6 Respond to David Eide's concerns regarding septic Dale
9121 and waste issues from Hack's
9/6 Prepare a preliminary environmental assessment Pete
for the area west of Co.Rd. 19 and north of I-94
9/6 Set date for curbside collection of leaves and Council
9/19 grass clippings
9/19 Get another price quote on the City's community Dale
profile publication
9/19 Get a quote on a mail slot for City Hall Dale
9)29
9/19 Get quotes on 1994 Audit Report Staff
9/28
9/19 Prepare report on lift station malfunction Maint.
q/23 Dept.
ALBERTVILLE CITY COUNCIL
September 19, 1994
Albertville City Hall 7:30 PM
PRESENT: Mayor Mike Potter, Councilmembers Sharon Anderson,
Duane Berning, Albert Barthel (7:45 PM) and John Vetsch, City Clerk
Linda Houghton
Mayor Potter called the regular meeting of the Albertville
City Council to order.
The agenda was amended as follows:
Community Forum: Norm Gartner re: parking lot at Wastewater
Treatment Facility
Administration:
(1) Add set public hearing to discuss organized
waste collection for October 4, 1994, at 7:30
PM to the consent agenda.
( 2 ) Pull ZiiTner Brothers 'ease from consent agenda
until documentation is prepared.
Andersonn made a motion to approve the agenda as amended.
Vetsch seconded the motion. All voted aye.
Berning made a motion to approve the minutes of the September
6, 1994, meeting as presented. Vetsch seconded the motion. All
voted aye.
Norm Gartner discussed the parking lot at the wastewater
treatment plant with the Council. To comply with City ordinance
the parking lot must be hard surfaced with curbing. Norm proposes
to subcut the base 5" and to use a 5" overlay of bituminous.
Because he anticipates that the total cost will be less than
$15,000, the City does not need to bid the item but can rather
obtain quotes from several blacktopping firms. If all goes well,
the project should be completed by the end of October. If the
Council wishes, Norm will proceed to get quotes on the parking lot.
Anderson made a motion to authorize Norm to secure quotes on the
parking lot surfacing for the Council to consider at the next
meeting. Vetsch seconded the motion. All voted aye.
Berning made a motion to adopt RESOLUTION #1994-13 entitled
A RESOLUTION TO CHANGE THE RATES FOR PARK SHELTER USAGE AND TO MAKE
SAID RATES NONREFUNDABLE. Vetsch seconded the motion. All voted
aye.
Potter made a motion to appoint Councilmembers Vetsch and
19erning to meet with the Planning Commission to discuss the
Possibility of creating an R-1 zoning district. Councilmember
Berning pointed out that Councilmember Anderson currently attends
the Planning Commission meetings as the Council liaison and,
therefore, only one additional Council member should be present at
the Planning Commission meeting. Potter withdrew his motion.
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September 19, 1994
Page 2 of 5
Potter made a motion to appoint Councilmembers Anderson and
Vetsch to meet with the Planning Commission to discuss a potential
rezoning from R-3 to R-1. Kerning seconded the motion. All voted
aye.
The Council reviewed the proposal from Thel en Advertising for
producing a brochure/community profile packet for the AEDP.. The
Council directed Dale to secure at least another quote on the
costs.
Anderson made a motion to approve the Financial Statement for
the period September 1 - September 15,1 994, as presented. Vetsch
seconded the motion. All voted aye.
Anderson made a motion toyapprove payment of Check #'s 8764-
8801 and payroll check #'s 1143-1147 as presented. Vetsch seconded
the motion. All voted aye.
Anderson made a motion to adopt RESOLUTION #1994-14 entitled
A RESOLUTION TO CHANGE THE PER DIEM MEETING PAYMENT TO MEMBERS OF
THE PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION, PARR BOARD AND ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY, AS WELL AS ADDITION CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS.
Vetsch seconded the motion. All voted aye.
Anderson made a motion to approve the Non -Intoxicating Malt
Liquor License for the Albertville Lionesses at City Park Park
Shelter on September 30, 1994, from 5:00 PM to 12:00 PM. Vetsch
seconded the motion. All voted aye.
Anderson made a motion tc approve the Non -Intoxicating Mal}
Liquor License for the Albertvillm Lions at City park on October
8, 1994, from 2:00 PM to 12:^G pm. Vetsch seconded the motion.
All voted aye.
Fire Chiet' Dave Vetsch reviewed the bids for the 2000 gallon
tanker truck with the Council. The five bids received are as
follows:
Central Sales
Apparatus $43,995.00
Ford Chassis 39,085.00
GMC Chassis 39,852.00
Clarey's
Braatz Apparatus 37,175.00
Chevy Chassis 40,950.00
International 44,542.00
Hoglund Bus Company
Chassis Only 43,059.40
42,501.94 -
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September 19, 1994
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43,043.23
Iten Chevrolet
Chevy Chassis 39,948.00
Toyne
Apparatus 46,095.00
GM Chassis 38,624.00
Vetsch reported that several firemen drove to Mabel, Minnesota, to
look at the apparatus supplied by Clarey's and found that the
apparatus was acceptable. Additional options to be added to the
base bid are as follows:
Roll -up Door 575.00
Hose Reel 1,500.00
Adjustable Shelves 350.00
Chi et Vetsch recommended the apparatus bid f the '�_ water tanker be
awa-rded t_C Clarey's Equipment f omrany in the b?se amoi-int of
,' 37, 175, wi *h the ,above additi oval i optons, for a tnt-a - e-o elf
$39,500. -- -
Chie± Vetsch recommended that Council accept the bid from
Hoglund Bus Company in the amount of $43,059 for the International
chassis, Series 4900. The Fire Department is making the
recommendation to purchase this chassis because this chassis has
better driver visibility, a shorter turning radius, and the radio
equipment is mounted within the truck.
Potter made a motion to award the bid for the purchase of a
2000 gallon water tanker chassis to Hoglund Bus Company in the
amount of $43,059.40 and the apparatus bid to Clarey's Safety
Equipment in the amount of $39,600. Total cost of the vehicle and
equipment is $82,659.40. Vetsch seconded the motion. All voted
aye.
The Council viewed the brochure for a drop box that Dale had
received. The Council directed Dale to get a quote on having a
slot inserted in the doorway entrance to City Hall before the
Council will make a decision on a drop box or slot.
The Council discussed a new fire hall. The Council viewed the
financing options as prepared by Springsted. Appendix 1 shows tax
impact on a $450,000 General Obligation Fire Hall Bond. Appendix
II shows the tax impact on a $460,000 Fi_e Hall Lease Cbligation.
Under tha general obiigatian bond, which is authorized by a
re`erendum vote, taxes are levied on the baois of Market Value.
This plans a larger tax burden on the res,.-?ential properties, but
l ow -r borrowing corta are incu_re;:'. . The ?ease Revenue Obligation
nn
Son(4 is ba•^kPd by annual lease ap rorriations. Since the lease
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September 19, 1994
Page 4 of 5
transaction does not require a referendum vote, taxes are spread
on Net Tax Capacity, which results in a smaller impact on
residential properties, but higher borrowing costs.
Councilmember Vetsch indicated that he feels the Council
should proceed with building the new fire hall under a
lease/purchase option that does not require a referendum vote.
He indicated that by holding a referendum, the project will be
delayed until next spring at the earliest. Both Councilmembers
Berning and Anderson feel that a referendum should be conducted.
Vetsch made a motion to have the City proceed with the
construction of a new fire hall without a referendum vote. Potter
seconded the motion. Vetsch and Potter voted aye. Berning,
Anderson and Barthel voted no., The motion failed.
Anderson made a motion to conduct a referendum on November 8,
1994, the date of the General Election, to determine if the City
should construct a new fire hall and negoitate the sale of $460,000
General Obligation Bonds to pay for the construction . Barthel
seconded the motion. Anderson, Barthel and Berning voted aye.
Potter and Vetsch voted no. The motion carried.
Anderson made a motion to set a special Council meeting with
a representative of Sprir_gsted to discuss the options of financing
a new fire hall for Thursday, September 22, 1994, in order to
prepare the ballot language for the referendum vote. Berning
seconded the motion. All voted aye.
Mayor Potter reported that he will be attending the LMC
Regional meeting at Cokato on Thursday, October 13 at a cost of
$22.00. Any other Council member who wishes to attend the meeting
should notify the office.
The Council received a quote from Pat Krause of Gruys Border
& Carlson for preparing the 1994 audit report. The Council
directed staff to get quotes from several other firms for the
Council to consider before a decision is made.
Anderson made a motion to set October 24, 1994, as the date
of the curbside collection of grass clippings and leaves. Dale has
located an area farmer who will allow the clippings and leaves tb
be dumped on his property. Berning seconded the motion
aye. . All voted
Berning made a motion to conduct a public hearing on Tuesday,
October 4, 1994, at 7:30 PM for the purpose of considering
organized waste collection. Vetsch seconded the motion. All voted
aye.
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The Council directed the maintenance department to prepare a
report on the lift station malfunction which occurred the evening
of Friday, September 9th to be presented at the next Council
meeting.
The meeting adjourned at 9:00 PM.
Michael Potter, Mayor
Linda Houghton, Clerk
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Minnesota Department of Transportation
District 3 .
1991 Industrial Pk. Rd.
Baxter, Minnesota 56401
Quality Service Through Individual Commitment
Pete Carlson
City of Albertville Engineer
SEH
113 South Fifth Avenue
St. Cloud, MN 56302
In reply refer to:
S.P. 8680-126 (I-94)
Albertville
Special Agreement
Dear Mr. Carlson:
(218) 828-2460
The above referenced project precipitated as a result of a failed tile line
in 1990. It is my understanding that a portion of the failed 18-inch tile
was replaced with an eight -inch the as an emergency measure. This project
was to provide a permanent solution to potential flooding in the City of
Albertville. Mn/DOT's participation in this project is based on our desire
to protect I-94 from any damage due to high water or flooding.
Three alternatives to address the flooding issue were identified in a
September 16, 1.990 report prepared by Hakanson Anderson Associates, Inc.
The City of Albertville had retained Meyer-Rohlin, Inc. 'to develop this
project. Delays in project development were experienced due to lack of
agreement between the City of Albertville and Frankfort Township as to the
proper fix and participation levels. In April of 1993 the City of Albertville
decided to move ahead with the project regardless of whether an agreement
could be reached with Frankfort Township. The alternative that Meyer-Rohlin
was pursuing was routing the flow south to a city system. On August 30,
1993, Meyer-Rohlin submitted a layout, computations, and cost estimate.
Comments on this submittal were sent to Meyer-Rohlin on September 20, 1993.
It is my understanding that part of the existing drainage system was
established or constructed by the drainage authority and that Frankfort
Township accepted ownership of the tile when placed. If this is correct,
the applicability of ditch law to the rerouting of this flow will also need
to be determined.
Funding for this project will be available in Fiscal Year 1996 (July 1, 1995
through June 30, 1996). Prior to beginning design a meeting should be
scheduled to discuss the agreements process as well as plan preparation.
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Pete Carlson
September 21, 1994
Page 2
Enclosed are several documents that give a history of this project. If you
have any questions, do not hesistate to contact me at (218) 828-2454.
Sincerely,
Lori Vanderhider
District Agreements Engineer
Enclosures:
Agreements Guidelines
Letters (3)
Layout
Comps >
Report '
Plan Sheets
cc:
City of Albertville - P.O. Box 131, Albertville 55301
Frankfort Township - 12239 NE 44nd Street, P.O. Box 113, St. Michael 55376
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❑ ST. PAUL. MN ❑ MINNEAPOLIS. MN `.477. CLOUD. MN CHIPPEWA FALLS, WI MADISON, WI
TO: Dale Powers
City Administrator
Albertville, MN
FROM: Peter J. Carlson, P.E. DTG
City Engineer
DATE: September 21, 1994
RE: Sanitary Sewer Smoke Test Summary
SEH No. A-ALBEV 9501.00
1
On Wednesday, September 14, 1994, a smoke test of the sanitary sewer was completed in the
following areas:
1. Main street between 54th Street NE and 60th Street NE.
2. Large Avenue between County Road 37 and T.H. 94.
3. Lander Avenue between 55th Street NE and 58th Street NE.
4. 60th Street between Lambert Avenue NE and Main Street.
Clear water inflow was found in the following areas:
1. At 5439 54th Circle, a sanitary sewer service cleanout was found improperly
capped. The home owner should be directed to cut off the cleanout approximately
l lh feet below the surface and glue a new cap on the cleanout.
2. The sanitary sewer manhole on Lander Avenue adjacent to the City Park is not
watertight, and is allowing groundwater into the sanitary sewer system. This
manhole should be sealed.
3. At 6041 Large Avenue, a private manhole containing a backflow preventor valve
is not watertight and is allowing groundwater into the sanitary sewer system. This
manhole should be sealed or eliminated from the system.
4. A steady stream of water is flowing from Don's Auto sewer service at 11438
County Road 37. During the smoke test, smoke exited the sewer cleanout but not
the building's vents. When water was turned on in the building, the water flow into
Mr. Dale Powers
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September 20, 1994
blockage or a break in the sewer service between the building and the cleanout.
The property owner should be directed to cleanout the service. With the service
clean, we should be able to determine if the steady stream of water flowing in the
service is groundwater infiltration.
The above described problem areas can be corrected relatively easy and inexpensively. Once
these problems are corrected, the wastewater flow into the Treatment Plan can be monitored to
determine if there has been an affect on the quantity of wastewater flow.
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c: Linda Houghton, City Clerk
Ken Lindsay, Public Works Superintendent
(G:1ALB E V\CORRISE-20A.94)
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AJ��' MEMORANDUM
❑ ST. PAUL, MN ❑ MINNEAPOLIS, MN ® ST. CLOUD, MN ❑ CHIPPEWA FALLS WI ❑ MADISON, WI
TO: Dale Powers
City Administrator
Albertville, MN
FROM: Peter J. Carlson, P.E. �fG
City Engineer
DATE: September 26, 1994
RE: Grading and Drainage Plan
Dundee Property
SEH No. A-ALBEV 9501.00
I have completed my review of the grading and drainage plan for the above referenced property,
and have the following comments:
1. The grades for the proposed Swale are too flat. It is very difficult for a Contractor
to grade a swale this flat and not create low spots where water will pond. A swale
with grades this flat typically will not dry out, thereby creating maintenance
problems.
2. This plan requires grading on property owned by others. An agreement would
have to be made with the affected property owner.
3. There is not enough information on this plan to determine if grading the lot as
proposed would create a drainage problem for the property to the north. Existing
elevations .of the property to the north should be shown.
The above stated comments should be addressed and the grading plan resubmitted for review.
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c: Linda Houghton, City Clerk
Mike Couri, City Attorney
(GAALBEV\CORR\SE-26A.94)
MEYER-ROHLIN, INC
ENGINEERS -LAND SURVEYORS 1111 Hwy. 25 N., Buffalo, Minn.55313 Phone 612 - 682-1781
September 28, 1994
Mr. Gerald Theis
16800 Highway 55
Plymouth, MN SS446
RE: Grading & Drainage Plan
Albertville, Minnesota
Dear Mr. Theis:
In reference to the September 26, 1994, letter from Peter
Carlson, City Engineer for Albertville, to Mr. Dale Powers, City
Administrator, a copy of which is attached, we would like to make
the following comments:
1. The proposed drainage swale is at the approximate grade that
has been in existance for many years. To approach the
desireable grade of 1% would necessitate the raising of the
swale approximately two feet at your rear lot line, resulting
in a blockage of the drainage from the abutting northerly lots
that currently drain onto your lot.
2. If the 1% grade criteria is to be followed, it would appear
the only solution would be the installation,of a catch basin
on the southeast corner of your lot over the existing storm
sewer. This should be installed by the City of Albertville
with the costs being assessed to all benefitted properties
that drain into this catchbasin.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Sincerely,
MEYEVROHLIN, INC.
'Phore Meyer
Profession Engineer
cc: Peter Carlson, S.E.H.
Dale Powers, City of Albertville
Mike Couri, City Attorney
File S-93270
Thore P. Meyer, Professional Engineer Robert Rohlin, Licensed Land Surveyor
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MEMORANDUM
❑ ST. PAUL, MN ❑ MINNEAPOL/S MN ® ST. CLOUD, MN ❑ CHIPPEWA FALLS WI ❑ MADISON, WI
TO: Dale Powers
City Administrator
Albertville, MN
FROM: Peter J. Carlson, P.E. k
City Engineer
DATE: September 26, 1994
RE: Sanitary Sewer Extension
Along T.H. 94 North Frontage Road
SEH No. A-ALBEV 9501.00
As directed by the City Council, I have completed my review of the sanitary sewer extension
along the north frontage road of T.H. 94. This sewer extension has been requested by the
Hackenmueller's, to serve their property on the north side of the frontage road, at the
intersection of CSAH 37.
A feasibility report, dated September 10, 1993, outlined the size and cost estimate for this sewer
extension. This sewer would serve all the property along the frontage road, as well as all the
remaining developable property currently within the City. The construction cost was estimated
at the time to be $50,000. In reviewing recent construction costs of similar projects, it appears
the previous cost estimate was low. The cost to extend the sanitary sdwer is now estimated at
$68,500.
An 8-inch sanitary sewer extended to serve only the Hackenmueller's property is estimated at
$35,000. Other property along the frontage road would benefit from this sewer extension.
However, these properties do not appear ready for development and, therefore, would be
difficult to assess any cost at this time.
Conclusions and Recommendations:
1. The cost to extend sanitary sewer to serve only the Hackenmeuller property is
prohibitive.
2. Other properties benefitting from this sewer extension could be assessed their
share of the construction cost. However, this assessment would probably be
deferred until development occurs.
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September 26, 1994
3. The sanitary sewer extended should be sized and constructed to provide service
for the properties along the frontage road, as well as all the remaining property
in Albertville north of T.H. 94.
4. A meeting should be held with potentially affected property owners to determine
what their time tables are for development.
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c: Linda Houghton, City Clerk
(G: W LBEV\CORMSE-26B.94)
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P.O. BOX 249, 1126 N. FRONT STREET
NEW ULM, MN 56073-0249
PHONE (507) 354-8517 WATS (800) 782-3557 FAX (507) 359-2890
WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
KEN LINDSEY
CITY OF ALBERTV=
PO BOX 131
ALBERTVILLE MN 55301-0131
Sample Description: HACKS
Report Date: 26 Sep 1994
Lab Number: 94-L19071
Work Order #: 19-2676
Account #: 060003
Date Received: 22 Sep 1994
Analyte Method Date Analyzed Result MDL
Fecal Coliform, MF 9222D 9/24/94 5000 per 100mL
ANALYSIS COMPLETED BY MVTL FOR FEED -RITE CONTROLS
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CITY OF ALBERTVILLE
FINANCIAL STATEMENT
September 16 - September 29, 1994
Beginning Cash Balance September 16, 1994 $433,616.86
INCOME (Sept. 16 - Sept. 29)
3.2 Licences 10.00
Building Permits 2,930.06
Dog Licenses 10.00
Reimbursement (Parkside) 2,504.00
Sewer/Storm Water 405.42
Special Assessment Paid 22,070.58
Title Search 20.00
Misc. (Postage Credit) 85.40
TOTAL INCOME 28,035.46
EXPENSES (Sept. 16 - Sept. 2.9)
Check Vs 8764-8801
& P1143-P1146
(approved 9/19/94) 36,197.41
PAYROLL PERIOD 9/7 - 9/20
Check # P1148 - Catie 24.00
Check # P1149 - Linda 810.70
Check # P1150 - Dale 708.71
Check # P1151 - Ken 881.70
Check # P1152 - Mike 612.50
Check #8802 - PERA 363.87
TOTAL EXPENSES _ 39,598.89
Ending Cash Balance September 29, 1994 $422,053.43
INVESTMENTS:
CD #9226 - Alb. Development Corp. matured 7/1/94
CD #8579 - matures 9/28/94
CD #8807 - matures 9/28/94
CD #9198 (Fire Dept) - matures 10/20/94 @ 2.68%
CD #9145 (Lions) - matures 10/20/94 @ 2.68%
CD #8925 - matures 11/30/94
Pi.per.-Jaffray Investments (8/31./94)
TOTAL INVESTMENTS
6,970.05
164,389.96
366,931.99
12,645.57
19,842.12
111,916.95
975,948.27
$1,658,644.91
CITY OF ALBERTVILLE
BILLS TO BE PAID
October 3, 1994
Check No.
vendor
Reason _
AMpunt
8803
American Nat'l Bank
89 GO Ref Bond
243.50
8804
Clarey's Safety Eq.
Repair Pumper
953.00
8805
Feed -Rite Controls
Testing
408.00
8806
Gopher State OneCall
August Locates
5.25
McIntosh, Kevin
94 Park Board Mtgs
105.00
8808
Meiny's Diggers
Repair water line
607.35
City Park
8809
Minnegasco
C.H. 13.57
19.02
Park 5.45
8810
Monticello, City of
July & August Animal 243.00
Control
8811
NSP
Street Lights
1,897.19
8812
Pitney Bowes
Postage Machine
43.00
8813
Precision Auto Repair
Repair Ford Truck
1,048.60
8814
Radzwill Law Office
September Legal
752.00
8815
Sentry Systems
Monitor Park Shelter 60.51
Alarm
881.6
United Telephone
C. H. 251.55
277.73
Park 26.18
8817
Valerius, Eugene
Mileage - Mabel; MN 97.50
881.8
Widmer, Tnc.
Payment #7 (Sewer
57,066.41
Replacement Proj)
8819
Wr. Co. Sheriff
August Police
3,710.83
8820
Wr. Co. Treasurer
2nd Half. Taxes
6,759.18
P1153 Anderson, Sharon
P1154 Barthel, Albert
P1155 Berning, Duane
September
Council
143.14
September
Council
106.05
September
Council
143.14
P1156
P1157
Potter, Michael
Vetsch, John
September Council
September Council
TOTAL BILLS
207.79
106.20
$75,003.39
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This Agreement, Made this day of 1994, by and benwen
the City of A1benW1k- parry of the first pan, Lessor, and Kenneth 2immner and Harold Vnvw,
parry of the second part, Lessee:
W7771+ESSEM, That said parry of the Jlrst pan. to consideration of the rena and
covenants heridnajter mentioned, does hereby Denise. Lease and Let unto the said parry of the
Second pan. and the said party of the second part does hereby hire and take Jt'om the said
of the first pan, Atfoilowing described premises, situated In the County of Wright and Stateo
Minnesota, as jbUows.
Government Lot 10, Section 36, Township 121, Range 24, Wright County, Minnesota, except
the South 520 feet therefrom, containing approximately '19 acne.
A schematic drawing of the property involved in this lease is attached hereto as Exhibit 'A.'
TO HAVE AND TO HOLD, The said premises just as they are, without any liability
or obligation on the part of said Lessor of making any alterations, improvements or repairs of
any kind on or about said premises for the term of April 1, 1995 from March 31, 1996, for the
following purposes, to -wit:
Agricultural production, said lease subject to the terms below
yielding land paying therefor the rent of nine -hundred fifty Dollars (5950.00).
And the said Lessee does covenant to pay the said rent in two equal payments to -wit:
The sum of $475.00 on or before the April 1, 1995 and $475.00 on or before September 1,
1995, and that said Lessee will keep and maintain the said premises during the aforesaid term,
and quit and deliver up the said premises to the said Lessor peaceably and quietly at the end of
the aforesaid term or at any previous termination thereof for any cause, in as good order and
condition and state of repair, reasonable use and wearing thereof and inevitable accidents
excepted, as the same now are or may be put into the said Lessor.
Lessee further agrees to give Lessor written notice thirty days before the expiration of
this lease of its intention to vacate at the end of this lease, otherwise Lessor will have option of
continuing this lease for one year from such expiration without notice to Lessee and on the same
terms as herein written.
The said Lessee will not rake or suffer any waste thereon or thereof, and will not assign
or underiet said premises or any part thereof without the consent of said Lessor written and
signed on the back of this lease. Said Lessee also agrees to replace all glass broken on said
premises during said term, and pay for all the city water used thereon during the same time, and
not to use said premises nor any part thereof for any hazardous propose, nor introduce any
hazardous chemicals or substances onto the premises.
And if said monthly payments, whether the same be demanded or not, are not paid when
they become due; or if said leased premises shall be appropriated to or used for any other
purpose or use than is hereinbefom specified; or if any liquor, gambling or any other immoral
Practices are allowed on said premises, or any damage or waste shall be made thereon; or if any
part of said premises shall be underiet or this lease be assigned without the consent of said
Lessor on the back of this lease as above specified; or if any term, condition, or covenant of this
lease on the part of said Lessee to be by said Lessee kept or performed, shall be violated or
neglected, then and in either of said cases the said Lessee does hereby authorize and fully
empower said Lessor or Its agent to cancel and annul this loam at once, and to re-enter and take
Possession of said premises immediately, and by force, if necessary, without any previous notice
of intention to re-enter, and remove all persons and their property therefrom, and to use such
force and assistance in effecting and perfecting such removal as said Lessor tray deem advisable
to recover at once foil and exclusive possession of all said demised premises, whether in
possession of said Lessee or of third persons, or vacant; to said Lessor or its agent may at its
option at any time after such default or violation of condition or covenant, re-enter and take
possession of said premises, without such re-entering working a forfeiture of the arts to be paid
and the covenants to be kept by Lessee for the full term of this lease.
The City of Albertville (*City) reserves the right to use the field road to gain access to
the well and rip wrap storage area of its wastewater disposal site. Lesee understands and agrees
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that than is a wastewater treatment site on adjoining property, that I come will be responsible
for any damage done to said property in the event that the Lessee's use of the demised property
extends beyond the boundaries indicated on the attar ed Exhibit 'A.'
Lessor makes no representation a to the total amount of tillable acreage, and Lessee is
relying upon its own inspection in connection with the determination of the same. The annual
rental is not based on an arsenate assessment of the total tillable acreage. Lessee will be
responsible for removal of all noxious weeds on the premises. Lessor is not responsible for any
damage to Lessee's equipment used in and about the subject property. Lessee shall cultivate said
premises in a careful and husband -like manner and shall commit no waste or damage to the
premises. Lessee agrees to indemnify and hold Lessor harmless from any claims by Lessee or
third parties resulting from the actions of Lessee or Lessee's employees, agents or
representatives on the premises.
AND II' IS MLrrUALLY AGREED, That all the covenants, terms, and conditions of this lease
shall extend. apply to and firmly bind the heirs, executors, administrators, and assigns of the
respective parties hereto as fully as the respective parties are themselves bound.
IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, Both parties have hereunto set their hands and seals the day and
year first above written.
CITY OF ALBERTVILLE, LESSEE,
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Mayor 7 Kenneth Zimmer
Clerk Harold Zimmer
State of Minnesota )
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County of Wright )
On this day of 1994, before me, a notary public within and
for said County, personally appeared Mike Potter and Linda Houghton, to me known to be the
Mayor and Clerk, respectively, of the City of Albertville, and who executed the foregoing
instrument, and acknowledged that have executed the same as their free act and deed.
Notary Seal
State of Mmnesota )
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County of Wright )
On this day of , 1994, before me, a notary public within and
for said County, personally appeared Kenneth Zimmer and Harold Zimmer, to me known to be
the persons described in and who executed the foregoing instrument, and acknowledged that have
executed the same as their free act and deed.
Notary Seal
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September 23, 1994
Mr. Dale Powers
City Administrator
P.O. Box 131
Albertville, MN 55301
Minnesota Department of Transportation
District 3
1991 Industrial Pk. Rd.
Baxter, Minnesota 56401
Quality Service Through Individual Commitment
In reply refer to:
Speed Zoning on 50th Street
in Albertville - Wright County
Dear Mr. Powers:
(218) 828-2460
I would like to provide additional information in order to clear up the
apparent confusion from my August 19, 1994 letter.
The intent of the August 19th letter was to address the speed limits on the
roadways under the City of Albertville's jurisdiction. The section of 50th
Street which is under county jurisdiction (C.S.A.H. 35) was authorized through
an earlier, separate study and was determined to be 45 miles per hour. Only
the section beyond the county state aid highway system was determined to
be an urban district and, therefore, the 30 mile -per -hour speed is appropriate
there.
We apologize for the confusion that this may have caused; however, there
was no intention to modify the speed limit on C.S.A.H. 35.
If you have any questions on this, feel free to call to discuss.
Sincerely,
Anthony J. KerWenich
District Traffic Engineer
cc:
Wayne Fingalson - Wright County
AJK:mc
An Equal Opportunity Employer
WATERIVIAIN REPAIR AND REPLACEMENT POLICY
History
The Joint Powers Water Board's original operating agreement and subsequent amendments do not
explicitly spell out a method or mechanism for the replacement of watermains. It appears the
ownership of the watermains was assumed to remain with each community. The opinion of
ownership of the watermains varies with each community.
The Board has been taldng responsibility for repairs to the watermains. The responsibility for
replacing watermains is a question that has been debated for several years. From a fiscal view,
the entity that repairs the watermain is the entity that should control the prioritization, funding,
and scheduling of watermain replacement. An entity that is charged with both the repair and
replacement can make a fiscally responsible decision to replace a failing watermain.
For the Joint Powers Water Board to have the responsibility to both repair and replace
watermains, the following items need to be created:
1. Depreciated Surplus Account.
2. Capital Improvements Plan
3. Amendment to Operating Agreement
Depreciated Surplus Account
A Depreciated Surplus Account is an account where funds are accrued to replace items that have
outlived their useful lives. In a utility system budget, one item should include depreciation of the
system. Each year the depreciation dollar amount should be accrued for the replacement of the
system. The Board is indirectly accruing funds for replacement of watermains.
Capital Improvement Plan
The Board needs to prepare a Capital Improvement Plan which would determine the annual
depreciation of the entire water system, identify system improvements, prepare planning level
costs for system replacements and improvements expected for the next five years. This plan will
be used as the basis for budgeting and prioritizing projects.
Amendment to Operating Agreement
Amending the Operating Agreement is essential in charging the Board with the responsibility for
both repair and replacement. It is also essential that this charge be accompanied with the authority
to determine what replacements are needed and when the work will be performed. The
Amendment would dilate that the Board establish a Depreciated Surplus Account and prepare and
maintain a Five Year Capital Improvement Plan. _
745/000-2617.wo
The Amendment should also explicitly address the ownership of the distribution system. It is clear
that the communities are corA=ned that the Amendment provide for equitable treatment of all the
member communities. An idea that may prove acceptable is as follows:
All water system facilities constructed since the origination of the Board are owned by the
Board.
2. Any watermains replaced by the Board shall then be owned by the Board.
3. If the Board is dissolved in the future, each community shall purchase the parts of the
water system contained within their boundary at present value, the Board shall satisfy its
debts, and the balance (whether asset or liability) shall be shared equally among the four
communities.
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AMENDMENT
TO AGREEMENT DATED AUGUST 1, 1977
REGARDING REPAIR, REPLACEMENT, UPGRADE,
AND INSTALLATION OF UTILITY SYSTEM
WHEREAS, the Cities of Albertville, Hanover, and St. Michael, and the Township of
Frankfort entered into a Joint Powers Agreement dated August 1, 1977 "Agreement"),
pursuant to Minnesota Statute Section 471.59, for the operation of a utility system; and
WHEREAS, the entity established by said Agreement is known as the Hanover, Frankfort,
St. Michael, and Albertville Water and Sanitary Sewer Board (hereinafter "Board"); and
WHEREAS, it was previously implicitly agreed between the Parties to said Agreement that
the Board would, at its expense, repair existing watermains within the utility system, and each of
the signatory parties would, at their own expense, replace, upgrade, or install new watermains
within their respective jurisdictions; and
WHEREAS, the Board and the Parties desire to change this implicit arrangement and
incorporate said change into the Agreement by means of this Amendment; and
WHEREAS, the Board and the Parties desire to explicitly define ownership of various
parts of the water system.
NOW, THEREFORE, it is hereby mutually agreed by the Board as follows:
Paragraph 14 of the Agreement is hereby created by adding the language below to read as
follows:
14. When deemed necessary by the Board, the Board shall, at its expense repair,
replace, or upgrade any existing watermain in any member jurisdiction.
14.1. The Board shall create a Depreciated Surplus Account and fund that account
through the annual budgeting process. The annual cost of depreciation shall be calculated
by determining the present value of the various parts of the system and dividing each of
those parts by their expected useful life.
14.2. The Board shall prepare a Capital Improvement Plan that prioritizes projects
for the next five years. This plan shall be prepared by the Board Engineer and shall use
standard engineering practices in evaluating each project's priority ranking. The plan shall
be updated at least every other year.
2. Paragraph _ of the Agreement is hereby (created/revised) by adding the
language below to read as follows:
All parts of the water system constructed as part of the
745/000-1617.scp
implementatian of the joint water system and the Board and all parts of the
water system constructed after August 1, 1977, are owned by the Board.
_. 1. Any watermain replaced by the Board shall be then owned by the
Board.
_. 2. Upon termination of this Agreement, the parts of the system owned
by the Board shall be purchased by the member community in which the
parts are contained. The Board shall satisfy its liabilities by liquidating all
assets. The balance, whether assets or liabilities, shall be distributed
equally among the member communities.
Dated: , 1994
Dated: , 1994
Dated: , 1994
Dated: , 1994
APPROVED BY:
CITY OF ALBERTVELLE
By:
Its: Mayor
By:
Its: Clerk
CITY OF HANOVER
By:
Its: Mayor
By:
Its: Clerk
CITY OF ST. MICHAEL
By:
Its: Mayor
By:
Its: Clerk
TOWNSHIP OF FRANKFORT
By:
Its:
Chairman
By:
Its: Clerk
745/000-2617.icp
CHANGE ORDER
Chance Order No. 7
Date: _ September 23, 1994
Original Agreement Date: December 21, 1992
Project No. L272094-01
OF PROJF.CT: 1992-11B Improvement Project
(Existing Sewer System Improvements)
O"'NERs City of Albertville
CONTRACTOR: Widmer Inc.
The Justification for this CHANGE ORDER is attached.
The following changes are hereby made 'to the CONTRACT DOCU1Lr_!;TS:
Cricinal CONTRACT PRICE $ 353,422.15
Current CONTRACT PRICE adjusted by previous CHANGE ORDER $ 356,971.90
The CONTRACT PRICE due to this C'r.: �-G E ORDE� will be
increased (decreased) by $ 3,810.00
he new CONTRACT PRICE including this CHANGE' ORDER will be' $ 360,781.90
The CONTRACT TIMM will be increased (decreased) by 0 calendar days.
The date for completion of all work will be September 8, 1993 (Date).
Approvals required prior to implementation:
Engineer's recommmendation,
by
date
Owner's order,
by
date
Contractor's acceptance, by
date7-
Approval stamp of Minnesota Pollu ion Control Agency (NPCA);
--ALL CHANGE ORDERS must be submitted to the MPCA.
?'MCA approval stamp is RF,QUIRrD if this CHANGE
ORDER alters the scope or objective of the
project.
MPC.A 2 / 8 2 5/84 1/89 Jo/So I _ I
CHANGE ORDER NO. 7
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Description of Change Order:
A. Because the jacking pit for the County Road 37 sewer crossing
had to be moved to the north side of the road due to a conflict
with the 12" watermain, the earthen materials excavated from
the jacking pit had to be stockpiled at the far end of Large
Avenue to keep access to the antique shop open and provide room
to work. This resulted in the contractor having to change his
work schedule and move his crew to do the sewer installation on
57th Street NE and Lander Avenue NE. Below is a breakdown of
the costs:
I. Moving earthen materials
with 950 cat: 5.5 hours @ $90.00/hour = $ 495.00
2. Moving to another location
and back: 6 hours @ $421.50 = S2529.00
$3024.00
B. The contractor had to remobilize some equipment and personnel
to complete Change Order No. 2 due to delays in authorization
to proceed. In addition, there was a change in materials to be
installed.
1. Reinforced concrete frame: 1 each @ $101.00 $ 101.00
2. Remobilization:
Foreman: 7 hours @ $55.00/hour = $ 385.00
Move equipment: 3 hours @ $100.00/hour = $ 300.00
$ 786.00
TOTAL CHANGE ORDER No. 7: $3810.00
OFFICIAL BALLOT
SPECIAL ELECTION
CITY OF ALBERTVILLE, MINNESOTA
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 1994
The City of Albertville is asking voter approval to issue and
sell its general obligation bonds in an amount not to exceed
$460,000 to finance the construction and equipping of a new fire
hall.
The amount of taxes that would be raised in the first year of
the property tax levy to pay the principal and interest on the
bonds is estimated to be approximately $40,000. The maximum amount
of taxes that would be raised in any subsequent year for the
purpose is estimated to be approximately $45,000. This maximum
increase in property tax levy is estimated to be approximately
.09398% of the taxable market value of property in the City.
SHOULD THE CITY OF ALBERTVILLE BE AUTHORIZED TO ISSUE AND
SELL ITS GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO
EXCEED $460,000 TO FINANCE THE CONSTRUCTION AND EQUIPPING
OF A NEW FIRE HALL?
BY VOTING "YES" ON THIS BALLOT QUESTION, YOU ARE VOTING
FOR A PROPERTY TAX INCREASE.
YES
NO
INSTRUCTIONS TO VOTERS: Voters desiring to vote in favor of the
foregoing proposition .shall make a cross mark (X) in the square
opposite the word YES. Voters desiring to vote against the
foregoing proposition shall place a cross mark (X) opposite the
word NO.
ADMINISTRATOR"S MEMORANDUM
SEPTEMBER 29, 1994
FOR THE
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
OCTOBER 3, 1994
Bills to be Paid: Staff has held final payment to Meyer-Rohlin on the 50 St
project until the Council authorizes payment, If any of you wish to bring the
matter up for discussion, p1F�se. move to amend the. agenda for its inclusion.
,John Vetsch: Curb Repair: ,John Vetsch is building a new house at 5618 Large Av
NE. The curb in front of the lot, is- in a state of disrepair. Ken Lindsay
advised me that this condition is due to the fact that the street, was put in
during a dry year. Pete Carlson indicated that the only part, of that street
with bad curbing is in front of John's house. E)onatus Vetsch advised me that
the other property owners along Large Av have had their curbing repaired at
City expense.
Bids for WWTP Paving pmiec-t: Norm Gartner advised me today that he will have
bids from the contractors from whom he solicited bids for paving the WWTP
parking lot. I previously corresponded with the Cc-uncil about zoning issues
relative to this project, and feel that 4 parking spares (1 handicapped/van
access) be provided. The four potential spaces would be for the maintenance
department, PCA (or other inspector), an administrator, and an elected
official. I cant, foresee a situation that more than four spaces would be
needed.
I-94 drainage Project: Enclosed in your Council packet is correspondence from
Lori Vanderhider of MN/DOT regarding this project. It appears that funding
will be available in FY 1996, which starts next ,July. Lori requests a meeting
to discuss contractual agreements and plan preparation before any design work
is performed. Pete will report on this project.
Smoke Testing results: Enclosed in your Council packet is a report from Pete
on the results of the Smoke Testing on the sanitary sewer system, The private
property owners (Cyril Beaudry, Don Berning, and John Strand) have been
notified in writing about what needs to be done.
D-indee drainage: Enclosed in your Council packet is correspondence from SEH to
the City, and from Meyer-Rohlin to Uindee Nursery, concerning this issue. Pete
should be addressing this issue at the meeting. It, appears that this is an
engineering difference of opinion.
Hack's sewer service: The test results at Hack's from Minnesota Valley
indicate 5000 parts per 100 milliliters of fecal coliform, which is indicative
of a problem ---a severe problem.
Mike Couri has informed me that this condition is not serious enough to
legally constitute an emergency for the purposes of construction of a sewer
extension. Ed Hackenmueller has other options at his disposal, such as pumping
the septic tanks on a weekly basis. Enclosed in your Council packet is a
report from Pete on the approximate cost of constructing a sewer extension,
large enough for future aevelopment, that Hack's could also tap into. Kevin
Mealhouse has notified Ed that he has to keep the septic system pumped on a
fairly regular basis, and to keep records of this action for City review if
needed.
ADMINISTRATION
Speed limits on Fin St: Enclosed in y;.,4,ir Council � e
pa _k - t is correspondence from
Tony Kempenich of MN/DOT. Apparently his earlier letter caused some
..confusion" among City staff and, as a result, would like to clarify his
remarks. According to Tony, the authorization for the 30 MPH speed limit
was on the part of 50 St "under the City of Albertville's jurisdiction". A
"separate study -authorized the 45 MPH speed limit on the CSAH 35 portion of 50
St.
If so directed, I will communicate with Wayne Fingalson and Tony Kempenich on
getting the speed limit reduced to 30 MPH on all of C`,nAH 35 triroaig,'. the City
of Albertville. The Main Av portion of CSAH 35 has witnessed excessive speed
incidents during the morning commute to school by the nigh schoolers. The area
by Albertville Primary, where the little kids are walking to school, is
especially vulnerable. I have referred the speed issue to Sheriff Hozempa's
office, who indicated they would post an "ex_casional" morning patrol to deter
speeders. I
Proposed amendment to JPA re: watermains: It appears that this issue of who
owns the water mains in each JPA-member jurisdiction will never die. This new
amendment to the JPA agreement is accompanied by documentation that would
appear to fiscally justify ,Joint Powers ownerships of the watermains.
It is my opinion (for what it's worth) that this agreement should be approved.
I realize it seems a little bit distasteful to approve this amendment when it
seems to only benefit St. Michael. The notion of a joint powers agreement
indicates some mutual benefit over time. At any one point in time, a member
jurisdiction may benefit more than the other-;. However, the water mains in
Albertville also will eventually need replacing in the future, which means
that Albertville will also benefit from this amendment. I# would be an act, of
foresight for the Council to approve this amendment,
Chang
e Order 7 on 1992-11B (sewer system improvements): The only Problem I see
in this is the $685.00 (under "B") for "re -mobilization" of equipment and
personnel "due to delays in authorization to proceed". I don't feel the City
should be paying for mismanagement on the part, of the contractor. I would
recommend Council payment of $3,125.00 ($3,810-$685).
Confirm Staff hours: I have been told that this is in response to my working
until 10:45 pm on Friday, September 23, Apparently s(�re citizens are concerned
about me getting paid for overtime. I assume, of course, that the citizens
don't mind me working overtime as long as I don't get paid for it.
I worked that late to complete projects as directed by the City Council. The
previous day, I worked two hours in the morning, Then I went to Mankato for
Personal business. I returned to City Hall for the Springsted-Fire Hall
meeting, which I did not count as paid time.
The nature of being a city administrator does not lend itself easily to an
8-4:30pm schedule. Attendance at evening meetings is but one example. Having
talked to many administrators, they assure me that there are many nights they
work tic-, get Council directives completed. Since they are salaried, exempt
employees, they don't get overtime.
Having discussed this issue with the (��,,�icil
record as favoring a salaried, P
administrator up f xempt administrator
know
those mm the t' dministrator position. Free
I am on
hours taken ime C° t ants (both n the
do. I on record ns ra•
_ ) allows h.im/her to dot 'amber of hours and whe
sheets would bear not having taken he job the Council w -�' is
out. I Overt;ifie pay. Any review of him � doing the job asked of me for as longnot asthe City of funds, of my time
Fire Hall refe You ask for it. rather
1994, rendum a ate:
A public The referend.�m, is set
25, 1994. The Fire Hall meeting has b�ri sc for T��esday, Novembe?
Tuesday, October 4 Hall Building Co nittc h aided for Tuesday,
same day due to the 1994 at 7:30 meeting, �ariginallY Bch. for
Public hear'', has been resch,-'dul,od for 6:00 pm that
Pending on how Ions the �' an organized collect•
commit -n could r'long Public hearing lasts, ion at e H Pm.
during the Public Perhaps the Fire Hall Building
hearing, and return after it
aniaed Collection: You should have
issue in advance of the r Dived are info
questions Public hearing on �X tobPr 4, rmational packet on this
or anything. you would like researched before the have any
let me know.
meeting, Please
ALLOW-Dp SzffmT
List of non -Essential e ui en
the week oOctober 3. t: Not done yet. I will discuss t'
f
.nis with staff
David ide: Letter was sent 9/29/94.
Queer quotes: am �111aware of other co
---= airice I ntPFiriir�
I Placed a call to the Association of AdvertisingB that Perform this service,
assistance. Despite many calls to them,, I havAgencies far some
Yet tc, receive an answer.
Linda has contacted Abdo, Abdo, and Fsich; Kern, De -winter, and Viere; and KFMG
Peat Marwick for quotes on the 1994 audit, I directed Linda to do this due to
her familiarity with audit requirements.
I have contacted Greg Vetsch about a quote for the mail slot.
Report on Lift Station Malfunction: Put in mail slots last Friday under
separate cover.