Draft Minutes - 10-29-12 Regular

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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL—OCTOBER 29, 2012 7 Councilmember Holmes said that the Council should pass the ordinance as is, but the liquor ordinance should be modified to allow wine taprooms. She noted that the Zoning ordinance definition included wine; therefore, for consistency, the City Code liquor ordinance should also include wine. MOTION: Councilmember Holden moved and Councilmember Werner seconded a motion to approve Planning Case 12-015 — Zoning Code Amendment and CUP Application at 1160 Red Fox Road to Allow a Microbrewery with Taproom with the five recommendations and conditions presented by staff. The motion carried (5-0). 9. UNFINISHED BUSINESS None. 10. COUNCIL COMMENTS AND STAFF UPDATES Councilmember Werner welcomed Dan Altstatt to the Economic Development Commission (EDC). He wanted to let people know that there are still openings on the EDC if anyone is interested. The EDC meets the first Wednesday of every month at 8:00 a.m. at City Hall. Councilmember Werner noted that the Ramsey County League of Local Governments annual meeting is November 15 from 6:00 to 8:30 p.m. at the Hilton Garden Inn in Shoreview. The topic of discussion is election recap and local impacts, and the guest speaker is Tom Hauser. Prior to November 8, the event is $20 for members and staff, and after November 8, the price is increased to $30. The public is invited, and the cost to non-members is $40. Councilmember Holmes stated that she received an email solicitation for the Safe Routes to School grant. She noted that there is Council concern regarding the lack of a trail from New Brighton to the Mounds View High School. She stated that the route is dark and traffic is an issue. A trail would be beneficial, especially if it qualified for the Safe Routes to School grant. Public Works Director Maurer stated that he and Parks and Recreation Manager Olson have talked about this topic, and Parks and Recreation Manager Olson is checking into it to see if the trail qualifies for the grant. Councilmember Holmes stated that the City needs to revisit the ordinance pertaining to rental registration. She received notification from a resident regarding six individuals living in a home, and she is wondering what can be done to enforce the ordinance. Community Development Director Hutmacher stated that she will work with the City Attorney to see what the options are. Mayor Grant reminded everyone that the general election is Tuesday,November 6. Councilmember Holmes added that the City is offering absentee voting at City Hall.