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Approved: June 1, 2011
CITY OF ARDEN HILLS, MINNESOTA
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
APRIL 25,2011
7:00 P.M. -ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, Mayor David Grant called to order the regular City
Council meeting at 7:00 p.m.
Present: Mayor David Grant, Councilmembers Brenda Holden, Fran Holmes, Ed
Werner and Nicholas Tamble.
Absent: None.
Also present: City Administrator Patrick Klaers; City Attorney Jerry Filla; Community
Development Director Jill Hutmacher; Civil Engineer Kristine Giga; City Planner Meagan
Beekman; Public Works Director Terry Maurer; and Recording Secretary Tina Borg.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
1. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Councilmember Holden requested Item 4G be pulled from the Consent Calendar and added as
Item 5A.
Councilmember Holden requested the discussion and motion on the Comprehensive Plan that is
part of Item 8C be moved to Item 7A.
Councilmember Holmes requested Item 4F be pulled from the Consent Calendar and added as
Item 5B.
Councilmember Tamble requested Item 41) be pulled from the Consent Calendar and added as
Item 5C.
Councilmember Tamble requested Item 4I be pulled from the Consent Calendar and added as
Item 5D.
MOTION: Councilmember Holden moved and Councilmember Holmes seconded a
motion to Approve the A ends as amended. The motion carried unanimous)
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2. PUBLIC INQUIRIES/INFORMATIONAL
A. TCAAP and Stadium Proposal
Community Development Director Jill Hutmacher stated Senate File 1164 was introduced on
Monday, April 11, 2011. This bill establishes a site selection process, authorizes local and state
funding for a multi-purpose stadium, sets parameters for stadium use and development, and
defines local authority in the planning and development process. No hearings have been held on
the bill. The legislative session, which is currently on Easter break, will resume on Tuesday, April
26. Ramsey County has negotiated a postponement of the public auction of the TCAAP site with
the General Services Administration (GSA). The postponement allows Ramsey County time to
determine whether a stadium development is feasible. If a stadium development on the TCAAP
site were to move forward, it is likely that the property would be transferred through a negotiated
sale. Ramsey County continues to meet with the Minnesota Vikings to discuss the stadium
proposal. The County and the team are focusing on identifying needed improvements to the
transportation infrastructure and the estimated cost of those improvements.
B. Spring Cleanup Proposal
City Planner Meagan Beckman stated this year's Spring Cleanup Day will be held at the
Ramsey County Public Works Department on Hamline Avenue and Highway 96 on May 7, 2011,
from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Full details are available on the City's website and were included in _
the April edition of the City Newsletter, Arden Hills Notes. Residents can also contact City Hall
for information. Roseville will also be selling rain barrels and compost bins on May 7 from 9:00
a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Roseville City Hall.
PUBLIC
Mayor Grant opened the Public Inquiries/Informational at 7:07 p.m.
Mr. David Bartlett, 4503 Keithson Drive, Arden Hills, stated the residents of Keithson Drive are
in favor of the dual cul-de-sac option proposed by Pulte Group. The traffic studies indicated a cul-
de-sac would not have significant impacts on Colleen Avenue or Arden View Drive. He stated
there are 13 cul-de-sacs in a one mile stretch of road along County Road 96 and adding two more
cut-de-sacs would be maintaining the character of the area.
Mr. Ron Nelson, 4504 Keithson Drive, Arden Hills, stated that the neighbors have three
objections to the Fox Ridge proposal; making Keithson Drive a through street, they would like to
maintain a 40-foot setback for Mr. Bartlett's property, and they would like to have Lot 18
eliminated from the proposal. Pulte has met with the neighborhood and has provided a win-win
proposal for keeping Keithson Drive separate by adding two cul-de-sacs. These cul-de-sacs are
compliant with the City's codes and allow for a 40-foot setback for the Bartlett property. He
stated the City would have no basis for challenging the dual cul-de-sac option. He stated he was
not happy that Lot 18, Block 4, was still a part of the development. This lot will have water
problems in the future that may affect his property and it will also affect his market value.
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2. Public Inquiries/Informational (continued)
Mr. Dave McClung, 4370 Snelling Avenue North, Arden Hills, stated there is precedent in the
City for cul-de-sacs that enter on busy roads.
Councilmember Holden asked how many of the cul-de-sacs Mr. Bartlett is referencing that
empty onto a major street or County Road.
Mayor Grant closed the Public Inquiries/Informational at 7:17 p.m.
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. April 11,2011,Regular City Council Meeting
MOTION: Councilmember Holmes moved and Councilmember Holden seconded a
motion to Approve the April 11, 2011, Regular City Council MectinL-Minutes
as presented. The motion carried unanimously (5-0).
4. CONSENT CALENDAR -
A. Motion to Approve Consent Agenda Item—Claims and Payroll.B. Motion to Accept the Resignation of Elizabeth Modesette From the Planning
Commission.
C. Motion to Accept the Resignation of Daniel Reiff From the Planning Commission.
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E. Motion to Adopt Resolution 2011-020: Accepting a Metropolitan Council
Environmental Service Inflow and Infiltration Grant and Designating the Public
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H. Authorize the Purchase of a Ford One Ton Chassis From Midway Ford and the
Outfitting of the Chassis with a Lift Box and Plow at Truck Utilities for a Total
Not to Exceed$67,000.
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MOTION: Councilmember Holden moved and Councilmember Werner seconded a
motion to approve the Consent Calendar as amended and to authorize
execution of all necessary documents contained therein. The motion carried
unanimously (5-0).
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5. PULLED CONSENT ITEMS
A. Motion to Adopt 2012 Budget Calendar as Presented
Councilmember Holden stated the proposed Budget Calendar shows the City Council approving
budget instructions and parameters on April 25, 2011. She stated there were no instructions or
parameters included in the memo. She asked when the Council would have the opportunity to
supply input to Staff for the budget.
City Administrator Patrick Klaers stated the proposed budget calendar is similar to the one
presented to the Council in previous years. The budget calendar includes the budget instructions
and parameters. The City Council will have an opportunity to provide input at a work session in
May or June. Once the calendar is approved Staff will begin the preparation of the budget.
Councilmember Holden stated she would like to have the budget discussions on the May 16
work session agenda.
MOTION: Councilmember Holden moved and Mayor Grant seconded a motion to Ado t
the 2012 Bud et Calendar with the Addition of the May 16 2011 Work
Session. The motion carried unanimously 5-0 .
C. Motion to Approve the Letter of Support for House File 118 and authorize
Staff to seek letters of support from large Arden Hills employers.
Councilmember Holmes stated it has not been the practice of the City Council to provide letters
of support for projects outside of the City. This particular project does not benefit the City of
Arden Hills. The bill was not introduced by Arden Hills State Representatives and she would like
to know what their input is regarding this particular project. She asked why the project stops
before coming into Arden Hills.
Councilmember Holden asked what Representative Knuth and Senator Goodwin had to say in
regards to this project.
Community Development Director Hutmacher stated this project would benefit those Arden
Hills residents who work in St. Paul or those individuals who are employed by Arden Hills
businesses. This project would promote economic development within Arden Hills. At this time
she did not know the positions for Representative Knuth and Senator Goodwin on this particular
project. The TH 51/I-694 project will address the road area between TH 51 and Lexington.
Councilmember Holmes stated Mn/DOT has stated the TH 51/1-694 improvements would not
alleviate traffic but would be more of a safety improvement. She would not be in favor of the City
supporting this project.
Councilmember Holden asked if there were any proposals to make improvements on the bridge
that goes over I-694 on Rice Street.
Community Development Director Hutmacher stated this is part of what is being requested
with this proposal.
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S.B. Motion to Approve the Letter of Supportfor House File 118 and authorize Staff to seek
letters of support from large Arden Hills employers. (continued) -
Mayor Grant stated he would support this particular project. The City does not generally endorse
various positions but it is important for the growth of the region. He clarified that he would have
liked to known what Representative Knuth and Senator Goodwin had to say about the project.
There is forward momentum for $56 million in transportation improvements in the northern
region.
Councilmember Werner stated he would like to know who the Senate authors are and if there
are any companions to this proposal.
Councilmember Holmes stated the bill is dated January 18 and the amount on the bill does not
match the project dollars they are requesting at this time. The bill does not support the
Resolution. -
Community Development Director Hutmacher clarified House File 118, which is requesting
$1.2 million, was essentially a placeholder to allow the bill to be considered as part of a State
Bonding bill and allow for further research into the project. This is the first step in a long process
for this project.
Councilmember Werner stated planning and design are the first steps in the bonding process.
Once the project receives pre-design money it will likely get built. Representative Knuth and _
Senator Goodwin could sign onto this bill if they are asked and they support it. Typically a bill
can have 5 authors in the Senate and 35 authors in the House.
MOTION: Councilmember Holden moved and Councilmember Tamble seconded a
motion to Approve the Letter of Support for House File 118 and Authorize
Staff to Seek Letters of Support From Large Arden Hills Employers. The
motion carried 3-2• Councilmembers Holmes and Holden).
C. Award the Indian Oaks Court Pond Shoreline Restoration and Landscaping
Project to Natural Shore Technologies,Inc., of Maple Plain, Minnesota, in the
Amount of$14,037.20
Councilmember Tamble asked Civil Engineer Giga to explain where the money is being used
along the shoreline and why dredging this pond was not enough.
Civil Engineer Kristine Giga stated the pond maintenance is being completed in three phases,
each with separate construction contracts: dredging pond sediments, shoreline restoration and
landscaping, and replacement of the pond's outlet pipe. Residents around the pond approached
Ramsey County Conservation District to do shoreline restoration to stabilize the shoreline. The
residents approached the City regarding an in-kind contribution for this project. The City indicated
their support for the shoreline restoration but also acknowledging the pond needed to be dredged.
The residents initiated the shoreline restoration portion of the project in order to stabilize the
shoreline.
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5.C. Award the Indian Oaks Court Pond Shoreline Restoration and Landscaping Project to
Natural Shore Technologies, Inc., of Maple Plain, Minnesota, in the Amount of
$14,037.20 (continued)
Councilmember Tamble clarified this is for natural vegetation and plant material and does not
include retaining walls.
Civil Engineer Giga stated this was correct.
MOTION: Mayor Grant moved and Councilmember Tamble seconded a motion to
Award the Indian Oaks Court Pond Shoreline Restoration and Landsca in
Project to Natural Shore Technologies, Inc. of Maple Plain, Minnesota, In the
Amount of$14 037.20. The motion carried unanimously
5-0 .
D. Motion to Approve up to an Additional$6,000 in Expenditures for Contract
Costs with Hill Capital Strategies,Inc. for a total contract cost not to exceed
$13,200.
Councilmember Tamble stated there has been inactivity with the stadium proposal and he
questioned the need for spending additional funds on this relationship. He stated he would like to
cease this relationship. This is not the best use of City funds. He added that the updates the City
Council has been receiving are coming from newspaper articles that are readily available. He -
asked what the City has gained from this contract.
City Administrator Klaers stated the City entered into the relationship when the talks about a
potential stadium had just started and the City became aware of the County's plans. Staff does not
have the time or expertise to be at the legislative session to be sure the City's interests are being
addressed. There have not been a lot of updates recently due to the inactivity of the bill,but in the
future, as the bill progresses, the City would be kept up to date on the status of the bill. The City
could rely on the County to provide updates to the City as well.
Councilmember Holden stated the contract with Hill Capital Strategies is to protect the City if
the legislation moves forward so that the City would have an opportunity to add items that would
protect the City. After it is decided that the stadium will be built on the TCAAP property, then it
will be out of the control of Arden Hills.
City Administrator Klaers stated even if Arden Hills no longer controls the TCAAP property
from a land use and zoning aspect, there are still issues that would need to be raised and discussed
to ensure the City is protecting itself and its residents.
Councilmember Werner stated Mr. Hill has a good reputation and is a well-connected Iobbyist.
Since the City has already invested with Mr. Hill, he stated he would reluctantly support
continuing this relationship.
Mayor Grant stated Staff would need to show the value of this relationship more than has been
shown to date.
Councilmember Holden asked if Staff felt more confident receiving information from Ramsey
County or with continuing to work with Mr. Hill.
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S.D. Approval for Additional Expenditures for Hill Capital Strategies, Inc. (continued)
City Administrator Klaers stated that he had faith in Ramsey County but felt the relationship
with Mr. Hill would be beneficial to the City's interests in the future.
Councilmember Holmes stated the disadvantage of not continuing to work with Mr. Hill is if the
discussions progress on the stadium the City will have no one there.
Councilmember Tamble asked where the impact of having someone to represent the City was
and what would Mr. Hill be doing for the City that the City could not do for itself.
City Administrator Klaers stated Mr. Hill is well connected and would have access to
relationships that may be beneficial that the City does not have. The City would also not have
access to any information before it is public knowledge.
Councilmember Holden stated she would like to see the City have a person on the Sports
Commission once that is established to ensure the City has representation and Mr. Hill may be
able to make this happen for the City.
Mayor Grant stated he would like to see more results from Mr. Hill. He also stated he
understood there was not a lot to report since there was not a lot of activity at this time. He clarified that at this time their relationship with Mr. Hill is more of an insurance policy and the
City does not want to be caught in a situation that it is not prepared for.
MOTION: Councilmember Holden moved and Councilmember Homes seconded a
motion to Approve up to an additional $5 000 in Expenditures for Contract
Costs with Hill Capital Strategies, Inc. For a Total Contract Cost Not To
Exceed $13 200. The motion carried 4-1• Councilmember Tamble .
6. PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. 2011 PMP Special Assessment Hearing, Resolution 2011-021 and Resolution
2011-022
Civil Engineer Giga stated on January 31, 2011, the City Council approved the plans and
specifications for the 2011 Pavement Management Program (PMP) and ordered advertisement for
bids. Bids were opened on Tuesday, March 8, 2011. A portion of the costs for the 2011 PMP
project are proposed to be assessed to the benefiting properties. In order to assess these costs the
City must follow the Public Hearing steps outlined in State Statute 429. On March 14, 2011, the
City Council set April 25, 2011, as the date to hold the public hearing for the purpose of
establishing special assessments for the 2011 PMP Improvements. Following the assessment
hearing, the next step in the process is to adopt the assessment roll. The assessment roll may be
adopted as proposed, or with amendments as made by the City Council. If the Council adopts the
assessment roll and chooses to move forward with the project, action to award the bid is needed.
The low bid submitted by Asphalt Surface Technologies Corporation (Astech Corporation) is 16%
lower than the Engineer's construction estimate. Staff recommends moving forward with the
project. The project is proposed to be assessed consistent with the City's assessment policy
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6.A. 2011 PMP Special Assessment Hearing, Resolution 2011-021 and Resolution 2011-022
(continued)
which states that 50% of the costs for roadway improvements will be assessed in residential areas,
with the remaining portion financed by various City funds. Single-family units are proposed to be _
assessed $2,813.86 per unit and multi-family units are proposed to be assessed $592.21 per unit.
As discussed at the public hearing and as was prepared in the feasibility report, the proposed
assessments were based on the contractor's bid prices. At the March 14, 2011, City Council
meeting, the Council directed staff to set the payment period of the assessment to 7 years. The
interest rate was set at 4.4%, which is 2% over the current annualized rate of return on the City's
portfolio. This is a deviation from the assessment policy which states the interest rate shall be
prime rate plus 2%; this would mean a rate of 5.25%. To date, no formal objections have been
submitted in writing to City Staff. As stated in Minnesota State Statute, no appeal may be taken
as to the amount of any assessment adopted unless a written objection signed by the affected
property owners is filed with the City at or prior to the assessment hearing. After the adoption of -
the assessment roll, property owners have 30 days to serve notice of an appeal to the City, and 10
days after serving notice to file with the district court. Staff did receive a request to extend the
interest free period to allow property owners some additional time to plan and budget their
payment. The City Attorney indicated that the 30-day payment period is the minimum period that -
is required by State Statute for interest free payments and can be extended at the City Council's
direction. The City Attorney recommended that if extended, the interest free period should end -
prior to the certification of the assessment roll to the County in October.
Mayor Grant asked why the amount for the surface water improvements was so much higher
than the estimates.
Civil Engineer Giga stated this project needs to have a Rice Creek Watershed permit. The rules
are not clear in all aspects and when working with Rice Creek Watershed, their intent with the
rules has increased the requirements the City needs to meet. The City has applied for cost-sharing
dollars with Rice Creek Watershed District but the City has not heard back regarding this
application.
Mayor Grant stated that water improvements are needed for this project. He stated the City is
replacing gate valves. He asked if the City uses gate valves or ball valves.
Public Works Director Terry Maurer stated the gate valves are used and have been dependable.
The City has not had significant failure with the valve itself but rather with the weakening of the
bolts and leaking of the joints.
Mayor Grant stated he had also received the e-mail regarding the prepayment period. He asked
when the City would be expected to start making payments for this project.
Civil Engineer Giga stated if the bid were awarded at this meeting, construction would start in
June. The City would start making payments 30 days after the start of the project and this would
be mid-July to late July.
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6.A. 2011 PMP Special Assessment Heating, Resolution 2011-021 and Resolution 2011-022
(continued)
Mayor Grant stated the City has the ability to extend the prepayment period. Having more time
to pay the assessment would not only help residents but would help the City as well. He asked
City Attorney Filla to explain the appeal process.
City Attorney Jerry Filla stated a written objection must be received before the end of the
meeting tonight in order to reserve the right to appeal. The resident then has 30 days after the
assessment roll is adopted to appeal the City Council decision to the District Court. This would
by done by service to the Mayor or City Administrator at City Hall. Once the City has been
served the resident has 10 days to file with the District Court.
Councilmember Holden questioned the plan for the cul-de-sac at the townhomes.
Public Works Director Maurer stated the Nursery Hill cul-de-sac would either have a rain
garden located in the center of the cul-de-sac or the amount of blacktop would be lessened in
order to accommodate the rain gardens in the boulevards.
Civil Engineer Giga stated the shape of the cul-de-sac at Arden View Court would be redesigned
to improve trucks being able to get around. An infiltration basin is also proposed at this location. -
Mayor Grant opened the public hearing at 8:14 p.m.
Mayor Grant closed the public hearing at 8:15 p.m.
Councilmember Holden stated the contract amount is considerably less than the feasibility report
estimates were for this project.
MOTION: Councilmember Holden moved and Councilmember Holmes seconded a
motion to Adopt Resolution 2011-021: Adoptine, the Special Assessment Roll
for the 2011 Pavement Management Program.
Councilmember Hoiden stated she would like to extend the interest-free period to July 15.
Councilmember Tamble stated he would support extending this as well.
Councilmember Holmes clarified that residents could still pay the assessment early even if they
do not pay by the July 15 or July 25 date. The interest free period would be set at either July 15 or
July 25 but residents had until October to pay the assessment with interest.
Mayor Grant stated he would like to set the interest-free period to July 15 since the City could
have a payment due on the project by mid-July.
Councilmember Holmes asked if this extension was being done due to the poor economy or if
the City needed to review the assessment policy for potential changes.
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6.A. 2011 PMP Special Assessment Hearing, Resolution 2011-021 and Resolution 2011-022
(continued) -
Councilmember Holden stated the extension is being considered due to the poor economy at this
time. This will give residents more time to budget for the assessment and potentially not pay
additional interest.
MOTION: Councilmember Holden moved and Councilmember Tamble seconded a
motion to Amend Resolution 2011-021 Para rah 4 the First Sentence to
Read: "The owner of any property so assessed may, at any, time prior to
certification of the assessment to the county auditor, a the whole of the
assessment on such property, with interest accrued to the date of„payment, to
the City Administrator, except that no interest shall be charged if the entire
assessment is paid on or before July 26 2011." The motion carried
unanimous) 5-0 . -
The amended motion to Approve Resolution 2011-21 was called to a vote.
The motion carried unanimously (5-0). -
MOTION: Councilmember Holden moved and Councilmember Holmes seconded a -
motion to Adopt Resolution_2011-022: Awarding the Bid for the 2011
Pavement Management Program to Asphalt Surface Technologies
Corporation of St. CIoud Minnesota in an Amount of$1 056 476.80.
Councilmember Holden asked if residents would know who to contact at the City if they have
concerns about the project.
Public Works Director Maurer stated information will be going out in the PMP newsletter and
there will be several contacts for residents.
Councilmember Holden stated the project will only be doing the City streets at the townhomes.
She asked how this would blend with the roads from the townhouses.
Public Works Director Maurer stated the project would only do the City streets and the
connections to the townhouse roads will be repaired if impacted by the project.
The motion was called to a vote.
The motion carried unanimous) 5-0 .
7. NEW BUSINESS
A. Planning Case 11-006 for a Comprehensive Plan Amendment Adding Very
Low Density Residential as a Land Use Classification in the 2030
Comprehensive Plan and Re-guiding the Property at 4500 Snelling Avenue
North as Very Low Density Residential
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7.A. Planning Case 11-006 for a Comprehensive Plan Amendment Adding Very Low Density
Residential as a Land Use Classification in the 2030 Comprehensive Plan and Re-guiding the Property at 4500 Snelling Avenue North as Very Low Density Residential (continued)
City Planner Beekman stated the applicant has a purchase agreement for 25.4 acres of
undeveloped land on the southeast corner of Highway 96 and Snelling Avenue N. The property is
zoned Rl, single-family residential, and is guided for Low Density Residential in the City's 2030
Comprehensive Plan. The applicant is requesting approval to subdivide the property to allow for
single-family homes. Through early discussions with the developer it became clear that there is a
conflict between the City's Zoning Code and Comprehensive Plan in regards to the required
density of R-1 property in the City. The City's 2030 Comprehensive Plan guides the future land
use of the property as Low Density Residential, which is defined as residential property developed
at three to five units per net acre. In contrast, the City's Zoning Code caps the allowed density in
the R-1 District at three units per net acre. Furthermore, the Code requires a minimum. of 14,000
square feet per R-1 lot, which does not allow for a density of three units per net acre. If the
applicant develops the property in accordance with the City's Subdivision and Zoning Ordinances,
they would need a Comprehensive Plan Amendment (CPA) to allow less than three units per acre.
In contrast, if the property were developed in accordance with the Comprehensive Plan
requirements at a higher density, flexibility from the City's Zoning Code would be necessary. At the January 31, 2011,work session with the City Council, Pulte Group presented two concept plan
scenarios; one at a higher density option that met the requirements of the Comprehensive Plan,and a second lower density option that met the requirements of the Zoning Code. The City
Council gave direction that the lower density option was preferred, and Pulte Group has since _
moved forward with preparing a development application package in line with this direction. If
the City approves the CPA, it will be contingent on approval from the Metropolitan Council.
Councilmember Holden asked if the Met Council required a density of 3 units per acre or higher.
City Planner Beekman stated the Met Council prefers a minimum density of 3 or more units per
acre for new development. They want the City to have an average density of 3 units per acre and
the City does meet this even with the proposed Fox Ridge development.
Councilmember Holden stated she would like to be sure that if Pulte decides to pull out of the
project the amendment is still approved because the City needs to rectify the difference in the City
Code and the 2030 Comprehensive Plan.
City Planner Beekman stated the motion being presented at this time was to approve the
Comprehensive Plan Amendment and to reclassify the property as Very Low Density Residential.
Even if Pulte Group decides not to do this project it is necessary to bring the Comp Plan and
Zoning Code in line. By amending the Comprehensive Plan the City is eliminating discrepancies
presented by the City's Zoning Code and the 2030 Comprehensive PIan regarding the density for
the R-1 District.
Councilmember Holmes asked if all of the R-1 District would need to be reclassified as Very
Low Density Residential or if there would be two R-I Districts now.
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?.A. Planning Case 11-006 for a Comprehensive Plan Amendment Adding Very Low Density
Residential as a Land Use Classification in the 2030 Comprehensive Plan and Re-guiding
the Property at 4500 Snelling Avenue North as Very Low Density Residential (continued)
City Planner Beekman clarified the Very Low Density Residential was a classification that
would be used for only the undeveloped property that is being proposed. The City may choose to
use this classification in other areas of the City in the future. The classification is for the
Comprehensive Plan only and has no impact on the City's Zoning Districts. There is no point to
reclassifying developed land. The District Requirement Chart in the zoning code could be
changed to 2.3 units per acre. The City's Code is not inaccurate because it states a density "up to
3 units per acre". The property at 4500 Snelling Avenue North can not have 3 or more units per
acre on it due to the buildable lot size requirements in the City Code but it still meets the "up to 3
units per acre."
Councilmember Holden asked if the Comprehensive Plan. Amendment would remain in place
even if the planning case were not approved.
City Planner Beekman stated at this time the Comprehensive Plan Amendment is part of a
specific planning case. If the City chose to amend the Comprehensive Plan separately then the
process will need to be initiated by the City.
City Attorney Filla stated the Council could choose to change the first motion to amend the
Comprehensive Plan only making it a separate motion to approve the planning case preliminary _
plat.
MOTION: CounciImember Holden moved and CounciImember Holmes seconded a
motion to Approve a Comprehensive Plan Amendment Adding Very Low
Density Residential as a Land Use Classification in the 2030 Comprehensive
Plan and Re-guiding the Property at 4500 Snelling Avenue North as Very Low
Density Residential.
City Planner Beekman stated the applicant is not interested in moving forward with the
application if the preliminary plat is separated from the Comprehensive Plan Amendment.
Mr. Ian Peterson, VP Pulte Homes, stated the preliminary plat is the reason for the
Comprehensive Plan Amendment and should not be considered separately. If the Comprehensive
Plan Amendment is approved and the preliminary plat is not, this could have financial
implications for the owner of the property and he is not in attendance to explain how this could
further affect him and his ability to either resell or develop the property in the future.
City Attorney Filla explained that this discussion could take place as part of Item 8C and the City
could still choose to deny the preliminary plat, but approve the Comp Plan Amendment.
Councilmember Holden asked what the maximum number of buildable units would be on this
acreage.
City Planner Beekman stated there are 20-acres of net buildable area and under the current
guiding plan 60 to 100 units could be built on the property.
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7.A. Planning Case 11-006 for a Comprehensive Plan Amendment Adding Very Low Density
Residential as a Land Use Classification in the 2030 Comprehensive Plan and Re-guiding
the Property at 4500 Snelling Avenue North as Very Low Density Residential (continued)
City Attorney Filla suggested the motion be moved to be included with item 8C because the
person most impacted by the reclassification of the property is not in attendance
Councilmember Holden withdrew her motion.
Councilmember Holmes withdrew her second to the motion.
MOTION: Mayor Grant moved and Councilmember Holden seconded a motion to
Suspend the Rules for the Purpose of AlterinjZ the Agenda to Move_Item 7A to
be Included with Item. 8C. The motion carried unanimously (5-0).
8. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
A. Hazelnut Purchase Agreement—Final Approval
Community Development Director Hutmacher stated Trinity Lutheran Church, located at 3245
New Brighton Road, is a four-and-a-half-acre parcel surrounded on two sides by Hazelnut Park, a
City-owned property. In 2009, the Church approached the City to discuss the sale of a portion of
the Church property, which the City has used for a soccer field. The City Council reviewed the _
proposal at two work sessions in 2010 and directed Staff to move forward with the acquisition of
approximately 71,000 square feet at a purchase price of $3.00 per square foot. The land area
proposed includes the trail entrance to the park, soccer field, and the park identification sign. In
addition to the sale of the land, the Church has agreed to formalize a Joint Use Agreement which
will be recorded against the property, ensuring designated park parking into the future. In addition
to the City Council, the Financial Planning and Analysis Committee and the Parks, Trails, and
Recreation Committee have reviewed the proposal and recommended that the City move forward
with a purchase if an acceptable purchase price could be negotiated. At the January 31, 2011,
work session, the Council reviewed the draft Purchase and Joint Use Agreements for the Hazelnut
Park acquisition and directed Staff to proceed with finalizing the Purchase Agreement for 71,474
square feet of land at $3.00 per square foot from Trinity Lutheran Church. The closing date has
been postponed until June 29, 2011. Ms. Hutmacher outlined the proposed Purchase Agreement
and Maintenance Agreement changes since the January 31, 2011,work session.
Councilmember Holden stated the City is purchasing this property for the purpose of expanding
the City's parks. She asked if it could be written into the purchase agreement or a different
document to ensure this property remains parkland.
City Attorney Filla stated the City would have the title for this property and this Council or
future Councils could choose to do something different with the land.
Councilmember Holden asked for clarification on who would be responsible for determining
what potholes would be filled.
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Public Works Director Maurer stated the City will determine what potholes are appropriate to
be filled but the City would not be rebuilding the parking lot one pothole at a time.
Mayor Grant asked if the parking lot were repaved if the City would pay a portion of this based
on the City's use of the parking lot.
Community Development Director Hutmacher stated the allocation of future construction costs
has not yet been determined.
Councilmember Holmes stated a Phase 1 environmental assessment is included in the purchase
agreement. She asked if there was any guarantee that there were no hazardous materials on the
property or if the City could back out of the purchase agreement if hazardous materials were
found.
City Attorney Filla stated if hazardous materials were found on the property the City would have
the option to not move forward with the purchase and this is covered under Section S of the
Purchase Agreement.
MOTION: Mayor Grant moved and Councilmember Holmes seconded a motion to -
Approve the Purchase Agreement, Joint Use Agreement, and Maintenance
Agreement as Presented for the Hazelnut Park Acquisition. The motion
carried unanimously (5-0).
B. Planning Case 11-0055—Trinity Lutheran Church Preliminary and Final Plat
and Master and Final Planned Unit Development(PUD)
City Planner Beekman stated Trinity Lutheran Church is zoned R-2. The Church and the City of
Arden Hills are in the process of negotiating a purchase agreement for the sale of a 71,474 square-
foot section of land that would be subdivided from the Church's existing property. This
subdivided parcel would be consolidated with Hazelnut Park and maintained as parkland for the
public (Lot 2). The eastern portion would remain under the Church's ownership (Lot 1). Located
within the parcel currently owned by Trinity Lutheran Church is a congregation hall, parking lot,
soccer field, identification sign for Hazelnut Park, and trail entrance to the park. The City has had
a contract with the Church for the shared use of the parking lot, which acts as the only designated
parking for Hazelnut Park, in exchange for $1,000 per year in shared snow plowing expenses. In
addition, the City restripes the parking lot after it has been seal coated as well as provides repairs
as needed. The application consists of four components: a Preliminary Plat, Final Plat, Master
PUD, and Final PUD. The Preliminary Plat is necessary to subdivide the property and file the
subdivision with the County recorder. Subdividing the current parcel into the two proposed lots
would cause the Church's remaining property to become non-conforming within the R-2 District
since it would reduce the required amount of landscaped coverage on their parcel. Therefore, the
applicant must receive a Planned Unit Development (PUD) in order to proceed with the
subdivision and allow for the reduction of landscaped coverage. The Planning Commission
reviewed this application at their April 6 meeting and unanimously recommended approval of the
subdivision and PUD.
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Councilmember Holden asked if the Church would be out of conformance with the City green
space requirements if it were to be redeveloped.
City Planner Beekman stated approval of the proposed PUD would grant them the required
reduction in green space.
MOTION: Mayor Grant moved and Councilmember Holmes seconded a motion to
Approve Plannine Case 11-005 for a Preliminary and Final Plat and Master
and Final PUD to Subdivide the Property at 3245 New Brighton Road Into
Two Parcels Based on the Findings of Fact, The Submitted Plans, and the
Conditions in the April 25 2011 Memo to the City Council. The motion
carried unanimously (5-0).
C. Planning Case 11-006 — Fox Ridge Comprehensive Plan Amendment (CPA)
and Preliminary Plat
City Planner Beekman stated the applicants are requesting approval to subdivide the property
into 39 single-family lots. The proposed plan would comply with the required Zoning Code and -
Subdivision standards for the R-1 District. The plan also includes three access points; Snelling
Avenue to the west, Keithson Drive to the east, and Arden View Drive to the south. Pulte Group _
hosted a community meeting on February S, 2011, to discuss the lower density proposed concept
plan with residents around the development area. Pulte Group has since held a second meeting
with Keithson Drive residents on April 15 and discussed the option of not connecting to Keithson
Drive. The applicants reviewed the option and have found that it could be feasible; however, it
would require greater tree loss. If the Council determines that the dual cul-de-sac option is
preferred, a more detailed review could be done at the time of Final Plat review. Staff continues
to prefer the through-street option. If the City approves the CPA, it will be contingent on approval
from the Metropolitan Council. The City contracted with SRF Consulting to perform a traffic
study for the proposed development. SRF looked at two transportation alternatives, one without a
connection to Keithson and one with. SRF found that there are no significant traffic impacts
expected due to the proposed development.
Councilmember Tamble recognized the diligence of the Keithson Drive residents and the
accommodations made by Pulte Homes in response to their concerns. He stated he would like to
know the benefits of having a cul-de-sac versus the benefits of having a through road at Keithson
Drive.
City Planner Beckman stated the Planning Commission and Staff prefer the through-street. The
City's regulations support connectivity, discourage creating lots with two street frontages, and
require that adjacent road stubs connect as new development occurs. Snow plowing, utility access
and maintenance is better and more efficient if the connection is there. The Fire Marshal believes
that the connection will increase public safety and make access to the development more efficient.
From a traffic and transportation standpoint, having additional road connections is preferred to
having fewer; it increases connectivity and allows vehicles to distribute more evenly and reduces
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traffic impacts overall. The connection would also give the residents on Keithson Drive an
alternative exit point to avoid Highway 96 if desired.
Councilmember Tamble asked if homes with two frontages would be double assessed for road
improvements.
City Planner Beekman stated the assessment policy would address this but it is usually clear
what street is considered to be the main access for a home and only one assessment would be
made.
Councilmember Tamble asked if the 40-foot setback could be maintained on Mr. Bartlett's
property with the through street.
City Planner Beekman stated the property Iine on Mr. Bartlett's property is 10-feet from the
main structure and the only way to get the full 40-foot setback is to move the property line. The
way the plans are, the edge of the road would be 35 feet from his home. The option to move the
road slightly to the south has not been examined but may impact the wetlands.
City Attorney Filla stated Mr. Bartlett's property would become a non-conforming lot. This
would not be a self-created situation and variance options would depend on what was being
requested; however the City would be inclined to grant a future variance if one was applied for.
Councilmember Holmes asked if the connection with Keithson Drive would create an
intersection.
Public Works Director Maurer stated this would create a 2-legged street intersection because it
is not a deflection.
Councilmember Holden stated there had been issues concerning drainage brought forward at the
Planning Commission meeting. She asked if these concerns had been reviewed.
Public Works Director Maurer stated the submitted concept plan covers the drainage and Rice
Creek Watershed is reviewing this. The City will need to review the construction plans to know
how individual lots will be graded. The developer is aware of the drainage issues and what will
need to be done to address these issues. The City can ensure these lots are built according to
submitted and approved plans through construction observation by Staff and Inspectors.
Councilmember Holden stated the wetland areas exceeded their borders this year. She asked
how the City would know the water would stay in the proper areas.
Public Works Director Maurer stated a certified wetland delineator had been to the site and
determined the wetland boundaries. These are wetland experts and the City needs to accept their
work as being accurate and reliable. He stated the development will need to properly manage all
the drainage from this development as well as the drainage that comes in from the surrounding
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neighborhoods. The drainage plans have been prepared by an expert in determining the proper
way to grade to make drainage effective. It will be up to the developer to build according to the
approved drainage plans.
City Attorney Filla stated the City needed to rely on the experts that have been hired to address
the drainage.
Councilmember Werner asked what the objections were to the dual cul-de-sac that is being
requested by the residents of Keithson Road.
City Planner Beekman stated the Fire Marshal believes that the connection will increase public
safety and make access to the development more efficient. From a traffic and transportation
standpoint, having additional road connections increases connectivity, allows vehicles to
distribute more evenly, and reduces traffic impacts overall. The addition of the two cut-de-sacs
versus the through-street would result in additional tree loss.
Public Works Director Maurer stated snow plowing, utility access and maintenance is better
and more efficient if the connection is there. The connection would also give the residents on
Keithson Drive an alternative exit point to avoid Highway 96. There are potential safety issues
that could arise by having Highway 96 the only access to Keithson Drive. The County may decide
in the future to shut the median opening on Highway 96.
Councilmembcr Holden asked if the residents on Keithson Drive had a reasonable expectation
that this road would become a through street.
City Planner Beekman stated Keithson Drive was always expected to be a through-street once
the other property was developed. She could not say for sure what the residents knew but the City
has always anticipated that it would eventually connect. That is why there is no cul-de-sac now.
Councilmember Werner clarified the Keithson properties were developed before wetland
legislation had been enacted.
Public Works Director Maurer stated this was correct. Now wetland agencies are expecting
developers to avoid, minimize, and mitigate when it comes to wetlands. Developers are no longer
able to fill in wetlands to make a buildable lot.
Mayor Grant stated the grade separation on Highway 10 and County Road 96 could make this
route more desirable. This would increase traffic on this road and make it more problematic for
the residents of Keithson Drive to access their homes
Public Works Director Maurer stated the grade separation would also decrease the openings in
traffic that are created by the traffic lights and this could make the access point of Keithson Drive
a dangerous intersection.
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Councilmember Holmes stated Lot 10 on Block 1 has a section of property that is in between
two other homes. This piece of land is not large enough to build a home on but is large enough
for the property owner to build a shed or secondary garage. This would then be located between
two homes. She asked if this had been discussed with the developer.
City Planner Beekman stated the land exists and there is really nothing that can be done with it.
The applicants may choose to sell this piece of property to the adjacent landowners in a private
sale. This would not involve the City.
Councilmember Tamble asked what the home values are for homes on a cul-de-sac versus those
on through streets.
MOTION: Councilmember Holden moved and Mayor Grant seconded a motion to
extend the meeting to 11:00 p.m. The motion carried unanimous) 5-0 .
Mr. Peterson stated the lot values are based on the ability of the home to have a full walk-out -
basement or not. A home with a full walk-out basement and on a cul-de-sac end could be as much
as $10,000 more. Homes without a walk-out basement and on a cul-de-sac may be worth $3,000 more than those located on a through-street.
Councilmember Holmes stated Lot 10, Block 1 has several trees on the portion of land that is
between the adjacent lots. She asked if this section of land could be part of the park dedication
fee.
City Planner Beekman stated the City Council has the discretion to determine the park
dedication fee and can use it for conservation. This would come out of the cash fees that are
being proposed at this time. The decision and negotiation to sell this property would be private
and the City would not get involved. There is no apparent way to solve the issue with this piece
of property.
Councilmember Holden clarified some screening would be provided by the developer but the
future homeowners may decide in the future to remove these trees. She suggested that those
residents concerned about screening to plant their own trees as well.
Mayor Grant stated there was a section of the property that was delineated and impacted the
wetlands. He asked how this was being mitigated.
City Planner Beckman stated due to the size it would be exempt from mitigation. The Rice
Creek Watershed has approved this.
Councilmember Holmes asked what bonds are included with this project.
City Planner Beckman explained there were two sureties: one for the landscaping and one for
the right-of-way and utility improvements.
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Public Works Director Maurer stated that he has also recommended to City Planner Beekman
the City obtain a 100% letter of credit for the improvements on the site including the grading,
utilities, and street construction.
Councilmember Holden asked how the construction traffic on Arden View Drive would affect
the Pavement Management Project that would be starting in June.
Public Works Director Maurer stated one of the conditions of approval is that no construction
traffic is allowed to access the property except from Snelling Avenue. Construction vehicles will
be able to access those lots that are located on Arden View Drive by the use of this road. The
section of Arden View Drive that would be used for this development is not included in the
pavement management project.
Councilmember Holden asked for additional information on the Home Owners Association
(HOA) and how it worked especially in regards to maintaining the retaining walls and the grading.
Mr. Peterson stated the Home Owners Association is established and governed by Minnesota
State Statutes. Every year they have an annual audit. Fees for HOAs are based on replacement -
reserves, which are calculated out through the course of time. Every quarter each homeowner is
assessed an amount based on the maintenance that must be done. The replacement reserves for _
this development would include the monument, the retaining walls, the conservation wetland
buffer signs, and other maintenance items. Every year a CPA audits the replacement reserves.
When the HOA is turned over to a board they can decide to continue with the current management
company that is handling the replacement reserves, hire a different management company, or
manage the reserves themselves.
Councilmember Tamble stated according to the traffic study the increased traffic flow on
Keithson will not be as great as it would appear with an additional 10 cars during the peak times
and 80 cars spread throughout the day. This is what would be considered the worst-case scenario
and the traffic will probably not be this great.
City Planner Beekman clarified the worst-case scenario of 75 cars on Colleen and Arden View
Road was if there is no connection to Keithson Drive.
MOTION: Councilmember Holden moved and Councilmember Holmes seconded a
motion to Approve Planning Case 11-006 for a Comprehensive Plan
Amendment Adding Very Low Density Residential as a Land Use
Classification in the 2030 Comprehensive Plan and Re-2uiding the Property at
4500 Snelling Avenue North as Verv_ Low Density Residential Based on the
Findin s of Fact and the April 25 2011 Report to the Ci Council. The
motion carried unanimous) 5-0 .
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Attorney Filla stated the Council would need to decide if they prefer the dual cul-de-sac option or
the through street for Keithson Drive. The proposed motion for approval of the preliminary plat
assumes a through street for Keithson Drive.
Councilmember Werner stated he would be in favor of the dual cul-de-sac. This is a
compromise between the residents and the developer that creates a win-win for them.
MOTION: Councilmember Holmes moved and Mayor Grant seconded a motion to
Approve Planning Case 11-006 for a Preliminary Plat at 4500 Snelling Avenue
North to Subdivide the Parcel into 39 Lots, Based on the Findines of Fact and
Submitted Plans as Amended by the Conditions of Approval in the April 25
2011,Report to the City Council. -
Councilmember Holden stated proper due diligence has not been performed on the dual cul-de-
sac option and she did not feel the Council could vote for this option not knowing the full
impacts. Once the preliminary plat is approved, the City will not be able to make additional -
recommendations because the next step would be to approve the final plat, which will be based on
the recommendations given by the Planning Commission and City Staff.
MOTION: Councilmember Werner moved and Councilmember Tamble seconded a
motion to Amend the Preliminary Plat to Add the Dual Cul-De-Sac as
Proposed by Pulte Group and Not Make Keithson Drive a Throullh Street.
Mayor Grant clarified if this amendment were passed, the adjustment would need to be made to
all the recommendations and documents.
Councilmember Werner stated the residents are really against a through-street on Keithson
Drive. He stated he understood the concerns presented by Staff but he felt the priority should be
given to the residents of the established neighborhood. The developer is not losing any lots with
the dual cul-de-sac versus the through street option.
Councilmember Holden stated Keithson Drive residents are fighting for the neighborhood but as
a community leader she needs to look at the City as a whole. Not all of the neighborhoods being
affected by this decision are being represented and most of the residents on Keithson Drive knew
this road would be developed into a through street at some time. The traffic on County Road 96
will only increase with time and the dual cul-de-sac option does not give the residents an
alternative to getting out of their neighborhood. She stated she .may not want to support the
through street option but she cannot leave those residents on Keithson Drive with only one
entrance point to their neighborhood.
Mayor Grant stated the residents on Keithson Drive want to keep their neighborhood but the
only other opening is County Road 96. From a City perspective Keithson Drive was intended to
be a through street and for emergency vehicles this should be a through street. The Council needs
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to do what is right for the City and also protect the residents of Keithson Drive for the future. A
through-street may not be a popular decision but it is the right decision.
Councilmember Holmes stated she has always been in favor of the through-street and the
Council should listen to the recommendations of Staff.
The amendment to change Keithson Drive to the dual cul-de-sac option was called to a vote.
The motion failed (2-3; Mayor Grant, Councilmembers Holmes and Holden)
MOTION: Councilmember Holden moved and Councilmember Holmes seconded a -
motion to Add Recommendation 20: Pulte Group will provide at least 5
different home designs for the development. The motion carried unanimously
Councilmember Holmes stated Pulte was requesting guidance on buffer protection. She asked if
this had been addressed.
City Planner Beckman stated this had been discussed with Pulte and there will be extended
easements and monument signs will be placed to define the wetland areas. These are part of the
recommendations for approval.
Councilmember Holmes asked if the Council wanted to do something with Lot 10.
Councilmember Holden stated there is really nothing the Council can do about this section of
land.
Mayor Grant stated this section of land is acceptable.
Councilmember Holmes asked if the City could be guaranteed there will be no drainage
problems created by the developer.
City Attorney Filla stated the City needs to rely on the engineers and the construction for the
property and that it is done to the approved plans. The City and Pulte have hired experts to
determine the proper grading for this project.
Public Works Director Maurer stated the City is relying on the Rice Creek Watershed's
hydrologist's determination that the proposed grading plans properly address the drainage for this
project. The City will also have inspectors on the site to ensure the property is constructed to the
specifications in the submitted plans.
The motion to approve the preliminary plat was called to a vote.
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The motion carried 3-2• Councilmembers Werner and Tamble .
D. 2006 Pavement Management Program (PMP)Mediation Update
City Attorney Filla stated on March 2, 2011, mediation for the 2006 PMP took place. Staff was
given the authority to settle the dispute for up to $25,000. The results were $25,000 that Staff
estimates it would cost to repair the damages. The fifteen worst driveways will be replaced and
the three spots will be repaired. He stated that a closed work session was requested following
this meeting to discuss the 2010 PMP mediation, but this would not be necessary at this time. He
stated he only needed to inform the Council that the mediation session is scheduled for Friday,
April 30, at 1:30 p.m. in the City offices. There are five people who have appealed and he
understands that there is no flexibility in the principle assessment, but if it could be worked out
the payments could be spread out over a longer period of time.
9. COUNCIL COMMENTS
Councilmember Werner stated he had talked with a Mayor in the south Metro area and in this
community they have signs posted at the end of all roads that are not cul-de-sacs so that residents are aware the road will become a through street in the future.
Councilmember Holden stated Public Works Director Maurer had brought this up to the City
Council a month ago for consideration.
Councilmember Holden asked if the City will be doing significant landscaping on all the ponds
that need to be dredged or if this particular project was an exception.
Public Works Director Maurer stated the significant landscaping for the Indian Oaks Pond is
not a pattern for all the ponds. The City would need to do some restoration on any pond that is
dredged in order to repair any damage that is done during the dredging process but not to this
same extent.
Councilmember Holmes stated it would be helpful if out of office messages on e-mail and voice
mail were done for those employees that are out of the office.
Mayor Grant stated there is a pet crematorium proposed in New Brighton and there are three
Arden Hills residential properties within the required 350-feet for notification for this project.
There are significantly more homes that are just beyond this requirement. He suggested the City
review its policy regarding the distance for notification and consider increasing this to 500-feet.
He requested this discussion be added to a future work session.
Mayor Grant stated he had received a letter from a resident requesting paving for his
neighborhood. He requested Staff to follow up with this letter.
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9. Council Comments and Requests (continued)
City Administrator Klaers distributed copies of 2 newspaper articles from 1999 relating to
Round Lake.
Mayor Grant clarified Councilmembers need to submit information for distribution to the
Council to the City Administrator and not to individual Councilmembers. The City Administrator
will ensure the documents are properly distributed.
City Administrator Klaers stated Councilmember Holmes would be unable to attend the May 2
goal-setting meeting or the May 23 rescheduled regular Council meeting. He stated the Council
could reconsider these meeting dates but a decision would need to be reached so the schedule
could be properly posted.
City Administrator Klaers stated the Ramsey County League of Governments meeting is on
Thursday, April 28. He stated he has also contacted Mike Fix regarding the Round Lake issue.
Mr. Fix is available to meet with the City on May 9 before the regular City Council meeting or
May 16 for a work session.
Councilmember Tamble stated he would prefer May 16 at a work session.
Councilmember Holden stated she would prefer May 16 at a work session.
Councilmember Holmes stated the budget and levy discussion would be on the May 16 work
session agenda so she would prefer May 9.
It was the consensus of the Council to have the discussion with U.S. Fish and Wildlife, the
Minnesota Pollution Control Agency, and U.S. Army concerning Round Lake on May 16.
ADJOURN
MOTION: Councilmember Tamble moved and Councilmember Holden seconded a
motion to adjourn. The motion carried unanimous) 5-0 .
Mayor Grant adjourned the Regular City Council Meeting at 11:05 p.m.
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