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HomeMy WebLinkAbout10-08-18-R 'It -AIQEN_HILLS Approved: November 13, 2018 CITY OF ARDEN HILLS, MINNESOTA REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING OCTOBER 8, 2018 7:00 P.M. -ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, Mayor David Grant declared October 8, 2018 to be a non-holiday to conduct City business and called to order the regular City Council meeting at 7:00 p.m. Present: Mayor David Grant, Councilmembers Fran Holmes, and Steve Scott Absent: Councilmembers Brenda Holden (excused) and Dave McClung(excused) Also present: City Administrator Dave Perrault; Public Works Director/City Engineer Sue Polka; Finance Director Gayle Bauman; and City Clerk Julie Hanson PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 1. APPROVAL OF AGENDA MOTION: Councilmember Holmes moved and Councilmember Scott seconded a motion to approve the meeting agenda as amended. The motion carried unanimously f3-01. 2. PUBLIC INQUIRIES/INFORMATIONAL None. 3. RESPONSE TO PUBLIC INQUIRIES None. 4. STAFF COMMENTS A. Rice Creek Commons (TCAAP) and Joint Development Authority(JDA)Update City Administrator Perrault provided an update on TCAAP stating the JDA met on October 1 and discussed the annual budget and financial processes. He explained the reimbursement policy ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL—OCTOBER 8, 2018 2 had yet to be reviewed. He indicated the JDA would meet next on Wednesday, October 17. He reported the City would hosting a TCAAP Open Forum on Thursday, November 15 where an update on the Civic Site will be provided. B. Transportation Update Public Works Director/City Engineer Polka reported the Old Snelling Trail has been delayed due to the rainy weather. She anticipated the project had been delayed by approximately two weeks. Public Works Director/City Engineer Polka stated the rain has delayed the City's PMP as well, but noted all work would be completed yet this fall. Mayor Grant asked if the traffic control measures south of Bethel University could be removed. Public Works Director/City Engineer Polka explained the traffic control measures would be removed once the trail was striped. Public Works Director/City Engineer Polka reported work continues on County Road F noting this project would be done mid to late October. 5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES None. 6. CONSENT CALENDAR A. Motion to Approve Consent Agenda Item - Claims and Payroll B. Motion to Approve Resolution 2018-052 Designating 2019 Polling Places C. Motion to Approve Old Snelling Watermain and Trail — Payment No. 5 and Changer Order No. 3 D. Motion to Approve 2018 Street and Utility Improvement Project — Changer Order No. 3 and Payment No. 4 E. Motion to Approve Cooperative Agreement—Old Snelling Trail F. Motion to Approve 2019-2012 Agreement for Law Enforcement Services G. Motion to Approve Resolution 2018-037 for Highway 10 Watermain Project Grant Agreement MOTION: Councilmember Holmes moved and Councilmember Scott seconded a motion to approve the Consent Calendar as presented and to authorize execution of all necessary documents contained therein. The motion carried unanimously iLgh 7. PULLED CONSENT ITEMS None. ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL—OCTOBER 8, 2018 3 8. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. Jimmie's Old Southern BBQ Smokehouse LLC Liquor License City Clerk Hanson stated Jimmie's Old Southern BBQ, LLC has requested an On-Sale Wine and Sunday liquor license for their new restaurant, Jimmie's Old Southern BBQ. They will be located at 3845 Lexington Avenue North, Arden Hills, Minnesota. Staff is in receipt of all the necessary paperwork and associated fees, and background checks have been successfully completed by the Ramsey County Sheriff's Office. City Clerk Hanson reported all required information will be submitted to the Minnesota Department of Public Safety Alcohol & Gambling Enforcement upon approval of the license by the City Council. The State can then proceed with its next steps in the approval process. She noted that this restaurant will be located at the new Lexington Station 11 building, which is currently under construction, so the City liquor license will not be formally issued until a fire inspection by the Lake Johanna Fire Department has been conducted and a Certificate of Occupancy has been issued by the City. Mayor Grant opened the public hearing at 7:14 p.m. With no one coming forward to speak, Mayor Grant closed the public hearing at 7:15 p.m. MOTION: Mayor Grant moved and Councilmember Holmes seconded a motion to approve the Liquor License for Jimmie's Old Southern BBO Smokehouse. The motion carried (3-0). 9. NEW BUSINESS None. 10. UNFINISHED BUSINESS None. 11. COUNCIL COMMENTS Councilmember Scott stated he completed his first ride-along with the Ramsey County Sheriff's Department last week. He thanked the Ramsey County Deputy and encouraged residents to drive safely and watch for deer during the twilight hours. Councilmember Scott commented he attended the Lake Johanna Fire Department Open House at Station 3 last Saturday. Councilmember Scott invited the public to attend the City sponsored Boo Bash on Saturday, October 27. ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL—OCTOBER 8, 2018 4 Councilmember Holmes stated on Thursday, October 11 NYFS would be holding their Taste of Northeast Fundraiser at Vadnais Heights Commons. She reported the event would begin at 5:00 p.m. Councilmember Holmes explained she has received a number of complaints on Hamline Avenue. She requested this roadway be discussed with the County at a future worksession meeting. Mayor Grant stated there would be a groundbreaking ceremony for the Red Bulls at 12:00 p.m. on Monday, October 15. Mayor Grant indicated he received an email regarding Safe Routes to Schools and noted additional monies were available. He requested staff make the school district aware of this funding. Mayor Grant requested a brief update on the Springhill Suites by Marriot hotel. Public Works Director/City Engineer Polka stated the developer has mobilized and understood work would begin when the weather permits. ADJOURN MOTION: Councilmember Holmes moved and Councilmember Scott seconded a motion to adjourn. The motion carried unanimously (3-0). Mayor Grant adjourned the Regular City Council Meeting at 7:29 p.m. mix A Ju ' anson David Grant Cit Clerk Mayor