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HomeMy WebLinkAbout11-12-19-R It -AR.,DEN HILLS Approved: November 25, 2019 CITY OF ARDEN HILLS,MINNESOTA REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING NOVEMBER 12,2019 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 Fran Holmes, Dave McClung and Steve Scott Absent: Councilmember Brenda Holden (excused) Also present: City Administrator Dave Perrault; Interim Public Works Director/City Engineer Todd Blomstrom; Finance Director Gayle Bauman: and Community Development Manager/City Planner Mike Mrosla; PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 1. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Councilmember Holmes requested Items 6F and 6H be pulled from the Consent Agenda for discussion as Items 7A and 7B. MOTION: Councilmember Holmes moved and Councilmember McClung seconded a motion to approve the meeting agenda as amended. The motion carried unanimously (4-0). 2. PUBLIC INQUIRIESANFORMATIONAL Lynn Diaz, 1143 Ingerson Road, commented on the growing need for affordable housing in the school district. She reported there were 200 students that were homeless last year and there were many other homeless people. She commented on affordable housing and the comprehensive plan. Mayor Grant commented the City's Comprehensive Plan was currently under review by the Metropolitan Council and meets all required guidelines. He thanked Ms. Diaz for coming forward ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL—NOVEMBER 12, 2019 2 and explained staff would be responding to Ms. Diaz with a more comprehensive answer to her questions. 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 litigation with Ramsey County was ongoing. B. Transportation Update Interim Public Works Director/City Engineer Blomstrom reported the south bound lanes for the I-35W project were shifted to newly paved lanes this past weekend. He explained the ramp closures will end this week. He stated drivers can expect both directions of I-35W to return to their normal lane configurations by Thursday, November 14 1h for the winter season. Interim Public Works Director/City Engineer Blomstrom indicated a representative from MnDOT would be attending the Monday, November 18th worksession meeting where access to Highway 51 will be discussed. He commented further on the number of people in the City of Arden Hills that were sent notification for this meeting. 5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A. October 7, 2019, Special City Council Executive(Closed) B. October 14, 2019, Regular City Council C. October 17, 2019, Special Regular City Council D. October 21, 2019, Special City Council Executive (Closed) E. October 21, 2019, City Council Work Session F. October 28, 2019, Special City Council Executive (Closed) G. October 28, 2019, Regular City Council MOTION: Councilmember McClung moved and Councilmember Holmes seconded a motion to approve the October 7, 2019, Special Citv Council Executive (Closed) meeting minutes, October 14, 2019, Regular City Council meeting minutes, October 17, 2019, Special Regular City Council, October 21, 2019, Special City Council Executive (Closed) meeting minutes, October 21, 2019, City Council Work Session meeting minutes, October 28, 2019, Special City Council Executive (Closed) meeting minutes; and October 28, 2019, Regular City Council meeting minutes as presented. The motion carried unanimously (4-0). ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL—NOVEMBER 12, 2019 3 6. CONSENT CALENDAR A. Motion to Approve Consent Agenda Item -Claims and Payroll B. Motion to Authorize Transfer from General Fund to Capital Improvement (PIR) Fund C. Motion to Approve Appointment of Public Works Office Support Specialist D. Motion to Acknowledge the Application of Catholic United Financial for an Exempt Permit to Conduct a Raffle with the Drawing being March 12, 2020, with No Waiting Period E. Motion to Approve Resolution 2019-038 — 2020 Curbside and Non-Curbside Recycling Fees F. MAtien to n....,oye Or-di.,.nee No. 2019 ON Amending rhapteF to Regulating G. Motion to Approve Payment No. 2 and Change Order Nos. 3 and 4 — Pember Companies—Colleen Avenue Drainage Improvements 14. Metion to n ppr-eye Payment No. 10 Ne.thwest Asphalt. ine. 2018 Street and Utility T ' I Pr-eject I. Motion to Approve Payment No. 2 and Change Order No. 1 — Bituminous Roadways—Tennis Court Improvements at Cummings and Royal Hills Parks MOTION: Councilmember Holmes moved and Councilmember McClune seconded a motion to approve the Consent Calendar as amended removing Items 6F and 6H and to authorize execution of all necessary documents contained therein. The motion carried unanimously(4-0). 7. PULLED CONSENT ITEMS A. Motion to Approve Ordinance No. 2019-008 Amending Chapter 10, Regulating Nonessential Water Usage Upon a Critical Water Deficiency and Authorize Publication of Summary Ordinance Councilmember Holmes requested action on this item be tabled because she had questions on the matter regarding what the violation amount would be and would like comment from the City Attorney. Interim Public Works Director/City Engineer Blomstrom stated there was no rush to approve this item. He explained it was his understanding the violation amount would be set on the City's fee schedule. MOTION: Councilmember Holmes moved and Councilmember McClung seconded a motion to table action on Ordinance No.2019-008. The motion carried (4-0). B. Motion to Approve Payment No. 10 — Northwest Asphalt, Inc. — 2018 Street and Utility Improvement Project ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL—NOVEMBER 12, 2019 4 Councilmember Holmes stated residents have expressed concern to her with the timing of this project and when the final work would be completed. She reported the residents should have been told the work would not begin until September instead of May. Interim Public Works Director/City Engineer Blomstrom explained the project had gone far past the completion date. He reported the change in staffing resulted in a lack of coordination regarding delays and liquidated damages. He stated staff would be diligent about completion dates going forward. MOTION: Councilmember Holmes moved and Councilmember McClung seconded a motion to approve Payment No. 10 to Northwest Asphalt, Inc. for the 2018 Street and Utility Improvement Project. The motion carried (4-0). 8. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. Namaste India Liquor License City Administrator Perrault stated it came to the City's attention that Namaste India recently began operating in the Nutmeg Brewing location. City staff reached out to the business owner and he confirmed the restaurant is now operating under the business name Namaste India. Based on the fact that this restaurant is operating under a new business name, Namaste India, a public hearing and formal Council approval of a wine and beer license is required. All necessary paperwork has been submitted, a satisfactory background check and inspection have been performed by the Ramsey County Sheriff's Office, as well as an inspection by the Fire Marshall. Mayor Grant opened the public hearing at 7:23 p.m. With no one coming forward to speak, Mayor Grant closed the public hearing at 7:24 p.m. B. Planning Case 19-002 — Easement Vacation — Northridge Apartments Addition—Summit Development Community Development Manager/City Planner Mrosla stated the applicant has requested a Vacation of Easement in order to consolidate existing lots located at 1718, 1720, 1722 Parkshore Drive and 4177 Old Highway 10 into one lot for a multi-family senior living complex, as approved in Planning Case 19-002. A request for a Vacation of Easement requires a public hearing before the City Council. Community Development Manager/City Planner Mrosla explained the Applicant is requesting vacate all existing drainage, right of way and utility easements as created and dedicated in North Ridge Apartments Addition, according to the recorded plat thereof, Ramsey County, Minnesota, lying over, under, and across Lots 1, 2, 3, and 4, Block 1, and the Park. The City previously approved the Final Plat and Planned Unit Development for North Ridge Apartments in 1989. The project consisted of four (4) stand-alone apartment buildings, located on four (4) individual lots. Due to financial constraints, the developer was unable to move forward with the project and the PUD expired in January 1992. However, the lot subdivision and easements remained in effect. ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL—NOVEMBER 12, 2019 5 The Interim Public Works Director/City Engineer has reviewed and approved the proposed easement vacations. Councilmember Scott asked if staff received any comments or questions from the public. Community Development Manager/City Planner Mrosla reported he did not receive any comments or questions from the public. Mayor Grant opened the public hearing at 7:26 p.m. With no one coming forward to speak, Mayor Grant closed the public hearing at 7:27 p.m. 9. NEW BUSINESS A. Approval of Namaste India Liquor License City Administrator Perrault stated the City Council held a public hearing earlier this evening regarding the proposed wine and beer license for Namaste India, formerly known as Nutmeg Brewing (Bidhipur Brewing Company). It was noted staff is in receipt of all necessary paperwork which includes a new City liquor application and the State's wine and beer license application form. All necessary background checks and inspections by the Ramsey County Sheriffs Office and Fire Marshall have been conducted satisfactorily. City Administrator Perrault reported if approved by the City Council, staff will submit the approved application and certificate to the State for finalization. Please note this license will be valid through December 31, 2019 (Namaste India will need to renew its license for 2020 like all other liquor license holders). It is also important to note that liquor licenses held by bowling alleys, hotels, and restaurants do not affect the number of allowable licenses as all of the City's licenses are held by a restaurant or bowling alley with the exception of Cub Foods, so the City is within the number of allowable licenses. MOTION: Councilmember McClung moved and Councilmember Holmes seconded a motion to Approve a Wine and Liquor License for Namaste India, formerly known as Nutmeg Brewing (Bidhipur Brewing Company) located at 3673 Lexington Avenue, Suite L. The motion carried (4-0). B. Resolution 2019-039 — Planning Case 19-002 — Approving Vacation of Easements—Northridge Apartments Addition—Summit Development Community Development Manager/City Planner Mrosla stated the applicant has requested a Vacation of Easement in order to consolidate existing lots located at 1718, 1720, 1722 Parkshore Drive and 4177 Old Highway 10 into one lot for a multi-family senior living complex, as approved in Planning Case 19-002. The Applicant is requesting vacate all existing drainage, right of way and utility easements as created and dedicated in North Ridge Apartments Addition, according to the recorded plat thereof, Ramsey County, Minnesota, lying over, under, and across Lots 1, 2, 3, and 4, Block 1, and the Park. The City previously approved the Final Plat and Planned Unit Development for North Ridge Apartments in 1989. The project consisted of four(4) ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL—NOVEMBER 12, 2019 6 stand-alone apartment buildings, located on four (4) individual lots. Due to financial constraints, the developer was unable to move forward with the project and the PUD expired in January 1992. However, the lot subdivision and easements remained in effect. The Interim Public Works Director/City Engineer has reviewed and approved the proposed easement vacations. Staff recommended approval of the vacation of the easements with conditions. MOTION: Councilmember McClung moved and Councilmember Holmes seconded a motion to Adopt Resolution 2019-039 Approving a Vacation of Easements at 1718, 1720, 1722 Parkshore Drive and 4177 Old Highway 10, subject to four (4) conditions. The motion carried (4-0). C. Republic Recycling Contract Extension to May 3,2021 Community Development Manager/City Planner Mrosla stated the existing recycling contract with Republic Services is set to expire on May 4, 2020, unless an extension is granted by the City Council. Staff is proposing a one (1) year extension of the current contract with Republic Services in order to evaluate recycling related needs of the community. Staff intends to discuss 2021 recycling contract RFP with City Council at a future workshop in early 2020. If an extension is approved it provides staff an opportunity to reevaluate the city's recycling needs and provide a full recommend. Councilmember Holmes asked if the current contract with Republic Services has any impact on the cleanup day. Community Development Manager/City Planner Mrosla reported Republic Services does not have any impact on this event. Councilmember Holmes requested staff speak with the City of Brooklyn Center to learn more about their clean up day that occurs every other year. Mayor Grant stated it was his understanding the City of Blaine allows residents to have six large items per year picked up curbside. MOTION: Councilmember McClung moved and Councilmember Holmes seconded a motion to approve the Addendum to the Recycling Services Contract with Republic Services in order to extend the current contract from May 4,2020 to May 3,2021. The motion carried (4-0). 10. UNFINISHED BUSINESS None. 11. COUNCIL COMMENTS Councilmember Scott stated on Thursday, November 21' the Ramsey County League of Local Government would be holding their annual meeting. He reported the program would begin at 6:00 p.m. and the cost was $40 per person. ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL—NOVEMBER 12, 2019 7 Councilmember McClung thanked the Public Works crews for keeping the City's streets in excellent condition during the winter months and stated he appreciated all of the work they do all year. Councilmember Holmes explained she watched the last Planning Commission meeting and noted concerns were raised regarding the heavy levels of traffic around the Mounds View High School during drop off and pickup times. She requested this matter be discussed by the Council at a future worksession meeting. She recommended safety measures be implemented prior to next summer. Mayor Grant reported he was working to put together a special meeting with the school district for Wednesday,November 20th Councilmember Holmes commented on the items the Council would be addressing at the Monday,November 18th worksession meeting. Mayor Grant stated staff would be sending the snow plowing guidelines to the City Council for review prior to the winter snow plowing season. City Administrator Perrault spoke to the Council regarding the recent election. He explained the vacant County Commission seat would be filled by Nicole Frethem. He reported the Mounds View School District referendum passed. Councilmember Holmes commented there were concerns with signage and the location of Precinct 2. She stated she was uncertain if North Heights Church was the right location for this Precinct. Mayor Grant reported elections and polling locations would be discussed at the Monday, November 18th worksession meeting. ADJOURN MOTION: Councilmember Holmes moved and Councilmember McClung seconded a motion to adiourn. The motion carried unanimously(4-0). Mayor Grant adjourned the Regular City Council Meeting at 7:49 p.m. Dave Perrault David Grant City Administrator Mayor