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Food Truck Ordinance Discussion
Dave Perrault, City Administrator
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Launch Properties Concept Plan –3737 Lexington Avenue
Bruce Carlson, Launch Properties
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ATTACHMENT A.PDF
ATTACHMENT B.PDF
ATTACHMENT C.PDF
ATTACHMENT D.PDF
ATTACHMENT E.PDF
PTRC Joint Meeting
Joe Vaughan, Recreation Supervisor
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ATTACHMENT A.PDF
ATTACHMENT B.PDF
ARPA Funding Follow Up
Gayle Bauman, Finance Director
MEMO.PDF
New Resident Guide
Dave Perrault, City Administrator
MEMO.PDF
Discussion On Planning Commission Joint Meeting
Jessica Jagoe, City Planner
MEMO.PDF
State Of The City Discussion
Dave Perrault, City Administrator
MEMO.PDF
Council Tracker
Dave Perrault, City Administrator
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COUNCIL/STAFF COMMENTS
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Mayor:
David Grant
Councilmembers:
Brenda Holden
Fran Holmes
Steve Scott
David Radziej
City Council Work Session
Agenda
April 18, 2022
5:00 p.m.
City Hall
Address:
1245 W Highway 96
Arden Hills MN 55112
Phone:
651 -792 -7800
Website :
www.cityofardenhills.org
City Vision
Arden Hills is a strong community that values its unique environmental setting, strong residential
neighborhoods, vital business community, well -maintained infrastructure, fiscal soundness, and our
long -standing tradition as a desirable City in which to live, work, and play.
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AGENDA ITEMSFood Truck Ordinance DiscussionDave Perrault, City AdministratorMEMO.PDFATTACHMENT A.PDFLaunch Properties Concept Plan –3737 Lexington AvenueBruce Carlson, Launch PropertiesMEMO.PDFATTACHMENT A.PDFATTACHMENT B.PDFATTACHMENT C.PDFATTACHMENT D.PDFATTACHMENT E.PDFPTRC Joint MeetingJoe Vaughan, Recreation Supervisor
MEMO.PDF
ATTACHMENT A.PDF
ATTACHMENT B.PDF
ARPA Funding Follow Up
Gayle Bauman, Finance Director
MEMO.PDF
New Resident Guide
Dave Perrault, City Administrator
MEMO.PDF
Discussion On Planning Commission Joint Meeting
Jessica Jagoe, City Planner
MEMO.PDF
State Of The City Discussion
Dave Perrault, City Administrator
MEMO.PDF
Council Tracker
Dave Perrault, City Administrator
MEMO.PDF
COUNCIL/STAFF COMMENTS
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Mayor:David GrantCouncilmembers:Brenda HoldenFran HolmesSteve ScottDavid Radziej City Council Work Session Agenda April 18, 2022 5:00 p.m. City Hall Address:1245 W Highway 96Arden Hills MN 55112Phone:651 -792 -7800Website:www.cityofardenhills.orgCity VisionArden Hills is a strong community that values its unique environmental setting, strong residential neighborhoods, vital business community, well -maintained infrastructure, fiscal soundness, and our long -standing tradition as a desirable City in which to live, work, and play.CALL TO ORDER1.1.A.Documents:1.B.Documents:1.C.Documents:
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AGENDA ITEM – 1A
MEMORANDUM
DATE: April 18, 2022 TO: Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers FROM: Dave Perrault, City Administrator SUBJECT: Food Truck Public Engagement
Budgeted Amount: Actual Amount: Funding Source:
N/A N/A N/A
For Council Consideration
The City Council will provide an opportunity for members of the public to provide their feedback
to the City Council regarding the existing food truck ordinance.
Background
The City Council will provide members of the public the opportunity to provide input regarding the
City’s existing ordinance regarding the regulation of food trucks. The City Council will take input
from the public between 5:00 pm and 5:30 pm on Monday, April 18th. This will take place at City
Hall (1245 Highway 96 West) in the Council Chambers. At 5:30 pm the Council will move on to
other business.
The City Council previously considered updates to its Food Truck Ordinance at its June 14, 2021
City Council meeting (full memo and attachments are included under Attachment A of this memo).
At the meeting, Council decided to table the item to a future work session for further discussion.
The proposed updates would have imposed the following:
• Requiring the property owner/event host to obtain permit to host a food truck (similar to
garage sales)
• Limiting the number of times a residential property could host a food truck to two events
per calendar year
• Set an administrative penalty for violations of the ordinance ($100)
It should be noted while the above changes are what the Council previously contemplated, the
Council is seeking input on all aspects of the food truck ordinance, comments do not need to be
limited to what was previously discussed.
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As the ordinance stands today, a residential property can host a food truck, but the sales are limited
to those attending a private/catered event, such as, a wedding or graduation party. From an
enforcement perspective, it is difficult for the City to define what is considered a “private” event
versus what constitutes sales to the general public. Non-residential properties are allowed to host
food trucks and make sales to the general public, for example, Mounds View High School could
host a food truck and make sales to the general public.
In 2021, the City issued 24 food truck licenses. Of those licenses, approximately 10 were for non-
residential properties, such as, the University of Northwestern, Mounds View High School or
Valentine Hills Elementary hosting a food truck. The remaining 14 licenses were residential
properties hosting food trucks.
Of those residential properties, 3 reported to be a private or catered event, and 11 were for ongoing
neighborhood gatherings. These numbers represent information reported to the City at the time of
license application and may not represent the full extent of where licensed trucks operated in the
City thereafter. For example, a previously licensed truck may have been subsequently hired at a
different residential or non-residential property later in the summer which did not report the event
to the City, or an event could have been later cancelled by the vendor or resident, making this
difficult to track.
For reference, the Minnesota Department of Health licenses food trucks to ensure safe operation
and food preparation standards are met. The City also licenses food trucks that operate in the City
to ensure they meet City Ordinance requirements; the City also has the fire department inspect food
trucks to ensure they meet minimum fire safety standards. There is no standard on regulating food
trucks for Cities, some cities have little to no regulation while others have regulations similar to
ours.
Budget Impact
N/A
Attachment
Attachment A: June 14, 2021 Memo on Proposed Food Truck Ordinance Changes
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NEW BUSINESS ITEM – 9B
MEMORANDUM
DATE: June 14, 2021 TO: Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers
Dave Perrault, City Administrator FROM: Julie Hanson, City Clerk SUBJECT: Consideration of Food Truck Ordinance Updates
Budgeted Amount: Actual Amount: Funding Source:
N/A N/A N/A
Council Should Consider
Motions to approve, table, or deny the following:
• Ordinance 2021-005 Amending Chapter 3, Section 320 - Limited, Temporary Permits,
Subsections 320.09, 320.10 and 320.12; Section 395, Subsection 395.05, Subd. 1 and
Subd. 2A; and Subsection 395.06; and Ordinance 2021-006 Amending 2021 Fee
Schedule
All items need a simple majority for action unless otherwise noted.
Background/Discussion
At its special work session on May 24, 2021 the City Council directed staff to provide draft
language amending City Code pertaining to mobile food units/food trucks to include
implementing a residential food truck permit which caps private residential properties at two
catered events per calendar year and a fee violation in the amount of $100. Attached is a copy of
the draft May 24, 2021 special work session draft minutes which are slated for consideration of
approval at this June 14, 2021 regular City Council meeting.
These items would require an amendment to City Code Chapter 3 and also the 2021 Fee
Schedule should the Council wish to move forward.
Attached for Council review and consideration are a red-lined and clean version of the amended
ordinance, a summary ordinance for publication, a red-lined and clean version of the draft 2021
Fee Schedule, and a draft residential food truck permit.
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Budget Impact
N/A
Attachments
A: Draft Ordinance 2021-005 (red-lined version)
B. Final Ordinance 2021-005 (clean version)
C. Summary Ordinance 2021-005
D. Draft Ordinance 2021-006 Fee Schedule (red-lined version – page 7)
E. Final Ordinance 2021-006 Fee Schedule (clean version – page 7)
F. Draft residential Food Truck permit
G. Draft May 24, 2021 Special Work Session minutes
ORDINANCE NO. 2021-005
CITY OF ARDEN HILLS
COUNTY OF RAMSEY
STATE OF MINNESOTA
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 3,
SECTION 320, SUBSECTIONS 320.09, 320.10 AND 320.12;
SECTION 395, SUBSECTION 395.05, SUBD. 1 AND SUBD. 2A;
AND SUBSECTION 395.06 OF THE ARDEN HILLS CITY CODE
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARDEN HILLS, MINNESOTA, ORDAINS:
SECTION 1. Chapter 3 – Licenses and Regulations, Section 320 – Limited,
Temporary Permits, Subsections 320.09, 320.10 and 320.12 are hereby amended by deleting
strikethrough language and adding the underlined language as follows:
320.09 Businesses, Occupations, and Activities for which Permit Fee not Required.
The activities for which permit fees shall not be required, but nevertheless a permit shall be
required, are as follows:
∙ Purchase of fireworks and operation of fireworks display or program;
∙ Boutique or garage sale;
. Mobile food unit/food truck catered parties/events; and
∙ Newspaper distribution locations.
320.10 Approval.
Approval of an application for a permit to engage in the following type of activity shall be
granted by the body, department or officer of the City indicated across therefrom in the following
schedule:
∙ Circuses and carnivals: City Council;
∙ Commercial advertising distribution: City's designated law enforcement provider and City
Administrator;
∙ Installation or construction of courtesy benches or shelters: City's designated law
enforcement provider and City Administrator, if such a bench or shelter is to abut a county road,
county permission must also be obtained;
∙ Fireworks purchase and/or display: City Council;
∙ Flea markets or commercial sidewalk sales: City Council;
∙ Boutiques or garage sales at a private home: City's designated law enforcement provider
and City Administrator;
. Mobile food unit/food truck catered parties/events: City’s designated law enforcement
provider and City Administrator;
∙ Group picnics or camping: park director and City Administrator;
∙ Peddlers, solicitors and transient merchants: City Administrator;
∙ Newspaper distribution locations: City's designated law enforcement provider and City
Administrator;
∙ Outdoor concerts: City Council; and
∙ Roadside stands: City Administrator.
320.12 Limit on Occasion of Mobile Food Unit/Food Truck Catered Parties/Events on
Residential Properties.
A residential property shall be limited to no more than two (2) mobile food unit/food truck
catered events per calendar year.
SECTION 2. Chapter 3 – Licenses and Regulations, Section 395 - Mobile Food Units,
Subsection 395.05, Subd.1 and Subd. 2A, and Subsection 395.06 are hereby amended by
deleting strikethrough language and adding the underlined language as follows:
395.05 Conditions of Licensing.
A mobile food unit may only operate as set forth in the following:
Subd. 1 Locations. A mobile food unit may only operate in the locations set forth in this
paragraph and as specified in the permit. A mobile food unit may operate in a private
commercial or industrial parking lot and on private residential property, with the written consent
of the private property owner.
When operations occur on private residential property, mobile food unit sales may only be for
catering purposes (such as a private graduation party or wedding) and not open for sales or
service to the general public. Sales or service may only be made only to the applicant of the
residential mobile food unit/food truck permit, their family and guests at the catered event.
The owner of the residential property must have obtained required city permits for the event as
required by Section 320 or other provision of this Code.
A mobile food unit may only operate in a City park or on City property and or rights of way with
the prior written approval or permit by the City and as specified in the approval or permit, and
additional park or other permits may be required for such operations.
Subd. 2 Performance standards. A mobile food unit licensee is subject to the following
performance standards:
A. Any mobile food unit with an annual license may not operate on the same non-
residential propertyor commercial property for more than twenty-one (21) days total during any
calendar year, and any mobile food unit with an annual or temporary license may operate at no
more than two catered events at a residential property during any calendar year, provided the
owner of the residential property has obtained all required permits for the event and has
complied with all terms of those permits.
395.06 Suspension or Revocation of a License, Criminal Penalty.
A license may be suspended, revoked, or denied for renewal for any violations of this Code or
conditions of any license. Any violation of this Code or provisions of any license shall be a
misdemeanor. It shall be a violation for a property owner to allow a mobile food unit to operate
on their property in violation of this Code or conditions of any license, and the property owner
may be charged with a misdemeanor or administrative penalty set by the Council (see current
Fee Schedule – Appendix As/charges ordinance).
SECTION 3. This Ordinance shall become effective immediately upon its passage and
publication according to law.
PASSED and ADOPTED this 14th day of June, 2021, by the City Council of the City of
Arden Hills, Minnesota.
CITY OF ARDEN HILLS
By ________________________________
David Grant, Mayor
ATTEST:
______________________________
Julie Hanson, City Clerk
ORDINANCE NO. 2021-005
CITY OF ARDEN HILLS
COUNTY OF RAMSEY
STATE OF MINNESOTA
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 3,
SECTION 320, SUBSECTIONS 320.09, 320.10 AND 320.12;
SECTION 395, SUBSECTION 395.05, SUBD. 1 AND SUBD. 2A;
AND SUBSECTION 395.06 OF THE ARDEN HILLS CITY CODE
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARDEN HILLS, MINNESOTA, ORDAINS:
SECTION 1. Chapter 3 – Licenses and Regulations, Section 320 – Limited,
Temporary Permits, Subsections 320.09, 320.10 and 320.12 are hereby amended as follows:
320.09 Businesses, Occupations, and Activities for which Permit Fee not Required.
The activities for which permit fees shall not be required, but nevertheless a permit shall be
required, are as follows:
∙ Purchase of fireworks and operation of fireworks display or program;
∙ Boutique or garage sale;
. Mobile food unit/food truck catered parties/events; and
∙ Newspaper distribution locations.
320.10 Approval.
Approval of an application for a permit to engage in the following type of activity shall be
granted by the body, department or officer of the City indicated across therefrom in the following
schedule:
∙ Circuses and carnivals: City Council;
∙ Commercial advertising distribution: City's designated law enforcement provider and City
Administrator;
∙ Installation or construction of courtesy benches or shelters: City's designated law
enforcement provider and City Administrator, if such a bench or shelter is to abut a county road,
county permission must also be obtained;
∙ Fireworks purchase and/or display: City Council;
∙ Flea markets or commercial sidewalk sales: City Council;
∙ Boutiques or garage sales at a private home: City's designated law enforcement provider
and City Administrator;
. Mobile food unit/food truck catered parties/events: City’s designated law enforcement
provider and City Administrator;
∙ Group picnics or camping: park director and City Administrator;
∙ Peddlers, solicitors and transient merchants: City Administrator;
∙ Newspaper distribution locations: City's designated law enforcement provider and City
Administrator;
∙ Outdoor concerts: City Council; and
∙ Roadside stands: City Administrator.
320.12 Limit on Occasion of Mobile Food Unit/Food Truck Catered Parties/Events on
Residential Properties.
A residential property shall be limited to no more than two (2) mobile food unit/food truck
catered events per calendar year.
SECTION 2. Chapter 3 – Licenses and Regulations, Section 395 - Mobile Food Units,
Subsection 395.05, Subd.1 and Subd. 2A, and Subsection 395.06 are hereby amended by as
follows:
395.05 Conditions of Licensing.
A mobile food unit may only operate as set forth in the following:
Subd. 1 Locations. A mobile food unit may only operate in the locations set forth in this
paragraph and as specified in the permit. A mobile food unit may operate in a private
commercial or industrial parking lot and on private residential property, with the written consent
of the private property owner.
When operations occur on private residential property, mobile food unit sales may only be for
catering purposes (such as a private graduation party or wedding) and not open for sales or
service to the general public. Sales or service may only be made only to the applicant of the
residential mobile food unit/food truck permit, their family and guests at the catered event.
The owner of the residential property must have obtained required city permits for the event as
required by Section 320 or other provision of this Code.
A mobile food unit may only operate in a City park or on City property or rights of way with the
prior written approval or permit by the City and as specified in the approval or permit, and
additional park or other permits may be required for such operations.
Subd. 2 Performance standards. A mobile food unit licensee is subject to the following
performance standards:
A. Any mobile food unit with an annual license may not operate on the same non-
residential or commercial property for more than twenty-one (21) days total during any calendar
year, and any mobile food unit with an annual or temporary license may operate at no more than
two catered events at a residential property during any calendar year, provided the owner of the
residential property has obtained all required permits for the event and has complied with all
terms of those permits.
395.06 Suspension or Revocation of a License, Criminal Penalty.
A license may be suspended, revoked, or denied for renewal for any violations of this Code or
conditions of any license. Any violation of this Code or provisions of any license shall be a
misdemeanor. It shall be a violation for a property owner to allow a mobile food unit to operate
on their property in violation of this Code or conditions of any license, and the property owner
may be charged with a misdemeanor or administrative penalty set by the Council (see current
Fee Schedule – Appendix A).
SECTION 3. This Ordinance shall become effective immediately upon its passage and
publication according to law.
PASSED and ADOPTED this 14th day of June, 2021, by the City Council of the City of
Arden Hills, Minnesota.
CITY OF ARDEN HILLS
By ________________________________
David Grant, Mayor
ATTEST:
______________________________
Julie Hanson, City Clerk
SUMMARY ORDINANCE NO. 2021-005
CITY OF ARDEN HILLS
RAMSEY COUNTY, MINNESOTA
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 3,
SECTION 320, SUBSECTIONS 320.09, 320.10 AND 320.12;
SECTION 395, SUBSECTION 395.05, SUBD. 1 AND SUBD. 2A;
AND SUBSECTION 395.06 OF THE ARDEN HILLS CITY CODE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that, on June 14, 2021, Ordinance No. 2021-005 was
adopted by the City Council of the City of Arden Hills, Minnesota.
NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that, because of the lengthy nature of Ordinance No.
2021-005, the following summary of the ordinance has been prepared for publication.
NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that the ordinance adopted by the City Council adds
Mobile food unit/food truck as an activity requiring a permit fee for catered parties/events. The
Ordinance requires approval from the City for Mobile food unit/food truck activities; provides that
a residential property is limited to two Mobile food unit/food truck catered events per calendar
year; and provides additional conditions of licensing regarding permit requirements and criminal
penalty.
A printed copy of the whole ordinance is available for inspection by any person during the
City’s regular office hours or on the City’s website.
APPROVED for publication by the City Council of the City of Arden Hills, Minnesota,
this 14th day of June, 2021.
CITY OF ARDEN HILLS
By __________________________________
David Grant, Mayor
ATTEST:
_________________________________
Julie Hanson, City Clerk
Published in the Pioneer Press on June 16th, 2021
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City of Arden Hills
Ordinance 2021-0026 – Appendix A
Amended 2021 Fee Schedule
I. Administrative
Dogs/Cats – Licenses Two years (Pro-rated for second
year @ $15.00)
$30.00
Dogs/Cats – Duplicate Tags Each $6.50
Dogs/Cats – Boarding $22.00 per day
Dogs/Cats – Impoundment Fee $50.00
Dogs/Cats – Surrender Fee Each $25.00
Dogs – Residential Kennel
License
Annual $21.00
Dogs – Dangerous Dog Fee Annual $500.00
Dogs – Potentially Dangerous
Dog Fee
Annual $250.00
Copying – General City Material $0.25 8 ½ x 11; $0.50 large. Per
Page. Add postage if mailing
copies
Assessment Search $53.00 per half hour
Private Activity Revenue Bonds Non-refundable application fee $500.00
Annual Administrative Fee 1/8 of 1% (0.125%) of
outstanding principal balance of
the bonds for the life of the bonds
Reimbursement of all City costs
II. Building Construction (All permits are non-refundable after 90 days)
Building Permits – Permit Fee Fees shall be based according to
the 2020 State Statute 326B.153
and are determined by the City’s
Building Official
Commercial Building Permits –
Plan Review Fee
65% of Building Permit Fee.
Payment equaling half of this fee
is due at time of permit submittal
(non-refundable)
Residential New
Construction/Additions – Escrow
$2,000
Temporary Certificate of
Occupancy (CO)
Escrow To be determined by Building
Official
Building Permits – Re-inspection $63.25 per State Statute
326B.153
Building Permits – Manufactured
Home Location ,
$100.00 + State Surcharge fee as
outlined in State Statute
326B.148
Building Permits – Demolition Permit Fee $100.00 + State Surcharge fee as
outlined in Statute 326B.148
Escrow $2,000
Building Permits – Special
Investigations
100% of Permit Fee
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Water Meter/Spacer Charges –
Greater than 1”
Contact Public Works for Quote
Water Connection Fee –
Connection fee for previously
un-served or expanded lots
$855.00 per acre or portion
thereof
Water Availability Fee –
New or Additional Units
The units are based on the
Metropolitan Council’s formula
for calculating new sewer
availability charge (SAC) units
$ 1,375 per unit
Sewer Connection Fee –
Connection fee for previously
un-served or expanded lots
$840.00 per acre or portion
thereof
Sewer Availability Fee –
New or Additional Units
The units are based on the
Metropolitan Council’s formula
for calculating new sewer
availability charge (SAC) units
$ 825.00 per unit
Sewer Permits – Service
Installation/Alternations/Repairs
Per inspection $42.00
Sewer Permits – Plan Review
Fee
Set by Inspector
Sewer Permits – Reinspections $42.00 per hour
Sewer Access Charge Set by Met Council Annually $2,485.00 (Contact Met Council)
Sanitary Sewer Utility Prohibited
Sump Pump Connection
Surcharge
$100.00 per month
IX. Miscellaneous/Retail Activities
Boutique/Garage Sale Application/notification of City
Hall required
No charge
Residential Mobile Food
Unit/Food Truck Permit
Application/notification of City
Hall required
$20.00 per permit (limited to 2
catered events per calendar year)
Administrative Penalty $100.00
Tent Permit $55.00+ State Surcharge
Sidewalk Sales $53.00
Business Licensing –
Amusement Facilities
Includes arcade, dance hall,
movie theater, pool/billiard
tables, bowling alleys, indoor
tennis, skating facility, outdoor
tennis, driving ranges, etc.
$105.00
Business Licensing – Wholesale
Bulk Fuel Storage
Liability insurance required $210.00
Business Licensing –
Hotel/Motel
$6.50 per room
Business Licensing – Courtesy
Bench, Non-advertising
$26.00
Business Licensing – Courtesy
Bench, Advertising
$79.00
Business Licensing –
Mechanical/Electronic Devices
Includes musical devices,
amusement rides, bowling alleys,
etc.
$15.00 per location + $15.00 per
machine
(MN Statute 449.15 sets
maximum permit fee at $15 per
location and $15 per machine)
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City of Arden Hills
Ordinance 2021-006 – Appendix A
Amended 2021 Fee Schedule
I. Administrative
Dogs/Cats – Licenses Two years (Pro-rated for second
year @ $15.00)
$30.00
Dogs/Cats – Duplicate Tags Each $6.50
Dogs/Cats – Boarding $22.00 per day
Dogs/Cats – Impoundment Fee $50.00
Dogs/Cats – Surrender Fee Each $25.00
Dogs – Residential Kennel
License
Annual $21.00
Dogs – Dangerous Dog Fee Annual $500.00
Dogs – Potentially Dangerous
Dog Fee
Annual $250.00
Copying – General City Material $0.25 8 ½ x 11; $0.50 large. Per
Page. Add postage if mailing
copies
Assessment Search $53.00 per half hour
Private Activity Revenue Bonds Non-refundable application fee $500.00
Annual Administrative Fee 1/8 of 1% (0.125%) of
outstanding principal balance of
the bonds for the life of the bonds
Reimbursement of all City costs
II. Building Construction (All permits are non-refundable after 90 days)
Building Permits – Permit Fee Fees shall be based according to
the 2020 State Statute 326B.153
and are determined by the City’s
Building Official
Commercial Building Permits –
Plan Review Fee
65% of Building Permit Fee.
Payment equaling half of this fee
is due at time of permit submittal
(non-refundable)
Residential New
Construction/Additions – Escrow
$2,000
Temporary Certificate of
Occupancy (CO)
Escrow To be determined by Building
Official
Building Permits – Re-inspection $63.25 per State Statute
326B.153
Building Permits – Manufactured
Home Location ,
$100.00 + State Surcharge fee as
outlined in State Statute
326B.148
Building Permits – Demolition Permit Fee $100.00 + State Surcharge fee as
outlined in Statute 326B.148
Escrow $2,000
Building Permits – Special
Investigations
100% of Permit Fee
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Water Meter/Spacer Charges –
Greater than 1”
Contact Public Works for Quote
Water Connection Fee –
Connection fee for previously
un-served or expanded lots
$855.00 per acre or portion
thereof
Water Availability Fee –
New or Additional Units
The units are based on the
Metropolitan Council’s formula
for calculating new sewer
availability charge (SAC) units
$ 1,375 per unit
Sewer Connection Fee –
Connection fee for previously
un-served or expanded lots
$840.00 per acre or portion
thereof
Sewer Availability Fee –
New or Additional Units
The units are based on the
Metropolitan Council’s formula
for calculating new sewer
availability charge (SAC) units
$ 825.00 per unit
Sewer Permits – Service
Installation/Alternations/Repairs
Per inspection $42.00
Sewer Permits – Plan Review
Fee
Set by Inspector
Sewer Permits – Reinspections $42.00 per hour
Sewer Access Charge Set by Met Council Annually $2,485.00 (Contact Met Council)
Sanitary Sewer Utility Prohibited
Sump Pump Connection
Surcharge
$100.00 per month
IX. Miscellaneous/Retail Activities
Boutique/Garage Sale Application/notification of City
Hall required
No charge
Residential Mobile Food
Unit/Food Truck Permit
Application/notification of City
Hall required
$20.00 per permit (limited to 2
catered events per calendar year)
Administrative Penalty $100.00
Tent Permit $55.00+ State Surcharge
Sidewalk Sales $53.00
Business Licensing –
Amusement Facilities
Includes arcade, dance hall,
movie theater, pool/billiard
tables, bowling alleys, indoor
tennis, skating facility, outdoor
tennis, driving ranges, etc.
$105.00
Business Licensing – Wholesale
Bulk Fuel Storage
Liability insurance required $210.00
Business Licensing –
Hotel/Motel
$6.50 per room
Business Licensing – Courtesy
Bench, Non-advertising
$26.00
Business Licensing – Courtesy
Bench, Advertising
$79.00
Business Licensing –
Mechanical/Electronic Devices
Includes musical devices,
amusement rides, bowling alleys,
etc.
$15.00 per location + $15.00 per
machine
(MN Statute 449.15 sets
maximum permit fee at $15 per
location and $15 per machine)
City of Arden Hills
1245 West Highway 96
Arden Hills, MN 55112
Phone 651.792.7800 * Fax 651.634.5137
RESIDENTIAL APPLICATION
MOBILE FOOD UNIT/FOOD TRUCK PERMIT
FEE - $20 per permitted catered event
(Limit of 2 catered events per calendar year)
Applicant/Property Owner Name: _______________________________________________________
Applicant/Property Owner Address: _____________________________________________________
Email Address: ________________________________________________________________
Location of Event: ________________________________________________________________
Date of Operation: ________________________________________________________________
Hours of Operation: ______________________________________
Type of Catered Event: ______________________________________________________________
Mobile Food Unit/Food Truck Vendor Name: ____________________________________________
Important Information about Residential Mobile Food Unit/Food Truck Catered Events:
• All mobile food unit/food truck vendors must obtain a City Mobile Food Unit License pursuant to
Chapter 3, Sections 320 and 395
• By signing below, residential property owners acknowledge the following:
o Per Chapter 3, Section 395.05, Subd. 1, sales or service may only be made to the
applicant of this permit and guests at the catered event.
o Per Chapter 3, Section 395.05, Subd. 2 A, a residential property is limited to no more
than two (2) mobile food unit/food truck catered events per calendar year.
I agree to the above:
_____________________________________ ________________________
Signature Date
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________
OFFICE USE ONLY
_______________________________________ _______________________
Approved by City Personnel Date
Approved: June 14, 2021
CITY OF ARDEN HILLS, MINNESOTA
CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL WORK SESSION
MAY 24, 2021
5:45 P.M. - ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, Mayor Grant called to order the City Council
Special Work Session at 5:45 p.m.
Note: On March 20th, 2020 the Mayor signed a determination allowing Councilmembers to
participate in City Council meetings via telephone pursuant to State Statute 13D.021
Present: Mayor David Grant; Councilmembers Fran Holmes, Dave McClung, and
Steve Scott
Absent: Councilmember Brenda Holden (excused)
Also present: City Administrator Dave Perrault; City Clerk Julie Hanson and City
Attorney Joel Jamnik
1. AGENDA ITEMS
A. Food Truck Discussion
City Clerk Hanson stated that the City Council had directed staff to provide draft language
amending City Code pertaining to mobile food units (food trucks) and that staff was looking for
further direction. She said some points to be discussed were clarifying language regarding who
may be served, limiting food trucks on residential properties to two catered events per year,
requiring residential property owners to obtain a permit that could be similar to garage sales, and
implementing a penalty if in violation for which the Council could assign a fine or fee if it so
chooses. She indicated this draft was just a first round draft for Council discussion and depending
on the direction, amendments could involve changes to Sections 395 and 320 and also the Fee
Schedule.
Councilmember Scott asked if food trucks need a permit under the current ordinance when
serving at a one-off catered event such as a graduation party or wedding reception and asked if it
was the responsibility of the resident or the business to obtain the permit.
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City Clerk Hanson stated at this time the City holds the actual vendor responsible for obtaining
the license since they are the business operating at the event. She said that vendors must submit
the City’s application, a Certificate of Insurance, a copy of their Minnesota Department of Health
license and/Ramsey County and then also written permission from the property owner at which
the food truck would be operating.
Councilmember Scott asked for clarification of the temporary license.
City Clerk Hanson stated generally vendors have obtained a temporary license which allows
operation of 7 days or less events in a calendar year.
City Administrator Perrault indicated that the vendor is technically issued a license, not a
permit, and that a permit would be discussed later in the meeting as it pertains to residential
properties.
Councilmember Holmes asked if vendors must obtain permission from the resident in order to
have the event the on the resident’s property.
City Clerk Hanson stated that vendors must obtain written permission from the property owner
and that this applies to all locations, commercial or residential properties. She stated she has been
obtaining written permission from the host property owner prior to issuing a food truck license.
Councilmember Holmes asked about locations of neighborhoods hosting food trucks in the city.
City Clerk Hanson stated that last year the City was aware of one food truck event and
subsequently found out this year that last summer the food trucks had been extended for several
weeks. She said that so far this spring the City had been made aware of two locations in the city
hosting food trucks. She indicated one property owner was following the current ordinance and
providing written permission for trucks operating on their property but that she had not heard from
the property owner of the other location and so had reached out to the property owner via mail.
She indicated that she did not have confirmation that other location was operating and heard
nothing further since the City received a complaint regarding that area. She said that it was
confirmed food trucks were operating in the one area of the city and the vendors had been
obtaining the required license.
Councilmember Holmes asked if there were violations in the past.
City Clerk Hanson replied that potentially, yes.
Councilmember Holmes stated she wanted to discuss requiring a fee for a residential permit
versus a free permit such as is the case for garage sales.
City Administrator Perrault indicated he had spoken with Councilmember Holden who said she
supported this and recommended a fee in the range of $10 to $20.
Mayor Grant asked what a reasonable fee could be and what other similar permits’ fees are.
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City Clerk Hanson stated the City has garage sales and boutiques permits that are no fee permits.
She said there is also a miscellaneous permit application that provides for 5K races at no fee,
block parties at no fee (generally Night to Unite), sidewalk sales at $53, and solicitors/transient
merchants which also have an associated permit and background check fees. She said there are
various general rentals and then the actual business licenses that are more defined.
Councilmember McClung stated he supports the proposal to regulate a commercial health food
service activity in terms of staff time. He indicated he supports a fee be assessed to recuperate the
costs of staff receiving information, answering questions, and so forth and noted the City is not
trying to raise money but rather recuperate staff costs.
Mayor Grant said that charging a fee would enable this function to not be overlooked and
recover staff time.
A short discussion ensued and the City Council agreed to implement a fee of $20 for a residential
food truck permit.
Councilmember Holmes asked about an administrative penalty for a resident not obtaining a
permit and suggested Council discuss a fee of $100.
Mayor Grant asked what the fee was for violations such as a peddler.
City Clerk Hanson deferred to City Attorney Joel Jamnik as this type of particular fee is not
called out currently in the Fee Schedule.
City Attorney Jamnik stated that most misdemeanor violations are on a payables list and may be
reduced if it goes to court. He said that having a $100 administrative penalty could be consistent
with City Ordinance and other charges.
Mayor Grant asked if this fee is consistent with other cities that City Attorney Jamnik represents.
City Attorney Jamnik said that most cities double or triple the initial permit fee but that many do
not have such a small initial fee for a permit of $20.
The City Council agreed to propose a $100 administrative fine.
Councilmember McClung stated regarding conditions of licensing and condition, that he would
like better clarification and proposed taking the word “resident” out so there is no ambiguity as to
the definition of resident.
Mayor Grant agreed as he had attended a catered event in Shoreview, noting he was invited but
is not a resident of Shoreview.
City Attorney Jamnik indicated that the intent of the use of the word resident was to indicate a
resident of the property where the truck will be located. He said the intent is to reference that food
may be provided to the owners of property and their guests but not to the members of the general
public.
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Councilmember McClung stated he was fine with this but would like to better clarify the
language referring to resident.
City Attorney Jamnik stated that the Council can clarify that the resident is the owner of the
property where the truck is located and their guests.
Councilmember McClung stated the purpose of an amendment is to not have a resident say that
anyone they invite is a “guest” as it becomes a community event rather than a private catered
event.
City Attorney Jamnik noted that a fairly broad net can be cast if the City were to try to classify
events and thus enforcement becomes difficult. He stated that rather the City could regulate the
events as far as the number of events allowed at a property.
Councilmember Holmes also questioned the word “resident” and agreed that it is ambiguous.
She recommended that the permit indicate the type of event and thus not be a general invitation.
She said she would prefer to use the word guests as resident is too vague.
City Attorney Jamnik reiterated that limiting the number of events is being proposed just for
residential properties and not commercial establishments.
Councilmember Scott asked for clarification about temporary versus annual licenses and the
duration of such.
City Administrator Perrault stated that the maximum of no more than 21 days applies to non-
residential properties of which can operate up to 21 days at the same location, but the food truck
can operate in other locations in the city throughout the year. He reiterated the 21 days for an
annual license refers to operation at one, single commercial location.
City Attorney Jamnik concurred with the definition of the annual license as it pertains to
commercial properties and reiterated the difference between a temporary and annual license. He
said that under the proposed amendment, a residential property would be limited to two events at
a single residence.
Councilmember Holmes said yes, the food truck can operate at several residential properties as
long as it is not at the same residential property more than twice.
The City Council resumed discussion regarding locations and the reference to “residents” instead
of “guests”.
City Attorney Jamnik said his preference would be to elaborate that residents means owners or
residents of the subject property and not a broader resident of the community or neighborhood.
He suggested adding language to indicate that “resident” is referring to the resident of the
property, the owners, the tenants or other occupants.
Councilmember McClung suggested saying “sales or service may only be made to residents of
the property requesting the permit and guests at the catered event”.
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A short discussion ensued about using the word resident versus owner.
Councilmember McClung further refined the language to state “sales or service may only be
made to the applicant of the residential permit, their family and guests at the catered event”.
A discussion ensued about the ordinance being prospective or to look back in 2021. The City
Council agreed to implement a residential food truck permit capped at two catered events per year
prospective upon adoption of the ordinance and directed staff to bring the changes forward at the
next regular meeting in June.
2. COUNCIL/STAFF COMMENTS
None.
ADJOURN
Mayor Grant adjourned the Special City Council Work Session at 6:25 p.m.
_________________________________ ________________________________
Julie Hanson David Grant
City Clerk Mayor
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AGENDA ITEM – 1B
MEMORANDUM
DATE: April 18, 2022
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers
Dave Perrault, City Administrator
FROM: Jessica Jagoe, City Planner
SUBJECT: Planning Case 22-002 – Concept Plan Review
Launch Properties – 3737 Lexington Avenue and 1133 Grey Fox Road
Budgeted Amount: Actual Amount: Funding Source:
N/A N/A N/A
Council Should Consider
Council should consider a request for a Concept Plan Review for the proposed redevelopment of
the properties at 3737 Lexington Avenue and 1133 Grey Fox Road for the construction of a
standalone car wash and a three tenant outbuilding (i.e. restaurant, dental office, and bank). The
Applicant is seeking feedback from the City Council on the concept plan in advance of the full
submission which would include a land use application for items such as a Subdivision,
Conditional Use Permit, Site Plan Review, and Planned Unit Development.
The Concept Plan Review process is an opportunity for the City Council to provide comments
and questions regarding proposed developments. A concept review is considered advisory and is
nonbinding to the City and Applicant (Section 1320.14, Subd 4 of the Zoning Code). No formal
action can be taken at a Work Session. A formal application will be subject to the full review
process, including a public hearing with Planning Commission and City Council review.
Background
Launch Properties is proposing the redevelopment of the properties at 3737 Lexington Avenue
N. and 1133 Grey Fox Road. The properties are currently owned by STORE Master Funding III,
LLC. The two sites are currently developed with one vacant industrial building and associated
parking lot developed over both lots. The proposal includes a lot reconfiguration that would
adjust the existing lot line to the east. The Applicant is proposing to demolish the existing
building and redevelop the site.
On October 11, 2021, the Developer had a proposal for redevelopment of these properties which
included construction of an Aldi grocery store and a two tenant outbuilding (i.e. dental office and
bank). This application was denied by the City Council for the following reasons:
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1. The Applicant proposes a significant number of deviations from city development
standards as outlined in the staff report and discussed in full by the City Council.
2. Many if not most of the deviations or requests for flexibility, including notable the
yard setbacks, landscaping, and building positioning, are due to the number and size
of the proposed buildings.
3. The application proposes no offsetting enhancements or benefits to the City or
neighboring properties in exchange for the flexibility sought.
4. Elimination of the proposed multi-tenant building on the east portion of the site
would also eliminate most if not all requests for flexibility or deviations from
adopted standards.
Since that application, the Developer has been working with prospective tenants and on a revised
site layout that would reduce the number of flexibilities requested. The Applicant has indicated
that Aldi has made the decision to not move forward with a location in Arden Hills at this time.
This allowed the Developer an opportunity to procure previously considered tenants and develop
a new site layout that is believed to better align with the feedback provided by the City Council.
Discussion
Existing Conditions
The Property is currently owned by STORE Master Funding III, LLC. The site is currently
developed as a vacant industrial building with an associated parking lot. The building was
previously occupied by Pace Industries, LLC for manufacturing and office purposes until the
closure of their facility.
Aerial Map of Subject Property
There are three existing accesses to the site off of Grey Fox Road and one access point to the
west that leads onto the alley on the west boundary of the site. The Applicant would be
eliminating all four of these existing access points and is proposing two new two-way entrances
of off Grey Fox Road as part of this concept plan. As part of the redesigned site plan, the
Applicant has aligned the multi-tenant access point with the access to Cub Foods. Preliminary
comment from the Public Works Director is supportive of the closure of the existing accesses
and a preference for the driveway alignments as shown. At this stage, the City Engineer has not
completed a full review which would include turning radius, traffic movements, etc. as that level
of detail would be completed as part of the future submission.
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In the B-3 zoning district, proposals for new construction, redevelopment of a site, and
significant modifications to existing sites shall use the Planned Unit Development (PUD)
process. A PUD promotes the development of land in a unified manner by treating the entire
development as a single entity. The purpose of the PUD process is to achieve a higher quality
and better project than would otherwise be possible if the strict application of the zoning and
subdivision requirements were met.
The proposed lots are within the Red Fox/Grey Fox/Lexington Avenue Business Area which is
discussed in the Land Use Chapter. This area includes Red Fox and Grey Fox roads and is
bounded by Lexington Avenue, Highway 51, Interstate 694, and the Canadian Pacific railway.
This area is used by a number of small and large businesses for a variety of retail, manufacturing,
distribution, warehousing, and office uses. This area was largely developed between the 1950s
and 1970s, though the retail area along Lexington Avenue has had some new development and
redevelopment in the last 15 years. This area is marked as an area of possible redevelopment in
2040.
Comprehensive Plan
The Subject Property is guided as Commercial (COM) in the Arden Hills 2040 Comprehensive
Plan Land Use Chapter. The area is designated for a broad range of retail, shopping, and services
to meet the needs of the community and region. Compatible uses such as office buildings are
also intended for this area. A development intensity of intensity of up to 0.8 FAR may be
allowed. According to the Comprehensive Plan the total area of the COM is 26 acres.
Direction 2040 Comp. Plan Land Use Zoning Existing Land Uses
North COM - Commercial B-3 Service Business District Retail/Fast Food Restaurant
South COM - Commercial B-3 Service Business District Retail/Grocery Store
West CMU - Community Mixed
Use B-4 Retail Center District Retail and Other Commercial
Concept Plan Proposal
The Applicant is proposing to develop the parcels with two new buildings. Lot One would be
developed with a full service car wash for Mister Car Wash. Lot Two would be a three-tenant
building comprised of a fast-casual restaurant for Panera (+/- 3,500 sq. ft.), a dental clinic for
Pacific Dental (+/- 3,000 sq. ft.), and a bank for Bank of America (+/-2,200 sq. ft.). The
proposed development is planned for construction in 2022-2023. The Mister Car Wash building
is proposed to be located on the western (interior) parcel, with the multi-tenant building on the
eastern (corner) parcel.
Subdivision – Intends to Comply
The lot area requirements for the B-3 Zoning District are a minimum lot size of 13,000 square
feet and 100 feet of lot width and 130 feet of lot depth. The Applicant has indicated flexibility
will not be requested as part of this application for the proposed subdivision.
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Concept site plan
Setbacks – Flexibility Requested
From the previous project reviews, the Applicant has reconfigured the boundary line and
building layout to reduce the number of areas where flexibility was to be considered relating to
setbacks. The proposed concept plan meets the lot setback requirements for the B-3 District and
parking. However, the city code in Section 1325.05 Subd. 8, E states “at least fifty percent
(50%) of the largest building on each site shall be constructed at the front setback line.” The
Applicant is requesting flexibility on this requirement. The front setback in the B-3 District is 50
feet from the property line. The proposed multi-tenant building is shown to be 60 feet from
Lexington Avenue and 180 feet from Grey Fox Road. The car wash building would be 58 feet
from Grey Fox Road.
Ordinance Requirements B-3 District
Standards Proposed Development
Minimum Front Yard Setback 50 feet Multi-Tenant: 60 feet – Lexington
Avenue and +/- 180 feet Grey Fox Road
Car Wash: 58 feet – Grey Fox Road
Minimum Rear Yard Setback 20 feet Multi-Tenant: 46 feet
Car Wash: 58 feet
Minimum Side Yard Setback 20 feet (min)/
40 feet (total)
Multi-Tenant: +/- 100 feet (min) /
N/A corner lot (total)
Car Wash: +/- 40feet (east) and 65 feet
(west)
Building Positioning At Front Setback
= 50 feet
Multi-Tenant: 60 feet – Lexington
Avenue and +/- 180 feet Grey Fox Road
Car Wash: 58 feet – Grey Fox Road
Exterior Materials – Intends to Comply
From the elevation renderings, the multi-tenant building materials are shown to be precast
concrete base, masonry, metal panels, and fiber cement panels (i.e. wood grain texture). The car
wash would be a combination of EIFS, masonry, metal panels, and stone. City code requires at
least seventy-five (75) percent of the exterior building materials should be made of brick
masonry, tile masonry, natural stone or its synthetic equivalent, decorative concrete plank,
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transparent glass or any combination thereof. Trim and other accent or decorative features may
be metal, wood, split faced block, EIFS, or stucco. Undesirable materials include simulated
brick, vinyl or aluminum siding, sheet or corrugated metal siding, plain concrete blocks or
panels, brightly colored metal roofing or canopies, pre-cast tilt-up walls, and mirrored or
reflective glass.
Additionally, businesses within the B-3 District for transparency requirements shall have fifty
percent (50%) of all first level building façades that front a public street comprised of transparent
windows or doors in order to allow views of interior uses and activities. The Applicant as part of
the concept review has not provided the specific detail on building materials or transparency.
However, it was stated that flexibility would not be requested for exterior materials or
transparency requirements.
Multi-Tenant Building Front Elevation facing Grey Fox Road
Multi-Tenant Building NE Corner Elevation facing South along Lexington Avenue
Car Wash Front Elevation facing Grey Fox Road
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Freestanding and Wall Signage – Discussion Requested
The properties are located in Sign District 5. The Applicant has revised the master sign plan for
the proposed development and has stated an intent to comply with sign district regulations. For
the concept review, the Applicant provided a rendering of the shared monument sign in the
narrative that complies with the ordinance requirements. Staff would need additional detail on
the square footage of the tenant wall signage in order to verify compliance.
For the concept review, staff will note that properties in Sign District 5 are allowed wall signs up
to 80 square feet. The Applicant has shown wall signage on three elevations of the proposed car
wash building. On the south elevation there are two separate wall signs shown. The definition
of a sign is “any written message, pictorial presentation, number, illustration, decoration, banner
or other device that is used to announce, direct attention to, identify, advertise or otherwise make
anything known.” The City Council should provide feedback as part of the concept review on
consideration for allowing flexibility for wall signage.
Drive-Thru Facilities – Flexibility Requested
Section 1325.04 of the Zoning Code lists special requirements for drive-up facilities. One of
these requirements states “no drive-in business, drive-up window, or fast food restaurant shall be
located on a site that is within 1,320 feet of another facility”. The nearest drive-up facility is the
Arby’s, located directly north of the Subject Property. The Applicant is requesting flexibility
from this requirement on both properties to allow for a drive-in car wash and drive-up window.
With the proposed site layout, the multi-tenant building will feature a dual drive-thru lane
running along the east and north sides of the building. These lanes will merge to one lane on the
west side of the building where the pickup window will be located. The outermost drive-thru
lane will be designated for “pre-order” pickup and the interior lane will be for the traditional
menu board ordering. The proposed site plan has the menu and order board on the north side of
the building. City code states “electronic devices such as loudspeakers or devices, and similar
instruments, shall not be located within fifty (50) feet of any adjacent lot regardless of use or
zoning district.” The multi-tenant building is shown to be 46 feet from the north property line.
Therefore, the Applicant would also need to seek flexibility from the requirement for placement
of electronic devices given the order board is positioned on the north side of the building closer
to the north property line.
For the proposed standalone car wash, the Applicant has shown that the west side of the property
will have three drive-thru lanes approaching automated pay stations under a detached accessory
canopy. No additional information was included in the submittal on amplification or display
features of the automated pay stations. Each pay station is shown in the renderings to have a
security arm that allows customers to then enter the drive-in car wash tunnel upon payment. As
a customer exits the car wash (i.e. heading towards the north side of the property) they wrap
around the car wash building to exterior self-service vacuum stalls located adjacent to the
parking stalls and building (i.e. east side of car wash building). It is stated that this car wash
location will not have a towel dry service. The application does not provide specifics on the
proposed vacuum stations. The Council should consider providing feedback to the Applicant on
the installation of the accessory vacuum stations in preparation for their future submission. The
car wash is permitted as a Conditional Use in the B-3 Zoning District under Motorized Vehicle
Service. Factors for Council discussion may be the hours of operation, noise from equipment
(i.e. washer, blowers, and vacuums), and stacking of vehicles waiting for service.
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Off-Street Parking – Discussion Requested
The Applicant is seeking Council feedback on the number of parking spaces provided in
satisfaction of ordinance requirements. Under City Code Section 1325.06, there are general
categories listed to determine the number of parking spaces required. For concept review, the
Council is asked to consider the following provisions based on the proposed uses:
• Restaurants – 15 stacking spaces for each customer pickup window plus one (1) space for
each two (2) seats.
• Business & Professional Offices – one (1) parking space for each 250 sq. ft. of gross floor
area.
• Clinics – one (1) for each doctor or dentist plus one (1) for each nurse, technician, or
professional and one (1) for each 200 sq. ft. of gross floor area.
• Uses Not Specifically Noted Including Public Uses – As determined by City Council
after recommendation by Planning Commission
The Applicant is proposing 77 parking spaces total for the development. The following table
breaks down the off-street parking requirements based on the proposed uses. Based on the site
information provided, staff estimates the multi-tenant building would trigger the need to
establish 60 parking spaces. This number does not factor in the proposed car wash.
Land Use Category Proposed Concept Applicant Parking Required Parking
Restaurant – 15 stacking spaces per
pickup window and 1 space for
each 2 seats 60 seats
28 stacking and 30
spaces
15 stacking and 30
spaces
Bank – 1 space per 250 SF of gross
floor area 2,210 15 8.84
Dental Office – 1 space per dentist
& technician, and 1 space per 200
SF of gross floor area
3,000 15 + 6 (i.e. est.
employees) = 21 21
Other Uses Not Specifically Noted
1 drive-thru car
wash tunnel 10 As determined by
City Council
Site Total: 76 Approx. 60 without
car wash
The city code for off-street parking requirements does not identify a land use category for Motor
Vehicle Service (i.e. car wash). The Applicant is proposing 10 parking spaces for the car wash
use. A comparable land use for the car wash might be to refer to the Service Station
classification which is three (3) spaces for each enclosed bay plus one (1) for each employee on
peak work shift. As an alternate, the city code does identify a category for Uses Not Specifically
Noted Including Public Uses as determined by the City Council. Staff would note that those 10
parking spaces appear to be in the same location shown in the renderings for the self-service
vacuum stalls. Further clarification should be provided by the Applicant between employee and
customer parking for the proposed car wash. Staff believes the need for off-street parking
attributed to the car wash would be minimal given the type of drive-thru service described.
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For the concept review, the Applicant is seeking feedback from the Council on the number of
parking spaces provided overall and specifically to the proposed car wash use. It was noted in
the narrative that the two properties will have a shared parking/cross-access agreement.
Plan Evaluation Summary
Launch Properties has provided a conceptual site plan and 3D conceptual renderings of both
buildings from different elevations. Based on an initial review, staff believes the proposal would
require the following land use requests:
• Preliminary Plat and Final Plat for Subdivision
• Master and Final Planned Unit Development
• Site Plan Review
• Signage Plan
• Conditional Use Permit for Car Wash in the B-3 District
The table below provides the performance standards for the B-3 District and the preliminary
analysis for the proposed development:
Ordinance Requirements B-3 District Standards Proposed Development
Maximum Floor Area Ratio (FAR) 0.8 Intends to meet code
Maximum Building Height 35 feet Intends to meet code
Maximum Structure Coverage 40% Intends to meet code
Minimum Landscape Lot Area 25% Intends to meet code
Minimum Front Yard Setback 50 feet Multi-Tenant: 60 feet – Lexington
Avenue and +/- 180 feet Grey
Fox Road
Car Wash: 58 feet – Grey Fox
Road
Minimum Rear Yard Setback 20 feet Multi-Tenant: 46 feet
Car Wash: 58 feet
Minimum Side Yard Setback 20 feet (min)/
40 feet (total)
Multi-Tenant: +/- 100 feet (min) /
N/A corner lot (total)
Car Wash: +/- 40feet (east) and
65 feet (west)
Building Positioning At Front Setback = 50
feet
Flexibility Requested
• Multi-Tenant:
60 feet – Lexington Avenue
and +/- 180 feet Grey Fox
Road
• Car Wash:
58 feet – Grey Fox Road
Drive-Thru Requirements Separation Between –
1350 feet
Electronic Devices – 50
feet
Flexibility Requested
• Separation between facilities
• Location of electronic device
Minimum Parking Requirements Determined by land use Discussion Requested – PUD
shared parking 77 parking spaces
provided
Off-Street Parking Setbacks 20 feet from ROW 20 feet
Building Façade 50% transparency at
front
Intends to meet code
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Building Materials 75% brick, tile, natural
stone, decorative
concrete, transparent
glass or any combination
thereof
Intends to meet code
Pedestrian and Bicycle Circulation 6 foot sidewalk Intends to meet code
Freestanding Sign Copy Area 100 square feet 96 square feet
Wall Signage Sign District 5 Discussion Requested – Car wash
wall signs on single elevation
Budget Impact
N/A
Attachments
A. Land Use Application
B. Location Map
C. Project Narrative
D. Concept Renderings and Site Plan
E. Presentation
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Narrative
Proposed Redevelopment
NWC Grey Fox Road & Lexington Ave.
+/- 2.50 acres: Guided Commercial 2040 Land Use Plan
Developed by: Launch Properties, LLC. (“Master Developer”)
Introduction
Launch Properties, Inc. is excited to bring forward a revised retail redevelopment proposal for
your consideration for the current industrial-use property at the NWC corner of Grey Fox Road
and Lexington Avenue.
Historical Background and Setting
The Subject Property consists of two parcels totaling 2.5 acres of land with parcel identification
numbers 273023410001 (3737 Lexington Avenue North, 1.49 acres) and 273023410004 (1133
Grey Fox Road, 1.01 acres). The owner of both parcels is Store Master Funding III. The current
tenant is Pace Industries.
The Subject Property is developed with one 67,750-square foot manufacturing building and is
surrounded by asphalt parking/drive areas. The Subject Property was vacant prior to its
development in 1964.
Currently the site is adjacent to retail uses on its north and south sides. Arby’s (north) and Cub
Foods (south). The short end of the rectangle property fronts Lexington Avenue (approximately
250 feet) while the length of the property faces Grey Fox Road (approximately 435 feet).
2040 Land Use
The 2040 Land Use plan guides the site to Commercial.
Purpose
The purpose of the redevelopment is to provide convenient goods, services, and food for a
wide range of Arden Hills’ residents, visitors, and workers in the area. Launch Properties views
the current industrial use as an outlier in this strong retail trade area that fronts Lexington
Avenue.
The Site Plan
The newly proposed site plan contemplates two new lots and two new buildings. Lot One (the
western lot) would include a full service, national car wash provider (Mister Car Wash). Lot Two
would contain a three-tenant building comprised of a (i) national, fast-casual, bread, sandwich,
salad restaurant (Panera), (ii) a national dental provider (Pacific Dental), and (iii) a national
bank (Bank of America).
Note: The new site plan accommodates the new expansion of Lexington Avenue road
improvements.
Orientation and Setting
The shape and setting of this property are unique in that it essentially has two “front yards.”
The length of the property plays to Grey Fox Road, while the short side of the property fronts
busy and active Lexington Avenue. This site plan design “plays to” and “activates” both Grey
Fox Road and Lexington Avenue. First, the multi-tenant building is designed to show glass to
Lexington by “stepping back” the southern elevation with glass “reveals.” The car wash sits
close to Grey Fox Road, providing the car wash a view corridor to Lexington Avenue. Now the
site welcomes both those on Grey Fox Road and Lexington Avenue. Both streets now feel as if
they have frontage.
The Elevations
The proposed design of the multi-tenant building combines Class A materials with classic
modern articulation, movement, and interest.
Parking
The site plan hits the mark on parking. Additionally, the two lots will have cross-parking and
cross access provided by a recorded Declaration.
Restaurant 30 Required
Dentist 21 Required
Bank 15 Required
TOTAL REQUIRED 66
TOTAL PROVIDED 67
Setbacks
The Arden Hills City Code states “at least fifty percent (50%) of the largest building on each site
shall be constructed at the front setback line.” The proposed site plan does not meet this code
and seeks flexibility in setback design and orientation to meet the below setbacks. By placing
the multi-tenant building on the northern portion of the site it conceals, the less appealing
back-of-house, but still has active glass on Grey Fox and Lexington Avenue.
Walkability Plan
Master Sign Plan
The development will have a Master Sign Plan with shared monument sign of 96 square feet,
which meets code. Each building within each lot shall follow City of Arden Hills sign codes and
sign policies.
Access and Drive-Thrus
Access: The redevelopment proposes an access point for each lot off Grey Fox Road. However,
the development will be governed by a private, recorded Reciprocal Easement Operation and
Access Agreement (REOA) between the two lots. Customers will be able to freely access each
lot from either access point, and park on either lot with the REOA. Even though you can use
either access point, the positioning of the access points logically funnels customers to their
respective destinations. The multi-tenant access point lines up with the Cub Foods access point
on Grey Fox Road.
The Panera Drive-Thru: The Panera restaurant has two drive aisles (see Exhibit below). The
outside lane is for pre-order pick-up only. The popularity of phone apps and online ordering
over the past few years has restaurants seeing a big increase in pre-orders.
The inside lane has a more traditional drive-up menu ordering system for customers who were
not able to pre-order. The menu and order board is located on the north side of the building
hidden from view in the vicinity of the Arby’s menu board. See exhibit below for stacking. The
wrap around design accommodates 28 vehicles. The design also features an escape route.
The Mister Car Wash Drive-Thru: Mister Car Wash has a wrap-around drive-thru that
contains all stacking on the property. Customers enter from Grey Fox Road, head north and
wrap around to the west elevation to pay for their wash at automated pay stations. They will
then head north into the one-way tunnel entrance and exit out the northern end. Upon exit,
the customers immediately wrap around to the parking field to utilize the self-vacuum stalls
that face the car wash or they will exit the property on to Grey Fox Road. This facility will not
have hand towel drying/wipe down service, as this is an “express wash.”
Narrative Conclusion
Launch Properties is excited to bring forth this new concept with committed tenants that are
ready to go. We seek your feedback and ultimate support. We seek two areas of flexibility to
City Code with this submittal:
• Flexibility for the drive-thrus to be within 1,200 feet of another drive-thru (Arby’s)
• Storefront setback flexibility as it relates to the Front Yard.
# # #
250.0'180.0'365.6'
435.6'
3,000 SF
DENTAL
3,500 SF
RESTAURANT
2,210 SF
BANK
MONUMENT SIGN
GREY FOX ROAD LEXINGTON AVE. N.LOT 1 = ±1.63 AC
15' PARKING SETBACK
20' PARKING SETBACK
50' BUILDING SETBACK
20' BUILDING SETBACK
20' PARKING SETBACK
50' BUILDING SETBACK
20' BUILDING SETBACK
10' PARKING SETBACK
115.9'
90.4'
EXISTING BACK OF CURB
PROPOSED CURB
58.8'64.9'46.0'60.5'58.8'PATIO
LOT 2 = ±0.87 AC
CARWASH
130' TUNNEL
10
1716
10
16
8
23.5'23.0'18.9'16.5'12.0'16.5'
9.0'12.0'12.0'28.0'24.0'18.0'13.0'30.0'
18.0'13.0'28.0'
8.5'
8.4'
11.5'11.5'11.0'18.0'38.0'
18.0'
SHEET NO.
DRAWN
BY:
DATE:
NORTH
CONCEPTUAL
SITE PLAN
LAUNCH - ARDEN HILLS
PREPARED FOR: LAUNCH PROPERTIES
ACL
3/31/2022
EX-1
250.0'180.0'365.6'
435.6'
3,000 SF
DENTAL
3,500 SF
RESTAURANT
2,210 SF
BANK
MONUMENT SIGN
GREY FOX ROAD LEXINGTON AVE. N.LOT 1 = ±1.63 AC
15' PARKING SETBACK
20' PARKING SETBACK
50' BUILDING SETBACK
20' BUILDING SETBACK
20' PARKING SETBACK
50' BUILDING SETBACK
20' BUILDING SETBACK
10' PARKING SETBACK
115.9'
90.4'
EXISTING BACK OF CURB
PROPOSED CURB
58.8'64.9'46.0'60.5'58.8'PATIO
LOT 2 = ±0.87 AC
CARWASH
130' TUNNEL
10
1716
10
16
8
23.5'23.0'18.9'16.5'12.0'16.5'
9.0'12.0'12.0'28.0'24.0'18.0'13.0'30.0'
18.0'13.0'28.0'
8.5'
8.4'
11.5'11.5'11.0'18.0'38.0'
18.0'
SHEET NO.
DRAWN
BY:
DATE:
NORTH
CONCEPTUAL
SITE PLAN
LAUNCH - ARDEN HILLS
PREPARED FOR: LAUNCH PROPERTIES
ACL
3/24/2022
EX-1
DATA SUMMARY
AREAS
PROPOSED PROPERTY AREA ±2.50 AC
MIN REQUIRED PERVIOUS AREA
(PER CITY CODE: 25% OF PARCEL)±0.63 AC (25%)
PROPOSED PERVIOUS AREA ±0.73 AC (29%)
CAR WASH BUILDING AREA 5,850 SF (0.13 AC)
MULTI-TENANT BUILDING AREA 8,510 SF (0.20 AC)
EAST PARCEL PARKING
RESTAURANT REQUIRED PARKING
30 SPACES
1 SPACE PER 2 SEATS
ASSUMES 60 SEATS
DENTAL REQUIRED PARKING
21 SPACES
1 SPACE PER EMPLOYEE
1 SPACE / 200 SF
BANK REQUIRED PARKING 15 SPACES
1 SPACE / 150 SF
TOTAL EAST REQUIRED PARKING 66
TOTAL EAST PARCEL PROPOSED PARKING 67
WEST PARCEL PARKING
CAR WASH REQUIRED PARKING
AS DETERMINED BY CITY
COUNCIL AFTER
RECOMMENDATION BY
PLANNING COMMISSION)
TOTAL WEST PARCEL PROPOSED PARKING 10 SPACES
Redevelopment SEC
Grey Fox Road & Lexington Ave.
AGENDA ITEM 1-C
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MEMORANDUM
DATE: April 18, 2022
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers
Dave Perrault, City Administrator
FROM: Marie Hinton, Parks, Trails and Recreation Committee Chair
Joe Vaughan, Recreation Supervisor
SUBJECT: Parks, Trails and Recreation 2022 Work Plan
Background
In 2021, the City Council requested the Parks, Trails and Recreation Committee (PTRC) develop
a workplan for discussion and feedback. Following discussion by the PTRC, the committee is
prepared to discuss their goals and priorities for 2022. The Council will make the final
determination as to what the goals and priorities are for the upcoming year. The joint meeting
will be an opportunity for the PTRC to present their goals, priorities, discuss current issues, and
receive Council feedback.
Following this discussion, Staff will bring back a discussion to Council on the direction of
Recreation Programming and the variety and depth of programming the Council would like to
offer.
Discussion
The PTRC will be presenting their work plan in more detail with a PowerPoint slide show at the
meeting.
Requested Action
Discuss goals and work plan priorities for the PTRC for 2022.
Attachments
Attachment A – PTRC 2022 Work Plan
Attachment B – PTRC 2022 Work Plan Presentation
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Parks, Trails, and Recreation Committee (PTRC)
2022-23 Work Plan
PTRC Purpose and Mission
Parks, trails, recreation and natural resources in Arden Hills increase the desirability of the city as a place
to live, work, play, enhance the health and well-being of citizens and guests, and improve the value of
residents’ property.
The Parks, Trails, and Recreation Committee (PTRC) represents the interests of Arden Hills citizens in
leading the continuing development, expansion, and improvement of those resources.
The PTRC recommends to the City Council actions that support those interests; monitors the use of and
the improvements in parks, trails, and recreation; and collaborates with other City committees and
commissions in improving parks and trails.
Main Duties
•Review and evaluate city parks, trails, and recreational services
•Advise staff and City Council of ways to maintain and improve these amenities
Meetings
•Third Tuesday of the month at 6:30 p.m.
Ongoing and as Needed
1.Recommend actions that advance the vision for parks, trails, and recreation.
2.Assist in identifying ongoing parks and trails maintenance/improvement priorities.
3.Recommend and review grant opportunities, sponsorships, and partnerships for parks and trails.
4.Assist, recommend, and monitor plans for parks, trails and recreation within Arden Hills at the
appropriate time.
5.Be apprised by staff and Council when plans are budgeted for park, trails, and recreation.
6.Continue to work with Ramsey County on mutually beneficial trail/park projects and activities.
7.Monitor potential road improvements to encourage inclusion of pedestrian-friendly
infrastructure whenever possible.
8.Look to enhance/add recreational opportunities in our parks.
9.Recommend future enhancements for the 5-year Capital Improvement Program each year.
10.Sponsor and organize Community events such as special events, garden clean-up day and other
volunteer projects.
11.Prepare and submit semi-regular content for the City Newsletter, City Facebook page and City
website.
2022 - 2023 Goals
•Work with City Council to identify areas where the PTRC could provide recommendations,
research or service to benefit the residents of Arden Hills. PTRC members have various areas of
expertise including: volunteer coordination, recreation, grant writing, knowledge of plant
species communications and event coordination.
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• Ensure that Arden Hills residents and visitors of all ages and physical abilities have recreation
opportunities.
• Encourage Arden Hills residents to enjoy the beautiful parks and trails that Arden Hills has to
offer.
• Continue to become more of a working committee.
• Actively seek opinions from residents on what they would like and report findings to the PTRC.
• PTRC members volunteer to serve as point-person/champion for each park and each trail and
recreation events. All members regularly visit the variety of parks and trails. The champion will
visit her/his park(s) and trails(s) on a regular basis to look for safety needs, maintenance needs,
etc.
• Follow a calendar throughout the year to ensure that there is a good mix of topics covered at
monthly PTRC meetings that become the foundation for next year’s work plan.
• Conduct structured meetings so that City Council, staff, and residents of Arden Hills easily learn
what was accomplished at meetings by reading minutes.
PARKS
1. Park Goals
a. Park improvements and amenities, including benches
b. Park clean up
c. Park maintenance
d. Park safety
2. Park Recommendation List
a. Perry Park dog park improvements: shade, obstacle course, subdivided for small and large dog
areas, concrete at entrances.
b. Identify areas where trees could be planted (in addition to Ash Tree buddy program if
applicable).
c. Invasive Buckthorn, Burdock week removal.
d. Earth Day Cleanup
e. Floral garden Cleanup
f. Swinging bench at Cummings to watch sunrise or sunset.
g. Update park map and information on website with new photos, amenities list and complete
street addresses that are needed for navigation apps.
TRAILS
3. Trail Goals
a. Trail maintenance
b. Trail improvements
c. Trail amenities
d. Trail safety
4. Trail Recommendations
a. Update trails maps on website
b. Connection gaps throughout Arden Hills
c. From County Road E2 North to Lake Valentine Road (C R “F”) and then West to MVHS (Youth+)
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d. From County Road “D” Northeast on lake Johanna Blvd, past Tony Schmidt Regional Park –
Ramsey County/METC (as trail building partner – 2 segments), See G, G1 & G2 on map) to
intersection with Snelling Avenue N (Families)
e. From Hwy 51 North to Snelling Avenue N intersection with County Road E/Lake Johanna Blvd
f. From County Road E North along Snelling Avenue N/Old Highway 10, under I-694 to Hwy 96
which now has a regional trail on the South side
g. Bethel University Land Sale: Trail move/redo with senior housing project
h. Trail along South Shore of Round lake
i. From County Road E/Lake Johanna Blvd along west side of Hwy 51 to Glenhill Ave
j. Crepeau nature Preserve Trails upgrade to improve drainage and to replace old surfaces. Add
Hamline Ave trail extension.
RECREATION
5. Recreation Goals
a. Enhance recreation opportunities for residents and visitors of all ages and physical abilities.
6. Recreation Recommendation
a. Winter activities in the parks
i. Sledding hills at parks where possible, especially Hazelnut and Cummings.
b. Add fitness equipment geared toward adults, especially at Cummings Park
i. Six exercise stations will be put in at the senior living facility. The trail will be constructed in
2022 and hopefully the equipment will be in by fall. This may be a good reference for future
projects.
c. More active adult and senior recreation classes and events.
i. Yoga/Fitness in the park at Cummings
d. Multi-generation activities (include some evenings and weekends).
i. Pickleball court at Hazelnut Park or Floral Park
ii. Multi-generation yoga
iii. Multi-generation dance - Possible location at Perry or Cummings if it is possible to move
picnic tables off of the Pavillion.
iv. Volleyball/badminton equipment (be aware of irrigation system)
v. Geocaching at the parks
COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP
7. Community partnership goals
a. Outreach
b. Engagement
c. Events
8. Community partnership recommendation list
a. Community engagement
i. Committee members “adopt” an area, park, trail, project
ii. Animal ambassadors from Raptor Center (planned) or Minnesota Zoo
iii. Concerts in the parks: partner with schools and National Guard
iv. Tree placement outreach
b. Fill open spots on the committee
i. Recruit (in person, social media, newsletters, local bulletin boards, places of worship)
ii. Student committee ambassadors
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iii. Work with communications committee to highlight parks, trails, and recreation on social
media, YouTube, the newsletter and the City website
c. Arden Hills Foundation
i. Update donation letter business list to include new businesses
ii. Bench placement: track money for benches and create a plan to better track status and
placement.
d. Volunteer recruitment plan proposal
i. Reach out to Bethel University to explore possible partnerships for park cleanups, etc.
ii. Identify volunteer opportunities
PTRC Calendar
March 2022
• Work Plan
• Calendar
April 2022
• “Adopt” an area, park, trail, project, event, volunteer requests
• Discuss Clean-ups
• Work Plan: work session with City Council
May 2022
• Engagement plan
• Recruit new members plan
June 2022
• Park tour
July 2022
• Tree recommendations
• Park and trail maintenance, safety, improvement recommendations
• Bench recommendations
August 2022
• No meeting
September 2022
• 2023 Work Plan: Update trail recommendations
October 2022
• 2023 Work Plan: Update park recommendations
• Review membership terms
November 2022
• 2023 Work Plan: Update recreation recommendations
December 2022
• No meeting
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January 2023
• 2023 Work Plan: Update engagement recommendations
February 2023
• 2023 Work Plan: Update calendar
March 2023
• 2023 Work Plan
April 2023
• Work Plan: work session with City Council
Arden Hills, Minnesota
Parks, Trails, and Recreation
Committee
April 2022 –March 2023
Work Plan
4/10/2022
Commissions & Committees
The City of Arden Hills has several standing commissions or committees.
Limited-term committees are also sometimes formed to address specific issues.
The commissions and committees provide a way for the City to benefit from the
expertise and experience of those who live and work in the City, as well as providing a
way for residents to meet new people, learn new things, develop leadership skills, be
of service, and make a difference.
Source: City of Arden Hills website
Commissions & Committees
How Commissions / Committees Work
Their role is advisory; decision -making authority
lies with the City Council
Each has a staff liaison and a City Council liaison
Each meets regularly and produces appropriate
minutes or notes
Source: City of Arden Hills website
Membership
Residency requirements vary, but members must be
residents or those otherwise involved in the City
Terms are three years; limit nine consecutive years
Terms are staggered so one third end each year
Members are appointed by the City Council
The chairperson is appointed by the mayor (often
recommended by the group)
Members are volunteers; there is no pay
Regular attendance and participation is required
PRTC Purpose and Mission
Parks, trails, recreation and natural resources in Arden Hills increase the desirability of the city as a place to live, work,
and play, enhance the health and well-being of citizens and guests, and improve the value of residents’ property.
The Parks, Trails, and Recreation Committee (PTRC) represents the interests of Arden Hills citizens in leading the
continuing development, expansion, and improvement of those resources.
The PTRC recommends to the City Council actions that support those interests; monitors the use of and the
improvements in parks, trails, and recreation; and collaborates with other City committees and commissions in
improving parks and trails.
Source: City of Arden Hills website
PTRC Membership
The Parks, Trails, and
Recreation Committee
(PTRC) can have up to
12 members. There are
currently four vacant
positions.
•Paul Beggin, Valentine -Term expires 2022
•Micah Kiernan, Triangle -Term expires 2022
•Suzanne McGaugh -Term expires 2022
•Kristine Poelzer, Hazelnut & Sampson -Term expires 2022
•Tim Nelson -Term expires 2024
•Dan Dietz, Floral & Cummings -Term expires 2024
•Jill Anderson, Johanna Marsh & Freeway -Term expires 2024
•Marie Hinton, Crepeau -Term expires 2024
•Mark Kelliher, Perry -Term expires 2025
PTRC Overview
Main Duties
Review and evaluate city parks, trails, and recreational services
Advise staff and City Council of ways to maintain and improve these amenities
Meetings
Third Tuesday of the month at 6:30 p.m.
PARKS
TRAILS
RECREATION
COMMUNITY
PTRC Overview
Ongoing and As Needed:
1.Recommend actions that advance the vision for parks, trails, and recreation.
2.Assist in identifying ongoing parks and trails maintenance/improvement priorities.
3.Recommend and review grant opportunities, sponsorships, and partnerships for parks, trails and
recreation.
4.Assist, recommend, and monitor plans for parks, trails and recreation within Arden Hills at the
appropriate time.
5.Be apprised by staff and council when plans are budgeted for parks, trails, and recreation
6.Continue to work with Ramsey County on mutually beneficial trail/park projects and activities.
7.Monitor potential road improvements to encourage inclusion of pedestrian-friendly infrastructure
whenever possible.
8.Look to enhance/add recreational opportunities in our parks.
9.Recommend future enhancements for the 5-year Capital Improvement Program each year.
10.Sponsor and organize Community events such as special events, garden clean-up day and other
volunteer projects.
11.Prepare and submit semi-regular content for the City Newsletter, City Facebook page, and City website.
2022 -23 Goals
•Work with City Council to identify areas where the PTRC could provide recommendations, research
or service to benefit the residents of Arden Hills. PTRC members have various areas of expertise
including: volunteer coordination, recreation, grant writing, knowledge of plant species
communications and event coordination.•Ensure that Arden Hills residents and visitors of all ages and physical abilities have recreation
opportunities. •Encourage Arden Hills residents to enjoy the beautiful parks and trails that Arden Hills has to offer. •Continue to become more of a working committee.
2022 -23 Goals, continued
•Actively seek opinions from residents on what they would like and report findings to the PTRC. •PTRC members to volunteer to serve as point-person/champion for each of the following areas:
parks, trails, recreation, community partnership.•PTRC members to volunteer to serve as point-person/champion for each park and each trail. All
members should regularly visit parks and trails. The champion will visit their parks and trails on a
regular basis to look for safety needs, maintenance needs, etc. •Follow a calendar throughout the year to ensure that there is a good mix of topics covered at
monthly PTRC meetings that become the foundation for next year’s work plan. •Run structured meetings so that City Council and residents of Arden Hills can easily learn what was
accomplished at meetings by reading minutes.
Parks
Parks
IMPROVEMENTS
CLEAN UP
MAINTENANCE
SAFETY
•Hazelnut and Perry Park dog park: shade, obstacle course,
small dog area. Improvements to entrances are urgently
needed.
Parks, continued
IMPROVEMENTS
CLEAN UP
MAINTENANCE
SAFETY
•Identify areas where trees could be planted
•Invasive Buckthorn, Burdock weed removal.
•Earth Day Cleanup
•Floral garden Cleanup
•Bench placement: track money donated to the Arden Hills
Foundation for benches and create a plan to better track status and
placement.
•Swinging bench at Cummings to watch sunrise or sunset.
•Update park map and information on website with new photos,
amenities list, and complete street address that are needed for
navigation apps.
Trails
Trails
MAINTENANCE
IMPROVEMENTS
AMENITIES
SAFETY
CONNECTION GAPS
•Update trails maps on website.
•From County Road E2 North to Lake Valentine Road (C R “F”) and then West to MVHS
•From County Road “D” Northeast on lake Johanna Blvd, past Tony Schmidt Regional
Park –Ramsey County/METC (as trail building partner –2 segments) to intersection
with Snelling Avenue N
•From Hwy 51 North to Snelling Avenue N intersection with County Road E/Lake
Johanna Blvd
•From County Road E North along Snelling Avenue N/Old Highway 10, under I-694 to
Hwy 96 which now has a regional trail on the South side
•Bethel University Land Sale: Trail move/redo with senior housing project
•Trail along South Shore of Round lake
•From County Road E/Lake Johanna Blvd along west side of Hwy 51 to Glenhill Ave
•Crepeau Nature Preserve Trails upgrade to improve drainage and to replace old
surfaces. Add Hamline Ave trail extension
Recreation
Recreation
ENHANCE RECREATION OPPORTUNITIES
•Winter activities in the parks
Sledding hills at parks where possible
•Add fitness equipment geared toward adults, especially at
Cummings Park
Six exercise stations will be put in at the senior living facility. The
trail will be constructed in 2022 and hopefully the equipment will be
in by fall. This may be a good reference for future projects.
•More active adult and senior recreation classes and events.
Yoga/Fitness in the park at Cummings
Recreation, continued
ENHANCE RECREATION OPPORTUNITIES
•Multi-generation activities (include some evenings and weekends).
Pickleball court at Hazelnut Park or Floral Park
Multi-generation yoga
Multi-generation dance -possible location at Perry or Cummings if it
is possible to move tables off of the Pavilion.
Volleyball/badminton equipment (be aware of irrigation system)
Geocaching at the parks
Community
Community Partnership
OUTREACH
ENGAGEMENT
EVENTS
•IdeasCommittee members “adopt” an area, park, trail, projectAnimal ambassadors from Raptor Center (planned) or Minnesota ZooConcerts in the parks: partner with schools and National GuardMagicianTree placement outreach
•Fill open spots on the committeeRecruit (in person, social media, newsletters, local bulletin boards, places of worship)Student committee ambassadorsWork with communications committee to highlight parks, trails, and recreation on social media, YouTube, the newsletter and the City website
Community Partnership, continued
OUTREACH
ENGAGEMENT
EVENTS
•Arden Hills Foundation•Update donation letter business list to include new businesses•Bench placement: track money for benches and create a plan to better track status and placement.
•Volunteer recruitment plan proposalReach out to Bethel University to explore possible partnerships for park cleanups, etc.Identify volunteer opportunities
•Grant opportunitiesMultiple PTRC members have experience identifying grant opportunities and writing successful grant applications and have expressed a willingness to help with this process.
PTRC 2022 –23 Calendar
April 2022
•“Adopt” an area, park, trail, project, event
•Discuss Clean-ups
•Work Plan: work session with City Council
May 2022
•Engagement plan
•Recruit new members plan
June 2022
•Park tour
July 2022
•Tree recommendations
•Park and trail maintenance, safety,
improvement recommendations
•Bench recommendations
January 2023
•2023 Work Plan: Update engagement
recommendations
February 2023
•2023 Work Plan: Update calendar
March 2023
•2023 Work Plan
and calendar
April 2023
•Work Plan: work session with City Council
August 2022
•No meeting
September 2022
•2023 Work Plan: Update trail recommendations
October 2022
•2023 Work Plan: Update park recommendations
•Review membership terms
November 2022
•2023 Work Plan: Update recreation
recommendations
December 2022
•No meeting
2021
Pathways
Map
14 PARKS
(111 ACRES)
22 MILES OF TRAILS
2022
Facilities
Guide
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AGENDA ITEM – 1D
MEMORANDUM
DATE: April 18, 2022
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers
Dave Perrault, City Administrator
FROM: Gayle Bauman, Finance Director
SUBJECT: Discussion on American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Funds
Budgeted Amount: Actual Amount: Funding Source:
N/A N/A N/A
Council Should Consider
Council should consider discussing their priorities regarding the American Rescue Plan funds. The
current amount allocated to Arden Hills is $1,123,530. 50% was received in 2021, with the
remaining funds coming in 2022.
Background
The $1.9 trillion American Rescue Plan (ARP) infuses $350 billion into local governments,
easing the immediate financial trauma facing most every community across the country, and
providing options to overcome shortfalls and simultaneously rebuild for a stronger, more
sustainable future.
Eligible uses of the funds include
• Support public health expenditures, by funding COVID-19 mitigation efforts, medical
expenses, behavioral healthcare, and certain public health and safety staff;
• Address negative economic impacts caused by the public health emergency, including
economic harms to workers, households, small businesses, impacted industries, and the public
sector;
• Replace lost public sector revenue, using this funding to provide government services to the
extent of the reduction in revenue experienced due to the pandemic;
• Provide premium pay for essential workers, offering additional support to those who have
borne and will bear the greatest health risks because of their service in critical infrastructure
sectors; and,
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• Invest in water, sewer, and broadband infrastructure, making necessary investments to
improve access to clean drinking water, support vital wastewater and stormwater
infrastructure, and to expand access to broadband internet.
One-time funds
These funds should be directed toward one-time priorities and not programs or policies that will
continue to need funding into the future. With the temporary nature of ARPA funds:
• Care should be taken to avoid creating new programs or add-ons to existing programs that
require an ongoing financial commitment.
• Use of ARPA funds to cover operating deficits caused by COVID-19 should be considered
temporary and additional budget restraint may be necessary to achieve/maintain structural
balance in future budgets.
• Investment in critical infrastructure is particularly well suited use of ARPA funds because it is
a non-recurring expenditure that can be targeted to strategically important long- term assets that
provide benefits over many years. However, care should be taken to assess any on-going
operating costs that may be associated with the project.
Timeline
• Cost must be incurred beginning on or after March 3, 2021 (with the exception of premium
pay);
• Costs must be incurred or obligated (orders placed for property and services, contracts and sub-
awards made, and similar transactions that require payment) by December 31, 2024;
• End of performance period is December 31, 2026 (allows for projects obligated at December
31, 2024 to be completed).
Discussion
Mayor Grant, Councilmember Holden and Finance Director Bauman met in July 2021, to start
developing a list of items that meet the eligibility requirements and bring the greatest benefit to the
City. On March 21, 2022, this was discussed with Council at the work session. The conversation
centered on water, sewer and storm water projects. Using ARPA funds on utility projects means
the city won’t have to bond for future improvements and can keep utility costs down, which impacts
all property owners. Investment in critical infrastructure is a particularly well suited use of ARPA
funds because it is a non-recurring expenditure that can be targeted to strategically important long-
term assets that provide benefits over many years.
The City Administrator, Public Works Director and Finance Director met to discuss the different
utility funds and possible projects.
Sewer Fund – COVID had the biggest impact on the Sewer Fund in 2020, with a loss in revenue in
excess of $150,000. An annually scheduled transfer out of the fund was reduced by $63,000 to
help offset the loss of revenue. Staff would propose to use up to $200,000 of the ARPA funds on
a sewer project depending on need.
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Storm Water Fund – COVID did not impact revenue for this fund. Also, the Public Works Director
indicated that there are multiple grant opportunities related to Storm Water projects and would opt
not to use the ARPA funds for these projects but direct the balance toward water meter replacement.
Water Fund – The majority of the meters throughout the City are at least 20 years old with some
possibly being 30 years old. Replacing meters city-wide is a huge undertaking and will put a
significant strain on the Water Fund. Also, the City has already been informed that our cost for
water will be increasing significantly over the next few years due to the new water treatment plant
being constructed by SPRWS. Staff would recommend allocating ARPA funds toward water meter
replacement.
Recommendation from staff on use of ARPA funds:
Priority 1: Water meter replacement project $923,530 - $1,123,530 (dependent on Sewer)
Priority 2: Sewer project (lining or lift station) $0 - $200,000
If funding for some part of the sewer project is acquired from another source or if during 2023
budget preparation it is determined that the Sewer Fund can manage without these funds, it is
proposed to adjust the amount allocated to the water meter project.
Staff is looking for direction from Council on this spending recommendation. If Council is in
agreement with this recommendation, staff will proceed with these projects and start the applicable
planning processes.
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AGENDA ITEM – 1E
MEMORANDUM
DATE: April 18, 2022 TO: Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers FROM: Dave Perrault, City Administrator SUBJECT: New Resident Resources Discussion
Budgeted Amount: Actual Amount: Funding Source:
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For Council Consideration
The City Council should consider providing feedback regarding the New Resident Resources
page on the City’s website.
Background
The City Council should provide direction on the New Resident Resources project, and how it
would like to move forward. The Communications Coordinator has created a webpage for the
project, and the Council has had a few months to review the information. Once the Council is
satisfied with the content of the webpage, Staff can actively promote this page on the front of the
website, in the newsletter and on social media.
Next steps Council will want to discuss are what, if any, mailings or other items should be sent to
new residents and how. Council previously discussed mailing a post card with the link to the
website, a larger packet with more information included, sending a magnet with helpful phone
numbers and website information, or having a one-page handout available at City Hall. Once
Council gives direction on how information will be disseminated, Staff can work on a final
product.
Depending on what Council would like to provide, the cost will change. A postcard would be
relatively inexpensive to create and mail, but mailing a larger packet or having magnets printed
and sent would be more expensive. We on average get a hundred new residents coming into the
City a year.
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Budget Impact
Since the budget will be determined by the final product selected, the cost to the City is not
known. On the less expensive side, this would cost around $200 annually, but on the more
expensive could be closer to $1,000 (this is a pure estimate, it could be higher or lower).
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AGENDA ITEM – 1F
MEMORANDUM
DATE: April 18, 2022
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers
Dave Perrault, City Administrator
FROM: Jessica Jagoe, City Planner
SUBJECT: Planning Commission Joint Meeting
Budgeted Amount: Actual Amount: Funding Source:
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Council Should Consider
The City Council should discuss and provide direction on scheduling a Joint Meeting with the
Planning Commission.
Background
During the review of the Planning Commission Onboarding Policy there was mention of
consideration for holding a joint meeting with the Planning Commission. The City Council and
Planning Commission previously held a joint meeting in 2016 to review the Planning
Commission Work Plan and Project Priorities, and again in 2017 for the 2040 Comprehensive
Plan Update.
Possible topics for a joint meeting are as follows:
• Ordinance Amendment Review -
o Signage
o Infill Development
o Commercial District Distance Between Drive-Up Windows
o Fence Regulations
o Accessory Structures
• Variance Training presented by the City Attorney
The above list of ordinance amendments has been compiled by Planning Staff as a carryover of
topics previously identified by the City Council and from a review of code language from
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general inquiries. Further refinement of this list and priority to be given by the Council would be
necessary in order to allow staff sufficient time for research and preparation of draft language for
future review.
The City Council is also being asked to provide feedback on preference for which night of the
week a joint meeting might be held. City staff could look to schedule the joint meeting as a
regular or special City Council work session agenda item or this meeting could take place on a
regularly scheduled Planning Commission meeting night (i.e. 1st Wednesday after the 1st Monday
of the month). Availability for attendance by a Commission member may be more likely to
occur on their normal meeting schedule. Based on the Council preference, staff would look to
schedule the joint meeting at a later date based on planning case submissions and subsequent
review dates.
Discussion
Staff is looking for direction for the City Council on the scheduling of a Joint Meeting with the
Planning Commission.
Budget Impact
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AGENDA ITEM – 1G
MEMORANDUM
DATE: April 18, 2022 TO: Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers FROM: Dave Perrault, City Administrator SUBJECT: State of the City Planning Discussion
Budgeted Amount: Actual Amount: Funding Source:
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For Council Consideration
The City Council should consider providing feedback for the planning of the 2022 State of the
City.
Background
This is a very preliminary discussion on the State of the City, and pending Council direction a
more in-depth discussion will occur at the May work session.
The Council previously recorded its State of the City for 2021 last October and distributed it to
the public in late October or early November. Due to concerns about COVID, that presentation
was recorded by NineNorth and distributed electronically to residents. Prior to 2020, the Council
was trying to move the State of the City towards the beginning of the year, but as COVID hit the
State of the City was pushed back in 2020 and 2021. Should Council want to do the State of the
City in early summer, Staff would need to get moving on planning and preparing drafts for
Council. Staff needs direction on the below questions:
• Does Council want to have the State of the City in early summer (this would set the stage
for having it earlier in subsequent years, too)?
o If so, we would suggest June 21st or June 23rd. This will be subject to location,
Council availability, etc.
o If we can pick a date, we can also put out save the date reminders in the
newsletter, on the website, etc.
• Does Council have a preference on site selection? In the past, Boston Scientific, Land O’
Lakes, and the Marsden Room were discussed as venues; we have previously hosted it at
Flaherty’s and the Tavern Grill.
• Does Council want two separate events (i.e. a morning and a night event)?
o If so, what are the logistics behind these? i.e. at City Hall for one and offsite for
another?
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• Topics usually include a TCAAP update, development projects, building inspections
update, public safety updates, City construction projects, and a finance update. Staff is
not seeking topic decisions this evening, that will be done at the next work session.
However, if there are topics that might be unusual or unexpected, it would be good to
have initial direction on those.
If Staff can get direction on planning for State of the City, we will bring back in May
confirmations on locations, topic discussion and assignment, and take more in-depth feedback on
moving forward.
Budget Impact
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AGENDA ITEM – 1H
MEMORANDUM
DATE:
TO:
FROM:
April 18, 2022
Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers
Dave Perrault, City Administrator
SUBJECT: Council Tracker Update
Budgeted Amount: Actual Amount: Funding Source:
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Council Should Consider
The Council should provide further direction on items presented on the Council Request Tracker.
Background
City Council will receive a verbal update on items the Council has previously directed staff to
research and/or bring forward.
Discussion
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Budget Impact
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