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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCC 02-27-1995 I I. I I I I . . . .- . . . . I . . .e . MINUTES CITY OF ARDEN HILLS, MINNESOTA REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING FEBRUARY 27,1995 7:30 P.M. - NEW BRIGHTON CITY HALL CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CAT T Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, Acting Mayor Paul Malone called to order the regular City Council meeting at 7:30 p.m. Present: Acting Mayor Paul Malone; Councilmembers Beverly Aplikowski, Dale Hicks, and Susan Keim. . \ Absent: Mayor Dennis Probst. Also present were: Clerk! Administrator, Brian Fritsinger; Public Works Superintendent, Dan Winkel; Parks and Recreation Director, Cindy Walsh; City Attorney, Jerry Filla; City Engineer, Greg Stonehouse and Recording Secretary, Ruth McLaurin. ADOPT AGENDA MOTION: Aplikowski moved and Hicks seconded a motion to adopt the agenda for the February 27, 1995 City Council meeting as presented. The motion carried unanimously (4-0). PUBLIC HFARTNG FOR COUNTY ROAD F IMPROVF.MFNT PROJECT Acting Mayor Malone briefly explained to the audience the procedure of a public hearing. He indicated there would be three ways in which the meeting would be recorded: by video, audio and manually by the recording secretary. He instructed the audience, for accurate recording of the meeting, to please use the microphone when asking questions. Acting Mayor Malone then asked the City Administrator if the proper legal notices had been made. Superintendent Winkel indicated the required legal notices were published in the :Elli;m Newspaper on February 7, 14, and 21, 1995. Written notices were also mailed to all affected property owners. Acting Mayor Malone opened the public hearing at 7:38 p.m. Acting Mayor Malone indicated the procedure when improvements are made in the City. First, a Feasibility Report/Study is ordered by the City Council after requested by staff. Second, a Public Hearing is held for public input. Third, an Assessment Hearing is held to establish and assign assessments for the improvement. I I. I I I I I I I Ie I I I I I I I Ie I ,ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL - FEBRUARY 27. 1995 2 Acting Mayor Malone noted the assessments would not be established at this meeting, although based on past practice an assessment for a resident could be approximately $30 per front foot. Superintendent Winkel noted a brief history of the project for the audience. He indicated the City and County have been negotiating a road turnback for the last several years. The City requested a tumback from the County in order to do additional improvements to the road and sewer. The road is now a City street. Superintendent Winkel noted, once the road is rebuilt, he feels the road would last with the City properly maintaining it. Consulting Engineer, Mr. Greg Stonehouse, reviewed the proposed improvements. Mr. Stonehouse indicated the description and cost of the project. He noted with the notable traffic issue in front of the Mounds View High School and Ryder Student Transportation bus terminal, a three lane road is proposed, including a turning lane. He indicated this would provide for a safer traffic flow. Mr. Stonehouse indicated storm water drainage pipe oversizing was being proposed to help alleviate drainage problems that have occurred in the past. Mr. Stonehouse noted the estimated total cost of the improvement would be $1,226,000. He indicated there are variables as to the financing of the improvement. He stated funding would be available from the County of approximately $400,000. Mr. Stonehouse indicated through assessments approximately $260,000 could be obtained, the breakdown of which would be for the residents: $32 per front foot; for commercial: $47 per front foot; for tax exempt $67 per front foot. He continued to note the Minnesota State Aid roadway funds would be available. The Storm Sewer Maintenance fund would have approximately $180,000 available. Also, the City Water fund would generate approximately $140,000 for the improvement. Mr. Stonehouse indicated a schedule for the project, beginning with the Public Hearing on February 27, 1995; with the opening of bids on March 30; the assessment hearing on April 24; beginning construction on June 15; and final construction completion on September 30,1995. Mr. Stonehouse inquired if there were any questions he could answer at this time. Mr. John Stenglein of 1785 West County Road F, he asked if there were specific MN DOT specifications for the final wear course of blacktop for this road construction, that were used. Mr. Stonehouse indicated 41A, was used. Mr. Stenglein inquired if he thought that was sufficient for the heavy bus use. Mr. Stonehouse felt comfortable with that construction. Mr. Stenglein indicated since 80% of the traffic is from the buses, that they should be assessed for a greater portion of the improvements. I I. I I I I I I I Ie I I I I I I I Ie I ,ARDEN,HTT T _" CITY COUNCIL - FEBRUARY 27.1995 ~ Mr. Stenglein also inquired if it would be necessary for a petition for a name change of the road to a more appropriate residential street name, such as Valentine Drive. Mr. Stenglein inquired if copies of the transparencies used, were available. Mr. Stonehouse indicated copies could be obtained through the City offices. Mr. Ken Schacht of 1683 West County Road F, indicated concern for the trees on his property and inquired if the construction would be in the current right-of-way. Mr. Stonehouse indicated all construction would be within the current right-of-way, if trees are within the right-of-way, they would be removed for proper grading. Mr. Schacht also indicated a wish to change the name of the street, perhaps to ] ohn Farrell Drive. Mr. Schacht indicated concern for the traffic, he felt this issue should be addressed and perhaps the speed reduced. Mr. Schacht inquired if during construction, the residents would be able to reach their properties. Mr. Stonehouse indicated the contractor would provide a passable road, although inconvenient at times, this road would be only for residential traffic and not through traffic. Mr. Stonehouse also indicated construction would be done as quickly as possible. Mr. Walter Bieger of 1689 West County Road F, inquired as to the type of curb for the gutter would be used. Mr. Stonehouse indicated B618 would be used and as driveways were approached a curb cut would occur to match the drive. Mr.]erry Garski of 1795 West County Road F, urged the Council to reduce the speed on the road and address the traffic issues. Superintendent Winkel, for point of clarification stated, the State would have to do a traffic study and authorize a speed limit change, the City cannot do that. Mr. Ed Woo of 3988 Glenview Avenue, inquired if his property would be affected by the storm sewer. Mr. Stonehouse indicated the storm sewer would be along County Road F and would not affect Mr. Woo's property. Mr. Woo inquired as to the location of the walkway. Mr. Stonehouse pointed out the location on an overhead transparency and indicated the walkway would run on the south side of the road from the school to old Highway 10, within the public right-of-way. Mr. Woo inquired if the ditch on his property would be affected. I .. . . . I I . I .e I . I I . I . .e . ,ARD-EN HILLS CITY COUNCil. - FEBRUARY 27. 1995 4; Mr. Paul Wallace 1779 West County Road F, wished to clarify for Mr. Woo, in order to establish room for the walkway the City would have to cover the ditch on Mr. Woo's property. Mr. Stonehouse indicated the street will be cut slightly and the ditch filled, so the drainage can flow onto the street and away from Mr. Woo's property. Mr. Stonehouse indicated he also will clarify any questions Mr. Woo has after the meeting. Mr. Craig Wilson of 1677 West County Road F, also indicated concern for the traffic and speed limit and the safety of his children. Mr. Wilson inquired if the three lanes would only be in front of the high school. Mr. Stonehouse indicated that was correct. Mr. Wilson was concerned with a flat wide road turning into a raceway, he noted several incidents were accidents occurred. Mr. Wilson inquired regarding the storm sewer, and will it affect the drainage of the properties on the north side of County Road F. Mr. Stonehouse indicated it would not affect those properties. Mr. Paul Wallace of 1779 West County Road F, indicated deep concern also for the speed and traffic on the road. Mr. Wallace indicated the assessments will be made to 29 homes, that are not generating the majority of the traffic. Mr. Wallace indicated the bus company on the average would generate 68,000 trips per year and the homes generate 15,000 trips per year. He felt this was a unique situation for the residents and that should be taken into consideration when the assessments are made. Mr. Wallace inquired as to the water main and if it is rerouted, would his property be affected. Mr. Stonehouse indicated all work will be done within the road right of way. Mr. Wallace's property will be affected up to the road right-of-way. Mr. Wallace inquired if during construction would the road be restricted to residents only. Mr. Stonehouse indicated that would be correct. Mr. Wallace inquired if summer classes, and the traffic generated from this would be rerouted. Mr. Stonehouse indicated that would be possible. Mr. Wallace indicated concern for a intersection near the hill. Mr. Stenglein inquired what the process for reviewing the speed of the traffic for the street. Mr. Winkel indicated the City would have to make a request to the State for a traffic study. Mr. Stenglein inquired if the City could start the process for this review. He also inquired as to the process of changing the street name. I I. I I I I I I I Ie I I I I I I . .- . .ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL - FEBRUARY 27. 1995 5 J. Dennis Zollinger of 1700 West County Road F, indicated he had spoken with residents who did not wish for this project to move forward. Mr. Zollinger indicated the County was going to do this project for $400,000 and now the City has taken it and increased the cost to over one million dollars. Mr. Zollinger indicated he felt it was a commercial street and not a residential one. Mr. Zollinger inquired as to the time frame of the project. Mr. Stonehouse indicated construction would begin June 15 and be completed by September 30,1995. Mr. Zollinger inquired as to traffic on the dirt road. Mr. Stonehouse reiterated, traffic could be rerouted, and restricted to residential traffic only. Mr. Zollinger indicated he felt the project was overzealous and the ratio for assessments is unfair to the residents. Mr. Paul Tavernier 1651 West County Road F, inquired as to his property and drainage issues. Mr. Stonehouse indicated the improvements will redefine the ditch. Mr. Tavernier indicated perhaps to reduce traffic, an entrance to the interstate would be possible. Mr. James Borg 1812 Janet Court, indicated also concern for the traffic. Mr. Borg inquired as to the assessment for his property, which is on a comer. Mr. Stonehouse indicated there is different formula for his property and was unsure of the amount at this time. Mr. Borg inquired if driveways and berms would be replaced after construction. Mr. Stonehouse indicated this to be correct. Mr. Wallace indicated support for the improvement, and believed the work should be done right the first time, even if it is more expensive. Mr. Stenglein inquired if the Council could create a focus group for the residents in this area to determine if the residents want the road as wide as proposed. Mr. Cliff Aamoth of 1748 West County Road F, inquired as to the location of the walkway. Mr. Stonehouse indicated the location. Mr. Aamoth indicated he felt the residents were paying for improvements for a better road for the buses, which destroyed the road in the first place. Mr. Woo inquired if at the end of County Road F a three lane road could be established. I I. I I I I I I I Ie I I I I I I I I- I ,ARDEN I-ITT LS CITY COUNCIL - FEBRUARY 27. 1995 6 Mr. Borg inquired when the road is widened will the landscaping at Ryder Transportation get done. Mr. Fritsinger indicated this will be further defined over the next year. Acting Mayor Malone closed the public hearing at 8:51 p.m. Councilmember Hicks inquired as to Valentine Pond, has the pond been evaluated. Mr. Stonehouse indicated this has not been done yet. Councilmember Hicks inquired as to the proposed drainage, it is not proposed to drain the pond. Mr. Stonehouse indicated no, that was not the intention, but was to help alleviate current drainage problems in the area. Councilmember Hicks inquired as to the width of the road currently. Mr. Stonehouse indicated approximately 30 feet and typically a road would be 32 feet. Councilmember Hicks then inquired as to the width a road would need to be for obtaining state aid funds. Mr. Stonehouse indicated 36 feet. Councilmember Hicks indicated for clarification to the audience, the reason for the widening of the road was to meet Minnesota State Aid fund requirements, which is an important funding opportunity. Councilmember Hicks indicated he would like to continue communication with residents, but perhaps it would have been better sooner. Due to the time restraints, Councilmember Hicks did not want to delay the project. Councilmember Hicks inquired as to the result should the Council delay action for one month. Mr. Stonehouse indicated that would jeopardize the completion of construction by September 30,1995. Councilmember Aplikowski indicated she lives in the circle of homes directly behind the high school and understands the traffic concerns. She indicated to make the road better the City will have to deal with what is already there, such as the high school and bus terminal. Councilmember Aplikowski indicated the road does need to be repaired and does not wish to delay the project. She wishes to keep communication open with residents. Councilmember Keim wish to reiterate the need for the wider road to obtain Minnesota State Aid funds. Councilmember Hicks indicated regarding comments made that the County would have done improvements for $400,000, this would have been to regrade and pave, not to fix the storm sewer or other necessary improvements. Mr. Stonehouse concurred and he did not recommend this procedure. I I. I I I I I I I Ie I I I I I I I I. I ,ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL--=-.EE:BRUARY 27. 1995 7 Acting Mayor Malone indicated the Council will be speaking with the School District on March 13 and will forward concerns to them regarding traffic issues. MOTION: Aplikowski moved and Keim seconded a motion to adopt Resolution #95-16, ordering the improvement in the matter of County Road F street and storm sewer improvements of 1995. The motion carried unanimously (4-0). MOTION: Keim moved and Aplikowski seconded a motion to adopt Resolution #95-17, approving the plans and specifications and ordering the advertisement for bids in the matter of County Road F improvement of 1995. The motion carried unanimously (4-0). Acting Mayor Malone noted the next important date for residents would be April 24, 1995 when the assessment hearing will be held. Acting Mayor Malone called a brief recess at 9:07 p.m. The Arden Hills City Council reconvened at 9:15 p.m. APPROVAL OF COUNCIL MINUTES February 13, 1995 Councilmember Keim noted on page three, in regards to Stowe Avenue in the fourth paragraph from the bottom, she would like to add the sentence Counc.ilmember Keim in.Jicated this would include the area between Lake Johanna Boulevard and New Brighton Boulevard. not the entire len~h of Stowe Avenue. Acting Mayor Malone noted on page four, first paragraph, a correction it should read Arden View Drive. MOTION: Hicks moved and Keim seconded a motion to approve the minutes of the February 13, 1995 regular City Council meeting as amended. The motion carried unanimously (4-0). CONSENT C/I. T FNnAR A. Approve additional 1995 Business Licenses. B. Approve Claims and Payroll. I I. I I I I I I I I- I I I I I I I Ie I ,ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL - FEBRUARY 27. 1995 9 Mr. Fritsinger indicated that there is no need for a variance for a private street as previously thought. He noted the cul-de-sac has been redefined as a tear drop shape. Mr. Fritsinger indicated many of the drainage issues have been addressed, but a number are still being reviewed. The applicant has relocated the detached garage and will use it as a utility garage. Mr. Fritsinger indicated landscaping has been redefined with 70 trees to be planted. Mr. Fritsinger noted there should be an amendment to the Comprehensive Plan, although this proposal does meet the requirements of the Zoning Ordinance. The amendment is for clarification purposes and is not required for the project to be approved. Mr. Fritsinger indicated receiving letters from neighbors in opposition to the project, most concur to leave as an open space. Councilmember Hicks indicated he did not disagree with the project per say, but believes the increase in traffic to County Road E would force him to vote against the development. The closing of the north bound exit on Snelling Avenue by the County, causes traffic issues. Councilmember Aplikowski indicated she is trying to keep an open mind regarding the development and she lives near the area. Councilmember Keirn inquired if there were common areas or just green space. Mr. Dan Ogren, the applicant indicated it would be green space, no playgrounds or such. Acting Mayor Malone inquired if action was needed. Mr. Fritsinger indicated no, but any comments would be welcome, this would be before the Planning Commi",.ion on March 1, 1995. PLANNING CASE 95-7. MCGUIRE VARIANCE City Administrator Fritsinger indicated the applicant requested variances to the front yard and lakeshore setback requirements. A variance to Section IX, nonconforming uses was also requested. Mr. Fritsinger noted the unusual circumstances surrounding this request, the applicant's home had been damaged in a fire and they wish now to demolish and rebuild. The City building official estimated that the value of the damage did not exceed 50% of the fair market value, but the applicant indicates it will cost the same to repair as compared to rebuild. Mr. Fritsinger indicated the home was built in 1954 and the garage in 1968. He state a Lakeshore Setback Variance was approved as part of Planning Case #80-17 for the construction of a deck. I I. I I I I I . . .e . . I I I I I .- . ,ARDEN HIT T S CITY COUNCIL - FEBRUARY 27. 1995 8 MOTION: Keim moved and Hicks seconded a motion to approve the Consent Calendar as presented, and authorize execution of all necessary documents contained therein. The motion carried "nanimously (4-0). PUBLIC COMMENTS Acting Mayor Malone invited the audience to address Council with any matters of concern during this portion of the meeting. No one stepped forward at this time. UNFINISHFn AND NEW BUSINESS PLANNING CASE 95.2: CHESTNUT LOT SPLIT IV ARIANCE City Administrator Fritsinger briefly reviewed the planning case. He indicated the applicant originally requested a 75 foot lakeshore setback variance and lot split to develop two lots on Lexington Avenue. Mr. Fritsinger indicated the Commission originally tabled this request to confirm the approximate location of the building pads. He noted after reviewing revised plans showing the building pads the Commission approved a lot split at 4365 Lexington Avenue and a 75 foot OHW lakeshore setback variance for both lot A and Bat 4365 Lexington Avenue for primary buildings and including any additions or extensions such as decks or porches. Mr. Fritsinger indicated the stated condition of a shared driveway should be included in the motion. MOTION: Hicks moved and Keim seconded a motion to approve Planning Case 95-2, Chestnut Lot SplitlVariance for primary buildings and including any additions or extensions such as decks, or porches. And a shared driveway be established between the two lots. The motion passed unanimously. (4-0). PLANNING CASE 95.5. OGREN CONCEPT PUD City Admini<trator indicated this information is for informal discussion. Mr. Fritsinger indicated the applicant requested a concept review of a PUD for the Northwest comer of Old Highway 10 and County Road E-2. This concept was for the development of an 18 unit townhome subdivision. Mr. Fritsinger indicated the setbacks proposed meet all requirements and the proposed units actually preserve more trees and natural beauty than a single family development would. I I. I I I I I I . .- I I . . . . I .- I .MillEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL - FEBRUARY 27. 1995 10 Mr. Fritsinger indicated the applicant is proposing to rebuild the home on the same footprint, with the exceptions of two small additions, but they will not encroach further into the existing setbacks of the home. He added, by building on the same footprint it allows the construction to begin immediately and also e1iminates additional encroachments into the setback. Mr. Fritsinger pointed out that if the lot was vacant and current setback requirements enforced there would not be a "buildable" lot available on the site. Mr. Fritsinger stated much of this neighborhood was developed prior to present zoning standards, so most homes do not conform to present standards in one manner or another. It is highly unlikely that the City plans on redeveloping these lakeshore areas with the intention of making all homes conform to the lakeshore setback regulations. Mr. Fritsinger indicated after an in depth discussion, the Planning Commission approved several motions. 1. Approval of the variances requested. The location of the salvaged deck and previous house footprint, along with the proposed new additions will establish setbacks at 1516 Arden Place. Any proposed future expansions beyond the limits described previously will require additional variances. 2. The rationale for allowing these variances was: a) It has been an established history of single family dwelling use on the land. b) Circumstances beyond the control of the resident displaced them from their home. c) It is reasonable to assume the City would allow this lot to be used for residential purposes. d) It is unlikely the City intends to require the development of the homes in the area to conform to the lakeshore setback regulation. e) The development of the lot confortns to the generally accepted standard of development abutting the lake. t) The intent of the nonconfortning use Section IX, J of the zoning ordinance was written to address issues regarding commercial property or nonconfortning use, not residential homeowners. Mr. Fritsinger indicated the Planning Commission requested City Attorney Filla to review, the need for a variance to the nonconforming use section of the ordinance and his conclusion was that a variance was still required. MOTION: Hicks moved and Aplikowski seconded a motion to approve Planning Case 95-7, McGuire Variance. The motion carried unanimously (4-0). I I. I I I I I I I I- I I I I I I I Ie I .ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL - FEBRUARY 27. 1995 q NATIONAL GUARD WATER/SEWER CONNECTION REQUEST Superintendent Winkel indicated staff has reviewed the Melchert/Block Associates proposed Sanitary Sewer and Water plans for the National Guard Reserve Center. Mr. Winkel stated after examining the available Sanitary Sewer connections, staff has developed an alternate to the Melchert/Block proposal. He noted Alternate B, as described in the February 6, 1995 letter from City Engineer Greg Stonehouse is the staff recommended connection method. Mr. Winkel indicated the estimated cost for installing the staff recommended connection should be very close to the Melchert/Block proposed plans expenditure. Mr. Winkel stated as noted in Mr. Stonehouse's letter Alternate B will have the least amount of restoration needed on Ham1ine Avenue, with the water connection work taking place off the main roadway. The staff recommended water main connection should be a 12-inch size pipe jacked under County Highway 96 to maximize water available. Mr. Winkel noted staff has met with Mr. Bill Block from Melchert/ Block to discuss the alternate B plans. Mr. Block has agreed the Alternate B is feasible and is preparing plans and specifications for this proposal. Mr. Winkel indicated if Council agrees, he would like Council to direct staff to negotiate a connection agreement between the National Guard Reserve and Arden Hills. Mr. Bill Block of Melchert/Block Associates, indicated he had wanted to be assured that connection could be made before expenditures had been made. Acting Mayor Malone inquired if the costs have been estimated yet. Mr. Block indicated the cost is still unsure, because of moving the lift station and other extra costs. Mr. Stonehouse indicated there would not be a need for much oversizing. Councilmember Hicks inquired as to the size of the piping. Mr. Stonehouse indicated it was their opinion a 12-inch would be appropriate. Councilmember Hicks inquired if this is proposed for current needs and if development occurs, changing later. Mr. Stonehouse indicated the change would be to increase lift stations. Mr. Fritsinger also indicated in reviewing the area south of Sunfish Lake and small area north of the National Guard, there may not be a need for any changes for oversizing. I I. I I I I I I I Ie I I I I I I I I- I .ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL - FEBRUARY 27.1995 12 Councilmember Aplikowski inquired if there could be just slight oversizing to accommodate future development. Mr. Stonehouse indicated a four inch pipe will serve 20 acres and a six inch pipe would serve 80 acres. Mr. Stonehouse indicated considering limited development the four inch would be adequate. MOTION: Hicks moved and Aplikowski seconded a motion to direct staff to negotiate a connection agreement between the National Guard Reserve and Arden Hills. The motion carried unanimously (4-0). SCOPE OF WORK ON SANITARY SEWER STUDY Superintendent Winkel indicated as part of the 1995 budget, $6,500 was allocated for the preparation of a Sanitary Sewer Master Plan. Mr. Winkel indicated City Engineer, Terry Maurer estimated the project cost to be $15,000, which far exceeds the 1995 budgeted amount, but staff feels that these costs can be reduced with the Public Works crew performing some of the work outlined in the proposal. Mr. Winkel indicated the purchases and expenditures out of the 1995 sanitary sewer budget will also be monitored very closely. If it is determined at the mid-point of the year that the sewer budget cannot absorb the cost of the study, some budgeted items will not be purchased in 1995. Mr. Winkel indicated staff recommends that M.S.A. Engineering be authorized to prepare a Sanitary Sewer Master Plan for the Arden Hills Sanitary Sewer system. Councilmember Hicks inquired as to the benefits the City will receive. Mr. Winkel indicated issues regarding lift stations, current flow rates, Lake Johanna and those type of issues will be reviewed by the engineering staff of M.S.A. MOTION: Hicks moved and Aplikowski seconded a motion to authorize M.S.A. Engineering to prepare a Sanitary Sewer Master Plan with expenditures not to exceed $15,000. The motion carried unanimously (4-0). APPROVE TCAAP REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL City Administrator Fritsinger indicated a revised draft Request for Proposal (RFP) prepared for the Arsenal project is before the Council. He noted he tried to redefine this document and provide specific detail in the area of the scope of services. Mr. F ritsinger indicated this scope of services more accurately reflects the project the City is looking for the consultant to complete. I I. I I I I I I I Ie I I I I I I I Ie I ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL..::..EEBRUARY 27. 1995 1~ Mr. Fritsinger indicated staff would recommend the City Council approve the Request for Proposal for the preparation of a master plan for the Twin City Army Ammunition Plant and direct staff to provide this proposal to the {inns identified as candidates for this project as part of the qualification process. Councilmember Aplikowski inquired if the Task Force had reviewed this proposal. Mr. Fritsinger indicated the Task Force developed by the Mayor has not yet met. Councilmember Aplikowski clarified, the Task Force she was referring to was the one consisting of Commission members. Mr. Fritsinger indicated they had reviewed, with no changes. MOTION: Hicks moved and Keim seconded a motion to approve the Request for Proposal for the preparation of a master plan for the Twin City Army Ammunition Plant and direct staff to provide this proposal to the {inns identified as candidates for this project as part of the qualification process. The motion carried unanimously (4-0). ADOPT RFSOLUTION #95-18. INTERIM STRATEGY TO RFnUCE NONPOINT POLLUTION City Administrator Fritsinger indicated in early 1993 the Metropolitan Council required local governments to adopt an "Interim Strategy to Reduce Nonpoint Pollution". This resolution was supposedly to have been done in 1993, but was not completed. Mr. Fritsinger reviewed the requirements of each local government unit. He stated most requirements are being met, but have not been identified. Mr. Fritsinger indicated formal action is needed. Acting Mayor Malone indicated he remembered doing this before. Mr. Winkel also remembered, but there is no formal record. Councilmember Aplikowski indicated concern for the new Metropolitan Council information and she feels more changes are to come. Mr. Fritsinger indicated this action should just be a formalization to what activities the City is currently doing. MOTION: Hicks moved and Aplikowski seconded a motion to approve Resolution #95-18. The motion carried unanimously (4-0). ADMINISTRATOR COMMENTS City Administrator Fritsinger indicated a few items for the Council. Mr. Fritsinger indicated Dan Winkel has accepted a position as Fire Chief for the City of Andover and tendered his resignation to be effective March 10,1995. Mr. Fritsinger indicated he is scheduling interviews for the positions of Aclmin;otrative Secretary and Community Development Director. , . I. I I I I I I I I- I I I I I I I Ie I ,ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL - FEBRUARY 27. 1995 1~ Mr. Fritsinger stated Everest Development has not provided the City with a response to the direction provided at last week's City Council worksession. Other interested developers continue to contact staff to determine the status of these negotiations. COUNCIL COMMENTS Mr. Fritsinger indicated City Attorney Filla was in attendance to answer any questions regarding the Old Snelling Park Site. Acting Mayor Malone inquired if there was action required for the abstract. Mr. Fritsinger indicated no, staff will proceed. Councilmember Hicks indicated that it was his understanding what the City had done was to allow use of that site in lieu of park dedication, but the City did not take possession. He stated he would like to authorize City Attorney Filla to review property, and property across the street, currently used as an activity park. Councilmember Hicks indicated he would like to continue communication with residents regarding the renaming of County Road F, perhaps asking the Mr. John Stenglein to chair a resident committee, since he showed interest. Mr. Winkel indicated he would have staff review procedure. Councilmember Aplikowski indicated she would miss the Planning Commission meeting on Wednesday March 1, 1995, but she will attend the League of Cities meeting. Councilmember Keim wished Mr. Winkel the best at his new position. Acting Mayor Malone indicated Ramsey County has plan to rebuild the road between County Road C2 and Highway 51, because the City has always wanted to change the water mains when this work is being done, he requested staff review. Mr. Winkel indicated staff would review. Acting Mayor Malone also wished Mr. Winkel the best in his endeavors. AUJOURN MOTION: Keim moved and Hicks seconded a motion to adjourn the meeting at 10:30 p.m. The motion carried unanimously (4-0). S?~~ Paul Malone Acting Mayor Brian F ritsinge City Administrator I I. I I I I I I I I- I I I I I I I . I I .ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL - FEBRUARY 27. 1995 15 NOTICE OF MEETINGS The next regular Council meeting will be held March 13, 1995, at 7:30 p.m., at New Brighton City Hall.