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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCC 09-12-1988 r , .. . , . ~ , rU"UH." ur HIt. 1UWt;t; lULLS Rt;GULAR COUNCIL MEETING Monday, September 12, 1988, 7:00 p.m. - Village Hall CALL TO ORDER Pursusnt to due call and notice thereof, Mayor Woodburn called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. ROLL CALL The roll being called the following members were preaent: Mayor Robert Woodburn, Counci1membera Nancy Hansen, Gary Pack, Thomas Sather and Jeanne Winiecki. Also present: Attorney James Lynden, Planner John Bergly, Treasurer Frank Green, Parks Director John Buckley, Public Works Supe~isor Robert Raddatz, Clerk Administrator Gary Berger and Deputy Clerk Catherins Iago. CLOSED MEETING Council discussed pending litigation in a closed meeting between 7:00 and 7:30 p.m. APPROVE MINUTES Peck moved, seconded by Sather, that Council approve the minutes of the August 29, 1988 Regular Council Meeting as submitted. Motion csrried unenimously. (5-0) BUSINESS FROM FLOOR None. REPORT OF PLANNER CASE 188-26; SUP, INSTITUTIONAL HSING. 3200 HAMLINE AVE., LITTLE aROS/ELDERLY Council was referred to Planner Bergly's revised report of 9-12-88 regarding the application for a Special Use Permit for Institutional Houaing at 3200 Hamline Avenue, Little Brothere/Frienda of the Elderly. Bergly reviewed the request for a SUP to operate the facility on a 4.0 acre site in an R-l District. He displayed an existing site plan and explained a 50 foot path and small patio would be constructed to facilitate wheelchairs; these two items are the only proposed changes to the site. The Planner outlined the existing use on site for daytime recreational activities, vacation sessions and staff/volunteer retreats and meetings. He referred Council to the change in numbers of persons that would attend the overnight/vacation activities; the applicant is now requesting 3 to 4 persons for overnight visits. Council was referred to the Planning Commies ion minutes of 9-7-88 unanimouely approving the application based on the four 1telU listed under "Concluaions" in the Planner's report and conditioned upon the 5 iteme listed on page 2 of the Planner's report of 9-12-88. Council inquired as to the conditions of the Bradford will which specified if the Little Brothers/Friends of the Elderly were unable to continue the present use the property would revert to Presbyterian Homes; asked Hoffman if he had any knowledge of the Presbyterian Homes intended use of the property in the event it did revert to their ownership. John Hoffman, Attorney representing Little Brothers/Friends of the Elderly, advised he had no knowledge of Presbyterian Homes intended use of the site. Rod Schumacher, 3140 North Hamline Avenue, stated he did not favor any expansion of the eite elthough he ie not oppo.ed to the preeent u.e of the .ite. Schumacher was of the opinion any axpansion to the site would decrease his property value. Tom LaNasa, 3153 Shoreline Lane, expressed opposition as to future expansion of the site; stated he approves of the preeent use. Planner Bergly advised any proposed expansion of the site would require an amendment to the SUP and a public hearing would be acheduled. There was discussion relative to the facilities meeting code requirements. Bergly advised the property meets code requirements for sanitary facilities and use; he was unsure as to whethar or not the house would meet code requirements. Caretaker John Wright explained' the estate was given monies as a condition of the Bradford will to update the structure to meet all code requirements. M111utes of the Arden Hills Regular <-O""l'-'U Meeting, September 12, 1988 Page 2 .. , . . CASE 188-26 (Cont'd) Mayor Woodburn suggested overnight parking on the road be prohibited. Caretaker John Wright adviaed the overnight visitor parking has been limited to on-site parking only. There was Council discussion relative to the drsinage easement on the property; Council commented the easement should be in favor of Ramsey County rather than the 4IIr City of Ardsn Hills. Hsnsen moved, seconded by Winiecki, that Council approve Caee 188-26 the application for a Special Uee Permit for Institutional Housing on the Estete of John Bradford. 3200 Hamline Avenue North, Little Brothera/Frianda of the Elderly, baaed on the fo110winll 1. The 4.0-acre site is large for a single-family residence and has space to accommodate the proposed use. 2. The site provides natural tree cover that effectively separates the home snd yard from neighboring homes. 3. The primary sctivity ares on the site is situsted near the center of the site, leaving a distance of approximately 200 ft. to the residence on the south snd 300 ft. to the residence on the north. 4. The property is large enough to be redivided to create seven or eight additional building sites. and, furthermore, that Council approval is contingent upon the following: A. Th. ue. of the ait. will b. in aub.tantial conformanc. with the ue.. stipulated on page 1 of the Planner's revised report dated 9-12-88 under . "REQUEST" and referred to as Daytime Recreation Activitiee, Vacation Seseions and Staff/Volunteer Retreata. B. Any changes in the site will require an amendment to the Special Use Psrmit as provided for in the Zoning Ordinance. C. A resident carataker ahall ea. that the buildings and grounds are maintained in a manner compatible with tha neighborhood. D. Staff or volunteers shall be on the site at all times that invited visitore are present. E. In the event objectione are received in regards to the parking conditions on-site or in the area the Special Use Permit will be reviewed by Planning Commission and Council. Motion carried unanimously. (5-0) CASE 188-27; SUP VSAT DISH ANTENNA 4105 NO. LEXINGTON, J.A. DOERRER AGENCY Council was referred to the Planner's report of 9-7-88 and relative to the application for a Special Use Permit to operate a VSAT Satellite Dish Antenna, 4105 Lexington Avenue North, J.A. Doerrer & Daughter Insurance Asency. Bergly explained the request for s temporary permit to operate the antenna had been approved by Council at their Regular Meeting held August 29. He stated the Planning Commission had held a Public Hearing at their meeting held 9-7-88 and ~ unanimously recommended approval of the SUP. The Planner noted the antenna has been on the roof and in operation for the last month; he has viewed the antenna from surrounding buildings and it is barely visible from the third floor of tbe ne11bboring buildinge. Berlly adviaed tbe antenna is not visible from any street in the area. Bergly noted the unique conditione and rationale for Planning Commission approval was based on the limited exposure to nearby uses, proximity of otber dishes on neigbboring property and generally visible broadcasting towers in the vicinity. Hansen moved, seconded by Peck, that Council approve Case #88-27 an application for s Special Use Permit for a VSAT Dish Antenna at 4105 North Lexington Avenue, J.A. Doerrer and Daughter Agency Farmers Insurance Group, subject to the 3 ft. by 5 ft. antenna being located to the center-rear of the building and it is to project no 'higher than 6 ft. above the roof. Motion carried unanimously. (5-0) , . . . . Minutes of the Arden Hills Regular Council Meeting, September 12, 1988 , Page 3 CASE 088-04, LOT SPLIT, 1960 CO. ROAD E-2, ROBINSON Planner Bergly referred Council to a letter from John Robinson dated 9-1-88, requesting Council hold action on his application as he would like to pursue acquiring the property and researching the ownership of the right-of-way. Bergly explained Robinson has requested appearing before the County Board to discuss the matter; if the property is acquired by Robinson it would negate the need for the requested variances. Council concurred to hold action on the matter. REPORT OF PARKS DIRECTOR YARD BEAUTIFICATION RECOGNITION Council was referred to a memorandum from Park Director Buckley dated 9-8-88, listing the residents given special recognition for yard beautification. The Council and audience was shown a video tape, prepared by Public Works Supervisor Raddatz and narrated by Don Messerly. Mayor Woodburn presented certificates of recognition to the following residents who attended the meeting: Jan and Jack Wilwerding, 3966 Glenview Avenue Bud and Ruth Steglich, 4612 Lisa Lane Margaret and Duane Lilla, 1395 Arden Oaks Drive Paul, Sue, Teri and Scott Rusting, 4136 Norma Circle Certificates will be mailed to the following residents who were recognized: VerI and Winifred Ives, 2015 Thom Drive. Stephen and Chis Anderson, 1316 Floral Avenue Walter and Lois Rudd, 4590 Lisa Lane Council and Park Director Buckley thanked the residents for beautifying the City. 1988 FALL FESTIVAL REPORT Park Director Buckley reported on the 1988 Fall Festival events and participation. He advised the proceeds from the September 10th events are contributed to the Arden Hills Parks and Recreation for park development. Buckley thanked Mike Flannagen from St. Paul Book and Stationary who was the Chairman for the 1988 festival as well as all the businesses and persons who contributed to make the festival a success. PARK DEDICATION; VALENTINE HILLS NO.2, DNISTRAN Councilman Sather reported to Council on the negotiated park dedication fees for the Valentine Hills No. 2 plat; as outlined in his letter dated September 12, 1988. Sather advised David Dnistran had agreed to a 10% park dedication in the amount of $2,650.00; a copy of the original purchase agreement was enclosed for Council review. Sather also reported that Mr. Dnistran had provided the City with 1000 cubic yards of black dirt to complete the landscaping at the water tower and North Snelling Park at no charge to the City. Sather moved, seconded by Hansen, that Council accept the park dedication fee in the amount of $2,650.00 for the Valentine Hilla No. 2 Plat. Motion carried unanimously. (5-0) Council expressed their thanka to Dnistran for his donation of black dirt to the City. REPORT OF CLERK ADMINISTRATOR FINANCIAL CONSLT. JAMES CASSERLY I-694/I-35W STUDY Council was referred to Clerk Administrator's memorandum of 9-9-88 relative to staff requesting James Casserly to appear before Council to discuss services he can provide.regarding the Land Use Study I-694/I-35W. Clerk Administrator introduced Financial Consultant James Casserly and Mary Molzahn. Casserly reviewed his and May Molzahn's Resumes and outlined several projects utilizing Tax Increment Financing they have worked on, either together or separately, for other cities. Minutes of the Arden Hills Regular Council Meeting, September 12, 1988 Page 4 .. CASSERLY (Cont'd) Casserly outlined Tax Increment Financing history, how it works, problems and the city role in development process. The Financial Consultant explained some concepts relative to TIF: -People approach tax increment as an assistance to a user/developer; the only reason for involvement in tax increment financing should be due to municipal 4If goals or objectives to be achieved. TIF is a planning device and a tool for development. -Tax Increment is a source of funding to provide for development/redevelopment for cities. -Tax Increment Was originally designed to assist mature or substantially developed cities fill out available land or redevelop underutilized/blighted areas and encourage a higher density of development. Mary Molzahn displayed tables that identified how TIF is generated; Cash Flow with traditional bond sale and the "Pay As You Go" plan with limited revenue tax increment notes. She explained the major differences between the two plans and noted the "pay as you go" plan reduces the risks to the City. Casserly reviewed problems that could be incurred and specifically problema relating to the Round Lake study area. He explained some alternatives for working through the problems and services he could provide: -Set up a development program, explore State Statutes that would be applicable. -Design a "Master Plan"; create multiple tax increment districts in the same area on a parcel by parcel basis. -Develop each parcel on its own merits and the project could support each other. -Prepare a development agreement; what the City is requesting and what it is willing to offer as incentive to the developer. -Minimal issuance of General Obligation Bonds. -Explore other public financing opportunities; special assessments or joint powers opportunities. . Casserly stated he does not offer financial consulting in the conventional sense, they are not paid from the issuance of bonds, the services are paid at an hourly rate. He explained they have no incentive for the City to go into debt; the objective is to accomplish the goal with maximum security_and financial creativity. Casserly praised the Land Study report that was prepared by the Task Force relative to the site. Council questioned the feaSibility of this project being successful. Casserly stated it was clear from the study report the Round Lake area project would be very feasible and the projected figures would work as outlined; he explained he could not guarantee when or if the development would begin. There was Council discussion relative to proceeding with the project as follows: . -Review other financial consultants proposals. -Prepare and set a clear policy for proceeding with the project. -Development of a zoning district. -Extent of developer interest in the site. -Imposing a moratorium on development in the area until the zoning district has been determined. -Informing property owners in the area of the plans for the project. Clerk Administrator Berger advised that the staff, Task Force and Planning Commission dp not have the expertise to work with the legalities and other aspects of the project; he recommended a financial consultant be retained to begin putting the plan in action. Task Force Committee members Probst and Malone agreed there would be a demand for development at the site. Probst commented he could not guarantee the precise mix of uses and the valuation predicted for the site, however in his opinion there would be activity on the site once Arden Hills declares a policy for development of the site; what the City is willing to offer as incentive for development. . . . . . , Minutes of the Arden Hills Regular Council Meeting, September 12, 1988 'Page 5 CASSERLY (Cont'd) Planner Bergly explained the Planning Commission at their meeting of 9-7-88 requested he work with the Task Force subcommittee to develop a zoning district for that area; the first meeting hss been scheduled for 9-15-88. He indicated the committee would discuss the zoning requirements, schedule public hearings and respond to landowners questions. Council questioned the legality of imposing a moratorium. Clerk Administrator Berger advised Attorney Lynden has indicated a moratorium could be imposed during the committee consideration of a new zoning district and the moratorium could be renewed if the City has an economic development program. Paul Malone commented before the zoning change is initiated the City should determine if it is possible to finance the improvements discussed that would allow the higher level of zoning; he suggested studying the financial considerations in conjunction with the zoning discussions. Winiecki moved, seconded by Woodburn, that Council place a moratorium on the district defined as the I-694/I-35W intersection study area and at the same time proceed with the zoning ordinance review for a PUD District redevelopment/economic district snd establishment of policy and standards for this area. Motion carried unanimously. (5-0) There was discussion relative to Council, Clerk Administrator, Task Force Subcommittee and Planning Commission, and Staff attendance at the meeting scheduled for Thursday, 9-15-88. Councilmember Peck suggested a Council work session with an agenda to include discussion of financial aspects, prioritizing plan, and directing staff, consultants, and committee as to how to proceed and determining a time-frame Probst indicated the subcommittee was planning to review the PUD ordinance at the meeting; he noted there was a schedule adopted at the Planning Commission meeting of 9-7-88 to review other cities ordinances and prepare a draft ordinance for Council review. Hansen moved, seconded by Sather, that Council schedule two Special Council Meetings to be held Thursday, September 15, 1988 and Monday, September 19, 1988, at 7:30 p.m., at the Village Hall. Motion carried unanimously. (5-0) Council requested the minutes of the meeting held Thursday, 9-15-88, be forwarded to Council for their review prior to the 9-19-88 meeting. TRAFFIC STUDY; COUNTY RD. E & PINETREE DRIVE Council was referred to a memorandum from the Clerk Administrator dated 9-9-88, relative to the requested traffic signal at the intersection of County Road E and Pinetree Drive. Daniel Soler, Ramsey County Traffic Engineer, was present and reviewed the traffic studies formerly and recently conducted at the intersection. He explained the most recent study of the intersection of County Road E and Pinetree Drive resulted in the County determination that a signal was warranted at that location. Soler advised the location has been identified as a "4-hour volume warrant" location; the main line which is County Road E and the cross street Pinetree has a high enough traffic volume for a four hour period which causes undue delay and some hazard. He stated the County policy on traffic signal installation is that Ramsey County installs signals at locations where they are warranted; cost participation is based on the number of entering "legs". Soler explained the County has three legs of the intersection and would be responsible for two-thirds of the cost with Arden Hills responsible for one-third of the cost. Soler stated the County cannot move forward with the requested signal without a request from the City. Council questioned if the residents on County Road E had been contacted and if not would they be contacted prior to installation and how the signal would affect the turn lane and businesses along the roadway. Soler explained raised medians would be installed along County Road E to allow for channelization and to limit or close off some of the driveways. Minutes of the Arden Hills Regular Council Meeting, September 12, 1988 Page 6 , TRAF. STUDY (Cont'd) Council comments and questions: -Driveway access for businesses would be limited; no left turns would be required and are businesses willing to sacrifice driveways. -Did the study include the two lights west of Pine tree at the overpass ramp? -Were any alternatives discussed; signal at Harriet and Lexington rather . than this location? -Costs for interconnecting the signal with the two signals on the ramp? Soler advised the State requires the signal lights be interconnected and agree to installation if the County study results in a determination the light is warranted. Councilmember Winiecki suggested the traffic be routed to the northeast corner of the MSI parking lot and merge into the ramp that is sign~led on the east end of the bridge. Mike Flannagan, St. Paul Book and Stationary, and a representative from MSI Insurance were present and spoke in favor of the signalization of the intersection. Flannagan commented that the businesses had held a meeting snd unanimously agreed the signal ie necessary. Council discussed with the traffic engineer the configuration of the median and signal and cost estimates; Soler advised preliminary diagrams and cost estimates could be drafted for Council review. Sather moved, seconded by Winiecki, that Council request the Ramsey County Traffic Engineer prepare and submit to Council for review by the . end of October 1988 a rendering of the traffic control device proposed for the interaection of County Road E and Pinetree Drive and a cost estimate for Arden Hills participation on a one-third share basis. Peck moved to amend the motion, seconded by Sather, that the County contact residents and businesses along County Road E, between Lexington Avenue and old Snelling Avenue, to notify them of the proposed signal and solicit their comments prior to Council action on this matter. Amendment to the motion carried unanimously. (5-0) Original motion as amended carried unanimously. (5-0) RES. #88-29; COMM. ACCESS MANAGEMENt Sather moved, seconded by Peck, that Council approve Resolution No. 88-29, Support inK Community Access Management By A Non-Profit Corporation. Motion carried unanimously. (5-0) REQ. PLAN. COMM. APPOINTMENT; TERRY SCHUTTEN Council was referred to the letter submitted by Terry Schutten, 1251 Wyncrest Court, 9-8-88, expressing an interest and submitting application for sppointment to the Planning Commission. . Mayor Woodburn indicsted he was not prepared at this time to recommend appointment. CLAIMS & PAYROLL Hansen moved, seconded by Sather, that Council approve Claims and Payroll as submitted. Motion carried unanimously. (5-0) TENT PERMIT; HOIGAARD'S, INC Hansen moved, seconded by Sather, that Council approve the application for a Tent Permit for Hoigaard's, Inc., for September 19 thru 26, 1988, contingent upon review and Motion carried unanimously. (5-0) approval by Fire Chief. FINAL LANDSCAPE REPORTS Council was referred to the final landscape inspection reports from Inspector Ervin Oelke dated 9-11-88. Councilmember Winiecki advised the final approval should be contingent upon the recommendations for replacement of dead or missing plant materials, as outlined in the individual reports of the inspector. . . . . - . Minutes of the Arden Hills Regular Council Meeting, September 12, 1988 . .'Page 7 INSPECTIONS (Cont'd) Hansen moved, seconded by Peck, that Council approve the Final Lsndscape Inspections for the following projects: Case #85-11; Northwoods Office Park, 3900 Northwoods Drive; Case #84-25; Bethel College, Student Housing, Phase IV; Case #85-19; Everest Technology Center, 1275 Red Fox Road; and Case #86-7; Shannon Square, Lexington Avenue, and release of bonds being contingent upon-replacement of dead or missing plant materials as outlined in the landscape inspectors reports for these cases. Motion carried unanimously. (5-0) OTHER BUSINESS IMPRVMT. PROJECT; LEXINGTON AVE., CO. Rll. G-2 TO CO. Rll. J Councilmember Hansen referred to the draft feasibility report on the improvement project for Lexington Avenue, between County Road G-2 and County Road J. Council comments as follows: -The City of Shoreview has an intense need for upgrading the road on their portion of Lexington Avenue -Arden Hills receives almost no benefit from the improvement; the cost sharing outlined is not appropriate with the usage. -The Army should pay a portion or all of Arden Hills costs for the upgrading. -Council would favor a bikeway, separate from the highway, and three traffic lanes rather than four. -The estimated costs for the improvement are exorbitant. -Ramsey County should be reminded Arden Hills does not enjoy jurisdiction over the property adjacent to the roadway. Berger advised he has contacted Shoreview City Manager Dwight Johnson; Shoreview is extremely interested in the project and Johnson had discussed cost sharing more favorable to Arden Hills. Council concurred to direct the Clerk Administrator to forward a letter to the County with their comments. NAME NO. SNELLING PARK; MC NIESH PK. Hansen moved, seconded by Winiecki, that Council recommends naming North Snelling Park "Charlotte McNiesh Park". Councilmember Sather suggested forwarding the matter to the Parks Committee for their discussion and recommendation. Woodburn amended the motion, seconded by Hansen, that the matter be tabled and Council refer the recommendation to the Parks Committee for their discussion and recommendation to Council. Amendment to motion carried unanimously. (5-0) Original motion as amended carried unanimously. (5-0) TEMP. SIGN PERMITS Councilmember Winiecki reported the recent amendment to Sign Ordinance, pertaining to the number of temporary signs issued per year has accomplished the Council goal; McGuire's has indicated they are using their reader-board sign due to the limited number allowed. UNION NEGOTIATIONS Councilman Sather advised Council the Labor Contract reopener would be forthcoming. PARK DEDICATIONS Councilman Sather advised Council he is in the process of finalizing park dedications for properties owned by Opus Corporation and C.G. Rein Company. LJVFD 1988 CONTR. & 1989 PROP. BUDGET Council discussed the 1988 Fire Contract and the 1989 Proposed Budget for the LJVFD. Councilmember Hansen suggested Council recommend to the Finance Committee the LJVFD 1988 Budget remain as is for this year and an additional 4 percent be included for the 1989 LJVFD budget. She explained staff and other contracts are held to a 4 percent increase. Council concurred to hold further discussion until the Special Council Meeting of 9-19-88. Minutes of the Arden Hills Regular Council Meeting, September 12, 1988 Page 8 . " RENDERING PLANT REPORT Clerk Administrator Berger reported on the meeting with Attorney Lynden and Inspector McGinley relative to the rendering plant. Berger stated there was discussion regarding what progress McGinley has made and other options the cities can pursue, othar than inspections, to bring the plant into compliance. He advised they had discussed working with State Senators, State ... Legislators and use of the media; also discussed was joint legal actions using existing environmental laws. Council questioned shutting the plant down or pursuing the matter under the Nuisance Ordinance. No action was taken. ADJOURNMENT Hansen moved, seconded by Peck, that the meeting be adjourned at 11:45 p.m. Motion carried unanimously. (5-0) Gar~r~r' ~l Clerk Administrator ~~~ Ro ert L. Woodburn Mayor . NOTICE OF MEETINGS There will be two Special Council Meetings held on Thursday, September 15, and Monday, September 19, 1988, at 7:30 p.m., at the Village Hall. The next Regular Council Meeting will be held on Monday, September 26, 1988, at 7:00 p.m., at the Village Hall. There will be a Closed Meeting held at 7:00 p.m., Monday, September 26, 1988, at the Village Hall, to discuss Kem Milling litigation. . -