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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCCP 02-17-1994 . ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION MEETING CITY HALL CONFERENCE ROOM THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 17,1994,4:30 P.M. 4:30 PM 1. Call to order/roll call 2, Agenda adoption, 4:30 PM 3. Animal Control Update. 4:45 PM 4. Discussion - Transient Merchants. 5:00 PM 5. Everest Group update. . 5:15 PM 6, Committee/Commission review of structure and guidelines. 5:30 PM 7. Review and update of 1994 policing needs and alternatives. 5:45 PM 8. 1994 Budget Document - any clarifications or comments that are needed. 6:00 PM 9. Council comments. 6:15 PM 10. Adjourn. The above times may vary depending upon length of issue discussion. . CITY OF ARDEN HILLS - MEXIlANOOM ro: Mayor and ecnmci ,.......hqrs FIlCH: Dorothy A. Person, City~ini!Otrator IP.TE : February 14, 1994 stlBJ'D:T : ]ldministrator l'>.,.,""Its for 2-17-94 ecnmcil WOrksession I. Animal Control Update - Attached is a draft copy of the proposed ordinance changes am additions to the =ent City ordinance Olapter #5. These changes have not been yet reviewej by legal counsel. The major issues to be rJi"""'~sed are: tightening the restrictions on clogs running at large am habitual howling and bark.in;J; adding a special section on cats which would require licensure am discourage running at large; new language under Division 4 Kennels; am adding a section for exotic animals. Brian and Rick Ruzicka will be available at the worksession for questions am camments. . II. Transient Merchants - Attached is a draft copy of the proposed ordinance changes am additions to the =ent city Ordinance C1apter #18. The ordinance has not yet been reviewed by legal counsel. The major changes are: Registration will be required for everyone, and the application will include a photograph of salesperson and background check; This draft includes a fee, however, the city attorney has in the past indicated that charging a fee is unreasonable; a three day waiting period for administrative approval with a 30 day maximum length of duration on the pennit; am to include hours of operation from 9:00 am to 7:00 pm with no SUnday solicitation. This ordinance proposed would allow b:>th for-profit am non-profit. III. Everest Group - Everest is =ently preparing a proposal for the Gateway Business District. The city can anticipate receiving it shortly, however, probably not before the February 17 worksession date. From discussions with Everest, the details of the proposal are anticipated to include a number of issues which are related to the issuance of b:>nds. While the fomal proposal is unavailable at this time, staff would like to briefly discuss the issues. IV. Committee/Commission review of structure and guidelines - Be prepared to present your Committee's goals and mission statement in draft fom. V. Review am update of 1994 policing needs and alternatives - See Administrator I s rnem:> attached outlinin;J the issues that nee:! to be addressed am discussed. - VI. Budget Document Review - Any canunents, clarification Handouts: STATE OF MINNESOTA D~~A"\ f'''"r ... COUNTY OF RAMSEY CITY OF ARDEN HILLS ORDINANCE CHAPTER 5 AN ORDINANCE TO PROVIDE FOR THE REGISTRATION, IDENTIFICATION AND KEEPING OF DOGS AND CATS. THE CITY COUNCIL OF ARDEN HILLS DO ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS: SECTION 5 -1. OUARANTINE OF BITING ANIMALS. Whenever any dog-<.. cat or animal has bitten any person, the owner or custodian of such dog, cat or animal having been so notified by the police department shall immediately cause the dog, cat or animal to be quarantined at the city pound for a period of ten (10) days after such person has been bitten by said dog. cat or animal. During the quarantine period, said dog, cat or animal shall be kept under observation to determine its condition, and if it is found to be sick or diseased the poundkeeper shall immediately report in writing to the police department the condition of the dog, cat or animal, During the quarantine period, the dog, cat or animal shall not be removed from the designated quarantine facility except by special written permit from the Minnesota Livestock Sanitary Board and the police department. The owner of said dog , cat or animal shall be responsible for the cost of such quarantine. (Ord. No. 198, 13, 6- ... 27-77) SECTION 5-31. DEFINITIONS The following definitions shall be used in the application and interpretation of the provisions of this article: (a) Dog shall mean any species of the Canis genus of animals. (b) Kennel shall mean any establishment where dogs are kept for the purposes of breeding or sale, or sporting purposes. Any person owning, harboring or keeping for pleasure or profit three (3) or more dogs older than six (6) months shall be deemed an operator of a dog kennel. (c) Owner shall mean any person, firm or corporation owning, harboring or keeping a dog. (Ord. No. 198, 1, 6-27-77) SECTION 5-32. RUNNING AT LARGE-DOGS; CONTROL- No owner or keeper of any dog, whether licensed or unlicensed, shall permit such dog to run at large. !~y dog ohQll be deemed to be running ~t l.::lrgc uRl::oo ouch dog in aCC6ffL!'aRiccl in cLose plrcHciffiity by ito mmer ~nd under such effective direction, oupervioion Qn8. ceFltrol of i to a~.Tncr 3D to be iR fa::t rcotraiRcd by BLlEh o".IRcr a.t all timeo, provideel., hm,c7cr, that during all timco that any dog rCffLnino on hiD o.,a'lcr'.5 prcmioco the clog .:Jh.:lll be decmea to be 1j~.ithin the ::.ffccti"l'C clircctioR, oupcrvioi-:Jn :Lnd control of oaid m'ncr. - _It shall be the oblioation and resoonsibility of the owner or custodian of any doo in the City, whether oermanently or temoorarily therein, to nrevent any such doo at any time to be on any street, oublic nark, school orounds, or oublic nlace without beino effectively restrained by a chain or leash not exceedino eioht (8) feet in lenoth. Any oerson hayino custody or control of any doo shall have the resoonsibility for cleanino uo any feces of the animal and disoose of such feces in a sanitary manner. It shall furthermore be the duty of each oerson havino the custody and control of any doo to have on such oerson oossession of a device or eouioment for oickino uo and removal of animal feces. The orovisions of this oaraoraoh shall not aooly to a ouide doo accomoanyino a blind oerson or to a doo when used in oolice or rescue activities. The fact that a dog is running at large within the meaning of this section shall be prima facie proof of a violation hereof, and shall subject the owner or keeper of such dog to the penalty provided in section 5-39. (Ord. No. 198, 7, 6-27-77) SECTIOH S 3 J. OlRrBR TO CLE1'j', Ur' 1'.FTER DOG. Thc mmcr of any ao~ :Jh:ll2. h.a~,;c the. rcopoRsi13ility for clca.nin!3 tiE' any fccco of the ~nimQl, ~;hcrc7cr clF6~~cd thereby, ~nd oh~ll cliopooc of ouch feces in :t :J:J.nitary ffi:tnncr. (Ora. .no. 198, 3, C 27 77) . SECTION 5-34. OWNER TO PREVENT NUISANCES - The owner or custodian of any dog shall prevent the dog from committing in the city any act which constitutes a nuisance, It is a nuisance for any dog to habitually or frequently bark or cry at night, to frequent school grounds, parks or public beaches, to chase vehicles, to molest or annoy any person away from the property of his owner or custodian, or to damage, defile or destroy public or private property. Failure of the owner or custodian of a dog to prevent the dog from committing such a nuisance is a violation of this chapter [or "this Code" or "this division"] . SECTION 5-35. HABITUAL HOWLING AND BARKING DOGS UNLAWFUL; EXCEI'T:ON, COrlr'L.'\.D" NOTICE, K"d1.n..'\NT. It SR:J.II be unl:l..,:ful for aRY pcroon to s.;nr h:CCfl, R::l.YC in hiD POoocDDian, or harBor any do'3 .:hich, BY frequent and RaBi tual Rm:liR'3, yelping, b:J.rlcing or othCF:;ioc oh.311 sauce ocriouo annoyance or clioturb:tncc to pc~oons or to the RLi~hBorhood, pro7iclca th:tt the ~rovioiono of this sc::::tioR DRal1 not a!lJ!lly to duly authorizea Ros!li tala or cliniss conducted for the treatment of offi.::Lll :J.nim::llo. no pCrElClR oh.:!.ll be CCFl.~,,~ictcd undsr the pro~v.ioiono of this ocction CJ[ccpt upon evidence of t',Je (2) or more aault perDona, each of a different houaehole1., aRd no ',:arrant ahall be issued eJwept after fi7e (S) clayo' ::rit~~n notice has been mailed or clcli7crsa ta the 6ccup~nt 0;: t~e premioes ',:here auch as,!! is )(e!lt or h:J.rbored, adviDin,!! tRat :J. oomplaiRt haD BeLR maae about the as,!! aRa ealliR,!! attention to the proviaiona of tRis DectiDR, and pro~iaca tRe complaint haa not . been .Jithdra',:n BY either !larty. (Ord. No. 192, 12, C 27 (7) - No person shall keep, harbor or maintain at any place within the City any animal which by its barkinq, howlinq, whininq, or other noises, unreasonably disturbs the peace and auiet of any person in the vicinity. The phrase "unreasonably disturb the peace and auiet" shall include, but is not limited to. the creation of any noise by any animals which can be heard by any person, includinq a law enforcement officer or animal control officer, from a location outside of the buildinq or premises where the animal is beinq kept and which animal noise occurs repeatedly over a five minute period of time with one minute or less lapse of time between each animal noise durinq the five minute period. SECTION 5-36. DISEASED OR VICIOUS DOGS, No person shall keep or suffer to be kept on premises occupied by him or permit or suffer to run at large, any diseased dog or any dog of a ferocious or vicious character, habit or disposition. (Ord. No. 198, 11, 6- 27-77) SECTION 5-37. DESTRUCTION OF CERTAIN DOGS. (a) Upon sworn complaint to the municipal court that anyone of the following facts exist: (1) That any dog at any time has destroyed property or habitually trespasses in a damaging manner on the . property of persons other than the owner; (2) That any dog at any time has attacked or bitten a person outside the owner's or custodian's premises; (3 ) That any dog is vicious or shows vicious habits or molests pedestrians or interferes with vehicles on public streets; or (4) That any dog is a public nuisance as defined in section 5-34 herein; the judge shall issue a summons directed to the owner of the dog commanding him to appear before the court to show cause why the dog should not be seized by any police officer, or otherwise disposed of in the manner authorized in this part. Such summons shall be returnable not less than six (6) nor more than ten (10) days from the date thereof and shall be served at least ten (10) days before the time of the scheduled appearance. (b) Upon such hearing and finding the facts true as complained of, the court may either order the dog killed or order the owner or custodian to remove it from the city, or may order the owner or custodian to keep it confined to a designated place. If the owner or custodian violates such order, any police officer may impound the dog described in such order. The provisions of this section are in addition to and supplemental to other provisions of this article. . (c) Costs of the proceedings specified by this section shall be assessed against the owner or custodian of the dog, if the facts . in the complaint are found to be true; or the complainant, if the. facts are found to be untrue. SECTION 5-38. MUZZLING PROCLAMATION BY MAYOR. Whenever the prevalence of rabies renders such action necessary to protect the public health and safety, the mayor shall issue a proclamation ordering every person owning or keeping a dog to confine it securely on his premises unless it is muzzled so that it cannot bite. No person shall violate such proclamation, and any unmuzzled dog running at large during the time fixed in the proclamation shall be killed by the police without notice to the owner. (Ord. No. 198 15, 6-27-77) SECTION 5-39. VIOLATION: PENALTIES. Violations of this article shall be a misdemeanor and, upon conviction thereof, shall be punishable by a fine of not to exceed three hundred dollars ($300.00) or imprisonment for a period not to exceed ninety (90) days, or both. The minimum fine for the first offense of a dog shall be twenty-five dollars ($25.00) . The minimum fine for any subsequent offense by the same dog shall be fifty dollars ($50.00). (Ord. No. 198, 18, 6-27-77) . SECTION 5-46. LICENSE REOUIRED; FORM. (a) Every owner of a dog or cat more than six (6) months of age shall cause such dog or cat to be registered, numbered, described and licensed through the office of the clerk- . administrator of the city. Such registration, numbering and licensing shall be for two (2) years for such dog while owned 10 kept by the same person while living at the same address. (b) The license shall be a metal tag issued by the clerk- administrator. (Ord. No. 198, 2, 6-27-77) SECTION 5-47. INITIAL FEE; FEE FOR DUPLICATE TAG. (a) The fee for registration, numbering, description and licensing shall be as established from time to time by the council in a resolution adopted thereby. (b) Duplicate licenses for lost tags or the changed address of the owner shall be issued upon application to the clerk- administrator and payment of such fee as is required from time to time by the council in a resolution adopted thereby. (Ord. No. 198, 2, 6-27-77; Ord. No. 217, 2, 12-29-80) SECTION 5-48. LICENSE TAG NONTRANSFERABLE. No owner of any dog or cat shall transfer its license tag or place or permit to be placed such tag upon any other dog or cat than the one for which such tag was originally issued. (Ord. No. 198, 5, 6-27-77) SECTION 5-49. RABIES VACCINATION REQUIRED PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF LICENSE. Before any license shall be issued for any dog . or cat, the applicant for such license shall furnish a certificate from a licensed veterinarian that such dog or cat has received a rabies vaccination within one year. (Ord. No. 198, 14, 6-27-77) . SECTION 5-50. LICENSE AND VACCINATION TAGS TO BE AFFIXED TO BG6 COLLAR. Every owner of a dog. or cat of more than six (6) months of age shall at all times place and keep around the neck of such dog a collar upon which shall be securely affixed the metal tag license provided for in section 5-46 hereof and a rabies vaccination tag issued within the last two (2) years. (Ord. No. 198, 3, 6-27-77) . SECTION 5-51. COUNTERFEIT TAGS. No person shall make, sell or purchase any false or counterfeit license tag, or place or permit to be placed any such false or counterfeit tag on any dog or cat owned or kept by him. (Ord. No. 198, 4, 6-27-77) SECTION 5-52. RECORDS TO BE KEPT BY CITY. The city shall maintain in books provided for such purpose a record of all licenses and tags issued, with the name and residence of the person (s) to whom the same was issued, and the number designated upon the metal license tag. (Ord. No. 198, 6, 6-27-77) DIVISION 3. CITATIONS AND IMPOUNDMENT SECTION 5-56. AUTHORITY TO IMPOUND, ISSUE CITATIONS, Any dog or cat found in violation of the provisions of this article may be seized and impounded by any police officer or any a6~ c6Btrel a~cBt animal control officer of the city; provided, however, that if the owner of such animal is known or can be ascertained from available . information, it shall be returned to its owner and a citation for such violation shall be issued to the owner or keeper of such animal [unless otherwise provided in this article] , (Ord. No. 198, 9, 6-27-77) SECTION 5-57. PLACE OF IMPOUNDMENT. Impoundment may be in such animal shelter, within or without the city, as the council from time to time may designate by resolution as the "city pound." (Ord. No. 198, 9, 6-27-77) SECTION 5-58. NOTI CE TO OWNER. The owner of any dog or cat impounded under the provisions of this division, if his identity and location can be obtained by reasonable means, shall be notified within twenty-four (24) hours that his dog has been impounded. (Ord. No. 198, 9, 6-27-77) SECTION 5-59. REDEMPTION BY OWNER: FEE. Any dog or cat impounded pursuant to the provisions of this division may be redeemed from the pound by the owner thereof within five (5) days after such impoundment upon payment to the clerk-administrator of ffitefi a $25 impoundment fee as has been from time to time established by the city council by resolution, plus the license fee required pursuant to section 5-47 hereof in the vent the dog is not licensed. (Ord. No. 198, 9, 6-27-77) . SECTION 5-60. RELEASE. Upon the presentation of proof of a valid license for such dog or cat and payment of the fees provided ----- . in the previous section hereof, the poundkeeper shall release the dog or cat to its owner. The poundkeeper shall' further take such steps as are necessary to cause the owner of the dog or cat to be charged with any violation of this article which gave rise to the impoundment of the dog. (Ord. No. 198, 9, 6-27-77) SECTION 5-61. REDEMPTION BY PERSON OTHER THAN OWNER. If the owner of any dog or cat impounded under this division shall fail to redeem such dog or cat within five (5) days after its impoundment, not including Sunday or holidays, any other person may, upon complying with the provision of this division, redeem such dog or cat from the pound and be the lawful owner of such dog thereafter. If the dog or cat has been requested by a licensed educational or scientific institution under Section 35.71 of Minnesota Statutes, then it shall be given to such institution and shall not be sold. (Ord. No. 198, 9, 6-27-77) SECTION 5-62. DISPOSITION OF UNREDEEMED DOGS AND CATS. All dogs and cats impounded under this division which have not been redeemed or purchased as authorized hereby may be disposed of in a humane manner by the poundkeeper or any police officer. (Ord. No. 198, 9, 6-27-77) SECTION 5 - 63 . INTERFERENCE WITH OFFICERS. It shall be unlawful for any unauthorized person to break open the pound or to attempt to do so, or to take or let out any dogs or cats therefrom, or to . take or attempt to take from any officer any dog or cats taken by him in compliance with this article, or in any manner to interfere with or hinder such officer in the discharge of his duties under this article. (Ord. No. 198, 10, 6-27-77) DIVISION 4. KENNELS SECTION 5-66. CONSTRUCTION AND PURPOSE OF DIVISION. This division is supplementary to and in addition to all other provisions of this Code or other ordinances in effect relatinq to the ownership, care and custody of doqs within the City and is deemed necessary bv the Council in order to requlate and control the ownership and the keepinq of doqs in and near residential area of the City. SECTION 5-67, REQUIRED; LIMITED TO LICENSEE'S DOGS: ZONING CLASSIFICATIONS WHERE PERMITTED. ~ No person shall keep more than two (2 ) doqs over three (3) months of aqe anYWhere within the City without first obtaininq a small kennel license under this division for the keepinq of such doqs for breedinq, sale or show purposes. J..Ql Anv licensee under this decision may not board or train doqs belonqinq to other persons on such licenses premises. . ltl Small kennel licenses will not be issued under this division in any part of the City except on property zoned . commercial or residential R-1. SECTION 5-68. APPLICATION; INVESTIGATION; GRANT OR DENIAL OF LICENSE. ~ Application. AnY person desirinq a small kennel license reauired under the provisions of Section 5-67 shall make written application therefor to the City Administrator upon a form prescribed by and containina such information as required bv the City Administrator. Arnona other thinas, the application shall contain the followinq information; ill. A descriPtion of the real property upon which it is desired to keep the animal or animals. III The species and number of animals to be maintained on the premises. ill A statement that the applicant/permittee will at all times keep the animals in accordance with all the conditions prescribed bv the City Health Officer and/or Animal Control Officer, or a modification thereof, and that failure to obey such conditions will constitute a violation of the proyision of this chapter and qrounds for cancellation of the permit. . Jtl Such other and further information as may be required by the City Health Officer and/or Animal Control Officer. J..Ql Consent. The applicant for any permit required under the provisions of Section 7-67 shall provide with the application the written consent of seventy-five (75) percent of the owners or occupants of privately or publici y owner real estate within one hundred fifty (150) feet of the outer boundaries of the premises for which the permit is beinq reauested or, in the alternative, proof that applicant's property lines are one hundred fifty (150) feet or more from that structure. However, where a street separates the premises for which the permit is beina reauested from other neiqhborina property, no consent is reauired from the owners or occupants of property located on the opposite side of the street. Where a property within one hundred fifty (150 ) feet consists of a multiple dwellinq, the applicant need obtain only the written consent of the owner or manaaer or other person in charae of the buildina. ltl Investiqation by the City Health Officer and/or Animal Control Officer; may qrant permit. The City Health Officer and/or Animal Control Officer shall make such investiqation as is necessary and may qrant, denv or refuse to renew any application for permit under this chapter. . J..ill.. Permit; conditions. If qranted, the permit shall be issued by the City Administrator and shall state the conditions, if . any, imposed upon the permittee for the keepinq of animals under the permit. The permit shall specify the restrictions , deems reasonably necessary to protect any person or neiqhborinq use from unsanitary conditions, unreasonable noise or odors or annoyance or to protect the public health and safety. Such permit may be modified from time to time or revoked by the City Health Officer and/or Animal Control Officer for failure to conform to such restrictions, limitations or prohibitions. Such modification or revocation shall be effective from and after ten (10) days followina the mailinq of written notice thereof by certified mail to the person or persons keepina or maintaininq such animals. ~ Outside kennels. An outside kennel must be constructed of open-faced, qalvanized fabric of suitable size to maintain and secure the keepinq of particular breeds of doqs and to allow for sufficient space for particular breeds of doqs to exercise freely. Surface must be constructed of material of either concrete or qravel of sufficient depth to provide for proper cleaninq, drainaqe, maintenance and needs of all particular breeds of doqs. Jil Refusal to qrant or renew a permit. City Health Officer and/or Animal Control Officer mav refuse a permit to keep or maintain animals hereunder for failure to comply with the provisions of this chapter, if the facilities for the keepinq of the animals are or become inadeauate for their purpose , if the conditions of the permit are not met, if a nuisance condition is . created, or if the public health and safetv would be unreasonable endanaered by the qrantinq of such permit. Refusal to qrant or renew a small kennel license by the City Health Officer and/or Animal Control Officer may be appealed to the City Council. SECTION 5 - 6 9. APPLICATION AND RENEWAL FEES. The initial application fee for a small kennel license under this decision shall be imposed, set, established and fixed by the City Council, by resolution, from time to time , and the annual renewal fee for any license issued under this division shall ne imposed, set, established and fixed by the City Council, by resolution, from time to time. SECTION 5-70. LIMITATION ON NUMBER OF DOGS OVER THREE MONTHS OF AGE THAT MAY BE KEPT ON LICENSES PREMISES. The maximum number of doqs over three (3) months of aqe which may be kept under a small kennel license under this division shall be three (3). SECTION 5 CC. PER/lIT REOUIRED, It oh;::tll bc unlcn:ful for any pc.raon to epcr.J..tc .J.. dog ](€:Rncl in the oity ..lithout firot h.:r.~ing obtaincd a ],cFmcl J?crmi t. The holder of a kennel permit ohall not be. rcquir:::d tG rcgict::.r C;J,Cfl indi...riclual clo~ ]u:pt iB. said h:cRRcl. (Ord. Uo. 198, 1C, C 27 77) SECTION 5-67. DURATION; NONTRANSFERABILITY. Kennel permits . shall be for a period of one calendar year or for the portion of the calendar year following the date of the application, and shall be nontransferable. (Ord. No, 198, 16, 6-27-77) . E::ECTION S C8. ST"~ID.^.rmC FOR I08U1'.NCE. Ne ltcnncl J?cnnit Gaall Be. iaaue.cl unleaD at th.e time :l.P1?li~ati6fl is Hl.:ldc the D"o.-RCTa of Fn:6~crty G.aj oining the a!3fJ1io3.Rt I a property eJa.all p.a .~c ~onDcnte:a in ~ylritifl~ to oueh uoe, nor ahall a h:onncl f)crmit be iasl:1ea until after thc prcmioes \.~k6.ECOFl the It.cRF.Lcl is to so loca.ted ha-..re :Soen insE3eoted by the city health office:: ,J.na a.pJ?revea ao ouita.hle fOE ouch purpooco, In no cycnt .:Jhall ;J. h:CE.Rcl permit lac issuoa uFllcDD tke J?ro:@crty ",,'hereon the Ircnncl io to lac leLatea io ~ropcrly Z!i6Rc.a therefor in 3.ooordancc ~nyith the city zoning erainaR8e. (Ora ~ Uo ~ 198, 1(, C 27 (7) DIVISION 5. CATS SECTION 5-70. CATS: SPECIAL PROVISIONS. It is unlawful to own or posses any cat which destroys, damaqes, or defiles property or that created an offense by way of noise, of odor or otherwise, or molests other animals or human beinqs, after receivinq notice from the City of the prior commission of such acts by the cat in question. Such cats are declared to be a public nuisance. SECTION 5-71. CATS: NOTICE. Upon written complaint of a person statina the acts committed by a cat. the name and address of the person owninq or harborinq the cat , and the name and the address of the person makinq the complaint, the City will notify . the person owninq or harborinq the cat of the acts complained of to restrain the cat from committina any more such acts. SECTION 5-72. CATS ABATEMENT. If a cat constitutes a nuisance under section 5-70, and no owner or responsible part is ascertainable, the City may take whatever action is deemed appropriate to abate the nuisance. DIVISION 6. EXOTIC ANIMALS SECTION 5-73. PURPOSE To protect the health, safety and welfare of the citizens of Arden Hills , it shall be unlawful to keep any wild or exotic animal within the corporate limits of the City of Arden Hills, except as permitted pursuant to the provisions of this chapter. SECTION 5-74. DEFINITIONS "Wild or exotic animal" shall mean and include any mammal , amphibian, or reptile that is of a species which is wild by nature or of a species which, due to size, yicious nature of other characteristic is danqerous to human beinqs. Examples include but are not limited to: 11l Any larqe cat of the family Felidae, such as lions, tiqers, ... laqUarS, leopards, couqars and ocelots, except commonly accepted domesticated house cats. . III Any member of the famil v Canidae , such as wolves, foxes , coyotes, dinaoes, and iackals. except domesticated doqs. ill Anv crossbreed such as crossbreeds between doqs and coyotes, or doas and wolves, but does not include crossbred domesticated animals. Jtl Any poisonous snake such as a rattlesnake, coral snake, water moccasin, puff adder or cobra. J..2.l Anv snake or reptile which bv its size , yicious nature or other characteristic is danqerous to human beinqs. 121 Any skunk, raccoon, fox, or ferret, unless certified by a yeterinarian to be free of rabies, and kept pursuant to a valid DNR permit, said certification to be obtained within seven (7) days of receipt of the animal. J2l Anv bear, ape, qorilla, monkey (except as exempted by this ordinance) , or badqer. ~ AnY Vietnamese pot-bellied piq. ~ Any other animal or reptile which is commonly considered wild and not domesticated or prohibited bv Federal or Minnesota Law. . SECTION 5-75. EXCEPTIONS - PERMIT REOUIRED ill. Any person desirinq to keep an animal prohibited by this ordinance may apply for a temporary Special Use Permit from the City Council. Such permit may be issued for a period not to exceed thirty (30) days and shall specify conditions under which such animals shall be kent. Provided, however, that no such permit shall be issued unless such prohibited animal is brouqht into the City for entertainment, exhibition, or show purposes only, or bv persons keepinq animals for a public zoo as volunteers, docents or otherwise (A public zoo or other institution enqaqed in a permanent display of animals, any bona fide research institution or yeterinary hospital may be issued a permanent Special Use Permit provided applicable zoninq reauirements are met.) 12l Non-poisonous snakes or snakes not prohibited bv this ordinance, birds kept indoors, hamsters, mice, rabbits, qerbils, white rats, quinea picis, chinchillas, or lizards, and similar small animals capable of beinq kept in caqes continuously are also exempt and do not reauire a permit. ill Handicapped persons may keep monkeys trained as personal helpers by Special Use Permit subiect to annual review. . Jtl The raisinq of wild animals for pelts may be permitted by Special Use Permit, the applicant shall provide the City with . proof of insurance includinq public liability insurance with limits of not less than $100 , 000.00. The insurance shall provide coyeraoe for liability resultinq from the ownership or possession of the specific animal or animals beinq permitted. SECTION 5-76. IMPOUNDING OF WILD AND/OR EXOTIC ANIMALS Anv wild or exotic animal kept in violation of this ordinance may be impounded by the City. Unless such impounded animal is reclaimed and removed from the City, or issued a permit to allow it to remain in the City. or unless the owner petitions the District Court for a determination that the animal is exempt from the provisions of this ordinance, the animal may be destroved or sold five (5) days followinq notice to the owner of such animal of its impoundment and the proyisions of this ordinance. Anv person reclaiminq any such animal shall pay the costs of impoundinq and boardinq the same at the time of its release. SECTION 5-77. EXISTING WILD OR EXOTIC ANIMALS Anyone keepinq or maintainina any wild or exotic animal at the time this ordinance is adopted has ninety (90) days in which to comply with the provisions of this ordinance. Extensions beyond ninety (90) day may be qranted by the City Council for aood cause, but in no case shall such extension permanently exempt a person from the . requirements of this ordinance. . CITY OF ARDEN HILLS . 1450 WEST HIGHWAY 96 APPLICATION FOR ANIMAL KENNEL LICENSE NAME ADDRESS TELEPHONE: HOME WORK PRESENT ZONING OF PROPERTY ON WHICH KENNEL IS LOCATED LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY ON WHICH KENNEL IS LOCATED CAPACITY OF KENNELS (BY NUMBER OF ANIMALS) KIND OF SERVICES PROVIDED . QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE OF APPLICANT FOR OPERATING KENNEL BUSINESS REMARKS The undersigned applicant makes this application pursuant to all the laws of the State of Minnesota and such rules and regulations as the City Council of the City of Arden Hills may from time to time prescribe. Date Signature of Applicant LICENSES APPLICATION FEE; ORIGINAL RENEWAL RECEIPT NUMBER . LICENSE FEE PAID LICENSES NUMBER REQUIREMENT PROCEDURE FOR SMALL KENNEL LICENSE . Section 5-68. Application. Any person desiring a small kennel license required under the provisions of Section 5-67 shall make written application to the Arden Hills City Administrator on a prescribed form. The application shall contain: a. Description of the real property upon which it is desired to keep the animal or animals. b. The species and number of animals to be maintained on the premises. c. A statement that the applicant/permittee will at all times keep the animals in accordance with all the conditions prescribed by the Arden Hills City Administrator. d. Such other and further information as may be required by the Arden Hills City Administrator. The applicant for any permit required under proyisions of Section 5-67 shall proYide with the application the written consent of seventy-fiye (75) percent of the owners or occupants of privately or publicly owned real estate within one hundred fifty (150) feet of the outer boundaries of the premises. . Any applicant who has more than two (2) dogs at the time of application must remoye all animals other than two until the permit has been granted. Application forms may be obtained at the City Administrator's office, Arden Hills City Hall, 1450 West Highway 96, Arden Hills, MN 55112. The maximum number of dogs to be allowed with a permit is three (3) . . -, . ~. CITY OF ARDEN HILLS MDDU\NDtIM DATE: February 1, 1994 TO: Paul Malone, counci ,........h<>r FIlCH: Dorothy A. Person, City 1\dm:ini.strator SUBJECT: Revi._ of senior CitizenjHardship Deferral Qrdin;on"'-e As I understan:l, the Finanoe Conunittee may reyiew the Senior Citizen/Hardship ~ orclirenoe. Several areas have been classed to attention that they may wish to include: L Clarify whether the ti1ne pericd of establishing the need and when the city receives the written request. MUst it be receiYed by the deadline of post marked or received by the deadline in City offices? (See resolution #79-46). . 2. Under proof of hardship - .ir:l<;:ome level shavn is $10,000 or less. Is this a =ent figure? Should this be tied into the state/National ~ level? 3. It seems authority to- approve (now it is done by staff/Administrator)' should be inserted. It seems same guidanoe is needed regarding on what basis/proof of age, ie: two forms of ID (if income), and a verification of such. 4. Under "Termination of Defennent" - would it be wise to state whether it is an administrative or Council decision to terminate? If administrative, would Council appeal authority? 'Ihank you for your help and the help of the Conunittee members. DAP:rk =: Terry Post, City A=untant . '. _ ,...1 MINUTES . CITY OF THE ARDEN HILLS, MINNESOTA PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 2, 1994 7:30 P.M. - NEW BRIGHTON CITY HALL CALL TO ORDER Chair Winiecki called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. ROLL CALL Present were Chair Jeanne Winiecki, Members Marty Rye, Scott Petersen, Barbara Piotrowski, Ray McGraw, Steve Erickson. Absent: Dave Carlson and Council Liaison Hicks. Also present: Councilmember Beyerly Aplikowski, Brian Fritsinger, Community Development Coordinator and Tammy Olson, Recording Secretary. OATH OF OFFICE Councilmember Aplikowski administered the oath of office to Barbara Piotrowski. APPROVE MINUTES . Mr. Rye asked the following change be made to the January 5, 1994 minutes. Page 7, first paragraph, last line: the residential area and the existing non-residential uses. McGraw motioned seconded by Petersen to approye the amended minutes. All voted in favor. (6-0 ) RICE CREEK WATERSHED DISTRICT Mr. Fritsinger stated Kate Drewery would not be in attendance tonight. Later this year, the scheduling of another meeting would be attempted. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Chair Winiecki asked Council Member Aplikowski to update the Planning Commission on the status of the Economic Development Committee. Aplikowski stated Arnold Lindberg has been elected Chairperson and the Vice Chair is Jerry Moehnke. The initial focus of this committee is to collect a current listing of all businesses in Arden Hills. A letter will then be sent out explaining what the Economic Development . Committee is and how they can help local businesses. The committee's first step will be to draw the interested \.... ". " Minutes Page 2 02/02/94 . businesses into focus groups, possibly by quadrant location, and discuss the community. Chair Winiecki asked if the Economic Deyelopment Committee would be made aware of the Lexington Ayenue study? Councilmember Aplikowski replied at some time the two committees should meet together and discuss these issues; but until then, the committee will be briefed on Planning Commission issues. Mr. Fritsinger stated the committee is designed to inform the businesses about the community and the City procedure. Later, they will advance to discussions on land deyelopment. Chair Winiecki then asked if the committee is responsible for the promotion of Arden Hills for prospective businesses. Councilmember Aplikowski expressed this was a mid-summer goal. If the committee had been in existence prior to Eyerest approaching the City, they would haye been the first group to meet with Everest and possibly even the Ryder case two years ago. Currently, the committee is in the process of familiarizing themselves with the City. Once this . process is completed, the committee can begin to discuss City ordinances and any issues of concern. Chair Winiecki asked if it was too early to introduce Arden Hills to the Fox Network. A current newspaper article stated the network was looking for a location close to Minneapolis, St Paul and the airport. Chair Winiecki felt Arden Hills was a prime location. Mr, McGraw asked Councilmember Aplikowski the difference between the Community Development Commission and the Economic Development Committee. He explained he didn't need an answer now but to think about it. In the past, Arden Hills hasn't had any problems like the recent failure of Arden Plaza. He stated no action has been taken to reyitalize and redevelop this area. It is being overlooked until the City attempts to deyelop the T.C.A.A.P. area. Mr. McGraw responded with an idea of hiring someone to bring new businesses in and reyitalize Arden Hills. He feels if these areas are oyer looked the decline will continue and driye out more businesses. He referred to the City of Roseyille's clean-up and development projects undertaken in the last few years. He then proceeded to compare the development of Arden Hills which has been extremely minimal. . He stated more money is spent on the development of colleges which aren't taxable. , , Minutes Page 3 02/02/94 . Mr. McGraw indicated he felt if money isn't spent now to redevelop property in four years the price to redevelop will be four times the amount. The Lexington Business area is large enough to house a large business, for example Cub, to bring tax money in. Study after study will not solve the problems; this is evident with the Gateway Business District. The responsibilities to improve these areas has not been taken seriously, and the Arsenal property hasn't been handled effectively. A lobbyist should be hired to work on the T.C.A.A.P. property. Mr, McGraw further stated the City has money in the bank, and it should be spent to save and develop the area. If areas of the City start to rot, soon nothing will be left. Mr. McGraw wants to see a consultant come in to attract businesses and redeyelop areas rather than produce more studies on these issues. The City has many tools available to be used; ie. TIF or tax breaks. He feels the City is rapidly declining and a new look needs to be taken at improving the situation. Other cities are taking these steps and Arden Hills should to. Councilmember Aplikowski stated she agreed with Mr. McGraw, and at this time nothing was being accomplished with the . Everest group. There is nothing actively being done with the businesses at this time. If the City's businesses are viable, then the City itself will also be yiable. Councilmember Aplikowski indicated that during her run for Council she had been informed there would be no way to start an Economic Development Committee. After being elected, she was then challenged to find seyen people who would be interested in these kinds of issues to serve on a committee. Chair Winiecki asked if Shoreyiew has a consultant who helps approach possible new businesses. Mr. Fritsinger replied they have an Economic Development Commission that has been in place for seyeral years. Shoreview's staff includes a Community Deyelopment Director, a City Planner and with the help of the Economic Deyelopment Commission they are active in business retention/recruitment. Mr. McGraw stated one problem with business is many times employees are let go to help cut costs, and the business is left with a lack of staff to serve customers. These businesses then lose more prospective customers due to the lack of quality service consumers expect. He then stated there are too many conflicts of interest in politics which . can hurt a City's progress in working with businesses. .' Minutes Page 4 02/02/94 . Chair Winiecki asked for further questions from the committee. Mr. Rye asked if staff was actively working with the owners of Arden Plaza. Mr. Fritsinger replied the plaza is in the process of foreclosure, and he is currently working with the property managers hired by the receivership. Mr. Rye stated the plaza is an ideal spot for a clinic because the layout of the property makes it a destination spot. Chair Winiecki again asked the difference between Shoreview and Arden Hills regarding their respective staff? Mr. Fritsinger explained Shoreyiew has full time positions and Arden Hills doesn't. Mr. Fritsinger's position has a wide variety of duties rather than just contacting businesses and working on development. Chair Winiecki expressed agreement with Mr. McGraw. She felt promotional letters and brochures are needed to explain . Arden Hills, the property available to be deyeloped and the help available for businesses interested in Arden Hills. Mr. Rye asked if a brochure is as important as a personal contact with a prospective business. Councilmember Aplikowski stated most people have a misconception of Arden Hills and think the City has been annexed by either New Brighton or Shoreview. Mr. Fritsinger stated a brochure is a more detailed overview and can be reyiewed by the business until the next contact with the staff. Councilmember Aplikowski explained the City has nothing in place which identifies the interest to attract businesses to Arden Hills. Mr. Rye asked if Staff'has the technology to produce a brochure. Steye Erickson stated we need a flexible brochure to focus on service, retail or manufacturing depending on the type of business. Fist we need to know how far the City is willing to go on roads and development. He mentioned Shoreview's plans to expand the strip where Dairy Queen is located. . Minutes Page 5 02/02/94 . . Mr. Fritsinger stated although the City has TIF Districts, it has not yet used this tool; the exception being Cottage Villas which haven't signed the development agreement. Shoreview also uses TIF in its economic development efforts. Mr. Rye asked that the brochure include a list of properties which may specifically fit their needs. He thought maybe an in house brochure tailored to the prospective business. Mr. Fritsinger stated many adjacent communities have put together brochures to explain what is available for developers. Mr. Rye asked if the City could possibly tie in with the County's effort to establish a GIS network. Mr. Fritsinger stated he would be concerned about this effort as the County rarely responds to questions and requests now. Chair Winiecki asked, instead of focusing on developing the roads in the area of Lexington Avenue, should the main objectiye be to plan for the redevelopment of the property. . Mr. Fritsinger stated this was part of the discussion the Planning Commission needs to undertake. Chair Winiecki asked if a staff person should be hired for this purpose. Mr. McGraw stated to tear down the existing buildings on Lexington Ayenue would help to attract more business. Without the expertise and backing from the City nothing can be done. No progress will be made unless some action is taken. The City's property taxes are high because of a loss of business taxes; this leaves the homeowners picking up the bill. Mr. Fritsinger agreed with Mr. McGraw that as a business leayes the community, the tax burden does shift. He further stated the development plans for this area appear to haye died after the study was completed. Councilmember Aplikowski stated other cities have undertaken the basics necessary for economic deyelopment; meaning, when someone refers to a particular city they can also name someone on staff. Arden Hills has not been active in deyelopment and in the past stayed a sleepy little village. The residents will pay for this approach unless the City . spends less time studying and more time taking action. The Minutes Page 6 02/02/94 . addition of Mr. Fritsinger will help the City in these development efforts. LEXINGTON AVENUE STUDY Mr. Fritsinger presented the Lexington Avenue Area Study with the background on the Roberts development curb cut request for the Zeos building, This request was originally tabled by City Council for additional reyiew by the Planning Commission. He thought the original study's intent was for redeyelopment, but no action has been undertaken since the study's completion. Mr. Fritsinger recalled at the time the curb cut request was reyiewed, Councilmember Probst stated being worried about the businesses operating in the building; the City's long term goals were not being considered by allowing the Packaging Store to locate here. There was a difference in the issues which occurred in the past and the issues taking place now; ie: Cub trying to deyelop adjacent to Target. Mr. Fritsinger indicated several options exist for reconsidering this study and the recent request. This could include a joint meeting with Shoreview and Arden Hills to discuss traffic. Ramsey County has stated medians will eventually go in on Lexington Avenue, but it was unclear when and what the City's current . options are. Mr. McGraw thought a frontage road could be inserted and there could be an outlet from the filling station. Dunlap is another option, and the traffic circle is adequate. He stated we should wait to see what comes to the area before we change the roads since the roads and sewers will change with any proposal. Mr. Rye stated if a controlled access is desired, it will have to come off of Grey Fox Road and then a dead end road be located in front of the railroad tracks. Mr. McGraw replied to plan any road would be futile since the property is empty and any planning of the roads would make more sense when a business is interested. Mr. Fritsinger thought a debate would be helpful to brainstorm ideas. Chair Winiecki asked the commission to moye towards a consensus to send to the City Council. Mr. Rye stated an access to County Rd E, rather than cutting across Snelling Ayenue, would help ease traffic. There should also be better signage. . Minutes Page 7 02/02/94 . Mr. Erickson explained until a deyelopment comes to the property, road discussions are futile. The property is more desirable now because of Target Greatland and the customers generated from them. It will bring in business and traffic into the area. His original understanding was Target planned to build with a grocery store. The idea was later discarded when Target made plans for their new Target Greatland. Mr. Erickson felt the next best potential development area would be directly across the street. He felt the Planning Commission's next step would be to help the Economic Development Committee. He proceeded to ask about the original endorsement of this study? Chair Winiecki stated the study was completed as a clarification of the businesses and those services offered in Arden Hills. Mr. Erickson stated the study could be used as background information or as a planning tool to direct businesses in the area. The City can also develop the area as desired and direct interested businesses to this area. The Land Use Plan is just a tool to help plan the area and not as a master plan to be strictly followed. The City needs to . officially endorse the study as to the Planning Commission's goals for the area. Page 36 of the Lexington Study stated a plan and what the uses are for the area. Mr. Fritsinger stated the goals of the plan lends itself more towards a stay with the status quo, rather than a plan of action, Mr. Petersen explained a solid plan of attack would be beneficial before deyelopments are planned for the area, but street improvements could be planned around a business proposal. Mr. Fritsinger asked the commission to consider looking at the plan for both a short term recommendation and a long term recommendation. Starting with the Robert's proposal and continuing from there. Mr. McGraw stated the curb cut was proposed to make access to the business easier and the County has approved the curb cut. He indicated instead of hurting the business by denying the curb cut, they would be helped more by approving it. Mr. Petersen stated because Burger King has an access directly adjacent to the proposed cut, other businesses and safety issues were being compromised. These were reasons . why the curb cut was denied preYiously by the Planning Commission. Minutes Page 8 02/02/94 . Barb Piotrowski stated the Lexington Avenue Plan is obsolete. She suggested writing a letter to Cub and advertising land in newspapers. Chair Winiecki asked Councilmember Aplikowski why the Economic Deyelopment Committee needs a current listing of the businesses when the City has the Lexington Study to help them. She went further to request the makeup of the committee and offered a Planning Commission member to attend the meetings to assist with background. Councilmember Aplikowski replied a look needs to be taken at all of the businesses in Arden Hills to determine what types of businesses we lack in the community. The committee is made up of nine members and all meetings are open to input from members of the Community. Ms. piotrowski expressed concerns with sharing our future development plans with Shoreyiew considering the relationship of the two cities. Mr. Rye asked if the Economic Deyelopment Committee is contacting the property owners within the Lexington Area and if not, it may be a good idea to inyolve them, . Mr. Fritsinger replied except for Roberts, no other contact with the property owners has been made to date. If staff were directed to undertake additional review of this study, contacts would be made at that time. Mr. Rye stated the need to bring the businesses together. Mr. Fritsinger said the Economic Deyelopment Committee could begin working on so many issues, but the most important is to establish contacts with the local business so the committee can begin to address other projects. When those issues come up the committee will be more directly involved with the businesses. Mr. Rye suggested the committee update local businesses on their procedures and plans. Chair Winiecki stated if the committee is unsure of asserting themselyes, the Planning Commission was willing to help introduce and endorse the Economic Deyelopment Committee as the group to promote Arden Hills business development. Councilmember Aplikowski replied the committee is planning . to include a brief background in the City newsletter about the new committee. . . Minutes Page 9 02/02/94 . Chair Winiecki stated she would like to see a Planning Member on the committee to offer help and the title should be changed to Community Action Committee. She stated someone should be hired to produce a brochure, and the Council offer them a budget to print news releases in the paper's business section. She asked the Planning Members to make a consensus to present to Council. Councilmember Aplikowski said the Council is presently putting all their efforts in T.C.A.A.P. and will be holding a series of meetings open to the residents to discuss T.C.A.A.P's future. Chair Winiecki asked if any money had been spent on promoting the T.C.A.A.P. meetings. Mr. Fritsinger said there is a mailing going out to all residents informing them of the series of meetings. Chair Winiecki stated there is a lack of staff to do the aggressive things they want in regards to development of the City. . Councilmember Aplikowski stated the only development areas being addressed are Round Lake and T.C.A.A.P. Mr. McGraw stated the whole picture is never looked at. No one has the time or takes the time. He referred to Councilmember Probst as having the best idea about businesses and promoting them. We could use someone like him who knows these things. Business development should be done or the City isn't going to keep any benefits. Chair Winiecki asked if the Planning Commission'S ideas will be heard at the next meeting. Mr. Fritsinger replied they probably would be reyiewed in a future Work Session. Presently, the-City Council and Robert's Deyelopment are looking for a direct response in regard to the proposed curb cut. He then asked the Commission members if they planned to continue to study the plan or deny it. Councilmember Aplikowski asked to hear a consensus on the curb cut issue. Mr. Fritsinger asked to look at the other options ayailable. He didn't expect a motion to be made at this meeting but rather a discussion of the yariety of options and issues. . . , .' Minutes Page 10 02/02/94 . Mr. Rye asked what was the decision. Chair Winiecki explained the curb cut served multiple businesses. Mr. Erickson recommended to follow the study along Lexington Avenue and connect with a frontage road there. Chair Winiecki asked if we want to specifically say a frontage road. Mr. Petersen stated deciding on a frontage road may not be the right decision. Chair Winiecki said there were no other proposals. Mr. Rye asked if a business had interest to move into the area would a year or two be a good guess. Mr. Fritsinger stated the redeyelopment of this area would require negotiation and/or the use of eminent domain. The decision to use condemnation and its legal process could be short or lengthy depending on the process and commitment to using it. A redevelopment project of this magnitude would . probably take several years. Mr. Fritsinger stated the preYious curb cut was approyed for a retail deyelopment of 30,000 square feet. This was given 3 years ago and not for the existing 60,000 square foot building. Mr. McGraw stated he is looking for a reason to deny it rather than just say because. Could we not approye the curb cut with language that with future deyelopment it will be reviewed. Chair Winiecki couldn't support this because the curb cut would only serye one business. Furthermore it would contribute to more traffic congestion along this area. Mr. Erickson doesn't want to limit the use but rather he felt the denial was for specific reasons. He said to inyestigate options which are in the study and connect directly those 3 accesses. It seems like a fairly simple process to him, unless the County or City limits are in the property lines. It would be similar to the frontage road up on County Road B and Snelling by pannekoeken. Mr. Petersen stated he would also haye had a difficult time voting for the motion. The information should all be . reyiewed. ,- Minutes Page 11 02/02/94 . Mr. Erickson stated the study defines the roads well but doesn't stated whether the City pays for those roads or the property owners. The only obstacle seems to be trying to convince those other businesses. The motion should be based on the Council's request and the option presented in the study relative to the traffic plans. Erickson motioned seconded by McGraw to recommend to concur with the option in the study and the connecting road. All voted in favor. (6-0) Chair Winiecki asked if the commission would like to send a representative to Council and Mr. McGraw was appointed. COUNCIL REPORT Councilmember Aplikowski said Ryder would be back to the Planning Commission since Council denied their rezoning. Because the issue was so disruptiye and the lack of due process, the Council decided to send it back to the Planning Commission for reyiew of the SUP. Mr. Rye asked if the Zoning Ordinance was amended with any . goals as he suggested. Mr. Fritsinger said the Comprehensive Plan was amended to low density residential and the Zoning Ordinance was amended as recommended by staff. Mr. Rye said we need to be sure to tie the SUP and the conditions together. Mr. McGraw read the ordinance (6-17) about emission of fumes. The wording was already in the ordinance and Ryder needs to comply and conform with these regulations. He felt the need to limit the amount of busses, although, if tied to the original bus limit the City could subject itself to litigation. The unknown costs are high. If the City cleans up Ryder and makes them meet codes, the neighbors will be happy. They want something resolved from the fight they've started. Councilmember Aplikowski asked to keep in mind that Ryder was annexed to Arden Hills, and at that time no proyisions were made to prohibit their growth. Also, the neighborhood had grown to encroach onto the bus terminal. The compromise should be that we don't driye another business out of Arden Hills. . Chair Winiecki felt the Planning Commission should attend the Land Use Planning seminars offered to them. .., , Minutes Page 12 02/02/94 . Piotrowski motioned, seconded by McGraw to adjourn the meeting at 9:30 p.m.. All yoted in favor. (6-0 ) . . -,- ARDEN HILLS NEWSLETIER February 4, 1994 .. ADMINISTRATION- A. A 1994 review of our computer system, interaction and networking needs will begin immediately since our three four (4) year old PC's leases are up. Contractor, SCS, Yvonne Schwartz, can install and ensure cabling, components and employee orientation is completed at $44/hour to a maximum of 15 hours. She has worked with government services computer needs and Dorothy has worked with her on previous occasions. It is recommended this alternative be agreed upon immediately unless the Council indicates otherwise. B. Upcoming Items at February 17th Worksession: 1) police services options - please advise administrator of your thoughts regarding options - see memo of January 27th; 2) Council is requested to add/change the memo regarding Committees as you see fit. Also please add Committee's goals and priorities for 1994; 3) see note above regarding computer system update; solicitatiOn/transient merchants/ordinance update from Brian will be forthcoming prior to the worksession. C. There have been a few calls asking what's happening with the TCAAP housing facing 35W. Per Commanders Rep Mike Fix the "McKinney Act" federally mandates review of any unused housing prior to any reuse, removal, etc., to federal and local needs. This review may take some time and does not identify the houses for immediate reuse, demolition or sale or any other immediate use. . D. The City has been advised that an engineering study for a TCAAP sewer line is being planned for a connection to Mounds View. It is being checked into. At this time the information gathered is that 1) the TCAAP collector is and has been located just north of the Administrative offices; 2) that Mounds View pipes will carry more than Arden Hills' pipes near Lumber and this piping services the Army offices and Alliant Tech. The Army offices (Mike Fix and attorney from Illinois) have tentatively agreed through Arden Hills billing for an agreement of use and the future requirements for Arden Hills hookups. 2. PUBLIC WORKS A. The question asked at the last Council meeting regarding 7 vs 9 ton road on Amble was checked. All planned roads are 9 ton. We found only one reference to a 7 ton. Thanks for bringing this to our attention. 3.COMMUNI'IY PLANNING A. No phone calls or comments have been received regarding Council's approval of the ordinance amendment regarding Ryder/Reco. B. Animal Control - It is recommended that ordinance changes be made in the following areas. Further details will be available next Friday: cats and kittens; at large animals, nuisance control; live trap; impound fees; exotic animals; barking dogs, - - . . CITY OF ARDEN HILLS MEMJRANDl.lM DATE: February 9, 1994 TO: Dorothy Pe:rsan, City Administrator FRCM: Brian Fritsinger, Ccmm.mi.ty Developnent Coordinate@ SUBJECI' : Transient Merchants Attached you will find a draft proposal for arrending Chapter 18, Peddlers, of Arden Hills City Code. I have tried to incorporate those issues identified by our legal counsel and those we have discussed. The key ccnponents of this proposed a.rren.drrent include: 1. Cefinitions - Now include peddler, solicitor and transient rrerchant. 2. Exerrotions - For selle..-rs of farm and garden products, non-profit organizations and conmunity events. . 3. Reaistration - Required for evexyone, application includes photograph of salesperson and criminal background check. While l'tr. Miller's memo indicated "that a fee is unreasonable all of our neighboring cities include a fee. This draft includes a fee, but I have been told by several other cities that any fee is illegal. 4. Miscellanecus - Three day wait. Administratiye approval. 30 day ITBXirrum length of duration on permit. 5. Hcurs of OPeration - 9;00 a.m. to 7;00 p.m. No SUndays. The proposed ordinance changes seyeral items. In the past, the City did not allow any for-profit soliciting, This ordinance Mluld allow l:oth for-profit and non-profit, but it Mluld not require a fee for non- profit, Mr. Miller has indicated that docr-to-docr solicitation can not be prohibited. I have also been told by a least tMl other cities the City does haye the ability to not allow any actiyity. This Mluld need to include l:oth profit and non-profit. However, I understand this is being or recently was challenged in court. BF:to . DRAFT Ordinance No An ordinance amending Chapter 18 of the . City of Arden Hills Municipal Code Relating to the Regulation of Peddlers. The Council of the City of Arden Hills does ordain as follows; Chapter 18 of the City's ordinance is hereby deleted in its entirety and replaced with the following. CHAPTER 18 - PEDDLERS Section 18.01 Definitions For the purpose of this chapter, the terms, used herein are defined as follows: Peddler: means any person, whether a resident of the City of Arden Hills or not, who goes from house to house, from place to place, or from street to street, conveying or transporting goods, wares or merchandise or offering or exposing the same for sale, or making sales and delivering articles to purchasers. Solicitor: means any person, whether a resident of the City of Arden Hills or not, firm or corporation who goes from house to house, place to place or from street to street soliciting donations or taking orders for sale of goods, wares or merchandise for future deliyery or for service to be performed in the future, whether or not such order or whether not he is . collecting advance payments on such order. Such definition includes any person who, for himself, or for another person, firm or corporation, hires, leases, uses or occupies any building, motor yehicle, trailer, structure, tent, railroad boxcar, boat, hotel room, lodging house apartment, shop or other place within the City for the purpose of exhibiting samples or taking orders for future deliyery. Transient Merchant: Includes any person, firm or corporation, whether as owner, agent, consignee, or employee, whether a resident of the City of Arden Hills or not, who engages inl does, or transacts any temporary business and transient business, either in one locality, or in trayelling from place to place, selling goods, wares, and merchandise; and who, for the purpose of carrying on such business, hires, leases, occupies or uses a building, shelter, yacant lot, railroad carl motor yehicle, trailer, tent, boat, public room in hotels, lodging houses, apartments for the exhibition and sale of such wares, goods and merchandise. Section 18.02 Reqistration Reauired; It is unlawful for any peddler, solicitor or transient merchant to engage in any such activity within the City of Arden Hills without first registering with the City Administrator in compliance with the proYisions of this ordinance. Registration does not exempt compliance with all . other applicable local, state and federal laws. DRAFT 1. Reaistration. Persons registering under this ordinance shall file a sworn statement with the City . Administrator's office on a form to be furnished by the City. The sworn statement shall proyide: A. The name, physical description and drivers license number of the person registering. B. The permanent home address of the applicant, the address of the place of business or the firm or occupation which the applicant represents, and in the case of transient merchants the local address from which proposed sales will be made; C. A brief description of the nature of the business and the goods to be sold; D. If employed, the name and address of the employer, together with the credentials therefrom establishing the exact relationship; E. The length of time for which the right to do business is desired; F. The place or location where the goods proposed to be sold are manufactured, stored and the manner in which goods shall be delivered to the customer; . G. A photograph of the applicant, taken within sixty (60) days immediately prior to the date of filing of the application, which picture shall be approximately 2" X 2" showing the head and shoulders of the applicant in a clear and distinguishing manner; H. A statement as to whether or not the applicant has been convicted of any crime, misdemeanor, or yiolation of any municipal ordinance, other than traffic violations, the nature of the offense and the punishment or penalty assessed therefor; I, A list including the name, address, phone number and age (if under 18 years) of all persons working for or assisting in the described actiYity. J. In cases of transient merchant sales, the applicant must also provide: i) Proof of appropriate permission to operate on proposed site. ii) A copy of the form or indiyiduals sales tax permit. The sales tax permit must be posted at the site; and . K. The last five (5) municipalities wherein the applicant has worked before coming to this City. DRAFT Section 18.03 Exhibition of Permit. Permitees are required to exhibit their permit at the request of any citizen. . A. Practices Permitted. No peddler or solicitor shall enter in or upon any premises or attempt to enter in or upon any premises wherein a sign or placard bearing the notice, "Peddlers or Solicitors Prohibited, " or language similar thereto, is located. B. Refusinq to Leaye. It shall be unlawful for any peddler, solicitor or transient merchant to enter upon premises owned, leased or rented by another and refuse to leave such premises after having been notified by such owner or occupant to leave. C. Misrepresentation. It shall be unlawful for any peddler, solicitor or transient merchant to make false or fraudulent statements concerning the quality of the goods or services which are being offered for sale. Section 18-04. Hours of Operation. It shall be unlawful for any peddling or soliciting within the City between 7:00 p.m. and 9:00 a.m. the following morning, or at any time on Sundays, except by specific appointment with and inyitation from the perspective customer. . Section 18-05. Duration. Every permit issued under the provisions of this chapter shall be valid for the period of time stated therein, but in no eyent shall any such permit be issued for a period of time in excess of thirty (30) days. Section 1.8-06. Permit Fee. A fee, in the amount to be determined from time to time by Council resolution, shall be paid when the application is submitted. Section 18-07 Exemptions: The provisions of Section 18-06 (Permit Fees) of this Chapter shall not apply to the following: 1- Bona fide residents of the state selling products of the farm and garden occupied and cultiyated by themselves provided that such sales can be conducted without creating traffic hazards. 2 . Sales made by bona fide non-profit organizations registered within the State qf Minnesota provided that the necessary application is completed and a copy of the organizations non-profit status is submitted. Section 18-08. False Information. It shall be unlawful for any reason to give any false or misleading information in connection . with the application for permit. Section 18-09. Misdemeanor. Any yiolation of this Chapter shall be a misdemeanor. Each day on which such violation continues shall DRAFT Section 18-10. Reyocation. Any permit issued on the proyisions of this chapter may be reyoked by the City Administrator for a 4It violation of any proyision of this chapter. Section l8-11. Penalty. Any person yiolating any provision of this ordinance shall be guilty of a misdemeanor. Section 18-12. Special Eyents Exceptions. The provisions of this ordinance shall not apply to special events which are city wide celebrations and which receive special permission from the City Council. Section 18-13. Investiqation and Issuance. 1. Upon receipt of each application, it shall be referred to the Ramsey County Sheriff for a background investigation of the applicants business and moral character as deemed necessary for the protection of the public good. 2. If as a result of such investigation, the applicants character or business responsibility "is found to be unsatisfactory, the City shall notify the applicant that the application is disapproved and that no permit shall be issued. 3. If as a result of such investigation, the applicant's character or business responsibility is found to be . satisfactory, the City shall deliyer to the applicant the approved permit. Section 18-14. Severability. If any part or provision of this Chapter or the application thereof to any person, entity, or circumstances shall be adjudged unconstitutional or inyalid by any court of competence jurisdiction, such judgement shall be confined in its operation to the part of the provision or application which its directly inyolyed in the controversy in which such judgement shall have been rendered, and shall not affect or impair the yalidity of the remainder of this chapter or the application thereof to the other persons, entities or circumstances. The proyisions of this ordinance shall become effective on the day of 19____ Passed by the City Council of the City of Arden Hills this day of 19____ Thomas Sather Mayor Attest: 4It Dorothy A. Person City Administrator SOLICITORS/PEDDLERS/TRANSIENT MERCHANTS . REGISTRATION PROCESS 1. Provide registrant with copy of ordinance. Ask them to read through the ordinance and fill out the registration form. 2. Make a copy of their state tax ID document and attach copy to the registration form. 3. Verify identification; ie: drivers license and license number. 4. Verify completion of application including photograph and if necessary the permission form from the property owner. 5 . If there is any questions about the legitimacy of their business or organization, call the Better Business Bureau at 699-1111. 6. Once the application is completed, collect $ for the application and issue them a receipt. 7. Give application to Brian for review. Applications require three day waiting period to allow for background check. . . City of Arden Hills . Solicitors, Peddlers, Transient Merchants Application for Permit Permit No. Date Issued Expiration Date To be filled out by applicant Full Legal Name (Last) (First) (Middle) Date of Birth Sex Description of Applicant; Eyes Height Weight Full address (Home) Name of Business Organization Phone (Home) (Business) . Temporary Local Address Phone MN Driver License No. Social Security No. Tax Identification No. (or 501-C3 documentation) Describe Nature of Business or Organization: Describe Goods to be Sold: Address where the goods are manufactured: Address where the goods are stored; Manner of which goods shall be deliyered to customer Has the applicant been convicted of any crime? If yes, the nature. . Length of time of Permit (maximum 30 days) ; From To Description of any vehicle which applicant will use while engaged in . the business of a peddler with the City: Year Make Model Color License # State of Issue List of fiye (5) municipalities wherein the applicant has worked before coming to this City: 1.) 4. ) 2. ) 5. ) 3. ) I, the undersigned applicant make this application pursuant to all the laws of the State of Minnesota and such rules and regulations as the City Council of the City of Arden Hills may from time to time prescribe. r acknowledge receipt of Arden Hills Ordinance No #18 relating to the regulation of peddlers/solicitors/transient merchants. I yerify that the above information contained in this application is correct to the best of my knowledge. . Signed, Dated . . Full name, address and age (if under 18 years of age) of all persons working for or assisting in the described activity. Full Name Phone and Address Age (if under 18) . . . NEWSLETTER City Requlations of Door to Door Sales Arden Hills residents are under no obligation to talk to anyone who comes to their home trying to sell a product or solicit funds. The explanation below of the City ordinance regulating door-to-door sales (from Chapter 18 of the municipal Code, Peddlers, Solicitors and Transient Merchants) should help you be a better consumer and citizen. -0- All door-to-door salespeople and solicitors must be licensed or registered by the City. This codes not mean the City endorses any of the products or services being sold. It means only that the City is aware that a particular person or organization is within the City limits. -0- Permits are required for anyone who talks with residents about buying a product or donating to a cause. All peddlers or solicitors are required to carry this permit and you can ask to see it. -0- If someone comes to your home selling a product or soliciting contributions and you find they are not licensed by the City, call City Hall or the Ramsey County Sheriff, and let them know that there is an unlicensed seller in your neighborhood. . . . . c:I'IT OF ARDEN HILLS ~ DATE : February 11, 1994 '11:): Dorothy Person, City ].Aninistrator FRCM: Brian Fritsinger, Canmmity Planning Coordinator@ stlBJECl' : Everest P"-U>^-'s<ll I rret with representatiyes of Everest Developnent again yesterday to discuss the Gateway Business District. I left this rreeting feeling very positiye and for the first tirre in several rronths, believe that serre progress was made. At this rreeting, the owner of the ccrnpany, Jeff Nielson, participated in the discussions for the first time. r am assuming he was also getting frustrated by the lack of progress in our meetings. The result of this meeting is that a proposal is being drafted by Everest which shculd be . presented within the week. M:Jst of our discussions focused on the change in approach by Everest. The proposal is expected to outline why Everest has requested a TlDre aggressive approach in this project. The key is marketing ability. I agree with their assessment as to the difficulty in marketing property with no illproverrents. In the carpetitive "'-Drld of developnent, it is difficult for Arden Hills to corrpete with other cities who haye illproyerrents ccmpleted fran beth a marketing and timing perspective. While I do not have the details of the proposal, I can frarre it fran our discussions. 1. At least t"'-D separate bend issues; one for illprovements and one for land acquisition. 2. Property will be under control of developer, through options or contract for deeds, prior to issuance of bends. 3. Guarantees on building construction (I expect a building to be proposed at the time the inproyement proj ect "'-Duld be undertaken) . 4. Bond issued on Land Acquisition will be placed in escrow and released only as parcels are developed. 5. Other controls such as letters of credit. . . . . I expect this proposal to include sare very specific financial projections about the project; i.e.: TIF generated, oost of irrproverrents, and bond related costs. I have asked that the proposal be in outline form so when it is presented to the Council, it is easy to highlight and review. At this time, I do not anticipate the prq;:osal to be canpleted by Thursday. Hi::lw=ver, I v.ould like to take this time to discuss with the Council the terms I have outlined. This v.ould allow us to discuss the issues in more depth and give the Council a chance to be better prepared for a formal presentation by Everest. . BF/sl A:BF-EVR-UP.r+D . - \ r / - '-v,-'.,.~. 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Planning Commission Wednesday, February 2, 1994 7:30 p.m. New Brighton City Hall 1. Call to order and roll call. 2. Approval of minutes from Planning Commission meeting held on January 5, 1994. 3. Rice Creek Watershed District - Presentation from Kate Drewery. 4. Lexington Avenue Area Study Review. Please call the City office if you are unavailable to attend the meeting 633-5676 - Upcoming meetings - Preliminary Agendas March 2 Mav 4 1. Loos-Lot Split 1. Everest - Concept 2. Everest - Concept 2. Lexington/Fox Traffic Study 3" Fairview - Site Plan Review 4. Lexington/Fox Traffic Study Aoril6 1, North Heights Church 2. McClung Plat 3. Everest-Concept 4. Tyson - Amend SUP. 5. Lexington/Fox Traffic Study 6. Amoco - Site Plan Review/SUP . . , CI'lY OF ARDEN HILI.S MEM:lRANI:D! DATE: J~ 27, 1994 ro: Planning Ccmni.ssion FRCM: Brian FritsiI1ger, Carmmity p];mnh~ Coordinator@ SCBoJECT : Lexingt:cn/Fax: Business Center Study In October of 1993, the Planning Ccmnission and City Oouncil reviewed a request fran Scott Roberts for a curb cut at 3771 North Lexington Avenue. At its October 25 meeting, the City Oouncil tabled the request and directed the Planning Ccmnission to investigate options to improve the access situation in the area of the Roberts Developrent. I have enclosed a copy of the study originally canpleted by WehrnEn, Bergly Associates, Inc. in June of 1990. Being that this study was canpleted prior to my hire at Arden Hills, I thought it may be appropriate to begin the investigation with a review of this study. . I understand the study was undertaken for a number of reasons; the number of requests for rezoning along Lexington Avenue was increasing; the Target Store developrent =curred across the street; and the study was an attempt to direct redeveloprent of the older uses in the area to insure carpatibility with the newer develq:xrent. It appears the main reason for the study was to plan for the redeveloprent of this area. While sore minor developrent has =cu=ed on the study area, no major redeveloprent has taken place or is proposed; however, traffic and access was addressed on pages 16-19 and 28-31 of the study. A number of options haye been and were discussed to improve the traffic circulation and access. These included; 1. Frontage Road 2. Alley 3. Stoplights 4. Medians As staff indicated at the time of the application, it had met with and discussed the future plans for Lexington Avenue with Ramsey County. The County indicated at sore point medians will be installed on Lexington. Along with the medians, other improvements oonsisting of the list above . =wd assist in reducing sore of the traffic problems being experienced. . I Those options listed al:ove are not all inclusive and the Planning Ccmnission may want to consider any other ideas they have. the City Council does not expect an imrediate rec:arrrendation on this issue. OVer the next several meetings the O:mnission should discuss this issue and investigate alternatives available. Sane of the steps may inc1ucJe; - joint meetings with Shoreview - ccrrpletion of a formal traffic study - ~ting property ownership - joint meetings with Finanoe and Public Works Ccmnittees - short term needs vs. long term develop:rent plans If there is any additional information that staff can provide to assist in these discussions, please let me know. BF;to . . ~" /) - -" /.' //.., - '.-<"" ~:<.' / ~~ ~ "f' . -tt.c:.' """/;!-;',,' /} -~~ ;' "1/hV.""/ " /:~->=- ( d; 6/;7,) ~ .r i~ ..... . ~::..... OM ..;:-:::z '7n.""~' ~ r. . ". 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I ....:..:;;..~.:::~~:}.. ..........:=:::.:::.:o~::-.::::-:..-:-:.:~~::::@. . 11'>:~:.:::::m~:::~:::l::::~$t::~:~~::~$~l::~;;::::::~~~ .. . .".-;~.....;o;o; ......... ." "............;r.. .. ..... .. ( ..q111Mi~h~~g-fttf$.tJt.11Wild i~~~%:mM t , I l LEXINGTON I FOX { BUSINESS CENTER .. JUNE 1990 Arden Hills, MN L Je wehrman L bergly . associates I lJlJlj' nc p/8nning . landscape ,_'ecturs 5217 w~yTitllll btvd. . "t S<< 1S1" """,,*lI()Ofls, mn 5$418 [e TABLE OF CONTENTS Paqe I NTRODUCTI ON ....................................................... 1 STUDY PURPOSE ...................................................... 2 STUDY AREA ......................................................... 2 . INVENTORY .......................................................... 4 EXISTING LAND USE .................................................. 4 EXISTING ZONING .................................................... 6 PARCELS/OWNERSHIP................................................. . 8 PROPERTY VALUE ..................................................... 14 STREET AND PROPERTY ACCESS ......................................... 16 STREETS AND TRAFFIC CONTROLS ....................................... 18 ELECTRICAL AND RAIL SERVICE................,....................... 20 ANAL YS IS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 22 Visual and Functional Problems ................................... 22 Value/Use/Age Problems..................,.............. .......,.. 24 DEVELOPMENT POTENTIAL .............................................. 26 TRAFFIC CIRCULATION PLAN ........................................... 28 Schematic Circulation Plan .......................................28 Circulation Plan................................................. 30 LAND USE PLAN ...................................................... 32 OBJECTIVES ......,.................................................. 35 . RECOMMENDATIONS .................................................... 36 Ie INTROOUCTION The Lex i ngton Avenue industrial district is one of the older industrial/business districts in Arden Hills, developed prior to today's development standards. On the other hand, the area contains some of the newer, more highly valued industrial development in the City. For several years it has been looked at as a potential redevelopment area-- the first in the City--to restore or replace the outdated buildings, to all evi ate present and potential traffic problems, and generally bring the area into conformity with contemporary regulations. Although the County Road E business area on the south edge of the study area has been termed "Downtown Arden Hills," with its mixture of retail and service uses, within the last decade the City has reconsidered its long-standing position of restricting business development to the County . Road E area and has allowed business zoning and development to occur along Lexi ngton Avenue in the study area. The target site across Lexington in Shoreview has further stimulated interest in business development. The fu 11 impact of the drawing power of Target will not be seen until it is operational, but already the City is feeling the pressure for allowing ancillary retail and service uses. Lexington Avenue has likewise.undergone considerable change in the last decade, wi th continued northward expansion of the metropolitan area. Widening to four through-lanes, installing a center left-turn lane, and signalization of several intersections (and approved signalization of Red Fox and Grey Fox Roads) have all been in response to rapidly increasing traffic volumes and turning movements. As traffic volumes and left turns on to and off of Lexington Avenue continue to increase, a continuous median (except at signalized intersections) is imminent. This will further limit access to Lexington Avenue businesses. Because much of the area was developed according to now outdated practices (and regulations) , functional and visual problems need correct i ng. The si gnificant disparity between the old and the nevI development is obvious and does not require a thorough analysis to determine that redevelopment would produe a higher valued, aesthetically more pleasing, and a higher tax producing business area. All of these factors--age, use, function, appearance, value and quality--need to be cons i dered in this planning study. Solutions . need to be multi-faceted in approach. This study will therefore have severa 1 interrelated purposes. -1- ------ --- -- -- -------- STUDY PURPOSE l. To inventory existing characteristics that provide direction toward - defining planning solutions. 2. To establish objectives for the area's future development, reuse and redevelopment. 3. To formulate alternative development/redevelopment approaches that meet the objectives and reflect existing characteristics. 4. To recommend a long-range plan and planning process that will facilitate necessary and desirable change. 5. To recommend strategies that will encourage timely and economically sound development and redevelopment. . STUDY AREA l. Location: East central area of Arden Hills, bounded by 1-694 on the north, Lexington Avenue on the east, County Road E on the south and Hamline Avenue (State Trunk Highway 51-125) on the west. 2. Primary Study Area: This study will focus on the one-quarter- square-mile area in the east central portion of the study area, bounded by Red Fox Road on the north, Lexington Avenue on the east, Grey Fox Road on the south and the property line lying 300 feet west of Dunlap Street on the west. 3. Secondary Study Area: The balance of the study area lying north, south and west of the primary study area will be included in broader scale planning but will not receive the intense scrutiny . given to the primary area. -2- _ ~~E:...' - "I;;~= - --- ~"\ '" ' , 0 ~~ _~ ' I irl..(',~\, -"-.---.----'; I iC1 l;-.r--,-",: .~ i JS ~..,..-f, l::../'": ;lj "" - " .- -. B';I:'~.' <,'., -"- .'." . _I: '.::.,:. ".= .' ".X' ~ ,.' ~.:\: I 1-, ,'" . I"' .:oL, -1 I . ' ~ J-., ..";,,,- ..1 ~ .;,j .~." "_"--~:-,::i;"~" -". '0" ~-.!,,~=-~\..-: ..1 ; " ,,__~- ,': .,. ,'.>.J \ ~-g"':l~~_:c="r-;rt:---.-...:.--, ! ,'d. ,<cc --'I' tJ. ,!o2,~~,.;;~I..".....1 ,\iF, """7"r' 1\ .,.;:;::~ ' ...::/ 'il ~J -~t',\ 1~~~fB':;~~i0~~ I' 'I . .I.,~v-.,'" 'Y'.'. - -- ,.. pO..."., '- .o".....U ,;}' '1.\ (;p '~"""";' ,;,..~, ",...' , I :.L " . .i~r ,7\0 .... ----:: '" - i /I!-\. .\ -::~j'.--'-i~~.~, l --;'-' -~_/,: I . \-~"./I' . . -"I .~__:=~:':':'\._:::--~! : 1 '\ ~' ___.~~" ". 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Information was obtained from City and County records, field inspections, and personal visits with landowners and occupants. The inventory was proposed for both the primary and secondary study areas as a resource for use throughout the analysis and planning process. EXISTING LAND USE A generalized pattern of use has developed as follows: 1. Northwest and West Central Areas: Developed mostly in 1980s, with the more attractive buildings and sites in the study area, is predominately a mixture of office, light assembly and warehousing (International Paper); Group Health, Inc., has plan approval on the north central site. The uses in this area are considered permanent, long-term uses. 2. Lexington Avenue Frontage: Undergoing conversion to hospitality, retail and service uses. Two predominately vacant warehouse structures and a metal fabrication operation fill out this .area. Recent rezoning on three or four parcels from 1-2 to 8-2 indicates the City's desire to establish a retail/service district in this area. .1 3. Grey Fox Road, South to Railroad: Shows a concentration of ! warehousing/distribution uses for all of the area except the properties fronting on Lexington Avenue. The two westerly ! buildings are relatively new and are considered permanent. . 4. Central Area, Grey Fox to Red Fox Roads: The land use pattern shows the shift from large warehouse operations to a greater mixture of uses, with a number of smaller uses in each building. Most of these uses are not intensive, so the general shortage of parking has not been a problem. The uses and even the buildings are considered transitional and subject to change. 5. Area between County Road E and Railroad Tracks: Consists of a variety of retail, service and hospitality uses. Two or three warehouse and industrial operations in the north central area do not have frontage on County Road E and are not physically related ! to the County Road or to the other businesses in this area. Most of the uses are considered permanent and in good condition. IMPACT: The groupings of similar uses is strengthening with the more recent development, while the older areas are becoming more fragmented and . diverse. Both of these characteristics are likely a result of the lease ! va"lues. The east central and central areas have smaller uses, more . vacancies and a broader mixture of uses. -4- e i V LAND ; G" ,!:....- ~ - : I VLAHD l . ! -----------.---: II '~~t: ; : I: '........,....'.." ".......,...,..,.,.'...: n__Lj;';';._. _ _______ I ~I "':',,-__" -_ ;1 - I: 1IIII'!iV', " [I I o;,"C"''<' '{f- ' V I. mill" !' ' ,;,,; ., , \ l' , ~ t: 1t:: ~.'.' ....'.'.."..,. er- II: ' v,,,, - ," - ..., ~l , R . ?; 1:' 3: ~ (' ~ 0: Ii: I!! 1:' ~ , ... .. vp -- , " " i! ." . 0 ..00 1100 }''''8;::'," WAREHOUSElOISTRf8IJTION/STORAOe: 0 . 100 ~o - HOSPITALITY _ MoIIHlIFACTURINO/PROCl!SSING JASSEMBLY, ~~ I R Ft..'aurant ANT BUIl!lING :s'C,lLE. IN fEET . "" Motel V VAC . REC Recr..llon v LAHO VACANT LAND RY USE ~ wehrman ~ "ETA" PRIMA ~ ',,,gO SERVICE a:;sooa1es ~ ,,~ OFFICE Lexington Avenue Business Area 1111-;"" ~.--=-= ~(; STUDy U___ ___ Arrlpn Hill" ---------- e EXISTING ZONING The predominate zoning district is 1-2, General Industrial, with B-2, Genera 1 Business, occupying most of the frontage on the two arterials-- Lexi ngton Avenue and County Road E. The latter is well established and has (together with businesses on the south side of County Road E) been . often referred to as "Downtown Arden Hill s." The Lexington Avenue business uses are relatively recent, with the three southerly parcels being rezoned within the last five or six years. As the names of the districts indicate, they allow rather "catch-all" or miscellaneous collections of uses. The .more recent industrial uses have been in a much more limited range, with more offices, clean assembly and office/service (like the insurance claim's centers) types of uses. The business district in the study area is mostly service oriented (includ- ing the hospitality category) , with very limited retail development. Even the Shannon Square Shopping Center has only two retail outlets. IMPACT: The lists of permitted uses in both zoning districts in this study area are so broad that some of the uses would be inappropriate if located adjacent to other permitted uses. This is particularly apparent when the newer industrial developments are of very high quality uses, buildings and sites and the nearby older warehouse structures are being occupied by small, starter businesses that are operating in limited quarters on 1 imited budgets. A more restricted range of uses in com- partmentalized zoning districts could help to strengthen the entire area and offer protection for both extremes of the range of uses. Groupings of uses with simi lar performance characteristics is the objective of i , zoning and it appears that in today's market the present 1-2 and B-2 . Districts are too broad to effectively promote that objective. -6- ----------- ---------- -------- l I i' a ~ ., ~ :r 12 :r w .... < .... '" w ::> z w > < ;; ~ " < :r .00 '00 o 100 :200 -- , (~ J SC....LEINFEt'T . - '-2 GENERAL 'NDUSTRIAL ~ ::;''' ~~ B-2 GENERAL BUSINESSEXISTING ZON,ING Area III 111~~-::'::;:; /"// Busmess. ___ LexerAIDIiNUG STUPY _ Arrlpn Hill,: , PARCELS/OWNERSHIP The study area contains: - - 50 separate parcels - 30 separate owners (taxpayers) - 42 separate buildings - 157.5 acres (not including streets or railroad R.O.W.s) - 3 unused parcels (16.02 acres) - 2 parcels used just for parking (2.7 acres) - 9 parcels (all containing warehouse structures) owned by St. Paul Companies (35.08 acres)--largest single land ownership. Table 1 shows all parcels, owners (or taxpayers), property addresses, parcel identification (P .1.0.) numbers, parcel sizes (in acres), and land, building and total values. The parcel numbers shown on the ownership map are keyed to Table 1. The map also shows owners of multiple parcels or buildings in the study area. IMPACT: The number of parcels and the location of those parcels owned by the St. Paul Companies, the two parcels owned by Scott Roberts, and the two properties owned by Arden Hills Properties will be the key to planning for redevelopment of the cen tra 1 area. This small number of owners i should lessen the problems of timing and coordination of redevelopment activities. . -8- ------- "- ,e I 3 . , (? I , , ! ! , , i , I , , , F X r--" I ! \ ' , , . \ 11 \1 . _ i ;-[3- -- i 21 i 27. \=---..-- I . . C2&1 . . ;; I z~................__. ~ I 2m < ~ ~ w . ~ < ~ " 5 42 . 0 100 200 '00 '00 '00 ........... PARCel. BOUNOARIES /",,,,,,, , , _ OWNERS OF ~UL TPlE PA.RCELS OR. BLQGS. SCALE IN FEET Sl,PalllPrQI)Mlle1 OWNERSHIP ~ -- A.mllg -- - Not!h P"rk ~."..lm6f11 Co. """^' Fl8nerU.. "rd." 80'" Lexington Avenue Business Area """"'... 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PROPERTY VALUE - The map on page 13 shows the total value (land and buildings on each parcel) per square foot of building. 1. The highest valued properties are those with small, high valued buildings and low floor area ratios. 2. Other high valued properties (over $30) are newer buildings with moderate F.A.R.s. 3. Low valued properties are those with low (per square foot) valued buildings (warehouses) or those without buildings. The property value map shows the total value (building and land) per square foot of land. 1. Values range from $1.16 to $2.00 per square foot for vacant parcels, to $23.41 for the Northwoods office building. 2. $11,360,000 in land value. 3. $46,800,300 in building value. 4. $58,160,000 in total value. ~i 5. The f1 oor area ratio (F.A.R.) (building area related to land area and, usually, parking requirements) significantly affects the ; square foot value; e.g.: - Parcel s 10, 14 and 38 have low F.A.R.s and high building values per square foot but require a lot of parking. - Parcels 24, 30, 31, 42 and 44 have high F.A.R.s but modest building value per square foot. - Parcels containing large warehouse buildings have high F.A.R.s and low building value per square foot. - Parcels 39 and 43 have high building values and low F.A.R.s. IMPACT: The average value per square foot of land is about $8.50, compared with an average of over $14.00 on the recent developments by Opus, Everest and Woodbridge. The City has an interest in maintaining property values both from the standpoint of tax revenue and protection of the invest- ments of the higher valued developments. A stated Community Goal in the Comprehensive Plan is: "The development of a sound and broad tax base... to provide revenue for adequate public facilities and services . without creating undue burdens on individual property owners." -14- I ~ '4IP i ( ! " , , , , , l :NORTHWOOOS I I ---~------ e ; ;: ~ UJ ,.. ., ,.. '" -- ~.....~ - '" ~ Z "' > ., 1: ~ " of . .." ... $ 0.00 : Z.OO 0 '~O '00 '00 '10 ':";:".',,=.:.:.:_:'.;..,5 4-.00 ) 7 .00 ;-:~ I I . ....................;......:........ SC"'l..~ mFfET ::::::::::::::::::.::::::::::::::::;57.00 511.00 TOTAL VALUE ~. -'511.00 515.00 PER SO.FT. OF SITE (:/~ :~~';"" $15.00 - 52'.00 Lexington Avenue Business Area ,~.__ Arrlpn HiII~ e.L.AHt:ilNG STUDY 111. ____ ____._. -, , I , _I STREET AND PROPERTY ACCESS l. Access from private property to Lexington Avenue and County Road E will find increasing difficulty as traffic volumes increase. At present, only four of such accesses exist onto Lexington Avenue. 2. A number of properties are connected by driveways or share common parking areas that overlap property lines. 3. Several uses with side-by-side drives onto separate sites will become problems as tra ffi c increases. Turning movements at the intersections will frequently require crossing traffic patterns. County Road E has two of these situations. IMPACT: When a median is installed on Lexington Avenue, left turns in to and out of private driveways will be eliminated. Thi s will cause hardshi p to the affected businesses and alternative solutions for access must be found. The practice of interconnections between private properties should be expanded--especially along the County Road E and Lexington i Avenue frontages. (The North Park development uses this concept with , , three structures on one property having shared and connected parking . lots. ) -16- ~ - i' ! ! R REO FOX ROAD : I I , , , ~:T' I" --- r,: I" ': 1'1 t:t " , G==J \ 1: ' e It,l ;;; \" ,. {; ~ I < ~ c=CJ 1:1 1" :' ~ I,' M M " < I, ... .. , , - - - --.0 ;; " EEr 0 . 6 PRIVATE PflQP1ORT'l" ACCESS Q'QQ .0- M M<J MULTIPLE TENANT ACCESS 0 100 200 600 600 ... PU8UC STfI:::ET Access 1"'.- . . , I ....... ACCESS BETWEEN PfllOPERTlES SC~LE IN FEET STREET & PROPERTY ACCESS ~ ~ ArrlF'n Hill" Lex~ue Business Area lIIi""'="'"":':..-- G StUDy --- --- - ------- , STREETS AND TRAFFIC CONTROLS The Comprehensive Plan classifies the streets and highways in and around the study area as follows: l. I-694: Principal arterial 2. Hamline/State Trunk Highway 51-125: Major arterial 3. Lexington and County Road E: Minor arterial 4. Grey Fox, Red Fox, Dunlap and Hamline Frontage Roads: Coll ectors Traffic controls are as follows: l. All street intersections with Lexington Avenue and County Road E e either are signalized now or will be this year, except the east leg of Connelly Street. 2. Stop signs at all other street intersections. 3. Left-turn lane (both directions) for entire length of Lexington Avenue and County Road E. 4. Northwoods Drive is intended to extend to the west and south to Red Fox Road--as proposed in Preliminary Plat. 5. Traffic volumes, both current and projected, are shown for the primary street and highway systems. IMPACT: The area has excellent access from the metropolitan highway system and from the more local system of arterials. The collector street pattern is straight-forward and provides generally excellent access to private properties. Direct access from private properties to Lexington Avenue will present increasing problems with increasing traffic. Ramsey County feels it can handle all the traffic we can generate within the area by making capacity improvements to Lexington Avenue. The County's concern i is for limiting ac ces s to private properties and therefore limiting turning movements and conflict points. . -18- I ~ II . : , .. ~ . 0 [f=l] , , j , cD . , , Q : , I I RED FOX ROAD ; , , , D : I ocr , I , l , , ------------- \ l' , ct CJ , , t" I , -0--- , ,,' --- I" >- ,,' w +1) w [:] " 1'1 >- t: I '" '- " I < \ II I ~ c==J \ ti I g ~ ~~d c=J G===J e ;; \~, , .[, ,. \: : I I D -< ~ c:J JI:O ~ (' I :' w 1,1 >- 1" -< " >- G~EY FOX ROAD " '" : ; , I ~ - I 0:- I ~~ , , w -~- , : ~ -.........--.:::-.:::;:.-- z w - --~-..... > -< ----. w z ~ 0 " j' ~c >- z , ' " w oJ ' . > L.l z -< U x w ;;: ~ ~ COI-I!:fu Y lJ :; -< S EE:T , I [g 0 Ll , , , 0 Sd__J ~ C9Jmt"( --------- --- ~ 0 EXISTING SIGNIZED INTERSECllON 0 100 200 '00 .00 .00 i"",""~ , ) IMMINENT SIGNAUZED INTERSECllON , :;C"'I.E Irr FEET "-' ~ = lEFT TURN WE STREETS & TRAFFIC CONTROLS _nrman t,,,,,~ Lexington Avenue Business Area i1SX<:I;l!<!'S ArriF'n Hills !DY IU'~ --- . --- ...:::=-:.::: --"' ---- , ELECTRICAL AND RAIL SERVICE l. Overhead electrical service has not been used in any of the e recently developed properti es (see shaded areas) and will not be used on the few remaining vacant sites. i , I 2. Overhead electrical service was used exclusively on the older sites in the area. I ! 3. Rail service has been removed from several warehouse facilities in the area and very 1i ke1y will be used very rarely as the older sites are redeveloped. The International Paper operation and the Olympia Brewing distributor are the only two recently built sites that use rail service. IMPACT: As the area is upgraded with high quality buildings and sites, overhead electrical service becomes more noticeable and inappropriate. The wi res and poles are unattractive and add to the cluttered "industrial" appearance of a past era. Electrical service lines along Red Fox and Grey Fox Roads could be placed underground and would make the two interior access and circulation streets more attractive. Rail access is available to four or five sites in the study area and ~ should rema i n available to those sites now using it. The through-rail route and spur lines are located on rear property lines, with only one . crossing of a public street. -20- --::: - ., I , -- -- - ;;; >- ~ ~ ~ w ... < ... .. 11II1Il1ll1ll1 RAIL SER'JICE. =OVERHEAO ELECTRICAL SEJwtee 0 100 200 '00 '00 ",0 . ... RAIL ACCESS TO Bl.OG. ~ SITes WITH UNOEl'lGROUND ELEC-mICAt. SERVICE. /"',... : . : , I =?= O'{ERJ1EAD TELEPHONE. I.INEI!l SC.l.tEIN FEEr ELECTRICAL & RAIL SERVICE~ - be<g" Lexington Avenue Business Area ..- Arrlpn Hill", eJ.AHNIHG ST.UDV UG --- "'-- --- --- , - ANALYSIS PURPOSE: To assemble the critical impacts of the preceding Inventory stage and to identify related impacts in a form that will provide direction for the subsequent plan formulation. 1. Visual and Functional Problems: - Sites not complying with ordinance requirements for landscape area (limited green space on graphic) and parking setbacks are i dentifi ed. - Visual problems include cluttered yard areas, roof top- or ground-mounted dish antennae, overhead garage doors facing streets, outdoor storage and overhead electrical service. - Access problems identify locations of both current and poten- tial problems created by the median on Lexington Avenue and two adjacent driveways on County Road E. - Northwoods Drive is a dead end street as constructed. The I prel iminary plat shows the street extending to the west and . south to tie back into Red Fox Road. -22- I ~ ~ l , ., " :' I' " " " :' " I ,. " ~ " " " :' d dl :NORTHWOOOS Dea en : Street '. " " " " R " 0 "C? ., ; '. . " J " :' Q ., " " '. , ~ED FOX ROAD . D , IT I I ~,~ \ ~ \ \ ~] I I ,- Z I I [] ~ -~- Cl w 1 ::!E I, -' < ;: c==J z ~ II \U l- e ~ 0 ~ c.. ,. D -< 3: c:J :t: ~ W ,.. -< ,.. GFlEY FOX ROAD '" ... --. ::c ~ - :;::.~___ 1"--- w ::> z ........~-- w - ----:::;:.-.. -- > -- -~---- ~--~ -< ---.. ---_-__ 1 --~ Z W S .......-- -- ::> -~-' 0 z --...:::-~ ,.. w '" > -...:0----... z -< I --~~ x " ~:-- w ~ ~ """------- ::; -__--- r -< ~ -~-- :t: --.- o __:__ --- - . ;/ // LIMITED rnEEN SPACE ~ 0VEJltEI.0 ELECTRICAL SERV'CE 0 100 200 .00 '00 '00 W lOADING OOCKS FACING STREET S OlJTOOOR STORAGE ...- , I"'" , CwrTERED SIDE AfolO READ 'tARDS ROOf DISH AHTEfeU\S SCAL=.lN Fe!;!' :::;~? PAAKIN(j IN FRONT YARD SETBACX ~ ...-... aJRRfNT ACCESS PROBl...fKS VISUAL & FUNCTIONAL PROBLEMS -"""'" bergty -=- POlaH I AL ACCESS PROBlDLS Lexington Avenue Business Area as.$OC'.ates . Illr ~"-- Arrip.n Hills ~G STIJ.Dy . --- ...::..::-=.:: , e 2. Valuation/Use/Age Problems: This graphic identifies those parcels that are subject to reuse or redevelopment due to a variety of factors: j - Under utilized buildings - Over utilized sites - Vacant buildings - Undeveloped sites - Non-conforming to present standards - Outdated or obsolete buildings i 1 - Use inappropriate to neighboring uses I - Below average total value per square foot of site . - Small, di verse uses -24- I ~ ,:' I lOR ::\\:;::\:i:::::::::::::::1! ~ ::::\\:\':\:::::\I\\:::I\ I ..........."., l) .............. Cl , :':::\::\:\\\::::\:\iI::::L i REO FOX ROAD \::'\'::\:I!:\'::\::!:\:!\.: CJ , , : D !1 , ' , ' I ' , I \ It 101: I ...11 I 411 , " -__ 1,1 I,' ': I', 1: , " \ I , c==J \1" \: I II :;; It:: ~ {t! I j l c=CJ 1:' ~ j" ... 11 ~ fJ I << " ~ GREY FOX ROAD ! J :.;:'!'i:'!::'!!'::::!"'::'g"\!p:iiilil::I\ . "....,... "I' ..~.. ...'.....'.........'..........,""J:......-... " ,..v.-............'........,........ -- :~:;::;:::;:::::::;;}::;::::;:::::::::::::::::: - - - -- ~~~~~~_ :li,I.:..::.~;~ili,~!! ---- -- w ::> z w > i C~y "AO o ...."...".."" \,j::j::\r IMMEDIATE--VACANT SITES OR BLDGS. 0 '00 '00 '00 '00 800 ~ FUTURE--REDEVELOPMENT /POTENTIAL CHANGE OF USE 1""""-'-' "";\,,, ," t=~ V ALUA TION/USEJ AGE PROBLEMS ~ w".." , Lexington Avenue Business Area .. ~%""" \ Arrlpn Hills E.J.A..NNlNG SLUDY 1n;, _: '-::.::;:; ----_.._-~ ---- , ~ DEVELOPMENT POTENTIAL l. Five sites, ranging from 1.35 acres to 8.04 acres, are vacant and immediately available for development. 2. Fourteen sites, ranging from 0.5 acres to 8.1 acres, are defined as available for reuse or redevelopment. - The two sites south of Grey Fox Road total 13.38 acres. - St. Paul Metalcraft site is 2.5 acres. - The four sites east of Dunlap total 11.04 acres. - The four sites west of Dunlap total 8.53 acres. - All the sites east and west of Dunlap, including Dunlap Street if vacated, total 22.64 acres. 3. The sites south of the railroad track have buildings and the west \ two are currently in use; however, the uses are considered to be potential reuse or redevelopment sites. . -26- \ I -~ l ~..~ - ~ . .<'~' i d!~ ' /Xv .X'^ Y<)<)i A o><:~ R 0 _ -AX X ~~." - , ~ /if ~ ,~ $<>X: o<J' , rIl" .,./ d V'I:> x.xv<: i ////h: 0 "/ ~ ;/ 'l 'l)diJ. ::ij . ><; . X~ 3;: . ',a: v< <..; ,I : I ~ ~ V///" ,I: j D?<x L"~Z7/\I: ~ II ",'~f7 "," :: ~ v e ;. 19'/ vz iil i D ~ '~-'(.ji. I 0 - ~ ~J / i I I i "7'/ 'Lof.' Z . . 'l //'/~ :, 3*><~xx , , I PV - ~ \I Q" vx - -' -0/'-- -L ~,.,..:::.. \\ If " --' -< ,,- - - ~"- ,... % ~ LO :I;~/~-- ~~~ ~/~i ~ :1 .... ~.t ; - . ~ ~ -,7 7' 0 -. "/ - J.i ~/. '/, ~ , / . ;-'.JJ., ""Ii'..o1 _ _~ _ . a 0200 ~oo eao ~oo I I P01ENT1AL REDEVELOPMENT OR REUSE ~~, ' : I ~ OPEN FOR DEVELOPMENT OR REUSE , SC;:,l.LE_'tHEET (f!ZCD NEWER DEVELOPMENT DEVELOPMENT POTENTIAL ~ ;::;;" Lexington Avenue Business Area lll~""'~-- " PLAtiNlliG STUDY · .-- ---=-=::: Arrlpn H"I~ ----- --- ------ m . TRAFFIC CIRCULATION PLAN ~ 1. Schematic Circulation: _ Provides alternative traffic route for businesses fronting on Lexington Avenue. When a median on Lexington is constructed, northbound vehicles will not be able to make left turns in to or out of the businesses. Schematic plan would allow traffic to use the signalized intersections at either Red Fox or Grey Fox Roads. The new access street to the rear of the Lexington fronting parcels would bring traffic to and from Red Fox and Grey Fox Roads. _ Inter-connections between properties would allow traffic to circulate between the businesses without disrupting Lexington Avenue traffic. _ Shannon Square drives and parking would be connected with the old Gould building drives and parking, again gaining access to the signalized Grey Fox/Lexington intersection and allowing circulation between the businesses without traveling on Lexington. _ The plan will work whether or not the area to the west is redeveloped, and could be a temporary or permanent solution until further development decisions are made. ~ -28- ----~ lJ L/ I CJ l QJ - ..~-~-",-.---=-=~ ~ 1-<< I 0 I · r..... I -+ -....... :j l . I 1 I ~ I --------------- ~ ! , I , I , I -~- II ~ t: I 1 I tl I ------.-,. 1 ..............4" ~ I tl .. -- - . l ~ .......- l- . . I -.: tl w .... . . w . . . . Xi a: . { l- . { en . { 1: . . c.. . , <: . . I . 0 -I . { \ I ~ . {j. . .- 0 \11 Cl . . ~-..~.__.--" ._~ ttl . C-~_.::J . . . tl . . . r-~ { {i i I I . , .........f,..'~€C [:--\ i i I .-~~=".__."'-.,.... 11: D I' . I . -] + : I . . . t: I . . - I I I .~........G..c~~~.. I C] j I -] I I · c. I ' I ~ I . -- r~-e-. - 1111111111111 NEW ACCESS STREET I I . "'._... ___I . ........ INTERCONNECTING DRIVES ~ ACCESS POINTS. . '--" 1-' L .] I I , I , I SCHEMA TIC CIRCULATION ~~L~", _ . 1-.J -..... -...;::- -.... ---0-:;::- -..... ----...... ----.- -----...... --- --"_____ I --- :::::: .::::Z -.::::.=:-~ - - 2. Circulation Plan: - This plan assumes that Lexington Avenue traffic will increase to the point where northbound left turns in to or out of the study area will be eliminated either by a median in Lexington . or by the sheer difficulty in making left turns. 0 A new "service road" is proposed between Red Fox and Grey Fox Roads midway between Lexington and Dunlap (along the existing north/south property line). 0 Southbound right turns in and out would sti 11 be , permitted from Lexington Avenue businesses. I 0 I nteri or connections between properties would be needed as shown on the "Schematic Circulation" diagram. 0 The St. Paul Metalcraft building is constructed close to the existing drive at the west end of the building and would constrict (not prohibit) circulation on the proposed service road. - Northwoods Drive is extended to the west and south to complete the loop pattern. This alignment was proposed on the pre- liminary plat approved by the City. - A pedestrian walk system is proposed along all three east/west streets and along Lexington Avenue and Hamline Avenue. Besides providing pedestrian access throughout the area, it provides a two-mile pedestrian exercise loop for local employees. . -30- I e , " :' " " " :. " " " " '. " :. " " , 'NO ,. I' R"'rnWOOOS , ~. .~, I 0 . " [J=lJ " " · ::. c? ! . ;: . " " , . :1 ., cD . '. :. " . I I RED FOX ROAD . , , i, , D , , \ , \ , '~~J , -0 00"1 : i I _ I f!l _~ rl: v: >-- w C:=J!D- 1" w :' a: >-- V I '" . c==J " 0- ;; \ I I ~ ~ \ t' I Z > It:1 ~ ~ 0 ;:: I" ~ c:J ~ (I' c=J:G==J :I: t: : I I W t]1 >-- ~ >-- j:' 0 '" t" ~ " ", ), ., . - -- -- ~ ~- --..::= :::0- -"'" - ~-.. -- --- W -- ---- ~ -. Z j--- W W > ~ ~ Z ;:; W > :;! . ~ ~ . C~ D z y s 0 En >-- '-' 0 z 0 X w ~ . ...." EXISTING :":.:.:.:" .. . +119 l1tlli~:-;~::~'~I::::t.;dW ~ '00 200- '00 ,...,- .00 , , . Arrlpn HiII~ LeXington'i,LATl6N PLAN ~ ~C"'LE,IH FEET , venue B . m pJ.AIININ .,mo,' A """"",,," __ G S - '0. bcl'9ly TIlDY llli~-~ ~-- -'--- -_....~ LAND USE PLAN - The Inventory and Analysis sections of this report indicate that many of the properties in the primary study area are subject to change via reuse or redevelopment. l. Reuse wi 11 continue to occur as occupants' needs change and as , relative property val u es change. Under the current zoning, any permitted use can occupy any of the existing buildings and, except for satisfying the parking and sign requirements, the uses can change without action by the City. If new buildings are proposed, permitted uses need site plan approval but the uses are "pre-approved." 2. Redevelopment of presently developed parcels can occur in two ways: on a parcel-by-parcel basis, responding to immediate market conditions; or on a larger multi-parcel basis that considers the longer-term benefi ts rather than the short-term return. If the demand for sites becomes intense (e,g., in response to the Target development), property values (and rent or lease prices) may cause some current occupants to. relocate. At the same time, this increased value could encourage razing of some existing buildings to allow new buildings to be developed that would yield a greater return to the owner. . The Land Use Plan shows expansion and preservation of the pattern that has been emerging over the past several years. l. Recent development of the north and west central areas has established the pattern shown. With only two or three parcels remaining to be developed in these areas, a drastic change is not expected. 2. Development along County Road E has been filling in over the last couple decades and has established an expanding retail/service area that is likely to remain for decades to come. Regardless of demand, property values, and action by the City, the above areas are not likely to change in their established primary uses. The Land Use Plan shows the central areas redeveloped as a significant retai 1 center. containing over 20 acres (with Dunlap Street vacated). Multi ple ownership, recent construction and some viable businesses in the area fronting on Lexington between Grey Fox and Red Fox will make it difficult to incorporate that strip in the 1 a rger retail center development. Red Fox and Grey Fox, with their signalized intersections at Lexington, will provide good access to the site. However, a direct, central access to Lexington may also be desirable. It would be aligned with the south access to Target. Coordination with the proposed Roberts Shopping Center would be necessary, but the access could be a valuable . asset for both the larger and smaller centers. I -32- , i ; I 0-- :- I "," fer"R ~... '" . '. '. f '" cD " ....0 , ~-4 c:;:l ! ~'" : . . .u.u..u.~ .~~.~ ..h............ ........... .......... "..n...... ............................... ..........,.. 'H..... IT 1 . ;; G=i<J >- '" :< CJ ~ ~ ;:: . '" - ~ --..c ~ // w > !<9Nt:!;u \' S '" ~ J! I ~D .......... . ~'R. PRIMARY REDEVELOPMENT AREA 0 100 200 .00 .00 '00 /"'\-.; I i : I * VESTI'OCKET PARK :SC.lU iii FEET LAND USE PLAN ~ - Lexington Avenue Business Area """" =Ies Iii ~-- ....-- --- --- - . OBJECTIVES l. To assist the 1 andowners and the city in realizing the full potential of this evolving business complex. 2. To establish a basis for development decisions by landowners as well as the City. 3. To prepare the City for the changing market conditions resulting from the Target development immediately across Lexington Avenue. 4. To develop a plan that is understood and supported by property owners that will be most affected by the plan. 5. To develop a safe, convenient and attractive traffic access and circulation system that ensures a long-term solution as well as meeting current needs. 6. To establish a framework that will be the basis for subsequent regulatory changes. 7. To establish a tax increment program or other financing mechanism that will provide assistance for public improvements. 8. To attract high quality development. . 9. To assist landowners in the transitional stage of redevelopment. -35- - - RECOMMENDATIONS l. Develop zoning ordinance amendments and rezone the area as appropriate. Objectives: a. To protect and perpetuate the high-quality industrial/office development that has recently occurred in the north and west portions of the study area. b. To attract qua 1 i ty development in the east and central areas comparable to that discussed in "a" above. c. To attract appropriate new high-quality development in accordance with the area's Land Use Plan. d. To phase out obsolete uses and buildings that do . not meet contemporary market requirements. 2. Work with Shoreview in coordinating development of the business areas lying east and west of Lexington Avenue between County Road E and 1-694. Objectives: a. To resolve mutual traffic and access problems along the shared portion of Lexington Avenue. b. To fully consider the other community's development standards, aesthetics and regulations. c. To work toward a harmonious business development of a business area that encompasses a shared arterial as the primary means of access. 3.- Establish procedures so that new tax increment districts can be put into place promptly as development proposals are received and approved. Objectives: a. To capture all available taxing opportunities for any new development that occurs in the area. j b. To provide financing for public improvements that i will make the area. attractive, safe and . functional. -36- -------- - ! i . 4. Establish a Community Development Commission. Objectives: a. To promote high-quality business development in Arden Hills. b. To work with landowners and developers to maximize the tax return to the City. c. To ensure that the City's development efforts are competitive. 5. Initiate discussions with landowners and businesses in the area. Objectives: a. To ensure that they have opportunity to participate in the planning process. b. To inform them of the City's planning efforts and . objectives. c. To solicit their support. -37- CITY OF ARDEN HILLS . MEMCRANDtlM TO: Mayor and eounci '""""hP.rs FllCM: Dorothy A. Person, City lldministxator DATE : February 17, 1994 SUBJECT: updates I. Park & Recreation - As a clarification, the grant referred to in the Administrator comments of February 11, is in the extreme preli1ninary application stage. Cindy has completed a request fonn to initiate the review process for a 1995 OUtdoor Recreation Grant. This federal program provides matching grants to cities, counties, townships and recognized In:iian Tribal Governments. 'Ihe grant is n<:M under the jutiOOiction of the DNR. The request was sul:mitted for the possible redevelopment of Perry Park. The Park & Recreation Canunittee has discussed redevelopment of Perry Park for 1995. The preliminary estimate to redevelop is $377,000, although there is a suggestion that this may be inflated. . The grant could potentially fund up to 50% of the project cost. The remaining 50% or more would be matched by the City. It would came from the Park Fund. cin:1y has received a call from the Grant Manager requesting to meet with her. The amount of grant money available is not known at this t:i1ne. We have been told that the Perry Park project will receiye further consideration. 2. Sheriff's Department - 'Ihe Contract cities group has been reviewing the possibility of funding a speed monitoring awareness radar trailer (see attached) . This unit gives electronic feedback to a driyer of the speed at the t:i1ne of the radar. It is not used as a speed trap, but is a monitoring deyice. It can also be used as a traffic counter. The Contract cities would share in its use on a rotating basis, scheduled by the Sheriff's Department. The cost to Arden Hills would be $1,800. The funds to be used would be the proceeds from the sale of squad cars in 1993 ($5,100 to Arden Hills) . The Council will be asked to consider this and pass a resolution at one of it's upcoming meetings if you agree. If you have questions or if you disagree with this purchase and use, please let me know. DAP:rk . =: Department Heads DRAFT MINUTES ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE . FEBRUARY 17, 1994 8:00 A.M. Present: Tom Goblirsch, Brian Fritsinger, Jerry Moehnke, Dan McCallum, Mary Miller, Steve Freimuth, Trygve Egge, Terry Nagle, Beyerly Aplikowski, and Thomas Steele. Absent; Arnold Lindberg. 1. Meeting was called to order at 8;07 a.m. 2 . Approval of Minutes Moehnke moyed and Miller seconded the motion to approve the January 20, 1994 minutes. 3. Business Survey Mr. Moehnke reviewed the format of the proposed survey. Some of the general comments were to; add the phone number next to the address; try to get the survey on one page; address envelope directly to company president and enclose a self addressed stamped envelope; boxes should be added for easy check off on questions. A question was raised if the survey should be re-tooled for the six to ten companies which are largest in Arden Hills. . The issue was not resolved. The survey should be completed and mailed as soon as possible. The committee will get the final draft to Mr. Fritsinger at City Hall. Mr. Fritsinger will then fax the draft to each of the committee members for reyiew. 4. Letter of Introduction Overall the committee thought the letter looked good. The City will look at copying the letter on letterhead rather than sending it to a printer. Mr. Lindberg should sign the original letter. Mr. Moehnke should be identified as vice- chairperson. Beverly Aplikowski will try to reyamp the letter to include names and numbers of all committee members. A final draft, sent to Brian Fritsinger, will be faxed with the suryey to each member of the committee. 5. Oath of office - The oath of office was administered to Trig Egge, Steve Freimuth, and Terry Nagle. 6. Miscellaneous - Beyerly Aplikowski discussed the resignation of Mr. Charles Stoddard. This leaves open 1 seat on the committee. Possibly talk to Ray McGraw about volunteering. . Minutes Page 2 February 17, 1994 . 7. Next meetings are scheduled at 8:00 a.m. at the Army Reserve Center on March 17, April 21 and May 19. The next agenda will include final review of survey/letter, business list and meetings. 8. Meeting adjourned at 9:20 a.m. . . ---------..------ DRAFT MINUTES . PUBLIC WORKS/SAFETY COMMITTEE FEBRUARY 17, 1994 PUBLIC WORKS LUNCHROOM Meeting was called to order by Chair Dick Roessler at 7:35 p.m. Councilmember Probst administered the Oath of Office to all members present. A motion to approve the January minutes by Arnie Delger, seconded by Dick Fregeau passed. RAMSEY COUNTY SHERIFF'S REPORT - Lieutenant Dick Dornbusch was in attendance to review the fourth quarter 1993 criminal statistics for Arden Hills. Some key points; . Arden Hills has relatively low crime rates. · Community Public Relations can be used to prevent crime and burglary. · Juvenile offenses are up for all communities. . First ring suburbs haye higher crime rates. Arden Hills may be considered a first ring suburb within ten years. Lieutenant Dornbush also advised committee members that contract cities are looking to purchase a S.M.A.R.T. trailer; this is a . trailer mounted radar unit that can also perform traffic counts, The unit would be used in various locations. A visual sign will tell motorists how fast they are moving. The base price is approximately $8,7000. Delivery and set-up are not included. Lieutenant Dornbusch reviewed traffic violations for Arden Hills, fourth quarter 1993. FIRE REPORT - Fire Chief Dan Winkel, reviewed the 1993 Arden Hills fire statistics. The Fire Department reimbursed Arden Hills approximately $6,500.00 for 1993. This represents the balance that the Fire Department did not spend in 1993. PUBLIC WORKS REPORT - Public Works Superintendent Dan Winkel reviewed the 5 year capital equipment program with the committee. More infrastructure information will follow. OTHER BUSINESS - The committee will try to rotate members taking minutes on a monthly basis. Arnie Delger will do minutes in March. Committee chair rotation will be discussed at the March Meeting. WATER METER REPLACEMENT SUB-COMMITTEE - The committee will meet on March 10, 1994, 7:30 p.m. at the Public Works Building to discuss the residential and commercial meter replacement issues. . Minutes Page 2 02-17-94 . SIDEWALK MAINTENANCE SUB-COMMITTEE - This committee has not had a chance to meet yet. The committee is looking for additional members. Some information was discussed. Arnie Delger has policies from Roseville, Shoreview, and New Brighton. Arnie Delger stated equipment costs could be as high as $50,000. The sub-committee will ask Council how they feel about cleaning and maintaining sidewalks. Arnie stated that the liability issue will need to be reyiewed. Next Agenda - 1994 goals, objectiyes, mission statement, COUNCIL REPORT - DENNIS PROBST . The Ryder bus garage issue has not yet been resolved. Council has denied the re-zoning. Staff needs to identify Special Use Permit issues in an R-1 district. This may allow the bus company to stay in the R-1 zone. . Arden Place storm-sewer project has started and will be completed soon. . Committee policy for the stop sign request at Edgewater Ayenue and Prior Street will be reviewed by Council at the February 28, 1994 Council Meeting, . . The City has received a request to install a signalled intersection or a stop sign at Eide Circle and Hamline Avenue. Staff responded to this request and stated it isn't possible at this time. . All committee chairpersons will be meeting with Council at a later date to review and discuss 1994 goals and objectives. Mission statements should be formulated by all committee members. . There will be public meetings to discuss the T.C.A.A.P. property deyelopment on February 17, March 17, and April 21 at the T.C.A.A.P. Administrative Offices. . The committee may want to review how trash haulers operate in Arden Hills. Should each hauler be allowed to haul only one or two days a week, one single day or any combination of days. Should Arden Hills limit the number of haulers? Dick Roessler stated the Committee needs to adyertise for new members. The meeting was adjourned at 9:35 p.m. . - . DRAFT Minutes of Febmary 22. 1994 Park & Recreation Committee Meeting . PLEASE NOTE TIME AND DA TE FOR NEXT MEETING The next meeting of the Park & Recreation Committee is scheduled for Tuesday, March 29, 1994, at 5:00 p.m., at the Public Works meeting area. l. Meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Dave Sand. In attendance were: Dave Sand, Chair Dennis Probst, Council Repr. Fran Holmes, Finance Committee Mark Labine Mark Magers Dorothy McClung Mary Robinson Tracy Petersen, Staff Cindy Severtson, Staff 2. Minutes of the January 25, 1994 meeting were approved as submitted. 3. Fran Holmes, a member of the Finance Committee, was introduced. She gave a brief overview of her involvement on the Finance Committee and of herself. 4. Dennis Probst provided an update to the committee from the City Council. Dennis commented on the 8 acres of wetlands donated to the city by the Sheehy's. Discussion followed. Cindy commented on the condition of the tennis count and that they plan to assess the court's condition this spring. The . court may have to be removed. Dennis commented on the Thursday meeting concerning the Arsenal property. He asked the Park & Recreation Committee to pull together a plan for the property and what issues need to be addressed. Additional meetings are scheduled for March 17 and April 21, both at 7:30 pm. 5. Program Report - Cindy Severtson and Tracy Petersen Tracy Petersen distributed the proposed program report. She stated the brochure would be out on Wednesday, February 23. She highlighted the new programs for 1994, including those for the summer program. She in targeting younger participants for a number of these programs and events. Tracy met with the Activities Director at Presbyterian Homes about partnering on older adults needs and activities. They'will be doing some joint research on this topic. Cindy met with the Mounds View School district. She stated they are again cutting back on their summer school activities, which may make it possible for the Park & Recreation area to use the schools for summer activities. She is . meeting with them next week to discuss the use of the tennis counts. . ~ Cindy also provided an update on the signage for the paved trails. She stated each trail will have the mileage posted at each end of the trail. She anticipates to have signs for the next meeting. . 6. John McClung Development - Cindy Severtson Cindy provided the committee with an update on the walking path that runs behind City Hall. She stated McClung will donate the remaining property needed to complete the project. She talked about the percent of property donated and/or cash donation for the development. Seeing the property does not meet the guidelines, she is recommending that in lieu of cash that City/Parks ask McClung to grade the NSP easement at the south end of the path to eliminate the cliff-like area at Colleen. ***Motion to accept land from McClung Development and requested grading in lieu of cash from McClung. The requested grading must be to the specifications set by the City and the Park Department. Motion was passed. (This is continent upon the Planning Commission's review of John McClung's development. ) Cindy went on to state that the townhouse complex may be interested in paving their portion of the trail. This would help reduce the estimate paving costs for the trail. 7. Little Lakes Little League proposal . Discussion followed on the proposal submitted Dave Bernlohr, Little Lakes Little League. Although the committee was in favor of LLLL submitting a four-year proposal, there was lengthy discussion on the specific points and order of the proposal. Cindy did state there were several points that were not acceptable because of the general use needs of the fields. She did stale she would like to see approval of the proposal with the possibility to amend it as needed. Several areas of concern which were stated including the maintenance of the equipment and the associated costs and the neighborhood reactions to the bleachers, improvements to Perry Park, to name a few. Dennis recommended the committee request drawings of the proposed improvements from LLLL. These drawings along with the committee's recommendations would then to the Council for consideration. Seeing the Council is in the process of reviewing improvemeilts to Perry Park, it would be very helpful in their discussions. 8. Five Year Capital Plan Cindy provided information to the committee on the five year plan developed by the Park & Recreation Department. She went into detail as to what projects . would be completed in 1994. Discussion followed on proposed improvements - , to Perry Park. Dennis stated that he and his colleagues feel the project could be completed in the $200,000 range vs the $350,000 bid. . Discussion followed about the use of special fund vs the use of the interest from that fund and contributions. Cindy also stated over the next couple of years, the amount of contributions will continue to go down because of the lack of development in the city. With the budgeting process beginning, the committee was asked to develop a five-plan and what the committee would like to see over the next five years. A proposal for the Arsenal property is also needed. Because of the magnitude of this project, it was tabled until the next meeting at which time committee members begin the development of the five year plan. Discussion of the "Gateway" areas followed. ***Motion was made to appoint a sub-committee of Dave Sand, Dorothy McClung and Mark Magers to make recommendations for the use of the $3,000 for the "Gateway" project. Motion was passed. 9. Miscellaneous A. Recognition of past board members - Cindy passed around a drawing of the . proposed plaque for past board members. Dennis suggested she check with the Council before proceeding. B. Possible grant application - Cindy has had preliminary discuss with grant administrator from the DNR about grant funding opportunities for Perry Park. She will follow up with a conversation with the administrator about the process. Cindy stated the proposal is to be submitted by August I, 1994 for final consideration/designation by the foundation in December '94. 10. No other business was discussed. With the budgeting process already under way, and because of the importance of the five-year plan, it was recommended that the meeting of March 29. The meeting is scheduled for 5 - 7 pm in the Public Works lunchroom. ***Come to the next meeting prepared with ideas of what you would like included in a tive-year plan. Also, be prepared to discuss spending scenarios (interest plus percent of principal, etc.). Meeting was adjourned at 9:30 pm. . he ;-Ofr'c1 1 /lOf/, k~0J<lr--; r1;';=-11-1:;;~ 1~"-" F~Ci'l H.: I'::. rE' 'EUJFt1E! iT TO :=t:: ::7:3:'~ F'.Ol _'. ._'.J.. , 'TO: T",-I~(l...'( (--10;', fRJM: c:.. A-J'{ L I <'VNIOG,. ~IS ;- DAlE: '3/II/'7'fS I fAA" c.. ~3 - /! 3'7 T"7'Nv7ES PACE; INC..lDNC !i T1ilS PAGe; ~ FAX f: '3 '/~ - "., s: 6. !'tOO: " '1 'I <a - 'I::J. =>. 'l ~ ~ . .. ---_.. --..--- ."- .--. .u_ . -- ARDEN HILLS FINANCE COMMITTEE February 24, 1994 DRAFT Minutes Call to Order: The meeting was called to order at 7:37 PM. The following members were present: Fran Holmes. Christine Leavitt, Chuck Mertensotto, Charlotte McNeish, Carl Rundquist and Tom Steele. Committee member Joe (;orpstem was absent. Also present were City Councrl member Paul Malone and City Accountant Terry Post. Minutes Approved: The minutes for the meeting of January 27, 1994 were approved. Sweanng In: Charlotte McNeish and Tom Steele were sworn in by Paul Malone. City AccountantFl reasurer's Keport: Terry Post reviewed the highlights of the monthly financial report included with the packets. H'rs report noted that the City Administrator has asked staff to request the committees to conslCler drafting a miSSion statement and summariZe 1994 goals. He briefly discussed We 1993 annual report for the investment program. Terry commented on the letter from a citizen . complaining about the minimum charge for water. The citizen complained that this minimum charge encouraged waste of water. Potential Projects for 1994: l he potential projects identified include - - City employee benefit plans - Service ~ees for non-profit units in the city - Senior Citizen breaks on utility rates . In house versus contracted city services - Upgrade of water metering system - Re engineering/efficiency review of city employees - Development of mission statement/goals for 1994 (submit to council) Paul Malone said that the cfty Administrator has referred the Senior Citizen Assessment Deferral Policy to the Finance Committee as a potential project. He distributed copies of the statute allowing deferrals and the Arden Hills resolution adopting the policy. Committee Mission Statement: The committee attempted to draft a missIon statement during the meeting. After wrestling with the language, it was decided that each committee member should draft a mission statement for the committee and submrt it to Terry Post at City Hall by March 21 st. Christine Leavitt suggested tMt a mission statement should be very brief. very brief mission statements are much easier to remember" She suggested an ideal length of eight words. Repol l~; . Fran Holmes reported on attending the Parks and Recreation Committee meeting. She reported that the Par1<s Committee is concerned about the best use for the parks development fund. This fund wh,ch was created from contributions uy t.lev"'ol"'f~ Ird~ sto~d growing because there Is t'"lAF-11-195~ 15:02 FPon HI: ,'3 DE' ,'EUJPI1EIIT TO :::6 :'::7E ='~ F.D2 very little land left to develop in Arden Hills. Chuck Mertensotto suggested that the St Paul .. Foundation or other foundations may be a source of funding for specific park projects. Tom Steele reported on attending the Economic Development Committee meeting. Council Liaison Report: Paul Malone briefed the committee on council activities: 1. Construction for the Arden Place drainage project is underway 2. TCAAP is hooking into water from the City ot Mounds View 3. City is looking for a way to allow the school bus terminal to stay on County Road F and upgrade its facilities by issuing a speeal use permit. 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