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MINUTES OF REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
Village of Arden Hills
Monday, June 9, 1975 - 7:30 p.m.
Village Hall
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Crepeau at 7:30 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Present - Mayor Henry J. Crepeau, Jr., Councilmen Charles Crichton,
Robert, Woodburn, ~llllam Feyereisen, James Wingert.
Absent - None. '
Also Present - Village Attorney James lynden, Treasurer Donald lamb,
Police Chief Pat Sexton, Clerk Administrator Charlot7e
McNiesh, Deputy Clerk Dorothy Zehm.
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APPROVAL OF MINUTES
CrIchton moved, seconded by Wingert, that the Minutes of
CouncIl Meeting of May 27, 1975, be approved as amended.
carried unanimously.
the Regular
Motion
BUSINESS FROM THE FLOOR
Cardiac Pacemaker's, Inc. - Proposed Chan~e In Fundln~
Mr; F. Warren Preeshl, Miller and Schroeder Municipals, Inc..
explained that because of a change in legislation, re Industrial
Revenue Funding, Cardiac Pacemakers, Inc. is considering a $1,000,000
loan agreement, with private funding not to exceed $2,000,000.
Preeshl explained that the legislation limits capital outlay for
research and development at the $3 million bond issue level, but
there Is no limitation on caplt&1 outlay at $1,000,000 level.
Matter was referred by the Council to Mr. Peter Popovich for
recommendations to the Council.
REPORT OF POLICE CHIEF PAT SEXTON
Sample Ordinances Re Traffic Enforcement
Sexton referred Council to sample ordinances pertaining to traffic
enforcement, which are not covered by Arden HI I Is Ordinances.
These are under consideration by the Public Safety Committee for
its recommendations to the Council.
Sexton said that Snoreview's Ordinance re motorized vehicles on
private property is effective and enforceable, and suggested that
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Aft.r dlscUSllo", Council raf.rr.d .att.r to S.xtOIl alld L,.ute.I"to
col hlDorete elld preper. ell orlO"ance ",.lIft ,.. off-roe" ~ of '
recreational motor vehicles; deferring discussion re "all Inclusive"
motor vehicle ordinance untl I recommendations of Public Safety
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Sexton referred Counci I to Mounds View's codified ordinance book,
which he said 1s easy to read and Is well Indexed.
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Radar Equipment lease
Sexton reported that he/has returned the leased unit - should
probably not be charged for June rental. He said the department
has been "trying out" two hand units, one from CapitOl Sales and
one from Custom Signals, which appear to be comparable. are easy
to use and give-a good beam - can pick out cars easily.
Sexton said the unit can 'also be used on
tripod" If desired.
Truck Traffic on County Road 0
Sexton reported that the Public Safety Committee discussed the
truck traffic problem on County Road 0, but determined that there
Is little that the Village can do to restrict the truck traffic.
Road Is a 9-ton County Road, over which the Vlllage,has little
jurisdiction, except over traffic violations. After discussion,
Council suggested that residents contact Ramsey County Commlsslonors
Orth and Salverda re their concerns.
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Minutes of Regular Counc! I Meeting
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June 9, 1975
PUBLIC HEARING
Ordinance No. 188 - Amendment to Zonln9 Ordinance No. 99 Relatln9
to Fast Food Restaurants.
Mayor Crepeau opened the Public Hearing at 8:10 p.m.
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After determining there were no questions or comments from the
floor, Council reviewed the Ordinance. The Public Hearing was
closed at 8:30 p.m., after which Lynden read the Ordinance In Its
entirety, Incorporating the amendments noted.
Wingert moved, seconded by Feyerelsen, that Counc!1 adopt Ordinance
No. 188, AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 99, AS AMENDED, THE
ZONING ORDINANCE, BY CHANGING THE DEFINITION OF "DRIVE-INN BUSINESS",
ADDING DEFINITIONS OF "RESTAURANT" AND "FAST FOOD RESTAURANT", ADDING
"FAST FOOD RESTAURANT" AS A SPECIAL USE, AND SUBSTITUTING "CITY"
FOR "VILLAGE" WHEREVER THE SAME APPEARS, as read; authorizing Its
execution by the Mayor and Clerk Administrator on behalf of the
City of Arden Hi I Is. Motion carried unanimously.
Ordinance No. 100
Counc! I discussed the provisions of Ordinance No. 100, after which
Crichton moved, seconded by Woodburn, that Councl I Introduce by title
AN ORDINANCE REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. 100. Motion carried (Crepeau,
Crichton, Woodburn and Wingert voting In favor of the motion;
Feyerelsen voting In opposition.)
Matter was referred to Lynden to prepare Ordinance for Council
consideration
REPORT OF VILLAGE ATTORNEY JAMES LYNDEN
Case No. 73-28, Hunters Park Fourth Addition.
Lynden referred Counci I to his letter of June 6, 1975 re approval
of Amended Final Plat of Hunter's Park Fourth Addition; and Park
Dedication Conveyances. Lynden recommended Council approval of
the Amended Final Plat, as submitted, on the basis of the provisions
noted in his letter.
Wingert moved, seconded by Crichton, that Council approve the Amended
Final Plat of Hunter's Park Fourth Addition; authorizing Its exe-
cution by the Mayor and Clerk Administrator. Motion earrled unanimously.
Case No. 74-36, C.G; Rein - Park Dedication
Matter was deferred to Council meeting of June 16, 1975. for title
opinion from Lynden.
Case No. 75-6. Arden Manor Amended Special Use Permit
Lynden referred Council to his letter of June 6, 1975, re Ownership
and Encumbrance Report for Twin Parks, inc.
Lynden reported that Van Putten has Indicated that partial release
of the liens can probably be obtained by Thursday, mortgagee Is
releasing funds for possible liens. Lynden also noted that the
Bond refers to the original Special Use Permit - rider should be
attached tying the bond to the Amended Special Use Permlt.
... After discussion, Crichton moved that Council not accept the
recreational park and access easements untl I developer can produce
written satisfaction of leins and Judgements and has obtained written
consent to conveyances from two mortgagees. Motion was seconded
by Wingert and carried unanimously.
Lift Station Easement, Sewer 12-13 - J. Bussard
Bussard suggested that Council average the first two appraisals
and not consider the third appraisal, In negotiating a settlement
for the 11ft station parcel to be conveyed to the Village.
In discussIon, Feyerelsen recommended that Council pay Bussard
$8,250 for ~he 11ft station property, based on the following:
$3,750 - third appraisal
3,000 - l$/month for rental of the property.
1,500 - special ass.ssments
$8,250 Total
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t~inutes of Regular Council Meeting
Pags .t'lree
June 9, 1975
After dIscussion, Crichton moved, seconded by Feyerelsen, that Council
authorize payment of $8,250 to Bussard for the 100' X 150' lot on
Old Highway 12",2,I'!v~w.~J.Shiis constructed the sewer lift station;
Bussard to p~ts against the property and 1974 taxes,
payable In 1975. Motion carried unani~ously. .
j .O.O.F., St. Paul Lodge No,_~_=-~r~Lng__Lot_~\J.r:l.!l_c~_il!l~_~sr~!l.!LL!HI.
Wingert reported he had ~erused the site, parking lot surface Is
fairly level and crushed rock wet I tamped - tits residential area,
In his opinion; would be in no hurry to require paving the lot;
would like east and north sides to be screened with plantings.
Feyerelsen agreed that screening; especially on north, should be
required.
. Crep.eau agreed that crushed rock was preferable to blacktopping
the parking lot.
Crichton said on Sunday afternoon there were 14
which Indicated more than a "seldom used" lot.
no ~ars when he visited the site.
cars In the lot,
WI ngert reported
After discussion, Crichton moved, seconded by Wingert, that
Councl I remove the requirement of a paved parking lot from the
Special Use Permit as long as erosion and dust are kept under
control. Motion carried unanimously.
(It was noted that I.O.O.F. Is expected to comply with all other
provisions of the Special Use Permit.)
~EPORT OF CLERK ADMINISTRATOR CHARLOTTE MCNIESH
Pickup Truck Specifications and Advertisement for Bids
McNiesh referred Council to memo from Buckly dated 6/6/75, with
at~ached Advertisement for Bids and Specifications for 3/4 ton
pick-up truck with 4-wheel drive.
Wingert moved, seconded by Woodburn, that Counci I authorize
advertisement for bids on June 12th; bid opening on June 26th as
per specifications submitted. Motion carried unanimously. Additional
cost for automatic transmission to be listed In bids.
Federal Revenue Sharin~- Planned Use Report
McNiesh referred Council to memo of 6/6/75 re suggested Items for
Revenue Sharing - Planned Use Report.
After discussion, Feyerelsen moved,that Council declare Its Intentions
re this matter Incorporating the following items:
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Audit & Publishing re Federal Revenue Sharing
Planning Consultant Special Services, I.e.
Zoning Ordinance
Recreation Programs
Summer Playground, Day Camp, etc.
Park Site Improvement
Codify Ordinances
Human Rights Programs
$ 550
2,000
Total
4,600
13,669
5,000
1.155
$26,974
Motion was seconded by Wingert and carried unanimously.
?ummer Playground Leaders
McNlesh referred Counci I to memo from Buddey dated 6/9/75 re
Summer ~jayground staff.
After review, Crichton moved, seconded by Feyereisen, that Council
approve hiring the playground leaders as listed at rates Indicated
In 5/9/75 memo. Motion carried unanimously.
~rnor's Summer Youth Program
McNlesh referred Councl I to her memo of 6/9/750
Af~er discussion, Council authorized McNlesh to proceed with program
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June 9, 1975
pomprehBnslve Plan Review
Council's review of the Comprehensive Plan was resumed, starting
on page 30.
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After discussion of net density, Wingert agreed to work out wording
for Councl I consideration at June 16th meeting.
Council members were requested to submit suggested wording, in the
various u~resolved areas of the Plan, to Wingert at the next Councl I
meeting; at which time the proposed changes wll I be considered by
Coune i I and the maps wi II be rev i awed tor comp II ance with the
approved text.
!.~d j 0 u1:.!l me n t
Crichton moved, seconded by Woodburn, that the meeting adjourn
. at 12:02 a.m. Motion carried unanimously.
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Charlotte McNlesh
Clerk Administrator
Notl~..of Meeting - Next Special Council Meeting will be held on
1-1onday,June 10-;-1975, at the Village Hail at 7:30 p.m.
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