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MINUTES OF REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
Vi Ilage of Arden Hi II s
Monday, Apri I 8, 1974 - 8:00 p.m.
V I I I a ge Ha I I
Ca I I to Order
The meeting was eel led to order by Mayor Crepeau at 8:00 p.m.
Roll Call
Present - Mayor Henry J. Crepeau, Jr., Councilmen Charles Crichton,
James Wingert Stanley Olmen.
Absent - Councilman William Feyereisen.
Also Present - Attorney James Lynden, Parks Director John auckley, Clerk
Administrator Charlotte McNiesh. Deputy Clerk Dorothy Zehm.
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Approval of Minutes
The Minutes of the Regular Counci I Meeting of March 25, 1974, were
approved as amended.
Business from the Floor
None.
REPORT OF VILLAGE ATTORNEY JAMES LYNDEN
Uniform Fire Code
Attorney Lynden referred the Counci I to his letter of April 4, 1974.
Matter was deferred pending Attorney Lynden's review of recent legis-
lation and subsequent recommendations as to procedure.
McDonald Payment Request
Attorney Lynden reported that McDona I d and Associ ates, I nc. Is agresab Ie
to settling the Floral Drive Roadway Repairs matter for the sum of
$1527.50, which Is t of $3455.00 ($1727.50) minus $200.00 for two stub
problems, plus repairing James Circle at Its own expense and without
expense to the VI I lage.
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(C. McNiesh was requested to contact property owner rs re-imbursement
of stub problem, not for~y re-imbursed~~)
Surp-Iys Arsenal Prop-ertv. - Status Report
Lynden reported that he has written to the Commanding Officer at T.e.A.A.
re future disposition of arsenal property, ~p4 ta U. S. Army Engineers
DI strlctlieadquarte,"," I n Omaha; '"e<:n<)nse should "e forthco.l ng.
Case No. 73-50.llndemer -Special Use ?ermit.
Lynden submitted copies of the Lindemer Special Use Permit for Council
consideration.
Attorney Lynden will explore procedure by which to notify approprIate
Ramsey County officials and prospective purchasers of portions of the
consolIdated lot. of the action t&ken by the CouncIl to consolld.te them.
REPORT OF VILLAGE ENGINEER DONALD LUND
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Sealcoating Specificati~
Specifications were referred to Attorney Lynden for his review and
recommendations at the next Councl I meeting.
REPORT OF TREASURER RICHARD O'KELLY
(Absent - report by C. McNieshl
Investments since the last Council meeting:
March 27, 1974 - 5335,000 at First National Bank of St. Paul
for 90 days at 9.40%.
March 29, 1974 - $125.000 at First National Bank of St. Paul
for 90 days at 9.40%.
April I. 1974 - Purchased $35,000 Banks for Cooperatives, in
the open market, for 6 months to yield 8.21%.
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April 8,1974
REPoRT OF COUNCILMAN JAMES WINGERT - Planning and Zoning, Board
of Appeals
Case No. 74-6. Dretfus Irjterstate DeveloplnEJfl-j- Corporation - Varlanf.!!.
for SIC]'l
WIngert referred the Counci I to a model of the proposed sign and ex-
plalnedthat the sign is Intended as a permanent marker for Hunters
Park, to be located on the southwest corner of Harriet Avenue and
Be nton Way.
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WIngert reviewed the Board of Appeals and Planning Commission recom-
mendations, noting that the Board of Appeals, In a spilt decision,
recommends Counci I approval, and the Planning Commission, also In a
spilt decision, recommends denial.
Wingert moved, seconded by Crichton, that the Councl I deny the perma-
nent Hunters Park sign, as requested by Dreyfus Interstate Develop-
ment Corporation, as being contrary to the established character of
residential areas of the Vi I lage of Arden Hills. Motion carried
unanimously.
Case No. 74-39. Bennett Goldberg - Variance for Sign
Wingert described the proposed Red Fox Inn sign as a 7' high x 8' wide
rectangular, plastic, translucent, Internally lit sign, on top of the
existing 15' pylon; sign wll I extend above roof of building and exceed
the maximum 16' sign height by 6'.
Wingert reviewed the Board of Appeals and Planning Commission recom-
mendations to approve the sign as requested.
Wingert moved, seconded by Olmen, that the Councl I approve the request
from Estben, Inc. for a sign for the Red Fo:{ inn, as submitted In the
sign sketch. Motion carried unanimously.
Cas~ No. 72-35, Pemtom, Inc. - Preilmlnarv Plat Ap-l1rov~1 of Sevent!!.
AddltlQn, Townhouse VI I lages of Arden HI lis
Mr. James Hill presented an amended Prellmlmary Plat for Addition
Seven, dated 4-2-74, which Incorporates the parking change and e~larged
radius recommended by the Planning Commission on April 2, 1974, and
also Indicates the expanded distance between two buildings as the re-
sult of the substitution of "F" units Instead of "I" units.
In discussion of the Installation of utilities prior to platting of
Addition 7, It was noted that there appears to be no serIous problem
on. thIs plat, but concern was expressed for the need for procedural
clarification to ascertain that future plats are approved prior to
the Installation of sewer lines and water mains, etc.
Wingert moved, seconded by C"ichton, that the Council approve the
Preliminary Plat for Townhouse Vi I !ages at Arden Hi lis, Seventh
Addition (dated 4-2-74). Motion carried unanimously.
_Prop-osed amended north area - Pemtom, Inc.
Mr. Hill briefly described the proposed plans for the north area of
the Pemtom site.
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For Council reference, approved plans of the overall Pemtom site, the
Special Use Permit, and other supporting documentation was requested
to be available for Council review at the next Council meeting.
Case No. 74-7. Arsenal Property. RezonlnC]
Wingert briefly descrIbed the recommendations to the Council from the
Parks Committee, Village Planner and Planning Commission re zoning
possibilities for the arsenal.
Mr. Buckley outlined on a map the three areas recommended for parks
and open space by the Parks Committee - the eastern Marsden Lake area
(wild life), the western Rice Creek flood plain (canoe trail) and the
mounds area (geological structure and ski hi II I.
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April 8. 1974
After discussion, the matter was referred to the PlannIng Commission
for preparation of alternate zoning plans for the arsenal, Incorpora-
ting Ideas presented, for consideration at a public hearing on May 7,
1974 In conjunction with the Comprehensive Development Plan.
It was suggested that current arsenal zoning be maintained where It is
deemed to be appropriate, only changing those areas which are better
suited to other land use.
Case No. 72-50. ComQrehenslv~ Qevelopment Plan
Wingert reported that a limited number of copies of the proposed Com-
prehensive Plan are available at .the Village oHice for review by
residents prior to the scheduled hearing on May 7th.
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REPORT OF COUNCILMAN STAN OLMEN - Finance
No report.
REPORT OF COUNCILMAN CHARLES CRICHTON - Public Works, Ordinance Review
No report.
REPORT OF COUNCILMAN WILLIAM FEYEREISEN - Parks and Recreation.
Human Rights
(Absent - report by J. Buckley)
SpecIal
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B.
Parks and RecreatiQn Committee Meeting of March 26. 1974:
Arsena I, Property Recommendations - See Councilman WI ngert' s
Report.
SPARC - Buckley reported that the Parks Committee suggests
allocating $75.00 from the Parks Program Budget and the
other $75.00 from General Fund (not budgeted this year).
After discussIon of the budget, Buckley said the Committee
would consider the matter In conjunction with other summer
programs at Its meeting on April 9th.
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McNlesh was requested to determine that legal requirements
have been met re Village support of this type of program
(Including North Suburban Day Activity Center. etc.).
Park Requisition Pr~orlties . Buckley reported that the Parks
Committee recommends that the Village negotiate the purchase
of about t acre of the Moss property for an access to Ingerson
Park; stating that this access Is nscassary to make the park
usable.
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After discussion, Mayor Crepeau offered to talk to Mr. Bergman
re possible acquisition of a portion of his property for access
to the park.
Teen Center Bulldlna - Buckley reported he had talked with
Bud Johansen, and It was determined that thIs building could
be used by both ~he Parks and Public Works Departments for
storage.
Mr. George Larson, f,rden HI lis resident. discussed the pos-
sibility of leasing or purchasing the building for emergency
ambulance service In this area.
Community Garden_~roJesi
Buckley descrIbed a proposed community garden project on Northern States
Power property at the generator station on Old Highway fO (approximately
30 to 40 plots), and on a por~lon of the Joe Bussard property on Old
Highway 10 (approximately 50 to 60 plots).. Ha reported that another
resIdent, Mr. Winiecki, has agreed to plow and dIsc the areas, and it
is proposed by the Parks Committee to rent tha 15' x 20' plots to resi-
dents of the Village for a fee of $2.00-$4.00 tto pay for the plowing
and dlsclng).
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Minutes of Regular Counci I Meeting
Page four
April II, 1974
The Council generally concurred with the project, providing It Is
determined by Police ChIef Sexton that parking wil I not be a problem;
suggesting off-street parking areas, if possible.
(Buckley was requested to discuss the matter with Chief Sexton).
it was noted that off-street parking might be aval lable on N.S.P.
property and on the Village 11ft station property.
REPORT OF MAYOR HENRY J. CREPEAU, JR. - General Government, Public
Safety
... International Union of ORerating Engineers
Mayor Crepeau referred to a letter from I.U.O.E. Area Representative
Boemer, Local 49, requesting to meet and negotiate an agreement for
1975.
A negotiating committee was appointed, consisting of Councilmen Crichton
and Olmen; Attorney Lynden to assist.
Juran and Moody.. Inc. Lette,"
Mayor Crepeau referred the Council to a letter from Juran and Moody,
Inc., requesting to meet with the Counci 1 re Municipal Industrial
Development Revenue Bonds (I.C. Sys'~ems, Inc.).
After discussion, the Counci I requested the Clerk Administrator to
Inquire Into advantages for Arden HI I Is and to request a written reply
to the Counc II .
Public Safet'{ Committee Meeting - AprIl I, 1974:
A. ~.!:. - Mayor Crepeau re'/al"red the Council to a memo from
Chief Sexton re a new moving radar unit which the Public
Safety Committee recommends be purchased for the Arden Hi I Is
Police Department.
After review of the memo and dlscussion, the Council concurred
'~hat the unit would be desirable, and suggested that the Village
rent the unit ona trial basis, for the 3 or 4 months per
agreement; ChIef Sexton to check into the rental agreement re
application of rent to the purchase price and to detarmins
when and I f matching funds wi II again be avai Iable.
B. Do~ Llcenslna - Mayor Crepeau reported that the Committee noted
an increasing dog problem In Arden Hl\ls and suggested that
Lifetime Dog Licensing be considered. The matter was deferred
for Councl I consideration at a tater date.
Liquor Ordlnan~~ Amendment
The proposed Liquor Ordr;ancs amendment re evacuation of establishments
at closing time was referred to Attorney Lynden to prepare an ordinance
amending the Liquor Ordinance..
L3tter of Commendation - Officer Caron
Mayor CI:epeau referred the Council tea memo from Chief Sexton re pol Ice
work performed by Officer Caron.
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The Council concurred with Chief Sexton that Mr. Caron should be commen-
ded for his fine pollee work and Mayor Crepeau offered to write to Mr.
Caron expressing the Councl I's appreciation for a job wet I done.
Land Use Request
Mayor Crepeau referred the Council to an inquiry from Mr. R. Samuelson,
C, G. ReIn Company, re recommended land use for acreage they own adjacent
to Cleveland Avenue, between County Roads D and E and New Brighton Road,
other than single family residences which he says are prohibitive In
cost.
The matter was referred to the Planning Commission for Its recommenda-
tions.
OH~-sale Liquor LicEl.n~
Mayor Crepeau reported that, in another inquiry from R. Samuelson, C. G.
Rein Company, he asks thai. the Coune! I consider providing an Off-sale
Liquor License in the new Arden Center shopping complex when It is
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April 8, 1974
ready for occupancy.
REPORT OF CLERK ADMINISTRATOR CHARLOTTE MCNIESH
ComgleTJon_of ProbaTionary Period - BeTty Sorensen
Mrs. McNiesh reported that Betty Sorensen has completed her 6 month
probationary period, and recommended Council approval of her contInued
employment as a regular ful I-Time employee, effective April 5, 1974.
Crichton moved, seconded by Wingert, that the Council concur with
McNlesh's recommendation. Motion carried unanimously.
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LlcElnse,a
After review of the list of licenses requiring Council approval (attached>,
Crichton moved, seconded by Wingert, that the Councl I approve Issuance
of- all licenses listed, excluding the trailer rental at Arden Center,
which requires a Special Use Permit, and excluding the Antique Shop
at 3300 Johanna Boulevard, pending review re compliance with Special
Use Permit requIJ'ements. Motion carried unanimously.
Federal Revenue ~harinq
McNlesh reported That the Federal Revenue Sharing cheek, in the amount
of $7510, representing the third Quarter of the 4th enTItlement period,
has been received.
B1lmsey CountY., Boar:d Meetl ng,
McNlesh reported that Mr. Bakken, Shorewood Drive resident, attended
a recen t meet I ng 0 f the Ramsey Cou nty Board re flood contro I in the
Lake Johanna area, an.d reporTs,matter ~>~ ~al~b~t~~d~redAbY t~;';~H~
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Mrs. McNlesh was requested to advise Councl I members of time and place
of meeting.
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~lalms qnd Payroll
Crichton moved, seconded by Olmen, that the Councl I approve tha Claims
and Payroll, Including the three claims as listed orally:
McDonald and Associates, L. E. Squires and Commissioner
of Taxation.
Motion carried unanimously. IMcNiesh to hold NSDAC check pending meet-
Ina of lepal requlrements)
A!lIq~r:l1ment
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~QIICE_OF MEETING
The next Regular Council Meeting wll! be held on Monday, April 29,
1974, at the Vi lIage Hall at 8:00 p.m.
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April 5, 1974
LIST OF LICENSE APPLICATIONS REQUIRING SPECIAL APPROVAL
TYPE OF LlC.
Ciqarettes
(noT vended)
Juke Boxes
Ma I t 1I Quors
(off saJes)
Service Stations
Amusements
Retail Sales/
Commercial
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Food
Restaurant
APPROVAL REO.
BUSINESS/ADDRESS/ITEM
Counc i I
Arden Center 3151 Lk. Joh. Blvd.
Hort Enterpri~es (CDC-No. Lex.)
Counc II
P<lllc~'"
Arden fI i II s Club
Big Ten Supper Club
Counc II
Arden Center
Counci I
Arden Hills Standard
Ern Ie's S ke II y
Arden Hills Club-Tennis/Pool Tables
Big Ten-Dance Ha 11-
Counc! I
Pol ice
Council
Pol ice
Sexton-Ant i ques <-
AH Antiques-Antlques~MJ~/,_
Sitzmark-Boat Seles/~T~
Clothing/Equlpmt.(sports)
Hort Enterprises-GIft Shop-CDC---
Schutte -Nursery-
Arden Hills Club-Clothjng~
Carroll 's-Furniture ~
St. Paul Bk. & Stat.-Off.u:e Supp/Eqmt~
Ernie's Skelly-U Haul~
Ar~-ft ~~~~-r~T--flgp ~.~.ul
Counei I
Health Officer
Arden Center (Groceries)
Counc i I
Civil Defense Tr. Center
Bethe I Co II ege
Big Ten