HomeMy WebLinkAbout04-28-25-WS - CANCELLEDMayor: Address:
David Grant 1245 W Highway 96
Arden Hills MN 55112
Councilmembers: --A EN HILLS Phone:
Brenda Holden 651-792-7800
Emily Rousseau City Council Work Session
Tena Monson Agenda Website:
Kurt Weber April 28, 2025 www•cityofardenhills.org
5:30 p.m.
City Hall
City Vision
Arden Hills is a strong community that values its unique environmental setting, strong residential
neighborhoods, vital business community, well -maintained infrastructure, fiscal soundness, and our
long-standing tradition as a desirable City in which to live, work, and play.
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website.
CALL TO ORDER
1. PUBLIC INQUIRIES/INFORMATIONAL
This is an opportunity for citizens to respectfully bring to the Council's attention any
items which are relevant to the City. In addressing the Council, you must first state
your name and address for the record. Comments shall be limited to three (3) minutes
or less. Written documents or other materials should be handed to the City Clerk for
distribution to the Council prior to or during the meeting. Council will generally not
respond at the same meeting where an issue is initially raised by a member of the
public but the Council may refer the issue to staff for further research and possible
report or action at a future Council meeting.
2. RESPONSE TO PUBLIC INQUIRIES
3. AGENDA ITEMS
3.A. Ramsey County Sheriff s Office FLOCK Camera Discussion
Jessica Jagoe, City Administrator
Ramsey County Undersheriff Ramacher
Documents:
MEMO.PDF
ATTACHMENT A.PDF
3.13. Old Snelling Avenue Speed Limit Discussion
David Swearingen, Public Works Director/City Engineer
Documents:
MEMO.PDF
ATTACHMENT A.PDF
ATTACHMENT B.PDF
3.C. Park System Master Plan - Steering Committee
David Swearingen, Public Works Director/City Engineer
Documents:
MEMO.PDF
3.D. Keeping Of Chickens And Ducks Discussion
Jessica Jagoe, City Administrator
Documents:
MEMO.PDF
ATTACHMENT A.PDF
ATTACHMENT B.PDF
3.E. Agenda Planning
Jessica Jagoe, City Administrator
Documents:
MEMO.PDF
ATTACHMENT A.PDF
ATTACHMENT B.PDF
3.F. Rice Creek Commons/TCAAP Discussion
Jessica Jagoe, City Administrator
Documents:
MEMO.PDF
4. COUNCIL/STAFF COMMENTS
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AGENDA ITEM - 3A
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MEMORANDUM
DATE: April 28, 2025
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers
FROM: Jessica Jagoe, City Administrator
SUBJECT: Ramsey County Sheriff's Office Flock Safety Camera Discussion
Budgeted Amount: Actual Amount: Funding Source:
N/A $4,183.80 General Fund
Council Should Consider
Council should review and discuss the proposal by the Ramsey County Sheriff's Office for the
installation of Flock LPR Safety Cameras as a budget amendment in 2025 for the contract cities.
Background
Last November, the Ramsey County Sheriff's Office (RCSO) had a representative from Flock
Safety present to the contract cities on license plate reader (LPR) camera technology that was
being considered for future installation. Since that presentation, the RCSO has been refining the
budget costs, contract terms, and recommended camera locations.
For 2025, the RCSO is proposing to install 19 cameras within the contract cities. Of those, three
(3) would be installed in Arden Hills. Safety camera locations were identified in high traffic
areas/retail areas. The RCSO has stated that this proposal provides good initial coverage and is
representative of patrol allocation. Safety cameras are located on the borders of the contract
cities to provide for maximize coverage. As part of the work session discussion, the Council is
being asked to consider the implementation of safety cameras as a budget amendment for 2025
so that installation could begin mid -summer. Flock contract/lease rates would be prorated for
this year.
Additional information shared by RCSO regarding the LPR cameras:
• Alerts can be set for those license plates on custom hot lists or Amber Alerts.
• Vehicle Fingerprint Technology
o Vehicle characteristics
o Search body type, color, make, top racks, etc.
• Not facial recognition, not tracking speeds, not parking violations.
• Solar Powered Technology
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• State Statute requires users to get rid of data every 60 days. Flock gets rid of data every
30 days.
• Permission from other agencies needs to be given to those who use the Flock system to
view their agency collected LPR data.
• Deputies would be given access to alerts, but not searches. The ability to search will be
initially limited within RCSO to top command leadership for the protection of data.
Accessing the system is audited and there will be a log retained.
• Viewing window of LPR cameras is about 75 feet so there are factors like tree coverage,
width of roadway, etc. that were considered in the selection of locations by RCSO.
With the Flock system there is an installation cost for each camera. The RCSO has stated they
intend to pay for the cost of installation. Then there is an annual lease cost per camera of $3,000
(2025 rate) which would be paid for by the contract cities. They are looking at a 1/2 year
implementation in 2025 of $28,500 for 19 cameras ($57,000 — 2025 full year). For Arden Hills,
the RCSO has identified three (3) camera locations (approx. 16% of the total number of
cameras). Those locations would be Highway 96/Round Lake Road, Highway 96/Lexington
Avenue, and Lexington Avenue/Grey Fox Road. Our prorated cost share for 2025 would be
$4,183.80 or a cost share allocation of 15.79%. Flock cameras would be allocated for costs
based on the allocation formula. RCSO is looking to negotiate a 3-5 year contract for the Flock
camera safety system and lease rates would increase annually up to $3,500 per camera in year
2030. If operational this year, the RCSO would look to include these cameras in their growth
plan and would then build into budgets year after year for the addition of cameras, as shown in
their proposed long-term fiscal planning.
Budget Impact
For 2025, the City would need to approve a budget amendment for our prorated cost share of
$4,183.80, which would be brought back to the Council at a future meeting. These cameras can
be absorbed within the General Fund - Other Services & Charges.
Attachment
Attachment A: RCSO Flock Safety Cameras Proposal
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Attachment A
Ramsey County Sheriff's Office
Contract Law Enforcement & Public Safety Services
Budget Addendum: Flock Safety Cameras
Addendum Overview
This budget addendum is proposed for the 2025 Contract Communities budget for Flock Safety Cameras.
Flock Safety is:
An end -to -end solution that helps to reduce crime
and criminal activity as well as keep communities
safe through the use of license plate reader (LPR)
technology.
Available for use by individuals, businesses, non-
profits, property managers, homeowners'
associations, and government organizations. This
includes public schools, colleges and universities,
retail and shopping areas, healthcare settings, and
law enforcement agencies.
• Able to record license plate data and vehicle characteristics, which can be crucial information in
assisting investigators in solving crimes and enabling deputies to prevent future criminal activity.
• Secure and the data recorded is in compliance with the state data practices law. The data
recorded by law enforcement agencies can only be accessed as authorized by statute for official
use only. Put simply, there are safeguards in place to protect an individual's privacy.
• Already widely used across various organizations, including Anoka County, Anoka, Belle Plaine,
Brooklyn Center, Champlin, Maple Grove, Minnetonka, Mounds View, New Hope, North Oaks,
Orono, Richfield, University of Minnesota, Rogers, Roseville, Woodbury, Stillwater, and the
Ramsey County Sheriff's Office.
Public Safety Impact
If funded, this addendum will help to increase safety with use of LPR technology. More specifically:
• Cameras will be installed in select and strategic high -traffic, high volume areas at fixed locations,
such as commercial areas and major entrances and exits to the Contract Communities (i.e.,
county roads, etc.). The attached map provides location information.
• Coverage will be available 24 hours a day with real-time alerts. Responses to crimes can occur
more quickly and this accelerates investigations
• Examples of use include: (1) identifying a stolen car in real-time and enabling the recovery of the
vehicle and arrest of the thieve; (2) providing notice if a registered sex offender has been in the
area a school; (3) locating a vehicle that may have been involved in a real theft and arresting
suspects; and, (4) reviewing locations of a suspicious vehicle that was called in by a resident (i.e.,
potential burglar observing and studying a property, etc.).
0 Flock is easy to expand and grow based on the ever -changing needs of the community.
Ramsey County Sheriff's Office
Contract Law Enforcement & Public Safety Services
Budget Addendum: Flock Safety Cameras
Minnesota state law requires every law enforcement agency utilizing license plate readers to "arrange for
an independent, biennial audit." This is to ensure compliance with statutory requirements. All data is
managed in accordance with state law and independently audited.
Fiscal Impact
The total of this budget addendum is $41,500, of
which $28,500 is charged to the Contract
Communities. The attached provides financing
details.
• Costs are proposed to be allocated following
the patrol allocation used as part of the
Contract Communities budget.
• In 2025, charges are pro -rated by the vendor
and include a Sheriff's Office contribution for
installation.
• For long term fiscal planning, projected costs include a minimal increase each year and an
anticipated increase in the number of cameras each year starting in 2027.
Approval
A motion was made for approval and recorded as follows:
Community
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AGENDA ITEM - 3B
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MEMORANDUM
DATE: April 28, 2025
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers
Jessica Jagoe, City Administrator
FROM: David Swearingen, P.E. Public Works Director / City Engineer
SUBJECT: Old Snelling Avenue Speed Limit Discussion
Budgeted Amount: Actual Amount: Funding Source:
$9,393.68 (remaining) $400 (estimated signage cost) Street Maintenance Materials
Council Should Consider
Council should consider the current speed limit on Old Snelling Avenue which is posted at the
Citywide Speed Limit of 25-mph.
Background
Minnesota Statute 169.14 Speed Limits, Zones; Radar regulates highway and roadway speeds in
Minnesota. Subdivision 2 sets maximum speed limits on a variety of roads within a Municipality,
such as 10-mph in alleys, 30-mph in urban districts, and 25-mph on residential roadways, if
adopted by the road authority. In August 2019, the Minnesota Legislature changed the Statutes
governing speed limits on city streets. The changes allow cities to establish speed on roads under
the City's jurisdiction, other than the statutory limits, without conducting an engineering and
traffic investigation. Any speed limit changes must be implemented in a consistent and
understandable manner. "The city must erect appropriate signs to display the speed limit. A city
that uses the authority under this subdivision must develop procedures to set speed limits based
on the city's safety, engineering, and traffic analysis. At a minimum, the safety, engineering, and
traffic analysis must consider national urban speed limit guidance and studies, local traffic
crashes, and methods to effectively communicate the change to the public."
On October 24, 2022, and after multiple Work Session discussions that started on May 17, 2021,
the City Council adopted Resolution 2022-049, adopting 25-MPH Speed Limit Sign Plan for
Roadways Under City Jurisdiction (Attachment A & B).
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Discussion
City Staff has received feedback from City Councilmembers and residents that the 25-mph speed
limit is difficult to achieve on Old Snelling Avenue between County Rd E and MN-51. The
inquiry has been made to see if it is possible to increase the speed limit on Old Snelling Ave. to
which the answer is yes it is possible.
The City had installed a speed display sign on Old Snelling Ave. as part of the street
rehabilitation project in 2022. This speed display sign has collected data since it was installed,
below are graphical representations of the data:
Incoming vehicles
Figure No. 1
c= 40 Mph : 416,597 -
(81.06 9/6)
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45 Mph 68,857 -
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60 Mph 969 -
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(0.05 %)
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70 Mph 80 -
(0.02 %)
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75 Mph (and more) : 36 - (0.01 %)
Figure No. 1 represents the number of vehicles traveling southbound, tracked within a specified
mph range along with the percentage of total vehicles.
Figure No. 2
Speed percentiles (incoming)
Figure No. 2 shows a complete representation of all vehicles traveling southbound as they relate
to speed percentile.
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MnDOT standard for street speed evaluation is to set the speed limit to the 85th percentile which
in this case is 41-mph, indicating this roadway should be set at 40-mph based on the data. Other
values to consider is the 501h percentile which is 34-mph and that only 14% of the traffic travels
at the current 25-mph speed limit or lower.
If the City Council wishes to change the speed limit on Old Snelling, the speed limit must be
specified, and Staff will make updates to the current Citywide Speed Limit Map then bring back
the appropriate Resolution at a future regular City Council meeting. No ordinance amendment is
needed, the existing language allows for this flexibility.
Budget Impact
If a new speed limit is decided, Public Works will need to swap three existing signs and install
one new sign along Old Snelling Avenue at an estimated cost of $400.
Attachments
Attachment A — Resolution 2022-049
Attachment B Citywide speed limit map
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-ARPEN HILLS
CITY OF ARDEN HILLS
COUNTY OF RAMSEY
STATE OF MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION NO.2022-049
Attachment A
RESOLUTION ADOPTING 25 MPH SPEED LIMIT SIGN PLAN
FOR ROADWAYS UNDER CITY JURISDICTION
WHEREAS, beginning in 2019 authority was given to cities to adopt a reduced speed limit
of 25 mph on residential roadways under city jurisdiction per Minnesota Statute 169.14; and
WHEREAS, speed limit changes are to be implemented in a consistent and understandable
manner, develop procedures to set limits, consider national guidance and studies and effectively
communicate the change, and
WHEREAS, the City of Arden Hills studied streets under the City's jurisdiction,
developed a map of city streets and speed limits, determined the appropriateness of a speed limit
change, discussed and communicated speed limit changes effectively, and in public settings, and
WHEREAS, the City of Arden Hills, as a safe, sustainable and walkable community,
understands that lowering speed limits will provide for safer streets and reduce the likelihood of
death or life- changing injuries; and
WHEREAS, the City of Arden Hills developed a city-wide map showing streets where the
25 MPH speed limits will be in effect, and approximate speed limit sign locations.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED the City Council of the City of Arden Hills
accept the City of Arden Hills 25 MPH Speed Limit Sign Plan showing a reduced speed limit for
city jurisdiction roadways of 25 mph, with the intent of amending the City Ordinance to establish
the city-wide 25 MPH speed limit, with an effective date of February 1, 2023.
ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARDEN HILLS THIS
24TH DAY OF OCTOBER, 2022.
David Grant, Mayor
ATTEST:
Julie Hanson, City Clerk
To view the final document, access adopted Resolutions via Arden Hills Public Laserfiche Weblink by visiting
cityofardenhills.org and clicking on Archived Documents under Helpful Links on our main webpage.
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AGENDA ITEM - 3C
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HILLS
MEMORANDUM
DATE: April 28, 2025
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers
Jessica Jagoe, City Administrator
FROM: David Swearingen, P.E. Public Works Director / City Engineer
SUBJECT: Park System Master Plan — Steering Committee
Budgeted Amount: Actual Amount: Funding Source:
N/A N/A N/A
Council Should Consider
Council should consider which Councilmember to include in the Steering Committee for the
Parks System Master Plan.
Background/Discussion
On April 14, 2025 the City Council approved professional services with Bolton & Menk to
conduct the Parks System Master Plan. Part of the planning process includes a Steering
Committee consisting of 2-3 City Staff, 2 Councilmembers and 2 PTRC members.
On April 15, 2025, the PTRC chose 2 members for the Steering Committee, Kate Olson and
Nikhath Ahmed.
For City Staff, the Parks & Recreation Manager and Recreation Supervisor will attend all
Steering Committee meetings and the PW Director/City Engineer, Assistant PW Director and
PW Superintendent will attend as -needed depending on topics of discussion.
This discussion is for Council to decide the 2 Councilmembers for the Steering Committee.
Budget Impact
N/A
Attachments
N/A
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AGENDA ITEM - 3D
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-ADEN HILLS
MEMORANDUM
DATE: April 28, 2025
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers
FROM: Jessica Jagoe, City Administrator
SUBJECT: Keeping of Chickens and Ducks Discussion
Budgeted Amount: Actual Amount: Funding Source:
N/A N/A N/A
Council Should Consider
Council should review Ordinance 2021-008 and provide direction to Staff on the keeping of
chickens and/or ducks.
Background
At the April 141h work session, the City Council requested that the ordinance for the keeping of
chickens as well as the topic of ducks be brought to the next work session for discussion.
Between 2020 — 2021, the City Council discussed the keeping of chickens in Arden Hills. In
preparing the draft ordinance language, the City conducted a survey in November 2020 and
referred to the document that is used by a number of adjacent communities titled
"Recommendations for Municipal Regulation of Urban Chickens" (Attachment B). This
document guided the language for development of ordinance standards and best practices for
licensing requirements. On September 27, 2021, the City adopted Ordinance 2021-008
(Attachment A) for the Keeping of Chickens.
In August 2023, Council direction was given to add to the agenda planning list for future
discussion the potential keep of ducks.
Budget Impact
N/A
Attachment
Attachment A: Ordinance 2021-008
Attachment B: Municipal Regulation of Urban Chickens
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Attachment A
ORDINANCE NO.2021- 008
CITY OF ARDEN HILLS
COUNTY OF RAMSEY
STATE OF MINNESOTA
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 4,
ANIMALS AND PETS, SECTIONS 400 and 410; AND CHAPTER 1325,
ZONING CODE, SECTION 1325 OF THE ARDEN HILLS CITY CODE
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARDEN HILLS, MINNESOTA, ORDAINS:
SECTION 1. Chapter 4 — Animals and Pets, Section 400 — General Provisions,
Subsection 400.01, Definitions is hereby amended as follows:
Section 400 — General Provisions
400.01 Definitions.
The following definitions shall be used in the application and interpretation of the provisions of
this chapter:
Animal. Any non -human mammal, reptile, amphibian, or bird.
Animal Control Officer. An individual or employee of a business retained by the City
for purposes of enforcing the provisions of this Chapter; or a member of the City's law
enforcement agency.
• Animal, Domestic. Animals kept within the home as pets, such as fish, dogs, cats,
household bird, and similar animals.
• Animal, Non -Domestic. Animals which are kept outside the home for purposes of food or
pleasure such as cattle, hogs, horses, bees, sheep, goats, chickens, birds, such as falcons and
pigeons, and similar animals.
• Animal, Wild. Any animal which is of a species not usually domesticated and of a
species which, due to size, wild nature or other characteristics, is dangerous to humans and
would ordinarily be confined in a zoo or found in the wild. The term includes but is not limited
to:
• Animals and birds, the keeping of which is licensed by the state or federal government,
such as wolves, raptors, and pheasants.
• Eagles, ocelots, jaguars, cougars, weasels, wild ferrets, badgers, monkeys, chimpanzee,
deer, and bison.
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• Crossbreeds of wild animals and domesticated animals such as the cross between dogs
and coyotes and dogs and wolves.
• Any large cat of the family Felidae, such as lions, tigers, jaguars, leopards, cougars and
ocelots, except commonly accepted domesticated house cats.
• Any member of the family Canidae, such as wolves, coyotes, dingoes, and jackals,
except domesticated dogs.
Any poisonous snake such as a rattlesnake, coral snake, water moccasin, puff adder, or
cobra.
• Any snake or reptile which by its size, vicious nature or other characteristic is dangerous
to human beings.
• Any skunk, raccoon, or fox whether captured in the wild, domestically raised, descented
or not descented, vaccinated against rabies or not vaccinated against rabies.
Any bear, ape, gorilla, monkey, or badger.
Any other animal or reptile which is commonly considered wild.
At Large. An unattended animal on public property; or an unattended animal on private
property without the consent of the property owner.
Cat. Any domesticated feline animal, male or female, whole or neutered.
Coop. An accessory structure for the keeping or housing of chickens permitted by the
ordinance.
Dangerous Dog. Any dog that has committed any of the acts set forth below:
Without provocation, inflicted substantial bodily harm on a human being on public or
private property;
Killed a domestic animal without provocation; or
A potentially dangerous dog which aggressively bites, attacks, or endangers the safety of
humans or domestic animals.
Dog. Any canine animal, male or female, whole or neutered.
Enclosure. Any structure, except a dwelling, designed to securely enclose and prevent an
animal from escaping therefrom.
• Proper Enclosure. Proper Enclosure means securely confined indoors or in a securely
enclosed and locked pen or structure suitable to prevent the animal from escaping and providing
protection from the elements for the animal. A Proper Enclosure does not include a porch, patio,
or any part of a house, garage or other structure that would allow the animal to exit of its
volition, or any house or structure in which windows are open or in which door or window
screens are the only obstacles that prevent the dog from exiting.
• Exercise yard. Is a larger fenced area adjacent to chicken coop and pen that provides
space for exercise and foraging for the birds when supervised.
Hen. Is a female chicken.
Owner. Any person, firm, or corporation, organization or department possessing,
harboring, keeping, having an interest in or having custody or control of an animal.
• Pen. A fully enclosed and covered area attached to a coop where the chickens can roam
unsupervised.
Potentially Dangerous Dog. Any dog that has committed any of the acts set forth below:
When unprovoked, bites a human or domestic animal;
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• When unprovoked, chases or approaches a person upon the streets, sidewalks or any
other public property in an apparent attitude of attack; or
• Has a known propensity, tendency, or disposition to attack unprovoked, causing injury or
otherwise threatening the safety of humans or domestic animals.
• Restrained. On a leash of not more than six (6) feet in length or on a leash which can be
retracted to a length of six (6) feet or less, and in the custody of a person of sufficient age to
adequately control the animal; in a vehicle; or confined to the owner's property by enclosure or
fencing.
Rooster. Is a male chicken.
Substantial Bodily Harm. Bodily injury which involves a temporary but substantial
disfigurement, or which causes a temporary but substantial loss or impairment of the function of
any bodily member or organ, or which causes a fracture of any bodily member.
SECTION 2. Chapter 4 — Animals and Pets, Section 410 — Licenses, Subsection 410.01,
Licenses Required, is hereby amended as follows:
410.00 - Licenses
410.01 License Required.
The following animal licenses shall be required within the City of Arden Hills.
Subd. 1 Dog/Cat Licenses. All dogs and cats within the City of Arden Hills, except as
hereinafter provided, shall be licensed.
A. Application. Within thirty (30) days after acquiring possession of a dog or cat which has
not been licensed by the City of Arden Hills, the owner of the dog or cat shall make application
for a dog or cat license. The application shall be on forms provided by the City of Arden Hills.
B. Vaccination. It shall be unlawful for any dog or cat owner to keep or maintain any dog
or cat older than six (6) months of age unless it shall have been vaccinated with an anti -rabies
vaccine certified to be effective by a licensed veterinarian. No license renewal shall be issued
except upon compliance with this section.
C. License Fee. The license fee for each dog or cat must be submitted with the
application. The fee will be established by City Council Resolution.
D. Duration of License. A license shall be issued for a period of time not to exceed the
expiration date of the rabies vaccination. No dog or cat license shall be renewed without proof
of vaccination.
E. Issuance of License. Upon completion of the application form, receipt of the license fee
and receipt of the proof of vaccination, the City Administrator shall cause a dog or cat license to
be issued to the applicant for a particular dog or cat.
F. Receipt and Tags. The City of Arden Hills shall issue a license fee receipt to the
applicant along with a metallic dog or cat license tag. The applicant shall permanently affix the
tag by a metal fastening device to the collar of the licensed animal in a manner that allows the
tag to be easily observed. If a tag is lost, a duplicate may be issued by the City of Arden Hills
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upon presentation of a receipt showing payment of the initial license fee and upon payment of an
additional fee for each duplicate tag.
G. Change of Address. An applicant who has obtained a dog or cat license shall notify the
City of the applicant's address changes within the corporate limits of the City within ten (10)
days of any address change.
H. Counterfeit Tags. No person shall counterfeit or attempt to counterfeit dog or cat license
tags.
I. Transfer of Tags. No person shall transfer a dog or cat tag from one dog or cat to another.
J. Exceptions. The following dogs and cats are not required to be licensed:
1. Dogs and cats less than six (6) months of age.
2. Dogs and cats whose owners are temporary visitors within the City for thirty (30)
days or less.
3. Dogs and cats which are brought into the City for appearance in an animal show.
4. Dogs being used by law enforcement officers
Subd. 2 Wild Animal Licenses.
A. General Prohibition. All wild animals except the following are prohibited within the
City of Arden Hills:
1. Wild animals brought into the City for entertainment, exhibition or show purposes
by persons keeping wild animals for a public zoo.
2. Wild animals which are part of a permanent display sponsored by a bona fide
research institution, a veterinary hospital, public zoo or other institution.
3. Nonpoisonous snakes, birds kept indoors, hamsters, mice, rabbits, gerbils, white rats,
guinea pigs, chinchillas, or lizards and similar small animals capable of being kept in cages
continuously.
4. Monkeys trained as personal helpers and kept by handicapped persons.
5. Raptors owned by licensed Falconers holding valid state and federal Falconry
permits so long as the conditions of such permits are being satisfied.
6. Wild animals and birds that are part of the natural habitat and environment.
B. License Application. Applications for a Wild Animal License shall be submitted on
forms provided by the City along with a Certificate of Insurance which indicates that applicant
has $200,000 of liability coverage on the Wild Animal and which includes an endorsement
indicating that the liability coverage will not be cancelled without twenty (20) days written
notice to the City of Arden Hills.
C. Investigation. The Animal Control Officer shall review the application, conduct such
investigation as the Animal Control Officer deems necessary, and shall prepare a written
recommendation regarding the issuance of a Wild Animal License. The City Administrator shall
within ten (10) days mail a notice to all property owners within 350 feet of the site on which the
Wild Animal will be kept. The notice shall indicate that the City has received an application for
a Wild Animal License and shall request comments from such property owners.
D. Review. The City Council shall review the application, the Animal Control Officer's
recommendations, and the comments from property owners. The City Council may issue a Wild
Animal License if it determines that the application is in compliance with the City's regulations.
The City Council may attach any reasonable conditions to the issuance of a license as it
determines to be necessary in order to protect the health, safety, and welfare of Arden Hills
residents.
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E. Existing Wild Animals. Anyone keeping a Wild Animal in Arden Hills at the time of the
adoption of this regulation shall have ninety (90) days in which to comply with the provisions of
this regulation or otherwise remove the Wild Animal from the City. Extensions beyond ninety
(90) days may be granted by the City Council for good cause but in no case shall such extension
permanently exempt a person from the requirements of this regulation.
F. Wild Animal Restrictions.
1. Confinement. No person owning or harboring or having the care or custody of a
wild animal shall suffer or permit such animal to go unconfined on the premises of such
person. A wild animal is "unconfined" as the term is used in this section if such animal is not
securely confined indoors or confined in a secure enclosure suitably sized for the wild animal is
confined therein. An "enclosure" is secure within the meaning of this section if it is constructed
of heave gauge mesh steel, or other suitable material; consists of a top and sides, with the bottom
of such sides fastened along their perimeter to a slab floor of concrete or other suitable material;
where no slab floor is provided, the sides must be embedded into the ground no less than one
foot; all access points of the enclosure must be locked when the animal is confined therein. The
Animal control officer may seize a wild animal that has been declared dangerous that is
unconfined.
2. Muzzling. No person owning or harboring, or having the care of a wild animal shall
suffer or permit such animal to go beyond the premises of such person unless such animal is
securely muzzled and restrained with a chain not exceeding three (3) feet in length, and having a
tensile strength sufficient to restrain the animal. Wild animals which are actively participating in
recognized local, regional or national trials, training or other such sponsored competition, need
not to be muzzled while being transported to or from during such competitions.
3. Summary Destruction. Any person harboring or owning a wild animal that is found
to be in violation of the City's Animal Control Regulations may be summarily destroyed.
Subd. 3 Chickens License. All chickens within the City of Arden Hills, except as hereinafter
provided, shall be licensed.
A. Application. Within thirty (30) days after acquiring possession of a chicken which has
not been licensed by the City of Arden Hills, the owner of the chicken(s) shall make application
for a chickens license. The application shall be on forms provided by the City of Arden Hills. If
the Applicant is a renter, the Property Owner signature shall be required on the license
application form.
B. Neighbor Consent. The Applicant shall be responsible for providing notification to the
neighbors immediately adjacent to the property of their intent to keep chickens. This notification
will be distributed in the format provided by the City. Neighbor written responses will be
returned to the City. Neighbor consent from all of the immediately adjacent properties is
required for issuance of the license. The failure of a neighboring Property Owner to respond
does not constitute consent.
C. License Fee. The license fee for each chicken must be submitted with the
application. The fee will be established by City Council Resolution.
D. Duration of License. A two year license shall be issued.
E. Issuance of License. Upon completion of the application form and receipt of the license
fee, the City Administrator shall cause a chicken license to be issued to the applicant subject to:
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(1) Leg banding of all chickens is required. The bands must identify the owner and
the owner's address and telephone number.
(2) Dead chickens must be disposed of according to the Minnesota Board of Animal
Health rules which require chicken carcasses to be disposed of as soon as possible
after death, usually within forty-eight (48) to seventy-two (72) hours. Legal forms
of chicken carcass disposal include burial, off -site incineration or rendering, or
composting.
(3) Prior to issuance of a license, the prospective annual license holder certifies as part
of the application review that they have read "Recommendations for Municipal
Regulations for Urban Chickens".
F. The following are prohibited within the City of Arden Hills for chickens:
(1) Roosters are prohibited.
(2) No breeding of chickens is allowed.
(3) Slaughtering of chickens on the property is prohibited.
SECTION 3. Chapter 13 — Zoning Code, Section 1325 — General Regulations,
Subsection 1325.07, Performance Standards, is hereby amended as follows:
1325.00 — General Regulations
1325.07 Performance Standards.
Subd.l Maintenance.
A. Health and Safety. In all districts, all buildings and structures, including fences and
required landscaping, shall be maintained so as not to be unsightly or present harmful health or
safety conditions.
B. Snow Removal. In all districts, it shall be the responsibility of the residential and/or
business land owner to insure proper snow removal from the sidewalks within twenty-four (24)
hours after the last accumulation of two (2) inches or more.
Subd.2 Refuse.
A. Containment. In all districts, any waste materials, debris, refuse or garbage shall be
stored and kept in accordance with the requirements of Section 660.05 of the City Municipal
Code, as the same may be amended from time to time.
B. Noxious Weeds and Objectionable Plant Growth. Land shall be kept free of noxious
weeds and unsightly or objectionable plant growth of eight (8) inches or more in height.
C. Home Interiors. Home interiors shall be kept in a clean and sanitary condition free of
any accumulation of rubbish and garbage in compliance with State Health Regulations.
D. Compliance Deadline. Existing uses shall comply with these provisions within thirty
(30) days following the effective date of this Code.
Subd. 3 Exterior Storage.
A. Residential Districts.
1. Materials and Equipment. All materials and equipment shall be stored within a
building or be fully screened so as not to be visible from adjoining lots, except for the following:
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Laundry drying and recreational equipment, construction and landscaping materials currently
(within a period of twelve (12) months) being used on the premises; agricultural materials and
equipment if these are used or intended for use on the premises; off-street parking of passenger
cars and pickup trucks.
2. Boats, Trailers and Utility Vehicles. Exterior storage of boats, trailers and utility
vehicles is not permitted in any residential district, except as regulated in Section 1325.12.
B. Business and Industrial Districts.
1. Screening. All exterior storage in the business and industrial districts shall be
screened from public view, except materials and equipment currently being used for on -site
construction.
2. Parking. Vehicles, including but not limited to cars, trucks, buses and RV's parked
and/or stored in public view for more than a period of seven (7) days shall be prohibited unless
allowed by the permitted business or industrial use, except as regulated in Section 1325.12.
Subd. 4 Electrical and Radiation Emissions. No activities shall be permitted that emit
dangerous radioactivity beyond an enclosed area. There shall be no electrical disturbance
adversely affecting the operation at any point of any equipment other than that of the creator of
such disturbances.
Subd. 5 Environmental Pollution. Emission or creation of noise, odors, vibrations, glare,
dust, smoke, heat and toxic or noxious fumes shall conform to such standards as are from time to
time established by the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency. None of these shall be at a level
that is objectionable to surrounding properties.
Subd.6 Animals.
A. Location for Buildings Housing Farm Animals. Any building in which farm animals are
kept shall be located a distance of two hundred (200) feet or more from any lot line. Any
open structure in which farm animals are kept shall be a distance of four hundred (400)
feet or more from any lot line., except for chicken coops in the R-1, R-2, and R-3 Districts
provided the following requirements are met:
(1) No more than three (3) hens shall be housed or kept on any one (1) residential lot
with the issuance of a City license.
(2) A separate coop is required to house the chickens. Coops must be constructed and
maintained to meet the following minimum
a. A coop with a minimum of 12 square feet and no larger than 25 square feet is
permitted as an accessory structure subject to Section 1325.01. Subd. 4 A. for
Size.
b. Exemption to Ordinance - A residential property with a detached garage and an
accessory structure/shed will be allowed a third accessory structure for keeping
chickens. The combined square footage of all three detached structures may not
exceed 728 square feet.
c. Located in the rear yard. Chicken Coop, pen, and exercise yard are not permitted
in the front or side yard.
d. Setbacks are subject to applicable accessory structure setbacks of the underlying
zoning district. In no instance shall the coop be located in front of the rear
building line of the principal structure.
e. The outer limit of coop including pen and exercise yard shall be located closer to
the principal dwelling upon the property that is issued a license than any other
residential dwelling on an abutting property.
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f. Climate control — adequate ventilation and/or insulation to maintain the coop
temperature between 45 — 85 degrees Fahrenheit. Prior to issuance of an
annual license, the prospective annual license holder must provide a plan for
maintaining an adequate temperature in the coop for safety of the fowl or
poultry. The plan must address both extreme winter and summer
temperature conditions.
g. Rodent proof — coop construction and materials must be adequate to
prevent access by rodents.
h. Coops shall be constructed and maintained in a workmanlike manner.
(3) A pen and exercise yard is required. Pen and exercise yard must be constructed and
maintained to meet the following minimum standard:
a. The pen and exercise yard is located adjacent to the coop and shall be fenced
with adequate coverage to keep hens in and predators out of a material that can
be easily raked or regularly replaced to reduce odor and flies.
b. Minimum size per bird shall be:
i. Pen — 10 square feet of floor space
ii. Exercise yard - 174 square feet
(4) Screening shall be installed around the perimeter of the area dedicated for the
keeping of chickens in a manner that minimizes view from adjacent parcels. A
screening plan shall be approved as part of license application subject to any
additional permit requirements for installation. Acceptable forms of screening are a
six (6) foot tall solid fence or vegetation that shall consist of plantings which shall
provide for year round screening and installed at a minimum of six (6) feet tall.
(5) Chickens must not be housed in a residential house or an attached or detached
garage.
(6) All premises on which hens are kept or maintained shall be kept clean from filth,
garbage, and any substances which attract rodents. The coop and its surrounding
must be cleaned frequently enough to control odor. Manure shall not be allowed to
accumulate in a way that causes an unsanitary condition or causes odors detectible
on another property. Failure to comply with these conditions may result in the
officer removing chickens from the premises or revoking a chicken license.
(7) All grain and food stored for the use of the hens on a premise with a chicken
license shall be kept in a rodent proof container.
(8) Hens, coop, pen, and exercise yard shall not be kept in such a manner as to
constitute a nuisance to the occupants of adjacent property.
(9) Any violation of the above conditions, (i.e. roaming chickens, uncontrolled
odor), if not remedied within 10 days, may result in revocation of the
homeowner's license.
(10) If the license holder discontinues having chickens, the homeowner shall
have 60 days to remove the coop, pen, and exercise yard associated with the
keeping of chickens in its entirety. If the coop was licensed as an allowed
third accessory structure for chickens, the coop/third structure must be
removed and cannot be repurposed for a storage structure. If the
homeowner/license holder fails to perform either of the above, the City may
enter upon the subject property, remove the coop, pen, and exercise yard
from the homeowner's property, and charge the amount back to the
homeowner as an assessment on the property tax roll.
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B. Number of Animals Allowed. Up to four (4) domestic animals, excluding birds and fish,
are permitted in any dwelling unit, but without a residential dog kennel license not more than
two (2) may be dogs. Up to three (3) dogs are allowed with a residential dog kennel license. Dog
enclosures may be located only in a rear yard in all zoning districts.
C. Animals for Research. Animals for research may be kept in appropriate places by
conditional use permit.
D. Wild Animals. Wild animals are not permitted in any district.
Subd. 7 Site Grading.
A. Erosion Prevention. Earth surfaces shall be planted or stabilized to prevent erosion.
B. Drainage onto Neighboring Property. Finished slopes and grades shall not cause adverse
drainage effects on adjoining properties.
SECTION 4. This Ordinance shall become effective immediately upon its passage and
publication according to law.
PASSED and ADOPTED this 27th day of September, 2021, by the City Council of the City
of Arden Hills, Minnesota.
CITY OF ARDEN HILLS
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David Grant, Mayor
ATTEST:
Juli 01anson, City Clerk
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Attachment B
RECOMMENDATIONS FOR MUNICIPAL
REGULATION OF URBAN CHICKENS
For distribution to public and permit applicants
SUMMARY OF RECOMMENDATIONS (page 2)
BASIC CHICKEN CARE INSTRUCTIONS (page 3-9)
REQUIREMENTS FOR KEEPING CHICKENS (page 10)
Mary Britton Clouse
Chicken Run Rescue
2014
Endorsed by
Chicken Run Rescue
Eastern Shore Sanctuary and Education Center
Farm Sanctuary
The Humane Society of the United States
Sunnyskies Bird and Animal Sanctuary
United Poultry Concerns
Woodstock Farm Animal Sanctuary
Used by
Minneapolis, MN
St. Paul, MN
Cottage Grove, MN
Stillwater, MN
Falcon Heights, MN
chicken run rescue.org Page 1 9/14/15
OVERVIEW OF RECOMMENDATIONS
• Do not permit
If permitted:
• Permit as pets only
• Do NOT prohibit roosters
• Prohibit slaughter, breeding, sale or barter
• Limit number of birds to 5 or fewer
• Require 100% consent of neighbors
• WRITTEN guidelines for care
• Cap number of permits
• Allot for additional administrative staff and resources
• Allot for enforcement and capture training
chicken runrescue.orq Page 2 9/14/15
BASIC CHICKEN CARE INSTRUCTIONS
CONSIDERATIONS BEFORE ACQUIRING A CHICKEN
lifespan
- Chickens can live as long as a dog or cat- up to 14 years or longer.
- Egg laying for a hen generally starts at 6 months old, peaks at 18 months and declines with
development of reproductive disease.
cost
- Start Up costs for coop, maintenance, tools, cleaning, equipment, heating / cooling appliances, dishes,
nets, food storage, scale, fencing, security locks, lighting, motion detectors, monitors, cameras, permit
application ($2-3,000)
- Annual supplies per bird for food, bedding, nutritional supplements, hygiene supplies, permit fee,
utilities ($300)
- Vet care per bird per service (office exam $66, fecal test $28, plus other services as needed for illness
or injury). Are you able to provide the birds with proper veterinary care needed?
time
- Average 1 hour per bird per day minimum for cleaning, parasite control, grooming, physical exam,
travel time to purchase supplies, construction, repair, medication, feeding, supervise free time out of
pen.
- Chickens need to be tended to twice daily. Will you have a person ready to substitute for you when you
have reason to be absent?
space
At least a 6'W x 121 x 6'H space in a yard is needed for a coop and pen for 4 birds in addition to a larger
fenced area for regular exercise.
location
Coop and pen should be located in an area that provides shade, direct sunlight, good drainage and
protection from prevailing winds and will not present a problem to neighbors.
uninvited guests
Chickens will attract bird mites and lice, mice, yard birds, squirrels, raccoons, dogs, coyotes, fox, mink,
opossum, rats, owls, bobcats, hawks, snakes, weasels, ferrets, fisher, marten and humans.
ACQUIRING A CHICKEN
ADOPTION OR PURCHASE/BREEDING?
The recent interest in having chickens has overwhelmed animal rescue organizations with inquiries from
people wanting to give up chickens who are no longer wanted. Like all other animals surrendered to
shelters, rescue organizations cannot help them all. There are never enough homes for displaced
animals so adoption of birds who need homes is always the kindest choice instead of purchase from a
breeder or hatchery.
adoption- By adopting from a rescue organization or a private individual, you can know what to expect
with regard to the bird's health, sex, behavior and personality. Reputable rescue organizations can
provide advice on selecting the right bird, care information and generally have a generous return policy
to insure that bird will be happy, compatible and well cared for.
purchase/breeding- The identification of the sex of chicks by feed stores, breeders and hatcheries is
often wrong and not apparent until the bird is 6 months old. 50% of the chicks hatched are roosters who
are killed or otherwise discarded of as waste. Newborn chicks shipped through the postal service are
deprived of their mothers, warmth and food. The younger the bird the more fragile and difficult they are
to care for.
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HEALTHY BIRD CHECKLIST
Eyes: clear, clean, wide open, alert
Face / comb / wattle: clean, soft, blemish free, healthy deep red indicating good blood supply, (some
faces are not red)
Posture: head erect, good balance, stand or perch on both feet on extended legs, good grip on perch,
facing activity
Odor: none or slightly fermented hay
Beak / nostrils: clean, uniform, shiny and solid
Legs / feet: clean, shiny, uniform scales and nails, foot bottom soft and blemish free, legs and toes
straight and functional
Feathers; clean, bright, shiny, smooth or fluffy, free of mites or lice
Wings: held close to body, symmetrical, smooth movement in joints when flexed, flight feathers intact
Skin: clean, soft, pale pink and translucent (some breeds have bare red patches at shoulders and keel),
free of mites or lice
Droppings: 70% odorless green/ white, firm, 30% stinky brown pasty (cecal), watery if stressed
Keel (sternum): Straight, good muscle mass on either side, lump free
Crop (on bird's right side of lower neck): full, contents of consumed food easily palpated
Vent: petite, clean, moist, soft, pliant
Respiration: 12-37 per min., inspiration louder and shorter than expiration, minimal chest movement,
closed beak
NUMBER OF BIRDS
Calculating available space, time, and cost (see above) will dictate how many birds can be properly cared
fo r:
coop: 4 sq. feet of floor space minimum per bird for the interior (an area 2 ft. x 2 ft. per bird)
pen: 10 sq. ft of floor space minimum per bird (an area 3 ft. x 3.3 ft per bird)
range/ exercise yard: 174 sq. ft per bird (an area about 10 ft. x 17 ft per bird)
A single chicken is a sad chicken. Plan to have at least 2- they are flock animals and need the
companionship of other chickens. Generally, 3-5 compatible chickens can be well maintained in a
typical city environment. Individual bird's sex, age and temperament can affect compatibility. Over
crowding chickens is the most common mistake. Hens should outnumber roosters. Sometimes single
birds can thrive with a human friend if they have special needs. Roosters, single or in pairs, are very
sociable and can make terrific companions if handled gently and often.
HANDLING & RESTRAINT
Never handle a chicken by wings, feet or legs. Herd bird to corner using slow deliberate movement.
Fast= predator, slow = less threat. Place hands over top part of wings (shoulders) and hold securely but
do not squeeze. Pick up and hold under arm to keep wings in place. Support feet with other hand if bird
will tolerate. To restrain for transport or examination, drape a towel over shoulders cape style and wrap
around body.
TRANSPORTATION
Consider travel time and avoid extreme weather conditions. Heat exhaustion can develop quickly,
interior car temps can reach fatal point 10 minutes. Medium sized hard pet carriers work well for
security, safety, stress. Line with a towel, shredded paper or straw. Food is a good stress reducer. Offer
wet food like greens or cucumber for long trips.
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ARRIVAL
If other birds are already present, a 2 week quarantine in a separate area is recommended to watch for
signs of illness and parasites. Avoid noisy, high traffic areas and allow the bird to acclimate before
introducing to other birds, animals and family.
PROVIDING A GOOD HOME
NATURAL HISTORY
It is important to understand how chickens live in the wild and to provide them with an environment
that meets those instinctive physical and psychological needs as closely as possible. Chickens are all
descended from Tropical Jungle Fowl are adapted to living in a natural habitat that is spacious, richly
vegetated, diverse and warm. This presents a particular challenge in a small urban setting in a cold
climate like Minnesota.
Flocks have a highly developed social structure and depend on each for companionship and security.
Naturalists have observed that they can recognize and remember 180 other individual flock members.
They are ground dwelling birds. Most are capable of low flight in short distances, smaller birds can fly
higher and farther.
In the wild they roost in trees at dusk before they sleep or to escape predators. They hide their nests in
cavities in the ground. The majority of their waking hours are spent active, wide ranging, grazing,
foraging for food- plants, bugs and occasionally small rodents. In their natural state. They typically travel
1/2 mile from their roost each day. In the wild, they are never over crowded- if the population becomes
to dense, members will break off into subgroups and spread out. They move on from one area to
another which allows food sources to regenerate and their waste is not concentrated in one place and it
can decompose without health risk to the flock.
Roosters alert the flock to danger, find food and call the hens to it and stand guard as they eat. They
select and build nests and will even participate in caring for the young. They also act as peace keepers to
intervene in disputes that can develop between flock members. Roosters will start to crow and display
courting behaviors at about 6 months of age. It is essential to gently handle a rooster on a daily basis to
establish that you are the flock leader (Alpha) and maintain a well socialized companion.
The hens spend their time scratching for food, dust bathing, preening, playing and napping. Hens begin
to lay eggs at about 6 months of age. Hen in the wild produce only a few clutches of eggs a year for the
sole purpose of reproduction. Domesticated hens have been bred to lay one egg a day but by 18 month
of age, egg laying frequency generally diminishes and many adult or senior hens stop laying altogether.
Chickens are sociable, cheerful and intelligent creatures who can form lifelong bonds with each other
and other species including humans, dogs and cats. Because of their keen intelligence and instinctive
physical activity, they need a stimulating environment that mimics as much as possible the rich and
diverse world nature designed them to enjoy.
COOP, PEN, RANGE/ EXERCISE YARD
"Housing and infrastructure. The primary purpose of poultry housing is to protect flocks against adverse
weather and predators (coyote, fox, stray dogs, raccoons and raptors). Weather is of critical concern in
the Upper Midwest, where summers can be extremely hot and winters bitterly cold. Housing must
provide shade from sun and cover from rain. It must be able to withstand high winds and snow loads if it
is to be used for year-round operation. These basic housing considerations apply to all poultry"
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-"Poultry Your Way: A Guide to Management Alternatives for the Upper Midwest", Minnesota
Department of Agriculture, 2005
COOP: The house, closed structure or enclosed room which provides shelter from cold, heat, wind, rain,
snow and predators for protected roosting, nesting, feeding and watering space.
Construction & Materials — Coops can be purchased ready made or in kits, constructed within an
existing structure or built from scratch. Local building codes should be followed to prevent damage from
snow, wind, etc. NOTE: rabbit hutches, plastic igloos, dog houses and such are not appropriate
structures.
Required features:
size: 4 sq. feet of floor space minimum is required per bird for the interior (an area 2 ft. x 2 ft. per bird).
So 4 birds will need a coop with at least 4 feet x 4 feet inside floor space not including nest boxes.
Outside dimensions should be about 5 feet by 5 feet x 6 ft. high. Overcrowding is the most common
cause of behavior problems, injury and disease. Coop should be high enough for a human to stand up
comfortably for cleaning, maintenance and egg collection. It also allows for additional roosting.
Temperament and social structures should be taken into account, and partitions should be available for
birds who are sick, injured or lower in the pecking order.
access to electricity is required in free standing structures.
floor — The floor should not collect and hold moisture, be easy to clean, retain heat in cold weather and
exclude rodents/predators. A dirt floor draws heat away and is not easy to clean or rodents/predators
proof. A wood floor is adequate provided it is at least a foot off the ground, insulated and sealed
properly but is difficult to sanitize because it is porous. a concrete floor is ideal since it discourages
rodents/predators and ids easy to sanitize. Regardless of the floor type, bedding strewn on the surface is
needed is to absorb moist fecal matter and facilitate cleaning. Leaves or wood shavings work best and
can be composted or easily bagged and disposed of as solid waste.
walls- Materials that are resistant to moisture and mold and easily cleaned are best. Chemically treated
materials should be nontoxic. A good compound with anti fungal agents is good for humid areas. Clear
varnish is also good. Everything should be treated or painted before it is assembled. Wooden structures
should be draft free and built with double walls that have at least 1 1/2 inch insulated layer between
them.
roof: The coop roof should be made of a material that will not collect and hold heat and should be built
with double walls that have at least 1 1/2 inch insulated layer between them. The roof surfaced should
be covered with an insulating tar paper to protect from heavy rains. The roof should be slightly inclined,
to allow water to run off and if it overhangs at the front wall it will protect from downpours. A few small
openings along the eaves allow moisture to escape and provide fresh air.
doors: One human -size door is needed for daily access. Doors for chickens should be just large enough
for the largest bird and can be positioned anywhere from ground level to about 2 feet high with a stable
ramp with cleats. Chickens are ground dwellers, not parrots -small doors at heights greater than 3 feet
with flimsy, unstable ladders are not appropriate. Doors must be able to be secured against predators at
night.
windows: Chickens love windows and need natural light. Double glaze for warmth. Cover with 1/2"
metal screen so they can be opened for ventilation in hot weather. Allow one square foot of window for
each 10 square foot of floor space.
roosts: Lumber or branches can be used. They should be strong enough and mounted securely enough
to hold all birds. The surface should be rough for good grip with no splinters or sharp edges. For medium
sized birds, 2" or 4 " flat or 1 1/2" diameter is best for foot comfort. The longer roost the better to
prevent competition. They should be set 18" from wall, 2 -3 feet off the floor. If mounted higher, rung
steps are needed spaced 8-12 inches apart. The addition of a dropping board underneath and elevated
roost will collect droppings and keep floor space below clean and inhabitable.
climate: Shelters should be kept at a comfortable temperature for the animals. "Minimum Temperature
55°(f) , maximum temperature 70°(F)"
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-"Poultry Your Way: A Guide to Management Alternatives for the Upper Midwest", Minnesota
Department of Agriculture, 2005
The coop should be heated to maintain a temperature above 32 degrees during the coldest part of the
winter and cooled below 85 in the hottest part of the summer.
Below 32 degrees birds are uncomfortable and cannot maintain body temperature. Below 15 degrees
frostbite begins, and hypothermia increases. Oil or water filled safety heaters (i.e. brands Pelonis,
DeLonghi, Honeywell) are completely closed and sealed systems that run on electricity. The oil is heated
from within and the heat is radiant so there are no exposed heating elements that create dangerous
problems even if they tip over. Heat lamps should only be used with extreme caution and be firmly
attached at least 3 feet from animals and far from any flammable item, especially dry straw or bedding.
Smoke alarms are highly recommended. Extra bedding should be available to keep animals warm and
comfortable in cold seasons.
Between 75 and 85 degrees, panting and dehydration begin, above 85 heat stress and danger of heat
prostration increases.
ventilation- Doors, windows and vents near the ceiling supply oxygen, remove heat from breathing,
remove moisture from breath and droppings, harmful gasses and dust particles, and dilute disease
causing airborne organisms. Fans should be provided for hottest weather.
light: Natural light from windows and/or skylights is required. Can be supplemented with full spectrum
incandescent light to follow normal seasonal light cycles and for cleaning and maintenance. The
minimum light intensity you should provide should be enough to clearly see the hens feed when
standing over the feeder.
feeders: Food receptacles should be made of non -corrosive material that is easily cleaned minimizes
spillage, prevents contamination with droppings and keeps food dry. The containers should be large
enough for all the birds to comfortably eat at once or numerous enough to prevent competition or
intimidation. Large heavy rubber feed buckets work nicely. Hanging dishes or feeders work as well and
should be hung at about the level of the bird's back. If dishes are outside the coop, they should be set
under an overhang to keep them dry when it rains.
waterers: Water receptacles should be made of non -corrosive material that can be cleaned and
disinfected with a solution of chlorine bleach, prevent contamination with droppings and is spill and leak
proof. The containers should be large enough for all the birds to comfortably drink at once and hold
enough water for all birds for an entire day. They should be slightly positioned higher than the feeder or
far enough away to prevent contamination with food.
nestboxes- One nest box for every 3 hens. A 12"W x 12"D x 14"H is most versatile. Chickens prefer
wooden nest boxes with covered opening for privacy placed on or as low to the floor as possible. If set
higher they require a perch in front of the opening. They should be filled with 2-4 inches of straw. litter
or grass. They prefer to nest in the South East corner of the structure whenever possible.
PEN: The fenced area surrounding the coop that provides secure access to exercise, sunlight, earth and
vegetation and is freely available to the birds when they are unsupervised. It is constructed to prevent
the bird's escape and prevents entry by intruders/predators.
Construction & Materials — Kennel pens can be purchased ready made or in kits, or built from scratch.
Local building codes should be followed to prevent damage from snow, wind, etc. Temperament and
social structures of flock should be taken into account, and partitions should be available for birds who
are sick, injured or lower in the pecking order.
Required features:
size: 10 sq. ft of floor space minimum per bird (an area 3 ft. x 3.3 ft per bird) is required so 4 birds will
need floor space of at least 6 feet x 7 feet. If the coop is adjacent to the pen at least a 6 x 12 foot space
in a yard is needed. If the coop is elevated 2 feet so the chickens can use the space underneath, the
coop and pen can occupy some but not all of the same footprint. If most of the pen is in deep shade all
of the time it would be conducive to unhealthy bacteria and fungal development. The pen should be
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high enough for you to stand up comfortably for cleaning, maintenance, capture and also allows for
additional roosting.
substrate- Choose a well drained area. Substrate material for the pen should be clean, non -toxic,
biodegradable, readily available, inexpensive and replaceable. Since it will become compacted from little
feet and contaminated by concentrated droppings and parasites, it will need to be raked out and
replaced frequently to reduce odor and fly activity. Play sand, leaves, municipal wood chips, sod and
hard wearing ground cover work well.
metal fencing / predator control: The type of fencing depends on what the most likely predators are in
your area. Dogs, rats, raccoons, hawks and coyotes are the most prevalent in city neighborhoods, but
others include fox, mink, opossum, bobcats, snakes, weasels, ferrets, fisher and marten. Its best to build
the strongest deterrents possible. Chain link panels or welded or woven fencing on a sturdy frame
reinforced at the bottom with small mesh metal wire that prevents predators from tunneling under the
fence will discourage most intruders. Regular inspection is key to security.
gate: A gate is needed for easy human access.
cover: Pen should be covered to keep birds in and predators out. The type of covering needed will
depend on the type of predators. Covering part of the pen with a roof such as corrugated fiberglass can
provide shade and rain shelter.
windbreak: Providing a wind and snow break will give the birds a protected area to be outdoors even in
winter.
shade: Shade must be available and can be provided by vegetation or strategically placed materials.
dustbath: Taking a dust bath is the closest thing to heaven for a chicken. They derive pleasure and
contentment by bathing in the sun and in loose dry soil depressions in the dirt which cleans their
feathers and rids them of parasites. Birds will usually dig their own hole for dust baths. Keep the soil in
the dust bath loose and add play sand if it is a heavy clay soil. Adding a little poultry dust, diatomaceous
earth or wood ash increases the effectiveness of parasite control. Large heavy rubber feed buckets filled
with play sand are a welcome addition to the indoor coop in the winter.
enrichment furnishings: There is nothing sadder than a barren pen when compared to the rich jungle
environment chickens evolved in. Lots of large branches, stumps or platforms provide places to go and
things to do and look natural and attractive in the pen. Include bushes, boxes or other objects to sit in or
hide behind. Plant kale or other safe, edible vegetation around the outside of the pen for forage.
Overcrowding, boredom and barren pens are the most common cause of behavior problems.
RANGE/ EXERCISE YARD: The larger fenced area like a backyard that provides ample space for safe
exercise, forage, sunlight, earth and vegetation that is regularly available to the birds when supervised.
For regular exercise, 174 sq. ft per bird (an area about 10 ft. x 17 ft per bird) is required. 4 birds will need
access to a 40 ft. x 70 ft. fenced area in the yard. If there is no access to a larger Range/ exercise yard,
16 sq. ft. of floor space minimum per bird (an area 4 ft. x 4 ft per bird) in the pen must be provided.
fencing: 6 ft privacy fencing prevents or to discourage uninvited human and animal visitors. and
promotes the safety and security of the birds and neighbors.
nontoxic plants: Chickens are inquisitive and voracious eaters of vegetation and many ornamental
garden plants can be toxic to them . Learn which of your plants might be harmful and fence them off or
better yet replace them with safe and nutritious plants.
security: Chickens are susceptible to theft, vandalism and predators and need to be securely shut in the
coop at night. Security cameras, lights and baby monitors are also highly recommended deterrents.
PROVIDING GOOD CARE
FOOD / WATER
Fresh food and water are required daily and should be available at all times. Hay, grain and prepared
feed should be fresh- less than one year old and free of mold, insects or other contaminants. Daily
intake should include: 60 % nutritionally balanced prepared feed appropriate for age of bird, 20%
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scratch (cracked corn, oats, black oil sunflower seeds, milo, barley) 20% fresh (nutritious foods and table
scraps- Caution toxic: onion, avocados, chocolate) Supplements: oyster shell or limestone for calcium,
granite grit for digestion,
mineral salt or ground salt licks. Chickens drink 1-2 cups of water a day.
Feed should be stored in rodent proof containers in a cool dry area inaccessible to animals. Stored
feedbags should be rotated to ensure that feed is always fresh. Food that is uneaten or spilled should be
removed from animal enclosures daily.
SOCIAL NEEDS Temperament and social structures of animals should be taken into account, and
separate areas provided for incompatible birds.
VET CARE
Locate a veterinary clinic nearby that will see chickens before one is needed. preferably one that
specializes in avian care. Chickens are welcome in increasing numbers of city clinics. Check vet
backgrounds at http://www.vetmed.state.mn.us/Default.aspx?tabid=803
Have an isolation area or roomy carrier and heating pad for sick or injured birds. Critical/emergency first
aid supplies should be kept including roll gauze, gauze pads, tape, vet wrap, blood stop powder,
antibiotic ointment, antibacterial scrub and solution, and bandage scissors.
SANITATION- Manure and wet bedding should be removed from coop and animal feeding and lounging
areas daily. Thorough, complete cleaning of walls and perches, removal of all bedding, and disinfecting
of coop and furnishings should be done at least once a year. Keeping shelter areas clean and dry will
help prevent bacteria, fungi, insects, rodents, etc. Rodent levels will be minimized by keeping all feed in
rodent proof containers and removing spilled or uneaten food promptly. Litter can be double bagged
and disposed of as solid waste or composted but must be done in an area where chickens will not
scratch for at least a year.
Housing animals in spacious, clean and relatively dust free environments will keep them healthy and will
minimize human exposure to infectious disease.
Sources:
Poultry Your Way: A Guide to Management Alternatives for the Upper Midwest, Minnesota Department of
Agriculture, 2005
Standards of Care for Chickens, Adapted from Standards of Care for Farmed Animals , The Association Of
Sanctuaries (TAOS). Edited by Chicken Run Rescue. 6/2008, revised 4/7/09
Poultry Housing Considerations for Low Input Small Scale Producers, David Sullenberger, TimeWarrior Farm
Chronicle Special Reports, Revision E, Fall, 2003
Building Chicken Coops: Storey Country Wisdom Bulletin A-224, Gail Damerow, 1999
Chicken Health Handbook, Gail Damerow, 1994
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REQUIREMENTS FOR KEEPING CHICKENS
The Permit for keeping chickens and other domestic fowl is contingent on your meeting responsibilities
to your neighbors and the birds. Our department so often sees animals in inappropriate settings. Before
going further, please read the enclosed CHICKEN CARE SHEET. Consider the commitment needed with
regard to the lifespan, cost, time, space , location, and other consequences of caring for chickens. Next,
consider the kind of impact they may have on your neighborhood. You must provide sufficient control so
that their presence will not disturb neighbors with property damage, activity, noise, odor or trespass.
You must keep your property clean and maintained in a manner that prevents insect and rodent
infestations. Finally, consider the birds themselves. Are you willing to assume a long term commitment
to them? They must be provided with food, water shelter and veterinary care. They also need kindness
and personal attention.
COOP: The house, closed structure or enclosed room which provides shelter from cold, heat,
wind, rain, snow and predators for protected roosting, nesting, feeding and watering space.
size: 4 sq. feet interior floor space minimum per bird (an area 2 ft. x 2 ft. per bird).
access to electricity
floor: wood- 1 ft. off the ground, insulated / sealed or concrete
bedding: clean, absorbent, nontoxic, biodegradable and replaceable material
walls: varnished, treated or painted draft free double walls 1 1/2 inch insulation
roof: will not collect / hold heat, min. 1-1/2 inch insulation, insulating tar paper, inclined, vents
doors: 1 human -size, 1 bird door 0-2 ft. high, stable ramp, secure latch
windows: 1 square foot of window per 10 square foot of floor space
roosts: 1 1/2 diameter or greater, 18" from wall, 2 -3 feet off the floor.
climate control: heater, fan, ventilation to maintain temperature 32' min.- 85' max. F
light: full spectrum, windows and/or skylights, incandescent light or other to follow normal seasonal
light cycles.
feeders/ waterers: non corrosive, clean, size and number sufficient, accessible for all birds
nestboxes-1 per 3 hens, bedding
PEN: The fenced area surrounding the coop that provides secure access to exercise, sunlight,
earth and vegetation and is freely available to the birds when they are unsupervised. It is constructed to
prevent the bird's escape and prevents entry by intruders/predators.
size: 10 sq. ft of floor space minimum per bird (an area 3 ft. x 3.3 ft per bird)
substrate: well drained area; clean, nontoxic, biodegradable and replaceable matter
metal fencing and gate / predator control: sufficient to keep birds in/predators out
cover: sufficient to keep birds in/predators out
windbreak, shade, dustbath, enrichment furnishings (ie. branches, stumps or platforms bushes, boxes)
RANGE/ EXERCISE YARD: The larger fenced area like a backyard that provides ample space for
safe exercise, forage, sunlight, earth and vegetation that is regularly available to the birds when
supervised.
size: 174 sq. ft per bird (an area about 10 ft. x 17 ft per bird)
If no access to a larger Range/ Exercise Yard, pen must provide 16 sq. ft. of floor space minimum per bird
(an area 4 ft. x 4 ft per bird)
fencing: 6 ft privacy fencing
FOOD / WATER: Fresh food and water daily, calcium supplement, grit, stored in rodent proof
containers, uneaten / spilled removed daily.
SOCIAL: separate areas provided for incompatible birds.
VET CARE: designated veterinary clinic, isolation area
SANITATION- manure/wet bedding removed daily; clean / disinfect coop and furnishings
annually. Soiled litter double bagged for solid waste or composted in an area inaccessible to chickens for
at least a year.
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AGENDA ITEM - 3E
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-AII��EN_ HILLS
MEMORANDUM
DATE: April 28, 2025
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers
FROM: Jessica Jagoe, City Administrator
SUBJECT: Agenda Planning
Budgeted Amount: Actual Amount: Funding Source:
N/A N/A N/A
Council Should Consider
Council should discuss its next Work Session agenda.
Background
Per Council's adopted policy on agenda setting, please find the proposed agenda below for the
upcoming meeting.
May 121h Work Session
• Karth Lake Improvement District Pumping Operations Discussion
• PW Design Manual Lighting and Trees
• Old Highway 10 Funding Discussion
• Zoning Ordinance Update
• RCC/TCAAP Discussion (not time sensitive)
• Agenda Planning (time sensitive)
May 271h Work Session
• 751h Anniversary Planning Committee
• Twin Cities Gateway Funding Discussion
• RCC/TCAAP Discussion
• City Council Norms of Behavior Discussion
• Door to Door Solicitations
• To Be Determined
• Agenda Planning (time sensitive)
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Attachment A is the list of topics that have yet to be discussed by Council and the 2025 ranking
of priority topics as distributed to the Council at the January 13th Work Session. Staff will begin
to work the higher priority items into upcoming Work Sessions sooner while putting the lower
priority items to later discussions. Please note, this does not reflect all items at Work Sessions as
Staff will have necessary items for discussion, such as, budget discussions, concept plan reviews,
or Public Works projects that need timely direction. Council may want to discuss if any items
need to be added to this list for future discussion or assign a future meeting for some of these
items. This would need to be done by a majority consensus of Council.
Below is a running list of things Staff brings forward to Work Session annually, in recent years,
we have shifted away from bringing some items forward unless needed, such as, the Pavement
Management Update from Public Works. Note, these timelines may shift year to year. Most
items discussed at Work Sessions are one-off items that may require multiple meetings but are
usually not reoccurring.
• January
o Legislative priorities
• February
o None
• March
o
Initial guidance on next year's Public Works projects
• April
o
None
• May
o
None
• June
o
Follow up on next year's Public Works projects
• July
o
Capital improvement planning
• August
o
Operating budgets
• September
o
Operating budget and levy discussion
• October
o
State of the City (if planned for early following year)
• November
o
City-wide budget and fee schedule
o
Follow up on next year's Public Works projects
• December
o
Committee and commission appointments
Budget Impact
N/A
AttnehmPnt
Attachment A: Council Priorities
Attachment B: Agenda Setting Policy
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2025 Agenda Planning List
Attachment A
Topic for Consideration
75th Anniversary Discussion Planning
Likely Responsible Dept.
Admin
Total
14
Average
2.8
Short-term Rental Ordinance
CD/Admin
13
2.6
Rental Licensing Program
CD/Admin
13
2.6
Code of Conduct
Admin
13
2.6
Encroachment Discussion (2025)
PW
13
2.6
Trail Prioritization (Lake Jo Blvd versus old Hwy 10)
PW/Fin
12
2.4
Committee/Commission Liaison Role Policy
Admin
12
2.4
MNTWC
CD/Admin
11
2.2
Committee/Commission Goal Setting
Admin
10
2
Volunteer Recognition (to Personnel first)
Admin
10
2
Committee/Commission Membership
Admin
10
2
EDA Membership Discussion
CD/Admin
10
2
Building Materials Update/Discussion
CD
10
2
Keeping of Ducks and Review Chicken Ordinance
CD/Admin
10
2
Buy Nothing Day/Clean Up Day
Admin
10
2
Adopt a Park Discussion
PW
10
2
Speed Limit Old Snelling
PW
9
1.8
Garbage Collection (MV Presentation?)
Admin
9
1.8
Climate Action Plan
Admin
8
1.6
Door to Door Group Affiliation/Information With City
Admin
8
1.6
Energy audit
Admin
7
1.4
Porta potties
PW
7
1.4
Community Survey
Admin
7
1.4
Proclamation Policy
Admin
7
1.4
Door to Door Solicitations
Admin
7
1.4
TV Fleet Analysis
PW
6
1.2
Approved Policy Discussion
jAdmin
6
1.2
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January - March Meeting Schedule
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Attachment B
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"ENILLS
CITY OF ARDEN HILLS
Agenda Setting Policy
The purpose of this policy is to establish a method for agenda setting that allows for Council to
review and have control over its agendas and decide as a Council how it wants items for
consideration to be brought forward.
For regular worksession agendas:
• Prior to concluding each regularly scheduled worksession, the City Council shall review
its next regularly scheduled worksession agenda and direct Staff on any changes.
• Should an individual Councilmember want to raise an item for discussion at the next
meeting or in the future, they would do so during this review period. The item would
need at least one other Councilmember to agree to having the item considered for future
discussion, and then Council, by majority, would direct to have it placed on a future
agenda or not.
Staff will have flexibility to add or remove items to the worksession as needed to
maintain operational efficacy.
For regular City Council meeting agendas:
• Agendas will be largely Staff driven based on approvals needed for normal operations.
• Items coming from the City Council shall first be discussed at a worksession and can
direct Staff at said worksession to bring items forward for formal approval if needed.
• In rare instances, if a Councilmember brings forward an item that needs approval prior to
going to a worksession, they may request the City Administrator add the item to the
agenda. The City Administrator shall have the discretion to determine if the issue should
be added or not, but Councilmembers will make every effort to having the item first
discussed at a worksession.
Special meetings and emergency meetings:
• Special meetings and emergency meetings may still be called at the discretion of the
Mayor or any two Councilmembers, and the members calling the meeting shall set the
agenda.
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-fiRQEN HILLS
MEMORANDUM
DATE: April28, 2025
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers
FROM: Jessica Jagoe, City Administrator
SUBJECT: Rice Creek Commons/TCAAP Discussion
Budgeted Amount:
N/A
For Council Consideration
Actual Amount:
N/A
AGENDA ITEM - 3F
Funding Source:
N/A
Council will have the opportunity to comment on any TCAAP related items they so choose.
Background
N/A
Budget Impact
N/A
Attachment
N/A
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