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MINUTES OF REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
Vi II age of ,~rden Hills
~10nday, January 31, 1977- - 7:30 p.m.
Vii I age Ha I I
Call to Ordel-
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, Mayor Crepeau cal led
the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m.
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Present - Mayor Henry J. Crepeau, Jr., Councilmen Robert Woodburn,
Charles Crichton, Ward Hanson, James Wingert.
Absent - None.
Also Present - Attorney James Lynden, Planner Richard Fredlund,
Treasurer Donald Lamb, Public Works Supervisor Hans
Johansen, Clerk Administrator Charlotte McNiesh, Deputy
Clerk Dorothy Zehm.
Approval of Minutes
Hanson moved, seconded by Crichton, that Council approve the Minutes
of the Regul ar Counci I Meeti ng of January iO, 1977, as subml tted, and
the Minutes of the Special Councii Meetings of January 17th and 24th,
1977, as amended. Motion carried unanimously.
BUSINESS FROM THE FLOOR
None.
REPORT OF PUBLIC WORKS SUPERViSOR HANS JOHANSEN
Standby Generator Bids
Johansen referred Councl I to Tabulation of Bids for Standby Electric
Generating Unit, received on 1/28/77, notIng that Engineer Ellison
has reviewed the bids, advising that low bid from Jeffco Power
Systems meets the specifications. Johansen stated that the bid is
about $2,000 over anticipated cost, $9,595 over budgeted costs.
After discussion, matter was referred to the Public Works Committee
for Its recommendations to Counci I at Its February 14th Meeting.
Re b u I I d LI f t S tat Ion No.5
Johansen referred Councl I to his memo of 1/26/77 and reported that
the Public Works Committee recommends that Council authorize
preparation of plans and specifications for the rebuilding of
Sewer Lift Station No.5.
Johansen Indica'ted areas of Village which feed into No.5 Lift;
advised that wires and controls are badly rusted: parts are difficult
to obtain; a non-ratchet driver must be used which does not permit
It to function properly and could cause a "snapped shaft".
After discussion, Woodburn moved, seconded by CrIchton, that Counei
authorize Engineer to prepare plans and specifications for the up-
grading of Lift Station No.5. Motion carried unanimously.
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Replacement of Storm Grates
Johansen reported that the Pubiic Works Committee recommends that
Counc! I authorize the purchase of r,afety storm sewer grates from
Badger Iron Works of Menomonee, Wisconsin; advised that price of
grates Is the same as quoted last year.
Johansen ncted that the 97 old grates to be replaced can be sold
for scrap at Menomonee at about $80/ton.
After discussion, Crichton moved, seconded by Wingert, that Council
authorize Johansen to proceed with the purchase of safety storm sewer
grates from Menomonee, Wisconsin as outlined in memc of 1/26/77.
Motion carried unanimously.
Used High Pressure Sewer Cleaner
,Iohansen referred Counel I to Advertisement for Bids, Specs, Proposal
Form and Contract documents for a Used High Pressure Sewer Cieaner.
Johansen said documents have been approved by Attorney Lynden. Counci I
authorized Johansen to proceed with advertisement for bids as proposed.
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,q nUTes of RllgU I ar Counci I MeeTi ng
Page ~h-io
January 31, 1977
REVIEW OF PROPOSED ZONING ORDINANCE
P-I OJ stri ct
Woodburn moved, seconded by Hanson, that Counci I approve the deletion
of the proposed P-I District; al I areas of proposed P-I to revert to
the district it had been previously. Motion carried (Woodburn,
Crichton"Hanson, Crepeau voting In favor of motion; Wingert
voting in opposition).
Clubs & lodges
Houses of Worship
Institutional Housing
Pub Ii c Uses
School, General Educ.
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land Use Chart (p. 2-4)
Woodburn referred Councl I to a proposed revision of the land Use
Chart (after deletion of the P-I Distric1') proposing the following
uses as permitted, with a Special Use Permit, in Zoning Districts:
R-I R-2 R-3 R-4
S- S- S- S
s S S S
S S S S
S S S S
S S S S
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changes.
District Requirements Chart
Woodburn proposed the fol lowing changes in the District Requirements
Chart (p. 2-5) (after deletion of the P-I District):
R-2 R-3 R-4
3. Minimum Lot Dimensions (feet)
Width at front of bldg. line
Depth
8. Boundary of Zoning District (feet)
120
85
120
120
40
40
After discussion, proposed changes were accepted by Councl I, except
Boundary of Zoning District (feet) in R-4 was retained at 50".
Non-residential Uses In Residential Districts
Crichton suggested that some restrictions be Incorporated In the
ordinance for al I non-residential uses permitted in residential
districts; proposed that all ingress and egress be to major streets
(major or minor arterials); require set back of 50' to 100' for
all structures and hard-surface areas.
Woodburn suggested that these proposed restrictions be limited to
major developments; not to neighborhood churches, day care centers
etc.; burden of proof be placed on the developer to substantiate
that restrictions are not appl(cable.
Aftar discussion, Crichton moved, seconded by Woodburn, thet Councl I
request the Attorney and Planner to draft the appropriate wording
to be Incorporated In the ordinance; requiring certain restrictions
for non-residential uses, permitted In the residential district.
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Wingert suggested that the restrictions Include all the "Perfornlance
Standards" - noise, glare etc., not only traffic (ingress and egress)
and set-back.
ZoninG Map
Crichton suggested that the Zoning Map be amended to reflect the
current zoning map except that:
a) 1-2 replace '~he existing L-I in all locations south of 1-694.
b) 1-2 and R-I replace the existing L-I In the arsenal (as shown
on the Proposed Zoning Map).
c) I-I replace L-I between 1-694 and Highway 96.
d) B-2 replace existing G-B at all locations, and replace R-B
locations south of County Road E between Highway 51 and
Lexlnqton Avenue.
e) 8-1 replace all existing R-8 locations.
fl R'.3 replace existing R-2 at Arden M'3nor.
g) R-3 replace existing R-I at Pemtom.
h) R-3 and R-4 replace e~lstlng R-I at Hunters Park (as shown
on the Propose d Zon i ng ~lap).
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Minutes of Regular Counci I Meeting
Page three
January 31, 1977
It was suggested that al I other Proposed Zoning changes be withheld
pending hearings re the proposed changes; suggested that map, as
amended above, be approved with approval of the ordinance.
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Woodburn noted confusion re the B-1 District; definition and Land
Use Chart are in conflict. Woodburn suggested that the definition
be retained and that the chart be amended to conform to the
definition.
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Councl I concurred with the following amendments to the-B-I District
of the Land Use Chart (in addition to those uses already listed):
B-1
Commercial Recreation
Mortuaries
Me d I ca I C II nics S
Personal Services
Research, Animals
Restaurants
Retai I Sa les
Service Stations ~
Veterinary Clinic & Offices -
Lynden and Fredlund were requested to prepare ordinance amendments
to eliminate apparent ambiguities and confusion re P.U.Ds, Land Use
Chart list, uses which are defined but apparently not permitted
etc. for Council's consl deration at next Council meeting.
Woodburn noted that the intent of the proposed ordinance is to not
requlra a PUD If the development meets the general zoning density,
e.g. townhouses to be permitted without a PUD If density meets
requirements of the district in which they are proposed (R-3 or R-4).
Gara!:!e. Truck
After review of definition (p. 55) Counci I concurred that "Garage,
truck" be added to the Land Use Chart in I~I and 1-2 Districts,
requiring a Special Use Permit.
Day Care Home. Day Care Center. Lodqln!:! House
Council concurred that "Day Care HOme" be added to list of uses
(Land Use Chart) In R-I through R-4 districts, requiring a Special
Use Permit. Counci I concurred that "Day Care Center and Lodging
House be defined but not included as "permitted uses" on the Land
Use Chart at this time. (Lynden to advise re State requirements.)
Zonln!:! Map - Readjustment of District Boundary Lines
Council noted several adjustments to District Boundary lines to be
made on the Proposed amended Zoning Map to correct inaccuracies:
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a) Northerly east/west line of R-2 in southeast corner of map
should be the same as on the existing zoning map.
b) 8-2/1-2 line (between Lexington and Highway 51, north of
County Road E) should be the same as on the existing zoning
map which sepQrates G-B from L-I.
c) 8-2 boundary at llndey's corner should be the same as the
G-B boundary on the existing zoning map.
Driveway Widths (P. 3-13)
Minimum one-way driveway width was changed to 10'.
"flare" Is not included in the width measurement.
It was noted that
Minnesota Department of Transportation - Letter Re Traffic Noise
Council rflferred ietter (1/19/77) and attached map, Indicating
potential and existing problem areas, to Planner Fredlund for his
suggestions as to how the traffic noise situation can be improved;
possibly the establishment of set-back lines etc. In residential
districts bo,ardering major roads.
Definitions
Hanson moved, seconded by Crepeau, that definitions till I and '112
(p. 1-14) be amended as follows:
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Page four
January 31. 1977
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Schools, General Education - Nursery, primary, elementary.
secondary schools. vocational programs that are conducted
In conjunction with a regular secondary program.
Schools, Special Education - Trade. business, barber, beauty,
art, music, dancing. driving and other prOfessional schools,
colleges and universities. junior colleges having an
accredited program as defined by the State of Minnesota.
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After discussion, motion did not carry (Hanson voting in favor of
the motion; Crepeau, Wingert, Crichton, Woodburn voting in opposition).
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Off-Street Parklnq Requirements
Referred to Fredlund to incorporate In the ordinance.
Proposed Zoning Changes
Councl I concurred that consideration of the proposed zoning changes
be deferred to the meeting of February 14th at which time ordinance
changes proposed by Fredlund and Lynden are to be submitted.
REPORT OF CLERK ADMINISTRATOR CHARLOTTE MCNtESH
Cardiac Pacemakers Landscape Performance Bond and Park Dedication
Council was referred to Landscape Plan submitted with Phase II of
the Cardiac Pacemakers Inc. development plans; and to Planner
Fredlund's cost estimate of the proposed landscaping.
After discussion, Wingert moved, seconded by Hanson. that Counci I
set the Landscape Performance Bond at $6,000. Motion carried
unanimously.
(Council noted that It understands that the detal Is of the landscape
pian are not "pinned down" at this time; encouraged Cardiac to pay
special attention to Planner Fredlund's landscape suggestions;
requested Cardiac to submit, in writing. Its Intent as to land-
scaping proposed for Phase II of the development.)
Crichton agreed to neQotlate the Park DedIcation for Phase II with
Cardiac Pacemakers; possible considerations noted were walking tral I
and drainage ponding areas. Council also suggested that Crichton
contact Feyerelsen re previous park dedication negotiations.
Ramsey County LeaQue - Alternate Delenate
Crepeau appointed Councilman Woodburn as Alternate Delegate to the
Ramsey County League.
Wingert moved. seconded by Hanson. that Counci I ratify the appoint-
ment. Motion carried unanimously. .
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Request for Village to Insta II Streets and Uti I I ties - Ednewater
SO'uth Add I t Ion
Mcl'Hesh referred Council to letter from Marlyn and Keith Tramm
(MarOon Homes) requesting VI' lage installation of the street and
uti litles in Edgewater South Addition.
Council tabled Its action pending Preliminary Plat approval.
Request for Work Clothing for Park Personnel
Counel I was referred to the memos from Parks Director Buckley re
clothing requests for Park personnel.
After review of Buckley's memC6 and discussion, matter was deferred
pending clarification of "total" Parks Department clothing requested,
and method of financing.
Lexington Avenue Widening
Counci I was referred to letter from Ramsey County Engineer Deane
Anklan (1/26/77) requesting Council's decision re the proposed
widening of Lexington Avenue from County Road 0 to County Road E.
Wingert moved that Council advise EnQineer Anklan that the Arden Hills
Counel I does not approve the widening of Lexington Avenue to 52'
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between County Road 0 and County Road E; proposed
the best interest of the citizens of Arden Hills.
seconded by Crichton.
J an u ary 3 I, 1977
width Is not In
~\otlon was
In discussion, Hanson expressed concern that he feels the residents
are "over-reacting" to the proposed widening; feels the widening
I.ould be in rhe best interest of the citizens of Arden Hi I Is; In
reality, the long-range plans cal I for Lexington to be a collector
street.
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Mrs. C. Peterson, 1112 Carlton Drl ve, referred Counci I to a news
'article from the Minneapol is Tribune re carbon monoxide fumes;
noting it's the responsibi lity of the Council to protect the welfare
of the c I t I zens.
Crichton said he opposes another north/south corridor In such close
proximity to Snel ling Avenue; better planning should have been done.
Mrs. P. Lindquist, I I II Ingerson, suggested that, in addition to
the objections she had given at previous meetings, she would like
Counci I to "save the trees, if they can't save the people".
Mr. R. Peterson noted the danger of backing from driveways onto
a 4-lane road.
After discussion, motion did not carry (Wingert, Crichton voting
In favor of the motion; Hanson, Woodburn, Crepeau voting in
opposition).
Hanson moved, seconded by Woodburn, that Councl I grants concept
approval of the 52' proposed road widening of Lexin9ton Avenue,
between County Road 0 and County Road E, and authorizes the County
Engineer to proceed with plans and specifications. Motion carried
(Hanson, Woodburn, Crepeau voting In favor of the motion; Wingert,
Crichton voting in opposition).
February Council Meetings
Regular Council Meetings will be held on February 14th and February
28th at 7:30 p.m. at the Vi Ilage Hall.
Rice Creek Watershed District
McNlesh advised that the Rice Creek Watershed District has requested
1'0 use the Vi II age Hall the third Wednesday of each month, as well
as the 2nd and 4th. 3rd Wednesday would be specifically used for
their Long Lake Drainage program studies.
Council authorized Rice Creel( Watershed District's use of the Village
Hall on the three WedneSdays specified; rent for the three nlghtst~:~
for i2 months was set at $300.00. ($25.00/month). ~
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Payroll
Wingert moved, seconded by Crichton, that Council approve the
Payroll as presented. Motion carried unanimously.
Finance Committee Referral
Counci I referred the Antirecession Federal Assistance Fund ($849.00)
to the Finance Committee for its recommendations to Councl I as to
I ts use.
Johansen Vacation
Woodburn moved, seconded by Hanson, that Counci I authorl ze three
days compensatory time off for Johansen. Motion carried unanimously.
Ener~y Conservation
Council discussed the various energy saving procedures that Arden
HI I Is has Instigated, and wil I continue to follow through the
energy crises; requested McNiesh to relay Council's conservation
measures to Governor Perpich.
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Minutes of ReQular Councl I Meeting
Page six '
January 3\, 1977
Ad journment
Wingert moved, seconded by Hanson, that the meeting adjourn at
12:22 a.m. Motion carried unanimously.
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Charlotte McNlesh
Clerk Administrator
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Notice of Meetln~
The next Regular Council Meeting will be held on Monday, February
14,1977, at 7:30 p.m. at the Village Hail.
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