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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCC 07-26-1976 . MINUTES OF REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING Vl Ilage of Arden Hi lis Monday, July 26, 1976 - 7:30 p.m. V I I I age Ha II Call to Order Pursuant to due call and notice thereof Mayor Crepeau called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. . Roll Call Present - Mayor Henry J. Crepeau, Jr., Councilmen William Feyerelsen, James Wingert, Charles Crichton, Robert Woodburn. Absent - None. Also Present - Treasurer Donald Lamb, Public Works Supervisor Hans Johansen, Parks Director John Buckley, BuIlding Inspector Larry Squires, Clerk AdminIstrator Charlotte McNlesh, Deputy Clerk Dorothy Zehm. Approval of Minutes Wingert moved, seconded by Feyerelsen, that Council approve the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of July 12, 1976, as submitted. Motion carried unanimously. Business from the Floor None. REPORT OF PUBLIC WORKS SUPERVISOR BUD JOHANSEN State AId Road Designation Johansen referred Council to his memo of 7-21-76 re the Public Works Committee's recommendation to delete Harriet Avenue as a state aid road and to designate Frontage Road (south of Highway 96 and east of 35 W) to 14th Street N.E. and 14th Street extended In a southeast direction (parallel to 1-694) to connect with Old Highway 10, (totals 1.33 miles; entitled to 1.62 miles). After discussion, Crichton offered to work on an alternate proposal to possibly cover the additional .29 mIles of dedication, for CouncIl's c'ons I derat I on. (Johansen was requested to notify Council of date designation must be submitted.) Blacktop Roller Council reviewed Johansen's memo re proposed purchase of used blacktop roller. After discussion, Feyerelsen moved, seconded by Wingert, that Council authorize the purchase of the used blacktop roller at price quoted ($600 plus parts). Motion carried unanimously. REPORT OF VILLAGE TREASURER DONALD LAMB . Investments July 22, 1976 invested $180,000 8 6.20% for one year. Crichton moved, seconded by Feyerelsen, that Council ratify the In- vestment as reported. Mot I on carr I ed unan I mous'l y. HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION PROFilE OF HOUSING IN ARDEN HilLS Dorothy 'Sulllvan and-Mary'AifeTsman presented the Human-RTghts Commission Profile of Housing In Arden Hills (May, 1976) to Council for Its con- sideration and comments. Dorothy Sullivan stated that the report Is intended to be up-dated periodically; suggested that next census would be a good tIme for next up-date. Mrs. Sullivan noted that a list of sources and methods used to obtain Information will be added to the report. Mary Adelsman stated that Income figures (p.18) were obtained from Minnesota Department of Economic Development; cost of living and wages. have increased since 1970, but figures are not available for all work categories; figures available and reported are for manufacturing only. , -1- . . Minutes of Regular Councl I Meeting Page two . July 26, 1976 SullIvan saId it Is proposed that copies of the report be given to each Planning Commission member for reference; asked Council to write ques- tions It may have when reviewIng the report, and send them to the Human Rights CommIssion. REPORT OF VILLAGE PARKS DIRECTOR JOHN BUCKLEY A uatlc Weed Removal Lake Johanna Buckley reported tha the arks and Recreation Committee recommends that Councl I not particIpate In the Lake Johanna Aquatic Weed Removal because It does not affect all VIllage residents; therefore, Committee does not recommend the expend I ture.. Diseased Tree Removal Report Buckley Introduced Mark Peterson, Village Tree Inspector, who reported the status of the diseased tree removal program In Arden HI lis; stated residents have been very cooperative In removing their diseased trees within the 20-day time limit; City contractor Is doing a very good Job, but has a back-log because of the numerous trees to be removed; estlma~ ted that about 50% of his tree removal has been completed; very satis- fied with the progress. Peterson advised that he will Immediately start his second survey upon completion of first survey; will extend Into October, at least, before completed for this year. When asked about suggested changes for next.year's program, Peterson suggested that perhaps two Inspectors be appointed because of the anticipated Increase In number of diseased elms; possibly have a vapam craw start mid-June or early July; have not had time for much vapaming this year. Peterson noted that oak wilt Is a controllable disease, but, to date, only known control of dutch elm Is to eliminate the Infected trees. (McNlesh was requested to inquire re Diseased Tree Removal Program with- In arsenal grounds.) Grant-In-aid Program - Residential Property Tree Removal Subsidy Buckley referred Council to Grant-In-Aid Application and Request for Payment forms, and to his memo to Crichton (7/16/76) attached to Buckley's memo of 7/23/76. After discussion, Council took no action to go Into the program this year. It was suggested that matter be discussed when considering budget for 1977. Site Improvement Plans for Hazelnut and Floral Parks Buckley presented site Improvement plans for Hazelnut and Fioral Parks for Counc iI's app rova I . Crichton noted that nine (9) park plans have now been presented to Coun- cl I for consIderation; suggested that Councl I defer action on these plans, and review all nine plans at a meeting when Buckley will be In attendance, probably the middle of August. Council concurred. Buckley stated that most park work re these plans Is anticipated In 1977; may proceed to spray for polson Ivy etc. this year. Access to Floral Park Feyerelsen advised Counci I of a pedestrian access to Floral Park from Indian Oaks Trail, over a 5' easement (not recorded) along the west of lot 16, Block I, Indian Oaks Addition; easement was obtained when lot was spilt (Case No. 75-8); present owner agreed verbally to pedestrian access across the western edge of his lot to Floral Park (Lot A), (Council Minutes of 4/21/75). Annual Progress Report for 1975-1976 Buckley referred Council to the Arden Hills Parks and Recreation Depart- ment Annual Progress Report for 1975-1976 for Its review. Council deferred discussion of report and phllosopy of parks program to an August Council meeting. -2- Minutes of Regular Councl I Meeting Page th ree Ju 1'1 26, 1976 REPORT OF BUILDING INSPECTOR LARRY SQUIRES Deputy Building Inspector Squires referred Council to his memo of 7/23/76 re appointment of Deputy Building Inspector. After discussion, Mayor Crepeau appointed Gunnar Pettersen as Deputy Building Inspector to assume Squires duties during his absence for vacation, illness etc. Woodburn moved, seconded by Feyerelsen, that Council ratify the Mayor's appointment of Gunnar Pettersen as Deputy Building Inspector. Motion carried unanimously. . OTHER BUSINESS Resolution No. 76-33, Resolution Providing for Hearing on the Proposed Assessment for Indian Oaks 2 Addition Improvement Woodburn moved, seconded by Crichton, that Council adopt Resolution No. 76-33, RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR HEARING ON THE PROPOSED ASSESSMENT FOR INDIAN OAKS 2 ADD!TION IMPROVEMENT. Motion carried (Woodburn, Crichton, Crepeau, Wingert voting in favor of the motion; Feyerelsen abstaining) . Resolution No. 76-34 - Abatement of Taxes Against Hazelnut Park Crichton moved, seconded by Wingert, that Council adopt Resolution No. 76-34, RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING CLERK ADMINISTRATOR TO EXECUTE AND FILE APPLICATION FOR ABATEMENT OF REAL ESTATE TAXES DUE IN 1976 AGAINST HAZELNUT PARK. Motion carried unanimously. Little Crow Addition Marcus Schmidt and Marlyn Tramm (MarOon Homes), owners of Little Crow Addition, requested that the City install street, sewer and water to the plat, costs to be assessed to the benefitted lots. Schmidt noted that he owns lot I which is served by utilities from County Road E; concurs with Mr. Tramm's application for road and uti lity construction by the City. After discussion, Feyerelsen moved, seconded by Crichton, that Council adopt Resolution No. 76-35, RESOLUTION ORDERING FEASIBILITY STUDY FOR SEWER, WATER AND STREET CONSTRUCTION IN LITTLE CROW ADDITION. Motion carried unanimously. (It was noted that application inCludes request to Install bituminous, Instead of concrete, curb. Engineer was requested to address this question also.) Letter from Town Crier Editor - July 20, 1976 Council was referred to letter from Town Crier Editor Jan Hollenhorst. After discussion, Feyerelsen moved, seconded by Wingert, that Council authorize reimbursement of $233.75 for actual hours worked. Motion carried unanimously. (It was noted by Council that actual hours be reported henceforth; consideration be given to 10 Issues/year, combining issues during slack times.) . Proposed Land Owner Letter Council was referred to re-wrlte of proposed letter to landowners of residentially zoned properties in Arden Hills. After review, letter was approved as amended, and McNlesh was authorized to send letter to owners of undeveloped residential land as listed; letter to be signed by Mayor and Council. Ordinance No. 193 Council discussed enforcement of Ordinance 193 and apparent lack of sl9nage, advising of the ordinance regulations. Crepeau noted that perhaps staggered patrolling of the park, during day and night shifts will accomplish the enforcement needed. -3- Minutes of Regular Councl I Meeting Page four July 26, 1976 REPORT OF VILLAGE CLERK ADMiNISTRATOR CHARLOTTE MCNIESH Finance Committee Resignation - Jan Blomberg Council accepted Jan Blomgerg's resignation from the Finance Committee with regrets, and requested McNlesh to thank her, on behalf of the Councl I, for her services to the Village. . AUQust Councl I Meeting Schedule WIngert moved, seconded by Feyerelsen, that August Council Meetings be scheduled on August 9th, 23rd and 30th. Motion carried unanimously. (Crepeau and Feyerelsen advised they would not be present on August 30th) Payrolls Crichton moved, seconded by Feyerelsen, that Council approve the CETA and regular payrolls as submitted. Motion carried unanimoUSly. Diseased Tree Ordinance McNlesh referred Council to her memo re Diseased Tree Removal - Special Assessment; requested that Council determine rate of Interest to be charged and over how many years (up to 5 yrs.) assessment should be spread. After discussion, Councl I concurred that the assessments be spread over three (3) years 8 8% Interest; requests for spread up to 5 years to be at discretion of the Council, upon request. ZONING ORDINANCE REVIE~ Council discussed the proposed Zoning Map. After discussion, Crichton moved, seconded by Feyerelsen, that Council authorize Planner to re-draft the Proposed Zoning Map to show the area south of Highway 96 as shown on the current Comprehensive Plan map, as amended; area to north of Highway 96 to remain "pretty much as shown on the Proposed Zoning map" (Industrial to be somewhat ~mal'.~ as shown on Comprehensive Plan map). Motion carried (Crichton, Feyerelsen, Crepeau voting In favor of the motion; Woodburn, Wingert voting In opposition). (Zehm was requested to note pending Zoning Ordinance items to be re- solved; ordinance to be typed, incorporating changes, for Council's consideration and approval. Council requested that Engineer Christoffer- sen classify all streets within the Village, coordinating Zoning Ord. -Compo Plan and Subdivision Ord. definltlons,..and prepare map of streets as classified. ADJ OURNMENT Crichton moved, seconded by Wingert, that the meeting adjourn at 12:20 a.m. Motion carried unanlmousry. . ~~.~,YZ~ Clerk Administrator Notice of Meeting The next Regular Council Meeting will be held on Monday, August 9, 1976, at 7:30 p.m. at the Village Hall: -4-