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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCC 04-12-1976 , - MINUTES OF REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING Village of Arden Hi f Is Monday, Apri I 12, 1976 - 7:30 p.m. V I II age Ha I I Ca II to O,-der The meeting was called to order by Mayor Henry J. Crepeau, Jr. at 7:30 p.m. Roll Call Present - Mayor Henry J. Crepeau, Jr., Councilmen Charles Crichton, William Feyerelsen, James Wingert, Robert Woodburn. Absent - None. Also Present - Village Attorney James Lynden, Village Treasurer Donald Lamb, Clerk Administrator Charlotte McNlesh, Deputy Clerk Dorothy Zehm . Approval of Minutes Wingert moved, seconded by Crichton, that the Minutes of the Regular Councl I Meeting of March 29, 1976, be approved as amended. Motion carried unanimously. BUSINESS FROM THE FLOOR Roger Reiling - 3151 Lake Johanna Boulevard Roger Reiling Informed Council of a car "clean-up" proposal he has received for the two-stall garage at 3151 Lake Johanna Boulevard. Council advised that this proposed use of the property will require rezoning; property Is presently zoned R-2 residential; noted that Comprehensive Development Plan Indicates possible commercial use of this property, If the plans appear to comply with the basic frame- work, development goals and standards of the Comprehensive Development Plan. REPORT OF VILLAGE ATTORNEY JAMES LYNDEN Ordinance Adopting Uniform Fire Code Lynden referred Council to his letter of 4-9-76 and attached draft of Ordinance Adopting Uniform Fire Code. After review of the provisions contained In the proposed ordinance draft re fees, limits of districts, fire zones, Inspections, Fire Mar- shal and Fire Chief Involvement, etc., Council concurred that Input from the Lake Johanna Volunteer Fire Department was required. Feyerelsen moved, seconded by Wingert, that the matter be tabled until Input re unresolved Items Is received by Attorney Lynden. Motion carried unanimously. Metropolitan Land Use and Planning Act Lynden referred Council to his letter of 4-12-76 re Metropolitan Land Use and Planning Act. . In discussion, It was noted that a Comprehensive Plan must be sub- mitted to the Metro Councl I within three years from receipt of a system statement from the Metropolitan Council which must be sent to each community before July 1,1977: Implying that the Village Com- prehensive Plan, and Zoning Ordinance Implementing the Plan, may be amended and adopted prior to submission to the Metro Council of a new Comprehensive Plan. Lynden noted that the Act establishes an advisory committee to Inves- tigate and make recommendations on all matters necessary Including standards and criteria for modest cost private housing; possibility that this committee may recommend any, all or none of the "Nelson amendments". Councl I discussed the desirability of encouraging residential develop- ment compatible with the Comprehensive Plan, and possible Incentives and aids to developers to construct single-family detached houses, suc~ as City construction of utilities and streets, streamlining de~efop- ment procedures, modify subdivision requirements to permit rolled curbs, etc. -1- t ~ Minutes of Regular r.ounci I Mee+ing Page two April 12, 1976 J. Hili (Pemtom) noted that the market Is good for detached homes. $40-45,000 home would be a good salable product which can be con- structed If garages are not required, etc. Council noted that Planning Commission should be aware of ramifica- tions of the Act. OTHER BUSINESS . Case No. 74-14. Pemtom - Townhouse Villages North Fourth Addition Wingert reported that the Planning Commission recommends Council approval of the Final Plat, which they found to be' In accord with the approved Preliminary Plat. J. Hili noted two dimension errors In the Final Plat, and substituted corrected copies to Council for approval. After noting the changes in Block 3, Lot 2 (from 65.33' to 69.33') and Inserting dimension of 69.33' on west side of Block 6, Lot 2 (which was omitted), Wingert moved, seconded by Woodburn, that Council approve the Final Plat of Townhouse Villages North Fourth Addition, subject to subsequent approval of Open Space Easements and Covenants, Development Agree- ments and Letters of Credit. Motion carried unanimously. Lexington Avenue Improvement - Planning Commission Recommendations Wingert reviewed the ad hoc committee's proposed Polley For The Improvement Of Lexington Avenue and slight amendments the Planning Commission recommends. In discussion, It was noted that Lexington Avenue Is not recommended as a major feeder road, but to serve the municipalities it passes through; up-grade to Include pedestrian/bike lanes regardless of street width. Concern was expressed re funneling of traffic from 4-lane to 3-lane and 2-lane. C. Peterson explained that the ad hoc committee con- sidered Harriet Avenue a "destination" and 3-lane would provide turn lane to Arden Plaza, rather than funneling traffic south on Lexington. Concern was also expressed re Rosevllle's opinions re type of road needed to serve the Rosevil Ie sector of Lexington Avenue. Peterson reported that Rosevllle is waiting until "Citizens Committee" reports Its over-all plan, before making any determinations. Peterson said that most Roseville residents are opposed to establishment of a corridor. Woodburn said if a 4-lane road will carry same traffic as 2-lane more safely, we may be denying safety to the people; obligation Is for safety for all, not Just residents abutting Lexington Avenue: we don't know how much increase In traffic there might be if road Is widened. . P. Lindquist expressed a need for safety for pedestrians and bikes between Lake Josephine and the YMCA; noise will become a factor if road Is widened and trucks use both Lexington and Snelling - very little truck travel on Lexington now; suggested up-grade to widen Is premature - need may be determined In 5 or 10 years - only reason "push" Is on now is to take advantage of funding. Crichton said he would I ike to see all bike paths well detached from travel lanes, at least with a barrier between: doesn't feel the need for bike path along both sides of road. Feyerelsen suggested that road be constructed to provide two traffic lanes, with suitable turn lanes and a bike path along the east side. Wingert offered to prepare a Resolution for Council consideration, comprising the ad hoc committee, Planning Commission and Council pol icles. It was suggested by Woodburn that If Lexington Is designated a "parkway" (Harriet to County Road C) truck travel would be restricted to local deliveries only. -2- .. . . .... Minutes of Regular Co~nci I Meeting Page three April 12,1976 Report Re Leasing Police Car - Officer J. LaValle Officer LaValle submitted quotations for purchase of "administrative" car for Pol ice Department, for Counci I consideration: Rosedale Chevrolet - 1976 Chevrolet Malibu Station 1976 Vega Station Wagon Wagon - $4,581.36 - $3,930.82 Central Chrysler Plymouth, Inc. - 1976 Plymouth Volara Station Wagon 6 cylinder V8 $4,333.63 +98.87 Buerkle Buick Company 1976 Buick Century Wagon $4,960.00 Councl I also considered letter from Dick Ashton, Whitaker Buick, concerning purchase of wagon now being leased - $3,595.00 Lease of 1975 Century Wagon - SI57.00/month for 24 months. Purchase of wagon of the same body type equipment, etc. - S5,100.00 After discussion, Feyereisen moved, seconded by Crichton, that Council authorize the purchase of the 6 cylinder Plymouth Volara wagon from Centrai Chrysler Plymouth a+ $4,333.G3; aftRr 'urther discussion, motion did not carry (Feyereisen, Crichton voting In favor of the motion; Woodburn, Wlngert,Crepeau voting In oppositIon). Gr I ch1'on ",oved, seconded by Woodburn, 'that (;ounc I I author I ze the purchase of a 1976 Chevrolet Mallbu station wagon from Rosedale Chev- rolet for $4 581.36. Motion carried (CrIchton, Woodburn, WIngert, Crepeau votl~g In favor of the motion; Feyerelsen voting In oppositIon). Squad Car Repai,"s LaValle advised Counci; that the 1974 squad car needs valves, seals, rings, bearings, etc.; uses I to 2 quarts of oil/day; should car re- pairs be made or shoul~ the department continue to burn the 011 until traded? Council authorized the latter and authorized necessary expenditures to keep car running safely; car to be scheduled on low-use shift until time for trade-In In ebrly 1977. REPORT OF CLERK ADMINISTRATOR CHARLOTTE MCNIESH Approval of Instructor~ McNlesh referred Counc(1 to memo from Buckley (4-9-75) re Hiring Instructors. Crichton advised he haG authorized emergency hiring of two Instructors listed and moved, seconded by Wingert, that Council authorize the hiring of Instructors Scott Torgerson for Girls' Gymnastics @ $2.50/hr. and Dick Smith, Brian Fohne and Tim Seume.for Boys' Basketball @ $3.50/hr. Motion carried unanimously. Public Safety Sub-committee Recommendations A. Speed Limit on Floral Drive McNlesh reported that the Public Safety Sub-committee recom- mends that speed limit on Floral Drive remain at 3,mph and that speed sign remain; similar request for reduced speed on Indian Oaks Trai I was denied by Highway Dept. Council concurred with the Public Safety Sub-commlttee's recommendations. B. Traffic Si~n Survey Counci I revie'Ned let"rer from Jack Anderson Associates re Sign Inventor~ and recommendation from Public Safety Sub- committee. After discussion, Crichton moved, seconded by Crepeau, that Counci I authorize the Inventory litem 114 of Minnesota Highway Dept. Sign Repl3cement Program). Motion carried unanimOUSly. -3- " .... Minutes o-F Regular Counci 1 Meeting Page -Four Apri I 12, 1976 Uti lity Consultant Report McNlesh referred Counci I to memo from Gray Henderson (4-1-76) re Services as Consultant. After discussion, Feyereisen moved, seconded by Wingert, that Counci I approve consulting services of Gray Henderson for approxi- mately 20 hrs./month @ $II.OO/hr. plus mileage and necessary expen- ses. Motion carried unanimously. Sewer Backup - Claim for Damages McNlesh advised that Vi I lage liability Insurance does not cover claims of this nature; referred Councl I to memo from Johansen (4-9-76) . . In discussion, Councl I noted that Village policy for damage claims should be determined and residents advised to call Public Works Department if they have a sewer problem; Public Works can determine location of blockage very quickly (Village main or resident's line). Feyerelsen moved, seconded by Crepeau, that Council authorize payment of the Amundson claim, minus the $25.00 charge for Midway Sewer Com- pany. After discussion, Wingert moved, seconded by Crichton, that the motion be amended to pay entire claim in the amount of $107.48. Amendment to motion carried; main motion carried (Feyereisen, Crepeau, Wingert. Crichton voting In favor of amendment and main motion; Woodburn ab- staining) . Elevated Tank Bids McNiesh reported that Engineer Christoffersen Is checking bids re- ceived. Matter was deferred to Counci I Meeting of April 26. 1976. Change of Meeting Place - April 19 Public Hearing Feyerelsen moved. seconded by Wingert. that Council re-schedule the Special Council Meeting on April 19. 1976, at Mounds View High School Theater at 7:30 p.m. Motion carried unanimously. (McNlesh was requested to notify Pemtom Homeowners Associations of change of meeting place; place notices in newspapers and to schedule someone to be at the Vi Ilage Hall on evening of April 19th to advise of change In meeting place.) Council Meeting Schedule Woodburn moved, seconded by Crichton, that Council meetings be scheduled on May 10th, 17th, 24th and June 1,1976. Motion carried unanimously. Claims and Payroll Crichton moved. seconded by Feyereisen, that Council approve the Claims and Payroll as submitted. Motion carried unanimously. (McNlesh was requested to ask Attorney Meyers to attend a May Council meeting.) . Aerial Photo Council authorized purchase of the aerial maps @ $70.00 and requested new map be framed and mounted on wall next to existing aerial. Zoning Ord. Review Deferred to Council meotlng of Apri I 26, 1976. Adjournment Wingert moved, at II: 46 p.m. seconded by Feyerelsen, that the meeting adjourn Motion carried unanimously. o~/~~ fRt'fjp~ Charlotte c les Clerk Administrator Notice of Meeting A Special Counci I Meeting will be held on Monday. Aprl I 19. 1976. at Mounds View High School Theater at 7:30 p.m. -4-