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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCC 07-13-1981 , . . ~ Minutes of Regular Council Meeting Village of Arden Hills Monday, July 13, 19BI - 7:30 p.m, Village Hall Call to Order Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, Mayor Woodburn called the meeting to order at 7:33 p.m. Roll Call Present - Mayor Robert Woodburn, Councilmen Janet Hollenhorst, Diane McAllister, Maurice Johnson, James Wingert (8:22). Absent - None Also Present - Former Mayor Henry J. Crepeau, Jr., Planner Orlyn Miller, Clerk Administrator Charlotte McNiesh, Deputy Clerk Dorothy Zehm Approval of Minutes Hollenhorst moved, seconded by Johnson, that the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of June 29th be approved as submitted. Motion carried unanimously. Presentation of Certificate of Nomination for C.C. Ludwig Award to former Mayor Henry J. Crepeau, Jr. Mayor Woodburn presented the Certificate of Nomination for the C.C. Ludwig Award to former Mayor Henry J. Crepeau, Jr. and expressed Council appreciation to him for his distinquished ser- vice to Arden Hills. ,. Crepeau accepted the award with thanks and read a letter of com- mendation he received from Donald Slater, Executive Director of the League of Minnesota Cities. Crepeau then accepted Mayor Woodburn's invitation to chair a portion of the meeting. Business from the Floor None. Discussion re Emergency Procedures - Commander Fred Spencer Spencer reported that the Sheriff's office does not have an "Emergency Plan" to present; has "procedures" for coordinating help, which Councilmen may review. Spencer said knowing who and where to call for assistance is most important; explained that during the recent Roseville tornado, they were besieged with help. Spencer emphasized the importance of contact with a specific Council member for authorization to call the Nation- al Guard, etc., if needed; also the importance of contact with the Public Works Dept. for aid in closing and re-opening roads, etc. Spencer explained the importance of coordination of juris- diction and a central telephone answering station, other than thru the Sheriff's emergency number, to handle in-coming inquiries from out-state re concern for relatives and friends. Spencer suggested there is a need for appropriately handling this situation. Spencer stated that they are in the process of critiquing proce- dures, etc. following the Roseville tornado, will have more information in about a month. In retrospect, it was noted that in the past, Civil Defense was active; now is inactive and therefore ineffective; presently have better trained fire and police in the area which was not previously available. REPORT OF VILLAG~ PLANNER ORLYN MILLER Case No, Bl-21, Lot Split and Consolidation - 4549 LakeshorePlace, Elmer J. and Patricia A. Cmie I Council was referred to a sketch of the two parcels, indicating the proposed split of 7900 sq. ft. from one lot, which is to be --"- ~ Minutes of Regular Council Meeting July 13, 19 Sl consolidated with the other to provide both lots a more reg- ular shape and to attach a garden currently maintained by the applicant. Miller noted that both lots are developed and both exceed the minimum area and dimensional requirements before and after the proposed split and consolidation. Hollenhorst moved, seconded by McAllister, that Council approve the lot split and consolidation as requested (Case No. 81-2l). Motion carried unanimously,(4-0). Control Data Cooling Towers - Buildin~ Permit Procedure Council was referred to plans of an additional cooling tower proposed west of the main Control Data building which would have a "foot print" of about 28' x 2l' and a height of 20'. . Miller noted that strict application of the ordinance requires review by the Planning Commission and Council; queried how significant Council considers the additional tower (7 existing on the site). In discussion, Dean Nelson (CDC) said the proposed tower does not encroach on a traffic lane; will be set back 15'+. The general concensus of Council was that the proposed cooling tower is a fairly standard structure representing an expansion of the existing cooling tower capacity, and does not signifi- ca ntly change the site plan. Council authorized issuance of the Building Permit (4-1 concensus). I' Case No. SO-20, Evenson Office Buildin~ A. Landscape Plan and Bond Council was referred to the landscape plan which Miller reported consists of more plant material than the previously submitted concept. Miller recommended its approval, and established the Performance Bond at $lS,170 (125% of the Contract amount). Wingert moved, seconded ~y Hollenhorst, that Council approve the Evenson landscape plan, dated 7-l3-Sl, subject to receipt of a Per- formance Bond in the amount of $18,170. Motion carried unanimously (5-0). B. Temporary Occupancy Permit for 2.400 Sq. Ft. Council was referred to request for a partial occupancy permit for 2,400 sq. ft. of the Evenson Office Building. After discussion, Wingert moved, seconded by Johnson, that Council approve partial occu- pancy of 2,400 sq. ft. of the Evenson Office Building effective July 15th, contingent on resolutiOn of the park dedication. Motion carried unanimously (5-0). . Case No. 81-19, Lot Split and Consolidation and Rezoning from R-I to B-2, Fridley Medical Center, P.A. COl,lncil was referred to Planning memo of 6-26-81 and ~to ~transpar- encies of attached drawings of the proposed consolidation of 3 _ acreli to the existing 4~.37 acre parcel at the southwest corner ,-<If Snelling Avenue and Highway 96, to accommodate a medical facility consisting of a medical clinic, out-patient services, emergency services, offices for specialists and'medically related commercial us.es (pharmacy,' optical, etc.). . -2- ~ Minutes of Regular Council Meeting July 13, 1981 Miller explained that the preliminary to give an idea of what is proposed - of intent sud scale. site plsn submitted is s genersl orientation Council wss referred to the Minutes of the Planning Commission meeting of 7-1-81 summarizing concerns of the Commission and residents attending the public hearing~ Prior to discussion, Woodburn excused himself from the discus- sion and Council action, because of a possible conflict of interest. . . Attorney Joe Ryan explained that Fridley Medical Center is in the preliminary stages of expansion; have facilities in Blaine and Fridley and have been well accepted by these residential communitiea. Larson described the proposed center to consist of small medicsl center related shops (optical, prosthetics, gifts, pharmacy, food service, etc.). An artist's rendering of the building concept wss shown by Vivian Haese (Fridley Medical Center Administrator, and Dr. Vesell (Blaine Medical Center) described the need for a facility in this area aa indicated by a study of the North Ramsey County srea (Arden Hills, Shoreview, North Oaks, etc.). It was noted that one of the concerns of the Planning Commission was the control the city would have of retail development (8-2 District), which permit_ many commercial uses, some of which may not be compatible with the existing R-l to the east. In discussion, some of the proposed commercial (e.g. gift/card shop) uses were queried as to whether they are considered easential to the Medical Center; suggested that a 8-1 zoning may suffice and City's control of the development would be retained by means of a Special Use Permit. Proposed land use of the remainder of the undeveloped 49 acres to the south and west was deacribed by Charles Larson to be a large church com- plex, greater than that of Mount Olivet; does not understand how this 7 acres can be considered for R-l houses adjacent to such a proposal. Larson referred Council to letter from Reeves urging Council's approval of the application. It was noted that the degree to which the City must rezone to accommodate the medical center is the question; with a Special Use Permit, it was noted, it could be in a 8-1 District. Con- cern was expressed relative to opening the door to retail sales, restaurants, etc. Larson said they requested the B-2 because of the flexibility it provides; if B-1 is suitable to accommo- date our proposal, it is O.K. with us. . Jim Miller, 4482 N. Snelling Avenue, said he opposes the rezon- ing; area was R-I when he bought his property and feels it should remain R-l; noted that the proposed site is well within site of his house; expressed concern that Snelling Avenue will become a commercial street; opposes all commercialization in this area. Miller noted that emergency service means sirens; feels if the rezoning is allowed now, there hasn't been any "planning" . Miller presented a letter to Council from Mr. and Mrs. Don Molenaar opposing the rezoning and the proposed medical center, which Mayor Woodburn read aloud. Miller said he opposes any rezoning; would not object to R-l uses, such aa townhouses, duplexes, etc. permitted by Special Use Permit. -3- .....::....: Minutes of Regular Council Meeting July 13, 1981 Dr. Vesell said the medical center take emergencies - they will go to there would not be sirena. is not a place ambulances hospitals; advised that Joe Ryan explained that the uae of the property has chsnged; Highway 96 csrries greater>traffic; view of arsenal ia not conducive to single family home development. Dorothy McClung, 4370 N. Snelling Avenue, said her property will be affected; understands there are already plans to up-grade Snel- ling Avenue, which she was not aware of until recently; noted that the church's plans are not known at this time; feels prop- erty should not be rezoned to either 8-1 or B-2 because we don't . know what the actual proposal is for either the clinic or the church. Planner Miller noted, for c~arification, that the 1976 Compre- hensive Plan designated this site for commercial use as an alternate location to the existing B-2 zoned property at High- ways 10 and 96, because of anticipated traffic at that inter- aection. Miller noted that the 1980 Comprehensive Plan elim- inated the previous commercial designation and designated the entire area for medium density residential use. Miller said he understands that professional offices and/or neighborhood convenience commercial were uses which were considered appro- priate for this area. John McClung, 4326 N. Saelling Avenue, said he fesrs a traffic problem will be createdt Snelling will get traffic from Hamline coming across Colleen Avenue. McClung said he considers this "spot zoning" which will reduce the value of his residential development; noted that the property owners are hoping for $50,000 to $60,OOO/acre, rather than $8,000/acre for residential land. McClung said he opposes the proposal, which is "very sketchy" at this time. Frances Podlasek, 4410 N. Snelling Avenue, asked if the church is in the land speculation business; feels their plans should be known. It was suggested that at Highways 96 and 10 plained that this was availab Ie. rezoning adjacent to the existing B-2 might be more appropriate. Miller ex- a consideration, but that land is not Hollenhorst moved, seconded by Wingert, that Council deny rezon- ing of the property to B-2. Motion carried (Hollenhorst, Johnson, Wingert, McAllister voting in favor of the motion; Woodburn ab- atained). Larson asked Council to recognize s 8-1 rezoning. He was advised thst spplicstion for B-1 zoning can be made, if the spplicant desires. It wss noted that s separate public hearing would have to be scheduled before the Planning Commission; REPORT OF VILLAGE TREASURER DONALD LAM8 (Absent) . McNiesh reported no investments since the last Council meeting. OTHER 8USINESS Resignation from Planning Commission Mayor Woodburn read a letter of resignation from the Planning Commission from james Luban. Hollenhorst moved, seconded by Wingert, that Council accept with regret Jim Lubsn's resignation snd suthorized issuance of a Certificate of Appreciation for his services to the Village. Motion carried unsnimously (5-0). -4- . Minutes of Regular Council Meeting July 13, 1981 . Park Dedication A. Arden Hills Corporate Center - 5.6 Acres 8ased on a purchase price estimate of $30,OOO/acre, McAllister recommended Council approval of $12,960.00, plus a 20' wide strip of land along the westerly property line (20' x 278.6') as satisfaction of the park dedication requirements; payable 1/3 at occupancy of each of the first three buildings; total payable in 2 yesrs. Wingert moved, seconded by Hollenhorst, that Council sccept the 20' wide land dedication and $12,960.00 cash- payment as outlined, as full satisfsction of the park dedication requirements of Arden Hills Corporate Center. Motion carried unanimously (5-0). ll. Evenson Office 8uilding - 5.2 Acres McAllister .reported that, based on the $270,000 cost figure, she recommends Council approval of a $27,000 park dedication; $5,000 now at occupancy of the 2,400 sq. ft. portion of the building, and the balance in 90 days. Wingert moved, seconded by Johnson, that Council accept the $27,000 as full satisfaction of the Evenson Office 8uilding park de~ication, as outlined. Motion carried unanimously (5~OJ. Public Works - OJT Student, Summer Employment Council was referred to memo from Johansen (7-9-81). Wingert moved, seconded by Hollenhorst, that Council authorize the hiring of 8rian Thunborg as an OJT Student employee in the Public Works Department at $3.25/hr effective July 15,:1981. Motion carried unanimously (5-0). Youth Soccer Instructors Council was referred to memo from Buckley (7-10-81). McAllister moved, seconded by Wingert, that Council authorize the hiring of the Youth Soccer Instructors as listed in Buckley's memo of July 10th. Motion carried unanimously (5-0). (It was noted that, in the future, Council approval of hiring personnel should be in advance of the program.) Finance Committee Recommendations - License snd Permit Fees Council Was referred to Minutes of the Finance Committee meeting of 7-9-81 and to Sub-committee memo of 6-10-81. . Council discussed the recommended changes; noted thst the licen8e and permit fees are intended to recuperate expenses, not a means of rai8ing money; deferred action until a later meeting. Council concurred that review of fees every other year was too often, every five years more reasonable. REPORT OF VILLAGE CLERK ADMINISTRATOR CHARLOTTE McNIESH 1982 8udget Guideline Council was referred to McNiesh's memo (7-10-81) re 1982 Budget. Council authorized an 8% multiplier for budgeting purpose8. -5- , Minutes of Regular Council Meeting July 13, 1981 Claims and Payroll Council was referred to list of Claims and Payroll, and to a list of additional checks Nos. 1292 thru 1298, totaling $1,597.26 for playground leaders, No. 1299 for $34,204.83 for Fire Pro- tection Contract and Payroll Check No. 8275 for $252.00. Hollenhorst moved, seconded by Wingert~ that Council approve the Claims, Payroll and additional checks, as presented. Motion carried unanimously (5-0). LIAISON REPORTS Johnson A. Request for Sign "No Public Access to Lake" on Shorewood Drive Council concurred that the Village doesn't usually install "special" signs for special conditions. Johnson to relay Council's decision to resident. . 8. Abuse of Garbage Cans Johnson reported a complaint of rubbish hauler abuse of garbage cans beyond reason in the southern section of the City. (McNiesh was requested to advise the contractor of the resident's complaint).' McAllister ~ A. Arden Manor Water Supply Woodburn reported that the Health Department will require a mEeting with Arden Manor to rectify the situation, probably will require connection to City water. B. Amended Permanent Special Use Permit, Case Nos. 78-5 and 81-17 (Bethel College) Deferred to next Council meeting. Hollenhors t A. Anonymous Caller to Town Crier Editor re Dogs at Large and all Night Parking on EdgewaterAvenue McNiesh reported that this complaint has been given to the CSO and Ramsey County Sheriff; they have been checking area for several weeks and todate have found no evidence of violations. B. Town Crier Editor Hollenhorst reported_that Town Crier Editor Keith Ness anticipates moving to Arizona, possibly in August; has advised Newsletter Publication Com- mittee chairman Mary Gillies. Adjournment Wingert moved, at 11:49 p.m. seconded by Hollenhorst, that the meeting adjourn Motion carried unanimously (5-0). . r:~)' ~/ .(;;~-~' C~, / ^ /1. ../ '/) I ':Cd 'ct!t:7f!;(ti'j)7jULJ0 Charlotte McNiesh Clerk Administrator /:;~v~~,~~- kobe rt L. Woodb urn Mayor Notice of Meeting The next Regular Council Meeting will be held on Monday, July 27th at 7:30 p.m. at the Village Hall. ~