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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCC 03-09-1981 , . . " ~ Minutes of Regular Council Meeting Village of Arden Hills Monday, March 9, 1981 - 7:30 p.m. Village Hall Call to Order Pursuant to our call and notice thereof, Mayor Crichton called the meeting to order at 7:36 p.m. Roll Call Present - Mayor Charlie Crichton, Councilmen Janet Hollenhorst, Maurice Johnson, Absent - Councilmen Diane McAllister, Robert Woodburn. Also Present - Village Attorney James Lynden, Engineer Donald Lund, Treasurer Donald Lamb, Planner Orlyn Miller, Clerk Administrator Charlotte McNiesh, Deputy Clerk Dorothy Zehm. Approval of Minutes Johnson moved, seconded by Hollenhorst, that the Minutes of the February 23rd Council meeting be approved as amended. Motion carried unanimously. Business from the Floor None REPORT OF VILLAGE ATTORNEY JAMES LYNDEN Lexington Ave./694 Storm Drainage Council was referred to Lynden's letter of 3-6-81 re Lexington Avenue Storm Drainage Project ST81-2 and the following attachments: 1) Cost Sharing Joint Powers Agreement. 2) Applicability of Chapter 106 vs. Chapter 429. Lynden distributed copies of a color-coded map (Exhibit A) "Pro- posed Improvement ST 81-2, Lexington Avenue and 1-694 Drainage", to be attached to the Agreement and made a part thereof. In a brief review of the Agreement draft, it was generally con- curred that Section 6(e), as written. is too harsh and should be re-worded; Lynden reported that Attorney Filla proposes some re- visions to Section 9. Johnson queried how the water runoff from the 20 acres will be con- trolled (5) b. (top of page 4) Lund explained that this will be a matter of controlling how the area develops and how detention is maintained. It was noted that the "Master Plan" for Deluxe Check Printers (east of Lexington and south of County Rd. F) indicating proposed development, has been referred to Arden Hills from Shoreview re- questing comments pertaining to the proposal - public hearing on March 10, 1981. It was the general concensus that Chapter 429 seems to be the way to proceed. Council action was deferred until the next meeting. Park Ordinance Lynden asked if Council's intent is to apply the ordinance to more than City owned parks; if so, further changes should be made to the ordinance draft (county parks. trails, parking areas within and/or adjacent to parks etc.). Deferred until next Council meeting. ~ Minutes of Regulsr Council Meeting March 9, 1981 - 1 REPORT OF ENGINEER DONALD LUND Reso~ution No. 81-17, Receiving Report and Providing for Public Hear1ng on Improvement No. ST-81-2, Lexington/694 Storm DrainaRe Johnson moved, seconded by Hollenhorst, that Council adopt Resolu- tion No. 81-17. Motion carried unanimously. Resolution No. 81-18, Receiving Report and Providing for Public Hearing on Improvement No. P-81-1, Grey Fox Road. Hollenhorst moved, seconded by Johnson, that Council adopt Resolu- tion No. 81-18. Motion carried unanimously. Infiltration/Inflow Analysis - Status Report Lund noted that Arden Hills is in Stage 2 of the study; advised that the best time to meter is in the spring of the year, con- . sequently metering devices are being installed now at four lift stations. An outline of the proposed schedule of work over 52 weeks was distributed (9-18-80 thru 8-10-81). Lund reported that the rain gauges are in; flumes have been installed; noted that metro meters will be checked over an 8 week period to see if they are recording accurately; advised that analysis of data will require about 4 weeks and then another 4 weeks will be needed to prepare the re- port to be sent to PCA and EPA for approval. Lund said cost estimates for Stage 3 will then be prepared and line by line smoke testing will be performed; noted that private property problems indicated will not be federally funded; city will have to determine how theae will be corrected and funded. Lund described the EPA Program funding as 75% Federal Grant, 15% State Grant and @ 10% City'a cost. REPORT OF VILLAGE PLANNER ORLYN MILLER Case No. 81-6, Variance - Front Setbacks for Garage Addition, 4126 Gale Ci rcle Council was referred to Planning memo of 2-20-81, Board of Appeals report of 2-27-81 and Planning Commission Minutes of 3-4-81. A transparency was shown of the lot and existing house, indicating the proposed 20' x 20' garage addition with bedroom above. Miller noted that the actual variance requested is 11' (29' from front property line; adjusted measurements to r.o.W rather than curb, as presented). In discussion, some concern waS expressed relative to the two story height of the addition and that the building mass may shut off the view for adjacent house. Applicant Pitzen explained that the existing house has long narrow, very inadequate bedrooms; wants the bedroom over the garage if he buys the house; advised that the neighbors are aware of the 2 story addition, favor the plan and have signed the plan. Pitzen showed a sketch of the proposed front elevation of the house and photo- graphs of the existing house. After discussion, Hollenhorst moved, seconded by Johnson, that Council approve the 11 foot front setback variance based on the findings of the Planning Commission and Board of Appeals, and that a hardship exists because of the existing house location. Motion carried unanimously. . Case No. 81-1, Lot Split - Lot 4, Block 8, Josephine Hills No.2 Council was referred to Planning memo of 2-20-81, and to trans- parencies of attachments thereto indicating a proposed 100' x 332.4' lot split from gov. Lot 5 (Lot 4, Block 8, Josephine Hills No.2) Miller reported that the Planning Commission recommends approval of the proposed split, provided no cutting is done on the east side of the parcel; water storage to be replaced on lot surround- ing pumping station (corner of Ingerson snd Hamline), Lot 6. 2 ... . Minutes of Regular Council Meeting March 9, 1981 Blk. 3, Josephine Hills, also owned jointly by Christianson and Heimbach). It was noted that the applicant will sacrifice the lot surrounding the lift station as a buildinK lot; proposes to develop a total of 4 iots on Tiller Lane, one now and three at some future date. . Engineer Sunde presented an amended layout which represents a volume trade-off; cutting on amended plan is indicated along the west portion of Parcel 2, instead of from the lot surrounding the lift station. In discussion of the eventual 4-lot subdivision, and flood study requirement that the lowest floor be above 882 contour line, Sunde said he is proposing 885 for the lowest level. (Normal is at 880 contour). . Concern was expressed as to how flow in this entire area will be controlled. It was suggested that the city planner and engineers produce a solution prior to the proposed 3-lot subdivision of the balance of the parcel (parcel 2). Christianson said he is also willing to work with the attorney to resolve the ownership of 40' wide "service drive" adjacent to a portion of the west side of parcel 2. Sunde explained that the purpose of the marsh, at preseni, ia a settling basin; after the cut and fill as proposed, it will still have a marsh appearance; explained that the plan does not alter this and will not make it an open water area. After discussion, Johnson moved, seconded by Hollenhorst that Council approve the lot split as per modified plan dated 3-9-81, subject to approval by the city engineer. Motion carried unan- imously. (A one-ny-one lot subdivision of the balance of Parcel 2 will not be acceptable.) (Resolution of the park dedication was deferred until balance of parcel is subdivided.) Ordinance No. 213 - Council Interpretation re wind powered Kenerator Council deferred discussion pertaining to appropriate application for wind-powered generator until March 23rd meeting. Council was referred to the Planning Commission recommendation (Minute.s of 3-4-81) that the application should be for a Special Use Permit (required for "accessory uses other than normal" in all zoning districts). REPORT OF VILLAGE TREASURER DONALD LAMB Investment $251,754.87 at First Bank St. Paul for 6 months at 15% interest, to mature 9-8-81. Johnson moved to ratify the Treasurer's investment. seconded by Hollenhorst and carried unanimously. Motion was. OTHER BUSINESS . 1981 Diseased Tree Removal Contract Council was referred to Buckley's memo of 3-6-81. Gary Arp, Arp's Tree Service distributed copies of bid tabulations , for five bidders; explained that the Instructions to Bidders was not clear as to how the bids would be tabulated; when calls were made by Arp's and Clark's Tree Service to City Forester and Tree Inspector for clarification, two methods were given: Tree Inspector said - tabulations will be by tree and stump column only. Forester said - tabulation would be by tree and stump and number of difficulties. Arp said that actually tree only and stump only figures were used. 3 .' Minutes of Regular Council Meeting March 9, 1981 Arp explained that Arp's Tree Service is the low bidder calculated one way; if calculated another way, another bidder is low. Confirmation of low bidder was deferred to Council Meeting of 3-23-81. (Copy of Instructions to Bidders to be sent to Council members prior to that date). Approval of Instructors and Referees - Men's Volleyball and Jr. Mustang Basketball Programs Council was referred to Buckley's memo of 2-27-81. After discussion, Johnson moved, seconded by Hollenhorst, that Council approve hiring the instructors and referees as listed at $4.25/hour. Motion carried unanimously. (Council requested more detail in future memos). . Mayors Meeting - Cities Contracting with Ramsey County for Police Services Crichton reported that each of the 8 contracting cities are to be queried as to whether a more formal arrangement is desired; noted that he is not proposing that Arden Hills agree to this at this p oin t. Giere Addition - Park Dedication Council was referred to copies of past park dedication negotiations re Giere Addition (3 lot subdivision - .98 acres). After discussion, Johnson moved to approve re-evaluation of the park dedication for Giere Addition, authorizing McAllister to proceed with a compromise offer at $1,251.00 as satisfaction of the park dedication for the .98 acre Giere Addition 3 lot sub- division; $626 payable at sale of first lot and $625 at sale of second lot; total to be paid by 12-31-83. Motion was seconded by Hollenhorst and carried unanimously. REPORT OF VILLAGE CLERK ADMINISTRATOR CHARLOTTE MC NEISH License Approval Hollenhorst moved, seconded by Johnson, that Council approve a Retail Sales license for All Star Video, 3121 Lake Johanna Blvd., and Mechanical Music Devices Licenses for Bethel College as listed. Motion carried unanimously. Statement of Cash Receipts, Expenditures, Balances and Transfers - December 31, 1980 Hollenhorst moved, seconded by Johnson, that Council accept the Statement and approve the transfers as submitted. Motion carried unanimously. Claims and Payroll McNiesh requested approval of check #1085 in the amount of $163.38 to Metro Waste in addition to claims listed. Hollenhorst moved, seconded by Johnson that Council approve the Claims and Payroll as submitted, including check 01085 to Metro Waste. Motion carried unanimously. . Letter of 3-5-81 from County Engineer re Sale of lot on Lexington and County Road D. Council was referred to letter from County Engineer. After dis- cussion, Johnson moved, seconded by Hollenhorst, that i~suance of the Building Permit (Case No. 80-24) be subject to allowinl!: County to grade the front yard to improve the line of sight as per variance approval. Motion carried unanimously Inquiry from Ramsey County Office of Elections re H.F. 09 - Presidential Primary in Minnesota to be held in April. 4 " . . - . Minutes of Regular Council Meeting March 9, 1981 In discussion, it was noted that the only impact on Arden Hills would be the added election costs. Street Lights Johnson reported that he, Susanna Tavlor and a representative of Ramsey County Sheriff's office will meet with residents of the Chatham area on Thursday at 7:30 p.m. in the Valentine Hills library relative to requests for street lights and reduced speeds in the area. Liaison Reporting It was suggested that some time be reserved at the end of Council meetings for Council questions and input relative to committee meetings and miscellaneous subjects of interests. If( Hollenhorst reported that on Wednesday. April ~th the RCLLG meeting will discuss taxes and cut-back management, as it relates to municipalities. Adjournment Johnson moved, seconded by Hollenhorst, that the meeting adjourn at 10:47 p,m. Motion carried (Johnson, Hollenhorst voting in favor of the motion; Crichton voting in opposition). ~fmcJft~ Charlotte McNiesh Clerk Administrator >.-,..--\, l'~~~ ,i....,. '''-._~~ :~",:,"""-'~ Charlie Crichton Mayor Notice of Council Meetings Special Council Meeting - March 23rd at 7:30 p.m. Regular Council Meeting - March 30th at 7:30 p,m. at the Village Hall. 5