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Minutes of Regular Council Meeting
Village of Arden Hills
Monday, May 12, 1980 - 7:30 p.m.
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Call to Or-de r
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, Acting Mayor Woodburn
called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m.
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Present - Acting Mayor Robert Woodburn, Councilmen Charlie
Crichton, Ward Hanson, James Wingert
Absent - Mayor Henry J. Crepeau, Jr.
Also Present - Public Works Superintendent Hans Johansen, Park
Director John Buckley, Clerk Administrator Charlotte
McNiesh, Deputy Clerk Dorothy Zehm
Approval of Minutes
Wingert moved, seconded by Hanson, that the Minutes of the
Council Meeting of April 28, 1980 be approved as amended.
carried unanimously.
Re gular
Motion
Business from the Floor
None.
REPORT OF VILLAGE ATTORNEY JAMES LYNDEN - Absent
.Re'l.'!l!s.t.to..Abate Assessments for Water Impr.77-5 and 78-2 - Ca1iguire
CouIlcl1waa referred to Lynden's letter of 5-12-80 re Ca1iguire
as..SSlleDt matter.
Crichton moved, seconded by Hanson, that Council abate the special
assessment of $1,395.21 for Water Improvements 77-5 and 78-2 against
the Caliguira property and authorize Attorney Lynden to prepare
the necessary documents to effect the abatement. Motion carried
unanimously.
REPORT OF VILLAGE PLANNER ORLYN MILLER
Case No. 80-9~ Variance for Garage Replacement
Mark Peterson, 4468 N. Hamline Avenue
Miller rel'erred Council to transparency of the subject lot and
adjacent properties, indicating location of existing buildings,
and to picture of existing Peterson garage which applicant proposes
to replsc",.
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Miller reported that the Board of Appeals and Planning Commission
recommend approval of the sideyard variance because of the hardship
of existing trees aud location of existing driveway and buildings
in the ares; noted that written statements f~om affected neighbors
indicate they are amenable to the variance requested.
After discussion, Winge~t moved, seconded by Hanson, that the
Council approve the 6' sideyard variance for garage replacement
at 4468 N. Hamline Avenue as requested, based on the hardships
described. Motion carried unanimously.
Case No. 80-4, Lot Split - Walter Dunnett
Miller referred Council to his report and to transparency of pro-
posed lot split; described the various options considered for
subdivision of the property. Mi1le~ reported that Engineer Christoff-
ersen (letter of 4-21-80) concurs that, while desirable to provide
access to the lots from Oak Avenue, it may not be feasible or
de~irnb1e because of serious road construction problem e cau.ed by
eX1stlng topography.
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Miller reported that applicant hes;changed his request; now
prefers to split off Lot #4 instead of Lot #2.
Wiugert noted that a master plan for subdivision of the property
is on file; moved that Council approve the split of Lot #4, as
per the sketch plan. Motion was seconded by Crichton and carried
unanimously.
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It was noted that utilities to serve this lot are pending develop"
ment of the Arden Oaks plat; acre-sized lots are required for
private sewer (septic tank/drain field) in areas not served by
municipal sewer, unless it can be demonstrated that smaller lot
will not result in any contamination of the soil, ground water or
anything else that might endanger the public health. (No word
relative to pursuing the Arden Oaks plat to date). Dunnett was
advised that separate applications would be required for each
lot split proposed (as per sketch plan) and that property eventually
may he subject to p~rk dedication.
Case No.~12, Lot Split - Griffis Property
Miller referred Council to the proposed 2-parcel subdivision of
the Griffis, Inc. industrial property on the west side of Round
Lake, south of Highway 96 (approximately 8.96 acres). Miller
explained that the applicant requests to 8p1i~ the property into
two lots, both of which meet all area and dimension requirements
in the 1-1 District. Miller noteuthat a preliminary development
plan of the southerly 350' wide lot for ~.W. Grainger, lnc. (a whole-
sale distributor) has been received; detailed plans will be sub-
mitted with Building Permit application at a later date.
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Miller reported that the Planning Commission recommends Cvuncil
approval of the lot split as requested.
Mr. Griffis explained that he had proposed a previous subdivision
of the property into five smaller building sites; now proposes a
2-1ct ~abJlvision. In discussion, it was noted that the Scho1ls
site (immediately south of the proposed 350' wide Grainger site)
is about 500' in width; ,proposed second let (north of the proposed
Grainger lot) will be about 303' wide. Miller noted that the
formerly suggested change of access to Highway 96 does not affect
the Griffis property; should occur on the property to the north.
Wingert moved, seconded by Crichton, that Council approve the lot
split as proposed. Motion carried unanimouSly.
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Case No. 80-10, Special Use Permit and Lot Split for
__ Day Care Center (Kinder-Care) _
Miller referred Council to his report of 4-30-80, transparencies
of Ettached development concepts and to the recommendations of
the Planning Comm1<lsion (Minutes of 5-7.-80). Miller explained
that day care centers accommodating mare than 10 children are
per~itted 1n the 8-1 District with a Special Use Permit; propOsed
Kinder-Care is designed to accommodate a maximum of 100 children
which will require 6 - 10 employees as requited by State law.
Miller noted that the lot ar.ea and dimensions exceed ordinance
requirements; building coverage is 12% if proposed road easement
is included - 16% if excluded (35% permitted); total site coverage
excluding easement and Bervice drive 1s 40%, and 46% if service
drive is included (75% permitted).
Miller reviewed the proposal and noted issues of concern to be
resolved:
1. Access to entire Grudnoske property.
2. Use of the site (B-1 property is primarily a
professional office district. Dav care centers
are permitted by Special Use Permit).
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3. Parking.
Photos of the proposed building were presented. Applicant
described the hours of operation of Kinder-Care (7 a.m. to 6 p.m.)
and the staggered hours of anticipated arrival of children; estimated
about 201 will arrive between 7 and 7:30 a.m.; 201 at 3:30 tlr so -
leaving between 5 and 6 p.m.; some children are there for 1/2 days;
others for 8 hours, etc.
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The drive access to Kinder-Care was described as one-way, ingress
at north and egress at south drive; northern drive to be one-way
in until balance of Grudnoski property is developed. It was
noted that if Hamline Avenue is upgraded to a 44 ft roadway, it
would encroach 10' closer to the Kinder-Care property line.
Pettersen said there is sufficient stacking space on the site,
without the 10' driveway space to Hamline.
Leonard Grudnoski said he prefers a public road; if approved,
would put in some of the road for balance of property at time
Kinder-Care is built.
Charlotte Swank, Townhouse Villages North, said she objects to
the height of the cupola and the amount of drop-off space "On the
site; feels parents of young children will park and take child in;
also is concerned about the amount of outdoor play ~rea.
Pettersen said the ~ervice provides for full food prep.r.tio.~
areas of outside play are arranged for various age groups and
hours of outdoor activities are dependent upon weather conditions;
explained that employees' skill is based on the skill of the
environment - 1/3 of staff are degree people; manager and 8a.t-St....
ant manager have a degree in this type of work.
Pettersen said be would prafer to work out the landscaping with
the City Planner; plan will also specify playground equipment.
It was noted that exterior lighting will be recessed in the
soffii as indicated on plaas; no lighting off the building is
proposed; light source would be hidden from view.
In diSCUSSion, the following concerns were expressed:
1. Noise - answer: We have Dever bad any complaints.
2. Service Area (trash collection Faints) _
answer: Trash area will be enc1Dsed as shown on
plan; plan indicates a gate and Bervice room.
3. Signage - answer: Only one sign on the
building as indicated on photograph.
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4. Service Road - Miller noted that it seems
unnecessary to butld a service road IInti1 it
is d-emad necessary; is proposed as a "safety
valve"; needs room fo'" the ros.d tf needed; noted,
that, as proposed, it may be more extensive than
is needed.
Aftar diBcussion, Wingert moved, seconded by Hanson, that Council
approve tb~lot split and issuance of a Special Use Permit for
the Kinder-Care proposal and issuance of a Building Permit, with
the following prOVisions:
1. Special Use Permit to be f.or a licensed child
care center not to exceed 100 registered children.
2. Traffic circulation to be one-way, north to south.
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3. Easement for roadway be established and
recorded as shown on plan (dated approved
5-12-80) .
4. Special Use Permit to be contingent upon
developer presenting acceptable landscape
plan, to be approved by City Planner and
Council, and a bond be submitted in the
amount of 125% of landscaping costs. prior
to issuance of occupancy permit.
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5. Park dedication to be negotiated with the
City prior to issuance of an occupancy
permit.
6, Cupola, soffit and facia to be of earth
tones.
Motion carried unanimously.
REPORT OF PUBLIC WORKS SUPERVISOR HANS JOHANSEN
Temporary Summer Employees
Hansoll moved, seconded by Wingert, that Council approve the hiring
of Steve Zehm, Mike Schifsky and Bob Perry at $5.50/hr as full
time temporary Public Works employees as per Johansen's memo.
Motion carried unanimously.
(It was Council's understanding that Mike Schifsky is to eventus11y
be hired as a full time regular employee).
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~oble/Fairview Road Improvement
Crichton moved, seconded by Wingert, that Council authorize
Johansen to proceed to raise the crown at Noble Road and Fairview,
as outlined in Johansen's memo, at the most reasonable price.
Motion carried (Crichton, Wingert, Hanson voting in favor of the
motion; Woodburn voting in opposition).
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(Woodburn explained that he opposes the improvement because it
was not budgeted).
Sea1coating Specification~
Johansen referred Council to map of roads to be sea1coated this
year; noted that Red Fox Road may be deleted because of amount
of construction traffic during the up-grading of Lexington; said
he feels City should stick toaome sort of schedule - may have
to go to a 5-year program. It was noted that calculations were
mad. on the basis of footage, not on costs which have escalated
since time of budgeting.
Johansen explained that Round Lake Road West is included because
City has a maintenance ~ontract with the State.
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Cr.ichton moved, seconded by Wingert, that Council authorize the
Er,gineer to prepare specifications and ad".rert:t. e for bj.ds. Motion
carried unanimouSly.
ShOl~~Lane Access to Lexington Avenue
Johansen Eported that the access from Shoreline Lane to Lexington
Avenue (south of County Rosd D) will be closed unless opposed by
the muniCipalities, residents and/or. county; reported that Arden
Hills' residents request that this auxiliary access be kept open.
In disCussion, it was suggested that th~ grade of County Roed D
could possibly be dropped (in lieu of this auxiliary access), if
it does not affect cover of water main. Council concurred with
this approach, if feasible, an~ does not affect City utilities.
(Johansen to determine whether City utilit:les would be affected).
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E.!!'....!!.ooku.p - Village Hall/Public Works Building
Johansen reported receipt of a second bid for the gas hook-up at
$1,600 (Rose Plumbing); uill proceed if Council approves. It
was noted that $1,500 was budgeted. Council concurred that
Johansen proceed with the gas hook-up.
Sale of 60' of Pipe
Council authorized the sale of the pipe at 2/3 cost.
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Proposed_Joint Powers Agreement, Johanna Middle School
George Christens_n and Mark Windorf, Mounds View School Diatrict,
were present; explained they are working with municipalities re
cooperation re City/School use of fields; hopefully can develop
one agreement form for joint use of facilities; Christensen
suggested that non-resident fees could be charged, if this is
desired; agreement insures Johanna Middle School (not in Arden
Hills) will be available for Arden Hills' residents, if City wants
to utilize it; have not had a scheduled maintenance program to
date. Christensen said Valentine Hills is a limited site -
Johanna is available after 5 p.m., inside and outside, for author-
ized use. Christensen said that maintenance standards are needed;
help from parks, i.e. grading before each league game or once or
twice/week and chalk lining of fields; also need help in trash
removal, tennis net surveillance and maintenance (not net replace-
ment). Christensen said they are looking at cost efficiency; want
to work with the municipalities.
Buckley noted that Arden Hills has been working with MVSD re
Mounds View tennis court lights; feels it is important to make
maximum use of school district faCilities.
Buckley outlined current field usage:
- lights at MVHS tennis courts,
- fields at Valentine and MVHS,
- Adult programs at MVHS,
includes baseball, softball and soccer.
- desires additional softball fields at Johanna
and MVHS.
Wingert asked how this relates to Hazelnut Park. Buckley said
Hazelnut will be developed as planned - a neighborhood park.
Crichton said it is apparently necessary to handle leagues as well
as the neighborhood; Johanna to be for non-neighborhood activities _
reserved for adult leagues; noted that this would involve driving
On the part of the participant. Cricbton asked if Perry Park ia
adequate for its needs (parking for drive-in participants). If
it ia, feels this to be a change from City's fundamental plan; noted
that Johanna cannot serve as a neighborhood park for the area _
. not designed for this usage.
Wingert noted that the proposal r:apresentll an expansion of the
City's park plan for park usage.
Buckley said that it was never proposed t~at all services would
be provided by City parks.
Ch.ristene'",n said that MVSD will design for major activi.ties if
this is City's desire. It was noted that if City needs. more parks,
City should r.evaluate its park needs, including use of school
fields; City should look at st~ndards and usage of fields and have
a clear understanding as to how pr.ograms will be ,: administered.
Matter was deferred to later Council Meeting pending Parks Meet-
ing of 5-13-80.
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Christens6n sald this program is in the MVSD plan to be budgeted
iu June; plan to budget for this effective Jan. 1, 1981; can do
a portion of this work in this year's budget (dragging fields,
refuse removal, etc.).
Crichton asked what will not be done in the City parks if this
work On school fields is done. Buckley said both can be accomplished
with the added summer park employees.
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Resignation from Planning Commission
Woodburn moved, seconded by Wingert, that Council accept the
resignation of Richard Ericson from tbe Planning Commission.
Motion carried unanimously.
Joint Fire Protection Board Meeting
Woodburn briefly reviewed the Minutes of the meeting; noted that
Chief Koch stated that there are businesses in Arden Hills that
should be inspected for fire safety. Woodburn noted that the City
was close to enacting a Fire Code some time ago pending Fire
Chief's submitting an inspection cost proposal, who 1s to collect
fees and administer the code.
In discussion, it was suggested that the Ci~1 request Lynden's
assistance re what State Law requires; if City adopts Uniform Fire
Code, is a certain individual specified to make inspections and
administer the code.
Firemen's Relief Fund
The Fire Board supported proposed changes in the Fire Department
Relief Association benefits schedule. At a later date approval
will be required from each city by the Fire Board.
New Brighton Storage Building
Council authorized McNiesh to obtain two or three appraisals
of the building, with and without land-locked open land to the
rear.
Approval of Rausey County Park and Transpor~ation Comprehensive
Plan
Woodburn noted very few changes in Arden Hills:
- Stowe Avenue 1s t~ be changed from a local
to coll~ctor street
- 80' right-of-way to be reserved in new sub-
divisions for County roads.
Woodburn reported that all comments are to be submitted by May 24th;
noted some corrections:
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- plan does not reflect Land O'Lakes at north-
west corner of 1-694 and Lexington,
- population estimate for Arden Hills is not
accurate,
- shaw3 Lexington (County Road E to Hwy 96) at
83' ,
- noted that maintenance of stop lights is
completely by the municipality (painting,
bulbs, sensors, etc.); other costs are
County/State,
- County Road E bridge 1s State owned - up to
State to instigate a change,
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- I.ake Josephine public access (in Rosevi1le)
does impact Arden Hills; suggested possibility
of rest~icting lake to non~motorized boats -
too small a lake for public power boat use
(110 acre lake); feels the lake is appropriately
"sed no.. - reported that a larger ramp and
parking facility is proposed.
ProRram Leadero/Supervisors for 1980 Spring and Summer Program
Hanson moved, seconded by Wingert, that Council approve tbe
Program Leaders/Supervisors for tbe 1980 spring and summer Programs
as listed in ~uckley's May 8 memo; motion carried un~nimous1y.
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Approval of Temporary Park Maintenance Employee
Hanson moved, seconded by Wingert, tbat Council authorize the
biring of Kevin Fuller as a temporary park maintenance employee
at $3.5C/hour for .four hourS/day and Saturdays, if needed, until
the CETA employees start work.
Buckley said he anticip~tes tbat Fuller will qualify under the
CETA Program, ;and then work full time under tbe CETA Program at
$3.10/br. Motion carried. (Hanson, Wingert, Woodburn voting in
favor of motion; Cricbton voting in opposition).
(Crichton queried the advisability of hiring at $3.50/hr and then
reducing wage to $3.10 later).
Ramsey County Sheriff Department - Proposed Increase in Mileage Cost
Council was referred to Sheriff Proposed Increase in Mileage Cost
and to McNiesh's calculations in ".0 to Woodburn.
Hanson moved, seconded by Crichton, that Council authorize 35c/mi1e
as recommended in MCNiesh's memo. Motion carried unanimously.
M~de1 Noise Control Oidiriance
Council queried whether ordinance is practical, and whether we'd
be attempting to enforce something that is unenfo~ceab1e. MCNiesh
was requested to repore in-put from other communities relative
to the o~dinance proposal.
REPORT OF VILLAGE TREASURER DONALD LAMB (absent)
Investments (by McNiesh)
$100,000 @ Oak Park Heights @ 13%, maturing on August 15th.
$120,000 @ First Banks, St. Paul @ 12.25%, maturing on July 31st.
Crichton moved to ratify the Treasurer's investments ss reported.
Motion was seconded by Hanson and carried unanimously.
REPORT or VILLAGE CLERK ADMINISTRATOR CHARLOTTE McNIESH
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~icipa~ Finance Officers Conference - Donald Lamb
Woodburn moved, seconded by Hanson, that Council approve the attend-
ance of Village Treasurer Lamb at the Municipal Finance Officers
Conference. Motion carried unanimously.
Approval ~f Licenses
Wingert moved, seconded by Crichton, that Council approve the
follOwing licenses:
1. Retsil Sales - Arden Gift Gallery
2. Grocery and Off Sale Malt - Penny's
3. Rubbish Hauler - O.W. Manthei & Son upon approval
of City Health Officer.
Motion c8?ried unanimously.
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Resolution No. 80-23, Requesting Metro Council HRA to Apply
for Rehabilitation Grant Funds
McNiesh reported the City has had about 6 applications, One @
$2,400 was granted approved; have one in process and had one
approved @ $5,000.
Hanson Dloved, seconded by Wingert, that Council adopt Resolution
No. 80-23. Motion carried (Hanson, Wingert, Woodburn voting in.
favor of the Motion; Crichton voting in opposition).
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Apportionment Resolutions - Karth Lake South
Crichton moved, seconded by Wingert, that Council adopt Apportion-
ment Resolutions Nos. 80-24 through 80-28. Motion carried
unanimol!.sly.
1981 Bud~et Calendar
Council concurred with proposed 1981 Budget Calendar as submitted.
Claims and Payroll
McNiesh referred CounCil to three additional checks to be included
in Claims approval.
Crichton moved, seconded by Hanson, that Council approve the Claims
and PayrOll, including the three additional checks, as submitted.
Motion carried unanimously.
Case No. 80-14, Preliminary Plat - Kenna Addition to Arden Hilla
___ Schedule Public Hearing
Wingert moved, seconded by CriChton, that Council schedule the
Public Hearing before tbe Planning Commission at 8:00 p.m. on
Wednesday, June 4th. Motion carried unanimously.
Vil1a~lal1/public Works Trash Collection
McNiesh reported that the City has had one pick-up a week @ $23.S0/mo.;
cost for two pick-ups/week @ $32.00 is proposed by Johansen during
the summer months. Council ~oncurred.
ProPo!.!..!!..l'ub1ic HeaTing Notice :re Amending Ordinance No. 213
Council was referred to proposed Ordinanc~ Amending Ordinance No.
213. McNiesh noted that "Schools, Special Education" is proposed
D (Planned Unit Development Pe~mit) in the four reSidential districts
(R-l thElI R-4) and the two bus:!.ness districts (B-1 and B-2), at
the suggestion of Attorney Lync\en; Council c;an make appropriate
~hangea subsequent to the public hearing. Council concurred.
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~asts~_Beverage Park Dedication
H~neon reported that tbe City trail in the Chatham area is partially
on SOo Line property; suggested that City negotiate easement(s)
for the trail as a trade-off for the Eastside Beverage park dedication
or for future park dedication for future Soo Line property develop-
ment. It was also noted that Soo Line is opposed to RCWD drainage
controls required on their property. No action was taken by Council.
Conne11L..Avenue - No Parki'!K.. Signs
Council dl$Cussed problem of truc~ parking on a portion of Connelly
Avenue; concurred to authorize the installation of additional "No
Parkil1g" 8igns along west side of easterly CODnel1y Avenue.
Ad:lournmeu~
Win~ere-m;,ved, se~onded bv
12:]1 a.D. Motion carried
Hanson, that the meeting adjourn at
unanin'o,,"ly.
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Charlotte McNiesh
Clerk Administrator
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Notice -p-f Meetins:
The next Regular Council
1980 at 7:30 p,m. at the
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Meeting will be held
Village Hall.
on Tuesday, May 27,