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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCC 08-08-1983 , Minutes of Regular Counci I MeetIng Village of Arden Hil Is Monday, August 8, 1983 - 7:30 p.m. Village Hall Ca II to Order Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, Mayor Woodburn called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. Roll Ca II Present - Mayor Woodburn, Councilmen Dale Hicks, Diane MeAl lister, Thomas Mulcahy, MIchael ChrIstiansen None . Absent - Also Present - Engineer Donald Christoffersen, Treasurer Donald Lamb, Planner Orlyn Miller, Clerk Administrator Charlotte McNlesh, Deputy Clerk Dorothy Zehm Approval of Minutes HIcks moved, seconded by ChristIansen, that the Minutes of July 25th be approved as amended. Motion carried unanimously. (5-0) BusIness from the Floor None REPORT OF VILLAGE ENGINEER DONALD CHRISTOFFERSEN Authorization to Execute DraInage, Highway and RevIsed Slope Easements - LexlnQton Improvement No. 83-1 (SAP 62-651-20) Council was referred to revised Temporary Slope Easement, wording of which Is approved by City Attorney James Lynden. MeAl lister moved, seconded by Hicks, that Council authorize execution of Temporary Slope Easement, DraInage Easement and Highway Easement, Parcel No. 102, ProJect SAP 62-651-20. Motion carrIed unanimously. (5-0) Request for Village Concurrence for Ramsey County to Award the Contract for LexlnQton Avenue Improvement to Forest Lake ContractlnQ . Councl I was referred to letter from Ramsey County (7-29-83) requesting Arden Hills' concurrence In the award of the Lexington Avenue contract to the low bidder, Forest Lake Contracting Company. Hicks moved, seconded by MeAl lister, that Council concurs with Ramsey County's award of contract for Lexington Avenue Improvement (SAP'62-651-20) to Forest Lake ContractIng Company. Motion carried unanImously. (5-0) Resolution RecelvinQ Feaslbl litv Reports and Providing for PublIc HearlnQs: I. No. 83-40, Impr. No. W-83-4 (north of STH 96) 2. No. 83-41. Impr. No. W-83-5 (south of STH 96) After discussion re necessity of two separate meetings for the two Public Hearings, MeAl lister moved, seconded by Hicks, that Council adopt Resolution No. 83-40, RECEIVING FEASIBILITY REPORT AND PROVIDING FOR PUBLIC HEARIi'G ON IMPROVEMENT NO. W-83-4 (NORTH OF STH 96) on August 22, 1983 at 7:30 p.m., and adopt Resolution No. 83-41, RECEIVING FEASIBILITY REPORT AND PROVIDING FOR PUBLIC HEARING ON IMPROVE- MENT NO. 83-5 (SOUTH OF STH 96) on August 29, 1983 at 7:30 p.m. Motion carried unanImously. (5-0) Resolution No. 83-4Z, ProvidIng for Public Hearing on August 29, 1983 on the Proposed Assessments for: Impr. No. SS-W-P-ST-81-3 (Arden Oaks) Impr. No. W-P-ST-81-5 (Royal ~ll IS) Impr. No. SS-83-2 (Sewer Extension to 1315 Red Fox Road) Impr. No. SS-W-P-ST-83-3 (Hazelnut Park Addition Council discussed City policy relative to past assessment practices for various types of Improvements. It was the general concensus of Councl I that the - .. Minutes of Regular Councl I Meeting August 8, 1983 Page Two sewer/water/street Improvements be assessed on a unit basis, spread over 6 years (Royal Hil Is, Arden Oaks, Hazelnut), and that the sewer Improvement (Red Fox Rd.) be spread over 10 years; gravity sewer to be on front foot basis (700' - Reiling, 237' - Nielsen); force main cost to be assessed to Nielsen. Status Report - Arden Plaza Dralna~e Woodburn reported that he and City Engineer Christoffersen met with Dassow (C.G. Rein) relative to correction of drainage and dumpster situations; noted that Oassow has agreed to correct the problems. REPORT OF VILLAGE PLANNER ORLYN MILLER . Case No. 83-17. Front Setback - Lot 12. Block 4. Josephine Hills A transparency of the subJect lot and proposed house location was shown. Councl I was referred to Board of Appeals report (7-20-83), Planning memo (7-26-83) and to Planning Commission recommendations (Minutes of August 3, 1983). Miller explained that a portion of the lot Is within the Flood Fringe District; noted that residences are permitted provided that the basement floor Is at or above the regulatory flood protection elevation (886 In this case). Miller explained that the proposed house wi II be 2 feet above that elevation and will require about 21 yards of fill to protect the plumbing, and wi II have very little Impact on the wetland. MI I ler indicated an alternative access to the lot from the south from Edgewater; noted there is a slgplficant grade change In this area, requiring grading and tree removal, resulting In greater Impact on the wetland. Alexander showed a scale model of the lot and house; reported that RCWD has approved the proposed location and fll I; explained that, as proposed, It will require a minimum amount of fll I; noted that the garage and utility core Is to the northwest of the site; if moved to the south, garage and house would have to be on pi lings. Alexander said they discussed their house proposal with members of the Lake Josephine Association; noted that exact measurements were unknown at that time; said he wants his house to blend Into the neighborhood; feels It fits the environment, which was also a consideration of RCWD. Lamb reported that Ray Moss, a neighbor on Fernwood, cal led the Village Hal I tonight to advise that he has no opposition; does not know whether he was speaking for himself or other members of the association as wel I. A transparency showing sight lines for existing homes to the lake was shown. Alexander noted that the proposed location wll I enable use of solar energy; south area would negate this posslbll ity. The lake easement and access easement to Edgewater were noted. Alexander said his attorney is verifying these easements; noted that the lake easement is 10' wide and about 20' long; access easement from Edgewater across Klatt lot may have been cancelled when Klatt house was built. Christiansen moved, seconded by Hicks, that-Council approve the 20' front setback variance on Lot 12, Block 4, Josephine Hi lis, as proposed. Motion carried . (Christiansen, Hicks, Mulcahy, Woodbum voting In favor of the motion; MCAllister. abstaining (4-0-1). Case No. 83-20, Site Plan Review - Additional Gasoline Pump Island, Amoco Station. 1306 W. County Road E A transparency of site plan was shown, and Councl I was referred to Planning memo (7-27-83), and to Planning Commission recommendations (Minutes of Aug. 3, 1983). Miller explained that the additional pump Island wi II have three pumps; noted that the. proposed location does not affect on-site circulation adversely; noted that no variances are needed and the additional pumps do not Impact on the parking requirements. Miller reported that this station Is not under SUP - was apparently built prior to the SUP requirement for service stations. In discussion, concern was cars/trucks between service the easterly access drive. expressed relative to sufficient room to manipulate doors and the proposed easterly pump Island and at Miller said the proposed Island Is 12' from the east -2- . Minutes of Regular Council Meeting August 8, 1983 Page Th ree . drive; existing island Is 16' from west drive; proposed island Is 60+ feet from the servIce bay; feels the pump Island wi II not be an encroachment on traffic flow; noted that the timing of high use of the service bays Is not normally at the time of high use of the pumps. Hicks moved, seconded-by MeAl lister, that Council approve the Amoco Station site plan with the additional pump Island as proposed. Motion carried unanimously. (5-0) Case No. 83-15A, Lot Spilt and Site Plan Review, Woodbrld~ePropertles. Phases II and II I Copies of the revised lot spilt plan (8-8-83) were reviewed by Counci I. Miller explained that the split, as proposed, wI II essentially equalize parking on the Phase II and Phase III lots. Miller referred Council to areas of Planning Com- mission concern and dIscussion: - access to Pine Tree Drive, - location of trash enclosure, Bldg. I II. MIller reported that the Planning Commission recommends approval of the site plan for Phases II and I I I, subject to applicants response to a re-deslgn of the entrance drive at Pine Tree DrIve and relocation of the trash enclosure, which currently Is proposed In the front setback of the Phase I II bui Idlng. Miller reviewed the recommended condItIons of approval, which reflect the same requirements as for Phase I. David WeIr, G~ry Vogel, Scott de Lambert and Eric Nesset were present. A modified site plan was presented which Incorporated a re-deslgn of the Pine Tree Drive dIvided entry, providing a longer Island divider. Vogel noted that the traffIc approaching the exit from the site Is controlled by a "Stop" sign from the north and from the south; noted that the entrance modIficatIons, and trash enclosure relocation reduce the number of parkIng spaces by about 6. Vogel noted that the trash enclosure has been relocated and Incorporated In the Phase I, Building A enclosure. In discussion, the height of the apartments to the south and McGuIre's motel were estimated at 35' and 40'+ respectively. It was noted that cross easements wll I be needed over the three-phase site relative to trash enclosures (Phase I I I and Phase I), parking (Phases II and I II and Phase I - A and B), pond, roads, uti Ilties, etc. (al I Phases) and should be fl led with the City. It was noted that even sma I I changes In the site plan, after approval, should be reported to Council. Vogel described the detention basin, which he said wll I be constructed with Phase I; noted that a baffled weIr wi II al low It to drain without overburdening the line In Pine Tree Drive. In discussion. Christoffersen suggested that a water loop connection be considered (Vogel said It wi II be looped); noted that because utilities are to serve more than one owner, some agreement wll I be needed for maintenance and repairs; suggested an association type agreement as In the townhouse villages. . Hicks moved that Council approve the lot spilt Into Parcels 3A and 3B (dated 8-8-83) and the modified site plan of Phases II and III (dated 8-8-83), SUbJect to the followIng: I. Slgnage Plan approved by Planning Commission and Councl I. 2. Site utilities plan approved by City Engineer. 3. Grading and drainage plan approved by City Engineer. 4. Landscape Plan approved by City Planner. 5. Plan approved by Fire Chief. 6. Lighting and screening to be consistent with Phase I. 7. Cross-easements for parkIng, road, uti Iltles, detention pond to be recorded with the City prior to building occupancy. 8. Resolution of park dedication prior to buIlding occupancy. Motion was seconded by Christiansen and carried unanimously. (5-0>' Ordinance No. 229. Adoptln~ by Reference the Uniform Fire Code - Final Readln~ -, Councl ~~_lil r:e~er d to Planning memo (8-4-83) relative to recommended districts In whlc" and combustible liquids should be prohibited;' In which bulk plants for f aV Ie and combustIble lIquids should be prohibited., Miller noted -3- Minutes of Regular Councl I Meeting August 8, 1983 Page Four . that certain users (schools, bus terminals, etc.), which are located in resi- dential districts, need LPG or fuel 011 In larger than 500 gal Ion tanks; suggested they could possibly be al lowed by SUP. Concern was exprossed to use of Zoning Districts as Fire Districts. Another concern was blasting agents (a separate category). Miller noted that some ordinances he reviewed include a prohibition of blasting from the community. Christiansen moved to table the Final Reading until the r~~~jihangeS are Incorporated In the Fire Code, Including prohibition -c5~Il!wrn agents from the community, and statements added to Items I and 3 (Planner's me ) relative to storage of larger than 500 gallons by Special Use Permit, as provided In City Code, Section VI, E (10). Motion was seconded by MGAI lister and carried . unanimously. (5-0) Report re Re~ulation of Satellite Dishes and Antennas MI I ler reported that currently we are dealing with satellite dishes as an accessory use, enforcing side and rear setbacks; noted that 8 communities were contacted- re controls and problems: - only 3 have raised the Issue, and none have adopted regulations for dishes, but do have antenna controls. - found that the dishes are apparently not considered a serious problem to date; most communities treat them as accessory uses; some feel that the need to control may subside when Cable comes In. - noted that the City of Plymouth requires a Planning review before Instal lations. Miller noted that a cable distribution site, proposed In the industrial district, w I II be rev i ewed for SUP app rova I - I s cons i dered to be an "other than norma I accessory use"; reported that receiving antennas and towers are treated as height variances (are permitted 4' higher than district height limitations). In discussion, Mulcahy said there has not been a lot of attention given to the regulation; feels they are a visual eye-sore and ought to be regulated; would like to regulate dishes and height of private antennas, possibly to consider a "ban" on them; suggested that Councl I consider a "fee" to Instal I them, possibly equal to the cost of connecting to cable. McNlesh noted that fees should relate to enforcements costs. McAllister expressed concern that City may be confronted with first amendment problems; feels that orange newspaper boxes are also an eye-sore. McAI lister said she Is not inclined to pursue regulation of dishes and antennas at this time. No council action was taken. ReQuest for Aluminum Can RecvcllnQ Machine - Mike Albanefe McNlesh reported the merter was deleted from the Agenda untl I a location has been found for Council's consideration; noted that Arden -Plaza had not been consulted relative to the proposed Hauser Super Valu parking lot location. ReQuest for Sldwalk Sale Permit - Hol~aard's. Inc. Bob Bachman, Holgaard's, Inc., referred Council to his letter and drawing of the .... Sitzmark site, Indicating the proposed location of a 40' x 140' tent they would I ike to erect east of the building for a 4-day sale, Sept. 22 thru Sept. 25. Bachman says no signs have been ordered; does not anticipate a need for signs; noted that al I goods wi II be under the tent. Christiansen moved, seconded by MeAl lister, that Council approve the tent and 4-day sale, Sept. 22 thru Sept. 25. Motion carried unanimously. (5-0) Bachman reported a traffic sight problem at the southeast corner of the Sitzmark property; asked if the trash enclosure fence can be lowered to provide better sight line for traffic from the west. Council concurred that fence height may be reduced to Improve the line of sight for traffic, but must screen the dumpster area. Bachman asked if any permits are needed for the tent (bldg., electric, etc.). Need for permits was referred to Bui Idlng Inspector Squires and/or Electrical Inspector PetterseQ. -4- . . Minutes of Regular Councl I Meeting August 6, 1963 Page Five ReQuest for Temporary Sign - Hauser's Super Valu McNlesh reported that Hauser's Super Valu in Arden Plaza Intends to be open for business 24 hours/day beginning August 15th and requests permission to install a banner, advertising the new business hours for a period of two months. Hicks moved, seconded" by MeAl lister, that Councl I approve the use of the ban~er for 2 months. . In discussion, the 2-month time period was queried. It was noted that another banner recently approved Is sti II In use. Concern was expressed that soon there may be banners In several locations, which Is not the Intent of the sign ordinance. Hicks moved to change his motion to 30 days. McAl lister accepted the change. Motion, as amended, carried unanimously. (5-0) REPORT OF VILLAGE TREASURER DONALD LAMB Investments 7126/63 - $100,000 at Oak Park Heights at 10.25% Interest for one year, maturing 7/27/64. 7/26/63 - $262,500 at First Federat at 10.25% interest for 363 days, maturing 7/25/64. Christiansen moved to ratify the Treasurer's report. Motion was seconded by Mulcahy and carried unanimously. (5-0) Christiansen asked If City Is restricted to metro area banks for Investment purposes; suggested City may want to look into a California S & L which has rates 1/2 to 1% higher than In this area. McNlesh noted that Council will have to adopt a Resolution to add other despositorles. Propo~ed Fee for Inspection and Certification of Mobile Homes Sold in Mobile Home Parks Councl I was referred to memo from Building Inspector Squires (7-27-63) suggesting a fee of $25.00 for inspection and certification. Christiansen moved, seconded by Hicks, that Councl I establish an Inspection fee of $25.00 for certification that a mobile home sold In a mob I Ie home park meets the State safety requirements. Motion carried unanimously. (5-0) . Approve Plans and Specifications and Order Advertisement for Bids - Public Works Truck. WlnQ and Plow Council was referred to Johansen's memo of 6-3-63 re Specifications for New Truck, Box, Plow and Wlng,and attached specifications. In discussion, concern was expressed that the purchase will be $6,000 over budget. Alternative ways of budgeting the purchase were discussed. After discussion, Christiansen moved to defer the expenditure for the truck untl I January 1964. Motion was seconded by McAllister and carried unanimously. (5-0) Christiansen moved to place $21,000 In the Revolving Fund In 1963, ear-marked for the Public Works truck purchase in 1964. Motion was seconded by Hicks and carried unanimously. (5-0) Christiansen moved, seconded by Hicks, that Council approve the Plans and Specifi- cations tor the Truck and Accessory Equipment and authorized Advertisement for Bids for delivery In 1964. Motion carried unanimously. (5-0) OTHER BUSINESS Metropolitan Transit Commlsslor. Christiansen reported no response relative to the inquiry from MTQ relative to needs of Arden HI lis for circulatory transportation. Metropolitan Loser's Group McAllister noted that the group will meet on August 16th at 10:00 a.m. at the St. Louis Park City Hal I. -5- Minutes of Regular Council Meeting August 8, 1983 Page Six . . Cable TV McAllister reported that she attended the meetIng and referred Councl I to the proposed 1984 budget; noted that $6,900 (Arden HI lis' Initial contrIbution) wll I be reimbursed to Arden HII Is by Group W; noted that 1/4 of $6,900 is Arden HII Is' contribution to fund the last quarter of 1983. Fall Festival Councl I was referred to memo from Buckley (8-5-83) re the Arden Hills Fall Festival on Saturday, September 17th. Hicks moved, seconded by McAl lister, that Councl I waive any permit fees that ~ might be applicable, and authorize use of a City vehicle to move the stage from Edina to Arden HI lis and back. Motion carrIed unanimously. (5-0) Board of Appeals Meetlnq Hicks reported that the Board of Appeals spent 1/2 hour before the August Planning CommissIon meetIng with Planner Orlyn Mi I ler relative to variance applications and circumstances and basIs for granting variances; feels It was a half-hour wel I spent. It was noted that Board of Appeals meetings, at least during the summer months, wi II be scheduled on Thursday evenings; this was done to assist the chairman In scheduling meetings. (MeetIng day may have to be changed to Saturday mornings during winter months.) REPORT OF VILLAGE CLERK ADMINISTRATOR CHARLOTTE McNIESH ClaIms and Payrol I Councl I was referred to two lists of checks, In addition to list of August Claims and Payroll, one totalling $197,232.05 and the other totalling $75,215.76 (which wit I appear on the September list of Claims). Hicks moved, seconded by ChrIstiansen, that the Councl I approve the Claims and Payrol I as presented. Motion carried unanimously. (5-0) Special Auqust Council Meetlnq Hicks moved, seconded by Christiansen, that Councl I schedule a Special Councl I Meeting on Monday, August 22nd at 7:30 p.m. at the Village Hall. MotIon carried unanimously. (5-0) Reslqnatlon of Shirley Marshal I McNlesh reported the resignation of Shirley Marshall as Recording Secretary, effective August 31st. Christiansen moved to accept with regret the resignatIon of Shirley Marshal I. Motion was seconded by McAllIster and carrIed unanImously. (5-0) Council suggested that a notice of the vacancy be placed Town Crier. McNlesh to ask Shirley Marshall If she wll I the Minutes of the September finance CommIttee Meeting. In the next Issue of the be available to record Permit/License Fees . McNlesh asked Counci I If current or proposed Permit/License fees should be used for 1984 Proposed Budget. Council concurred that the proposed fees be used. Adjournment Hicks moved, seconded by McAllister, ~n carried una. nlmously. (5-0) 0uc/A-d'o ~ Charlotte McNlesh Clerk Administrator Notice of Councl I Meetlnqs that the meeting adjourn at 12:05 a.m. Robert L. Woodburn Mayor Specl a I Council Meeti ng - August 22, 1983 at 7: 30 p.m. - V I" age Ha II Regular Councl I Meeting - August 29, 1983 at 7:30 p.m. - Village Hall