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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCC 12-13-1982 , .. Minutes of Regular Council Meeting Village of Arden Hills Monday, December 13, 1982,- 7:30 p.m. Village Hall Call to Order Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, Mayor Woodburn called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. Roll Call Present - Mayor Robert L. Woodburn, Councilmen Thomas Mulcahy, Dale . Hicks, Diane McAllister, Maurice Johnson Absent - None Also ~resent - Attorney James Lynden, Engineer Donald Christoffersen, Public Works Supervisor Bud Johansen, Clerk Admin- istrator Charlotte McNiesh, Deputy Clerk Dorothy Zehm App roval of Minutes Johnson moved, seconded by McAllister, that the Minutes of the Regular Counci 1 Mee ting of November 22, 1982 be app roved as amended. Motion carried unanimously (5-0). Business from the Floor None REPORT OF VILLAGE ATTORNEY JAMES LYNDEN Ordinance No. 228, Amendin~ Ordinance No. 224 Regulatin~ Amusement Arcades and Coin Operated Amusement Devices Counci 1 was referred to draft of Or dinance 228: suggested that Sec. 4-12 be changed to coordinate hours with City curfew hours (chapter 17, City Code) which requires any minor under the age of sixteen (16 ) years to not be in unsupervised places in the City between the hours of 10: 00 p.m. and 5:00 a.m. (public streets, parks, public and other unsupervised places). McAllister moved, seconded by Johnson, that 9:30 o'clock p.m. on all nights of the week be the curfew for amusement device operation by minors. Motion carried unanimously (5 -0) . The following changes were made to Ordinance No. 228: 11Sec.. 4-12. Truants: hours of operation by minore. No truant from school shall operate a coin-operated amusement device, and no minor under the age of sixteen (16) years shall oper- ate such device on any night of the week after the hours- of 9: 30 o'clock p.m. unless he is accompanied by a parent or guardian. No person in charge of the premises where the de- vice is located shall permit it to be played or used in vio- lation of the provisions of this Section. " Sec. 3. Amendment to Section 4-22(e) of the Arden Hi 118 Code by Cha nging Caption and Substance Thereof. Section 4-22(e) . of the Arden Hi lls Code is he reby amended by deleting the existing Section 4-22(e) and substituting therefor the fol- lowing provision: "(e) Entrance of truants and minors prohibited unde r certain circums tances. No truant from school shall be permitted to enter or remain on any part of the p remi ses of the amusement arcade. No minor under the age of sixteen (16) years shall be permitted to enter or remain upon the premises of the amusement arcade any night of the week after the hours of 9: 30 o'clock p.m. unless accompanied by his parent or guardian. Af te r discussion, Hicks moved, seconded by Johnson, that Council adopt Ordinance No. 228, AN ORDINANCE AMENDING DIVISION 2 AND 3 OF ARTICLE 1 OF CHAPTER 4 OF THE ARDEN HILLS CODE, WHICH PROVIDE FOR THE REGULATION AND LICENSING OF COIN-OPERATED AMUSEMENT DEVICES -- r , Minutes of Regular Council Meeting Dec. 13, 1982 Psge Two AND AMUSEMENT ARCADES, BY CHANGING OR DELETING CERTAIN PROVISIONS THEREOF AND BY EXCEPTING LIQUOR LICENSEES FROM CERTAIN PROVISIONS THEREOF, ss amended. Motion carried (Hicks, Mulcahy, Johnson, McAllister voting in favor of the mot ion: Woodburn voting in op- position (4-1) , Approval of 1983 Liquor Licenses Council was referred to Lynden's Ie tter of 12-8-82 re 1983 Liquor License Applications. McNiesh reported that all corrections are being made in accordance with Lynden t s comments; advised that Fire Chief Koch and Ramsey . Co un ty Sheriff Division Commander Spencer have scheduled inspection of the liquor establishments. McAllister moved, seconded by Hicks, that Council approve the fol- lowing 1983 liquor licenses subject to approval by the Ci ty Attor- ney, Fire and Police Departments. Motion carried unanimously (5 -0) . 1 . Southmark Hospitality Management, Inc. d/b/a McGuire's Inn 1201 Wes t County Road E On-sale, On-sale Sunday 2. Big Ten Supper Club, 'Inc. 4703 Highwsy 10 On-sale, On-sale 'Sunday, Off-Sale 3 . GDM d/b/a Lindey's Prime Steak House 3610 N. Snelling Avenue On-sale, Off Sale . 4. Flaherty'a Arden Bowl, Inc. 1243 W. County Road E On-sale, On-sale Sunday 5. Arden Hills Club 4177 Fernwood On-a ale , On-sale Sunday 6. Blue Fox, Inc. 3833 N. Lexington Avenue On-sale, On-sale Sunday 7. Star Liquors, Inc. 3537 North Lexington Ave. Off-sale S ta tus Report - Lametti & Sons Inc. Arbitrstion Council was referred to Lynden's letter of 12 -10-82 re Lametti & 80nsl Inc. and the City of Arden Hills, to Mr Leighton (Attorney) and Ms, Heinitz (American Arbitration Association) in rebuttal to claims made by Lametti & Sons Inc. Lynden noted that the rebut tal is based on procedural defenses: . that Ci ty relied on the time 1!mi ts in the contract: contractor failed to notify Ci ty of problems or objections until several months after the contract work was completed, etc. REPORT OF VILLAGE ENGINEER DONALD CHRI STOFFE RSEN Manhole Covers Proposed by RCWD - South of Co un ty Road E-2 Council was referred to memo from Johansen (12-10-82) . Christoffersen reviewed the agreement that the City had made with RCWD, relative to the installation of waterproof msnhole covers by RCWD in the open space area south of County Rd. E2; noted that, as proposed now, all the adjusting rings are to be removed and some of the new covers will be below ground level. -2- . - Minutes of Regular Council Meeting Dec. 13, 1982 Page Three In discussion, it was queried how of ten the manholes will be cov- ered by water and/or soil: also how often access to them by Public Works is anticipated. It was noted by Christoffersen that he had specified the type of covers to be used to be placed above anticipated flood elevations; reported that the bid received by RCWD was above the anticipated amoun t; now intend to remove the rings and place the cas ting. directly on top of the manhole. Christoffersen reported that RCWD has ordered the contractor to not proceed until after their next meeting; , The general concensus of Council was that a letter ba sent to RCWD, requesting that the work be done as previously agreed; if no t agreeab Ie to RCWD, then req ues t that the castings be placed at the existing level, leaving the rings, and City will do the waterproofing around rings. Five Year Plan for Construction of State Aid Streets Council was referred to Christoffersen's suggested Municipal State-Aid Street System 5-year Construction Program for Arden Hills, for Council's approval; revised program to be submitted to MnDOT by Jan. 1 , 1983. In discussion, Christoffersen noted that MnDOT will be res pons ib Ie for the portion of Hamline Avenue, south of Floral Drive, balance of Hamline (north to Hwy. -96) will be the City's respons ib i li ty; suggested that the City enter into a cooperative planning effort wi th MnDOT to establish the design for the south portion of Hamline Ave. Hicks moved, seconded by Johnson, that Council authorize sending a Ie t te r to MnDOT indicating Arden Hill's willingness to exp lore a joint project. Motion carried unanimous ly (5-0). Hicks moved, seconded by Johnson, that Council approve ~he Munic- ipal State-Aid Street System 5-year Construction Program for Arden Hills 1983 thru 1987, as discussed this evening, adding an esti- mated State Aid expenditure in 1986 of $121,685, and noting that Hamline Avenue project is proposed in th ree phases (phase I in 1983, phase II in 1985 and ph ase I II in 1986/87) . Motion carried unanimously (5 -0) . Requests for Ci ty to Accept Streets and Utilities , and Reduce Per- formance Bond - Briarknoll Second Addition Council was referred to Christoffersen's letter of 12-10-82 rel- ative to request from the engineering company for Briarknoll 2nd Addition that the City accept the sanitary sewer. wa termain, storm sewer, curb and gutter and paving. Christoffersen, said that, if Council determines it would be acceptable to accept certain por- ti ons of the improvement, he recommends the City accept the under- ground utilities, subject to a maintenance bond naming City as ad- ditional obligee. Christoffersen said the whole project is not complete. Backfill behind curb s is not satisfactory and should be . corrected before acceptance: grading at south end of Norma Ave. connecting Briarknoll II to Royal Hil,ls is not finished; described a steep slope with no boulevard. Christoffersen said they have agreed to do everything requested; would like to start the main- tenance bond now. After discussion, McAllister moved, seconded by Johnson, that Council accept the underground utilities, and authorize reduction of the Letter of Credi t accordingly, subject to a one-year main- tenance bond naming the City as additional obligee. Motion carried unanimously (5 -0) . ~hristoffersen noted that the streets are substantially complete; anticipates they will be completed very soon). -3- - .' . Minutes of Regular Council Meeting Dec. 13, 1982 Page Four Proposed Amendment to Me tro Council Water Resources Development Guide Dealing with Sewage Treatment and Handling Council authorized Christoffersen to attend the Public Hearing on behalf of Arden Hi lIs. (Mee ting is scheduled at 2:00 p.m. on Jan. 6. 1983 in the Metropolitan Council Chamber, 300 Metro Square Bui lding. 7th and Robert Streets.) Case No. 82-23, Sign Setback Variances - Cardiac Pacemakers, Inc. Woodburn referred Council to Planning Memo (11-18-82) and Planning Commission recommendations (Minutes 12-1-82) The Planning Commision's recommendation of whether the proposed , signs are "directional" or "bus iness tl was queried. Jack Moore ( CP I) said the purpose of the signs is "directional", but the area of the signs under construction,exceeds the "directional sign" size maximum. After review of the colored sketch of the proposed signs, and dis- cussiont McAllister moved, seconded by Hicks. that Council approve a 25' setback variance for the proposed "business II sign at the County Road F CPI entrance drive, as per sketCh presented. Mo tion carried unanimous ly (5-0) . McAllister moved, seconded by Hicks, that Council deny the setback variance for the "business sign" proposed at the CPI Fernwood en- trance drive. Motion carried unanimoUSly (5 -0) , Case No. 82-24 Minor Subdivision - Herbert S, Johnson Com anies (3 lot subdivision at New Brighton Road and Stowe Avenue . Council was referred to Planning Memo 01-18-82 ) and Planning Com- mission re commenda tions (Minutes of 12-1-82) . After discussion, Mulcahy moved, seconded by Hicks, that Council approve the 3 lot resubdivision as proposed (Survey dated 11-3-82. prepared for Patrick Finn), recognizing the variance on one lot from the requirement of full lot frontage on a pub lic street. Motion carried unanimously (5-0) . Licenses for Amusement Arcades and Coin Operated Amusement Devices Council was referred to recommendations of the Finan ce Commi t tee (Minutes of 12-9-82), recommending the following fees: Amusement Arcade $120.00/year plus $30 for each device from the fourth through the tenth, and $60 for each device above the tenth. $1.230/year maximum. Amusemen t Devices (whether a part of arcade or other establishment) $40/device in 1983 $60/device in 1984 After discussion. McAllister moved that Council adopt Resolution No. 82-67, ESTABLISHING FEES FOR AMUSEMENT ARCADES AND COIN . OPERATED AMUSEMENT DEVICES AND RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 82-41. Motion was seconded by Hicks. In further discussion, it was noted tha t it has been our tendency in the pas t to review all fees pe riodi cally; Finance Committee had previously anticipated re-evaluation of all fees for 1984 permits/ 1icenaes. Hicka moved, seconded by Johnson, to amend Resolution No. 82-67, ID include eatablishment of fees for 1983 only; 1984 feea to be re- evaluated with other permit/license fees for 1984. Mo tion carried unanimously. (5-0) . Motion as amended, approving Resolution No. 82-67 carried unan- imous ly. (5-0) . -4- ~' . " Minutes of Regular Council Meeting Dec. 13, 1982 Page Five Resolution No. 82-64 , Establishing Fees for Electrical Permits and Rescinding Resolution No. 80-60 Hicks moved, seconded by McAllister, that Council adopt Reso- lution No. 82-64, RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING FEES FOR ELECTRICAL PERMITS AND RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 80-60. Motion carried unanimous 1y ( 5 -0) , Resolution No. 82-65, Supporting Changes in State Aid Formula Council was referred to s amp Ie resolution in support of changes in State Aid formula. , Af te r discussion, Hicks moved, seconded by McAllister that Counci I adopt Resolution No. 82 -6 5 , RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF CHANGES IN STATE AID FORMULA, as amended. Motion carried unanimously (5 -0) . McAllister moved, seconded by Hicks, that Council authorize the expenditure of $100.00 to support lobbying for changes in the State-Aid Formula in 1983. Motion carried unanimously (5-0). (Copies of Resolution No. 82-65 to be sent to legislators) . Resolution No. 82 -66 , Approving Public Works Union Agreement for 1983 and 1984 Mulcahy moved, seconded by Hicks, that Council adopt Resolution No. 82-66, RESOLUTION APPROVING 1983 LABOR AGREEMENT WITH INTER- NATIONAL UNION OF OPERATING ENGINEERS, LOCAL NO. 49. Motion car- ried unanimously (5 -0) . Donation - The Presbyterian Homes of Minnesota, Inc. Mayor Woodburn acknowledged receipt of a $1200.00 donation to the City of Arden Hills from the Presbyterian Homes of Minnesota, Inc. ~ and expressed Council's appreciation on behalf of the Ci ty. Approval for Building Inspector Squires to attend Annual Institute for Building Officials Council was referred to memo from Squires (11-26-82) . Hicks moved, seconded by Mulcahy, that Council authorize Squire's attendance at the three day Ins ti tu te for Building Officials to be held January 19, 20 and 21, 1983, and authorize the expendi- tures of $300,00 as outlined in memo. Motion carried unanimously (5-0) . Joint Powers Agreemen t for Northwest Suburban Youth Service Bureau - Resolution No. 82-68 After discussion, Hicks moved, seconded by Mulcahy that Council adopt Resolution No. 82-68 as amended. (Hicks, Mulcahy, Johnson, Woodburn voting in favor of the motion; McAllister voting in oppo- s i tiOll) (4-1) . 1983 Street Sweeping Agreement with New Brighton Council was referred to Street Sweeping Agreement dated ( 1l~30-82) between the City of New Brighton and the City of Arden Hills. . Hicks moved, seconded by Mulcahy, that Council authorize execution of the 1983 Street Sweeping Agreement by the Mayor and Clerk Ad- ministrator. Motion carried (Hicka, Mulcahy, Johnson, Woodburn voting in favor of the motion; McAllister voting in opposition (4-1) . Workmen's Compensation Program League of Minnesots Cities Insurance Trus t , McNiesh referred Council to Application for Coverage for the period January 1, 1983 to January 1 , 1984. Hicks moved, seconded by McAllister, that Council authorize execu- tion of the Application for Covera8e by the Clerk-Administrator. Motion carried unanimously (5-0) . . -5- ---- -~- .... . Minutes of Regular Council Meeting De c. 13, 1982 Page Six Protective Alarm Service Agreement, Electro Watchman Inc. McAllister moved, seconded by Hicks, that Council authorize execution of the Electro Watchman Protective Alarm Service Agree- ment by the Clerk Administrator. Motion carried unanimously (5-0). MnDOT Request re Maintenance of Traffic Signals at Hwys, 10 and 96 Council was referred to MnDOT's letter of 12-1-82 proposing certain maintenance of the revised traffic signal aystem at T.R. 10 at t.H. 96 by Arden Hills, and to memo from Johansen (12-7-82), After discussion, Mulcahy moved, seconded by Hicks, that Council deny the proposed shared maintenance program. Motion carried , unanimously (5-0), Approval of Skating Rink Attendants and Winter Program Personnel Council was referred to Buckley's memo fo 12-9-82 re 1983 Winter Program Personnel, recommending the hiring of leaders and super- visors. After discussion, Mulcahy moved, seconded by McAllister, that Council approve the hiring of Winter Program personnel as outlined in Buckley's memo, with the exception of the rate for Ice Skating Instruction which was retained at $6.00/hour. Motion carried unanimously (5-0). (Rationale is that this was the only proposed increase over the 1982 rate.) 1982/83 Phone Charges for Ice Rink Warming Shelters Council was referred to Buckley's memo of 12-9-82 relative to warming house telephones. After discussion, Hicks moved, seconded by McAllister that Council concur with Buckley's recommendation to install residential phone service in the shelters at Freeway, Hazelnut and Valentine parks, with toll restriction to eliminate long distance calls, as out- lined in memo, and retaining the coin phone service at Perry Park. (total estimated cost for season $542.00). Motion carried unan- imously (5-0). REPORT OF VILLAGE CLERK ADMINISTRATOR CHARLOTTE MC NIESH Claims and Payroll Hicks moved, seconded by McAllister, that Council approve the Claims and Payroll as submitted. Motion carried unanimously (5-0). Ramsey County League of Local Governments - Dinner Meeting McNiesh referred Council to RCLLG Newsletter of 11-30-82; suggest- ed that anyone desiring to attend the general membership dinner meeting on Wednesday, Dec. 15th at 6:30 p.m. at the Holiday Inn in Roseville, notify her so she can make the necessary reservations. Preliminary Discussion of 1983 Committees and Committee Liaison Council was referred to list of names of persons expressing interest in committee appointment for 1983. Woodburn asked Coun- . cil's recommendations at the December 27th Council meeting: 1982 attendance records for Board of Appeals and Newsletter Committee were requested by Woodburn. It was noted that Cable TV needs a few more members, Clerk to arrange for publicity. MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS County Road E Speed Check - Ken Weltzin to be invited to attend Council meeting of Dec. 27th relative to County Road E road width and bike paths. Ramsey County Public Works Meeting - Dec. 20th McNiesh to check with Weltzin to see if request for offical speed check on County Road E will be on the agenda, and to memo Council. -6- . 'Minutes of Regular Council Meeting Dec. 13, 1982 Page Seven Minneapolis Hide and Tallow Inspection Report Council asked for copy of next report; want to know if they are in compliance with MPC requirements. 1983 Budget It was noted that the Finance Committee is prepared to review the Budget, and suggest where cuts can be made to offset the Local Government Aid cuts by the Legislature. Adjournment Hicks moved, seconded by McAllister, thst the meeting adjourn , at 11: 59 p.m. Motion carried unsnimous ly (5 -0) . OZili/~~~]~ ~~~-- J Charlotte Mc tesh ' 0 ert L. Woodburn Clerk Administrator Mayor Notice of Meeting The next Regular Council Meeting will be held on Monday, December 27, 1982 at 7:30 p.m.' at the Village Hall. . -7-