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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCC 09-30-1982 " Minutes of Regular Council Meeting Village of Arden Hills Monday, Augus t 30, 1982 - 7:30 p.m. Village Hall Call to Order Pursuant to due call and notice the reof , Mayor Woodburn called the. meeting to order at 7:34 p.m. Roll Call Present - Mayor Robert Woodburn, Councilmen Diane McAllister, Mauri ce Johnson, Thomas Mulcahy . Absent - Coun ci lman Dale Hicks Also Present - Engineer Donald Christoffersen, Donald Lund, Michael Kraemer and Howard Preston, Treasurer Donald Lamb, Clerk Administrator Charlotte McNiesh, Deputy Clerk Dorothy Zehm Business from the Floor Tim Tugg le, 4126 James Circle, asked if anything has been done relative to the proposed Arden Hills Parkway system. Councilman Mulcahy reported that the proposal was favorably received by the Parks and Recreation Committee and Planning Commission; noted that he .intends to bring the matter before the Council at a future meeting when Councilman Hicks re turns from overseas. Tuggle asked the s ta tus of the "Lindey's Triangle" property. It was reported that the matter will be before the County Board of Commissioners on Sept. 7th, meeting starts at 10:00 a..m. t Court House council chambers. Ramsey County Action Programs, Inc. - Slide Presentation Mr. James Brown, Ramsey County Action Programs Inc. (RAP) , ex- plained that the program is mandated to serve all of Ramsey Coun ty . Slides were shown depicting "what it means to be poorll and indicated four districts in St. Paul in which the program is working to ai d the poor by giving assistance in various ways (education, health care, energy assis tance, transportation etc.). Brown exp lained that the assis tance is provided to "low incomell families (e.g. family of four with income of $9,000 max per ye ar) . Gerald Singer, 1370 Eide Circle, asked how RAP approaches the suburbs. Brown said flyers are sent to all County residen ts via NSP mailings; we reach the people in any way we can - req ues t ideas on how to reach peop le in need; asked that anyone needing assistance call RAP at 227-8954. REPORT OF VILLAGE ENGINEER DONALD CHRISTOFFERSEN Impr. No. P-81-1, Grey Fox Road - Approve Substantial Completion . Counci 1 was referred to Christoffersen's letter of Aug. 19 th, recommending that the Counci 1 declare the improvement aubstan- tially complete; also re ferred Council to attached list of items to be completed or corrected. In discussion, Christoffersen noted that the temporary timbers . between the tracks at the grade crossing will be replaced with permanent timbers; described incline to be about 4% - 6%. After d~scussion, McAllister moved, seconded by Mulcahy, that Council declare Improvement No. P-81-1, Grey Fox Road, as sub- stantially complete. Motion carried unanimously (4-0) . Johnston Easement- Arden Oaks Addi tion Christoffersen reported that the Johnston easement has not been resolved; described th ree alternatives: - ---------- ---------- Minutes of Regular Council Meeting " August 30, 1982 Page Two a) deeper rerouted sewer b) jack sewer thru the area c) condemnation Christoffersen said the cost of "j acking" is not known as yet; noted that it appears the other alternatives are estimated to cos.t about $4,000. Council concurred that Lynden and Christoffersen negotiate the easement with the Johnstons in the most economical way. Christoffersen noted that a "change order" may be needed. Hamline Avenue/Floral Drive Turn Lane Options . Howard Preston, Traffic Engineer (SEH) , reported traffic statistics at Haml~ne/Floral/County Rd. F: 1979-81 - no reported accidents at Hamline/Floral (Ramsey County Sheriff) - seve n at Hamline/County Rd. F - traffic volume - approx. 5000/day on Hamline - no count taken on Floral,esti- mated 400/day - available r.o.w. - 100' width north of Floral 150' width south of Floral - interaection delay 0:00-8:00 a..m.. ) 10-20 seconds (average) to 60 second's (peak) Floral Dr. Tom Rockne, 4104 James Circle, said th ere have been accidents at Floral and Hamline and County F and Ham line, may not have been reported; reported there were two accidents in the las t two weeks , .... one today. A<:1t.<ti!t<.~' Pres t 'n acknow Ie dged that there are problems which can be resolved within the exis ting r.o.w.. In his analysis, reported that no), , significant accident problem was found; traffic volume on Haml ne or Floral are not excessively high; 20-60 second delay is no t unusual, and is f ai r ly typical, at an intersection of a minor street with an arterial. Preston concluded that two lanes can be constructed as des cribed. but are not considered "vitalll at this time; can be included in the upg rade of Hamline. Preston explained that the north bound left lane to Floral Dr. is more costly roadway construction; explained that the new north bound thru-lane would be moved to the eas t, and a right turn lane added to the east of it. Preston explained that the south bound lane taper, north of Floral (to a point south of Floral) can be easily constructed to p rovi de a right turn lane to Floral Drive. Ch ris tof fe rsen explained that Hamline is on the MSA system from County Road F to Hwy. 96; south of Co un ty F is StateHwy. r.o.w. In discussion, Preston noted tha t the 5000 vehicles per day volume on Hamline, includes both north and south; at Hwy. 96 and Hamline, the count was 2600 north bound only; therefore, determined the . Hamline volume is about equal at Floral Dr. and at Hwy. 96. Tom Rockne said the major problem is not the righ t turn onto Floral from the north; feels the two lanes north bound from the sou th to Floral, present a problem for lef t turns onto Floral, especially between 3:00 and 5:30 p.m. I twas noted that the righ t lane into CPI is being used a by-pass lane (north . turn as bound) and cars are constantly running down the sign at the CPI driveway. Preston said the suggested left turn lane would resolve the p ro- blem; does not like the by-pass lane as a solution; another left turn may also be needed at Eide Circle e tc. It was noted by Tim Tuggle that when the 'new road is comp Ie ted to Floral Drive at Floral Park there will be additional traffic at the Floral Dr. /Hamline intersection. Christoffersen said an in- crease in traffic, with the new roada, is recognized. N.oted that -2- ---- . Minutes of Regular Council Meeting Augua t 30, 1982 Page Three Hamline is the next MSA street scheduled to be upgraded, when MSA dollars become available. Mayor Woodb urn said he would like to find a solution to the north bo'und left turn situation; asked estimated cos t as a sin- gular project. Preston suggested that the City pursue the matter with the State, offering to pay the City's share. Christoffersen commented that the cost would probably be more the Ci ty 's than assesaed, if done by itself because it would be difficult to show "benefit". Christoffersen explained that MSA streets can be cons truc ted in segments, possibly over three years. . Johnson suggested that the Engineer prepsre a schematic drawing, including drainage problems to be encountered, for the upgrade of Hamline. Christoffersen said a drainage study was included in tbe previous Hamline report; questioned tbe adequacy of the report for a. 44,' Wi.~rO~SA req1:.ement is now 46' width ,for .z f.our lanes; -4../fJ4'J..<, , '-'.~ YU :;?<t:,t.. 11/ C'-7U ..e<-~> .tu{e", ~ 7;n.eL 7?7 4 a A.:t-u.-<A.b~. ' , Mulcahy e pressed concern re more asphalt; suggested the concept plan should consider a narrower "parkway" street. Council concurred that the Engineer be requested to evaluate his old report and to provide Council with al te rnat i ves and ideas ,which can ~e accommodated in the existing right-of-way for Council's conaideration. Woo db urn offered to wri te MnDOT relative to the need for a north bound left turn lane at Floral Drive, offering payment of Arden Hill's share of the construction cost for the project. Review of Inflow/Infiltration Study ~EngineerB Lund and Kraeme I' (SEH) were present to answer questions .~nd/or.review parts of the Infiltration/Inflow Analysia Report. In discul!sion, Council was referred to Tsble 5-3 which indi ca tes elJtimated ssvings/yesr for each district a f te I' removal of I and I. Lund noted that inflow is the 1 e as t expensive to find and correct; infiltration is sometimes difficult to find and remove; .noted that Arden Hills will reelize s substantial savings by do- ing SSES work. Lund exp lained that there are ways to proceed with a sequential program, if the City is in teres ted; csn proceed with as large or as small an area as the City wants. Lund re- ported that Roseville has effected an annual program to rehabil- itate its sewer system; sre doing a flow monitor just before and after the work; work will be done next year and the results will 'be known next year. Where to get the initial money to start the SSES was queried. Matter was referred to the Finance Committee for its input: - is an SSES prsctical (e.g. District 6)? - where to ge t the initial money? - priority basis? . Engineer Lund offered to assist the Finance Committee if the Committee desires additional information or has questions. Cab Ie Communications Ci ti zen Advisory Committee Recommendations re Draft IV Cable Communications Ordinance - Franchise Allreement - Bill Bauer Council was referred to Draft IV of the Franchise Agreement, to Duties of the Commission and Cities, prepared by Anita L. Benda (8-25-82) to Attorney Lynden 's letter of 6-30a82 re Draft II I, and to Group W Proposed Rates. Bill Bauer reported that the Cab Ie Communication Citizen Advisory Committee recommends Council approval; reported th a I' it is also recommended for approval by the No rth Suburban Cab le Commission; stated he anticipates no modification by Group W attorney, 'if any, it will be minor. Bauer said Certification is an ticipated this fall. -3- ----------- Minutes of Regular Council Meeting , < Aug us t 30, 1982 Page Four After dis cus s ion, Mulcahy moved that Council introduce Ordinance No. 226 by tit Ie, AN ORDINANCE, INCLUDING ADDENDUM WITH EXHIBITS, GRANTING A FRANCHISE TO GROUP W CABLE OF THE NORTH SUBURBS, INC. , A MINNESOTA CORPORATION, TO OPE RATE AND MAINTAIN A CAB LE COMMUNI- CATION SYSTEM IN THE CITY; SETTING FORTH CONDITIONS ACCOMP ANY IN G THE GRANT OF FRANCHISE; PROVIDING FOR REGULATION, AND USE OF THE SYSTEM; AND PRESCRIBING PENALTIES FOR THE VIOLATION OF ITS PRO- VISIONS. Motion was seconded by Johnson, and carried unanimously. (4-0) . Bauer noted that the City's cos ts should be calculated for re- imbursement and should include pos tage , clerical, publication, attorney's fees etc. to date - all anticipated expenses until 5% . franchise fee is paid; costs incurred after the franchise is accep te dare to be billed to Group W for payment. It was noted that these expenditures are reimbursed and should not affect the City Budget. (Johnson left the meeting at 11:20 p.m.) . REPORT OF VILLAGE TREASURER DONALD LAMB Investments: Aug. 16 - $1,379,155.56 at 1st National, St. Paul @ 9.50% for .2 months, maturing 10-15-82 Aug. 18 - $115,642.06 at Twin City Federal @ 8.50% to mature 9-20-82 Aug. 19 - $100,000 at Northwestern Bank, Mpls . @ 9.0% for 3 mos., maturing 11-17-82 Aug. 24 - $440,728.74 @ 10.0% at Northwestern Bank, St. Paul for 6 mos., maturing 2-22-83 Aug. 30 - $100,000 at 1st National, Mpls. @ 9.25% for 6 mos. it maturing 2-28-83 Mulcahy moved, seconded by McAllister, that Co un ci 1 ratify the Treasurer's in ves tmen ts. Motion carried unanimously (3-0) . Electrical Inspection Fees Council was referred to the Minutes of the Finance Committee relative to proposed increase in electrical inspection fees by Metropolitan Inspection Service, Inc. it representing an ave rage increase of 20% over a two year period. McAllister moved, seconded by Mulcahy, that Council app rove the Fee Schedule for Electrical Permits as proposed, effective January 1 , 1983. Mo ti on carried unanimously (3 -0) . Gambling License Fee McNiesh reported that the Finance Committee recommends a $25.00 . Gambling License fee; asked if Council concars and if the fee should be charged for school raffles as well as for other non- profit organizations. Af t e r discussion, McNiesh was requested to prepare a resolution establishing the $25.00 Gamb ling Li cense fee and provisions for waiver of the fee for certain licenses, dependent upon amoun t of money involved. (Blanks to be filled in by Council at time of adoption of the resolution) . Allied Painting Request re Reimbursing Village Attorney Fees Council was referred to Attorney Lynden's letter of 8-27-82 re Water Tower Paint Overspray Problems, and to McNiesh's memo of 8-27-82. After discussion, McAllister moved that Council authorize the re lease of $7,000.00, and to drop the City's claim for attorney's -4- ------- . . Minutes of Regular Council Meeting Augus t 30, 1982 Page Four fees incurred to date, ss outlined in Lynden's letter of 8-27-82. Motion was seconded by Mulcahy and csrried unanimous 1y (3-0) . Re1e sse of 35 Acres - Arsenal Property Council requested McNiesh to draft a letter to Representative Bruce Vento requesting release of the already dee1ared surplus 35 aeres of arsenal property to Arden Hills, all, or a portion of wh i ch , to be used for park purposes; 1e t te r to also request his assistance in release of additional arsenal property to Arden Hills, as it is dee1ared as surplus, for public and private use and to request a meeting with his administrative assistant and the Ar den Hills Coun ci 1 on this subject. . Noise Ordinance - Preliminary Discussion Council was referred to Shoreview Ordinance and sample noise ordi- n an ce from Ramsey County Sheriff re Model Noise Control Ordinance. No action was t.aken. Matter was deferred to a future Council meeting. REPORT OF VILLAGE CLERK ADMINISTRATOR CHARLOTTE MC NIESH . 1983 Proposed. Budget The 1983 Proposed Budget was dis tributed to Council. McNiesh noted thst the 12% interest rate, used for budget purposes, may be high; suggested 9-10% may be more realistic, in view of reeent investments. McNiesh noted that the Budget will be reviewed by the Finance Committee at its next meeting, at which time a public hearing is also scheduled relative to proposed use of Revenue Sharing monies ($33,000) . McNiesh noted that the 1983 budget as submitted is ab ou t $39,000 over the levy limit, McNiesh reported that a combined Finance/Council meeting is s che duled on Sept. 16th to consider the budget; Counei1 is s ched- u1ed to adopt the 1983 budget on Sept. 27th. Gambling License - Minnesota Waste Assfn. Mulcahy moved, seconded by McAllister, that Council approve the Gambling License foz Minnesota Waste Association as per appli- cation. Motion carried. Mulcahy, Woodburn voting in favor of the mo tion; McA1liater voting in opposition (2-1) . Suburban Chamber of Commerce Le t t e r re Paramedic Service Council was referred to letter from Suburban Area Chamber of Commerce requesting Ci ty , S point of view relative to use of tax dollars to offset increasing paramedic cos ts . McAllister moved, seconded by Mulcahy, tha t Council supports the "Patient pays for all paramedic costs" point of view. Motion carried unanimously (3-0) . COUNCIL LIAISON REPORTS un . Summer Program Evaluation Report Council was referred to the Playground Evaluation from Ross Fleming, Summer Playground Di re c to r. Some of the concerns expressed by Council were: 1 . The program should be a "meaningful experience" for the children, not the staff; the staff is employed. 2. Council has reservations about the unstructured program of the staff; feels more instruction should be given to s taf f membe rs. 3. Questioned office work at Village Hall by playground leader rather than cut in staff. 4. Lateness of the report - a month after program ended. -5- ------------- Minutes of Regulsr Council Meeting ~ . August 3D, 1982 Psge Five Home Occupations - Ststus Report Council requested a status report from Attorney Filla relative to pending home occupations - auto repair. Amusement Arcade Ordinance No. 224 Woodburn reported that Patrick Flaherty plans to come to the Sep tembe r 13th Council meeting to discuss the Amusement Arcsde Ordinance. Ad j ournmen t Mulcahy moved, seconded by McAllister, that the meeting adjourn at 12: 30 8.111. Motion carried unanimously (3-0) . . O:LL~~Jj)}ti~~~~ ~?-A~'jy,,- -;~.-<A4 / Charlotte McNiesh Robert Woodburn Cl e rk Administrator Mayor Notice of MeetinK The next Regular Council Meeting will be on Mon day, September 13, 1982 at 7: 30 p.m. at the VU lage Hall. , . , -6-