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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCC 04-26-1982 . ~. -. - Minutes of Regular Council Meeting Village of Arden Hills Monday, April 26, 1982 - 7:30 p.m. Vi llage 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 Woodburn, Councilmen Maurice Johnson, Diane McAlliater, Dale Hicks Absent - None Also Present - Bond Counsel Peter Popovich, Attorney James Lynden, Treasuref Donald Lamb, Clerk Administrator Charlotte McNiesh, Deputy Clerk Dorothy Zehm Approval of Minutes Hicks moved, seconded by Johnson, that Council approve the Minutes of the April 12th Council meeting, as submitted. Motion carried unanimously (4-0). BUSINESS FROM THE FLOOR None REPORT OF BOND COUNSEL PETER POPOVICH Bids - $3,355,000 General Obligation Temporary Improvement Bonds of 1982 - Resolution No. 82-26, Accepting Bid on Sale of General Obligation Temporary Improvement Bonds of 1982 Council wss referred to the Results of Sale which consisted of two bids: 1. The First National Bank of Saint Paul BancNorthwest American Nstional Bank of St. Paul Piper, Jaffray & Hopwood, Co-Managers 8.75% $3,328,193,55 Price $907,493.95 Net Interest Cos t 9.0163% Net-Interest Rate Account Members All !son-Willi ams Cronin & Marcotte, Inc. First Bank, Minneapolis M.H. Novick Robert S.C. Peterson, Inc. Dean Witter Reynolds Moore, Juran & Company 2. Dain Bosworth Incorporated Blyth Eastman Paine Webber Inc. Merrill Lynch White Weld Capital Markets Group, Co-Managers 9.00% $3,314,740.00 Price $946,110.00 Net Interest Cost 9.4000% Net Interest Cas t Popovich referred Council to monthly and weekly Bond Indexes, and to a list of recent Minnesota Municipal Sales; noted that the Arden Hills bid of. 9.0163 Det interest rate is 4.11% below the 20 year Index; explained that the rate of interest on assessments covered by this issue, to be established by Council, can be 1% over 9.0163, up to 12%. ' After review of the history of past City of Arden Hills Sales and discussion, Popovich recommended that Council accept the low bid. Minutes of Regular Council Meeting April 26, 1982 f - Hicks moved, seconded by McAllister, that Council adopt Resolution No. 82-26, ACCEPTING BID ON SALE OF $3,355,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION TEMPORARY IMPROVEMENT BONDS OF 1982, PROVIDING FOR THEIR ISSUANCE. Motion carried unanimously (4-0) REPORT OF VILLAGE ATTORNEY JAMES LYNDEN Ordinance No. 224 re Control of Amusement Devices and Games - Draft Council was referred to Lynden's letter of 4-23-82 and draft of Ordinance 224 - AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO COIN-OPERATED AMUSEMENT DEVICES AND AMUSEMENT ARCADES. Council suggested changes which Lynden was requested to incorporate . in a re-draft of the ordinance for review at the next Council meeting. Case No. 82-3, Special Use Permit for L.P. Gas Stor~e Tank - Columbia Transit Council was referred to draft of M-V Gas Company - Special Use Permit. McAllister moved, seconded by Hicks, that Council approve the Special Use Permit - Case 82-3, as submitted. Motion carried (McAllister, Hicks, Woodburn voting in favor of the motion; Johnson voting in opposition.) (3-1) Case No. 81-29, Final Plat - Royal Hills Lynden referred Council to his letter of 4-26-82 re: Case No. 81- 20, Marcel Eibensteiner -- (1) Proposed Final Plat (2) Petition to EQB. Lynden noted that a portion of Floral Drive (south edge of Royal Hills plat) is shown as vacated; suggested the vacation should be by City Council. It waa Council's understanding that Lynden look into the matter and effect the vacation; if it has not been accom- plished. Lynden was also requested to prepare a Development Agree- ment for Royal Hills (similar to the Royal Oaks Development Agree- ment) and that Eibensteiner be so advised. Lynden suggested that the Royal Hills Final Plat approval be sub- ject to the developer's entering into a development agreement, and resolution of the EQB matter. After discussion, it waa the general concensus of Council that supportive information be gathered, and that Lynden be authorized to challenge the petition on behalf of the City. REPORT OF VILLAGE TREASURER DONALD LAMB Investmenta 4-15-82 -$208.039.36 at Twin City Federal at 14.65% interest to mature 8-16-82 4-19-82 - $106,733.99 at Twin City Federal at 14.60% interest to mature 10-19-82 . McAllister moved, seconded by Johnson, that Council ratify the Treasurer's investments. Motion carried unanimously. OTHER BUSINESS Approval of 1982 Summer Program Council was referred to the Parks Minutes of 4-13-82 and to attached 1982 Program Activities Proposal. McAllister moved, seconded by Johnson, that Council approve the 1982 Summer Program as proposed. Motion carried unanimously (4-0). Cummings Park Grading McAllister reported that Park Director Buckley indicates that CDC is proceeding with a parking agreement for the City's use of CDC parking lot adjacent to Cummings Park; reported that approval of the grading plan, as per Concept "c" is requested so area can be seeded this spring. -2- . . ... Minutes of Regular Council Meeting April 26, 1982 Council was referred to Concept "C". Parks Chairman Adele Anderson explained that the proposed grading allows for a second ball field in the future (if needed); proposal is to grade for it, actually may be utilized for some other activity. Mary Alice Slick expressed concern re development of the park; ex- plained that the neighborhood has not had a "say" on the matter; residenta living near the cul-de-sac are concerned about noise, litter and extensive use by ball players so young children can't use it; also of concern is viaibility of the ball field very close to the homes. Al Anderson said he attended a Parks meeting which was attended by 30 or 40 of the neighbors; cannot recall any support of a ball diamond, as such; concensus of the group was no ball diamonds at all. Adele Anderson explained that the easterly ball field, as proposed, will be depressed, and will, therefore, be less visible and less noisy. The area west of this field will be graded so that, in the future, a ball field could be created if it is desired, Susan Anderson asked if it has already been decided that one ball diamond will be put in the park; said it was explained to them that it was to be developed to serve the neighborhood, not in- dustry; a large ball field is not oriented to a neighborhood at- mosphere; the initial use will be by teams scheduled for its use- a lot of beer, noise--; it would be better to develop as a neigh- borhood facility first. Mary Gillies said she attended both Parks meetings relative to Cummings Park; said it was her impression that the proposed grad- ing is to be the same whether or not ball field; are put in; the grading is not intended only for construction of ball fields~ second field could accomodate a neighborhood field for soccer, softball or other games. It was explained that the Parks Department is requesting Council approval to authorize preparation of plans and specifications for the grading of Cummings Park as per plan Concept "C"; actual de- velopment of the park will be reviewed again by Council. Hicks moved, seconded by McAllister, that Council authorize pre- paration of plans and specifications for the grading of Cummings Park as per Concept "C", contingent upon approval of parking agreement with Control Data Corporation. Motion carried unan- imously (4-0). 1982 Spring Program Leaders Council was referred to Buckley's memo of 4-26-82 recommending the hiring of leaders for the 1982 Spring Program. McAllister moved, seconded by Hicks, that Council approve the hiring of 1982 Spring Program Leaders as listed in memo. Motion carried unanimously (4-0). Resolution No. 82-24, Congratulating Christopher S. Mullin Hicks moved, seconded by Johnson, that Council adopt Resolution No. 82-24, RESOLUTION CONGRATULATING CHRISTOPHER S MULLIN, named a finalist in the 1982 pre'sidential Scholars Program. Motion carried unanimously (4-0). Resolution No. 82-25, Commending Dr. Carl Lundquist Johnson moved, seconded by Hicks, that Council adopt Resolution No. 82-25, RESOLUTION COMMENDING DR. CARL LUNDQUIST, retiring after twenty eight years as President of Bethel College and Seminary. Motion carried unanimously (4-0). Fire Contract Johnson reported that the Fire Board recommends approval of the 5-year Fire Contract with a 10% minimum and 15% maximum, as agreed to by Lake Johanna Volunteer Fire Department; reported that Shore- view's At torney Filla wi 11 prepare the con t rac t for app roval by the municipalities. -3- Minutes of Regular Council Meeting April 26, 1982 ~ REPORT OF VILLAGE CLERK ADMINISTRATOR CHARLOTTE Me NlESH Approval of Troje's Sanitation License McNiesh reported that Health Officer Dr.Dunn has approved the application for Rubbish Hauler License; fee charged will be $6/month. McAllister moved, seconded by Johnson, that Council approve the Troje's Sanitation license for the balance of 1982. Motion carried unanimously (4-0). Village Hall Rent - RCWD McNiesh reported that RCWD's rent for use of the Village Hall two evenings a month is currently $200/year; asked if the rent is to 4It remain the same in 1982. After discussion, Johnson moved, seconded by Hicks, that the RCWD rent continue at $200/year for 1982, and that RCWD be notifed that the 1983 rent will be $300/year. Motion carried unanimously (4-0). Payroll McNiesh referred Council to list of four checks, totalling, $1,589.96, submitted for approval of payment in addition to the payroll. Johnson moved, seconded by McAllister, that Council approve the Payroll and four claims as submitted. Motion carried unanimously (4-0). May Council Meetings McNiesh noted that the ~ast Monday in May is Memorial Day; con- sequently, the second Council meeting must be re-scheduled. Johnson moved, seconded by Hicks, that May Council meetings be held on the 10th and 24th. Motion carried unanimously (4-0). 1982 Budget Reviaions Council was referred to list of revisions to the 1982 Budget. Council concurred with the revisions as submitted. Rice Creek Watershed District Meeting re Royal Hills Plat and ApPlication Relative to an endangered Wetland where City pro- poses a road. Council authorized Engineer Christoffersen's attendance at the meeting on behalf of Arden Hills. Meeting re New Brighton Interceptor Council authorized Engineer Christoffersen's attendance at the New Brighton Interceptor meeting at the Fridley Community Center at 3:00 p.m., May 5th, to represent Arden Hills' interests. Stop Sign at Glenview Ave. and Glenview Court A telephone request from David Price was reporte~ expressing con- cern relative to the existing "Stop" sign at Glenview Ave. and Glenview Court; suggesting either enforcement or removal of the . sign. The need for two other stop signs at the following locations was also queriedl Fairview ~nd Crystal Valentine Ave., & Valentine Court Council referred the three intersections to the Public Safety Committee for its recommendations. COUNCIL LIAISON REPORTS Cable TV McAllister referred Council to memo (4-20-82) to the North Sub- urban cable Commission re Roseville's concerns as it relates to the draft agreement of Joint Powers Agreement to Administer Cable TV Franchise. 'Council did not concur with some of Roseville's -4- . . . " Minutes of Regular Council Meeting April 26, 1982 comments; suggested that Bill Bauer be invited to a Council meet- ing for a status report when convenient. MobilefManufactured Housing McAllister referred Council to League of Minnesota Cities Action Alert re new legialation prohibiting the exclusion of mobile/ manufactured homes from other than mobile home parks. After discusaion, it was the general con census that the zoning Ordinance should be amended. Council requested Planner Miller to memo the Planning Commission and Council on suggested Zoning Ordinance changes, for Planning Commission consideration at its June meeting, Council Appointment Applications Woodburn suggested that the deadline be extended beyond April 30th to receive resumes from, applicants for Council appointment, because the Town Crier, notifying residents of the vacancy on the Council, was mailed about s week later than was anticipated. McAllister moved, seconded by Hicks, that Council extend the dead- line to May 7th. Motion carried unanimously (4-0). ISO Inspection Johnson reported that Arden Hills and Shoreview have responded to the letter requesting up-dated information which would warrant an ISO inspection; noted that North Oaks may also have responded. Johnson said that to date there has been no reply relative to an ISO inspection. Public Safety Letter Johnson referred Council to burglary statistics indicating an ap- proximate 14% increase in residential and non-residential burglaries 1980-1981, noted this will be inserted in the letter from the Public Safety Committee. It was noted that it may be a "little mis-lead- ing" since we have more houses than in 1980. Civil Defense Siren Johnson reported that he met with Planner Miller, Public Safety Chairman Taylor, Public Works Supervisor Johansen and a represen- tative of NSP re an appropriate siren location in the north area. Johnson said the suggested locations at the north of Briarknoll and near Floral Park seemed too close to residential development; the NSP substation site on Old Hwy. 10, North of 1-694 at 918' elevation is considered to be a favorable location, but NSP has expressed some concern that the siren may adversely affect the sale of the land; approval of the site is therefore pending NSP approval. Mrs. Tuggle asked if the siren at the proposed NSP site would he effective in the Floral Drive area. Johnson said its effective radius is 4500 feet. Council concurred with the proposed NSP siting if it can be ob- tained. Watershed Districts Woodburn referred Council to the Minnesota Act re Watershed Dis- tricts in the Metro area; suggested the City may want to consider a water quality and storm water management ordinance; noted the City will then take on the responsibility, as well. Council con- curred that the copy of the Act be circulated among the Council members. Adjournment Hicks moved, seconded by Johnson a Motion carrie unanimously that the meeting adjourn at 11:40 (4-0)~ ~.J~ Robert L. Woodburn Mayor Charlotte McNiesh Clerk Administrator Notice of Meeting: The next Regular Council Meeting will be held on Monday, May 10, 1982 at 7130 p,m. at the Village Hall. -5-