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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCC 04-12-1982 . . , Minutes of Regular Council Meeting Village of Arden Hills Monday, April 12, 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 Woodburn, Councilmen Dale Hicks, Diane McAllister, Maurice Johnson Absent - None Also Present - Village Attorney James Lynden, Planner Orlyn Miller, Engineer Donald Christoffersen, Tteasurer Donald Lamb, Clerk Administrator Charlotte McNieih, Deputy Clerk Dorothy Zehm Approval of Minutes Johnson moved, seconded by McAllister, that the correction of the March 8th Council Minutes re Treasurer's Investment be approved, the Minutes of the Council Meetings of March 29th and April 5th be spproved as submitted and the Minutes of April 7th be approved as aaended. Motion carried unanimously (4-0). Business from the Floor None REPORT OF VILLAGE ATTORNEY JAMES LYNDEN Ordinance No. 223, Relating to Changeable Copy Signs Hicks moved, seconded by McAllister, that Council dispense with the second and final reading and adopt Ordinance No. 223, AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTIONS 21-4(B) (22) (c) AND 21-7(f) (2) AND ADDING A NEW SUBSECTION (g) TO SECTION 21-7 OF THE ARDEN HILLS CODE RELATING TO CHANGEABLE COPY SIGNS. Motion cartied unanimously (4-0). Ordinance No. 224, re Control of Amusement Devicea and Games Council discussed methods of control of amusement deviees .and games in Arden Hills, which Attorney Lynden said could be accom- plished either by licensing ordinance or by amending the Zoning Ordinance. Some concerns expressed were: - where permitted in City - numbers permitted per establishment - hours of operation - maximum percentage of establishment for amusement devices - supervision - age requirement to operate - area of establishments in which devices can be located. - regulations outside of establishments where liquor is sold After discussion, Hicks moved, seconded bv McAllister, that Ordi- nance No. 224,AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CITY CODE, ADDING A SECTION RE CONTROL OF AMUSEMENT DEVICES AND GAMES, be introduced by title. Motion carried unanimously (4-0). Case No. 81-23, Arden Oaks Development Agreement Council was referred to smended draft of DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT FOR ARDEN OAKS ADDITION which developer Laughinghouse said is essentially very satisfactory. Laughinghouse noted the follow- ing concerns: - DaRe 4 ec) comDletion Date - would like some "give and take" in case of unforeseen events, which may occur, and they cannot complete by July 30th. Minutes of Regular Council Meeting April 12, 1982 ' - page 6. noted there ~ay not be a "pay~ent" bond. Council concurred to strike the words "and Pay~ent" (fifth line of 1st whole paragraph, page 6) - psge 8.(d) suggested rewording of paragraph to clarify that the developer does not waive his right to challenge special assess~ents levied for i~prove~ents loeated outside the boundaries of the subdivision. Council authorized Lynden to change wording accordingly. - page 10, line 8. Laughinghouse suggested that the last sentence should resd "...by which the Developer or others..." Council concurred. - - Exhibit "C", City I~provements. Engineer Christoffersen noted that Exhibit C excludea all propertiea outside the plat. It waa queried whether.the six years can also apply to properties outside the plat. Referred to Popovich. . After discuasion, Johnaon moved, seconded by Hicks, that Council approve the Development Agree~ent For Arden Oaka Addition as revised 4-12~82. Motion carried unanimoualy. (4-0). Laughinghouse aaked if park area will bear a portion of the cost of improve~ents; was advised this is an aasessment hearing concern. Christoffersen noted a line-of-sight grading proble~ as the road curves around the park. Laughinghouse said the required grade can be accomplished with the aubdivision grading, if grade is established prior to award of grading contract. REPORT OF VILLAGE PLANNER ORLYN MILLER Motorola Tower LightinR - Dan Vaughan Vaughan said he is willing to do what is legally possible to solve the proble~; stated he will construct the red pulsing lights and hopefUlly this will solve the problem; noted that this is not something he knew he could do when he made application for the tower. Vaughan said the red pulsing lights would be in lieu of the strobes at night. When asked about twilight requirements, he said strobes are required - ia still quite light outside when they change. Vaughan said there will also be per~anent red lights. As to ti~ing, Vaughsn said they will ~ake the change as fast as they possibly can; is sure they can put up the red lights. Hicks ssid he wss i~pressed with the fact that strobes require less energy than the red lights; asked what percentage of the cost Kearsley will bear; suggested the alternative suggested by Kearsley of adding white side lights at strobes, with steady red lights between on a trial basis; can switch to pulsing red lights instead of strobes if necessary. Hicks noted the white lights are safer for pilots at night. . . Vaughan said he is co~~itted to go the whole route; agrees to put up all red lights if Council doea not agree that the proposed alternatives are satisfactory; asked if the pulaing red lights will be the ulti~ate expected of hi~ by Council, if this doesn't work; doesn't want to go the cost of red lights and then have further proble~s. Adele Anderson said she feels the need for resident input. Tower height should be reduced to 500' and should "do away" with the strobes; we ~ay not like the strobe lights even in day ti~e. Sally Jones asked who is going to decide if we are satisfied with the ays tem. (na~e not given) atated she feels it is an in- justice to ~ialead the City before the tower want. up. -2- , Kinu(es of Regular Council Keeting April 12, 1982 Hicks explained that his interest in suggesting was that Council would expect resident reaction City office. the experiment by a call to the Sally Jones said that more people object than are present tonight; said they have a petition. Anderson said she sees no need for the petition tonight; can sub- mit it later if needed. Council thanked Vaughan for coming; auggested that he work closely with Council during the anticipated three to four week experi- mental lighting period. . Case No. 82-3, Special Use Permit for 11,000 Gallon L.P. Above Ground Storage Tank - Columbia Transit, 1901 West Cty. Rd. F Killer reported that the Planning Commission held the Public Heer- ing on this Special Use Permit request on April 7th; no public pre- sent at the hearing. Killer explained that the bus terminal is a non-conforming use in the R-1 District; therefore the first issue is to determine whether or not the proposed L.P. tank conatitutes an expansion of this non-conforming use; noted it was determined by a previous Council that the formerly approved diesel fuel tank was operation- al only and not considered an expansion of the non-conforming use. Council was referred to Planning Kemo (3-31-82), Planning Commis- sion Minutes of 4-7-82 and to transparency of the Columbia Transit site indicating the proposed location of the 11,000 gallon L.P. tank. Killer reported the Planning Commission concerns re safety, and tbe Commission's recommendation tbet Council approve tbe tank oriented east/west, instead of nortb/south aa ahown, with no acreening, and contingent upon aix contingencies listed in the Planning Commiaaion Kinutes (4-7-82). A photograph of tbe tank, at Columbia Transit's terminal at Como and Snelling, was sbown to Council, and a revised site plan, with tbe tank oriented east/west, as recommended by the Planning Com- mission was reviewed. The applicant reported that the State Fire Karshal has also approved the east/west orientation of the tank. In discussion, it waa noted that tbe proposed tank at the Arden Hills terminal will be the same aa the one shown in the photo, which ia a refurbished rail car. It was explained that burying the tank is possible (tank would actually be "buried above ground"; tank would be covered with dirt, not below the existing surface). It was explained thet the reason for this is that propane is heevier than air and would flow through the earth and possibly get into sanitary and storm sewers. It was noted that the Columbia Transit tank, at the Como facility, is covere~with a fire-proofing treatment required by St. Paul.; tank is 11/16" steel. . Concern was e~pressed by Johnson re the tank located 75' from gasoline pumps; a fire could occur. Johnson said he doesn't appreciate this size tank above ground; would like to lower the profile; noted that the tank may not be expanding the existing non-conforming use, but it makes sure the non-conforming uae re- ..ains the re. McAllister moved, seconded by Hicks, that Council approve the Special Use Permit for the 11,000 gallon L.P. tank as oriented in the amended site plan (received 4-12-82). Hicks moved to amend the motion, adding the following conditions: e. Tank installation meets fire code requirements in letter from State Fire Marshal (dated February 26, 1982) and the requirements of the local Fire Chief. -3- Minures of Regular Council Meeting . April 12, 1982 ' b. The installation ia thoroughly inspected by the local Fire Chief prior to filling the tank with fuel. c. The tank is certified by manufacturer or qualified engineer that it is suitable for permanent storage. d. The fuel dispense hose separation (LP and gasoline) requirement of 25 feet is met or exceeded. e. Loading be scheduled during hours school is not in session. f. Tank to be tan in color. Motion on the amendment carried (McAllister, Hicks, Woodburn voting in favor; Johnson opposed (3-1). Original motion, as amended, csrried (McAllister, Hicks, Woodburn voting in favor; Johnson opposed) (3-1). 4It Case 82-5. Side Setback Variance for House - Lot 1 Block 4, Karth Lake South Council was referred to Planning Memo (4-6-82) Board of Appeals report (4-7-82), Planning Commission Minutes (4-7-82) and to transparencies of subject lot and of the sres surrounding the lot. Miller reported that the Board of Appeals and Planning Commission recommend Council approval of the 13' corner lot setback request- ed. Miller reviewed the reasons which are the basis of the recom- mendation: 1. The power line easement constricts the building area of the lot. 2. Platting occured prior to the 40' setback requirement. 3. Granting of the variance allows for better use of lot without creating undesirable conditions for neighbor- ing properties. Miller noted that the house can be oriented north and south but, because of terrain, is better sited east and west. In discussion, it was queried whether a 10' variance would suffice, if house and/or garage were reduced in size. Miller said it would not permit a two-car garage; proposed house and garage is 66' wide, not considered out of character with other homes in the area, or overly large. Hicks moved, seconded by McAllister, that Council approve the 13' setback variance as requested (27' setback) on Lot 1, Block 4, Karth Lake South. Motion carried (Hicks, Johnson, Woodburn vot- ing in favor of the motion; McAllister opposed). (3-1). Civil Defense Siren Specifications - Advertisement for Bids Council was referred to the proposed specifications for the Civil Defense siren; noted that three-phase is recommended because it requires less maintenance. but initial cost of installation is higher because NSP will have to bring three-phase in to to serve this area. Miller reported that NSP will allow the City to use its easement; required pole height will be reviewed when the actual siren location is determined; Miller said there will be no chawge by Northwestern Bell Telephone; NSP charges City for the appro- 4It priate transformer; NSP will pay for the "drop". Miller said he would recommend that the siren be located south of Briarknoll at Floral Park, which would site it away from homes; NSP favors a site north of Briarknoll; either will work. Hicks moved, seconded by Johnson, that Council approve the plans and specifications for the siren and advertise for bids. Motion carried unanimously (4-0). It was Council's understanding that the bid opening uled after the siren location has been determined. quested to schedule a meeting with Johnson, Taylor, NSP to determine the appropriate siren location. will be sched- Miller has re- Johansen and -4- , Minutes of Regular Council Meeting April 12, 1982 REPORT OF VILLAGE ENGINEER DONALD CHRISTOFFERSEN Minnesota Department of Transportation - Traffic Signals, County Road E and TH51 Rsmps Hicks queried the reason for the signal at the west ramp which seems unnecessary. It wss explained that MnDOT engineers feel there will be a problem getting off the ramp at County Road E with anticipated increasing traffic; prefer to install both aignals at one time so they can be synchronized. Hicks said he doesn't agree with the installation of the extra signal if it is not necessary, especially if the reason is because ~it doesn't cost us anything~. . After discussion, McAllister moved, seconded by Johnson, that Council adopt Resolution No. 82-22, AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AGREEMENT NO. 60588. Mo Uon carried unanimous ly (4-0). Revised Plans for Skimmers. Improvement No. ST-81-2, Lexington/I- 694 Drainage Council was referred to Change Order No.2 Project ST 81-2 and to the Lexington Ave./I-694 Drainage Plans on which Christoffersen indicated the location of the skimmers to be deleted from the pro- ject, reducing the cost by $8,488.00, After Christoffersen explained the revised skimmer plans, Hicks moved, seconded by Johnson, that Council approve Change Order No.2, Project ST81-2. Motion carried unanimously (4-0). Status Report - Land O'Lakes Clear Water Ponding Area Christoffersen reported he has discussed the grading of the pond, and the existence of the debris which was pushed into the pond, with Bill Thompson at Land O'Lakes; agrees that it looks terrible. Christoffersen said he called the contractor some time ago to return and remove the debris, which has not been done to date. Christoffersen said the piles are actually mounds of snow covered with cattail debris. Noted it will be corrected prior to his recommendation to accept the project; City is holding 5% of con- tract. Christoffersen said he will call Thompson at Land O'Lakes relative to the letter, and will see that the contractor corrects the situation satisfactorily. Arden Hills Request for An Amendment to the Water Quality Policy Plan for Metropolitan Waste Control Commission Acquisition and Extension of the New Brighton Trunk Sewer Council was referred to letter from Metro Council re meeting on April 15 of the Physical Development Committee which will consider the Arden Hill's amendment request. After discussion, Council requested Christoffersen to attend the mee ting. REPORT OF VILLAGE TREASURER DONALD LAMB . Inves tmen ts 3-31-82 - $115,642.06 at Twin City Federal at 14.65% interest, maturing 8-18-82 4-5-82 - $100,000.00 at Minnesota Federal at 14.50% interest, maturing 10-1-82 McAllister moved, seconded by Hicks, that Council ratify the in- vestments by Treasurer Lamb. Motion carried unsnimously (4-0). Cab Ie Bauer Ine. south TV Statua Report - William Bauer distributad handOuts of Teleprompter of the North Suburbs, Channel Line Up and Construction Schedule, noting that the portion of Arden Hills is in Tier one. Bauer reported the next commission meeting will be April 29th; re- quested Council iaput prior to an interim meeting on April 22nd. Bauer said Teleprompter projects 57-58% will subscribe to Cable T.V. -5- Minutes of Regular Council Meeting , April 12, 19B2 . Newsletter Committee Bauer requested Council input relative to the Town Crier; invited Council to the 6:45 a.m. Newsletter Committee Meeting at Steak Inn on Wednesday April 7th. Woodburn said a Council liaison to the Newsletter Committee will be appointed after a Council appointment has been made, probably in early May. OTHER BUSINESS Bid Award - 1982 Diseased Tree Removal Contract Council was refer~ed to Buckley's memo (4-8-82) and to attached bid proposals and bid tabulations. . McNiesh suggested, in future years, the tabulation be based on the number of trees the contractor removed; explained that the figures are distorted quite a bit when the tabulations are based on total number of diseased trees, because many of the smaller trees are removed by the property owner. After discussion, Hicks moved, seconded by McAllister, that Council award the Tree Removal Contract to the low bidder, Precision Land- acape and Tree Inc. Motion carried unanimously (4-0). Approval to Purchase Blacktop Roller and Used Trailer Council was referred to Johansen's memo (4-8-82), incorporating three informal quotes received for a blacktop roller. McAllister moved, seconded by Hicks, that Council authorize the purchase of the blacktop roller from Case Power & Equipment at $3,989.00 as per memo. Motion carried unanimously (4-0). Johnson moved, seconded by Hicks, that Council approve the pur- chase of a used trailer from the City of Roseville for $300.00 as per memo, Motion carried unanimously (4-0), Finance Committee Recommendations: Increase in Water Utility Rates: Council waa referred to the Minutes of the Finance Committee of 4-8-82 re water utility rates, recommending an increase in water utility rates, effective April 1, 1982, of 10c/M gallons; minimum rates to be established as per McNiesh's table of 4-1-82. McNiesh reported she had recommended a 15C increase/M gallons in order to accumulate a .cushion" for anticipated additional water tower and operating costs. In discussion, concern was expressed re the unusual number of water main breaks in 1981 which presumably, could occur again. It was noted that Arden Hills cannot charge less than Roseville (by contract); rates in Falcon Heights (88C/M gallons) and White Bear Lake (86C/M gallons) were noted. It was noted that if the operating quesstimate is correct, the 10C increase would not allow anything to add to reserves. It was anticipated another increase . would be needed later this year. Hicks moved, seconded by McAllister, that Council adopt Resolution No. 82-23 which approves a 15C/M gallon water utility rate increase and minimum rates as per McNiesh's memo. Motion carried unanimous- ly (4-0). Notice of Water Utility Rate Increases Council approved the draft of the notice, as ame.ded. Capital Improvements Outline - Comprehensive De~lopment Plan Council authorized forwarding of Outline For Narrative For C.I.P. to Planner Miller. -6- . ~ Minufes of Regular Council Meeting April 12, 1982 REPORT OF VILLAGE CLERK ADMINISTRATOR CHARLOTTE MC NIESH Claims and Payroll Hicks moved, seconded by McAllister, that Council approve the Claims and two Payrolls as submitted. Motion carried unanimously (4-0) . I COUNCIL LIAISON REPORTS McAllister - reported the Trinity Lutheran Church Parking Agree- ment is ready, pending notorization of signatures; reported CDC is working on their Parking Agreement. . Johnson - reported the Fire Board anticipates a response from the LJVF Dept. re the min./max. proposal at its next meeting. Johnson moved Council approval of the revised draft of the letter as submitted by Public Safety Committee Chairman Susanna Taylor. Motion was seconded by Hicks and carried unanimously (4-0). Johnson reported that Ramsey County Sheriff favors the St. Paul Drug Paraphernalia Ordinance; hopes other citiss will adopt it. After discussion, Johnson moved, seconded by Hicks, that Council authorize the City Attorney to prepare an ordinance draft patterned after the St. Paul Drug Paraphernalia Ordinance. Motion carried unanimously (4-0). Woodburn - referred Council to Rice Creek Watershed District Minutes relative to raised manholes in area south of County Road E2. McNiesh was requested to check with Christoffersen as to whether the number of manholes to be raised is the same as dis- cussed at the joint meeting. Woodburn reported that Christopher Mullin, 1793 Gramsie Road, is one of the 1982 Finalists in the presidential Scholars Program and has been awarded a certificate by the Presidents Commission on Preaidential Scholars. McNiesh was requested to prepare a resolution congratulating him on his accomplishment. Woodburn reported that Bethel College is having a specisl event on April 30th recognizing the retirement of President Lundquist, and inviting the.~ity Council to send s greeting. McNiesh wss requested to prepare a Resolution. Planning Commission Appointment Mayor Woodburn appointed Martin Grogan as 2nd alternate member of the Planning Commission. Hicks moved, seconded by McAllister, that Council ratify the appointment. Motion carried unanimously (4-0). Adjournment Hicks moved, seconded by McAllister, that the meeting adjourn at li05 a.m. Motion carried unanimoualy. . ~illfJ?~~ Charlotte McNiesh Clerk Administrator R~~AA~ Robert L. Woodburn Mayor Notice of Meeting The next Regular Council Meeting will be held on Monday, April 26, 1982 at 7:30 p.m. at the Villaga Hall. -7-