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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCC 03-29-1982 . . . . , . Minutes of Regular Council Meeting Village of Arden Hills Monday, March 29, 1982 - 7:30 p.m. Village Hall Call to Order Pursuant to due call and Dotice thereof, Msyor Woodburn cslled the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. Roll Call Present - Mayor Robert Woodburn, Councilmen Janet Hollenhorst, Dale Hicks, Diane McAllister, Maurice Johnson Abs.at - None Also Present - Village Attorney James Lynden, Treasurer Donald Lamb, Clerk Administrator Charlotte McNiesh, Deputy Clerk Dorothy ~ehm Approval of Minutes Hicka moved, seconded by Johnson, that the Minutes of the Msrch 8th Council meeting be approved as submitted. Motion carried unanimously (5-0) Business from the Floor None REPORT OF VILLAGE ATTORNEY JAMES LYNDEN Case No. 81-23, Arden Oaks Development Agreement Council was referred to Lynden's letter of 3-4-82 and attached draft of Development Agreement for Arden Oaks Addition, and to latter from developer Kurt Laughinghouse relative to proposed chaaaes thereto. Council discussed the suggested changes with Lynden; deferred action pending review of amended draft with developer at the next Council meeting. Request of Pilarim House for Exemption from Requirements of Section 28-90 (a) of Arden Hills Code Council was referred to Lynden's letter of March 26, 1982 relative to Section 28-90 of the city code, which requires buildings used for human "habitation" to connect to the municipal sanitary sewer syatem. After discussion, Council concurred with Attorney Lynden's opinion that Pilgrim House is not a building used for human "habitations", as defined by Webster. McNiesh was requested to advise Pilgrim Houae that it will not, therefore, be required to connect to munic- ipal aanitary sewer. Ordinance No. 223, Amending City Code Chapter 21 re Changeable Copy Signs Johnson moved, seconded by McAllister, that Council introduce by title 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 carried unanimously (5-0) Screening of Exterior Storage - Michael Jay Council was referred to letter from Prosecuting Attorney Filla (3-18-22) re State of Minnesota (City of Arden Hills) vs. Michael Jay. -- , . Minutes of Regular Council Meeting March 29, 1982 Michael Jay presented a sample of fencing which he proposes to install along the south and west side of his Connelly Ave., Jay Brothers Construction property to screen the e~terior storage; , the chain link fence is to be 6 feet in height with vertical slats of brown heavy duty plastic (as per-sample shown), and cap- ped at top and bottom so strips cannot be removed; fence is 30% open to permit passage of air. Jay said the fence would e~tend from the building to the west pro- perty line at which point he would utilize the existing chain link fence (with the slats as shown) to screen the west side of the prope rty. . Council discussed the nature of the existing exterior storage on the site, relative to whether it is "accessory" to the principal use of the contracting business. Concern was expressed relative to the adequacy of the 6 foot high fence, which will only screen the low-profile storage. After discussion, Hollenhorst moved, seconded by McAllister that Council approve the installation of the 6' high fence as proposed at tonight's meeting, with brown vertical slats, capped at top and bottom, as per sample shown; Prosecuting Attorney to dismiss the complaint if the required fence installation is completed by June I, 1982. Motion carried unanimously (5-0). It was the concensus of the Council that present storage is a normal accessory use and a Special Use Permit is not required. Revised Uses of Federal Revenue Sharing Funds in 1981 - Public Hearing Mayor Woodburn opened the Public Hearing at 8:30 p.m. and Clerk Administrator McNiesh verified that the Notice of Hearing was published in the New Brighton Bulletin on March 18th. After determining that there were no comments from the floor, the Public Hearing was closed at 8:34 p.m. Hollenhorst moved, seconded by McAllister, that Council approve the revised uses of Federal Revenue Sharing Funds in 1981 as follows: Office Equipment Government Buildings Public Works Equipment Storm Sewers Parks Equipment LMC Building Consultants Fees Maintenance Park Equipment Summer Playground Instructors $ 408 3,860 2,670 639 8,592 2,966 5,017 4,592 5,256 $ 34,000 Draft Proposal for Management of Round Lake Council was referred to Draft Proposal for the Management of the Round Lake Unit of the Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge . by the U.S. Fish and Wild Life Service. Cheryl Grudnoske reported the view of the Round Lake residents, stating they are adamantly opposed to the lowering of the water level; noted that a one foot lowering has already been accomplished. Grudnoske said that Fish & Wildlife have agreed to abide by the wishes of the Round Lake residents and Council; residents have agreed to work with Fish & Wild Life Service on a volunteer basis; asked Council to request no adjustment of water level of Round ~ake; reported that the residents accept the lake level as it is now, which is down one foot. Mr. Hawkins, Fish & Wild Life Service, said he is in attendance to record the comments of tonight's meeting. -2- . . . . ~ Minutes of Regular Council Meeting March 29, 1982 Cheryl Grudnoske said the draft su~mitted by Fish & Wildlife is not the result of the meeting with residents; residents noted in- adequacies in the report and consider it one-sided; report does not reflect the views of tbe residents; explained that the resi- dents propose no cbanges be made - leave the lake as it is. Cheryl Gmudnoake aaid that if the water is dropped an additional foot, there is no assurance of wbat the lake will look like or tbat the existing lake level would return. Hawkins noted that fluctuations of 1-2 feet are not uncommon with small lakes; a draw down result is no different than climatic changes that happen voluntarily. After discussion, it was suggested tbat the residents continue to work with Fisb & Wildlife Service, considering tbe affect the lake bas on people as well astbe affect on wildlife. It was suggested tbat lake experimentation does not seem necessary in an urban area wbicb is surrounded by many marsbes and lakes. Status Report on Cable Television - William Bauer Bauer reported tbat the North Suburban Cable Commission has re- ceived tb~ee excellent propoaa1s and distributed four pages of comparisons which he briefly reviewed with Council; explained tbe voting procedure on April 1st at Rosevi11e City Hall by the North Suburban Cable Commission. OTHER BUSINESS Resolution No. 82-20, Bid Award, Impr. No. 80-1, Project C - County Road E Bikeway Council was referred to letter from Christoffersen and attached Tabulation of 16 bids. Johnson moved, seconded by Hicks, that Council authorize award of bid to low bidder, Arcon Construction, in the amount of $45,267.70. Motion carried unanimously (5-0). Approval of Spring Program Jazz-Exercise Instructor Council was referred to memo from Buckley re Spring Program Jazz- Exercise Instructor. Hicks moved, seconded by Hollenhorst, that Council approve the hiring of Mr. Gibson as Jazz-Exercise Instructor for the Spring Program @ $12.00/atudent. Motion carried unanimously (5-0). App~eval to attend Groundmaster Service School Council was referred to Buckley's memo of March 26, 1982 re Ground- master 72 Service School. Hicka moved, seconded by Johnson, that Council approve Fred Bell's attendance at the Groundmaster Service School on April 12th, and authorize the $25.00 expenditure. Motion carried unanimously (5-0). Public Safety Committee Recommendation: A. Four Way Stop Sign - County Rd. E and New Brighton Rd. Council was referred to the Minutes of the Public Safety Committee. McAllister moved, seconded by Hicks, that Council deny the request for a four-way stop sign at this inter- section based on the Public Safety Committee's recom- mendation (Minutes of 3-15-82). Motion carried unani- mously (5-0). B. Flyer - Burglary Prevention Council waa referred to memo of 3-22-82 from Susie Taylor, Public Safety Committee Chairman, relative to suggestions for proposed burglary prevention flyer. After discussion, Council concurred with the concept of the proposed communication; rsferred it to the Public Safety C~mmittee for its estimated cost of printing (type-sst vs typed copy). -3- ~ Minufes of Regular Council Meeting March 29, 1982 1982 Budget Cuts Council was referred to McNiesh's memo of 3-26-82 and attachment thereto, and to the Minutes of the Finance Committee recommending concurrence with the cuts detailed in McNiesh's March 11th memo. In discussion, Woodburn suggested that 4-day involuntary time-off be considered in several departments and that Council forego a month's salary; noted that $2700 could be cut in Public Works (7 employees), $1000 in Parks; Administrative (amount not figured). It was noted that the General Fund could be reduced by $26,205, if cuts are made as recommended by the Finance Committee (includes estimated reduction in fire contract and Cable TV reimbursement) $9,000 + civil defense siren and ordinance codification ($3000 +) ~ were budgeted in 1981, representing additional 1982 costs, not - budgeted. Hollenhorst moved, seconded by Hicks, that Council approve the budget cuts as recommended by the Finance Committee, and detailed in McNiesh's memos of March 11th and 26th. Woodburn moved to add that Council and'Treasurer forego one month's pay and that 4 days be taken by all hourly employees in Psrks, Public Works and Administrative departments without pay. Amend- ment was seconded by Hicks. In further discussion, Johnson said he wants to be assured that the cuts are uniform throughout; suggested 2 days off for all employees (hourly and salaried). Hicks moved to amend the amendment to two days for all employees and one month for the Council and Treasurer. Amendment was sec- onded by Woodburn. Amended Amendment carried (Hicks, Woodburn, Johnson, McAllister voting in favor; Hollenhorst voting in opposition (4-1). McAllister moved to amend the original motion to add a $5.00/ child fee for all Summer Playground activities. Amendment was aeconded by Hicks and carried unanimously (5-0). Original motion, as amended, carried (McAllister, Woodburn, Johnson, Hicks voting in favor: Hollenhorst voting in opposition (4-1) . Committee Liaison Appointments After Council consideration of vsrious options proposed by Mayor Woodburn for committee liaison appointments, Mayor Woodburn made the following appointments: Board of Appeals - Hicks Finance Committee - McAllister Human Rights Commission - Hollenhorst Newsletter Communication Committee - Hollenhorst Parks Committee - McAllister Planning Commission - Woodburn Public Safety Committee - Johnson Public Works Committee - Hicks ~ McAllister moved, seconded by Hollenhorst, that Council ratify the Mayor's Committee liaison appointments. Motion carried unani- mously (5-0). Motorola Tower Lights McNiesh reported that she asked Mr. Vaughan to attend the April 12th meeting relative to resolution of the tower lights and that he may have a conflict. Council concurred that, if necessary, a apecial meeting would be called. Human Rights Commission Appointments Hollenhorst offered the names of Ron Christianson and Howard Sorensen for appointment to the Human Rights Commission. -4- . . '. ( I \ I . .. Minutes of Regulsr Council Meeting March 29, 1982 Woodburn appointed Ron Christianson Sorensen as an Ad Hoc member of the the belance of 1982. as s regular member and Howard Human Rights Commission for Hollenhorst moved, seconded by Hicks, that Council ratify the Mayor's appointments. Motion carried unanimously (5-0). Letter re Rubbish Collection-Orlen Pederson Council was referred to letter from Mr. Pederson (2-26-82) and to memo relative to current licensed rubbish hsuler requirements for fees charged. Council concurred that a notice be placed in the Town Crier re- minding residents to promptly return garbage cans to their in- conspicuous storage locations as soon after garbage pickup as poss ib Ie . Drug Paraphernalia Ordinance Council requested Ramsey County Sheriff's comments relative to St. Paul's Drug Paraphernalia Ordinance (Zacharias & Spencer). REPORT OF VILLAGE CLERK ADMINISTRATOR CHARLOTTE MC NIESH Resignation - Landscape Inspector McNiesh reported the resignation of Landscape Inspector Gene KrUCkenberg. I ( Upon the recommendation of Hicks, Mayor Woodburn appointed Ervin Oelke as landscape inspector for Arden Hills for 1982. McAllister moved, seconded by Hollenhorst, thst Council ratify the Mayor's appointment. Motion carried unanimously (5-0). Increase in Rubbish Hauler Fees - Poor Richards Inc. Council wa. referred to memo notification of an increase in rub- bish hauler rates by Poor Richards Inc. effective March 1, 1982. MnDOT Agreement re County Road E Traffic Signals Deferred. Claims and Payroll Hollenhorst moved, seconded by Hicks, that Council approve the Claims and Payroll a. submitted. Motion carried unsnimously (5-0). Council concurred that all park leaders and coaches checks from now on will only be prepared with the regular claims. 1 ) LIAISON REpORTS Hollenhorst noted an illegal parking problem in the Glenview Ave/ Glenview Court area; suggested Sheriff be alerted to the problem. McAllister referred Council to proposed Newsletter Policy State- ment; noted areas requiring "Committee" approval which she suggested should require "Council" approval. McAllister reported that Eibensteiner intends to re-state his park dedication offer of $6000 for Royal Hills Addition; if not accepted, will have property appraised. Johnson referred to ISO letter of 3-22-82; noted that the inspection by ISO is to determine insurance classification only; suggested a private inspection be made of the department if an inspection is desired by tpe Fire Board. McNiesh noted that Arden Hills has installed water in the north portion of the City since the last fire classification; Shoreview has also installed additional water mains; suggested' talking to Manager Gary Dickson to coordinate the information requested for ISO inspection. McNiesh noted that Lake Johanna Volunteer Fire Dept. now has a "pager" system vs the monitor system prior to the last fire classification. -5- Minutes of Regular Council Meeting Ma r ch 29, 1981 Adjournment Johnson moved, seconded by 12:23 a.m. Motion carried Hicks, that the meeting adjourn at unanimously (5-0). @AhatZ ~i-z-I Charlotte ~cNiesh Clerk Adminietrator ~tfr/h;~~ Robert L. Woodburn Mayor Notice of Meetings Special Council Meeting on Monday April 5th at 5:30 p.m. at the Village Hall. The next ,Regular Council Meeting will be on Monday, April 12th at 7:30 p.m. at the Village Hall. " { Addendum to Minutes of March 29, 1982 ,.,' REPORT OF VILLAGE TREASURER DONALD LAMB Investmenta Lamb reported the following investments by Acting Treasurer McAllister and himself: 3-10-82 - $195,255.23 at First National Bank, St. Paul @ 13.9% interest to mature 9-7-82 ] 3-19-82 - $164,832.57 at Twin City Federal @ 14.40% interest to mature 4~19-82 3-29-82 - $100,000 at Midwest Federal at 15% to mature 9-27-82 Hicks moved, seconded by Johnson, that Council ratify the in- vestments by the Treasurer and Acting Treasurer. Motion carried unanimously (5-0). -6- J . . ( [ .