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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCC 12-29-1986 . . MINUTES OF REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING Village of Arden Hills Monday, December 29, 1986 Village Hall Call to Order Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, Mayor Woodburn called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Roll Call Present: Mayor Robert Woodburn, Councilmembers Dale Hicks, Nancy Hansen, Gary Peck and Thomas Sather. Also Present: Treasurer Donald Lamb, Public Works Supervisor Robert Raddatz, Parks Director John Buckley, Clerk Administrator 4 Charlotte McNiesh, Clerk Administrator Patricia Morrison and Deputy Clerk Catherine Iago. Closed MeetinK Labor NeKotiations - 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. Council discussed Labor Negotiations. Approval of Minutes Sather moved, seconded by Peck, that Council approve the Minutes of the Special Arden Hills/Shoreview Meeting of December 6th and the Regular Council Minutes of December 8th, as submitted. Motion carried unanimously. (5-0) Business from Floor None. Resolution No. 86-61. HONORING CHARLOTTE MCNIESH Mayor read the resolution commending Charlotte McNiesh upon her retirement from the Village of Arden Hills after 24 years of employment and presented her with a plaque and corsage. Councilmembers extended their wishes to Charlotte and her family for continuing good health and happiness. Charlotte stated her years of employment were most rewarding thanks to the elected officials providing leadership, to the City staff for their teamwork and to the residents for their volunteer work on the various committees. Hansen moved, seconded by Peck, that Council approve Resolution No. 86-61, Commending Charlotte McNiesh for her years of service to the City of Arden Hills. Motion carried unanimously. (5-0) Use of GaraKe Structure, 1355 CumminKs Lane - Frank Ranallo Council was referred to McNiesh's letter to Mr. Ranallo, reI the proposed use of the garage structure at 1355 Cummings Lane. Frank Ranallo appeared before the Council and stated he had explained to the City staff he has no intention of using the garage structure for commercial use. He noted the front end loader and dump trucks on the property would be removed after construction of his home is completed. Hicks asked what Ranallo intended to store in the garage. Ranallo advised he did not feel that should be a concern of the Councilor the neighbors, however. he intended to store home maintenance equipment in the structure. He also advised that the largest of the garage doors was to accommodate his motor-home. Ranallo stated Councilmembers could check the ,0 .""" premises when construction of his home is completed to see if the heavy ---'WI' equipment has been removed. Hansen advised that Council appreciated Ranallo's appearance at the meeting to discuss this matter. REPORT OF PARKS DIRECTOR JOHN BUCKLEY Appointment of Kevin Fuller to ReKular Full-Time Employee Status - 1-1-87 Council was referred to Buckley's memorandum of 12/19/86, recommending the L-- appointment of Kevin Fuller to regular full-time employee status and wage increase after successful completion of his probationary period. \, --'- , . . Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting, December 29, 1986 Page 2 Sather moved, seconded by Hicks, that Council approve the appointment of Kevin Fuller, as outlined in Parks Director's Memorandum of 12/19/86, to regular full-time employee status, effective January I, 1987. Motion carried unanimously. (5-0) Approval of Skatina Rink Supervisors Council was referred to Parks Director's memorandum (12-19-86), recommending approval of the additional rink supervisors. Sather moved, seconded by Hansen, that Council approve the Rink Supervisors as outlined in Parks Director's memorandum of December 19, 1986. Motion carried unanimouSly. (5-0) ~- Approval of Winter Proaram Leaders Council was referred to Buckley's memorandum (12-18-86), recommending individuals to be hired as program leaders for the winter program season. Hicks moved, seconded by Peck, that Council approve the hiring of Winter Program Leaders and salaries, as outlined in Parks Director's memorandum of December 18, 1986. Motion carried unanimously. (5-0) Cumminas Park Shelter - Partial Pavrnent Parks Director advised Council the plexiglass windows for the park shelter building were special ordered and had not been received as of this date. He requested a partial payment of $9,600.70, withholding 5% of payment until windows are received and installed. Hansen moved, seconded by Sather, that Council approve partial payment of $9,600.70, for the Cummings Park Shelter, withholding five percent until project completion with plexiglass installed. Hotion carried unanimously. (5-0) Preliminary Discussion - 1987 Committee ApPointments Council reviewed the lists of Committee appointments and discussed individuals interested in serving on the various committees. Council noted individuals interested in serving on Committees and continued the matter to the regular Council meeting of January 2, 1987. Preliminary Discussion - 1987 Villaae Appointments Council was referred to letters received from New Brighton Bulletin and Minnesota Suburban Newspapers, Inc., advising of their interest in serving as the official legal publication for the Village. Sather noted that the Cable Committee was omitted from the list of 1987 Village Appointments, he serves as liaison to that Committee. Hicks noted that the South Station Advisory Board should be added to the list of Village appointments for 1987 and that a Council liaison should be appointed. Peck advised that he would like to decline from serving as liaison to the LJVF Pension Board, due to'scheduling conflicts. .-... . -- Council consensus was that this matter should be continued to the regular ..,--. Council meeting of January 2, 1987. Re ort of Human Ri hts Commission Meetin - 1987 Pacer Pro ram Council consensus was to continue this matter to a future Council meeting, and requested the Clerk Administrator obtain information which clarifies the cost increase. - --- . Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting, December 29, 1986 Page 3 REPORT OF PUBLIC WORKS SUPERVISOR ROBERT RADDATZ Approval of Rental CharRes for VillaRe Equipment Council was referred to Raddatz's memorandum (12-17-86) regarding a fee schedule for use of City equipment for such items as cleaning sewer lines. After discussion, Council consensus was that the City did not want to promote rental of their equipment, the Public Works Supervisor should continue the practice of assessing each case individually and keep the fee guidelines on file. ''e Valve Replacement - EdRewater Estates Public Works Supervisor advised that the watermain valve had been replaced and testing of the line completed. He stated he had not received the statement for the replacement and would report to Council upon receipt of the bill. Noxious Odor - 3625 Hamline Avenue North Raddatz advised Council a complaint had been received from the homeowner at 3625 Hamline Avenue, re: a noxious odor inside the house. After inspection with the Engineer, both determined that the sewer line should be "lamped" to see if it is holding sewage. Raddatz stated if there wasn't sufficient sunlight to "lamp" the line, the Engineer suggested the line could be televised to determine if there is a problem. Raddatz will report to the Council at a future meeting. Gate Valve Break - Townhouses Public Works Supervisor explained the gate valve break at Townhouse Village, due to the previous owner turning off the water at that location prior to the new owner moving in. He advised a plumber had to be called and City employees remained overtime to work with the plumber to fix the gate valve. Raddatz stated this situation could have been avoided if the realtor had notified the City prior to the date of closing and therefore, he suggested a policy be established to charge overtime costs in this type of situation to the property owner. Raddatz further stated that this charge should not be applicable in emergency situations. Council concurred that a policy determination should be made whereby the City shall charge back employee overtime costs for occurrences of this nature, with the exception of emergency situations. Solid Waste Disposal - Public Safety/Works Recommendation Council was referred to the Public Safety/Works Committee Minutes (12-18-86), recommending this matter be tabled until Ramsey County's plans are complete. Council consensus was that this matter should be discussed further. Hansen advised that Paul Malone has offered to monitor developments and report back to the Public Safety/Works Committee as well as keep the Council informed. Charitable GamblinR License, BinRo and More Than Two Occasions - Concordia SinRinR Society Clerk Administrator advised that Concordia Singing Society would be operating a Bingo game at the 3776 Connelly Avenue site. In discussion, Council reiterated the comments received regarding this type of . operation, however, they noted that Cities are not giyen an option to prohibit charitable gambling under State law. Sather moved, seconded by Peck, that Council approve the Charitable Gambling License, Bingo and More Than Two Occasions, Concordia Singing Society. Motion carried unanimously. (5-0) Resolution No. 86-65, ESTABLISHING A DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN FOR FULL TIME EMPLOYEES OF THE VILLAGE OF ARDEN HILLS Council was referred to memorandum from McNiesh and Morrison, re ICMA Deferred Compensation Plan (12-23-86). Morrison briefly explained the administration of the plan by the Village and advised that several neighboring communities have adopted the ICMA plan. \ \ l . . Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting, December 29, 1986 Page 4 Sather moved, seconded by Hicks, that Council adopt Resolution No. 86-65, ESTABLISHING A DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN FOR FULL TIME EMPLOYEES OF THE VILLAGE OF ARDEN HILLS. Motion carried unanimously. (5-0) Compliance with Minnesota Clean Indoor Air Act Council was referred to Morrison's memorandum (12-17-86), re a request from an employee for implementation of a workplace smoking/non-smoking policy. She recommended that the employees form a committee to set a policy for compliance with the MCIAA, noting both the Village Hall and Public Works Building would be affected the policy. Council consensus was that the Clerk Administrator designate an employee ~ committee to develop a policy for compliance with the Minnesota Clean Indoor Air Act and the committee report to Council at a future meeting. Request for Vote on Team Name - Minnesota NBA Basketball Council was referred to request for a vote on the team name of a Minnesota NBA Basketball team, should a franchise be established in Minnesota. Names submitted were Wolverines or Polars. Sather moved, seconded by Hicks, that Council would support the name of the Minnesota Polars, should an NBA Basketball franchise be established. Motion carried unanimously. (5-0) Resolution Nos. 86-62, WATER IMPROVEMENTS 67-1 AND 67-2; 86-63, STREET IMPROVEMENT 81-1; and 86-64, STORM DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENT 81-2; RELATING TO APPORTIONMENT OF ASSESSMENTS FOR C.G. REIN PROPERTY Hansen moved, seconded by Peck, that Council approve Resolution Nos. 86-62, 86-63, and 86-64, relating to reapportionment of C.G. Rein/Gould property. Motion carried unanimously. (5-0) Approval of 1987 Business Licenses Council was referred to memorandum from Shirley Marshall (12-23-86) re approval of 1987 Business Licenses. McNiesh noted that MinneapOlis Hide & Tallow Company (Rendering Plant) should be added to the list of licenses for approval; she referred to their letter stating they are in compliance with the City's requirements, as well as the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency Regulations regardin8 emissions. McNiesh advised Council that Mr. Chul Chung had submitted an application for 1987 restaurant" cigarette, on-sale malt liquor and wine license, to be located off County Road E (formerly the Steak Inn Restaurant). She noted that the restaurant, cigarette and on-sale malt liquor licenses could be added to the list of 1987 license approvals, however, the wine license should be considered separately because it requires review by the Attorney and approval from Ramsey County Sheriff's Department. Hicks moved, seconded by Peck, that Council approve the 1987 Business Licenses as submitted, with the addition of the Hide & Tallow Company and Charlie Chung restaurant, on sale malt beverage and cigarette; and approve the 1987 Wine License application of Chul Chung, subject to Attorney's review and approval from Ramsey County Sheriff's Department. Motion carried unanimously. (5-0) Approval of 1987 Rubbish Haulers Licenses . Council was referred to memorandum from Shirley Marshall (12-23-86) re approval of 1987 Rubbish Haulers licenses, pending approval from Health Inspector. Hansen moved, seconded by Peck, that Council approve the 1987 Rubbish Haulers licenses, as submitted, subject to approval of Health Inspector. Motion carried unanimously. (5-0) Ratification of Temporary Special Event Sians - Arden Hills Amoco Station and Mr. MOVies in Shannon Square Clerk Administrator explained the requests for temporary special event signs at the two locations. Hansen moved, seconded by Hicks. that Council ratify the Temporary Special Event Signs at Arden Hills Amoco Station and Mr. Movies in Shannon Square, for a period not to exceed 10 days. ,Motion carried unanimously. (5-0) . Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting, December 29, 1986 Page 5 Council discussed the possibility of staff approving temporary sign requests rather than requiring Council approval. It was noted that this would require an ordinance change. Claims and Payroll Hicks moved, seconded by Sather, that Council approve Claims and Payroll as submitted. Motion carried unanimously. (5-0) , Other Business ~ Schedule Closed Meetin~ - Labor Ne~otiations Sather moved, seconded by Peck, that Council schedule a closed meeting for Labor Negotiations following the Council meeting on January 2, 1987. Motion carried unanimously. (5-0) Adjourrunent Hansen moved, seconded by Peck. that the meeting be adjourned at 9:55 p.m. Motion carried unanimously. (5-0) aLAh7;tjjj';tf12A I?~~ Charlotte McNiesh Robert L. Woodburn Clerk Administrator Mayor NOTICE OF MEETINGS There will be a regular Council Meeting on January 2, 1987, at 5:30 p.m., at the Village Hall. There will be a Closed Meeting for Labor Negotiations at 6:00 p.m., January 2, 1987, at the Village Hall. There will be a regular Council Meeting on January 12. 1987, ,at 7:30 p.m., at the Village Hall. . \ \