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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCC 08-12-1985 1". r . . ... MINUTES OF REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING Village of Arden Hills Monday, August 12, 1985 - 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, Councilmembers Thomas Sather, Gary Peck, Nancy Hansen, Dale Hicks - None - Engineer Donald Christoffersen, Treasurer Donald Lamb, Planner Orlyn Miller, Clerk-Administrator Charlotte McNiesh, Deputy Clerk Dorothy Zehm, Public Works Supervisor Robert Raddatz Absent: Also Present Approval of Minutes ..., Hansen moved, seconded by Peck, that the minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of July 22, 1985 be approved as presented. Motion carried unanimously. (5-0) Business from the Floor None. REPORT OF VILLAGE ATTORNEY JAMES LYNDEN (absent) Ramsey County Block Grant ARreement Council was referred to letter from Lynden (8/2/85) re: Ramsey County Joint Cooperation Agreement, and to draft of Joint Cooperation Agreement which has been changed to incorporate comments from various communities. After discussion, Hicks moved, seconded by Sather, that Council approve the Joint Cooperation Agreement, subject to approval of the City Attorney. Motion carried unanimously. (5-0) Council requested a memo of understanding from Ramsey County stating that it has no intention of imp1ement~ng any project without the approval of the governing body of the municipality. Ordinance No. 238, Repealin~ Chapter 18 of the City Code and SubstitutinR a New Section DeclarinR Uninvited PeddlinR and Solicitation to be a Nuisance - Final Readinll Ordinance No. 238 was read in its entirety by Clerk-Administrator McNiesh. Hicks moved, seconded by Hansen, that Council adopt Ordinance No. 238, AN ORDINANCE REPEALING CHAPTER 18 OF THE ARDEN HILLS CODE, WHICH PROVIDED FOR THE LICENSING AND REGULATION OF "PEDDLERS", AND SUBSTITUTING THEREFORE A NEW SECTION 18.1 DECLARING UNINVITED PEDDLING AND SOLICITATION TO BE A NUISANCE. Motion carried unanimously. (5-0) REPORT OF VILLAGE ENGINEER DONALD CHRISTOFFERSEN Improvement No. P85-1, Hamline Avenue SurcharRe: Resolution No. 85-30, ProhibitinR ParkinR Between Eide Circle and Wvncrest Court Council was referred to draft of Resolution No. 85-30. Hansen moved, seconded by Sather, that Council adopt Resolution No. 85-30, RESOLUTION PROHIBITING PARKING ON HAMLINE AVENUE FROM EIDE CIRCLE TO WYNCREST COURT. Motion carried unanimously. (5-0) Bid Award Council was referred to Christoffersen's letter of August 9, 1985 re Hamline Avenue Fill Surcharge MSA 187-102-01, City Project 85-1 and to tabulation of bids. It was noted by Engineer Christoffersen that approval of the bid award should be subject to approval of the plans by the State; to date formal approval has not been received. '" 1, Minutes of Regular Council Meeting, August 12, 1985 Page two Hansen moved, seconded by Peck, that Council award the contract to low bidder C. W. Houle, Inc., in the amount of $90,279.75, contingent upon approval of the plan by MnDOT. Motion carried unanimously. (5-0) REPORT OF VILLAGE PLANNER ORLYN MILLER Case No. 85-9, SiRn Variances - Land o 'Lakes , Inc. Council was referred to Board of Appeals Report (6/27/85), Planning Commis- sion recommendations (minutes of July 9th and August 7th meetings) and to Planning memo (July 2, 1985). Planner Miller explained that the existing Lexington Avenue entrance sign was granted a setback variance because of existing dense tree growth; explained that the sign is not visible from the,north, and is visible for . about 270' from the south; noted that the applicant is proposing a new sign, similar in size and design, but located closer to Lexington in order to improve its visibility. A transparency of the proposed sign location, one foot from Lexington Avenue right-of-way line, was shown. Miller explained that the right-of-way line is approximately 18 feet from the curb line, requiring a 24 foot setback variance. Miller reported that the Board of Appeals and Planning Commission have recommended approval. A transparency of a proposed ground-mounted corporate identification sign, oriented toward 1694, was shown. Miller explained that a variance of about 92 square feet is required; noted that the sign ordinance restricts sign size to 100 square feet in this district. Miller explained that the degree of variance is significant, but is not con- sidered unreasonable or extreme for its location and design. A transparency of the proposed sign was shown. Miller reported that the applicant proposes to drop "Inc." ; sign to read "Land Q'Lakes", which will reauce the sign length to approximately 23' x 7.8'. The sign will be metal, on a brick base; letters will be back-lighted. Miller said it will be comparable in size to Deluxe Check identification sign in Shoreview; noted that the setback from I-694 pavement is about 125'; sign will be below crest of hill. Miller reported that the Board of Appeals and Planning Commission have recommended approval. Hansen moved, seconded by Peck, that Council approve the variances for the two Land Q'Lakes signs as presented (Case No. 85-9). Motion carried unani- mously. (5-0) Case No. 84-21, Approval of Symbol - North HeiKhts Lutheran Church Council was referred to Planning Commission minutes (8/6/85) and to Planning memo (7/26/85) re North Heights-Lutheran Church symbol structure, and attached drawings submitted by the applicant. Miller explained that the symbol consists of a brick wall which extends 30 feet above the roof line of the building; a 15 foot high cross will extend above the brick wall; total height from lowest ground plane will be about 82 feet. Miller noted that Church spires, belfries, cupolas, and domes are exempt from height limitations. Pastor Dennis Peterson referred Council to artist's renderings of the build- ~ ing and symbol, as it will be seen from Snelling Avenue, Highway 10 and Highway 96 (day time and night time). Peterson said the proportions are to scale; noted that the drawings do not show tree cover or other vegetation; stated that an existing row of poplar trees, on the Highway 10 side of the site, will remain. Peterson noted that the height of the symbol structure has been reduced by about 8 feet, which subsequently reduces the overall height (building and symbol) from 90 feet to 82 feet. The circular opening in the brick wall was reported to be 14 feet in diameter; tower is 40 feet wide (about 13% of building width). . Minutes of Regular Council Meeting, August 12, 1985 Page three Lighting of the mast was described by the architect, Darryl LaBaron, to be from six locations on the roof, at the base of the mast (3 on east side, 3 on, weet side); symbol will be "softly lit"; lights will not be visible from residences or roads; lights will be controlled to focus on the mast; sky- light will provide a soft glow, in addition to the six lighting fixtures at the base of the mast, which will provide between 15 and 20 foot candles of light on the mast. Sather moved, seconded by Hansen, that Council approve the symbol and lighting as presented. Motion carried unanimously. (5-0) . Case No. 85-8, Amended Special Use Permit to Increase HeiRht of ExistinR Communication Tower - Daniel VauRhan/Northwestern ColleRe Withdrawn from Council Meeting Agenda by Applicant (Whitehouse). ""T Case No. 85-7, Special Use Permit for Land Reclamation, Phyllis and GeorRe Bona (Harold Bona and Attorney Bell were present, representing the applicants). Council was referred to Planning Commission minutes of July 9th and August 7th meetings and to Planning memo (7/2/85). A transparency of the Bona property, showing original contours and existing contours (after filling) was displayed. Miller explained that Council has determined that a Special Use Permit should be obtained, even though the filling has been completed, in order to assure that the filling does not adversely affect adjacent properties, wetlands and natural drainage patterns. Miller explained that this applica- tion is in response to that requirement. Miller reported that the natural drainage swales have been altered as a result of filling, diverting runoff onto the adjacent property to the south; reported that the Planning Commission recommends approval of the' Special Use Permit for Land Reclamation with contingencies, which are to be completed within 60 days: 1. Swale to be re-graded and matched to existing slope. 2. Slope not to exceed 3 to 1. 3. Seeding of the property with rye to prevent erosion. Miller reported that the Grudnoskes (south of Bona site) are not opposed to the filling, but are concerned about drainage onto their property. Harold Bona explained that George Bona has graded and seeded the property; stated that George will correct any problems; feels he can have it completed within a week. Hicks moved, seconded by Hansen, that Council approve issuance of a Special Use Permit for fill on this site, subject to corrective grading which will relocate the drainage swales entirely on the Bona property, and seeding of the property to prevent erosion which are to be completed within 60 days. Motion carried unanimously. (5-0) Recommended Procedure for Hunter's Park Additions and Alterations to Resi- dences Council was referred to Lynden's letter of 7/24/85 and to Miller's letter to Lynden (7/17/85) re Hunter's Park Procedure for Additions and Alterations. . Miller said he investigated about 50% of the plat, and building plans, and found virtually no "pattern"; found.the setbacks and coverages to be more variable than anticipated. Miller said he found that numerous homes could be expanded, within the R-3 requirements, without variances; suggested that the owners of such units should simply be allowed to apply for a building permit from the City, after approval of their plans by the Homeowners' Association. Miller said that unit expansion requiring variances could be handled like any other variance request in the City, after approval of plans by the Homeowners' Association. Minutes of Regular Council Meeting, August 12, 1985 Page four In discussion, Miller suggested this approach would not require amendment of the Special Use Permit; feels the Special Use Permit is a "procedural approach" rather than a "land use approach", to assure that the site is developed appropriately. It was noted that the Special Use Permit includes the apartments, as well as the single family homes on Waldon Place and Hunters' Court, which are not "cluster homes". Because the procedure described is not to include these portions of Hunter's Park, amendment of the Special Use Permit was considered to be necessary in order to assure that the Special Use Permit for all of Hunter's Park will "hold up". .... . Frank Pistotnik, 1163 Benton Way, said there have been a number of applications to the Homeowners' Association for building permits for alterations. Pistotnik said he feels the residents of Hunte~'s Park will go along with . the guidelines set up by Council; stated their Homeowners' Association looks at the aesthetics when reviewing requests for changes, and how the changes will affect the neighbors. Miller explained that the most limiting factor will be building coverage; most lots won't tolerate more than a small addition; noted that some lots are very large. Hicks moved, seconded by Hansen, that Council propose an amendment to the Special Use Permit for Hunter's Park which will allow expansion of the "cluster homes" within the R-3 district requirements by Building Permit, sub- ject to prior approval by the Hunter's Park Homeowners' Association; expansions requiring variances to be subject to the variance procedure after Homeowners' Association approval of plans. Motion carried unanimously. (5-0) Hicks moved, seconded by Sather, that the fees be waived and City pay costs of the Public Hearing, to be held by the Planning Commission. Motion carried unanimously. (5-0) (Public Hearing to be scheduled at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, September 4, 1985, at the Village Hall. ) PlanninR Commission Recommendations re Ordinance No. 237, Shoreland ManaRement Council was referred to draft of Ordinance No. 237, and to recommendations of the Planning Commission (minutes of 8/7/85). Miller reported that formal approval has not been received to date from DNR. Miller noted the amendments recommended by the Planning Commission; advised that the ordinance draft will be put in ordinance form by the City Attorney after acceptance of the draft by Council, and formal approval by DNR. Hicks moved, seconded by Peck, that Council accept the Shore land Ordinance in content and authorize its referral to Attorney Lynden to put into ordinance form. Motion carried unanimously. (5-0) Request for IRB Bonds for Bethel Col1eRe Dormitory - Stephen Mattson Request withdrawn. Cable TV Construction on Katie Lane - Mark Matthews, Group W Cable Council was referred to letter from Mark Matthews (9/9/85) requesting permis- sion to connect Katie Lane with cable service from the trunk line on Cleveland Avenue, which is part of the New Brighton trunk, not Arden Hills. Matthews explained this connection can be made at a cost of $3,000; cost to connect to Arden Hills trunk would be aDout $30,000. It was asked if Katie Lane residences could be connected to the Arden Hills trunk line on Stowe Avenue. Matthews said he had not looked into Stowe Avenue as an option, but he will do so. Matthews said he was pursuing a temporary connection for a Katie Lane resident who is interested in getting cable service. Matthews said he will return, if Stowe Avenue is not found to be a viable option. . ,> , ~ Minutes of Regular Council Meeting, August 12, 1985 Page five REPORT OF VILLAGE TREASURER DONALD LAMB Investment 8/12/85 - $525.000 at Twin City Federal at 7.71% for two months, maturing 10/11/85. Sather moved, seconded by Hansen, to ratify the Treasurer's investment. Motion carried unanimously. (5-0) . Recommendation - Public Works Department Full-Time Employee Council was referred to memo from Public Works Supervisor Robert Raddatz (8/9/85), recommending Charles Pagel as a full-time Public Works Department employee. Raddatz briefly described Pagel's qualifications; reported that 117 applications were received for the position; reported he reviewed all 117 applications and subsequently interviewed eleven applicants. Raddatz said. in his estimation. Pagel is the best candidate for the position. Sather moved, seconded by Hicks. that Council autborize the employment of Charles Pagel as a full-time Public Works Department employee at $9.00 per hour, effective September 3. 1985. Motion carried unanimously. (5-0) OTHER BUSINESS Public Safety Committee Meeting Hansen reported she will be out of town. (Hicks. Woodburn, Peck and Sather also unable to attend on the 19th). REPORT OF VILLAGE CLERK-ADMINISTRATOR CHARLOTTE MCNIESH Resolutions Nos. 85-31. 32 and 33 - Declaring Cost to be Assessed and Orderina Preparation of Proposed Assessment Rolls, Royal Hills North. Lametti and McClung Third Addition McNiesh reported the following costs to be assessed: Royal Hills North..........$396.516.68 Lametti.................. ..$157.139.92 McClung Third..............$ 72.167.40 Hansen moved, seconded by Peck, that Council adopt Resolutions Nos. 85-31, 85-32 and 85-33, DECLARING COST TO BE ASSESSED AND ORDERING PREPARATION OF PROPOSED ASSESSMENT ROLLS, ROYAL HILLS NORTH, LAMETTI AND MCCLUNG THIRD ADDITIONS. Motion carried unanimously. (5-0) Resolution No. 85-34, Approving Proposed Assessment Rolls and Providina for Public Hearina on September 9th. Royal Hills North. Lametti. and McCluna Third Addition Hicks moved, seconded by Sather, that Council adopt Resolution No. 85-34, APPROVING PROPOSED ASSESSMENT ROLLS AND PROVIDING FOR PUBLIC HEARING ON SEPTEMBER 9, ROYAL HILLS NORTH. LAMETTI AND MCCLUNG THIRD ADDITION. Motion carried unanimously. (5-0) (Hearings are scheduled at 7:30 p.m.) Approval of Payina ARent ARreement for Improvement Bonds of '85 Council was referred to letter from First Trust St. Paul (8/1/85) and attached Agreement Relating to Paying Agency. Registrar and Transfer Agency. . Hicks moved, seconded by Peck, that Council approve First Trust St. Paul as paying agent and authorize execution of the agreement by the Mayor and Clerk- Administrator. Motion carried unanimously. (5-0) Apportionment Resolutions No. 85-35 (Water 72-1) 85-36 (W-P-SS-76-1), 85-37 (77-5/85-2) - Hamline Partners/Grudnoske Peck moved, seconded by Sather, that Council adopt Apportionment Resolutions Nos. 85-35, 85-36 and 85-37. Motion carried unanimously. (5-0) <, , ~ Minutes of Regular Council Meeting, August 12, 1985 Page six Edaewater Estates McNiesh reported that, to date, she has not received the 100% petition for the road from McGuire and Winiecki (has verbal report that they have entered into an agreement). McNiesh asked that Council schedule a Public Hearing on September 9, to be activated if needed; reported that Christoffersen anticipates feasibility report will be completed by next week. Hansen moved to adopt Resolution No. 85-38, RECEIVING FEASIBILITY REPORT AND SCHEDULING PUBLIC HEARING FOR SEPTEMBER 9 FOR IMPROVEMENT NO. 85-2, EDGEWATER ESTATES, subject to not receiving signed agreement with 100% Petition. Motion was seconded by Hicks and carried unanimously. (5-0) Claims and Payroll Hicks moved, seconded by Sather, that Council approve the Claims and Payroll as presented. Motion carried unanimously. (5-0) ~ Ad;ournment Hansen moved, seconded by Peck, that Motion carried unanimously. (5-0) the meeting adjourn at 10:17 p.m. (Ukuxirr tiJ1~, Charlotte McNiesh Clerk-Administrator ~~~.<-~ obert L. Woodburn Mayor Notice of Meetina The next Regular Council Meeting will be on Monday, August 26, at 7:30 p.m. ~