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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCC 09-24-1984 . . .~ Minutes of Regular Council Meeting Village of Arden Hills Monday, September 24, 1984 - 7:30 p.m. Village Hall Call to Order Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, Mayor Woodburn called the meeting to order at 7:40 p.m. Roll Call Present - Mayor Nancy (7:45 Absent - None Also Present - Clerk Administrator Oonald Lamb, Deputy Robert Woodburn, Hansen, Kathleen p.m.) Councilmembers Dale Hicks, Rauenhorst, Thomas Mulcahy Charlotte McNiesh, Treasurer Clerk Dorothy Zehm. Approval of Minutes Hansen moved, seconded by Rauenhorst, that the Minutes of August 27th and September 10th be approved as amended. Motion carried unanimously. (4-0) Business from the Floor None Arden Oaks Park - Schedule for Grading and Seeding Council was referred to McNiesh's memo (9/20/84) which Woodburn read, reporting that developer Marcel Eibensteiner plans to finish grading the park when he is grading Royal Hills North; said park grading will be completed by October 15th. Memo also reported that the Arden Oaks residents would like to have a play structure installed in 1985 rather than in 1986, as currently scheduled. Steve Warner, 1444 Arden Oaks Court, said he, his wife Anita, and two children live in Arden Oaks; were promised that a park would be graded and seeded, and it has not been completed to date. Warner reported that 2 4-wheel vehicles were in the park area on the weekend, digging up the park area, scattering clay allover the road; reported that the police were called, but the damage had been done, and the vehicles were gone by then. Grant Wishart, 1424 Arden Oaks Drive, asked if penalties or fines can be levied to enforce getting the grading done by October 15th. Woodburn reported that the developer has been reliable; noted that contract would have to be reviewed, but is not sure City can enforce the grading until development is complete. (MUlcahy arrived at meeting - 7:45) Rauenhorst suggested that a letter from the City be sent to Eibensteiner, requesting completion of the grading by October 15th. Don (inaudible) said Marcel has given his word before; Council is aware of the park problem; noted that there are piles of dirt allover the place; reported that the residents want it to look nice by spring of 19B5; requested that money be allocated for this park by 1985. Hansen reported that the Parks Committee made no commitment to the residents; want Council to encourage the dirt removal by October 15th. Hicks explained that the original proposal was to grade the park, not to remove dirt; asked the residents if grading only would be acceptable. Residents present said they want the djrt removed, park graded and seeded; would like a play structure in 1985, noting that there are about 20 children under the age of 6, in the area. Minutes of Regular Council Meeting Monday, September 24, 1984 Page Two Council concurred to: 1. Request the developer to complete the dirt remova1~ grading .. I of the park area by October 15th. 2. Refer resident request for a play structure in 1985 to the Parks Committee to re-evaluate its 1985 priorities. 3. Request contractors working in the area to keep the streets clean. Finance Committee Recommendations: License and Permit Fees Council was referred to recommendation of the Finance Committee (Minutes of 9/20/84) that licenses and fees re- main as they are; Finance Committee will reconsider fee structure for all licenses for 1986. In discussion, Mulcahy asked if there was Council support for his view to reduce the number of required licenses. Rauenhorst said she feels Council should rely on Committee recommendations. Hicks said he favors simplifying the license structure, but supports leaving them as they are this year. It was noted that the licenses and fees were compared with a large number of cities when fees were adopted for 1984. The consensus of Council was to leave the fees as they are for 1985. (Mulcahy urged Finance Committee's in depth reconsideration of the license structure and its recommendations for Council consideration.) 1985 Proposed Budget Council was referred to budget modifications by the Finance Committee. In discussion, it was noted that the Human Rights Commission favors funding the YSB in 1985; Finance Committee favors the funding outside the levy limit. Hicks supported the funding outside the levy limit. Mulcahy requested a legal opinion from Lynden re appropriateness of funding outside the levy limit; feels uncomfortable about this. McNiesh explained that YSB is eligible under matching funds program and may be funded outside the levy limit; will obtain a legal opinion. In further discussion, it was noted that the Finance Committee suggests that some of the Shade Tree money be used for re- forestation, possibly eliminating one inspection. Special Council Meeting Rauenhorst moved, seconded by Hicks, that a Special Council Meeting be scheduled on October 1st, at 5:30 p.m. to finalize the 1985 Budget and other urgent items. Motion carried unanimously. (5-0) (Hicks will be absent on October 1st; reported he has no problems with the budget as proposed.) . Public Hearing - Proposed Use of Federal Revenue Sharing Funds in 1985 General Fund Budget - 8:00 p.m. Woodburn opened the Public Hearing at 8:05 p.m. and Deputy Clerk Zehm verified publication of the Notice of Hearing in the New Brighton Bulletin on September 19th; reported that no written or telephone comments have been received. -, . . . . ~ Minutes of Regular Council Meeting Monday, September 24, 1984 Page Three A transparency of the proposed use of Federal Revenue Sharing Funds in 1985 General Fund Budget was shown. After determining that there were no comments or questions from the floor, the public hearing was closed at 8:06 p.m. Mulcahy moved, seconded by Hansen, that Council approve the use of Federal Revenue Sharing Funds in 19B5 General Fund Budget as proposed. Motion carried unanimously. (5-0) Budget Resolutions Rauenhorst moved, seconded by Hicks, that Council adopt the following Resolutions: No. 84-29, Certifying Special Assessment Installment to Ramsey County for Collection with Taxes (2 Municipal Water Connections) No. 84-30, Certifying Special Assessment Installments for Diseased Tree Removal to Ramsey County for Collection with Taxes No. 84-31, Certifying Special Assessments for Delinquent Sewer and Vater Accounts to Ramsey County for Collection with Taxes Motion carried unanimously. (5-0) Fill Permit - Lots 6, 7 and 8, Block 12, Lakeshore Homesites, David Cmie1 David Cmiel distributed a memo to Council from Tom and Dorothy Heller and Dave and Diane Cmiel (owners of the lots), describing existing and proposed site information. Cmiel explained that they have a verbal contract with Jacobsen's Excavating to place the dirt, grade and seed the site. Cmiel explained that the sewer line is about 8' down; cannot build a residence at the existing contour unless sewer line is re-done to make it usable; reported that the fill is available now; explained that their intent is to make the lots usable for future con- struction. Cmie1 advised that the filling will not encroach on the lake refuge, or on the drainage area, north of the property; does not know the final lot elevation but will probably be at about the same elevation as the street. Rauenhorst noted that the issue is the filling without a permit. It was noted that the Planning Commission is currently considering Zoning Ordinance modifications, including the requirement of a Special Use Permit for fill in excess of 400 cubic yards. Filling of another parcel, without a permit, was also noted. Rauenhorst moved, seconded by Hicks, that Council postpone action until the October 15th meeting, pending information from owner of the other fill site, and pending recommendations from the Planning Commission relative to fill requirements. Motion carried unan- imously. (5-0) It was the understanding of the Council, Cmiel and Heller that fill, grading and seeding be completed on lots 6, 7 and 8, block 2, Lakeshore Homesites by October 15th and that permit requirements be fulfilled after zoning ordinance modification relative to fill has been approved. Cmiel and Heller said they have no problem with the motion; will complete by October 15th pending favorable weather conditions; agreed to prevent erosion into the lake and drainage way. . Minutes of Regular Council Meeting Monday, September 24, 1984 Page Four . Proclamation - League of Women Voters Month Woodburn read A Proclamation proclaiming the month of October to be League of Women Voters of Arden Hills Month, and expressed Council's sincere appreciation for the assistance and cooperation of the League of Women Voters of Arden Hi11s/Shoreview. Rauenhorst moved approval of the Proclamation. Motion was seconded by Mulcahy and carried unanimously. (5-0) Public Safety Committee Recommendations: Road E Intersection ations of the Public Safety . 1. A street light 2. "No Trucks" sign 3. Better directions be provided to Bethel College. In discussion, the cost of a light was estimated at $100/ year for electricity; the reason for a light was queried, noting that street lights are permitted by Resolution when certain safety criteria are met. Hicks said he could sup- port a light at this location because the intersection is unusual. Hicks moved, seconded by Rauenhorst, that Council authorize the installation of a street light at County Road E and Hamline Avenue, and the posting of a "No Trucks" sign beneath the "Dead End" sign, and request Bethel College to provide better maps and review their signage directing traffic to the Bethel campus. In further discussion, Mulcahy said he would prefer fitting this street light into an over-all City street light plan; is not persuaded that this light may not upset an ultimate street light plan. McNiesh said we'd probably have to use one of the County Road E City-owned light standards; is not sure we have one on hand. Concern was expressed relative to impact of a light on the nearby homes. Rauenhorst moved to table the motion pending a poll of the affected residents, relative to the proposed light, and pending definite cost figures for the light and standard. Motion carried unanimously. Tem orar Ri ht-turn Lane Deferred unti Engineer s consideration. Council Motion of Approval Rauenhorst moved, seconded by Hicks, that Council approve the following: Resolution No. 84-36, RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF LOCATING REGIONAL SPEEDSKATING FACILITY IN THE CITY OF ROSEVILlE. . 1. 2. City/County Agreement for leaf and Grass Composting Proqram. 3. Resolution No.84-33, COMMENDING ARDEN HILLS EXPRESS SOCCER TEAM ON ITS ACHIEVEMENTS. 4. Resolution No. 84-34, COMMENDING ARDEN HIllS GEMINI SOCCER TEAM ON ITS ACHIEVEMENTS. 5. Application for Sale of Apples - Mounds View/Ironda1e Orchestra. Motion carried unanimously. (5-0) ~.. ~ Minutes of Regular Council Meeting Monday, September 24, 1984 Page Five . Request to Extend Variance to September 1, 1985 - Nelson, 3575 Siems Court Hicks moved, seconded by Hansen, that Council approve the extension of the Variance (Case No. 84-7) until September 1, 1985, as re- quested. Motion carried unanimously. (5-0) Mulcahy suggested that Council may wish to reconsider the original variance request which was denied, in part, resulting in the loss of a garage access door, which was desired by the applicant. Bid Tabulation - Impr. Nos. SS-W-P-ST-84-1 and 84-3 (Roval Hills North and McClunq 3rd Addition Council was referred to Engineer Christoffersen's letter of 9/21/84, recommending award of the contract to the low bidder, and to tabulation of 8 bids received. McNiesh reported that the City Attorney suggests that the award of bid be postponed pending certain road condemnation proceedings. Arden Hills Shoreview MN Dot Revised Furn sing Uti ities or MN Dot Fac Rauenhorst moved, seconded by Hicks, IlIlLS/SHOREVIEW/MN DOT REVISED JOINT POWERS AGREEMENT RE FURNISHING UTILITIES FOR MN DOT FACILITIES ON COUNTY ROAD I. Motion carried unanimously. (5-0) No. 84-35 A ortionin Assessments for Sewer 1m r. 14 Water 1m r. No. 68-2 Chvestuik moved, seconded by Hansen, that Council adopt Resolution Motion carried unanimously. (5-0) Ordinance No. 234, An Ordinance Amending Chapter 3 of Arden Hills COdeh Alcoholic Beverages, to Delete Prohibition of Sale of Alco olic Beverages on State Wide Election Days - Introduce Bv Title Hicks moved, seconded by Hansen, that Council introduce by title Ordinance No. 234, AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 3 OF ARDEN HILLS CODE, THE ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES CHAPTER, BY DELETING SECTIONS THEREIN PROHIBITING SALES OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES ON ELECTION DAYS. Motion carried unanimously. Negotiations with International Union of Operating Engineers Rauenhorst reported she had one meeting, and will have another in a few days; asked Council's guideline in-put; referred Council to her letter and asked that Councilmembers call her if they have any comments. Other Business Joint Fire Board Proposal Hansen referred Council to Proposal of Joint Fire Board - September 19, 1984. . Deferred to meeting of October 15th. Planning Memo of September 18, 1984 from Orlyn Miller re Parking and Truck Unloading Activities - Presbyterian Homes Hicks noted that parking at the day-care facility, across Johanna Blvd. from Presbyterian Homes, is also in violation of parking re- quirements and its Special Use Permit; suggested this also be in- cluded in the discussion, with the Planning memo. October 3rd Planning Commission Meeting Hansen agreed to attend, as liaison, for Hicks. Cable TV Complaints Woodburn reported that Group W is not resolving some of the complaints reported to the Cable Commission. McNiesh was requested to obtain complaints, over a month old, from Roger Franke and report to Council on October 15th. " ,0, __ Minutes of Regular Council Meeting Monday, September 24, 1984 Page Six Emergency Service Plan Woodburn referred Council to a copy of the Shoreview emergency plan which was recommended by Jerome Timm for adoption by the City of Arden Hills. In discussion, it was the general consensus of Council that the City should have a policy and/or plan; referred the Shoreview plan to McNiesh, Johansen and subsequently to the Public Safety Committee for review and recommendations to Council for its consideration. Newsletter Committee Council was referred to motion by the Newsletter Committee (9/25/84) . that the Newsletter continue to report the names of Councilmembers voting, as well as the action taken. Woodburn suggested that Council may wish to consider the combining of. the Newsletter Committee and the Cable Communication Committee in 1986; noted that this combination was recommended previously by William Bauer (Cable Communication Committee Chairman). REPORT OF VILLAGE CLERK ADMINISTRATOR CHARLOTTE McNIESH Claims and Payroll Hicks moved, seconded by Rauenhorst, that Council approve the Claims and Payrolls as presented. Motion carried unanimously. (5-0) Metro Council - Van for Handica~ped McNiesh reported that the vehic e to be operated by the Mounds View School District was ranked No.1 by Metro Council; noted that the prospect for a van for handicapped and disabled in the Arden Hills area is good. Adjournment Rauenhorst moved, seconded by at 10:02 p.m. Motion carried Hansen, that the meeting adjourn unanimously. (5-0) ~<~~~/ Char otte cNiesh Clerk Administrator K#k~z/~~~~ Robert l. Woodburn Mayor Notice of Council Meetings: Special Council Meetinq - October 1st at 5:30 p.m. at the Village Ha 11. Regular Council Meeting - October 15th at 7:30 p.m. at the Village Hall. .