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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCC 09-10-1984 -e . ~!1~L"""-<:_0' .., Minutes of Regular Council Meeting Village of Arden Hills M~nday, September 10, 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 7:33 p.m. Roll Call Present - Mayor Robert Woodburn, Councilmembers Dale Hicks, Nancy Hansen, Thomas Mulcahy, Kathleen Rauenhorst (7:38) Absent - None Also Present - Engineer Donald Christoffersen, Planner Orlyn Miller, Clerk Administrator Charlotte McNiesh, Deputy Clerk Dorothy Zehm A~proval of Minutes H cks moved, seconded by Mulcahy, that the minutes of the August 20th meeting be approved as submitted. Motion carried unanimously. (4-D) 8usiness from the Floor None REPORT OF VILLAGE ENGINEER DONALD CHRISTOFFERSEN Resolution No. 84-27, Establishing Width and Traffic Lanes of Hamline Avenue Engineer Christoffersen reported that SEH prepared several alter- nat ives to improve t ra ffi c flow a t the north end of the interchange of 1-694 and Floral Drive for MN Dot review; reported that MN Dot has requested that the City determine the ultimate design of Hamline Avenue from County Road F north to Highway 96 so tbe proper transition from the interchange to Hamline Avenue can be constructed and paid for by MN Dot. Glen Van Wormer referred to transparencies of four basic alternatives which included: A. 36' wide roadway with 2 12' driviRg lanes and 2 6' shoulders. 8. 44' wide roadway with 2 12' driving lanes and 2 10' lanes to be used for parking or by-passing of left turn vehicles. C. 46' wide roadway with 2 12' driving lanes, a center 2-way left turn lane and 2 4' shoulders. D. 5~' wide roadway with 2 12' driving lanes, a center 2-way left turn lane and 2 7' shoulders. (Rauenhorst arrived at meeting at 7:38 p.m.) Van Wormer noted that there are a number of concerns which should be addressed; explained that the major concern is developing adequate roadway capacity for the traffic volumes anticipated; reported that Hamline Avenue presently carries 8,000 vehicles/day; noted that 9,000 vehicles/day is anticipated. Van Wormer explained that turning traffic will have a substantial impact upon the smooth flow of traffic; explained that it is desirable that traffic be able to by-pass a left turning vehicle, and also to be able to pass a right turning vehicle without crossing into the lane of on- coming traffic. Provisions for other concerns were noted: A. On street parking requirements B. Bicycle and pedestrian traffic C. Some width for service vehicles (mail, trash haulers, general delivery, etc.) D. Transit vehicles E. Oisabled vehicles F. Maintenance vehicles .. Minutes of Regular Council Meeting Monday, September 10, 1984 Page Two It was reported that the existing right-of-way width of Hamline is 66 feet. Van Wormer explained that as the roadway width increases, the ability to confine construction to the existing right-of-way decreases and will probably require some easements. Christoffersen estimated costs at: $167/foot - 36' width $185/foot - 44' width $189/foot - 46' width $206/foot - 52' width plus additional r.o.w. at $10/ foot. (about 4,450' of r.o.w.) . It was noted that MN Dot can adopt to any of the alternatives selected. In discussion, it was queried why MN Dot has to know so far ahead of construction; suggested that City make it as wide as possible, and fit the road into it, when the width of Hamline is decided. The Engineer's recommendation was requested. Van Wormer said their feeling is, with the high volume of traffic, need provisions for left turn lane; suggested the 46' or 52' which provides a center 2-way left turn lane and shoulders. It was asked if 4 lane striping was considered. The answer was "yes", but 4 lanes are more than is needed, and does not provide for left-turn lanes. Comments from the Floor Tim Peterson, 1376 Arden View Drive, said his frustration is left- turns onto Hamline; feels 3 lanes, providing for left turns. would solve the problem. Peterson said he'd like "no passing" in the left-turn lane; feels 45 mph is much too fast; Hamline needs more patrol. Peterson asked if the estimates include storm sewer; . wants a traffic light at Hamline and 96; feels a 66' wide road would provide room for bikes; suggested that if this does not leave room for snow, snow can be removed. Woodburn reported that a 40 mph speed limit has been aoproved for Hemline Avenue. Van Wormer said a light at Ha.line and 96 would be a State deter- mination when the demand is apparent - 600 vehicles/hour on Highway 96 and 150 vehicles/hour on Hamline for 8 consecutive hours. Van Wormer noted that the cost of a semaphore is $80,000% plus about $lOOO/year for electricity. Jean Day, 4250 Hamline Avenue, said there is a problem trying to cross Hamline - children catching school bus etc.; feels there will be a wider area to be crossed as proposed; feels parking on Hamline is not necessary; asked cost to the property owner; said she agrees that City make the south end as wide as the State wants it, City can use this width for walkways. Christoffersen noted that the road modification was initiated at ... City level, not State. John Fortnea, 1446 Indian Oaks Court, said he feels land-locked; is concerne for children crossing the street and wants to reduce speeding on this street. Fortney said he has never seen a police car pull a driver over for speeding; suggested a pedestrian walkway over Hamline and one over Lexington. Mr. Steven Dorr, 1330 Wynridge Drive, said the problem is coming off of 1-694 to Snelling, and up from Snelling Dnto Hamline. Feels speed should be reduced to 40 mph. Dorr suggested "stop" signs at key intersections, instead of a road improvement; this would slow traffic; feels traffic is only a problem at peak hours. ~ Minutes of Regular Council Meeting Monday. September 10, 1984 Page Three Mu)cahy stated we are providing for traffic not in the area; lower speed limit can discourage use of the street and make it less attractive; could restrict access, similar to Nicollet Mall. Como Park etc. . Van Wormer noted that if street is restricted. City's cost for the improvement would be 100%; otherwise it would qualify for State Aid. Rauenhorst asked if City is committed to decision Council makes tonight. Van Wormer said no. but Council should make the best decision it can at this time; noted that State wants to design this fall and build in the spring (south of County Road F); noted that the up- grade of Hamline is subsequent to this. Oan Grout. 1348 Eide Circle. said he lives at Eide Circle and Hamline; agrees with Mulcahy; wants to reduce traffic on Hamline; feels the need for a thru-way on Hamline is questionable; wants something to accommodate sidewalk. narrow the thru lane. provide more room on the sides; wants to know how to be paid. Tom Rockne, 4101 James Circle. said there is bus traffic on Hamline; said his preference'is a 3-lane road .providing for left-turns. wants a road that provides no possibility for a 4-lane road; feels 40 mph is too fast - should be 35 mph. Hicks asked the amount of through traffic on Hamline - what portion is traffic to CPI etc, as opposed to straight through traffic. Van Wormer said he does not have the answer tonight; estimated that the bulk of traffic is local. Hicks moved, seconded by Rauenhorst, that Council adopt Resolution No. 84-27 ,ESTA8LISHING WIOTH AND TRAFFIC LANES OF HAMLINE AVENUE. selected the 46' roadway with 3 lanes as the best alternative. In discussion. Hansen noted that overstreet walkways are virtually never used; commented that this has been her experience with them in other areas of the cities. Motion carried (Hicks. Rauenhorst. Hansen, Woodburn voting in favor of the motjon; Mulcahy voting in opposition). (4-1) John Zbarenh 4223 Hamline Avenue. said he is satisfied with the 46' street widt . Mark Peterson. 4468 Hamline Avenue. said he wants the bike path separated from the roadway. Payment No.4. 0 and P Contracting - Water Improvement 83-4 Council was referred to request for Payment No. 4 (0 & P Contracting). in the amount of $32.519.08. and Christoffersen recommended payment thereof. Christoffersen reported that 0 & P Contracting has over-laid the road; noted that $9000 is being retained for miscellaneous items pending completion. . REPORT OF VILLAGE PLANNER ORLYN MILLER Case No. 84-25. Site Plan Review - Bethel College Oormitory Council was referred to Planning memo (8/28/84). Planning Commission recommendation (minutes of 9/5/84) and to plan for, proposed Student Housing Phase IV. the 3rd building of a con- templated 5-buildinQ residence complex. Miller explained that the SpeCial Use Permit for Bethel College and Seminary was based on a Campus Master Plan which included all existing facilities on campus, and a number of additional facilities programmed for future construction. Miller reported that the pro- posed dormitory conforms to the Master Plan; therefore. only a Site Plan Review is required. Minutes of Regular Council Meeting Monday, September 10, 1984 Page Four Dave Lissner (Bethel College & Seminary) and Dick Cottle (Cottle Architects Inc.) were present to answer questions. Miller reported that the Planning Commission recommends Council approval of the proposed dormitory as per plans submitted (received 8/23/84). Rauenhorst moved, seconded by Mulcahy, that Council approves the Site Plan for dormitory building #3 in accordance with plans submitted. Motion carried unanimously. (5-0) Case No. 84-26, Temporary Classrooms at Valentine Hills Elementary School Council was referred to a transparency indicating the location of the temporary building, proposed to house 2 classrooms at Valentine ~ Hills School, and to a brochure (Design Space International) which pictures several types of modular buildings available. Miller explained that the addition of the temporary classrooms has been declared "insignificant" by Zoning Administrator Zehm, because of the reasons in her memo of 8/30/84; noted that if Council concurs, site plan only is required at this time. Miller reported that the Planning Commission recommends approval of the temporary classrooms for 5 years, with no extension on time period. John Ostlund (Mounds View School District) explained that the lease space is considered affordable, cost of building is prohibitive. Hicks asked if the reason for the additional classrooms is to reduce class size. Answer was yes, and to provide for special classes; noted that the need may go beyond 5 years. Rauenhorst moved, seconded by Hicks, that Council approve the single structure, as proposed, for five years, subject to land- scaping as stipulated by Planner Miller. Motion carried unanimously. (5-0) Case No. 83-13, McClung 3rd Addition - Final Plat Approval Miller reported that the Final Plat of McClung Third Addition, except for minor dimensional adjustments, is identical to the pre~ 1iminary plat; reported that the Planning Commission recommends approval of the Final Plat contingent upon:. 1. Approval of Royal Hills North Final Plat, 2. Resolution of park dedication, and recognizing minor width variances - Lot 4, Block 1 and Lot 8, Block 2, and minor depth variance - Lot 8, Block 2. Miller noted that all lots are well over the 14,000 SF minimum area. Miller said Council may defer action pending approval of the Royal Hills North plat or take action tonight; noted that the plat wi1J not be executed until the Royal Hills North Plat is approved. Hicks moved approval of the Final Plat of McClung Third Addition, subject to Final Plat Approval of Royal Hills North and resolution of Park Dedication, recognizing the minor Lot 8, Block 2 and Lot 4, Block 1 variances. Motion was seconded by Rauenhorst. In discussion, Hicks asked John McClung how a 5' wide walkway width was established. McClung said it was recommended by Parks and Recreation Committee; does not know whether it is intended to be a paved or grass surface. Some concern was expressed that the 5 foot width may be difficult to maintain. Motion carried unan- imously. (5-0) McClung stated that he is in favor of the North Heights Luthe'ran Church west of Snelling Avenue but access to the site should be limited to Highway 96; otherwise feels, in a few years, we'll be having the same traffic problems on Snelling as are now experi- enced on Ham1ine Avenue. . Presbyterian Homes - Special Use Permit Miller reported that he met some time ago (1-1~ years ago) with residents and representatives of Presbyterian Homes relative to ... -. ". Minutes of Regular Council Meeting Monday, September 10, 1984 Page Five . parking and truck loading concerns expressed by neighboring residents; reported that the neighbors feel the negotiations have fallen through. Miller explained that this represents a violation of the Presbyterian Homes Special Use Permit, which is an enforce- ment issue; noted that cars and other vehicles are parked in rear (lakeside) of the building in an area designated as a "fire zone" - also other storage in this area; reported no progress has been made; understands that Presbyterian Homes (now Johanna Shores) is undergoing a re-structuring of the organization; reported that a group of people will be contacting the City re these violations. Council concurred that Miller be authorized to advise Administrator Hagstrom of the apparent S.U.P. violations, and to request com- pliance with the Special Use Permit provisions or re-negotiation of the Special Use Permit. It was also noted that some parking at Sutton Place appears to be in violation of City Code. (Miller was requested to submit written report to Council for next Council meeting.) ~esolution No. 84-28, Asproving Appraisal Value of City's Taking of Permanent Roadway an Utility Easement and Temporary Slope Easement from George J. Reilin~ Council was referred to Lynden s letter of 8/31/84 re City of Arden Hills vs. George J. Reiling and enclosed appraisal report estimating the value of damages to be sustained by Reiling at $11,000.00 Rauenhorst moved, seconded by Mulcahy, that Council adopt Resolution No. 84-28, RESOLUTION APPROVING APPRAISAL VALUE OF CITY'S TAKING OF PERMANENT ROADWAY AND UTILITY EASEMENT AND TEMPORARY SLOPE EASEMENT FROM GEORGE J. REILING. Motion carried unanimously. (5-0) Report on Human Rights Committee Meeting North Suburban Youth Service Bureau Statistics on Youth Service Bureau were distributed to Council. Rauenhorst reported that she-received a call from Don Seversen, Mounds View area Citizen for ".S.Y.S.B.; requesting to be heard at Council meeting when N.S.I.S.B. is on the agenda. Mulcahy reported that he told Chris Clausen (N.S.Y.S.B.) not to come to tonight's meeting; advised that no action would be taken tonight. N.S.Y.S.B. to be on September 24th Agenda. McNiesh to notify N.S.Y.S.B. of approximate time on agenda. Accessibilitl of Voting Places It was repor ed that two polling places are not accessible to the handicapped: - Arden Manor Community Building - I.O.O.F. Lodge It was noted by McNiesh that a new facility will be needed for Precinct II (I.O.O.F. Lodge); reported that Precinct #5 at Arden Manor can probably be combined with Precinct '4 at the Village Hall. OTHER BUSINESS . Lake Johanna Geese - Response to Survey Hansen reported that she sent out 101 post cards asking if geese should be removed, are you willing to help pay for their removal, advising of estimated removal cost of $3000/year for 3-5 years. Hansen reported 67 cards were returned; 53 do not want geese removed, 12 were in favor of their removal, 7 of 12 said they would be willing to help finance it. Minutes of Regular Council Meeting Monday, September 10, 1984 Page Six ..' .--.-.., Hansen said this will be an item for discussion at their annual lake meeting in the spring; suggested it may also be of conce~n to Ramsey County and DNR. Pedestrian Walkway Mulcahy reported that he received a call from a Briarknoll resident relative to the 20' wide pathway from Briarknoll to Norma Avenue; reports they have concerns re this trail and will be re- questing that changes be made, after polling affected property owners. October Council Meeting Schedule . It was noted that the 2nd Monday in October (October 8) is Columbus Day; therefore a change in date of meeting is necessary. Council concurred that October Council meetings be held on October 15th and 29th. (Rauenhorst to be absent October 18th to 30th.) September Parks Committee Meeting Hansen will attend in place of Mulcahy as liaison. REPORT OF CLERK ADMINISTRATOR CHARLOTTE McNIESH Claims Rauenhorst moved to approve the Claims as presented. Hansen seconded, and the motion carried unanimously. (5-0) Sidewalk (Tent) Sale - Hoigaard's McNiesh referred Council to Application for Sidewalk (Tent) Sale at Hoigaard's. Hicks moved approval of the 4-day tent sale, and the Special Event (banner) Sign, as requested. Motion was seconded by Hansen and carried unanimously. (5-0) Election Day Liquor Sales McNiesh reported that State law now permits the sale of liquor on the day of any state-wide election, but unless municipalities have amended their ordinances accordingly, municipalities may re- strict the sales on days of State-wide elections. McNiesh reported that Arden Hills has not amended its ordinance; conse- quently, liquor establishments have been advised that liquor may not be sold on September 11th (Primary Election). After discussion, Rauenhorst moved to amend the sections of the Arden Hills Code and to specifically allow the sale of liquor on the day of the Primary Election, September 11, 1984. Motion was seconded by Hicks and carried unanimously. (5-0) (Liquor establishments to be notified they may sell liquor on Tuesday, September 11, 1984.) Adjournment Hicks moved, seconded by Hansen, that the meeting adjourn at 10:25 p.m. Motion carried unanimously. (5-0) . ~!JjJ;!z~ ar otte McNiesh Clerk Administrator K~~A./h'~~/ Robert L. Woodburn Mayor Notice of Meeting The next Regular Council Meeting will be on Monday, September 24, 1984, at 7:30 p.m. at the Village Hall.