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CITY OF ARDEN HILLS
4364 WEST ROUND LAKE ROAD
ARDEN HILLS, MN 55112-5794
AGENDA
CITY COUNCIL MEETING, CITY HALL
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 25,2000,7:30 P.M.
City Philosophy
To provide a basic and necessary scope of quality services
through the innovative and purposeful use ofresources,
THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY (EDA)
HAS BEEN CANCELLED.
7:30 P,M,
1.
Call to Order
7:30 P,M,
2.
Approval of Meeting Agenda
7:30 P,M,
3.
Approval of Meeting Minutes
a, August 21,2000 Council Worksession
7:35 P,M,
4.
Consent Calendar
Those items listed under the Consent Calendar are considered to be routine by the City
Council and wHl be enacted by one motion under a Consent Calendar fonnat. There will be
no separate discussion of these items, unless a Council member so requests, in which event,
the item will be removed from the general order of business and considered separately in its
normal sequence on the agenda.
a, Claims and Payroll
b, Res, #00-32, Resolution Supporting Minnesota Cities:
Building Quality Communities
c, Res, #00-33, Resolution Establishing Rate for the Year
2001 Curbside Recycling Program
d, Res, #00-34, Resolution Authorizing Application for
Recycling Grant Funds for 2001
PHONE: (651) 633-5676 . FAX (651) 633-7839
AGENDA - PAGE TWO
CITY COUNCIL MEETING, CITY HALL
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 2000,7:30 P.M.
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7:40 P,M,
7:45 P,M,
8:30 P,M,
8:40 P,M,
9:l5P,M,
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Public Comments
This is an opportunity for citizens to bring to the Council's attention any items not currently
on the agenda. In addressing the Council, please state your name and address for the record,
and a brief summary of the specific item being addressed to the Council. To allow adequate
time for each person wishing to address the Council, we ask that individuals limit their
comments to three (3) minutes. Written documents may be distributed to the Council prior
to the meeting, or as bench copies, to allow a more timely presentation.
6.
Unfinished and New Business
a, Planning Cases
1, Case #00-3], Hood Flexible Packaging, 1887
Gateway Blvd" Planned Unit Development (PUD)
Amendment
2, MA Peterson Design Build, 1228 Karth Lake Drive,
Variance from OHW Setback
3, Gayle Gulsvig, 3810 New Brighton Road, Special
Use Permit (SUP) Home Occupation
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7.
Administrator Comments
a, Council Directive, Planning Commission Vacancy
b, Community Events Banners
8.
Council Comments and Committee Activity Reports
9.
Adjourn
The above times may vary depending upon length of issue discussion.
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DRAFT
MEETING MINUTES
CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION
MONDAY, AUGUST 21, 2000
4:45 P.M. - CITY HALL, 4364 WEST ROUND LAKE ROAD
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Probst called the meeting to order at 4:45 p,m, Those present included Councilmembers
Beverly Aplikowski, Gregg Larson and Lois Rem, Councilmember Grant had previously
notified Mayor Probst of his inability to attend tonight's Worksession,
Staff present included City Administrator, Joe Lynch; City Accountant, Terry Post; Public
Works Director, Dwayne Stafford; Parks and Recreation Director, Tom Moore; Recreation
Program Supervisor, Michelle Olson; Planner, Jennifer Chaput; and Recording Secretary, Sheila
Stowell.
Mayor Probst closed the Council Worksession at 4:47 p,m, for a Closed Executive Session to
discuss pending litigation,
Mayor Probst reconvened the Council Worksession at 5:56 ,m,
DISCUSSION ITEMS
a.
County Road I and Schutta Road
City Administrator Lynch introduced Mr. Jim Tolaas, Ramsey County Department of Public
Works, Mr. Tolaas was in attendance to discuss the design process with Ramsey County's
County Road I and Wispark project in the City of Shoreview : and the future development
ramifications with the City of Arden Hills,
Discussion items included Ramsey County's policy regarding semiphore cost participation
between the City and County; the cleven (11) warrants to be met for County installation of a
semiphore; the status of the West Round Lake Road signal reimbursement; and an update
regarding future planning for the Schutta Road to Lexington Avenue segment.
Staff was directed to bring back the "No Parking" resolution for County Road I at the August 28,
2000 regular City Council meeting,
Highways 96/10lntersection
Mr. T olaas discussed the current status of design for the Highway 96/1 0 intersection,
Discussion items included the study being conducted through work with the 1-35W Corridor
Coalition, a process of approximately seven (7) months, which is tied to the build out study; cost
sharing and revenue sources; right-of-way acquisition; availability oftumback dollars;
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Mayor Probst requested that Mr. Tolaas advise Mr, Mayasich of the City of Arden Hills' desire .
to bc included in any current or future discussions regarding any Twin Cities Army Ammunition
Plant (TCAAP) maintenance facility planning discussions involving the County and other
agencies, Mr. Tolaas stated that Ramsey County and the National Guard were in discussions
about the potential resiting of the joint maintenance facility to comply with City zoning
requirements,
County Road E, Streetlight Standard Replacement
Mr. Stafford presented evidence ofthe need to replace the seventeen (17) city-owned streetlight
poles along County Road E due to the deterioration ofthe underground mountings, Mr, Stafford
estimated the cost of replacement to be between $1,700 - $2,300 per standard, exclusive of
mounting and lightheads, Mr. Stafford was working with a firm that suggested replacement of
the concrete pillars, at approximately $3,000 per pole, Mr. Stafford recommended to the Council
that they direct the City's Operations and Finance Committee to review the City's current street
light poliey and potential design of a City streetlight standard,
Discussion items included the immediate safety issues; involvement of the Planning Commission
in any future city-wide lighting design process
Staff was directed to bring a recommendation to the City Council at their August 28, 2000
regular meeting with an estimated cost for a temporary welding repair solution; as well as a
recommendation to the Operations and Finance Committee and the Planning Commission for a
further study, _
b. Ingerson Road
Mayor Probst stated that the purpose of this agenda item tonight was for an informal presentation
of the two (2) reports; that of the Ingerson Neighborhood Review Group and that of City Staff
and the Consulting Engineer. Mayor Probst asked that any further elaboration on specific points
in either report be held until the August 28, 2000 formal presentation to the lull City Council at
their regular meeting, Mayor Probst stated that, at the August 28th meeting, a publie information
meeting date would be established, with further Couneil action to follow at that publie meeting,
Ms, Linda Swanson, representing the Ingerson Neighborhood Review Group, thanked Mayor
Probst, Couneilmembers, City staff, and Consulting Engineer, Greg Brown, for the opportunity
to review the proposed 2000 Street Improvement Project, and to provide recommendations to the
City CouneiL
Ms, Swanson reviewed the speeific items of agreement, and those conflicting items, between the
staff and neighborhood groups,
Mayor Probst expressed his appreciation that there appeared to be more commonality than
differences in the reports,
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Discussion items includcd the detriment of increased road widths; potential closure of Hamline
Avenue and lack of consensus of the neighborhood group; increased traffic on Ingerson and
Dunlap; the Lake Josephine Associations concern for the Fernwood Channel recreational land
value; untreated stormwater into wetlands; the presentation on raingardens by Mr, Haider of the
City of Maplewood, and the varying soils involved; and the protection or insulation of water and
sewer lines in somc areas proposed for raingarden installation,
Mayor Probst complimented thc Review Group, and again thanked them for their research and
presentation,
Councilmember Aplikowski requested comments from anyone else in the audience,
Two (2) unidentified representatives ofthe Lake Josephine Association, were present and
requestcd more definitive information on the plan for the Fernwood Channel, as it directly
affectcd their property, They asked the City Council to be included in any future discussions,
Mayor Probst stated that the City Council anticipated the public informational meeting to be
scheduled at one of the September regular Council meetings, and assured the residents that the
neighborhood would be notified,
Staff was directed to establish an orderly fashion to address the specific issues involved in the
report, to allow the City Council to direct the consulting engineer to prepare a revised feasibility
report,
c, 2001 Budget
Mr. Post stated that staff was continuing to work on the previous directive ofthe City Council to
provide a 200 I Budget, based on a maximum levy increase of 2,5%,
Mr. Post addressed the proposed unbudgeted streetlight standard repair and/or replacement, and
stated that this could possibly be considered as a 2000 project as funding was more readily
available at this time, Mr. Post also addressed the Council's proposal for the 2001102 Pavement
Management Plan (PMP), and the possibility of pending development in the Gateway Business
District and the possible need to reprioritize the West Round Lake Road Phase II project.
Councilmember Aplikowski proposed increasing the 2001 levy by three percent (3%),
Mr. Post advised that the optional dates for the City's Truth in Taxation dates would be
December 4th or December II th, with the Preliminary Levy due to Ramsey County by September
15,2000,
Staff was directed to plan for the Ingerson Neighborhood Project as the PMP Project for 200 I,
and that future projects would most likely continue on a two-year cycle and process; and to
continue with the proposed 2,5% maximum levy increase,
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Parks Director Moore reported on various activities of the Parks and Recreation Department
including, recent trail grooming and brush clearing; Ingerson Park play structure installation; fall
aeration; Cummings Park wam1inghouse repair done by staff at an (approximate savings of
$4,000; addition of a practice soccer field at Floral Park; field #3 at Perry Park now being
opcrational; ongoing improved working relationship \vith Northwestern College regarding the
Presbyterian Homes field and the agreement to provide the City fees for services rendered,
Planner Chaput reported on various issues before the Planning Commission regarding ordinance
and sign changes; as well as seeking Council input at a future joint Planning Commission/City
Council Worksession,
Recreation Program Supervisor Olson updated the Council on various Recreation activities
including increased soccer registrations; no need for additional fields; and addition of a new pre-
school soccer program,
Public Works Dircctor Stafford reported that the City was making good use of the sewer
maintcnance easement machine recently purchased jointly with the City of White Bear Lake; a
planned meeting with BR W staff on Thursday to discuss the Highway 96 median cut at the new
City Hall site; testing and repair of the City's civil defense sirens; status of the requested speed
study for Highway 51; the research and drafting of an ordinance requiring installation of grease
traps to prevent recurring grease problems in City sewer Jines from food processors and
restaurants, Mr. Stafford reported that more of these problems were being found with the .
advanced televising of the sewer lines, Mr, Brown stated that a report on the recent televising of
the City's sanitary sewer system would be forthcoming, with the Edgewater and Ingerson
neighborhoods having the most immediate areas for concern,
City Treasurer Post reported that he would be seeking Council authorization in the near future
for submitting a grant proposal to the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) for
reimbursement of property acquisition costs at the Indykiewicz site, Mr, Post also stated that
additional Finance Department activities included work on the 2001 Budget and election
training,
City Administrator Lynch reported on the upcoming Preconstruction meeting for construction of
the City Hall facility; meeting with MnDOT and Ramsey County for potential relocation of a
National Guard site and commercial driver's facility from Fort Snelling to the Twin Cities Army
Ammunition Plant (TCAAP); and a recent meeting with the St. Paul Water Utility regarding
their interest in purchasing the City of Arden Hills' water system,
Related discussion items included the viability of ownership of the water system by another
party; capacities of neighboring communities; and the status of the request for the City to acquire
the TCAAP infrastructure system,
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Councilmember Larson requested further Council follow up to staff recommendations regarding
revisions to the City's Zoning Ordinance and why the Council failed to reach a consensus,
Councilmember Larson asked that the Council reconsider their decision regarding continuing
parking issues; non-owner-occupied residences; property valuation repercussions; and further
public information of the proposed changes,
It was the consensus of the Councilmembers and staff was directed to schedule a joint
Workscssion in September between the Planning Commission and City Council to discuss
various zoning ordinance revisions, including the above-referenced item and antennas,
Another concern raised by Councilmembers was the numerous complaints received regarding the
home-based business on County Road E, Planner Chaput advised that there was an application
forthcoming to the Planning Commission from the resident for a Class Two Home Business,
Councilmember Rem advised that Mayor Probst would be presenting a historical perspective on
the lengthy process for the construction of the new City Hall facility at the next Operations and
Finance Committee meeting,
Councilmember Aplikowski advised that the City Events Task Force was moving forward with
plans for the City's Fiftieth Anniversary celebration and that a one-time annual calendar was
being planned, with historical photographs being solicited, Councilmember Aplikowski also
reported on the Communications Committee and their continued diligence and dedication,
Mayor Probst discussed upcoming vacancies in the City's Planning Commission; and requested
clarification of the schedule for the revised City logo and its inclusion in the next Recreation
Guide printing,
City Administrator Lynch advised that the three options for the logo would be presented to the
City Council at one of their September meetings,
Discussion ensued regarding the process to be followed by staff and the consulting engineer for
the Ingerson Neighborhood Street Improvement Project. Staff was directed to provide a topic by
topic report to allow the City Council to reach agreement on the direction to provide to the
consulting engineer for an amended feasibility study; to then hold a public informational
meeting; then call for detailed plans and specifications; then the formal Public Hearing related to
the Chapter 429 assessment process, Staff was further directed to consult with Ms, Swanson, as
the spokesperson for the Ingerson neighborhood prior to the public information meeting; to
provide an adequate number of visuals for ease of presentation and understanding; and to prepare
for a review of the City's Assessment Policy regarding the basis of road width for assessment
purposes,
ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION - AUGUST 21, 2000
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ADJOURN
MOTION: Councilmember Aplikowski moved and Councilmember Larson seconded
a motion to adjourn the meeting at 9:27 p,m, The motion carried unanimously (4-0).
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CITY OF ARDEN HILLS
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE CLAIMS REPORT
TO BE APPROVED AT 09/25/00 COUNCIL MEETING
CLAIMS PAID SINCE LAST COIJNCIL MEETING I0911I/OO)
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18261
18262
18263
18264
18265
18266
18267
18268
09/11100
09/11/00
09/11100
09112/00
09112/00
09/15/00
09/18/00
09/] 8/00
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3416,96
1,825.36
3,198,94
300,00
120,00
1 171.00
32,64
3,496,68
Affinit Plus Federal Credit Union
LeMA Retirement Trust - 457
Public Em 10 ees Retirement Association
Davannils
lvfN Fall Maintenance Ex 0
:MN De artment of Revenue
Fortis Benefits
Lakes Coun Service Coo erative
Subtotal- Paid Claims
13,567,58
Paid Claims From Above -
13,567.58
Add Unpaid Claims, Page 3 of 3 ~
104154,77
Total Accounts Payable Claims
for Council Approval, 09/25/00 ~
II7,722,35
Note:
Checks for unpaid claims totaling $121,922.94 were mailed
on September 12, 2000 after approval at the September] t, 2000
Council Meeting. They were check numbers 18214 - 18260
This sequence corresponds to unpaid temporary numbers
T1 - T47. Check numbers 18212 - 18213 were used for
alignment.
Second Sc tember Pa roll
Second Se tember Pa 011
Second Se tember Pa roll
Election Da Pizza's
6 Re istrations a; $20.00-Public Works
Sales Tax - Au ust 2000
Se tember Lon Term Disabilit
Insurance - October
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CITY OF ARDEN HILLS
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE CLAIMS REPORT
TO BE APPROVED AT 09/25/00 COUNCIL MEETING
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UI\PAID CLAIMS REGISTER:
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T01 09/26/00 A-I Hvdraulic Sales & Service 41.76 Hi2h Pressure PiDe Fitting
T02 09/26/00 Accurate Press, Inc. 494,16 Envelones & Letterhead
T03 09/26/00 Advantage Sign & Grauhics, Inc. 303.53 Manhole Si.!lls & Posts
T04 09/26/00 AT&T 24.44 Lono- Distance
T05 09/26/00 Bad9"cr Meter, Inc. 798,75 Utility Service Agreement
T06 09/26/00 Berres, Sandra 10,08 MilealJc Reimbursement
T07 09/26/00 Bift's, Inc. 281.04 Portable Toilets
T08 09/26/00 Boc Ornamental Tron, Inc. 3.104,00 Li"ht Pole ReDair -Co Rd E
T09 09/26/00 Brunn, LuAnn 240,00 Sentember Cleaniul'-Citv Hall
T10 09/26/00 BR W Inc. 29,028,80 Julv Eno-ineering Services
III 09/26/00 eatco Parts Service 282,07 Lift #2-Rebuild Motor
TI2 09/26/00 CC Sharrow Co., Inc. 249,93 Backhoc-LiftitH! Attachment
TI3 09/26/00 Construction Bulletin Mapazine 248,00 Watermain Bid
Tl4 09/26/00 Davis & LaDcrma.n Inc. 1,865,00 Annraisal Fees-Reilins:r-Condemnation
TI5 09/26/00 Election Systems & Sofuvare Inc. 170,69 Election Supplies
T16 09/26/00 Electro Watchman, Inc. 488,84 Alarm Svstem-Public Works
T17 09/26/00 Electronic Interiors, Inc. 2,982,50 Elec Tech DesiQTJ-Citv Council Chambers
T18 09/26/00 Ess Brothers & Sons, Inc, 1,354.68 Co Rd F-Manhole Covers
T19 09/26/00 Franallone's Hardware, Inc. 62,80 Sentember Purchases
120 09126/00 Frekim!, Pamela 60,00 Refund-Pre-Basketball
T2l 09/26/00 Goodvear Brad RalJan Tire Inc. 215,97 Tire Renair-Parks
122 09/26/00 Gopher State One-Call, Inc. 145,60 AUPllSt Service
123 09/26/00 Hannv Faces Entertainment Co. 95,00 Denosit for Halloween Party 10/27/00
T24 09/26/00 Hieh Point Creative, LLC 3,911.42 Fall 2000 Ree Guide
T25 09/26100 leI Dulux Paint Centers 239.15 Pres. Homes-Soccer Field Paint
T26 09/26100 LU,O,E, Local 49 262,00 Sentember Pavroll Deductions
127 09/26/00 Johnston Fan!O Culvert, Inc. 163,26 Culvert & Accessories-Karth Lake Outlet
T28 09/26/00 Kath Auto Parts 55,87 Sentember Purchases
T29 09/26/00 Lake Country Ch,oter-1CBO 150,00 Nov 2000 Seminar-Scherbel
no 09/26/00 Met Council Environmental Services 40 040,00 October Sewer Charge
n1 09/26/00 Midwest Asnhalt Comoration 32,24 Road Renair Material
T32 09/26/00 Minnesota Safetv Council 225,00 Membershin Dues
T33 09/26/00 MIL Distributine Co. 237,74 Lower Heater Hose #42/Seat Kit #4995
n4 09/26/00 Natale's Caffe, Inc. 82,62 Election Judpe Training
n5 09/26/00 North Metro Insnection, Inc. 1,497,60 Aupust Electrical Insnection
T36 09/26/00 Northern States Powcr Co. 3,939,60 Sentember Service
II Total ~ Unuaid Claims ___ 93,384,14 II
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UNPAID CLAIMS REGISTER:
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T37
T38
T39
T40
T41
T42
T43
T44
145
T46
147
T48
T49
150
151
09/26/00
09/26/00
09/26/00
09/26/00
09126/00
09/26/00
09/26/00
09/26/00
09/26/00
09/26/00
09/26/00
09/26/00
09/26/00
09/26/00
09/26/00
Northern Watcr Works Su
Northwestern Col!e e
Non Com an
Olson, Michelle
Peterson, Fram & Ber an PA
Post, Terrance
Postmaster-St. Paul
Reed, Fred
Renewal Anderson, Inc,
Rosedale Chevrolet
S1. Paul Pioneer Press
Stanton Grou
State Treasurer
Tar et Stores
TimeSaver Off-Site Secretarial
168,95
225,00
19,33
58,64
7,287,96
64,68
1,700,00
20.45
89,54
29,63
705,60
100,00
30,00
78,72
192.13
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Total Cnpaid Claims ---
10,770,63
93,384,14
104,154,771
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Pres. Homes Soccer Field-Shared Maint. Costs
Hi Pressure Pi e Fiuin s
Milea effix eDse Reimbursement
Au 5t Le al Fees
Milca e Reimbursement
Pennit#1962-Posta e
2000 Unifonn Purchase
Refund-#BOQ-7290-Buildin Permit
Switch # 1 04
Land Transfer FOST, EBS
FSA Admin Fees-Au ust
2000 Fall Bid Code Seminar-Scherbel
Soccer Su lies
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CITY OF ARDEN HILLS
COUNTY OF RAMSEY
STATE OF MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION NO. 00-32
RESOLUTION SUPPORTING
MINNESOTA CITIES: BUILDING QUALITY COMMUNITIES
WHEREAS, the top values and priorities of citizens include safety, family, job opportunities,
health, the well-being of children, and recreational opportunities; and
WHEREAS, many of the services cities provide directly enhance those citizen priorities; and
WHEREAS, the connection between city services and how they benefit citizen priorities and
concerns is not always understood by citizens; and
WHEREAS, it is one of the responsibilities of city officials to that ensure legislators, media and
citizens understand their governments through open and frequent communication using various
avenues and means; and
WHEREAS, it is important to encourage citizens to actively participate in city government, to
share their views, and to work in partnership with city officials to ensure that the needs of the
community are met; and
WHEREAS, partnerships developed between citizens and city officials can result in greater
understanding ofthe connection between Minnesota's high quality oflife and the services
provided by Minnesota cities, as well as in greater trust by citizens in the efforts of their city
government;
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Arden Hills,
Minnesota that:
The City of Arden Hills hereby declares its commitment to join in the "Minnesota Cities:
Building Quality Communities: statewide educational effort in cooperation with our
fellow members of the League of Minnesota Cities, We hereby designate Joe Lynch,
City Administrator, as the City of Arden Hills' key contact for this effort, and will inform
the League of Minnesota Cities of this designation,
PASSED AND ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARDEN HILLS
THIS 25th DAY OF SEPTEMBER, 2000.
ATTEST:
DENNIS PROBST, MAYOR
. JOSEPH p, LYNCH, CITY ADMINISTRATOR
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145 University Avenue West, St, Paul, MN 55103-2044
phone: (651) 281-1200 . (800) 925-112_
TDD (651) 281.129.
LMC Fax: (651) 281-1299 . LMCIT Fax: (651) 281.1298
Web Site: http://www.lmnc,org
Lea914e of Minnesota Cities
Cities promoting exooUenoo
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AUG 2 '7. 2000
August 21, 2000
CiTY Or- {
HiLLS
Joseph Lynch, City Admin
4364 W Round Lake Rd
Arden Hills, MN 55112-3923
Dear Joseph:
I am writing to personally ask for your help,
At the June Annual Conference, the League launched its Building Quality Communities
initiative, This program is a two-year effort in part to change how legislators, the media, and
citizens look at local government. As you know all to well, the dialogue often focuses
exclusively on the level of taxation without recognition that those taxes have a direct bearing on
the quality oflife in our communities,
We are now in the process of preparing our legislative agenda for the coming session, As part of
that effort, our policy committees will be reviewing all of our policies in the context of the
Building Quality Communities initiative, Our hope, of course, is that by framing policies in this
way it will help to make that important connection between cities and quality of life, Another
important step, and the purpose of this letter, is to be able to demonstrate to legislators and the
media that we have widespread support among Minnesota's cities, Therefore, I am asking that
you present the accompanying resolution to your City Council for its consideration,
Thank you for your consideration, Please send copies of your adopted resolutions to Laura
Petersen at the League offices, Also, if you have any questions or would like further information,
please contact either Laura or me,
Sincerely,
r';J11~
James F. Miller
Executive Director
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITYI AFFIRMATIVE AcnON EMPLOYER
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CITY OF ARDEN HILLS
MEMORANDUM
DATE:
September 20, 2000
TO:
Joe Lynch, City Administrator
Dwayne Stafford, Public Works Director ~
Res. #00-33, Establishiug Rate for the Year 2001 Recycliug Program
FROM:
SUBJECT:
Back!!round
The City has been involved with providing a curbside recycling service to all City households for
over ten (10) years, Funding for this service is achieved through assessments to individual
residential properties and monies returned to the City from Ramsey County in the form of a
SCORE grant. The County provides SCORE grants to eligible cities participating in the
Recycling program,
Through a Joint Powers Agreement (IP A), the County adds the City's cost for the recycling
service to the residents property tax bill, and returns the collected monies to the City, along with
the SCORE grant money of approximately $19,400, The City uses this money to pay for
recycling costs,
ReQuest
Ramsey County asks the participating cities in the IP A to provide the County with a resolution
establishing the Year 200 I rate for recycling services,
Year 2001Rate
The Public Works Director has reviewed costs for the recycling program, and contacted the
service provider for input on estimating cost increases for 2001, No increases are expected for
2001, which will result in the fee for each residential parcel remaining at $22,45 per year,
Recommendation
The Public Works Director recommends Council adopt Res, #00-33, which continues the rate of
$22,45 per year per residential parcel.
CITY OF ARDEN HILLS
COUNTY OF RAMSEY
STATE OF MINNESOTA
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RESOLUTION NO. 00-33
RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING RATE
FOR 2001 CURBSIDE RECYCLING PROGRAM
WHEREAS, the City of Arden Hills has an established curbside recycling program in place for
all Arden Hills residents; and
WHEREAS, the City will continue the program into the Year 200 I; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of Arden Hills has entered into a Joint Powers Agreement (JPA)
with Ramsey County to assess individual residential property owners fees to support the
recycling program; and
WHEREAS, the City of Arden Hills wishes to continue this funding mechanism.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Arden Hills,
Minnesota:
That the funding rate for residential recycling for the Year 200 I is hereby established at
$22.45 per residential parcel.
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BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Council authorizes Ramsey County to place this
charge upon the tax rolls.
PASSED AND ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARDEN HILLS
THIS 25th DAY OF SEPTEMBER, 2000.
ATTEST:
DE~SPROBST,MAYOR
JOSEPH P. LYNCH, CITY ADMINISTRATOR
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MEMORANDUM
DATE:
September 20, 2000
TO:
Joe Lynch, City Administrator
Dwayne Stafford, Public Works Director ~.
Year 2001 SCORE Grant
FROM:
SUBJECT:
Reqnest
Staffrequests Council approval of Res. #00-34, authorizing application for recycling grant funds
for 2001. Funds through the Ramsey County SCORE grant available to the City amount to
$19,418 for fiscal year 2001. The City has typically used these funds to assist in its residential
recycling program costs.
The following chart shows a history of SCORE grant monies received since 1994 compared to
what the City is eligible for in the year 2001.
YEAR SCORE GRANT PERCENTAGE
FUNDS OF CHANGE
FROM 1994
1994 $19,408
1995 19,326 -0.42%
1996 19,127 - 1.45%
1997 19,347 +0.31 %
1998 19,514 +0.55%
1999 19,490 +0.41 %
2000 19,554 +0.75%
2001 19,418 +0.05%
Recommendation
Staffrecommends City Council approval and adoption of Res. #00-34 entitled, "Resolution
Authorizing Application for Recycling Grant Funds for 2001."
CITY OF ARDEN HILLS
COUNTY OF RAMSEY
STATE OF MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION NO. 00-34
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING APPLICATION FOR
RECYCLING GRANT FUNDS FOR 2001
WHEREAS, the City of Arden Hills is eligible to apply for $19,418.00 in SCORE recycling
grant funds; and
WHEREAS, such funds would assist in continuing and improving the City's recycling program
for the year of 200 1.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Arden Hills,
Minnesota, that the City Administrator be authorizcd to apply for such grant funds for the year of
2001.
PASSED AND ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARDEN HILLS
THIS 25th DAY OF SEPTEMBER, 2000.
DENNIS PROBST, MAYOR
ATTEST:
JOSEPH LYNCH, CITY ADMINISTRATOR
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MEMORANDUM
DATE:
September 8, 2000
TO:
Mayor and City Council
Jennifer Chaput, City Planne~
Case #00-31, Planned Unit Development Amendment
Hood Flexible Packaging, 1887 Gateway Blvd
FROM:
SUBJECT:
Request
The applicant is requesting to amend the Planned Unit Development for 1887 Gateway Blvd. to allow the
placement of a make-up air unit (-IT x 5'9", as shown in Exhibit A) and a chiller condenser (-1' x 5'6",
as shown in Exhibit B) in front of one of the business' existing loading doors (as shown on the site plan,
Exhibit C).
Backl!round
Hood Flexible Packaging came before the City Council with Planning Case #00-17a to request the
addition of two exterior solvent tanks, a catalytic oxidizer and the expansion of one overhead door to
accommodate these additions. This case was approved with the following conditions:
1. A minimum of three protective bollards be placed to protect the fence structure.
2. The dock door closest to the oxidizer not be used once the oxidizer is in place.
3. Solvent tank and oxidizer screening be cedar wood construction painted to match the building.
4. All roof top mechanical devices be screened per code requirements.
5. Solvent tank placements meet building/fire code regulations.
6. No detectable odors from the printing process be present on the exterior of the building.
Zoninl! Review
1. Make-up air unit. The proposed make-up air unit is required for the operation of Hood Flexible
Packaging to bring warm air into the building in the wintertime to equalize airflow. A lot of air is
exhausted out ofthe building and air must be returned to the building so that negative air pressure is
not created. It would be difficult to open doors or efficiently dry printed materials without it. This
unit would be located directly in front of one of the dock doors so the loading dock would no longer
be utilized.
2. Chiller condenser. The chiller condenser is required to chill water that in turn cools down presses and
machinery for the operation ofthe business. The condenser would be placed to the south of the make-
up air unit along the building. The operation of these systems is further explained in a letter by the
applicant (Exhibit D).
Screening of Mechanical Equipment. Section VI, E, 4,j of the Zoning Ordinance requires that,
"Screening shall also be provided where mechanical operating equipment is located on the ground or
on the roof of the premises.. .constructed and located to prevent direct view of the equipment".
Screening types may be a fence, wall or landscaping area. It is the property owner's responsibility to
provide screening, as required.
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The applicant is proposing that two types of mechanical equipment be located on the ground on this
property. There is no screening plan provided with this application but the applicant is willing to
screen the units according to City Council recommendation. Planning Case #00-17a required the same
applicants at the same address to screen their proposed outdoor units with cedar wood construction,
painted to match the exterior of the building.
Deadline for A~encv Actions
The City of Arden Hills received the complete application for this request on August 7, 2000. Pursuant to
Minnesota State Statute, the City must act on this request by October 6, 2000 (60 days), unless the City
provides the petitioner with written reasons for an additional 60-day review period. The additional review
period would extend to December 5, 2000. The City may, with the petitioners' consent, extend the review
period beyond the December 5, 2000, date.
Lastly, if the City denies the petitioners' request, Ii ... it must state, in writing, the reasons for the denial at
the time that it denies the request. H
Ontions
1. Recommend approval as submitted.
2. Recommend approval with conditions.
3. Recommend denial with reasons for denial.
4. Table for additional information.
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Recommendations
The Planning Commission recommends approval of Planning Case #00-31, Planned Unit Development
Amendment for 1887 Gateway Blvd. for the addition of a make-up air unit and a chiller condenser, as
shown in the applicant's submittal, with the following conditions:
1. Screening of the make-up air unit and chiller condenser must be constructed of opaque colored
webbed fencing (materials as agreed on with staff) of a color to match the building and built to
a height equal to the equipment being screened.
2. Application for a building permit must be made, meeting all building and fire code regulations.
Updates
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MEMORANDUM
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September 11, 2000
TO:
Mayor and City Council
Jennifer Chaput, City PlannerCflJ
Case #00-32, Variance (OHW Setback),
MA Peterson Design Build, 1228 Karth Lake Drive
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The applicant is rcquesting a variance from the ordinary high water mark setback of Karth Lake
(69 feet proposed, when 75 feet is required) for the removal of an existing screened porch and deck
and the construction of a smaller screened porch with stairs and an addition to the single family
home, zoned R-I (Exhibit A).
Backl!round
The proposed construction of the screened porch with stairs and addition to the home actually
decreases the current area of the house by 162 square feet. The addition onto the house is an
additional 229 square feet. However, the size of the deck and steps decreases by 172 square feet and
the patio area decreases by 219 square feet. Overall, the construction reduces the footprint of the
house.
The setback, determined by the DNR and adopted by the City, from the ordinary high water mark
of Karth Lake (934.95) is 75'. It appears that a number of homes along Karth Lake are unable to
meet this setback as they currently exist. Minnesota Rules 6120.3200 states that lakes classified as
"general development" (Karth Lake) should have a structure setback of75' from the ordinary high
water level for unsewered lots and 50' for sewered lots, Current City Code states the setback is 75'
and, since this is the more restrictive ofthe two, this case must be evaluated according to this setback
from the ordinary high water level.
Variance Findinl!s
In order to grant a variance, a hardship must be identified, as defined by the City and State criteria
outlined above. The applicant has responded to the hardship criteria in a letter, as provided in
Exhibit B. For this application for a variance from the ordinary high water mark ofKarth Lake at
1228 Karth Lake Drive, the following findings can be made:
I. Whether the circumstances for which the variance is requested are unique to the property.
There are a number of properties along Karth Lake that face the same situation as this property
owner. It appears that a number of the houses on the east side of the lake are, on average, no
more than fifty feet back from the ordinary high water mark (an estimation made from data
provided through CitySight, a GIS-based program), not meeting the current ordinance
requirements. The circumstances relating to this particular property are, therefore, not unique.
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2. Whether granting the variance would be in keeping with the spirit and intent of the City's Zoning
Code.
The City's Zoning Code states as one of its intentions as, "To promote the character of and
preserve and enhance the properties and areas within the City including wetlands, ponds and
marshes". The setback requirements established by the Department of Natural Resources are
enacted to preserve and protect the existing wetlands by not allowing development within a
certain setback. Allowing for a variance from this would be contrary to the intent of the
ordinance.
3. Whether the property in question can be put to a reasonable use without granting of a variance.
A single family home is currently constructed on the property. Therefore, the property in
question has already been put to a reasonable use. There is only a small portion ofthe proposed
addition that juts into the ordinary high water mark setback. It is possible to reconfigure that
addition in some matter to avoid requiring a variance from the ordinance. It can not be said that
without this variance, the property could not be put to a reasonable use.
4. Whether the hardship was created by the property owner.
Although the shape ofthe lot and position of the house are not the fault of the current owner, the
owner is proposing the addition within the setback area, creating the need for a variance. This
could be avoided by reconfiguring the addition so that it was not witllin the required setback
area. The need for this variance is being created by the property owner.
5. Whether granting the variance will alter the essential character of the neighborhood.
Granting this variance will set precedence for other properties along Karth Lake that are also
nonconforming by the setback from the ordinary high water mark. This is contrary to the intent
of the ordinance to allow nonconformity to continue to exist and be expanded without
consideration for current ordinances. Again, staff would recommend that the ordinance be
reviewed for this particular lake because of the current DNR rules, which would positively
impact all properties along Karth Lake in the future. Although granting this variance would not
visually impact the character of the neighborhood a great deal, it does set precedence for future
applications.
Deadline for Al!ency Actions
The City of Arden Hills received the completed application for this request on August 7, 2000.
Pursuant to Minnesota State Statute, the City must act on this request by October 5, 2000 (60 days),
unless the City provides the petitioner with written reasons for an additional 60-day review period.
The additional review period would extend to December 4,2000. The City may, with the petitioners
consent, extend the review period beyond the date.
Lastly, if the City denies the petitioners request, "...it must state in writing the reasons for the denial
at the time that it denies the request".
Options
1. Recommend approval as submitted.
2. Recommend approval with conditions.
3. Recommend denial with reasons for denial.
4. Table for additional information.
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Recommendation
The Planning Commission recommended that Planning Case #00-32, variance from the ordinary
high water mark setback ofKarth Lake (69 feet proposed, when 75 feet is required), be approved
based on the following findings and conditions:
1. The amount oflot coverage and size of the nonconformity is reduced by tbe proposal;
2. The shape of the wetland on the property creates an oddly configured parcel;
3. The proposal reduces the amount of encroachment into the setback;
4. If the structure were damaged in excess of the building code threshold for damage, the variance
would no longer be valid.
Uodates
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Statement describing the proposal
The remodel of the home at 1228 Karth Lake Drive will update this 1970's home to
today's upper level ofliving. It will increase the value of the surrounding homes by
raising the standard of typical homes on the lake in this cul-de-sac.
Hardship Criteria
I. The requested variance is not unique to this piece of property in the area. The
homes directly to each side ofthe property do not comply with the high-level
water restriction and are significantly closer to the lake than our property.
2. The requested variance will indeed be in keeping with the spirit and intent of the
City's Zoning Code as the total of hardcover will decrease on this property. The
remodel will enhance the lakeside of this home and increase the value of the
property by showcasing the lake as one enters the home. Furthermore, the
remodel will remove a deck and screened porch that are an eyesorc and badly in
need of repair. The area requested for the variance is currently covered with this
deck and porch.
3.
Without granting this variance the homeowner's will not be able to improve the
kitchen and eating areas of their home to the standard of fine homes build with
excellent lake views within the Twin Cities area. Not having the variance would
eliminate the eating area of the remodel, which is the area of focus.
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4. The property owner did not create this hardship, the original builder set the
location of the home on the property. Furthermore, the original design of the
home focuses the kitchen and eating area on the interior views of the home and
not the exterior views. During the 1970's the exterior lake views were not as
valued as they are in today's market.
5. The requested variance will not alter the essential character of the neighborhood.
The adjacent homes were designed to showcase the lake views while this home
was not when originally built. As a result ofthis remodel the home at 1228 Karth
Lake Drive will also showcase the lake and blend in more perfectly with the
neighborhood.
Your time and effort to pass this request for variance is greatly appreciated.
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Planning Case #00-33
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3810 New Brighton Road
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September 11, 2000
TO:
Mayor and City Council
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Jennifer Chaput, City PlannerCfl
Case #00-33, Special Use Permit (Class II Home Occupation),
Gayle Gulsvig, 3810 New Brighton Road
SUBJECT:
ReQuest
The applicant is requesting approval of a Special Use Pennit (Class II Home Occupation) for the
opcration of her business, Always Wood Flooring, in her existing single-family home, located at
3810 New Brighton Road, zoned R-2 (Exhibit A).
Back!!round
Earlier this year, staff received a few complaints regarding a business being operated out of a home
at 3810 New Brighton Road. The situation was investigated and it was found that the home did not
have approval for a Home Occupation (either Class I or Class II) at this location. The property
owner was notified that shc was out of compliance with the Zoning Ordinance and asked that she
respond to staff with a plan for compliance. As a result of this action, the property ovmer has made
application for a Class II Home Occupation.
As stated in her letter (Exhibit B), the property owner has been operating Always Wood Flooring
at this location for ahnost three years. Prior to this, she was operating the same business in
Shoreview for seven years. The business furnishes materials for wood floors, installs and repairs,
resands and finishes existing wood flooring and does maintenance coating for wood flooring. The
business owns a total of six vehicles with a working crew of seven people plus one office person.
Work is done off-site with the exception of a part-time office person who offices on-site.
Class II Home Occunation Review
From the general requiremcnts for all businesses, as stated in the Zoning Ordinance, the following
can be evaluated and determined:
1. It shall not result in traffic, parking, noise, light, fumes and odors to such an extent that it
is noticeable that the property is being used for non-residential purposes.
Complaints have been taken on this property because it was obvious that a home bllsiness
was operating on the premises by the number of vehicles/business vans parked in the front
yard. This property does not meet this requirement because the business is noticeable.
2. It shall be conducted entirely within the dwelling.
Work is conductcd off site with the exception of office work that occurs in the living room
area of the home. No part of this business operated outdoors on site.
3. There is no exterior evidence of the home occupation. .
There is extcrior cvidence of the occupation through the variolls vehiclcs on the property
used for the business. This property doesn't mcet this requirement.
4. It does not require any special entrances to the dwelling.
No special entranccs or modifications to the house are reqllired tor this business.
From the specific requirements for a Class II Home Occupation, as stated in the Zoning Ordinance,
the following additional information can be detcrmined:
1. The primary business activity shall be conducted by an occupant of the residence;
The owner of the company does live on site. Therefore, the primary business activity is
conducted by an occupant of the residence.
2. One person not residing in the residence may be employed to assist in the business activity;
More than one person not residing in the home is employed at this business. There is one
part time office staff person in addition to a crew of seven who work off-site. Although it
could be argued that the seven employees are not on-site at all during the day, they are still
employed with the company and assist with thc business activity. Plus, they do come to the
home at a minimum of twice a day to pick up and return a work vehicle.
3. It does not occupy more than thirty-three (33 percent) of the floor area of the dwelling;
According to the applicant's plans, the office portion of the house is approximately 23% .
which is less than thc maximum requircd of 33%.
4, It has a limited number of patrons visiting the premises;
The applicant has stated that it is rare for a customer to come to the home. It is prcsumcd
that there isn't traffic from this type of activity very often.
5. Ojfstreet parking for no more than two (2) additional vehicles than those required by the
occupants shall be permitted; on-street parking shall not be used to satisfY required parking;
There appears to be room for approximately five vehicles along side of the driveway on-site
for workers. Thcrc is also area on the driveway and within the garage for vehicles. The
pictures, as shown in Exhibits C and D, show that at least four vans sit, angle parked, offthe
driveway. The applicant also states that there are typically five vehicles parked in the
driveway and two on the street. This exceeds the maximum permitted of two additional
vehicles beyond those used for the residents of the dwelling.
6, It requires delivelY of products to the premises no more than once per day.
Deliveries of products to the resident do not exceed the frequency of no more than once per
day.
Always Wood Flooring has been in operation at this location for three years without the required
approvals from the City, The applicant was unaware that this was a requirement and was not made
aware ofthis until this past Spring. The applicant has worked to provide everything necessary to the
City for the approval ofthis business and is open to any suggestions on how she could improve the .
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cUITent situation. However, the business, as it currently operates, does not meet the requirements of
the Zoning Ordinance for a Class II Home Occupation,
Deadline for Aflencv Actions
The City of Arden Hills received the completed application for this request on August 7, 2000.
Pursuant to Minnesota State Statute, the City must act on this request by October 5, 2000 (60 days),
unless the City provides the petitioner with written reasons for an additional 60-day review period.
Thc additional review period would extend to December 4, 2000. The City may with the petitioners
consent, extend the review period beyond the December 4, 2000 date.
Lastly, if the City denies the petitioner's request, "...it must state in writing the reasons for the denial
at the time that it denies the request".
Ontions
l. Recommend approval as submitted.
2. Recommend approval with conditions.
3. Recommend denial with reasons for denial.
4. Table for additional information.
Recommendation
The Planning Commission recommended that Planning Case #00-33, Special Use Pennit (Class II
Home Occupation) for the operation of a business (Always Wood Flooring) in a single-family home,
located at 3810 New Brighton Road, be denied since thc application is unable to meet the following
minimum requirements of the Zoning Ordinance for a Class II Home Occupation:
I. It is noticeable that the property is being used for non-residential purposes due to the number of
employee vehicles and work related vehicles on the site;
2. More than one person not residing in the residence is employed to assist in the business activity;
and,
3. The business in not permitted to have more than two vehicles on-site, in addition to those
required by the residents, on a daily basis and this limitation is exceeded.
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Gayle Gulsvig
3810 New Brighton Rd,
Arden Hills, MN 55112
H 651 697 0789
Cell 612 867 4566
August 7, 2000
City of Arden Hills
4364 West Round Lake Road
Arden Hills, MN 55112-5794
Attn: Jennifer Chaput, City Planner
Re: Class II Special Accessory Home Occupation Permit, 3810 New Brighton Rd,
Dear Ms, Chaput,
Enclosed herewith, is my application for a Special Use Permit at my residence in Arden Hills. The
business, which I have been operating out of my home in Arden Hills for almost three years now, and
previously in my Shoreview home for seven years, is Always Wood Flooring, Inc. I am sole owner of the
Corporation which is involved in furnishing materials for wood floors, installing, sanding, and finishing of
same, We also do repair of wood flooring, resand and finish existing wood flooring, and do maintenance
coating of wood flooring. The business is run out of space that would be my living room and has a part-
time office person (3 days per week), and my eldest son, Mark, who does estimatinglproposals/scheduling
(partly from here and partly from his truck via cell phone). The work is performed at the homes of our
customers, It is rare that a customer might stop by here and materials are atways delivered to our jobsites,
The business owns four (4) mid-sized vans, (2 Chev. Astros/2 GMC Safaris), one (I) Dodge pickup truck,
and one (1) Nissan pickup, The Dodge is driven by myself and the Nissan is driven only occasionally by
one of our workmen. Mainly we use the four vans for our working crew of seven (7) men. Parking is done
on a replacement basis, i.e., the man parks his own vehicle where the company van is ordinarily parked.
There is space for five (5) to park in my driveway, one man does not drive, so there might be two vehicles
parked on the street in front of my home on three days of the workweek, (when the office person is here).
The workmen arrive here around 7:15 -7:30 a.m. and return at different times, generally between 3:00
p,m, and 5:00 p.m
I have taken several snapshots ofthe house, yard, adjoining roadways, and neighbors, which show the
entire situation with the vans in their slots alongside my driveway, You will note that the vans are quite
hidden from the street side in most instances with the exception of being seen when driving northerly on
New Brighton Road,
I have also done a 'close' to scale drawing of the entire property which gives all of the dimensions and will
illustrate further the parking area with relation to the trees which serve as good cover. The men are very
careful when entering and teaving the driveway so as not to impede traffic on New Brighton Road, We
also make a continuing effort to not offend the neighbors, I have spoken with those adjacent and across the
street and do keep in contact with them to ask if there might be problems.
In conclusion, I submit this request for a special use permit with sincerity and would definitely be open to
any/all suggestions on ways in which I could improve the situation.
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Delores Olson [ddolsonmn@yahoo.com]
Sunday, September 03, 2000 2:49 PM
cityhall@ci.arden-hills.mn.us
ATTN: Jennifer Chaput re: Planning Case #00-33
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Arden Hills Planning Commission
c/o Jennifer Chaput, City Planner
CITY OF ARDEN HILLS
4364 W. Round Lake Road
Arden Hills, MN 55112
Dear Planning Commission:
This lelter is in response to the Planning case
#00-33, Special Use Permit for a Class II Special
Accessory Home Occupation.
The property at 3810 New Brighton Road is a single
dwelling home with a garage. It appears the business
being run from this property is not a "home business".
There are either multiple vans for servicing the
business and/or cars for the service personnel at the
residence twenty-four hours a day. This is not
appropriate for a single-family dwelling. The number
of vehicles parked exceeds a reasonable or average
level for a single dwelling home. Those vans and cars
.are not housed so they become an ongoing eye sore for
e neighbors. Additionally, it is a hazard to have
the vehicles parked on the side of the street as they
block the right turn lane that should remain
accessible to cars turning onto County Road E2.
While the inconveniences and hazards of the high
number of parked vehicles are not appropriate for a
single-family dwelling, movement of the many business
vehicles is even more problematic. There already has
been an incident of a vehicle backing into a car
parked on the other side of the road. An added
danger to regular traffic in the area is present daily
as the vans leave for their work when the traffic flow
on New Brighton Road is at one of its busiest times.
Between the parked and moving vehicles, the corner has
become a high congestion area. The most disheartening
impact of this is that an increased risk now exists
for children who play in the area and ride their bikes
or walk to the public library.
In a business area like the one on Cleveland Avenue,
it might not be a problem to accommodate different
zoning, However, in this case, it would perpetuate
and possibly expand the safety risks and distractions
now being endured by neighborhood residents, visitors,
.and commuters. Rezoning should not be considered an
cceptable solution to Planning Case #00-33.
Yours truly,
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3786 Brighton Way North
.rden Hills, MN 551t2-3223
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Paulette Fleming [Fleming.cruises@worldnet.att.net]
Sunday, September 03, 2000 11 :59 AM
cityhall@ci,arden-hills.mn.us
Planning Case #00-33, Special Use Permit
Attn: Jennifer
Please accept this letter in reference to the special use permit request of
Gayle Gulsvig,
We live on Brighton Way North, in the development behind the Gulsvig's home,
We are in objection to this permit. The number of service vehicles and
workers' automobiles have no place in a residential neighborhood, The
location of the property at a busy intersection makes this even worse. We
have witnessed one accident with the movement and positioning of vehicles
from this property,
The purpose of zoning laws is to keep this exact situation from occuring in
a neighborhood.
Thank you for your request for input.
David and Paulette Fleming
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Jennifer Chaput
City of Arden Hills
4364 W. Round Lake Road
Arden Hills, MN 55112
Mertis & Frances St. Aoro
3783 New Brighton Road
St. Paul, MN 55112
651-633-5284
Re: Planning Case #00-33, Special Use Permit
Applicant: Gayle Gulsvig
Dear Ms. Chaput:
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We have received a notice of Public Hearing regarding the subject request for a Special Use
Permit for the residence at 3820 New Brighton Road; meeting to be held on Skeptember 6, 200.
We are unable to attend this meeting. However, we would like you to know that we have no
objection to this Special Use Permit being issued.
Sincerely,
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CITY OF ARDEN HILLS, MINNESOTA
PLANNING COMMISSION
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 2000
7:30 P.M. - ARDEN HILLS CITY HALL
DRAFT
CALL TO ORDER
Acting Chair Brent Nelson called the meeting to order at 7:34 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Present were Commissioners Stephen Baker, Terri Duchenes, Therese Ga1atowitsch,
Brent Nelson, and Dave Sand.
Chair Steve Erickson was absent.
Also present were Councilmember Gregg Larson and City Planner Jennifer Chaput, and
Recording Secretary Mary Mullen.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES FROM PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING HELD ON
AUGUST 2. 2000
Commissioner Sand moved, seconded by Commissioner Duchenes, to approve the
August 2, 2000 minutes. The motion carried unanimously (5-0).
PLANNING CASE #00-31- HOOD FLEXIBLE PACKAGING -1887 GATEWAY
BOULEVARD - PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT AMENDMENT - PUBLIC
HEARING
Acting Chair Nelson opened the public hearing at 7:35 p.m.
Staff explained that the applicant is requesting to amend the Planned Unit Development for 1887
Gateway Boulevard to allow the placement of a make-up air unit (-11' x 5 '9") and a chiller
condenser (-1' x 5'6") in front of one of the business' existing loading doors.
On July 14, 1997, the City Council approved Planning Case 97-06, PUD Master Plan and Final
Plan (including variances), preliminary and final plat, and street vacation for the construction of
three office/industrial buildings, currently addressed as 1787, 1887 and 1987 Gateway
Boulevard.
Hood Flexible Packaging came before the Planning Commission and City Council with Planning
Case 00-17a to request the exterior addition of two exterior solvent tanks, a catalytic oxidizer and
the expansion of one overhead door to accommodate these additions. This case was approved
with the following conditions:
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A minimum ofthree protective bollards be placed to protect the fence structure.
The dock door closest to the oxidizer not be used once the oxidizer is in place.
Solvent tank and oxidizer screening be cedar wood construction painted to match the
building.
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4.
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All roof top mechanical devices be screened per code requirements.
Solvent tank placement meets building/fire code regulations.
No detectable odors from the printing process be present on the exterior of the building.
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Zoning Review
1. Make-up air unit. The proposed make-up air unit is required for the operation of Hood
Flexible Packaging to bring warm air into the building in the wintertime to equalize airflow. A
lot of air is exhausted out of the building and air must be returned to the building so that negative
air pressure is not created. It would be difficult to open doors or efficiently dry printed materials
without it. The unit would be located directly in front of one ofthe dock doors so the loading
dock would no longer be utilized.
2. Chiller condenser. The chiller condenser is required to chill water that in turn cools down
presses and machinery for the operation of the business. This would be placed to the south ofthe
make-up air unit along the building.
3. Screening of Mechanical Equipment. Section VI, E, 4,j of the Zoning Ordinance requires
that "Screening shall also be provided where mechanical operating equipment is located on the
ground or on the roof of the premises. . . constructed and located to prevent direct view of the
equipment". Screening types may be a fence, wall or landscaping area. It is the property
owner's responsibility to provide screening, as required.
The applicant is proposing that two types of mechanical equipment be located on the ground on
this property. There is no screening plan provided with this application, but the applicant is ..
willing to screen the units according to Planning Commission recommendation. Planning Case ..
#00-17a required the same applicant at the same address to screen their proposed outdoor units
with cedar wood construction, painted to match the exterior of the building.
Ms. Chaput stated that staffrecommends approval of Planning Case #00-31, Planned Unit
Development Amendment for 1887 Gateway Boulevard, for the addition of a make-up air unit
and a chiller condenser, as shown in the applicant's submittal, with the following conditions:
1. Screening of the make-up air unit and chiller condenser must be constructed of cedar
wood, painted to match the building.
2. Application for a Building Permit must be made, meeting all building/fire code
regulations.
Ms. Chaput stated that if the Planning Commission makes a recommendation on this Planning
Case, it would be heard at the Monday, September 25, 2000, regular meeting of the City Council.
Mike Hill, a representative of Hood Flexible Packaging, stated that he was available for
questions from the Commission, along with Corporate Engineer John Bulich.
Kelly Ortley, a representative of United Properties, stated the building's ownership is in
agreement with the proposal. She added that United Properties requests, with regard to
screening, that wire fencing with vinyl webbing be considered rather than cedar fencing, which is .
more difficult to maintain.
John Bulich, Hood Flexible Packaging, stated that a cedar fence of 14 feet in height would be
required for the unit, adding that wire fencing would be more appropriate for a loading dock area.
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He noted that the building's ownership is not in favor of installing rooftop units and would prefer
to install the units at the building's south side with appropriate screening.
Acting Chair Nelson closed the public hearing at 7:44 p.m.
Commissioner Galatowitsch asked whether the cedar fencing would be 17 feet bigh, which is the
height ofthe unit as stated in staffs memo. Ms. Chaput stated that staffs proposal is consistent
with what was approved in the previous case for the same applicant.
Commissioner Galatowitsch asked what purpose screening serves. Ms. Chaput stated aesthetics
are a consideration, and the City's Zoning Code states that mechanicals must be screened to
prevent direct view from other properties. She added the screening can be a fence, wall or
landscaping.
Commissioner Galatowitsch expressed concern that the City is not being consistent in its
requirements with regard to screening.
Commissioner Sand asked whether cedar fencing was approved for the previous planning case.
Ms. Chaput confirmed that cedar fencing was approved for the equipment pad under Planning
Case 00-17 a.
Commissioner Sand asked how the fencing would be constructed. Ms. Chaput stated the fence
will enclose the unit on the equipment pad but will not touch the building. Commissioner Sand
asked whether drawings had been submitted. Ms. Chaput stated that no screening plan was
submitted.
Commissioner Sand asked whether the photos submitted of the applicant's equipment in other
locations were taken in a city where screening was not required. Mr. Hall stated the equipment
in question is located at an industrial park in Rogers, Minnesota. Commissioner Sand stated the
applicant's proposal is for a building located in an industrial park as well but screening will be
required.
Commissioner Sand asked how many buildings in the area have wire and vinyl fencing. Ms.
Chaput stated she had not reviewed the area with that in mind.
Commissioner Sand stated that a wire and vinyl fencing would look appropriate, and a tall cedar
fence would be difficult to construct. He asked whether the Commission could take action on the
previously approved case if the wire and vinyl fencing were approved. Ms. Chaput stated the
previous action was approved by the Council.
Acting Chair Nelson stated that he would wish screening to be opaque and to match the building.
He added it is important to provide entire screening. Mr. Hall stated that vinyl webbing with a
thicker weave can be installed.
Commissioner Duchenes asked for the required height with regard to the cedar fences approved
in the previous planning case. Ms. Chaput stated she couldn't recall the specific height. Mr.
Hall stated that six-foot fences were planned. He added the oxidizer is twelve feet in height.
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Acting Chair Nelson expressed concern that the fencing will not be the same height as the
oxidizer. He added he would wish the screening requirements to be tightened for future
enforcement.
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Commissioner Galatowitsch expressed concern that four separate units could be screened in
different ways. She stated she would wish all the units to be screened in a consistent manner.
She added that since the Commission could not go back and make them consistent, it would be
necessary to do whatever was done before to ensure consistency.
Acting Chair Nelson asked whether the applicant might resubmit their proposal for the previous
planning case if wire and vinyl fencing were approved in this case. Mr. Hall stated that would
not be a problem. Acting Chair Nelson stated he was inquiring whether the applicant might
consider resubmittal after approval is granted.
Acting Chair Nelson asked whether screening was approved recently for the other buildings on
site in the last few years. Ms. Chaput stated screening might have been included under Planning
Case #97-06.
Commissioner Sand stated the applicant can consider re-applying for approval to change the
requirements for other on-site screening and ensure consistency.
Mr. Bulich asked whether his company can operate the equipment before a final decision is made
by the Council. Ms. Chaput stated it might be an issue for the building inspector as screening .-
was a requirement of approval. Commissioner Sand stated the applicant can not legally operate .,
the equipment until Council approval is granted as the planning case involves both placement
and screening ofthe equipment. He added the Council meets September 25,2000.
Commissioner Sand moved, seconded by Commissioner Duchenes, to recommend approval of
Planning Case #00-31, PUD Amendment, 1887 Gateway Boulevard, for the addition of a make-
up air unit and a chiller condenser, with the following conditions:
1. Screening ofthe make-up air unit and chiller condenser must be constructed of fencing of
a height equal to the equipment being screened, and have opaque vinyl material of a color
similar to the wall of the building, subject to approval by City staff.
2. Application for a building permit must be made, meeting all building/fire code
regulations.
The motion carried unanimously (5-0).
This Planning Case will be reviewed at the Monday, September 25, 2000, City Council meeting.
Acting Chair Nelson requested that Ms. Chaput review the previons planning case to determine
whether the height of the required fencing was stipulated. He added that appropriate measures
should be taken ifno height was specified.
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PLANNING CASE # 00-32 - MA PETERSON DESIGN BUILD - 1228 KARTH LAKE
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Acting Chair Nelson opened the public hearing at 8:18 p.m.
Staff explained that the applicant is requesting a variance from the ordinary high water mark
setback ofKarth Lake (69 feet proposed, when 75 feet is required) for the removal of an existing
screen porch and deck and the construction of a smaller screen porch with stairs and an addition
to the single family home, zoned R-1.
Background
The proposed construction of the screen porch with stairs and addition to the home actually
decreases the current area of the house by 162 square feet. The addition onto the house is an
additional 229 square feet. However, the size of the deck and steps decreases by 172 square feet
and the patio area decreases by 219 square feet. Overall, the construction reduces the footprint of
the house.
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The setback, determined by the DNR and adopted by the City, from the ordinary high water mark
ofKarth Lake (934.95) is 75'. It appears that a number of homes along Karth Lake (see Exhibit
B) are unable to meet this setback as they currently exist. Minnesota Rules 6120.3200 states that
lakes classified as "general development" (Karth Lake) should have a structure setback of 75'
from the ordinary high water level for unsewered lots and 50' for sewered lots. Current City
code states the setback is 75' and, since this is the more restrictive of the two, this case must be
evaluated according to this setback from the ordinary high water level. Staff would recommend
that this be re-evaluated during discussions regarding potential Zoning Ordinance changes.
Variance Findings
In order to grant a variance, a hardship must be identified, as defined by the City and State
criteria outlined above. The applicant has responded to the hardship criteria in a letter, as
provided in Exhibit C. For this application for a variance from the ordinary high water mark of
Karth Lake at 1228 Karth Lake Drive, staff can make the following findings:
1. Whether the circumstances for which the variance is requested are unique to the property.
There are a number of properties along Karth Lake that face the same situation as this property
owner. It appears that a number of the houses on the east side of the lake are, on average, no
more than fifty feet back from the ordinary high water mark (an estimation made from data
provided through CitySight, a GIS-based program), not meeting the current ordinance
requirements. The circumstances relating to this particular property are, therefore, not unique.
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2. Whether granting the variance would be in keeping with the spirit and intent of the City's
Zoning Code.
The City's Zoning Code states as one of its intentions as, "To promote the character of and
preserve and enhance the properties and areas within the City including wetlands, ponds and
marshes". The setback requirements established by the Department of Natural Resources are
enacted to preserve and protect the existing wetlands by not allowing development within a
certain setback. Allowing for a variance from this would be contrary to the intent of the
ordinance.
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3. Whether the property in question can be put to a reasonable use without granting of a
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A single family home is currently constructed on the property. Therefore, the property in
question has already been put to a reasonable use. There is only a small portion of the proposed
addition that juts into the ordinary high water mark setback. It is possible to reconfigure that
addition in some matter to avoid requiring a variance from the ordinance. It can not be said that
without this variance, the property could not be put to a reasonable use.
4. Whether the hardship was created by the property owner.
Although the shape ofthe lot and position of the house are not the fault of the current owner, the
owner is proposing the addition within the setback area, creating the need for a variance. This
could be avoided by reconfiguring the addition so that it was not within the required setback
area. The need for this variance is being created by the property owner.
5. Whether granting the variance will alter the essential character of the neighborhood.
Granting this variance will set a precedence for other properties along Karth Lake that are also
nonconforming by the setback from the ordinary high water mark. This is contrary to the intent
of the ordinance to allow nonconformities to continue to exist and be expanding without
consideration for current ordinances. Again, staff would recommend that the ordinance be
reviewed for this particular lake because of the current DNR rules which would positively impact
all properties along Karth Lake in the future. Although granting this variance would not visually
impact the character of the neighborhood a great deal, it does set a precedence for future
applications.
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Ms. Chaput stated that staff recommends that Planning Case #00-32, variance from the ordinary
high water mark setback of Karth Lake (69 feet proposed, when 75 feet is required), be denied
based on the following findings, as outlined in staffs memorandum, dated August 24,2000:
1. The circumstances of the request are not unique to this property in the Karth Lake area;
2. The application does not meet the spirit and intent of the City's Zoning Code to preserve
and protect wetlands;
3. The property can be put to a reasonable use without this variance and the proposal could
be reconfigured outside of the setback area;
4. The hardship is being created by the property owner by proposing an addition within the
setback area; and
5. Granting the variance will set a precedence for variance approvals in the Karth Lake
neighborhood according to the current ordinance. The City's ordinance for OHW
setbacks according to DNR rules should be reviewed by staff for potential amendment in
the future.
Ms. Chaput stated that if the Planning Commission makes a recommendation on this Planning
Case, then it would be heard at the Monday, September 25, 2000, regular meeting of the City
Council.
Ms. Chaput stated that the applicant was not present at the meeting.
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Acting Chair Nelson closed the public hearing at 8:24 p.m.
Commissioner Sand stated, in his opinion, the applicant is requesting a variance which will
reduce the property's footprint rather than expanding it. He added it constitutes a reasonable use
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of the property, and does not violate the zoning code, which is currently under review. He noted
that a number of properties on the east side of Karth Lake are similarly unique. He noted that a
review ofthe zoning code around Karth Lake has been under discussion for some time.
Commissioner Sand noted that precedence is always an issue, but added that the unique
properties on Karth Lake will have to be dealt with on a case by case basis in any event. He
added he would support the variance request.
???Commissioner Baker stated the lot's shape and location make it possible to avoid setting a
precedence by having a finding that this particular lot has a unique and particular configuration
which allows an exception. He added he lives near the lot in question, and residents on the lake
support the proposal. He expressed concern that the lake quality is deteriorating and must be
addressed at some point in the future.
Commissioner Duchenes stated that the house addition does not appear to be extending further, if
at all, into the setback than the existing deck. She added she would support the request.
Commissioner Galatowitsch expressed agreement that the strange shape of the lot makes it
unique. She added she would support the request.
Commissioner Duchenes moved, seconded by Commissioner Sand, to recommend approval of
Planning Case #-00-32, variance from the ordinary high water mark setback of Karth Lake (69
feet proposed when 75 feet is required), with the condition that the variance will terminate if the
primary structure should be destroyed to the level that meets the building code threshold for
being destroyed, based on the following findings:
I. The overall lot coverage would be reduced.
2. The variance does not set a precedence due to the odd configuration of the parcel
3. The encroachment would be reduced into the setback from the existing encroachment.
The motion carried unanimously (5-0).
This Planning Case will be reviewed at the Monday, September 25, 2000, City Council meeting.
PLANNING CASE # 00-33 - GAYLE GULSVIG - 3810 NEW BRIGHTON ROAD-
SPECIAL USE PERMIT (CLASS II HOME OCCUPATION) - PUBLIC HEARING
Acting Chair Nelson opened the public hearing at 8:37 p.m.
Ms. Chaput explained that the applicant is requesting approval of a Special Use Permit (Class II
Home Occupation) for the operation of her business, Always Wood Flooring, in her existing
single-family home, located at 3810 New Brighton Road, zoned R-2.
Earlier this year, staff received a few complaints regarding a business being operatcd out of a
home at 3810 New Brighton Road. The situation was investigated and it was found that the
home did not have approval for a home occupation (either Class I or Class II) at this location.
The property owner was notified that she was out of compliance with the Zoning Ordinance and
asked that she respond to staff with a plan for compliance. As a result of this action, the property
owner has made application for a Class II Home Occupation.
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As stated in her letter, the property owner has been operating Always Wood Flooring at this
location for almost three years. Prior to this, she was operating the same business in Shoreview e
for seven years. The business furnishes materials for wood floors, installs and repairs, resands
and finishes existing wood flooring and does maintenance coating for wood flooring. The
business owns a total of six vehicles with a working crew of seven people plus one office person.
Work is done off-site with the exception of a part-time office person who offices on-site.
From tbe general requirements for all businesses, as stated in the Zoning Ordinance, the
following can be detennined:
1. It shall not result in traffic, parking, noise, light, fumes and odors to such an extent that it is
noticeable that the property is being used for non-residential purposes.
Complaints have been taken on this property because it was obvious that a home business was
operating on the premises by the number of vehicles /business vans parked in the front yard. This
property does not meet this requirement because the business is noticeable.
2. It shall be conducted entirely within the dwelling.
Work is conducted off site with the exception of office work that occurs in the living room area
of the home. No part ofthis business operated outdoors on site.
3. There is no exterior evidence of the home occupation.
There is exterior evidence of the occupation through the various vehicles on the property used for
the business. This property doesn't meet this requirement.
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4. It does not require any special entrances to the dwelling.
No special entrances or modifications to the house are required for this business.
From the specific requirements for a Class II Home Occupation, as stated m the Zoning
Ordinance, the following additional information can be determined:
1. The primary business activity shall be conducted by an occupant of the residence;
The owner of the company does live on site. Therefore, the primary business activity IS
conducted by an occupant of the residence.
2. One person not residing in the residence may be employed to assist in the business activity;
More than one person not residing in the home is employed at this business. There is one part
time office staff person in addition to a crew of seven who work off-site. Although it could be
argued that the seven employees are not on-site at all during the day, they are still employed with
the company and assist with the business activity. Plus, they do come to the home at a minimum
of twice a day to pick up and return a work vehicle.
3. It does not occupy more than thirty-three (33 percent) of the floor area of the dwelling;
According to the applicant's plans, the office portion of the house is approximately 23% which is
less than the maximum required of33%.
4. It has a limited number of patrons visiting the premises; .
The applicant has stated that it is rare for a customer to come to the home. It is presumed that
there isn't traffic from this type of activity very often.
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5. Off-street parking for no more than two (2) additional vehicles than those required by the
occupants shall be permitted; on-street parking shall not be used to satisfy required parking;
There appears to be room for approximately five vehicles along side of the driveway on-site for
workers. There is also area on the driveway and within the garage for vehicles. The pictures, as
shown in Exhibits C and D, show that at least four vans sit, angle parked, off the driveway. The
applicant also states that there are typically five vehicles parked in the driveway and two on the
street. This exceeds the maximum permitted of two additional vehicles beyond those used for
the residents of the dwelling.
6. It requires delivery of products to the premises no more than once per day.
Deliveries of products to the resident do not exceed the frequency of no more than once per day.
Always Wood Flooring has been in operation at this location for three years without the required
approvals from the City. The applicant was unaware that this was a requirement and was not
made aware of this until this past Spring. The applicant has worked to provide everything
necessary to the City for the approval of this business and is open to any suggestions on how she
could improve the current situation. However, the business, as it currently operates, does not
meet the requirements of the Zoning Ordinance for a Class II Home Occupation.
Ms. Chaput stated that staffrecommends that Planning Case #00-33, Special Use Permit (Class
II Home Occupation) for the operation of a business (Always Wood Flooring) in a single-family
home, located at 3810 New Brighton Road, be denied since the application is unable to meet the
following minimum requirements of the Zoning Ordinance for a Class II Home Occupation:
1. It is noticeable that the property is being used for non-residential purposes due to the
number of employee vehicles and work related vehicles on the site;
2. More than one person not residing in the residence is employed to assist in the business
activity; and
3. The business in not permitted to have more than two vehicles on-site, in addition to those
required by the residents, on a daily basis and this limitation is exceeded.
Ms. Chaput stated that if the Planning Commission makes a recommendation on this Planning
Case, it would be heard at the Monday, September 25, 2000, regular meeting of the City Council.
Gayle Gulsvig, 3810 New Brighton Road, stated she is the owner of the home in question and
invited the Commission's questions. She added she regularly talks to her neighbors, who have
never had any objections to her business.
Ms. Gulsvig stated she has tried not to offend anybody in her neighborhood. She added that she
would consider an alternative parking location for her vehicles. She noted that she bought the
home when she realized her business was expanding and she needed more space.
Ms. Gulsvig stated she believed the location of her home was suitable as it is across from a
library and a church which generate a lot of traffic. She added she would consider allowing an
access to her property from County Road E2.
Ms. Gulsvig stated that there are two people working in the home beside herself, and between
them, they work approximately 40 hours per week.
Acting Chair Nelson closed the public hearing at 8:54 p.m.
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Commissioner Galatowitsch stated she is familiar with the property as she frequently drives by it. _
She added the applicant is incorrect in assuming that alternative parking is the solution. She ..
expressed concern that the applicant is running a business in a residential neighborhood,
Commissioner Galatowitsch expressed her surprise that the applicant has been unaware for so
many years that City approval is required to run a business of such magnitude. She added, in her
opinion, the resident's concerns which were expressed to City staff are well- founded. She noted
she would not support the request.
Commissioner Galatowitsch recommended that the applicant relocate her business to the proper
zoning district.
Commissioner Duchenes stated, in her opinion, the applicant is fortunate to have the problem of
an expanding business with which to contend. She added the applicant's request falls outside of
what is permissible in residential zoning. She noted it would be difficult for the Commission to
act based on whether the applicant moved her vehicles to off-site parking. She added she would
not support the request.
Commissioner Baker expressed his agreement that the request should not be granted. He added
the business is being run illegally, with vehicles parked illegally. He noted he would recommend
the application be denied.
Commissioner Sand stated the applicant is in violation of zoning requirements which are
extensive. He added he would not support the request. He noted the applicant herself had stated e
that she has expanded considerably and should find a business location.
Acting Chair Nelson stated the application does not meet the requirements of the City's
ordinance. He added he would not support the proposal.
Commissioner Sand requested clarification with regard to cessation of operations if the request
were to be denied by the Council. Ms. Chaput stated she would review the situation with the
City Attorney prior to the Council's next meeting.
Commissioner Galatowitsch moved, seconded by Commissioner Sand, to recommend denial of
Planning Case #00-33, Special Use Permit (Class II Home Occupation) for the operation of a
business, Always Wood Flooring, in a single family home, located at 3810 New Brighton Road,
since the applicant is unable to meet the following minimum requirements of the Zoning
Ordinance for a Class II Home Occupation:
1.
It is noticeable that the property is being used for non-residential purposes due to the
number of employee vehicles and work related vehicles on the site;
More than one person not residing in the residence is employed to assist in the business
activity; and
The business is not permitted to have more than two vehicles on-site, in addition to those
required by the residents, on a daily basis and this limitation is exceeded.
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This Planning Case will be reviewed at the Monday, September 25,2000, City Council meeting.
TOM GOSERUD - 4350 HAMLINE A VENUE SOUTH - MINOR SUBDIVISION -
CONCEPT DISCUSSION
Ms. Chaput stated that Tom Goserud was in attendance to discuss a possible minor subdivision at
his property, and receive the Commission's comments.
Mr. Goserud stated he has begun gathering preliminary information with regard to subdividing
his property, and added he hopes to put together a proposal incorporating the Commission's
comments. He noted the preliminary plans were prepared with the assistance ofthe City's
former planner.
Acting Chair Nelson stated he lives near this property, adding he was unaware the lot was so
large. He added that Mr. Goserud operates a plant business there. Commissioner Galatowitsch
asked whether the business would close ifthe property were subdivided. Mr. Goserud confirmed
this.
Commissioner Baker stated, in his opinion, it would be most appropriate to acquire a vacant lot
located on Amble Road as well as part of Mr. Goserud's neighbor's property and create an access
off Amble Road to the property. Mr. Goserud stated the lot on Amble Road is unbuildable land
designated for the Watershed District.
Ms. Chaput stated she would not be in favor of supporting this lot division which would create
properties with no public street frontage. She added this would affect future development in the
area as well as have implications with regard to fire codes and public safety.
Acting Chair Nelson stated that fire code would require a turnaround at the end of the driveway,
which would take up a large portion of the third lot.
Commissioner Galatowitsch expressed concern that such a lot division would set a precedence
for other residents with large lots. She added she is also concerned with regard to creating lots
which do not have public street access. She noted that Mr. Goserud presumably purchased his
property as one parcel.
Mr. Goserud stated he originally purchased four acres. He added that many homes in the Lake
Josephine and Lake Johanna areas have shared driveways, and such precedence is already
established.
Commissioner Baker requested clarification Witll regard to the configuration of the proposed lots,
and orientation of homes on the lots. Mr. Goserud stated the homes on the proposed lots would
face each other. Commissioner Baker asked whether many existing trees would be lost during
construction. Mr. Goserud stated the property is heavily wooded and would still be so after
construction.
Commissioner Sand stated that access through Mr. Aiken's property from Amble Road would be
feasible in terms of long-range planning. He added this proposal would be dependent upon Mr.
Aiken. Commissioner Baker stated that the loss of trees on such wooded property would not be
without neighborhood controversy.
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Mr. Goserud asked whether the Commission would favor a plan which proposed one newly
created lot rather than two lots. Acting Chair Nelson stated a turnaround would still be .
necessary. Commissioner Baker stated that a single newly created lot would still not have public
street access.
Commissioner Duchenes expressed concern that a single shared driveway would cause traffic
problems for incoming and outgoing vehicles. Mr. Goserud stated the single drive would be
wide enough for both incoming and outgoing vehicles.
COUNCIL REPORT
Councilmember Larson stated that the City Council, at its recent meeting, had an extensive
discussion with regard to the Zoning Ordinance amendments. He added that some amendments
were passed. He noted the Council had differing opinions with regard to the definition of
Family, as well as the allowable number of cars parked in a driveway. He noted the Council
hopes to discuss these items with the Commission at the next Council worksession.
Councihnember Larson reviewed a special meeting which was held August 15, 2000, to discuss
construction of the new City Hall facility. He stated that an agreement was reached between the
City and the Department of the Army with regard to the Right of Entry to begin construction
prior to transfer of title. He added that a contract with Roshon Corporation was approved, with a
limit placed on the construction which could commence before transfer oftitle, including
preparatory work, installation of utilities, and doing a median cut on Highway 96. He noted that
the preliminary approved construction came to $360,000. e
Commissioner Ga1atowitsch asked whether the Council was uncomfortable approving the
contract before legal title was transferred. Councilmember Larson stated that after a lengthy
discussion involving the City Attorney, it was decided that the contract must be awarded to avoid
the possibility of running out of time and rebidding again.
Councihnember Larson stated that the legal transfer and environmental work should be
completed by the end of September.
Commissioner Sand asked whether the agreement locked Roshon into the entire contract.
Councihnember Larson stated the signed agreement is for the entire contract amount. He added
that Roshon had some risk on their part in signing the agreement.
Councihnember Larson reviewed the Council's August 21 worksession at which the Ingerson
neighborhood plans were discussed, including City staffs findings as well as the neighborhood
group's report. He stated the Council will discuss the reports at their September 11 meeting,
after which staff will be directed to change the feasibility study to best reflect the findings on the
issues. He noted it is a long but necessary process.
Councilmember Larson reviewed the Council's August 28, 2000, meeting at which the planning
case involving administrative approval for Gateway Boulevard properties was approved. He
stated the Commission had recommended the increase of office space in 1887 Gateway a
Boulevard to 25%. He added that staff did not feel comfortable with that decision and requested .
that the same process be followed in each case.
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Commissioner Sand asked whether access to the City Hall facility will be available from
Hamline Avenue as well as Highway 96. Counci1member Larson stated he is unsure, adding he
has never seen a plan which indicated access from Hamline Avenue. Commissioner Sand stated
that access from Hamline Avenue is important, adding that access only from Highway 96 could
be difficult and dangerous.
Commissioner Sand stated that it will be important to have access to the City's complex from
Ham1ine Avenue in terms of long term planning.
Councilmember Larson stated that Ramsey County has indicated they are reviewing possible
locations for the public works facility other than Highway 96. Commissioner Sand asked who is
the City's point person for the project. Councilmember Larson stated that Mayor Probst is
involved in every aspect ofthe process, and City staff playa big role. He noted that Terry Post
has been involved since the beginning.
Commissioner Duchenes requested a timeline for completion. Councilmember Larson stated it is
hoped that the facility will be open by the City's 50th anniversary celebration next year. He
added that winter construction will be necessary.
Commissioner Baker asked whether the 35W Corridor Coalition was handling the Highway
10/Highway 96 intersection review. Councilmember Larson stated that a firm had been retained
to do a more detailed analysis of Highway 10.
Commissioner Sand stated that park facilities in Tony Schmidt Park are being installed and look
very nice. He added they will be an asset to the City.
COMMISSION COMMENTS
Acting Chair Nelson stated that the Commission is invited to attend the September 18, 2000,
Council worksession, and should contact Jennifer Chaput.
Acting Chair Nelson stated that the Commission's next meeting agenda should include the
election of a new vice-chair.
ADJOURNMENT
Commissioner Duchenes moved, seconded by Commissioner Baker, to adjourn the meeting at
9:48 p.m. The motion carried unanimously (5-0).