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Home My WebLink About1973/03/26 - ADMIN - Minutes - City Council - RegularMINUTES CITY COUNCIL MEETING ST, LOUIS PARK, MINNESOTA March 26, 1973 1. CALL TO ORDER A regular meeting of the City Council was called to order by Mayor Pucci at 8:05 p.m. 2. INVOCATION There being no one present from the Ministerial Association, no invocation was given. 3. ROLL CALL The following Councilmen were present at roll call: Frank Fleetham Rose -Mary Griak Lyle Hanks Leonard Thiel Frank Pucci Also present were the City Manager, Assistant City Manager; City Attorney, Planning Director, Acting Director of Public Works, City Assessor, Director of Finance/City Clerk, and Secretary. Councilman Graves arrived at 8:20 p.m. 4. MINUTES None 5. PUBLIC HEARINGS (a) IMPROVEMENT NO, 72-07B, PAVING, CURBING, GUTTER, AND SIDEWALTK, BIRCHWOOD AREA, AS DESCRIBED IN NOTICE OF HEARING PUBLISHED MARCH 1 AND MAIRCH 8, 1973 Mayor Pucci opened the hearing. The City Manager explained that this matter had previously been considered by Council and ordered not made but the matter was now brought up again because of petitions that had been received. He also gave information concerning the option of being assessed for major street maintenance or permanently paved streets, with no assessment for. maintenance. 74 Council Minutes, March 26, 1973 5. (a) The Acting Director of Public Works described the proposed improvement and the City Assessor explained the assessment policy, stating that this project would be assessed at the $8, 00 per Front foot, figure since petitions were received before the deadline previously set by Council. Sharon Levenson, 2725 Yosemite Avenue, said although her property was not directly involved in the project, she was concerned about damage to Yosemite during construction. Councilman Fleetham explained that the streets are designed for that type of use for the relatively short periods of construction. Mr. John Rowan, 2656 �1,7ebster Avenue; Mr. Frank Mason, 2828 Garthan Avenue; Mr. Jim Hyde, 2701 Webster Avenue; Mr. Charles Houdek, 2829 Alabama Avenue; Mr. Dennis Dummer, 2744 Blackstone Avenue; Mr. Howard Dennis, 2812 Webster Avenue; leis. S. Hogan, 2756 Blackstone Avenue; spoke in favor of the proposed improvement, with the understanding that curb and gutter in good condition would be saved. Mr. John Anderson, 2700 Vernon Avenue, said the main problem in the area is traffic. Mr. Norton Neff, 2747 Xenwood Avenue, asked that people in his block be informed about the options of being ass.essed for permanent streets or street maintenance 1 Mr. Lawrence Lampert, 2570 Xenwood Avenue, spoke in opposition to the proposed improvement. Mr. Ken Dubbe, 2550 V�'ebster Avenue, had general questions concerning the improvement which were properly answered by the Acting Director of Public Works, There being no one else present wishing to speak, the Mayor declared the hearing closed, subject to any subsequent motion by the Council during the discussion to continue the public hearing to a future date. RES O;.,UTI ON NO. 4778 It was moved by Councilman Griak, seconded by Councilman Graves, to- waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 4778 entitled, "Resolution Ordering Improvement and Ordering Preparation of Plans Improvement No. 72-07B. " The motion carried 6 - 0. Councilman Fleeth_ am moved that any block in this area that would like to petition be given fourteen days to petition in order to be assessed at the $8, 00 per front foot figure. Councilman Thiel 75 Council Minutes, Iviarch 26, 1973 5. (a) seconded and the motion carried 6 - 0. It was moved by Cou nc01man Thiel that 25th Street west of Xenw t d b staff to determine if that street has pried 6 permanent be investigatedY P aving. Councilman Griak seconded and the motion c 6. COM1vXNICATIONS PETITIONS, REQUESTS, AND --- �� LICENSE FOR NON -INTOXICATING PLACE, 8120 MINNE T ONKA BOULEVARD (a) APPLICATION FOR ON -SALE MALT LIQ U OR - THE PIZZA On motion of Councilman Graves, hearing was set on April 16, 19730 seconded by Councilman Thiel, The motion carried 6 -0• (b) REQUEST OF HOWARD J. HAWKINS TO ADDRESS COUNCIL Nr. Howard J. Hawkins, 3660 Glenhurst Avenue, Hawkins Chemical Co. , requested that his company be considered for city purchases. Councilman Thiel explained that purchasing is accomplished n cooperation with the County and that it might be more helpful for Iv.,r. Hawkins to contact that unit of government. 7. RESOLUTIONS ANL' ORDINANCIES (a) RESOLUTION RELEASING SECURITIES AND APPROVAL OF SUBSTITUTE SECURITIES RESOLUTION N0�4779 It was moved by Councilman Fleetham, seconded by Councilman Hanks, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 4779 entitled, "�: esolution Releasing Securities and Approval of Substitute Securities. " The motion carried 6 - 0. (b) RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING PLACEMENT OF STOP SIGN - WESTWOOD HILLS DRIVE AND FRANKLIN AVENUE RESOLUTION NO. 4780 It was moved by Councilman Griak, seconded by Councilman Graves, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 4780 entitled, "Resolution Authorizing Placement of Stop Signs for Traffic Control at Intersection of 'Westwood Hills Drive at Franklin Avenue, and Repealing Resolution No. 4695. " The motion carried 6 - 0. 76 Council I�/iinutes, March 26, 1973 7. (c) RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING NO PARKING SIGNS -- 33RD AND TEXAS (REQUESTED BY COUNCIL MARCH 19, 1973) RESOLUTION NO. 4781 It was moved by Councilman Hanks, seconded by Councilman Griak, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 4781 entitled, "Resolution Authorizing Placement of Traffic Control Signs Regulating Parking. " The motion carried 6 - 0. (d) RESOLUTION REARRANGING A.NB RE-ESTABLISHING VOTING PRECINCTS OF THE CITY RESOLUTION NO, 4782 It was moved by Councilman Fleetham, seconded by Councilman Griak, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 4782 entitled, "Resolution prearranging and Re -Establishing the Boundaries of the Voting Precincts of the City of St. Louis Park. " The motion carried 6 - 0. (e) RESOLUTION URGING STATE LEGISLATION AUTHORIZING REIIVIBURSEIviENT TO MUNICIPALITIES OF COSTS INCURRED IN RELOCATING UTILITIES ON ALL STATE TRUNK HIGHirjlAYS RESOLUTION NO, 4783 It was moved by Councilman Hanks, seconded by Councilman Thiel, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 4783 entitled, "Resolution Urging State Legislation Authorizing Reimbursement to Municipalities Of Costs Incurred in Relocating Utilities on All State Trunk Highways, " The motion carried 6 - 0. (f) RESOLUTION REQUESTING LEGISLATION OPPOSING BILL REQUIRING 7HEELCHAIR ACCESS TO ALL POLLING PLACES RESOLUTION NOc 4784 It was moved by Councilman Thiel, seconded by Councilman Hanks, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 4784 entitled, "Resolution Requesting Legislators to Oppose Bill Requiring Wheel Chair Access to All Polling Places. " The motion carried 6 - 0. (9) FIRST READING OF ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING SALE BY THE CITY OF PART OF LOT, 22 AND ALL OF LOT 23, BLOCK 49 BOULEVARD HEIGHTS SECOND ADDITION 77 Council Minutes, March 26, 1973 cilman Fleetham, seconded by Councilman 7. (g) It was moved by Coun Griak, to waive first reading of the proposed ordinance and second reading April 2, 1973. The motion carried 6 - 0. (h) RESOLUTION DESIGNATING PLACEIviE NT OF PROCEEDS FROM SALE OF REAL PR OPER T Y IN THE GE NERAL FUND RESOLUTION NO. 4785 It was moved by Councilman leetham, seconded by Councilman Griak, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 4785 entitled, "Resolution Designating Placement of Proceeds from Sale of Real Property in the General Fund. " The motion carried 6 - 0. (i) FIRST READINC OF ORDINANCE AMENDING SEV'yR RENTAL RATES (M&C NO. 73-13) The City Manager explained the the Metropolitan Sewer Board. growing deficit as it relates to It was moved by Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Griak, to waive first reading of proposed ordinance and set second reading April 2, 1973. The motion carried 6 - 0. 8. REPORTS OF OFFICERS, BOARDS, AND COMMITTEES (a) REPORT OF PLANNING COMMISSICN (CASE NO. 72 -55 -SP) RECOMNIE NDING FAVORABLY, 1,7,TITH CONDITIONS,` UPON REQUEST OF SHOPPERS CITY FOR SPECIAL PERMIT FOR ADDITION TO STRUCTURE Mr. Stu Mann, 1624 Ottawa Avenue, member of Board of Trustees of Aldersgate Methodist Church, requested that the church would like the access to the frontage road of Highway 100 to be kept open for use by the church. Councilman i -yanks expressed concern relative to the outdoor garden sales portion and requested strict enforcement of any special. permit including this type of sales. RESOLUTION NO, 4786 It was moved by Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Thiel, to waive reading and adopt Resolution iSlo. 4786 entitled, "Resolution Granting Permit Under Section 6:176. 2 of the St. Louis Park Zoning Ordinance for Commercial Development Unit, it adding a condition that the access for Aldersgate Church be retained. The motion carried 6 - 0. 1i Council Minutes, NA' -arch 26, 1973 8. (b) MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT - FEBRUARY 1973 There being no discussion, the report was ordered by the Mayor to be received for filing, 9. UNFINISHED BUSINESS (a) PURCHASE OF LOTS - HANNAN LAKE. It was moved by Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Gyriak, to authorize purchase in amount of f 920. The motion carried 6 - 0. (b) NATIONAL LEAGU1 1973) OF CITIES DUES"(DEFERRED FROM MARCH 19, (c) (d) (e) (f) It was moved by Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Thiel to pay $250 annual dues. The motion carried 6 - 0. INTRA -CITY BUS ROUTES (DEFERRED FROM MARCH 19, 1973) After discussion concerning bus routes and possible scheduling, it was moved by Councilman Thiel, seconded by Councilman Graves, to authorize City Manager to negotiate agreement with Metropolitan Transit Commission for a period of six months, The motion carried 5 - 1, Councilman Hanks voting nay. ACCEPTANCE. OF DEED FOR LOUISIANA AVENUE RIGHT-OF-Vr:'AY It was moved by Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Griak, to accept deed for property between T. H. 7 and Oxford Street and authorize payment in an amount not to exceed $1, 600. The motion carried 6 - 0. BUILDING PERMIT MORATORIUM - CEDAR LAKE ROAD Mr. Bob Ehrenberg, 2320 Parklands properties, appeared along with Mr. building permit in the area. Road, representing Freidheim Chuck Nolan who had requested It was moved by Councilman Thiel, seconded by Councilman Graves that permit be granted. The motion carried 6 - 0,. Iver. Nolan indicating his interest in doing whatever is reasonable to make the building attractive to surrounding properties. APPOINTMENTS TO BOARDS/COMMISSIONS Council agreed to take no action until April 2, 1973. 79 Council Minutes, March 26, 1973 REQUEST FOR PERMIT FOR. ROOD' OVER -HANG AT 4500 EXCELSIOR BOULEVARD BY STAN THOIVIAS (DEFERRED FROM MARCH 19, 1973 ) It was moved by Councilman Banks, seconded by Councilman Thiel, to permit completion of construction of roof around the .side of• the building with authorization to execute hold harmle4s agreement. The motion carried 6 - 0. Councilman Griak requested that Mr. Thomas be informed of Council's feelings concerning measurements not being verified before construction was underway. (h) CATV It was moved by Councilman Hanks, seconded by Councilman Graves, that :Council be given until April 23 to complete visits to CATV installations which they desire .to investigate before meeting with the consultant. The motion carried 6 - 0. (i) NORTI-ILAND ALUMINUM - �.XTENSION OF TIME - AIR POLLUTION ORDINANCE. COMPLIANCE It was moved by Councilman Hanks, seconded by CouncilmaW Craves, to extend date of compliance to December 31, 1973. The motion, carried 6 - 0. 10. NEW BUSINESS (a) SELECTION OF TRAILS COORDINATOR It was moved by Councilman GriaX, seconded by Councilman Thiel', to appoint committee of League of Women Voters to be Trails Coordinating Committee (Barbara Eiger, Logene Kobe, Carole Nelson, Mae Range, Lynn Shakelford, Florence .S mith, and -Jane Tschida) with Jane Tschida as chairman. The motion carried •6-- 0. Councilman Griak was. requested by Council to serve as its liaison. 11. MISCELLANEOUS (a) COMIviUNICATIONS FROM CITY MANAGER - City Fall Modifications - The City Manager reviewed the need for certain office modifications and additional space for various departments. Involved in the proposed work would be moving the Planning Department into the area with Engineering and partitioning certain offices on the second and third floors. The concept of a central filing system, supported by Council Minutes, March 26, 1973 11. (a) microfilming, was also reviewed as key to the plan. Such modifications would also involve creating several additional offices and conference room areas. This work would be completed prior to carpeting already approved by the Council. .After a brief discussion on the background, upon motion by Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Hanks, the City Manager was authorized to retain the services of an architect and commence with the needed work. Notion carried 6 - 0. 12, CLAIMS, APPROPRIATIONS AND CONTRACT PAYMENTS None Be ADJOURNMENT On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Thiel, the meeting was adjourned at 11:05 p.m. by a six yea vote. Attest: Alice N. Carlson, Secretary M