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Home My WebLink About1973/06/18 - ADMIN - Minutes - City Council - Regular�/iIiVUTE�`► CITY COUN: IL 1J1."JLI IlLvk�: ST. LOUIS P -R1<0 MINNESOTA Jung 18, 1973 1, C t"o LL TO ORDER A regular meeting of the City Council was called to order by Mayor Pucci at 8:00. p. m. .4. IN y OCA TI OiV Ifivocation was given by The Reverend Milton Lenz of the Aldersgate Methodist Church. 3. ROLL CALL The following Councilmen were present at roll call: Frank Fleetham Rose -Mary Griak Lyle Hanks Leonard Thiel Frank Parc c i Alao present were the City IvLanager, Assistant City Manager, City ' ttorney, Planning Director, Acting Director of Public Works, and oecretary... Cot..ncil:man Graves arrived at 8:05 and Councilman Heltzer at 8:09 pm. �/laybr Pucci left the meeting at 9:23 p,.m, and President Pro 'fern Thiel asa �sd the chair. . N,ilN L TES On rilflti.o?i of COunCii3neh Griak, seconded by Cokncilrrian Fleetham., tre of the regular meeting held June I 1, 1973 and the Board of Re-n',w ne;rz:ng held June 11, 1973, were approved by a f?ve yea Vai:. ,4. R' W'B LIC HFAi�iI�TGS PROPOSED AIVIENDIVENT TO OFFICIAZ, MAP ON Z,OrrS 4, 58 b, BLOCK 2, BARRETT'S ADDITION AND .LOTS 19-%,g BLOCK 3, B_Rr2ETT'S ADDi'?'iON, AN AREA GE NERALi." LOCATED T`IOtiTH Oil NEST 28TI-i STREET WES'i' OF LYNN AZTEi�tIJE AND EAST OF r'.�,'E�,siIE (CONTI.NT,ED FROM MAY 29p 1973) �b) F'ROPO,S%D �T�'�RLhNCE k':ROIVi THE REQIJ •.. �, SSC= 0ii I,RE?�1� _ d � S C� 160 �uneil Minute ma. June 18, 1973 50 (b) 6:064.5 OF THE ST. LOUIS PARK ZONING ORDINANCE TO ALLOW A LOT WIDTH OF 60 FEET INSTEAD OF THE REQUIRED 75 FEET AND A LOT AREA OF 71200 SQUARE FEET INSTEAD OF THE REQUIRED 9, 000 SQUARE FEET AT WEST SIDE OF LYNN AVENUE NORTH OF WEST 28TH STREET AND EAST SIDE OF NATCHEZ AVENUE NORTH OF WEST 28TH STREET, AS DESCRIBED IN NOTICE OF HEARING PUBLISHED Iv,AY 17, 1973 (CONTINUED FROMMAY 29, 1973) Following action pertains to both Items 5(a) and (b). Mr. Herb Davis, attorney for Pow Bel Construction, submitted a letter requesting withdrawal of applications. There being no one wishing to speak, the Mayor declared the hearing closed. It was moved by Councilman Griak, seconded by Councilman Hanks. that Council support the Official City Map and approve the negotiated amount of $20, 000 with Pow Bel Construction, delinquent taxes to be worked out by the seller, county and city. The (notion carried 5 • 0 (Councilmen Graves and Heltzer were not present). (c) AMENDMENT TO COMPREHENSIVE PLAN - AREA BOUNDED BY CHICAGO NORTHWESTERN RAILROAD, EXCELSIOR BOULEVARD* FRANCE AVENUE AND HIGHWAY 100. (CONTINUED FROM MAY 14e 1973) (d) PROPOSED REZONING OF PROPERTY LOCATED APPROXIMATELY 130 FEET NORTE OF RANDALL AVENUE FROM FRANCE AVENtVE TO APPROXIMATELY 1, 333 FEET WEST OF FRANCE AVENUE FROM I-1, INDUSTRIAL. TO R-41 MULTIPLE FAMILY, AS REQUESTED BY ACME LUMBER COMPANY (CONTINUED FROM MAY 14, 1973) It was moved by Councilman Hanks, seconded by Councilman Thiele to continue (both Items 5(c) and (d)) to July 30. 1973. The motion carried 6 - 0 (Councilman Heltzer was not present). 10) PROPOSED REZONING OF NORTHWESTERLY 6.67 ACRES OF BLOCK 11 LOT 1, PARK CENTER, FROM RB, RESIDENTIAL. BUSINESS, TO B-2, GENERAL BUSINESS, REQUESTED BY ]DEVELOPMENT 1vIANAGEIv!E1\1T, IIvC. AND CHAS, Me FREiCa�' 4 CO•► AS DESCRIBED IN NOTICE OF HEARING PUBLISHED 114A Y 240 1973 Mayor Pucci opened the hearing, 161 Council Min ro osed rezoning and The Planning Director described the proposed for change in zoning The r eque g development for the area* . • rovide for retail and on -sale liquor which would be is made to p to construct a 285 -room hotel facility on the property, necessary utes, June 18, 1973 5. (e) Kirk Smith, Vice FresWent of Development Management Inc. Mr. , x lained that the hotel would be operated by Radisson Hotels, exp Councilman Thiel asked who would be responsible for handling ing. Mr. Smith explained that the management the liquor and dispens company, Radisson Hotel, would be. responsible and that he realizes that it is his company's responsibility to maintain proper control since it is his license that would be on the line. Mrs. Arthur IngersoUp Planning Commissionp. explained that the Planning Commission had reviewed the preliminary plans and felt they were very good and consistent with the Comprehensive Plan. She urged Council to work diligently to resolve traffic problems at that corner before permitting further development. She felt that a temporary pedestrian overpass could serve as a solution until a more permanent solution is reached. There being no one else wishing to speak, the Mayor declared the hearing closed. It was moved by Councilman Griak, seconded by Councilman Thiele to waive first reading of the proposed ordinance changing the zoning and set second reading June 25, 1973. The motion carried 5 • 21 Councilman Graves and Mayor Pucci voting nay. tf� PROPOSED PRELIMINARY PLAT OF VERNDALE TERRACE, EAST SIDE OF VERNON AVENUE BE TWEEN 25' STREET AND 26TH STREET, AS DESCRIBED IN NOTICE OF HEARING PUB- LISHE D MAY 24, 1973 Mayor Pucci opened the hearing. There being no one present wishing to speak, the Mayor declared the hearing closed. It was moved by Councilman Griak, seconded by Councilman ��=aYef� to approve the preliminary plat. The motion carried 7 - 0. (g) APPLICATION FOR INTOXICATING LIQUOR LICENSE, ON'SALF' AT SOUTHEAST QUADRANT OF HIGHWAY 100 AND y'EST 36T14 STREET BY CLIFFORD LED LUND, AS DESCRIBED IN NCTYCE OF HEARING PUBLISHED MAY 31 AND JUNE 7, 1973 162 Council Minutes, June 18, 19�3 5. (g) Mayor Pucci opened the hearing. NIr. Kirk Smith, Vice President of Develo meet Management, nagement, Inc, explained the neces sit1jr of obtaining an on -sale liquor license in order to obtain financing to proceed with thero osed ho P P tel. There being no one else wishing to speak, the Mayor declare the hearing closeY d, subject to any motion to the contrary, d Councilman Fleetham requested that Council be provided with information concerning financing, management, etc, b the first of the year --at the time of license renewals. Y It was moved by Councilman Fleetham, seconded by Councilman Griak, to grant the license. After discussion concerning the advisability of granting the license before second reading of the ordinance rezoning the property, Councilman Fleetham withdrew and moved to continue the hearing to June 25, 1973. Councilman Graves seconded and the motion carried 7 - 0. (h) PROPOSED VARIANCE FROM SECTION 6:074.5 OF THE ZONING ORDINANCE (CASE NO. 73 -31 -VAS,) TO PERMIT A LOT WIDTH OF 55 FEET INSTEAD OF THE REQUIRED 60 FEET AND A LOT AREA OF 6, 985 FEET INSTEAD OF THE REQUIRED 7, 200 SQUARE FEET FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 3115-3123 PENNSYLVANIA AVENUE, AS DESCRIBED IN NOTICE OF HEARING PUBLISHED JUNE 7, 1973 Mayor Pucci opened the hearing. There being no one present wishing to speak, the Mayor declared the hearing closed.. RESOLUTION NO. 4840 It was moved by Councilman Griak, seconded by .Councilman Graves, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 4840 entitled, "Resolution Granting Variance in Lot Width and Area from the Requirements of Section 6:.074. 5 of the St. Louis Park Zoning Ordinance. " The motion carried 7 - 0. 6' P...2;TITIONS, REQUESTS, AND C0MT1ijUNICATI0NS (a) REQUEST OF PLANNING COlv.LMISSION TO AUTHORIZE STUDY OF LAND USE AND ZCNINC PROBLEMS WITS REGARD TO DE VE LOPME NT OF BURDICK GRAIN PROPERTIES FOR APART- MENT AND HOTEL USE 163 Council ]bviinutes, June 18, 1973 b Councilman Cr=aves' seconded by Councilman 6. (a) It was moved y Griak, to authorize Planning Commission and Department o ieir advice and recommendation tot Council. study and submt th The motion carried 7 - 0. (b) NOISE COIv�PLAINT 2604 Lynn Avenue, explained that she hadMrs. Leonard Segal, Y complaint about a noisy air condinstalled by a neighbor at tioner i P 2610 Lynn Avenue. She indicated that the neighbor would not cooperate to resolve the matter and requested assistance by the city. Mrs. Mattie Peterson, Chairman of the Environmental Improvemenconsideration at Commission, said the commission has before it for con possible noise pollution ordinance. She said that air conditioner noises may impinge upon the private sector and that they are awaiting guidelines from the MPGA. The City Manager explained that the last budget provided for a portable device for noise pollution control. Councilman Heltzer requested that there be some recommendation in regard to noise pollution ordinance within 30 days to six weeks and in any case before budget time so that it is known if the City has provided proper equipment. 7. RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES (a) RESOLUTION APPROVING STATE LAW REGARDING SERVICE OF COUNCIL NiEMBERS ON HOUSING AND RE DE VE LOPME NT AUTHORITY RESOLUTION NO, 4841 It was moved by Councilman Hanks, seconded by Councilman Griak, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 4841 entitled, "Resolution ltpproving State Law Regarding Service of Council Members on Housing & Redevelopment Authority." The motioa carried 6 - 1, Councilman Fleetham voting nay. (b) RESOLUTION DECREASING DESIGNATED MAXIMUM AMOUNT TO BE KEPT IN DEPOSITORY AND AUTHORIZING THE RE LEA OF SEC URITIS RESOLUTION NO, 4842 It was moved by Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Thiel, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 4842 entitled. 164 Council Minutes, June 18, 1973 8. (h) as it pertains to a Youth Com rnittee, assistance to the elderly, and comments concerning theF'arnil Life Co and Alcohol Dependency, Y Conference and Drug P y, the minutes were ordered by the .Free. to be received for fil1*"9, (i) MINUTE S Or' HOUSING AND 71Z DE - MEE TING HL LD IViA Y 26, 1973 NT A UTI-_ OBIT Y Pro Tem There being no discussion, the minutes were ordered b the P to be received for filing. Y res4 Pro Tem Ej) MINUTES Or HOUSING AND 11E DEVELOPMENT AUThORIT SPECIAL MEETING HELD MAY 31, 1973 Y Upon hearing no discussion, the minutes were ordered by the President Pro Tem to be received for filing. (k) MINUTES OF HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY SPECIAL MEETING HELD JUNE 5, 1973 There being no discussion, the minutes were ordered by the President Pro Tem to be received for filing. 11) REPORT OF PLANNING CONAViISSION (CASE NO. 73 -33 -SP) RECOIVMENDING FAVORABLY, WITH CONDITIONS, UPON THE REQUEST FOR SPECIAL PERMIT UNDER PROVISIONS OF SECTION 6:176.3 OF THE ZONING ORDINANCE., TO AMEND EXISTING PERMIT TO CONSTRUCT NEW MANUFACTURING BUILDING - NOR'T'HLAND ALUMINUM PRODUCTS, INC. The Planning .Director described the proposed amendment to the special permit, indicating its location in relationship to the rest of the development. RZS OLUTI ON NO. 4846 It was moved by Councilman Griak, seconded by Councilman Heltzer, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 4846 entitled, "Resolution Amending Resolution 4557 Granting Permit Under Section 6:176. 3 of the St. Louis ?ark Zoning Ordinance for Industrial Development Unit, Dalquist Industrial Park, Previously Amended by �2esolution No. 4719. " The motion carried 6 - 0 (Mayor Pucci was not present). (m) REPORT CONCERNING EAS�,Mft NT ACQUISITION FOR STREZT - OXFORD AND E DGZW OOD 167 I Council Minutest June 18, 1973 seconded by Councilman 8. (m) It was moved by Councilman Graeasand order it filed for record, G►riak to authorize accepting de The motion carried 6 - 0 (Mayor Pucci was not present). ..(n) IVIINUTES OF PLANNING C O1�i1ViISSION MEETING HELD JUNE 6, 1973 Upon hearing no discussion, the minutes were ordered by the President Pro Tem to be received for filing. (o) MINUTES OF HOUSING AND ;- ,�LDEV.ELOPMENT AUTHORITY M ETING FELL JUNE 12, 1973 Upon hearing no discussion, the minutes were ordered by the President Pro Tem to be received for filing. 9. UNFINISHED BUSINESS (a) REQUEST OF E RICKSON PF.T:10LEUM (CASE NO. 73 -22 -SP) FOR A SPECIAL PERMIT UNDER SECTION 6:111.3(1) FOR A MOTOR FUEL STATION FOR PROPERTY LOCATED IN THE B-1 NEIGHBORHOOD BUSINESS DISTRICT, AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF ALABANLA AVENUE AND EXCELSIOR BOULEVARD (DEFERRED FROM MAY 21, 1973 ) The City Manager gave the background of the proposed special permit and explained *.hat Erickson Oil Company had been contacted concerning city purchase of land on the north side of .Excelsior Boulevard which is to be proposed to be used for public parking, He stated that a price of $15, 000 had been negotiated for this property which would be sold if a permit would be given to develop the station on the south side of Excelsior Boulevard as requested in the application for special permit. RESOLUTION i�TO, 4847 It was moved by Courcilman Fleetham, seconded by Councilman Graves, to �=Taive reading and adopt Resolution No. 4847 entitled, "'Resolution Granting Pe rm1.t Under Section 6:111. 3(l) of the St. Louis Park Zoning Ordinance for a Motor Fuel Station, " subject to completion of satisfactory negotiations. The motion carried 5 - 2, Councilmen Griak and Thiel voting nay. (b) REQUEST OF Q PETROLE UM COiZPO'�ATIOIv FOR A SPECIAL PER11riIT UNDER i'ROVISIOi�;S OF SECTION 6:122. 15 OF THE Zo1�lNG ORJ-3INANCE (CASE NO, ?3_13 -SP) TO REMODEL A GASOLIIv� 16P Gouncil Minute s,* June 189 19 7 3 ?. (b) "Resolution Decreasing Desi In gnated Maximum Amount to be Kept Depository and Authorizing the Release of Securities*" The motion carried 7 - 01W (c) RESOLUTION APPOINT1NG TWO (?.)DIRECTORS TO REPRESENT THE CITY OF ST. LOUIS PARI{ ON THE SOUTHWEST SUBURBAN CATV STUDY COMMIrSION RE SOLUTION NO, 4843 It was moved by Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Fleetham, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 4843 entitled, "Resolution Appointing Two (2) Directors to Represent the City of St.Louis Park on the Southwest Suburban CATV Study Commission. The motion carried 7 - 0. 8. REPORTS OF O� FIC RS, BOARDS, AND COMMITTEES (a) REPORT OF EASEMENT ACQUISITION - STORM SEWER, IMPROVEMENT NO. 65-45A It was moved by Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Griak, to accept the deed and order it filed for record. The motion carried 6 - 0 (Mayor Pucci was not present). (b) REPORT OF LAND ACQUISITION - MINNEHAHA CREZK It was moved by Councilman Heltzer, seconded by Councilman Griak, to accept the deed and order it filed for record. The motion carried 5 - 0 (Mayor Pucci and Councilman Graves were not present). (c) REPORT OF SAL; OF CITY PROPERTY - 4201 OTTAWA AVENUE It was moved by Councilman Griak, seconded by Councilman Heltzer, to waive first reading of the proposed ordinance authorizing sale and set second reading June 25, 1973. The motion carried 6 - 0 (Mayor Pucci was not present). RES OLUTI ON NO. 4844 It was moved by Councilman Griak, seconded by Councilman Heltzer, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 4844, entitled, "Resolution Designating Placement of Proceeds from Sale of Real Property #n the General Fund. " The motion carried 6 - 0 'I (Mayor Pucci was not present). I 165 1 Council Minutes, June 18, 1973 8. (d) REPORT OF CITY MANAGER (Ni &C NO. 73-25) CONCERNING iOBILE TELEPRINTER COMIMUNICATIONS SYSTEIvi RESOLUTION NO. 4845 It was moved by Councilman Fleetham, seconded by Councilman Graves, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 4$45 entitled, "Resolution Authorizing Participation in Hennepin County Communica- tion System Upgrading Program* " The motion carried 6 - 0 (Mayor Pucci was not present). (e) REPORT OF TRAFFIC STUDY (##71) - DAKOTA AVENUE SOUTH OF HIGHWAY 12 It was moved by Councilman Fleetham, seconded by Councilman Griak, to authorize preparation of resolution placing 'no parking anytime' signs on east side of Dakota from T. H. 12 Frontage Road to West 14th Street. " The motion carried 6 - 0 (Mayor Pucci was not present). (f) REPORT OF TRAFFIC STUDY (#72) - INTERSECTION OF YOSEIVIITL AVENUE AND WEST 14TH STREET Councilman Griak moved to authorize preparation of resolution placing stop signs on West 41st Street at Yosemite Avenue to create 4 -way stop. Councilman Heltzer seconded and the motion carried 6 - 0 (Mayor Pucci was not present). Councilman Hanks moved a temporary barricade be placed on Yosemite Avenue just north of Vermont. Councilman Fleetham seconded but after C..i. gi n, Councilrzan Hanke withdrew his motion agreeing to wait until origin and destination studies are complete. tg) IViINUTES OF BOA -RD OF ZONING APPEALS MEETING Hy LD INLAY 24, 1973 There being no discussion, the minutes were ordered by the Pres• Pro Tem to be received for filing. (h) 1viINUTES OF HU1VjA N RIGHTS COMMISSION MEETING HELD V,AY 161 1973 Councilman Fleetham moved to reduce consultant's salary by $300 per month. After discussion, the motion was withdrawn• After further disclISsion concerning activities of the Commissi°n 166 council Minutes, June 18, 1973 90 (b) SERVICE STATION AT 5430 MI14N� TOI�IKA BOUT VARD (DEFERRED FROIvi IviAY 21, 1973) Councilman Fleetham read a letter from Mrs. i\Iathan Goettesman opposing the proposed use. After discussion concerning the possibility of an adjacent fast food service, it was moved by Councilman Fleetham, seconded by Council- man Thiel, that the request for special permit be denied. After further discussion concerning the intensity of the use and parking and traffic in the area the vote on the motion was defeated 3 - 4, Councilmen Craves, Hanks, Heltzer and Mayor ?ucci voting nay. Councilman Fleetham moved to defer the matter until the fast food service application is being considered by Council. The motion failed for lack of a second. RrSOLUTION NO. 4850 It was moved by Councilman Craves, seconded by Councilman Heltzer, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No, 4850 entitled, "Resolution Granting Permit Under Section 6:122, 15 of the St. Louis Park Zoning Ordinance for a Motor Fuel Station. " The motion carried 4 - 3, Councilmen Criak, Thiel, and Fleetham voting nay. (c) METROPOLITAN TRANSIT C OMN.LISSIOIv - PROPOSED BUS R OUTS The Metropolitan Transit Commission informed Council that it interested in having a transit experiment in St. Louis Park whereby the City would agree to $.25 fare, splitting the operating loss 50/50 and that it begin July 1, 1973. Councilman Heltzer moved that the Transit Commission be informed that the Council continues to support the proposal. Councilman Craves seconded and the motion carried 6 - 0 (Mayor Pucci was not present). (d) STORM SEWERS DRAINING INTO PARKS It was moved by Councilman Hanks,, seconded by Councilman Criak, to refer the matter to the Environmental Improvement Commission. The motion carried 6 - 0 (Mayor Pucci was not present). 169 �otusc it Wiinu %s s June 18, 1973 10. NEVI BUSINESS TABULATION OF BIDS - SI )zWALK AND IviiSCNL UTILITY RLLOCATIO , AND 73-12 (a) (b) lI. W PAVI1jC, CURB AND GUTTER, LANEOUS LIGHTINC, SIGN AND IlviP, NOS* 7Z-02, 7243, 73-051 RESOLUTION NO. 4848 t b' councilman Criak, seconded by Councilman . It was moved y 4848 entitled, Graves, to waive reading and adopt Resolution �ICutter, F Sidewalk, Gra , Curb and Resolution A -C epting Bid for Paving' rove 'scella. eous Lighting, Sign an4 Utility relocation,; -improve IVii Nos 72.-02, ?2-03, 73-05 aft o gd 73-12, " subject to approval ment No . f the State Ei hway Department, Contract was award u �° was Rigger roadways. The motion carried 6 - o (Mayor P not present). ND. GUT'Fy:r, SID :WALK TABULATION OF BIDS, PAVII`Je•, CURB �. �,OUS CCNTiNG.�NT REPAIR, STORM SEVTZR. A i'IL .1VUSCEL,AIv-- UTILITIES, IMPROVEMENT NOS. 72-13, 72-35: 73-18, 73 20, 73-25, AND 73-03. RLSOLUTION 1,40. 4849 It was moved by Councilman Tanks, seconded by Councilman Graves, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 4849 entitled "Resolution Accepting Bid for Paving, Curb and Gutter and Storm Sewer, Improvement. Nos., 72-13, 72-35, 73-18, ?3-20, 73"25' and 73-03, '*' The motion carried 6 - 0 (Mayor Pucci was not present). Contract was awarded to Bury and Carlson, In (c) TABULATION OF BIDS - STREET LIGHTING SYSTEM ON LAKE STREET - MINNETONKA BOULEVARD TO WALKER STRE: T AND TEXAS AVENUE. - WIEST 28TH STREET TO yrEST 37TH STREZT It was moved by Councilman Fleetham, seconded by Councilman Hanks, to designate Egan McKay as the lowest responsible bidder, accepting Alternative II. The motion carried 6 - 0 (Mayor Pucci was not present). Q. & /°/J:� MISCELLANT OUS (a) DAMAGE CLAIMS 1. Harriet Lerner, 2744 Webster Avenue 170 Council IV4inutes: June S. 1973 11. (a) Councilman Fleetham moved to file above claim with the City ' Clerk for Proper � c pion by the City Manager and City Attorney. The motion carried 6 0 (Mayor Pucci was notre p sent), 12. CLAIMS t AP"RppRIATIOi`.IS; AI,tD CONTRACT PAYMENTS (a) VERIFIT'D CLAII�/iS On motion of Councilman Griak, seconded by Councilman Feltery the lists of verified claimCs prepared by the Director of Finance and presented t nmo the Council dated June 18, 1973 in the total amounts-& of $8; 949^ 93 for payroll, and $731, 166.48 for vendors were approved,, and the City Manager, City Clerk, and City Treasurer were authorized to issue checks covering same b a six yea voter (Mayor Pucci . vas not present)y 13. ADJ OURNNF, NT On motion of Councilman Griak, seconded by Councilman Fleetham, the meeting was adjourned at 10:30 p.m. by a six yea vote. Attest: e Carlson, Secretary 171 r rani it vuc c i, Mayor onard J. Thi ?r6ls. Pro Tem