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CITY COUNCIL MEETING
ST. LOUIS PARK, MINNESOTA
February 19, 1974
1. CALL TO ORDER
A regular meeting of the City Council was called to order by Mayor
Fleetham at 8:03 p.m.
2. INVOCATION
Invocation m,as given by The Reverend Milton Lentz of the Aldersgate Methodist
Church.
3. ROLL CALL
The following Councilmen were present at roll call:
Seymour Druskin
Richard Graves
Rose -Mary Griak
Keith Meland
Frank. FlL-etham
Also present were the City Manager, Assistant to the City Manager, City
Attorney, Planning Director, Director of Public Works, Director of Parks
and Recreation, and Secretary.
Councilman Hanks arrived at 9:52 p.m.
4. MINUTES
On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Griak, the minutes
of the regular meeting held February 4, 1974, were approved by a five yea
vote, clarifying Item 9(c) to show the matter to be effective in 1974.
5. AGENDA
On motion of Councilman Griak, seconded by Councilman Meland, the agenda
of February 19, 1974 was approved by a five yea vote with the following
additions: Item 10(e) Cable Television; Item 10(f) Westwood Nature Center;
Item 10(g) Change Order No. 1, Contract with Robert O. Westlund, Park
Shelter Building, 6212 West Lake Street; 10(h) Proposed Caucus Resolutions;
and 10(i) Meetings Schedule; and 11(e) Bi -Centennial Committee.
6. PUBLIC HEARINGS
(a) PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO ZONING ORDINANCE REGULATING
RESTAURANT USES, AS DESCRIBED IN NOTICE OF HEARING
PUBLISHED FEBRUARY 7, 1974
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6. (a) Mayor Fleetham opened the hearing.
The Planning Director gave the background and rationale used in
preparing the proposed ordinance. He discussed the intensity of land
use, traffic, lighting, noise, odors, over -building, litter, and conflict
with abutting property uses, especially residential. The ordinance
classifies restaurants, separating them into five categories.
Mr. Robert L. Lowe, attorney representing Adolph Fine, 512 Builders
Exchange Building, presented a written statement which had previously
been submitted to the Planning Commission. He spoke in opposition to
the ordinance as proposed because he felt it appears to be regulation,
not of land use but of operation of business on the land. He stated that
standards should be set by ordinance rather than by special permit.
Mr. Chum Bohr, president, Minnesota Restaurant Association, agreed
with Mr. Lowe. He suggested that the portion prohibiting eating in a
car be deleted.
Mr. Robert Schwartz, 2638 Huntington Avenue, questioned regulating
by special permit rather than setting standards by ordinance. The
Planning Director explained that each site is unique and it is impossible
to qualify all standards.
There being no one else wishing to speak, the Mayor declared the hearing
closed subject to action by Council to continue to a future date.
After discussion by Council concerning the classifications and those
permitted in certain use districts, Councilman Graves moved to continue
the hearing to April 1, 1974. Councilman Griak seconded and the motion
carried 5 - 0 (Councilman Hanks was not present).
(b) PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO ZONING ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING A
NEW ZONING DISTRICT, "PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT"
AS DESCRIBED IN NOTICE OF HEARING PUBLISHED FEBRUARY 7,
1974
Mayor Fleetham opened the hearing.
The Planning Director reviewed the steps taken in developing the
proposed ordinance, the purpose being to provide for a zoning district
that would stipulate planned total development of the area, encouraging
retention of natural amenities and elimination of bad site conditions.
Mr. Roger Ulstad, 823 Old Settlers Trail, Hopkins, representing Neslund
Developers, asked who would originate this type of development. The
Planning Director said that it would be either the property owner or the
City.
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6. (b) There being no one else present wishingo speak, future ayor Fle etham
tcontinue
closed the hearing subiect to actor. c -
Councilman Griak moved to waive f 74 t reading
of wasroposed seconded bynance
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and set second reading March 4, 9
Councilman Graves.
Councilman Meland moved to amend Section 6:058.4, Subd. 2(a) as
follows. ...within 200 feet of the site or the nearest structure on public
or private property if over 200 feet..." Councilman Graves seconded
and the amendment carried 5 - 0 JCouncilman Hanks was not present).
Councilman Meland moved to amend Section 6:058. 6, Subd. 1 as
follows: "...within 250 feet of the applicant's property or nearest if over
250 feet." Councilman Graves seconded and the amendment carried
5 - 0 (Councilman Hanks was not -present).
Vote on the motion as amended carried 5 - 0 (Councilman Hanks was not
present).
7. PETITIONS, REQUESTS, AND COMMUNICATIONS
,(a) NOTICE OF INTENT TO CONDUCT BINGO GAME AT JEWISH
COMMUNITY CENTER, 4330 CEDAR LAKE ROAD ON MARCH 17,
1974.
There being no objection, the notice was ordered by the Mayor to be
received for filing.
(b) COMMUNICATION FROM SUBURBAN PROPERTIES REQUESTING
EXTENSION OF TIME FOR FILING OF FINAL PLAT FOR BROOKS
ADDITION
It was moved by Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Druskin,
to grant extension from March 24 to August 1, 1974. The motion
carried 5 - 0 (Councilman Hanks was not present).
(c) COMMUNICATION FROM PLANNING COMMISSION CONCERNING
MINIMUM ATTENDANCE AT MEETINGS
It was moved by Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Druskin,
to defer this matter to a study session. The motion carried 5 - 0
(Councilman Hanks was not present),
(d) COMMUNICATION FROM COMMITTEE ON MUNICIPAL AND COUNTY
OFFICIALS REGARDING THE ADVISORY COMMITTEE TO THE
CHAIRMAN OF THE METRO COUNCIL
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7. (d) It was moved by Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Meland,
to support appointment of the City Manager on this advisory committee.
The motion carried 5 - 0 (Councilman Hanks was not present).
8. RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES
(a) SECOND READING OF ORDINANCE PERMITTING POOL TABLES IN
ON -SALE LIQUOR ESTABLISHMENTS
Since Councilman Griak felt more study is needed, she moved that this
matter be tabled. Councilman Meland seconded and the motion carried
5 - 0. Councilman Griak moved that their be a study by staff on the
operation of gaming devices in the on -sale liquor establishments. Motion
was seconded by Councilman Graves and carried 5 - 0 (Councilman Hanks
was not present).
(b) RESOLUTION REQUESTING STATE HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT TO
UPGRADE SIGNALIZATION OF INTERSECTION - WEST 38TH STREET
AND EXCELSIOR BOULEVARD
RESOLUTION NO. 4999
It was moved by Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Meland,
to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 4999 entitled, "Resolution
Requesting State Highway Department to Upgrade Signalization of
Intersection - West 38th Street and Excelsior Boulevard (T. H. 169). "
The motion carried 5 - 0 (Councilman Hanks was not present).
(c) RESOLUTION APPROVING SECURITIES FOR COLLATERAL FROM
NORTHWESTERN NATIONAL BANK OF HOPKINS
RESOLUTION NO. 5000
It was moved by Councilman Griak, seconded by Councilman Graves,
to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 5000 entitled, "Resolution
Approving Securities for Collateral from Northwestern National Bank
of Hopkins, Hopkins, Minnesota. " The motion carried- 5 - 0 (Councilman
Hanks was not present).
(d) RESOLUTION DECLARING COSTS AND CALLING HEARINGS,
IMPROVEMENT NOS. 72-35 AND 73-38
RESOLUTION NO. 5001
It was moved by Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Griak,
to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 5001 entitled, "A Resolution
Declaring Cost to be Assessed, Ordering Preparation of Proposed
Assessment, and Calling Public.,Hearing on Proposed Special Assessment
Improvement Nos. 72-35 and 73-38. " The motion carried 5 - 0
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8. (d) (Co'uncilmar. Hanks was not present).
9. REPORTS OF OFFICERS, BOARDS, AND COMMITTEES
(a) REPORT OF PLANNING COMMISSION
THE REQUEST OF MCDONALD SCINC.
OM -
MENDING FAVORABLY UPON
FOR AMENDMENT TO SPECIAL PERMIT AT 6320 WEST LAKE STREET,
TO PROVIDE ADDITIONAL PARKING
RESOLUTION NO. 5002
It was moved by Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Griak,
to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 5002 entitled, "Resolution
Amending Resolution No. 4427 Granting Permit Under Section 6:122. 11
of the St. Louis Park Zoning Ordinance for Expansion of Drive -In
Restaurant Site. " The motion carried 5 - 0 (Councilman Hanks was
not present).
(b) REPORT OF PLANNING COMMISSION CONCERNING HENNEPIN COUNTY
ROUTE RIDERSHIP PROGRAM
Co nciLman Graves moved approval. Councilman Griak seconded and the
motion carried 6 - 0.
(c) REPORT RELATIVE TO CORRECTION OF SPECIAL ASSESSMENT -
2600 XENWOOD AVENUE
RESOLUTION NO. 5003
It was moved by Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Meland,
to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 5003 entitled, "Resolution
Canceling Special Assessment. " The motion carried 6 - 0.
(d) MINUTES OF HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY MEETING
HELD FEBRUARY 2, 1974
There being no discussion, the minutes were ordered by the Mayor to
be received for filing.
(e) MINUTES OF STREETS AND HIGHWAYS COMMITTEE MEETING
HELD FEBRUARY 5, 1974.
There being no discussion, the minutes were ordered by the Mayor to
be received for filing.
(f) REPORT CONCERNING RECREATION CENTER RATES (M&C NO. 74-06)
(g) MINUTES OF PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY
COMMISSION MEETING
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9. (f) It w•as moved by Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Griak,
(g) to go into committee as a whole, The motion carried 6 - 0.
After the rough review and discussion df income and expenses, the
committee agreed upon the following schedule of rates/fees:
Pool Fees: Family Season
$19.00
Resident Single
10.00
Resident Child (under 16)
8.00
Non Res. Family
35.00
Non Res. Single
20.00
Daily:
12 & under
.50
13 & older
.75
Ice Arena Fees: Ice Rental Per Hr.
$40.00
($32. 50 for Park
High School and
$35.00 for Benildo)
Daily Admission:
Adult (18 & over)
1.00
Teens (13-17)
.75
Child (12 and under)
.50
Instructions
15.00
(8weeks)
Season Passes Family:
40.00
- 1 year or
28.00
- 6 mos.
Season Pass - Single:
Resident Child
17.30
Reqident Adult
20.00
Skate Rental
.75
Tennis Court Lighting: $140 per hour
It was moved by Councilman Meland, seconded by Councilman Hanks, to
go out of committee as a whole. The motion carried unanimously.
Councilman Graves moved to adopt the schedule agreed upon by the
committee. Councilman Griak seconded and the motion carried 6 - 0.
There being no further discussion, the minutes of the Parks and Recreation
Advisory Commission were received for filing, as ordered by the Mayor.
(h) MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT - DECEMBER 1973
There being no discussion, the report was ordered by the Mayor to be
received for filing.
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9. (i) REPORT OF TRAFFIC STUDY (#82) - AVENUE FROM
CEDAR LAKE ROAD TOFRANKLIN AVENUE
Mr. Gale Held, 1658 Virginia Avenue, ijinber of the subcommittee
of the Community Relations Carnmission,
gave the following recommenda-
tion of that committee: (1) That the City and/or neighborhood consider the
installation of sidewalks along Flag Avenue, (2) stop signs be installed on
Flag Avenue at Club Road, (3) crosswalks be installed across Flag Avenue
at West 23rd and Club Road, (4) additional "slow" signs and "radar patroller.
signe, be installed on Flag Avenue, and (5) periodic radar speed checks be 4
taken by the Police Department to reinforce the signing. �.
Councilman Griak moved to acknowledge all recommendations and authorize
preparation of resolution to install stop signs on Flag Avenue and Club
Road, crosswalks at Flag, West 23rd and Club Road, and that periodic
radar speed checks be taken to reinforce the signing. Councilman
Graves seconded and the motion carried 5 - 0 (Councilman Hanks was
not present).
Councilman Griak explained that the matter of sidewalks along thorough-
fares will be reviewed by Council and that this will be taken up at that
time.
(j) MINUTES OF PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING HELD FEBRUARY 6,
1974
There being no discussion, the minutes were ordered by the Mayor to
be received for filing.
10. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
(a) APPOINTMENTS TO BOARDS/ COMMISSIONS
It was moved by Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Hanks,
to reappoint to another full term Dale Evans to the Building Construction
Codes Advisory Commission and Robert Schwartz to the Board of Zoning
Appeals. The motion carried unanimously.
Councilman Meland moved to 1130*e the following appointments to the
Environmental Improvement Commission, terms expiring October 1, 1974:
Sandra Brown, Everett Janssen, Charles Griffith, Al Shapiro, William
Nortf, Lynn Schwartz, Mary Jo Permuth, Lee Rickard, Marion Sallerson,
and Tim Zuel (student representative). Councilman Graves seconded and
the motion carried unanimously.
(b) NORTHLAND ALUMINUM - EXTENSION OF TIME FOR COMPLIANCE
WITH AIR POLLUTION ORDINANCE
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10. (b) It vas moved by Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Hanks,
to extend to October 1, 1974. The motion carried unanimously.
(c) I-394 POLICY STATEMENT
Mrs. Jackie Ingersoll, I-394 Citizens Advisory Committee, was
present.
It was moved by Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Hanks,
to approve the statement, authorizing its presentation, and moving the
itzzr. concerning 36th Street to a higher priority. The motion carried
U - 0.
(d) -N-dENDMENT TO AGREEMENT - CROSSTOWN BUS
It was moved by Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Griak,
to authorize execution of the amendment extending the service to
July 1974. The motion carried unanimously.
(e) CABLE TELEVISION
Councilman Hanks explained that at a meeting of the Southwest Cable
Commission a representative from the state indicated a need for more
funds, that they have listed their priorities deleting their study of
interconnectability and setting up instructions on technical specifica-
tions. It was moved by Councilman Hanks, seconded by Councilman
Graves, to authAxtize staff to inform legislators that Council is concerned
about these matters and to find out what is actually going to be done for
the proposed $480, 000. The motion carried 6 - 0.
(f) WESTWOOD NATURE CENTER - LAND ACQUISITION
The City Manager explained that he has been negotiating for a parcel of
land adjacent to United Properties on the west and that a point has been
reached in these negotiations where a decision must be made concerning
a proposed exchange of land.
Councilman Graves moved that this parcel be staked out by the engineers
in order for Council to make an on-site inspection. Councilman Griak
seconded and the motion carried 6 - 0.
(g) COMMUNITY CENTER PARK SHELTER CHANGE ORDER NO. 1
ROBERT O. WESTLUND - EXTEND COMPLETION DATE TO
MAY 24; 1974
It was moved by Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Hanks,
to authorize execution of the proposed change order. The motion carried
unanimously.
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10. (h) PROPOSED CAUCUS RESOLUTIONS
Councilman Griak reminded Council of the precinct caucuses and
suggested introduction of resolutions that would convey concern
of loss of authority by local municipalities.
(i) MEETINGS
Tlie Mayor called to the attention of Council members the following
meetings: February 27, 1974 - I-394 public hearing; February 28 -
Legislative Conference, St. Paul; March 3 - 5, National League of
Cities Legislative Conference, Washington, D. C. and June 23-26,
U.S. Conference of Mayors, San Diego, California.
Councilman Graves moved to authorize Mayor Fleetham to attend
the conference in San Diego. Councilman Hanks seconded and the
motion carried 6 - 0.
It was moved by Councilman Hanks, seconded by Councilman Graves,
to have a study meeting at the Senior Center at 7:30 p.m. , Monday,
February 25, 1974. The motion carried 6 - 0.
RESOLUTION NO. 5004
It was moved by Councilman Hanks, seconded by Councilman Druskin,
to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 5004 entitled, "Resolution
Calling Public Hearing on Improvement No. 73-09 and 73-39." The
motion carried 6 - 0.
RESOLUTION NO. 5005
It was moved by Councilman Hanks, seconded by Councilman Druskin,
to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 5005 entitled, "Resolution
Calling Public Hearing on Improvement Nos. 74-01 and 73-40." The
motion carried 6 - 0.
RESOLUTION NO. 5006
It was moved by Councilman Hanks, seconded by Councilman Druskin,
to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 5006 entitled, "Resolution
Calling Public Hearing on Improvement Nos. 74-04 and 72-15. " The
motion carried 6 - 0.
RESOLUTION NO. 5007
It was moved by Councilman Hanks, seconded by Councilman Druskin,
to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 5007 entitled, "Resolution
Calling Public Hearing on Improvement No. 73-08. �� The motion
carried 6 - 0.
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10. (i) RESOLUTION NO. 5008
It. ;t.l,. moved by Councilman Ilankh, seconded by Councilman Druskin,
tc -vaive: reading and adopt Resolution No. 4008 entitled, "Resolution
Calling Public Hearing on Improvement No. 72-33. 11 The motion
e..A r r:e:d 6 - 0.
11. NEW BUSINESS
(a) SELECTION OF CONSULTANT FOR WESTDALE AND ETHEL BASTON
PAVING PROJECTS
It was moved by Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Meland, to
authorize the City Manager to negotiate with consultants for paving
projects. The motion carried 5 - 1, Mayor Fleetham voting nay.
(b) CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PROGRAM - 1974 - 1978
It was moved by Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Griak,
to approve. The motion carried 6 - 0.
(c) CAMPAIGN REGULATION (REQUESTED BY MAYOR FLEETHAM)
Mrs. Pepper Nypan, Charter Commission, explained that the Commission
is studying length of campaigns in its review of the charter and will
be bringing revisions to Council for its consideration.
(d) PROPOSED CHANGE ORDER NO. 1 - ADDITION OF $8,200 AND
DELETION OF $3,175, USING NEW PUMP INSTEAD OF REPAIR OF
OLD PUMP, WELL NO. 14
It was moved by Councilman Griak, seconded by Councilman Druskin,
to authorize the City Manager to execute the proposed change order.
The: motion carried 6 - 0.
(e) BI -CENTENNIAL COMMISSION
Council=man Griak moved to refer this matter to the Community Relations
Commibc,ion. Councilman Druskin seconded and the motion carried 6 - 0.
12. MISCELLANEOUS
(a) DAMAGE CLAIMS
1. Barrymore Lee Bolton
Councilman Hanks moved to file claim with City Clerk for proper action
ley the; City Manager and City Attorney. Councilman Graves seconded
:and the, motion carried 6 - 0.
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13, CLAIMS, APPROPRIATIONS, AND CONTRACT PAYMENTS
(a) VERIFIED CLAIMS
On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Griak, the
lists of verified claims prepared by the Director of Finance and presented
to the Council dated February 19, 1974 in the total amounts of $7, 571. 70
for payroll, and $132, 726.34 for vendors were approved, and the City
Manager, City Clerk, and City Treasurer were authorized to issue
checks covering same by a six yea vote.
14. ADJOURNMENT
On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Griak, the meeting
was adjourned at 11:42 p.m. by a six yea vote.
Attest:
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Alice M. Carlson, Secretary
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