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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1974/03/18 - ADMIN - Minutes - City Council - Regular7. PETITIONS, REQUESTS, AND COMMUNICATIONS (a) NOTICE OF INTENT TO CONDUCT BINGO GAME - MAY 5, 1974 - JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER There being no objection, the notice was ordered by the Mayor to be received for filing. 8. RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES (a) SECOND READING OF ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 2 OF THE ST., LOUIS PARK ORDINANCE CODE AND PROVIDING FOR A PENALTY FEE ON LATE LICENSE APPLICATIONS BY ADDING SECTION 2:19 ORDINANCE NO. 1256 It was moved by Councilman Griak, seconded by Councilman Graves, to waive second reading and adopt Ordinance No. 1256 entitled, "An Ordinance Amending Chapter 2 of the St. Louis Park Ordinance Code and Providing for a Penalty Fee on Late License Applications by Adding Section 2:19. " The motion carried 6 - 0. (b) SECOND READING OF ORDINANCE RELATING TO ZONING; AMENDING SECTION 6:058 PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT (DEFERRED FROM MARCH 4, 1974). ORDINANCE NO. 1257 In response to a question from Councilman Hanks, the City Manager stated that designation of any area as a Planned Unit Development (PUD) would require an amendment to the Comprehensive Plan and a public hearing. Mayor Fleetham stated that he felt this ordinance gave the City Planning Office too much discretion and authority in development matters. Councilman Hanks cautioned the Council to be extremely careful in considering specific areas for designation as Planned Unit Development. It was moved by Councilman Hanks, seconded by Councilman Griak, to waive reading and adopt Ordinance No. 1257 entitled, "An Ordinance Relating to Zoning; Amending Section 6:051 and Adding Section 6:058 Planned Unit Development District. " The motion carried 6 - 0. (c) RESOLUTION FOR PARTIAL ACCEPTANCE OF WORK FOR SUBDIVISION CONTRACT CONSTRUCTION (PARK CENTER) AND REDUCING BOND REQUIRED FOR THE REMAINING WORK. RESOLUTION NO. 5018 59 Council Minutes, March 18, 1974 8. .(c) It was moved by Councilman Griak, .seconded by Councilman Thiel, to waive reading and adopt Resolc.t'on No. 501.8 ent;.+.led, "Resobition for Partial Acceptance of Work for SabdiviHion Contract Construction (Park Center) and Reducing Bond Req-:irFtd for the Rezna.ining Work". The motion carried 6 - 0. ES (d) RESOLUTION AUTHORIZINGTED SELL RITIES OF CITIZENS ISTATED APPROVAL OF SUBSTITUTED BANK OF ST. LOUIS PARK, MINNESOTA RESOLUTION NO. 5019 It was moved by Councilman Thiel, seconded by Councilman Hanks, to waive reading and adopt Revolution No. 5019 entitled, "Resolution Authorizing the Release of Securities and Approval of Substituted Securities of Citizens State Bank of St. Louis Park, Minnesota. " The motion carried 6 - 0. (e) RESOLUTION APPROVING SECURITIES FOR COLLATERAL FROM NORTHWESTERN NATIONAL BANK OF HOPKINS, HOPKINS, MINNESOTA RESOLUTION NO. 5020 It was moved by Councilman Thiel, seconded by Councilman Graves, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 5020 entitled, "Resolution Approving Securities for Collateral fro n Northwestern National Bank of Hopkins, Hopkins, Minnesota". The motion carried 6 - 0. (f) RESOLUTION REQUESTING HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT AUTHORIZATION FOR SPEED SIGNS (IDAHO AVENUE AND HAMPSHIRE AVENUE) (ABUTTING ELIOT SCHOOL) RESOLUTION NO. 5021 It was moved by Councilman Griak, seconded by Councilman Graves, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 5021 entitled, "Resolution Requesting Highway Department A•.ithorization for Speed Signa". The motion carried 6 - 0. (g) RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING PLACEMENT OF SIGNS ESTABLISHING LO,' LIMITS ON CERTAIN STREETS IN ST. LOUIS PARK, MINNESOTA Following questions by Councilzman Draskin, the City Manager explained that load limits are four tons per axle and are placed on certain streets based on the type and condition of PaVement and also in areas where L Council Minutes, March 18, 1974 8. (g) Council wishes to restrict the amount of truck traffic traveling through residential neighborhoods. RESOLUTION NO. 5022 It was moved by Councilman Griak, seconded by Councilman Hanks, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 5022 entitled, "Resolution Authorizing Placement of Signs Establishing Load Limits on Certain Streets in St. Louis Park, Minnesota". The motion carried 6 - 0. (h) RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING PLACEMENT OF SIGNS RESTRICTING WEIGHTS The City Manager explained that because Hampshire Avenue has not been included in previous load limit restrictions, a resolution is required at this time. RESOLUTION NO. 5023 It was moved by Councilman Griak, seconded by Councilman Hanks, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 5023 entitled, "Resolution Authorizing Placement of Signs Restricting Weights". The motion carried 6 - 0. (i) RESOLUTION COMMENDING RICHARD A. BROOKS FOR HIS SERVICE TO THE CITY OF ST. LOUIS PARK RESOLUTION NO. 5024 It was moved by Councilman Thiel, seconded by Councilman Hanks, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 5024 entitled, "Resolution Commending Richard A. Brooks for His Service to the City of St. Louis Park". The motion carried 6 - 0. (j) RESOLUTION COMMENDING CLYDE A. SORENSEN FOR HIS SERVICE TO THE CITY OF ST. LOUIS PARK RESOLUTION NO. 5025 It was moved by Councilman Hanks, seconded by Councilman Griak, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 5025 entitled, "Resolution Commending Clyde A. Sorensen for His Service to the City of St. Louis Park". The motion carried 6 - 0. 61 Council Minutes, March 18, 1974 9. REPORTS OF OFFICERS, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES (a) MINUTES OF STREETS AND HIGHWAYS SUBCOMMITTEE MEETING HELD MARCH 5, 1974 Mr. James Fuchs, 4047 Yosemite Avenue, stated that he is in favor of closing Yosemite Avenue at Excelsior Boulevard; however, he is concerned about emergency vehicles having access to his neighborhood if the median on Excelsior Boulevard at Yosemite were to be closed off. Councilman Hanks advised that this matter w-:ts cl,�_rrently being studied. There being no further discussion, the minutes were ordered by the Mayor to be received for filing. (b) REPORT OF TRAILS COMMITTEE Mayor Fleetham stated that the Committee composed of members of the St. Louis Park League of Women Voters spent many hours working on this plan and should be commended for the excellent work. Councilman Griak expressed her desire to set dates for implementation in accordance with approved projects and financial capabilities. Mayor Fleetham suggested that the trails report should be studied concurrently with the Comprehensive Sidewalk Report prepared by staff. After a brief discussion, Councilman Griak moved to refer the trails report to the Planning Commission and Community Relations Commission for study and recommendations and that in the meantime the Council review the costs and timetable for implementation. The motion was seconded by Councilman Druskin and carried 6 - 0. Mayor Fleetham then set March 30th as the date to review the trails rep ort and invited members of the League of Women Voters to be present. (c) REPORT OF PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDING AMENDMENT TO ZONING ORDINANCE TO ALLOW CLUSTER HOUSING -DUPLEX AND/OR TOWNHOUSE TYPE HOUSING IN THE R-1 AND R-2 DISTRICTS .(73-65-ZA) The Planning Director reviewed the study done to date by the Planning Commission on cluster housing. He explained that cluster housing would require a special permit and could apply to both new developments, redevelopments, and existing residential areas. Councilman Griak agreed that she felt very strongly that cluster housing should come under the provisions of special permits so that it will be very well controlled. She stated that it was her understanding that cluster housing would not increase densities in residential areas, merely redistribute them. 62 Council Minutes, March 18, 1974 9, /(c) Councilman Hanks stated that he was concerned about what type of development would occur on single lots and whether or not this would affect development of some of the open space areas in the community. He also stated his concern regarding the number of units allowed on given parcels of land and reiterated that he does not want to permit more units than are currently permitted at this time under residential zoning. He cautioned the Council that this type of permit would present many problems if allowed in existing single-family residentially zoned areas. Councilman Graves stated that he favors these types of developments in order to take advantage of the natural amenities of certain land areas and that this would present a good alternative for such developments. Councilman Thiel stated that he has some reservations about this ordinance and is particularly concerned about how this amendment will affect existing developments. He expressed concerns about small developments and felt perhaps strict area limits should be imposed if allowed. Councilman Druskin stated that he too favors this approach to development but would like some time to study this proposal and possibly to view some examples of existing cluster housing. He indicated that with today's cost of development, such new concepts of housing needs to be considered. He further stated that he felt such housing should only be permitted in new and undeveloped/ redeveloped areas. After further discussion, the Council directed the City Manager to submit to the Planning Commission its concerns, as discussed, for further study. (d) MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT - JANUARY 1974 There being no discussion, the report was ordered by the Mayor to be received for filing. (e) MINUTES OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING HELD MARCH 6, 1974 There being no discussion, the minutes were ordered by the Mayor to be received for filing. (f) MINUTES OF THE HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY ME ETING HELD FEBRUARY 26, 1974 There being no discussion, the minutes were ordered by the Mayor to be received for filing. (g) MINUTES OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPROVENE NT COMMISSION MEETING HELD MARCH 7, 1974 There being no discussion, the minutes were ordered by the Mayor to be received for filing. 63 Council Minutes, March 18, 1974 9. (h) MINUTES OF HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION MEETING HELD FEBRUARY 20] 1974 Following a question by Councilman Thiel regarding the Commission's concern over civil service examinations, the City Manager explained that many communities throughout the metropolitan area are currently evaluating the validity of their civil service testing procedures and the contents of the examinations. Councilman Griak stated that the Cor_unission is concerned because it has submitted several articles to the Sun regarding seminars and other meetings on human relations and have not had any of them published. There being no further discussion, the minutes were ordered by the Mayor to be received for filing. (i) PRELIMINARY REPORT OF DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS AND ASSESS REPORT RELATIVE TO IMPROVEMENT NOS. 74-06, 74-07, AND 74-09, ALLEY PAVINGS The Director of Public Works explained that the variations in estimated costs vary due to "T" -alleys, amounts of grading necessary, retaining walls, and other construction features. RESOLUTION NO. 5026 It was moved by Councilman Griak, seconded by Councilman Graves, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 5026 entitled, "Resolution Calling Public Hearing on Improvement Nos. 74-06, 74-07, and 74-09, Alley Pavings". The motion carried 6 - 0. (j) PRELIMINARY REPORT OF DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS AND ASSE; REPORT WITH RESPECT TO IMPROVEMENT NOS. 74-05, 74-08, AND 74-10, ALLEY PA VINGS. RESOLUTION NO. 5027 Councilman Druskin moved, seconded by Councilman Thiel, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 5027, entitled "Resolution Calling Public Hearing on Improvement Nos. 74-05, 74-08, and 74-10, Alley Pavings". The motion carried 6 - 0. (k) REPORT OF PLANNING COMMISSION CONCERNING TOPICS PROGRAM It was moved by Councilman Griak, seconded by Councilman Graves, to accept the report of the Planning Commission. The motion carried 6 - 0. Council Minutes, March 18, 1974 9.; (1) WEST 36TH STREET PARKING STUDY There being no discussion, the study was ordered by the Mayor to be received for filing. Such recommendations were to bem incorporated in future improvement projects in the study area. 10. UNFINISHED BUSINESS (a) PROPOSED PRELIMINARY PLAT - FOURTH COUNTRY CLUB ADDITION (TABLED SEPTEMBER 8, 1969) It was moved by Councilman Thiel, seconded by Councilman Graves, to remove this item from the table. Councilman Griak encouraged the Council, not to remove this item from the table until all of the Council members wishing to do so have viewed the site and are prepared to take some action on this proposed plat. Councilman Thiel suggested that the item be removed from the table and that the Council listen to the presentation by Mr. Robert Lang, attorney for the owner of the property in order to Ret background before the site is viewed. The motion failed 3 - 3 (Councilmen Druskin, Graves and Griak voting nay). Councilman Thiel requested that this item be placed on the April 1, 1974 agenda. The Mayor suggested that members avail themselves of this time to view the proposed site development and become familiar with its background. (b) REPORT CONCERNING AMUSEMENT DEVICES (REQUESTED BY COUNCIL) Councilman I.1vi.nks moved, and Councilman Thiel seconded that the proposed ordinance permitting pool tables in on -sale liquor establishments be removed from the table. The motion carried 5 - 1 (Councilman Griak vot ing nay). Councilman Griak moved to license juice boxed. The motion failed for a lack of aecond. Councilman Griak stated that she does not want to permit pool tables in on -sale liquor establishments and would like to havo the ordinance prohibiting them at those locations r«main unchanged. Mayor Flootham stated that he does not believe the amount of gambling which may occur in on -sale liquor establishments will be increased oubstantially by permitting pool tables in such locations. He frola that thorn it currently 65 Council Minutes, March 18, 1974 10. (b) some betting occurring on foosball and pons and that these should be more closely monitored. Councilman Graves stated that he has discussed this matter with the proprietors of several on -sale liquor establishments in St. Louis Park and that they are no.tin favor ofe ittin pool tables in on -sale liquor establishments. He commen Fd that there was no strong interests by on -sale licensed establish*nents to have pool tables. Councilman Druskin stated that he felt that prohibiting only pool tables and not mechanical devices was somewhat discriminatory and that permitting these tables in on -sale establishments would not significantly change the atmosphere or action at these sites. He further stated that good management should eliminate illegal gambling. The City Manager stated that there is currently some conflict between the wording of the portion of the code licensing mechanical amusement devices and the portion prohibiting pool tables. The City Attorney stated that the City Council should clarify the language in these two ordinances in order to establish more clearly the intent of the Council if it wishes to prohibit all pool tables. Councilman Hanks moved, seconded by Councilman Graves, to refer this matter to staff for revision and clarification of existing wording in applicable portions of the code. The motion carried 6 - 0. (c) REPORT RELATIVE TO SIDEWALK STUDY (DEFERRED FROM MARCH 13, 1974) Councilman Hanks moved, and Councilman Graves seconded, to accept the report and defer it for further study until March 30, 1974. The motion carried 6 - 0. (d) STUDY SESSIONS The Council agreed to schedule March 30, 1974, immediately following the information meeting on West 33rd Street, to have staff present its report concerning sidewalks. In addition, the League of Women Voters representatives who worked on the trails study will be asked to present the trail committee report, later in the afternoon. April 3, 1974 was scheduled for another work session to review topics selected by the Mayor for Council study and direction to staff. Council- man Hanks stated that an agenda should be prepared in advance to determine the necessity of this session. 66 mow. A'"""" Sm? . Council Minutes, March 18, 1974 11. NEW BUSINESS (a) PROCLAMATION FOR TREE OF HOPE DAY APRIL 20, 1974 - TEEN CORPS It was moved by Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Griak to authorize execution of the proclamation. The motion carried 6 - 0. (b) DISCUSSION OF PARKING - VICINITY OF OTTAWA/39TH STREET (REQUESTED BY MAYOR) The Director of Public Works reviewed the existing parking restrictions in the vicinity of Ottawa/39th Street. Councilman Hanks explained that on Friday and Saturday evenings there is spill-over parking from several of the entertainment facilities in the area onto the residential streets of Ottawa, 38th and 39th Streets. Currently, there is no agreement in the neighborhood on how parking can further be restricted in order to alleviate these problems. He indicated that he planned to rre et with the people in the neighborhood to discuss the problem and work toward solutions. The City Manager explained that the landscaping and further work in that area should be completed early this spring and this may have an effect on some of the parking problems. No action was taken by the Council. 12. MISCELLANEOUS (a) DAMAGE CLAIMS 1. Mrs. Golde Boznu, 4300 Highway 7 2. Rudolph Johnson, 6525 Minnetonka Boulevard 3. The Film Factory, 1115 South Second Avenue, Mpls. It was moved by Councilman Thiel, seconded by Councilman Griak, to file claims with the City Clerk for proper action by the City Manager and City Attorney. The motion carried 6 - 0. (b) COMMUNICATIONS FROM CITY MANAGER The Director of Public Works explained a proposed realignment of the intersection of Hampshire and Cedar Lake Road to rechannel the traffic and provide better turning radii at this intersection. The proposed modification, requested at the public hearing, would also alter the driveway at the Eliot school parking lot. It was moved by Councilman Thiel, seconded by Councilman Hanks, to approve the intersection modification. The motion carried 6 - 0. 1 -7 Council Minutes, March 18, 1974 13. CLAIMS, APPROPRIATIONS, AND CONTRACT PAYNMNTS (a) VERIFIED CLAIMS On motion of Councilman Griak, seconded by Councilman Graves, the lists of verified claims prepared by the Director of Finance and prese to the Council dated March 18, 1974 in the total amouylts of $4, 883. 18 for payroll, and $113, 747. 68 for vendors were approved, and the City Manager, City Cle* and City Treasurer were authorized to isst checks covering same by a 6 yea vote. 14. ADJOURNMENT On motion of Councilman Graves, seconded by Councilman Thiel, the meeting was adjourned at 10:05 p.m. by a 6 yea vote. Frank Fleetham, Mayor Attes Susan Workman, Actg. Secretary W