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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1979/01/02 - ADMIN - Minutes - City Council - Regularl. 2. 3. Call to Order invocation Rol.l Call MINUTES CITY COUNCIL MEETING ST. LOUIS PARK, MINNESOTA January 2, 1979 A regular meeting of the City Council was called to order by Mayor Stern at 7:34 p.m. None. The following Councilmen were present at roll ca 11: Ronald Backes Jerro'd Martin Keith Meland John Ra11es Irving Stern Councilman Hanks arrived at 8:16 p.m. Also present were the City Manager, and Director of Public Works. 4. Approval of Minutes The motion passed 5-0. 5. Approval of Agenda The motion passed 5-0. City Attorney, Director of Planning It was moved by Councilman Backes, seconded by Councilman Meland, to approve the minutes of the regular City Council meeting held. December 18, 1978, as presented. It was moved by Councilman Martin, seconded by Councilman Ralles, to approve the consent agenda tor January 2, 1979, with the removal of Items 8b and 9h. � It was moved by Councilman Meland, seconded by Councilman Martin, to approve the agenda for January 2, 1979, as presented. The motion passed 5-0. 6a. Community Development Program In response to Dot Council authozized by the Task Force; PUBLIC HEARINGS Community Development Program 1979-1981 (con- tinued from December 18, 1978). Bell, 1.624 Alabama Avenue,�the City Ma.nager explained the a traffic study of the Alabama/Blackstone area as requested -1- � City Council minutes, January Z, 19�9 he also explained funding designated for p ark development had been determined eligible. Iie continued that the demonstrati�o �ameyearighting project for Park Hill is also included in the 1979 p g There being no one further wishing to speak, hearing closed. the Mayor decl�red the In response to Councilman Backes, Councilman Meland explained Community Development funds had been allocated for alley paving in the Oak Hill neighborhood along Edgebrook Park which is City property. Councilman Martin reiterated past upon the 19R1 park prvjects. concerns relating to the effect of inflation Chairman Leonard Thiel explained the Task Force is aware that some of its recommendations may not be accomplished and would like the Council to deliberate priorities. It was moved by Councilman Martin, seconded by Councilman Meland, to approve the 1978 revised Community Development Program. The motion passed 5-0. It was moved by Councilman Meland, seconded :by Councilman Backes, to approve the 1979-81 three-year Community Development Plan. The motion passed 5-0. 6b. Amhurs� Subdivision Application of Richard Neslund for preliminary plat of Amhurst Addition, as described in Notice of Hearing published December 20, 1978. Philip Getts, attorney representing area residents, presented a letter dated January 2, 1979, expressing the conceYns of the neighborhood and objecting to the project. Jim Shaw, 2850 Cavell Avenue, representing the developer, referred to page 6 of a brochure presented to the Council which listed six criteria developed in meetings with the neighborhood and Council and used to develop the plan presented. He explained the proposal was the same plan described and discussed with the Council on August 21, 1978, and he reiterated com�nents made at that time. He continued that a four to six foot berm with plantings would be constructed along new County Road 18; he explained a 40-foot setback from the right-of-way line on Edgemoor Drive is included in the plan. He felt the residents would prefer an earthen berm to a fence at that location, but a fence would be constructed if requested. Philip Getrs summarized the letter presented to the Council objecting to the project; he said the abutting residents would prefer upper income houses or a mixture of townhouses and single-family houses not to exceed nine units per acre. -2- City Council minutes, January 2, 1979 Irwin Mandel, 3231 Flag Avenue; Theodore Litman, 3301 Cettysburg; Richard Nunegs, 8907 Minnehaha Circle; A1 Bergman, 9015 Minnehaha Circle; and Roger Hork, 820 Edgemoor Drive, opposed the plan due to: environmental and visual impact, density, vehicular and pedestrian traffic, proposed setbacks and perhaps inadequate access for emergency vehicles. In response to Mark Ennenga, Mr. Shaw explained the northern boundary of the proj ect would be approximately 1, 000 feet from Minnehaha Creek. He also explained the plan contains 3�i0 units, and if the County develops according to its plan for County Road 18, further development would not be possible to the east; if the County does not take the land to the east, development could occur. Mayor Stern asked if the value of�the.land being negotiated with the County would be affected, should the Council approve a lower density than requested. Mr. S�aw said the County and the owner are not in negotiations for the property, although the owner has waited 15 years for the County to finalize its plans; he suggested it may be 1985 before vehicles will travel new County Road 18. He noted the Comprehensive Plan definition "medium density" allows a maximum of eleven units per acre; the proposal requests 10.3 units per acre, and staff recommends seven to nine units per acre. After further discussion, the Mayor declared the hearing closed. In response to Councilman Martin, the Planning Director explained the property is not within the flood plain district; therefore, appra�alfrom the Watershed District is not necessary. He did not f eel the project contained wetlands or water bodies requiring review by the Department of Natural Resources. Councilman Martin compared the project with Cedar Council and containing 360 units with ingressand also suggested any proposal for the site would af questioned whether any governmental body has the from removing trees�. He favored the project with at present. Trails, approved by the gress on one street. He ect existing trees; he ight to prevent a landowner the exception of Phase II In response to Councilman Backes, Mr. Shaw stated all interior streets would be constructed to City standards, either public or private. Richard Knutson explained the streets would have a width of 32 feet. Councilman Backes suggested that ~_he preliminary plat contain a condition requiring the interior streets to be publicly owned. Councilma.n approval. Hanks f elt street ownership could be designated during final plat It was moved by Councilman Martin, seconded by Councilman Meland, to approve the preliminary plat of Amhurst Addition,excluding the Phase II area. In response Phase I and County. to Councilman Backes, Mr. Shaw explained the line separating II areas had been defined by metes and b�unds surveyed by the -3- � ,• ��t Council minutes, January 2, 1979 Y Res onding to the Council's COn�Hankins, P development would be n°o£�Piat approval Council's jurisdictio St. Louis Park. The Council clarif ied Park. Zt� units of the proposed the Ciry Attorney explained the is limited to the area within that plar aPProval is for land located within St. Louis Councilman Hanks was concerned that if the City of Hopkins d enies permit, the developer may locate the entire 340 units within St. Louis Park and thus intensify the density. He hoped that if app,roved, the developer would attempt Co decrease the number of units. Mayor Stern opposed the project. He asked the Council to study the staff report and the neighborhood's concerns requesting a decrease in density and development of housing f or upper-income f amilies . He noted that over the years, the City has devoted time and effort toward low-income housing but has not given attention to a balance in the community. Councilman Hanks suggested $70,000 to $100,000 units were perhaps not in the low- or moderate-income categories. . It was moved by Councilman Backes, seconded by Councilman Hanks, to amend the motion requiring that interior streets shall have 50-foot designated right of way. The motion passed 6-0. The main motion passed S-1 (Mayor Stern opposed). 6c. Amhurst Zoning Change Application of Richard Neslund for zoning change from R-1 to R-3 at Amhurst, as described in Notice of Hearing published December 20, 1978. Philip Getts, representing the abutting property owners, requested that the Council rescind preliminary plat approval subject to zoning change approval. There being no one further wishing to speak, the Mayor declared the hearing closed. It was moved by Councilman Melan3 seconded by Councilman Ralles, to waive first reading of the ordinance changing the zoning and set second read�n for January 15, 1979, g The motion passed 5-1 (�y.or 7a• Residential Revenue Bonds PETITIONS Stern opposed). TS AND CpMMiJNICATIONS Residential mortgage revenue bonds; Mi11er and Schroeder Municipals, Inc. -4- .__._�..--"' City Council minutes, January 2, 1979 Roger J. Wikner, Miller and Schroeder Municipals, Inc., said it is possible for rhe City o� St. Louis Park to �ssue tax exempt mortgage revenue bonds without additional legislation through the creation of a tax exempt corporation. ' Mayor Stern requested that the Council defer the matter un�il Jan�ary 15, 1979, enabling staff to prepare its recommendation and address any con- cerns of the Council. Councilman Martin referred to Pages 5 and 6 of the proposal which listed �:; underwriting services offered by Miller and Schroeder and wondered to what degree in the decision-making process Che City would be involved. i► Councilman Meland requested staff to address the underwriting services, ; types of other servicing and if the City should be seeking bids. G ; ,. . Mr. Wikner explained the services are termed "negotiated financing." He conCinued that due to SEC and other legal regulations, these types of bond issues have not gone to pu�xlic sale. Mayor Stern asked that staff also report on the process employed by Minneapolis with respect to eligibility requirements and designation of funds for various income groups and family sizes. The City.Manager explained the underwriter will prepare alternative types of eligibility for the Council's consideration. Mr. Wikner explained one of the eligibi�ity requirements to be met by the City is the demonstration that the sp�ecific housing needs are not being met adequately in the community. Sa. Sacramental Wine; Ordinance No. 1435 RESOLUTIONS AND ORAINANCES Second reading of ordinance relating to sacramental wine. Stewart Stoller, 2225 Urbanciale Lane, explained Che Men's Club initiated the proposed ordinance cocle amendment to allow Che sale of sacramental wine to congregants during fund-raising events. Councilman Meland explained thnt fund-raising events in the community are limited to organizations whiuh have � chaPter house in the community vr 50 percent of Che con�regation restde in the �ornmuniry. I� was moved by Councilman Martin, seconded by Councilman Meland, to waive reading and adopC Ordinance No. �.435, entiCled "An ordinance relating to in�oxicaring liquor; amending the St. Louis Park Ordinance Code, Chapt�x 13, Section 13-321." Councilm�n Meland wondered if the sale of sacramental wine would be l�.mi�ed �o the day� az�d hours thaC oCher aff-sale establishments abide by. The C�.�y Mana.ger �ta�ed that in the absence of City law, State law would be oh8erved. The mo�ion passed 6-0. _5_ .t . � �J�� 4�LV � . . '. . �. . . . .." ' ' " � City Council gb, Safe Driv�; Resolution No. 6195 minutes, January 2, Resolution relating (requested by Mayor 1979 to intoxicated drivers Stern). It was moved by Councilman Ralles, seconded by � and adopt Resolution No. 6195, entitled Councilman Meland, to waive reading ai n to reduce the occurrence of drunk "Resolution supporting state-wide camp g driving in Minnesota." The moCion passed 6-0. 8c. Bassetts Creek; Resolution No. 6196 Resolution appointing commissioner; Bassetts Creek Flood Control Commission. Tt was moved by Councilman Backes, seconded by Councilman Meland, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 6196, entitled "Resolution appointing commissioner on the Board of the Bassetts Creek Flood Control Commission." The motion passed 6-0. REPORTS OF OFFICERS, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES 9a. Knollwood Plaza; Resolution No. 6197 Special permit request of General Growth to allow modifications to approved plan relative to grading and facade at Knollwood Shopping Center. It was moved by Councilman Martin, seconded by Councilman Ralles, to waive readi;�g and adopt Resolution No. 6197, entitled "A resolution amending Resolution No. 616I adopted November 6, 1978, granting permit under Section 14-124.101 of the St. Louis Park Ordinance Code relating to zoning to permit a shopping center located at 8020-8440 Highway 7." Councilman Meland said several constituents are concerned with the placement of the temporary propane tanks near West 36 Street; he wondered if the developer could remove them. The motion passed 5-1 (Councilman Meland opposed). 9b. G. T. Mork; Resolution No. 6198 Special permit request of G. T. Mork & Company to construct parking lot in R-4 District at 6101 West 14 Street. It was moved by Councilman Martin, seconded by Councilman Meland, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 6198, entitled "Resolution granting sp ecial permit under Section 14-141(1) of the St. Louis Park Ordinance Code relating to zoning to permit off-street parking for property located in the R-4 District at 6101 West 14 Street." The motion passed 6-0. -6- 9c . Cit�_ Incinerator City Council minutes, January 2, 1979 Study of public need for City incinerator located at Webster Avenue/West 35 1/2 street. �<1 Af ter discussion, it was moved by Councilman Meland, seconded by Councilman Ralles, to request a staff report on potential private uses for the property and the original cost of the property. The �tion passed S-1 (Ma.yor Stern opposed). Councilmen Hanks and Martin were concerned that the property may have future use in extending the roadway to handle increased traffic, should the grain tower redevelopment be pursued. � It was moved by Councilman Hanks, seconded by Councilman Backes, to authorize an in-house appraisal of the property. The motion passed 6-0. 9d. Shelard Special Permit; Special permir request of Darrel Farr for Resolution No. 6199 modifications to approved site plan for 88-unit apartment development at Shelard Park. 9e. It was moved by Councilman Martin, seconded by Councilman Meland, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 6199, entitled "A resolution amending Resolution No. 6031 adopted June 5, 1978, granting permit under Section 14-195(1)(3) of the Ordinance Code relating to zoning to permit a comm�rcial development unit and residential development unit for property located in the B-2, Business District, and R-B Residential Business District, in Shelard Park." . The motion passed 5-0-1 (Councilman Backes abstained). Planning Minutes of Planning Commission and Streets and Commission Highways Subcommittee meetings held December 20, 1978. There being no discussion, the Mayor ordered the minutes to be received for filing. 9f. Parking Lo t Councilman Martin, report. Proposed parkin� lot; Wooddale Avenue at Excelsior Boulevard. It was moved by Councilman Hanks, seconded by to authorize preparation of prc�liminary engineering The motion passed 6-0. _�_ �" . . . . . , . . . Cit Council minutes, Januaxy 2, 1979 y gg . Par_ k� Recx'eation Commiss�.on Minutes of P�rk and Re�rDe�cemberd13S�1978. ��mtnission meeting hel Tt�eze being minutes to be received �or. filing. 9h. Tzaffic Stud�� 196; Resolution No. 6205 no discussion, Traffic Study No. Yosemi�e Avenue. the Mayor ordered the 196; Cambridge Street/ It was moved by Councilman Hanks, seconded by Councilman Meland, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 6205, entitled "Resolution authorizing pXacement of two-way stop signs at Yosemite Avenue and Cambridge Stree�," for review in six months. The motion passed 6-0. 9i. Housin Inspection Pro�ram Report on multi-family housing inspection program (requested December 4, 1978). It was moved by Counc ilman Meland, seconded by Councilman Hanks, to reconsider adoption of the consent agenda. The motion passed 6-0. It was moved by Councilman Hanks, seconded by Councilman Ma.rtin, to remove Item 9i from the consent agenda. The motion passed 6-0. In response to Councilman Martin, the City Manager explained fees.for condominiums are established by ordinance, and that areas within condominiums are inspected in conjunction with units. 9j. Excelsior Boulevard inspection the common the individual Hennepin County plans for Excelsior Boulevard improvement: Methodist Hospital to west City limits. It was moved by Councilman Meland, seconded by Councilman Backes, to defer pro�ect review to Capital Improvement Program discussion at 9 a.m., January 13, 1979. The motion passed 6-0. 9k. Housing Authorit mi�nutes to be received for riinutes of Housing and Redevelopment Authority meeting held December 12, 1978. There being no discussion, the Mayor ordered the filing. -8- � 10a. Appointments City Council minutes, January 2, 1979 UNFINISHED BUSINESS Appointments commis s ions . to City advisory boards and The City Council designated the following representatives and alternates respectively to serve on boards/commissions� committees for 1979: Planning Commission, Ralles/Martin; Park and Recreation Commission, Backes/Hanks; Board of Zoning Appeals, Meland/Hanks; Construction Codes, Stern/Martin; Community Relations, Elstrom/Meland; Human Rights, Martin/Elstrom; Southwest Cable, Hanks; Bassett Creek, Public Works Director/City Enginec�r; Community Education, Meland/Backes; Minnehaha Creek, City Manager designee; Hennepin Human Services, Meland; AMM, Stern. . It was moved by Councilman Backes, Mayor Stern relinquished the chair and seconded the motion, to nominate Councilman Hanks as President Pro Tem for 1979. . The motion passed 5-0-1 (Councilman Hanks abstained). Councilman Backes nominated James Gainsley and David Miller to unexpired terms on the Board of Zoning Appeals. The nomination passed 6-0. Councilman Hanks requested interviews for the Park and Recreation Commission vacancy to be scheduled prior to the January 15, 1979, Council meeting. It was moved by Councilman Meland, seconded by Councilman �ianks, to refer the staff report and the resolution establishing the Westwood Hills Advisory Committee.to the Park and Recreation Commission for advice regarding whether continuance of the subcommittee remains necessary. The motion passed 6-0. lOb. Trail Committee Reactivation of trail committee. It was moved by Councilman Hanks, seconded by Counci�man Meland, to reactivate the City's trail study committee consisting of those former members expressing a desire to serve, combined with the Community Relations Commission sidewalk subcommittee. � The motion passed 6-0. lOc. Traffic Study 195 Traffic Study No. 195; Texas Avenue at West 36 StreeC (requested by Mayor Stern). It was moved by Councilman Ralles, seconded by Councilman Martin, to waive reading and adopt a resolution authorizing removal of no-right=turn-on-red signs at the intersection of West 36 Street with Texas Avenue. -9- City Council minutes, January Z, 1979 Councilman �ieland stated it would be suggested the people who feel they ar neighborhood; considerable pedestrian bus stops. It was moved by Councilman Meland, the matter. mistake to remvve the signs. He inconvenienced do not live in the traffic exists after dark due to the seconded by Councilman Backes, to table The motion failed 3-3 (Councilmen Ralles, Martin and Mayor Stern opposed). Mayor Stern urged the Council to accept staff's recommendation and remove the signs. Cauncilman Ralles said he receives four and f ive complaintsfrequests sign removal each day. He added that sign removal would ease traffic which, at times, results in conjestion from West 36 Street to West 37 It was moved by Councilman Hanks, seconded by Councilman Meland, tv the item to February 5, 1979, at which time a€ull Council would be The motion to defer was withdrawn. for Street. def er present. The main motion failed 3-3 (Councilmen Meland, Backes and Hanks opposed). lOd. Park Tavern Acquisition of Park Tavern. In response to Councilman Meland, the Planning Director explained the tavern is located in the B-1 District which does not permit the sale of intoxicaCing liquor. The future location of the business at Oak Park Village, is a PUD District, and an intoxicating liquor license has been approved by the Council. Councilman Martin said he favored designating a covenant, as requested by It was moved by Councilman Meland, seconded by Councilman Ralles, to authorize preparation of a purchase agreement for the Park Tavern, 7201 Minnetonka Boulevard, with the following conditions: a) Execution of thc agreement is conditioned upon clearance for development on Block 6, Oak Park Village; b) The purchase agreement shall not be executed until Weber has entered an agreement with the Housing Authority for the purcha5e of Block 6; and with the option of a restrictive covenant, as requested by Weber, for Council decision at time of adoption. The motion passed 6-0. 10e. South Oak Hill Street Project Mr. iJeber,{ South Oak Hill construction project; request fo�r time exter�sion. C. S. HcCrossan, distributeda�aterialsjaus' Box AD, Osseo, representing extension req�uest. He said the fire� has also�suf fere ca��se of che cin�e the project. He added ihe State of Minnesota has accepted th�the delav of for the eement shor[a�e arid sugg�sted time extensions or su e�lanacion working days as a solution, bttaccion of -10- City Council minutes, January 2, 1979 After discussion, it was moved by Councilman Meland, seconded by Councilman Hanks, ta defer the request to the f irst meeting in July or upon project completion. Councilman Backes requested documentation of actual work days lost caused by the shortage. The motion passed 6-0. lla. Salaries; Resolution No. 6200 NEW BUSINESS 1979 salary.adjustments; office, maintenance and technical employees (M. & C. No. 73-69). It was moved by Councilman Meland, seconded by Councilman Hanks, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 6200, entitled "A resolution revising the position classification plan and amending Resolution No. 5511 effective January 1, 1979." The motion passed 6-0. llb. CIP Capital Improvement Program 1979-83. It was moved by Councilman Hanks, seconded by Councilman Ralles, to schedul.e study.session on the P.rogram, including Excelsior Boulevard improvements, for 9 a.m., January 13, 1979. The motion passed 5-0-1 (Mayor Stern abstained). llc. MnDOT Agreement; Resolution No. 6204 MnDOT technical agreement 1979. It was moved by Councilman Martin, seconded by Councilman Ra11es, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 6204, entitled "Resolution authorizing technical services and its agreement with the Minnesota DeparCment of Transportation," and authorize execution of agreement. The motion passed 5-0. lld. Bond Reduction; Resolution No. 6201 Zarthaii Park bond reduction. It was moved by Councilman Martin, seconded by Councilman Ralles, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No.,6201, entitled "Reso�ution accepting partial completion of work and authorizing a reduced cash bond for remainder Zarthan Park." The motion passed 5-0. lle. Nursin Services Agreement for public health nursing service (M. & C. No. 79-01). It was moved by Councilman Meland, seconded by Councilman Backes, to authorize Mayor and City Mana�er to execute contract. The motion passed 6-0. . -11- ►-- ...t _ : - � City Council minutes, January 2, 1979 llf. Cr�minal Justice Council; gesolution No. 6202 Bylaws amendment; Hennepin County Crimfnal Justice Coordinating Covncil. Zt was moved by Councilman Hanks, Councilman Backes, to waive reading;and aionalRbslawsiof the "Resolution approving amendment to operat Y Criminal JusCice Coordinating Council." The motion passed 6-0. llg. Bid Tabulation 12a. Tabulation of bids 920-3000. seconded by 6202, entitled Hennepin County for quarterly newsletter, It was moved by Councilman Martin, seconded by Councilman Ralles, to designate Colormaster Press, Inc., lowest responsible bidder and authorize the Mayor and City Manager to execute a contract in the amount of $7,904. Mayor Stern suggested d�e to the increase in costs, the Council may wish to consider contracting for one issue rather than three. Councilman Meland explained strikes have occurred which have caused price increases, etc. He would not recommend in-house printing and assembling. The motion passed S-0. Damage Claims MISCELLANEOUS Damage claims 1) Dennis McFarland, Star Route, Lakawaxen, pa. 2) Mrs. C. H.'Dubois, 3354 Utah Avenue. It was moved by Councilman Martin, seconded claims with the City Clerk for proper action Attorney. The motion passed 5-0. 12b. Communicatians from Mayor I2c . Cominunications from City Manager CLAIMS None. None. by Councilman Ralles, to file by City Manager and City APPROPRIATIONS AND CONTRACT PAYr+ttFNTc 13a. Verified Upon motion by Councilman Meland, seconded by Claims Councilman Ralles, the list of veri£ied claims prepa�red by the Director of Finance and directed to the City Council, daCed January 2, 1979, in the total amounts of $173,802.19 for vendors and $7,838.61 for a roll, were approved, and the City Manager, City Clerk and City Treastirer were authorized to issue checks in the same amounts by a vote of 6-0. -lz- City Council minutes, January 2, 1979 13b. Contract Pa ments; Resolution No. 6203 work on lif t Contract payments. It was moved by Councilman Meland, seconded by Councilman Ralles, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 6203, entitled��"Resolution accepting station remodeling, Improvement No. 78-24, and authorizing payment on the following: 1) Final payment, lift station remodeling, Project 78-24, Orvdahl Construction Company. Amount: $37,800. The motion passed 6-0. IC was moved by Councilman Meland, seconded by Councilman Hanks, to approve and authorize the following conrract payments: 2) Partial payment, valve Tower 4, Project 78-25, Lee Richert Plumbing, Inc. Amount: $12,010.50. 3} Partial payment, paving, curb and gutter, Projects 78-02, 76-34, 78-06, 76-08, 78-21, 78-36, 78-34, 78-40, Bury and Carlson, Inc. Amount: $7,990.67. The motion passed 6-0. 14. Adjournment Attest: � Recording � Secretary Upon motion by Councilman Meland, seconded by Councilman Martin, the meeting was ad�ourned at midnigh�. Irvi Mayo �� MJ Stern -I3-