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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1980/03/03 - ADMIN - Minutes - City Council - Regular, PtINUTES CITY COUNCIL MEETING ST. LOUIS PARK, MINNESOTA t�tarch 3, 19a0 1. Call to Order A regular meetin� of th� City Council was . called to order by Mayor Phyllis McQuaid at 7:37 p.m. 2. Presentations None. 3. Roll Call The fvllowing Councilmen were present at roll call: Ronald Backes Keith t4eland Martha Elstrom John Ralles Lyle Hanks Phyllis rlcQuaid Also present were the City Manager, City Attorney, Director of Planning and Director of Public Works. 4. Approval None. of Minutes 5. Approval It was moved by Councilman Meland, seconded by of Agenda Co�lncilman Ralles, to approve the consent agenda for iiarch 3, 1980, wfth removal of Item lld (later during the meeting). The motion passed 6-0. It was moved by Councilman Ralles, seconded by Councilman Hanks, to approve the agenda for �farch 3, 19E0, with the rollowing addition: Item 13b6, Partial Payment, ABJ Enterprises. The motion passed 6-0. PUBLIC HEARINGS 6a. Community Development; 1978 Community Development Block Grant fund Resolution No. 6510 reprofiramming (continued from 2/25/80). There heinR no one present wishing to speak, the Mayor declared the hearing closed. It was r�oved by Councilmr�ii Hanks, secondeci by Councilman Meland, to waive reading and adopt Resol�ition No. 6510, entitled "Resolution re- programmin� certain 1.978 community development f.unds nnd authorizing certain activities as alternatives eliFible far funding." The motion passed 6-0. -68- City Council minutes, March 3, 1980 PETITIONS, REQUESTS AND COrAiUNICATIONS 7a. Bingo A Notice of Intent to Conduct Bingo, Senior Program, at the Lenox Community Center was ordered filed by consent. RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES 8a. Shelard Park; Second reading of ordinance changing zoning at Ordinance No. 1460 Shelard Park. It was moved by Councilman Ralles, seconded by Councilman Elstrom, to waive second reading and adopt Ordinance No. 1460, entitled "An ordinance amending the 5t. Louis Park Ordinance Code, changing boundaries of zoning districts," part of Lot 1, entire Lot 2, Block 4, from R-B to B-2 District. The motion passed 5-0-1 (Councilman Backes abstained). The City Manager inquired if the Council wished to address a Planned Unit Development Zoning District study for Shelard Park. Councilman Hanks stated would be appropriate for the owner to petition for the zoning change to PUD prior to initiating a staff study. It was moved by Councilman Hanks, seconded by Councilman Meland, to authorize staff to explain PUD zoning to the property owner in the event the property owner wished to pursue the option. The motion passed 5-0-1 (Councilman Backes abstained). 8b. Subdivision Ordinance; Second reading of Ordinance Code amendment Ordinance No. 1461 related to phased development of subdivisions, Sections 14-303 and 14-309. It was moved by Councilman Elstrom, seconded by Councilman Hanks, to waive second reading and adopt Ordinance No. 1461, entitled "An ordinance related to subdivisions, amending the St. Louis Park Ordinance Code." The motion passed 6-0. REPORTS OF OFFICERS, BOARDS AND CO�QIITTEES 9a. Shelard Park Shelard Development Companies, Inc., application Overall Plan for special permit to amend Overall Plan for Shelard Park: Lot 1, Block 7 and Block 8. It was moved by Councilman Meland, seconded by Councilman Elstrom, to defer the item to !larch 24, 1980, at request of rhe applicant. The motion passed 6-0. -69- �� .�-- City Council minutee, ltarch 3, 19�� Nent 3h Sttpot/Hi�}way 1'Cl�= P'�blic aeeting 9b. �liRhwr�y 10�/ r rt ovner �rou s Weet 36 Street Rched�ile fncludinR s�� iA�cban desi p afEected by the proP°� � �• The Council accepted the echedule rer_os�ended by staff, b� consent. 9c. Minnehaha Creek; Hinnehaha Creek uaters'�ed Ditstrict request to Resolution No. 6511 construct publi� facilitiea at Nianehaha Creek. IC vas innved hy �.oimcilaan lSeZand, secvnded bq Councilman Backes, to vaive teading �nd a�lnpt Res�lution '�o. 6511, eatitled "Resolution granting permit under Sectfons 14-I23 and 14-123.1ry0 of the St. I.ouie Park Ordinssnce Code related to uming to per�it [ne construction of public facillties in the P-1 and F-2 Ylood Plain Distri�ts on Minnehaha Creek." Councilman Elatrom er.pteased concern that carsoeista and et�ers �sing the Creekside Apartment's and Pirst uegtern Aank Iandings vould �croach on already crowded parking condition� in the area. Councilman Meland explained the posaibility bad been �'iscusse� in the past, and it had been the conAensus that the ho�srs the areas are used for recreational purpoees would not be the ti�ea vhEn the par�ing lots �ere heavily ueed. The motion paeeed b-0. 9d. Justice System Act; City participatfon in .Juatice S�rstes I�rove�ent Resolution No. 6512 Act of 1979. It vas aroved by Coaneil�an !Selan�, seconded by Councilman Elstrom, to aaive reading and ado�t Resolution `:o. 6512, entitled "A resolution declaring the Citr's fnter�t to par�fcipate in the Juetice System Improvement Act of 1979 as a wesber o.' the Hennepin County Criminal JuBtice Coordinating �ouncil." The motion paesed 6-0. UNYINISHED SCSINESS i0a. Appointmente Appoin[ments to b�ards and ca�sissioas. Counc. i laian Ra11 ea re�uestesi that intervievs be scheduled for the Community Relations Co�rd ssion vacaacies prior to the April 7, 1980, Council meeting. Councilman Meland stated he vould attc�ept to recruit additional candidates from neighborhooda vithin hie area of the City for intervievs at that time. -7�- City Council minutes, March 3, 1980 lOb. Lenox Parking; Resolution No. 6513 One-hour parking aC Hampshire and Georgia Avenues between Minnetonka Boulevard and West 31 Street (deferred from February 25, 1980). It was moved by Councilman Hanks, seconded by Councilman Elstrom, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 6513, entitled "Amendment to Resolution No. 6504 authorizing placement of traffic control signs along Georgia and Hampshire Avenues." Roy Sarvela, 3016 liampshire Avenue, and Gary McGuire, 3020 Hampshire Avenue, favored the resolution which designated one-hour parking on the west side of Hampshire and east side of Georgia Avenues from the alley south of Minnetonka Boulevard extending to the fence at the south boundary of the Lenox Comraunity Center parking lot. May McGuire requested that Hampshire Avenue residents be given parking permits which would prevent them from being issued citations when parked longer than one hour. She stated she had been told her request was not legal, but she hoped something could be done. She expressed concern that bingo games at the Center would increase parking on the streets; she also said police cars were never visible in the neighborhood. Councilman Hanks explained that all persons are allowed to park where they wish on a public street; therefore, restrictions must apply alike to all. Mayor McQuaid believed the solution to the problem would be to convince visitors to the Center to park in the lot. A1ice Marshall, 3032 Hampshire Avenue, asked if a no-parking area could be designated for one car length south of the Lenox driveway on Hampshire Avenue. Councilman Backes suggested it could be a traffic hazard to park directly south of the drive in any case. It was moved by Councilman Hanks, seconded by Councilman E1sCrom, to amend the resolution by adding a no-parking area the length of one car south of the east Lenox driveway on Hampshire Avenue. The motion to amend passed 6-0. The main motion passed 6-0. lOc. Ethics Proposed code of ethics. It was moved by Councilman Hanks, seconded by Councilman Backes to set first reading of Ordinance Code amendment related Co ethics for March 24, 1980. Councilman Hanks requested that the Charter Commission be informed of the Council's action. The motion passed 6-0. -71- �,,,,,. lOd. Housing Authority City Council minutes, March 3, 1980 Housing and Redevelop� ferredhfromy study (M, b C. No. �0-10); February 4, 1980. Council�an Meland stated that upon reviewing the staff report, it would appear that the best interest of the City would be served by continuing the present t'.ousing Authority with its present structure and that the current vacancy be filled. He added that if an additfonal vacancy occurs, the Council could consider appointing one of its members to serve as a commissioner. It was r�oved by Councilman Hanks, seconded by the C�uncil favors continuing the five-member encourages the Mayor to make an appointment to vacancy. The motion passed 6-0. Councilman Ralles, that Housin� Authority and fill the existing Mayor ricQuaid asked the Council to urge interested citizens to apply; she said a recommendation would be presented to the Council on March 24, 1980 . 10e. Cable TV Televised Council meetings. It was moved by Councilman Meland, seconded by CounciLnan Backes, to authori�e tlorthern Cablevision, Inc., to tape the Council meetings of March 24 and April 7, 1480, for the purpose of assessing the sound and light levels in the Council chambers; live broad- casts shall begin the following meeting; execuCion of a memorandum of understanding shall be authorized. The motion passed 6-0. It was moved by Councilman Meland, seconded by Councilman Backes, that following the first two tapings, all broadcasts shall be live and no tapes shall be retained. Councilman Hanks opposed the motion; he said until the channels become full, the tapes should be shown during the day for persons working nights. Councilman Pteland said the intent of the motion was to not involve the City in the business of storing tapes and also to relieve any future administrative burden related to access, monitoring and equipment. Councilman Backes asked if the Council would approve tape retention by Northern Cablevision, Inc. It was moved by Councilman lianks, seconded by Councilman Meland, to defer the preceding motion until the quality of the tapes had been determined. -72- � City Council minutes, March 3, 1980 Steve Kelly, rlorthern Cablevision, Inc., stated the meetinRs could be broadcast live and the tapes rebroadcast; however, lie explained it would not be the intent of the firm to retain tapes, but to reuae the tapes from the previous meeting at the meeting which followed (usually two weeks). He also explained a firm commitment had not been received for live broadcasting equipment but was expected withfn several months. The motion to defer passed 6-0. lOf. 5idewalk; Excelsior Boulevard sidewalk right of way - Resolution No. 6514 Christy property (M. 6 C. P7o. 80-15). It was moved by Councilnan �!anks, seconded by Councilman Ralles, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 6514, entitled "Resolution authorizing purchase of property for street right of way." The motion passed 4-2 (Councilmen Backes and Elstrom opposed). Councilman I�anks agreed with the negative votes as they related to the property's cost; however, he expressed concern for the safety of pedestrians on Excelsior Boulevard. lOg. Golden Valley Signs; Golden Valley signs. Resolution No. 6515 It was moved by Counci�.man Elstrom, seconded by Councilman Meland, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 6515, entitled "Resolution authorizing placement of traffic control signs at Cedar Lake Road and Natchez Avenue." Councilman Elstrom asked if Golden Valley would remove its signs immediately. The City Manager said the process would be coordinated with the Golden Valley City Manager. The motion passed 6-0. lOh. Street Lighting; Cedar Lake Road street lighting, Project 80-11, Project 80-11 ordered February 25, 1930. Because a neighborhood meeting had not been held to explain the project, it was moved by Councilman Elstrom, seconded by Councilman Backes „ to rescind the action of February 25, 1980; to authorize a neighborhood meeting; to reset a public hearing on the project for April 7, 1930. I�otices of the neighborhood meeting shall be sent to the same persons notified of the February 25 public hearing. The motion passed 6-0. -73- � �� City Council minutes, March 3, 1980 NEW BUSINESS lla. Cambridge/Texas Report on Resolution No. 6346 requesting MnDOT Speed Limit review of speed limit between Cambridge Street and Texas Avenue to West Lake Street. By consent, the Council ordered the report containing MnDOT's findings that the existing 30 mile-per-hour speed limit be retained received for filing. llb. 1980 Bfd rabulation - 1980 street materials. Street Materials By consent, the Council designated the lowest responsible bidders and authorized er.ecution of contracts as follows: Gravel Class IV, W.G. Pearson, Inc., at $3.50/ton; Sand, W.G. Pearson, Inc., at $3.25/ton; Crushed limestone Class II, Bryan Rock Products at $4.50/ton. llc. Mobile City Hall Mobile City Hall (M. & C. No. 80-16). Councilman Ralles asked the salary to be paid the proposed community relations aide. The City Manager explained if the Council approved the concept, a job description, etc., would be developed for Council approval. It was moved by Councilman Meland, seconded by Councilman Backes, to approve community relations aide position reactivation, subject to job description approval; to also retain and expand the uses of the mobile city hall; during the 1951 budget process, a progress report on the community relations program shall be presented to the City Council. Councilman Elstrom commented upon the high cost to insure the vehicle. Councilman Hanks said insurance costs are high due to the vehicle's use and are not based upon mileage, The motion passed 6-0. lld. Rama's AddiCion Rama's Addition - reduction in cash bond. The City Manager recommended that the Council defer the item to March 24, 1980. It was moved by Councilman Elstrom, seconded by Councilman Backes, to rescind the action approving the consent agenda; to remove the item from the consent agenda and defer consideration to '�farch 24, 1980. The motion passed 6-0. lle. Deep Well t�o 12; Change order: Layne Minnesota Well Company, for Change Order repair of Deep Well No. 12, Project No. 80-21• It was moved by Councilman Backes, seconded by Councilman Meland, to approve Change Order No. 2, Contract No. 1770� in the amount of $13,974 for a total contr�ct to date of $33,034. The motion passed 6-0. _74_ J� City Council minutes, March 3, 1980 MISCELLAN�OUS 12a. Damage By consent, the Council ordered the following Claims claim filed with the City Clerk for proper action by the City Manager and City ACtorney: Richard Hanson, 3112 Nevada Avenue. 12b. Communications None. from City Mana�er CLAIMS, APPROPRIATIONS AND CONTRACT PAYMENTS 13a. Verified On motion of Councilman Hanks, seconded by Claims Councilman Backes, the list of verified claims prepared by the Director of Finance and directed to the City Council dated March 3, 1980, in the total amount of $182,459.57 for vendors, was approved and the City Manager, City Clerk and City Treasurer were authorized to issue checks in the same amount by a vote of 6-0. 13b. Contract It was moved by Councilman Elstrom, seconded by PaymenCs Councilman Meland, to approve and authorize the following partial payments: 1) Partial payment, City Hall garage, Project 78-20, Sun Mechanical � Electrical Company. Amount: $5,116.50. 2) Partial payment, Westwood Hills Environmental Education Center, Project 79-57, Bud Johnson Construction Company. Amount: $9,684. 3) Partial payment, Control Panel Modification, Project 78-43, Lee Richert Plumbing & Heating. Amount: $13,352.85. 4) Partial payment, City Hall garage, Project 78-2p, George F. Cook Construction Company. Amount: $630.50. 5) Partial payment, Westwood Hills Environmental Education Center, Project 79-57, Bud Johnson Construction Company. Amount: $31,888. b) Partial payment, Lenox Community Center, Project 78-52, ABJ Enterprises, Inc. Amount: $39,685.80. The motion passed 6-0. 14. Adjournment On motion of Councilman Ralles, seconded by Councilman Hanks, the meeting was adjourned at 8:, p.m. by a vote of 6-0. i��%e Phyl s McQuaid Attejst: ^ Mayor Beverly Fla gan � Recording Secretary -75-