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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1993/04/26 - ADMIN - Minutes - City Council - Study Session 4b MINUTES EDA/CITY COUNCIL STUDY SESSION ST. LOUIS PARK, MINNESOTA April 26, 1993 1. Call to order Mayor Lyle Hanks called the meeting to order at 6 :25 p.m. 2 . Roll call Present were Lyle Hanks, Allen Friedman, George Haun, Larry Mitchell, Gail Dorfman, Jeff Jacobs, Doug Franzen, Dave Hagen, Jim Grube, Charlie Meyer, Jim Steilen and Clint Pires. 3 . Update on Park Nicollet matters Jim Grube reviewed the report which described plans to move contamination from the old Wilkins site to approved facilities in Rosemount, Minnesota and Oregon, Ohio. Lower than expected costs for this work due to competition were noted. Jim Grube said staff would proceed as indicated unless the EDA felt differently. EDA consensus was to follow staff 's recommendation. Jim Grube also reported that negotiations with the owner of the desired water tower relocation site were progressing well with the per square foot costs appearing acceptable. Negotiations will continue. - 4 . Adopt A Block/Park The City Council consensus was to not publicize this program at this time. Council said the program was a good idea, yet felt it should further consider issues of whether parks should be adopted, identification of specific streets (segments) to be included and safety concerns (e.g. , vests) for those performing the work. This item is to be reviewed again at an upcoming study session. 5 . Property boundaries of parcels being conveyed to Park Nicollet and Frauenshuh Dave Hagen reviewed EDA options for use of the westerly portion of the parcels to be conveyed to Park Nicollet or Frauenshuh. He indicated that there may be some desire to look at use of this area for pedestrian ways or commercial activity. Doug Franzen indicated his pleasure at being at this stage of development and desires to continue with this project to keep up with the tight 111 schedule. At the end of the discussion, the consensus was to continue the project as scheduled and have the EDA attorney and 1 developers ' attorneys draft a letter of understanding stating that use of the subject area has not been finally determined and the EDA and developers will discuss its development prior to any activity on it. 6 . Nagel property: Westwood Hills Nature Center Following review of the developer's proposal by Dave Hagen, the Council directed that staff provide additional information on the City's legal responsibility for maintenance of the gravel road leading to the Nagel property and that no further action with respect to the development be taken at this time. 7. Bateson proposal Dave Hagen reported that the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District was unable to take action on a permit request from Mr. Bateson due to its late arrival and will not be able to do so until its May 27 meeting. Since the DNR must also act prior to Council acting, this item was not discussed further. 8 . Zoning amendments (solar rights) Following discussion of the issue of solar rights, the Council decided to not make any changes to the proposed zoning ordinance amendment that would eliminate any requirements for ensuring solar access to one and two-family residences . 9 . Disposition of tax-forfeit property (6900 W. Lake St. ) Following discussion of the three options presented, Council directed that staff prepare a resolution to approve the sale of the parcel at public auction. 10 . Community Development Block Grant program Council directed that pursuant to its April 19 meeting and further discussion, the City/ADA compliance program not be funded. In its place, funding requests for CIP/Private Rehabilitation, SCS/Outreach/Counseling, Resource, Inc./Equipment Purchase, JFCS/ACT and CASH/Homeline would be approved for funding. Staff was directed to prepare amendments for the required public hearing. In addition, staff was directed to contact the West Hennepin Human Services Planning Board regarding the possibility of an in-kind contribution from the City. 11. Joint meeting of Board and Commission members Monday, May 24 was set as the probable date for a joint meeting of board and commission members. The session will be held 7-9 p.m. in the Council chambers. It was agreed that the Mayor will make brief introductory remarks and the City Manager will describe the general roles of advisory boards and commissions including some Charter provisions; how the City Council deals 11/ with input from these boards and commissions; and Council options 2 for acting on recommendations made to it . A representative from each board and commission will then make a brief (5-7 minute) presentation on its activities. Staff was also directed to prepare and send to each current and new member an orientation packet . 12 . Potential land exchange with Minnetonka Council directed that in lieu of a land exchange, staff pursue the concept of Minnetonka annexing the subject parcels in exchange for either a one-time payment of a percentage of the City portion of the property taxes into perpetuity. 13 . Fire Department management study - Phase 1 Council directed that staff communicate with the consultant to verify May 10 for the initial meeting with Council and June 7 for the follow-up meeting with Council . Staff was also directed to have the consultant arrange for prior individual telephone interviews of Council members through Pat Smith. 14 . Other business a. Proposal from William Smith - The Council indicated that it was not interested in pursuing acquisition of the parcel in the northeast quadrant of Virginia Ave. So./W. 28th St. until the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency has indicated that the environmental contamination present has been removed. b. Ward boundaries - Staff provided Council with timeframe information for changing ward boundaries . Council said this item may be added to the May 3 agenda if it is ready. c. Operation Rescue - Council indicated its support for maintaining the public safety in any incident that may occur in conjunction with Operation Rescue in St . Louis Park this summer. Council requested further information on preparations being made. d. Taco John's sign - Staff was directed to check sign requirements and needs in conjunction with the Taco John's restaurant at Knollwood Mall . There apparently is not sufficient available room for the proposed sign. e. Zoning ordinance - The Council directed staff to identify a date for additional review of the zoning ordinance and propose a format for same. The meeting adjourned at 8 : 17 p.m. / 411/AAM Clint Pires Recording Secretary 3