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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1999/07/26 - ADMIN - Minutes - City Council - Study Session ((ICITY OF ST. LOUIS OFFICIAL MINUTES PARK CITY COUNCIL STUDY SESSION July 26, 1999 The meeting convened at 7 15 p m Present at the meeting were Councilmembers Susan Santa, Susan Sanger, Robert Young, Chris Nelson, Ron Latz, Jim Brimeyer and Mayor Jeff Jacobs Staff present City Manager (Mr Meyer), Director of Community Development (Mr Harmening), Planning Coordinator(Ms Erickson), Director of Inspections (Mr Hoffman), Economic Development Coordinator(Mr Anderson), Utilities Superintendent (Mr Anderson), Director of Public Works (Mr Rardin) and City Clerk (Ms Larsen) 1. Financial Audit Presentation Rob Tautges and Jeff Wilson of Tautges Redpath gave a presentation of the City's recent financial audit The presentation covered financial highlights from 1998 as well as other financial and statistical information and analyses as presented in the 1998 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report 2. Zoning Ordinance Amendments Staff asked Council to provide policy direction concerning zoning controls/standards for accessory structures in residential districts and provided updates to Council regarding other Zoning Ordinance amendments which have been initiated by the Planning Commission Mr Harmening stated that the real issue is building height and that language in the amendments simplifies where measurements begin He added that the Zoning Ordinance will be easily defined for both the applicant and inspectors Mr Harmening then asked Council to determine the height of the buildings, in particular if they would want two story garages Councilmember Bnmeyer stated that with the new ordinance for recreational vehicles homeowners should have an option to where they can put them The question was raised on the number of structures that could be on a property Ms Enckson stated that there is not currently a reference to the number of accessory buildings allowed in the ordinance Council then discussed the matter of holding public hearings on the matter 3. MSP/Mill City Site Mr Harmening gave a brief introduction of the item, discussing the traffic and roadway configuration concerns that Council had discussed in a prior study session Mr Rardin stated that a left turn movement at Highway 7 and Louisiana Ave would create traffic congestion in all four directions Staff suggested installing a signal at Walker Ave and Lake St at Louisiana Ave This would improve the operational characteristics Study Session Minutes -2- July 26, 1999 4. Park Commons Letter of Intent Mr Harmening highlighted the major points of the letter of intent, indicating the commitment and expectations of each party Council discussed the possibility of changes in the language of the letter They questioned the requirement of twenty-four minimum for-sale townhomes Councilmember Young stated that he understood the market concept of luxury rental property Councilmember Sanger wondered whether it was feasible for construction to be completed before 2003 5. Water System Emergency Power Needs Mr Rardin asked for Council direction The Council discussed the needs of the fire department and the installation of sprinkler systems in newer buildings Councilmember Sanger asked how often in the past five years have the generators been needed Mr Rardin replied that they are needed whenever the pumps are out of service Councilmember Latz felt reluctant to add more charges to the water rates Councilmember Sanger suggested that a policy be set allowing Council to direct staff what is an acceptable level of risk and staff to determine what options are most cost effective Councilmember Santa stated that she believed staff has demonstrated good judgement in the past and felt confident relying on that judgement in the future 6. Lawful Gambling Councilmember Young was concerned about the trade area restrictions and the coverage of expenses Council discussed the trade area restrictions and suggested that one hundred percent of the revenue be spent within it They also discussed audit procedures for organizations and the recipients of the gambling proceeds as licenses are renewed Councilmember Nelson was opposed to the trade area restrictions and the continuation of charitable gambling authority Council was in support of the proposed fees and taxes Council directed staff to submit a draft ordinance at the next study session 7. Council Salaries Mr Meyer informed Council that the City Charter specifically calls for a public hearing in this matter Councilmember Nelson suggested that the item be put on the agenda He also felt that an increase should be made for Economic Development Authority commissioners He suggested that EDA commissioners receive $3,600 per year and the president should receive $4,600 Councilmember Sanger agreed with Councilmember Nelson Study Session Minutes -3- July 26, 1999 8. Budget Update Council discussed the individual expenditure by department and the restrictions of levy limits Mr Latz suggested that perhaps prices could be raised at the Rec Center to cover the on-going capital costs Council agreed that staff should prepare recommendations to be heard in August 9. Communications Council briefly discussed budgetary impacts and justification of Council and EDA salary increases 10. Adjournment The meeting adjourned at 8 40 p m ill