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Home My WebLink About2007/06/04 - ADMIN - Minutes - City Council - Regular IICTY OFFICIAL MINUTES STILOffs . RK CITY COUNCIL MEETING 111 ST. LOUIS PARK, MINNESOTA JUNE 4,2007 1. Call to Order Mayor Jacobs called the meeting to order at 7:32 p.m. Councilmembers present: Mayor Jeff Jacobs, John Basill, Phil Finkelstein, Paul Omodt, Susan Sanger and Loran Paprocki. Councilmembers absent: C. Paul Carver Staff present: City Manager (Mr. Harmening), City Attorney (Mr. Scott), Finance Director (Mr. DeJong), Development Director (Mr. Locke), Housing Programs Coordinator (Ms. Larsen), Communications Director (Mr. Zwilling), Inspections Director (Mr. Hoffinan) and Recording Secretary(Ms. Schmidt). 2. Presentations 2a. Congressman Keith Ellison Presentation Congressman Ellison updated Council on what was happening in the legislature and extended the use of his Congressional office whenever in D.C. Mr. Harmening stated staff would like to continue conversation about transportation funding for improvements in the community, stating the Transportation Authonzation Bill would have be a great impact. 2b. Nordic Ware Historic Bundt Pan Proclamation Mayor Jacobs read the proclamation for Nordic Ware for its bundt pan mductment in the American History Museum of the Smithsonian Institute in Washington D.C. He stated that in its 55 years in service, it has been one of St. Louis Park's oldest and most successful businesses. 3. Approval of Minutes 3a. Study Session Minutes of May 14, 2007 It was noted on page two, the ninth paragraph, it should state: "Councilmember Paprocki stated he was opposed to the use of funds from land sales to develop commercial property." It was noted on page five, the fifth paragraph, second sentence, that Councilmember Basill did not state or suggest that waste containers be provided at bus shelters and that the tape be reviewed. Council Meeting Minutes -2- June 4, 2007 It was noted on page five, the sixth paragraph, first sentence, it should state: "Councilmember Sanger suggested a smaller container." It was noted on page five, the ninth paragraph, second sentence, it should state: "Councilmember Sanger stated that higher trash fees for larger volume users would be an incentive to recycle more." It was noted on page five, the ninth paragraph, last sentence, it should state. "Councilmember Sanger suggested that PAYT fees are used." It was noted on page five, the last paragraph, it should state: "... biodegradable doggy waste bags in the parks." The minutes were approved as amended. 3b. City Council Minutes of May 21,2007 It was noted on page four, the fourth paragraph, second sentence, it should state: "...living around the lake rather than those potentially having to cross the tracks." It was noted on page four, the last paragraph, it should state: "...reminded Council that he typically opposes subdivisions, but the previous owner had visions of putting in ten plus townhomes, stating it would be a way to ensure it wouldn't be further subdivided." The minutes were approved as amended. 4. Approval of Agenda and Items on Consent Calendar NOTE: The Consent Calendar lists those items of business which are considered to be routine and/or which need no discussion. Consent items are acted upon by one motion. If discussion is desired by either a Councilmember or a member of the audience, that item may be moved to an appropriate section of the regular agenda for discussion. 4a. Motion to approve revised Board of Zoning Appeals Bylaws. 4b. Motion to approve Resolution No. 07-066 recognizing Nordic Ware Bundt Pan. 4c. Motion to approve a Temporary On-Sale Intoxicating Liquor License for St. Louis Park Fnends of the Arts, 6715 Minnetonka Blvd. 4d. Motion to approve premises amendment to On-sale and Sunday intoxicating liquor license for TGI Friday's of MN, Inc., d b.a. TGI Fnday's, 5875 Wayzata Blvd. 4e. Motion to approve Resolution No. 07-065 for Park Tavern Lounge & Lanes to provide alcohol for the Parktacular Street Dance to be held on June 15, 2007. 4f. Motion to approve a 90-day extension for the Conditional Use Permit and Vanances for the Cedar Pointe Redevelopment at 5330 Cedar Lake Road. 4g. Motion to approve Amendment No. 2 to City Agreement No. 4069, between the City and T-Mobile Central LLC (T-Mobile) for Space on the Water Tower at 5100 Park Glen Road for Communications Antenna. Council Meeting Minutes -3- June 4, 2007 4h. Motion to approve Resolution No. 07-067 establishing a special assessment for the repair of the sewer service line at 2943 Zarthan Avenue South, St. Louis Park, MN. 4i. Motion to accept for filing Vendor Claims. Mr. Harmemng asked Council if Item 8a should be removed from the agenda due to difference in property valuation between the City and County. He stated the options would be remove it from the agenda, leave it on and continue discussion or act on it now. Council had discussion on the forfeited parcel. It was moved by Councilmember Basill, seconded by Councilmember Paprocki, to approve Agenda and items listed on the Consent Calendar, with Item 8a remaining on the Agenda The motion passed 4-2 (Councilmember Finkelstein and Councilmember Sanger Opposed) 5. Boards and Commissions-None 6. Public Hearings -None 7. Requests, Petitions, and Communications from the Public—None 8. Resolutions, Ordinances, Motions and Discussion Items 8a. Motion to approve Resolution to Reconvey and Purchase a Portion of a Tax Forfeit Parcel at 2600 Natchez relating to the Vacant Land Sale Process. Resolution No. 07-068 Ms. Larsen presented the staff report. Council had further discussion on the forfeited parcel. It was moved by Councilmember Basill, seconded by Councilmember Paprocki, to adopt Resolution No. 07-068 directing reconveyance and purchase from the State of Minnesota of certain tax forfeit land at 2600 Natchez Avenue South Councilmember Sanger stated her opposition was primarily for environmental reasons, since it's adjacent to a protected wetland, there are concerns with the use of pesticides. Councilmember Finkelstein agreed with Councilmember Sanger's opposition, stating it's a nature setting and it would be hard to replace. The motion passed 4-2 (Councilmember Finkelstein and Councilmember Sanger Opposed). Council Meeting Minutes -4- June 4, 2007 8b. First Reading of Ordinance amending City Code Section 8-257, Classification of Food and Beverage Establishments and Food vending Machines. Mr. Hoffman presented the staff report. Councilmember Finkelstein asked if the word "seasonal"needed to be more defined. Mr. Hoffman stated it's dependent on the length of operation within one-year period. Councilmember Basill asked if a seasonal license expires. Mr. Hoffman stated it will have begin and end dates, allowing a maximum 12 month issuance. Councilmember Sanger asked if they would have to renew each season. Mr. Hoffman it would be each year. Councilmember Omodt asked if it would be a fee schedule item with annual and bi- annual reviews. Mr. Hoffman stated staff would reevaluate it on a yearly basis. It was moved by Councilmember Omodt, seconded by Councilmember Sanger, to approve First Reading of Ordinance amending City Code Section 8-257, Classification of Food and Beverage Establishments and Food Vending Machines, and to set second reading for June 18, 2007. The motion passed 6-0 8c. Refmancing of 2003B Private Activity Revenue Bond — Park Nicollet Health Services. Resolution No. 07-069 Mr. DeJong presented the staff report. Mr. Cook, Chief Financial Officer, Park Nicollet Health Services, presented bond information regarding the bond insurance. Councilmember Sanger asked if it would be cost neutral for the City. Mr. DeJong stated correct. Councilmember Finkelstein asked if the City would be adding more liability or cost the taxpayers anything. Mr. DeJong stated Park Nicollet would be the obligated party. Mayor Jacobs reminded Council this was a revenue bond and not a full obligation bond. It was moved by Councilmember Basill, seconded by Councilmember Omodt, to adopt Resolution No. 07-069, relating to the issuance of revenue refunding bonds for the benefit of Park Nicollet Health Services as drafted by Kennedy & Graven. The motion passed 6-0 Council Meeting Minutes -5- June 4, 2007 9. Communications Mayor Jacobs thanked Sunrise Rotary club, staff and volunteers for their help with the Pedal for People Event. He also stated the St. Louis Park Fire Department would be having its open house Tuesday June 12th from 6 to 9 p.m. at Fire Station#1. Councilmember Finkelstein reminded everyone of the annual Parktacular events June 14th— 17th. Councilmember Paprocki reminded everyone that June 12th from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. would be the annual City Clean Up Day at Louisiana Oaks Park. 10. Adjournment The meeting adjourned at 8:31 p.m. -)'I Nancy Stroth, ty Clerk Jeff J ob M or