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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2010/03/01 - ADMIN - Minutes - City Council - Regular f/fSt. Louis Park OFFICIAL MINUTES MINNESOTA CITY COUNCIL MEETING ST. LOUIS PARK, MINNESOTA MARCH 1, 2010 1. Call to Order Mayor Jacobs called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. Councilmembers present: Mayor Jeff Jacobs, Phil Finkelstein Anne Mavity, Paul Omodt, Julia Ross, Susan Sanger, and Sue Santa. Councilmembers absent: None. Staff present: City Manager (Mr. Harmening), City Attorney (Mr. Scott), Planning/Zoning Supervisor (Ms. McMonigal), Planner (Mr. Fulton), Senior Engineering Project Manager (Mr. Olson), Communications Coordinator (Mr. Zwilling), and Recording Secretary (Ms. Hughes). Guests: SilverCrest Properties (Ms. York). 1 a. Pledge of Allegiance 1 b. Roll Call 2. Presentations - None 3. Approval of Minutes 3a. Study Session Minutes of February 8, 2010 Councilmember Mavity requested that sixth paragraph on page 6 be clarified to state that she felt the Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission was doing an excellent job as reflected in its 2010 work plan, and that her comment regarding having an advocate for green space was a separate issue not intended to reflect on the Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission's performance. The minutes were approved as amended. 3b. City Council Minutes of February 16, 2010 The minutes were approved as presented. 3c. City Council Workshop Minutes of February 19-20, 2010 The minutes were approved as presented. Mayor Jacobs expressed the City Council's thanks to Methodist Hospital for hosting the City Council's workshop. City Council Meeting -2- March 1, 2010 3d. Special City Council Minutes of February 22, 2010 The minutes were approved as presented. 3e. Study Session Minutes of February 22, 2010 Councilmember Finkelstein requested that the fifth paragraph on page 4 be amended to read "Councilmember Finkelstein requested that staff provide the Council with the matrix that listed all of the project options and the background on each option. He reiterated that even with current limited federal funding, the City cannot do the Highway 7/Louisiana Avenue project alone, and will require additional help from the County or Federal government, or the City may be looking at not doing the project. Mayor Jacobs concurred." Councilmember Mavity requested that the sixth paragraph on page 5 be amended to read "Councilmember Mavity stated it would be helpful to see all of the City's Commission's 2009 goals to determine if the Commissions have accomplished all of their goals and to hold each Commission accountable. She also requested that staff provide a comparison of the Human Rights Commission's bylaws with the proposed revisions." 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. Adopt Resolution No. 10-020 authorizing installation of permit parking in front of 3026 Salem Avenue South, Traffic Study 617. 4b. Adopt Resolution No. 10-021 rescinding Resolution No. 88-161 and authorizing installation of permit parking on the east side of the 3300 Block of Dakota Avenue South, Traffic Study No. 618. 4c. Approve three lease agreements between the City and Clear Wireless LLC (Clearwire) for communication antennas (broadband) on the three water towers located at 5100 Park Glen Road, 8301 W. 34,h Street, and 2541 Nevada Avenue South. 4d. Adopt Resolution No. 10-022 authorizing final payment in the amount of $17,619.92 and accepting work for the 2009 Random Concrete Repair with Ron Kassa Construction, Inc. Project Nos. 2009-0003, 0004, & 0006, City Contract No. 85-09. 4e. Approve right of way purchase in the total amount of$45,000 for Parcel 5 (6017 35,h Street West) and authorize the City Attorney to execute stipulation of settlement. 4f. Support the City of St. Louis Park's application for MCMA Internship program funding and participation. City Council Meeting -3- March 1, 2010 4g. Approve for Filing Vendor Claims. 4h. Approve for Filing Telecommunications Advisory Commission Minutes December 10, 2009. It was moved by Councilmember Omodt, seconded by Councilmember Finkelstein, to approve the Agenda as presented and items listed on the Consent Calendar; and to waive reading of all resolutions and ordinances. The motion passed 7-0. 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. Parkshore Apartments Planned Unit Development Minor Amendment — 3663 Park Center Blvd. Resolution No. 10-023 Mr. Fulton presented the staff report and stated this request is for a minor amendment to the Planned Unit Development (PUD) for interior remodeling, expansion of the dining area and other communal spaces, and adding an indoor swimming pool at the Parkshore Apartment senior apartment building. He explained that the impacts of the proposed modifications are limited and relate to building setbacks, modification of the east side landscaping, and a reduction of underground parking spaces. He added the new swimming pool area and dining room addition will encroach upon the building setback toward the east, moving the building closer to Wolfe Park; these changes are acceptable because it enhances the design of the property and the level of amenity for residents. He stated the proposed changes include the addition of two trees, 40 shrubs, and a pergola on the east side of the building adjacent to the park. He stated that staff recommends approval, subject to the conditions contained in the resolution. He noted that one of the conditions states that access to and trails within Wolfe Park shall remain passable at all times both during and after construction. Ms. Elizabeth York, Development Manager for SilverCrest Properties, appeared before the City Council and stated that in two other campuses operated by SilverCrest, they built a wellness center, a warm water pool, and added some special gym equipment designed for senior residents. She stated these facilities are used frequently by the tenants and there is no extra fee for tenants to use the facilities. She indicated that the dining room expansion represents changes that were planned for four years ago and residents have expressed a desire to have a separate dining room. City Council Meeting -4- March 1, 2010 Councilmember Ross requested information regarding the time frame for construction and asked if it will interfere with the summer pool opening at the Rec Center. Ms. York replied they do not anticipate starting construction until September 1st when the pool is closed. Councilmember Sanger requested an update regarding the plans for the three-story office building. She stated that extensions have been granted on this particular building and she requested that the City Council give consideration to having sunset clauses or some other type of provision as part of a PUD that ensures that building plans fit with what a developer is allowed to do with a particular property. Ms. York stated that they are waiting for market conditions to improve to move forward with demolition of the three-story office building and construction of the proposed 12-story condo building. It was moved by Councilmember Maviry, seconded by Councilmember Finkelstein, to adopt Resolution No. 10-023 amending and restating Resolution Nos. 96-153, 96-189, 03-139, 04-024, and 05-167 adopted on October 7, 1996, December 2, 1996, October 7, 2003, February 2, 2004, and December 5, 2005 approving a Final Planned United Development (PUD) under Section 36-367 of the St. Louis Park Ordinance Code and consolidating conditions from an existing special permit and PUD for property zoned R-C, Multi-Family Residential granting final PUD approval for a senior housing condominium development at 3601 Park Center Boulevard and combining proposed and existing development of the Parkshore Campus as a Planned Unit Development — 3601, 3633 and 3663 Park Center Boulevard Minor Amendment to PUD for renovation and expansion at the Parkshore Apartment Building—3663 Park Center Boulevard. The motion passed 7-0. 8b. Project Report: Local Street Rehabilitation Project — Pavement Management Area 6, Project No. 2009-1000 Resolution No. 10-024 Mr. Olson presented the staff report. He stated this year's project is in Area 6 of the Pavement Management Area and consists of approximately 2.25 miles of selected streets in the Brookside and Elmwood neighborhoods. He stated that a public meeting was held on February 18 at which time staff provided an overview of the project. He stated that the project is scheduled to start in early June and will last approximately two months; roads will be open to local traffic, access will be provided to driveways at most times, and parking will be allowed on the streets during the overnight hours. He noted that because of the curb and gutter work being performed, there may be situations where driveway access is restricted to allow the concrete to cure. He stated the project will be funded from the Pavement Management Fund for the street work and from the Water Utility Fund for the hydrant replacement. City Council Meeting -5- March 1, 2010 Councilmember Mavity expressed her appreciation to staff for their ongoing communication with the neighborhoods. She stated it is terribly unfortunate that there are so many road construction projects happening this summer and asked for everyone's patience and forbearance during the many road construction projects. It was moved by Councilmember Mavity, seconded by Councilmember Omodt, to adopt Resolution No. 10-024 accepting the project report, establishing Improvement Project No. 2009-1000 approving plans and specifications, and authorizing advertisement for bids for improvement Project No. 2009-1000. The motion passed 7-0. 9. Communications Mayor Jacobs reminded residents of the Empty Bowls event to benefit STEP on Thursday, March 4th at the Rec Center from 11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. and from 4:00-7:00 p.m. Mayor Jacobs stated the Children First annual meeting is scheduled for March 11`h at 7:00 p.m. at Methodist Hospital. 10. Adjournment The meeting adjourned at 7:54 p.m. / \' 1,fE1-=1.ecr->ID6' (---... .1 oNancY Stroth, City Clerk Jeff J co /, r