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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2018/03/19 - ADMIN - Minutes - City Council - RegularfffSt. Louis Park OFFICIAL MINUTES MINNESOTA CITY COUNCIL MEETING ST. LOUIS PARK, MINNESOTA MARCH 19, 2018 1. Call to Order Mayor Pro Tem Hallfin called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. Councilmembers present: Tim Brausen, Steve Hallfin, Rachel Harris, Thom Miller, and Margaret Rog. Cotmcilmembers absent: Mayor Jake Spano and Councilmember Anne Mavity Staff present: City Manager (Mr. Harmening), City Attorney (Mr. Mattick), Deputy City Manager/Human Resources Director (Ms. Deno), Police Chief (Mr. Harcey), Director of Community Development (Ms. Barton), Economic Development Coordinator (Mr. Hunt), Planner (Ms. Monson), Associate Planner (Ms. Kramer), Planning & Zoning Supervisor (Mr. Walther), Communications Manager (Ms. Larson), Community Development Intern (Mr. Ayers - Johnson) and Recording Secretary (Ms. Pappas). Guests: Sergeant Dallas Williams, Officer of the Year, and his wife and family Ia. Pledge of Allegiance lb. Roll Call 2. Presentations 2a. 2017 Police Officer of the Year Police Chief Harcey presented the 2017 Police Officer of the year award to Sergeant Dallas Williams. Sergeant Williams was nominated for the award by his peers. Chief Harcey noted that since 1989, the St. Louis Park Police Department has presented the Robert Linell Officer of the Year award to the officer who has demonstrated integrity, fairness, and a commitment to service within the community. Sergeant Williams thanked the mayor, city council, and Mr. Harmening for their support and leadership. He said that he is especially honored because the award came from his peers. Mayor Pro Tem Hallfin thanked Sergeant Williams for a job well done, adding that this award is very well-deserved. It is great to see Sergeant Williams' colleagues supporting him. Councilmember Brausen stated that it is an honor for the council to have Sergeant Williams in council chambers tonight, adding that the police force is the face in the community. The council hears many compliments about the force, which is a testament to police leadership. 3. Approval of Minutes 3a. City Council Special Study Session Minutes of March 5, 2018 City Council Meeting -2- March 19, 2018 It was moved by Councilmember Rog, seconded by Councilmember Harris, to approve the City Council Special Study Session Meeting Minutes of March 5, 2018, as presented. The motion passed 5-0. 3b. City Council Study Session Minutes of March 12, 2018 It was moved by Councilmember Brausen, seconded by Councilmember Rog, to approve the City Council Study Session Meeting Minutes of March 12, 2018, as presented The motion passed 5-0. 4. Approval of Agenda and Items on Consent Calendar 4a. Adopt Resolution No. 18-048 approving the conveyance of property from the City of St. Louis Park to the St. Louis Park Economic Development Authority pursuant to the proposed Purchase and Redevelopment Contract with SLP Park Ventures, LLC. 4b. Adopt Resolution No. 18-049 authorizing a minor amendment to the Knollwood Village Use Permit to modify the building elevations. 4c. Approve Second Reading and Adopt Ordinance 2531-18 adding Section 36 -268 - PUD 9 to the Zoning Code and amending the Zoning Map from O -Office to PUD 9 for the land located at 9808 and 9920 Wayzata Blvd, and approve the summary ordinance for publication. 4d. Approve Second Reading and Adopt Ordinance 2532-18 vacating right-of-way and to approve the ordinance summary for publication. 4e. Designate Visu-Sewer, Inc. as the lowest responsible bidder and authorize execution of a contract with the firm in the amount of $363,734.00 for the Sanitary Sewer Gravity Mainline Rehabilitation - Project No. 4018-3000. 4f. Adopt Resolution No. 18-050 authorizing the special assessment for the repair of the sewer service line at 3933 Monterey Avenue South, St. Louis Park, MN P.I.D. 07-028-24-12-0113. 4g. Adopt Resolution No. 18-051 approving final plans and specifications, and authorizing advertisement for bids (Project No. 4018-1500). 4h. Authorize execution of an amendment to a professional services contract with Minley-Horn and Associates, Inc. in the amount of $1,333,755 for the Louisiana Avenue Bridge/Road Reconstruction Project — Phase 1- (Louisiana Circle to Excelsior Boulevard) Project No. 4018-1700. 4i. Approve the annual reports submitted by Boards and Commissions at the annual meeting with Council on February 26, 2018. 4j. Adopt Resolution No. 18-052 granting a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) for Lifetime Fitness allowing the excavation of 1,034 cubic yards of material to construct an addition to their existing facility at 5525 Cedar Lake Road, subject to conditions. 4k. Approve for filing Fire Civil Service Commission Meeting Minutes of September 18, 2017. 41. Approve for filing Planning Commission Meeting Minutes of January 17, 2018. 4m. Approve for filing Planning Commission Meeting Minutes of February 7, 2018. 4n. Approve for filing Planning Commission Meeting Minutes of February 21, 2018. City Council Meeting -3- March 19, 2018 5. 6. 7. 8. 40. Approve for filing Telecommunications Commission Meeting Minutes of December 13, 2017. It was moved by Councilmember Miller, seconded by Councilmember Harris, 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 5-0. Boards and Commissions — None Public Hearings — None Requests, Petitions, and Communications from the Public — None Resolutions, Ordinances, Motions and Discussion Items 8a. Aquila Park— Conditional Use Permit. Resolution No. 18-053 Mr. Ayers -Johnson presented the staff report. He stated that the city is requesting a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) for the construction associated with two upgraded fastpitch softball fields in Aquila Park. As part of the project, approximately 17,000 cubic yards of soil fill material will need to be brought in for infill and re -grading of the site, which requires a CUP for imports/exports over 400 cubic yards of soil. Mr. Ayers - Johnson noted that 22 trees, for a total of 300 caliper inches, will be removed and replaced at a 1 to 1 caliper inch ratio. He added that 3 people attended the neighborhood meeting. Their questions regarding the landscape plan and lighting plan were satisfactorily addressed at the meeting. Mr. Ayers -Johnson also noted that the Planning Commission recommends approval. It was moved by Councilmember Harris, seconded by Councilmember Miller, to adopt Resolution No. 18-053, granting a CUP to the City of St. Louis Park allowing the import of 17, 000 cubic yards of soil for the infill and re -grading of the Aquila Park site in association with the construction of two fastpitch softball fields, subject to conditions. The motion passed 5-0. 8b. Bais Yaakov Girls' High School — Conditional Use Permit with Variance. Resolution No. 18-054 Ms. Kramer presented the staff report. She noted that the CUP with variance is being requested to add a second story and lobby to the existing building and to improve parking and landscaping on the site, in order to operate a private girls' high school on the two parcels. The school currently has 25 students and estimates future growth of up to 45 students. Councilmember Rog stated that this school is in her ward, and she is supportive. She added that she is pleased they are looking to expand the school. The girls are getting a great education there. She trusts that the building will look nice; however, she is City Council Meeting -4- March 19, 2018 concerned about students crossing the street at Minnetonka Boulevard and hopes the council will be mindful of the safety of students as the new school is built It was moved by Councilmember Rog, seconded by Councilmember Brausen, to adopt Resolution No. 18-054, granting a CUP with Variance for the operation of a girls' high school at 4503 and 4509 Minnetonka Blvd., subject to conditions. The motion passed 5-0. 8c. Zoning Ordinance Amendment to Allow Clear Acrylic as a Class 1 Materials for Greenhouses. Ms. Monson presented the staff report. She noted that in 2017 there was increased interest by community members and developers to provide opportunities for food growing facilities in St. Louis Park. The city council approved a food producing greenhouse as part of the PLACE PUD and received interest and a presentation from a local non-profit for increased access to local, fresh food. Ms. Monson stated that staff researched the best materials for constructing greenhouses to grow food in Minnesota and proposes amending the zoning code to allow high impact, non -yellowing, double -skinned clear acrylic products to be used for greenhouses. Ms. Monson stated that staff took a field trip to Marjorie McNeely Conservatory at Como Park. They have been using the acrylic product for over 15 years. She stated that the product is clean, new looking, and provides sterile conditions to produce food. She passed around a sample of the clear acrylic material to the council members. Ms. Monson noted that the Planning Commission recommends amending the zoning ordinance regarding architectural materials for greenhouses. Councilmember Miller asked if this material is more expensive than others. Ms. Monson stated that it is more affordable than glass, does not yellow or brittle, and will not have to be replaced as often as glass and other materials. It was moved by Councilmember Brausen, seconded by Councilmember Harris, to approve first reading of ordinance amending Chapter 36 of the City Code relating to architectural materials for greenhouses, and to set the second reading for April 2, 2018. The motion passed 5-0 8d. 2018 International Association of Firefighters (IAFF) Local #993 Labor Agreement. Resolution No. 18-055 Ms. Deno presented the staff report. She noted the contract is a 2 -year agreement with IAFF; has wage adjustments of 3%; and has insurance consistent with other groups. It increases minimum pay for emergency call backs from two hours to three hours and clarifies language on clothing allowance and tramp pay. She stated that staff recommends approval. It was moved by Councilmember Miller, seconded by Councilmember Brausen, to adopt Resolution No. 18-055, approving a labor agreement between the city and the IAFF City Council Meeting -5- March 19, 2018 Local #993 establishing terms and conditions of employment for two years from 1/1/18 — 12/31/19. The motion passed 5-0. 9. Communications Councilmember Rog noted there is a meeting with Sherman and Associates at the Rec Center on Tuesday from 5:30 — 7 p.m. Mayor Pro Tem Hallfin stated that the STEP Fundraiser report will be given to the council at a future meeting; however, he noted the community did come out in support of the event, as they usually do. 10. Adjournment The meeting adjourned at 8:00 p.m. Melissa £ennedy, City Clerk ak Spano yor