HomeMy WebLinkAbout2004/04/12 - ADMIN - Agenda Packets - City Council - RegularAGENDA SUMMARY
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
ST. LOUIS PARK, MINNESOTA
April 12, 2004
7:30 p.m.
7:00 p.m. – Board/Commission Discussion
7:15 p.m. – Meet New Community Development Director
Study Session to Follow Immediately After Regular Meeting
1. Call to Order
a. Pledge of Allegiance
b. Roll Call
2. Presentations
a. Caring Youth Proclamation
3. Approval of Minutes
a. City Council Minutes of March 15, 2004 Document
b. City Council Study Session Minutes of March 15, 2004 Document
c. City Council Special Meeting Minutes of March 22, 2004 Document
Action: Corrections/amendments to minutes - Minutes approved as presented
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.
Action: Motion to approve the agenda as presented and to approve items listed on
the consent calendar
(Alternatively: Motion to add or remove items from the agenda, motion to move items
from consent calendar to regular agenda for discussion and to approve those items
remaining on the consent calendar).
5. Boards and Commissions
6. Public Hearings
7. Requests, Petitions, and Communications from the Public - None
8. Resolutions, Ordinances, Motions
8a. Resolution confirming the appointment of Kevin Locke to the position of
Director of Community Development Document
Recommended
Action:
Motion to adopt resolution confirming the appointment of Kevin
Locke to the position of Director of Community Development
effective May 3, 2004._______________
8b. City Engineer’s Report: 2004 Sidewalk Improvement Project – City Project
No. 04-02 and Traffic Study No. 588 Document
This report considers the construction of various sections of new sidewalk in
accordance with the City’s sidewalk, trails, and bikeway plan and authorizing
installation of parking restrictions.
Recommended
Action:
1. Motion to adopt the attached resolution approving plans
and specifications and authorizing advertisement for
bids for construction of various sections of concrete
sidewalk.
2. Motion to adopt the attached resolution authorizing
installation of “No Parking” restriction on the north and
south sides of W. 41st Street from Utica Avenue to
Wooddale Avenue.
8c. City Engineer’s Report: Traffic Signal Improvements on Louisiana Avenue at
Highway 7 – Project No. 00-17 Document
This report considers public improvements to Louisiana Avenue at Highway 7 with
the installation of a permanent traffic signal at the intersection of Walker Street &
Louisiana Avenue, the installation of a temporary traffic signal at Lake Street &
Louisiana Avenue and the construction of dual left-turn lanes on Louisiana Avenue at
Highway 7
Recommended
Action:
Motion to adopt the attached resolution accepting this report,
establishing and ordering Improvement Project No. 00-17,
approving plans and specifications, and authorizing receipt of
bids.
8d. Application to consider request of Dworsky Family Trust and the City for
Comprehensive Plan map and text amendments to change land use designation
for property located in the southwest quadrant of TH7 and Wooddale Avenue
from Civic-Mixed-Use to Commercial Mixed-Use and right of way, and
application of City to change the land use designation for property located in the
northeast quadrant of Wooddale Avenue and West 36th Street from Commercial
to Civic-Mixed-Use and to amend text in the Chapter U, Plan By Neighborhood,
Elmwood Neighborhood to change the location of the designated transit station
to correspond to the findings of the Elmwood Area Land Use, Transit, and
Transportation Study, and to amend the text in Chapter P, Redevelopment to
limit land use for the Dworsky property. Document
Case No. 04-05-CP
The proposal includes a request from the Dworsky Family Trust to amend the land use
designation on their property at the southwest quadrant of TH7 and Wooddale Avenue
to remove the “civic” designation from their property to enable a redevelopment plan.
The proposal also includes changing the land use designation to the property identified
in the Elmwood Study as a future transit station.
Recommended
Action:
• Motion to adopt resolution approving a Comprehensive
Plan map amendment changing land use designation
from Civic-Mixed-Use to Commercial Mixed-Use and
right of way for property on the southwest quadrant of
TH7 and Wooddale Avenue contingent upon Chapter P
text changes and Metropolitan Council approval.
• Motion to adopt resolution approving a Comprehensive
Plan map amendment changing land use designation for
property on the northeast quadrant of Wooddale Avenue
and West 36th Street from Commercial to Civic-Mixed-
Use and text amendments to Chapter P and Chapter U of
Comprehensive Plan 2000 – 2020 contingent upon
Metropolitan Council approval.
8e. Request of Ulteig Engineers (Qwest Corporation) for an easement to locate
telecommunication equipment cabinets on a portion of Bronx Park Document
Qwest Corporation is requesting a 10-foot by 4.3-foot easement along the northern
boundary of Bronx Park along West 29th Street. Case No. 04-21-RE
Recommended
Action:
Motion to approve first reading of ordinance granting a utility
easement within a portion of Bronx Park and set second reading
and a public hearing for May 3, 2004.
9. Communications
10. Adjournment
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ST. LOUIS PARK CITY COUNCIL
MEETING OF APRIL 12, 2004
SECTION 4: 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 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing Adoption of Hennepin County Hazard
Mitigation Plan Document
4b Motion to approve second reading of Ordinance Code amendments to various sections of
Chapter 36 related to zoning to eliminate definition for “usable open space”, add
definitions for “open lot area” and “designed outdoor recreation area” and to standardize
the application of these definitions including allowable reductions via the PUD process
throughout the zoning districts; to approve summary publication and authorize its
publication. Document
4c Motion to approve second reading and adopt an ordinance amending St. Louis Park
Ordinance Code (Zoning) relating to allow catering as an accessory use to certain uses in
the Office District; approve summary ordinance and authorize publication. Case Nos. 04-
02-ZA Document
4d Motion to Adopt a Resolution Approving the Final 2004 Equipment Replacement List
Document
4e Motion to adopt the attached resolution for authorization to enter into a lease agreement
between the City and VoiceStream Minneapolis, Inc. (VoiceStream) for space on the
water tower at 2541 Nevada Avenue for communications antenna for an initial lease term
of five (5) years with option for four (4) additional five (5) year renewal terms. Document
4f Motion to approve a contract with Barr Engineering for Professional Engineering
Services related to the 2004 Flood Improvement Projects Document
4g Motion to approve a resolution authorizing the City of St. Louis Park to execute an
agreement with the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District for the use of the Minnehaha
Creek Management Model Document
4h Motion to accept for filing the Planning Commission Minutes of March 3, 2004
Document
4i Motion to approve the First Amendment to the Planning Development Contract by and
between the City of St. Louis Park and MSP SLP Apartments, LLC dated. Document
4j Motion to Extend the Time Warner Cable Renewal Proceeding to November 1, 2004
Document
4k Motion to Receive the Telecommunications Advisory Commission 2003 Annual Report
for Filing Document
4l Motion to accept vendor claims for filing (Supplement)
AGENDA SUPPLEMENT
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
APRIL 12, 2004
Items contained in this section are those items
which are not yet available in electronic format
and which are identified in the individual
reports by inclusion of the word “Supplement”.
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UNOFFICIAL MINUTES
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
ST. LOUIS PARK, MINNESOTA
March 15, 2004
1. Call to Order
Mayor Jacobs called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m.
Councilmembers present: John Basill, Phil Finkelstein, Paul Omodt, Susan Sanger, Sue Santa, Sally
Velick, and Mayor Jeff Jacobs.
Staff present: City Manager (Mr. Harmening), Human Resources Director (Ms. Gohman), Director of
Parks & Recreation (Ms. Walsh), Economic Development Coordinator (Mr. Hunt), Planning
Coordinator (Ms. Erickson), Assistant Zoning Administrator (Mr. Morrison), and Administration
Secretary (Ms. Olson).
2. Presentations
2a. Student Exchange Government Study Program
Mayor Jacobs deferred the item to Communications as all students were not present for the
presentation.
3. Approval of Minutes
3a. City Council Minutes of March 1, 2004
The minutes were accepted as presented.
3b. Study Session Minutes of February 23, 2004
Page 1, Item 1, Paragraph 6, add Councilmember Finkelstein wanted to ensure that there was not a
reclassification of revenues so that franchise fees would not be paid on all services.
3c. Study Session Minutes of March 1, 2004
Page 2, Item 1, Paragraph 9, correct spelling of Councilmember Basill’s name
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.
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4a Motion to approve second reading of Ordinance No. 2264-04 amending Chapter 36 of the
Municipal Code to delete Section 36-80 Erosion Control subject to the adoption of the
Stormwater Ordinance, adopt ordinance, and approve summary publication.
4b Motion to approve the second reading of Ordinance No. 2265-04 amending Chapter 12 of the
ordinance code to add Article V regarding stormwater, approve the summary, and authorize
summary publication.
4c Motion to adopt Resolution No. 04-039 authorizing restriction of parking along the north and
south sides of the Trunk Highway 7 north Frontage Road, west of Wooddale Avenue near the
Spanish Immersion School/Community Center at 6300 Walker Street.
4d Removed
4e Motion to approve a Temporary On-Sale Intoxicating Liquor License – Minneapolis Jewish
Day School, 4330 Cedar Lake Road, St. Louis Park for March 28, 2004.
4f Motion to adopt the Resolution No. 04-040 authorizing installation of temporary permit
parking in front of 3128 Idaho Avenue South.
4g Motion to approve grant fund award and adopt Resolution No. 04-041 authorizing execution of
an agreement with the Office of Justice Programs.
4h Motion to approve 2nd Reading of Ordinance No. 2266-04 authorizing the sale of City real
property to Excelsior & Grand II, LLC, approve the summary and authorize summary
publication
4i Motion to accept for filing the Planning Commission Minutes of February 18, 2004
4j Motion to accept for filing the Park and Recreation Advisory Commission Minutes of
December 17, 2003
4k Motion to accept for filing the Park and Recreation Advisory Commission Minutes of January
15, 2004
4l Motion to accept for filing the Fire Civil Service Commission Minutes of December 29, 2004
4m Motion to accept Vendor Claims for filing
It was motioned by Councilmember Sanger, seconded by Councilmember Omodt, to approve
the Agenda and items listed on the Consent Calendar.
Motion passed 7-0.
5. Boards and Commissions
It was motioned by Councilmember Sanger, seconded by Councilmember Finkelstein, to
appoint Steve Fillbrandt to the Housing Authority.
Motion passed 7-0.
6. Public Hearings - None
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7. Requests, Petitions, and Communications from the Public – None
8. Resolutions, Ordinances, Motions
8a. Police Officer Union Contract 1/1/04 – 12/31/05
Ms. Gohman stated that she was pleased to bring the third of five union contracts to the
Council. She stated that through two negotiation meetings they reached to an agreement that
was consistent with other settlements. She stated that there would be a two percent increase as
of January 2004 with a one percent increase in July 2004 and ending with a three percent
increase as of January 2005. Cafeteria benefit increases would be similar to other agreements.
Ms. Gohman stated that language was added to clarify the one year probationary period. She
added that they amended the language regarding injury on duty to make it easier to process in
payroll. The term overall was added in the performance pay section. The field training
supplemental pay was calculated into an hourly rate. Uniform pay was clarified to be paid out
in the first check of February.
Councilmember Omodt inquired if the union was happy with the negotiations and Ms. Gohman
replied that she thought them to be so. She clarified that the union does vote on the contract
once the negotiation has come to an agreement and they have voted on the contract.
It was motioned by Councilmember Sanger, seconded by Councilmember Santa, to adopt
Resolution m04-042 approving the police officer union contract for January 2004 through
December 2005.
Motion passed 7-0.
Councilmember Basill asked if the addition of overall to the performance pay meant they had
to be above average in all categories. Ms. Gohman replied that the Chief of Police maintains
what the criteria would be.
Mayor Jacobs extended his congratulations to both the management team and the union.
8b. Resolution Opposing Tax and Expenditure Limitation Proposals and a Proposed
Constitutional Amendment Limiting Growth of Spending
Mr. Harmening reported that Council and staff had spoken with legislators earlier regarding an
amendment to the Constitution to place limits or controls on how government can raise
revenues for operations. The resolution is opposing the Tax Payers Bill of Rights proposal and
the concern is that it takes away responsibility from elected officials and that government
would be run from a formula rather than need.
It was motioned by Councilmember Sanger, seconded by Councilmember Velick, to approve
Resolution No. 04-043 opposing tax and expenditure limitation proposals and a proposed
constitutional amendment limiting growth of spending.
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Motion passed 7-0.
8c. Oak Hill Park Improvements
Ms. Walsh stated that there will be a number of improvements happening this year including a
warming house shelter, picnic shelter, and adding a water feature in place of the wading pool.
She added that the parking lot and trails would be resurfaced and stormwater management
issues will need to be looked at.
Ms. Walsh had invited the surrounding neighbors to several meetings to talk conceptually about
what should be in the picnic and warming shelters as well as a water feature. She felt that
residents were comfortable with what the consultant and staff had come up with.
She stated they wanted to keep a consistent theme with the green roofs on the park buildings.
She felt the bidding climate was good; however, if they do not get good bids they would
remove some of the masonry work on the warming house. She stated that residents wanted an
outdoor view of the water feature and they accommodated that by creating an overhang where
parents could sit and watch their children. Ms. Walsh reported that there was outdoor access to
the restrooms.
Ms. Walsh said staff would like to include an outdoor fire pit at the picnic shelter. Residents
would like the shelter to accommodate 100 people and Ms. Walsh felt they were close to doing
so.
Ms. Walsh stated that the water feature is a splash pad that is activated by touch and is set on a
timer. Staff would be able to set it for a variable amount of time. The splash pad would also
have a splash area where smaller children could sit. Technically the splash pad is not
considered a pool.
Ms. Walsh reported that the vendor of the splash pad is located in Minnetonka and since this is
a fairly new concept, the vendor is looking for this to be a show piece.
Councilmember Santa wanted to note that the residents liked the idea of the water being
recycled which creates an ecological savings. She added that parents would like to see the area
fenced in to protect it from animals. To create expectations of allowable behavior, residents
felt that rules needed to be posted.
Councilmember Sanger inquired when the feature would be ready for use. Ms. Walsh replied
that they are aiming for this summer but worst case scenario would be next year.
Ms. Walsh stated that residents expressed much of concern about the removal of the traffic
signal from Texas Ave and 33rd St. W. Councilmember Santa reported that residents west of
Texas Ave were concerned about crossing Texas with small children and strollers. Mr.
Harmening expressed staff’s desire to discuss those asset removals with Council at a future
meeting date.
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It was motioned by Councilmember Santa, seconded by Councilmember Omodt, to approve
plans and specifications for the buildings at Oak Hill Park and authorize solicitation of bids for
the project.
Motion passed 7-0.
8d. Proposed amendments to various sections of Chapter 36 of the Ordinance Code
(pertaining to zoning) to redefine and standardize open space requirements in the
various zoning districts.
Ms. Erickson reported that the proposed ordinance would delete the definition for open space
and replaces it with definitions for open lot area and designed outdoor recreational area. Staff
maintained the numerical requirements for square footage though a change was made on where
it could be located on the lot. Requirements for multi-family housing were made consistent
throughout the code. A mechanism was put in place that would allow consistent reductions for
the PUD process. Changes that were discussed with Council earlier were brought to the
Planning Commission and approved 7-0.
Councilmember Sanger felt there were conflicting standards in the language involving cluster
housing where it states that it should contain either 400 square feet of open lot area or 12%
designed outdoor recreational area. She felt that it did not state whichever is greater. Ms.
Erickson stated that in some cases of cluster housing, each unit has its own private area where
others have a community area. Councilmember Sanger would like the ordinance to be clear
that the 400 square feet is per unit and not on average.
Councilmember Finkelstein inquired what the effects would be in reducing R-1 from 600 to
400. She stated that it was not reduced.
It was motioned by Councilmember Sanger, seconded by Councilmember Santa, to approve
first reading of Ordinance Code amendments to various sections of Chapter 36 related to
zoning to eliminate definition for “usable open space”, add definitions for “open lot area” and
“designed outdoor recreation area” and to standardize the application of these definitions
throughout Chapter 36 and to set second reading for April 12, 2004.
Motion passed 7-0.
8e. WHIOP Real Estate LTD’s application for an amendments to St. Louis Park
Ordinance Code (Zoning) to allow catering as an accessory use to certain uses in
the Office District.
Mr. Morrison reported that WHIOP has applied for a text amendment to allow catering as an
accessory use in the office district. He stated that catering is allowed in the commercial,
industrial, and MX districts. Catering is not currently allowed in office districts. Staff has
reviewed the application and suggested an alternative plan. The ordinance would amend the
Zoning Code to show how catering would be allowed in the zoning districts and would remove
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grocery stores from the catering accessory uses list. Ms. Morrison stated that they would
require all vehicles used with catering be parked in a screened area or parking structure.
Councilmember Finkelstein inquired about not allowing grocery stores to have catering as an
accessory use in the MX district. He felt that it would restrict some of the uses and the building
owner would be forced to choose one or the other. Mr. Morrison replied that grocery stores are
not a separate land use category and are considered retail. He stated that the grocery stores are
not an intended use in the office district.
It was motioned by Councilmember Velick, seconded by Councilmember Sanger, to approve 1st
reading of an ordinance amending Section 36-115 and 36-223(f) regarding catering and set
second reading for the April 12th City Council meeting.
Motion passed 7-0.
9. Communications
Mayor J acobs introduced Sarah Morari. She introduced herself and informed Council that she was a
YES cluster leader for the Youth Exchange Study program for PAX, the Program for Academic
Exchange. She reported that the students are all scholarship students as well as leaders in their home
countries. The students are from Egypt, Malaysia, and Turkey. The goal of the program is to give the
students the opportunity to study government across the world. Mayor Jacobs presented certificates to
the following students: Yi-Liang Yap, Sarah Shanwan, and Seray Serol. Adhie Fitriady was not
present.
Mayor Jacobs reminded the public about the recognition event for board and commission members to
be held on Monday, March 22 at 6:30 in the Council Chambers.
Mayor Jacobs also reminded the public about the Empty Bowls event on Thursday, March 18 at the
Rec Center.
Councilmember Finkelstein reported that he will be absent from the next meeting.
10. Adjournment
The meeting adjourned at 8:22 p.m.
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City Clerk Mayor
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UNOFFICIAL MINUTES
CITY COUNCIL STUDY SESSION
March 15, 2004
The meeting convened at 8:28 p.m.
Councilmembers present were John Basill, Phil Finkelstein, Paul Omodt, Susan Sanger, Sue
Santa, Sally Velick and Mayor Jeff Jacobs.
Staff present: City Manager (Mr. Harmening), Director of Parks and Recreation (Ms. Walsh),
Recreation Superintendent (Mr. Birno), Nature Center Manager (Mr. Oestreich), Economic
Development Coordinator (Mr. Hunt), Planning Coordinator (Ms. Erickson), and Administration
Secretary (Ms. Olson).
1. Short and Long Term Uses - City Owned Houses at Westwood Hills Nature Center
Ms. Walsh stated that the two homes were acquired in the late 1970’s. She stated that one of the
houses is rented to the Westwood Hills Nature Center Manager. She reported that both homes
were in need of repair. She added that Council would have to decide whether to sell the homes
or make the repairs. There are some restrictions involved with the sale of the property and the
City Attorney would need to review it. Councilmember Velick asked what the restrictions are.
Ms. Walsh stated that the property was acquired with a grant that had restrictions dealing with
keeping the property for a public use. Mr. Oestreich said the purpose of the grant was to
preserve it for open space use. He believed if the property was sold the city would have to
purchase adjacent land for park use and if there was no adjacent the city would be required to
purchase land and restore it to a native state.
Councilmember Sanger inquired how the rental house is used for a public purpose. Mr.
Oestreich replied that it has a shared driveway with the brick house and provides parking as well.
He added that he acts as an on site caretaker for the Westwood Nature Center. Councilmember
Sanger inquired if the rental house has always been rented out to a city staff person. Ms. Walsh
replied that it had always been rented out but she could not confirm that it was staff.
Councilmember Sanger expressed her concerns about the low rental rate compared to market
value. Ms. Walsh stated that assessing looked at the property and they do intend to determine
what the cost should be.
Mr. Harmening stated reasons to possibly sell the homes would be to allow present neighbors to
add the land to their property or allow for further development. He felt that if Council would
like staff to look into what their obligations are, from a legal standpoint, they could certainly do
so. Councilmember Velick said if the property were to be sold, it would have to go for public
use. Mr. Harmening replied that if Council considers disposal of the property, staff would have
to research how onerous of a requirement that is. Councilmember Sanger would like to see some
research done. Council agreed.
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Mayor Jacobs would like to know if money from the sale could be used to fund something in
another park.
Councilmember Velick felt the brick house has historical value and she would not want to see it
sold.
Mr. Oestreich would like to see the brick house used for programming purposes. He added that
by having the brick house, programs have not been interrupted by the remodeling of the Nature
Center.
Councilmember Sanger inquired about the cost to do the repairs. Ms. Walsh replied that it would
be about $30,000 per house. Councilmember Finkelstein would like staff to research the market
value of the property and if the property were sold, he only wanted single family homes.
Councilmember Velick clarified that they were considering a portion of the property, not the two
homes. Mr. Oestreich stated that in past years the property owner south of the brick house had
wanted to subdivide his property and put single family homes on it.
Ms. Walsh summarized that Council wanted staff to research legal ramifications as well as the
market value of the property.
2. Parktacular
Mr. Birno distributed the new recreation program brochure as well as the layout for the
Parktacular banner. He said they would like financial independence, clarification on insurance
issues and condensing the length of the celebration. Ms. Walsh stated that they have been
working closely with the Parktacular committee to get a focus and vision of the celebration. She
stated that they are trying to have more events in a shorter amount of time.
Councilmember Sanger inquired if they were a 501(C)3 organization. Ms. Walsh stated that
staff is working with them to accomplish that. Ms. Walsh had spoken with the committee and
informed them that they do not have the financial resources to fund them. She added that the
city’s auditors were concerned about the use of city funds. Councilmember Sanger would like
to see a limit on the how the committee is supported and would like to see them as a separate
entity. Councilmember Sanger was supportive of a liaison to the committee.
Ms. Walsh explained that most of the funds go toward the Royalty and the float.
Councilmember Finkelstein wanted clarification on the Royalty. Mayor Jacobs explained the
Ambassador program. Ms. Walsh stated that as of last budget adoption, Parktacular is not being
financially supported by the City. She reported that the city does do some of the work with
music, entertainment, and fireworks, which she feels is appropriate.
Councilmember Finkelstein inquired about what liability the city holds on Parktacular activities.
Ms. Walsh replied that in past years it was quite a lot. Ms. Walsh did state that Parktacular had
purchased their own insurance. Mr. Birno stated that for some events city staff such as fire and
police is deeply involved and they try their best to prevent any issues and incidents.
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Councilmember Finkelstein inquired if the city could establish a date by which the Parktacular
committee is incorporated as a non-profit. Mr. Birno stated that with city support perhaps they
could although at this point they are just a group of volunteers. Councilmember Finkelstein
would like to see this happen before this year’s Parktacular events. Mr. Harmening stated that
they may not be able to do so but would certainly have it in place by 2005.
Councilmember Santa had concerns that spontaneous events were not going to happen this year.
Ms. Walsh replied that staff, because of their heavy involvement, could inform the committee
that Council would like to see that all events are listed.
Ms. Walsh stated that they also have incorporated the grand opening of the skate park into the
list of events. Mr. Birno stated that the carnival will be held in the bus lane of the Rec Center.
Housing of carnival staff will be outside of the city. Councilmember Finkelstein inquired if the
rides have been inspected and how they could be reassured that the rides are safe. Mayor Jacobs
thought the state licensed them and took care of inspections.
Mr. Birno reported that the parade route will be the same as last year and go through Excelsior &
Grand. Councilmember Basill reported that he had received comments on residents wanting
signs posted near France Ave. for traffic. Mr. Birno listed the entertainment they had lined up.
Councilmember Basill would like to make sure the Veteran’s Memorial is not blocked by
vehicles.
Council discussed whether a faith based program was appropriate for the activities as well an
appropriate use of city land and facilities. Council felt that representatives from all faiths should
be present at the service. Mr. Birno stated that they will plan on discontinuing the service in the
coming years.
Mr. Birno stated that the Charter Commission would hold an event on the last day for its 50th
anniversary. Councilmember Finkelstein would like to see the Battle of the Bands return and
Ms. Walsh replied that it had been removed due to budget cuts.
Mr. Birno stated that staff helped create banners that they will put at city monuments. He hoped
that they will bring in more people.
3. Quadion
Tim Whitten, Rottlund Homes; Michael Noonan, Rottlund Homes; Jim Voss, Cressa Partners;
Jim Landy, Quadion Corp.; Steve Bubul, Kennedy & Graven; and Mark Ruff, Ehlers &
Associates were present at the meeting.
Ms. Erickson explained Alternative 1 and 2 development plans. She reported staff’s concern
about the stormwater pond. She stated that the proposed retaining wall would be approximately
the size of a football field on two sides of the pond. Staff felt that some screening could be done
on the wall. Councilmember Sanger inquired why the retaining wall was necessary and Mr.
Harmening replied that a slope up to the buildings is necessary to maximize the amount of land
that could be used for the development which allows the developers to maximize the number of
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units. Ms. Erickson stated that the stormwater pond is within the smallest area that will meet
requirements for water retention. To make it any larger would cost housing and increase the
financial funding gap.
Ms. Erickson reported that the proposed senior building and condominium building are proposed
to be higher than the zoned district allows, thus resulting in a need for a PUD modification. The
underground parking for the condominium building is actually street level on Wooddale Avenue
and would mean the whole garage level plus four stories above ground level. She stated that
they would like the senior building to have direct pedestrian access to the transit station.
Mr. Noonan stated that they had worked hard with staff to lower the buildings but felt that due to
where the street and entrance are located and the grading and the ponding there was not any
other alternatives. Councilmember Sanger inquired how the pond and garage are tied in
together. Mr. Noonan stated they needed to provide separation for public safety. He stated that
that originally they did not believe they could waterproof the garage walls which now due to
certain accommodations they can do. Councilmember Basill emphasized the need for the wall to
be aesthetically pleasing by using plants or decorative stucco.
Mr. Noonan felt there was another issue. He said staff stated that the zoning code only allows
for three stories in the R4 zone unless a PUD modification is consistent with the Comp Plan. He
felt that since they had already presented to both the Planning Commission and Council that it
may go four stories, they should be allowed to skip the Comp Plan amendment and move straight
forward with the PUD process. Mr. Harmening felt they should consult with their attorney to see
if that is feasible. Secondly, he felt it would be beneficial to disclose to the neighborhood the
actual height of the buildings. Mr. Voss stated that the houses on Oxford St. will get more of a
view of the retaining wall.
Councilmember Sanger inquired if the height of the north senior building was an impediment to
access to the transit station. Ms. Erickson replied that it would be difficult. The developer felt it
could be done. Councilmember Basill wanted to be sure the neighborhood was aware that the
buildings would be very close to same height as Quadion headquarters. Mr. Harmening stated
that they were seeking a Comp Plan amendment to allow certain height modifications in that
district. Councilmember Finkelstein had concerns about the pond and making sure it looks
attractive.
Mr. Hunt reported that under Alternative 2, no financial assistance was needed. Under
Alternative 1, the developer is asking for approximately $800,000. Mr. Ruff reported that the
general request for assistance is due largely to the acquisition of two houses as well costs
associated with not being able to sell the two existing houses. It is Ehlers opinion that the
developers would need approximately $425,000-$770,000. Mr. Ruff would like to more
accurately determine the increased cost of site preparation associated with a greater amount of
area. He stated that Rottlund has also agreed to a look-back provision. He wanted to ensure that
financial need was established and documented. Mr. Harmening clarified that whether Sherman
participates in the project has no bearing on Rottlund’s need for financial assistance.
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Councilmember Sanger clarified that they would not be voting on the amount of TIF the
following week and that would be a separate decision. Mr. Harmening updated the Council that
Rottlund has acquired consents for all properties and that allows Council to vote on Alternative
1. Three options for Council action include approving only Alternative 1, approve Alternative 1
with Alternative 2 as a back-up, or only approve Alternative 2. Councilmember Sanger inquired
if they approve Alternative 1 with Alternative 2 as back-up, could Rottlund close on the
property. Mr. Whitten replied that they could close. Council agreed that this would be the best
option. Mr. Harmening emphasized that they would not have a final TIF amount by Monday
night.
Councilmember Basill inquired if they could include a requirement that the developer must go
with Alternative 1 if the TIF amount is set within a Council approved maximum. The Council
did not feel comfortable with that proposal. Councilmember Basill emphasized the expectation
that there is a senior component in the project even if Sherman Associates is removed from the
project.
Mr. Bubul stated that one of sellers had asked the City/EDA to send a letter stating that if an
agreement is not reached on the purchase of the home that condemnation will be considered.
The letter offers a benefit to the property owner regarding capital gains tax laws.
4. Communications
Councilmember Sanger would like approve a resolution of support for legislation to ban smoking
in all workplaces statewide and she would provide a draft. Councilmember Basill felt that it was
a divisive issue. He did not appose a statewide ban but questioned if the city should be doing
this. Councilmember Omodt agreed. Mayor Jacobs did not want to revisit the smoking issue.
Mr. Harmening updated the Council on the status of SLP Soccer Association issues. The
Council discussed the level of involvement needed as well liability issues.
5. Adjournment
The meeting was adjourned at 11:02 p.m.
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UNOFFICIAL MINUTES
CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING
March 22, 2004
The meeting convened at 8:00 p.m.
Present at the meeting were Councilmembers John Basill, Paul Omodt, Susan Sanger, Sue Santa,
Sally Velick and Mayor Jeff Jacobs.
Also present: City Manager (Mr. Harmening), Planning and Zoning Supervisor (Ms. Jeremiah),
Planning Coordinator (Ms. Erickson), and City Clerk (Ms. Reichert)
2 Request of Rottlund Homes (Quadion Corporation) for a preliminary PUD and
plat for property located at 3630 Wooddale Ave, 5951 and 5957 W 37th Street,
5912 Oxford Street, 5916 Oxford Street, 5920 Oxford Street, 5926 Oxford Street
Case Nos. 03-73-PUD, 03-74-S
Ms. Erickson gave background on the site and previous zoning of the property. She described
the two alternatives and the features of each alternative. She stated that staff felt they could
mitigate the effect of the retaining wall of the stormwater pond. Staff felt that most of the issues
have been resolved with the developer although building height still remains an issue. The
Elmwood Study showed a new streetscape on Wooddale Ave. and a future transit station along
the LRT corridor. Staff was concerned that the development should have a pedestrian edge to it
along Wooddale Ave. and W 36th St. rather than being a centrally focused plan. Ms. Erickson
explained the privacy hedge separating public and private space and the stoops designed in the
development. She described the different first floor elevations and the views at pedestrian level.
Staff’s would like to see building height relating directly with the street along Wooddale Ave.
Rottlund had expressed concerns about drainage on the site and its relation to the building height.
Councilmember Basill clarified that the number of units in Alternative 2 was 206 units. He
inquired if the retaining wall could be eliminated if a few town homes were removed and the
stormwater pond enlarged. Ms. Erickson replied that a complete remodeling of stormwater
would need to be done to determine that. Councilmember Basill emphasized the need for
complete access to Wooddale Ave. He felt the buffer yards were very important along Oxford
St. Councilmember Basill had a concern about cut through traffic and felt there were safety
concerns with turning Oxford St. back into a two-way street as suggested in the staff report.
Mr. Tim Whitten, Rottlund Homes, was present. He introduced Tim Himmer (Rottlund), Dave
Nash (MFRA), Jim Voss (Cressa), and Jim Landy (Quadion). He stated that they could drop the
garage and floor level by two feet and did not feel they had a worst case scenario with relation to
the street. He added that the exposed garage doors would be on the interior of the development
and not visible from the perimeter. He didn’t feel there was a lot of exposed block where it
would warrant window requirements for the garage. Rottlund is willing to look at creating a
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direct entrance onto Wooddale for the condominium building to allow access to the park and
Wooddale. He felt they could make the same connection for the senior building as well.
Mr. Whitten explained that the developer did not feel the underground stormwater storage would
be feasible. He gave a presentation on how the buildings would be viewed from the
neighborhood.
Mr. Whitten felt that the condition regarding an entrance off of 36th which would be a secondary
entrance. There was a condition on the materials used on the ground floor elevation along
Wooddale and Mr. Whitten felt they could work with staff on that issue. He reported that there
was a condition that they comply with DORA (Designed Outdoor Recreation Area) and he did
not know how they would design that as yet. He stated that they could do a tiered retaining wall.
Mr. Whitten felt that lift stations were not needed at every garage entrance. Ms. Erickson replied
that change had already been made in the resolution.
Councilmember Sanger had concerns that Rottlund had not completed the stormwater
remodeling. Mr. Nash stated that the modelings for both alternatives have been done. Ms.
Erickson clarified that no modeling had been done should the pond be expanded and two units
removed. Councilmember Sanger asked if an underground storage tank was used if the pond
would not be so steep. Mr. Nash reported that building elevations are relevant to the pond
elevation which is dictated by the storm sewer outlet pipe which is an existing condition. He did
not feel that there was another alternative to make the pond smaller. Councilmember Sanger
would like to the developer look at placing an underground storage tank somewhere on the
property to help reduce the pond. She felt that by lowering the pond they could lower the
retaining wall which she did not find to be aesthetically pleasing as it currently is. Mr. Nash
stated that they would need watershed approval for the stormwater plan and they may not
approve an underground tank. Councilmember Basill clarified that they want to reduce the
volume of the pond not the surface area.
Brian Fortmeyer, 5818 Goodrich Ave, inquired why the building to the right of the pond went
from two buildings to one building. Mr. Whitten replied that it was due to interior roadway
design concerns and it also reduced the size of the open space use. Mr. Fortmeyer was
concerned that residents to the south would only have a view of buildings. Mr. Whitten showed
the landscaping plan. Mr. Harmening stated that this development is required to make a payment
in lieu of parkland dedication and it would be up to Council on how to use those funds. Ms.
Erickson clarified that the reason why staff contemplated making Oxford St. two-way was
because as a one way street emergency vehicles and city staff had to go around the block to
access the neighborhood.
Jim Blomberg, 3771 Alabama Ave S., wanted to know if the front of the structures could be
softened to fit into the surrounding neighborhood perhaps by use of more wood than brick. Mr.
Whitten stated that they would be willing to do so however, they are required to use certain
materials. Mr. Blomberg would like to see Oxford St. kept a one-way street.
Scott Simonett, 6232 Oxford St., stated that he was concerned with the height of the senior rental
housing building. He did not want to see a precedent set for future developers to go with higher
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buildings. Mr. Whitten clarified that the building is going to be four stories. Mr. Simonett
expressed his concerns regarding the developer’s application for TIF funds.
Jess Ford, 6215 Oxford St., stated the neighborhood’s support for the development. He had
concerns that the neighborhood continue to be involved in the planning, design and aesthetics.
Ms. Jeremiah clarified that Council has the opportunity to call for a public hearing at final PUD.
Mayor Jacobs felt that was appropriate. Ms. Erickson explained that the preliminary PUD adopts
a resolution that lists conditions of approval and those conditions must be met in the final plans.
Councilmember Basill would like the final PUD to be a public process and would like to call a
public hearing. He felt they were on a tight timeline and he wanted to ensure neighborhood
participation. Councilmember Basill felt they need to work on height as they move forward.
Mr. Whitten would like to see allowable height determined in the application. Ms. Jeremiah
informed Council that they still could grant height in excess of forty-five feet at the time of final
PUD if they hold a public hearing.
It was motioned by Councilmember Basill, seconded by Councilmember Omodt, to approve
Resolution for a Preliminary PUD and Plat for property located at 3630 Wooddale Ave, 5951
and 5957 W 37th Street, 5912 Oxford Street, 5916 Oxford Street, 5920 Oxford Street, 5926
Oxford Street, add a public hearing to the Final PUD, make a good faith effort to achieve
improved stormwater design and superior design of the parking garages for Final PUD. Motion
passed 6-0.
Mayor Jacobs thanked the neighborhood, developers, and all involved with the project. Mr.
Whitten acknowledged the hard work of Michael Noonan.
3. Adjournment
The meeting was adjourned at 9:34 p.m.
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4a. Motion to Adopt a Resolution Authorizing Adoption of Hennepin County Hazard
Mitigation Plan
Background:
As was indicated in a staff report for the March 29, 2004, study session, the Federal Emergency
Management Agency determined in the Mitigation Act of 2000, that each city must have a
hazard mitigation plan. If a jurisdiction does not have a hazard mitigation plan, disaster funds
may be limited in the future. Hennepin County Emergency Preparedness received a grant to
write a hazard mitigation plan to cover every city and township in the county. Each city must
adopt the Hennepin County Hazard Mitigation Plan as part of its own emergency plan. There are
no substantive changes in procedures and no funds are requested.
Recommendation:
Motion to adopt a resolution to approve the Hennepin County Hazard Mitigation as written and
to incorporated it into the St. Louis Park Emergency Plan.
Attachments: Resolution
(Hazard Mitigation Plan available for review in the Office of the City Clerk)
Prepared by: Luke Stemmer, Fire Chief
Approved by: Tom Harmening, City Manager
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CITY OF ST. LOUIS PARK
RESOLUTION NO. 04-049
RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE HENNEPIN COUNTY MITIGATION PLAN AS
PART OF THE ST. LOUIS PARK EMERGENCY PLAN
WHEREAS, the City of St. Louis Park participated in the Hennepin County hazard mitigation
planning process as established under the Hazard Mitigation Act of 2000; and
WHEREAS, the Act establishes a framework for the development of a county hazard mitigation
plan; and
WHEREAS, the county as part of the planning process with the cities established a public
participation process and local coordination among county and neighboring local units of government,
businesses and other organizations; and
WHEREAS, the plan includes a risk assessment including past hazards, hazards that threaten the
county, maps of hazards, an estimate of structures at risk, a general description of land uses and
development trends; and
WHEREAS, the plan includes a mitigation strategy including goals and objectives and an action
plan identifying specific mitigation projects and costs; and
WHEREAS, the plan includes a maintenance or implementation process including plan updates,
integration of plan into other planning documents and how the county will maintain city and public
participation and coordination; and
WHEREAS, the draft plan was shared with state and federal agencies for review and comment;
and
WHEREAS, the county has notified the public of its intent to adopt the hazard mitigation plan,
and has made the plan available on the Hennepin County website for public comment prior to final
adoption by the city council and County Board as required by Minnesota Statutes 375.51 and 394.26.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of St. Louis Park,
Minnesota, that the Hennepin County Hazard Mitigation Plan be adopted and incorporated into the City
of St. Louis Park Emergency Plan.
(Insert Signature Block Here)
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4b. Motion to approve second reading of Ordinance Code amendments to various
sections of Chapter 36 related to zoning to eliminate definition for “usable open
space”, add definitions for “open lot area” and “designed outdoor recreation area”
and to standardize the application of these definitions including allowable
reductions via the PUD process throughout the zoning districts; to approve
summary publication and authorize its publication.
Background:
On October 24, 2003, the City Council reviewed existing regulations regarding usable
open space as well as options to standardize the requirements among zoning districts and
to ensure a higher standard for open space in multi-family developments. On November
11, 2003, the Planning Commission held a public hearing and approved text amendments
to Chapter 36 of the Ordinance Code pertaining to redefining and standardizing how open
space requirements are regulated throughout the various zoning districts. This was
followed by another City Council Study Session on December 8, 2004. At that time the
Council requested additional information about the current status of single family lots in
the R1 zoning district. The Council reviewed open space during a subsequent study
session in February. Council direction was to preserve the existing R1 open area
requirement.
The Planning Commission held another public hearing on March 3, 2004, when they
reviewed specific text relative to various residential land uses, including single family,
multi-family, cluster housing, nursing homes, group homes, etc. (Standardization of the
nursing home and group home requirements was not considered by the Planning
Commission previously.) The Planning Commission recommended approval of the
proposed text with one change to the staff recommendation. The Planning Commission
proposed that swimming pools should be allowed to occupy a certain percentage (up to
50% was suggested) of the open lot area on a single family lot. They also suggested that
the table should be incorporated into the code. The Planning Commission recommended
approval on a vote of 7-0.
The City Council approved first reading of the proposed Ordinance amendments on
March 15, 2004. Councilmember Sanger inquired relative to what appeared as
conflicting standards in the language involving cluster housing where it states that each
townhouse lot shall contain either 400 square feet of open lot area per unit or the greater
development shall contain 12% designed outdoor recreational area. The language has
been modified to clarify this concern.
A question was received from a member of the public related to the definition of “open
lot area”. Staff reviewed the proposed definition and found it consistent to how the
previous definition of “open space” was described and measured. Staff responded to the
resident regarding how the measurement is interpreted and implemented. No changes
were made to the definition.
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The proposed changes accomplish the following:
1. Incorporate uniform standards for open space for similar uses throughout the
zoning code (except that a higher standard has been retained for single family
residences in the R-1 District).
2. Require open space for multi-family projects that is truly usable and designed for
the active and/or passive use of its residents.
3. Correct a flaw in language that restricted the area that open space could be
counted on single family lots (rear yard vs. back yard).
4. Incorporate consistent criteria via the PUD process for approving open space
reductions for all projects.
Recommendation:
Staff and the Planning Commission recommend approval of second reading of the
proposed text changes to the zoning code as indicated on the attached proposed
ordinance.
Attachments: Proposed zoning text changes
Prepared By: Judie Erickson, Planning Coordinator
(952) 924-2574 email jerickson@stlouispark.org
Approved By: Tom Harmening, City Manager
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ORDINANCE NO. 2267-04
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ST. LOUIS PARK
ORDINANCE CODE RELATING TO ZONING BY
AMENDING SECTIONS 36-4, 36-36, 36-37, 36-72, 36-115, 36-142,
36-163, 36-164, 36-165, 36-166, 36-167, 36-193, 36-194,
36-222, 36-223, 36-266, and 36-367
REDEFINING AND STANDARDIZING OPEN SPACE REQUIREMENTS
THE CITY OF ST. LOUIS PARK DOES ORDAIN:
Findings
Sec. 1. The City Council has considered the advice and recommendation of the
Planning Commission (Case No. 03-70-ZA).
Sec. 2. The St. Louis Park Ordinance Code, Sections 36-4, 36-36, 36-37, 36-72,
36-115, 36-142, 36-163, 36-164, 36-165, 36-166, 36-167, 36-193, 36-194, 36-222, 36-
223, 36-266, and 36-367are hereby amended by deleting stricken language and adding
underscored language. Section breaks are represented by ***.
Definition: Sec 36.4
Usable open space means a required ground area or terrace on a lot which is graded,
developed, landscaped and equipped and intended and maintained for either active or
passive recreation or both, available and accessible to and usable by all persons
occupying a dwelling unit or a rooming unit on the lot and their guests. Usable open
space has a minimum dimension of 30 feet. Roofs, driveways and parking areas do not
constitute usable open space.
Designed Outdoor Recreational Area means designed outdoor space intended for passive
or active recreation accessible and suited to the needs of residents and/or employees. The
area shall be functional and aesthetic, designed with clear edges, relate to the principal
building or buildings, include sidewalk connections, seating, landscaping, and other
amenities. The area should be compatible with or enlarge upon existing pedestrian links
and public parks or open space and may include swimming pools, tot lots, courtyards,
plazas, picnic areas, and trails within natural areas. Outdoor recreational areas shall not
include driveways, parking areas, steep slopes, or ponds designed solely for stormwater
retention.
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Open Lot Area means an area of a lot, not located within a front yard or side yard
abutting a street that has a minimum dimension of 20 feet in all directions and does not
include a building, driveway, outdoor storage, or parking space. Open covered porches,
gazebos, decks, and patios are permitted encroachments into the open lot area.
Swimming pools are permitted encroachments provided they do not occupy more than
50% of the open lot area.
Sec. 36-36 Continuation of certain special permits.
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(d) General conditions for continued special permit uses. All land uses subject to
continued special permits are subject to the following general conditions:
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(4) (b) Any nonconformities existing on the site shall be brought into greater or
complete compliance with other provisions of this chapter to the extent reasonable and
possible, except that greater or complete compliance will not be required with the
following provisions:
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8. Usable open space Designed Outdoor Recreational Area and Open Lot Area
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Sec. 36-37 Enforcement
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(a)(7) The yards, parking spaces, and open spaces designed outdoor recreation area, and open
lot area required by this chapter for buildings existing at the time of adoption of
the ordinance from which this chapter is derived or for any building erected after
its adoption, shall not be encroached upon or considered as part of the yard,
parking space, , or open spaces designed outdoor recreation area, or open lot area
required for any other building unless joint use of parking or a combination of
yards or open spaces designed outdoor recreation area or open lot area is
specifically authorized by this chapter. No lot shall be divided nor shall any
structure be erected or altered to reduce the floor area ratio below that required
by this chapter for the district in which the lot is located.
Sec. 36-72. Required yards and open space.
(a) The area of a yard, bufferyard, or other open space designed outdoor recreation area, or
open lot area shall not be reduced below the minimum size required by this chapter.
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***
(c) If the existing bufferyard or other open space designed outdoor recreation area, or open
lot area is less than the minimum size required by this chapter, it shall not be reduced in
size.
(d) No yard or open space designed outdoor recreation area, or open lot area which is
required by this chapter for any structures shall be included as a part of any yard or open
space which is required by this chapter for another structure, except as provided in the
regulations concerning the bufferyard.
(e) Usable open space which is required by this chapter shall contain improvements
such as outdoor swimming pools, patio areas, game areas, landscaped and grassy
areas which contain benches, sculpture gardens, pedestrian paths and trails, or
similar outdoor fixtures or features. Usable open space shall be available and
accessible to and usable by all persons occupying the dwelling units, group
facility, or other use for which the usable open space is required.
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Section 36-115 Land use by zoning district: interpretation of land use tables.
TABLE 36-115B
ZONING DISTRICTS
TABLE OF BULK REGULATIONS
R1 R2 R3 R4 RC C1 C2 O IP IG MX
Open space
per dwelling
unit
600 400 400 400 400 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A
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TABLE 36-115D
OPEN SPACE REQUIREMENTS
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Zoning District
Single
Family
Cluster
Housing
Multi-
Family
Elderly
Housing
Nursing
Home
Group
Home
R1-Single Family Residential 600/OLA
400/OLA or
12%DORA NA NA 12% DORA 12% DORA
R2-Single Family Residential 400/OLA
400/OLA or
12%DORA NA NA 12% DORA 12% DORA
R3-Two-Family Residential 400/OLA
400/OLA or
12%DORA NA NA 12% DORA 12% DORA
R4-Multi-Family Residential 400/OLA
400/OLA or
12%DORA 12% DORA 12% DORA 12% DORA 12% DORA
RC-Multi-Family Residential NA
400/OLA or
12%DORA 12% DORA 12% DORA 12% DORA 12% DORA
C1-Neighborhood Commercial NA NA 12% DORA 12% DORA NA NA
C2-General Commercial NA NA 12% DORA 12% DORA NA NA
O-Office NA NA 12% DORA 12% DORA NA NA
MX-Mixed Use NA NA 12% DORA 12% DORA NA NA
Reductions may be allowed via the PUD process, if the development meets certain criteria.
OLA = Open Lot Area DORA = Designed Outdoor Recreation Area
Sec. 36-142. Descriptions.
(a) Residential uses. The following are typical of the residential uses referred to in this
chapter.
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(8) Nursing home means a licensed health care facility providing lodging and 24-hour care
for medically or physically impaired persons usually on a long-term basis.
Residents of the facility do not have private apartments or kitchens. This use
includes a food service and may include supporting medical and retail services
for the residents. A quiet area is preferred and usable outdoor open space is
required.
Section 36-163 R-1 single-family residential district.
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(c) Uses permitted with conditions. A structure or land in an R-1 district may be used
for one or more of the following uses if its use complies with the conditions stated
in section 36-162 and those specified for the use in this subsection.
(1) Group home/nonstatutory. The conditions are as follows:
a. At least 800 square feet of lot area shall be provided for each person
housed on the site.
b. At least 150 square feet of usable open space shall be provided for each
person housed on the site At least 12% of the lot area shall be
developed as designed outdoor recreation area.
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***
(d) Uses permitted by conditional use permit. No structure or land in any R-1 district
shall be used for the following uses except by conditional use permit. These uses
shall comply with the requirements of all the general conditions provided in
section 36-365 and with the specific conditions imposed in this subsection.
(1) Cluster housing. The conditions are as follows:
a. Cluster housing shall meet the following minimum requirements:
1. No more than four dwelling units shall be incorporated in a single
building.
2. The density of the development shall not exceed the density
allowed in the zoning district in which the use is to be
located; except when the use is located adjacent or across
the street from public protected parks or open space which
are equal to or greater than the area of the development site
and the proposal is found to promote goals and policies of
the city, the density may be increased by 60 percent.
3. The site shall not have less than one-half acre.
4. This section shall not be applied to conversion of existing dwelling
units but may be applied to site clearance and
redevelopment. Existing units may be incorporated into
new development plans when such units are not converted.
5. There shall be 600 square feet of usable open space for each
dwelling unit. This requirement may be reduced to 400 square feet
if the use is located adjacent or across the street from public
protected parks or open space and the proposal is found to promote
goals and policies of the city. Each lot developed with a single
cluster housing unit shall contain a minimum of 400 square feet of
open lot area or a minimum of 12% of the total cluster housing
development area shall be designed outdoor recreational area.
6. Sidewalks with a minimum width of five feet shall be provided
along all sides of the lot that abut a public street.
b. The applicant shall clearly demonstrate through the application and site
plan that a superior development would result by clustering. The
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presence of a superior development shall be determined by
reference to the following criteria:
1. The presence and preservation of topographic features, woods and
trees, water bodies and streams, and other physical and
ecological conditions.
2. Suitable provisions for permanently retaining and maintaining the
amenities and open space.
3. Building location, building groupings, landscaping, views to and
from the units, building forms and materials, recognition of
existing development and public facilities, and city goals
and policies including the comprehensive plan as well as
specific plans for the area.
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(f) Dimensional standards/densities.
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(12) Each lot developed with a single-family residence shall contain at least 600 square
feet of usable open space in the rear yard open lot area. For the purpose of
this section, usable open space shall have a minimum dimension of 20 feet
in all directions and shall not contain any structures or parking.
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Sec. 36-164. R-2 single-family residence district.
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(c) Uses permitted with conditions. A structure or land in an R-2 district may be used
for one or more of the following uses if its use complies with the conditions stated
in section 36-162 and those specified for the use permitted in this subsection.
(1) Group home/nonstatutory. The conditions are as follows:
a. A minimum of 800 square feet of lot area shall be provided for each
person housed on the site.
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b. A minimum of 150 square feet of usable open space shall be provided for
each person housed on the site At least 12% of the lot area shall be
developed as designed outdoor recreation area.
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(d) Uses permitted by conditional use permit. No structure or land in any R-2 district
shall be used for the following uses except by conditional use permit. These uses
shall comply with the requirements of all the general conditions provided in
section 36-365(b) and with the specific conditions imposed in this subsection and
such other conditions as may be imposed by the city council under section 36-
34(b).
(1) Cluster housing. The conditions are as follows:
a. Cluster housing shall meet the following minimum requirements:
1. No more than four dwelling units shall be incorporated in a single
building.
2. The density of the development shall not exceed the density
allowed in the zoning district in which the use is to be
located; except when the use is located adjacent or across
the street from public protected parks or open space which
are equal to or greater than the area of the development site
and the proposal is found to promote goals and policies of
the city, the density may be increased by 60 percent.
3. The site shall not have less than one-half acre.
4. This section shall not be applied to conversion of existing dwelling
units but may be applied to site clearance and
redevelopment. Existing units may be incorporated into
new development plans when such units are not converted.
5. There shall be 600 square feet of usable open space for each
dwelling unit. This requirement may be reduced to 400 square feet
if the use is located adjacent or across the street from public
protected park or open space and the proposal is found to promote
goals and policies of the city. Each lot developed with a single
cluster housing unit shall contain a minimum of 400 square feet of
open lot area or a minimum of 12% of the total cluster housing
development area shall be designed outdoor recreational area.
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6. Sidewalks with a minimum width of five feet shall be provided
along all sides of the lot that abut a public street.
***
(f) Dimensional standards/densities. The dimensional standards/densities are as
follows:
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(12) Each lot developed with a single-family residence shall contain at least 400 square
feet of usable open space in the rear yard open lot area. For the purpose of
this section, usable open space shall have a minimum dimension of 20 feet
in all directions and shall not contain any structures or parking.
***
Sec. 36-165. R-3 two-family residence district.
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(c) Uses permitted with conditions. A structure or land in an R-3 district may be used
for one or more of the following uses if its use complies with the conditions stated
in section 36-162 and those specified for the use in this subsection (c):
(1) Group home/nonstatutory. The conditions are as follows:
a. At least 800 square feet of lot area shall be provided for each person
housed on the site.
b. At least 150 square feet of usable open space shall be provided for each
person housed on the site At least 12% of the lot area shall be
developed as designed outdoor recreation area.
(2) Nursing home. The conditions are as follows:
a. A minimum of 600 square feet of lot area shall be provided for each
person to be housed on the site.
b. All structures shall be located at least 30 feet from a lot line of an abutting
lot in an R district.
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c. The lot shall contain at least 150 square feet of usable open space per
resident. At least 12% of the lot area shall be developed as
designed outdoor recreation area.
***
(d) Uses permitted by conditional use permit. No structure or land in any R-3 district
shall be used for the following uses except by conditional use permit. These uses
shall comply with the residential restrictions and performance standards of section
36-162, all the general conditions provided in section 36-365, the specific
conditions imposed in this subsection (d) and such other conditions as may be
imposed by the city council under subsection (b) of section 36-34.
(1) Cluster housing. The conditions are as follows:
a. Cluster housing shall meet the following minimum requirements:
1. No more than four dwelling units shall be incorporated in a single
building.
2. The density of the development shall not exceed the density
allowed in the zoning district in which the use is to be
located; except when the use is located adjacent or across
the street from public protected parks or open space which
are equal to or greater than the area of the development site
and the proposal is found to promote goals and policies of
the city, the density may be increased by 60 percent.
3. The site shall not be less than one-half acre.
4. This section shall not be applied to conversion of existing dwelling
units but may be applied to site clearance and
redevelopment. Existing units may be incorporated into
new development plans when such units are not converted.
5. There shall be 600 square feet of usable open space for each dwelling unit. This
requirement may be reduced to 400 square feet if the use is located
adjacent or across the street from public protected parks or open
space and the proposal is found to promote goals and policies of
the city. Each lot developed with a single cluster housing unit
shall contain a minimum of 400 square feet of open lot area or a
minimum of 12% of the total cluster housing development area
shall be designed outdoor recreational area.
***
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(f) Dimensional standards/densities. The dimensional standards/densities are as
follows:
***
(9) Each lot shall contain at least 400 square feet of usable open space for each
dwelling unit located on it. Each lot shall contain 150 square feet of usable
open space for each person occupying group living quarters on the lot.
Each lot developed with a single-family or two-family residence shall
contain at least 400 square feet of open lot area per dwelling unit.
***
(13) Any parcels which are subdivided for the purpose of creating condominium
ownership are permitted provided that the overall density created within
all condominium parcels and the common lot do not exceed the maximum
density permitted within the zoning district. Provisions for open space
designed outdoor recreation area may be provided on a common lot. Any
front, rear, and side yard dimensions required by this section shall apply
from the building face to the property line of the common lot.
***
Sec. 36-166. R-4 multiple-family residence district.
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(c) Uses permitted with conditions. A structure or land in an R-4 district may be used
for one or more of the following uses if its use complies with the residential
restrictions and performance standards of section 36-162 and those conditions
specified for the use in this subsection (c):
(1) Adult day care. The conditions are as follows:
a. The facility shall be located in a religious facility, community center,
nursing home or hospital.
b. A minimum of 150 square feet of outdoor area for seating or exercise area
shall be provided for each person under care/ At least 12% of the
lot area shall be developed as designed outdoor recreation area.
***
(3) Group home/nonstatutory. The conditions are as follows:
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a. A minimum of 800 square feet of lot area shall be provided for each
person housed on the site.
b. A minimum of 150 square feet of usable open space shall be provided for
each person housed on the site At least 12% of the lot area shall be
developed as designed outdoor recreation area.
(4) Nursing home. The conditions are as follows:
a. A minimum of 500 square feet of lot area shall be provided for each
person to be housed on the site.
b. All structures shall be located a minimum of 30 feet from a lot in an R
district.
c. The lot shall contain a minimum of 150 square feet of usable open space
per resident. At least 12% of the lot area shall be developed as designed
outdoor recreation area.
***
(d) Uses permitted by conditional use permit. No structure or land in any R-4 district
shall be used for the following uses except by conditional use permit. These uses
shall comply with the requirements of all the general conditions provided in
section 36-365 and with the specific conditions imposed in this subsection (d) and
such other conditions as may be imposed by the city council under section 36-
34(b).
(1) Multiple-family dwelling. The conditions are as follows:
a. Access shall be to a roadway identified in the comprehensive plan as a
collector or arterial or shall be otherwise located so that access can
be provided without generating significant traffic on local
residential streets.
b. Building lots shall contain a minimum of 400 square feet of usable open
space per dwelling unit and no more than one-half can be located
in the front yard. New developments which are required or elect to
dedicate land or cash in lieu of land for parks, trails and open space
in accordance with the provisions of this chapter may reduce this
requirement on a one-for-one basis to a minimum of 200 square
feet per dwelling unit. A minimum of 12% of the building lot
shall be developed as designed outdoor recreation area.
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c. The minimum spacing between buildings shall be the average heights of
the buildings.
d. All buildings shall be located a minimum of 15 feet from the back of the
curbline of internal private roadways or parking lots.
e. If parking is accommodated on the required public or private road system,
it must meet minimum public street width requirements of this
chapter to allow on-street parking.
f. Sidewalks with a minimum width of five feet shall be provided along all
sides of the lot that abut a public streets. Sidewalks shall also be
provided between the public street and parking areas to all building
entrances.
(2) Cluster housing. The conditions are as follows:
a. Building lots shall contain a minimum of 400 square feet of usable open
space per dwelling unit and no more than one-half can be located
in the front yard. New developments which are required or elect to
dedicate land or cash in lieu of land for parks, trails and open space
in accordance with the provisions of this chapter may reduce this
requirement on a one-for-one basis to a minimum of 200 square
feet per dwelling unit. Each lot developed with a single cluster
housing unit shall contain a minimum of 400 square feet of open
lot area or a minimum of 12% of the total cluster housing
development area shall be designed outdoor recreational area.
b. The minimum spacing between buildings shall be the average heights of
the buildings.
c. Side and rear yards may be reduced to zero feet where dwellings are
designed to share common walls.
d. Sidewalks with a minimum width of five feet shall be provided along all
sides of the lot that abut a public street and along at least one side
of interior private streets.
e. Attached garages shall be located a minimum of 18 feet from the edge of a
sidewalk closest to it or from the back of the curbline of internal
private roadways or parking lots if no sidewalk exists.
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f. If parking is accommodated on the required public or private road system,
it must meet minimum public street width requirements of the
subdivision ordinance to allow on-street parking.
(3) Elderly housing. The conditions are as follows:
a. Property shall meet all of the conditions for multiple-family
dwelling/cluster housing.
b. A minimum of 25 percent of the usable open space shall be developed as
outdoor recreation or garden areas.
c. Elderly housing shall provide a minimum of 1,000 square feet of lot area
for each dwelling unit.
d. The property owner shall record a covenant to run with the land executed
in a form approved by the city which restricts the use of the
property to occupancy by the elderly.
e. The development shall provide a lounge or other inside community rooms
equal in aggregate size to a minimum of 15 square feet for each unit.
***
(g) Dimensional standards/densities. The dimensional standards/densities are as
follows:
***
(13) Each lot shall contain a minimum of 400 square feet of usable open space for each
dwelling unit located on the lot. Each lot developed with a single-family
or two-family residence shall contain at least 400 square feet of open lot
area per dwelling unit.
(14) Any parcels which are subdivided for the purpose of creating condominium
ownership are permitted provided that the overall density created within
all condominium parcels plus the common lot do not exceed the maximum
density permitted within the use district. Provisions for open space
designed outdoor recreation area may be provided on a common lot. Any
front, rear, and side yard dimensions required by this section shall apply
from the building face to the property line of the common lot.
***
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Sec. 36-167. R-C high-density multiple-family residence district.
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(c) Uses permitted with conditions. A structure or land in an R-C district may be used
for one or more of the following uses if it complies with the residential
restrictions and performance standards of section 36-162 and with those specified
for the use in this subsection:
(1) Adult day care. The conditions are as follows:
a. The facility shall be located in a religious facility, community center,
nursing home or hospital.
b. A minimum of 150 square feet of outdoor area for seating or exercise area
shall be provided for each person under care At least 12% of the
lot area shall be developed as designed outdoor recreation area.
***
(3) Group home/nonstatutory. The conditions are as follows:
a. A minimum of 800 square feet of lot area shall be provided for each
person housed on the site.
b. A minimum of 150 square feet of usable open space shall be provided for
each person housed on the site At least 12% of the lot area shall be
developed as designed outdoor recreation area.
(4) Nursing home. The conditions are as follows:
a. A minimum of 500 square feet of lot area in shall be provided for each
person to be housed on the site.
b. All structures shall be located a minimum of 30 feet from a lot in an R
district.
c. The lot shall contain a minimum of 150 square feet of usable open space
per resident. At least 12% of the lot area shall be developed as designed
outdoor recreation area.
***
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(12) Multiple-family dwelling. The conditions are as follows:
a. Access shall be to a roadway identified in the comprehensive plan as a
collector or arterial or shall be otherwise located so that access can
be provided without generating significant traffic on local
residential streets.
b. Building lots shall contain a minimum of 400 square feet of usable open
space per dwelling unit and no more than half can be located in the
front yard. New developments which are required or elect to
dedicate land or cash in lieu of land for parks, trails and open space
in accordance with the provisions of this chapter may reduce this
requirement on a one-for-one basis to a minimum of 200 square
feet per dwelling unit. A minimum of 12% of the building lot
shall be developed as designed outdoor recreation area.
c. The minimum spacing between buildings shall be the average heights of
the buildings.
d. All buildings shall be located a minimum of 15 feet from the back of the
curbline of internal private roadways or parking lots.
e. If parking is accommodated on the required public or private road system,
it must meet minimum public street width requirements of the
subdivision ordinance to allow on-street parking.
f. Sidewalks with a minimum width of five feet shall be provided along all
sides of the lot that abut a public street. Sidewalks shall also be
provided between the public street and parking areas to all building
entrances.
g. Conditions listed in subsections (c)(12)a.--(c)(12)fe. of this section and
certain performance standards may be waived or amended using
the PUD process if so specified in a redevelopment plan for the
area that has been adopted as part of the city comprehensive plan.
(13) Cluster housing. The conditions are as follows:
a. Building lots shall contain a minimum of 400 square feet of usable open space per
dwelling unit and no more than half can be located in the front
yard. New developments which are required or elect to dedicate
land or cash in lieu of land for parks, trails and open space in
accordance with the provisions of this chapter may reduce this
requirement on a one-for-one basis to a minimum of 200 square
feet per dwelling unit. Each lot developed with a single cluster
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housing unit shall contain a minimum of 400 square feet of open
lot area or a minimum of 12% of the total cluster housing
development area shall be designed outdoor recreational area.
b. The minimum spacing between buildings shall be the average heights of
the buildings.
c. Side and rear yards may be reduced to zero feet where dwellings are
designed to share common walls.
d. Sidewalks with a minimum width of five feet shall be provided along all
sides of the lot that abut a public street and along at least one side
of interior private streets.
e. Attached garages shall be located a minimum of 18 feet from the edge of a
sidewalk closest to it or from the back of the curbline of internal
private roadways or parking lots if no sidewalk exists.
f. If parking is accommodated on the required public or private road system,
it must meet the minimum public street width requirements of the
subdivision ordinance to allow on-street parking.
g. Conditions listed in subsections (c)(13)a.--(c)(13)fc and (c)(13)e-f. of this
section and certain performance standards may be waived or
amended using the PUD process if so specified in a redevelopment
plan for the area that has been adopted as part of the city
comprehensive plan.
***
(d) Uses permitted by conditional use permit. No structure or land in any R-C district
shall be used for the following uses except by conditional use permit. These uses
shall comply with the residential restrictions and performance standards of section
36-162, the general conditions of section 36-367, and with the specific conditions
imposed in this subsection as follows:
(1) Elderly housing. The conditions are as follows:
a. Property shall meet all of the conditional use requirements of multiple-
family dwellings.
b. A minimum of 25 percent of the usable open space shall be developed as
outdoor recreation or garden areas.
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c. Elderly housing shall provide a minimum of 900 square feet of lot area for
each dwelling unit.
d. The property owner shall record a covenant to run with the land executed
in a form approved by the city which restricts the use of the
property to occupancy by the elderly.
e. The development shall provide a lounge or other inside community rooms
equal in aggregate size to a minimum of 15 square feet for each unit.
***
(g) Dimensional standards/densities. The following standards shall apply unless
specifically waived or amended by a redevelopment plan for the area that has
been adopted as part of the city comprehensive plan or as provided in section 36-
367:
***
(13) Each lot shall contain at least 400 square feet of usable open space for each
dwelling unit contained thereon.
(14) Any parcels which are subdivided for the purpose of creating condominium
ownership are permitted provided that the overall density created within
all condominium parcels plus the common lot do not exceed the maximum
density permitted within the zoning district. Provisions for open space
designed outdoor recreation area may be provided on a common lot. Any
front, rear and side yard dimensions required by this section shall apply
from the building face to the property line of the common lot.
***
Sec. 36-193. C-1 neighborhood commercial district.
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(c) Uses permitted with conditions. A structure or land in a C-1 district may be used
for one or more of the following uses if its use complies with conditions stated in
section 36-192, and those specified for the use in this subsection (c). None of the
following uses shall exceed intensity classification 4, except by conditional use
permit:
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(1) Adult day care. The condition for adult day care is that a minimum of 150 square
feet of outdoor seating or exercise area shall be provided for each
person under care at least 12% of the lot area shall be developed
as designed outdoor recreation area.
***
(d) Conditional uses. No structure or land in a C-1 district shall be used for the
following uses except by conditional use permit. These uses shall comply with the
commercial restrictions and performance standards of section 36-192, the
requirements of all the general conditions provided in section 36-365, with the
specific conditions imposed in this subsection (d), and with any other conditions
the city council may impose.
***
(4) Residential/multifamily/cluster housing. The conditions are as follows:
a. It is part of a larger commercial development permitted within the district.
b. The building design and placement provide a desirable residential
environment.
c. Access to off-site parks, open space, plazas and pedestrianways is
provided.
d. The housing is located above the ground floor.
e. The minimum spacing between buildings is at least equal to the average
heights of the buildings except where dwellings share common
walls.
f. The total number of units provided on an individual parcel does not
exceed a density of 30 units per acre.
g. The use is in conformance with the comprehensive plan including any
provisions of the redevelopment chapter and the plan by
neighborhood policies for the neighborhood in which it is located
and conditions of approval may be added as a means of satisfying
this requirement.
h. A minimum of 12% of the site area is developed as designed outdoor
recreation area.
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***
Sec. 36-194 C-2 general commercial district
***
(c) Uses permitted with conditions. A structure or land in a C-2 district, may be used
for one or more of the following uses if its use complies with conditions stated in
section 36-192 and those specified for the use in this subsection (c):
***
(25) Residential/multifamily/cluster housing. The conditions are as follows:
a. It is part of a larger commercial development permitted within the district.
b. The building design and placement provide a desirable residential
environment.
c. Access to off-site parks, open space, plazas, and pedestrianways is
provided.
d. The housing is located above the ground floor.
e. The building where the housing is provided is a maximum of three stories
in height.
f. The total number of units provided on an individual parcel does not
exceed eight.
g. The minimum spacing between buildings is at least equal to the average
heights of the buildings except where dwellings share common
walls.
***
(d) Uses permitted by conditional use permit. No structure or land in a C-2 district
shall be used for the following uses except by conditional use permit. Those uses
shall comply with the commercial restrictions and performance standards of
section 36-192, all those general conditions provided in section 36-367 and with
the specific conditions imposed in this subsection (d), and with any other
conditions which may be imposed by the city council.
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***
(7) Multiple-family dwelling and cluster housing. The conditions are as follows:
a. It is part of a larger commercial development permitted within the district.
b. The building design and placement provide a desirable residential
environment.
c. Access to off-site parks, open space, plazas and pedestrianways is
provided.
d. The housing represents a maximum of 30 percent of the ground floor area
of total development. One hundred percent of floor area above the
ground floor may be developed as housing.
e. The site contains a minimum of 400 square feet of usable open space per
dwelling unit and no more than half of the open space is located in
the front yard. This may be reduced to 200 square feet for each
dwelling unit that is located within 500 feet of a park, public plaza
or other public usable open space. A minimum of 12% of the site
area is developed as designed outdoor recreation area.
f. The minimum spacing between buildings is at least equal to the average
heights of the buildings except where dwellings share common
walls.
g. All dwelling units are at or above the grade of all land within a distance of
25 feet from all faces of the buildings.
h. Buildings are located a minimum of 15 feet from the back of the curbline
of internal private roadways or parking lots.
i. Housing density does not exceed 50 units per acre.
j. The use is in conformance with the comprehensive plan including any
provisions of the redevelopment chapter and the plan by
neighborhood policies for the neighborhood in which it is located
and conditions of approval may be added as a means of satisfying
this requirement.
(8) Elderly housing. The conditions are as follows:
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a. The property meets all of the conditional use requirements of multiple-
family dwellings in subsection (d)(7) of this section.
b. A minimum of 25 percent of the usable open space is developed as
outdoor recreation or garden areas.
c. A minimum of 900 square feet of lot area is provided for each dwelling
unit.
d. Covenants running with the land in a form approved by the city attorney
have been recorded which restrict the use of the property for
occupancy by the elderly.
e. The development shall provide a lounge or other inside community rooms
amounting to a minimum of 15 feet for each unit.
f. The use is in conformance with the comprehensive plan including any
provisions of the redevelopment chapter and the plan by
neighborhood policies for the neighborhood in which it is located
and conditions of approval may be added as a means of satisfying
this requirement.
***
Sec. 36-222. Office district restrictions and performance standards; general
provisions.
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(11) Each lot shall contain usable open space/plazas at the ratio of 0.12 times the gross
floor area of all the structures on the lot; but shall not be less than 12
percent of the total lot area. These areas shall be developed into functional
and aesthetic yard areas, plazas, courtyards and/or pedestrian facilities
which are compatible with or enlarge upon the pedestrian links and public
open space. The usable open space may be provided on a lot separate from
the use provided that it is part of the overall development covered by a
PUD process or that covenants which ensure the perpetuation of the
required open space in a form approved by the city attorney be provided.
***
Sec. 36-223 O office district
***
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(e) Uses permitted by PUD. No structure or land in any O district shall be used for
the following uses except by the PUD process. These uses shall comply with the
requirements of all the general conditions provided in section 36-222 and with the
specific conditions imposed in this subsection (e). Uses and structures which are
permitted by right, permitted with conditions, or permitted as conditional uses
may also be permitted by PUD. Provisions for the PUD and modifications to
dimensional standards and densities are provided under section 36-367.
(1) Multiple-family dwellings. The provisions are as follows:
a. The housing is part of a larger development permitted within the district.
b. The building design and placement provide a desirable residential
environment.
c. Access to off-site parks and open space, plazas and pedestrianways is
provided.
d. Housing-related uses do not represent more than 25 percent of the first
story or 25 percent of the second story of any building in the
development.
e. A minimum of 400 square feet of usable open space is provided per
dwelling unit and no more than half is located in the front yard.
f. No dwelling units are located below the second story of the building. All
housing-related uses located within the first story shall be limited
to common areas and rental offices.
g. The minimum spacing between buildings in a multi-building project is at
least equal to the average heights of the buildings except where
dwellings share common walls.
h. All buildings are located a minimum of 15 feet from the back of the
curbline of internal private roadways or parking lots.
i. The density does not exceed 50 units per acre. The maximum density may
be increased by up to 50 percent at the sole discretion of the city
council if two or more of the following are provided:
1. At least 80 percent of the required parking is provided in
underground or aboveground structures, including all levels
of parking ramps.
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2. Buildings are placed at or near the street right-of-way and off-
street parking is screened from the public right-of-way by
buildings.
3. At least 35 percent of the building ground coverage contains
structures of six or more stories in height, thereby
conserving open space within the development site.
j. The use is in conformance with the comprehensive plan including any
provisions of the redevelopment chapter and the plan by
neighborhood policies for the neighborhood in which it is located
and conditions of approval may be added as a means of satisfying
this requirement.
(2) Elderly housing. The provisions are as follows:
a. All of the requirements of multiple-family dwellings in subsection (e)(1)
of this section are met.
b. A minimum of 25 percent of the usable open space shall be developed as
outdoor recreation or garden areas.
c. A minimum of 900 square feet of lot area is provided for each dwelling
unit.
d. Covenants running with the land which restrict the use of the property for
occupancy by the elderly in a form approved by the city attorney
have been recorded.
e. A lounge or other inside community room totaling a minimum of 15
square feet for each unit is provided.
f. The use is in conformance with the comprehensive plan including any
provisions of the redevelopment chapter and the plan by
neighborhood policies for the neighborhood in which it is located
and conditions of approval may be added as a means of satisfying
this requirement.
(3) Shopping centers. The provisions are as follows:
a. The shopping center is part of a larger development permitted within the
district.
b. Each lot shall contain usable open space/plazas at the ratio of 0.12 times
the gross floor area of all the structures on the lot, but shall not be
less than 12 percent of the total lot area. These areas shall be
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developed into functional and aesthetic yard areas, plazas,
courtyards and pedestrian facilities which are compatible with or
enlarge upon the pedestrian links and public open space.
***
(g) Dimensional standards. The dimensional standards are as follows:
(10) Each lot shall contain designed outdoor recreation area/plazas at the ratio
of 0.12 times the gross floor area of all the structures on the lot; but shall
not be less than 12 percent of the total lot area. These areas shall be
developed into functional and aesthetic yard areas, plazas, courtyards
and/or pedestrian facilities which are compatible with or enlarge upon the
pedestrian links and public open space. The designed outdoor recreation
area may be provided on a lot separate from the use provided that it is part
of the overall development covered by a PUD process or that covenants
which ensure the perpetuation of the required designed outdoor recreation
area in a form approved by the city attorney be provided.
***
MX – Mixed Use District
***
Sec. 36-266 Dimensional/performance standards and general requirements.
***
(4) The development site shall include a minimum of 12 percent usable open space
designed outdoor recreation area based on private developable land area.
The minimum open space requirement may be reduced to a minimum of
eight percent of the private developable land area if one or more of the
following are provided:
a. Accessible usable open space. Accessible usable open space on land
within 600 feet of all buildings within the development. Such open
space must be protected by covenants which ensure its
perpetuation. Open space credits for protected open space are
granted at the sole discretion of the city council based upon the
following findings:
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1. The land area of the usable open space is at least twice the size of
the open space credit requested for the development site;
2. The development includes logical pedestrian/bicycle connections
from the usable open space, through the development site,
and to other properties adjacent to the development; and
3. The design of the development is sensitive to the usable open
space. Sensitive design features include the following:
i. Design of pedestrian/bicycle connections to enhance
existing circulation patterns within the open space;
ii. Location of building service areas away from the open
space or in heavily screened areas;
iii. Design and location of buildings to complement the scale
and character of the open space; and
iv. Use of substantial landscaping to provide adequate
transitions between the development and open
space.
b. Public art. Open space credits for public art are granted at the sole
discretion of the city council and may reduce open space
requirements by a maximum of two percentage points.
c. Other public amenities. Open space credits for public amenities are
granted at the sole discretion of the city council and may reduce
open space requirements by a maximum of two percentage points.
***
Section 36-367. Planned unit development (PUD) process.
TABLE 36-367A
ALLOWABLE MODIFICATIONS IN PUDS
Chapter Requirement
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Distance from property lines, except when
abutting residentially zoned or used property
No required yards
Distance from other buildings As building code allows
Building height No maximum if consistent with the
comprehensive plan
Density 10% increase or as consistent with the
comprehensive plan
Ground floor area 5% increase
Floor area ratio Limited by height, density and ground floor
area restrictions
Usable open space Designed Outdoor
Recreation Area
20% 33% decrease consistent with
provisions below. If land is dedicated for
park, then the decrease may be increased to
50% according to provisions below.
Parking 15% decrease in addition to other allowable
chapter reductions
***
(4) An applicant for a PUD seeking modifications as permitted in table 36-367A shall
demonstrate how the proposal will enhance, support, and further the
following objectives:
a. Provide for integrated pedestrian facilities to and within the project;
b. Enhance linkages to mass transit facilities;
c. Increase the supply of low-income and moderate-income housing;
d. Incorporate implementation of travel demand management strategies as
part of the PUD plan;
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e. Provide public plazas and usable open space designed outdoor recreation
area which exceeds minimum chapter requirements; and
f. Provide a high degree of aesthetics through overall design and display of
public art.
(5) If the applicant is seeking modifications to the use district requirements for designed
outdoor recreation area, those modifications are allowed at the sole
discretion of the City Council based upon the following provisions.
a. Reductions of up to 50% of the designed outdoor recreational area shall be
approved by PUD at the sole discretion of the City Council only if the site
meets of the following requirement:
Land or cash in lieu of land is dedicated for parks, trails, and open space
on a one for one basis up to a maximum of 50% of the requirement.
b. If the full park dedication reduction is not taken, the City Council may
consider reductions if the site meets one or more of the following
requirements, but in no case may the reduction for these items exceed 33%
or the cumulative reduction exceed 50% of the requirement:
1. Permanent accessible open space or regional trail is located on land
within 600 feet of all buildings within the development and meets all of
the following:
i. Such open space or regional trail is deeded as public and
designated in the Comprehensive Plan as Park or is protected by
covenants which ensure its perpetuation for public use.
ii. The land area of such open space is at least twice the size of the
recreational area credit requested for the development site.
iii. The development includes logical pedestrian/bicycle
connections to the open space or regional trail.
iv. The location of building service areas is away from the open
space or in heavily screened areas.
v. Design and location of buildings complement the scale and
character of the open space, and
vi. Use of substantial landscaping is provided to create transitions
between the development and open space.
Projects meeting all of the open space/trail requirements may reduce
designed outdoor recreational area requirements by up to 20%
2. Public Art. Recreation space credits for public art are granted at the
sole discretion of the city council and may reduce designed outdoor
recreational area requirements by up to 20%.
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3. Other public amenities. Recreational area credits for public amenities
are granted at the sole discretion of the city council and may reduce the
designed recreational area requirements by a maximum of 20%.
4. A redevelopment plan has been adopted into the Comprehensive Plan
that approves reductions to designed outdoor recreational area by a
maximum of 33%.
5. Indoor parks. Recreation space credits for significant indoor
recreational space, such as a park or courtyard, may be granted at the sole
discretion of the city council and may reduce designed outdoor
recreational area requirements on a one for one basis by up to a maximum
of 20%
***
(4) Final PUD plan. The final development plan for a PUD shall contain all of the
following information:
a. A final plat which meets the requirements of the Code provisions which
create condominium ownership, if required.
b. A final site plan drawn to scale showing the location of all structures
including their placement, size and type as well as streets, parking
areas and stall arrangement, walkways and other pedestrian
facilities, parking calculations, and open space designed outdoor
recreation area including public plazas and commons.
Sec. 3. The contents of Planning Case File 03-70-ZA are hereby entered
into and made part of the public hearing record and the record of decision for this
case.
Sec.4. This Ordinance shall take effect fifteen days after its publication.
Adopted by the City Council
Reviewed for Administration
City Manager Mayor
Attest: Approved as to Form and Execution:
St. Louis Park City Council Meeting
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City Clerk City Attorney
03-70-ZA:res-ord
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SUMMARY
ORDINANCE NO. 2267-04
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ST. LOUIS PARK ORDINANCE CODE
RELATING TO ZONING BY AMENDING SECTIONS 36-4, 36-36, 36-37, 36-72, 36-
115, 36-142,
36-163, 36-164, 36-165, 36-166, 36-167, 36-193, 36-194,
36-222, 36-223, 36-266, and 36-367
This ordinance amends various sections of the Ordinance Code to redefine and
standardize open space requirements in the various zoning districts.
This ordinance shall take effect 15 days after publication.
Adopted by the City Council April 12, 2004
Jeffrey W. Jacobs /s/
Mayor
A copy of the full text of this ordinance is available for inspection with the City Clerk.
Published in St. Louis Park Sailor: April 22, 2004
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4c. Motion to approve second reading and adopt an ordinance amending St. Louis
Park Ordinance Code (Zoning) relating to allow catering as an accessory use to
certain uses in the Office District; approve summary ordinance and authorize
publication. Case Nos. 04-02-ZA
Background
WHIOP Real Estate LTD has requested a text amendment to allow catering in the Office District
if accessory to a restaurant, food service, delicatessen, grocery store or retail bakery. This text
amendment has been requested in order to accommodate a restaurant with liquor and catering
operations in the Interchange Office building, in the space formerly occupied by Yvette’s
restaurant. Staff proposed an alternative amendment which would meet the applicant’s needs.
On February 18, 2004, the Planning Commission opened a public hearing, and upon a 6-0 vote
recommended approval of the ordinance as proposed by staff. Staff’s proposal amended the land
use table, removed grocery stores from the list of uses for which catering could be accessory to
in the “O” District, and attached conditions for the storage and keeping of vehicles related to the
catering use. (Staff’s recommendation required the vehicles to be stored either inside a building,
screened from off-site views in a parking structure or legally stored off-site.)
On March 15, 2004, the City Council considered the advice and recommendation of the Planning
Commission and approved first reading of the attached ordinance on a 7-0 vote.
Proposed Ordinance
The proposed amendment (see attached ordinance) if approved would amend the land use table,
and allow catering as an accessory use to certain land uses in the Office District with the
conditions that the vehicles be stored either inside a building, screened from off-site views in a
parking structure or legally stored off-site. The ordinance would go into effect on May 7, 2004.
Attachments Proposed Ordinance
Proposed Summary Ordinance
Prepared By: Gary Morrison, Assistant Zoning Administrator
Approved By: Tom Harmening, City Manager
St. Louis Park City Council Meeting
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ORDINANCE NO. 2268-04
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ST. LOUIS PARK ORDINANCE CODE
RELATING TO ZONING BY AMENDING SECTIONS 36-115 and 36-223(f)
REGARDING CATERING
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ST. LOUIS PARK DOES ORDAIN:
Findings
Sec. 1. The City Council has considered the advice and recommendation of the Planning
Commission (Case No. 04-02-ZA).
Sec. 2. The St. Louis Park Ordinance Code, Section 36-223(f) Office District: Accessory Uses is
amended to add the following:
(6) Catering if accessory to a restaurant, food service, delicatessen or retail bakery with the
condition that all vehicles used in connection with the catering operation be stored within a
building or screened area of a parking structure or in a legal off-site location.
The St. Louis Park Ordinance Code, Section 36-115 Table 36-115A is amended as follows:
Zoning
Districts R-1 R-2 R-3 R-4 R-C C-1 C-2 O I-P I-G M-X
Catering N N N N N A A A PC P A
Sec. 3. The contents of Planning Case File 04-02-ZA are hereby entered into and made
part of the public hearing record of decision for this case.
Sec. 4. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall be effective fifteen (15) days after its passage and
publication.
Reviewed for Administration Adopted by the City Council
_______________________________ ___________________________
City Manager Jeffrey W. Jacobs, Mayor
ATTEST: Approved as to Form and Execution
_______________________________ ____________________________
Cynthia Reichert, City Clerk City Attorney
St. Louis Park City Council Meeting
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SUMMARY
ORDINANCE NO._____________
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO ZONING BY
AMENDING SECTIONS 36-115 and 36-223(f) REGARDING CATERING
This ordinance states that catering will be allowed as an accessory use to certain uses in the
Office District.
This ordinance shall take effect 15 days after publication.
Adopted by the City Council April 12, 2004
Jeffrey W. Jacobs /s/
Mayor
A copy of the full text of this ordinance is available for inspection with the City Clerk.
Published in St. Louis Park Sailor: April 22, 2004
04-02-ZAsum/res-ord
St. Louis Park City Council Meeting
041204 - 4d - 2004 Equipment Replacement Revisions
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4d. Motion to Adopt a Resolution Approving the Final 2004 Equipment Replacement
List
Background: At the City Council Meeting on November 3, 2003, Council adopted resolution
#03-160 accepting the 2004 Equipment Replacement List and authorizing the purchase of those
vehicles. In developing that list, Public Works staff met with each equipment-using department
to discuss fleet management as well as short term and long term planned replacements. From
those discussions, Public Works created the planned replacement list for 2004 (attached). The
final list for year 2004 contained 37 units estimated to cost (gross) $945,340.
Discussion: The impacts of planned replacements are not always fully understood, resulting in
the out-of-cycle replacement of associated equipment. Occasionally, operational or budgetary
changes impact the planned replacement schedule. This year, two changes are required to the
previously-approved Equipment Replacement List. These changes result in a net cost increase of
approximately $3,660
- Change #1: When Public Works planned on replacing their skid-steer with a larger model,
staff did not realize the new model would exceed the weight capacity of its current trailer (Unit
#9408T). As a result, Public Works now needs to also replace its current skid-steer trailer with a
larger trailer. We propose to replace it with the current paver trailer (Unit #9622T). Reassigning
9622T as the skid-steer trailer will eliminate having to use its heavy, cumbersome side ramps as
is now done with the paver (these ramps have already caused at least one worker’s compensation
claim). We propose purchasing a new, safer, rear-loading T-20 trailer to be used for the paving
operation. The net result of these changes would be to dispose of the small trailer (Unit #9408T)
and the purchase of a new larger T-20 trailer for about $10,000 net cost. This will provide
Operations with two trailers appropriately sized and equipped to handle our larger skid-steer
loader and paver. Differences in budget and maintenance costs are expected to be negligible.
- Change #2: Inspections had planned on replacing two of their mid-sized vehicles, Units
#9506 and #9507, with hybrid vehicles (~ $22K each). However, after re-evaluating their
vehicle needs, usage, and costs, Inspections has determined they should retain one of their mid-
sized vehicles (Unit #9506), replace the other vehicle this year (Unit #9507), and purchase one
new additional mid-sized vehicle. Unit #9506 will be replaced in 2006, resulting in a net
increase of one vehicle in Inspections. The two new units would be mid-sized E85 vehicles (~
$12K each). Purchasing vehicles equipped with E85 fuel systems will still provide
environmentally-friendly emissions, but at substantially reduced costs. These savings will
enable Inspections to increase their fleet size without having to increase their budget.
Additionally, with an increased fleet, Inspections will no longer require use of the City Hall pool
cars. Public Works will monitor and evaluate use of the two city hall pool cars. If use drops as
expected, one of them could be eliminated in the future.
Recommendation: Approve the purchase of a new T-20 paver trailer (effectively replacing
9408T, the under-sized skid-steer trailer); and the purchase of two mid-sized E85 vehicles to
replace one mid-sized Inspections vehicle (effectively increasing Inspections’ vehicle fleet by
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one). The results of these changes are reflected in the attached “Amended 2004 Equipment
Purchases” list.
Attachments:
Resolution Adopting Amended 2004 Equipment Purchases list
2004 Equipment Purchases list (as adopted by Resolution 03-160)
Prepared by: Mark Hanson, Operations Superintendent
Reviewed by: Michael P. Rardin, Director of Public Works
Brian Hoffman, Director of Inspections
Approved by: Tom Harmening, City Manager
St. Louis Park City Council Meeting
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RESOLUTION NO. 04-050
RESOLUTION ACCEPTING REPORT, APPROVING SPECIFICATIONS,
AND AUTHORIZING ADVERTISEMENTS FOR BIDS FOR
YEAR 2004 MAJOR EQUIPMENT PURCHASES
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of St. Louis Park, Minnesota adopted resolution
#03-160 accepting the 2004 Equipment Replacement List and authorizing the purchase of those
vehicles; and
WHEREAS, In developing that list, Public Works staff met with each equipment-using
department to discuss fleet management as well as short term and long term planned
replacements and from those discussions, has created the planned replacement list for 2004.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of St. Louis
Park, Minnesota, that the Amended 2004 Equipment Replacement List attached as Exhibit A to
this resolution is hereby adopted.
Reviewed for Administration: Adopted by the City Council April 12, 2004
City Manager Mayor
Attest:
City Clerk
St. Louis Park City Council Meeting
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EXHIBIT A to RESOLUTION 04-_______
No.
Old
Unit
No.Old Description
Rpl.
Cycle Age Primary Department
New Vehicle
Description
Est. Cost
2004
1 0105 SEDAN,POLICE SQUADS 2 3 POLICE DEPT SEDAN,POLICE SQUADS 25,235
2 0201 SEDAN,POLICE SQUADS 2 2 POLICE DEPT SEDAN,POLICE SQUADS 25,235
3 0202 SEDAN,POLICE SQUADS 2 2 POLICE DEPT SEDAN,POLICE SQUADS 25,235
4 0203 SEDAN,POLICE SQUADS 2 2 POLICE DEPT SEDAN,POLICE SQUADS 25,235
5 0204 SEDAN,POLICE SQUADS 2 2 POLICE DEPT SEDAN,POLICE SQUADS 25,235
6 8678 GANG REEL MOWER 18 18 GROUNDS/NAT RES TORO 4700D 69,010 *
7 8841 TRUCK SINGLE DUMP 15 16 POOL TRUCK SINGLE DUMP 108,150 *
8 8841UB PLOW,UNDERBODY 15 16 OPERATIONS WING PLOW 6,901
9 130.13 DROP SANDER 15 16 OPERATIONS SPIN SPANDER 2,987
10 97141 FRONT PLOW 15 7 OPERATIONS FRONT PLOW 5,785
11 9229 MOWERS, LARGE WALK BEHIND 10 12 BLDG & STRUCTURE AEBI TC07 24,545
12 9404 SEDAN,MID-SIZE 8 10 ENGINEERING SEDAN,MID-SIZE 16,635
13 9405 TRUCK,1/2T,2X4 10 9 FACILITIES MAINT TRUCK,1/2T,2X4 20,137
14 9407 SKID-STEER LOADER 10 10 OPERATIONS SKID-STEER LOADER 25,750
15 9415 TRACKLESS 6 10 OPERATIONS TRACKLESS 60,770 *
16 9415B SNOW BLOWER for Trackless 10 10 OPERATIONS SNOW BLOWER for Trackless 6,695
17 9425 VANS,CARGO/CLUB 8 10 WATER DEPT MINIVAN 22,227
18 9426 TRUCK,1T,UTILITY 10 10 STORM SEWER TRUCK,1T,UTILITY 26,523
19 9427 TRUCK,1T,UTILITY 8 10 WATER DEPT MINIVAN 22,227
20 9429 TRUCK,1T,UTILITY 10 10 BLDG & STRUCTURE TRUCK,1T,UTILITY 26,523
21 9430 VANS,CARGO/CLUB 10 10 ENGINEERING VANS,CARGO/CLUB 24,442
22 N/A SEDAN,MID-SIZE 8 N/A INSPECTIONS SEDAN,MID-SIZE (E-85)12,000
23 9507 SEDAN,MID-SIZE 8 9 INSPECTIONS SEDAN,MID-SIZE (E-85)12,000
24 9511 TRUCK,3/4T,2X4 8 9 GROUNDS/NAT RES TRUCK,3/4T,4X4 22,918
25 9606 TRUCK,2T SUPER DUTY W BOOM 8 8 OPERATIONS TRUCK,2T SUPER DUTY W B 55,105 *
26 9609 SEDAN,MID-SIZE 8 8 POLICE DEPT SEDAN,MID-SIZE 16,635
27 9610 SEDAN,MID-SIZE 8 8 POLICE DEPT SEDAN,MID-SIZE 16,635
28 9702 SEDAN,RETIRED POLICE 2 7 POOL SEDAN,RETIRED POLICE 8,472
29 9703 SEDAN,RETIRED POLICE 2 7 POOL SEDAN,RETIRED POLICE 8,472
30 9718 TRUCK,1/4T,4X4SPORT-UTL 8 7 POLICE DEPT Truck, 1/2 T, 4x4 Sport-Utl 33,475
31 9731 FLOOR MACHINE 7 7 REC CENTER FLOOR MACHINE 12,103
32 9520 TRUCK,3/4T,2X4 10 9 FACILITIES MAINT TRUCK,3/4T,4X4 22,918
33 N/A N/A 10 N/A OPERATIONS FRONT PLOW (P/U)3,565
34 0322 SKID-STEER LOADER,LEASE 1 1 GROUNDS/NAT RES SKID-STEER LOADER,LEASE 2,369
35 9519 TRUCK,1/2T,2X4 10 9 OPERATIONS TRUCK,1T,4X4 26,523
36 N/A N/A 10 N/A OPERATIONS FRONT PLOW (P/U)3,565
37 8821 TRACTOR 15 16 GROUNDS/NAT RES AEBI TERRATRAC TT70S 83,838 *
38 9408T TRAILER 20 10 OPERATIONS TRAILER (T-20)12,926
Total
Notes: * For units estimated near or over $50,000, Council will be requested to authorize purchase
949,001$
Amended 2004 Equipment Purchases
St. Louis Park City Council Meeting
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2004 Equipment Purchases as adopted by Resolution 03-160
No.
Old
Unit
No.Old Description
Rpl.
Cycle Age Primary Department
New Vehicle
Description
Est. Cost
2004
1 0105 SEDAN,POLICE SQUADS 2 3 POLICE DEPT SEDAN,POLICE SQUADS 25,235
2 0201 SEDAN,POLICE SQUADS 2 2 POLICE DEPT SEDAN,POLICE SQUADS 25,235
3 0202 SEDAN,POLICE SQUADS 2 2 POLICE DEPT SEDAN,POLICE SQUADS 25,235
4 0203 SEDAN,POLICE SQUADS 2 2 POLICE DEPT SEDAN,POLICE SQUADS 25,235
5 0204 SEDAN,POLICE SQUADS 2 2 POLICE DEPT SEDAN,POLICE SQUADS 25,235
6 8678 GANG REEL MOWER 18 18 GROUNDS/NAT RES TORO 4700D 69,010 *
7 8841 TRUCK SINGLE DUMP 15 16 POOL TRUCK SINGLE DUMP 108,150 *
8 8841UB PLOW,UNDERBODY 15 16 OPERATIONS WING PLOW 6,901
9 130.13 DROP SANDER 15 16 OPERATIONS SPIN SPANDER 2,987
10 97141 FRONT PLOW 15 7 OPERATIONS FRONT PLOW 5,785
11 9229 MOWERS, LARGE WALK BEHIND 10 12 BLDG & STRUCTURE AEBI TC07 24,545
12 9404 SEDAN,MID-SIZE 8 10 ENGINEERING SEDAN,MID-SIZE 16,635
13 9405 TRUCK,1/2T,2X4 10 9 FACILITIES MAINT TRUCK,1/2T,2X4 20,137
14 9407 SKID-STEER LOADER 10 10 OPERATIONS SKID-STEER LOADER 25,750
15 9415 TRACKLESS 6 10 OPERATIONS TRACKLESS 60,770 *
16 9415B SNOW BLOWER for Trackless 10 10 OPERATIONS SNOW BLOWER for Trackless 6,695
17 9425 VANS,CARGO/CLUB 8 10 WATER DEPT MINIVAN 22,227
18 9426 TRUCK,1T,UTILITY 10 10 Storm Sewer TRUCK,1T,UTILITY 26,523
19 9427 TRUCK,1T,UTILITY 8 10 WATER DEPT MINIVAN 22,227
20 9429 TRUCK,1T,UTILITY 10 10 BLDG & STRUCTURE TRUCK,1T,UTILITY 26,523
21 9430 VANS,CARGO/CLUB 10 10 ENGINEERING VANS,CARGO/CLUB 24,442
22 9506 SEDAN,MID-SIZE 8 9 INSPECTIONS SEDAN,MID-SIZE 16,635
23 9507 SEDAN,MID-SIZE 8 9 INSPECTIONS SEDAN,MID-SIZE 16,635
24 9511 TRUCK,3/4T,2X4 8 9 GROUNDS/NAT RES TRUCK,3/4T,4X4 22,918
25 9606 TRUCK,2T SUPER DUTY W BOOM 8 8 OPERATIONS TRUCK,2T SUPER DUTY W B 55,105 *
26 9609 SEDAN,MID-SIZE 8 8 POLICE DEPT SEDAN,MID-SIZE 16,635
27 9610 SEDAN,MID-SIZE 8 8 POLICE DEPT SEDAN,MID-SIZE 16,635
28 9702 SEDAN,RETIRED POLICE 2 7 POOL SEDAN,RETIRED POLICE 8,472
29 9703 SEDAN,RETIRED POLICE 2 7 POOL SEDAN,RETIRED POLICE 8,472
30 9718 TRUCK,1/4T,4X4SPORT-UTL 8 7 POLICE DEPT Truck, 1/2 T, 4x4 Sport-Utl 33,475
31 9731 FLOOR MACHINE 7 7 REC CENTER FLOOR MACHINE 12,103
32 9520 TRUCK,3/4T,2X4 10 9 FACILITIES MAINT TRUCK,3/4T,4X4 22,918
33 N/A N/A 10 N/A OPERATIONS FRONT PLOW (P/U)3,565
34 0322 SKID-STEER LOADER,LEASE 1 1 GROUNDS/NAT RES SKID-STEER LOADER,LEASE 2,369
35 9519 TRUCK,1/2T,2X4 10 9 OPERATIONS TRUCK,1T,4X4 26,523
36 N/A N/A 10 N/A OPERATIONS FRONT PLOW (P/U)3,565
37 8821 TRACTOR 15 16 GROUNDS/NAT RES AEBI TERRATRAC TT70S 83,838 *
Total
Notes: * For units estimated near or over $50,000, Council will be requested to authorize purchase
945,340$
2004 Equipment Purchases
St. Louis Park City Council Meeting
041204 - 4e - VoiceStream Antenna Lease Agreement
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4e. Motion to adopt the attached resolution for authorization to enter into a lease
agreement between the City and VoiceStream Minneapolis, Inc. (VoiceStream)
for space on the water tower at 2541 Nevada Avenue for communications
antenna for an initial lease term of five (5) years with option for four (4)
additional five (5) year renewal terms.
Background: The City has negotiated eight (8) leases with four (4) vendors regarding
use of the City’s water towers for placement of antenna for the transmission and
reception of radio communication signals. Similar types of agreements have been
negotiated throughout the metro area as these companies are setting up a network of new
communication systems. VoiceStream is looking to set up a site in St. Louis Park on our
existing water tower located at 2541 Nevada Avenue thereby not requiring the
construction of a separate antenna tower. This is the third antenna lease negotiated with
VoiceStream.
This agreement is based on our standard lease earlier developed by the City. Our City
Attorney has assisted in the preparation and review of this agreement.
The agreement is attached and provides for the following:
• Five (5) year initial lease term with four (4) additional five (5) year renewals.
• Rent of $18,000 per year with 5% escalator for each year of the Agreement (rent
subject to change if additional antennas added).
• Communications equipment to be installed in a shelter designed, built, and
maintained by VoiceStream.
• Right of pre-emption by the City if necessary for public safety communication needs.
• Non-exclusive use allowing the City to lease available space to others.
• Appropriate termination provisions, insurances and protections.
The antenna configuration proposes three (3) standard panel mountings with a total of
nine (9) antennas placed about 2/3 of the way up the legs of the water tower and painted
to match the color of the tower. While the antenna will be visible they should not be
obtrusive and will not extend up above the tower in any way.
Staff recommends that Council authorize this agreement with VoiceStream.
Attachments: Resolution
Prepared by: Scott Merkley, Public Works Coordinator
Through: Michael P. Rardin, Public Works Director
Approved by: Tom Harmening, City Manager
St. Louis Park City Council Meeting
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RESOLUTION NO. 04-051
RESOLUTION APPROVING LEASE AGREEMENT
FOR COMMUNICATIONS ANTENNA
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of St. Louis Park wishes to enter into a
non-exclusive lease agreement with VoiceStream Minneapolis, Inc., (VoiceStream) for
the use of space at the City water tower at 2541 Nevada Avenue; and
WHEREAS, the Director of Public Works has negotiated a lease agreement with
terms acceptable to the City Council;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mayor and City Manager
are hereby authorized to enter into a lease agreement with VoiceStream for the leasing of
space at the City water tower site located at 2541 Nevada Avenue for the purposes of a
communication antenna and related base equipment; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that such lease term shall be for a period of five
(5) years commencing immediately with the right of VoiceStream to extend the initial
term for four (4) additional five (5) year terms with an initial term annual rent amount of
$18,000.
Reviewed for Administration: Adopted by the City Council April 12, 2004
City Manager Mayor
Attest:
City Clerk
St. Louis Park City Council Meeting
041204 - 4f - Agmt for 2004 Flood Improvements - Barr Engineering
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4f. Motion to approve a contract with Barr Engineering for Professional Engineering
Services related to the 2004 Flood Improvement Projects
Background: Three flood improvement projects have been included in the 2004-2008 Capital
Improvement Program for 2004. These projects were added on to the initial list of flood
improvement projects identified by the City as part of the overall Flood Mitigation Program.
Funding for these projects was requested in the 2002 Minnesota Department of Natural
Resources (DNR) legislative grant request. Funds from this grant were released for use by the
City in June of 2003. The goal of the City’s program is to provide 100-year flood protection plus
25% at all identified problem areas within the community.
The projects scheduled for 2004 are:
Project No. Area No. Location
03-12 25 28th Street & Jersey Avenue
03-13 26 27th Street & Dakota/Colorado Aves.
03-16 24 23rd Street & Edgewood Avenue
Barr Engineering will analyze the flooding problems at each site by preparing a computer model
of the drainage area and existing storm sewer systems. They will then use this model to analyze
corrective actions and options for each of the flood areas. These corrective actions will be
presented to the City in the form of a feasibility report.
The consultant’s fees are estimated to be $26,500 for each project for a total contract amount of
$79,500. Each project will have its own budget and fees will be paid based on actual hours
expended. 50% of the costs of these projects are reimbursable through the legislative DNR
Grant. The remaining portion of the projects will be paid using Storm Water Revenue Bond
funds.
Once a corrective action plan is established for each flood problem area, Barr will provide design
services and, potentially, construction inspection and project management services for each of
the projects. This work would be in addition to the contract proposed in this report.
Recommendation: Motion to authorize the Mayor and City Manager to execute a contract with
Barr Engineering for services associated with the development of storm water modeling and
preparation of feasibility reports for each of the three 2004 storm water improvement projects in
the amount of $79,500.
Prepared by: Maria A. Hagen, City Engineer
Reviewed by: Michael P. Rardin, Director of Public Works
Approved by: Tom Harmening, City Manager
St. Louis Park City Council Meeting
041204 - 4g - MCWD Management Model Agmt
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4g. Motion to approve a resolution authorizing the City of St. Louis Park to execute an
agreement with the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District for the use of the
Minnehaha Creek Management Model
Background: The Minnehaha Creek Watershed District (MCWD) has developed a computer
model (the Minnehaha Creek Watershed Management Model, or MCWMM) consisting of
geographic-based data that may be used to determine hydrologic, hydraulic and water quality
conditions at all specific points within the watershed under specific land use and land cover
scenarios. The MCWMM has been developed for application to watershed-wide planning efforts
as well as evaluation of the local consequences of development or public infrastructure projects.
The MCWD believes that wide-spread use of the MCWMM by public agencies will have the
highest watershed-wide benefit. As a result, it does not charge public agencies for use of the
MCWMM.
The City of St. Louis Park has several potential uses for the MCWMM, including, but not
limited to:
• FEMA regulatory floodplain alteration, which could potentially remove areas of the
city from the floodplain,
• determination of impacts on Minnehaha Creek and the floodplain by larger City
projects, and
• use by developers in planning projects to minimize impact on the floodplain
In return for the use of the MCWMM, the City of St. Louis Park will agree to provide an annual
report of projects within the city which would impact the model. Staff does not feel this
requirement is burdensome given the benefits derived from potential use of the model.
The City Attorney is in the process of examining the agreement. Execution of the agreement
will be subject to his review.
Recommendation: Motion to approve the attached resolution authorizing the City of St. Louis
Park to execute an agreement with the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District for the use of the
Minnehaha Creek Management Model.
Attachments: Resolution
License agreement
Prepared by: Laura Adler, Engineering Program Coordinator
Reviewed by: Maria Hagen, City Engineer
Michael P. Rardin, Director of Public Works
Approved by: Tom Harmening, City Manager
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RESOLUTION NO. 04-052
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF ST. LOUIS PARK TO EXECUTE AN
AGREEMENT FOR THE USE OF THE MINNEHAHA CREEK WATERSHED
MANAGEMENT MODEL
WHEREAS, the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District has developed a Watershed
Management Model which is described in the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District License
Agreement attached and hereby made a part of; and
WHEREAS, the City of St. Louis Park, Minnesota, desires to use this Minnehaha Creek
Management Model in the course of conducting the City’s business; and
WHEREAS, the parties agree that the execution of this agreement is necessary to
adequately protect said Minnehaha Creek Management Model; and
NOW, THEREFORE, be it resolved that the City Council of St. Louis Park, Minnesota,
authorizes the Mayor and City Manager to execute this agreement on behalf of the City, subject
to final review by the City Attorney.
Reviewed for Administration Adopted by the City Council April 12, 2004
City Manager Mayor
Attest:
City Clerk
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LICENSE AGREEMENT
MINNEHAHA CREEK WATERSHED MANAGEMENT MODEL
Licensee:
THIS LICENSE AGREEMENT is entered into by the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District (“District”), a
political subdivision of the State of Minnesota, and _____________________, a ________________________
("User").
WHEREAS the District has developed a model consisting of geographic-based data that may be used to
determine hydrologic, hydraulic and water quality conditions at all specific points within the watershed
under specified land use and land cover scenarios (“Minnehaha Creek Watershed Management Model,”
or MCWMM);
WHEREAS the MCWMM has been developed for application to watershed-wide planning as well as to
the evaluation of the local consequences of development or public infrastructure projects;
WHEREAS the MCWMM has been developed with public resources, and it is the District’s intent that the
MCWMM be made available to other public bodies to provide the greatest public benefit for purposes of
water resource planning, management and protection;
WHEREAS the District finds that wide usage of the MCWMM by public bodies within the watershed has
watershed-wide benefit, wishes to promote such use, and therefore has determined not to charge other
public bodies for use of the MCWMM;
WHEREAS the District and User have a shared interest in the District’s maintenance of current
geographic-based data within the MCWMM so that the MCWMM continues to reflect existing conditions
at the time of use; and
WHEREAS the District has determined that the MCWMM data are classified as “trade secret
information,” nonpublic data and otherwise data not subject to disclosure under the Minnesota Data
Practices Act, Minnesota Statutes Chapter 13;
NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of the foregoing, the District and User agree as follows:
1. Use of MCWMM Data
1.1 Authorized Uses. User is granted a nonexclusive, nontransferable and nonassignable license to use
the MCWMM. This license shall be in effect only during compliance by User and its agents, consultants
and contractors (ACC’s) with the terms and conditions of this License Agreement. User and, pursuant to
section 1.3, its ACC’s may use the MCWMM in the form provided by the District for User's own
authorized public purposes and for no other purpose. User and its ACC’s may modify or transfer the
MCWMM data, or merge the MCWMM data into other data bases, only for User's authorized public
purposes. User and its ACC’s may operate on the MCWMM data using such proprietary or public
software as it independently is authorized to use and may disclose or distribute the products of that
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operation, but it may not disclose or distribute the MCWMM data in the same or substantially the same
form as received from the District.
User may duplicate the MCWMM data for use by User and its ACC’s, provided the central processing
units on which the MCWMM data are maintained support only equipment operated by User and its
ACC’s, and the MCWMM data are used only for User's own authorized public purposes. Except for off-
site backup pursuant to established procedures, User and its ACC’s shall not remove the MCWMM data
from their place of business.
1.2 Unauthorized Uses. User and its ACC’s shall not use the MCWMM data on behalf of any individual,
organization, corporation, government entity, or any other party other than User. User’s ACC’s shall use
the MCWMM data only in the conduct of User’s business and for User’s authorized public purposes.
User and its ACC’s shall not duplicate or disclose the MCWMM data to any third parties unless such use,
duplication or disclosure is expressly authorized in writing by the District. User and its ACC’s shall not
charge third parties for the availability of the MCWMM data. This shall not prevent User and its ACC’s
from charging third parties as otherwise authorized for its software costs, staff time or other ancillary
costs associated with modeling and analysis using the MCWMM data.
User acknowledges that the District has declared the applicability of copyright protection to the
MCWMM data. User shall conform to all legal requirements consistent with the copyright status of the
data as declared by the District.
1.3 Third Party Access. If it is necessary for User to make the MCWMM data available to an outside ACC
for User's authorized public purposes, User must obtain from each ACC and provide to the District a
signed copy of the Watershed Management Model Third-Party Certification attached to and incorporated
into this License Agreement as Attachment A, and must receive a written authorization from the District.
1.4 Data Security. User and its ACC’s agree to take all necessary and reasonable steps to ensure the
MCWMM data are not disclosed or made accessible in whole or in part to third parties except as may be
authorized in this License Agreement. User and its ACC’s agree they will not knowingly or negligently
allow their employees or agents to copy, sell, disclose or otherwise make the MCWMM data available to
others. User and its ACC’s agree to immediately notify the District by telephone and in writing of any
unauthorized sale or other disclosure. User and its ACC’s further agree to prevent unauthorized
disclosure through appropriate security measures including, but not limited to, providing physical
security for copies of the MCWMM data and taking all steps that they take to protect tangible and
intangible data products of their own that they regard as proprietary, confidential or nonpublic.
1.5 Data Practices Act. User shall treat the MCWMM data as nonpublic data not subject to public
disclosure under the Data Practices Act and shall advise any requestor of the data classification
accordingly. User shall notify the District immediately of any challenge to User’s withholding of the
MCWMM data and shall not release the MCWMM data, or any part thereof, pursuant to the Data
Practices Act without written authorization from the District.
1.6 Reservation of Rights. The MCWMM data are the exclusive property of the District, which retains all
right, title and interest in the MCWMM data, including the right to license the data to other users. Any
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right or remedy provided to the District in this License Agreement shall be nonexclusive and in addition
to any other right or remedy available to the District in law or equity.
1.7 Errors and Omissions. User timely shall advise the District in writing of any errors or omissions it
finds within the MCWMM data.
1.8 Annual Report. User shall submit to the District annually by January 31 a report containing the
following information: (a) a description of each change in land use, land cover and stormwater
conveyancing infrastructure since the date of the previous annual report that may affect the outcome of
hydrologic, hydraulic or water quality modeling within the drainage area where the change has occurred,
including all information necessary for the District to maintain the currency of the MCWMM; (b) a text
description of User’s use of the MCWMM data since the date of the previous annual report; and (c) the
name and contact information for the User’s representative(s) who may be contacted for further
information regarding the matters in the report.
2. License Agreement Term and Termination
2.1 Term. The term of this License Agreement shall commence upon execution of this License Agreement
by both parties and shall end on the January 31 first following commencement. Notwithstanding, the
License Agreement shall renew automatically from year to year provided that the District has received
the annual report required by paragraph 1.8.
2.2 Termination for Cause. Notwithstanding section 2.1, the District may terminate this License
Agreement at any time on written notice to User if User fails to comply with the terms and conditions of
this License Agreement, and may terminate the License Agreement without cause on 30-day notice to
User.
2.3 Return or Destruction of MCWMM Data. When this License Agreement has been terminated, User
must either destroy all copies of the MCWMM data and provide to the District written certification of the
destruction, or return all copies of the MCWMM data to the District.
3. Limited Warranty and Disclaimers
3.1 Limited Warranty. The MCWMM data provided by the District are made available to User subject to
the following limitations and restrictions:
(a) User is responsible for the installation and use of the MCWMM data and the results or consequences
obtained from User's installation or use of the MCWMM data.
(b) The District does not warrant that the MCWMM data are error free, and disclaims any other
warranties, express or implied, respecting this License Agreement or the MCWMM data.
(c) THE MCWMM DATA, AND ASSOCIATED MANUALS, REFERENCE MATERIALS AND
TECHNICAL DOCUMENTATION (IF ANY), ARE PROVIDED "AS IS" WITHOUT ANY
SUPPORT WHATSOEVER AND WITHOUT WARRANTY AS TO THEIR PERFORMANCE,
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MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THE ENTIRE RISK AS
TO THE RESULTS AND PERFORMANCE OF THE MCWMM DATA IS ASSUMED BY USER.
(d) THE DISTRICT SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL,
COMPENSATORY OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, LOSS OF PROFIT, OTHER FINANICAL
LOSS, LOSS OF DATA, OR ANY OTHER DAMAGE OF ANY KIND ARISING OUT OF USER’S
USE OR ATTEMPTED USE OF THE MCWMM DATA, OR ANY THIRD PARTY CLAIMS THAT
MAY RESULT FROM THE USE OF THE MCWMM DATA, EVEN IF THE DISTRICT HAS BEEN
ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH POTENTIAL LOSS OR DAMAGE.
3.2 Sole Remedies. User's sole and exclusive remedy for breach of these limited warranties shall be to
return the MCWMM data to the District within sixty (60) days of receipt. The District shall replace or
repair the MCWMM data at its discretion and return the MCWMM data to User.
3.3 Indemnification. User shall indemnify, defend and hold harmless the District, its officers, board
members, employees and agents from any and all actions, costs, damages and liabilities of any nature
related to User’s use of the MCWMM data, to the degree they are the result of User’s or an ACC’s
negligence, or other action or inaction by User or an ACC that is the basis for User’s or an ACC’s liability
in law or equity. Nothing in this License Agreement shall be construed to waive any immunity applicable
to the District or User or otherwise to create a right in any third party.
4. General Terms and Conditions
4.1 Whereas Clauses. All recitals included in this License Agreement are incorporated into and
considered a part of the Agreement.
4.2 Amendment. The terms of this License Agreement may be amended only by written agreement of the
District and User.
4.3 Governing Law. This License Agreement shall be governed by and interpreted according to the laws
of the State of Minnesota.
4.4 Waiver. No waiver of any violation of this License Agreement shall constitute a waiver of any
subsequent violation, whether of the same or of any other term. Subsequent performance of any of the
terms of this License Agreement shall not constitute a waiver of any preceding violation, regardless of the
other party's knowledge of the preceding violation at the time of subsequent performance. The delay or
omission of any party's exercise of any right arising from any default shall not affect or impair the party's
rights regarding the same or future default.
4.5 No Agency. The District and User are independent parties for all legal purposes hereunder, and
nothing herein shall be construed to create an agency, joint venture, partnership or other form of business
association between the parties.
4.6 Assignment. User shall not assign, sublet or transfer this License Agreement in whole or in part,
without the prior written consent of the District. Any attempt to assign, sublet or transfer this License
Agreement without prior written consent shall be void and of no force or effect.
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4.7 Correspondence. Correspondence regarding this License Agreement or the MCWMM data shall be
directed as follows:
To the District:
Modeling Coordinator
Minnehaha Creek Watershed District
18202 Minnetonka Boulevard
Deephaven MN 55391
To User:
City Manager
City of St. Louis Park
5005 Minnetonka Boulevard
St. Louis Park, MN 55416
952/924-2500
4.8 Survival of Provisions. All obligations of User regarding use and protection of the MCWMM data, all
indemnification obligations and limitations on all warranties in this License Agreement shall survive
termination of the Agreement.
4.9 Authority. The person or persons executing this License Agreement on behalf of User represent that
they are duly authorized to execute this License Agreement on behalf of User and represent and warrant
that this License Agreement is a legal, valid and binding obligation enforceable according to its terms.
INTENDING TO BE LEGALLY BOUND by the foregoing terms:
______________________________________________
Print name and title:
Date:
(Attach Resolution of Governing Body Authorizing Signature)
MINNEHAHA CREEK WATERSHED DISTRICT
______________________________________________
District Administrator
Date:
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ATTACHMENT A
WATERSHED MANAGEMENT MODEL THIRD-PARTY CERTIFICATION
_________________________ hereby requests authority to exercise rights to use the Minnehaha Creek
Watershed District’s Watershed Management Model (MCWMM) as an agent, consultant or contractor to
_____________________ under the License Agreement executed on ______________ between
___________________ and the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District. In assuming that authority, and in
consideration therefore, ___________________ hereby represents and affirms that it has received and is
familiar with the cited License Agreement, that its authority is limited by the terms of the Agreement, and
that it is fully subject to all limitations, obligations and liabilities set forth in that Agreement to the same
extent as if it were a signatory thereto.
[NAME of ENTITY]
By ________________________________
Print name and title:
Date:
Address:
Phone:
Email:
(Notary Acknowledgment)
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OFFICIAL MINUTES
PLANNING COMMISSION
ST. LOUIS PARK, MINNESOTA
March 3, 2004--6:00 p.m.
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
MEMBERS PRESENT: Michelle Bissonnette, Lynne Carper, Ken Gothberg,
Claudia Johnston-Madison, Dennis Morris, Carl Robertson,
Jerry Timian (arrived at 6:25 p.m.)
MEMBERS ABSENT: none
STAFF PRESENT: Judie Erickson, Janet Jeremiah, Nancy Sells
1. Call to Order – Roll Call
2. Approval of Minutes of February 18, 2004
Commissioner Morris moved approval of the minutes of February 18, 2004 and
the motion passed 5-0-1 (Commissioner Bissonnette abstained).
3. Hearings
A. Case No. 04-04-ZA—Proposed amendments to St. Louis Park Ordinance
Code (Zoning) relating to Section 36-79 Grading; filling and land
reclamation; excavation and mining that requires a conditional use permit
for fill or excavation of over 400 cubic yards.
Judie Erickson, Planning Coordinator, presented a staff report. She explained that in
terms of trying to streamline the erosion control permitting process, but not lose any of
the controls that still need to be maintained, staff proposes this section of the Code be
deleted as the controls can be retained in the administrative permitting process. She
added that this section of the Code was written many years ago when activities such as
wetland fill and gravel mining activities were occurring, and much of the language is
outdated.
Commissioner Carper said that although a process for neighborhood notification and
comment period will be required under certain circumstances, he is concerned about
reducing exposure of development activities to the larger community which currently
exists through cable TV broadcast of public hearings.
Ms. Jeremiah responded that there are other means of communicating development
activities such as Park Perspective and the web site. The City continues to find ways to
improve those kinds of accessibility. She said the intent of the change in the process is
not to eliminate public information and comment. It is to reduce the onerous layers of
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permitting processes. Ms. Jeremiah said staff believes there is a more efficient way to do
it without losing discussion and public awareness.
In response to Commissioner Carper’s question regarding public hearings for fill or
excavation, Ms. Erickson said that projects which already require a separate conditional
use permit and which include land disturbing events will continue to go through the
Planning Commission process.
Commissioner Carper commented on the Planning Commission’s ability in the past to
provide recommendations regarding providing flag people, holiday concerns and haul
route changes for certain projects.
Ms. Erickson said that the Planning Commission does provide good oversight and
conditions for projects. Staff does its best to try to be sensitive to neighborhoods. City
staff is proposing to streamline the process, still provide for public input, and make St.
Louis Park a little friendlier for development to occur.
Ms. Jeremiah added that staff intends that the previous conditional use permit conditions
would be used as precedent examples for the types of conditions which would be
included on the new permit, such as limiting the hours of operation, the haul route, and
providing flag people.
Commissioner Carper said he did concur with the City in its effort to streamline the
process to make things more efficient and effective for everyone. He said staff had
addressed his concerns about safeguards in the process.
Chair Robertson opened the public hearing. As no one was present wishing to speak, the
Chair closed the public hearing.
Commissioner Bissonnette said she agreed with the staff recommendation to delete
Section 36-79. Chair Robertson said many permitting areas cannot be streamlined but
in those situations where it is possible, the process should be made more efficient.
Commissioner Timian arrived at 6:25 p.m.
Commissioner Gothberg made a motion to recommend approval of Ordinance Code text
amendments (related to zoning) to eliminate Section 36-79. The motion passed on a
vote of 6-0-1 (Commissioner Timian abstained).
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B. Case No. 04-05-CP— Request to consider application of Dworsky Family Trust
and the City for Comprehensive Plan map and text amendments to change the
land use designation for property located in the southwest quadrant of TH7 and
Wooddale Avenue from Civic-Mixed-Use to Commercial Mixed-Use, and
application of City to change the land use designation for property located in the
northeast quadrant of Wooddale Avenue and West 36th Street from Commercial to
Civic-Mixed-Use and to amend text in the Chapter U, Plan By Neighborhood,
Elmwood Neighborhood to change the location of the designated transit station to
correspond to the findings of the Elmwood Area Land Use, Transit, and
Transportation Study, and to amend the text in Chapter P, Redevelopment to limit
land use for the Dworsky property.
Ms. Erickson presented a staff report. She said the staff recommendation for approval is
made with the understanding that traffic in the area needs further study. When a PUD
application is submitted for the project, a traffic study will need to be submitted showing
the level of service impacts at the Wooddale Avenue/Frontage Road and Wooddale
Avenue/TH 7 intersections.
Commissioner Morris asked why the development proposal would come back to the
Planning Commission if the land use designation is changed as currently requested,
making the concept plan conforming,
Ms. Erickson said the development will require a PUD and public hearing before the
Planning Commission. She explained that the current request is for a guide plan land
use change to remove the civic designation. Ms. Erickson said that in the Commercial
Mixed-Use district, the use will require a PUD.
Commissioner Morris said his concern is that the intersection is in flux, partially due to
rapid transit and to a redesign of the roadway. He asked about changing the designation
when another change may be necessary later. He commented on the effect of the
redesign of the roadway on the PUD property. He asked if the current request is
premature, given the flux of the area.
Ms. Erickson said that the Dworsky Family has been involved in the Elmwood Study and
had hoped to do the redevelopment prior to the Study. She said they have been very
patient in allowing the City to complete the Study and also to designate how the City
wants the frontage road to be located. She explained that the applicant’s plan shows
parking where the roadway configuration would be. There is a possibility of moving
parking to a right-of-way at Brunswick Ave. Ms. Erickson said the applicant is interested
in purchasing a piece of City property to make the redevelopment happen. The City
has been involved with the Dworsky Family in discussions about how to make the PUD
work. The City has decided, however, that the transit station will not be located on the
property, making the civic designation inconsistent with the study recommendations or
with future plans for the area. She said an application which is inconsistent with the
Comprehensive Plan cannot be accepted, so that request needs to be put in place before
working on other issues.
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Commissioner Gothberg asked what would happen if the applicant wants to develop the
property but neither the City, Hennepin County or the State has the financing to rearrange
the frontage road?
Ms. Erickson responded that the State does want the rearrangement to happen. There are
several State funds that the City would try to tap into for construction. She said the
more serious difficulty regards timing issues, but the reguiding is the first thing that needs
to occur. Staff wants to make sure that the language and designation is in place which
does address some of the traffic issues.
Commissioner Carper asked if the neighborhood can ratify changes to the
Comprehensive Plan.
Ms. Erickson said a separate neighborhood meeting for the Comp Plan amendments was
not held. The applicant has gone to the neighborhood with their proposed plan. The
feedback Ms. Erickson has received is that the neighborhood is more concerned about the
property south of the railroad and to the west of Wooddale Avenue. Property owners
within 500 feet of the property were notified of the public hearing. Neighborhood
association presidents or contacts are also routinely notified of public hearings regarding
neighborhood property.
Chair Robertson said for future planning on the project, he would suggest that the plan be
designed more uniformly for each façade to accommodate future frontage road
relocation.
Chair Robertson opened the public hearing. As no one was present wishing to speak he
closed the public hearing.
Commissioner Timian asked about the timeline for the transit line.
Ms. Erickson said this line could be the third corridor of light rail transit, making it
approximately 10 years away from development.
Commissioner Timian asked about the possibility of a short term bus line.
Ms. Erickson responded the only possibility at this time, due to legislation, would be
between Hopkins and St. Louis Park.
Commissioner Gothberg made a motion to recommend approval of the map amendment
changing land use designation from Civic-Mixed-Use to Commercial Mixed-Use and
right of way for property on the southwest quadrant of TH7 and Wooddale Avenue. He
made a motion also to recommend approval of the map amendment changing land use
designation for property on the northeast quadrant of Wooddale Avenue and West 36th
Street from Commercial to Civic-Mixed-Use and text amendments to Chapter P and
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Chapter U of Comprehensive Plan 2000 – 2020. The motions were passed on a vote of
7-0.
C. Case No. 03-70-ZA—Proposed amendments to various sections of Chapter 36 of
the Ordinance Code (pertaining to zoning) to redefine and standardize open space
requirements in the various zoning districts.
Ms. Erickson stated that at study sessions, the City Council expressed concern about
lowering the open space requirements for single family homes in the R-1 zoning district.
City Council would like to retain 600 sq. ft. of usable open space (open lot area) in the R-
1 District. Ms. Erickson said in an earlier discussion with the Planning Commission,
staff had not discussed making open space standards consistent for nursing homes, group
homes and other kinds of residential-related uses. She said the entire proposed text
amendments are now to be considered by the Planning Commission. Ms. Erickson said
a spreadsheet attached to the amendments should summarize the proposal for open space
requirements. The staff report also includes a chart showing how the PUD reductions
would be applied to all of the varied uses.
Commissioner Carper asked for explanation about the minimum dimension of 20 feet in
all directions included in the Open Lot Area definition. He said City Council had asked
for 600 sq. ft., but 20 feet in all directions would be 400 sq. ft.
Ms. Erickson said 20 feet in all directions is a minimum dimension not a maximum
dimension, so that anything less than 20 feet cannot be measured. In order to meet the
600 sq. ft. requirement, the open area could be 20 x 30 feet but 10 x 60 feet would not
meet the minimum dimension requirement.
Commissioner Morris said that one reason this was discussed was to prevent space which
was really unusable from being counted as square footage and being designated as the
recreation area.
Chair Robertson asked if there was a minimum dimension for the Designed Outdoor
Recreational Area.
Ms. Erickson said one has not been included at this time. It was not included because it
would be hard to meet all of the standards without providing a reasonable width.
Chair Robertson asked if the summary spreadsheet would appear in the zoning code. Ms.
Erickson said that could be a friendly amendment to the proposed amendments.
Commissioner Gothberg asked why swimming pool was not included in the open lot area
definition, but was included in the Designed Outdoor Recreational Area definition.
Ms. Erickson said the Commission can make a recommendation including a swimming
pool as Open Lot Area.
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Commissioner Morris said in the past discussion occurred whether or not a sand lot was
recreational equipment, or a swimming pool or paved patio decks were considered
recreational or open. He said open and accessible space doesn’t have to be a green space
only. He went on to say that pools are definitely recreational, though seasonal.
Commissioner Gothberg suggested that swimming pools be added into the Open Lot
Area definition.
Commissioner Gothberg said in the Commission’s original discussions relative to single
family and reducing the 600 sq. ft. requirement for usable open space, the Commission’s
recommendations were related to the fact that St. Louis Park has so many small lots
where the 600 sq. ft. requirement can hinder additions to houses and garages. He asked
to hear more about the City Council’s viewpoint. He suggested a compromise depending
on lot size.
Ms. Erickson responded that the Council discussed the 600 ft. requirement at more than
one study session. At Council’s request, staff provided numbers of all of the lots that
were substandard in the R-1 District. She said a lot of discussion was held about the
overall requirement in the R-1 being for larger lots, the feeling of open space versus
building size, and balance. Staff studied variances and found that variances only
inhibited garages in the R-1 district, and did not impact the house because the original
text said it had to be in the rear yard which was the rear 25 feet. Ms. Erickson explained
that if that is fixed in the amendment, Council felt the 600 ft. requirement should be
retained. If there were issues that prohibited expansions, that could be brought back at a
later date.
Chair Robertson commented that a subject at the recent Housing Summit sessions has
related to creative ways to increase house sizes. He said he thinks the 600 ft.
requirement probably works for what currently exists. Other mechanisms may be
looked at to address larger houses and can be addressed in the future.
Commissioner Morris said the 600 ft. requirement should be subject to variance so that if
a property owner wants to expand a garage and needs to take 100 ft. of the open land area
they could request a variance. He said if variance requests become too frequent, then
there is a problem with the code, but it doesn’t exclude people from making those
decisions and expanding their use of the property.
Ms. Jeremiah responded that there would be a variance option. She added that the
variance findings are fairly onerous so expanding a lot or building beyond what is
considered typical, reasonable use would not necessarily warrant a variance. If there
were many variance requests that could be looked at in the future.
Ms. Jeremiah said she wasn’t sure if consensus was reached regarding swimming pools in
the single family districts. She said she wanted to point out that a swimming pool could
conceivably be the only open lot area on a single family property. Ms. Jeremiah added
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that pools aren’t accessible in the winter, they are covered, and may not have the same
appearance as the other types of areas considered to be open lot area. She said it
wouldn’t be uncommon to have a 20 ft. by 20 ft. or 20 ft. by 30 ft. swimming pool on a
single family property. In and of itself that would meet the open lot area requirement.
Chair Robertson suggested that language such as allowing a swimming pool to encroach
as long as 50% of the required open space is not swimming pool could be a compromise.
Chair Robertson opened the public hearing. As no one was present wishing to speak he
closed the public hearing.
Commissioner Morris said he believed the code keeps the door open to expand building
sites in St. Louis Park while still retaining some open space on properties. He asked
about the front yard setback and open space.
Ms. Jeremiah said the open lot area cannot be located in the front yard or the side yard
abutting a street.
Commissioner Morris moved to recommend approval of amendments to various sections
of Chapter 36 of the Ordinance Code (zoning) according to the draft ordinance and with
inclusion of comments and suggestions of the Planning Commission. The motion passed
on a vote of 7-0.
4. Unfinished Business
5. New Business
6. Communications
A. Recent City Council Action – March 1, 2004
B. Other
7. Miscellaneous
Commissioner Morris said in reference to Commissioner Carper’s comment about
neighborhood involvement in Comp Plan changes, specifically the Plan by
Neighborhood section, he suggests a requirement that the neighborhood review
the Plan by Neighborhood section. He suggested a change to the Comp Plan
text such that the neighborhood association must be involved in the decision.
Chair Robertson agreed that it would be good to have official neighborhood
documentation of endorsement or comments as part of the process.
Ms. Jeremiah said that was a very good suggestion. She said in the case of the
application being considered at this meeting, the changes to the neighborhood
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language are consistent with the Elmwood Study, which had already gone through
the neighborhood process. She added that the original Plan by Neighborhood
sections of the Comprehensive Plan were developed during a number of
neighborhood meetings held with Ms. Erickson, so it is a good suggestion that
neighborhoods see the amendments.
8. Adjournment
Chair Robertson adjourned the meeting at 7:15 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Nancy Sells
Administrative Secretary
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041204 - 4i - Amend MSP Planning Contract
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4i. Motion to approve the First Amendment to the Planning Development
Contract by and between the City of St. Louis Park and MSP SLP
Apartments, LLC dated.
Background:
According to the Planning Development Contract between the City and MSP SLP Apartments
LLC, the developer agreed to pay the City $225,000 upon completion by the City of a left turn
lane on Louisiana Avenue and a traffic signal at the intersection of Louisiana Avenue and
Walker Street (the “City Off-Site Costs”). That reimbursement was subsequently reduced by
$2,500 due to the extraordinary costs incurred by the developer to install two exit stairs from its
building along Walker Street per the City’s requirements. The developer remains willing to pay
the remaining $222,500 due under the contract, but would now prefer not to pay it all at once.
The developer is, therefore, requesting that its property at 7201 Walker Street be specially
assessed for these improvements over 10 years as per the terms outlined in the City’s Special
Assessment Policy.
The City’s legal counsel has prepared the attached amendment to the Planning Development
Contract which allows for this special assessment and which has been approved by the
developer. City staff is comfortable with the special assessment approach. This same approach
was agreed to with Methodist Hospital last Fall for the traffic improvements being made on the
south side of Hwy 7.
Attachments: First Amendment to the Planning Development Contract.
Prepared by: Greg Hunt, Economic Development Coordinator
Approved by: Tom Harmening, City Manager
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AMENDMENT TO
PLANNING DEVELOPMENT CONTRACT
THIS AGREEMENT effective April __, 2004, by and between the CITY OF ST.
LOUIS PARK, a Minnesota municipal corporation (“City”), and MSP SLP APARTMENTS,
LLC, a Minnesota limited liability company (“Developer”).
RECITALS
a. Developer is the fee owner of Lot 1, Block 1, MILL CITY ADDITION more particularly
described on the attached Exhibit “A”, all located in the City of St. Louis Park, County of Hennepin,
State of Minnesota, and having a street address of 7201 Walker Street, St. Louis Park, MN ("subject
property").
b. Developer and the City have entered into a Planning Development Contract (“Contract”)
dated April 3, 2000, relating to the Subject Property;
c. Paragraph 5 of that Contract details the terms under which the City was to construct a left
turn lane on Louisiana Avenue and a traffic signal at the intersection of Louisiana Avenue and
Walker Street (the “City Off-Site Costs) and the Developer was to reimburse the City for these
City Off-Site Costs benefiting the Subject Property.
d. The parties now desire to modify the afore-described Paragraph 5 to release the
Developer from its obligation to immediately reimburse the City for the improvements and
instead for the City to levy a special assessment on the Subject Property to allow the Developer
to reimburse the City over a period of years rather than in a lump sum.
NOW THEREFORE, the parties agree that Paragraph 5 of the Contract is amended to read as
follows:
5. The City will construct a left turn lane on Louisiana Avenue and a traffic signal at the
intersection of Louisiana Avenue and Walker Street (the “City Off-Site Costs) and the Developer
will pay the City for these improvements benefiting the Subject Property. The City will
construct the improvements in 2004. The City will assess the Subject Property for the City Off-Site
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Costs in an amount not to exceed two hundred twenty-two thousand five hundred dollars
($222,500), payable in equal principal installments over ten (10) years with the first payment of
principal due in 2005 as taxes are collected. The assessment shall bear interest at a rate set in the
City’s current assessment policy, but not to exceed 8%. Developer may prepay any annual
installment or the entire remaining amount of the assessment as provided for in Minnesota Statutes
Chapter 429. The Developer, by signing this Amendment to Planning Development Agreement,
acknowledges that all procedural and substantive objections to the Assessment are hereby
waived unconditionally. The waiver includes any rights of Developer, its successors or assigns
to any notice, hearing or other procedural requirements under Chapter 429 or other law and any
claim that the assessments exceed the benefit to the Subject Property. The Developer further
waives any appeal rights otherwise available pursuant to M.S.A. § 429.081.
This Agreement shall be recorded against the title to the subject property and shall run with the land.
CITY OF ST. LOUIS PARK
BY: _____________________________________
(SEAL) Jeff Jacobs, Mayor
AND ____________________________________
Tom Harmening, City Manager
MSP SLP APARTMENTS, LLC
By:
Milo Pinkerton
Its: President
STATE OF MINNESOTA )
( ss.
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COUNTY OF HENNEPIN )
The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me this _______ day of
______________, 2004, by Jeff Jacobs and by Tom Harmening, respectively the Mayor and City
Manager of the City of St. Louis Park, a Minnesota municipal corporation, on behalf of the
corporation and pursuant to the authority granted by its City Council.
____________________________________
NOTARY PUBLIC
STATE OF MINNESOTA )
( ss.
COUNTY OF HENNEPIN )
The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me this _______ day of
______________, 2004, by Milo Pinkerton, the President of MSP SLP Apartments, LLC, a
Minnesota limited liability company, on behalf of said limited liability company.
____________________________________
NOTARY PUBLIC
DRAFTED BY:
CAMPBELL KNUTSON
Professional Association
1380 Corporate Center Curve, Suite #317
Eagan, Minnesota 55121
Telephone: (651) 452-5000
JJJ
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EXHIBIT “A”
TO
PLANNING DEVELOPMENT CONTRACT
Lot 1, Block 1, MILL CITY ADDITION, according to the recorded plat thereof, Hennepin County,
Minnesota
(Abstract and Torrens Property)
St. Louis Park City Council Meeting
041204 - 4j - Time Warner Franchise Renewal
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4j. Motion to Extend the Time Warner Cable Renewal Proceeding to November 1, 2004
Background:
The cable tv franchise renewal proceeding is used to evaluate the legal, technical and financial
qualifications of the current cable system operator and evaluate the current and anticipated needs
of different communities within the City. Our current franchise expires February 27.2005.
At their August 4, 2003 meeting, Council extended the renewal proceeding to April 5, 2004, to
continue needs assessment activities. At that time the 2004 council meeting schedule hadn’t been
adjusted to accommodate Passover observance. All Council actions had to be moved to the April
12 meeting.
Currently, staff is researching renewal topics, including community/economic development
(areas unserved by TWC) and public safety (digital phone service 911.) These and proposed
franchise ordinance changes (refer to your February 23 study session handout) have not received
final evaluation and corresponding recommendation. Staff is meeting with TWC public affairs
staff and their legal counsel on April 8. Staff will keep the Council informed as matters
progress.
Prepared by: John McHugh, TV Coordinators
Through: Clint Pires, Director of Technology and Support Services
Approved by: Tom Harmening, City Manager
St. Louis Park City Council Meeting
041204 - 4k - 2003 Telecommunications Commission Annual Report
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4k. Motion to Receive the Telecommunications Advisory Commission 2003 Annual
Report for Filing
Report Format:
Members of the Telecommunications Advisory Commission last met with the City Council at the
Study Session of February 23, 2004. At that time council was aprised of the activities of the
Commission including progress made on Cable TV franchise renewal negotiations. It is
anticipated that during the next few months Council and the Commissioners will be meeting
again in study session to discuss the franchise. Because of the frequency of interactions between
the two groups, this annual report has been prepared as a written report. Should council wish to
discuss information contained in this report, a meeting to do so will be scheduled.
Background:
In 2003 the Telecommunications Advisory Commission held 5 regular meetings and made a
presentation to Council at a regular meeting March 17. Two Commissioners attended a spring
legislative luncheon and five Commissioners attended a fall conference held by the Minnesota
Association of Community Television Advisors (MACTA). Also, one Commissioner attended a
conference in Denver hosted by the National Association of Telecommunications Officers and
Advisors. Chair Ken Huiras met periodically with staff to monitor progress on Commission
issues. Other activities of note include:
Time Warner Cable (TWC) Franchise Fee Audit
The audit process began in October, 2001 and concluded in November 2003. As a result of the
audit, TWC made payment of $12,515 to reimburse the City for the cost of the audit and $6,493
for additional amounts due. In the end, there were offsetting claims for underpayments and
overpayments by both parties in amounts of approximately $900. Both parties agreed to drop the
offsetting claims. Additionally, the City will collect additional revenues in the future of several
thousand dollars per year.
Metro Cable Network Channel 6
In July, 2002 the City received a complaint concerning TWC’s practice of charging some
multiple dwelling unit buildings (MDUs) a monthly fee for deleting Regional Channel 6 (and
replacing it with entryway security camera video) based on total units in the building, not on
actual units subscribing to TWC. The Telecommunications Advisory Commission received the
original complaint and discussed it with Time Warner representatives at several meetings. While
the complaint was resolved, the larger issue of TWC "leasing out a channel" by deleting a
programming service required, by state statute, to be delivered to all their metro area subscribers,
remained unresolved and was reviewed by the Commission. The review was carried forward into
2003, and resulted in a standstill agreement (of use of MCN channel 6) that was approved by
Council at the October 7, 2003 meeting.
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Renewal of Time Warner Cable Franchise
A May 24 letter from TWC formally started the renewal process of the current franchise, which
expires February 27, 2005. The renewal proceeding was started by public notice, published
November 14 and 21, 2002. The proceeding was extended at the August 4, 2003 City Council
meeting, and the Council will extend or close the proceeding at the April 12, 2004 Council
meeting. Chair Ken Huiras has met periodically with staff to discuss the renewal issue, and
attended the first renewal meeting with Time Warner Cable.
School District funding
In May the Council approved full funding of the District’s request for a $35,000 operations grant
from cable TV franchise fees. In 2002, the City provided the School District with two grants, an
operations grant for $35,000 and an equipment grant of $38,000, so the 2003 grant was a
reduction consistent with the City Council’s budget direction.
Beginning in January 2003, School Board meetings are carried live and replayed on educational
channel 14 (KPTV), using new equipment provided by the 2002 equipment grant.
Legislative Issues
The Minnesota State Legislature did not address telecommunications reform in 2003. MACTA’s
legislative subcommittee and lobbyists met with Senator Steve Kelley, representatives from the
cable TV industry and the Minnesota Telephone Association seeking broad support for amending
state law.
Telecommunications Advisory Commission
Attendance: 2003
Commissioner 1/23
3/17
Council
meeting
5/8 7/24 10/23 12/4 Total
meetings
attended
Ken Huiras (Chair) YES YES YES YES YES YES 6
Bruce Browning (Vice Chair) YES YES YES - YES YES 5
Rick Dworsky YES - - YES YES YES 4
Dale Hartman YES YES YES - YES YES 5
Bob Jacobson YES - YES - YES YES 4
Mary Jean Overend YES - YES YES YES YES 5
Rolf Peterson YES YES YES - YES YES 5
Attachments:
Work Plan for 2004
Prepared by: Reg Dunlap & John McHugh, TV Coordinators
Through: Clint Pires, Director of Technology and Support Services
Approved by: Tom Harmening, City Manager
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2004 Telecommunications Advisory Commission Work Plan
February 12 Council Chambers
¤ Annual meeting: Elect Chair and Vice Chair
¤ Review draft 2003 Annual Report to Council and 2004 Work Plan
¤ Public Hearing on franchise renewal
¤ Emergency Alert System update
¤ “Pasadena” court case & bill itemization background
¤ Staff proposal for Time Warner $100,000 equipment grant
¤ Background on proper uses of Social Security Numbers & privacy policies
¤ Bylaws reviewed
April 12 Joint meeting with City Council
¤ Renewal extension
¤ Review 2003 Annual Commission Report to City Council
¤ Review Work Plan for 2004
¤ Franchise renewal update
May 6 Westwood Room or at Senior High School
¤ School District funding for 2004
¤ Review: School District using interns for extra experience & to produce programming
¤ Discuss cable TV possibilities related to Jewish Community Center & Park Nicollet
$100,000 Senior Summit grant
August 19 Westwood Room
¤ Review Time Warner Annual Filings
¤ Customer service update
¤ Franchise renewal progress report
¤ Publicity brainstorming for cable access channels
¤ Review Cable TV Department 5 year equipment plan
October 21 Westwood Room
¤ Franchise renewal update
¤ Other leftover topics
December 2 Westwood Room
¤ Time Warner presentation on new cable rates and/or changes in the channel line up
¤ Set meetings for 2005
¤ Work Plan for 2005
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Item: 041204 - 8a - Confirm Appointment of Comm Dev Dir
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8a. Resolution confirming the appointment of Kevin Locke to the position of
Director of Community Development
Recommended
Action:
Motion to adopt resolution confirming the appointment of Kevin
Locke to the position of Director of Community Development
effective May 3, 2004.
Background:
With the appointment of Thomas K. Harmening to the position of City Manager, a vacancy has
been created in the position of Director of Community Development. Following an extensive
recruitment and selection process, the City Manager has selected Kevin Locke to fill the position.
The City’s Community Development Director is primarily responsible for the management and
leadership of the Community Development Department, including planning and zoning, housing,
and economic development and redevelopment. The Director develops and oversees the
preparation of recommendations to the City Council, EDA, Planning Commission, Board of Zoning
Appeals (BOZA) and Housing Authority Board.
In his capacity as Community Development Director for the City of New Brighton, Mr. Locke has
been very successful in his endeavors. The City of St. Louis Park is most fortunate to find him
willing to bring his many talents and abilities to our community.
City Charter Section 5.04: Powers and Duties of the City Manager, states that with the consent of
the Council the City Manager may appoint all department heads and other officers of the City . At
this time, the City Manager is seeking confirmation from the Council of the appointment of Mr.
Kevin G. Locke as Director of Community Development.
Attachments: Resolution
Resume (Supplement)
Prepared By: Cindy Reichert, City Clerk
Approved By: Tom Harmening, City Manager
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RESOLUTION NO. 04-045
CONFIRMING THE APPOINTMENT OF KEVIN G. LOCKE TO THE
POSITION OF DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
EFFECTIVE MAY 3, 2004
WHEREAS, St. Louis Park City Charter section 5.04 grants authority to the City Manager
to control and direct the administration of the City's affairs and to appoint with the consent of the
Council all Department Heads; and
WHEREAS, The appointment of Thomas K. Harmening to the position of City Manager has
resulted in a vacancy in the position of Director of Community Development; and
WHEREAS, The City Manager has caused an extensive recruitment and selection process to
be undertaken and as a result of that process now wishes to appoint Kevin G. Locke to the position
of Director of Community Development.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of St. Louis Park
that the decision of the City Manager to appoint Mr. Locke to the position of Director of
Community Development effective May 3, 2004 is hereby confirmed.
Reviewed for Administration: Adopted by the City Council April 12, 2004
City Manager Mayor
Attest:
City Clerk
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041204 - 8b - 2004 Sidewalk Improvement Project
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8b. City Engineer’s Report: 2004 Sidewalk Improvement Project – City Project
No. 04-02 and Traffic Study No. 588
This report considers the construction of various sections of new sidewalk in
accordance with the City’s sidewalk, trails, and bikeway plan and authorizing
installation of parking restrictions.
Recommended
Action:
1. Motion to adopt the attached resolution approving plans
and specifications and authorizing advertisement for
bids for construction of various sections of concrete
sidewalk.
2. Motion to adopt the attached resolution authorizing
installation of “No Parking” restriction on the north and
south sides of W. 41st Street from Utica Avenue to
Wooddale Avenue.
Background: Making the City a safer and more pedestrian-friendly community was one
of the recommendations of Vision St. Louis Park. In response to this suggestion, a city-
wide Sidewalk, Trail, Bikeway and Crossing Plan was developed. This Plan, which has
been incorporated into the City’s Comprehensive Plan, identifies areas of the city in need
of additional sidewalk, trails or bikeways; and, busy roadway or railroad crossings where
safety improvements can be made. The primary objectives of the program were to
connect points of interest – schools, parks, retail areas, provide for better livability, and
fill in “missing” links in the system.
At the March 1, 2004 City Council meeting, staff presented a preliminary report on this
project and identified potential design issues. At that Council meeting, staff was
authorized to hold informational meetings with the adjacent residents.
Analysis: Five (5) segments of sidewalk were identified for installation within this
year’s project. Trail segments, identified for construction in 2004, will be built as part of
a separate project later this year.
All of the sidewalk segments included in this project were scheduled to be constructed in
2003. Funding for the 2003 sidewalk was anticipated to come from State Aid funds for
those segments along State Aid-designated routes, and from General Obligation Bonds
for the other segments. Due to budget concerns, only State-Aid eligible segments were
constructed in 2003 except for Brookside Avenue which was held over due to concerns
from the neighborhood. Therefore, this project includes all of the non-State Aid
segments plus Brookside Avenue.
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Also, the Walker Avenue segment has been changed from sidewalk to trail at the request
of the Parks and Recreation Department. This segment will be constructed at some time
in the future, when street reconstruction becomes necessary.
Public Involvement: Methods that have been or will be used on this project for
property owner review and communication are summarized in the following table:
Task/Step Approx. Date
Mailed notice of proposed project April 2002
Mailed request for information from adjacent property
owners
February 2003
Informational meeting for Brookside Ave. sidewalk May 2003
Notice of delay in construction due to lack of available
funding
September 2003
Informational meetings with adjacent residents to
discuss preliminary plans
March 2004
Project approval/final plan approval by City Council
(noticed to residents)
April 2004
Pre-construction notice to residents May 2004
Construction (periodic notices throughout as needed) June-August 2004
In February 2003, an informational letter and a questionnaire were mailed to all affected
property owners informing them about the upcoming project. The questionnaire asked
residents to tell the City of any special circumstances or issues that might impact the
project, i.e. sprinkler systems, special plants, etc. A summary of the comments received
from the questionnaires as well as comments received at the recent neighborhood
meetings have been summarized for the Council as an attachment to this report.
Informational meetings were held on March 18th, 2004 with the affected property owners,
to solicit input on the designs and to answer questions about the construction. Following
is a summary of the number of attendees at each informational meeting, based upon the
sign-in sheets:
Meeting Date Segment # of Attendees
March 18 Brookside/Aquila &
Wooddale Avenues/
Morningside Road
4
March 18 W. 41st Street 6
The majority of the attendees were interested in reviewing the proposed design and
determining how it would affect their individual property.
Analysis: Each of the sidewalk segments were designed, by Engineering Division staff,
based upon the guidelines established for the program. These guidelines indicate a
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preferred design of a 6’-wide concrete sidewalk with a 7’-wide grass boulevard. When
necessary to protect trees, where existing yard slopes were significant, or other physical
conditions warranted, the boulevard was narrowed or the sidewalk width was narrowed.
For W. 41st Street, the plan called for the street to be narrowed by 6 feet in order to
accommodate the new sidewalk.
Permits from the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District are required for this project as
well as a City erosion control permit.
Design/Construction Considerations:
Aquila Avenue (33rd Street to 34th Street): Two trees and several bushes will need to be
removed. The fence at 3334 (ranch style) will need to be relocated off the right-of-way
by the property owner. Staff discussed this with the property owner last year via
telephone and at this year’s neighborhood meeting. This sidewalk will also extend north
of 33rd Street and connect into the existing trail in Aquila Park.
Morningside Road(Wooddale Avenue to Browndale Avenue): No significant issues were
encountered in designing this segment. However, the boulevard was eliminated for most
of the segment to avoid impacts to trees. The sidewalk will jog south at the corner of
Browndale Avenue to avoid two large trees. The sidewalk will also extend south on
Browndale, from Morningside, to the first driveway.
Wooddale Avenue (Highway 100 ramp to Webster Avenue): This segment runs along
the east side of Wooddale Avenue, adjacent to Aldersgate Methodist Church. This walk
will bridge the cul-de-sac at Goodrich Avenue which prevents through movement of
vehicles. Two trees will need to be removed to accommodate the new walk, and power
poles will be relocated.
Brookside Avenue (W. 42nd Street to Jackley Park): This segment was originally
intended to run from W. 42nd Street south to Yosemite Avenue. In January 2003, the City
received a petition signed by several residents along Brookside Avenue expressing
concern over the loss of very large, mature trees as a result of the sidewalk installation.
Subsequently, staff prepared a design for Brookside that would narrow the street by 6 feet
in order to install the new walk without the loss of the largest trees. As a result of a
neighborhood meeting and a follow-up meeting with neighborhood representatives, the
walk was shortened to run from W. 42nd Street to the south edge of Jackley Park.
Association leaders expressed interest in providing additional parking, near the park, if
possible. Staff was able to design this sidewalk segment to allow for a 4-stall parking
bay adjacent to the park. Parks and Recreation staff indicated that this was adequate
based on current park activities. This design would remove two trees, relocate the park
sign, and re-grade the slope down into the park.
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W. 41st Street (34th Street to 36th Street): Installing walk in the existing boulevard area
would involve the loss of a significant number of trees. Therefore, staff has designed this
segment to narrow the street by 6 feet with no boulevard to allow installation of the walk.
This will require that the entire street surface be milled off and replaced to provide
adequate drainage. Some storm sewer work is needed on the west end. Street narrowing
will require that parking on both sides of 41st Street, from Utica Avenue to Wooddale
Avenue, be removed.
Concerns were expressed at the informational meeting about the need for this walk, fast
movement of traffic/need for Stop signs at Toledo Avenue and, loss of parking where it is
already scarce. Staff agreed to investigate these requests as appropriate and has
summarized our findings as follows:
Fast Traffic/Installation of Additional Stop Signs at Toledo Avenue to Slow Traffic
According to residents at the informational meeting, the faster traffic travels primarily
from west to east, possibly from the streets to the south of 41st and from the church.
Some residents park their vehicles in a staggered way along 41st Street in an attempt to
slow down the traffic. Stop signs are already installed along all of the side streets leading
onto 41st Street. One resident at the neighborhood meeting commented that many drivers
ignore the Stop sign on the north-bound approach of Salem Avenue and the 4-way Stops
at Wooddale Avenue. There is a slight hill, between Toledo and Utica Avenues, which
reduces sight lines.
Staff feels that narrowing the street to 22 feet may slow down vehicle speeds. It is
unlikely, due to traffic volumes or accidents, that the intersection of Toledo Avenue with
41st Street would meet the warrants for a 4-way Stop condition. Public Works staff is
initiating a separate effort in the Browndale neighborhood to consider implementation of
a basket-weave Stop sign pattern. This effort will likely address these concerns.
Lack of Off-street Parking for Residents & Guests
All of the streets (Salem, Toledo & Utica Avenues) leading onto W. 41st Street have
adequate on-street parking. One home, located at 5250 W. 41st Street, faces W. 41st and
is bounded by two alleys. Wooddale Avenue is currently signed for “No Parking”.
Therefore, the homes that face Wooddale Avenue and the home along 41st Street, are
most affected by the loss of parking. Staff has developed a plan to install a 2-vehicle
parking bay along the north side of 41st Street adjacent to 5250. This would cost an
additional $13,000 and would require a small of amount of private property to construct.
Although construction is feasible, such bays do add additional maintenance costs for the
City and, they can not be designated solely for the use of one or two properties. Bays are
also subject to the same parking restrictions during snow emergencies as streets. This
might alleviate some of the residents’ concerns but not all. One boulevard tree would
need to be removed to construct the bay and a retaining wall would need to be installed
adjacent to the bay.
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Staff has sent a letter to the property owner at 5250 W. 41st Street informing them of the
proposed plan and has requested feedback on their interest in having the City construct
this as a part of the project. Staff will update the Council at the meeting of any response
from the property owner.
Financial Considerations: All of the segments are anticipated to be funded using
General Obligation Bond funds. Estimated costs, based upon the proposed plans, are
slightly higher than originally anticipated when the project was developed. $294,877 was
budgeted in the 2004 Capital Improvement Program for these sidewalk segments. The
total estimated cost, at this time, is $312,730. This is a difference of $17,853 or
approximately 6%. A summary of the anticipated construction costs and design elements
follows:
Estimated Costs:
Street From To Side Walk Width Blvd. Width Cost
Aquila Ave. 33rd Street 34th Street West 6’ 4.5’ $29,618
Wooddale Ave. TH 100 ramp Webster Ave. East 6’ 0’ $37,964
Brookside Ave. W. 42nd Street Jackley Park East 6’ 0’ to 6’ $30,224
Morningside
Rd.
Browndale Ave. Wooddale
Ave.
South 6’ 0’ $31,365
W. 41st Street TH 100 pedestrian
bridge
Wooddale
Ave.
South 6’ 0’ $127,165
Sub-Total $256,336
Contingency $ 25,634
Subtotal $281,970
Engineering &
Admin.
$ 30,760
TOTAL $312,730
Revenue Sources: 2006 General Obligation Bond Funds $312,730
Project Timeline: Should the City Council approve the City Engineer’s Report, it is
anticipated that the following schedule could be met:
• Approval of Plans/Authorization to Bid by City Council April 12, 2004
• Advertise for bids April/May
• Bid Opening May 112004
• Bid Tab Report to City Council; Award contract May 17, 2004
• Construction June thru August, 2004
Attachment: Map (supplement)
Resolution-approve plans and specifications
Resolution-parking restrictions – Traffic Study No. 588
Summary of Resident/Affected Parties Comments
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Letter to 5250 W. 41st Street
Prepared by: Maria A. Hagen, City Engineer
Reviewed By: Michael P. Rardin, Director of Public Works
Approved by: Tom Harmening, City Manager
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RESOLUTION NO. 04-
RESOLUTION APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS
FOR SIDEWALK IMPROVEMENT PROJECT,
PROJECT NO. 04-02 & AUTHORIZING
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS FOR THE SAME
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of St. Louis Park has received a report
from the City Engineer related to the construction of various segments of concrete
sidewalk as identified in the Sidewalk, Trail, Bikeways and Crossing plan.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of
St. Louis Park, Minnesota, that:
1. The plans and specifications for the making of the improvement, as prepared
under the direction of the City Engineer, are approved.
2. The City Clerk shall prepare and cause to be inserted at least two weeks in the
official newspaper and in the Construction Bulletin an advertisement for bids for
the making of said improvement under said-approved plans and specifications.
The advertisement shall appear not less than ten (10) days prior to the date and
time bids will be received by the City Clerk, and that no bids will be considered
unless sealed and filed with the City Clerk and accompanied by a cashier’s check,
bid bond, or certified check payable to the City for five (5) percent of the amount
of the bid.
3. The bids shall be tabulated by the City Engineer who shall report her tabulation
and recommendation to the City Council at the May 17, 2004 City Council
meeting.
Attest: Adopted by the City Council April 12, 2004
City Clerk Mayor
Reviewed for Administration:
City Manager
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RESOLUTION NO. 04-
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING INSTALLATION OF “NO PARKING”
RESTRICTIONS ON THE NORTH AND SOUTH SIDES OF W. 41ST STREET
FROM UTICA AVENUE TO WOODDALE AVENUE
TRAFFIC STUDY NO. 588
WHEREAS, the City of St. Louis Park, Minnesota, has studied and has
determined that traffic controls are necessary at this location.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of
St. Louis Park, Minnesota, that the Director of Public Works is hereby authorized to
install the following controls:
1. “No Parking” restrictions on the north and south sides of W. 41st Street from
Utica Avenue to Wooddale Avenue.
Attest: Adopted by the City Council April 12, 2004
City Clerk Mayor
Reviewed for Administration:
City Manager
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2004 Sidewalk Construction Project
February 2003 Questionnaire Responses*
Segment Name Address Comments
41st Street Carol Friedell 4101 Utica
Avenue
Special plantings or trees in the
boulevard: Birch, apple & Maple
trees
41st Street Kenneth Lundell 4100 Wooddale
Ave.
Special plantings: large Elm tree;
we hope the Elm tree will remain
41st Street Ron & Mary
Berry
4100 Salem Ave. Makes our driveway unusable; If
you do a boulevard setback this
puts the sidewalk within 4-5 feet
of our door. This is #^$*(! We
feel you have been deceitful all
the way thru this project. You’ve
bulldozed your way thru this from
Day 1. We turned in a petition
with over 100 signatures that
were opposed to this project and
you “conveniently” lost it. With
all the budget cuts going on,
programs that really benefit
people being slashed – we think
you can find a better plan for the
money that will be used for
sidewalk going no where! You
have not listened to your citizens
& taxpayers who pay your
paycheck. We guarantee you that
more people would use a
sidewalk going to Browndale
Park than will use the one going
to the foot bridge over 100. Plus,
the City does not maintain the
sidewalks they have-what do they
need to put in more sidewalks
for?
Aquila Ave. Ron & Kate
Westermeyer
3300 Aquila
Ave.
Lilac bushes may not be in
boulevard but they are by
boulevard. Sidewalk appears to
go between the fire hydrant &
bushes.
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Aquila Ave. Betty T. Schmit 3334 Aquila
Ave.
How close to an existing fence &
what accommodations will be
made?
Brookside Ave. Diane Hedges 4201 Brookside
Ave.
We (our neighborhood) are still
hoping you will reconsider &
NOT put in this sidewalk. We
signed a petition & sent you a
photo of one of the large trees
that will be lost. We DO NOT
want this sidewalk.
Morningside Rd. John H. Stout 4309 Browndale
Ave.
We create and maintain a garden
north of our driveway and east of
the new sidewalk. A bit of this
garden would be in the sidewalk
area. We will remove that part.
How much clearance do you
need?
Morningside Rd. Susan Denk &
Deborah Cundy
4909
Morningside Rd.
Special plantings: old willow
trees; Prefer not to remove trees.
Please contact us with proposed
setback of sidewalk.
Morningside Rd. Marcella Bormes 4316 Wooddale
Ave.
Special plantings: A mature Oak
tree is on the path of the yet-to-be
sidewalk. Utmost care should be
taken to avoid damaging this tree.
I find it rather alarming the City
has chosen to undertake the costly
project of sidewalks that we have
managed to “live without” at this
particular time of cutbacks and
budget deficits. If you must
spend why not improve the park
for the families in this area? It is
a matter of short time before we
are told there is a shortage of
funds for the warming house, the
trail upkeep, etc.
Wooddale Ave. Aldersgate
United
Methodist
Church
3801 Wooddale
Ave.
N/A
* Questionnaire was only sent to the residents on the south side of W. 41st Street
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Brookside/Aquila/Wooddale Avenue & Morningside Road Sidewalk Construction
Information Meeting Summary
Date of Meeting: 3/18/04
Number of Attendees: 4
Staff Present: Maria Hagen
Tom Pecchia
The meeting was an open house, so no formal presentation was made. All attendees discussed
impact to property and timeline of construction. Resident on Aquila Avenue requested a
replacement tree for the one being removed. Staff agreed to this.
Resident on Brookside questioned the width of the boulevard. Staff responded that the sidewalk
was placed with a 6’ boulevard to be in line with the design guidelines and to avoid conflicts with
the relocation of overhead power lines. Resident requested a replacement tree for the one being
removed. Staff agreed to this.
Staff received a subsequent phone call from the owner of 4321 Dart Avenue. He had concerns
about placing a mailbox adjacent to the curb and its impact on the sidewalk. Staff responded that
they will work with the home owner in the field.
W. 41st Street Sidewalk Construction Information Meeting Summary
Date of Meeting: 3/18/04
Number of Attendees: 6
Staff Present: Maria Hagen
Tom Pecchia
The meeting was an open house, so no formal presentation was made. The following are
generalized comments that were received:
§ Sidewalk is not necessary because very few walk along the street or use the pedestrian
bridge; kids will still walk in the street
§ Some children do use this street to walk to school
§ Loss of parking for residents and guests; one residence will lose access to parking
directly in front of their home; others are limited by parking restrictions on Wooddale or
because of fire hydrants (staff agreed to look at the possibility of adding a parking bay or
other off-street parking arrangements for the one property)
§ Fast traffic along 41st Street; those in attendance requested consideration be made for
installation of Stop signs on 41st at Toledo Ave. (staff agreed to investigate this but stated
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they would unlikely be warranted and that the narrowing of the street would likely cause a
reduction in speed of vehicles)
§ Vehicles don’t obey the Stop signs at Salem Ave. or at Wooddale Ave.
§ Previous meeting was held and all were opposed but the resulting correspondence
indicated that there was consensus in favor
§ Others in the neighborhood might want this but the negative aspects only affect those
who are adjacent
§ General opposition to putting sidewalk behind the existing curb; general agreement that
this is probably the best option if it proceeds
§ Intent to contact Ward Council person and other Council members to garner support for
removing this segment from consideration
§ Neighborhood Association President plans to solicit comments from the entire
neighborhood via the next newsletter and will convey these to the Ward Council person
§ Lack of sidewalk to other areas such as Browndale Park (staff noted that sidewalk is
being installed along Morningside Ave. this year)
§ Waste of resources-time and money
Previous meeting history:
A previous meeting was held on 1/25/00. Of 527 households notified of that meeting, 15
residents attended along with Chris Nelson, Ward Council Member, Charlie Meyer, City Manager,
and Mike Rardin, Director of Public Works. The initial plan was to install sidewalks on both sides
of 41st Street. This was scaled back to one side only. The south side was chosen since it lined
up with the existing sidewalk on 41st Street, east of Wooddale Ave. The following options were
considered at that meeting:
§ install sidewalk behind existing curb; this would reduce parking to one side only
§ narrow street to 20 feet; make street One-Way and allow parking on one side only
§ Narrow street to 22 feet; continue 2-way traffic and eliminate all parking
Summary:
4 of the 6 attendees were opposed to the construction. 2 were not directly opposed but felt that
the construction was excessive. All Council members may receive comments on this segment.
Staff feels the sidewalk is an important link in the overall network. Attendees were informed that
this item would be brought before the Council for action on April 12th and that adjacent properties
would receive notice of that meeting.
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April 6, 2004
Mr. Steve Hallfin
5250 W. 41st Street
St. Louis Park, MN 55416
Dear Mr. Hallfin:
Thank you for attending the informational meeting on the proposed W. 41st Street sidewalk a
few weeks ago. As was agreed to at that meeting, staff has investigated the feasibility of
constructing a parking bay on the north side of the street to accommodate on-street parking.
The City was able to design a parking bay that will accommodate two vehicles. Due to the
constraints caused by the location of your driveway and the existing alleys, this was the
maximum length and optimum location.
Construction of this bay would require a small amount of your property, (see enclosed
drawing). The bay would need to have retaining wall built around it to make up the
difference in height between your yard and the street. Also, the small 8” diameter tree in the
boulevard would need to be removed. The pine trees can remain in place, however, we may
remove some of the roots during construction.
The City is willing to construct this bay as a part of the project if you are willing to allow for
the construction on your property. In order to do this, you would need to dedicate an
easement to the city for the piece of property we affect. This would be recorded with
Hennepin County.
Please be aware that although this bay would be constructed adjacent to your property, it is
part of the City’s infrastructure and therefore, anyone could park there. It also would be
subject to the same parking restrictions as streets during emergency plowing operations.
Staff will recommend this to the City Council for consideration dependant on whether you
are amenable to this construction and willing to provide the necessary easement. I will be
presenting the sidewalk project to the City Council at their April 12 meeting. I would
appreciate it if you could review the enclosed drawing and contact me as soon as possible to
indicate your preference for construction. I can be reached at 952/924-2687.
Sincerely,
Maria A. Hagen, P.E.
City Engineer
c: Council Member John Basill
Tom Harmening, City Manager
Mike Rardin, Director of Public Works
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8c. City Engineer’s Report: Traffic Signal Improvements on Louisiana Avenue at
Highway 7 – Project No. 00-17
This report considers public improvements to Louisiana Avenue at Highway 7 with
the installation of a permanent traffic signal at the intersection of Walker Street &
Louisiana Avenue, the installation of a temporary traffic signal at Lake Street &
Louisiana Avenue and the construction of dual left-turn lanes on Louisiana Avenue at
Highway 7
Recommended
Action:
Motion to adopt the attached resolution accepting this report,
establishing and ordering Improvement Project No. 00-17,
approving plans and specifications, and authorizing receipt of
bids.
Background: As a result of the new development in the NW quadrant of Louisiana Avenue and
Highway 7 and other proposed developments nearby (i.e. Methodist Hospital expansion, and
possible development in the southwest quadrant of this intersection, among others), the Public
Works Department contracted with WSB and Associates to perform a Traffic Operations study
of the area. The study recommended the installation of new traffic signals at both intersections
of Walker Street and Lake Street with Louisiana Avenue, and the construction of dual left turn
lanes on Louisiana Avenue at Highway 7, north-bound and south-bound. The consultant has
since continued its work and has developed plans and specifications for the construction of these
improvements.
Analysis: The proposed work for this project includes the addition of dual left turn lanes on
Louisiana Avenue at Highway 7. To construct the additional turn lanes, Louisiana Avenue will
have to be widened near Highway 7. The widening will occur along the west side of Louisiana
Avenue and can be accomplished within the existing right-of-way. The median on the south leg
of Louisiana will be relocated and new asphalt pavement will be placed in the west lanes of
Louisiana to accommodate the lane widening. Along with the road construction, a new segment
of pedestrian trail will be constructed along the west side of Louisiana Avenue from Highway 7,
south to Lake Street.
Two new traffic signals on Louisiana Avenue are proposed as part of this project. A new traffic
signal will be installed at the intersection of Louisiana Avenue and Walker Street. This new
signal will help accommodate the increased traffic generated from the Louisiana Oaks
Apartments. The installation of a signal at Louisiana Avenue and Lake Street will also occur.
However this will be a temporary signal. A temporary signal system has wood poles on each
corner of the intersection where the signal heads are held with wires strung between the wood
poles. A temporary signal system is generally used when changes to the intersection
configuration are anticipated in the future. The temporary systems usually cost 45 to 50% less
than a permanent system.
Each of the new traffic signals will be interconnected with the signal system at Highway 7 and
Louisiana Ave. This will allow for coordinated signal timing and provide better traffic
operations between the three intersections. Operation and maintenance of the new signals will
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be provided by Mn/DOT. A cooperative agreement between the city and Mn/DOT will be
prepared to detail the responsibilities for each of the agencies. This will likely be presented to
the City Council for approval early this summer.
Other work to be performed under this project will include new pavement striping and markings
throughout the project area. This will include lane striping on Louisiana Avenue from Walker
Street to Lake Street and pavement markings for crosswalks at all three intersections.
All of the proposed improvements will be constructed while maintaining traffic through the
various intersections. There are no detours planned. At times, lanes will be closed and traffic
will be shifted to adjacent lanes. Signage and barricades will guide motorists through the work
zone. Motorists may experience some minor delays during the construction period.
Public Involvement Process: A letter was sent to all of the property owners adjacent to this
project. The letter explained the scope of the project, how the project would proceed, and what
traffic impacts could be expected. The letter also offered the adjacent property owners the
opportunity to meet with staff and view the proposed construction plans.
To date, property owners representing the Louisiana Oaks Apartments and the new Anderson
Builders development have discussed the project with staff. No issues with the project were
identified.
Financial Considerations: It is proposed that this project be funded by contributions from
benefiting developers with the balance being paid for with Tax Increment Financing (TIF) and/or
HRA levy proceeds. The developer of the Louisiana Oaks Apartments has made a commitment
to pay for the signal at Walker Street ($180,000) and a portion of the left-turn lane modifications
($42,500). They have asked to be assessed for their share of the project costs.
In the development agreement between the city and Methodist Hospital, Methodist has agreed to
contribute a percentage of the costs associated with the temporary signal at Lake Street (80%),
construction of the north-bound dual left turn lanes on Louisiana Avenue at Highway 7 (50%)
and traffic signal modifications to accommodate the dual turn lanes (50%). Methodist Hospital
will also be specially assessed for their share of the project costs. A summary of the project
costs and revenue sources is as follows:
Project Costs
Construction (includes 15% contingency) $ 662,116
Preliminary Engineering $ 61,000
Construction Engineering $ 49,727
TOTAL $ 772,843
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Revenue Sources
TIF Funds and/or HRA levy proceeds $ 315,343
Louisiana Oaks Developer $ 222,500
Methodist Hospital $ 235,000
TOTAL $ 772,843
Proposed Improvement Timetable: Should the City Council approve the City Engineer’s
Report, it is anticipated the following construction timetable could be met:
• City Engineer’s Report to City Council April 12, 2004
• Ad for Bids April
• Bid Opening May 11, 2004
• Bid Award May 17, 2004
• Construction June-August
Feasibility: This project, as proposed herein, is necessary, cost effective, and feasible under the
conditions noted and at the costs estimated.
Attachments: Resolution
Project layout map (supplement)
Prepared by: Jim Olson, Engineering Project Manager
Reviewed By: Maria A. Hagen, City Engineer
Michael P. Rardin, Director of Public Works
Approved by: Tom Harmening, City Manager
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RESOLUTION NO. 04-047
RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE CITY ENGINEER’S REPORT,
ESTABLISHING AND ORDERING IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 00-17,
APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS, AND AUTHORIZING
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS FOR IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 00-17
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of St. Louis Park has received a report from the
City Engineer related to the improvements to Louisiana Avenue at Highway 7 with the
installation of a permanent traffic signal at the intersection of Walker Street and Louisiana
Avenue, the installation of a temporary traffic signal at Lake Street and Louisiana Avenue, and
the construction of dual left-turn lanes on Louisiana Avenue at Highway 7.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Ci ty Council of the City of St. Louis
Park, Minnesota, that:
1. The City Engineer’s Report regarding the improvements to Louisiana Avenue at
Highway 7 with the installation of a permanent traffic signal at the intersection of Walker
Street & Louisiana Avenue, the installation of a temporary traffic signal at Lake Street &
Louisiana Avenue, the construction of dual left-turn lanes on Louisiana Avenue at
Highway 7, Project No. 00-17 is hereby accepted.
2. The proposed project designated as Project No. 00-17 is hereby established.
3. Project No. 00-17 is hereby ordered.
4. The plans and specifications for the making of the improvement as prepared by the City’s
Consultant under the direction of the Director of Public Works are approved.
5. The City Clerk shall prepare and cause to be inserted at least two weeks in the official
newspaper and in the Construction Bulletin an advertisement for bids for the making of
said improvement under said approved plans and specifications. The advertisement shall
appear not less than ten (10) days prior to the date and time bids will be received by the
City Clerk, and that no bids will be considered unless sealed and filed with the City Clerk
and accompanied by a cashier’s check, bid bond, or certified check payable to the City
for five (5) percent of the amount of the bid.
6. The bids shall be tabulated by the City’s Consultant who shall report his tabulation and
recommendation to the City Council.
Reviewed for Administration: Adopted by the City Council April 12, 2004
City Manager Mayor
Attest:
City Clerk
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8d. Application to consider request of Dworsky Family Trust and the City for
Comprehensive Plan map and text amendments to change land use designation
for property located in the southwest quadrant of TH7 and Wooddale Avenue
from Civic-Mixed-Use to Commercial Mixed-Use and right of way, and
application of City to change the land use designation for property located in the
northeast quadrant of Wooddale Avenue and West 36th Street from Commercial
to Civic-Mixed-Use and to amend text in the Chapter U, Plan By Neighborhood,
Elmwood Neighborhood to change the location of the designated transit station
to correspond to the findings of the Elmwood Area Land Use, Transit, and
Transportation Study, and to amend the text in Chapter P, Redevelopment to
limit land use for the Dworsky property.
Case No. 04-05-CP
The proposal includes a request from the Dworsky Family Trust to amend the land use
designation on their property at the southwest quadrant of TH7 and Wooddale Avenue
to remove the “civic” designation from their property to enable a redevelopment plan.
The proposal also includes changing the land use designation to the property identified
in the Elmwood Study as a future transit station.
Recommended
Action:
• Motion to adopt resolution approving a Comprehensive
Plan map amendment changing land use designation
from Civic-Mixed-Use to Commercial Mixed-Use and
right of way for property on the southwest quadrant of
TH7 and Wooddale Avenue contingent upon Chapter P
text changes and approving a Comprehensive Plan map
amendment changing land use designation for property
on the northeast quadrant of Wooddale Avenue and West
36th Street from Commercial to Civic-Mixed-Use and
text amendments to Chapter P and Chapter U of
Comprehensive Plan 2000 – 2020 contingent upon
Metropolitan Council approval., approve the summary
and authorize summary publication.
Background:
When the Comprehensive Plan 2000 – 2020 was adopted in May 1999, the property located at
the southwest quadrant of TH7 and Wooddale Avenue was designated as Civic-Mixed Use in
order to accommodate a transit station. The Comprehensive Plan also stated that a study should
be undertaken of the Elmwood area in order to determine the best location for the transit station.
In 1999, when the Comprehensive Plan was being adopted, the Hennepin County Regional
Railroad Authority (HCRRA) rail corridor was being studied for a busway. Conversations with
Metro Transit indicated that the Dworsky property seemed to be the most appropriate location
for a transit station for a future busway.
Subsequent to the adoption of the Comprehensive Plan 2000 – 2020, the busway study was
terminated and a new study undertaken to determine feasibility of the corridor for rail transit
such as light rail. With the change in mode, HCRRA joined the City of St. Louis Park to study
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the Elmwood area. One goal of the study was to finally determine the best location for a transit
station.
The Elmwood Area Land Use, Transit, and Transportation Study was completed in January
2003. The Study recommended a number of land use and transportation changes for the area,
including a recommendation for a transit station to be located on the northeast quadrant of
Wooddale Avenue and West 36th Street. The proposed amendments reflect this
recommendation. Attached are maps showing both the current Comprehensive Plan land use
designations and the recommended changes.
After the Study was completed, the City Council accepted it in March 2003 and adopted, with
recommendations from the Planning Commission, a number of amendments to the
Comprehensive Plan consistent with the Study recommendations. These include:
• Land use designation changes to the Quadion property changing the designations from
Industrial to Medium Density Residential, Office, Mixed-Use, and Park.
• Text changes to Chapter P, Redevelopment incorporating the concept land use plan and
planning principles.
• Text changes to Chapter U, Plan By Neighborhood, Elmwood Neighborhood.
The proposed map changes are being proposed by the Dworsky Family Trust, owners of property
in the southwest quadrant of TH 7 and Wooddale Avenue and the City.
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No one from the public attended to testify and the Planning Commission and recommended
approval of the Comprehensive Plan land use and text amendments on a vote of 7-0.
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Issues:
• Are the proposed amendments consistent with the Elmwood Area Land Use, Transit,
and Transportation Study?
• Will the amendment hinder an interim use of the transit station site?
• What are the traffic impacts of these amendments?
• What other approvals are required for the Dworsky property?
Issue Analysis:
• Are the proposed amendments consistent with the Elmwood Area Land Use, Transit,
and Transportation Study?
The Elmwood Area Land Use, Transit, and Transportation Study made numerous
recommendations for land use and transportation changes in the Elmwood area. Attached are
renditions of the existing land use (as of 2002) and recommended land use changes taken from
the Study document. The Elmwood Study included both land use recommendations and
planning principles. The planning principles were developed as a way to evaluate future
proposals for land use changes and development plans into the future, especially if they are
inconsistent with the specific land use recommendations of the Study. Also developed was a
conceptual plan to show how the planning principles and land use and transportation
recommendations could be implemented.
As noted above, proposal addresses changes relative to recommendations for the transit station
location. Staff will also discuss recommendations to relocate the south TH7 frontage road and
other issues that relate to the Dworsky property in particular.
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The Dworsky Family Trust (applicant) owns several properties north of the Hennepin Co.
Regional Railroad Authority (HCRRA) Southwest LRT Corridor and southwest of the
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intersection of TH7 and Wooddale Avenue. One parcel of property in this location is owned by
the City and the City is a co-applicant for the proposed change.
The Study recommendations for this property were for a low density office land use and a
relocation of the TH 7 frontage to the south side of the property adjacent to the HCRRA right of
way. The current Comprehensive Plan land use designation for the property is Civic-Mixed Use
and the current zoning on the property is MX – Mixed Use.
The applicant is proposing that the Comprehensive Plan land use designation be amended to
remove the “civic” designation, since the Study found that the most appropriate location for a
transit station was north of 36th Street and east of Wooddale. The applicant is proposing to
change the Comprehensive Plan designation to Commercial-Mixed Use and is proposing to
retain the current zoning designation of MX - Mixed-Use. The applicant is proposing to
redevelop the site by clearing the property of all existing buildings and constructing a two-story
mixed-use building with neighborhood retail uses on the main floor and office above. The
proposal would include underground parking for the office use.
The proposal would place a new 2-story building on the property in such a way that would allow
for the relocation of the frontage road. Attached is the preliminary site plan showing the
approximate alignment of the new frontage road as well as preliminary building elevations. A
decision to reguide the property should be made independent of an actual plan, however.
The Elmwood Study recommendation for land use for the Dworsky property as well as the
property across Wooddale Ave. was a low density office use. The Study findings indicated that
this was a major entrance into the Elmwood Neighborhood and that any redevelopment of these
properties should include entrance elements. The Study recommendation relative to land use
was primarily based upon existing traffic volumes and the short distances between TH 7, the
railroad and 36th Street. A low density office use that has low traffic volumes but requires high
visibility would be optimum. The Study also indicated that a traffic study should be the next
step to confirm the recommendation for low intensity office. Currently, SRF Consulting Group
is in the process of studying the impacts of traffic in the larger Park Commons West and
Elmwood area, but this study has not been completed. The applicant was asked to do a traffic
study to show that the proposed uses would not greatly exacerbate the existing traffic issues at
the Wooddale Avenue/Frontage Road and Wooddale Avenue/TH 7 intersections. A traffic study
has been provided, but it is not sufficient in that it does not indicate either existing or proposed
levels of service at these intersections. (Preliminary findings indicate that the levels of service
on the existing frontage road at Wooddale are already at an “F” and that a relocated frontage
road may need to be constructed at the same time as the proposed project.) The City is working
on a scope for SRF to complete a more detailed study of the area to determine ultimate roadway
design for the frontage road and Wooddale Avenue as well as a study more specifically
addressing the impact of the Dworsky proposal.
The City does not have a comprehensive plan designation or zoning designation for low
intensity office (as was recommended by the Elmwood Study). The request for Commercial-
Mixed-Use does conform to the current Mixed-Use zoning that was assigned to the site in 1999.
(The applicant is proposing to retain the current zoning designation.) The proposed mixed
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office and commercial building does require a plat and PUD. Within the PUD some types of
uses could be restricted if traffic is deemed to be an issue. Staff and the Planning Commission
recommend approval of the proposed map change, but also recommend that text be included in
the Comprehensive Plan (both Chapter U, Plan By Neighborhood and Chapter P,
Redevelopment) that restricts commercial uses based on a traffic analysis. Attached are
proposed text amendments.
Staff and the Planning Commission also recommend that a right of way designation be located in
the area of the proposed new frontage road and that the Commercial-Mixed Use designation be
located over the existing frontage road adjacent to the subject property.
Transit Station Location
The area outlined in blue in the aerial photo below is the area identified in the Elmwood Study as
a transit station. The owners of these properties are as follows:
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3565 Wooddale Avenue David Fellman Commercial C2
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This proposal is to reguide those properties from Commercial to Civic-Mixed Use.
The Elmwood Study indicated that the transit station for the future LRT corridor should be
located at the northeast quadrant of West 36th Street and Wooddale Avenue. This reguiding
proposal is the first step in a series to create the transit station. Hennepin County has recently
entered into a purchase agreement with David Fellman to purchase the Unpainted Place. The
Standal property is currently a parking lot for their building immediately to the south. If a transit
station is built that includes the parking lot property, it’s anticipated that Standal’s parking would
be replaced in a new ramp.
• Will the amendment hinder continued use of the transit station site?
The proposal is to reguide the area designated for the future transit station in the Elmwood Study
from Commercial to Civic-Mixed Use. Hennepin County is purchasing the Unpainted Place
building and will continue to lease it until such time as it is redeveloped for a transit station. The
property owned by CP Rail is currently vacant and not used for side tracks or any other active
use. The parking lot for the Standal property will continue to be available for that building.
Only after a rezoning of property does a land use become non-conforming. Even then, existing
land uses can continue indefinitely. Staff has been in contact with affected property owners
about the proposed Comprehensive Plan map changes. Further discussions will be held with the
various property owners prior to any rezoning action.
• What are the traffic impacts of these amendments?
As stated above, the Elmwood Study recommendations were for low density office uses on either
side of Wooddale Avenue north of the HCRRA Southwest Corridor. This recommendation was
due to the short distance between TH 7, the frontage road and West 36th Street and existing
difficulty for making turning movements both into and from the frontage road.
In order to lessen the traffic problems, the Elmwood Study recommended a relocation of the
frontage road to the south. The building location being proposed by the applicant will
accommodate this relocation provided parking can be relocated onto the existing frontage road or
elsewhere. The applicant is submitting a plan that will accommodate both the existing and
future frontage road. Indications are that the relocated frontage road would need to occur
concurrent with the redevelopment of the Dworsky property. Since the frontage road is
contiguous to the west, opportunities for alternate access are also available.
• What other approvals are required for the Dworsky property?
Prior to any project on the Dworsky property the following approvals and actions are needed:
o Preliminary PUD and plat
o Final PUD and plat
o Sale of City property to the Dworsky Family Trust
o Street vacation and agreement to use parts of SPS property to west for access to
underground parking.
o Watershed district permits, erosion control permits, etc.
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A public hearing at the Planning Commission and City Council approval is required for the
preliminary PUD and plat. Planning Commission recommendation and City Council approval
for the final PUD and plat are also required.
Recommendation:
Staff and the Planning Commission recommend approval of the map amendments changing land
use designation from Civic-Mixed-Use to Commercial Mixed-Use for property on the southwest
quadrant of TH7 and Wooddale Avenue, changing land use designation for property on the
northeast quadrant of Wooddale Avenue and West 36th Street from Commercial to Civic-Mixed-
Use, and text amendments to Chapter P and Chapter U of Comprehensive Plan 2000 – 2020
Attachments: Elmwood Area Land Use, Transit & Transportation
o Existing Land Use
o Proposed Land Use
o Concept Redevelopment Plan
Dworsky application for Comprehensive Plan amendment
Preliminary site plan for Dworsky property (for illustration only)
Preliminary building elevations for Dworsky property (for illustration
only)
Existing and proposed Plan By Neighborhood map and text
Proposed text amendment for Chapter P
Prepared by: Judie Erickson, Planning Coordinator (952) 924-2574
Email: jerickson@stlouispark.org
Approved by: Tom Harmening, City Manager
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RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION APPROVING AMENDMENTS TO THE COMPREHENSIVE
PLAN 2000 TO THE YEAR 2020 FOR THE CITY OF ST. LOUIS PARK
UNDER MINNESOTA STATUTES 462.351 TO 462.364
TO CHANGE LAND USE DESIGNATION FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT
SOUTHWEST CORNER OF HIGHWAY 7 and WOODDALE AVENUE SOUTH
and
NORTHEAST CORNER OF WOODDALE AVENUE SOUTH and WEST 36TH STREET
and
TEXT CHANGES
CHAPTER P, REDEVELOPMENT
CHAPTER U, PLAN BY NEIGHBORHOOD
NEIGHBORHOOD #31
WHEREAS, the Comprehensive Plan 2000-2020 was adopted by the City Council on
May 17, 1999 (effective September 1, 1999) and provides the following:
1. An official statement serving as the basic guide in making land use, transportation and
community facilities and service decisions affecting the City.
2. A framework for policies and actions leading to the improvement of the physical,
financial, and social environment of the City, thereby providing a good place to live and work
and a setting conducive for new development.
3. A promotion of the public interest in establishing a more functional, healthful,
interesting, and efficient community by serving the interests of the community at large rather
than the interests of individual or special groups within the community if their interests are at
variance with the public interest.
4. An effective framework for direction and coordination of activities affecting the
development and preservation of the community.
5. Treatment of the entire community as one ecosystem and to inject long range
considerations into determinations affecting short-range action, and
WHEREAS, the use of such Comprehensive Plan will insure a safer, more pleasant, and
more economical environment for residential, commercial, industrial, and public activities and
will promote the public health, safety, and general welfare, and
WHEREAS, said Plan will prepare the community for anticipated desirable change,
thereby bringing about significant savings in both private and public expenditures, and
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WHEREAS, the Comprehensive Plan has taken due cognizance of the planning activities
of adjacent units of government, and
WHEREAS, the Comprehensive Plan is to be periodically reviewed by the Planning
Commission of the City of St. Louis Park and amendments made, if justified according to
procedures, rules, and laws, and provided such amendments would provide a positive result and
are consistent with other provisions in the Comprehensive Plan, and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of St. Louis Park recommended
adoption of an amendment to the Comprehensive Plan 2000-2020 on March 3, 2004, based on
statutes, the Metropolitan Regional Blueprint, extensive research and analyses involving the
interests of citizens and public agencies;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of St. Louis Park that the
Comprehensive Plan, as previously adopted by the Planning Commission and City Council, is
hereby amended as follows:
Change the land use designation as shown on maps below from Civic-Mixed-Use to
Commercial Mixed-Use (southwest quadrant of Highway 7 and Wooddale Avenue South) and
from Commercial to Civic-Mixed-Use (northeast quadrant of Wooddale Avenue and West 36th
Street).
and
The underlined text is added to Chapter P, Redevelopment, Elmwood Area.
Elmwood Area
The 30-year vision for the Elmwood Area was developed for land use, transit and
circulation and is contained within the Elmwood Area Land Use, Transit and
Transportation Study completed in 2003. The long-range planning principles,
established by the study process, provide the framework to direct and evaluate
land use and transportation decisions as the Elmwood area evolves and changes.
The planning principles also provide direction and focus for reinvestment in the
public realm, and help affirm land development and infrastructure priorities,
sequencing and phasing. They also establish a common expectation amongst
decision makers, property owners, tenants, and others. Future land use approvals
and transportation improvements will be based upon Study recommendations and
subsequent traffic studies that will verify the study assumptions and
recommendations.
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Dworsky/Soomek Rug
• Land use should focus on low-density office or other low-traffic
generation uses.
• Tenant mix should desire high visibility with convenient access and
may be limited to uses with low traffic generation. Parking for
residents and customers should occur on this site.
• Architectural style and massing should provide a neighborhood
gateway.
• Extensive landscaping should be a mandatory project element.
• Redevelopment should accommodate the realignment of the TH 7
Frontage Road.
…
The underlined text is added to Chapter U, Plan By Neighborhood, Neighborhood 31
Elmwood and the attached updated Elmwood Neighborhood map.
Specific Development Guidelines:
A land use study is recommended The Elmwood Area Land Use,
Transit & Transportation Study was completed for the area
outlined in blue on the opposite page bounded by TH7, TH. 100,
and Wooddale Avenue in January 2003. This area is subject to
redevelopment, and uses compatible with the future transit
potential of the CP Rail Bass Lake Corridor are encouraged were
recommended by the Study. This may include a The Study
recommended a location for the transit station, and recommended a
mixture of residential, work place, and retail/service uses. Study
recommendations have been adopted into Chapter P,
Redevelopment of this Comprehensive Plan. One desirable result
of a land use study would be to precisely locate the most favorable
site for a transit station. Additional land use designation changes
will follow based on the study results.
The Elmwood Area Land Use, Transit & Transportation Study
recommended low density office or other low traffic generation
uses for property on either side of Wooddale Avenue directly south
of TH 7. This recommendation was adopted into Chapter P and
will guide future land use approvals.
…
Reviewed for Administration: Adopted by the City Council April 12, 2004
Contingent upon approval of the Metropolitan
Council.
(Insert Signature Block Here)
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SUMMARY
RESOLUTION NO. ___________
A RESOLUTION APPROVING AMENDMENTS TO THE COMPREHENSIVE
PLAN 2000 TO THE YEAR 2020 FOR THE CITY OF ST. LOUIS PARK UNDER
MINNESOTA STATUTES 462.351 TO 462.364
SOUTHWEST QUADRANT OF HIGHWAY 7 and WOODDALE AVENUE SOUTH
and
NORTHEAST QUADRANT OF WOODDALE AVENUE SOUTH and WEST 36TH STREET
And
TEXT CHANGES
CHAPTER P, REDEVELOPMENT
CHAPTER U, PLAN BY NEIGHBORHOOD
NEIGHBORHOOD #31
This resolution states that the land use designation of the southwest quadrant of Highway 7 and
Wooddale Ave. S. shall be changed from Civic-Mixed-Use to Commercial Mixed-Use. The
resolution also states that the land use designation of the northeast quadrant of Wooddale Ave. S.
and West 36th Street shall be changed from Commercial to Civic-Mixed-Use. The resolution
also amends text related to the Elmwood Area in the Redevelopment Chapter
(Chapter P) and modifies Specific Development Guidelines for the Elmwood Neighborhood
(Chapter U).
Adopted by the City Council April 12, 2004
Contingent upon approval by the Metropolitan Council
Jeffrey W. Jacobs /s/
Mayor
A copy of the full text of this resolution is available for inspection with the City Clerk.
Published in St. Louis Park Sailor: April 22, 2004
04-05-CPsum:res-ord
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8e. Request of Ulteig Engineers (Qwest Corporation) for an easement to locate
telecommunication equipment cabinets on a portion of Bronx Park
Qwest Corporation is requesting a 10-foot by 4.3-foot easement along the northern
boundary of Bronx Park along West 29th Street. Case No. 04-21-RE
Recommended
Action:
Motion to approve first reading of ordinance granting a utility
easement within a portion of Bronx Park and set second reading
and a public hearing for May 3, 2004.
Background:
Qwest Corporation has requested a 10-foot by 4.3-foot easement over City property (City holds fee
title) at Bronx Park adjacent to the public right of way along West 29th Street. The purpose of the
easement is to install communication equipment cabinets. Ulteig Engineers, Inc. has staked the
requested easement and City staff has reviewed the location and find that it will not interfere with park
purposes.
The original installation was proposed entirely within the public right-of-way. However, if located as
originally proposed, it would interfere with the root system of a large tree. Staff recommended a
location partially on park property. Screening of the cabinets is required by code.
Assessing has determined that the value of the easement is $500.00. The City has received a check from
Ulteig Engineers, Inc. in that amount.
Proposed Easement Location:
Attachments: Proposed easement document and map
Draft Ordinance
Prepared by: Judie Erickson, Planning Coordinator
Approved by: Tom Harmening, City Manager
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DRAFT
ORDINANCE NO.___________
AN ORDINANCE GRANTING TELECOMMUNICATIONS EASEMENT
OVER PORTION OF BRONX PARK
NORTHERN BOUNDARY ALONG WEST 29TH STREET
THE CITY OF ST. LOUIS PARK DOES ORDAIN:
Section 1. A petition in writing has been received requesting an easement for
telecommunication purposes over a portion of Bronx Park as described below. The City Council has
published notice of said petition in the St. Louis Park Sailor, on ____________________ and has
conducted a public hearing upon said petition and has determined that the granting of said easement will
not hinder the use of Bronx Park for its intended public purposes, and that it is for the best interest of the
public that said easement be granted.
Section 2. The following described easement within the corporate limits of the City of St.
Louis Park, is granted:
Description of Property: Lot 1 to 11 inclusive and 19 to 29 inclusive Block 18, THE BRONX,
Hennepin County, Minnesota
Description of Easement: An easement for telecommunication purposes over, under and across
the herein before described property, described as follows:
Commencing at the northeast corner of said Lot 1, thence westerly 115.29 feet along the
north line of said Lot 1 to the point of beginning for the easement to be described: thence
continuing westerly 10.00 feet along said north line of Lot 1, thence southerly at right
angles 4.30 feet, thence easterly at right angles 10.00 feet; thence northerly at right angles
4.30 feet to the point of beginning.
The purpose of the easement is restricted to telecommunication equipment cabinets and related
appurtenances such as electric power source and meter. The height of the cabinets shall not exceed
seven feet (7’) above grade.
Section 3. The City Clerk is instructed to record certified copies of this ordinance in the
Office of the Hennepin County Register of Deeds or Registrar of Titles as the case may be.
Sec.4. This Ordinance shall take effect fifteen days after its publication.
(Signature Block)