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AGENDA - CITY COUNCIL MEETING
ST. LOUIS PARK, MINNESOTA
Tuesday, January 19, 1999
7:30 p.m.
1. Call to order
2. Presentation
3. Roll Call
4. Approval of Minutes
a. City Council meeting of January 4, 1999
Action: Corrections/amendments to minutes - Minutes approved as presented
b. Study Session meeting of January 11, 1999
Action: Corrections/amendments to minutes - Minutes approved as presented
5. Approval of agenda
a. Consent agenda
Note: All matters on consent (starred items) are considered to be routine and will be enacted by
one motion approving all. There is no separate discussion of these items. If discussion is
desired, the starred item will be moved to the regular agenda.
Action: Motion to approve - Motion to delete item(s)
b. Agenda
Action: Motion to approve - Motion to add item(s)
*c. Resolutions and Ordinances
Action: By consent, waive reading of resolutions and ordinances
6. Public Hearing
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6a. Public Hearing for Liquor License Transfer for Bennigan’s located at 6475
Wayzata Blvd, St. Louis Park, MN 55416.
This request for liquor license transfer has been withdrawn by the applicant. Public
hearing is intended to inform the public of that fact.
Recommended
Action:
Mayo r to close public hearing. No action required.
7. Petitions, Requests, Communications
8. Resolutions and Ordinances
8a. Comprehensive Plan Amendment - Trail Designation
Portion of Hutchinson Spur south of 36th St.
Case No. 98-39-CP
Comprehensive Plan Amendment to move a trail designation from a portion of the
former Hutchinson Spur railroad corridor south of 36th Street onto adjacent Phillips
Parkway right-of-way.
Recommended
Action:
Motion to adopt a resolution amending the Comprehensive Plan
to move approximately 600 feet of trail designation onto adjacent
Phillips Parkway and to approve summary for publication.
8b. Official Map Amendment - Trail Designation
Portion of Hutchinson Spur south of 36th St.
Case No. 98-30-OM
Remove a trail designation from the centerline of the old Hutchinson Spur railroad
corridor south of 36th Street. The trail will be constructed along Phillips Parkway
right-of-way and an existing easement on the old Hutchinson Spur property.
Recommended
Action:
Motion to approve First Reading of an ordinance deleting the
Official Map trail designation from the centerline of the old
Hutchinson Spur corridor south of 36th St. and set Second
Reading for February 1, 1999.
8c. Major amendment to Planned Unit Development at 1600 Utica Avenue South
Case No. 98-42-PUD
Request by Duke Realty Investments, Inc. for a major amendment to a Planned Unit
Development to modify building and site design for an office tower and parking
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ramp at 1600 Utica Avenue South
Recommended
Action:
Mayor to close the public hearing. Motion to adopt a resolution
approving amendment to Planned Unit Development, subject to
conditions included in the resolution.
8d. Minnehaha Trails Office Park Preliminary Plat Proposal
Case No. 98-35-S
McCullough Companies is requesting Preliminary Plat approval for 5 office
development lots on approximately 3 acres of land south of 36th Street and east of
Phillips Parkway on the old “Hutchinson Spur” railroad property.
Recommended
Action:
Adopt a resolution approving the Preliminary Plat subject to the
conditions included in the resolution.
*8e. Case No. 96-20-RE Corrected Resolution
Reconveyance of a portion of tax-forfeit property located at 2621 Virginia
Avenue South to State of Minnesota for public auction
Corrected Resolution reconveying portions of forfeited lands to State of Minnesota
and waiving compliance with subdivision requirements in order to retain a part of
the original tax-forfeit parcel.
Recommended
Action:
Adopt corrected Resolution reconveying the tax deed for
property located at 2621 Virginia Avenue South to State of
Minnesota and waiving compliance with subdivision regulations.
*8f. Advancement of Funds from the MSA Account
This report considers advancing funds from the City’s Municipal State Aid (MSA)
account for repayment of the construction costs associated with Cedar Lake Road
Phases I, II, and III and several other minor MSA financed projects.
Recommended
Action:
Motion to adopt the attached resolution requesting the Minnesota
Department of Transportation (Mn/DOT) to advance funds in the
amount of $720,000 to repay MSA approved construction costs.
*8g. Extension of existing reciprocal arrangements between the City of St. Louis
Park and the Cities of Golden Valley and Minnetonka for joint use of golf,
athletic and aquatic facilities.
Council is being asked to extend existing reciprocal arrangements on a one year
basis with the City of Golden Valley (Brookview Golf Course) and the City of
Minnetonka (Williston Center). These arrangements will allow the residents of
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Minnetonka and Golden Valley to purchase summer season passes for the Rec
Center Aquatic Park at the same rate and with the same benefits as St. Louis Park
residents. In exchange, St. Louis Park residents will be allowed to purchase a
patron card for Golden Valley’s Brookview Golf Course and will be allowed to
make use of Minnetonka’s Williston Center at the same rate and with the same
benefits as residents of those two Cities.
Recommended
Action:
1) Motion to adopt the attached resolution authorizing staff
to implement the terms of the reciprocal arrangement with
the City of Golden Valley on a one year basis.
2) Motion to adopt the attached resolution authorizing staff
to implement the terms of the reciprocal arrangement with
the City of Minnetonka on a one year basis.
9. Reports from Officers, Boards, Committees
*a. Housing Authority Minutes of December 9, 1998
Action: By consent, accept report for filing
*b. Planning Commission Minutes of December 16, 1998
Action: By consent, accept report for filing
*c. Vendor Claims Report
Action: By consent, accept report for filing
10. Unfinished Business None
11. New Business
*11a. Agreement to Share Costs with Metro Transit for Phase 2 Transit Study
Cost sharing agreement, scope of work, and schedule for Phase 2 Three-City
Transit Study
Recommended
Action:
Approve Cost Sharing Agreement with Metro Transit with
modifications to include a project schedule.
12. Miscellaneous
13. Claims, Appropriations, Contract Payments
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*a. Contract payments
Final
Gorham-Oien Mechanical, Inc. C27 & C29 4110 $ 19,306.80
Swanson & Youngdale, Inc. C18 4107 $ 6,527.25
Action: By consent adopt resolutions.
Partial
M. C. Magney Construction, Inc. 3398 $ 25,019.20
Action: By consent approve and authorize payments
14. Communications
15. Adjournment
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Item # 4a
UNOFFICIAL MINUTES
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
ST. LOUIS PARK, MINNESOTA
January 4, 1999
1. Call to Order
Mayor Dorfman called the meeting to order at 7:45 p.m.
2. Presentations - Years of Service - Steve Nelson, Housing Authority
Mayor Dorfman presented a plaque for years of service to Steve Nelson who was not able to be
present at the meeting.
3. Roll Call
The following Commissioners were present at roll call: Jeff Jacobs, Chris Nelson, Sue Sanger,
Ron Latz, Robert Young, Jim Brimeyer, and Mayor Dorfman.
Also present were the Executive Director (Mr. Meyer); City Attorney (Mr. Scott); Finance
Director (Ms. McBride); Economic Development Coordinator (Mr. Anderson); Director of
Community Development (Mr. Harmening); Superintendent of Engineering (Mr. Moore).
4. Approval of Minutes
4a. City Council Meeting of December 21, 1998
The minutes were approved as presented.
4b. Study Session Meeting of December 14, 1998
The minutes were approved as presented.
5. Approval of Agendas
a. Consent Agenda
It was moved by Councilmember Jacobs, seconded by Councilmember Nelson, to approve the
consent agenda. The motion passed 7-0.
b. Agenda
It was moved by Councilmember Jacobs, seconded by Councilmember Sanger, to approve the
agenda with changes outlined by City Manager. The motion passed 7-0.
c. Resolutions and Ordinances
By consent, Council waived reading of resolutions and ordinances.
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6. Public Hearings
6a. Comprehensive Plan Amendment - Trail Designation
Portion of Hutchinson Spur south of 36th.
Case No. 98-39-CP
Mr. Harmening, Director of Community Development presented a staff report and stated that the
Planning Commission and staff recommended that the City Council adopt a resolution amending
the Comprehensive Plan to move a trail designation from a portion of the former Hutchinson
Spur property south of 36th Street onto adjacent Phillips Parkway right-of-way subject to the
conditions outlined in staff report.
Michael Klein, Chief Operating Officer of Sholom Community Alliance gave a background of
the community and the residents that were served. He stated that he appreciated the work of the
Planning Commission in making changes to original plan. He was concerned for the safety of
the residents using a multi-purpose trail and suggested running the bike path around the back of
their property. He believed at a minimum a physical barrier was needed to separate the walking
path from the bicycle path to ensure safety.
Mayor Dorfman asked staff to comment on existing trails that merge multiple uses.
Mr. Ingraham, consultant on the project, stated the trail width allowed enough room to maneuver
mixed uses and was a relatively safe situation, but understood senior residents concerns.
Herbert Schechter, 8621 W. 29th Street, Board Member of Sholom Alliance, was concerned for
the residents in the community who intensively use the sidewalks for transportation and
recreation. He stated that Sholom Alliance has no objection to the proposed development, but
was concerned about how to complete the development without causing trouble for residents, or
creating liability and risk. He didn’t believe constructing a sidewalk on the West side was a
solution because of the curb cuts and funding for snow removal. The community desires to
continue to work to find a solution that is harmonious and is right for the future.
Mayor Dorfman closed the Public Hearing with the right of the Council to reopen it at a future
date.
Councilmember. Latz asked staff to comment on the issues raised and the feasibility of moving
the trail further on setback of property.
Mr. Harmening, Director of Community Development explained the background of the
realignment of the trail and the need to complete construction to utilize ISTEA funding. He
stated that taking a step back to realign the trail would take extensive rework , resubmittal to
MNDOT for approval, and incur significant costs. He indicated that a trail setback may require
obtaining an easement from the land owner and would be an additional cost to City.
Mr. Ingraham stated that it would be feasible to move the trail inside the property presuming
easements could be acquired, but was unsure if it would modify the perceived hazard for multiple
use of the trail.
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Councilmember Latz asked to clarify how having a trail east of the sidewalk would fail to
properly separate the uses and increase the safety.
Mr. Ingraham stated that there would be a differentiation between trail and sidewalk.
Councilmember Latz asked if was possible to add footage to trail and separate the two segments
of the trail with a stripe and signed for this particular area.
Mr. Ingrahm didn’t know if this would meet the Federal and State standards.
Councilmember Latz desired to get an answer to his question before making a decision on this
issue.
Mr. Meyer asked staff if there would be a problem with approving this amendment and working
on solution recommended by Mr. Latz.
Mr. Moore, Superintendent of Engineering stated that funding requires a minimum of a 10 foot
wide trail and a 2 feet clear zone on both sides and didn’t know what the impact of this would be
on the developer’s property.
Councilmember Sanger questioned whether requiring more easements jeopardized the continued
viability of getting ISTEA funding and asked staff if the developer could use the trail for
servicing the radio tower.
Mr. Harmening stated that as part of negotiations, the City had agreed to allow the developer
access over a portion of the trail on his property to service the facilities.
Mr. Moore stated that the ISTEA funding had to be committed under contract by the end of 1999
and would only be delayed if there was difficulty in obtaining the additional easements.
Additional surveying and redesign work would be a challenge.
Councilmember Young asked if the trail could run behind to the east of the developer’s property.
Mr. Harmening stated that that was the original proposal, but the cost of developing retaining
walls on the east side of the property due to grade changes was extensive.
Councilmember Nelson indicated that the safety concern of the residents in the community had
not been expressed at that time. He questioned what was the best design for the trail.
Councilmember Brimeyer did not believe a bike trail around the Sholom Alliance Community
was the best design for the trail and believed the bikers would still use Phillips Parkway as a
short cut. He believed that the City, Sholom Community Alliance and the developer should work
together to evaluate the 100 ft space to best address everyone’s concerns and come to a win-win-
win solution. He asked staff if this was feasible.
Mr. Ingraham stated that this could be accommodated from an engineering and grading
standpoint, but some zoning requirements that would need a variance.
Councilmember Sanger was not in favor of a bike trail around Sholom Alliance Community.
She asked how a sidewalk on the East side with curb cuts would be any more dangerous than the
one proposed by Planning Commission.
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Mr. Herbert Schechter stated that Phillips Parkway was used extensively for emergency vehicles.
He was in favor of the idea of the evaluating trail placement on the east side, but believed more
design work needed to be done.
Councilmember Sanger suggested that another sidewalk for recreational use be constructed on
the Sholom property.
Mayor Dorfman stated that she had heard that residents do not enjoy walking around and a direct
route to area businesses would be desirable.
Council compared the number of driveways across the existing sidewalk and the other sidewalk
alternatives suggested to determine safety for residents.
Mayor Dorfman stated that although she recognized that there are some specific differences in
this area, raising this safety issue for this portion of the trail may send the message that this area
is significantly different than anywhere else in community.
Mr. Meyer clarified that Council was suggesting that staff consider aligning the trail on the East
side of the developer’s property and move his property to the West to accommodate everyone’s
need.
Mr. Meyer cautioned the Council that negotiations with the developer have been difficult and he
doubted that the developer would agree to relocate the alignment of his property and project and
assume the cost of putting in a retaining wall at his cost. He stated that it would cost the City to
acquire the property from the developer and it would be very expensive.
Mayor Dorfman asked staff if Councilmember Latz’s recommendation would be possible.
Mr. Moore did not have the Federal and State guidelines in regards to a stripe on trail separating
the uses.
Councilmember Young was in favor of attempting to negotiate with the developer to consider the
alignment of the trail east of his property.
Greg Frank, McCombs Frank Roos Associates stated that the challenge of having the developer
participate in the retaining wall cost would be timing.
Councilmember Latz believed it would be a mistake not to attempt some of the options discussed
or approve them without receiving answers from the developer.
Mr. Ingraham stated that there was not retaining wall in the plans now and they would have to be
added and a trail on East side would give up pedestrian access from Phillips Parkway to
Knollwood Village.
Councilmember Sanger asked how trail would cross 36th Street with plan to realign trail East of
developers property. Mr. Meyer indicated that it would not be a huge change and be within the
100 feet right of way.
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It was moved by Councilmember Latz, seconded by Councilmember Dorfman, to table the issue
and direct staff to consider aligning the trail on the East edge of the developer’s property and
bring information to study session.
Councilmember Latz withdrew the motion.
Councilmember Sanger suggested determining what specific cost information Council was
asking staff to provide. Mr. Scott, City Attorney discussed time schedule issues.
It was moved by Councilmember Latz, seconded by Councilmember Dorfman, to table issue
until January 19, 1999 meeting and direct staff to answer questions on issues raised for
discussion at next study session on January 11, 1999. The motion passed 7-0.
6b. Official Map Amendment - Trail Designation
Portion of Hutchinson Spur South of 36th St.
Case No. 98-30-OM
Mayor Dorfman closed the Public Hearing with the right of the Council to reopen it at a future
date.
It was moved by Councilmember Latz, seconded by Councilmember Dorfman, to table issue
until January 19, 1999 meeting and direct staff to answer questions on issues raised on previous
issue for discussion at next study session on January 11, 1999. The motion passed 7-0.
7. Petitions, Requests, Communications - None
8. Resolutions and Ordinances
8a. Election of Mayor Pro-tem
Resolution # 99-1
It was moved by Councilmember Sanger, seconded by Councilmember Young, to adopt
resolution appointing Jeff Jacobs as Mayor Pro-tem. The motion passed 7-0.
8b. Vision SLP Outcomes and Indicators
Resolution #99-2
It was moved by Councilmember Jacobs, seconded by Councilmember Brimeyer, to adopt the
resolution. The motion passed 7-0.
8c. Moved to Public Hearing Section - Item 6a
8d. Moved to Public Hearing Section - Item 6b
8e. Minnehaha Trails Office Park Preliminary Plat Proposal
Case No. 98-35-S
It was moved by Councilmember Latz, seconded by Councilmember Nelson, to table this item
until the next regular meeting of the City Council.. The motion passed 7-0.
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8f. Designate St. Louis Park Sun-Sailor as Official Newspaper for 1999
Resolution #99-3
By consent, Council adopted the resolution.
8g. Traffic Study No. 538: Permit parking restrictions on the north side of W.
35th Street in the 6200 and 6300 blocks.
Resolution #99-4
By consent, Council adopted the resolution.
8h. Traffic Study No. 539: Request for permit parking at 2816 Alabama Avenue
South.
Resolution #99-5
By consent, Council adopted the resolution.
9. Reports from Officers, Boards, Committees
a Planning Commission Minutes of December 2, 1998
By consent, Council accepted report for filing.
b. Vendor Claims Report By consent,
Council accepted report for filing.
10. Unfinished Business
10a. Board and Commission Appointment(s)
It was moved by Councilmember Sanger, and seconded by Councilmember Brimeyer, to appoint
Phil Finklestein to the Community Education Advisory Council. The motion passed 7-0.
11. New Business - None
12. Miscellaneous - None
13. Claims, Appropriations, Contract Payments
a. Contract Payments
Final
Ron Kassa Construction, Inc. $ 7,426.91
Random Concrete Repair
Contract No. 61-98
By consent, Council approved Resolution #99-6
Partial
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Hardrives, Inc. $ 10,007.32
Construction Phase 2 Excelsior Blvd.
Monterey Ave. to France Avenue
Contract No. 14-98
By consent, Council approved and authorized payments.
14. Communications - None
15. Adjournment
It was moved by Mayor Dorfman, seconded by Councilmember Nelson, to adjourn the meeting at
9:25 p.m. The motion passed 7-0.
City Clerk Mayor
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Item # 4b
UNOFFICIAL MINUTES
CITY COUNCIL STUDY SESSION
January 11, 1998
The meeting convened at 7:00 p.m.
Present at the meeting were Councilmembers Chris Nelson, Ron Latz, Sue Sanger, and Mayor
Gail Dorfman. Councilmember Brimeyer arrived at 7:35 p.m.
Staff present: Deputy City Manager (Mr. Pires); Director of Community Development (Mr.
Harmening); Director of Parks and Recreation (Ms. Walsh); Manager of Grounds and Natural
Resources (Mr. Vaughan); Superintendent of Engineering (Mr. Moore); and City Clerk (Ms.
Larsen).
1. Hutchinson Spur Regional Trail - South of 36th Street
Staff met with Council to review alternatives relative to the location of the proposed regional
trail south of 36th Street. Barry Warner of SRF was present to explain options which would
allow for a more comfortable co-existence of trail users in the area identified. Strengths and
weaknesses of each option were identified for Council as well as cost and time limitations.
Councilmember Nelson asked if there were other similar situations in the City where trail would
be replacing existing sidewalk. Mr. Warner said the only similar situation would be in Aquila
Park, but in that case trail would be replacing trail.
Councilmember Nelson also asked what makes this location different from other sections of the
trail. Mr. Warner said that the high use by seniors located in adjacent housing was seen as a
potential conflict with higher speed uses such as bicycles and roller blades.
Mayor Dorfman asked if other trails in the region were considered “safe” by the general public
despite the fact that they accommodate multiple uses. Mr. Warner stated that trail safety
increased when users used what he referred to as appropriate “trail etiquette” i.e., slower uses to
the right, higher speed passing on the left, calling out when passing, etc.
Councilmember Latz was concerned that walkers may have to step around lighting posts which
could cause safety problems. He stated that he would like to see the widest trail possible
throughout the system.
Mayor Dorfman agreed that she would like to see the trail as wide as possible, but was not
interested in negotiating easements to achieve a wider trail.
Mr. Klein of Sholom Alliance asked Council to consider separating trail and sidewalk.
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Council directed Mr. Warner and Mr. Harmening to supply them at the next meeting with
information about how wide the trail could be without seeking additional easements.
Councilmember Sanger asked if there was a way to minimize curb cuts and if traffic could be re-
routed to achieve that end.
Mr. Harmening stated that there were no good access points due to the location of the Target
complex.
Councilmember Latz asked if the design for trail connections into Hopkins were completed. Mr.
Warner said that they were.
Councilmember Latz suggested that packets be delivered on Friday rather than Thursday to give
staff and consultants more time to complete their analysis.
2. Public Tree Policy and Forestry Management Program
Ms. Walsh and Mr. Vaughan met with Council to discuss Gounds and Natural Resources
Division activities in the City and to request review and future formal adoption of a Public Tree
Policy. The proposed policy reflects what has been done for some time, but due to challenges
from the public, staff felt it important that Council formally adopt a policy.
All Councilmembers present agreed that the City’s forestry program was very well run and
commended Mr. Vaughan and his crew for their efforts. They discussed the NSP tree trimming
program, options for transplanting mature trees and the nature of common conflicts with the
public.
Mr. Vaughan stated that he could step up educational efforts to make the public more aware of
the City’s policies, options for transplanting, etc.
Council asked staff to further specify and delineate when removal of a tree could take place with
emphasis on retaining as many trees as possible. They also requested that the document be
forwarded to the City Attorney for review and brought back to Council at a future meeting for
approval.
4. Communications
Councilmember Brimeyer raised the issue of changes in the membership of the Minnehaha Creek
Watershed District. Mayor Dorfman agreed to send a letter to the Chair of the Hennepin County
Commission asking that two members be reappointed to the commission.
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Council briefly discussed a public meeting to be held on January 20th to inform the public of the
release of a level three sex offender into the community. Mr. Pires stressed the importance of
following guidelines for both process and confidentiality as defined in state statute.
The meeting adjourned at 8:55 p.m.
City Clerk Mayor
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City of St. Louis Park
City Council Agenda Item # 6a
Meeting of January 19, 1999
6a. Public Hearing for Liquor License Transfer for Bennigan’s located at 6475
Wayzata Blvd, St. Louis Park, MN 55416.
This request for liquor license transfer has been withdrawn by the applicant. Public
hearing is intended to inform the public of that fact.
Recommended
Action:
Mayor to close public hearing. No action required.
Background:
The City received a request for a liquor license transfer for Bennigan’s Restaurant from Steak
and Ale of Minnesota, Inc. to a new owner, Den-Way, Inc. The Police Department conducted a
background investigation and concluded there was no reason to deny the transfer.
A public hearing notice was posted in the Sun Sailor on December 30, 1998, but shortly
thereafter, we were notified by the applicant that the sale would not take place and the transfer
was no longer needed. The second public hearing notice scheduled for January 6, 1999 was
canceled.
Recommended Action:
Because the hearing notice was published, staff is requesting that Council notify the public that
the transfer would not be taking place as posted and close the public hearing.
Prepared by: Cindy Kaiser, Licensing Representative
Approved by: Clint Pires, Deputy City Manager
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City of St. Louis Park
City Council Agenda Item # 8a
Meeting of January 19, 1999
8a. Comprehensive Plan Amendment - Trail Designation
Portion of Hutchinson Spur south of 36th St.
Case No. 98-39-CP
Comprehensive Plan Amendment to move a trail designation from a portion of the
former Hutchinson Spur railroad corridor south of 36th Street onto adjacent Phillips
Parkway right-of-way.
Recommended
Action:
Motion to adopt a resolution amending the Comprehensive Plan
to move approximately 600 feet of trail designation onto adjacent
Phillips Parkway and to approve summary for publication.
Background:
The City of St. Louis Park currently designates the former Hutchinson Branch of Burlington
Northern’s railroad corridor (the “Hutchinson Spur”) as a proposed major pedestrian/bicycle
route. The “Hutchinson Spur” extends through St. Louis Park from Highway 7 northeast to
where it joins with the Burlington Northern main line east of Virginia Avenue. The proposed
trail is designated in the Comprehensive Plan as following the Hutchinson Spur alignment from
the Hopkins border to Virginia Avenue. East of Virginia Avenue, it is shown as following either
the Burlington Northern main line corridor or public streets to where it links with the Cedar Lake
trail system in Minneapolis. The intent is to provide a regional trail system that would link
Minneapolis with St. Louis Park, Hopkins, Minnetonka, and west to Victoria.
The City of St. Louis Park has been awarded a Federal ISTEA grant and State bonding to help
offset costs related to constructing the trail provided it meets certain design criteria (e.g., it must
be at least 10 feet wide and include at least 2 feet of buffer/maintenance area on either side).
SRF Consulting Group has been retained by the City to help design the trail and coordinate with
all of the affected property owners.
The City purchased a significant portion of the Hutchinson Spur and easements for the trail.
However, for approximately 600 feet south of 36th Street, the trail study has indicated that it is
appropriate for the trail to be constructed immediately adjacent to the Hutchinson Spur along
Phillips Parkway right-of-way. Th is is the area of the proposed Comprehensive Plan
amendment.
Two open house/informational meetings as well as individual meetings with property owners
have been held to discuss the trail project. On November 18, 1998, the Planning Commission
held a public hearing on the Comprehensive Plan amendment. After closing the public hearing,
the Planning Commission deferred consideration of the Comprehensive Plan amendment so that
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staff could explore some alternatives regarding concerns that were raised with conversion of an
existing sidewalk along the east side of Phillips Parkway to the multi-use trail. On December 2,
1998, the Planning Commission considered several options and recommended approval of the
Comprehensive Plan amendment subject to the City paying for the reconstruction of the
sidewalk, and the relocation of benches and trees, on the west side of Phillips Parkway.
On January 4, the City Council reviewed this matter and heard testimony from representatives of
Sholom Community Alliance who continued to express concerns about the solution proposed by
the Planning Commission. The City Council tabled this matter to its January 19 meeting and
asked that it be discussed at the January 11 Study Session.
On January 11, staff and the City’s consultant presented five options for addressing the concerns
of Sholom Community Alliance while, at the same time, taking into consideration the needs and
requirements of the regional trail project. Upon review of the five options, the Council directed
its consultant to further pursue an option (Option D) of providing for a 10 foot wide trail next to
an approximate 5 foot wide concrete (or related material) sidewalk to be located at the back of
curb on the east side of Phillips Parkway.
Attached is a memo from Barry Warner of SRF which provides further analysis and
recommendations relating to the Council’s preferred approach.
Issues:
• Is the proposed amendment consistent with the trail study recommendations?
• What are the impacts on the existing sidewalk on Phillips Parkway?
• What is the current status of the development proposal?
Analysis of Issues:
• Is the proposed amendment consistent with the trail study recommendations?
The proposed Comprehensive Plan amendment to move the trail designation to the Phillips
Parkway right-of-way south of 36th Street is consistent with the trail study recommendations.
The trail plan involves constructing the trail on the east side of Phillips Parkway for a distance of
about 600 feet south of 36th and then further east onto a trail easement that has already been
purchased on the old Hutchinson Spur property. Please see attached memo from SRF re: the
incorporation of a sidewalk into the project
• What is the current status of the development proposal?
An application for preliminary plat approval for five small office buildings (called Minnehaha
Trails Office Park) has been recommended for approval by the Planning Commission subject to
several conditions. The Preliminary Plat is being considered by the City Council during the
January 4, 1999 meeting. The Preliminary Plat should not be approved unless it is deemed in
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conformance with the Comprehensive Plan. Therefore, it is staff’s recommendation that the
Comprehensive Plan is amended prior to action on the Preliminary Plat.
Recommendation:
Staff recommends the City Council adopt the attached resolution amending the Comprehensive
Plan to move a trail designation from a portion of the former Hutchinson Spur property south of
36th Street onto adjacent Phillips Parkway right-of-way. This recommendation is based on the
understanding that the trail/sidewalk construction in this area will be undertaken generally
consistent with the recommendation from SRF as noted in this attached memo.
Attachments:
• Proposed Resolution & Summary
• Memo from SRF re: redesigned trail/sidewalk
• Major Pedestrian/Bicycle Routes Map from Comprehensive Plan (on file in City Clerk’s
office)
• Map of area to be amended (on file in City Clerk’s office)
Prepared by: Thomas Harmening, Community Development Director
Approved by: Clint Pires, Deputy City Manager
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RESOLUTION NO. ___________
A RESOLUTION APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE COMPREHENSIVE
PLAN 1990 TO THE YEAR 2010 FOR THE CITY OF ST. LOUIS PARK
UNDER MINNESOTA STATUTES 462.351 TO 462.364
PORTION OF FORMER HUTCHINSON SPUR RAILROAD PROPERTY
SOUTH OF 36TH STREET
WHEREAS, the Comprehensive Plan 1980-2000 was adopted by the City Council on March
5, 1984 and amended on April 1, 1991 as Comprehensive Plan 1990-2010, 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
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
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WHEREAS, the Comprehensive Plan currently designates the former Hutchinson Branch of
the Burlington Northern’s railroad corridor (the “Hutchinson Spur”) as a proposed major
pedestrian/bicycle route, and
WHEREAS, the intent is to provide a regional trail system that would link Minneapolis
with St. Louis Park, Hopkins, Minnetonka and west to Victoria, and
WHEREAS, on June 30, 1998, the City purchased a significant portion of the Hutchinson
Spur property for the trail, and
WHEREAS, McCullough Companies retained certain portions of the Hutchinson Spur
property for development, and
WHEREAS, it is necessary to move approximately 600 feet of trail designation onto
adjacent Phillips Parkway right-of-way, and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of St. Louis Park recommended adoption
of an amendment to the Comprehensive Plan 1980-2000 on December 2, 1998 on a vote of 6-0,
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:
Move the trail designation from the former Hutchinson Spur property onto
adjacent Phillips Parkway right-of-way for distance of about 600 feet south of
36th Street
Contingent upon approval of the Metropolitan Council
Reviewed for Administration: Adopted by the City Council January 19, 1999
City Manager Mayor
Attest:
City Clerk
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SUMMARY
RESOLUTION NO. ___________
A RESOLUTION APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE COMPREHENSIVE
PLAN 1990 TO THE YEAR 2010 FOR THE CITY OF ST. LOUIS PARK
UNDER MINNESOTA STATUTES 462.351 TO 462.364
PORTION OF FORMER HUTCHINSON SPUR RAILROAD PROPERTY
SOUTH OF 36TH STREET
This resolution states that the trail designation shall be moved from a portion of the former
Hutchinson Spur property onto adjacent Phillips Parkway right-of-way for a distance of about
600 feet south of 36th Street.
Adopted by the City Council January 19, 1999
Contingent upon approval of the Metropolitan Council
Gail Dorfman /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: January 27, 1999
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City of St. Louis Park
City Council Agenda Item # 8b
Meeting of January 19, 1999
8b. Official Map Amendment - Trail Designation
Portion of Hutchinson Spur south of 36th St.
Case No. 98-30-OM
Remove a trail designation from the centerline of the old Hutchinson Spur railroad
corridor south of 36th Street. The trail will be constructed along Phillips Parkway
right-of-way and an existing easement on the old Hutchinson Spur property.
Recommended
Action:
Motion to approve First Reading of an ordinance deleting the
Official Map trail designation from the centerline of the old
Hutchinson Spur corridor south of 36th St. and set Second
Reading for February 1, 1999.
Background:
In 1984, the City passed an ordinance placing the center 35 feet of the Hutchinson Spur railroad
corridor on the official map for future public use. The City’s Comprehensive Plan designated the
property as a proposed major pedestrian/bicycle route. The Hutchinson Spur property was
subsequently purchased by McCullough Companies for potential development.
In January, 1998, the City authorized a Master Plan Study of the Hutchinson Spur Regional Trail
by Close Landscape Architecture in conjunction with SRF. Neighborhood meetings were held in
April and August, 1998 to receive public input regarding use and alignment of the trail. The
neighborhood meetings included discussion of McCullough Companies’ interest in developing
part of the old railroad corridor. The remaining portions were purchased by the City for the trail.
It was noted that the developable areas were adjacent to public land that could accommodate
most of the trail alignment. In developable areas that were not adjacent to public land, easements
were purchased to accommodate the trail.
A Preliminary Plat proposal for five office lots along the old Hutchinson Spur property south of
36th Street is currently being reviewed by the City and other agencies. The City is planning to
locate the trail on the adjacent Phillips Parkway right-of-way for a distance of about 600 feet
south of 36th Street. Further south, the City purchased easements for locating the trail through
the proposed office development and existing billboard and cellular tower lot. The Official Map
amendment would address the current plan for aligning the trail south of 36th Street.
The Planning Commission considered the Official Map amendment on December 2, 1999 and
recommended approval subject to certain conditions. The conditions address
rebuilding/relocating an existing sidewalk with benches and landscaping that will be impacted by
the trail alignments to the west side of Phillips Parkway.
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On January 4 & 11th, the City Council reviewed issues related to the trail alignment and the
location of the sidewalk and directed staff and its consultant to provide further information on an
approach which would accommodate both uses on the east side of Phillips Parkway. This matter
is discussed in greater length in the 1/19/99 staff report to the Council related to a
Comprehensive Plan amendment.
Issues:
• Is the proposed amendment consistent with the trail study recommendations?
• What are the impacts on the existing sidewalk on Phillips Parkway?
• What is the current status of the development proposal?
Analysis of Issues:
• Is the proposed amendment consistent with the trail study recommendations?
The proposed Official Map amendment to move the trail designation from the centerline of the
old Hutchinson Spur property south of 36th Street is consistent with the trail study
recommendations. As noted, the trail plan involves constructing the trail on the east side of
Phillips Parkway for a distance of about 600 feet south of 36th and then further east onto a trail
easement that has already been purchased on the old Hutchinson Spur property.
• What is the current status of the development proposal?
An application for preliminary plat approval for five small office buildings (called Minnehaha
Trails Office Park) has been recommended for approval by the Planning Commission subject to
several conditions. The Preliminary Plat is being considered by the City Council during the
January 19, 1999 meeting. Assuming the Preliminary and subsequent Final Plat is approved,
building permits for construction could not be issued until the Official Map is amended to move
the trail designation from the proposed building lots.
Recommendation:
City Staff recommends that the City Council adopt an ordinance removing the Official Map trail
designation from the old Hutchinson Spur property south of 36th Street.
Attachment:
• Proposed Ordinance
Prepared by: Thomas Harmening, Community Development Director
Approved by: Clint Pires, Deputy City Manager
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ORDINANCE NO.___________
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING OFFICIAL MAP
DELETING THE TRAIL DESIGNATION FROM A
PORTION OF FORMER HUTCHINSON SPUR PROPERTY SOUTH OF 36TH STREET
THE CITY OF ST LOUIS PARK DOES ORDAIN:
Section 1. The City of St. Louis Park hereby amends the Official Map by Ordinance (Case
No. 98-40-OM) by deleting the trail designation on a portion of the centerline of the old
Hutchinson Spur railroad corridor south of 36th Street within the property legally described as
follows to-wit:
All that portion of Burlington Northern Railroad Company’s (formerly Great Northern
Railway Company) 100 foot wide Hopkins to Hopkins Jct., Minnesota Branch Line right-
of-way, including improvements, if any now discontinued, being 50 feet wide on each
side of said Railroad Company’s main Track centerline as originally located and
constructed upon, over and across the Southwest Quarter of Section 18, Township 117
North, Range 21 West, Hennepin County Minnesota, bounded on the North by the
Southeasterly extension of the Northeasterly boundary line of THE FEDERATION
ADDITION, according to the recorded plat thereof, Hennepin County, Minnesota, and
bounded on the South by the following described line:
Commencing at the Southeast corner of said Southwest Quarter of Section 18; thence
South 89 degrees 04 minutes 39 seconds West, assumed bearing, a distance of 1086.15
feet, along the South line of said Southwest Quarter, to an intersection with the Easterly
line of said Burlington Northern Railroad Company’s discontinued 100 foot right-of-way,
thence North 20 degrees 49 minutes 09 seconds East, a distance of 224.00 feet along said
Easterly line to the point of beginning of the line to be described; thence North 69 degrees
10 minutes 51 seconds West a distance of 44.73 feet; thence South 32 degrees 38 minutes
56 seconds West a distance of 269.61 feet to the intersection of said South line of the
Southwest Quarter of Section 18 and the westerly line of said discontinued right-of-way
and said line there terminating.
Section 2. This ordinance shall take effect fifteen days after its publication.
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Adopted by the City Council February 1, 1999
Reviewed for Administration:
City Manager Mayor
Attest: Approved as to form and execution:
___________________________________
City Clerk City Attorney
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City of St. Louis Park
City Council Agenda Item # 8c
Meeting of January 19, 1999
8c. Major amendment to Planned Unit Development at 1600 Utica Avenue South
Case No. 98-42-PUD
Request by Duke Realty Investments, Inc. for a major amendment to a Planned Unit
Development to modify building and site design for an office tower and parking
ramp at 1600 Utica Avenue South
Recommended
Action:
Mayor to close the public hearing. Motion to adopt a resolution
approving amendment to Planned Unit Development, subject to
conditions included in the resolution.
Zoning: O, Office District
Comprehensive Plan Designation: Office
Background:
In 1997 the City Council approved a Planned Unit Development (PUD) for MEPC to construct a
288,725 square foot, eleven story office tower at 1600 Utica Avenue South, just south of the
Traveler’s Express tower. Subsequently, MEPC was purchased by Duke Realty Investments.
Duke is requesting a major PUD amendment to modify several aspects of the approved PUD
plans. The building is proposed to be reduced from eleven to nine stories, and the gross square
footage of the building would be decreased from 288,725 square feet to 264,207 square feet.
However, the Net Rentable Area would increase from 238,006 to 247,226 square feet. In
addition, the building setback is proposed to be reduced from 128 feet to 96 feet along Gamble
Drive. The basic site layout is proposed to remain the same, with a six-level parking ramp west
of the office building, a small surface parking lot at the southeast corner of the lot, and
landscaped plazas and green space throughout the remainder of the site. The number of parking
spaces is proposed to be reduced, and several site and building design changes are proposed.
The proposed changes require a major amendment to the PUD, which requires review by the
Planning Commission and approval by the City Council.
The Planning Commission reviewed this request at its December 16, 1998 meeting and
recommended approval on a vote of 6-0, subject to conditions as recommended by staff, except
to delete a condition that required the east and west roof faces to be modified to be more similar
to the Traveler’s Express roof faces. The Commission preferred the building design as presented
by the architect. The resolution reflects the Planning Commission recommendation.
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Issues:
• What are the proposed changes to the approved Planned Unit Development?
• Are the modified plans consistent with the requirements of the PUD Ordinance?
• Are other Zoning Ordinance standards being met?
• Are there any other issues?
Issues Analysis:
What are the proposed changes to the approved Planned Unit Development?
The following specific changes are proposed to the approved PUD plans for 1600 Utica Avenue:
• Reduce the number of stories from eleven to nine.
• Reduce the gross square footage of the building from 288,725 to 264,207.
• Increase the Net Rentable Area from 238,006 to 247,226 square feet.
• Increase the building footprint slightly.
• Reduce the setback of the office building along Gamble Drive from 128 feet to 96 feet.
• Relocate the mechanical equipment from the basement to the roof, and screen the equipment
with standing seam metal walls.
• Change the shape and exterior facades of the building. The building would become shorter
and wider, with curved glass wrapping around the north and south ends of the building. The
amount of glass on the building is proposed to be increased, and the amount of granite to be
decreased but still be prominent on the first two stories and main building entrance.
• Eliminate the glass-enclosed pedestrian connection to the Traveler’s building and replace it
with an enclosed pedestrian connection through the two adjacent parking structures.
• Add an 8,000 square foot glass-roofed atrium between the proposed building and parking
ramp which would primarily be used for indoor “public” open space.
• Upgrade parking ramp facades using a pattern of two colors of precast matching proposed
office building.
• Decrease the amount of on-site parking by 42 stalls (from 934 to 892).
• Eliminate the parking drop-off/waiting area along Utica Avenue and replace it with
additional public plaza/open space area.
• Redesign the small surface parking lot at the southeast corner of site from a highly stylized
design feature to a more standard parking area.
• Modify the landscape plan.
The Zoning Ordinance requires a major amendment to a PUD for plan changes including an
increase in leasable floor area, new modifications to ordinance requirements requested, including
setbacks, and where the proposed changes are determined to have significant off-site impacts.
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Are the modified plans consistent with the requirements of the PUD Ordinance?
The PUD Ordinance is intended to allow for greater flexibility in project design than the Zoning
Ordinance typically permits, especially for larger projects involving more than one building or
development phase, in order to achieve better, more efficient, more integrated development. The
quality of building and site design are expected to be superior and any specific modifications that
are requested to the Zoning Ordinance requirements must be offset in other ways.
Specific requirements of the PUD Ordinance are as follows, and whether the modified plans meet
the requirements is indicated:
A. The design shall consider the whole of the project and shall create a unified environment
within project boundaries by insuring architectural compatibility of all structures, efficient
vehicular and pedestrian circulation, aesthetically pleasing landscape and site features, and
design and efficient use of utilities.
Architectural compatibility: The proposed office building and parking ramp incorporate the
colors, building materials and some design elements of the Traveler’s Express tower and parking
ramp, but are also distinct. More glass and less granite are proposed for the new office tower, the
parking ramp design is proposed to be upgraded from a monocolor precast to a patterned two-
color precast that will be more compatible with the office buildings, and the shape and general
style of the two office buildings would be somewhat different. In staff’s assessment, the
proposed buildings achieve compatibility although they are not identical. The landscape plan and
general site layout also complement existing development through use of similar plant materials
and trees and placement of buildings.
Landscape and site features: The proposed landscape plan includes extensive landscaping
throughout the open areas, buffering and foundation plantings around the site perimeter and
buildings, an enlarged pedestrian plaza between the existing and proposed building, benches,
picnic tables, and other walkable areas. In addition, a glass-roofed atrium is proposed between
the building and parking ramp that would primarily be “public” space, and could be utilized as
indoor usable open space particularly in winter months. Lighting and signage plans have not yet
been submitted. Staff is recommending that lighting and signage plans be integrated with
building materials and colors and be approved by the Community Development Director and
Zoning Administrator prior to issuance of any building permits. In comparison to the approved
PUD’s landscape and site features plan, Duke’s modified landscape and site design plans do not
reach the same level of design or expense; however, the modified plans do continue to exceed
Ordinance requirements and, in staff’s opinion, meet the PUD criteria.
Pedestrian and Vehicular Circulation: The only change to vehicular circulation that is proposed
from the approved PUD plan is the elimination of a drop-off/waiting area along Utica Avenue.
Visitors could be dropped off at the streetside instead, which is appropriate given the low traffic
levels on Utica Avenue and that most visitors would probably park in the ramp. Regarding
pedestrian circulation, an enclosed pedestrian connection between the two office buildings is
proposed to be achieved through the adjacent parking ramps. The developer has stated that it is
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possible that they would prefer to locate a separate enclosed pedestrian walkway about 20 feet
south of the parking ramps, and they would like the flexibility in the approved plans to have this
option. Usable open space requirements would continue to be exceeded if the walkway were
relocated, therefore, staff is recommending a condition of approval which grants the developer
this flexibility. Finally, the developer has agreed to install five foot wide sidewalks along
Gamble Drive and Utica Avenue, which will connect to existing sidewalks and provide adequate
access from nearby transit stops. Normally, sidewalks in commercial areas are required to be six
feet wide, however, the five foot wide sidewalks were approved as part of the original PUD prior
to this standard being established.
Utilities: The Public Works Department has approved the modified utility plan.
Overall integration: According to the above analysis, this requirement is met.
B. The design of a PUD shall achieve the maximum compatibility of the project with
surrounding land uses, both existing and proposed and shall minimize the potential adverse
impacts of the PUD on surrounding land uses and the potential adverse effects of the
surrounding land uses on the PUD.
Surrounding land uses are mostly a mixture of contemporary office buildings. The general
design and quality of the proposed structures are compatible with the area. The parking ramp
design has been upgraded since the original PUD to incorporate the design, colors and textures of
the proposed office building and will, in staff’s assessment, provide a pleasing and well-
integrated appearance for the project along Gamble Drive which will blend well with existing
uses.
C. The design shall take into account any modifications of Ordinance requirements permitted
by Section 14:6-7.4 of this Ordinance and provide appropriate solutions to eliminate the adverse
impacts of any modification required for approval of the PUD.
Two modifications to Zoning Ordinance requirements were approved as part of the original
PUD, including FAR of 1.57 rather than 1.5, and a reduced parking ramp setback. The proposed
FAR is now 1.52, which is within the parameters of the approved PUD plans. The original PUD
also approved a reduced front setback for the parking ramp to 17 feet; however, this assumed that
the required setback is 20 feet rather than the 64 foot setback that is actually required. (The
Office district requires a front setback equal to building height but a minimum of 20 feet; it
appears that the 20 foot minimum was used rather than the height of the parking ramp, which is
64 feet.) However, the proposed enhancements to the parking ramp facades satisfy the criteria of
eliminating potential adverse impacts of the reduced setback.
One additional modification to Zoning Ordinance requirements is being requested, which is a
reduction to the front setback for the office building along Gamble Drive from 100 feet to 96
feet. (The approved PUD plan exceeded the minimum front setback of 100 feet and showed a
front setback of 128 feet.) In staff’s assessment, the landscaping, walkways, and general
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treatment of open space south of the proposed office building alleviate any negative impacts of a
slightly reduced setback along Gamble Drive.
The PUD Ordinance also requires that any modification to Zoning Ordinance requirements must
support certain objectives. Due to the additional modification requested of reduced building
setback, the objectives are analyzed below in terms of the modified project proposal:
1. Provide for integrated pedestrian facilities to and within the project:
This objective is met. See analysis above of pedestrian and vehicular circulation.
2. Enhance linkages to mass transit facilities:
This objective is met. Sidewalks are proposed along Gamble Drive and Utica Avenue which will
provide linkages to mass transit facilities.
3. Increase the supply of low and moderate income housing:
This objective is not applicable.
4. Incorporate implementation of Travel Demand Management strategies as part of the PUD
plan:
Under the requirements of the Travel Demand Management Ordinance, this project requires a
Traffic Management Plan (TMP) to be approved by a Joint Task Force of the cities of St. Louis
Park and Golden Valley, which proposes strategies related to mass transit usage, increasing other
alternative forms of travel, ridesharing, and other strategies to reduce automobile traffic
generated by the site. A TMP was approved with the original PUD and is not affected by the
proposed changes. Staff is recommending a condition that the developer agree to the provisions
in the TMP and other requirements of the Travel Demand Management ordinance. One
provision of the TMP is provision of on-site bicycle racks and designated carpool spaces in the
parking ramp. Staff is recommending a separate condition that plans be modified to show the
bike racks and carpool spaces prior to issuance of any building permits. Therefore, this objective
is met.
5. Provide public plazas and usable open space which exceeds minimum Ordinance
requirements:
The usable open space requirements are exceeded for this project (See below under open space
requirements), and open space areas are proposed to include public plaza areas. Therefore, this
condition is met.
6. Provide a high degree of aesthetics through overall design and display of public art:
The overall design provides a high degree of aesthetics. Interior plans for the indoor atrium have
not been submitted yet, but the atrium would provide a good location for some type of public art.
If the Council believes this is important, a requirement for public art could be added to the
resolution (to Condition 3e).
Are other Zoning Ordinance standards being met?
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Open Space: The Office District requires that a minimum of 12% of the overall site area for any
development be devoted to usable open space, pedestrian ways, and public plazas. The proposed
changes slightly increase the amount of usable open space proposed on the property to about 20%
of the overall site area. A glass-roofed atrium, proposed between the office building and parking
ramp, would be utilized for indoor open space and possibly seating for a restaurant tenant on the
first floor. Staff is counting half of the atrium’s square footage, or about 4,000 square feet, as
indoor usable open space and included it in the open space calculation. Staff is recommending a
condition that at least 4,000 square feet of the atrium be maintained in perpetuity as general open
space. Staff is also recommending that the atrium contain interior landscaping, benches and
other amenities such as public art and that a detailed interior plan be approved by staff prior to
issuance of any building permits.
Tree replacement: The developer is proposing to remove several mature trees from the site
including the Ash trees along Utica Avenue. A tree replacement plan is proposed which would
provide new 8” caliper (diameter) Marshall Ash trees in approximately the same location.
According to the developer’s landscape architect, proposed grade changes necessitate removal of
the trees, and the trees cannot be removed in such a way as to be salvaged and replaced again
because of existing utility lines buried underneath the trees and new utilities proposed in this
area. A tree replacement plan was submitted and reviewed by staff, and the replacement plan
complies with the tree replacement ordinance. In addition, a letter of credit covering 125% of the
replacement trees is required prior to tree removal.
Parking: The total number of parking spaces on site is proposed to be 892 stalls, which slightly
exceeds the Zoning Ordinance requirements for office developments. This is a reduction in the
number of stalls approved with the original PUD of 934 stalls, but the proposed number of stalls
is anticipated to be sufficient.
Other Zoning Ordinance standards, including dimensional standards, architectural standards, and
landscaping requirements are met by this proposal. The exceptions are the modifications which
were approved as part of the original PUD or are being requested (see above).
Are there any other issues?
Indirect Source Permit (ISP): An Indirect Source Permit (ISP) was issued to MEPC for this site
in 1990 and is still in effect, which anticipated up to 500,000 square feet of new building. Staff
is recommending that any necessary modifications to the existing ISP be approved by the MPCA
prior to any site work.
Grading and drainage: The Public Works Department has approved the grading and drainage
plans for the modified development. A new Watershed District permit is also required. The
developer has submitted an application to the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District, which will
be considered at its January 28 Board meeting. A recommended condition of approval is that
Watershed District approval be obtained prior to site work.
Recommendation:
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The Planning Commission recommends approval of the major amendment to the PUD, subject to
the following conditions (which incorporate the conditions of the approved PUD):
1. The site shall be developed, used and maintained in accordance with Exhibit A, Site Plan,
Exhibit B, Landscape Plan, Exhibit C, Existing Survey, Exhibit D, Grading, Drainage and
Erosion Control Plan, Exhibit E, Utility Plan, Exhibit F, East Elevation, Exhibit G, North
Elevation, Exhibit H, South Elevation, Exhibit I, West Elevation, and Exhibit J, West
Elevation-Parking Ramp, and Exhibit K, Parking Ramp elevation (south). The approved
Exhibit A, Site Plan, may be modified to add a separate enclosed pedestrian walkway
between the two office buildings south of the parking ramps and to delete the internal
pedestrian walkway within the parking ramps. Said modifications must be approved by the
Community Development Director and the Zoning Administrator.
2. Prior to any site work, the applicant shall meet the following conditions:
a. Provide evidence that the Watershed District and MPCA have approved any plan changes
for the development, and that any other necessary permits from federal or state agencies
have been obtained;
b. Provide a letter of credit in the amount of 125% of the cost of tree replacement.
3. Prior to issuance of a building permit, which may impose additional requirements, the
following conditions shall be met:
a. Parking ramp layouts and site plan shall be revised to show designation of at least 20
bicycle racks and at least 20 carpool spaces in convenient locations.
b. Lighting and signage plans shall be integrated with the building materials and colors and
approved by the Community Development Director and Zoning Administrator.
c. A development agreement must be executed between the City and Duke which addresses
at a minimum:
1) Conditions of PUD approval as applicable or appropriate;
2) Surety in the form of an irrevocable letter of credit for pedestrian/bicycle
improvements;
3) Administrative approval of modifications to the PUD plans; The Mayor and City
Manager are authorized to execute said development agreement.
d. The developer shall reimburse the City for all costs incurred by the City in connection
with processing the applicant’s PUD and preparation of the development agreement as
provided in Section 14:8-5.0 of the St. Louis Park Zoning Code.
e. A covenant shall be recorded against the property, or another method satisfactory to the
City Attorney, which specifies that a minimum of 4,000 square feet of the atrium shall
remain in perpetuity as indoor open space and available for general “public” use. Said
interior atrium space shall be designed in an aesthetically pleasing and usable way, with
landscaping, benches, and the like. A detailed atrium plan shall be submitted and
approved by the Community Development Director and the Zoning Administrator.
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f. Assent form and official exhibits shall be signed by the applicant (or applicant and owner
if applicant is different from owner).
4. The developer shall comply with the provisions of the 1989 EIS and 1997 EIS Addendum for
Minneapolis West Business Center
5. The property owner shall implement the attached Traffic Management Plan (TMP) which has
been approved by the Travel Demand Management Joint Task Force. The annual traffic
report that is required by the Travel Demand Management ordinance shall be submitted to the
City of St. Louis Park Community Development Department by May 1st of each year
following issuance of the first Certificate of Occupancy for the new office building. The
annual traffic report shall be distributed by the City to all members of the Travel Demand
Management Joint Task Force. At a minimum, the report shall include annual p.m. peak
hour traffic data that has been collected by a professional traffic engineering firm for at least
5 consecutive business days for all intersections within the Xenia/Park Place Boulevard
interchange.
The following modifications to ordinance requirements are authorized as part of this Final PUD
approval:
1. The floor area ratio for the PUD site can be 1.57.
2. The setbacks on Gamble Drive for the parking ramp can be 17 feet.
3. Reduced office building setback along Gamble Drive to 96 feet.
Attachments:
• Resolution for amended Planned Unit Development
• Calculation Sheets
• Development Plans, including Exhibits A through K
Prepared by: Sacha Peterson
Approved by: Clint Pires, Deputy City Manager
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RESOLUTION NO.__________
Amends Resolution 97-123
A RESOLUTION AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 97-123 ADOPTED ON
SEPTEMBER 15, 1997 APPROVING A FINAL PLANNED UNIT
DEVELOPMENT UNDER SECTION 14:6-7 OF THE ST. LOUIS PARK
ORDINANCE CODE RELATING TO ZONING TO ALLOW
MODIFICATIONS TO BUILDING AND SITE DESIGN FOR THE OFFICE
TOWER AND PARKING RAMP FOR PROPERTY ZONED “O” OFFICE
LOCATED AT 1600 UTICA AVENUE SOUTH
WHEREAS, Minneapolis West Associates (Duke Realty Investments, Inc.) has made
application to the City Council for a major amendment to a Final Planned Unit Development
(Final PUD) under Section 14:6-7 of the St. Louis Park Ordinance code to allow modifications to
building and site design for the office tower and parking ramp, at 1600 Utica Avenue South
within an “O” Office Zoning District having the following legal description:
See Attached Legal Description
WHEREAS, the City Council has considered the information related to Planning Case No.
98-42-PUD and the effect of the proposed modifications on the health, safety, and welfare of the
occupants of the surrounding lands, existing and anticipated traffic conditions, the effect on
values of properties in the surrounding area and the effect of the use on the Comprehensive plan;
and
WHEREAS, a Final PUD was approved regarding the subject property pursuant to
Resolution No. 97-123 of the St. Louis Park City Council dated September 15, 1997 which
contained conditions applicable to said property; and
WHEREAS, due to changed circumstances, amendments to those conditions are now
necessary, requiring the amendment of that Final PUD; and
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WHEREAS, it is the intent of this resolution to continue and restate the conditions of the
permit granted by Resolution No. 97-123 to add the amendments now required, and to
consolidate all conditions applicable to the subject property in this resolution; and
WHEREAS, the contents of Planning Case File 97-42-PUD are hereby entered into and
made part of the public hearing and the record of decision for this case.
CONCLUSION
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that Resolution No. 97-123 (Document not filed)
is hereby restated and amended by this resolution which continues and amends a Final Planned
Unit Development to the subject property for the purpose of permitting modifications to building
and site design for an office tower and parking ramp within the “O” Office Zoning District at the
location described above based on the following conditions:
1. The site shall be developed, used and maintained in accordance with Exhibit A, Site Plan,
Exhibit B, Landscape Plan, Exhibit C, Existing Survey, Exhibit D, Grading, Drainage and
Erosion Control Plan, Exhibit E, Utility Plan, Exhibit F, East Elevation, Exhibit G, North
Elevation, Exhibit H, South Elevation, Exhibit I, West Elevation, and Exhibit J, West
Elevation-Parking Ramp, and Exhibit K, Parking Ramp elevation (south). Exhibit K shall be
modified to note colors of precast and that east and west facades of parking ramp will be
identical in design. The approved Exhibit A, Site Plan, may be modified to add a separate
enclosed pedestrian walkway between the two office buildings south of the parking ramps
and to delete the internal pedestrian walkway within the parking ramps. Said modifications
must be approved by the Community Development Director and the Zoning Administrator.
2. Prior to any site work, the applicant shall meet the following conditions:
a. Provide evidence that the Watershed District and MPCA have approved any plan changes
for the development, and that any other necessary permits from federal or state agencies
have been obtained;
b. Provide a letter of credit in the amount of 125% of the cost of tree replacement.
3. Prior to issuance of a building permit, which may impose additional requirements, the
following conditions shall be met:
a. Parking ramp layouts and site plan shall be revised to show designation of at least 20
bicycle racks and at least 20 carpool spaces in convenient locations.
b. Lighting and signage plans shall be integrated with the building materials and colors and
approved by the Community Development Director and Zoning Administrator.
c. A development agreement must be executed between the City and Duke which addresses
at a minimum:
1) Conditions of PUD approval as applicable or appropriate;
2) Surety in the form of an irrevocable letter of credit for pedestrian/bicycle
improvements;
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3) Administrative approval of modifications to the PUD plans.
The Mayor and City Manager are authorized to execute said development agreement.
d. The developer shall reimburse the City for all costs incurred by the City in connection
with processing the applicant’s PUD and preparation of the development agreement as
provided in Section 14:8-5.0 of the St. Louis Park Zoning Code.
e. A covenant shall be recorded on the property, or another approach satisfactory to the City
Attorney, which specifies that a minimum of 4,000 square feet of the atrium shall remain
in perpetuity as indoor open space and available for general “public” use. Said interior
atrium space shall be designed in an aesthetically pleasing and usable way, with
landscaping, benches, and the like. A detailed atrium plan shall be submitted and
approved by the Community Development Director and the Zoning Administrator.
f. Assent form and official exhibits shall be signed by the applicant (or applicant and owner
if applicant is different from owner).
4. The developer shall comply with the provisions of the 1989 EIS and 1997 EIS Addendum for
Minneapolis West Business Center
5. The property owner shall implement the attached Traffic Management Plan (TMP) which has
been approved by the Travel Demand Management Joint Task Force. The annual traffic
report that is required by the Travel Demand Management ordinance shall be submitted to the
City of St. Louis Park Community Development Department by May 1st of each year
following issuance of the first Certificate of Occupancy for the new office building. The
annual traffic report shall be distributed by the City to all members of the Travel Demand
Management Joint Task Force. At a minimum, the report shall include annual p.m. peak
hour traffic data that has been collected by a professional traffic engineering firm for at least
5 consecutive business days for all intersections within the Xenia/Park Place Boulevard
interchange.
The following modifications to ordinance requirements are authorized as part of this Final PUD
approval:
1. The floor area ratio for the PUD site can be 1.57.
2. The setbacks on Gamble Drive for the parking ramp can be 17 feet.
3. Reduced office building setback along Gamble Drive to 96 feet.
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Attest: Adopted by the City Council January 19, 1999
City Clerk Mayor
Reviewed for Administration:
City Manager
98-41/N/res/ord
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LEGAL DESCRIPTION
CASE NO. 98-42-PUD
Tract A, Registered Land Survey No. 1599, Hennepin County, Minnesota.
Subject to certain restrictions as shown in deed Doc. No. 1760863: (See Inst)
Subject to a perpetual easement in favor of Great Northern Railway Company, its successors and
assigns for the construction, maintenance and operation of a railway track or tracks upon, over
and across that part of the premises described as follows:
A parcel of land in said Southwest Quarter of the Southwest Quarter, Section 30 lying Easterly of
a line drawn parallel with and distant 9 feet Westerly measured at right angles and radially from
the center line of spur track No. 1 (hereinafter described) and Westerly of a line drawn parallel
with and distant 9 feet Easterly measured at right angles and radially from the center line of spur
track No. 2 (hereinafter described) and extending from said line drawn at right angles through
point “A” Northerly to a line parallel with and distant 200 feet South measured at right angles
from the said North line of the Southwest Quarter of the Southwest Quarter, Section 30, said
center line of spur track No. 1 is described as follows: Beginning at said reference point “A”;
thence Northerly along said line making a Southwesterly included angle of 92 degrees, 46
minutes with said North line of the Southwest Quarter of the Southwest Quarter, Section 30 for
76 feet; thence along a 17 degree 00 minute curve to the left for 75.5 feet; thence along a tangent
150.7 feet; thence along a 17 degree 00 minute curve to the right for 25 feet and there
terminating.
Said center line of spur track No. 2 is described as follows: Beginning at said reference point
“A:; thence Northerly along side line making a Southwesterly included angle of 92 degrees 46
minutes with said North line of the Southwest Quarter of the Southwest Quarter, Section 30 for
76 feet; thence along a 17 degree 00 minute curve to the left for 75.5 feet; thence along a tangent
58.3 feet; thence along a 9 degree 31 minute curve to the right for 125 feet and there terminating;
Subject to and together with a perpetual easement as shown in deed Doc No. 1100087; (Now
over part of above land)
Subject to a use restriction to August 31, 2008 as shown in deed Doc. No. 1292227; (See Inst)
(Now on that part of above land lying South of a line drawn from the Southwest corner of Tract
E, Registered Land Survey No. 864 to a point of the East line of said Tract E distant 18.18 feet
North of the Southeast corner thereof) (Torrens)
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City of St. Louis Park
City Council Agenda Item # 8d
Meeting of January 19, 1999
8d. Minnehaha Trails Office Park Preliminary Plat Proposal
Case No. 98-35-S
McCullough Companies is requesting Preliminary Plat approval for 5 office
development lots on approximately 3 acres of land south of 36th Street and east of
Phillips Parkway on the old “Hutchinson Spur” railroad property.
Recommended
Action:
Adopt a resolution approving the Preliminary Plat subject to the
conditions included in the resolution.
Background:
Zoning Designation: RC Multiple Family Residential
Comprehensive Plan Designation: R-50 High Density Multiple Family Residential
The applicant proposes to subdivide a long, narrow (1,500 feet by 100 feet) portion of the former
Hutchinson Spur railroad right-of-way located east of Sholom Home Residences and west of
Knollwood Village (Target, Rainbow, etc.). 36th Street is to the north and a billboard and
cellular tower are located on a separate parcel of the applicant’s land to the south.
The preliminary plat shows the 2.94 acre site subdivided into five lots. The concept development
plan shows construction of four two-story office buildings, and one one-story office building
with associated parking for tenants and visitors. Offices are allowed in the R-50 Comprehensive
Plan designation and RC Zoning District.
A neighborhood meeting was held on November 5, 1998 at Aquila School to allow informal
review and discussion about the proposed development. Comments from the neighborhood
meeting have been incorporated into the Analysis of Issues section of this report.
A portion of the Hutchinson Spur Trail will be built along the west side of this property within an
existing easement and within the Phillips Parkway right-of-way. Comprehensive Plan and
Official Map amendments are necessary to show the modified trail alignment.
The Planning Commission held a public hearing on November 18, 1998 and heard comments
regarding the proposal from nearby residents and management of the senior community. Based
upon the concerns, the Planning Commission continued the public hearing and asked staff to
provide more information regarding options for pedestrians who may not want to use the regional
trail. The Planning Commission recommended approval subject to conditions on December 2,
1998.
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On January 4 & 11, the City Council reviewed issues related to the trail alignment and the
location of an existing sidewalk and directed staff and its consultant to provide further
information on an approach which would accommodate both uses on the east side of Phillips
Parkway. This matter is discussed in greater length in the 1/19/99 staff report to the Council for
a Comprehensive Plan amendment for this area.
Issues:
Does the proposed preliminary plat meet the requirements of the zoning code, subdivision
ordinances and other applicable regulations?
Does the proposed plat accommodate the Hutchinson Spur Trail?
Will the existing sidewalk and landscaping be preserved or relocated?
Is the proposed development compatible with other adjacent uses?
Analysis of Issues:
Does the proposed preliminary plat meet the requirements of the zoning code,
subdivision ordinances and other applicable regulations?
Zoning Code: In general, the proposed plat meets the City Code requirements. The development
plan meets the lot size, width, setback, land use and parking requirements of the zoning code.
Offices are permitted in the RC- Multiple Family Residential zoning district.
Subdivision Ordinance: City design standards call for an optimum block length of between 300
and 660 feet. When blocks are longer than 300 feet pedestrian circulation ways or easements
may be required. The Minnehaha Trails proposed block would be 1,500 feet long with no
pedestrian or vehicular movement across the block. Residents from Sholom Home have
historically walked across this property to access Knollwood Village. In fact there are two
distinct paths across this property, which connect to the rear of the Target site. A pedestrian
walkway should be provided near the center of Block 2 in order to maintain convenient
pedestrian access for the existing residents and to provide pedestrian access for future office
tenants to Knollwood Village. A pedestrian access easement should be provided with the plat
and the developer should build stairs at the time of construction. A sketch in the Planning file
shows the proposed location.
A sidewalk easement is required along the 36th Street frontage and a minimum six-foot wide
sidewalk is to be replaced by the developer in accordance with City Code requirements.
Lot 5 does not have direct vehicular access to a public street. Therefore a cross access and
circulation easement will be needed over the portion of Lot 4 which provides access to Lot 5.
Cross easements will also be needed where driveways are proposed to be combined to minimize
interference with the trail (see trail discussion below).
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Fire Requirements: Due to the lack of road or driveway access for emergency vehicles, the
proposed building on Lot 5 will be required to be equipped with an automatic fire sprinkler
system. Also, an additional fire hydrant will be required on Lot 5 to meet the maximum 660-foot
access to buildings.
Does the proposed plat accommodate the Hutchinson Spur Trail?
At the time of preparing this report, it appears the plat and the development plan accommodate
the trail construction and use. The trail will be constructed in the Phillips Parkway right-of-way
for a distance of approximately 600 feet south of 36th Street. The trail will then move onto an
easement which has already been obtained on the property being platted. As noted earlier in this
report, and in other related reports, analysis is currently being undertaken relating to the
feasibility of accommodating the trail and up to a 5 foot sidewalk in the Phillips Parkway right-
of-way. As part of the agreement to dedicate the trail easement, the City agreed to construct the
segment of the trail located between the south end of Phillips Parkway and Highway 7 to a
capacity to accommodate truck access to the cell tower and billboard located south of the
proposed development.
During the Planning Commission public hearing, concerns were raised with the number of
proposed driveways that would cross the trail. Staff and the developer looked at the feasibility of
combining driveways to minimize disruptions to the trail. Staff and the Planning Commission
recommend combining the driveways for Lots 1 and 2 at the shared property line and allowing
the driveway at the Phillips Parkway cul-de-sac to serve Lots 3, 4, and 5. In this manner, there
would be only two driveways disrupting the trail. The developer has agreed with this solution to
help address concerns.
Will the existing landscaping be preserved or relocated?
Most of the existing landscaping and earth berm along Phillips Parkway will be altered by the
installation of the trail or by the construction of the office buildings. Approximately 30 of the
160 trees will be removed. Fifty-five (55) trees will be preserved in their current location. The
developer plans to relocate 33 of the trees on-site and the City plans to relocate approximately 40
trees as part of the trail construction project. City staff have concerns that some of the trees will
be too large to move. These issues will need to be resolved in accordance with the City’s Tree
Preservation Ordinance prior to any site work
Is the proposed development compatible with other adjacent uses?
Office Use: The office use is permitted within this zoning district. The small offices are an
appropriate transition between the residential uses to the west and the commercial uses to the
east. Traffic generated by the five office buildings will be minimal and should not be a nuisance
to adjacent residents.
Drainage Issues: The Solar Car Wash owner (located just east of Lot 1) expressed concern about
drainage impacts upon his property. Staff reviewed the proposed drainage plan and feels that
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ordinary stormwater drainage is adequately addressed on the preliminary development plan.
However, due to narrowness of the site, slope, and limited area for snow storage (particularly
along the eastern property line), staff recommends preventing snow stockpiling in a manner that
would create negative effects upon adjacent property owners or upon the public trail.
MnDOT has submitted a letter regarding unresolved stormwater drainage permit issues. It is
staff’s understanding that MNDOT is awaiting detailed calculations before considering the
permit. These issues will need to be resolved prior to any site work.
Recommendation:
Staff and the Planning Commission recommend that the City Council adopt a resolution
approving the preliminary plat subject to the following conditions:
1. The Preliminary Plat exhibits shall be revised as required and the assent form and exhibits
shall be signed before Final Plat application.
2. A sidewalk easement shall be dedicated on the Final Plat along 36th Street and a 6 foot
sidewalk shall be constructed by the developer within the easement as approved by the City
Engineer.
3. Access from Phillips Parkway shall be limited to 2 driveways at the following locations: at
the shared lot line between Lots 1 and 2 to provide access to said lots and at the Phillips
Parkway cul-de-sac to provide access to Lots 3, 4, and 5. Cross access and circulation
easements shall be placed over the shared driveways prior to initiation of any site work.
4. A 30 feet wide pedestrian access easement shall be dedicated at the center of Lot 2 from the
Phillips Parkway right-of-way to Knollwood Village.
5. Prior to execution of the Final Plat, all park and trail dedication fees and other required
financial sureties shall be paid.
6. Final utility plans and fire hydrant locations shall be as approved by the utility companies,
City Engineer and Fire Chief.
7. Tree protection/preservation/relocation shall be according to the applicant’s Tree
Preservation Plan and the City Code requirements.
8. Approval from the Watershed District and other agencies shall be obtained as necessary prior
to any site work. Any use of or work within the MnDOT right of way will require an
approved MnDOT permit.
9. The Comprehensive Plan and Official Map shall be amended to move the trail designation
prior to issuance of any building permits. Building permits may impose additional
requirements. Buildings on Lot 5 shall be constructed with an automatic fire sprinkler system
as approved by the Fire Chief.
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10. Pedestrian circulation, including stairs, shall be constructed by the developer in accordance
with the required easement and plans approved by the City Engineer prior to issuance of an
Occupancy Permit for Lot 2.
11. No medical or dental office use is allowed without the issuance of a separate conditional use
permit.
12. No snow stockpiling is to occur along the east property line or in other areas that would
create a negative effect (drainage, salts, icing, etc.) upon adjacent properties or the public
trail.
13. Exterior trash storage shall be fully screened to comply with City Code requirements.
Attachments:
• Proposed Resolution
• Proposed Preliminary Plat Exhibits (on file in City Clerk’s office)
Prepared By: Thomas Harmening, Community Development Director
Approved by: Clint Pires, Deputy City Manager
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RESOLUTION NO.__________
RESOLUTION GIVING APPROVAL FOR PRELIMINARY PLAT OF
MINNEHAHA TRAILS OFFICE PARK
BE IT RESOLVED BY the City Council of St. Louis Park:
Findings
1. McCullough Companies, owners and subdividers of the land proposed to be platted as
Minnehaha Trails Office Park have submitted an application for approval of preliminary plat of
said subdivision in the manner required for platting of land under the St. Louis Park Ordinance
Code, and all proceedings have been duly had thereunder.
2. The proposed preliminary plat has been found to be in all respects consistent with the
City Plan and the regulations and requirements of the laws of the State of Minnesota and the
ordinances of the City of St. Louis Park.
3. The proposed plat is situated upon the following described lands in Hennepin County,
Minnesota, to-wit:
All that portion of Burlington Northern Railroad Company’s (formerly Great Northern
Railway Company) 100 foot wide Hopkins to Hopkins Jct., Minnesota Branch Line right-
of-way, including improvements, if any now discontinued, being 50 feet wide on each
side of said Railroad Company’s main Track centerline as originally located and
constructed upon, over and across the Southwest Quarter of Section 18, Township 117
North, Range 21 West, Hennepin County Minnesota, bounded on the North by the
Southeasterly extension of the Northeasterly boundary line of THE FEDERATION
ADDITION, according to the recorded plat thereof, Hennepin County, Minnesota, and
bounded on the South by the following described line:
Commencing at the Southeast corner of said Southwest Quarter of Section 18; thence
South 89 degrees 04 minutes 39 seconds West, assumed bearing, a distance of 1086.15
feet, along the South line of said Southwest Quarter, to an intersection with the Easterly
line of said Burlington Northern Railroad Company’s discontinued 100 foot right-of-way,
thence North 20 degrees 49 minutes 09 seconds East, a distance of 224.00 feet along said
Easterly line to the point of beginning of the line to be described; thence North 69 degrees
10 minutes 51 seconds West a distance of 44.73 feet; thence South 32 degrees 38 minutes
56 seconds West a distance of 269.61 feet to the intersection of said South line of the
Southwest Quarter of Section 18 and the westerly line of said discontinued right-of-way
and said line there terminating.
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Conclusion
1. The proposed preliminary plat of Minnehaha Trails Office Park is hereby approved and
accepted by the City as being in accord and conformity with all ordinances, City plans and
regulations of the City of St. Louis Park and the laws of the State of Minnesota, subject to the
following conditions:
1. The Preliminary Plat exhibits shall be revised as required and the assent form and exhibits
shall be signed before Final Plat application.
2. A sidewalk easement shall be dedicated on the Final Plat along 36th Street and a 6 foot
sidewalk shall be constructed by the developer within the easement as approved by the City
Engineer.
3. Access from Phillips Parkway shall be limited to 2 driveways at the following locations:
at the shared lot line between Lots 1 and 2 to provide access to said lots and at the
Phillips Parkway cul-de-sac to provide access to Lots 3, 4, and 5. Cross access and
circulation easements shall be placed over the shared driveways prior to initiation of any
site work.
4. A 30 feet wide pedestrian access easement shall be dedicated at the center of Lot 2 from
the Phillips Parkway right-of-way to Knollwood Village.
5. Prior to execution of the Final Plat, all park and trail dedication fees and other required
financial sureties shall be paid.
6. Final utility plans and fire hydrant locations shall be as approved by the utility companies,
City Engineer and Fire Chief.
7. Tree protection/preservation/relocation shall be according to the applicant’s Tree
Preservation Plan and the City Code requirements.
8. Approval from the Watershed District and other agencies shall be obtained as necessary
prior to any site work. Any use of or work within the MnDOT right of way will require
an approved MnDOT permit.
9. The Comprehensive Plan and Official Map shall be amended to move the trail
designation prior to issuance of any building permits. Building permits may impose
additional requirements. Buildings on Lot 5 shall be constructed with an automatic fire
sprinkler system as approved by the Fire Chief.
10. Pedestrian circulation, including stairs, shall be constructed by the developer in
accordance with the required easement and plans approved by the City Engineer prior to
issuance of an Occupancy Permit for Lot 2.
11. No medical or dental office use is allowed without the issuance of a separate conditional
use permit.
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12. No snow stockpiling is to occur along the east property line or in other areas that would
create a negative effect (drainage, salts, icing, etc.) upon adjacent properties or the public
trail.
13. Exterior trash storage shall be fully screened to comply with City Code requirements.
Attest: Adopted by the City Council January 19, 1999
City Clerk Mayor
Reviewed for Administration:
City Manager
98-35/N/res/ord
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City of St. Louis Park
City Council Agenda Item # 8e*
Meeting of January 19, 1999
*8e. Case No. 96-20-RE Corrected Resolution
Reconveyance of a portion of tax-forfeit property located at 2621 Virginia
Avenue South to State of Minnesota for public auction
Corrected Resolution reconveying portions of forfeited lands to State of Minnesota
and waiving compliance with subdivision requirements in order to retain a part of
the original tax-forfeit parcel.
Recommended
Action:
Adopt corrected Resolution reconveying the tax deed for
property located at 2621 Virginia Avenue South to State of
Minnesota and waiving compliance with subdivision regulations.
Background:
About two years ago the City received a letter from the property owner at 8029 26th Street West
asking that the City study the public need for a tax-forfeited piece of property located at 2621
Virginia Avenue South, and if a public need is not found to reconvey the tax deed to the State of
Minnesota so that it may be auctioned to the public.
The City Council reviewed the request, found no public need for the portion of the property east
of Virginia Avenue, and adopted a resolution for a partial reconveyance back to the State of
Minnesota. (The original conveyance to the City included the Virginia Avenue right of way.)
Since that time, Hennepin County has requested that the City subdivide the property to reflect the
portion of the property to be retained for street right of way and the portion to be reconveyed to
the State. The attached resolution accomplishes this task and waives the City’s subdivision
requirements so that the filing and recording of a metes and bounds conveyance will be accepted
by the County.
Attachments: Corrected Resolution authorizing reconveyance and waiver of the subdivision
ordinance.
Prepared by: Judie Erickson, Planning Coordinator
Approved by: Clint Pires, Deputy City Manager
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RESOLUTION NO.____
RESOLUTION FOR RECONVEYANCE OF PROPERTY TO STATE OF MINNESOTA
2621 VIRGINIA AVENUE SOUTH
CORRECTING RESOLUTION 98-141 ADOPTED OCTOBER 19, 1998
WHEREAS, the City of St. Louis Park has received a request to conduct a study of public
need for property at 2621 Virginia Avenue South; and
WHEREAS, the City of St. Louis Park acquired a tax deed for a larger parcel including
subject property on May 12, 1961 for street purposes; and
WHEREAS, the City constructed Virginia Avenue South over a portion of the property
conveyed to the City in 1961; and
WHEREAS, the State of Minnesota requires that the tax deed be returned to the State so the
property can be sold at public auction if the City fails to use the property for the public purpose
stated or if public use is abandoned; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has determined that the public use for that portion of property
east of Virginia Avenue South has been abandoned; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has determined there is no existing or future public need for
the property east of Virginia Avenue South; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has found that said property is fully served by public utilities
including water and sanitary sewer; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has found that said property is a buildable lot as is determined
by St. Louis Park Zoning Ordinances; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has found that said property does not contain any wetlands as
defined on the National Wetland Inventory; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has found that said property is not located within any flood
plain, flood fringe or flood way as determined by Federal Emergency Management Agency,
Flood Insurance Rate Map, Community-Panel Number 270184 0005 B; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has found that said property does not contain or border upon
any protected water,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE ST. LOUIS PARK CITY COUNCIL
THAT:
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1. Pursuant to Minnesota Statutes Section 282.01 Subdivision 1, the City Council reconvey
the property described below back to the State of Minnesota for public auction:
Property ID #: 07-117-21-41-0001
Commencing on the North line of South One-half of Northeast Quarter (S 1/2 NE 1/4) of
Southeast Quarter (SE 1 /4) at a point 646.7 feet West of Northeast (NE) corner of said South
One-half of Northeast Quarter of Southeast Quarter (S 1/2 NE 1 /4 SE 1/4); thence South 126
feet to right-of-way of the St. P.M. and M. Railroad; thence Northeasterly along same to the
North line of South One-half of Northeast Quarter of Southeast Quarter (S 1/2 NE 1/4 SE 1/4);
thence West to beginning; in Section Seven (7), Township One Hundred Seventeen (117), Range
Twenty-one (21),
except that portion of the previously described property described as follows to wit:
Beginning at a point on the North line of the South one-half of the Northeast quarter of the
Southeast quarter a distance of 646.7 feet West of the Northeast corner of said South one-half of
the Northeast quarter of the Southeast quarter; thence South a distance of 126 feet to the
Northerly line of the right-of-way of the St. P. M. & M. Railroad,- thence Northeasterly along
said Northerly right-of-way line a distance of 75 feet; thence Northerly and parallel with the
center line of Virginia Avenue South to the North line of said South one-half of the Northeast
quarter of the Southeast quarter; thence west along said North line to the point of beginning; in
Section 7, Township 117, Range 21, Hennepin County, Minnesota.
2. Pursuant to Minnesota Statutes 462.358, subd. 4b, the City Council hereby finds that
compliance with the City subdivision regulations will create an unnecessary hardship and failure
to comply does not interfere with the purpose of the subdivision regulations.
3. Pursuant to Minnesota Statutes 462.358, subd. 4b, the St. Louis Park City Council hereby
waives compliance with its subdivision regulations and authorizes the filing and recording of
metes and bounds conveyances of the above described parcel.
Attest: Adopted by the City Council January 19, 199
City Clerk Mayor
Reviewed for Administration:
City Manager
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City of St. Louis Park
City Council Agenda Item # 8f*
Meeting of January 19, 1999
*8f. Advancement of Funds from the MSA Account
This report considers advancing funds from the City’s Municipal State Aid (MSA)
account for repayment of the construction costs associated with Cedar Lake Road
Phases I, II, and III and several other minor MSA financed projects.
Recommended
Action:
Motion to adopt the attached resolution requesting the Minnesota
Department of Transportation (Mn/DOT) to advance funds in the
amount of $720,000 to repay MSA approved construction costs.
Background: During 1995, 1996, and 1997 the City Council approved plans and specifications
and authorized receipt of bids for the reconstruction of Cedar Lake Road Phase I, II, and III from
Trunk Highway 169 to Quentin Avenue. That construction completed the reconstruction of
Cedar Lake Road from Trunk Highway 169 to Quentin Avenue/Hwy. 100 east ramp. This
project is one of the larger projects to be constructed in St. Louis Park at a cost of nearly 5.5
million dollars. A significant portion of the project costs were funded through expenditure of the
City’s MSA funds. Prior to 1995, the City did not expend all its MSA funds in order to generate
a fund balance in anticipation of the 1995-1997 Cedar Lake Road projects. However, due to the
size of the Cedar Lake Road project, the fund balance was not able to finance the entire project.
This was anticipated at the inception of the project.
Considerations: A funding mechanism became available in 1996 which allows the City to
advance funds from future allocations to its MSA account at no interest. This advance may be
done on an annual basis to a maximum amount of one year’s total MSA allocation. The City
currently receives slightly more than $1 million dollars annually in MSA funds. Out of the
money allocated, about $375,000 is used to fund maintenance activities on the City’s MSA
system, leaving approximately $720,000 available for construction. It is anticipated that
advancing $720,000 in funds will be necessary for 1999 through about the year 2002 before the
account balance becomes positive.
Recommendation: It is recommended the City Council adopt the attached resolution requesting
that Mn/DOT advance funds in the amount of $720,000 from its 1999 allocation to fund past
MSA construction costs in the City.
Attachments: Resolution
Prepared by: Michael P. Rardin, Director of Public Works
Approved by: Clint Pires, Deputy City Manager
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RESOLUTION NO. __________
RESOLUTION REQUESTING ADVANCEMENT OF
MUNICIPAL STATE AID FUNDS
FOR MUNICIPAL STATE AID STREET PROJECTS
WHEREAS, the City of St. Louis Park has designed and constructed approved
Municipal State Aid Street Projects in 1995 through 1997 which will require State Aid Funds in
excess of those available in its State Aid Construction Account; and
WHEREAS, said City previously planned to proceed with the construction of said
project(s) through the use of advance encumbrances from the general State Aid Construction
Account to supplement the available funds in its State Aid Construction Account; and
WHEREAS, repayment of the funds so advanced will be made in accordance with the
provisions of Minnesota Statutes 162.14, Subdivision 6 and Minnesota Rules, Chapter 8820.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Commission of Transportation be
and is hereby requested to approve this advance for financing approved Municipal State Aid
Street Projects of the City of St. Louis Park in an amount of $720,000 in accordance with
Minnesota Rules 8820.1500, Subparagraph 9, and to authorize repayments from the following
year’s accruals to the Construction Account of the Municipal State Aid Street fund for said City.
Attest: Adopted by the City Council January 19, 1999
City Clerk Mayor
Reviewed for Administration:
City Manager
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City of St. Louis Park
City Council Agenda Item # 8g*
Meeting of January 19, 1998
*8g. Extension of existing reciprocal arrangements between the City of St. Louis
Park and the Cities of Golden Valley and Minnetonka for joint use of golf,
athletic and aquatic facilities.
Council is being asked to extend existing reciprocal arrangements on a one year
basis with the City of Golden Valley (Brookview Golf Course) and the City of
Minnetonka (Williston Center). These arrangements will allow the residents of
Minnetonka and Golden Valley to purchase summer season passes for the Rec
Center Aquatic Park at the same rate and with the same benefits as St. Louis Park
residents. In exchange, St. Louis Park residents will be allowed to purchase a
patron card for Golden Valley’s Brookview Golf Course and will be allowed to
make use of Minnetonka’s Williston Center at the same rate and with the same
benefits as residents of those two Cities.
Recommended
Action:
1) Motion to adopt the attached resolution authorizing staff
to implement the terms of the reciprocal arrangement with
the City of Golden Valley on a one year basis.
2) Motion to adopt the attached resolution authorizing staff
to implement the terms of the reciprocal arrangement with
the City of Minnetonka on a one year basis.
Background: In 1997, Parks and Recreation staff from St. Louis Park, Golden Valley and
Minnetonka agreed to an exchange program which would involve the shared use of municipal
recreation facilities. On March 3, 1997 Council adopted resolutions approving reciprocal
arrangements with Golden Valley (for the use of Brookview Golf Course) and Minnetonka (for
the use of the Williston Center). In January of 1998, Council extended these reciprocal
agreements for an additional year based on staff reports of facility usage and resident savings.
Value of Resident versus Non-Resident Rates: The intent of these reciprocal arrangements is
to provide residents with access to high quality recreation facilities and to promote the sales and
revenue at each of those facilities. During the summer of 1998, the net savings (in dollars) for St.
Louis Park residents using the Brookview Golf Course was nearly identical to the net savings (in
dollars) to Golden Valley residents using the Rec Center Aquatic Park. As a result, it appears
that the reciprocal arrangement with Golden Valley is fair and equitable, and that it provides
mutual benefit to both communities.
With construction delays during 1998, Minnetonka’s Williston Center has not yet had a full year
of operation. As a result, the savings for St. Louis Park residents using Williston Center are
lower than original projections. However, based on the past two summer’s use of the Rec Center
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Aquatic Park by Minnetonka residents and the current use of the Williston Center by St. Louis
Park residents, it appears that the potential growth in use of the Williston Center by St. Louis
Park residents will be sufficient to generate comparable cost savings for both cities.
Total Sales % of SLP
Residents
Savings to SLP
Residents
% of Mtka
Residents
Savings to Mtka
Residents
Williston Center $454,433 9.7% $10,075
Rec Center $219,420 17.3% $12,780
Total Sales % of SLP
Residents
Savings to SLP
Residents
% of GV
Residents
Savings to GV
Residents
Brookview $48,652 16.8% $6,259
Rec Center $219,420 8.6% $6,380
Conclusion: Staff believes that the future financial success of the Aquatic Park will depend on
additional revenue from non-residents. Staff is of the opinion that the reciprocal arrangement
with Golden Valley has proven to be worthwhile and should be continued. Staff is also of the
opinion that the arrangement with the City of Minnetonka will be equally beneficial for both
communities, and should be extended for an additional year in order to generate adequate data
which can be used to evaluate the benefits for 1999 and beyond.
Attachments: Resolution of agreement with City of Golden Valley
Resolution of agreement with City of Minnetonka
Prepared by: Cindy Walsh, Director of Parks and Recreation
Approved by: Charles W. Meyer, City Manager
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RESOLUTION NO. _______
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING RECIPROCITY BETWEEN
ST. LOUIS PARK AND GOLDEN VALLEY
FOR JOINT USE OF GOLF AND AQUATIC FACILITIES
WHEREAS, the City of Golden Valley owns, operates and maintains Brookview Golf Course
for the enjoyment of its residents and the general public; and
WHEREAS, residents of Golden Valley may purchase patron cards for the use of Brookview
Golf Course, which provides special benefits and services, at a reduced “resident rate”; and
WHEREAS, members of the general public who do not reside within the City of Golden Valley
must pay the “non-resident rate” to receive a patron card for use at Brookview Golf Course; and
WHEREAS, the City of St. Louis Park owns, operates and maintains the Rec Center Aquatic
Park for the enjoyment of its residents and the general public; and
WHEREAS, residents of the City of St. Louis Park may purchase season passes for the Rec
Center Aquatic Park, which provides them with special benefits and services, at a reduced
“resident rate”; and
WHEREAS, members of the general public who do not reside within the City of St. Louis Park
must pay the “non-resident rate” to purchase a season pass at the Rec Center Aquatic Park; and
WHEREAS, the Golden Valley City Council has endorsed a reciprocity agreement between the
City of St. Louis Park and the City of Golden Valley for joint use of golf and aquatic facilities to
provide expanded recreational opportunities for its City’s residents; and
WHEREAS, the St. Louis Park Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission has carefully
reviewed and evaluated the past reciprocal arrangement between St. Louis Park and Golden
Valley and has unanimously voted to recommend extension by the St. Louis Park City Council;
and
WHEREAS, the St. Louis Park City Council has determined that it is in the best interest of its
residents to provide the highest quality recreational programs and services at the lowest possible
cost, and that the shared use of certain facilities with adjoining communities helps to meet that
objective:
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the St. Louis Park City Council that residents of
the City of Golden Valley will be allowed to purchase season passes at the Rec Center Aquatic
Park at the same rate and with the same benefits as St. Louis Park residents, with the
understanding that St. Louis Park residents will be allowed to purchase patron cards at
Brookview Golf Course at the same rate and with the same benefits as Golden Valley residents;
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AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this authorization for the reciprocal use of golf and
aquatic facilities is hereby approved on a one-year basis, with the understanding that staff will
evaluate the benefits and impact on residents of both communities and report those findings to
the City Council in the fall of 1999.
Reviewed for Administration Adopted by the City Council January 19, 1999
City Manager Mayor
Attest::
City Clerk
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RESOLUTION NO. _______
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING RECIPROCITY BETWEEN
ST. LOUIS PARK AND MINNETONKA
FOR JOINT USE OF ATHLETIC AND AQUATIC FACILITIES
WHEREAS, the City of Minnetonka owns, operates and maintains the Williston Center for the
enjoyment of its residents and the general public; and
WHEREAS, residents of Minnetonka may purchase memberships for use of the Williston
Center, which provide them with special benefits and services at a reduced “resident rate”; and
WHEREAS, members of the general public who do not reside within the City of Minnetonka
must pay a “non-resident rate” to make use of the Williston Center; and
WHEREAS, the City of St. Louis Park owns, operates and maintains the Rec Center Aquatic
Park for the enjoyment of its residents and the general public; and
WHEREAS, residents of the City of St. Louis Park may purchase season passes for the Rec
Center Aquatic Park, which provide them with special benefits and services at a reduced
“resident rate”; and
WHEREAS, members of the general public who do not reside within the City of St. Louis Park
must pay a “non-resident rate” to purchase a season pass at the new family aquatic facility; and
WHEREAS, the Minnetonka City Council has endorsed a reciprocity agreement to provide
residents of both communities with an opportunity to use St. Louis Park’s Rec Center Aquatic
Park and Minnetonka’s renovated Williston Center; and
WHEREAS, the St. Louis Park Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission has carefully
reviewed and evaluated the proposed reciprocal arrangement between St. Louis Park and
Minnetonka and has unanimously voted to recommend approval by the St. Louis Park City
Council; and
WHEREAS, the St. Louis Park City Council has determined that it is in the best interest of its
residents to provide the highest quality recreational programs and services at the lowest possible
cost, and that the shared use of certain facilities with adjoining communities helps to meet that
objective:
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the St. Louis Park City Council that residents of
the City of Minnetonka will be allowed to purchase 1999 summer season passes at the Rec
Center Aquatic Park at the same rate and with the same benefits as St. Louis Park residents, with
the understanding that St. Louis Park residents will be allowed to make use of the Williston
Center at the same rate and with the same benefits as Minnetonka residents;
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AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this authorization for the reciprocal use of athletic
and aquatic facilities is hereby approved on a one-year basis, with the understanding that staff
will evaluate the benefits and impact on residents of both communities and report those findings
to the City Council in the fall of 1999.
Attest: Adopted by the City Council January 19, 1998
City Clerk Mayor
Reviewed for Administration:
City Manager
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Item # 9a*
MINUTES
HOUSING AUTHORITY
St. Louis Park, Minnesota
December 9, 1998 - 5:00 p.m.
Council Chambers
MEMBERS PRESENT: Catherine Courtney, William Gavzy, Bridget Gothberg,
Walter Hartman, Shone Row
STAFF PRESENT: Sharon Anderson, Joanna Brownstein, Tom Harmening,
Nancy Sells, Cindy Stromberg
OTHERS PRESENT: Marilyn Hoeft, League of Women Voters
1. Call to Order
Commissioner Gavzy called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m.
2. Approval of Minutes of November 18, 1998
Commissioner Courtney moved approval of the minutes of November 18, 1998.
Commissioner Hartman seconded the motion, and the motion passed on a vote of 3-0
with Commissioners Courtney, Gavzy and Hartman voting in favor. (Note:
Commissioner Row arrived at 5:10 p.m. and Commissioner Gothberg arrived at 5:50
p.m.)
3. Hearings: None
4. Reports and Committees: None
5. Unfinished Business: None
6. New Business
a. Organizational Study
Mr. Harmening presented background on why the study was initiated. He said that staff
and the consultant presented their recommendations to him in late August. He said that
he has spent the last three months assessing the recommendations, meeting with the City
Manager, Human Resources Manager and other resource persons, and developing his first
draft proposal for reorganization.
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Mr. Harmening reviewed changes proposed in the accounting function which he
presented at the November meeting. The City's Finance Department would take over the
accounting function for the Authority and the accounting clerk position would be
eliminated.
Mr. Harmening reviewed the current organizational structure, two options developed by
staff and the consultant, and a third option which he proposes.
Mr. Harmening commented on issues raised by his proposal.
Mr. Harmening outlined the next steps to be taken in the process. He will continue
discussions with City and Authority staff. He will continue work on the accounting
function transition. The next step would be hiring the Deputy Director/Housing
Supervisor and Housing Assistant position.
Mr. Harmening discussed the possibility of adding a Housing Services Coordinator
position in the future.
Commissioner Gavzy asked Mr. Harmening for a schedule of the next steps. Mr.
Harmening responded that currently a plan is being written for the accounting transition.
He anticipates that the City Finance Dept. could take over accounting services by April 1.
Kopsa, the fee accountant, may provide services on a month-by-month basis if needed.
Mr. Harmening expects that a Deputy Director/Housing Supervisor and Housing
Assistant could be hired by June 1 or sooner.
Commissioner Courtney asked what the Executive Director's role would be in the new
structure. Mr. Harmening said he would be involved primarily from an overall strategic
planning policy perspective. He said that he would still be involved in the agency and
would attend meetings but that the Deputy Director/Housing Supervisor would oversee
the day-to-day housing operations.
Commissioner Gavzy asked if HUD would view the Deputy Director as Executive
Director in terms of execution of documents. Mr. Harmening said that would have to be
clarified with HUD.
Commissioner Hartman asked if new job descriptions and work flow plans incorporating
new goals would be developed. He would like to see a chart showing how the new
structure relates to the goals and objectives of the Authority.
Mr. Harmening responded that job descriptions were developed as part of the study and
can be expanded as necessary. Mr. Harmening said that part of the impetus for
undertaking a reorganization was the realization that change was necessary for the
mission and vision of the Authority to be accomplished. He said he thinks the job
descriptions reflect the new goals of the Authority.
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Commissioner Gavzy invited staff to comment on the reorganization proposal.
Ms. Brownstein said that she thinks the City funding of certain key positions provides the
first step for the Authority to grow and become more fiscally sound and perhaps more
fiscally independent. Transitions will occur, possibly with the addition of a Housing
Services Coordinator, possibly not if it doesn't seem the right thing as time goes on.
Ms. Anderson commented that the opportunity to be introspective was good and that the
consultant, AVI, was excellent. Ms. Anderson said that initially AVI seemed interested
in the Authority becoming more autonomous and that she was encouraged to see more
City connection in the proposed structure. Ms. Anderson discussed her initial concerns
with changes in accounting as relates to the day-to-day needs in the public housing
program. She said that she feels more confident about the accounting change since
meetings with City staff have taken place and she thinks in the end the change could be
very good.
Ms. Stromberg said that she believes the change in accounting will result in greater
efficiency, especially as services will be in-house rather than provided by an out-state fee
accountant.
Commissioner Courtney asked if staff has had any discussions with housing authorities
which have their accounting services provided through a city.
Mr. Harmening said that a housing finance staff person from the South St. Paul HRA has
been very helpful as a resource on this subject.
There was a discussion about HUD's changing role with housing authorities.
Ms. Stromberg commented that generally HUD provides funds only. HUD staff support
has been significantly reduced. Authorities are encouraged to share and learn through
networking.
Ms. Anderson said that she met with a HUD representative recently regarding the Leasing
and Occupancy Plan. The representative told her that HUD encourages feedback from
authorities if they feel they are not getting needed services.
Ms. Stromberg said that HUD has consolidated and become more efficient. She
commented that much of HUD's reorganization is good and should insure its survival.
Ms. Brownstein said that she is aware of many changes occurring within the single
family/multi-family HUD programs. The representatives for many of these programs are
now located in Chicago.
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Commissioner Gothberg said that she supports the proposal for the Authority's
reorganization wholeheartedly. She encouraged staff to feel comfortable in
coming back to the Authority board to make revisions to the plan as needed.
Commissioner Gavzy said that he is pleased that the proposal is identified as a
"work in progress." He said that he is glad that the first step will strengthen the
accounting area and that the remaining steps will evolve over time.
b. Caretaker Contract
Commissioner Gothberg moved that the Authority authorize execution of an
extension to the current contract with Zinoviy and Galina Savitskiy to February
28, 1999, at a fee of $470 per month in addition to free rental of Unit 222.
Commissioner Hartman seconded the motion, and the motion passed on a vote of
5-0 with Commissioners Courtney, Gavzy, Gothberg, Hartman and Row voting in
favor.
c. Home Renewal Program - 3401/5 Rhode Island Ave. S.
Ms. Brownstein reported that she would like to bring the agenda item back to the
January meeting. Copies of the purchase agreement have been distributed to the
children of the owner and Ms. Brownstein is awaiting feedback and questions.
Ms. Brownstein believes the Authority will be able to move forward on the
property and she anticipates that the signed purchase agreements will be returned
to her within a week.
Ms. Brownstein said it makes sense to wait until the January meeting for
discussion of whether the project would be a Home Renewal or Habitat
development. She said that she would still like Habitat staff to do an internal
assessment of the house so she could feel comfortable in having two opinions
regarding whether or not the house is suitable for rehab. Ms. Brownstein said that
the City Housing Inspector recommended demolition of the property because of
the extremely high cost of rehabilitation.
Ms. Brownstein reported that as mentioned at the November meeting, one of the
couples involved in Park Commons relocation has expressed an interest in
purchasing the vacant lot at 3401 Rhode Island Ave. S.
d. Home Renewal Program - 2808 Georgia Ave. S.
Ms. Brownstein stated that an offer of $45,000 has been made for the property.
She said that staff is recommending the project as an acquisition, demolition and
resale for the construction of a move-up single family home. Ms. Brownstein
explained that she is still waiting for a determination of the exact amount of
CDBG funds that the Authority can use toward the purchase of the property. The
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City Council has authorized the use of Housing Rehab monies to make up the
difference between CDBG eligible funds and the purchase price. This amount
could be from $6,000 to $8,000. Ms. Brownstein said that the sale price includes
relocation benefits.
7. Communications from Executive Director
a. Claims List No. 98-12
Staff requested five additions to the claims list in the amount of $8,196.08.
Commissioner Gothberg moved approval of the revised claims list in the amount
of $147,292.55. Commissioner Row seconded the motion.
Commissioner Hartman asked if the Authority's scattered site houses had carbon
monoxide detectors. Ms. Anderson responded that the houses do not have
detectors but that families can purchase and install them. She said that the item
has been put under contract costs for consideration in the budget. The concern
regards the Authority's liability if detectors that are installed should malfunction.
Staff will discuss this with HUD, the Authority's attorney, and other housing
authorities.
The motion to pass Claims List 98-12 as amended in the amount of $147,292.55
passed on a vote of 5-0 with Commissioners Courtney, Gavzy, Gothberg,
Hartman and Row voting in favor.
b. Communications
(1) Monthly Report for December, 1998
The report was accepted and filed.
(2) Scattered Site Houses and Hamilton House Update
Ms. Anderson reported on the on-going eviction proceeding at Hamilton House.
She said that the tenant did vacate. She also reported on an eviction proceeding at
a scattered site house. The formal hearing was decided in the favor of the
Authority and the family moved recently.
(3) Home Renewal Program and Habitat Program
The closing of the sale of 2937 Maryland to Habitat for Humanity was
rescheduled until December 22 because the seller became very ill.
Rehabilitation of the house is still expected to begin during the winter.
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(4) Maintenance Technician
Mr. Harmening said that Joseph Wellentin has been hired as maintenance
technician and will start on December 14.
(5) TRAILS Update
Mr. Harmening said that staff has just learned that one of its grant
applications to HUD to help fund the TRAILS program has been funded in
the amount of $20,819. Mr. Harmening said this means there should be
sufficient funding to pay for the next TRAILS program year without using
reserve monies. Mr. Harmening said that foundations are being
approached regarding funding.
(6) Park Commons/Hollman Update
Ms. Brownstein will be meeting with the Mpls. PHA regarding Hollman
units in late December. She will report on this topic to the Authority at its
January meeting.
8. Adjournment
Commissioner Courtney moved to adjourn the meeting at 6:45 p.m. Commissioner
Gothberg seconded the motion, and the motion passed on a vote of 5-0 with
Commissioners Courtney, Gavzy, Gothberg, Hartman and Row voting in favor.
Respectfully submitted,
__________________________
Walter Hartman
Secretary
dec-min:hsg
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Item # 9b*
MINUTES
PLANNING COMMISSION
DECEMBER 16, 1998 --7:00 P.M.
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
MEMBERS PRESENT: Dennis Morris, Michael Garelick, Ken Gothberg, Jerry Timian
Michelle Bissonnette (arrived at 7:20 p.m.)
MEMBERS ABSENT: Paul Carver, Sally Velick
STAFF PRESENT: Judie Erickson, Janice Loftus, Sacha Peterson
1. Call to Order - Roll Call
Chair Morris called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.
2. Approval of Minutes of December 2, 1998
Mr. Gothberg moved approval of the minutes of December 2, 1998 and the motion passed on a
vote of 4-0-0 with Garelick, Gothberg, Morris, and Timian voting in favor.
3. Public Hearings: None
4. Old Business: None
5. New Business
A. Consent Agenda - None
B. Other New Business
i. Case No. 98-42-PUD -- Request of Duke Realty Investments, Inc. for a
major amendment to a Planned Unit Development for increase in leasable
floor area, modifications to ordinance requirements for setback, and other
plan changes for an approved Multi-story Office/Structured Parking
facility for property zoned “O” Office located at 1600 Utica Avenue
South.
Sacha Peterson, Planning Associate presented a staff report and highlighted design
changes. She concluded that staff recommends approval of the major amendment
to the PUD, subject to the 5 conditions outlined in the staff report.
Mr. Timian asked if the parking will support the use of increased usable square
feet.
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Ms. Peterson stated that the proposed parking on site still exceeds requirements.
Chair Morris asked why the parking ramp for the adjacent Northco project was
approved for a 20 foot setback from Gamble Drive with no variance or PUD
modification.
Ms. Peterson clarified that, for this project, Gamble Drive is considered the front
yard whereas Gamble Drive was the sideyard for the Northco project.
Chair Morris asked if the MEPC traffic study is still valid since it did not take
into account other new development when the Planning Commission approved the
Plan.
Ms. Peterson stated that the traffic study and the approved Traffic Managment
Plan did consider future development.
Paul Holmes of Polk Architects, David Jellison, and Dale Dillon representing
Duke Realty Investments were present. Mr. Holmes briefly reviewed the design
and explained the reasons for the redesign.
Mr. Garelick asked what the rationale is for reducing the building from 11 to 9
stories and asked if it would be the same size as the building next to it.
Mr. Holmes stated that this building would be the same height as the building next
to it with the reduction in size.
Mr. Garelick asked if a major rental tenant had been determined and if Travelers
is still a major tenant.
Mr. Jellison stated that Travelers is still a major tenant and he is not sure who the
rental tenant of the new building will be at this time.
Mr. Garelick complimented the architect on the aesthetics of the building.
Mr. Jellison stated that although the blue glass is attractive, from the inside it
looks darker and the new glass for the proposed building will allow more light to
come in.
Mr. Garelick asked if there are any future plans for similar buildings in the
immediate area.
Mr. Jellison stated that everything north of the 1500 building would be
redevelopable property. A proposal from general motors for a 3 building campus
of 7500 square feet had been considered, but was put on hold.
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Mr. Garelick asked if the rent will be comparable to the downtown Minneapolis
area.
Mr. Jellison indicated that the rent will be slightly less and free parking will be
provided.
Mr. Timian asked what the cost per square foot will be.
Mr. Jellison indicated that the rent will be $16.50 to $17.00 net.
Chair Morris asked for clarification of the glass atrium.
Mr. Holmes indicated that the atrium is an area of about 8,000 square feet and is
attached to the parking ramp and the building. The open interior space will be
landscaped.
Mr. Garelick asked how the buildings are going to be connected.
Mr. Holmes stated that the buildings would be connected for pedestrians through
a covered heated walkway connection in the parking ramps.
Mr. Gothberg stated that he liked the slight difference between buildings and that
the new design is preferable.
Chair Morris agreed with Mr. Gothberg’s sentiment and commented on the nice
architecture style.
Mr. Garelick asked what the projection date is to break ground and completion.
Mr. Holmes stated that ground breaking will be in March, 1999 and completion is
expected 10 to 12 months later.
Mr. Garelick moved to recommend that the City Council approve the amendment
to the Planned Unit Development subject to conditions as recommended by staff.
Mr. Gothberg recommended a friendly amendment to delete Item 1C and the
amendment was accepted by the motion maker. The motion passed on a vote of
4-0 with Bissonnette, Garelick, Gothberg, and Morris voting in favor.
ii. Comprehensive Plan Chapter - Discussion Only
• Community Background
Chair Morris asked if any Commissioners had a specific item that they would like
to discuss.
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Ms. Bissonnette indicated that she did not receive a packet and would not be able
to comment.
Mr. Garelick asked if there are any future population projections determined.
Ms. Erickson indicated that on Page B30 there is information on employment,
population and household forecast and indicated that 1/3 of the community
consists of single person households.
Mr. Garelick asked what type of housing is projected for the future population
growth.
Ms. Erickson indicated that the majority of the housing will be multi-family or
townhouse style.
Mr. Garelick asked if there are plans to take down existing houses that are old and
redevelop those areas.
Ms. Erickson indicated that could happen as well but, economically, there is a
need to rebuild at a higher density.
Mr. Timian asked how many homes have been taken down recently.
Ms. Erickson indicated that about 12 have homes have been taken down this last
year. She stated that a chapter on housing will be coming to the Planning
Commission.
Mr. Timian asked if there is a graph in that chapter that includes new single
family and multi-family dwellings.
Chair Morris asked for clarification of comparisons shown on the graph on page
B12.
Ms. Erickson clarified the graph on page B12 and suggested modifications.
Mr. Gothberg recommended minor corrections to staff and asked staff to include
definitions for Table B9 on Page B24.
Mr. Garelick recommended including income averages.
Ms. Erickson referred to section on income on page B25.
6. Communications
A. Recent City Council Action - December 7, 1998
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B. Chair Morris asked about the status of the traffic report for the Norwest Bank
proposal. Ms. Peterson indicated that SRF promised staff a draft of the traffic
study by 12/17 and it is anticipated that the proposal will come back to the
Planning Commission at their meeting on 1/6/99.
7. Miscellaneous: None
8. Adjournment
Chair Morris adjourned the meeting at 7:55 p.m.
Respectfully Submitted,
Janice Loftus
Administrative Secretary
Prepared by:
Shirley Olson
Recording Secretary
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Item # 9c*
January 8, 1999
VENDOR NAME DESCRIPTION AMOUNT
A T S S A INC TRAINING/CONFERENCES/SCHOOLS 525.00
ABELSON, SHARON PROGRAMMING 10.00
ACE SUPPLY COMPANY INC BLDG/STRUCTURE SUPPLIES 118.52
ADVANCED STATE SECURITY EQUIPMENT MTCE SERVICE 257.00
AIRLIFT DOORS INC BUILDING MTCE SERVICE 118.46
AIRTOUCH CELLULAR TELEPHONE 412.42
AMUNDSON, DELORES PROGRAMMING 10.00
ARAMARK UNIFORM CORPORATE ACCT GENERAL SUPPLIES 630.49
ASSN OF METRO MUNICIPALITIES SUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS 8,682.00
AT&T WIRELESS SERVICES GENERAL SUPPLIES 18.79
BCSOFT COMPUTER SERVICES 700.00
BEILKE, GREG PROGRAMMING 10.00
BELFORD, MARY INSPECTION-SINGLE/DOUBLE 25.00
BIFFS INC OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES (44.84)
BOBS BINDING & SERGING INC GENERAL SUPPLIES 26.84
BOYER TRUCK PARTS EQUIPMENT PARTS 87.46
BROADWAY RENTAL RENTAL EQUIPMENT (1.66)
BURY, LYNN PROGRAMMING 10.00
CARLSON EQUIPMENT COMPANY EQUIPMENT PARTS 23.36
CARROLL APPLIANCE PARTS EQUIPMENT PARTS 510.90
CATCO PARTS SERVICE EQUIPMENT PARTS (142.35)
CAVLIN, ROBIN PROGRAMMING 10.00
COLBY, MICHAEL INSPECTION-SINGLE/DOUBLE 25.00
COLLINS COMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT MTCE SERVICE 20.00
COLOR TILE GENERAL SUPPLIES 19.69
COMPRESSAIR & EQUIPMENT CO EQUIPMENT MTCE SERVICE 901.00
DEKO FACTORY SERVICE INC OTHER IMPROVEMENT SUPPLIES 24.50
DELEGARD TOOL CO GENERAL SUPPLIES (65.54)
DENNYS ROLL-OFF SERVICES CLEANING/WASTE REMOVAL SERVICE 1,215.00
E & S ELECTRONICS EQUIPMENT MTCE SERVICE 235.47
EDELMANN & ASSOCIATES INC EQUIPMENT MTCE SERVICE 326.94
EMBEDDED SYSTEMS INC. EQUIPMENT MTCE SERVICE 1,062.00
EMERGENCY APPARATUS MTNCE EQUIPMENT MTCE SERVICE 1,375.12
EPA AUDIO VISUAL INC COMPUTER SERVICES 3,903.23
ERV'S LAWN MOWER REPAIR NON-CAPITAL EQUIPMENT 3,473.73
FIRE MARSHALS ASSOC OF MN SUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS 70.00
FOUR SEASONS TRAVEL INC TRAINING/CONFERENCES/SCHOOLS 597.00
G & K SERVICES CLEANING/WASTE REMOVAL SUPPLY 42.59
GENERAL SAFETY EQUIPMENT CORP EQUIPMENT PARTS (30.44)
GOVERNMENT TRAINING SERVICE TRAINING/CONFERENCES/SCHOOLS 98.00
GWD SERVICES INC OFFICE FURNITURE & EQUIPMENT 1,367.00
HAWKINS WATER TREATMENT GROUP CLEANING/WASTE REMOVAL SUPPLY 1,854.40
HOME DEPOT/GECF GENERAL SUPPLIES 582.70
HOME HARDWARE GENERAL SUPPLIES 423.00
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HPI INTERNATIONAL INC GENERAL SUPPLIES 273.80
HYDRO SUPPLY COMPANY OTHER IMPROVEMENT SUPPLIES 1,679.14
ICI DELUX PAINT CENTERS BLDG/STRUCTURE SUPPLIES 304.57
INDELCO EQUIPMENT PARTS 32.07
INDUSTRIAL SUPPLY CO INC EQUIPMENT PARTS 9.15
INTERSTATE BEARING COMPANY EQUIPMENT PARTS (166.20)
IOS CAPITAL RENTAL EQUIPMENT 193.83
J H LARSON COMPANY EQUIPMENT PARTS 433.38
JOHNSON, DICK EQUIPMENT PARTS 31.69
KARE TV GENERAL SUPPLIES 25.00
KEYS WELL DRILLING CO EQUIPMENT MTCE SERVICE 1,995.00
KNOX LUMBER COMPANY GENERAL SUPPLIES 19.71
KRAUS-ANDERSON CONSTRUCTION CO OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES 12,154.00
KUTOFF, ADINAH PROGRAMMING 10.00
L M C INSURANCE TRUST BLDG & CONTENTS INSURANCE 47,353.25
LAKELAND ENGINEERING EQUIPMENT EQUIPMENT PARTS 116.09
LONG LAKE POWER EQUIPMENT EQUIPMENT PARTS 6.20
LUBRICATION TECHNOLOGIES INC LUBRICANTS/ADDITIVES (300.00)
MACQUEEN EQUIP CO EQUIPMENT PARTS 25.87
MAKI, DENNIS GENERAL SUPPLIES 100.00
MASTERSON PERSONNEL INC PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 1,200.00
MC BRIDE, KATHLEEN TRAINING/CONFERENCES/SCHOOLS 275.00
MC ELHATTON ESQ, SHAUN C INSPECTION-SINGLE/DOUBLE 25.00
MID AMERICA METER INC EQUIPMENT MTCE SERVICE 200.00
MINN COMMERCE DEPT OFFICE SUPPLIES 40.00
MINN FIRE CHIEFS ASSOCIATION SUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS 200.00
MUTCHLER, J PROGRAMMING 11.00
N E H A SUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS 85.00
NATIONAL TECHNOLOGY TRANSFER I TRAINING/CONFERENCES/SCHOOLS 1,970.00
NEWMECH COMPANIES BUILDING MTCE SERVICE 1,061.32
NRG DISTRIBUTORS GENERAL SUPPLIES 123.48
NSP CO NOTES PAYABLE 45,065.48
PALMS BAKERY MEETING EXPENSE 18.35
PARK LIGHTING INC. EQUIPMENT PARTS 725.28
PARTS PLUS EQUIPMENT PARTS 6.39
PERF PUBLICATIONS GENERAL SUPPLIES 118.69
PITNER, KOLEAN PROGRAMMING 12.00
PRAXAIR DISTRIBUTION INC. GENERAL SUPPLIES 98.99
PRESTIGE LINCOLN MERCURY EQUIPMENT PARTS 2,065.41
RAINBOW FOODS SUBSISTENCE SUPPLIES 106.96
SA-AG INC OTHER IMPROVEMENT SUPPLIES 1,177.71
SALTZMAN, HILLARY PROGRAMMING 10.00
SAMPSON, JENNIFER PROGRAMMING 10.00
SEARS & ROEBUCK CO SMALL TOOLS 256.24
SHERATON COLORADO SPRINGS HOTE TRAINING/CONFERENCES/SCHOOLS 1,537.20
SKINNER, SHARON F TRAINING/CONFERENCES/SCHOOLS 5,000.00
SNAP-ON TOOLS OTHER IMPROVEMENT SUPPLIES 125.21
SPS COMPANIES INC EQUIPMENT PARTS 236.62
STRAND MFG COMPANY EQUIPMENT PARTS 200.23
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SUBURBAN TIRE CO TIRES 75.01
TAPE DISTRIBUTORS OF MINNESOTA GENERAL SUPPLIES 415.35
THELEN, REBECCA PROGRAMMING 10.00
TWIN CITY OPTICAL CO GENERAL SUPPLIES 67.54
UNIV OF SOUTHERN COLORADO TRAINING/CONFERENCES/SCHOOLS 1,980.00
VAN BENSCHOTEN, GRETA PROGRAMMING 12.00
VESSCO INC EQUIPMENT PARTS 107.50
VIKING BUSINESS INTERIORS INC GENERAL SUPPLIES 46.50
WAKEFIELD, DAVID C PROGRAMMING 10.00
WALDOR PUMP COMPANY EQUIPMENT PARTS 572.44
WARNER INDUSTRIAL SUPPLY OTHER IMPROVEMENT SUPPLIES 260.92
WATER ENVIRONMENT FEDERATION TRAINING/CONFERENCES/SCHOOLS 450.00
WATSON CO INC CONCESSION SUPPLIES 778.49
WELLS, JULIE PROGRAMMING 10.00
WHEELER HARDWARE BLDG/STRUCTURE SUPPLIES 3,181.19
WILLIAMS STEEL & HDWE EQUIPMENT PARTS 97.86
WILLIAMS, JULIE PROGRAMMING 10.00
WOLF CAMERA INC GENERAL SUPPLIES 13.83
ZIP PRINTING GENERAL SUPPLIES 107.67
163,982.19
January 15, 1999
VENDOR NAME DESCRIPTION AMOUNT
A T O M TRAINING/CONFERENCES/SCHOOLS 1,200.00
A W W A OFFICE SUPPLIES 65.00
ACE SUPPLY COMPANY INC BLDG/STRUCTURE SUPPLIES 4.75
ADVANTA BUSINESS SERVICES CORP OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES 194.90
AGAR, HOLLY INSPECTION-SINGLE/DOUBLE 25.00
AIRTOUCH CELLULAR TELEPHONE 1,724.83
ALBINSONS GENERAL SUPPLIES 13.05
AMERICAN FORESTS SUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS 25.00
ANN'S TOOL SUPPLY EQUIPMENT PARTS 105.55
ANTONSON, DALE GENERAL SUPPLIES 400.00
ARAMARK GENERAL SUPPLIES 83.94
ARAMARK UNIFORM CORPORATE ACCT GENERAL SUPPLIES 454.49
ASPEN EQUIPMENT COMPANY EQUIPMENT MTCE SERVICE 4,638.67
ASPLUND COFFEE COMPANY GENERAL SUPPLIES 168.00
AT&T WIRELESS SERVICES TELEPHONE 214.71
AUTO GLASS SPECIALISTS INC EQUIPMENT MTCE SERVICE 52.48
BACHMANS BUILDING MTCE SERVICE 107.57
BARON, EILEEN OFFICE SUPPLIES 45.31
BATTERIES PLUS GENERAL SUPPLIES 7.32
BAUMGARTNER, ROBERT GENERAL SUPPLIES 575.00
BERNDT ELECTRIC SERVICE BUILDING MTCE SERVICE 3,453.05
BEST POWER TECH INC EQUIPMENT MTCE SERVICE 1,941.60
BESTLAND, LORI CULTURAL 50.00
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BIFFS INC OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES (44.84)
BILL GIBBS STUCCO BLDG/STRUCTURE SUPPLIES 1,656.00
BITUMINOUS ROADWAYS INC OTHER IMPROVEMENT SUPPLIES 852.00
BLOMQUIST, MARLYS INSPECTION-SINGLE/DOUBLE 25.00
BOBS PERSONAL COFFEE SERVICE GENERAL SUPPLIES 423.34
BONESTROO ROSENE ANDERLIK PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 59,613.25
BORDER STATES ELECTRIC SUPPLY EQUIPMENT PARTS 177.79
BOYER TRUCK PARTS EQUIPMENT PARTS 34.60
BRAUN INTERTEC CORPORATION ENGINEERING SERVICES 2,238.15
BRENTS SIGNS GENERAL SUPPLIES 301.40
BROADWAY RENTAL RENTAL EQUIPMENT (1.66)
BURROWS, KELLI PRINTING & PUBLISHING 120.00
CAPITOL COMMUNICATIONS OFFICE FURNITURE & EQUIPMENT 5,155.01
CAREER TRACK MS2 TRAINING/CONFERENCES/SCHOOLS 129.00
CATCO PARTS SERVICE EQUIPMENT PARTS (30.71)
CIRCUITWORKS EQUIPMENT MTCE SERVICE 285.00
CLARKLIFT OF MINNESOTA INC EQUIPMENT PARTS 12,843.73
COLICH & ASSOCIATES PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 11,162.86
COLLINS, PATRICK GENERAL SUPPLIES 575.00
COLLISYS ELECTRIC CO BUILDING MTCE SERVICE 971.81
COORDINATED BUSINESS SYSTEMS L BUILDING MTCE SERVICE 99.00
CRILEY, KATHI L TELEPHONE 6.44
DALCO CLEANING/WASTE REMOVAL SUPPLY 503.17
DANKO EMERGENCY EQUIPMENT CO OFFICE FURNITURE & EQUIPMENT 180.58
DELEGARD TOOL CO GENERAL SUPPLIES (65.54)
DOBESH, MICHAEL GENERAL SUPPLIES 400.00
ECOLAB GENERAL SUPPLIES 849.12
EMERGENCY APPARATUS MTNCE EQUIPMENT MTCE SERVICE 143.10
EMERGENCY LITE SERVICE CENTER GENERAL SUPPLIES 341.97
ENGINEERING REPRO SYSTEMS OFFICE SUPPLIES 112.52
ERICKSONS SEWER SERVICE OTHER IMPROVEMENT SERVICE 166.00
ETC W/CAREER TRACK TRAINING/CONFERENCES/SCHOOLS 79.00
EVERGREEN LAND SERVICES CO PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 4,059.48
FAHNING, MARK MILEAGE-PERSONAL CAR 62.40
FORSTER, JAY STUDY INCENTIVE & MERIT PAY 568.73
GENERAL SAFETY EQUIPMENT CORP EQUIPMENT PARTS (30.44)
GENUINE PARTS COMPANY EQUIPMENT PARTS 858.92
GILL, ROBERT GENERAL SUPPLIES 400.00
GLAPA, SHAWN GENERAL SUPPLIES 1,129.43
GOULD, LAURA GENERAL SUPPLIES 575.00
GRAINGER INC, W W GENERAL SUPPLIES 266.84
GREEN TREE VENDOR SERVICES COR OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES 751.89
HACKLEY, DAVID GENERAL SUPPLIES 575.00
HAMPTON, ROBERT GENERAL SUPPLIES 400.00
HARCEY, MICHAEL L GENERAL SUPPLIES 575.00
HENN CO TREASURER SUBSISTENCE SERVICE 4,722.02
HENNEPIN COUNTY SHERIFF SUBSISTENCE SERVICE 429.79
HOME DEPOT/GECF GENERAL SUPPLIES 9.16
HOME HARDWARE GENERAL SUPPLIES 41.15
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HOME SPECIALISTS INC BUILDING 148.17
HOWARD R. GREEN COMPANY PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 21,208.98
HUIRAS, SHIRLEY OFFICE SUPPLIES 77.95
HUNTER, GLENN GENERAL SUPPLIES 575.00
HYDRO SUPPLY COMPANY OTHER IMPROVEMENT SUPPLIES 1,650.54
IKON OFFICE SOLUTIONS RENTAL EQUIPMENT 50.00
IMC SALT INC OTHER IMPROVEMENT SUPPLIES 3,827.83
INACOM INFORMATION SYSTEMS EQUIPMENT MTCE SERVICE 75.00
INTERNL SOCIETY ARBORICULTURE SUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS 85.00
INTERSTATE BEARING COMPANY EQUIPMENT PARTS (166.20)
INTERSTATE DETROIT DIESEL EQUIPMENT MTCE SERVICE 205.48
IVERSON, RONALD GENERAL SUPPLIES 575.00
J & F REDDY RENTS RENTAL EQUIPMENT 238.44
J H LARSON COMPANY OTHER IMPROVEMENT SUPPLIES 7.91
JESSEN PRESS INC PRINTING & PUBLISHING 4,828.44
JEZIERSKI, JAMES GENERAL SUPPLIES 575.00
JOHNSON, BRUCE GENERAL SUPPLIES 400.00
JUST,DAVID GENERAL SUPPLIES 400.00
KANSAS STATE BANK OF MANHATTAN NOTES PAYABLE 1,994.31
KIENENBERGER, BRIDGET GENERAL SUPPLIES 111.17
KLM ENGINEERING INC. BUILDINGS & STRUCTURES 6,134.05
KNOX LUMBER COMPANY OTHER IMPROVEMENT SUPPLIES 177.71
L M C INSURANCE TRUST OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES 1,375.00
LAGERQUIST CORPORATION BUILDING MTCE SERVICE 600.00
LAKELAND ENGINEERING EQUIPMENT EQUIPMENT PARTS 238.99
LANGEFELS, DOUGLAS MILEAGE-PERSONAL CAR 50.70
LANGLOIS, CARMINE GENERAL SUPPLIES 400.00
LARSON'S SALES, BUD GENERAL SUPPLIES 95.85
LAUER, DAN MILEAGE-PERSONAL CAR 91.00
LEAGUE OF MN CITIES TRAINING/CONFERENCES/SCHOOLS 10.00
LIDSTONE, ANGIE CULTURAL 50.00
LINDSTROM, JOHN GENERAL SUPPLIES 400.00
LINSK FLOWERS AWARDS/INDEMNITIES 40.00
LONG LAKE POWER EQUIPMENT EQUIPMENT PARTS 24.15
LOWELLS AUTOMOTIVE OTHER IMPROVEMENT SUPPLIES 239.57
LUBRICATION TECHNOLOGIES INC LUBRICANTS/ADDITIVES (300.00)
LUDWIG, PETER GENERAL SUPPLIES 400.00
MARQUARDT, DAVID GENERAL SUPPLIES 400.00
MASTERSON PERSONNEL INC PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 600.00
MAY, JANETTE GENERAL SUPPLIES 575.00
MC DONELL, MARTHA MILEAGE-PERSONAL CAR 18.20
MENARDS OTHER IMPROVEMENT SUPPLIES 28.99
METRO COUNCIL DATA CENTER SEWER AVAILABILITY CHARGE 3,960.00
MILLERBERND, DENNIS MEETING EXPENSE 13.65
MINN DEPT OF ADMINISTRATION RADIO COMMUNICATIONS 2,989.46
MINN SUN PUBLICATIONS LEGAL NOTICES 841.96
MINNEGASCO HEATING GAS 16,949.18
MINNESOTA CHAPTER NIGP SUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS 50.00
MINUTEMAN PRESS PRINTING & PUBLISHING 658.35
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MN DEPT OF ADMINISTRATION BUILDING 1,613.16
MN SOCIETY OF ARBORICULTURE TRAINING/CONFERENCES/SCHOOLS 80.00
MN TRANSPORTATION ALLIANCE SUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS 535.00
MORGAN, PAM GENERAL SUPPLIES 43.42
MULTICHANNEL NEWS SUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS 108.00
MUNICILITE EQUIPMENT PARTS 590.29
MYERS TIRE SUPPLY COMPANY EQUIPMENT PARTS (20.77)
N A F A SUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS 365.00
N A T O A SUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS 390.00
N I G P TRAINING/CONFERENCES/SCHOOLS 145.00
NATHENSON & ASSOCIATES, JUDITH AWARDS/INDEMNITIES 35.95
NATL ARBOR DAY FOUNDATION SUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS 15.00
NATL AUTOMOBILE DEALERS SERVIC SUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS 52.00
NORTHSTAR REPRO PRODUCTS INC GENERAL SUPPLIES 133.03
NORTHWEST GRAPHIC SUPPLY CO OTHER IMPROVEMENT SUPPLIES 21.95
OFFICE MAX OFFICE SUPPLIES 229.53
PAPER WAREHOUSE-GENERAL OFFICE GENERAL SUPPLIES 29.49
PARAGON CABLE RENTAL EQUIPMENT 388.40
PARTNERS IN PERSONNEL OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES 1,008.00
PARTS PLUS EQUIPMENT PARTS 432.79
PELOUZE SCALE GENERAL SUPPLIES 34.77
PERSONNEL DECISIONS INTERNATIO PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 6,430.00
PIONEER RIM & WHEEL CO EQUIPMENT PARTS 576.14
PRECISION LINE INC GENERAL SUPPLIES 1,301.43
PRESTIGE LINCOLN MERCURY EQUIPMENT MTCE SERVICE 476.31
QEC-MN GENERAL SUPPLIES 21.60
QUEST ENGINEERING INC EQUIPMENT PARTS 36.12
QUILL CORPORATION OFFICE SUPPLIES 75.16
RADIO SHACK EQUIPMENT MTCE SERVICE 31.94
RAINBOW FOODS CONCESSION SUPPLIES 18.91
RECYCLIGHTS BUILDING MTCE SERVICE 314.08
REILLY, MATTHEW GENERAL SUPPLIES 287.50
REYNOLDS WELDING SUPPLY CO GENERAL SUPPLIES 26.37
ROBINSON, PHILLIP GENERAL SUPPLIES 400.00
ROSENTHAL SALES SUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS 308.85
ROSHOLT, PAUL GENERAL SUPPLIES 400.00
RUFFRIDGE JOHNSON EQUIPMENT CO EQUIPMENT PARTS 820.17
RYAN, WILLIAM GENERAL SUPPLIES 400.00
SA-AG INC OTHER IMPROVEMENT SUPPLIES 855.45
SAVIN CORPORATION EQUIPMENT MTCE SERVICE 87.32
SCHWARTZ, LYNN MILEAGE-PERSONAL CAR 52.97
SEARS & ROEBUCK CO SMALL TOOLS 21.29
SIMPLEX TIME RECORDER CO GENERAL SUPPLIES 372.22
SLP SCHOOL DISTRICT 283 PRINTING & PUBLISHING 1,143.81
SMITH SAFETY PRODUCTS NON-CAPITAL EQUIPMENT 1,551.00
SMITH, CARY S GENERAL SUPPLIES 400.00
SPORTS TURF MANAGERS ASSOCIATI SUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS 25.00
SPS COMPANIES INC EQUIPMENT PARTS 29.12
STEINHILBER, PAUL GENERAL SUPPLIES 400.00
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STEMMER, LUKE GENERAL SUPPLIES 400.00
SUBURBAN PROPANE MOTOR FUELS 123.40
SUBURBAN TIRE CO TIRES 549.06
SUNDBERG, DARRYL GENERAL SUPPLIES 400.00
SWANSON & YOUNGDALE INC BUILDING MTCE SERVICE 381.00
THURSTON, WILLIAM OFFICE SUPPLIES 150.00
UHL CO INC EQUIPMENT MTCE SERVICE 401.30
ULTRAMAX GENERAL SUPPLIES 220.41
UNIFORMS UNLIMITED GENERAL SUPPLIES 55.59
UNITOG RENTAL SERVICE GENERAL SUPPLIES 563.15
UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA TRAINING/CONFERENCES/SCHOOLS 240.00
VIKING OFFICE PRODUCTS OFFICE SUPPLIES 349.39
VOSS LIGHTING EQUIPMENT PARTS 23.26
WALLICK, DEANE GENERAL SUPPLIES 400.00
WALSER FORD EQUIPMENT PARTS 316.54
WARD, JEFFREY GENERAL SUPPLIES 400.00
WARNER INDUSTRIAL SUPPLY GENERAL SUPPLIES 527.14
WATSON CO INC CONCESSION SUPPLIES 1,648.25
WCRA WORKERS COMPENSATION INSURANCE 5,319.59
WINDSCHITL, MARK GENERAL SUPPLIES 400.00
WINIECKI, MARK GENERAL SUPPLIES 400.00
WOLF CAMERA INC GENERAL SUPPLIES 134.67
WOLFE, STEPHEN D MILEAGE-PERSONAL CAR 145.28
WSB ASSOCIATES INC PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 6,806.75
YAEKEL, DANIEL GENERAL SUPPLIES 400.00
ZIP PRINTING PRINTING & PUBLISHING 324.83
ZIP SORT OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES 53.23
ZIPSORT POSTAGE 20,600.00
269,052.12
January 13, 1999
VENDOR NAME DESCRIPTION AMOUNT
PARK NICOLLET MEDICAL CENTER WORKERS COMPENSATION INSURANCE 124.67
SEDGEWICK MANAGED CARE WORKERS COMPENSATION INSURANCE 9.50
THOMPSON, JIM INJURY PAY 858.98
993.15
January 13, 1999
VENDOR NAME DESCRIPTION AMOUNT
GREAT WEST LIFE & ANNUITY INS DENTAL INSURANCE 4,171.90
4,171.90
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January 13, 1999
VENDOR NAME DESCRIPTION AMOUNT
BLOMQUIST DESIGNING OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES 20,000.00
COMMISSIONER OF REVENUE DEDUCTIONS PAYABLE 203.00
HARDRIVES INC OTHER IMPROVEMENTS 10,007.32
INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE DEDUCTIONS PAYABLE 645.00
KASSA CONSTRUCTION, RON OTHER IMPROVEMENTS 7,426.91
MN CHILD SUPPORT PAYMENT CENTE DEDUCTIONS PAYABLE 119.76
PARK NATIONAL BANK GENERAL CUSTOMERS 97,196.41
PERA DEDUCTIONS PAYABLE 43,891.28
PERA FIREMEN'S RETIREMENT ASSO DEDUCTIONS PAYABLE 3,196.66
PERA POLICE RETIREMENT ASSOC DEDUCTIONS PAYABLE 8,284.11
190,970.45
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City of St. Louis Park
City Council Agenda Item # 11a*
Meeting of January 19, 1999
*11a. Agreement to Share Costs with Metro Transit for Phase 2 Transit Study
Cost sharing agreement, scope of work, and schedule for Phase 2 Three-City
Transit Study
Recommended
Action:
Approve Cost Sharing Agreement with Metro Transit with
modifications to include a project schedule.
OVERVIEW:
Metro Transit has submitted for signature an agreement, and has contracted with LSA Design, for
portions of the work to complete the final phase of the Transit Study. This study also involves the
cities of Hopkins and Minnetonka. This agreement has been reviewed by the City Attorney and
was found to be acceptable. Staff is recommending that the agreement be amended to
specifically refer to a project schedule which would be attached to the agreement as an exhibit.
BACKGROUND:
A Transit Study was originally initiated by St. Louis Park, and principally funded by the Livable
Communities Demonstration Account (LCDA) grant, to improve transit accessibility in the Park
Commons area. The transit study was initially envisioned as a way to explore the use of a transit
circulator to provide connections within the Town Center area, and to jobs and housing located
beyond the area. After exploring the work of other community organizations, it was found that
there is an unmet need for public transportation to connect City residents to services, jobs and
shopping throughout the City. Subsequently, the Transit Study was broadened to look at existing
transit service not only within St. Louis Park, but within the southwest corridor which includes
Hopkins and Minnetonka. The Hopkins and Minnetonka City Councils initially approved only
“Phase 1” of the Study. This phase, primarily data gathering and analysis, was completed and the
final report submitted in November 1997.
Since that time there have been numerous meetings with staff and City Managers of the three
cities, Metro Transit, and our consultant, LSA Design, about how to proceed from here. It was
agreed that LSA Design would contract directly with Metro Transit and the three cities would
agree to share the costs of Phase 2, the final phase of the study. The total estimated cost of the
project is $125,000. St. Louis Park’s share will be $10,000 with Minnetonka and Hopkins
contributing $11,500 and $3,500, respectively.
The original contract with LSA Design to study the feasibility of a local transit circulator was
$30,000. Of this amount, $27,000 was financed through the LCDA grant. The Study itself has
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expanded well beyond that of a circulator, now focusing upon the entire regional transit system
as it serves St. Louis Park, Minnetonka, and Hopkins. The funds needed to supplement the
LCDA grant to complete this second phase will come from the EDA.
Final Scope of Work: A scope of services has been prepared which defines what tasks will be
performed by Metro Transit, and what tasks will be performed by LSA Design.
Schedule: The target date for the draft report is May 10, 1999. Phase 1 Service Implementation
is scheduled for mid-September 1999. The attached agreement will be modified to include a
project schedule which includes the above dates.
Public Involvement: A public open house has been scheduled for March 29th from 5:00 p.m.
until 7:00 p.m. in St. Louis Park to receive public input into the process. Notification of this
meeting will be published in the Park Perspective and the Sailor, and special notification may be
mailed to selected groups such as League of Women Voters, large employers, and some social
service agencies. In addition, LSA Design will be meeting separately with area employers to
identify their need for transit service.
Prepared by: Judie Erickson, Planning Coordinator
Approved by: Clint Pires, Deputy City Manager
ATTACHMENTS: Cost Agreement
Scope of Services