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MINUTES REGULAR CITY coUNCIL MEETING OCTOBER 12, 1983 PAGE 2 Mayor Warkentien presented a variance request from M.J. Barrett, 1825 Simpson, to construct a garage three feet from the lot line. Since the garage maintains the same distance from the lot line as the present garage, Councilmember Ciernia moved, seconded by Councilmeanber Larson, that the variance be approved as recommended by the Planning Commission at their October 10, 1983 meeting. Motion carried unanimously. Norm Sassing, Architect for Hob Moiler, owner of the property at 2061 W. Larpenteur, reviewed the variance requests discussed at the September 28, 1983 Council meeting. He explained that with the south lot line variance, the parking lot would be 3!~ feet from Larpenteur Avenue which he felt would be sufficient for snow reanoval, etc. Mr. Moiler explained that he would like as much parking as possible so that overflow parking would not create a problem at some future date. After a discussion, it was decided no variance was need on the south for the parking lot. Councilmember Ciernia moved, seconded by Mayor Warkentien, that the necessary variances be approved on the condition that they are approved by the Fire Chief and Building Inspector, and that final plans be submitted for Council review. Motion carried unanimously. Don Grittner, Chairman of the Citizens Advisory Committee, presented that Committees report on the Larpenteur/Snelling Redevelopment. He pointed out that in reviewing the three options presented by Dahl.gren Associates, it should be kept in mind that the area being considered for development is 100,000 square feet in size, which is much smaller than surrounding shopping centers; thus, it should attract unique develop- ment (village concept) for the area. The Committee chose Scheme B for the following reasons: (1) it will have the least impact on existing neighborhood, (2) it will be an improveanent to existing properties, (3) it is financially feasible (Scheane C is way beyond capabilities of the businesses and City), (!~) it agrees with the need of a village concept, (5) it addresses the northeast corner first and the southeast corner to follow, and (6) Scheme B, if properly presented, will be endorsed by the general public. Councilme:nber Ciernia asked for clarification in reference to which Scheane B Mr. Grittner was referring to and Mr. Grittner replied he was referring to the Citizens Committee Scheme B. .~ ~ a Ei GARAGE VARIANCE GRANTED M.J. BARRETT 1825 SIMPSON VARIANCES APPROVED FOR PROPOSED OFFICE BUILDING, .BDB MODER, 2061 W. LARPENTEUR PRESENTATION BY DON GRITTNER ON LARPENTEUR/ SNELLING REDEOELOP- MENT David Black, 1887 Arona, Vice-Chairman of the Citizens Committee, stated WORKSHOP FOR he was 90 to 95% in support of the final report done by Dahlgrens. Alice COUNCIL/ Robertson, 17111 Hilton, commented on the fact that Snelling and Larpenteur PLANNING Avenues create a barrier for pedestrian crossing and suggested this issue COMMISSION/ be discussed at the workshop. Ruth Dachtera, 17311 Pascal, suggested using CITIZENS a ramp of some sort for pedestrian crossing. Councilmember Ciernia re- AD~SORy quested that information be placed in the Council Newsletter regarding COMMITTEE possible development and the fact that the reports are on file at City SCHEDULED FO Hall for review. Councilmember Eggert requested that Fiscal Consultant 10/26/83 & Chenoweth prepare data regarding whether or not tax increment financing COUNCIL or industrial revenue bonds could be used as a tool in the development. MEETING Mayor Warkentien moved, seconded by Councilmember Eggert, that the SCHEDULED regular City Council Meeting scheduled for October 26, 1983 be cancelled, FOR 10/26/83 and that a Council/Planning Commission/Citizens Advisory Committee Work- CANCELLED shop be scheduled for October 26, 1983 at 7:30 P.M. Motion carried unanimously. Karen Northrup, 19t~2 summer, a member of the Citizens Committee suggested that the businesses in the area also be imrited to attend.