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MINUTES
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
JANUARY 26, 1994
Baldwin convened the meeting at 7:00 p.m.
MEMBERS PRESENT
Baldwin, Gehrz and Hustad. Also present were Chenoweth and Hoyt.
MEMBERS ABSENT
(Gibson Talbot arrived later) Jacobs
MINUTES OF 1/12/94 APPROVED
Council approved the Minutes of January 12, 1994 by unanimous
consent.
GIBBON TALBOT ARRIVES
Gibson Talbot arrived at 7:09 p.m.
CONSENT AGENDA APPROVED
Council approved the following Consent Agenda by unanimous
consent:
1. Disbursements
a. General disbursements through 1/12/94, $398,563.95
b. Payroll 1/01.94 - 1/15/94, $14,278.03
2. Licenses (see attached list)
3. Adoption of Resolution R-94-03 granting a variance to
the Minnesota Historical Society, 1755 N. Prior, to
install a sign two feet from the east property line
APPROVAL OF CONDITIONAL USE FOR VETERINARY HOSPITAL AT 1546
LARPENTEUR
Hoyt presented a conditional use request from William E. Graham,
DVM, and property owner Halsted Wehmann. The purpose of the
request was to permit the operation of a small veterinarian
hospital at 1546 W. Larpenteur. Hoyt explained that following a
public hearing held by the Planning Commission on January 24,
1994, the commission unanimously approved the conditional use
with conditions as listed. Baldwin read the conditions presented
by the commission after which Hustad moved adoption of Resolution
R-94-04. Motion carried unanimously.
RESOLUTION R-94-04
A RESOLUTION GRANTING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR
OPERATION OF A VETERINARY HOSPITAL AT 1546 WEST
LARPENTEUR IN A B-3 ZONE
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TRANSFER OF FUNDS FROM TIF #1 CONSTRUCTION FUND TO LARPENTEUR
AVE. CAPITAL FUND AND INFRASTRUCTURE CAPITAL FUND
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Hoyt explained the two 1993 capital projects (Larpenteur Ave.
construction and 1993 street, pathway and utility improvements in
the Grove neighborhood) that were planned for funding through the
city's 1988 TIF budget were initally financed by the city's
infrastructure fund. The proposed transfer will reimburse the
infrastructure fund and allow closing out of the city's financial
records for 1993. Gehrz moved adoption of Resolution R-94-05
which carried unanimously.
RESOLUTION R-94-05
A RESOLUTION TRANSFERRING FUNDS
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FORESTER'S REPORT FOR 1993
Dr. Linda Treeful, City Forester, presented the annual tree
program report for 1993 and responded to inquiries from Council.
She also provided a progress report on the proposed Cleveland
Ave. median planting project.
RECYCLING CONTRACT WITH E-Z RECYCLING TO BE EXTENDED
Hoyt reviewed the proposal presented by E-Z Recycling, Inc. for
possible extension of the present recycling contract. Hustad,
council liaison to the Solid Waste Commission, explained that the
commission had discussed the issue at the January 13th meeting.
The commission felt a contract should be negotiated for at least
a two years, did not recommend adding a 5th Friday collection
day, and requested the addition of at least one more material.
Council thoroughly discussed the proposed price increase, the
option of adding a 5th Friday collection and the advantages of
extending the contract for two or three years. Following the
discussion Hustad moved that the
city contract with E-Z recycling for a three year period for lst
and 3rd Friday collection. Motion carried unanimously. Hoyt
will ensure that the contract provides for review of E-Z's
performance and termination of the contract if deemed necessary.
DISCUSSION OF USE OF CITY FACILITIES
Hoyt briefly summarized issues indicating it
reevaluate the present city facility use and
Parks and Recreation Director Carol Kriegler
models for expanding on methods to determine
organization eligibility for free facility u.
discussion ensued regarding establishment of
was necessary to
fee procedures.
presented possible
group or
~e. A thorough
critera for free
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use. City resident, John Treadwell, addressed whether or not it
is appropriate to charge a fee for a political party caucus which
is the present practice. Baldwin felt it was inappropriate to
charge for this type of use which is ordained by statute, Based
on the discussion, staff was directed to elaborate and more
specifically define Item 5 in Model "C", and to add the following
criteria: 1) outreachJcommunity building component, and 2) cross
generational relationship. A draft of the policy will be
considered by council at the February 9, 1994 meeting.
DISCUSSION OF POSSIBLE COMMUNITY AND NEIGHBOR-BASED INDOOR
PLAYGROUND
Hustad presented information on a possible program which would
allow pre-school children and their parents to meet in groups for
informal play and companionship. He suggested that Council and
the Park and Rrecreation Commission consider the idea and provide
some city support, such as use of city facilities, etc.
City resident Nan Knutsen was in attendance, and as a mother of
small children, spoke in favor of the concept, as it could
provide a means for adults and children to get out of the house
and meet and connect with others. She requested that
councilmembers read the articles provided in the agenda for
information on programs implemented in other communities.
Council recommended that the matter be introduced to the Parks
and Recreation Commission for discussion.
TWO WORKSHOPS SCHEDULED: 1) WITH LEGISLATORS, 2) WITH PLANNING
COMMISSION
Council scheduled the following tentative dates for workshops
(depending upon availability of participants):
1. Workshop with Legislators, February 5, 9:00 a.m.
2. Workshop with Planning Commission sometime in February.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 9:10 p.m.
ATT,~S~:~
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Shriley Che oweth, City Clerk
Tom Baldwin, Mayor
MUNICIPAL
Champion Auto
Falcon Heights Pharmacy
Hermes Floral Co., Inc.
Larpenteur Tan Line
* Midwest Temperature Control
1550 W. Larpenteur #206
* Pro Pet Spay/Neuter Hospital
1546 Larpenteur
The Packaging Store
GENERAL CONTRACTOR
Valley Window Service #3043
REFUSE/RECYCLING HAULERS
Waste Management Blaine #3044
#3042
#3039
#3038
#3041
#3023
#3045
#3040
Meeting Date: 1/26/94