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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCCMin_81Aug12• • • MINUTES REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING AUGUST 12, 1981 A regular meeting of the Falcon Heights City Council was called to order by Mayor Warkentien at 7:30 p.m. Mayor Warkentien, Councilmembers Steele, Brown, and Eggert. Also present were Clerk Administrator Barnes, Attorney Allen and Engineer Lemberg. Councilmember Larson. c~ PRESENT ABSENT Councilmember Eggert moved, seconded by Councilmember Brown, that the CONSENT Consent Agenda be approved as presented. Motion carried unanimously. AGENDA APPROVID 1. Fire Reports ~F-01881 and 46F-01981 2. Rescue Reports ~iR-06081 - ~iR-06681 3. General Payroll 7/1/81 - 7/15/81 4. General Payroll 7/16/81 - 7/31/81 5. Liquor Payroll 7/1/81 - 7/15/81 b. Liquor Payroll 7/16/81 - 7/31/81 7. General Disbursements 7/16/81 - 8/12/81 Sinking Fund 8. Liquor Disbursements 7/14/81 - 8/10/81 9. Planning Commission Minutes of July 13, 1981 10. Building Inspector's Report, June, 1981 11. Liquor Store Financial Report, June, 1981 12. Licenses: See attached list $ 5,519.51 $ 4,487.63 $ 2,407.73 $ 2,717.92 $46,616.72 $ 1,537.50 $57,223.57 Councilmember Steele moved, seconded by Councilmember Eggert that the Minutes of July 15, 1981 be approved as corrected. Motion carried unanimously. Councilmember Steele moved, seconded by Councilmember Eggert, that the Minutes of July 22, 1981 be approved as corrected. Upon a vote being taken the .following voted in favor thereof: Mayor Warkentien, Council- members Steele and Eggert, and the following voted against the same: None. Councilmember Brown abstained. Motion carried. The following new business was added to the agenda: (1) A resolution establishing the rate of reimbursement for diseased tree removal, (2) A resolution requesting Ramsey County's participation in the North Suburban Youth Service Bureau, and (3) Street lighting on Larpenteur Avenue. The Public Hearing on the 1982 Budget and Revenue Sharing was opened at 8;00 p.m. by Mayor Warkentien. Council held a short discussion and since no citizens wished to be heard, Councilmember Steele moved, seconded by Councilmember Eggert, that the Revenue Sharing Funds be assigned to the Policing Budget for 1982 and that the balance of the 1982 Budget discussion be deferred until August 26, 1981. Motion carried unanimously. Mayor Warkentien presented for Council's approval the proposed list of streets to be posted "No Parking" during the State Fair. Council- member Steele moved, seconded by Councilmember Eggert that the following streets be posted: 1. All of the Northome Addition 2. All of Hollywood Court including the alley. MINUTES REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING AUGUST 12, 1981 PAGE 2 ~~ 3. St. Marys, Fry, Maple Knoll Drive and Garden Avenue west of Snelling STATE FAIR 4. Fairview Avenue 1,300 feet north of Larpenteur Ave. on both sides POSTING 5. North of Larpenteur, between Snelling and Hamline running to Garden (cont.) 6. Tatum 1,300 feet north of Larpenteur 7. Lindig St. on water side, including cul-de-sac 8. Larpenteur Ave. from Snelling to Cleveland Upon a vote being taken the motion carried unanimously. Mayor Warkentien read a variance request from Paul Baehr, 1746 Holton, to place a driveway on the vacated walkway as close to the south line as possible. Clerk Administrator Barnes explained that Mr. Baehr did not attend the Planning Commission meeting on August 10, 1981, and therefore, that body took no action. Attorney Allen stated that the City cannot grant any variance on the property until ownership is definitely established. The Clerk Administrator was directed to draft a letter explaining to Mr. Baehr that Council is not in a position to take any action until title is decided by the court. BAEHR VARIANCE REQUEST- NO ACTION UNTIL OWNER SHIP IS ESTABLISHED Mayor Warkentien presented a Conditional Use Request from John Welsch, WELSCH, 1915 Arona, to locate a futility shed in the pool area at his residence. 1915 ARONA At the August 10th Planning Commission Meeting, that body unanimously UTILITY SHE: recommended approval. Councilmember Steele moved, seconded by Council- APPROVAL member Brown, that the request be granted. Motion carried unanimously. Attorney Allen presented for consideration the proposed ordinance prohibiting unauthorized parking on driveways and private property. Councilmember Brown moved, seconded by Councilmember Eggert that Ordinance #182 be adopted and authorized publication of the same. Motion carried unanimously. ORDINANCE #182 ORDINANCE #182 AN ORDINANCEAMENDING ORDINANCE N0. 115 OF THE CITY OF FALCON HEIGHTS REGULATING THE PARKING OF VEHICLES WITHIN THE CITY Attorney Allen distributed copies of the proposed Non-Profit Gambling Ordinance and a summary which was prepared for publication. Council- member Steele objected to the sexist language in the ordinance and the Attorney agreed to correct the wording. Councilmember Steele moved, seconded by Councilmember Brown, that Ordinance 4183 be adopted with the stipulated re-wording.. Motion carr~ed unanimously. ORDINANCE #183 ORDINANCE #~ 183 _ AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING A SYS'PEM FOR THE LICENSING OF CERTAIN NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS TO OPERATE CERTAIN GAMBLING DEVICES AND CONDUCT RAFFLES PURSUANT TO MINN. STAT. 349.26 . The matter of an appropriate license fee for:the ordinance was discussed, LICENSE FE' after which Councilmember Steele moved, seconded by Councilmember Brown, FOR GAMBLIr that the license fee be set at $25.00 per event. Motion carried unani- SET AT mously. $25.00 MINUTES REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING '" AUGUST 12, 1981 ~ ~ PAGE 3 Mayor Warkentien moved, seconded by Councilmember Brown, that the text SUMMARY OF of the summary of Ordinance X183 be approved and that the Clerk Admini- ~i183 strator be authorized to publish the same. Motion carried unanimously. APPROVID F( PUBLICATIO" Clerk Administrator Barnes requested authorization to stop payment on lost Check 41915 dated July 31, 1981 issued to Alan J. Rolek, and issue replace- STOP PAY- ment Check 441932 in the amount of $419.89. Councilmember Steele moved, MENT ON seconded by Councilmember Brown, that the request be granted. Motion LOST CHECK carried unanimously. 461915 APPROVID Councilmember Brown presented for Council's consideration the appoint- ment of Susan Kay Cook, 1473 W. Larpenteur, Falcon Heights, as a APPOINTMEN3 volunteer firefighter. Councilmember Brown moved, seconded by Council- OF FIRE- member Eggert that Susan Kay Cook be approved as volunteer firefighter FIGHTER subject to the required physical and the one year probation period. SUSAN COOK Motion carried unanimously. Mayor Warkentien read a request from Flower City, 1553 W. Larpenteur, FLOWER CITY to display merchandise outside during the State Fair. Councilmember DISPLAY Steele moved, seconded by Mayor Warkentien, that the request be granted. DURING FAIR with the~~usual restrictions as stipulated in previous years. Motion carried unanimously. Mayor Warkentien opened for discussion the proposed renovation of the present City Hall versus construction of a new facility. For the benefit NEW OR of those in attendance he reviewed past discussions and possible new RENOVATED construction sites which had been considered. He informed that the CITY HALL City's Engineering firm has prepared a feasibility study which indicates DISCUSSION the cost of a new facility and the cost of renovation of the present facility would be approximately the same. Mayor Warkentien explained that the site being considered is a portion of the Rose Hill Nursery property, which property has recently been sold to a developer and that developer has indicated a willingness to sell a portion of the land to the City.. He mentioned several advantages to constructing a new facility such as, ease of access (one story building), adequate storage, parking, large Council Chamber/Meeting Room, energy efficiency and adequate space for fire and rescue. _ _ Janet Brown, 1887 Simpson,- inquired as to the purpose of a larger Council JANET BROi~TN Chamber. Councilmember Eggert explained that the plan drawn up is strict- 1887 SIMPSO ly a working plan for the purpose of discussion and to obtain an estimate of cost. Councilmember Steele added that Council had thoroughly checked into both renovation and new construction and had discussed the matter many times. Councilmember Steele also stated that, as a Councilmember, he is not concerned with or interested in more Council space but with a facility which is necessary for the operation of the city government, emergency services, citizen services, etc. and he was of the opinion that something must be done. He stated he was convinced following the feasibility study that a new facility would be the best, since the cost of the land would be a wash out if the pre- sent building can be sold and another site purchased for an equivalent amount. Janet Brown suggested that the feasibility study should have been done by someone independent of the Bonestroo firm and Councilmember Eggert ex- plained that Engineer Lemberg was requested to work on the study as he is familiar with the present facility, the needs of the City, and has worked on construction of other city facilities in the area. Councilmember Eggert informed that he had an independent consultant review the feasibility study and that consultant had come to approximately the same numbers. MINUTES REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING AUGUST 12, 1981 PAGE 4 Bill Brown, 1808 Asbury, stated it was clear to him how Ron Eggert and Gene Steele stand on the results of the feasibility study - seeming to favor a new facility. He felt it would be appropriate to identify how the remaining Councilmembers stand on it and inquired if it was a unani- mous position as of now. Mayor Warkentien and Councilmember Brown both indicated, that as a result of the studies, they were in favor of new construction. Mr. Brown commented on the fact that the site considered is removed from the hub of the City and Council concurred. Mayor Warkentien explained that several sites had been checked but were not available and the Rose Hill site would be more convenient than some others considered. Bill Brown stated "Gene you are obviously for it". Councilmember Steele replied that he was absolutely opposed to a new facility a year ago and it was really at his urging that committees were formed to study the matter. Councilmember Steele stated he felt it was a fair study and that all Councilmembers had good input, but looking at the dollars and cents was, basically, what convinced him. Councilmember Steele said he was convinced that a new facility can be purchased and that the facility will be excellent. Engineer Lemberg gave an explanation of the feasibility study and informed that copies of the study are available at the City Office for review by interested persons. The Engineer stressed that the new facility would provide for future possible expansion if needed. Councilmember Eggert was of the opinion that if costs are so nearly the same, a new building will be appropriate. The existing facility has no space for additional future explansion and the future of the City must be addressed. Mayor Warkentien moved, seconded by Councilmember Brown, that Clerk Administrator Barnes be authorized to make negotiations for the property under discussion and if any terms are reached it will be presented for Council for consideration. Motion carried unanimously. Engineer Lemberg informed that. he, Clerk Administrator Barnes, and Attorney Allen had attended a meeting on the lake overflow problem on August 12, 1981 and gave an update on-the matter. Attorney Allen stressed that Ramsey County should be included in the matter as the County continues to pump from the Gottfried Pit adding to the overflow problem at Lake Como. Clerk Administrator Barnes informed that the City of St. Paul maintains they do not have to honor the 1956 ordinance relating to the payment of $88,000 to St. Paul by Falcon Heights for separation of sanitary and storm sewers. The license fee discussion was deferred until a future meeting when Councilmember Larson will be in attendance. Council discussed the matter of renovation of the Municipal Liquor Store. Both Councilmembers Steele and Eggert were of the opinion that the reno- vation of the interior and exterior should be addressed at the same time rather than repairing the exterior only at the present time. Council- member Eggert explained that he felt there are possible interior changes which might affect the exterior such as treatment of the bay windows, removal of the old unused air conditioner and insulation. Councilmember Steele inquired as to whether it might be possible for the Engineer to t~ CITY HALL (cont.} BILL BROWN 1808 ASBURs LAKE OVERFLOW UPDATE LICENSE FEE DEFERRED LIQUOR STOR RENOVATION DISCUSSION MINUTES REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING AUGUST 12, 1981 PAGE 5 prepare a renovation study which would not be too costly. Engineer Lemberg replied that it would be possible to do a small study for approximately $1,000. Councilmember Steele moved, seconded by Mayor Warkentien, that the City Engineer arrange for a small study on the renovation of the interior and exterior of the Liquor Store and make the information available at the September 9, 1981 Council Meeting. Motion carried unanimously. J LIQUOR STOR (cont.) Mayor Warkentien informed Council that the Ramsey County Board has YOUTH indicated the County will not budget for participation in the North SERVICE Suburban Youth Service Bureau in 1982. Mayor Warkentien moved, seconded BUREAU by Councilmember Steele, that Resolution 8I-9 be adopted requesting that Ramsey County budget for participation in the Youth Service Bureau. Motion carried unanimously. RESOLUTION 81-9 A RESOLUTION REQUESTING THE RAMSEY COUNTY BOARD TO INCLUDE IN THE COUNTY 1982 BUDGET SUFFICIENT FUNDS FOR PARTICIPATION ZN THE NORTHWEST SUBURBAN YOUTH SERVICE BUREAU Clerk Administrator Barnes requested that Council consider the passage of Resolution 81-10 providing for the rate of reimbursement for removal of diseased trees following the guidelines used in the past. Council- member Eggert suggested that a new method be considered such as the City contracting with one tree removal firm for. the entire year. Follow- ing the discussion the Clerk Administrator was directed to obtain from other communities additional information on the matter. Clerk Administrator Barnes informed that without the adoption of Resolution 81-10 the City would not be reimbursed for 1981 under the State Shade Tree Program. Mayor Warkentien moved, seconded by Council- memb er Brown, that Resolution 81-ZO be adopted. Motion carried unani- mously. RESOLUTION 81-10 A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING THE RATE OF ASSISTANCE FOR SHADE TREE SANITATION OF PRIVATE PROPERTY UNDER MINNESOTA STATUTE 18.023 Clerk Administrator Barnes informed that he had contacted Northern States Power regarding the installation of 5 street lights on Larpenteur (be- tween Fairview and Fulham) and that the cost of installation would be $120.00. Councilmember Eggert objected to the immediate installation of the lights as he felt there should be some uniform criteria establi- shed in the event other areas request additional lighting. The Clerk Administrator was directed to obtain information to establish-a policy for placement of lights when requests are received. Mayor Warkentien moved, seconded by Councilmember Brown, that the 5 lights on Larpenteur between Fairview and Fulham be installed at a cost of $120.00. Upon a vote being taken the following voted "aye": Mayor Warkentien, Councilmembers Steele and Brown,, and the following voted against the motion: Councilmember Eggert. Motion carried. MINUTES REGULAR CITY .COUNCIL MEETING AUGUST 12, 1981 PAGE ~ Comments were made on the successful Ice Cream Social held July 30, ICE CREAM 1981. Councilmember Steele moved, seconded by Mayor Warkentien, that SOCIAL a letter be sent to the Recreation Advisory Committee commending them for a job well done. Clerk Administrator Barnes explained that Roseville Councilmember Al THANK YOU Kehr had been very helpful the night of the Ice Cream Social in help- TO ROSEVILL ing obtain a soccer field for a team which was scheduled to use the COUNCILMAN Falcon Heights Community Park on that evening. Mayor Warkentien moved, KEHR seconded by Councilmember Brown, that the Clerk Administrator be author- ized to draft a letter of thanks to Councilmember Kehr. Motion carried unanimously. Councilmember Steele inquired as to the number of bills received for TORNADO debris pick up resulting from the June 14th tornado. Council established CLEAN UP a deadline of September 15, 1981 after which time residents who have not UPDATE. submitted bills will be written a letter informing that bills must be submitted by September 30th in order to be eligible for reimbursement. Mayor Warkentien moved, seconded by Councilmember Brown, that the meet- ADJOURNMENT ing be adjourned at 10:05 p.m. Motion carried unanimously. 1 Attest: _, i ~~~~ ~/ Dewan B. Barnes, Clerk Administrator Regular City Council Meeting of August 12, 1981 Willis C. A. Warkentien, Mayor