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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCCMin_83Oct12r gg~~+' i. U..+~ MINVI~S REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING OCTOBER. 12, 1983 A regular meeting of the Falcon Heights City Council was called to order at 7:30 P.M. by Magor Warkentien. Mayer Warkentien, Councilmembers Ciernia, Chestovich, Eggert and Larson. PRESENT Also present were Clerk Administrator Barnes, Engineer Schunicht and Attorney Van de North. None. ABSENT Councilmember Eggert moved, seconded bq Councilmember Ciernia, that the CONSENT Consent Agenda be approved as presented. Mohan carried unanimouslq. AGENDA APPROVED 1. Falcon Heights Fire Reports #1-03383 and #1-03?~83 2. Falcon Heights Ambulance Reports #2-08583 - #08983 3. Lauderdale Fire Report #3-011183 4. Lauderdale Ambulance Reports #!<-03883 and #4-03983 5. General Payroll 9/16/83 - 9/30/83 $ 6,827.91 6. Liquor Payroll 9/16/83 - 9/30/83 $ 2,154.66 7. General Disbursements 9/29/83 - 10/12/83 $106,012.85 Sinking Fund $ 5.40 8. Liquor Disbursements 9/27/83 - 10/10/83 $ 16,1311.76 9. Park and Recreation Commission Minutes of October 3, 1983 10. .Building Inspector's Report for August and September, 1983 11. Ramsey County Sheriff's Report for September, 1983 12. Licenses: General Contractors Advent Custom Homes, Inc. #1065 Blaine Construction, Inc. #1.063 350 Little Canada Rd. 10470 Mississippi Blvd. st. Paul, MN 55117 coon Rapids, MN 55433 Master Gas Installers Fred Vogt & Company #443 Horwitz, Inc. 2 3260 Gorham Ave. S. 5000 No. County Rd. 18 Minneapolis, MN 55426 Minneapolis, MN 55428 13. Planning Commission Minutes of October 10, 1983 CounciLnember Chestovich moved, seconded by Councilmeaaber Eggert, that MINUTES OF the Minutes of September 28, 1983 be approved with corrections as 9/28/83 follows: (1) Page 3, second paragraph, line 9, should read "Mrs. APPROVED Donald Weber, 1800 N. Albert", (2) Page 4, second paragraph, lines 7 and 8 should read "School Board", (3) Page 5, paragraph 6, line 8, should read "Commission" instead of "Citq", and (4) Page 6, third paragraph, line 4, insert the word "favor" a~'ter the words "voted in". Motion carried unanimouslq. Mayer Warkentien presented a variance request from M. L. Huebsch, 14911 WM. HUEBSCH, W. Iowa, to place a garage three feet from the side lot line and read 1949 W. IOWA a letter from Mr. Huebsch indicating that he was unable to attend the GARAGE Council meeting due to a work commitment. Councilmember Ciernia moved, VARIANCE seconded bq Councilme~nber Eggert, that the variance be granted as GRANTED recommended by the Planning Commission at the October 10, 1983 meeting. 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. MINUTES R~7GULAR CITY COUI~IL MEFTI1dCr OCTOBER 12, 1963 ~ PAGE 3 LICENSE TO Mayor Warkentien presented an application for corporate license from SELL XMAS Elaine Christiansen, 1T2~t Holton, to sell Christmas trees on their TREES AT lawn, and explained that the neighbors in the area had signed a state- 172l~ HOLTON meat that they do not ob3ect to the sale of trees at 172~t Holton. (ELAINE Mayor Warkentien moved, seconded by Council.member Chestovich that CHRISTIANSEN the license be approved. Motion carried unanimously. RESIDENCE) APPROVED Councilmember Chestovich moved, seconded by Councilmeanber Eggert, that JUDGES FOR the Election Judges for the November 8, 1983 City Election be approved 11/8/83 CITY as presented. Motion carried unanimously. ELECTION APPROVED Mayor Warke~ntien presented a request from Ben Kuefler, a member of REQUEST THAT Como Park Lutheran Church, requesting that Albert Street be posted ALBERT ST. "No Parking F.4ccept Sundays" instead of "No Parking Anytime" due to BE POSTED fact that the church needs additional parking. Following a discussion "NO PARKING regarding the narrow width of the street and the fact that it is a EXCEPT I~nnesota State Aid Street and "No Parking Anytime" is requested by SUNDAY" the State, Councilmember Cheatovich moved, seconded by Councilmember DENIED Eggert, that the request be de~ni.ed. Motion carried unanimously. Engineer Schunicht advised Council that seven lots on the west side DISCUSSION of Snelling from the Hermes property to Garden Avenue do not have EXTENSION City water and since the Department of Transportation will be up- OF WATER grading Snelling Avenue in 1985 or 1986, the water could be installed LINE ON in conjunction with the Snelling improvements. He estimated that the SHELLING project would cost approximately $36,000 and could be assessed at $25.00 to $35.00 per foot. Councilmember Ciernia asked what obligation The City has to provide afresh water supply to its residents and Attorney Van de North replied that the City has no obligation if the wells fail from natural causes and old age. After further discussion, Mayor Warkentien moved, seconded by Councilmeanber Eggert, that a letter be drafted by the Engineer and mailed to the residents affected, requesting written input from those residents. Motion carried unani- mously. PARTIAL PAY- Mayor Warkentien moved, seconded by Councilme¢nber Eggert, approval of MENT TO partial payment for base, curb and gutter to Austin Keller Construction AUSTIN Company in the amount of $59,360.51. Motion carried unanimously. KELLER APPROVED Attorney Van de North reviewed his researching of OSHA regulations regarding safety measures in the Fire Department Bose Tower and HOSE TOWER has concluded that OSHA regulations do not require a cage and the SAFETY City insurance carrier cannot require it in order to assure that the MEASURES insurance coverage could be in effect. UPDATE Councilmeinber Larson informed Council that Fire Chief Renchin is FIRE CHIEF' concerned regarding the parking at Falcon Heights Schaol. He has CONCERNS observed cars blocking the west door which leads to the boiler room REGARDING and parked in front of the school in the Fire Lane which is painted FIRE LANES yellow. Council recommended that Chief Renchin contact Jim Klassen AT FALCON Director of Community Services, regarding placeanent of "Fire Lame" HEIGHTS signs. SCHOOL MINUTES REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING OCTOBER 12, 1983 PAGE ~ FALCON HGTS. The news release from School District 623 requesting the appointment RESIDENT TO of a Falcon Heights area resident to the Community School Services BE APPOINTED Advisory Council was noted. The information will be published in the TO COMMUNITY Council Newsletter and posted. SCHOOL ADV. COUNCIL II '' L__J Councilmember Chestovich, on behalf of the Park and Recreation Commission, asked Attorney Van de North whether or not the Commission can determine the use of green space. Mr. Dan de North informed that the Park and Recreation Commission could make their feelings known to the Planning Commission, which in turn reports to Council. Councilmeanber Chestovich then inquired as to how the cash paid in lieu of park land or the interest from that cash may be used. Attorney Van de North wi11 research the matter and report back at the neat meeting. Council approved mailing of a letter drafted by Councilmember Ciernia to Mike Heffron, General Manager of the State Fair, regarding a park- ing ticket received b9 a fair goer. Councilmeanber Chestovich moved, seconded by Mayor Warkentien, adoption of Resolution 83-35. Motion carried unanimously. RESOLUTION 83-3b A RESOLUTION AUTHORSZING FINAL PAYMENT OF $26,173.05 TO MIDWEST PAVING AND RECYCLING FOR THE 1983 SEAL- COATING PROJECT (NORTHOME AREA) RESOLUTION 83-36 Mayor hTarkentien presented a request for final payment to Westland Construction in the amount of $10,211.58. Engineer i+emberg reviewed his letter of October 12, 1983 as we11 as several calls he has made to Westland Construction regarding iteans needing completion on the Community Building. Councilmenber Larson questioned whether making final pent would make then respond to the completion when continual telephone calls had not triggered completion. Mayor Warkentien suggest- ed that a partial payment be made and money held back for the uncompleted work. Engineer Lemberg explained that Westland Construction has not paid the subcontractors and he felt withholding would be ur~ir to those contractors, however, the City needs to force their hand and make Westland pay their debts and declare them in default if the warranty items are not completed within a certain period of time. Attorney Van de North advised Council not to make final payment unless the City receives lien waivers fran the subcontractors. ATTORNEY TO RESEARCH USE OF CASH IN LIEU OF PARK LAND LETTER TO MIKE HEFFRON APPROVED ~tESTLUND CONSZRUCTION REQUEST FOR FINAL PAYMENT DISCUSSED Upon recommendation by Engineer Lemberg, Mayor Warkentien moved, seconded by Covncilmember Chestovich, that a letter be sent to Westland Construct- ion and the bonding company giving a period of ten days from the date the letter is written to complete the items indicated on the October 12, 1983 letter from Bonestroo, Rosene, Anderlik and Associates, Inc., and upon completion of those items and receipt by the City Clerk Administrator of valid waivers from the ma3or subcontractors, that final payment would be made, and, furthermore, the one year warranty will start at the date of that payment. Councilmenber Eggert offered an amendment to the motion indicating that Council approval is needed before final payment. The amendment was accepted by Mayor Warkentien and Councilmeaaber Chestovich and upon a vote being taken, the motion carried unanimously. MINUTES REGULAR CITY COUI~II, MEETING', r ~ OCTOBER 12, 1983 PAGE 5 Covncilmember Larson moved, seconded by Councilmember Eggert, that the meeting be adjourned at 9:33 P.M. Motion carried unanimously. ADJOURNMENT ~ ~._. Willis C. A. Warkentien, Mayor ATTEST: e~wan B. Barnes, Clerk Administrator 1 Regular City Council Meeting of October 12, 1983