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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCCMin_64Feb122060 REGULAR MEETING OF FEBRUARY 12, 196lt The regular meeting of the Village Council of the Village of Falcon Heights was called to order at 7s00 P.M. with the following members presents Mayor Harold Nilsen, Clerk W, A. Mortensen, Trustees Willis Warkentien, Charles Stone, and William Black. Also present were Treasurer William E. Olsen, Engineer Bradford Lemberg, Attorney Michael Galvin, and Deputy Clerk Tina Vavoulis. Mrs. Sara Lynn Avery and Mrs. Maureen Thomas of Unit No. 3 of the League of Women Voters were present. Minutes of the meeting of January 22 were reviewed. Warkentien moved that the minutes be approved, Nilsen seconded, and duly carried. Correspondences Ramsey County League This organization advised of a meeting scheduled for of Municipalities February 19, also meetings scheduled for February 13, Meeting: Mortensen will represent the Village at the meeting on the 19th. No, States Power Co. Letter of January 29 advised that a decrease of 0.6 Reduction in rates per Mcf will be made in general service gas rates to become effective January 27, 196l~. Letter of February 11 advised that lower rates for electricity will become effective March 2, 196l~. League of Minnesota Nominations for the C, C, Ludwig Award for the year Municipalitiesa 1963 were requested. Minn. Society for Letter advised that the National Society is holding a Crippled Children: drive for funds in March. The National is not connected with the Minnesota society and the general public should be made aware of this fact. Dutch Elm Disease Letter from Roger Conklin dated February 1D advised that Training Courses Ramsey County Agricultural Agency ~ holding training course was read. Bert V, Marschke Mr. Marschke was present to obtain preliminary information 169 No. Cleveland Ave. as to dividing his lot at stated address into two parts, and also to inquire as to obtaining city water and sewer, Dividing his lots It was the Village Engineer's opinion that financially, this undertaking would not be wise financially, inasmuch as it would be a large investment, and inasmuch as the University may consider expanding the golf course, which is directly adjacent. David A, McDonald Mr. McDonald's lot is now 75 feet wide and is situated 1879 West Larpenteur in a R-3 zone. He desired information from the Council as to any suggestions they might have. It appears he Zonings may some day be hemmed in on all sides by apartment buildings, and his lot does not have the required 90 feet width for a multiple dwelling. Council advised that Lindig's lot adjoining his is only 75 feet wide also, and that perhaps something could be agreed upon by consulting Mr. Lindig, 2061 ` Tree Trimmings Warkentien moved that the Council authorize the Lakeland Tree Service, Inc. to do the following work in the Village of Falcon Heights at a cost not to exceed X901.00. Trees to be trimmeds 23 on Irnra Avenue 23 on Idaho Avenue 26 on California Ave. Trees to be removeds 1 on California !t on Toga Avenue Trees to be cableds 1 on Iowa, Avenue 1 on Idaho Avenue 2 on California Trees to be repairdds 1 on California Motion was seconded by Stone, and upon a vote being taken, motion was carried. Maintenance Department Engineer Lemberg will make inquiries and advise Council at Request for Purchase the next meeting as to the type of lawn mower to purchase, of Lawn Mowers Sewer Troubles After discussion, it was moved by Stone, seconded by 13l~8 California Warkentien that Rosetown Sanitation's bill for repairing the sewer at the address above be authorized for payment. Motion carried, Lametti Construction originally in- stalled this sewer and they will be contacted in an effort to recover the monies paid out for this repair. Julia Lindig Property - Attorney Galvin advised that two parcels of land 1870 West Roselawn belonging to Julia Lindig have been sold. Stone moved, Re-assessment for Black seconded that the following resolution be adopteds destroying weeds WSF.REAS, the following described real estate located in the Village of Falcon Heights is subject to certain assessments for destroying weeds and naxious growths, which improvements were made by the Village of Falcon Heights, and the benefited property was assessed pursuant to statutes The South 600 feet of the East 1/3 of the North 1/2 of the West 1/2 of the East 60 acres of the Southwest 1/!~ and East 25 feet of the North 75 feet of the South 675 feet of said East 1/3 and except the North 1/5 of said East 1/3 and except the South 675 feet of said East 1/3, all in Section 16, Township 29, Range 23 in the amount of ~1~2.00 and WHEREAS, there has been a conveyance of this property and said property must be re-assessed NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Village Council of the Village of Falcon Heights that said assessment is re-assessed as follows: 2062 1. Except the North 225 feet of the South 825 feet West of the East 25 feet, theSouth 1,05D feet more or less of the East 1/3 of the Northwest 1/ of the East 60 acres of the Southwest 1/1~ of Section 16, Township 29, Range 23 in the amount of X36. 2. Except the East 25 feet, the North 150 feet of the South 825 feet of the East 1/3 of the Northwest 1/!~ of the East 60 acres of the Southwest 1/!~ of Section 16, Township 29, Range 23 in the amount of $7. Upon a vote being taken, the Council adopted the above resolution. Roberts Construction The property located at 1865 West Larpenteur and Co. -Sale of Property presently owned by Brooks Church (formerly owned by to ad3oining land E. Carroll), was increased by this sale from 62 feet owners to 75 feet, and the Roberts Apartment lot was reduced from 110 feet to 9? feet. It is the contention of the Village Council that consultation between Roberts and the Council should have been arranged when this sale was being contemplated by Roberts. Attorney Galvin will prepare letter to the owners of Roberts Apartments and incorporate in such letter the apparent violation of village ordinance regarding parking on the lawn, as well as reduction in the space provided for parking after sale of the above-mentioned 13 feet. Fairview Avenue - Engineer Lemberg advised. that the Ramsey County Engineer 'No Parking' signs: has agreed to installation of 'No Parking' signs on Fairview Avenue 3ust north of Larpenteur Avenue - across the street from Roberts Apartments - the east side of ~~airview Avenue. Sanitary Sewer #1 The First National Bank is holding $1.50,000 in bonds, Sinking Fund Bonds to which should be destroyed. Warkentien moved, Black be destroyed: seconded that bonds in the Sanitary Sewer #1 Sinking Fund which have been held in the Village trust account at the First National Bank, which bonds were cancelled on December 30, 1963, be physically destroyed. Motion carried. California Avenue Curb Nilsen moved the adoption of the follovring Resolution: and Gutters RESOLUTION RECEIVING REPORT ON THE IMPROVEMENT OF CALIFORNIA AVENUE BETWEEN THE WEST LINE OF HAMLINE AVENUE AND TIE EAST LINE OF ARONA AVENUE BY THE CONSTRUCTION ~F CURBS ANA GUTTERS AND THE CALLING OF HEARING ON SAID IMPROVEMENT WHEREAS, pursuant to Resolution of the Council on January 22, 196l~ a report has been prepared by Bonestroo, Rosene and Associates, Falcon Heights Village Consulting Engineers, with reference to the improvement of California Avenue between the West line of Hamline Avenue and the East line of Arona avenue by the construction of curbs and gutters, a1d this report was received. by the Council on the 12th day of February, 196l~. 2063 Proposed Subdivision Ordinance No. 69: Proposed Off-Street Parking-Resolutions NOW, THEREFORE, BE TT RESOLVED BY THE VILLAGE COUNCIL of Falcon Heights, Minnesota: 1. The Council will consider the improvement of such streets in accordance with the report and assessment of abutting and benefited property for all or a portion of the cost of the improvement pursuant to Minnesota Statute, Sections lt29.011 to l~29.111 (Laws of 1953 as amended) at an estimated total cost of the improvement of X20,680.00. 2. A public hearing will be held on such proposed improvement on the J~th day of March, 1961 in the Council Chambers of the Village Hall at 8:00 P.M,, aid the Clerk sha11 give mailed and published notice of such hearing and improvement as required by law. Motion was seconded by Black and upon a vote, the Resolution was adopted by the Council this 2th day of February 196l~. ~-; Mayor Clerk Motion made by Black, seconded by Stone that the Proposed Subdivision Ordinance be referred to the Planning Commission for recommendation, Carried. Motion by Black, seconded by Stone that the following Resolution be formrarded to the Planning Commission for their recommendation: WHEREAS, it appears to the Village Council of the Village of Falcon Heights that the present pro- visions of Ordinance 6!~ regulating off-street parking are inadequate, and WHEREAS, it appears that Section 1l~, provides for 1.3 parking places for each unit and should be amended to read 1.5 parking places per unit, NOYV, THEREFORE, BE TT RESOLVED by the Village Council of the Village of Falcon Heights that they recommend to the Planning Commission of the Village of Falcon Heights that the Commission review said provision of Ordinance 64 and make their recommendations to the Council as soon as practical. Motion carried. Ordinance No, 3: Black advised that he had reviewed Ordinance No. 3 with the Building Inspector, R, K, Magnuson, and certain revisions were advisable. These were referred to the Village Attorney. L 1 1 206. Ben Griebenow Attorney had been contacted by Mr, Griebenow 1775 No, Snelling regarding payments this property owner had made to Perron Well Company for repair work contemplated, Well trouble: and which work had not been completed. Attorney Galvon will contact the Better Business Bureau in an effort to determine what action can be taken because of this payment for materials that never havebeen received. Painting Village Ha11s Engineer Lemberg has contacted Ken Sackett of the 1 Lexington Lumber Company and paint and materials for work to be completed in the Village Ha11 and Police Office will be delivered in the next day or two. An estimate of X370.00 for panelling materials for the Police Department and. the hallwa (including closing up the door leading from Kitchen was made. This does not include the rubber base board. Snelling Avenue Water Lemberg advised that St. Paul has awarded bid to Webber Main Projects Tunneling Company from Green Isle, Minnesota for. the Snelling Avenue Water Main, Carl Pearson - Mr. Pearson appeared before the Council to explain his Certified Public letter of February 12 insofar as the additional X500 Accountants charge in connection with auditing of the Village records for the year 1963 was concerned. Mortenson moved that the Village retain the firm of Pearson and Sands, C.P.A.~s and follow the suggestions in Mr. Pearson~s letter and adopt his recommendations of adding in the publishing of the Annual Statement and the bookkeeping assistance, at a cost of not to exceed ~1,l~00 for the complete package, the work to commence as soon as possible. Motion seconded by Warkentien. Carried, Billss Nilsen moved, Black seconded that the following bills be paids Carried. Thorne Coal and 03.1 Co. - Heating 1115.75 St. Paul Stamp Works-dog tags, links 13.65 Shell Oil Co. -PD gas, Mtce. truck 216.55 H.R. Toll Co. -FD mtce. & repair equip. 6.66 N.S.P. Co. 338.01 James Voss -purchase first aid supplies 1.ltla. B & E Patrol -animal control 32.50 Midway Ford -repairs on 161 squad car 26.35 L.J. Weet Co. logs for warming house 12.00 American Linen Co. 6,55 St. Paul Overall Laundry -uniforms 7,20 State Treasurer -P.E.R.A. WH in January 255.36 Minn. Benefit Assn. for Slama 7.5p Village of Roseville -court costs 5,00 Bonestroo, Rosene and Assoc. -.Eng. 56.00 Motorola C and E, Inc. -radio mtce. for Feb. 7.70 Ramsey Co. Treasurer - Radio ecru. for 196!< 300.00 Board of Water Commissioners -~filM Constr s63$5987.08 Ramsey Co. League of Munic. -dues 1964 296,35 2065 Roland B. Ford -Tree trimming 450.00 Mutual Sere. Gas.Co. -audit additional 354.03 n n n n ~~ tt 96.53 Rosetown Sanitation -1348 Calif -sewer 156.75 American National Bank -Int. & Principle 1,323.30 Payroll - 1st half of February 2,345.71 Adjournments Upon motion, meeting was adjourned at 11s00 P,M. Council was reminded of the meeting with the Citizens Recreational Advisory Committee on Wednesday, February 19, 1964. ~.n Signeds ~ l ZUI .~~5~-~ Cle k 1 1