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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCCMin_86Dec10MINUTES REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING DECEMBER 10, 1986 A regular meeting was called to order at 7:00 P.M. by Baldwin. PRESENT Baldwin, Wallin, Ciernia, and Chenoweth. Also present was Barnes. ABSENT Hard. CONSENT AGENDA APPROVED Chenoweth moved, seconded by Wallin, approval of the Consent Agenda with the removal of the Bonestroo statement. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTES OF NOVEMBER 19, 1986 APPROVED Ciernia, moved seconded by Chenoweth, approval of the Minutes of November 19, 1986. Motion carried unanimously. WARMING HOUSE AT GROVE PARK TO BE DISMANTLED AND DESTROYED Ciernia requested a formal action on the proposed removal of the Grove Warming house as recommended by the Building Inspector, Fire Marshal, and Park and Recreation Commission. He explained the intent is to have a pleasure rink at the Grove Park this winter and a pole with a timed light will be installed. Replacement of the warming house will be considered in the next two years based on use of the rink. Ciernia moved, seconded by Wallin authorizing Barnes to arrange for razing and disposal of the old warming house after notifying the residents of 1666 Coffman. MARY ANN WARK, 1588 NORTHROP, representing the Grove, thanked Council and stressed the importance of the rink and warming house to Grove residents. RESOLUTION ADOPTED RELATING TO 1986 REPORT OF THE STATE SHADE TREE ADVISORY COMMITTEE Ciernia commented on the report and sample resolution provided by local resident Mark Ascerno, after which Ciernia moved, seconded by Wallin, adoption of Resolution R-86-48. Motion carried unanimously. RESOLUTION R-86-48 A RESOLUTION REQUESTING SENATOR NEIL DIETERICH AND REPRESENTATIVE JOHN ROSE TO CONSIDER THE RECOMMENDATION CONTAINED IN THE 1986 REPORT OF THE STATE SHADE TREE ADVISORY COMMITTEE "NO U-TURN SIGN" AT FRY AND LARPENTEUR TO BE REMOVED Baldwin presented a letter from Ernest D. Olsen, 1687 N. Fry, and a petition signed by residents of the Fry Apartments requesting Council consider removing the "No U-Turn" sign recently installed on Larpenteur Avenue at Fry St. Lisa Olson, representing the Fry Apartment residents, explained the sign has caused a hardship for apartment dwellers entering the parking lot, and requested a remedy to the situation. Council 95 MINUTES REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING ~~aa DECEMBER 10, 1986 ~ V PAGE 2 concurred that since there has not been a high incidence of accidents at the site, and only one complaint had been registered regarding a traffic hazard, that the sign may not be necessary. Barnes was directed to request Ramsey County to remove the sign. EDMUND WAGNER, 1340 W. CALIFORNIA, LETTER OBJECTING TO REMOVING SNOW DEPOSITED ON THE HAMLINE AVE. SIDEWALK BY COUNTY SNOWPLOWS Mr. Wagner explained he has no problem removing snow from his sidewalks following a normal snowfall, however, felt it impossible to remove snow deposited on the Hamline sidewalk by County plows. Following a discussion, Council concurred Mr. Wagner should make a reasonable effort to remove the snow, and if he feels accumulated snow from plowing constitutes a danger to pedestrian or vehicular traffic he should contact City Hall. Ciernia suggested it might be appropriate to amend the code to require reasonable snow removal efforts for walks abuting collector streets. CONDITIONAL USE FOR SIGN REPLACEMENT AT SAVEMORE STATION, 1350 W. LARPENTEUR, NOT REQUIRED Baldwin presented a conditional use request from Savemore, new owner of the filling station at 1350 W. Larpenteur, to replace the existing HCO sign with a temporary Savemore sign. Staff had determined the conditional use necessary due to the fact that the business in an "EB" Zone, however, Council felt a conditional use would not be necessary as the existing pole will be used and only the copy changed. Wallin moved, seconded by Chenoweth, granting the request for the temporary sign at the Savemore Station. Motion carried unanimously. WORKSHOP WITH SOLID WASTE ADVISORY COMMITTEE SCHEDULED FOR JANUARY 14, 1986, 8:30 P.M. Council briefly discussed the Solid Waste Advisory Committee's report, after which a workshop with the committee was scheduled for January 14, 1987 at 8:30 P.M. PROPOSED RESOLUTION RELATING TO REVISION, OPERATION, & MAINTENANCE OF PRE-EMPTION SYSTEM AT SNELLING & LARPENTEUR ADOPTED Ciernia moved, seconded by Wallin, adoption of Resolution R-86-49 and authorizing Baldwin and Barnes to sign the agreement. Motion carried unanimously. RESOLUTION R-86-49 A RESOLUTION RELATING TO REVISION, OPERATION, AND MAINTENANCE OF PRE-EMPTION SYSTEM AT SNELLING & LARPENTEUR PROPOSED RESOLUTION RELATING TO COST, MAINTENANCE, AND OPERATION OF TRAFFIC SIGNALS ON SNELLING AVENUE AND AT LARPENTEUR AND ARONA Ciernia moved, seconded by Wallin, adoption of Resolsution R-86-50, and authorizing Baldwin and Barnes to sign the agreement. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTES REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING Q ry DECEMBER 10, 1986 v f PAGE 3 RESOLUTION R-86-50 A RESOLUTION RELATING TO COST, MAINTENANCE, AND OPERATION OF TRAFFIC SIGNALS ON SNELLING AVENUE AND AT LARPENTEUR AND ARONA MSA FUND ACCOUNTING REVIEW Chenoweth presented and reviewed a report dated December 4, 1986 relating to the city's MSA Fund balance, and projected allotment for 1987. PROSECUTING ATTORNEY TO DRAFT CODE AMENDMENT RELATING TO REPAIR OF VEHICLES IN RESIDENTIAL DISTRICTS Council discussed the changes proposed at the November 19th meeting, and recommendations made by the Planning Commission at their December 1st meeting. Council concurred vehicle repair should be allowed with the following stipulations: (1) vehicle must be registered to the address of the property owner (2) must not create a public nuisance, and (3) must not be done for hire. Council also agreed this portion of the code should be located in another section such as the criminal code section, in addition to ~k70 of "Definitions", after which Chenoweth moved, seconded by Wallin, the Prosecuting Attorney be authorized to draft the amendment and designate a proper location, as he is the one who must prosecute these matters. Motion carried unanimously. FIRE CHIEF JERRY RENCHIN TO RETIRE DECEMBER 31, 1986. Chenoweth presented the Chief's letter indicating his retirement effective January 31, 1987 and explained some of the reasons for retirement as follows: He could not continue as Chief and sign off on plans which are not complete as he feels he is jeopardizing his position and personal property, felt Council should have seen to proper handling of these problems with developers, and he is frustrated with some of the Fire Department personnel (not showing up for calls, etc.). Baldwin stressed Council is sorry to lose Chief Renchin as he is a good Chief and has worked hard for the good of the community. Baldwin did take exception to criticism of Council's handling of developers as he felt Council had established policy, such as the 10 day review requirement, and closing down the job when not in compliance with code and permit requirements. ASSISTANT CHIEF SCHAUFFERT, informed Council Chief Renchin's retirement will take effect December 31, 1986 rather than January 31, 1987, and a letter will be forthcoming. Chenoweth moved, seconded by Wallin, accepting Chief Renchin's resignation effective December 31, 1986. Motion carried unanimously. Schauffert asked if Council wished for the Department to hold a special election for the Chief's position, or if they should wait for the annual election. Council concurred that is up to the Department, however, after the election the names of two top contenders should be given to Council for consideration. MARSHAL'S REQUEST FOR PARTICIPATION IN FIRE/POLICE RETIREMENT PLAN Chenoweth presented and reviewed the additional cost to the city if Fire Marshal Iverson is allowed to participate in the Fire/Police Retirement PERA rather than Coordinated PERA provided the other employees, and the MINUTERS REGULAR CITYCOUNCIL DECEMBER 10, 1986 PAGE 4 MEETING advantages to the Fire Marshal. Chenoweth explained Iverson has expressed a willingness to negotiate a salary modification if he is allowed to participate in the plan. Following a discussion, it was agreed Baldwin and Chenoweth should negotiate with Iverson regarding the salary modification (approximately 2y) with the goal being to not disturb Iverson's net pay and still be equitable with the other employees. ACCEPTANCE OF MARKET ANALYSIS PPREPARED BY JAMES M. MCCOMBS & ASSOCIATES Following a brief discussion, Chenoweth moved, seconded by Wallin, acceptance of the Market Analysis prepared by James M. McComb and Associates, and authorization of payment of $856.75 for their rebuttal of Planner John Uban's report. Motion carried unanimously. WORKSHOP WITH MN/DOT ON SNELLING AVENUE RECONSTRUCTION SCHEDULED FOR JANUARY 21, 1987, 7:00 P.M. Council agreed to hold a workshop on January 21, 1987, 7:00 P.M., with representatives of the Minnesota Department of Transportation regarding Snelling Avenue reconstruction. BONESTR00 & ASSOCIATES CHARGES DEDUCTED FOR ENGINEERING ON ALLEY RUNNING FROM ALBERT TO HAMLINE Council discussed the latest engineering charges for inspection of the alley south of Larpenteur running from Albert to Hamline in the amount of $156.00 and concurred it should not be paid as the alley is not satisfactory. Baldwin moved, seconded by Wallin, deduction of the $156.00. Motion carried unanimously. Barnes was directed to draft a letter explaining Council's policy on the alley, ie., upon receipt of plans for correcting the alley 50% will be paid, and upon satisfactory completion of the reconstruction the remaining 50% will be paid. ADJOURNMENT Chenoweth moved, seconded by Wallin, adjournment at 8:54 P.M. Motion carried unanimously. Tom Baldwin, Mayor [1 ATTE~: J i_? .~' Dewan B. Barnes, Clerk Administrator Resular City Council Meeting of December 10, 1986 9 i CONSENT AGENDA REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING DECEMBER 10, 1986 1. Falcon Heights Fire Reports 1-03886 - 1-04086 2. Falcon Heights Ambulance Reports 2-09786 - 2-10086 3. Lauderdale Fire Reports 3-02486 - 3-02786 4. Lauderdale Ambulance Report 3-02486 5. Disbursements 11/19/86 - 12/10/86 Sinking Fund $115,426.83 995.00 6. Payroll 11/16/86 - 11/30/86 $ 9,266.14 7. Planning Commission Minutes of December 1, 1986 8. Park & Recreation Minutes of November 10. 1986 9. Bi-monthly Financial Report 10. Statement from Briggs & Morgan for Legal Services Through October, 1986 11. Statement from Bonestroo & Associates for Engineering Through September, 1986 12. Statement from Dahlgren, Shardlow & Uban for Planning Through October, 1986 13. Ramsey County Sheriff's Report for November, 1986 14. Licenses: General Contractor ~k1669 Miesen Roofing, Inc. 751 Payne Ave. St. Paul, MN 55101 Christmas Tree Sales ~k1667 Falcon Heights/Lauderdale Lions 1892 Eustis St. Lauderdale, MN 55113 General Corporate ~~1668 Dr. Eric Weisman 1541 W. Larpenteur Falcon Heights, MN 55113 Mechanical Contractor 4517 Check Refrigeration, Inc 8830 7th Ave. N. Minneapolis, MN 55427 General Corporate ~~1667 Stratford Investment 1666 Coffman Falcon Heights, MN 55113