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Home My WebLink AboutCCMin_87Feb25MINUTES REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING FEBRUARY 25, 1987 Baldwin opened the meeting at 7:00 P.M. ALL MEMBERS PRESENT Baldwin, Ciernia, Chenoweth, Wallin, and Hard. Also present were Barnes and Schroeder. CONSENT AGENDA APPROVED Chenoweth moved, seconded by Wallin, approval of the Consent Agenda. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTES OF FEBRUARY 11, 1987 APPROVED Ciernia moved, seconded by Wallin, approval of the Minutes of February 11, 1987. Motion carried unanimously. DISCUSSION OF PROPOSED CONTRACT COMPLIANCE ORDINANCE Schroeder reviewed and explained his updated draft of the proposed ordinance which is based on the document drafted by the City Human Rights Commission. The item was interrupted to allow for the public hearing scheduled for 7:15 P.M. 7:15 P.M. - PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED VEHICLE REPAIR CODE AMENDMENT OPENED AND CONTINUED TO 8:00 P.M. Baldwin opened the public hearing at 7:15 P.M. and presented the Affidavit of Publication, after which Hard moved, seconded by Wallin, continuing the hearing to 8:00 P.M. to allow time to continue discussion of the contract compliance discussion. Motion carried unanimously. CONTRACT COMPLIANCE DISCUSSION RESUMED Schroeder commented on incorporating a reporting system for companies contracting with the City, means of enforcement, provision for due process, and whether or not the document should be limited to contract compliance or be extended to housing, etc. The item was interrupted to allow for the public hearing scheduled for 7:30 P.M. 7:30 P.M. - PUBLIC HEARING ON SUBDIVISION REQUEST FROM GEORGE W. NIELSEN, 1795 FRY ST. Baldwin opened the public hearing at 7:30 P.M., and presented the Aff idav it of Publication. Wallin expressed concern that the latest survey does not show the existing utility easement and felt it possible that some future purchaser of the lot might not be aware of the underground utilities. Mr. Nielsen explained the utilities will be moved to their own lot when Lot A is sold, however, he was willing to have the survey amended to show the existing utility easement. Other concerns discussed by Council were maintenance of the private utilities and driveway, possible traffic hazards with three households using one access to Fry Street, the advisability of increasing the driveway width to 20 feet, and whether or not the driveway should be designated an alley. Baldwin was concerned that by allowing these homes on a driveway with one exit to the street it would set a precedent especially in relation to possible construction on the newly subdivided lots at the end of Lindig. ~~ MINUTES REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING FEBRUARY 25, 1987 PAGE 2 There being no others wishing to be heard, Baldwin closed the hearing at 8:04 P.M., after which Wallin moved, seconded by Chenoweth, adoption of Resolution R-87-12 with the following contingencies: (1) identification of existing utilities on survey, and (2) a document establishing a covenant relating to the maintenance of the private driveway and utilities, such document to run with the land. Upon a vote being taken the following voted in favor thereof: Baldwin, Ciernia, Chenoweth, and Wallin, and the following voted against the same: Hard. Motion carried. RESOLUTION R-87-12 A RESOLUTION RELATING TO THE APPROVAL OF A REQUEST FROM GEORGE W. NIELSEN, 1795 FRY STREET, FOR SUBDIVISION OF HIS PROPERTY CONTINUATION OF HEARING ON CODE AMENDMENT RELATING TO PRIVATE VEHICLE REPAIR At 8:05 P.M. Baldwin resumed the hearing on private vehicle repair, and there being no one wishing to be heard, closed the hearing at 8:07 P.M. Hard moved, seconded by Wallin adoption of Ordinance No. 0-87-1 with corrections as recommended by the Planning Commission, and authorization to publish the same. Motion carried unanimously. ORDINANCE 0-87-1 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTIONS 9-1.02 SUBDIVISION 2(14), 9-1.02, SUBDIVISION 2(70), 9-1.02, SUBDISION 2(71), 9-10.01, SUBDIVISION 2(f) AND ADDING SECTIONS 9-4.01, SUBDIVISION 3(i) AND 9-13.07 AND ITS SUBDIVISIONS TO THE MUNICIPAL CODE FOR THE CITY OF FALCON HEIGHTS RE- LATING TO PRIVATE AUTOMOBILE REPAIRS CONTRACT COMPLIANCE DISCUSSION RESUMED - DEFERRED TO 3/25/87 Council discussed whether or not it is necessary to have an ordinance extending beyond State Statute, the City's exposure to law suits, problems with enforcement (need for persons with expertise in the field), and possibility of limiting application of the ordinance to firms based on a dollar amount of the project or service, or number of employees. Wallin suggested that if the City does proceed with the adoption of such an ordinance, it be limited to classes presently protected under State Statute to limit the City's liability, and Council concurred. Schroeder was directed to; (1) obtain information on experience encountered by St. Paul and Minneapolis (both communities presently have compliance ordinances), (2) obtain any information the League of Cities may have on the subject, and (3) make recommendations regarding limiting language and enforcement. The matter will be discussed further at the March 25th meeting. SNELLING AVENUE TO BE UNDER CONSTRUCTION 6:00 A.M. TO 10:00 P.M. Council discussed the fact that the contractor reconstructing Snelling Avenue has indicated the crews will be working long hours and this may violate the nuisance portion of the City Code. Council agreed that with i~ MINUTES REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING FEBRUARY 25, 1987 PAGE 3 the need to complete the street before State Fair, long work days will be required, and directed that MN/DOT and the contractor be informed Council understands the need for, and approves, construction from 6:00 A.M. to 10:00 P.M. The residents on Snelling Avenue in the construction area also will be informed. UPDATE ON POSSIBLE DEVELOPMENT OF SE CORNER LARPENTEUR/SHELLING Baldwin commented on the letter from Winfield Developments, Inc. indicating an interest in redeveloping only the retail portion of the area, and informed a proposal is also being submitted by Stuart Corporation. BALDWIN TO DRAFT RESOLUTION COMMENDING RETIRED FIRE CHIEF RENCHIN -TO BE REVIEWED 3/11/87 Chenoweth asked that Council consider drafting a resolution commending Renchin for his service to the community, and Council concurred. Baldwin will draft the document for review at the March 11th meeting. COUNCIL APPROVES PARTICIPATION IN CURB SIDE RECYCLING After a brief discussion, Hard moved, seconded by Wallin, authorizing Barnes and Baldwin to enter into an agreement with Supercycle, Inc. to provide curb side pick-up at a cost of approximately $417.00 per month. Motion carried unanimously. Barnes was directed to submit grant applications to Ramsey County and Metropolitan Council for assistance in funding the project and authorized staff to prepare and distribute posters, flyers, etc. RESIGNATION OF NANCY ANDERSON, 1812 MOORE, FROM HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION Hard moved, seconded by Wallin, acceptance of the resignation of Nancy Anderson from the Human Rights Commission. Motion carried unanimously. APPOINTMENT OF TSIPPI WRAY, 1828 ARONA, TO HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION Hard moved, seconded by Wallin, appointment of Tsippi Wray, 1828 Arona, to the Human Rights Commission to complete the term vacated by the resignation of Nancy Anderson (12/31/89). Motion carried unanimously. ADJOURNMENT Ciernia moved, seconded by Chenoweth, adjournment at 9:22 P.M. Motion carried unanimously. ~~ i~- ~0 G Tom Baldwin, Mayor ATTEST: Dewan B. Barnes, Consulting Clerk Administrator ~5 Regular City Council Meeting of February 25, 1987 C 1 I~ CONSENT AGENDA REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING FEBRUARY 25, 1987 1. Falcon Heights Fire Report ~~1-00287 2. Falcon Heights Ambulance Reports #2-00987 - ~k2-01587 3. Lauderdale Ambulance Reports #4-00287 - ~~4-00487 4. Disbursements 2/12/87 - 2/25/87 $ 89,034.18 Sinking Funds $240,525.25 5. Payroll 2/1/87 - 2/15/87 $ 6,809.48 6. Statement from Maier Stewart 12/18/86 - 1/24/87 7. Statement from Briggs & Morgan Through January 31, 1987 8. Statement from Prosecuting Attorney Filla for September, October, November, and December, 1986 9. Licenses: General Corporate ~k1678 Org-II Ltd. 1526 W. Larpenteur Falcon Heights, MN 55113 General Contractor ~~1677 Mike Muellner Blacktop Co. 60 Suzanne Vadnais Heights, MN 55110 10. Bi-Monthly Financial Report