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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCCRes_85-33RESOLUTION R-85-33 Member Chenoweth introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION ORDERING TATUM STREET IMPROVEMENTS OF 1985 AND DIRECTING PREPARATION OF FINAL PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS WHEREAS, after due Notice of Public Hearing on the construction of storm sewer and street improvements for the City of Falcon Heights, Minnesota, hearing on said improvements was duly held and the Council heard all persons desiring to be heard on the matter and fully considered the same; NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Falcon Heights, Minnesota as follows: 1. It is advisable, expedient and necessary that said improvements as described in the Notice of Hearing thereon be constructed, and the same are hereby ordered made. 2. The improvements described in said Notice of Hearing are hereby designated and shall be known as Tatum Street Improvements of 1985. 3. The consulting engineers, Boonestroo, Rosene, • Anderlick & Associates, are hereby directed to prepare final plans and specifications for said improvements. 4. The City Council shall let the contract for all or part of the work for said improvements or order all or part of the work done by day labor or otherwise as authorized by Minnesota Statutes, Section 429.041, Subdivision 2 within one year of the date of this resolution ordering said improvements. The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Ciernia and upon a vote being taken thereon, the following voted in avor thereof: Mayor Eggert, Councilmembers Hard, Ciernia and Chenoweth and the following voted against the same: None. ~rThereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. Regular City Council Meeting of June 26, 1985 • C NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON IMPROVEMENTS TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: DATE AND TIME: NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that at 8:00 p.m. on June 12, 1985 at City Hall, 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue, Falcon Heights, Minnesota a public hearing will be held to consider improvements on Tatum Street. IMPROVEMENTS: Such improvements shall include the installation of storm sewer and street reconstruction on Tatum Street. r~ U COST: The estimated cost to Falcon Heights of the improvements is $493,320. The area to be assessed includes the following parcels as identified by the Ramsey County Assessor: AREA PROPOSED TO BE ASSESSED: 16-29-23-24 parcels 0041 - 0070 and 0073 and 0074; 16-29-23-31 parcels 0027 - 0060. • STATE OF MINNESOTA ) COUNTY OF RAMSEY ) gg CITY OF FALCON HEIGHTS ) I, the undersigned, being the duly qualified and acting Clerk-Administrator of the City of Falcon Heights, Minnesota, DO HEREBY CERTIFY that I have compared the attached and fore- going extract of minutes with the original thereof on file in my office, and that the same is a full, true and complete transcript of the minutes of a meeting of the City Council of said City, duly called and held on the date therein indicated insofar as such minutes relate to ordering and directing • preparation of final plans and specifications for Tatum Street Improvements of 1985 in said City. WITNESS my hand and the seal of said City this 26th day of _ June 1985. ity Clerk- dministrator (SEAL) ~1 L J TATUM STREET IMPROVEMENTS EXTRACT OF MINUTES OF MEETING OF THE • CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FALCON HEIGHTS, MINNESOTA HELD: JUNE 26, 1985 Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Falcon Heights, Minnesota, was duly called and held at the City Hall in said City on the 26th day of June, 1985, at 7:00 P.M. The following members were present: Mayor Eggert, Ciernia, Hard and Chenoweth and the following were absent: Baldwin The meeting was held pursuant to resolution adopted April 24, 1985, calling a public hearing on the proposed Tatum Street Improvements of 1985 in said City, as more particularly described in the Notice of a Public Hearing ordered at said April 24, 1985 meeting, a copy of which is attached hereto. The Clerk Administrator presented affidavits showing the due publication and mailing of the Notices of Hearing and the Mayor announced that the Council would hear all persons who cared to be heard for or against the improvements as outlined in the Notice of Hearing. All persons present were afforded an opportunity • to present their views and objections to the making of said improvements, and no objections were presented, except as follows: Name of Objector Property Objection See Minutes of Public Hearing on June 12, 1985 t MINUTES REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING/PUBLIC HEARINGS JUNE. 12, 1985 PAGE 3 RESOLUTION R-85-24 ' A RESOLUTION ORDERING THE CITY ENGINEER TO PREPARE A FEASIBILITY STUDY AND PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE LARPENTEUR AVENUE/COFFMAN STREET UTILITIES AND STREET IMPROVEMENTS Mayor Eggert moved, seconded by Councilmember Ciernia, that the 1985 sealcoating plans and specifications be approved, and that advertisement for bids be authorized, bid opening to be schedule for 10:30 A.M., July 9, 1985. Motion carried unanimously. At 8:00 P.M. Mayor Eggert opened the Public Hearing on the Proposed Tatum Street Improvements and presented the Affidavits of Publication and Mailing. He then explained that the matter has been discussed in the past and is being considered again at this time as there are some tax .increment funds available which could be used for the project, and those funds will only be available for a defined period of time. Engineer Schunicht explained the need for storm drainage and street reconstruction in the area, presented information on the estimated cost, and emphasized the availability of tax increment funds. Council questioned the amount of tax increment funds indicated in the Engineer's report since the City's records indicate a lesser amount. Mark Ascerno, 1871 Tatum, asked if the tax increment funds are not used for the project, but to pay off the bond issue, if the taxes would then come back to the City. Mayor Eggert explained that tax increment financing concept and that the approximately 12 percent of the taxes would come to the City. Mr. Ascerno felt Tatum is not in bad shape, feared increase in traffic and speed if the street is improved, questioned who instigated the storm sewer project, felt that the Lindig lot owners might benefit at no cost to those owners (and Lindig owners had already shown opposition to the storm sewer), and felt this would not eliminate the drainage ditch on the east side of . Tatum. Mr. Ascerno was opposed to the project and doubted that the cost of the project would improve his property by the $2,800 he would be assessed. Jim Colton, 1760 Tatum, stated he was not fond of the idea due to traffic and danger to children, but he did feel the time was coming when people will be asking Council to improve the street. He also stated that the availability of the tax increment funds gave him a different outlook on the matter. He then asked if the drainage ditch would be removed to which Engineer Schunicht replied that a Swale would still be necessary but the depth of the area could be reduced. The storm sewer would be constructed to handle a five year storm, which would be a definite benefit to the area. Roger Morris, 1920 Roselawn, indicated he opposed the project as it was premature, unnecessary and unjustified. He commented on the number of children in the area, problem of increased traffic, reduced property values, the fact that the area is semi-rural and should stay that way. He recommended that Council delay the improvement until the last possible moment it could be used. He then inquired about his right to appeal. Attorney Van de North replied he could take the City to court and attempt RESOLUTION R-85-24 PLANS AND SPECS FOR 1985 SEAL- COATING APPROVED PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED TATUM STREET IMPROVEMENTS MARK ASCERNO 1871 TATUM JIM COLTON, 1760 TATUM ROGER MORRIS 1920 ROSE- LAWN MINUTES REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING/PUBLIC HEARINGS JUNE 12, 1985 PAGE 4 • to prove that Council is arbitrary and capricious, and stressed that Council must consider broader interests of the community. He explained that there are specific procedures to be followed in objecting to an assessment. Engineer Schunicht explained that the cost of the project could increase from the proposed $2,800 to as much as $6,000 if tax increment funds are not utilized. He stated that the new street might draw a little more traffic (10 to 15 cars) but traffic patterns are already established. He felt that with the street being only 32 feet wide and with many parked cars, that speed should not increase greatly, the speed limit would remain the same and would be enforced. Florian Lauer, 1736 Tatum, asked if all areas in the City have storm sewers, if not, why not? He felt there was not a need for it. Engineer Schunicht explained that most of Falcon Heights is sewered (exceptions are Tatum, Lindig, Fairview, St. Mary's, the north end of Fry, and U of MN land). He explained that the longevity of streets improves with storm sewer as the salty snow runs off instead of standing on the street. E. J. Kemmer, 1768 Tatum, asked how Council would like the neighbors run- off water pouring onto their lots, that the drainage in the area is poor, and commented on the lots on Lindig in the "no build" area.. Mr. Kemmer stated he also would like to see the speed slowed down on Tatum and suggested dips in the street. ,He stated he was in favor of the storm sewer but would not like to see traffic speed up. Myles Aikin, 1849 Tatum, inquired how wide the street would be and how driveway grades would be affected. Engineer Schunicht replied the street would be 32 feet wide and driveways would be restored to match the street. Mr. Aiken also commented on speed and increase in traffic, but felt ultimately something would have to be done with the street. He was undecided as to whether or not he was for the project. Mr. Aiken ased if it would be possible to put stop signs in the street to slow traffic to which the Engineer replied that stop signs in the middle of streets do not work well, people trust them and a strange driver might not expect them and run the sign. Mayor Eggert commented on the fact that the stop signs placed on Garden to slow traffic have not been effective, more run the signs than stop. John Labalestra, 1712 Tatum, asked if residential taxes would increase due to the improvements to which Mayor Eggert replied in the negative. Mr. Labalestra expressed conern over the possible increase in traffic, and speed. He felt the street did not need immediate repair, perhaps would in three or four years, and recommended the funds be invested rather than using them for street repair at this time. George Kilgriff, 1739 Tatum, was concerned that a street 36 feet wide would be constructed with parking only on one side, or a 32 foot street with no parking as was considered a few years ago. Mr. Schunicht explained that at the time Tatum was a MN State Aid Street, and those requirements were stipulated by State criteria. Mr. Kemmer also asked the cost of grading and sealcoating the street with no curb and gutters, and was informed it would be about $14.00 per foot. Mayor Eggert added that it is the City's policy to add curb and gutter when streets are reconstructed to increase the life of the street. Engineer Schunicht FLORIAN LAUER, 1736 TATUM E . J . KEMMER 1768 TATUM MYLES AIKIN, 1849 TATUM JOHN LABALESTRA, 1712 TATUM GEORGE KILGRIFF, 1739 TATUM MINUTES REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING/PUBLIC HEARINGS JUNE 12, 1985 PAGE 5 • indicated it would add approximately five years to the street. Mayor Eggert then read into the record a letter from Harold C. Nilsen, HAROLD C. 1794 Tatum, indicating that he is strongly in favor of the project and NILSEN, urged Council to go ahead, 1794 TATUM John Janasek, 1808 Tatum, asked if it was possible to allow the Tatum JOHN JANASEK residents to vote on the project rather than Council and Mayor Eggert 1808 TATUM explained how improvement projects are instigated: (1) recommendation by City Engineer, or (2) petition by homeowners. Mr. Janasek felt there are many who are reluctant to give an opinion, but if they had a private ballot could give an honest answer, Mr. Janasek wanted it to go through, as the street is breaking up, but he felt it was due to poor patching. Choonig-Schn Youn, 1742 Tatum, felt the street was not bad and he opposed CHOONIG- the project as he was concerned for the safety and welfare of the SCHN neighbors. He felt it would not improve the property and asked that YOUN, 1742 Council wait. TATUM Donald Ledin, 1834 Tatum, asked if the double lots would be charged DONALD double, and it was explained that the second area would be charged LEDIN, only if the second phase (Lindig storm sewer) were implemented. Mr. 1834 TATUM Ledin stated there is not much•flooding where he lives, and that he is concerned for safety of small children. Mr. Ledin explained that he was opposed to the project at the present time, just because there are funds available should not be the primary reason. Maxine Harkness, 1879 Tatum, stated she and her husband, Leonard, are MAXINE in favor of the project, as they felt it was time something should be HARKNESS, done for the neighbors who have suffered from water problems over the 1879 TATUM years. She then asked if the storm sewer would correct the ponding of water at Larpenteur and Tatum and Engineer Schunicht replied in the affirmative. Hans Schirrmeister, 1779 Tatum, asked if all homes on Tatum are connected HANS to natural gas, to which the Engineer replied that if gas has not been SCHIRRMEISTE: installed, it will be stubbed in when the street is under construction. 1779 TATUM Mr. Schirrmeister commented on the fact that there have been drainage problems for some time and he was in favor of the project. Pam Hove, 1905 Tatum, informed that they had recently had natural gas PAVE HOVE, installed and were told at that time that Northern States Power plans 1905 TATUM to install new meters at all locations. Ms. Hove was undecided as to the proposed Tatum project. Meredith Hill, 1804 Tatum, stated she was ambivalent; however, did not MEREDITH think her property justified a $2,800 investment, even though she agreed HILL, 1804 the street needs repair. She expressed concern for the safety of children TATUM in the neighborhood. Florian Lauer, 1736 Tatum, asked if in areas where there are no storm FLORIAN sewers at present, if they will be installed if streets are improved, LAVER, and Engineer Schunicht replied in the affirmative. 1736 TATUM MINUTES REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING/PUBLIC HEARINGS JUNE 12, 1985 PAGE 6 Mark Ascerno, 1871 Tatum, expressed concern that speed would increase MARK and suggested making Tatum a dead end street (perhaps in the middle), ASCERNO, and asked that Council delay implementation of the project until the 1871 TATUM end of the tax increment period and invest the funds until that time. Myles Aiken, 1849 Tatum, asked if the sewer would go down the side of MYLES the street, to which Engineer Schunicht replied that the contractor will AIKEN, determine the method. Mr. Aiken felt they owe the neighbors drainage 1849 TATUM and would be in favor of the project. Roger Morris, 1920 Roselawn, felt that with the rise in number of houses ROGER MORRIS in the area, there is more traffic on Tatum, and there might be a 1920 ROSE- dramatic increase if the street is improved. He also felt a double LAWN dead end might be appropriate. Engineer Schunicht suggested the residents petition if they felt a need for the dead end. Florian Lauer, 1736 Tatum, stated it would help if Council would give more information early in discussing project, such as explaining that storm sewers are being added to all unsewered streets which are being reconstructed. There being no others wishing to be heard, Mayor Eggert closed the public hearing at 9:19 P.M. FLORIAN LAUER, 1736 TATUM PUBLIC HEART CLOSED Mayor Eggert suggested that persons who would like to be heard but are WRITTEN uncomfortable about speaking be allowed to respond in writing within COMMENTS TO the next 72 hours. After a short discussion, Mayor Eggert moved, seconded BE TAKEN by Councilmember Hard, that written public comments be taken until UNTIL 6/14/8 4:30 P.M. on June 14, 1985. Motion carried unanimously. Council then directed the Fiscal Consultant to review the tax increment financing plan and program and determine the exact amount of funds available, directed the City Attorney to obtain guidelines on investing tax increment funds, and directed the City Engineer to determine if the project could be completed by the end of October. The matter will be placed on the June 26, 1985 agenda for discussion. Councilmember Baldwin commented on the fact that with stop signs affects air quality and creates noise, he felt policing is the important item. He also stressed that any vote by the citizens would be advisory only. Mayor Eggert commented on the discrepancy in the bottom line number on funds in the tax increment account, and asked that an accounting be provided Councilmembers. He also requested information on what other bonding authority the City may have. Engineer Karen Willis presented plans and specifications for the Larpenteur/Coffman improvements and explained the same. Councilmember Chenoweth moved, seconded by Mayor Eggert, that Resolution R-85-25 be adopted. Motion carried unanimously. RESOLUTION R-85-25 A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING AND APPROVING THE FEASIBILITY STUDY, AND PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS, AND AUTHORIZING ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS FOR THE LARPENTEUR/COFFMAN IMPROVEMENTS DEFERRED TO /26/85 RESOLUTION R-85-25