HomeMy WebLinkAbout06/14/2005LAUDERDALE CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA
TUESDAY, JUNE 14, 2005
CITY HALL, 7:00 P.M.
The City Council is meeting as a legislative body to conduct the business of the City according to
ROBERT'S RULES OF ORDER AND THE STANDING RULES OF ORDER AND BUSINESS OF
THE CITY COUNCIL. Unless so ordered by the Mayor, citizen participation is limited to the times
indicated and always within the prescribed rules of conduct for public input at meetings.
1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER AT 7:00 P. M.
2. ROLL: I Coo* \\00!e�
Council members:
Christensen
Gill -Gerbig Giannetti
Mayor Dains
Staff: Bakken -Heck
3. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
4. APPROVAL
A. Approve minutes for 5/24/05 City Council Meeting
B. Approv claims totaling $31,480.98
5. OPPORTUNITY FOR THE PUBLIC TO ADDRESS THE COUNCIL ON ITEMS NOT ON THE
AGENDA
Any member of the public may speak at this time on any item NOT on the agenda. In consideration of
the public attending the meeting for specific items on the agenda, this portion of the meeting will be
limited to fifteen (15) minutes. Individuals are requested to limit their comments to four (4) minutes or
less. If the majority of the Council determines that additional time on a specific issue is warranted,
then discussion on that issue shall be continued under Additional Items at the end of the agenda.
Before addressing the City Council, members of the public are asked to step up to the microphone,
give their name, address and state the subject to be discussed. All remarks shall be addressed to the
Council as a whole and not to any member thereof. No person other than members of the Council and
the person having the floor shall be permitted to enter any discussion without permission of the
presiding officer. Your participation, as prescribed by the Council's ROBERT'S RULES OF ORDER
AND THE STANDING RULES OF ORDER AND BUSINESS OF THE CITY COUNCIL, is
welcomed and your cooperation is greatly appreciated.
6. CONSENT
A. Approval of Temporary 3.2 On -Sale Liquor License.
B. Change Council Meeting time from 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
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City of Lauderdale Council Agenda
June 14, 2005
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7. SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS/RECOGNITIONS/PROCLAMATIONS/ CITIZENS
ADDRESSING STREET AND UTILITY IMPROVEMENTS
8. INFORMATIONAL PRESENTATIONS
9. PUBLIC HEARINGS
Public hearings are conducted so that the public affected by a proposal may have input into
the decision. During hearings, all affected residents will be given an opportunity to speak
pursuant to the ROBERT'S RULES OF ORDER AND THE STANDING RULES OF
ORDER AND BUSINESS OF THE CITY COUNCIL.
10. REPORTS
A. Update on Council Member Appointment
B. Update on Consolidated Dispatch Issue
11. DISCUSSION
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13. ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA
14. ADDITIONAL ITEMS
15. SET AGENDA FOR NEXT MEETING
A. Interview and Appoint Council Member
B. Adopt Driveway Ordinance Amendment
C. Adopt Animal Control Ordinance
D. Set Date for Visit by Ramsey County Commissioner Jan Parker
E. Set Date for Ehlers and Associates Update and Presentation of
Larpenture Avenue Planning
F. Set Date for St. Anthony PD Annual Report
16. WORK SESSION
A. Driveway Ordinance
B. Animal Control Ordinance
17. ADJOURNMENT
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Lauderdale City Council
Meeting Minutes
May 24, 2005
Meeting called to order at 7:05P.M.
ROLL
Council present: Christensen, McCloskey, Giannetti, Gill -Gerbig and Mayor Dains
Staff present: Administrator Bakken -Heck and Assistant to the Administrator
Bownik
APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
A. Approval of Agenda. Motion by McCloskey, second by Christensen to approve
the agenda. Roll: Yes: all. Motion carried.
4. APPROVAL
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A. Approval of Minutes. Motion by Gill -Gerbig, second by McCloskey to approve
the minutes of the May 10, 2005 City Council meeting. Motion carried
unanimously.
B. Approval of Claims totaling $47,541.42. Motion by McCloskey, second by
Christensen to approve the claims totaling $47,541.42. Motion carried
unanimously.
OPPORTUNITY FOR THE PUBLIC TO ADDRESS ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA
CONSENT
SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS/RECOGNITIONS/PROCLAMATIONS
A. Commendation presented to Council Member Jeff McCloskey. Mayor Dains thanked
McCloskey for his years of public service as a council member and member of the
refuse task force. He asked Council member Christensen to read the Resolution of
Commendation presented to Council Member McCloskey.
Mayor Dains provided an opportunity for other Council members to say a few words
about Council member McCloskey.
INFORMATIONAL PRESENTATIONS
9. PUBLIC HEARINGS
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
MAY 24, 2005
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10. REPORTS
A. First Quarter Financial Report. Assistant to the Administrator Jim Bownik
presented the council with information on the City's financial standing for the
first quarter of 2005. Bownik stated there is nothing unusual or out of the
ordinary and that revenue and expenditures are in line with where they should be
for this period.
The Council accepted the report on a motion by council member Giannetti and a
second by council member Gill -Gerbig. The motion carried with all voting yes.
11. DISCUSSION
12. ACTION
A. Emergency 911 dispatch resolution. City Administrator Bakken -Heck presented
information on the 911 consolidated dispatch issue. He informed the Council that
both Roseville and Falcon Heights adopted similar ordinances. The affect on the
city's residents is an increase in the County property tax to support the consolidated
center. Bakken -Heck stated the idea is a good one and the city should support this
effort, however, the funding formula needs to be reconsidered.
Council member Christensen moved adoption of Resolution Number 05-01
Resolution Regarding Consolidated E-911 Dispatch In Ramsey County. Resolution
seconded by Giannetti and carried on a roll -call vote with all members voting yes.
B. Corporate resolution changing signatories. Mayor Dains asked for a motion on a
house cleaning item that removes former Administrator Getschow as a signatory and
adding new Administrator Bakken -Heck as a signatory. Moved by council member
Gill -Gerbig and seconded by council member Giannetti to remove Rick Getschow as
a signatory and add Brian Bakken -Heck. Carried on unanimous roll call vote.
13. ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA
14. ADDITIONAL ITEMS
A. Street Issues. Council member Gill -Gerbig told the council a resident spoke to her
about concerns he has about the condition of the roads that were reconstructed in
2000. He indicated the roads are developing cracks and is suggesting the city look
into the feasibility of seal coating or filling the cracks to ensure the integrity of the
road. It was the consensus of the council to have staff review the situation with the
city engineer and take necessary steps to correct problems if they exist.
15. SET AGENDA FOR NEXT MEETING
No items for the June 14th agenda were suggested or identified
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
MAY 24, 2005
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16. WORK SESSION
A. Parking Issues. Administrator Bakken -Heck described the issue to the council.
He said staff has differing interpretations regarding the driveway and front
yard parking issue. The conflict is determining what constitutes the side yard
and front yard. Bakken -Heck indicated one opinion holds that side yard space
means the entire vehicle must be on the side yard, whereas the other holds that
as long as the driveway extends beyond the front plane of the house, the
driveway is conforming. Bakken -Heck also said conflicts appear to exist in
the various codes and ordinances addressing parking and driveways. Staff is
looking for the Councils intent and direction regarding this issue.
The council discussed the issue and all recalled the discussion on the issue
focusing on improving the parking/driveway area of those residents who had
dirt areas in front of their house where vehicles were parked, to provide
additional off-street parking for residents, and to ensure there was not parking
in the boulevard (right-of-way).
Council indicated it was not the intent to require homeowners to construct a
parking surface that went all the way to the back of the home, but rather to
have a parking/driveway surface made of concrete, bituminous, rock, or other
structurally sound surface and that the surface extend approximately 18 to 20
feet beyond the curb -cut and apron.
Bakken -Heck summarized his understanding of the Councils intent and
direction to 1) bring back revised codes and ordinances so the language is
conforming; 2) include a distance requirement of 20 feet beyond the driveway
apron; and 3) to reinforce the original intent that parking/driveway spaces off
the street are constructed of appropriate material.
B. Selection of New Council Member. The Mayor thanked the Administrator for
providing the options and stated he preferred to solicit interested residents and
conduct interviews in order to select a new council member.
Following additional discussion, the Council directed staff to post an
announcement soliciting interested residents to fill the vacancy. The timeline
is to result in the Council conducting interviews of candidates prior to the June
28 Council Meeting.
17. ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Christensen, second by McCloskey, to adjourn. Motion carried unanimously.
Meeting adjourned at 8:25 p.m.
CITY OF LAUDERDALE
Claims for Approval
June 14, 2005 City Council Meeting
Payroll
06/03/05 Payroll: Check # 7808-7817 $8,581.09
06/03/05 Payroll: EFT: Federal Withholding Taxes/FICA $3,219.01
06/03/05 Payroll: EFT: PERA $1,098.22
06/03/05 Payroll: EFT: ICMA Retirement Fund $1,590.38
May 05 Payroll: EFT: State Withholding Taxes $840.71
06/14/05 Claims: Check # 17538-17568 $16,151.571
Subtotal of Claims From Above
$31,480.98
Total Claims for Approval $31,480.98
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CITY OF LAUDERDALE
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TO: Mayor and Council Members
FROM: Kevin Walsh, Deputy Clerk
SUBJECT: Temporary 3.2 % Liquor License
DATE: June 14, 2005
BACKGROUND
Karen Doherty, 1926 Malvern Street, is requesting a limited on -sale 3.2 % liquor license
on July 23, 2005 at the Lauderdale Community Park. Karen will be hosting a family
reception in celebration of a wedding of approximately 60-75 people from 3:00 p.m. until
8:00 p.m.
Lauderdale City Code states that a limited on sale license may be issued to any person,
bona fide club or organization, or for the conduct of an organized activity in a public park.
The license permits 3.2% liquor for a period of no more than twelve (12) consecutive
hours during one day of any license year.
The fee for a limited on sale license is thirty dollars.
COUNCIL ACTION REQUESTED
Consider approving a temporary 3.2% liquor license for Karen Doherty on July 23, 2005.
May 31, 2005
Lauderdale City Council
1891 Walnut Street
Lauderdale, MN 55113
Dear Lauderdale City Council,
I have reserved the city park for a Family picnic to celebrate a marriage on
July 23"d, 2005. There will be about 75 people in attendance, ages newborn
to 80. We plan to barbeque and just hang out together. We are requesting
that each person bring their own beverage, and in the past some people have
brought a can of beer to enjoy with their dinner. We held a similar event in
the park last year with no problems. As we would like to continue with this
tradition, we are respectfully requesting permission to have alcoholic
beverages in the park that day. As this is a family event, we are not
anticipating any excessive use of alcohol, just casual consumption.
Thank you for considering our request.
Thank. you,
Karen Doherty
1926 Malvern Street
Lauderdale, MN 55113
Lauderdale City Council Memorandum
Council Meeting Date: June 14, 2005
To: Mayor and City Council
From: Brian Bakken -Heck, City Administrator
Agenda Item: Council Meeting Change Time
BACKGROUND:
At the last meeting, the Mayor suggested changing the meeting time back to 7:30. The
consensus agreed with this suggestion.
ENCLOSURES:
None
COUNCIL ACTION REQUESTED:
Move to change the meeting time from 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. beginning with the next meeting,
June 28.
Lauderdale City Council Memorandum
To: Mayor and City Council
From: Brian Bakken -Heck, City Administrator
Date: June 14, 2005
Subject: Council Vacancy Update
The City received one letter of interest to date for the open council seat. One
resident called for information on the seat but we have not received any further
correspondence.
Residents have until June 17 to submit letters of interest.
Lauderdale City Council Memorandum
To:
Mayor and City Council
From:
Brian Bakken -Heck, City Administrator
Date:
June 14, 2005
Subject:
Consolidated 911 Center
Several city Administrators signed on to a letter sent to the County expressing
their dissatisfaction with the County's decision and strongly advocating for
reconsideration of the funding mechanism for this service.
I did not sign on to the letter as I felt it was a bit too strong even though I agree
with some of the points made. I drafted a separate letter to send along with the
City's resolution on the issue, which I attached.
Lauderdale City Council Memorandum
Council Meeting Date: June 14, 2005
To: Mayor and City Council
From: Brian Bakken -Heck, City Administrator
Agenda Item: Driveway and Parldng Ordinances'
BACKGROUND:
The Council discussed the inconsistencies in the two ordinances that pertain to driveways and
parking in the City as described by staff. The crux of the issue hinged on the interpretation
among staff regarding "side yard" and "front yard" parking. Staff presented the issues to the
Council for clarification as to their intent.
Following discussion, Council directed staff to provide necessary amendments to the ordinances
so they were consistent and presented the Council's intent.
Chapter 1, Title 6 amendments include purpose statement, modifications to the definition of a
driveway, clarification of permitted exterior and boulevard parking, and impoundment under the
Penalty section.
Chapter 10, Title 9 amendments include purpose statement, scope statement, allowable surfaces,
driveway length, and enforcement.
Additions or new language are underlined and language or sections to be deleted are marked out.
ENCLOSURES:
Chapter 10, Title 9 — Driveway Requirements
Chapter 1, Title 6 - Parking Restrictions
COUNCIL ACTION REQUESTED:
Review the proposed changes and provide staff with additional direction as needed.
CHAPTER 10
DRIVEWAY REQUIREMENTS
SECTION:
9-10-1:
Purpose
9-10-2:
Scope
9-10-3:
Driveway Permit Required
9-10-4:
Application and Site Plan for Driveway Permit
9-10-5:
Driveway Permit Fees
9-10-6:
Driveway Construction Standards
9-10-7:
Revocation of Permit
9-10-8:
Enforcement
9-10-1: Purpose: The purpose of these requirements is to control the location,
and- construction or reconstruction of driveways and curb cuts in order that
traffic hazards be reduced and that adequate street drainage be
maintained. It is also the nurnose and intent of these requirements to maintain the city s
osltive appearance.
9-10-2: Scope: These requirements shall apply to all new driveway construction,
and—to repairs and changes to existing driveways and to existing non-
conforming driveways pon improvement to the subject property.
9-10-3: Driveway Permit Required: No driveway shall be constructed or re-
constructed in any location without first obtaining a Driveway Permit.
9-10-4: Application and Site Plan for Driveway Permit: Any person desiring a
Driveway Permit shall present a written application to the City
Building Official describing the improvements to be made. This
application shall be accompanied by a site plan drawn to scale showing the
location of the driveway with respect to property lines, the width of the
driveway, type of construction material used, driveway angle, distance
between adjacent driveways, and, if applicable, the driveway's distance
from a street intersection.
9-10-5: Driveway Permit Fees: The Driveway Permit fee shall be prescribed,
from time to time, by City Council resolution on file with the City
Administrator.
9-10-6: Driveway Construction Standards:
A. Surface: All driveways shall be surfaced with one of the following
materials:
1. Bituminous. A plant -mixed machine -laid bituminous material
conforming to Minnesota Department of Transportation (MNDOT)
Specification No. 2331, Mixed Designation 41 WEA5055X, which
have been approved by the City Engineer. However, should it
subsequently become necessary to repair or replace such
bituminous surfacing in the right of way area in whole or in
part, the owner of property serviced by such bituminous
driveway shall pay all costs of such repairs or replacements.
2. Concrete. Concrete specifications approved by the City Engineer
may also be used for such driveway surfacing. However, should it
subsequently become necessary to repair or replace such concrete
surfacing in the right of way area in whole or in part, the owner of
property serviced by such concrete driveway shall pay all costs of
such repairs or replacements.
3. Gravel. Gravel Ddriveways existing on the date of the adoption
of this Ordinance, may also—be maintained as gravel
driveways, and be constructed of four inches (4") of crushed
Class 5 limestone gravel compacted into place after initial
excavation. Prior to placing gravel, the driveway shall be
excavated to result in the final gravel surface matching the grade of
the adjacent yard_.
B. Width:
1. Community Business (B-1), Neighborhood Business (B-2), and
Industrial (I-1) Zones: Driveway widths, on site and at the curb
cut, shall not exceed thirty-six feet (36').
2. Multiple Residential (R-3) Zones: Driveway widths, on site
and at the curb cut, shall not exceed thirty feet (30').
3. Suburban Residential (R-1) And Urban Residential (R-2)
Zones: Driveway widths, on site and at the curb cut, shall not
exceed twenty-four feet (24').
C. Driveway Length: —All street -accessed driveways shall extend a
minimum of twentv (20) feet beyond the back ed -(,e of the apron inclusive of
parking space or spaces and provide access for vehicles to a parking
space or spaces, carport, garage, dwelling or other structure ii,
toward the side or rear of the property. Driveways existing oii the
date f th a, ptio of +! FA, ' ,OA Heed „„+ be dii-OOtOd tO the Side
reaF of fll N efty; latz-t-pParking shall not be allowed in the public right of
way.
D. Distance Between Driveways: The minimum distance between
curbs of driveways shall be ten feet (10') in any R-2 and R-3 district, and
twenty feet (20') in any B-1, B-2, and I-1 district.
E. Distance From Intersection: No driveway or curb cut shall be less
than twenty feet (20') from any street intersection, except that in Industrial
(I-1) Zones, the minimum distance shall be fifty feet (50').
F. Driveway Angle: The minimum driveway angle from a two (2)
way access -shall be ninety (90) degrees. The minimum driveway angle
from a one-way street shall be thirty (30) degrees.
G. Setback: Driveways in any R-2, R-3, B-1, B-2, and I-1 district,
except driveways which are shared by two (2) or more adjacent property
owners, shall not be located within five feet (5') of any side or rear lot line.
In the R-1 district, there is no setback requirement for driveways from the
side yard lot line, but no part of the driveway may encroach onto
neighboring properties.
H. Control Of Traffic: Where commercial land uses are adjacent to
residential districts, driveways shall be located, whenever feasible, to
reduce the amount of traffic entering residential areas.
I. Street Access: For properties having frontage on two streets,
access shall be provided via the street with the least traffic wherever
feasible in order to reduce the number of curb cuts on more heavily
traveled streets.
J. State And County Highway Requirements: If the proposed
driveway is to be constructed so that it opens onto any street designated as
a State or County highway or street, all additional specifications of the
appropriate highway departments will apply. The applicant must also
obtain approval from these other applicable jurisdictions.
K. Shared Driveways: If two (2) or more driveways are shared, the
portion of the driveway on each property shall comply with maximum
driveway width requirements.
L. Licensed Contractor: All work done within the right of way of the
street shall be done by a regularly licensed contractor under the
supervision of the proper City employee.
9-10-7: Revocation of Permit: The permit issued may be revoked at any time
after its issuance for failure to comply with the conditions of this section
or the directions of the City relative to the work covered by the permit.
9-10-8: Enforcement: The enforcement of this ordinance will occur as the City
progresses with its planned street and utility improvements and provides
curb cuts throughout the City. Those improvements zae. soheduled to
begin ii 2000. Non -conforming driveways currently existing shall come
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PARKING RESTRICTIONS
SECTION:
6-1-1: Purpose
6-1-2: Definitions
6-1-3: Powers Of City Council
6-1-4: General Parking Restrictions
6-1-5: Special Parking Allowances
6-1-6: Seasonal Parking Restrictions
6-1-7: Penalty
6-1-1: PURPOSE:
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A. To help establish the most efficient, equitable and safe use
of the City's roadways, highways, and to increase off-street
parking. It is also the intent of the City to ensure that
parking spaces are well defined and constructed and maintained in
accordance with the City's building and zoning ordinances.
To enable the �&-Lty et)uncil to achieve the above. (erd. !6,
6-1-2: DEFINITIONS:
Any term used in this Chapter and defined in Minnesota Statutes
section 169.01 has the meaning given to it by that section. The
following words shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this
Section:
BOULEVARD: The property owned by the City which is
between the edge of the roadway and the
homeowner's property line.
DRIVEWAY: A private roadway constructed in accordance
with Chapter 10, 9-10-6 —providing access for
vehicles to a parking space or spaces
directed toward the side or rear yard of the
property, or to a in the side or rear yard
of the propert , garage, dwelling or other
structure in the side or rear of the
property. (Ord. 16, 4-27-1993)
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6-1-3: POWERS OF CITY COUNCIL:
The City Council may designate, by resolution, no parking or
limited parking zones within the City for the purpose of
facilitating snow removal or street maintenance, aiding emergency
vehicle access or the unimpeded flow of traffic, or promoting any
other public purpose. The City Council shall cause signs to be
posted at the zones which indicate the applicable limitations on
parking. The City Council may include the entire City within a
zone, may limit application of the zone regulations to specific
times of the year or climatic conditions, and shall provide for
placing appropriate signs generally throughout a zone. (Ord. 48,
11-24-1986)
In addition, the City Council may, by resolution, designate
certain streets or portions of streets as no parking or as zones
for parking by physically handicapped persons and may limit the
hours and dates in which the restrictions apply. The City shall
mark by appropriate signs each zone so designated. No vehicle
shall be parked in a no parking zone during hours when parking is
prohibited except as permitted by State law. (Ord. 16, 4-27-1993;
1996 Code)
6-1-4: GENERAL PARKING RESTRICTIONS:
A. Obstruct Pickup And Delivery Of Mail: No person shall park a
vehicle upon any street or highway so as to obstruct the pickup
and delivery of mail by postal employees.
B. Prohibited Parking: No person shall park a vehicle upon any
street or highway at times when, and in locations where, such
parking is prohibited.
C. Time Limitations For Trucks: No truck with a capacity of over
two (2) tons shall be parked on any street for more than ninety
(90) minutes, or for the time necessary to load or unload such
truck.
D. Three Day/Thirty Day Maximum: No vehicles hereinafter
described may be parked upon any public street within the City
for three (3) consecutive days or a total of more than thirty
(30) days during any calendar year.
1. House Trailer, Mobile Home, Or Recreational Vehicles:
House trailer, mobile home, vacation trailer, vacation bus,
boat trailer, or similar recreational vehicle.
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2. Construction Equipment And Machinery: Construction
equipment or machinery except when such construction
equipment or machinery is necessarily located at such place
to make road or utility repairs.
E. Permitted Exterior Parking:
1. Front Yards: Exterior parking in front yards shall be
limited to the driveway or parking space or spaces, thereon
only currently licensed and operable vehicles twenty feet
(201) or under, with a passenger capacity of nine (9) or
less, and passenger vehicles or non-commercial trucks not
exceeding f. -)-one ton GVW, may be parked.
2. Side And Back Yards: Exterior parking for vehicles over
twenty feet (201) or commercial trucks with a GVW of one (1
ton or more and commercial trailers as defined in Minnesota
Statutes Chapter 168 shallffraT—end occur in the side and
back yards and only if currently licensed and operable and
the parking space or spaces are accessed from a driveway as
defined in this section and conforms to section 9-10-6.
F. Parking On Boulevards: No vehicle shall be parked on any
boulevard adjacent parallel to a public street.
G. Parking in Excess of 3 days - Abandoned Vehicles: If any
vehicle is left standing on a public street for a period in
excess of 3 days, then the vehicle may be deemed abandoned and a
traffic impediment, and a police officer is authorized to issue a
fine and/or to provide for the removal of the vehicle.
6-1-5: SPECIAL PARKING ALLOWANCES:
A. Handicapped Parking: No person shall park, obstruct or occupy
with a motor vehicle any parking space, on public or private .
property, designed and posted as parking space for handicapped
persons pursuant to the State Building Code, or Rules and
Regulations of the State Fire Marshall, or pursuant to Minnesota
Statutes section 169.346 unless such vehicle has prominently
displayed upon it an insignia or certificate issued by the
Division of Vehicles in the State Department of Public Safety
pursuant to Minnesota Statutes section 169.345 subdivision (3).
B. Fire Lanes:
1. Authority To Establish: The Fire Chief or his designate
is hereby authorized to order the establishment of fire
lanes on public or private property as may be necessary in
order that the travel of fire equipment may not be
interfered with, and that access to fire hydrants or
buildings may not be obstructed.
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2. Erection Of Signs: When a fire lane has been established,
it shall be marked with a sign or signs bearing the words
"No Parking - Fire Lane" or similar message.
a. Public Property: When the fire lane is on public
property or public right of way, the sign or signs
shall be erected by the City.
b. Private Property: When on private property, the
signs shall be erected by the owner at his own expense
within thirty (30) days after he has been notified of
the order. Failure to erect the sign or signs within
such period is a misdemeanor. (Ord. 16, 4-27-1993)
3. Obstruction Prohibited: After a sign or signs have been
erected in accordance with subsection B2 of this Section, no
person shall park a vehicle or otherwise obstruct the fire
lane.
4. Fire Hydrant Or Fire Appliance: No person shall keep
posts, fences, growth, or other material nor park any
vehicle near any fire hydrant or fire appliance that would
prevent such hydrant or appliance from being immediately
discernible or in any other manner deter or hinder the Fire
Department from being able to gain immediate access to a
fire hydrant or fire appliance. (Ord. 68, 3-15-1978)
6-1-6: SEASONAL PARKING RESTRICTIONS
A. Restrictions After Two -Inch Snowfall: No person shall park
any vehicle on any street for a period of forty eight (48) hours,
commencing immediately after two inches (211) or more of
continuous snowfall, or until snow removal has been completed on
that street, whichever occurs first. (Ord. 16, 4-27-1993)
6-1-7: PENALTY:
A. Fine: Any person convicted of violating any provision of this
Chapter, not otherwise stated, is guilty of a petty misdemeanor
and shall be subject to penalty as provided in Section 1-4-1 of
this Code.
B. Impoundment: If a vehicle is parked or left standing on a
street or boulevard in violation of any resolution adopted by the
City Council pursuant to this Chapter or any part of this Chapter
not otherwise specified, the vehicle may be removed and impounded
by or at the direction of the City and the expense thereof may be
charged by the City against the owner of the vehicle. The cost of
removing and storing the vehicle, in addition to any fine imposed
for violation of this Chapter, shall be paid before the vehicle
is restored to the owner. (Ord. 16, 4-27-1993; 1996 Code)
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C. Additional Remedies: Removal of a vehicle by or under the
direction of the City pursuant to this Chapter shall not prevent
prosecution of the owner thereof for violation of this or any
other ordinance.
D. Violation; Penalty: Any person violating any provision of this
Chapter shall be guilty of a misdemeanor. Each day a violation
continues shall constitute a separate offense. (Ord. 48,
11-24-1986)
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Lauderdale City Council Memorandum
Council Meeting Date: June 14, 2006
To: Mayor and City Council
From: Brian Baldcen-Heck, City Administrator
Agenda Item: Aminal Control Ordinance
BACKGROUND:
A judges ruling parts of the City of St. Anthony's ordinance unconstitutional prompted review of
Lauderdale's Animal Control ordinance. During this process, another issue arose resulting in
further analysis of this ordinance.
The first issue involves noise, Chapter 3, section 5, paragraph 6(d). The ordinance provides for a
subjective assessment of noise. The court ruled there must bean objective standard by which to
measure noise. We propose to amend the ordinance to include a definition of "unreasonable
length of time". Our definition will be consistent with the City of St. Anthony to make it easy
for the officers or others responding to such complaints. The objective standard of a specific
time provides an expectation to the animal owner and neighbors. The proposed length of time,
five (5) minutes of continued noise, is from the St. Anthony ordinance.
The second issue involves dangerous animals, Chapter 3, section 5, paragraph 6(i) and paragraph
10(b). Paragraph 8(i) states an individual may keep a dangerous animal as long as the animal
remains confined within a building or secure enclosure and cannot have the animal out of the
enclosure without a muzzle. Paragraph 10(b) says the city does not allow dangerous animals.
These two provisions are inconsistent and contradictory.
An animal classified as dangerous under state statute must meet certain requirements. The City
can provide for additional requirements or prohibit them. Prohibiting dangerous animals may be
harder to enforce as State law allows them if the owner meets certain conditions. The city could
add requirements to state requirements such as what is already included in the ordinance.
ENCLOSURES:
Animal Control Ordinance with amendment to section 5, paragraph 6(d)
COUNCIL ACTION REQUESTED:
Review amended language and provide direction on second issue.
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ANIMAL CONTROL
SECTION:
5-3--1: Definitions
5-3--2: Enforcement
5-3--3: Exemptions
5-3--4: Certain Domesticated Animals
5-3--4-1: Permit Required
5-3--4-2: Application; Fees
5-3--4-3: Hearing
5-3--4-4: Term Of Permit; Renewal
5-3--4-5: Revocation
5-3--4-6: Home Occupation
5-3--4-7: Penalty
5-3--5: Dogs And Cats
5-3--5-1: License And Registration; Exceptions
5-3--5-2: Vaccination Required
5-3--5-3: Licensing Procedures
5-3--6: Regulations
5-3--7: Impoundment
5-3--8: Rabies Control
5-3--9: Biting Animals To Be Quarantined
5-3-10: Potentially Dangerous Animals
5-3-11: Summary Destruction
5-3-12: Penalty !2R!
5-3-1: DEFINITIONS:
As used in this Chapter, except as otherwise provided, the
following terms shall have the respective meanings ascribed to
them:
!DEF! ANIMAL: Any nonhuman mammal, reptile, amphibian, or bird,
domestic or nondomestic, including dogs and cats.
ANIMAL, DOMESTIC: Animals kept within the home as pets, such as
dogs, cats, household birds, and similar animals.
AT LARGE: An unattended animal on public property; or an
unattended animal on private property without the consent of the
property owner.
CAT: Any domesticated feline animal, male or female, whole or
neutered.
DANGEROUS ANIMAL: Any animal that has committed any of the acts
set forth below:
A. Without provocation, inflicted substantial
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bodily harm on a human being on public or private
property;
B. Killed a domestic animal without provocation;
or
C. Been found to be a potentially dangerous
animal, and after the owner has been notified that
the animal is potentially dangerous, the animal
aggressively bites, attacks, or endangers the
safety of human or domestic animals.
DOG: Any canine animal, male or female, whole or neutered.
ENCLOSURE: Any structure, except a dwelling, designed to securely
enclose and prevent an animal from escaping therefrom and/or
designed to provide the animal with shelter and protection from
the weather.
OWNER: Any person, firm, corporation, organization or department
processing, harboring, keeping, having an interest in or having
custody or control of an animal.
POTENTIALLY DANGEROUS ANIMAL: Any animal that has committed any
of the acts set forth below:
A. When unprovoked, bites a human or domestic
animal;
B. When unprovoked, chases a person upon the
streets, sidewalks or any other public property in
an apparent attitude of attack; or
C. Has a known propensity, tendency, or
disposition to attack unprovoked, causing injury
or otherwise threatening the safety of humans or
domestic animals.
RESTRAINED: On a leash of not more than six feet (61) in length
and in the custody of a person of sufficient age to adequately
control the animal, in a vehicle, or confined to the owner's
property by enclosure or fencing, or absolute voice command.
SUBSTANTIAL BODILY HARM: Bodily injury which involves a temporary
but substantial disfigurement, or which causes a temporary but
substantial loss or impairment of the function of any bodily
member or organ, or which causes a fracture of any bodily member.
(Ord. 12, 7-27-1993) !DEFEND!
5-3-2: ENFORCEMENT:
A. Animal Control Officer; Law Enforcement Agency: The provisions
of this Chapter shall be enforced by an Animal Control Officer
and/or the members of a law enforcement agency which has a
contract for such duties with the City.
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B. Interference: No person shall, in any manner, interfere with
or hinder an Animal Control or law enforcement officer in the
discharge of their duties.
C. Right Of Entry: For the purpose of discharging the duties
imposed by this Chapter, any Animal Control Officer and/or law
enforcement officer is empowered to enter upon private property.
(Ord. 12, 7-27-1993)
5-3-3: EXEMPTIONS:
The following provisions of this Chapter shall not apply in the
following circumstances:
A. Unless specified herein, the provisions of this Chapter shall
not apply to animals used or confined at hospitals, clinics, or
businesses operated by licensed veterinarians.
B. Section 5-3-5-2 relating to vaccination requirements shall not
apply to any animal belonging to a nonresident of the City and
kept within the City for not longer than thirty (30) days,
provided all such animals shall, at all times while in the City,
be restrained by the owner.
C. Sections 5-3-10 and 5-3-11 relating to dangerous animals and
potentially dangerous animals shall not apply to dogs under the
control of a law enforcement officer.
D. Subsections 5-3-6A and 6C shall not apply to raptors possessed
by licensed falconers holding valid State and Federal Falconry
Permits so long as the conditions of the permit are being
satisfied. (Ord. 12, 7-27-1993)
E. Section 5-3-4 shall not apply to licensed kennels, pet stores,
or veterinary clinics. (Ord. 84, 11-19-1985)
5-3-4: CERTAIN DOMESTICATED ANIMALS:
5-3-4-1: PERMIT REQUIRED:
It shall be unlawful to keep or maintain roosters, bees or any
horse, cow, pony, mule, donkey, pig, goat, sheep, or other large
domesticated animal, other than a dog, without first having
obtained a permit therefor. It shall also be unlawful to keep or
maintain more than two (2) chickens, ducks, geese, turkeys,
pigeons, rabbits, chinchillas, minks, nutrias, or guinea pigs
without first having obtained a permit therefor. All of the
aforementioned are hereinafter referred to as "animals". (Ord.
84, 11-19-1985)
5-3-4-2: APPLICATION; FEE:
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A. Application: Any person desiring a permit required by Section
5-3-4-1 shall make application to the City Council.
B. Required Information: The application shall contain the name
and address of the applicant, the address of the premises upon
which the animal are to be kept, the number, species and, except
in the case of bees, the sex of such animal, and a statement
regarding any property damage or physical injuries caused by such
animal or animals in the past.
C. Additional Information: The City Council may also require
submission of such additional information or material as it deems
necessary or convenient to administer this Section.
D. Initial And Renewal Permit Fees: The applicant shall pay to
the City Administrator such initial permit fee and renewal permit
fee as shall be established from time to time by Council
resolution.
E. Hearing Date; Notice Of Hearing: Upon submission of the
initial application, the City Administrator shall set a date for
a hearing on the application before the City Council and shall
notify the owners of all properties located within two hundred
feet (2001) of the subject premises of the date and time of the
hearing. (Ord. 84, 11-19-1985)
5-3-4-3: HEARING:
A. Testimony And Evidence: At the hearing scheduled on the
application, the City Council may take such testimony or receive
such documents or information as it deems appropriate.
B. Potential Hazard Or Nuisance: No permit shall be issued if the
City Council finds that such animal or animals, because of their
number, size, proximity to other properties, history of vicious
or destructive actions, or inherent characteristics are or are
likely to become either a nuisance or a hazard to the public
health or safety.
C. Bees: In the case of bees, no permit shall be issued unless
the hive or hives are to be located at least three hundred feet
(3001) from any other property. (Ord. 84, 11-19-1985)
5-3-4-4: TERM OF PERMIT; RENEWAL:
Permits shall be valid until December 31 of the year of issuance
and shall be renewed annually. (Ord. 84, 11-19-1985; 1996 Code)
5-3-4-5: REVOCATION:
The City Council may revoke a permit prior to its expiration if
it finds that the terms or conditions of the permit have been
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violated or if the animal or animals have become either a public
nuisance or a hazard to the public health or safety. Nothing
herein shall be construed to prohibit or constrain any action
allowed by law designed to prevent the spread of disease or the
imminent damage to persons or property caused by such animal or
animals. (Ord. 84, 11-19-1985)
5-3-4-6: HOME OCCUPATION:
Nothing contained in Section 5-3-4 shall be construed as
permitting anyone to keep or maintain animals for sale or as a
part of a business, unless otherwise licensed or permitted. (Ord.
84, 11-19-1985)
5-3-4-7: PENALTY:
Any person who violates the provisions of Section 5-3-4 shall be
guilty of a misdemeanor and shall be subject to penalty as
provided in Section 1-4-1 of this Code. (Ord. 84, 11-19-1985;
1996 Code)
5-3-5: DOGS AND CATS:
5-3-5-1: LICENSE AND REGISTRATION; EXCEPTIONS:
All dogs and cats within the City shall be licensed, except the
following:
A. Dogs and cats less than six (6) months of age;
B. Dogs and cats whose owners are temporary visitors within the
City for thirty (30), days or less; and
C. Dogs being used by law enforcement officers. (Ord. 12,
7-27-1993)
5-3-5-2: VACCINATION REQUIRED:
It shall be unlawful for any dog or cat owner to keep or maintain
any dog or cat older than six (6) months of age unless it has
been vaccinated with an anti -rabies vaccine by a licensed
veterinarian. No license or license renewal shall be issued
except upon compliance with this Section. (Ord. 12, 7-27-1993;
1996 Code)
5-3-5-3: LICENSING PROCEDURES:
A. Application: Except as herein provided, within thirty (30)
days after acquiring possession of a dog or cat five (5) months
or older, the owner of the dog or cat shall make application for
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a dog or cat license. The application shall be on forms provided
by the City Administrator. The applicant shall also present proof
of vaccination to the City Administrator prior to the issuance or
renewal of a license.
B. License Fee: The license fee for each dog or cat must be
submitted with the application. The fee will be established by
City Council resolution.
C. Term Of License: A license shall be annually issued for a
period of time not to exceed the expiration date of the rabies
vaccination.
D. Issuance: Upon completion of the application form, receipt of
the license fee and receipt of the proof of vaccination, the City
Administrator shall cause a dog or cat license to be issued to
the applicant for a particular dog or cat.
E. Receipt And Tags: The City Administrator shall cause a license
fee receipt to be issued to the applicant along with a metallic
tag. The applicant shall cause the tag to be affixed permanently
by a metal fastening device to the collar of the licensed dog or
cat in such a manner that the tag may be easily observed.
F. Duplicate Tag: If a tag is lost, a duplicate may be issued by
the City Administrator upon presentation of a receipt showing
payment of the initial license fee and upon payment of an
additional fee for each duplicate tag.
G. Change Of Address: An applicant who has obtained a dog or cat
license shall notify the City Administrator of applicant's
address changes within the corporate limits of the City within
ten (10) days of any address change.
H. Counterfeit Tags: No person shall counterfeit or attempt to
counterfeit the dog or cat license tags. (Ord. 12, 7-27-1993)
5-3-6: REGULATIONS:
A. Confinement: Except as herein provided, the owner of an animal
within the City shall cause such animal to be confined to the
individual's property by adequate fencing, leash, or absolute
voice command.
B. Female In Estrus: The owner of a female dog or cat in heat
shall confine such animal to the owner's property or any
veterinary hospital/clinic, in such manner that such female dog
or cat cannot come into contact with other animals, except for
intentional breeding purposes.
C. Leash Required: The owner of an animal within the City shall
cause such animal to be restrained by a leash, chain or a cord of
not more than six feet (61) in length and in the custody of a
person of sufficient age to adequately control the animal at all
times while in a public place including but not limited to school
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yards, playground, parks or streets.
D. Noise: The owner of any animal within the City shall be
responsible for preventing the animal from becoming a nuisance. A
nuisance shall be defined as barking, baying, crying, or howling
in any manner, which can be heard by any person, including Animal
Control or any law enforcement officer, from a location outside
of the building or premises where the animal is being kept for an
unreasonable length of time. For the purposes of this ordinance,
"unreasonable" means repeated noise from the animal over at least
a five (5) minute period of time with one (1) minute or less laps
of time between each animal noise during the five (5) minute
period.
E. Feces: Cleaning up litter:
1. The owner of an animal shall be responsible for cleaning up
any feces of the animal and disposing of such feces in a sanitary
manner.
2. The owner of an animal shall not permit such animal to be on
public property or the private property of another without having
in the owner's immediate possession, a device for the removal of
feces and a proper receptacle on the property of such animal
owner.
F. Care Of Animals: The owner of an animal within the City shall
provide said animal with sufficient, wholesome food and water;
proper shelter and protection from weather; veterinary care when
needed to prevent suffering; and with humane care and treatment.
G. Abuse: No person shall beat, torment, or otherwise abuse an
animal or cause or permit an animal fight.
H. Number Allowed: No person shall allow residentially zoned
property to be used for maintaining more than two (2) like
domestic animals over six (6) months of age.
I. Dangerous Animals: The owner shall confine within a building
or a secure enclosure, every potentially dangerous animal, and
shall not take such animal out of such building or secure
enclosure, unless such animal is securely muzzled.
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J. Guard Dog Warning Signs: A person who uses a dog for security
purposes within the City shall post a warning notice at the
entrance of the premises. (Ord. 12, 7-27-1993; 1996 Code)
5-3-7: IMPOUNDMENT:
A. Seizure: Subject to the provisions of this Section, animals
found in violation of this Chapter may be seized by the Animal
Control Officer, impounded in a designated animal shelter, and
confined therein in a humane manner for a period of not more than
five (5) business days or until claimed by the animal's owner,
whichever occurs first.
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1. Entry Of Private Dwellings: Animal Control Officers are not
authorized to enter private dwellings for the purpose of seizing
animals.
2. Notice Of Seizure: Before seizing an animal from the private
property of its owner, the Animal Control Officer shall make a
reasonable attempt, taking into consideration the time of day and
nature of the violation, to notify the owner that the animal is
being seized because it was observed by the Animal Control
Officer to be in violation of the provisions of this Chapter.
3. Written Notice: When an animal is seized from the private
property of its owner and the Animal Control Officer has been
unable to notify the owner of the reason for seizing the animal,
the Animal Control Officer shall leave a written notice affixed
to the dwelling unit, in a conspicuous manner, indicating the day
and time the animal was seized; the reason for seizing the
animal; and the address of the shelter where the animal can be
found.
4. Notice Of Impoundment: Immediately upon impounding the animal,
reasonable efforts shall be made to notify the owner and inform
the owner of the animal's confinement and the procedures for
release of the animal to the owner.
B. Redemption: An animal which is not redeemed within five (5)
business days after impounding may be disposed of in any manner
provided by law. Any animal which is not claimed by the owner or
sold, shall be euthanized and disposed of in a sanitary manner by
the Animal Control Officer.
C. Title: The title of all animals seized and held at the animal
shelter may be transferred to the Humane Society after the legal
detention period has expired and the animals have not been
claimed by their owners.
D. Impoundment Fees: Any animal impounded hereunder may be
reclaimed by the owner of such animal within five (5) business
days after such impoundment. Before the owner shall be permitted
to recover possession of the animal, the owner shall pay the
Animal Control Officer all required fees and costs of
impoundment. (Ord. 12, 7-27-1993)
5-3-8: RABIES CONTROL:
A. State Law Adopted: The Minnesota Health Laws and Regulations
are hereby adopted in cases of rabid animals which have bitten
any person or animals suspected of being rabid.
B. Duty Of Physician To Report: It shall be the duty of every
physician to report to the City the names and addresses of
persons treated for bites inflicted by animals together with
other information helpful in rabies control.
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C. Duty Of Veterinarian To Report: It shall be the duty of every
licensed veterinarian to report to the City his diagnosis of any
animal observed by him as a rabies suspect.
D. Issuance Of Proclamation: Whenever the prevalence of rabies or
hydrophobia renders such action necessary to protect the public
health, safety and welfare, the Mayor shall issue a proclamation
ordering every person owning or in possession of a dog to confine
it securely to other premises unless it is muzzled so that it
cannot bite. No person shall violate this proclamation. (Ord. 12,
7-27-1993)
5-3-9: BITING ANIMALS TO BE QUARANTINED:
Whenever an animal has bitten a person, or whenever a known or
suspected rabid animal is picked up by the Animal Control Officer
or law enforcement officer, such animal shall be confined for a
minimum of ten (10) days as follows:
A. Confinement At Owner's Residence: Upon proof of a current
rabies vaccination, the owner of the animal may, with the consent
of the Animal Control Officer, quarantine the animal at the
owner's residence provided that such animal shall not be
permitted to come in contact with other animals or persons and,
provided further that the animal shall be muzzled and on a leash
not to exceed four feet (4'), and in control of a competent
person when taken from the place of confinement for sanitation
purposes.
B. Confinement At Animal Shelter Or Veterinary Clinic: If no
proof of a current rabies vaccination is provided, or if the
Animal Control Officer does not consent to confinement of the
animal to the owner's residence, the animal shall be quarantined
at the animal shelter or a licensed veterinary clinic at the
expense of the owner.
C. Permission To Remove Required: A quarantined animal shall not
be removed from the place of confinement without the written
permission of the Animal Control Officer.
D. Confinement Enclosure: A quarantined animal shall be confined
in an enclosure constructed of materials suitable to prevent the
animal from escaping. All openings to the enclosure shall be
locked at all times and the animal shall not be removed from the
enclosure unless the animal is muzzled on a leash not exceeding
four feet (41) in length and in control of a competent person.
(Ord. 12, 7-27-1993)
5-3-10: POTENTIALLY DANGEROUS ANIMALS:
A. Additional Fee And Proof Of Insurance: The owner of a
potentially dangerous animal shall pay an additional annual fee
as determined by Council resolution and shall provide the City
Administrator annually with proof of liability insurance which
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covers damages that may be caused by such animal.
B. Dangerous Animals Prohibited: It shall be unlawful for any
person to keep or harbor a dangerous animal in the City. (Ord.
12, 7-27-1993)
5-3-11: SUMMARY DESTRUCTION:
Whenever an Animal Control Officer has reasonable cause to
believe that a particular animal represents a clear and immediate
danger to the residents of the City because it is infected with
rabies or because it is a dangerous animal, the Animal Control
officer, after making reasonable attempts to impound such animal,
may summarily destroy the animal. (Ord. 12, 7-27-1993)
5-3-12: PENALTY:
Any violation of this Chapter is a misdemeanor. Each day on which
such violation continues shall constitute a separate offense.
(Ord. 12, 7-27-1993)