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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - 2016/05/23PROCEEDINGS OF THE MOUNDS VIEW CITY COUNCIL CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW RAMSEY COUNTY, MINNESOTA Regular Meeting May 23, 2016 Mounds View City Hall 2401 County Road 10, Mounds View, MN 55112 7:01 P.M. 1. MEETING IS CALLED TO ORDER 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3. ROLL CALL: Flaherty, Gunn, Hull, Meehlhause, Mueller NOT PRESENT: None. 4. APPROVAL OF AGENDA A. Monday, May 23, 2016, City Council Agenda. MOTION/SECOND: Mueller/Hull. To Approve the Monday, May 23 , 2016, agenda as presented. Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. 5. PUBLIC INPUT None. 6. SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS A. Resolution 8579, a Resolution of Appreciation for Tim Ramacher, for his Years of Services on the Police Civil Service Commission. Mayor Flaherty read a Resolution of Appreciation in full for the record thanking Tim Ramacher for his years of dedicated service on the Police Civil Service Commission. MOTION/SECOND: Mueller/Meehlhause. To Adopt Resolution 8579, a Resolution of Appreciation for Tim Ramacher, for his Years of Services on the Police Civil Service Commission. Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. Mounds View City Council May 23, 2016 Regular Meeting Page 2 7. COUNCIL BUSINESS A. 7:00 p.m., Public Hearing, to Consider Resolution 8580, a Resolution to Consider an Off-Sale Intoxicating Liquor License for Keshav Enterprises, Inc., to operate a Liquor Store located at 2408 County Road I. Assistant City Administrator Crane stated in accordance with City Code liquor licenses must be approved by the City Council with a Public Hearing. She explained on March 28th the Council considered a liquor license for Keshav Enterprises, Inc. At that meeting, the Council denied the liquor license request due to the fact the owner had outstanding property taxes. Staff explained that as of May 20th, the property taxes have been paid in full and there were no delinquencies with the City. She requested the Council hold a Public Hearing and take action on the liquor license, contingent upon the City receiving a certificate of liquor liability insurance from the applicant and a satisfactory fire inspection. Mayor Flaherty opened the public hearing at 7:06 p.m. Linda Stewlow, 2366 Pinewood Circle, reported she has lived at this address for the past 36 years. She explained she liked her neighborhood as is and did not want to see a liquor store in her backyard. She asked what the liquor store’s target market would be. Ankur Chopra, Keshav Enterprises, Inc., reported this would be a neighborhood liquor store. He believed the liquor store would not be bad for the neighborhood or the City. He discussed how the liquor store would assist in revitalizing this property. Ms. Stewlow feared that the liquor store would attract an adverse crowd and she was offended that the City was considering this request. Jerry Kromley, 2363 County Road I, questioned why the City would want a liquor store at the corner of this quiet neighborhood. He saw no benefit to Mounds View having another liquor store. Helen Houle, 7643 Edgewood, understood the property had been vacant for some time, however, she did not know if a liquor store was the right fit for this neighborhood. Hearing no further public input, Mayor Flaherty closed the public hearing at 7:10 p.m. Council Member Mueller explained the property taxes were to be paid by May 15th in order for the Council to consider this request. It was her understanding that the property taxes were paid on May 19th, which included all outstanding property taxes and the first half of 2016. Assistant City Administrator Crane reported this was the case. Mayor Flaherty asked if Mr. Chopra had any issues with his liquor store in Brooklyn Park and questioned if bars would be added to the Mounds View building. Mr. Chopra explained he has not had any issues. He did not anticipate he would be adding the metal bars to the windows. Mounds View City Council May 23, 2016 Regular Meeting Page 3 Mayor Flaherty inquired if Mr. Chopra would be making any improvements to the façade of the building. Mr. Chopra indicated he would be adding a sign to the exterior of the building. He believed the building was in good condition and met all City requirements. Mayor Flaherty asked if the whole building would be used for a liquor store. Mr. Chopra commented only the SNAP Market side of the building would be used as a liquor store. Mayor Flaherty questioned if the coolers on site had been inspected. Mr. Chopra reported the existing coolers had been inspected and were operational. He noted he would be bringing in additional coolers. Mayor Flaherty inquired if Mr. Chopra would be carding all patrons and asked if he would be providing training for his employees. Mr. Chopra stated this was State law. He indicated his business would have a card reader system to ensure no sales to minors occurred. Mayor Flaherty asked how Mr. Chopra would deal with the surrounding neighbors. Mr. Chopra did not believe the liquor store would be bad for the neighborhood. He explained no illegal items would be sold from the property and noted the store would be closed by 10:00 p.m. each night. He stated he has owned his liquor store in Brooklyn Park for the past eight years. Council Member Mueller questioned how Mr. Chopra would manage the trash and recycling on the property. Mr. Chopra reported deliveries would only occur two or three times per week. He anticipated all material would fit into the trash receptacle behind the building and would be removed weekly. Council Member Mueller inquired if there was a fence at the rear property line to screen the business use from the adjacent residential neighborhood. Mr. Punjani, the property owner, discussed the location of the garbage receptacles and noted it was completely fenced. Council Member Mueller asked when deliveries would be made. Mr. Chopra stated deliveries at his Brooklyn Park location were made between 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Council Member Mueller commented she did not want to see loitering in front of this building and questioned how Mr. Chopra would address this concern. Mr. Chopra explained his property would have cameras at the front of the building to assist with addressing this issue. Council Member Meehlhause inquired why Mounds View was being considered for another liquor store versus a larger community. Mr. Chopra understood Mounds View already had three liquor stores, but believed this was a good market and location. Mayor Flaherty explained the Council had made requests of the applicant in order for his request to be considered. He stated there was nothing in the City’s zoning law that would prevent a liquor store from being located on this property. He discussed the history of this site and stated he wanted to see this vacant property put to use. He was not convinced that having a liquor store adjacent to a neighborhood would be a concern, given the current location of Vino & Stogies and Mounds View City Council May 23, 2016 Regular Meeting Page 4 Big Top Liquor. He was more concerned about the property having a tenant and that all rules of the City be followed. It was his hope that Mr. Chopra would be a good neighbor. Council Member Mueller commented if the taxes were paid in full and the fire inspection was satisfactory, the Council would have to offer their support for this request. While she had serious doubts on if the market could support four liquor stores, she noted she would be supporting the liquor license request. MOTION/SECOND: Mueller/Flaherty. To Waive the Reading and Adopt Resolution 8580, a Resolution to Consider an Off-Sale Intoxicating Liquor License for Keshav Enterprises, Inc., to operate a Liquor Store located at 2408 County Road I, contingent upon the City receiving a certificate of liquor liability insurance from the applicant and a satisfactory fire inspection. Council Member Meehlhause stated he had concerns with how successful another liquor store would be in the City, or if this new store would hurt an existing business. However, this was to be determined by the free market. He explained that because the property owner had paid his taxes in full, the Council had no reason to deny the request. Council Member Gunn concurred. She encouraged the property owner to upgrade the outside of the building as it was an eyesore and requested the business owner to keep his property free of debris. Mayor Flaherty thanked the neighbors for attending the Council meeting and for voicing their concerns. He stated if he lived in this neighborhood he would want to see a business operating out of the building versus having the site being further blighted. Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. Mr. Kromley requested the garbage on the site be better managed. Mayor Flaherty believed this would be addressed by the new business owner. B. 7:00 p.m. Public Hearing to Consider Resolution 8577 Adopting a Special Assessment for a Private Water Line Repair. Finance Director Beer stated the property at 2145 Highway Avenue had a water leak in their service line. He explained this business was responsible for the repair as it was between the main and the business. It was noted that if the repair was not made, the street would have been undermined. Staff recommended the Council hold a public hearing and adopt a special assessment for the private water line repair. Mayor Flaherty opened the public hearing at 7:31 p.m. Hearing no public input, Mayor Flaherty closed the public hearing at 7:31 p.m. MOTION/SECOND: Hull/Gunn. To Waive the Reading and Adopt Resolution 8577 Adopting Mounds View City Council May 23, 2016 Regular Meeting Page 5 a Special Assessment for a Private Water Line Repair. Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. C. 7:00 p.m. Public Hearing, to Consider Resolution 8578 Adopting Special Assessments for Unpaid Abatement Charges, Administrative Offense Charges, and Diseased Tree Charges. Finance Director Beer requested the Council approve a Resolution that would adopt special assessments for unpaid abatement charges, administrative offense charges and diseased tree charges. He explained a 30-day notice letter was sent to all impacted by these special assessments. Mayor Flaherty opened the public hearing at 7:33 p.m. Hearing no public input, Mayor Flaherty closed the public hearing at 7:33 p.m. Mayor Flaherty asked how much time has elapsed from the first notification to this meeting. Finance Director Beer reported the diseased trees were removed last November and invoices were sent in December of 2015. He explained the abatement charges and administrative offenses were from last December as well. MOTION/SECOND: Mueller/Meehlhause. To Waive the Reading and Adopt Resolution 8578 Adopting a Special Assessments for Unpaid Abatement Charges, Administrative Offense Charges, and Diseased Tree Charges. Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. D. 7:00 p.m. Public Hearing to Consider Second Reading and Adoption of Ordinance 917, an Ordinance Revising Title 1100 of the Mounds View City Code Regarding Carports and Accessory Uses (ROLL CALL VOTE). Planner Sevald requested the Council consider a Zoning Code Amendment that would revise Title 1100 of the Mounds View City Code regarding carports and accessory uses. He explained the Planning Commission reviewed this item at their May 18th meeting and recommended approval. Mayor Flaherty opened the public hearing at 7:37 p.m. Hearing no public input, Mayor Flaherty closed the public hearing at 7:37 p.m. Mayor Flaherty requested further comment on the discussion held by the Planning Commission regarding this matter. Planner Sevald explained the Planning Commission mainly discussed the location, roof pitch and appearance of carports. Mounds View City Council May 23, 2016 Regular Meeting Page 6 MOTION/SECOND: Mueller/Meehlhause. To Waive the Second Reading and Adopt Ordinance 917, an Ordinance Revising Title 1100 of the Mounds View City Code Regarding Carports and Accessory Uses. Council Member Meehlhause thanked Planner Sevald and the Planning Commission for their work on this item. ROLL CALL: Gunn/Hull/Meehlhause/Mueller/ Flaherty. Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. E. 7:00 p.m. Public Hearing to Consider Resolution 8582, a Resolution to Consider a Conditional Use Permit for a Dynamic Display Sign for Messiah Lutheran Church located at 2848 County Road H2. Planner Sevald stated Messiah Lutheran Church would like to replace their existing 8’ x 4’ ground sign at the corner of County Road H2 and Knollwood Drive with an 8’ x 5’ multi-colored dynamic display sign at the same location. It was noted the existing sign encroaches into the 30’ sight triangle, and is therefore a non-conforming structure. He reported dynamic display signs were limited to amber coloring in residential neighborhoods. Staff reviewed the request in further detail and explained the Planning Commission recommended approval of the Conditional Use Permit as requested. He explained the Planning Commission tabled action on the variance request for the color sign and directed staff to draft an Ordinance amendment that would allow full color signs at institutional uses, churches and schools within a residential area. Mayor Flaherty opened the public hearing at 7:44 p.m. Hearing no public input, Mayor Flaherty closed the public hearing at 7:44 p.m. Council Member Mueller thanked staff for the thorough report. She understood the brightness of the sign would be limited for day and night time hours. She stated because no residents came forward offering opposition to the proposed sign, she would support the full color dynamic display sign. Council Member Gunn asked if the applicant was aware the sign could not flash and move. Planner Sevald reported the applicant was aware of this requirement. Mayor Flaherty indicated he met with Pastor Klaus and discussed the sign request. He questioned if it was necessary to complete a code amendment. City Administrator Ericson reported this would be required if the Council supported allowing a full-color dynamic display sign in the R-1 district for the church. MOTION/SECOND: Meehlhause/Mueller. To Waive the Reading and Adopt Resolution 8582, a Resolution to Consider a Conditional Use Permit for a Dynamic Display Sign for Messiah Lutheran Church located at 2848 County Road H2. Mounds View City Council May 23, 2016 Regular Meeting Page 7 Council Member Meehlhause commented on the discussion held by the Planning Commission at their May 18th meeting. He explained after much discussion, the Commission wanted to see the Ordinance amended versus granting a variance. Council Member Mueller believed that because the sign would be located at an intersection with a four way stop there was less concern for her regarding the line of sight. Council Member Meehlhause recommended the Council direct staff to proceed with the Ordinance change. The Council consensus was to direct staff to move forward with the Ordinance amendment to allow full-color dynamic display signs in the R-1 zoning district for churches and schools. Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. F. Continued Public Hearing: Resolution 8568, a Resolution to Consider an On- Sale Intoxicating Liquor License for Moe’s located at 2400 County Road 10. Assistant City Administrator Crane stated at the May 9th City Council meeting this matter was introduced and continued to May 23rd. The consensus of the Council on May 9th was to charge Moe’s a 20% license late fee in accordance with the 2016 fee schedule. Since that time Moe’s owners have submitted all necessary paperwork, materials and fees. She noted all utility bills have been paid in full including late fees. Staff recommended the Council hold a public hearing, take comments from the public and approve the on-sale intoxicating liquor license for Moe’s, contingent upon a satisfactory fire inspection. Mayor Flaherty explained the public hearing was still open for comment. Hearing no public input, Mayor Flaherty closed the public hearing at 7:55 p.m. MOTION/SECOND: Gunn/Hull. To Waive the Reading and Adopt Resolution 8568, a Resolution to Consider an On-Sale Intoxicating Liquor License for Moe’s located at 2400 County Road 10, contingent upon a satisfactory fire inspection. Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. G. Second Reading and Adoption of Ordinance 916, an Ordinance Updating Chapter 1006 of the Mounds View City Code Regarding Certificates of Occupancy and Escrows (ROLL CALL VOTE). City Administrator Ericson stated this Ordinance was introduced to the Council at their May 9th meeting. He explained this Ordinance amends Chapter 1006 of the City Code which allows for the charging of escrows when a Certificate of Occupancy was requested and there were still items that had to be completed. He reported this was a very standard practice among communities. Mounds View City Council May 23, 2016 Regular Meeting Page 8 Staff reviewed the Ordinance in further detail and recommended approval. Council Member Mueller asked when staff would have a fee schedule ready for this Ordinance. City Administrator Ericson reported the escrow amounts were included in the fee schedule that was adopted by the Council in November of 2015. MOTION/SECOND: Mueller/Gunn. To Waive the Second Reading and Adopt Ordinance 916, an Ordinance Updating Chapter 1006 of the Mounds View City Code Regarding Certificates of Occupancy and Escrows. ROLL CALL: Gunn/Hull/Meehlhause/Mueller/ Flaherty. Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. H. First Reading and Introduction of Ordinance 915, an Ordinance Amending Chapter 1012 of the Mounds View City Code Regarding the Rental Dwelling License Requirements. City Administrator Ericson requested the Council consider introducing an Ordinance amending Chapter 1012 of the Mounds View City Code regarding rental dwelling license requirements. He discussed how the City had managed rental properties over the years and described the amendments in detail. Staff explained the City Attorney had reviewed the amendment and recommended the Council introduce Ordinance 915. Council Member Mueller thanked staff for reviewing this code so thoroughly. Mayor Flaherty understood there were Mounds View residents that wanted to age in place. He questioned if the proposed code would allow for caregivers to live in a residence. City Administrator Ericson reported Mounds View City Code does allow for up to two boarders to live in a home. MOTION/SECOND: Gunn/Mueller. To Waive the First Reading and Introduce Ordinance 915, an Ordinance Amending Chapter 1012 of the Mounds View City Code Regarding the Rental Dwelling License Requirements. Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. I. First Reading and Introduction of Ordinance 918, an Ordinance Naming that Section of County Road 10 in the City of Mounds View to “Mounds View Boulevard”. City Administrator Ericson requested the Council introduce an Ordinance naming a section of County Road 10 in the City of Mounds View to “Mounds View Boulevard”. Staff discussed the navigational concerns that have arose when this portion of the roadway was renamed County Road 10. He was pleased to report that MnDOT would be replacing the signs. He anticipated Mounds View City Council May 23, 2016 Regular Meeting Page 9 the signs would be replaced in 2018 at the earliest. Staff recommended the Council introduce Ordinance 918. Mayor Flaherty stated this issue has been discussed by the Council for years. He thanked Council Member Meehlhause for his efforts on this matter. Council Member Mueller thanked Council Member Meehlhause and staff for continuing to work on this issue. MOTION/SECOND: Meehlhause/Gunn. To Waive the First Reading and Introducing Ordinance 918, an Ordinance Naming that Section of County Road 10 in the City of Mounds View to “Mounds View Boulevard”. Council Member Mueller requested the map be posted on the City’s website so business owners and residents can see what portion of County Road 10 would be renamed. Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. J. Resolution 8581, Dissolution of the Street and Utilities Commission. Public Works Director Erickson requested the Council consider the dissolution of the Street and Utilities Commission. He explained the work of this group has come to an end as Area I of the project was underway. He thanked the members of the Streets and Utilities Commission for their service to the community. Staff then recommended the Council approve a Resolution dissolving the Streets and Utilities Commission. Council Member Mueller asked if the members of the Streets and Utilities Commission would be formally recognized for their service to the City. Public Works Director Erickson reported all current members would be recognized. Council Member Mueller reported the City was seeking volunteers for the Charter Commission in the event any of these individuals would like to continue serving the community. MOTION/SECOND: Mueller/Hull. To Waive the Reading and Adopt Resolution 8581, Dissolution of the Street and Utilities Commission. Council Member Meehlhause thanked all of the individuals that served on the Street and Utilities Commission over the years. Council Member Gunn also appreciated the members of this Commission and believed they had done the City proud. Mayor Flaherty thanked former Mayor Marty for his forethought and for getting this accomplished on behalf of the City. Mounds View City Council May 23, 2016 Regular Meeting Page 10 Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. K. Resolution 8583, Approving the Uniform State Wide Contract for Cogeneration and Small Power Production Facilities as part of the Energy Savings Partnership (ESP) program for the Community Center and City Hall. Public Works Supervisor Peterson requested the Council approve the uniform State wide contractor for cogeneration and small power production facilities as part of the Energy Savings Partnership (ESP) program for the Community Center and City Hall. He explained this contract would allow the City to hook up its solar panels to Xcel Energy’s power grid. Staff discussed the contract rates in further detail with the Council and recommended approval. Council Member Mueller requested a minor change to the language on the Resolution eliminating the first “further”. She asked how the liability insurance coverage amount was determined. Public Works Supervisor Peterson indicated this amount was determined by Xcel Energy. Mayor Flaherty requested further information on how the solar panels will work. Public Works Supervisor Peterson described how the solar panels will turn sunlight into energy for the Community Center and City Hall. It was noted the energy would either be used by the City or be pushed back out into the grid. MOTION/SECOND: Gunn/Meehlhause. To Waive the Reading and Adopt Resolution 8583, Approving the Uniform State Wide Contract for Cogeneration and Small Power Production Facilities as part of the Energy Savings Partnership (ESP) program for the Community Center and City Hall. Council Member Meehlhause thanked Public Works Supervisor Peterson for all of his efforts on this project. Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. 8. CONSENT AGENDA A. Set a Public Hearing for Monday, June 13, 2016, at 7:00 p.m., to Consider the Second Reading and Adoption of Ordinance 918, an Ordinance naming that Section of County Road 10 in the City of Mounds View to “Mounds View Boulevard”. B. Set a Public Hearing for Monday, June 13, 2016, at 7:00 p.m., to Consider a Residential Kennel License for Meridith Grosse located at 7985 Fairchild Avenue. MOTION/SECOND: Mueller/Hull. To Approve the Consent Agenda as presented. Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. Mounds View City Council May 23, 2016 Regular Meeting Page 11 9. JUST AND CORRECT CLAIMS Finance Director Beer answered the Council's questions related to claims. MOTION/SECOND: Mueller/Meehlhause. To Approve the Just and Correct Claims as presented. Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. 10. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A. April 11, 2016, City Council Meeting Minutes. MOTION/SECOND: Mueller/Hull. To Approve the April 11, 2016, City Council meeting minutes as presented. Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. B. April 25, 2016, City Council Meeting Minutes. Council Member Meehlhause requested a correction on Page 2, Line 3 removing the word provided. Council Member Meehlhause requested a correction on Page 2, Line 21 stating city manager should be changed to city managers. Council Member Meehlhause requested a correction on Page 4, Line 40 removing the word the. Council Member Meehlhause requested a correction on Page 4, Line 45 stating the sentence should read: from where. Council Member Meehlhause requested a correction on Page 5, Line 14 placing a “w” at the end of Mounds View. Council Member Meehlhause requested a correction on Page 12, Line 4 amending this sentence to read: unit that would not have to comply. Council Member Meehlhause requested a correction on Page 12, Line 37 changing be to begin. Council Member Meehlhause requested a correction on Page 13, Line 16 removing the word on. MOTION/SECOND: Meehlhause/Hull. To Approve the April 25, 2016, City Council meeting minutes as corrected. Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. Mounds View City Council May 23, 2016 Regular Meeting Page 12 C. May 9, 2016, City Council Meeting Minutes. Council Member Meehlhause requested a correction on Page 8, Line 16 placing a “w” at the end of Mounds View. Council Member Meehlhause requested a correction on Page 8, Line 32 changing park to parks. MOTION/SECOND: Gunn/Meehlhause. To Approve the May 9, 2016, City Council meeting minutes as corrected. Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. 11. REPORTS A. Reports of Mayor and Council. Council Member Mueller stated the next Festival in the Park Committee meeting would be held on Tuesday, June 21st at City Hall at 7:00 p.m. She encouraged those interested in volunteering to attend this meeting. She provided further comment on the events planned for this year’s Festival. Council Member Mueller reported the League of Minnesota Cities Board approved a 3% increase in member dues for 2017. This information was passed along to the Finance Director to assist the City in budgeting accordingly. Council Member Mueller commented the State Legislature wrapped up their session on Sunday, May 22 nd. She was pleased that the State had taken action on body cameras. She provided further comment the State legislation regarding granny pods. She was disappointed that the legislature could not come together to pass a transportation bill. Council Member Meehlhause discussed the Twin Cities Gateway board meeting he attended last week. He explained the Gateway continues to be in great financial standing. He reviewed the hotel revenues that had been collected in 2016. He commented Twin Cities Gateway was looking to hire an additional staff member to assist with promoting the gateway for sporting events. Council Member Meehlhause explained the United States Postal Service would be unveiling a stamp that honors Halloween at the Anoka City Hall on Thursday, September 29th. Council Member Meehlhause stated he would be joining Public Works Director Erickson and Public Works Supervisor Peterson in touring the Little Canada, White Bear Lake and Vadnais Heights Public Works facilities. Council Member Meehlhause reported he would be attending an NYFS board meeting on Thursday. Mounds View City Council May 23, 2016 Regular Meeting Page 13 Council Member Meehlhause commented on the recent lunch he had with Jerry Hromatka and noted he has been asked to serve as the Chair of the NYFS Board. He reported he accepted this position. Council Member Gunn read a letter in full for the record stating Mounds View would be recognized at the upcoming League of Minnesota Cities Conference as a Step 1 GreenStep City. She believed this was a great honor and she thanked the public works staff for assisting the City in achieving this recognition. She was proud of the fact the City was looking to the future in order to become a more sustainable community. Mayor Flaherty requested staff look into placing Heart Healthy and GreenStep Community signs on the entrance signs in the City of Mounds View. B. Reports of Staff. Finance Director Beer reported his staff continues to work on the 2017 budget. Public Works Director Erickson reported the contractor was completing the punch list for Area H. He explained the final wear course on Groveland and Ardan would be completed on Wednesday. He provided an update on Area I and noted the contractor has been made aware that work must stop at 7:00 p.m. Public Works Director Erickson stated he attended a meeting regarding the I-35W/County Road H intersection. He explained the plan was to remove the bridge the weekend of June 3rd. It was noted the work on this intersection and bridge was slated for completion by August 15th. Mayor Flaherty requested City staff speak with Ramsey County regarding a gateway sign at the County Road H intersection. Council Member Mueller discussed how the businesses along Program Avenue could be reached through the road construction season. Council Member Gunn requested an update on County Road I. Public Works Director Erickson provided the Council with an update on the road construction project for County Road I. Public Works Director Erickson reported he had signed copies of the easements documents for the Silver View Park Trail. The documents were provided to the City Attorney. A round of applause was offered by the Council. 1. Review Research Concerning Accessory Dwelling Units City Administrator Ericson explained a resident was interested in adding an apartment above a garage. Staff reviewed these plans and from a building standpoint the plans were solid. However, City Code only allows one independent dwelling unit per residential lot. He explained Mounds View City Council May 23, 2016 Regular Meeting Page 14 that some communities do allow for accessory dwelling units with conditions. He provided the Council with further information on this matter and asked how the Council wanted to proceed. He indicated this matter could be addressed during the Comprehensive Planning process the Council supported a change. Mayor Flaherty was not in any hurry to modify the City’s current code. He believed the Planning Commission should take a further look at this matter and make a recommendation to the City Council. Council Member Gunn supported the Council pursuing this matter further given the fact many Mounds View residents had aging parents. Council Member Mueller agreed. She was in favor of Roseville’s approach to ADU’s and wanted to see Mounds View investigate this matter further. Council Member Hull believed this issue was a sign of the times and should be considered by the City Council. Council Member Meehlhause concurred. 2. Review Recently Adopted Legislation Regarding Temporary Dwelling Units City Administrator Ericson stated the legislature approved an allowance that would provide people the opportunity to have a temporary dwelling unit on their property for a physically or mentally impaired family member. He discussed the intent behind these dwelling units noting cities would be allowed to opt out if this was considered to be something outside what the City would consistently allow. He reported staff did have some enforcement concerns regarding this issue. Council Member Meehlhause and Council Member Gunn supported the City opting out on this matter. Council Member Mueller believed the City should opt out and focus rather on the accessory dwelling unit. Council Member Gunn agreed. Mayor Flaherty also supported the City opting out on this matter. He feared that the City could lose control of this issue. City Administrator Ericson commented on a State law that could force a property owner to pay for a neighboring fence. He explained the City Council would be responsible for assigning a fence viewer from the City Council members. He indicated the Council could opt out on this matter as well and questioned how the Council wanted to proceed. Mounds View City Council May 23, 2016 Regular Meeting Page 15 The consensus of the Council was to opt out. City Administrator Ericson commented there was a three city joint Council meeting on Tuesday, June 14th at the Blaine City Hall at 6:00 p.m. Budget issues and the ladder truck would be discussed. City Administrator Ericson indicated the employee recognition event would be held on Wednesday, June 8th from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Community Center. He encouraged all Council members to attend. C. Reports of City Attorney. City Attorney Riggs advised the Council on the public works situation with MnDOT, the Silver View Creek Park trail situation, and the Wood Crest Park wetland mitigation situation. 12. Next Council Work Session: Monday, June 6, 2016, at 7:00 p.m. Next Council Meeting: Monday, June 13, 2016, at 7:00 p.m. 13. ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at 9:35 p.m. Transcribed by: Heidi Guenther TimeSaver Off Site Secretarial, Inc.