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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - 1997/05/27~J Page 1 May 27, 1997 Mounds View City Council PROCEEDINGS OF THE CITY COUNCIL CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW RAMSEY COUNTY, NIINNESOTA C7 • Regular Meeting May 27, 1997 Mounds View City Hall 2401 Hwy. 10, Mounds View, MN 55112 ********************************************************************************** CALL TO ORDER The Mounds View City Council was called to order by Mayor McCarty at 7:00 p.m. on May 27, 1997. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor McCarty, Council members Trude, Quick, Koopmeiners and Stigney ALSO PRESENT: Chuck Whiting, Clerk Administrator Pam Sheldon, Community Development Director Jim Ericson, Planning Associate Bob Long, City Attorney ADDTITONS TO THE AGENDA: Mr. Whiting asked that one item be added to the Agenda under Council Business (11)(E) Discussion regarding Demolition Bidding for the Bel Rae project. APPROVAL OF MINUTES• May 12,1997 -City Council Meeting: MOTION/SECOND: Koopmeiners/Trude to Approve tbe Minutes of the May 12, 1997 City Council meeting as presented. VOTE: 5 ayes 0 nays Motion Carried ACCEPTANCE OF ADVISORY COMMISSION MINUTES: Page 2 • May 27, 1997 Mounds View City Council Festival Committee Meeting Minutes-April 22,1997 Cable Committee Meeting Minutes -April 10,1997 MOTION/SECOND: Quick/Stigney to accept the Advisory Commission Minutes as presented. VOTE: 5 ayes 0 nays Motion Cazried ~pECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS: A. Resolution No. 5125, Resolution of Commendation for Patricia Michna, Volunteer to the City. Mayor McCarty read Resolution No. 5125, recognizing Patricia Michna for her volunteer efforts and valuable contribution to the City of Mounds View. MOTION/SECOND: Ttvde/Stigney to approve Resolution No. 5125, Resolution of Commendation for Patricia Michna, Volunteer to the City. VOTE: 5 ayes 0 nays Motion Carried Mayor McCarty presented Ms. Michna with a plaque and thanked her for her contributions. • B. Resolution No. 5126, Resolution of Commendation for Edward Letendre, Volunteer to the City. Mayor McCarty read Resolution No. 5126, recogmzmg Edward Letendre for his dedicated service to the City of Mounds View and his fine contributions to the community. MOTION/SECOND: KoopmeinerslTrude to approve Resolution No. 5126, Resolution of Commendation for Edward Letendre, Volunteer to the City. VOTE: 5 ayes 0 nays Motion Carried Mayor McCarty presented Mr. Letendre with a plaque and extended the Council's appreciation of his service. C. Resolution Na 5129, Resolution of Appreciation for the University of Minnesota Design Center for American Urban Landscape. Ms. Trude read Resolution No. 5129, recognizing the efforts put forth by the University of Minnesota Design Center on the ring road concept for the community. MOTION/SECOND: Quick/Koopmeiners to Approve Resolution No. 5129, Resolution of Appreciation for the University of Minnesota Design Center for American Urban Landscape. VOTE: 5 ayes 0 nays Motion Carried Mayor McCarty took this opportunity to also recognize Pam Sheldon and Cathy Bennett for their contributions with regard to this matter. • D. Proclamation Declaring June 5,1997 Western Bank Day. Page 3 May 27, 1997 Mounds View City Council Mayor McCarty read this proclamation, declaring Western Bank as Business of the Year by the New Brighton/Mounds View Chamber of Commerce. He, on behalf of the city and Council, extended congratulations to Western Bank. CONSENT AGENDA• Mr. Whiting read the Consent Agenda as follows: A. Set a Public Hearing for 7:05 p.m. on Monday, June 23, 1997 to consider a conditional use permit for an oversized garage at 2908 Ardan Avenue. B. Set a Public Hearing for 7:10 p.m. on Monday, June 23, 1997, to consider a conditional use permit for an oversized garage at 7150 Knollwood Drive. C. Set a Public Hearing for 7:15 p.m. on Monday, June 23, 1997 to consider a conditional use permit for an oversized garage at 7765 Spring Lake Road. D. Set a Public Hearing for 7:20 p.m. on Monday, June 23, 1997 to consider a conditional use permit for outdoor sale of produce at Mounds View Square Shopping Center, 2535-2585 Highway 10. E. Approve Just and Correct Claims Against City Funds. F. Approve Set Adjustments for Tim Pittman, Public Works Foreman, and Patrick Toth, Cable TV Technician/Producer. G. Update on Costs Associated with Airport Issues. H. LICENSES FOR APPROVAL: HVAC -Expires 6/30/97 Care Air Conditioning and Heating -Renewal ASPHALT -Expires 6/30/97 Superior Paving Co., Inc. -New GENERAL [Commercial)~rires 6/30197 Home Ala Carte -New Tri-G Service, Inc. -New MOTION/SECOND: Trade/Quick to approve the Consent Agenda as presented. VOTE: 5 ayes 0 nays Motion Carried RESIDENTS REQUESTS AND COMMENTS FROM THE FLOOR: Mayor McCarty noted that this is the period of time for residents to address the Council with comments or concerns on items that are not on the Agenda. i Page 4 • May 27, 1997 Mounds View City Council Chad Harris, 2085 Terrace Drive, stated he purchased his Mounds View home on January 6, 1997. The property was inspected on December 27, 1996 by City Inspector Rick Jerson. Auer having a number of problems with moisture build-up on his roof and leaks, he has been told by various contractors that his roof is not up to code. He has talked with Mr. Jerson in regard to these problems. Mr. Harris stated he would like an official response from the city as to when he can expect this problem to be resolved. He noted that he spoke with the League of MN Cities Representative, Bob Weisbrode, who is doing some research to see if the city is liable. In response to Mr. Harris' comments, Attorney Bob Long explained that there is a statute on the books which holds cities harmless on inspections, due to the fact that inspectors are not always able to spot problems at the time of inspections. He talked with Mr. Fred Drive from the State Department Building Code and Rick Jerson is currently in the process of preparing a corrective letter to the previous owners, based on his re-inspection on May 14, 1997, where he will outline the areas on non-compliance. The corrective order will give the previous owners 30 days to bring the property into compliance or he will be in violation of the code, which is a misdemeanor offense. The city will keep Mr. Harris informed as to the status. There were no Public Hearings scheduled for this meeting. COUNCIL BUSINESS• A. Consideration of Resolution Na 5127, Approving a General Concept Plan to Allow Development of Commercial and Residential Usea at 2704-2740 Highway 10 and 7801 Silver Lake Road B. Consideration of Ordinance No. 599, an ordinance approving a rezoning from B-2 to Planned Unit Development (PUD) for mixed uses for property located southeast of Highway 10/Silver Lake Road intersection (2704-2740 Highway 10 and 7801 Silver Lake Road) N1s. Sheldon, Director of Community Development noted that the Pubic Hearings for these requests were held on May 12, 1997 and this will be the second reading on Ordinance No. 599. She explained that the owners, D. W. Jones, Inc. and Five D Limited, are asking for approval of a rezoning of property from B-2 to PUD for both commercial and residential uses. The type of uses which are included in their proposal are a gas station/conveniencemerket, fast-food restaurant, carwash, sit-down style restaurant, 83 unit senior housing complex and one-story office building. She noted that if the City Council agrees with the general concept plan and layout, they should approve Resolution No. 5127 and then consider the Ordinance change. Ms. Sheldon went through the issues which were outstanding at the time of the council's last meeting in regard to the general concept plan. She explained what the developers have done to satisfy the concerns raised at the last meeting on issues related to the wetlands, traffic, drainage system, underground parking, and the site design and design theme along Highway 10. Ms. Sheldon noted that all of the uses which have been proposed for the site do fit within the city's comprehensive plan and the marketing study that was done . However, in order to allow for this proposed development, rezoning of the property is required. Ms. Sheldon explained that the Urban Designer that they worked with provided some suggestions in regard to • how to pull the site together and provide a better layout. She provided diagrams of the Page 5 • May 27, 1997 Mounds View City Council layout, which provided gentler curves on the service drive. One option could include a reduction in the square footage of one of the office buildings from 5,000 square feet to 4,000 square feet. Mayor McCarty stated rather than reducing the square footage, which also reduces the value of the properly and ultimately the amount of tax dollars collected, he wondered if it would be possible to consider a reduction in parking spaces on an interim basis, until such time as increasing it is deemed necessary. By doing so, the city could maintain a higher market value of the property. Ms. Sheldon noted that the type of use for the office building would certainly dictate the parking required. She believes a parking variance could be requested at the time of development to adjust the parking spaces. One option would be to leave the square footage of the office building at 5,000 and note that the parking requirements would be determined at the time of development. Mayor McCarty suggested that the square footage on the Parce13 office building be changed back to 5,000 square feet so that the city can maintain the option until the parking issue has been resolved. Ms. Sheldon noted that the applicant has also requested that the restaurant site also include offices as a use, which has been included. Mr. Mike Black of Royal Oaks Realty provided the City Council and staff with a packet of information, including an illustration showing the existing parcels and the proposed buildings on the site. He stated he thinks their development will improve the image of the city and requests the council's consideration of the general concept plan of their proposed development. Council member Trade asked why they feel it is necessary to put a gas station, fast foot restaurant, convenience store, etc. together. Mr. Black stated this is where the market is driving them. It basically is geared toward one-stop shopping. MOTION/SECOND: McCarty/Quick to approve Resolution No. 5127, A Resolution Approving a General Concept Plan to Allow Development of Commercial and Residential Uses at 2704-2740 Highway 10 and 7801 Silver Lake Road AS AMENDED. VOTE: 5 ayes 0 nays Motion Carried Ms. Sheldon noted that she had distributed a revised version of Ordinance No. 599, which contained the same language but dropped all of the findings. Attorney Long stated the findings will be included as part of the record, however they are not required to be a part of the ordinance. MOTION/SECOND: McCarty/Quick to waive the reading and approve the adoption of Ordinance 599, An Ordinance Approving aRezoningfrom B-21 to Planned Unit Development (PUD) for Mixed Uses for Property Located Southeast of Highway 10/Silver Lake Road Intersection (2704-2740 Highway 10 and 7801 Silver Lake Road). ROLL CALL VOTE: Mayor McCarty aye Council member Trade aye Page 6 ~i • May 27, 1997 Mounds View City Council Council member Koopmeiners aye Council member Stigney aye Council member Quick aye Motion Carried (5-0) C. Consideration of Ordinance Na 598, an Ordinance Approving a Re-caning from 13-1 and R-2 to Planned Unit Development (PUD) for Commercial Uaee on the O'Neil Property, 2430 Highway 10. Ms. Sheldon noted that a shortened version of Ordinance No. 598 had been prepared and distributed to the Council. The approval of this ordinance would change the zoning of the ONeil property from B-1 and R-2 to Planned Unit Development. This ordinance was introduced at the May 12,1997 meeting. Ms. Sheldon provided a brief update on the ring road proposal and the city's desire to get the intersection signalized. MOTION/SECOND: Koopmeiners/Trude to waive the reading and approve the adoption of Ordinance No. 598, An Ordinance Approving a Re-zoning from B-1 and R-2 to Planned Unit Development (PUD) for Commercial Uses on the ONeil Property, 2430 Highway 10. ROLL CALL VOTE: • Mayor McCarty aye Council member Trude aye Council member Koopmeiners aye Council member Stigney aye Council member Quick aye Motion Carried (5-0) D. Council Authorization of Disposition of Surplus Property. Mr. Whiting explained that he had drafted a proposal of a policy for disposing of surplus property. The policy does not require Council approval, however the Council needs to approve the property up for disposal. He referred to the memo from Mary Saarion, dated May 21, 1997 which was included in the agenda packet. Mayor McCarty noted that the list of surplus property from the Bel Rae included a large restaurant size stainless steel meat slicer and a stainless steel lettuce slicer. He felt these items should be retained in the event that they can be used in the kitchen at the Bel Rae. Council member Stigney asked about the condition of the tables and why the city would dispose of them. Mr. Whiting noted that they are very heavy and in dis-repair. Council member Trude noted that the tables are used at the city's festival and wondered if the Festival Committee should be consulted prior to disposing of them. Perhaps they have an idea as to the number they use and the city could salvage the best ones. She also suggested that some of the ashtrays, etc. be sold at the Festival as Bel Rae memorabilia. MOTION/SECOND: Koopmeiners/Trude to Authorize the Disposition of Surplus Property AS AMENDED (EXCLUDING the meat slicer and the lettuce slicer) and to authorize the staff to consider selling some of the . smaller Bel Rae items as fund raisers for the festival. Page 7 May 27, 1997 Mounds View City Council Council member Stigney asked if the city would want to salvage the electronic coat rack to be used during dances, etc. at the Bel Rae. It was noted that the area where the coat rack is currently located will be converted into a day care room and the council asked Mr. Whiting to look into the feasibility of salvaging the rack for another location. E. Discussion on the Demolition Bidding at the Bel Rae. Mr. Whiting noted that the city accepted bids on a portion of the demolition work at the Bel Rae. He spoke with the Construction Manager who indicated that he received three bids, none of which he feels are satisfactory. They range in price from $29,000 to $159,000. He would like to extend the bidding period a few more days. Attorney Long explained that the city would need to officially rejcet atl bids rather than extend the bid period and then solicit new bids. MOTION/SECOND: Quick/Trude to reject all bids submitted for demolition work at the Bel Rae property. VOTE: 5 ayes 0 nays Motion Carried MOTION/SECOND: Trude/Koopmeiners to authorize staff to proceed with the solicitation of bids for demolition work at the Bel Rae and to authorize the Mayor and Clerk Administrator to accept and enter into a contract with the lowest responsible bidder so that demolition work can proceed. VOTE: 5 ayes 0 nays Motion Carried Mr. Whiting noted that the City of Mounds View has been authorized to receive a grant from tbe Minnesota Department of Children, Families & Learning in an amount not to exceed $375,000 to be used for youth organized construction at the Bel Rae. He thanked Mary Saarion for her efforts in the application process. Mayor McCarty recommended that the City. Council prepare a Letter of Accommodation for Mary Saarion for all her hard work. MOTION/SECOND: KoopmeinerslTrude to prepare a Letter of Accommodation to Mary Saarion for her efforts. VOTE: 5 ayes 0 nays Motion Carried REPORTS• Reggrt of Council members: ~i lg;, No report. K~q~meiners: No report. Sti¢nev: No report. • Ouick: No report. Page 8 May 27, 1997 Mounds View City Council • u Report of Mayor McCarty: Mayor McCarty noted he represented the City Council at the DARE Graduation ceremony at Pinewood Elementary School. He extended congratulations to the 143 5th graders who graduated and appreciation to Officer Tim Brennan and the Mounds View Policy Department. MOTIONlSECOND: McCartylTrude to Approve a Resolution of Congratulations to the DARE Class of 1997 at Pinewood Elementary School and Officer Tim Brennen. VOTE: 5 ayes 0 nays Motion Carried Report of Clerk Administrator: No report. ~e_port of Staff: No report. Report of Attorney: Mr. Long gave a brief update on the status of the Anoka County Airport. Mayor McCarty noted that the next Council Work Session will be held on June 2. 199? at 6:00 p.m. The next Council Meeting is on June 9, 1997 at 7:00 p.m. Mayor McCarty adjourned the meeting at 9:10 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Tamara D. Saeflce Recording Secretary MOUNDS VIEW CITY COUNCIL MEETING ~~ ~7, r~~ I • Please sign ~ ~..~~ ~- ~ ~ r NAME ADDRESS is ~ /~~~ ~ ~v~r~ T 71~~-- ~P ' ~ ~~. .~~l~. .~ ~L~!~- ~ f ~~ ~ ~/lv • 1a~0~T iq~ ~ S~ ~ - L~ _ ~~ f ~~~.~ r- j; t i~iYri. L'l~~'rYIC~ Z7(f~ S~~rwc~~ ~~;(. ~V iVl ~ -'~, ~ ~ fvi ~, ~~ /~ v ~ f'~ ~ T ~ ~ ~ (~?: iLi ('c± 1, ~I ~ ~ i! LZ 7 ( ~ 1 ~~~ ~ ~ •7/1 ~ .... F' -, ~ ~ l~ ~` l 6 ~l ~ ' ~~ N l ~. ,q