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HomeMy WebLinkAboutAgenda Packets - 1989/04/17LEI CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW CITY COUNCIL 0) APRIL 17, 1989 6:00 P.M. - COUNCIL AND DEPARTMENT HEAD GOAL SETTING WORK SESSION 7:00 P.H. AGENDA SESSION 1. Consideration of Staff Memorandum Regarding Correspondence from Tom Kosel, 5449 Erickson Road 2. Consideration of Staff Memorandum Regarding Petition for Children Playing Signs 3. Review Development Proposal and Wetland Alteration Permit with Representative of Everest Development Ltd. for Mounds View Business Park South 4. Consideration of Hardware Maintenance Contract with MaSys Corporation 5. Consideration of Staff Memorandum and Resolution Regarding Purchase of Tax Forfeited Lands 6. Consideration of Staff Memorandum Regarding Partial Payment Request #1 - Automatic Systems Co., Project #88-11 7. Continued Review and Discussion of Proposed Public Works Maintenance Standards 8. Consideration of Staff Memorandum Regarding Cable TV Meeting 9. Consideration of Resolution No. 2468 Proclaiming May 9, 1989 As "Arbor Day" and the Month of May As "Arbor Month" 10. Consideration of Staff Memorandum Regarding Approval on Bid for Surplus Equipment 11. Consideration of Staff Memorandum Regarding Approval for Purchase of Picnic Tables and Benches 12. Consideration of Staff Memorandum Regarding Request for Approval to Hire Seasonal Groundskeepers 13. Consideration of Staff Memorandum Regarding Pipeline Lawsuit Expenses AGENDA PAGE TWO APRIL 17, 1989 14. Consideration of Revised Ordinance No. 460 Amending the Municipal Code of the City of Mounds View By Repealing Chapter 91, Entitled, "Animals" and Adopting a New Chapter 91, Entitled, "Animals" PROCEEDINGS OF THE CITY COUNCIL CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW RAMSEY COUNTY, MINNESOTA I �jI ' I .. r n V Y E u Mounds ViewhCity Hall 2401 Hwy. 10, Mounds view, MN 55112 ----------..-------------------------------••----------------------------- The Mounds View City Council was called to order by 1. Call to Mayor Hankner at 7:00 PM on Monday, March 27, 1989. Order The Pledge of Allegiance was said. MF14BERS PRESENT: Councilmembers Wuori, Quick, Blanchard and Mayor Hankner. ALSO PRESENT: City Attorney Karney, Clerk/Admini- strator Pauley and Public Works Director Minetor. Motion/Second: Wuori/Quick to approve the March 13, 1 mIJ inutes as presented. i 4 ayes 0 nays Duane McCarty, 8060 Long Lake Road, advised the Council the City is beginning to again experience the summer time noise at the airport, and he reviewed the history of ;:he situation. He also read a portion of the Mayor's Message of September/October 1983. He stated the Anoka County carport is now listed as a reliever airport, which he has worked very hard against. He stated he voted against the capital improvement plan for the airport, and while he does not feel there is anything the Council can do, he would suggest they take a strong stand at this time. Mr. McCarty also i,ited David Kelso is leaving the MPCA for another civision, which will be a loss. He added that he was speaking as a resident. Mr. N.cCarty requested copies of the letters received in response to the last Mayor's Message, asking for letters from the residents concerning their support for the library. 1. Mayor Hankner clarified that she had not asked for letters in support of the library but rather feedback of any type. She stated it was the Council's original idea to present it to the Ramsey County Board formally, 2. Pledge of Alleqiance 3. Roll Call 4. Approval of Minutes: March 1.3, 1989 Motion Carried 5. Residents Requests and Commencs from the Floor Mounds View City Council March 27, 1981 Regular Meeting Page Two and she has not had an opportunity to discuss it further with the Council. 1 Mr. McCarty stated the letters would be for his personal information only, and he would like all the information he can get. Mayor Hankner stated she would be happy to provide copies once everything is together. Mr. McCarty also explained that concerns had been expressed with the budgeting process with the County Board, and he advis d that close to 91-92% of the County's budget is mandated in one way or another. Alice Frits, 8072 Long Lake Road, stated a plane had come in at tree top level on March 26, and she called to complain, at 726-9411. Mayor Hankner commented that the number should be published again in the newsletter. Mr. McCarty asked the Council to look at the next capital improvement plan from the County and let him know their thoughts. Councilmember Quick clarified that Mr. McCarty would ;e like to hear from residents, especially written com- ments. Manor Hankner closed the regular meeting and opened 6. Public Hearing: the public hearing at 7:17 PM. Ordinance No. Clerk/Admin: ;trator Pauley reviewed the :hanges m:de 460 Amending the Municipal in the proposed ordinance. Code of Mounds View by Amending Mayor Hankner explained this was not listed as a Chapter 91 En - regular item on the agenda, and they want to make titled "Animals" sure everyone is aware of the ordinance and give them ample time to review it and get back to the Council with any thoughts. She stated several weeks ago some residents had appeared before the Council, complaining about dogs in their neighborhood. Mayor Hankner closed the public hearing and reopened the regular meeting at 7:24 PM. Motion/Second: Quick/Blanchard to direct Staff to p a—i ce proposed Ordinance No. 460 on the next two regular agendas. 4 ayes 0 nays Motion Carr March 27, 1989 Mounds View City Council page Three Regular Meeting ----------------- ------------------- -- Motion/Second: Quick/Wuori to approve the consent 7. Approval of el as presented and waive the reading of the Consent resolutions. Agenda Motion Carried 4 ayes 0 nays Clerk/Administrator Pauley read the items on the consent agenda. Clerk/Administrator Pau'-ey explained that proposed 8. Second Reading ordinance No. 464 will fulfill the agreement with and Adoption SYSCO concerning their property, by rezoning from of OrdinanceNo, 464 I-1 and B-3 to PUD zoning. motion/Second: Wuori/Blanchard to approve the second reading and adoption of Ordinance No. 464, amending the Municipal Code of Mounds View by amending Chapter. 41 entitled "Specific Rezonings", and waive the reading. Councilmember Wuori - aye Councilmember Quick - aye Councilmember Blanchard - aye Motion Carried Mayor Hankner - aye Motion/Second: Quick/Wuori to approve the second 9. Second Reading dAoption and readin— g nd adoption of Ordinance No. 465, amending V}ew by amending of Ordinance the Municipal Code of Mounds and waive 465 No.the Chapter 41 entitled "Specific Rezonings" reading. Councilmember Wuori - aye Councilmember Quick - aye Councilmember Blanchard - aye Motion Carried mayor Hankner - aye Clerk/Administrator Pauley explained Ordinance No. 465 rezones 43 acres of wetland from I-1 to PF, for the SYSCO plat. Motion/Second: Quick/Hankner to approve the second 10. and SecondReading rea ing an adcption of ordinance No. 463, amending of Ordinance ption the Municipal Code of Mounds View by amending Chapter 48 entitled "Wetland Zoning ordinance", and No. 463 waive the reading. Councilmember Wuori - aye Councilmember Quick - aye Councilmember Blanchard - aye Motion Carried Mayor Hankner - aye Mounds View City Council Regular Meeting March 27, 1989 --------------- Page Four ------------------ Clerk/Administrator Pauley explained the ordinance redelineates the wetland boundry for Wetland No. 1-23. Clerk/Administrator Pauley explained proposed Resolution No. 2463 would amend the tax increment 11. Consideration financing plan for the SYSCO development to allow of Resolution any surplus funds to be used for possible construc- tion of a well, water tower and water treatment plant. Motion/Second: Wuori/Quick to approve Resolution No. 2463, approving Modification No. 1 to Tax Increment Financing District No. 3 located within the Municipal Development District No. 3; and approving and adopting the tax increment financing plan relating thereto, and waive the reading. 4 ayes 0 nays Motion Carried Motion/Second: Blanchard/Wuori to approve Resolu- tion No. 2465, ratifying the appointment of election 12. Consideration judges for the special election for the vacancyof Resolution the City Council, and waive the reading. on No. 2465 4ayes 0nas y Motion Carr' Councilmember Quick noted the election would be held at the Bel Rae Ballroom. Clerk/Administrator Pauley stated the original can- didate chosen bl, the .interview panel had taken another Offer, and as a*result, the alternate candidate was contacted. He explained there were no other acceptable candidates, and if the Council chose not to approve the hiring of is. Hren, they would have to readvertise the Position. Councilmember Wuori stated she felt the candidate was qualified for the position. Motion/e a HSecond: Wuori/Blanchard to approve the hiring ic o Mren as City Planner, at a starting salary of $28,000 per year with $1,000 per year increases at 3 and 6 months, a cost of living increase at the end of 1989 and a $1,000 per year wage increase after 12 months of employment, assuming acceptable performance. 4 ayes 0 nays 13. Consideration of Staff Memo Concerning City Planner Motion Carried Mounds view City Council Regular Meeting March 27, 1989 Page Five Mayor Hankner reported she had received a call from 14. Discussion of the editor of the New Brighton Bulletin concerning an Evaluation the change in the City's official newspaper. She of the City's stated the Council should set up criteria for Official evaluating the newspaper used, and also to be able Newspaper to tell the newspapers what the City wants. Concerns expressed by the Council included timeliness of the news that is printed, availability to the citizens, i.e., circulation, accuracy of the articles, and equal front page space. Mayor Hankner suggested putting something in the newsletter asking people if they get the newspaper. Councilmember Quick suggested Staff could monitor the articles for accuracy. Glenda Mitzell, 2458 County Road I, suggested putting a ballot in the City newsletter, letting people vote on what they would prefer. She also questioned if there was a charge for having public notices published. Clerk/Administrator Pauley replied the City spends a few thousand dollars a year in fees for public notices. Motion/Second: Hankner/Quick to direct Staff to devel p an evaluation measure of the designated newsp per, to include timeliness, availability to the citizens, and survey 25 households per quarter, and notices in newsletters, accuracy of the articles, and equal front page space. 4 ayes 0 nays Attorney Karney had no report. Public Works Director Minetor explained that due to miscommunication with SEH on the zoning map, they did not realize the extent of the work the Ci..y would like done in updating its map, and the estimate now is 10 working days and $5,000, which is considerably more than was originally plar..ied. 4EH has proposed two options, one being an overlay to go over the existing map, or a manual update. The cost difference is $900 and 2 days versus $5,000 and 10 days. Pe advised 'f the City could wait until the storm water manage, at plan base map is done, the address update could b_ done at the same time. Motion Carried 15. Report of Attorney 16. Report of Staff Members Mounds View City Council March 27, 1989 Regular Meeting Page Six Public Works Director Minetor stated they will be receiving the Ardan Avenue drainage plan from SEH on be on the 509 plan also, April 3 and will reporting at the agenda session. It was decided to have Public Works Director Minetor and highlight the provide copies of the current map in for the City Council and Planning areas question, Commission to use in their joint meetings until the be updated base map is "'.ilable. 12 copies will needed on Public works Director Minetor reported a number of flooding in yards, calls had been received concerning information will be needed in doing ;he 509 and that plan. He stated that ally resident with a problem Pump should let the City know. He added the City will He they a yard if it is a threat to the home. stated sent to the City. would also like photos taken and Mayor Hankner requested Public Works Director Minetor Drive north to check with the houses on Pleasant View flooding problems, as they of Highway 10, concerning had stated last year that the City would look into it. Public Works Director Minetor reported the public of works software should be delivered by the end be fully functional within the this week and should next two weeks. 17. Reports of Councilmember Wuori had no report. CounciLmembers: Councilmember Wuori Councilmember Councilmember Quick had no report. Quick Councilmember Coun^.ilmember Blanchard had no report. Blanchard Mayor Hankner reported a request should be expected in Mayor Hankner at a later date from the Youth Service Bureau, funds the City has � •ailable conjunction with the and is using for the speaker on recycling a,`. Sunnyside. Councilmember Wuori reported that Pinewood is attempt- ing to coordinate this with Sunnyside and do their recycling and have the speaker at the same program on time. Mayor Hankner reported that one member who was recently has decided not to L+% appointed to the Charter Commission serve. Mounds View City Council Regular Meeting arney Karney 4dvised that a copy of the letter •should be sent to the Court, and they should also be asked to appoint someone to that position, using the normal procedures. He stated that anyone who is interested should send a letter to that it isdge thePMoundstView or Ms. Allegro, specifying Y 4 Charter Commission they are interested in. Mayor Hankner reported an invitation was received for the Tree City award to be given on April 12. The Forester will be attending, and anyone else who is interested in going should let her know. Mayor Hankner stated that as a follow-up to the goal setting session betment hweethe havina aopotluckuncil ndinnerrat her heads, Lhey woul Id require setting a house on April 6, which special meeting. in�Motio'atn6eCouncilt a .6 :30 PH at 8046WoodlawnDrive. 4 ayes 0 nays Clerk/Administrator Pauley asked authorization to advertise for a receptionist for City Hall. ItHo totadvseforCthe receptionistoposition. Staff 4 ayes 0 nays Mayor Hankner adjourned the: meeting at 8:06 PM. March 27, 1989 Page Seven Mo-Uon Carried 18. Report of Clerk/ Administrator Motion Carried 19. Adjournment MEMO To: MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL FROM: CLERK-.1DMINISTRATOR DATE: APRIL 10, 1989 SUBJECT: CORRESPONDENCE FROM TOM L. KOBEL, 5449 ERICKSON ROAD As you may recall, you recently received a letter from Mr. Thomas L. Kosel, 5449 Erickson Road, copy attached, regarding a pit that Mr. Kosel maintained on his property for purposes of disposing of household, organic material. Mr. Kosel indicates in his letter that this pit is his "compost heap". On March 28th the City received a telephone call from one of Mr. Kosel's neighbors, who refused to identify themself, adivising us of the fact that Mr. Kosel was disposing of "garbage" in a hole on his property. The Community Service Officer was instructed to inspect Mr. Kosel's property and determine :hcthar or auL disposal of garbage as defined by Chapter 104.01, (1) of the Municipal Code, copy attached, was occurring on his property in violation of Chapter 104 Our Community Service Officer, upon. inspecting Mr. Kosel's property, determined that disposal of garbage was occurring in a manner described by Mr. Kesel and directed that the pit be filled as described in his letter. Had Mr. Kosel been maintaining what is an accepted "compost pile", the difficulty Mr. Kosel had with the City would not have occurred. I am attaching a copy of a brochure on composting provided by the University of Minnesota Extension Service. This brochure describes the accepted methods for composting and clearly contradicts Mr. Kosel's assertions that his "pit" is a compost heap. The saliant points in this brochure states that composting is a microbioprocess that converts plant materials such as grass clippings and leaves to compost through aeration of the materials being composted. Mr. Kosel's compost heap was a pi_ dug in the ground with a cover prohibiting the aeration process from occurring and apparently and did not contain any yard waste. The brochure also indicates that some household wastes such as coffee grounds, egg shells and vegetable greens are acceptable additions to a compost system. Mr. Kosel was disposing of all organic household wastes, the majority of which are not acceptable compost material. Mr. Kosel does raise an appropriate point in that he suggests that the City Code should be addressing the issue Of composting. Should the Col'i be changed to clarify what is an acceptable composting practice as compared to Mr. Kesel's practice would avoid any future conflicts. Staff would reco,-,mend Council authorization to correspond MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL PAGE TWO APRIL 10, 1989 with Mr. Kosel providing him with a copy of the University of Minnesota brochure and advising him on the acceptable practices for composting. Also, staff would recommend Council authorization to prepare an appropriate amendment to Chapter 104 of the Municipal Code which would address allowing acceptable composing practices within the City of Mounds View. DFP%MJS Attachments: ) March 31, 1989 R0 4A S8 Tom L. Kosel 5449 Erickson Road Moundsview, pQ1 55112 Mayor Sue Hankner (612) 786-5136 City of Moundsview 2401 Highway 10 A Mounds View, 1v 55112 I Dear Mayor, I am writing this letter t let you a intcresting incidont tU that occurred on March 29, 1989. On this day, I had an inte_esting conversation with the Community service police Officers in the city of Moundsview. I have related the incident below, and have also enclosed a copy of the city ordinance that they gave me. On March 29, 1989 two community service officers came to the door Of my home and asked to speak to the homeowner. I said that was me. They said that they were here to talk to me about my compost heap. They handed me the enclosed ordnance and said that I was in violation of section 104.02. They gave me one week to fill in the compost hole that I have in my back yard. Let me explain what the compost heap I ;lave ,s. I dug s hole about five feet deep and two feet in diameter in my tack yard. T built a 3/4 inch plywood cover supported by a two by four redwood frame. This cover is dug into the ground so that it fits flue' with the top of the ground. The sod grows right up against the edge of the wood. There is a hinged door in the top of this cover that is about nine inches square. This cover is in my estimation fly proof and animal proof. I have disposed of organic kitchen debris in this compost hole for approximately nine years. In this time period, I have never had an animal dig for the decomposing matter inside the hole, nor. have I seen any evidence of insect activity in the compost hole. (The lid prevents this.) I do not dispose of inorganic matter in this area. The matter in the compost hole decomposes and settles. I am a sorewhat confused by this action of the community service officers, as I was under the 'mpression that it was goal to ccmpo;;t organic matter in this way. I could understand if the material created an eyesore or gave off a lot of odor, but the construction of my compost area allows neither. I have filled it in as the officers told me I would be fined if I did not do so within one week. However, I have left the cover in Place in case I need to show anyone the construction of this composting area. I thought that a city who is concerned with public issues and environmental issues would be interested in this matter. If you would like to talk to me about this in greater detail, please feel free to call me or visit to see the whole story. I find it hard to believe that in this day and age when we should be concerned with environmental issues such as recycling, landfill usage, etc., a city would have an ordinance prohibiting the usage of a composting area for organic food/kitchen debris. Incidentally, I do not compost this material because I do not have a garbage service. I recycle metal, paper and glass but I still have a garbage service to dispose of non -recyclable plastics paper, etc. I will just have to put the organic matter from my kitchen into the normal garbage from now on. This strikes me as being a waste. This also brings up another subject. I do not like to throw organic wastes into the garbage can as it creates such an odor in one weeks time. My wife wants = tc get a garbage disposal like hundreds of other families have to dispose of this vegetable matter. That a wanie of xasoarcas! I could be composting this matter a no cost to anyone and with a minimum of environmental impact. Instead I will be washing it into the Mississippi river! Seems like a waste doesn't it? Notice that the ordinance states in section 104.02 that it is unlawful to fail to dispose of garbage and rubbish (definitions at top of page) in a sanitary manner. I feel that the way I was disposing of this is very sanitary. The community service officer informed that in his opinion, it was not. Who decides what is sanitary and what is not? If there is a proven health hazard to the method thct I used to dispose of compostable matter, I would be the last one to try to continue to do this. However, I would be willing to bet there is more of a health hazard in my neighbors yard than in my compost heap. (My neighbor rarely cleans up after her dog.) I think that the ordinance either needs to be changicd to allow composting of this organic matter, or expanded on to include a specific deTiniti.on of what "disposal in a sanitary manner" actually is. I have sent a letter similar to this one to the Minnesota Public Interest Research Interest Group as well, since they often .,ork on Environmentally related issues as well. Copies have also been sent to all city council members. Thanks for taking the time to read this letter, and let me know if I can give you some additional information. I am expecting some response from you. Sincerely, Tom L. Kosel 104.01 CHAPTER 104 Y 10 GARBAGE AND RUBBISH 104.01 Defin_ i� organic ( "Garbage" as upYe arationrein soflfoodcandedecayed and refuse re sulting from p spoiled food from any source. (2) "Rubbish" as used hereiass, paper, ashes? and i shall include all inorganic refuse matter, such as tin cans, g sweepings It or corporation to fail 104.02 Failure to Dersone of Garb a and Rubbish. shall be unlawful er any p or which may to dispose of garbage and rubbish which may be or them' in a on property owned or occupied by rovision for and accumulate up P enaities imposed sanitary manner. Failure or be subjectttomthe P+ r .�Of secure such disYos.. - to make use of the sc-v"notifying in 104.10. Persons desiring do so by licensed garbage and rubbispaying therfeeatherefor, one of said collectors and paying g household or occupant of any 104.03 Garba a Cans. Every lace of dwelling house, carding house, restaurawho doesynot otherwise business, having garbage to dispose of, of such garbage in a sanitary 4aterproofer, provide for the disposaltight %sanit manner shall. provide himself with one or all garbage in a sanitary Each containers sufficient to receive all 4 gallons, which may accumulate between the f not to exceed t80n9 container shall have a capacity unction with multiple iner except where dumpsters are used in conj dwelling units, commercial or industriacoversandEshall be ch maintain shall be provided with a tight fitting revent, leakage - in a state of repair which will P ed in a Cleaned and keptined surplus water and wlaood is said All garbage shall he dYevent leakage before it is p manner sufficient to p containers. ll t e front uilding line the width Of the 104.04 Location of Garba a Cans. Garbage colacement ofa be kept at a point behon property, except that on scheduled collection day! P oY od garbagethe twelve hour p-- containers at curbside or on the boulevard far collection by a licensed havlofrcollectionauntildtwelve hours after said prior to the day collection, and shall be accessible to collectors at all reasonab e times. ny cation to colleat garbage without having 104.05 License Fe u�• It shall be unlawful or a person, firm or corpo alit a license to do so. first secured from the Municip I 104.06 firm or corporati 4.06 on desiring0a licenseltoacoonect garbageoshall make application for the same to the Clerk -Administrator upon a form prescribed by the Council. The applicant shall set forth the following: (1) The name and address of the applicant. (2) A list of the equipment which he proposes to use in such collection. (3) The place or places to which the garbage is to be heuled. (4) The manner in which said garbage is to be disposed of.. (5) The portion of the Mulicipa)tty _"which said collections are to be made. Said application together with a Certificate of Insurance from applicant's liability insurance carrier providing for coverages of $250,000/$500,000 for bodily injury and $50,000 for property damage, shall be submitted to Police Chief for his investigation and report. If he finds that the applicant is responsible and has proper insurance coverage and equipment for such collection and that no nuisance is liable to be created by the granting of said license, he shall endorse! his approval upon the application. Before any license may be issued fl- the applicant shall pay to the Clerk -Administrator a license fee to be established by resolution of the City Council, which shall accompany the application. No license issued hereunder shall be for a longer period than one year and all licenses shall expire on April 1 of each year. 104.07 Garba a Truck. Each licensed garbage collector shall provide a r_overe garbage truck, so constructed that the contents will not leak or spill r.herafrom, in which all garbage collected by him shall be conveyed to the place designated in his application, The truck used shall be kept clean and as free from offensive odors as possible and shall not: be allowed to stand in any street, alley, or public place longer than is reasonably necessary to collect garbage. 104.08 Hours. No collection of garbage or rubbish shall be made except ewer the hours of 6:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. The expense of garbage collection shall be grid to the collector by the owner, agent, occupant or tenant of the premises from which saiG garbage is collected, and such fee shall be full compensation for his services of collection. V It 1 Minnesota Extens1 Univ pity of Mt n S r4 � - - y . _ ... 1 l.- za o idf6ot !rvicec pirtment, r. $C!ence COMPOSTING AND MULCHING: A GUIDE TO MANAGING ORGANi-C YARD WASTES Composting is a microbial process that converts plant mate- rials such as grass clippings and leaves to a usable organic soil amendment or mulch. Gardeners have used compost for centuries to increase soil organic marter and supply some of the essential nutrients for plant growth. Mulching refers to the practice of applying a substance such as compost or grass clippings to the soil surface with the purpose of modifying soil temperature and moisture as well as controlling weeds and soil erosion. With the ban on outdoor burning and with laws which soon will lirnitdumping atleaves and grass clippings into landfills, composting and mulching have become attractive alterna- tives for managing yard waste and recycling natural materi- als. Grass clippings and leaves can be hauled to city composting areas as one means of disposal. However, many homeowners may find it more convenient and economical to compost these materials in their own backyards. In either case, the finished compost can be used as a mulch or as a soil amendment to improve most garden soils. This bulletin should help you learn how to build and maintain a compost pile as well as how to use the compost in the yard and gar- den. Why Compost? Composting is an efficient method of breaking down organic materials into an end product that is beneficial to the soil and growing plants. Adding undecomposed materials directly to the soil without first composting may initially have some un- desirable effects. For example, if large quantities of uncom- posted leaves are incorporated into the soil, microbes will compete with plant roots for soil nitrogen during leaf decom- position. This competition for nitrogen can result in nitrogen deficiency and poor plant growth. Adding composted mate- rial reduces the competition for nitrogen. Another benefit of composted material is that it is much easier to handle and mix with soil than uncomposted material. Furthermore, im- provement of soil physical properties, such as infiltration, drainage, and water holding capacity, will usually be faster if composted materials are added. Requirements for Efficient Decomposition Decomposition of organic material in the compost pile is de- pendent on maintaining microbial activity. Any factor which slows or halts microbial growth will also impede the com- posting process. Efficient deromposition will occur if the fol- lowing factors are used to fullest advantage. Aeration: Oxygen is required for microbes to efficiently de. compose the organic wastes. Some decomposition will oc- cur in the absence of oxygen (anaerobic conditions); however, the process is slow and foul odors may develop. Mixing the pile once or twice a month will provide the neces- sary oxygen and significantly hasten the composting pro- cess. A pile that is not mixed may take three to four times longer before it can be used. A well mixed compost pile will also reach higher temperatures which will help destroy weed seeds and pathogens. Moisture: Adequate moisture is essential for microbial activ- ity. A dry compost will not decompose efficiently. If rainfall is limited, it will be necessary to water the pile periodically to maintain a steady decomposition rate. Enough water should be added to completely moisten the pile, but overwatering should be avoided. Excess water can lead to anaerobic con- ditions which slow down the degradation process and cause foul odors. Water the pile so that it is damp, but does not re- main soggy. Particle size: The smaller the size of organic wastes, the faster the compost w!II be ready for use. 5maller par•icles have much more surface area that can be attacked by mi- crobes. A shredder can be used beforeputting material in the pile, and is essential if brush or sticks are to be composted. A low cost met%od of reducing the size of fallen tree leaves is to mow the lawn before raking. If the mower has an appropriate bag attachment, the shredded leaves can be collected di- rectly. In addition to speeding up the composting process, shredding will reduce the initial volume of the compost pile. Fertilizer and lime: Microbial activity is affected by the ca' bon to nitrogen ratio of the organiz waste. Because microlr require a certain amount of nitrogen for their owl, metabolism and growth, a shortage of nitrogen will slow down the composting process considerably. Material high in carbon relative to nitrogen such as straw or sawdust will de- compose very slowly unless nitrogen fertilizer is added. Tree leaves are higher in nitrogen than straw or sawdust but de- composition of leaves would still benefit from an addition of nitrogen fertilizer. Grass clippings are generally high in nitro- gen and when mixed properly with leaves will enhance de- composition. Manure or blood meal can be used as organic sources of nitrogen. Otherwise, a fertilizer with a high nitro- gen content should be used. Other nutrients such as phos- phorus and potassium are usually present in adequate amounts for decomposition. During the initial stages of decomposition organic acids are produced and the pH drops. In the past, small amounts of lime have been suggested for maintaining and enhancing microbial activity at this time. However, high rates of lime will convert ammonium -nitrogen to ammonia sas which will lead to the loss of nitrogen from the pile. Research has shown that although lime additions may hasten decomposi- tion, the loss of nitrogen from the pile often offsets the bene- fits of lime (1). in general, lime is not necessary for degradation of most yard wastes. The pH of finished compost is usually slightly alkaline without the addition of lime. In many areas, the water used to moisten the compost pile i• sufficiently alkaline to increase the pH of the compost. large quantites of pine needles or fruit wastes are composteb,.. some additional limc 'nay be necessary. a Materials for Composting Many organic materials are suitable for composting. Yard wasres, such as leaves, grass clippings, straw, and non- woodyplam trimmings can be composted. The dominant or- ganicwaste inmost backyard compost piles is leaves. Grass clippings can be co.posted; however with proper lawn management, clippings do not need lobe removed from the lawn Isee el I. If clippings are used, it is advisable to mix them with other yard wastes. Otherwise, the grass clippings may compact and restrict air flow. Branches, !ogs, and twigs greater than 1/4 inch in diameter should be put through a shredder/chipper first. Kitchen wastes such as vegetable scraps, coffee grounds, and eggshells may also be added. Sawdust maybe added in moderate amounts if additional ni- trogen is applied. Approximately 1 lbof actual nitrogen (6 cups of ammonium nitrate) is required for 100lbs of drysaw- dust. Wood ashes act as a lime source and if used should only be added in small amounts (no more than 1 cup per bushel). Excessive amounts of wood ashes will result in loss of nitro. gen from the pile. Ordinary black and white newspaper can be composted; however, the nitrogen content is low and will consequently slow down the rate of decomposition. It is rec- ommended that newspaper be recycled through appropriate community paper recycling centers rather than through backyard composting. Examples of other organic materials that can be used to add nutrients to the pile include: blood and bone meal, livestock manure, alfalfa hay, and lake plants. Because they may pose a health hazard, or create a nui- sance, certain organic materials should not be used to make compost. Adding human or pet feces cannot be recom- mended because they may transmit diseases. Meat, bones, grease, whole eggs, and dairy products should not be added because they can attrac, rodents to the site. Most plant dis- ease organisms and weed seeds are destroyed during the composting process when temperatures in the center of the pilereach -.50'-1607. However, in most compost piles, it is impossible to mix efficiently enough to bring all wastes to the center. Consequently, adding large amounts of weeds with seeds or diseased plants may create problems if the compost is used in the garden. Although plants that have been treated with herbicides or Pesticides should be avoided for composting, small amounts of herbicide -treated plants (e.g., grass clippings) may be mixed in the pile as long as you are careful to allow thorough decomposition. Clippings from lawns recently treated with herbicides should be left on the lawn to decompose (see sec- tion on 'Alternatives to Composting Grass Clippings'). Most agrichem ica Is, both pesticides and herbicides, are degraded at varying rates. A list of herbicides commonly used on the home lawn and theirpersistence in soil is provided in Table I (page 5). Even if some treated grass clippings are used, the degradation of these chemicals in a properly maintained compost pile should be at least as fast as that in the .toil. Composting Structures To save space, hasten decomposition, and keep the yard looking neat, it is recommended that the compost pile be contained in some sort of structure. Composting structures can consist of a variety of materials and can be as simple or complex as desired. There are many options available that can be tailored to individual needs. Listed below are a few suggestions for containing the compost. Use of plastic garbage bags is perhaps the simplest way to make compost. The bags are easy to handle, and require minimal maintenance To make compost using this method, '"0 gallon plastic bags should be alternately filled with Plant wastes, fertilizer, and lime. About one tablespoon of a garden fertilizer with a high nitrogen content should be used per bag. Lime (one cup per bag) helps counteract 6e extra acidity caused by anaerobic composting. After filling, add about a quart of water. Close tightly. Set aside for six months to a year. Bags can be set in a basement or heated garage for better decomposition during winter months. Using garbage bags requires no turning or additional water after closing. The main advantage of composting in garbage bags is that ft requires little maintenance; however, because oxygen is limited, the process is slow. A barrel ordrum compostergenerates compost in a relatively short period of time and provides an easy rnechanism for turning (Figure 1). This method requires a barrel of at least 55 gallons with a secure lid. Be sure that the barrel was not used to store toxic chemicals. Paint barrels are a good choice, as 0 v 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 D 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 i 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 D 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Figure 1 the inside already has a protective coating. Drill several rows of 1/2 inch holes over the length of the barrel to allow for air circulation and drainage of excess moisture. Place the barrel up,ight on blocks to allow bottom air circulation, and fill it 3/4 full with organic waste material and about one quarter cup of a high nitrogen -containing fertilizer. If needed, apply water until moist. Every few days, turn the drum on its side and roll it around the yard to mix and aerate the compost. The lid can be removed after turning to allow for air penetra- tion. Ideally, the compost should be ready in two to four months. The barrel composter is an excellent choice for the city dweller with a relatively small yard. For largerquantities of organic waste, bin -type structures are the most practical. As an example, a circular bin can be made by using a length of small -spaced woven wire fencing and holding it together with chain snaps (Figure 1). The bin should be about three to rive feet in diameterand at least four feet high. A stake may be driven in the middle of the bin be- fore adding material to help maintain the shape of the pile and to facilitate adding water. With this design, it is easiest to turn the composting material by simply unsnapping the wire, moving the wire cylindera few feet, and turning [lie compost back into it. A very efficient and durable structure for fast composting is a three -chambered bin (Figure 3). It holds a considerable amount of compost, and allows good air circulation. The three -chambered bin works on an assembly line idea, having three batches of compost in varying stages of decomposition. The compost material is started in the first bin and allowed to heat up for three to five days. Next, it is turned into the middle bin for another four to seven days, while a new batch of ma- terial is started in the first bin. Finally, the material in the mid. dle bin is turned into the last bin as finished or nearly finished compost. To make this structure, it is best to use rot resistant woof such as redwood, wood treated with a preservative such as "cop- per green, "or a combination of wood and metal posts. Un. 4 I 4 — 5' diameter _.J I. S. Figure 2 less the wood is treated or rot resistant, it will decompose within a few years. Each bin should be about five feet by three feet, and about three to rive feet high. Using removable slats in the front offers complete access to the contents for turning. There are many other structures for composting, and no one structure is best. Invent your own, or for a more thorough de. scription of different structures, refer to J.I. Rodale's Cor pfete Book of Composting (3). If you don't want to built structure, there are several commercial composting u available through local garden stores or mail-order cata- logues. Most of these are similar to the barrel composterde- scribed previously and are for the citydweilerwhodesires an easy method to make small amounts of compost quickly. Location The compost Pileshouldbelocatedclosetowhereitwiyardbe used and where it will not interfere withla cations for the pile ctivities in the or offend neighbors. Examples of good include: near the ilerwilll do kitchen, est µhere it or is protectedeen the from and house. The p dryingwinds and in partial sunlight to help heat the pile. The more wind and sun the pile is exposed to, the more water it will need. Preparing the Compost Pile The compost pile should be prepared in layers. This will fa- cilitate PA exam- . d. coning b process is illustrated in Figure 4. ideally, Pic of the layering each pile should be about five feetrass and plant trimmings Organic wastes, such as leaves, g Coa ser ma- •-e putdown in a lay se faster tenin placed ndthe bottom layer. terials will decompo n ni- Thislayershouldbewatered untilmoistbutnoter. s trogen source should be placed on top oet his layer. Use oer ne to two inches of such as ammonium nitrate or ammor. um sulfateitr eatf a rlatl2 of one area. If these hese nitrogen sofOr urces aty n°'• aea I ble. one cuptwen of 10-10.10 fertilizer per 25 square feetof surface area will also 10-1 e.DonotusefertilizerthatcontainsherbicideorPessuffiti- tide. Ctther organic soat urce alfalfarhay enortaet meals G ass g ass clippings. lake plans, other(mater adls, o paced in lave s only rno to three In hes thick.il or completed compost can be About a one inch flayer iertil ter layer O a purpose of adding applied on lop soil is to ensure that the pile is inocu seta should be ts decomposing microbes.The use of soil in a compo i pileyard wastes such as ered Optional. In most cases, org grass clippings or leaves cant slitioniStud es have shown that the surfacetoeffect eecnr^POhasingacompoststarterorin- there is no advantag P oculum. Microbes multiply as rapidly from the soil and/or added organic soil and of r organ c materials are justaseffis already i l sin the waste as those provided by the clan` in decompo B will re - commercial in'of luu me Adding sops such asrpotass um re- duce leaching decomposition. Repeat the sequer,e of leased during e euanic asoil (optional). t to vattereacsectonplleisorpletdremembdng ne The carsbonow long cle- ^will8ake ANONIowilatiooit datbout120 soneededi r rap c stin without nitrogen being tied up. If the UN rapid compo g mess will be considerably slower. ratio is above 50, the p The GN ratiooi common organic yard wastes is provided in Table 2. 0>! 70 MANURE oRGANIC MATERIALS Gnp.lua..wMrdla Flgure 4 Maintaining the Compost Pile decomposition, the To prevent odors and Tit`^?ad a� expo seeds, insect lar- turned occasionally. B temperatures fnstrfe the Pile• vae, and pathogens to lethal Turning may be done by inverting segments of the compost, or by shifting the Pile into another bin. ged.Odors commaytaripile e should be kept moist but not svat.. e a niounts either frolnthe additiopassof exceisiv or fromoverwatering. materials like fruits PP 4s A properly mixed and adequately turned decomposil^g Pile not have objectionable odors. AnaUively ea will retch temperatures of 130° -160°F in the middle. Rea- sons for the pile not heating up may include too small a pile, not enough nitrogen, lack of oxygen, too much moisture, or not enafutuhshoulde pile wher, the ilI.Thwiintroducereirhecerlebegi^s°c°°dub oygenandundecomposedmaterialintothecenterani sequentlyregenerate heating. The compostinBProcessses, sentially complete when mixing no longer produces heat in the pile. small amountsof fresh materials maybe added P ovided that the pile is occasionally turned. Vegetablewentess If eu buried inside the pilld be e to avoid attracting ile instead of material is avail old ct is ompost` to make a new p combining st Pile with a well managed compo • P In about 2 terials undrile left unattendedsand materill be al shredded months. A p may take I not be ready fore se he following s prepared inhe late fallwspring. When he compost is finished, the pile will be about half is original size and have an earthy smell to it. herbicides in Boil (2) Table 1. Persistence of in soil tpngWRY (months) Common Name Trade Names Balan, Balfin 4-B DCPABenefin DCPA Dacthal Betasan, Prefar 4-6 .1 Roundup, KleenuP s tha n I less 1-2 GlyphBensulisa 2,4-D sate 2A•D (Many Formulations) 3-12 MCPP Many Banvelations) Dicamba ,�_ Table 2. Approximate concentration of nitrogen and carbon to nitrogen (C/N)' ratio of various materials used in municipal and backyard composts (4) Nitrogen C/wt/wttlo Material % dry we'isha Grass clippings 2.15 20 Leaves 0.5.1.0 40-80 Sawdust 0.11 511 Wood (pine) 0.07 723 Fruit wastes 1.52 35 Paper 0.25 170 Table scraps - Is *See text for further explanation. Municipal Composting of Yard Wastes If budding your own compost pile is impractical, there are municipal composting sites available in many counties for disposal of leaves and grass clippings. Depending on the lo. cation, leaves only or leaves and grass clippings may be dropped off at the composting sites. Some city compost pro- grams also have curbside pick-up in the fall. Completed compost is also available free of charge from these sites, and some sites have free delivery of quantities over 10 cubic yards. For information on the nearest composting site, con- tact your local county extension agent. In the past there has been some concern about using munici- pal waste compost because of contamination with lead and other trace metals. Possible modes of yard waste contamina- tion may be due to direct exposure of leaves and grass to au- tomobile exhaust or to inclusion of street sweepings (which might contain ;.igh levels of lead from automobile exhaust) in the compost pile. A study at the University of Minnesota (5), characterized elemental composition of yard waste composts from 11 different sites in the seven -county metropolitan area. The mean and ranges of elemental con- centrations in the compost piles over two years are presented in Table 3. There was a wide range in lead values from the r._ Table 3. Chemical Characteristics of Municipal Yaid Waste Composts: Mean of 17 compost sites over 2 years (5) Concentration (dry weight basis) Mean Range Carbon % 19.3 4.4 - 41.4 Nitrogen % 1.26 0.33- 4.2 Carbon/Nitrogen' 17 It - 25 Phosphorus % 0.19 0.05- 0.5 Potassium % 0.39 0.04- 2.71 Calcium % 3.02 0.70- 8.04 Magnesium % 0.54 0.09. 1.34 Iron % 0.25 0.06- 0.31 Aluminum % 0.27 0.06- 0.31 Manganese mg/kg 420 223 -1261 Sodium mpvkg 154 36 - 921 Zinc mg/kg 88 39 - M5 Copper mg/kg 11 3 - 143 Boron mg/kg 41 7 - 141 Lead mg/kg 49 1 - 330 Cadmium mg/kg 0.4 <0.1 - 1.4 Chromium mg/kg 6.3 1.2 - 52.5 Nickel mg/kg 7.3 1.7 - 33.3 pH 7.6 4.5 - 8.3 'Ratio of carbon to nitrogen (See text for further explanation). <means "less than." '•mg/kg=milligrams per kilogram, which is the same as parts per million different sites. The highest concentrations were found in composts produced at sites in the most urban areas. Gener. ally it has been considered safe to use garden produce grown in soils with total lead levels less than 500 mgfkg (parts per million). The lead levels in the yard waste composts are con- siderably less than this suggested fir. ,. Other trace metals such as cadmium, nickel, copper, chromium, and zinc are also present in compost in small quantities. The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency has established maximum con- centrationsof these elements for composts that are applied to soil. The allowable levels in milligrams per kilogram on a dry weight basis are: Cadmium 10 Nickel 100 Copper S00 Chromium 1000 Zinc 1000 Typical concentrations of these elements found in municipal yard waste composts are many times less than the allowable levels. Use of Compost as a Soil Amendment Compost is used as an organic amendment to improve physi- cal, chemical, and biological properties of soils. Adding compost will increase the moisture holding capacity of sandy soil, thereby reducing drought damage to plants. When added to heavy clay soils, compost will improve drainage and aeration, thereby reducing waterlogging dam- age to plants. Compost will increase the abilityof the soil to •^ hold and release essential nutrients. The activity of earth- worms and soil microorganisms beneficial to plant growth will be promoted with compost additions. Other benefits of addingcmnpost include improved seed emergenceand wa- ter infiltration due to a reduction in soil crusting. Over time, yearly additions of compost will create desirable soil structure, makiig the soil much easier to work. For im- proving soil physical properties, add and incorporate 1 - 2 inches of well decomposed compost in the top 6.8 inches of soil. Use the lower rate for sandy soils and the higher rate for clay soils. To a limited extent, compost is a source of nutrients. How- ever, nutrient release from compost is slow and the nutrient content is often too low to supply all the nutrients necessary for plant growth. As noted in Table 3, there is a wide variation in aulrient content of municipal leaf compost. Differences are probably due to several factors including age of the com- post, amount of water added, plant species, and the amount of soil that becomes mixed into the pile during turning. It is usually necessary to supplement compost with some fer- tilizer, particularly nitrogen. If the C/N ratio of the compost is less than 20 to 1, nitrogen will tend to be released rather than tied up (5). For the majority of municipal yard waste com- posts, the UN ratio,, Inss than 20 toI(Table 3:unts of Thus, whine composts may not supply significant especially in the short run, nitrogen tie-up should not be a major concern with most yard waste composts. Approxi-mately 1 cup of ammonium nitrate a 15 lb actual nitrogen) _ v per 3 bushels (100lbs compos0 is required to provide the ad- ditional nitrogen needed by most garden plants. Have your soil tested every few years to determine whether supplemental phosphorus and potassium are required. The PH of most yard waste composts is usually between 7.0 and 8.0.This slightly alkaline pH of compostshould not pose any problems when diluted by mixing into the soil and in fact is beneficial to plants ;rowingon acid soils. Because of the al. kaline pH, yard waste composts do not appearwell suited for use on acid loving plants such as azaleas and blueberries. Use of Compost in Potting Soils Leaf compost can ue used as a component of potting mixes. Generally, no more than one quarter to one third by volume of the potting mix should be compost: over time some of the compost is likely to decompose and the volume of the pot- ting soil will be reduced. In addition, high levels of compost in a mix may cause waterlogging and poor aeration for roots. Although proper composting destroys most weed seeds and disease organisms, some may still survive due to incomplete mixing. To obtain a completely pasteurized leaf compost, it is necessary to heat the material in an oven until the tempera- ture of the center reaches 160-F and is maintained for 30 minutes. Use of Compost as a Mulch Mulches are used in gardens to suppress weeds, reduce soil erosion, modify the soil temperature (cooler in the summer, warmer in the winter), and conserve soil moisture. Yard waste compost makes an ideal mulch for annual and peren- nial garuens. All that needs to be done is to apply a 3.6 inch layer of compost around the base of the plant. Periodically throughout the summer, you may need to add more compost aver the old layers to maintain the heriefits of the mulch. The soil environment beneath the mulch is favorable for promoting earthworms which in turn are valuable It aerat- ing the soil. Organic matter is gradually added to the soil as the mulch decomposes. For annual gardens, the mulch can be worked into the soil at the end of the season to further im- prove soil physical properties. For perennials, it may be ben- eficial to remove the mulch in the spring to allow the soil to thaw out faster. Asdiscussed above, a well decomposed Yard waste compost will nat tie up nitrogen. Therefore, additional nitrogen beyond that recommended for plant growth is un- necessary. If uncomposted or partially composted leaves are used, one tablespoon of a high nitrogen fertilizer should be applied to each bushel of mulch. Alternatives to Composting Grass Clippings The question of whether to collector not to collect grass clip- pings has been around for a long time. However, it is now agreed that as long as the grass is not excessively long and cl ippings de not thickly cover the lawn surface after mowing, there is normally no need to collect the clippings. Aside from reducing the work involved in lawn maintenance, leaving the grass clippings benefits the turf by returning nutrients and organic matter to the soil. if evenly distributed, clippi alien left on the lawn can be equivalent to one fertilizer application per year. In order to keep your lawn looking healthy and to control the amount of clippings generated, several maintenance prac- tices should be followed. It is important that mowing height be properly adjusted. The height of the cut will depend on the turfgrass varieties present in the lawn. and whelher the lawn is in sun, full shade, or comb -nation of both. Lawns in full sun have the greatest potential for quick recovery after mowing and can therefore be cut shorter. Those in the shade need all the available leaf surface possible for photosynthe- sis. Thus, grass in the shade should be cut slightly higher than grass in the sun. Where both conditions are present, an inter. mediate height is recommended. Some suggested mowing heights are listed below: Fine Fescue 1.112 to 2.112 inches Kentucky bluegrassiperennial ryegrass I to 2 inches Kentucky bluegrass: Improved varieties I to 2 inches Common types f- 112 to 2.112 inches Kentucky bfuegrassired fescue I - Ii2 to 2.112 inches Mowing frequency also has a direct impact on the amount of clippings generated. Mowing frequency depends on the cut- ting height selected and how fast the tunagrows rather than on specific time intervals such as once per week, etc. Idea lly, no more than one third of the leaf surface area should be cut at any one time and the clippings should be no longer than one inch. As an example, a lawn with grass three inches tall shou!d be cut to about two inches. Excessive defoliation in a single mowing can make the lawn more prone to stress and disease problems. Be careful not to over -fertilize your lawn. Excessive fertiliza- tion (primarily nitrogen) will cause dense growth and unless the lawn is cut more frequently, the clippings will be slow to reach the soil and decompose. Reducing excessive thatch levels through lawn renovation will improve Infiltration of the grass clippings down to the soil surface. It Is best to mow your lawn when it is dry so clippings will be able to filter down to the soil without clumping. For more information or' —) lawn fertilization and lawn care, contact your local county) extension office. Two types of mowers available to homeowners are reel and rotary. Either will do an acceptable job when sharpened and adjusted properly. Mower blades should always be kept sharp. Dull blades can significantly lengthen the recovery time forregrowth after mowing, and potentially increase vul- nerability to certain diseases and environmental stresses. Ro- tary mowers are now available with a mulcher attachment for the blade. This will reduce the size of the clippings left be. hind and should result in faster decomposition of the grass blades. However, if you aremn :"3 un a regular basis and not removing more than une . u'the grass blades at a time, additional size rerluction is not necessary. If grass growth is excessive it may become necessary to re- move the clippings. In this situation, lawn clippings can be used in the compost pile as described above or they can be used as a mulch in thegarden.lf used as a mulch, care should be taken not toover-apply fresh clippings as they tend to mat down and reduce water penetration. Mixing fresh clippings with compost provides an excellent mulching material. Do not use grass clippings as a mulch if the lawn has recently been treated with herbicides. References I. Reclamation of Municipal Refuse by Composting.1953. University of California, Berkeley. Tech. Bull. No. 9, Series Sanitary Engineering Research Project. 37, 2. Van D±r Puy, D., Characteristics of Herbicides Used in Agronomic Crops. 1985. North Dakota Cooperative Extension Service Bulletin #W-871. 3. Rodale, J.I. The Complete Book of Composting. 1971. Rodale Books, Inc. Emmaus, PA. 4. Poincelot, R.P. Biochemical and Microbiological Aspects of Composting. 1975. Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station Bulletin 754. 5. Schumacher, Nancy, M. DuBois, M. Martindale, C.E. Clapp, J.A.E. Molina. Composition of Yard Waste Composts Pro- duced at Twin Cities Metropolitan Area Centralized Composting Sites. 1987. Soil Series #124, Department of Soil Sci- ence, University of Minnesota. St. Paul, MN. About the Authors Carl Rosen, Extension Soil Scientist, Minnesota Extension Service; Nancy Schumacher, Assistant Scientist, Department of Soil Science, University c`Minnesota; Roberthlugaas, Extension Agent, Hennepin County, Minnesota Extension Service; and Suzanne Proudfoot, Undergraduate Research Assistant, Department of Soil Science, University of Minnesota. This publication was supported by a grant from the Metropolitan Council, 300 M Paul, MN s5101. Metro Square, 71h and Robert Street;, St. Printed on 100% recycled paper. The informationgiven in thispublication is foreducational putposesonly. Reference locommercialpmduesortradenamm is made with the understanding that no discrimination is intended and no endonemesn by [hehlinnesota Extension Service is implied. Issued in furtherance of cooperative extension work in agriculture and home economics, acts of May 8 and lure 30, 014, in coo peration wil Department of Agriculture, Borich, Dean and Director of Minnesota Extension Service. St. Paul, Minnesota SSI08. The Unn'ry ofMines the U.. es including the Minnesota Extension Service, i! committed to the polity [hat all persons shall have equal access to in programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, handicap, age, veteran status, or sexual orientation. 04 MEMO TO: MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL lV,La- FROM: CLERK -ADMINISTRATE DATE: APRIL 11, 1989 SUBJECT: PETITION FOR CHILDREN PLAYING SIGNS Attached please find a petition from residents on St. Stephens Street between County Road I and Oakwood requesting the placement of Children Playing sigr.s. This petition was received by Staff on April 3rd and, since it could not be planed on an agenda for your consideration until the April 17 agenda session, I forwarded a copy to City Engineer Minetor for his review and comment. Attached please find Engineer Minetor's comments and recommendations regarding this petition. I also advised the originator of this petition, Cheryl Baumhoefner, 5532 St. Stephens Street of the fact that the item will be on your April 17th agenda session agenda. Finally, Ms. Baumhoefner indicates in her letter Chief Ramacher has given his total support for this project. In reviewing the petition with Chief Ramacher he advised me that he did indeed speak with Ms. Baumhoefner and advised her of the petitioning process requesting such signs but did not offer, nor has he since given his support, for these signs. Chief Ramacher has further advised me that he endorses the City Engineer's recommendations on this matter. DFP/MJS Attachment: f , Mounds View City Council Mounds View City Hall Mounds View, Nn. Re: Post Ap,. SLOW CHILL 5520-5619. This bl • Request placement Of the block since Dear Council Members: March 30, 1989 s'! srt����3tephen St. in the block between ock is 1. imm a Crr of Conn. at each end o ' k s well SRt�pp the block is so long, in the middle of We make the above reques,; due to the lartte number of children under the arse of ten ,Years old on our street„ Yost of "Me children are ]earring to ride bicycles and er.iwin vis ages four t ieo gt — You will notice the hetvv concentration init} aore �ha;frbl�rxk closes±to County the street. Road 7 -sixteen childrrr in the ?Fz7st ten houseel Whe;: a vehicle turns onto St. Stephen encSf. from County P.cad I, it is nearly impossible to cross the street rnrickly enough with no advance warning. ]tier after looking both ways to make sure the street is clear. children have a difficult time crossing a." a ear Suddenly appears off of County Road I and accelerates. After consultation with and recommendation by Cowicilwpman Diane Wuori (a resident of our s;;reet), I spoke to Police Chief Timothy Ramacher and have his total support on the project. Please consider our request. The attached chart gives complete statistics along with a key designating the petition specifics involved. Llrclosed also is a unable to containing signatures from 23 of the 24 houses on this block, (I was I contact the 24th resident because it was difficult to find him home. l I have been informed by a neighbor that he is a would find opposition from him,) po]iceman so I doubt that we 7-hank You for your immediate attention. As spring fever hits, the sooner the signs are installed, the betterH Cordially, Cheryl Baumdroefl,� 5532 St. Stephens St. Mounds View, MN 55112 785-2370 fincl:s Map with pertinent statistics of St. Stephens St. (2) • Petition with signatures of residents of this specific block. a 11 �de- gT 'Ch�7drer� unde.r /o tyrs,old /OYrs -}11r4 1'eehS ♦ Daycare home 5W 56 /3 56DI 5551,31 T .Pt-,% 555 j C2 ass I � N �v 3s33 $sa / ddY' m,,5 *7 5 a 5 eh, ldreh urn de ,- /0 / a llddleseori -�> 2e-t4S is 4me5 toim eh,ldr�n un doi- /o 3 Y66M4C6 not eh Jld-r CrU ADD 556ar � ®� �► Jr5 5 fo ® pD 55"50 55y so J"5.3J 553 �. n en �I e+r 11, PETITION rOR CONSIDERATION BY D'K WS VIEW CITY COUNCIL - NFRCH 1989 We would like to see SLAW, CHILDREN PLAYING signs put up at each end and in the center section of our street, St Stephens St, Moands View, W 55112 House`s 5527 520 tJC_.. 5527 J� (�� 5526 5533 PJ11/s�a �� 5532 5539 ` rn a/7 / 5538 5751 �iillrloir, hamG - t!n 5557 7/ 5550 5556 5562?I 5600 5607���'5606 7 _ t'� 5613,4 ,pll, /�.K 5672 5639 -rv?. t (/�/� 5618 � Z MEMORANDUM Memo To :Don Paulev, Clery_;d_:_• Wlnistrator From ;Ric Minetor, City Engineer fox Date :April 10, 1989 f Subject ;"SLOW CHILDREN PLAYING" Sign Request The Minnesota Statutes require sign to be consistent+�«h Manual Of Uniform 'rreffi, CrOl Devices. Thpromote uniform,.+.., O 7tn pu+ - 4� `o state and to limit proliferationlofsand signs which might reduce the benefit of si acrosslations the at liberty to�ignorecthis standard. The TMUTCD sets arufore standards for ities are not the use of certain signs as well as standards for signing in general. The ound children's play areas, i.e. limited to areas designated as sign is either a symbol si parks, schools, beaches, etc. This totter or a sign with the me sage "CHILDREN two cPLAYING" or a similar en on a teeter - message. it is normally a 36" diamond sign with a black message on a yellow background. To enhance the effectiveness of this sign at parks and similar locations, its use or use of similar signs should be restricted to o should not have these snly areas used by large numbers of children. Even a park without play equipment or athletic fields igns. Ma:iy residents dislike this restriction. Their attitude is Oat these signs should be located in areas where children live. This would require signs on nearly every street in the City and would almost eliminate any effectiveness of the sign at truly hazardous locations. I have been involved with this controversy many times as a traffic engineer; at the City of Wheat Ridge a solution was reached that met the residents concerns. A green rectangular sign with a white legend was authorized for use in limited locations. The signread "PROTECT OUR CHILDREN - PLEASE DRIVE CAREFULLY". I would suggest we adopt a similar policy. A legend and color scheme should be adopted, blue letters on a white/silver background or white letters on a green background are acceptable; but all signs should be the same. I personally favor bILe on white. Conditions should be set for the installation, i.e. a minimum concentration of children under a certain age; number of signs; roads/streets on which signs can be placed; location and height of signs; and reasons for removal. This last is important, the concentrations of children vary and at some time there would be no benefit in continuing to have the sign. I would recommend that each spring the residents on the street be sent a survey to determine if the sign is still appropriate. Signs would be removed from locations where the conditions which warranted the signs are no longer existent. These signs could only be placed on City streets unless the County adopted a similar policy. I would not. favor II11c,Ving these signs on higher volume vtreets. They should also not be placed in areas which already have a large concentration of regulatory or warring signs. The added distraction would diminish the effect of the regulatory and warning signs. I could develop a draft policy based on these comments and any concerns the council would express. 17 MEMO TO: MAYOR AND CITY CO 1L FROM: CLERK-ADMINISTRAT `C:a!? •'•� DATE: APRIL 13, 1989 SUBJECT: MOUNDS VIEW BUSINESS PARK SOUTH PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT AND WETLAND ALTEkATION PERMIT APPLICATION The City received the Planned Unit Development and Wetland Alteration Permit applications for Mounds View Business Park South on Wednesday, April 12th. Staff has not had the opportunity to review these documents in detail and provide any evaluation of them, however, the documents have been referred to Barr Engineering for their review and comment on the wetland alteration permit application. The Planning CoRw,ission will be reviewing these documents in their Agenda Session on Wednesday, April 18th, however, 1 felt that due to the success of the review proness followed in the SYSCO Project that you might wish to have a presenta- tion on this proposal at your April 17th Agenda Session. At that time the Developer, Everest Development Ltd., will be present to review the Development Proposal anu the datails M, of the Wetland Alteration Permit application. would hope that the City Council could then advise staff as to the " procedures you wished to have followed for review of the Wetland Alteration Permit by both the Environmental Quality Task Fcrce and the general public. As you may recall, with the SYSCO Project you held an informational meeting early -on in the project for public review and comment. Should you wish to have that be the case with this project, I would ask that you provide me with direction as to when you wish that informational meeting to be scheduled. As with all other Development Proposals, copies of the proposal are being submitted to the City Engineer, City Forester, Police Chief, and Fire Chief for their review and comment. I anticipate that that information will be available for you within approximately two weeks. DFP/MJS aZ6-4'"- - 5 MEMO TO: MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL FROM: CLERK-ADMINI£TRATOR DATE: APRIL 3, 1989 SUBJECT: PURCHASE OF TAX FORFEITED LANDS Council recently authorized me to work with Ramsey County for the acquisition of a 30 ft. wide parcel of tax forfeited I and on the north side of Hillview Road between Long Lake Road and Woodlawn Drive for $448.65. I have been advised by Georgia E. Beuchtel, Real Estate appraiser for Ramsey County, that a resolution authorizing the acquisition a'ong with pavment of the $448.65 is necessary for the County to `r8nsfer title on this land. Attached please find for your consideration Resolution No. 2466 authorizing the purchase of this property. DFP/MJS RESOLUTION NO. 2466 CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW COUNTY OF RAMSEY STATE OF MINNESOTA RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING PURCHASE OF TAX FORFEITED LAND WHEREAS, a 30 ft. strip of land on the north side of Hillview Road between Long Lake Road and Woodlawn Drive is listed on the Ramsey County Property Tax Records as tax forfeited land; and WHEREAS, the Mounds View City Council has reviewed this property and determined that the acquisition of this parcel would be appropriatc for a-- -- future c reeG right-of-way along with the 30 ft. ^c— rently owned by the City directly east of this parcel; and WHEREAS, the County has advised that the parcel can be purchased upon receipt of $448.65 and a resolution authorizing purchase of said parcel. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVFD that the City Council of the City of Mounds View authorizes the purchase of the parcel of land having the following legal description: The west 30 feet of Lot 11, Woodlawn Terrace, Ramsey County, Minnesota (PIN: 05-30-23-32-0019, forfeited 8-07-79). for a street right-of-way purposes. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Council authorizes the payment of $448.65 to Ramsey County for the purpose of purchasing the aforementioned tax forfeited parcel to be charged to the Silver Lake Woods Fund. ATTEST: Adopted this day of ,1989. Mayor (SEAL) Clerk -Administrator 4tz'44-, G MEMORANDUM Memo To :Mayor and City Council Members From :Ric Minetor, City Enginee�� Date :April 10, 1989 Subject :Partial Payment Request 11 - Automatic Systems Co. Project g88-11 Automatic Systems has requested a partial payment for the work contacted in 1988 under project 88-15. They are requesting payment for the delivery of the computer and accessory items to be used in the water monitoring system. I have inspected the eq'- n,n_nt an. -c: "aac iu6 1't:3ileS%. This is to be charged against 1988 funds and account number 700-4122-123. I recommend payment of this request in the amount requested, $11,421.00. �0) 014 ME140 TO: MAYOR AND COUNCILMEMBERS FROM: MARY SAARION, DIRECTOR 0 PARRS, RECREATION AND FORESTRY DATE: APRIL 6, 1989 SUBJECT: CABLE TV MEETING A meeting has been scheduled with Jerry Skelly, Sr. to discuss cable opportunities; a sort of brainstorming session. The meeting will be held Wednesday, April 26 at 7:00 a.m. at Perkins. Anyone wiGUI-19 CO attend the meeting is Welcome and encouraged tv attend, especially Councilmembers. If you have any questions, please call me at 784-3055, ext. #20 or Jerry at work, 293-8794. If You are unable to attend the mPe-tiing but have ide— for cable C production, please leave a note in my mail slot and I will forward them to Jerry Skelly and those in attendance at the meeting. MS/SL 04 RESOLUTION NO. 2468 STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF RAMSEY CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING MAY 9, 1989 AS "ARBOR DAY" AND THE MONTH OF MAY AS "ARBOR MONTH" WHEREAS, the City of Mounds View has been recognized for seven consecutive years as Tree City USA by the National Arbor Day Foundation for its efforts in urban forestry; and WHEREAS, true in Mounds View reduce cooling and heating costs while moderating the temperature, clean the air, produce oxygen and provide habitat for wildlife, and WHEREAS, the citizens of Mounds View will be planting trees in Random and Greenfield Parks and along County Road I, and WHEREAS, these Arbor Day trees will be dedicated to a nationwide tree planting effort of the American Forestry Associatlon known as "Global Re -leaf", and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mayor of the City of Mounds View does hereby proclaim May 9, 1989 as "Arbor Day". l` BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the month of May is hereby proclaimed as "Arbor Month" and citizens are called upon to assist in the planting of trees now for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations. (SEAL) ATTEST: G Adopted this day of April, 1989. MAYOR CLERK -ADMINISTRATOR MEMO TO: MAYOR AND C.OUNCILMi iERS FROM: MARY SAARION, DIRECTOR f/ PARKS, RECREATION AND FORESTRY DATE: APRIL 11, 1989 SUBJECT: CONSIDERATION FOR APPR�'7AL ON BID FOR SURPLUS EQUIPMENT A city residents has made a bid for surplus equipment. This equipment has been posted and newspaper ads in the Duiletin and Focus were printed. Ms. Sandy Beaurline has bid: $5.00 for the chair $50.00 for the mimeograph machine $5.00 for the file card cabinets 4..-. Staff recommends that this bid be approved since it is the only bid received even though the ad has been out for over two weeks. Churches have been notified but none have responded. Since the equipment is taking up needed space and gives an aire of "clutter", it is advantageous to let these items go. MS/SL yj— MEMO TO: MAYOR AND COUNCILMEMBERS FROM: MARY SAARION, DIRECTOR 0 PARKS, RECREATION AND FORESTRY DATE: APRIL 6, 1989 SUBJECT: APPROVAL FOR PURCHASE OF PICNIC TABLES AND BENCHES The Parks and Recreation Commission developed a five year Capital Improvements Plan for the annual park dedication monies of $12,500 for five years by the Everest Development. Picnic tables and benches are planned for purchase this year ainna eitk: other Park amenities. The tables proposed are the same style as those placed at Aocdcrest and Random Parks. They are a galvanized steel mesh permanently laid in a concrete bed. They require low maintenance, are very sturdy and easily cleaned, do not splinter and are comfortable to sit on. The benches are of the same style and make. The style of these items were chosen by the Parks and Recreation Commission in 1988 with the idea of offering a consistant look in all the neighborhood parks. For this reason, the same supplier is recommended for the purchase of these products. Again, these items are listed in the adopted 1988 Parks Capital Improvements with monies coming from the annual park dedication from the Everest Development. RECOI&MENDATION: Approve the purchase of picnic tables and benches from Miracle Recreation at the cost of $4,319 to be paid from the monies received from the Everest Development park dedication fees. MS/SL ON MEMO TO: MAYOR AND COUNCILMEMBERS f FROM: MARY SAARION, DIRECTOR PARKS, RECREATION AND FORESTRY DATE: APRIL 7, 1989 SUBJECT: REQUEST FOR APPROVAL TO HIRE FOUR SEASONAL PARK GROUNDSKEEPERS In the adopted 1989 budget is monies for the employment of four parks groundskeepers. I have interviewed a number Ot applica+:t� and have selected these four on the basis of their interest in athletics, knowledge of the requirements for well-groomed athletic fields, concern for players safety and well-•bef.ng and their general concern for well - maintained parks. All four applicants are college students thus falling under the 100 hours available for compliance to state statutes. These four employees would have as their work priority the daily grooming of athletic field„ trash removal, mowing and j' weeding and other tasks if time allows. The hourly wage for all four employees will be $5.50 per hour. The four finalists are: Allen Miskowiec William Sjulstad Darin Hillstrom Richard Ramacher RECOMMENDATION: To approve the employment of four park groundskeepers including Allen Miskowiec, William Sjuiscad, Darin Hillstrom and Richard Ramacher for a wage of $5.50 per hour not to exceed the $12,328.00 budgeted in fund 100-4360-020-000. MS/SL L MaD TO: MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL 91 FROM: DON BFAGER, FINANCE DvECTOR DATE: ;apt, 12, 1989 SUg7ET: PIPELINE LAWSUIT F7 M SES Total pipeline lawsuit expenses paid through Febnuiry 2rg 1h89 are sources: $280,732.00. These expenses were Paz General Fund: Designation for Contingency (nresgen=ies) Fagal.Defense FW4 (i988 Tao Levy of $135,000) General Fund: Annual Budget's 1986 & 1987 it is anticipated thac 131,000 - $50,000 expert witness fees will be received in 1 t the $44,919.00 rarairi-19 in the $171,837.00 $90,081.00 $18,814.00 of bills for legal fees and the near future. That will Legal Defense Fluid. dep e e Of the $250,000.00 received from WilliamPipeline I reoommeirl that $171,837.00 be used to rein ur thethat the 518nation �81400 thatwas .- (Emergencies) of Gene u My recollection of COW',': spent from annual budges also be repai'. believe that intent was that 1l� nx,= � �doteDees gdtion for Contingencies good financial p of toe reason the City (Emergencies) be maintained, In my opinion part due to the was able *.o pursue the lawsuit against Williams pipeline for or Con - fact that the City had provided for and had a Designs tingencies (ariergencies)- If the above reconnendations were inglenented Cher balance of $59, 349.00. should additional Defense � es more than the balance. of the Leg would be n=ed for those expenses. The remaining for any purpose designated by the Council. any decision on the use of this money the lawsuit are received. I suggest that Council defer until all bills pertaining to DB/jaf e would remain a of the lawsuit be ome of this Honey irony could be used ORDINANCE NO. 460 CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW COUNTY OF RAMSEY STATE OF MINNESOTA AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW BY REPEALING CHAPTER 91, ENTITLED, "ANIMALS" AND ADOPTING A NEW CHAPTER 91, ENTITLED, "ANIMALS" The City Council of the City of Mounds View does hereby ordain: SECTION I. Chapter 91, Entitled, "Animals" is hereby repealed. SECTION II. The new Chapter 91, "Animals" is hereby adopted as attached. SECTION III. This ordinance shall take effect thirty days after the date of its publication. Read by the Council of the City of Mounds View on this 27th day of February, 1989. Read and passed by the City Council of the City of Mounds View this April 1989. ATTEST: Mayor (SEAL) Clerk -Administrator APPROVED AS TO FORM: City Attorney F W131 CHAPTER 91 ANIMALS 91.01 Dogs. Subdivision 1. Definitions. (1) As used in this chapter, "Owner" means any person, firm, partnership or corporation owning, harboring or keeping a dog. (2) "At large" means off the premises of the owner and not under the control of the owner or a member of his immediate faintly, whether by leash or otherwise. (3) "Vicious dog" is one that is habitually unruly and untamed or one that is a general public nuisance. (4) Dog kennel - residential. Means any premises where more than two dogs over six months of age are owned, boarded, bred, or offered for sale. (5) Dog kennel - commercial. Means any premises where more than four dogs over six months of age are owned, boarded, _ bred, or offered for sale.- Subdivision 2. License Required. No dog owner shall keep any dog over six months of age within the Municipality unless a license has been issued by the Clerk -Administrator for a fee established by City Council resolution. The fee for licenses i obtained for a period of one year or less shall be one-half of the above fees. (256) A certification from a veterinarian shall accompany an application indicating the following: (1) That the dog has been innoculated for rabies within two years from the date of application. (2) That said dog has been spayed or neutered when a license is being sought for a spayed female or neutered male. All licenses issued under this chapter shall expire on the 1st day of September of the year of their expiration. Subdivision 3. Date of Payment. It shall be the duty of each owner of a dog to pay the bi-annual license fee imposed in Subdivision 2 to the Clerk -Administrator before the first day of September in the year which licenses are to be renewed, or upon acquiring ownership or possession of any unlicensed dog or upon 91.01 establishing residence in Mounds View. The Clerk -Administrator shall cause a notice of the necessity of paying such license fee to be printed in the Sit Newsletter one time before the 15th day of August of the year in which 1 tenses expire. (221) Subdivision 4. Recei is arrd Tars. Upon payment of the license fee, the Clerk -Administrator shall execute a receipt in delicate. He shall deliver the original receipt to the person who paid the fee, retaining the duplicate. He shall give an appropriate tag to the owner. The tags shall be metallic and shall be of a different size and design each license period. Subdivision 5. Affixing Tags. The owner shall cause said tag to be affixed by a permanent metal. fastener tu the collar of the dog so licensed in such manner that the tag may be easily seen. The owner shall see that the tag is constantly worn by said dog. Subdivision 8. Refunds No dog tag shall be transferrer and no refunds shall be made on any license fee because of 91.01 Subdivision 10. Establishment of Pound. (1) The Council shall from time to time appoint such person or persons or firms as the Council may deem necessary and advisable as Community Service Officer to work with the Police Officers in the enfcrcement of this chapter and shall be vested with all authority conferred hereby. The Council may provide for such compensation for a Community Service Officer as it may deem reasonable. Subdivision 11 Change of Address. An owner who h,s obtained a dog license shall notify the Clerk -Administrator of owner's address Chan es within the cor rate limits of the Cit during the life of the dog_ and within ten 10 days of any address change. 12 consecuti (2) Second pickup during any 12_consecutive months - $50.00 (3) Third and all subsequent pickups during any 12 consecutive months - 575.00 LJ J9111I In addition the current daily fee shall be charged for board for each day or part thereof during the time the dog is (01 impounded The fees may be paid on authorization of the Council to its agent pursuant to an annual contract between the City and the designated pound beginning January 1 of each year providing for the impounding of dcgs. All monies collecte3— ursuant to this section shall be submitted by the Pound to the City on a monthly basis (221). Subdivision 18. Seeing Eye Dogs. Whenever a blind person paby a "seeing ey -accomnr arrnniedm'�tion or serVlce rest ch vehicle or Tr service to owner 91.01 Subdivision 19. Confinement of Dogs. Subdivision 24. Guard Jogs. 91.01 (2) Businesses ma sfficer 40 officer ormance o Subdivislon 25. Kennels. 13) The annual license fee for doa kennels shall he Said license fees are due the first day of September of each year. (4) Kennels and premises used therefore shall be keF quiet, orderly and sanitary condition so as not to ute a nuisance as defined in Minnesota Statutes. Sect ven to the Kennel's res 91.02 Domestic Animals. Subdivision 1. Definitions. (1) "Owner" means any person, firm or corporation owning, harboring or keeping a domestic animal. (2) "At large" means off the premises of the owner.(3) /., "Domestic animal" means any cattle, horses, mules, sheet, swine or goats. 91.02 (4) "Private property" means all premises owned by private individuals, including all structures located thereon front yards, side yards and back yards. , Subdivision 2. Public Nuisance. It is hereby declared to be a public nuisance affecting the public peace, safety and welfare to keep or raise any domestic animal as defined herein on private property within the Municipality. 91.03 Raisins of Animals. Subdivision 1. Definitions. (1) "Raising" The maintaining and breeding as a hobby or as a commercial enterprise any animal defined herein. (2) "Keeping" Providing food, water, and shelter for any animal defined herein. (3) "Animal" Any mammal of the rodent family, including but not necessarily limited to, rabbits, hares, and hamsters, and any fowl including but not necessarily limited to chickens, pigeons, ducks or geese. (4) "Private property" All premises owned by private individuals, including all structures located thereon, front yards, side yards, and back yards. Subdivision 2. Permitted. It shall be lawful to keep or raise not more than two animals, as herein defined, on the private property of the owner of said animals except where such animals shall constitute a public nuisance. Subdivision 3. Complaints. It shall be the duty of the Police Department to investigate all complaints submitted to the Council and if after investigation there appears to be a violation of this chapter the investigating officer shall sign a complaint. Subidivision 4. Penalty. Any person, firm, partnership or corporation violating any provision of this chapter shall be guilty of a misdemeanor. (157) 91.04 Wild Animals. Subidivision 1. Definitions. (1) "Owner" means any person, firm or corporation owning, harboring or keeping a wild animaL. (2) "At large" means off the premises of the caner. (3) "Wild animal" means any animal or reptile which, in its uncaptured wild or undomesticated state, has the physical capacity to be dangerous to the safety and welfare of any person. 91.01 Subdivision 2. Permitted number. No owner shall have in VT his possession more cnan one wild animal, as herein defined, at any one time. Subdivision 3. Confinement of Wild Animals. (1) tic wild animal shaii be allowed by its owner to run at large in the Municipality, whether or not the wild animal ie attended by a human being and shall be confined to a cage or building located on the owner's premises. (2) Any wild animal found running at large may be immediately destroyed, without notice to the owner, by or under the direction of the Community Service Officer or a Police Officer if said wild animal cannot be taken up and impounded after reasonable effort or without serious risk to persons attempti__ng to Iml-ound it. _ ._ Subdivision. 4. Penalty Any person, firm partnership, or corporation violating any provision of this chapter shall be guilty of a misdemeanor. UNAPPROVED--. PROCEEDINGS OF' THE CITY COUNCIL CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW RAMSEY COUNTY, MINNESOTA Canvassing Board April 11, 1989 Mounds View City Hall --------2401 Highway 10, Mounds View, MN 55112 --------------------------------------- The Mounds View City Council was called 1. Call to order to order by Acting Mayor Blanchard at 9:33 p.m. MEMBERS PRESENT: Acting Mayor Blanchard, 2. Roll Call Councilmembers Wuori, Quick. ALSO PRESENT; Clerk -Administrator Pauley. Motion/Second: Quick/Wuori to adopt 3. Adopt Resolu- Resolution No. 2469 certifying John tion No. 2469 Paone, Sr. as the individual elected to the City Council vacancy expiring on December 31, i990. 3 ayes 0 nays Motion Carried Councilmember Quick stated that it was his wish that there had been a better turnout than the 4.1% at the Special Election and hoped that the City would put forth additional efforts to encourage better voter turnout at future elections. Acting Mayor Blanchard adjourned the 4. Adjournment meeting at 9:35 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Donald F. Pauley Clerk -Administrator DFP/MJS is PROCEEDINGS OF THE CITY COUNCIL { CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW iRAMSEY COUNTY. MINNESOTA INAPPROVED1 2401 Hwy. 10, Regular Meeting April 10, 1989 Mounds View City Hall Mounds View, MN 55112 ----------------------------------- The Mounds View City Council was called to order by Mayor Harkner at 7:00 PM on Monday,. April 10. 1989. The Pledge of Allegiance was .said. MEMB9". pRESENT: rounoilmembers Quick, Bl.anchardr WuorTd MaY°r Hankner. r stratorEPauley andyPublicney WorksyDirector Minetori Motion/Second: Blanchard/Quick to approve the March 7, 1989 minutes as presented. 4 ayes 0 nays Attorney Meyers advised the City was being presented with a settlement from Williams pipe Line Company# of several lawsuits which resulted fromthe pipe line explosion in the City on July that runs reviewed the history Of the J through Mounds Vie+p going from Roseville to Duluth. The explosion resulted in the deaths of two Mounds View residents, serious injury to another, and considerable prop Ydamage. th and injury claims have been settled and while they are sealed it is assumed they were highly P tion of A number of claims were Hof"thosfore haveubeen settled property values and many also. The City became involved as of the date of the explosion# in the interest of welfare of thetresidents. ing the public healthi safety and Attorney Meyers reviewed the process the City went through and the various government venmentand nbodies whoew hodie, that ave jurisdiction over pipe lines, were created as well as actions that mounds 't,.q:ook to in the fiterlinefcty oing through the City. in relation to the p P 9 Fires that were levied against Williams Pipe Liner in excess of $300.000. werthehighest ever levied, with $1150000 being the specificof the lack 1. call to Order 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Roll Call 4. Approval of Minutes: March 271 1989 Motion Carried 5. Approval of Settlement Agreement# General Release of All Claims and Assignment Between the City of Mounds View and Williams Pipe Line Company r /• Mounds ViewCity Council + r April10 1989 Regular Meeting-- tr, VED__ Pagz Two ^--------- - - - of corrosion protection. While that is small compen- sation for the deaths, injury and damages, the City was successful in negotiating an agreement with Williams Pipe Line for installation of remote control shut-off valves, both south of the City and north of the City. Attorney Meyers explained the City's purpose from the very beginning was to protect the citizens, in re- quiring the pipe line to either be removed or re- placed. He added the City expended large sums of money in the process, and this settlement takes that into consideration. Senator Steve Novak explained the lawsuit was very im2ut:Lanl'r it) th it it provii'" tile- State ti;ra 'tc react and look at the issue in depth. He reviewed legislation that has resulted from actions taken by the City, and he commended the City for the actions it has taken, and settlement of the lawsuit. Bill Foster, an attorney representing the City in the lawsuit' stated he had received a settlement check from Williams Pipe Line Company, payable to the City, in the amount of $250,000, along with the settlement agreement to be signed by the Council. r Mr. Foster reviewed the terms of the agreement, with Williams Pipe Line Company agreeing to drop all claims against the City in return for the City dropping all claims against Williams. Williams Pipe Line Com- pany agreed to compensate the City in the amount of $250,000, with all lawsuits to be dismissed, with Williams being able to continue their operation, in compliance with guidelines and federal regulations. Motion/Second: Blanchard/liankner to authorize the Mayo— r and City Council to execute the agreement with Williams Pipe Line Company. 4 ayes 0 nays Mction Carried Mr. Foster presented the check to Mayor Hankner. Former Representative Dan Knuth stated the memory of the explosion in Mounds View and subsequent actions is indelibly etched in his memory, and he commended the City on the resolution. Mayor Hankner thanked the City staff, attorneys, Clerk/Administrator, Public Works depart- ment, Police department, :ire department and all those who helped out so greatly. She stated one of the most important things she had learned was to challenge what people say and do, and do not always assume someone else is protecting you. Mounds View City Council - k tOV'-O April 10, 1989 Regular Meeting--------- � 6�� t- Page Three V IIf L Former Mayor Jerry Linke thanked the Council, attorneys, Public Works department and Clerk/Admini- strator for all their efforts, as well as other Staff saembers, stating it had been finished in a manner that the City could be proud of. Mayor Hankner stated they also need to recognize the efforts of the surrounding communities, and Police and Fire lepartments, as well as Perkins, who prcvide-i breakfast to the displaced residents the morning of the explosion. She added that more important than the money, the City has been able to make changes at the State level. Nayor Hankner presented a community service award to 6. Presentation Ruth White, thanking her for ten years of service on of Community the Charter CGmmi€9i^fl. service Award There were no residents requests or comments from 7. Residents the floor. Requests and Comments from the Floor Mayor Hankner asked that Item B be removed from the 8. Approval of consent agenda. Consent Motion/Second: Quick/Blanchard to approve the Agenda consent agenda, minus Item B, and waive the reading of the resolutions. 4 ayes 0 nays Motion Carried The Council recessed at 7:46 PM for a short break and reconvened again at 7:55 PM. Mayor Hankner stated Item B would have to be held over to the next regular meeting, as they could not appoint anyone to the Environmental Quality Task Force until the vacancy actually occurs, which will happen at the meeting next week. Clerk/Administrator Pauley explained Patricia Jensen, 9. Discussion of of 2184 Hillview Road, has requested a three way stop Request for sign be placed at the intersection of Hillview Road Three Way and Quincy Street, as she has a corner lot and has Stop Sian at had property damage to her privacy fence from cars Hillview Road which have not slowed sufficiently enough to make the and Quincy ✓ turn at that corner. Street Motion/Second: Wuori/Blanchard to direct Staff to investigate the problem at the intersection of Hillview Road and Quincy Street and report back to the Council at their earliest convenience. n_ --- n........ .....,. Mounds Yew City Council M Regular Meeting (J ' u ' v ] rrii u v t IApril 10, 1969 Page Four Public Works Director Minetor reported the proposal 10. Consider.?�f:ion has been received from Short, Elliott, Hendrickson of Proposal for the storm water management plan. from SEH for Storm There was discussion concerning storm water management Managements utility, which will be looked at further. SEH will do Study the technical tlsearch and work with Staff on alter- natives for financing it. Mayor Hankner explained this was something that needs to be done, and the City is required by State law to study the management of all surface water within the City boundaries. She explained they have been working with the watershed district and have been studying water drainage plans in the Cit7. She added they must think about ways to pay for this, and she hopes the Environmental Quality Task Force, as well as various commissions, will have some ideas. Public Works Director Minetor explained the fundin; for this would cone from the current storm water managem• fund. However, that fund will not he adequate LC, finance the implementation of the program. Mayor Hankner stated it would be Ldportant to keep this item on the agenda frequently- Motion/Second: Quick/Wuori to accept the proposal `J frcm Short, Elliott, Hendrickson for the storm water management plan, at a coat not to exceed $53,000, with the funds to come from the storm water management fund. 4 ayes 0 nays Motion Carried Public Works Director Minetor explained Westwood 11. Consideration Engineering is providing engineering services for of Staff. Memo the SYSCO development and they have requested a Regarding Pay partial payment of $67,957.29, to cover the design Request of phase and bidding services they have provided over Westwood the past five months. He stated he had reviewed their invoice Engineering and supporting documentation and recommends approval of the payment. Clerk/Administrator Pauley this would be funded by the SYSCO tax increment fund. Mayor Hankner explained the SYSCO project for anyone who was not familiar with it. Regular Meeting UNAPPROVED IPagelFive 1989 Mounds View City Council Motion/Second: Quick/Wuori to approve the payment of y 7,9 7.29 to Westwood Professional Services for engineering work provided on the SYSCO project, with the funds to come from the SYSCO tax increment financing fund- Motion Carried 4 ayes 0 nays Consideration Clerk/Administrator Pauley reported Police chief 12. l ora of Pro Ramacher has requested this item be tabled at this from oposa time. Corporation motion Second: Quick./Blanchard to table this item until the next regular meeting. Motion Carried 4 ayes 0 nays Consideraticn Clerk/Administrator Pauley reviewed his memo of 13. of Staff Memo April 5 to the Council concerning expenses associaced Regarding with the SYSCO tax increment fund. He stated these 9 g payments would be consistent with the City's legal SYSCO Tax Increment Fund obligations. Expenses Motion/Second: Hankner/Quick to approve the payment of $3 to Moody's Investors Services, $20,847.81 f"jto 5pringsted, and $11117,775.53 to SYSCO/MN, to come from the SYSCO tax increment financing fund. Motion Carried 4 ayes 0 nays Clerk/Administrator Pauley reviewed the request of Richard Charbonneau for the release of the $4,000 in securities provided fer Development Agreement No. 81-46. He aCded the City Engineer has reviewed the project and determined that the improvements have peen completed. Motion/Second: Quick./Blanchard to accept the Richa�onneau Addition improvements and autho- 00 in asZparteofethese of the requirements0of Developmentes provie Agreementd No. 81-46. 4 ayes 0 nays 14. Consideration of Staff Memo Concerning Charbonneau Addition Dvlpt. Agreement Securities Motion Carried Clerk/Administrator Pauley reported no comments had 15. First Reading of nce been received on proposed Ordinance No. 460 since the No. 460 public hearing was held two weeks agofie explained wouldthis update ordinance, done toanygreat extentinthewhich hadn't pasttenyears. Mounds View City Council Regular Meeting Uivm�" hu Y tui__-PagelSix_'1989 "''_-_Y Bill Frits, 8072 Long Lake Road, asked for a V clarification of the charge for impounding animals. Clerk/Administrator Pauley explained the cost of the daily boarding fee would be the same as what is charged to the City. Mr. Frits stated he felt that would be allowing someone else to set rates, which in essence would write a blank check for someone and also give someone the license to steal. Clerk/Administrator Pauley explained there are not many operators for boarding animals in this area, and the City's position is to keep this as close as possible, as it takes time for the Police to take animals to the boarding places, and if these places are too far away: the owners may not retrieve their animals, which would represent an additional cost to the City for both the boarding and destruction of the animals. Mr. Frits stated he could understand that, but felt it should be a fixed rate in the ordinance. Mayor Hankner suggested having a schedule of impounding fees, beginning on the first of the year, which would become part of the ordinar". She added'they could work on the language in thr next two weeks. Motion/Second: Quick/Wuori t.. approve the first reading of ordinance No. 460, amending the Municipal Code of Mounds View by repealing Chapter 91, entitled "Animals" and adopting a new Chapter 91, entitled "Animals", and waive the reading. 4 ayes 0 nays Motion Carried Mayor Hankner reported sho had received a call from a resident concerning the change on the bus route on Ardan Avenue, who was not aware of the chr:nge being proposed by the MTC. She explained many attempts were made to make sure the people were aware of the proposed change, yet people still did not feel they had been adequately notified, and she added they must do the same on this proposed ordinance change, to be certain the public is aware of it. Motion/Second: Quick/Blanchard to direct Staff to rev -ew subdivision 13 of proposed Ordinance No. 460 and present changes to the Council at the next agenda session. 4 ayes 0 nays Motion Carri Mounds View City Council UNAPPROVED April 1989 MRegular Meeting Page Seven ®Clerk/Administrator Pauley explained the Planning 16. First Commission and City Council have been working with a Reading of consultant on an update to the City's comprehensive Ordinance land use plan, and the Planning Commission and Council No. 466 are working together to rewrite the plan to incorpo- rate the changes and they are recommending a moritorium of any further development along Highway 10 from County Road I to the western border of the City, until the final changes have been made and adopted. He explained Attorney Karney had prepared proposed Ordinance No. 466, which places development restric- tions for that area for 12 months, which could be extended for art additional G months if necessary. He explained this would prevent any new development pro- posals as well as the issuance of building permits along that section of Highway 10. Mayor Hankner explained the Planning Commission and City Council have been meeting regularly, to review the comp plan. They have focused on the Highway 10 corridor and are looking for a more reasonable way to allow for development. Motion/Second: Hankner/Blanchard to approve the first reading of Ordinance No. 466, an interim ordinance amending the Mounds View City code esta- blishing development restrictions along Highway 10 from County Road I to the western border of the City, and waive the reading. 4 ayes 0 nays Motion Carried Attorney Meyers reviewed the 40 acres of land the 17. Report of City is receiving from toe SYSCO development, as a Attorney park dedication, and he questioned whether the City would be getting a copy of the Westwood Engineering report on the property. Clerk/Administrator Pauley explained this was platted as an outlot and then deeded to the City. Public Works Director Minetor stated the City would be receiving a copy of Westwood's report. It is not certain soil borings were done in that area. Public Works Director Minetor will be exploring opportunities for the development of that land and funding for it. Clerk/Administrator Pauley noted it is federally protected wetland, and they need to see if anything Wcan be done. He added it will require detail coordination. There were no reports of Staff members. 18. Reports of Staff Members Mounds View Regular Meeting . Aypril 10, 1989 -CouncilUNAPPROVED Page Eight ------------------- Councilmember Quick had no report. 19. Reports of .� Councilmember . Councilmember Quick Councilmember Blanchard had no report. Councilmember Blanchard Councilmember Wuori reported she had also received a phone call from someone concerned about not knowing of the change of bus route on Ardan Councilmember on Avenue. She stated she did not know how to answer this, the as Council does everything possible to notify people, short of walking the blocks and agoing door to door. Mayor Hankner questioned whether the city reserved the right to reopen the laveuit an the airport, if the issue warrants it, if the MAC or Met Council does not keep their end of the bargain. Attorney Meyers advised the City would not be barred from taking any appropriate action, nor would any individual be barred. Mayor Hankner stated they must be forever watchful of what is going on. Mayor Hankner stated she had received letters and phone calls concerning junk in peoples yards and what can be done to remove it. It was suggested to her that she write a letter to the editor of the paper, asking people to be mindful of values. She stated the City needs to be prepared and be able to enforce this by ordinance. They also need to promote clean-up day and enforcement of the ordinance. Clerk/Administrator Pauley explained that in filing the for SYSCO, 20. plat Scott Kinkaid of Ryan Construc- tion was advised the Department Report of Clerk/ of Transportation owns a small section of the property, which Administrator was planned for a future water main. He reviewed the options available and explained that at this time SYSCO is prohibited from filing the plat with Ramsey County, until the issue is resolved, and the City cannot issue the building permit until the plat is recorded. He explained Ryan Construction has requested that requirement be waived and the building permit issued, contingent upon the issue being resolved. Clerk/Administrator Pauley explained there is security in excess of $12 million on this project and he did not feel it was a risk to the City to issue the building permit now. Public Works Director Minetor stated that if the building permit is issued, the applicant would have Mounds View City Council, i1 April 10, 1989 Regular Meeting �+1 v Page Nine ------------------------ --------------------- rrkq to agree to hold the City harmless for any additional costs. Motion/Sd: Quick/Rankner to authorize the ssu; aeconthe building permit, with the applicant holding the City harmless from actions of issuing the permit and agreeing to assume any costs for having the permit issued prior to the filing of the plat. 4 ayes 0 nays Clerk/Administrator Pauley explained he would have the City Attorney draft a hold harmless agreement, which must be signed before the building permit is issued. Clerk/Administrator Pauley reminded everyone of the special election tomorrow, to fill the vacant Council seat. The Council will meet at 9:30 PM in special session to canvas the results, which will enable the new Councilmember to take office on April 24. Clerk/Administrator Pauley made a statement concerning the explosion which occurred in the City in 1986 and the effect it had on him personally. Motion Carried 0 Mayor Mankner adjourned the meeting at 8:49 PM. 21. Adjournment Respectfully submitted, Donald F. Pauley Clerk/Administrator