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• CITY OF ST. ANTHONY
PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA
June 15, 1993
7:00 P.M.
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
I. CALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE.
II. ROLL CALL.
III. APPROVAL OF MAY 18, 1993 MINUTES.
IV. DESIGNATION OF COMMISSION REPRESENTATIVE TO THE JULY
13, 1993 CITY COUNCIL MEETING.
V. PUBLIC HEARINGS.
A. PETITION FOR SIGN VARIANCE, LEROY SIGNS, INC. (AGENT FOR FIRST
• BANK), 3928 SILVER LAKE ROAD
B. APPLICATION FOR CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT, NANCY ANDERSON,
TAN ME - APACHE PLAZA, 3800 SILVER LAKE ROAD
C. APPLICATION FOR CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT, JAMES R. BONA, ST.
ANTHONY UNOCAL, INC., 2812 27TH AVENUE NORTHEAST
D. PETITION FOR VARIANCE, JAMES R. BONA, ST. ANTHONY UNOCAL,
INC., 2812 27TH AVENUE NORTHEAST
VI. MISCELLANEOUS.
VII. STAFF UPDATE.
VIII. COMMISSIONERS' COMMENTS.
IX. ADJOURN.
1 CITY OF ST. ANTHONY
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
MAY 18, 1993
4
5
6 I . CALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
7
8 The meeting was called to order at 8 : 00 p.m. with the
9 Pledge of Allegiance led by Chair Faust. Because of the
10 School Board elections held that evening, the meeting was ..
11 begun an hour later than the regular 7 : 00 p.m. starting
12 time.
13
14 II. ROLL CALL
15
16 Commissioners present: Thompson, Franzese, Murphy,
17 Gondorchin, Faust, Werenicz and Madden.
18 Commissioners absent: None.
19
20 Staff present: Management Assistant Dave Urbia.
21
22 III. APPROVAL OF APRIL 20, 1993 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
23 MINUTES
24
25 Motion by Madden, seconded by Gondorchin to approve the
26 minutes of the April 20, 1993 Planning Commission meeting
Was presented. with no corrections .
29 Motion Carried Unanimously.
30
31 IV. DESIGNATION OF COMMISSION REPRESENTATIVE TO JUNE 8, 1993
32 CITY COUNCIL MEETING
33
34 Commissioner Franzese will represent the Planning
35 Commission at the June 8, 1993 Council meeting.
36
37 V. PUBLIC HEARINGS
38
39 A. Request for Subdivision/Plat Approval, Raymond A.
40 Hellickson,3901-3909 Silver Lake Road
41
42 The hearing was opened at 8: 05 p.m. by Chair Faust who
43 read the Notice of Hearing which had been published in the
44 May 5, 1993 edition of the St. Anthony Bulletin.
45
46 Approval was necessary for the tax increment financing
47 proposal for the St. Anthony Professional Building to be
48 erected on the two lots which would be combined into one
49 parcel. Mr. Urbia advised that the proposed building and
50 parking area met all requirements for commercial zoning.
51 He was requested to research the irregularity in size of
2 the County right-of-way. The Management Assistant
indicated he knew of no plans for development of the empty
4 lot just east of this parcel on 39th Avenue.
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Page 2
1 Kenneth H. Lee, 3904 Penrod Lane, reiterated his approval
2 of the development which he had indicated in his May 11th
3__ __— letter_ to.-the. Council,..-copies of which had been provided _
4 the Commissioners . - He said his concerns regarding runoff
5 water onto his own property which is the closest and would
6 be the most affected, had been satisfactorily addressed by
7 the applicants . Dr. Hellickson had also assured Mr. Lee
8 that he intended to landscape the site in such a manner as
9 to improve the neighborhood. Mr. Lee perceived one of the
10 pluses of having offices on that property was the low
11 traffic which could be expected to be generated,
12 especially on weekends .
13
14 The public hearing was closed at. 8 : 10 p. m.
15
16 Motion by Franzese, seconded by Werenicz to recommend
17 Council approval of the request for subdivision/plat from
18 Raymond A. Hellickson for 3901-3909 Silver Lake Road.
19
20 Motion carried unanimously. •
21
22 B. Application for Garage Setback Permit, Leonard J.
2.3 Casanova, 3312 36th Avenue N. E.
24
25 The hearing was opened 8 : 12 p. m. by Chair Faust who read
26 the Notice of Hearing which had been published in the May
27 5, 1993 edition of the St. Anthony Bulletin.
28
29 Mr. Urbia corrected his staff report to indicate the
30 proposed garage would be 23 . 6 feet X 22 . 2 feet and would
31 maintain a four foot setback on the west with combined
32 sideyard setbacks of 12 feet, 4 inches . No dimensions
33 would surpass 24 feet and the total area would be 523 . 9
34 square feet where the Setback Permit allows up to 538
35 square feet. The Management Assistant told the
36 Commissioners he perceived this proposal exactly mirrored
37 the intent of amending the City Ordinance to create the
38 Garage Setback Permit.
39
40 Commissioner Franzese indicated that since Mr.Casanova was
41 her neighbor, she would be neither participating in the
42 discussions nor voting on the application.
43
44 Commissioner Madden thought the sideyard setback for the
45 front of the proposed might be a little less than the •
46 required four feet but it was assumed the house might not
47 have been positioned exactly plumb on the lot.
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1 Mr. Casanova indicated he was requesting the permit
2 because he needed more garage room for two cars and had
3 noted that homes with single garages in the neighborhood
4 had remained longer on the market than those with double
5 garages . The applicant also said his home had a gable roof
6 with a one foot overhang which would be in compliance with
7 the setback requirements of the City Ordinance.
8
9 Mr. Casanova told Commissioner Werenicz he has 18 feet of
10 concrete driveway in front of the existing garage but
11 could not maintain the existing width at the curb cut
12 because of a large tree in that location.
13
14 The Public Hearing was closed at. 8:25 p. m.
15
16 Motion by Werenicz, seconded by Thompson to recommend the
17 City Council grant a Garage Setback permit to Leonard J.
18 Casanova, 3312 36th Avenue N. E. which would allow for a
19 four foot sideyard setback on the west side and combined
sideyard setbacks of 12 feet, 4 inches where the City
Ordinance calls for 5 feet and 15 feet respectively.
22
23 In recommending approval of .the request the Commission
24 finds that there were no neighbor objections to the
25 permit.
26
27 Voting on the motion:
28 Aye: Thompson, Murphy, Gondorchin, Faust, Werenicz and
29 Madden.
30 Abstention: Franzese.
31
32 Motion carried unanimously.
33
34 C. Application for Garage Setback Permit, Douglas & Julie
35 Henry, 3531 Skycroft Drive.
36
37 The Public Hearing was opened at 8 :27 p. m. by Chair Faust
38 who read the Notice of the Hearing which had been
39 published in the May 5, 1993, edition of the St. Anthony
40 Bulletin
41
42 Mr. Urbia explained that the applicants were requesting a
43 Garage Setback Permit to construct a second 22 feet X 24
44 feet double garage with an eighteen foot sideyard setback
in the backyard to match the grandfathered sideyard
setback of the existing house. The City Ordinance requires
7 a minimum sideyard setback from a public right-of way of
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1 30 feet. He indicated this request would not exactly fit
2 the intent of the Garage Setback Permit since the Henrys
3 already have a double garage. However, it would meet the
4 City' s concerns about the storage of boats and
5 recreational vehicles .
6
7 It was noted that the power line supports would most
8 likely be located right in the middle of the driveway
9 proposed for the new garage. It was also estimated that
10 the house north on Penrod only had a 15 foot sideyard
11 setback.
12
13 There were four neighbors present to express their
14 opposition to the permit.
15
16 Richard L. Trauba, 3600 Penrod Lane, reported there were
17 no other homes in that area which had two garages . He
18 felt the Henry lot was too small to accommodate two
19 garages . He said he could see an addition to the existing
20 garage as long as it was only one stall and was attached •
21 to the house.
22
23 Gerald Dunphy, 3104 36th Avenue N. E. , agreed with Mr.
24 Trauba's assessment that there were no other homes in the
25 Wilshire Addition with detached garages. He indicated
26 however, that there was a house on the other end of 36th
27 Avenue which had four stalls but he said he knew Mr. Henry
28 would have a problem with the setbacks on his property if
29 he tried to match that garage.
30
31 Delores Bury, 3008 36th Avenue N.E. , said she would be
32 looking right at the new garage from her back yard and
33 would be "very disappointed" to have detached garage
34 allowed. She would not however be opposed to having an
35 addition to the existing garage.
36
37 A letter from Walter and Addie Hunt, 3000 36th Avenue,
38 indicated strong opposition to authorizing a two car
39 garage addition to the Henry home.
40
41 Mr. Henry addressed his application by saying he and his
42 wife had only purchased the corner property because they
43 thought they would be allowed the proposed detached
44 garage. He said a City official had advised him that he
45 could put the second garage on the property without a
46 variance as long as it would be 45 feet from the curb. The
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1 applicant had provided copies of his arguments in favor of
2 the permit for the Commissioners .
3
4 Mr. Henry indicated he thought the garage would look
5 better 12 feet closer to the street than twelve feet
6 further away. He said the appearance of his home was very
7 important to him. His plan was to spend an extra $1, 200
8 to stucco the garage to match the house. He added that a
9 shorter driveway would prevent any future owner of the
10 property from parking boats, etc. in front of the garage
11 because the grade would be too steep. On the other hand,
12 a driveway 12 feet longer would be more level . If he
13 isn't allowed a double garage to park two vehicles in
14 there will probably be either a boat or a snowmobile
15 parked outside.
16
17 Mr. Henry indicated his intent to plant shrubbery and
18 bushes around the proposed garage as a buffer for the
19 neighbors ' view. This would include a hedge where the
fence is now and three more trees . He said the neighbors
across the street weren't "excited" about his plans but
22 hadn't opposed them either. The neighbor north of him had
23 indicated he was not opposed to the proposal as long as
24 Mr. Henry continued the existing fence to prevent people
25 from cutting through. Mr. Henry reiterated that he
26 perceived a nice stucco garage would look a lot nicer than
27 a cement slab with a boat and snowmobile which are in
28 storage now parked on it.
29
30 The applicant noted that almost all the houses and garages
31 on Penrod all the way up to 37th Avenue maintained the
32 same setbacks from the street as his home, having been
33 grandfathered into the Ordinance.
34
35 When asked why he didn't just make an addition to his
36 existing garage, Mr. Henry said he had gotten bids on that
37 and a detached garage and found it would cost him $33, 000
38 to attach extra stalls with a small addition to a bedroom
39 while the detached garage with the same stucco finish as
40 the house would only cost him $14, 000 . the latter was all
41 the couple could afford at this time he added. He would
42 just meet the 30% ordinance restriction with the garage
43 located where he had proposed a garage with a 45 foot
44 sideyard setback from the street would require a 12 foot
105 long driveway and would take up too much of his backyard,
6 the applicant said. And even then he might only be able
47 to have a stall and a half structure and would have to
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1 construct a two stripped driveway besides to meet the 30%
2 ordinance restriction.
3
4 Mr. Henry agreed with Mr. Murphy that he might have to run
5 the driveway around the guidelines but said that would be
6 no problem for him. He indicated he had contacted NSP but
7 hadn't gotten a response yet.
8
9 The Public Hearing was closed at 9 : 00 p.m. for Commission
10 discussion.
11
12 Commissioner Thompson said he thought Mr. Henry had
13 researched his proposal very well. He also perceived the
14 applicants had gone out of their way to accommodate the
15 neighbors by proposing berming, landscaping, and a nice
16 looking building to make the proposal more acceptable.
17 Although he was also concerned about maintaining a 30 foot
18 right-of-way, the Commissioner added that he perceived a
19 pleasant looking structure which would be compatible with •
20 the house and the property would be less unsightly in the
21 backyard than having all kinds of recreational vehicles
22 parked back there instead.
23
24 Commissioner Madden indicated he could look more favorably
25 on the request if the garage were going to be closer to
26 the house and not taking up so much of the backyard. He
27 wondered if the garage couldn't be erected just far enough
28 away from the back of the house as to permit a bedroom,
29 breezeway or patio at a later date at a cost which might
30 be easier for the young couple to afford later on.
31
32 Commissioner Gondorchin agreed with that suggestion saying
33 he perceived the applicants would be ruining a nice
34 backyard by putting a garage back so far. He said a
35 structure closer to the house would also be more
36 acceptable to him and would more closely match what other
37 property owners in that area have already done without
38 ruining the character of the neighborhood.
39
40 Commissioner Franzese said she had mixed reactions to the
41 proposal since the City policy has been to encourage the
42 storage of recreational vehicles away from the neighbors'
43 view. She added that it was unfortunate the garage wasn't
44 on the other side of the house since homeowners just a
45 short distance away had been able to increase a double
46 garage sited on the that side of the house to three stalls
47 without a variance. However, she indicated she was
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1 leaning more closely towards opposition to the permit
2 because she did not perceive the Garage Setback Permit had
3 been intended for detached buildings but rather had been
4 tailored for converting existing single garages to double
5 to meet the types of vehicles most of today' s families
6 possess .
7
8 Commissioner Thompson reacted to the other Commissioners'
9 comments by modifying his first reaction to the proposal
10 by saying he could now see where it would be better to
11 have the proposed garage sited closer to the house,
12 especially as long as Mr. Henry followed through with the
13 landscape buffering he was proposing.
14
15 Commissioner Werenicz stated that he had to oppose the
16 garage which had been proposed because it appeared one
17 side would be built right up against a utility easement.
18 He perceive moving the guide wires would only transfer a
19 maintenance nuisance to someone else' s property. 'It was
also his contention that . the Garage Setback Permit had
only been intended to allow the expansion of one car
22 garages on older homes in the community. The Commissioner
23 said he seriously doubted that anyone wanted to see a
24 precedent set for double garages in backyards which in his
25 opinion, would be totally out of character for St.
26 Anthony.
27
28 Chair Faust agreed that the proposal certainly didn't
29 appear to meet the intent of the permit when it was
30 established. He also questioned whether a structure
31 further back on that property with a 12 foot driveway
32 could satisfy the 30% criteria set for backyards .
33
34 Motion by Madden, seconded by Murphy to recommend the
35 Garage Setback Permit requested by Douglas and Julie
36 Henry, 3531 Skycroft Drive, be denied by the City Council.
37 In the interest of not having recreational vehicles parked
38 on driveways, etc. , the Commissioner wouldn't want the
39 idea of additional storage space completely abandoned for
40 this property. Rather they recommend the applicants be
41 encouraged to work with staff to find some way of
42 modifying their plans so as to erect the structure they
43 proposed closer to the house in the hopes of its
44 eventually becoming an attached garage.
Motion Carried Unanimously.
47
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1 D. Variance Request, James A. Sarna, Stop-N-Save, 3529
2 Stinson Boulevard
3
4 The Public Hearing was opened at 9 : 06 p. m. with Chair
5 Faust reading the Notice of Hearing which had been
6 published in the May 5, 1993 edition -of- the St. Anthony
7 Bulletin.
8
9 The Chair noted that the Commissioners hadn't received any
10 of the documentation for the proposal in their agenda
11 packets . He indicated that they had the option of tabling
12 without consideration or tabling later in the meeting if
13 they perceived the need for more information. The fact
14 that the proposal had received a. concept review at the
15 Commission' s April meeting, prompted the Commissioners to
16 suspend the rules governing deadlines for submitting
17 documentation for a proposal .
18
19 Mr. Urbia indicated the applicant had reduced the width of
20 the canopy over the gas pumps from 32 feet to 28 feet. •
21 However, even the reduced size would require a 10 foot
22 setback variance from 33rd Avenue N. E. and 18 feet from
23 Stinson Boulevard. Thirty five foot setbacks from the
24 street are required for both sides which the City
25 Ordinance treats as front yards.
26
27 The Management Assistant had been requested to research
28 the number of setback variances granted to the Amoco
29 Station on 37th and Silver Lake Road. His research
30 indicated only a 13 foot variance had been granted there
31 since 1985 .
32
33 Mr. Sarna confirmed that the previous request for a canopy
34 32 feet X 32 feet had been pared down to only a 32 foot X
35 28 foot canopy and concrete slab, with no changes in the
36 angle for the canopy. He assured the Commissioners that
37 he planned no signage on the canopy.
38
39 The Public Hearing was closed at 9 : 15 p.m.
40
41 Chair Faust indicated he still found the canopy obtrusive
42 on that corner where the station can be seen from all
43 directions . He said there are residences adjoining all
44 the commercial on each corner and there have been several
45 proposals for residential development on the vacant corner •
46 across the street.
47
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1 Commissioner Murphy indicated that with a new fence and
2 the landscaping promised by Mr. Sarna, he thought this
3 _ proposal would be a marked improvement to the appearance
4 of -that corner where there are some very unattractive
5 appearing businesses across Stinson and an abandoned gas
6 station on the other side of 33rd Avenue N. E.
7
8 Commissioner Franzese pointed out that the gas
9 station/store was an approved use for 'that property and by
10 helping the owners to improve their business the
11 Commission would be fulfilling the City' s desire to have
12 its businesses succeed and be competitive.
13
14 Motion by Franzese, seconded by .Werenicz to recommend the
15 City Council grant variances of 12 feet on the 33rd Avenue
16 side and 12 feet on the Stinson side to ,Tames A. Sarna for
17 the 32 foot X 28 foot canopy over the gas pumps at the
18 Stop-N-Save Store, 3259 Stinson Boulevard.
19
Voting on the motion:
Aye: Franzese, Werenicz, Thompson, Murphy, Gondorchin and
22 Madden.
23 Nay: Faust
24
25 Motion carried.
26
27 E. Rezone Properties East of Silver Lake Road and South of
28 TCF Bank from R-2 and R-4 to Commercial
29
30 The Public Hearing was opened at 9 :21 p. m. with the Chair
31 reading the Notice of Hearing which had been published in
32 the May 5, 199 edition of the St. Anthony Bulletin.
33
34 Mr. Urbia pointed out that the requested action would
35 correct a miszoning in the area to bring it into
36 conformance with the City of St. Anthony Comprehensive
37 Land Use Plan. He added that the Cub Food development at
38 Apache should generate interest in and facilitate
39 commercial service development for this property.
40
41 The Ramsey County Traffic Engineer's response to Mr.
42 Urbia's query regarding allowable accesses to Silver Lake
43 Road had been distributed to the Commissioners. The
44 engineer had advised that the only accesses which would be
5 allowed along the east side of Silver Lake Road south of
39th Avenue would be right in, right out, with no median
7 cuts for left hand turns. The County had also perceived
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1 the construction a right in, right out access at either 30
2 feet or 170 feet from the TCF curb cut would not cause any
3 potential traffic problems . The possibility of any
4 business locating next to TCF negotiating an access
5 agreement with the bank had also been suggested to a bank
6 official .
7
8 Copies of letters supporting the rezoning from the two
9 property owners had been distributed. Kenneth Lee who had
10 spoken in support of the proposed development of the
11 professional offices north of TCF, related his long
12 history of property ownership in that area including the
13 land where Apache and TCF had been built. The property
14 owner pointed out that he . had unsuccessfully tried to sell
15 the two lots proposed to be rezoned that evening to TCF
16 for half the price they were asking for the lot they own.
17 Mr. Lee assured the Commissioners that the soil on all
18 three lots is made up of only subsoil from the Apache
19 development. Subsoil tests have indicated blue clay way
20 down which Mr.Lee perceived anyone who bought the land for •
21 development would be able to overcome.
22
23 Commissioner Franzese suggested that with his wealth of
24 information about the growth of the Village, Mr. Lee would
25 certainly be a valuable addition to the St. Anthony
26 Historical Society.
27
28 Ruth Nelson, 3916 Macalaster Drive, who lives in the .area
29 wondered why when so many TCF customers have to park on
30 the adjoining streets during busy times, the bank didn't
31 keep the lot it owns for additional parking space it
32 certainly needs . She was quite concerned about the use of
33 a general commercial classification for the property to be
34 rezoned perceiving there could be some undesirable uses
35 which might come under such a general classification.
36
37 Mr. Urbia told her there are permitted uses, conditional
38 uses, and prohibited uses under that classification. He
39 said even permitted uses have all kinds of restrictions
40 like parking area . requirements and any proposal which
41 can't meet those restrictions would simply not be allowed
42 to develop that space. The Management Assistant cautioned
43 against narrowing down the classification saying the
44 market would probably govern what goes in that space
45 anyway. He addressed Mrs . Nelson's concerns about a •
46 development like a potato chip factory going into that
47 space by saying that use would be classified as Light
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1 Industrial and would never be considered for the subject
2 property. Its size would also prohibit a use like a
3 restaurant and there wouldn't be enough room for most
4 retail development.
5
6 The Public Hearing was closed at 9 : 36 p.m.
7
8 Commissioner Werenicz indicated he favored rezoning to
9 Commercial since he could see no viable use for the
10 property if. it were left residential . He thought its
11 classification should be changed to match the development
12 around it. He added that there would be plenty of
13 opportunities for the residents in the area to react to
14 any proposed development.
15
16 Chair Faust said his first concern had been that a fast
17 food establishment might try to locate there. However Mr.
18 Urbia' s assurances to Mrs . Nelson that systems are in
19 place to prevent that from happening and to encourage the
4k type of service business which would be best for that
property had alleviated those concerns .
22
23 Motion by Murphy, seconded by Madden to recommend the City
24 Council rezone to C (General Commercial District) the
25 following properties;
26
27 * Lot 7, Block 7 of Mounds View Acres Second Addition
28 which is presently zoned R-4 (Multiple Family Residence
29 District) ;
30
31 * Lot 8, Block 7 of Mounds View Acres Second Addition is
32 presently zoned R-2 (Two Family Residence District) ;
33
34 * Lot 9, Block 7 of Mounds View Acres Second District
35 which is presently zoned R-2 (Two Family Residence
36 District) .
37
38 Motion carried unanimously.
39
40 VI. MISCELLANEOUS
41
42 A. Discussion of Kenzie Terrace Area
43
44 Chair Faust indicated the information the Management
Assistant had provided in the agenda packet was in
response to the Commission desire to take a more proactive
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1 role in the planning issues which the City is currently
2 grappling with in that area. ,
3
4 Staff had provided this information as a stimuli for
5 creative thinking and not necessarily for immediate action
6 the Chair indicated. He said he anticipated the
7 discussions would be continued over several meetings . A
8 brief overview of developments related to the Bona
9 station, the bowling alley, and Kentucky Fried Chicken
10 restaurant was given that evening. The Commissioner' s
11 comments centered primarily on improvement of the Firstar
12 Bank area with emphasis on measures to further identify
13 the Lowry/Stinson area as the gateway to St . Anthony. The
14 importance of including the property occupied by the
15 mobile home park in any upgrading efforts was
16 acknowledged.
17
18 VII. STAFF UPDATE
19
20 Therapeutic Massage Commercial Use
21
22 The Management Assistant' s memo on the issue had advised
23 reception of a proposal from the tanning salon owner to
24 sublease a portion of her business to allow a therapeutic
25 graduate to establish a service there. The precedent for
26 this use in St . Anthony had already been established. Mr.
27 Urbia provided copies of the conditions set for that
28 applicant for Commission consideration before the proposal
29 is formally presented, possibly at their next meeting.
30 Questions which were raised about the wording of the first
31 condition will be resolved before that meeting.
32
33 Concept Review of Proposed Garage Addition, 2803 33rd
34 Avenue. N.E.
35
36 The proposal was ,for a garage addition which would be only
37 a foot from the property line. The Commission consensus
38 was that the proposal wouldn' t meet the criteria for
39 either sideyard or overhang setbacks established for the
40 Garage Setback Permit . An example of a possible violation
41 of setback requirements on a new three car garage addition
42 on Chelmsford was noted.
43
44 In regard to her neighbor' s request for a permit for a
45 garage addition on which she had abstained from voting,
46 Commissioner Franzes told the Commissioners all the houses
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1 in that Billman Addition are not sited exactly plum with
2 their front property lines .
3
4 Marquette Bank Signage Change with Transfer of Ownership
5
6 Mr. Urbia alerted the Commissioners to a future hearing
7 they will be holding related to a logo change for First
8 Bank. There will probably be a reduction in the sign size
9 he added.
10
11 Upcoming Hearing on Bona Property Changes
12
13 Mr. Urbia reported the owners of the gas station had
14 reached an agreement with the City related to the
15 elimination of the 27th Avenue access. The applicant
16 would now be requesting a variance for the gas pump
17 canopy. He also reported the addition of more pumps would
18 require changes in the Conditional Use Permit already held
19 by the station.
�l Council/Staff March Retreat
22
23 The Chair expressed his appreciation of the report in the
24 Commission agenda packet.A brief discussion of the
25 recreational vehicle parking issue followed with
26 Commissioner Madden commenting that he knew the issue was
27 still very much alive in the minds of many residents .
28 Commissioner Werenicz agreed saying he perceived those
29 residents often failed to attend the meetings on the issue
30 in contrast to the status quo proponents who have always
31 turned out in force for those meetings .
32
33 VIII. COMMISSIONERS COMMENTS
34
35 More Timely Scheduling of Public Hearings
36
37 Commissioner Madden said he thought the inaccurate
38 estimation of hearing times that evening demonstrated the
39 validity of past requests for more realistic scheduling.
40 He acknowledged the difficulty in predicting the time each
41 hearing will take but said he perceived some irritation on
42 the part of at least one petitioner that evening at having
43 to sit through several hearings which had been scheduled
44 to be conducted close to his own scheduled starting time.
5 The Commissioner cited a long article in a recent local
newspaper which had pointed to similar irritations the
7 public perceives it has to endure to get anything done by
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1 public officials . He said he didn't think citizens should
2 have to sit as long as some had that evening.
3
4 Mr. Urbia commented that the last applicant had also been
5 very late in submitting the necessary documentation for
6 that hearing and added that such tardiness had been more
7 the rule than the exception with those particular
8 applicants . He said the hearings are usually scheduled
9 for shortly after the meetings begin "or as soon
10 thereafter as possible" so as to avoid long waits between
11 hearings if they're over sooner than expected.
12 Commissioner Murphy commented he had noticed even
13 corporation meetings were rarely held at their scheduled
14 times. Commissioner Werenicz noted the Commission had
15 reached motions much quicker than usual that evening
16 because it seemed as though repetitive discussions
17 preceding motions had somehow been avoided. Commission
18 Franzese' s suggestion to schedule public hearings at least
19 15 minutes apart was accepted for trial for the next few
20 meetings . It was agreed that issues farther down in an r
21 evening's agenda schedule could always be moved up to fill
22 in any time gaps.
23
24 Commissioner Murphy' s Resignation
25
26 An acceleration in business responsibilities which had
27 forced him to miss several meetings this year as well as a
28 desire to devote any time he can to family
29 responsibilities had forced him to reluctantly offer his
30 resignation that evening, Commissioner Murphy explained.
31 He added that he had enjoyed his service on the Commission
32 very much and speculated there might be period when
33 diminishing scheduling conflicts in the future might open
34 the opportunity for him to serve the community again.
35
36 Chair Faust expressed the Commissions' appreciation of
37 Commissioner Murphy's insight and different approach to
38 issues which had come before them during his tenure. He
39 added though they hated to -see him leave all the
40 Commissioners were in sympathy with his sense of duty to
41 family over business.
42
43 Motion by Madden, seconded by Franzese to thank
44 Commissioner Murphy for his many contributions to the
45 Planning Commission work and compliment him on his
46 demeanor and cooperative manner. The Commissioners wish
47 their departing member all the goodwill possible with the
Planning Commission Meeting
May 18, 1993
Page 15
1 hope a change in circumstance might present the
2 opportunity of working together sometime in the future.
3
4 Motion Carried Unanimously.
5
6 Staff Report on Signage Research and Other Old Business
7
8 Mr. Urbia reported he had measured the carpet cleaning
9 sign he had been requested to research and found it took
10 up half the window of that particular business . However,
11 other pressing City business had prevented him from doing
12 the requested research on informational signage. He
13 explained the procedure Commissioners need to follow if
14 they want the City to pay for -their memberships in outside
15 organizations . The Management Assistant brought the
16 Commissioners up-to-date on the latest developments
17 related to the Cub Food Store going into Apache including
18 City proposals to aid in correcting drainage problems
19 associated with the development.
There was a discussion of how much flexibility there
22 should be in the by-laws requiring a month's notice before
23 an application can be presented for a hearing before the
24 Commission. It was agreed that a concept review of an
25 application might justify a little more leniency when it
26 came to Commission consideration of a proposal at a later
27 meeting, as had happened with the Sarna application that
28 evening. Commissioner Gondorchin indicated he perceived
29 this to be an added value smaller communities were able to
30 offer their constituents.
31
32 Salvation Army Open House
33
34 Chair Faust issued an invitation to Commissioners to
35 attend the May 24th event and get a first hand look at a
36 community asset on they might not have had an opportunity
37 to see before.
38
39 %I. ADJOURNMENT
40
41 Motion by Murphy, seconded by .Werenicz to adjourn the
42 Planning Commission meeting at 10:30 p.m.
43
44 Motion Carried Unanimously.
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Planning Commission Meeting
May 18, 1993
Page 16
1 Respectfully submitted,
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6 Helen J. Crowe, Acting Secretary
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• STAFF REPORT
DATE: June 3, 1993
TO: Planning Commission
FROM: David Mark Urbia, Management Assistant
ITEM: PETITION FOR SIGN VARIANCE, LEROY SIGNS, INC. (AGENT FOR
FIRST BANK), 3928 SILVER LAKE ROAD
Background
I have included the minutes from the February 18, 1991 Planning Commission meeting, where
a variance has granted to Marquette Bank to allow two additional wall signs. The hardship
was that only one of the three signs will be seen at a time. The proposed replacement signage
has'less surface area than the existing signage.
Recommendation
Precedence has been set. Recommend to the City Council to approve the petition for sign
variance, citing hardship and precedence. The Planning Commission may wish to have a hours
of illumination condition.
•
• Date: May 17, 1993
Fee: $100.00
CITY OF ST. ANTHONY
Petition for Sign Variance
Applicant: Leroy Signs, Inc.
Address:
6325 Welcome Ave. N. Phone: 535-0080
Status of applicant (owner, buyer, renter, agent, etc.): Agent for First Bank
Contact at FBS is Mr. Bob Everson - 973-3054
Street address and/or legal description of property petitioned for variance:
3928 Silver Lake Road, St. Anthony, MN
Zoning district in which property is located:
Request: A variance to install (2) two sets of signs at the above location.
• Minnesota Statutes and City Ordinances require that the following conditions be satisfied
for approval of this request. Please respond to these conditions, using additional sheets,
if necessary.
1. The granting of the variance will not be detrimental to the public welfare or
iniui rious to other property in the neighborhood or village.
See attached letter
2. A particular hardship to the applicant would result if the strict letter of the
regulations are adhered to.
See attached letter.
3. The conditions upon which the applications for a variance are based are uni ue
to the parcel of land for which the variance is sought and are not applicable,
generally, to other property within the same land-use classification.
See attached letter.
Signature of Applicant
Date: s��I/%3
05 -17- 93A 1 u . 00c
6325 "Welcome" Ave. North
LEROY SIGNS INC. Minneapolis, Minnesota 55429
Quality has no substitute. 612-535-0080 -
FAX: 612-533-2593
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a3 "Logo" "Marquette Bank Apache". Each existing sign is approximately
a 0 89 S.F. per set, for a total of 267 square feet.
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m stall three new sets of Logo and letters in the same exact locations.
Due to the fact that we are allowed one sign on the southwest elevation,
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area) and the northwest elevation.
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To achieve maximum identification, the additional (2) sets of signs will
be required. Customers traveling north on Silver Lake Road will be able
to see the allowed sign. However, customers traveling south on Silver
Lake Road would not be able to see the building identification in time
to turn safely on to the service road. Customers exiting Apache Plaza
would not be able to see the building identification above the drive-
thru area on the west elevation.
The granting of the variance will actually reduce the amount of signage
approximately 200. Existing signs are 89 s.f. , or 267 s.f. total. We
are proposing (3) three, sets of signs at 73.75 s.f. , for a total of
221.25 s.f.
Thank you for your time. Please do not hesitate to call me at 535-0080
if you have any questions.
Sincerely,
LEROY SIGNS, INC.
Chris Clark
CITY OF SAINT ANTHONY
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN:
Notice is hereby given that there will be a public hearing by the Planning Commission on
.Tuesday, June 15, 1993 at 7:05 P.M., or as soon thereafter as possible. Public Hearings are
held in the Council Chambers of the City Hall, 3301 Silver Lake Road (enter northeast corner).
- The public hearing is being held for the following purpose:
A request from Leroy Signs, Inc. (agent for First Bank), 3928 Silver Lake Road
for a sign variance to allow two additional wall signs. The proposed signs
would replace the existing signage.
Anyone wishing to be heard with reference to the above matter will be heard at said time and
place. Questions regarding this matter may be referred to the City Manager, 789-8881.
Auxiliary aids are available upon request at least 96 hours in advance. Please call the City
Clerk at 789-8881 to make arrangements.
Thomas D. Burt
City Manager
Publish: Bulletin, June 2, 1993
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STAFF REPORT
DATE: June 3, 1993
TO: Planning Commission
FROM: David Mark Urbia, Management Assistant
ITEM: APPLICATION FOR CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT, NANCY
ANDERSON, TAN ME - APACHE PLAZA, 3800 SILVER LAKE ROAD
Background
Two previous requests for therapeutic message uses in the City where handled through the
conditional use permit process even while not being specifically listed for the zoning district
in which it is to be located. The Zoning Administrator determined this request to be handled
through the conditional use permit process based on precedence.
The two previous requests where granted with the following conditions:
(1) The massage therapy being restricted to medical care and approved hours of
• operation.
(2) The permit would automatically be revoked if there is any violation of
applicable City or state statutes related to criminal sexual conduct by any person
associated with the operation.
(3) The massage therapy offered must comply with the code of ethics and definition
of massage therapy established by the American Massage Therapy Association.
Recommendation
Recommend to the City Council to approve the conditional use permit application based on the
listed conditions.
•
Date:
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Fee: $130.00
CITY OF ST. ANTHONY
Application for a Conditional Use Permit
Applicant:
Address: 4-tf ct l — Phone: ? SU - :2 U 91
Status of applican . owner buyer, renter, agent, etc.): Ck-( k-T- q
Street address and/or legal description of property in question: &l f u-)l J, .
Zoning district in which property is located:
Conditional use proposed: �LF/1 c�f,�c ��'), – 47` QCk4
Minnesota Statutes and City Ordinances require the following conditions be satisfied
before a conditional use may be authorized. Please respond to these conditions, using
additional sheets, if necessary.
1. The proposed conditional use is one of the conditional uses specifically listed for
the zoning district in which it is to be located.
2. The proposed conditional use will not be detrimental to the health, safety, or
general welfare of erp sons residing or working in the vicinity or injurious to
12roperty values or improvements in the vicinity.
3. The proposed conditional use is necessary or desirable at the above location_ to
provide a service or a facility which is in the interest of public convenience and will
contribute to the general welfare of the neighborhood or community..
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN:
Notice is hereby given that there will be a public hearing by the Planning Commission on
Tuesday, June 15, 1993 at 7:05 P.M., or as soon thereafter as possible. Public Hearings are
held in the Council Chambers of the City Hall, 3301 Silver Lake Road (enter northeast corner).
The public hearing is being held for the following purpose:
A request from Nancy Anderson, TAN ME - Apache Plaza, 3800 Silver Lake
Road for a conditional use permit to allow the operation of therapeutic massage
treatments in a Commercial "C" zoning classification.
Anyone wishing to be.heard with reference to the above matter will be heard at said time and
place. Questions regarding this matter may be referred to the City Manager,_ 789-8881.
Auxiliary aids are available upon request at least 96 hours in advance. Please call the City
Clerk at 789-8881 to make arrangements.
Thomas D. Burt
City Manager
• Publish: Bulletin, June 2, 1993
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STAFF REPORT
DATE: June 4, 1993
TO: Planning Commission
FROM: David Mark Urbia, Management Assistant
ITEM: PETITION FOR VARIANCE, JAMES R. BONA, ST. ANTHONY
UNOCAL, INC., 2812 27TH AVENUE NORTHEAST
Background
If the conditional use permit request was granted, then this issue may be considered. The
applicant proposes a canopy that is 24 feet by 42 feet. A portion of the canopy is outside of
the building envelope. At its closest point to the property line, the canopy is within the
setback area by eight feet. In addition, there must be hardship if a variance were to be granted.
A potential hardship could be the unusual shape of the lot. I asked the applicant if the pumps
and canopy could be moved closer to the building, which would not require a variance. The
applicant believes this situation would leave less manuevering room. However, there could be
• stacking problems at the stub street.
•
Fee:
(R-1............$ 60.00
Other.........$100.00)
CITY OF ST. ANTHONY
Petition for Variance
Applicant: 57'• L —
Address: 1 a tic j _ Phone:
Status of applicant (owner, buy renter, agent, etc.): 1�v�►
Street address and/or legal description of property petitioned for variance:
Zoning district in which property is located:0f- fM MW-YO-1 c�
Request: Crrn1s-rra u",i1t'j ®-P
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• Minnesota Statutes and City Ordinances require that the following conditions must be
satisfied for approval of this request. Please respond to these conditions using additional
sheets, if necessary.
1. Because of the particular physical surroundings, shape, or topographical
conditions of the parcel of land involved, the proposed variance would relieve an
undue hardship, as distinguished from a mere inconvenience, should the
applicable ordinance be strictly enforced.
2. The purpose of the proposed variance is not based exclusively upon a desire to
increase the value or income potential of the parcel of land, but would correct
extraordinary circumstances applicable to this property but not applicable to other
property in the vicinity or zoning district.
3. The alleged difficulty or hardship is caused by City Ordinance and has not been
created by,any persons presently having an interest in the parcel of land.
• nature of Applicant
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CITY OF SAINT ANTHONY
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN:
Notice is hereby given that there will be a public hearing by the Planning Commission on
Tuesday, June 15, 1993 at 7:05 P.M., or as soon thereafter as possible. Public Hearings are
held in the Council Chambers of the City Hall, 3301 Silver- Lake Road (enter northeast corner).
The public hearing is being held for the following purpose:
A request from James R. Bona, St. Anthony Unocal, Inc., 2812 27th Avenue
Northeast for a setback variance to allow the construction of a gas pump canopy.
The setback requirement is 35 feet from a right-of-way in a Commercial "C"
zoning classification. The setback variance request is for seven feet, so that the
canopy will be setback 28 feet at its closest point to the right-of-way.
Anyone wishing to be heard with reference to the above matter will be heard at said time and
place. Questions regarding this matter may be referred to the City Manager, 789-8881.
Auxiliary aids are available upon request at least 96 hours in advance. Please call the City
Clerk at 789-8881 to make arrangements.
Thomas D. Burt
City Manager •
Publish: Bulletin, June 2, 1993
•
STAFF REPORT
DATE: June 10, 1993
TO: Planning Commission
FROM: David Mark Urbia, Management Assistant
ITEM: APPLICATION FOR CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT, JAMES R. BONA,
ST. ANTHONY UNOCAL, INC., 2812 27TH AVENUE NORTHEAST
Background
The proposed expansion of square footage, number of pumps, canopy, and parking area is
considered an expansion of the business. Due to this, a conditional use permit will be required.
A conditional use permit was not previously done for this location.
The proposed redevelopment is defined as a through lot. A through lot must have setbacks of
35 feet from all public right-of-ways. Parking area must be setback 10 feet from the property
line and 20 feet from the property line when it abuts a residential area. The combined square
• footage of the buildings is 6,748 square feet, which requires 23 parking spaces. The Uniform
Fire Code requires dispensing devices to be a minmimum of 10 feet from property lines and
buildings. Parking lots must have approved curbing around the perimeter, which would be
insurmountable cement curbing.
Portions of the existing buildings are outside the building envelope, but this situation is
grandfathered. The proposed addition would require a variance. The proposed canopy requires
a variance, which is being requested tonight. The applicant intends to realign the gas pumps,
install a canopy, expand parking area, and install curbing in conjunction with the street
realignment. The proposed addition and demolision of the vacant-building are slated for next
year. Due to this fact, staff proposes requiring curbing in the area being improved this year.
Next year, if further work is continued, staff would propose to require curbing in front of the
vacant building and by the alley (so that there is no access from the alley).
With approving a conditional use permit, various conditions could be placed upon the business.
Conditions such as: hours of operation, hours of sign illumination, and length of time and
number of cars that are stored.
Staff Report
Page 2
Recommendation
Recommend to the City Council the approval of the conditional use permit request based on
the following conditions:
(1) Parking lot must be striped for 23 spaces.
(2) Curbs must be installed in areas specified on drawing. The curbs must be
insurmountable and be of cement.
(3) If canopy is installed, lighting must shine down.
(4) If the proposed addition is built in the future, the lot must be subdivided
into one parcel.
(5) No more than 10 cars stored on the site for no more than 48 hours.
(6) Change address from a 27th Avenue address to a Kenzie Terrace address.
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Date: S S - Zo - 4
Fee: $130.00
CITY OF ST. ANTHONY
Application for a Conditional.Use Permit
Applicant: 't7 ---p"44, L-L
Address:—a2E l a_D,7 A u . k1F-- • Phone:
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Status of applicant (owner, buyer, renter, agent, etc.): +t--,-fno ?A
Street address and/or legal description of property in question:
Zoning district in which property is located: Com
Conditional use proposed: ex (�nS;0rq o f- Q X i-�T ►�
Minnesota Statutes and City Ordinances require the following conditions be satisfied
before a conditional use may be.authorized. Please respond to these conditions,using
additional sheets, if necessary.
1. The proposed conditional use is.one of the conditional uses specifically listed for
the zoning district in which it is to be located.
2. The proposed conditional use will not be detrimental to the health, safety, or
general welfare of erp sons residing or working in the vicinity or incurious to
roe values or improvements in the vicinity.
3. The proposed conditional use is necessary or desirable at the.above location to
provide a service or a facility which is in the interest of public convenience and will
contribute to the general welfare of the neighborhood or community.
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CITY OF SAINT ANTHONY
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN:
Notice is hereby given that there will be a public hearing by the Planning Commission on
Tuesday, June 15, 1993 at 7:05 P.M., or as soon thereafter as possible. Public Hearings are
held in the Council Chambers of the City Hall, 3301 Silver Lake Road (enter northeast corner).
The public hearing is being held for the following purpose:
A request from James R. Bona, St. Anthony Unocal, Inc., 2812 27th Avenue
Northeast for a conditional use permit to allow for expansion of the existing
service station. The proposed expanded use will be a canopy, additional gas
pump service, and additional parking area.
Anyone wishing to be heard with reference to the above matter will be heard at said time and
place. Questions regarding this matter may be referred to the City Manager, 789-8881.
Auxiliary aids are available upon request at least 96 hours in advance. Please call the City
Clerk at 789=8881 to make arrangements.
Thomas D. Burt
City Manager
Publish: Bulletin, June 2, 1993 •
•
STAFF REPORT
DATE: June 10, 1993
TO: Planning Commission
FROM: David Mark Urbia, Management Assistant
ITEM: INFORMATION
Sign Ordinance Issue
After the Northgate sign variance proposal was denied, staff was notified by the applicants that
they may consider legal action. Staff directed the City Attorney to give an opinion on this
replacement issue. From the opinion, the City Council reconsidered the denial motion and
granted the Northgate sign variance proposal. For future issues like this, the City Attorney
proposed ordinance language. The first reading of the ordinance was June 8th. The ordinance
language is included with my report.
Section 1130 - Peddlers, Solicitors and Transient Merchants
The owner of Gems and Stems (St. Anthony Shopping Center) made a request to the City
Council at the May Work Session to sell flowers on Mother's Day. The Council could not
grant permission, as the City's practice is to not approve registration for street vendors. The
exemption to this is for non-profit organization sales. The request from the Gems and Stems
owner would be for-profit. Once the Council allowed this request, other less desirable street
vendors would- also have to be approved. The City Council directed this item to the Planning
Commission for input.
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Mr. Thomas D. Burt
City Manager
City of St. Anthony
3301 Silver Lake Road
St. Anthony MN 55418
RE: Sign Ordinance
Dear Tom:
• You have explained to me certain situations where the owner of a business
seeks to use an existing sign for new information identifying a different business at
that same location. As I understand it, in many such cases the location of the sign
would not change and there would be no change in the size or nature of the sign. I
assume that in many of these cases the business is merely seeking to change the copy
on the face of the sign or the business being identified in the sign.
I understand the current practice is to consider this as an entirely new sign,
which is subject to all the requisite approvals. I further understand that in some
cases the existing sign is nonconforming, either by reason of its age or because a
variance was previously granted, and that there is then a question of whether a
variance is required to change the sign.
If we turn to Section 1400.15 regarding nonconforming signs, the situation in
question probably falls under paragraph 3 of subdivision 2, where there is a
reference to the sign being "replaced". If you look at the other paragraphs in that
same subdivision, they refer to structural alteration of the sign, relocation of the
sign, or a new primary sign being erected. If the copy on a sign is changed, e.g., the
name of the business, I am not sure the sign has been "replaced". The copy has been
replaced, but the physical structure has not.
It seems to me that the changing of the copy on the sign or the name of the
business on the sign might be something you could allow without requiring a new
DORSEY 8c WHITNEY
Mr. Thomas D. Burt May 25, 1993
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permit. If the sign has existed by reason of variance or by reason of nonconforming
status under the ordinance, it is rather difficult to deal differently with what in effect
is the same sign with different information on it, when there is no change in the
size, location, etc. Technically, the Council might be able to deny a variance even
though one was previously granted, on the theory that it is not bound by a prior
Council's actions. On the other hand, it becomes rather difficult to make findings of
fact sufficient to support the denial of a variance when there are previous findings
of fact by the Council to the contrary.
If a new permit were not required in such cases, this could save a considerable
amount of administrative time for the staff, Planning Commission and Council.
You could include under the list of signs requiring no permit in Section 1400.08, a
provision such as the following:
A business identification sign designed to replace an existing business
identification sign which lawfully exists under this Code, so long as the new
sign has the same dimensions and is in the same location as the existing sign,
And is not a prohibited sign under Section 1400.07.
If you have any further questions in this regard, please let me know.
Very true yours,
re
WRS:gle William R. Soth
Enclosures
CITY OF ST. ANTHONY
ORDINANCE 1993-007
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO SIGNS; AMENDING SECTION
1400.08 TO ADD THE REPLACEMENT OF BUSINESS
IDENTIFICATION SIGNS
The City Council of the City of St. Anthony hereby ordains:
Section 1. Section 1400.08 of the Code is amended to add the following:
Subd. 15. Replacement of Existing Business Identification Signs. A business
identification sign designed to replace an existing business identification sign which lawfully
exists under this Code, so long as the new sign has the same dimensions and is in the same
location as the existing sign, and is not a prohibited sign under Section 1400.007.
Section 2. This ordinance will be in effect as of its date of publication.
First Reading: June 8, 1993
Second Reading:
Adopted:
Mayor
ATTEST:
City Clerk
Published in the St. Anthony Bulletin on the day of 1993.
Section 1130 - PEDDLERS, SOLICITORS AND TRANSIENT MERCHANTS
1130.01 Definitions. For purposes of this Section, the terms defined in this
Subsection have the following meanings:
Subd. 1. 'Peddler" means a person who goes from house to house, from place
to place, or from store to store conveying or transporting goods, wares or
merchandise or offering or exposing the same for sale or making sales and
delivering articles to purchasers.
Subd. 2. "Solicitor" means a person who goes from house to house, from
place to place or from street to street soliciting or taking or attempting to take
orders for sale of goods, wares, merchandise or personal services for future
delivery or performance.
Subd. 3. "Transient Merchant' means a person who engages in any
temporary and transient business selling goods, wares. and merchandise from
a building, structure, vacant lot, vehicle or trailer in a zoning district where it
is allowed by this Code.
1130.02 Registration Required. No peddler, solicitor or transient merchant shall sell
or offer for sale any goods, wares, or merchandise within the City unless registered
as provided in this Section. The nonrefundable registration fee is set forth in
Section 615. Any peddler, solicitor or transient merchant dealing with merchandise
to be delivered to customers in Minnesota directly from points outside of Minnesota
is exempt from payment of the registration fee. Any person soliciting money,
donations or financial assistance for a religious or charitable organization or selling
merchandise for a fee on behalf of such an organization is exempt from payment of
the fee, but is required to register with the City.
1130.03 Conditions for Registration. Registration with the City Clerk must occur at
least five days prior to the date when the activity is to commence. Persons
registering must file with the City Clerk an accurate sworn registration statement bn
a form furnished by the City Clerk, giving the following information:
(a) Name and physical-description of the applicant.
(b) Complete home and local address of the applicant and, in the case of
transient merchants, the local address from which proposed sales will
be made.
(c) A brief description of the nature of the business and the product or
services involved.
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(d) If employed, the name and address of the employer, together with
credentials establishing the exact relationship.
(e) The dates and hours of the day during which the activity will be carried
on.
(f) The source of supply of any goods or property proposed to be sold or
orders taken for the sale thereof,where such goods or products are
located at the time registration is filed and the proposed method of
delivery.
(g) A statement as to whether or not the registrant has been convicted of
any crime, misdemeanor or violation of any crime, misdemeanor or
violation of any municipal ordinance of any municipality other than
traffic violations, the nature of the offense and the punishment or
penalty assessed.
(h) The last municipalities, not to exceed five, where the applicant carried
on business immediately preceding the date of the application and the
address from which such business was conducted in those
municipalities.
(i) Written statement of permission from fee owner of property where
transient sales are to be held.
1130.04 Exemptions. This Section does not apply to persons engaged in the
following activities:
(a) Selling personal property at wholesale to dealers in such property.
(b) Selling solely literature.
(c) Selling products of the farm or garden on the property on which the
products are grown and cultivated.. A person claiming this exemption
must submit a written affidavit indicating that the products to be sold
were grown on property where the sales are occurring.
(d) Calling upon householders in connection with a regular route service
for the sale and delivery of perishable daily necessities of life such as
bakery products and dairy products.
(e) Calling upon householders at the request of the householders.
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1130.05 Proof of Registration. Upon receipt of a complete registration, the Clerk will
transmit the same to the Chief of Police for approval. Every registration must bear
the written approval of the Chief of Police to be valid. Within five days after such
registration, the City Clerk will provide the registrant with a written certificate
showing proof of registration.
1130.06 Registration Not Transferable. No registration is transferable from one
individual to another. Each individual must be separately registered where more
than one individual is involved in the same type of activity even though associated
with the same organization.
1130.07 Practices Prohibited. No peddler, solicitor or transient merchant is
permitted to call attention to the business or merchandise by crying out, blowing a
horn, ringing a bell, or by any loud or unusual noise. No peddler, solicitor, or
transient merchant is permitted to harass, intimidate, abuse, or threaten a person or
continue to offer merchandise for sale to any person after being told not to do so by
that person.
1130.08 Duration of Registration. Each registration will be valid only for the period
specified, and no registration may extend beyond the 31st day of December of the
year in which it is granted.
1130.09 Exclusion. Any person who wishes to exclude peddlers, solicitors or
transient merchants from his or her premises may place upon or near the usual
entrance to the premises a printed placard or sign bearing the following notice:
"Peddlers and Solicitors Prohibited"
Such placard must be at least 3 3/4 inches long and 3 3/4 inches wide and the
printing must not be smaller than 48 point type. No peddler, solicitor or transient
merchant may enter or attempt to enter in or upon any premises or attempt to enter
in or upon any premises where such placard or sign is placed.
1130.10 Revocation. Any registration may be temporarily suspended by the City
Manager or revoked by the Council for a violation of any provision of this Section.
Before any temporary suspension or revocation occurs, the registrant will be
notified of the violation and will have the opportunity to respond to it.
1130.11 Compliance with Zoning. Transient merchants must comply with all
applicable provisions of the City's Zoning Code.
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CITY OF ST . ANTHONY
3 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
4
5 MAY 25 , 1993
6
7
8 1 . CALL TO ORDER
9
10 The meeting was called to order at 7 : 00' p .m. and the Pledge of
11 Allegiance was led by Mayor Ranallo .
12
13 2 . ROLL CALL
14
15 Council Present : Mayor Ranal lo, Councilmembers Marks , Enrooth ,
16 Fleming and Wagner
17
18 Staff Present : City Manager Burt , Management Assistant Urbia
19 and City Attorney Soth
20
21 3 . APPROVAL OF MAY 25 , 1993 COUNCIL AGENDA
22
23 Motion by Marks , second by Enrooth to approve the agenda for
24 the May 25 , 1993 Council Meeting with no additions .
25
Motion carried unanimously
8
29 4 . APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF THE MAY 11 , 1993 COUNCIL MEETING
30
31 Motion by Marks , second by Wagner to approve the minutes of
32 the May 11 , 1993 Council Meeting as presented and there were
33 no corrections .
34
35 Motion carried unanimously
36
37 5 . LICENSES/PERMITS/PETITIONS
38
39 Motion by Enrooth, second by Marks to approve the license
40 applications submitted by the following businesses :
41
42 Contractors ' Licenses
43
44 Card Construction, St . Paul , Mn .
45 Belair Builders Inc . , New Brighton, Mn .
46 Chub' s Roofing, Coon Rapids , Mn .
47
48 Cigarette License
49
50 Snyder Brothers Drug, St . Anthony, Mn .
1 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING •
2 MAY 25 , 1993
3 PAGE 2
4
5
6 Councilmember Marks noted that if there were no cigarette
7 license applications approved there would be no more
8 cigarettes .
9
10 The- Mayor stated- that -the tobacco industry receives- subsidies
11 from the federal government . He felt it may prove to be
12 counterproductive to deny licenses as the revenue generated by
13 them would go to some other entity .
14
15 Heating Licenses
16
17 Marsh Heating and Air Conditioning
18 Preferred Mechanical Services , Inc .
19 Twin City Furnace Company
20
21 Multiple Dwelling License's
22
23 Chandler Place 119 units
24 LakeHill Apartments 34 units
25 Highcrest Manor 69 units
26 Equinox Apartments 266 units
27 Diamond 8 Apartments 144 units i
28 Plaza Apartments 46 units
29
30 Motion carried unanimously
31
32 6 . CLAIMS
33
34 Motion by Marks , second by Enrooth to approve the following
35 . claims :
36
37
38 A. Maier Stewart & Associates
39
40 1 . The Council approved payment in the amount of $360 . 00
41 to Maier Stewart & Associates for engineering services
42 rendered March 28 , 1993 through April 24 , 1993 regarding
43 the 1993 street reconstruction plans and specifications
44 for direct expenses of the AUTOCAD.
45
46 2 . The Council approved payment in the amount of $474 . 96
47 to Maier Stewart & Associates for engineering services
48 rendered from March 28 , 1993 through April 24 , 1993
49 regarding project supervision for the 1993 improvements
50 construction .
•
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
MAY 25 , 1993
3 PAGE 3
4
5
6 3 . The Council approved payment in the amount of
7 $2 , 200 . 00 to Maier Stewart & Associates for engineering
8 services rendered from March 28 , 1993 to April 24., 1993
9 for testing by American Engineering Testing , Inc . for the
10 1993 street improvements soils report .
11
12 4 . The Council approved payment in the amount of $701 . 26
13 to Maier Stewart & Associates for engineering services
14 rendered from March 28 , 1993 through April 24 , 1993 for
15 the 37th Avenue Northeast plans and specifications .
16
17 B. Brings & Morgan
18
19 The Council approved payment in the amount of $529 . 50 to
20 Briggs & Morgan for professional services rendered
21 representing the City on the permanent treatment system
22 issue .
23
24 City Manager Burt advised payment of this claim has been
25 held as there was a very high charge on an issue he felt
6 was not justified.
28 C. Verified Claims
29
30 The Council approved the four pages of verified claims as
31 submitted by the Finance Director.
32
33 7 . PUBLIC HEARINGS
34
35 A. Street Improvements
36
37 Motion by Marks , second by Enrooth to open the Public Hearing
38 at 7 : 05 p.m.
39
40 Motion carried unanimously
41
42
43 The notice of this Public Hearing was published in the May 12 ,
44 1993 issue of the Bulletin and notices were sent to all
45 affected property owners .
46
47 The project to be discussed at this Public Hearing is for
48 street reconstruction and replacement of water main and storm
49 sewer lines on 31st Avenue from Rankin Road to Old Highway ##8
50 and Croft Drive from Rankin Road to 31st Avenue.
•
I REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING •
2 MAY 25 , 1993
3 PAGE 4
4
5
6 The project also includes a bituminous overlay improvement
7 over the existing pavement on Rankin Road from Old Highway #8
8 to 32nd Avenue and Croft Drive from 31st Avenue to 200 feet
9 along 32nd Avenue beyond the cul-de-sac .
10
11 Tom Madigan , engineering consultant from Maier Stewart &
12 Associates , used overhead graphs to review the projects and
13 associated costs . The first phase of the project was the
14 reconstruction phase on Rankin Road and Croft Drive .
15
16 Mr . Madigan ' s review included the actual reconstruction
17 process which dealt with removal of the existing surface and
18 the proposals for the curb and gutter . He advised there will
19 be no change in road width nor road grade. He did note there
20 had been some concern expressed by two residents regarding
21 their driveways . Mr . Madigan had advised these people special
22 consideration will be given to their situations . As this
23 project is to be done in "established" neighborhoods , there
24 will not have to be consideration for additional driveways nor
25 other activities which would change the street . All utitlity
26 companies have been notified of the proposed projects . They
27 have been requested to do any work necessary on these streets
28 during the reconstruction so they will not have to be dug up
29 again .
30
31 The bids received for this project came in less than the
32 estimated costs shown in the feasibility study and those
33 presented at the neighborhood meetings .
34
35 The assessment policy being proposed for adoption by the City
36 Council for the reconstruction portion of the project is
37 thirty-five percent to be paid by benefitted property owners
38 and sixty-five percent to be paid from City funds .
39
40 The typical lot size in the area of this project is 87 front
41 foot . The unit price being proposed is $27 . 78 per front foot
42 with a $300 charge for the water service to each parcel . The
43 repayment period is for fifteen years at an eight percent
44 annual interest rate.
45
46 Mr. Cochrane, 3420 31st Avenue, requested information as to
47 how the decision to go ahead with the project is made. Mayor
48 Ranallo responded that this decision will be made after the
49 public hearing is closed .
50
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REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
MAY 25 , 1993
3 PAGE 5
4
5 Mr . Madigan also explained the statutorial requirements which
6 must be met for a project to be an assessable project . He
7 advised that tonight there are two public hearings being_. held ,
8 one for the project and one for the assessment .
9
10 Mr .- Cochrane questioned the need for the project . He felt the
11 street condition was not bad enough to warrant replacemlent .
12 Mr . Madigan responded that some of the decision is based on
13 science and some is also subjective and based on judgement and
14 experience . It was also noted that the street surface has
15 bumps, cracks , holes and its driveability is affected . There
16 also appears to be consideable movement of the sewer pipes
17 beneath the street . This was detemined with televising the
18 pipes .
19
20 Joe Sevick , 3505 31st Avenue , inquired if his inground
21 sprinkler system will be affected with this reconstruct ioil .
22 The sprinkler heads are directly adjacent to the curb. Mr .
23 Madigan advised there will be a on-site inspector for this
24 project and Mr . Sevick should make this person aware of the
25 sprinkler system. The contractor should be advised of any
situations which may be affected by the project . Mr. Sevick
.was also advised by staff *he should deal directly with the
28 contractor regarding his intention to do some cement work on
29 his driveway.
30
31 Michael Bye, 3024 Croft Drive, noticed there was a
32 considerable drop in the reconstruction costs from the
33 estimated costs . He inquired if there was also a decrease , in
34 the overlay costs . Mr . Madigan advised there was an error made
35 in the cost sheet for the overlay project . It was figured at
36 a 35/65 % split which was incorrect . It should have been a
37 50/50% split .
38
39 Mr . Bye also noted that an overlay could be done on his street
40 ten times for what the reconstruction is costing. He was
41 advised that ten layers of bituminous could not be applied to
42 the street as it would be so high it would not be drivable .
43
44 Councilmember Enrooth explained that a reconstruction project
45 does more than replace the surface of a street such as the
46 overlay. He noted the sewer and water services are also
47 replaced and the street is reconstructed whereby the subgrade
48 and base under the street is replaced. The sewer pipe on this
49 street has been viewed and it moves a great deal as the area
50 is not secure.
•
1 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING •
2 MAY 25 , 1993
3 PAGE 6
4
5
6
7 The City Manager explained the Pavement Management Plan . Each
8 street in the City is looked at annually and this data is
9 entered into the computer . Cracks , condition of the surface,
10 - general condition-and other significant information is kept on
11 the computer in the Pavement Management Plan . This information
12 is useful when determining the capital improvement projects .
13
14 Councilmember Fleming referred to a letter received from
15 Michael Christenson , 3043 Croft Drive, who questioned the
16 legitimacy of assessing properties on Croft Drive only . He
17 suggested that this street is heavily used and is more an
i8 access road than a residential road . Mr . Christenson requested
19 a traffic count be done on this street and the costs for this
20 improvement be borne by the City as a whole .
21
22 The City Manager advised that there are approximately 600 cars
23 using this street in a twenty-four hour. period . This is the
24 typical usage of a residential street and the majority of its
25 use is by area residents . He noted it does not appear to be
26 used as a shortcut so this is not an issue. Regarding the
27 question of speeders, the City Manager advised that the •
28 typical speeders live in the area.
29
30 Bob Stroncek , 3416 31st Avenue, questioned whether the
31 residents ' objections would have any effect with the Council .
32 The Mayor responded that for sixteen years as a
33 Councilmember/Mayor he has been receiving complaints about the
34 condition of the City' s streets from residents all over the
35 City.
36
37 Mr . Stroncek suggested this issue should be put on referendum
38 for the entire City to vote on . The City Attorney advised the
39 City Council is charged with making this type of decision .
40
41 Joe Sevick supports the reconstruction project and feels the
42 street is "shot" . He also noted he has not heard any viable
43 alternatives to this project except blacktop or concrete, both
44 of which are not acceptable.
45
46
47 Motion by Marks , second by Wagner to close the Public Hearing
48 at 8 : 20 p.m.
49
50 Motion carried unanimously
•
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
2 MAY 25, 1993
3 PAGE 7
4
5
6 Motion by Marks , second by Enrooth to open the Public Hearing
7 at 8 : 20 p .m.
8
9 Motion carried unanimously
10
11 The project to be discussed at this Public Hearing is a
12 bituminous overlay improvement over the existing pavement on
13 Rankin Road from Old Highway #8 to 32nd Avenue and Croft Drive
14 from 31st Avenue to 200 feet along 32nd Avenue beyond the cul-
15 de-sac .
16
17 Mr . Madigan reviewed the project area . The costs will be paid
18 on a fifty-fifty basis between the City and the benefitted
19 property owners .
20
21 On Croft Drive the average lot has an eighty-seven front foot
22 and the assessment is proposed at $3 . 19 per assessable foot .
23 On the Rankin Road overlay project the average lot has a
24 sixty-two front footage and the assessment is proposed at
25 $4 . 16 per assessable foot .
There were no questions from residents in attendance .
28
29 Motion by Wagner, second by Enrooth to close the Public
30 Hearing at 8 : 26 p.m.
31
32 Motion carried unanimously
33
34
35 Motion by Marks , second by Wagner to approve the two projects
36 as presented at the public hearings .
37
38 Councilmember Marks stated that the City Council is
39 responsible for making decisions regarding improvements . He
40 feels these decisions are made based on very reliable
41 information such as the data received from Braun Intertec and
42 from Maier Stewart and Associates . He agrees that the
43 improvements being proposed would give the property owner the
44 highest value for his/her money.
45
46 Councilmember Wagner agreed that the information received from
47 the professional engineers and consultants is very reliable
48 and supportive of the projects going forth .
49
50
1 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING •
2 MAY 25 , 1993
3 PAGE 8
4
5
6 Councilmember Enrooth observed that it has been forty + years
7 since the streets have been put in and they need work . He
8 feels that the Council cannot abdicate its responsibility to
9 make an informed decision on these improvements . He also felt
10 there was an advantage being first for improvements as this
11 type of project will only become more expensive as time goes
12 on .
13
14 Mayor Ranallo noted it is important that the property owners
15 who have voiced their concerns and complaints to him regarding
16 the condition of the City ' s streets be responded to in a
17 proper fashion .
18
19 Motion carried unanimously
20
21
22 B. Assessments for 1993 Street and Utility Improvements
23 (Resolution No . 93-034 )
24
25 Motion by Wagner , second by Marks to open the Public Hearing
26 at 8 : 33 p .m. •
27
28 Motion carried unanimously
29
30 The City Manager reviewed the assessment period for each
31 project and the annual interest rate .
32
33 Councilmember Fleming advised she would like to make the
34 property owners ' share 'of the assessment for the
35 reconstruction project more equitable and suggested that it be
36 changed from a thirty-five percent share to something lower .
37
38 The City Manager advised that the City ' s financial advisor,
39 Springsted, Inc . , recommended the percentage for property
40 owners go no lower than thirty-five percent . He reviewed the
41 reasons given by Bob Thistle of Springsted, Inc . There would
42 be considerable risk involved if this decrease were
43 implemented.
44
45 Dorothea Higgins , 3409 31st Avenue, felt the front footage
46 noted on her statement was incorrect . She inquired if she
47 would be charged what is stated on her invoice or would it
48 increase if it is determined that her property has more front
49 footage . She was advised her charge is what will be stated on
50 her invoice.
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
MAY 25 , 1993
3 PAGE 9
4
5
6 Two letters were .received from property owners and placed on
7 file. They were from Michael Christenson , 3043 Croft Drive and
8 Russell Nohrenberg, 3101 Croft Drive . Residents were advised
9 to avoid paying interest the assessment must be paid by the
i0 end of the year .
11
12 Motion by Marks , second by Enrooth to close the Public Hearing
13 at 9 : 50 p .m.
14
15 Motion carried unanimously
16
17 The City Manager advised that the public hearing for the
18 overlay project will be held when the project is completed .
19 There was an error made in the notices sent to property owners
20 which stated the City would be paying 350 of the assessment .
21 The correct percentage is fifty percent . The corrected notice
22 will be sent by Maier Stewart and Associates .
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24 Motion by Marks , second by Wagner to approve Resolution No .
25 93-034 being a resolution adopting and confirming assessments
26 for various public improvements .
41 The City Attorney advised that a property owner has thirty
29 days from the date of this public hearing to appeal the
30 assessment . A written or oral objection must have been filed
31 at the public hearing tonight . The appeal has to be filed in
32 District Court and the property owner would have to retain the
33 services of an attorney. An appraisal would have to be
34 conducted which would have to prove the assessment cost is
35 more than the benefit to the property. The City Attorney felt
36 it would be highly unlikely that a judgement could be won by
37 the property owner .
38
39 Motion carried unanimously
40
41
42 B . REPORTS
43
44 A. City Council
45
46 1 . _Report of Councilmember Waciner
47
48 Councilmember Wagner had nothing to report at this time .
49
50
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I REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING •
2 MAY 25 , 1993
3 PAGE 10
4
5
6 2 . Report of Councilmember Fleming
7
8 Councilmember Fleming advised that the Northwest Youth
9 and Family Services Bureau is sponsoring a project
10 entitled "Reflect Respect . " The planning of this project
11 will commence on Thursday , June 3rd at the Roseville High
12 School .
13
14 Councilmember Fleming expressed her dismay in there being
15 no announcement of tonight ' s public hearings in any of
16 the three newspapers which service the City . She felt the
17 Bulletin was the worst offender in that it is the City ' s
18 official newspaper .
19
20 The City Manager had sent a press release to all three
21 papers . He also contacted the Bulletin reporter and
22 requested she be responsible for having this press
23 release placed in the paper . This was not done .
24
25 Mayor Ranallo did note that there was the official notice
26 of public hearing printed in the paper and also posted in
27 City Hall so publication requirments for a public hearing
28 were met .
29
30 3 . Report of Councilmember Marks
31
32 Councilmember Marks received a phone call from a resident
33 on 36th Avenue east of Silver Lake Road. The caller noted
34 there was tree trimming being done in the area which
35 appeared to be excessive . Councilmember Marks viewed the
36 area and felt it was excessive as well .
37
38 The City Manager advised that a private contractor does
39 tree trimming for Northern States Power and the City
40 trims trees which are in the right-of-way. He will check
41 on who is doing this work .
42
43 Councilmember Enrooth noted that some trees are trimmed
44 way back and leaves come out very quickly . The appearance
45 of an excessive trimming can be misleading.
46
47 The City Manager also advised that an infestation of bugs
48 is being experienced in the City ' s ash trees . While some
49 of the leaves are falling off , the City Manager stated
50 the tree will not die from this infestation .
40 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
MAY 25, 1993
3 PAGE 11
4
5
6 4 . Report of Councilmember Enrooth
7
8 There was a Village Fest Committee meeting on May 24th
9 with many residents in attendance : Activities are
10 becoming more c.lear-ly def fined and there wi I I be a pancake
i1 breakfast as in the past and an ice cream social . Logo
12 designs are being reviewed and one will be chosen for
13 buttons and t-shirts .
14
15 5 . Report of Mayor Ranallo
16
17 The Mayor and Management Assistant completed a thirty
18 minute tape for cable television entitled "St . Anthony
19 Today and Tomorrow. " One of the topics discussed was the
20 1992/1993 goals of the City Council .
21
22 B. Report of the City Manager
23 -
24 The City Manager had nothing to report at this tine .
25
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9 . NEW BUSINESS
29 A. Leaaue of Minnesota Cities Insurance Renewal
30
31 Mr . Myron Koplat of American Risk Services presented the
32 League' s proposal for insurance coverage for the City from
33 June 1 , 1993 through May 31 , 1994 .
34
35 The proposal reflects a 13 . 76% increase over 1992 which is due
36 primarily to increases in workers compensation and liquor
37 liability coverage .
38
39 Staff recommendations included alternative coverage for
40 workers compensation and liquor liability which would save
41 $30 , 191 in proposed premiums .
42
43 Some members of the Council were uncomfortable with the
44 reduction being proposed for liquor liability. Mr . Koplat
45 noted that liquor liability claims are very difficult to
46 predict actuarially. The City Manager suggested that the
47 higher coverage for liquor liability remain so this year ' s
48 experience can be reviewed when insurance is being considered
49 next year.
50.
I REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
2 MAY 25 , 1993
3 PAGE 12
4
5
6 Motion by Marks , second by Rana 110 to approve the League of
7 Minnesota Cities Insurance Trust renewal with the provisio tht
8 the workers compensation alternative be accepted but not the
9 alternative regarding liquor liability .
10
11
12 Motion carried unanimously
13
14
15 B . Approval of Preliminary/Final Plat for 3901/3909 Silver
16 Lake Road - Hellikson Addition
17
18 The proposed building and parking area meets all requirements
19 for commercial zoning. The subdivion/plat approval is
20 necessary for the tax increment financing proposal .
21
22 A memo dated May 21 , 1993 was received from Bill Soth , the
23 City Attorney, which addressed many issues regarding this plat
24 approval request . These issues were discussed .
25
26 Motion by Enrooth, second by Marks to approve the •
27 subdivision/plat request for 3901/3909 Sivler Lake Road with
28 the approval being based on the recommendations of the City
29 Attorney as noted in his May 21 , 1993 memo and that there be
30 drainage easements as identified by the City Attorney behind
31 the swale on the property which is behind the Lee property.
32
33
34 Motion carried unanimously
35
36
37 C. Award Ouotes for 1993 Road Materials and Water Supplies
38
39 Motion by Marks , second by Enrooth to award the following
40 bids :
41
42 Aggregate quote to Barton Sand & Gravel Company
43
44 Oil quote to Koch Materials Company
45
46 Blacktop quote to Midwest Asphalt (summer mix ) and T.A.
47 Shifsky & Sons (winter mix )
48
49 Concrete quote to Wyatt Ready Mix
50
40 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
MAY 25 , 1993
3 PAGE 13
4
5
6 Water Supplies to Henry and Associates (water meters ) and
7 Northern Water Works (all other water products )
a
9 Motion carried unanimously
10
it D. Ordinance No. 1993-004 ; Re : Severance Pay ( first readincl)
12
13 Motion by Marks , second by Wagner to approve the first reading
14 of Ordinance No . 1993-004 being an ordinance relating to
15 severance pay ; amending Section 300 . 10 of the 1993 St . Anthony
16 Code of Ordinances .
17
18 Motion carried unanimously
19
20
21 E. Ordinance No . 1993-005 ; Re : Licensing Fees ( first
22 reading)
23
24 Motion by Marks , second by Wagner to approve the first reading
25 of Ordinance No. 1993-005 being an ordinance relating to
gyp' licensing fees ; amending Section 615 . 06 of the 1993 St .
�j Anthony Code of Ordinances .
28
29 Motion carried unanimously
30
31 F. Ordinance No. 1993-006 ; Re : Parking During Snow Removal
32 (first reading)
33
34 Motion by Marks , second by Wagner to approve the first reading
35 of Ordinance No. 1993-006 being an ordinance relating to
36 parking during snow removal ; amending Section 920 . 07 of the
37 1993 St . Anthony Code of Ordinances .
38
39 Motion carried unanimously
40
41 G. Resolution No. 93-033 ; Re: Lease of Space in the
42 Community Center with Minnesota Swimming
43
44 Motion by Marks , second by Enrooth to approve Resolution No .
45 93-033 being a resolution approving the lease between the City
46 of St . Anthony and Minnesota Swimming and authorizing the
47 Mayor and City Manager to execute the lease on behalf of the
48 City.
49
50 Motion carried unanimously
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3 PAGE 14
4
5
6 H . Resolution No . 93-035 ; Re : Pavement Rehabilitation for
7 37th Avenue from Silver Lake Road to Stinson Boulevard
8 (State Aid Road )
_ 9
10 Motion by Fleming, second by Marks to approve Resolution No .
11 93-035 being a resolution directing Maier Stewart & Associates
i2 to request a variance from the Minnesota Commissioner of
13 Transportation .
14
15 Motion carried unanimously
16
17 10 . UNFINISHED BUSINESS
18
19 A. Ordinance 1993-003 ; Re: Untimely Water Meter Readings and
20 Water Bill Payments
21
22 Motion by Wagner , second by Enrooth to approve the third
23 reading and adoption of Ordinance No . 1993-003 being an
24 ordinance relating to untimely water meter readings and
25 delinquent water bill payments ; amending Sections 610 . 09 and
26 610 . 10 of the 1993 St . Anthony Code of Ordinances .
27
28 Motion carried unanimously
29
30 11 . ADJOURNMENT
31
32 Motion by Marks , second by Enrooth to adjourn the meeting at
33 9 : 5.0 p.m.
34
35 Motion carried unanimously
36
37
38 Respectfully submitted,
39
40
41 Jo-Anne Student , Council Secretary
42
43
44
45 Mayor Clarence Ranallo.
46
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48 ATTEST:
49 City Clerk
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CITY OF ST. ANTHONY
3 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
4
5 MAY 11 , 1993
6
7 1 . CALL TO ORDER
8
9 The meeting was called to order at 7 : 00 p.m. by Mayor Ranallo.
10 Members of Boy Scout Troup #1*53 , Viking Council , led the
11 Pledge of Allegiance.
12
13 2 . ROLL CALL
14
15 Council Present : Mayor Ranallo and Councilmembers Marks ,
16 Enrooth , Fleming and Wagner
17
18 Staff Present : City Manager Burt and Management Assistant
19 Urbia
20
21 3 . APPROVAL OF CONTINUED BOARD OF REVIEW MINUTES - APRIL 27 , 1993
22
23 Motion by Marks , second by Enrooth to approve the minutes of
24 the April 27 , 1993 Continued Board of Review as presented and
25 there were no corrections .
26
0 Motion carried unanimously
29
30 4 . APPOVAL OF MAY 11 , 1993 COUNCIL AGENDA
31
32 Motion by Enrooth, second by Marks to approve the agenda for
33 the May 11 , 1993 Council Meeting with the additions of a
34 report o-n the proposed assessment policy and a report on the
35 Lauderdale Police Service. These items were added to the
36 Manager ' s Report .
37
38 Motion carried unanimously
39
40 5. APPROVAL OF APRIL 27 , 1993 COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES_
41
42 Motion by Marks , second by Enrooth to approve the minutes of
43 the April 27 , 1993 Council Meeting with the following
44 corrections :
45
46 page 2 , line 22 : The amount paid to Julee Quarve-Peterson
47 should be corrected to $800 . 01 .
48 page 2 , line 43 : Delete "drilling" and replace with "capping"
49
50 Motion carried unanimously
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2 MAY 11 , 1993
3 PAGE 2
4
5
6 6 . LICENSE/PERMITS/PETITIONS
7
8 Contractor ' s Licenses
9
10 Motion by Marks , second by Fleming to approve the contractor ' s
11 - - license applications submitted by Neeck Construction, Inc . of
12 Moundsview, Mn . and Reliable Tree Service, Inc . of Fridley,
13 Mn .
14
15 Motion carried unanimously
16
1.7 3 . 2 On - Sale Beer License
18
19 Motion by Enrooth, second by Fleming to approve the 3 . 2 On-
20 Sale beer license application submitted by Bakers Square
21 (Owner : VICORP Restaurants , Inc . , Denver, Colorado) .
22
23 Councilmember Marks felt this license and a wine license would
24 remove the "family" nature of this restaurant .
25
26 Roll call: Enrooth , Fleming, Wagner , Ranallo - aye
27 Marks - nay •
28
29 Motion carries
30
31 Wine On - Sale License
32
33 Motion by Enrooth, second by Fleming to approve the wine On-
34 Sale license application submitted by Bakers Square (Owner:
35 VICORP Restaurants , Inc . , Denver , Colorado) .
36
37 Councilmember Wagner inquired if there are wine licenses at
38 any other Baker Square Restaurants . Burt responded this is the
39 first location in the area for which one has been requested .
40 He noted that others have been applied for in the City but
41 have not been pursued.
42
43 The approved license will be sent to the State of Minnesota
44 Department of Public Health, Liquor Control Division for final
45 approval .
46
47 Roll call : Enrooth, Fleming, Wagner, Ranallo - aye
48 Marks - nay
49
50 Motion carries
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3 PAGE 3
4
5 Temporary 3 . 2 Beer & Wine Permits
6
7 Motion by Fleming, second by Wagner to approve the permit
8 applications for temporary 3 . 2 beer and wine submitted by
9 Village Fest , Inc . for July 23rd & 24th for use in Central
10 Park (pending proof of liquor liability insurance) and 'for a
11 family picnic hosted by Dennis Fagerlee for June 5th in
12 Central Park .
13
14 Roll call : Enrooth , Fleming, Wagner , Ranallo - aye
15 Marks - nay
16
17 Motion carries
18
19 Petition for a Three-Way Stop
20
21 A petition requesting a three-way stop sign at 31st Avenue and
22 Harding Street was received by staff . Residents in the area
23 are concerned with speed and neighborhood children ' s safety .
24
25 Tim Mezzenga was in attendance at the meeting representing
26 property owners in the neighborhood . He reinforced the
0 concerns of his neighbors . He noted that if the signs were
installed there would be some on-street parking lost for some
29 of the residents .
30
31 The City Manager noted that to install stop signs traffic
32 warrants must be met . Criteria of the warrants are traffic
33 volume and a certain number of accidents . He felt there are
34 seldom residential streets where warrant tests are met . He
35 also observed that the City would take partial liability if
36 warrants are not met and stop signs are installed anyway .
37
38 Councilmember Fleming cited the example of a stop sign on 27th
39 Avenue near St . Charles School that is not effective.
40
41 The City Manager sent letters to all residents who would be
42 affected by the installation of stop signs at 31st Avenue and
43 Harding Street . Only one phone call. was generated by the
44 letter and that caller had no opinion .
45
46 Motion by Ranallo, second by Wagner to approve the
47 installation of a three-way stop sign at 31st Avenue and
48 Harding Street .
49
50 Motion carried unanimously
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2 MAY 11 , 1993
3 PAGE 4
4
5
6 7 . PRESENTATION OF CLAIMS
7
8 A. Dorsey & Whitney Law Firm
9
10 Motion by Marks , second by Enrooth to approve payment in
11 the amount of $1 , 146 . 40 to Dorsey & Whitney law firm for
12 professional services rendered through March 31 , 1993 for
13 various legal matters .
14
15 Motion carried unanimously
16
17 B. Hance & LeVahn Law Firm
18
19 Motion by Marks , second by Enrooth to approve payment in
20 th amount of $2 , 400 . 00 to Hance & LeVahn law firm for
21 professional services rendered relative to St . Anthony
22 prosecutions .
23
24 Motion carried .unanimously
25
26 C . Verified Claims
27
28 Motion by Wagner , second by Marks to approve the five
29 pages of verified claims as prepared by the Finance
30 Director .
31
32 Motion carried unanimously
33
34 8 . REPORTS
35
36 A. Maier Stewart & Associates - Road Improvements
37
38 The Mayor advised this presentation is for informational
39 purposes only and no formal Council action will be taken . He
40 noted there is a public hearing scheduled for May 25th to
41 discuss these proposed road improvements .
42
43 Tom Madigan , representing Maier Stewart & Associates , advised
44 that bids for the 1993 street improvement projects were
45 received from six firms . The bids from the three lowest
46 bidders were distributed to members of the City Council .
47
48 W. B. Miller, Inc . of Ramsey, Minnesota submitted the lowest
49 bid for the 1993 street and utility improvements . Maier
50 Stewart & Associates recommends awarding the bid to this firm.
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3 PAGE 5
4
5 Mr . Madigan advised that this firm has not previously worked
6 in St . Anthony Village but his firm has worked on projects
7 with W. B. Miller , Inc . and found their work satisfactory . He
8 also noted that they are a well established and reputable
9 contractor .
10
11 - Mr . Madigan reviewed all parts of the project which numbered
12 six . They are Rankin Road overlay , Croft Drive overlay, 31st
13 Avenue reconstruction , Croft Drive reconstruction , storm sewer
14 improvements and watermain improvements .
15
16 Mr . Madigan compared the project costs for each project
17 between the feasibility study and the low bid received . All of
18 the bid costs are lower than those in the feasibility study
19 projected estimates .
20
21 He noted that costs for the Coolidge Street and 27th Avenue
22 relocation project were included in the bid but were not
23 included in the comparison costs as the costs are not being
24 assessed .
25
26 There was some discussion regarding what materials should be
used for the storm sewer . Mr . Madigan stated, his firm would
recommend using polyethylene (HDPE) pipe as there would be a
29 considerable cost savings realized.
30
31 The project scheduled was reviewed from the time the bids were
32 received until the construction was complete .
33
34 Mr . Madigan had hoped the bids would have come in lower but
35 felt the time delay of two weeks accounted for the increase .
36 He recommended that the bids for 1994 projects go out in
37 February of that year rather than later .
38
39 Mr. Madigan contacted eleven other municipalities regarding
40 their assessment -policies . Each one of them differed in the
41 percentages they paid and one city assessed at 100% .
42
43 Members of the Council had questions regarding the costs
44 differences between concrete and bituminous . Mr . Madigan
45 advised that neither Minneapolis nor St . Paul nor any other
46 metropolitan suburb is putting in concrete. He showed graphs
47 which tracked costs over a fifty year period for concrete and
48 bituminous . Over a long period of time concrete and its
49 maintenance is less expensive than bituminous .
50
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4
5
6 The City Manager stated that the average of the City ' s streets
7 is thirty-five years and this is the first time reconstruction
8 is being addressed . He also stated that the recommendations
9 of the Road Task Force are being followed .
10
11 Mr . Madigan- "noted that technology was different when some of -
12 these streets were built . Some of the concrete streets put in
13 many years ago have failed for a number of reasons . He felt
14 some measures can be taken to prolong the life of both
15 concrete and bituminous streets .
16
17 At its recent work session , the Council had considered
18 changing the assessment rate for property owners from 50% to
19 25% . The City Manager contacted Springsted Financial Advisor ,
20 Bob Thistle, for his recommendation regarding an assessment
21 policy .
22
23 Mr . Thistle cautioned against using the 25% proposal in that
24 it is too close to the minimum of 20% . Other considerations
25 should be avoiding having general obligation bonds in excess
26 of 2% and avoid the risk of having a project which comes in
27 less than the 20% necessary to assess for improvements which •
28 were bonded for .
29
30 Councilmember Enrooth recommended that the assessment policy
31 be a 35%/65% split on this project except for the overlay
32 which will be a 50%/50% split .
33
34 Motion by Wagner, second by Enrooth to approve Resolution No.
35 93-032 being a resolution amending the assessment policy of
36 the City of St . Anthony.
37
38 Motion carried unanimously
39
40
41 Mr . Madigan noted that the work on 37th Avenue will be
42 delayed. This project will require a variance as the width of
43 the street does not meet the Minnesota_ State Aid requirements .
44
45
46 B. Planning Commission - April 18 , 1993
47
48 Commissioner Madden was in attendance representing the
49 Planning Commission .
50
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MAY 11 , 1993
3 PAGE 7
4
1 . Plat Approval for 27th Avenue and Coolidge Street Road
7 Improvements
8
9 The City Manager advised that the triangular shaped parcel
10 near the Bona service station in not identified as being
11 vacated on the plat . It is still shown. as right-of-way . He
12 also noted that he recently met with Mr . Bona and his legal
13 counsel and an agreement is very closed to being finalized .
14
15 Motion by Enrooth , second by Wagner to concur with the
16 Planning Commission ' s recommendation to approve the
17 preliminary plat for the 27th Avenue/Coolidge Street area .
18
19 Motion carried unanimously
20
21 2 . Sian Variance Request - Northaate Office Park, 2500
22 Hiahway #88
23
24 Commissioner Madden stated the issue regarding this variance
25 request is whether or not there is a hardship .
Council'member Marks mentioned that a hardship could mean a
8 peculiarly shaped lot or topography .
29
30 The City Manager noted that the previous variance granted for
31 a sign at this location wa-s based on there being a hardship.
32 While he recognized that there is precedence for granting this
33 request he stated there was some concern regarding the
34 validity for granting it the first time .
35
36 Motion by Marks , second by Enrooth to accept the Planning
37 Commission ' s recommendation and deny the _request for a sign
38 variance based on there being no legal hardship .
39
40
41 Motion carried unanimously
42
43 3 . Plannina Commission By-Laws
44
45 Commissioner Madden stated he is not prepared to discuss the
46 matter of the Planning Commission By-Laws .
47
48 The City Manager reviewed material which addressed an
49 "abstention" vote by a member of the Planning Commission .
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3 PAGE 8
4
5 This was for informational purposes only . No Council
6 action was taken .
7
8 C . Reports of the City Council
9
10 1 . Report of' Councilmember Wanner
11
12 Councilmember Wagner attended the recent board meeting of
13 the Apache Plaza Merchants Association . He reported that
14 a statement was made which suggested the City is delaying
15 the final plans for the CUB Store in that a walkway is
16 being requested . Supposedly, this walkway is to be
17 located between the CUB Store and the shopping center .
18
19 Councilmember Wagner corrected this misinformation in
20 that the walkway is being opposed by the CUB store
21 representatives and not the City .
22
23 He noted that the Association continues to do a very good
24 job of planning events in the shopping center which
25 attract large numbers of people . One of these events was
26 a Health Fair which attracted 3 , 000 people .
27
28 Councilmember Wagner attended a meeting of the Community
29 Service Advisory Council . School Superintendent Rolig is
30 conducting a very thorough analysis of -the needs at the
31 Community Center and of Wilshire Park School .
32
33 Mayor Ranallo stated that the school ' s lease for use of
34 the Community Center expires on November •lst . City
35 Manager Burt noted that the City ' s Finance Director has
36 advised him that the operating costs of the Center have
37 increased substantially since the initial lease was
38 signed .
39
40 2 . Report of Councilmember Flemina
41
42 Councilmember Fleming received a call from a resident of
43 Walker Residence regarding the drive through traffic
44 behind the bowling alley. Most of this traffic appears to
45 be going to the Town & Country Market .
46
47 The City Manager recalled there had been a sign posted
48 which cautioned this was not a drive through. It had been
49 knocked down . Hennepin County has indicated it intends to
50 place a barrier in that location .
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MAY 11 , 1993
3 PAGE 9
4
5 3 . Report of Councilmember Marks
6
7 Councilmember Marks advised that it appears two citizens
8 of Salo, Finland will be coming to visit St . Anthony this
9 summer . Salo is St . Anthony' s Sister City .
10
11 Originally, about forty people indicated an interest in
12 visiting the City. Councilmember. Marks felt the severe
13 economic problems being experienced currently in Finland
14 made it difficult for others to visit . He noted there is
15 twenty percent unemployment in Salo and the .country ' s
16 currency has been devalued twenty percent . Also, the
17 currency exchange agreement was cancelled by Russia which
18 was Finland ' s larget trading partner .
19
20 4 . Report of Councilmember Enrooth
21
22 Councilmember Enrooth advised that the City ' s Clean-Up
23 Day was very successful . He thanked the members of the
24 Council and staff who participated . Urbia noted there was
25 approximately $2 , 200 realized in revenue .
26
Councilmember Enrooth declir=d reappointment to the Board
of Directors of the Association of Metropolitan
29 Municipalities . He has served two and one half years .
30
31 The Hennepin County Solid Waste Management Master Plan
32 has been completed. Councilmember Enrooth participated in
33 drafting this document .
34
35 Councilmember Enrooth has received complaints regarding
36 dogs running loose in the City ' s parks as well as their
37 owners not cleaning up after them. The City Manager will
38 prepare a press release regarding this matter .
39
40 Councilmember Enrooth has been advised that one of the
41 school ' s parking lots was being swept between 2 : 00 and
42 4 : OO a .m. He questioned the timing. of this procedure. The
43 City Manager will follow through on this but stated he is
44 unaware that the City did this .
45
46 Mayor Ranallo observed a number of non-residents taking
47 advantage of the City' s Clean-Up Day . He even noticed a
48 truck come and leave off construction materials . He
49 questioned what could be done to eliminate non-resident
50 participation .
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4
5
6 Councilmember Enrooth recalled that last year
7 identification was required to participate in the clean
8 up . There could be a surcharge for non-residents . The
9 Mayor suggested that a "Resident Only" sign could be
10 located at the clean up site .
11
12 Urbia advised that no tax dollars were used from the
13 General Fund for the Clean Up Day .
14
15 5 . Report of Mayor Ranallo
16
17 Mayor Ranallo noticed that the sidewalk adjacent to the
18 Lowry Grove Trailer Court has been dug up and it will be
19 thirty days before a new one is installed .
20
21 The City Manager advised this timetable is necessary
22 because the base must dry out . He also noted that
23 equipment which was too large was used to dig up the
24 sidewalk .
25
26 The Mayor had concerns regarding safety of the children
27 in the area . He requested that the Police Department be
28 aware of the potential safety problems and be alert .
29
30 The Mayor has also noticed people rollerblading on City
31 streets . He inquired what the City' s liability may be if
32 one of these people is injured .
33
34 The, City Manager will contact. the City Attorney for
35 additional information associated with rolle,rblading on
36 City streets and liability .
37
38 D. Report of the City Manacier
39
40 1 . AMM Annual Meeting
41
42 The annual meeting of the Association of Metropolitan
43 Municipalities is scheduled for May 26th. The City
44 Manager requested any Councilmembers interested in
45, attending notify him. The deadline for registration is
46 May 21st .
47
48
49 2 . Lauderdale Police Contract
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4
5
6 The City Manager met with the Police Chief and the
7 Finance Director to discuss the costs which would be
8 associated with supplying police service to the City of
9 Lauderdale .
10
11 Lauderdale will not be paying the start up costs which
12 will include training and fringe benefits for the three
13 officers who would be hired .
14
15 The City Manager recommended that St . Anthony withdraw
16 from consideration for the City of Lauderdale police
17 service . He felt this commitment would impact severally
18 on the services available to residents of St . Anthony and
19 the budget could not handle the extra expenses involved .
20
21 There was a consensus among the Councilmembers that this
action should no longer be pursued and to withdraw the
= City ' s name from consideration for the contract .
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25 8 . PUBLIC HEARINGS
26
IThere were no public hearings .
29 9 . NEW BUSINESS
30
31 A. Resolution No. 93-031 - Street Improvements
32
33 Motion by Enrooth, second by Marks to approve Resolution No .
34 93-031 which is a resolution of the St . Anthony City Council
?5 directing advertising for bids for 37th Avenue and Penrod Lane
36 concrete street rehabilitation .
37
38 Motion carried unanimously
39
40 10 . UNFINISHED BUSINESS
41
42 A. Ordinance No. 1993-003 - Delinquent Readings & Payments
43
44 Motion by Wagner, second by Marks to approve the second
45 reading of Ordinance No. 1993-003 being an ordinance relating
to untimely water meter readings and delinquent water bill
47 payments ; amending Sections 610 . 09 and 610 . 10 of the 1993 St .
48 Anthony Code of Ordinances .
49
50 Motion carried unanimously
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4
5
6 B . Miscellaneous Issues
7
8 1 . The City Manager advised that three errors were found
9 so far in the recodified City Code.
10
11 2 . Councilmember Enrooth noted that Stu Bonniwell had
12 conducted the audit of the AMM. This organization was
13 very impressed with his service. Mr . Bonniwell conducts
14 the audit for St . Anthony.
15
16 3 . Mayor Ranallo referred the Councilmembers to the City
17 Manager ' s memo regarding consolidation of some of the
18 City' s polling places . This is not permitted by statute .
19
20 11 . ADJOURNMENT
21
22 Motion by Marks , second by Wagner to adjourn the meeting at
23 9 : 05 p.m.
24
25 Motion carried unanimously
26
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28 Respectfully submitted,
29
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31 Jo-Anne Student , Council Secretary
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36 Mayor Clarence Ranallo
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40 City Clerk
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