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CITY OF ST. ANTHONY
PLANNING COMMISSION WORK SESSION AGENDA
May 21 , 1996
7:00 P.M.
Room 9*
I. HOUSING MAINTENANCE CODE; DISCUSSION.
A. Review of City's Ordinance.
1 . Chapter One; General Provisions.
2. Chapter Twelve; Nuisances Defined and Regulated.
3. Chapter Thirteen, Section 1335; Housing Maintenance and
Occupancy.
B. Staff Report.
1 . Recent violation letters.
2. Reoccurring violations.
ll. ST. ANTHONY COMPREHENSIVE PLAN UPDATE.
III. OTHER BUSINESS.
IV. ADJOURNMENT.
PLEASE NOTE: THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING WILL BE IN ROOM 9.
The April 16th Planning Commission minutes are included for your information,
however, because this is a work session, the minutes will be approved at the next
regular Planning Commission meeting.
1 CITY OF ST. ANTHONY
2 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES
3 APRIL 16, 1996
4 I. CALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE.
5 The meeting was called to order and the Pledge of Allegiance was led by Chair Bergstrom
6 at 7:01 p.m.
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s II. ROLL CALL.
9 Commissioners present: Chair Bergstrom, Commissioners Delmonico, Franzese,
10 Gondorchin, Horst, and Thompson.
11 Commissioners absent: Commissioner Makowske
12 Also present: Kim Moore-Sykes, Management Assistant; Cathy Sorensen,
13 Recording Secretary.
14 III.. : APPROVAL OF THE APRIL 16, 1996, PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA.
15 Motion by Thompson, seconded by Franzese,to approve the Planning Commission Agenda
16 for April 16, 1996, as presented.
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18 Motion carried unanimously.
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20 IV. APPROVAL OF MARCH 19, 1996, PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES.
21 Page 6, Line 13, change "The decision was made to word the language as 'beverages,
22 including alcohol....' as part of the text." to "The decision was made to word the language as
23 'beverages, ....' as part of the text." (i.e., no change was made to the original text.)
24 Page 8, Line 20, change "Commissioner Franzese inquired of the status of the American
25 Monarch building." to "Commissioner Franzese inquired of the status of the potential
26 development east of the American Monarch building."
27 Correct the header on each page to March 19, 1996.
28 Motion by Franzese, seconded by Delmonico, to approve the Planning Commission minutes
29 of March 19, 1996, as corrected.
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Planning Commission Regular Meeting Minutes
April 16, 1996
Page 2
1 Motion carried unanimously.
2 V. DESIGNATION OF PLANNING COMMISSION REPRESENTATIVE.
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4 Commissioner Gondorchin was appointed as the Planning Commission representative for the
5 Tuesday, April 23, 1996, City Councitmeeting.
6 VI. PUBLIC HEARING.
8 Variance Request - The Village Commons, Nedegaard Construction
9 Chair Bergstrom opened the public hearing at 7:07 p.m. Ms. Kim Moore-Sykes,
10 Management Assistant, made the following report to the Commission:
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12 Bruce Nedegaard, President of Nedegaard Custom Homes, notified staff that the surveyor
13 had made an error and as a result determined that the hearth rooms of the twin home units
14 on Lots 8 and 10 could not be built because each unit extended nine feet into the rear yard
15 setbacks of the lots. In a letter submitted to Staff, Mr.Nedegaard explained that without the
16 hearth rooms for these units,he will be unable to sell them. The hearth rooms were designed
1 as additional living space with a fireplace and built in cabinetry. These features cannot be
18 incorporated into the floor plan without the inclusion of the hearth room.
19 The ordinance states that the rear setbacks for twin homes is to be 25 feet from the property
20 line. If the hearth rooms are built, they will be 16 feet from the property line. Lot 8 is
21 situated directly south of the Evergreen Townhomes complex and Lot 10 is southeast of the
22 Reid property.
23 Staff supports a recommendation of approval by the Planning Commission of the nine foot
24 variance requests for Lots 8 and 10. The Minnesota Statutes require that requests for
25 variances meet the following "undue hardship" criteria:
26 1. The property cannot be put to reasonable use. Mr. Nedegaard has stated in his letter
27 that if the request for the variances is denied, he will not be able to sell the units.
28 Since the replatting of the lots was approved based on a survey showing proper lot
29 lines and twin home footprints within setbacks, denial of the variance requests would
30 not allow the property to be put to its intended or reasonable use.
31 2. Circumstances causing the hardship were not created by the owner. Because the
32 request for the nine foot variances is based on an error apparently made by their
33 surveyor,the circumstances causing this situation were not created by Mr.Nedegaard.
Planning Commission Regular Meeting Minutes
April 1.6, 1996
Page 3
1 3. The variance will not alter the character of the locality. If granted, the variances will
2 not cause an alteration of the established residential character of the area.
3 Strict enforcement of the setback requirements would, therefore, cause undue hardship.
4 Chair Bergstrom closed the public hearing at 7:16 p.m.
5 Chair Bergstrom inquired if the original preliminary plat depicted 16 foot setbacks on the lot
6 lines. Ms. Moore-Sykes replied that the preliminary plat depicted 25 foot setbacks, and that
7 the hearth rooms were within the 25 foot setbacks.
8 Commissioner Franzese inquired if the Reids had been notified of this public hearing and if
= 9 ' there were any comments. Ms. Moore-Sykes stated everyone within a 350 foot radius had
10 been notified and no one had contacted City Hall regarding this public hearing.
11 Bruce Nedegaard, President of Nedegaard Custom Homes, reviewed the-plat map with the
12 Planning Commission. Discussion was held on the intended location of the hearth rooms.
13 Commissioner Franzese inquired if the original blueprints showed the correct location of the
14 hearth rooms. Mr. Nedegaard stated the blueprints were correct, but the survey is not. He
15 stated the hearth room locations throughout the entire subdivision are incorrect, but that only
16 Lots 8 and 10 are not within the required setbacks.
17 Chair Bergstrom inquired if a new plat will have to be filed. Mr. Nedegaard replied he
18 would not have to file a new plat, as this affects the rear yard setbacks only.
19 Commissioner Gondorchin stated the criteria for reasonable use and circumstances created
20 by the owner could be argued. He stated that the units could indeed be used as originally
21 intended without the hearth rooms, and that even though the owner personally did not create
22 the hardship, an individual acting on the owner's behalf did.
23 Chair Bergstrom agreed with Commissioner Gondorchin's argument, but felt the Planning
24 Commission would not be setting a precedent nor negatively affect the community if the
25 variance was approved.
26 Commissioner Franzese disagreed with Commissioner Gondorchin's argument, and stated
27 unreasonable use is anything other than the original intended use, and that the owner
28 personally did not create the hardship.
Planning Commission Regular Meeting Minutes
April 16, 1996
Page 4
1 Motion by Franzese, seconded by Thompson, to approve the nine foot variance request for
2 the Village Commons, Nedegaard Construction, as presented, based on meeting the three
3 criteria for variances and that the neighbors voiced no concern.
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5 Motion carried unanimously.
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~ 7 VII. PROPOSED CONDITIONAL PERMITTED USES CHANGES.
8 a. Draft of Memo to Council Regarding Recommendations
9 Chair Bergstrom reviewed the changes made at the last Planning Commission meeting and
10 asked if there were any other changes. He stated the memo will be forwarded to the City
11 Council for their review.
12 VIII. HOUSING MAINTENANCE/BEAUTIFICATION PLAN.
13 Chair Bergstrom reported to the Planning.Commission that one of the goals identified from
14 the City goal setting retreat was housing maintenance and beautification plan. He stated that
15 it was agreed upon that most of the individual resident housing problems reoccur with the
16 same individuals, and discussion was held on whether to create existing codes or to enforce
17 the current ones. Chair Bergstrom stated the City Council has assigned the Planning
18 Commission to review and make recommendations on a City-wide housing maintenance
19 program by June 1, 1996.
20 Commissioner Franzese stated that additional codes are put in the book, but that it takes City
21 interaction to see that they are enforced.
22 Chair Bergstrom suggested beginning with the quantity and type of complaints received by
23 the City on housing code violations. He stated the Planning Commission could review this
24 data and determine if the problems are widespread or if it is indeed the same individuals that
25 are not following the code.
26 Commissioner Delmonico inquired if there was any history of complaints available for
27 review. Ms. Moore-Sykes replied there was no data compiled, but that it does appear to be
28 the same individuals. She stated that complaints are received by either Judy Monson or
29 Larry Hamer, Public Works Director, and then letters are sent informing the resident
30 of the need for compliance with the code.
31 Chair Bergstrom inquired regarding the success of the current program. He stated that the
32 City's only course after notification is court proceedings, and the City is reluctant to do this.
Planning Commission Regular Meeting Minutes
April 16, 1996
Page 5
1 Commissioner Gondorchin agreed that the solution is not additional codes. He stated that
2 identifying the problems and individuals is the first step, and new codes could be added
3 during the process, if needed. He suggested lawn contests, volunteer house painting groups,
4 and City-backed low interest loans as methods that could be incorporated into the program.
5 Commissioner Horst agreed that more code enforcement is needed. He stated that the City
6 of Columbia Heights recently completed some housing clean-up through stricter code
7 enforcement.
8 Commissioner Franzese noted that the City of Fridley conducts a week-long clean-up every
9 fall. She suggested combining such an effort with block parties or other neighborhood
10 events.
11 Commissioner Delmonico inquired if there was any data available to review on code
12 compliance. Ms. Moore-Sykes stated she will compile the information and forward to the
13 Planning Commission for review at the May meeting. Commissioner Gondorchin suggested
14 incorporating examples of code violations into the report.
15 IX. DISCUSSION OF COMPREHENSIVE PLAN.
16 Chair Bergstrom stated the City is currently planning for the task of updating the
17 Comprehensive Plan. He stated 1997 budgeting is occurring now, and $5,000 per year has
18 been identified for the Comprehensive Plan. He noted that proposals will be solicited,for
19 professional planners, as the task is too great for the current staff. Ms. Moore-Sykes noted
20 the Comprehensive Plan update is due by 1998, but that preliminary building data will need
21 to be compiled. by July of 1997.
22 Commissioner Horst inquired if consultants will be included in the monthly Planning
23 Commission meetings. Chair Bergstrom replied consultants will attend the meetings as
24 needed, and that approximately $25,000 has been budgeted for this cost.
25 Chair Bergstrom noted that preliminary issue analysis will occur, with.five or six-issues
26 identified. Commissioner Horst noted that other issues will arise during this time.
27 Commissioner Horst inquired if there will be public involvement during the Comprehensive
28 Plan update process. Chair Bergstrom stated that neighborhood meetings will be held to
29 inform residents of land use changes, etc.
30 Chair Bergstrom presented a timeline of steps needed for the Comprehensive Plan Update.
31 He stated he will be meeting Mike Morrison, City Manager, to discuss the timeline.
Planning Commission Regular-Meeting Minutes
April 16, 1996
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2 X. STAFF UPDATE.
3 Ms. Moore-Sykes inquired if the Planning Commission would like to reschedule-the May
4 Planning Commission meeting, as she will be on vacation from May 14 through May 22,
5 1996. The Planning.Commission decided to meet as scheduled. Ms. Moore-Sykes indicated
6 that the City Manager will be there in her stead.
7 Ms. Moore-Sykes indicated that extra meetings may be likely during the Comprehensive
s Plan review.
9 Ms. Moore-Sykes stated the Volunteer Dinner is April 30, 1996, 6:30 p.m., at Donatelle's,
10 and to please contact the City Clerk to RSVP.
11 Ms. Moore-Sykes stated she attended a Metropolitan's Livable Communities Act workshop,
12 and is to have an action plan to the Met Council by June 30, 1996. She stated the goal is for
1.3 communities to be more flexible in land use planning, setbacks, and variances in order to
14 maintain density and keep housing affordable.
15 Chair Bergstrom inquired regarding St.Anthony's housing density. Ms.Moore-Sykes replied
16 that St. Anthony is less dense than most other cities included in the North Minneapolis
17 region.
18 Commissioner Delmonico inquired how the thresholds are established in comparison to
19 North Minneapolis. Ms. Moore-Sykes replied that benchmarks are set according to 1990
20 populations and demographics. She stated like areas are compared.
21 Commissioner Franzese stated that the City has larger lot sizes and more ramblers, so the
22 density is lower. She stated that with the changing infrastructure of townhomes, the density
23 should increase.
24 Ms. Moore-Sykes stated the life cycle and affordable housing is being addressed by the Met
25 Council. She stated that affordable housing is defined as housing costing between $115,000
26 to $120,000.
27 Commissioner Gondorchin verified that the entire_ seven-county metro area is included in this
28 study.
29 Congratulations were extended to Commissioner Horst on being nominated"Business of the
30 Year".
Planning Commission Regular Meeting Minutes
April 16, 1996
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1 XI. COMMISSIONER COMMENTS.
2 Commissioner Gondorchin requested that the minutes of this meeting be faxed to him'in
3 order to review before the City Council meeting.
4 Commissioner Franzese stated she attended the Local Board of Review meeting, and noted
5 the low number of resident attendees.
6 Commissioner Franzese requested that Staff distribute an explanation of Torrens properties
7 and metes and bounds legal descriptions for the Planning Commission.
8 Commissioner Franzese noted that the City Attorney should be contacted regarding residents'
9 data privacy laws before being included in' a study on housing maintenance. Chair
10 Bergstrom stated that this was brought up at the goal setting meeting and would be
11 addressed.
12 Commissioner Franzese requested an update on Cub Foods and the new City Hall.
13 Ms. Moore-Sykes stated that closing for Cub Foods is scheduled for April 22, 1996.
14 Commissioner Horst verified that this date was changed from April 15, 1996. Ms. Moore-
15 Sykes stated the issue of TIF monies still needs to be concluded. Chair Bergstrom stated this
16 is an action item for the City Council.
17 Ms. Moore-Sykes stated Staff is being given progress reports every two weeks. She stated
18 the footings will be complete soon, and RFP's will be sent for telephone and data lines next
19 month. She stated occupancy is projected for January 1997.
20 Commissioner Franzese asked if the contractor running cable for Community Services could
21 be contracted to connect it for City Hall. Ms. Moore-Sykes stated this would be possible, but
22 RFP's are still needed and the contractor would have to submit a bid.
23 Commissioner Franzese noted that crows are becoming a nuisance in her neighborhood, and
24 inquired if the State allowed population control. Ms. Moore-Sykes will research this.
25 Commissioner Thompson stated he was at the City Hall site and noted how large it will be.
26 Congratulations were extended to Commissioner Thompson on the birth of his two
27 grandsons.
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April 16, 1996
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1 Chair Bergstrom stated the New Brighton Chamber of Commerce business survey is a great
2 idea,,and would like it implemented in St. Anthony. Ms. Moore-Sykes stated that New
3 Brighton has offered to share the survey, and she will contact them.
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5 IX. ADJOURNMENT.
6 Motion b Delmonico seconded b Franzese to adjourn the meeting at 8:15 .m.
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8 Motion carried unanimously.
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lo Respectfully submitted,
11 Cathy Sorensen
12 TimeSaver Off Site Secretarial
STAFF REPORT
DATE: May 21, 1996
TO: Planning Commission Members
FROM: Kim Moore-Sykes, Management Assistant
ITEM: Housing Maintenance Code/Enforcement
I. Complaints. I spoke with Judy about how complaints and violation letters are
generated and sent. There are basically two instances that will initiate action
regarding code violations. The City either receives a complaint from a resident and
that complaint is given to Larry Hamer or Larry will see a violation when he is out
doing his inspections. Judy then prepares the appropriate letter and mails it to the
property owner.
Attached is a copy of the form Larry uses when doing inspections. The violations
on the form are those most often cited; he uses the last column for "miscellaneous"
which is usually a combination of the other items. Currently, there is no process in
place to monitor or track the violations cited. Larry personally verifies whether or
not the violation has been corrected. Judy keeps a copy of the letters sent and
compiles an end-of-the-year list for Council's information. The threshold for more
serious action is apparently done on a case by case assessment of individual
.situations. A copy of the most recent violation letters that were sent is also
attached.
I spoke to the New Brighton Planning Department regarding more drastic actions
that can be taken. Jill said that they send letter with a deadline for bringing the
property into compliance. Once that deadline is expired, they initiate actions that
can ultimately lead to the City contracting for the clean-up of the property with
that cost and any legal fees being put on the tax roll as a lien against that property.
The lien remains there until paid or if the property is sold, the lien is paid upfront.
2. Proactive Measures for Compliance. The City of Fridley has a clean-up week in
September and one of the clean-up activities is to gather volunteers to help those
who need it to clean up their yard, garage, property etc. I spoke with Lisa, who is
the Recycling Coordinator for the City and she said that they used a consultant to
help organize this part of the clean-up week. She said that next year they won't as
it was $20,000 for her services. It essentially entailed putting out public information
in the form of brochures and flyers describing the event. They had many who
wanted the help, but it was difficult to recruit volunteers. Lisa said they had alot of
people who volunteered and found they were not capable of doing the physical
labor involved. Many did not realized that helping someone is very labor intensive.
She said that the success of this event can be attributed to the many volunteer hours
put in by City employees who filled in when they were needed.
She also said that picking up appliances at the curbside was very pop_ ular.. This
event went on for two weeks and they mostly used City employees for this as well. .'
ST. ANTHONY CITY CODE
CHAPTER 1. GENERAL PROVISIONS
Section 100 - CITY CODE
100.01 Title. This Code may be cited as the "St. Anthony City Code" and is
sometimes referred to in the St. Anthony City Code as "this Code" or "the Code".
Reference to the Code will be deemed to include amendments and additions to the
Code.
100.02 Numbering System. Each section number of this Code consists of two parts
separated by a decimal. The first digit refers to the chapter number. The digits
preceding the decimal point indicate the section number. The digits following the
decimal point indicate the subsection. Subdivisions are denominated as such.
100.03 Enactment of Ordinances. Ordinances and resolutions will be enacted and
adopted according to the procedures of Minn. Stat., Chapter 412. All ordinances will
be integrated into this Code as provided in Subsection 100.04.
100.04 Amendments and Additions. Ordinances proposing additions or
amendments to the Code will be assigned appropriate Code numbers and will be
incorporated into the Code as of their effective date. When an ordinance is
integrated into the Code, there may be omitted from the ordinance the title, enacting
clause, section numbers, definitions of terms identical to those contained in this
Code, the clause indicating date of adoption, and validating signatures and dates. In
integrating ordinances into the Code the Clerk, in cooperation with the City
Attorney, may correct obvious grammatical, punctuation, and spelling errors and
perform like actions to insure a uniform and accurate code of ordinances so long as
the meaning of the ordinance is not altered.
100.05 Headings and Index. Chapter, section, subdivision and other titles are not
considered part of the subject matter of this Code but are intended only for
convenient reference. The indexing system is not a part of the subject matter of this
Code but is intended only to facilitate access to Code sections.
100.06 Availability to the Public. Copies of the Code will be kept in the office of the
Clerk for public inspection. Copies may be purchased for a reasonable charge as
determined by the City Council.
100.07 Existing fights and Liabilities. The repeal of prior ordinances and the
adoption of this Code are not to be construed in any manner to affect the rights and
liabilities existing at the time of repeal and enactment of this Code. Insofar as
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provisions in this Code are substantially the same as ordinances in existence at the
time of its enactment, they will be considered as continuations and not as new
enactments. Any act done, offense committed, right accruing, liability, penalty,
forfeiture or punishment occurring, incurred or assessed prior to the effective date
of this Code is not affected by the enactment of this Code.
100.08 Sever-ability. If any section, subsection, subdivision, paragraph, sentence,
clause or phrase of this Code is held to be unconstitutional, invalid or ineffective by
any court of competent jurisdiction, such decision will not affect the validity or
effectiveness of any other portions of this Code.
100.09 Penalties.
Subd. 1. Petty Misdemeanors. Whenever an act or omission is declared in
this Code to be a petty misdemeanor, any person violating the provision will,
upon conviction, be subject to the penalties specified by state law for a petty
misdemeanor.
Subd. 2. Misdemeanors. In any case other than those in which a violation is
expressly stated to be a petty misdemeanor in this Code, any person violating
any provision of this Code, or any rule or regulation adopted under this Code
will, upon conviction, be guilty of a misdemeanor.
Subd. 3. Separate Violations. Unless otherwise provided, each act of
violation and every day on which a violation occurs or continues constitutes
a separate offense.
Subd. 4. Costs of Prosecution. Upon conviction for any violation of this
Code, the cost of prosecution may be added to any fine.
Subd. 5. Application to City Personnel. The failure of any officer or employee
of the City to perform any official duty imposed by this Code will not subject
the officer or employee to the penalty imposed for violation unless a penalty
is specifically provided for such failure.
Subd. 6. Revocation of Licenses. Violation by a licensee of any provision of
this Code or State law, regulating, prescribing conditions or establishing
requirements relative to licenses held by such a licensee will be grounds for
revocation of the license.
Subd. 7. Additional Remedies. In addition to any penalties levied, the City
may institute any appropriate legal action or proceedings to enjoin or prohibit
any violation of this Section and to prevent any act, conduct, business or use
which is illegal under this Code. In any such action or proceeding, the City
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CHAPTER 12. NUISANCES DEFINED AND REGULATED
Section 1200 - NUISANCE DEFINITIONS
1200.01 Definitions. For the purpose of this Section, the following terms will have
the following meanings:
Subd. 1. Authorized Private Receptacle. A refuse or litter storage and
collection receptacle with suitable handles and a tight fitting cover, which is
maintained, cleaned and kept in a state of repair and which will prevent
leakage.
Subd. 2. Garbage. Putrescible animal and vegetable wastes resulting from
handling, preparation, cooking or consumption of food.
Subd. 3. Park. A playground, beach, recreation area or any other public area
owned or used by the City for open space or recreation.
Subd. 4. Private Property. All property in the City other than public property,
whether inhabited or vacant, including any yard, grounds, walk, driveway,
porch, garage, steps, vestibule or mailbox belonging or appurtenant to such
property.
Subd. 5. Public Property. Any park, public street, right-of-way, sidewalk,
easement, boulevard, alley or other grounds or buildings, owned, leased or
controlled by the City, the counties of Hennepin or Ramsey, or any other
governmental body or political subdivision.
Subd. 6. Refuse or Litter. Matter that is, should be, or has been, rejected as
useless and fit only to be thrown out or away, including but not limited to
garbage, rubbish, and other waste material such as soil, sand, day, gravel,
loam, brick, plaster, ashes, wood, leaves, dead trees or branches, manure,
chips, shavings, printed matter, paper, pasteboard, grass clippings, rags, straw,
cans and bottles.
Subd. 7. Communicable Disease.. An illness due to a specific infectious agent
or toxic product which arises through transmission of that'agent or product to
a susceptible host, either directly, through an intermediate plant or animal
host, vector or inanimate environment.
Subd. 8. Vehicle. Every device in, upon, or by which any person or property
may be transported or drawn upon a street, highway or tracks.
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1200.02 Public Nuisances. A person who intentionally does any of the following by
action or failure to perform a legal duty is guilty of maintaining a public nuisance:
(a) Maintains or permits a condition which unreasonably annoys, injures
or endangers the safety, health, morals, comfort or repose of a
significant number of the public.
(b) Offends public decency.
(c) Renders the public insecure in life, safety or use of property.
1200.03 Public Nuisances Declared. The following are declared to be public
nuisances:
Subd. 1. Garbage. Garbage not contained within an authorized private
receptacle.
Subd. 2. Diseased Animals. All diseased animals running at large.
Subd. 3. Ponds or Pools. All ponds or pools of stagnant water.
Subd. 4. Carcasses. Carcasses of animals not buried or destroyed within 24
hours after death.
Subd. 5. Refuse. Accumulations of refuse contrary to the provisions of
Subsection 1200.04.
Subd. 6. Outhouses. Toilets not connected to the public sanitary sewer
system.
Subd. 7. Garbage Cans. Garbage cans or receptacles which are not rodent free
or which may otherwise constitute a health hazard or emit foul or
disagreeable odors.
Subd. 8. Water Pollution. Pollution of any public well or body of water by
sewage, industrial waste, refuse or other substances.
Subd. 9.' Weeds and Vegetation. All noxious weeds and other rank growths
of vegetation upon public or private property.
Subd. 10. Smoke, Fumes, Gas, and Soot. Dense smoke, noxious fumes, gas or
soot.
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Subd. 11. Communicable Disease. Public exposure of a communicable
disease.
Subd. 12. Trees. Dead and terminally diseased trees and dead tree limbs.
1200.04 Refuse Control. Refuse on private premises must be controlled as follows:
Subd. 1. Garbage. Garbage and refuse must be kept in authorized private
receptacles.
Subd. 2. Removal of Refuse. It is the duty of every tenant, lessee, owner, and
occupant of private premises on which refuse accumulates, including that
kept in authorized private receptacles, to at least once a week deposit the
refuse with a refuse collection service licensed by the City or in an approved
landfill.
Subd. 3. Accumulation of Refuse. No person may accumulate or permit to
accumulate any refuse which may be offensive to other persons by reason of
appearance, odor, sanitation, or possible littering of neighboring properties, or
which may constitute a fire hazard.
Subd. 4. Hauling Refuse. All-persons hauling or conveying refuse for hire
must haul the refuse in suitable vehicles provided with end and sideboards of
sufficient height to prevent any part of the load from falling or leaking onto
any public street or alley. Vehicles must at all times, except when loading or
unloading, be kept covered so as to prevent the discharge of materials from
the vehicles.
Subd. 5. Dumping Ground Prohibited. It is unlawful for any person to use or
maintain land in the City as a landfill or dumping ground for refuse, or to
permit it to be so used or maintained, without an appropriate permit from
the City.
Subd. 6. Licenses Required. No person may engage in.the business of refuse.
collection in the City without a license from the City to do so.
1200.06 Litter Control. Litter will be controlled as follows:
Subd. 1. Public Property. No person may throw or deposit litter in or upon
any street, sidewalk or other public property except in public receptacles or
authorized private receptacles for collection. Where public receptacles are not
provided, all litter must be carried away from the public property by the
person responsible for its presence.
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Subd. 2. Receptacles. Persons placing litter in public receptacles or in
authorized private receptacles must do so in a manner as to prevent it from
being carried or deposited by the elements upon any public or private
property.
Subd. 3. Streets, Sidewalks and Gutters. No person may sweep or deposit
litter from private premises to any gutter, street or other public property.
Persons owning or occupying private premises must keep the sidewalk in
front of their premises free of litter.
Subd. 4. Truck Loads. No person may drive or move any truck or other
vehicle within the City unless it is equipped with covers or is so constructed
or loaded as to prevent any contents or litter from being blown or deposited
upon any public or private property. No person may drive or move any truck
or other vehicle within the City if the wheels or tires of the vehicle deposit
mud, dirt, litter or foreign matter on City streets or alleys.
Subd. 5. Lakes and Fountains. No person may throw or deposit litter in any
fountain or body of water in the City.
Subd. 6. Posting Notices Prohibited. No person may post or affix any notice,
poster or sign to any street sign, lamppost, tree, public structure or building,
except as authorized by law.
Subd. 7. Private Premises. The owner or person in control of private
premises must maintain on the premises authorized private receptacles in a
manner so that litter will be prevented from being carried or deposited by the
elements to any public property, and so as to prevent litter from becoming a
nuisance.
Subd. 8. Advertising. No person may advertise goods or services with flyers,
leaflets or other items which may be carried by the elements to public or
private property, or which are likely to be discarded by other persons on
public or private property.
Section 1205 - ANIMAL CONTROL
1205.01 Destruction of Domesticated Animals Prohibited. No person may kill or
destroy any dog, cat or other domesticated animal found running at large within the
City, except as authorized under this Section 1205.
1205.02 Vicious and Diseased Animals. No person may keep on their premises, or
on premises occupied by them, nor permit to run at large in the City, any dog or
other domesticated animal of a ferocious or vicious character, habit or disposition.
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Any animal which is diseased, vicious, dangerous, rabid or exposed to rabies may be
impounded. If the animal cannot be impounded without serious risk to the person
attempting to impound the animal, it may be killed immediately by a police officer
or other person designated by the Manager.
1205.03 Running at Large Prohibited. No owner or keeper of any dog, cat or_other
domesticated animal may permit the animal to be at large and must at all times
keep the animal under physical restraint. An animal is deemed "at large"
whenever it is off the property of the owner or keeper and not under physical
restraint.
1205.04 Droppings. It is the responsibility of the owner, keeper or other person in
control of an animal to clean up any droppings of the animal and to dispose of the
droppings in a sanitary manner.
1205.05 Impounding. Police officers or others designated by the Manager will
enforce the provisions of this Section, and will impound animals kept or running at
large contrary to this Section.
1205.06 Reclaiming Animals.
Subd. 1. Notice. When an animal is impounded, the keeper of the pound
will provide the police with a description of the animal impounded within 24
hours of-the impoundment. The keeper must make a reasonable effort to
determine whether a license for the animal has been issued by the City or any
adjoining city, and to ascertain the name and address of the person to whom
the license was issued. If the license was issued during the current license
year or during the preceding license year, then before the animal may be
disposed of, by sale or otherwise, the keeper of the pound must give notice to
the license holder not less than 24 hours before any disposal of the animal. If
the license holder gives notice to the keeper of an intent to reclaim the
animal, the animal must be kept available for reclaiming for 24 hours after
receipt of that notice.
Subd. 2. Payment of Fees. The City may employ or contract with a person or
organization for capturing and impounding animals not properly licensed,
collared and tagged, and all other domesticated animals kept in violation of
this Section. All animals impounded will be kept with kind treatment and
sufficient food and water for their comfort for at least five regular business
days, unless sooner reclaimed by their owners. A dog or other domesticated
animal may be reclaimed upon payment by the license holder or owner of the
impounding fee set forth in Section 600, plus the pound fee and cost of the
food and care at the rates established between the pound and the City, plus
any medical costs reasonably incurred while the animal was impounded. For
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each subsequent violation for the same animal, the impounding fee will be
double the amount of the previous impounding fee. If an animal which is
required to be licensed is unlicensed, the regular license fee must be paid in
addition to the foregoing amounts.
1205.07 Ouarantine. If a dog or other animal within the City bites any person or is
reported as diseased, the police must, in the case of a bite, and may in all other cases,
require that the animal be impounded at the designated pound for observation for
sufficient time to determine whether it is diseased. The animal may not be killed or
reclaimed and returned to the owner until ordered by the police. Any animal
impounded for having bitten a person, which is subsequently released by the police,
may be reclaimed by its owner upon payment of the impounding fee, cost of food
and care, and any medical costs incurred while impounded.
1205.08 Disposition of Animals. At the expiration of at least seven full calendar
days including five full regular business days from the time any animal is
impounded, except in the case an animal ordered held in quarantine for a longer
period by the police, if the animal has not been reclaimed and the fees paid under
Subsection 1205.06, Subd. 2, the keeper of the pound may cause the animal to be
humanely killed. Alternatively, the keeper may sell the animal, as abandoned and
unclaimed by the owner, to any person upon payment of a sum of money not less
than the license fee and not more than the amount the owner would have to pay to
reclaim the dog. Notwithstanding the five-day limitation, if an animal has not been
disposed of, it may be reclaimed upon payment of the amounts provided for in
Subsection 1205.06, Subd. 2. For purposes of Subsections 1205.08 and 1205.06,
"regular business day" means a day on which the establishment having custody of
an animal is open to the public for not less than four consecutive hours between the
hours of 8:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m.
1205.09 Accounting of Animals. The keeper of the place of impounding must keep
an accurate account of all animals impounded, and of all animals killed, sold or
released, together with a record of all moneys received and costs expended. Such
information will be reported at regular intervals to the City as required by the City.
Section 1210 - ANIMALS PROHIBITED AS NUISANCES
1210.01 Certain Animals Declared Nuisances.
Subd. 1. Animals Described. No person may keep or allow to be kept within
the City any animal or bird which unreasonably disturbs the peace and quiet
of any other person by making noise. No person may keep a dog or other
animal which habitually barks or cries for extended or unreasonable periods
of time, and any such animal is declared to be a public nuisance. Any female
dog in heat and at large or kept on premises to which other dogs have free
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access is deemed a public nuisance. Any animal which damages plantings or
structures or deposits fecal matter on private property, after the person
owning or harboring the animal has been notified of such acts as herein
provided, is declared to be a nuisance.
Subd. 2. Enforcement. Any person aggrieved by an animal nuisance may
make a written complaint to the Police Department, stating the acts
complained of, the name and address of the person owning the animal, and
the name and address of the person making the complaint. The Police
Department will then promptly notify the person owning the animal of the
complaint and order the animal nuisance to be abated within a reasonable
period of time. If the animal nuisance is not abated within the time period
given, a charge may be made against its owner or keeper under the provisions
of this Code.
1210.02 Keeping of Certain Animals. No person may keep swine, cattle, horses,
goats, or more than two dogs or fowl, within the City nearer than 500 feet to any
human habitation or platted land, without approval of the Council. The Council
may, before approving or denying any request for approval, request a report from
the Health Officer concerning the effect on public health.
1210.03 Interference with City Personnel. No person may in any manner molest,
hinder or interfere with any person employed by the City to capture and impound
dogs or other animals while the person is within the course and scope of
employment.
Section 1215 - DUTCH ELM AND OTHER TREE DISEASES
1215.01 Declaration of Policy. The Council has determined that: (a) the health of
various trees within the City is threatened by a variety of diseases; (b) elm trees are
threatened by a disease known as Dutch elm disease; (c) oak trees are threatened by a
disease known as oak wilt; (d) a substantial loss of elm trees, oak trees and other
trees would significantly depreciate the value of property within the City and impair
the safety, order, general welfare and convenience of the public; and (e) the Council
should attempt to control and prevent the spread of Dutch elm disease, oak wilt,
and other diseases which might affect trees in the City. .This Section is adopted for
that purpose.
1215.02 Regulations Adopted by Reference. Sections 1505.0010 through 1505.0380 of
the Minnesota Rules, Shade Tree Disease Program, as amended, are adopted by
reference and made a part of-this Section, except as otherwise provided in this
Section. A copy of the rules is on file in the Clerk's office.
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1215.03 Duties of Manager. The Manager is responsible for conducting a program
for the control of diseases which might reasonably become a threat to trees within
the City. The Manager may act upon recommendation of private specialists and
consultants and the State of Minnesota Commissioner of Agriculture. The Manager
may also act as coordinator between the Commissioner of Agriculture and the
Council with respect to any specific programs placed in operation or recommended
by the Commissioner of Agriculture.
_. 1215.04 Nuisances Declared. The following are public nuisances:
(a) Any living or standing elm tree or part thereof infected with Dutch
elm disease or which harbors the elm bark beetles causing the disease.
(b) Stockpiling of bark bearing elm wood is permitted during the period
from September 15 through April 1. Any such wood not used by
April 1 must be removed and disposed of as provided in this Section.
(c) Any living or standing oak tree or part thereof infected to any degree
with Oak wilt disease.
(d) Any living or standing tree infected with a disease recognized by the
Commissioner of Agriculture as likely to be fatal and communicable to
other trees.
1215.05 Abatement. It is unlawful for any person to permit any of the nuisances
referred to in this Section to remain on any premises owned or controlled by the
person. Any such nuisance may be abated in the manner provided in this Section.
1215.06 Inspection and Diagnosis.
Subd. 1. Inspection. The Manager or the Manager's designee will inspect
property within the City as often as practicable to determine whether
nuisances described in this Section exist. The Manager will investigate
reported incidents of infestation by Dutch elm fungus or elm bark beetles and
incidents of oak wilt.
Subd. 2. Diagnosis. Upon finding tree disease conditions, the Manager may
send specimens to the Commissioner of Agriculture for analysis, or take
other steps for diagnosis as the Manager deems necessary or as may be
recommended by the Commissioner. No action to remove infected trees or
wood may be taken until a reasonably positive diagnosis of the disease has
been made. After diagnosis, the Manager will adopt a program of appropriate
abatement procedures. The program will be carried out in accordance with
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current technical and expert opinions and plans as may be designated by the
Commissioner of Agriculture.
Subd. 3. Abatement Plan. The Manager will provide for abatement of
diseased trees on public property. In,the case of diseased trees on private
property, the Manager will notify the owner by mail. The notice will specify a
date (not less than 15 days after mailing of the notice) by which the abatement
procedures must be completed by the owner, and will specify the abatement
procedures. If the owner does not comply with the notice, the City may
complete the abatement procedures and costs will be assessed against the
property under Minn. Stat. §429.101, and the owner will be subject to
prosecution.
1215.07 Transporting Elm Wood. It is unlawful for any person to transport
bark-bearing elm wood in the City without a permit from the Manager.
1215.08 Interference Prohibited. It is unlawful for any person to prevent, delay or
interfere with the Manager or the manager's designees while they are engaged in
their duties under this Section.
Section 1220 - RODENTS
1220.01 Definitions.
Subd. 1. Rodents. For purposes of this Section, the term "rodents" includes
rats, mice and similar vermin.
Subd. 2. Harborage. Means any physical condition or place which may
provide shelter or protection for rodents and favor their existence or
reproduction.
1220.02 Nuisance. Rodents and harborages are declared a public nuisance, and will
be removed or exterminated in accordance with this Section.
1220.03 Rodent Food. It is unlawful to place, leave, dump, or allow to accumulate
any animal, fruit'or vegetable matter, garbage, rubbish or trash which may provide
food or harborage for rats. Such materials must be stored in rodent-proof
containers with tight fitting doors or covers.
1220.04 Harborages. It is unlawful to accumulate or store building materials, boxes,
cartons or other containers, machinery, scrap metal, junk, raw materials, fabricated
goods or similar items in a manner as to become a rodent harborage. Upon notice
by the City, the owner of property on which a rodent harborage is located must
exterminate the rodents and remove the harborage. If the owner cannot be found, a
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written notice may be posted upon the premises. If the owner fails to comply with a
mailed or posted notice within three days, the City may take all actions necessary to
abate the nuisance.
1220.05 Costs of Abatement. All costs and expenses incurred in abating a nuisance
referred to in this Section will be reported to the Council. The Council may then
.adopt an assessment roll levying a special assessment for the costs of abating the
nuisance upon the premises involved. The assessment role will be transmitted to
the County Auditor and will be included in the next tax levy upon the premises.
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(d) That part of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 7, Township 29, Range 23,
described as follows: Beginning at the point of intersection of a line
drawn parallel with and 1079.8 feet North of the South line of said
Northwest 1/4 with the original Northwesterly line of the County
Road, said Northwesterly line being 33 feet Northwesterly of, measured
at right angles to the centerline of said road (now known as County
Highway No. 33); thence Southwesterly along the original
Northwesterly line of said County Road, 300 feet; thence at right angles
Northwesterly to an intersection with said line drawn parallel with
and 1079.8 feet North of the South line of said Northwest 1/4; thence
Easterly along said line so drawn to the point of beginning.
Subd. 2. Exceptions. The Council may approve the issuance of a building
permit where all of the following conditions are met:
(a) The permit is not for a new building or the addition of space to an
existing building.
(b) The permit is for the repair, refurbishing, upgrading or other
improvement of the property.
(c) There is no change or proposed change in the use of the property.
Section 1335 — HOUSING MAINTENANCE AND OCCUPANCY
1335.01 Purpose. The purpose of this Section 1335 to protect the public health,
safety, and general welfare. These general objectives include, among others, the
following:
(a) Protect the character and stability of residential areas within the City.
(b) Correct and prevent housing conditions likely to adversely affect the
well-being of persons occupying dwellings within the City.
(c) Provide minimum standards for cooling, heating, sanitary equipment,
light and ventilation.
(d) Prevent the overcrowding, slums and blight, and preserve the value of
land and buildings.
It is not the intention of the City to intrude upon the contractual relationship
between tenant and landlord, to intervene as an advocate of either party, to act as an
arbiter, or to deal with complaints covered by this Section 1335..
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1335.02 A112licability. Every building and its premises used in whole or in part as a
home or residence or as a residential accessory structure. If a provision of this
Section is in conflict with state codes, the state codes will govern.
1335.03 Definitions. The following terms will have the following meanings in this
Section 1335.
Subd. 1. Accessory Structure. A structure subordinate to a principal dwelling
not authorized to be used for living or sleeping by human occupants.
Subd. 2. Apartment Building. A structure designed to accommodate three or
more dwelling units. .
Subd. 3. Compliance Official: The City Manager and designated agents'
authorized to administer and enforce this Section 1335.
Subd. 4. Composting. Accumulation of yard waste to be decomposed.
Subd. 5. Dwelling. Building, or portion thereof, designed or used
predominantly for residential occupancy of a continued nature, including 1-
family dwellings, 2-family dwellings, apartment buildings and rooming units,
but excluding hotels and motels.
Subd. 6. Dwelling Unit. A single residential accommodation intended for
use as a domicile for one family. Where a private garage is structurally ,
attached, It will be considered as part of the building in which the dwelling
unit is located.
Subd. 7. Family or Household. One person or two or more persons each
related to the others by blood, marriage, adoption, or foster care, or a group of
not more than the owner or a residence plus three persons not so related
occupying the residence and maintaining a common household and using
common cooking and kitchen facilities.
Subd. 8. Toilet. A toilet, with a bowl and trap made in one piece, which is
connected to the City water and sewer systems or other approved water
supply.
Subd. 9. Garbage_. Putrescible animal and vegetable wastes resulting from the
handling, preparation, cooking, or consumption of food.
Subd. 10. Habitable Building. Any building or part thereof that meets
minimum standards for a dwelling.
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Subd. 11. Habitable Room. Room or enclosed floor space used or intended to
be used for living, sleeping, cooking, or eating purposes, excluding bathrooms
toilet rooms, laundries, furnace rooms, unfinished basements, (those without
required ventilation; required electric outlets and required exits), pantries
utility rooms of less than 50 square feet of floor space, foyers, communicating
corridors, stairways, closets, storage spaces, and workshops, hobby an d
recreation areas in parts of the structure below ground level or in attics .
Subd. 12. Heated Water. Water heated to a temperature of not less than 120
degrees Fahrenheit, or such lesser temperature required by government
authority, measured at faucet outlet.
Subd. 13. Kitchen. A space which contains a sink with counter working
space, adequate space for installing cooking and refrigeration equipment, and
adequate space for the storage of cooking utensils.
Subd. 14. Occupant. Any person (including owner or operator) living,
sleeping, cooking and eating in a dwelling unit or living and sleeping in a
rooming unit.
Subd. 15. Operator. The.owner or agent who has charge, care, control, or
management of a building,'or part thereof, in which dwelling units or
rooming units are let.
Subd. 16. Owner. Any person who owns a dwelling. Any person
representing an owner must comply with the provisions of this Section 1335
to the same extent as the owner.
Subd. 17. Permissible OccupanW The maximum number of persons
permitted to reside in a dwelling unit or rooming unit.
Subd. 18. Person. An individual, firm, partnership, association, corporation
or joint venture or organization of any kind.
Subd. 19. Premises. A parcel of land which includes a dwelling.
Subd. 20. Recyclables. Materials which may be recycled or reused through
recycling processes, Including metal beverage containers, glass, newsprint,
plastic bottles with necks, corrugated cardboard, magazines, catalogs, phone
books and any other materials designated as recyclables by Council resolution.
Subd. 21. Refuse. All putrescible and nonputrescible waste solids including
garbage and rubbish
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Subd. 22. Rental Unit. A dwelling or dwelling unit let for rent or lease.
Subd. 23. Repair. To restore to a sound and acceptable state of operation,
serviceability or appearance. .
Subd. 24. Rodent Harborage. Any place where rodents can live, nest or seek
shelter.
Subd. 25. Rooming Unit. Any room or group of rooms forming a single
habitable unit used or intended to be used for living and sleeping,,but not for
cooking and eating purposes.
Subd. 26. Safety. The condition of being reasonably free from danger and
hazards which may cause accidents or disease.
Subd. 27. Supplied. Paid, furnished or provided by, or under the control of,
'an owner or operator.
Subd. 28. Interpretation. Whenever the words "dwelling", "dwelling unit",
"premises, or 'structure" are used in this Section 1335, they will be deemed to
be followed by the words "or any part thereof'.
Section 1335.04 Responsibilities of Owners and Occupants. No owner or other
person may occupy or let to another person any dwelling, unless it and the premises
are clean, sanitary, fit for human occupancy, and comply with all applicable
requirements of the City Code and state and federal laws and regulations.
Section 1335.05 Shared Areas. Every owner of a dwelling containing two or more
dwelling units must maintain the shared or public areas of the dwelling and .
premises in a clean and sanitary condition.
Section 1335.06 Occupied Areas. Every occupant must maintain those portions of
the dwelling and premises he or she occupies in a clean and sanitary condition.- .
Section 1335.07 Refuse and Recyclables. Every occupant must store and dispose of
or recycle all refuse any recyclables in a clean, sanitary and safe manner as prescribed
by City ordinances. Every owner of an apartment building must supply facilities for
the sanitary and safe storage and/or disposal or recycling or refuse and recyclables.
The storage of refuse and recyclable collection items may not be kept in the front
yard setback.
Section 1335.08 Storage of Wood. Wood used for fireplaces must be stacked in a
location other than the front yard setback.
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Section 1335.09 Storm and Screen Doors and Windows. The owner of a rental unit
is responsible for providing and hanging all screens and storm doors and storm
windows required under. Section 1335.
Section 1335.10 Responsibility for Pest Extermination. Every occupant of a single-
family dwelling is responsible for the extermination of vermin infestations and/or
rodents on the premises. Other dwelling occupants are responsible for such
extermination if their unit is the only one infested. If infestation is caused by the
failure of the owner to maintain a dwelling in a rodent-proof condition,
extermination is the responsibility of the owner. If infestation exists in two or more
units in one dwelling, or in the shared or public parts of a dwelling, extermination
is the responsibility or the owner.
Section 1335.11 Rodent Harborages. No occupant may accumulate boxes, lumber,
scrap metal or other materials which may provide a rodent harborage or provide
food for rodents.
Section 1335.12 Minimum Heating. In every dwelling unit or rooming unit when
the control of the supplied heat is the responsibility of a person other than the
occupant, the supply must be zoned controlled and at a temperature of at least 68
degrees Tahrenheit or such lesser temperature required by government authority,
maintained at a distance of three feet above the floor and three feet from exterior
walls in all habitable rooms, bathrooms, and toilet rooms.
Section 1335.13 Removal of Snow'and Ice. The owner of an apartment building is
responsible for the removal of snow and ice from parking lots, driveways, steps and
walkways on the premises. Individual snowfalls of three inches or more, or
successive snowfalls accumulating to a depth of three inches, must be removed
from parking lots and driveways within 24 hours after cessation of the snowfall.
Individual snowfalls of one inch or more, or successive snowfalls accumulating to a
depth of one inch, must be removed from steps and walkways within 16 hours after
cessation of the snowfall.
Section 1335.14 Drives, Parkin. The owner of an apartment building must provide
and maintain effective illumination in all exterior parking lots and walkways,
parking areas and driveways.
Section 1335.15 Basic Equipment and Facilities. No person may occupy, or let to
another for occupancy, any dwelling or dwelling unit which does not comply with .
all of the following.
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Subd. 1. Kitchen Facilities. A room or portion of a room in which food may
be prepared and/or cooked and which has adequate circulation area and is
equipped with the following:
(a) A kitchen sink in good working condition and properly connected to
an approved water supply.system, which provides an adequate amount
of heated and unheated running water under pressure, and which is
connected to an approved sanitary sewer system.
(b) Cabinets and/or shelves for the storage of eating, drinking, and cooking
equipment and utensils and of food that does not require refrigeration,
and a counter or table for food preparation, of sound construction, with
surfaces that are easily cleanable and will not impart any toxic or
deleterious effect to food.
(c) A stove and refrigerator properly installed for safe, sanitary and
efficient operation to be provided by the owner and occupant.
Subd. 2. Toilet Facilities. A separate room equipped with a flush toilet in
good working condition, with easily cleanable surfaces, connected to an
approved and adequate water system and connected to an approved sewer
system. In a rental dwelling unit, such room must have an entrance door
which affords privacy.
Subd 3. Lavatoz:y Sink. A lavatory sink, either in the same room as the toilet
or in close proximity to the door leading directly into the toilet room,
connected to an approved water supply system and providing an adequate
amount of heated and unheated running water under pressure, and
connected to an approved sewer system.
Subd. 4. Bathtub or Shower. A nonhabitable room equipped with a bathtub
or shower in good working condition, connected to an approved water supply
system and providing adequate heated and unheated water under pressure,,
and connected to an approved sewer system. In a rental dwelling unit, the
room must have an entrance door which affords privacy.
Subd. 5. Stairways, Porches and Balconies. Stairways, inside or outside, kept
in safe condition, sound repair and in compliance with the Uniform Building
Code Every flight of stairs and every porch and balcony floor must be free_of
deterioration. Every handrail and balustrade must be firmly fastened and
maintained in good condition. Except for spiral and winding stairways, the
treads and risers of every flight of stairs must be uniform in width and height.
Subd. 6. Access. Access without passing through any other dwelling unit. .
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Subd. 7.. Locks and Security. Exterior doors shall be equipped with safe,
functioning locking devices. Apartment buildings must also include rental
unit doors with dead-locking bolt that cannot be retracted by end pressure,
openable from the inside without the use of a key or any special knowledge or
effect.
Subd. 8. Sump Pumps. Sump pumps which are not connected to the sanitary
sewer. Prior to the closing of the sale of a dwelling, the seller must request
that the sump pumps and drain tile be inspected by the City visually and/or
by smoking to ensure that they are not connected in any manner to the
sanitary sewer system. If the Compliance Officer determines the sump pump
or drain tile is connected to the sanitary sewer system, the situation must be
corrected before the dwelling unit is considered in compliance to be sold.
Subd. 9. Manual and Automatic Check Valves. Check valves if necessary to
prevent sewer back-flow. Prior to the closing of the sale of a dwelling, the
seller shall request that a sanitary sewer line to the main street line be
inspected for manual and automatic check valves. If the Compliance Officer
determines that both manual and automatic check valves are necessary to
prevent bach-flow, the situation must be corrected before the dwelling is
considered in compliance to be sold.
Subd. 10. Fire Safety Equipment. Fire safety equipment, such as fire
extinguishers, smoke alarms and other equipment, as required by State Fire
Code.
Section 1335.15 Light and Ventilation. No person may occupy, or let to another for
occupancy, any dwelling or dwelling unit, which does not comply with the
following.
Subd. 1. Habitable Room Ventilation. Except where other ventilation
approved by the Compliance Official is provided, every Habitable room must
have at least one window facing directly outdoors which can be opened easily,
must comply with minimum standards in the Uniform Building Code.
Subd. 2. Nonhabitable Room Ventilation. Every bathroom, toilet room,
laundry room and utility room must contain at least 50% of the ventilation
requirement for habitable rooms.
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Subd. 3. Electric Service Outlets and Fixtures. p
must be supplied with electric service ublic and co
devices, and electric outlets and fixtures
functionin moron areas
g over current protection
good and sate working • properly installed, maintained in
g condition, and connected to a source of electric ower,
all in a manner prescribed by the City Code, the laws
Minnesota, and current State Electrical Codes. of the State of p
Subd. 4. Minimal Thermal Standards. Heatin
maintained in safe and good working g facilities ro erl
adequately heating all habitable rooms, bathrooms,� capable of safely �dstalled,
temperature of at least 68 degrees Fahrenheit at a distance toilet rooms to a
floor level and three feet from exterior Halls at an o
degrees Fahrenheit. Gas f electric appliance three feet above
outside temperature ki g
or water heating PIi�Ce designed primarily for cooking
portable heating Purposes will not be considered as heating facilities, and
that is not vented Outside the prohibited. A space heater employing flame
structure In an approved manner is prohibited.
Occupancy General Re uirements. No person
y dwelling or dwelling unit which does of comply Occupy or let to another for
Subd. 1. Foundations Exterior Walls a p Y with the following:
walls and exterior roof must be substantially water The foundation, exterior
vermin and rodents and in sound condition and r tight and protected against
adequately support the building at all points. an repair. The foundation must
of deterioration/ holes, breaks, loose or rotting ery exterior wall must be free
other condition which might admit rain or amoness or timbers, and any
of the walls or to the exterior spaces of the
dampness to the interior portion
and have no defects which admit rain an dwelling. The roof must be tight
prevent rain water from causing dam' d roof drainage must be adequate to
surfaces, other than decay resistant Woods/ 1n the walls. All exterior wood ~
elements and decay b / must be protected from the
Y y paint or other protective covering or treatment, and
ainting is required if 25% or more of the exterior
determined by the Compliance Official to be paint surface is unpainted or
the exterior surface of the painting of any p uit blistered. If 25% or more _
has fallen out, the surface must be repaired.brick, block or stone wall is loose o r
r
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Subd. 2. Windows, Doors and Screens. Every window, exterior door, and
hatchway must be substantially tight and in sound condition and repair.
Every window, other than a fixed window or storm window, must be capable
of being easily opened. Every window, door and frame must be constructed
.and maintained m such relation to the adjacent wall construction as to
completely exclude rain/ wind, vermin and rodents from entering the
building. Every openable window or other device must be supplied with
mesh screens during the insect season of a mesh size provided for in the
Uniform Building Code.
Subd. 3. Floors, interior Walls and Ceilings. Every floor, interior wall, and
ceiling must be adequately protected against the passage and harborage of
vermin and rodents, and kept in sound condition and good repair. Every
floor must be free of loose/ warped, protruding or rotted flooring materials.
Every interior wall and ceiling must be free of holes and large cracks and
loose plaster and must be maintained in a tight, weatherproof condition.
Toxic paint and materials with a lasting toxic effect may not be used. Every
toilet room and bathroom floor must be capable of being easily maintained in
a clean and sanitary condition.
Subd. 4. Rodent Proof. Every dwelling and accessory structure and the
premises upon which located must be maintained in a rodent-free and
rodent-proof condition, with all openings in the exterior walls, foundations,
basements, ground or first floors, and roofs which have a 1/2 inch diameter
or large opening rodent-proofed in an approved manner. Interior floors or
basements, cellars and other areas in contact with the soil must be paved with
concrete or other rodent impervious material.
Subd. S. Fence Maintenance. Fences may consist only of metal, wood,
masonry, or other decay resistant material, maintained in good condition
both in appearance and in structure, solely on the owner's property, with all
wood material other than decay resistant varieties with paint or other
preservatives Painting is required if 25% or more of the exterior surface is
unpainted or determined by the Compliance Official to be paint blistered, and
repair is required if 25% or more of the exterior surface of the pointing of any
brick, block or stone wall is loose or has fallen out. Posts and framework must
face the owner's property, with the finished material facing the street or
adjacent property.
Subd. 6. Accessory Structure Maintenance. Accessory structures supplied by
the owner, agent or occupant must be structurally sound, and maintained in
good repair and appearance, weather resistant exterior using decay-resistant
materials such as paint or other preservatives. Painting is required if 25% or
more of the exterior surface is unpainted or determined by the Compliance
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Official to be paint blistered, the surface must be painted and repair is
required. If 25% or more of the exterior surface of the pointing of any brick,
block or stone wall is loose or has fallen out.
Subd. 7. Safe Building Elements. Every foundation, roof, floor, exterior and
interior wall, ceilings, inside and outside stair, every porch and.balcony, and
every appurtenance thereto, must be safe to use and capable of supporting
loads that normal use may cause to be placed thereon.
Subd. 8. Facilities to Function. Every supplied facility, piece of equipment or
utility required under the City Code and every chimney and flue must be
installed and maintained and must function effectively in a safe, sound and
working condition.
Subd. 9. Grading and Drainage. Every yard, court, passageway and other.
portions of the premises must be graded and drained so as to be free of
standing water
Subd. 10. Unit Below Grade. No space located more than four feet below
grade may be used as a habitable room of a dwelling unless approved by the
Compliance Official.
Subd. 11. Yard Cover. Every yard of a premises on which a dwelling stands
must be covered by lawns and/or ground cover of vegetation, gardens,
hedges, shrubbery or related decorative materials and must be maintained.
No land owner may permit or maintain on the land any growth of weeds,
grass, brush or other rank vegetation to an average height greater than six
inches, any accumulation of dead weeds, grass or brush, or any noxious weeds
or plants as defined by the Minnesota Department of Agriculture.
Subd. 12. Composting. Composting is permitted only if: (1) it is conducted in
enclosed containers not over five feet in height with an aggregate volume of
not more than 100 cubic feet, made of durable material such as wood, block or-
sturdy metal fencing located at least five feet from lot lines and no closer than
20 feet from any habitable building, other than the resident's own home, and
no closer than two feet from any alley; (2) only organic yard materials, such as
grass clippings, leaves, flowers, weeds, sawdust, wood ash, plant trimmings,
straw and commercial composting material, are put in the compost
containers; (3) no meat, bones, fat, oils, dairy products or other kitchen wastes,
whole branches, logs, plastics, synthetic fibers, human or pet wastes, or
diseased plants are put in the containers; (4) composting is managed to
minimize odor and promote effective composition.
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Subd. 13. Trees and Brush. Trees and brush must be trimmed so as not to
interfere with public walkway or right-of-way access or driving sightlines.
Subd. 14. Discontinuance of Service or Facilities. No owner, operator, or
occupant may cause any service, facility, equipment or utility required under
this Section 1355 to be removed from, shut off or discontinued, for any
occupied dwelling, except for temporary emergencies and temporary
interruptions necessary for repairs or alterations.
Section 1335.17 Maximum Occupancy, Minimum Space, Access. No person may
occupy or permit to be occupied any dwelling which does not comply with the
following:
Subd. 1. Maximum Occupancy. Except for owners who have occupied a
dwelling since 1940 the''maximum occupancy will be determined under the
current Uniform Buildig Code.
Subd. 2. One Family or Household. Not more than one family or household,
except for temporary guests, may occupy a dwelling unit.
Subd. 3. Ceiling Height. All rooms must have a clear ceiling height of not
less than seven feet, except attics or top-half stories used for sleeping, study or
similar activities, which must be at least seven feet over at least half.of the
floor area, excluding those portions having a clear ceiling height of less than
five feet. Open beam ceilings must have a clear ceiling height of seven feet.
Subd. 4. Access through Sleeping Rooms and Bathrooms. No dwelling built
after 1940 may have the sole access from a sleeping room to a bathroom, toilet
room or other sleeping room through another sleeping room. A bathroom
or toilet room may not be used as the only access to a habitable room,
basement or exterior.
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Week of
April 30, 1996
Miscellaneous Violations:
Soo Line Railroad/debris along the tracks
3208 Hilldale Avenue NE/garbage can in front yard setback
Parking violation:
3112 Hilldale Avenue NE/trailer in back yard
3016 Old Highway 88/debris in the yard
2837 Coolidge St NE/trailer in the back
25116 St. Anthony Boulevard/boat trailer in the back
Abandon Vehicle:
2500 - 27th Avenue NE
2914 - 29th Avenut NE
Violation Letters
Week of
May 3, 1996
Miscellaneous Violations:
3042 Old Highway 8/debris
2516 - 36th Avenue NE/debris
3010 Townview Avenue NE/new lawn
2701 Coolidge Street NE/new lawn
2709 Coolidge Street NE/new lawn
2709 Coolidge Street NE/new lawn
3128 Old Highway 8/new lawn
HOUSING MAINTENANCE CODE VIOLATIONS 1995
Address: Name:
2917_ Silver='Lane-:NE 4/95 Olson
3208 Hilldale Avenue NE 4/95 McConville
3637 Roosevelt Street 5/95 Hartman
3637 Roosevelt Street 5/95 Hartman
2524 West Armour Terr 5/95 Lonsky
3421 Croft Drive 6/95 Engwall
2917 Silver Lane NE 8/95 Olson
2416-27th Avenue NE 9/95 Skogsberg
3404 Silver Lk Rd 9/95 Rockwood
3149 Stinson Blvd 9/95 Boie
3404 Silver Lk Rd 10/95 Rockwood
HOUSING CODE MAINTENANCE VIOLATIONS 1994
3308 Hilldale Avenue NE 11/94 James Koski
3245 Stinson Boulevard 9/94 Bryan Anger
3.100 Croft Drive 9/94 Robert Brown
3200-29th Avenue NE 8/94 John Grotans
3200-29th Avenue NE 6/94 John Grotans
3200-29th Avenue NE 11/94 John Grotans
3305 Skycroft Circle 4/94 Micheal Kosiak
3149 Stinson Blvd 3/94 Albert Egey
2917 & 2919 Silver Ln 8/94 Dennis Olson
3201 Edgemere Avenue 8/94 William.Calguire
2917 & 2919 Silver Ln 6/94 Dennis Olson
3520 Roosevelt Street 4/94 Ron Haug
2901 Townview Ave NE 6/94 Lawrence Leong
2612 - 31st Avenue NE 5/94 Thomas Smuda
2712 Hilldale Avenue 5/94 Earl Noe
2617 - 32nd Avenue NE 5/94 Joseph Tretter
2601 - 32nd Avenue NE 5/94 Ronald Hertog
3121 Roosevelt St NE 5/94 Eleanor Daniels
2920 - 33rd Avenue NE 5/94- Beverly. Thompson
2913 Hilldale Ave 5/94 Larry Tracey
3219 Johnson St 4/94 Jon Lindberg
2816 - 29th Avenue NE 5/94 Don Johnson
3637 Roosevelt St 4/94 Wm Hartman
3209 Roosevelt St 4/94 Eugene Baker
3112 Townview Ave 4/94 Perry Thorvig
2837 Coolidge St 4/94 Sheila Staats
3424 Belden Drive 4/94 Ada Kedrok
3424 Belden Drive 3/94 Ada Kedrok
3417 Stinson Blvd 4/94 Kazimierz Halak
3005 Silver Lake Rd 4/94 De Ann West
2812 - 34th Avenue NE 3/94 John Froehle
2909 Hilldale Avenue NE 1/94 Resident
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A dministrative Offices
3301 Silver Lake Road, St. Anthony, Minnesota 55418-1699
(612) 789-8881 FAX (612) 781-9323
April 21, 1995
Mr. & Mrs. Dennis J. Olson
2917 Silver Lane NE
St. Anthony, MN 55421
The City Council passed a Housing Maintenance Code Ordinance in November 1992.
St. Anthony residents have always taken pride in their homes and community and because of
their concerns this ordinance was established to maintain and improve properties in the Village.
On inspection of the City I noticed at 2917 Silver Lane NE the following items are in violation
of the City ordinances:
- inoperable car on the side yard;
- house needs painting.
Please correct the above items immediately. Thank you for your cooperation.
Sincerely,
Larry Hamer
Director of Public Works
Enclosure
ABANDONIINOPERABLE VEHICLES VIOLATIONS 1995
Address: Name:
3200-39th Avenue NE 4/95 McLeod
2919 Rankin Road 7/95 Makowske
3401 Coolidge St 11/95 Loyas .
2816-34th Avenue 11/95 Stenberg
3913 Shamrock Drive 10/95 Ernst
ABANDON VEHICLES 1994
2715 Coolidge Street NE Robert Levandowski
3913 Shamrock Drive Richard Ernst
3241 Stinson Boulevard - Donald Archer
2618 - 30th Avenue NE Richard Ott
2700 Hilldale Avenue Robert Bailey
3513 Maplewood Drive Lyle Montague
3604 Downers Drive Marie Micheloff
2832 Highway 88 Terry Sjoberg
3209 Roosevelt Street NE
2919 Silver Lane NE Dennis Olson
April 10, 1995
Mr. Dave McLeod
3200-39th Avenue NE
St. Anthony, MN 55421
Re: Inoperable vehicle
Dear Mr. McLeod:
You apparently have an abandoned/inoperable vehicle stored on your property. If, indeed, this
vehicle is inoperable, City Ordinance requires its removal or storage in an enclosed structure.
This must be taken care of immediately.
A copy of the pertinent section of the Ordinance is enclosed.
If you have any questions regarding the above information, please call my office.
Thank'you.
Sincerely,
Larry Hamer
Public Works Director
Enclosure
cc: Mr. Y.T. Shih
27 North Deep Lake Road
St. Paul, MN 55127
removal of snow, ice or waste, maintenance or improvement or otherwise,
evidence of the posting constitutes prima facie evidence of the order of the
police and notice of same.
Section 915 - PRIVATE PARKING LOTS
915.01 Regulations. No person may operate a motor .vehicle on semi—public
property in violation of any official sign, or operate at a speed greater than is safe
and reasonable under the conditions then existing, and in no event at a speed in
excess of 15 miles per hour. Parking of vehicles on semi-public property must
conform to any designated stalls or positions for parking. No vehicles may be
parked or allowed to stand in an area designated or used as a lane for moving traffic
so as to interfere with the movement of traffic. The Police Department may post
signs at any entrance to semi-public property from a roadway to designate one-way
traffic for entrance or exit, and the driver of any vehicle entering or leaving the
semi-public property must comply with any one-way sign so posted.
Section 920 - REMOVAL OF ABANDONED VEHICLES
AND ILLEGALLY PARKED VEHICLES
920.01 Definitions. For purposes of this Section 920, the following terms have the
following meanings:
Subd. 1. "Motor Vehicle"-or "Vehicle". A vehicle as defined in Minn. Stat.
§ 169.01, Subd. 1 which is powered all or in part by a motor or engine.
Subd. 2. Abandoned Motor Vehicle. A motor vehicle which (a) has
remained for a period of more than 48 hours on public property illegally or
without vital operating component parts, or (b) has remained for a period of
more than 48 hours on private property without the consent of the person
who controls the property, or (c) remains on private property, is not in a
garage and is in such an inoperable condition that it has no substantial
potential further use consistent with its usual functions, or (d) has been
impounded and not reclaimed by its owner within the period prescribed in
this Section.
Subd. 3. Vital Component Parts. Those parts of a motor vehicle essential to
the mechanical functioning of the vehicle, including but not limited to the
motor, drive train and wheels.
Subd. 4. City Impound. The person or company designated by the Manager to
be responsible for towing and storage of vehicles impounded by the City.
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WEED VIOLATIONS 1995
Address: Name:
2424-27th Avenue NE 9/95 Beuning
2704-30th Avenue NE 9/95 Wold
2709 Coolidge St NE 8/95 McCormick
3101 Rankin Road 8/95 Schurr
3031 Croft Drive 8/95 Brookis
3149 Stinson Blvd 8/95 Boie
2839 Silver Lake Rd 8/95 Hoffman
2223-40th Avenue NE 7/95 Schumacher
2817 Silver Lane 7/95 Solie
3044 Croft Drive 7/95 Baker
2709 Coolidge St 7/95 McCormick
3899 Silver Lake Rd 7/95 TCF
3705 Hayes Street NE 7/95 Bochnak
4001 Fordham Drive 7/95 Reid
4001 Fordham Drive 7/95 Nedegaard
3700 Silver Lake Rd 7/95 Taco Bell
St. Anthony Shopping Center 7/95 Bowling Alley
3200-39th Avenue NE 6/95 Shih
Silver Lane 6/96 Equinox Apts.
2550 Highway 88 6/95 Town&Cauifty
Stinson Boulevard 6/95 Firestone/Med
3009-37th Avenue 6/95 Autotraac
2611 Townview 6/95 Ashland
2801-37th Avenue NE 6/95 Japlar Monarch
2500-39th Avenue NE 6/95 Huebsch
3200-39th Avenue NE 6/95 Shih
3916 Penrod-Lane 6/95 Stafford
2654 Kenzie Terrace 6/95 Schiena/Bowling
Stinson Blvd 6/95 Cemetary
3700 Silver Lke Blvd 6/95 Amoco Oil
Apache Plaza 6/95 Welsh C'.c�
2900-31st St (vacant lot) 6/95 Watts
3512-36th Avenue NE 6/95 Weller
3605 Stinson Blvd 6/95 Stucki
3404 Croft Drive 6/95 Goodsell
3751 Foss Road 6/95 Muller
2924 Crestview Drive 6/95 Moore
3821 Foss Road 6/95 Lorenz
2839 Silver Lake Rd 6/95 Hoffman
2520 Kenzie Terrace 6/95 KFC
2919 Silver Lk Rd 6/95 Olson
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_3801 Stinson Blvd 6/95 Pizza Hut'
3404 Silver Lake Rd 5/95 Rockwood
3308 Croft Drive 5/95 Sandberg
2929 Crestview Drive 5/95 Renter
3635 Chelmsford 5/95 Burns
3899 Silver Lk Rd 5/95 TCF
3108 Silver Lake Rd 5/95 Deitz
3507 Silver Lake Rd 5/95 Paulno
3004-31st Avenue NE 5/95 Peterson
3215 Silver Lake Rd 5/95 Rekuski
3031 Croft Drive 5/95 Morningstar
Stinson/Silver Lane 5/95 Sentinel Mgt
'3200-39th Avenue NE 5/95 McLeod
3111 Silver Lk Rd 5/95 Larry Beach
Fordham Drive (vacant lot) 5/95 Reid
Stinson/Silver Lane 5/95 Sentinel Mgt
39th & Penrod Ln NE 5/95 K. Lee
2950 W Cty Rd E 5/95 SalvationArmy
3813 Stinson Blvd 5/95 Fuel Mart
4000 Silver Lake Rd 5/95 Exhaust Pros
2812-27th Avenue NE 5/95 Unocal
3900 Stinson 5/95 Welsh Cmpmies
3301 Stinson Blvd 5/95 Fisher
2504/2524-39th Avenue NE 5/95 Apache Squares
3013 Hilldale Avenue NE 5/95 Kaminski
2800 Anthony Lane S 5/95 Stafford
Soo Line RR 5/95 Soo Line RR
3613 Edward Street NE 5/95 Schumacher
3512 Edward Street NE 5/95 Bianchi
3020 Silver Lake Rd 5/95 Krause
Stinson Blvd, 5/95 Kelly
3608 Downers Drive 5/95 Amundson
37th & Stinson 5/95 Animal Hosp
2601 Kenzie Terrace 5/95 Kenzie Condos
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Administrative Offices
3301 Silver Lake Road, St.-Anthony, Minnesota 55418-1699
(612) 789-8881 FAX (612) 781-9323
September 12, 1995
Ms. Virginia Beuning
2424 - 27th Avenue NE
St. Anthony, MN 55418
Re: Long grass in back and front of the garage
Dear Property Owner:
The grass on the above-referenced property is in need of mowing. Its present state is in
violation of City Ordinance Section 810.
Subd. 03 and Subd. 04 of Section 810 states:
1. The grass must be mowed if the height is greater than 6 inches
2. The grass must be mowed within five (5) days after you have received this letter.
3. If you do not mow, the mowing will be done at your expense.
Must be maintained on a regular basis.
Thank you for your cooperation in this matter.
Sincerel
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Hamer
Director of Public Works
Enclosure: City Ordinance Section 810
Chapter 8. STREETS, SIDEWALKS AND WEED CONTROL
Section 800 - LOAD REGULATIONS AND RESTRICTIONS
800.00 Restriction on Loads. The Manager will by written order pursuant to Minn.
Stat. § 169.87 prohibit the operation of vehicles, or restrict the weight of vehicles,
upon any City street which by reason of deterioration, rain, snow or other climactic
conditions will be seriously damaged or destroyed without such restrictions. The
Manager will have the street affected by the order posted with notice in the manner
provided in Minn. Stat. § 169.87. It is unlawful for any person to operate any
vehicle or combination of vehicles on a City street or highway contrary to the
prohibition or restriction set forth in the order and notice.
Section 805 - OBSTRUCTIONS IN PUBLIC WAYS
805.01 Obstructions Prohibited. No person, except under a proper building permit
issued by the Manager, shall obstruct or encumber any sidewalk, street, avenue,
alley, lane or other public way in the City with stone, brick, sand, lumber or other
material or property, except as permitted in this Code.
805.02 Removal of Obstruction and Expense. When an obstruction is placed or left
on a street or other public way contrary to Section 805.01, the City will notify the
person who placed or left such obstruction and the owner of the abutting property to
immediately remove the same. If the person fails or refuses to remove the
obstruction within a reasonable time, it may be removed by the City. The person .
responsible for the obstruction shall reimburse the City for the cost of removal
within 10 days after receiving an invoice from the City.
Section 810 - SIDEWALKS AND WEED CONTROL
810.01 Snow, Ice. Dirt and Rubbish Removal. The owner and the occupant of
property adjacent to a public sidewalk must use due diligence to keep the walk safe
for pedestrians. No such owner or occupant may allow snow, ice, dirt or rubbish to
remain on the walk longer than 12 hours after it has been deposited.
810.02 Repair of Sidewalks. The owner of any property within the City abutting a
public sidewalk is required to promptly notify the City if the sidewalk is in need of
repair and is not safe for pedestrians.
810.03 Weed Control. Any weeds or grasses, whether noxious as defined by law or
not, growing outside the traveled portion of any City street or alley, or growing on
private property, to a greater height than 6 inches or which have gone or are about
to go to seed must be cut or removed by the owner of the abutting property if within
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CITYOFFMDLEYWinter Newsletter 1995/1996
No. 89
The City Council and the Fridley Pride City-Wide Clean-
Up Week Committee thanks Fridley residents for making this
program an outstanding success!
EXTENDED SERVICE _
HOURS AVAILABLE fill 4yr
TUESDAY NIGHTS
Are you unable to make it into City Hall during normal
business hours? Would it be more convenient for you to -j ►
register for a recreation class,pay your utility bill or apply for _
a building permit in the evening? Now you have that oppor-
tunity. Since October, the Municipal Center has extended
hours on Tuesday nights. Now we are open unfit 7:00 p.m. - - -� -
Only a handful of metropolitan area cities offer any type of p
extended hours. In Fridley, we will continue this service ?
through March at which time we will evaluate its effective- t
ness. So far, extended hours have met with a luke warm -
response. F• — r1
Remember,Tuesdays equal two extra hours of service!
Fridley Pride City-Wide Committee Members were ap-
pointed by the City Council. Back Row(left to right):Woody
Nelson and Jack Velin; Middle Row: Mel Bolin, Mary
Bowen,Susan Price;Front Row:Dean Saba,Ann Bolkcom,
FRIDLEY PRIDE CrrY-WIDE Lonni McCauley(Executive Director). Other committee
members not shown: Scott Lund,Mary Platt,Duane Knealing,
Karen Schaub, Clem Coverston, Jeanne Olson, and Marla
CLEAN-UP Stratton.
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ri WEEK Fridley residents successfully recycled, reused,or prop-
erly disposed of the following materials:
Fridley residents and more than Material Amount
k 300 volunteers made Fridley Pride Tree brush and branches 30,000 cubic yards
�� P'g�&r��3 City-Wide Clean-Up Week a great
C, *= a success. The Council and the steer- Appliances 1,032 appliances
11 a1 ing committee set out to build com- Usable furniture 14,880 pounds
munity spirit while cleaning up the Junk cars 15 cars
City. Both of these goals were met during the week of Refuse 265 tons
September 9 to 16, 1995.
Tires 2,098 tires
Activities included curbside collection of tree branches,
shrubs,refuse,usable furniture,and appliances. Over 1,200 Florescent lamps 1,909 units
residents dropped off tires, florescent lamps, car batteries, Used oil 2,000 gallons
demolition debris, scrap wood, waste oil, and oil filters at Used oil filters 1,036 units
Columbia Arena. Neighbors helped neighbors clean up Car batteries 457 units
garages and back yards,often removing 20-30 years worth Demolition debris 93 tons
of accumulation. Volunteers helped residents bring their
material to the curbside,and in many cases,volunteers helped Concrete and asphalt 40 tons
bring material to the drop-off site. Scrap metal 37 tons
CITY OF ST. ANTHONY VILLAGE
COMPREHENSIVE.PLAN UPDATE SCHEDULE
Task Name Responsible 1996 1997
Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan
Draft Request for Proposal (RFP) Planning Commission
Approve Draft RFP at SAV PC Meeting Planning Commission
Forward to City Council for Approval Planning Commission ■
Approval by City Council City Council
Issue Request for Proposal City Staff
Consultant Proposal Response Consultants
Receipt of Proposals City Staff
Reference Check of Consultants Cit Staff
Review Proposals Planning Commission
Interview Short List Commission/Council D
Recommend Consultant Selection Planning Commission ■
Approval of Consultant Selection City Council
Notice to Proceed for Consultant City Staff
Joint Commission/Council Kickoff Meeting Commission/Council
Preliminary Issues Analysis Consultant
Finalize Content of Plan Update Planning Commission
Ongoing Plan Development(Consultant) Planning Commission
Printed: Apr/18/96 Milestone Summary ll�l
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1 CITY OF ST. ANTHONY
2 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
3 APRIL 9, 1996
4 I. CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL.
5 The meeting was called to order at 7:40 P.M. followed by the Pledge of Allegiance led by
6 Mayor Ranallo.
7 II. ROLL CALL.
8 Councilmembers Present: Ranallo, Marks, Enrooth, Wagner, and Faust.
9 Also Present: Michael Mornson, City Manager and Jerry Gilligan, City Attorney.
lo III. APPROVAL OF APRIL 9, 1996 COUNCIL AGENDA.
11 City Manager Morrison noted item IX.B. would be removed until the April 23, 1996
12 Council Meeting.
13 Motion by Marks, second by Wagner to approve the April 9, 1996 Council Agenda as
14 revised.
15 Motion carried unanimously.
16 IV. APPROVAL OF MARCH 26, 1996 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES.
17 Motion by Marks, second by Enrooth to approve the March 26, 1996 Council Meeting
18 Minutes as presented.
19 Motion carried unanimously.
20 V. LICENSES/PERMITS/PETITIONS.
21 Motion by Wagner, second by Marks to approve the following licenses:
22 Contractors License:
23 Suburban Lighting Inc., Stillwater, MN/Renewal
24 Graus Construction Company, Hastings, MN/City Hall
25 Cigarette License:
26 Fuel Mart Inc., 3813 Stinson Boulevard/Renewal
27 Service Station License:
28 Fuel Mart, Inc., 3813 Stinson Boulevard/Renewal
29 Garbage Haulers License:
City Council Regular Meeting Minutes
April 9, 1996
Page 2
1 Larry's Quality Sanitation/Residential Renewal
2 Motion carried unanimously.
3 VI. PRESENTATION OF CLAIMS.
4 Motion by Marks, seconded by Enrooth.to approve the following claims:
5 A. Dorsey & Whitney - $942.00
6 B. Dorsey & Whitney - $2,578.52
7 C. 4 pages of Verified Claims as presented by the Finance Director.
s Motion carried unanimously.
9 VII. REPORTS.
10 A. Mayor.
11 Mayor Ranallo reminded the Council of the Chamber of Commerce Meeting
12 Wednesday, April 17 at 5:30 P.M. Since most Councilmembers will be in
13 attendance it will be posted as a legal meeting.
14 Mayor Ranallo read a proclamation declaring Volunteer Appreciation Week. An
15 appreciation dinner will be held April 30 for City volunteers.
16 Motion by Marks, second by Enrooth, to adopt the proclamation declaring
17 Volunteer Appreciation Week.
18 Motion carried unanimously.
19 B. Councilmembers.
20 Wagner reported he recently attended the St. Anthony Merchants Association
21 Meeting and a classic car show is planned in May. The Stonehouse will have a
22 Back to the 50's promotion.
23 Faust stated on March 29, he attended a Municipal Financial Workshop which he
24 found to be very informative.
25 Marks had nothing to report.
26 Enrooth stated there will be a Village Fest Meeting next Monday (April 15). City-
27 wide clean-up is scheduled for May 4. Information will be in the City Newsletter.
City Council Regular Meeting Minutes
April 9, 1996
Page 3
1 C. Ci , Manager.
2 Mornson noted he had a meeting with the City Hall Building Contractor. The
3 footprint of the building is complete. The architects will be at the next several
4 Council Meetings to'review some changes on the project. At the May Council
5 Meeting the audit will be presented to the Council. Mornson will be meeting with
6 Lauderdale and Falcon Heights in April to review the proposed police contracts.
7 VIII. PUBLIC HEARING - None.
8 IX. NEW BUSINESS.
9 A. Apache Plaza Final Plat
10 David Greening, Briggs and Morgan, Lawyer for St. Marie Company presented the final
11 plat for Silver Lake Center. The plan has been presented to the County and he does not
12 expect any property lines will be moved. There has been a change from the preliminary
13 plat to the final plat. Lot 5 Apache Plaza was not included as part of the final plat (this is
14 the current New Market building). The final plat does however include the remaining
15 portion of Lot 7. That building will still be called Apache Plaza.
16 Marks asked if the City Attorney was satisfied with the plat. Mr. Gilligan stated he was.
17 Motion by Wagner, second by Marks for approval of Apache Plaza Final Plat, with the
18 completion of the conditions as stated in the City Attorney's letter, as well as changes
19 Ramsey County may make.
20 Motion carried unanimously.
21 B. Consideration of Resolutions to Enter into Agreements with First Bank, Ste. Marie
22 Company, and Supervalu, Inc. Regarding Apache Plaza Redevelopment
23 This item was removed from the agenda to the April 23, 1996 Council Meeting.
24 C. Consideration of Stormwater Management Analysis for District 6 Drainage Basin
25 Motion by Marks, second by Enrooth, for approval of a study not to exceed $8,800.
26 Motion carried unanimously.
27 D. Resolution 96-028, Re: Environmental Survey of Old Parkview Building
City Council Regular Meeting Minutes
April 9, 1996
Page 4
Motion by Marks, second by Wagner, for adoption of Resolution 96-028 retaining a
2 Health Consulting Firm.
3 Motion carried unanimously.
4 XI. ADJOURNMENT.
5 Motion by Marks, second by Enrooth to adjourn the meeting at 7:55 P.M.
6 Motion carried unanimously.
7 Respectfully submitted,
8 Debbie Wolfe
9 TimeSaver Off Site Secretarial
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11 Mayor
12 ATTEST:
13 City Clerk
1 CITY OF ST. ANTHONY
2 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
3 APRIL 9, 1996
4 I. CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL.
5 The meeting was called to order at 7:40 P.M. followed by the Pledge of Allegiance led by
6 Mayor Ranallo.
7 H. ROLL CALL.
8 Councilmembers Present: Ranallo, Marks, Enrooth, Wagner, and Faust.
9 Also Present: Michael Morrison, City Manager and Jerry Gilligan, City Attorney.
10 III. APPROVAL OF APRIL 9; 1996 COUNCIL AGENDA.
11 City Manager Mornson noted item IX.B. would be removed until the April 23, 1996
12 Council Meeting.
13 Motion by Marks, second by Wagner to approve the April 9, 1996 Council Agenda as
.14 revised.
15 Motion carried unanimously.
16 IV. APPROVAL OF MARCH 26, 1996 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES.
17 Motion by Marks, second by Enrooth to approve the March 26, 1996 Council Meeting
18 Minutes as presented. ,
19 Motion carried unanimously.
20 V. LICENSES/PERMITS/PETITIONS.
21 Motion by Wagner, second by Marks to approve the following licenses:
22 Contractors License:
23 Suburban Lighting Inc., Stillwater, MN/Renewal
24 Graus Construction Company, Hastings, MN/City Hall
25 Cigarette License:
26 Fuel Mart Inc., 3813 Stinson Boulevard/Renewal
27 Service Station License:
28 Fuel Mart, Inc., 3813 Stinson Boulevard/Renewal
29 Garbage Haulers License:
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1 Larry's Quality Sanitation/Residential Renewal
2 Motion carried unanimously.
3 VI. PRESENTATION OF CLAIMS.
4 Motion by Marks, seconded by Enrooth to approve the following claims:
5 A. Dorsey & Whitney - $942.00
6 B. Dorsey & Whitney - $2,578.52
7 C. 4 pages of Verified Claims as presented by the Finance Director.
8 Motion carried unanimously.
9 VII. REPORTS.
10 A. Mayor.
11 Mayor Ranallo reminded the Council of the Chamber of Commerce Meeting
12 Wednesday, April 17 at 5:30 P.M. Since most Councilmembers will be in
13 attendance it will be posted as a legal meeting.
14 Mayor Ranallo read a proclamation declaring Volunteer Appreciation Week. An
15 appreciation dinner will be held April 30 for City volunteers.
16 Motion by Marks, second by Enrooth, to adopt the proclamation declaring
17 Volunteer Appreciation Week.
18 Motion carried unanimously.
19 B. Councilmembers.
20 Wagner reported he recently attended the St. Anthony Merchants Association
21 Meeting and a classic car show is planned in May. The Stonehouse will have a
22 Back to the 50's promotion.
23 Faust stated on March 29, he attended a Municipal Financial Workshop which he
24 found to be very informative.
25 Marks had nothing to report.
26 Enrooth stated there will be a Village Fest Meeting next Monday (April 15). City-
27 wide clean-up is scheduled for May 4. Information will be in the City Newsletter.
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1 C. City Manager.
2 Mornson noted he had a meeting with the City Hall Building Contractor. The
3 - footprint of the building is complete. The architects will be at the next several
4 Council Meetings to review some changes on the project. At the May Council
5 Meeting the audit will be presented to the Council. Mornson will be meeting with
6 Lauderdale and Falcon Heights in April to review the proposed police contracts.
7 VIII. PUBLIC HEARING - None.
8 IX. NEW BUSINESS.
9 A. Apache Plaza Final Plat
10 David Greening, Briggs and Morgan, Lawyer for St. Marie Company presented the final
11 plat for Silver Lake Center. The plan has been presented to the County and he does not
12 expedt any property lines will be moved. There has been a change from the preliminary
13 plat to the final plat. Lot 5 Apache Plaza was not included as part of the,final plat (this is
14 the current New Market building). The final plat does however include the remaining
15 portion of Lot 7. That building will still be called Apache Plaza.
16 Marks asked if the City Attorney was satisfied with the plat. Mr. Gilligan stated he was.
17 Motion by Wagner, second by Marks for approval of Apache Plaza Final Plat, with the
18 completion of the conditions as stated in the City Attorney's letter, as well as changes
19 Ramsey County may make.
20 Motion carried unanimously.
21 B. Consideration of Resolutions to Enter into Agreements with First Bank, Ste. Marie
22 Company, and Supervalu, Inc. Regarding Apache Plaza Redevelopment
23 This item was removed from the agenda to the April 23, 1996 Council Meeting.
24 C. Consideration of Stormwater Management Analysis for District 6 Drainage Basin
25 Motion by Marks, second by Enrooth, for approval of a study not to exceed $8,800.
26 Motion carried unanimously.
27 D. Resolution 96-028, Re: Environmental Survey of Old Parkview Building
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1 Motion by Marks, second by Wagner, for adoption of Resolution 96-028 retaining a
2 Health Consulting Firm.
3 Motion carried unanimously.
4 XI. ADJOURNMENT.
5 Motion by Marks, second by Enrooth to adjourn the meeting at 7:55 P.M.
6 Motion carried unanimously.
7 Respectfully submitted,
s Debbie Wolfe
9 TimeSaver Off Site Secretarial
10
11. Mayor
12 ATTEST:
13 City Clerk
1 CITY OF ST. ANTHONY
2 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR.MEETING MINUTES
3 APRIL 23, 1996
4 I. CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL.
5 The meeting was called to order at 7:00 P.M. followed by the Pledge of Allegiance led by Mayor
6 Ranallo.
7 II. ROLL CALL.
8 Councilmembers Present: Ranallo, Marks, Enrooth, Wagner, and Faust.
9 Also Present: Michael Mornson, City Manager and Jerry Gilligan, City Attorney.
10 III. APPROVAL OF APRIL 23, 1996 COUNCIL AGENDA.
11 Motion by Wagner, second by Enrooth to approve the April 23, 1996 Council Agenda with the
12 following changes:
13 Under IX. New Business, after Item B. Recess the City Council Meeting and Call to Order the
14 HRA Meeting. Upon Adjournment of the HRA Meeting Reconvene the Regular City Council
15 Meeting.
16 Motion carried unanimously.
17 IV. APPROVAL OF APRIL 9, 1996 COUNCIL MINUTES.
18 Motion by Marks, second by Wagner to approve the April 9, 1996 Council minutes as presented.
19 Motion carried unanimously.
20 V. LICENSES/PERMITS/PETITIONS.
21 Motion by Wagner, second by Marks to approve the following licenses:
22 Contractors License:
23 Rayco Construction Company, Columbia Heights, MN/Old Medtonics, Bldg.
24 Construction Labor Force/dba: Rite-Way Waterproofing, Lino Lakes, MN/Renewal
25 Heating License:
26 General Sheet Metal Corporation, Minneapolis, MN/Renewal
27 Practical Systems, Rogers, MN/Work at 3507 Belden Drive
28 Garbage Haulers License:
29 Woodlake Sanitary, Inc., Circle Pines, MN/Renewal
30 Motion carried unanimously.
31 Motion by Enrooth, second by Wagner to approve a 3.2 Beer Retail Off-Sale License for Fuel
32 Mart, 3813 Stinson Boulevard/Renewal.
33 Motion carried unanimously.
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1 VI. PRESENTATION OF CLAIMS.
2 Motion by Marks, second by Enrooth to approve the following claims:
3 A. Foster, Ojile. Wentzell & Brever, LLC in the amount of$2,600.00 for professional
4 services rendered for the month of.April, 1996.
5 B. 4 pages of Verified Claims as presented by the Finance Director.
6 Motion carried unanimously.
7 VII. REPORTS.
8 A. Planning Commission Meeting - April 16, 1996.
9 1. Variance Request for Lots 8 and 10 of the Village Commons: 3925-8 and 3925-10
10 Fordham Drive,Nedegaard Construction.
11 Planning Commissioner Gondorchin was present to report on the Planning Commission
12 meeting,of April 16, 1996. He reported Bruce Nedegaard had been present at the meeting
13 to explain that the location of the hearth rooms of the twin homes located on Lots 8 and
14 10 of the Village Commons will be in violation of the rear yard setbacks due to a survey
15 error. The surveyor placed the hearth rooms on the left side of the twin homes when they
16 should have been located on the right side. After looking at the blueprints and discussing
17 the issue there was no opposition by the Planning Commission to grant the variance. The
18 criteria of reasonable use and hardship not being created by the owner were debated as
19 the units could be used as originally intended without the hearth room and the surveyor
20 was under the owner's employment when he made the error. Chair Bergstrom then noted
21 that.granting the variance would not be setting a precedent nor would it negatively affect
22 the community. The Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend approval
23 of the nine foot variance request for the Village Commons,Nedegaard Construction, as
24 presented, based on meeting the three criteria for variance and that the neighbors voiced
25 no concern.
26 Councilmember Marks noted that Lots 7 and 8 and Lots 9 and 10 were mirror images of
27 each other and asked if the hearth room could be moved into the easement closer to the
28 lot line to minimize or eliminate the need for a variance.
29 Bruce Nedegaard,Nedegaard Construction explained the original plan placed the hearth
30 room out over the master bedroom. He provided the original plan the surveyor had
31 worked from noting he had been unaware that the surveyor had this plan. He stated that
32 ultimately no one was at fault but himself because the surveyor was under his direction.
33 He provided.the Councilmernbers with an illustration of the preliminary plat versus the
34 final plat, noting the angle of the twin home on Lot 10 had been changed to save a six to
35 seven foot stand of 30 foot evergreen trees.
36 Mayor Ranallo reported a letter had been received since the Planning Commission
37 meeting from Halbert Rogers,4011 Fordham Drive. The letter stated he was not trying to
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1 stop or divert construction, rather hoping that the dust, noise and wind blown debris will
2 soon come to a satisfactory conclusion.
3 Mr. Nedegaard stated he had checked the plat and spoken with the surveyor and was
4 certain there would be no further variance requests for the project. He stated he would
5 put this into letter form.
6 Marks stated it was clear the property would be able to be put to a reasonable use without
7 the variance.
8 Faust stated in light of what was already built there, he did not feel the property could be
9 put to a reasonable use and maintain the symmetric principles of the project.
10 Mayor Ranallo thanked Mr. Nedegaard for bringing this to the attention of the City
11 before the project went too far. He stated as long as there was no hardship to the other
• 12 property owners, he saw no reason not to grant the variance.
13 Marks asked if the City Attorney had commented on the issue. City Manager Mornson
14 stated he had forwarded the information to the City Attorney and had received no
-- . 15 comment.
16 Marks stated he did not feel he could vote in favor of the variance in good conscience.
17 Motion by Ranallo, seconded by Faust to approve the nine foot variance request for the
18 Village Commons,Nedegaard Construction, as presented, based on meeting the three
19 criteria for variances and that the neighbors voiced no concern.
20 Voting on the Motion:
21 Aye: Ranallo, Faust, Wagner.
22 Nay: Enrooth and Marks.
23 Motion carried.
24 B. Councilmembers.
25 Wagner noted the date for the previously approved request of the Shriners to deliver
26 onions at the Stonehouse Restaurant parking lot will be May 11, 1996.
27 Wagner reported his attendance at the Community Service Advisory Meeting. The
28 meeting included an update by the School Board. There was support expressed for the
29 construction of the Community Center/City Hall and the redevelopment at Apache Plaza.
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1 Wagner reported his attendance at a meeting of the Healthy Community/Healthy Youth
2 Task Force. He stated he would like to follow up on some of the issues discussed there at
3 a future Work Session meeting.
4 Enrooth reported he has been working on the MMRWO. They are attempting to look at a
5 joint power agreement and have created a first draft. He stated he will provide the
6 Council with more information as it becomes available.
7 Enrooth distributed the announcement of the Spring Clean-Up which will be held on May
8 4, 1996 from 9:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M.
9 Marks reported the St. Anthony Orchestra will hold it's 20th Anniversary Spring
10 Celebration on May 10, 1996. The celebration will include music, a silent auction and
11 dinner.
12
13 C. Mayor.
14 Mayor Ranallo had no report.
15 D. City Manager.
16 City Manager Morrison reported the Fire Department Annual Report will be completed
17 and presented to Council by Fire Chief Johnson on May 14, 1996. He reported meetings
18 will be held with the City of Falcon Heights and Lauderdale to negotiate the Police
19 Contract for 1997-98 by the end of May. The contract will then be presented to their
20 Council for consideration in early-June.
21 Morrison noted the St. Anthony Police Department has been asked to assist in providing
22 extra protection at a school in Falcon Heights next Saturday where a movie starring
23 Arnold Schwarzenager will be filmed.
24 City Manager Morrison reported Captain Jack Thoemke is one of eight police officers to
25 receive Officer of the Year Award. He is receiving the award for efforts extended when
26 gun fire was exchanged on the border of New Brighton and Fridley and St. Anthony was
27 called to assist. There was Council consensus for Staff to prepare a letter of
28 commendation.
29 VIII. PUBLIC HEARING -None.
30 IX. NEW BUSINESS
31 A. Resolution 96-029 re: Resolution to Enter Into Agreements with First Bank, Ste. Marie
32 Company, and Super Valu Inc Regarding Apache Plaza Redevelopment.
33 City Attorney Jerry Gilligan explained this action will authorize and execute the
34 Redevelopment Agreement and Assistance Agreement with St. Mariee Company. The
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1 City is agreeing to provide Tax Increment Financing to assist Ste. Marie Company in
2 paying a portion of the purchase price. The net assistance after reimbursement of the
3 City's expected loss in LGA will be 1.5 million. The City will issue bonds for a portion
4 of the funding and the other will be funded by HRA funds on hand. The bond issue is to
5 be structured to be payable over a 15-year term from the expected tax increment
6 generated from the CUB Foods Store. Conditions of the agreement are that Super Valu
7 agrees to construct the store and that the store will have a minimum market value for real
8 estate tax purposes of$4.5 million. Also that the market value of Lot 7 be maintained at
9 the current market value of$2.9 million to the year 2012. It is hopeful that Lot 7 will be
10 developed in the near future and it will be revisited at that time.
11 Mayor Ranallo introduced Joan Ahrens of Super Valu and expressed his appreciation of
12 all the hard work she has done to keep the project moving forward.
13 Ms. Ahrens stated it was a pleasure to work with the City of St. Anthony and is very
14 excited to get the project going. She reported they hope to pre-close on Friday with the
15 money changing hands on Monday. It is anticipated the store will be open within one
16 year. There is much yet to be done including demolition, removal of asbestos and site
17 work. She noted the proposed store will be much like the new store in Maplewood on
18 Highway 36 and White Bear Avenue.
19 Motion by Marks, second by Enrooth to approve Resolution 96-029, regarding approving
20 Execution and Delivery of Redevelopment Agreement and other Agreements in
21 connection with redevelopment of Apache Plaza Shopping Center. -
22 Motion carried unanimously.
23 B. Resolution 96-030, re: Approval of Issuance of Chandler Place Refunding Bonds.
24 Mr. Gilligan explained this proposed issuance of revenue bonds will serve to refund
25 revenue bonds issued by the City in 1985 to finance the construction of Chandler Place.
26 The City will have no liability for the bonds and will only act as a conduit for the bonds.
27 It is anticipated the closing on the bonds will occur in May and the 1985 Bonds will be
28 redeemed on June 1 st. The satisfaction of the loan will be made by payment of$600,000
29 by the owner of Chandler Place and payment by the HRA to the owner of St. Anthony
30 Health Center of$100,000 from tax increment revenue from the Chandler Place TIF
31 District upon completion of and expansion of the Health Center. -
32 It was noted Mr. Miller and a representative from First Bank System Investment Services
33 were present at the meeting.
34 Motion by Marks, second by Wagner to approve Resolution 96-020, relating to Chandler
35 Place Project; authorizing the sale and issuance of Multifamily Housing Development
36 Refunding Revenue Bonds, Series 1996A (GNMA Collaterized - Chandler Place Limited
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1 Partnership Project) and Multifamily Housing Development Revenue Bonds, Series
2 1996B (Taxable) (GNMA Collateralized - Chandler Place Limited Partnership Project);
3 Approving the form and authorizing the execution and delivery of documents relating to
4 such bonds.
5 Motion carried unanimously.
6 Mayor Ranallo recessed the meeting at 7:34 P.M. and reconvened at 7:43 P.M.
7 C. Request from Sports Boosters for Storage Room at New City Hall/Community Center.
8 Mike Peterson, President St. Anthony Sports Boosters, stated the Sports Boosters have
9 been talking to City Manager about the possibility of obtaining a storage space in the new
10 Community Center. The Sports Boosters currently have a storage space in the high
11 school but have been told they will have to vacate this location by the summer of 1997.
12 Consequently, they will need a location in which to store equipment. The Community
13 Center would be ideal due to its central location and 24 hour accessibility. It is
14 anticipated there will be a separate exterior access to the storage area. The initial
15 estimate for the storage area was $43,000. It has now increased to between $48,700 and
16 $49,100. It would contain 900 square feet of storage. The Sports Boosters intend to
17 make a considerable down payment of approximately $15,000 within the next 90 days
18 and the remainder payable by January 1, 1997. As a practical matter,this will exhaust
19 charitable gambling funds for this year.
20 Mayor Ranallo asked if the Sports Boosters would be contributing any funds for the new
21 gym this year. Mr. Peterson stated he did not believe there would be funds available.
22 Elizabeth Herrmann, Williams/O'Brien Architect, displayed a floor plan of the
23 Community Center. She noted the building had been designed so that a storage area
24 could be added and the gym could be expanded to the east. The storage area would be
25 located on the north corner of the gym and would finish off the corner. There is some
26 concern with the location of the ball field. The original surface of the ball field was to be
27 280 feet. Ms. Herrmann noted even without the addition of the storage area it will be
28 difficult to fit a ballfield of this size in this area. Another concern was that the Rice
29 Creek Watershed District required a swale be located in the center of the outfield. This
30 will result in a not completely flat playing surface.
31 Ms. Hemnann stated one option would be to rotate the ballfield slightly or to move home
32 plate back. Even then a 280 foot ballfield would extend right up to the building.
33 Kathy Knapp stated the reduction of Central 1 field would eliminate all adult play on that
34 field. Last season 70%of the players in that league either worked, graduated or lived in
35 the City of St. Anthony.
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1 Ms. Herrmann stated she had spoken with the contractor and he had indicated a decision
2 regarding the storage room had to be made immediately to avoid impact to the
3 construction schedule.
4 Ms. Knapp stated currently Central 1 field is unusable due to the construction fence on
5 the site. Four teams were lost due to this. These players have been in this league for
6 many years and were very unhappy.
7 Morrison questioned how the storm sewer system would affect the field. Ms. Herrmann
8 noted there may be a catch basin in the outfield. She also reiterated the swale could be a
9 problem but it is being required by the Rice Creek Watershed District.
10 Mayor Ranallo noted the building could not have been moved ahead because of the
11 utilities located in the front.
12 Enrooth questioned the possibility of repositioning the ballfields. Ms. Knapp suggested it
13 would be beneficial to reposition all three fields to obtain 280 feet which is ideal and
14 minimize the impact to the adult residents that want to play. She stated she had
15 previously worked with Dave Childs and Tom Burt to rotate the-field. There are
16 configurations to turn the fields which provide safety. It is important to consider the
17 direction the fields face with respect to the sun and also be certain to maintain the multi-
18 purpose affect.
19 Ms. Herrmann indicated she would be happy to look at the plans. She noted it would be
20 useful for Ms. Knapp to see the changes which result from the swale, etc.
21 Mayor Ranallo stated he had considered the field with Larry Hamer and Mike Gratis and
22 it appeared the field could be rotated to the left as you stand at home plate.
23 Faust confirmed that the building in its present situation already infringes on the ball
24 field. Ms. Herrmann stated if the ballfields were moved back a little it may be possible to
25 have a 280 foot ballfield but it would end right at the edge of the building.
26 Ms. Knapp stated a 285 foot field was necessary for Class C teams. If a 280 foot field is
27 not obtained it will eliminate residents from play.
28 Mayor Ranallo stated he appreciated the things the Sports Boosters do for the City but
29 feels that the City is being shorted. He asked that the Sports Boosters attempt to continue
30 to look for ways to help fund the new gym.
31 Mr. Peterson thanked the City for supporting the Sports Boosters. He stated he was not
32 aware of any certain requests made by the City to the Sports Boosters.
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1 Mayor Ranallo suggested it be determined where the most usage really is, in the gym or
2 in the softball field. He also questioned if a commitment had been made by the Sports
3 Boosters to provide the funds for the storage room. Mr. Peterson stated the Sports
4 Boosters have discussed and authorized the funds up to $49,100.
5 Mayor Ranallo questioned why the cost was so high. Ms. Herrmann explained
6 commercial construction is much more expensive than residential construction. This is
7 due to the requirement of sprinkler systems, mechanical, etc.
8 Enrooth asked how much less the cost would have been if the storage room had been
9 included in the original plan. Ms. Herrmann stated it would have been approximately
10 $5,000 to 8,000 less.
11 Marks stated he felt the City needed to move forward with the storage room. The Sports
12 Boosters need the facility. He stated he would recommend approval.
13 Ms. Herrmann stated she could give the contractor verbal approval, make the proposal
14 and go through the design process. This could be given to the contractor and they could
15 then give an estimate of the cost.
16 Motion by Marks, second by Wagner to approve a change order not to exceed $49,1000
17 for the addition of a 900 square foot storage room at the new Community Center with
18 payment from the Sports Boosters of approximately $15,000 within the next 90 days and
19 the remainder payable by January 1, 1997.
20
21 Motion carried unanimously.
22 D. Consideration of Exterior Receptacles for Villagefest at the New City Hall.
23 Ms. Herrmann reported she had requested the electrical engineer look at the costs
24 associated with adding an exterior electrical receptacle to the north end of the building for
25 use during the festival. Total costs including professional fees is estimated to be $6,210.
26 Much of the cost is due to the transformer and new panel board. She suggested this cost
27 be weighed against the cost of renting a generator. If the Council decides to install the
28 receptacle, it would be advisable to tie it in with the new storage room.
29 Mayor Ranallo noted rent for a generator can be very expensive and they are not always
30 easy to work with. Faust noted they are also very noisy.
31 Enrooth stated Mr. Bartz had been present at the meeting tonight but had left. Enrooth
32 felt his recommendation would be that this cost was too high.
33 Ms. Herrmann stated she felt the estimate was a little high. She suggested going through
34 the process of the formal estimate from the contractor.
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1 There was Council consensus to direct the architect to develop a change order for
2 consideration at the May 14th Council meeting.
3 E. Consideration of a Scoreboard in the New City Hall.
4 Ms. Herrmann stated she felt the estimate of$6,061 for the installation of the scoreboard
5 was high. She reported she learned at the construction progress meeting this morning that
6 the location of the scoreboard needed to be determined so the conduit could be installed.
7 Councilmember Wagner was requested to contact the Kiwanis, Lions Club and Chamber
8 and inquire if they would be willing to help fund the scoreboard.
9 Ms. Hermann stated there will be a single scoreboard which could possibly be located at
10 the end of the gym that was slightly wider. The other question is the location of the
11 control panel for the scoreboard. She felt the best location for the control panel would be
12 directly across from the scoreboard.
13 There was Council consensus to locate the scoreboard and control panel in these
14 locations.
15 Ms. Herrmann reported the construction progress meeting went well. Graus Construction
16 is a good company to work with. She reported the exterior footings are installed up to the
17 floor level and work is beginning on the interior footings. They will begin to put up the
18 burnish block for the gym in the next few days.
19 Momson noted the construction fence on the north will be removed by July 15, 1996 for
20 VillageFest.
21 X. UNFINISHED BUSINESS.
22 A. Ordinance 1996-002,re: Donation of Sick Leave Time (First Reading L•
23 Mayor Ranallo stated the City had received requests from some employees who have
24 accumulated a lot of sick time to be allowed to donate it to other employees who do not
25 have sick time in the case of an emergency. This is currently being done but on a case to
26 case basis.
27 Motion by Marks, second by Wagner to approve the First reading of Ordinance 1996-
28 002,relating to employees' donation of sick leave time, amending Section 3 00.10 of the
29 1993 St. Anthony Code of Ordinances by adding Subd. 9.
30 Motion carried unanimously.
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1 Mr. Terry Taylor, Vice President of Sports Booster presented the Sports Boosters report
2 for 1996. He pointed out the decrease in donation this year. He noted this may be
3 reduced further by the possible closing of Apache Wells.
4 Mayor Ranallo questioned the request for funds for the proposed gym. Mr. Taylor noted
5 there were no requests from the City of St. Anthony on the table.
6 Enrooth asked the status of pull tabs in the State. Mr. Taylor stated they remained
7 constant.
8 XI. ADJOURNMENT.
9 Motion by Marks, second by Enrooth to adjourn the meeting at 8:30 P.M.
10 - Motion carried unanimously.
11 Respectfully submitted,
12 Lorri Kopischke-
13 Timesaver Off Site Secretarial
14
15 Mayor
16 ATTEST:
17 City Clerk