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Polder: PL PACKETS 1998
Document: PL PACKET 08181998
CITY OF ST. ANTHONY
PLANNING COMMISSION
AUGUST 18, 1998
7:00 PM
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
I. CALL TO ORDER.
II. ROLL CALL.
III. APPROVAL OF AUGUST 18, 1998 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING.
AGENDA.
IV. APPROVAL OF.TUNE 161 1998 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES.
V. DESIGNATION OF PLANNING COMMISSION REPRESENTATIVE TO THE CITY
COUNCIL.
VI. PUBLIC HEARING.
A. 98 - 09 ROBERT V. JOHNSON, GARAGE SETBACK PERMIT.
VII. OTHER BUSINESS.
A. REPORT FROM THE PARKS COMMISSION CHAIR.
Z. STORM WATER MANAGEMENT-ORDINANCE REVIEW.
VIII. COMMENTS.
IX. ADJOURNMENT.
PLEASE REMEMBER TO BRING YOUR PACKET FROM LAST MONTH AS THE COMMISSION
HAS TO APROVE THE MINUTES FROM THE.TUNE MEETING.
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STAFF REPORT
DATE: July 21, 1998
.TO:. Planning Commissioners
FROM: Kim Moore-Sykes, Management Assistant
ITEM: 98-09 Garage Setback Permit and Variance to the Size for the
Proposed Garage at 2908 Roosevelt St. NE
BACKGROUND:
Robert and Doreen Jensen, owners of 2908 Roosevelt Street NE, have submitted a request for
a Garage Setback Permit in order to construct a detached double car garage. There is-currently
a single car garage attached to the residence. The Jensen are proposing to remodel the house
and construct the detached garage set back from the primary structure 23 feet so that he can
store other miscellaneous vehicles and equipment.
ANALYSIS:
According to the drawing submitted by Mr. Jensen, the proposed garage will be constructed in
the sideyard setback located on the north side of the property, leaving three feet to the property
line. Front and rear setbacks will.be maintained according to the requirements of the City's
Zoning Ordinance. Staff advised Mr. Jensen to talk with his neighbors about his proposed
garage construction.
Mr. Jensen will also need.a variance as part of this garage setback permit request because the
proposed garage is 24 feet by 30 feet and is 720 square feet. Section 1650.02, Subd. 6 of the
City's Ordinance states that the garage will cover an area of no more than 528 square feet,and
will not have-a dimension greater than 24 feet located either on the sideyard or rear yard. Mr.
Jensen is proposing to build the garage larger than allowed by Ordinance so that he can store
recreational vehicles and other equipment.
The lot coverage of the proposed project is 34.9%, including the driveway and sidewalk and is
within the City's 35.% lot coverage restriction. .Staff has received no calls or other
communications stating opposition to the Jensen's proposal.
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CITY OF ST. ANTHONY
APPLICATION FOR
GARAGE SETBACK PERMIT
APPLICANT: POberg , e/Se
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Zoning district in which property is located:
Using additional sheet(s) of paver, please briefly address the following items:
In granting or denying the setback permit, the Council will consider the following:
(1) proximity of the garage to any structures on the adjoining property,
(2) the extent of vegetation or other screening on the subject property and the
adjoining property,
(3) the effect of the structure on the light and visibility available to the
adjoining property,
(4)- matters of fire safety,
(5) the existing garages on the adjoining property,
(6) the ability to locate garages elsewhere on the subject property, and
(7) any other matters which may be relevant to the degree of encroachment
into the setback which is being requested by the applicant.
PLEASE INCLUDE A DETAILED SITE PLAN. A SURVEY WILL BE REQUIRED IF THE PROPERTY
LINE CANNOT BE VERIFIED.
SIGNATURE OF APPLICANT:
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1 CITY OF ST. ANTHONY
2 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES
3 JULY 21, 1998
4 I. CALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE.
5 The meeting was called to order and the Pledge of Allegiance was led by Vice Chair
6 Makowske at 7:10 PM.
7 H. ROLL CALL.
8 Commissioners present: Commissioners Horst, Kaczor and Makowske.
9 Commissioners absent: Chair Bergstrom, Commissioners Gondorchin and Thompson.
10 Also present: Kim Moore-Sykes, Management Assistant.
11 III. APPROVAL OF JULY 21, 1998 PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA.
12 No action taken due to lack of a quorum.
13 IV. APPROVAL OF JUNE 16, 1998 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES.
14 No action taken due to lack of a quorum.
15 V. DESIGNATION OF PLANNING COMMISSION REPRESENTATIVE TO THE CITY
16 COUNCIL.
17 No action taken due to lack of a quorum.
18 VI. PUBLIC HEARINGS.
19 A. 98-09 Robert V. Jensen, Garage Setback Permit.
20 Acting Chair Makowske apologized to Mr. Jensen. He explained that Mr. Jensen could wait
21 and have his application considered at the August St. Anthony, MN 55418 Planning
22 Commission meeting or could request that his application be heard at the City Council meeting
23 with a lack of recommendation from the Planning Commission.
24 Ms. Moore-Sykes noted that a public hearing requires a ten day notice in the local newspaper.
25 She stated she would obtain the recommendation of the city Attorney as to whether the
26 application could be heard at the July 28 City Council meeting or if it would have to wait until
27 the August 11 City Council meeting and contact Mr. Jensen as soon as possible.
28 VII. OTHER BUSINESS.
29 A. Dick Krier, RLK Kuusisto, Ltd., Plan Proposal
30 No action taken due to lack of a quorum.
31 VIII. COMMENTS - None.
32 IX. ADJOURNMENT.
33 The meeting was adjourned by default at 7:19 PM due to lack of a quorum.
34 Respectfully submitted,
35 Lorri Kopischke
36 Timesaver Off Site Secretarial
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MEMORANDUM
DATE: July 17, 1998
TO: Michael J. Mornson, City Manager
. FROM: Kim Moore-Sykes, Management Assistant .
ITEM: July 16' Planning Commission Worksession Meeting Summary
The Planning Commission had its July 16'Worksession Meeting to discuss issues identified by
the Comprehensive Plan Update. The Commission discussed issues that they view as priorities
and compiled a list of those priorities. A summary of the discussion of those priorities follows:
1. Housing.
a. Maintenance - The City should continue to work towards implementing the
point of sale ordinance to support the City's current code enforcement,
protect the City's housing stock, and the property values that support and
maintain the tax base. They felt that multi-family housing should be
included in the point of sale ordinance.
b. Code Enforcement - The Commissioners would like to see Code
Enforcement be more pro-active and not generated by complaints. Kaczor
reported that Chief Johnson's efforts have been more personal and pro-
active. The Commission asked if Chief Johnson could also attend a
Planning Commission Meeting to report about his efforts and success and/or.
have the Chief s code enforcement reports in their packets as well.
Gondorchin suggested a methodology whereby the City could be surveyed
for code enforcement violations and prioritized so that these efforts can be
reported as empirical data.
C. The Commissioners asked that the Council advise them of the portions of
the point of sale ordinance that is problematic that they can review.
2. City Infrastructure. The Commissioners were interested in knowing what is being
planned for the following issues:
a. Sidewalks - Where?.
b. Street Lighting - Decorative; along Silver Lake Road or just by Apache
Plaza only?
C. Parks
d. Gateway Signage
e. Landscaping, Streetscapes
f. Community Gathering Place
3. Commercial/Industrial Areas. The Commissioners felt that the Industrial.Park is looking
distressed and asked what can be done to give the property owners assistance. They asked
what is being planned for Apache Plaza and what can be done to get OPUS interested on it
again.
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Bergstrom offered to draft a recommendation to the City Council based on the
evening's discussion. He will finish it before the August Planning Commission and have Staff
include it in the Planning Commission Packet.
The worksession adjourned at 9:00 p.m.
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CITY OF ST. ANTHONY
ORDINANCE 1998-010
AN ORDINANCE PROMOTING THE HEALTH, SAFETY: .
AND GENERAL WELFARE OF THE CITIZENS OF ST. ANTHONY,.
MINNESOTA, BY AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE,
ADOPTING NEW SECTIONS REQUIRING STORM WATER
MANAGEMENT PRACTICES
The City Council of the City of St. Anthony hereby ordains:
Section 1. Chapter 16, ZONING AND LAND USE, shall be amended by adding Section
1675, Storm Water Management.
SECTION 1675 - STORM WATER MANAGEMENT
1675.01 Statutory Authorization. This ordinance is adopted pursuant to Minnesota Statutes
Section 462.351, according to the 1990 federal census.
1675.02 Findings. The City of St. Anthony hereby finds that uncontrolled and inadequately
planned use of wetlands, woodlands, natural..habitat areas, areas subject to soil erosion and
-areas containing restrictive soils adversely affects the public health, safety and general welfare
by impacting water quality and contributing to other environmental problems, creating
nuisances, impairing other beneficial uses of environmental resources and hindering the ability
of the City to provide adequate water, sewage, flood control, and other community services.
In addition, extraordinary public expenditures may be required for the protection of persons
and property in such areas and in areas which may be affected by unplanned land usage.
1675.03 Purpose. The purpose of this ordinance is to promote, preserve and enhance the
natural resources within the City of St. Anthony and protect them from adverse effects
occasioned by poorly sited development or incompatible activities by regulating land disturbing
or development activities that would have an adverse and potentially irreversible impact on
water quality and unique and fragile environmentally sensitive land; by minimizing conflicts -
and encouraging compatibility between land.disturbing and development activities and'water
quality and environmentally sensitive lands; and by requiring detailed review standards and
procedures for land disturbing or development activities proposed for such areas, thereby
achieving a balance between urban growth and development and protection of water quality
and natural areas.
1675.04 Definitions. For the purposes of this ordinance, the following terms, phrases, words,
and their derivatives shall have the meaning stated below. When not inconsistent with the
context, words used in the present tense include the future tense, words in the plural number
include the singular number, and words in the singular number include the plural number. The
word "shall" is always mandatory and not merely directive.
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1. Applicant. Any person who wishes to obtain a building permit, zoning or
subdivision approval:
2. Control measure. A practice or combination of practices to control erosion and
attendant pollution.
3. Detention facility. A permanent natural or man-made structure, including
wetlands, for the temporary storage of runoff which contains a permanent pool
of water.
4. Flood fringe. The portion of the flood plain outside of the flood way.
5. Flood plain. The areas adjoining a watercourse or water basis that have been or .
may be covered by a regional flood.
6. Flood way. The channel of the watercourse, the bed of water basins, and those
portions of the adjoining flood plains that are reasonably required to carry and
discharge flood water and provide water storage during a regional flood.
7. Hvdric soils. Soils that are saturated, flooded, or ponded long enough during
the growing season to develop anaerobic conditions in the upper part.
8. Hydrophytic vegetation.tation. Macrophytic plant life growing in water, soil or on a
substrate that is at least periodically deficient in oxygen as a result of excessive
water content.
9. Land disturbing or development activities. Any change of the land surface
including removing vegetative cover, excavating, filling, grading, and the
construction of any structure.
10. Person. Any individual, firm, corporation, partnership, franchisee, association;
or governmental entity.
11. Public waters. Waters of the state as defined in Minnesota Statutes Section
103G.005, subdivision 15.
12. Regional flood. A flood that is representative of large floods known to have
occurred generally in the state and reasonably characteristic of what can be
expected to occur on an average frequency in the magnitude of a 100-year
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13. Retention facility. A permanent natural or man made structure-that provides for
the storage of storm water runoff by means of a permanent pool of water.
14. Sediment. Solid matter carried by water...sewage, or other liquids:
15. Structure. Anything manufactured, constructed or erected which is normally
attached to or positioned on land, including portable structures, earthen
structures, roads, parking lots, and paved storage areas.
16. Wetlands. Lands transitional between terrestrial and aquatic systems where the
water table is usually at or near the surface or the land is covered by shallow
water. For purposes of this definition, wetlands must have the following three
attributes:
a) have a predominance of hydric soils;
b) are inundated or saturated by surface or ground water at a frequency and
duration sufficient to support a prevalence of hydrophytic vegetation
typically adapted for life in saturated soil conditions; and
C) under normal circumstances support a prevalence of such vegetation.
1675.05 Scope and Effect.
Subd. 1 Applicability. Every applicant for a building permit, subdivision approval, or
a permit to allow land disturbing activities must submit a storm water management plan
to the Public Works Director. No building permit, subdivision approval, or permit to
allow land disturbing activities shall be issued until approval of the.storm water
management plan or a waiver of the approval requirement has been obtained in strict
conformance with the provisions of this ordinance. The provisions of Section 9 of this
ordinance apply to all land, public or private, located within the City of St. Anthony.
Subd. 2 Exemptions. The provisions of this ordinance do not apply to:
a) Any part of a subdivision if a plat for the subdivision has been approved
by the City Council on or before the effective date of this ordinance.
b) Any land disturbing activity for which plans have been approved by the
watershed management organization within six months prior to the
effective date of this ordinance.
C) A lot for which a building permit has been approved on or before the
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d) Installation of fence, sign, telephone, and electric poles an_ d other kinds
of posts or poles.
e) Emergency work to protect life, limb, or property.
Subd. 3 Waiver. The City Council, upon recommendation of the Planning
Commission, may waive any requirement of this ordinance upon making a finding that
compliance with the requirement will involve an unnecessary hardship and the waiver
of such requirement will not adversely affect the standards and requirements set forth in
Section 1675.06. The City council may require as a condition of the waiver, such
dedication or construction, or agreement to dedicate or construct as may be necessary to
adequately meet said standards and requirements.
1675.06 Storm Water Management Plan Approval Procedures.
Subd. 1 Application. A written application for storm water management plan approval,
along with the proposed storm water management plan, shall be filed with the Public
Works Director and shall include a statement indicating the grounds upon which the
approval is requested, that the proposed use is permitted by right or as an exception in
the.underlying zoning district, and adequate evidence showing that the proposed use .
will conform to the standards set forth in this ordinance. Prior to applying for approval
of a storm water management plan, an applicant may have the storm water management
plans reviewed by the appropriate departments of the City.
Two sets of clearly legible blue or black lined copies of drawings and required
information shall be accompanied by a receipt from the Finance Director evidencing the
payment of all required fees for processing and approval as set forth in Section 1675.07
in the amount to be calculated in accordance with the Section. Drawings shall be
prepared to a scale appropriate to the site of the project and suitable for the review to
be performed. At a minimum the scale shall be 1 inch equals 100 feet.
Subd. 2 Storm Water Management Plan. At'a minimum, the storm water management.
plan shall contain the following information.
a) Existing site to man. A map of existing site conditions showing the site and
immediately adjacent areas, including:
1) The name and address of the applicant, the section, township and range,
north point, date and scale of drawing and number of sheets.
2) Location of the tract by an insert map at a scale sufficient to clearly
identify the location of the property and giving such information as the
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names and numbers of adjoining roads, railroads, utilities, subdivisions,
towns and districts or other landmarks.
.3) Existing topography with a contour interval appropriate to the.
topography of the land but in no case having a contour interval greater
than 2 feet.
4) A delineation of all streams, rivers, public waters and wetlands located
on and immediately adjacent to the site, including depth of water, a
description of all vegetation which may be found in the water, a
statement of general water quality and any classification given to the
water body or wetland by the Minnesota Department of Natural
Resources, the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency, and/or the United
States Army Corps of Engineers.
5) Location and dimensions of existing storm water drainage systems and
natural drainage patterns on and immediately adjacent to the site
delineating in which direction and at what rate storm water is conveyed
from the site, identifying the receiving stream, river, public water, or
.wetland, and setting forth those areas of the unaltered site where storm
water collects.
6) A description of the soils of the site, including a map indicating soil
types of areas to be disturbed as well as a soil report containing
information on the suitability of the soils for the type of development
proposed and for the type of sewage disposal proposed and describing
any remedial steps to be taken by the developer to render the soils
suitable.
7) Vegetative cover and clearly delineating any vegetation proposed for
removal.
8) 100 year.flood plans, flood fringes and flood ways.
b) Site construction plan. A site construction plan, including:
1) Locations and dimensions of all proposed land disturbing activities and
any phasing of those activities.
2) Locations and dimensions of all temporary soil or dirt stockpiles.
3) Locations and dimensions of all constructions site erosion control
measures necessary to meet the requirements of this ordinance.
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4) Schedule of anticipated starting and completion date of each land
disturbing activity including the installation of construction site.erosion
control measures needed.to meet the requirements of this ordinance.
5) Provisions for maintenance of the construction site erosion control
measures during construction.
C) Plan of final site conditions. A plan of final site conditions on the same scale as
the existing site map showing the site changes including:
1) Finished grading shown at.contours at the same interval as provided
above or as required to clearly indicate the relationship of proposed
changes to existing topography and remaining features.
2) A landscape plan, drawn to an appropriate scale, including dimensions
and distances and the location, type, size and description of all proposed
landscape materials which will be added to the site as part of the
development.
3) A drainage plan of the developed site delineating in which direction and
at what rate storm water will be conveyed from the site and setting forth
the areas of the site where storm water will be allowed to collect.
4) The proposed size, alignment and intended use of any structures to be
erected on the site.
5) A clear delineation and tabulation of all areas which shall be paved or
surfaced, including a description of the surfacing material to be'used.
6) Any other information pertinent to the particular project which in the
opinion of the applicant is necessary for the review of the project.
1675.07. Plan Review Procedure.
Subd. 1. Process. Storm water management plans.meeting the requirements of Section
1675.06 shall be submitted by the Public Works Director to the Planning Commission
for review in accordance with the standards of Section 1675.08. The Commission shall
recommend approval, recommend approval with conditions, or recommend denial of
the storm water management plan. Following Planning Commission action, the storm
water management plan shall be submitted to the City Council at its next available
meeting. City council action on the storm water management plan must be
accomplished within 120 days following the date the application-for approval is filed .
with the Public Works Director.
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Subd. 2. Duration. Approval of a plan submitted under the provisions of this ordinance
shall expire one year after the date of approval unless construction has commenced in
accordance.with the plan. However, if prior to the expiration of the approval, the
applicant makes a writtenrequest'to the Public Works Director for an extension of time
to commence construction setting forth the reasons for the requested extension, the
Public Works Director may grant one extension of not greater than one single year.
Receipt of any request for an extension shall be acknowledged by the Public Works
Director within 15 days. The Public Works Director shall make a decision on the
extension within 30 days of receipt. Any plan may be revised in the same manner as
originally approved.
Subd. 3. Conditions. A storm water management plan may be approved subject to
compliance with conditions reasonable and necessary to insure that the requirements
contained'in this ordinance are met. Such conditions may, among other matters, limit
the size, kind or character of the proposed development, require the construction of
structures, drainage facilities, storage basins and other facilities, require replacement of
vegetation, establish required monitoring procedures, stage the work overtime, require
alteration of the site design to insure buffering, and require the conveyance to the City
of St. Anthony or other public entity of certain lands or interests therein.
Subd. 4. Performance Bond. Prior to approval of any storm water management plan,.
the applicant shall submit an agreement to construct such required physical
improvements, to dedicate property or easements, or to comply with such conditions as
may have been agreed to. Such agreement shall be accompanied by a bond to cover the
amount of the established cost of complying with the agreement. The agreement and
bond shall guarantee completion and compliance with conditions within a specific time,
which time may be extended in accordance with Section 1675.07, Sud. 2.
Subd. 5. Fees. All applications for storm water management plan approval shall be
accompanied by a processing and approval fee of$
1675'.08 Annroval Standards.
Subd. 1. No storm water management plan which fails to meet the standards contained
in this Section shall be approved by the City Council.
Subd. 2. Site dewate&p. Water pumped from the site shall be treated by temporary
sedimentation basins, grit chambers, sand filters, upflow chambers, hydro-calcines,
swirl concentrators or other appropriate controls as appropriate. Water may not be
discharged in a manner that causes corrosion or flooding of the site or receiving
channels or a wetland.
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Subd. 3. Waste and material disposal. All waste and unused building materials
(including garbage, debris, cleaning wastes, wastewater, toxic materials or hazardous
materials) shall be properly disposed of off-site and not allowed,to be carried.by runoff
into a receiving channel or storm sewer system.
Subd. 4. Tracking. Each site shall have graveled roads, access drives and parking areas
of sufficient width and length to prevent sediment from being tracked onto public or
private roadways. Any sediment reaching a public or private road shall be removed by
street cleaning (not flushing) before the end of each workday.
Subd. 5. Drain inlet protection. All storm drain inlets shall be protected during
construction until control measures are in place with a straw bale, silt fence or
equivalent barrier meeting accepted design criteria, standards and specifications
contained in the MPCA publication "Protecting Water Quality in Urban Areas".
Subd. 6. Site erosion control. The following criteria (a. through d.) apply only to
construction activities that result in runoff leaving the site.
a) Channelized runoff from adjacent areas passing through the site shall be diverted
around disturbed areas, if practical.. Otherwise, the channel shall be protected
as described below. Sheetflow runoff from adjacent areas greater than 10,000
square feet in area shall also be diverted around disturbed areas, unless shown to
have resultant runoff rates of less than 0.5 ft./sec. across the disturbed area for
the one year storm. Diverted runoff shall be conveyed in a manner that will not
erode the conveyance and receiving channels.
b) All activities on the site shall be conducted in a logical sequence to minimize the
area of bare soil exposed at any one time.
C) Runoff from the entire disturbed area on the site shall be controlled by meeting
either subsections 1 and 2 or 1 and 3.
1) All disturbed ground left inactive for fourteen or more days shall be
stabilized by seeding or sodding (only available prior to September 15)
or by mulching or covering or other equivalent control measure.
2) For sites with more than ten acres disturbed at one time, or if a channel
originates in the disturbed area, one or more temporary' or permanent
sedimentation basins shall be constructed. Each sedimentation basin
shall have a surface area of at least one percent of the area draining to
the basin and at least three feet of depth and constructed in accordance
with accepted design specifications. Sediment shall be removed to
maintain a depth of three feet. The basin discharge rate shall also be
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sufficiently low as to not cause erosion along the discharge channel or
the receiving water.
3) , For sites with less than ten acres disturbed at one time; silt fences, straw
bales, or equivalent control measure shall be placed along all side slope
and downslope sides of the site. If a channel or area of concentrated
runoff passes through the site, silt fences shall be placed along the
channel edges to reduce sediment reaching the channel. The use of silt
fences, straw bales, or equivalent control measure must include a
maintenance and inspection schedule.
d) Any soil or dirt storage piles containing more than ten cubic yards of material .
should not be located with a downslope drainage length of less than 25 feet from
the toe of the pole to a roadway drainage channel. If remaining for more than
seven days, they shall be stabilized by mulching, vegetative cover, tarps or
other means. Erosion from piles which will be in existence for less than seven
days shall be controlled by placing straw bales or silt fence barriers around the
pile. In-street utility repair or construction soil or dirt storage piles located
closer than 25 feet of a roadway or drainage channel must be covered_with tarps
or suitable alternative control, if exposed for more than seven days, and.the
storm-drain inlets must be protected with straw bale or other appropriate .
filtering barriers.
Subd. 7. Storm water management criteria for permanent facilities.
a) An applicant shall install or construct, on or for the proposed land disturbing or
development activity, all storm water management facilities necessary to manage
increased runoff so that the two year, ten year, and 100 year storm peak
discharge rates existing before the proposed development shall not be increased
and accelerated channel erosion will not occur as a result of the proposed land
disturbing or development activity. An applicant may also make an in-kind or
monetary contribution to the.development and maintenance of community storm
water management facilities designed to serve multiple land disturbing and
development activities undertaken by one or more persons, including the
applicant..
b) The applicant shall give consideration to reducing the need for storm water
management facilities by incorporating the use of natural topography and land
cover such as wetlands, ponds, natural swales and depressions as they exist
before development to the degree that they can accommodate the additional flow
of water without compromising the integrity or quality of the wetland or pond.
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C) The following storm water management practices shall be investigated in
developing a storm water management plan in the following descending order of
preference:
1) Natural infiltration of precipitation on-site;
2) Flow attenuation by use of open vegetated swales and natural depressing;
3) Storm water retention facilities; and
4) Storm water detention facilities.
d) A combination of successive practices may be used to achieve the applicable
minimum control requirements specified in subsection a) above. Justification
shall be provided by the applicant for the method selected.
Subd. 8. Design standards. Storm water detention facilities constructed in the City of
St. Anthony shall be designed according to the most current technology as reflected in
the MPCA publication "Protecting Water Quality in Urban Areas", and shall contain, at
a minimum, the following design factors: .
a) A permanent pond surface area equal to two percent of the impervious area
draining to the pond or one percent of the entire area draining to the pond,
whichever amount is greater;
b) An average permanent pool depth of four to ten feet;
C) A permanent pool length-to-width ration of 3:1 or greater;
d) A minimum protective shelf extending ten feet into the permanent pool with a
slope of 10:1; beyond which slopes should not exceed 3:1;
e) A protective buffer,strip of vegetation surrounding the permanent pool at a
minimum width of one rod (16.5 feet);
f) All storm water detention facilities shall have a device to keep oil, grease, and
other floatable material from moving downstream as a result of normal
operations;
g) Storm water detention facilities for new development must be sufficient to limit
peak flows in each subwatershed to those that existed before the development
for the 10 year storm event. All calculations and hydrologic models/information
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used in determining peak flows shall be submitted along-with the storm water
management plan;
h) All storm water detention facilities must have a forebay to.remove coarse-
grained particles prior to discharge into a watercourse or storage basin.
Subd. 9. Wetlands.
a) Runoff shall not be discharged directly into wetlands without resettlement of the
runoff.
b) Wetlands must not be drained or filled, wholly or partially, unless replaced by
restoring or creating wetand areas of at least equal public value. Replacement
must be guided by the following principles in descending order of priority:
1) Avoiding the direct or indirect impact of the activity that may destroy or
diminish the wetland;
2) Minimizing the impact by limiting the degree or magnitude of the
wetland activity and its implementation;
3) Rectifying the impact by repairing, rehabilitating, or restoring the
affected wetland environment;
4) Reducing or eliminating the impact over time by preservation and
maintenance operations during the life of the activity; and
5) Compensating-for the impact by replacing or providing substitute
wetland resources or environments.
Subd. 10. Steep slopes. No land disturbing or development activities shall be allowed
on.slopes of 18 percent or more.
Subd. 11. Catch basins. All newly installed and rehabilitated catch basins shall be
provided with a sump area for the collection of coarse-grained material. Such basins
shall be cleaned when they are half filled with material.
Subd. 12. Drain leaders. all newly constructed and reconstructed buildings will route
drain leaders to pervious areas wherein the runoff can be allowed to infiltrate. The
flow rate of water exiting the leaders shall be controlled so no erosion occurs in the
previous areas.
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Subd. 13. Inspection and maintenance. All storm water management facilities shall be
designed to minimize the need of maintenance, to provide access for maintenance
purposes and to be structurally sound. All storm water management facilities shall have,
a plan of operation and maintenance that assures continued effective removal of
pollutants carried in storm water runoff. The Director of Public Works, or designated
representative, shall inspect all storm water management facilities during construction,
during the first year of operation, and at least once every five years thereafter. The
inspection records will be kept on file at the Public Works Department for a period of
six years. It shall be the responsibility of the applicant to obtain any necessary
easements or other property interests t allow access to the-storm water management
facilities for inspection maintenance purposes. .
Subd. 14. Models/methodolo iesgL /computations. Hydrologic models and design
methodologies used for the determination of runoff and analysis of storm water
management structures shall be approved by the Director of Public Works. Plans,
specification and computations for storm water management facilities submitted for
review shall be sealed and signed by a registered professional engineer. All
computations shall appear on the plans submitted for review, unless otherwise approved
by the Director,of Public Works.
Subd. 15. Watershed mans e�ment plans/Ground water management plans. Storm water
management plans shall be consistent with adopted watershed management plans and
groundwater management plans prepared in accordance with Minnesota Statutes Section
103B.231 and 103B.255 respectively, and as approved by the Minnesota Board of
Water and Soil Resources in accordance with the state law.
Subd. 16. Easements. If a storm water management plan involves direction of some or
all runoff off of the site, it shall be the responsibility of the applicant to obtain from
adjacent property owners any necessary easements or other property interests
concerning flowage of water.
Section 9. Lawn Fertilizer Replations.
Subd. 1. Use of impervious surfaces. No person shall apply fertilizer to or deposit grass
clippings, leaves, or other vegetative materials on impervious surfaces, or within storm
water drainage systems, natural drainage ways, or within wetland buffer areas.
Subd. 2. Unimproved land area. Except for driveways, sidewalks, patios, areas
occupied by structures or areas which have been improved by landscaping, all areas
shall be covered by plants or vegetative growth.
Subd. 3..Fertilizer content. Except for the first growing season for newly established
turf areas, no person shall apply liquid fertilizer which contains more than one-half
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percent by weight of phosphorus, or granular fertilizer which contains more than three
percent by weight of phosphorus, unless the single application is less than or equal to
one-tenth pound of phosphorus per one thousand square feet._'Annual application .
amount shall not exceed one-half pound of phosphorus per.one thousand square feet of
lawn area.
Subd. 4. Buffer zone. Fertilizer applications shall not be made within one rod (16.5
feet) of any wetland or water resource.
Section 10. Penal 1y. Any person, firm or corporation violating any provision of this ordinance
shall, upon conviction, be guilty of a misdemeanor.
Section 11. Other Controls. In the event of any conflict between the provisions of this
ordinance and the provisions of an erosion control or shoreland protection ordinance adopted
by the City council, the more restrictive standard prevails.
Section 12. Severability. The provisions of this ordinance are severable. If any provision of
this ordinance or the application thereof to any person or circumstance is held invalid, such
invalidity shall not affect other provisions or applications of this ordinance which can be given
effect without the invalid provision or application.
Section'13. Effective Date. This ordinance shall be effective date of its publication.
First Reading:
Second Reading:
Adopted:
Mayor
ATTEST:
City Clerk
Publish: St. Anthony Bulletin
Metropolitan Council
Working for the Region, Planning for the Future
mom
Environmental Services
June 25, 1998
Mr.Michael Morrison
City Manager
Saint Anthony Village
3301 Silver Lake Road
St.Anthony,Minnesota 55418-1699
RE: Saint Anthony Comprehensive Plan Update
Adoption of Erosion and Sediment Control Ordinance
Metropolitan Council District 10
Metropolitan Council Referral File No. 15700-8
Dear Mr.Morrison:
Metropolitan Council staff provided review comments on the Saint Anthony Village comprehensive plan
update in a March 5, 1998 letter. The staff review concluded.that the plan was incomplete and identified
issues that needed to be resolved before the Council would be able to complete it's review of the plan.
One of the issues is the need for Saint Anthony to adopt and implement an erosion and sediment control
ordinance consistent with the Council's Interim Strategy to Reduce Nonpoint Source Pollution (strategy).
The Council adopted the interim strategy in July of 1992,as an interim step in achieving water quality
goals set by the U.S.Environmental Protection Agency(EPA)and the Minnesota Pollution Control.
Agency(MPCA)in 1990 to reduce ronpoint source pollution in the Minnesota River by 40 percent from
pre-1980 levels. The two agencies set 1996 as the target date to achieve the goal.The Council realized
that to accomplish this goal,standard land development and agricultural practices would need to be
altered to restrict nonpoint source pollutants from entering area water bodies.
The strategy incorporates basic water quality management practices that will improve the water quality of.
area water bodies. The Council initially developed the strategy for communities within the Minnesota
River basin where the most acute cases of water quality degradation due to nonpoint source pollution
occur. However,during the public participation process of developing the strategy,it became clear that
all water bodies in the seven county area are impacted to some degree by human activities,both urban
and rural,and in November of 1992 the strategy was modified by the Council to apply to all local
governments within the seven county area..
Council staff is committed to working with watershed management organizations(WMOs)and local
governments through the planning process outlined in Minnesota Statutes,section 103B.201. The
Council also recognizes its responsibility to prepare and adopt a water resources plan that includes
rrlanagement objectives and target pollution loads for watersheds in the metropolitan area pursuant to
Minnesota Statutes,section 473.157. We.realized in 1992 it would take several years for the Council,
WMOs,and local governments to prepare and implement these plans,but that immediate action was
needed to reduce the impacts of nonpoint source pollution on area water bodies. As part of local
planning efforts,measures will need to be adopted to implement nonpoint source pollution reduction
strategies. Existing Capital Improvement Programs and local regulations need to be amended to ensure
the financing is available for long-term management and maintenance of ponds and wetlands receiving
stormwater runoff.
Michael Morrison
June 25, 1998
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The interim.strategy is the minimum effort that the Council will accept as part of any local government
. comprehensive plan. It should be recognized that more comprehensive revisions to stormwater plans .
may be required once the Council and WMOs complete their planning under Minnesota Statutes,section
103B.201 and 473.157 in order to meet water quality goals. As requirements of the strategy, all local
governments throughout the metropolitan area currently must
• adopt design standards for new stormwater ponds that reduce contaminant loadings from surface
water runoff to Nationwide Urban Runoff Program(NURP)wet detention basin removal efficiency
levels, '
• adopt the MPCA's.urban"best management practices"design standards manual titled Protecting
Water Quality in Urban Areas or its equivalent for all new and redeveloped land development,
• adopt the Department of Natural Resources shoreland regulations as found in the Statewide Standards
For Management of Shoreland Areas consistent with the DNR's implementation strategy and
timeline,and
• adopt as part of the local comprehensive plan and official controls,the above measures(by January 1,
1993).
Since its adoption by the Council in 1992,local communities have been notified on several occasions by
letter,of the requirement to adopt and implement the interim strategy. The Council has endorsed its
inclusion in both its Water Resources Management Policy Plan (December 1996)and Local Planning
Handbook. Both the Council's 1993 (required adoption).date and the EPA/MPCA 1996(40 percent
pollution reduction)date have passed. Council staff is now requiring the strategy's incorporation in
overall comprehensive plan updates,and local implementation of land use controls within 120 days of
final plan adoption by the local government. A model ordinance has been prepared by Council staff that
incorporates the above content requirements,as well as other surface water management practices which
minimize pollutant loading'in surface water runoff. The model can be easily tailored by the city for it's
specific needs.
If you have questions regarding these comments or wish to discuss them in greater detail,please contact
me at 602-1159,in the Council Environmental Service's Environmental Planning and Evaluation
Department.
Sincerely,
James Larsen,P.E.
Environmental Engineer/Senior Planner
Enclosures
c: Rick Packer,Metropolitan Council District 10
Keith Buttleman,Director Environmental Planning and Evaluation Department
Guy Peterson,Metropolitan Council Sector Representative
Judy Sventek,Metropolitan Council Watershed Coordinator
MEMORANDUM
DATE: July 2, 1998
TO: Storm Water Task Force
FROM: Michael Mornson, City Manager
ITEM: UPDATE ON FLOOD MITIGATION PROJECTS
I feel it is important to provide each of you with an update on the WSB & Associates plan for
flood mitigation.
First, the good news. The City did receive $1 million from the DNR on Friday, June 26,
1998, to assist in costs for the projects. The City may bond for their share later this year,
depending on how far we get with some of the projects. The second million will be available
after we spend the first million and match it. The City still hasn't heard officially from FEMA
on the $750,000. The DNR is planning to officially present an enlarged million dollar check
to the Council, possibly at the July 28 meeting.
Following are the dates that WSB will present updates to the City Council:
Tuesday, 7:00 PM, July 28
WSB will present an update on the grant program and a discussion on a street
reconstruction plan for 1999 in the 29`h Avenue NE area. A discussion of the removal
of the Lockrem home may also take place that evening.
Wednesday. PMWednesday. 7:00 Au�st 1212
Neighborhood meeting with property owners concerned with problem area 5, Harding
Street.
I feel it is important that as many of the Task.Force members as possible attend the July 28 and
August 12 meetings, especially the meeting on August 12. The City-has received a large
number of calls from persons in the Harding neighborhood. We have been informed that a
.petition is being circulated requesting the City to table everything relating to flood mitigation
projects until more study on other options is explored.
The City's first Parks Commission meeting is scheduled for July 21 at 8:00 PM,and the second
meeting is August 10 at 7:00 PM. Todd Hubmer of WSB will be present to talk to the new
Commission about Central and Silver Point Parks plans.
If you have questions on any of these matters, please feel free to contact me at 789-8881.
June 25, 1998
Re: Proposed Sidewalk Reconstruction
St. Anthony Boulevard/Kenzie Terrace
RCM 10415.01
Dear Property Owner:
The City of St. Anthony is planning to reconstruct the existing concrete sidewalks
located along St. Anthony Boulevard from Stinson Road to Kenzie Terrace as well
as the existing walk along the northwesterly side of Kenzie Terrace from St.Anthony
Boulevard to the existing concrete walk southerly of 27th Avenue N.E. An
informational meeting to discuss the proposed improvements has been
scheduled for 6.00 p.m.on Thursday July 9, 1998 in the City Council chambers
Ic III at St. Anthony 0"all. St. Anthony City Hall is located at 3301 Silver Lake
Road.
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carroll The purpose of the informational meeting is to provide the effected property owners
muller
associates, inc. information regarding the schedule for the proposed improvements,the scope, and
en sn
a rc�iitects eers. the impacts to the adjacent property owners. The project is proposed to be funded by
land surveyors the City's Municipal State Aid funds at no cost to the adjacent property owners. The
equal opportunity improvements are planned to begin the second week of August 1998 with
employer construction completion, including restoration,on or before October 30, 1998.
If you have any questions or need additional information regarding the proposed
sidewalk reconstruction,please contact me at 935-6901.We look forward to meeting
with you and answering any questions you may have on July 9th.
Si rl ,
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Michael P. Foertsch .E.2. .
• Manager,Municipal Department
RIEKE CARROLL MULLER ASSOCIATES,INC.
MPF/bam
c: Mike Morrison, City of St.Anthony
10901 red circle dr. Jay Hartman, City of St.Anthony
post office box 130 Gene Anderson,RCM
minnetonka, mn
55343-0130
(612)935-6901
fax(612)935-8814
www.rcm-assoc.com
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1 CITY OF ST. ANTHONY DRAFT
2 PARKS COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES
3 AUGUST 10, 1998
4 L CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALIJOPENING REMARKS
5 The meeting was called to order by Chair Jindra at 7:05 PM.
6
7 Present: Chair Carol Tindra, Vice Chair Doug Koehntop, Commissioners Joanne
8 Kosciolek, Andrea Lambrecht, Paul Louiselle, Tim Morris, and Don
9 Siggelkow.
10 Absent: None.
11 Also present: Public Works Director Jay Hartman; Representative from Community
12 Services (George Wagner); Representative from School Board (Kathie
13 Wolff);lS rts Boosters(Jan Jensen);Todd Hubmer, WSB&Associates,Inc.
14 l
is Chair Jindra addressed the Commission, asking whether any changes or modifications were
16 needed to the agenda. She stated she wanted to add the topic of audience participation to the
17 agenda. She said a policy should be formed by the Commission for future meetings, and
18 asked for Commission input.
19
20 Wagner stated this item should go under"Other Business.".
21 M APPROVAL OF JULY 219 1998 PARKS COMMISSION 1VIINMS.
22 Motion by Koehntop, second by Siggelkow to approve the minutes of the July 21, 1998
23 meeting.
24 ✓ Motion carried unanimously.
25 Lambrecht asked whether re dent$ om the Harding qty{ -their
26 4emnients)-should be included in the July 21 minutes.
27 Jimdra stated that these people and their comments could have been added, but since they
28 didn't identify themselves at the meeting, a general statement could be given this time. In
29 the future, she continued, all speakers should identify themselves prior to commenting.
30 She added that a sign-in sheet may be used by people who would like to speak at future
31 meetings.
32 Morris added that there may not be time to listen to everyone who may want.to speak He
33 said a sign-in sheet may be a good idea.
34 Andra stated a time limit of ten minutes for public speaking may be instituted at future
35 meetings.
36 Lambrecht requested that these minutes be amended so as to include the Harding
37 residents. She stated that they came to discuss park plans, and should be acknowledged.
38
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1 Tindra replied that the Commission may want to solicit comments from residents in the
Z future but that it should take place in an orderly manner.
3 III. DESIGNATE PARK COM 1ISSIONER TO AUGUST 199 1999 PLANNING
4 COMrvUSSION AND AUGUST 25, 1998 CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS.
5 Tindra asked whether the schedule for attending Council meetings was agreeable to all
6 Commission members.
7
8 Morris stated he and Koehntop switched dates with each other.
9
10 Motion by Koehntop, second by Siggelkow to approve the Commission schedule for
11 attending City Council meetings.
12 Motion carried unanimously.
13 rV. PRESENTATION OF THE PARKS ORDINANCE AND THE PARKS
14 COMMISSION BY-LAWS.
15 Tindra stated City Manager Mike Mornson discussed this at last month's meeting. She
16 then asked for Commission input as to whether the item could be approved or should be
17 tabled.
18
19 Koehntop asked what the procedure should be for a member who cannot attend a
20 Commission meeting, and whom they should call. Tindra replied that members who
21 cannot attend meetings should call Public Works Director Hartman. Hartman stated he
22 can be reached at the City office before 3:30 p.m., or they can call him directly at 706-
23 1322.
24
25 Lambrecht asked how the minutes should address the Harding residents who attended the
26 last meeting. She suggested calling them St. Anthony Village citizens. J'indra replied that
27 they should be addressed as community residents for now_ She then asked if the
28 Commission wished to approve the Parks Ordinance.
29
30 Kosciolek asked for the procedure on amending bylaws, and whether a quorum is
31 required. rinds answered that the Commission can decide this as the process continues.
32 She then stated that under"Other Business,"new-members would be updated as to what
33 has taken place with the Commission so far.
34
35 Motion by Koehntop, second by Siggelkow to approve the Parks Commission By-Laws.
36 Motion carried unanimously,
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1 V. REVIEW CENTRAL AND.SILVER POINT PARKS WITH WSB,INC.
2 Hubmer reviewed drawings of the park proposals, and asked the Commission'to move
3 toward fined'concept plan. In addition, he modified cross-sections of the drawings to
4 provide Commission members with more information. He also showed the depths of cuts
5 as compared to current park conditions. He stated that the concern was over installing an
6 adult softball field.
7
8 Wolff asked if a child-sized soccer field could be added. Hubmer replied that yes,this
9 could be added.
10
11 Morris.asked if the two ball fields would be on the same level. Hubmer replied that yes,
12 the levels would be the same.
13
14 Louiselle asked about the depth of the hockey field as compared to that of the softball
15 field. Hubmer reviewed these dimensions.
16
17 Wagner asked the size of the"adult"field. Hubmer answered that this field would
18 measure 260 to 300 feet.
19
20 Wagner stated that Community Service is concerned over the loss of the adult field. He
21 added that there is presently a shortage of adult fields.
22
23 Hubmer asked whether there is a plan for Central Park to install an adult field. Wagner
24 replied that yes,this is planned,but not in the near future. He stated responses to surveys
25 have indicated that Silver Point Park is preferred for an adult field.
26 Louiselle stated that he has observed several games, and believes Silver Point Park is more
27 adequate for youth games, as it is a smaller space. He stated he hasn't seen an adult game
28 there.
29
30 Lambrecht agreed that Silver Point Park seems smaller than Central Park, and may appear
31 more family-oriented with its playground and picnic area.
32
33 Kosciolek asked about trends in adult softball. Wagner replied that adult softball trends
34 are maintaining. He added that some interest decreased when it appeared there would be
35 a lack of field space,but that has reverted back again.
36
37 Morris asked how many softball players are St. Anthony residents. Wagner stated that
38 ' softball teams are filed as residents, and most do live or have lived in St. Anthony. He
39 added that it's not a requirement for softball players to be residents of the City they play
40 in. He said sports boosters work this way as well.
41
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1 . Morris stated the fields near Unisys,behind the golf course, could be used temporarily as
2 adult softball fields. He added that fields in New Brighton and Roseville may also be used
3 during local construction. .
4
5 Louiselle stated that if alcohol is served at Silver Point Park, residents nearby may be
6 offended. He added that at Central Park,there is a buffer between houses and the fields,
7 which may be more acceptable to residents.
8
9 Wolff asked whether Emerald Park could be used for adult softball or for traveling youth
10 baseball. Hubmer replied that Emerald Park is too small for adult games,but could be
11 suitable for youth softball, especially for those under age 13.
12
13 Wolff stated there is a need for pre-teeball, and that perhaps Emerald and Silver Point
14 Parks could be used for this.
15
16 Hubmer stated more input is needed from the Commission and the community on this
17 issue.
18
19 Wolff stated a soccer field is'needed to replace the one being lost behind Central Park:
20 Wagner and Louiselle agreed with this statement.
21
22 orris ed if the conc dra s ar r re at y
23 dr s ar o c
24
25 Kosciolek asked how close the play area is proposed to be in relationship to the highway,
26 and whether it may need to be reconfigured.
27
28 Hubmer stated the basketball court and playground have been moved away from County
29 Road 88,but this move could affect the size of a future soccer field. He asked whether
30 the picnic shelter is necessary, and if it could be removed to install the play area in that
31 position.
32
33 Kosciolek stated she is concerned about the play area being near the highway.
34 Wolff stated the play area could be near the homes in that area,which could create a
35 buffer. .
36.
37 Lambrecht asked whether it would be safer to switch the playground area site with that of
38 the basketball court, so as to contain stray softballs. Hubmer stated that players generally
39 hit balls farther down the be and the central field may be safer.
40
41 Louiselle asked whether Silver Point Park is-envisioned as a recreational park only, and
42 not for competitive sports, as he hasn't seen much basketball played in that park
43
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1 J'indra asked whether there is a full-sized basketball court there. Hubmer replied that no,
2 this court is not full-sized,but the-court in Central Park is a fall-sized court.
3 Andra stated that perhaps a full-sized court is needed in Silver Point Park as well.
4
5 Morris stated that most kids would not hit softballs as far as adults would, so playgrounds
6 should be relatively safe.
7
8 Tindra asked whether a decision is needed on this matter now, or whether the Commission
9 could have a tour before deciding.
10 Morris asked if the basketball court could be placed near the parking lot;and if this would
11 be feasible during the winter.
12
13 Hartman asked whether the basketball court could be full-sized if it were fenced in.
14 Hubmer stated that no fencing could be added.
15
16 J'm&a said most players using the basketball court would probably be teens, and so a full-
17 sized court may-not be needed.
18
19 Louiselle suggested the remaining space could then be used for soccer.
20
21 Andre stated a basketball court in Central Park should be fenced in, even though players
22 tend to be middle school to adult age. She then asked if similar demographics would result
23 in similar fencing in Silver Point Park. Louiselle agreed that this could be the same
24 Situation.
25
26 Lambrecht asked if the hockey field could be used as a play area. Hubmer replied that yes,
27 it could be used but would get wet in this area as the ground is lower.
28
29 Koehntop stated the area could be used for youth soccer since the area could be small and
30 still suitable.
31 Morris suggested the boards be taken away as walls, as a soccer field should be wider than
32 a hockey rink. He added that removing the walls would depend on where the plantings
33 are located. Morris stated that soccer could be played inside the boards as well,which
34 could save time and money on labor. He added that small-sided games could be played
35 this way.
36
37 Louiselle asked if, since this ground is lower,this area would flood periodically, and
39 whether this could affect the life of the boards. Hubmer replied that yes, allowing the
39 boards to get wet would shorten their usefulness.
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1 Morris asked whether a hockey rink would be constructed with metal posts in the ground
2 or with treated wood. Hartman answered that most likely treated wood posts would.be
3 used, and the fixture would be permanent.
4 Hubmer asked if the Commission would like to decide whether the basketball court would
5 be full or half-court in size. Koehntop suggested the court be moved over so as to make it
6 more versatile, and that either a full or half-court would be acceptable.
7
8 Kosciolek suggested the Commission consider how the community might change over the
9 lifetime of the parr and think about what age groups could use either a full or half-court.
10 She added that 25% of households in the area have school-aged kids now and asked if the
11 average.age of resident children could change as new families move in. She stated she
12 would like the Commission to think long-terry, regarding both the lifespan of the park and
13 the future demographics of residents.
14
15 Louiselle suggested the Commission should also think about the.popularity of sports now
16 being played and whether soccer, for example, could be predicted as remaining popular.
17
18 Morris stated that skateboarding or rollerblading could continue to be more popular than
19 organized sports.
20
21 Tindra asked if this area could accommodate rollerblading in the summer and then frozen
22 over for hockey in the winter. She added that it's very difficult to enforce a rule against
23 rollerblading but if there was a designated area for rollerblading, it could be a safer
24 recreation.
25
26 Morris said he suggested a rollerblading area three years ago. He stated he was told there
27 wasn't money for asphalt, or for installing and then removing boards. He added that roller
28 hockey is a fast-growing sport.
29
30 Jindra suggested that sand, rather than-clay, could help with rain runoff.
31
32 Hubmer stated there could be different surface materials installed, and that soils experts
33 are getting some information regarding this. He said this issue was discussed as far as a
34 tiling plan to assist in drying out the area after storms. He said that a sand and organic
35 mixture could also provide good drainage.
36
37 Siggelkow stated that no impervious surfaces can be used in a flood plain.
38 Hubmer said that if the area was paved,it could buckle in a freeze-thaw situation. He
39 added that tiling and drainage could be expensive.
40 .
41 Wolff suggested paving take place at Central Park instead of Silver Point Park, as Central
42 Park is not part of the flood plain.
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1
2 : Morris stated Central Park is near the water tower. He added that hockey rinks need to
3 run north-south, so the sun would not melt the ice.
4
5 Lambreeht asked if the hockey rink would contain extensive tiling. Hubmer stated that
6 since the rink would intentionally be flooded and has a good grade, tiling would not be
7 needed.
8 Lambrecht suggested tiling might make the area more flexible and usable. She stated that
9 if it was done now while the park is under construction, there would be less disruption.
10 She added that tiling might maximize the available space, and could speed up the drying
11 process.
12
13 Jensen stated he took the conceptual drawings to a sports booster meeting. He added that
14 more people preferred the full-sized park version. He said that many people asked for the
15 park to be lit at night, so it could be used day or night, especially in the fall after school.
16
17 Siggelkow asked what the sports boosters liked about the proposal. Jensen stated he was
18 told a full-sized park could accommodate more age groups. The smaller park, 1$0 feet in
19 size, could accommodate only-12-13 year olds. If there were lights in the park,there
20 could be more games played per day.
21
22 Morris stated he believes more residents in this area prefer youth fields rather than adult
23 fields.
24 Jensen suggested a multi-age park, so no age group would be left out.
25
26 Morris suggested that if both the picnic area and basketball court were moved,there could
27 be space for a second field.
28
29 Hubmer said the playground could be moved. He.added that there are several good
30 concepts for playgrounds on slopes, slides on hills, etc. He said he would meet with the
31 planner this week and bring back information to the next Commission meeting. He
32 understands that the Commission would like a multi-age park.
33
34 Morris suggested a half-court be placed near the road,with a playground towards the hill
35 on the west side of the park containing a small scale version of the Bloomington Chutes
36 and Ladders Playground. He then said the youth softball field could be extended to adult
37 games as well. He said this way, the field could accommodate either two youth games, or
39 one adult game at a time.
39
40 Wolff stated this plan would allow space for a soccer field as well.
41
42 Wagner asked for clarifleation as to the dimensions of the park.
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1 Morris asked if the shelter house and picnic area-could be joined. He suggested a modular
2 structure with the walls being removed in the summer.
3
4 Siggelkow stated that demographics are needed before the Commission can decide on a
5 park concept.
6
7 Wagner stated the demographics show middle and high school ages increasing,with
8 elementary ages remaining stable.
9
10 Wolff stated that open enrollment for schools is a demographic factor. She said there
11 would be 30 incoming kindergartners this fall due to open enrollment.
12
13 Hubmer said there has been an increase in youth sports, and this need should be provided
14 for in park accommodations.
15 Jensen added that spring softball programs for girls would be increasing, and five new ball
16 diamonds are needed. He said that park concept#1 would meet these high school and
17 middle school needs.
18 Lambrecht voiced concern about the use of parks in conjunction with community services,
19 sports boosters, and school activities. She added that this is a community of people of
20 various ages with differing needs. She went on to say that there are limited resources for
21 park space and all of the green space in St. Anthony shouldn't be used for organized
22 programs. She suggested addressing multi-generational needs, and looking outside the
23 school-aged bracket. She would like the Commission to represent a broad range of
24 interests in this community, such as seniors,the disabled, a changing community, etc. She
25 feel the Commission may miss a.component of good community interests and involvement
26 if it fails to be inclusive. She said parks should be assets to the community.
27 Morris asked for specific suggestions in this area. Lambrecht stated residents have rated
28 St. Anthony parks as low in the areas of green_space, walking paths, nature space,quiet
29 area, and community musical space.
30 Wolff said the Commission is concerned about family needs.
31 Morris approximated Silver Point Park at 5.5 acres and Emerald Park at 4.3 acres.
32 Jensen stated some houses would be coming down, and this could create more green
33 space.
34 Morris said he was at several State parks recently, and there is much less space available in
35 St. Anthony.
36 Lambrecht reminded the Commission to consider multi-generational parks.
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1 Wolff stated that youth, seniors, and adults are presently accommodated.
2 Morris repeated that there is limited space, and the Commission is trying to rearrange and
3 maximize this space.
4 Lambrecht reiterated her concern for passive interests as well as athletics. Jindra stated
5 these concerns are valid, and the Commission intends to address these and all parks
6 concerns.
7
8 Lambrecht compared St. Anthony to Lauderdale and Lilydale as small communities.
9 Louiselle suggested the Commission think broadly about opportunities for other
10 recreational property such as Silver Lake and the golf course, and how to address broad
11 interests.
12 Morris asked whether the Salvation Army could allow a partnership.
13 Jindra stated she has addressed the Salvation Army regarding this issue. She said the
- 14 opportunity may be open to both St. Anthony and Columbia Heights._ She added that
15 hopefully,there would be more opportunities for parks in.the future, although the
16 Commission must focus on the task now at hand. She said that money is an issue for this
17 small community, and there are many wants and needs.
18 Siggelkow stated good points have been raised. He added that he joined the Commission
19 to see the interests of kids addressed.
20 Morris repeated that there are limited opportunities, but youth needs are critical.
21 Jindra stated the Commission was formed because the City Council was concerned for the
22 youth. She added that young families moving into the area re-energize the community.
23 Hubmer reviewed the overall park plan. He summarized by stating that if a full-sized
24 basketball court was wanted,it would have to be fenced. If a balf--court is acceptable,the
25 area could then accommodate soccer. Paving the hockey rink is an option,but could be
26 expensive. A lighting system for a hockey rink is a must, but residential input is needed to
27 address other park needs. A multi-age field for youth is needed,with a second field just
28 for the youth. The warming house and picnic shelter could have multiple uses as well. He
29 asked for Commission input as far as landscaping, as Silver Point Park's renovations could
30 generate 60,000 yards of dirt. This material might be stockpiled in Central Park to save
31 money. Since there is a depression in Central Park now,this fill could create more green
32 space,better drainage, and raise the park up three to four feet. The north portion of the
33 park could hold this stockpiling in the fall,but the process could put Central Park
34 temporarily out of use. There could also be.problems with recreational Programming-
35 This material would remain until the Harding Street improvements are completed, about
36 one year. Ball diamonds could be constructed next summer or fall.
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1 Morris stated digging up Silver Point Park could unearth a lot of rocks and debris.
2 Hubmer replied that there could be some debris,but most of the fill would be suitable for
3 park usage. He added that suitable dressing could cover the top of the material.
4 Morris asked if this fill could be mixed with some kind of material so as to absorb more
5 water, as this is a problem now. Hubmer answered that this could be done, but would be
6 expensive.
7 Morris stated that drainage is more expensive. He added that in the future,this City might
8 be installing new storm sewers.
9 Hubmer-agreed that the storm sewers would be replaced. He said there is only one sewer
10 pipe in St. Anthony, and that it is under capacity already.
11 Louiselle said that better drainage might not resolve the problem if the City has only one
12 pipe.
13 Morris stated the material could absorb water and slow the release of this.water into the
14 storm sewer,which might ease the situation.
15 Wolff asked whether this material and process could affect the safety of children and other
16 residents. Hubmer replied that the filled area would be twelve feet high in some areas, and
17 six feet high in other areas. There would be a slope,but it would be mild. The dirt would
I8 not be mounded, but leveled off.
19
20 3indra asked whether the rain would run off into the neighbor's yards. Wagner replied
21 that this would not be a problem, as the sloping would create a berm
22 Hubmer agreed, and repeated that this fill would only remain for one year.
23 Wolff requested that this issue be presented to the school board for their input.
24 Hubmer said a preliminary draft plan could be ready for the Commission to review again
25 by August 24, and then presented to Council on September 8. He added that construction
26 could be bid in September, and work begin in October.
27 Jindra stated the Commission would discuss the plans and get back to Hubmer. She asked
28 the Commission if an additional meeting would be needed.
29 Morris asked that the Commission discuss this further at the next meeting on September
30 14. He understood that the time table is tight,but didn't want the Commission to rush
31 into a decision.
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1 Tindra asked if the Commission would like to meet on August 24. Morris stated he would
2 not be able to attend on August 24. Louiselle stated a special session could be held with
3 the Commission members that can attend, as long as a quorum is present.
4 Morris repeated his request for the Commission to slow down and wait. He felt that
5 having two weeks to make decision that would have to last 30 years was unacceptable.
6 Siggelkow asked if the bid would be for landscaping only or for the entire plan. Hubmer
7 replied that the excavation and park restoration work is included in the bid. If needed, a
8 change order could be added to switch locations, for an extra charge.
9 Siggelkow said the excavation work would be done regardless of the rest of the plan. He
10 asked if the bid could be in two parts. Hubmer replied that one bid is more economical,
11 and could wait.
12 Jensen asked whether the bid could be split into two parts, as the elevation is the same in
13 both plans. Hubmer answered that components could be bid on individually, such as the
14 softball field as one component. He added that softball field construction would not take
15 place until May, unless reconfiguring would change the grades.
16 J'indra asked if the Commission waits until September 14 to meet, could the Council then
17 hold a special session.. Hubmer replied that work is scheduled to begin by October or
18 November, so this wouldn't allow enough time.
19 Morris asked whether the project could wait until Spring, since the park would be
20 unusable at that time. Hubmer replied that the 29'Avenue street construction would
21 begin in the Spring. There would have to be space for this area's water to flow, which is
22 planned for Silver Point Park. He said that without this water storage plan in place, the
23 street construction couldn't occur.
24 Lambrecht asked if the Harding community might fight this project. Hubmer.replied that
25 the neighborhood is holding an informational hearing on the matter on Wednesday,
26 August 12. There is no alternate plan, he added.
27 Kosciolek stated it is crucial for the Commission to review the plan before it is presented
28 to the Council. She suggested Commission members meet, if possible, or review the plans
29 by mail or e-mail, and then voice their concerns.
30 Siggelkow reiterated that the Commission first bid on the excavation plan. Next,he
31 suggested the Commission bid on the configuration of the park subject to minor
32 modifications.
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1 Hubmer stated that the excavation is the key issue. Bids may be done together or
. 2 separately on court size,playground equipment,basketball, hockey, playground
3 structures, pathways, etc.,with all subject to change.
4 Wagner suggested there might be a bidder wanting to do only the excavation.
5 Hubmer agreed that this is possible, although he said there usually are very aggressive bids
6 for entire projects. He added that the City might get a good price,with Central Park's
7 projects coming soon as well.
8 Siggelkow stated Council action is needed on the bid, but some could be spent on the
9 configuration. He added that the excavation is imminent due to the storm water plan, and
10 the excavation is not a Parks Commission issue.
11 Kosciolek repeated her request that the Commission stand behind this plan before it is
12 presented to Council.
13
14 Siggelkow suggested the Commission might not be prepared to send the finalized.
15 configuration to the Council.
16 Morris agreed that a work session is needed. He said he would like to see a scale drawing
17 of the concept. Kosciolek replied that the parks task force has already done this.
18 Andra stated only Central Park's plan was fully reviewed, and this process took one year.
19 She agreed that the Commission needs more information, as this new plan would affect the
20 Central Park plan as well. She stated she agrees with Kosciolek that the Commission
21 should agree on the plan before it goes to Council. She said the Commission may need
22 more than one work session, as she would like the meeting to end tonight at 9:00 p.m.
23 She then asked for a motion to decide on the need for a work session.
24 Lambrecht requested the minutes from the parks task force. Jmdra stated the minutes
25 should have been handed out. She said that the force looked only at Central Park so these
26 minutes wouldn't help with Silver Point Park.
27 Siggelkow suggested the Commission vote tonight on two or three options for the
28 configuration. He said that when the scaled drawings are completed, the Commission
29 could make a final decision. Members who cannot attend a special session could cast an
30 absentee vote and send it In to Council. He suggested having the neighborhoods look at
31 the drawings, without taking tool much
sue vui"thethenneighborhoods,� dbu for now.
would '
32 said that lighting would be a big
33 be needed. This shouldn't delay the bid.
34 Morris asked why there is such a tight timetable. He questioned whether 30 days would
35 make a difference in the bidding process. Hubmer replied that the configuration could
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1 . wait, and that he would present it to the Commission on September 14, sending out an
2 addendum if major changes become necessary.
3 Siggelkow repeated that drafts could be presented.
4 Morris stated that on"National Night Out"within his neighborhood,most residents he
5 talked with knew nothing about these projected site developments. He said the City
6 Bulletin has not been coming,to his neighborhood.
7 Tindra stated it is the Commission's responsibility to inform residents. She agreed with
8 Siggelkow, stating more time is needed to decide.
9
10 Motion by Siggelkow; second by Koehntop to decide on two or three options at the
11 September 14 Commission meeting and forward these to Council, proceeding then with
12 bidding out the excavation work. At this time,they ask the Council to look at the scaled
13 drawings alter September 14 in a special session with the Commission. These proposals
14 could then become published in the City Bulletin, requesting neighborhood input. A final
. 15 decision will be made in late October, allowing the Commission to inform the public,
16 receive formal comments, and have a public hearing if necessary.
17 Motion carried unanimously.
18 Morris asked for scaled drawings. Hubmer replied that once these are complete, he would
19 present them to the Commission.
20 Lambrecht asked if these bids would include landscaping. Hubmer replied that
21 landscaping would be included in the bids.
22 Lambrecht stated that in the July 1997 recommendations for landscaping, certain trees are
23 recommended to offer residents screening. She added that grade and soil conditions must
24 be considered.
25
26 VL DISCUSSION OF WATER TOWER PARK AND OVERALL CENTRAL PARK
27 PLAN.
28 dindra asked the Commission if this issue should be tabled for the next meeting, due to
29 lack of time. Koehntop agreed, stating the plan is not due at this time.
30 No motion was made, but the Commission agreed to table the issue until September 14,
31 1998.
32 VII. OTHER HEMMSS.
33 Endra asked how school board meetings are conducted as far as audience participation.
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1 . Wolff explained the procedure for handling audience participation during school board
2 meetings. She said that Robert's Rule of Orders are followed...Anyone wishing to address
3 the school board must notify a school board representative prior to the meeting. There
4 also is a sign-up sheet at each meeting for participants to schedule public speaking during
5 open mike time. Speakers are limited to a combined total of ten minutes per meeting.
6 The school board has the authority to suspend this rule at any time. A second sign-up
7 sheet is used to address specific agenda items for each meeting. public speaking time is
8 also limited in this portion of the meeting. The Commission can then ask questions of the
9 speakers, but do not engage in dialogue with the public.
10 In meetings he attends, Wagner stated participants can be placed on the agenda if they ask
11 ahead of time. He said that people basically sign up ahead of time, and there may or may
12 not be open mike time.He said that people can address the Commission on any item, as
13 long as order is kept. Also, speakers are asked to identify themselves and tell where they
14 live, so this information is on record.
15
16 rindra stated the Commission should decide how best to handle audience participation,
17 using these ideas. She reminded the Commission-that each meeting would be on a time
18 . limit.
19 Wolff stated it is important to post agendas publicly. Louiselle agreed that the agendas
20 should be posted publicly.
21 Siggelkow suggested that public hearings begin after call to order. He added that agenda
22 items should be tabled until that point is reached.
23
24 Morris suggested the Commission take written comments from the public.He added that
25 this notice could be put in the paper to advertise what agenda items are coming up and ask
26 the community at large for their input.
27 Juidra stated that the community is usually very grateful that their input is valued.
28 Lambrecht suggested there be a standing opportunity for residents to send in comments
29 and questions. She suggested these be sent to Jay Hartman, which he could then bring to
30 the next Commission meeting.
31 Wolff stated this procedure could be added to the Commission agenda. Morris noted this
32 process could save time.
33 Kosciolek asked if the City has e-mail. She said that 4 of residents have a-ail, and but
34 this should be promoted. Hartman replied that the City does not have e-mail y ,
35 soon.
36 Lambrecht suggested a timeline for getting items onto the agenda.
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1 Wagner suggested that Carol rindra could bring whatever items she receives to
2.. Commission meetings. -
3 Jiindra stated the Commission needs to be open with the public to create trust, and that
4 accepting their input would help to do this.
5 Lambrecht requested that the Commission meet at the proposal site for the September 14
6 meeting. Koehntop suggested each individual go on their own and report back to the
7 meeting. Louiselle suggested each member visit the site prior to the next meeting.
8 Morris asked about a date for the work session. Louiselle suggested it be held during the
9 September 14 meeting.
10
11 Wolff asked how many versions of the drawings there are. Morris stated there may be
12 minor changes only to the new drawings. He added that the Commission should form a
13 consensus at this meeting.
14 Wolff stated that Todd Hubmer would take care of the drawings and any changes. The
15 Commission's role would be to comment.
16 Siggelkow suggested the final vote wait until October or November, after the public has
17 had a,chance to review the plans.
18 Tindra asked if a work session is still needed. Wolff replied that no work session is needed
19 until after the drawings have been seen.
20 Wolff asked Todd Hubmer for a timeline of when the drawings would be completed.
21 Hubmer stated that the scaled drawings would be completed and presented on September
22 14.
23 Tindra asked if only Silver Point Park would be discussed at the next meeting. She added
24 that she would like to review Central Park with the Commission as well. Koehntop
25 suggested the first hour be focused on Silver Point Park and the second hour be spent
26 discussing the remaining items.
27 VIM NEXT PARK CON3MSION MEETING: MONDAY,SEPTEMBER 14, 1998;
28 AND DISCUSS AGENDA ITEMS FOR THAT MEETING.
29 Ttn&a reviewed that the agenda items for the next meeting would be as follows: choosing
30 two or three proposals for Silver Point Park;handling the large amount of landfill in
31 Central Park; possibly using temporary fields behind Unisys; installing a picnic shelter with
32 modular sides;the first hour to be spent discussing Silver Point Palk,the second hour to
33 be spent discussing Central Park, or whether a special work session may be needed; a
34 formal write-up regarding audience participation and larger scale participation of the entire
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1 community. Jindra'stated she would work with Lambrecht to assemble a formalized
2 audience participation procedure.
3 . IX. ADJOURNN MNT.
4 The meeting was adjourned at 9:11 PM
5 Motion cabled unanimously.
6 Respectfully submitted,
7
8 Laurie Berg
9 PmeSaver Off Site Secretarial, Inc.
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I CITY OF ST. ANTHONY
2 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
3 JULY 14, 1998
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 H. ROLL CALL.
8 Councilmembers Present: Ranallo, Marks, Cavanaugh, and Thuesen.
9 Also Present: City Manager Mike Mornson.
10 Councilmembers Absent: Faust.
11 III. APPROVAL OF JULY 14, 1998 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA.
12 Motion by Marks, second by Thuesen to approve the July 14, 1998 Regular Council Meeting
13 Agenda as presented.
14 Motion carried unanimously.
15 IV. APPROVAL OF JUNE 23, 1998 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES.
16 Motion by Marks, second by Thuesen to approve the June 23, 1998 Regular Council Meeting
17 Minutes with the following change:
18 Page`l0, Line 21: Replace "concern" with "problem".
19 Motion carried unanimously.
20 V. LICENSES/PERMITS/PETITIONS.
21 Motion by Marks, second by Cavanaugh to approve the following licenses:
22 Contractors License:
23 Hollenback&Nelson Inc., Richfield,MN/working at 2704 W. Armour Terrace
24 Heating License: (Renewal)
25 Sedgwick Heating&Air Conditioning,Minneapolis, MN
26 Market Mechanical, Brooklyn Park, MN
27 Home Energy Center,Plymouth,MN
28 St. Marie Sheet Metal Inc., Spring Lake Park, MN
29 P & H Services Co., Inc., Brooklyn Park, MN
30 Ray N. Welter Heating Co.,Minneapolis, MN
31 Royalton Heating,Brooklyn Park, MN
32 Gilbert Mechanical Contractors, Inc., Edina, MN
33 Superior Contractors Inc.,Minneapolis,MN
34 Blaine Heating& Air Conditioning,Anoka, MN
35 Yale Incorporated, Bloomington, MN
36 Sharp Heating &Air Conditioning, Minneapolis,MN
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1 Centraire Heating&Air Conditioning, Eden Prairie, MN
2 Associated Mechanical Contractors, Shakopee, MN
3 Standard Heating & Air Conditioning, Mpls.,MN
4 Minnegasco, Minneapolis, MN
5 Aspen Heating &Air Conditioning, St. Paul, MN
6 Richmond& Sons Electric,Inc., Crystal, MN
7
8 Motion carried unanimously.
9 Motion by Thuesen, second by Cavanaugh to approve the following permit:
10 Temporary 3.2 Beer Park Permit:
11 Family Picnic, Roxanne Stark, Central Park, August 22, 1998
12 Mayor Ranallo stated he would abstain from voting on this permit as the applicant is his
13 daughter.
14 Voting on the motion: Cavanaugh, Thuesen voted aye. Marks voted naye. Ranallo abstained.
15 Motion carried.
16 VI. PRESENTATION OF CLAIMS.
17 Motion by Marks, second by Thuesen to approve the following claims:
18 A. Legal:
19 1. Dorsey & Whitne.
20 a. In the amount of$676.19 for legal services rendered through May 31,
21 1998 for acquisition of flood plain properties.
22 b. In the amount of$1,265.00 for legal services rendered through May 31,
23 1998 for miscellaneous.
24 C. In the amount of$195.00 for legal services rendered through May 31,
25 1998 for Wirth Companies subdivision.
26 B. MIS Consultant:
27 1. NetLink in the amount of$6,600.00 for strategic technology plan.
28 C. Hennepin County Assessing Contract:
29 1. Hennepin County Assessor in the amount of$30,449.25 services rendered by the
30 County Assessor under contract.
31 D. 3 pages of Verified Claims as presented by the Finance Director.
32 Motion carried unanimously.
33
34 VII. REPORTS.
35 A. Councilmembers.
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1 Marks reported that the Sister City Committee is still working to set up the organizational
2 structure which will include two committees and classes of membership. They hope to hold a
3. Kick-off event for the organization in mid October. The highlight will be the first teacher
4 exchange with Salo, Finland.
5 Cavanaugh reported his attendance at a North West Family Services Executive Committee
6 meeting. He is now on the Finance and Personnel Committees of NWFS.
7 Cavanaugh reported that VillageFest preparation is on schedule for August 1, 1998 event and the
8 group is very optimistic. He stated he would like to discuss Council's participation in the parade.
9 Cavanaugh reported his attendance at the monthly Board meeting of ACTION. ACTION is an
10 organization in the Village promoting assets and asset development in youth. They have sent out
11 a survey to all organizations in the City to address how each specifically develops assets in youth
12 and how they can improve in that area.
13 Cavanaugh reported the Subcommittee of the St. Anthony/New Brighton Alcohol and Drug
14 Prevention Task Force is working to develop a process for conducting focus groups. They have
15 asked a facilitator to make a proposal and will be seeking funding. The focus groups will be for
16 adults and children. He invited the community to become involved in this group.
17 Thuesen reported he is beginning to investigate the programs that are in place and what can be
18 done to improve upon those programs, to welcome new residents to the City of St. Anthony. He
19 welcomed any feedback or suggestions from the community.
20 B. Mayor.
21 1. Proclamation Declaring National Night Out.
22 Motion by Marks, second by Cavanaugh to proclaim Tuesday, August 4, 1998 as "NATIONAL
23 NIGHT OUT" in the City of St. Anthony.
24 Motion carried unanimously.
25 Mayor Ranallo asked any residents who are.having a block party to inform him or the Police
26 Chief. They both will try to visit all the parties and explain crime prevention, etc.
27 Mayor Ranallo reported his attendance at the recent VillageFest meeting. The meeting went well
28 and there was discussion of Council participation in the parade. Ranallo stated he has signed up
29 to be in the parade and he has also asked Marks. Last year all Councilmembers participated and
30 threw out 200 caps. Ranallo encouraged all Councilmembers to participate.
31 C. City Manager.
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1 Mornson reported that tomorrow he and the Public Works Director will meet with the Ramsey
2 County Engineering Department to obtain an update on the Silver Lake Bridge Project and other
3 county projects within Ramsey County and the City limits.
4 Mornson reported Staff will be meeting with the Silver Lake Homeowners Association to discuss
5 the Comprehensive Water Plan which was tabled at the last Council meeting. He hopes that the
6 issues will be resolved and will report back to Council after the meeting.
7 Mornson reported that the Public Works Superintendent will retire effective Friday, July 17.
8 Staff is in the process of hiring a replacement. Staff was considering reorganization of the
9 department but has determined that there is a need for management in that department.
10 Mornson reported he was notified yesterday by the Police Chief that Police Captain Thoemke
11 will retire effective July 31, 1998. He has been with the City since 1977.
12 Mornson reported that the Council and School.Board had authorized the firm of Decision
13 Resources to perform a survey of the needs and issues of the community. The firm was in the
14 field in June and July. Field work is complete and they are now compiling the data. Mornson
15 expects to have a report next week. He is attempting to coordinate a one hour joint meeting of
16 the Council and School Board to receive the results. He suggested this meeting be held on July
17 28 at 6:00 p.m.
18 Cavanaugh stated that the joint meeting should be broadcast on cable. The results should be as
19 widely disseminated as possible.
20 Mayor Ranallo noted the difficulties of organizing the logistics of the broadcast because of
21 having the School Board and City Council together. He suggested that a comprehensive report
22 could be given at the Council meeting following the joint meeting.
23 Mornson reported that under MPCA Rules,the City was required to apply for the Superfund in
24 regard to the claim for the contamination of the old Community Center building. This claim_has
25 been denied. The League of Minnesota Cities has agreed to pay the claim but has suggested that
26 the City appeal the denial as there is a good case. Staff will appeal the denial and report back to
27 Council.
28 Mornson reported that tomorrow,July 15, is the deadline for RFPs for the planning consultant
29 for the southern area of the City. All of the firms which were sent the recent RFP have declined
30 primarily on the basis of being too busy. The City still has the RFPs of the two firms who
31 responded to the first request and the Planning Commission will be discussing those bids at their
32 next meeting.
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1 Cavanaugh stated he would be interested in seeing the Economic Analysis which was performed
2 in regard to that area in the 1980s. It apparently would have some relevance as the demographics
3 have not changed:
4 Thuesen stated he would also be interested in seeing that report.
5 Mornson reported that Metropolitan Council approval of the Comprehensive Plan is being
6 delayed until the City Council approves a resolution adopting a Surface Water Management
7 Ordinance. Staff has met with the Metropolitan Council representative and received a_letter
8 explaining that the adoption of this Ordinance is required. The resolution will be on the July 28
9 Council agenda for adoption. Staff will also discuss this Ordinance with the Silver Lake
10 Homeowners Association.
11 Marks asked if this Ordinance would include not mowing the grass near the lakeshore.
12 Mornson stated that is a suggested item of the Ordinance but is not required to be included. He
13 stated other Cities have not included that requirement as it is difficult to enforce and often pits
14 neighbors against one another.
15 Mayor Ranallo announced that the first Parks Commission meeting will be held on July 21 at
16 8:00 p.m. He also announced that the August Council Work Session will be held on August 5 at
17 6:00 p.m. and the Council will begin to work on the 1999 budget.
18 VIII. PUBLIC HEARINGS.
19 Tom Wratkowski, 2716 Murray Avenue NE, stated he has been a resident of the City of St.
20 Anthony for eleven years and was a member of the Storm Water Management Task Force. He
21 was glad to have been a part of the process and to know more about the problems that the City
22 has had for a long time.
23 Mr. Wratkowski expressed support for the Council and the work they have done so far. He noted
24 the questions which have been posed to WSB in regard to the proposed plan. He suggested that
25 the questions have to be considered but that it,is very.late.in the process for these questions. He.
26 asked that the Council, while considering the questions,not do anything to slow the
27 improvement process or remove essential elements of the proposed plan.
28 Mr. Wratkowski noted that some of the same recommendations for improvement were included
29 in the proposal by Barr Engineering in the 1980s. This provides a verification that the City is
30 headed in the right direction with the improvements. He did not want the City to keep second
31 guessing their direction. He suggested that the City set up a timetable and stick to it. He
32 suggested that some of the timetables have already been missed such as the home buyouts and
33 the FEMA funds. As long as this situation exists,there will continue to be people at risk.
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1 Mayor Ranallo stated that the City has not yet received FEMA funds. He and the City Manager
2 will be sending a letter to U. S. Senator Rod Grams to determine the situation with these funds.
3 Ranallo stated there has been a public hearing in regard to both parks.and-the Harding Street
4 proposal. The City has asked the engineers to again look at the Harding Street and Silver Point
5 Park proposal and take into account the issues that were raised at the public hearing. A
6 neighborhood meeting will be held on August 12. The Storm Water Task Force will be
7 reconvened to attend that meeting and discuss the issues with the homeowners and engineers.
8 Mike Jacobs, 2914-29th Avenue NE, stated there has been a lot of scuttlebutt in the Village and
9 he would like to nix some of the rumors. He has been a resident of St. Anthony for 40 years and
10 a taxpayer for the last 16. He stated that the City did not pay for the waterproofing of his
11 basement.
12 Mr. Jacobs stated it is really scarey that more issues are coming up now. He acknowledged that
13 the residents on Harding have valid questions. What bothers him is that the City has worked
14 hard on funding for these programs to eliminate the water problem which has existed for the last
15 50 years. He did not want the City to lose these funds. Up to the last year the City has done
16 nothing and it would be a shame to come as far as the City has and lose the funding of which
17 there may never be a chance to obtain again.
18 Mr. Jacobs noted that he and Mr. Wratkowski had been talking and he then suggested that the
19 City consider being more generous with the home buyout program. He noted that the cost of the
20 condemnation process would be much higher. He also suggested that residents check their
21 insurance policy to determine their actual coverage.
22 Mr. Jacobs noted there has been so much progress made in the last year and it has not been easy.
23 He suggested the City and residents have to work together so as not to lose the funding. The
24 funds can not be left to slip away and it then be documented that the City did nothing to solve the
25 water problem.
26 XI. NEW BUSINESS.
27 A. .Award Bid for Computer Upgrades.
28 Morrison reported this issue has been ongoing for more than,a year. Quite a bit of progress has
29 been made with the help of NetLink. He noted the two low bids received for the computer
30 hardware and software are under budget.
31 Art Carruth,NetLink, stated he has worked closely with the Finance Director to develop a solid
32 bid for hardware and software equipment. Three bids have been received. Mr. Carruth
33 recommended that the City accept the bid from MicroAge in the amount of$27,071.24. He
34 noted this is the lowest bid received and that these bids are commodity bids, all based on the
35 same products.
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1 Mr. Carruth reported a recent meeting with Expertise Software attended by himself, City
2 Manager, and Finance Director. Expertise Software will be providing the end user training for
3 the City..It was determined that Staffhas different levels of expertise with regard to software
4 and hardware. Training will be structured to address that. A survey will be given to Staff to
5 determine their skills and needs. This survey is currently being refined to ensure that it will
6 obtain the desired results.
7 Cavanaugh questioned the type of training that will be provided. He asked if it would educate
8 Staff to work with all the software available.
9 Mr. Carruth stated he was not certain of the answer to this question. He would first have to look
10 at the feedback by individuals and by department to determine their specific needs. There may
11 be beginning, intermediate and advanced classes so as not to be redundant.
12 Marks stated he would expect to see a database program in constant use at City Hall. This would
13 be very useful for various departments.
14 Thuesen noted that the three bids are for the same products. He then asked Mr. Carruth if there
15 was a difference in the three companies in regard to service, etc.
16 Mr. Carruth stated that based on his past experience and their business reputation, MicroAge and
17 GE Capital will replace defective items and provide the hardware and software based on
18 availability, in a timely manner. Once the equipment is received, his company NetLink will
19 provide the support.
20 Motion by Marks, second by Thuesen to award the purchase of computer hardware, software and
21 network products to MicroAge at a cost of$27,071.24.
22 Motion carried unanimously
23 X. UNFINISHED BUSINESS.
24 Cavanaugh stated he would like to-appear before the Parks Commission at their July 21 meeting.
25 He stated he had a few thoughts which he would like to share with them.
26 Mayor Ranallo noted that he will be present at that meeting to welcome the group.
27 Marks stated he may also attend that meeting.
28 XI. ADJOURNMENT.
29 : Motion by Marks, second by Thuesen to adjourn the meeting at 7:43 P.M.
30 Motion carried unanimously. --
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2 Respectfully submitted,
3 Lorri Kopischke
4 Timesaver Off Site Secretarial
5
6 Mayor
7 ATTEST:
8 City Clerk
I CITY OF ST. ANTHONY
2 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
3 JULY 28, 1998
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, Faust, Cavanaugh, and Thuesen.
9 Also Present: City Manager Mike Mornson and City Attorney William Soth.
10 III. APPROVAL OF JULY 28, 1998 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA.
11 Motion by Marks, second by Thuesen to approve the July 28, 1998 Regular Council Meeting
12 Agenda as presented.
13 Motion carried unanimously.
14 IV. APPROVAL OF JULY 6, 1998 SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES.
15 APPROVAL OF JULY 14, 1998 REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES.
16 Motion by Marks, second by Faust to approve the July 6, 1998 Special Council Meeting Minutes
17 as presented.
18 Motion carried unanimously.
19 Motion by Marks, second by Thuesen to approve the July 14, 1998 Regular Council Meeting
20 Minutes as presented.
21 Voting on the motion:, Ranallo, Marks, Cavanaugh, and Thuesen voted aye. Faust abstained.
22 Motion carried.
23 V. LICENSES/PERMITS/PETITIONS.
24 Motion by Marks, second by Faust to approve the following licenses:
25 Heating License: (Renewal)
26 Care Air Conditioning&Heating Inc.,New Brighton, MN
27 Automatic Garage Door&Fireplaces, Fridley,MN
28 Action Heating&Air Conditioning, Inc., Spring Lake Park, MN
29 Egan Mechanical Contractors, Inc., Minneapolis, MN
30 Maple Grove Heating&Air Conditioning,Maple Grove, MN
31 DelMar Furnace Exchange,Brooklyn Park, MN
32 Multiple Dwelling License: (Renewal)
33 Chandler Place, 3701 Chandler Drive - 119 Units
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1 General Contractors License:
2 Southside Concrete Construction, Inc., Buffalo,MN (no permit pulled).
3
4 Motion carried unanimously.
5 VI. PRESENTATION OF CLAIMS.
6 Motion by Marks, second by Faust to approve the following claims:
7 A. Road Improvement Projects:
8 1. Northdale Construction in the amount of$36,019.39 for Application for Payment
9 No. 4, 1997 Watermain, Street and Storm Sewer Improvements.
10 2. Forest Lake Contracting Inc. in the amount of$247,325.02 for Application for
11 Payment No. 2, 1998 Watermain, Street and Storm Sewer Improvements.
12 3. Braun Intertech in the amount of$1,268.50 for professional services rendered
13 from April 18, 1998 through June 12, 1998.
14 4. Rieke Carroll Muller Associates
15 a. In the amount of$208.89 for professional services rendered from May 31,
16 1998 through June 27, 1998 for 1997 Street/Watermain Improvements
17 Construction.
18 b. In the amount of$15,238.96 for professional services rendered from May
19 31, 1998 to June 27, 1998 for 1998 Street Improvements Construction.
20 C. In the amount of$4,719.16 for professional services rendered from May
21 31, 1998 through June 27, 1998 for 33rd Avenue Construction.
22 d. In the amount of$5,077.88 for professional services rendered from May
23 31, 1998 through June 27, 1998 for St, Anthony Boulevard Sidewalk
24 Reconstruction- Design.
25 5. WSB &Associates,Inc. in the amount of$335.00 for professional services
26 rendered from June 1, 1998 through June 30, 1998 for 1999 Street Reconstruction
27 recommendations.
28 B. Road Improvement Bonds:
29 1. Firstar
30 a. Iri the amount of$8,861.25 for 1993A General Obligation Bond dated
31 August 1, 1993 (1993 Road Project).
32 b. In the amount of$12,667.50 for 1994B General Obligation Improvement
33 Bonds dated June 1, 1994 (1994 Road Project).
34 C. In the amount of$21,657.50 for General Obligation Improvement Bond
35 dated March 1, 1995 (1995 Road Project).
36 d. In the amount of$16,699.38 for General Obligation Improvement Bonds,
37 Series 1997A(1997 Road Project).
38 C. WEB Site Assessment:
39 1. NetLink in the amount of$500.00 for web site preliminary assessment.
40 D. Underground Storage Tanks:
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1 1. Nova Environmental Services in the amount of$2,640.00 for UST and AST
2 installation, St. Anthony Village Maintenance Building, Tasks I,II and III.
3 E. 'Legal/Prosecutions:
4 1. Foster, Wentzell, Hedback&Brever in the amount of$3,000.00 for legal services
5 rendered through June, 1998.
6 F. Water Tower Rehabilitation:
7 1. Rieke Carroll Muller Associates
8 a. In the amount of$1,728.10 for professional services rendered from May
9 31, 1998 through June 27, 1998 for rehab and recoat of elevated water
10 tower design and bid.
11 b. In the amount of$649.78 for professional services rendered from May 31,
12 1998 through June 27, 1998 for rehab and-recoat of elevated water tower
13 construction, administration and inspection.
14 G. Sump Pump/Flood Grant:
15 1. WSB & Associates, Inc.
16 a. In the amount of$1,252.50 for professional services rendered June 1, 1998
17 through June 30, 1998 for Sump Pump Inspection Program.
18 b. In the amount of$2,613.00 for professional services rendered June 1, 1998
19 through June 30, 1998 for 1998 Flood Proofing Grant Program
20 Administration.
21 H. SilverPoint/Central Parks Design:
22 1. WSB & Associates, Inc. in the amount of$4,371.48 for professional services
23 rendered June 1, 1998 through June 30, 1998 for Silver Pointe/Central Park Final
24 Design.
25 I. SAV2 Liquor Store (final payment, less a pending change order):
26 1. Lund Martin Construction in the amount of$97,855.00 for Application for
27 Payment for SAV Liquor.
28 J. 6 pages of Verified Claims as presented by the Finance Director.
29 Motion carried unanimously.
30
31 VII. REPORTS.
32 A. Planning Commission.
33 Mayor Ranallo advised that a quorum was not present at the July 21, 1998 Planning Commission
34 meeting so the garage setback permit for Robert V. Jensen was postponed to the August meeting.
35 B. Councilmembers.
36 Faust reported his attendance at the July 15, 1998 League of Minnesota Cities Fiscal
37 Responsibilities meeting which was held at the Capital to address issues that affect the City
38 financially. He explained it is their intention to put together a package by Thanksgiving which
39 can be presented to the Legislature when they reconvene in January. Faust stated that he will
40 present reports to the Council as issues are raised.
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1 Thuesen reported his attendance at the recent Friends of the Library meeting and explained this
2 organization raises money to help strengthen the library and improves upon the number of books,
: 3 subscriptions for magazines,etc. He commented on the limited funding-available to the library
4 and encouraged interested residents to check it out and get involved.
5 Cavanaugh reported that he attended the first meeting of the Park Commission and thinks it is a
6 strong motivated board of residents who will provide leadership to the parks. He also reported
7 that the last VillageFest meeting was held and that'VillageFest events will start with a concert on
8 Friday at the Stone House.
9 Mayor Ranallo asked which Councilmembers will be present to participate in the parade. 'Marks
10 indicated he will be out of town but Cavanaugh, Faust, and Thuesen are available.
11 Marks stated he also attended the Park Commission meeting, an auspicious occasion after the
12 Task Force recommendation and the move to implement new programs for the parks. He
13 commented that this is a great step forward and congratulated all who volunteered for the Parks
14 'Task Force and the Park Commission which will provide a great program for the City.
15 C. Mayor.
16 Mayor Ranallo stated he attended the Park Commission to thank those who are serving.
17 Mayor Ranallo'advised that a joint meeting with the School Board of ISD #282 was held prior to
18 the Council meeting to discuss the Decision Resources' survey of Village residents regarding
19 what is going on in the City, what they liked, and did not like. He noted the Council received an
20 Executive Summary which is mostly positive but presents some issues that need to be addressed.
21 Mayor Ranallo recommend this Executive Summary appear in the City's newsletter in full and
22 that copies also be made available'to the public at the library and City Hall. The Council
23 concurred with this suggestion and so directed.
24 D. City Manager.
25 Mr. Mornson reported that WSB will attend the August 11, 1998 meeting to give their
26 recommendation regarding the Comprehensive Water Plan. He also reported the City has been
27 verbally notified by its Congressman and both State Senators that the City received the FEMA
28 award for the home buyout program. It is expected the City will receive the grant paperwork
29 sometime this fall.
30 Mr. Mornson reported staff is finalizing the 1999 Budget and will present it at the Wednesday,
31 August 5, 1998 work session. Mayor Ranallo reviewed the budget hearing process and
32 . encouraged input.
33 VIII. PUBLIC BEARINGS. -None.
34 XI. NEW BUSINESS.
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1 A. Resolution 98-059, re: Award Bid for Sidewalk Reconstruction'.
2 Eugene Anderson, RCM, advised that a total of six bids were received for the St. Anthony
3 Boulevard Sidewalk Reconstruction Project as well as the replacement of the existing bituminous
4 walk along the westerly side of Kenzie Terrace southerly to the existing concrete walk. It was
5 noted that the lowest responsible bidder is Standard Sidewalk, Inc., for a total bid amount of
6 $147,088.75. He added that they have contacted NSP about the utility poles on the west side of
7 Kenzie Terrace and asked them to research the feasibility of moving five poles back so they are
8 less obtrusive. It was noted that NSP is quite far behind in their work schedule due to the storm
9 activity but will be checking this option. Mr. Anderson recommended the contract be awarded
10 to Standard Sidewalk.
11 Mayor Ranallo noted that RCM sent a letter to residents on St. Anthony Boulevard but only three
12 attended the neighborhood meeting. He recommended that another letter be sent out on St.
13 Anthony letterhead under the City Manager's signature to provide residents with details
14 regarding the project, scheduling,work to be done, etc. Mr. Anderson stated they will schedule
15 this meeting.
16 Cavanaugh noted the spread between the high and low bid and asked if there is a difference
17 between the two sidewalks that would be constructed. Mr. Anderson stated there would be no
18 difference since all bid on the same'specifications and set of plans.
19 Cavanaugh asked about funding from MSA for street lighting. Mr. Anderson advised there is
20 funding available for street lighting but it may not be for 100% of the costs: He stated he is also
21 not certain if it would cover the cost for ornamental-type lighting but it may include the wiring
22 and basics. Cavanaugh asked Mr. Anderson to research this option and provide information
23 since there is some interest from residents for street lighting.
24
25 Motion by Marks, second by Thuesen to approve Resolution 98-059, re: Awarding bid for
26 sidewalk reconstruction to Standard Sidewalk,Inc. for$147,088.75.
27 Motion carried unanimously
28 B. Resolution 98-060,re: Flood Relief Grant Pro ram.
29 Todd Hubmer, WSB, explained that the City received a total of 33 applications to participate in
30 the 1998 Flood Relief Grant Program. Attempts were made to contact each of the applicants
31 either by telephone or in person to discuss the water problems they have experienced and to
32 determine their eligibility for participation in this program. Based on the applications,
33 discussions, and meetings,the following addresses meet the requirements for participation in the
34 1998 Flood Relief Grant Program:
35 1. 2801 37th Avenue NE 5: 26013 5th Avenue NE
36 2. 4029 Shamrock Drive 6. 2700 30th Avenue NE
37 3. 4042 Fordham Drive 7. 3301 Edward Street NE
38 4. 3900 Fordham Drive 8. 3640 Penrod Lane
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1 Mr. Hubmer explained the cost to implement the Flood Relief Grant Program for these eight
2 properties totals $52,700 which does not include the costs to administer the program which,to
3 date, is approximately $3,400.
4
5 Mr. Hubmer advised that applications were also received from other residents but did not qualify
6 for this program since they were not eligible for participation, were in areas where the City is
7 currently considering the construction of public improvements to provide 100-year flood
8 protection, involved sanitary sewer backup which is beyond the scope of the Flood Relief Grant
9 Program, or were ineligible since they addressed backyard drainage problems.
10 Motion by Faust, second by Marks to approve Resolution 98-060,re: Approving applicants for
11 participation in and the 1998 budget for the 1998 Flood Relief Grant Program as indicated above.
12 Motion carried unanimously
13 C. Resolution 98-061, re: Order Report for 1999 Street Improvement Project.
14 Mr. Hubmer reviewed the preliminary recommendation for streets to include in the 1999 Street
15 and Watermain Improvement Project. The focus will be to look at improving streets for flood
16 mitigation measures to handle improvements being implemented. The following streets and
17 alleys are considered key components to the implementation of the City's flood mitigation
18 improvements and are recommended for reconstruction in 1999: 29th Avenue- Wilson Street to
19 Crestview Drive (MSA); Wilson Street- St. Anthony Boulevard to 27th Avenue; Pahl Avenue-
20 Wilson'Street to Coolidge Street; Alley - Wilson Street to Coolidge Street(south of Murray
21 Avenue); Alley - Wilson Street to Coolidge Street(south of Pahl Avenue); Alley - Wilson Street
22 to Coolidge Street(south of St. Anthony Boulevard); and Silver Lake Road- 30th Avenue to
23 29th Avenue (Hennepin County State Aid Highway 136). The estimated cost for these
24 improvements is $1.3 million which is higher than previous street reconstruction years but
25 includes increased costs for flood mitigation work which qualifies for FEMA Fund and MSA
26 Fund reimbursement. Mr. Hubmer reviewed the anticipated project schedule.
27 Mayor Ranallo noted that some of the $1.3 million cost will be funded through the DNR grant.
28 Mr. Hubmer stated this is correct. Mr. Mornson added that two MSA roads will be worked on so
29- that funding is also available. Mr. Morrison stated that it is the goal to end up with a$700,000
30 assessment bond(similar to previous years).
31 Mayor Ranallo noted the project site has been relocated. Mr. Morrison explained the goal was to
32 go up to 33rd Avenue and then start at the southern area of the City but the flood mitigation
33 funding has a time schedule for use so that work is being addressed a year early.
34 Thuesen inquired about the nature of alleys and if water should be pooling in the alley.• Mr.
35 Hubmer explained that the three alleys are adjacent to homes proposed to be bought out. In July,
36 homes on Murray Avenue received damage from the flooding of the alley and this improvement
37 will address that concern. The alley between Pahl Avenue and St. Anthony Boulevard will be
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1 homes on Murray Avenue received damage from the flooding of the alley and this improvement
2 will address that concern. The alley between Pahl Avenue and St. Anthony Boulevard will be
3 reconfigured to direct.drainage toward the holding area and prevent.water migration to the
4 properties as it does now.
5 Thuesen noted a short section of Pahl Avenue is being done rather than the entire length and
6 asked if the street level will be lowered. Mr. Hubmer stated the intersection will need to be
7 reconstructed and the road will be lowered a little. More work is not being proposed due to the
8 cost.
9 .Motion by Faust, second by Thuesen to approve Resolution 98-061, re: Ordering preparation of
10 report on improvement.
11 Cavanaugh asked if residents will be informed about these improvement projects. Mr. Hubmer
12 stated that due to the short time frame between now and when the bids will be received, they
13 would like to do the feasibility study and then hold neighborhood meetings after the feasibility
14 study is accepted.
15 Motion carried unanimously
16 D. Discussion of Revisions to the Sump Pump Inspection Prop-ram.
17 Chuck Janski, WSB, explained the two primary objectives of the'Sump Pump Inspection
18 Program are to reduce the flow rate into the sanitary sewer system and to reduce the number of
19 basement backups. Mr. Janski commented on research conducted to review building
20 construction records and their finding that the majority of homes in St. Anthony (over 84%)were
21 constructed prior to 1970. At that time, sump pumps were not uncommon in construction but
22 some homes have a passive system with drain tile going directly into the sanitary sewer. He
23 explained the corrective action that would be required and commented that it is costly($1,200 to
24 $2,000 per house) and highly invasive which may result in a lot of objection from residents.
25 Mr. Janski explained that the Sewer Inspection Program has been used by many communities
26 successfully but in those cities the homes were newer.. In St. Anthony,the anticipated costs to do
27 door-to-door inspection didn't seem practical to find 100 sump pumps which may not even
28 impact the flow system. He explained that they recommend an alternate approach to address the
29 problem by shifting the focus from sump pump reduction alone,to a combination of infiltration
30 reduction and system improvements. They recommend a study be conducted to determine the
31 feasibility and cost effectiveness of constructing physical improvements to the sanitary sewer
32 system. This feasibility study would include a system analysis to consider pipe or routing
33 improvements to reduce basement backups and a revised infiltration reduction program directed
34 at reductions in passive connections as well as sump pumps. With the upcoming street
35' reconstruction opportunity, it is possible to make sanitary sewer corrections at a lower cost so
36 this is an appropriate time to look at that option. They also recommend continuing with planned
37 sump pump inspection to inspect as requested or when property changes hands.
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1 Mr. Janski stated they researched other options for I/I reduction with the intent to get more "bank
2 for the buck" being spent on the project. He noted the option to allocate remaining funds to an
3 incentive program, possibly providing $200 to $400 per house to switch over which would
4 encourage homeowners to take advantage of making changes. It may also be possible to
5 negotiate a bulk construction contract with a plumber to bid a package of homes at once. Mr.
6 Janski advised that even with an aggressive Sump Pump Inspection Program some backups may
7 still occur so the City may need to increase the sanitary sewer lines.
8 Mayor Ranallo asked if the City should do a feasibility study and then hold a work session with
9 all engineers to determine the best alternative. Mr. Janski stated the first step is to look at the
10 system and determine where the problems are. Mayor Ranallo stated he anticipated this would
11 be an issue. Mr. Janski stated the flow rates indicate most homes have some type of passive or
12 active inflow system.
13 Mr. Hubmer stated they would like to start the feasibility study now since they are also doing the
14 feasibility report on the street reconstruction program and one of the areas preliminarily targeted
15 with sanitary sewer problems is 29th Avenue. This needs to be looked at during the feasibility
16 study.
17 Thuesen asked.if other communities have programs similar to this. Mr. Janski stated the City of
18 Glencoe had a program to install sump pumps. In Glencoe; all connections were made the same
19 way but outside the homes via a manhole. They obtained a joint contract for 10 to 15 corrections
20 per year with the City paying the cost.
21 Cavanaugh asked if drain tiles were "standard operating procedure" when these homes were
22 constructed. Mr. Janski stated he thinks they were. Cavanaugh stated he has-drain tiles in his
23 home but has not seen anything in it except for leaks by the downspout. He asked if there is a
24 way to determine which houses have a legitimate need for the drain tiles. Mr. Janski stated that it,
25 is difficult to determine if the tiles cannot be observed.
26 Cavanaugh asked if the numbers are high outside of the flood issue. Mr. Janski stated that they
27 are high and explained that it can be confusing to residents since there are two sewer systems
28 involved, a storm sewer system and a sanitary-sewer system.
29 Motion by Cavanaugh, second by Thuesen to order the feasibility study to determine the
30 feasibility and cost effectiveness of constructing physical improvements to the sanitary sewer
31 system and approve revisions to the Sump Pump Inspection Program as modified to include a -
32 long-term program of reducing I/I directed at reductions in passive connections and sump pumps
33 and a short-term program of increasing sanitary sewer conveyance capacity to reduce basement
34 backups.
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1 Faust asked if the Sump Pump Inspection Program will be suspended. Mr. Mornson stated the
2 ordinance may need-to be amended to reflect changes from the feasibility report. Also, meetings
3. with the Metropolitan.Council staff may be needed to address use of grant funds.
4 Sandy Maxwell, 3504 Skycroft, asked how much the feasibility study will cost and how long it
5 will take: Mr. Janski stated it will take several months to do the feasibility report so it will be
6 ready before plans and specifications are put together. The cost of the original inspection project
7 was estimated at-$85,000. The feasibility report is estimated at about$25,000 and the modified
8 UI program at about$20,000,or one-half the original allocation for.the Sump Pump Inspection
9 Program. The Sump Pump Inspection Program also included a$40,000 grant from the
10 Metropolitan Council so the City will need to talk with them to see if it is still available if the
11 focus is changed.
12 Ms. Maxwell expressed concern that the City may spend$25,000 for the feasibility report and
13 then find they have to do a Sump Pump Inspection Program anyway.
14 Cavanaugh explained that the sump pump reductions alone would not produce the needed results
15 so the drain tiles also need to be addressed. The City is trying to combine both and do it
16 concurrently. Mr. Janski stated the change in focus and allocating the funds.towards the actual
17 construction work is also a better use of resources.
18 Faust suggested the ordinance be addressed to see if it needs to be revised to reflect this change
19 in focus. Mr. Mornson concurred.
20 Motion carried unanimously
21
22 E. Resolution 98-062,re: Demolition of 2716 St. Anthony Boulevard.
23 It was noted that two proposals have been received for the complete demolition and removal of
24 the house at 2716 St. Anthony Boulevard as follows: DKH Excavating in the amount of$10,971
25 and Belair Excavating in the amount of$13,847.00 It was noted that Keys Well Drilling will.
26 perform the well abandonment with both bids and the bids include the water and sewer service
27 disconnection.
28 Motion by Marks, second by Thuesen to award the demolition and removal.bid for the house at
29 2716 St. Anthony Boulevard to DKH Excavating in the amount of$10,971.00.
30 Cavanaugh asked if no one wanted to move the house. Mr. Morrison explained that moving the
31 house would cost more and this is the most effective option.
32 Motion carried unanimously
33 F. Resolution 98-063, re: Purchase of 2713 St. Anthony Boulevard.
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1 Morrison explained that a meeting was held on Wednesday, July 22, 1998 with the McConnell-
2 Powe's to discuss the City's purchase of their property at 2713 St. Anthony Boulevard. They
.3. agreed to accept the purchase price of$155,000 which was the,highest appraised value for their
4 property and submitted by BCL Appraisals and requested a 90-day period for closing.
5 Motion by Faust, second by Marks to approve Resolution 98-063,re: Approving the purchase of
6 property known as 2713 St. Anthony Boulevard in the amount of$155,000,with a 90-day period
7 for closing.
8 Motion carried unanimously
9 G. Resolution 98-064,re: City's Intent to Adopt Storm Water Maintenance Ordinance.
10 Morrison explained this resolution is the last step the Metropolitan Council requests for their
11 adoption o the City's Comprehensive Plan. It indicates the City has an intent to adopt a Storm
12 Water Maintenance Ordinance. Once submitted,the Metropolitan Council indicated they will
13 schedule the Comprehensive Plan for adoption in September.
14 Motion by Marks, second by Thuesen to approve Resolution 98-064,re: Proposed schedule for
15 preparing and adopting amendments to the Local Storm Water Plan and Land Use Controls.
16 Cavanaugh asked why'a resolution of intent is needed. Mr. Morrison explained the Metropolitan
17 Council will not approve the City's Comprehensive Plan without it and it also provides the City
18 with time to draft the ordinance.
19 Faust noted it involves a dual-track process in having the Metropolitan Council act on the City's
20 Comprehensive Plan and the City drafting the ordnance.
21 Peter Willenbring, WSB, Inc., explained that the Metropolitan Council, in their review
22 comments, originally asked the City to adopt the ordinance before they would give their
23 "blessing." Based on further discussions,they agreed with the need to adopt the Comprehensive
24 Plan prior to creating ordinances. However,they want some action to indicate when the City will
25 do the ordinance work. He stated that while he does not agree with that system,he would
26 recommend the Council approve it since there is no "downside."
27 Cavanaugh stated he does not support this type of action by the Metropolitan Council.
28 Faust stated the City still has the option on what is adopted with the ordinances.
29 Cavanaugh stated he does not want to constrain or obligate the City in any way. Mr. Willenbring
30 noted that this action would obligate the City to adopt an ordinance.
31 Motion carried unanimously
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1 X. UNFINISHED BUSINESS. -None.
2 XI. ADJOURNMENT.
3 Motion by Marks, second by'Faust to adjourn the meeting at 7:55 P.M.
4 Motion carried unanimously.
5
6 Respectfully submitted,
7 Carla Wirth
8 Timesaver Off Site Secretarial, Inc.
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10 Mayor
11 ATTEST:
12 City Clerk