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1 CITY OF ST. ANTHONY
*2 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
3 FEBRUARY 14, 1995
4 I. CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL.
5 The meeting was called to order at 7:00 P.M. followed by the Pledge of Allegiance led by Mayor
6 Ranallo.
7 II. ROLL CALL.
8 Councilmembers Present: Ranallo, Marks, Enrooth, Wagner, and Fleming.
9 Also Present: Michael Morrison, City Manager.
10 III. APPROVAL OF FEBRUARY 14, 1995 COUNCIL AGENDA.
11 Motion by Enrooth, second by Marks to approve the February 14, 1995 Council Agenda as
12 presented.
13 Motion carried unanimously.
14 IV. APPROVAL OF JANUARY 24, 1994 COUNCIL MINUTES.
15 Motion by Marks, second by Wagner to approve the January 24, 1994 Council minutes with the
16 following changes:
17 Page 1, Line 22: Remove "Motion carried unanimously."
18 Page 2, Line 25: Replace "February 4th" with "February 7th".
19 Motion carried unanimously.
20 V. LICENSES/PERMITS/PETITIONS.
21 Motion by Marks, second by Enrooth to approve the following licenses:
22 Contractors License
23 TEK Services, Minneapolis, MN
24 Asphalt Driveway Company, St. Paul, MN
25 Reliable Tree Service Inc., Fridley, MN
26 Motion carried unanimously.
27 VI. PRESENTATION OF CLAIMS.
28 Motion by Marks, second by Enrooth to approve the following claims:
29 A. Dorsey& Whitney in the amount of$1,972.90 for legal services rendered through
30 December 31, 1994.
B. Rieke Carroll Muller in the amount of$543.50 for professional services rendered from
January 1, 1995 to January 28, 1995 for 1995 street reconstruction- design.
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1 C. 4 pages of Verified Claims as presented by the Finance Director.
2 Motion carried unanimously.
3 VII. REPORTS.
4 A. Planning Commission-January 23, 1995.
5 1. Advanced Design, Inc.. 3125 Croft Drive - Lot Split Request
6 Commissioner Thompson was present representing the Planning Commission.
7 Thompson provided a detailed report of discussion by the Planning Commission
8 regarding this request. Thompson reported that the Planning Commission had
9 unanimously recommended the City Council grant a lot split for the property at 3125
10 Croft Drive into two (2)parcels, Lot A and Lot B with ten conditions.
11 Marks confirmed that the lot split does not cause the front footage on Parcel B to have a
12 nonconforming use, but that this was a pre-existing condition. He also questioned if there
13 was any geographical conditions that would be,causing the water problems on this lot.
*4 Thompson stated that he was not aware of any such conditions. He reported that the
15 proposed building will not change the drainage as the water will be going to Old
16 Highway 8. He also stated that Mr. Roy Schmidt, 3256 Old Highway 8, who had initially
17 questioned the drainage,was satisfied after viewing the proposed drainage flow pattern
18 for the lot.
19 Motion by Marks, second by Wagner to approve the lot split for the property at 3125
20 Croft Drive into two (2)parcels, Lot A and Lot B with the following conditions:
21 1. The proposed lots meet lot size requirements under city code.
22 2. The existing building on Parcel B is closer than 30 feet to the front lot line, but
23 this is permitted as an existing nonconforming use.
24 3. Sewer connections be separate for Parcel A and Parcel B.
25 4. All easements be in accordance with city code.
26 5. Before plat is made, evidence of title to the property must be submitted to the city.
6. All fees, including the City's engineering fees and legal fees, must be paid before
6 the final resolution approving the division will be signed.
29 7. The existing structure must be decorated to match the new structures.
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1 8. The driveway must be in accordance with city code in regard to paving.
2 9. Drainage will be as shown on the plat map.
3 10. Access to the proposed Lot A will be from Old Highway 8.
4 Motion carried unanimously.
5 Thompson reported that the Planning Commission had received an update from the City
6 Manager in regard to the Schroeder lot coverage request(3929 Fordham Drive), the
7 proposed City Hall/Community Center, and the Apache Plaza Redevelopment. He also
8 reported Commissioner Douglas Bergstrom had been appointed as Chair and
9 Commissioner George Thompson had been appointed as Vice Chair of the 1995 Planning
10 Commission.
11 B. Mayor.
12 1. Appoint Council Committee for City Manager's Performance Review.
Motion by Marks, second by Wagner to appoint Mayor Ranallo and Councilmember
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4 Enrooth as council committee for City Manager's performance review.
15 Motion carried unanimously.
16 2. Banner for City's 50th Anniversar,
17 Ranallo reported that the advertising currently being done for the City's 50th Anniversary
18 Celebration included tags which are being placed on all letterheads and a large sign, made
19 by Larry Hamer, which was being placed in different areas throughout the city.
20 City Manager Mornson reported that the total cost of a new banner would be $2065.00.
21 He stated the city had not received a bid on recycling an old banner.
22 City Council consensus was reached to postpone the obtainment of a new banner.
23 Councilmember Enrooth indicated that he will consult with Signs by Northland as to the
24 possibility and cost of obtaining a used banner.
25 Ranallo reported.the annual appreciation dinner for the volunteers of St. Anthony has
26 been scheduled for April 20, 1995. He had investigated the possibility of holding the
27 event in the cafeteria but it appears to be more economical to have the event at a local
28 restaurant. He stated that prices of various restaurants were being evaluated at this time
9 and he would update the council further when a restaurant had been chosen.
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30 Ranallo reported his attendance at a meeting held today with Chief Engstrom, City
31 Manager Mornson,the Mayors of Falcon Heights and Lauderdale, and their City
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1 Managers to discuss the police activity since January. He reported that both cities are
2 pleased with the results thus far. He stated that Chief Engstrom would be meeting with
3 the three City Managers over the coming months. He reported that Chief Engstrom will
4 be organizing an Open House in the respective City Halls for citizens of Falcon Heights
5 and Lauderdale to meet the Police Officers of St. Anthony. In response to Marks,
6 Ranallo reported that the Mayor of Lauderdale has been riding along in the squad cars
7 quite often and the Mayor of Falcon Heights is planning to ride along also.
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9 C. Council.
10 Wagner stated that he felt the dance at Apache Plaza on February 11, 1995 had been a
11 success.
12 Ranallo indicated there were 265 people in attendance at the dance, including the
13 orchestra. He reported there were many more tickets sold than people in attendance. He
14 stated that with the tickets sold and the donations received from First Star Bank and First
15 Banks, the event was a success.
�6 Fleming congratulated Mr. Robert Foster on his job of emceeing the dance at Apache and
�j stated it was nice to see so:many people having-dinner at Apache Wells.
18 Fleming reported the renewal for the lease of the Library had been signed. She stated that
19 circulation has increased by 11.2%. She reported the issue plaguing the Library now is
20 space. She indicated there is room for the books but no room for the patrons.
21 Fleming reported her attendance at a Family Gathering Event held last Sunday at Nativity
22 Church. Dr. Hardel of Augsburg College gave the sermon regarding honoring children
23 and taking note of the young people around you. She felt it was an important event that
24 fit in with what is trying to be accomplished with the Health Community/Healthy
25 Family Committee.
26 Enrooth congratulated Don Perry and Kelli Friese on their efforts at making the dance at
27 Apache a success. He reported the plans for Village Fest are proceeding and Co-
28 Chairpersons have been appointed.
29 Marks commented on the memorandum received by Council from the Rice Creek
30 Watershed District. He indicated that he felt there should be a dash between "dump and
31 drain" on the signs put on the catch basins. He also commented on the idea of leaving a
32 ten to twenty foot unmowed buffer around the shoreline of the lake. He stated there is an
3 ordinance to this effect in Plymouth. He felt it would be good to encourage this in St.
Anthony as the strip would provide a natural filtration system and would be a low cost
35 way to significantly improve the quality of the lake.
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1 D. City Manager.
2 City Manager Mornson reported a survey had been conducted of New Brighton and
3 Minneapolis in regards to building, heating, and plumbing permit fees. He reported that
4 the St. Anthony fee schedule had not been updated for quite some time. He
5 recommended an ordinance be proposed to adopt the fee schedule of New Brighton for
6 plumbing and heating permits.
7 Mornson reported that direction had been given to the architect to put the plans for the
8 proposed Community Center/City Hall into booklet form for City Hall and the School
9 District. The plans will outline the existing.structure in comparison to the proposed
10 structure.
11 Mornson reported it may not be necessary to hold a work session on March 7, 1995. He
12 also stated that the March 28, 1995 City Council Meeting would have to be rescheduled
13 to begin at 8:01 P.M., due to the referendum election.
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15 E. Recognition of Contributors/Supporters of the Drug Abuse Resistance Education
16 (D.A.R.E.) Program.
$7 Chief Engstrom and Mayor Ranallo presented Firstar Bank of Minnesota with a plaque of
8 recognition for their five years of contributionsAo the D.A.R.E. Program. Mike Dill was
19 present to represent Firstar Bank. He stated the bank and himself personally believe in
20 the D.A.R.E. Program. Chief Engstrom thanked Mr. Dill for the many things the bank
21 and the staff do to support the Police Department and the whole community.
22 Chief Engstrom and Mayor Ranallo presented Mr. Ted Holsten, St. Anthony Kiwanis,
23 with a plaque of recognition for their five years of contributions to the D.A.R.E. Program.
24 Mr. Holsten accepted the plaque on behalf of the Kiwanis. Chief Engstrom stated he is
25 proud to be a member of their organization and that without their help it would not be
26 possible for the D.A.R.E. Program to be a success.
27 Chief Engstrom and Mayor Ranallo presented Mr. Joe Sroga, Sroga Automotive, with a
28 plaque of recognition for his five years of contributions to the D.A.R.E. Program. Mr.
29 Sroga's son, Jason, accepted the plaque on behalf of Sroga Automotive. Chief Engstrom
30 stated the Sroga family has been involved in the community as long as he has known
31 them and thanked Jason for the support given to the D.A.R.E. Program.
32 Chief Engstrom and Mayor Ranallo presented Mr. Tim Mezzenga, Tracy Printing, with a
33 plaque of recognition for his five years of contributions to the D.A.R.E. Program. Mr.
34 Mezzenga indicated the Police Department had done a great job with the D.A.R.E.
Program and he was proud to help. Chief Engstrom stated that Mr. Mezzenga was a vital
component in the D.A.R.E. Program and has helped make the Program a success by
37 doing all the printing at no charge.
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1 VIII. PUBLIC HEARING -None.
2 IX. NEW BUSINESS
3 A. Resolution 95-021. re: Appoint City Prosecuting Attorneyfor 1. 1995 to March 31.
4 1996.
5 Motion by Wagner, second by Fleming to approve Resolution 95-021, appointing the law firm of
6 Foster, Ojile, Wentzell & Brever to perform prosecuting services for the City commencing April
7 1, 1995 and terminating March 31, 1996.
8 Motion carried unanimously.
9 B. Resolution 95-023. re: Sale of$825.000.00 Street Improvement Bonds.
10 Mr. Robert Thistle, Springsted Company,reported that four bids had been received on the bonds
11 with the lowest bid from First Bank Systems of 5.703%. In response to Ranallo, Mr. Thistle
12 informed that any residents who are interested in purchasing these bonds should contact their
13 broker or the bank on the day of sale to see if any bonds are available.
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15 Motion by Wagner, second by Marks to approve Resolution 95-023, relating to $825,000.00
General Obligation Improvement Bonds, Series 1995A;awarding the sale to First Bank Systems,
fixing the form and details and providing for the execution and delivery thereof and security
18 therefor and levying ad valorem taxes for the payment thereof.
19 Motion carried unanimously.
20 C. Resolution 95-020. re: Public School Inspection Agreement.
21 Motion by Marks, second by Enrooth to approve Resolution 95-020, authorizing the Mayor and
22 City Manager to execute the Public School inspection agreement.
23 Motion carried unanimously.
24 X. UNFINISHED BUSINESS -None.
25 XI. ADJOURNMENT.
26 Motion by Marks, second by Enrooth to adjourn the meeting at 8:00 P.M.
27 Motion carried unanimously.
28 Respectfully submitted,
29 Lorri Kopischke
30 TimeSaver Off Site Secretarial
31
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33 ATTEST: a
34 City Clerk