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I CITY OF ST. ANTHONY
*2 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
3 AUGUST 22, 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(arrived at 7:08 p.m.), Wagner, and Fleming.
9 Also Present: Michael Mornson, City Manager.
10 III. APPROVAL OF AUGUST 22, 1995 COUNCIL AGENDA.
11 Motion by Marks, second by Wagner to approve the August 22, 1995 Council Agenda as
12 presented.
13 Motion carried unanimously.
14 IV. APPROVAL OF AUGUST 8, 1995 COUNCIL MINUTES.
15 Motion by Fleming, second by Wagner to approve the August 8, 1995 Council minutes as
�6 presented.
17 Motion carried unanimously.
18 V. LICENSES/PERMITS/PETITIONS.
19 Motion by Marks, second by Fleming to approve the following licenses:
20 Contractors
21 Dalbec Roofing, Inc. 548 Willow Drive, Long Lake, Mn(re-roof at Wilshire Park
22 School)
23 Quality Asphalt, Inc., Little Canada, MN (replace driveway at 3205 Edgemere Avenue)
24 Heating Contractor
25 Royalton Heating& Air Conditioning (Renewal)
26 Motion carried unanimously.
27 Motion by Wagner, second by Fleming to approve the following licenses:
28 Temporary 3.2 Beer Permit
29 August 29, 1995 Nationwide Paper Picnic, Central Park
30 September 10, 1995, Village Originals Picnic, Central Park
�1 Voting on the motion:
City Council Regular Meeting Minutes
August 22, 1995
Page 2
1 Aye: Ranallo, Enrooth, Fleming, Wagner
2 Nay: Marks
3 Motion carried.
4 VI. PRESENTATION OF CLAIMS.
5 Motion by Marks, second by Wagner to approve the following claims:
6 A. School District#282 in the amount of$6,000.00 for CDBG Senior Center Operations.
7 B. 5 pages of Verified Claims as presented by the Finance Director.
8 Motion carried unanimously.
9 VII. REPORTS.
10 A. Planning Commission-August 15, 1995.
11 1. Leslie Formell. for Salvation Army Silver Lake Camp. 2990 West County Road
12 E., Lakeshore Setback Variance Request.
Commissioner Gondorchin reported the Salvation Army is proposing construction of a
3 a
picnic shelter in the middle of an island. They are requesting a variance of 125 feet from
15 the southeast corner of the structure to the shoreline and a 100 foot variance from the
16 northeast and northwest corner of the structure to the shoreline. He indicated the Planning
17 Commission had approved the variance on a split vote of 5-2. Those in favor had
18 determined the configuration of the land caused the condition,the ordinance was arbitrary
19 and the structure will not be used to provide revenue. In addition, they felt the structure
20 would not cause an alteration of character to the area and there was no objection from
21 neighbors. There was also screening provided by the trees in the area. The Planning
22 Commission had approved the variance subject to any regulations set forth by the Rice
23 Creek Watershed District. Commissioner Gondorchin reported Mr. Bill Carr had been
24 present at the Planning Commission meeting and had indicated the shelter was being
25 erected to be used only in inclement weather.
26 Councilmember Enrooth arrived at 7:08 p.m.
27 Commissioner Gondorchin reported those opposed to the variance were concerned with
28 security of the area, that it could possibly become a center of after hour activity,that this
29 would set a precedent for further development of the area, and that it was a mere
30 inconvenience to the landowner as the shelter could be located elsewhere.
31 Councilmember Marks stated he did believe there was a reason for the 200 foot setback
requirement.
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August 22, 1995
Page 3
1 Commissioner Gondorchin indicated this was a subject for debate amongst the
2 Commissioners. He indicated the DNR only required a 75 foot setback from the lake. He
3 stated he had personally voted in favor of the variance as there would be no utilities
4 provided to the site.
5 Councilmember Marks noted it was generally a good idea to not have any structures
6 erected near the lakes. He stated any human activity could have adverse effects to the
7 lake. He questioned if this might alter the character of the existing land.
8 Commissioner Gondorchin indicated he did not feel this project would have any affect on
9 the area.
10 Leslie Formell, for the Salvation Army,presented a drawing of the island and location of
11 the proposed structure. He stated it was a small structure which would be located in the
12 middle of the island. He noted-the island was a difficult shape and would make it
13. difficult to retain the 200 foot setback. He indicated the structure would be within the 75
14 foot setback as required by the DNR and would be built of four pylons with a roof above.
15 It would have a sand base and could utilize picnic tables or chairs. The structure would
have wood siding with a pyramidal roof. He stated there would be no utilities and he felt
the structure would blend in well with the island and the rest of the buildings on the site.
18 Councilmember Marks asked the distance across the island at the center point.
19 Mr. Formell stated he thought the island was approximately 200 feet across at its widest
20 point.
21 Mayor Ranallo indicated the last time the Salvation Army had asked the City Council for.
22 a variance,they had indicated they would never be before the Council for another
23 variance. He questioned the fact that there was now another structure being built in the
24 area.
25 Mr. Formell stated the Salvation Army was in the process of remodeling and making
26 additions to the camp and was striving to maintain consistency with the woodsy and
27 residential appearance of the camp.
28 Mr. Fred Dresser, stated he was a member of the Downtown Kiwanis. He noted the
29 Kiwanis Island used to have cabins and a dining hall which were destroyed due to age.
30 He indicated the Downtown Kiwanis want to buildd-a shelter on this location for the
31 Salvation Army Camp.
Councilmember Wagner indicated he felt it was a good idea since it would not hurt the
3 island and would provide a place for children to go to if it were raining, etc.
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• August 22, 1995
Page 4
1 Councilmember Marks questioned if any structure truly belonged on the site as the island
2 was only 200 feet across. He indicated if the shelter fit in with the view of the lake,the
3 variance probably should be granted. He stated there was a hardship based on the
4 topography of the island.
5 Councilmember Enrooth questioned if the island would be repopulated as before if this
6 variance were granted. He indicated he would rather see the island;left natural as it is
7 now, rather than repopulated at it was before.
8 Mayor Ranallo indicated this was a difficult decision, as he would like to see the comfort
9 of a shelter for the children but had been told previously that the Salvation Army would
10 not be coming forward with any future variance requests.
11 Councilmember Wagner reminded there were no utilities involved in the project.
12 Councilmember Marks agreed with Councilmember Enrooth indicating if this variance
13 were granted, there would be no reason for the petitioner not to request another variance.
Councilmember Enrooth noted the petitioner could later install a lavatory and then
possibly a changing room, etc.
16 Motion by Fleming, seconded by Wagner to approve the lakeshore variance request for
17 Salvation Army Camp, 2990 West County Road E.
18 Voting on Motion:
19 Aye: Ranallo, Fleming, Marks, Wagner
20 Nay: Enrooth
21 The motion carried.
22 B. Mayor.
23 Mayor Ranallo reported he and City Manager Mornson had met with Arnie Gregory in
24 regards to his development. All necessary documents had been signed and all easement
25 issues had been resolved. The closing is set for next week.
26 Fleming asked if the Brauns have indicated they were satisfied with the easement
27 arrangements.
Ranallo reported they had reached an agreement with Mr. Gregory. He indicated Mr.
9 Gregory had received a large number of telephone calls in regards to the 18 units which
30 are available in the development.
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August 22, 1995
Page 5
1
2 C. Councilmembers.
3 Wagner presented the City Council with a video tape of Village Fest produced by Cable
4 Television. He indicated he had asked for a copy to send to Salo Finland. He stated it
5 needed to be edited and the standards changed to PAL before it could be forwarded.
6 Marks indicated he would obtain an estimate as to the cost of having a copy made with
7 the PAL standards.
8 Marks reported the visit from the Lindqvists of Salo Finland went very well. He thanked
9 the City Council and the City for all their participation. He indicated the next goal was to
10 have a teacher from St. Anthony go to Salo, Finland in the spring. Then, next fall, a
11 teacher from Salo, Finland come to St. Anthony. Once the teachers were familiar with
12 the teaching practices, the Sister City Committee would like to begin a student exchange
13 program.
14 Enrooth reported Village Fest 1995 was coming to a conclusion tonight with its final
�5 meeting at 8:00 p.m.
16 D. City Manager
17 1. Falcon Heights/St. Anthony Police Department Open House.
18 City Manager Mornson reported Falcon Heights was holding an open house on
19 September 12, 1995 from 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. and would like all
20 Councilmembers to be in attendance.
21 Morrison reported the next work session is scheduled for September 5, 1995.
22 Mornson reported a development agreement had been signed for the Gregory
23 Development,the Nedegaard Development and the American Monarch project.
24 He reported Nedegaard Construction closed yesterday without the Schroeder
25 property and the project will start next week. He indicated American Monarch
26 plans to close on September 15, 1995,with the new company tentatively moving
27 in October 1, 1995.
28 Mornson commended the Bulletin for their recent article regarding the current
29 developments which included a comparison of the old tax and the new resulting
30 tax.
•1 Mornson reported staff is meeting with the architect daily in regards to the new
32 community center. He indicated the final bids for the plans and specifications
33 should be received by the end of October.
City Council Regular Meeting Minutes
August 22, 1995
Page 6
1 There was Council consensus to discuss the design of the new Council table at the
2 upcoming work session.
3 There was Council consensus to hold the first truth and taxation meeting on
4 December 6, 1995 and the second hearing on December 20, 1995 and also to hold
5 their regularly scheduled meetings for these two dates.
6 VIII. PUBLIC HEARING -None.
7 IX. NEW BUSINESS
8 A. Memorandum of Understanding for Conduct of Local Elections.
9 Motion by Marks, second by Enrooth to approve the memorandum of understanding
10 between the City of St. Anthony and St. Anthony/New Brighton School District No. 282
11 for conduct of local elections.
12 Motion carried unanimously.
13 B. Parking Request by the School District.
Morrison explained the ordinance states parking requirements in the R/O District will be
set by the City.Council according to the expected demand for a particular facility. Since
16 Wilshire School is expanding, it is anticipated more parking spaces will be required.
17 Mr. Zack Johnson, Architect for the School District, reported the.only proposed
18 expansion to the Middle/High School will be to the library. Therefore no additional
19 parking is expected to be required at this site. He reported Wilshire School proposed
20 expansion will include an expansion of classrooms, library and multi-purpose room. He
21 indicated based on the parking formula used by numerous other cities and the opinion of
22 the school administration, this site will require approximately 90 parking spaces. He
23 reported the site currently has 77 parking spaces. He demonstrated the proposed location
24 of the parking spaces on the site.
25 Commissioner Gondorchin expressed concern as to the location of the parking spaces, as
26 they were right in the line of traffic.
27 Mr. Johnson indicated the School District would be more than happy to post these spaces
28 as "employee only" spaces so there would not be,vehicles pulling in and out of traffic.
29 Ranallo indicated he felt the residents living near the parking lot should have some input
30 as to the location of the parking spaces.
01 Mr. Johnson reported the School District has not invited the public to view the location of
32 the parking spaces but did have the plan available at the summer picnic and received no
33 complaints from residents attending.
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August 22, 1995
Page 7
1 Commissioner Gondorchin stated he felt the location of the parking spaces would have a
2 low impact to residents.
3 Mr. Johnson indicated the site provided a limited opportunity for expansion of the
4 parking spaces while maintaining safety.
5 Enrooth noted the City had no requirements for the amount of parking spaces, therefore
6 no public hearing was required. He suggested the school notify the residents in the area.
7 Ranallo noted anytime anything was done to change the aesthetics of the City, the public
8 was notified. He felt something should be done to notify the residents of this change.
9 Marks noted this was a modest alteration of the property that did not change the use of
10 the land.
11 Mr. Johnson stated the City Council was not required to approve the site plan, he was
12 only asking them to approve 13 additional parking spaces at Wilshire School and no
13 additional parking spaces at the Middle/High School.
0 Ranallo indicated he had no problem approving 13 more parking spaces but felt someone
15 should show the proposed layout to the residents.
16 Enrooth stated the school should at least send a letter to the residents regarding the visual
17 impact and traffic. He noted having the plans at the summer picnic was good but it did
18 not bring the issue to the attention of the residents who did not have children currently
19 attending the school.
20 Motion by Marks, second by Wagner to approve an additional 13 parking spaces at
21 Wilshire Elementary School.
22 Mr. Johnson asked the Council to approve a minimum of 13 parking spaces with the
23 possibility of up to 20 spaces.
24 Motion by Marks, second by Wagner to amend the motion to approve an additional 13 to
25 15 parking spaces at Wilshire Elementary School and recommend the school consider
26 contacting the residents in the area regarding the change.
27 Motion carried unanimously.
28 X. UNFINISHED BUSINESS -None.
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August 22, 1995
Page 8
1 XI. ADJOURNMENT.
2 Motion by Marks, second by Enrooth to adjourn the meeting at 8:00 P.M.
3 Motion carried unanimously.
4 Respectfully submitted,
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