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1 CITY OF ST. ANTHONY
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
3 OCTOBER 26, 1999
4 I. CALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE.
5 The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. followed by the Pledge of Allegiance led by the
6 Builders Club in attendance.
7 II. ROLL CALL.
8 Councilmembers present: Mayor Ranallo, Cavanaugh,Marks, Faust and Thuesen.
9 Councilmembers absent_: None.
10 Also present: Michael Morrison, City Manager
11 III. APPROVAL OF OCTOBER 26, 1999 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA.
12 Motion by Marks, second by Thuesen, to approve the October 26, 1999 Regular City Council
13 Meeting Agenda as presented.
14 Motion carried unanimously.
15 IV. APPROVAL OF OCTOBER 12, 1999 REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
MINUTES.
Motion by Marks, second by Faust, to approve the October 12, 1999 Regular City Council Meet-
18 ing Minutes as presented.
19 Motion carried unanimously.
20 V. LICENSES/PERMITS/PETITIONS.
21 Motion by Marks, second by Faust, to approve the following Heating License Renewal, Con-
22 tractors License, and Motor Vehicle Starting License:
23 Heating License (Renewal):
24 Modern Heating & Air Conditioning, Minneapolis, Minnesota
25
26 Contractors License:
27 Jensen Brothers Roofing, St. Anthony, Minnesota, working at 2505 W. Armour Terrace
28 Motor Vehicle Starting License:
29 Murphy's Service Center, 3501 - 29`'Avenue
30 Motion carried unanimously.
4 VI. PRESENTATION OF CLAIMS.
Motion by Marks, second by Thuesen, to approve the following claims A-D:
33 A. Prosecution/Legal Services:
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1 1. Foster, Wentzell, Hedback& Brever for professional legal services rendered
2 pursuant to invoice dated October 11, 1999.
3 B. GAC Water Filtration Repairs:
4 1. SEH/RCM in the amount of$620.98 for professional services rendered from
5 August 1, 1999 through August 31, 1999 regarding Water Treatment Plant Repair, GAC
6 Filter Construction Administration, Bidding and Inspection.
7 2. Jay Bros., Inc. in the amount of$1,039.30 for work accomplished through Sep-
8 tember 15, 1999 regarding Maintenance Work at the GAC Water Filtration Plant.
9 C. Engineering Services:
10 1. WSB & Associates, Inc.:
11 a. $517.50 for professional services rendered from September 1, 1999
12 through September 30, 1999 regarding General Services.
13 b. $138.00 for professional services rendered from September 1, 1999
14 through September 30, 1999 regarding Capital Improvement Plan.
15 C. $1,006.50 for professional services rendered from September 1, 1999
16 through September 30, 1999 regarding I/I Study.
17 d. $2,311.00 for professional services rendered from September 1, 1999
18 through September 30, 1999 regarding 1999 Street, Utility, and Stormwater Im-
provement Construction Services.
C. $464.50 for professional services rendered from September 1, 1999
21 through September 30, 1999 regarding 2000 Street Reconstruction Feasibility
22 Study.
23 f. $1,477.00 for professional services rendered from September 1, 1999
24 through September 30, 1999 regarding Silver Point Park and Central Park Storm
25 Water Improvements Construction.
26 g. $586.50 for professional services rendered.from September 1, 1999
27 through September 30, 1999 regarding 1999 Flood Proofing Grant Program.
28 D. 2 pages of Verified Claims as presented by the Finance Director.
29 VII. REPORTS.
30 A. Proclamation Declaring Builders Club Week.
31 Mayor Ranallo introduced Mr. Dale Gunderson and invited him to address the Council. Mr.
32 Gunderson began by thanking the City Council for inviting members of the Builders Club to the
33 meeting, and for consideration of the proposed Proclamation.
34 Mr. Gunderson stated that he is a member of the Kiwanis organization and Chairman of the
35 Youth Committee. The Kiwanis is implementing focus on youth by sponsoring service clubs
36 within various parts of the schools, including elementary schools, middle schools,high schools,
37 and college. The Builders Club is designated for the middle school and the Kiwanis
�8 organization, in sponsoring the Club, assists in identifying service projects and in managing the
1j Club. Mr. Gunderson continued by stating that there are approximately 50 members and the
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1 Club has been active for almost two years. The Kiwanis organization believed participation at
2 the middle-school level was an optimal time to involve youth in service-oriented activities.
3 Mr. Gunderson introduced Ms. Sue Holton, whom he stated is the facility advisor and also the
4 person behind the success of the program. Ms. Holton stated that the Club began with approxi-
5 mately 14 members at the first meeting close to two years ago, and currently there are over 50
6 members in 7'and 8`' grade, and soon the membership will be open to new 6t'graders as well.
7 Ms. Holton reviewed for the Council various projects in which the Club is involved. For
8 example, certain members visit the health care center once a week, and there is a group that
9 volunteer at community services. In particular, volunteer work is provided for the food shelf,
10 Children's Home Society, and in the past,has been provided for the Iodine Deficiency Disorder
11 program.
12 Ranallo offered that the Council could suggest a project for the Club. He explained by stating
13 that, for quite some time, he had encouraged students from the high school or middle school to
14 volunteer as a "page" for the City Council meetings. This position would entail welcoming
15 residents to the Council meetings, and assisting residents with sign-up sheets and pointing out
16 the agenda table. Ranallo clarified that there are two Council meetings per month, and the
experience gained in participating as a page would be beneficial for the student, and would
41 provide valuable assistance for the City Council at meetings.
19 Mr. Gunderson and Ms. Holton both stated their belief that many students would be interested in
20 volunteering as a page for the City Council meetings. Mr. Gunderson agreed to,coordinate the
21 project with City Manager Michael Morrison.
22 Motion by Marks, second by Faust, to adopt the Proclamation stating that the City of St.
23 Anthony hereby proclaims the week of November 1 through.November 7, 1999 as Builders Club
24 Week.
25 Motion carried unanimously.
26 Mr. Gunderson invited Mayor Ranallo to attend the next Builders Club meeting on November 3,
27 1999 to read the Proclamation to the members. Mayor Ranallo thanked Mr. Gunderson for the
28 invitation and stated that he would be honored to attend the meeting.
29 Ranallo thanked Mr. Gunderson, Ms. Holton, and the members of the Builders Club in
30 attendance for joining the City Council meeting.
31 B. Planning Commission
Ranallo welcomed Dick Horst of the Planning Commission and invited him to address the
it Council. Mr. Horst reported that, at the October 19, 1999 Planning Commission meeting, a con-
34 cept review for 3549 Stinson Boulevard was discussed. In short,the residents at that address had
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1 submitted an application for a lot coverage variance as well as a garage setback permit in order to
2 build a two-car garage on the site of the existing single-car garage. The discussion was signifi-
3 cant, Mr. Horst stated, because it was the second instance in a month's time that both a lot cover-
4 age issue and impervious surface issue were brought to the Commission's attention.
5 Mr. Horst stated that the proposed site plan for the property at 3549 would be reviewed at the
6 Planning Commission's meeting on November 16, 1999. It would appear, however, in this
7 instance that it is possible for the resident to obtain close to the current lot coverage percentage
8 after the construction of a two-car garage. Mr. Horst concluded that the Planning Commission's
9 decision on the proposed site plan would be presented to the Council.
10 Mr. Horst mentioned that it is becoming evident that more lot coverage issues could arise as
11 homeowners pursue options to improve their property. Accordingly, Mr. Horst relayed that the
12 Planning Commission requested the City Council to review the current regulations regarding lot
13 coverage and impervious surfaces.
14 Cavanaugh remarked that the Planning Commission meeting minutes from the October 19, 1999
15 meeting indicated that setback restrictions are more widely utilized in some cities. Mr. Horst
clarified that Management Assistant Kim Moore-Sykes had mentioned in the October 19, 1999
Planning Commission meeting that she had previously researched other cities' procedures
18 regarding lot coverage, and found that most used setback restrictions as opposed to lot coverage
19 restrictions.
20 Ranallo remembered that when the lot coverage restriction was previously modified, the Council
21 had been concerned about the water runoff and the City's flood protection. Accordingly, as the
22 City's flooding problems are alleviated, Ranallo would foresee the possibility of some relaxation
23 of the lot coverage restrictions to accommodate certain situations.
24 Faust recalled the time when he was a member of the Planning Commission and the lot coverage
25 issue was reviewed. He believed that the surrounding communities had been polled at that time
26 and it was found that St. Anthony's policies coincided similarly with other cities' policies. On
27 the other hand, Faust stated that there are a number of exceptionally small lots in St. Anthony,
28 and it would be advantageous for the City to obtain an expert opinion on the ramifications of
29 modifying the current lot coverage restrictions.
30 Mr. Horst as well recalled the previous Planning Commission's discussion regarding lot
31 coverage restrictions, and reminded the Council of the circumstances surrounding that
32 discussion. He explained that a property owner had approached the Planning Commission with a
33 plan to expand the home in the form of additional decking and ramps to accommodate a
handicapped person. Mr. Horst affirmed that was the project that began ideas about modifying
10 the lot coverage restrictions. As an aside, Mr. Horst stated that the Planning Commission is
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1 requesting clarification regarding specific restrictions on impervious surfaces. For example, Mr.
2 Horst questioned whether decking would be considered an impervious surface.
3 Faust responded that impervious surface issues become significant because plastic covering is
4 sometimes layed underneath rocks or decking, causing potential runoff problems. Faust believed
5 that the Council should request the City Manager to obtain technical expertise in relation to this
6 matter.
7 Thuesen specified that there are various issues to review and consider. In regard to the concept
8 review, Thuesen believed it would be difficult to upgrade from a single-car garage to a double-
9 car garage without imposing on current restrictions. Nonetheless, homeowners will potentially
10 desire to upgrade their property, and these issues will need to be considered. In addition,
11 Thuesen believed that both the Planning Commission and the City Council should review the
12 issue of impervious versus pervious surfaces. Thuesen cautioned, however,that lot coverage
13 issues needed to be carefully considered because the City has strived to create adequate flood
14 control.
15 Cavanaugh suggested that City Staff track the issues at hand and any authorizations provided.
Ranallo requested Mornson(1)to explore obtaining professional advice regarding lot coverage
and impervious surface restrictions; (2)to make a list of the permits that have been authorized;
18 and (3) report back to the Council with the results.
19 Horst reiterated that the application for a variance and setback regarding 3549 Stinson Boulevard
20 would be discussed at the next Planning Commission meeting during a public hearing, and a re-
21 port would be presented to the Council.
22 On another issue, Mr. Horst stated that the Planning Commission was requested to discuss op-
23 tions regarding the moratorium on the Salvation Army property. Mr. Horst stated it would ap-
24 pear that the property has been sold to the Heart of the Earth School. The Planning Commission
25 had discussed options and concluded that if the property had indeed been sold, that the
26 moratorium should be lifted.
27 Ranallo directed the City Manager to coordinate efforts with City Attorney Bill Soth in connec-
28 tion with the moratorium on the Salvation Army property.
29 1. Richard Krier- Follow-up Report on the St. Anthony ShoppingC_enter.
30 Ranallo welcomed Mr. Richard Krier, RLK-Kuusisto, and invited him to address the
31 Council. Mr. Krier reported that the plans for the redevelopment of the St. Anthony
32 Shopping Center were progressing as anticipated. Mr. Krier drew the Council's attention
to an illustrative development plan included with the agenda package. He pointed out
46 that the village green area is larger and contained water,trees, and a place to hear bands
35 and view shows. There is also a connector to Kenzie Terrace, Mr. Krier stated, as well as
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1 a connector to County Road 88. He further stated that the public has responded favorably
2 to the project. Mr. Krier announced that the revitalized St. Anthony Shopping Center
3 could be considered the heart of St. Anthony.
4 Ranallo inquired about the next step for the Center. Mr. Krier stated that a Letter of
5 Understanding would be forthcoming, and that he and City Attorney Bill Soth were in the
6 process of drafting a Developers Agreement. A draft of the Agreement is scheduled to be
7 presented in November, with a final Agreement anticipated for December.
8 Momson offered that he had ordered a survey of the green space for the Shopping Center.
9 This survey should be accomplished within a week and he will be meeting with the
10 Shopping Center owners and the owners of The Hitching Post.
11 Cavanaugh stated that he noticed in the Planning Commission meeting minutes that Mr.
12 Krier had mentioned an indoor community space. Mr. Krier clarified that he had been
13 working with the developers about obtaining an indoor community space, but had not re-
14 ceived a commitment as of this time.
Furthermore, Cavanaugh inquired about the proposed office space mentioned in the Plan-
ning Commission meeting minutes. Mr. Krier stated that office space could be an
17 excellent project for next year, but would encourage concentration on the village green
18 space at this time.
19 Ranallo expressed satisfaction with the project and acknowledged that as the Shopping
20 Center is upgraded, increased interest and activity surrounding the Center would likely
21 occur.
22 Marks was appreciative as well of the success and progress of the redevelopment of the
23 Center, and stated that the St. Anthony Shopping Center area has been a redevelopment
24 vision for many years. Mr. Krier expressed appreciation for the cooperation of the new
25 landlord of the Shopping Center and mentioned that cooperation has been instrumental in
26 moving the redevelopment process along.
27 Ranallo thanked Mr. Krier for his attendance and report to the Council.
28 C. Councilmembers.
29 Thuesen reported congratulations were-in order to the-Chamber of Commerce._ The Chamber of
30 Commerce had hosted a forum for the candidates running for office, and Thuesen stated that the
31 forum was an impressive success and the community support was evident. Thuesen expressed
appreciation for the efforts put forth in hosting the forum.
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1 Cavanaugh reported his appreciation as well for the forum hosted by the Chamber of Commerce.
2 He wished also to thank the community for the excellent attendance, and understood that many
3 residents watched the forum on cable as well.
4 Marks reported on the upcoming Sister City Association meeting scheduled for 7:00 p.m.,
5 Sunday,November 14, 1999 at St. Anthony.City Hall. Marks explained that Ms. Betsey
6 Norgard, the Minneapolis-Kuopio Sister City Committee representative, would present a
7 program about the Minneapolis relationship with its sister city, Kuopio, Finland. Ms. Norgard
8 will also present slides comparing northern Minnesota and Michigan with.Finland. Marks
9 further stated that the St. Anthony Sister City Association would have displays about its sister
10 city, Salo, Finland. Marks invited everyone to attend and stated he would be pleased to assist
11 anyone wishing to become a new member.
12 Faust reported that he also wished to express sincere appreciation to the Chamber of Commerce
13 for hosting an excellent forum, as well as to the community for the exceptional attendance. Faust
14 encouraged a large turnout for Election Day.
15 Faust mentioned his awareness that the Fire Department is involved with various public
education activities. These activities include programs with school-aged.children regarding fire
safety and general safety issues. Of particular note, the Fire Department has offered CPR
18 training to high school students and generated significant involvement and interest. Faust was
19 impressed with the Fire Department's connection with the community and,expressed gratitude
20 for its efforts.
21 D. Mayor.
22 Ranallo reported that he is one of the Commissioners for Channels 15 and 16. In this role, he
23 and other Commissioners have tried to ensure that the public is informed of open forums where
24 candidates were able to speak on issues. All of the candidates have been encouraged to attend
25 and the forums have been publicized as well.
26 Ranallo informed the Council and public that on November 2, 1999 live from St. Anthony City
27 Council Chambers for Election Night coverage, there will be four cities participating: New
28 Brighton, Shorewood, Roseville, and St. Anthony. Bob Manske of the School Board, and Mayor
29 Ranallo will be Chairpersons who will moderate and invite all the candidates to speak at different
30 times.
31 Ranallo announced that two candidates running for St. Anthony City Council, Dick Horst, and
32 Scott Jahner had been in attendance at many of the recent Council meetings. Ranallo thanked
33 both gentlemen for their presence at the meetings and expressed his appreciation for their interest
0 and dedication.
35 E. Ci . Manager.
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1 Mornson reported that there are several positions open for the Parks Commission, and there
2 would also be Planning Commission vacancies that need to be filled. He stated that his goal is to
3 appoint new members before the end of the year. Since the deadline for application for the Parks
4 Commission was last Friday, Mornson suggested opening up the process.
5 Ranallo stated that he was surprised that public opinion seems to hold that the Council discour-
6 ages involvement in the process of filling vacancies. Ranallo suggested that the positions be
7 opened. Mornson will advise the Council when there are candidates to interview and conducive
8 times could be arranged for meetings.
9 Mornson stated that the worksession scheduled for Tuesday,November 2, would begin at 8:00
10 p.m. Obviously, that date is the Election Day; however, Mornson stated there are only three pri-
11 maty issues on the worksession agenda so the meeting is anticipated to be brief.
12 Furthermore, Mornson stated that he has been meeting with the Hennepin Minneapolis Ramsey
13 County Rail Coalition. In essence, all of the mayors of the surrounding cities will be sending a
14 letter to the Met Council to the attention of Ted Mondale,requesting his support. Mornson
15 anticipated that the letter would be mailed by the end of the week.
QMornson stated he would be continuing meetings with the Hennepin Parks Systems regarding
17 developing trail systems.
18 Mornson further reported that, at a worksession approximately two months ago, Staff introduced
19 a new policy that was created as a result of a law adopted by the state legislature. This law states
20 that the City must provide assistance to new businesses with regard to wage rates and criteria on
21 other issues. Mornson has met with the City's tax increment financing (TIF) consultant and
22 development attorney to discuss various procedures and options regarding the new law.
23 Cavanaugh inquired about arranging for a possible presentation by the Heart of the Earth School
24 regarding the School's future plans and potential items for discussion. Ranallo responded that
25 the School had previously mentioned that, once the purchase agreement was signed, the City
26 would be contacted and the School's plans revealed. In any event,the City has contacted the
27 School numerous times and, to date has not been able to obtain a response from the School.
28 Ranallo suggested that the City should be informed about the School's plans prior to the
29 moratorium being lifted.
30 Faust disclosed his belief that a purchase agreement was executed approximately two weeks ago
31 and that earnest money was exchanged. However,the actual purchase, Faust stated, will
32 probably take place next summer. Faust informed the Council that a letter from the Salvation
�3 Army was sent to residents around the lake stating that the property has been sold.
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1 Marks reiterated that the City simply needs to hear from the Heart of the Earth School and obtain
2 a statement about.f iture plans. Ranallo repeated his previous statement that he and City
3 Manager Mike Mornson had made numerous attempts to contact the School and arrange a
4 meeting, but to date, had not been successful.
5 VIII. PUBLIC HEARINGS. None.
6 IX. NEW BUSINESS. None.
7 X. UNFINISHED BUSINESS. None.
8 XI. ADJOURNMENT.
9 Motion by Marks, second by Thuesen, to adjourn the meeting at 7:52 p.m.
10 Motion carried unanimously.
11 Respectfully submitted,
Sue Selseth
13 TimeSaver Off Site Secretarial, Inc.
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15 ayor
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17 City Clerk