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City Council Regular Meeting Minutes
January 11, 2000
Page 2
1 2. Regular City Council Meeting Minutes, December 16, 1999
2 Motion by Sparks to approve the Consent Agenda for the January 11, 2000 Regular City Council
3 Meeting.
4 Motion carried unanimously.
5 In considering the approval of the December 16, 1999 Truth in Taxation Hearing Minutes, and
6 the Regular City Council Meeting Minutes of December 16,_1999, Cavanaugh suggested-that
7 those Councilmembers not in attendance at that meeting abstain from voting.
8 Motion by Thuesen, second by Cavanaugh, to approve the Truth in Taxation Hearing Minutes
9 from December 16, 1999.
10 Voting on the Motion: Thuesen, Cavanaugh voted aye. Sparks, Horst abstained.
11 The motion carried.
12 Motion by Thuesen, second by Cavanaugh, to approve the Regular City Council Meeting
Minutes from December 16, 1999.
14 Voting; on the Motion: Thuesen, Cavanaugh voted aye. Sparks, Horst abstained.
15 The motion carried.
16 VII. PUBLIC HEARINGS.
17 None.
18 VIII. GENERAL POLICY BUSINESS OF THE COUNCIL.
19 A. Set Date and Time for Board of Review.
20 City Manager Michael Mornson explained that the City is required by law to annually set a date
21 for the local Board of Review. After discussions with the Assessor's office, Morrison would rec-
22 ommend that the Board of Review take place at the regular Council meeting on April 11, 2000 at
23 7:00 p.m. Additionally, the Assessor is scheduled to attend the March 14, 2000 Council meeting
24 in order to provide the Council with a brief synopsis as well as a booklet of sales ratios for the
25 area.
26 Horst inquired if the Board of Review meeting would be suitable for a worksession. Morrison re-
27 sponded that the Board of Review meeting in prior years was not on cable television, and he an-
28 ticipated that this was a good opportunity to televise the meeting in conjunction with the regular
Council meeting.
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1 .Horst questioned if other municipalities conducted the Board of Review meetings together with
2 Council meetings. Mornson responded that most of the cities combined the two meetings, but it
3 depended upon the growth and size of the suburb.
4 Motion by Horst to set the Board of Review meeting for April 11, 2000 at 7:00 p.m. in conjunc-
5 tion with the regular City Council meeting.
6 Motion carried unanimously.
7 B. Ordinance 2000-001, re: Alcohol Compliance Check(1st readine).
8 Cavanaugh explained that Ordinance 2000-001 relates to the revocation or suspension of liquor
9 licenses, amending Section 1000.06, Subd. 4 of the 1993 St. Anthony Code of Ordinance. He
10 further stated that the purpose behind the Ordinance is that the Community Prevention Coalition
11 that works with alcohol prevention is sponsored by a grant. As part of the grant requirements, it
12 is mandatory that the City perform alcohol checks to ensure businesses are complying the laws
13 related with underage consumption.
14 Motion by Sparks to approve Ordinance 2000-001, an Ordinance Relating to the Revocation or
Suspension of Liquor Licenses, Amending Section 1000.06, Subd. 4 of the 1993 St. Anthony
Code of Ordinances.
17 Motion carried unanimously.
18 Cavanaugh requested City Manager Mornson to prepare an Ordinance regarding the procedure
19 for instituting and implementing compliance checks.
20 C. Resolution 00-014, re: Lease Agreement for Charitable Gambling at the Stonehouse.
21 Cavanaugh introduced John Fabian of the St. Anthony Sports Boosters and invited him to
22 address the Council.
23
24 Mr. Fabian stated that the Resolution would authorize the Sports Boosters to continue with the
25 charitable gambling held at the Stonehouse.
26
27 Horst expressed his understanding that the charitable contributions are controlled by the Lions
28 Club and the Chamber of Commerce. Mr. Fabian responded that understanding was correct, and
29 continued by stating that in the past year, an amount in excess of$120,000 was donated to vari-
30 ous organizations as a result.
31 Motion by Sparks to approve Resolution 00-014, wherein the City Council of the City of St.
Anthony hereby approves the Lease made by the St. Anthony Sports Boosters to conduct pull-tab
46 activity relating to charitable gambling at the Stonehouse, a municipal-owned liquor establish-
34 ment, 2700 Highway 88, located within the City of St. Anthony.
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1 Motion carried unanimously.
2 D. Resolution 00-015, re: Application for Premises Approval for Charitable Gambling at the
3 Stonehouse.
4 Motion by Thuesen to approve Resolution 00-015, wherein the City Council of the City of St.
5 Anthony hereby approves the Application for Premises Permit Renewal made by the St. Anthony
6 Sports Boosters to conduct pull-tab activity relating to charitable gambling at the Stonehouse, a
7 municipal-owned liquor establishment, 2700 Highway 88, located within the City of St.
8 Anthony.
9 Motion carried unanimously.
10 IX. STAFF REPORTS.
I 1 A. WSB & Associates, Inc. Report on Flood Mitigation_ (including Resolution 00-016, re:
12 Parking Restrictions on 29th Avenue NE).
13 Mornson introduced Todd Hubmer, WSB & Associates, Inc. and invited him to address the
14 Council.
Mr. Hubmer stated that he would provide for the Council a brief history of the flood
6 improvement project. As recently as 1987, the City experienced significant flooding problems.
17 At that time, RCM was hired to complete an analysis of the flooding issues. It was determined to
18 postpone any improvements because financing was a concern. Flooding again occurred in 1990,
19 and this in turn was followed by an engineering analysis in response to citizens' concerns.
20 Furthermore, additional flooding occurred in 1997, and at this time, a stormwater task force was
21 formed to address the water issue. During that time, 77 homes reported damage as a result of
22 flooding from the 1997 storm, and it was believed that other homes suffering damage were unre
23 ported. As a result of the efforts from the task force, an engineering analysis was drafted and an
24 implementation program was started to provide 100-year flood protection. Financing continued
25 to be an obstacle, but funding was actively sought.
26 Mr. Hubmer directed the Council's attention to a letter dated January 6, 2000 from WSB &
27 Associates to the City of St. Anthony. This letter provides an update on the current status of
28 flood projects within the City, and Mr. Hubmer proceeded to review the letter with the Council.
29 In short, the following projects are currently at various stages of completion:
30 1. Silver Point Park and Central Park Storm Water Storage Improvements. Storm water
31 holding areas at Silver Point Park and Central Park are 95% complete. Although minor issues
need to be completed at both parks, it is anticipated that the Silver Point Park Grand Reopening
will be held in the spring of 2000.
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1 2. Flood-Proofing Grant Program. This program was established to assist homeowners in
2 providing 100-year flood protection, and allows residents and businesses within the City to
3 flood-proof their structures with 65% City funds and 35%matching funds.
4 3. Flood Prone Home Buyout Program. As a result of the flooding in 1997, five homes
5 were identified for purchase and removal. In their location, storm water storage holding areas
6 will be constructed and will provide the necessary flood protection.to adjacent structures.
7 4. 1999 Street, Utility and Storm Water Improvement Project. This project included recon-
s struction of Wilson Street from 27th to 29th Avenue, and Pahl Avenue from Wilson Street to
9 Coolidge Street. Additionally,three alleys located south of Murray Avenue and east of Wilson
10 Street were included. The project is 90%complete with minor issues to be completed by Mid-
June of 2000.
12 5. 2000 Street, Utility and Storm Water Improvement Project (29th Avenue). This project
13 proposes to reconstruct 29th Avenue from Stinson Boulevard on the west to County Road 88 on
14 the east. Itis anticipated that the project will resolve flooding issues at Roosevelt and 29th
15 Avenue,route storm water to the Silver Point Park, and construct a sanitary sewer bypass, which
will assist in reducing sanitary backup problems. A proposed construction date is May 2000,
7 with anticipated completion in July 2001.
18 6. Harding Street Storm Water Stora. The project proposes to construct approxi-
19 mately half of the required 100-year flood storage for the south portion of the City in the back-
20 yard areas of homes located on 30th Avenue, 31 st Street and Silver Lake Road, east of Harding
21 Street. WSB has secured the services of Close Landscape Architecture to address residents'
22 landscaping issues. A proposed construction date is October or November 2000, with an antici-
23 pated completion date of June 2001.
24 7. Construct Fordham Road, Shamrock Drive and Silver Lane Storm Water.Improvements.
25 This project addresses the flooding which has occurred in the northeast corner of the City. The
26 current proposal to relieve flooding in this area involves the reconstruction of Emerald Park to
27 provide storm water storage. It is anticipated that a feasibility study would be undertaken in the
28 summer or fall of 2000.
29 Cavanaugh requested that Mr. Hubmer explain the necessity for the proposed Parking Resolution
30 (No. 00-016) on the Council's agenda. By way of background, Mr. Hubmer explained that, cur-
31 rently, 29th Avenue is designed for two lanes of traffic, with parking on both sides. The street
32 has chokers and reducers, which were installed to assist in controlling traffic flow and speed.
33 Consequently, at the points where the chokers and reducers were installed,there is not adequate
4 width for parking on both sides of the street. Therefore, the City must ban the parking of motor
vehicles on 29th Avenue at all times at certain points. Pursuant to State requirements, the City is
36 required to pass a Resolution to that effect and retain the Resolution in the City's files.
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1 Motion by Sparks to adopt Resolution 00-016, wherein the City Council of the City of St.
2 Anthony shall ban the parking of motor vehicles on 29th Avenue NE at the following locations at
3 all times:
4 Eastbound Westbound
5 From 70' west to 80' east of Roosevelt St. NE From 70' west to 80' east of Roosevelt St. NE
6 From 80' west to 40' east of Wilson St. NE (north) From 80' west to 75' east of Wilson St. NE (north)
7 From 70' west of Wilson St. NE to Wilson St. NE From 60' west to 120' east of Wilson St. NE (south)
8 (south).
9 From 200' west to 100' east of Coolidge St. From 115.' west to 15' west of Coolidge St.
10 From 210' west to 90' east of Silver Lake Road From 100' west to 160' east of Silver Lake Rd.
11 From 80' west of Rozelle Dr. to Rozelle Dr. From 80' west to 127' east of Crestview Dr.
12 From 120 east of Rozelle Dr. to 20' west of
13 Crestview
14 From 450' east of Crestview Dr. to New Brighton
15 Blvd.
16 Motion carried unanimously.
10 In connection with the Home Buyout Program(item 3 in letter of January 6), Thuesen inquired if
18 additional meetings were scheduled regarding landscaping. Mr. Hubmer mentioned the
19 possibility of sending another letter and scheduling additional meetings.
20 Cavanaugh stated that he felt the Parks Commission should be made aware that the property
21 available through the Home Buyout Program could have a beneficial use for the City. He sug-
22 gested having that issue placed on the Parks Commission agenda.
.23 Thuesen offered that he had attended two of the landscaping meetings for the Pahl Avenue area.
24 Although he felt that the neighborhoods were well represented, there was justification for addi-
25 tional feedback to be obtained from'residents.
26 Cavanaugh stated a resident had contacted him about interest in the contents of one or more of
27 the homes to be demolished. He suggested the possibility of accepting bids on the entire
28 contents of a home, as opposed to the home's contents taken in piecemeal.
29 Mr. Hubmer offered that he had received telephone calls as well from interested residents.
30 Cavanaugh responded that it would be a good idea for the contents of the homes to be recycled or
31 reused; however, the process needed to be accomplished in a reasonable and uncomplicated man-
32 ner.
IsCavanaugh requested that Mr. Hubmer look into that matter and return to the Council with a rea-
34 sonable window of opportunity about the possibility of selling the contents of the homes.
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1 Morrison reminded the Council that the homes needed to be removed by the spring.
2 In regard to the Harding Street Project(item no. 6 in the January 6 letter), Mr. Hubmer stated that
3 the construction would be intrusive for the residents in their backyards. In this respect, the
4 landscape architect had met with the residents to arrive at options and ideas to ensure that the
5 project is satisfactory to the residents. Consequently, Mr. Hubmer requested that the Council
6 give consideration to increasing the original preliminary design phase estimate of$19,500 to
7 $29,500. The increase of funding would assist with the preliminary design phase and would cre-
8 ate more options for the residents and landscaping.
9 Additionally, at this time, Mr. Hubmer requested that the Council give consideration to obtaining
10 appraisals of the property. Several residents have requested that the City provide an estimate as
11 to the compensation which may be expected through easement acquisition or fee title ownership
12 of their property.
13 In this respect, Mr. Hubmer presented two estimates that had been obtained based on the ease-
14 ment acquisition scenario. In essence, appraisals would be done for each individual property
15 which is affected by the project. It is WSB's anticipation that the estimates for appraisals could
be presented to the individuals prior to or at the next public hearing, which is preliminarily
scheduled for February 29, 2000.
18 Sparks inquired about the urgency of the appraisals. Mr. Hubmer responded that, to date, he had
19 already received three requests from residents to promptly proceed with the appraisals.
20 Morrison offered that the appraisals would assist in beginning negotiations and placing a value
21 on the easements. In other words, the City considered it necessary to have an outside consultant
22 and negotiator identify fair options. Mr. Hubmer added that the appraisal is a starting point in.
23 providing additional information to the residents about the total impact of the project.
24 Horst requested clarification of the increase in funding for the preliminary design phase. Mr.
25 Hubmer responded that the added funds would allow for the landscape architect to provide op-
26 tions and alternatives to the residents.
27 Mr. Hubmer directed the Council's attention to a letter dated October 28, 1999 from Close Land-
28 scape Architecture in which an outline for the proposed project as it related to landscaping was
29 set forth.
30 The letter stated, in short, that there are four tasks anticipated.
31 1. Task One: Project Start Up, Research and Visioning (completed).
2. Task Two: Preliminary Design.
46 3. Task Three: Preferred Plan
34 4. Task Four: Final Plan
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1 Cavanaugh reviewed the letter step by step with the Council and with Mr. Hubmer. In response
2 to questions about the additional funding of$10,000 for the project, Cavanaugh responded that
3 the Council had promised the residents affected by the Harding project that the City would do a
4 good job.
5 Motion by Sparks to approve the additional funding of$10,000 for landscaping fees.
6 Motion carried unanimously.
7 Cavanaugh asked if the Council would be interested in participating in the community meeting
8 scheduled for February 29, 2000. Mr. Hubmer stated that, although the Council was welcome to
9 attend, often times the residents look for answers from Councilmembers versus trying to,work
10 through the process of developing ideas and providing discussion.
11 On the other hand, Cavanaugh stated, the Council wishes to be in tune with the.residents and that
12 information is as critical to the Council as to the residents.
13 Thuesen cautioned that if any Councilmember were to attend the community meeting, that the
appropriate rule would be one of observation. In other words, the purpose of the meeting is for
X75 the residents to chose options and alternatives, and eventually return to the Council.
16 Horst countered that, although he understands the Council's hesitation about attending the meet-
17 ing, he would regret it if the Council was perceived by the residents as uncaring because there
18 were not any members from the Council in attendance.
19 Thuesen offered his belief that the Council has demonstrated in the past that it interested in lis-
20 tening and willing to cooperate in order to provide the best outcome for situations.
21 . Morrison suggested that the City consider coordinating appraisal efforts with the residents, and
22 he stated that he would consult with the City Attorney regarding that matter.
23 Mr. Hubmer directed the Council's attention to the Schedule, Budget, and Funding Schedule pre-
24 sented in the meeting packets. He proceeded to review each project, the expenditures to date,
25 and the anticipated expenditures. Additionally, Mr. Hubmer reviewed the funding sources and
26 any particulars noted pertaining to funding.
27 In response to some concern about funding, Morrison explained that the previous Council had
28 made stipulations that bids would not be approved until the City had.received the final tally from
29 the State in approving the 29th Avenue reconstruction.
Sparks questioned if a smaller-scaled project, for example a 75-year flood protection as opposed
31 to a 100-year protection, would change the scope of the project to date. Mr. Hubmer responded
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1 that many of the projects would be impacted. Morrison stated that the 1999 Council had previ-
2 ously arranged the conditions for 100-year flood protection, and to keep in mind that significant
3 complications could result if the protection was altered.
4 Cavanaugh agreed and stated that the will of the previous Council had been total support for the
5 100-year objective and that such objective was important to the residents. Not only would it take
6 a significant process to alter the 100-year objective, but that the residents would have to acqui-
7 esce to a lesser protection. Additionally, the 1999 Council had previously passed resolutions in
8 - support of I00-year flood protection.
9 Richard Miller, 2717 30th Avenue, offered a suggestion that the community meeting be reserved
10 for the homeowners that would be impacted, and not the surrounding homeowners. He offered
11 other suggestions and, in that respect, Mr. Hubmer suggested that Mr. Miller put together the
12 information into a memo and fax it to WSB for further action. Mr. Miller agreed.
13 City Manager's Report.
14 City Manager Michael Morrison directed the Council's attention to his memo dated January 10,
15 2000 to the Mayor and Councilmembers which depicted a list of upcoming activities requiring
Council involvement. Those activities and discussions are set forth below.
17 Morrison has arranged a meeting with Parks Commission Chair Carol Jindra to discuss the role
18 of the Commission in the redevelopment of the St. Anthony Shopping Center.
19 Morrison and Richard Krier, Consultant for the St. Anthony Shopping Center redevelopment,
20 will be meeting prior to the next Council meeting on January 25, 2000 to interview landscape
21 architects. In this respect, Parks Commission Chair Carol Jindra will be asked to be involved in
22 the interviewing process. In the meantime, Mornson wanted to remind the Council that there is
23 an intensive schedule to be followed, but that there continues to be opportunities for the Parks
24 Commission's involvement.
25 In addition, Morrison stated that Management Assistant Kim Moore-Sykes would be providing
26 periodic reports to the Planning Commission. It is anticipated that the Planning Commission
27 would review the building improvements.
28 Mornson stated that Scott Tankenoff, Hillcrest Development, who was in attendance at the
29 Special Council Meeting on January 4, 2000, had confirmed that he would appear before the
30 Planning Commission at the next meeting on January 18, 2000. Morrison wished to comment
31 that some residents have called the City to attest to the superior work provided by Hillcrest
32 Development in past projects.
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Morrison affirmed that there had been a previous concern about zoning issues regarding the
2 Apache project and, in that respect, he had attached the Commercial Zoning Ordinance to the
3 memo of January 10, 2000 for the Council's review and information.
4 Horst expressed disappointment that it appeared that any retail options had been discarded and he
5 questioned the reasons for retail being an unpopular option.
6 Morrison reaffirmed that a retail option was not entirely discarded and that Mr. Tankenoff had
7 previously stated that some type of retail component could be a feasible option. In essence; Mr.
8 Tankenoff had felt that if an office building was designed,that the building would have a retail
9 overcast such as a coffee shop or other feature. Mornson clarified that one of the problems with
10 attracting and supporting retail is that the property's location is inconvenient to corresponding
11 highways.
12 Horst affirmed that he would continue to support a form of retail business at this point in time.
13 Cavanaugh expressed his belief that, unfortunately, the property has proven itself to be mostly in-
14 compatible to successful retail. However, he stated that Hillcrest Development believed that a
compromise between office space and retail establishments would be a viable option. Although
06 Cavanaugh stated he has not discarded the option of retail completely, he is enthusiastic about
17 the visions of Hillcrest Development and anxious to pursue this matter further.
18 Thuesen agreed that Hillcrest Development is providing encouraging options compared to
19 options that had been considered in the past.
20 Morrison affirmed that Mr. Tankenoff has discussed a vision and is searching for direction from
21 the City.
22 On another issue, Morrison reported that the City sponsors an employee luncheon for employees
23 with five, ten, 15, 20 etc. years of service and those employees are acknowledged and receive
24 awards. Morrison suggested either March 1 or March 2 as a possible luncheon date and
25 suggested that the Councilmembers review their calendars.
26 Morrison stated that the goal setting retreat had been arranged for February 11 and February 18*at
27 the Sheraton.
28 On another issue, Morrison reported that during the second or fourth week of April, the City
29 recognizes volunteers. Cavanaugh suggested that Morrison provide a suggested date at the next
30 Council meeting and that the City Staff plan a theme and provide a list of volunteers.
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1 Furthermore, Morrison stated that the Public Works Staff, as well as the City Staff, conducts a
2 City-wide clean up. Typically a Councilmember is present and Mornson requested a volunteer. He also
3 reported that the Kiwanis organization is usually present as well. Thuesen stated that he would check his
4 schedule and volunteer as the Council representative if available.
5 Cavanaugh requested that Mornson research the possibility of providing a pick-up capability for
6 residents. In other words, the City would go into the community and take charge of retrieving
7 items from individuals who needed help. Mornson stated he would investigate this possibility
8 with Jay Hartman, Public Works Director.
9 Mornson mentioned that typically the Council meets jointly with the Parks and Planning
10 Commissions and the School Board generally between March and April. Cavanaugh suggested
11 that, in order to facilitate the ease in planning dates, it could be possible for the City Council to
12 attend the Parks Commission and Planning Commission meetings. Mornson stated that he
13 would speak with the Chairs of both Commissions.
14 Mornson reminded the Council that on February 8, 2000 at the regular Council meeting, there are
15 two major issues to be presented. Springsted would be available to discuss the financial report
and to summarize financial concerns. SEH/RCM would be available as well to discuss the
Public Works needs. In that respect, the preliminary design has been completed and the firm
18 wishes to present new ideas to the Council.
19 X. REPORTS FROM COUNCILMEMBERS.
20 Thuesen reported that he had attended.a conference for elected officials that was sponsored by
21 the League of Minnesota Cities. He stated that one of the benefits of the conference was an
22 exercise in team building and problem solving skills.
23 Sparks did not have a.report.
24 Horst did not.have a report.
25 Cavanaugh reiterated that the Council is searching for candidates to fill the vacancy currently on-
26 the Council. Applications are at the City Hall.
27 Cavanaugh also reported that he attended the conference for elected officials sponsored by the
28 League of Minnesota Cities. He found the information provided to be helpful to the retreat
29 scheduled in February. The conference stressed the importance of strategy and the retreat will be
30 a strategic exercise as well.
1 XI. INFORMATION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS.
None.
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1 XII. ADJOURNMENT.
2 Motion by Horst to adjourn the meeting at 9:22 p.m.
3 Motion carried unanimously.
4 Respectfully submitted,
5 Sue Selseth
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