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1 CITY OF ST. ANTHONY
• CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
3 JULY 11, 2000
4 7:00 p.m.
5 I. CALL TO ORDER.
6 Mayor Cavanaugh called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
7 II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE.
8 Mayor Cavanaugh invited the Council and the audience to join in the Pledge of Allegiance.
9 III. ROLL CALL.
10 Councilmembers present: Mayor Cavanaugh; Councilmembers Sparks, Horst and Hodson
11 Councilmembers absent: Councilmember Thuesen
12 Also present: City Manager Michael Momson; City Attorney William Soth.
13 IV. APPROVAL OF JULY 11,2000 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING AGENDA.
14 Motion by Hodson to approve the July 11, 2000 City Council Regular Meeting Agenda as
15 presented.
16 Motion carried unanimously.
49 V. PROCLAMATIONS AND RECOGNITIONS.
18 VI. COMMUNITY FORUM.
19 Cavanaugh called for input from the audience and hearing none,moved forward with the agenda.
20 VII. CONSENT AGENDA.
21 Motion by Sparks to approve the Consent Agenda which consisted of:
22 1. Regular Council Meeting Minutes of July 27, 2000;
23 2. Licenses and Permits;
24 3. Claims.
25 Motion carried unanimously.
26 VIII. PUBLIC HEARINGS.
27 None.
28 IX. GENERAL POLICY BUSINESS OF THE COUNCIL.
29 A. Resolution 00-057 re: Authorizing BRW, Inc. to Prepare Final Design for Improvements
30 to Central Park
31 Cavanaugh requested background information from City Manager Michael Morrison.
Morrison reported much of the work has been completed for Task I on Central Park and that
33 $8,500 is needed to complete Task II of the Master Plan. He noted after Task II was completed
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1 the Council would be addressed for construction of the park.
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3 Horst asked what the funding would cover. Morrison stated this would cover the Task II Central
4 Park plan and give the Council an idea of how Central Park would be designed. He noted there
5 was still some uncertainty with the future financing and construction of the park at this time.
6 Horst asked if the Council would be addressed for the final plan or if the Park Commission
7 would be in charge of this item. Sparks noted this was only the beginning of the process and that
8 the Council would have numerous opportunities for input. She indicated the Park Commission
9 would like to display the park plan at Village Fest for the community to review. Hodson stated ,
10 he would be in favor of having the community review this plan to gain additional suggestions.
11 Cavanaugh reiterated that at the joint meeting of Council and Park Commission the Park
12 Commission was asked to draw some closure on a plan and bring it to the Council. He explained
13 they were working on this plan and then Council would be responsible for funding before the
14 park were to go through.
15 Motion by Sparks to approve Resolution 00-057, a Resolution Authorizing BRW, Inc. to Prepare
Final Design for Improvements to Central Park.
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17 Motion carried unanimously.
18 B. Ordinance 2000-003, re: Amend Ordinance Relating to Lot Coverage and Building to
19 Land Ratio (2nd Reading,)
20 Cavanaugh noted this was the second reading of this Ordinance.
21 Motion by Sparks to approve the second reading of Ordinance 2000-003, an Ordinance Relating
22 to Lot Coverage and Building to Land Ratio, Amending Sections 1605 Subd. 44(a) and 1615.05.,
23 Subd. 8 of the 1993 St. Anthony Code of Ordinances.
24 Motion carried unanimously.
25 C. Ordinance 2000-004 re: Curfews (2nd Reading).
26 Cavanaugh explained that this proposed Ordinance is simply a rewrite and update of the City's
27 existing curfew ordinance. This rewrite is being done in order to bring the.City's curfew
28 ordinance into compliance with the Hennepin County Ordinance. Cavanaugh further explained
29 that a local resident brought the discrepancies between the two ordinances to the Council's
30 attention.
1 For the benefit of the audience, Sparks reviewed the essential elements of the Ordinance and
noted this was a second reading:
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1 * Juveniles under 12 years of age have to be home weekdays by 9:00 p.m., and Friday and
2 Saturday, home by 10:00 p.m.
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4 * Juveniles ages 12-14 have to be home 10_:00 p.m. on weekdays, and home by 11:00 p.m.
5 on Friday and Saturday.
6 * Juveniles ages 15-17 have to be home by 11:00 p.m. on weekdays and home by midnight
7 on Friday and Saturday.
8 Motion by Hodson to approve the second reading of Ordinance.2000-004, an Ordinance Relating
9 to Juvenile Curfew, Amending Section 1105 of the 1993 St. Anthony Code of Ordinances.
10 Motion carried unanimously.
11 X. REPORTS FROM COMMISSIONS AND STAFF.
12 A. Scott Tankenoff—Hillcrest Development-Apache Plaza Redevelopment
13 Scott Tankenoff spoke regarding the Apache Plaza redevelopment. He noted his company was
14 trying to receive TIF funding as well as scheduling a review committee for his project. He noted
he is looking for preliminary approval at the August 8, 2000 Council meeting. He noted his -
company is under a time constraint with limited resources. He noted his company is willing to
17 answer any questions or concerns so this project is able to move through the City approval
18 process.
19 Horst stated concern for the broad definition for the parameters as to what can be placed within
20 the Plaza. He asked what kind of latitude would be needed where the City could still be
21 protected. Horst indicated he feels the parameters needs to be greater defined before the City
22 moves forward on this issue and what the limits would be. He noted the City is willing to work
23 with Hillcrest to make this redevelopment work.
24 Mr. Tankenoff stated this has been kept in mind and that the $70 per foot range is what Hillcrest
25 Development is wanting to do. He noted the ownership in place has no back up plan at this time
26 and that Hillcrest wants to make the redevelopment successful.
27 Mr. Tankenoff explained if clients were not attracted to the new design,the minimum would be
28 provided but that Hillcrest will not take the position of operating losses. He noted a parameter of
29 uses would be something that would make the City proud to keep this site in use. Mr. Tankenoff
30 stated ideally the space should be used for office/commercial space.
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1 Mr. Tankenoff noted if his company is not able to meet the high parameter,which his company
2 has always done, he does have to have a back up plan for development of the site. He stated he is
3 being up front with the City on the future development if the high parameters are not met. Mr.
4 Tankenoff noted his company would do poorly if the site does not gain the higher parameters.
5 Cavanaugh noted there was a development meeting last week and out of this meeting came an
6 agreement to perfect the development plan and make a recommendation to the Planning
7 Commission. He explained the level of certainty of the project has been greatly discussed and
8 defined by this committee. Cavanaugh stated that because this is a one shot thing.the Council
9 needs to discuss this project and define it to their needs. He indicated the fall back plan leaves
10 the City with less certainty on the redevelopment. He noted the certainty has to be known and
11 how the TIF money will be used before this comes before the Council for approval.
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13 Horst stated he is not looking for certainty but expectation because the tenant mix cannot be
14 absolutely known at this time. He noted Mr. Tankenoff will perform to the best of his ability to
15 be profitable and that the Development Committee is going to have to tie up loose ends for the
16 City.
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Mr. Tankenoff noted the issues of certainty at this time as being that the storm water would be
worked on, there would be new fascia based on whom is attracted to the building, the size of
20 windows, the landscaping, and a new signage. He indicated the items of uncertainty are whom
21 will occupy, who much they will occupy and when they will occupy.
22 Mr. Tankenoff noted these factors will drive him to meet the needs of potential tenants. He
23 explained that once the City designs the rules, it will still be difficult for him to meet only office
24 and hi-tech office without offering commercial uses. Mr. Tankenoff indicated the City needs to
25 decide what uses they are comfortable with and which uses the City is not comfortable with.
26 Horst stated he would not like to see warehouse or storage at this site.
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28 Hodson stated he sees the TIF money as a goal for Hillcrest to meet the best interests of the
29 community and for them self. He noted he is glad that they have a contingency plan for this use.
30 Cavanaugh noted this plan may not be in the best interests of the Village because it would not be
31 at the highest and best level of development. He indicated the contingency plan will list the uses
32 permitted within the Plaza that the community finds are the best and highest uses for the site.
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34 Horst stated there is never going to be complete certainty on this issue. Cavanaugh stated there
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1 would not be complete certainty but that the uses would have to be acceptable within the City.
2 Hodson stated he would be interested in offering light-industrial if it brought in high paying jobs
3 into the community, which the Council needs to consider.
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5 Mr. Tankenoff indicated this issue will be greater defined at the development committee meeting
6 on July 22, 2000. He noted they are looking for compatibility with the community and Hillcrest,
7 and define the uses. Mr. Tankenoff noted 95% of the space would be simple to fill but that there
8 may be 5%that would need special consideration.
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10 Cavanaugh asked how long a temporary fix could be placed at the site if the site were not filled
1.1 immediately. He indicated this would need to be covered within the development agreement.
12 Cavanaugh stated at the next developers committee meeting he would like to see all issues
13 discussed.before hand to allow for closure with the developers agreement. He indicated the
14 parties involved need to be productive for the time between now and the next meeting.
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16 Horst stated he would like to see the redevelopment completed and doesn't want the City to be
17 getting in the way of itself. He asked how Hillcrest was doing with Saks. Mr. Tankenoff noted
Saks was willing to talk with Hillcrest and responded to a correspondence. He indicated he is
having difficulty reaching them and noted they may have trouble getting a kiosks within the mall
20 with Herberger's present.
21 Mr. Tankenoff noted he is having a difficult time dealing with Herberger's to discuss their future
22 at the Plaza. He stated he is still working on this at this time, and hopes they come to grips with
23 the fact people shop at their store in Apache Plaza and at Rosedale Shopping Center.
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25 B. Update on St. Anthony Shopping Center- Dick Krier
26 Mornson explained Dick Krier was present to review the Village Green Project due to the fact
27 there was new TIF laws and new Councilmembers to review this plan and make
28 recommendations.
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30 Dick Krier reviewed there were four parts to this redevelopment being, 1) Village Green, 2)the
31 Bowling alley, 3)the hitching post; and, 4)the shopping center. He noted Hennepin County was
32 willing to grant the City right-of-way but would not be granting any funding to the City. Mr.
33 Krier stated a design team could be hired only if the Council was ready to move forward with
34 this issue.
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36 Mornson noted an 8,000 square foot green space easement was gained from Dairy Queen along
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1 with a 26,000 square foot easement from the Hitching Post. He indicated the City would get
2 money back if future development is not completed on the Hitching Post site.
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4 Krier reviewed all the potential right-of-way easements near the proposed site. Mornson noted
5 the renovations would be roughly $1,200,000. He stated the project could be terminated prior to
6 improvements but that the Hitching Post is looking for improvements on their green space before
7 time has expired on the agreement.
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9 Cavanaugh noted this would be a commitment the City needs to meet since an agreement was
10 reached with them on January 1, 2000 as'this site is moving away from the redevelopment. The
I l Council concurred.
12 Cavanaugh stated the site is degenerating due to lack of care. Horst noted the Council could take
13 time to discuss this with the landlord as to the maintenance around the center. He stated he
14 would like the Hitching Post site completed.
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16 Horst asked if any grants were available for this project. Mr. Krier stated he has explored grants
17 from the County, DNR and BRW and that none have fit to date. Cavanaugh indicated he would
alike preliminary numbers for the Hitching Post development for the green space renovation.
20 Sparks stated she would like additional background information on this issue. Mr. Krier
21 indicated the purpose of this project was to provide for a green space corridor within this
22 commercial project. He indicated at the Hitching Post site, the City would be responsible for
23 providing a pathway, trees and grass after removing the existing parking lot.
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25 Mornson stated this site would make the neighboring properties more appealing. He noted he
26 would speak with the City Attorney to gain what obligations the City is under with the Hitching
27 Post, gain minimal bids for the site work at the Hitching Post and report back to the Council at a
28 future meeting.
29 B. City Manager.
30 1. City Manager Mornson reported the building inventory by SEH, Inc. and staff is currently
31 underway. He noted a report would be ready by mid-October.
32 2. Mr. Todd Hubmer, WSB and the City Manager would be selecting an appraising firm,
33 probably Evergreen Land Consultants,to start the negotiations for the easements for
34 Harding holding pond.
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1 3. The Mayor and the City Manager met with School representatives and Springsted, Inc. to
2 explore funding options for Central Park. The options will be presented to the Council on
3 July 25, 2000. On July 27, 2000 there will be a third meeting with Superintendent and
4 the School Board Chair. A joint meeting with the School to discuss, and possibly agree
5 on a funding plan, will be in August or September.
6 4. Home removal/demolishing bids for Pahl and 301 will be on July 25, 2000 as well as
7 landscaping plans for the Pahl lots.
8 5. The Silver Lake evaluation would be provided by Todd Hubmer through an executive
9 summary.
10 6. The Hillcrest PUD process change was noted as follows:
11 August I Planning Commission Special Meeting
12 August 8 Council Review Preliminary Plat
13 August 22 Approval of TIF, Final Development Plan,
14 Business Subsidy Agreement
If 7. The Proposed 2001 City Budget is to be completed by Monday, July 17, 2000.
16 8. It was noted National Night Out is August 1,2000. A Block List would be handed out at
17 the next meeting. There would be 12 to 15 block parties within the Community and the
18 Council would need to divide the list of parties to assure representation at all parties.
19 XI. REPORTS FROM COUNCILMEMBERS.
20 Hodson noted the St. Anthony/Spring Lake Park Marching Band took grand champion in a
21 festival in Colorado. He explained the marching band is doing a wonderful job this summer and
22 that the director would be retiring after this year.
23 Horst indicated on June 25, 2000 he attended a meeting at the Met Council regarding sewer
24 connections. He noted Met Council implied the rates would be raised for all communities in the
25 near future.
26 Sparks noted she attended the Parks Commission meeting last night and will have a plan for
27 Central Park before the Council in September but would be at the Village Fest as well. She
28 indicated the Park Commission is interested in pleasing all members of the community. Sparks .
29 indicated the skate park is staked out at this time and the plans are in but not final.
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1 Cavanaugh indicated the fire department gave a large escort to the marching band after their
2 return from Colorado. He explained volunteers are still needed for Village Fest.. Cavanaugh
3 added that a group is looking for interest in concerts in the parks and will be holding a meeting
4 on Monday at 7:00 p.m. at City Hall.
5 XII. INFORMATION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS.
6 None.
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8 XIII. ADJOURNMENT.
9 Motion by Hodson to adjourn the meeting at 8:19 p.m.
1 o Respectfully submitted,
11. Heidi Guenther
12 TimeSaver Off Site Secretarial, Inc.
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16 City Clerk