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1 CITY OF ST. ANTHONY
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
3 July 25, 2000
4 7:00 p.m.
5 Council Chambers
6 I. CALL TO ORDER.
7 Mayor Cavanaugh called the meeting.to order at 7:10 p.m.
8 II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE.
9 Mayor Cavanaugh invited the Council and the audience to join in the Pledge of Allegiance.
10
11 III: ROLL CALL.
12 Councilmembers present: Mayor Cavanaugh; Councilmembers Sparks, Thuesen, Horst and
13 Hodson
14 Councilmembers absent: None
15 Also present: City Manager Michael Morrison; Attorney Jerry Gilligan.
16 IV. APPROVAL OF JULY 25,2000 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING AGENDA.
17 Motion by Hodson to approve the July 25, 2000 City Council Regular Meeting Agenda with the
18 additions mentioned below:
IX. B. 5. 29th Avenue Street Lighting
400 6. Harding Street
21 Motion carried unanimously.
22 V. PROCLAMATIONS AND RECOGNITIONS.
23 A. . Appreciation Plaque Will Be Presented to Jim Wilke, Patriots Marching Band.
24 Due to the absence of Mr. Wilke,Mayor Cavanaugh postponed this item until later until the
25 meeting.
26 VI. COMMUNITY FORUM.
27 Mayor Cavanaugh asked for input from the audience for anyone wishing to address an issue that
28 was not on the usual agenda.
29 Mr. Scott Tankenoff, Managing Partner of Hillcrest Development, wished to answer any
30 questions that the Council might have regarding the redevelopment of Apache Plaza.
31 Mayor Cavanaugh noted that the issue of Hillcrest Development/Apache Plaza would be
32 discussed later in the meeting as per the agenda and requested that Mr. Tankenoff address the
33 Council at that time.
34 VII. CONSENT AGENDA.
35 Thuesen requested that the Minutes from the City Council Meeting of July 11, 2000 be removed
from the Consent Agenda.
37 Motion by Sparks to approve the Consent Agenda, which consisted of-
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1 1. Licenses and Permits for Approval;
2 2. Four pages of Verified Claims.
3 Motion carried unanimously.
4 Motion by Horst to approve the July 11, 2000 City Council Meeting Minutes as presented.
5 Voting on the Motion: Cavanaugh, Horst, Hodson, Sparks voted aye.
6 Thuesen abstained due to absence at the meeting of July 11, 2000.
7 The Motion Carried.
8 VIII. GENERAL POLICY BUSINESS OF THE COUNCIL.
9 A. Resolution 00-058 re: Support of Northwest Youth and Family Services.
10 Mayor Cavanaugh provided background information regarding the subject of Northwest Youth
11 and Family Services. Recently,the City was contacted by the Executive Director of Northwest.
12 Youth and Family Services regarding funding for the Ramsey County Corrections Contract
13 which enables the program to provide diversion services to juvenile offenders from the
14 community. It was recently learned•that the County Manager has proposed a 50%cut to the
15 funds in the 2001 budget.
1 Consequently,Northwest Youth and Family Services has requested that City Councils in the area
17 consider passing Resolution 00-058 in support of continued funding for the program mentioned
18 above.
19 Motion by Sparks to approve Resolution 00=,,058,.a resolution regarding Ramsey County
20 Corrections Contract, wherein the City Council of the City of St. Anthony strongly encourages
21 the Ramsey County Manager and the Ramsey County Board to provide funding at the same level
22 in 2001 as in 2000, the Diversion Services provided through Northwest Youth and Family
23 Services.
24 Motion carried unanimously.
25 B. Ordinance 2000-003 re: Amend Ordinance Relating to Lot Coverage and Building to
26 Land Ratio (3rd reading).
27 Motion by Hodson to approve the 3rd Reading of Ordinance 2000-003, an Ordinance Relating to
28 Lot Coverage and Building to Land Ratio, Amending Sections 1605 Subd. 44(a) and 1615.05,
29 Subd. 8 of the 1993 St. Anthony Code of Ordinances.
30 Motion carried unanimously.
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1 C. Ordinance 2000-004 re: Juvenile Curfew(3rd reading).
2 Mayor Cavanaugh noted for the audience that the proposed Ordinance is simply a rewrite and
3 update of the City's existing curfew ordinance. The rewrite is being done in order to bring the
4 City's curfew ordinance into compliance with the Hennepin County Ordinance.
5
6 Motion by Thuesen to approve Ordinance 2000-004, an Ordinance Relating to Juvenile Curfew,
7 Amending Section 1105 of the 1993 St. Anthony Code of Ordinances.
8 Motion carried unanimously.
9 IX. REPORTS FROM COMMISSIONS AND STAFF.
10 A. Planning Commission Meeting-July 18, 2000.
11 Mayor Cavanaugh welcomed Lorin Hatch from the Planning Commission. Mr. Hatch began by
12 mentioning that there were two issues to present to the Council at the meeting as set forth below.
13 1. Frontline Church for 2654 Kenzie Terrace, Zoning Ordinance Amendment(Resolution
14 00-059).
15 Mr. Hatch began by explaining that Frontline Church had requested to City to consider
16 adding a Church as a conditional use permit. Mr. Hatch stated that after significant
discussion and consideration by the Planning Commission, the Commission decided to
deny the request due to the findings of fact as presented in the July 18, 2000 Planning
19 Commission Meeting Minutes. Mr. Hatch noted that the vote was unanimous by the
20 Planning Commission to deny the request.
21 However, Bill Arrogoni, the spokesperson for Frontline Church, has requested that the
22 issue be postponed for presentation to the City Council until the Church has had an
23 opportunity to confer with counsel.
24 2. Hadi and Roger Abou-Mourad for 3801 Stinson Boulevard, Conditional Use
25 Permit for a Car Wash at 3813 Stinson Boulevard (Resolution 00-060).
26 Mr. Hatch reviewed for the Council that Hadi and Roger Abou-Mourad had submitted an
27 application to build a Fuel Mart Car Wash on their property at 3813 Stinson Boulevard
28 NE. According to City Code, their project requires a permit for conditional use. A
29 concept review was held before the Commission on June 20, 2000. The applicants took
30 the Commission's comments into consideration and resubmitted a complete application
31 to Staff.
32 Mr. Hatch noted that the Planning Commission approved the Conditional Use Permit for
33 Hadi and Roger Abou-Mourad based on certain reasons and with certain conditions as
34 outlined in the July 18, 2000 Planning Commission meeting minutes.
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1 Horst inquired about the specific objections of the residents and the details of the
2 proposed expansion of the facility.
3 Thuesen noted that there had been discussion at the Planning Commission meeting that
4 sidewalks were considered as part of the request. Mr. Hatch explained that sidewalks
5 were discussed; however, it was determined that the Planning Commission was not
6 comfortable imposing a sidewalk restriction on the applicants.
7 Sparks inquired if the City had the ability to deny a specific request due to the-fact that
8 there are several similar-type car washes in the area. Attorney Jerry Gilligan noted that
9 it would not be appropriate for the City to deny a legitimate request based on the fact that
10 there were other car washes in the area.
11 Cavanaugh noted for the applicants that the City is planning on installing sidewalks on
12 the east side of that area, and he would hope that at some point, the applicants would
13 consider installing sidewalks.
14 Hodson inquired about clarification about the recycling of the ground water. Consultant
15 Charles Habiger noted that the water would be recycled through the storm sewer and
0 subsequently through Pigs Eye.
17 Motion by Hodson to approve Resolution 00-060, a Resolution Relating to a Request for
18 a Conditional Use Permit for 3813 Stinson Boulevard, wherein the City Council (in
19 agreement with the findings of the Planning Commission at their July 18, 2000 Meeting),
20 hereby approves the request for a conditional use permit at 3813 Stinson Boulevard.
21 Motion carried unanimously.
22 [return to item V. "Proclamations and Recognitions" on the agenda]
23 V. PROCLAMATIONS AND RECOGNITIONS.
24 A. Appreciation Plaque will be Presented to Jim Wilke,Patriots Marching Band.
25 Mayor Cavanaugh introduced Mr. Jim Wilke and certain students and members of the
26 marching band.
27 Several students and members of the marching band approached the Council and
28 audience and announced their appreciation and support on behalf of the entire band for
29 Mr. Wilke's 31 years of service and presented Mr. Wilke with a special gift for his
30 dedication.
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1 Mayor Cavanaugh then presented to Mr. Wilke on behalf of the City a special Certificate
2 of Appreciation for his dedication and support to the marching band and for his
3 outstanding community service.
4 [return to the regular agenda]
5 IX. REPORTS FROM COMMISSIONS AND STAFF.
6 B. Engineering Issues (Todd Hubmer, WSB & Associates, Will Be Present.
7 Mayor Cavanaugh introduced Todd Hubmer, WSB & Associates, and invited him to address the
8 Council.
9 Mr. Hubmer explained that there were four items on the agenda to review, and an additional two
10 items that he would like to add to the agenda.
11 1. Sale of Homes on Pahl Avenue (Resolution 00-063).
12 Mr. Hubmer stated that bids were received for the Pahl Avenue Purchase and Removal of
13 Homes Project, and on.July.17, 2000, the bids were opened and read aloud. A total of
14 three bids were received, and of those three bids, WSB would recommend Otting House
15 Movers of Lakeville, MN, for a total amount of$11,200.00
itMotion by Horst to approve Resolution 00-063, a Resolution Approving Sale of Homes
17 for Relocation, wherein the City Council of the City of St. Anthony hereby approves the
18 sale and relocation of the structures located at 2700 and 2704 Pahl Avenue and awards
19 the sale of said properties to Otting House Movers in the amount of$11,200.00, which
20 bid is deemed to be in the best interests of the City.
21 Motion carried unanimously.
22 2. House Demolition and Pahl Avenue Pond Construction(Resolution 00-064).
23 Motion by Horst to approve Resolution 00-064, a Resolution Approving Demolition of
24 Property and Awarding Bid for Demolition and Pond Construction, wherein the City
25 Council of the City of St. Avenue and awards the bid for said demolition and pond
26 construction to G.L. Contracting, Inc., at a cost of$67,882.00, which bid is deemed to be
27 in the best interests of the City.
28 Motion carried unanimously.
29 3. Flood Relief Grant Prog .
30 Mr. Hubmer noted that the City had received a total of four applications for participation .
31 in the 2000 Flood Relief Grant Program. Each applicant was contacted either by phone
32 or in person to discuss the water problems they have experienced, and to determine their
eligibility for participation in the Flood Relief Grant.Program.
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1 The primary source of watering entering the home for all applicants was found to be
2 through the foundation, floor, and walls. Upon review of the problem, it was
3 recommended that the applicant install basement drain tile systems and/or provide for
4 positive drainage away from the walls and foundation of the home. These activities are
5 currently not funded by the Flood Proofing Grant Program, thus, all of the applications
6 received in 2000 have not met the qualifying criteria for participation in the program.
7 4. Silver Lake West Evaluation Report.
8 Mr. Hubmer directed the Council's attention to Page.82,of the..agenda packets, which
9 depicted a letter dated July 20,_2000 from Mr. Hubmer and reviewed the issue of Silver
10 Lake. Mr. Hubmer reviewed the letter and noted that WSB & Associates has completed
11 a review of the Silver Lake West Evaluation Report dated May 11, 2000 and which
12 report was completed by the Ramsey County Public Works Lake Management Program
13 in cooperation with the Silver Lake West Homeowner's Association and the Rice Creek
14 Watershed District. The objectives of the study were to:
15 * Monitor the inflow-to-Silver Lake to determine nutrient and water loads
16 * Measure in-lake water quality during the growing season
17 * Evaluate lake management activities to improve water quality
1 * Facilitate the prioritization and implementation of lake management activities
19 The Study showed that the water quality of Silver Lake West has improved between ,
20 1986-1999. While the water quality of the Lake has generally improved over the past 13
21 years,the water quality is still poor. The recommendations to improve the water quality
22 further include evaluating and implementing Best Management Practices in the
23 watershed, sweeping streets, public education programs,pond maintenance, evaluating
24 the use of lakescaping techniques along the shore, and continued monitoring.
25 Mr. Hubmer noted that the City has one of the best street sweeping programs in the area
26 which would attribute, in part,,to the improved water quality of Silver Lake.
27 5. 29th Avenue Street Lighting.
28 Mr. Hubmer wished to briefly address the issue of the 29th Avenue Street Lighting. The
29 residents in that area met with the Planning Commission at the Commission's last
30 meeting. It was decided to hold a public forum on August 9, 2000 to obtain additional
31 input. Additionally,NSP Outdoor Lighting will give a presentation and bring posters and
32 displays of potential lighting. The residents will have a chance to review lighting and the
33 consensus will be brought to the Planning Commission, and then presented to the City
34 Council
35 Mr. Hubmer confirmed that the cables would be buried, and that there would not be
additional overhead utilities generated by the decorative lighting. Thuesen stated that
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1 the issue of burying the cables should be further discussed and further investigated
2 because maintenance of overhead cables might be easier than underground.
3 6. HardingSte.
4 Mr. Hubmer noted that the appraisal process is proceeding regarding the Harding Street
5 issue. If the project is to proceed this fall, the schedule is running about 2-3 weeks
6 behind; however, if the project ends up moving to next fall,the current schedule of the
7 project is sufficient.
8 Cavanaugh thanked Mr. Hubmer for his input and attendance at the meeting.
9 X. PUBLIC HEARINGS.
10 Mayor Cavanaugh opened the public hearing at 8:10 p.m.
11 A. Amendment to Tax Increment Financing District#3 - Ramsey County (Resolution 00-
12 061 .
13 City Manager Michael Morrison explained that the City would be considering the elimination of
14 certain parcels from the existing Apache Plaza tax increment financing district and the
15 establishment of a new tax increment financing district containing these parcels.
0 The new tax increment financing district is proposed to include the tax parcels which contain
17 Apache Plaza Shopping Center, and the adjacent property consisting of the site of the former
18 New Market Store and the Taco Bell. Since a portion of these parcels is presently included in a
19 tax increment financing district established by the HRA in 1992 it will be necessary to remove
20 these parcels from the existing tax increment financing district prior to including them in the new
21 tax increment financing district.
22 Attorney Jerry Gilligan recommended as a course of procedure to take public testimony, close
23 the public hearing, and then the Council should reconsider the proposed Resolution at a later
24 date in August 2000 in order to resolve some open issues.
25 In that respect, Mayor Cavanaugh invited input from the audience through the avenue of the
26 public hearing.
27 Mr. Bob Strakota, consultant for Hillcrest Development, approached the Council. Mr. Strakota
28 explained that the TIF assistance is needed because the property requires significant capital
29 improvements in order to get the property up to par so that remodeling can take place. The $4
30 million of assistance would go into the building structure, and the additional $1 million would go
31 towards correcting the watershed issue. Additionally, Mr. Strakota noted that there were issues
32 with Herbergers as well, and the TIF funds would be used to resolve that problem.
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1 Issues surrounding the Herbergers retail store were discussed and the opposition Hillcrest
2 Development has received with the Herbergers store and how that opposition relates to the TIF
3 issue.
4 Cavanaugh expressed his opinion that the Herbergers issue must be resolved before all of the
5 issues of Apache Plaza are resolved due to the fact that the TIF funds are involved.
6 Cavanaugh thanked Mr. Tankenoff and Mr. Strakota for their input.
7 Raymond Haik, 2901 Silver Lake Court NE, noted that he was present at the meeting to express
8 a concern that he developed after reading the paper and watching previous Council meetings.
9 Mr. Haik stated that he was concerned that the City was embarking on a risky investment. Mr.
10 Haik further stated that he believed that the City would need.to obtain some certainty with the
11 expenditures and zoning in order to avoid the problems that have been experienced in the past
12 with the property known as Apache,Plaza. Mr. Haik presented different opinions and options
13 with respect to the potential TIF funding of Apache Plaza.
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15 Attorney Jerry Gilligan responded to many of Mr. Haik's concerns and clarified some of the
issues that are before the Council.
17 Mayor Cavanaugh noted that he appreciated the comments and concerns that Mr. Haik had
18 expressed.
19 Mr. Gilligan noted that the issue at hand was to determine whether a TIF District would be
20 appropriate. Mr. Gilligan further noted that establishing the TIF District would not denote funds
21 at this point.
22 Mr. Tankenoff approached the Council and attempted to allay some of the concerns of Mr. Haik.
23 Mayor Cavanaugh invited additional input from the audience, and hearing none, closed the
24 public hearing at 8:55 p.m.
25 Motion by Horst to table Resolution 00-061 until August 22, 2000.
26 Motion carried unanimously.
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1 B. Amendment to the Redevelopment Plan for Area#3 and on the Proposed Tax Increment
2 Financing Plan for Tax Increment Financing District#5 -Ramsey CogM (Resolution 00-062).
3
4 Motion by Horst to table Resolution' .00-062 until August 22, 2000.
5 Motion carried unanimously.
6 X. REPORTS FROM CITY MANAGER AND COUNCILMEMBERS.
7 City Manager Michael Mornson has noted that the City would be applying for a major grant
8 from the Minnesota Amateur Sports Commission to assist with the Central Park Redevelopment
9 project.
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11 Mornson further reported that SEH has submitted the 33rd Avenue award for MnDOT to the
12 State Department of Transportation.
13 Mornson reported that the City Manager and Mayor would be meeting with the Superintendent
14 of the School, as well as the School Board Chairman regarding funding options for Central Park.
15 Hodson did not have a report.
Horst did not have a report.
17 Sparks reported that the Village Fest Committee continues to search for participants for the
18 parade.
19 Thuesen reported that he had drafted a proposed performance report for the City Manager and he
20 would be asking the Councilmembers to review the form and return comments to him for further
21 implementation.
22 Cavanaugh reported that the National Night Out Block Parties event was upcoming, and in that
23 respect, Cavanaugh distributed a list of the blocks signed up to participate. Each
24 Councilmember reviewed the list and chose the blocks that they would each visit during the
25 National Night Out.
26 XII. INFORMATION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS.
27 None.
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1 XIII. ADJOURNMENT.
2 Motion by Hodson to adjourn the meeting at 9:05 p.m.
3 Motion carried unanimously.
4 Respectfully submitted,
5 Sue Selseth
6 TimeSaver Off Site Secretarial, Inc.
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