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CITY OF ST. ANTHONY
PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA
MAY 17, 1994
8:00 P.M.
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
I. CALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE.
ll. ROLL CALL.
III. APPROVAL OF APRIL 19, 1994 PLANNING COMMISSION
MINUTES.
IV. DESIGNATION OF COMMISSION REPRESENTATIVE TO JUNE
14, 1994 COUNCIL MEETING.
V. .PUBLIC HEARINGS.
A. Paul and Susan Johnson, 2800-36th Avenue N.E., fence
variance request.
VI. CONCEPT REVIEW.
A. Request from MAKO, Inc., for properties located at 2938
Old Highway 8, 3004 Old Highway 8, 2926/2930 Old
Highway 8.
VII. MISCELLANEOUS.
VIII. ADJOURNMENT.
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5 April 19, 1994
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7 Chair Gondorchin opened the meeting at 8:02 P.M. with the Pledge of Allegiance.
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9 Commissioners Present: Gondorchin, Faust, Bergstrom, Makowske, Thompson, and Horst.
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11 Commissioners Absent: Franzese.
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13 Also present: Larry Hamer, Interim City Manager
14 William Soth, City Attorney
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16 APPROVAL OF FEBRUARY 15, 1994 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES.
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18 Motion by Faust and seconded by Makowske, to approve the February 15, 1994 Planning
19 Commission minutes with the following changes:
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21 Page 2, line 20: Change "1994" to "1993" after the word "October".
22 Page 2, line 21: Insert the word "been" after"would have".
Page 2, line 29: Insert the word "was" after "StrategiCare".
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25 Motion carried unanimously.
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27 DESIGNATION OF COMMISSION REPRESENTATIVE TO THE MAY 10, 1994
28 CITY COUNCIL MEETING.
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30 Commissioner Thompson will represent the Planning Commission at the City Council's May
31 10, 1994 meeting.
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33 PUBLIC HEARINGS
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35 Darrin and JoAnn Mercil. setback variance for 3112 Silver Lake Road
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37 Chair Gondorchin opened the public hearing at 8:04 p.m. for a petition for a setback variance
38 request for Darrin and JoAnn Mercil, 3112 Silver Lake Road. Notices of the public hearing
39 had been published in the St. Anthony Bulletin on April 6, 1994 and mailed to property
40 owners within 200 feet of the subject property.
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42 Staff Report
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Interim City Manger Hamer told the Commissioners of the previous hearing at which Mr.
5 Mercil requested a variance to put his house five feet from his property line at a 23 foot
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5 setback. Mr. Hamer noted that this is not a pre-determined variance by the City Council as
6 is being rumored. Mr. Mercil had requested a five foot setback off the back propem? line and
7 23 feet from front property line. Mr. Mercil did not receive the results of his survey until
8 after the initial variance had been granted. This survey showed that the City owns a 66 foot
9 right-of-way rather than a 60 foot,and all of it is on his side. His house would,based on this,
10 be set five feet from his property line, which would result in 9 feet to his neighbor's house.
11 Mr. Mercil, due to being at risk of losing his financing, put in the foundation, with the
12 Council's approval, with the written statement that he would remove it if the variance is not
13 granted. The house right now is sitting at a 23 foot setback which was granted at the last
14 variance. The request is 8 feet, which brings it 15 feet to the property line.
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16 Commissioner Faust asked how this differs from the previous request. The Interim City
17 Manager stated that the garage was the last variance request. The change in the variance
18 request is due to the change in the 6 feet of right-of-way, which would put the house closer
19 to the neighboring house.
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21 Mr. Mercil addressed the Commissioners, stating that what was requested the last time
22 turned out not to be the case and he believes that all the Commissioners are familiar with the
23 story. The problem occurred when the survey came back at the time they were ready to
24 begin building, and he was in danger of losing his financing. The Mercils approached the
25 City Council to request changing the variance. The City Council stated the Mercil's would
26 have to re-apply for the variance. The Mercils are doing this now, but due to time
27 constraints,they have had to put in the full foundation, which has been done in accordance
28 with the 23 feet of the original variance. This will be removed if the variance is not granted.
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30 Mr. Mercil produced two pictures which were presented to the Commission members which
31 showed markings between his home and the south house on the current variance. It would
32 be close enough to present a drainage problem and would produce more of an "inner city"
33 rather than suburban appearance. Moving the house 9 feet away(the current request) would
34 resolve the drainage and appearance problems. Mr. Mercil showed two more pictures to
35 Commission members. Measurements were taken on the other two sides and they have
36 looked at the homes on the west and east. The City has restricted the Mercils to having the
37 garage facing Townview, which leaves them with no back yard, so the house was designed
38 to use the side yard as part of the back yard. Tucking the garage under and extending it out
39 an additional eight feet, they gain a full garage. Putting the garage on the left side of the
40 home would have eliminated any possible side yard on the lot. If the garage had to be placed
41 on that side,the lot would have been unusable for their home. Mr. Mercil passed three more
42 pictures to Commission members showing that the other homes approximately line up. Also
43 included was a picture of the white house to the east across Townview, showing that it is
44 closer to the Townview street than his whole project. Also, if the proposed home had been •
45 located without the new variance, they would not have had to touch the little yellow house
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5 previously on the lot. One of the pictures-showed stakes indicating the lot line and the
6 previous location of the little yellow house. Mr. Mercil wishes to build in a manner to
7 enhance the community. He welcomed any questions by the Commissioners.
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9 Commissioner Makowske asked Mr. Mercil if relocating the house according to the new
10 variance request would alleviate the drainage problem. Mr. Mercil stated that by moving the
11 house they would be able to drain adequately down their own property.
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13 Commissioner Horst requested clarification that the original variance was to move the house
14 forward on the lot, and the current variance request was to move the house north 8 feet, and
15 requested what difference in space this would make. Mr. Mercil answered that the previous
16 distance between houses was 9 feet, and this variance would make that distance 17 feet.
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18 Chair Gondorchin asked if there were any opposing questions.
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20 Mr. Earl H. Dahl, 2920 Townview, asked why the new survey changes the old one. Chair
21 Gondorchin asked Mr.Mercil for clarification between the old and new surveys. Mr. Mercil
22 said two of the markers had been found by the surveyor. Mr. Dahl stated that his house,
according to the new survey, is not 7 feet from the lot line. Interim City Manager Hamer
qP4 stated that in the 40's to early 50's, when Mr. Dahl's house was built, the City did not receive
25 surveys on the houses, so the City doesn't have anything to compare the current survey to.
26 Mr. Dahl stated that if he tried to claim his full 68 feet of lot,he'd cut into his next neighbor's
27 property. Mr. Hamer stated that the surveying company can redo the survey to explain the
28 differences or find any mistakes. The surveys are certified, and clearing up difficulties
29 should be part of that fee.
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31 Commissioner Faust stated that the survey could very well be accurate, but that the builders,
32 while craftsmen, weren't necessarily accurate at placement of the building on the lot. Mr.
33 Dahl stated that back then there wasn't even a street. Mr. Faust suspects that Mr. Dahl still
34 has the proper lot size, but that the house is simply misplaced on the lot. He suspects that
35 the builders told Mr. Dahl his house was 7 feet from the lot line when it was really 5 feet.
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37 Mr. Dahl asked where the survey starting point was. Mr. Hamer asked Mr. Mercil where the
38 markers were found,and Mr. Mercil agreed with Mr. Hamer that he believes they were the
39 markers next to Silver Lake Road. Mr. Hamer said that typically surveyors need to do the
40 entire block when they do a survey.
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42 Mr. John Mudek,2916 Townview, stated he is concerned about the salability of Mr. Dahl's .
43 home in the future, although this does not directly affect him. Mr. Dahl's lot line is now on
his sidewalk. Although this does not affect Mr. Mudek directly, he feels the Planning
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5 Commission should be aware of this. In fact,the lot line runs down the center of Mr. Dahl's
6 sidewalk,which is against the side of his house. Chair Gondorchin stated there is no change
7 in lot line,just in where the house actually sits on the lot.
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9 Mr. Dahl had been concerned about encroaching on Mr. Mudek's property for his full 66 feet.
10 Mr. Mudek understands that Mr. Dahl's house is just situated differently than was thought.
11 Mr. Mudek requested that the survey be redone to be sure that everything is accurate. Mr.
12 Hamer stated that when surveys are done on residential properties, the buyer usually surveys
13 before purchasing the house. Since nobody in this case did that, the problem is surfacing
14 now. Mr. Hamer stated the example of people having lot lines strung by the monuments
15 when they go to build a fence, and finding that a neighbor's fence is actually on their lot.
16 Letters are then sent by the City to the fence owner asking that the fence be removed to the
17 proper place and a proof available that this has been done. Some people have simply given
18. the misplaced fences to the people who own the property the fence is on rather than move
19 them. Mistakes in surveys do happen, and lot lines aren't always where people think they
20 are.
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22 Chair Gondorchin asked if there were any more comments. The Public Hearing was closed
23 at 8:28 p.m. He asked the Commissioners for their discussion. •
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25 Commissioner Horst stated he had reviewed the site and that it does have a unique situation
26 due to the extra 6 feet of setback,which only occurs on that block and one other block in the
27 City. The street is actually what causes the house to be out of compliance. If it wasn't for
28 the extra 6 feet, the question would only be over a 2 foot variance.
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30 Commissioner Faust stated that there were two issues with the first variance: 1) that there
31 was no survey,and 2)there was no knowledge of the extra 6 feet of right-of-way. He feels
32 that this variance request is actually an improvement over the first. He would definitely be
33 in favor of recommending the approval.
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35 Chair Gondorchin stated he does not feel the plight was created by the owner. This is a
36 requirement for approving the variance. Also, the redevelopment will greatly benefit St.
37 Anthony. The lot can't be put to use by today's standards any other way. He would only add
38 to the motion that the survey be rechecked to satisfy Mr. Dahl and any other neighbors.
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40 Commissioner Makowske moved to approve the variance to send it to the City Council with
41 the original conditions plus the condition added here. It was suggested that the original
42 conditions be stated for inclusion'in the minutes as well as'the new condition and the
43 addition of the extra 6 feet of right-of-way which applies to all the houses on this side on this
44 block. •
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5 Makowske amended his motion.
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7 Motion by Makowske, second by Berg to recommend Council approval of the variance
8 request from Darrin and JoAnn Mercil, for 3112 Silver Lake Road, as follows: (1) the lot
9 limits the position of the home; (2)the City requires that the garage face Townview Avenue;
10 (3) the lot is platted and buildable, but the previous home was small and not of today's
11 standards; (4)because of the additional 6 feet right-of-way along street there is an additional
12 circumstance that is found in almost no other place in this City; and (5)that the survey be
13 rechecked to satisfy the neighbors.
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15 Motion carried unanimously,,
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18 Conditional use permit and setback variance request by Merlin Olson. for 2700 - 37th
19 Avenue N.E.
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21 Notice of the public hearing had been published in the St. Anthony Bulletin on April 6, 1994
�22 and mailed to property owners within 350 feet of the subject property:
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26 Interim City Manager Hamer reported that C.M. Corp was requesting a variance of 9 feet to
27 the front on 37th Avenue N.E. and 5 feet to the side facing Stinson Boulevard and a building
28- variance,of 11 feet.. They are planning to tear down the existing gas station and put up a
29 convenience store with gas pumps and a canopy. This would bring the building
30 approximately 9 feet 6 inches to the property line,the setback to residential is 20 feet. The
31 canopy is off by the street setback of 35 feet.
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33 Chair Gondorchin asked if a comprehensive sign plan had been submitted. Mr. Hamer stated
34 it had not been submitted. Bill Martin, representing Mr. Olson, stated that the sign on the
35 elevation drawing was not the one which would be used, but that one on a pole would be
36 used, not a monument type.
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38 Chair Gondorchin asked what site differences exist between the blueprints that Mr. Martin
39 had with him and the drawing submitted to the Commissioner members. Mr. Hamer stated
40 that all gas stations are conditional uses, and since the present structure will be torn down
41 and new construction done on the property,any conditions the Commissioners desire can be
42 placed on the project. Mr. Martin stated that to the best of his knowledge there were no
43 differences between his blueprints and the elevation drawing. Chair Gondorchin again asked
about the planned sign. Mr. Martin stated that they are requesting a pedestal sign mounted
on a pole, but it would not be a high-rise sign. Mr. Martin requests a sign as pictured in
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5 front. There were earlier drawings with more than one sign, but the owner has now decided
6 to go with one sign, such as the one on the picture, with brick. Commissioner Horst asked
7 if the proposed sign complied with the City's ordinance, and Mr. Martin stated he was not
8 sure. Mr. Hamer stated that the sign had not been presented yet, but must be presented with
9 all measurements, and location, and if the sign was too big, they would have to come back
10 with a new plan.
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12 Chair Gondorchin suggested that Mr. Martin submit a short dissertation on the entire
13 concept,including traffic flow, hours of operation, etc.. Mr. Martin stated he thought that
14 the hours of operation-would be 6 a.m. to 11 p.m.. Mr. Olson, according to Mr. Martin,
15 operates two other convenience stores. .He also explained the request to close 2 existing
16 approaches, the need by today's standards for a canopy, sufficient space for traffic flow of
17 cars and parking. Chair Gondorchin asked the projected size of the new building.
18 Convenience stores today are starting at approximately 3,000 square feet, whereas this plan
19 will provide a bare minimum of 2,500 square feet (60 feet by 36 feet). Chair Gondorchin
20 stated that he and Commissioner Franzese had wondered about the proposed driveways, i.e.,
21 would the driveway on 37th Avenue be a right turn only on exit, given the traffic from the
22 stoplight at 37th and Stinson? Mr. Martin stated that part of the reason for changing the
23 driveways was to increase safety while maintaining flow, but that they had not considered
24 making the 37th Avenue exit a right turn only. Mr. Hamer stated that stations historically
25 are on corners and their driveways are close to the intersections.
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27 Commissioner Makowske stated that he sees two issues,the conditional use permit and the
28 variance request. He thinks they can be taken together during the process. Part of the
29 requirement for recommending approval for a variance is that there must be a hardship due
30 to the land or to correct extraordinary circumstances, and the submitted documents address
31 the conditional use more than the hardship question. The only thing Mr. Martin can see as
32 far as hardship, is that the owner could operate with the existing building, which Mr. Martin
33 assumes is well within the setbacks, but the operation would not be profitable. Mr. Martin
34 again stated the layout must be directed by customer flow, and that the proposed plan is the
35 most convenient for a convenience store.
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37 Commissioner Faust asked Mr. Martin how long Mr. Olson had owned the property. Mr.
38 Martin stated that he understood that Mr. Olson bought the station last fall and promptly
39 painted it. Commissioner Faust asked where Mr.Olson's other two stations were;Mr. Martin
40 answered that they are located on University Avenue N.E. in North Minneapolis, and
41 Johnson Street N. E. in North Minneapolis. Commissioner Faust confirmed that the name
42 of the store is Stop N Go, and asked what kind of gas they handled. Mr. Martin thought it
43 was Phillips 66, but Commissioner Thompson thought it was Conoco, in which case there
44 would be a competitor within a few blocks. Commissioner Faust wondered if more building
45 plans had been done.
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6 Chair Gondorchin stated that the Commission is more accustomed to seeing additions to
7 existing structure rather than new construction. Since this is a new project,they want a better
8 idea of scale. Mr. Martin asked if what the Commission was asking for was more building
9 plans. Chair Gondorchin stated that he did not want to stall the project,but he„anted to poll
10 the Commissioners.as to whether this should be delayed until more comprehensive plans
11 arrive. Chair Gondorchin stated there was no time line in the request. He doesn't feel the
12 request is unreasonable, and that the variance could be granted due to the facility being
13 outmoded by today's standards.
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15 Commissioner Makowske agreed with Chair Gondorchin, but felt that more details are
16 needed. He has no problem with the conditional use permit, although he feels the
17 Commission should hold off on that until the variance is settled. His biggest concern is that
18 a hardship should really be caused by the land,and since it is conditional use,he'd like to see
19 it upgraded. He's not sure there is a case for hardship there with reference to how the land
20 is zoned or other situations like that. Chair Gondorchin stated that, having been a patron of
21 the previous facility, a retail facility could not be operated there due to lack'of parking, and
22 that is a hardship. Commissioner Makowske stated that parts of the plan that are sketchy
include the sign, to make sure that it is conforming. Commissioner Faust stated that he
24 would like to see Mr. Martin return to Mr. Olson, who has previously dealt with the
25 Commission,and make sure nothing is forgotten, e.g., the lighting, signage on the canopy,
26 etc.. Commissioner Faust thinks the conditional use and variance should be done together
27 for the good of the project. However,unless the Commission is very definitive on what the
28 conditions and requirements are, the Commission will be surprised later on and more
29 variance requests will come in. Chair Gondorchin stated that this had been presented as a
30 concept review, the Commission likely would have said "great, now get us some detail."
31 He asked Mr. Hamer about the conditional use aspect, especially hours of operation. Mr.
32 Hamer stated that 12 midnight was the limit.
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34 Commissioner Faust stated that because of the gas station use, there are some potential
35 pollution problems,and that if they tear down the old building they'll have to bring it up to
36 current standards. Mr. Martin stated that the property already has been impacted and there
37 is an environmental consultant working on it. Commissioner Makowske asked if this meant
38 contaminated soil removal, and Mr. Martin stated that this was already scheduled.
39 Commissioner Faust stated that was an example of the kind of condition the Commission has
40 to put on the project, even though it's already being done, to protect the community.
41 Commissioner Thompson asked about the current underground tanks,and Mr. Martin stated
42 they had already been removed. Chair Gondorchin stated that the elements that need
43 consideration include the hours of operation, contaminated soil, lighting consistent with
0 similar operations; the canopy,including lighting, direction, and signage. The City does not
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5 intend canopies to be billboards. Mr:Martin asked if this could be tabled until next
6 meeting.and he'd bring more information.
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8 Chair Gondorchin asked the consensus of the other Commissioners regarding the concept.
9 Commissioners Bergstrom, Thompson, and Faust supported the concept. Commissioner
10 Horst stated he had a problem conceptually with the building itself and only 9-1/2 feet to the
11 property line,and the impact it would have on the neighbors. Mr. Hamer stated that mailings
12 had been sent to the neighbors and no one is at the meeting. Mr. Martin stated he had spoken
13 with the neighbors on both sides(the occupants, not the owners)and explained the proposed
14 landscaping and that they had no problems with it. Commissioner Horst again asked what
15 the variance should be based on. He asked Mr. Martin if there was any other design that
16 could be used here. Mr. Martin stated that they could draw plans based on the current
17 setbacks, and try to build within them, but it usually doesn't work. Commissioner Horst
18 stated that he would like to see that, that he doesn't have a problem with the front of the
19 property, but with the building being so near the back.
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21 Commissioner Makowske agreed that a hardship other than economic must be proven to
22 approve the setback. Other than the question of hardship,he's in favor of the project. Mt.
23 Martin stated that the next set of drawings would have more detail. Chair Gondorchin asked •
24 if next month's appearance should be a concept review. Commissioner Faust is concerned
25 that the Commission not thwart the owner's efforts and he feels that the decision should be
26 made next time, rather than do a concept review.
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28 Chair Gondorchin stated that he does not have as much of a problem with the size of the
29 . building as with whether or not the package is to the current standard. There is no strict
30 regulation as to how near it is to the lot line, especially with respect to granting.a variance.
31 Commissioner Horst questioned Mr. Martin as to standard sizes of convenience stores. Mr.
32 Martin reiterated that the general market currently has convenience stores at 3,000 feet.
33 Commissioner Horst asked if this was a realistic goal given the size of the lot, and Mr.
34 Martin stated yes. The Commissioners discussed Mr.Martin's difficult position speaking for
35 Mr. Olson,and the Commission making recommendations based on Mr. Martin's statements.
36 Mr. Hamer suggested Mr.Martin that Mr. Olson.should attend the May 17th meeting. There
37 was some question as to Mr. Olson possibly desiring 24 hour operation in the future.
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39 Chair Gondorchin asked about the building size. He asked the Commissioners if there was
40 a size they had in mind. There was debate about different building sizes between 700 square
41 feet and the proposed 2,500 square feet. Commissioner Horst wondered how a variance
42 could be granted if there's no hardship and if there's nothing special about the lot.
43 Commissioner Makowske stated that technically the Commissioners could be liable for their
44 decision and had to have a good basis for that decision. Commissioner Bergstrom asked if •
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6 the conditional use could be used to set the hardship. Commissioner Horst stated that the
7 person using the property can't create a condition.
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9 There was further discussion,with the consensus that Mr. Martin should take back for further
10 detail: lighting, signage (canopy and monument), landscaping, screening, outside trash
11 (fenced or merely screened). With regard to landscaping, with only 9 feet 6 inches, there
12 isn't a lot of space to work with, and what can be put in that won't offend the neighbors.
13 Some of this is aesthetics, but needs to be addressed.
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15 Mr. Martin was informed of the date of the next Planning Commission meeting is May 17th.
16 There was discussion as to the Commission's responsibility to notify owners in the vicinity
17 of the property. The neighboring properties are rentals, and the notice is sent both to the
18 renter and the owners. Discussion was held concerning using certified mail to notify owners,
19 and how the public notice in the paper constitutes notice.
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21 Motion by Makowske, second by Horst, to table this request until the next Planning
�22 Commission meeting on May 17, 1994.
24 Motion carried unanimously.
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26 Miscellaneous
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28 Interim City Manger Larry Hamer reported the he met with the Development/Redevelopment
29 Task Force and that they are splitting up into groups and looking into different properties
30 which they identified as needing redevelopment or development. They suggested at the
31 meeting that Planning Commission members become involved in the meetings, perhaps
32 observe in some of the committees as to recommendations of what to do with some of the
33 . properties. Commissioner Makowske stated he did arrive for the March meeting, but it had
34 apparently been canceled. He is, however, still interested in being a member of the Task
35 Force.
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31 Commissioner Bergstrom reported on the Environmental Quality/Recycling Task Force met
38 last week and chose a two-fold path: 1) take last year's lessons and convert them to action
39 and 2) be open and flexible on new issues. Tasks being developed are: 1)public education,
40 2)homeowner conservation, 3)surface water quality,especially regarding Silver Lake. The
41 Task Force has broken up into sub-groups which will, over the next two months, define a
42 specific, achievable goal for the next 12 months.
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10 Commissioner Faust asked Mr. Hamer about progress with Cub Foods at Apache. Mr.
45 Hamer indicated he spoke with Dennis Cavanaugh of C. G. Rein, Co., managers of Apache
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6 Plaza. There was further general discussion of the situation. The status of the Apache New
7 Market was also discussed.
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9 Commissioner Horst stated that he and Commissioner Bergstrom had attended Planning
10 -Commissioner training. They both found it very valuable, although Commissioner Horst
11 was forced to miss the second half. He would like an opportunity to attend the second half
12 at a future date.
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14 Commissioner Makowske stated that he is still interested in the Economic Redevelopment
15 Task Force. He also found the GTS meeting very beneficial, especially Peter Bennett's help
16 with questions. The meeting stated that planning commissions should be working 90% in
17 the future and 10%the kinds of things the Planning Commission dealt with at this meeting.
18 He's not sure how applicable that is to this Commission, considering the state of
19 development of the city.
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21 Chair Gondorchin asked Mr..Hamer about the Road Task Force and where they are with
22 sidewalks and paving paths. Mr. Hamer stated that the Task Force is in the process of
23 prioritizing these projects, but it is a slow process.
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25 Chair Gondorchin asked about a zoning news subscription flyer he had received in his
26 meeting packet. After discussion and comparison it was decided that this was for the
27 national version of a newsletter the City currently subscribes to. Both are published
28 by the American Planning Association; St. Anthony subscribes to the Minnesota chapter's
29 newsletter. Mr. Hamer will look through his mail to see if he can find it, and will pass
30 anything interesting on to the Commission members.
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32 Commissioner Horst thanked Mr. Hamer for the new chairs.
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34 Chair Gondorchin stated he really enjoyed the program at the Volunteer Dinner. Cal Stoll
35. was very informative and entertaining. He supports the idea of volunteering and appreciates
36 -the people who do it.
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38 Motion by Faust, second by Makowske to adjourn the meeting at 9:45 P.M..
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40 Motion carried unanimously,
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42 Respectfully submitted,
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44 Lois Bjelke •
45 Secretary
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STAFF REPORT
DATE: May 12, 1994
TO: Planning Commission Members
FROM: Larry Hamer, Interim City Manager
ITEM: FENCE VARIANCE FOR 2800 - 36TH AVENUE N.E.
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Paul and Susan Johnson are asking for a fence with a two foot variance in
height from the four feet allowed to six feet in the front yard setback. The lot is
peculiar in that placement of the house leaves very little space in the back yard.
In addition, the lot measures 75 feet for a corner lot whereas 90 feet is the
norm.
Mr. and Mrs. Johnson are requesting designation of the side yard as the back
yard and the back yard as the side yard. The height of the fence in front of the
structure will not effect the vision for traffic at the intersection.
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CITY OF ST. ANTHONY
NOTICE OF HEARING
VARIANCE
TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN:
Notice is hereby given that there will be a public hearing by the Planning_Commission of the
City of St. Anthony on Tuesday, May 17, 1994 at 8:05 P.M. or as soon thereafter as possible
in the Council Chambers of the City Hall, 3301 Silver Lake Road (enter northeast corner) for
the following purpose:
Applicant: Paul and Susan Johnson
Property Address: 2800 - 36th Avenue N.E.
Proposal: Petition for a fence variance. The applicant has also requested
consideration of the designation of a side yard to be used as a back
yard.
Anyone wishing to be heard with reference to the above matter will be heard at said time and
place. Questions regarding this matter may be referred to the City Manager, 789-8881. Auxiliary
aids for handicapped persons are available upon request at least 96 hours in advance. Please call
the City Clerk at 789-8881 to make arrangements.
Larry Hamer
Interim City Manager,
Publish: Bulletin, May 4, 1994
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Fee: 60(2515
(R-1............$ 60-00 .
Other.........$100.00)
CITY OF ST. ANTHONY
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undue hardship, as distinguished from a mere inconvenience, should the
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increase the value or income potential of the parcel of land, but would correct
extraordinary circumstances applicable to this property but not applicable to other
property in the vicinity or zoning district.
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created by any persons presently having an interest in the parcel of land.
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3005 Croft Drive
St. Anthony, MN 55418
May 9, 1994
City of St. Anthony
3301 Silver Lake Road
St. Anthony, MN 55418
Re: Concept Review
We are requesting from the City of St. Anthony a concept review for 3 specific items dealing
with the properties located at 2938 Old Highway 8 (a 6 unit building) and 3004 Old Highway
8 (a 6-plex). In addition, Harold &Elaine Olson, the owners of 2926/2930 Old Highway 8
join us in this request.
Background: In 1981 the 2 properties presently owned by Mako, Inc. were sold. Due to non-
payment of principal and interest on the contract for deed and non-payment of property taxes,
the property was repossessed by Mako in November, 1993. After repossession, Mako
determined that the properties were in need of a great deal of refurbishing and renovation.
Subsequently a decision was made to look at the probability of demolishing the buildings and
redeveloping the property. For continuity in development of the parcels we approached the
Olsons and found that they also would be interested in a redevelopment plan.
Request: This request for a concept review includes 3 items.
• Zoning to be changed to R-4 for all 3 parcels (presently R-2 with the two 6 unit buildings
grandfathered in). Density would change in total from 14 units to 28 units.
• Conditional Use Permit for Townhomes/Condominiums.
• Variances for the front yard setback from 30 feet to 20 feet and the back yard setback
from 40 feet to 20 feet to maximize land use and deal with the unusual topography.
Clarification and a possible variance is also requested with regard to the lot coverage
requirement of 50% and for signage.
Precedent: Approximately 5 years ago similar approvals for zoning, conditional use, and
variances were given for the Village Townhomes located 3 blocks away on 33rd and Old
Highway 8. In addition, it is our understanding that the St. Anthony Economic Development
and Redevelopment Task Force lists these parcels on their prioritized list for upgrade.
Thank you for your consideration of this project.
Sincerely,
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2 CITY OF ST. ANTHONY
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4 CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
5 APRIL 12, 1994
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9
10 I. CALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
11
12 The meeting was called to order at 7:50 P.M. and the Pledge of Allegiance was led
13 by Mayor Ranallo.
14
15 II. ROLL CALL
16
17 . Council Present: Mayor Ranallo and Councilmembers Marks, Enrooth, Fleming and
18 Wagner.
19
20 Staff Present: Interim City Manager Hamer, Finance Director Larson and City
21 Attorney Soth.
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24 III. APPROVAL OF APRIL 12, 1994, AGENDA
25
26 Motion by Marks, second by Wagner to approve the Agenda for the April 12, 1994,
27 Council Meeting with the addition of the sale of Tootsie Rolls by the Knights of
28 Columbus.
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30 Motion carried unanimously
31
32 IV. APPROVAL OF MARCH 22, 1994 COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
33
34 Motion by Fleming, second by Wagner to approve the March 22, 1994, Council
35 meeting minutes with the following changes:
36
37 Page 5, line 15: Change to read: She also shares the concerns of the St.
38 Anthony Health Care Facility regarding the need for an
39 addition which would include an Alzheimer area.
40 Page 5, line 20: Insert the words "Mission Statement" instead of"resolution".
41 Page 6, line 4: Change to read: the Sunday morning Pancake Breakfast even
42 though it will not be a part of the scheduled VillageFest
43 activities.
• 44 Motion carried unanimously
45
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
APRIL 12, 1994
PAGE 2
1 Mayor Ranallo introduced the Knights of Columbus representative. The Knights are •
2 sponsoring a Tootsie Roll Drive to benefit retarded citizens. Mayor Ranallo
3 encouraged everyone to support the Tootsie Roll Drive in St. Anthony, April 22, 23,
4 24.
5
6 Motion by Fleming, second by Enrooth to support the sale of Tootsie Rolls by the
7 Knights of Columbus in the City of St. Anthony on April 22, 23, and 24.
8
9 Motion carried unanimously
10
11 V. LICENSES/PERMITS/PETITIONS.
12
1.3 Motion by Enrooth, second by Fleming to approve the request for the sale of 3.2 Beer
14 and Wine during the VillageFest, August 5 and 6, 1994.
15
16 Aye: Ranallo, Fleming, Wagner, Enrooth
17 Nay: Marks.
18
19 Motion Carried
20
21 . Motion by Fleming and second by Wagner to approve the following licenses/permit
22 applications:
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24 Amusement Devices:
25 Minneapolis Bowl-O-Mat, Inc, Apache Plaza(14 Amusement Devices)
26 Slick's Alternative, 2450-38th Avenue NE
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28 3.2 Beer Off-Sale
29 Town & Country Foods, St. Anthony Village Shopping Center
30 Fuel Mart, 3813 Stinson Boulevard
31 Minneapolis Bowl-O-Mat, Inc., Apache Plaza
32 Stop'N'Save, 3259 Stinson Boulevard
33 Berggren's Market Enterprises Inc., 2508 - 38th Ave. NE
34
35 Cigarette Licenses:
36 Slick's Alternative
37 Town & Country Foods
38 Fuel Mart, Inc.
39 Stop'N'Save
40 Apache New Market
41 Snyder's Drug Stores, Inc.
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43 Bowling Alley;
44 Minneapolis Bowl-O-Mat, Inc., Apache Plaza •
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REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
APRIL 12, 1994
PAGE 3
• 1 Contractors License:
2 Suburban Lighting Inc., Stillwater, MN
3 Belair Builder's Inc., New Brighton, MN
4 Construction Labor Force Inc., Lino Lakes, MN
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6 Juke Box:
7 Slick's Alternative
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9 Service Station License:
10 Fuel Mart, Inc.
11 Stop'NSave
12 Dick's St. Anthony "66"
13 St. Anthony Unocal, Inc.
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15 Vending Machines License:
16 Wendy Quammen(1)
17 Minneapolis Bowl-O-Mat(2)
18 Pizza Hut(3)
19 T. J. Enterprises (1)
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21 Heating License:
22 Boehm Heating Company
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24 Garbage Haulers:
25 Lightning Disposal, South St. Paul (Commercial)
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27 Motion carried unanimously
28
29 Motion by Fleming, second by Enrooth to approve the Temporary 3.2 Beer and Wine
30 License to St. Charles Borromeo Church, for their annual Style Show and Luncheon
31 on Saturday, April 23, 1994.
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33 Aye: Ranallo, Fleming, Wagner, Enrooth
34 Nay: Marks
35
36 Motion Carried
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38 VI. PRESENTATION OF CLAIMS
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40 Motion by Marks, second by Wagner to approve the following claims:
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42 A. Government Training Service-Payment in the amount of$1.912.10 to
43 Government Training Service for consultant's fee plus mileage for Council Retreat
• 44 February 25 - 26, 1994.
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REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
APRIL 12, 1994
PAGE 4
I B. Hance& LeVahn. Ltd. - Payment in the amount of$2,400 to Hance& LeVahn •
2 for professional services rendered for the month of April, 1994.
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4 C. Verified Claims - Payment of four pages of verified claims as submitted by the
5 Finance Director.
6 Motion carried unanimously
7
8 VII. REPORTS
9
10 A. Mayor Ranallo
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12 1. A motion by Marks and second by Enrooth to proclaim Arbor.Day,.April
13 29, 1.994, and the month of May, 1994, to be Arbor Month in St. Anthony
14 Village.
15
16 Motion carried unanimously
17
18 Mayor Ranallo praised the St. Anthony Civic Orchestra for their free playing
19 for the public. They will have a fund raiser on April 29, 1994. They are
20 looking for prizes for their Silent Auction.
21
22 Mayor Ranallo said there will be a new cable channel (#62) added. They will
23 advertise community events. •
24
25 B. Council
26
27 Councilmember Wagner
28 Wagner noted he and Interim City Manager Hamer will meet with the architect,
29 The Alliance, to discuss a City building renovation on Friday, April 15.
30
31 Councilmember Fleming
32 Fleming met with the Library Task Force which was formed to keep the St.
33 Anthony Library open and keep expansion going. Mayor Ranallo and
34 Councilmember Fleming agree that timing is important for this issue.
35
36 The Council directed staff to develop a resolution stating their concerns
37 regarding additions to the St. Anthony Health Care Center for Alzheimer
38 patients. Staff will forward the resolution to the City's State Senator and
39 Representative.
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41 Motion by Fleming, second by Ranallo to approve the resolution concerning an
42 addition'to the St. Anthony Health Care Center.
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44 Motion carried unanimously •
45
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
APRIL 12, 1994
PAGE 5
1 Councilmember Fleming noted that resident payment of their entire assessment
2 for 1993 road improvements is not clear. Pat Taylor, a resident whose property
3 on Rankin Road is affected by the assessment, spoke about her confusion as to
4 when she could pay the assessment in its entirety. The Finance Director stated
5 that this was a "first time" for staff to do such a project and much was learned.
6 For future projects of this type, the Finance Director indicated a bill will be sent
7 along with the letter notifying residents of their final amount due.and clarifying
8 payment procedures.
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10 Councilmember Marks
11 Marks reported on St. Anthony's Sister City, Salo, Finland.
12
13 Marks reminded those present of the School Referendum on Tuesday, April
14 19th.
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16 Councilmember Enrooth
17 Enrooth discussed plans for the VillageFest festivities on.August 5 and 6. There
18 are still some concerns about the parade and some of the activities.
19
20 Enrooth noted that there will be only one City-wide Clean Up Day this year on
21 May 7th. Some of the fees will be increased.
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23 C. Interim City Manager Hamer
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25 1. Insurance for Open Meeting Law. Hamer introduced Mark Flaten from
26 American Risk Services, Inc. Mr. Flaten presented information on the Open
27 Meeting Law.
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29 Motion by Marks, seconded by Enrooth to approve purchase of Open Meeting
30 Law insurance from the League of Minnesota Cities Insurance Trust, with the
31 cost not to exceed $1,000.
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33 Motion carried unanimously
34
35 2. Fire Department 1993 Annual Report. Chief Johnson reported Chandler
36 Place and Kenizington received 25%of the runs. Calls to single family
37 neighborhoods increased. Chief Johnson noted that triage is much better in
38 the nursing home.Nursing home residents are not calling as often. They
39 used to call for the Fire Department to take patients to doctor's
40 appointments.
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42 Mayor Ranallo suggested to Chief Johnson to look for ways to reduce the Fire
43 Department's costs. The Chief said that 95%of the costs are personnel related
44 and that it would be difficult to trim costs without reducing staff.
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REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
APRIL l2, 1994
PAGE 6
1 Mayor Ranallo stated that the Council and the residents appreciate all that the •
2 Fire Department does.
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4 3. Recycling Center. Interim City Manager Hamer stated the Environmental
5 Quality/Recycling Task Force passed unanimously to recommend that the
6 City Council close the Recycling Center effective June 30, 1994. The City
7 lost grant money and residents should not have to pay for both curb side pick
8 up and a drop off center. Cost to keep the center open would be
9 approximately $10,000 during 1994. Councilmember Enrooth indicated the
10 proposed closure is not deliberate. The City was the first to start the service
11 and will be the last to close.
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13 The Mayor said the public needs to be kept informed of the closure, i.e., press
14 releases, signage at the site and notification on the water utility bills. The City
15 Council will vote on the issue May 10.
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17 4. Peddlers. Mitch Fine from Gems and Stems requested Council approval to
18 sell flowers at the Amoco Service Station on 37th and Silver Lake Road and
19 approval of a 20' x 20' canopy. The sale would be for Mother's Day. Mr.
20 Fine was told not to place anything on the right-of-way. His hours will be
21 6:00 A.M. until sundown. City Attorney Soth discussed the registration form
22 for peddlers which had been included in the packet and indicated Council's •
23 approval of this request is appropriate.
24
25 VIII. PUBLIC HEARINGS - None.
26
27 IX. NEW BUSINESS
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29 A. Motion by Marks, second by Wagner to approve Change Order#1 for 1994
30 Street Improvement Project.
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32 Motion carried unanimously
33
34 B. Motion by Fleming, second by Enrooth to approve Resolution 94-028 regarding
35 the Safety Program and By-Laws for City employees.
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37 Motion carried unanimously
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40 C. Motion by Marks, second by Wagner to approve Resolution 94-027, regarding
41 Deferment of Special Assessments for 1994 Street Improvement Projects as requested
42 by Willard Mohn and Conrad and Dorothea Kjeldahl, both meeting the requirements
43 of this request.
44 Motion carried unanimously •
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REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
APRIL 12, 1994
PAGE 7
1 D. Motion by Enrooth, second by Marks to approve Resolution 94-026 regarding the
2 1994-1995 Fire Fighters Union Agreement. .
3
4 Motion carried unanimously
5
6 A special thanks was given to Mr. Hamer-who worked on it.
7
8 X. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
9 There was no unfinished business.
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11 XI. ADJOURNMENT
12 Motion by Marks, seconded by Ranallo to adjourn the meeting 9:45 P.M.
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14 Motion carried unanimously
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23 Council Secretary
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26 Mayor
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29 City Clerk
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CITY OF ST. ANTHONY
• REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
APRIL 26, 1994
I. CALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The meeting was called to order at 7:00 P.M. and the Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mayor
Ranallo.
II. ROLL CALL
Council Present: Mayor Ranallo and Councilmembers Marks, Enrooth, Fleming and Wagner.
Staff Present: Interim City Manager Hamer, Finance Director Larson, City Attorney Soth.
III. APPROVAL OF APRIL 26, 1994, COUNCIL AGENDA
Mayor Ranallo requested an addition to the Agenda. Doug Bergstrom from the St. Anthony
Environmental/Recycling Task Force would like to address the Council right after the Planning
Commission Report.
• Motion by Marks, second by Wagner to approve the Agenda as amended.
Motion carried unanimously
IV. APPROVAL OF APRIL 12, 1994 COUNCIL MINUTES
Motion by Marks, second by Enrooth to approve the April 12, 1994,Council Meeting minutes
with the following changes:
Page 1, line 27 Change to read: "solicitation of donations for Tootsie Rolls"
Page 2, line 6 Change to read: "solicitation of donations for Tootsie Rolls"
Page 2, lines 28 Place "3.2 Beer Off-Sale" on Line 15 under Motion by Enrooth,
through 33 second by Fleming to approve the request for the sale of 3.2 Beer
and Wine, etc.
Motion carried unanimously
V. LICENSES/PERMITS/PETITIONS
Motion by Marks, second by Wagner to approve the following licenses:
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Regular Council Meeting Minutes
April 26, 1994
Page 2
Contractors License:
Albrecht Company, Roseville, MN
Reliable Tree Service, Fridley, MN
Asphalt Driveway Company, St. Paul,'MN
Heatine License:
Suburban Air Conditioning Company
Motion carried unanimously
VI. PRESENTATION OF CLAIMS
A. Verified Claims.
Motion by Wagner, second by Marks to approve the three pages of verified claims as submitted
by the Finance Director.
Motion carried unanimouslAb
VII. REPORTS
A. Planning Commission - April 19, 1994.
Mayor Ranallo introduced Commissioner George Thompson who was,representing the Planning
Commission. Mr. Thompson discussed a setback variance request from Darrin and JoAnn
Mercil, 3112 Silver Lake Road.
The Mercils are requesting 15 feet to the front property line (a variance of 15 feet) and 13 feet
to the rear property line (a 12 foot variance). Granting this variance would place their home 23
feet from the property line and the garage will extend to the north 8 feet. Placement of the home
will be equal to the adjacent home and the garage will extend 8 feet in front of the adjacent
structure to the west. The Planning Commission unanimously recommended Council approval
of the variance request.
Motion by Marks, second by Fleming, to approve this variance with the same bindings as the
Planning Commission.
No vote was taken on this motion.
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Regular Council Meeting Minutes
April 26, 1994
Page 3
City Attorney Soth indicated that the Planning Commission minutes stated the reasons especially
important at the end; i.e., reason (4) which is the six foot difference in the right-of-way which
is a unique situation and certainly distinguishes this lot from any other in the City.
Mayor Ranallo noted that the City Attorney was present at the April 19th Planning Commission
meeting and after reviewing this issue indicated the findings were entirely appropriate.
Motion by Marks, second by Enrooth to approve the setback variance request from Darrin and
JoAnn Mercil, noting the following: (1) the lot limits the position of the home; (2) the City
requires that the garage face Townview Avenue; (3) the lot is platted and buildable, but the
previous home was small and not of today's standards; (4) because of the additional 6 foot right-
of-way along the street, there is an additional circumstance that is found in almost no other place
in this City; and (5) that the survey be rechecked to satisfy the neighbors.
Motion carried unanimously
Report of the Environmental Quality/Recycling Task Force
Mayor Ranallo introduced Doug Bergstrom of the Environmental Quality/Recycling Task Force.
• Mr. Bergstrom reported that Mr. Hamer suggested it might be worthwhile to periodically report
to the Council on the Task Force's activities. The members of the Task Force are Dick
Enrooth, Doug Hall, Dave Beneke, Robert Patterson, Scott Benick, Keith Pearson, Martin
Lunde, Carol Barkley, Trudy Hentges, Sandy McDonald and Doug Bergstrom. The Task Force
is a very dedicated group of people who are all very interested in this issue:
The Task Force has been meeting since November, 1992. The first year consisted of collecting
information and identifying issues that could be addressed by the Task Force. This year Martin
Lunde was elected Chairman and Doug Bergstrom was elected the Vice-Chair.
A recent meeting was designed to begin to prioritize and implement ideas. It is a two track
process. Number one is that the Task Force has been collecting potential issues to address. The
Task Force would like to design a process that will advance those issues. Secondly, the Task
Force wants to allow enough flexibility to address current issues and requests so that they are
not locked in on any one issue. As an example, the Council asked for.recommendations
regarding the City Recycling Center. The Task Force wants to be able to have the flexibility
to deal with those things as they come up. The process involves a list of specific projects and
issues that could be implemented by members of the Task Force. Mr. Bergstrom distributed the
list that the Task Force has been working from to date and were working from at their last
meeting. The Task Force is divided into subgroups. Each group must set tangible goals that
are achievable in a one year time frame or less. The subgroups are focused around different
• categories. There are a number of issues that are educational in nature, there are a number that
are recycling, and some address physical issues.
Regular Council Meeting Minutes
April 26, 1994
Page 4
There are five issues identified. One of them has to do with recycling. There may be problems
in the ability for apartment dwellers to have curbside recycling and if the City Recycling Center
shuts down, that will effectively shut off their ability to recycle. Recycling for businesses and
schools is another issue. Another category is public education. There are solid waste issues in
the schools of St. Anthony. Another issue is that of the storm water quality,.specifically as it
relates to Silver Lake. In addition, there are homeowner conservation issues.
Mayor Ranallo stated he felt education and news releases are extremely important. Ranallo
indicated residents seem to want about four or five different types of collections. The Mayor
emphasized educating the residents regarding the Recycling Center. Residents need to know
that the Recycling Center is costing the City money and that we have lost the major funding that
was allowing us to keep it open.
Enrooth stated that when Hennepin County started five years ago with a media blitz, the County
became leading recycling county in the world, if you believe some statistics. But in the last three
years, virtually nothing has been done.
Mr. Bergstrom stated he was looking at all the different sources of information. He stated that
the watershed district, the City, the County, and probably consultants working for different
agencies will have some information. S
Mayor Ranallo thanked Doug Bergstrom and the Environmental Quality/Recycling Task Force
for their work and efforts and hoped they would make the press releases a high priority.
B. Mayor
Mayor Ranallo said that he and Mr. Hamer started to put together a list of items for the May
work session on Tuesday, May 3, at 7:00 P.M..
C. Councilmembers
Councilmember Wagner discussed the Community Center building situation. This subject is
scheduled to be on the May work session for further discussion. The architect has submitted
prices which are now in the range of what was anticipated. Wagner indicated he and. Mr.
Hamer will have some recommendations and some financial impact figures for the work
session.
Councilmember Fleming gave an update on the HEART group indicating that some of them will
meet with Bob Miller from the Neighbors Revitalization Program regarding funding.
Councilmember Marks had nothing to report. •
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t April 26, 1994
Page 5
Councilmember Enrooth reported the message regarding the proposed closure of the Recycling
Center was added to the water bills. Flyers have been placed in strategic locations around the
City regarding the May 7th Clean Up Day.
D. Interim City Manager
Interim City Manager Hamer stated some of the Environmental Quality/Recycling Task Force
members will be at Clean Up Day. Preliminary work is being done on the budget and and it will
be ready for the new Manager.
VIII. PUBLIC HEARINGS - None
IX. NEW BUSINESS
A. Resolution 94-031 is regarding the sale of General Obligation Improvement Bonds, Series
1994A. Bob Thistle from Springsted, Inc. was present and reported the bonds are for $525,000
for 1994 road improvements. He indicated Springsted recommended that sale of the bonds could
be on the Council's May 24th. Springsted has estimated that the interest would be about 5.32%.
Motion by Marks, second by Wagner' to approve Resolution 94-031 calling for the sale of
General Obligation Improvement Bonds, Series 1994A.
Motion carried unanimously
B. Resolution 94-029 is in regard to the Public Works 1994-1995 Union Agreement.
Motion by Enrooth, second by Wagner to approve Resolution 94-029 ratifying the 1994-1995
union agreement for the Public Works Department.
Motion carried unanimously
Councilmembers thanked the Interim City Manager for working on this issue.
X. UNFINISHED BUSINESS - None.
XI. ADJOURNMENT _
Motion by Marks, second by Wagner to adjourn the meeting at 7:40 P.M.
Respectfully Submitted,
Karen M. Long, Council Secretary
• Mayor
Attest: , City Clerk