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STAFF REPORT
DATE: February 18, 1997
TO: Planning Commission Members
FROM: Kim Moore-Sykes, Management Assistant
ITEM: 97-01 -- Rezoning, Replatting and Backyard Setback
Variance Requests of Verkins Addition; Larry Beach of
Beach Construction.
BACKGROUND:
The applicant, Larry Beach of Beach Construction, is requesting that Lots 2,3,4, and 5 of
Block 1, Verkins Addition be rezoned from an R-1 Single Family designation to an R-3
Townhouse designation. Mr. Beach has a tentative purchase agreement with Mrs. Mildred
Verkins to purchase these lots and if his rezoning, replatting and setback variance requests
are approved by the City, he.is proposing to build seven (7) townhomes.
As part of the requirements of the R-3 zoning district, lots 2, 3, 4, and 5 of Verkins
Addition need to be replatted to accommodate the proposed townhomes. Each unit meets
the minimum floor area requirement of the City Ordinance for townhouses. Proposed
Unit A will require a 12 foot backyard setback variance to make the 30 foot setback
requirement for backyard setbacks in an R-3 zoning district.
About two years ago, Mrs. Verkins replatted her property into residential lots for the
purpose of facilitating the disposal of her property. To date, she has not been able to sell
any of the lots and has an offer to purchase from Mr. Beach. This offer is contingent upon
his ability to rezone, replat and secure a 12 foot backyard variance on the property so that
he can build seven, owner-occupied townhomes.
ANALYSIS: _
This property sits at,the corner of Highway 88 and 29th Avenue NE. Marketing these lots
as single family has been difficult. The problem with these lots is apparently they are too
close to Highway 88 and potential buyers'seem to be concerned with excessive traffic and
noise. Mr. Beach's proposed townhouse development is a good use for this property
because multi-family zoning districts have been traditionally used to make the transition
between non-residential uses to single family detached areas. This project would also be
beneficial to the surrounding neighborhood as it would create a screening affect for the
single family residences along 29th Avenue NE.
Allowing the rezoning request would be consistent to the City's land use strategy and
planning. In several areas of the City, multi-family districts are used to screen single family
districts from high traffic roadways, industrial areas, rail lines and retail areas. This
proposed redevelopment project is especially consistent with the redevelopment that has
been recently occurring along Highway 88, i.e., Village Townhomes and The Arbors
Townhomes.
This project also needs a backyard setback variance of 12 feet. Because of the configuration
of the property, a corner of proposed Unit A is 18 feet from the property line. In
discussing this issue with Mr. Beach, he indicated that reconfiguring this unit could make it
too small to market or visually incongruous with the rest of the development.
Mr. Beach held a neighborhood meeting on February 12, 1997. He reported that three
residents showed up,and they were more concerned with traffic issues on 29th Ave. These
residents had some concern about the possibility of increased traffic, but most of the
comments seemed to be with regard to the speed at which people travel 29th Avenue
toward Highway 88. Apparently, motorists speed up to make the green light at the
intersection of Highway 88 and 29th.
Staff received one telephone call in opposition to the project. The caller was concerned
that the units were going to be rentals. I explained the townhomes were to be owner-
occupied units, starting at $170,000. The caller indicated that she had received wrong
information about the project and as the result of our discussion, she seemed to be in favor
of the proposed project.
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of the applicant's requests to rezone and replat the property to
an R-3 zoning district. Because of the perception of high traffic volumes and noise, the
proposed owner-occupied townhome project would be the best use of the land. It would
screen neighboring single family residences from Highway 88 and would be consistent with
current redevelopment projects along Highway 88.
Staff also recommends approval of the applicant's request for a 12 foot backyard setback
variance. The configuration of the property makes it difficult to build a unit that would
fit within the setback requirement and be marketable or fit within the general design of the
proposed townhome project.
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Date: t 9
Fee: $225.00
CITY OF ST. ANTHONY VILLAGE
Petition for Rezoning
Applicant: LUV &--a L': Phone: r78d- s-6 b�'
Address: < yyjb, I-s
Status of Applicant (Owner, Buyer, Lessee, etc.): bu V 2 f'
Legal Description of property proposed for rezoning: L��s - a, 3 y S , �U�a�� �efk�^�s d�
Street Address: 9
Presently Zoned: 1Z_ r
Proposed Zoning change to.: Imo— 3
1. Attach a statement to this petition stating why this zoning change is requested.
2. If an entire parcel of land is proposed to be rezoned, submit a map or plat with this
petition showing the land proposed to be rezoned and all lands within 350 feet of its
boundaries.
3. If a portion of a larger parcel of land is proposed to be rezoned, submit a
preliminary plat prepared in accordance with sections 1500.01 through and including
1500.03 of the St. Anthony Code of Ordinances with this petition. A copy of which
is included in this packet.
ature of pscant
Signature of Owner (if different from Applicant)
Date:_ /�'��cI �
Fee: $150.00
CITY OF ST. ANTHONY
APPLICATION FOR SUBDIVISION/PLAT APPROVAL
Applicant: CC'\ � t �enSST. NC Phone:
Address: 0 ?i 3 e
Status of Applicant (Owner, Bu er Renter, Agent, etc.):
Present Legal Description of Property to be Affected:_ Ver V, s /add�� ;-;oa
Proposed Legal Description of Property to be Affected.:
Street Address: opq
Zoning District in Which Property is Located:
Specify Any Necessary Easements:
Area of the Plat/Subdivision:
.Number of Parcels:
Attach a copy of the proposed plat showing the. proposed name of the plat, the
location within the City, the names of the present owners, the scale, the date of
preparation, the northpoint, surrounding property, all public utilities and easements and
other such necessary information or documentation as is requested by the City
Manager or the subdivision/platting ordinance.
0214- 97A * 150000'6K
1-01-1995 0: 12AM FROM P. 2
LARRY BEACH CONST.
6951 Knollwood Dr.
St. Paul, MN 55112
(612) 784-5500
C O N S T R U C
February 14 , 1997
City of St . Anthony
3301 Silver Lake Rd .
St . Anthony , MN 55418
Dear Planning Commission=
Please -consider my request for a 14 ' Rear-Yard Setback Variance .
We would like to keep the building uniform in exterior
appearance . And due to the odd geographical shape of this lot ,
and City ordinances , this would be the reason for my request .
Thank your for your consideration.
Sinc rely Yours ,
Larrysch
Larry Beach Construction
Fee:
(R•1............$ 60.00
Other.........$100-00)
CITY OF ST. ANTHONY
Petition for Variance
Applicant: Gr
Address: rob l l woa l R Phone:
Status of applicant (owner, buyer, renter, agent, etc.):, �O�a r'-
Street address and/or legal description of property petitioned for variance:
Zoning district in which property is located: Q-
Request: la r;u 1f"— 4r &1- � �i�. 44
Minnesota Statutes and City Ordinances require that the following conditions must be
satisfied for approval of this request. Please respond to these conditions using additional
sheets, if necessary.
1. Because of the particular physical surroundings, shape, or topographical
conditions of the parcel of land involved, the proposed variance would relieve an
undue hardship, as distinguished from a mere inconvenience, should the
applicable ordinance be strictly enforced.
2. The purpose of the proposed variance is not based exclusively upon a desire to
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.
3. The alleged difficulty or hardship is caused by City Ordinance and has not been
created by any persons presently having an interest in the parcel of land.
ignatu e f Applicant
01 . 15-97A *325 . 00 'A''
CITY OF ST. ANTHONY
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
REZONING
REPLAT
SETBACK VARIANCE
TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN:
Notice is hereby given that the Planning Commission will hold a public hearing
on Tuesday, February 18, 1997, at 7:05 P.M. or as soon thereafter as possible,
in the Council Chambers of the City Hall, 3301 Silver Lake Road, for the
following purpose:
Applicant: Larry Beach, Beach Construction, Inc., MoundsView,
MN
Address: Lots 2, 3, 4, 5, Block 1, Verkins Addition (29th Avenue
NE and Highway 88)
Proposal: 1) Rezone Verkins Addition from R-1 (single family
residential) to R-3 (townhouse)
2) replat the same to allow for construction of 7
townhomes.
3) 12 foot backyard setback variance for Lot 5, Verkins
Addition.
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
Management Assistant 789-8881. Auxiliary aids are available upon request at
least 96 hours in advance. Please call the City Clerk at 789-8881 to make
arrangements.
Kim Moore-Sykes
Management Assistant
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February 11, 1997
Bill Soth, Attorney at Law
DORSEY & WHITNEY
Pillsbury Center South
220 South Sixth Street
Minneapolis, MN 55402-1498
Dear Bill:
Enclosed is a copy of the survey done for Lots 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5, Block 1, Verkins Addition.
Larry Beach of Beach Construction,-has offered to purchase all of this property from Mrs.
Verkins to construct townhomes.
As you remember, the City received a request from Mrs. Verkins to replat the property so
that she could sell it as buildable single family residential lots. Apparently, her efforts
toward this end have not been too successful. At any rate, Mr. Beach is interested in the
property and intends to build seven townhouses starting at $170,000.
Would you review the enclosed survey and get back to me with your thoughts? We will
be holding the public hearing for rezoning, replatting and one backyard variance on
February 18th.
If you have any questions, please call me at 706-1324. Thanks Bill.
Sincerely,
m oore-Sykes,
Man gement Assistant
City of St. Anthony
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3301 Silver Lake Road, St. Anthon)s Minnesota 55418-1699 Phone(612) 789-8881 FAX(612) 781-9323
I ST NORTHEAST 951 HILLWIND ROAD
SUBURBAN To whom this may concern: FRIDLEY,MN 55492
BUS.(612)571-1010
RESIDENTIAL REAL ESTATE FAX(612)571-6565
Re: Verkins Addition development proposal
City development of vacant or inadequately used property has been a goal of St. Anthony
Village for the past few years and that is exactly why we have chosen this under-used piece of
property to find a buyer that would enhance the intended growth of the Village.
I was involved with Mrs. Mildred Verkins in the initial phase of replatting the property in
an attempt to encourage single family development in the area. Many of you may not realize that
the property was one piece which required separation to accomplish a sale. A factor that you may
not be aware of is the property has been used as rental property for years and the gray home has
four apartments in it and the white home has two apartments. Our only lookers were: one being a
gas station convenience store, another a law firm and a third was a buyer who owned a used truck
lot and he wanted to live in the home with some renters and keep cars out front to sell. I spent
one year trying to find buyers of the lots to encourage building of single family homes. It is not
surprising retired people and those interested in town home living are finding few areas which are
close in or in their home communities with a private settings because these sites have already been
built up with single family homes. This is why this location is ideal for such a development and
not for single family homes.
This brought about the interest of Larry Beach because of his success in building housing
for the maturing population. Several people from St. Anthony approached him about building the
same quality of product in St. Anthony Village as he had built on Silver Lake Rd in Moundsview
and that is where this project evolved from. It appears that the interest is still present since
contacts continue to come in regarding if this project will happen.
Just driving into St. Anthony Village from the South on Highway 88 tells you something
about the city. The two old structures which are on the present sites do not complement the
beauty of the Village. One look at the proposed new structures and the added tax base can only
result in a positive feeling for everyone in the area. Secondly, if you are looking for new families
in the Village they will come when someone living on a quiet street sells their large family home
and relocates into one of these fine one-level town homes. It is so important for many people
who have lived and raised a family to stay in St. Anthony Village. The city of St. Anthony Village
can be proud of the fact that the residents want to stay here and you can be pleased to know that
those same homes that have raised families before will again raise families who will say"We wish
to return and raise our family in St. Anthony".
I encourage you to approve this proposal for it will result in a great addition for St.
Anthony Village and a place for those who wish to stay and help support the community with
their taxes and participation as they have done for many years.
Sirely
Paul Redlinger, Realto
An Independently Owned and Operated Member of Coldwell Banker Residential Affiliates,Inc. Meso
CITY OF ST. ANTHONY
PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA
FEBRUARY 18, 1997
7:00 PM
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
I. CALL TO ORDER.
II. ROLL CALL.
III. APPROVAL OF FEBRUARY 18, 1997 PLANNING COMMISSION
AGENDA.
IV. APPROVAL OF JANUARY 21, 1996 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES.
V. DESIGNATE PLANNING COMMISSION REPRESENTATIVE FOR
FEBRUARY 25, 1997 COUNCIL MEETING.
VI. PUBLIC HEARING.
1. LARRY BEACH; VERKINS ADDITION
A. REZONING
B. REPLATTING
C. BACKYARD SETBACK VARIANCE
VII. OTHER BUSINESS.
1 . .TEFF WIRTH, APACHE MEDICAL BUILDING.
2. PROPOSED LANGUAGE CHANGE TO GROUND SIGN ORDINANCE.
3. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN TASK FORCE UPDATE
VIII. COMMENTS.
IX. ADJOURNMENT.
1 CITY OF ST. ANTHONY .
2 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES
3 JANUARY 21, 1997
4 . I. CALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE.
5 The meeting was called to order and the Pledge of Allegiance was led by Chair Bergstrom at
6 7:00 P.M.
7 H. ROLL CALL.
8 Commissioners present: Chair Bergstrom; Commissioners Franzese, Gondorchin, Horst,
9 Makowske, and Thompson.
10 Commissioners absent: Commissioner Delmonico.
11 Also present: Kim Moore-Sykes, Management Assistant.
12 III. SELECTION OF THE CHAIR AND VICE CHAIR FOR 1997 PLANNING
13. COMMISSION.
14 Motion by Horst, seconded by Franzese, to nominate Douglas Bergstrom as Chair for 1997
15 Planning Commission.
16 Chair Bergstrom called for additional nominations three times. Hearing no additional
17 nominations, Chair Bergstrom.entertained a motion to close the nominations.
18 Motion by Franzese, seconded by Makowske, to close the nominations for Chair.of the 1,997
19 Planning Commission.
20 Motion carried unanimously.
21 Chair Bergstrom accepted the nomination for Chair of the 1997 Planning Commission.
22 Vote on the motion: Franzese, Gondorchin, Horst, Makowske, and Thompson voted aye. Bergstrom.
23 abstained.
24 Motion carried.
25 Motion by Bergstrom, seconded by Franzese, to nominate Chris Makowske as Vice Chair for
26 the 1997 Planning Commission.
27 Chair Bergstrom called for additional nominations three times. Hearing no additional
28 nominations, Chair Bergstrom entertained a motion to close the nominations.
29 Motion by Bergstrom, seconded by Horst, to close the nominations for Vice Chair of the 1997
30 Planning Commission.
31 - Motion carried unanimously.
Planning Commission Regular Meeting Minutes
January 21, 1997
Page 2
1 Commissioner Makowske accepted the nomination for Vice Chair of the 1997 Planning
2 Commission.
3 Vote on the motion: Bergstrom, Franzese, Gondorchin, Horst, and Thompson voted aye. Makowske
4 abstained.
5 Motion carried.
6 Chair Bergstrom thanked Commissioner Thompson for serving as Vice Chair of the 1996
7 Planning Commission.
8 IV. APPROVAL OF JANUARY 21, 1997 PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA.
9 Motion by Gondorchin, seconded by Franzese, to approve the Planning Commission Agenda
10 for January 21, 1997 as presented..
11 Motion carried unanimously.
12 V. APPROVAL OF THE DECEMBER 17, 1996 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
13 MINUTES.
14 Motion by Bergstrom, seconded by Makowske, to approve the December 17, 1996 Planning
15 Commission Meeting minutes with the following changes:
16 Page 2, Lines 28 and 29: Delete sentence beginning with "she" and replace with "She
17 indicated she would vote to ban business ground signs for residences in R-1, R-lA, and R-2
18 districts as she did not feel it benefitted those neighborhoods."
19 Makowske noted he had not yet prepared the Commission consensus as noted on Page 3, Line
20 22 of the December 17, 1996 minutes. He apologized and noted he would prepare the draft
21 prior to the January 28, 1997 City Council Meeting.
22 Motion carried unanimously.
23 VI. DESIGNATE PLANNING COMMISSION REPRESENTATIVE FOR JANUARY 28,
24 1997 COUNCIL MEETING.
25 Commissioner Makowkse was appointed as the Planning Commission representative for the
26 Tuesday, January 28, 1997, City Council Meeting.
27 VI. PUBLIC HEARINGS.
28 1. Amendment to Chapter 16, Section 1635.05 Regrading Minimum Setbacks for
29 Shopping Centers.
30 Chair Bergstrom opened the public hearing at 7:08 P.M.
31 Ms. Moore-Sykes advised the amendment had been revised subject to the City Attorney
32 incorporating some of the items which the Commission had expressed concern and questions
33 of at the November 19, 1996 Planning Commission Meeting.
Planning Commission Regular Meeting Minutes
January 21, 1997
Page 3
1 Ms. Moore-Sykes reported in an attempt to facilitate the redevelopment of commercial areas
2 in St. Anthony, the City proposes to amend Chapter 16, Section 1635.05 of the St. Anthony
3 1993 Code-Ordinances. This change is being proposed to allow for the unique circumstances
4 created by current redevelopment strategies and efforts being utilized in commercial areas.
5 The current setback requirements of the Zoning Ordinance seem to be creating an impediment
6 . to these redevelopment efforts, causing the request of several variances to be granted. It is
7 the intent of the City to allow for the orderly and logical redevelopment of its commercial
8 areas, while at the same time allowing redevelopment to occur in a controlled manner.
9 Ms. Moore-Sykes reported Staff is recommending the approval of the proposed amendment to
10 Chapter 16, Section 1635.05 of the St. Anthony 1993 Code of Ordinances by adding
11 Subdivision 8 and Section 2, Subdivision 27.
12 Chair Bergstrom noted that the requirement of 75,000 square feet of floor area was not
13 included in this amendment. He stated if the requirement was not included in the definition
14 of a shopping center, any center with 4 or more businesses would be able to present a
15 comprehensive signage package. He felt the comprehensive signage package was created for
16 larger shopping centers and may not be warranted for smaller centers with 4 or more
17 businesses.
18 Commissioner Gondorchin noted the 75,000 square foot requirement did appear in other areas
19 of the.Code of Ordinances including Chapter 16, Section 14.04.
20 Commissioner Horst stated he felt the restriction of 4 or more businesses was sufficient. He
21 questioned the detriment of allowing smaller establishments to utilize the comprehensive
22 signage package.
23 Commissioner Gondorchin stated he felt the intent was to address the north and south side of
24 Apache Plaza.
25 Commissioner Makowske noted "strip malls" are included in the comprehensive signage
26 package.
27 Chair Bergstrom closed the public hearing at 7:23 P.M.
28 Motion by Gondorchin, seconded by Bergstrom, to recommend adoption of the proposed
29 amendment to Chapter 16, Section 1635.05 and Section 2, Subdivision 27 of the St. Anthony
30 1993 Code of Ordinances as outlined by Staff and including the addition to the last sentence
31 of Subdivision 8 of, "and a total minimum floor area of 75,000 square feet.
32 Motion carried unanimously.
33 VIII. CONCEPT REVIEW.
34 1. Larry Beach: Verkins Addition.
35 A. Rezoning
Planning Commission Regular Meeting Minutes
January 21, 1997
Page 4
1 B. Replatting
2 C. Backyard Setback Variance
3 Ms. Moore-Sykes reported approximately 18 months ago, this property had been replatted into
4 R-1 single.family lots at the request of the property owner. Late last summer, Mr. Beach
5 presented a proposal to construct townhomes on this property. That proposal required a
6 number of variances. Mr. Beach is-currently presenting a new proposal to replat and rezone
7 the lots to R-3 in order to build townhomes on the property. The current proposal will only
8 require one 12 foot variance for a backyard setback.
9 Mr. Larry Beach reported that originally Mrs. Verkins had worked with Paul Redlinger in an
10 attempt to sell these lots as single family lots. To date, she has experienced no success. Mr.
11 Beach stated he had approached Mrs. Verkins with the proposal of building townhomes as he
12 felt it would be a good use of the land. Mr. Beach noted the proposal would allow for the
13 removal of two homes on the site that are not up to Code and have been used as rental
14 - property for quite some time. He stated he felt R-3 was the right zoning for this property.
15 Mr. Beach reported he was proposing seven townhomes. He noted Mrs. Verkins home would
16 remain on the property. Mr. Beach explained the townhomes on Lots 4 and 5 are smaller
17 than the townhomes on Lots 2 and 3 to fit on the property without requiring a variance. The
18 only variance required is a 12 foot backyard setback variance for Lot 5.
19 Ms. Moore-Sykes noted Staff has verified this will be the only setback variance necessary.
20 Staff has not yet calculated floor area ratio or lot coverage.
21 Mr. Beach reported Hennepin County has given preliminary approval of the proposed curb
22 cuts. He noted a horseshoe driveway and a turnaround will be provided so vehicles will not
23 be required to back out onto Highway 88.
24 Commissioner Franzese complimented Mr. Beach on the homes he had constructed on Silver
25 Lake Road and Townview.
26 Mr. Beach reported the starting price of the townhomes would be $175,000 to $180,000. The
27 units facing Highway 88 would be step down units to accommodate the relief on the lot. Mr.
28 Beach stated his rationale for replatting and rezoning was that this proposal would eliminate
29 two homes which were in bad shape and would provide seven homes instead of three.
30 Commissioner Franzese asked if Mr. Beach felt the highway would affect the price of the
31 townhomes.
32 Mr. Beach stated he did not believe the highway would affect the price due to the horseshoe
33 driveway and the turnaround.
34 Chair Bergstrom noted the area is quite congested on Saturday mornings in the summer due to
35 Little League games. He questioned if people would be tempted to park in the driveway.
is a
Planning Commission Regular Meeting Minutes
January 21, 1997
Page 5
1 Mr. Beach stated a "Private Drive" sign will be installed.
2 Chair Bergstrom commended Mr. Beach for presenting a proposal for an odd shaped lot and
3 only requiring one variance. He noted rezoning from RI to R3 was not something the City
4 does lightly but also is not inconsistent with decisions made previously.
5 Commissioner Gondorchin stated he felt young families were the future of the City of St.
6 Anthony. He stated he was personally against the addition of multi-family buildings in the
7 City, especially on this lot after recently changing the zoning to R-1 for Mrs. Verkins.
8 Mr. Beach stated he felt this was a better zoning for the property since it was located on a
9 busy street. He felt it would be safer to have senior citizens on the lot than young children.
10 IX. COMMENTS.
11 Chair Bergstrom noted the first meeting of the Comprehensive Plan Task Force is scheduled
12 for January 29, 1997 at 7:00 P.M. An agenda has not yet been set. He stated that since it
13 would be the first meeting for many people, he felt it would be appropriate to back up and
14 give those people the opportunity to comment and make additions to the ideas already
15 received.
16 Chiar Bergstrom stated he would like some concrete issues to be discussed at the meeting
17 including the possibility of the City facilitating low interest loans for home improvements,
18 construction of a bandshell, redesigning of Central Park, etc.
19 Chair Bergstrom noted the City Council has appointed Robin Bednarz Rovick to the
20 Comprehensive Task Force as a resident-at-large.
21 Commissioner Gondorchin stated that at one point in time the Sports Boosters had ear-marked
22 an amount of money for the redesign of Central Park and the ballfields. He noted it was his
- 23 understanding that if the money was not spent on this project, it would be spent elsewhere.
24 He questioned if and how the money had been spent.
25 There was Commission direction for Staff to check on this item.
26 Commissioner Gondorchin stated he was disappointed that there was no output from the Joint
27 Meeting with the City Council regarding the Comprehensive Plan Update.
28 Ms. Moore-Sykes stated it was her understanding that a compilation of the results of that
29 Meeting would be provided on January 29, 1997. She noted Suzanne has also been gathering
30 facts about the City such as information on the streets, utilities, past Comprehesive Plan,
31 Metroplitan Council Livable Communities Housing Plan and the Water Plan.
32 There was Commission direction to Staff to try to obtain a compilation of the results of the
33 Joint Meeting prior to the meeting on January 29, 1997.
Planning Commission Regular Meeting Minutes
January 21, 1997
Page 6
1 Chair Bergstrom asked if Staff had requested a Master Development Plan for Apache Plaza
2 from OPUS.
3 Ms. Moore-Sykes stated she had been attempting to reach Mr. Scott but had not been in
4 contact with him at this point.
5 There was Commission direction for Staff to send a letter to Mr. Scott requesting a Master
6 Development Plan. This will be utilized by the Planning Commission to make decisions as
7 Apache Plaza continues to develop.
8 Commissioner Gondorchin stated he was disappointed with the Beach proposal. He noted the
9 property had been rezoned to accommodate single-family housing without the need of any
10 variances and he did not feel the Beach proposal was the best use of the property. He stated
11 he would vote against approval of the proposal.
12 Commissioner Franzese stated she felt the lettering on the new City Hall/Community Center
13 was ghastly, atrocious, unattractive and detracts from the building rather than enhancing it.
14 She stated she felt the logo should be included on the building.
15 Commissioner Gondorchin and Horst stated they agreed with Commissioner Franzese.
16 Commissioner Makowske stated he was also concerned with the design of the lettering on the
17 new building. He noted however, he had been inside the new building and was impressed
18 with the interior.
19 Commissioner Horst stated after reviewing the housing code and considering taxes and what
20 can and can't be done with the Verkins Property, he felt the Beach proposal could be the best
21 option for the property.
22
23 X. ADJOURNMENT.
24 Motion by Horst, seconded by Thompson, to adjourn the meeting at 8:15 P.M.
25 Motion carried unanimously.
26 Respectfully submitted,
27 Lorri Kopischke
28 TimeSaver Off Site Secretarial
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STAFF REPORT
DATE: February 1.8, 1997
TO: Planning Commission Members
FROM: Kim Moore-Sykes, Management Assistant
ITEM: Apache Medical Building .
On February 5, 1997, Larry Hammer.and I had a meeting with Jeff Wirth regarding the
Apache Medical building. As part of the discussion, Mr. Wirth asked if the City would
consider changing the City Ordinance to allow other healthcare businesses in the building,
such as bio-medical research laboratories. He indicated that he has had several requests
from various bio-medical testing labs who are looking for facilities such as the Apache
Medical building.
Many of these companies are interested in only research or diagnostic testing-and not with
the manufacturing of a product. While these uses are not currently allowed in the
commercial zoning district, where the Apache Medical building is located,the type of use
Mr. Wirth was talking about are allowed in the City's industrial zoning district.
He is asking that the City consider expanding Section 1635, Subd. 1635.02;(eee) to include
laboratories for medical research and testing.
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Phone(612)379-5336
Fax(612)379-5353
February 11, 1997
Ms. Kim Moor-Sykes
City of St. Anthony
3301 Silver Lake Rd.
St. Anthony, MN 55418
Dear Kim:
Thank you for spending time with me on last Wednesday at the city hall. We intend to
rent a space (714 square feet)at the lower level of Apache Medical and Professional
Center located at 4001 Stinson Boulevard. The space will be used to setup our main
business office and basic facilities. We will refine and control an innovative clinical
diagnostic procedure to be used by medical doctors. I believe that Apache Medical and
Professional Center fits the nature of our business, and that our business complies all
• zoning codes and ordinance based upon our conversation. We will fully cooperate with
you for any regulations you may have regarding our business.
Thank you for your consideration.
Sincerely,
Lin Yan
President and CEO
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2 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
3 JANUARY 14, 1997
4 I. CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL.
5 The meeting was called to order at 7:00 P.M. followed by the Pledge of Allegiance led by Mayor
6 Ranallo.
7 H. ROLL CALL.
8 Councilmembers Present: Ranallo, Marks,Enrooth, Wagner and Faust.
9 Also Present: City Manager Michael Morrison.
10 Councilmembers Absent: None.
11 III. APPROVAL OF JANUARY 14, 1997 CITY COUNCIL AGENDA.
12 Motion by Marks, second by Enrooth to approve the January 14, 1997 Council Agenda with the
13 following change:
14 Under VI. Presentation of Claims: Move Item E.Northwest Youth& Family Services in the
15 amount of$2,500.00 to follow Item K. and be considered separately.
16 Motion carried unanimously.
17 IV. APPROVAL OF DECEMBER 18, 1996 TRUTH IN TAXATION MEETING MINUTES.
18 Motion by Wagner, second by Marks to approve the December 18, 1996 Truth in Taxation
19 Meeting Minutes as presented.
20 Motion carried unanimously.
21. V. APPROVAL OF DECEMBER 18, 1996 REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
22 MINUTES.
23 Motion by Marks, second by Enrooth to approve the December 18, 1996 Regular City Council
24 Meeting Minutes with the following change:
25 Page,6,Delete Lines 16, 17 and 18 and replace with"City Attorney Soth noted in his letter of
26 December 16, 1996,he concluded that the Council must determine whether it is willing to enter
27 into a firm contract for all of the equipment and software for two stores and that the Council
28 should not award the contract for one store only, because-it was not bid in the alternative for one
29 store."
30 Motion carried unanimously.
31 VI. LICENSES/PERMITS/PETITIONS.
32 Motion by Marks, second by Wagner to approve the following licenses:
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1 Contractors License:
2 Twin Cities Sign Images, Inc., Maple Grove, MN/working at CUB
3 Ohman Corporation, Robbinsdale, MN/working at Coast to Coast
4 Norquist Sign Company, Minneapolis, MN/working at Nativity Lutheran Church
5 Heatina.License:
6 Heating
Mechanical Inc., Andover, MN/working at 2914-36th Avenue N.E.
7 Allied Fireside, dba: Fireside Corner, Inc., Roseville, MN/working at 3308 Skycroft
8 Drive
9 Motion carried unanimously.
10 VII. PRESENTATION OF CLAIMS.
11 Motion by Marks, second by Enrooth to approve the following claims:
12
13 A. Firstar in the amount of$40,016.25 for St. Anthony GO Improvement Bond dated August
14 1, 1993 -roads.
15 B. Firstar in the amount of$38,935.00 for St. Anthony 1994B GO Improvement Bonds
16 dated June 1, 1994 -roads.
17 C. Firstar in the amount of$22;675.50 for St. Anthony GO Improvement Bond dated March
18 1, 1995 -roads.
19 D. Dorsey& Whitney in theamount of$1,268.76 for legal services rendered through
20 November 30, 1996.
21 F. BRW. Inc. in the amount of$939.30 for professional services rendered for the period
22 ending November 30, 1996 for the City of St. Anthony Comprehensive Plan.
23 G. Braun Intertec in the amount of$2,350.00 for professional services rendered through
24 November 29, 1996 for 1997 Street/Storm Sewer Improvement.
25 H. Rieke Carroll Muller Associates. Inc. in the amount of$1,646.10 for professional services
26 rendered from October 27, 1996 to November 30, 1996 for 1997 Street/Watermain
27 Improvements Final Design/Bidding.
28 I. Hennepin County in the amount of$338.68 for mailing of the 1997 Truth in Taxation
29 Notices.
30 J. United Systems Technology. Inc. in the amount of$12,573.59 for Police computer
31 software and hardware for the new City Hall/Community Center.
32 K. 6 pages of Verified Claims as presented by the Finance Director.
33
34 City Manager Morrison noted the amount for United Systems Technology, Inc. is included in the
35 budget and will come out of the Capital Plan Fund.
36
37 Motion carried unanimously.
38 Motion by Marks, second by Wagner to approve the following claim:
39 E. Northwest Youth& Family Services in the amount of$2,500.00 for 1997 payment.
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1 Mayor Ranallo stated he was opposed to this payment as he felt the funds could be better utilized
2 in St. Anthony rather than outside of the area.
3 Voting on the Motion:
4 Aye: Enrooth, Faust, Marks, and Wagner
5 Nay: Ranallo
6 Motion carried.
7 VIII. REPORTS.
8 A. Councilmembers.
9 Councilmember Wagner reported his attendance at a recent meeting of the St. Anthony
10 Merchants Association. The Association is currently making long range plans for summer
11 activities.
12 Wagner reported his attendance at a Healthy Community/Healthy Youth meeting this morning.
13 The group is close to making arrangements for the hire of a coordinator. They are attempting to
14 hire Judy Santos, the coordinator who worked with the Southern Anoka County Consortium.
15 However, she is only available for a few hours per week. Another person from St. Anthony,who
16 is very willing and eager but does not have a lot of experience, will be hired to work with Ms.
17 Santos for a trial period of time. After the trial period of approximately 3 to 6 months, one or the
18 other will take over as the coordinator. Wagner reported the other Task Forces of the Healthy
19 Community/Healthy Youth are also moving forward.
20 Councilmember Enrooth reported the first meeting of the VillageFest Committee will be held on
21 January 27, 1997.
22 Councilmember Marks reported his attendance at a.meeting of the Sister City Committee. On
23 January 15, 1997, Mr. Kinsey and his wife are traveling to Finland to make arrangements for the
24 Teacher Exchange Program. They will be in Salo, Finland for five days. Mr. Kinsey will be
25 attempting to resolve timing issues of the visit.
26 Marks reported the Sister City Committee is also making arrangements for the band which will
27 be visiting from Finland in approximately one year.
28 Marks reported the Sister City Committee is attempting to determine ways to raise funds to pay
29 for the expanded activities of the group. This may result in the ultimate reorganizing of the
30 Committee. They are currently investigating becoming a 501(3)(c) and looking at model
31 ordinances they have collected over the past few years.
32 Mayor Ranallo asked the means of funding for the Kinsey's trip to Finland.
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1 Marks reported Mr. Kinsey is paying for the trip himself as he wants the funds donated to the
2 Committee to go directly for the Teacher Exchange Program.
3 B. Mayor.
4 Mayor Ranallo reported a letter he received from Barry Tedlund stating he is interested in a
5 farewell program to the current City Hall/Community Center before it is demolished. Mr.
6 Tedlund stated he is willing to help with the program. Mayor Ranallo reported he spoke with
7 Mr. Tedlund and suggested he contact Kim Johnson, as he has also expressed interest. Mayor
8 Ranallo also suggested Bonnie Brever be contacted in regard to such an event.
9 There was Council consensus to direct City Manager to contact Bonnie Brever in regard to a
10 farewell event at the City Hall/Community Center to be organized by the School District.
11 Mayor Ranallo noted unicycles were scheduled to use the new gymnasium. He reported tricycles
12 were used in the gymnasium and they left black marks on the floor. He questioned if the
13 unicycles would leave even worse marks on the floor.
14 Mornson stated the group would be meeting in the old gymnasium until February 1, 1997 and he
15 would do further investigating prior to that time.
16 Mayor Ranallo reported his attendance at a Cable Commission meeting earlier this month. He
17 reported the Commission was planning to file an injunction against U.S. West but has delayed
18 this action as they will be meeting with representatives of U.S. West to try to resolve the issues.
19
20 C. City Manager.
21 City Manager Momson reported Staff will be moving into the new building and training on the
22 new phone system on Thursday and Friday of this week. They plan to be open for business on
23 January 21, 1997. The police department will delay their move for one week to.allow the
24 computer system to be installed and set up.
25 Mornson reported most of the audio visual equipment is in the building,but not yet in place.
26 Further installation will be delayed 2-3 weeks until the counter top for the Council bench and the
27 podium are installed.
28 Mornson reported he had met today with Bonnie Brever and Bob Foster in regard to the new City
29 Hall/Community Center Dedication Ceremony. He noted a list of invitations which would be
30 sent for the Ceremony. He noted the dedication itself, will be held in the entryway, with the
31 Council Chamber and multi-purpose area open for overflow. There will be a small stage to be
32 utilized by Bob Foster,the Pastor to lead prayer, and the Mayor to make his remarks.
33 There was Council consensus that special seating and special parking arrangements will not be
34 made for any of the guests.
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1 Morrison reported Ms. Brever or Mr. Foster will contact the Tri-City Legion to ask if they will
2 donate a flag to be raised at the Ceremony, possibly by the Boy Scouts or Girl Scouts. Key
3 chains have been ordered and will be distributed by the Mayor as guests enter the building.
4 Councilmembers will be present to escort a group of ten residents on a tour including the
5 conference room and the Council Chambers,where representatives of each department will have
6 a display. Along with a DARE display by the police department and fire prevention by the fire
7 department, Bonnie Brever will have a 50th Anniversary Celebration display and a book
8 containing articles related to the history of the new building will be created. The multi-purpose
9 room will be used for serving food which will include coffee, cookies, and pop. Morrison
10 reported Ms. Brever may ask the Kiwanis to help serve and clean up in the multi-purpose room..
11 Staff is making arrangements for additional coat racks and a roll of carpet will be laid in the gym.
12 Morrison reported there will be a news release in the paper announcing the Dedication
13 Ceremony. It will be listed in the City Newsletter, and the Chamber will be advertising the
14 event. NativityLutheran Church will be asked to allow for additional parking and police
15 reserves will be asked to direct traffic. Morrison noted he and Mayor Ranallo will be making a
16 presentation to the Chamber on January 21, 1997 and inviting members to attend the Dedication
17 Ceremony.
18 Morrison reported the school will be asked to play at the Ceremony from 1:00 to 2:00 P.M., the
19 Orchestra from 2:30 to 4:00 P.M. and the National Anthem will be sung.
20 Mayor Ranallo explained the keychain distributed to guests will have a picture of the new City
21 Hall/Community Center on one side and will read`Building Dedication, January 22, 1997," on
22 the other side. A basic key will be included on the chain.
23 Momson reported the second replacement police officer has been hired. Both new officers may
24 be present at the January 28, 1997 City Council Meeting for introduction. A part-time office
25 worker has also been hired to assist the Receptionist/Licensing Clerk and the Utility Billing
26 Clerk and to help with the reservation of space in the new building.
27 Morrison noted the first Comprehensive Plan Meeting has been rescheduled to Wednesday,
28 January 29, 1997 at 7:00 P.M.
29
30 IX. PUBLIC HEARING -None. '
31
32 X. NEW BUSINESS.
33 A. Resolution 97-001. re: Designate Mayor Pro Tem.
34 Motion by Marks, second by Wagner to approve Resolution 97-001, designating Richard
35 Enrooth as Mayor Pro Tem for the calendar year of 1997.
36 Mayor Ranallo thanked Councilmember Enrooth for serving as Mayor Pro Tem for the
37 year of 1996.
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1 Voting on the Motion:
2 Aye: Faust, Marks, Ranallo, and Wagner
3 Abstained: Enrooth
4 Motion carried.
5 B. .._....Resolution 97-002.re: Specify City Personnel to Make Financial Transfers. Deposits and
6 Transactions for the City.
7 Motion by Marks, second by Enrooth to approve Resolution 97-002, specifying Mayor
8 (Clarence J. Ranallo), City Manager(Michael J. Mornson);and Finance Director(Roger
9 A. Larson, Sr.) as persons authorized to make certain transactions regarding City
10 financial accounts.
11 Motion carried unanimously.
12 C. Resolution 97-003. re: Designate to Legal Newspaper.
13 Motion by Wagner, second by Marks to approve Resolution 97-003, designating the St.
14 Anthony Bulletin as the legal newspaper for the calendar year of 1997.
15 Mayor Ranallo thanked the St. Anthony Bulletin for their service and expressed
16 appreciation for their representation at the City Council meetings.
17 Motion carried unanimously.
18 D. Resolution 97-004. re: Public Improvement Cut-Off Date.
19 Motion by Marks, second by Wagner to approve Resolution 97-004, establishing March
20 15, 1997, as the cut-off date for receiving petitions for public improvements to be
21 included in the 1997 Construction Program.
22 Motion carried unanimously.
23
24 E. Resolution 97-005.re: Designate Official Depository for City Funds.
25 Motion by Enrooth, second by Marks to approve 97-005, designating Firstar St. Anthony
26 Bank the official depository for City funds until December 31, 1997.
27 Motion carried unanimously.
28 F. Resolution 97-006, re: Designate Public Health Officer.
29 Motion by Marks, second by Faust to approve Resolution 97-006, designating Dr.
30 William Carr as the Public Health Officer for the City of St. Anthony.
31 Motion carried unanimously.
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1 G. Resolutions 97-007 through 97-011. re: Mayor and Councilmembers Participation in
2 Outside Organizations.
3 Motion by Marks, second by Faust to approve Resolution 97-007 through 97-01.1,
4 acknowledging Mayor Clarence Ranallo as a participant in outside organizations
5 including North Suburban Cable Television Commission, St. Anthony Chamber of
6 Commerce, and Alternate to St. Anthony Merchants; Councilmember George Marks as a
7 participant in the St. Anthony Orchestra, Sister Cities and Light Rail Transit;
8 Councilmember Richard Enrooth as a participant in the Association of Metropolitan
9 Municipalities, Alternate to North Suburban Cable Television Commission, and
10 VillageFest, Inc.; Councilmember George Wagner as a participant in the St. Anthony
11 Merchants, Kiwanis, and Community Services Advisory Council; and, Councilmember
12 Jerry Faust as a participant in the League of Minnesota Cities (State Legislative Policy
13 Committee) and Friends of the Library.
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14 Motion carried unanimously.
15 H. Resolution 97-012. re: Approve Submittal of 1997 Hennepin County Municipal
16 RecyclingGrant.
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17' Motion by Marks, second by Wagner to approve Resolution 97=012, approving submittal
18 of the 1997 Hennepin County Municipal Recycling Grant Application.
19 Motion carried unanimously.
20 I. Resolution 97-013. re: Approve Submittal of 1997 Ramsey County SCORE Funding
21 Grant Application.
22 Motion by Wagner, second by Faust to approve Resolution 97-013, approving submittal
23 of the 1997 Ramsey County SCORE Funding Grant Application and entering into a
24 contract for this program.
25 Motion carried unanimously.
26 J. Resolution 97-014. re: Call Hearing for 1997 Street and Utility Improvements.
27 Motion by Marks, second by Wagner to approve.Resolution 97-014, calling a hearing on
28 1997 Street and Utility Improvements for February 11, 1997, in the Council Chambers of
29 the City Hall at 7:00 P.M., or as soon thereafter as possible.
30 Motion carried unanimously.
31 K. Resolution 97-015 re: Costs and Order Proposed Assessment for 1997 Street and Utility
32 Improvements.
33 Motion by Marks, second by Wagner to approve Resolution 97-015; declaring cost to be
34 assessed and ordering preparation of proposed assessment.
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1 Motion carried unanimously.
2 L. Resolution 97-016. re: Call Hearing on Proposed Assessment for 1997 Street and Utility
3 Improvements.
4 Motion by Marks, second by Wagner to approve Resolution 97-016, calling a hearing on
5 proposed assessment for 1997 Street and Utility Improvements for February 11, 1997, in
6 the City Council Chambers at 7:00 P.M., or as soon thereafter as possible.
7 Motion carried unanimously.
8 M. Set Date for Board of Review.
9 Motion by Marks, second by Enrooth to set the date for Board of Review for April 8,
10 1997, at 7:30 P.M. The Regular City Council meeting scheduled for that evening will
11 begin at 6:30 P.M.
12 Motion carried unanimously.
13 Mayor Ranallo recessed the City Council Meeting to hold the HRA Meeting and to interview 4
14 Planning Commission applicants at 7:45 P.M.
15 Mayor Ranallo reconvened the City Council Meeting at 8:53 P.M.
16
17 N. Interview 4 Planning`Commission Applicants.
18 Motion by Marks, second by Enrooth to reappoint Jim Gondorchin and Dick Horst to the
19 Planning Commission and that Robin Bednarz Rovick be named to the Comprehensive Plan
20 Task Force.
21 Motion carried unanimously.
22
23 X. UNFINISHED BUSINESS -None.
24 XI. ADJOURNMENT.
25 Motion by Marks, second by Wagner to adjourn the meeting at 8:55 P.M.
26 Motion carried unanimously.
27 Respectfully submitted,
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2 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
3 JANUARY 28, 1997
4 I. CALL TO ORDERIROLL CALL.
5 The meeting was called to order at 7:00 P.M. followed by the Pledge of Allegiance led by Mayor
6 Ranallo.
7 II. ROLL CALL.
8 Councilmembers Present: Ranallo, Marks, Enrooth, Wagner and Faust.
9 Also Present: City Manager Michael Mornson
10 Councilmembers Absent:None.
11 III. APPROVAL OF JANUARY 28, 1997 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA.
12 Motion by Marks second by Wagner to approve the January 28, 1997 Council.Agenda as
13 presented.
14 Motion carried unanimously.
15 IV. APPROVAL OF JANUARY 14, 1997 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING.
16 Motion by Marks second by Enrooth to approve the January 14, 1997 Regular Council Meeting
17 Minutes as presented.
18 Motion carried unanimously.
19 V. LICENSES/PERMITS/PETITIONS.-None.
20 VI. PRESENTATION OF CLAIMS.
21 Motion by Marks second by Enrooth to approve the following claims:
22
23 A. Foster, Ojile. Wentzell &Brever in the amount of$2,600.00 for professional services
24 rendered through December 23, 1996.
25 B. Rieke Carroll Muller Associates. Inc. in the amount of$983.37 for professional services
26 rendered from December 1, 1996 to December 28, 1996, for the 1997 street/watermain
27 improvements final design and bidding.
28 C. Hessian.McKasy& Soderbere in the amount of$5,000.00 for Schnitzer Iron and Metal
29 MERLA Site Group Assessment.
30 D. Four pages of Verified Claims as presented by the Finance Director.
31 In response to Councilmember Faust, City Manager Mornson explained the Police Department
32 clothing allowance is paid at the beginning of the year.
33 Motion carried unanimously.
34 VII. REPORTS.
35 A. Designation of Knights of Columbus Tootsie Roll Day
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1 Joe Check, Fridley Knights of Columbus, stated this is his first year to chair the Tootsie Roll
2 Fund Drive. He reviewed the communities they will solicit and advised that last year;they raised
3 $13,192.03 which was distributed among seven organizations. Mr. Check requested permission
4 to solicit St. Anthony businesses to distribute Tootsie Rolls and stated he hopes residents will
5 donate to this chanty drive April 25 to 27, 1997.
6 Motion by Marks, second by Wagner to approve the Knights of Columbus Tootsie Roll Day
7 Fund Drive from April 25 to 27, 1997.
8 Motion carried unanimously.
9 Mayor Ranallo thanked Mr. Check for his volunteer work towards this project. Mr. Check
10 announced this Knights of Columbus has collected more funds than any other in the State.
11 B. Planning Commission-January 21, 1997
12 Planning Commissioner Chris Makowske was present to report on the issues addressed at the
13 January 21, 1997 Planning Commission meeting. He reported the Planning Commission held an
14 election for Chair and Vice Chair in January and, once again, will be under the able chairship of
15 Doug Bergstrom and he was selected as Vice-Chair,both by unanimous decisions.
16 1. Public hearing on proposed Ordinance regarding minimum setbacks and signs in
17 shopping centers.
18 Commissioner Makowske explained this amendment was considered to allow for the unique
19 circumstances created by current redevelopment strategies and efforts being utilized in
20 commercial areas. It was noted the current setback requirements of the Zoning Ordinance seem
21 to be creating an impediment to these redevelopment efforts, causing the request of several
22 variances to be granted. Commissioner Makowske advised the Planning Commission
23 recommends adoption of the proposed amendment with a revision to the definition of a shopping
24 center to include the area of 75,000 square feet. He noted Apache Plaza is the only use that
25 would fit the definition of"shopping center" and it is believed this amendment will alleviate
26 problems experienced with variance requests.
27 Marks noted the Council had discussed this at length last autumn and indicated he supports
28 adoption.
29 Commissioner Makowske advised no one attended the public hearing to speak against it.
30 Commissioner Makowske reported the Planning Commission is also working on a proposal to
31 respond to staff concerns which were brought up at the December, 1996 meeting regarding
32 signage since ground signs are currently allowed in any zoning district including Rl,RIA, and
33 R2. The Planning Commission discussed this at length in December and in January realized
34 additional information was needed. However, it was the consensus of the Planning Commission
35 to remove R1, RIA, and R2 districts from the list which currently allows ground signs. He
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1 reviewed the permitted uses which would remain within these zoning districts, such as churches,
2 schools, etc., and noted the ordinance still provides the opportunity for identification signs of up
3 to four square feet.
4 In response to Councilmember Faust, Commissioner Makowske noted there may be an existing
5 sign for the dentist. He explained that state licensed facilities may have some exemption as well
6 and advised-the Planning Commission.will make a recommendation on proposed language.
7- Commissioner Makowske reported the Planning Commission conducted a concept review of the
8 Larry Beach Townhome proposal for Verkins Addition at Highway 88 and 29th Avenue. The
9 proposal is to rezone the property to R-3, replat for seven townhomes, and grant a 12-foot
10 backyard setback variance.
11 Mayor Ranallo asked if the developer's concept includes discussing this proposal with residents
12 in the area. Commissioner Makowske advised the developer has indicated he would hold a
13 meeting with residents. Mayor Ranallo commented on the importance of starting out right with
14 residents and allow them to provide input.
15 B. Councilmembers.
16 Councilmember Wagner reported on the Health Youth Healthy Community interviews for a
17 coordinator to work four to five hours per week and a resident coordinator to work 15 hours per
18 week. He advised they are planning to have a display during the upcoming open house to
19 interest residents in what is going on.
20 Councilmember Faust reported on the School District's visioning plan meeting which he attended
21 at the school to brainstorm on the strengths of the School District. He advised those in
22 attendance agreed on the importance of cooperation between the school and City and how that
23 pertains to the community center. He reported they also discussed how volunteerism ties into the
24 City and school to mutually support each other and get a"big bang for the buck." Faust reported
25 on other issues of discussion including new graduation standards, restructuring the school day,
26 and option for year-round school. He advised those in attendance were very opened-minded to
27 that issue and breaking out of the paradigm. .Faust stated he thinks changes will be made in the
28 future because education demands it for the children.
29 Councilmember Marks noted the Chairman of the Board.of Directors for the St. Anthony
30 Orchestra is Chris Makowske who is also the Vice Chair of the St. Anthony Planning
3.1 Commission..He advised the Orchestra's plans are going well for the Open House.
32 Councilmember Enrooth reported on the good turnout at the VillageFest meeting and their plan
33 to have a table at the Open House to inform attendees of VillageFest and get new volunteers. He
34 advised a chairperson was not-yet selected.
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1 Enrooth noted the distribution of the Minneapolis Environmental Coordinating Team Report,
2 copies of which were provided to members.
3 D. Ci1y Manager.
4 City Manager Mornson reported on the move into the new City Hall building and that the Police
5 Department computers were connected to the main line today and they will move in next week.
6 He advised he authorized change orders from Sterling Electronic to lower the Council Chamber
7 television monitors somewhat and address several other issues. Momson reported Lee Mahrer is
8 doing a great job with-the electronics and reviewed how-presentations can be displayed on the
9 television monitors.
10 Mornson stated no plaques have been placed on the walls of the Council Chambers to provide an
11 opportunity for the Council to determine how those items should be displayed. He reported it
12 has been suggested the St. Anthony logo be placed behind the Council dias and possibly.remove
13 the outside sign and replacing it with the City's logo.
14 Mornson reviewed plans for the building dedication which is scheduled for February 22, 1997,
15 and distributed instructions for the new phone system and direct telephone numbers to
16 department heads.
17 Mayor Ranallo stated he will recommend to not approve the bill to Graus Construction. He
18 noted this contract was let in September of 1995 with ground breaking in October but there are
19 many outstanding issues remaining. Mayor Ranallo reported on comments he received that the
20 City improved its image but the quality of the new City Hall left a lot to be desired. He noted the
21 poor workmanship and quality of the storage room floor which is already showing cracks,the
22 uphill slant in the front corridor,need to replace the bathroom tiles, and floor in the area of the
23 Police Department. Mayor Ranallo pointed out the contractor was asked to not work during
24 winter months due to the Council's concern of quality. Also, the Council Chamber partitions are
25 still not here and they could have been ordered in September of 1995. Mayor Ranallo noted the
26 lighting of the Council Chambers is quite low and inquired regarding the ability to televise. Mr.
27 Mahrer agreed it is not quite ideal. Mayor Ranallo emphasized the Council had asked for state-
28 of-the-art but it does not appear that is the case with the lighting in the Council Chambers. He
29 pointed out this is a$3.5 million building but the workmanship is questionable to poor.
30 Enrooth agreed and pointed out the City will have to"live with"this building forever so things
31 need to be corrected now.
32 Since this is really an HRA matter, Marks suggested the Council tour those things prior to the
33 HRA meeting. Mornson concurred and advised he would also like the Council's input regarding
34 entryway rugs.
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1 Wagner suggested the Council consider what the center corridor area should be named prior to it
2 being named by default. Mayor Ranallo concurred and requested the Council give this some
3 thought for future discussion.
4 Mornson noted the first Comprehensive Plan Task Force meeting is scheduled for tomorrow,
5 night with Councilmembers Wagner and Faust on that committee. He distributed meeting notes
6 from the joint meeting held between the Council and Planning Commission and advised letters
7 were sent to all churches and organizations but, as yet, no one has responded. .
8 Mornson noted the need to develop a Stormwater Management Plan and advised that proposals
9 were sent to various engineering firms.
10 Mornson advised the Council of the Larry Beach project which proposes seven townhomes and
11 will involve three public hearings.
12 IX. NEW BUSINESS.
13 A. . Ordinance 1997-0001 re: Minimum setbacks and signs in shopping centers 1st reading)
14 Motion by Marks, second by Enrooth to approve 1st reading of Ordinance 1997-0001,
15 relating to minimum setbacks and signs in shopping centers.
16 Motion carried unanimously.
17 Mayor Ranallo introduced Peter Habenczius from Hungry who will enroll.at St. Johns College to
18 become a priest.
19 X. UNFINISHED BUSINESS -None.
20 XI. ADJOURNMENT.
21 Motion by Marks, second by Wagner to adjourn the meeting at 7:43 P.M.
22 Motion carried unanimously.
23 Respectfully submitted,
24 Carla Wirth
25 TimeSaver Off Site Secretarial
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27 Mayor
28 ATTEST:
29 City Clerk