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CITY OF ST. ANTHONY
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA
JUNE 17, 2003
7 p.m., Council Chambers
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. ROLL CALL
4. PUBLIC INPUT
Individuals may address the Planning Commission about any item not included on the regular
agenda. Speakers are requested to come to the podium, state their name and address for the
Clerk's record, and limit their remarks to five minutes.
5. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
6.. MEETING MINUTES
6.1 Review and Approve Planning Commission Minutes of May 20, 2003
7. COMMUNICATION WITH CITY COUNCIL
7.1 Designate a Planning Commissioner to the June 24, 2003 City Council Meeting
8. PUBLIC HEARINGS
8.1 Dave Stepan, 2813 36th Avenue NE, Side Yard Variance Request
9. CONCEPT PLAN REVIEWS
9.1 Concept Design Review of Stonehouse Redevelopment Plan
9.2 Concept Design Review of Proposed Public Works Facility Plan
9.3 Concept Design Review of Proposed Fire Station Plan
10. INFORMATION AND DISCUSSION
11. ANNOUNCEMENTS
12. ADJOURNMENT
1 CITY OF ST. ANTHONY
2
3 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
4
5 May 20, 2003
6 7:00 p.m.
7
8
9 I. CALL TO ORDER
10 Acting Chair Stille called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
11
12 II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE.
13 Acting Chair Stille invited the Council and the audience to join in the Pledge of Allegiance.
14
15 III. ROLL CALL.
16 Commissioners present: Acting Chair Stille, Commissioners Hanson, Hoska, Steeves,
17 Stromgren, and Tillman.
18 Absent: Chair Melsha.
19 Also present: Assistant City Manager Susan Hall.
20
21 IV. PUBLIC INPUT.
22 Glen Gavick, 2605 Lowry Avenue, questioned if there would be any planning discussion on the
23 proposed LaNel building at this meeting. Ms. Hall stated this would be coming through at the
24 July meeting.
25
26 Hearing no further comments, Acting Chair Stille moved forward with the agenda.
27
28 V. APPROVAL OF AGENDA.
29 Susan Hall noted the Council meeting would be held on May 28, 2003 and not May 27, 2003 as
30 stated_ on the agenda.
31
32 Motion by Acting Chair Stille, second by Commissioner Tillman, to approve the meeting agenda
33 with the change above.
34
35 Motion carried unanimously.
36
37 VI. MEETING MINUTES.
38 6.1 Review and Approval Planning Commission Minutes of April 15, 2003.
39 Motion by Commissioner Hanson, second by Commissioner Hoska, to approve the Planning
40 Commission meeting minutes of April 15, 2003.
41
42 Motion carried unanimously.
43
44 VII. COMMUNICATION WITH CITY COUNCIL.
45 7.1 Designate a Planning Commission member to the May 28, 2003 City Council Meeting.
46 Acting Chair Stille indicated that Commissioner Stromgren was available to attend the next City
47 Council meeting on May 27, 2003.
Planning Commission Meeting Minutes
May 20, 2003
Page 2
1 VIII. PUBLIC HEARINGS.
2 8.1 Amend the Zoning Code to Allow Pawnbrokers and Secondhand Goods Dealers as
3 Conditional Uses in Commercial Districts.
4 Acting Chair Stille opened the public hearing at 7:05 p.m.
5
6 Ms. Hall noted that the Planning Commission was holding a public hearing to amend Section
7 1635.03 of the City's Zoning Code to allow for pawnbrokers and secondhand dealers to operate as a
8 conditional use in Commercial districts within the City. She stated this was necessary because you
9 would not pass an ordinance allowing pawnbrokers as a conditional use without guidelines in place
10 in Section 566 to regulate pawnbrokers.
11
12 Ms.Hall stated in regard to the pawnshop and secondhand good ordinance,the City will also need to
13 amend Chapter 6 of the City Code relating to fees. Both the pawnbroker and secondhand dealer
14 ordinance reference Section 615 of the City Code as establishing an investigation fee and license fee.
15 Ms.Hall referred to the proposed ordinance amending 615,which establishes such fees.She noted it
16 was not necessary for the Planning Commission to consider this ordinance, as it is not a zoning
17 matter. However to be complete, the Planning Commission should review the proposed fee
18 ordinance and forward it onto the City Council. The fees were researched and recommended by
19 Captain John Ohl of the Police Department.
20
21 Ms.Hall explained that on April 15,2003 Planning Commission meeting,a public hearing was held
22 on the pawnbrokers and secondhand dealers ordinances. She stated there was no public.comment at
23 the public hearing.
24
25 Ms. Hall indicated staff recommends that the Planning Commission take public comment on the
26 zoning amendment and then refer it onto the City Council as recommended adoption. Ms. Hall
27 explained the recommended ordinances, zoning code amendment, and fees will be considered by
28 the City Council on May 28, 2003.
29
30 Hearing no public comment, Acting Chair Stille closed the public hearing at 7:06 p.m.
31
32 Acting Chair Stille indicated at last months meeting, this was discussed at length and referred the
33 Commission's rationale for this amendment to the March meeting minutes and comments from
34 the Police Chief.
35
36 Motion by Acting Chair Stille, second by Commissioner Tillman, to amend Ordinance Section
37 1635.03 of the Zoning Code to Allow Pawnbrokers and Secondhand Good Dealers as
38 Conditional Uses in Commercial Districts.
39
40 Motion carried unanimously.
41
42 Ms. Hall indicated this would go to Council on May 28, 2003 for a first reading.
43
Planning Commission Meeting Minutes
May 20, 2003
Page 3
1 8.2 Amend the Zoning Code to Allow Adult Day Care Centers as Conditional Uses in
2 Commercial Districts.
3 Acting Chair Stille opened the public hearing at 7:10 p.m.
4 Ms. Hall reported for the last couple of months,the Planning Commissioners have been discussing
5 the adult day care use request. She noted that last month,the Commissioners agreed to recommend
6 the use as a conditional use permit in the Commercial zoning district. Ms. Hall stated the Planning
7 Commission would hold a public hearing amending Section 1635.03 of the zoning code to allow
8 adult day care centers as conditional uses in the Commercial zoning district.
9
10 Ms.Hall noted the City Attorney's office has reviewed the statutes and state rule regulating adult day
11 care centers and stated the Minnesota Department of Human Services licenses such centers. She
12 indicated the State rules establish a number of regulations governing adult day care centers to protect
13 the safety and welfare of program participants. In addition,it was not necessary for the City to pass
14 an ordinance regulating adult day care centers as state law sufficiently covers the area. Thus,in the
15 proposed ordinance, adult day care centers are limited to those centers that are licensed under state
16 laws and rules.
17
18 Ms. Hall explained that staff recommends the Planning Commission take public comment on the
19 zoning amendment and then refer it onto the City Council as recommended action. She indicated
20 the recommendation will be considered by the City Council on May 28, 2003.
21
22 Commissioner Tillman stated concern on the additional time it would take to go through the
23 conditional use permit process for this type of use. She questioned if this lengthy process would
24 hinder this type of use within the City. Randall Strand, 3055 Old Highway 8, noted this would be
25 taken into consideration when starting an adult day care within the City and stated he did not see
26 it as a problem.
27
28 Hearing no further comments, Acting Chair Stille closed the public hearing at 7:15 p.m.
29
30 Commissioner Hanson asked why this was only considered for the commercial zoning district.
31 Acting Chair Stille stated this was the consensus as the most appropriate district for this type of
32 use.
33
34 Motion by Commissioner Stromgren, second by Commissioner Steeves, to amend Ordinance
35 Section 1635.03 of the Zoning Code to Allow Adult Day Care Centers as Conditional Uses in
36 Commercial Districts.
37
38 Motion carried unanimously.
39
40 Ms. Hall indicated this would go to Council on May 28, 2003 for a first reading.
41
42 IX. INFORMATION AND DISCUSSION.
43 Ms. Hall reviewed several items that would be coming up in the next few meetings. She noted
44 the Council approved $5.5 million in lease revenue bonds for a new fire station and to remodel
Planning Commission Meeting Minutes
May 20, 2003
Page 4
1 and expand the public works facilities. She indicated the fire station preliminary plans would be
2 before the Commission in a conceptual basis in June.
3
4 Ms. Hall added that the Council also agreed to close the Stonehouse with preliminary plans for
5 that site before the Commission in June.
6 She stated LaNel would be before the Commission in July.
7
8 Commissioner Tillman asked if the joint meeting was open to the public. Ms. Hall stated this
9 would be open to the public, as are all public meetings.
10
11 Ms. Hall reviewed the Northwest Quadrant efforts that have taken place and stated a TIF review
12 would take place in June with the Commission to potentially review the preliminary PUD in
13 August. Ms. Hall noted there would be a joint Council/Planning Commission meeting on June 3,
14 2003 at 6:30 p.m. and encouraged all to attend.
15
16
17 Acting Chair Stille questioned what defined the TIF district. Ms. Hall stated this will be defined
18 in the TIF plans and will be discussed at the June 3, 2003 joint meeting with Council.
19
20 X. ANNOUNCEMENTS.
21 Commissioner Hanson noted there were two new businesses within Apache Plaza called Village
22 Blend and Elray Bakery. He stated both were doing well and invited the Commissioner's to visit
23 these new establishments.
24
25 Commissioner Stromgren noted he attended the workshop sponsored by GTS titled, "Beyond the
26 Basics" and recommended all Commissioners attend.
27
28 XI. ADJOURNMENT.
29 Motion by Commissioner Tillman, second by Commissioner Hoska, to adjourn the meeting at
30 7:28 p.m.
31
32 Motion carried unanimously.
33
34
35 Respectfully submitted,
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37
38 Heidi Guenther
39 Timesaver Off Site Secretarial, Inc.
MEMORANDUM
DATE: 06/10/03 MEETING DATE: 06/17/03
TO: Planning Commission Members
FROM: Susan M.H. Hall, Assistant City Manage�As
SUBJECT: 281336 th Avenue NE: Side Yard Variance Request
Requested Action:
Dave Stepan, property owner of the single-family residential lot at 2813 36th Avenue NE,
is requesting a side yard variance of 13 feet for a proposed distance of 32 feet from the
curb for proposed addition.
Background:
The City's single-family residential zoning code states that a side yard adjacent to a
street must be at least 30 feet wide. In addition, it is a standard city requirement to allow
for an additional setback of 15 feet for the easement/public right of way. Given this, Mr.
Stepan must be a total of 45 feet from curb to the new addition along Belden Drive (see
sketch attached). The sketch plan from Mr. Stepan shows a proposed distance of 32'2"
from the curb. He is asking for a side yard variance of 13 feet. The proposed bedroom
addition measures 16 X 16.
Mr. Stepan points to the undue hardship as not having the accommodations needed.
The need, explained in the attached letter from the applicant, is that an addition will
make for an acceptable living situation for his family. He goes onto explain the corner lot
city requirements restrict him from adding on needed space (see applicant letter
attached). He is asking for reprieve for his circumstances.
Attachments:
• Application for Variance (Applicant Letter)
• Addition Sketch
Date: s��v
Fee: , =O
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Other . . . . $100.00
CITY OF ST. ANTHONY VILLAGE
Petition for Variance
Applicant: Phone: d 7og,Sp 9
Address: t`' o-e—
Status of Applicant.(Owner, Buyer, Lessee, etc.): AP V-
Legal Description of property proposed for variance: Sem �4
Street Address: &:RS 13 4J-- 1V&
Presently Zoned: �i 1
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 or lot, the_proposed.variance. would relieve an undue hardship, as
distinguished from a mere inconvenience, should the applicable ordinance be strictly
enforced.
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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 the City Ordinance and has not been
created by any persons presently having an interest in the parcel of land.
CSee a-Nr�ch�d)
Signature of Applicant
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Petition for Variance
Re: 2813 36`h Ave NE
Dave and Darnell Stepan
May 16, 2003
Question One:
Because this is a comer lot the ordinance#1615.05 Subd. 6 requires that my side yard be at least
30' wide from the adjacent street. Currently the house sits 35'2" from the curb.
I initially thought that I would have no problem in that I only wanted to come out toward the
street an additional two feet and sixteen feet toward the back yard and sixteen feet west again.
Then I was told I needed to add 15' onto the 30' making for a total of 45' from the curb. This
15' addition is not stated in any document I was given.
It's an undue hardship for my family not to have the accommodations that we need. This need is
an addition, which will make for an acceptable living situation. My end result will be converting
a current bedroom into a bathroom. Currently we have one full bathroom 32'square for a family
of five including four girls. Its an undue hardship for me to have to add a bedroom onto the
back or side of the garage as that is the only area which we could put a bedroom and
accommodate the ordinance as it is written. I would then have my four, five and eight year old
sleeping on the other side of the house instead of directly upstairs. This is a safety and security
concern I have. I might not hear them in case of an emergency. Or I might not hear the smoke
detector located in the hall outside my children's rooms. Another issue --if we are unable to add
on to where we need to, we wouldn't be able to see or hear any potential security issues being
located on the other side of the house.
Question Two:
Because this is a comer lot this ordinance unfairly restricts me to add needed space to my house
while it does not limit properties that do not have side streets as boundaries. Lots that fall
between the streets may build up to 5' from a neighbor's house as long as the total combined
width is 15' while I am limited to 45' from a street. The question I have is it fair to potentially
add an addition that faces 5' from the neighbors lot line while I need to have 45' of lawn on the
other side of the house? This ordinance was created after this house was built, as this house is
35' from the street curb. This ordinance unfairly restricts my right to add to my property as I see
best while it does not restrict property owners whose side lot lines are not adjacent to streets.
Question Three:
I agree this hardship is caused by the City of St. Anthony ordinance and has not been created by
any person presently having interest in our property.
One final comment:
Had the current ordinance been on file at the time this house was built it couldn't have been
built,as it is located now. The house would be eleven feet from the neighbors lot line.
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North line of said Lot 7 a distance of 130.24 feet, thence
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a distance of 121 feet, thence Fest glong the South line of
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MEMORANDUM
DATE: 06/10/03 MEETING DATE: 06/17/03
TO: Planning Commission Members
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FROM: Susan M.H. Hall, Assistant City Manager, l '
SUBJECT: Concept Review of Stonehouse Redevelopment
Requested Action:
The City has entered into a predevelopment agreement with Amcon Construction to
redevelop the corner of Kenzie Terrace and Highway 88, also known as the Stonehouse
corner. Amcon has submitted preliminary site and building plans for review (see
attached). On June 17, Amcon will be present for Planning Commissioners to comment
and ask questions of the preliminary site and building plans. Amcon will likely return to
the Planning Commission on July 15 for related public hearing requests with final plans.
Background:
Redevelopment plans show 26,000 square feet of retail in two buildings (20,000 sq/ft in
the retail portion and 6,000 sq/ft for the restaurant pad). The site area is 2.39 acres. The
two buildings will include a new municipal liquor store and a new sports bar/restaurant
as well as other tenants. One building would be located on the northern portion of the
property, located at the corner of Kenzie Terrace and Highway 88, and the other new
building would be situated where the existing strip center (see site and building plans
attached). It is anticipated construction at the Stonehouse site will begin in September
2003 and be completed in March 2004.
Amcon is in the process of reviewing the City's commercial zoning code. At this point, it
is known that Amcon will be requesting two conditional use permits, one for the
restaurant, as restaurants located less than 250 feet from a residential structure or
district is a permitted conditional use in commercial districts, and one for the on-sale
liquor store which is also a permitted conditional use in a commercial zoning district.
According to Amcon representatives, it is likely various variances will be necessary. As a
backdrop it is helpful to know that when looking at the site map, Amcon is considering
the restaurant corner to the north to be the front yard and the behind the retail center
and the liquor store to the south to be the rear yard. At this point, Amcon says they will
be looking-for one variance for the rear yard setback and two variances for the front
yard setback. Amcon Construction has prepared a memorandum (see attached) related
to the preliminary site and building plans. They will be highlighting these in more detail at
the Planning Commission meeting on June 17.
Regarding parking requirements for the restaurant, the amount of parking needed must
be no less than the total designed seating capacity of the structure divided by 2.5, plus
one parking space for each employee on the largest shift. The developer says the
design of the restaurant has yet to be determined, so the numbers of seats are unknown
at this time. The developer currently shows 40 stalls for the restaurant. Regarding the
retail component, there must be at least one parking space for every 300 square feet of
gross floor area. Currently, Amcon Construction shows 67 stalls, which meets city
zoning code requirements. The developer believes there will be ample parking and do
not foresee a variance request.
Another area where a variance request or two is likely is related to parking -- the City
has several prohibited on-site parking requirements that should be noted. In the
commercial zoning district it is unlawful to park a vehicle in any of the following areas:
(1) within five feet of a side lot line, (2) within 10 feet of the front property line, and (3)
within 10 feet of the rear lot line. From the preliminary plans, it appears the developer
maybe shy on some of these requirements.
Attachments:
• Preliminary site and building plans
• Amcon Construction memorandum
AMCON
CONSTRUCTION
COMPANY
Mem®
To: Susan M. H. Hall, Assistant City Manager
St.Anthony Village, Minnesota
From: Michael Monn AIA
CC: name
Date: 06/10/03
Re: St.Anthony Village Retail(former Stonehouse site)
The proposed project for the former Stonehouse site will consist of 2 buildings.
Building One is a 20,000 s.f. strip retail center. The primary tenant for this building will be the new St.
Anthony Village liquor store, which replaces the existing store on the same site. The liquor store will be
approximately 9,000 s.f.. The balance of the center will be leased to smaller retail service tenants.
(Unknown at this date).
Building Two is a 6,000 s.f. Spectators Restaurant&Sports Bar.
The site is approximately 2.4 acres with approximately 25% coverage by buildings and 50% coverage
by paving and sidewalks.
The Architecture of the main building will front on 3 sides with the primary building materials wrapping
around ends and 20' back onto the rear wall. The restaurant building will have primary building
materials on all 4 sides due to its location and visibility on the site corner.
To develop this project will require at least two conditional use permits. The balance of the tenants will
be reviewed on a case by case basis as they are identified.
1. The proposed liquor store is a conditional use in the"C—General commercial district'
2. The proposed restaurant/Sports Bar is a conditional use in the"C—General commercial district'
The site design concept for this project is to bracket the site with buildings on the north and south and
keep the parking lot between to:
A. Reduce the impact of the parking lot on the north site corner. The existing site plan
has a sea of asphalt from the building, north to the property line.
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B. Create more of a street edge along 3 sides of the site.
The site configuration with the narrow point at the north end creates a need to request a variance in the
building setback from 35' (required front&side yard setbacks)to 5'. This allows us to keep the parking
centralized within the site for better utilization by both buildings.
At the southwest comer of the site, the property line notches. With the combination of this notch and
the liquor stores preference to be on the southwest end of the building, we are requesting a variance to
the rear yard setback from 20'to 10'for this small section of property line.
End of memo
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MEMORANDUM
DATE:' 06/10/03 MEETING DATE: 06/17/03
TO: Planning Commission Members
FROM: Susan M.H. Hall, Assistant City Manager
SUBJECT: Public Works Facility Preliminary Plans
Requested Action:
The City is moving forward with the reconstruction of the Public Works Facility. To this
end, attached find the preliminary sketch and site plan. Oertel Architects has prepared
the site plan and will be present at the June 17 Planning Commission meeting. It is likely
two variances will be necessary. It is anticipated the final plans will be presented at the
July 15 Planning Commission meeting with the associated public hearings.
Background:
The City has retained Oertel Architects to prepare the plans and specifications for the
updated Public Works Facility. Oertel Architects has prepared the attached
memorandum for review.
At this point, a survey of the property is underway. More detailed plans will be submitted
in July.
Attachments:
• Preliminary sketch and site plan
• Oertel Architects memorandum
OERTEL ARCHITECTS
1795 ST CLAIR AVENUE,ST PAUL,MINNESOTA 55105
DATE: June 10, 2003
TO: Saint Anthony Village Planning Commission
FROM: Oertel Architects
RE: Saint Anthony Public Works Building
MEMORANDUM
General Description of Building Plan and Site Layout
The Public Works building consists of three general areas: vehicle storage,vehicle maintenance,
and office. The vehicle storage area is on the north side of the building with associated shop spaces
directly off the back wall. The vehicle maintenance area is on the southwest side of the building and the
office is located on the southeast side directly off of Chandler Drive.
The Public Works building occupies the north half of the site. The southern half of the site has
been dedicated to parking,the gas island, exterior storage, and a separate salt/sand building. Fencing will
be utilized as a buffer for sound and noise and also to control access to the yard.
Specific Site Layout
The building footprint will sit 30'-0" off the north property line, 40'-0"off the west property line,
200'-0 off the south property line, and 23'-0"off the east property line. The salt/sand building and
mixing area will be located in the southwest corner of the site. The gas island will remain in its current
location in the southeast comer, directly north of the proposed salt/sand building. A fenced area will be
provided at the north side of the building for police impound and bike storage. Public and employee
parking for twenty—one vehicles will be located to the south of the office area. Access to the site will be
provided at two locations. Vehicles will enter the vehicle storage area off of Chandler Drive at the
location of the current north curb cut. The south curb cut will be reconfigured further south and will prove
access for public and employee vehicles as well as exiting for vehicles from vehicle storage.
The current zoning code requires a front yard setback of the greater of 40'-0"of a distance equal
to the average of the setbacks of structures on the two adjoining lots. The current building plan will
require a variance as it currently sits 23'-0"off of the eastern property line. The code also requires a 15%
0"rear and side yard setback. The salt/sand building, which will occupy the southeast comer of the site,
will also require a variance.
Building Plan
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Vehicle Storage-
The vehicle storage area of the building contains parking for twenty-eight vehicles, a vehicle wash bay,
and small equipment storage. The storage drive aisle and wash bay are accessed directly off of Chandler
Drive.
Shops/Squad Car Storage-
The shops are located off the north side of vehicle storage. This west side of this area contains shop space
for streets, signs, utilities, carpentry, small engine repair, and parks. The east side is dedicated to squad
car storage and will accommodate six vehicles.
Vehicle Maintenance—
The vehicle maintenance area contains two small and two large maintenance bays, a separate welding bay,
a mechanics office, a parts room, and a lube room. Storage mezzanines will be used above the parts
room/mechanics office and lube room to store larger parts and equipment. Vehicle access the
maintenance area is located on the south side with drive-thru access to vehicle storage provided at one
large maintenance bay and the welding bay.
Office—
The office area contains locker rooms, a lunchroom, a map room, a supervisor office, a general office
area, a janitor closet and a uni-sex bathroom. There will be an employee entrance on the southwest side of
the building and a public entrance at the southeast corner of the building directly off of parking. The
supervisor office, general office area and map room are located on the southeast side of the building
adjacent to the public entry. The locker rooms are located on the north side of the office area and can be
accessed from the vehicle storage area. The lunchroom is located on the south wall and will Jlso serve as
a training room for the staff.
Salt/Sand Storage—
The salt/sand storage area*ill be a 50'-0"x 80'-0"fabric coveted structure. Concrete barrier walls will
be used at the interior perimeter of the structure.
General Building Data
Total Building sq. ft. (approximate):
Vehicle Storage= 16640 S.F.
Shops/Squad Car Storage=4620 S.F.
Vehicle Maintenance=4160 S.F.
Office=2990 S.F.
Total=28410 S.F.
General Building dimensions: 142'-6"x 208'-0"
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General Description of Building Plan and Site Layout
The proposed fire station is approximately 13,500 square feet in size and consists of apparatus
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for staff are two stories in height. The building is centrally located on the site with an entrance to the north
and exit to the south of the fire house. Because of the location of the hose/training tower within the
building,this space will also be where training exercises are conducted. The double stall parking would be
used for everyday parking, and parking for fire fighters who have come in for a call. The southern portion
has one row of parking, which will be used similarly to the parking on the north. The paving in front of
the apparatus bay doors is large enough for pulling the vehicles out for exhibition, cleaning and
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The zoning code dictates that distance to be 20%of the lot depth or 25'-0", which ever is greater. Since
this property is adjacent to city property, Susan Hall, the Assistant City Manager, has advised that the rear
yard setback is unlimited. The front yard set back as dictated by the zoning code o r 30'-0. A variance for
this setback is requested since the proposed dimension from the front property line is 19'-1.
The building's location creates four specific areas on the site. On the west side of the site,there is
an area for low landscaping and a location for electrical service. The minimal landscaping is for visibility
and safety purposes. Denser landscaping, consisting of trees and shrubs,will be located on the northern
portion of the area, while low shrubs and other plantings will be located on the southern half to benefit the
necessary site lines for emergency vehicles exiting the site. The portion of the site to the north of the
building is nearly entirely paved. This will facilitate entry into the apparatus bays, any equipment
maintenance issues,parking, and training. The hose tower, which is located off the rear of the building,
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1 CITY OF ST. ANTHONY
2
3 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
4
5 May 28, 2003
6
7 CALL TO ORDER.
8 Mayor Hodson called the meeting to order at 7:32 p.m.
9
10 ROLL CALL.
11 Present: Mayor Hodson; Councilmembers Horst, Sparks, Thuesen, and Faust.
12 Absent: None.
13 Also Present: City Manager Mike Mornson and City Attorney Jerry Gilligan.
14
15 CONSIDERATION, DISCUSSION, AND POSSIBLE ACTION ON ALL OF THE FOLLOWING
16 ITEMS.
17
18 I. APPROVAL OF MAY 28, 2003, CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA.
19 Motion by Councilmember Sparks to approve the City Council Meeting Agenda of May 28,-
20 2003.
21
22 Motion carried unanimously.
23
24 II. PROCLAMATIONS AND RECOGNITIONS.
25 None. -
26
27 III. COMMUNITY FORUM.
28 Mayor Hodson invited residents to come forward at this time to address the Council on items that
29 were not on the regular agenda.
30
31 Mary Bauer, 4000 Foss Road, #103, came forward. She stated that her friend, who has a home
32 in "mint condition," is being harassed to sell her home so it can be torn down to make a parking
33 lot. She said this harassment was making both her and her friend nervous. She added that, once
34 the house was torn down, it would no longer be generating taxes, as it would be a parking lot.
35 Ms. Bauer also wanted to ask the Council if they knew how many group homes were in the City.
36 She conveyed concern about some of the problems she felt the group homes were generating.
37 Mayor Hodson responded that he was not able to tell her the number of group homes in the City.
38
39 Mr. Mornson indicated Ms. Bauer's question would be researched. Councilmember Sparks
40 asked Mr. Mornson if he would talk to Ms. Bauer after the meeting about her specific questions
41 and concerns.
42
43 Councilmember Sparks stated that the lighting issue did not appear to be on the agenda. She
44 added that, even though not stated, it would be discussed under VI(B).
45
46 IV. CONSENT AGENDA.
47
48 1. Consider May 13 2003 Council meeting minutes.
49 2. Consider licenses and permits.
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1 3. Consider payment of claims.
2 4. Resolution 03-036, re: Consider approval of City's insurance renewal
3
4 Motion by Councilmember Faust to approve the Consent Agenda items.
5
6 Motion carried unanimously.
7
8 V. PUBLIC HEARINGS.
9 None.
10
11 VI. REPORTS FROM COMMISSIONS AND STAFF.
12 A. Planning Commission—May 20, 2003.
13 1. Ordinance 2003-003, re: Pawnbrokers.
14 Planning Commissioner Joel Stromgren stated the ordinance had been discussed over a period of
15 three or four months. There had been no comment at either public hearing. The Planning
16 Commission had approved both the ordinance change and the conditional uses amendment.
17
18 Councilmember Sparks asked if it was correct that there would be no sale of firearms at either
19 store. Mr. Gilligan said it was correct that there would be no sale of firearms at either store.
20
21 Motion by Councilmember Sparks to approve First Reading of Ordinance 2003-003 re: regulate
22 pawnbrokers; adding section 566 to the St. Anthony City Code.
23
24 Motion carried unanimously.
25
26 2. Ordinance 2003-004, re: Secondhand dealers.
27 Planning Commissioner Stromgren noted there was a difference in the legal definition between
28 pawnbrokers and secondhand dealers. However, many of the concerns were similar.
29
30 Councilmember Sparks asked if the ordinances were conservative. Mr. Gilligan responded that
31 the City was being very careful. He added that other cities had been observed, and some cities
32 regulated these activities more than others. However, he felt the trend was for more regulation.
33
34 Motion by Councilmember Sparks to approve First Reading of Ordinance 2003-004 re: regulate
35 secondhand dealers; repealing current section 565 of the St. Anthony City Code and adding a
36 new section 565 to the City Code.
37
38 Motion carried unanimously.
39
40 3. Ordinance 2003-005, re: Amending 1635.03 of Zoning Code to allow
41 pawnbrokers and secondhand dealers as conditional uses in commercial districts
42 4. Ordinance 2003-006, re: Amending Chapter 6 of the St. Anthony City Code;
43 establishing fees for the investigation and licensing of pawnbrokers and
44 secondhand dealers.
45 Motion by Councilmember Sparks jM Ordinance 2003-005, re: amending Section 1635.03
46 of the Zoning Code to allow pawnbrokers and secondhand dealers as conditional uses in
47 commercial districts, and Ordinance 2003-006, re: amending Chapter 6 of the St. Anthony City
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1 Code; establishing fees for the investigation and licensing of pawnbrokers and secondhand
2 dealers.
3
4 Motion carried unanimously.
5
6 5. Ordinance 2003-007 re: Amending_Section 1635.03 of the Zoning Code to allow
7 adult day care centers as conditional uses in commercial districts.
8 Planning Commissioner Stromgren indicated this issue had been discussed at a number of
9 meetings. Considerable background work and evaluation of input had been completed. He
10 stated the Commission had examined examples of complex ordinances and simple ordinances.
11 The Planning Commission had approved a simple one, similar to what Golden Valley was using.
12 Because adult day care centers are so heavily regulated by the State, the Commission felt that
13 there was not much left for the City to address--only a few safety issues at the site.
14
15 Motion by Councilmember Thuesen44 Ordinance 2003-007 re: amending section 1635.03
16 of the Zoning Code to allow adult day care centers as conditional uses in commercial districts.
17
18 Discussion:
19 Councilmember Faust thanked the Planning Commission for the work it had done to clean up
20 these issues. He felt their work allowed better regulation of what comes into the City.
21
22 Mayor Hodson added that the Commission's work contained good detail. He felt information
23 had been covered that the City had not envisioned.
24
25 Motion carried unanimously.
26
27 B. Update on Ci 's Engineering Projects.
28 Todd Hubmer,WSB &Associates, Inc., addressed the Council and provided an update on the
29 following projects:
30
31 1. Apache Plaza Environmental Assessment Worksheet.
32 Mr. Hubmer stated that the development plan, at this time, is a comfortable one. He said the
33 Council had been given information that provided a proposed scope of services, a schedule and a
34 resolution for their consideration. Mr. Hubmer stated that it is anticipated that the Environmental
35 Assessment process for the proposed project can be completed by September 2003.
36
37 Councilmember Sparks asked Mr. Hubmer to address how the soil borings were done under the
38 building. She stated a number of previous site surveys had been completed and information was
39 taken from them.
40
41 Motion by Councilmember Horst to adopt Resolution 03-038 re: ordering preparation of an
42 Environmental Assessment Worksheet for Apache Plaza.
43
44 Motion carried unanimously.
45
46 2. St. Anthony Boulevard Street Lighting Improvements.
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1 Mr. Hubmer stated that a meeting had been held on April 29, 2003, to discuss financing
2 alternatives and street lighting improvements for St. Anthony Boulevard. Four alternatives for
3 financing the improvements were discussed with the residents. The residents preferred the
4 financing plan that included 50% of the lighting costs assessed to the individual property owners
5 and the remaining 50% of the cost paid for by the City of St. Anthony Street Improvement
6 Funds. The assessment would be applied to each property on their water and sewer utility bill.
7 They would be billed four times a year for the assessment principle, plus an interest rate equal
8 the rate for the City's street assessments for a period of 10 years.
9
10 Councilmember Horst asked what the catalyst was that created the need for lighting
11 improvement. Mr. Hubrrier responded that the catalyst was a meeting put together by residents
12 to discuss the lighting.
13
14 Councilmember Horst asked what the process would be if other residents wished to have this
15 done on their street. Mr. Hubmer responded that discussion had been opened up regarding the
16 type of lighting for all the residents in the City and the type of financing available.
17 Councilmember Horst asked if money was available. Mr. Hubmer responded that there probably
18 was not money available at this time.
19
20 Councilmember Horst indicated that the only issue that had been brought to him was that the
21 50% is money that all the taxpayers will be paying. Mr. Hubmer responded that the bonds would
22 be paid out of the general fund. Councilmember Horst stated that he was trying to understand
23 how this cost would benefit the other residents.
24
25 Councilmember Thuesen responded that this should not be seen as a project for the residents of
26 St. Anthony Boulevard; it should be seen as benefiting all residents. Other residents in the City
27 would benefit from the lighting as they drive or walk through the area. Councilmember Thuesen
28 felt the entire Village would benefit.
29
30 Councilmember Horst stated he did not disagree that it is important the sidewalks have good
31 lighting. He asked if a precedent was being set. Mayor Hodson responded that a special fund
32 had been discussed and was being initiated that addresses consistent lighting for the walking
33 community.
34
35 Mr. Hubmer stated that the funding mechanism for the present issue was the State Aid Fund. He
36 added that the State Aid Funds, at this time, had been encumbered or dedicated elsewhere. He
37 suggested that, when funds become available, the City begin to accrue money toward additional
38 improvements. He stated that the funds would be coming back in smaller amounts, however.
39
40 Councilmember Thuesen stated that, in the future, the City should continue to concentrate on this
41 issue and prioritize lighting for security. Mayor Hodson suggested that information and
42 suggestions could be released in upcoming newsletters.
43
44 Mr. Hubmer stated that fees would be based on the costs of maintenance. He suggested that
45 street utility funds could be used for decorative lighting and increased electrical costs.
46
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1 Councilmember Horst asked if there was much objection to this issue. Mr. Hubmer responded
2 there was very little dissension. Councilmember Horst stated that he wanted to make sure that
3 each resident paying had a voice.
4
5 Mayor Hodson responded that he had received a few e-mails indicating opposition; however, the
6 majority of e-mails had been positive.
7
8 Councilmember Thuesen stated that the discussion needed to get past the decorative issue. He
9 indicated it was an issue of adding lighting and greater security to an area of the City.
10
11 Councilmember Horst stated that each resident would be assessed $1,000 whether or not he/she
12 wanted the lighting. He felt there were residents who felt this was optional; yet they would be
13 assessed. He said he agreed with the City; however, he felt the Council needed to be sensitive to
14 the concerns that a tax was being added.
15
16 Motion by Councilmember Sparks to adopt Resolution 03-039 re: ordering street lighting
17 improvements to St. Anthony Boulevard.
18
19 Discussion:
20 Councilmember Faust stated that decorative was something imposed in the ordinance. He said it .
21 could be an inflammatory word; however, the discussion was about lighting. He felt safety and
22 cost were the important issues, and a process was needed whereby priorities were established.
23 Councilmember Faust suggested a street lighting plan be implemented and a street utility
24 assessment be completed. He stated he was comfortable to move ahead if the City staff could
25 come up with a plan and establish a street lighting utility.
26
27 Mayor Hodson indicated there was a street lighting plan and agreed that he was comfortable with
28 the staff putting together a lighting utility fund.
29
30 Motion carried unanimously.
31
32 Stephen Weiss, 2513 St. Anthony Boulevard, asked to step forward. He stated he had hoped to
33 speak before the vote. Mr. Weiss said he was in favor of the new lighting; however,because of
34 current economic conditions, he felt it was a bad decision for some of the residents. He stated
35 that the assessed tax would be hard on the residents who were in uncomfortable financial
36 situations. He felt that the improvements in the City had been phenomenal, but he saw this as
37 frivolous at this time.
38
39 3. Wellhead Protection Plan.
40 Mr. Hubmer stated that Phase I of the City of St. Anthony's Wellhead Protection Plan prepared
41 by the Ramsey County Soil and Water Conservation District had been reviewed and submitted to
42 the Minnesota Department of Health. He added that Matt Swanson at Ramsey County had done
43 a good job of putting the information together. Mr. Hubmer said that a meeting would be held
44 on May 29, 2003, with City staff, Ramsey County Soil and Water Conservation District and the
45 Minnesota Department of Health to review the document for final submittal. Following this
46 meeting, revisions to the Phase I plan would be made in accordance with the Minnesota
47 Department of Health comments, and a schedule would be prepared for the completion of Phase
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1 II. He anticipated a presentation would be made to the Council in mid-June regarding the
2 findings of the Wellhead Protection Plan.
3
4 4. Schedule for Flood Improvements at 4029 Shamrock Drive.
5 Mr. Hubmer stated that based on correspondence and conversations with the Minnesota
6 Department of Natural Resources, the City of St. Anthony would receive$250,000 in flood
7 mitigation improvement money in 2003. He believed the City was eligible for$500,000;
8 however, he also believed that would be the end of the money. Mr. Hubmer said that, when the
9 money was received, it would be targeted for the removal of the home and construction of storm
10 water improvements at 4029 Shamrock Drive. He anticipated a neighborhood meeting would be
11 held in the month of June to discuss the proposed removal of 4029 Shamrock Drive. He stated
12 that demolition costs would be offset if someone paid for the house. In addition, individual
13 letters are to be sent to homeowners who have been identified for the construction of flood
14 proofing improvements. These homes are located adjacent to 4029 Shamrock Drive and in the
15 vicinity of 39th Avenue, Fordham and Shamrock Drive.
16
17 5. I&1 Reduction Program.
18 Mr. Hubmer stated that this item is a follow up to discussions concerning the inflow of clear
19 water into the City's sanitary sewer system at the 2003 Goal Setting Retreat. He stated the
20 thinking of those involved was that more aggressive action was needed to reduce those kinds of
21 flows. Mr. Hubmer anticipated discussing a number of alternatives for the Council's
22 consideration at the June 10th Council meeting; however, he thought it might be more prudent to
23 move it into the fall sessions when Council business slowed down.
24
25 Mayor Hodson stated that, if this issue were delayed until fall, another three months would be
26 lost. It was possible the City would be penalized if the problem were not corrected. He
27 wondered if there was something that could be done to educate the residents of the City.
28
29 Councilmember Faust asked if the fall date would have any impact. Mr. Hubmer stated the
30 process was going to require a considerable effort by City staff. Inspections would need to be
31 done on homes to make sure they were in compliance with current ordinances. Mr. Hubmer
32 listed some of the things currently being done to reduce I&I. He added that an infrastructure was
33 needed for the development that may be coming.
34
35 Mayor Hodson stated that the present was the time when people were remodeling and building,
36 and he did not want to wait. He felt, if educated, the homeowners could incorporate any changes
37 needed.
38
39 Councilmember Sparks.stated that any information placed in the newsletter would need to be
40 understandable. She felt the language should be as basic as possible.
41
42 6. Water Treatment Plant Improvements.
43 Mr. Hubmer stated that alternatives for improving the chemical treatment process at the City's
44 water treatment plant had been prepared and reviewed with City staff. A chemical treatment
45 process was selected and final plans and specifications for the treatment plant improvements
46 were underway. Mr. Hubmer anticipated that the project would be bid this fall with construction
47 occurring over the winter months.
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1
2 Councilmember Sparks asked what the life of the water treatment plant would be if these repairs
3 were made. Mr. Hubmer responded approximately 30 to 50 years. Councilmember Sparks
4 asked how old the plant was at this time. Roger Larson, Finance Director, stated the water
5 treatment plant was 45 years old.
6
7 Mr. Hubmer stated that the electronic controls in the plant were being watched. He said that if
8 they break down, it is difficult to find the parts for repairs. That is why, he felt, a modern control
9 system was needed. Otherwise, he felt the other aspects of the plant were in good condition. It
10 only needed the normal kinds of attention, such as maintenance and painting.
11
12 Councilmember Sparks stated the Council was led to believe that there was at least 20 years or
13 more left in the life of the building. Mr. Momson responded that there was more than one
14 building.
15
16 Mr. Hubmer added that there were a number of buildings. Some of the buildings were in good
17 condition and others had minor concerns. Repairs, such as a new roof,had recently been
18 completed. He felt the condition of the water treatment plant was good once improvements were
19 made. Mr. Hubmer stated that the next improvement that would be needed were iron filters.
20
21 7. Kenzie Terrace Water Main and Sanitary Improvements.
i for the Kenzie Terrace water main and sanitary
22 Mr. Hubmer stated that plans and specifications
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23 sewer improvements were complete. He indicated that discussions were still being held with the
24 Metropolitan Council regarding their concerns associated with the Met Council Meter Station
25 located in the vicinity of Lowry and Harding Streets in Minneapolis. A meeting with the
26 Metropolitan Council is anticipated to discuss the issues associated with the proposed sanitary
27 and sewer improvements in the first week of June.
28
29 Mr. Hubmer stated that, following this meeting, he anticipated the plans would be revised to
30 address the issues presented by the Metropolitan Council and that advertisements for bids would
31 begin at the end of June, with a bid opening in mid-July and construction beginning thereafter.
32
33 Mr. Hubmer stated that a neighborhood meeting would be held in July to discuss the project
34 schedule and a proposed scope of impacts to the residents and businesses adjacent to the
35 proposed improvements.
36
37 8. 2003 Street Reconstruction.
38 Mr. Hubmer reported that Phase 1 of the 2003 Street Reconstruction, which is Edward Street
39 from 33`d Avenue to 34th Avenue and 34th Avenue from Stinson Boulevard to Edward Street, was
40 nearing completion. All the utilities had been installed and the road reconstruction work was
41 progressing according to schedule. He also stated that the contractor had requested that the
42 construction schedule be modified. The new schedule anticipated completion of this year's
43 project by the end of August, reducing the construction period by nearly two months. In
44 addition, the contractor had provided assurances to the City that, if the project did not proceed in
45 accordance with expectations, the contractor would cease operations and return to the original
46 construction schedule. Mr. Hubmer anticipated that by moving the construction schedule up two
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1 months, the duration and inconveniences of construction activities could be reduced to the
2 residents within the project limits.
3
4 Mayor Hodson thanked Mr. Hubmer and stated that he had been very impressed with the layout
5 of the blue flier that had been mailed.
6
7 C. Presentation of City's 2002 Audit.
8 Stuart Bonniwell, CPA, addressed the Council and provided an overview of his 2002 Audit of
9 the City. He stated that the financial condition of the City continues to remain strong. The
10 governmental (operating) funds of the City, consisting of the General Fund, Special Revenue,
11 Debt Service and Capital Project funds, remain healthy. The City's proprietary funds (enterprise
12 funds—liquor and utility) are also financially strong.
13
14 Councilmember Sparks asked if spending on safety was high because it included the Lauderdale
15 and Falcon Heights police contracts. Mr. Bonniwell responded that the expenses have been
16 separated and allocated to those contracts. The dollars had been taken out and not reported as
17 safety expenses. Councilmember Sparks asked if it was not included on the State audit report.
18 Mr. Bonniwell responded that it was not included.
19
20 Mayor Hodson noted that it appeared the City of St. Anthony was financially sound for another
21 year, which continued to reaffirm a competent staff. Mayor Hodson thanked Mr. Bonniwell for
22 the report.
23
24 John Mondati, 3420 High Crest Road, came forward to address the Council. He stated he was
25 concerned about the use of chlorine in the water supply, as he felt there was a risk the chlorine
26 caused cancer. Mr. Mondati suggested the City convert the system to use a different chemical to
27 sterilize the water supply.
28
29 Motion by Councilmember Faust to approve the City's 2002 Audit.
30
31 Motion carried unanimously.
32
33 D. Resolution 2003-040, re: Entering into a Lease Agreement with the HRA
34 Mr. Gilligan stated this would be a standard lease for this type of facility. The City would be the
35 party constructing the facilities, not the HRA.
36
37 Motion by Councilmember Sparks to adopt Resolution 2003-040 re: authorizing the execution of
38 a ground lease and a Lease Agreement providing for the acquisition, construction and furnishing
39 of a public works facility and a fire station and the lease thereof by the City, and approving the
40 form of a resolution and an official statement.
41
42 Motion carried unanimously.
43
44 VII. GENERAL POLICY BUSINESS OF THE COUNCIL.
45 None.
46
47 VIII. REPORTS FROM CITY MANAGER AND COUNCILMEMBERS.
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1 Mr. Mornson reported highlights of SAV Stonehouse Development. He stated Stonehouse had
2 been closed May 27, 2003; off sale would be closed August 30, 2003. The fire department
3 would be looking for a temporary location by August 30, 2003, and would be in the temporary
4 location for up to eight months. The property closing with Amcon would be on September 9,
5 2003; therefore, the City would be selling the property, except possibly the piece for off sale.
6 Demolition begins September 15, 2003. Amcon had expressed a desire to place a sign in August
7 that announced the restaurant. The restaurant wished to begin the liquor license process at that
8 time, as 45 days are needed for background checks. In addition, public hearings ate needed. Mr.
9 Mornson noted that the liquor license ordinance might need an amendment, as gambling is
10 currently prohibited in the ordinance. He added that the City does not wish to prohibit charitable
11 gambling. Mr. Mornson also noted that bar hours had been extended until 2:00 a.m.; however,
12 each City needed to address that extension. He stated the City Council would need to decide if
13 they wanted the bar hours extended. Councilmember Sparks commented she would like to see
14 this information on the website.
15
16 Mr. Mornson also reported that the City would be closing on the Christen property on between
17 June 23 - 30, 2003. The biggest challenge would be finding a temporary location for the fire
18 station. Several locations were currently being considered. The largest concern would be
19 finding shelter for the fire truck.
20
21 Mr. Mornson noted that one final newsletter was being put together to discuss the excellent
22 interest rate received by the City, the positive impact of the Kenzie decertification to
23 homeowners and the possible tax base from the Stonehouse redevelopment.
24
25 Mr. Mornson stated that six hearings were scheduled for the Planning Commission regarding all
26 the projects that are occurring to Autumn Woods. A public hearing will being held on June 24
27 because the HRA is selling the property. When the HRA owns property, a public hearing must
28 be held. This issue is scheduled to come before the Planning Commission in July. Closing is
29 anticipated in August. He said the land sale should bring the City$255,000, which was
30 $155,000 more than anticipated. He added that the tax-base will be larger than anticipated. Fall
31 was the time scheduled for Autumn Woods' construction.
32
33 Mr. Mornson noted that joint work sessions were scheduled with the Planning Commission on
34 June 3, 2003, and with the Park Commission on June 9, 2003. Each meeting will begin at 6:30
35 p.m.
36
37 Mr. Mornson stated that bids were due next week for the revised Silver Point Park building
38 project. These were scheduled for review at the June 10, 2003, Council meeting.
39
40 Mr. Mornson noted that Environmental Assessment Worksheet was approved. It did not need
41 more extensive work; therefore, $30,000 was saved. Cost will be passed on to the developer.
42
43 Councilmember Horst had no report.
44
45 Councilmember Sparks reported that the Mississippi Watershed Management met, and $250,000
46 worth of mini-grants were approved. A decision had to be made regarding grants to be funded.
47
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1 Councilmember Thuesen thanked those who brought the visitors from St. Anthony's sister city in
2 Finland to the school program. They came in to talk with the kids about life in Salo in
3 comparison to life in the United States. He thanked Councilmember Faust and all who were
4 involved.
5
6 Councilmember Thuesen also addressed the new conceal and carry law. He suggested this
7 concern be discussed with the Director of Community Services. He stated that kids were in the
8 building for many hours each day. He felt it was important the City get a handle on the new law.
9 He asked if signs were needed or if there were other things the City should be doing.
10
11 Councilmember Faust reported that meetings were being held at Ehlers and Associates with the
12 Blue Ribbon Panel. The last meeting would be June 5. He also noted that he and Mayor Hodson
13 would be meeting with Congressman Sabo regarding the Northwest Quadrant.
14
15 Councilmember Faust also mentioned that a spot had been done on cable television about St.
16 Anthony's sister city in Finland. He also thanked George Marks for putting together programs
17 about the present activities in the City of St. Anthony. Councilmember Faust noted that cable
18 television was a great way of communicating with people.
19
20 Mayor Hodson reported that he had spent a significant amount of time with the Transportation
21 Society. He stated that many transit issues were discussed. He felt the City should take the new
22 technologies available into consideration when redeveloping the Northwest Quadrant. He
23 specifically mentioned the free 511 service, which identifies congestion on a route indicated by
24 the caller.
25
26 Mayor Hodson thanked the Council for an outstanding job.
27
28 IX. INFORMATION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS.
29 None.
30
31 X. MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATIONAL DOCUMENTS.
32 None.
33
34 XI. ADJOURNMENT.
35 Motion by Councilmember Sparks to adjourn the meeting at 9:16 p.m.
36
37 Motion carried unanimously.
38
39 Respectfully submitted,
40
41
42 Marjorie R. Jenkins
43 TimeSaver Off Site Secretarial, Inc.
44
45 Mayor
46 ATTEST:
47 City Clerk