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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCC MINUTES 02122013I 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 \I 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 CITY OF ST. ANTHONY CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MINUTES FEBRUARY 12 ,20 13 CALL TO ORDER. Mayor Pro Tern Stille called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE. Mayor Pro Tern Stille invited the Council and audience to join him in the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLLCALL. Present: Mayor Pro Tern Stille; Councilmembers Gray, Jenson , and Roth. Mayor Faust. Absent: Also Present: City Manager Mark Casey, City Planner Kelsey Johnson, City Engineer Todd Hubmer, and Liquor Operations Manager Mike Larson. Guests: Jerry Hromtka (Northwest Youth & Family Services) and Andrew Caddock (Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board) CONSIDERATION, DISCUSSION, AND POSSIBLE ACTION ON ALL OF THE FOLLOWING ITEMS. I. APPROVAL OF FEBRUARY 12,2013, CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA. Motion by Councilmember Roth , seconded by Councilmember Jenson , to approve the City Council Meeting Agenda of February 12,2013. Motion carried 4-0. II. PROCLAMATIONS AND RECOGNITIONS. None. III. CONSENT AGENDA. A. Consider January 22. 2013. Council meeting minutes; B. Consider licenses and permits; C. Consider payment of claims; and D. Consider Resolution 13-024; a Resolution Approving the Contract with Greater Metropolitan Housing Corporation. Motion by Councilmember Gray, seconded by Councilmember Jenson, to approve the Consent Agenda items. Motion carried 4-0. I 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 II 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 City Council Regular Meeting Minutes February 12 ,2013 Page 2 IV. V. PUBLIC HEARING. None . REPORTS FROM COMMISSION AND STAFF. A. Resolution 13-025; Resolution Approving a Site Plan for the Proposed Senior Landings at Silver Lake Village Development. Kelsey Johnson, City Planner, presenting. City Planner Johnson presented the site plan for the proposed Senior Landings project located at 2500 38 th Avenue NE, which is part of the Village at St. Anthony PUD. She provided a brief historical background of the development and stated the project is consistent with the PUD Master Plan and includes a four-story U-shaped building design with underground parking and the main entrance at the southwest comer will mirror the entrance of the Landings. She advised the proposal includes 172 units with 109 one-bedroom/one bath units, 14 two-bedroom/one bath units, and 49 two-bedroom/two bath units. She presented several renderings of the project and stated the building elevations are consistent with the buildings to the east and south and are consistent with the overall PUD development agreement language. She explained the site includes 188 total parking spaces with 59 surface stalls and 129 underground stalls, which provides an overall parking ratio of 1.09 per unit. She indicated the developer has provided examples from Dominium's thirteen facilities to show that the parking ratio calculation is consistent with a senior housing development of this type. She stated the landscaping plan provides 40 trees, 298 shrubs, and several hundred perennials, grasses, etc., which are consistent with the overall PUD landscaping plan. She advised that engineering considerations do not need to be addressed as part of the resolution, however, updates to utility locations will need to be addressed prior to building permit issuance; other engineering considerations include conformance to State Aid Standards, storm sewer design updates to accommodate the properties to the west, biofiltration trenches that meet Rice Creek Watershed District (RCWD) rules , and issuance of an RCWD permit. She indicated the proposal is consistent with the City's Comprehensive Plan, the PUD Development Plans and the Redevelopment Agreements. She then introduced Mr. Ron Mehl from Dominium. Mr. Ron Mehl, Senior Developer at Dominium , appeared before the City Council and stated they are excited about the opportunity to continue this development. Council member Jenson requested information regarding allocation of parking spaces. Mr. Mehl explained the project will have 129 underground parking spaces and another 59 surface parking stalls. He stated Dominium's other projects typically assign one underground parking stall per unit and they have found that the parking needs for this type of development do not require more than what has been provided in the proposal. He indicated that parking stalls will be assigned on a first come first serve basis as the units are leased . He added if overflow parking is needed, parking is available across the street. He stated they will also use have a van available for residents to use and a driver as well. Councilmember Roth asked about staffing at the building. I 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 II 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 City Council Regular Meeting Minutes February 12 ,2013 Page 3 VI. Mr. Mehl explained that the Senior Landings will have a site manager, two leasing staff, and maintenance staff. He added the property will be staffed during regular business hours similar to the Landings. Mr. Jerry Hoffman, Silver Lake Condominiums Board Member, appeared before the City Council and thanked the City Council for allowing them to speak to the City Council. He stated they have 130 homes in their development with 45 surface parking stalls and an underground garage which is full and one of the challenges is finding parking for visitors. He recited the letter sent to the City Council and signed by the Board of Directors and 47 members of the Silver Lake Condominiums that outlines their concerns particularly regarding parking. He referenced the email response from Mayor Faust stating that the City will work with the Silver Lake Condominiums association and all entities in the area and stating that the City wants to seek solutions that enhance the living experience for all residents. Mayor Pro Tern Stille stated the City Council will give every consideration to the statements contained in Mr. Hoffman 's letter. He pointed out that Mayor Faust's email also stated this is a unique situation because the project has predominantly private roads and much of the resolve needs to come from within the project. He added that the City will do whatever it can to work with the condominium owners and the City is committed to making this a quality community. Motion by Councilmember Gray, seconded by Councilmember Jenson, to approve Resolution 13-025; Resolution Approving a Site Plan for the Proposed Senior Landings at Silver Lake Village Development. Mayor Pro Tern Stille stated this project fits with the City 's mission statement by making maximum use of the land in the City. He noted that the project will not have the same parking available in a single family development and the City Council recognizes the potential for parking issues; however, the City Council spent a lot of time reviewing this proposal and feels the project needs to be built and if there is a parking issue the City will work with Dominium to resolve the issue within reason, recognizing that these are private roads and the City will be limited in what it can do to resolve any parking issues. Motion carried 4-0. GENERAL BUSINESS OF COUNCIL. A. Northwest Youth and Family Services presentation. Jerry Hromtka. NYFS, presenting. Mr. Jerry Hromtka, Northwest Youth and Family Services (NYFS), appeared before the City Council and provided the annual update of activities. He stated that the primary population being served is 5-21 years of age and NYFS serves approximately 4 ,500 people per year or approximately 2,000 households. He stated NYFS's total annual budget is $3.6 million with three main program areas including mental health , youth development, and day treatment. He presented the 2011-2012 service summary and reviewed 2012 highlights including the recent merger with the White Bear Lake Area Community Counseling Center, adding that NYFS now I 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 I I 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 City Council Regular Meeting Minutes February 12 , 2013 Page 4 serves fifteen communities and five school districts. He discussed the partnership with Land O'Lakes and stated NYFS now has a board member from Land 0' Lakes; other partnerships include Boston Scientific and US Bank. He noted that NYFS might change its name to Northeast Youth and Family Services to more accurately reflect its service area and added NYFS now serves most of suburban Ramsey County, Hennepin County and Washington County. He stated NYFS has a great mosaic of funding that helps the organization remain stable and thanked the City for its continued support. Mayor Pro Tern Stille commended Mr. Hromtka for his passion and the energy he brings to the organization. He expressed the City Council's thanks and appreciation to Mr. Hromtka for his work and the services that NYFS provides to the community. B. Ridgway Parkway Improvements. Andrew Caddock, Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board , presenting. Mr. Andrew Caddock, Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board, appeared before the City Council and presented an update on the progress of trail improvements for Ridgway Parkway. He provided background for the project and stated the proposed improvements are part of the master planning of the Grand Rounds system. He reviewed the project process to date and thanked City Engineer Hubmer and Director of Public Works Hartman for their assistance on the project. He advised they are now engaged in Preliminary Engineering that includes minimizing impacts to trees , adhering to all State guidelines, and having an alignment that make sense; once approval is received from MniDOT, they will seek final design and construction funding. He presented the Preliminary Engineering concepts delineating the path alignment along Ridgway Parkway noting the preferred alignment for the path along Ridgway Parkway follows the existing sidewalk south of the Parkway and meets St. Anthony Boulevard on the eastern edge of Ridgway Parkway. He stated it is a fairly straightforward alignment and the impact to existing trees is minimal. He indicated they will be working with the City on potential future trail improvements adding that the future improvements are contingent on funding and continued discussions with St. Anthony, Gross Golf Course, and the cemetery. He stated the preliminary alignment for the future trail extends from the west side of St. Anthony Boulevard north of the golf course with the path continuing on to match up with the existing Diagonal trail. He added that another component is the overlook improvements at the existing parking lot that will expand the capacity in this area. Mayor Pro Tern Stille indicated the circular trail that connects to the Diagonal trail will be a nice amenity to the community. He requested confirmation that the only area being discussed is the area along St. Anthony Boulevard that is southeast of Highway 88 or the Diagonal trail connection and there will be no improvements northwest of that area. Mr. Caddock stated this was correct. Mayor Pro Tern Stille thanked Mr. Caddock for his presentation. C. Liquor Operations Annual Report . Mike Larson, Liquor Operations Manager, presenting. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 lO 1 1 l2 13 14 l5 16 17 18 19 20 2l 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 4l 42 43 44 45 City Council Regular Meeting Minutes February l2, 2013 Page 5 Liquor Operations Manager Larson presented the 20 l2 annual liquor operations report and stated that 20 l2 was another successful year. He advised the liquor operation successfully passed all alcohol and tobacco compliance checks performed by the Police Department. He stated the Marketplace store had $3.8 million in sales during 2012 and the Silver Lake Village store had $3.2 million in sales during 2012 with an overall sales increase of2.l % and a net profit increase of Il % to $524,303. He presented the five-year profit history and stated the liquor operations had a 12% increase in sales since 2008 and net profits have increased 30%. He also presented the ten-year profit history showing over 200% increase in net profits in the last ten years. He stated sales for each store were approximately 6,200 sales per week or over 1,000 per day and advised the tum ratio of 6.7 times per year correlates with six promotions per year. He stated inventory value is II % of total sales, labor costs are lO% of total sales, and the liquor operations are ranked 7th in the state in total sales and 6 out of 19 in the metro area in net profits. He stated the web page has been redesigned and thanked Barbara Suciu and Alex Amott for their work on the website. He stated they also created a Facebook page and encouraged residents to visit the website at www.stanthonyvillagewineandspirits.com. Councilmember Gray congratulated Mr. Larson and his staff for an outstanding year. He indicated the net profits help to reduce taxes and a good portion of the profits go toward funding equipment for the public works, fire, and police departments. Councilmember Roth thanked Mr. Larson and his staff for all their efforts. He requested information about wine and beer tastings as well as the breakage or lost product ratios. Liquor Operations Manager Larson stated they held two wine events and one beer event in 20l2. He stated the spring wine event will be held on March l6 and they will be holding two beer events in 2013 on April 20 th and May 4th. He advised they have been successful in keeping the shrinkage low in the stores and the total adjustment was under $2,000 for the year. Mayor Pro Tern Stille stated the control of the sale of alcohol is tantamount and it will be important to continue to meet the goal of actively preventing sale of alcoholic beverages to minors and intoxicated persons. D. Resolution 13-026; a Resolution Approving Installation of a Telecommunications Facility on the City's Water Tank located at 3 \09_33 rd Avenue. Mark Casey, City Manager, presenting. City Manager Casey advised that Verizon desires to install nine antennas on the existing water tower by the high school and the lease provides for payment to the City of $24,000 annually or $2,000 per month which is above the metro average of $1 ,800 per month. He stated the lease also includes a 3% rent escalator, a one-time payment of $5,000, payment of a $6,000 escrow for legal /e ngineering, and a six-month termination notice. He advised the lease also requires completion of an interference study and if interference is found the antennas may not be installed. He stated Verizon will also be responsible for maintenance of the tower if antennas are removed and the antenna and cables must be painted the same color as the water tower. He added the lea se requires a $2,000 deposit to be held in escrow for any damage that may occur. City Council Regular Meeting Minutes February 12 ,2013 Page 6 I He indicated the antennas will be positioned on the bottom left quartile of the water tower and 2 will not exceed the height of the water tower. 3 4 Motion by Councilmember Roth, seconded by Councilmember Jenson, to approve Resolution 5 13-026; Resolution Approving Installation ofa Telecommunications Facility on the City's Water 6 Tank Located at 3109 -33 rd A venue. 7 8 Motion carried 4-0. 9 10 VII. REPORTS FROM CITY MANAGER AND COUNCIL MEMBERS. 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 City Manager Casey -No report. Council member Roth -No report. Councilmember Gray reported on his attendance at the February 7th North Suburban Communications Commission meeting. He stated the Commission and Comcast are once again offering scholarships for students that have a media emphasis in their studies. He encouraged anyone interested to visit www.ctvI5.org for further information and added the deadline for submission is 4:00 p.m. on Friday, April 12 ,2013. Councilmember Jenson reported on his attendance at the February 7th St. Anthony Community Services monthly meeting. Mayor Pro Tern Stille reported on his attendance at the Family Services Collaborative board meeting. VIII. COMMUNITY FORUM. Mayor Pro Tern Stille invited residents to come forward at this time and address the Council on items that are not on the regular agenda. Hearing none, Mayor Pro Tern Stille moved forward with the agenda. IX. INFORMATION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS. None. X. ADJOURNMENT. Mayor Pro Tem Stille adjourned the meeting at 8:20 p.m. Respectfully submitted , Barbara Hughes TimeSaver Off Site Secretarial, Inc . City Council Regular Meeting Minutes February 12 ,2013 Page 7 I ATTEST: ~, 2 City Clerk